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Ambience - The Wedding Podcast076. Why is Film so popular?In todays episode of Ambience, the wedding podcast Tim and Matt are back after a little break for reasons we dive into. We chat all things film and it's popularity in the wedding industry with the unique qualities it brings to our art. We also share our film gear and the types of film we use. Takeaways Film photography has become increasingly popular in the wedding industry due to its unique and nostalgic qualities. Both Timothy and Matt incorporate film into their work and have seen a growing demand for it from their clients. They discuss t...2024-08-0836 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast075. Ways to get to your wedding day with confidence In this episode of Ambience - The Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt discuss the importance of wedding planning, organization, and decision-making. They emphasise the significance of having a clear vision, the right attitude, and confidence in your choices. Having a clear vision and confidence in your choices makes everything smoother and more enjoyable. From picking the perfect playlist to choosing vendors who get your vibe, every detail contributes to the big picture of your special day. It's all about knowing what's most important to you and being flexible with the rest. So, have you started thinking about what your non-negotiables a...2024-06-2634 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast074. Pushing the creative boundaries with Bottlebrush FilmsIn this episode of Ambience - The Wedding Podcast, we have literally the best wedding humans and filmmakers in the world - Bottlebrush films. We chat all things wedding filmmaking, burnout, client experience, community and the creative process. Also touching on the importance of continuous learning, the impact of client experience, and the inspiration behind their work. We couldn't be more happier to chat to these legends in the industry. Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! Studio Ninja - Use “MAKEITEPIC50” to receive 50% off your first year 2024-06-1944 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast073. The apps we use for an efficient workflowIn this week's episode of Ambience - The Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt discuss the tools and apps we use to make our life easier, our clients happier and improve our overall client experience and workflow efficiency. Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! Studio Ninja - Use “MAKEITEPIC50” to receive 50% off your first year 2024-06-1227 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast072. Pushing the boundaries with your florals & styling? w/ The Flower PursuitIn this week's episode of Ambience - The Wedding Podcast Tim and Matt bring on Sarah from the Flower Pursuit, an absolute creative genius in her craft. Sarah shares insights into her personal life, business journey, and the creative vision behind the Flower Pursuit. Sarah discusses her journey of building her styling and floristry business to what it is today and emphasises the importance of standing out in a flooded industry as well as the significance of creative freedom in executing unique and personalised designs. The conversation delves into the difference between a florist and a stylist florist, the...2024-06-0541 min
Left on WedditHow to VowThis episode is all about how to turn your vows into wows. If you’re completely lost with nowhere to go, let this episode be exactly what you’re looking for. Collectively, Adam and Georgia have listened to hundreds of vows and it’s time to tell our secrets. Firstly, we put on our teachers hat and explain explicitly vows are not vowels and then unpack how to prepare, serve up and turn up the heat on the most delicious vows your guests will be eating up and talking about for years to come. We give a littl...2024-06-0527 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast071. Unfamiliar locations for vendors?In this week's episode of Ambience - The Wedding Podcast Tim and Matt are living the island life and are live from Great Keppel Island in Queensland. The boys are there for a destination wedding and today is all about unfamiliar locations and the industry assumption why you should only choose vendors that have been to your venue or location before. We try to put that myth on its head and discuss why it's actually sometimes even better to allow creativity to shine from your vendor team. Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to recei...2024-05-3022 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast070. The Booking ProcessIn this week's episode of Ambience - The Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt chat about the booking process for wedding vendors. They talk about how couples typically find vendors, the importance of clear communication and pricing transparency, and the process of securing a vendor for their wedding. Ensuring a smooth booking process is crucial for elevating the client's overall experience. It is a key factor in building strong, lasting relationships with clients.2024-05-2231 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast069. Our Thoughts on Wedding Prep In this week's episode of Ambience - The Wedding Podcast Tim and Matt chat about prep for weddings. They discuss the importance of prep & how it can really shape your day. They also chat about parts of prep that can sometimes be overlooked or forgotten when planning your day. Sometimes it's the little things that we can do that will really improve the preparation aspect of the day.2024-05-1521 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast068. What makes a featured wedding?In this episode, Timothy and Matt discuss what makes a wedding featured in bridal magazines and directories. They emphasize that being featured is not the goal when planning a