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Join in as Nikki Closser, a mentor in the Sue Bryce Education community, interviews photographers who manage successful portrait photography businesses from around the globe using the business model Sue Bryce teaches. Subscribe to hear stories that will fast track your success and transform you as a photographer and business owner.
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Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Brooklyn-based boudoir photographer Stephanie Bordas. Listen in as Stephanie goes in depth about her business, how she markets business to business and how she gets an insanely high booking rate. Don't miss out on today's interview!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today on The Portrait System Podcast, Vancouver-based boudoir and empowerment Michele Mateus is our guest. Listen in as Michele tells us all about her business journey and how she has achieved a $3k+ sales average. Don't miss out on this exceptional episode!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Orange-county based photographer and videographer Ning Wong. Ning got laid off from a corporate job 10 years ago and has since build a successful portrait photography business. What truly sets his business apart is how Ning includes videography in his packages. Listen in as Ning tells us all about his journey and how he build his business from the ground up! Don't miss out on this amazing interview!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Nashville-based photographer Judith Hill. Judith left her job in the corporate world, and she tells us all about how she did it and managed to create a portrait business that brought her a 6 figure income within the first year. Judith also goes in depth about how she runs her business, markets and keeps clients coming. Don't miss out on this amazing interview!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, portrait photographer and host Nikki Closser interviews Chicago-based photographer Josh Beaton. Josh started a non-profit just a year ago called "The Tween Esteem Project" which offers a luxury photoshoot experience to tweens who need them. While it is a non-profit, the photographers involved still get paid for their services. Listen in as Josh explains how he successfully created and runs this passion project and takes us through his story. Don't miss out on this unique interview!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week, on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews close friend and amazingly talented portrait photographer Melissa Stone. Melissa started out as a wedding photographer and after going through some burnout, she completely turned her business around and used her superpower of connecting with people to transition to personal storytelling photography. Don't miss out on this insightful, fun and inspirational interview!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews L.A-based fine arts photographer David Franco. David creates absolutely gorgeous fine arts drag portraits but also works a full time job for the county of Los Angeles. David takes us through his business journey and how he wants to transition to running his own business full-time. Don't miss out on this fun, insightful and amazing interview!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interview Wales-based photographer Karolina Skorek. Karolina is an amazing award-winning photographer who now runs a thriving business. Although she takes pictures from her home, Karolina's work is stunning. Listen in as Karolina tells us all about how she runs her photography business and so much more.To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Boston-based empowerment photographer Lindsay Hite. Listen in as Lindsay tells us all about how she connects with clients through consultation and how she built her business up to a $5k sales average. Don't miss out on this incredible interview!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews California-based photographer Nadine Sachiko Hsu. Nadine is a former race car driver turned photographer and went from doing $150 photoshoots to running a 3000 sq ft studio where she builds sets for her clients. Listen in as Nadine dives deep into how she runs her business and how she turns one-time clients into lifelong clients.To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today on The Portrait System Podcast, Florida-based photographer Anna Nguyen tells her unique story of how she successfully transitioned from 50 weddings a year to a full portrait and commercial photography business. Anna also explains how hiring a sales team to sell prints for her changed her life and tremendously helped her on her way to success. Don't miss out on this incredible interview!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Florida-based photographer Allie Serrano. Born in Prague, Allie moved to the US and built an incredibly successful photography business in Tampa Bay, FL. Listen in as she shares her amazing story and how she attracts clients. Don't miss out on this amazing episode!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Kansas-based senior photographer Rebecca Shepard. Rebecca has managed to reach a $3k+ average even though her business is in a small town. Listen in as Rebecca shares the secrets to her business and explains how she used marketing and Tik Tok to attract clients. To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Indiana-based photographer Aly Elliott. Aly is an amazing photographer who's unique work is absolutely stunning and powerful. Aly started a project where she creates images for bereaved parents and siblings allowing their lost family member to remain present through photography. Don't miss out on this unique, emotional and wonderful interview!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, we have a very special guest on The Portrait System Podcast! Travis Patenaude is a pet photographer and this year's Portrait Masters Awards Grand Champion. Listen in as Travis tells all about his photography journey and how his dog saved his life many years ago. Don't miss out on this heartwarming and phenomenal episode!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, on The Portrait System Podcast, we celebrate 2 MILLION DOWNLOADS with a very special episode where host Nikki Closser and guest Kara Marie take in questions from the audience!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today we are back with Part 2 of Sophia Barrett's interview! Listen in as we dive deep into Sophia's "Why" and into the ins and outs of her business and marketing strategy. Don't miss out in this amazing follow-up episode!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Tucson-based commercial photographer Justin Haugen. Justin tells us all about how he got laid off from his job and started a wedding photography business before successfully transitioning to commercial photography. If you're looking to make a change in your business or simply seeking inspiration, don't miss out on this amazing interview!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.Attend The Portrait Masters Conference on Sept 11th! Learn more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Atlanta-based photographer Sophia Barrett. Sophia creates amazing custom sets for her clients and her work is absolutely stunning. It is no surprise that her starting price is as high as $4500! If you want to learn about her unique story and the secrets to her success, don't miss out on this episode!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today on The Portrait System Podcast, host Nikki Closser interviews Serbian photographer Jovana Marinkovic. Jovana has an amazing story and was able to establish herself as a successful photographer in Serbia using The Portrait System. Want to hear the secrets of Jovana's journey? Then don't miss out on this episode!To become a member of The Portrait System and learn more about the business of photography, click here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Why did we pass over how she actually got started so quickly? It was either a miracle or bollocks – and I don't believe in miracles.You don't just get someone suddenly asking you to shoot a wedding after they see photos of your dog and some flowers. Where's the practical advice in that?
Thank you for your lovely podcast 🙏🏻🥰 honestly I appreciate what you’re doing ,it’s so useful 🔥🔥
One of your best interviews to date. Paula is the bees knees.
I couldn't finish this episode. Not once did it live up to the premise of the title: HOW. We're supposed to believe you became successful (i.e you made money and ran a business, not just showed up for free) and put food on the table by "collabing" and working part time at another job? That sounds a lot like working on other people's ideas and projects in return for experience bucks and shout-outs to me. No thanks.
Great to hear your story, Nikki! Thanks for sharing 🙏
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One thing I never hear is how they built their portfolio in the first place! HOW did you get people into the studio? I live in a city of millions and can't find anyone to shoot 😭