The Loud Lens – Podcast

• It’s the 1st — Here’s How to Make Money with Photography This Month
  It’s the 1st of the month — which means you’ve got 30 days to make your photography actually pay. Not in theory. Not when your dream clients magically appear. But right now.This episode is your blunt, bullshit-free blueprint to getting paid this month using the skills and kit you already have. I’m breaking down over […]
• AI Won’t Replace You — But Your Fear Will
  AI isn't the problem — your fear is. In this no-bullsh*t episode, Khandie breaks down why photographers freaking out about artificial intelligence are focused on the wrong enemy. From generative fill panic to lazy excuses like "I'm not techy," it's time for a wake-up call.Discover what AI can't do (like connect, storytell, or give a […]
• Stop Romanticising the Struggle — You’re Not a Better Photographer Just Because You’re Broke
  You’re not a martyr for your craft. You’re just underpaid and burnt out. In this episode, I’m calling out the toxic mindset that says passion should be enough. It’s not.We’re diving into:Why photographers glorify burnoutHow “doing it for the love” is keeping you brokeThe bullshit behind the starving artist lieAnd what it really takes to […]
• Half the ‘Community’ You Idolise Wouldn’t Piss on You If You Were on Fire
  You keep chasing clout, validation, and approval from “big name” photographers who wouldn't even notice if you quit tomorrow. Sound familiar? This episode dives into the toxic side of the photography community — the fake support, the elitism, the curated cliques — and why it’s keeping you stuck, burnt out, and creatively bankrupt.I’m done with […]
• Styled Shoots Can Be Utter BS For Your Business As A Photographer
  I love a styled shoot. Who doesnt? However in this industry of photography, so many are misleading (either by accident or by choice) their client base into thinking this is their client work and therefore replicatably at an actual wedding.Styled shoots are not just for the wedding industry but are very popular amongst them. It […]
• You’re Not Shadowbanned — You’re Just Boring Online
  Still blaming the algorithm for your flop posts? Newsflash: it's not shadowbanning — your content just isn’t worth stopping the scroll for. In this brutally honest episode of The Loud Lens, I break down the facts about what platforms really say about shadowbanning, why your reach is dying, and how to stop hiding behind tired […]
• You Don’t Have a Photography Business — You Have a Hobby
  Let’s cut the crap: if you’re not making money, not marketing, and still winging your pricing : you don’t have a business. You have a hobby… and an expensive one at that.In this unfiltered episode of The Loud Lens, Khandie serves the truth raw:👉 Your lack of bookings? That’s on you.👉 Still saying “the market’s […]
• Gear Shaming Is Utter Trash. STOP IT!
  They told you to “upgrade your kit.” They said you can’t charge pro rates without full-frame. They judged your lens, your flash, even your tripod.Let’s call it what it is: GEAR SHAMING. And it’s absolute nonsense.In this loud, blunt, and brutally honest video, I'm exposing the somewhat toxic culture of gear snobbery and why your […]
• Bluebell Photoshoots: Why I Don’t Do Them Anymore
  Every spring, the bluebells bloom and so does the flood of Instagram sessions and dreamy woodland shoots. But while the photos are beautiful, what’s happening behind the scenes isn’t.In this episode, I talk about why I’ve stopped offering bluebell sessions as a professional photographer. From crushed wildflowers and legal issues to misleading content and flat-out […]
• Branding for Photographers: Why Your Face Is More Powerful Than Your Logo
  Are you still rocking that camera-holding profile pic? Still agonising over fonts for a logo no one notices? In this brutally honest episode of The Loud Lens, your eccentric host Khandie of Khandie Photography (based in Northampton, UK) breaks down why personal branding matters more than ever for photographers. Whether you're new to the game […]
• Creativity Unfiltered — My Talk at The Photography & Video Show 2025
  Recorded live at The Photography & Video Show 2025 at ExCel London, this episode captures my second talk at the show — a brutally honest dive into creativity in photography. The room was packed, the energy was high, and the message? Simple: stop chasing trends and start creating with intention.This isn’t a fluff piece. It’s […]
• No Filter: How Norway's Photoshop Law Is Changing The Game
  What if you had to legally admit you Photoshopped that selfie? In this episode, I dive deep into Norway’s groundbreaking law that forces influencers and advertisers to label retouched or surgically enhanced images.From the impact on mental health and self-esteem to the real-world shift in photography styles, we’re talking about why this law matters way […]
• "It’s 1:30 AM… and I Need to Tell You the Truth About Photography
  It’s 1:30 AM, and I should be asleep. But instead, I’m recording this because if I’m being real, my mind won’t shut up. This is the side of being a full-time photographer no one talks about. The financial stress, the burnout, the self-doubt that keeps you awake at night wondering if you should just quit."So […]
• Asked 100 Clients WHY They Hired Me… And You Won’t Believe What They Said
  If you’re struggling to book clients, feeling stuck in your photography business, or wondering why some photographers are fully booked while you’re barely scraping by—this episode is for you. I surveyed 100 clients and uncovered EXACTLY why they hired me over the competition… and let me tell you, it’s NOT what you think."🚀 What you’ll […]
• Small Time Earnings to Big Bucks With This Marketing Tip! Photographers You Need To Try This
  Struggling to book photography clients? Feeling stuck and unsure how to grow your business? You’re not alone. Most photographers have NO IDEA how to market themselves, and they end up wasting time on tactics that don’t work.In this episode/video, I’m sharing one of my BEST photography business hacks—using mini headshot sessions as a loss leader […]
• Photographers: Stop Attracting Nightmare Clients (It’s YOUR Fault!)
  Photographers, if you keep landing bad clients—guess what? It’s your fault.Stop blaming “cheap people” and start fixing the mistakes you’re making that invite them in. In this episode of The Loud Lens, I break down exactly why bad clients keep finding you, from low prices to weak contracts, endless revisions, and falling for the classic […]
• The Photography and Video Show 2025: Was Moving to ExCeL a Mistake? No-BS Review
  🚨 The Photography & Video Show 2025 has moved from NEC Birmingham to ExCeL London – was it worth it? 🚨In this honest, no-BS review, I break down:✅ The highs & lows of the show✅ The big NEC vs. ExCeL debate✅ My experience as a speaker✅ What photographers & content creators need to knowWhether you […]
• Networking Without Selling Your Soul – Stay Loud, Stay Booked!
  Hate networking? You’re not alone. Whether you're an extroverted oversharer or an introvert avoiding eye contact, this episode is for you.We’re talking about how to network as a photographer—without toning yourself down, faking it, or becoming a cringe LinkedIn bro.📸 Inside This Episode:✅ Why networking events feel like speed dating for work (and how to […]
• The Ugly Side of Being a Creative Online (And How to Handle It)
  Photographers, artists, creatives—if you exist online, chances are you’ve dealt with hate, trolls, and unsolicited ‘advice’.Why do people feel the need to tear down creatives? Especially women in male-dominated fields? In this episode of The Loud Lens, I get real about:🔥 The types of trolls creatives face & how to handle them.🔥 Why some people […]
• Photographers BEWARE: This Could Get You Sued! Dont Make These Mistakes
  Photographers—listen up! You might think you have full control over your shots, but what if I told you a simple logo in the background, a public landmark, or even a nighttime shot of the Eiffel Tower could land you in legal trouble? Brands, locations, and even graffiti artists are coming for photographers who don’t know […]