Photography Matters

Man, I have had a blast this week working with AI, especially in image creation. For those of you who know me, know I haven’t been very supportive of AI up this point, so it might be a little surprising to hear my thoughts on it now. Don’t worry, I’m still the old-school cat. That’s … The post EP 141 – The AI Conversation appeared first on Photography Matters .

I want to talk about something that is so important, but many photographers haven’t even thought of. Photography is alive. Enjoy The post EP 140 – Photography Is Alive appeared first on Photography Matters .

Meditation… man, meditation is one of the things that contributes the most when it comes to just living and navigating life. Do you guys meditate? If not, think about it. It really can make a difference in everything you do. In this episode I’ll talk a little about how, the way that I shoot, I … The post Episode 139 – Photography = Meditation appeared first on Photography M...

Inspiration… man, that is the blood that runs through every part of my life. Recently I’ve connecting with different creative people on Facebook; creatives who’s artwork is incredibly fresh to me. Very inspiring. I’ll share my thoughts. Enjoy The post Episode 138 – What Inspires You… Besides Photography appeared first on Photography Matters .

Unless photography is your actual occupation, how you pay the bills, there are often times when your photography might be put on the shelf for a while. Life can get busy and sometimes the photography just takes a back seat to everything else. In this episode I just want to remind everyone to sometimes, man, … The post Episode 137 – Just Grab Your Camera and Go… appeared first on...

The People You Meet – Some of the coolest people I’ve ever met, I’ve met because of photography. That is such a side benefit I never considered when I first got started with photography. That’s a very cool thing that photography gives to us. We have a camera and a legitimate reason to get out … The post Episode 136 – The People You Meet appeared first on Photogr...

Composition by Feel – what does that even mean? You know how some photographs really make you feel something? That’s what I strive for every time I take a shot. That’s how I compose my shots… by feel. That’s what I’ll talk about in this episode. Enjoy The post Episode 135 – Composition by Feel appeared first on Photography Matters .

Man, it’s 2025! What are your photography goals for this year. I feel that it’s going to be an amazing year. I’ll talk about the importance of setting goals and share some of my own for this year. Enjoy The post Episode 134 – 2025 Goals appeared first on Photography Matters .

How has your year been with your photography? 2024 coming to a close. It’s a good time to reflect on the work, the art that we created this year… and give some thought to what’s coming up for us in 2025. I’ll reflect on what this year has meant for my photography. Enjoy The post Episode 133 – 2024… Wrap It Up appeared first on Photography Matters .

This conversation has been happening ever since digital cameras started to evolve into some pretty incredible machines. But as amazing as digital can be, how does it now compare to shooting film. I’ll share my recent thoughts on this over-talked-about topic. Enjoy. The post Episode 132 – Film AND Digital appeared first on Photography Matters .

Hope your weekend has been great! On tonight’s episode I’ll talk a little bit more about the differences I see between using a 50 or 35mm prime lens. Also want to talk a little bit more about A.I. and some of the ways it might be affecting your photography. Enjoy The post Episode 131 – More 50 vs 35mm and A.I. Part II appeared first on Photography Matters .

What is your favorite focal length? I bounce back and forth between 50 and 35. I think I’ll stick with 50mm for a while and I’ll tell you my reasons why. Also A.I. – We are seeing it creep more and more into the photography space. Lot’s to talk about here. Too much to cover … The post Episode 130 – 50 or 35mm – A.I. and Other Stuff appeared first on Photog...

Are you stuck? Not feeling inspired these days? Man, we’ve all been there. I’ve been feeling that way a lot over the past year. Most of you are aware that I’ve moved back to the NW. In this episode I’ll talk about how the dramatic change of scenery has really fired up my creative soul. … The post Episode 129 – Take a Drive, Get Out of Town appeared first on Phot...

So… a few things have changed since the previous episode (if anyone can remember that). In a spur-of-the-moment decision, I packed up, left Las Vegas and moved back to the Northwest. Man, it’s the best decision I’ve made in a long time. I’ll talk about the move and what preceded it, and how I’m so … The post Episode 128 – Not In Vegas Anymore appeared firs...

Shoot from your heart. Probably doesn’t need a lot of explanation. I’ll also talk a little about managing the galleries on your website. Enjoy The post Episode 127 – Shoot From Your Heart appeared first on Photography Matters .

Passion… Passion and creativity are the most driving forces of my life. It’s been that way since I was a kid. IMHO I think the more you focus your photography on what you’re passionate about, you’ll come away with the strongest, most powerful images you can make. How important is that!? I’ll talk abou that. … The post Episode 126 – Passion & Creativit...

Mindful Photography – it’s a term you hear frequently here on the podcast. For me, being a mindful photographer brings the strongest images… stories. Every once in a while, year, there are those Happy Accidents. But it’s when I’ve been mindful of what I’m photographing that I get the best, strongest photos. Enjoy. The post Episode 125 – Mindful Photography...

Warning: Soap Box Edition. In tonight’s episode I’ll talk about an approach to freeing up your mind to be able to create more from emotion… less from an intellectual perspective; maybe a way to create images with more feel. Maybe to create more with abandonment and more often. Just one guy’s approach. See what you … The post Episode 124 – Think Less… Creat...

Are you guys, are you gals control freaks? Maybe this episode is for you. For you and for new photographers just starting to get into portrait, even intimate portraiture. Enjoy The post Episode 123 – Lose Control appeared first on Photography Matters .

Welcome to the third installment of this series – Your Photography Web Presence. In this episode I’ll briefly recap what we’ve covered so far, providing a little more helpful tips. But in this episode I really wanted to focus on the most important part of your web presence – your website. Enjoy The post Episode 122 – Your Photography Web Presence – Part III appeared first o...

Welcome back to the podcast. I want to get back to talking about ways that you can use to promote your photography online. Ways that you let people know what your vision is; what are the stories you want to tell with you photography. I also talk about a very important photographer that I just … The post Episode 121 – Your Photography Web Presence – Part II appeared first on Photography Matte...

If you are a human being, no matter what you think… You are creative. That is the nature of being human. We are all creative. Enjoy The post Episode 120 – Thriving In Creativity. appeared first on Photography Matters .

Hey, I hope everyone is doing great. This is another soap box edition. I talk about why I’m so passionate about studying the history of photography and how that contributes to the amazing work of the photographers of the last century… and how it can contribute to the level of our own work. Enjoy The post Episode 119 – Limitations = Opportunity appeared first on Photography Matter...

Happy New Year! I hope all of you are doing well and enjoying the start to your brand new year, 2024. This episode is the beginning of a mult-part series geared towards giving your the information, the tools to help you build your web presence online; to help you be more well known for the … The post Episode 118 – Your Photography Web Presence – Part I appeared first on Photograp...

I saw an interesting video from Jamie Windsor on YouTube a while back. The topic was photographer, Nan Goldin. Fantastic photographer, definitely one of my favorite. Could her photos be assessed as Technically perfect? Nope. It’s actually the “imperfections” that add a lot of mood and feel to the photos. In this episode I’ll talk … The post Episode 117 – Is Your...