This week, our guest Cambridgeshire Wedding Photographer Tom Beynon opens up about navigating social media as a naturally introverted photographer. He also shares the story of how he began his journey in wedding photography, his documentary-style approach to capturing weddings, and his exciting plans to shake up his lens choices for 2025! JOIN THE NINEDOTS MEMBERSHIP We know that being a wedding photographer isn't just a job – it's your passion, your art, and your calling. That's why NineDo...
Join Rahul Khona as he dives into an enlightening conversation with Katie Kavanagh, exploring practical strategies for mastering money management and creating financial stability for a more fulfilling life. Katie shares her approach to social media—covering how to make your brand stand out, find the right balance between sharing and oversharing, and leverage authenticity to connect with your ideal clients. They also discuss Katie's methods for maintaining a healthy work-life balance, includin...
Join Rahul for an insightful conversation with Sharrone Calafiore, founder of Fiore Films. Known for her distinctive cinematic style, Sharrone crafts wedding films that masterfully blend composition, timing, and sound to create unforgettable stories. In this episode, she shares her expertise on lighting techniques, music selection, client education, and her approach to deliverables. Discover why she views editing as a creative puzzle and learn about her unique perspective on wedding day cov...
Join Rahul in conversation with Assumpta Vitcu, the founder of a multicultural wedding planning company, based in London - Ave Creations, as they explore the art of multicultural wedding planning. Together they discuss experience and growing your business, photographer-planner collaborations, industry ethics, keys to exceptional client service plus kickbacks, current trends and much more. NINEDOTS 2024 - MANCHESTER - LAST FEW TICKETS REMAINING 12 + 13th November 2024 Our speaker line up so...
Rahul is joined by Hertfordshire Wedding Photographer Erica Hawkins on battling her imposter syndrome, entering awards and pushing yourself further, knowing your worth along with setting goals, telling stories through her photos and growing your network. NINEDOTS 2024 - MANCHESTER - LAST FEW TICKETS REMAINING 12 + 13th November 2024 Our speaker line up so far includes: MATTEO CARTA . LISA DEVLIN SACHIN KHONA . KATE HAMPSON . DAVE SCHOLES ASSUMPTA VITCU . HOLLIE MATEER . DAN MORRIS ANNA...
Rahul is joined by Liverpool wedding photographer Andrew Keher where we talk about being self-conscious, how he started making reels, wanting more followers and interaction on social media along with being relentless. We also talk about evolving with the times, stepping out of our comfort zones and how to attract the right couples in 2024 and beyond! NINEDOTS 2024 - MANCHESTER - LAST FEW TICKETS REMAINING 12 + 13th November 2024 Our speaker line up so far includes: MATTEO CART...
Rahul is joined by Northern Ireland's finest wedding photographer Jay Doherty. Where we talk about backing up, paranoia, using ai and how its given him more freedom. Why social media is an important part of his business, selling albums to all his couples, being into self care, wellness and becoming a yoga teacher. We also dive into Jay's hunger for life and how much he accomplishes in a single day! NINEDOTS 2024 - MANCHESTER - LAST FEW TICKETS REMAINING 12 + 13th November 2024 ...
In this episode Rahul is joined by Hollie & Patrick Mateer where they discuss how they started in wedding photography, finding their unique style, why they stopped posing couples and their rules for composition. We also discuss their upcoming workshop in Manchester, second shooters and juggling work with family life! NINEDOTS 2024 - MANCHESTER - LAST FEW TICKETS REMAINING 12 + 13th November 2024 Our speaker line up so far includes: MATTEO CARTA . LISA DEVLIN SACHIN KHONA . KATE HAMPS...
In this episode Gary Williams talks to Rahul Khona on why he chose to become a wedding photographer, on meeting Martin Parr, his love for singing and the similarities between being a photographer and a singer. We also talk about his project The Camden Passage and why he started it. We also talk about portraits & posing, slideshows, editing, our love for a good dopamine hit and being an ambivert. NINEDOTS 2024 - IS COMING TO MANCHESTER! 12 + 13th November 2024 Our speaker ...
In this mini podcast Rahul and Andy discuss SEO Gate, tips on how to get your profile back and why community over competition always wins! Here are the steps to try and talk to someone at Google. ***FIRSTLY DON'T PANIC YOU WILL GET YOUR PROFILE BACK - ITS JUST A BIT OF AN ANNOYING PROCESS TO SPEAK TO SOMEONE - AND THE APPEAL WORKS TOO! There are two ways and we recommend doing both: Burt first of all before you do the below go through and change your area to service area as explained ...
