PHOTOGRAPHY RETREAT RED FLAGS đ© (with cassidy lynne)
Release Date: 02/13/2025
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Sharing all my current favs with you guys!!! From my own editing trends and my new mic, to books Iâm loving, Platoâs Closet, and work tools (Aftershoot, Pass, + HoneyBook all linked below), and little happy things like reading the book of John and getting outside more. Next week, my pal Maegan Grendell is joining me on the pod to answer your questionsâcheck my IG stories to send one in! LETâS CONNECT đ«¶ Instagram: TikTok: Facebook: STUFF I SWEAR BY 𫥠My Gear, Bible Stuff, + Life Faves: Pass Gallery â 1 Month Free: AI Editing (30-Day Free Trial): HoneyBook...
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Alex Blake sits down with the amazing Kayla Koons, creative entrepreneur and founder of SimplicitĂ©âa luxury photo shoot service that helps women-owned brands shine. Kayla spills all about her journey from working in the fashion industry to launching her own biz, where she blends creativity with strategy to craft stunning brand imagery. They chat about keeping it real in personal branding, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and Kaylaâs heart for giving back through her nonprofit, Cooking Cares (think delicious food meets philanthropy!). This episode is packed with insight on balancing...
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Cassidy Lynne is on the pod! Her and Alex are chatting about photography retreats this week - what to look for, what to avoid, and how to make sure you're getting the experience you signed up for. They swap personal stories, spill the tea on some major red flags, and break down why things like clear communication, quality over quantity, and knowing the hostâs true intentions matter so much. From contracts and payment methods to building a safe and supportive community, this convo is packed with insights to help you make the best choices when booking a retreat. If youâre thinking about...
info_outlineCassidy Lynne is on the pod! Her and Alex are chatting about photography retreats this week -
what to look for, what to avoid, and how to make sure you're getting the experience you signed
up for. They swap personal stories, spill the tea on some major red flags, and break down why
things like clear communication, quality over quantity, and knowing the hostâs true intentions
matter so much. From contracts and payment methods to building a safe and supportive
community, this convo is packed with insights to help you make the best choices when booking
a retreat. If youâre thinking about attending one (or even hosting your own!), you need this
episode in your life!
Keywords:
photography retreats, content days, red flags, workshop planning, photography education,
community building, retreat experiences, photography business, event planning, photography
workshops
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