Scammed by Their Photographer: The Jacqueline Poole Story

Jacqueline Poole-Montesano , a wedding photographer accused of scamming clients and vendors. Tim and Lindsay explore the implications of her actions on the wedding industry, the lack of regulation for wedding vendors. The conversation highlights the need for better practices and accountability in the photography business. Timothy shares the first-hand accounts from 4 brides who shared their stories with us. The discussion highlights the emotional and financial impact on clients, the importance of accountability in the wedding industry, and the need for mental health awareness among professionals. Lindsay and Tim discuss how clients can protect themselves when hiring vendors and emphasizes the significance of building a sustainable photography business with proper systems in place. News sources: NOW: https://nowtoronto.com/news/very-vindictive-ontario-couples-report-being-scammed-by-the-same-wedding-photographer-police-investigating/ CTV: https://barrie.ctvnews.ca/brides-and-vendors-claim-they-were-ripped-off-by-barrie-photographer-1.7043092 Want us to feature your question, photography story, or industry hot take on an episode? Send us a DM, voice note, or video on instagram @TheShootYourShotPodcast. Your privacy is important to us. If you want to remain anonymous just let us know :) Sign up with Imagen AI to streamline your photo editing and get 1500 edits free! Sign up below for this rad AF offer: https://bit.ly/timothypodcast Become an IG reel-creating machine with Social Templates! with Promo code: LINDSAY. socialtemplates.co 00:00 Introduction to the Wedding Vendor Crisis 03:12 The Jacqueline Poole Scandal Unfolds 06:02 Understanding the Impact on Clients and Vendors 08:45 The Business Model Behind the Scam 11:47 The Dangers of Associate Photography 15:09 Client Stories: A Deeper Look 18:03 The Need for Regulation in Wedding Photography 20:53 Conclusion and Next Steps for Clients 23:58 Final Thoughts and Reflections 35:45 The Impact of Unreliable Vendors 38:32 Navigating the Wedding Photography Minefield 42:35 Mental Health and Professional Responsibility 49:46 Finding Support and Resources 55:28 Red Flags for Clients 01:01:45 Building a Sustainable Photography Business