SHOOT TO ILL™

Martin Depict

A Podcast for anyone with a camera.

  1. More Memory, More Problems - Ep.24 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    6d ago

    More Memory, More Problems - Ep.24 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    After getting back from a shoot in Northern California, I came home to one of the worst things a photographer can deal with: my main RAID system would not turn on. No lights, no fans, no power. For a second, it felt like years of photo and video work could be gone. In this episode of the SHOOT TO ILL podcast, I talk through what happened with my G-RAID Shuttle XL, why Backblaze might be saving me right now, and the backup system I use to protect client files. I also get into the real “storage tax” photographers and videographers pay when shooting high-resolution photos, 4K video, 7K open gate, RAW files, CFexpress cards, SSDs, and massive archives. This is not the flashiest topic, but it is one of the most important. If you create for a living, your files are your business. Losing them is not just stressful. It is unprofessional, expensive, and avoidable if you build the right system before something goes wrong. Keep shooting. -------------------------------------------------- 📢 More from SHOOT TO ILL ► SHOOT TO ILL Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLY6Y3cKoSaPXsUHFlqO0fBSQrHCBsbXUA -------------------------------------------------- ➖ 00:00 Intro ➖ 00:20 My RAID system died ➖ 02:00 Why I use Backblaze ➖ 03:00 Calling Western Digital ➖ 04:10 Warranty replacement options ➖ 05:12 Why losing client files is unacceptable ➖ 05:55 My backup workflow after shoots ➖ 07:01 SSD backups and client drives ➖ 08:35 Working off the G-RAID Shuttle XL ➖ 10:09 Recovering files from Backblaze ➖ 12:33 RAID 0 and cloud backup ➖ 14:34 The storage tax for creators ➖ 15:47 Why 7K open gate can be a storage problem ➖ 18:38 Choosing the right camera for the job ➖ 20:55 Memory cards are getting expensive ➖ 22:42 SanDisk vs ProGrade CFexpress cards ➖ 25:35 A simple memory card safety system ➖ 26:42 Why photographers should archive client work ➖ 31:03 Build your backup system now ➖ 31:54 Final thoughts -------------------------------------------------- Martin Depict is a photographer based in Los Angeles documenting the process of building a creative career. On this channel you’ll find photography vlogs, behind the scenes shoots, camera gear experiments, and honest lessons from working in the industry. If you're a photographer, filmmaker, or creator interested in the process behind the work, SHOOT TO ILL follows the journey as it unfolds. -------------------------------------------------- #photography #photographypodcast #shoottoill

    33 min
  2. The Worst Client I've Ever Worked For - Ep.23 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    May 11

    The Worst Client I've Ever Worked For - Ep.23 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    This episode is the story of the worst client situation I have ever dealt with as a photographer. After years of working with someone I trusted, a major brand project slowly turned into late arrivals, rushed shoots, unprepared wardrobe, unpaid invoices, and work that made me look worse than the situation actually was. I kept trying to protect the client, but in doing that, I ended up protecting the wrong person. This became one of the biggest lessons I have learned as a photographer, creative director, and independent contractor. This episode is not about exposing someone. It is about understanding the cost of staying quiet, the importance of speaking up, and why photographers need to protect the process just as much as the final image. Keep shooting. -------------------------------------------------- 📢 More from SHOOT TO ILL ► SHOOT TO ILL Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLY6Y3cKoSaPXsUHFlqO0fBSQrHCBsbXUA -------------------------------------------------- ➖ 00:00 Intro ➖ 00:43 The Story ➖ 20:32 Why I Am Telling This Story ➖ 29:35 What's Changed Since Then ➖ 32:03 What You Can Take Away From This Story -------------------------------------------------- Martin Depict is a photographer based in Los Angeles documenting the process of building a creative career. On this channel, you’ll find photography vlogs, behind-the-scenes shoots, camera gear experiments, and honest lessons from working in the industry. If you're a photographer, filmmaker, or creator interested in the process behind the work, SHOOT TO ILL follows the journey as it unfolds. -------------------------------------------------- #photography #photographypodcast #shoottoill

