Photography is Nothing

Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken
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Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world. “Photography is nothing—it’s life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson

  1. VOR 2 TAGEN

    Moab, Utah - Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson & Courtney McCracken

    Episode 32 - Zach & Courtney talk about one of their favorite trips: Moab, Utah! They visit Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and more! Zach used to photograph weddings and that’s how he ended up in Moab 3 years in a row. Courtney & Henry went, too, on the second year. On this episode they discuss their highlights from the trip, which (in addition to the parks, of course) included staying at Whispering Oaks Ranch in the La Sal Mountains. Zach & Courtney talk about the trip, life lessons they learned, and the photos Zach took along the way. “Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson  Index 0:00 - Intro: Does Google own my photo now?? 3:19 - How we started booking weddings in Moab 5:46 - Driving to Moab via Denver 7:55 - Every road in Moab felt like different terrain 10:18 - Some background on Arches, Canyonlands and Moab 17:44 - Getting married under Double Arch in Arches National Park 19:31 - Courtney & Henry visit Moab for the first time with Zach 24:23 - Favorite breakfast: Jailhouse Cafe 25:31 - Best fish tacos ever: Miguel’s Baja Grill 27:30 - Carrying a toddler through the National Parks 32:16 - It looks like you’re closer to the cliff’s edge than you are 36:14 - Moab wedding number 2 39:26 - Visiting Canyonlands National Park 42:10 - Finding the Petroglyphs 46:30 - A third wedding in Moab at Whispering Oaks Ranch 49:17 - A final photo at night on the La Sal Mountains Find Zach Website: https://zachdobson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphoto Threads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphoto Find Courtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessons Threads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_ About the Podcast Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting.  Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world. Fair Use Statement This document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

    52 Min.

  2. 15. APR.

    Yes, Michigan! - Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson & Courtney McCracken

    Episode 31 - Zach & Courtney talk about a trip to Hoeft State Park located on the beautiful shores of Lake Huron in Rogers City, Michigan. They stayed in a 1929 Sears Roebuck house just 100 yards from the beach, visited 40 Mile Point Lighthouse and Rogers City Marina, and took in a super early morning sunrise. Zach & Courtney talk about the trip, life lessons they learned, and the photos Zach took along the way. “Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson  Index 0:00 - Intro: Adventures lead to personal growth 0:55 - Visiting Lake Huron in Michigan 2:32 - How to find an amazing cabin in Michigan 10:55 - Courtney loves the Edmund Fitzgerald 15:03 - All about the cabin at Hoeft State Park 18:20 - Kids don’t care if the water is cold 22:57 - Visiting Rogers City and the Marina 24:10 - Zach’s favorite photo at the marina 26:26 - Going fishing inland Michigan 28:06 - Packing food for a whole trip 29:30 - Why it’s important for families to have adventures 31:36 - Our teen insisted on seeing the sunrise over Lake Huron 33:50 - Visiting the 40 Mile Point Lighthouse 40:27 - Telling a story in a photo 41:10 - Taking a family photo during our adventures Find Zach Website: https://zachdobson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphoto Threads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphoto Find Courtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessons Threads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_ About the Podcast Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting.  Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world. Fair Use Statement This document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

    45 Min.

  3. 8. APR.

    Florida Keys Road Trip - Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson & Courtney McCracken

    Episode 30 - Zach & Courtney talk about a favorite family trip: A roadtrip through the Florida Keys! In 2018, Courtney, Zach, and (then) 4 kids, drove nearly 3,000 miles from Indianapolis, IN to Key West, FL (and back, of course). On this episode we talk about the experience, including our favorite spots, things we learned, and the photos Zach took along the way. “Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson  Index 0:00 - Intro - He stitched two mattresses together to make a giant bed 0:49 - Going on a Florida Keys Roadtrip 1:44 - Planning to escape the Midwest in winter 3:44 - Racing to beat a snow storm 7:03 - Driving into the Keys from Miami is supposed to be quick 8:48 - Are the Florida Keys kid-friendly? 10:25 - There are very few natural beaches in the Keys 11:10 - Plan to stay in motels in the Florida Keys 15:18 - Zach had never seen water this color 15:44 - Visiting Key West as a family 24:10 - Ernest Hemingway’s house in Key West 25:28 - Kids are learning their own way 28:12 - Easter Mass in Key West 29:29 - Southernmost Point of the Continental US 30:13 - Bahia Honda State Park 31:03 - Marathon and Islamorada 33:15 - The story behind my favorite Florida Keys photo 35:15 - John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park 38:04 - We need a bigger car than a Chevy Suburban Find Zach Website: https://zachdobson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphoto Threads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphoto Find Courtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessons Threads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_ About the Podcast Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting.  Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world. Fair Use Statement This document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

    40 Min.

  4. 1. APR.

