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Dave and Angela of Danae Studios have a unique way of utilising third party marketing that is working better than any other style of marketing I've heard – it feels like third party photography marketing on steroids! I wasn't sure if it was the concept, the delivery, the follow up process, their approach to pre shoot consultations and sales or their photography. This interview was the first chance I was able to find out.
I met Dave and Angela at a photography workshop in Melbourne a couple of years ago. We got chatting over dinner and I was intrigued by the marketing method they were using to book portrait sessions so consistently. I wanted to learn more at the time but being surrounded by noisy photographers, great food, wine and beer meant there were just too many distractions to have a proper conversation.
Since then, I've had a standing invitation to have both Dave and Angela on the podcast. Finally, the stars aligned and we were able to record this candid interview on their strategy and processes.
A little background about the Landua's…
They own and operate Danae Studios in the Gippsland area – not far from Melbourne, Australia.
They were both photographers before they met. After falling in love, they were married in 2014 and combined their individual businesses to form Danae Studios, Danae Commercial and The Hashtag Lab.
Here’s some more of what we cover in the interview:
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What is your big takeaway?
Following this interview, I’d love to know if you're taking anything away from what Dave and Angela shared. Is there something you heard that excited or motivated you to the point where you thought, yeah, I'm going to do that! If so, let me know by leaving your thoughts in the comments below, let me know what your takeaways were, what you plan to implement in your business as a result of what you heard in todays episode.
It's all about giving people a WOW moment, because you only have one opportunity to create a first impression. – Dave Landua
If you have any questions that I missed, a specific question you’d like to ask Dave and Angela or if you just want to say thanks for coming on the show, feel free to add them in the comments area below.
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Excellent Interviews
In iTunes by ColeyBlackall from USA on April 24, 2018
I am shocked every time I listen to an interview on this podcast. Every single one delivers so much value.
The database of photographers interviewed is incredible. Everything you ever wanted to know about growing your photography business is here. I love particularly the variety of guests on the show. Andrew has everyone from documentary style, newborns, weddings, pets…
Thanks Andrew for consistently having such amazing guests on the show.
Here are the latest reviews:
Great insights to the Artist
In iTunes by Caboolture family portrait photographer, Stuart Cox from Australia on March 29, 2018.
Where does Andrew find the time to create not one but two fantastic podcasts!
I love that there are podcasts that focus on the psyche artist and the inspiration behind the scenes. A really refreshing take on photography-centric podcasts.
Game Changer
In iTunes by Ballarat Newborn Photographer, Justine Locandro from Australia on April 30, 2018.
Hands down the absolute best resource for building and improving any photography business.
I specialise in newborn and child photography but I am always amazed at how much I can learn and take away from every episode.
I love the variety of guest speakers who each have something unique to offer and the practical straight to the point questions.
Andrew is now a constant companion in my car and while I'm editing!
An increadible resource for photographers
In iTunes by Surrey Wedding Photographer, David Weightman from the UK on April 30, 2018.
Whether you're new to the photography industry or like me, been shooting for years, the inspiration and sound advice you'll receive from Andrew's podcasts will be sure to keep your business on the right track.
Andrew has a natural way of drawing out valuable nuggets of information from his guests and always has the needs of the listener in mind.
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Thank you!
Thanks again for listening and thanks to Dave and Angela for coming on and sharing so much about their thoughts and strategies for marketing, pricing and delivering quality to match your pricing in a competitive market.
At the point where you are going sit clients down to talk to them, if at that point they can see you are professional or heading towards professional, you should be okay but pricing needs to match. – Dave Landua
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That’s it for me this week, hope everything is going well for you in life and business!
Thanks and speak soon
Andrew
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