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STOKED - The Adventure Elopement Photographer Podcast - Build a Six Figure Elopement Photography Business

Megan MacPhail - Elopement Photographer and Business Coach

Do you dream of having a successful elopement photography business but don"t know where to start? Welcome to STOKED, the go-to podcast for adventure elopement photographers at every stage—whether you"re looking to book your first elopement or take your business to the next level. Imagine confidently raising your prices, filling your calendar with dream couples in breathtaking locations, and feeling truly stoked about your business, your life, and your bank account! I"m your host, Megan MacPhail

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28:52

137. From Zero Bookings to a Six-Figure Elopement...

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2025/11/07

If you've been in the messy middle of your elopement photography business, you know how defeating it can feel. You're showing up, posting blogs, and running ads, but you're still not getting the bookings you've been hoping for. My returning guest, California-based elopement photographer Kristin Smith, has been there too. Fast forward to today, and she is officially a six-figure elopement photographer! In this episode, Kristin shares how she went from having zero bookings in 2025 to earning

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36:43

[REPLAY] Shifting Your Mindset From Scarcity to...

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2025/10/31

Having abundance isn't something that happens once and it's achieved. It takes conscious effort and needs to be practiced every single day. In this replay, we talk about one of the most important and empowering mindset shifts you can make, and that's going from a scarcity to an abundance mindset. While this episode is from 2023, it's still one of the most important conversations we've had on the show. ‌ We share some of the things that you can implement today to help you make the switch to an

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19:04

136. How Politics Impact Your Elopement Photography...

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2025/10/24

If you don't think being an elopement photographer is political, think again. Between working on public lands, photographing queer couples, and running businesses as women, we are exercising freedoms that people literally fought for, and freedoms that could easily be taken away from us. We dive into specifics about how politics and elopement photography are intertwined, why we feel so grateful for the freedoms we have today, and different ways we can honor those freedoms not only in our businesses

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42:10

135. How Caleb Clayton Runs a Thriving Photo + Video...

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2025/10/17

Can you imagine capturing an elopement as both the videographer and the photographer at the same time? How about running your elopement photography business without social media? In Todd’s first solo interview, he interviews Caleb Clayton to talk about how he and his wife, Amy, run their business with zero social media and are still getting inquiries. Caleb shares how he and Amy seamlessly balance photo and video to deliver unforgettable elopement experiences and why stepping away from social

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27:08

134. The Business and Mindset Habits of Successful...

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2025/10/10

Are you feeling like your mindset is holding you back from building the elopement photography business of your dreams? In this episode, I chat with California elopement photographer Christina Perhac, who once struggled with perfectionism, slow inquiries, and being unsure of how to attract the right clients. But after joining the Elopement Photographer Mastermind and doing the inner and outer work, she’s now on track for her first six-figure year! Christina shares the marketing strategies she

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39:41

133. Hawaii Elopement Photographer Aly Dove on...

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2025/10/03

Have you thought about how some elopement photographers seem to create a business that actually supports the life they want instead of the other way around? During this episode, I chat with Hawaii elopement photographer, Aly Dove, who has proven that following your passion and investing in yourself can completely change everything. Aly dives into how she went from using a small point-and-shoot camera as a kid to shooting multi-island experiences. She dives into the importance of building a

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23:03

132. Best Marketing Strategies for Elopement...

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2025/09/25

Ever wonder why some elopement photographers are hitting $20–30K months while others are saying bookings are slow? The truth is, couples are still out there searching, and the photographers I coach are already booking dream elopements well into 2026. In this episode, I break down the exact marketing strategies that are working for elopement photographers right now based on real wins from the photographers I coach. You’ll also hear why showing up on Google is a non-negotiable, and simple ways to

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33:41

131. Elopement Photographer Success Story: How...

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2025/09/18

What does it really take to launch your elopement photography business in less than a year? Estonia-based photographer Eva-Johanna Lepik has the answer. Just 9 months after joining the Elopement Photography Mastermind, Eva has gone from shooting micro-weddings to building a thriving elopement photography business. In this episode, Eva shares her journey of navigating life near the war in Ukraine, and how this change in her career has given her a sense of safety and stability for her and her

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23:06

130. What a $5k Elopement Photography Experience...

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2025/09/11

So, you want to charge at least $5k for your elopements, but you’re not sure what a $5k client experience looks like? Don’t worry, because we break down exactly what it should look like and why having high-quality photos isn’t the only thing that you should be focusing on. In this episode, we talk about what your elopement couples truly value, why your personality matters just as much as your photos, and how your knowledge of locations, logistics, and planning helps build trust with your

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21:12

129. Why $5K Should Be the Bare Minimum for Your...

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2025/09/04

Are you still charging the same prices that elopement photographers charged years ago? If you are, it’s more than likely holding you back from creating a profitable and sustainable elopement photography business. In this episode, we talk about why $5,000 should be the bare minimum you should be charging for your packages. We also dive into how undercharging is probably hurting your business, ways to get over money mindset issues and fear of rejection, and why charging more will actually help you

