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Photofocus Roundtable: "Stampede!" with Julie Vincent and Jeff Cruz09 Nov 202301:14:26

Welcome to the Photofocus Roundtable Podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on our minds. This month, we are joined by Julie Vincent and Jeff Cruz where we talk about some new gear, how we've found inspiration, camera stores, and more.

Thank you to Photomatix for sponsoring. You can try the original application for High Dynamic Range Photography for free.

YouTube recommendations

We all learn from the internet these days. We used to say that if you want to learn something, Google it. Now, we say YouTube it. So, what is a great YouTube channel that you like to learn from? What you would recommend to our listeners?

Show notes About your hosts

Jeff Cruz is a Calgary lens-based artist known for creating abstract and surreal photographs by incorporating time and movement into his images. The attraction to a Jeff Cruz photograph is similar to the attraction of a Colour Field painting; an abstract style that emerged in New York City during the post-war era. Jeff’s work places less emphasis on location in favor of color and form. The color and camera movements create the subject. Jeff’s long-term project of photographing electronic music events, the evolution of raves to music festivals has been a passion of his for over 3 decades. He currently is the digital director for a phone repair and accessories company, CaseMogul which allows him to utilize his creative talents.

Julie Vincent is a Calgary-based real estate and events photographer, and exhibiting artist. Her exhibition projects explore the relationships and struggles between humans and environment, and how those relationships are influenced by culture. Since 2018, Julie has been following Indian Relay around southern Alberta, and into the US, with her colleague and spouse, Jason Lawrence. Julie’s exhibitions include a six-year-long, international street photography project, Tripping the Streets Fantastic, and INDIAN. RELAY., an exhibition of extreme Indigenous sport, which introduces relay, and also provides a discussion of terminology. This exhibition was first mounted in Calgary in 2018, and has since travelled to Tokyo, Osaka, Hokkaido, Washington DC, and in 2024 to Dallas TX. Julie’s influences are Mary Ellen Mark, Diane Arbus, and local street photographer, Brian Visser.

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Photofocus Q&A Show :: October 26th, 202326 Oct 202300:48:39

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer listeners but with many of their own takes and perspectives — as we do!

In this episode we talk about the results of upgrading an operating system too early, using off-camera flash, neon signs, plus our first-ever Pop Quiz.

Send us your questions for the Q&A Show at photofocus.com/questions.

 

Thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography. Download and try the new Photomatix Pro 7 free.

 

About your hosts

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Photofocus Q&A Show:: June 1st, 202301 Jun 202301:04:43

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer questions about night photography, including betas with Artificial Intelligence, new gear and filters.

Send us your questions for the Q&A Show at photofocus.com/questions

Also thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography. Download and try the new Photomatix Pro 7 free.

About your Hosts

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Roundtable: "Branding Canadians" with Barbara Dobbyn19 May 202301:12:40

Welcome to the Photofocus Roundtable Podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on our minds. This month, we have an open talk about branding experience and ideas since we have Barbara who specializes in that.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

YouTube recommendations

We all learn from the internet these days. We used to say that if you want to learn something, Google it. Now, we say YouTube it. So, what is a great YouTube channel that you like to learn from? What you would recommend to our listeners? 

About your hosts

Barbara Dobbyn is the owner of Barbara Anne Photography in Nanaimo, located on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. She has been studying portrait photography since 2010 and gave up her corporate career in 2020 to pursue her passion for the transformative nature of portrait photography full-time. She firmly believes in lifelong learning to Master her craft and has been a student of The Portrait Masters since 2017 attaining the coveted status of Accredited Associate Photographer last year. The root of her personal philosophy is the deep belief that portraits are not a one size fits all process. Each person who honors her by stepping in front of her lens deserves to exist in portraits that tell their own unique stories. In May 2023 she was awarded the Nanaimo Best Business Award for Creative Services, recognizing her commitment to excellence in business development and her passion for client service excellence.

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Photofocus Q&A Show:: David Deal Returns04 May 202301:13:36

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto welcome back David Deal. This is the kind of discussion that many photographers would like to have with a lawyer.

Send us your questions for the Q&A Show at photofocus.com/questions

Also thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography. Download and try the new Photomatix Pro 7 free.

 

About your Hosts

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Roundtable: "Droning On" with Dave Wilson and Drew Armstrong21 Apr 202301:12:29

Welcome to the Photofocus Roundtable Podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on our minds.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Show Notes

YouTube Recommendations

We all learn from the internet these days.  We used to say that if you want to learn something, Google it. Now, we say YouTube it. So, what is a great YouTube channel that you like to learn from? What you would recommend to our listeners? 

About your hosts

Dave Wilson

Dave Wilson is a professional software engineer, occasionally-professional photographer, and recent drone convert.

Drew Armstrong

Drew Armstrong, Broker, Armstrong, Flinders & Associates Realtors PLLC

ABR, GRI, CRS, CSP, ePro, CLHMS, SFR

#1 Resale Real Estate Team Countywide 2000-NOW 

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Photofocus Q&A Show:: April 6th, 202306 Apr 202300:50:55

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto agree and disagree about things like:

  • Pixel Shifting
  • Image Format talk: TIFF vs. DNG (vs. JPG)
  • Auto-leveling tripod: Would we get one?
  • Photofocus.com's Question of the Week

Send us your questions for the Q&A Show at photofocus.com/questions

Also thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography.  Download and try the new Photomatix Pro 7 free.

