Dedicated to informing, inspiring, and engaging photographers at all levels. In addition to commentary on how to live into our creative potential, you'll hear conversations with professional and emerging photographers, with an emphasis on nature, still life, architecture, and abstract photography. These casual, accessible interviews speak to the “heart and art” of photography, including the photographer’s motivations, philosophy, vision, formative experiences/moments, and lessons learned. Channel hosted by Beth Buelow of Beth Buelow Photography.
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Guy Tal: Creative Risk, Spontaneity, and Future Hindsight
Friday, September 4, 2026 • Duration 59:34
After too long away, Pixels will be posting again on your favorite podcast platforms. Lots of content coming soon! Until then, we’re fortunate to have a returning guest for today’s episode, photographer philosopher Guy Tal. Much of our conversation comes from thoughts in his latest book, Future Hindsights. We talk about creative plateaus, how feeling anxiety can be helpful, and the importance of making time for true adventures.
Guy Tal is a professional writer and photographic artist living in the desert landscapes of Utah. He is the author of several books, a blogger, and an educator. In his photographs, he aims to express emotions and moods rather than to document or commemorate the appearances of places or events.
Holistic Approaches to Nature Photography with Michele Sons
Season 1 · Episode 24
Saturday, March 15, 2025 • Duration 58:02
Those of us who love nature photography enjoy the outdoors and its endless beauty. But how much do we stop to reflect on what it’s telling us about its own place in the world, and what it can tell us about ourselves?
Michele Sons has a message that's so needed in this increasingly virtual world, as she invites us to connect more fully with our surroundings. Michele also encourages us to approach our craft with a playful spirit and shares how she has developed her own vision through continuous curiosity.
Her newest eBook is "DAWNLAND: Creative, Holistic Approaches to Photographing Acadia National Park." This eBook offers both technical and artistic approaches to photographing one of America's most visited national parks, along with Acadia's physical and cultural geography to facilitate connection to place, and creative prompts for your own expressive image-making.
Capturing Emotion, Not Just Images: The Magic of ICM with Kaisa Siren
Season 1 · Episode 23
Saturday, March 1, 2025 • Duration 01:07:19
How does someone go from the strictest of photographic arts – photojournalism – to building a body of work based on one of the most abstract forms of photography there is?
I’m pleased to welcome Kaisa Siren to the conversation. From her home base in the Arctic Circle, Kaisa has explored both far afield and close to home. We chat about how she realized ICM as a way to balance her creative energy, making images with intention, and how ICM helps to make the invisible visible.
Kaisa is a photographic artist and makes her soul landscape visible with Intentional Camera Movement using northern sceneries of Finland as her backdrop. She focuses on themes related to the seasons of Lapland, and the sensitivity of nature. She lives in row·vuh·nee·eh·mee, at the Arctic Circle in Lapland, Finland, where she works as a freelance photographer. She is widely published in various Finnish magazines and newspapers and has had several solo and group exhibitions in Finland, Sweden, Denmark, New York , Scotland and Germany. She has been a regular contributor to the ICMPhotoMag from its very beginning. She is a co-founder of ICMPhotomag Network Community and ICM Photo Academy, and teaches courses on ICM photography, both in person and on-line, and has been a co-leader of New Beginnings workshops from the start in 2021.
What Happens When You Put Yourself Into the Frame? with Sara Kushner
Season 1 · Episode 22
Saturday, February 15, 2025 • Duration 01:10:34
Ready for something a bit different that might make you rethink having people - or even yourself - in the frame? I'm joined by Sara Kushner, and we talk about how she got started putting herself in the frame, why her work can't be classified as glorified selfies, and what emotional, logistical, and technical aspects you want to consider if you're thinking about trying out self-portraiture.
Even if you have no interest in putting yourself in front of the camera, you're still going to hear wisdom that will be useful when you are behind the camera.
(PS: I had the delightful experience of meeting Sara at the Winter Women's Photography Conference in Estes Park, Colorado in early February. She's just as charming in person as she is online!)
Sara Kushner is an environmental self-portrait photographer on a mission to make life a bit more playful. Through her lens, she celebrates the beauty of self-expression, body acceptance, and authenticity, inviting others to see the world in a new light. Her whimsical, vibrant self-portraits reflect her deep commitment to joy and her appreciation of the natural spaces in which she creates. Sara hopes her work will inspire others to embrace their true selves beyond societal expectations, while appreciating and celebrating the unparalleled beauty found in nature.
BONUS: Discount code on Sara's limited edition prints: PIXELS5
When it comes to improving our photography, we often focus on a few areas: our creative vision, our technical and processing skills, and our gear. Those are all important, but they’re missing a critical element: YOU.
In this conversation with Alister Benn, we talk about what it means to bring yourself to your photography, his evolution into creating autobiographical images, and what role story and context play in how we present our work. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Uc69DhHLFk
Alister Benn is a renowned landscape photographer, educator, and author, celebrated for his innovative approach to night photography and expressive, minimalist landscapes. His work often emphasizes mood, emotion, and the intimate connection between the natural world and human experience.
Through his artistic and educational endeavors, Alister Benn has inspired photographers around the globe to connect deeply with their craft and the natural world.
