The Beginner Photography Podcast Raymond Hatfield

In Todays Episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, you will hear from 15 photographers who share their diverse perspectives on what makes a great photograph, uncovering the elements that truly transform an ordinary image into a powerful and meaningful work of art. You'll gain insight into intent, impact, simplicity, and creativity, unlocking the potential to elevate your photography to new heights.
The Big Ideas:
Intent: Understand why your photo is taken, and what it conveys.Impact: Consider the emotional and intellectual impact your photo will have on the viewer.Simplicity: Embrace clean, uncluttered compositions for more powerful messages.Creativity: Cultivate creativity to produce compelling, thought-provoking images.Photographers featured in this episode 
323: Angela Douglas Ramsey- Personal Projects : Go Deeper With Everything You Photograph392: Dauss Miller - The Art of Illumination: Exploring the Intersection of Light and Creativity384: Vanessa Joy - Sustaining a Successful Career in Photography: The Power of Persistence380: Melissa Miller - Bringing Out the Best in Children: Family Photography Tips374: Megan Dipiero - Outsmart AI and Protect Your Photography Business372: Mark Fox - Photography for a Cause: Raising Awareness of Indigenous Communities of the Amazon370: Liza Roberts - Fantasy Meets Reality: Using Fantasy Photography to Explore Your Imagination358: Savannah Dodd - Capturing Conscientiously: Photography Ethics 101348: Gary Pope - Harry Potter Weddings: Niching Down and Going Beyond Expectations350: Mica McCook - Food Photography Secrets: Plating Up Art354: Anja Poehlmann - Shooting Everyday for Creativity: Discover a New You Through Photography340: Julie Christie - Introverts are Masters of Marketing : The Photographers Voice356: Harry Skeggs - Wildlife Wonders: A Photographers Journey to Preserve the Natural World346: Tavia Redburn - Getting Started with Birth Photography: Perfect Little Memories366: Steve Rolfe: Tiny Tales and Big Imagination: A Unique Way to Photograph Life On The Street


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In Today's Episode of the podcast, you'll learn how to craft photography goals that stick and transform your photography. You'll get insights into setting specific, achievable goals, overcoming challenges, and growing within a supportive community.

The Big Ideas:
- Define your areas for growth and set specific, achievable photography goals to improve your skills.
- Apply the SMART criteria (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, time-bound) to set epic goals.
- Surround yourself with other photographers to share experiences and grow together.
- Plan rewards and celebrations for reaching photography milestones.
- Constantly check in with your photography goals and set new ones to keep the momentum going.
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In today's Best of the Year episode of the podcast, you'll discover powerful photography lessons that can transform your skills by teaching you how to capture genuine emotions, master light, overcome self-doubt, plan effectively, and communicate through your images.

The Big Ideas:
1. Embrace Play: Incorporate play into your photography sessions with children to capture genuine emotions and reactions.
2. Quality over Quantity: Taking fewer deliberate shots leads to better results than relying on quantity.
3. The Power of Planning: Do thorough research, use apps, and embrace flexibility to capture the best shots.
4. Self-Doubt and Creativity: Push past self-doubt and focus on personal interest and growth as a photographer.
5. Authenticity and Communication: Learn to effectively communicate your intended message through your photographs.

Photographers featured in this episode 
354: Anja Poehlmann - Shooting Everyday for Creativity: Discover a New You Through Photography342: Damien Lovegrove - Discover The Secrets Of Capturing Light: A Crash Course On Photographic Lighting380: Melissa Miller - Bringing Out the Best in Children: Family Photography Tips388: Shane Balkowitsch - AI, Authenticity, and the Future of Photography: Navigating the Digital Landscape358: Savannah Dodd - Capturing Conscientiously: Photography Ethics 101376: Jim Nix - Make Your Shots Look Spectacular: Plan & Edit Your Landscape Images370: Liza Roberts - Fantasy Meets Reality: Using Fantasy Photography to Explore Your Imagination398: Gavin Wade - Building a Dream Photography Business: Strategies to Boost Creativity and Productivity408: Elena Dorfman - Embracing Authenticity in Fine Art Photography: Pushing Past Self-Doubt410: David Ulrich - From Imitation to Authenticity: Mastering the Art of Mindful PhotographyConnect with the Beginner Photography Podcast!


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Happy Thanksgiving! 

In this episode I share with you how to be present with your loved ones while still capturing memorable photos, and offer a challenge for you to tell the story of your thanksgiving day in just 5 photos!
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In Todays Episode of the podcast, I chat with Data Expert Will Yarborough. Today you'll discover how to transform your photography workflow. Learn how to effectively manage and store your photos, select the right storage solutions, and safeguard your work for the long term. Get ready to bring structure and efficiency to your photography process.

The Big Ideas:
1. Protect Your Work: Safeguard all your precious images by using the three-two-one backup solution. Back up your photos in multiple places to ensure you never lose them.
2. Understand Your Needs: Evaluate your photography style and file types to determine the most suitable storage capacity for your work.
3. Harness the Power of NAS: Discover the benefits of Network-Attached Storage for photographers, such as flexibility, centralized storage, and easy accessibility.
4. Explore Backup Solutions: Consider utilizing Backblaze for its unlimited storage capabilities and comprehensive backup features.
5. Upgrade Wisely: Transition to SSDs and NAS as your photo collection grows to ensure efficient storage and easy access to your files.

Resources:
Check out Will's Youtube Channel
Will's Website
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In today's episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I chat with wedding, senior, and family photographer Lissa Chandler. Lissa shared valuable tips about building rapport with clients, embracing creativity, and staying true to your artistic vision. She also discussed the importance of shooting for yourself and creating work that fulfills you creatively. As you listen, take notes on how Lissa navigates vulnerability, handles rejection, and captures authentic moments.

The Big Take Aways:
Embrace the Evolution: Look back on your earlier photographs and appreciate how they have evolved over time. Your growth as a photographer is an ongoing process.Follow Your Passion: Trust your instincts and pursue photography even if it's not a popular career choice. Lissa knew from a young age that photography would play an important role in her life.Finding Your Niche: Be open to finding your niche in photography. Lissa initially wanted to be a posed baby photographer but discovered her passion for shooting weddings after a convincing encounter.Shoot for Yourself: Shoot work that fulfills you creatively, not just what others expect. Lissa emphasizes the importance of creating a body of work that is meaningful to you, even when working with clients.Build Rapport with Clients: Connect with your clients to create a successful photoshoot. Use questionnaires and encourage client involvement to build rapport and capture their true selves.Resources:
Lissa Chandlers Website
Follow Lissa on Instagram
Check out Lissa's Photoshoot Checklist Book



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