    All-Time Best Basketball Photos - Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson & Courtney McCracken

    Zach & Courtney talk about Zach’s six selections for all-time best basketball photos. Plus, they take a look at the photography of Walter Iooss, Jr., who has photographed professional sports in 7 different decades! “Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson  Index 0:00 - Intro - Zach didn’t know he once worked for Atlantic Records 2:16 - What is the criteria for best basketball photos of all time? 7:33 - Some of the most famous/infamous photos of basketball in Indiana 9:57 - Wilt Chamberlain photographed by Paul Vathis. 1962. 14:32 - 16 year-old Kareem Abdul-Jabber photographed by Richard Avedon. 1963. 20:41 - The Big Three. Miami Heat. Photographed by Morry Gash. 2010. 22:39 - NC State Championship. Photographed by Malcom Emmons. 1983. 32:46 - Dennis Rodman photographed by Sam Forencich. 1997. 35:20 - Michael Jordan game-winning shot photographed by Fernando Medina. 1998. 44:57 - The basketball photography of Walter Iooss, Jr. 58:30 - Kobe Bryant photographed by Walter Iooss, Jr. Find Zach Website: https://zachdobson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphoto Threads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphoto Find Courtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessons Threads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_ About the Podcast Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting.  Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world. Fair Use Statement This document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

    1 Std. 4 Min.

  5. 25. MÄRZ

    Basketball - Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson & Courtney McCracken

    Episode 28 - Zach & Courtney take a look through Zach’s archive of basketball photography from around the state of Indiana. Indiana is of course the best state in the country for basketball. In this episode, Zach & Courtney talk about their own experiences with the sport as well as go in-depth on Zach’s photos and his approach to photographing basketball. “Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson  Index 0:00 - Zach & Courtney each played one season of basketball 0:56 - Getting the NBA Finals patch on the Pacers jersey 3:44 - In 49 states it’s just basketball, but this is Indiana 4:51 - The largest high school gyms in the country are in Indiana 6:54 - What it was like in the 90’s 9:58 - Zach’s basketball photography 10:19 - Practicing free throws 11:19 - Player intros in black & white 14:19 - Photographing basketball above the rim 16:50 - The crowd jeers during free throws 18:58 - Why take photos from low angles 20:01 - Zach is in the Indiana High School Basketball Hall of Fame  21:39 - Inspiration from a photo of Babe Ruth 22:47 - Photographing basketball behind the scenes 24:57 - Why photographing with a wide lens is better 26:03 - Photographers photographing photographers 27:02 - Photographing the scale of the games  28:29 - Basketball is THE entertainment in small towns 30:38 - Trey Lyles before he played in the NBA 31:26 - Zach’s favorite cheerleader photo 32:32 - Courtney says the physical closeness of sports is important for boys 34:21 - A detail photo from a small town gym 34:50 - A look of confusion from the head coach  35:50 - The Wigwam in Anderson, Indiana 37:11 - The Indianapolis Indians are approved by the Miami tribe 39:24 - Photographing for the Indiana Pacers 41:25 - Basketball is the good part of Indiana Find Zach Website: https://zachdobson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphoto Threads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphoto Find Courtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessons Threads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_ About the Podcast Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting.  Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world. Fair Use Statement This document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

    45 Min.

  6. 17. MÄRZ

    St. Patrick’s Day - Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson & Courtney McCracken