How to Unlock Imagination in Your Photography with Wendy Bagnall
Season 1 · Episode 20
Saturday, January 11, 2025 • Duration 01:07:36
We have a million ways to plan out every aspect of our photography time, but my guest today invites us to leave room for the unexpected and in doing so, to be open to what pulls at our eyes and hearts.
Wendy Bagnall is a photographic artist who lives in England. The natural landscape is the inspiration behind her work, which is an interpretation of what she sees. Wendy’s approach is unrestrictive and often with an abstract quality, augmenting the light, texture and topography of the landscape, creating pieces that aim to evoke an emotional connection with the viewer.
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Every like, comment, subscribe, and share helps this channel grow and benefit photographers everywhere. You can also show your appreciation and support by buying me a chai ☕️ (http://buymeacoffee.com/bethbuelow) or purchasing a YT Super Thanks (click/tap the three dots near the Like button for the option). All proceeds go to my video editor 😂 Thank you so much! 💙
How to Cultivate a Creative Mindset with Mike Pach
Season 1 · Episode 19
Saturday, December 28, 2024 • Duration 58:42
Michael Pach's decades of experience and adventures shine through in his thoughts on what it means to be creative, practicing mindfulness, the appeal—and sometimes challenges—of astrophotography, and forming relationships with whatever we point our camera at.
Mike Pach, owner of 3 Peaks Photography & Design, is an internationally known, award-winning photographer, speaker and author with more than 40 years of experience in photography. He is on the board of DarkSky Colorado, the founder of the Colorado Photography Learning Group and has been teaching photography and Photoshop classes since 2007. Mike is the author of "Colorado Springs Then and Now," and he conducts night-sky photography workshops. He is a former aerospace engineer with a Bachelor of Science degree from St. Louis University and an MBA from Maryville University. Mike is also an ambassador for Move Shoot Move, is a NiSi reseller and has a retail website called AdventureCam Photo (http://adventurecamphoto.com)
What Makes Someone a Photographer? with Shanda Akin
Season 1 · Episode 18
Saturday, December 14, 2024 • Duration 01:04:31
What makes someone a photographer, and who decides? Shanda Akin has experienced a journey from the air force to the arts and has lots to share about how we see ourselves as photographers. Her love of learning is our good fortune, as we talk about valuable lessons she’s picking up in her pursuit of a Master of Arts in Photography, how we can make sublime images, and the power of projects to spark our creativity.
Learn more about the Women’s Winter Photography Conference, hosted by the Outdoor Photo Alliance, February 6-9, 2025, in Estes Park, Colorado. You can get $100 off your registration fee by entering PIXELS100 at checkout: https://www.outdoorphotoalliance.com
Resources Mentioned + More Shanda!
Heather Evans Smith : https://www.heatherevanssmith.com
Tom Chambers: https://www.tomchambersphoto.com
David Maisel: https://davidmaisel.com
Todd Hido: http://www.toddhido.com
Michael Kenna: https://www.michaelkenna.com
Another great YouTube channel is Linda Nickell's Happiness Hour. She's interviewed Shanda a couple of times: https://youtu.be/8QW59eY3U_M?si=YnuNscZ_3OmqsGvS and https://youtu.be/Rqcmrk82D8Q?si=FxlS6Njc5oRxse_O
15 Years Without Looking at Others' Photography with Cole Thompson
Season 1 · Episode 17
Saturday, November 30, 2024 • Duration 01:08:37
Cole Thompson joins me for a wide-ranging and engaging conversation. You’re going to hear his thoughts on why ego is the enemy of vision, the value of seizing the moment, and the stories behind a few of his favorite images. And of course, we talk about his well-known and sometimes controversial practice of photographic celibacy.
Lessons from Photography Mentors with Martha Montiel
Season 1 · Episode 16
Saturday, November 16, 2024 • Duration 01:01:00
Is there such a thing as loving photography too much? If we asked my guest today, the answer would definitely be NO! Her enthusiasm is inspiring, and so is her honest sharing about her path as a photographer.
I’m pleased to welcome Martha Montiel to the conversation. She shares how her style has evolved over the years, what she’s learned from having world-class mentors, and why it’s beneficial to explore different genres of photography in the spirit of staying creatively energized and learning what types of subjects you enjoy.
Learn more about the Women’s Winter Photography Conference, hosted by the Outdoor Photo Alliance, February 6-9, 2025, in Estes Park, Colorado. You can get $100 off your registration fee by entering PIXELS100 at checkout: https://www.outdoorphotoalliance.com
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Did you find this video valuable? Here's how you can help!
Every like, comment, subscribe, and share helps this channel grow and benefit photographers everywhere. You can also show your appreciation and support by buying me a chai ☕️ (http://buymeacoffee.com/bethbuelow) or purchasing a YT Super Thanks (click/tap the three dots near the Like button for the option). All proceeds go to my video editor 😂 Thank you so much! 💙
Every like, comment, subscribe, and share helps this channel grow and benefit photographers everywhere. You can also show your appreciation and support by buying me a chai ☕️: http://buymeacoffee.com/bethbuelow Thank you so much! 💙
