Heyyy, Thriver!! Welcome to our latest episode, hosted by Shay and Devin, your go-to hybrid photographers and videographers. Today, we dive deep into the art of hosting mini sessions that are not only creative and aligned with your brand but also highly profitable.

In this episode, we cover:
🌿 Devin's Recent Art Minis and Greenhouse Minis - Discover how Devin's unique and artistic approach can elevate your mini sessions.
📆 Shay's Business Batching Minis - Learn Shay's strategies for organizing and executing successful business batching minis.
💡 Future Mini Session Ideas - Get inspired with fresh and innovative ideas to keep your mini sessions exciting and in demand.

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📸 About Us:

Shay and Devin are passionate hybrid photographers and videographers dedicated to helping you elevate your creative business. With years of experience in hosting successful mini sessions, we're here to share our insights and help you achieve your goals.

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FREE CLASS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS TUESDAY July 9th

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO INTEGRATE SUPER 8 VIDEOGRAPHY INTO YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO BUSINESS TO SCALE YOUR REVENUE AND SERVE THE HELL OUT OF YOUR CLIENTS

https://www.heythriver.com/super8 for a FREE guide all about adding Super 8 to your business!!!

Join us for the free class at https://www.heythriver.com/freevideoclass

This free class has EVERYTHING you need to know about integrating video into your photo biz without buying new equipment, getting techy, or wasting time!

YOU NEED THIS CLASS! It’s time to use video to double your income in 2024

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The Super 8 Course is Here!! BTS, Gossip, everythingggg you should know

Join Devin and Shay for a behind-the-scenes look at the why behind the Super 8 photography course for photographers. Discover how Super 8 changed Devin's life and business, and how this course will provide you with Devin's exact roadmap to achieve the same success. They explain how the course can help photographers at all levels, offering hands-on exercises, exclusive content, and personalized mentorship. Learn why Super 8 is so cool and how it can elevate your photography game. Don't miss out—visit the course website, follow us on social media for updates, and share this episode with friends who might be interested!

SHOWNOTES: https://www.heythriver.com/blog/all-about-the-super-8-course-for-photographers

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SUPER 8 GUIDE: https://www.heythriver.com/super8

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https://www.heythriver.com/superclass

FREE CLASS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS TUESDAY July 9th

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO INTEGRATE SUPER 8 VIDEOGRAPHY INTO YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO BUSINESS TO SCALE YOUR REVENUE AND SERVE THE HELL OUT OF YOUR CLIENTS

https://www.heythriver.com/super8 for a FREE guide all about adding Super 8 to your business!!!

Join us for the free class at https://www.heythriver.com/freevideoclass

This free class has EVERYTHING you need to know about integrating video into your photo biz without buying new equipment, getting techy, or wasting time!

YOU NEED THIS CLASS! It’s time to use video to double your income in 2024

Thanks for listening to the Hey, Thriver Podcast!! Don't forget to rate and review on your fave podcast platform -- it helps us get amazing guests and climb in the charts!

Storytelling Through Photo and Video: Embracing Real Moments with Hybrid Shooting

In this episode, Devin and Shay dive into storytelling through photo and video, focusing on the cool concept of hybrid shooting. They chat about how combining photography and videography can capture real, authentic moments and share personal stories to keep it relatable. You’ll learn about the power of storytelling in visual media and the benefits of hybrid shooting, like giving a richer, fuller representation of events. Devin and Shay offer tips on slowing down to catch those meaningful moments, avoiding the urge to over-pose, and trusting the process to capture genuine stories. They also share real-life examples and insights into their hybrid shooting workflow, revealing how they think about and approach storytelling. Join us for a fun, insightful episode that will boost your storytelling game!

SHOWNOTES: https://www.heythriver.com/blog/storytelling-through-photo-video-embracing-real-moments-with-hybrid-shooting

FREE SUPER 8 CLASS: https://www.heythriver.com/superclass

SUPER 8 GUIDE: https://www.heythriver.com/super8

https://www.heythriver.com/superclass

FREE CLASS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS TUESDAY July 9th

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO INTEGRATE SUPER 8 VIDEOGRAPHY INTO YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO BUSINESS TO SCALE YOUR REVENUE AND SERVE THE HELL OUT OF YOUR CLIENTS

https://www.heythriver.com/super8 for a FREE guide all about adding Super 8 to your business!!!

