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Episode 10: Spring Recap Craziness & Maypole Event

In this episode of Wine Down & Focus, Annette and Christina recap their spring photography experiences, discussing the challenges posed by weather, particularly rain, and the impact on scheduling senior sessions and graduations. They also review a Cabernet Sauvignon from Trader Joe's, sharing tasting notes and insights about the wine's origin. The conversation flows into their experiences with unique events like the Maypole ceremony and graduation photography, highlighting the chaos and excitement of capturing these moments. They share valuable editing tips and software insights, particularly focusing on Lightroom and Photoshop, and conclude with a look ahead to upcoming sessions and plans for the summer.

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Episode 9: ShutterFest Recap – The Wheel, The Wine, and the Wild Conference Experience

In this episode, Annette and Christina share all the behind-the-scenes moments from their time at ShutterFest in St. Louis! From riding high above the city in the Union Station Wheel (yes, we recorded in there!) to soaking in classes, connecting with old friends, and pulling off hilarious pranks—this episode is a mix of laughs, lessons, and honest takeaways.

We chat with fellow photographers at the event, share what worked (and what didn’t) in our classes, and offer tips for anyone thinking about attending this hands-on, high-energy photography conference. Christina dives into insights from pet photography pro Adam Goldberg, and Annette reflects on bringing home creative inspiration—and the challenge of turning it into action when real life hits.

Shutterfest Conference

Mentions:

Adam Goldberg

Joey Thomas

Kristin Jones

Interviews:

Rhonda Favor

Barry Salmons

Kim Brady

Tim Goates

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In this fun and honest episode, Annette and Christina sit down with Canadian photographer Tammy Lipsett to talk about the realities of running a photography business solo. Tammy, who specializes in volume sports photography just outside Calgary, Alberta, shares how her journey started with a Twitter push and turned into a thriving business covering sports, dance, and more.

They dive into the challenges of scaling without a full-time team, how Tammy hires seasonally (including her own kids!), and the importance of knowing your strengths and outsourcing your weaknesses. She also shares insights into her favorite tech tools—like Evoto and Captura—that have helped streamline her workflow and cut editing time dramatically.

The episode is packed with laughs, including stories of emotional support crickets, Muppet hats that scare small children, and Tammy’s “Santa Claus-like” multitasking skills. It also touches on deeper topics like setting boundaries, avoiding burnout, dealing with competition, and redefining what success looks like for you.

Tammy proves you can build a successful business without a flashy website or a big team—just authenticity, efficiency, great customer service, and a sense of humor.

Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc Te Muna Road Vineyard, 2023

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Tammy Lipsett – One Shot Photography

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