Interviews Episodes

Episode 33: Today, I sit down with Virginia-based fine art landscape photographer, Michele Sons, to chat about: How life circumstances led to her passion for photography Deciding to leave a high-stress career to pursue photography full-time Her inspiration behind creating the Appalachian Dreams Poster Series and the Feminine Landscape Series Advice on how to get your work published in different media outlets and shown in exhibits Developing her signature style and feel to her pho...

Episode 31: Today, I’m joined by California-based landscape and conservation photographer, David Hunter, to chat about: How he got started in landscape and conservation photography How being a photographer and an elementary school teacher both contribute to how he approaches creativity How he approaches photography projects His work with various conservancies, the Bureau of Land Management, and with several National Parks as an Artist in Residence The technical and physical chall...

Episode 29: Today, I sit down with Texas-based landscape photographer and personal coach, Brie Stockwell, to chat about: How a personal coaching experience set her on a journey to learn landscape photography Setting impossible goals and discovering the possibilities within you Learning how to fail well and using it as a growth experience Moving past fear, self-doubt, and comparisonitis How changing your mindset around success can help you create images you’re proud of The valu...

Episode 27: Today, I sit down with Scotland-based landscape photographer and educator, Alister Benn, to chat about: His journey into being a full-time landscape photographer What expressive photography means to him The idea of possessing creativity through creative living The role of emotions in personal expression and creativity The relationship between innate creativity and the subconscious mind His five figures of engagement: luminosity, contrast, color, geometry, and atmos...

Episode 25: Today, I sit down with Vancouver-based landscape photographer, Karen Cooper, to chat about: How walking in nature as a form of physical therapy led her into nature photography The value of developing an intimate relationship with locations by revisiting them over and over again The vast landscape and diverse ecosystems in British Columbia Her decisions around opening her own fine art gallery How she uses her photography to inspire others to respect nature and apprecia...

Episode 23: Today, I sit down with Colorado-based nature photographer, Jennifer Renwick, to chat about: How she knew it was time to take the leap and do nature photography full-time Words of advice for hobbyist photographers who are considering going into photography full-time The benefits of living a semi-nomadic life on her approach to photography How she and her partner, David Kingham, pivoted to keep their photography business afloat during the pandemic How she and David stru...

Episode 21: Today I sit down with Pennsylvania-based nature photographer and creative writer, Cody Schultz, to chat about: Photography as a way of coping with mental health struggles What it’s like to do landscape photography with medium and large format cameras How the process of slowing down with large format photography helps him connect with nature Why he transitioned to exclusively creating black and white images The technical details of using a large format camera Why he...

Episode 19: Today, I’m sitting down with Arizona-based landscape photographer, avid writer, and educator Colleen Miniuk to chat about: How she transitioned from a technical career to a more creative career The value of following your curiosity, letting go of expectations, playing, and being open to experimentation with photography Gestalt psychology of visual perception and how to use it to create more meaningful images The five inventories to take in the field to discover compositi...

Episode 17: Today, I sit down with award-winning writer and photographer, Charles Bergman, to chat about: How following different passions led him to photography How to reframe how we relate to animals to respond better to the global extinction crisis The importance of storytelling in creating meaning and connection How he hadn’t intended to write a book about penguins, and what inspired him to do so What makes penguins compelling His expedition experiences to several continen...

Episode 15: Today I sit down with certified wilderness first responder and instructor, Courtney Harvey, to chat about: Precautions and preparation steps to take before trekking out into nature, whether that is a local trail or an extended stay in the backcountry Common injuries and mistakes people make while in nature What safety and outdoor gear and food to pack for both day hikes and multi-day hikes Importance and benefits of different types of clothing and materials Safety tip...

Episode 13: Today I sit down with Colorado-based nature photographer, Sarah Marino, to chat about: Finding internal peace through photography and nature Figuring out a work/life balance and the power of saying no How living a semi-nomadic life transformed her approach to nature photography The value of using visual design principles over composition rules when it comes to creating compelling images Being mindful of the impacts of photography on the environment And so much more...

Episode 11: Today I sit down with landscape and travel photographer, Linda Nickel, to chat about: Linda’s photography webinar series, the Happiness Hour The diverse and exciting landscapes that Texas has to offer Tips on great photographic locations and what to expect Precautions to take while photographing in intense heat Connecting with nature as a city girl And so much more! LINKS MENTIONED: Website: lindanickell.com Follow Linda Nickell on Instagram Linda Nickell's Hap...

Episode 9: Today, I sit down with landscape photographer, Robb Hirsch, to chat about: Robb’s transition from biologist to full-time photographer The pros and cons of shooting a wide variety of subjects The importance of staying curious in photography The value of connecting with and respecting nature and minimizing our impact on the environment His process behind creating his new book, “The Nature of Yosemite- A Visual Journey” Ways to use photography to advocate for conservat...

Episode 7: Today I sit down with wildlife conservation photographer, Jaymi Heimbuch, to chat about: Key elements of a conservation story How to pitch conservation stories to publications How to familiarize yourself with wildlife behavior Quality versus content when it comes to image creation The role of social media in conservation photography And so much more! LINKS MENTIONED: Websites: https://jaymiheimbuch.com/ and https://conservationvisualstorytellersacademy.com/ F...

Episode 5: Today I sit down with Brenda Tharp, to chat about: Her journey into photography Her lifelong connection to and love of nature Where she derives inspiration from and how she approaches composition When to use the rules of composition and when not to Visual flow in composition Visual design elements and how they relate to composition Learning how to see light And much more! LINKS MENTIONED: Website: http://www.brendatharp.com Follow Brenda Tharp on Instagram...

Episode 3: Today, I sit down with certified strength and conditioning coach, Chase Tucker, to chat about: How to prevent injuries and knee pain while hiking Common muscle weaknesses as a result of working a desk job and how to address them for more comfortable hiking Safety tips for hiking alone The mental health benefits of connecting with nature and staying present And so much more! LINKS MENTIONED: Website: www.basecamptraining.com.au Follow Chase Tucker on Instagram Follo...

Episode 1: Welcome to the very first episode of the Outdoor Photography Podcast! Today, I sit down with Colorado-based landscape photographer, Matt Payne, to chat about: How mindset and the psychology of competition can impact the creative process How social media and advanced post-processing techniques have influenced the public’s perception of the natural world and of photography as an artform How to balance self-expression and creativity with maintaining the integrity or reality of ...