Fashion photographer Lara Jade on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

In this week’s show, we chat to fashion photographer Lara Jade about making it in the fashion industry,  working with light and her top tips for posing.

Lara Jade’s Bio:

Lara Jade is a fashion photographer who currently resides in New York City. She grew up in Staffordshire, England where she discovered her interest in photography at an early age. She later moved to London to pursue fashion photography full-time before making NYC her home in 2011. Through her ever-growing business, Lara has had the opportunity to travel the world to share her vision and experiences with an international audience.

Lara has also been fortunate enough to receive a number of sponsorships and accolades, most recently Broncolor, working on the NextGEN project. Lara was also winner of the Public Choice Award at the 2009 AOP Open Awards and has appeared as guest photographer on both Poland’s Next Top Model and DigitalRev TV.

Influenced by playful narratives, colour and elegance, Lara enjoys creating stories with a cinematic approach. She is inspired by elements of old masters in painting, romanticism and untouched beauty. As well as working on her personal work, she also tutors fashion photography workshops worldwide.

Be Inspired Photography Podcast with Lara Jade.

00:00 Welcome to Episode 16 of the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

00:36 Introduction.

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Lara Jade Interview on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

01:38 Lara Jade interview.

02:26 How Lara first became interested in photography.

05:50 How Jade made the move to becoming a professional photographer.

08:40 The importance of family support.

11:08 Jade’s style of photography and telling great stories.

13:28 The importance of pre-production.

15:33 Lara’s standard workflow.

19:11 How to work to a brief and still maintain your style of photography.

23:51 Set management.

26:39 What camera is Lara shooting with and what gear is she using?

31:23 It all comes back to window lighting.

35:05 What inspires Lara Jade.

36:53 Lara’s advice for making a living from photography.

42:55 Top tip for lighting.

45:18 How to pose and direct your model.

50:33 Where to find and follow Lara Jade online.

51:24 Who is Lara’s favourite photographer of all time?

Be Inspired Photography Podcast Episode 16.

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Fashion videographer and street photographer David Geffin on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

In this week’s show, we chat to fashion videographer and street photographer David Geffin about his digital workflow, sharpening your skills and why he shoots on film.

David Geffin’s Bio:

David is a photographer, videographer and video editor based in New York since 2012, and originally from London, England. David grew up learning the basics of photography from his father who was a keen amateur, turning the attic into a small dark room where they would develop and make prints.

David Geffin – Photographer and Videographer.

David Geffin’s video and editing skills have helped him win commercial clients since moving to New York, most recently working with Vincent Laforet for “Project AIR”, where he has provided commercial video content for Vincent and sponsors, such as G-Technology, Canon US and Canon Australia.

As well as providing video content for commercial clients, David works closely with a number of NYC-based professional photographers, including Peter Hurley, Emily Soto, Lindsay Adler and Erik Valind, producing branded and educational content for them.

Film Photography.

David’s focus for his personal work is in the form of candid street photography. David Geffin has spent the last year shooting film on the streets of New York as part of an ongoing project that aims to document the city and it’s inhabitants, as well as to sharpen his photographic eye.

While David embraces the world of digital photo and video, in the last year, he has found that going back to shooting film for his street work has been an excellent training tool to sharpen his visual eye and continues to shoot film every day in the city.

Be Inspired Photography Podcast with David Geffin.

00:00 Welcome to Episode 15 of the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

00:38 Introduction.

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David Geffin Interview on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

01:40 David Geffin interview.

02:03 David Geffin’s ‘breaking in’ story.

03:54 Becoming a professional and moving to New York.

07:27 David’s style of video work and still photos and why it changes over time.

10:09 Geffin’s standard video workflow.

14:38 What David has learned from working with fashion photographers like Emily Soto or Lindsay Adler.

18:15 Lighting lessons from cinematographers.

20:31 The collaborative process.

23:01 How the creative process changes depending on whether you are shooting video or still photography.

27:42 What camera David Geffin is using now for still photography and why he shoots on film.

33:32 David’s film photography workflow.

40:56 What inspires David Geffin.

43:47 What is David’s business model like and his advice for starting out?

47:03 Learn David Geffin’s top tip for street photography.

50:42Where to find and follow David online.

52:25 Who is David Geffin’s favourite photographer of all time?

Be Inspired Photography Podcast Episode 15.

