Unveiled Interviews

Workshops, content days, styled shoots – they come by many names, have many purposes, and run with many reputations, but not matter what you call them or how you see them, there is no doubt that these curated experiences have made tremendous impact for so many businesses in the wedding industry. From using them for content to their powerful networking opportunities, styled shoots and workshops have certainly earned their place as a powerful strategy to grow one's business.But what exactly makes for a successful styled shoot/workshop? As a host, what elements should we consider to create an incredible experience for the attendees and leave with glowing reviews? As an attendee, how do we know which experience is actually going to move the needle forward in our business and create lasting impact? With me for this conversation, I invited wokshop-host-extraordinaire, Nicola Dixon, a destination wedding photographer based in Mallorca Spain. Nicola has been hosting styled shoots and workshops of all shapes and sizes for over ten years and in the process, has learned almost everything there is to know about hosting and attending. In our conversation, she shares her experiences, lessons learned, and the inside scoop on what it actually looks like to host one of these.At the end of our conversation, Nicola even shares some incredible opportunites she is offering for October of this year – one of which I am personally attending myself!Nicola's website: https://nicoladixonphotography.com/Nicola's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/editorialsbynicoladixon/Mallorca Workshop with Jesse Tombs: https://nicoladixonphotography.com/mallorca

Considering that the wedding industry is largely composed of female entrepreneurs, it's surprising there isn’t a stronger dialogue in this space  concerning the realities of operating a creative business as a mother. Becoming a mother changes you in so many ways – physically, mentally, and spiritually – and comes with endless unknowns. With all of these shifts, how does one find a sense of work-life balance? How can women prepare their businesses for pregnancy, then again in post-partum, then create a sense of balance (and abundance) through the following seasons? As entrepreneurs, how can we be present with our child while also seeking growth and fulfillment in our businesses?Wanting to have this conversation with a fellow mother, I invited along Olivia Rae James, a destination wedding photographer living in Charleston, South Carolina. In our conversation, Olivia shares her invaluable perspectives on experiencing growth as both a mother and a business owner, from family planning and navigating the transitions of pregnancy to managing the ongoing changes throughout parenthood.Website: https://oliviaraejames.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/oliviaraejameswed

Navigating the complexities of wedding planning can be a challenge, especially when it comes to balancing dreams with practical realities. The abundance of inspirational examples can sometimes lead to unrealistic expectations for newly engaged couples, who may be unaware of the resources and effort required to bring their visions to life. In an effort to alleviate these challenges, I invited Barbi Walters of The Lynden Co, an event production team who specializes in fully-custom build outs. During our conversation, Barbi and I demystify the logistics and costs behind so many of the wish list items for the modern couple, and shed light on the many reasons weddings have become as big (and expensive) as they are today.Website: https://lyndenlane.com/Instagram: www.instagram.com/lyndenlane

In a world saturated with endless inspiration, how does one even begin to approach designing one of the most important events in a person's life – their wedding day?In this episode, I'm joined by Augusta Cole, one of the top event designers and producers in the wedding industry. Augusta’s work is widely recognized for its classic and inviting style, yet each event holds a unique character of its own.In our conversation, Augusta shares insights into how she uncovers the true goals and priorities of each client, and how these elements combine to shape the logistical, technical, and atmospheric stories of their unique celebration.Website: www.augustacole.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/augustacole

Samm Blake is a renowned New York-based wedding photographer who scaled her business into the high-end market with distinct style. She shares her transition from photojournalism and the pandemic's impact on wedding trends. Samm dives into the significance of branding, curating authentic galleries, and mastering the art of teamwork in photography. Listen as she reveals how quality over quantity defines successful wedding photography, balancing personal vision with industry expectations.

Like “documentary” photography, "editorial" is definitely a buzzword right now, but how many people know what this term actually means in terms of in-person process and approach on a wedding day? Do couples understand what will be expected of them in order to achieve an "editorial" style? Do photographers that use this term in their branding understand what could be expected of them in terms of their approach, experience, or philosophies? In this episode, wedding and editorial photographer Madison Aycoth demystifies these two terms and explains how although they may appear different in style, they can actually be quite similar in approach and play very well together on a wedding day.Website: www.madisonaycoth.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/madisonaycoth

It’s easy enough to start a business in the wedding industry and start calling yourself a professional artist, but what is it that makes your art different and unique? What sets your work apart from the sea of wedding professionals  out there and what does it take to achieve a truly distinguishable style?In this episode, we speak with NYC-based wedding photographer, Camille Delaune, where we discuss her journey in discovering her confidence and solidifying her place in the world of wedding photography.Website: www.camilledelaune.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/camilledelauneweddings

In this episode, we interview Lisa Ashley, founder and curator at The Wedding Artists Co, a company that represents a selective group of photographers and videographers in the wedding industry. Lisa’s role is pretty unique but one that (we believe) is up-and-coming and soon will completely transform the landscape of the wedding industry as we know it.Website: www.theweddingartistsco.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/theweddingartistsco

When looking at photos of a wedding online, it’s easy to imagine the execution of that wedding being as effortless and romantic as the images portray… but to the surprise of many, the reality is not so simple. Like cogs in a clock, the success of any wedding can be determined by the harmony of the professional team; when everyone has a similar vibrancy and end-goals in mind, that’s when true magic can be made.With me in this episode is Jesse Tombs, founder and lead creative director of the eponymous event production company based in the Bay Area of California. In our conversation, Jesse explains his why and how behind building these strong and symbiotic team​s, and explains the differing benefits between long-term creative partnerships versus welcoming in someone new.Website: www.jessetombs.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jessetombs

Society loves to brand weddings as the “best day of someone’s life” but in reality, there is a ton of stress felt by so many during the planning process and sadly it's not openly talked about enough.  To help shed some light on the topic of stress, we invited Dr. Olivia Muzones to the podcast, a practitioner of holistic chiropractic kinesiology based in California. During this conversation, Olivia addresses many of the ways stress can manifest physically, emotionally, and spiritually and shares some things couples can do to hopefully keep the planning process as fun and beautiful as it deserves to be. You can follow Olivia and her work on instagram at @droliviamuzones.