F-Stop Collaborate and Listen

Welcome to episode 182 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast.  This week on the podcast I recorded a socially-distanced, in-person podcast episode with my friend, fellow Durango resident, and fellow photographer, Michael Remke. Michael is a professor at Fort Lewis College and has a Ph.D. in Forest Science. Michael pairs his passion for the outdoors and photography with his passion for ecological systems to create a symbiotic marriage of ideas that informs how he sees the world as both a photographer and as a scientist.  Michael's scientific research is currently focused on active forest management to promote the ecological, social, and economic well being of communities. His past research was focused on plant - soil interactions in the context of changing climates, restoration, and conservation. I personally really love how he uses his science knowledge to show us hidden parts of the world through the lens. Michael and I discuss some interesting topics this week, including: Using photography as a conservation and communication tool. How science influences his photographic compositions. How photography influences his scientific research. How we can empower photographers to work with others to see intentional photography as a tool to protect special places. The impact of climate science and the changing climate on landscape photography. Why we think some prominent landscape photographers who rely on nature for their income have a negative view of climate science. ... and more! This week I decided to keep the episode in it's entirety for free here because it felt like it would break up the conversation too much, so there is no bonus episode on Patreon, but your support is still appreciated! I hope you enjoy our conversation. Other items mentioned on the show: 1. Nature Photographer's Network. 2. Atlantic article on Galen Rowell. 3. Rob Blair's Eastern San Juans Mountain book. 4. Rob Blair's Western San Juan Mountains book. 5. Roadside Geology books. These are affiliate links and using them does financially support the podcast.

Welcome to episode 181 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast.    This week on the podcast I sat down and visited with one of our first guests, Eric Bennett.   Eric is arguably one of the best landscape photographers of the past decade. He has a unique vision and style that I greatly appreciate. He is also a fellow co-founder of the Nature First Photography Alliance, and a fellow beer connoisseur. Eric is one of the most passionate stewards of public lands I have ever met and it really shines in his photography. I really enjoyed our discussion this week and I hope you will as well.   Eric and I discuss some interesting topics this week, including: Eric's approach to organizing and curating his online photography gallery. Eric's approach to making personally meaningful photographs. Eric's new book called "Conversations with Nature." ... and more! Over on Patreon this week, Eric and I discuss the power of mentor-ship in a digital world and how we have leveraged these relationships in our pursuit of better photography.   Here is who Eric recommended listeners check out: 1. Jimmy Gekas.  2. You can also check out my OnLandscape article on Jimmy. Don't forget, you can find a transcript of this week's episode over on my website.  Thanks for your support! Cheers.

Welcome to episode 180 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast.  For this week's episode of the podcast I had a conversation with a photographer who uses photography to help veterans suffering from various ailments in Austin, Texas - George McCane. George and I discuss some interesting topics this week, including: His history as a veteran and how he engages other veterans through the photographic arts. Helping veterans manage anger through photography. ... and more! Over on Patreon this week, George shares his approach to photography which he calls the "Photographer's Foundation of Knowledge." I hope you enjoy our conversations! Here are the people that George recommended listeners check out: 1. Mike Jackson. 2. Kevin Adams. 3. Susan Kanfer. 4. Alain Gutierrez. 5. Kaylee Greer. Other items mentioned on the show: 1. Nature Photographer's Network.

Nicoli Alexander, a talented interior designer from Denver, shares insights on the synergy between photography and interior design. He discusses how photographers can effectively collaborate with designers, especially in the wake of COVID-19. Nicoli also explains the balance between stock photography and original works, while emphasizing the importance of landscapes in design projects. He encourages creatives to maintain genuine connections and adapt to evolving aesthetics, all while highlighting the profound impact of art on mental health and well-being.

Hey everyone! Welcome to episode 178 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast. For this week's episode of the podcast I finally got the opportunity to sit down and have a conversation with one of my favorite black and white photographers and someone whom I have always admired, Cole Thompson. Cole has a totally unique philosophical approach to photography which is often misunderstood by many people. It is something he refers to as photographic celibacy and I think it has tremendous merit. Cole and I discuss some interesting topics this week, including: How he got his start in photography, Why he has chosen black and white as his medium, External validation of our photography and its impact on our creative vision, How to develop a personal vision in your photography, The influence of praise, ... and more! Over on Patreon this week, Cole and I explore the question, "Do you need to go to great locations to get great photographs?" I hope you enjoy our conversations! Here are the people that Cole recommended listeners check out: 1. Edward Weston's Daybooks. 2. Hamidah Glascow & The Center for Fine Art Photography. I love hearing from the podcast listeners! Reach out to me via Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter if you'd like to be on the podcast or if you have an idea of a topic we can talk about. Join the discussion over on Nature Photographer's Network! We have weekly discussions about each episode of the podcast. It's also free! We also have an Instagram page and a Facebook page for updates. Thanks for stopping in, collaborating with us, and listening. See you next week.

