The Photographer Mindset

This episode features a discussion with photographer Chris Johnson ( @chrisj.801 ) from the PNW. Not only is Chris a fantastic photographer, but he is also the first guest on the show who works for Facebook. Working in the Reality Labs division at Facebook, we get to hear about the future of virtual and augmented reality and how that fits into social media. In this episode we learn about Chris&apo...

This episode features a discussion with UK photographer Edd Cope ( @eddcope ). Edd is a very talented photographer and a very articulate and well-spoken individual. In this episode we wrap up our 2020 and look back on what a year this has been, specifically with how COVID has affected us as photographers and individuals. We dive into the secrets of our daily routines and how certain practices have...

This episode is the fourth solo show of the podcast with host Seth Macey. In this short episode we talk about dealing with burnout, and how to deal with it by getting back to doing the things you love for your own sake. We also discuss accepting emotions as they come and how simply acknowledging their presence is the first step to diffusing their negativity. Lastly we get into the concept of makin...

In this episode I bring back my good friend and amazingly talented photographer Ian Jones ( @iansjones ) to help me tackle some listener questions and photography topics submitted to both him and I through Instagram direct message. This is volume 1 of listener questions. Keep em' coming! Make a donation via PayPal for any amount you feel is equal to the value you receive from the episodes: ht...

This episode is our first discussion with a non-photographer, but rather a social media consultant, coach and "conscious digital educator" for individuals and businesses. Lindsay ( @lindsaysganga ) has an incredible breadth of knowledge and insight into winning strategies across several different social media platforms. In this episode we get into Tik Tok and why we should definitely be...

This episode features a discussion with Toronto videographer and photographer Aryan Mojiri ( @aryanmojiri ). Aryan is incredibly knowledgable and well versed in both film and photography having worked on commercial and movie sets as both a freelance and as part of a production company. In this episode we talk about the benefits and connections you can make by going to school in either photography...

This episode features guest with Mike Kvackay ( @mkvackay ), a Colorado landscape photographer. Mike is an extremely down to earth kind of person and a very talented artist. He an avid skier as well as hiker, a big reason as to why he has captured many of the mountain ranges not as commonly seen across social media. In this episode we talk about putting in the extra work and how it's "ne...

This episode features a discussion with PNW photographer Kevin Hense who goes by the username @shreddin_kevin . Not to be too cliche, but Kevin's landscapes and nature vibes are the literal epitome of the word "moody". Check out his work and you'll see I'm not wrong. In this episode we talk about how to begin treating your eyes as a camera lens constantly whenever you&apos...

This episode features a discussion with Connor Miller ( @connormillermedia ), a new photographer and co-founder of freighting company ArdentX. Connor's story is truly inspirational. Aside from being a photographer and entrepreneur, Connor is a recovered heroin addict. His journey from rock bottom to where he's at now is extremely motivational. In this episode we talk about how practicing...

This episode features a discussion with Melissa Whellams ( @melissawhellams ), a Calgary based photographer who is definitely a jack of all trades when it comes to genres of photography. Aside from being an outstanding landscape and nature/wildlife photographer, Melissa has found success creatively and financially photographing families, real estate, and weddings as well. In this episode we chat a...

This episode features a discussion with Andy Vu ( @andyhvu ), a travel, wedding, and product photographer based out of Houston, Texas. Andy is an ICU nurse with a burning passion for photography as an avid hobbyist. Not only does this prove you'd don't need to become a "pro" to achieve great success, but you can also make good money with it as a side hustle. In this episode we...

This episode features a discussion with Mike Mala, a photographer from London, Ontario who goes by the username @mikemxlx on Instagram. Mike is a very talented shooter with incredible city nightscapes and outdoor photography. In this episode we talk about validation and the importance of self-validation as opposed to external validation. We also talk about the age of digital minimalism and why you...