wedding, but rather a byproduct of the hard work and unique elements that make a wedding special. They highlight the importance of vendors, including photographers, florists, stylists, and planners, in creating a featured wedding. They also discuss the role of the venue and the overall aesthetic and personal touches that contribute to a wedding being featured. The hosts stress the subjective nature of the submission process and the...2024-05-0829 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast067. Is this a New Era of Weddings?In this episode, Tim and Matt discuss the whether the wedding industry is entering into a new era of weddings. Characterised by high personalisation and styling that's aligned to each couple, we give our opinion on the topic. Also touching on the influence of social media on wedding planning and offer tips on how couples can effectively communicate their vision to vendors. 2024-05-0129 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast066. Introducing Ambience The Wedding PodcastMatt and Tim discuss the rebranding of their podcast from Make It Epic Wedding to Ambience the Wedding Podcast. We discuss why we felt a disconnection with the old branding and wanted to align the podcast with their personal brands. We explain the meaning behind the new name, Ambience, and how it represents creating an atmosphere and experience for any wedding. We are so excited for the new direction & the upcoming new episode! Follow Ambience - The Wedding Podcast to keep up to date with new episodes, real wedding chats, and plenty of hot tips for you...2024-04-2424 minAmbience - The Wedding PodcastA little update from Matt & Tim2024-04-1802 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast064. Vendors Chats with Eddie & Lucy BlakeIn this episode of the podcast, we chat with two of the biggest legends and inspirations in the industry, Lucy and Eddie Blake. A photographer and videographer who each run their own successful business and have their own podcast as well - link below. We hit of some hot topics about memorable advice, working with different vendors, choosing the right vendors, storytelling on a wedding day and changing perceptions of the wedding industry and how to manage wedding planning overwhelm. Not one to miss! Ripple Weddings: https://rippleweddings.com/ Lucie Blake Photography: https://luciestudio.c...2024-02-2851 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast063. Our Favourite Weddings This SummerOn today's episode of the Make It Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt talk about their favourite summer weddings and what made them stand out. They highlight the importance of epic garden ceremonies and receptions, the trend of early dance floors to speeches, and various aspects of wedding planning. This includes the importance of personalisation and individuality in weddings and encourages couples to make choices based on their preferences rather than following trends. Get ready and grab a note for a lot of golden nuggets! Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! The Whol...2024-02-1543 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast062. Live Episode - 3 ways to gain clarity on how to plan your weddingThis week on the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast Tim & Matt are doing something a little bit different. We had the oppounity to talk at The Love A Fair Wedding Expo in Bowral and decided to record our chat. Little Heads up, really sorry for the bad audio, the photographer in the duo forgot to turn on the mic. We chat through 3 ways to gain clarity on how to plan your perfect wedding. We believe that these 3 points will help you reduce decision fatigue and paint a pathway that help you make decisions about your wedding that ar...2024-02-0738 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast061. We're Back! This year's IN's and OUT's!On today's episode of the Make It Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt chat are back for our third season, can you believe that? We briefly catch up before diving into our opinions on whats IN and what's OUT for 2024 and the year ahead. Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!Studio Ninja - Use “MAKEITEPIC50” to receive 50% off your first year and free access to the Studio Ninja Zero to Pro Setup course! Follow The Make it Epic Wedding Podcast to keep...2024-01-3137 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast060. Goodbye 2023, Hello 2024 TrendsOn today's episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, We made it to episode 60! Tim and Matt chat about 2023 and the year that was huge for us. The projects we worked on, our learnings and what we have planned for 2024 for the Make it Epic Podcast and our own businesses. We also dive into some of the trends we think are coming in hot for 2024! Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off! Studio Ninja - Use “MAKEITEPIC50” to receive 50% off your fir...2023-12-131h 04Ambience - The Wedding Podcast059. We created THE ONLY VOW GUIDE YOU'LL EVER NEED! With Georgia Fletcher and Adam SeeneyIn this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, we have some HUGE news to share! We’ve collaborated with two of our very good friends who also happen to be some of the best celebrants in Australia (in our humble opinion) to bring you THE GUIDE TO CRAFTING THE MOST EPIC VOWS! This 60 something page monster is your go-to for how to write vows that are personal, unique and more importantly, you. As a little sneaky give away we’re actually giving you access to the vow templates, completely FREE so you can get started on your vow...2023-12-0652 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast058. A Love A Fair Expo.In this episode of the Make It Epic Wedding podcast, Matt is flying solo on this one chatting with Kaity & Jess who are running the Love Affair. An expo that brings a different type