For our very first episode, we invited Samuel Rodriguez, an exceptional photographer who sees the world through a different lens. Listen in as we talk about Sam’s journey in photography and how he used purple tints as a stepping stone to get to where he is right now. Whether you’re a photographer or someone who hasn’t even touched a camera before, his insights will surely give you guys a lesson that you will be able to take home.

Timestamps:

1:12- Welcome, Sam Rodriguez!

2:18- How have you been?

3:46- What have you been enjoying this quarantine season?

5:20- How exactly did you pick up your passion for photography?

7:56- How WALK THE MOON and pop-punk bands ignited his passion for photography

9:41- Have you been enjoying it? Is it stressful or do you experience pure joy?

12:00- "Photography is the perfect tool for empathy."

13:15- Who are your inspirations in the field of photography?

15:56- Who is the person that you idolize the most?

18:30- Uncle Iroh as a model for versatility and learning from others

22:45- What do you look for in a photo?

27:35- How else has photography affected your life outside the camera?

30:10- The best thing about photography

32:13- Is there something you don’t like about photography?

36:50- Who is a good photographer?

39:55- Advice/tips for people who want to take up photography

42:55- Things we learned

45:05- Where to find Samuel Rodriguez