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Wine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 19: Business & Market Shifts in Photography (2026)🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"Welcome back to Wine Down & Focus! In Episode 19, we’re talking Business and Market Shifts in Photography for 2026—plus a few style trends we think you’ll be seeing more of this year.Before we dive in, we’re sipping a California Syrah from Sonoma County (2022 North Coast Syrah by Jolie-Laide), and we break down the most delicious pairing: ba...
2026-01-2951 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 18: Your 2026 Photography Reset: The Year-Ahead Checklist You’ll Thank Yourself For🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"Episode 18: Your 2026 Photography Reset: The Year-Ahead Checklist You’ll Thank Yourself ForThe start of a new year can bring motivation and excitement, but it can also create decision overwhelm. In this episode of Wine Down & Focus, we walk photographers through a practical 2026 photography business reset designed to help you feel clear, organized, and prepared for the year ahe...
2026-01-1346 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 17: Rita Ann Jana Interview - How to Run a Thriving Senior Photography Business Without a Model Team🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"In this episode of Wine Down & Focus, Annette and Christina sip a 2019 Dierberg Pinot Noir and share a little love for Hermann, Missouri, before diving into how to build a thriving senior photography business without a model or rep team. They chat with internationally published portrait photographer Rita Ann Janna about how her business evolved from families to seniors ac...
2025-12-1151 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 16: Finding the Perfect Photography Locations🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"Episode 16: Finding the Perfect Photography LocationsGrab your glass and join Annette and Christina for episode 16 of Wine Down & Focus! This week, they’re diving into one of the most important parts of every session — choosing the perfect photography location. From city vibes and moody garages to soft golden fields and unexpected gems like car washes or coffee...
2025-10-3131 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 15: The Habits That Make or Break Photographers🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"Episode 15: The Habits That Make or Break PhotographersFrom shooting for yourself to backing up files and setting real boundaries, Annette & Christina share the small habits that define a thriving photography business. Tune in for inspiration, laughter, and a $20 Sonoma Zin taste test!So pour a glass, press play, and let’s Wine Down and Focus...
2025-10-0246 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 14: SEO Sip, Click, Rank: Easy SEO Tips for Photographers🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"Pour yourself a glass and join Annette and Christina for another fun and insightful episode of Wine Down and Focus. This week, we’re sipping on a San Simeon Pinot Noir from Costco while diving into a topic that can feel intimidating but is crucial for every photographer’s business—SEO.Annette breaks down the essentials of search engine optim...
2025-08-2144 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 13- The Art of the Edit- From Raw to Wow🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients" Episode 13: From RAW to WOW – The Art of Editing Grab your glass of wine and join Annette and Christina as they dive into the real talk behind photo editing — from early overexposed disasters to today's polished, magazine-worthy looks. They’re talking Lightroom vs. Photoshop, editing workflows, Evoto confessions, staying true to your style, and how to avoid plastic skin...
2025-07-1743 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 12: Let's Get Real - Photography Struggles🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"Episode 12: The Real Struggles Photographers Face (and How We Bounce Back)In this episode of Wine Down and Focus, Annette and Christina pour a glass of Pinot Noir and get real about the behind-the-scenes struggles photographers rarely talk about—burnout, pricing anxiety, style confusion, difficult clients, and tech fails.From navigating slow seasons and studio setb...
2025-07-1146 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 11: Interview with Adam Goldberg of AGoldPhoto who specializes in Shelter Pet Photography🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients" Episode 11: In this episode, we chat with pet photographer Adam Goldberg about how powerful images can help shelter pets find homes. He discusses the misconceptions surrounding shelter pets and shares tips for photographing shy animals, and the significance of passion in pursuing pet photography. Plus, we dive into editing styles, ethical practices, and heartwarming adoption stories that will inspire a...
2025-06-2642 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 10: Spring Recap Craziness - Photography Sessions & Maypole Event🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients" Episode 10: Spring Recap Craziness & Maypole EventIn 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 co...
2025-05-2238 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 9: ShutterFest Photography Conference Recap - In St. Louis🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"Episode 9: ShutterFest Recap – The Wheel, The Wine, and the Wild Conference ExperienceIn 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 p...
2025-05-0732 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 8: Scaling Solo: Growth Challenges Without a Team🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"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 i...
2025-04-1956 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 7: Why Posing Isn't Everything: The Power of Connection🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients" In this episode, Annette and Christina explore the importance of connection over mere posing in photography. They discuss how to create emotional trust with clients, the significance of understanding individual personalities, and various techniques to elicit natural expressions during sessions. The conversation also touches on the nuances of posing, including the use of movement and prompts to achieve authen...
2025-04-1139 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 6: The Many Hats of a Photographer🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"In this episode, Annette and Christina discuss the various roles photographers must juggle in their businesses. They explore responsibilities that go beyond simply taking pictures, such as marketing, customer service, and managing finances. The conversation emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, learning SEO, and the challenges of maintaining a work-life balance while running a photography business. We share insights on several as...
2025-03-2452 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 5: Interview with Cindi Jones - The Studio Dilemma – Home vs. Dedicated Space🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients" In this engaging conversation, Annette Sundberg and Cindi Jones discuss the intricacies of running a photography studio, exploring the pros and cons of having a dedicated space versus a home studio. They share personal experiences, challenges faced in studio management, and the importance of collaboration in the photography community. The discussion also touches on financial management, overhead costs, and the...
2025-03-1936 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 4: Interview with Nathan Loker - All Seniors Workshop🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"Nathan Loker shares his journey in photography, specializing in high school senior portraits and photography workshops. He discusses the challenges photographers face, the value of education, and how his workshops blend creative techniques with business strategies. Emphasizing hands-on learning and community support, Nathan highlights success stories and upcoming workshops designed to help photographers grow. He also touches on his passion proje...
2025-03-1439 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 3: Finding Your Niche In Photography🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients" In this episode, Annette and Christine discuss the importance of finding your niche in photography, sharing their personal journeys and experiences. They explore the pros and cons of niching down versus maintaining a diverse portfolio, emphasizing the significance of marketing and branding in attracting the right clients. The conversation highlights the value of networking and continuous learning in the photography co...
2025-03-1131 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 2: Coming to you from the Sync Conference in Destin Florida🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients"In this fun and relaxed episode, join Annette and Christina as they recap their adventures at the SYNC senior photography conference in beautiful Destin, Florida. Christina is experiencing this event for the first time, while Annette is back for her third time. Together, they share their experiences, from the conference classes to networking with photographers from around the world, all while sip...
2025-03-0315 minWine Down and Focus: Photography Tips & Stories Over a Glass of WineEpisode 1: What's in your camera bag🎙️ Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina🍷 Where photography meets fun—sip, laugh, and learn with Annette and Christina!📩 Subscribe & Get Your FREE Guide: "5 Ways to Get More Photography Clients" Welcome to the very first episode of Wine Down and Focus with Annette & Christina! In this fun and laid-back episode, we sip on The Pessimist Red Blend while diving into all the essential gear we carry in our everyday camera bags. From camera bodies and lenses to flashes and accessories, we break down what works, what doesn’t, and why we love (or...
2025-02-2432 min
The Portrait System PodcastHow In-Person Sales Exponentially Increased Annette Sundberg's IncomeToday on The Portrait System Podcast, host, photographer and educator Nikki Closser interviews St-Louis area photographer Annette Sundberg. Listen in as Annette tells us all about how Annette went from shoot and burn to being the most expensive photographer in her area. Don't miss out on this incredible success story!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.
2024-02-0549 min