Welcome to "My Wedding Season – The Podcast", I am your host, Aida Glowik! This podcast is for wedding photographers who are eager to build a brand that consistently attracts their ideal clients, eliminates the need to compete on price, and establishes lasting credibility in the industry. It is a sweet mix of solo shows and guest interviews. I can't wait for you to hear from so many inspirational people from around the world! I am excited to have conversations with a number of talented photographers & industry professionals. Are you in? Get ready to take some notes...
Leslie is a brand & web designer for photographers based in Florida. She offers branding for the deeper, artful photographer who is ready to rebrand. In this episode, Leslie joins me for the third year in a row to chat about what wedding photographers can do to get more bookings for the upcoming wedding season. Leslie shares her expertise in web design and branding for wedding photographers. Show notes: Episode 69 Connect with Leslie Vega:Instagram: @leslievegadesign Website: Leslie Vega Design Shop: Branding Resources and Downloads for Photographers Connect with Aida Glowik:Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
27.03.25 • 57:10
Björn Lexius is an elopement and destination wedding photographer based in Hamburg, Germany. His work is deeply emotional and heartfelt. His brand is thoroughly thought out and aligned with his values and artistic vision. In this episode, Björn and I have a candid conversation about the state of the wedding right now, compared to a few years ago - particularly in terms of the change of trends and the decrease of showcasing diversity. We also discuss the importance of being very intentional about the brand that we build as photographers. But that is not all, this conversation goes for about 2 hours, so press play, and join us… Show notes: Episode 68 Connect with Björn Lexius:Instagram: @hafenliebe_weddingphoto Website: Hafenliebe Wedding Photography Education: For The Hearts Still Beating Connect with Aida Glowik:Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast 1:1 Mentoring Sessions: Book More Weddings in 2025 Book a Website & Portfolio Review
13.03.25 • 119:50
Joy Zamora is a luxury destination wedding photographer based in Spain. He started wedding photography in 2014 and has been able to build a strong international brand over the past few years - his work has been featured in renowned publications such as Vogue and Brides. In this episode, Joy shares about his story and personal journey in building a luxury wedding photography brand. Show notes: Episode 67 Connect with Joy Zamora: Instagram: @joyzamoraphoto YouTube: @joy_zamora Website: Joy Zamora Connect with Aida Glowik: Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
19.02.25 • 53:16
Are you struggling to stand out in the crowded world of wedding photography? In this episode, we're diving deep into the truth about branding and breaking down the misconceptions that might be keeping you from reaching your full potential. Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your business, this episode will give you actionable insights to build a brand that truly works for you. Don't miss it—your dream photography business is closer than you think! Connect with Aida Glowik: Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
24.11.24 • 07:58
Welcome to My Weddin Season - The Podcast, I am your host Aida Glowik. This podcast is for wedding photographers who are eager to build a brand that consistently attracts their ideal clients, eliminates the need to compete on price, and establishes lasting credibility in the industry. It is a sweet mix of solo shows and guest interviews. I can't wait for you to hear from so many inspirational people from around the world! I am excited to have conversations with a number of talented photographers & industry professionals.
20.11.24 • 01:51
In the book "Work Clean" by Dan Charnas, the concept of mise-en-place, which means "putting in place," is applied beyond the kitchen to various professional fields. In today's episode, I am going to share with you how we can use mise-en-place to help us run a wedding photography business by becoming more organized and effective in your business. Show notes: Episode 65 Connect with Aida Glowik: Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
12.06.24 • 12:52
In this conversation with Joséphine Elvis, we chat all things photography workshops, conferences and styled shoots. We also talk about the importance of representation and diversity in the wedding industry. You are not going to want to miss out on this one! Show notes: Episode 64 Podcast Sponsor: Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographer Connect with Joséphine Elvis:Instagram: @joelvis_photo Website: Joséphine Elvis Photography Connect with Aida Glowik:Instagram: @aidaglowik Website: Aida & Tim Photography / Aida & Tim Hochzeitsfotografie
29.05.24 • 53:13
Are you running a wedding photography business that is sustainable? Have you taken the time to consider different aspects of sustainability that takes not only the environment, but also the people and their cultures into consideration. This conversation with Cat Ekkelboom-White is a great starting point in your journey to becoming more intentional in terms of sustainability moving forward. Show notes: Episode 63 Podcast Sponsor:Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographers Connect with Cat Ekkelboom-White:Instagram: @photographerspeopleplanet Website: Photographers for People and Planet Podcast: Photographers for People and Planet Connect with Aida Glowik:Instagram: @aidaglowik Website: Aida & Tim Photography / Aida & Tim Hochzeitsfotografie
15.05.24 • 54:28
