Outdoor Photography Podcast: Recent Episodes
Brenda Petrella
Join Brenda Petrella from Outdoor Photography School as she sits down with top landscape and nature photographers and leaders in the outdoor industry to unpack their approaches to creativity, connecting with nature, and working safely and comfortably in the natural world. This weekly podcast is a mix of interviews and quick tip episodes. The Tidbit Tuesday episodes include nuggets of practical information and a Q&A section where Brenda answers your submitted questions. Be sure to follow the podcast on your favorite podcast player and get ready to be inspired to create better images and reconnect with nature!
It’s been a long time! Today I share an important announcement about the upcoming Out of Chicago LIVE! Online Photography Conference (which you won’t want to miss!), and I talk a bit about why the podcast has been on an extended pause. Thanks for listening!
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Today, I share a brief update on some changes happening in my personal life and why I need to temporarily pause the podcast.
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Episode 84: Today, we’re paying tribute to the last ten incredible guests we’ve had on the podcast. Each of them has shared their wisdom and valuable perspectives about photography, creativity, composition, and connecting with nature. This special Tidbit Tuesday is a compilation of their responses to the last question I ask, which is: What does connecting with nature mean to you? Their responses are touching and thought-provoking, and I hope they inspire you to consider what connecting with nature means to you, too. Please enjoy!
GUEST WEBSITES:
Episode 63: Alyce Bender
Episode 65: Justin Black
Episode 67: David Thompson
Episode 69: Viktoria Haack
Episode 71: David Johnston
Episode 73: Ben Williamson
Episode 75: Colleen Gara
Episode 77: Anna Morgan
Episode 79: Kristen Ryan
Episode 83: Charles Needle
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Episode 83: Today I sit down with award-winning fine art photographer, Charles Needle, to chat about:
- How photography helped him recover from a debilitating illness
- The benefits of having a mindful approach to photography
- Photographers who mentored him early in his photography journey and helped him to find his vision and encouraged him to teach photography
- Photography as a subtractive art
- How to let the subject speak to you
- Why you should consider using a smartphone over a DSLR or mirrorless camera for creative photography
- What the differences and similarities are between macrophotography, abstract photography, and impressionistic photography
- The key types of contrast that generally work well for impressionistic photography
- Technical and creative tips on using techniques like intentional camera movement (ICM) and multiple exposures (ME) - even with a smartphone!
- Compositional elements and assets he looks for when creating abstracts and impressionistic images
- Compositional tips for abstract and impressionistic photography
- Photography as a performance art
- Charles answers your submitted macrophotography questions
- And much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://charlesneedlephoto.com/
Impressionistic Photography, by Charles Needle
Creative Macro Photography, by Charles Needle
Charles’ Gear Recommendations
Charles’ free Multiple Exposure Script for Photoshop
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Nancy Rotenberg
Freeman Patterson
Topaz Gigapixel AI
Slow Shutter Cam App
Average Camera Pro App
The Plamp
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Episode 82: Welcome to a special edition of Tidbit Tuesday featuring YOUR best, favorite, or most unusual outdoor photography tidbits! A huge thank you to each of the listeners who contributed to this episode! It’s packed with great ideas.
LINKS MENTIONED:
The listeners who contributed to this episode are listed below with their websites and social media handles if they shared them. Be sure to check out and support their work!
Paul Rodden
Denise Lehenbauer
Egídio Leitão: https://egidio.photography/
Follow Egídio on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/egidiotx/
Chris Sobczak
Jim Moyer
John Van't Land
Jim Klosiewski
Julie Picardi: https://www.juliepicardiphotography.com/
Follow Julie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jules8908/ and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliepicardiphotography
Gary Danis
Tinkle Belle
Topaz DeNoise AI
Learn How to Use the Intersect Masks in Lightroom with Nigel Danson
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Episode 81: Today I sit down with six of seven members of the esteemed Photo Cascadia team, to chat about:
- How the collective got started and what keeps them going strong
- The inspiration behind their newest book, Washington Evergreen: Land of Nature Wonders
- The diverse photographic opportunities found in the seven regions of Washington
- Preparation tips for exploring remote wilderness areas
- Some funny stories from the trail
- Reflections on our relationship with nature and our positive and negative impacts
- Turning points in their respective photography careers that challenged them creatively or contributed to their growth as photographers
- What the photographers want to express through their photography
- And much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://www.photocascadia.com/
Order Washington Evergreen: Land of Nature Wonders, by Photo Cascadia
Follow Photo Cascadia on Instagram
Team Members:
Erin Babnik: http://www.erinbabnik.com/
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Sean Bagshaw: http://www.outdoorexposurephoto.com/
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David Cobb: http://www.dmcobbphoto.com/
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Adrian Klein: http://www.adrianklein.com/
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Kevin McNeal: http://www.kevinmcnealphotography.com/
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Chip Phillips: http://www.chipphillipsphotography.com/
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Zack Schnepf: http://www.zschnepf.com/
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Episode 80: In today’s quick Tidbit Tuesday, I share five quick tips on how to protect yourself from contracting a tick-borne illness after spending time in nature. Ticks are prevalent all over the world, and while their bites are sometimes harmless, they can also transmit pathogens that cause pretty debilitating diseases. Preventing bites in the first place can go a long way in keeping you safe from these little critters.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Submit your favorite photography or outdoor tip for a special Tidbit Tuesday featuring our listeners by Sunday Oct 16, 2022 here: https://www.speakpipe.com/OutdoorPhotographyPodcast or go to https://www.outdoorphotographypodcast.com and click the “Submit a Question” button to record your voice message. Be sure to include your photography website and/or social media handle in your recording!
Informational Links:
Outdoor Photography School Tick Safety Guide
How to Safely Remove a Tick Video
Symptoms of Tick-Borne Illnesses (CDC)
Environmental Protection Agency’s Repellent Search Tool
List of Repellents Safe for Skin
Note: Some of the resources below may be affiliate links, meaning I receive a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.
Product Links:
Sawyer Permethrin Products
Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent
Outdoor clothing companies that provide permethrin-containing clothing:
LL Bean
REI
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Episode 79: Today I sit down with landscape photographer, Kristen Ryan, to chat about:
- How taking photographs of her young children transitioned into her passion for landscape photography
- Her deep-rooted connection to the Teton Mountains
- Being responsive to the landscape rather than approaching it with a rigid structure or expectations
- How having a restrictive schedule of being a mom of four has made her be open to photographic opportunities as they come
- How her music background as a freelance harpist has influenced how she approaches the art and craft of her photography
- The value of practicing the technical side of photography when it comes fostering to the creative side
- Why she decided to offer women-only photography workshops and what they entail
- How she brings a mindfulness approach to her photography and life
- How she’s learned to get better at the ever-elusive work-life balance
- And a whole lot more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Websites:
http://www.kristenryanphotography.com/ ***Get 10% off mentoring sessions with code “OPS10”
https://www.womencapturemagic.com/
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Vero
Kristen’s article: 4 Ingredients to Impactful Landscape Photography
Zojirushi SM-SC60AV Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Mug (affiliate link)
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Episode 78: In today’s quick Tidbit Tuesday, I want to turn the mic around and ask YOU a question! :)
LINKS MENTIONED:
Submit your favorite photography or outdoor tip for a special Tidbit Tuesday featuring our listeners by Sunday, Oct 16, 2022, here: https://www.speakpipe.com/OutdoorPhotographyPodcast or go to https://www.outdoorphotographypodcast.com and click the “Submit a Question” button to record your voice message. Be sure to include your photography website and/or social media handle in your recording!
