Raw Photography Podcast - EP62 - A conversation with David Olsthoorn
In this episode, we sit down with David Olsthoorn, one half of the husband-and-wife team behind Awake & Dreaming Photography. Together with his wife Laurie, Dave has built a thriving wedding photography business with a high-volume workflow, while maintaining a strong focus on creativity, client experience and storytelling.
We chat about everything from managing a busy wedding calendar and working together as a couple, to destination weddings, film photography and the impact of AI on the industry. Dave shares his thoughts on image rights, gear choices, editing workflows and why film photography has reignited his passion for shooting. We also dive into the realities of running a successful photography business, balancing family life with a demanding workload, and the systems that help keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
Whether you’re a wedding photographer, a portrait photographer or simply someone who enjoys hearing honest conversations about creativity and business, there’s plenty to take away from this one. It’s a wide-ranging conversation packed with practical advice, personal stories, and plenty of insight from someone who has spent decades refining both his craft and his approach to running a photography business.
David’s Links
Awake and Dreaminghttps://awakeanddreamingweddings.com/
West South Westhttps://westsouthwest.net/
Photographers Mentioned.
Oskar Bakke
https://www.instagram.com/oskarbakke
Riley Harper
https://www.instagram.com/lifeof_riley
Chris Burkard
https://www.chrisburkard.com
Show Hosts
Dave McClelland Photography
https://www.davidmcclelland-photography.com
Moat Hill Photography
https://mhphoto.ie
Podcast Partner
Bermingham Cameras
https://berminghamcameras.ie
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