Description
Epic locations, hip couples, and an enchanting aesthetic that celebrates connection, beauty, and emotion—these are just some of the things that fully embody what Chasewild is all about!
Chasewild is the brainchild of Cameron Thorp and James Broadbent, two gifted and extraordinary photographers whose gripping styles and aesthetics have taken wedding photography to the next level.
In this episode, we talked to Cam about their processes, style, and many of the things that has helped them build the Chasewild brand into what it is today. If you need some lessons and insights from someone who has a keen eye for the emotive and adventurous, this episode is for you!
Key Takeaways
How Chasewild started and how they got it to where it is right now
What their aim was when they created their blog
His thoughts on the whole COVID-19 thing and what they’ve been up to
The value he finds in working with a partner
How they work as partners and the advantages of working with one
The caveat to their 50/50 set up
How they work out differences in their creative styles
Biggest thing that holds most photographers back
How they settled in on their current style and aesthetic
How far they push it when it comes to giving clients ideas
Typical number of shoots they do in a year
Insight into their workshops
Biggest mistake most photographers commit in terms of editing
How they go about their editing process
Great tips on how to achieve image consistency
Suggestions for photographers who would like to build their Instagram following organically
Three implementable tips/tasks that can help photographers improve their game and level up their business
Quotes
“I think the whole COVID thing is like a little bit of a reset button for everyone to like, everyone in the wedding industry anyways, to rethink what they’re up to, what their goals are for their business.”
“Two minds, I think, are better than one.”
“It was so helpful to have each other to critique our work, tell each other about new things that we were learning and I think that really speeds up our learning process.”
“We kinda rub off on each other.”
“You gotta look at your own work and you’ve got to notice what you like and do that more.”
Links
Chasewild Website - https://www.chasewild.com/chasewild-journal/a-guide-to-intimate-weddings-in-new-zealand
Chasewild Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chasewildphotos/?igshid=1fdtrt7vmvyhd
Chasewild Wedding Portfolio - https://www.chasewild.com/weddings
Recent Journal Posts - https://www.chasewild.com/journal
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