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Portrait photographer Henk van Kooten on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

In this week’s show, we chat to portrait photographer Henk van Kooten about his background in nursing, photographs with depth and how to run a successful studio.

Henk van Kooten’s Bio:

I was born and raised in the small town of Veenendaal.

I have three brothers, one of whom is my identical twin, and one younger sister. My childhood formed me into the person I am today.

About Henk.

After secondary school, where I learned a lot, I was unsure of my further direction in life. This led to my having had a few different occupations: physiotherapy, psychiatric nursing, social work, setting up a workshop for the unemployed, mending and selling old furniture and toys, etc.

I decided to go to the University Hospital in Nijmegen to become a nurse and pursued that career for a long time. It was during this period that I met my wife, Christina and when our relationship began. We were married and were fortunate enough to have four beautiful, healthy daughters.

Work.

I worked as a nurse for a total of 14 years. During this time, I worked for a local photographer on a freelance basis for 8 years.

I was working in two completely different worlds, but there was also some common ground between the two. In the hospital I learned to see a patient as a psycho-socio-somatic synthesis. I learned to recognise emotions and how to deal with them. I learned how to look into their eyes and understand how they felt, and observed their body language. This training has been very useful in my photography.

I then decided to open my own studio in the town centre of Nijmegen in 1997, after 8 years of balancing my two careers. I finally felt free to do things my own way.

After a one-day seminar in marketing and lighting technology by the then BIPP photographer Leen Koper, I made a giant leap forward. I discovered and created new paths of exploration.

Personal style.

I was told I had distinct style of my own, which was seen as something completely new across the globe. This was something I could not get my head around at the time. I feel that defining one’s personal style is something others impose upon you. I just did what I loved to do and what I thought I should be doing. Luckily, my customers appreciated the way I did things; maybe in this way they even developed some part of my present style, since they were the source of my inspiration. My point of departure is that people should be able to create their own personal space; they can be who they are and feel respected for who they are.

Photography as reflection.

Photography is a non-verbal form of communication.

The final result should, I think, be called Art. And Art is in turn, a reflection of one’s soul. Art is envisaging to convey a language that people can feel.

The move.

We moved from the centre of Nijmegen to a new studio in the industrial area of Wijchen, about 10 kilometres from the town centre in late 2003. The unsure boy that I was had to start believing in something bigger than himself. I did this by giving workshops, master classes and lectures across Europe and the United States. Being part of the XXV in the U.S. was something I had hoped would launch my work in America and especially New York. I had already worked in Albuquerque, New Mexico, so I was ready for the real deal. However, my children’s education was more important. They are now of the age that they are becoming more and more self-sufficient. My wife Christina works full-time and looks after sales, marketing, networking, make-up and styling.

Qualifications.

After opening my own studio and joining the British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP), I started working on gaining qualification through the Institute. To my amazement, I got my Fellowship within 1.5 years. A spectacular result.

Art photographer Rob Woodcox on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

In this week’s show, we chat to art photographer Rob Woodcox about his creative process from beginning to end, photographing with emotion and why you should take the leap and follow your dreams.

Rob Woodcox’s Bio:

Rob Woodcox is a surreal portrait and fine artist born in Houston, raised in Detroit, and currently residing in Portland Oregon. EndFragmentHe exercises his talent for photography with a passion that is unquenchable and contagious.  As he creates each piece of his artwork, Rob strives to capture fragments of a vivid life sewn by the threads of reality, memory and dream.  Each concept is a declaration of his experience and strives to tell a meaningful story to each individual that views it.

His interest in photography began in the fall of 2009 and he started pursuing a full-time career in the fall of 2013.  He brings his natural sense of adventure, innovation, and youthful spirit into every interaction, and incorporates these facets into every image. Rob thrives on sharing his imagination and dreams with others; in the fall of 2013, he had the opportunity to have an image turned into a film as a part of Project Imaginat10n with Ron Howard and Canon.

Rob is also passionate about raising awareness for those in need and in 2013 used his photography to raise funds for foster kids to attend camp and to further knowledge of the need in the foster care system.  His collaboration with 4 others artists, Stories Worth Telling, raised 12K for foster kids in need.

Throughout 2014 he had the privilege to excel teaching other artists through interactive portfolio and technique building workshops.  He has taught in over 10 cities around the USA and Canada.  In November of 2014 Rob’s Stories Worth Telling series was featured on Yahoo, ABC and various other large media sites, re-energising the project and sparking a new initiative to raise funds for foster children.

