In honor of Mother's Day, I wrote this one for you, inspired by my two little angels Jack and Sophie. If you’re a mom building a dream while raising tiny humans, press play. This is for the days you feel behind. For the nights you question whether it’s all worth it. It’s a moment of stillness, a reminder that your dreams do matter. Because the truth is you’re not falling behind. You’re building something beautiful even on the days when it’s hard to see it. I hope this brings you peace today. This guided meditation is part of The Photography Practice, my new creative membership for photographers ready to reconnect with their art and themselves, which is coming soon. Join the waitlist here: 👉 https://horizonfound.com/photography-practice-waitlist Tune in and take a moment for yourself today. Join the Horizon Found Community on Facebook: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/ Grab our free Manual Mode Cheat Sheet: 👉 https://resources.horizonfound.com/ Follow us on Instagram: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound
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72: *Student Success* How She Rebuilt Her Life and Started a Photography Career in Her 30s with Portrait Photographer Paige Fremder
What if everything you thought you’d spend your life doing… suddenly wasn’t possible anymore? In todays episode, I’m sitting down with Paige Fremder—a portrait photographer, TPP alumni, and former professional musician in the Army Band—whose career took a turn she never saw coming. After a series of physical injuries and surgeries left her unable to continue performing at the level her job demanded, Paige made the incredibly hard decision to leave her career behind. She was in recovery, exhausted, a mom of two—and looking for something that could bring purpose, creativity, and stability into this new chapter of her life. That’s when she found photography. Her first goal? Make enough money to pay for a cleaning service once a month. And before she even finished The Photographer’s Path, she had done exactly that—and more. Since then, Paige has grown a business she never expected—one built not on the latest marketing trends and strategy, but on kindness, community, and consistently showing up. In this episode, she shares how she started, what helped her keep going, and what she would say to anyone feeling like they’re too late, too behind, or too uncertain to begin. Check out Paige's incredible work here: https://www.instagram.com/heynextpaige/ https://www.heynextpaige.com/ Check out Brandyn's incredible work here: https://www.instagram.com/brandynhphoto/ https://brandynhphoto.com/ Check out Claudia's Episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-photographers-podcast/id1630558500?i=1000644797183 JOIN THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST HERE: https://www.horizonfound.com/path JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/ GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound
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71: *Student Success* How She Built a Fully Booked Photography Business (After Years of Slow Seasons) with Wedding Photographer Sam Marie
If you’re a photographer trying to build your dream photography business—and it’s taking longer than you thought, this episode is for you. Let me introduce you to the lovely Sam of SA Photo and Film. Sam is a Southern California wedding photographer, a mom of two, and a Photographer’s Path alumni who built her business from the ground up. She didn’t go viral. She didn’t “make it” overnight. What she did do? She kept going. In this episode, we talk about what it really looks like to grow a photography business, especially in the early years. Sam shares how she stayed committed through slow seasons, built confidence as a beginner, and how her husband now shoots video alongside her as they work with dream clients across the country. Whether you’re just starting out, trying to book more clients, or wondering if you’re even good enough to make this your career—this conversation is a reminder that growth takes time. You'll learn: What it really looks like to grow as a photographer How to stay motivated when the bookings feel slow Why your timeline doesn’t determine your talent What’s possible when you keep showing up, even when it’s hard If you're a beginner wedding photographer or creative in your first few years—this is the encouragement you've been needing. Whether you're just starting out, stuck in a season of doubt, or wondering if this path is really meant for you—this conversation will remind you: your dream is so worth the wait. Check out Sam + Austin's incredible work here: https://saphotoandfilm.com/ PS. don't forget to follow them on IG https://www.instagram.com/saphotoandfilm/ ______ Wanna see Molly's amazing work too? https://www.instagram.com/wildlotuscreative/ https://wildlotuscreative.com/ ______ Join the Photographer’s Path waitlist here: https://www.horizonfound.com/path Join the Horizon Found Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/ Grab our free manual mode cheat sheet: https://resources.horizonfound.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound
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70: No One Knows What They’re Doing (at first) You’re Allowed to Be New at This!
Let’s be honest: we all want to be great right away. But the truth is, every confident photographer you look up to? They started out unsure too. In this episode, we’re diving into the creative fears that show up—when you’re trying something new, stepping into a new skill, or finally saying yes to the dream that’s been tugging at you for way too long. This episode is the reminder you didn’t know you needed. You’ll hear a real story about a mistake I major mistake I just made on a shoot (yep, one that would’ve wrecked me a few years ago) and how I chose to keep going anyway. Because building a photography career, developing your creative voice, and growing your confidence? That comes from doing. Not waiting to be perfect. This episode will help you: Let go of the pressure to get it right the first time Reframe what it means to be a “beginner” Take your next creative step—without fear holding you back It’s time to stop waiting. Start the thing. Say yes to what’s calling you. You’ll learn more in the doing than you ever will in the planning. See Audree's incredible work here! https://www.instagram.com/storytellingwithaud/ https://storytellingwithaud.co/ JOIN THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST HERE: https://www.horizonfound.com/path JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/ GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound
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69: For the Photographer Who Feels Like They’ll Never Be Enough
If you’ve found your way here, I want you to know this: you’re not alone. If you’ve ever looked around and wondered if you’re falling behind… If you’ve questioned whether all the effort, all the waiting, all the late nights editing or dreaming or doubting—will ever lead to something real… I created this episode for you. Inside, I’m sharing something really personal, something I wrote after coming back to my camera and realizing just how many seasons I’ve spent questioning my place in all of this, too. This isn’t about pushing harder or rushing to catch up. It’s a gentle space to reflect. A moment to breathe. And a reminder that growth doesn’t always look like progress from the outside. Whether you’re just starting out, coming back after a break, or sitting in the waiting, I hope this meets you exactly where you are and helps you feel a little more grounded in your path. You’re not behind. You’re growing in your own time. And there is still space for you here. ––– JOIN THE PHOTOGRAPHY PRACTICE WAITLIST HERE: https://horizonfound.com/photography-practice-waitlist GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound
If you’re looking for a supportive space to learn, grow and evolve as a photographer this podcast is for you! I’m Nicole Hill, your host, your peer AND your photography BFF.
As a fashion photographer, I’ve had my work in everything from magazine covers to campaigns around the world—And as an educator and creator of Horizon Found—I’ve helped thousands of women build photography businesses, gain confidence and find a joy they never thought was possible. They’ve transformed their lives through photography and I’m here to help you do the same.
Whether you’re a beginner photographer who just got their camera or an experienced professional looking for guidance to point you in the right direction, I’ve got you covered. My mission is to help you become the photographer you always dreamed of being, because I’m a firm believer that there’s enough room in this industry for every single one of us.
There are no secrets here! When you join me each week, you’ll learn through raw & real coaching, inspiration, guidance, strategies and actionable advice, to help you build the life of your dreams starting today. It’s time to let go of the stress, overwhelm and fear. Get ready to feel empowered, to laugh and to rethink everything you thought was possible, because you are capable of SO much more than you think.
Welcome to The Photographer’s Podcast!
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