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Episode 77: Today I sit down with nature photographer and writer, Anna Morgan, from British Columbia to chat about:
- Using photography as a tool to ask deeper questions
- How photography helps her to understand herself better
- The importance of observation in her approach to nature photography
- The concepts of finite and infinite play and how it applies to photography and life
- How her intentional approach to photography helps her to pay attention and be more mindful
- Her approach to creating photographs of natural abstracts and when she decides to use techniques like intentional camera movement or multiple exposures
- How to find nature all around us, even in urban areas
- Other ways to relate to nature and what is considered wilderness
- How her masters research in conservation medicine has influenced how she approaches her photography and how she defines conservation
- Systems thinking in conservation, ecology, and environmentalism
- And a whole lot more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://www.annamorgan.ca/
Use coupon code “OPS10” to get 10% off purchases until the end of November 2022
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Vero
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Recommended Reading:
Finite and Infinite Games, by James Carse
The Infinite Game, by Simon Sinek
The Wholeness of Nature: Goethe's Way Toward a Science of Conscious Participation in Nature, by Henri Bortoft
Art and Fear, by David Bayles and Ted Orland
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Episode 76: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I’m sharing four tips to help you create personally-expressive photographs. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Join Nature Photographers Network and get 10% off with code OPS10
Creative Self-Expression When Everyone’s a Photographer
Atlas of the Heart, by Dr. Bréne Brown
Episode 40: The One Thing That Will Improve Your Photography This Year
Compose With Clarity
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Episode 75: Today I sit down with Alberta, Canada-based wildlife photographer, Colleen Gara, to chat about:
- How her lifelong passion for the outdoors led to her path to becoming a wildlife photographer
- How having created portraits of people has helped inform how to create portraits of animals
- How to connect with and capture the personality of wildlife while respecting their space and normal activities
- Tips on how to minimize disturbing an animal while observing and photographing it
- Wildlife safety considerations and tips
- How to stay warm doing photography in winter
- Compositional tips for photographing wildlife to help best tell a story about the animal
- Her favorite animal to photograph in the Canadian Rockies
- The value of preparation (research), opportunity, and luck when it comes to wildlife photography
- The important role of predators in the maintenance and balance of the biodiversity and health of a region
- How to use wildlife photography to raise awareness around conservation issues
- How to get more young people involved in wildlife conservation and photography
- And much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://www.colleengaraphotography.com/
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Garmin InReach SE Satellite Communication Device
The Hitchhiker's Guide to Japan, by Will Ferguson
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Episode 74: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I share six quick tips for photographing the upcoming fall colors. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
OPS Article: How to Photograph Stunning Fall Colors: A Complete Guide
Episode 30: Understanding Histograms, ETTR, and ETTL
Episode 38: Should You Buy Filters? Landscape Photography Filters Explained
Episode 62: What’s Included in RAW format files?
Episode 68: Let’s Talk About Light [REMIX]
Compose With Clarity Virtual Workshop
New England Fall Color Prediction Sites:
New England Today Article by Jim Salge: New England Fall Foliage | 2022 Forecast
Yankee Magazine: https://newengland.com/
Fall Foliage Reports and Hotlines:https://leafpeepers.com/wpleaf/
Peak Foliage Map: https://newengland.com/seasons/fall/foliage/peak-fall-foliage-map/
Product Links:
Breakthrough Photography circular polarizer filter
Adobe Photography Bundle (Lightroom & Photoshop, affiliate link)
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Episode 73: Today I sit down with professional landscape photographer, Benjamin Williamson, to chat about:
- How he transitioned from being a musician and bartender to being a professional photographer
- The two-way street of curiosity when it comes to creativity
- What he learned during his time as a photo editor and staff photographer at Down East Magazine
- Balancing photography with a family of three kids under the age of four
- Feeling deeply connected with natural and man-made environments and the relationship between the two
- Finding inspiration in other photographers’ work and how to integrate what you learn into your own creative vision
- His approach to teaching photography and creativity in his workshops
- The value of doing photography every day (or as much as you can)
- How to find narratives in landscape photography while incorporating cultural stories and weather
- Some tips on reading weather forecasts and events
- And a whole lot more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.benjaminwilliamsonphotography.com/
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Ben’s photograph of migrating alewives: Liquid Migration
Ben’s Favorite Weather App: https://www.windy.com/
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Episode 72: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I answer a listener question about how to approach composition when it comes to creating natural abstracts. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Jennifer Renwick and David Kingham’s Reverence: Death Valley - A Lenswork Monograph
Sarah Marino’s 11 Composition Lessons for Photographing Nature’s Small Scenes Ebook
Erin Babnik’s articles on compositional patterns:
- Five Compositional Patterns Worth Finding in Nature
- Four (More) Compositional Patterns Worth Finding in Nature
Episode 13: Creative Self-Expression, Composition, and Letting Go of Expectations With Sarah Marino
Episode 19: Visual Perception and Cultivating Creativity With Colleen Miniuk
Episode 23: Creating Natural Abstracts, Slow Photography, and Photography Projects With Jennifer Renwick
Episode 34: Achieving Balance in Composition
Episode 43: Photography as Art is a Process with Erin Babnik
Episode 51: Get Outside Your Comfort Zone With David Kingham
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Episode 71: Today I sit down with Tennessee-based landscape photographer and educator, David Johnston, to chat about:
- How he got interested in photography and how and why he decided to become a professional photographer
- How his current podcast, the Landscape Photography Show, differs from the first podcast he started
- What he’s learned from his conversations on the podcast about connecting with your emotions through your photography
- The idea of “creative flow induction”
- The benefits of starting a YouTube channel from a business perspective and the impact he hopes to have as an educator
- Advice on how to start a YouTube channel
- How to deal with internet trolls
- Balancing work, family, and time for his own creativity
- How he manages to work two days/week so that he can spend time with his young daughter
- How he repurposes long-form content
- Things to consider before going full-time into photography
- His ideas around visual flow in composition
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://www.davidjohnstonart.com/
Follow David Johnston on:
YouTube
My interview on David’s Podcast: The Landscape Photography Show
Think Media
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Episode 70: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday topic was inspired by one of our listeners who wanted to understand exposure better. So if you wish to get a better grasp of the exposure settings of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO and even start photographing in manual mode, then this episode is for you. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
OPS Articles:
What is Aperture in Photography?
Aperture and F-Stops Explained
Which Aperture Should I Use in Outdoor Photography?
ISO: It’s Not What You Think
ISO: Why All the Noise?
Episode 30: Understanding Histograms, ETTR, and ETTL
Episode 38: Should You Buy Filters? Landscape Photography Filters Explained
Episode 42: How and When to Use Exposure Compensation
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To register for the Nature Photographer’s Network “Ask Me Anything” with Brenda Petrella on August 3rd at 9:00am (EST), go to https://npn.link/brenda-ama.
To become a member of Nature Photographer’s Network (NPN), go to https://npn.link/ops and get 10% off your first annual subscription with the coupon code "OPS10" at checkout.
Episode 69: Today I sit down with professional photographer and artist, Viktoria Haack, from British Columbia to chat about:
- Her winding journey into photography
- How photography has served as an open-ended creative outlet for her
- The creative benefits of being a generalist photographer
- How nature serves as the basis of all of her photography regardless of genre
- How doing different genres of photography cross-pollinates her approach to composition
- Balancing the expectations of clients and social media with her own creative pursuits
- Some of the challenges with working with human and animal models and the value of going without a plan
- Insights into how she creates her environmental portraits
- What it’s like working as a brand ambassador
- The benefits of switching to a mirrorless system
- And a whole lot more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.viktoriahaackphotography.ca/
Follow Viktoria Haack on:
Jack the Wolfskin on Instagram
Viktoria’s article on 500px: Why You Should NOT Specialize in One Type of Photography
Wim Hof Method
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Episode 68: Light creates everything we see - colors, contrast, shapes, lines, etc., and therefore learning how to “see” light is an essential step in creating more compelling images. Many of our recent guests on the podcast have emphasized how important understanding and knowing light is to improve your photography.
So, in this Tidbit Tuesday, I break down the different characteristics of light, how to effectively use whatever light you have, and how light shapes the mood of a scene or subject. This is a remix of an earlier episode (episode 18) in case you missed it.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Episode 16: What to Photograph on Overcast, Grey Days?
Episode 38: Should You Buy Filters? Photography Filters Explained
OPS Article: ISO - It’s Not What You Think
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Episode 67: Today I sit down with landscape photographer, David Thompson, to chat about:
- A story about the photograph that sparked his early interest in photography
- His relationship with creativity
- How being naturally curious has shaped his approach to photography
- The importance of accepting failure as part of the learning process
- How composing small scenes has changed how he composes grand landscapes
- How to achieve visual flow with your subject, structures, and other compositional elements
- How he continues to challenge himself in his photography
- His approach to composition and how it depends on what the light is doing at the time
- The importance of midtone contrast and luminosity in the way he post-processes his photographs
- Color cast - how it can negatively impact color separation and how to fix it
- Advice for finding your creative vision for your photography
- How to make landscape photography and the outdoors more inclusive and accessible
- A whole lot more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: davidthompsonphotography.com
Follow David Thompson on:
Flickr
Mention this episode to David and get 15% off of his post-processing Skype sessions for the entire month of August 2022 @ $149 for a 2hr session.
