The Beginner Photography Podcast

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The Beginner Photography Podcast episodes

May 20, 2019YOUR Photography Questions Answered!
#148 Today I take on your photography questions! Earlier this week I went live in the Beginner Photography Podcast facebook group where I answer group questions!
In This Episode You'll Learn:
How to get from where you are, to where you want to be in photography
How to get Lightroom Presets
Do you really need a full frame camera to be competitive
Are there any lightroom competitors that don’t have a monthly fee
Weather it’s better to use your cameras viewfinder or LCD screen
How to get started shooting weddings in a new city
When you should use Hard light
Do you need an external flash or not
How to use Flash Correctly
How to keep photos looking consistent in different lighting
Why your landscape photos might be fuzzy
How to run a photography business
How to not kill your love of photography
What focusing mode to use and when
How to know when your photos are good enough
Weather I use Photoshop or Lightroom more
Do the number of focus points really matter
How to get better at compositions
How to take great photos indoors without off camera flash
What settings to start off ever photo session
How to properly size your photos to send to clients
Resources:
Our Lightroom Presets
Lightroom alternatives
Learn Flash in a Flash online course
Guide to composition
BPP 50: Vincent Pugliese - How to Become a Super Bowl Photographer
Youngnuo YN560 IV Flash for Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fuji
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Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
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48 min
May 13, 2019Stop Taking Snapshots and Start Taking Photographs
#147 A lot of you are taking snapshots, thinking they are photographs.
Today we are going to break down the difference between them and I’ll share some actionable tips on how you can take less snapshots, and more photographs.
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Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

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33 min
May 06, 2019What You Can't Do in Auto
#146 The sad truth is, a camera is just a computer that does not know what it’s photographing or how you want to photography a scene. So when left in Auto mode a camera will just make average decisions and will strip you of all creative intention.
I willing to bet you did not invest in a camera to just take average photos that do not stand out. I am guessing you want to take photos that are both unique and valuable to you and the viewer.
So today I share what you can’t do in Auto mode to help give you the push to shooting in Manual.
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Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

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34 min
April 29, 2019The 5 Mistakes New Photographers Make
#145 Over the past 3 years of hosting the beginner photography podcast, I have not only had the chance to talk to some of the worlds best photographers but also talk to countless listeners. Almost immediately I started getting emails, questions. Then I started the Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook group 2 years ago and the number of questions of new photographers has exploded.
In that time I have come to see the 5 Mistakes New Photographers Make.
Today I share them with you and share how to avoid them.
1: New photographers think gear will make their photos better
2: New photographers do a lot of heavy editing
3: New photographers try to grow too quick without knowing the fundamentals
4: New photographers want to start to business before they are ready
5: New photographers do not give photography enough time

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35 min
April 22, 2019Running 5 Photography Businesses with Jeff Brown
#144 Jeff Brown was a photographer in the Royal Navy for 10 years before setting out on his own to start 5 successful photography business. Today Im excited to talk about some of the challenges he faced as a photographer in the service and how it prepared him in becoming a professional photographer. Jeff is the author of the book The Photographers Missing Link-ed In helping photographers make connections and book gigs through linked in.
In This Episode You'll Learn:
How Jeff got his start in photography
The rigorous process to become a Royal Navy Photographer
What the day of a Royal Navy Photographer looks like
How Jeff ensures he can capture beautiful portraits of heads of state quickly
How to know if your work is good enough to start charging
A difficult situation Jeff had to go through in his photography business
How Jeff went on to start 5 successful photography business
The most challenging aspect of running multiple brands
What makes Linked in a great place for photographers
What to do after you set up a linked in page
Resources:
Jeff Brown’s website
Jeff on Linked In
Jeff Brown on Youtube
Jeff Brown on Facebook
Jeff’s Photography Business Website
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Connect with Raymond!
Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!
1 hr 6 min
April 15, 2019Snapshots of Survival: Nature and Conservation Photography with Roie Galitz
#143 Roie Galitz is an award winning wildlife and conservation photographer who's life mission is to shoot photos that speak for those who can not speak for themselves. Having shot endangered animals on all 7 continents, Im so excited to talk about how we can make a difference in the world with our cameras.
In This Episode You'll Learn:
What is the job description of a Wildlife and Conservation Photographer
How Roie love of photography lead him to nature
Why Roie says learning the technical side of photography is the easiest part to learn
Why you don’t need to be “creative” to be a successful photographer
How to prepare for the unpredictable nature or wildlife
How are Roie makes bookings
How Roie has seen his photography impact the world
Recommendations for new photographers getting into wildlife and conservation photography
What kind of gear you need to get started with wildlife photography
What you need to know before you go out and photograph wild animals
The importance of having goals

