Comedian Marc Mason once said, “Every status update is just a variation on a single request: Would someone please acknowledge me?” It’s been just over a year now since I have made any sort of status update, since I have made the choice to get rid of social media. Ben and I discuss this choice, speaking on the reasons behind it as well as how I have felt since. We also discuss screen time, which leads to a few astute observations on my end, specifically regarding how easy it is to get sucked into...
Jan 18, 2023•48 min
Back in November, I submitted thirteen photographs for Brooks Jensen of LensWork Magazine to review, as well as a few questions which I wanted answered. These questions had nothing to do with my photographic work; rather, they revolved around the business side of photography: how to market you work; how to price your prints; et cetera. A few days ago, around 11 o’clock at night, I received an email with the review. I knew that if I listened to it then and there, my night could be ruined, as well...
Jan 11, 2023•44 min
This week, Ben and I discuss how our holiday celebrations went, which turned out to be rather quiet for the both of us. Keeping in what appears to be a tradition of analog technology, I received a record player from my parents, along with a few records my mother had picked out. After discussing a bit about this analog technology - one which is coming back in much the same manner as film - we turn our attention to the idea of Patreon and free entertainment, a topic brought on by discussions had i...
Jan 04, 2023•52 min
Our conversation begins with a discussion regarding Ben’s recent trip to Hawaii and some thoughts he had while enjoying the warm weather, while the rest of us dealt with the blistering cold. One of his thoughts places us into our main conversation, where we discuss whether we must always be a photographer. We ask what that looks like for each of us, whether we feel compelled to bring a camera at all times, and more. The conversation ends with talking about both mental and physical health. Runnin...
Dec 28, 2022•50 min
Thoughts of a Hawaiian vacation and winter blues slows our conversation down a bit, as we initially struggle to find our pace, our topic, for the week. Sparked by a message posted on the Discord by Michael Rung, we begin speaking on whether we have ever hit a wall, experienced a period of funk, after having completed a large project. Namely, Ben retracts the statement he made initially, revamping his thinking. This brings us to speaking on success and productivity: how we define it, the issues w...
Dec 21, 2022•50 min
In this episode, we continue our discussion from last week around large format film photography and how to get started. Primarily, we speak on the topic of scanning your film - whether it is done with a drum scanner, flatbed scanner, or a digital camera. We then move on to questions sent in by you, the listener, over on our Discord server. These include taking about how Ben and I organize our film - both physical and scanned versions - as well as whether we would still pursue photography if film...
Dec 14, 2022•45 min
Though we often avoid discussing gear, as there are already plenty of resources focused on the subject, we have been getting quite a few questions about how to start with large format, so we felt it was time to sit down and give our recommendations. Given this is such a large topic, we are splitting this into two episodes: this first episode is all about the basics, including what cameras, lenses, and film we would recommend, as well as a few worthwhile tidbits of knowledge to pass along. In nex...
Dec 07, 2022•42 min
As we find ourselves nearing the end of 2022, we enter the typical period of self-reflection, looking back on what we had accomplished, as well as what we wish to get done come the new year. For myself, that includes the completion of a large eBook and, perhaps, the creation of a few presentations; for Ben, it means maintaining his status as a full time photographer, figuring out the intricate balance which is required by such a career. Our conversation spans the topics of retail jobs and Black ...
Nov 30, 2022•50 min
Ben has officially begun shipping off his 2022 Portfolio Box Sets, which brings up the topic of deadlines and how we deal with them on an individual basis. Primarily, we discuss whether we place more value on extrinsic deadlines, over intrinsic ones. This leads to a discussion about eBooks, once again, along with a bit of a tease regarding one I am currently working toward. Our conversation takes a turn toward the seasons we find to be most difficult, as well as our valuing of images which whisp...
Nov 23, 2022•47 min
We start this episode off by discussing the student teaching I will be doing in the spring, which will be a bit of a change to my way of thinking about the English language arts classroom and the curriculum around it. Namely, it seems there will be a lot more creativity allowed in the class, which I am all for. This leads to a discussion around business practices, figuring out the best path forward for you as an individual, and how good things don’t simply fall from the sky but instead have to b...
Nov 16, 2022•44 min
Ben recently came back from his Fall trip to Zion National Park, bringing with him a few thoughts worth discussing, as well as some lessons learned. We also managed to find some time to discuss two Discord topics related to printmaking and the procedures within. LINKS Chamonix Alpinist X iPhone SOS & Rollercoasters Michael Strickland Micron Pigment 02 Pens Landscape Photographers Worldwide Discord Michael Rung Jeffrey Tadlock Matt Palmer Episode 22 - Unlocking the Commons SUPPORT THE SHOW Jo...