    34 min
  3. What Coachella Taught Me About Vlogging - Ep.22 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    Apr 27

    What Coachella Taught Me About Vlogging - Ep.22 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    In Episode 22 of the SHOOT TO ILL Podcast, I recap my Coachella 2026 Safari experience one last time before moving on from festival mode. This year was different. It was my 12th Coachella, my first time doing Safari, and the first one Luna and I experienced as an engaged couple. I also talk about what it felt like to vlog in public for the first time at that scale, the mistakes I made shooting with the DJI Action 6, and why filming yourself is a completely different creative muscle than filming for someone else. This episode gets into the balance between capturing memories, telling a better story, and not letting perfection stop you from documenting your life. Sometimes the footage is shaky. Sometimes the focus is off. But the memory is still worth having. Keep shooting. -------------------------------------------------- 📢 More from SHOOT TO ILL ► SHOOT TO ILL Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLY6Y3cKoSaPXsUHFlqO0fBSQrHCBsbXUA -------------------------------------------------- ➖ 00:00 Intro ➖ 01:10 The Safari Experience ➖ 02:07 Why the golf carts changed everything ➖ 02:58 Guest passes, crowds, and comfort zones ➖ 03:29 The real cost of Safari ➖ 04:29 Veranda and Red Bull Mirage packages ➖ 05:54 Why I wanted this year to feel special ➖ 06:51 Favorite sets of the weekend ➖ 08:15 Getting overwhelmed during Justin Bieber's Set ➖ 12:11 Shooting with the DJI Action 6 ➖ 15:54 My favorite photo from Coachella ➖ 17:02 Vlogging in public for the first time ➖ 19:47 Splitting one video into two better videos ➖ 21:56 Why documenting life matters ➖ 24:05 Try vlogging for 30 days -------------------------------------------------- Martin Depict is a photographer based in Los Angeles documenting the process of building a creative career. On this channel you’ll find photography vlogs, behind the scenes shoots, camera gear experiments, and honest lessons from working in the industry. If you're a photographer, filmmaker, or creator interested in the process behind the work, SHOOT TO ILL follows the journey as it unfolds. -------------------------------------------------- #photography #photographypodcast #shoottoill

    25 min
  4. Who's Actually Protecting Creators Right Now? - Ep.21 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    Apr 13

    Who's Actually Protecting Creators Right Now? - Ep.21 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    This episode of the SHOOT TO ILL Podcast starts with a real check-in on what it feels like to stay consistent as a creator, even when life gets heavy. Martin talks about missing a vlog, pushing through stress, and still finding a way to upload by reworking a long tutorial into something tighter, more useful, and more intentional for the people actually searching for that information. From there, the conversation moves into something much bigger: the growing tension between creators, AI, and the platforms that profit from both. Martin reflects on stolen imagery, AI-generated likeness abuse, the instability of platform-driven income, and why the proposed Content Creator Bill of Rights could matter so much for photographers, YouTubers, influencers, and anyone trying to build something online. This is a grounded conversation about creative work, algorithmic dependency, and why small creators need real protections before the entire system gets even more distorted. Keep shooting.

    26 min
  5. Marketing Basics for Creatives - Ep.20 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    Mar 30

