Jeffery Saddoris Podcast Archive

In this episode, Sean and I have an honest and, at times, revealing discussion around how comparing our work to others can often lead to creative paralysis. We also talk about the importance of finding an accountability buddy who can give us the support and feedback we need—whether it’s positive or negative—that can really help us move forward. LINKS Dalton Campbell on Process Driven Alex Webb: Th...

We’re a little all over the place in this episode, from Kate Bush and Stranger Things to Top Gun: Maverick, to the importance of the creative journey and how sharing the what and the how often yields greater fruit than simply playing our processes close to the vest. LINKS Henry Thomas’ ET Audition - YouTube Alexander Shaia Maria Lax Maria Lax on Process Driven CONNECT WITH SEAN Website: http://sea...

Do you ever get the feeling that the world is falling apart? Me too, but in this episode, Sean and I discuss how feelings aren’t facts and just because the bad stuff is often easier to believe doesn’t make it true. Plus, we talk about expectations and how needing to know the outcome of a project often keeps us from ever beginning. LINKS Richard Rohr — Growing Up Men | The On Being Project Sapiens...

In this episode, Sean is back and shares some of his thoughts and takeaways from his recent creative retreat in Tuscany. Also, I finally finished The Last of Us 2, which we’ve wanted to talk about literally for years. I think it’s safe to say that for each of us, not only was it an incredible gaming experience, but also an example of how great storytelling and well-paced narrative can transcend me...

Last week, I was joined by Maarten Rots for a terrific conversation around his approach to creativity. As is often the case when talking about the creative process, there’s always more to unpack so I asked Maarten if he’d be willing to come back to continue the conversation. In this episode, while in some ways we’re picking up where we left off, we also go in some different directions, specificall...

This is episode 50 of Deep Natter and today we’ve got a little treat for you. If you’re a regular listener, you’ve undoubtedly heard the name Maarten Rots. He’s someone that Sean and I have mentioned a number of times on the show, usually in reference to how creative he is. Back in 2020, Sean even did a video about him He’s an artist in every sense of the word and in this episode, Maarten and I ar...

Last week, I was talking to Maarten Rots —who you’ve heard us mention several times on the show—and I was asking him how he manages to stay so creative. His answer not only surprised me, but it inspired me to adopt a similar approach to my own creativity in an experiment for the month of June. Talking it through with Sean launched us into a terrific discussion around making and self-care and, what...

A few days ago, I came across a post that painted a pretty grim portrait of our collective futures—and here’s the thing…I wasn’t surprised by it at all. If I’m being honest, it’s something that I often feel anyway. When I brought it up to Sean, he was quick to point out that the way we feel is often just that, a feeling, not a fact. In this especially deep natter, we unpack happiness, negativity b...

In this episode, Sean and I are talking about moving forward on new projects and how for each of us, the success of those projects relies heavily not on simple tricks but in a deeper connection to technique and narrative. We also talk about dealing with the perceived failure anytime we venture too far outside of our creative comfort zones. LINKS Masterclass Werner Herzog Process Driven: Jack Lowe...

In this episode, Sean and I are using a discussion around the visual effects of The Batman as a springboard to talk about tools. We also unpack some of the differences in how we approach the research and selection process and how for each of us, a big part of any purchase revolves around worth and the patterns of our parents. LINKS Ewan McGregor and the green screen lizard The Making Of The Batman...

I few nights ago, I got to go see Jacob Collier, who I was introduced to by Sean. If you’ve never heard of him or heard his music, he’s an absolute genius who is able to play pop, jazz, classical, you name it, and his fans include Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, and Hans Zimmer. In this episode, we’re talking about not just Jacob and his music, but some of the things we can take from him and apply t...

In this episode, we’re talking about changing up the how and the why of what we do creatively by getting away from chasing likes and follows and putting more energy into creating community and engagement. Plus, a voice message from a listener inspires a conversation around a specific kind of art. LINKS Daniel Milnor Frank Maddocks ‎BBQ Interview Series - Kevin’s BBQ Joints on Apple Podcasts Photog...

Let me ask you something. Do process and technique really matter? I mean in the grand scheme of making art, does it matter what tools or what techniques an artist uses to create their work as long as the end product is compelling or pleasing to look at or moves us in some way? Well, in this episode, that’s exactly what Sean and I are talking about. LINKS To Edit or Not to Edit Your Photography? Fa...

