The Retake

Wedding and elopement photographer Marcella Laine on why presence, preparation, and adaptability are no longer optional in wedding photography. In this episode of The Retake, we break down shooting in unpredictable outdoor and destination environments, reading landscapes and light in real time, and designing client experiences that don’t fall apart under pressure. If your work — or your energy — has started to feel brittle, this conversation offers a smarter, more sustainable way forward.

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@marcellalaine
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Who should lead posing on a wedding day — the photographer or the videographer?
We sit down with two wedding photographers (Georgia & Micah) and a wedding videographer (Kristin) to unpack the real dynamics of working together on a wedding day. From sharing space and pacing long timelines to managing ego, energy, and communication, this conversation gets honest about what actually makes collaboration work.
We cover:
who should lead posing (and when it depends)
how photographers and videographers can support each other under pressure
why kindness, communication, and teamwork matter more than control
how keeping the focus on the couple changes everything
If you shoot weddings and want smoother days, better collaboration, and a stronger client experience — this one’s for you.
 
  📸 Instagram
@georgiaandmicah
@firsttwinfilms
🔗Links
Georgia & Micah’s Presets
Kristin’s Website

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Family photographer and educator Brooke Schultz shares how to create emotive family mini sessions without sacrificing heart, even in the busiest season. We break down her story-first approach, how to quickly build trust, and why families crave images that feel real. If you’re offering family minis this year, this episode gives you the tools to stand out and book clients who value your work.

🚨Don’t miss this!! We’re doing a live Q&A with Brooke Schultz in the Facebook group on Dec 4 at 9am Sydney time — Dec 3 at 3pm PST / 5pm CST / 6pm EST for the US crew. Bring your questions, your mini-session chaos, your curiosity — Brooke will be there answering everything in real time.

📸 Instagram → @brookebschultz

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Learn how to sell your photography services without the awkward pitch. In this episode, Rachel Traxler shares how to build a sales funnel that feels personal, converts better clients, and protects your creative energy. We cover automation, pricing confidence, and how to serve clients with authenticity instead of pressure. Perfect for photographers ready to grow their business with clarity and heart.
Follow Rachel:
  📸 Instagram → @racheltraxler
 Website → racheltraxler.com

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Weddings are weird — and that’s what makes them beautiful. Melbourne photographer Oli Sansom joins us to talk about paying attention, resisting content culture, surviving chaos, and why the images that matter most often feel quiet, awkward, or unimportant at the time. We get into the absurd, the intimate, the theatrical — and what it means to shoot like a flâneur.
Follow Oli:
  📸 Instagram → @olisansom @briarsatlas
 Website → briarsatlas.com

Want to keep the conversation going? Join our Facebook group for An Unscripted Podcast for Photographers. It’s where you can swap takeaways with other listeners, throw in your own questions for future guests, and get a peek behind the scenes of the podcast.

If you’re ready to save time and show up as your best self in your biz, The Unscripted App for Photographers is your secret weapon. Think: curated poses, easy gallery tools, and resources that actually support your growth. Download for free today.