Photography Unfiltered w/ Jason Lanier

Jason and Krystal take you behind the scenes of the Charlotte and Knoxville workshops! From lighting models through the slats of a mule barn with continuous LEDs to transforming a shuttered country bar into a cinematic playground using flash, fans, and modifiers,  This episode is packed with practical photography lessons and unforgettable road stories.  Hear how the MagMod gear helped shape the sh...

What if the biggest thing holding your photography back isn't your camera, lens, or lighting—but your ability to read people? In this episode of Jason Lanier Unfiltered, Jason and Krystal recap the first stop of the Mini Masterclass Tour in Pensacola, Florida and dive deep into one of the most overlooked skills in portrait photography: understanding human body language. Too many photographers beco...

What does it REALLY take to make it as a photographer in the music and entertainment industry? In this episode of Jason Lanier Unfiltered, Jason sits down with renowned hip hop and rap photographer Ramon Piquero of R54 Photos to discuss the realities of building a career photographing some of the biggest names in music. From networking and getting your work in front of the right people, to survivi...

In November of 2025, I took one of the most unforgettable journeys of my life.  Finally visiting Egypt. From standing in the shadow of the Great Pyramids to photographing ancient temples under the stars, this adventure was so much more than a photography trip. It was a reminder of how small we are in the timeline of humanity, and how powerful it is to experience places that have stood for thousand...

What happens when you reach the top… and then lose everything? In this episode of Jason Lanier Unfiltered, I sit down with Scott Proposki to talk about something most photographers never hear about—the fall. Scott has worked with giants like HBO, National Geographic, and even the The White House. The kind of résumé most people spend a lifetime chasing. And then… it all went away. This isn’t a high...

What if the photographer you hired never actually took the photos you booked them for? In this episode, we break down the controversy surrounding Bonphotage—a story that has ignited serious conversations across the photography industry. What began as a single Reddit post quickly turned into a deep investigation by Photo Stealers, uncovering allegations of photo theft, AI-generated wedding imagery,...

What do you do when the industry you built your career in starts to disappear? In this episode, I sit down with Paul Gero to break down what it really takes to pivot, adapt, and survive as a professional photographer in a rapidly changing world. Paul’s journey began in the high-pressure world of photojournalism at the Chicago Tribune and continued through agencies like Sygma and publications inclu...

What does it take to dedicate your life to photographing the wild, and do it with purpose, integrity, and impact? In this episode, I sit down with legendary wildlife photographer Tom Murphy, a Montana-based Yellowstone photographer whose work has not only captured the soul of the natural world, but has now earned the incredible honor of being featured on a United States postage stamp. Tom shares h...

What does it really take to go from shooting weddings on the weekends… to building a full-time photography career? In this episode, Jason Lanier and his assistant Krystal sit down with emerging photography duo Rebecca and Holly for a real, unfiltered mentorship session. Rebecca and Holly have spent years learning, assisting, and growing—but now they’re ready to take their small wedding business to...

Mother Nature has a way of taking over and laying to waste your best laid plans.... The team showed up. The models were ready. Hair, makeup, and creatives all delivered. And then the environment took over. In this episode, Jason and his assistant Krystal take you deep into the Florida Everglades, where unpredictable weather, intense heat, unstable terrain, and the raw power of nature became the bi...

You can scout the perfect location. You can plan every shot. You can build the dream team. …but what happens when the people you’re counting on don’t show up, show up late, or don’t deliver? In Part 1 of this 2-part series, Jason and his assistant Krystal break down the real challenges of producing large-scale photo shoots when the human element becomes the biggest obstacle. Drawing from their int...

Photography expos and conventions can be game-changing experiences,  but only if you know how to approach them. In this episode, Jason and his assistant Krystal share behind-the-scenes stories and lessons from their recent travels speaking, networking, and creating at major photography events. They discuss the mindset needed to transition from attendee to presenter, how to build a personal brand t...

