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From the creators of ARC interviews + The Experience // ARC an annual conference in Canada, our aim at The ARC Creative Podcast is to expose our listeners to creative insight from photographers + creatives from various fields and backgrounds. We believe in helping to establish environments that foster creativity & social connections. We believe that learning from others and expanding our circle of influence can bring our community clarity, happiness, and joy through creativity.
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Immerse yourself in vulnerable and inspiring discussions that go beyond the surface, exploring the profound connections between awe, creativity, and holistic well-being. From reducing stress and fostering mindfulness to expanding consciousness and developing frameworks that are sustainable, we delve into how wonder can enrich every aspect of our creative lives and businesses. Join us weekly on The Wonderist Podcast as we embark on a holistic exploration, inviting you to tap into the wonders ...
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Navigating Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome As Wedding Photographers And Entrepreneurs In this episode, Sachin shares his personal struggles with self-doubt and imposter syndrome, even in the process of creating this podcast, and offers insights into overcoming these obstacles. Lowering the Stakes: Learn the importance of adopting a mindset of lowe…
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Meditation is powerful. It's a simple habit worth considering - especially since it has the ability to transform your life in incredible ways. In this episode: Explore the transformative power of meditation in reducing stress & anxiety and fostering a sense of calm and joy Delve into Sachin's personal meditation practices, including mantras and gui…
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Do you want to feel fear less? Or have a fearless approach to your life? Today we're drawing inspiration from the book "The 50th Law" and gaining insights from the teachings of Robert Greene and Curtis Jackson (50 Cent) on conquering fear and expanding your horizons. In this episode: Explore strategies to overcome fear and unlock your full creative…
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Ever feel like your wedding photography business is running on autopilot? You're not alone. Join me as I share vital signs to watch for if you're drifting AND discover key strategies to take back control. In this episode: Identifying the signs of drifting Learn to recognize common symptoms Breaking the cycle of working on autopilot Understand the k…
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Discover why attending conferences like WPPI can be a game-changer for portrait & wedding photographers Explore the highlights of my experience at the WPPI conference in Las Vegas, USA Understand the importance of real-time interaction with other photographers and hands-on experiences with tools in shaping your photography journey Gain insight into…
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Episode Highlights: Discover how visualization can help photographers stay focused, confident, and creative during weddings and other shoots. Understand the process of vividly imagining your desired future Learn from the experiences of successful athletes like Muhammad Ali and actors like Arnold Schwarzenegger, who have utilized visualization to ac…
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Episode Highlights: Do you believe in the Law of Attraction? Let's dissect what it means and how it influences our reality. The Power of Internal Energy How What we focus on, internally shapes our external reality Breaking down The Law of Attract-Action Aligning Thoughts, Intentions, and Actions Conscious Awareness and Actions Reflection and Integr…
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Stephanie Thornton joins me to illuminate the path toward living more authentically using the principles of human design. As we unwrap the mysteries of this intriguing system, you'll learn how to navigate your own human design chart and leverage it for deeper self-awareness. Stephanie shares how her application of human design principles has transf…
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Episode Highlights: Sachin's theme for 2024: "Experiment, Experience, and Evolve." The importance of setting a clear vision and goals amidst life's distractions. Exploring each guiding word: Experiment, Experience, Evolve. Sachin shares his personal plans for experimentation, including revisiting film photography. The value of life experiences and …
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Welcome back to The ARC Creative Podcast! Hosted by Sachin Khona, a London-born Brit turned Vancouver wedding photographer, coach, and conference organizer. Sachin shares his journey from accountant to creative entrepreneur and his commitment to prioritizing health and well-being. About the Podcast: The ARC Creative Podcast aims to empower photogra…