 

Shownotes

 

About your Hosts

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Roundtable: "French Pivot" with Joel Klassen23 Mar 202301:03:50

Welcome to the Photofocus Roundtable Podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on our minds.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

YouTube Recommendations

We all learn from the internet these days.  We used to say that if you want to learn something, Google it. Now, we say YouTube it. So, what is a great YouTube channel that you like to learn from? What you would recommend to our listeners? 

Rob’s Recommendation: https://www.youtube.com/@damiencooper

Ron’s Recommendation: https://www.youtube.com/@HeresyFinancial

Joel’s Recommendation: https://www.youtube.com/@thefutur

About your hosts

Joel Klassen is an architectural and interior design photographer residing in Calgary, working across Canada and North America. His reputation is built on his ability to create images that elicit an emotional response, and the belief that each interaction should be professional and delightful.

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Photofocus Q&A Show:: March 9th, 202309 Mar 202301:24:49

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto stay overtime while we answer questions about:

  • How much do you spend on subscriptions in your business?
  • Any tips on how to get the perfect white balance?
  • Is re-sharing on social media any kind of infringement?
  • Long exposure noise reduction

Send us your questions for the Q&A Show at photofocus.com/questions

Also thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography.  Download and try the new Photomatix Pro 7 free.

Roundtable: "Doodoir" with Angela Andrieux and Steve Rolfe23 Feb 202301:04:05

Welcome to the Photofocus Roundtable Podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on our minds. This month, we discuss street photography, boudoir photography and Steve's experience in publishing his new book.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Art that isn't photography shownotes: About your hosts

Angela Andrieux is a Southern California-based fine art photographer and photography coach who loves helping others organize, edit, and protect their photos. With more than 15 years in the photography industry, Angela has become known for helping people understand complicated, and often confusing technology. As a photography coach, Angela helps people learn how to use technology to stay organized, protect their media libraries, and share their unique style through creative photo editing. You can follow her on her website or Instagram.

Steve Rolfe is a professional photographer based in the UK, covering street, creative, commercial and boudoir photography since 2014. Steve recently published a new book called Small World available here.

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Photofocus Q&A Show:: February 9th, 202309 Feb 202300:52:41

In this episode of the Q&A ShowRon Pepper and Rob Moroto answer these questions:

  • Tripods to consider
  • Should one get a printed portfolio?
  • Do we need more than one camera?
  • What's the biggest mistake we've seen made by photographers?
Show notes:

 

Also thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography, with version 7 coming soon!

Roundtable: "Right in Camera" with Erin Holmstead26 Jan 202301:13:12

Welcome to the Photofocus Roundtable podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on the minds of our panel. This month, our panel talks about using colored light in portrait photography, both strobe and constant, along with the people skills used in our careers. We also touch on how to find ideas for online content to promote our businesses.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Shownotes: About your hosts

Erin Holmstead is a beauty and commercial portrait photographer, and is crazy about a creative self portrait. Erin has had the privilege of working with national brands like Paul Mitchel. She runs a local photo club with over 1,000 members, and has written educational articles for Photofocus for the last 5 years.  Here find her website and Instagram.

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Roundtable: "Ring Eclipse" with Christy Turner and Jeff Sullivan12 Oct 202301:24:35

Welcome to the Photofocus Roundtable Podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on our minds. This month, we are joined by Christy Turner and Jeff Sullivan where we talk about new AI elements in Adobe's software, photography mistakes to avoid, and building on the eclipses happening this week and next year.

Thank you to Photomatix for sponsoring. You can try the original application for High Dynamic Range Photography for free.

YouTube recommendations

We all learn from the internet these days. We used to say that if you want to learn something, Google it. Now, we say YouTube it. So, what is a great YouTube channel that you like to learn from? What you would recommend to our listeners?

Show notes About your hosts

Great Basin School of Photography co-founder Jeff Sullivan was the winner of the 2011 International Astronomy Photographer of the Year "People and Space" special prize. A dark sky advocate and avid time-lapse astrophotographer, his webite is ranked as a “Top 30 Astrophotography Blog.” Author of the 320-page guidebook “Photographing California Vol. 2 - South,” he has been named a “Top 100 Travel Photographer in the World.” Jeff entered the field of digital imaging in 1984, while earning his Computer Science degree from U.C. Berkeley.

NASA Citizen scientist &  IT consultant Christy Turner has a love for the night skies, weather, nature and people. Internationally published writer and content creator, Christy deeply  enjoys telling the fascinating stories behind the photos.  Her photo of the aurora from an airplane in 2014 landed her on CNN, and Christy completed a certificate from University of Calgary in Integrated Digital Media in 2022.  She has traveled to 74 countries and in 2018 was chosen to photograph a biodynamic wine harvest at Chateau Pontet Canet in Bordeaux, France.  From weddings in South Africa to elopements in Bragg Creek, Alberta, Christy loves to travel, stare at the skies, and be behind her Nikon.

