23. Guy Fattal | Active Lifestyle and Action Sports Photographer SHOTLIST

In this episode, Marshal speaks with Active Lifestyle and Action Sports Photographer Guy Fattal. Guy's lifelong dream was to become a Photographer, and this aspiration led him to win an action sports photography competition despite joining at the eleventh hour and being the youngest contestant.



However, Guy's journey hasn't been without challenges as he shares the sacrifices he made to finance his passion, including working various odd jobs. He also discusses the winning formula on how you can start and build connections as a newcomer. Ultimately, he stresses how important it is to be active in creating personal works that you're truly passionate about to any up-and-coming photographer, videographer, or artist. Make sure to stay tuned until the end to know the exact formula Guy took to kickstart his career — let’s dive in.



Episode Highlights

1:24 Getting to know Guy Fattal
6:30 The Start of Everything
12:43 Making a Living Out of Photography
18:04 How to Sustain Yourself Financially while Following Your Passion
23:32 Formula to Building Relationships in the Industry
40:30 Art of Connecting with Other People
51:26 Where does the Money come from in Action Sports Photography?
1:01:06 Processes and Systems



🔗 CONNECT WITH Guy Fattal

📸Instagram | @guyfattalphoto
💻Website | www.guyfattal.com




🔗 CONNECT WITH MARSHAL

📸Instagram | ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/marshalchupa⁠⁠
💻Website | ⁠⁠www.marshalchupa.com⁠⁠
👥 Linkedin | ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/marshal-chupa-99a7921a8⁠⁠



📄 SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT

Visit the website for the transcript and highlights from the conversation - ⁠⁠www.shotlistpodcast.com⁠⁠



🎙 ABOUT THE PODCAST

This podcast is all about helping emerging cinematographers, photographers, and directors navigate the challenges of making a life and a living behind the lens. From workflow to personal growth, creative vision to marketing, finances to production—every episode is packed with a wide range of topics to support visual storytellers in their pursuit of building a business and growing a career they are proud of.



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