of experience and …. If you’re planning your wedding and still stuck on who to choose for your vendors, this one is for you! Check out more info for the Love A Fair here https://linktr.ee/loveafair Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!Off The Hook - U...2023-11-2839 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast057. Get the most out of your wedding budgetOn today's episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, we talk about Budgets! We know that the cost of living, Interest Rates & the Inflation in the country has been skyrocketing. We also know that you are trying to plan your dream wedding in these times! We aren’t budgeting pro’s but we do know a thing or two about making sure that your wedding is EPIC no matter how much you do or don’t spend. Today we give you a few tips on making sure that the budget doesn’t affect how epic your wedding...2023-11-2227 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast056. 5 reasons things go wrong at weddingsOn today's episode of the Make It Epic Wedding Podcast, we chat about a few reasons as to why things going “wrong” at a wedding. How to handle them & how to stop them from going wrong before they do! Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!Off The Hook - Use “MIE50” to receive $50 off!Studio Ninja - Use “MAKEITEPIC50” to receive 50% off your first year and free access to the Studio Ninja Zero to Pro Setup course! Follow The Make it Epic Wed...2023-11-1517 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast055. Why it's important to adapt as a vendorIn this episode of the Make It Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt chat about why it’s important to adapt as a vendor. Weddings are notoriously unpredictable. With so many unforeseen circumstances, it’s important to have a level of adaptability to ensure a seamless experience for couples. From changing timelines to changing weather, this episode drops some golden nuggets we think can be super beneficial for both couples and vendors. Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!|Off The Hook - Use “MIE...2023-11-0831 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast054. How Jaz & Jarrod are planning their winter weddingOn today's episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, we chatted to Jaz & Jarrod who are planning their wedding for Winter 2024. Both Matt & Tim will be shooting this wedding. We are so excited for this one and we decided to have a bit of a catch up chat with these two legends to discuss their plans at this earlier stage, so of course we recorded this and turned it into an episode. We hope that this gives you an insight & help into the earlier stages of planning your wedding! Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to r...2023-11-0344 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast053. Vendor Chats with Ivy Lane CollectiveOn today's episode of the Make It Epic Wedding Podcast, we chatted to Eliza from Ivy Lane Collective. A Florist & Stylist from the South Coast of New South Wales. We dive into how Ivy Lane has become the company that it is today. How the team is absolutely vital in bring your ideas to life & make your day as epic as possible. We also talk about why minimum charges are important to have. This is a huge topic which to be honest is something that is probably never quite understood properly! Check out more of what Ivy...2023-10-2550 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast052. Why it's important to know your vendorsIn this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt chat take bit of different approach for this episode and chat about burnout, managing our energy levels as business owners, the importance of community and some tips to choosing the right wedding vendors. Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!Off The Hook - Use “MIE50” to receive $50 off!Studio Ninja - Use “MAKEITEPIC50” to receive 50% off your first year and free access to the Studio Ninja Zero to Pro Setup co...2023-10-1841 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast051. 3 things you should do on your wedding dayOn this weeks episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim & Matt chat about 3 things you should do on your wedding day! Keeping it simple this week, giving you 3 golden nuggets. Take note, do your best to make sure these things happen on the day! Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! Studio Ninja - Use “MAKEITEPIC50” to receive 50% off your first year AND receive access to the Studio Ninja Zero to Pro course! The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!Off The Hook - Use “MIE50” to receive $50...2023-10-1128 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast050. How Personality effects how you plan your weddingIn this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt chat about how different personalities can affect how you plan your wedding and what type of vendors are best suited to certain personality types . This is a huge episode which we think can be super beneficial for both couples and vendors! Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! Studio Ninja - Use “MAKEITEPIC50” to receive 50% off your first year AND receive access to the Studio Ninja Zero to Pro course! The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!Off The...2023-10-0454 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast049. Unified wedding planning: 5 steps to involve your partnerIn this episode of the Make It Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt are chatting how to unify your wedding planning journey and come together as a team. We all know there's typically one partner who takes control of majority of the tasks however we’ve got 5 steps to involve your partner through every step of the way that will make your wedding day even more unique and personal to you both! Sponsors: Vidflow - Use “MAKEITEPIC20” to receive 20% off! The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!Off The Hook - Use “M...2023-09-2730 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast048. Are content creators here to stay?In this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt chat with Beck, a content creator leading the industry from BZ events and Social Co. This one is a bit of a hot topic as we discuss all the confusion around content creators and define what actually is a content creator and what makes a good content creator. We also dive into some of the burning questions we’d all like to ask a content creator and how their presence can impact the end product for a photographer and videographer. Beck delivers with class and shows us...2023-09-2158 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast047. How to make your wedding preparation epicIn this episode of the Make It Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt chat about all things wedding preparations and how to make it epic! Providing their advice on key points to take into consideration and ways to ensure your wedding day preparations are a stress free, fun and positive environment for the big day ahead. Sponsors: The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!Off The Hook - Use “MIE50” to receive $50 off!Studio Ninja - Use “MAKEITEPIC50” to receive 50% off your first year! Follow The Make it Epic Wedding...2023-09-1342 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast046. 3 Regrets from Past BridesIn this episode of the Make It Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt are back! We’re kicking off sharing the news of what we’ve been up to on the break and diving into 3 common regrets from past brides! Sponsors: The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!Off The Hook - Use “MIE50” to receive $50 off!Studio Ninja - Use “MAKEITEPIC50” to receive 50% off on your first year AND receive our 17 part video series to set up your Studio Ninja! Follow The Make it Epic Wedding Podcast on Instagram to...2023-09-0644 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast045 The Importance of StorytellingIn this episode of the Make It Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt chat all things Storytelling and how why as creatives we feel storytelling is so powerful. We dive into our process of how we incorporate storytelling within each aspect of our client journey and why it’s important to be present as a wedding vendor. This is our last episode before our mid season break. Tune in before we disappear from your ears for the next few weeks! Sponsors: The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off! Off The Hook...2023-08-0940 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast044. Vendor Chats with Dave Le PageIn this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt chat with Dave Lepage from Dave Lepage Photography, an absolute legend in the game who’s work is phenomenal. Dave is known as the ‘Hybrid Daddy’ for his ability to capture photos and video simultaneously. We spoke with Dave about his pre-shoots and the importance of these sessions on his workflow, how he uses light and his vendor to vendor workshop “Breaking the Barrier”. Sponsors: The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off! Off The Hook - Use “MIE50” to receive $50...2023-08-0253 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast043. Vendor Chats with Georgia FletcherIn this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt chat with Georgia Fletcher, a teacher turned celebrant that also offers on the day coordination and MC services to make sure her couples day is high energy from the ceremony right through to the reception! We dive into the many hats Georgia wears and her golden nuggets around some savvy budgeting tips, telling her couples story and even touch on imposter syndrome. Tune in and listen to some of the many ways Georgia can elevate your wedding day. Make sure you connect & follow Georgia...2023-07-2651 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast042. Why we use Studio Ninja to elevate our client experience with Chris GarbaczIn this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt chat with Chris Garbacz, co-founder and head honcho at Studio Ninja. A client management software that takes care of all the administrative tasks associated with running a business. Many of you would know Matt and I have been using Studio Ninja for a few years now and are huge fans. The impact Studio Ninja has had on our businesses is astronomical for a few reasons!.Tune in to find out why! Sponsors: The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off!...2023-07-2057 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast041. How to make your reception epicIn this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt chat all things receptions and how to make your reception epic! With so many factors at play, how can you cut through the noise to ensure your wedding reception runs smoothly? Tune in to find out! --- Are you planning your wedding & looking for some essentials for your day? Essentials like robes or eco-confetti or maybe you need some umbrellas. The Whole Bride is the perfect one stop shop & go to for your wedding. www.thewholebride.com - Use the...2023-07-1256 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast040. Q&A with Tim & MattIn this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt go back to basics and chat all things asked by you guys! We love a Q&A session answering the questions that you ask us! From photo and video packages to advice for new creatives and chatting confetti. Nothing is off limits! Sponsors: The Whole Bride - Use "EPIC15" to receive 15% off! Off The Hook - Use “MIE50” to receive $50 off!Pixellu - Smart Albums - Use "makeitepic15%" to receive 15% off! Follow The Make it Epic Wedding Podcast...2023-07-0550 