The Beginner Photography Podcast

#430 In today's episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, you will hear from 15 photographers who share their diverse perspectives on what makes a great photograph, uncovering the elements that truly transform an ordinary image into a powerful and meaningful work of art. You'll gain insight into intent, impact, simplicity, and creativity, unlocking the potential to elevate your photography to new heights.THE BIG IDEASIntent: Understand why your photo is taken, and what it conveys.Impact: Consider the emotional and intellectual impact your photo will have on the viewer.Simplicity: Embrace clean, uncluttered compositions for more powerful messages.Creativity: Cultivate creativity to produce compelling, thought-provoking images.Photographers featured in this episode 323: Angela Douglas Ramsey- Personal Projects : Go Deeper With Everything You Photograph392: Dauss Miller - The Art of Illumination: Exploring the Intersection of Light and Creativity384: Vanessa Joy - Sustaining a Successful Career in Photography: The Power of Persistence380: Melissa Miller - Bringing Out the Best in Children: Family Photography Tips374: Megan Dipiero - Outsmart AI and Protect Your Photography Business372: Mark Fox - Photography for a Cause: Raising Awareness of Indigenous Communities of the Amazon370: Liza Roberts - Fantasy Meets Reality: Using Fantasy Photography to Explore Your Imagination358: Savannah Dodd - Capturing Conscientiously: Photography Ethics 101348: Gary Pope - Harry Potter Weddings: Niching Down and Going Beyond Expectations350: Mica McCook - Food Photography Secrets: Plating Up Art354: Anja Poehlmann - Shooting Everyday for Creativity: Discover a New You Through Photography340: Julie Christie - Introverts are Masters of Marketing : The Photographers Voice356: Harry Skeggs - Wildlife Wonders: A Photographers Journey to Preserve the Natural World346: Tavia Redburn - Getting Started with Birth Photography: Perfect Little Memories366: Steve Rolfe: Tiny Tales and Big Imagination: A Unique Way to Photograph Life On The StreetSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#429 In today's episode of the podcast, you'll learn how to craft photography goals that stick and transform your photography. You'll get insights into setting specific, achievable goals, overcoming challenges, and growing within a supportive community. THE BIG IDEASDefine your areas for growth and set specific, achievable photography goals to improve your skills.Apply the SMART criteria (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, time-bound) to set epic goals.Surround yourself with other photographers to share experiences and grow together.Plan rewards and celebrations for reaching photography milestones.Constantly check in with your photography goals and set new ones to keep the momentum going.Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

Discover powerful photography lessons that can elevate your skills. Learn to capture genuine emotions through playful techniques, especially with children. Embrace quality over quantity in your shots and master the art of planning for the perfect image. Overcome self-doubt by focusing on authentic expression and personal growth. Delve into the balance between family dynamics and AI's impact on photography, advocating for meaningful connections over mere aesthetics. Finally, explore the importance of community for inspiration and support in your photographic journey.

