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Overcoming Creative Doubt in Photography This week on the podcast, I explore something that’s been quietly reshaping how I approach photography: the idea that we’re responsible for the work — but not the outcome. What started as a simple social media post about the Bhagavad Gita turned into a deeper reflection on creative doubt, purpose, …

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How to Get Back Into Photography It’s been a while since I’ve recorded an episode of Photography Matters — and honestly, it’s been a while since I’ve really picked up my camera with intention. In this episode, I’m talking about stepping away from your passion… and how to gently find your way back. Enjoy. The …

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Storytelling in Photography – In our latest Photography Matters podcast episode, we explore the art and impact of storytelling in photography—how a single image can convey emotion, narrative, and even social awareness. Photography is more than just capturing a moment; it’s about capturing a story that resonates with viewers on a deeper level. Storytelling in …

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Creativity and photography go hand in hand, yet many photographers struggle to fully tap into their creative potential. In this week’s episode of Photography Matters, we dive deep into what it truly means to be creative and how that creativity can transform the way you approach your photography. Whether you’re a casual shooter or someone …

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When it comes to photography, vision is everything. Cameras, lenses, editing tools — those are important, but they’re not what makes a photograph unforgettable. What truly matters is how a photographer sees the world. Vision and photography are inseparable, because your unique way of seeing is what gives your images meaning, depth, and power. In …

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Photography inspiration from nature – Have you ever stood outside on a summer evening and listened closely to the night? The birds, frogs, crickets, and insects all chime in, creating a living soundscape—a natural symphony that rises and falls with breathtaking rhythm. None of these creatures studied music theory. They never sat through a lesson …

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You’ve seen it, I’ve seen it — “AI is taking over photography.” Scroll your feed for five minutes and you’ll probably see an AI-generated “photo” that makes you stop and think, wow… no camera involved? And yeah, I get it — that can feel a little unsettling. In this episode of Photography Matters, we’re getting …

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Let’s be honest — even the most passionate photographers hit a wall sometimes.You stop picking up your camera. You scroll past your own work with indifference. You start wondering, “Do I even love this anymore?” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. This week’s episode is a deep, honest conversation about photography burnout — and …

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The Soul of the Subject… What does it really mean to capture the soul of a subject? In this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re diving into something that goes beyond gear, lighting, or technique. It’s something that speaks to the heart of every passionate photographer—The Soul of the Subject. The Soul of the Subject …

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Shoot With Confidence: Why It Matters More Than Your Gear – When it comes to photography, there’s no shortage of conversations about gear—cameras, lenses, editing software, and the latest must-have accessories. But here’s the truth: none of it matters if you don’t have confidence behind the camera. In this episode of Photography Matters, we explore …

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The Wisdom Behind the Lens: 5 Quotes That Redefine Photography – In this episode, we dive deep into five powerful quotes from some of the most iconic photographers in history—Ansel Adams, Dorothea Lange, Robert Capa, and Alfred Eisenstaedt. The Wisdom Behind the Lens: 5 Quotes That Redefine Photography These aren’t just clever soundbites; they’re guiding …

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Vision • Passion • Inspration – As photographers, we often find ourselves searching. Searching for better light, better gear, better opportunities. But sometimes, the most powerful things we’re searching for are internal — our vision, our passion, and the inspiration to keep going. That’s what today’s episode is all about. Vision • Passion • Inspration …

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Gordon Parks: The Renaissance Behind the Lens – If you’ve ever wondered what it means to rise above your circumstances, to carve beauty from hardship, or to tell truth with nothing but a camera in your hands… then today’s episode is one you won’t want to miss. We’re about to spend some time with the …

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Is Black & White photography still relevant? That question has echoed through my mind more than once. And I know I’m not alone. In this week’s podcast episode, we take a slow, thoughtful walk through that very question — one that touches every artist’s soul at some point in their journey. Is Black & White …

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Peter Lindbergh: Beauty Without Illusion – Every once in a while, someone comes along who changes the way we see. Not just what’s in front of us… but what’s within us. Peter Lindbergh was one of those rare souls. He wasn’t interested in the kind of beauty you find on a magazine rack or tucked …

