Motherhood Anthology: Photography Education for a Business You Love

Latest Episodes:

BONUS REPLAY: Diversifying Income Streams with Brand Photography May 20, 2025

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Between unexpected world events like the global pandemic as well as natural ebbs and flows of the changing seasons, consistent income can be a consistent obstacle for those of us running photography businesses. Today's guest, Corry Frazier, is a photographer and coach helping other photographers with brand photography. Brand photography can be a great addition to a motherhood photography business.

Connect with Corry:

⁠https://corryfrazierphotography.com/⁠

⁠https://www.instagram.com/corryfrazierphotography/

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Site: ⁠⁠https://kimbox.com ⁠⁠

IG ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ki

BONUS REPLAY: Run Your Photography Business Like a CEO with Ashley Freehan May 13, 2025

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Many of us are accidental photography business owners... but what would be different if we ran our businesses like CEOs? This week's guest, Ashley Freehan, is a brand photographer and business coach for mom photographers. Today, she's sharing some of her best tips for getting organized, balancing your work and life priorities, managing different organizational personalities with your significant other, and so much more.

Connect with Ashley:

⁠https://thepurposegathering.com/⁠

⁠https://www.instagram.com/thepurposegathering/

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Connect with Kim:

Site: ⁠https://kimbox.com ⁠

IG ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

BONUS REPLAY: Living & Working Intentionally featuring Alex of Love Daphne Mae May 06, 2025

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We spend so much time talking about how to make more money, do more, and hustle. In today's episode, Kim is joined by Alex Smith to talk about slowing down and romanticizing your life.

Connect with Alex:

⁠https://www.instagram.com/lovedaphnemae⁠

⁠https://lovedaphnemae.com/links/

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Connect with Kim:

Site: ⁠⁠https://kimbox.com ⁠⁠

IG ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

BONUS REPLAY: Incorporating Heirloom Photography & Scaling Your Business Apr 29, 2025

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In this week's episode, our guest is Anna Claire Collier, founder of Born & Raised Studio, a traveling children's heirloom portrait studio. We leave no stone unturned as we discuss exactly what a session looks like, all the way from session times to pricing and products. This episode is packed with helpful information for any of you who might be interested or slightly intrigued by the beautiful artwork that is heirloom photography.

Connect with Anna Claire Collier:

⁠https://www.bornandraisedstudio.com/⁠

⁠https://www.instagram.com/bornandraisedstudio/

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Website | Membership | Courses: ⁠www.themotherhoodanthology.com⁠

Free Community: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology ⁠

Our Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology⁠

Connect with Kim:

Site: ⁠https://kimbox.com ⁠

IG ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

BONUS REPLAY: Defining Enough featuring Shanna Skidmore Apr 22, 2025

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FLASHBACK: Over two episodes, Kim sat down with Shanna Skidmore to talk about defining enough. This week we're replaying part one, where Kim and Shanna talk about pricing, calculating your "enough number," burnout and taking rests, and understanding what it is we actually want when we set goals. Look back to episode 33 for the second half of this conversation!

Connect with Shanna:

https://shannaskidmore.com/

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Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 128 - From Pause to Profitability: Caroline Eidson's Photography Comeback with TMA Apr 15, 2025

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After taking a pause for four babies in five years, Caroline Eidson made the brave choice to relaunch her photography business, and she’s doing it with clarity, confidence, and direction. In this episode, Kim sits down with Caroline to talk about what it’s really like to start fresh, what helped her rebuild with purpose, and why the right support makes all the difference.

We talk about:

What it means to relaunch your business after a full pause
The mindset shifts that helped Caroline move forward
How she’s redefined her pricing, editing style, and workflow
The power of community and real-time mentorship through TMA

If you’re wondering whether it’s too late to start again, this conversation will offer just the encouragement you need.

Connect with Caroline:

https://carolineeidson.com/

https://themotherhoodanthology.com/photography-mentoring/

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Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com

Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology

Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology

Connect with Kim:

Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 127 - "Hello, Valerie? You're On Air!" - A Spontaneous Conversation with April's TMA Mentor Valerie Vaughan Apr 08, 2025

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In this episode, Kim debuts a new segment called “Surprise Dial,” where she checks in with Valerie Vaughan, a TMA mentor and mother of three, including a newborn. Valerie shares insights on balancing business and motherhood, emphasizing the importance of outsourcing and giving herself grace during this season. We're also teasing upcoming resources for TMA members, including email templates and a film photography guide designed to help photographers at all stages.

Connect with Valerie:

https://valeriecallan.com/

Connect with TMA:

Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com

Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology

Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology

Connect with Kim:

Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 126 - The Secrets to True Light & Airy Photography: Creating Consistent, Cohesive Galleries with Katie Lamb Mar 27, 2025

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In this episode, Katie Lamb returns to dive deep into the elements that create a true light and airy photography style. With 17 years of experience as a light and airy photographer, Katie breaks down the key components of this popular aesthetic and dispels common misconceptions.

Episode Highlights:

The three key elements that define light and airy photography: soft neutral tones, clean creamy skin tones, and soft shadows
How to choose client wardrobes that enhance the light and airy style
What to look for in locations: great light, the right types of trees, open sky, and appropriate grass height
The difference between clean light vs. muddy light and how to identify both
Why overexposing doesn't equal light and airy (and can actually ruin your images)
Tips for metering properly for skin tones using spot metering
How to position yourself and clients to create soft light even in harsh lighting conditions

Use code TMA at checkout for exclusive podcast listener discounts on Katie's master level courses at katielamb.com.

Connect with Katie:

https://www.katielamb.com/

Master the Light and Airy Style Course:

https://www.katielamb.com/a/2148058934/PH57zJNL

(Don't forget the coupon code TMA)

Connect with TMA:

Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com

Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology

Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology

Connect with Kim:

Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 125 - The Language of Luxury: How to Position Your Photography Business for High-Value Clients with Ashlyn Carter Mar 25, 2025

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In this episode, copywriting queen Ashlyn Carter joins Kim for a masterclass in marketing your photography business to high-value clients. From crafting magnetic website copy to confidently communicating your pricing, Ashlyn dives into the language that elevates your brand from "pretty pictures" to powerful positioning. If you want to attract luxury clients without selling your soul—or your soul-crushing sanity—this one’s for you.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

Why photographers *are* solving a problem (and need to market that way)
The confidence key to premium pricing
How to create messaging that does the selling for you
A copywriting formula to upgrade your website today
Why “I have a passion for photography” isn’t helping your brand
Sustainable marketing that doesn’t require you to post 24/7

✨ Bonus: Ashlyn’s take on whether the word “luxury” is still working—and what to say instead.

Connect with Ashlyn:

https://ashlynwrites.com/

Ashlyn's free Copy Kit Clinic - https://aw.ink/ma

Connect with TMA:

Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com

Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology

Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology

Connect with Kim:

Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox

Episode 124 - 5 Ways to Make Meaningful Connections and Lasting Impressions with Your Clients with Sara Bywaters-Baldwin Mar 11, 2025

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Sara Bywaters-Baldwin, TMA Group Expert and the owner of Willow Canvas, is taking over the TMA podcast this week to discuss how small business owners can create meaningful connections with clients by being genuine, attentive, and creative. Sara shares personal stories and insights about building relationships that go beyond transactional business interactions, emphasizing the importance of listening, remembering details, and showing authentic care for customers.

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Connect with TMA:

Website | Membership | Courses: www.themotherhoodanthology.com

Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themotherhoodanthology

Our Instagram: instagram.com/themotherhoodanthology

Connect with Kim:

Site: https://kimbox.com

IG https://www.instagram.com/kimbox