The Beginner Photography Podcast

Inside the Creative Process of Making Photo Series with Dina Goldstein


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#583 Dina Goldstein is an acclaimed photographer and visual artist known for her provocative, narrative-driven imagery and a career spanning over 30 years. Dina shares her unconventional journey into photography—from her early fascination with how she saw the world, to a pivotal trip in her 20s that inspired her to take her first photography course. She discusses her drive for continual learning, willingness to make mistakes, and evolving artistic process.

KEY TOPICS COVERED

  1. Finding Your Path in Photography - Dina shares how she did not set out to become a photographer, but her distinct way of seeing the world and a curiosity about visual storytelling led her to the camera. She discusses her transition from aspiring actor to dedicated photographer, and encourages beginners to “just do it”—advocating for action and experimentation over perfection from the start.
  2. Embracing Mistakes and Gaining Technical Mastery - Dina recounts real-life stories from her early career, emphasizing how setbacks and mistakes—like disappointing film results or technical failures on major shoots—became opportunities for growth. She underscores the importance of preparation, learning the fundamentals (especially light), and practicing relentlessly before critical assignments. Her approach includes making and learning from mistakes, remaining humble, and valuing ongoing practice.
  3. Editorial vs. Artistic Photography - The episode dives into the distinctions between editorial work (client-driven, often for magazines or businesses) versus personal art projects (driven by the artist’s own vision). Dina explains the expectations, pressures, and creative compromises involved in each. She provides examples from her own career, contrasting the demands of magazine portraits with the fully conceptualized, collaborative productions required for series like Fallen Princesses and The Ten Commandments.

IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS & CONCEPTS

  • Editorial Photography: Photography commissioned for publications, shaped by specific requirements from art directors or clients, as opposed to personal, self-driven art pieces.
  • Artistic Eye: The innate or cultivated ability to see images, light, and composition in unique ways. Essential for transcending mere technical competence and creating meaningful work.

DISCUSSION & REFLECTION QUESTIONS

  1. How do your personal experiences and worldview shape the themes you explore in your photography?
  2. When faced with setbacks or mistakes, what strategies can help you learn and grow rather than lose confidence?
  3. What distinguishes a meaningful personal project from a commercial or editorial assignment for you?

RESOURCES:
Visit Dina Goldstein's Website - https://dinagoldstein.com/
Follow Dina Goldstein  on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dinagoldstein/

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