    Zach & Courtney take the family to the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Indianapolis, IN. They talk about the experience while looking through Zach’s documentary photography from the event.  Courtney tells Zach what she learned about Irish photographer Jane Shackleton (1843-1909) and they go through some of her photos together. “Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson  Index 0:00 - Courtney wants to talk with Irish people 0:56 - Zach, Courtney, and family at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2:40 - Where do you get a St. Patrick’s Day suit? 4:49 - How do you get access to photograph a parade? 8:15 - Photographing the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Indianapolis 23:36 - Making sure to get a family photo at every event 24:46 - Courtney’s advice to parents with small kids 32:26 - The best Irish TV shows 35:43 - Must Know Photographer: Jane Shackleton 44:33 - Slideshows were the social media of the 20th century 47:01 - Talking through our favorite Jane Shackleton photos 52:04 - It’s not always easy to find historical women photographers Find Zach Website: https://zachdobson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphoto Threads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphoto Find Courtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessons Threads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_ About the Podcast Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting.  Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world. Fair Use Statement This document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

    54 Min.

  7. 11. MÄRZ

    Photography Hot Takes - Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson & Courtney McCracken

    Episode 26 - Photographers are a passionate bunch and always have hot takes about our beliefs and convictions surrounding our art. And this goes all the way to the beginning of photography with the original hot take: Is photography art? Zach and Courtney discuss some of the biggest hot takes throughout the history of photography. In this episode we talk about current & historical photography hot takes like… Photography isn’t artPhotography should only reflect realityColor photography isn’t artFilm is better than digitalPlus Zach & Courtney give their own personal photography hot takes. “Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson  Index 0:00 - They said my high school photography was better 0:48 - Photography hot takes: past & present 1:40 - When should photographers volunteer their time 5:21 - Photography is not art 7:11 - Henry Peach Robinson wrote the book on Pictorialism 12:44 - Eugene Atget showed how documentary photography could be art 17:01 - Edward Steichen - The Flatiron (1904) 18:09 - Ansel Adams hated pictorialism 20:03 - f64 was a group of photographers advocating for realism 26:00 - Color photography is vulgar 27:03 - Don’t colorize black & white photos 34:10 - Film is better than digital 40:14 - Street photography hot take: wait to share your photos 43:38 - Zach says photographers are content creators 51:11 - Courtney cares who is behind the camera 54:46 - The internet preferred Zach’s high school photography Find Zach Website: https://zachdobson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphoto Threads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphoto Find Courtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessons Threads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_ About the Podcast Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting.  Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world. Fair Use Statement This document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

    59 Min.

  8. 25. FEB.

    Best Photos of the 2026 Olympics - Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson & Courtney McCracken

    Episode 25 - Bringing you the best action and documentary photography from the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games!  Zach scoured the internet to find the greatest photos of the Olympics so he and Courtney could discuss the making, the meaning, and the impact they’ve had on our view of the games. In this episode we talk about…  Women showing up in numbers and making fantastic photos at the 2026 OlympicsTech used by Getty including remote cameras, thermal images, composites, and an old Graflex camera.Photos that set a scene and draw us in with excellent compositionGreat moments caught on camera that will come to define these Olympic GamesSome of Zach’s favorite photographers from this Olympics: Kohjiro Kinno, Florence Pernet, Pauline Ballet, and Gabbie Bhaskar. “Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson  Index 0:00 - Athletes being photographed by the best photographers in the world 1:57 - Great women photographers at the 2026 Olympics 5:13 - 2026 Olympics photos with great composition 16:34 - Photography helps define the most important moments of the Olympics 25:24 - Photographers capturing the same moment from different angles.  29:14 - Photography tech used at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games 30:11 - Remote cameras 32:00 - Thermal cameras at the Olympics 33:47 - Getty’s vintage Graflex camera with modern upgrades 34:51 - Composite photos from Getty photographers 38:06 - Kohjiro Kinno 39:52 - Florence Pernet 41:32 - Gabbie Bhaskar 43:44 - Pauline Ballet 46:29 - Wow! 25 episodes! Thanks for watching. Find Zach Website: https://zachdobson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphoto Threads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphoto Find Courtney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessons Threads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_ About the Podcast Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting.  Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world. Fair Use Statement This document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

    49 Min.
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Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world. “Photography is nothing—it’s life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson

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  • Erstellt von
    Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken
  • Jahre aktiv
    2025 - 2026
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    32
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