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The Loud Lens: Photography's Middle Finger
Welcome to The Loud Lens, the podcast where creativity meets audacity! Hosted by Khandie Rees—a bold photographer, unapologetic content creator, and business rebel—this show dives into the art of standing out in a world that loves to blend in. Whether you're a photographer, entrepreneur, or creative looking for no-BS advice on thriving in the business and breaking the rules, this is your space to get inspired, laugh, and maybe even rethink your game plan. BTW want discount codes? Here is a link…
Episodes
- The Loud Lens: Photography's Middle Finger
Christmas Minis: Money Maker or Creative Trap?
Every photographer and their bloody ring light is selling Christmas Minis right now — but are you actually making money, or just burning out for mince pie…
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How to Market Your Photography Business When You’re Skint (Real Talk, No BS).
Struggling to get clients? Feel like your photography business is invisible?In this episode, I’m breaking down EXACTLY how I’d market my photography business…
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Pay to Play: The Scam Behind ‘Award-Winning’ Photographers
Congratulations! You’ve been selected as one of the Top 50 Visionary Creative Innovators of 2025!…Just send us £250 and we’ll email your certificate.Yeah…
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One Year On: I’m Still Loud, Still Here, and Still Taking The F*cking Lens Cap Off
It’s been one year since I wrote Take The F*cking Lens Cap Off* . The book that pissed some people off, empowered others, and reminded me exactly who the hell…
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No Money? No Problem. How to Market Your Photography Business When You’re Broke as Hell
Specially requested episode from The Loud Lens facebook group. How do you market your photography business when you have no money and very few clients. So…
The Loud Lens: Photography's Middle FingerLegacy vs Likes — Why Your Photos Should Outlive Instagram (with Matt Curtis)
I only went and got myself another swanky guest! This time it is Matt Curtis who is an award winning photographer and big deal at The BIPP who is massive…
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The Supplier, the Photographer, and £150: Who Really Owns the Images?
When a viral reel exposed a supplier perplexed over a photographer charging £150 for image use/access, the internet split. But beneath the outrage lies a…
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Your Camera Is Killing You: Why Every Photographer Needs a Reset Button
I will admit that resetting yourself in business is so important but what actually does that mean? Is it another cliche buzzword some self professed social…
The Loud Lens: Photography's Middle FingerFrom Garage Tutorials to Adorama: Gavin Hoey on the Realities of Teaching Photography
He started out filming tutorials in his garage and now works with Adorama, runs sold-out workshops, and collaborates with some of the biggest names in…
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Pay Me in Cake? The Weirdest Ways I’ve Marketed My Photography
Forget funnels, forget boosted posts. I’ve promoted my photography business in some seriously weird ways — and shockingly, they worked. From offering ‘just in…
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How to Make Money Without Picking Up Your Camera - I Got You Photographer
Think the only way to make money as a photographer is by pressing the shutter? Bollocks. In this episode of The Loud Lens, I rip apart the myth that your…
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AI in Fashion: Why Plus-Size & Diversity Risk Erasure
AI is creeping into the fashion industry but what happens when it starts to erase real people? In this episode, I break down how AI models and AI-generated…
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The Rain Doesnt Stop The Play
Rainy season and no studio? Stop panicking. In this Loud Lens episode, Khandie Rees goes in hard on survival strategies for photographers who don’t have an…
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Dunning-Kruger With a Camera: The Arrogance Problem in Photography
This isn’t a hate fest on amateur photographers — we all start somewhere. But some amateurs? They just can’t be told. They leap into pro work without the…
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Going Viral is BS in Photography and BAD for business.
Everyone’s obsessed with going viral—but what happens when your business becomes all about chasing likes instead of serving clients? In this brutally honest…
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The Biggest Photography Trends of 2025 (Apparently) And Why Most of You Can’t Deliver Them
Natural light is trending hard. Blue hour portraits, nostalgic film edits, AI-manipulated wedding shots — they’re all over TikTok, Pinterest, and your clients’…
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Backlash, Bad Knees & Bitter Photographers: Lessons from Taylor & Travis
Taylor Swift said “yes.” Travis Kelce bent the “wrong” knee. Instagram crashed. And photographers… lost the plot. Instead of learning from the moment, many…
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Why No One Is Booking Your Branding Photography (And Yes, It’s Your Fault)
"No one’s booking your branding photography sessions? Spoiler alert—it’s not the algorithm, it’s not the economy, and it’s not because clients ‘don’t get the…
The Loud Lens: Photography's Middle FingerSo You Think You Can Be a Music Photographer? Think Again.