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Photofocus Q&A Show:: January 19th, 202319 Jan 202300:57:27

In this episode of the Q&A ShowRon Pepper and Rob Moroto answer these questions:

  • With inflation being so high, is it the right time to increase prices? Or is it advantageous to keep prices low?
  • Can you explain why the wide lens makes portraits make faces look fat?
  • Hey guys, I listened to your podcast, and you mentioned AI making photos. Do you guys use AI for your work? Specifically, do you use openAI? 
Show notes:

Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, Tamron. Check out the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. This compact, lightweight zoom's fast autofocus and close object distance lets you get the shots you need, whether you're shooting wide or at a standard range.

Also thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography, with version 7 coming soon!

Roundtable: "Seasoning the Pitch" with Wayne Chasan and Richard Raul22 Dec 202201:23:20

We welcome you to the Photofocus Roundtable podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on the minds of our panel. This month, we end the year by saying goodbye to the old with, "Grace, Gratitude and Good Riddance." We share what we do when asked to photograph something out of your specialty. Then we end by bringing in the new with some ideas about starting the new year in the photo business.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Art that isn't Photography Shownotes: About your hosts

Wayne Chasan is an American living in Spain for decades and creating stunning commercial work, check out his print shop site here.

Richard Raul Guarneros is a product of 30 + years in the offset printing industry, 25 as a print shop owner where quality control was vital to the final product. Check out his work and his workshops on this website.

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Photofocus Q&A Show :: December 15, 202215 Dec 202201:17:40

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto are asking the questions.

We've combined listeners' legal questions and are joined by photographer and lawyer David Deal who specializes in copyright law.

Join us to learn about some legal terms that photographers should know, and how to start to protect yourself. And it's not just for US photographers.

Link to Copyright Office

 

Send us your questions at: www.photofocus.com/questions or email us at questions@photofocus.com

 

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode:

Tamron. Check out the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. This compact, lightweight zoom's fast autofocus and close object distance lets you get the shots you need, whether you're shooting wide or at a standard range.

Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography, with version 7 coming soon!

Photofocus Q&A Show :: December 8, 202208 Dec 202201:22:33

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer these questions:

  • Why should anyone update to a new OS or version of PS knowing that they are always full of bugs?
  • What places to you guys recommend for big prints, especially “Gallery Wraps?”
  • I want to give my clients a gift for Christmas but I don’t know if giving away a free shoot will just devalue my product. What should I do? 
  • What is the most underrated or overlooked winter photography tip you can share?
  • Does anyone actually use f/22?

Send us your questions at: www.photofocus.com/questions or email us at questions@photofocus.com

 

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode:

Tamron. Check out the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. This compact, lightweight zoom's fast autofocus and close object distance lets you get the shots you need, whether you're shooting wide or at a standard range.

Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography, with version 7 coming soon!

Roundtable: "Crime & Cameras" with Levi Sim24 Nov 202201:09:54

We welcome you to the Photofocus Roundtable podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on the minds of our panel. This month, we talk about a daylight robbery of a photographer, about how some consider crimes against drones, and then switch to some holiday tips.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Joining us is Photofocus author Levi Sim. We were inspired by his article about holiday get-togethers and how to avoid strife created by getting a photo just right. The panel's take on the subjects can sometimes be outside the box, sharing what it's like to be a photographer from their distinct paths.

Levi Sim is passionate about making photographs and helping others make their pictures better, too. He has his dream job as a photographer for Utah State University, and makes portraits for editorial and commercial use, product shots, action pictures, and landscapes in one of the most beautiful places in the world. You can see more of his work on Instagram.

Shownotes: About your hosts

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

 

Roundtable: "Vaya Con Dios Bryan!" with Bryan Esler and Michael Ryno19 Oct 202201:05:41

We welcome you to the Photofocus Roundtable podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics to get your photography moving. This month, Photofocus author Michael Ryno joins your hosts Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto, with guest co-host Bryan Esler.

In this episode our panel talks about the updates announced at Adobe MAX, Bryan's focus on event photography, Infrared imaging and more on fall photos.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Do you have questions for our Q&A show? Go ahead and send text or audio questions to us here: photofocus.com/questions or email us at questions@photofocus.com.

Shownote links from the talk:

Links to several articles about autumn photos:

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Bryan Esler is a photographer specializing in capturing corporate events, food/drink and advertising imagery. Based in Grand Rapids, MI, he has worked with clients such as CNBC, Michigan State University, ArtPrize, Grand Rapids Magazine and more. His work has also been featured by Delta Airlines, The New York Times, Politico, NBC, Microsoft and Pure Michigan.

Michael Ryno is a certified professional photographer based in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Michael enjoys landscape, wildlife and nature photography and always brings his standard Nikon Z7 II camera and infrared converted Nikon Z5 cameras with him during travel and hiking adventures. He is often accompanied by his wonderful wife Lori and his German Shepherd. Michael is actively involved with multiple camera clubs and is currently the President of Professional Photographers of Colorado and was President of Lone Tree Photography Club during 2020 and 2021.

