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The Luma University PodcastAuthor: Jeahn Laffitte
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EP 5: Inside High-Budget Commercial Photography with Rob Gregory
Episode 5
Monday, 30 June, 2025
In this episode, I sit down with commercial photographer Rob Gregory for a candid conversation about lighting techniques, creative growth, and the real-world challenges of building a photography career. From knowing when to shoot for free to mastering studio setups, Rob shares hard-earned insights and practical advice for photographers at any stage. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your work, this episode is packed with value. Show Notes Portrait Lighting Guide: https://www.lumauniversity.com/light-me-up Rob’s Website: https://robgregoryfilm.com/ Rob’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robgregory/ Gear Matters - Peta Pixel Article: https://petapixel.com/2020/09/19/gear-doesnt-matter-actually-it-does/#:~:text=Gear%20absolutely%20matters%20when%20you,t%20be%20happy%20with%20either National Wheelchair Softball Association: https://www.wheelchairsoftball.org/ 00:00:00 – Intro: Rob's Story 00:08:30 – Personal Work Feeds Professional Jobs 00:12:13 – How to Get Started as a Commercial Photographer 00:19:47 – $15,000 vs $100,000 Dollar Jobs 00:22:34 – Photographing Caitlin Clark 00:26:54 – Specializing vs. Generalizing 00:30:27 – We Work with People We Like 00:34:10 – What is Your Time Worth? 00:38:28 – Should You Work with an Agent? 00:41:05 – Doing What You Love vs. Serving Your Market 00:44:45 – Special Offer 00:45:09 – Rob's "Creative-First" Approach to Photography 00:51:08 – The Benefits of Continuous Lighting vs. Strobes 01:01:10 – Why Gear Matters 01:11:03 – Do You Really Want to Be a Photographer? 01:16:22 – Rob's Work in Wheelchair Sports - Humanitarian Efforts 01:22:55 – Lightning Round 01:31:03 – Wrap Up #Photography #LightingTechniques #CommercialPhotography #JeahnLaffitte #RobGregory Copyright © 2025 by Jeahn Laffitte
