Get ready to be inspired! This episode features Lauren DelVecchio, a lighting wizard and award-winning photographer. Based in Maine, Lauren is a PPA Master Craftsman, and Master of Wedding Photography.
She’s a five-time Maine Wedding Photographer of the Year, a two-time Team USA rep in the World Photographic Cup, and even placed 6th in the world for one of her fine art portraits—no big deal… okay, actually, huge deal!
As a MagMod Elite Ambassador, Lauren knows how to light up any scene—literally. Whether she’s shooting weddings, seniors, fine art, or boudoir, her off-camera lighting techniques set her apart and bring creativity and control to every shot.
In this amazing conversation, we talk about…
How she got started in photography
The magic of off-camera lighting and how it makes her work stand out
Juggling multiple photography specialties
Why she enters competitions and how it benefits her business
Lauren is offering 5% off all MagMod products with code LADPHOTOGRAPHY. Don’t miss out!
I’m beyond excited to have Shawn Black on The Profitable Photographer. Shawn is a powerhouse in the world of boudoir photography. He is based in Boston, Massachusetts, and is an international award-winning photographer, educator, and president of AIBP (Association of International Boudoir Photographers)
His mantra? #BeBoldBeSexyBeYou—with an emphasis on being unapologetically yourself.
In this episode, we dive into:
• Shawn’s “why” for creating empowering boudoir experiences.
• How his colorblindness influences his signature bold, contrasty lighting style
• The evolution of boudoir photography into a more inclusive art form.
• The importance of mentorship, learning, and community for photographers.
• His tips on posing—making clients look (and feel) like superstars.
• The journey from a high-powered career to weddings, and finally, his true passion: boudoir.
His journey is as inspiring as his work, offering valuable insights for photographers who want to create art that uplifts and empowers.
And hey, there’s a freebie! Get 1 free month on new yearly AIBP memberships as a listener gift. Get in touch with Shawn:
“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 wedding photographers in the world, Jerry Ghionis’ theatrical and iconic images have redefined modern wedding photography. He is a proud Nikon ambassador and was the first Australian named in Top Ten Wedding Photographers in the World by American Photo magazine. In 2011, Jerry was also named by PDN magazine as one of the top photography workshop instructors in the world. IS THAT IT?! Wow wow WOW.
Listen as Jerry blows my mind with topics like:
How our photography changes “the truth”
Having fun with lighting
The importance of reinventing yourself
Creating a routine in your photography business
Process > Results always always always
There is so much to be learned in this gold-mine of an episode and I’m so grateful to Jerry for letting me pick his brain for an hour. What a treat.
This episode is one of the most listened to in 2021 so I decided to do an encore as this week’s episode. Enjoy and thanks Ron for such helpful info!
I’m joined by ProSelect Guru Ron Nichols this week. He has mastered the art of sales and has some great advice to help others do the same.
Ron Nichols has excelled at In-person sales long before the term IPS was coined. Since graduating from college with an art degree, Ron has owned a studio where he perfected studio sales from both the psychological and technical aspects. He has worked closely with many software companies in creating applications that optimize sales efficiency while capitalizing on emotion and enabling back-end workflows.
Ron has worked for many of the country’s top image-makers in developing sales processes and workflow schemes to increase studio profitability. His work now is exclusive as CEO of Pro Studio Software, Inc, since the acquisition of ProSelect. Ron’s photographic work and industry service have garnered awards from around the world. He has taught throughout the globe and is a PPA International Juror, Jury Chairman, and past PPA President. He is a member of the elite group, the Society of XXV.
Ron has some great tips about in-person sales and workflow, making this an episode you won’t want to miss.
You won’t want to miss:
All about his workflow.
The red flags you need to be on the lookout for.
His top sales tips.
What it’s like to be a CEO.
Ron’s knowledge is top-of-the-line. Be sure to tune it!
This solo episode with me, Luci Dumas, was inspired by a visit to an art museum in Indianapolis. There was an exhibit called “Portraiture and Identity”, celebrating the history of portraiture since the beginning of time.
I was moved to tears realizing that my/our profession has been a part of something so big and valuable. So important both in history, art, and to people personally.
I felt so much pride being a part of this legacy!
I felt humble knowing I was following in the footsteps of the world’s greatest painters, photographers, and sculptors!
And I felt so grateful to have been creating photographic art of people for over 41 years, as well as teaching and mentoring others in this profession, and producing objects that are treasures for so many people!
During this one-way conversation (from me to you) I…
explore the rich tradition of portrait artists throughout history and how contemporary portrait photographers continue to be an integral part of this legacy…how modern portrait photographers are heirs to this long-standing tradition and draw inspiration from the masters who came before them.
talk about 6 reasons why portraits are valuable
and attempt to convey and celebrate the medium and our place in it as photographers.
After recording this episode, I thought of about a zillion other things I might have mentioned on this topic because it is such a big subject. But my main goal is just to connect the dots from the first humans to create a likeness of a person to today, and how photographers are just as important as any portrait artist using a variety of mediums. And to celebrate our contributions to the world!
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.