Welcome to episode 177 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast. For this week's episode of the podcast I was able to sit down and chat with none other than Marc Muench. Marc is an internationally renowned landscape photographer with eleven book titles to his name. Marc is a third-generation landscape photographer following in the family tradition started by his grandfather Josef and then his father David. Marc currently runs photography classes and workshops around the world with his company Muench Workshops.  Marc and I discuss some interesting topics, including: How he got his start in landscape photography, How his relationship with his father influenced his photography, Teaching photography and what he has learned as a result of teaching, Creating his own legacy as a photographer, How Marc built his workshop brand and has maintained fidelity to the brand over the years, Marc's new e-book titled, "The Art of Luminosity," ... and more! Over on Patreon this week, Marc and I discuss his views on what characteristics good workshop students have and how he has seen students do amazing things. I hope you enjoy our conversations! Here are the people that Marc recommended for the podcast: 1. Lisa LaPointe. 2. Kevin Pepper. 3. Knapp & Ella Hudson. I love hearing from the podcast listeners! Reach out to me via Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter if you'd like to be on the podcast or if you have an idea of a topic we can talk about. Join the discussion over on Nature Photographer's Network! We have weekly discussions about each episode of the podcast. It's also free! We also have an Instagram page and a Facebook page for updates. Thanks for stopping in, collaborating with us, and listening. See you next week. As a reminder, you can also support the podcast by shopping at B+H for your photography gear using our Affiliate Link. 

Welcome to episode 176 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast.  This week's episode features a photographer living in Portland, Oregon - Jerad Armijo.  Jerad possesses a rare condition known as chromesthesia which he uses to augment his landscape photography experiences and processes to create images that are unique to him. Jerad also has found photography to be a great tool to process and manage depression and life events.  Jerad and I discuss some interesting topics, including: How he got his start in landscape photography, Jerad's use of photography as a tool to manage his depression, Jerad's chromesthesia and how it changes the way he sees the landscape as a photographer, Photographic celibacy, ... and more! Be sure to support the podcast over on Patreon - 140 of your peers have and it has been great connecting with our fans in that way. Speaking of Patreon, wanted to let you know about a special offer I have on Patreon. Right now, you can pledge for a full year at a time and save 15% on your Patreon membership. I think it is a great way to support me and the podcast, and it saves you a little money in the process.  I hope you enjoy our conversations! Here are the people that Jerad recommended for the podcast: 1. Tara Workman. 2. Sam Austin. 3. Ross Schram von Haupt. Other items mentioned on the show: 1. My YouTube Channel. I love hearing from the podcast listeners! Reach out to me via Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter if you'd like to be on the podcast or if you have an idea of a topic we can talk about. Join the discussion over on Nature Photographer's Network! We have weekly discussions about each episode of the podcast. It's also free! We also have an Instagram page and a Facebook page for updates. Thanks for stopping in, collaborating with us, and listening. See you next week. As a reminder, you can also support the podcast by shopping at B+H for your photography gear using our Affiliate Link. 