Parks Rx Program
Park Rx America
Develop a Park Prescription Program for your community
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Episode 66: In this special Tidbit Tuesday episode, I’m joined by landscape photographer and previous guest, Colleen Miniuk, to chat about:
- Different revenue options for turning your photography passion into a business or side hustle
- How to research and approach new clients and/or media outlets
- The most important question you can ask when working with potential clients
- The AICA-S Sales Framework
- Potential revenue sources for landscape and nature photographers
- Important questions to ask yourself before taking the leap
- And many more nuggets of advice and helpful tips!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Colleen Miniuk’s Website: http://www.colleenminiuk.com
Coaching and Mentoring with Colleen
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Episode 19: Visual Perception and Cultivating Creativity With Colleen Miniuk
Guerrilla Marketing, Jay Conrad Levisten (Amazon affiliate link)
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Episode 65: Today I sit down with professional photographer, writer, editor, and expedition leader and instructor, Justin Black, to chat about:
- What it was like working with Galen Rowell at Mountain Light Photography and some of the lessons he learned from Galen
- His vision behind creating Visionary Wild and the various workshop and expedition types they offer
- The role visual perception plays in how we interpret compositions and how we can use it to creatively and effectively compose our images
- What we can learn from studying other two-dimensional forms of art
- The importance of curiosity, experimentation, investigation, discovery, and reflection in one’s growth as a photographer
- Photography as a practice (couldn’t agree more!)
- The idea of purposeful photography
- His work with the International League of Conservation Photographers and ways that photographers can work with non-profits on conservation projects
- How anticipation and awareness help with visualization and responding to nature in the moment
- Using simplicity in compositions from the grand landscape to small, intimate scenes
- A whole lot more!
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Portfolio Website: http://justinblackphoto.com
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Workshops and Travel Opportunities: http://visionarywild.com [Use coupon code OPSCHOOL5% for 5% off all Visionary Wild Workshops and Expeditions booked in 2022 - programs themselves can operate in 2022, 2023, or 2024.]
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Justin’s articles and episodes we discussed:
Opening the Mind’s Eye
Photographing With Purpose
Subtracting the Universe
Episode 40: The One Thing That Will Improve Your Photography This Year
Recommended Books (Amazon affiliate links):
Mountain Light, Galen Rowell
Trust the Process: An Artist’s Guide to Letting Go, Shawn McNiff
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Episode 64: Today, we’re paying tribute to the last ten incredible guests we’ve had on the podcast. Each of them has shared their wisdom and valuable perspectives about photography, creativity, composition, and connecting with nature. This special Tidbit Tuesday is a compilation of their responses to the question: What does connecting with nature mean to you? As many of you know, it’s the last question I ask in the lightning round of each interview. I find their responses touching and thought-provoking, and I hope they inspire you to consider what connecting with nature means to you, too. Please enjoy!
LISTENER WEBSITES:
Elizabeth Miklavcic
Egídio Leitão
GUEST WEBSITES:
Episode 45: John Barclay
Episode 47: Talor Stoneand Ashlei Payne
Episode 49: Claude Fiddler
Episode 51: David Kingham
Episode 53:Justin Tedford
Episode 55: Cheyne Walls
Episode 57: Michael Frye
Episode 59: John Putnam
Episode 61: Sean Bagshaw
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5 Naturalist Skills That Transform Your Photography
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Brought to you by the Conservation Visual Storytellers Academy
Episode 63: Today I sit down with professional nature photographer, Alyce Bender, to chat about:
- Early childhood experiences that led to her passion for photography as a kid
- How certain skills she learned in the military have helped her with leading photography tours and how photography served as a creative outlet from the rigors of duty
- Why she continues to visit Japan for photography after having lived there for two years
- How living a nomadic, RV-based life for about a year helped launch her photography career
- Tips for traveling and doing photography alone
- Her approach to planning photography trips around the world and how she quickly immerses herself in a new landscape
- An interesting story about how a Google algorithm rabbit hole led her to a conservation project about Lesser prairie chickens
- How being a better naturalist will improve your nature and wildlife photography
- How she approaches wildlife compositions and what her “why” is for creating photographs of wildlife
- The story behind her first wild wolf encounter
- And a whole lot more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.abenderphotography.com/
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Bender’s wild wolf encounter
Journal of Wildlife Photography
Episode 7: Creating Images With Impact in Conservation Photography with Jaymi Heimbuch
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Episode 62: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday topic was inspired by two of our listeners who submitted questions related to what kind of information is recorded in raw format files and a question regarding raw files and color spaces. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Understanding Digital Raw Capture, Bruce Fraser
Rendering the Print: The Art of Photography, Karl Lang
Color Management Overview, American Society of Media Photographers
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Episode 61: Today I sit down with Oregon-based landscape photographer and educator, Sean Bagshaw, to chat about:
- How he transitioned from teaching middle school science to being a full-time landscape photographer and photography educator
- How he analyzed his own photographs and how that helped to improve his photography early on
- The importance of connecting with other photographers as part of his growth as a self-taught photographer
- How to translate what you connect with in the landscape into a compelling photograph and the importance of curiosity
- His approach to composition and the questions he asks himself when composing
- The role of shadow when it comes to being a student of light
- Understanding the three types of pixel values: luminosity, hue, and saturation
- Luminosity masks and why you may choose to use them in your photo-developing process
- How to know when to use different types of multiple exposure blending
- A whole lot more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.outdoorexposurephoto.com/
Follow Sean Bagshaw on:
YouTube
Producing Better Prints Video Tutorial with Sean Bagshaw and Zack Schnepf
Get 20% off all of Sean’s video tutorials and on the TK Panel with code “outdoorexp20”
Photo Cascadia website: http://www.photocascadia.com/
Sean’s photographs we discussed:
“Psychedelic Dettifoss”
“Lineage”
Atlas of the Heart, Brené Brown (Amazon affiliate link meaning I receive a commission at no extra cost to you if you use that link to make a purchase)
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Episode 60: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday topic was prompted by one of our listeners, who asked a question about when to create multiple exposures of a high dynamic range scene. I also discuss other types of multiple exposure blending used in landscape photography and why you might choose to use them. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Episode 24: How to Expose for High Dynamic Range Scenes
Episode 30: Understanding Histograms, ETTR, and ETTL
Colleen Miniuk’s article: It’s All About ME (Multiple Exposures)
How to Focus Stack Tutorial on the OPS YouTube Channel
Sean Bagshaw’s YouTube Channel
Helicon Focus
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Episode 59: Today I sit down with Maine-based landscape and nature photographer, John Putnam, to chat about:
- How his background in filmmaking led to how he approaches still photography today
- Documenting nature in an artistic way
- His decisions around opening a gallery on Mount Desert Island and the pros and cons of having a gallery
- How he balances his creative work with family life, running the gallery, and leading workshops and photo tours
- Connecting deeply with an iconic location and finding original compositions
- Keeping the carbon footprint of his photography business small
- A glimpse into his forthcoming photography book on Acadia National Park
- And more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: jkputnamphotography.com
Workshops: jkputnam.com
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Instagram
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George Eastman Museum
Frans Lanting
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Episode 58: In today’s short Tidbit Tuesday, I answer three of your questions about how my science background has influenced my photography, explaining aspect ratios and printing, and what a lens limit switch is and how to use it. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
“Ask Us Anything” - Linda Nickell’s Happiness Hour
Episode 11: Finding Inspiration in the Texas Landscape With Linda Nickell
Episode 25: Reverent and Responsible Landscape Photography With Karen Cooper
Article on Nature Photographer’s Network: Creative Self-Expression When Everyone’s a Photographer
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Episode 57: Today I sit down with California-based professional landscape photographer and educator, Michael Frye, to chat about:
- His early days working at the Ansel Adams Gallery and who were some of his sources of inspiration
- What the art and craft of landscape photography means
- How both light on the landscape and the light from within can evoke emotions and moods in landscape photography
- The difference between developing your vision as a photographer versus a personal style
- Creating personally expressive photographs from iconic locations
- Why do we photograph nature?