Join us for the free class at https://www.heythriver.com/freevideoclass

This free class has EVERYTHING you need to know about integrating video into your photo biz without buying new equipment, getting techy, or wasting time!

YOU NEED THIS CLASS! It’s time to use video to double your income in 2024

Thanks for listening to the Hey, Thriver Podcast!! Don't forget to rate and review on your fave podcast platform -- it helps us get amazing guests and climb in the charts!

In this episode, we dive into the common issue of procrastination through over-researching, especially among photographers venturing into videography. We explore why the transition feels intimidating, from the need for new equipment to mastering complex editing software. We gotta say it: quit being such an effin' scientist lmaoooo. Practical steps are offered to break the cycle: setting specific goals, limiting research time, starting with what you have, and prioritizing practice over perfection. Success stories highlight the benefits of taking action, encouraging listeners to start their videography journey. Be sureeee to visit heythriver.com/superclass for more details about our upcoming Super 8 class!! It's free, duh -- we can't wait to seeya there.

SHOWNOTES: https://www.heythriver.com/blog/overcoming-procrastination-stop-over-researching

FREE SUPER 8 CLASS: https://www.heythriver.com/superclass

FREE SUPER 8 GUIDE: https://www.heythriver.com/super8

https://www.heythriver.com/superclass

FREE CLASS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS TUESDAY July 9th

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO INTEGRATE SUPER 8 VIDEOGRAPHY INTO YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO BUSINESS TO SCALE YOUR REVENUE AND SERVE THE HELL OUT OF YOUR CLIENTS

https://www.heythriver.com/super8 for a FREE guide all about adding Super 8 to your business!!!

Join us for the free class at https://www.heythriver.com/freevideoclass

This free class has EVERYTHING you need to know about integrating video into your photo biz without buying new equipment, getting techy, or wasting time!

YOU NEED THIS CLASS! It’s time to use video to double your income in 2024

Thanks for listening to the Hey, Thriver Podcast!! Don't forget to rate and review on your fave podcast platform -- it helps us get amazing guests and climb in the charts!

All of the Gossip from Thrive: Oregon Coast | Behind the scenes of planning a workshop, strategy behind styled shoots, attendee experience, and more! (Juicyyyy gossip about what went WRONG...and right haha!)

SHOWNOTES: https://www.heythriver.com/blog/behind-the-scenes-of-thrive-oregon-coast

FREE SUPER 8 CLASS: https://www.heythriver.com/superclass

FREE SUPER 8 GUIDE: https://www.heythriver.com/super8

FREE PRICING GUIDE WORKFLOW PDF: https://www.heythriver.com/pricingguide

https://www.heythriver.com/superclass

FREE CLASS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS TUESDAY July 9th

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO INTEGRATE SUPER 8 VIDEOGRAPHY INTO YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO BUSINESS TO SCALE YOUR REVENUE AND SERVE THE HELL OUT OF YOUR CLIENTS

https://www.heythriver.com/super8 for a FREE guide all about adding Super 8 to your business!!!

Join us for the free class at https://www.heythriver.com/freevideoclass

This free class has EVERYTHING you need to know about integrating video into your photo biz without buying new equipment, getting techy, or wasting time!

YOU NEED THIS CLASS! It’s time to use video to double your income in 2024

Thanks for listening to the Hey, Thriver Podcast!! Don't forget to rate and review on your fave podcast platform -- it helps us get amazing guests and climb in the charts!

In this episode of the Hey, Thriver podcast, Devin and Shay chat about:

• Devin’s fave Super 8 cameras and what to consider when picking out your camera
• The cost of film — the film itself, processing, shipping, etc.
• How to price Super 8 as an upsell vs. Super 8 as a main offer
• Testing things in your business vs. over thinking!!

