The Beginner Photography Podcast

#345 Chrystofer Davis, is a documentary film street photographer in Newark New Jersey. His work has been shared in the Metropolitan Museum, the Schomburg, and the Newark Museum. Hes able to connect with his subjects quickly have them relax and then take a portrait of them. In this interview Chrystofer shares how he got started in photography at a young age. Through a memorable experience with his parents on a trip to Nassau, Chrystofer was given a Fujifilm disposable camera and taken a picture of a stairway that was perfectly composed with the sun shining through the windows. This visually striking moment motivated him to pursue photography professionally. 

The Big Ideas:

• Capture meaningful memories on film.
• Film photography pushed career forward.
• Film for archival purposes.
• Print your photos for longevity.
• Impact one person at a time.
• Honor your cities culture and people.
• Connect with people through photography.
• Learn from rejection and move on.
• Build rapport with subjects.
• Find the camera that fits you.
• Care for people and your city.

Timestamps:

• 00:09:01 Shoot with intention and passion.
• 00:16:04 Film photography for archival purposes.
• 00:22:45 Print photos for lasting memories.
• 00:25:53 Impact one person at a time.
• 00:30:07 Honor the past to build the future.
• 00:38:59 Connect with kindness and enthusiasm.
• 00:44:43 Be respectful and apologetic.
• 00:46:10 Build rapport before photographing.
• 00:56:57 Find a camera that fits you.
• 00:58:13 Document people's stories.

Resources:

• Chrystofer Davis’s website
• Follow Chrys on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

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Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

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#344 This is Part 1 of my 10 part Photography Manifesto series. In this episode we cover photography manifesto rule number 1, The Goal of Photography is to Enrich the Human Experience. I share with you the importance of photography, the difference between a document and art, and of course HOW you can best make an impact with your photography! To hear the full Photography Manifesto overview episode where I share all 10 manifesto rules listen now https://www.beginnerphotographypodcast.com/podcast/334 

Resources:

• Listen to the full Photography Manifesto Episode, BPP 334
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

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#343 Dorie Howell has been shooting for years and has seen a lot of photographers who struggle to trust themselves. So today she's going to share some tips for you on how to listen to that artists voice inside you and then actually do the thing! She also shares a great story of how she got.. uncooperative subjects to open up and create an amazing image. Also, because Dorie has been in business a long time, she also shares with us the perfect inquiry email. So if you are struggling with what to say when someone reaches out to you just asking for more information… Dories got you covered today so listen close! 

In This Episode You'll Learn:

• How Dorie got started in photography
• Why Dorie loves capturing portraits
• How to get the moment and make sure you capture what the family wants
• How to trust yourself and your photographic instints
• The importance of getting on the phone with a potential client and what to say
• The Elements of crafting a perfect inquiry email

Resources:

• Photography Business Coach Dorie Howell’s website
• Follow Dorie on Instagram
• Dorie on Youtube
• Dorie on Facebook
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Free Lightroom Presets!

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• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

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#342 Damien Lovegrove, a BBC trained lighting expert and photographer, joins the Beginner Photography Podcast to talk about his experience with camera movements, lighting, and framing. He explains how he got interested in photography and how he captured stunning shots on film. Damien then shares his process for capturing light and shares how he learned about shutter speed and aperture. He also elaborates on the process of focusing, framing and understanding the controlling elements of exposure in order to create the best pictures.

The Big Ideas:

• Know your exposure elements.
• Learn photography slowly and carefully.
• Working with LED interior lighting
• Take control of light.
• Control light for effect.
• Lighting creates symmetry.
• Get the camera lower.
• Explore light to create style.
• Experiment with different light sources.

Timestamps:

• 00:05:03 Plan and execute shots carefully.
• 00:07:07 Learn photography slowly and carefully.
• 00:18:46 Shoot at lower ISO settings.
• 00:25:19 Take control of light.
• 00:25:37 Control light for impact.
• 00:33:07 Lighting is key to success.
• 00:42:45 Get camera lower for better photos.
• 00:44:37 Explore light to create style.
• 00:50:13 Experiment with light sources.

Resources:

• Damien Lovegrove’s photo blog
• Damien Lovegrove’s travel photography workshops
• Damien Lovegrove’s Youtube Channel
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

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Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

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#341 You have photo questions, I want to answer them for you here on the show.

Whenever you have a question about photography, day or night, 24 hours a day 7 days a week, head to https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa , and send me your questions.

After shooting for more than a decade and interviewing 300+ world class photographers, its time to share some of that practical information with you!

