Podcasts Posts - The Beginner Photography Podcast

#174 Dima Sytnik is the Cheif Technical officer of Skylum, the company behind the photo editing software Luminar. With their newest release Luminar 4 they promise to save you time when editing by using AI to assist in the most mundane parts of the editing process.Click Here To Learn How AI Can Speed Up Your Editing Workflow and Order Now!Use Code “BPP” for $10 OFF Your Order of Luminar 4!In This Episode You'll Learn:How Skylum got started in photographyHow AI can speed up our editingThe privacy concerns with AI and how Skylum solved themWhy Luminar 4 is different than any other photo editorHow AI Sky replacement worksMost common issues photographers face when retouching portraits and how Luminar 4 solves themWho Luminar 4 is perfect forResources:Learn More About Luminar 4 HERE Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show

#173 Misha Wynn is a luxury wedding photographer from Dallas Texas who today talks about how to be the best second shooter you can be!In This Episode You'll Learn:What is a second shooter in photographyWhy become a second shooterThe roll a second shooter plays with the main photographerThe biggest challenges finding a second shooterDo second photographers edit their own photosThe difference between a good second shooter and a great second shooterA misconception people have about being a second photographerWhat do you pay a second shooterHow to get your first opportunity second shootingHow to know when you can financially afford a second shooterHow to protect yourself legally when hiring a second shooterResources:Misha Wynns websiteMisha Wynn on FacebookMisha Wynn on InstagramSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show -

#172 A business model is a conceptual structure that supports the viability of a product or company and explains how the company operates, makes money, and how it intends to achieve its goals.Choosing the right business model is more important than you could know for creating a photography business that can support you and your family financially and live a life with less stress and overwhelm.The two business models that are at polar opposites of each other areShoot and BurnBoutiqueEverything else falls in between these two.Shoot and burn photography is focused more on high volume at lower prices. As a shoot and burn photographer, you are simply selling your time.Boutique photography is client focused shooting less volume but at higher prices. As a boutique photographer, you are selling your art and vision.In this episode, I go more in-depth on the two different business models and share how you can eliminate all competition. Resources:Picture Perfect Pricing LIVE Workshop - November 14th 6pm EST. https://lea

  #171 Gavin Wade is a wedding photographer from Orange county whos clients can not stop singing his name. You have to see the length of the reviews his clients leave about his photos. Gavin is also the founder of CloudSpot the Client photo gallery and delivery system that has quickly won over my heart. Today we are going to be talking about how to deliver a world-class client experience with your photography!In This Episode You'll Learn:How Gavin started his wedding photography businessWhy Gavin loves shooting weddingsHow many weddings Gavin has shotThe simple thing many new photographers overlook that is costing them successThe importance of focusing on the client experienceHow to ensure your photos are unique and personal for each clientSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Gr

#170 Vincent Pugliese is a photographer and business coach with more than 25 years of photography experience with both Sports and Weddings. He has built his business without spending any money on advertising or facebook ads. He shares how he did it with the only marketing strategy you’ll ever need to be successful.  In This Episode You'll Learn:How Vinny got the opportunity to photograph the Stanley Cup ChampionshipWhat makes building a personal network better than running facebook adsWhy there is so much push back on in person networkingThe simplest way to so appreciation to someone who has given you valuePremium Members Also Learn:How Vinny moved to a new state and booked a high ticket wedding the first day they movedHow to build relationships with venuesand a step by step process for who to reach out to and what to say when growing your personal networkResources:Download Vinny’s free audiobook “Freelance to Freedom”Vinny’s podcast “Total Life Freedom”Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at ww

#169 Shooting Film has always been seen as the purists’ form of photography. All mechanical and get it right in camera. Today with digital photography film is seen as the ultimate test of your abilities as a photographer. If you can shoot film you are great at photography. Today I talk about the stigma that shooting film has and whether or not shooting film is right for you!\n","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WyFKx-yW1Y","resolvedBy":"youtube","floatDir":null,"thumbnail_width":480,"authorName":"Willem Verbeeck","version":"1.0","title":"How I Develop Color Film at Home","resolved":true,"type":"video","thumbnail_height":360,"providerName":"YouTube","description":"In this video I show you how to develop color negative film at home. This is the easiest way to develop film. This process is very simple and it w

