Episode Description
Welcome to the second conversation in the 10 Years Later series.
Ten years can change a business in ways you never expect.
In this episode, I sit down with Carien Schippers to reflect on the past decade—what changed, what didn’t, and how experience has reshaped the way she approaches photography and business.
We talk about the decisions she’d make differently, the challenges she never saw coming, how the industry has evolved, and what the future might look like. Along the way, the conversation naturally wanders into a few unexpected topics, making it feel less like an interview and more like two photographers catching up after years apart.
This series isn’t about cameras or editing techniques.
It’s about perspective.
What We Talk About
In this episode, Carien shares her thoughts on:
- How her business has changed over the past decade.
- Decisions she would approach differently today.
- The changes she was forced to make as the industry evolved, including navigating COVID.
- How her niche has shifted over the years.
- Whether she has an exit strategy for her business.
- If she’d choose this career again knowing everything she knows now.
- Several off-topic conversations that naturally developed along the way.
Why This Matters
Every photographer’s journey is different, but many of the challenges are surprisingly similar.
Whether you’re just starting your business or have been photographing horses for decades, hearing how another professional has navigated change can offer valuable perspective—and sometimes reassurance that you’re not the only one asking these questions.
About the 10 Years Later Series
The 10 Years Later series reconnects with photographers who previously appeared on the Equine Photographers Podcast nearly a decade ago.
Instead of talking about gear or technique, these conversations explore what only time can teach:
- How businesses evolve.
- How the industry changes.
- What experience reveals.
- And what photographers wish they had known years earlier.
Every guest has taken a different path, making each conversation unique while revealing the common threads that connect us all.
Connect with Carien
- Website: Equine Photography by Carien Schippers
- Website: Equine Photographers Network
- Instagram: Carien Schippers
- Facebook: ImagEquine
Listen Next
If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to listen to the other interviews in the 10 Years Later series as new episodes are released. Each guest brings a unique perspective on what the last decade has taught them, offering an honest look at the evolution of both photographers and the equine photography industry.
About the Equine Photographers Podcast
The Equine Photographers Podcast features conversations, interviews, and Field Notes exploring the business, craft, and future of equine photography. From workflow and pricing to industry trends and marketing, each episode is designed to help photographers build stronger, more sustainable businesses.
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