What if turning your photography or videography hobby into a business actually fuels your passion instead of killing it?
In this episode of Beyond the Studio, Brent Pierce breaks down the common myth that going professional drains creativity. Drawing from his own journey of turning videography from a weekend hobby into a full-time career, Brent shares why structure, accountability, and monetization didn’t ruin the fun — they made it better.
You’ll hear:
Why fear is what really holds creatives back
How turning your hobby into a business creates clarity and structure
Why getting paid can actually make you better at your craft
How making your passion your main hustle can light a fire under you
Why taking the leap to full-time freelance is often less risky than you think
If you’re a photographer, videographer, or creative who’s been stuck treating your passion like a side hustle — this episode is for you.
Sometimes the spark doesn’t disappear when you go pro. Sometimes it turns into a wildfire.
Starting a podcast? Feeling overwhelmed by cameras, lighting, editing, and everything that comes with “doing video”? In this episode of Beyond the Studio, Brent Pierce breaks down the single biggest mistake new podcasters make: trying to run before they can even crawl.
Brent shares the same advice he gives every beginner who wants to jump straight into video production — start small. Begin with audio. Learn the fundamentals. Build consistency. Give yourself permission to suck in the beginning and grow through the early awkward episodes.
You’ll learn:
Why audio-only is the best way to start
How fake “hurdles” (like buying gear) keep you from actually recording
Why you should set a simple goal of 10 episodes
How progress compounds as you gain experience
When it actually makes sense to add video
If you’ve been stuck planning instead of recording, this episode will get you out of your head and into action — using nothing more than your phone and a cheap mic.
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In this episode, Brent Pierce — owner of a 2,800-square-foot photography, video, and podcast studio in the Austin, Texas area — breaks down what it really takes to price your studio rental services.
Learn how location, competition, and studio size all play a major role in your pricing strategy. Brent shares his real-world experience starting at $95/hour and how he adjusted over time to reflect market demand, overhead costs, and client feedback.
You’ll also hear practical advice on:
How to research studio rental pricing in your market
Why you should avoid being the “cheapest in town”
Factoring in utilities, cleaning, and other overhead
Creating membership or package pricing for loyal clients
Building a community through consistent renters
Whether you’re running a photography studio, content studio, or podcast space, this episode gives you actionable insight to price your studio confidently — and profitably.
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