Todays Questions:

• What white balance should you use when shooting indoors when also using flash?
• If you had 1 hour to shoot any photography assignment, what would it be?
• How do you plan the story before you shoot? Do you know what you want to capture or do you just react to the story in the moment?
• What do you all do to stay active with your photography in the winter?
• Do you use Auto ISO? If so, when. If not, why not?
• Is there an all purpose lens that will let me shoot close ups and wildlife a quarter mile away?
• Do you have any recommendations on a camera that geared more towards photography that would be great for shooting wildlife?
• What are other ways to make money from photography other than portraits, weddings, or events?

Resources:

• Ask your photography questions to get answered on the show!
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

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Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

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#340 Julie Christie is a family photographer turned mastermind behind The Photographers Voice. In this interview Julie discusses the importance of keeping things simple when beginning a photography business. She shares her personal experiences of growing up enthralled by photographs but needing time and persistence to understand the technical side of photography and professionally recognize it.

The Big Ideas

• Start simple and persist.
• Learn to use light and shadows.
• Develop your own style.
• Marketing is connection.
• Introverts can be great marketers.
• Connection content builds audience.
• Create a website quickly.

Timestamps

• 00:03:17 Start small and be persistent. 
• 00:06:27 Understand light and shadows. 
• 00:14:35 Develop your own style. 
• 00:22:24 Marketing is connection. 
• 00:27:09 Introverts can be great marketers. 
• 00:35:05 Connection content builds audience. 
• 00:39:18 Build trust and visibility.

https://thephotographersvoice.com/
https://www.instagram.com/thephotographersvoice/

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#339 Today on the Beginner Photography podcast, Brad McMillan is being interviewed about his experience in photography, from having a portfolio of different genres of photos to his background of being a wildland firefighter for eight years and driving a tow truck for 12 years. He explains what first inspired him to take photos and remembers the trip he took in grade nine taking the 35mm point and shoot film camera his mom loaned him.

The Big Ideas:

• Don't jump handrails!
• Photography captures memories.
• Capture the memory, not perfection.
• Photography requires skill.
• Lighting must be practiced.
• Know your lighting direction.
• Use natural light for drama.
• Ask permission before photographing.
• Photography captures emotion effectively.
• Know your exposure balance.
• Learn to read histograms.

Timestamps:

• 00:05:46 Don't jump the handrail.
• 00:06:27 Photography helps share memories.
• 00:17:09 Capture the memory, not perfect.
• 00:19:09 Learn to adjust settings quickly.
• 00:26:45 Practice and experiment with light.
• 00:30:04 Know your lighting and intention.
• 00:41:15 Use a monopod for lighting.
• 00:43:09 Ask permission before taking photos.
• 00:50:05 Invest in storytelling photography.
• 00:59:12 Settings don't matter.
• 01:02:10 Practice and experiment.

Resources:

• Visit Brads Website 
• Follow Brad on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

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• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

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#338 Marc Silber is a five time return guest and photography author of the new book Create: Overcoming Fear to Unleash Your Creativity. Today Marc shares with us how fear can stop us from being our most creative self as a photographer and how to overcome it. Mark also talks about journaling and how he practices visualization when taking photos and how mornings are the best time for him to be creative.

The Big Ideas

• Visualize quickly and act.
• Visualize your creative ideas.
• Go out and shoot.
• Try different things and learn.
• Visualize and experiment.
• Learn your tool better.
• Practice falling to succeed.
• Photography is a numbers game.
• Grow through critique and community.

Timestamps

• 00:00:05 Visualize before taking photo.
• 00:13:07 Visualize, then create.
• 00:17:05 Be patient and persistent.
• 00:21:04 Find your creative purpose.
• 00:28:00 Visualize and create impactfully.
• 00:37:30 Learn your tool well.
• 00:47:57 Practice falling to succeed.
• 00:49:11 Ignore the haters, keep going.
• 00:56:05 Grow through community critique.

Pick up Marcs new book - https://amzn.to/3Z1uJ2s

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#337 In todays interview we are talking with contemporary art photographer Chris Grunder

Contemporary art does not mean the same thing to 2 different people. If you don't know much about it, it can seem vague. Chris teaches photography as Sonoma State University and he is the co owner of Bass and Rainer a contemporary art gallery in San Francisco. So who better than Chris to give us a proper definition in todays interview.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

• How Chris got into photography
• How failing at his first few dozen rolls of film pushed him to shoot more
• What is contemporary art 
• Why Chris moved to New York to work with commercial photographers after getting his masters in fine art
• What makes up the difference between someone just started in fine art photography and an experienced artist 

Resources:

• Chris Grunders Website
• Bass and Reiner
• Lightroom 101

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• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
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#336 Jasmine Blais is a wedding and lifestyle photographer based out of Prince Albert Saskatchewan. If you have been thinking about dipping your toes into the world of wedding photography,  Jasmine is here today to help you figure out what you need and what you need to know before taking your first booking. Jasmine Blais also talks about how to get started with booking weddings for the new year. She shares her story of starting to take photos as a teen and then gradually turning it into a business. She also talks about her experience as a teacher and how she balanced her teaching career and her photography career in her early 20s.