In this episode Rahul Khona is joined by Siva Haran - Divine Method Photography. Rahul & Siva discuss diets, fasting before weddings, journaling, self development and bettering ourselves to stay healthy for the future. They also talk about changing trends, being solid with your intentions, getting referred and why you have to be mentally strong. NINEDOTS 2024 - IS COMING TO MANCHESTER! 12 + 13th November 2024 Our speaker line up so far includes: MATTEO CARTA . LISA DEVLIN SACHIN KH...
In this episode Rahul Khona is joined by East Midlands Wedding Photographer Gina Fernandes where we discuss how Instagram does 90% of the work for Gina's enquiries and bookings, boosting posts, looking at insights on social media, TikTok and collabs on Instagram. We also talk about being ghosted in 2024, editing on the go with an IPad, the new tiered pricing on Instagram and Baby Reindeer! NINEDOTS 2024 - IS COMING TO MANCHESTER! 12 + 13th November 2024 Our speaker line up so f...
In this episode Rahul Khona is joined by Fuji Film ambassador Emily Renier where we discuss keeping raw files, losing a wedding to trends, not drinking coffee and anxiety. We also chat about her 'Year in a life' family photography, the importance of albums and about targets, goals and being obsessed. NINEDOTS 2024 - IS COMING TO MANCHESTER! 12 + 13th November 2024 Our speaker line up so far includes: MATTEO CARTA . NICK NORTH . LISA DEVLIN SACHIN KHONA . KATE HAMPSON . DAVE SCHOLES AS...
In this episode Rahul Khona is joined by film wedding photographer Kate Bunny Hampson where we talk about the importance of wedding photos along with everyones favourite hot topic at the moment - trends! Plus we talk about shooting film, branding, Kate's love for music along with being alcohol free and grounding! NINEDOTS 2024 - IS COMING TO MANCHESTER! 12 + 13th November 2024 Our speaker line up so far includes: MATTEO CARTA . NICK NORTH . LISA DEVLIN SACHIN KHONA . KATE HAMPSON . DAVE SC...
In this episode Rahul Khona is joined by Manchester wedding photographer Phil Salisbury where we talk about why Phil became a wedding photographer, staying true to yourself and not following trends. We also discuss pricing and marketing, why tracking your enquiries is important along with second shooters and why shooting for others is important. Finally we also discuss the life changing gadget that are air fryers and why they are so awesome! NINEDOTS 2024 - IS COMING TO MANCHEST...
In this episode Rahul Khona is joined by Yves Schepers where we discuss why he took a break from entering awards but also what the benefits of awards are as well. We also talk about not only showing documentary work on social media but also showing details too. We also discuss mental wellbeing, not drinking alcohol and breaking habits and creating new habits for better mental health. Plus we discuss putting yourself first, shooting more personal work and living from a place of acceptan...
In this episode Rahul Khona is joined by award winning photographer Els Korsten from Netherlands. We discuss how Els started her journey into photography shooting cows, which allowed her to travel around the world photographing cows to her path in to wedding photography. We chat about why Els loves shooting with the 28mm, how to stay creative, capturing genuine moments and how getting to know her couples is super important to her. NINEDOTS 2024 - IS COMING TO MANCHESTER! 12 + 13th Nov...
In this latest podcast episode, Rahul Khona hangs out with the super cool duo, The Richters – Monica & Pol, who are all about alternative wedding photo and videos. They talk about what it's like dealing with the low bookings in 2024 and spill some secrets on how they stay on everyone's radar using social media. We also chat about connecting with couples, staying true to their unique style, and even share Monica’s film editing process and Pol’s technique of mixing super 8 with digital for ...
In this week’s episode, Rahul Khona is chatting with the awesome family photographer from Manchester Anna Hardy who has been through it all – from documenting weddings for over 15 years and then transitioning to family photography as well as being an educator to other photographers. Networking is like the unsung hero of a photographer's journey, and we're diving into why making those real connections can seriously level up your game. Plus, we're shaking things up with marketing – forget...
In this podcast Rahul Khona is joined by Devon wedding photographer and Rangefinder winner Amy Sampson where we discuss the power of a photo and how taking photos for loved ones can be the best gifts we can give them. Amy also talks about shooting weddings at her favourite focal length 24mm, accessing people and moments, being aware at weddings plus working alongside videographers. We also talk about shooting what you love and feel passionate about and not changing for current trends in the m...