Lights, Camera, Connection: The Secrets to Crafting Heartwarming Family Films with Colie James

The Art & Soul Show - Photography Podcast for Newborn and Family Photographers

Have you ever thought about dabbling in family filmmaking? If it felt intimidating or you didn’t understand the tech behind it, or maybe you haven’t even heard of it, it’s OK, we’ve got you covered.

In today’s episode, I’m interviewing Colie James, a photographer and family filmmaker, a podcast host, and a workflow and automations guru. Colie shares advice on the tech side of filmmaking, the mistakes she sees people make the most (and how to fix them!), and the importance of outsourcing tasks from your business so that you can do more of what you love.
And if you want to hear more from Colie and how makes the most amazing heart-warming family films, she'll be teaching at our online 2023 Family Retreat! (Grab your spot now!)
What’s in this episode:

[04:02] Colie shares about her love of filmmaking, family sessions, and how she paired it all together

[06:20] We get techy and discuss filmmaking equipment - gimbals, tripods, iPhones, cameras, external mics, and more

[16:46] Colie shares the 3 beginner mistakes she sees most often when it comes to filmmaking

[18:32] Colie’s advice for multi-passionate creatives and doing what makes you happy, and how outsourcing makes it all possible

[23:12] Colie shares the most fun filmmaking project she’s worked on and it’s not what you expect

Tune in to this episode for advice on getting into family filmmaking, and how outsourcing can streamline your business and your life!

For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/podcast-template-newlights-camera-connection-the-secrets-to-crafting-heartwarming-family-films-with-colie-james/

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