Generalizing vs. Specializing - What's Better for You

Every photographer comes to a point in their career where they have to face ONE important question - should I generalize or specialize? If you have ever wondered whether you should be photographing everything that comes your way or focus on shooting a particular niche, this episode is for you!

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Improve Your Wedding Client's Experience in Just 10 Minutes

I have a very quick and simple tip for all you photographers out there. And while it's super easy and effortless to implement into your wedding workflow, it's something that will make a huge difference for you and your clients.

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Glen Drummond Farm Wedding / Danielle + Justin

Danielle and Justin got married at Glen Drummond Farm at Dundas, Ontario with the most incredible view behind them - a vast landscape as far as the eye can see, blue skies and the sun shining above them. Talk about picture-perfect. Documentary style wedding photography by Sara Monika.

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Top 10 Laid back Outdoor Wedding Venues in Ontario

Knowing that when I get married, I will want a laid back outdoor wedding, I’ve paid close attention to every wedding venue I've photographed. I’ve been able to narrow down these top 10 best laid back outdoor wedding venues in Ontario for you that I personally have had amazing experiences with!

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Why I REFUSE To Use Story Filters on Instagram

I refuse to use story filters on Instagram and in this episode I talk about the WHY behind it. As the world becomes more digital, we’re reaching a point where so many things we see online have a filter. The WHY behind what we do is so important since every action and decision can build our confidence or break it down.

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Sentimental Evergreen Brickworks Wedding/ Leslie + Damien

Before the ceremony, Leslie and Damien were able to have some alone time together at the venue. And what a gorgeous venue it was - Evergreen Brickworks. The whole day was so magical - the sun was shining bright and there was so much happiness and love in the air.

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How to Chase "Unrealistic" Dreams + Actually Achieve Them

In this episode, the focus is on chasing “unrealistic” dreams and actually achieving them by streamlining your goal-setting process. The year 2020 is here so let’s get it off to a great start! In this episode, I walk you through my easy-to-follow seven-step process to setting goals and mapping them out in order to make them a reality. 

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Best Wedding Moments of 2019 by Sara Monika

Every time I put together the Best Wedding Moments of 2019 slideshow and watch it when it’s completed, I cry my eyes out, in a good way - lol. If you want a little reminder of what matters most in life (connection + love), then watch the 3 minutes slideshow + let me take you on a raw love journey!

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How to Leave Your 9-5 Job and Become a Photographer

In my first episode featuring a guest, I talk to my client-turned-friend Sam from Samantha Joy Photography as she shares her journey going from a 9-5 corporate job to going full-time as a photography business owner in only two and half years.

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Enoch Turner Schoolhouse Wedding/ Kaitlyn + John

Then they went over to Enoch Turner Schoolhouse for the second ceremony and the reception with all the other guests. I love that they did it their way - they wanted to have two ceremonies for two reasons and that's exactly what they did. And it was truly magical.

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The Easiest Way To Make More Money As a Wedding Photographer

Money can be such a tricky topic - we all want to make more of it but you know what? In order to do that, you have to make a change and do it now! Yes, start right now! In this blog, I share actionable steps that you can take as a wedding photographer to earn more money every year and grow your business.

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