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In this episode of the SheClicks Women in Photography Podcast, Angela Nicholson chats with pet, wildlife and creative nature photographer Philippa Huber.

Based in Wiltshire, Philippa has built a successful photography business around her love of animals, creativity and beautiful printed artwork. But her journey has been anything but conventional.

From learning darkroom techniques after moving to France and travelling the world, to life aboard a narrowboat and creating a thriving pet photography business, Philippa has always preferred to embrace opportunities rather than overthink them.

Angela and Philippa discuss how selling wildlife prints at local markets eventually led to photographing dogs, and how one unexpected request helped shape the direction of her business. They also talk about the importance of printed photographs, balancing creativity with commercial work and why understanding clients is just as important as understanding your camera.

Philippa shares how moving from a Nikon D750 to a Nikon Z8 transformed her pet photography and explains why knowing your equipment inside out gives her the confidence to work instinctively.

The Six From SheClicks questions bring even more insight, covering everything from life on a canal boat and dream commissions to photographing energetic dogs and adapting to different situations.

Above all, Philippa's story is a reminder that you don't have to know exactly where you're heading before you begin. Sometimes the best things happen when you stop waiting, trust yourself and simply give it a go.

Takeaways

• You don't have to know exactly where you're heading before taking the first step. Experience often teaches more than endless planning.
• Starting with the equipment and knowledge you already have is often enough to begin moving forward.
• Understanding what your audience or clients value is just as important as developing your own creative style.
• Taking time to photograph purely for enjoyment can help keep creativity alive and prevent burnout.
• Learning your camera and refining your technical skills gives you the confidence to adapt to different situations.
• Staying open to opportunities and being willing to try something new can lead to unexpected and rewarding directions.

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In this episode of the SheClicks Women in Photography Podcast, Angela Nicholson speaks with interdisciplinary artist and photographer Sujata Setia about storytelling, trauma, healing and the role photography can play in creating connection.

Sujata’s work explores social justice, gender-based violence, identity and lived experience. Originally from India, she moved to the UK in 2009 and began her photographic journey while navigating new motherhood and an uncertain future. What started as photographing her daughter soon became a way to process emotion, communicate and rebuild connection.

Angela and Sujata discuss how photography became a bridge between mother and child, before exploring the evolution of Sujata’s practice from family portraiture into deeply personal and socially engaged work. Sujata shares the emotional journey behind her award-winning project A Thousand Cuts, which won the Creative category at the 2024 Sony World Photography Awards.

The conversation explores the responsibility of photographing sensitive subjects, the importance of working ethically with survivors and how visual beauty can encourage audiences to engage with difficult themes. Sujata also talks honestly about imposter syndrome, financial realities in the arts and the courage required to keep sharing meaningful work.

Throughout the episode, Angela and Sujata reflect on vulnerability, storytelling and the belief that photography can help create understanding and change.

This is an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation about using creativity to confront silence, process pain and connect with others through art.

Takeaways

• Photography can become a powerful tool for communication when words feel difficult.
• Personal experiences often shape the most meaningful creative work.
• Vulnerability and honesty can help build trust with subjects.
• Difficult stories deserve thoughtful, ethical and respectful representation.
• Creative careers often evolve in unexpected directions over time.
• Persistence and courage matter more than waiting to feel confident.

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Kylee Ann joins Angela Nicholson for this episode of the SheClicks Women in Photography Podcast to share how she built a thriving photography business from humble beginnings, while raising a family and learning everything through experience.

Kylee is a photographer, educator and business mentor who has created a successful global photography brand specialising in commercial and product photography. Known for her honest and practical approach to marketing, systems and sustainable growth, she now helps photographers streamline their businesses and build careers that genuinely fit around their lives.

In this conversation, Kylee talks about receiving her first DSLR camera after her fiancé sold his Xbox to buy it for her, photographing her first wedding in auto mode for just $200 and gradually learning how to turn photography from a hobby into a profitable business.

Angela and Kylee discuss the realities of balancing photography with family life, why systems and organisation matter so much and how photographers can avoid getting trapped in cycles of overthinking and self-doubt. Kylee also explains how she built a successful associate photography team, transitioned from weddings into commercial work and created a business model that allows her to work from her backyard studio while supporting international brands.

Throughout the episode, Kylee shares valuable advice for photographers at every stage of their journey, from marketing consistently and building confidence to focusing on small daily wins instead of setbacks.

This episode is full of encouragement, practical business advice and honest insights into what it really takes to build a long-term photography career while staying true to your personal priorities.

Takeaways

1. Small consistent actions often create bigger long-term success than waiting for perfect opportunities.
2. Building systems and workflows can make photography businesses far more sustainable.
3. Confidence grows through experience and action, not by waiting until you feel ready.
4. Consistent marketing helps photographers stay visible and attract new clients.
5. Success in photography does not have to follow a traditional path or lifestyle.
6. Focusing on daily wins instead of setbacks can improve both mindset and motivation.

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