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast039. Henry Clive Bar - How to elevate your wedding day with Henry Clive barIn this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt chat with Henry from Henry Clive Bar! Henry and his team of absolute Rockstar's bring a special vibe to your wedding day that goes beyond just serving alcohol. Have a listen to see why Henry Clive can elevate your wedding day. You can find out more about Henry Clive Bar here - https://www.henryclive.com.au/ Are you planning your wedding & looking for some essentials for your day? Essentials like robes or eco-confetti or maybe you need some umbrellas. The Whole Bride is...2023-06-291h 00Ambience - The Wedding Podcast038. Vendor Chats with Courtney Holmes - Australian Photographic & Videography AwardsIn this extra episode this week of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt chat to Courtney Holmes. The video director for the Australian Photographic and Videography awards who is also an absolute legend as well! Courtney has an amazing set of skills in the world of family videography and knows how to really tell a story that's impactful, emotional and truly unique to her clients. We also dive into the Australia Videography awards which our very own MIE co-host Tim is a judge for! One not to miss! Are you planning your wedding & looking...2023-06-2835 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast037. Choosing the perfect ceremony locationIn this special episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt chat ceremony locations and how to ensure you choose the perfect location for your wedding ceremony. We know there’s a lot of factors that come into play here but hopefully we’ve opened your eyes (even just a little bit) to help you make sure you know what to look for. Are you planning your wedding & looking for some essentials for your day? Essentials like robes or eco-confetti or maybe you need some umbrellas. The Whole Bride is the perfect one stop shop...2023-06-2136 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast036. Vendors Chats with Chiara Milford - Business Coach In this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt bring on someone who likes to throw the rule book out when it comes to business. Someone who has had a successful career in the wedding and events industry and now is here to help guide wedding business owners. Welcome Chiara Milford, an absolute legend who we had the pleasure of chatting with! This is one for the biz owners out there and if you’d like to check out Chiara work, see the links below. Chiara Milford + The Heartmakers Club A...2023-06-1453 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast035. I’m getting married next month! With Kaitlyn & AidenOn todays episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast we have Kaitlyn and Aiden who are about to tie the knot next month. These guys have absolutely nailed the wedding planning process and also have enjoyed the journey of being engaged. Tune in and listen to some of the golden nuggets Kaitlyn and Aiden share in this episode! Are you planning your wedding & looking for some essentials for your day? Essentials like robes or eco-confetti or maybe you need some umbrellas. The Whole Bride is the perfect one stop shop & go to for your w...2023-06-071h 01Ambience - The Wedding Podcast034. 3 reasons to prioritise Cocktail HourOn this weeks episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast Matt & Tim talk about 3 reasons to priorities cocktail hour on your wedding day. Typically we find this is one of the moments couples are most looking forward to, hanging out in the sunshine with their makes sipping on cocktails after they just got married. Sounds pretty damn nice doesnt it? We know there is alot happening at a wedding, there is alot you need to get done before your reception starts. Although as always we want to make sure we give hints, tips & knowledge on how it i...2023-06-0129 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast033. Vendors Chats with Nathan Cassar - Master of CeremoniesOn todays episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, we have Nathan Cassar - Master of Ceremonies with us. Nathan is a professional Master of Ceremonies and he has so much experience in not only the wedding industry but also the a huge amount of experience entertaining on cruise ships. You can really see this experience come to life when he has the microphone at a wedding. We talk through how he approaches the day & what a difference it can make to your day by having a professional MC at your wedding. You can find out...2023-05-2455 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast032. Why Make it Epic?For this weeks episode Tim & Matt just have a general chat about why Make it Epic is what it is today! We talk about our new branding which we got done by the legend Brenna from Summer Land Studios. If you haven’t checked it out yet make sure you jump onto our instagram page to do so! As always we would love it if you left us a review wherever you are listening to this podcast, this keeps us going and helps us to deliver new & trending topics that will make your wedding epic. Fol...2023-05-1732 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast031. Vendor Chats with Rick Liston - Wedding Workflows Part 2.On todays episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, we have part 2 with Rick Liston who is gracing us with his presence. Rick is a successful photographer and automation guru who also runs Wedding Workflows - a business dedicated to helping burnt-out wedding professionals. In this 2 part series, we dive into why its important to treasure your time and energy by setting up systems and processes within your business so you can do more of the things you love. Hang on to your seats with this one! The golden nuggets were plentiful! You can find out...2023-05-1145 