 

Photofocus Q&A Show :: October 13, 202213 Oct 202200:53:41

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer questions about:

  • Rainy recommendations
  • Shooting for the moon
  • Camera bags for tight situations

Send us your questions at: photofocus.com/questions

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode:

Tamron. Check out the Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. This compact, lightweight zoom's fast autofocus and close object distance lets you get the shots you need, whether you're shooting wide or at a standard range.

Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography, with version 7 coming soon!

Shownotes:

Photofocus Q&A Show :: September 29, 202229 Sep 202201:20:14

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Colin Smith answer listener questions about composition, NFTs and AI Art, iPhone 14, and Selections in PS.

 

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode:

Tamron. Check out the Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. The first all-in-one zoom starting at an aperture of f/2.8, this revolutionary lens offers performance plus versatility.

Also thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography, with version 7 coming soon!

Roundtable: "It's called *autumn*" with Lauri Novak and Dave Wilson22 Sep 202201:05:52

We welcome you to the Photofocus Roundtable podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics to get your photography moving. This month, Photofocus author Lauri Novak joins your hosts Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto, with guest co-host Dave Wilson.

In this episode our panel talks about photography in the autumn season, but first we discuss some attitudes about mobile vs. 'real' camera photos, and some of our experiences with different kinds of workshop leaders — with some focus on Frank Lloyd Wright houses.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Do you have questions for our Q&A show? Go ahead and send text or audio questions to us here: photofocus.com/questions or email us at questions@photofocus.com.

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Lauri Novak is an award-winning fine art photographer, mentor, photo tour leader and author based outside of Chicago. She has an eye for photographing architecture, traveling as much as possible and just wandering in nature with her camera.

Dave Wilson hails from Scotland but has spent most of the last 30 years photographing in and around Austin, TX. He pays his mortgage and kids’ college fees by writing software but spends a large percentage of his remaining time photographing local events, motorsport, rodeo and the University of Texas Longhorn Band.

The most impactful lessons from Mind Your Own Business08 Sep 202200:34:04

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today Skip and I cover the most impactful lessons we've learned over the years hosting The Mind Your Own Business podcast.

In this episode, we chat about how the Mind Your Own Business podcast got started, and some of the most impactful lessons that have stood out to us. This includes lessons from Joe McNally on the importance of reading, Ann Geddes on giving back, Kay Eskridge on how vital it is to have balance in your life, Scott Bourne on how you should share what's in your heart, David Trust on the importance of staying positive, Myron Fields on the power of legacy, and more! Get ready to be inspired!

About your hosts

Skip Cohen is president and founder of SkipCohenUniversity.com, founder of Marketing Essentials International and past president of Rangefinder Publishing and WPPI. He's been an active participant in the professional side of photography since joining Hasselblad USA in 1987 as president.  He has co-authored six books on photography and actively supports dozens of projects each year involving photographic education.

Chamira Young loves helping fellow photographers improve their businesses via the Pro Photographer Journey Podcast. You can also find her photography portfolio at ChamiraStudios.com and her art at ArtbyChamira.com. She will readily admit it: She’s an art nerd and photographer with an obsession for creativity and productivity!

Photofocus Q&A Show :: September 28, 202328 Sep 202300:59:28

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer listeners but with many of their own takes and perspectives — as we do!

This is a special episode where we get to talk to an expert on generative AI, and ask as many questions as we can fit in the hour.

Listen for some gems from Coco Mao, Co-founder and CEO of  https://openart.ai (not sponsored)

Send us your questions for the Q&A Show at photofocus.com/questions.

Thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography. Download and try the new Photomatix Pro 7 free.

 

About your hosts

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Photofocus Q&A Show :: September 1, 202201 Sep 202200:56:29

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Jeff Sullivan answer questions about lens profiles, super-zoom lenses and photo contests. Plus, they give some fall photography tips.

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode:

Tamron. Check out the Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. The first all-in-one zoom starting at an aperture of f/2.8, this revolutionary lens offers performance plus versatility.

Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography, with version 7 coming soon!

Roundtable: "Real or not real" with Ken Lee18 Aug 202201:20:00

Welcome to the Photofocus Roundtable podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics to get your photography moving.

This month, Photofocus Author Ken Lee joins your hosts Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto.

In this episode our panel talks about Artificial Intelligence emerging as an image creator. We touch on appearing 'dangerous' (mostly) because of our photography gear, and then we get to ask Ken all about his light painting experience.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Link to Ken's Featured Article

Blog Post with images from episode

Links from the show:

You can find your hosts here:

Top business lessons learned with Jim Graham11 Aug 202200:37:12

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives!

This month we chat with photographer photographer Jim Graham. In our discussion, Jim discusses the top lessons he's learned over the years, as well as the importance relationship-building has been in his career. He also shares thoughts on what his next photo venture will be, as well as helpful advice for photographers just starting out. Get ready to be inspired!

Jim was named Southern Photographer of the Year and was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize. His work has been recognized in Communication Arts Photo Annual and was named in Photo District News’ Article, “50 States Fifty Photographers.” He was second in The Gannett Chain in Color Photography and won Society of Professional Journalist's Best News Photograph of the Year. His work was often lauded by the Pennsylvania Press Photographers Association and was recognized regionally and nationally by the NPPA.

