We’re back with part two of our catch up and chit-chat—and we’re not holding back! From being awkward behind the camera to second-shooter slip-ups, this episode dives into the real-life lessons every photographer can learn something from. We’re talking about how to handle insecure brides with grace, why posture cues matter more than you think, and when trying to help can actually make things worse.Plus, how to confidently set boundaries, say no to draining clients, and speak up when the vibe starts slipping. Expect laughs, unfiltered truths, and the hard-earned advice we wish we knew sooner.✨ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and send us your wildest stories for a chance to be featured in the next one!🔗 Follow us on IG: @shutteruppodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & more

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Is going full-time as a photographer still worth it in 2025? In this episode, we unpack Rachael’s decision to leave her corporate job (again!) to pursue photography full time—and what it really takes to make that leap.

We talk hustle culture, the pressure to always be busy, why “full-time” looks different for everyone, and how client trust is built (and broken) through turnaround times, communication, and consistency. Plus, we get into the tea about photographers charging premium rates but not delivering on timelines—and how that affects the industry as a whole.

Whether you’re part-time, full-time, or stuck somewhere in between, this one’s for you if you’ve ever asked:

“Am I legit if I’m not full-time?”

“Is burnout inevitable?”

“How can I actually run a business and not just have a hobby that pays sometimes?”

Let’s talk boundaries, burnout, and being a boss—even in this economy.

In this candid episode, we’re unpacking the real, unfiltered journey of navigating life between a full-time corporate job and the dream of being a full-time photographer. From quitting a 9-to-5 during COVID to shooting 50+ weddings in one year, to dipping back into the corporate world—and now feeling the creative itch again—we talk about burnout, stability, money anxiety, social pressure, and everything in between.

Whether you're debating if you’re “legit” enough to go full-time, wondering if it’s okay to not go full-time, or just trying to juggle it all without losing your mind, this one’s for you. Spoiler: everyone’s path is different, and that’s totally okay.

Welcome back to the Shutter Up Podcast — where we listen and don't judge... well, mostly. 😂In Part 2 of our confessions series, we're spilling even more tea on photography trends we've loved, hated, and been lowkey forced into. From blurry wedding photos and moody editing regrets, to a groom accidentally being called Big Papa, nothing is off-limits.We're also reacting to juicy photographer submissions (including someone who literally rated weddings for 6 years), diving into the white bridesmaid dress trend, and bonding over chaotic second shooter stories.👇 What we cover in this episode:Trendy edits: blurry, filmy, moody, and flashEditing fails and client expectationsDouble exposures and Photoshop vs. in-cameraThe chaos of uneven wedding partiesVeils from Amazon... and why they might turn blue 👀When clients say “reschedule”… and we secretly love it 😅“Big Papa” and other accidental groom nicknamesSecret wedding ratings and the Four Weddings showFarmville, cows, and our dream venue ideas 🐄💍✨ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and send us your wildest stories for a chance to be featured in the next one!🔗 Follow us on IG: @shutteruppodcast🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & more#WeddingPhotography #PhotographerPodcast #BlurryPhotos #PhotographyTrends #ShutterUpPodcast #BigPapa #WeListenAndDontJudge

Episode 8 We're back with another round of "We Listen and We Don't Judge"... except this time, it's the other Rachael's turn to confess! What started as a casual game quickly turned into a full-blown wedding photographer confessional session — and let's just say, there were moments that left jaws on the floor (literally). A plot twist no one would see coming! Tune in for shocking stories, real talk, and plenty of laughs as we dive into the wild side of learning and growing in the wedding photography world.

In this episode of Shutter Up Podcast, we play a hilarious round of "We Listen and We Don't Judge" — where one Rachael shares all the cringe-worthy things she did as a brand-new wedding photographer, and the other Rachael definitely tries (and mostly fails) not to judge. From rookie mistakes to hard-learned lessons, we're keeping it real, laughing at ourselves, and proving that everyone starts somewhere. If you need a reminder that you're not alone in your early photography struggles, this one’s for you!