It's a common frustration within the wedding photography industry to hear complaints from photographers about potential clients disappearing after showing initial interest in their services. The phenomenon of "ghosting" can leave photographers feeling disheartened and uncertain about how to proceed. However, rather than dwelling on the disappointment, I firmly believe in taking a proactive approach to address this challenge head-on. By implementing strategies to engage potential clients more effectively, provide added value, and streamline the booking process, we can not only reduce the likelihood of being ghosted but also enhance the overall client experience. In this episode, I provide you with actionable steps to overcome this obstacle and build stronger connections with potential clients. Show notes: Episode 62 Referral Codes/Affiliate Links:I get commissions for purchases made through links/codes in this post. Podcast Sponsor: Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographers Get 1-month free when you upgrade to a paid plan with the affiliate code AIDA Connect with Aida Glowik:Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season – The Podcast
01.05.24 • 08:31
How well is your wedding photography website converting? Could it be that there is a missing piece? Perhaps the answer is to add an Experience Page! Not sure what that is, neither was I – but not to worry, in this episode, Kelsey Christine is here to walk us through the process of creating a strategic Experience Page to lead our dream clients to inquire with us. Show notes: Episode 61 Podcast Sponsor: Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographers Connect with Kesley Christine:Instagram: @launchyourdaydream Website: Launch Your Daydream Freebie: The Ultimate Experience Page Toolkit Connect with Aida Glowik:Instagram: @aidaglowik Website: Aida & Tim Photography / Aida & Tim Hochzeitsfotografie
17.04.24 • 48:36
There is the old way of blogging, where you just share images of the wedding day and tell the story of the couple. And now there is a new way of blogging which is content creation. The content that you create should be geared towards attracting new clients to your wedding photography business. In this episode, Carolina shares exactly how we can do that! Consider this a little Masterclass! Show notes: Episode 60 Podcast Sponsor: Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographer Connect with Carolina Guzik:Instagram: @carolina_guzik | @thetogrepublic Website: Carolina Guzik Photography Podcast: The Tog Republic Patreon: The Tog Republic Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik Website: Aida & Tim Photography / Aida & Tim Hochzeitsfotografie
03.04.24 • 51:07
Are you experiencing social media fatigue and hesitant to keep showing up online to promote your business? In this episode, Maddy Shine helps up overcome our objections and gives us advice on how to generate more inquiries for our wedding photography business by inserting our personality into our online marketing. Show notes: Episode 59 Podcast Sponsor:Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographer Connect with Maddy:Instagram: @maddy.shine Website: Maddy Shine Podcast: Visibility Talks Membership: The Visible Vibes Community Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season – The Podcast
20.03.24 • 54:56
In this conversation with Amir, the co-Founder of Pic-Time, we talk about all the new AI-powered features on Pic-Time that are helping photographers improve the experience for their clients, market their business via blogging and make more money through print sales. Tune in to learn more about the benefits of using the AI-Assistant for Blogging and using the Photo Search tools. Show notes: Episode 58 Podcast Sponsor: Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographer Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
04.03.24 • 40:33
This is a replay from the online workshop "Book More Weddings in 2024"! Listen to the podcast episode or watch it on my YouTube channel (minus the Q&A portion of the session). YouTube: Book More Weddings in 2024 Show notes: Episode 57 Mini Brand: Leslie Vega (@leslievegadesign) https://leslievegadesign.com/mini-branding-package -- Connect with Aida: Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
21.02.24 • 48:37
As small business owners our responsibilities and to-dos at times feel endless. And to top it off, even if we have set goals and plans already put in place, at times external factors can lead us to reassess our priorities and change direction. In this episode, I will discuss how you can go about determining your priorities as a wedding photographer and I will provide a guideline to help you figure out which tasks you can postpone to a later date. Show notes: Episode 56 Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season – The Podcast Free Download: My Wedding Season Planner | 2024 Digital Planner
07.02.24 • 07:22
Having a wedding photography business requires managing all aspects of running a small business, which often keeps photographers working overtime to keep up with all their to-dos. Therefore, any and all sorts of time-saving tools and techniques need to be considered to lighten the load so that you can enjoy your life and your business. In this episode, I will introduce you to a whole new way of looking at time-management and I will provide suggestions as to how you can make tweaks and changes to how you run your business. Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik YouTube: @AidaGlowik Podcast: My Wedding Season – The Podcast
10.01.24 • 13:03
My Wedding Season Planner is a digital planner that is custom-designed to help overwhelmed wedding photographers who are feeling stressed out because they are struggling to: stay organised, keep track of their client work and reach their goals.