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast030. Vendor Chats with Rick Liston - Wedding Workflows Part 1. On todays episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, we have Rick Liston gracing us with his presence. Rick is a successful photographer and automation guru who also runs Wedding Workflows - a business dedicated to helping burnt-out wedding professionals. In this 2 part series, we dive into why its important to treasure your time and energy by setting up systems and processes within your business so you can do more of the things you love. Hang on to your seats with this one! The golden nuggets were plentiful! You can find out more about Rick & Wedding...2023-05-0342 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast029. Vendor Chats With The Colourful CelebrantWelcome to today's episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast! We have a very special guest joining us - the one and only "human flamingo", "big dawg", and "Colourful Celebrant" - Brad. We'll be exploring Brad's unique approach to being a celebrant, delving into his background and how he became a celebrant. You'll discover what sets Brad apart from the rest, and he'll be sharing some valuable nuggets of wisdom and advice for couples who are currently on the lookout for their own perfect celebrant. Get ready for an insightful and inspiring conversation - enjoy! You...2023-04-2742 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast028. Vendor Chats with Two Wild Hearts Co.On todays episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, we chatted to Emily from Two Wild Heart’s Co. A Florist & Stylist from the South Coast of New South Wales. We dive into the way that Two Wild Heart’s bring your ideas to life & make your day as epic as possible. We talk about venues & how DIY vs All Exclusive venues are different from a Styling & Floral point of view. We also chat about Styling Sessions at the Two Wild Hearts HQ and how these sessions really elevate your experience in the lead up to your wedding. 2023-04-2051 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast027. 5 considerations when transitioning from ceremony to receptionWelcome back to the Wedding Podcast! Today we're discussing one of the most exciting parts of a wedding day: transitioning from the ceremony to the reception. This can be a tricky time to navigate, but fear not! We've got you covered with five key considerations to keep in mind. First up is timing. It's important to have a clear plan for how long the ceremony will take and how much time you'll need for photographs. Make sure to communicate this to your wedding party and guests so everyone knows what to expect. Consider having some light refreshments...2023-04-1233 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast026. What to consider for your winter wedding.On todays episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, we chat about winter weddings! Personally we love winter weddings! There are a few things you need to consider when it comes to winter weddings & what time it gets dark! We chat about Timelines for winter weddings and how important they are when you are planning your winter wedding. Follow The Make it Epic Wedding Podcast on Instagram to keep up to date with new episodes, real wedding chats and plenty of hot tips for you creatives! Make it Epic Instagram - www.instagram.com...2023-04-0531 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast025. How to bring intimacy into your wedding day... from two blokes. On todays episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, it might be a strange one coming from two blokes but Tim and Matt discuss how to bring intimacy into your wedding day. Dropping some golden nuggets as always, we dive into some ways you can incorporate intimacy for every wedding and why adapting to each couple and the environment is important to raising the standard when it comes to telling a couples story. Follow The Make it Epic Wedding Podcast on Instagram to keep up to date with new episodes, real wedding chats and plenty of...2023-03-3040 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast024. Vendor Chats with Tay PlainIn this special episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt bring on one of the best musicians out there, Mr Tay Plain who is an absolute legend with the voice of an angel. We dive into how Tay became a musician and the things that motivate and drive Tay to being such a well sought after musician, dj and band for their wedding. Check out Tay Plain Music here: TAY PLAIN MUSIC Follow The Make it Epic Wedding Podcast on Instagram to keep up to date with new episodes, re...2023-03-2352 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast023. Say goodbye to awkward momentsOn todays episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt discuss how to say goodbye to awkward moments on your wedding day, and as a wedding vendor what we can do to make sure your couples feel at ease and comfortable as possible. It’s a long episode this one - perhaps too long?! Hopefully provides value for you nonetheless! Enjoy Follow The Make it Epic Wedding Podcast on Instagram to keep up to date with new episodes, real wedding chats and plenty of hot tips for you creatives! Make it Epic In...2023-03-1658 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast022. Catching UpIn this episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt catch up after a few weeks off. Lot’s happening in our worlds - Matt welcomes his first child earthside, little Oliver! Tim chat’s about his experience at the lonely hearts film camp! Bit of a different approach to this episode but hope it provides no less value! Follow The Make it Epic Wedding Podcast on Instagram to keep up to date with new episodes, real wedding chats and plenty of hot tips for you creatives! Make it Epic Instagram - www.i...2023-03-0844 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast021. Vendor Chats with Hire a BridesmaidIn this special episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt have one of the best Wedding Planners in the industry on the podcast. Kerstyn Walsh from Hire a Bridesmaid. We chat all things about Planning your wedding, the role of a Wedding Planner, Kerstyn & her team’s approach to your day and we also chat about the difference between a wedding planner, on day coordinator & a stylist + a whole lot of golden nuggets. See more about Hire A Bridesmaid & what they do here - https://www.hireabridesmaid.com.au/ 2023-03-0155 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast020. 