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Finding Your Signature Style & Building a Standout Brand
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Do you want your wedding photography brand to be instantly recognizable?
In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Christina McNeill, a San Francisco-based luxury wedding photographer, shares how she developed a signature style that attracts high-end clients and commands $25K+ per wedding.
From her art school beginnings to building a premium brand, Christina reveals why authenticity, artistic vision, and strategic branding are essential for success in the luxury market.
If you’re a wedding photographer or filmmaker looking to refine your brand, stand out in a crowded industry, and confidently charge premium rates, this episode is a must-listen!
In this episode, we cover:
✔️ How art school & editorial photography shaped Christina’s unique wedding style
✔️ Why having a signature style helps you attract high-end clients
✔️ How to balance creative freedom with client expectations
✔️ Why following trends won’t get you booked by luxury planners
✔️ The strategic steps Christina took to scale to $25K+ weddings
✔️ The importance of mentorship, networking, and continuing education
✔️ How Christina’s mentorship program (SESH) is helping photographers refine their brands
💬 How have you developed your unique style?
DM us on Instagram @TheLevelUpCo or share your thoughts in the comments on YouTube!
⭐ Enjoyed this episode?
Subscribe, rate, and review to help more wedding photographers and filmmakers grow their businesses and attract luxury clients.
Timestamps:
00:00 – 05:00 | Introduction
05:01 – 12:00 | From Art School to Weddings
12:01 – 20:00 | Finding Your Signature Style & Building a Brand
20:01 – 30:00 | Attracting Ideal Clients & Staying True to Your Art
30:01 – 40:00 | The Business of Photography & Pricing
40:01 – 44:00 | Final Thoughts
NEW TRAINING: The Luxury Wedding Playbook - Learn how to attract luxury clients (without chasing them) https://thelevelupco.com/playbook
📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.
The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset
Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/
200 episodes
Manage episode 422999014 series 2641613
Do you want your wedding photography brand to be instantly recognizable?
In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Christina McNeill, a San Francisco-based luxury wedding photographer, shares how she developed a signature style that attracts high-end clients and commands $25K+ per wedding.
From her art school beginnings to building a premium brand, Christina reveals why authenticity, artistic vision, and strategic branding are essential for success in the luxury market.
If you’re a wedding photographer or filmmaker looking to refine your brand, stand out in a crowded industry, and confidently charge premium rates, this episode is a must-listen!
In this episode, we cover:
✔️ How art school & editorial photography shaped Christina’s unique wedding style
✔️ Why having a signature style helps you attract high-end clients
✔️ How to balance creative freedom with client expectations
✔️ Why following trends won’t get you booked by luxury planners
✔️ The strategic steps Christina took to scale to $25K+ weddings
✔️ The importance of mentorship, networking, and continuing education
✔️ How Christina’s mentorship program (SESH) is helping photographers refine their brands
💬 How have you developed your unique style?
DM us on Instagram @TheLevelUpCo or share your thoughts in the comments on YouTube!
⭐ Enjoyed this episode?
Subscribe, rate, and review to help more wedding photographers and filmmakers grow their businesses and attract luxury clients.
Timestamps:
00:00 – 05:00 | Introduction
05:01 – 12:00 | From Art School to Weddings
12:01 – 20:00 | Finding Your Signature Style & Building a Brand
20:01 – 30:00 | Attracting Ideal Clients & Staying True to Your Art
30:01 – 40:00 | The Business of Photography & Pricing
40:01 – 44:00 | Final Thoughts
NEW TRAINING: The Luxury Wedding Playbook - Learn how to attract luxury clients (without chasing them) https://thelevelupco.com/playbook
📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.
The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset
Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/
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