168: Emily Lee – Mobile-Friendly Website Design for Photographers and Creatives
Aug 30, 2022 | Podcast | 0 Comments
Wowing with your Website! Today we are talking to Emily Lee about amping your website to the next level! Emily Jane Lee is the owner of the website design business “By Emily Jane”, where she specializes in creating custom Squarespace sites for wedding professionals and creative service...
167: George Allen and Luci Honor Past Mentors and Share Stories and What They Learned
Aug 23, 2022 | Podcast | 0 Comments
“I have maintained self-employment and a studio for 40+ years and I always seek opportunities that will improve my craft. Mentoring in my life has been priceless.” ‘Tis better to give than to receive on this episode of The Profitable Photographer Episode! Yup! Today my guest George Allan and I...
166: Luci Dumas – Start Your Photography Business Right
Aug 16, 2022 | Podcast | 0 Comments
Are you considering starting your own photography business? THEN THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU, my friend! I AM BREAKING IT DOWN in this episode of The Profitable Photographer Podcast. Maybe you know a little bit about starting a business and just need me to fill in the holes, or maybe you don’t...
165: Amy Pazur and Luci discuss – Being a Giver to Your Photography Clients and Receiving Much More
Aug 9, 2022 | Podcast | 0 Comments
“I would love people to value themselves. Not just in terms of charging enough for what they do, but to also have that reciprocal relationship with people. You’ll go far with those two things.” Babies of the world cry out with joy, award-winning Newborn & Milestone Photographer Amy Pazur is...
164: Jason Marino = Photographer’s Journey with ADHD plus Transitioning from Weddings to Portraits
Aug 2, 2022 | Podcast | 0 Comments
“If anyone is like me and has dealt with ADHD for a long time and just can’t seem to figure it out. I really encourage people to get the help you need and watch your life change.” On this episode of The Profitable Photographer Podcast, I have guest Jason Marino sharing his ideas about creating an...
163: Courtney Ranck-Copher – Why Selling Wall Art is a Gift to our Portrait Clients
Jul 26, 2022 | Podcast | 0 Comments
“[When kids see portraits] on the wall they feel that they’re loved and like they have a place in the family.” On this episode of The Profitable Photographer Podcast, Master Photographer and Photography Business Coach, Luci Dumas is joined by award-winning photographer, Courtney Ranck-Copher!...
162: Luci Dumas- Photo Business Success Secrets for Bridal, Pet and Other Events
Jul 19, 2022 | Podcast | 0 Comments
This weeks episode is "all Luci, all the time”…hahaha. That’s right, I am sharing all of my "dos and don’t" for participating in Expos, art shows, and other events where you can have a booth and attract your ideal clients, and make some great money from the contacts. I share lots of details about…...
161: Ibarionex Perello – Street Photography and the Power of Light
Jul 13, 2022 | Podcast | 0 Comments
“You want people coming to you because they like the way you see... You have to find a way of seeing and working that is uniquely you. And that’s what you market.” This week Master Photographer Luci Dumas is joined by street photography extraordinaire and lighting expert Ibarionex Perello! ...
160: Jerry Ghionis – Master of Light, Creativity, and Inspiration
Jul 5, 2022 | Podcast | 0 Comments
“What is the truth?...Just by changing the perspective, angle, choice, and compression…the way you crop, you will tell a different truth.” MAJOR INTERVIEW ALERT! Today we have THE ICONIC, world-renowned, one of the best in the biz, Jerry Ghionis! Widely regarded as one of the top five...
159: Bernie Griffiths and the Secrets to Million Dollar Studio Success
Jun 28, 2022 | Podcast | 0 Comments
Do you want to make A MILLION DOLLARS?! 💰💰💰 My guest this week, Bernie Griffiths is going to tell you how! 🤩 With 40+ years experience in the biz, Bernie is a 📷 Studio Owner 📷 Photography Speaker 📷 Business Coach 📷 & Author of 2 books available now on Amazon, Success Secrets of a Professional...
Welcome to the Profitable Photographer Podcast with Luci Dumas!
Why I think you’ll want to tune in every week!
In the photography business as a wedding and children’s portrait specialist, for four decades, I’ve accumulated a wealth of knowledge, connections, and inspiration that I’m eager to share with you. Friends encouraged me to have a show, saying that I have a unique voice as a woman in this industry for so many years. So I said yes to photographers like you who want to achieve success, profitability, and inspiration.
1-Amazing Guests. I have an incredible network of wonderful photographers and teachers that I have the privilege of knowing personally or discovering through my continuing involvement in our industry. And as a teacher at heart, I am always excited to share my own thoughts and new information I discover.
2-Selling is my Superpower. I am a huge advocate for “In Person Sales” for portrait and wedding photographers, so you will hear frequent discussions about how to sell multiple wall portraits and albums to every client.
3-Actionable steps. Through engaging and fun conversation, we dive deep into their (and my) knowledge and insights to bring you actionable steps you can implement in your own photography business. It’s like having a chat with a trusted friend who genuinely care about your growth and success.
4-Fun Conversations. My style is to have a fun and warm interview with my guests and pull out gems you will enjoy and learn from.
5-Personal Growth. I am a big believer in positive thinking, power of attraction, and a success mindset that helps us in every aspect of our lives. I love to share my perspective and tools to enhance your inner journey to success.
My mission is to uplift and support photographers like you.
So, join me on The Profitable Photographer, and let’s embark on a journey of success, profitability, and inspiration together. It’s time to turn your photography and passion into a thriving and fulfilling business.
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Do you have a dream?
A big, exciting and maybe a little scary dream to have a successful, profitable and creative photography business doing exactly what you love for wonderful, grateful clients? Or do you want to bring your business to the next level of fun and profit.? If so, then this Podcast is for you.
For over 36 years, I have made a great living as portrait and wedding business, Luci Dumas Fine Photography, with no other source of income. No rich husband or lottery winnings, through the ups and downs of the industry and economy.
Now as a business coach with Insight Training for Photographers, I love love love to support photographers who want to do the same. This podcast is full of practical business info, and insights gained from my years in business, plus interviews with amazing people. My desire is to help you along on your joyful journey to success, however that looks to you.
Feel free to connect with me at www.lucidumascoaching.com or email luci@lucidumas.com to learn about my business and training options.
Articles
- 288: Scott Wyden Kivowitz: Surprise Proposal Photography and Workflow Tools
- 287: Denise Watrous: “Have Camera, Will Travel” Portrait Photography
- 286: Maria Arellano: Unveiling True Beauty with Goddess Portraits
- 285: Luci Dumas: The Psychology of Motivation
- 284: Kelly Warkentin: Virtual In-Person Sales and Work-Life Harmony
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Contact Information
Phone Number: 619.233.9390
Email: Luci@LuciDumas.com
Portrait Website: www.LuciDumas.com
Podcast Website: TheProfitablePhotographerPodcast.com