The Church Photographers Podcast

Episodes

1. Ep. 07: Privacy & Permissions

   31 Mar 2020 · 22 min · S2 E7

   In this episode, privacy, permissions, and releases, oh my! We tackle the tough conversation of how to handle privacy and permissions when it comes to photographing at your church, including everything you need to know…

2. Ep. 06: Managing Your Personal Image Library

   24 Mar 2020 · 28 min · S2 E6

   In this episode: what do I do with all of these images? If you have photos stashed on SD cards, thumb drives, hard drives, and who knows where else, this episode is for you. We’re going to cover strategies for…

3. Ep 05 - The Art of the Side Hustle

   17 Mar 2020 · 1 h 00 min · S2 E5

   In this episode: we detail the art of the side hustle — how you can leverage your creative passion and talents and earn a little bread on the side. Whether you want to pick up some new gear, give back to your church,…

4. Ep. 04: Instagram Strategies for Photographers

   3 Mar 2020 · 47 min · S2 E4

   In this episode: Ever wonder how to become Insta famous? Well, so have we. So if you crack that nut, let us know. But we do have some high-impact tips for being more engaging, influential, and consistent in your…

5. Ep. 03: How to Capture "The Moment” in Your Church Services

   18 Feb 2020 · 37 min · S2 E3

   On this episode of the Church Photographers Podcast: listener Derek asks, “How do I help my photographers capture the moment?” Join our Facebook community, Church Photographer Nation, at…

6. Ep. 02: The Definitive Guide to Managing Your Church Photo Library

   11 Feb 2020 · 33 min · S2 E2

   In this episode of the Church Photographers Podcast, we answer a common listener question: how do I manage my photo library? We’ll walk through all of the options, give you our top picks, and give you some strategies…

7. Season 2 Kickoff: What's New with Church Photographers?

   6 Feb 2020 · 29 min · S2 E1

   In this episode of the Church Photographers Podcast, we’re back with Season Two! We will cover what’s on tap for this season of the podcast, plus some other cool things we have in the works. Join our Facebook…

8. From the Vault: How to Grow Your Photography Team

   31 Dec 2019 · 28 min · Bonus

   The Church Photographers Team is taking a couple of weeks off to recuperate from the Christmas season, enjoy some time with our families, and prepare some incredible new content for you to enjoy in the New Year. But we…

9. From the Vault: Jeremy Poland

   24 Dec 2019 · 29 min · Bonus

   The Church Photographers Team is taking a couple of weeks off to recuperate from the Christmas season, enjoy some time with our families, and prepare some incredible new content for you to enjoy in the New Year. But we…

10. Episode 13: TCPP Christmas Extravaganza

    10 Dec 2019 · 49 min · S1 E13

    Ho, ho, ho! In this episode, it was late in the evening and all through the house, not a creature was stirring except for the church communications director because it's almost Christmas and who needs sleep anyway? In…

11. Episode 12: Ways to Help Your Volunteers Feel Appreciated

    3 Dec 2019 · 23 min · S1 E12

    In this episode of the Church Photographers Podcast — how do you help your volunteers feel appreciated? We'll explore X ways — from the simple to the elaborate— that you can keep your volunteers happy, fulfilled, and…

12. Episode 11: How Much Does My Gear Actually Matter?

    26 Nov 2019 · 33 min · S1 E11

    In this episode of the Church Photographers Podcast: how much of a difference does my gear make? Do I need a top-end camera to capture solid images? Or can I use the gear I have?

13. Episode 10: The Church Photographers Holiday Gear Guide (2019 Edition)

    19 Nov 2019 · 49 min · S1 E10

    In this episode of the Church Photographers Podcast — the holidays are upon us, and gift giving season means new gear for you or a loved one — like your podcast cohosts. We're going to cover not only what gear to buy,…

14. Episode 09: 15 Photography Team Workshop Ideas

    14 Nov 2019 · 35 min · S1 E9

    In this episode, we've planned out an entire year of volunteer training events for you — 15 workshop ideas for equipping your church photography team. We'll give you all of the workshop ideas, along with topics to…

15. Episode 08 - The Ultimate Weekend Service Shot List

    5 Nov 2019 · 41 min · S1 E8

    On this week's episode, we discuss and provide you with the ultimate weekend service shot list! We highlight 9 areas to focus on, give you practical advice as well as pro tips, and so much more. Also, this is our…

16. Episode 07: When (and How) to Hire a Pro Photographer

    29 Oct 2019 · 30 min · S1 E7

    On today's episode, we discuss when (and how) to hire a pro photographer. Hiring a pro can be one of the best investments you can make. A good photographer can get you enough content for six months or longer. But there…

17. Episode 06: Dave Adamson: Video Killed the Photography Star (Interview)

    22 Oct 2019 · 34 min · S1 E6

    In this episode, we sit down with church photography legend Dave Adamson (@aussiedave) to talk about video for photographers — including why it might be time for you to add video to your skill set and how you can get…

18. Episode 05 BONUS: Interview with Ben White: The "Christian Stock Photo Guy"

    17 Oct 2019 · 30 min · S1 E5 · Bonus

    If you've been on the internet in the past five years, you've seen a photo of Ben White. Ben is a good friend of the show, a fantastic photographer, a pastor with a heart for the church, and also happens to be "that…

19. Episode 05: Friends Don't Let Friends Use Stock Photos

    15 Oct 2019 · 25 min · S1 E5

    In today’s episode, we make bold, indefensible statements and then try to back them up. Namely: Friends don’t let friends use stock photos. We make the case against using stock photography, then reluctantly concede…

20. Episode 04: Interview with Jeremy Poland: How to Feel Comfortable Behind the Camera

    8 Oct 2019 · 28 min · S1 E4

    In this episode, we sit down with my good friend and fantastic photographer Jeremy Poland to talk about all sorts of great tips for photographers, But the one thing in particular that I think you’re going to appreciate…

21. Episode 03 Pt. 2: What do you wish you knew when you started photography?

    1 Oct 2019 · 21 min · S1 E3 · Bonus

    Welcome back for part 2! Today, we pick back up where we left off last Tuesday! We discuss everything we wish we knew when we started out in photography to give you a jump start on your photography hobby or career. We…

22. Episode 03 Pt. 1: What do you wish you knew when you started photography?

    24 Sep 2019 · 40 min · S1 E3

    Welcome back! On today’s episode, we fire up the time machine and revisit our early days as photographers. We discuss everything we wish we knew when we started out in photography to give you a jump start on your…

23. Episode 02: The State of Church Photography Report

    14 Sep 2019 · 31 min · S1 E2

    We have big news to share on the podcast today. After surveying 128 church photographers and painstakingly compiling data, coding responses, and then trying to figure out what it all means, we’re ready to release our…

24. Episode 01: How to Grow Your Volunteer Photography Team

    14 Sep 2019 · 28 min · S1 E1

    Today on the podcast… You know it. I know it. One of the most challenging parts of leading a volunteer photography team is recruiting and on-boarding volunteers. We’re going to break down everything it takes to find…

25. Episode 00: Introducing the Church Photographers Podcast

    13 Sep 2019 · 14 min

    Today on the podcast: who are we? What are we doing here? What is even going on right now? We’re going to answer all of these questions and more if you keep listening.