Snap Hook – Details, episodes & analysis

THE Padron smoker joined us for today’s pod. Mark had been a favorite on this pod for a while. He does a deep dive into what he is looking for when he takes photos, how he gets out of ruts, and what he did when he started taking pictures.

We get into golf swag and how it has evolved over the years. Marks tells us about his experience with golfography and the collaboration you get on those trips.

If you’re like us, you’ll walk away from this conversation that will get your mind going the next time you’re out on the course

This episode is a little different than our standard episode. Jermey ran the show for this interview with Kyle Walton. They talked about Kyle’s history before golf, what inspired him to get involved in golf content, and what he is up to now. We get a little more background on Gimme Golf Club and Gimme Studio.

This conversation with Kyle is very inspiring and one that is a must listen for any person who needs a nudge to start their content journey. 

In today's episode, we chatted with Andy. Andy has been on our list of people to talk with since the start. His outdoor landscape photography is incredible, and he talks about how he started taking photos and the people he surrounded himself with, a community of like-minded people to help him learn. This is something we need more of in the golf photography community. We discover that the first golf photos Andy took were at Augusta. 

We dove in on the Mackenzie run he had just finished, playing all of Mackenzie's courses on the West Coast. 

We also dive into Andy's editing process, his thoughts about each photo he takes, and how he adjusts them on his phone. 

WITB

Camera: Canon 5D3

Lense:24-70mm, 85mm 1.2 (favorite lens)

Is the new Sony A9III worth the hype? 

SD Cards: Are you using the wrong one? What do all those numbers mean?

Ashton Wise

We had a great conversation with Ashton, who is new to photography and photography in the golf space. He took an epic road trip for 45 days based around getting to Landman. He went into detail about the fantastic courses he’s been able to play and the people he played with.

If you are someone who has been considering carrying a camera on the course, this is the episode for you to listen to. He talks about the difference between shooting with a drone vs shooting with a camera. 

WITB

Drone: DJI Mini 3 Pro

Camera: Sony a7iii

Lens: 70-200 f4

Part 107: https://pilotinstitute.com/course/part-107-remote-pilot/

The host talked about their current social media dilemma. Hear their takes on the social media world and where it currently stands. 

Started as a creative director in Corp America and decided to take the entrepreneur route a year ago creating Walton Brands. In the one year, he has been asked to work with some large names and courses we are all very familiar with. While he is known for his work on course shooting, he has also been asked to edit some high-end golf events. 

He talks about the grind that is free-lance photography and the late-night stressors. Being the creative lead he didn't get to be creative while working the 9-5. It wasn't until after he left that he's been able to get back to being a true creative. He gives a special shout-out to those who have influenced him along the way. Jordan was an incredible interview and really dove in deep with us on so many topics

IG: djordangreen / @waltonbrandco

Notes: 

WITB: Leica Q2

Udemy - An educational tool for almost anything you want to learn

Zack (@zackmassey) gives a background on who he is and how he got involved with golf and came to a crossroads between getting into the golf business and another road. He talks about why he moved to TN and how that got him involved in the creative side. This move to TN connected him to country singer Luke Combs, and he started a new company. We get to hear how his golf world and work life begin to merge. This caused him to capture his golf rounds and connect with other golf junkies on social media. 

Hearing the places Zack has visited and the courses he has played is worth the listen. We get some insight into his bag and what he uses to shoot with 

Book: Steal like an Artist

WITB:

Canon R5: 24-105 F4, or RF 70-200

Leica Q2

Video Set Up: Canon C70: 24-105

Keith Lally (@thesweetspot) coming in hot from Wisconsin. If you don't know Keith you should. His photos show the fun of the game and his Rap Reels are a must watch. The best part is he has as much fun filming them as we do watching.

Keith's gear/recs

Sony A7

https://electronics.sony.com/imaging/interchangeable-lens-cameras/all-interchangeable-lens-cameras/p/ilce7m4-b

Drone

https://www.dji.com/air-3?site=brandsite&from=eol_mavic-air-2

Updated Canon M50

https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/eos-r50-rf-s18-45mm-f4-5-6-3-is-stm-lens-kit?color=Black&type=New

Film Cameras

Fuji GX617 Panoramic:

https://fstoppers.com/reviews/review-fuji-gx617-panoramic-beast-3626

Mamiya RZ67:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=Mamiya%20Rz67%20Pro%20Ii&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&c3api=4680%2C111338470859%2Cmamiya%20rz67%20pro%20ii%2Ce&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4bipBhCyARIsAFsieCxTYyyhaxUURWs9mZ4Wb16aBrYWs0ZWgYJ4XjlxGfic746bPoT9He0aAvdzEALw_wcB

Something a little different for the listeners today. In today's episode, we are doing a quick catch-up on what is going on in the lives of the cohosts.

We chat about some projects we have on the horizon. Talk about the FAA certification. Jeremey got droning how we manage with outside distractions, aka our phones. 

Mike talks about his new role with Loop Golf and how the Loop app works. 

FAA Remote Pilot Page

https://pilotinstitute.com/course/part-107-remote-pilot/

Phone Lock Box

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGPKQD17?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_2MGX2CBV09XZDRH2R0JH