Meet Amy Hansen

We recently connected with Amy Hansen and have shared our conversation below.

Amy, first a big thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and insights with us today. I’m sure many of our readers will benefit from your wisdom, and one of the areas where we think your insight might be most helpful is related to imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome is holding so many people back from reaching their true and highest potential and so we’d love to hear about your journey and how you overcame imposter syndrome.

When I first stepped into wedding photography, I felt like I had somehow tricked every couple who hired me. There was this lingering fear that I wasn’t “experienced enough,” or that one wrong move would prove I didn’t belong behind the camera. Wedding days are high stakes, they only happen once, and that responsibility can feel overwhelming.

What’s helped me most is remembering that imposter syndrome usually shows up when something matters to me. I care deeply about the couples I photograph, and I want their photos to feel like their love; not a generic template. That pressure can be heavy, but it also means my heart is in the right place.

I’ve started keeping evidence of my progress. Whenever I receive a message from a couple saying how much they love their photos, or when I look back and see how much my work has evolved, it reminds me that my fear isn’t the truth. The truth is in the photos I’ve delivered, the joyful reactions I’ve witnessed, and the way people trust me with their memories.

I’ve also learned not to compare myself to photographers who have been doing this longer. Their journey doesn’t erase mine. I’m focused on being the best photographer for the people in front of me, creating an experience that feels comfortable, fun, and authentic.

Every ceremony, every elopement, vow renewal or other session, I’m replacing doubt with confidence. Every wedding I shoot proves that I’m capable. I still get nervous sometimes, but now I see that as a sign that I care, and caring is what makes me a better artist.

Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?

Andrew and I are a Southern California–based photography and videography duo capturing weddings and love stories with equal parts artistry and authenticity. We love documenting the big emotional moments and the tiny in-between ones that couples didn’t even realize were happening.

What makes our work special is that we focus on comfort and connection. We want couples to feel like themselves, laughing, dancing, breathing… not stiff and over-posed. And with both photo and video, we help tell the story from multiple angles, so nothing is missed.

We’re also building a legacy approach to our brand. When someone invites us into their proposal, engagement session, or wedding day, we want to be there for all the milestones that come after. Our goal is to grow with the couples who trust us.

It’s been incredible building this together and turning memorable days into art that lasts. And this is only the beginning.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

1. Communication and People Skills
Weddings are emotional and often a little chaotic. Being able to guide people, keep them comfortable, and bring a calm, confident presence has been one of the most important parts of our journey. Great photos start with trust. Practice talking to people, directing them, and reading the room, your energy sets the tone.

2. Be Yourself — Not the Trend
It’s really tempting to chase whatever editing style or posing trend is blowing up online, but authenticity attracts the right clients. Once we leaned into our own creative voice instead of trying to match what everyone else was doing, the people who truly connected with our approach started finding us. Let your style evolve, but make sure it still feels like you.

3. Stay Curious and Build Community
Photography is constantly evolving, new gear, new techniques, new business tools. Staying curious keeps the passion alive. But beyond that, community has been huge for our growth. Connecting with other photographers and professionals in the industry from all service types, asking questions, sharing knowledge; all of that has helped us learn faster. The more we treated others as collaborators rather than competition, the more opportunities and support came our way.

For anyone getting started: follow your own creative compass, keep learning, and surround yourself with people who inspire you. There’s plenty of room for everyone to succeed.

One of our goals is to help like-minded folks with similar goals connect and so before we go we want to ask if you are looking to partner or collab with others – and if so, what would make the ideal collaborator or partner?

We love collaborating with other creatives, whether it’s photographers, videographers, planners, florists, venues… anyone who’s passionate about elevating a wedding or luxury event experience. Some of our best work has come from teaming up with people who share the same heart for storytelling and good vibes on a big day.

We’re especially excited about working with:
• Wedding vendors who value a fun, stress-free client experience
• Creatives who love experimenting with new ideas and locations
• Planners and venues who want a reliable photo + video team to recommend

If someone reading this is interested in partnering up, whether it’s a styled shoot, a wedding project, or a new creative idea we’d love to connect. You can reach us on Instagram @fonsecahansenmedia or through our website contact form.

Collaboration makes the industry better for everyone, and we’re always excited to grow alongside people who feel the same way.

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Fonseca Hansen Media

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