The Female Photographer Podcast

What if capturing family photos wasn’t about posing perfectly—but about laughing, connecting, and truly being yourselves? In this episode, I’m joined by family photographer Aisling O’Brien , whose work is all about capturing emotive photography—full of colour, life, and energy. Aisling has a beautiful gift for telling stories through her images, and what better storyline is there than the love and...

Ever printed a photo only to be disappointed by the colors, sharpness, or overall look? In this episode, we’re talking all things printing with award-winning photographer and print expert Rachael Smith from Rāhera Creative ! 🎉 Rachael is not only an incredible fine art photographer but also the President of the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography . She’s passionate about helping pho...

AI is revolutionizing photography at an insane speed—so fast that some photographers barely pick up their cameras anymore! But what does this mean for the future of photography? Will AI-generated images replace traditional photos? In this episode, we dive deep into:  📸 The mind-blowing AI tools that go way beyond Photoshop 🤯 How some commercial photographers are creating entire shoots without a...

How to Capture Stunning Pet Photos – Tips from Pro Photographer Kirsten Hough 🐶📸 Have you ever wanted to take jaw-dropping photos of pets but struggled to get them to sit still or look at the camera? Or maybe you’re dreaming of turning your passion for pet photography into a thriving business? In this episode, I sit down with Kirsten Hough , an incredible pet photographer, to dive into the world...

Ever look back on a year and feel like you didn’t take any truly great photos, or maybe you didn't even get your camera out at all? You’re not alone! In this episode, I’m diving into why goal setting is a game-changer for anyone who wants to improve their photography and how it can help you stay inspired, improve your skills, and finally capture those share-worthy images. I’ll walk you throug...

The Long Road to Photography Success with Sarahlee Cobb Have you ever felt like success in photography is taking way longer than you expected? You’re not alone! In today’s episode, I’m joined by the incredible Sarahlee Cobb , an award-winning photographer who proves that persistence is the key to making it in this industry. Sarahlee holds a D iploma in Contemporary Photography , has been recognize...

Are you feeling stuck or uninspired in your photography? In this episode, we dive into how to push past the feeling of stagnation and tap into your creative potential. I’ll share practical tips to help you stop waiting for the perfect conditions and start taking action—even when things aren’t ideal. Whether it’s planning your next photoshoot or overcoming creative blocks, this episode will inspire...

In this episode, we dive into practical tips and strategies to capture beautiful, natural photos of your children without the usual stress. Whether you’re a busy mum trying to snap those perfect photos of your kids or a photography enthusiast looking to up your game, you’ll walk away with the confidence to take amazing photos of your kids while keeping it fun and stress-free. This week, I challeng...

Have you ever experienced flow? It's that moment where you're so immersed in what you're doing that the rest of the world melts away. What a great feeling right?! But did you know you can produce some of your best photography when you're in the flow state? But how can you tap into the flow state every time you grab your camera? In this episode you'll learn the 5 steps to g...

In this episode, we dive deep into the pressing issue of how the digital age is slowly suffocating our creativity as photographers. While technology has opened up incredible opportunities for innovation and connection, it has also introduced a constant barrage of information, notifications, and distractions that can stifle our ability to think creatively. We explore the psychological impact of bei...

Could the key to rapid improvement in your photography be something you’ve overlooked? In this episode I dive into why we get get stuck, and feel like our photography will never be as good as the photographers we look up to, and how to change that. Because I'm telling you now, your photos can be that good! I talk about my experience, and how I overcame my mediocre photo syndrome, as well as d...

Growing your confidence as a photographer is deeper than you really think it is. In this episode we dive into the secret to gaining confidence as a female photographer.

Some people say that to become a better photographer you just need to get out your camera more, take more photos. I thought the same until I challenged myself to take a photo every day. What I realised was that just taking a photo every day is not going to make you a better photographer. So I thought today I'd just have a casual chat about what I learned from the experiment, and what's r...

In this episode of the Female Photographer Podcast, I tackle the creative rut that so many photographers face. I talk about my own experiences and practical strategies that will be sure to re-ignite your passion for photography. We've all been there, but once you know what to do, a creative rut is actually pretty easy to get out of. The hardest part is often realizing you're stuck in one...

In this episode, I tell the story of one of my last photographic assignments with the Air Force, one that really stands out. The Afghanistan evacuations. I was sent over with the New Zealand Defence Force to photograph their support to the Afghanistan evacuations a few years ago. As an Air Force photographer, it was one of the most meaningful tasks I had ever been on. Listen to hear all about my e...

Have you been wondering what all the hype around mirrorless cameras is about and if they're really that different to your DSLR?In this episode I talk all about how mirrorless cameras are different from DSLR cameras, my experience with my mirrorless camera, and the pros and cons. If you're totally confused about mirrorless cameras or you're deciding if it's worth upgrading your...

I have been diving into the world of AI over the last few months, experimenting with the AI tools available to speed up my workflow in Photoshop and Lightroom. In this podcast I share what I think of AI, the scary truth about how it generates images from scratch, and my favorite AI tools for photographers. If you want to join me for my next workshop and take your photography to the next level, jum...

Newsflash... it's not enough to just know your camera inside out to nail photography. In this episode I talk about one of the key ingredients to taking mindblowing photos. Without this key ingredient, you will stay stuck and limit your growth as a photographer. If you are keen to join my next free workshop online where we'll dive deeper into what it takes to be a successful photographer,...

I went on an amazing shoot recently, shooting the army parachuting out of a C130 Hercules. But I felt the vision they wanted me to achieve was impossible. In this episode I talk about how changing my mindset produced one of my best shots ever and what you need to know when it comes to challenges that come up in your photography.

I know they say don't believe everything you see on TV, but I saw a documentary recently that gave me a bit of an "aha" moment so I wanted to share my perspective on it with you. It turns out that photography and community could help improve your health! So if you want hang out with some other cool female photographers and take some photos, click the link below to join in the next F...

How would you describe fine art photography? Would you even know where to start? In this episode I explore what fine art photography is and how to bring out your creativity and let it shine through your photos.

Wow, I was up late recording this on a Friday night. Man how my life has changed since I had kids! So if you want to join me on my Friday night, we are talking about the one thing you need to master that will help you to unleash your creativity and make your photos a million times better. Don't forget to head over to Instagram and join me to get more inspo for female photographers like you @f...

I'm always looking at life and thinking about how to get to that next goal. What I can improve on, and what's going well. They say the more you review your goals the more likely you are to achieve them. But one of the things that came up for me today was fear. I needed to go out for my morning run but was scared to go out into the wind and rain that was pounding against my front door. An...

Have you ever considered studying photography? Or Think your photography would just be better if you got a degree? Well in this episode I explore why you don't need a degree to be the best photographer in the world and what I think is more important if you want to improve your photography. If you are interested in finding out more about the Female Photographer Society and being the first to k...

Ever had that feeling where you just wish you had a new lens, new camera, or another expensive piece of kit? Yeah, me too. But deep down I know that it’s not the gear that makes a good photo. In this episode I dive into how amazing photos are created, and why you can take amazing photos even if all you have is a phone. If you've ever felt like you could be a better photographer if only you ha...