038 - Transcending Trend with Drake Busath

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A common misconception among photographers is that there’s no market for brick and mortar studios in today’s world of portrait photography. And yet Busath Photography, located in Salt Lake City, is going on 50 years and 3 generations in their bustling downtown studio. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Today’s guest, Drake Busath, has truly experienced the evolution of photography through the years and managed to stay relevant by leaning into what makes Busath Photography unique. Although studio contemporaries have come and gone, they have built a strong, successful business by developing a classic style, staying consistent, and clarifying their message to clients. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In our discussion we get into what drives Drake to do the work he does (it’s not the money!), some of the things he loves most about being a photographer, and how he takes control of the shoot. Drake is an inspiration of mine, and I’m sure after this episode he’ll be one of your photography role models too! </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Here’s a glance at this episode…</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[01:01] An overview of the legacy that is Busath Photography, which is run by today’s guest, Drake Busath.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[03:32] The imminent anniversary that Busath Photography is going to be celebrating.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[06:04] Categories that Busath Photography focuses on.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[07:51] Characteristics that Drake believes have contributed to the long lasting success of his business.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[09:35] Drake describes the setting of the ‘studio and gardens’ where he and his team make magic