In 2015 Rob showed his photographs in the historic Chinese Theatre in Hollywood to continue supporting foster children.  He will also bring his educational workshops to three new continents, South America, Asia and Australia.

When he is not creating photographs, Rob mentors artists, travels, explores the wilderness, cooks, and longboards.

Be Inspired Photography Podcast with Rob Woodcox.

00:00 Welcome to Episode 13  of the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

00:36 Introduction.

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Rob Woodcox Interview on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

01:41 Rob Woodcox interview.

04:19 Rob Woodcox’s ‘breaking in’ story.

03:27 How Rob made the move to becoming a professional photographer.

05:58 The scary first step of becoming a professional.

07:14 Woodcox describes his style of photography.

07:35 Rob’s business model of commercial work and teaching.

08:19 What is one of the most important elements of a great fine-art piece.

09:13 What is the guiding force behind Rob’s work.

11:01 Rob Woodcox discusses his creative process from start to finish.

12:42 Writing stories to get the final image right in your head before shooting.

14:54 Rob Woodox’s pre-production workflow.

17:20 A breakdown of Woodcox’s actual photoshoot.

19:24 How much of Rob’s work is created ‘in camera?’

20:56 Rob’s typical camera setup and ‘zooming with your feet.’

23:00 What inspires Rob Woodcox?

24:06 Playing with fire: DON”T TRY THIS AT HOME.

28:55 Rob Woodcox’s best advice for new photographers.

30:50 Rob’s top technical tip!

31:51 Details on Rob Woodcox’s upcoming workshops.

Wedding and portrait photographer Marcus Bell on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

In this week’s show, we chat to wedding and portrait photographer Marcus Bell about how he tells great wedding stories, his lighting techniques and why being prepared will help you to become a more creative photographer.

Marcus Bell’s Bio:

Marcus is the owner and principal photographer of Brisbane-based photography studio, Studio Impressions. His highly emotive, photojournalistic style, and his quiet, unassuming approach have made Marcus one of the most sought after wedding photographers in the world.  A self-confessed romantic with a swathe of awards to prove his technical ability, Marcus Bell is one of Australia’s most experienced and highly awarded photographers.   The Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP) has recognised his professional talent with an accreditation of Master of Photography, not just once, but four times.

Marcus Bell has been named Australian Wedding Photographer of the Year 3 times, Queensland Professional Photographer of the Year twice, Queensland Wedding Photographer of the Year 4 times and has won numerous international awards for his work, including the highly coveted Grand Award for Photojournalism at the Wedding and Portrait Photographer’s International (WPPI) awards in the USA and the International Wedding Print of the Year at the Prix de la Photographie in Paris. Yet, it is Marcus Bell’s quiet nature and his passion for people and their relationships, for families and touching moments, that makes him such a popular photographer with couples looking for something truly special.

Be Inspired Photography Podcast with Marcus Bell.

00:00 Welcome to Episode 12 of the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

00:38 Introduction.

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Marcus Bell Interview on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

01:42 MarcusBell interview.

02:28 Why Marcus first picked up a camera.

03:27 How Marcus became a professional photographer.

05:13 Bell describes his style of photography.

07:47 What Marcus did to separate himself from other photographers.

11:18 Why client’s opinions are the ones that truly matter.

12:33 What Bell believes to be one of the most important parts of wedding photography.

14:59 Marcus discusses his creative workflow.

16:39 Be prepared with backup plans to make yourself a more creative photographer.

18:50 What cameras Marcus is shooting with right now.

22:00 What inspires Marcus?

24:45 Why ‘life, love and family’ inspire Marcus.

28:42 How Marcus Bell overcomes challenges when shooting.

31:55 Bell’s advice for new photographers.

35:14 How to stay passionate when running a photography business.

37:20 Marcus Bell’s top tip for photographers.

38:46 Marcus talks about the design process behind his hand-painted ‘Impressions’ muslin backdrop!

44:37 Where to find and follow Marcus Bell online.

45:08 Who is Marcus Bell’s favourite photographer of all time?

Be Inspired Photography Podcast Episode 12.

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Art photographer David Talley on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

In this week’s show, we chat to portrait and fine-art photographer David Talley about his creative process from start to finish, challenging your audience on an emotional level and what you can do to improve as a photographer.

Seamless is also delighted to announce that we now an official sponsor or David Talley and Rob Woodcox’s world tour of photography workshops.

