Workflows with Dawn Richardson

In this episode, Scott speaks with wedding photographer, software engineer, and educator, Dawn Richardson about her photographic and photography business workflows.Dawn is a software engineer turned wedding photographer who helps creative entrepreneurs go from tech overwhelmed to tech empowered. Her mission is to create a safe, fun, and welcoming corner of the internet where creative entrepreneurs can learn how to leverage and implement technology in their businesses to spend less time working and more time with the people that matter most. If you're already familiar with Imagen, then you know that more time with family is one of the things we love seeing Imageners have.When she’s not working, you can find her spending time with her husband and two little girls or searching for the best Margarita in San Antonio.(00:00) - 023 (10:01) - What is one thing that you do for the photographic process that has saved you time? (14:01) - What is one thing that you do for the business that saves you time or money? (17:59) - What is one thing that you do for editing that has saved you time? (21:28) - What is one thing that you do after a session that has increased business? (27:50) - Can you share an outlined breakdown of your workflow from lead to delivery? (36:33) - What does the future of AI in photography look like to you? (42:52) - How did Imagen impact your life? Discussed in this episode- Blogging sessions and weddings out of respect for clients, not just for ranking or Pinterest pins.- Treating clients well and making them feel worthy of being showcased online.- Excitement over clients being dressed for their engagement session and showcasing them on the website.- Respect for clients who don't want to be online but still providing content for those who do.- The value of wedding anniversaries as opportunities for content creation and connecting with couples on social media.- Emphasizing the need to back up photos on cloud-based services and locally to avoid potential data loss.- Expressing gratitude to clients for allowing photographers to be a part of their special day.- Comparing the transition from film to digital photography with the current transition to AI technology.- Emphasizing the importance of trying AI technology and not dismissing it without giving it a chance.- The significance of a consistent workflow for effective editing.- Establishing a designated storage system for files to prevent loss and confusion.- Creating a new Lightroom catalog for each shoot to enhance organization and efficiency.- Breaking up a wedding catalog into smaller collections to make editing less overwhelming.- Being repetitive and organized with file management for a sense of automaticity.- Using the free tool Fathom for summarizing meetings with clients- Addressing individual pain points and automating basic administrative tasks for consistency and professionalism.- Using both card slots in cameras for in-camera backups.- Benefits of rating images in-camera for quick selection and editing.- Personal experience of using same-day slideshows with rating images in camera and Imagen software. Join the Imagen Community on Facebook to continue the discussions between episodes.If you want to smooth the skin of your photos within Imagen, the time has come. Smooth Skin is here. You can craft the perfect balance of natural beauty with discreet adjustments until you reach your desired goal. As always, you're in complete control; adjust and customize smoothness, texture, clarity, and sharpness to reflect your unique style. It seamlessly integrates into your editing process with a single click to ensure a quick and efficient path to flawless polished complexions. Open the Imagener app to try Smooth Skin today.  

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The photography podcast for those who'd rather be behind the lens than behind a desk. In pursuing professional photography excellence, have you wondered about optimizing your photo workflows to save precious time and resources in your photography business? Welcome to Workflows, a podcast designed for photographers to be your guiding star in your professional journey. Listen today for insights into photography business growth, automation, innovation, and creativity. Our host, Scott Wyden Kivowitz, a seasoned photographer, battles dyslexia, color blindness, introversion, and anxiety by harnessing the power of structured workflows in his life and photography business. His story epitomizes the transformative potential of efficient workflows in personal and professional challenges within the photography business. Workflows is presented by Imagen, an AI-based post-production company for photographers. The Workflows podcast aims to simplify the life of professional photographers. Imagen is committed to enriching the conversation around effective workflows and automation, recognizing their crucial role in the success of any photography business. The Workflows podcast presents many narratives, practical strategies, automation, and innovative tools to revolutionize photographers' operations. Our engaging content derives from professionals' experiences who've battled industry hurdles in their photography businesses and emerged victorious. So, leave your camera aside, plug in your headphones, and allow Workflows to guide photographers like you toward an optimized, profitable photography business through inspiring stories and insightful strategies. Additionally, we welcome photographers to the Imagen Community, an active platform to share photo stories, and ideas, and provide mutual support. By joining, you gain access to unique resources, expert guidance, and a community familiar with your challenges in running a photography business. Don't let valuable time and resources go to waste. Tune in to Workflows today and embark on your journey towards a streamlined, thriving photography business with automation techniques. Transform your photo dreams into reality with Workflows and Imagen, your partners in achieving excellence in your photography business. Picture eliminating post-production hassles in photography today! Visit https://bit.ly/45i26ko and explore our innovative backup, photo selection (photo culling), and editing solutions to unleash your creative potential within the photography business. For photographers who'd rather be out making photos than stuck at a desk: this podcast's for you. Be on the lookout for the video version of each episode which drops on YouTube a month after airing here. Visit youtube.com/@imagenai. The show will provide answers to questions like: - What are the critical elements of a successful photographer's workflow in a photography business? - How can photographers ensure their photography business workflow, including photo editing, is efficient? - What types of software can help automate and streamline workflow for photographers and photography businesses? - What are the benefits of having a consistent photography workflow in a photography business? - How can photographers use post-processing techniques to improve their photo workflow in a photography business? - What tips can photographers use to organize their photography business workflow with automation? - How do you manage your workflow in a photography business to ensure clients receive their pictures on time? - What processes are essential to improve the efficiency and automation of your photography business workflow? - How do you manage client communication for a smooth photography business workflow? - How important is using software to automate tasks in managing your photography business workflow, including picture editing? - How do you ensure the quality and consistency of your photographs in your photography business?