Lissa Chandler: Confessions of a Wedding ‘Photography Dinosaur
This episode brings the energy, the honesty, and a whole lot of real talk.
Brock and Jon sit down with photographer Lissa (aka a self-proclaimed “photography dinosaur”) to break down what it actually takes to survive—and thrive—in the wedding industry.
From bombing her very first $250 wedding to building a brand now sold in over 150 stores, Lissa shares the kind of behind-the-scenes truth most creatives won’t say out loud.
This episode covers:
- The harsh reality of starting out (and why most beginners struggle)
- Why experience matters more than gear, trends, or social media
- The difference between “posing” and capturing real moments
- How to handle difficult guests (aka the backseat photographers)
- Why AI editing is getting out of control—and where she draws the line
- The secret to making couples feel natural (even when they’re awkward)
They also dive into the wedding world from a DJ + photographer perspective:
- Why timelines fall apart—and how pros fix them instantly
- The truth about vendors judging each other (and why it’s dumb)
- What actually makes a wedding feel like a party
Plus, things get fun:
- Wedding pizza controversy 🍕
- Wild ceremony ideas (yes… shirtless roller skaters)
- Favorite wedding food moments
- Rapid fire questions, dinosaur jokes, and 90s nostalgia
At its core, this episode is about one thing:
👉 Experience beats everything—and authenticity wins every time.
👉 Experience beats everything—and authenticity wins every time.