Nov 09, 2022•54 min
Over on the Discord server, photographer Jay Tayag begs the question whether photography is considered an art or a craft, which led to quite an interesting discussion, though no solid answer may ever be etched in stone. After rambling on a bit, we found ourselves talking about electric vehicles and what the future may hold. LINKS Jay Tayag An Artist's Journey - On Landscape Article Ben's eBook Rivian R1S SUPPORT THE SHOW Join Our Patreon Join The Discussion Save 10% on your Nature Photographers ...
Nov 02, 2022•55 min
This week, we allocate most of our discussion toward zines and journals. Sparked by Ben’s recent trip to the Sierra Nevada, and his experiences there, we have seemingly come up with a fresh take on exploring new-to-us locations. LINKS Moleskin Journals Craig Mod - Walking Rules SUPPORT THE SHOW Join Our Patreon Join The Discussion Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code CODY10 at https://www.naturephotographers.network/?ref=codyschultz CONNECT WITH BEN Website: ht...
Oct 26, 2022•50 min
This week, we are discussing the realities of being a full-time photographer, as pointed by a recent video from Thomas Heaton. This shifts us toward discussing our own approaches to heading into the wilderness, including whether we should take trips without our camera from time to time. We end with two topic suggestions as placed by individuals in the Discord group. LINKS Leica Rumors M6 Heaton Video "Breath" by James Nester Smartwool Socks Simon Gulliver Roger Hyam SUPPORT THE SHOW Join Our Pat...
Oct 19, 2022•50 min
I recently made my way down to Washington DC for the first time in a few years to see an exhibition of Robert Adams’ photography. Adams is a wonderfully inspiring photographer whose work is unlike most I look at anymore. In other words, he isn’t solely focused on nature. This got me thinking quite a bit about my own work, both in terms of print sizes (like usual) and subject matter. After a bit of a rough transition, we talk about a breathing technique Ben has learned of, which he has been toyin...
Oct 12, 2022•49 min
In this week’s episode, our conversation is driven by thoughts on composition and visual theory. We talk about the unfortunate attitudes had revolving around compositional rules, which have the potential of harming one’s creativity. We then speak on wet plate photography, which leads us to talking a bit about orthocromatic film. And if that isn’t enough, we also speak a bit about footwear, leaving off with a question for those listening. LINKS NPN Discussion Artist Viewcatcher Guy Tal Compositio...
Oct 05, 2022•45 min
There have been two announcements regarding new film cameras which caught my eye recently, though neither of them are within an affordable price range. Still, it’s nice to see new film equipment being released in 2022. Our primary interest in the episode, however, regards Peter Jackson’s comment on hypnosis and how he wishes he could have forgotten all the inner workings of the Lord of the Rings movies, so he could view them as the fans had: with fresh eyes. This leads us into discussions about ...
Sep 28, 2022•55 min
This week, I am joined by special guest Murray Livingston. We discuss photographing in black and white, alternative printing processes, and how our work changes when pursuing specific projects, rather than single images. LINKS Murray Livingston's Website Tim Carpenter Book Matt Day - Monochrome Books SUPPORT THE SHOW Join Our Patreon Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code HORNE10 at https://www.naturephotographers.network/?ref=benhorne CONNECT WITH BEN Website: h...
Sep 21, 2022•34 min
After explaining a bit about why I had to cancel my September trip to Acadia - which I should have been leaving for this upcoming Sunday already - we move the conversation to something a bit more important in the long-run: paper choice. This ties sweetly into what we were talking about in Episode Sixteen, Environmental Impact. Clearly that episode has made an impact on my own thinking. And while speaking on paper choice, the conversation makes a minor shift toward eBooks versus Zines, as Ben and...
Sep 14, 2022•58 min
For the past two weeks, Ben and I have attempted to speak on the idea of titles, such as landscape versus wilderness photographer. Well, we finally got around to it. This led to talk about the professional versus amateur designations, as well as the starving artist trope. LINKS Ben's 2022 Print Portfolio Nikon Z9 'Pre-Release' - Petapixel Article Real Artists Don't Starve by Jeff Goins SUPPORT THE SHOW Join Our Patreon Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code HORNE...
Sep 07, 2022•52 min
This week, as we battle the heat, we thought it apt to discuss our environmental impact as photographers. This led us into discussing Ben's new print portfolios, as he's made alterations to lessen the waste. And, of course, we found ourselves shifting topics a bit to that of money and motivation. LINKS Carbon Footprint Calculator Ben's 2022 Print Portfolio Tyndell Brooks Jensen Folios Thomas Heaton Print Packs SUPPORT THE SHOW Join Our Patreon Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network member...