David Talley’s Bio:

David is an internationally recognised photographer, director, and educator operating out of Portland, OR. His work exhibits the darkest moment before an explosion of light, a story broken, but changed for the better, and the ability to transform the present problem in to a prospering future. David is the founder and creative director of the worldwide conceptual photography movement, Concept Collaboration, and teacher of the artistic-creation workshop movement, Create From Your Heart.

Be Inspired Photography Podcast with David Talley.

00:00 Welcome to Episode 11 of the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

00:38 Introduction.

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David Talley Interview on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

01:40 David Talley interview.

02:31 David Talley’s ‘breaking in’ story.

07:00 How David made the move to becoming a professional photographer.

09:29 Talley’s early clients.

11:02 David describes his style of photography.

11:41 Darkness and light: Where his ideas come from.

13:07 Challenging the audience to confront their emotions.

13:37 Talley’s not-so standard creative workflow.

15:42 What music David listens to before getting to work and why.

17:19 The importance of finding the right prop and his shooting process.

18:53 David’s post-production workflow.

20:33 The benefits of creating effects in-camera.

21:25 The camera David is using right now.

23:34 What inspires David.

25:11 How do you know when you’re done?

26:25 Overcoming obstacles both technically and emotionally.

28:09 Talley’s business model.

31:57 Talley’s advice for new photographers: 365 Day Project!

35:43 Top technical tip!

38:54 Announcing Seamless as an official sponsor of David Talley and Rob Woodcox’s international workshops.

43:47 Where to find and follow David Talley and Rob Woodcox online and learn more about the workshops.

Be Inspired Photography Podcast Episode 11.

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Portrait and fashion photographer Clay Cook on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

In this week’s show, we chat to portrait and fashion photographer Clay Cook about how he got started in the industry, mixing natural and artificial light and what steps you should take to define your own, unique style of photography.

Clay Cook’s Bio:

I listen to Lady Gaga and Lamb Of God. I love to blog.

I’ve always connected to people through language, art, film, music and creativity. I started performing music with 4 friends on stages and local clubs at the age of 16. By the age of 24, our act “(intheclear)” had grown to sell over 20,000 records and toured all across the nation.

Over the course of that musical career, I not only honed the craft of recording and performing live, but also graphic design and video editing. By the time the band split in 2010, I had designed hundreds of flyers, edited many photos and cut up tons of video footage. People started to pay me to do the same for them and my creative career flourished.

It wasn’t until December of 2010; I received my first DSLR camera as a gift. My love for photography blindsided me and began to snowball over everything in its path. I began shooting all in sight, from people and animals to beautiful landscapes; I wanted to capture it all. I’ve been blessed to know many creative people from all walks of life and have learned to mould and shape my vision of photography through their inspiration. And, many late nights on YouTube.

Now, with a sharpened eye and field experience, I’ve recognised my natural ability and true passion in advertising, commercial and fashion photography. Using the knowledge I’ve gained, I am not only able to capture the vision, but also manipulate it into art, bigger than life.

My work has been published in USA Today, Modern Salon, American Salon, ProSales Magazine, First For Women Magazine, Kellogg Magazine, Louisville Magazine, The Courier Journal, TOPS Magazine, The Voice-Tribune, NFocus Magazine, MOUR Magazine, Louisville Bride, STORY Magazine and Dark Beauty Magazine.

I have worked with NEXT Model Management, AMAX Talent, BMG Models, Sigal Models & Talent, Wings Model Management, COSMO Model & Talent Agency and Heyman Talent Agency.

I am a staff writer for FStoppers. I shoot Canon & Mamiya. I check Facebook every 2 minutes.

Be Inspired Photography Podcast with Clay Cook.

00:00 Welcome to Episode 10 of the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

00:33 Introduction.

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Clay Cook Interview on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

01:34 Clay Cook interview.

01:53 Clay Cook’s  ‘breaking in’ story.

04:27 How Clay become a professional photographer.

06:58 Cook discusses his own style of photography: Mixing natural and artificial light.

12:06 How he controls light and plans his shoots.

13:35 Clay Cook describes his creative process.

16:50 The secret behind managing lots of people on set.

18:53 Why collaboration is such an important part of how Clay works.

19:31 Clay Cook’s post-production worksflow.

21:01 What cameras Clay is shooting with right now.

23:02 Shooting on film.