You can check out Jim's portfolio on his website.

About your hosts

Skip Cohen is president and founder of SkipCohenUniversity.com, founder of Marketing Essentials International and past president of Rangefinder Publishing and WPPI. He's been an active participant in the professional side of photography since joining Hasselblad USA in 1987 as president.  He has co-authored six books on photography and actively supports dozens of projects each year involving photographic education.

Chamira Young loves helping fellow photographers improve their businesses via the Pro Photographer Journey Podcast. You can also find her photography portfolio at ChamiraStudios.com and her art at ArtbyChamira.com. She will readily admit it: She’s an art nerd and photographer with an obsession for creativity and productivity!

Photofocus Q&A Show :: July 28, 202228 Jul 202200:49:35

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer questions about:

  • Determining shutter speed for various situations
  • What camera mode is best between Aperture/Shutter Priority?
  • Editing tools; Presets, Profiles, and LUTs

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode:

Tamron. Check out the Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. The first all-in-one zoom starting at an aperture of f/2.8, this revolutionary lens offers performance plus versatility.

Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography, with version 7 coming soon!

Shownotes:

- Rob’s blurred pedestrian architecture example

- Photofocus article about LUTs

- Bracketing Exposure Value Calculator

- Rob's new Youtube Channel

Grow Your Photo Business with Lori Nordstrom26 Jul 202200:42:42

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives!

This month we chat with photographer Lori Nordstrom. In our discussion, Lori shares how she grew her business stronger than ever during the pandemic, and how she continues to grow it. She discusses great ways to stay in touch with your clients, why it's vital to understand your clients, and why we should all be serving our clients. Get ready to be inspired!

Lori is a Certified Professional Photographer, an accredited Master Photographer and Photographic Craftsman, and is a member of Professional Photographers of America. She  began in photography like many do… photographing her kids! She loved shooting in black and white as often as she could, and soon began experimenting with different papers and mediums for hand-painting the black and white images. She fell in love with this style, and it's still something she's known for today, over 20 years later.

You can check out portfolio her website here.

About your hosts

Skip Cohen is president and founder of SkipCohenUniversity.com, founder of Marketing Essentials International and past president of Rangefinder Publishing and WPPI. He's been an active participant in the professional side of photography since joining Hasselblad USA in 1987 as president.  He has co-authored six books on photography and actively supports dozens of projects each year involving photographic education.

Chamira Young loves helping fellow photographers improve their businesses via the Pro Photographer Journey Podcast. You can also find her photography portfolio at ChamiraStudios.com and her art at ArtbyChamira.com. She will readily admit it: She’s an art nerd and photographer with an obsession for creativity and productivity!

Roundtable: "Noon and night" with Bob Coates21 Jul 202201:07:51

This month our panel talks about two shooting situations, one at high-noon, the other late at night.  Between those topics, we have some complaints and uneasy feelings about weird vs. weird in copyright battles.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Link to Bob's Featured Article

Other Links from the Show:

https://www.photopills.com/articles/milky-way-photography-guide

http://darkskyfinder.com

https://www.rangefinderonline.com/news-features/industry-news/emily-ratajkowski-faces-lawsuit-after-sharing-photo-of-herself-again/

https://www.theverge.com/2021/4/24/22399790/emily-ratajkowski-nft-christies-copyright-nightmare-richard-prince

Feedback: photofocus.com/questions

You can find your hosts here:

Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com | Instagram

Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com | patreon.com/robmoroto

Pye Jirsa: slrlounge.com | Instagram

Bob Coates: bcphotography.com | successful-photographer.com

Photofocus Q&A Show :: June 30, 202230 Jun 202201:00:14

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer questions about:

  • An international question about using an older camera for printing landscapes
  • What do we recommend for print companies
  • Using the editing software from the camera's manufacturer
  • Exposure in tricky situations
  • Raw, Raw, Raw!

Plus, hear some bonus questions from a youngling!

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Tamron. Check out Tamron’s new 28-75mm f/2.8 G2 lens for Sony E-mount cameras. Featuring improved close-up performance, faster autofocus speed and an exciting new lens design, this lens gives better image quality while retaining a compact, lightweight design. Plus, it has user-customizable functions thanks to Tamron Lens Utility.

And thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography, with version 7 coming soon!

Roundtable: "Total Access" with Angela Andrieux23 Jun 202201:08:20

This month our panel talks about their experiences and ideas around photography conferences, both in-person and virtual.  Then there is a discussion about editing, should we ever outsource editing/post-processing work?  In our featured discussion we get to ask questions about using Mylio to access all of our photos from any device.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Link to Angela's Article

Hazel's Virtual Creative Photography Conference

Feedback: photofocus.com/questions

You can find your hosts here:

Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com | Instagram

Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com | patreon.com/robmoroto

Hazel Meredith: www.meredithimages.com | 

Angela Andrieux: www.angelaandrieux.com | Instagram

Film Photography with Terry Clark09 Jun 202200:37:06

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives!

This month we chat with photographer Terry Clark, who has a passion for film photography. In our discussion, Terry shares how he got started as a photographer, as well as the role relationship building plays in his business. He also shares how film photography makes him stay thoughtful in his approach to photography, as well as the role of film when he's teaching his photography students. Get ready to be inspired!

