Photo Happy Hour

Will the new global shutter Sony A9III set the photography world spinning? Dan is one of the first pros to get his hands on one, and it looks like it is a gamechanger. As in, all of the rules just changed, especially with off-camera flash. Learn more about this major new camera and what it might mean for the future. And find out what made Michael call a hopefully small group of pedantic photographers "dumb@$$es". (Hopefully, you're not in that group.) :)Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Holland, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

As we kick off 2024, we cover diverse topics like ImagingUSA, SYNC, email marketing, annual planning, and cheese curds. Good stuff. Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

As we wind down the year, we put together a far-ranging episode with tips on how to succeed despite whatever personal failings you might have (LOL). From web tips, to what you can learn from the folks in Las Vegas, there's plenty of insight and nonsense to go around. Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

Family portraiture can be a very lucrative segment of the photography industry. However, many photographers struggle with family portraits. Each of us approaches family portraits from slightly different angles, yet we have all been successful with the family portrait side of the business. Hear our inside tips and tricks, and perhaps we will share that nugget of info that can help launch you into better family portrait sales. Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Get your free ticket for the Peak Senior Summit, October 1-4! Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

Everyone is talking about it. We talked about it before, but a lot has changed since the last time we broached the subject of AI. In this episode we chat about which AI tools we are using, and how different AI tools have helped our businesses. Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

Since when did a quick trip through the fast food drive-thru start costing $25 or more? Costs are rising everywhere...have you adjusted your pricing to keep up? We share some thoughts on this, and Michael shares a few sketchy tax tips that might help you out. :)Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.net

With a title like that, do you really need an elaborate episode description? We think not. We cover a lot of ground in this one, so pop in your earbuds, grab a gummie, and enjoy. Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.net

We're all over the map -- literally -- in this episode. From Michigan to Mexico, we cover the gamut and give some updates on our ongoing (and debilitating) projects. And as always, we dispense a little wisdom along the way. Just a little wisdom, but like "just a little" mezcal, it can pack a punch. Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.net

If you like variety, this episode has it! We cover a lot of ground, including some fun conference shenanigans as well as several prestigious awards bestowed upon us. We may not cover how to calculate the inverse square law, but we have a lot silliness this week.Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.net

It's 2023 already, just in case you didn't realize it.  But there's definitely still time to make some changes, implement new ideas, refine some old ones, and make this a great year for your photography business. In this episode we give you some tips as well as a lot of other random thoughts. It's a great start to season 4!Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.net

We put it all in writing, in brochures and on the website. We go through everything in person and on the phone.  We have YouTube videos walking clients through all the steps. Yet we still get clients who misunderstand how things work, or are surprised by our pricing.  How and why does this happen? We chat about the reasons why and offer some ideas on how to get clients to listen.Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

This week we jump into the deep end and wade into chemical-laden toxic pool that is the topic of Artificial Intelligence: Creating art from words being input into an app. Is it art? Whose art is it? Is it cool? Is it ethical? Is it the best thing since Photoshop? We tackle as many angles of this as we can. Join in the fun and check out this hot episode of Photo Happy Hour.Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

One successful product we have used to help grow our sales and differentiate us as artists in the marketplace is the "sportrait": Unique artwork based around a client's sports activities. Ranging from single-image composites, to montages, to painted images, we cover all of the ways that sportraits can help your photography business. Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

"Dress for success" is an old idiom that has some merit. But what about when a client shows up wearing unflattering or ill-fitting clothing?  Or a mishmash of conflicting colors and patterns for a family portrait? This week we chat about how to guide clients to wearing the right outfits to ensure your success.Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

We get a little technical this week as we explore the topic of light quality and really dig into the definition of hard and soft light, and the role that diffusion and specularity play. Note: Our online recording service flipped to record Michael's audio from his crappy streaming camera instead of his awesome new Rode microphone, so please excuse his shitty audio quality.  Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netLet's Get Gritty!Check out my new True Grit Templates for sports and seniors.Save 40% for a limited timeLearn more here: True GritMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

One of the most common complaints we see, especially from newer photographers, is how much time they spend in front of the computer, up until the wee hours of the morning, editing, retouching, etc. We often talk about getting it "right in camera," which can save a lot of time. This week we talk about what you do after the session; do you have an efficient, time-saving workflow?Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

Our podcast launched at the start of the pandemic two years ago.  We reflect over the past two years on what has changed in our own businesses as well as the industry in general. Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

Specialize? Or generalize? It's a huge question for many photographers, especially when they are starting out. The three of us all have taken different approaches, yet we've all been successful. In this episode, we share our thoughts and tips on this important decision, and even throw around a few $13 words here and there.Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

Breaking, damaging, ruining, or just messing up gear can get pretty expensive, both in out-of-pocket costs to replace or repair, and lost opportunities because your equipment wasn't working or available. This week we give some tips on how to care for your gear and prevent damage in the first place. And we came up with an excellent concept for new photo assistants: Photo Caddies!Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.

What holds photographers back from pricing their work appropriately? This week, we do an in-depth discussion on pricing to help photographers struggling to make a living in our industry.Photo Happy Hour is brought to you by MoLight, Seniors Unlocked, and Carl's Coaching Corner.Be sure to check out our YouTube version of the podcast, and please subscribe!Your Hosts:Michael Mowbray, M. Photog., Cr., owns Beautiful Portraits by Michael in DeForest (Madison), Wisconsin, and also owns MoLight. Learn more at:https://www.beautifulportraits.comhttps://www.gomolight.comDan Frievalt, M.Photog., M. Artist, Cr., owns Frievalt Photography in DePere (Green Bay), Wisconsin, and runs Seniors Unlocked. Learn more athttps://www.frievaltphotography.comhttps://store.seniorsunlocked.comCarl Caylor, M. Photog., Cr., ASP-Fellow, Kodak Alaris Mentor, owns Photo Images by Carl in Iron Mountain, Michigan, and also runs Carl's Coaching Corner.  Learn more at:https://www.photoimagesbycarl.netMoLight offers more than 20 different MoLight -brand softboxes and modifiers.