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Courage and confidence take center stage as we tackle the pervasive myths surrounding them in the context of women's experiences online and in business. This heart-to-heart uncovers the societal barriers and internal battles we as women confront, while also celebrating the strength derived from female-led communities. The episode is a clarion call,…
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Join Nathan Chanksy and myself in a deep conversation about storytelling as photographers. Nathan hosted me as a guest on his podcast, Passion with Purpose and I am so happy to share that episode with you all here. Check out Nathan's Photography work here and Passion with Purpose here Thank you so much for tuning into the podcast! Education and Ret…
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Are you ready to unlock the secrets of the moon cycles and how they can revolutionize your work-life harmony? This episode features an intimate and transformative conversation with Kady Romagnuolo, the innovative founder of Moon Logic. We peel back the layers of her journey from an unfulfilling job to establishing her own business that perfectly re…
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Join me as I chat with Sachin Khona, a talented wedding photographer, who successfully made the leap from working a 9-5 job in finance to following his creative passion. Sachin candidly shares his challenging journey, revealing how he painstakingly built his business while remaining committed to leaving his previous career in finance. His unique in…
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Join me as I team up with the insightful Jillian Arsenault, a mentor and healer, who unravels the mystery of burnout and how to mend it. Jill and I delve deep into the impact of societal pressures, the physical manifestation of burnout, and the significance of aligning with our bodies' natural rhythms for optimal well-being. Our conversation is spa…
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In the premier podcast episode of The Wonderist, host Jennifer Moher shares her journey of starting a wedding photography business. Despite lacking experience and resources, she took action and bought a camera, learned photography, and created a basic website. She booked her first wedding and experienced both successes and challenges over the next …
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The Essential Inner Work For All Creative Entrepreneurs Get ready to unlock the inner work that fuels the creative entrepreneur within you! In this interview, Lauren Kyle of Boop Digital shares her invaluable insights on essential practices that can transform your creative journey. Lauren is a passionate digital marketer based in Vancouver who work…
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Get ready to embark on a transformative journey with Wedding Photographers Shari & Mike. In this interview, we delve into the depths of being brave and overcoming your fears in the world of wedding photography. Discover the key to longevity as wedding photographers — connection. Hear their origin stories and Shari's inspiring jump into photography,…
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Looking to tap further into your own creativity as a photographer? This is for you. In this episode, Heather shares her process for coming up with creative ideas and how she explores and lets go of certain concepts. She also shares her experience with Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way, and how it impacted her creativity. Heather also discusses her o…
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If you're looking to gain insight from a veteran wedding photographer? Look no further than Elisabeth Breckenridge, who has been documenting wedding since 2003. In this episode, Elisabeth takes us on a journey through her photography career, starting with her first experiences capturing both her brother's weddings on black and white film. She then …
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In this episode, I sit down with Birth, Documentary, Lifestyle Photographer & Filmmaker Ashley Marston. Ashley shares with us her journey through her career, starting with motherhood as her inspiration for photography. We dive into her impressive 365 project, discussing gear and how she uses her images as a love letter to her family. Ashley also sh…
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Improve Your Mental Health & Your Creativity : Wedding Photographer Sam Hugh This week, I sat down with Sam Hugh. Sam discusses his experience seeking help from a therapist after experiencing a panic attack at home and how through therapy, Sam learned to hold himself accountable as he began journaling and setting goals, giving him focus and allowin…
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The Art Of Story In Wedding Films : A Chat with Maclean of Hello Tomorrow In this episode, I sit down with Maclean of Hello Tomorrow to discuss his journey into film making, storytelling in video, and the world of wedding film making. Maclean shares his insights on starting as a film maker in the industry, finding the right music with Musicbed, and…
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Join as together we sit down with Nova Scotia Wedding Photographer & Entrepreneur, Hugh Whitaker. In this episode, we sit down with Hugh, who shares his insights on shooting personal work, bringing intention to your composition, and using light and movement to create unique images on a wedding day. With a passion for surfing in Costa Rica and a lov…
