441: Bridget Eldridge – The honest reality of a day in the life photographer

Premium Members, click here to access this interview in the premium area. Bridget Eldridge of www.bridgeteldridgephotography.com didn't jump at the idea of being interviewed. Her reasons had me even more enthusiastic about having her on the podcast when I was looking to hear about the honest reality of a day in the life photographer. When I landed on her website, following a recommendation from a listener, I knew I wanted to interview her. The photos you'll see on Bridget's site represent real family photos except… it's like someone in the family is a professional photographer to capture the madness, love, messiness, fun, humour and even tears. No colour coordinated outfits or posed and awkward moments. This is all actual “Day In The Life” photography. I emailed Bridget an interview request, and she replied with… I'd be happy to speak with you. I am curious why you're interested in interviewing me. I am not sure if I am what you are looking for in a guest. With coronavirus and having a second baby, I've decided to take a pause in my business for a year until my oldest goes to Kindergarten. I'm spending nap time focused on photography projects I've been working on for years. (I used to spend nap time working on my business.) I've tried many different things business-wise and finally realised that I have to stay true to myself in how I run my business when I return. Everything from what I'm willing to shoot to how I will define success for myself. I'm happy, to be honest about that. I've also learned how important it is to work on my art for myself. I don't think everyone who loves photography should run a business. I believe that running a photography business is about running a business, not about pursuing art. I might not be the most “Rah! Rah! You can start your own photography business” guest, but I am happy, to be honest, and tell you what I love, hate, and how important I think personal projects are so you don't get burned out. In this interview, you'll hear the honest reality of what it's like to run a day in the life family portrait photography business.  Here's some more of what we cover in the interview: What’s on Offer for Premium Members If you’re a premium member, you should have received an email with links to your version of this interview – the full length and more revealing version where you hear the absolute best tips and advice from every guest. If you’re on the fence about becoming a premium member, join with the $1 trial today and get access to the FULL interviews each week, get access to an amazing back catalogue of interviews and ALL future interviews delivered automatically to your phone or tablet. Plus special member-only interviews. The more I know a family, the more I feel love for them and feel part of their family. The more I care about them, the more I can get to a deeper place in myself. — Bridget Eldridge You'll also receive access to the members-only Secret Facebook Group where you can connect with other Premium Members and interview guests to help, support and motivate you to take ideas you hear in each episode and put them into action. There are also FB live video tutorials, role-play interviews and special live interviews happening in the group. You will not find more friendly, more motivated, caring and sharing photographers online. Seriously, that's not all. In addition to everything above, you'll get access and instructions on forming or joining a MasterMind Group with other premium members. These groups are super motivating,