SHOWNOTES: https://www.heythriver.com/blog/answering-all-of-your-super-8-questions

FREE SUPER 8 GUIDE: https://www.heythriver.com/super8

FOLLOW US ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/heythriver

#super8 #photographypodcast #videographypodcast #creativebusinesspodcast

https://www.heythriver.com/superclass

FREE CLASS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS TUESDAY July 9th

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO INTEGRATE SUPER 8 VIDEOGRAPHY INTO YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO BUSINESS TO SCALE YOUR REVENUE AND SERVE THE HELL OUT OF YOUR CLIENTS

https://www.heythriver.com/super8 for a FREE guide all about adding Super 8 to your business!!!

Join us for the free class at https://www.heythriver.com/freevideoclass

This free class has EVERYTHING you need to know about integrating video into your photo biz without buying new equipment, getting techy, or wasting time!

YOU NEED THIS CLASS! It’s time to use video to double your income in 2024

Thanks for listening to the Hey, Thriver Podcast!! Don't forget to rate and review on your fave podcast platform -- it helps us get amazing guests and climb in the charts!

In this episode of the Hey, Thriver podcast, Devin, Shay, and Alexandra chat about:

• virtual assistants – what to pay, what to delegate, how to be successful with outsourcing
• the power and value of automating their various systems and processes
• using a CRM like HoneyBook or Dubsado to save time in their biz instead of adding to the hassle
• developing SOPs in their biz in a way that feels approachable and supportive.
• Realistic rates for a US-based VA
• task delegation and identifying where you need support as a creative
• empowering your VA/freelancer as a collaborator to help your biz reach new heights.
• knowing what kind of support you need - after the wave of popularity of virtual assistants, Alexandra finds that a lot of creatives and freelancers are struggling with this

SHOWNOTES: https://www.heythriver.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-working-with-a-virtual-assistant-from-rates-to-systems-with-alexandra-from-bloom-assistance

https://www.heythriver.com/superclass

FREE CLASS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS TUESDAY July 9th

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO INTEGRATE SUPER 8 VIDEOGRAPHY INTO YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO BUSINESS TO SCALE YOUR REVENUE AND SERVE THE HELL OUT OF YOUR CLIENTS

https://www.heythriver.com/super8 for a FREE guide all about adding Super 8 to your business!!!

Join us for the free class at https://www.heythriver.com/freevideoclass

This free class has EVERYTHING you need to know about integrating video into your photo biz without buying new equipment, getting techy, or wasting time!

YOU NEED THIS CLASS! It’s time to use video to double your income in 2024

Thanks for listening to the Hey, Thriver Podcast!! Don't forget to rate and review on your fave podcast platform -- it helps us get amazing guests and climb in the charts!

Soooo... you want to be a destination photographer or videographer.

Orrrr, you want to stick close to home, but there are specific locations you wish you would be booked for.

We get it!

We are ALWAYS talking about the importance of shooting what you want to share, but then one crucial step gets lost for most photographers and videographers:

Being SEARCHABLE with that content you shot in your dream locations.

Our key note speaker at Thrive: Oregon Coast is an SEO and blogging expert and has written hundreds of blog posts that have gotten photographers and videographers to the top of Google search for their dream locations. Danielle Johnson is back on the pod, and she dives deep into how to go into a photoshoot with the blog post in mind.

SHOWNOTES: https://www.heythriver.com/blog/danielle-johnson-seo-blogging-expert-live-from-thrive-oregon-coast

https://www.heythriver.com/superclass

FREE CLASS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS TUESDAY July 9th

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO INTEGRATE SUPER 8 VIDEOGRAPHY INTO YOUR PHOTO OR VIDEO BUSINESS TO SCALE YOUR REVENUE AND SERVE THE HELL OUT OF YOUR CLIENTS

https://www.heythriver.com/super8 for a FREE guide all about adding Super 8 to your business!!!

Join us for the free class at https://www.heythriver.com/freevideoclass

This free class has EVERYTHING you need to know about integrating video into your photo biz without buying new equipment, getting techy, or wasting time!

YOU NEED THIS CLASS! It’s time to use video to double your income in 2024

Thanks for listening to the Hey, Thriver Podcast!! Don't forget to rate and review on your fave podcast platform -- it helps us get amazing guests and climb in the charts!