Do you dream of having a successful elopement photography business but don’t know where to start? Welcome to STOKED, the go-to podcast for adventure elopement photographers ready to scale their business to six-figures (and beyond) without hustling on social media. Imagine having the confidence to double or triple your prices, booking your calendar solid with dream couples in breathtaking locations, and feeling genuinely stoked about your business, your life, and your bank account!? I'm your host, Megan MacPhail, and after photographing 200+ elopements all over the world, I can tell you with certainty that your dream elopement photography business can be your reality. Tune in on Thursdays to hear me hosting alongside my elopement videographer husband, Todd, as we share our experiences and tips. We also bring in successful elopement photographers and other industry experts for fluff-free interviews. Each episode is packed with actionable advice, real-life stories, and insider secrets to help you elevate your photography business. Plus, we're the only podcast specifically for elopement photographers, making us your go-to resource in this unique photography niche. Not sure where to get started? Listen to Episode 11 - “How Megan Made $200k as an Elopement Photographer.” Get ready to be STOKED about your elopement photography business, life, and bank account! Cover photo by the amazing Henry Tieu https://www.henry-tieu.com/
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to capture intimate moments in breathtaking destinations around the world? In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Daacke, a destination elopement photographer, as she takes us through her journey from nature photography to a career photographing elopements in various destinations. Nicole shares pivotal moments in her path, like attending a life-changing workshop...
How can you keep your couples happy when the weather has other plans? Concerns over rain or snow are not uncommon when speaking to couples about their elopement day, but we have figured out ways to put them at ease and make sure they’re happy even when the weather is less than ideal.
During this episode, we go over how to stay flexibl...
Have you ever wondered how styled shoots can transform your portfolio and help you attract your dream elopement clients? Styled shoots are not just about capturing beautiful images; they are essential for building your portfolio, attracting ideal clients, networking with vendors, and honing the skills necessary for successful elopement planning.
Are you ready to hear how a bold move can transform your elopement photography business? In this episode, we sit down with Kristen Spencer, a talented elopement photographer (and one of my first-ever coaching clients) who took a leap from her established business in Sedona, Arizona, to start fresh in Durango, Colorado.
Kristen dives...
How can you turn your travel chaos into a seamless adventure while capturing unforgettable moments? For most elopement photographers, traveling is a big part of what we do, whether we’re driving or flying. We may end up we facing unique travel challenges that can turn these fun and exciting adventures into stressful experiences. Our hacks tackle these issues head-on, ensuring smoother journeys and mo...
Have you ever wondered what it takes to plan a destination elopement while juggling motherhood and running a successful photography business? I’m sitting down with Rose Groves, a Colorado and destination elopement photographer and new mom, who has traveled the globe capturing stunning weddings in remote locations.
Rose shares how sh...
Have you ever thought about what it could look like for you to bring your spouse into your elopement photography business and successfully work together?
That’s exactly what my guests, Laura and Hugo of Together We Roam have done. After Hugo lost his job, Laura invited him to join her in her photography business, and even expanded t...
Feeling unsure about what to do during an 8-12 elopement day, let alone how how to book one!?
In this episode, we uncover the secrets to creating incredible all-day elopement experiences that couples love—and how to market them.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the tasks in your photography business and wondering what you should be outsourcing to get your time and energy back? Outsourcing can definitely be a game-changer, but there are also things to think about when you are deciding on what to delegate.
During the conversation, we emphasize the importance of looking at your daily tasks and identifying the thin...
How can pursuing your passions lead to a more meaningful career and life? My guest, Corey, a photographer based in Connecticut, shares her own journey with this after deciding to leave a 20 year career in corporate America. Before getting into photography, Corey fell in love with massage therapy and had her own practice for 15 years, but she always had a camera in her hand. After attending her first photographer works...
Are you ready to break through to the six-figure mark in your elopement photography business?
Reaching six figures isn’t just a milestone; it’s a sign that your business is thriving—clients are booking, your marketing is solid, and you’ve got your expenses under control. But how do you actually get there? This episode dives into the crucial steps you need to take to achieve that coveted s...
One of the biggest regrets I often hear people have after their elopement day is that they didn’t hire a videographer. Imagine being able to relive those moments for years and years. Elizabeth Kurpanek, a Colorado-based elopement videographer and owner of Embr Films and Ruff and Roam understands this sentiment firsthand.
Elizabeth started out as a photographer back in high school but swit...
If you’re wondering if moving your elopement photography business across the country can actually work, my guest is living proof that it’s possible. Natasha Cardinal is a Washington-based elopement photographer, but she wasn’t always one! She started off as a wedding photographer in New York and eventually moved her business to Washington state, where she shifted gears to focus on elopement photography.
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Think making money from elopements is impossible? My guest today is here to bust that myth. Vanessa Halliday is an elopement photographer based in the white mountains of New Hampshire. She went from studying kinesiology to being a struggling wedding photographer to having a thriving elopement photography business on the East Coast, and she is sharing her story of how she did it.
During th...
Entrepreneurship comes with ups and downs. One day you’re on top of the world and the next day, you feel like you want to burn everything to the ground. I’ve been there, but that’s the last thing I want you to do. If you’re ever in that moment where you feel like quitting your elopement photography business, I want you to ask yourself these 5 questions:
As an elopement photographer, you’re probably at least somewhat familiar with the Leave No Trace principles. However, you may not fully know the controversies that surround them.
One of the biggest issues I see when it comes to these principles is the “Leave No Trace police.” These are people who publicly shame others online for not perfectly following them. In fact, one of my mastermind ...
Making a career shift in the middle of your life is definitely a terrifying endeavor. However, my guest today has been able to navigate this challenge with a ton of success. I’m so excited to chat with Erica Swantek, an elopement photographer based in the Pacific Northwest, serving Oregon and Washington.
Erica started her career in forestry but realized the lack of creativity wasn’t for h...
As elopement photographers, we do everything we can to make sure our couples feel incredible on their wedding day and in their photos, but how can we continue to help them look amazing throughout their day? That’s where elopement adventure stylists come into play, and my guest today is here to share exactly what this looks like.
Crystal Gillis is a backcountry hair and makeup artist based...
How can you streamline your workflows in your photography business to make life easier AND more profitable? My guest today, Karen Castor, an Arizona-based elopement photographer, shares her approach to automation, which has allowed her to work only a few hours a day while maintaining a six-figure income.
She shares her experience pivoting to elopement photography, balancing motherhood, an...
Curious about how I get such great results for my students and the members of The Elopement Photographer Mastermind™️? It’s all because of Google ads. I honestly think a lot of educators are proud of the fact that they do all of these things that don’t involve paid ads, but I’m here to tell you that paid ads are freaking amazing!
They don’t require any hustling, or chasing people down, or...
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