39 min
E5: Jeff Lewis Part 2 – Why He's Not on Instagram ShotMasters
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- Visual Arts
Hi friends,
A couple of things before we get to today’s episode:
First, the podcast has a new name: ShotStories Photography Podcast.
And I’ve moved to Substack. Recording a podcast episode seems like a quick thing, but each interview is taking me 25-30 hours to plan, record, edit, and publish. Using Substack will save me some hours, and I hope that means I can share these interviews with you more frequently. Also, now it’s easier to browse older episodes. Just go to swamiphoto.substack.com.
One thing: I migrated my email list to Substack, and I realize not all of you were subscribed to me for photography. This newsletter will be photography focused, so if that’s not your thing, please let me know by replying to this email, and I’ll remove you from the list. No hard feelings at all.
Today’s episode is one of my favorites.
I’ve known Jeff for a while, and I’ve always been intrigued by his personality. The guy’s work is so good he could have a million followers. But he chooses not to be on social media.
Why? And how, then, do people discover his work? And does he not have FOMO? That’s what we talk about. It’s an enlightening conversation. See the timestamps for other topics we discuss.
Hope you enjoy it. Please share with other photo folks.
Timestamps 0:00 - Why are you not on social media? 4:13 - The 5 love languages 6:01 - Don't we need validation from others? 7:57 - Advice for those without an amazing portfolio yet 10:54 - Do you ever feel lonely or have FOMO? 11:33 - How do people discover your new work? 15:36 - How do you explore and choose scenes worthy of your portfolio? 22:03 - Planning vs being spontaneous 25:00 - How do you find nice places to shoot near home? 28:25 - How to narrow down spots at sunset when time is limited? 30:53 - For those not surrounded by beautiful landscapes, how to build a good portfolio? 36:30 - How do you discover new spots?
Until next time,
Swami
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit swamiphoto.substack.com
Hi friends,
A couple of things before we get to today’s episode:
First, the podcast has a new name: ShotStories Photography Podcast.
And I’ve moved to Substack. Recording a podcast episode seems like a quick thing, but each interview is taking me 25-30 hours to plan, record, edit, and publish. Using Substack will save me some hours, and I hope that means I can share these interviews with you more frequently. Also, now it’s easier to browse older episodes. Just go to swamiphoto.substack.com.
One thing: I migrated my email list to Substack, and I realize not all of you were subscribed to me for photography. This newsletter will be photography focused, so if that’s not your thing, please let me know by replying to this email, and I’ll remove you from the list. No hard feelings at all.
Today’s episode is one of my favorites.
I’ve known Jeff for a while, and I’ve always been intrigued by his personality. The guy’s work is so good he could have a million followers. But he chooses not to be on social media.
Why? And how, then, do people discover his work? And does he not have FOMO? That’s what we talk about. It’s an enlightening conversation. See the timestamps for other topics we discuss.
Hope you enjoy it. Please share with other photo folks.
Timestamps 0:00 - Why are you not on social media? 4:13 - The 5 love languages 6:01 - Don't we need validation from others? 7:57 - Advice for those without an amazing portfolio yet 10:54 - Do you ever feel lonely or have FOMO? 11:33 - How do people discover your new work? 15:36 - How do you explore and choose scenes worthy of your portfolio? 22:03 - Planning vs being spontaneous 25:00 - How do you find nice places to shoot near home? 28:25 - How to narrow down spots at sunset when time is limited? 30:53 - For those not surrounded by beautiful landscapes, how to build a good portfolio? 36:30 - How do you discover new spots?
Until next time,
Swami
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit swamiphoto.substack.com
39 min