7 wedding traditions you DON'T need to follow In this episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt discuss 7 wedding traditions you definitely don't need to follow - some have lost their charm, become outdates and others have stemmed from the middle ages which we just incorporate them because it's what we've known. We hope this episode helps give you the confidence to make decisions that's aligned with you and your partners vision and values. If you'd like to check out the blog, see it here: https://www.abovebelow.com.au/wedding-films/7weddingtraditionsyoudontneedtofollow Follow The Make it Epic Wed...2023-02-2243 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast019. 3 months to go! What do I do?On today's episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt have a casual chat about expectations 3 months out from a wedding and what in our opinion it should look like. Planning a wedding ain't an easy thing to do, but nothing causes stress and anxiety like leaving things to the last minute. So couples and vendors alike, listen in and hopefully you take some golden nuggets out from this! Follow The Make it Epic Wedding Podcast on Instagram to keep up to date with new episodes, real wedding chats and plenty of hot tips...2023-02-1537 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast018. Venue Chats with The Lodge JamberooIn this episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim is flying solo and chatting with Gillian who is the operations Manager of the newest venue on the NSW South Coast! The owners of the Lodge also operate and run The Cove and The Woods Farm - two of the best venues on the coast, so it makes sense to pick Gillians brain on the differences between each venue, package inclusions and all the details you need to make an informed decision when it comes to choosing the right venue for you. We chat about our favourite ways...2023-02-0827 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast017 - Unpacking all things venuesIn this episode of the Make it Epic podcast we talk all things Venues! Its a hot topic especially at this time of year. There are so many things to conisder when it comes to finding the PERFECT venue. Today Tim & Matt unpack some of the things that you do need to considering when looking for the venue of your dreams. It could be something as simple as how many guests does it hold, does it have accomidation on site? Does it have a wet weather option for you. Or it could be the nitty grity of how long...2023-02-0148 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast016. We're back baby!!We're back baby!! 2023, is well & truely here. We have been busy planning to bring some big things this year so stay tuned to see what we have install for you all. In this episode of the Make It Epic Podcast Tim and Matt chat about 2023, what this year looks like for us! We know that this time of year is "engagement season" with so many people getting engaged over Christmas & New Years we know that you are all starting to plan your wedding. So we give some hints and tips around what to do once you get engaged. 2023-01-2629 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast015. 2022 Wrap Up!Episode 15!! We made it to the end of 2022, it has been an absolutely insane year. This year has been rewarding in so many ways. We started this podcast to help bring value to your day but also to help other vendors think about how they can help prove the wedding industry as a whole! Today's episode we actually smash out a quick podcast while Tim & Matt are standing next to each other for a change! Before shooting a wedding we do a real quick wrap up & we also talk about what next year could look like for...2022-12-1414 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast014- Grace Roby HairAre you a bride-to-be who is looking for the perfect bridal hair look for your special day? Hair is such an important part of the day & can really make or break your wedding! On this episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast we chat with one of the pros in the industry, Grace from Grace Roby Hair ! With a wealth of experience in the Bridal Hair industry, Grace has perfected her craft and created some stunning styles that are sure to make you look your absolute best on your wedding day. We talk about pre wedding routine, the...2022-12-0750 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast013. Real Wedding - Vetty & BlakeTim is flying solo in this episode with Vetty and Blake, a rad couple who had the most epic wedding in Mudgee earlier this year! Vetty and Blake discuss their original plans of a NZ wedding but due to the dreaded Covid, decided to plan a Mudgee wedding in 10 weeks! Yes that's right, 10 weeks! We discuss how Vetty and Blake made their wedding experience so bloody amazing from the venue, vendors they chose and even dive into what Vetty and Blake opinions were about wedding videography before and after the wedding. Not one to miss!2022-11-3033 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast012. Q&A with Tim & MattIn this episode of the Make It Epic Podcast Tim and Matt answer your questions! We sent out a poll on instagram and discuss the responses we received. The theme of our questions received were really around making your wedding day stress free and how to make sure there is enough time in your day to keep things fun and not so rushed! 