Mastering the Business of Volume Photography: Exclusive Interview with Carl Bott

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Outspoken Artist podcast, hosted by Jean Carlo! In this fifth episode, we have the privilege of chatting with Carl Bott (‪@coffee_with_carl‬) a true master in the art of volume photography for sports, dance, cheer, and schools. As the driving force behind Legacy Photo Company, the largest volume photo company in Middle Tennessee, Carl shares his invaluable insights and success journey.
📸 Mastering Volume Photography: Join us as we delve into the world of volume photography. Carl Bott unveils the secrets to capturing memorable moments for sports teams, dance troupes, cheer squads, and schools. Discover the techniques and best practices that set him apart in this specialized field.
💼 Building Legacy Photo Company: Carl shares the remarkable story of how he founded and grew Legacy Photo Company into the largest volume photography company in Middle Tennessee. Get inspired by his entrepreneurial journey and learn from his experiences.
📷 Capturing the Essence: Dive into the art of volume photography and explore how Carl and his team bring out the best in their subjects. Learn how they create images that not only commemorate events but also capture the spirit and personality of the individuals involved.
📚 Industry Expertise: Carl's vast experience in volume photography provides a unique perspective on the industry. Gain insights into the trends, challenges, and opportunities that shape the world of sports, dance, cheer, and school photography.
🚀 Achieving Success: Discover the strategies and principles that have driven Carl's company to the top. Whether you're an aspiring photographer or a business enthusiast, you'll find Carl's wisdom and experiences invaluable.
🌟 Passion for Photography: Carl's passion for photography shines through as he discusses the joy he finds in his work. Explore his creative process and what motivates him to continually excel in his craft.
🌆 Tennessee's Finest: Middle Tennessee is home to a thriving photography scene, and Carl Bott's Legacy Photo Company is at the forefront. Learn about the unique challenges and opportunities in this region's photography industry.
📸 Spotlight on Legacy Photo Company: Throughout the episode, we highlight the incredible work and contributions of Legacy Photo Company. See how this company has made a lasting impact on the photography landscape.
Join us for a captivating conversation with Carl Bott, a true pioneer in volume photography. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to The Outspoken Artist with your host, Jean Carlo, for more engaging episodes! 🎉
Explore the world of volume photography and entrepreneurial success with Carl Bott and Legacy Photo Company. 📸✨
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Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - The Start of the Volume Photography
4:23 - Building a Scalable Business
8:30 - Incorporating Entagged in the Workflow
11:52 - The QR Workflows through GotPhoto
15:45 - Embracing Technology to Scale your Business
20:00 - Staffing for Volume Photography - When to Hire
25:30 - Should you hire someone to handle the kids in Volume Photography?
30:45 - Think Carefully on your business name. It can hinder your growth.
33:42 - The Politics and Nuances of Volume Photography
35:00 - Think Volume Photography as being a Partner vs a Vendor
37:30 - Upcoming Workshops and Mentoring
41:35 - Carl Bott the reality TV star! The Blox Entrepreneur Show worth checking out.
47:00 - Final Advice from Carl! Listen Closely
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[@MonteWeaverofficial]

Absolutely the best interview and info about sports volume photography. New subscriber!

[@OutspokenArtist]

Thank you so much for the support. Carl is a great guy and I highly recommend you check out his FB page Coffee with Carl. Even more info there.

[@info.CashProgram-li8wu]

Great interview! Did I miss Carl talking about pricing?

[@OutspokenArtist]

I don't believe we touched on that but what kind of pricing are you interested in?

[@info.CashProgram-li8wu]

@@OutspokenArtist just a general price for schools and parents. How much per child? Does the school pay the session fee? Etc etc

[@OutspokenArtist]

@@info.CashProgram-li8wu I understand now. What I would recommend is checking out his FB and I believe he has an Instagram too called Coffee with Carl. He talks a lot about that and also he had a workshop coming up too. Hope that helps somewhat

[@OutspokenArtist]

@@info.CashProgram-li8wu what I can tell you from personal knowledge; most schools don't pay anything. Public schools normally have bids for contracts and they outline exactly how much each photo package should be and what the commission of sales (%) will go back to the school. Private and smaller non-public education facilities normally will not have such strict conditions, but usually get some form of commission as well. From what I gathered, the average "per student" ranges around $20-$40. I'd reach out to Carl as he is the pro on it.