Terms like “icon” and “legend” get thrown around pretty casually these days, but in the case of photographer Joe McNally, they are not only absolutely appropriate but also well-deserved. He’s shot for some of the most prestigious magazines and clients in the world, including TIME, Newsweek, LIFE, Sports Illustrated, New York, and National Geographic. His work has earned him dozens of awards, inclu...

How would you describe yourself? What are you interested in, not in terms of taking pictures or painting or writing, but what subjects really light you up? That’s what Sean and I are talking about in this episode. Plus, we dive a little deeper into the Enneagram and take a look at how we’re wired, and whether or not there’s anything we can do about it. LINKS Enneagram Visual Acoustics (via IMDb) A...

This episode might seem like a bit of a departure, but I don’t really think that it is. Sean and I started out talking about the Morning Pages challenge from last week’s episode, which then led us down a rabbit hole into a larger discussion around science and God and how the search for truth is really at the core of both of them. I think it was a terrific conversation and I hope you enjoy it. LINK...

Recently, the closing of my former web host inspired Sean and I to take a step back from our respective websites — and it’s allowed each of us to see the work we do and, maybe more interestingly, the work we share in a different light. Also, Sean reveals an exciting new direction that his life will be taking in the near future. LINKS Carrd Andy Adams CJ Chilvers Squarespace Wells template Sean’s r...

In this episode, Sean and I are discussing the role of the personal website in an age of dwindling attention spans and the rise of social media. Is the Squarespace site or the Wordpress blog still as important and relevant as it once was or have people left the websites behind in favor of platforms that are seen more as virtual communities of like minded visitors? LINKS Medium Substack Ghost Carrd...

In this episode, what happens when one of your favorite artists puts out work that you don’t really like? Do you dismiss it as a creative misstep or do you try to look at it from a different perspective, trusting that they knew exactly what they wanted to release and not “getting it” is on you, not them? LINKS Nerd Writer Neale James (Photography Daily) Wong Notes podcast John Mayer John Mayer Yeb...

In this episode, Sean and I talk about expectations around the things we make and the imaginary bars we set for ourselves which are often not only beyond our control but, in the grand scheme of things, they’re just not accurate measures of our worth. Plus how would you react if your next project was a monster success? LINKS Tascam Mixcast 4 Review Dan Baker documentary CONNECT WITH SEAN Website: h...

In this episode, a conversation about gear leads to a discussion around some of the challenges of working with brands or services while still maintaining your creative integrity. We also talk about some of the musicians who have recently sold their back catalogs for enormous sums of money and where NFTs might fit into all of this. LINKS Sony ZV1 (techradar) Ricoh GR IIIx Samuel Lintaro Sean’s four...

In this episode, we’re talking about control and fear, both in terms of how they are related to one an other and how they can individually and collectively keep us from putting out new work. LINKS Tascam Mixcast 4 Sean’s Fiona Lark Video Patrice O’Neal The War of Art CONNECT WITH SEAN Website: http://seantucker.photography Twitter: @seantuck Instagram: @seantuck YouTube: Sean Tucker CONNECT WITH J...

In this episode, a discussion around birthdays leads to a deeper dive into how limitations can often take our work into unexpected directions. We also talk about mindfulness and Sean offers some powerful advice on how we can be more present not just in our work, but also in our day-to-day lives. LINKS Dan Baker Magnum - Alec Soth Eckhart Tolle - The Power of Now Julia Cameron - Morning pages CONNE...

One of the themes we keep coming back to on this show is the idea of being seen or heard, and I think for both Sean and myself, that desire is core to who we are as humans. I think that’s one of the reasons social media has become such a big part of the human experience. In this episode, we’re talking about getting ideas out in the world even if it means letting go of them. We also dive a little d...

A couple weeks ago, we asked what you’d like to see in a new photo community and in this episode we’re talking about some of your responses and sharing a few of our own. We also dip back into an ongoing discussion around real life creative communities and Sean shares the story of a recent evening he spent with a group of creatives in York at a Pechakucha event. LINKS Flickr 100ASA 500px Fotoblur o...