From “Who Even Am I?” to British Vogue (Here’s the Part You Didn’t See)
February 6, 2026
What does it actually take to get published as a wedding photographer?
In this episode, we sit down with Kate Hensley Phillips, an Atlanta-based wedding photographer whose work has been featured everywhere from Green Wedding Shoes to British Vogue.
British Vogue was the highlight. The grind was the story.
Kate breaks down the raw, behind-the-scenes journey. The rejection emails. The unpaid work. The years of submitting. The moment she changed her mind about paid features. And the systems, strategy, and business decisions that ultimately led to high-end clients and almost five-figure starting packages.
What We Cover:
- Why getting published is a system, not luck
- The truth about paid vs unpaid features (and why transparency matters)
- How cultural relevance (Little Women, Barbie, trend timing) impacts editorial decisions
- What editors actually look for in submissions
- How rejection played a role in long-term growth
- The uncomfortable 4–6K pricing phase nobody talks about
- How Kate transitioned from volume bookings to high-end, intentional work
- Why preferred vendor lists still matter
- What photographers should focus on early vs later in their careers
Guest Spotlight: Kate Hensley Phillips is an Atlanta-based wedding photographer known for her film-inspired, documentary-forward approach. Her work emphasizes authentic moments, timeless imagery, and intentional storytelling. After eight years in the industry, Kate has built a business rooted in clarity, strategy, and sustainability.
This podcast is hosted by North + South Agency, a visibility-focused agency helping wedding vendors get found, trusted, and booked in a changing search landscape. North + South specializes in SEO, AI visibility, and education-first marketing strategies that help couples feel confident before the inquiry ever happens.
You can find North + South at https://northandsouthagency.com and follow along on Instagram and Youtube @northandsouthagency for weekly insights on what couples are actually searching for and how booking decisions are evolving.