- The power of observation and releasing expectations
- Working with the light you have to create mood
- Balancing simplicity and complexity
- What makes a great photograph
- And a lot more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.michaelfrye.com/
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Jerry Uelsmann Obituary
Michael’s article on Simplicity versus Complexity in Photography
Michael’s article on What’s the Least Interesting Part of This Photograph?
Brenda’s article on Nature Photographer’s Network: Creative Self-Expression When Everyone’s a Photographer
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Light, Gesture, & Color by Jay Maisel
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Episode 56: As a continuation of our recent “how to photograph” themed Tidbit Tuesday episodes, today’s topic is how to photograph waterfalls and streams. Waterfalls and streams are some of my favorite subjects to photograph because they provide so many compositional opportunities, and they are a great subject on which to practice different exposure techniques. Today, I share some tips on gear, settings, staying dry, and more. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
OPS Article (with links to gear): How to Photograph Waterfalls, Rivers, and Streams: A Complete Guide
OPS Article: How to Measure the Hyperfocal Distance
Episode 30: Understanding Histograms, ETTR, and ETTL
Episode 38: Should You Buy Filters? Landscape Photography Filters Explained
OPS YouTube Video: How to Use Layers and Layer Masks in Photoshop
FREE Hyperfocal Distance Made Easy Ebook
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Episode 55: Today I sit down with award-winning landscape photographer, Cheyne Walls, to chat about:
- How his formal training as a photographer learning both film and digital photography shaped his approach to landscape photography
- Why he uses an ALPA 12 TC camera with a Phase One digital back
- How to use stitched images to create unique perspectives as well as large printable files
- Why he uses a light meter to help him with composition
- What filters he uses to get the exposure he wants in-camera (rather than blending exposures)
- How to be prepared to travel at a moment’s notice to do photography, including being prepared for car camping and/or off-roading (and our shared love affair for Tacomas)
- His goals for his YouTube channel
- The challenges and benefits of connecting with fellow photographers
- How to approach photography competitions
- Some tips on printing
- The pros and cons of running his own gallery
- And much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://www.cheynewalls.com/
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YouTube
Save 15% off Cheyne’s book, Miles from Los Angeles, with code OUTDOOR15.
Garmin InReach Satellite Communication Device (affiliate link)\
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Episode 54: Have you tried to photograph the moon only to be disappointed by your results? Perhaps it’s too small, or it just looks like a big white blob, or it’s blurry? In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I answered a listener question about how to photograph the moon, including gear, settings, and some tips on composition. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Episode 6: Protect Yourself From Ticks and Focusing in Landscape Photography
Episode 24: How to Expose for High Dynamic Range Scenes
Episode 30: Understanding Histograms, ETTR, and ETTL
Episode 46: Depth of Field Explained and How to Photograph the Moon With a Foreground
PhotoPills Friday Episode 5: How to Plan a Moon Image
PhotoPills Friday Episode 8: Tips for Getting a Huge Moon
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Episode 53: Today I sit down with Iowa-based photographer and educator, Justin Tedford, to chat about:
- Photography as a side hustle and balancing it with a full-time job and family
- Using intentional camera movement (ICM) as a creative exercise
- Structuring and pursuing passion photography projects
- Using photography to tell stories
- How to connect with and gain trust with your subjects
- Using natural light or external light sources to create environmental portraits
- His ongoing passion projects, including Harvesting the Heartland, Stories of the Iowa Farmer
- The pros and cons of selling calendars and prints
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: www.tedfordphoto.com
Follow Justin on Instagram and Facebook
Follow Harvesting the Heartland Project on Instagram and Facebook
Justin is offering listeners 35% off mentoring with him - contact him via justin@justintedfordphoto.com.
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Episode 52: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday is all about Milky Way photography, including recommended gear and accessories, camera settings, and planning. This episode is geared towards someone who is new to Milky Way photography or just needs a refresher. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
MeteoBlue
PhotoPills Fridays
Dark Site Finder Map
Dark Sky Map
Episode 48: How to Stay Safe While Hiking Alone
OPS Article: ISO: It’s Not What You Think
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Hoya Starscape Light Pollution Filter
Lonely Speck Pure Night Filter
Vanguard Tripod Stone Bag
Red Transparency Film
Camera Rain Jacket
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Episode 51: Today I sit down with full-time nature photographer and educator, David Kingham, to chat about:
- The pros and cons of living as a nomadic nature photographer
- Returning to in-person workshops post-Covid
- The benefits of getting outside of your comfort zone
- How to deal with creative burnout
- Finding inspiration through doing the work
- What he connects with in the landscape
- How to manage a business as an introvert
- His decision to buy and manage Nature Photographer’s Network
- Using post-processing to experiment and play as a way to advance your photography skills
- How landscape photography has changed with the advent of social media
- Much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Websites: www.davidkingham.com; www.exploringexposure.com (save 10% on educational products with code OPS10)
Follow David Kingham on Instagram
Join Nature Photographer’s Network (30-day free trial)
Creative Self-Expression When Everyone’s a Photographer
LensWork Monographs
Jerry Uelsmann (photographer known for “gathering assets”)
Creating Microcontrast in Photoshop
Nature First Alliance
Note: Some of the resources below may be affiliate links, meaning I receive a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.
Do the Work, Steven Pressfield
Steal Like an Artist, Austin Kleon
The Practice, Seth Godin
Perfect Bars (David’s favorite trail food)
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Episode 50: This (remixed) Tidbit Tuesday is a little more philosophical in nature as I answer two of our listener questions around photo manipulation - whether that is done in the field or in the digital darkroom. Is there a difference between photo editing and photo manipulation? And if so, where’s the line? Who makes that call? Should you disclose when you have manipulated an image? What are the implications if you do or don’t? Learn how this debate has transpired over the relatively short life of photography as an artform and how it can inform our decisions about how we approach our creative practices with our photography.
In this episode, I discuss:
- The practice of photo manipulation throughout the history of photography
- The debate about photo editing versus photo manipulation when it comes to landscape and nature photography
- Three points to consider when deciding how much editing is acceptable in your own photography
- And more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Brief History of Photography Blog from Not Quite in Focus
Professor Jeff Curto’s lecture, Photo History - Class 12 - The Manipulative Impulse
Group f/64’s Manifesto (1932)
National Geographic, How We Spot Altered Pictures
NANPA’s Truth in Captioning Statement
Kenneth Brower article in The Atlantic, Photography in the Age of Falsification
University of Washington Magazine, The Call of the Wild Beckons Photographer Art Wolfe
Guy Tal’s book, More Than a Rock
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Episode 49: Today I sit down with California landscape photographer and climber, Claude Fiddler, to chat about:
- How an early experience on the John Muir Trail laid the foundation for his passion for the mountains and mountaineering
- How to think about risk assessment and learning how to safely dig deep mentally and physically
- The photographers and writers who influenced how he approaches photography
- What makes a photograph a picture rather than just a photo
- The key element that makes a composition compelling and impactful
- The creative benefits of using a large or medium format camera
- Behind the scenes of what it was like to create his new book, Inside the High Sierra, and the legacy of photographers and climbers of this region he hopes to share through it
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.claudefiddler.com/
Claude’s book: Inside the High Sierra
Follow Claude on Facebook
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Episode 48: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I share some tips on how to be safe while hiking and doing photography alone. It’s a question I get often, so I hope these tips help you feel more prepared and comfortable when you trek out into nature. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Listen to the So You Want to Be a Photographer Podcast
My interview with Gina - Episode 39
Register for Out of Chicago LIVE!
