We’re back with another episode. This time, we’re talking to Kirt, an awesome California-based photographer who has found amazing success in just 2 years. His website and Instagram really speak for themselves, with every image having its own story to tell and a real sense of tenderness between each of the couples. In our chat, we cover how he started, his secret to engaging with a couple and how to create special moments on shoot. Say hello to Kirt Kirt has had a meteoric rise in the world...

After having a somewhat nomadic upbringing, Jai wanted to combine his unique perspective on love and all of its beauty with something creative. And hence Free The Bird, his wedding photography business, was born in 2013. Since then, the Free The Bird has grown astronomically, allowing him to build his empire of revenue streams. Jai has an insatiable energy and courage which has taken him to new heights. Never afraid to fail or look stupid. Leading him to an undeniable amount of...

Today’s guest believes that weddings should be done in their ways, and not from the expectations of others. Tasmania -based wedding photographer that captures intimate weddings, elopements, and couples' photographs. Jon was just traveling the world when he realised to take risks and go for it, so he did. He started his business out of his passion for photography. With his eye for creativity, he uses his outstanding unique styles to capture natural wedding moments with his photographs! In...

Kate Roberge’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game: Just go for it. Shoot a lot. Just be humble. Additional implementable task: Don’t focus on the followers on Instagram Today’s guest has got what it takes to be a wedding photographer. Kate Roberge is a Queenstown-based photographer who loves the idea of romance, weddings, and photography. Kate loves to take simple yet extraordinary photographs that perfectly capture authentic wedding moments. With her creativity, she...

Today’s episode would take a different turn. I didn’t have a conversation with any photographers. Instead of chatting with them, I would be sharing my thoughts, first impressions, and reviews when I invested with different equipments that could help improve my photographs. In this episode, I would also share this dynamic technique that would definitely help you book more weddings. Aside from that, there would also be special offers and giveaways that would only be exclusive with Escaping the...

Eric Ronald’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game: Be accountable to yourself. Hone your crafts. Seek out and consume art that inspires you. Today’s guest is someone who likes to do things his own way. Eric Ronald is a filmmaker turned wedding photographer. Based in Melbourne, he loves to explore new styles in his photographs and it never fails to surprise everyone. The visual storyteller dedicates his work in capturing authentic moments. With his out-of-the-box...

Andrew and Grace’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game: Get an awesome partner. Go to a workshop that can actually connect you with people. Stop looking at wedding content. Today’s guest are two gifted individuals who knows how to take storytelling and films to the next level. Grace and Andrew (also known as Grandrew), are the geniuses behind Bottlebrush Films. The power couple are master storytellers and it’s evident in each of the masterpieces they’ve created....

Greta Kenyon’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game: Pair up with a florist and a stylist – then shoot something. Have a look at my business and to think about ways you can diversify. Keep reaching out to your friends in the industry. Today’s guest is someone who challenges to get out of her comfort zone. Greta Kenyon has already been a wedding photographer for 8 years. Based from Auckland, she is also a founder of Together Journal. With Greta’s idea to share...

Escaping the Ordinary Podcast – Niki Boon Niki Boon’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game: Keep shooting. Be curious. Be deliberate about what you do. Today’s guest is someone who values simplicity and freedom above all else. Niki Boon is a former paediatric physiotherapist turned self-taught photographer from rural New Zealand. She loves capturing authentic moments of her children and sharing them with the world. Hailed as an IPA winner in the people category...

Craig Tuffin’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game: Develop the idea. Research. Develop your practice. Today’s guest is a notable photographer and teacher, and for over a decade now, he’s been creating one-of-a-kind masterpieces using 19th century photographic processes. He is also a talented artist and a finalist in the 2020 Head On Portrait Award. Craig Tuffin is not your average photographer. Based in Kingscliff, he is one of the very few in Australia that works...

Focus on your couples and on your photography. Know your strengths and know what you’re really good at. Realise that people are where they are now because of time. If you stick at something for a long period of time and you enjoy it, you’ll get somewhere.Today’s guest is someone who has had a massive influence on my work. When you see her masterpieces, it’s easy to see why. Danelle Bohane is a New Zealand-based photographer who’s also recognised as one of the world’s best. Named as the...

