Photography and Music - Lenses & Lyrics

Scott Wyden Kivowitz
  • 4.1 (9)
  • Visual Arts

Photography and Music: Lenses & Lyrics is the premier podcast for creators who live at the intersection of sight and sound. Hosted by Scott Wyden Kivowitz, this show explores how musicianship shapes the photographer’s eye and the technical parallels between these two worlds. Whether you need expert tips on band photography, are transitioning from the orchestra pit to wedding photography, or want to understand how AI photography is changing the creative landscape, we provide actionable insights for your journey. Join us for deep-dive interviews with industry legends like Chloe Ramirez, Sam Hurd, Jason McCutchen and Rick Sammon as we discuss everything from concert photography grit to creative storytelling. Master your craft by learning how to listen as well as you look. Frequently Discussed Topics: - Music Photography and Concert Photography techniques. - Building a Photography Business and career transitions. - Creative Workflow tips for Wedding Photographers. - The impact of AI on Photography and Music

  1. Jul 6 ·  Video

    Visualizing Sound - The Storytelling Genius of Coheed and Cambria

    What happens when the artist lets the monster take the pen? Discover how Coheed and Cambria’s iconic concept album blends rock fury, sci-fi spectacle, and personal heartbreak into an audio-visual experience unlike anything else. They turned the listener’s imagination into a movie screen where a creator and his creation fight for control of the pen. This episode peels back the layers of Claudio Sanchez's storytelling, from interstellar comic book wars to the psychological torment of the Writer, whose heartbreak bleeds between fiction and reality. Whether you’re a music lover, a visual storyteller, or just seeking inspiration, this exploration promises to make you feel every riff and revelation. Listen to the music, close your eyes, and visualize the saga. Then share your own interpretations and impressions on Spotify, YouTube, or at  The Dojo. Rock the album on Apple Musicon Spotify This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time and Flodesk. Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.

    Visualizing Sound - The Storytelling Genius of Coheed and Cambria

  2. Jun 29 ·  Video

    Visual Storytelling Without a Screen - Dream Theater’s Metropolis in Your Mind

    Can music turn your mind into a movie theater? This week on Lenses & Lyrics, discover how Dream Theater’s "Metropolis Part 2: Scenes from a Memory" transforms sound into vivid internal cinema. No screen required. Audio and visual art can merge at any moment, anywhere you are, because your mind is the ultimate projector. Listen to Dream Theater’s album in a quiet space, close your eyes, and let the album paint its story across your imagination. Then, share your experience with us. Did you see the opera unfold in your head? Join the discussion in The Dojo, on Spotify or YouTube. Rock the album dreamtheater.neton Apple Musicon Spotify This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time and Flodesk. Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.

    Visual Storytelling Without a Screen - Dream Theater’s Metropolis in Your Mind

  3. Jun 22 ·  Video

    Lenny Kravitz Builds a Consistent World with Music and Photography

    What happens when creativity refuses to fit into just one form? This episode explores the powerful thread connecting Lenny Kravitz’s music, photography, and design, all woven from the same emotional fabric. Join us as we journey through the life and artistry of Lenny Kravitz, a figure who bridges the worlds of sound and image. Discover how his early fascination with his father’s Leica camera informed a lifetime of art that blurs boundaries, from iconic tunes to evocative photographs and tactile interiors. Resources FlashDrifterKravitz DesignPhoto by Nuță Lucian via Flickr.Experience the coherence in creativity, listen to the episode now, and see how the borders between music, photography, and design dissolve through Lenny Kravitz’s lens. This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time and Flodesk. Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.

    Lenny Kravitz Builds a Consistent World with Music and Photography

  4. Jun 15 ·  Bonus

    Singing the Story of Photography

    Ever wondered what happens when artificial intelligence composes a song about the history of photography? On this episode of Lenses & Lyrics, we explore the intersection of music, technology, and the evolution of capturing images, all wrapped up in an original AI-generated folk pop song. Listen to the AI-composed "History of Photography Song" and share your thoughts! Leave your feedback on Spotify, YouTube, or within The Dojo. This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time and Flodesk. Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.