In this episode of Jason Lanier Unfiltered, Jason and his assistant Krystal dive into the behind-the-scenes story of their latest video filmed in New Orleans, where Jason tested Godox LED lights for the very first time after more than a decade of exclusively using Rotolight. Jason shares the full story about why he stopped using Rotolight, how his relationship with Godox began, and what it was lik...

In this episode, photographer Jason Lanier and his Model Assistant/Muse pull back the curtain on an unforgettable rain-soaked shoot in the legendary Muir Woods National Park. What happens when the skies open up in one of the most iconic redwood forests in the world? Instead of packing up, you lean in. Jason breaks down how he used the Godox AD300 as his off-camera flash to cut through the mist and...

In this episode of Jason Lanier Unfiltered, I sit down with my good friend Scott Porter to recap our unforgettable trip to Haines, Alaska. We went there to photograph grizzly bears hunting for salmon along the Chilkoot River, and the experience delivered more than we ever imagined. From discussing the gear that got us the shots, to safety tips for navigating bear country, to the dynamics of workin...

In this episode, I sit down with my buddy and fellow photographer Scott, and we hit record on a no-holds-barred talk that feels like you're right there with us on the road in Skagway, Alaska. We share stories as to what it's like to work in this crazy and remote place… to navigating the unpredictable world of photography, dealing with celebrity clients including one unforgettable encounter with Bi...

In this episode, Jason discusses the ever-evolving landscape of photography gear, particularly focusing on Sony's latest camera release, the RX1R Mark III. He expresses his concern that this new model, priced at over $5,000, is out of touch with the average photographer's needs and represents a waste of money for most, highlighting a trend of camera companies releasing niche products or minor upda...

In this special AMA (Ask Me Anything) episode of the Jason Lanier Photography Unfiltered Podcast, I answer a flood of questions straight from you—my audience. We go deep into: 📸 How AI is changing the photography game 🚁 My current favorite DJI drones 🎒 Must-have gear and camera setups 🧠 Mental discipline and my personal weight loss journey 🎤 Plus some real talk on career, creativity, and stay...

The "Jason Lanier Unfiltered" podcast is where real talk meets raw creativity, offering unfiltered conversations about photography, life, and the wild journey in between. Host Jason Lanier invites people he works with to share their experiences, making for enlightening and fun discussions. In this particular episode, Jason speaks with model Krystal Kadaver, who has been modeling since she was 18 a...

Episode 33- Learn how to find, set up shoots, and work with models in this episode that features an interview that Jason does with Sophia Baser, a New Orleans based model that he has worked with for many years. Jason and Sophia discuss some of the pitfalls to avoid as well as some great tips to add to your arsenal when you are looking to start working more with models for your photography work. Th...

In Episode 32, Jason brings on his 3 adult sons who are at the very beginning stages of their photography careers to discuss some of the key steps of starting your career as a photographer. They discuss some of the anxiety, fears, hopes, goals and dreams of what it will take to become a successul creative and content creator. It's a hard business to make a full time living and Jason is sharing his...

Episode 31- Ask ME ANYTHING! This podcast features Jason speaking with a group of photographers online at the conclusion of one of his livestream sessions where he opens the forum for them to ask him anything related to the world of photography. The answers are raw, true and there's a lot of fun thrown in there as well. Topics include: *How To NOT burn out *When to shoot for yourself vs. for a cli...

In Episode 30, join Jason to learn his tips and tricks for shooting with LED Lighting Outdoors During Daytime Hours for Optimal Results. This is a presentation that he livestreamed on Zoom and Youtube where he takes questions at the end of the presentation from the listening audience. Topics addressed in this episode include: Changes and Innonvations in LED Technology Differences in using traditio...

It's been a YEAR since I've released a podcast and that's because my life is SO CRAZY!! So this podcast is a reflection of me finding more balance in my life so I can get back to things like the podcast as well as doing all of the other work that I have to do PLUS manage my personal life. Everything we do in this life comes at a cost both financially, personally and professionally. So, this is wha...

Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life...is a LIE. I have my dream job, and there are still many things I hate about being a photographer. So I've outlined the top 10 things here and most importantly what I do to cope with them to achieve success.