The Big Ideas:

• Take risks, explore career options
• Gain confidence and experience
• Trust yourself and practice
• Know your camera settings
• Serve, don't sell
• You will miss moments
• Provide standout client experience
• Provide client experience bonuses
• Build a supportive community

Resources:

• Check out Jasmine's photography website
• Jasmine's course "Keeping Wedding Photography Simple"
• Follow Jasmine on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Time Stamps

• 00:05:26 Take risks to explore creativity.
• 00:10:51 Gain confidence through experience.
• 00:13:07 Trust yourself and practice.
• 00:19:25 Prepare and adjust settings.
• 00:27:00 Focus on serving clients.
• 00:37:08 Capture moments, don't miss them.
• 00:42:45 Stay lighthearted and relaxed.
• 00:49:17 Deliver quick sneak peeks.
• 00:54:56 Build a support system.
• 00:55:48 Find a photography community.

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• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

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#335 Gaining confidence as a photographer comes down to things and none of them have to do with the camera. You will naturally get comfortable with the camera as time goes on. Confidence 3 things. 
#1 Prep

A wise man once said that failing to prepare is preparing to fail. That couldn’t be more true than in photography. If you want to start taking photos with intention you need to know your gear and how it works inside and out. So the prep stage is knowing your gear, how it works, and how it reacts in different lighting sanarios. Take a listen to episode 243 where I break down step by step how to get to know your camera.

#2 Plan

If you want to be successful as a photographer you will need to shoot more than just reactionary photos but shoot with intention. Sometimes that means planning out your photos. Before a shoot really break down each element. What lens will you use, what lights will you use, how will your subject pose. Hammer those details out so when you get ready to shoot you won’t have to think on the fly, they are already planned out.

#3 Practice

You can read every tutorial and watch every video on youtube but if you don’t actually put in time behind the camera you won’t be retaining much. That’s why practice is so important. To be most efficient when practicing, have a clear goal and work on just one aspect of photography. When just getting started I recommend composition. Composition how you compose the frame of your image with the goal of leading your viewer’s eyes to the subject of the photo. Composition is something you can practice anywhere and even with just the camera on your phone which is why its such a great place to start.

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#334 It's 2023 and that means it's time for a fresh start.
This year we don't have resolutions, we have a manifesto.
A set of rules to live your life by as a photographer.

Download a printable version of the manifesto at - https://beginnerphotopod.com/rules

The Beginner Photography Podcast Photography Manifesto

1. The point of photography is to enrich the human experience
2. To be a half way decent photographer you must dedicate all of your time to it
3. Moment matters most in a photograph. Not settings
4. You dont need to know everything about photography to know anything.
5. Your camera gear is not holding you back, you are holding yourself back.
6. If there is no intention, there is no image
7. The only photographer you are in competition with, is yourself
8. Community is the only external source that will make you a better photographer
9. You cant make money from your creativity as a photographer
10. Kill your photography teachers

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#333 Each month I sit down and have a conversation with a fellow member of the beginner photography podcast community.
These are people just like you. Most are new to photography and dealing with those struggles that most of the other guest I interview on the show, just kind of gloss over. The goal of these interviews is to show you that whatever you're dealing with right now, you're not alone and that theres someone in your own digital backyard going through the same challenges and can possibly help out too!
All of these photographers are active members of the bpp community on facebook and Im sure would be more than happy to answer any follow up questions you may have, all you have to do it join the FB community. If you want to be apart of the most helpful group of photographers on the internet just head to https://beginnerphotopod.com/group

Photographers in this interview:
Matt Austin
Ann Mangum
Stephen Overfield
Karen Doughman
Tyi Reddick
Riaan Koekemoer
Vicky Wilde
Chris Britton
Zenia Monteagudo

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In this very special bonus episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I answer your photo questions!
To get your photography questions answered in future episodes of the podcast head to
https://www.beginnerphotographypodcast.com/contact
and ask now!

