Annemie Tonken: Photographer, Educator, and Podcaster
Apr 26, 2024
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Professional photographer turned educator and speaker, Annemie Tonken, shares insights on creativity in different parenting seasons, turning creativity into income, and staying inspired. She discusses the importance of self-care, establishing systems, and the transformative power of photography. The podcast also explores nuanced photo sharing, online vulnerability, and the balance between personal growth and running a photography business.
Engage in daily photography to deepen human connection.
Balance business and creativity by managing transitions with flexibility.
Deep dives
Photography as a Window to Humanity
Photography offers a unique way to process the world and delve into our shared humanity. By engaging in the daily practice of taking photos, individuals can tap into the profound depths of human connection.
Balancing Business and Creativity
Guest An A.M. Tonkin discusses the delicate balance between running a business and nurturing one's creativity. This insightful conversation delves into the seasons of transition that creatives experience, emphasizing the importance of managing these transitions with flexibility and vulnerability.
The Impermanence of Creativity and Business
Reflecting on a past conversation, the episode contemplates the impermanence of creativity, business pursuits, and personal calling. It highlights the enduring relevance of discussions around managing creativity and business endeavors amidst change and evolution.
Embracing Change and Transition
The podcast encourages listeners to embrace change and transition in their creative journeys. By acknowledging the fluidity of artistic pursuits and personal growth, individuals can navigate uncertainty with resilience and openness to new possibilities.
On this week's episode, Kristyn is joined by Annemie Tonken! Annemie has been a professional photographer since 2010, and is now a respected educator and speaker focused on business systems and strategies that help creative entrepreneurs run profitable, sustainable businesses that they love. She's also the host of This Can't Be That Hard, a top-rated weekly business podcast for photographers; the creator of the Simple Sales System, which is used by thousands of photographers worldwide to create in-person sales-level income and service in an automated, workflow-friendly way; and she’s the Co-Founder of The Family Narrative conference.
In this episode, Annemie reflects on who she is as a creative being within the various seasons of parenting, how to navigate turning creativity into an income, and how she refills/refuels her creative cup when she's feeling uninspired.