Everyone wants to shoot bands. The flashing lights, the pit access, the epic shots for Instagram. It looks like the dream job. But here’s the truth: starting…
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That’s Not Your Face, Babe: The Filter Fantasy Destroying Photography
Unfiltered truth incoming. In this explosive episode, Khandie Rees calls out the growing epidemic of clients who genuinely believe their FaceTuned selfies are…
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The Rise of the Sh*t Wedding Photographer: How Lowballers Are Killing the Industry
In this no-holds-barred episode of The Loud Lens, Khandie Rees tackles the rise of the sht wedding photographer*—not the beginners, not the learners, but the…
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Not Every Click Needs a Paycheck: The Joy of Being Just a Hobbyist Photographer
Not every photographer wants—or needs—to go pro. In this powerful episode, Khandie unpacks the joy and freedom of being a hobbyist photographer in a world…
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Are You the Red Flag? When Your Business Looks Like a Scam
Photographers are sounding the alarm on scammers in the industry—but what if you’re the one setting off the warning bells? In this brutally honest episode of…
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What They Don't Tell You About Photographing Grief (Trigger Warning)
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses grief, child loss, terminal illness, and emotional trauma. Please listen with care.In this emotionally raw episode…
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Booked, Busy & On a Break: How Photographers Can Market Themselves (Without Burning Out This Summer)
Summer's here—but your bookings might not be. Whether you’re off on holiday, stuck in a slow season, or drowning in weddings, this episode is packed with real…
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You Can’t Grade Grit: Why No One Asked for My GCSEs - Trigger Warning
What if the thing that built your career wasn’t your qualifications—but your grit?In this brutally honest episode, I share how I went from a complicated…
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Photographers Behaving Badly: The WTF Files
From ghosting weddings to turning up drunk, we're diving deep into the wildest real-life stories of photographers behaving badly. Join me as I react to…
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Why Most Photography Advice Is Total Bullsh*t - The Problem With Most Photography Advice (and What Works)
Tired of hearing the same old tips? “Post more!” “Niche down!” “Just charge your worth!” — Yeah, we’re calling BULLSH*T on most of it.In this episode of The…
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Is It Time To De-Influence The World of Photography?
Photography has an influencer probleman d it’s time we talk about it.In this episode of The Loud Lens, I’m diving into how influencer culture is slowly eroding…
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Why Most Photography Businesses Fail: The Coach Says Shape UP! with Coach Brian Wrigley
A lot of photographers aren’t running businesses. They’re running expensive hobbies with fancy gear and no plan. In this episode, I sit down with business…
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Third-Wheeling the Photography Industry – My Partner Spills The Beans (and throws me under the bus)
“My partner doesn’t get it — being a photographer isn’t a 9–5.”That’s what a listener messaged me recently via The Loud Lens Facebook group, struggling to…
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Money Is One of The Reasons But Not The Only Reason We Have Conflict
Conflict in the creative industry? Oh, honey, it’s not just common—it’s practically currency. From late payments and ghosting clients to toxic 'community'…
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Follower Request: When It’s Time to Pivot or Quit.
Still hanging onto a photography business that’s burning you out? Dreading shoots you once loved? You’re not broken—you’ve evolved. In this episode of The Loud…
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Can Photography Heal You? Mental Health, Imposter Syndrome & the Truth Creatives Avoid
Photography can be therapy—but it can also trigger burnout, anxiety, and imposter syndrome. In this episode of The Loud Lens, I dive deep into the honest…
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WTF I have a SECOND book coming out? Hype This Moment With Me!
My second photography book No One F*cking Cares About Your Photography launches on 1st July — and in this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on both books…
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Too Loud? Too Confident? Too Bad - I am not less to make you feel better.
This episode is for the any ones who’ve been told they’re “too much”—and still kept going.From being called intimidating to building a brand on my own terms…
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Portrait Photographer Tries Wildlife Photography For First Time - in Estonia with Wildlife Dreams
I tried wildlife photography for the first time in a luxury hide in the Estonian wilderness… and I wasn’t ready.Hosted by Wildlife Dreams (run by the brilliant…
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The Industry’s Dirty Secret: Why Unpaid Work Is K*lling Your Career
Everyone’s talking about raising your prices but no one wants to talk about the real problem: you’re giving away your work for free.In this brutally honest…
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Get Out of My Shot! — Photographers, Influencers & Public Space
Are photographers and influencers becoming too entitled in public spaces? In this blunt episode, award-winning photographer and educator Khandie dives into the…
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Booking Season is Bullsh*t — You’re Just Bad at Planning
Sick of hearing photographers moan about “quiet months”? In this episode, I’m calling out the booking season myth and showing you exactly why your inbox is…
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Wildlife Photographer vs Fashion Runway: The Reality Check
Phil from Wildlife Dreams joined me for the Estonian Fashion Festival thinking fashion photography would be simple compared to waiting hours for wildlife…
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He Survived Day 1 of Fashion Week… Barely
What happens when a wildlife photographer walks into a fashion show? Spoiler: it’s not pretty. In this episode, I sit down with Phil from Wildlife Dreams after…
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A Fox Interrupted Mid-Episode — Wildlife Photography in Estonia (with Wildlife Dreams)
Ever wanted to shoot wildlife like a pro but thought you had to go to Africa? Think again.In this brutally honest episode of The Loud Lens, I'm recording…
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Don’t Go Pro Until You Hear This - New Photographers Be Warned
Thinking of going pro with your photography? Before you dive in, this episode of The Loud Lens lays down the brutal truth — because turning your passion into a…
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From a Talk to Estonia: How Saying Yes Opened Creative Doors (ft. Wildlife Dreams)
In this episode of The Loud Lens, things get a little more casual — more two mates chatting than a polished seminar. But trust us, it’s packed with the kind of…
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Beige Doesn’t Book: Building a Bold Photography Brand That Actually Stands Out
If your photography brand is still whispering in a world that rewards shouting , this episode is your wake-up call.I'm Khandie from Khandie Photography: blunt…
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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…
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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…
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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…
The Loud Lens: Photography's Middle FingerHalf 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…
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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…
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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…
The Loud Lens: Photography's Middle FingerYou 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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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"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…
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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…