Resources:
Wildlife and Conservation Photographer Roie Galitz Website
Roie Galitz on Instagram

Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

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Connect with Raymond!
Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!
56 min
April 08, 2019There Are No Answers In Photography
#142 This week I share a story of what happened this week in the Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group of when Kimberly shared what happened when she asked a friend and fellow photography educator for some feedback on her work and got a less than favorable response.
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Connect with Raymond!
Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!
31 min
April 01, 2019Take Great Vacation Photos that Leave a Lasting Impression with Mark Hemmings
#141 Today's guest is Mark Hemmings. A professional travel photographer and educator who in the next 12 months is scheduled to visit 5 different continents. Today I’m excited to chat and find out how we can take better photos of our own travels!
In This Episode You'll Learn:
How Mark got his unconventional start in photography
When Marks love of photography and travel merged
How to best prepare your camera gear for a trip you are excited for
How to avoid taking boring travel photos
How much gear you should bring with you on a trip
Tips to add more mood, feeling, and culture to your travel photography
Marks mobile editing workflow and how he travels and edits photos without a computer
Ways to best share your photos after editing them
Marks favorite location in the world to travel for photography
Resources:
Travel Photographer Mark Hemming’s website
Mark Hemming’s Instagram
Mark Hemming’s Facebook

Look at the contrast how much is hidden in the shadows
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Connect with Raymond!
Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!
1 hr 8 min
March 25, 2019Create a Vibrant Photography Community on Instagram with Co Hodges
#140 Co Hodges is the founder and one of the lead educators at the unraveled academy. A photography school and community that nurtures you as an artist. Today we are talking about building an engaged instagram following!
In This Episode You'll Learn:
How Co got into photography
Why Co started using Instagram late
What made Co fall in love with instagram
What Co attributes her success on instagram to, and how you can too
What kind of photos we should be uploading
Why instagram captions dont have to be scary
The best way to grow your instagram from scratch
What is instagram engagement and how to use it
Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

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Connect with Raymond!
Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!
1 hr 14 min
March 11, 2019The Power Of Personal Photography: Capturing the Magic of Everyday Life with Ashley Marston
#139 Ashley Marston is a birth and family photographer from British Columbia Canada. Professionally her work has received notable awards from the international association of professional birth photographers and personally, her work has been recognized by national geographic. In this interview, we talk about shooting professionally and personally.
In This Episode You'll Learn:
What drew Ashley into photography
The difficulties she faced when learning to use a camera
How she got 2 of her photos chosen by national geographic as photos of the year
The power of doing a 365 project
How Ashley makes time for a project 365
The difference between a lifestyle photographer and documentary photographer
When each would be appropriate
What excited Ashley about birth photography
What is a day in the life family session and whats the goa
Ashleys thought on the creative process
How Ashley puts herself in a creative mindset
How Ashley booked her first birth client
The best way to attract clients interested in birth photography
The biggest objections she faces and how to overcome them
What Ashley suggestions new photographers do to break into birth, with no experience
Resources:
Ashley Marston’s website
Ashley Marston’s Facebook
Ashley Marston’s Instagram
Sign up for your free CloudSpot Account today at www.DeliverPhotos.com

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Connect with Raymond!
Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle
Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/

Thanks for listening & keep shooting!
1 hr

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The Beginner Photography Podcast is a free weekly podcast hosted by professional photographer Raymond Hatfield who interviews world class photographers of all genres who share what they wish they knew…