Welcome to episode 175 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast.  This week's episode features a photographer from Germany. His multi-cultural background and laid-back attitude lend to a fantastic body of amazing imagery.  Welcome Felix Inden to the show. Felix was born in Spain, raised in Chile and Germany, and has a healthy obsession with photographing above the arctic circle. Felix also has a massive following on Instagram, where he showcases his wonderful photography from those places.  Felix and I discuss some interesting topics, including: How he got his start in landscape photography, Balancing a full-time job with part-time professional photography, Stories of photographing above the arctic circle in Lofoten, the Faroe Islands, etc., His views and thoughts as an international photographer, Global Elite Photographer Building his following on Instagram, ... and more! Over on Patreon this week, Felix and I talk about the challenges and rewards of creating video content for a new YouTube channel. Speaking of Patreon, wanted to let you know about a special offer I have on Patreon. Right now, you can pledge for a full year at a time and save 15% on your Patreon membership. I think it is a great way to support me and the podcast, and it saves you a little money in the process. Thanks to those of you that have already done this, including Drew Harbaugh, Sarah Marino & Ron Coscorossa, Jeanie Sumrall-Ajero, John Dodson, and Jeffrey Anderson. You're awesome. I've already taken these pledges and reinvested them into the show by purchasing a transcription service, which you can see at the end of each episode's show notes here on the blog. While not 100% accurate, it is pretty slick. Listeners can read & search through it interactively on the widget. The player highlights what word is playing, and you can click to play from any word in the episode. I will soon release a link that allows you to search the entire history of the podcast for keywords as well. Have fun with it! I hope you enjoy our conversations! Here are the people that Felix recommended for the podcast: 1. Kilian Schönberger 2. Tobias Hägg 3. Stian Klo 4. Arild Heitmann 5. Bruno Pisani I love hearing from the podcast listeners! Reach out to me via Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter if you'd like to be on the podcast or if you have an idea of a topic we can talk about. Join the discussion over on Nature Photographer's Network! We have weekly discussions about each episode of the podcast. It's also free! We also have an Instagram page and a Facebook page for updates. Thanks for stopping in, collaborating with us, and listening. See you next week! As a reminder, you can also support the podcast by shopping at B+H for your photography gear using our Affiliate Link. 

Welcome to episode 174 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast.  This week's episode features a photographer new to the scene who has been absorbing as much as she possible can in 2020 to become a better photographer - Brie Stockwell. Brie challenged herself with what she calls an "impossible goal" to exhibit 10 of her best images in 2020 (what a year to pick). Through this challenge, Brie has learned a lot about herself which has opened several doors in her life.  Brie and I discuss some interesting topics, including: Brie's impossible goal to exhibit 10 of her best images in 2020, Setting goals and the mindset needed to complete them, Other benefits to goal setting for both her and I in our lives as photographers, Learning photography, what has worked, The role of encouragement in landscape photography, ... and more! Over on Patreon this week, Brie and I discuss the role of life coaching, what she is gaining from it, and how you might benefit from it as well as a photographer. I hope you enjoy our conversations! Here are the people that Brie recommended for the podcast: 1. Brooke Castillo. 2. George McCane. Other items mentioned on the show: 1. Newfoundland 2021 Workshop with Dani Lefrancois.  I love hearing from the podcast listeners! Reach out to me via Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter if you'd like to be on the podcast or if you have an idea of a topic we can talk about. Join the discussion over on Nature Photographer's Network! We have weekly discussions about each episode of the podcast. It's also free! We also have an Instagram page and a Facebook page for updates. Thanks for stopping in, collaborating with us, and listening. See you next week As a reminder, you can also support the podcast by shopping at B+H for your photography gear using our Affiliate Link. 

Welcome to episode 173 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast.   This week's episode features a photographer who has owned their own gallery in Jackson Hole, Wyoming since 2001 - David Brookover.   David's gallery is filled with custom-framed platinum palladium prints from his extensive travels throughout the world as a fine art landscape photographer. David got his start as a photographer while studying acupuncture in Japan back in 1986, where he was immersed in the Japanese culture which had a significant influence on his work as a photographer. David and I discuss some interesting topics, including: How David used photography as a way to understand a new place and culture, Transitioning from a full-time job to full-time photography, Platinum Palladium printing and his print-making process, The secret to longevity in the craft of landscape photography ... and more! I hope you enjoy our conversation. To hear more and to support the show, head over to Patreon.com/fstopandlisten   Here are the photographers that David recommended for the podcast: 1. Clyde Butcher. 2. Keith Carter. 3. Jake Davis. 4. Sally Mann. 5. Kenro Izu.   Other items mentioned on the show: 1. Columbia River Gorge workshop from Gary Randall and Chris Byrne.   I love hearing from the podcast listeners! Reach out to me via Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter if you'd like to be on the podcast or if you have an idea of a topic we can talk about. Join the discussion over on Nature Photographer's Network! We have weekly discussions about each episode of the podcast. It's also free! We also have an Instagram page and a Facebook page for updates. Thanks for stopping in, collaborating with us, and listening. See you next week.   As a reminder, you can also support the podcast by shopping at B+H for your photography gear using our Affiliate Link.