From Photographer to CEO: What I Learned from Vanessa Joy About Business, Client Experience & Profit

by Brett | Feb 12, 2026 | EDITORIAL, PHOTOGRAPHERS, WEDDINGS

After more than two decades in the photography industry, I’ve had the privilege of watching trends come and go. Styles evolve. Technology shifts. Platforms rise and fall. But one thing never changes: The photographers who succeed long-term understand business. In a...

The Art, Emotion, and Business of Motherhood Portraiture with Kelsey Freeman

by Brett | Dec 18, 2025 | EDITORIAL, PERSONAL, PHOTOGRAPHERS, PORTRAITS, PRESS, WEDDINGS

In this episode of the podcast, I sat down with Kelsey Freeman, a maternity, newborn, and family photographer whose work is instantly recognisable for its warmth, vibrant colour, and emotional honesty. What started as a conversation about photography quickly evolved...

Unlocking Portrait Photography Excellence with David Shoukry

by Brett | Oct 28, 2025 | EDITORIAL, PHOTOGRAPHERS, Uncategorized

In my latest podcast episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with David Shoukry, a London-based portrait photographer whose work is celebrated for its elegance, authenticity, and attention to detail. Known for his signature style and thoughtful approach to client...

Elevating Your Photography Business: Lessons from Ben Hartley and Brett Florens

by Brett | Aug 25, 2025 | EDITORIAL, PERSONAL, PHOTOGRAPHERS, PORTRAITS, PRESS, WEDDINGS

Elevating Your Photography Business: Lessons from Ben Hartley and Brett Florens In a recent conversation between internationally renowned photographers Ben Hartley and Brett Florens, the two explored what it takes to grow a photography business beyond “just taking...

Albania: A Road Trip Through the Balkans You Didn’t Know You Needed

by Brett | Aug 6, 2025 | EDITORIAL, PERSONAL, Uncategorized

A few weeks ago, Andrea and I went on a two-week holiday to Albania — not exactly the destination I ever imagined would be on my travel bucket list. And yet, it turned out to be one of the most memorable trips we’ve ever taken. Since coming back, I’ve had a lot of...