Natasha and I met because we were both older photographers (I go into the story on the Podcast). So it seemed like the obvious choice to ask my dear friend to join me in a discussion about age. A topic in our business that just isn't talked about. Aging in photography. How being an older photographer is both hard and a strength. How getting started with our photography businesses later gave us a leg up. And because of our age, our why's are so different than the norm. In a profession that is filled with 20 and 30 somethings, diving into this topic is bringing ageism out of the shadows and into the spotlight. A very welcomed thing!
Takeaways
Being an older woman in the photography industry can bring both benefits and challenges.
Age can be a superpower in family photography, as it brings wisdom, experience, and a sense of calm.
Connecting with clients is not necessarily harder because of age; in fact, it can be an advantage as clients see older photographers as wise and experienced.
Physical limitations, such as getting down on the floor for long periods of time, can be a challenge for older photographers.
Authenticity and relatability can still be achieved by older photographers, as they have gone through similar stages of parenthood and can offer guidance and understanding to clients.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Connection through Age
02:54 The Superpower of Age in Family Photography
05:05 Authenticity and Relatability as an Older Photographer
06:56 Dealing with Physical Limitations
09:01 Connecting with Clients as an Older Photographer
10:57 Different Journeys in Photography
Bio
Natasha Sewell (NPS Photography) is a lifestyle family and newborn photographer serving the Washington, D.C. area with 11+ years of experience. Her goal is to capture your life in its just as it is--beautiful, joyful, unscripted, and in the most tender of places: your home. Natasha is also a photography mentor and coach.
Links:
website: https://npsphotography.cominstagram: https://instagram.com/npsphotographyFreebie Prompt Guide for Photographers: https://npsphotography.myflodesk.com/l34uccv2h4Mentoring/Coaching: https://npsphotography.com/photographer-mentoring-and-education/