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49:48

128. Allyship in Elopement Photography with Virginia...

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2025/08/28

Inclusivity in elopement photography isn’t optional; it’s an absolute must. And with LGBTQ+ rights being under attack, it’s more important than ever to step up. This is why I decided to bring on Virginia elopement photographer, Cameron Warren, to share how allies can create safer, more affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ couples. During this super important conversation, we talk about steps you can take to create more inclusive spaces in your elopement photography business, the importance of educating

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27:49

127. Celebrating Two and a Half Years of the...

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2025/08/21

It's been two and a half years since we released our very first podcast episode, which is crazy to think about, and a lot has changed since then. If you haven’t gone all the way back to the first episode, you may not know our story, so we figured it was the perfect time to reintroduce ourselves and share where life has taken us. We are getting personal in this episode by giving you an inside look at how Todd and I met, what got us into elopements, how our lives have changed, why we started the

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29:53

126. Essential Photography Gear Every Elopement...

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2025/08/14

When you’re hiking in a remote location or shooting in unpredictable weather, the equipment you have can make or break the elopement day. In this episode, I share the must-have elopement photography gear I rely on, including what’s in my bag, why I chose each piece, and why I stick to a simple, lightweight setup rather than overpacking. From my favorite camera to shoot with to which lenses I love, you get a look inside at exactly how I organize my bag to keep elopement days easy and

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35:45

125. Elopement Photography Q&A: Branding, Pricing,...

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2025/08/07

If you have a question about elopement photography, chances are we have the answer. In this episode, Todd puts me in the hot seat with some of the most common questions we hear from photographers, like how often you should follow up with inquiries, how to price for travel, whether your Instagram follower count really matters, and how to know when it’s time to raise your prices. We’re diving into real-world advice and behind-the-scenes strategies to help you feel more confident in your brand, make

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15:12

124. Why Elopement Photographers Need More Than Money...

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2025/07/31

Are you setting goals in your elopement photography business that are fueled by purpose or by pressure? If your only goal right now is to book enough elopements to pay the bills, then we need to talk. I have actually been struggling a lot with my motivation lately, and I haven’t been able to figure out why, until now. If you’ve been feeling stuck in survival mode, chasing the numbers, and still feeling unmotivated, this episode is for you. I share why money goals won’t fuel your business

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25:56

[REPLAY] From Struggle Bus to Six-Figure Success with...

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2025/07/24

Think making money from elopements is impossible? My guest today is here to bust that myth. Vanessa Halliday is an elopement photographer based in the white mountains of New Hampshire. She went from studying kinesiology to being a struggling wedding photographer to having a thriving elopement photography business on the East Coast, and she is sharing her story of how she did it. During the conversation, Vanessa opens up about the challenges she faced in 2023 of being overworked, relying on social

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27:27

123. Why Every Elopement Photographer Needs an Artist...

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2025/07/17

Have you heard of an artist statement? Basically, it’s a written statement that drives your work, and something that represents you as a photographer. If you don’t have one, it can definitely change the game for your elopement photography business. Writing an artist statement can sometimes feel like a struggle, but my guest, Colorado-based elopement photographer, Meagan Lawler, breaks it down in a way that’s easy to understand. Meagan shares her artist statement, how to begin writing your own,

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18:47

[REPLAY] Five Steps to Booking Your First $5K Elopement

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2025/07/10

Does booking your first $5K elopement feel impossible? Well, what if I told you it’s totally doable? In fact, the photographers I work with have been doing it even faster than I was able to do it on my own! Today, Todd and I are revealing the 5 steps - align, attract, convert, funnel, and plan - to successfully book your first $5K elopement. You will learn how to know your worth and target the right clients, get a clear roadmap to optimize your website and implement effective marketing strategies,

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26:57

122. How Elopement Photographers Can Use AI to Save...

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2025/07/03

Are you debating whether you should be using AI for your elopement photography business? Here’s something you may not realize: if you’re using Instagram, Facebook, or Lightroom, you are already using AI. So, this episode isn’t about whether you should be using AI or not, but how you can use it strategically to save you time and energy. From editing and culling to streamlining your marketing, we walk you through the ways AI can actually support your business while still holding onto your

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38:30

121. The Deeper Meaning Behind Elopement Photography...

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2025/06/26

As elopement photographers, our job is more important than you may think. Yes, we are taking beautiful photos, but it’s so much more than that. It’s about preserving memories, telling stories, and capturing emotions that couples will hold onto for the rest of their lives. In today’s episode, I chat with Gabriela Hotzel, a Las Vegas-based elopement photographer, but shoots all over the western U.S. Gabriela shares her story about how she fell in love with photography as a kid, and how she found her

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