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The Value of Space – They say a picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes… it’s the silence between the words that tells the real story. The Value of Space In this episode of The Value of Space, we’re invited to slow down, breathe a little deeper, and look again. Not at the subject, …

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There are some photographers who take pictures… and then there are those who change the way the world sees. David Bailey is one of the latter. In this episode of Photography Matters, we journey into the life and lens of a man who didn’t just document an era—he defined it. Born in East London in …

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In this episode of the podcast, we explore the soulful artistry of legendary photographer and filmmaker Bruce Weber. Known for his iconic black-and-white fashion photography for Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, and Vanity Fair, Weber stood alongside greats like Peter Lindbergh and Herb Ritts—photographers who didn’t just capture style, but captured soul. What set Bruce apart …

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In a world flooded with fast media and fleeting images, there’s something timeless about the work of Robert Doisneau. His photographs weren’t just pictures — they were stories, full of humor, heart, and humanity. In this episode, we step into the poetic streets of mid-century Paris and explore the life and legacy of one of …

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Welcome back to Photography Matters. In today’s episode, we’re exploring a surprising truth: one of the best ways to grow as a photographer… is to teach. You don’t need to be an expert—just a little further down the path than someone else. I’ll share stories, lessons, and a few metaphors that helped me realize how …

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In a city that never sleeps, Saul Leiter found stillness. While mid-century New York pulsed with noise and energy, Leiter captured its quieter truths—moments slipping between raindrops, reflections in fogged windows, lovers in soft morning light. His photographs weren’t loud declarations, but whispered stories full of color, intimacy, and grace. In this episode, we explore …

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In the heart of Manhattan’s flower district during the late 1950s and early 60s, a crumbling loft at 821 Sixth Avenue became an unlikely sanctuary for some of the greatest jazz musicians in history. Behind its battered doors, photographer W. Eugene Smith created an extraordinary archive of sound and image — a hidden world where …

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Alright, today, we’re setting down the technical manuals, stepping away from the shiny new gadgets, and journeying into something far more important. We’re diving deep into the soul of photography — into that quiet place where passion is born and meaning takes root. Because when all is said and done… it’s not what you photograph …

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Man, if you’ve been a photographer for more than a minute, you know that being a good photographer is so much more than things that pertain to your gear or even your knowledge of exposure and other photography stuff. You will always come up against challenges. The higher ability you have in solving problems, the …

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In tonights episode I come back and visit one of my common talking points… Passion. Art is not technical. Art is about creating a feeling. Passion. I also share a bit more info about the AI tools I talked about in the last episode. Enjoy

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Man, I have had a blast this week working with AI, especially in image creation. For those of you who know me, know I haven’t been very supportive of AI up this point, so it might be a little surprising to hear my thoughts on it now. Don’t worry, I’m still the old-school cat. That’s …

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I want to talk about something that is so important, but many photographers haven’t even thought of. Photography is alive. Enjoy

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Meditation… man, meditation is one of the things that contributes the most when it comes to just living and navigating life. Do you guys meditate? If not, think about it. It really can make a difference in everything you do. In this episode I’ll talk a little about how, the way that I shoot, I …

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Inspiration… man, that is the blood that runs through every part of my life. Recently I’ve connecting with different creative people on Facebook; creatives who’s artwork is incredibly fresh to me. Very inspiring. I’ll share my thoughts. Enjoy

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Unless photography is your actual occupation, how you pay the bills, there are often times when your photography might be put on the shelf for a while. Life can get busy and sometimes the photography just takes a back seat to everything else. In this episode I just want to remind everyone to sometimes, man, …

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The People You Meet – Some of the coolest people I’ve ever met, I’ve met because of photography. That is such a side benefit I never considered when I first got started with photography. That’s a very cool thing that photography gives to us. We have a camera and a legitimate reason to get out …

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Composition by Feel – what does that even mean? You know how some photographs really make you feel something? That’s what I strive for every time I take a shot. That’s how I compose my shots… by feel. That’s what I’ll talk about in this episode. Enjoy

