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Our Creative Commune

Our Creative Commune

Professional wedding photographers/videographers and bffs, Pete & Laura Lawson and Liam & Bee Crawley invite you to join them for a morning coffee. They"ll be chatting all things work and life.Liam and Bee have recently moved and we all now live in the same little village; not quite the commune we always used to talk about but we do get to hang out every day. This podcast is an offshoot of our daily conversations, sometimes creatively inspiring, sometimes just having a good moan, but always

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1:05:34

Back off and let me do my job!

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/12/08

It’s just the boys in the studio this week! With Laura and Bee away (all that end of year editing!), Liam and Pete sit down to debrief on a recent luxury wedding they shot together in Whitehall, London.While the venue was five-star, the day wasn't without its hurdles. We discuss the reality of shooting in high-end establishments - from the stress of strict dress codes to dealing with "smothering" service that eats into your shooting time. We also have an honest conversation about a struggle many

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1:07:23

Everything you need to know about the British Wedding...

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2025/11/17

In this special episode of Our Creative Commune, we're swapping things around! Pete and Laura are hijacking the podcast with their co-founders of the British Wedding Film Festival, Joce Boissin and Jeff Wood, to dive deep into everything you need to know about this brand-new event for the wedding film industry.We start off sharing some stories from the end of the wedding season, including Jeff's travel nightmare of losing all his kit right before a huge destination wedding and how he was forced to

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53:26

What Happens When You Ignore Instagram?

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/11/10

How many photos are too many? In this week's episode, we dive headfirst into a hot topic rattling the photography community: are we overwhelming our clients by over-delivering images? We debate whether a curated gallery of a few hundred photos is more valuable than a folder of over a thousand, and question what we'd want from our own wedding photographer.We also get real about the struggles of social media after taking a week off Instagram punished our reach, sparking a conversation about whether

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57:20

Feeling Like a Fraud

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2025/10/27

Ever come back from a conference feeling like a total fraud?This week, Pete & Laura are recovering from the social hangover of the CODA conference and so we’re diving deep into the anxieties of networking as an introvert. We discuss the pressure to be "on" all the time, navigating imposter syndrome, and that cringe-worthy moment when you're introduced to one of the cool kids as the "King and Queen" of the UK market.But it wasn't all anxiety at CODA. We were also massively inspired by many

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1:00:33

The Battle for the Soul of Wedding Photography

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/10/13

In this episode of Our Creative Commune, we're fresh from a beautifully emotional wedding in the heart of Storm Amy and a fun-filled autumnal family shoot. We also take a moment to celebrate the incredible work of fellow creative, Damian Brandon (https://damianbrandon.com/)This leads us into a passionate discussion about the current state of the wedding photography industry. Are we seeing a decline in the traditional craft of photography? We delve into the rise of the "snapshotty" and "editorial"

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57:38

Your Wedding is Not Content

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/09/29

In this episode, we discusses the most talked-about trend in the wedding industry right now: the rise of the content creator. Are they replacing videographers, and how should creative professionals adapt to a TikTok-driven market? We share our honest thoughts on the challenges and potential solutions, from offering next-day clips to staying true to your unique style in a sea of trends. Is it possible to fight the tide, or is it time to evolve?We also dive into what we've been up to on the road,

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1:07:22

Shooting a wedding 400 feet underground

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2025/09/15

This week, join Pete, Laura, Liam, and Bee for a catch-up packed with wild wedding stories and industry insights. Liam shares a tale from the depths of Scotland, where he photographed the first and only elopement inside a massive, disused WWII underground oil tank - complete with world-record-breaking echoes and drone flights in the dark. He then takes us to Iceland for a vow renewal, revealing the stressful reality of shooting in iconic, tourist-filled locations and the rules you sometimes have to

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1:06:32

Beating Burnout: Finding Joy When You're Sick of...

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/09/03

After a much-needed holiday break, the gang is back behind the mics and feeling refreshed... mostly. Join Pete, Laura, Liam, and Bee as they catch up on a wild few weeks of work, life, and misadventure.Liam kicks things off with tales from a three-day wedding in Spain, complete with tuxedos in the ocean, an aggressive jellyfish, a competitive bucking bronco incident, and an unexpected visit from the local police. Meanwhile, Pete shares his less-than-glamorous story of surviving "Vomitus Maximus"

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49:44

How I Got Scammed

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/08/18

Join Pete, Laura, Liam, and Bee for a special "postcard" episode, recorded live from next to their tents during their wholesome (and feral) camping holiday! Swapping the studio for a field, the team gets real about the highs and lows of the creative life in the middle of a busy August.In this episode, we chat about our recent travels, from a stunning but stormy cruise through the Norwegian fjords to an epic 14-hour drive to the Isle of Skye for a single elopement. We then dive into some

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49:37

Debating "Deranged" Film Trends & A £4,500 Cautionary...

