EP86 – The Unexpected Value of Mentoring -- with Summer Grace
A lot of photographers dream about teaching one day, but most hold back because they don’t feel “ready.” In this episode, Summer Grace returns to the podcast to talk about why waiting might be the wrong move.We get into how explaining your process can sharpen your own craft, what gaps she wishes had been filled when she was starting out, and why building community matters more than chasing follower counts.It’s not a step-by-step on how to sell a course — it’s a conversation about the why behind education, and why you might already have more to share than you think.Follow Summer Grace: 📸 Instagram → @summergrace.photo Website → summergracephoto.com Want to keep the conversation going? Join our Facebook group for An Unscripted Podcast for Photographers. It’s where you can swap takeaways with other listeners, throw in your own questions for future guests, and get a peek behind the scenes of the podcast. If you’re ready to save time and show up as your best self in your biz, The Unscripted App for Photographers is your secret weapon. Think: curated poses, easy gallery tools, and resources that actually support your growth. Download for free today.
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EP85 - Curate Your Way to Better Clients -- with Cam from LENSEL
Your portfolio doesn’t need to be bigger — it needs better curation. In this episode, Cam from LENSEL shares why your taste is your most powerful asset as a photographer, how to make the most of the work you already have, and what it means to curate with intention. A must-listen for photographers ready to refine their voice and attract the right clients.Follow LENSEL: 📸 Instagram → @lenselworld Website → lensel.comWant to keep the conversation going? Join our Facebook group for An Unscripted Podcast for Photographers. It’s where you can swap takeaways with other listeners, throw in your own questions for future guests, and get a peek behind the scenes of the podcast. Try The Unscripted App for Photographers — the easiest way to curate your favorite poses, build intentional galleries, and show up with a clear, creative voice. Free to download.
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EP84 - Bold Branding Lessons -- with Freddie Öst from SNASK
Freddie Öst from world-class branding agency SNASK joins us to talk about branding, imperfection, and what photographers can learn from design. We dig into “pink lies” and the art of faking it till you make it, how to build trust by showing your human side, and why imperfection is often more powerful than polish. If you’re ready to stand out in a crowded industry, this conversation will change the way you see your brand.Follow SNASK: 📸 Instagram → @snasksthlm Website → snask.com Try The Unscripted App for Photographers for free — save poses to shoots, create fave lists, and share them with your clients before the session.
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EP83 - Why “Being Nice” Is Burning You Out -- with Todd Smith
Todd Smith joins us to unpack the hidden costs of people-pleasing and why highly sensitive people struggle with boundaries. We explore how self-abandonment shows up in creative work, what aligned decision-making actually feels like, and how to stop overthinking every choice. If you're a photographer, creative, or chronic “nice person,” this one's for you.Follow Todd: 📸 Instagram → @hspcoachtodd Website → trueinnerfreedom.com Try The Unscripted App for Photographers for free — save poses to shoots, create fave lists, and share them with your clients before the session.
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EP82 - Let the Struggle Shape You -- with Lauren Ashley
Lauren Ashley Grenda shares how life’s hardest moments — from premature motherhood to personal tragedy — shaped her artistry and drive. In this candid conversation, she reveals how compassion born from her lived experiences fuels her work as a destination wedding photographer. Hear how she built the business of her dreams while staying true to herself and her clients.Follow Lauren Ashley: 📸 Instagram → @laurenashleystudios Website → lauren-ashley.com Try The Unscripted App for Photographers for free — save poses to shoots, create fave lists, and share them with your clients before the session.
Photography Podcast for BeginnersTurn your passion into a full-time business with The Unscripted Podcast for Photographers. Hosted by Anna, this podcast is packed with practical tips and honest conversations to help beginner photographers grow — creatively and financially.🎧 Join us for episodes on:Emotional storytelling through photographyBuilding a magnetic photography brandSocial media and marketing that actually worksPricing, mindset, and staying sane while scaling your photography business📸 Brought to you by the creators of the Unscripted App, the go-to app for poses, prompts & workflow tools.Follow us on Instagram → @unscriptedphotographers