#168 Social media overwhelm is real. And after Kimberly in the Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook group asked of its importance I knew this topic had to be talked about. So today I share how you can be successful as a photographer without social media and tips on how you can simply remove the overwhelm of using social media to promote your photography.Resources:6 Step Photography Business Plan Canon drops photographer for lack of followersHootsuitePlanolyDan Milnor InterviewBeginner Photography Podcast Facebook GroupSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#167 With the launch of my course Auto to Amazing students got access to several live Q&A sessions with well respected and successful photographers where they could ask specific questions they had about getting started in photography. This is a mega interview with Photographers Nick Church, Matt Payne, and Andrew Hellmich.Resources:Nick Church PhotographyMatt Payne Photography F Stop Collaborate and Listen PodcastAndrew Hellmich - Impact ImagesAndrew Hellmich PhotoBizX PodcastOnline Photography Course for Beginners - Auto to AmazingSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#166 Emma O'Brien has been a portrait and pup photographer (as in dogs) for more than a decade. Her series "The Black Series" gained her international attention and raised awareness for shelter animals that I cant wait to talk about.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Emma got into photographyWhat came first people or petsWhy Emma left wedding photographyWhat was Emma’s main source of photography eductionThe hardest part about photography to learnWhere Emma got the idea for The Black SeriesWhen Emma first got involved with shelter animal photographyHow Emma keeps her subjects still and focusesHow to add emotion and story to your photos of petsCommonly bad info Emma hears being taught to new photographersHow to make money photographing petsHow to convince pet owners to the worth of pet photographySign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo

#165 Hannah Chia is a vegan food blogger from Portland Oregon. She photographs her recipes and then shares the delectable looking images for the world to see. Today I am excited to chat about the impact learning photography has had on her success.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Hannah got her start in photographyThe hardest part about photography for Hannah to learnWhy Hannah upgraded from her cell phone to a DSLR to photograph her foodWhat is food stylingHow to start food stylingThe importance of dishwareHow Hannah takes flat lay photosThe camera gear Hannah uses to photograph foodThe importance of lighting foodHow Hannah was able to keep her look consistent after moving across the countryHow many photos Hannah takes per recipeHow to achieve a photography styleSigns of an amateur food stylist and photographerResources:Vegan Food Recipe Blog Hannah Chia’s WebsiteHannah Chia on InstagramSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Ph

#164 Dave Maze is a professional camera gear reviewer for Kinotika and host of the Polar Pro Golden Hour Podcast. It is his job to tell you the good, the bad, and the ugly of the new cameras on the market so you can make better-informed buying decisions! Because lets face it, camera gear is not cheap. Today Dave and I talk in depth about camera gear and how to make the right decision for you! Click for a Full List of Photography TermsIn This Episode You'll Learn:How Dave learned camera exposureThe hardest part about photography for Dave to learnWhy Dave started reviewing gearHow Dave decides what to focus on with his gear reviewDaves takes on full frame vs crop sensor cameraThe difference between a $5000 camera vs a $500 camera and who needs whatWhat piece of gear Dave never usesCommon bad info Dave hears being taught to new photographersDaves take on the best travel cameraHow many megapixels Dave thinks is too muchDaves take on using two different camera manufacturersThe importance of ND filters and Pol

#163 Nur Tucker, an underwater photographer with decades of experience whos work has to be seen to be believed! Today I am excited to to chat about some of the challenges that shooting underwater presents!In This Episode You'll Learn:How Nur got into photographyWhat drew Nur to underwarter photographyWhat came first, Nurs love of photography or divingSome Safety concerns photographers need to worry about while underwaterHow Nur plans to photograph sea life like sea lions, clown fish, and turtles.How much preparation is involved to bring a camera underwaterNurs most used piece of gearThe underwater camera housing Nur uses to photograph underwaterHow to plan for your shot when you cant change lensesHow much creativity Nur has with all the constraints of being underwaterWhat you need to know to get started shooting underwaterResources:Underwater wildlife photographer Nur Tucker’s websiteNur Tucker on InstagramNur Tucker on Facebook Free Ebook! Picture Perfect Camera Settings Sign up to download! Send me the

#162 Photography can be a rewarding and fulfilling hobby. But it can be difficult to find time to shoot when you have a full plate with a family and full time job. Today I share 7 steps that will help you regain lost time so you can get out and spend more time shooting and practicing photography!Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#161 Daniel Milnor is a self proclaimed creative evangelist, disinclined to social media, film shooter his work can be found in the Los Angeles museum of art, and the George Eastman house. Today we talk all finding and telling the best story.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Daniel got started with photographyWhy Daniel went to college to learn photographyWhat Daniel hoped to learn by going to collegeIf Daniel thinks college is still relevant for photographersWhat Daniel has to capture to consider a shoot a successHow much of Dan’s stories are planned outHow Daniel goes about planning a trip and story to captureHow shooting film has made Daniel more connected to his workWhy Daniel swears off social mediaHow not being on social media has effected his workWhat Daniel feels is the best way to share his work if it’s not on social mediaResources:Daniel Milnor’s websiteblurb.comSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcas

#160 Aaron Nace is the host of Phlearn the educational website and amazing youtube channel focused on photography and post production with Lightroom and Photoshop Tutorials. In this interview we talk all about editing with all the options available for mobile!In This Episode You'll Learn:How Aaron got started in Photography and Photoshop TutorialsWhat a post production artist does and why Aaron considers himself equally a photographerThe difference between lightroom and photoshopWhy you should be editing on mobileWhat apps to use to edit photos on your phoneThe downsides of editing on mobile in 2019What you should do to your boring photos before uploading them to facebookand How to know when youre done editingPremium Members Also Learn:How new working photographers can improve their workflowHow to use mobile editing to your advantage with clientsThe best way to manage client expectationsHow to find the balance between perfection and progress to not waste timeResources:Learn Lightroom and Photoshop Tutori

#159 Chris Owens is the manager of photo operations at the Indianapolis motor speedway, home of the Indy 500. Today Chris talks about the logistics of how to cover such a large event.In This Episode You'll Learn:How Chris got his start in photographyWhat an indy car photographer does and the job title of photography manager of the indianapolis motor speedwayWhat Chris shoots monday through friday when there is no raceHow persistence paid off when trying to get hired as a race car photographerHow far in advance the photography team has to prepare for the Indianapolis 500Logistically how to photography an event as large as the Indianapolis 500How many photographers are on Chris’s staff and how they keep in contactHow to creatively photography race carsHow to add story elements in photosHow many pictures are taken of the Indianapolis 500What happens to the photos once the race is overThe one piece of advice Chris would give to any new race car photographerResources:Indianapolis 500 Photographer Chris Owens

#158 In todays episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast I share how a rubix cube made me a better photographer and how you can take the lessons I learned and apply them to your own photography journey!Interested in enrolling in Auto to Amazing? Click the link below to enroll now!https://learn.beginnerphotographypodcast.com/p/auto-to-amazingHere are some of my bad photos that I thought just because I was shooting in manual, they had to be great. As you can see, they were far from great!Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Get your Photo Questions Answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!

#157 Marc Silber is a best selling author, photographer, filmmaker, and producer of the very popular Youtube series Advancing Your Photography, where he has interviewed scores of some of the biggest names in photography. He started out learning darkroom skills and the basics of photography at the legendary Peninsula School in Menlo Park, CA, in the '60s, and moved on to hone his skills to professional standards at the famed San Francisco Art Institute. Marc moved into teaching photography in workshops all over the country, he became renowned as an engaging and helpful speaker and coach, as his greatest joy comes from helping others. He loves adventure and you'll find him out backpacking surfing or snowboarding, or maybe just chilling, taking a walk through Carmel with his wife and Golden Retriever. Enrollment is open for Auto to Amazing until July 31st! Click here to learn more! In This Episode You'll Learn:How Marc got started in photographyWhere Marc got the idea for his new book CreateWhat s

#156 GFWilliams is an automotive photographer from Great Britain. He has been ranked as one of the top supercar automotive photographers to follow online, take one look at his work and it’s clear to see why.In This Episode You'll Learn:How George got his start in photographyThe hardest part about photography to learnThe job description of an automotive photographerHow to create a story in your image when your subject has no faceHow much planning is involved in an automotive shootThe importance of light and artificial light The biggest mistakes new automotive photographers make Who hires Automotive photographersHow to book your first magazine shootSelling your photos vs licensing and how George is changing the industryWhat kind of gear you need to be taken seriously as a professionalResources:Supercar Automotive Photographer GFWilliams websiteGFWilliams on InstagramSign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.comConnect with Raymond! Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Commu

#155 Emily Brunner is a Performance dance photographer from Philadelphia PA who says She loves dance photography because of the way it allows us to see the movement, the lines, and the power in a way that we cant with our own eyes. Today she talks about the 1 trait you need to master to be great at dance photography. In This Episode You'll Learn:When Emily got her first cameraHow she started shooting dance even though she didn’t dance when she was youngerWhat goes into creating dance photographyThe different types of performance dance photographyHow much posing and directing the photographer doesHow important focal length is to dance photographyA simple trick that will make the dancer look better immediatelyHow to choose which lens to use when photographing dance photographyThe best way to photograph a dance performanceSigns of an amateur dance photographerA common misconception people have about dance photographyHow Emily booked her first dance clientWho hires the dance photographerThe best way to sell