The Live Snap Love Show
Welcome to The Live Snap Love Show, where every episode is a thoughtful mix of inspiration, insight, and practical tools for taking your family and lifestyle photos to the next level. I’m Audrey Ann — photographer, educator, and founder of Live Snap Love — and in each episode, I’m pulling from 17+ years behind the camera (and over a decade of teaching thousands of students) to help you create photos you’re genuinely proud of. From getting comfy with manual mode to finding your signature style, we’ll dig into the techniques, mindset shifts, and creative approaches that can help you feel more confident and artistic behind the lens. So whether you're documenting everyday life, capturing those little in-between moments, or building a photography business, think of this podcast as your go-to toolkit for building your skills, staying inspired, and making the whole process feel a lot more fun (and a heck of lot less overwhelming!).
Episodes
Let’s be honest — photography can feel like a lot sometimes.
There’s SO much to learn, a hundred paths to follow, and alllll the noise about what you “should” be doing… it’s no wonder we end up overwhelmed and second-guessing everything from our editing to our lens choices!
In today’s episode, I’m getting a little reflective and sharing the 6 lessons I wish I could go back and tell my younger ...
Let’s be honest — we all love shooting in dreamy, golden hour light. (Probably because that magical glow does half the heavy lifting for us!)
But what about those days when the light is just… well, blah?
In today’s podcast, I’m walking you through four creative techniques you can lean on when the light just isn’t working in your favor — so you can still create meaningful, eye-catching images, ...
Today’s episode is going to be a little different, because I’ve got something really exciting to share with you!
It’s official - the podcast has a brand-new name: The Live Snap Love Show: The Art of Family Photography.
And I want to take a moment to tell you why I made this change, what it represents, and what you can expect going forward.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL TAKEWAY FROM THIS EPI...
Ever wondered which lens you actually need for the kind of photography you love? In this episode of Photography Made Simple, I’m breaking down all the lenses in my collection—why I use them, which ones I love, and which ones I really need to sell! 🤦♀️
I’ll also help you figure out which lens might be the best fit for you—whether you love portraits, landscapes, macro, or everyday moments. Because choosing...
Ever wondered what’s inside a photographer’s camera bag? In this episode, I’m giving you a full behind-the-scenes look at the cameras and accessories I have, why I love them, and how they might help you in your own photography journey!
From my very first DSLR to my latest mirrorless upgrade, I’ll share what each camera offers and why I still keep them around.
Plus, we’ll chat about must-have ...
If you’ve ever picked up your camera, snapped a photo, and thought, Wait… why doesn’t this look how I imagined?—this episode is for you!
In today’s episode of Photography Made Simple, I’m answering some of the most common questions that beginner photographers have, from blurry photos to confusing camera settings to whether or not you really need to edit your shots.
We’ll break it all down in a...
Feeling stuck in a creative rut? Your camera collecting dust? I hear you! In this episode, we’re diving into a simple but powerful photography challenge that will help you break through the creative block and start seeing the world with fresh eyes.
I’m sharing a tried-and-true artist’s exercise that will help you look at light, composition, and everyday objects in new and exciting ways.
Getting your kids to willingly pose for photos can feel like an impossible task—but what if I told you it doesn’t have to be?!
In this episode of Photography Made Simple, I’m sharing seven fun and stress-free ways to make your little ones actually excited about being in front of the camera.
Say goodbye to forced smiles and eye rolls, and hello to joyful, natural photos filled with genuine pe...
Ever wondered how to capture stunning close-up shots of flowers that make people say, “WOW, did you really take that?!” If you’ve dabbled in macro photography but felt more frustrated than fascinated, this episode is for you 😀
In this episode, I’m sharing the essential tips and tricks to help you take jaw-dropping macro flower photos—without the struggle!
Whether you’re just starting out or ...
Ever find yourself drooling over a stunning photo and wishing you could create something just like it? You’re not alone!
But here’s the thing—copying won’t help you grow as a photographer. Instead, let’s break down how to take inspiration and turn it into something uniquely yours.
In this episode, we’ll cover:
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Why copying oth...
Have you committed to a Project 365 this year, but worried you’ll run out of steam? (Or maybe you have already!)
I get it! I’ve spent years capturing a photo a day, and while it’s been one of the best things I’ve done for my photography, it’s not always easy to keep up - and yes, I’ve failed on more than one occasion over the last 15 years too!
So in this episode, I’m sharing my best tips to...
In this episode, we’re diving into the recent changes to Adobe’s Photography Plan!
If you’re already a subscriber, you might be wondering what this means for you.
And if you’re thinking about getting an Adobe plan but feel totally confused about which one to pick—don’t worry, we’ve got you covered there too!
Click here for Adobe’s Photography Plans!
Today, we’ll brea...
In this episode, I’m sharing with you the 4 simple things that I’m going to be focusing on with my photography in 2025.
I’m sharing what my goals are, and why I’ve decided to focus on these 4 things to help grow my photography skills and (hopefully!) get out of a creative rut.
Of course, I don’t expect you to have the same goals as me, so I’ll also share some ideas of how you can adapt this t...
In this episode, I’m going to walk you through a detailed month-by-month plan for learning photography in just three months!
I know that learning photography can sometimes feel a little overwhelming, and many people feel like they are being pulled in 10 different directions in the same time. And what can often happen is that you end up learning lots of things in photography, but nothing connects together,...
Did you get a your first ever DSLR or Mirrorless camera this year? Then right now you are probably feeling a little overwhelmed! I get it, there’s so many dials, buttons and menu options that it can feel a bit daunting to know exactly what you are meant to do first!
The first thing I want you to know is that you are not alone. I have over 17 years experience in photography, and been teaching for nine of thos...
In this episode, I’m answering a question I get a lot, especially at this time of year…
Which order should I take the Live Snap Love courses in?
We have quite a few courses on offer (which you can check out here!) so I understand it can be difficult to know where to start….and what to learn next!
In this episode, I’ll break down a typical learning path, the reasons why I recommend...
In this week’s episode, we are diving into Lightroom Presets - what they are, what they do, and how they can help you speed up your editing process, so you can get more done in less time!
In this episode we discuss:
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What Lightroom Presets are, and how they work
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Although I don’t always want to remove day to day clutter from my frame (for example for more documentary photos) there are times when I want a cleaner, more streamlined look to my images than my cluttered, messy home will allow!
Over the years I have come up with lots of tricks to help me create beautiful, clean photos in less-than-picturesque environments, from my home, to clients home, or even just bei...
Are you planning on taking your own family portraits this year, but not sure how to go about it? Then listen to this week’s episode as I walk you, step by step, through how to take your own family photos!
Being able to take your own family photos, either for a traditional portrait to hang on your wall, for your holiday cards, or just to have a snapshot of your family at this stage of life, is actually p...
In this episode, I’m talking with an incredible photographer, Pam McIntyre, who was actually a student of Live Snap Love many years ago, but has gone on to do amazing work in all different genres.
The story of her photography journey is an interesting one - she had a highly technical job in a male dominated industry, and took up photography as a way of having a creative outlet.
She then recen...
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