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Today on The Portrait System Podcast, host, photographer and educator Nikki Closser interviews Orlando-based photographer Gilmar Smith. Listen in as Gilmar tells us all about how she stands out among the competitive Orlando market by creating unique visuals that capture her audience's attention!
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Episode Summary:
In this inspiring episode of *The Portrait System Podcast*, host Nikki Closser sits down with Gilmar Smith, a photographer known for her vibrant and playful style. Gilmar opens up about her journey, from overcoming personal hardships to finding joy in creative photography. She shares how experimenting with color and lighting has not only shaped her distinctive approach but also helped her stand out in the competitive photography world of Orlando, Florida. Gilmar’s story is filled with resilience and passion, as she talks about how photography has been a therapeutic outlet during some of the most challenging moments of her life.
Key Topics Covered:
– Transition to Photography: Gilmar discusses how she found her passion for photography during a difficult time in her life and how it became her saving grace.
– The Power of Color: She explains how she developed her signature vibrant style and how color influences her work and emotional healing.
– Building a Client Base in a Competitive Market: Gilmar shares insights into how she attracts clients, particularly realtors and other professionals, by offering something unique and memorable.
– Navigating Personal Challenges: Gilmar opens up about experiencing loss, grief, and postpartum depression, and how she used photography as a form of therapy.
Featured Guest: Gilmar Smith
Host: Nikki Closser
Episode Highlights:
1. From Struggles to Success: Gilmar shares how she found photography during a difficult period in her life, using it to rediscover her sense of self and purpose.
2. Developing a Unique Style: Gilmar describes her journey to creating her bright, bold “dopamine photography” style, which helped her stand out in a sea of photographers.
3. Client Connection: She talks about how understanding her clients’ personalities helps her create portraits that truly resonate with them, especially within the competitive real estate market.
4. The Healing Power of Art: Gilmar touches on how photography became a tool for healing, particularly during moments of grief and postpartum depression.
Listener Takeaways:
1. Find Your Creative Voice: Embrace experimentation to discover a style that is uniquely yours.
2. Use Personal Experiences: Don’t shy away from using your personal challenges as fuel for your creative journey.
3. Building Client Relationships: Focus on connecting with your clients on a personal level to create images that resonate and build lasting relationships.
Duration: 56:13
Release Date: 09/30/2024
Where to Listen: Available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts.
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