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Man, it’s 2025! What are your photography goals for this year. I feel that it’s going to be an amazing year. I’ll talk about the importance of setting goals and share some of my own for this year. Enjoy

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How has your year been with your photography? 2024 coming to a close. It’s a good time to reflect on the work, the art that we created this year… and give some thought to what’s coming up for us in 2025. I’ll reflect on what this year has meant for my photography. Enjoy

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This conversation has been happening ever since digital cameras started to evolve into some pretty incredible machines. But as amazing as digital can be, how does it now compare to shooting film. I’ll share my recent thoughts on this over-talked-about topic. Enjoy.

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Hope your weekend has been great! On tonight’s episode I’ll talk a little bit more about the differences I see between using a 50 or 35mm prime lens. Also want to talk a little bit more about A.I. and some of the ways it might be affecting your photography. Enjoy

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What is your favorite focal length? I bounce back and forth between 50 and 35. I think I’ll stick with 50mm for a while and I’ll tell you my reasons why. Also A.I. – We are seeing it creep more and more into the photography space. Lot’s to talk about here. Too much to cover …

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Are you stuck? Not feeling inspired these days? Man, we’ve all been there. I’ve been feeling that way a lot over the past year. Most of you are aware that I’ve moved back to the NW. In this episode I’ll talk about how the dramatic change of scenery has really fired up my creative soul. …

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So… a few things have changed since the previous episode (if anyone can remember that). In a spur-of-the-moment decision, I packed up, left Las Vegas and moved back to the Northwest. Man, it’s the best decision I’ve made in a long time. I’ll talk about the move and what preceded it, and how I’m so …

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Shoot from your heart. Probably doesn’t need a lot of explanation. I’ll also talk a little about managing the galleries on your website. Enjoy

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Passion… Passion and creativity are the most driving forces of my life. It’s been that way since I was a kid. IMHO I think the more you focus your photography on what you’re passionate about, you’ll come away with the strongest, most powerful images you can make. How important is that!? I’ll talk abou that. …

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Mindful Photography – it’s a term you hear frequently here on the podcast. For me, being a mindful photographer brings the strongest images… stories. Every once in a while, year, there are those Happy Accidents. But it’s when I’ve been mindful of what I’m photographing that I get the best, strongest photos. Enjoy.

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Warning: Soap Box Edition. In tonight’s episode I’ll talk about an approach to freeing up your mind to be able to create more from emotion… less from an intellectual perspective; maybe a way to create images with more feel. Maybe to create more with abandonment and more often. Just one guy’s approach. See what you …

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Are you guys, are you gals control freaks? Maybe this episode is for you. For you and for new photographers just starting to get into portrait, even intimate portraiture. Enjoy

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Welcome to the third installment of this series – Your Photography Web Presence. In this episode I’ll briefly recap what we’ve covered so far, providing a little more helpful tips. But in this episode I really wanted to focus on the most important part of your web presence – your website. Enjoy

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Welcome back to the podcast. I want to get back to talking about ways that you can use to promote your photography online. Ways that you let people know what your vision is; what are the stories you want to tell with you photography. I also talk about a very important photographer that I just …

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If you are a human being, no matter what you think… You are creative. That is the nature of being human. We are all creative. Enjoy

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Hey, I hope everyone is doing great. This is another soap box edition. I talk about why I’m so passionate about studying the history of photography and how that contributes to the amazing work of the photographers of the last century… and how it can contribute to the level of our own work. Enjoy

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Happy New Year! I hope all of you are doing well and enjoying the start to your brand new year, 2024. This episode is the beginning of a mult-part series geared towards giving your the information, the tools to help you build your web presence online; to help you be more well known for the …

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I saw an interesting video from Jamie Windsor on YouTube a while back. The topic was photographer, Nan Goldin. Fantastic photographer, definitely one of my favorite. Could her photos be assessed as Technically perfect? Nope. It’s actually the “imperfections” that add a lot of mood and feel to the photos. In this episode I’ll talk …

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