Photographers Create

Kathleen Ellis, founder of Shoot It With Film, shares the story of how the online magazine came to be and the growth of its community. Shoot It With Film offers tutorials, features, and submissions for film photographers. Kathleen discusses the importance of aligning your work with the style of the publication you're submitting to and following submission guidelines. She also emphasizes the va...

Today I have something really special for you, my darling listener. I did a collaboration with Alison Bell and Melissa Arlena from the Keep It Moving podcast. I am in a transition of moving my business to San Diego and knew these incredible ladies were the ones to ask for help. On the episode we go over how to move your business step by step. We go over SEO, networking, preparing for new locations...

Natasha and I met because we were both older photographers (I go into the story on the Podcast). So it seemed like the obvious choice to ask my dear friend to join me in a discussion about age. A topic in our business that just isn't talked about. Aging in photography. How being an older photographer is both hard and a strength. How getting started with our photography businesses later gave us...

In this conversation, Alison Hatch interviews Kim Hildebrand, an analog film photographer, about lighting techniques for film photography. Kim shares her tips and tricks for using flash to create beautiful and consistent lighting in indoor spaces. Takeaways Using flash in film photography can help overcome the challenges of shooting in dark indoor spaces. Off-camera flash and bouncing the light of...

Summary In this episode, Alison Hatch discusses the importance of incorporating creativity into your photography business and website. She shares a story about a photographer who was asked to take photos of pets by her brother's girlfriend and how it led to an unhappy client situation. Alison emphasizes the need to manage client expectations and delight them through clear communication and a w...

Natalia Robert shares her journey into interior photography and the differences between shooting for real estate listings and interior designers. She emphasizes the importance of building relationships with interior designers and capturing specific moments that evoke a feeling. Natalia provides tips and tricks for working with interiors, including using a tripod, straightening verticals, and maste...

In this episode of the Photographers Create Podcast, Anja Poehlmann discusses personal projects, specifically the 365 project. She shares her experience and tips for starting and maintaining a 365 project, including the benefits of personal projects, the importance of play and experimentation, and the value of documenting everyday moments. Anya emphasizes the need for flexibility and grace in pers...

In this episode, Allison Jacobs discusses her love for photographing the beach and water. She explains that while she doesn't consider herself a traditional landscape photographer, she is drawn to the beach and water because it brings her peace and calmness. Allison also talks about her experimentation with different photography styles and techniques, including film soup and double exposures....

In this episode, the host Alison Hatch shares five things that have helped her photography business throughout the years. The first thing is hiring a mentor, who can provide guidance, support, and help navigate the journey to success. The second thing is following her gut and listening to her intuition, which has led to finding joy and fulfillment in her work. The third thing is getting outside of...

In this episode, the host discusses five mistakes she made in her photography business and provides advice on how to avoid them. The mistakes include not finalizing her style before charging clients, incorporating expensive programs and systems, paying for branding, believing a big social media following is necessary, and charging too much. The host emphasizes the importance of consistency, simpli...

In this episode, David Teran discusses his journey from wanting to be a chef to becoming a photographer. He shares how he fell in love with film photography and his passion for capturing ballerinas outside of the ballet. David emphasizes the importance of the Hasselblad camera in his work and the focus on creating visually stunning photographs. He also highlights the unique experience of shooting...

Allison Corinne discusses her journey as a self-portrait photographer and the evolution of her self-portrait series. She shares her inspiration for creating self-portraits and the planning and execution process behind each series. Allison also talks about the use of Photoshop and AI in her work and the themes and messages that are conveyed through her self-portraits. She discusses the reception an...

Summary In this episode, the host discusses the process of finding one's personal style in photography. The conversation covers various aspects, including the challenges of comparison, looking beyond visuals, influences from home and personality, collecting images for reference, limiting equipment, working and practicing every day, keeping a journal, exploring different genres, and finding per...

Summary In this conversation, Alison and Cami discuss the balance between art and science in photography, the pressure to stay on brand, and the fear of trying new things. They emphasize the importance of embracing failure, letting go of control, and trusting the creative process. They also discuss the need for patience and self-acceptance in the journey of creativity. Overall, the conversation hi...

Summary In this conversation, Alison Hatch interviews Cami Wittrock about her experience taking over Film Follow Friday on Instagram. They discuss the film community, the creative techniques they have learned and incorporated into their work, and the magic of Holga cameras. Cami shares her vision for the future of Film Follow Friday and emphasizes the inclusivity and supportiveness of the film com...

In this conversation, Alison Hatch explores the creative act and the process of creating art based on the book 'A Way of Being' by Rick Rubin. She discusses the importance of inspiration and creating space to receive it. Alison also emphasizes the significance of collecting seeds of ideas and experimenting with them. She highlights the craft phase of the creative process and the need to st...

In the next few episodes we are going to dive into the incredible book The Creative Act: a Way of Being by Rick Rubin. As photographers it is easy to call ourselves creatives, but do we really know the depths of what that means. In Rick’s book he covers 78 different topics about the creative. How to know it, how to channel it, how to attract it, how to utilize it, and so on. This is Part 1 of a 4...

Summary In this conversation, Alison Hatch interviews Rachel Larson-Weaver about the importance of writing in a creative practice. They discuss how writing can enhance photography and other artistic mediums, and how to incorporate writing into daily life. Rachel shares her journey of how she got into writing and the interplay between writing and photography in her own work. They also talk about Ra...

After a four month hiatus, Alison is back to talk about why she decided to cancel February's Photo Native. With stepping back from the Photo Native platform and everything that went with it, Alison is back to talk about failure and if Photo Native really was that. This episode dives into why we feel like failure is bad when really it inevitable. Changing mindsets around failure in a culture th...

When I took over Photo Native last year, I had a big hole missing from the picture of Photo Native. I had been an attendee but I wasn't part of the beginnings of Photo Native. So I asked Jessie Evans, the cofounder of Photo Native to come on the podcast to tell me (and you) the origin story of how this incredible photography conference came to be. Jessie and I talk about why they chose the nam...

What a maternity session can look like varies greatly. Amy Sanusi has mastered creating images for expecting clients that are true to them. Instead of having her clients fit a specific look, Amy works at creating a connection and experience that not only rings true to the client, but makes them fall in love with the process, becoming return clients for family photos year after year. On this episod...

Therapeutical photography. Have you heard of it? Do you know where it originated or what it is used for? On this episode I interview Anouk Godbout, a French Canadian mom of three emotionally intense children who has a Masters of Social Work. Anouk explains what therapeutical photograph is, its fascinating origins, and how implementing this practice into our lives is oh so beneficial. This episode...

Starting out as a teen working the Picture People store at the mall to a thriving family photography business, Leah O'Connell's photography journey has spanned 20 years. The lessons collected along the way are something we all could learn from. Leah talks about what she learned from her past that has made her the success she is now. Leah O’Connell is a lifestyle family photographer and edu...

Amy is at the end of a divorce. A time of confusion, pain, and loss of self. In her efforts to heal from this trauma, Amy leans into her art, especially self-portraiture. After taking one specific image, Amy was able to truly see herself and step into her power. On this episode Amy and I talk about how art heals, venerability, abundance verses scarcity mentality, learning to let go so we can truly...

As adults we don't usually put time for play on our to do list, but maybe we should. On this episode, Cindy Cavanagh shares her reasons why play should be a part of every photographer's work. Leaning into personal projects to recharge and hone skills. And even using play in marketing. Don't miss this episode because You Belong! Cindy Cavanagh is an artist who seeks beauty in the ordina...