Questions:

• What did I learn from photography that I wouldnt have otherwise.
• What are some good ideas for a first photo project?
• How to use flash and how to find people willing to be photographed? 
• How do you deal with wildly different exposures like someone standing in a doorway where they are dark but the background is bright?
• How would you approach someone in a dangerous area in order to capture them in their environment?
• Am I an imposter for shooting crop sensor?
• I'm taking better pics on my iPhone than I am with my Nikon D7100, why I'm spending all this time (and money) trying to learn this Nikon?
• Challenges switching from photography to videography?
• Wondering your thoughts on buying a refurbished lens from canon?
• How to narrow down what you shoot when people ask you to shoot all different genres of photography?
• How do I market to potential clients?

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#332 This year you downloaded the Beginner Photography Podcast more than 600,000 times! Thats more than 38 consecutive years of photo education!
In this part 2 episode, I take the best lessons from the most downloaded interviews of the year and compile them into this mega photography education extravaganza! 

Photographers featured in this episode:
Joe McNally
Terri Baskin
Dan Milnor
Annemie Tonken
David Julian
Sabrina Gebhardt
Jeff Tisman
Angela Douglas Ramsey

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#331 This year you downloaded the Beginner Photography Podcast more than 600,000 times! Thats more than 38 consecutive years of photo education!
In this part 1 episode, I take the best lessons from the most downloaded interviews of the year and compile them into this mega photography education extravaganza! 

Photographers featured in this episode:
Jason Matias
Valerie Jardin
Ave Pildas
Lissa Chandler
Gavin Wade
Heather Daenitz
Pete Souza

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#330 In this weeks episode of the podcast I take you with me to my last wedding of the year. I walk you through how I get ready, what I do before I walk in, I let you hear me pose the guys, photograph the dress, ceremony, bridal portraits, and then we wrap the day with lessons learned. If you shoot weddings don’t miss this episode!

In what is the last wedding of the year, I share my routine for the day leading up to the wedding. Unforeseen rainy conditions mean photos will now have to take place indoors and I share details of how I tried to make the best of the lack of natural light. Plus, what to eats to ensure Im fueled through the lengthy day.

The Big Ideas:

• Show up early and prepared
• Eat snacks for energy
• Be relaxed and natural
• Enjoy the moment
• Be clear who has jewelry
• Capture emotion in photos
• Budget your time when shooting portraits
• Shoot with intention and purpose
• Find your passion in photography

Time Stamps

• 00:05:06 Eat to stay energized.
• 00:07:00 Arrive early and be prepared.
• 00:16:05 Be relaxed and natural.
• 00:26:10 Enjoy a cocktail together.
• 00:33:05 Be clear who has jewelry.
• 00:37:59 Capture emotions in photos.
• 00:56:59 Plan for extra time for events.
• 00:04:28 Use prime lenses for better photos.
• 01:09:14 Shoot what you love.
• 01:12:09 Discover your passion in photography.

Resources:

• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

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Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

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#329 Evan Tanaka is a Los Angeles based product photographer who has had a meteoric rise in success since starting his photography studio. Tanaka didn't set out initially to be a photographer but picked up the craft when starting his own athleisure brand. He was teaching himself how to take photos and received his first job even though it was not paid. Tanaka goes on to discuss his creative journey and what form of education he found helpful to learn photography. Working with brands like White Claw, Liquid IV, Cupcake Wines, and One Plus. Today Evan talks about being open to creative ideas that fulfill you as an artist as well as capturing images the client needs. Tanaka has no mentor and hasn't experienced formal education in photography, but through self-teaching has become well-versed with producing amazing results in simple setups.

The Big Ideas:

• Start with small steps
• Learn by solving problems
• You are in control of the final image
• Be flexible with clients
• Start shooting with what you have
• Get it right in camera
• Get all the details first
• Err on the side of making the client happy
• Experiment and try new things
• Shoot more to get better

Time Stamps

• 00:03:00 Learn photography through trial and error.
• 00:06:09 Learn by solving problems.
• 00:16:48 Have control and be creative.
• 00:17:03 Explore creative ideas with brands.
• 00:27:59 Start with camera, subject, shoot.
• 00:33:01 Get it right in camera.
• 00:37:03 Get all the details first.
• 00:43:59 Err on the side of making clients happy.
• 00:47:39 Experiment and take risks.
• 00:53:45 Shoot more to improve.

Resources:

• Los Angeles based Product Photographer Even Tanakas website
• Follow Evan on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

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• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
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Happy Thanksgiving week! 
This is a special bonus episode from the BPP vault. 
In this interview you will hear from professional photographers Nick Church, Matt Payne, and Andrew Hellmich who will each share their best tips on how to get started in photography!

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#328 Tracy Kirkland is a boudoir photographer who found it difficult to grow her business when social media would keep taking down her photos. Tracy has went on to build a 7 figure boudoir photography business without having to rely on positing her photos on social to attract clients. Tracy shares the fine line images must tow and the way to get started in boudoir photography, and provide tips about lighting and posing for photos. In this interview we talk about organic ways you can start and grow boudoir photography without depending on social media. Tracy also shares boudoir posing and lighting tips that will be sure to help out at your next session!