Episode 15: How to Safely Explore the Outdoors With Courtney Harvey
Gear Recommendations and Resources (some of these may be affiliate links):
- Ultralight Watertight Basic First Aid Kit for Hiking
- GAIA GPS Navigation App (get 20% off Premium Membership with this link)
- Suunto Compass
- Garmin InReach Satellite Communication Device
- Articles: Introduction to Navigation With Map and Compass
- Bear Bell
- Bear Spray
- Emergency Whistle
- RoadID (identification wristband)
- Emergency Blanket
- Waterproof Matches
- Camping Firestarter
- Sea to Summit Ultralight Compression Sack
- Petzl Headlamp (one I use)
- Chlorine Dioxide Water Treatment
- SteriPEN Adventure UV Water Purifier
- Platypus GravityWorks Water Filter System
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Episode 47: Today I sit down with Arctic specialist and photographer, Talor Stone, and award-winning filmmaker, Ashlei Payne, to chat about:
- Their individual paths, experiences, and stories that have led them to collaborate on an impactful conservation project in Greenland
- How to develop a film and photography project from initial inspiration and story idea into reality
- How science and art can come together to create stories with global impact
- The details of their forthcoming documentary project, which will follow the small indigenous hunting community of Siorapaluk as they navigate contemporary challenges to their way of life and push the limits of community adaptation and cultural resilience
- The ethical approaches Talor and Ashlei are taking on their documentary project, including:
- Immersing themselves into the culture with community consent and building trust with the community before even picking up a camera
- Ensuring that a fair wage is paid to local workers assisting them with the documentary
- Providing a permanent archive of their recorded interviews in the traditional language of Inuktun - a critically endangered language with fewer than 700 speakers remaining
- How you can support their Kickstarter Campaign
LINKS MENTIONED:
Support the Greenland Film Kickstarter Campaign
Talor Stone:Website: https://www.talorstonephotography.com/
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Ashlei Payne:Website: https://www.tracingthought.com/
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Episode 46: In today’s short Tidbit Tuesday, I explain some important concepts around depth of field before answering a listener question about how to photograph the moon with a foreground and get both in focus. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Join me at Out of Chicago LIVE! 2022
Chrissy Donadi’s Let’s Get Organized in Lightroom Course (use OPS20 to get 20% off until 3/15/22)
Episode 12: How to Get Sharp Images + Thoughts on Location Sharing
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Episode 45: Today I sit down with John Barclay, to chat about:
- His unexpected journey into photography
- The lasting impact of his mentors, Nancy Rotenberg, Freeman Patterson, and others
- How to overcome negative self-talk or beliefs about not being creative
- How his photography workshops and contemplative photography retreats differ and the value of each approach
- How to create personally expressive images
- What is meant by contemplative photography
- The nuanced difference between “taking” images versus “being taken by” images
- The importance of being still to be able to see more deeply and connect with the landscape
- The benefits of GAP: Grounded - Aware - Present
- Balancing learning the craft of photography with being creative
- The parallels between music and photography as creative pursuits
- The importance of practice
- And a whole lot more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Websites: https://johnbarclayphotography.com/ and https://www.healingimages.org/
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Other photographers and resources:
Nancy Rotenberg
Freeman Patterson
Flint Sparks
Dewitt Jones
Rikki Cooke
Cole Thompson
Headspace App
Steve Van Zandt’s Autobiography - Unrequited Infatuations: A Memoir
Out of Chicago LIVE! 2022
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Episode 44: Today, we’re paying tribute to the last ten incredible guests we’ve had on the podcast. Each of them has shared their wisdom and valuable perspectives about photography, creativity, composition, and connecting with nature. This special Tidbit Tuesday is a compilation of their responses to the question: What does connecting with nature mean to you? As many of you know, it’s the last question I ask in the lightning round of each interview. I find their responses touching and thought-provoking, and I hope they inspire you to consider what connecting with nature means to you, too. Please enjoy!
GUEST WEBSITES:
Episode 21: Cody Schultz
Episode 23: Jennifer Renwick
Episode 25: Karen Cooper
Episode 27: Alister Benn
Episode 29: Brie Stockwell
Episode 31: David Hunter
Episode 33: Michele Sons
Episode 35: Chrissy Donadi
Episode 41: Juan Pons
Episode 43: Erin Babnik
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Episode 43: Today I sit down with photographic artist, educator, author, speaker, and Canon Explorer of Light, Erin Babnik, to chat about:
- How traveling independently as a small child helped her learn to travel with ease as an adult
- How she navigated the tumultuous time of losing her new home and all her belongings in a deadly wildfire
- Her core values that keep her focused, happy, and productive
- The one thing that inspires her to do landscape photography
- The photographer’s role in influencing cultural perceptions around photography as art
- Photography as art versus as a craft and the nature of creativity in pushing boundaries and making changes
- Embracing art as a process and a journey rather than as an endpoint
- The importance of practice and balancing internal and external validation in growing as a photographer
- Her approach to finding compositions and the role of stories
- And a whole lot more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: www.erinbabnik.com
Photo Cascadia: www.photocascadia.com
Follow Erin Babnik on:
Instagram (@erinbabnik, @oregon-my-oregon, @red-dawn-in-paradise)
Facebook
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Erin’s Red Dawn in Paradise article
Brene Brown’s Values List
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Episode 42: Today we return to our normal, more technically oriented Tidbit Tuesday episode with an explanation of exposure compensation - what it is, and how and when to use it in your outdoor photography. I tie together important photography concepts around exposure, priority modes, why histograms are better than camera meters, and more. I also announce the winner of the Backblaze license giveaway! A huge thank you to all who participated!
LINKS MENTIONED:
OPS Articles:What is Aperture in Outdoor Photography: Key Concepts Explained
Aperture and F-Stops Explained
Which Aperture Should I Use for Outdoor Photography?
ISO: It’s Not What You Think
Backblaze Online Backup (affiliate link)
Episode 30: Tidbit Tuesday: Histograms, ETTR, and ETTL Explained
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Episode 41: Today I sit down with wildlife and landscape photographer,Juan Pons, to chat about:
- How the right teacher at the right time inspired his journey into photography
- How his curiosity and interest in studying wildlife led to becoming a wildlife photographer
- His approach to teaching and leading photography workshops and why many of his workshops are all-inclusive
- Why winter is a great season for photographing wildlife
- The key skills, techniques, and knowledge for making meaningful wildlife compositions
- Tips on camera settings for wildlife
- How to connect with your subject without disturbing it
- And much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://www.juanpons.org
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Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
The BoilerPlate Rhino, David Quammen
Sign up for the Outdoor Photography School Newsletter
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Episode 40: Is there something that you really hope to achieve in your photography this year - something that you would really love to improve or to grow in some way - so that at this time next year, you can look back and feel proud of your progress? Well, I’ve been thinking about this a lot myself lately, and so in this short Tidbit Tuesday episode, I share with you how I’ve been approaching this question of goals and what I think is the one thing that will actually move the needle forward for you (and me) on our goals. Enjoy!
Recommended further reading:
The Practice, Seth Godin
Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear, Elizabeth Gilbert
The Artist’s Way, Julia Cameron
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Episode 39: Welcome to another special episode! This week, I’m thrilled to share with you a guest episode from the So You Want to Be a Photographer Podcast with Gina Milicia, where she interviewed me about my journey from molecular biology to nature photography, ethical landscape photography, whether HDR is overrated, the importance of learning how to read natural light, what portrait photographers can learn from landscape photographers, gear, settings, and more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
- Website: https://www.ginamilicia.com/
- Follow Gina on Instagram
- Listen to and follow Gina’s awesome podcast - So You Want to Be a Photographer
- OPS Manifesto
- Episode 18: Let's Talk About Light
- Episode 8: Four Steps to Finding Compositions in Landscape Photography
- PhotoPills Friday Video Tutorial Series
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Episode 38: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday is a slightly condensed replay of Episode 2, which was all about landscape photography filters. I explain the four different types of filters most commonly used in outdoor photography, the three that I think are the ones worth having, how and when to use them, what to look for when choosing a filter, and I answer two listener questions. So if you are considering whether or not to add filters to your photography kit, or whether it’s time to upgrade what you have, this episode is for you. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Informational Links:
Petapixel article debunking the use of UV filters on modern cameras
Steve Perry’s video testing protective qualities of UV filters
OPS Article on Aperture and F-stops Explained
OPS PhotoPills Friday Video Series
Color cast comparison between Breakthrough Photography filters and other brands
Product Links:
Breakthrough Photography Filters
Deep Sky Astrophotography Filters Explained
Hoya Starscape Light Pollution Filter
Lonely Speck Pure Night Filter
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Episode 37: Welcome to a special episode! This week, I’m thrilled to share with you an episode from my friend and wildlife conservation photographer, Jaymi Heimbuch, who hosts Impact: The Conservation Photography Podcast. Jaymi was a guest on our show in Episode 7, where she shared super helpful and practical advice on conservation photography projects and visual storytelling.
