In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) share how I moved my photography business from Seattle to New York City. This is a realistic look at how to use patience, wisdom, and a plan of action to move strategically. Episodes Mentioned: My Jobs Before Photography 7 Ways to Start Traveling for Photography How to Start Using SEO on Your Photography Website WHAT’S NEXT: Join The B+B Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker ..read more

In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) am joined by celebrity and fashion photographer Katie Levine (@katielevinephoto). Katie opens up about why she left Los Angeles, her experience assisting Annie Leibovitz, photographing the likes of Kourtney Kardashian and Tan France from Queer Eye, and why she turned down photographing Kanye West for a magazine cover. Katie is a master at artificial studio light and posing her subjects. I loved hearing about her spiritual side and how her faith in Jesus connects to her career. Follow Katie: https://www.instagram ..read more

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In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) am answering JUICY questions from the Build and Bloom Facebook Group and offering my advice as well as reading off the comments to share other perspectives. I plan to make this a monthly series! WHAT’S NEXT: Join The B+B Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/buildandbloom/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast ha ..read more

In this episode of the Build and Bloom photography podcast, I (@JessicaWhitaker) am opening up on a personal level that I've never shared online before. I am sharing about how I got my first job in the fashion industry at 15 years old & how I kept it until I was 22 years old. With that, I'm sharing a little about how I grew up very poor and why I had to start working very young. I'll also go over a handful of the other jobs I held while working in fashion & going to college. I want to offer this as a refreshing and realistic perspective about working and how to get creative with your r ..read more

In this Build and Bloom photography podcast episode, I (@jessicawhitaker) am joined by photography educator Eden Strader (@edenstrader) for the THIRD TIME on the podcast! Eden will teach you how to build a marketing plan around core content and automation.  Eden Strader is a destination wedding photographer turned business coach, leading creative entrepreneurs in building a life of artistic growth, wealth, and freedom. She made a six-figure company before age 23 and has helped hundreds of business owners step into their dream businesses. Follow Eden: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/edenstrad ..read more

Feeling burnt out by endless scrolling and the highlight reel of everyone else's photography business? Join me (@jessicawhitaker) in this Build and Bloom podcast episode, where we ditch the digital drama and set healthy social media boundaries. Let's break free from the screen together and rediscover the joy of real-life connections in 2024! WHAT’S NEXT: Join The B+B Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildandbloomjessicawhitaker/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jessicawhitaker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.i ..read more

Feeling stuck in a time-sucking photo biz vortex? Jessica (@jessicawhitaker) cuts through the fluff with actionable tips to boost your productivity, attract leads, and skyrocket your profits. Here's a taste of what's in store: Upgrade your hard drive, not your whole computer: Save money and boost speed with this simple hardware secret. Build a website that works for you: Stop chasing trends and let your 24/7 online hub bring in clients while you sleep. Dump the endless courses, delegate to a VA: Free up your time and actually apply what you learn with a virtual a ..read more

Ready to transform your daily life into magnetic Instagram and TikTok content that attracts your dream clients? Buckle up, photographers, because Season 3 of the Build & Bloom Podcast is exploding with BTS secrets from Quianna Marie! Visit Quianna’s Website: ⁠⁠https://quiannamarie.com/meet-qui⁠⁠ Get Quianna’s Freebie BEHIND THE SCENES - The Daily Life Experience: www.QuiannaMarie.com/buildandbloom  Follow  Quianna on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/quiannamarie/⁠⁠ Check out Quianna on Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/QuiannaMariePhotography⁠⁠ Watch Quianna on TikTok ..read more

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