    Singing the Story of Photography

  5. Jun 8 ·  Bonus

    Exploring AI Music

    What if AI could compose the anthem to your life’s creative passions? Today we explore how artificial intelligence might inspire new expressions at the intersection of music and photography. After listening, share your thoughts on the AI-generated song! Leave a comment if you’re on Spotify or YouTube, or join the conversation through The Dojo. This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time and Flodesk. Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.

    Exploring AI Music

  6. Jun 1 ·  Video

    The Analog Mix, Jason Momoa

    Ever wondered what happens when the man behind Aquaman swaps his trident for a Leica camera and a bass guitar? Discover the pulse and passion behind Jason Momoa’s creative journey beyond Hollywood. This episode explores how rhythm shapes not just art, but life. instagram.com/oof_tatatainstagram.com/prideofgypsiesReady to find your own rhythm? Hit play and explore the intersection of photography and music that will make you see creativity in a whole new light. Subscribe for more stories that blend sound, vision, and heart. This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time and Flodesk. Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.

    The Analog Mix, Jason Momoa

  7. May 25 ·  Video

    The Tempo of the Trenches - Jason Kelce’s Symphony of Sport

    Are grit and creativity two sides of the same coin? Explore how discipline learned in one passion can spark greatness in another. This episode reveals why rhythm and routine matter. whether you're on a stage, at a wedding venue, a football field or picking up an instrument for the first time. I talk about retired Eagles legend, Jason Kelce, had at Rowan University on April 21, 2026. Jason pulls back the curtain on how his journey with the saxophone shaped his drive on the gridiron. " If you don't practice, you're going to suck." But if you master the tempo, you might just find yourself in the Hall of Fame. This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time and Flodesk. Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.

    The Tempo of the Trenches - Jason Kelce’s Symphony of Sport

  8. May 18 ·  Video

    Photography Storytelling: Capturing Memories and Sharing Melodies with Elsa Thomasson

    Learn how to capture deep emotional connections through music photography and visual storytelling. In this episode, photographer, singer, and ukulele player Elsa Thomasson joins the show to discuss the intersecting creative paths of visual and musical art. Elsa shares her journey from singing Édith Piaf as a child to performing at intimate acoustic weddings, detailing how a musician’s sensitive ear can completely reshape the photographer’s eye and creative process. "I focus more on maybe energy, emotions. I’m not interested in playing ukulele just without singing. So I think the singing is getting all the ukulele and the ukulele is just serving to highlight the song or the singing."Rock with Elsa elsathomasson.comyoutube.com/channel/UC2i16M6wqiB4WeFz66AisbAinstagram.com/elsathomassonphotographieinstagram.com/elsa_thomasson_musiquefacebook.com/elsathomassonphotographieSpotifyBandcampThe tour (00:00) - Between Melodies and Memories with Elsa Thomasson (00:31) - ‌ (01:18) - Early Singing Roots (02:56) - Why Ukulele (05:37) - Confidence and Technique (09:23) - Photography Origin Story (14:23) - Singing at Weddings (23:46) - One Take Pressure (28:04) - Self Care for Wedding Days (29:41) - Photos as Folk Pop (32:16) - Wrap Up and Where to Listen This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time and Flodesk. Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.

    Photography Storytelling: Capturing Memories and Sharing Melodies with Elsa Thomasson
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Photography and Music: Lenses & Lyrics is the premier podcast for creators who live at the intersection of sight and sound. Hosted by Scott Wyden Kivowitz, this show explores how musicianship shapes the photographer’s eye and the technical parallels between these two worlds. Whether you need expert tips on band photography, are transitioning from the orchestra pit to wedding photography, or want to understand how AI photography is changing the creative landscape, we provide actionable insights for your journey. Join us for deep-dive interviews with industry legends like Chloe Ramirez, Sam Hurd, Jason McCutchen and Rick Sammon as we discuss everything from concert photography grit to creative storytelling. Master your craft by learning how to listen as well as you look. Frequently Discussed Topics: - Music Photography and Concert Photography techniques. - Building a Photography Business and career transitions. - Creative Workflow tips for Wedding Photographers. - The impact of AI on Photography and Music

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