The Big Ideas

• Learn camera settings to create art
• Dive in 100%
• Exaggerate curves with light
• Hire models to promote business
• Plan ahead for success
• Focus on business first
• Know lighting, posing, settings
• Shoot today, be better tomorrow

Time Stamps

• 00:03:04 Learn photography to control your life.
• 00:06:12 Dive in and learn.
• 00:19:31 Emphasize curves with light.
• 00:25:37 Hire models to promote work.
• 00:30:06 Plan ahead for success.
• 00:37:45 Focus on business first.
• 00:41:52 Take control of your business.
• 00:45:44 Shoot more, become better.

Resources:

• Boudoir Photographer Tracy Kirkland’s website
• Follow Tracy on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Zenia Monteagudo is a member of the BPP community who has been photographing concerts for quite some time and is now looking into transitioning into family portrait photography with a emphasis on candid moments. In this interview we talk about breaking into concert photography, dealing with self doubt, and having endless curiosity with what to shoot. 

Resources:

• Follow Zenia on Instagram!
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group!
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#327 Gerard Exupery is a New York street photographer that has been shooting since the mid 1970’s. In that time Gerard has captured a number of compelling and dynamic images of life in New York. After publishing his first book '“Subway”, Gerard is back again with his new book “Women Hold Up Half The Sky”. In this interview we talk about the process of finding a story, selecting images, imposter syndrome, and of course the power of print. Gerard recounts how his mother reacted to him wallpapering his room with photography magazines and how physical prints offers something that digital photos can't. He sees creating a book as a way to preserve his work for future generations.

The Big Ideas:

• Preserve your work with a book
• Photography is personal exploration
• Life experience shapes creativity
• Document life through photography
• Grow through past relationships
• Follow your creative passion
• Organize photos efficiently
• Shoot now, improve later

Time Stamps

• 00:06:08 Preserve your work in a book.
• 00:06:37 Photography is a personal journey.
• 00:13:09 Life experience shapes art.
• 00:19:37 Document life through photography.
• 00:27:01 Grow through self-reflection.
• 00:37:54 Organize for success.
• 00:38:17 Organize, catalogue, and share.
• 00:46:37 Shoot more, get better.

Resources:

• Gerard Exupery’s website
• Follow Gerard on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#326 In todays episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast a magical wormhole opens up revealing a time machine tape recorder allowing me to send a messages and advice to my younger self. So here are the 6 pieces of advice I give to my younger self. 

• Pick something and stick with it
• Your Canon 40D is not whats holding you back
• You’re not the star of the wedding day
• The “one thing” never changes everything
• Invest in tools that help you achieve more with less
• Have a life outside of photography

Resources:

• Check out Octobers Personal Photo Dump
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#325 Anna Gabriel is a Fine Art Portrait Photographer who’s new book, Eye-D offers a unique and close up look at some of the worlds biggest celebrities. From Jonny Depp, Susan Sarandon, Mick Fleetwood, Peter Gabriel and more. In this interview Anna talks about the power of your eyes and how we are able to understand someones feelings and thoughts just by taking a closer look at their eyes. She shares her photography journey, revealing how her love for visual arts began in her childhood when her father had a Super 8 camera. Anna also shares tips on creating a project of your own and the troubles she faced when creating project. 

Time Stamps of The Big Ideas

• 00:02:02 Photography captures emotion.
• 00:10:03 Be open to mistakes.
• 00:17:00 Be open to creative possibilities.
• 00:21:08 Capture emotion in detail.
• 00:33:59 Let go and move on.
• 00:40:52 Adaptability is key.
• 00:41:09 Adapt quickly and stay on target.

Resources:

• Fine Art Portrait Photographer Anna Gabriel’s website
• Follow Anna on Instagram
• Grab Annas new book "Eye-D”
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#324 Pete Souza, former Chief White House Photographer, speaks with Raymond Hatfield on the Beginner Photography Podcast about what led him to photography and his journey from sports writer to photographer. Hear stories from Souza’s time taking photos of two presidential administrations and how he captured the first digital portrait of a sitting president. Be sure to check out Souza’s new book, The West Wing and Beyond, for a unique look at the people who make the presidency work.

On top of his incredible career working for publications such as National Geographic and The Chicago Sun Times, Pete Souza has documented the presidential administrations for Ronald Regan and was the Chief White House Photographer for the Obama administration. Today Pete Souza comes on the Beginner Photography Podcast to talk about what its like working in the Presidential Bubble and his new book “The West Wing and Beyond” which gives us a behind the scenes look at the people and the human element that goes into supporting an administration. 