Aug 31, 2022•57 min
From our Patreon officially launching to naming photographs, to limited editions and the idea of too many photographs, there's a lot to unpack in this episode. So buckle up, grab a cup of coffee...and let's dive right into it, shall we? LINKS F-Stop Collaborate and Listen Podcast Richard Boutwell Ben's 2022 Print Portfolio Cole Thompson SUPPORT THE SHOW Join Our Patreon Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code HORNE10 at https://www.naturephotographers.network/?ref...
Aug 24, 2022•51 min
In talking about Guy Tal's More Than A Rock , Ben and I find ourselves thinking about success and the idea of fading into obscurity. LINKS Patreon Daniel Egger More Than A Rock by Guy Tal Clyde Butcher BeReal PetaPixel Article Vero Grainery Nature Photographers Network Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code CODY10 at https://www.naturephotographers.network/?ref=codyschultz CONNECT WITH BEN Website: https://www.benhorne.com Twitter: @benhorne Instagram: @benhorne ...
Aug 17, 2022•54 min
Today, we discuss a bit about music - how it affects us and the power it has to transport us into the past. We also speak on delayed gratification and the idea behind organizing chaos in our photography. LINKS Patreon Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code HORNE10 at https://www.naturephotographers.network/?ref=benhorne CONNECT WITH BEN Website: https://www.benhorne.com Twitter: @benhorne Instagram: @benhorne YouTube: Ben Horne CONNECT WITH CODY Website: https://...
Aug 10, 2022•46 min
Today, we are discussing how we change. Not necessarily as artists but, rather, how we change as we grow older, from being a kid to an adult. This goes hand-in-hand with the realization that the mental difference isn't so straightforward, isn't so exact. We also speak a bit about mental health and the consequences it has on how we change, as well. LINKS Kodak 35mm 1/2 Frame Holga 120 Ben AMA on NPN Sean Tucker Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code CODY10 at http...
Aug 03, 2022•41 min
In this episode, we discuss my latest trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, including a pretty...uhm, interesting experience. We also talk about backpacking gear, as well as how to stay clean on extended trips. LINKS Print Shop - Help Fund A New Bag ZPacks Tarptent On Landscape Magazine Tim Parkin Snowpeak Lightweight Stove Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code HORNE10 at https://www.naturephotographers.network/?ref=benhorne CONNECT WITH BEN Website: ...
Jul 27, 2022•50 min
In this episode, we discuss a bit about developing black and white film, along with Ben's continued interest in the medium. Further, we talk about how we learn and how mistakes ultimately help us to improve, both in life and photography. LINKS Cody's Group Photo Caffenol.org Stearman Press 8x10 Mat Marrash Ryan Gillespie Sean Tucker Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code CODY10 at https://www.naturephotographers.network/?ref=codyschultz CONNECT WITH BEN Website: ...
Jul 20, 2022•55 min
In this episode, Ben and I discuss the monetization of photography projects - specifically through Patreon - along with our influences through landscape photography, and how we can use jealousy as motivation, rather than allowing it to bring us down. LINKS Ansel Adams Eliot Porter Guy Tal Joel Truckenbrod Simon Baxter Michael Fatali Philip Hyde Desert Solitaire by Edward Abbey Canyon Wren Wiki Christopher Burkett Photographic Celibacy by Cole Thompson Chris Murray Chuck Pahlaniuk Save 10% on you...
Jul 13, 2022•51 min
In this week's episode, Ben and I discuss the principles of location sharing, the destruction of old prints, and my personal yearning for intimate prints. Also, there's something I have to admit, regarding last week's episode. LINKS Therm-A-Rest Uberlite Monolith Utah Nature First Marie Kondo Edward Weston Jack Lowe Michael Kenna David Rathbone Saw & Mitre Joel Truckenbrod John Foxe Sheets Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code CODY10 at https://www.naturepho...
Jul 06, 2022•54 min
In this episode, Ben and I discuss what it means to be a full time photographer, what it's actually like as compared to how it appears on social media, and how it affects our creativity and mental state, specifically when it comes to burnout and the apparent glorification of it. LINKS Scott Walton Gary Vaynerchuk Save 10% on your Nature Photographers Network membership Use offer code HORNE10 at https://www.naturephotographers.network/?ref=benhorne CONNECT WITH BEN Website: https://www.benhorne.c...
Jun 29, 2022•45 min