Terry has traveled the world creating story-telling images and portraits. He's worked with some of the best colleges and universities in the United States, Fortune 500 corporations and publications like The New York Times, Washington Post, The Guardian, London Sunday Times, Newsweek and Sports Illustrated. Terry has photographed kings, presidents, business leaders and people from all other walks of life. 

You can check out portfolio his website here. You can learn more about the classes he teaches at YMCamera here.

About your hosts

Skip Cohen is president and founder of SkipCohenUniversity.com, founder of Marketing Essentials International and past president of Rangefinder Publishing and WPPI. He's been an active participant in the professional side of photography since joining Hasselblad USA in 1987 as president.  He has co-authored six books on photography and actively supports dozens of projects each year involving photographic education.

Chamira Young loves helping fellow photographers improve their businesses via the Pro Photographer Journey Podcast. You can also find her photography portfolio at ChamiraStudios.com and her art at ArtbyChamira.com. She will readily admit it: She’s an art nerd and photographer with an obsession for creativity and productivity!

Photofocus Q&A Show :: May 26, 202226 May 202200:46:00
This month Ron and Pamela answer questions about:

- Getting a straight horizon

- Swapping images between applications

- How to not take a job (seriously)

- Macro advice

- (Bonus "FA" Q) Starting out with a DSLR

- Getting that exposure right

Thank you to our sponsors Tamron and Photomatix

Your hosts:

Ron Pepper - ronpepper.com | Instagram

Pamela Berry - pamelaannberry.com | Instagram

Photofocus Q&A Show :: September 14, 202314 Sep 202300:52:25

In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer listeners but with many of their own takes and perspectives — as we do! This month we have questions about custom presets for Photomatix (our wonderful sponsor), the new iPhone, AI pixel size limits and planning for timelapse. We also attempt to consider if using a camera's sensor is similar to a shutter count.

Send us your questions for the Q&A Show at photofocus.com/questions.

Also thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography. Download and try the new Photomatix Pro 7 free.

 

About your hosts

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Roundtable: "Not Just a Photographer" with Rick Sammon19 May 202201:13:11
We welcome you to the Photofocus Roundtable podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics to get your photography moving. This month, we are joined by Pamela Bloom.

Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free.

Also joining us is author Rick Sammon who has a new book out “How to Make Money While You Are Sleeping” on Amazon Books 

You can find your hosts here:

Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com | instagram

Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com | patreon.com/robmoroto

Pamela Bloom: pamelaannberry.cominstagram

Seeking Extreme Adventure with Kristopher Andres12 May 202200:33:04

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives!

This month we chat with outdoor photographer Kris Andres, who has a knack for seeking adventure. In our conversation, Kris discusses why he loves the cold and altitude for his photo adventures. He also shares his toughest adventure, how he managed the pandemic, the process of launching his fine art website, his upcoming educational programs, and more. Get ready to be inspired!

Based at the doorstep of the Canadian Rockies in Calgary, Alberta, Kristopher considers the mountains (along with everywhere he travels) to be his second home. Always up for endless adventures with a smile (no matter how "atmospheric" the conditions are), Kris will be overly excited in almost everything he does in life, capturing each story with the click of a shutter - in any and all genres: from adventure, to landscapes, to portraiture and more! When he’s not outside creating, Kris is a full-time yogi working to refine himself every day.

You can check out portfolio his website here and his upcoming educational programs here. You can also find him on Facebook and Instagram.

About your hosts

Skip Cohen is president and founder of SkipCohenUniversity.com, founder of Marketing Essentials International and past president of Rangefinder Publishing and WPPI. He's been an active participant in the professional side of photography since joining Hasselblad USA in 1987 as president.  He has co-authored six books on photography and actively supports dozens of projects each year involving photographic education.

Chamira Young loves helping fellow photographers improve their businesses via the Pro Photographer Journey Podcast. You can also find her photography portfolio at ChamiraStudios.com and her art at ArtbyChamira.com. She will readily admit it: She’s an art nerd and photographer with an obsession for creativity and productivity!

Photofocus Q&A Show :: April 28, 202228 Apr 202200:39:04

You can ask your own questions here:

www.photofocus.com/questions

This week Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer questions about how we deliver images to clients.  We are receiving more questions about NFTs so we give our perspective.  We also give our responses about forgetting gear and other mistakes.

Thank you to our sponsors Tamron and Photomatix

Your hosts:

Ron Pepper - ronpepper.com

Rob Moroto - robmoroto.com

Roundtable: "Flexibility" with Jemma Pollari21 Apr 202201:01:15
This month Jemma Pollari from Down Under shares this article:

https://photofocus.com/photography/exercises-for-photographers-protect-your-body-in-the-field-and-at-your-desk/

Also Jamie MacDonald from the Mirrorless Minutes Podcast joins Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto to expand on the article. We also took that chance to ask Jemma about her Promptographer site/app and share ideas for posing families.  We start out with our uncommon position on NFTs -- spoiler -- it's not about the $$.  Pepper and Jamie have made small tests here:

Pepper’s NFT experiment: https://opensea.io/Pepperazzi

Jamie’s NFTs https://rarible.com/macdonaldphoto

You can find your hosts here:

Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com | instagram.com/rpepper

Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com | patreon.com/robmoroto

Jamie MacDonald:  instagram.com/macdonald_photo

The state of event photography with Steve Brazill14 Apr 202200:44:20

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives!