Time Stamps of the Big Ideas

• 00:02:48 Photography is magical and Rewarding.
• 00:08:52 Reagan photographer to Obama's chief.
• 00:17:03 Capture human side of history.
• 00:23:00 Document history for the future.
• 00:33:00 Anticipation is key to success.
• 00:43:44 Share behind-the-scenes photos.
• 00:53:30 Capture the moment quickly.
• 00:56:12 Have your Camera settings ready
• 00:59:00 Practice makes perfect.

Resources:

• Former Chief White House Photographer Pete Souzas website
• Grab your copy of Petes newest book “The West Wing and Beyond”
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Today we are chatting with BPP community member Chris Britton. Chris is based in southwest Michigan and has had an interesting journey into photography. Today Chris photographs his own family as well as family portraits for others in his community. 

Resources:

• Follow Chris on Instagram
• Follow Chris on Facebook
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group!
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#323 Angela Douglas Ramsey is a Fine Art Documentary Photographer and Fuji X Creator who comes on the podcast today to talk about personal projects and how we can go deeper with everything we photograph. Angela is a master at personal projects and had was able to provide incredibly thought provoking answers that has me excited to grab my camera and go shoot!

Resources:

• Norfolk VA Fine Art Documentary Photographer Angela Douglas Ramsey’s website
• Follow Angela on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#322 Optimization is important if you want to accomplish anything in life. In this episode of the podcast I talk about how to find your unique superpower as a photographer so you can focus on that to capture better photographs. 

Resources:

• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#321 Vinny Pugliese has shot it all. From the World Series, the Super Bowl, Presidents, other notable figures, and is a 3 time return guest. Today Vinny talks about his new book The Wealth of Connection. 

Resources:

• Check out Vinnys new book The Wealth of Connection
• Learn about Total Life Freedom
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Vicky Wildes is a member of the Beginner Photography Podcast based in Las Vegas. She first emailed me a few months ago letting me know that she had listened to all 300 episodes of the podcast and would now have to find something inferior to listen to on her runs. I knew I had to get her on to learn more about her photo journey and what she has learned after listening to every episode of the podcast. 

Resources:

• Follow Vicky on Instagram!
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group!
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#320 Sabrina Gebhardt is a family documentary photographer who today shares all about how to avoid burn out at the different stages of your photography journey to keep creative. 

Resources:

• Family Documentary Photographer Sabrina Gebhardt’s website
• Follow Sabrina on Instagram
• Listen to Sabrina’s Shoot it Straight Podcast
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#319 Nick Carver is a fine art landscape photographer and youtuber who shoots on large format film. In this interview Nick talks about the power of personal projects, how to discover what you want to shoot, and the joys and the pitfalls of shooting on specialty large format film. 

Resources:

• Fine Art Landscape Photographer Nick Carvers website
• Check out Nick’s youtube channel
• Follow Nick on Instagram
• Check out Nicks “Previously Taco Bell” Project
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#318 I have not picked up my camera in more than a month and now that lack of momentum has stopped me from continuing to shoot. Thats unacceptable if I wish to become the type of photographer I want to be. 

So in this episode I share 10 motivational photography tips to help you (and me) to pick back up the camera and get to work!

#1: You dont live in a magical location. Get over it

#2: Give yourself permission to shoot aimlessly with no end goal

#3: Start fresh with a new folder on your computer of the photographer who you are now

#4: Capture the mundane parts of everyday life (Start every day taking a photo of your coffee)

#5: Shoot in JPG to remove the burden of having to edit your photos after you shoot

#6: Go for a walk. The more youre out, the more youll see interesting things to capture. 

#7: Consume less, Create more. Delete Instagram and Facebook off your phone. Share your photos with CloudSpot.io - http://deliverphotos.com/ 

#8: Listen to music when shooting to distract your brain while you focus on photography. I listen to Lush Lofi and Brain Food playlists on Spotify

#9: Set your camera to shoot in Black and White rather than edit the photo later. This will help you to see better compositions and focus on moment.

#10: If you have multiple cameras, sell one and buy a photo book. A photo book will inspire you to shoot in just 3-4 pages. Something scrolling instagram for an hour cant even do. 

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#317 Colie James is a Family Documentary Photographer and organizational master. If your photography is suffering because your life or business is a mess, Colie James is going to help you to be a better photographer by reducing overwhelm and increasing your creativity. Not only do we talk about the importance of being organized if you’re starting a photography business but also why being more organized can help you to be more creative when you’re behind the camera. 