Her interview inspired many of you to start thinking about ways in which you, too, can use your photography to raise awareness around conservation issues you care about. But knowing how to actually get started and what kind of story to tell can be really challenging.
To help you jumpstart the process, please enjoy this guest episode from Impact where Jaymi shares:
- Three types of photo stories that can help you kickstart a conservation story project
- The benefits and challenges of each type of story
- Examples from Conservation Photography 101 students
- Which type of story best suits you for what you want to accomplish
- And much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
- Website: https://jaymiheimbuch.com/
- Follow Jaymi Heimbuch on Instagram
- Conservation Storytellers Academy
- Jaymi’s course: Conservation Photography 101 (Jan enrollment)
- Jaymi’s membership community: Wild Idea Lab
- Listen to and follow Jaymi’s awesome podcast - Impact: The Conservation Photography Podcast
- Episode 7: Creating Images With Impact in Conservation Photography with Jaymi Heimbuch
Jaymi’s Detailed Show Notes
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Episode 36: In this special Tidbit Tuesday episode, I’m joined by previous guests, Sarah Marino and Jennifer Renwick, to chat about:
- What makes photographing mud cracks so appealing
- How local knowledge of the landscape can help you find mud formations
- How geology and weather affect the formation of mud cracks, peels, swirls, and curls
- The power of patience and curiosity
- Expert tips and techniques on how to photograph different of compositions of mud
- How to respect the mud crack
- And much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Sarah Marino’s Website: https://www.smallscenes.com
Jennifer Renwick’s Website: http://www.jenniferrenwick.com
Episode 13: Creative Self-Expression, Composition, and Letting Go of Expectations With Sarah Marino
Episode 23: Creating Natural Abstracts, Slow Photography, and Photography Projects With Jennifer Renwick
Helicon Focus(focus stacking software)
Mud Articles from Sarah and Jennifer:
Behind the Shot: Mojave Desert Mud Cracks
A Tale of a Flood and Mud
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Episode 35: Today I sit down with Pennsylvania-based landscape, nature, and travel photographer and educator, Chrissy Donadi, to chat about:
- Her unexpected path into photography
- Balancing the technical and creative aspects of photography
- Some tips on how to keep Lightroom running efficiently and keeping your catalog organized
- The challenges and joys of hiking with dogs and children
- How motherhood has changed the way she sees and connects with the landscape
- The importance of tinkering when it comes to staying inspired
- And more!
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Website: www.chrissydonadi.com
Chrissy’s Organize Your Photos in Lightroom Tutorial (coming in Jan 2022)
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Episode 34: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I answer a listener question about how to achieve balance in photography composition. We chat about what balance is, what role balance plays in evoking certain emotions, how we can effectively use balance to create compelling photos, and more. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Episode 25: Reverent and Responsible Landscape Photography With Karen Cooper
Episode 27: Creative Living and Expressive Photography With Alister Benn
OPS Video Tutorial: Ready or Not, Here I Crop! Full Show Notes
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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 photography
- The benefits of getting outside of your comfort zone and finding new ways of composing images
- Creating natural abstracts with intentional camera movement (ICM)
- How to predict and find foggy conditions
- Converting her Honda Element into a campervan
- And more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.michelesonsphotography.com/
Follow Michele Sons on Instagram
Follow Michele Sons on Facebook
Appalachian Dreams Poster Series (get 15% off your purchase with OPS15 at checkout!)
Feminine Landscape Series
Winter Haiku
Storytelling Series: Into the Universe
Meteoblue App (Apple)
Meteoblue App (Google)
USAirNet
NOAA GOES Nighttime Microphysics Viewer
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Episode 32: In today’s quick Tidbit Tuesday, I answer two listener questions about camera sensor size, image quality, printing, and more. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Digital Camera Database
Episode 24: How to Expose For High Dynamic Range Scenes
BorrowLenses Rentals (affiliate link)
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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 challenges of doing macrophotography in caves
- Finding personal compositions in iconic locations
- How to be mindful and respectful of our impacts on the environment while doing photography
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: www.davidhunterphoto.com/
Follow David Hunter on Instagram
Follow Hunter Dav.id on Instagram
David’s Flicker Account
Episode 23: Creating Natural Abstracts, Slow Photography, and Photography Projects with Jennifer Renwick
Meet Your Neighbors Project
Nature First Photography Alliance
National Parks Artist in Residencies
Google Earth
PhotoPills
PhotoPills Friday - free OPS video series on how to learn PhotoPills
Photographer’s Ephemeris
Vanguard Tripod Stone Bag (affiliate link)
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Episode 30: Have you heard that using the histogram is a better way to assess exposure than your camera’s metering system? Are you still a bit confused on how to properly use the histogram, and it means to expose to the right (ETTR) or expose to the left (ETTL)? Do you know the difference between the luminosity and RGB histograms and what each can tell you about your exposure? In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I breakdown what histograms are, how to read them, and how to use them to assess your exposure settings and more. Enjoy!
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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 value of printing images
- Being active on social media
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.creativemindscoach.com/ [Mention the “Outdoor Photography Podcast” and book a discovery call with Brie that includes a free 45-minute coaching mini-session. Details are on her website]
Follow Brie Stockwell on Instagram
Follow Brie Stockwell on Twitter
Follow A Creative Affair Podcast Series
Clubhouse: Brie Stockwell
Artist’s View Catcher (affiliate link)
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Episode 28: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I answer a listener question about camera backpacks - specifically waterproof (not just water-resistant) camera backpack options. I also give some tips on how to protect your camera gear while spending time in the great outdoors. Enjoy!
OPS Article: Gear You Need for Outdoor Photography
OPS Video: How to Protect Your Camera in Bad Weather
OPS Video: Camera Bag Hack
Episode 17: Exploration, Conservation, and Empathy With Charles Bergman
North American Nature Photography Association
RAND Photography Insurance
Thank you to our contributing guests, Charles Bergman and Talor Stone, for their helpful advice!
Product Links:
Note: Some of the resources below may be affiliate links, meaning I receive a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.
Gura Gear Waterproof Camera Backpacks
Geckobrands Waterproof Paddler Backpack 30L
MindShift Stash Master Top Load Insert
Leki Lite CORE-TEC Anti-shock Hiking Poles (I use these)
Peak Design Softshell Camera Cover
Lenscoat Raincoats
Ruggard Camera Rain Cover
Microfiber Cloths
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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 atmosphere and how they allow us to compose more creatively
- How openness, acceptance, and non-judgment cultivate creativity
- Finding your creative voice through failures, experiments, practice, and play
- How color can blind us somewhat to the strength or weakness of a composition
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://expressive.photography [Get 15% off any of Alister’s educational offerings on his website using coupon code OUTDOOR15]
Follow Alister Benn on Instagram
Follow the Expressive Photography YouTube Channel
Alister’s Luminosity and Contrast Theory Ebook
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Episode 26: In today’s short Tidbit Tuesday, I share six photography tips that will help you create amazing images of fall foliage. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
OPS Article: How to Photograph Stunning Fall Colors: A Complete Guide
Episode 2: Should You Buy Photography Filers?
