Sign-up to our newsletter for a FREE budget calculator! - https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareIn this episode, we dive into the ongoing challenge every creative faces: balancing the craft with the business. It’s easy to focus on the art when you’re just starting out, but as opportunities grow, the admin, marketing, and processes can quickly take over, and often at the expense of creativity.We break it all down step by step: from the early days of pure experimentation, to the growth stage where business becomes unavoidable, and finally to the strategies and systems that help us find balance today. Along the way, we share our own processes, practical steps you can implement right now, and even how lifestyle decisions play a role in keeping your creative energy intact.Outside of the main discussion, we also touch on what the recipe is for a good shoot, a brief note from James Clear’s newsletter, the new Canon C50 (released after this episode was recorded), and the resurgence of compact digital cameras.This one’s a mix of industry chat, personal reflection, and actionable takeaways. Perfect for anyone trying to navigate the fine line between being a creative and running a creative business.CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro01:37 - Ingredients for a good shoot07:55 - Canon C5011:25 - Apple event & innovation14:30 - Compact digital cameras17:08 - Balancing business & creativity18:45 - Creative side, craft, experimentation, early career23:25 - Growth stages, business, marketing, vision, processes28:50 - Our own processes35:50 - Processes to implement right now43:40 - Matt’s photography processes47:23 - Lifestyle decisionsSTAY CONNECTED WITH US!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lateinvoices/Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LHl6iPM84u6L0oBsPWrYb?si=9TzClF-5RZm7GmodEFgElQ
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#087 | William Drumm: Shooting Billie Eilish, Underwater Photography & Collaboration in Creativity
Sign-up to our newsletter for a FREE budget calculator! - https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareThis week we’re joined by William Drumm, an incredible underwater photographer whose work captures the surreal beauty of life beneath the surface. William takes us through his journey into underwater photography, the challenges of turning such a unique craft into a career, and the preparation that goes into every shoot. From equipment to safety to directing talent underwater.We dive into his unforgettable experience shooting Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft album cover, exploring what it was like on set with Billie, the collaboration that made it possible, and the post-production that brought it to life. William also opens up about what happened next, how that project shaped his career, and why balancing the creative and business sides of photography is essential.Whether you’re a photographer, filmmaker, or just curious about what it takes to shoot in some of the most challenging environments, this episode is packed with stories, lessons, and practical pointers from one of the most unique perspectives in the industry.CONNECT WITH WILLIAM!IG: https://www.instagram.com/williamdrumm/Website: https://williamdrumm.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadqMMmr4TWchjJlyE88GC0izYo4iyQQRuuaM80DI06E9WQPJrlAV0ovxHeRdg_aem_uZmZd7EFRQmXvosTqqtH_gCHAPTERS00:00 - Intro02:50 - Journey Into Underwater Photography06:15 - Earning Money with Underwater Photography09:55 - Most Difficult & Memorable Underwater Photography Experience18:00 - Preparing Underwater Shoots & Choosing the Right Equipment24:20 - Shooting Billie Eilish Album Cover33:10 - On-set with Billie Eilish43:35 - Importance of Collaboration in Creativity47:02 - Post-production on the Billie Eilish Album Cover50:24 - Career after Billie Eilish Project57:00 - Underwater Photography Pointers01:05:10 - Balancing Business & CreativitySTAY CONNECTED WITH US!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lateinvoices/Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LHl6iPM84u6L0oBsPWrYb?si=9TzClF-5RZm7GmodEFgElQ
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#086 | Project Breakdown & Trusting Your Creativity (Pt. 2)