Resources:

• Dubsado Certified Strategist Colie James Educational site
• Boulder Colorado Documentary Family Photographer Colie James Photography website
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#316 Cornell Watson is a Commercial, Editorial, and Documentary Photographer who today shares of how a recent shoot of his was being censored and the decision to stand up for his work. This week is a bit different than many other interviews. In a world where art is so subjective it can be easy for us as artists to let doubt creep in. We talk about how he knew he needed to stand up for his work and that this wasn’t an issue of him missing the mark on a project.

Resources:

• Visit Cornell Watson’s Website
• Follow Cornell on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#315 Nori Jemil is a Natgeo photographer who’s job it is to travel, and take photos! So when it comes to knowing which photos to capture on a trip, Nori has the answers! In fact, she wrote the book on it! Her book is called “The Travel Photographer's Way: Practical Steps to Taking Unforgettable Travel Photos” In this interview Nori shares how to best prep for an upcoming trip to ensure you get the photos you want, the missing element nori notices when seeing amateur photographers post their travel photos, and how variety is the key to having a successful photo trip!

Resources:

• Check out Nori Jemil’s Website
• Follow Nori on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#314 Jeff Tisman has shot more than 1200 weddings. He is one of the most awarded fearless photographers with 15 Lifetime Fearless Awards, been names top 12 wedding photographers in New York, and top 50 wedding photographer in the world. Jeff has earned these titles because he is able to make each wedding incredibly personal and unique. In this interview Jeff shares the questions he asks couples to best prepare for their wedding, why he tells his couples not to talk to him on the wedding day, and why copying whats successful for other photographers will not work for you.

Resources:

• Check out Jeff Tisman’s website
• Follow Jeff on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#313 The ability to critique your own images is an important skill to have as a photographer. Unfortunately, simply asking “Is it good” is a bad question to ask as it begs comparison. Is it good compared to what? And if the answer is no, can you not learn anything from the image?

I believe asking a series of 4 questions will better to serve you when critiquing your own images as it will help you to save time editing and best discover your strengths and weaknesses as a photographer. 

The questions I ask are

1: Is this a good moment?

2: Where do my eyes go?

3: Does the composition lend itself to the image?

4: Does this photo need any editing to fix mistakes in camera settings?

Resources:

• Watch the video of me critiquing images and download a PDF with step by step questions to print out when critiquing your own images
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#312 Abby Grace is a Branding Photographer for Creative Entrepreneurs. Abby takes a common sense approach to capturing her branding images. She embraces the messy desk if it will create a more authentic set of images. In this interview Abby shares how to custom tailor your photography to the needs of those youre shooting for. She also shares practical tips like the 5 Layers of a Great Branding Photo, why being Purposeful is more important than being Perfect, and how to photograph the intangible! 

Resources:

• Visit Abby Grace’s Website
• Follow Abby on Instagram
• Listen to Abbys Podcast “The Artisan CEO” on Apple Podcast
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#311 Ben Chrisman is a photojournalist turned internationally acclaimed creative documentary wedding photographer known for his masterful use of light and composition to create unique images. Bens eye for capturing unique scenes has gained him the title of top 10 wedding photographers in the world, every year since 2008. In todays interview we talk about seeing the world more creatively so you too can start to capture incredibly unique images.

Resources:

• Chrisman Studios website
• Follow Ben on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#310 Michelle Tricca is a Portrait photographer who has a fascinating story of how she got into photography. Most recently she has been using her camera to make her community a better place by highlighting an under served portion of her community in a really creative and uplifting project called THE FACE OF IMMOKALEE. In this interview Michelle shares how photography can connect groups of people, why you shouldn’t take every job as a photographer, and how while she’s a full time photographer, she’s still able to create space for creative projects that excite her.

Resources:

• See more of Michelles work on her website
• Follow Michelle on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#309 When I posted in the BPP FB Community asking what others were struggling with in photography, hands down the answer that members resonated with most was from Diego Chavez “Trying to keep up with my passion for photography while juggling life”

As a husband and father and habitual starter of ideas that pop into my head but rarely see them to completion, I totally understood the feeling. That said I've also taken photography pretty far past the starting line. So today I want to share some tips and ideas that have helped me to keep up with my passion of photography while juggling a life.

Resources:

• 46 Creative Photo Ideas - Free eBook
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#308 Michael Rababy is a documentarian photographer, photo curator, and author of the book “California Love: A Visual Mixtape”. Michael has releases several photo books over the past few years. His most recent is called California Love, a visual mix tape. In it there are over 600 photos from more than 100 Californian photographers where they all share their experience of what its like to live and create in California.

It’s a really enjoyable photo book with lots of variety.