Escaping the Ordinary Podcast - James Broadbent James Broadbent’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game 1. Generate some content to build your portfolio. 2. Reach out to different people within the industry and work with them. 3. Try and get to know as many people as you can. Reach out to people who are really inspirational. Today’s guest is someone I’ve been really looking forward to interviewing. James Broadbent is an all-rounder who makes combining entrepreneurship...

Solo Podcast - 5 Tips to Run a Successful Business Today’s show is a deviation from our usual format. With that said, I didn’t interview any guest. Rather, I talked about my top 5 tips for creating a successful photography business. The information I shared in this episode is a reiteration of a free webinar I held June of this year. If you missed that one, listening to this episode is the next best thing! Aside from sharing the top 5 tips I have used myself, I also shared some of the...

Aaron Shum’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game Give yourself time Push yourself in different light environments Educate yourself Additional tip: 4. Focus on what’s in front of you Today’s guest is a great friend, exceptional photographer, and overall incredible guy. Based in the Sunshine Coast, Aaron has been in the professional scene for a decade now. Passionate and always present, Aaron’s work captures unspoken details, cherished moments, and devoted passion....

Escaping the Ordinary EP10 - Jai Long Jai Long’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game Send out surveys to past clients Invest in the right things Do your numbers Today’s guest is an absolute powerhouse with an infectious energy and enviable hustle. Always on top of his game and a mile ahead of everyone else, Jai Long is undoubtedly an inspiration to many. Jai is a gifted photographer, peerless educator, brilliant podcaster, and prolific creative entrepreneur. To...

Johl Dunn’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game 1. Have a morning routine 2. Switch off your phone 3. Work on you While unfortunate to note, there is one key factor to success (both professional and personal) many people often neglect: mindset. Whether we are aware of it or not, our mindset will have a direct impact on our behaviour and how we approach business in particular and life in general. That being said, the importance of getting this one fundamental...

Escaping the Ordinary - Reuben Bergola For most accountants, there is nothing more terrifying, risky, or costly than business owners showing up at their office at year’s end with a shoebox full of bank statements and receipts. If anything, the importance (and peerless benefits) of properly tracking and managing financial information cannot be overstated. To drive this point home, I talked to my trusted bookkeeper, Reuben Bergola. Reuben is the managing director of The ECommerce Accountant...

oel Alston’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game Write down your top 3 values See if your business is currently fulfilling those values Do things that are outside your industry There is one definition of authenticity today’s guest truly embodies—“knowing who you are and being brave enough to live it.” Joel Alston is not your typical Aussie photographer. While others are quick to jump in on the current trends and conform, this uniquely expressive human would rather...

Oli Sansom’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game Separate your ego from the platforms you’re using Diversify your inputs See what you can make lean Oli Sansom is both fascinating and otherwordly. However, he is so much more. In his own words, he’s an artist, art-anarchist, documenter, moment seeker, crowd pleaser, stress breezer, comfort dealer, photo taker, memory baker, and rule breaker. While his wit, humour, and way with words is evident when you visit his...

Si Moore’s 3 implementable tasks that you can do to level up your game Take control of what you’re doing Take control of your creative diet Get a crew This episode is extra special since I got to interview a good friend, an exceptional mentor, and someone I look up to—Si Moore. Truth be told, it’s hard to run out of compliments when describing Si. Loving, generous, genius, film guru, wonderful friend, craftsman, butterfly breeder, lover of fine things, and overall beautiful man, Si is all...

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...

Today’s talented guest is hailed as one of the world’s best wedding photographers and with good reason. After all, his amazing work has helped put destination weddings as well as Iceland on top of the map!Gabe McClintock is fascinated by human connection and light and his fascination for both is evident in his brilliant work. In this episode, Gabe candidly talked about how he transitioned from working locally to working overseas. However, that’s just for starters.Gabe also shared many...

Shay shares implementable stratagies you can use to market, to be there when customers are ready to purchase. With Covid-19 going on Shay talks about pivoting the business and also what he is doing as he is in the market for a wedding photographer.

Welcome to the first-ever episode of Escaping The Ordinary podcast. I am Ryan Teague, the host and the one who will be bringing you weekly episodes with guests with such incredible insight and knowledge who will show you how to turn your business and photography into something more. In this episode, I share why I have started Escaping The Ordinary Podcast and how leaning into escaping the ordinary has helped me live the life of my dreams etc.