Lara Blair's guest appearances

Lara Blair

This Conversation with Jed Taufer

The Jeanne Oliver Podcast

The ReWork with Allison Tyler Jones

Mary Fisk-Taylor

Jed Taufer

Julia Woods

Jeff Dachowski

Tyler Jones

Sarah Petty

Renee Bowen

Ruth Chou Simons

Jen Rozenbaum

Marc Silber

Matthew Jordan Smith

Kenna Klosterman

Dixie Dixon

Julieanne Kost

Joel Grimes

OwlTail

This podcast episode is the second in a four part series featuring graduates of the ReWork’s Art of Selling Art Business course. These students have spent the last six months ReWorking their businesses and applying the concepts they’ve learned in the course. As a part of each interview in the series, I ask each Art of Selling Art Graduate three questions: 1) How did principles in the Art of Selling Art course change your business or mindset?  2)If a genie appeared, what is something you wish you could fix in your business?  3) And what advice or encouragement do you have for struggling photographers? Their answers will enlighten you and inspire you to ask tough questions of your own.  Next up is Lara Blair, another long-time photographer who literally wrote the book on pet photography, had a successful portrait studio on both the east and west coasts BUT after a few years of not charging enough and working so much that she wasn’t there for her kids, she burned out and quit the industry entirely.  Fast forward to today and Lara’s business is thriving, she’s shooting projects that she absolutely loves and has some sage advice for photographers thinking about throwing in the towel. It’s all about protecting your artist’s heart. In today’s episode Lara shares the important lessons she learned, and some valuable advice about finding your ideal clients, letting go of projects that don’t thrill you, and bringing in people to help you!  Here’s a glance at this episode…  [01:51] Why photographers are so susceptible to burn-out. [03:50] Where Lara’s photography journey began, and what the next 13 years looked like.  [05:07] The driving forces behind Lara’s choice to leave the photography industry, and what she did for a few years instead.  [06:22] What Lara’s re-entry into the photography industry looked like.  [08:28] The realization Lara had which now forms the foundation of her business. [11:16] Types of sessions that Lara loves doing, and why she is no longer afraid to charge what she thinks they are worth.  [16:11] A recap of how Lara has progressed as a photographer over the past 18 months.  [17:37] Advice from Lara for how to determine who your ideal clients are, and what to do once you’ve figured that out.  [22:26] What an ideal month for Lara would look like in terms of work. [25:11] Changes Lara has made in her business to turn it into a luxury brand. [29:37] Two of the biggest lessons that Lara learned during the Art of Selling Art course.  [32:18] A mistake that Lara made in the past, and what it taught her.  [36:42] How Lara ensures that her clients get their money’s worth when they hire her. [37:43] The importance of protecting your “artist heart,” and examples of how to do so. [42:12] Questions you need to ask yourself if you are struggling to build a photography business that you really love.    Links and Resources: Do The ReWorkWebsite | Instagram Allison Tyler JonesWebsite | Instagram |  LinkedIn Lara BlairWebsite | Facebook |  Instagram |  Book