    Marketing Basics for Creatives - Ep.20 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    Two weeks after talking about baby steps, Martin Depict returns to break down the small but real changes he’s making to become a better creator. This episode is about the practical adjustments that slowly raise the quality of your work over time. He also gets into the bigger picture of marketing yourself as a creative. Martin talks about consistency, why effort doesn’t always lead to instant results, how to think about a marketing funnel, and why your website, media kit, and communication matter more than most people realize. If you’re a photographer, videographer, or creator trying to improve your work while also figuring out how to get more eyes on it, this episode is a grounded look at what actually helps. Keep shooting. --- 📢 More from SHOOT TO ILL ► SHOOT TO ILL Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLY6Y3cKoSaPXsUHFlqO0fBSQrHCBsbXUA --- ➖ 00:00 Intro / Baby Steps I’ve Taken in the Last 2 Weeks ➖ 00:57 Switching to 30p ➖ 02:45 Adding a Second Camera Angle ➖ 03:49 Future Baby Steps ➖ 04:20 Why Effort Doesn’t Guarantee Results ➖ 06:07 Marketing Yourself as a Creative / The Funnel ➖ 08:26 Why Your Media Kit Matters ➖ 08:49 Updating My Website and Reel ➖ 12:57 Selling Products and Promoting Your Work ➖ 16:01 Finding Real World Ways to Make Money ➖ 19:40 Final Thoughts --- Martin Depict is a photographer based in Los Angeles documenting the process of building a creative career. On this channel you’ll find photography vlogs, behind the scenes shoots, camera gear experiments, and honest lessons from working in the industry. If you're a photographer, filmmaker, or creator interested in the process behind the work, SHOOT TO ILL follows the journey as it unfolds. --- #photography #photographypodcast #shoottoill

    20 min
  6. I'm Doing Too Much - Ep.19 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    Mar 16

    I'm Doing Too Much - Ep.19 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    In this episode of the SHOOT TO ILL podcast, Martin talks honestly about something a lot of creators experience but rarely admit: getting stuck in your own head. After two intense weeks of editing photos and staying consistent with uploads, Martin reflects on the pressure of trying to do everything right when building something new online. From constantly being fed YouTube growth advice to overthinking SEO, thumbnails, and strategy, the conversation turns into a reminder that doing too much too fast can kill momentum. Along the way, a simple trip to Sephora turns into a perfect example of the same mindset — overanalyzing every option instead of sticking with what already works. The bigger realization becomes clear: the key to building something meaningful is taking small steps, staying consistent, and focusing on the people who genuinely connect with what you're creating. Keep shooting. -------------------------------------------------- 📢 More from SHOOT TO ILL ► SHOOT TO ILL Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLY6Y3cKoSaPXsUHFlqO0fBSQrHCBsbXUA -------------------------------------------------- ➖ 00:00 Intro/Getting stuck in my own head ➖ 01:55 YouTube advice overload ➖ 05:09 The Sephora overthinking moment ➖ 09:47 Slowing things down creatively ➖ 12:03 Finding my community again ➖ 14:47 Instagram vs YouTube audiences ➖ 21:32 The pressure of freelancing ➖ 26:43 Lessons from interns and early career ➖ 31:05 The Big Jim story ➖ 34:50 Baby Steps -------------------------------------------------- Martin Depict is a photographer based in Los Angeles documenting the process of building a creative career. On this channel, you’ll find photography vlogs, behind-the-scenes shoots, camera gear experiments, and honest lessons from working in the industry. If you're a photographer, filmmaker, or creator interested in the process behind the work, SHOOT TO ILL follows the journey as it unfolds. -------------------------------------------------- #photography #photographyvlog #shoottoill

    38 min
  7. Done Is Better Than Perfect - Ep.18 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    Mar 2

    Done Is Better Than Perfect - Ep.18 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    New uploads on YouTube weekly. Podcasts available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify every other Monday at 3am PST. Follow SHOOT TO ILL™ on Patreon: www.patreon.com/shoottoill Support the podcast by getting official SHOOT TO ILL™ merch at: martindepict.com or shoottoill.com *Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored, nor am I being paid by any company to create this video Thank you for watching. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE

    17 min
  8. I Keep Coming Back to This - Ep.17 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    Feb 13

    I Keep Coming Back to This - Ep.17 - SHOOT TO ILL™ Podcast

    New uploads on YouTube weekly. Podcasts available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify everyother Monday at 3am PST. Follow SHOOT TO ILL™ on Patreon: www.patreon.com/shoottoill Support the podcast by getting official SHOOT TO ILL™ merch at: martindepict.com or shoottoill.com *Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored, nor am I being paid by any company to create this video Thank you for watching. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE

    21 min
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A Podcast for anyone with a camera.

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  • Creator
    Martin Depict
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    SHOOT TO ILL™