This month we chat with experienced event photographer Steve Brazill. In our detailed conversation, Steve discusses how he sharpened his skills during the pandemic, what his business looks like now that events are opening back up, the new excitement he's noticing among his fellow event photographers, and the state of the event photography industry today.

Steve Brazill is a Southern California based music photographer, and the host of the Behind the Shot podcast. Music has been a special force in his life for as long as he can remember, and as a radio personality, emcee, and voice actor. He has been around the music and entertainment industry for many years. He's on the air at KCAL FM, and he handles their concert photographer. He is also one of the house photographers for Toyota Arena.

You can check out portfolio his website here. You can also find him on Twitter and Youtube.

About your hosts

Skip Cohen is president and founder of SkipCohenUniversity.com, founder of Marketing Essentials International and past president of Rangefinder Publishing and WPPI. He's been an active participant in the professional side of photography since joining Hasselblad USA in 1987 as president.  He has co-authored six books on photography and actively supports dozens of projects each year involving photographic education.

Chamira Young loves helping fellow photographers improve their businesses via the Pro Photographer Journey Podcast. You can also find her photography portfolio at ChamiraStudios.com and her art at ArtbyChamira.com. She will readily admit it: She’s an art nerd and photographer with an obsession for creativity and productivity!

Photofocus Q&A Show :: April 7, 202207 Apr 202200:51:22
The Q&A Show has returned and this first episode is with Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto.  Our questions include the subjects of noise, editing, and controlling color when shooting interiors. You can ask a question for our next episode at:

questions@photofocus.com

Thank you to our sponsor Tamron

Your hosts:

Ron Pepper - ronpepper.com

Rob Moroto - robmoroto.com

 

Roundtable: "Reflection" with Levi Sim17 Mar 202200:58:07
This month, we add international experience with Wayne Chasan from Southern Spain. Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring, click the link to download and try for free.

Our featured topic is inspired by Levi's post about reflections as an element of making a photo. Joining us is Photofocus author Levi Sim. The panel's take on the subjects can sometimes be outside the box, sharing what it's like to be a photographer from their distinct paths. 

Background article: 

https://photofocus.com/photography/instantly-interesting-photographs-with-reflections/

Where to find us:

Levi Sim: instagram.com/photolevi

Wayne Chasan: www.chasan.com | waynechasan.com | Instagram

Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com and instagram.com/rpepper

Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com and CalgaryPhotos.ca

Having an effective website with Scott Detweiler10 Mar 202200:33:41

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives!

This month we chat with photographer Scott Detweiler. In our detailed conversation, Scott openly shares how his versatile skillset has influenced his career, as well as how collaborating with fellow creatives has helped his business. He also discusses how he utilizes his Zenfolio website to attract the right clients and show his work.

Scott Detweiler has been an artist and painter since he was pretty young when he worked with pen and ink, marker and acrylics. He became interested in Photoshop when it still came on floppy disks. Most of his work is now commercial photography, retouching, boudoir, fine-art and 3D modeling photography. He also does corporate headshots, catalog and magazine work, but he loves the occasional commission for something much more artistic. Teaching others is something he enjoys doing via workshops, speaking engagements or traveling to shoots as often as possible. He also does themed shoots, seminars on lighting, posing and post-production seminars that are open to the public at his studio near Milwaukee, WI. He loves passing on his knowledge to those now facing similar frustrations with the technical aspects of this fantastic artistic outlet. You can check out his website here.

About your hosts

Skip Cohen is president and founder of SkipCohenUniversity.com, founder of Marketing Essentials International and past president of Rangefinder Publishing and WPPI. He's been an active participant in the professional side of photography since joining Hasselblad USA in 1987 as president.  He has co-authored six books on photography and actively supports dozens of projects each year involving photographic education.

Chamira Young loves helping fellow photographers improve their businesses via the Pro Photographer Journey Podcast. You can also find her photography portfolio at ChamiraStudios.com and her art at ArtbyChamira.com. She will readily admit it: she’s an art nerd and photographer with an obsession for creativity and productivity!

Roundtable: "Color" with Julie Powell | S1, E217 Feb 202201:20:27
This month, our panel discusses how they look at pricing for photography and courses. We also discuss how video is coming into the business of photography. Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring Our featured topic is inspired by Julie's post about the year's color trends. Joining us is Photofocus author Julie Powell. The panel's take on the subjects can sometimes be outside the box, sharing what it's like to be a photographer from their distinct paths. 

Background article: https://photofocus.com/photography/shooting-photography/color-concepts-whats-in-for-2022/

Join us at the Visual Storytelling Conference, providing free creativity and business training for photographers!

Where to find us:

Julie Powell: Juliepowellphotography.com

Jeff Sullivan: jeffsullivanphotography.com

Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com and instagram.com/rpepper

Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com and CalgaryPhotos.ca

Mind Your Own Business: Fostering Your Creativity with Jesse Feyereisen10 Feb 202200:42:47

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives!

