Award-winning photographer Kristin Sweeting turned her love of creativity into a thriving solopreneur business that now earns between $300K and $400K per year, all while working about 20 hours a week and homeschooling her son.

In this episode of Solopreneur Life, Kristin shares how she went from a $30K church salary to $30K months, what pushed her to finally raise her rates, and the mindset shifts that helped her design a business and a life on her own terms.

You will learn how photographers can build profitable, flexible careers through clear vision, intentional pricing, and smart outsourcing. Kristin also opens up about single parenting, work life balance, and how she uses creativity and travel to inspire both her art and her business coaching.

If you have ever dreamed of turning your artistic passion into a full time business, this episode will show you what is possible.

⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro – Why more people are choosing solopreneurship

01:10 Kristin’s origin story: from youth director to photographer

04:20 Hitting a $30K month after being told she had hit her career cap

07:45 How photographers actually make money

10:20 Breaking down her income and salary today

14:10 Working 20 hours a week and homeschooling her son

17:20 Raising rates from $5K to $25K weddings

20:40 What new photographers can realistically earn

22:45 Why photography can be ideal for parents

24:40 Solopreneur High Five: tools, outsourcing, AI, and freedom

36:45 Her advice for new photographers – start before you are ready

38:40 Where to connect with Kristin Sweeting

💡 RESOURCES AND NOTES

Connect with Kristin Sweeting

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinsweeting

🎧 Podcast: Dangerous Creatives – https://dangerschool.com/podcast

Solopreneur Tools I Love

💼 Gusto – Payroll and benefits made easy: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/gusto

🏦 Live Oak Bank – Small business banking built for entrepreneurs: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/liveoakbank

🎙️ Riverside – Professional quality podcast and video recording: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/riverside

💰 Monarch Money – Best budgeting app for solopreneurs and families: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/monarchmoney

Recommended Resources

📘 Own Your Time by Andy Hill – 10 Financial Steps to Put Your Family First and Escape the Corporate Grind: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/book

🎧 More episodes on solopreneur success: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/epcats/create-a-solopreneur-life/

Credits

🎬 Editor: Johnny Sohl

🎨 Podcast Artwork: Kayli Johnson

⚠️ Disclaimer and Disclosure

Information shared on this podcast may come from financial, business, or creative professionals, but it should not be considered professional advice specific to you or your situation. Always consult with your own professional before making decisions related to your finances or business.

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