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/08/04

Driving through the night fuelled by nothing but caffeine and desperation? Or wondering if a popular wedding trend is all it's cracked up to be? This week - that's us!Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OurCreativeCommuneJoin Pete, Laura, Liam, and Bee for a debrief on the delightful chaos of being a wedding creative. We recount our most stressful travel nightmares—from car breakdowns in rural France to nearly missing ceremonies by minutes. We also share stories from our latest weddings,

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46:20

Crying on the Inside Like a Winner

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/07/21

Ever felt like you're just one wedding away from snapping?In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the intense mental and physical toll of being a wedding creative.We dive deep into the chaos of a 500-guest, multi-day wedding and the logistical nightmare of shooting solo in a massive venue. It's a candid chat about the pre-wedding anxiety, the pressure we put on ourselves to constantly domore, and the art of "crying on the inside like a winner" while keeping a smile on for our clients.We also

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1:21:28

Why Hasn't Wedding Photography Pricing Changed in 20...

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/07/07

Liam is from his epic month away! In this episode, he recounts his insane month of travel, from shooting weddings in Spain and the Austrian Alps to starting a brand new career as a driving instructor. We share stories of driving down stairs in a hire car, cameras overheating at altitude, and the joy of a ceremonial beer keg tapping.Then, we get into a huge industry debate: hybrid shooting. With so many photographers now offering video, we discuss the pros and cons, and the dilemma it creates for

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1:22:13

Hybrid Shooting?! Lewis Fackrell reveals all

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/06/23

Is it possible to be a photographer AND a videographer at the same time, on your own, at a wedding? In this episode, we chat one of the photographers doing just that. The lovely Lewis Fackrell walks us through his complete hybrid shooting workflow. Are we won over?From his one-camera setup and "PVP" method, to his post-production process and business strategy, Lewis shares the secrets that have allowed him to offer photo and video packages to his couples. If you want to hear how to add an extra

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1:19:07

The Great Booking Decline

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/06/09

This week, the we're all feeling the burn after a packed schedule of weddings and a big birthday celebration. We pull back the curtain on the reality of being a wedding creative in 2024, discussing the booking decline that everyone is feeling but nobody wants to talk about.This leads to a huge announcement from Liam about a major career change after more than two decades in the industry.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OurCreativeCommuneWe also dive into:Incredible destination wedding

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1:04:08

Pervy Callers, Annoying Content Creators, and Tax...

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/05/26

This week on Our Creative Commune, Pete, Laura, Liam, and Bee dive into a whirlwind of topics! We brace ourselves as Google Gemini's AI delivers some hilariously harsh feedback on our podcasting style (are wereallythat insular?). Then, it's war stories from the wedding front lines: Liam shares his ordeal of shooting a wedding post-dodgy-fish-and-chips, and Pete recounts battling a painful eye infection mid-shoot.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OurCreativeCommuneWe tackle the big debate:

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1:10:49

The Scottish "Fyre Festival" Retreat & Supplier...

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/05/12

Pop the kettle on! Welcome back to Our Creative Commune, Episode 108. Pete, Laura, Liam, and Bee are here with the usual coffee-fuelled chaos, chatting all things wedding photography and videography.This week, the pollen count is trying to take us OUT, Liam’s back from a surprisingly chilly Spanish wedding (his 21st there! Buckfast may have been mentioned), and snapping portraits of the lovely Martin Cheung. We swear everyone else has been doing some work too!Things have gone a bit crazy – suddenly

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1:14:29

Authenticity vs Automation: Weddings, 35mm & DIY...

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2025/04/28

Wedding season is kicking off! Join Pete, Laura, Liam, and Bee as they shake off the winter slumber (and recover from some intense DIY projects) and dive back into the world of weddings. This week, we tackle the hot topic: is 35mm film making a comeback? We discuss a client request, the pros and cons of shooting film today, the costs, the nostalgia factor, and whether digital can truly replicate the look. Plus, is Liam finally gearing up to actually try it!We contrast the analogue love with the rise

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1:10:17

Navigating Rejection & Industry Shifts in Wedding...

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/04/14

Join Pete, Laura, Liam, and Bee for our regular chat all about the world of wedding photography and videography.This week, we’re re-introducing ourselves for new listeners before tackling the big issues: the frustrating rise of client ghosting and rejection, navigating the popular "editorial" photo trend (is it all it's cracked up to be?), and debating radical portfolio strategies to stand out.We’re also sharing stories of demanding client inquiries, the tricky landscape of destination weddings

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1:00:45

Awards Launch! Plus: AI Assistants, TikTok Trauma &...

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/03/31

Pete, Laura, Liam, and Bee are back for another catch-up. This week, we're excited to officially announce the launch of the British Wedding Film Festival – hear all about the idea behind it, why we think the industry needs it, and what makes it different. Liam shares the highs and lows (aching legs and Lightroom battles!) of his new property photography side hustle.We also dive into takeaways from a recent videographer retreat:Using AI like ChatGPT as a 'personal assistant' (inspired by Arran

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1:08:58

Salmon

Our Creative Commune ·

2025/03/17

This week we chat about the struggle with destination weddings, pension pots and using music on Instagram. Check out the episode on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@OurCreativeCommuneGet a free 14 day trial of Musicbed: https://www.musicbed.com/invite/935CyLawson Film School: https://www.lawsonfilms.co.uk/lawson-film-schoolSay hi on Instagram @ourcreativecommuneliamandbee.comlawsonfilms.co.uklawsonphotography.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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