This month we chat withphotographer and graphic designer Jesse Feyereisen. In our lively discussion Jesse is an open book, sharing great tips on how he's developed his creativity and discipline. He also discusses how he finds balance in his life between his photography craft, his day job, and his home life.

Jesse Feyereisen is a photographer, graphic designer and digital creative from Wisconsin. To say he's versatile would be an understatement; he worked on everything from websites to print ads, video, photography, and more! After trying all sorts of genres of photography (from outdoors and wildlife, astrophotography, macro, product, etc.) he only recently discovered a new love for toy photography.And as a recent KelbyOne Photoshop Guru Award winner, his passion for the genre has only increased.You can check out his website here and say hi on Instagram here.

 

About your hosts

Skip Cohen is president and founder of SkipCohenUniversity.com, founder of Marketing Essentials International and past president of Rangefinder Publishing and WPPI. He's been an active participant in the professional side of photography since joining Hasselblad USA in 1987 as president.  He has co-authored six books on photography and actively supports dozens of projects each year involving photographic education.

Chamira Young loves helping fellow photographers improve their businesses via the Pro Photographer Journey Podcast. You can also find her photography portfolio at ChamiraStudios.com and her art at ArtbyChamira.com, She will readily admit it: she’s an art nerd and photographer with an obsession for creativity and productivity!

Roundtable: "A Smile and a Bow Tie" with Levi Sim and Wayne Chasan31 Aug 202301:18:38

Welcome to the Photofocus Roundtable Podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on our minds. This month, we are joined by Levi Sim and Wayne Chasan and they have excellent advice about promoting yourself as a photographer. We then introduce the topic of the 2024 eclipse and discuss our latest adventures in AI.

Thank you to Photomatix for sponsoring. You can try the original application for High Dynamic Range Photography for free.

YouTube recommendations

We all learn from the internet these days. We used to say that if you want to learn something, Google it. Now, we say YouTube it. So, what is a great YouTube channel that you like to learn from? What you would recommend to our listeners?

Show notes About your hosts

Levi Sim is passionate about making photographs and helping others make their pictures better. He has his dream job as a photographer for Utah State University, and makes portraits for editorial and commercial use, product shots, action pictures, and landscapes in one of the most beautiful places in the world. You can see more of his work on Instagram

Wayne Chasan is an American living in Spain for decades and creating stunning commercial work. Check out his print shop site here.

Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.

Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.

Roundtable: "Backgrounds" with Lauri Novak20 Jan 202200:54:08
In Episode 1 of our Roundtable, our panel discusses their current interest in live events as well as how they are using social media.  Our featured topic is Lauri's post about using simple backgrounds.  This group's take on the subjects can sometimes be outside the box.

Background article: https://photofocus.com/photography/using-what-you-have-on-hand-as-backgrounds/

Join us at the Visual Storytelling Conference, providing free creativity and business training for photographers!

Thank you to our sponsor, Photomatix.

Where to find us

Lauri Novak: laurinovak.com and seewithlauri.com
Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com and instagram.com/rpepper
Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com and CalgaryPhotos.ca

Mind Your Own Business: Bert Behnke shares how he keeps his photo business on track13 Jan 202200:37:57

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with photographer Bert Behnke. Bert shares what he's been doing to keep his photography business on track during these challenging times.

We discuss:

  • How Bert got started in the photography industry
  • How he's staying focused and maintaining his business
  • The role of education
  • How he puts his portrait clients at ease during a photo session
  • The dynamics of working with his wife on the photography business
  • Upcoming ImagingUSA
  • His upcoming programs
  • Advice for photographers just starting out

Bert can be found at

Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner.

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review!

Mind Your Own Business: Kay Eskridge discusses how she serves her clients30 Dec 202100:38:00

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with portrait photographer Kay Eskridge. Kay discusses how she's been serving her clients during the pandemic, as well as how she's taking care of herself and her family.

We discuss:

  • How Kay got started in the photography industry
  • This is a teaser for the in-person program in January at Imaging USA
  • Finding balance with her business and her family
  • Opportunities to serve her clients during the pandemic
  • How she's keeping her sanity during the pandemic
  • Why taking care of mental health is so important for all of us
  • Low hanging fruit for your business
  • How she stays at the forefront of people's minds
  • How her pet portraits are an untapped market during the pandemic
  • Kay's advice for photographers just starting out

Kay can also be found at

 

Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner.

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review!

Mind Your Own Business: Joe McNally shares stories from the field and how he uses the new Nikon Z 923 Nov 202100:36:44

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer, author, director and storyteller Joe McNally. Get ready to be inspired!

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We discuss:

  • How Joe got started in the photograph industry
  • Things he during his down time during the pandemic
  • We discuss the new Nikon Z 9, the pro-level mirrorless camera, real-time autofocus tracking and speed 
  • The Nikon Z 9's autofocus enhancements and enhanced video capabilities
  • How he uses it out in the field, including his article discussing it
  • His new book, the Real Deal, he wrote during the pandemic.
  • Any advice for photographers just starting out

You can find Joe McNally at:

You can be the next guest on our podcast

Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host.

Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review!

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