064: Film Photography + Capturing Candid Moments with Daniel Kim

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Nov 22, 2022

Daniel Kim, a wedding photographer from Gilbert, Arizona, shares his transformative journey in photography, moving from traditional posed shots to capturing authentic emotions. He discusses the beauty of candid moments and the importance of human connection, emphasizing spontaneity over rigidity in weddings. Daniel highlights the resurgence of film photography and personal style, advocating for authenticity in artistic expression. He also touches on the experience of defining personal success and balancing work with joy in life.

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Origin Story

Daniel's photography journey began after his mother's passing when he was 17.
He took photos of his family before prom and realized the power of capturing memories.

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Emotive Approach

Daniel's emotive approach to photography stems from understanding photos' personal significance.
His focus on genuine emotion is evident in how he captures authentic moments.

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Style Shift

Daniel shifted his style after a personal crisis, inspired by John Dolan's retreat.
He realized he wasn't shooting authentically and changed his approach, leading to COVID elopements.

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Daniel Kim changed his photography style and mindset to find work that fulfills him, and today he’s bringing us behind the scenes of that journey. Daniel is a wedding photographer and a stellar human being. He’s spilling all the tips you need to know about capturing genuine emotions and true memories. Photographer or not, everyone could learn a little something from Daniel’s refreshing mindset! This is an episode you don’t want to miss!

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