24:05 What inspires Clay Cook!

25:39 What is the single most important thing Clay looks for in a fashion portrait?

28:09 Challenges on set and how Clay has overcome them.

31:37 Clay Cook’s advice for setting up your own business.

35:37 Clay’s top tip for portrait and fashion photography.

38:12 Where to find and follow Clay Cook online.

40:30 Who is Clay Cook’s favourite photographer of all time?

Headshot photographer Peter Hurley on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

In this week’s show, we had the amazing opportunity to chat to headshot photographer Peter Hurley about how he first became a photographer, his method for creating amazing portraits and why you should be shooting headshots as part of your business.

Peter Hurley’s Bio:

Let me give you an idea of the round about way I picked up a camera and found a new love. It and most of my life revolve around the sport of sailing. In 1993 after graduating from Boston University I hadn’t a clue as to what I was going to do with myself. That summer I was doing what I had done every summer since I can remember, racing sailboats.

In August, I won a National Championship and decided to train for the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. While training full time, a friend sent me to see a designer at Ralph Lauren, who was in search of real sailors to model in a Polo Sport advertising campaign. I had an incredible time and months later my picture was seen around the world. More importantly, I met a true friend and eventual mentor, Bruce Weber, who was the photographer on the shoot. Bruce continued to take pictures of me sailing and after failing to make the ’96 US Sailing Team, I found myself in New York at the start of a new modelling career.

Modelling led me into acting, but the dream of a gold medal still lingered in the back of my mind. After a few years, I dropped everything and decided to jump back in the boat and train for the Sydney ’00 Games.

It was during this time that Bruce encouraged me to start taking pictures of sailboats. My training paid off landing me a berth on the 2000 US Sailing Team. Shortly afterward, I took up the camera and while shooting a regatta I turned the camera on a fellow model/actor and friend of mine who had come along for the day. Those pictures ended up in his portfolio and created the outset of my new career. Since then my pictures have led me into advertising and my clients now include Levi’s, Reebok, DKNY, Johnnie Walker and Axe Deodorant to name a few. I am continually growing as a photographer and I’m so glad that my crazy path has landed me here with a camera in hand. I would like to give a special thanks to Caggie Simonelli, Bruce Weber, and Josette Lata for making this possible.

I have to add that during my travels I was fortunate enough to meet my beautiful wife, Yelly. She gave me the greatest gift of all when she gave birth to our twin girls, Mia & Oriana, in February of 2003.

Be Inspired Photography Podcast with Peter Hurley.

00:00 Welcome to Episode 9 of the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

00:33 Introduction.

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Peter Hurley Interview on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

01:30 Peter Hurley interview.

02:47 Peter Hurley’s ‘breaking in’ story and how he became a professional photographer.

08:53 How Peter first started to charge for his photography.

11:22 Why honesty in charging is so important to Peter Hurley.

13:03 Why headshots are such an important part of today’s photography market.

15:03 Peter Hurley’s clients; average people that want a great online presence.

19:18 Why having a single style of photography is so important.

21:45 Peter Hurley’s headshot coaching on headshotcrew.com.

24:47 What is the philosophy behind Hurley’s photography?

29:10 What’s the single most important aspect of a truly great headshot?

30:40 Out-to-lunch-itus.

32:13 How Peter draws the best out of people who step in front if his camera.

33:52 Overcoming obstacles when dealing with people.

37:20 What inspires Peter Hurley?

Fashion and commercial photographer Dixie Dixon on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

In this week’s show, we had the fantastic opportunity to chat to photographer Dixie Dixon. Her passion for photography and her desire to make a set as full of energy as possible is truly inspiring. We also get some amazing technical tips and great advice for breaking into the fashion industry along the way too.

Dixie Dixon’s Bio:

Dixie Dixon is a Texas born and bred commercial fashion photographer. Just a few years out of college, this 20-something’s career is unfolding one adventure after another.

She was given her first Nikon Camera, the Nikon FG, at just 12 years old, which peaked her curiosity in the field and served as her sidekick in exploring the world. She would continually clock seven to ten hours in the darkroom without even realising it. While in college she studied in London with a world-renowned fashion photographer and became deeply inspired by the beautiful illusion of fashion and commercial photography.

