The Lucy Lumen Podcast

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A lot of us photographers are faced with the task of showing up online in new ways that might make us feel uncomfortable. Often the key to doing this successfully is planning.

Today I'm sharing how I ideate and script my content so I always have something to post! Part 2 coming next week and this will cover confidence on camera which I get asked about all the time!

Full show notes available at

https://www.lucylumen.com/podcast/hollismonkthayer

This week I sat down with friend of the pod and co-host of Emulsions, Hollis Monk Thayer.

Hollis is a writer and photographer capturing streets portraits in NYC on film. His eye for style and interesting people is undeniable and this is something we chat about!

https://www.lucylumen.com/podcast/websitetipsforphotographers

Full show notes with links and extended info from this episode

In todays episode I’m sharing some quick and very actionable tips on how to create a better, more fun photography website. You might have a neglected website or maybe you don’t see the value in having one at all?!

This episode will challenge that belief and also get you thinking more deeply about how a website can be game changing for your art or career.

Full show notes with links and extended info from this episode https://www.lucylumen.com/podcast/where-did-january-go

It’s nearly the end of January which means we are almost through the first month of 2025 and I’m wondering where you’re at with your creative goals or intentions? 

This episode is a quick check in to remind you that it’s not all lost and gone if you didn’t start the year off the way you had hoped. I’m offering a very quick accessible exercise here for you to follow along with or come back to when you have time. 

This episode title might seem harsh at first but give me a chance to explain and you will hopefully understand what I'm getting at. I think this is something that not enough people talk about and it is an unfortunate or fortunate truth depending on who you are and how you look at it.

Full show notes available at⁠ www.lucylumen.com/podcast/why-no-one-cares-about-your-photography

I have an absolutely amazing interview episode with Wesley Verhoeve for you guys to get stuck into. There are so many moments throughout this conversation that made me truly see everything coming into place and making sense as a creative. I feel like it gave me so much clarity and grounded me, so I hope it does the same for you. 

Full show notes available at https://www.lucylumen.com/podcast/wesley-verhoeve⁠

My confessions as a former gatekeeper

Full podcast show notes can be found here

www.www.lucylumen.com/podcast/in-defence-of-gatekeeping

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Hey everyone, welcome to the new year! After a chaotic 2024, I’m ready to be more intentional with my time and energy, and I’m sure many of you feel the same way.

To kick things off, I’ve brought in my good friend Matt Murray from Matt Loves Cameras to help us break down and rank a bunch of creative side hustles. We’ll dive into what it’s really like to start, grow, and earn from different creative outlets.

Full show notes with links and extended info from this episode AVAILABLE HERE or www.lucylumen.com

You know that feeling when you lose the spark for your hobby and feel disconnected to your creativity? It’s the worst and it can get worse the longer you stay in that rut. As we draw closer to the end of the year I thought I would share a few simple ways I have reengaged with my creative spirit and felt inspired to create photos and explore other aspects of the world around me through different art forms. 

Full show notes with links and more information AVAILABLE HERE or www.lucylumen.com

Ever thought about selling your photographic prints? We all have and I encourage you to go ahead with it but before you do here are 3 things you need to know to ensure you don't feel disheartened and disappointed. I'm covering both online and IRL sale styles here so it's relevant to everyone wanting to embark on selling their art.