Explore every episode of the podcast The Cracked Lens Podcast
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| Should You Have A Niche In Photography? | 04 May 2025 | 00:36:25 | |
To niche or not to niche? Jack of all trades and master of none, or niche and master one? That is the question today. | |||
| What To Do During Slow Season As A Photographer | 26 Apr 2025 | 00:55:42 | |
Slow season is inevitable as a freelancer but sometimes the season is a bit prolonged. In this episode we talk about some of the things to do to stay busying those times... and many off topic conversations. | |||
| Sepia Gate | 29 Jul 2024 | 00:37:40 | |
Join us as we discuss the viral TikTok situation known as "sepia gate". Who was in the right, the photographer Hannah Wise or the bride? | |||
| The Photography Market Is Oversaturated | 24 Jul 2024 | 00:30:42 | |
Today's photography market is oversaturated and the barrier to entry has never been lower. Join us as we explore the topic at hand. | |||
| Is Photography Even Fun Anymore? | 21 Jun 2024 | 01:01:55 | |
Is photography even fun anymore? What started out as a hobby turned into a professional career paired with burnout phases begs the question. Explore the topic with us along with our guest Dan Ostergren.
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| The Good And Bad Of Social Media | 13 Jun 2024 | 01:05:19 | |
Join us as we discuss the evolution of social media and all the aspects of the good and bad of social media within a creative career. | |||
| Ai Art and Photography | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:48:11 | |
AI art and photography are a hot topic right now. Join us as Michael and Armand discuss how AI plays a role in the modern art world and where the future of AI is headed. | |||
| Relationships And Creative Careers | 13 Jun 2024 | 01:06:15 | |
Take a deep dive into the behind the scenes with Armand and Michael of what it's really like to have a full time creative career as a photographer. We explore everything from the ins and outs of business to dating and relationships and everything in between. It's not just a job, it's a lifestyle.
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| Turning Passion Into A Full-Time Career: Matt Jacob | 01 Mar 2025 | 00:52:13 | |
Matt Jacob is a Bali based photographer with a passionfor capturing narratives through photography. He offers his audiences valuable insights into untold stories, inviting them into unfamiliar lives through aesthetically beautiful and meaningful images. Follow Armand: https://armandnour.com https://www.instagram.com/armandnourphoto Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/xnilasx/ https://cobaltstudiospdx.com/ https://www.nilasphotography.com/ Follow Matt: https://mattjacobphotography.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mattyj_ay/ https://www.youtube.com/@mattyj_ay | |||
| Finding Purpose Through Photography (Feat. Christian Ortiz) | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:51:59 | |
In this episode we talk about finding purpose, community and the start of Christian's photography career when he transitioned out of the military. Follow Armand https://armandnour.com https://www.instagram.com/armandnourphoto Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/xnilasx/ https://cobaltstudiospdx.com/ https://www.nilasphotography.com/ Follow Christian: https://www.instagram.com/stories/c.o_media/ | |||
| Year In Review & 2025 Predictions | 01 Jan 2025 | 01:00:55 | |
What a crazy and fun year it's been! Lot's of good and bad but mostly good and positive came from 2024. Join us as we discuss one of the better years we've both had and what 2025 has in store for us. Follow Armand https://armandnour.com https://www.instagram.com/armandnourphoto Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/xnilasx/ https://cobaltstudiospdx.com/ https://www.nilasphotography.com/ | |||
| Canon VS Sony | 24 Dec 2024 | 01:26:27 | |
The age old question amongst photographers, Canon or Sony? Armand and Nick are team Sony while Michael and James are team Canon. Join us in this debate with our good friends and guests Nick Blair and James Walker. | |||
| The Challenges Of Being A Photographer | 23 Sep 2024 | 01:06:31 | |
Every career path is going to have some kind of challenge and photography is no exception to that rule. As we get further into this career choice the challenges only get tougher as the clients and jobs get bigger. No risk no reward. | |||
| Burnout And Social Media | 16 Sep 2024 | 00:53:15 | |
Feeling burnt out? Feeling burnt out on social media? Maybe a combo of both? We talk about just that in this episode and the behind the scenes of being a photographer in the modern age. | |||
| Face Tattoos And Content VS Art | 12 Aug 2024 | 01:08:23 | |
Join us and Cody as we discuss the importance of face tattoos, your outward appearance and showing up as a professional as a photographer in different settings in the real world. We also touch on the topic of content vs art and the fine line of what it is in the modern day and what each medium means to us. | |||
| TikTok Comments And Nightmare Clients | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:58:07 | |
Who doesn't love to read some angry TikTok comments and talk about their crazy client stories? Join us and our guest Cody Keto as we do just that! | |||