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The Photographer’s Podcast

If you’re looking for a supportive space to learn, grow and evolve as a photographer this podcast is for you! I’m Nicole Hill, your host, your peer AND your photography BFF.

As a fashion photographer, I’ve had my work in everything from magazine covers to campaigns around the world—And as an educator and creator of Horizon Found—I’ve helped thousands of women build photography businesses, gain confidence and find a joy they never thought was possible. They’ve transformed their lives through photography and I’m here to help you do the same.

Whether you’re a beginner photographer who just got their camera or an experienced professional looking for guidance to point you in the right direction, I’ve got you covered. My mission is to help you become the photographer you always dreamed of being, because I’m a firm believer that there’s enough room in this industry for every single one of us.

There are no secrets here! When you join me each week, you’ll learn through raw & real coaching, inspiration, guidance, strategies and actionable advice, to help you build the life of your dreams starting today. It’s time to let go of the stress, overwhelm and fear. Get ready to feel empowered, to laugh and to rethink everything you thought was possible, because you are capable of SO much more than you think.

Welcome to The Photographer’s Podcast!

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Latest Episodes:

56: *Student Success* How She Became a Full-Time Wedding Photographer in Under a Year With Claudia Melian Jul 19, 2023

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Today I brought someone very special onto the podcast, and I can't WAIT for you to get to know her! Meet Photographer's Path Alumni, Claudia Melian.

Claudia is an incredible wedding photographer, originally from the Canary Islands and currently living in Connecticut.

She is a true artist — her work is timeless, hypnotizing and never ceases to capture the attention of its viewers.

Shortly before joining The Photographer's Path, Claudia fell in love with photography but wasn't really sure where that path could take her. She didn't know what she wanted to do, she just knew she loved taking photos.

Well, within 4 months of joining TPP Claudia booked her first wedding, and within 1 year of signing up for our course she was officially a full-time wedding photographer (taking on her first wedding season all on her own)!

She created a snowball effect that totally transformed her life, and we're talking all about it in today's episode.

Claudia is a perfect example of what can happen when you take the leap and go after your dreams even when you're unsure of where it might take you.

In this episode, she talks about:

➡️ How DMing strangers to help build her portfolio led to booking her first couples shoot ...

➡️ Tips for staying calm and in the moment during stressful shoot environments ...

➡️ What inspires her to create images unique to her ...

➡️ Advice when shoots don't go as planned (insert wedding horror stories) ...

➡️ Advice for aspiring photographers, and so much more...

If you've been thinking about taking it to the next level with your photography but the fear has been holding you back, I hope you'll give this episode a listen.

It's time to see for yourself what's possible when you go after your dreams. BINGE Claudia's work here! https://www.instagram.com/claudia.photos/ https://www.claudia-photography.com/ SIGN UP FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST DOORS OPEN AUGUST 2023: https://www.horizonfound.com/path GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/ WHAT'S YOUR SECRET PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER? TAKE THE QUIZ! https://horizonfound.com/quiz

55: I Hosted a Photography Retreat in Maui and It Changed My Life! (Recap + Top 5 Lessons Learned) Jul 12, 2023

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We just got back from our very first photography retreat and I can honestly say, my life is changed for the better beause of it.

32 of our alumni from our online course, The Photographer's Path met in Maui to fully submerge ourselves into photography. We dove deep into lighting, posing, cameras, lenses and ALL the techy goodness. We were pretty much open books 24/7, sharing and exchanging knowledge, we learned together, grew together, supported each other, and this time we spent together is something I'll honestly never forget.

I watched every one of our students push outside their comfort zones and leave this retreat a different person.

And it all started with finding the courage to invest in an online photography course, become a part of a loving community, and believe in themselves and their capabilities.

Watching each of our students' grow has been the most incredible gift.

And on today's podcast episode, I'm sharing it all with you! Listen in for:

A recap of our amazing week on Maui 🏝️
Why TPP alumni are so awesome 😏
The #1 thing all of our students have in common that has catapulted their growth 🚀
The 5 most important lessons I learned on this trip and how you can start applying them to your life today! 🧘

You're going to want to listen to this episode!

SIGN UP FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST DOORS OPEN AUGUST 2023: https://www.horizonfound.com/path

GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound

JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/

WHAT'S YOUR SECRET PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER? TAKE THE QUIZ! https://horizonfound.com/quiz

54: Photography Isnt Just a Hobby It's a Financially Rewarding Career Jul 05, 2023

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Lemme just paint the picture for ya.

You're sitting at the Thanksgiving dinner table, catching up on the year behind you and small-talking with your extended fam…

…and then your uncle (the one you see once a year — maybe) looks at you and says,

"Soooo, how's your little photography business going?!"

And, since it's THANKSGIVING, you can't make a scene (ugh), so you kindly say, "It's going really well actually."

To which he responds "You're still doing that huh?"