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Join as together we sit down with Dallas & Sabrina, talented Wedding Photographers from Canada and based in Europe. Highlights include:- Behind The Scenes Of Dallas & Sabrina's Favourite Photos Dallas & Sabrina's Introduction To Weddings Marketing To New Audiences Lessons From Moving Abroad To Europe Overcoming Fear, Mindset & Strategy Tips When Ch…
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Join as we sit down with Meghan Hemstra, a talented Vancouver Wedding Photographer, as she shares her journey of honing her craft and gaining confidence in her unique style. Gain valuable insights into the importance of mindset, community, and consistency in creating stunning high fashion and editorial images in the wedding industry . Don't miss ou…
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In this conversation, Don Bringas (Rangefinder Magazine´s 30 Rising Stars of Wedding Photography, Brides, Harpers Bazaar & Vogue) shares his story from the Philippines and now in the Canary Islands along with his journey in the industry. He talks openly about his experiences breaking into new communities and destinations, and shares insights into h…
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Erin Fraser is a Wedding and Family Photographer based in Langley, BC. Erin is one of the most successful photographers in BC, has 4 kids and a dog with her partner in Canada. She's also a former photographer for the U.S. Air Force. 00:00 Intro - Erin's Start In Photography & The U.S. Air Force 06:25 Scaling Back As A Photographer 11:05 Erin's Idea…
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Sara Rogers is a Vancouver, BC based wedding photographer documenting human connection and in-between moments. Today we connected about all things weddings, photography, becoming a mother, what 2023 holds for Sara and more. Links below link to our YouTube Channel:- 00:00 Intro - Sara's Early Lessons Before Photography 02:54 What 2023 Holds For Sara…
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Adonye Jaja is a Denver Based Fine Art Wedding Photographer, recently named one of Brides ‘Best Photographers' in 2022 & one of Harpers Bazaar's 'Best Photographers in the World'. 00:00 Intro - What is Coffee With Creatives? 03:20 Connecting With Adonye Jaja Through Twitter 06:00 Adonye's First Wedding 08:38 Adonye's Work 10:45 Film Cameras & AD's …
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Cultivating a Community of Collaborators: An Interview with Josh Olson Growing up in Minnesota as an aspiring photographer, Josh Olson didn't have the Rocky Mountains of Colorado or the architecture of New York City, yet he didn't need them—he had people to inspire him. In fact, people have been the foundation of what sustains him, mentors him, and…
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The Power of Pivoting: An Interview with Amber Hughes For the past 16 years, Amber Hughes has been an acclaimed Vancouver-based wedding and portrait photographer. However, when the pandemic hit in 2020, 95% of her clients disappeared from either rescheduling or canceling, leaving her with 0% foreseeable income. What started as a period of existenti…
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From the Archives, we share this special episode with Jess Robson. Jess is a communications coach, consultant and copywriter who's been running a referral-based communications business for nearly 10 years. Her practice is rooted in supporting people in finding their words, and using them well; whether that's to communicate their business, brand, pr…
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A couple of years ago, Cam MacDougall went on an epic ride of 4,350km through the mountains of Banff all the way to Mexico in 30 days. The trail is called The Great Divide and it's one of the world's longest off-road mountain bike trails. Yet, this wasn’t just a physical challenge for Cam, it was a practice in spirituality. Interview Host: Sachin K…
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Photographer, avid chess player, adventurer, and co-founder of Pixellu and SmartAlbums, Daniel Usenko is no stranger to hardship. At the age of seven, Daniel and his family had to flee his birthplace in the former Soviet Union when a civil war broke out. Growing up displaced and poverty-stricken, Daniel lived for years in poverty until he eventuall…
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One of our two keynote speakers at the upcoming ARC Techniques is Benj Haisch, a wedding photographer, father, and teacher. Since shooting his first wedding in 2007 Benj has traveled the world shooting weddings and even spent some time as the Seattle Seahawks official photographer. Benj is all about being intentional with your photographs, eliminat…
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Sara Rogers, Pardeep Singh, and Jan Keck are all about bringing different experiences and techniques to the upcoming ARC Techniques Experience. Sara Rogers has been dedicated to making the shift to full-time wedding photography from her previous career in interior design and jumped in with two feet to find success and happiness waiting on the other…