Episode 18: Let’s Talk about Light
New England Fall Color Prediction Sites:
Yankee Magazine: https://newengland.com/
Fall Foliage Reports: https://leafpeepers.com/
New England Foliage: http://newenglandfoliage.net/
Product Links:
Breakthrough Photography circular polarizer filter (affiliate link)
Adobe Photography Bundle (Lightroom & Photoshop; affiliate link)
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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 appreciate it on a deeper level
- Her invention of Photolucents ® and other mediums and technologies as novel ways to showcase her images
- How she uses intuition and balance to find compositions
- Photography as a tool for creating change and as a way of healing
- Nature deficit disorder
- Responsibilities outdoor photographers have to nature
- Why she doesn’t share location information on social media
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://www.karencoopergallery.com/
Follow Karen Cooper on:
Article about forest bathing (shinrin yoku)
Parks Rx Program
Karen’s Ethics for Nature Statement
Information about “Big Lonely Doug”
OPS Manifesto
Nature First Alliance for Responsible Nature Photography
OPS PhotoPills Friday Video Series
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Episode 24: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I answer a listener question about how to deal with scenes with high dynamic range, such as a sunrise or sunset image. What is dynamic range? Do you expose for the shadows, highlights, or both? What’s a stop of light? I answer these questions and provide five tips on how to capture images with high dynamic range. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Episode 2: Should You Buy Filters? Landscape Photography Filters Explained
Episode 15: How to Safely Explore the Outdoors
ASPCA Poison Control at 888-426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline at 855-764-7661
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Breakthrough Photography X4 3-Stop Soft Graduated Neutral Density Filter
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Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
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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 structure their photography workshops and their approach to teaching
- Finding abstract compositions in nature
- Her approach to post-processing
- What expressive photography is and storytelling through images
- What Slow Photography Movement is
- Photography projects
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.jenniferrenwick.com
Follow Jennifer Renwick on Instagram
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Out of Chicago Live Photography Conference 2022
Slow Photography Movement
F-Stop Collaborate and Listen Podcast Episode 210 on the Slow Photography Movement
Nature First: The Alliance for Responsible Nature Photography
LensWork Magazine
Outdoor Photography Podcast Episode 4: Photo Editing vs Photo Manipulation
Outdoor Photography Podcast Episode 5 with Brenda Tharp
Outdoor Photography Podcast Episode 13 with Sarah Marino
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Episode 22: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I answer listener questions about planning images and my decision to switch to mirrorless. We chat about:
- Four categories of information to consider when planning an image
- Apps and resources for image planning
- The benefits of not planning images or compositions
- My decision to switch from a DSLR to mirrorless camera system
- Pros and cons of switching to mirrorless
LINKS MENTIONED:
PhotoPills Friday Video Series
Episode 14: Travel and Packing Tips for Outdoor Photographers
OPS Article: Gear You Need for Outdoor Photography
OPS Article: How to Photograph in Cold Weather and Stay Warm
Google Earth
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BorrowLenses Rentals
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PhotoPills Photography App
Nikon Z7 Mirrorless Camera
Nikon Z6II Mirrorless Camera
Nikon FTZ Adapter
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens
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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 only photographs with one prime lens
- Why he got off of Instagram
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.codyschultz.com/
Follow Cody Schultz on Twitter
Photographers who have inspired Cody:
Guy Tal
Michael Kenna
Clyde Butcher
YouTube channels that Cody recommends:
Ben Horne
Thomas Heaton
Nick Carver
Episode 10: Kick Your Photography Rut in the Butt and Q&A
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Episode 20: Today, we celebrate our 20th episode by paying tribute to the ten amazing guests we’ve had on the podcast so far. Each of them has shared so much wisdom and valuable nuggets of information about photography, creativity, composition, and connecting with nature. This special edition of Tidbit Tuesday is a compilation of their responses to the question: what does connecting with nature mean to you? Please enjoy!
GUEST WEBSITES:
Episode 1: Matt Payne
Episode 3: Chase Tucker
Episode 5: Brenda Tharp
Episode 7: Jaymi Heimbuch
Episode 9: Robb Hirsch
Episode 11: Linda Nickell
Episode 13: Sarah Marino
Episode 15: Courtney Harvey
Episode 17: Charles Bergman
Episode 19: Colleen Miniuk
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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 compositions
- How to cultivate a creative mindset and get into a state of flow with conceptual blending, pareidolia, and metaphorical associations
- Using verbal language to translate a scene into visual language to achieve your desired visual message
- Wallas Model of Creativity
- Some business advice to aspiring photographers
- Her photography advice column, “Dear Bubbles”
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: http://www.colleenminiuk.com
Follow Colleen Miniuk on Instagram
Follow Colleen Miniuk on Facebook
Colleen’s Photography Advice Column Dear Bubbles
Sheography™ Workshops
Purchase Colleen’s books at Analemma Press - Get 10% off her new book Photographing Acadia National Park, 2nd Edition with coupon code OPS2021 at checkout.
Csikszentmihalyi’s Flow Model
Wallas Model of Creativity
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Steal Like an Artist, Austin Kleon
Art and Visual Perception, Rudolph Arnheim
Perception and Imaging, John Suler and Richard Zakia
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Episode 18: Light creates everything we see - colors, contrast, shapes, lines, etc., and therefore learning how to “see” light is an essential step in creating more compelling images. So, in this Tidbit Tuesday, I break down the different characteristics of light, how to effectively use whatever light you have, and how light shapes the mood of a scene or subject.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Episode 2: Should You Buy Filters? Photography Filters Explained
Episode 16: What to Photograph on Overcast, Grey Days?
OPS Article: ISO - It’s Not What You Think
Submit images to the Natural Landscape Photography Awards and use code OPS15 for 15% off your submission: naturallandscapeawards.com
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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 continents to learn about and photograph 18 species of penguin
- What threatens penguin species
- What we can learn from animals
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://www.charlesbergman.com
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Charles Bergman’s book: Every Penguin in the World: A Quest to See Them All
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Episode 16: Do gloomy grey days bring you the photography blues? When the sky is drab and the light is blah, it can be hard to be inspired to get out to do some photography. But, even in these conditions, there are plenty of compositional opportunities. In this short Tidbit Tuesday episode, I chat about how to think about light, the benefits of photographing on overcast days, and share potential subjects that work well in flat even light.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Episode 13: Creative Self-Expression, Composition, and Letting Go of Expectations with Sarah Marino
OPS Article: How to Photograph Waterfalls, Rivers, and Streams
OPS Article: How to Photograph Stunning Fall Colors: A Complete Guide
Submit images to the Natural Landscape Photography Awards and use code OPS15 for 15% off your submission
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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 tips for your canine trail buddy
- Drinking water safety tips
- Trash and human waste disposal methods
- Fire safety tips
- Wildlife safety tips
- Steps to take to prevent getting lost and what to do if you do get lost
- How to assess and mitigate risk
- Treating hypothermia and hypothermia
- What level of safety and first aid training you should get
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://soloschools.com/
Follow Courtney Harvey on Instagram
Follow Courtney Harvey on Facebook
- SOLO (Stoneheart Outdoor Learning Opportunities) School
- Global Rescue Medical & Security Evacuation
- Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics
- Understanding Down Fill
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- Patagonia Houdini Jacket: Men’s, Women’s
- Patagonia Better Sweater Options: Men’s, Women’s
- Darn Tough and Smartwool Socks for hiking
- Garmin InReach SE Satellite Communication Device
- Packable Down Blanket (Woobie)
- Cravat Triangular Bandage
- Vet Wrap
- Rolled gauze
- SAM Splint
- More listed in the full show notes
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Episode 14: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I share some tips and reminders on packing and traveling with your camera gear. It can be tempting to pack everything to keep your options open, but bringing it all may be unnecessary and even impractical given your mode of transportation.
I share five questions that have helped me determine what gear is actually necessary to bring on a photography trip and to find that balance between what I want to bring and what I need to bring. These tips will help you weigh the pros and cons of certain equipment and assess what trade-offs you’re willing to take given the nature of the trip.
LINKS MENTIONED:
- Episode 2: Tidbit Tuesday - Should You Buy Filters?
- OPS Article: What is Aperture in Photography? Key Concepts Explained
- Carry-On Luggage Size Chart
- OPS Article: Protect Your Photos With This Backup Strategy
- North American Nature Photography Association
- RAND Photography Insurance
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Product Links:
- BorrowLenses Rentals
- Gnarbox 2.0
- Goal Zero Solar Chargers
- Garmin InReach SE Satellite Communication Device
- F-Stop Ultralight Travel Loka camera backpack
- F-Stop Pro Large ICU insert
- Atlas Packs Athlete Bag
- Pelican Air Carry-On Case
- Peak Design Everyday Messenger Bag
- Peak Design Tech Pouch
- Dry Bags
- Kavu Paxton Pack
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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!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: https://www.smallscenes.com
Follow Sarah Marino on:
Instagram (black and white)
YouTube
Submit images to the Natural Landscape Photography Awards and use coupon code OPS15 for 15% off your submission
Get 20% off any of Sarah and Ron’s educational offerings on their website (https://store.smallscenes.com/) using coupon code OPS20
Sarah’s 11 Composition Lessons for Photographing Nature’s Small Scenes Ebook
Nature Photographer’s Network
Nature First Photography Alliance
Make your own composition card with this Free OPS Comp Card Template (PDF)
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Episode 12: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday episode, I answer two listener questions about how to get sharp images and discuss four key steps to nailing focus in landscape and nature images. We discuss autofocus settings, depth of field, hyperfocal distance, image stabilization, and more!