2022-11-2339 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast011 - Real Wedding - Meg & Adrian In this episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt bring on Meg, who was one of our past brides. Meg & Adrian had one of the most epic & wild intimate weddings with their closes 20 friends and family. We discuss their wedding planning process, the reasoning behind their decisions to do the smaller elopement and why they choose the venue and vendors for their epic wedding. This day was so epic, it even made the pages of Hello May Magazine. If you want to see more of this epic mirco wedding check out the blog...2022-11-1644 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast010. 5 ways to make your elopement epicIn todays episode, Tim and Matt discuss 5 ways to make your elopement EPIC! Having filmed and photographed a few elopements in our time, we believe this podcast is a must listen for those planning an elopement or micro wedding. We also briefly discuss the difference in our opinion between a micro wedding & an elopement. We want to make sure that your elopement is done the right way - your way. 2022-11-0934 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast009. Real Wedding - Emily & ZacIn this episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt bring on their first couple as a guest! Emily and Zac, who we had the pleasure of capturing their wedding back in February of 2022. You might of seen this wedding on the Hello May socials and for good reason, it was epic! We discuss their wedding planning process, the reasoning behind their decisions and why they choose the venue and vendors for their amazing wedding.2022-11-0239 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast008. Married by AdamIn this special episode of the Make it epic Wedding podcast, Tim and Matt have their first guest on the podcast. Mr Adam Seeney from @marriedbyadam. We chat all things about your wedding ceremony, the role of a celebrant, Adam's approach to your day and why he one of the best wedding celebrants and MC's who offer a full personalised service. If you want to see more of what Adam does make sure you check him out on his socials @marriedbyadam or www.marriedbyadam.com If you love what we are doing with the Make...2022-10-2654 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast007. Freshly engaged... Now what?Tim and Matt dive into the wild world of planning a wedding once your engaged. We get it, it's overwhelm city. Emotions are high, excitement is real and you're ready to dive into becoming a married couple! In this episode we discuss what happens once you've said yes to the ring and provide some hot tips on how to start planning your wedding and how to enjoy the process. We touch base on what reverse bookings are and how this can help you lock in your dream team! We would absolutely love to hear from y...2022-10-2036 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast006. 7 Tools you need as a creative business ownerIn this episode, Tim and Matt discuss 7 essential tools you need in order to run your business smoothly. With these tools, you will be able to take your creative business to the next level! We guarantee it! These exact tools have helped us in our business and we hope they help you in yours. Tune in and pick our brains on how we operate our businesses productively and efficiently!2022-10-1250 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast005. 5 Ways to make your wedding day epic!In episode 5, Tim and Matt chat about 5 ways to make your wedding day epic. From getting clear on your negotiables and non-negotiables, how having the right attitude is key and being comfortable in what you do and wear, We discuss the role of music on your wedding day as well as making sure your wedding day organisation is on point! Follow our instagram to stay up to date with our latest info. @makeitepic.podcast To find out more about Matt Ashton (@mattashton_photo) & Tim Blacketer (@abovebelow.visuals) feel free to follow us and see what...2022-10-0540 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast004. Q&AIn this episode of the Make it Epic Wedding Podcast, Tim and Matt turn to the audience and give them free reign in asking us any question they want! Tune in and listen to this Q&A episode as we tackle your questions!2022-09-2841 minAmbience - The Wedding Podcast003. Enquiry questions answered!In episode 3 of the Make it Epic Podcast, Tim and Matt discuss our most commonly asked questions when couples first enquire with us for photography and videography. We dive deep into our approach and how we focus on providing a high quality client experience to ensure every couple is a raving fan! We discuss our approach for the portrait session and how we make even the most camera shy couples really come out of their shell. A few laughs, plenty of banter and some interesting stories, enjoy!2022-09-2231 min
Ambience - The Wedding Podcast002. Photo & Video optionsIn episode 2, Tim and Matt chat wedding photography and videography packages and the multitude of options that are available when it comes to booking your wedding dream team. From complete in house production company's to solo one man/woman band businesses, we lift the lid on the the options available to you when booking your photographer and videographer. We discuss what our own packages look like and how they can be customised to suit each couples needs. Arming you with the know-how so you can make an informed decision!2022-09-1431 min
Ambience - The Wedding Podcast001 No turning back now...Our very first episode of the make it epic wedding podcast. We're your hosts Tim and Matt, tune in as we unpack all things weddings, photography, videography and succeeding as a creative entrepreneur. 2022-08-3019 min