Can ya relate to that one? 🙃

Buttttt, here's the thing: uncle, what's his name, can calm it down — because the idea of ~starving artist syndrome~ and the assumption that creative people can't make money is the wrong one.

As photographers, we work in a multi-billion dollar industry — and to say there's limitless potential is almost selling us short.

In today's episode, we're talking ALL about this. When you listen, you'll learn things like:

My personal experiences with $$$ in photography
Stats on the POWER of photography in the world
TPP encouragement for you to take to your next Thanksgiving dinner (😉)

SIGN UP FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST DOORS OPEN AUGUST 2023: https://www.horizonfound.com/path

GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound

JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/

WHAT'S YOUR SECRET PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER? TAKE THE QUIZ! https://horizonfound.com/quiz

53: Listen to This if You Struggle to Make Time for Photography Jun 28, 2023

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"I have to wait until I get a nicer camera."

"I can't do it until the kids are older"

"I don't need to try something I'm not sure I can follow through on."

"I have way too many other priorities, this can wait."

"I don't have time."

How many times have you said at least one of the above about your dreams?

If you're like most photographers I know (and myself, trust me), it's been… at least once. Probablyyyyyyyyy more. 🙃

But what if I told you that, actually…

…you can start without the camera

…you can figure it out

…you can follow through on the things you want

…you can make yourself a priority

…you can always make time for dreams

Because you CAN. It just genuinely requires a little recalibration and focus.

A reminder that you're where you're supposed to be — and you have to take advantage of every second you have, while you have it.

In today's episode, we're talking allllll about time and how to make the most of it when it comes to following your dreams— because maybe today you need to realize how much time you really do have.

SIGN UP FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST DOORS OPEN AUGUST 2023: https://www.horizonfound.com/path

GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound

JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/

WHAT'S YOUR SECRET PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER? TAKE THE QUIZ! https://horizonfound.com/quiz

52: Listen to This if You've Ever Felt Like Giving up on Photography Jun 21, 2023

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I am OVERJOYED right now. Why?

Because TOMORROW we'll be hosting 32 of our incredible alumni from The Photographer's Path, in HAWAII (!!!!), for a 5 day private photography retreat.

The excitement I feel right now is unbelievable!! It's a DREAM COME TRUE.

But here's the thing, if you check us out on instagram, you're going to see all of us in Maui this week shooting, creating magic and having the times of our lives ... but the reality is building a photography business can be hard. And the path to get to moments like this aren't always easy.

In fact, there were MANY times during my journey that I've wanted to throw in the towel.

But because I never threw in that towel, I get to be here, sitting on a balcony, listening to the sound of the waves as I type this email. It's because I never gave up on this dream that I've been able to experience things I never thought possible.

And that's why I do what I do, why I created Horizon Found, why I created this episode for you.

To make sure that YOU never give up on those dreams of yours, either. So that YOU get to experience moments you'd never imagined for yourself. I will do everything in my power to help get you to where you dream of being.

So if you've been tempted to quit lately, please tune in to this episode. I made it just for you.

AND PS. If you want to see what we're up to during the retreat this week, make sure to tune in on Instagram! I've been posting ALL about it, I can't wait to share all the magic we create with you!

PPS. Wanna know more about our course, which was the first step in all of us being here in Maui together?! Meet, The Photographer's Path!

You can find out more information and sign up for the waitlist here! Doors reopen August 2nd: https://www.horizonfound.com/path

GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound

JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/

WHAT'S YOUR SECRET PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER? TAKE THE QUIZ! https://horizonfound.com/quiz

51: Your Photography Dreams Realized: Visualize, Plan, and Move Forward With Confidence Jun 14, 2023

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If I asked you what success really looked like to you, what would you say?

If I asked you what really mattered to you, what would you say?

If I asked you what your truest dreams were, what would you say?

And, more importantly…

…would you let yourself say it?

Would you?

Now, you might be answering, "hmmm I'm not really sure."

And that's okay.

But what if I told you that, regardless of how far away these things feel — this knowledge of success, these things that matter, these dreams that you have — were in you already…

…and you just had to find them?

Because, guess what? They are. And you do. And you can.

And in today's podcast episode, we're going to find them together.

This is an episode unlike ANYTHING we've done before, so I hope you'll listen and take some time for yourself today

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WHAT'S YOUR SECRET PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER? TAKE THE QUIZ! https://horizonfound.com/quiz

50: How Your Own Life Experiences Can Become Your Greatest Photography Strengths Jun 07, 2023

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What if I told you that your very own life experiences might be the secret to unlocking a meaningful photography career?

You're probably thinking, what the heck are you talking about, Nicole?

My years of being a goofy weird kid?

My obsession with my dog?

My love for travel?

My awkward teenage years?

The secret to a meaningful career??!!

The answer is… yes.

We're often so close to our experiences, so close to the things that light us up, that we don't even realize how we can incorporate them into our dream lives and our dream businesses.