Then, in response to another listener's question, I give my perspectives on sharing locations and what to consider when trying to decide whether it is ethical or appropriate to do so. I hope the discussion gives you some good food for thought! :)
LINKS MENTIONED:
- Submit images to the Natural Landscape Photography Awards and use code OPS15 for 15% off your submission
- Download the Free Hyperfocal Distance Made Easy Ebook
- OPS video: Where to Focus in Landscape Photography
- OPS Article: How to Measure the Hyperfocal Distance
- Mark Galer’s YouTube Video on Sony SteadyShot Settings
- OPS Manifesto
- Nature First Photography Alliance
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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 Happiness Hour
Brenda’s presentation at Linda’s Happiness Hour
Natural Landscape Photography Awards (enter “OPS15” to get 15% off your submission)
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Caddo Lake
Big Bend National Park
Guadalupe Mountains National Park
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Episode 10: Do you have days when you feel burnt out or totally stuck in a photography slump? Do you ever feel like your creative juices are just all dried up? Or nothing feels exciting to photograph? I know I do. In this episode, I share five ways to help you get through the photography doldrums and back to feeling inspired about your work.
And then, I answer some of your submitted questions. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Music clip: Diana Krall performing Pick Yourself Up. (C) 2007 The Verve Music Group, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
OPS Article: Protect Your Photos With This Backup Strategy
Recommended Photography Podcasts:
F-Stop Collaborate and Listen (listen to Episode 1 for my interview with Matt Payne)
Impact: The Conservation Photography Podcast (listen to Episode 7 for my interview with Jaymi Heimbuch)
Wild & Exposed Podcast
Vision & Light
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Creative Nature and Outdoor Photography, Brenda Tharp (listen to Episode 5 for my interview with Brenda Tharp)
Expressive Nature Photography, Brenda Tharp
The Nature of Yosemite: A Visual Journey, Robb Hirsch (listen to Episode 9 for my interview with Robb Hirsch)
The Art of Photography, Bruce Barnbaum
More Than a Rock, Guy Tal
Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop
Skylum’s Luminar
Backblaze
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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 conservation
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Website: www.robbhirschphoto.com
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Order Robb’s Book: The Nature of Yosemite: A Visual Journey
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Episode 8: Do you struggle to find compelling compositions in a grand landscape? This week’s Tidbit Tuesday episode was inspired by one of our podcast listeners who wanted some tips for creating compositions of wide-open scenes. I share a four-step thought process that helps me to identify unique and compelling images, regardless of whether it is a grand landscape or a small scene. I hope it helps you out as well!
LINKS MENTIONED:
- Make your own composition card: download Composition Card Templates
- Episode 5: Creativity, Visual Flow, And Finding Your Vision Beyond The Icons With Brenda Tharp
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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/
Follow Jaymi Heimbuch on Instagram
Follow Impact: The Conservation Photography Podcast
Conservation Visual Storytellers Academy
Wild Idea Lab
Watershed Sentinels Project
Urban Coyotes Initiative
Listen to Episode 61 of Impact
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Episode 6: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I share five quick tips on how to protect yourself from contracting a tick-borne illness after spending time in nature. Ticks are prevalent all over the world, and while their bites are sometimes harmless, they can also transmit pathogens that cause pretty debilitating diseases. Preventing bites in the first place can go a long way in keeping you safe from these little critters.
I then answer one of our listener’s questions on the topic of where to focus in landscape photography. Enjoy!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Outdoor Photography School Tick Safety Guide
How to Safely Remove a Tick Video
Symptoms of Tick-Borne Illnesses (CDC)
Environmental Protection Agency’s Repellent Search Tool
List of Repellents Safe for Skin
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Sawyer Permethrin Products
Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent
Outdoor clothing companies that provide permethrin-containing clothing:
LL Bean
REI
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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
Follow Brenda Tharp on Facebook
Note: Some of the resources below may be affiliate links, meaning I receive a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.
Creative Nature and Outdoor Photography, Brenda Tharp
Expressive Nature Photography, Brenda Tharp
Learning to See Creatively, Byran Peterson
The Photographer’s Eye: A graphic Guide: Instantly Understand Composition & Design for Better Photography, Michael Freeman
Nature First: The Alliance for Responsible Nature Photography
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Episode 4: This Tidbit Tuesday is a little more philosophical in nature as I answer two of our listener questions around photo manipulation - whether that is done in the field or in the digital darkroom. Is there a difference between photo editing and photo manipulation? And if so, where’s the line? Who makes that call? Should you disclose when you have manipulated an image? What are the implications if you do or don’t? Learn how this debate has transpired over the relatively short life of photography as an artform and how it can inform our decisions about how we approach our creative practices with our photography.
In this episode, I discuss:
- The practice of photo manipulation throughout the history of photography
- The debate about photo editing versus photo manipulation when it comes to landscape and nature photography
- Three points to consider when deciding how much editing is acceptable in your own photography
- And more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Brief History of Photography Blog from Not Quite in Focus
Professor Jeff Curto’s lecture, Photo History - Class 12 - The Manipulative Impulse
Group f/64’s Manifesto (1932)
National Geographic, How We Spot Altered Pictures
NANPA’s Truth in Captioning Statement
Kenneth Brower article in The Atlantic, Photography in the Age of Falsification
University of Washington Magazine, The Call of the Wild Beckons Photographer Art Wolfe
Guy Tal’s book, More Than a Rock
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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
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Chase’s Elements Program
How to Use Trekking Poles Properly Video
Daily Movement Practice for Hikers Video
7 Principles of Leave No Trace
Note: Some of the resources below may be affiliate links, meaning I receive a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.
Garmin InReach GPS Device for safety while in the backcountry or hiking alone
Chase’s Favorite Socks (Chase’s affiliate link)
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Episode 2: Welcome to our first Tidbit Tuesday episode, where I give you practical photography tips or outdoor advice and answer your submitted questions. Today, we talk about filters used in outdoor photography, which also relates to two of our listener questions.
I explain the four different types of filters commonly used in outdoor photography, the three that I think are the ones worth having, how and when to use them, what to look for when choosing a filter, and some recommendations. So if you are considering whether or not to add filters to your photography kit, or whether it’s time to upgrade what you have, this episode is for you.
I then answer three listener questions.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Petapixel article debunking the use of UV filters on modern cameras
Steve Perry’s video testing protective qualities of UV filters
OPS Article on Aperture and F-stops Explained
OPS PhotoPills Friday Video Series
Color cast comparison between Breakthrough Photography filters and other brands
Breakthrough Photography Filters
Deep Sky Astrophotography Filters Explained
Hoya Starscape Light Pollution Filter
Lonely Speck Pure Night Filter
Map of vulnerable trout lily
Trout Lily-Dogtooth Violet
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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 a scene being photographed
- The importance of putting nature first in outdoor photography
- And so much more!
LINKS MENTIONED:
Websites: https://www.mattpaynephotography.com/ and http://100summits.com/
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F-Stop Collaborate & Listen Podcast
Natural Landscape Photography Awards
Nature First: The Alliance for Responsible Nature Photography
Outdoor Photography School Manifesto
More Than a Rock, by Guy Tal
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Welcome to the Outdoor Photography Podcast, a weekly show created by Brenda Petrella from Outdoor Photography School!
Join us for in-depth conversations with top photographers about creativity, composition, and techniques, and with outdoor leaders about the skills you need to be safe and comfortable in the outdoors. Learn to use your photography as a way of deepening your connection with nature.
On shorter episodes, called Tidbit Tuesdays, Brenda shares practical nuggets of information about photography and the outdoors and answers your submitted questions.
Be sure to follow the podcast on your favorite podcast player so you don't miss out on new episodes!
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