[EP45] [E044] Escaping The Ordinary - Jon Gazzignato
Today we have John Gazzingnato making his return to the podcast after a crazy year. He is an Tasmania-based award-winning photographer who has really thrived throughout the last 12 months despite the pandemic. Rather than going back to his roots, we look at the last year in depth, discussing his business growth, success and forging moments of true creativity.
What we spoke about in the pod
His journey from 12 months to now
Working with COVID and overcoming adversities throughout
Rediscovering motivation after the pandemic
His business growth - creative style vs business foundations
The power of his artistic approach
Storytelling & curation - creating a portfolio that attracts the work you’re looking for
Creating work he loves and times he wasn’t
Moving out of what’s expected of you or trending
How to read wedding situations differently - some practical tips
Scheduling a wedding - getting it just right
His default start for couples shoots
GIving cues and helping couples to feel more comfortable
Lighting and couples shoots - telling a story
Colouration with portrait sessions
His ‘secret sauce’ when it comes to editing
Leaning into your local area and the light you like using
Over exaggeration of presets
His luscious hair secrets
His dream shoot if he could plan one
How to make recommendations for clients & the importance of building the relationship
His favourite shoes for shooting weddings
The Rangefinder Rising Star Award
What's changed over the last year - mentally and practically
What the future hold for John
My biggest takeaway
John’s journey is the most clear evidence of the power of leaning into what you’re excited about. Rather than just creating images that you think are expected or trendy, it’s all about creating moments and stories. This year has been a massive year for his personal growth and assertion of his style and brand voice - so find it and don’t look back!
Links mentioned in the podcast
John’s website https://www.jongazzignato.com/
His Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jongazzignatophotographer
His Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jon.gazzignato/
My Website https://ryanteague.co/