In this episode Michael shares the basics of how to create a book, and then we dive into his wheel house of curating. How to choose which images stand out above the rest, and how to develop your style and voice as a photographer.

Resources:

• Check out Michaels work on his website
• Follow Michael on Instagram
• Get your copy of California Love: A Visual Mixtape
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#307 Annemie has been a professional photographer since 2010 and is now a respected educator, speaker, and podcaster focusing on business systems and strategies that help creative entrepreneurs run profitable, sustainable businesses they love.

She's the host of This Can't Be That Hard, a top-rated weekly business podcast for photographers, the creator of the Simple Sales System, which is used by thousands of photographers worldwide to create in-person sales-level income and service in an automated, workflow-friendly way, and she’s the Co-Founder of The Family Narrative conference. Annemie is an experienced speaker known for her actionable, fluff-free content (and memorable metaphors)

In this interview Annemie shares how scared she was that all of her clients would hate her when she raised her prices (they didn’t), why we think our clients want more options they don’t) and how her clients reacted when she lowered her prices, (they got mad, yeah) and what she did to fix it.

Resources:

• Check out Annemie’s Sales Made Simple masterclass
• Follow Annemie on Instagram
• “Tales from the In-Person Sales Crypt” episode of This Can’t Be That Hard
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Today we are chatting with Adriaan Koekemoer. Adriaan has been in the group for a while and I noticed he had a really good eye for what he was capturing and was asking great questions in the group that clearly demonstrated he was hungry to learn as much as he could without skipping any steps. It was a very systematic approach to photography so I reached out to see if I could learn more and I wasn’t disappointed!

Resources:

• Follow Adriaan on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group!
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#306 David Julian is a travel, street, landscape, conceptual photographer, and educator. Prepare to hold on to your butts because this is one of those interviews that will leave you with your mind wide open and looking at everything in photography with fresh eyes.

We go down a few rabbit holes in this one but the main theme is how to get better as a photographer through projects. So David shares how to come up with project ideas, how to plan out what you’ll shoot, and how creating a board of trustees has helped him propel his technical knowledge of photography. Really interesting ideas that I know you’re gonna love.

Resources:

• Check out David’s website
• Follow David on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#305 Why does my iPhone take better photos than my REAL camera? 

It's a question I see often in the Beginner Photography Podcast FB community, and the answer is Computational Photography. Computational photography helps give the small cell phone camera sensors a huge boost in shooting in low light and high dynamic light scenes. 

So why hasn't computational photography came to DSLRs, Mirrorless, and other Professional grade cameras? Thats what we explore today! 

Resources:

• 46 Creative Photo Ideas - Free eBook
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#304 Dan Milnor was a photo journalist for a number of years and today he works a Blurb which is my favorite self publishes photo book company and who I have print all of our personal family yearbooks. Dan has a photography youtube channel that I highly suggest you check out. It’s much like this podcast in the sense that it’s less about gear and more about just capturing the photo.

Because of Dans experience he’s got a lot to say, and I’m all ears so this interview is not only a long one, but it’s starts the second he joins the zoom call. So if you’re find yourself thinking, whats going on here? it’s a very untraditional start but its, real. It’s a real conversation, I prepped for hours, days, for this interview and I didn’t even ask a single question I wrote down because... well who am I to stop someone from talking about something they are excited about and have passion for.

Resources:

• Visit Dan Milnor’s Website
• Subscribe to Dan on Youtube
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#303 Julia Eskin is a Punta Cana based destination wedding photographer! Julia is not a destination wedding photographer in the sense that she travels to weddings, but she lives in a destination location and shoots weddings for couples who travel to where she is.

Seems like a small distinction but with covid effectively canceling her business she had to get creative in the way they could still make a living and started live streaming weddings after starting Event Live Pro

One thing that will stand out when you look at Julias work is her use of light and composition to not only document a wedding but also show off this beautiful location her couples have chose to be the setting for one of the most important days of their lives.

Julia shares some great tips on how to better see compositions and how to practice flash at home so you can prepare for a wedding.

Resources:

• Julia Eskin’s wedding photography website
• Follow Julia on Instagram
• Learn more about live streaming app for weddings Event Live Pro
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Community
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today
• Free Lightroom Presets!

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Today we are chatting with Tyi Reddick. You may know him in the group from his awesome images of firefighters. Tyi has a really interesting journey into photography that he shares and I found it up lifting. To see Tyi’s progress over the past few months has been great and it was a blast talking to him today.

Resources:

• Follow Tyi on Instagram
• Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group!
• Sign up for your free CloudSpot account to deliver beautiful images galleries today

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

Connect with Raymond! 

• Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!