But today on the podcast we're diving into ALL. OF. THAT.

It's time to realize how special you are, how incredible your story is, and how much you have to offer the world.

SIGN UP FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST DOORS OPEN AUGUST 2023: https://www.horizonfound.com/path

GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound

JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/

WHAT'S YOUR SECRET PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER? TAKE THE QUIZ! https://horizonfound.com/quiz

49: Ways That Imposter Syndrome is Negatively Affecting Your Business AND Your Life May 31, 2023

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Photographers, have you ever turned down something that could have been amazing… because you felt a little scared?

Maybe you ...

... Said no to an event you were invited to because you thought you wouldn't fit in.

... Didn't sign up for that photography class because you thought you'd fail.

…Said no to that shoot opportunity because you were intimidated by the client.

If you've ever felt anything like this, you might be experiencing a whole lot of imposter syndrome.

AKA that pesky voice inside your head that says you're not meant to be where you are. That you're faking it. That you're not good enough to succeed. That you don't deserve it. That you're the wrong person for the job.

Who can relate?!

🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️

If you're anything like me, then you've been able to relate for wayyyy tooo loooong.

But … I've gotta ask:

Are you letting imposter syndrome affect your entire business?

Your entire life?

Are you letting it keep you from saying yes?

Are you letting it keep you from being proud of yourself?

Are you letting it keep you from finding joy in your passion?

I have to beg you, my friend… take some time to think about it.

Because life is far too short to push aside your dreams out of fear. Life is far too short to shrink yourself down so you don't take up space. Life is far too short to sit back when you were meant to shine.

If you've ever let imposter syndrome take the wheel, today's podcast episode is for you.

SIGN UP FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST DOORS OPEN AUGUST 2023: https://www.horizonfound.com/path

GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/

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WHAT'S YOUR SECRET PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER? TAKE THE QUIZ! https://horizonfound.com/quiz

48: How to Get Your Creative Mojo Back May 24, 2023

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Photographers, listen up! I've got two questions for ya today...

Question number 1: When's the last time you wanted to pursue an amazing & creative idea but never followed through because you felt like you never had enough time?

Question number 2: How many hours a day do you spend scrolling social media?

It kinda hurts when you think about these two questions side by side, doesn't it?

It kinda hurts when we realize how much time we spend each day scrolling and looking at someone else's life, or creations, rather than living and creating our own.

Now, I'm not telling you to throw away your phone ... HECK NO.

Phones are a big part of our jobs as photographers. We need them to stay connected. What we don't need is for our phones to control us, and suck us in.

We owe it to ourselves and to our ideas to create, to live, to step away from screens every once in a while and find that creative spark in ourselves again (even when it feels way easier to loaf on the couch and scroll).

It reminds me of this quote from Elizabeth Gilbert, the author of Big Magic:

"The universe buries strange jewels deep within us all, and then stands back to see if we can find them. The hunt to discover those jewels––that's creative living."

On the podcast this week I want to talk about finding your creativity again, finding that spark of magic inside you, that jewel buried deep and bringing it to life.

SIGN UP FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST DOORS OPEN AUGUST 2023: https://www.horizonfound.com/path

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JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/

WHAT'S YOUR SECRET PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER? TAKE THE QUIZ! https://horizonfound.com/quiz

47: How Thinking Like a Fashion Photographer Can Add a Creative Spin to Your Work, No Matter Your Niche. May 17, 2023

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What photography niche makes you most excited?!

When I was first starting out, I had absolutely no idea where my photography journey would take me, so I tried it all.

I explored everything from weddings, engagements, maternity, products, food, events, families, landscapes, headshots and a ton of e-comm...

I was even a hand model when I was a photo intern at a major fashion label (NBD lol!).

But all throughout my photography journey, I kept coming back to one thing…people!

I mean, is there a better feeling in the world than using photography to help someone see their own beauty and feel seen for being nothing more than who they are?!

In the beginning, I didn't know I wanted to be a fashion photographer...but over time it evolved into a full on love affair.

And that's the beauty of a photographer's journey—you never know where it will lead you.

Fashion photography felt freeing to me and provided a platform to create new worlds that were made up of whatever I wanted—a freedom that has brought me so much happiness over the course of my career.

But here's something that might surprise you: I learned life changing lessons from every single photography niche I've studied. And each one has dramatically impacted the way I show up as a fashion photographer.

There is SO much to be learned from different photography niches, and today I'm sharing ALL about it. I'm also giving you some tips on how thinking like a fashion photographer can add a creative spin to your work, no matter your niche.

SIGN UP FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST DOORS OPEN AUGUST 2023: https://www.horizonfound.com/path

GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound

JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/

WHAT'S YOUR SECRET PHOTOGRAPHY SUPERPOWER? TAKE THE QUIZ! https://horizonfound.com/quiz

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