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Shifting Focus with John Bunn


Dec 29, 2025

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In this episode of Shifting Focus, John Bunn sits down with Leslee Layton, an Oklahoma based photographer and filmmaker who added photography to her brand after spending over a decade as a videographer.

Leslee shares what it actually looked like to step into photography without starting over, how she worked through imposter syndrome, and why waiting until you feel ready is often the thing that keeps creatives stuck. They talk about navigating pricing differences between photo and video, building trust with planners and clients, and why genuine relationships matter more than chasing growth hacks.

This conversation is honest, practical, and encouraging for photographers and filmmakers who feel the pull to evolve creatively while protecting what they have already built.

Leslee Layton Website - https://lesleelayton.com/ 

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leslee Layton

04:15 Adding photography after 10 years in video

08:41 Building confidence in a new creative lane

11:04 Learning curves and staying humble

15:09 First weddings as a photographer

20:07 Pricing photography versus videography

24:20 Networking with planners and vendors

31:40 Early challenges and mindset shifts

34:03 Building a portfolio and client trust

37:36 Genuine relationships over algorithms

40:20 Working through imposter syndrome

42:36 Expanding creativity without starting over

46:24 Mentorship and sustainable growth