the Visual Historian - "A Photographer's Journey"
The Visual Historian - "A Photographer's Journey" is a candid look at life behind the camera — the passion, pressure, creativity, and business decisions photographers face today. It’s about people first, images second, and the evolving realities of making art in a marketing-driven world. George Kuchler is a New Orleans native born and raised, where photography, business, and New Orleans soul collide!
Episodes
We lost my father-in-law, Jesse Melancon.
Losing someone makes you realize just how deeply they were loved.
Jesse believed in doing the daily work of living a positive, intentional life. The grandkids lovingly called him “Positive Pops”—a name that fit him perfectly.
Every morning, without fail, Pops wrote in his gratitude journal. He’d get his coffee, reveal the next inspirational phrase on his...
I finally got Zach back on the show and caught up with him to discuss his progress and his plans going forward. How you start isn't always how you finish. Journeys are called that for a reason, and I love how Zach shares his path and his new version of success. Experience will change your way of thinking from old to new. Join us as we digress into the TikTok world, old-world truths, and how we could all ...
What does it really take to build a successful career in photography?
In this episode of The Visual Historian Podcast, I sit down with New York portrait and headshot photographer Pete Coco for an honest conversation about photography, perseverance, and finding success.
Pete shares the struggles he faced while building his career, the lessons he learned through difficult seasons, and the mindset that helped him turn hi...
Join The Visual Historian Podcast for an inspiring conversation with Steven Seidenberg, photographer, author, poet, and philosopher whose work has been exhibited internationally.
Steven discusses his creative journey, the meaning of success, and the ideas behind his art. We explore how photography, poetry, and philosophy intersect in his practice, why he is drawn to abandoned spaces and overlooked details, and what m...
Walter Lyle has been on the podcast before and I had to have him back. He is a family man working in a creative field providing for his family. His experience as a production videographer, photographer and all around great guy, is always a pleasure to talk to. He reminds me of my recent past history of my beginning family years working this wonderful craft we call photography. Join me in the conver...
In this episode, we move beyond the Terminator-style anxiety and explore how creatives can work productively with AI. We’ll discuss why AI-generated artwork sometimes looks bad, how clearer prompts lead to better results, and how the right mindset can turn AI from a threat into a valuable creative partner.”
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to be successful. ...
Remembering 911 will always be the memory of where I was at the moment. I was at our state photography seminar, and the morning news showed the 2nd plane crashing into the tower. America stood by each other and New York took on a greater meaning. Let's talk about it.
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to be successful. I'll share with you my personal journey and sh...
Today I got my coffee and thought about the word quality and how it is or is not different from generation to generation. If you are a business of any type, do you produce a quality experience and product? The public knows best, or do they? Let's get into it!
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to be successful. I'll share with you my personal journey and shar...
We’re sharing the unforgettable story of how Bob Carlisle—the singer behind the beloved father-daughter wedding song “Butterfly Kisses”—became a surprise guest at our wedding. Hear how it happened, everyone’s reaction, and why this unexpected celebrity appearance made our special day even more memorable.
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to...
Professional photography is about much more than creating attractive images. The strongest brand photography begins with clear communication and a real understanding of the business behind the brand.
In this episode, I explain why I schedule a complimentary business walkthrough before every commercial session. We discuss how a company’s marketing goals should influence everything from lighting and location to w...
Have you been using ChatGPT Pro in your business? I just ran a prompt and I was shocked at how quick it created the project and executed it. Let's chat about it. :)
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to be successful. I'll share with you my personal journey and share some stories along the way! -GK
Online wedding platforms like Zola, WeddingWire, and The Knot have become a growing problem for couples and wedding professionals. In this episode, we take a closer look at the influence these platforms have on the wedding industry and why it matters. Profiting on your hope while not providing actual clients to talk to is the problem we discuss today.
Working photographers know how to balance life and...
I have a confession to make. I'm a rock & roll drummer with a camera, and my inner attitude and passion are just that!
Let me explain.
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to be successful. I'll share with you my personal journey and share some stories along the way! -GK
I have no idea who thought this was a good idea, but ZOLA prevents you from entering your contact info in a message to your shopping brides!!! This is the strangest thing. ZOLA is not my CRM; it's a billboard to get possible clients' attention. This step is costing you valuable business!
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to be successful. I'll share with you my pe...
Imagen - Aftershoot - Narrative, OH MY!
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to be successful. I'll share with you my personal journey and share some stories along the way! -GK
This video is about New gear never makes you a better photographer.
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to be successful. I'll share with you my personal journey and share some stories along the way! -GK
Elizabeth and I did a staycation this weekend for her birthday. I highly suggest you do one in your own city.
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to be successful. I'll share with you my personal journey and share some stories along the way! -GK
I share what 32 years as a photographer have actually taught me. We talk about pattern recognition that can’t be learned from courses or AI, the scar tissue from jobs gone wrong, and how stress-testing myself over three decades means I bring real judgment and problem-solving to every client project. I explain why losing sleep over my work is actually a sign I’m still invested, and how my business is a li...
A surprise engagement is one of life’s most exciting moments, but poor planning can quickly turn a dream proposal into a missed opportunity. As photographers, we’ve seen everything from wrong locations and missed signals to partners arriving late or spotting the photographer before the big moment.
The good news? Most surprise engagement mishaps are completely avoidable with a little organization and clear...
Why Payments Take 2–7 Days
- Banks don’t transfer money instantly
- Processing happens in cycles (not continuous)
- Weekends + holidays slow everything down
- Payment platforms add their own internal delay
- Key idea:
- “Even when a client pays instantly, your bank doesn’t receive it instantly.”
Working photographers know how to balance life and business to be success...
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