The Beginner Photography Podcast

#345 Chrystofer Davis, is a documentary film street photographer in Newark New Jersey. His work has been shared in the Metropolitan Museum, the Schomburg, and the Newark Museum. Hes able to connect with his subjects quickly have them relax and then take a portrait of them. In this interview Chrystofer shares how he got started in photography at a young age. Through a memorable experience with his...

#344 This is Part 1 of my 10 part Photography Manifesto series. In this episode we cover photography manifesto rule number 1, The Goal of Photography is to Enrich the Human Experience. I share with you the importance of photography, the difference between a document and art, and of course HOW you can best make an impact with your photography! To hear the full Photography Manifesto overview episode...

#343 Dorie Howell has been shooting for years and has seen a lot of photographers who struggle to trust themselves. So today she's going to share some tips for you on how to listen to that artists voice inside you and then actually do the thing! She also shares a great story of how she got.. uncooperative subjects to open up and create an amazing image. Also, because Dorie has been in busines...

#342 Damien Lovegrove, a BBC trained lighting expert and photographer, joins the Beginner Photography Podcast to talk about his experience with camera movements, lighting, and framing. He explains how he got interested in photography and how he captured stunning shots on film. Damien then shares his process for capturing light and shares how he learned about shutter speed and aperture. He also ela...

#341 You have photo questions, I want to answer them for you here on the show. Whenever you have a question about photography, day or night, 24 hours a day 7 days a week, head to https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa , and send me your questions. After shooting for more than a decade and interviewing 300+ world class photographers, its time to share some of that practical information with you! Todays Qu...

#340 Julie Christie is a family photographer turned mastermind behind The Photographers Voice. In this interview Julie discusses the importance of keeping things simple when beginning a photography business. She shares her personal experiences of growing up enthralled by photographs but needing time and persistence to understand the technical side of photography and professionally recognize it. Th...

#339 Today on the Beginner Photography podcast, Brad McMillan is being interviewed about his experience in photography, from having a portfolio of different genres of photos to his background of being a wildland firefighter for eight years and driving a tow truck for 12 years. He explains what first inspired him to take photos and remembers the trip he took in grade nine taking the 35mm point and...

#338 Marc Silber is a five time return guest and photography author of the new book Create: Overcoming Fear to Unleash Your Creativity . Today Marc shares with us how fear can stop us from being our most creative self as a photographer and how to overcome it. Mark also talks about journaling and how he practices visualization when taking photos and how mornings are the best time for him to be crea...

#337 In todays interview we are talking with contemporary art photographer Chris Grunder Contemporary art does not mean the same thing to 2 different people. If you don't know much about it, it can seem vague. Chris teaches photography as Sonoma State University and he is the co owner of Bass and Rainer a contemporary art gallery in San Francisco. So who better than Chris to give us a proper...

#336 Jasmine Blais is a wedding and lifestyle photographer based out of Prince Albert Saskatchewan. If you have been thinking about dipping your toes into the world of wedding photography,  Jasmine is here today to help you figure out what you need and what you need to know before taking your first booking. Jasmine Blais also talks about how to get started with booking weddings for the new year. S...

#335 Gaining confidence as a photographer comes down to things and none of them have to do with the camera. You will naturally get comfortable with the camera as time goes on. Confidence 3 things.  #1 Prep A wise man once said that failing to prepare is preparing to fail. That couldn’t be more true than in photography. If you want to start taking photos with intention you need to know your gear an...

#334 It's 2023 and that means it's time for a fresh start. This year we don't have resolutions, we have a manifesto. A set of rules to live your life by as a photographer. Download a printable version of the manifesto at - https://beginnerphotopod.com/rules The Beginner Photography Podcast Photography Manifesto The point of photography is to enrich the human experience To be a half...

#333 Each month I sit down and have a conversation with a fellow member of the beginner photography podcast community. These are people just like you. Most are new to photography and dealing with those struggles that most of the other guest I interview on the show, just kind of gloss over. The goal of these interviews is to show you that whatever you're dealing with right now, you're not...

