

The Portrait System Podcast
Sue Bryce Education
Join in as Nikki Closser, a mentor in the Sue Bryce Education community, interviews photographers who manage successful portrait photography businesses from around the globe using the business model Sue Bryce teaches. Subscribe to hear stories that will fast track your success and transform you as a photographer and business owner.
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Sep 24, 2020 • 43min
Nurse Turned Photographer Ang McCabe Tells all about Switching Jobs, Creating her Business, and Having a Family
Have you ever wondered how some have it all? Well, look no further for an answer! Today's guest is photographer Ang McCabe who shares with us how she went into nursing, but then decided to completely switch careers and started her own business as a photographer while having to support her family. Listen in as Ang shares the ups and downs she went through and how she made it to the top. If you're looking for inspiration and applicable tips for your business, then this episode is for you!Ang McCabe is a featured speaker at the 2020 Portrait Masters Live Conference. To learn more about the conference, go to: https://theportraitmasters.com/tickets/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 21, 2020 • 49min
Wedding Photographer Susan Stripling Shares How She Deals with 2020
Are you an entrepreneur who's business has been affected by the pandemic? You are not alone! Today's guest is wedding photographer Susan Stripling from Brooklyn, New York. Susan shares with us the secrets to how she started photographing weddings, created her business and built it into the successful enterprise that it is today. Obviously, the 2020 pandemic has affected Susan's business, and her booking this year went from 37 to only 3. Nevertheless, Susan keeps a positive outlook on the situation and tells us all about how she deals with the current state of things. If you're looking for inspiration through the pandemic, then this episode is for you!Susan Stripling is a featured speaker at the 2020 Portrait Masters Live Conference. To learn more about the conference, go to: https://theportraitmasters.com/tickets/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 17, 2020 • 1h 5min
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Sales
Welcome to week 4 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you as a special bonus episode on The Portrait System podcast. If you want to be a part of the live and interact with Nikki and the guests, go to suebryceeducation.com/live every Tuesday at 11am Pacific time. If you are not a member of Sue Bryce Education and want to access the amazing content from the 12 Week Startup that will help you grow your business and become a better photographer, head over to suebryceeducation.com and sign up there.This week, Nikki talks about sales with Jasmine Newton and Rachel Soulliere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 14, 2020 • 1h 17min
180 Loser: How Athlete, Model and Photographer Peter Hurley Failed Upward
Do you want to hear an amazing and unique story like you've never heard before? Then, this episode is for you! Today's guest is photographer Peter Hurley. Peter is not only a world famous photographer, he is an accomplished athlete who trained for the Olympics, a best-selling author, successful model and inspiring figure. Listen in as Peter gets emotional talking about the multiple ups and downs on his journey, and how he found his passion for photography. If you're looking for an inspiring story that will lift you up, you'll definitely want to hear this episode!Peter Hurley will be a featured speaker at the 2020 Portrait Masters Live Conference. To learn more about the conference, go to: https://theportraitmasters.com/tickets/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 10, 2020 • 1h 5min
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Camera Basics
Welcome to week 3 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you as a special bonus episode on The Portrait System podcast. If you want to be a part of the live and interact with Nikki and the guests, go to suebryceeducation.com/live every Tuesday at 11am Pacific time. If you are not a member of Sue Bryce Education and want to access the amazing content from the 12 Week Startup that will help you grow your business and become a better photographer, head over to suebryceeducation.com and sign up there.This week, Nikki talks about camera basics with Michele Celentano and Paul Gero.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 7, 2020 • 45min
Successful Fashion and Magazine Photographer Kate Whyte Does it All from her Home Studio
Have you ever felt intimidated by learning about photography? You are not alone! Today's guest is Vancouver based photographer Kate Whyte. Kate has had an impressive career as a fashion and magazine photographer working for huge brands such as Nutella, Ferrero Rocher and Profoto. She also photographed Pamela Anderson, and has done it all from her own home studio! Listen in as Kate shares the secrets of her success and how she was once intimidated to learn about how to use a camera. If you're looking for confidence and inspiration, then this episode is for you!Kate Whyte will be a featured speaker at the 2020 Portrait Masters Live Conference. To learn more about the conference, go to: https://theportraitmasters.com/tickets/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 3, 2020 • 56min
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Pricing & Product
Welcome to week 2 of the 12 Week Startup program! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you as a special bonus episode on The Portrait System podcast. If you want to be a part of the live and interact with Nikki and the guests, go to suebryceeducation.com/live every Tuesday at 11am Pacific time. If you are not a member of Sue Bryce Education and want to access the amazing content from the 12 Week Startup that will help you grow your business and become a better photographer, head over to suebryceeducation.com and sign up there.This week, Nikki talks about pricing and product with Saray Taylor-Roman and Emma Burcusel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 31, 2020 • 1h 14min
World-Renowned Wedding Photographer Jerry Ghionis Shares the Personal and Professional Struggles he Faced on his Way to Success
We have an exceptional guest this week on the Portrait System podcast! World-renowned wedding photographer Jerry Ghionis tells us all about his personal philosophy of success and how he made it to the top. Listen in as Jerry shares the ups and downs of his journey and his professional advice, as well as his personal struggles. Jerry is an open book, and his journey will take you on an emotional roller-coaster that will make you laugh, cry and feel inspired. If you are looking for advice, inspiration or simply entertainment, then this episode is for you!Jerry Ghionis will be a featured speaker at the 2020 Portrait Masters Live Conference. To learn more about the conference, go to: https://theportraitmasters.com/tickets/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 27, 2020 • 46min
Bonus: 12 Week Startup - Studio Setup
The 12 Week Startup program has started! Every Tuesday, host Nikki Closser goes live with special guests, and we record it to give it to you as a special bonus episode on The Portrait System podcast. If you want to be a part of the live and interact with Nikki and the guests, go to suebryceeducation.com/live every Tuesday at 11am Pacific time. If you are not a member of Sue Bryce Education and want to access the amazing content from the 12 Week Startup that will help you grow your business and become a better photographer, head over to suebryceeducation.com and sign up there. This week, Nikki talks studio setup with Hadonica Murphy and Kitti McMeel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 24, 2020 • 56min
How Dress Designer Trista Smith Partnered with Photographers to Grow her Business to a Huge Success
Today, we have a very special guest on the Portrait System podcast! Trista Smith is the owner of Reclamation and a talented dress designer whose dresses have been worn by Pamela Anderson and Jessica Simpson, among others. Listen in as Trista tells us all about how she built her business by immersing herself in the world of photography and networking with photographers she liked so they would promote her work. Throughout the interview, Trista also talks about her personal journey to change her mindset and gain self-confidence. If you are looking for an inspiring story, as well as useful business and networking tips to use in your own business, then this episode is for you!Trista Smith will be a featured speaker at the 2020 Portrait Masters Live Conference. To learn more about the conference, go to: https://theportraitmasters.com/tickets/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