21.12.23 • 07:08
Tuscany Retreat
20.10.23 • 06:32
Lexi Heimdal started as a marketing intern at Junebug back in 2014 and is currently Junebug's marketing & communications director and is also working on Junebug Albums. If you have dreamed of getting featured on Junebug and also hope to one day win a contest, you do not want to miss this episode. Lexi gives us some true gems that will help you increase your chance of getting published and winning an award. Show notes: Episode 52 Connect with Junebug Weddings: Website: Junebug Weddings | Photobug CommunityInstagram: @junebugweddings | @photobugcommunity Facebook Group: Junebug Weddings | Photobug CommunityNewsletter: Junebug Weddings | Photobug Community Photobug Presets: https://www.gpresets.com/product/photobug-presets/ Apply to join Junebug's vendor directors: https://junebugweddings.com/apply-for-membership Submit to be featured: https://junebugweddings.com/submission-guidelines Choice Awards nominations open: July 5 - July 12 Best of the Best Wedding Photo Contest submissions open: October 25 - November 15 Connect with Aida: Instagram: @aidaglowikWebsite: Aida & Tim Photography / Aida & Tim Hochzeitsfotografie
19.07.23 • 52:45
Cheryl Kitchener is a photographer, mom of three and the founder of the Unscripted App for photographers. In her words "I hope that the app encourages you to get out there and create real, honest memories for your client – not just pretty pictures for Instagram." In today's episode, Cheryl and I chat about how utilizing posing and prompts during shoots can help elevate the experience for your clients. Especially if you are newer to wedding photography, or you are experienced and are feeling in a bit of a rut, this episode is definitely for you! Show notes: Episode 51 Connect with Unscripted App: Website: Unscripted App / Web Platform / Download AppInstagram: @unscriptedposingapp Facebook Group: Unscripted App for PhotographersFree Posing Course: The Unscripted Nine Day Video Series Connect with Aida: Instagram: @aidaglowik Website: Aida & Tim Photography / Aida & Tim Hochzeitsfotografie
05.07.23 • 54:15
Igor Demba is a destination wedding photographer based in the UK. He has been shooting weddings for about 14 years and has had his gorgeous work featured in multiple publications such as Vogue, Harper's Bazaar and Huffington Post. In today's episode, we chat about how he is able to achieve such a beautiful consistent look on all his images. He also recently launched his Foundation Presets with a 40-minute education portion included! It is currently going for 99 Pounds and he has been so kind to provide an extra 10% discount for listeners of this podcast! Show notes: Episode 50 Podcast Episode Sponsor:Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographers Connect with Igor:Website: Igor Demba Photography Instagram: igordemba Education: Foundation Class & Presets Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik Website: Aida & Tim Photography / Aida & Tim Hochzeitsfotografie
21.06.23 • 58:31
AI editing - what is it and how does it work? Today, on the podcast, co-founders of Aftershoot, Justin & Harshit, join me to talk all about how their AI software works and all the amazing features that it has. I had the opportunity to try out AI editing with Aftershoot during the Beta phase and was amazed by its capabilities. I believe that it is going to be a game changer for many photographers during the wedding season! So if you have been hesitant about trying out AI editing or just want to find out what it is all about, this episode is definitely for you. Aftershoot:Website: AftershootInstagram: @aftershootco Facebook: The Aftershoot Community Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
19.04.23 • 55:54
Leslie is a brand & web designer for photographers based in Florida. She offers branding for the deeper, artful photographer who is ready to rebrand. In this episode, Leslie talks about the process of doing a rebrand for a wedding photography business. Tune in to listen to all her insights! Leslie has also come out with a ton of Branding Resources and Downloads for Photographers. For example, you can purchase the "Photographer's Guide to Designing Your Own Website" and a "Photographer's Guide to DIY-ing Your Branding". Show notes: Episode 48 Podcast Episode Sponsor:Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographers Detailed information on Blogs: Introducing: Pic-Time Blogs! Connect with Leslie:Website: Leslie Vega Design Instagram: @leslievegadesign Shop: Branding Resources and Downloads for Photographers Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik Podcast: My Wedding Season – The Podcast
12.04.23 • 46:13
Cat Ekkelboom-White is a British photographer, ski instructor, hiking guide and certified coach, living in the Austrian Alps. After starting her photography business Wild Connections Photography in 2015, she quickly realised that traditional weddings weren't her thing. She created a super niche elopement photography brand that specialises in creating, guiding and capturing multi-day elopement experiences for her clients around her favourite corner of the Alps. In this episode, Cat talks to us about how she was able to continuously niche down in her business and how other photographers can do the same. We talk about the benefits of niching, including the beauty of working with clients that align closely with your values and being about to charge premium prices. Show notes: Episode 47 Podcast Episode Sponsor:Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographers Connect with Cat:Website: Wild Connections Photography Instagram: @wildconnectionsphoto Adventure Wedding Academy:Website: Adventure Wedding Academy Instagram: @adventureweddingacademy Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik Website: Aida & Tim Photography / Aida & Tim Hochzeitsfotografie
