In this episode of the Photographers Create Podcast, Anja Poehlmann discusses personal projects, specifically the 365 project. She shares her experience and tips for starting and maintaining a 365 project, including the benefits of personal projects, the importance of play and experimentation, and the value of documenting everyday moments. Anya emphasizes the need for flexibility and grace in personal projects, allowing for breaks and missed days without feeling like a failure. She also provides insights into post-processing and organization strategies for a 365 project.
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Personal projects allow photographers to explore ideas, test and play, and learn new techniques that can be applied to client work.
Starting with smaller projects can be a good segue into a 365 project, allowing photographers to build confidence and develop a routine.
Personal projects are an opportunity to capture and document the little moments in life that often go unnoticed.
Staying organized and having a system in place is crucial for managing a 365 project and ensuring that photos are easily accessible and editable.
It's important to use the equipment and process that works best for you, whether it's shooting with a phone, film, or digital camera, and finding a post-processing workflow that suits your style and preferences.
"Personal projects let me play and experiment without having to prove anything to anyone."
"Starting smaller is a good segue into a 365 project."
"Missing a day doesn't mean the project has failed. Keep going and find ways to catch up."
"Personal projects let me play and experiment without having to prove anything to anyone."
"Starting smaller is a good segue into a 365 project."
"Missing a day doesn't mean the project has failed. Keep going and find ways to catch up."
"Personal projects let me play and experiment without having to prove anything to anyone."
"Starting smaller is a good segue into a 365 project."
"Missing a day doesn't mean the project has failed. Keep going and find ways to catch up."
00:00 Introduction and Scheduling Collaboration
00:38 Getting into Personal Projects
02:55 Starting a 365 Project
06:41 Taking Baby Steps into a 365 Project
07:37 Starting Small and Building Confidence
09:29 Giving Yourself Grace in Personal Projects
10:37 Continuing a 365 Project
11:14 The Power of Photos and Videos
12:10 The Importance of Personal Projects
13:09 Filling the Gap in Photos
15:31 Keeping Photos Fresh and Creative
16:30 Finding New Angles and Techniques
24:48 Staying Organized in a 365 Project
29:13 Using the Equipment and Process That Works for You
32:04 Resources for 365 Projects
35:11 Conclusion and Where to Find Anja
My website: https://www.anjapoehlmann.com/
365 course (hosted and recorded for DFP Education): DFP education 365 course (affiliate link)
IG: https://www.instagram.com/by_anjap/