This podcast episode is the second in a four part series featuring graduates of the ReWork’s Art of Selling Art Business course. These students have spent the last six months ReWorking their businesses and applying the concepts they’ve learned in the course. As a part of each interview in the series, I ask each Art of Selling Art Graduate three questions: 1) How did principles in the Art of Selling Art course change your business or mindset?  2)If a genie appeared, what is something you wish you could fix in your business?  3) And what advice or encouragement do you have for struggling photographers? Their answers will enlighten you and inspire you to ask tough questions of your own.  Next up is Lara Blair, another long-time photographer who literally wrote the book on pet photography, had a successful portrait studio on both the east and west coasts BUT after a few years of not charging enough and working so much that she wasn’t there for her kids, she burned out and quit the industry entirely.  Fast forward to today and Lara’s business is thriving, she’s shooting projects that she absolutely loves and has some sage advice for photographers thinking about throwing in the towel. It’s all about protecting your artist’s heart. In today’s episode Lara shares the important lessons she learned, and some valuable advice about finding your ideal clients, letting go of projects that don’t thrill you, and bringing in people to help you!  Here’s a glance at this episode… <ul> <li>[01:51] Why photographers are so susceptible to burn-out.</li> <li>[03:50] Where Lara’s photography journey began, and what the next 13 years looked like. </li> <li>[05:07] The driving forces behind Lara’s choice to leave the photography industry, and what she did for a few years instead. </li> <li>[06:22] What Lara’s re-entry into the photography industry looked like. </li> <li>[08:28] The realization Lara had which now forms the foundation of her business.</li> <li>[11:16] Types of sessions that Lara loves doing, and why she is no longer afraid to charge what she thinks they are worth. </li> <li>[16:11] A recap of how Lara has progressed as a photographer over the past 18 months. </li> <li>[17:37] Advice from Lara for how to determine who your ideal clients are, and what to do once you’ve figured that out. </li> <li>[22:26] What an ideal month for Lara would look like in terms of work.</li> <li>[25:11] Changes Lara has made in her business to turn it into a luxury brand.</li> <li>[29:37] Two of the biggest lessons that Lara learned during the Art of Selling Art course. </li> <li>[32:18] A mistake that Lara made in the past, and what it taught her. </li> <li>[36:42] How Lara ensures that her clients get their money’s worth when they hire her.</li> <li>[37:43] The importance of protecting your “artist heart,” and examples of how to do so.</li> <li>[42:12] Questions you need to ask yourself if you are struggling to build a photography business that you really love.</li> </ul> Links and Resources: Do The ReWork<a href="http://dotherework.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/do.the.rework/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Allison Tyler Jones<a href="https://atjphoto.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/atjphoto/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-tyler-jones-641b6011/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> LinkedIn</a> Lara Blair<a href="https://www.larablairphotography.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larablairphotography/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/larablairphotography/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Photographing-Dogs-Techniques-Professional-Photographers/dp/1608955400" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Book</a>

034 - Protecting the Artist's Heart with Lara Blair

Podcast 012 | Brave and True Girl with Lara BlairOn this episode, Jeanne interviews Lara Blair, photographer and creator and leader of Brave and True girl empowerment workshops. 1:47     “I realized I just absolutely adore working with girls, it’s so much fun.  And I think it comes from my middle school experience.” 2:17     “I created a curriculum for these girls because I was recognizing a lot of the same issues in a lot of them, mostly anxiety and comparison trap and the goods that go with that…” 4:39    “Every area of my life has led me to here.  We always have to remember that all the stops along the way aren’t for naught. They are things that lead you to where you’re supposed to be.”  8:39    “Middle school girls know the value of not being connected all the time, but they don’t know how to do it because there is fear of missing out.” 11:02   “The best way to support young girls in the day-to-day is listening, really, really listening, putting your own phone down, connecting with eyes and touching, hugging, holding them close…” 14:12   “For mom, I really firmly believe you’ve got to support and not tear down.  And the same goes for you: not talking negatively about yourself, about your abilities and what you’re lacking…” 18:49  “During this time of shelter-in-place, I’m going to go back to what I said before: listening, asking how are your kids doing, what’s going on.And then just let it sit…” 20:41   “I always want to know people before I put my camera up between us because I just photograph better when I know somebody…” 27:02   “My ‘whys’ are: I love middle school kids, I love making stuff, I’m a connector, and I know the things I’m not good at, the things I need to delegate.” 28:50   “You do have to not be afraid to tap into the stuff you don’t think fits…” 34:11  “When you can teach somebody something, knowledge is power, and they make something they are proud of, that to me is the gold right there.” 36:10  “There is something that I always leave my Brave and True Girls with in a workshop and I think it’s kind of pertinent to what we are dealing with right now: ‘This, too, shall pass.’"Lara Blair is a veteran middle school teacher and currently leads Brave &amp; True girl empowerment workshops at her portrait studio in the Pacific Northwest and online. As a mother of grown daughters, it is clear there were many things she wish she’d known to be able to support them in their preteen years. While working as a 6th grade teacher and leading girls in her workshops, Lara began to learn straight from the source what preteen girls need. This led her to research with experts to gain answers to the “How do I help my girl navigate this time?” question and create curriculum, experiences, and products around this information. She equips parents to know how to help their daughters and arm girls with strategies to be happy, healthy and whole. All of the resources can be found online at BraveandTrueGirl.com. Portrait sessions are available in Lara's Camas, WA studio right outside Portland, Oregon.https://www.braveandtruegirl.com/ https://www.braveandtruegirl.com/photographytutorials https://www.larablairphotography.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUuMDSLY3ozGOo9llhaCgjQhttps://www.facebook.com/larablairphotography/@Larablairphotography@braveandtrue.girl Jeanne OliverTen Tips To Take Back The PeaceA free ebook if you are looking for some rest in your day-to-day like I was.Get your free resource Ten Tips HERE. Become the artist you dream to be. Creativity is Calling at jeanneoliver.com. You can connect with Jeanne on Instagram and Facebook.