This episode features the first Australian photographer on the podcast, Warren Keelan ( @warrenkeelan ), a talented seascape and water focused photographer who has won several international awards. Warren has truly found his nice genre of photography, and may be part amphibian with the amount of time he spends in the ocean with his underwater housing camera unit. In this episode we talk about why...

This episode features a discussion with Drew Hamilton ( @drewhh ), a conservationist and guide first, a photographer second. Drew has been guiding tours in Alaska for the better part of 20 years and has picked up some incredible photography skills along the way. His wildlife shots, in particularly his bears, are stunning. In this episode we learn about bear behaviour and some misconceptions about...

This episode is the third solo show of the podcast with host Seth Macey. In this episode we talk about how taking action is the first step towards achieving any big audacious goal and growing our confidence. I also share my recent experiences with meditation and how it has helped clear my mind and allowed me to make higher quality decisions. We dive into how important it is to value your time and...

This episode features a talk with Morgan Tuohy ( @morgan.tuohy ), a Colorado/ Western American photographer who is also the founder of a new ultra lightweight camera bag company called Near Zero Labs ( @nearzerolabs ). Morgan is extremely well spoken and offers insight into how to go about launching a startup step by step from idea to execution. He is also an avid hiker, a huge reason as to why he...

In this episode I chat with Hawaii underwater and landscape photographer Frank Silva ( @frank.shoots ). Frank is an all around talented photographer, but it's the underwater world he captures that is truly mind blowing to me. In this episode we get into ways that we're ensuring we're doing our best to stay locked into the present and enjoy what's in front of us. We talk about t...

This episode features a discussion with Cole Cheveldave, the podcast's first portrait photographer guest who goes by the handle @somewhat.strange on Instagram. Cole is excellent at capturing images that portray raw human emotion without excessive editing. In this episode we talk about how rewarding portrait photography is in terms of making people on the other side of the camera experience th...

In this episode we talk about surrounding yourself with credible people that are already in positions you want to be in. We also discuss the inevitability of failure and it's necessity in the journey to personal growth. We dive into how to develop and fine tune our pitches that we send off to potential new clients and brands. Lastly, Seth talks about the proper way to go about setting goals s...

This episode features a discussion with Jenny Wong ( @jdubcaptures ), a Canadian landscape, nature, and wildlife photographer. Jenny is a conservationist at heart who leverages her photos to highlight the importance of the natural world. Jenny is also a scientist who spends a large portion of her time outside on contract in the field. In this episode we talk about how the importance of including e...

This episode's discussion is with Guiie Sandgaard, an amazing landscape photographer from Denmark who goes by the handle @vikingroamer on Instagram. Guiie is the podcast's first guest east of the UK on a world map. In this episode we focus on Guiie's experience as a photo journalist and his interest in photographing world war 2 remnants, relics and ruins. We dive into the peace and...

This episode features a discussion with UK product photographer Sam East who goes by the username @bearingeast . Sam has incredible product shots with the perfect blend of character, wilderness and tale-telling. In this episode we talk about how to tell a story with your subject in both film and photography. We also discuss our methods of working backwards through the editing process to the initia...

This episode features a discussion with the second female photographer guest on the show, Nicole Zelkowitz an extremely versatile and well-rounded photographer from San Francisco who goes by the Instagram handle @avecnicole . Nicole is a Polar Pro ambassador, a Canon shooter and definitely someone with an accelerated learning curve. In this episode we talk about how immersing yourself entirely int...

This episode features a discussion with Canadian wildlife and landscape photographer Alan Poelman ( @alftown ) from Atikokan, Ontario. Alan is an extremely opportunistic photographer and someone who has simplified their process with outstanding finished results. In this episode we talk about Alan's feeling of photography being second to a fulfilling and supportive outside career. We talk abou...

This episode features a discussion with the first female photographer guest on the show, Brooke Littlebear an incredible wildlife photographer from Salt Lake City, Utah. Brooke is the insanely talented and has her work speak for herself. She also is an Olympus ambassador. In this episode we talk about Brooke's 180 degree turn from full time management job in an office to full-time wildlife ph...