This isn’t a hate fest on amateur photographers — we all start somewhere. But some amateurs? They just can’t be told. They leap into pro work without the skills, refuse critique, and confuse mates’ compliments with client-level quality. In this episode, I dig into the psychology behind it — from the Dunning–Kruger effect to social media dopamine hits, and even why some men can’t handle being corrected by women in this industry.

If you’ve ever wondered why some photographers crash and burn, or how arrogance drags the whole industry down, this is the blunt truth you need to hear. And if you’re an amateur who listens, learns, and works hard — don’t worry, this isn’t about you. It’s about the ones who think they’re pros before they’re ready

#PhotographyPodcast #DunningKruger #AmateurToPro #PhotographyBusiness #TheLoudLens

Everyone’s obsessed with going viral—but what happens when your business becomes all about chasing likes instead of serving clients? In this brutally honest episode of The Loud Lens, I dive into why so many photographers (especially here in the UK) are gambling on virality as their main marketing strategy—and why it’s a dangerous trap.

We’ll get into:
🔥 The good side of going viral (extra revenue streams, ad deals, visibility)
🔥 The ugly side (burnout, forgotten clients, unsustainable business)
🔥 Why trend-watching matters—and how to use tools like Google Trends, YouTube Trends, TikTok, and Instagram Explore to stay relevant without selling your soul
🔥 Real examples of creators who won big—and those who crashed hard

If you’re a new photographer or struggling with your marketing, this episode will slap you with the reality check you need. Going viral is fun—but it’s not a business model.

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Natural light is trending hard. Blue hour portraits, nostalgic film edits, AI-manipulated wedding shots — they’re all over TikTok, Pinterest, and your clients’ mood boards. But here’s the catch: winter in the UK means light vanishes by 3pm, and clouds are basically the default backdrop.

In this episode of The Loud Lens, I’m breaking down the hottest photography trends right now, showing you real examples of how top photographers actually use them, and giving you the no-bullshit truth about when to adapt… and when to walk away.

You’ll learn how to spot trends before your clients do (hello Google Alerts), how to prepare your business for “Pinterest expectations,” and why chasing hype without skill could ruin your reputation.

If you want to stay ahead of the industry, deliver what clients are asking for, and avoid falling into trend-chasing traps — this is the episode you can’t afford to skip.

Taylor Swift said “yes.” Travis Kelce bent the “wrong” knee. Instagram crashed. And photographers… lost the plot. Instead of learning from the moment, many went online to slate the photos—and in doing so, they revealed why they’re struggling to get clients.

This week on The Loud Lens, Khandie Rees is calling it out: why slagging off celebrity shoots makes you look like a bitter amateur, how negativity kills your bookings, and the smarter way to twist big cultural moments into attention-grabbing marketing for YOUR brand.

Spoiler: the only person you’re hurting with your rants is you.

"No one’s booking your branding photography sessions? Spoiler alert—it’s not the algorithm, it’s not the economy, and it’s not because clients ‘don’t get the value.’ It’s YOU.

In this brutally honest Loud Lens episode, Khandie rips the lid off why so many photographers are struggling to sell branding shoots. From shocking personal branding, cliché poses, and copycat styles to not understanding business, marketing, or even who your clients actually are—you’ll hear every ugly truth laid bare.

This isn’t about bashing you for the sake of it. It’s about waking you up. Because branding photography is BOOMING right now—but if your inbox is dead, you’re the problem.

Expect rants, facts, and zero sugar-coating. If you’re serious about turning branding photography into a profitable niche, this is the episode that’ll slap you in the face and get you moving.”

Everyone wants to shoot bands. The flashing lights, the pit access, the epic shots for Instagram. It looks like the dream job. But here’s the truth: starting out in music and event photography is messy, intimidating, and often unpaid.

This week I’m joined by Jonathan aka JmPhotography http://instagram.com/jmphoto97 , a newer music photographer I met while shooting Midgardsblot Festival in Norway. He’s right at the start of his journey, learning the hard way what it really takes to break in. We talk about the myths, the mistakes, the gatekeepers, and the small wins that keep you going when you’re new.

If you’ve ever thought about grabbing a camera and getting into the pit, this is the no-bullshit guide you need. Hope, help, and harsh reality—served Loud Lens style.

Unfiltered truth incoming. In this explosive episode, Khandie Rees calls out the growing epidemic of clients who genuinely believe their FaceTuned selfies are reality—and tear photographers apart for daring to deliver the truth. From viral side-by-sides to delusional expectations, we’re unpacking the war on realism in photography. If you’ve ever been told your work “doesn’t look like me,” this episode is for you. Learn how to protect your brand, set firm boundaries, and why sometimes the best move is sending them to the glamazon down the road. Honest. Brutal. And badly needed.

In this no-holds-barred episode of The Loud Lens, Khandie Rees tackles the rise of the sht wedding photographer*—not the beginners, not the learners, but the weekend warriors who lowball, ghost clients, and drag the whole industry down.

From underpriced packages to missing wedding galleries, these faux-tographers are damaging client trust, undercutting real professionals, and risking the entire reputation of wedding photography.

If you're a professional wedding photographer, new photographer trying to do things right, or even a bride or groom looking to book with confidence, this is the episode you need to hear.

🔥 Blunt truths📸 Industry insight⚖️ Real solutions

Khandie doesn’t gatekeep—she standard keeps.