Raw Podcast - EP61 - A conversation with Katie Kavanagh

Raw Podcast - EP61 - A conversation with Katie Kavanagh

Episode 61! The one and only Katie Kavanagh. A great friend and an inspiration to many of us in the wedding photography scene.

Katie made the move from graphic design into full-time wedding photography, and it shows in how she approaches her work. With a strong online presence, she has a real understanding of branding, marketing, and how to present yourself in a way that actually connects with your audience and future clients.

There’s no better guest to get into social media with. What’s working, what’s not, and how to approach it without it taking over your life. There’s some really practical thinking around content, consistency, and why it’s less about chasing trends and more about knowing what you’re trying to say.

We also talk about pricing, workflow, and building a business that’s actually sustainable. Not just in terms of money, but in terms of time, energy, and avoiding burnout.

There’s a lot in here around staying true to your own style, even when there’s pressure to follow what everyone else is doing. Along with that, some honest chat about the realities of the job and trying to balance work with the rest of life.

There really is loads to take away, whether you’re starting out or a few years in. Enjoy! Dave and Paul.

A few links for you all. Katie Kavanagh Website - https://katiekav.com Katie's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katiekavphoto/ Refocus Workshop - https://www.refocusworkshop.eu/ Learn to Fly Conference - https://www.learningtofly.ie/Irish-wedding-photography-retreat-2026-Clare Katie's Recommendations for Photographers to Follow JP Bevelard's Photography - https://www.instagram.com/jpbevillard_colour/ Lorcan Finnegan - https://www.instagram.com/lorcanfinnegan/

Later App for Scheduling - https://later.com/

Hosts Dave - https://www.davidmcclelland-photography.com/ Paul - https://mhphoto.ie/