Open Shutter Live

Paul Yeghouchian

Open Shutter is a podcast connecting creators to creators. Diving into WHY we do what we do, WHERE we came from, and where we're GOING. Hosted by Toronto Creator, Paul Yeghouchian, catch the show every week for a different guest!

  1. 3일 전

    The Art of Imperfection | Ti-An DeMartines on Protecting Creativity 🧘‍♀️📸🖼️

    Ti-An DeMartines is a painter, photographer, yoga teacher, and manager at a vocational college. A graduate of York University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Ti-An’s artistic spark was lit early by her father, a hobbyist photographer whose images quietly shaped her eye. Today, she considers herself a travel photographer at heart, chasing landscapes, cityscapes, and wildlife with a sense of curiosity that feels both grounded and adventurous.The Canadian Rockies call to her again and again. The challenge, the scale, the unpredictability. Mountains that refuse to be captured easily. And that is exactly why she returns.What makes Ti-An’s process especially compelling is her embrace of imperfection. Blurry frames. Almost-missed shots. Even dash cam footage. Where others might delete, she lingers. She transforms these imperfect photographs into paintings, finding poetry in the flaws and texture in the unexpected. For her, art is deeply personal and emotional, which is why she has consciously chosen not to pursue it full time. Protecting creativity, she believes, sometimes means keeping it sacred.You can often find her sharing her work at local markets, connecting directly with people who are drawn to her pieces. In this conversation, she offers practical advice for artists looking to get their work seen and sold, while also speaking honestly about balance, sustainability, and staying true to your own rhythm.Yoga plays a central role in that rhythm. It is her reset button. A way to step away from the pressure to produce while simultaneously creating space for ideas to surface. In fact, she is intentionally trying to be bored more often, carving out quiet pockets where inspiration can wander in unannounced.This is a thoughtful conversation about boundaries, creativity, imperfection, and the courage to define success on your own terms.You can follow Ti-An herehttps://www.instagram.com/tiandemartines/Follow Open Shutter for future show announcements!https://www.instagram.com/openshutteryoutube/like and subscribe:)

    1시간 11분
  2. 4일 전

    Freelance Photography Advice You Need to Hear | Morgan Kitchen 📸

    Creativity sometimes arrives disguised as catastrophe.Toronto-based photographer and creative director, Morgan Kitchen, joins the podcast with a story that bends in an unexpected direction. Originally from Savannah, Georgia, Morgan moved to Toronto in 2020, chasing new chapters and colder winters.He began in front of the lens as a model. Then life swerved. After being hit by a car and sidelined with injuries, he found himself grounded, still, and staring at time. Instead of waiting for momentum to return, he picked up a camera. The original plan was tactical. Learn the mechanics. Understand the angles. Become better in front of the lens by mastering what happens behind it.But the camera had other ideas.What started as rehab curiosity turned into creative ignition. Once Morgan stepped into photography, there was no reverse gear. His personal projects pulse with intention. He shoots the kind of work he wants to see in the world, not just what the algorithm wants. That self-trust shows. His confidence is not loud, but it is steady. He commits to ideas, stretches his skill set, and executes with clarity.In this episode, we explore:• The power of networking and putting yourself in rooms that stretch you• Believing in your ability to the fullest and executing on ideas• Building a freelance career without burning yourself out• Creating balance so ambition does not outpace familyIf you are a freelance photographer, videographer, or someone hovering at the edge of creative risk, this conversation is for you. You can follow Morgan herehttps://www.instagram.com/morgan.xyz/Follow Open Shutter for future show announcements!https://www.instagram.com/openshutteryoutube/like and subscribe:)

    57분
  3. 1월 18일

    Behind the Glass | The Realities of a Hockey Photographer | Jordan MacDonald

    Jordan MacDonald is a photographer and videographer from Ottawa whose work has put him rink-side with professional hockey organizations, including the Ottawa Senators.But his story does not begin under arena lights. It starts in an 11th grade videography class, where a short film earned his group a perfect score and quietly flipped a switch. That moment led him to pick up a Sony camera, dive into photography, and begin a journey built on curiosity, repetition, and progress over perfection.In this episode, Jordan opens up about losing his creative spark when videography became a business, and how volunteering as a photographer helped him rediscover why he started in the first place. Growing up in a hockey family and living the sport his entire life shaped both his work ethic and his eye, and that passion shows in every frame he captures.Jordan shares his goals of shooting NHL, OHL, and PWHL games, along with aspirations to photograph Team Canada Soccer and live concerts. He also talks honestly about the skills he is still working to improve, and offers grounded advice that applies far beyond photography.If you want a behind-the-scenes look at the realities of working in professional and amateur sports, and a reminder that progress beats perfection every time, this episode is for you.You can check out Jordan's work herehttps://www.instagram.com/takenbyjmac/Follow Open Shutter for future show announcements!https://www.instagram.com/openshutteryoutube/like and subscribe:)

    1시간 3분
  4. 1월 12일

    Finding My Way Through Passion, Vision & Opportunity with Tariq | iPhone Photographer

    We’re live from Seattle with Tariq, an iPhone photography enthusiast who finds beauty in the everyday moments most people pass by. Originally from Vancouver and an accountant by trade, Tariq is stepping into an exciting new chapter of life. Recently engaged and creatively reenergized, he’s redefining what photography means to him.Tariq lives by a simple but powerful mantra: **Passion. Vision. Opportunity.** It’s his North Star, guiding him through both the highs and the hard pauses of life and creativity. Since posting his very first photo on July 25, 2019, that mindset has helped him stay grounded while continuing to grow.In this episode, Tariq opens up about burnout, losing his creative drive, and how he found his way back. He shares one of his favorite quotes, *“Do it. Do it scared,”* and explains how embracing fear became part of his creative fuel.We also talk about what’s next: branching out into TikTok, showing up to more in-person meetups, and focusing on real connection over metrics. Tariq breaks down how he actively seeks knowledge to sharpen his craft, keep photography fun, and push himself into new creative territory.This is a conversation about patience, momentum, and trusting the process when passion meets opportunity. You can follow Tariq here https://www.instagram.com/takenbytariq/ Follow Open Shutter for future show announcements!https://www.instagram.com/openshutteryoutube/like and subscribe:

    1시간 8분

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Open Shutter is a podcast connecting creators to creators. Diving into WHY we do what we do, WHERE we came from, and where we're GOING. Hosted by Toronto Creator, Paul Yeghouchian, catch the show every week for a different guest!