Sign-up to our newsletter for a FREE budget calculator! - https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareIn part two of breaking down Matt’s latest personal project, we go deeper into what happens once the concept is set. We talk about working with talent and models. From reaching out to agencies or beginner models, to building trust on set and understanding that every shoot needs time to warm up before you can push for the hardest shots.We then dive into the post-shoot process: backing up your files (twice… and then again), making final selects, and collaborating with other creatives to take your project to the highest level in post-production.But the most important stage of all? Sharing your work. We break down how to present your projects online and in your portfolio, why perception can often matter more than pure skill, and how rolling out your work in the right way can be the deciding factor in how far it actually takes you. Because a project isn’t finished until the world sees it.CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro01:01 - How to reach out to talent & modelling agencies06:42 - Creative deck & mood board08:20 - Photography backdrops10:36 - Shoot scheduling13:30 - Pre-production16:20 - Shoot day17:30 - Working with a model24:00 - Prioritise shots26:18 - Shoot wrapping29:10 - Spending longer on specific shots31:26 - Backing up files & multiple copies34:27 - Post-production processes39:50 - Sharing your work processesSTAY CONNECTED WITH US!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lateinvoices/Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LHl6iPM84u6L0oBsPWrYb?si=9TzClF-5RZm7GmodEFgElQ
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#085 | Personal Project Breakdown & Trusting Your Creativity
Sign-up to our newsletter for a FREE budget calculator! - https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareWe break down Matt’s latest personal project! Diving into the creative processes of personal projects, why personal projects matter, the investment and commitment they require, and how to trust your own creativity in the process. We talk about defining a clear goal for your projects , building references and mood boards, and how to approach casting talent for your vision.But the work doesn’t end once the shoot wraps. We get into the strategy and thought-process of how to share your projects with the world, updating your portfolio, rolling content out online, and using behind-the-scenes to extend the life of your work. Completing your project is not the end, once you hit export, it's just the start of the presentation phase.This episode is part one of a two-part series, setting the stage for next week where we’ll cover how to actually source and hire great talent, plus the post-production workflows that bring a personal project to its final form.CHAPTERS03:23 — Investment & Commitment to Personal Projects07:40 — Post-Shoot Process & Presenting Your Work16:20 — Trusting Your Creativity23:15 — Defining the Clear Goal for your Personal Project29:20 — Concept, References & Mood boarding37:22 — Finding the Talent/ Model42:56 — What’s NextSTAY CONNECTED WITH US!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lateinvoices/Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LHl6iPM84u6L0oBsPWrYb?si=9TzClF-5RZm7GmodEFgElQ
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#084 | Kodak Bankruptcy, Limitations In Creativity & Primes VS Zoom Lenses
Sign-up to our newsletter for a FREE budget calculator! - https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareThis week we catch up on the latest in the creative industry, from Kodak’s rumored bankruptcy (and their swift denial) to Sony’s announcement of the RX1R III at a hefty £4,199 price tag… without IBIS. We dive deep into prime vs. zoom lenses, weighing the pros and cons, why primes often push you to be more creative, and how limitations can actually elevate your work. We highlight photographer Cortney White’s shoot on a fixed 135mm prime as proof of just that.We also talk gear minimalism, why experienced creatives often gravitate toward smaller setups, and how client perception can change depending on whether you show up with huge pro gear or a compact camera that delivers the same results.Follow Cortney White!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cortneywhite_CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro04:56 - Merchandise Launch and Creative Process11:47 - Camera Technology Updates: Sony RX1R Mark III16:37 - Kodak's Financial Struggles21:56 - ChatGPT-5 Release25:34 - Primes vs. Zoom Lenses38:32 - Embracing Gear Minimalism46:03 - Challenges and Experiments with LensesSTAY CONNECTED WITH US!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lateinvoices/Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LHl6iPM84u6L0oBsPWrYb?si=9TzClF-5RZm7GmodEFgElQ
Cameron Hall (DoP) and Matt Pearson (Photographer) have been working in the creative industry for almost a decade. This podcast is here to share stories, insights, lessons learned, industry secrets, and talented guests of the creative industry. Cameron's services sports and automotive, having worked with Aston Martin, McLaren, Sports Direct, GQ and more. Matt services sports, having worked with the likes of Puma, Adidas, the NFL, Chelsea FC, Man City and more.
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