Podcast 012 | Brave and True Girl with Lara BlairOn this episode, Jeanne interviews Lara Blair, photographer and creator and leader of Brave and True girl empowerment workshops. 1:47     “I realized I just absolutely adore working with girls, it’s so much fun.  And I think it comes from my middle school experience.” 2:17     “I created a curriculum for these girls because I was recognizing a lot of the same issues in a lot of them, mostly anxiety and comparison trap and the goods that go with that…” 4:39    “Every area of my life has led me to here.  We always have to remember that all the stops along the way aren’t for naught. They are things that lead you to where you’re supposed to be.”  8:39    “Middle school girls know the value of not being connected all the time, but they don’t know how to do it because there is fear of missing out.” 11:02   “The best way to support young girls in the day-to-day is listening, really, really listening, putting your own phone down, connecting with eyes and touching, hugging, holding them close…” 14:12   “For mom, I really firmly believe you’ve got to support and not tear down.  And the same goes for you: not talking negatively about yourself, about your abilities and what you’re lacking…” 18:49  “During this time of shelter-in-place, I’m going to go back to what I said before: listening, asking how are your kids doing, what’s going on.And then just let it sit…” 20:41   “I always want to know people before I put my camera up between us because I just photograph better when I know somebody…” 27:02   “My ‘whys’ are: I love middle school kids, I love making stuff, I’m a connector, and I know the things I’m not good at, the things I need to delegate.” 28:50   “You do have to not be afraid to tap into the stuff you don’t think fits…” 34:11  “When you can teach somebody something, knowledge is power, and they make something they are proud of, that to me is the gold right there.” 36:10  “There is something that I always leave my Brave and True Girls with in a workshop and I think it’s kind of pertinent to what we are dealing with right now: ‘This, too, shall pass.’"Lara Blair is a veteran middle school teacher and currently leads Brave &amp; True girl empowerment workshops at her portrait studio in the Pacific Northwest and online. As a mother of grown daughters, it is clear there were many things she wish she’d known to be able to support them in their preteen years. While working as a 6th grade teacher and leading girls in her workshops, Lara began to learn straight from the source what preteen girls need. This led her to research with experts to gain answers to the “How do I help my girl navigate this time?” question and create curriculum, experiences, and products around this information. She equips parents to know how to help their daughters and arm girls with strategies to be happy, healthy and whole. All of the resources can be found online at <a href="http://BraveandTrueGirl.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BraveandTrueGirl.com</a>. Portrait sessions are available in Lara's Camas, WA studio right outside Portland, Oregon.<a href="https://www.braveandtruegirl.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.braveandtruegirl.com/</a> <a href="https://www.braveandtruegirl.com/photographytutorials" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.braveandtruegirl.com/photographytutorials</a> <a href="https://www.larablairphotography.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.larablairphotography.com/</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUuMDSLY3ozGOo9llhaCgjQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUuMDSLY3ozGOo9llhaCgjQ</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larablairphotography/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larablairphotography/</a>@Larablairphotography@braveandtrue.girl Jeanne Oliver<a href="https://jeanneoliver.com/tentips/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ten Tips To Take Back The Peace</a>A free ebook if you are looking for some rest in your day-to-day like I was.Get your free resource Ten Tips <a href="https://jeanneoliver.com/tentips/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Become the artist you dream to be. Creativity is Calling at <a href="https://jeanneoliver.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jeanneoliver.com</a>. You can connect with Jeanne on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jeanneoliver/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jeanneolivercreativenetwork/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

012: Brave & True Girl with Lara Blair

Making decisions, especially big life decisions, that go against the status quo are extremely difficult. I think we worry about what other people will think and say so much, that sometimes we don’t even consider taking that leap or changing gears, so to speak, for fear that we’ll look foolish or flaky. Lara Blair knows this. She’s lived it. But despite the not-so-subtle jabs from others close to her, she follows her heart. She pays attention to her instincts. She listens to that still small voice. And when it’s telling her to take that leap, she jumps.

Lara Blair - Changing Gears