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ARC is all about creating relationships and connections in the photography world and beyond, and today’s guests, Mitchell and Sancia Toth and Amber Hughes are proof of that. This episode highlights the relationship between photographers and videographers, the importance of bringing joy back into your everyday life and why you shouldn’t fear the fla…
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Samm Blake is one of the keynote speakers at the upcoming ARC Techniques workshop and is here today to share her wedding experience with us both behind the camera and as a bride. Sam moved from Australia to New York to pursue her ability to start over in a new place and has since found a passion for elopement photography as well as big weddings and…
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India Earl has been shooting weddings since the age of 15 and has become a master of turning intentions into goals. India values time, intimacy and realness which comes across in both her business mentality and photographs. A fun, intimate and real photographer, India is passionate about diversifying your portfolio and finding ways to stop wasting …
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After struggling with issues of mental health and a learning disability, Christina Disler realized the power of having a supportive space for entrepreneurs and creatives to come together and be inspired by each other. So she created the Werklab here in Vancouver, BC to act as a spiritual and conscious coworking base for those looking to join a comm…
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You may know Jonathan Canlas as the owner of The Find Lab, his film photography, or other various passion projects. Jon believes in the power of selling prints, quality over quantity, and getting back in touch with your ‘why’ behind photography. Jon has had a 20-year career and is well versed in everything from business and marketing to curation, p…
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We’re turning the tables today to give you all the details about the upcoming ARC Techniques conference being held in Vancouver, BC this November. A ‘mini version’ of the ARC Experience, the Techniques conference is all about learning from your fellow creatives while getting a little silly. Joined by my friend Adonye Jaja from the Blacklight Podcas…
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Thomas DeSchutter has worn many hats, beginning with a professional recording career as a drummer and making a major life change and diving into the world of financial advising. Now Thomas helps his clients find sustainable personal wealth and success by empowering them to become the stewards of their own financial affairs. Thomas believes in the p…
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A big believer in bridging the gap between digital and film photography, Kirk Mastin is a legend in the photography world. Now working with his company, Mastin Labs, to provide presets for photographers to help bless their digital images with the unique quality of film, Kirk is here to provide some insight into everything from singularity to the ju…
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As creatives, we can often feel drained if we aren't following our passion, but struggle to balance that passion with success. Akeem Pierre is my health and wellness coach and inspirational creative in his own right, who believes in restoring your energy through self-care. Akeem combines the healing power of nutrition, exercise, energy, and movemen…
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Sean Flanigan is a pioneer of the modern wedding photography industry, creating photos that resonate with people because of their raw quality, grittiness, and real feeling. Named one of the Top 10 Wedding Photographers in the world by American Photos, Sean has an impressive portfolio and over a decade's worth of experience in the industry. Sean bel…
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Jared Matthew Weiss is on a mission to create safety and security when it comes to relationships and sex. The founder of Touchpoint Townhall, a podcast and social experiment taking place in New York City, JMW is all about creating a safe space to discuss what you are experiencing and exploring with your sexuality. As creatives, when we feel empower…
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As creatives, we can often get caught up in turning our work into a business and lose the direction that we started out with. Pennylane Shen is an artist consultant, curator, and educator who assists over 500 artists a year to help them find their audience, simplify their vision and grow their business. Today Pennylane is here to help guide you tow…
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Although we all love to take beautiful images, it takes a bit more strategy and work to get your photos out there where they can be seen. Catalina Jean has taken to the algorithm science of SEO targeting to increase her reach and is constantly booked up for weddings every year because of it. Based out of Portland, Oregon, Catalina takes artistic po…
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