The Beginner Photography Podcast

#261 Alex Vita is a photographer turned web designer for photographers. After more than 10 years and hundreds of happy photographers Alex shares some of the most common mistakes, he sees from photographers starting out with their first website and shares why you need a website, even if you’re not in business. In This Episode You'll Learn: Alex’s Roots in photography How Alex transitioned into...

#260 Justin Anderson is a Manatoba Canada based landscape astro photographer. Justin works by day and chases the beautiful aurora by night. In this interview Justin shares some of his best tips for getting out and capturing the night sky. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Justin got started in astrophotography What Justin struggled with most when learning Why Justin loves shooting astrophotog...

#259 Dorie Howell is a Northern Virginia Portrait Photographer specializing in Family and Newborn images. Dorie has been running a successful portrait business for more than a decade and today talks about how to trust your own instincts as a photographer and capture beautiful and honest photos. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Dorie got started in photography Why Dorie loves capturing portra...

#258 When just getting started in photography we can quickly find ourselves in situations where we feel over our heads and which can leave us feeling defeated and break down our confidence. Whether your shooting your first paid shoot or simply wish to be more proficient, in this interview I break down 3 elements to building more confidence while youre behind the camera. In This Episode You'll...

#257 Huy Nguyen is a photojournalist turned wedding photographer who spend more than 15 years taking chances at weddings to produce some of the most raw and authentic images of a wedding day. Upset that the wedding industry didn’t have a location for brides to find fearless documentary wedding photographers for their wedding day, he created Fearless Photographers. A place that highlights some of t...

#256 Brad Smith is a photo editor with more than 35 years of experience working for some of the most notable publications including Sports Illustrated, The New York Times, WWE, and The White House. Today Brad shares what it takes to build and craft a stand-out portfolio! In This Episode You'll Learn: What is a Photo Editor How Brad got started in photography The Elements of a great portfolio...

Magda Stolte is a New Jersey based photographer who has been shooting every day since 2018 and has been a pillar of strength and encouragement in the Beginner Photography Podcast Community since joining. The images that she captures of her life and children are intentional and inspiring and Magda shares exactly what makes her photos so dreamy. Resources: Follow Magda on Instagram Check out LensBab...

#255 Anna Harvingston is an Erie PA based documentary family photographer and contestant on Hulu’s photography competition show “Exposure”. Today we talk about her experience on the show, the challenges she faced shooting ONLY on a phone, and how her photography has already evolved since being on the show. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Anna got started in photography How Anna was picked a...

#254 Matt McGee is a Nashville Tennesee based Underwater Fashion Photographer. Matt works with models underwater to create beautiful dreamlike and ethereal images. Today Matt talks about the challenges of working with models underwater, how to create a vision for your image, and easy ways you can dip your toes in and get started. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Matt got started in underwate...

#253 Summer is here and that means there’s an abundance of memories to capture and save. Today I’m going to share the 4 elements to capturing better summer memories to remember for years to come without being hyper-focused on the camera. The 4 Elements of Capturing Better Summer Memories #1 Prepare: Theres a fine line between capturing everything and being present in the summertime activities. Tha...

#252 Ramzi Mansour is a Cape Town South Africa-based Portrait and Fashion photographer with a strong focus on the classic look of black and white portraits. Today Ramzi talks about uncovering the true beauty within your subject to capture an image you’ll be able to connect with for a lifetime. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Ramzi got started in photography The struggles of learning photogr...

#251 Rachel Greiman is a Denver based documentary family photographer and copywriter for photographers . Over the years Rachel has helped hundreds of photographers to craft words on their websites that stand out rather than blend in. Today Rachel shares some tips for family photography and copywriting for photographers. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Rachel got started in photography The h...

Quincy Worthington is a Munster Indiana-based photographer who has become a staple in the Beginner Photography Podcast community for his quick wit and helpful advice. Still new on his own photography journey Quincy share how hes able to learn and adjust quickly to take better photos. Resources: Quincy’s Website Find Quincy on Instagram Join The Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group! Free Lig...