29.03.23 • 63:01
Lisa Devlin is a wedding and editorial photographer based in Brighton, England. She was a music industry photographer for 10 years before becoming a wedding photographer over 20 years ago! Lisa has years of experience working with clients and I am so grateful to her for taking the time to share with us about how she goes about providing beautiful albums to her clients. She explains how Pic-Time has made it so easy for her and her clients to make the process so smooth. If you are considering finally start offering print products to your clients or want to improve upon how to do it more effectively, this episode is definitely for you! Show notes: Episode 46 Podcast Episode Sponsor:Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographers Connect with Lisa:Website: Devlin Photos Instagram: @devlinphotos Photography Farm:Website: Photography Farm Instagram: @photographyfarm Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
15.03.23 • 72:28
Blogging is one of the most important online marketing tools that wedding photographers can utilize to reach and book their right-fit clients. Nevertheless, the process of blogging has a tendency to have multiple steps and is time-consuming. In this episode, I cover the various ways that blogging can benefit wedding photographers. I also introduce the new blogging tool from Pic-Time which makes it super easy to create blog posts within your gallery and publish them on your website! Show notes: Episode 45 View a blog post I made using Pic-Time: Destination Wedding in Switzerland Referral Programm / Affiliate Disclosure I will earn a commission from purchases made using my code. Podcast Episode Sponsor:Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographers Detailed information on Blogs: Introducing: Pic-Time Blogs! Get 1-month free when you upgrade to a paid plan with the affiliate code AIDA Connect with Aida:Instagram: @aidaglowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
01.03.23 • 08:31
If you are looking to attend an in-person photography workshop this year, but are not sure which one to pick, I am here to help make that decision easier for you! There are some key questions that you should ask yourself first, and I will be going through them in this podcast episode! Show notes: Episode 44 Connect with Aida: Instagram: @aidaglowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast Connect with SNAP 23: Instagram: @snapphotofest Website: SNAP Photography Festival When: April 24th - 27th 2023 Where: Peak District, England Aida's Talk: Set Yourself Up For Success | List of Speakers
15.02.23 • 08:53
On this bonus episode of My Wedding Season - The Podcast, I am sharing the presentation portion of the free workshop that I hosted alongside brand & web designer, Leslie Vega. If you are feeling a bit hopeless and just spending a lot of money on ads without seeing real results? It is time to change that! I, Aida Glowik, share how you can organically attract potential clients to your website (particularly using SEO), and Leslie shares how you can convert potential clients into booked, paying clients once they have landed on your website. Show notes: Episode 43 Connect with Leslie Instagram: @leslievegadesign Website: Leslie Vega Design Special offer: Branding Resources & Downloads for Photographers Connect with Aida Instagram: @aidaglowik Website: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
08.02.23 • 39:45
Lukas Piatek is a well-renowned destination wedding photographer, based in Germany, who has shot weddings all over the world including, but not limited to, New Zealand, the United States, Mexico, India, Barbados and of course in many countries around Europe - and the list only keeps growing! He is also the founder of LooksLikeFilm and Meridian Presets. His latest project is AEON University - Community Based Education for Creatives. In this interview, we chat about Lukas's journey as a wedding photographer and the heart behind creating communities and education for photographers. Show notes: Episode 42 Podcast Episode Sponsor: Pic-Time | Online Galleries for Professional Photographers Connect with Lukas:Website: Lukas Piatek Photography Instagram: @lukaspiatekphotography AEON University:Website: AEON University Instagram: @aeonuniversity Connect with Aida:Website: Aida & Tim Photography | Aida & Tim Hochzeitsfotografie Instagram: @aidaglowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast!
01.02.23 • 39:23
Not booking as many weddings as you usually do at this time of year? Feeling a bit hopeless and spending a lot of money on ads? Maybe there is a better way... In this episode, I share with you my top three ways to get potential clients to inquire with you without running ads. Need more help? Sign-up for the free brainstorming session that I will be hosting live on Zoom. There are limited seats available - first come, first served! Get on my mailing list to be one of the first who are informed about the details! I will be there to help answer any questions you may have about filling your calendar for the 2023 wedding season! Also, if you haven't already, make sure you download your free copy of My Wedding Season Planner. It is a digital planner which is custom-designed to help overwhelmed wedding photographers who are feeling stressed out because they are struggling to: stay organised, keep track of their client work and reach their goals. Show notes: Episode 41 Instagram: @aidaglowik Connect with Aida Instagram: @aidaglowik Podcast: My Wedding Season - The Podcast
18.01.23 • 05:58
