Julia Trotti on Turning Portrait Photography Into a Career on YouTube
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In this week's episode of The Full Frame, a Sony Podcast, featuring portrait photographer and Youtube creator Julia Trotti (@juliatrotti). From her early days shooting portraits to becoming one of Australia’s leading photography voices on YouTube, Julia shares how she finds character in lenses, builds trust with her subjects, and keeps her creative spark alive after 17 years behind the camera.
We dives into Julia’s workflow - from lens testing and editing to balancing YouTube reviews, software projects, and personal shoots. Along the way, Clyde and Julia chat about creative burnout, staying authentic online, and how the Australian photography scene continues to grow globally.
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Chapters
1. In This Episode of The Full Frame Podcast (00:00:00)
2. Introducing Julia (@juliatrotti) (00:00:23)
3. The Character of Lenses (00:02:56)
4. UV Filters & Wedding Mishaps (00:03:36)
5. Julia Developing Her Unique Style (00:04:36)
6. Working with Talent (00:06:34)
7. The Role of Posing Apps & Over-Direction (00:08:59)
8. Location Scouting & Sydney Inspiration (00:10:34)
9. Producing a YouTube Lens Review & Review Ethics (00:11:52)
10. The Rise of Behind-the-Scenes Content (00:17:45)
11. Navigating Trends & Algorithm Shifts (00:21:42)
12. The YouTube Meta: Titles & Thumbnails (00:23:45)
13. Presets as Learning Tools & Retouching Software (00:25:10)
14. What's Coming Up: Natural-Light Online Workshop (00:30:05)
15. Creative Shift: Embracing Cottagecore (00:33:44)
16. Wardrobe & Styling Philosophy (00:35:57)
17. Travel Plans & Industry Talks (00:37:36)
18. YouTube Algorithm Pressure & Thick Skin (00:39:23)
19. Social Media Volatility & Sponsored Content (00:45:24)
20. Keeping Reviews Fresh & Unusual Lenses (00:49:41)
21. Focal Length Favorites (00:52:23)
22. Advice for Emerging Photographers (00:54:36)
23. Closing & Where to Find Julia (00:56:17)
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