It has been said that her idealistic vision of the world is reflected into every single frame- full of life, beautiful energy, and most of all, Soul. Her passion has led her to shoot internationally in places such as Cannes, Toronto, Vancouver, New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Ibiza, and Barcelona recently for various brands, tv shows, commercial campaigns and editorial projects. Just this year she was named one of sixteen Nikon Ambassadors of the United States.

Sensuous and polished, her images create a dream world in which romance is always alive. Her fresh vision has attracted clients such as Disney, Advanced Beauty, Florsheim Shoes, Inside Edition, Nikon, Spencer Fine Jewelry, CBS, G-Technology, Profoto, MAC Group, Billy Jealousy, Nha Khanh, ProFoods, American Heart Association & Angelberry Organics. Her work has been published in Rangefinder, PDN, Professional Photographers Magazine, Dapper Magazine, Living Magazine, Beverly Drive Magazine, Nikon World and many more.

Be Inspired Photography Podcast with Dixie Dixon.

00:00 Welcome to Episode 8 of the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

00:30 Introduction.

Dixie Dixon Interview on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

01:06 Dixie Dixon interview.

01:33 Dixie Dixon’s ‘breaking in’ story.

02:53 How Dixon first became inspired by photography.

03:37 Dixie describes her own style of photography.

05:02 Only show the type of work that you want to get hired to do.

06:39 Surround yourself with wonderful people and make your clients feel comfortable.

08:13 Dixon’s creative process from start to finish.

11:36 What camera Dixie Dixon uses.

12:14 What is her go-to lens for fashion photography?

13:16 What’s involved in being a Nikon Ambassador.

15:19 What inspires Dixie?

16:42 The most important elements of a great fashion photograph.

18:37 Overcoming obstacles while out shooting.

20:11 Dixon’s business model.

22:55 The secret behind attracting new clients.

24:30 Dixie’s best advice for someone just starting out in fashion photography.

27:03 Her top technical tip for photographers.

29:11 Where to find Dixie Dixon online.

29:59 Who is Dixie Dixon’s favourite photographer of all time?

32:15 Thanks to Dixie Dixon for joining us on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast!

Be Inspired Photography Podcast Episode 8.

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Time-lapse photographer Shawn Reeder on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

In this week’s episode, we chat to time-lapse photographer Shawn Reeder about his love of nature, the technical challenges he faces and what it’s like to live your life’s dream as a photographer.

Shawn Reeder’s Bio:

I am a destination visual artist who specialises in photography, timelapse cinematography, &  filmmaking.  I’ve always loved the outdoors and had my life changed forever by winning a trip to Yosemite when I was 18.  Instantly I knew that I’d found my new home, the Sierra Nevada; so majestically represented by one of it’s grandest valleys.  What a wonderful introduction to “The Range of Light”, a place that has captured my heart, and provides a lifetime’s worth of places to explore, photograph, and just be.  Having hiked, climbed, photographed, filmed, and basked in the glory of these mountains; I’ve developed a deep love for the High Sierra and all its subtleties of light, mood, texture, and feeling.  Not only have I fallen in love with being in the mountains, but it’s heightened my appreciation of beauty in profound ways, and a through its unique culture, instilled in me deep revere for travelling.

Be Inspired Photography Podcast with Shawn Reeder.

00:00 Welcome to Episode 7 of the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

00:30 Introduction.

Shawn Reeder Interview on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast.

01:12 Shawn Reeder interview.

01:47 Shawn’s ‘breaking in’ story.

04:18 How photography changed Reeder’s life.

06:11 What exactly time-lapse is and why he loves it so much.

11:05 Why the slow process of creating a time-lapse helps you learn more about it.

12:15 Why Shawn still considers himself a photographer first.

15:56 Reeder’s creative process. The hard part of creating time-lapse.

19:10 Shawn’s planning process.

21:54 Which cameras Shawn uses and why.

22:58 How Reeder calculates his exposure for night photography.

27:25 What inspires Shawn Reeder.

28:56 What challenges face a time-lapse photographer and how does Shawn overcome them.

30:16 His top-tip for someone starting out with time-lapse photography.

32:46 Why Shawn mentors other photographers.

35:15 Reeder’s business model.

38:45 Seamless Spotlight update. What it’s like to live out your dream.

40:31 Where Shawn is off to next.

40:55 Where to find Shawn online.

41:58 Who is Shawn’s favourite photographer of all time?

43:15 Thanks to Shawn Reeder for joining us on the Be Inspired Photography Podcast!

Be Inspired Photography Podcast Episode 7.

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