In this inspiring episode, Kristin Sweeting sits down with film photographer Rachel Larsen Weaver to discuss the journey of building a creative business that aligns with who you truly are. Rachel shares how she transitioned from digital to film photography, created her signature long-form sessions, and found a way to work with deeply aligned clients while staying true to her artistic vision. They also explore themes of self-portraiture, body acceptance, personal branding, and the importance of creating personal work even when running a business.
If you're a photographer or creative struggling to figure out how to make work that actually feels like YOU (and get paid well for it), this episode is packed with wisdom, real talk, and a whole lot of inspiration.
Rachel Larsen Weaver is an artist-educator and photographer from the Maryland beaches of the Chesapeake Bay. A mother to five and creator of moments, her enthusiasm for details and self-love are infectious, infusing creative sessions with a buoyant reverence for the simplest pleasures. Her portfolio and practice is fat-affirming, mindful, and genuine, focusing on the life and light of clients. She runs several online courses every year : HOW TOO: A photography class and The Words Workshop. The creator of the original Long Form Sessions, Rachel travels the country documenting mothers, bodies, and details.
Connect with Rachel:
https://www.rachellarsenweaver.com/
https://www.instagram.com/rachel.larsen.weaver/
Connect with Kristin:
https://instagram.com/kristinsweeting
https://instagram.com/dangerouscreatives
https://kristinsweeting.substack.com
Credits:
Fire Choir Band/Marie Hines: https://www.firechoirband.com
Jen Madigan Creative: https://jenmadigancreative.com