#250 Angie Rose and Gina Brocker are Boston Massachusetts-based Wedding Photographers with an eye for the moment. Having shot hundreds of weddings they know first hand what it takes to capture beautiful moments and how to create a space for moments to happen in front of the camera. In today’s interview they share just how they are able to reveal the narrative of a wedding day. In This Episode You&...

#249 Dina Goldstein began her career 30 years ago as a photojournalist, evolving from a documentary and editorial photographer into an independent artist focusing on large-scale productions of narrative photography tableaux. Goldstein’s work has been the subject of academic essays and dissertations and has been covered extensively in media around the globe. Goldstein continues to independently pro...

#248 This week I talk about how having a beginner’s mindset will set you up best for success and continued growth in your photography journey. I break down 4 tips that will help you stay as much of a beginner as long as possible. Tip 1: Do the Opposite Go against what you’ve been told to try something new. Use a wide angle lens and get close to your subject or use a telephoto lens and get really f...

#247 Steven’s Wallace is a Banff and destination wedding photographer with a passion for film photography. Today we talk about Steven’s love of film, why the film vs digital debate is garbage, and great tips for new photographer looking to get started in film photography. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Steven got into photography What Steven struggled with most in the beginning and how he...

#246 Miquel Quiles is a portrait and beauty photographer, educator, and Sony Artisan. Miquel has a unique style of both photography and education. Miquel can break down complex photography topics into easy-to-understand bite-sized chunks that anyone can learn from. Today Miguel and I talk about the struggles of being a photographer and how to slow down and make it simple. In This Episode You'...

Jim Sinicki is a Milwaukee WI based family and senior portrait photographer. After more than 2 years in the Beginner Photography Podcast Community, Jim has carved out his own space for sharing and helping others. In this interview, Jim and I talk about how he got stared, why he loves photography so much, and how his work has changed in a short amount of time. Resources: Jim’s photography website F...

#245 Phillip and Eileen Blume have spoken on the photography world’s biggest stages about helping photographers earn a living with their camera. After a rocky start in photography that almost bankrupted them, they discovered how powerful the mini session could be when just starting out and even in an established photography business. Today Phillip shares what they did for his business and what it...

#244 Scott Strazzate is a Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist with more than 30 years of experience shooting for publications like the Chicago Tribune and the San Francisco Chronicle. Scotts Book “Common Ground” is a 2 decades-long exploration of a piece of land that transitioned from Homestead Farm to Sprawling Suburbs. Today we talk about the long-term project, what to look out for, and ideas...

#243 In this episode of the podcast I break down the top 3 ways you can get to know your camera better to be best prepared for them the moment arises. In This Episode You'll Learn: Read the Manual - Learn things you never knew your camera was capable of! Spend a few hours with the camera shooting - Get to know the tool you use to capture the world and blur the line between visualization and c...

#242 Vanessa Joy is an award-winning wedding photographer with more than 20 years in business. In 2020 she was named one of Canons Explorers of Light. An exclusive position reserved for photographers who have dedicated their lives to the craft. Today she talks about how she almost chose a different career path and what it was that brought her back to photography. Episode Timeline: Vanessa describe...

Eung Ju Kim (Sean) has become a staple in the Beginner Photography Podcast community since buying his camera in early 2018. Since then he has been sharing his work and it continues to develop and advance. His landscapes and beach scenes are simple and relaxing. Today we talk about what photography means to him and his plans to progress is photography in the future.   Key Takeaways: Starting his ph...

#241 James Patrick is a Phoenix AZ-based commercial and fitness photographer. He has shot more than 500 magazine covers and today we break down what makes a cover photo unique and how to capture the concept. Episode Timeline: James narrates how he began his photography career. What was the main source of your photography education? How do you handle the concern that someone may take your photograp...