#427 Happy Thanksgiving! In this episode I share with you how to be present with your loved ones while still capturing memorable photos, and offer a challenge for you to tell the story of your thanksgiving day in just 5 photos!Connect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#426 In todays episode of the podcast, I chat with Data Expert Will Yarborough. Today you'll discover how to transform your photography workflow. Learn how to effectively manage and store your photos, select the right storage solutions, and safeguard your work for the long term. Get ready to bring structure and efficiency to your photography process.THE BIG IDEAS1. Protect Your Work: Safeguard all your precious images by using the three-two-one backup solution. Back up your photos in multiple places to ensure you never lose them.2. Understand Your Needs: Evaluate your photography style and file types to determine the most suitable storage capacity for your work.3. Harness the Power of NAS: Discover the benefits of Network-Attached Storage for photographers, such as flexibility, centralized storage, and easy accessibility.4. Explore Backup Solutions: Consider utilizing Backblaze for its unlimited storage capabilities and comprehensive backup features.5. Upgrade Wisely: Transition to SSDs and NAS as your photo collection grows to ensure efficient storage and easy access to your files.Resources:Check out Will's Youtube ChannelWill's WebsiteSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#425 In today's episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I chat with wedding, senior, and family photographer Lissa Chandler. Lissa shared valuable tips about building rapport with clients, embracing creativity, and staying true to your artistic vision. She also discussed the importance of shooting for yourself and creating work that fulfills you creatively. As you listen, take notes on how Lissa navigates vulnerability, handles rejection, and captures authentic moments.THE BIG IDEASEmbrace the Evolution: Look back on your earlier photographs and appreciate how they have evolved over time. Your growth as a photographer is an ongoing process.Follow Your Passion: Trust your instincts and pursue photography even if it's not a popular career choice. Lissa knew from a young age that photography would play an important role in her life.Finding Your Niche: Be open to finding your niche in photography. Lissa initially wanted to be a posed baby photographer but discovered her passion for shooting weddings after a convincing encounter.Shoot for Yourself: Shoot work that fulfills you creatively, not just what others expect. Lissa emphasizes the importance of creating a body of work that is meaningful to you, even when working with clients.Build Rapport with Clients: Connect with your clients to create a successful photoshoot. Use questionnaires and encourage client involvement to build rapport and capture their true selves.Resources:Lissa Chandlers WebsiteFollow Lissa on InstagramCheck out Lissa's Photoshoot Checklist BookSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#424 In today's episode of the podcast, I'm going to share with you the key to becoming the best photographer you can be in the coming year. You'll learn how to transform your photography skills and achieve personal and professional satisfaction on your photography journey.THE BIG IDEASStrive for progress, not perfection - Don't worry about getting the perfect photo, just take a photo and learn from the experience.Learn by doing - Quantity group vs. quality group experiment showed that taking more photos leads to better results and improved skills.Change your goalpost - Don't be discouraged by the idea of 10,000 hours of practice, focus on achieving personal growth and satisfaction instead.Embrace the journey - Photography is not a destination, it's a process that is unique for everyone. Enjoy the ride and embrace your own path.Resources:Picture Perfect Settings - Free Download52 Free Lightroom Presets - DownloadWedding and Engagement Posing Guide - Free Download6 Step Photography Business Plan - Free DownloadConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#423 In today's episode of the podcast, you'll hear from David Julian. Shooting travel, street, landscape, conceptual work, he's a very diverse photographer. David shares his journey through photography, teaching you to embrace personal projects, seek feedback, let go of perfectionism, and find your unique voice. By listening to this episode, you'll gain valuable insights on diversifying your photography, pursuing personal projects, seeking feedback, and letting go of perfectionism.THE BIG IDEASDiversify Your Photography: Try different types of photography to learn and problem solve.Personal Projects Matter: Pursue personal projects to maintain passion and creativity in your photography.Seek Feedback: Show your work to others to know if you're on the right track and improve your skills.Let Go of Perfectionism: Embrace trial and error, and don't be too focused on the perfection of each photograph.Share Your Work: Get your photography out into the world to tell a story and be seen.Resources: David Julian's websiteFollow David on InstagramSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#422 In today's episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast I chat with  experienced sports and baseball photographer Brad Mangin. Discover how to capture amazing baseball photographs, the importance of planning and context, and the power of storytelling in sports photography through Brads stories.THE BIG IDEASThe key to great photography is not the camera, but your ability to see and look.Balancing technical elements and capturing emotion is essential in sports photography.Practice and continuous learning are crucial for improvement, regardless of whether photography is a hobby or profession.Surrounding yourself with experienced photographers and seeking feedback helps you grow as a photographer.Enjoying the process and having fun are important aspects of capturing stunning photographs.Resources:Brad Mangin's websiteFollow Brad on InstagramBuster Posey BookInstant Baseball Photo BookSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#421 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I chat with the talented Street Photographer, Valérie Jardin. She talks about exploring the essence of street photography and the power of self-imposed limitations.  As you listen, challenge yourself to embrace the light around you, whether it's rain, fog, or harsh sunlight. Remember, there's no such thing as bad light, only opportunities to see the world differently. Valérie reminds us to trust our vision and not get bogged down by gear or the pursuit of perfection. THE BIG IDEASEmbrace Limitations: Discover how constraints can sharpen your focus and boost creativity.Observation Over Equipment: Understand that your unique perspective is more valuable than any camera.Trust Your Vision: Learn the importance of authenticity and the power of your individual voice in photography.Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!