In this very special bonus episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I answer your photo questions! To get your photography questions answered in future episodes of the podcast head to https://www.beginnerphotographypodcast.com/contact and ask now! Questions: What did I learn from photography that I wouldnt have otherwise. What are some good ideas for a first photo project? How to use flash and...

#332 This year you downloaded the Beginner Photography Podcast more than 600,000 times! Thats more than 38 consecutive years of photo education! In this part 2 episode, I take the best lessons from the most downloaded interviews of the year and compile them into this mega photography education extravaganza!  Photographers featured in this episode: Joe McNally Terri Baskin Dan Milnor Annemie Tonken...

#331 This year you downloaded the Beginner Photography Podcast more than 600,000 times! Thats more than 38 consecutive years of photo education! In this part 1 episode, I take the best lessons from the most downloaded interviews of the year and compile them into this mega photography education extravaganza!  Photographers featured in this episode: Jason Matias Valerie Jardin Ave Pildas Lissa Chand...

#330 In this weeks episode of the podcast I take you with me to my last wedding of the year. I walk you through how I get ready, what I do before I walk in, I let you hear me pose the guys, photograph the dress, ceremony, bridal portraits, and then we wrap the day with lessons learned. If you shoot weddings don’t miss this episode! In what is the last wedding of the year, I share my routine for th...

#329 Evan Tanaka is a Los Angeles based product photographer who has had a meteoric rise in success since starting his photography studio. Tanaka didn't set out initially to be a photographer but picked up the craft when starting his own athleisure brand. He was teaching himself how to take photos and received his first job even though it was not paid. Tanaka goes on to discuss his creative j...

Happy Thanksgiving week!  This is a special bonus episode from the BPP vault.  In this interview you will hear from professional photographers Nick Church, Matt Payne, and Andrew Hellmich who will each share their best tips on how to get started in photography! Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www. DeliverPhotos.com Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www. DeliverPhoto...

#328 Tracy Kirkland is a boudoir photographer who found it difficult to grow her business when social media would keep taking down her photos. Tracy has went on to build a 7 figure boudoir photography business without having to rely on positing her photos on social to attract clients. Tracy shares the fine line images must tow and the way to get started in boudoir photography, and provide tips abo...

Zenia Monteagudo is a member of the BPP community who has been photographing concerts for quite some time and is now looking into transitioning into family portrait photography with a emphasis on candid moments. In this interview we talk about breaking into concert photography, dealing with self doubt, and having endless curiosity with what to shoot.  Resources: Follow Zenia on Instagram! Join The...

#327 Gerard Exupery is a New York street photographer that has been shooting since the mid 1970’s. In that time Gerard has captured a number of compelling and dynamic images of life in New York. After publishing his first book '“ Subway ”, Gerard is back again with his new book “ Women Hold Up Half The Sky ”. In this interview we talk about the process of finding a story, selecting images, im...

#326 In todays episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast a magical wormhole opens up revealing a time machine tape recorder allowing me to send a messages and advice to my younger self. So here are the 6 pieces of advice I give to my younger self.  Pick something and stick with it Your Canon 40D is not whats holding you back You’re not the star of the wedding day The “one thing” never changes ev...

#325 Anna Gabriel is a Fine Art Portrait Photographer who’s new book, Eye-D offers a unique and close up look at some of the worlds biggest celebrities. From Jonny Depp, Susan Sarandon, Mick Fleetwood, Peter Gabriel and more. In this interview Anna talks about the power of your eyes and how we are able to understand someones feelings and thoughts just by taking a closer look at their eyes. She sha...

#324 Pete Souza, former Chief White House Photographer, speaks with Raymond Hatfield on the Beginner Photography Podcast about what led him to photography and his journey from sports writer to photographer. Hear stories from Souza’s time taking photos of two presidential administrations and how he captured the first digital portrait of a sitting president. Be sure to check out Souza’s new book, Th...