Its winter! Here in the states its getting cold, we are doing less sessions, taking less photos. Perfect time to reflect on the past year figure out what worked best, what didn't work so you can do more of the stuff that worked at future sessions. My biggest lessons I learned this year were.... Don't assume what people can pay for your work. - kinda business-y. We assume that since photography is a "luxury" the people who can truly afford is must be well off. Upper middle class. But this year I ...
Dec 10, 2018•29 min
Hi! I’m Raymond Hatfield, an Indianapolis Wedding Photographer and host of the Beginner Photography Podcast. Today I invite a member of the Beginner Photography Podcast Facebook Group, Carrie Norris on to interview me and ask the questions that the group wants to know. The Facebook group is one of my favorite places on the internet because of the people there. In This Episode You'll Learn: How I got started in photography The photographers and cinematographers who influence Raymond’s work the mo...
Dec 03, 2018•1 hr 45 min
Sandra Coan is a film photographer from beautiful Seattle, WA who specializes in newborns, families and classic portraiture. She’s been in business for 20 years and loves sharing what she has learned with others. Whether its film photography, lighting techniques, studio workflow or the fundamentals of building a successful brand, her mission is to help you be the best photographer you can be. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Sandra got her unconventional start in photography The hardest part ab...
Nov 26, 2018•52 min
Todays guest is Rosemary Watson of Rosemary Watson Productions. The host of the Listen and Lattes Podcast and photographer who has found a way to live a life that makes her happy all through stock photography. Today I’m excited to learn what it takes to get started and set up for success! In This Episode You'll Learn: How Rosemary started shooting stock photography What the job of a Stock photographer is to deliver Why people spend money on their business’ but not themselves The signs of an amat...
Nov 19, 2018•1 hr 4 min
Todays guest is Scott Whden Kivowitz. Host of the wordpress photography podcast. He works for Imagely a company that creates wordpress website themes just for photographers. Today Im excited to find out how to make the best photography website in the world. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Scott got his start in photography The hardest part about photography to learn When you are ready to start a photography website Where to start when building your portfolio Which platform is most user friendl...
Nov 12, 2018•1 hr 10 min
Todays guest is Vanessa Joy. A wedding photographer with over 19 years of experience. She’s also a photography educator and after seeing her youtube video " 3 overlooked posing secret s" and then seeing the success I had at my weddings from her suggestions I knew I had to get her on the show to find out more! In this interview we talk about her approach to speed posing. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Vanessa Joy got her start in Photography Why it was so hard for her to learn photography What...
Nov 05, 2018•58 min
Todays guest is a Photographer and global leader in motion art. His work has appeared in top magazines including Vanity Fair, GQ, Rolling Stone and many more. His latest creation is the digital sharing platform and app, Plotagraph. Today we will be talking about what the future holds for photography. I'm excited to chat with Troy Christopher Plota CHECK OUT THE SHOW NOTES HERE TO SEE AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT WE TALK ABOUT IN TODAYS INTERVIEW! https://www.beginnerphotographypodcast.com/podcast/120 In T...
Oct 29, 2018•55 min
I’m starting a photography studio. Spending some time in Alaska, a family vacation, Iceland, in the hight of wedding season made one thing clear. I can only do so much with my time. Things slipped away from me. I have no one who works for me, I only make money when I sell my time. This is how we have been trained to work. Want to make more money at your job, pick up more hours. Ive said many times I didn't go to school for business but for photography. The business side has always been a challen...
Oct 22, 2018•22 min
Ashley Diamond Siegert is a successful birth photographer from College Station and Bryan Texas who has been shooting professionally since 2011. A Certified professional photographer and master photographer craftsmen, Today she shares how she brings the world of portraits to telling the story of a birth though photographs! In This Episode You'll Learn: How Ashley got her start in photography The hardest part of photography for Ashley to learn What a Master Photography Craftsmen is and how you can...
Oct 15, 2018•1 hr 20 min
Hannah Marie is a family and child portrait photographer from Kitchener Ontario who’s clients say things like "She’s a true artist with a gift" and "Her photos convey real, raw, and intimate emotions. They will forever remind me of this special time in my life". Today Im really excited to chat with her to discover how she can deliver such powerful images! In This Episode You'll Learn: How Hannah got her start in photography The hardest part about the technicals of photography to learn The job de...
Oct 08, 2018•1 hr 19 min
Andrew Hellmich is responsible for opening up my eyes to the business side of photography with his podcast PhotoBizX where he interviews photographers not to talk about the technicals of photography but everything behind the curtain. Marketing, SEO, Sales, and so so so much more. Today Im thrilled to be speaking with Andrew Hellmich. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Andrew booked 20 weddings at his first bridal fair How Andrew advertised his photography 20 years ago How many weddings Andrew was...
Oct 01, 2018•43 min
Gina Milicia has over 25 years of experience in the photography industry and is one of Austrailia’s top celebrity, portrait and lifestyle photographers, she regularly travels the world shooting for some of Austrailia’s top magazines. She is also the co-host of the popular "So you want to be a photographer" podcast which was actually one of the inspirations for me to start the beginner photography podcast. Today she shares how she connects so well with models to create authentic portraits. In Thi...
Sep 24, 2018•1 hr 8 min
Todays guest, Megan DiPiero is a well known headshot and beauty portrait photographer from southwest Florida. She is also an acclaimed photography business mentor and coach for photographers and the creator of the the popular Rise to the Top Facebook group where she shares her business tips to help and encourage other photographers to grow and live a life of abundance. Today I welcome Megan DiPiero In This Episode You'll Learn: When Megan Started to take photography seriously How Megan learned p...
Sep 17, 2018•51 min
This week I chat with Oklahoma city family photographer Natalie Greenroyd who shares her tips on getting started with family and children photography and some mistakes to avoid when you are fresh in photography. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Natalie got into photography The main source of Natalies Photography education What Natalie would say is the job description of a family photographer The story of how Natalie got her first client and how it went Common mistakes Natalie sees amateur photo...
Sep 10, 2018•46 min
This Week I share the Story of how Indianapolis Wedding Photographer Raymond Hatfield helped a couple get closure after their wedding photographer never delivered their wedding photos from more than 5 years ago. The bride, Tracy had became good friends with a girl who wanted to get into photography and begged to shoot their wedding. She knew her friend took great photos but she also wanted to make sure her wedding day was captured professionally. Tracy reluctantly agreed. She shares her story of...
Sep 03, 2018•44 min
Matt Payne is a Colorado Landscape Photographer and host of the "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen" Photography podcast In This Episode You'll Learn: How Matt got his start in photography How Matt used his first camera What motivated Matt to learn photography Where Matt got inspired to grow his knowledge of photography How much photography is planned vs how much of a shot is magic The best thing Matt ever did to grow his photography community The lessons Matt's parents instilled in him to make him a...
Aug 27, 2018•54 min
Abe Kislevitz is the Senior Creative Director for GoPro. That means he is in charge of shooting those incredible images you see plastered on billboards and videos shown to millions on TV commercials. He has been with the company almost since the start and today I talk with him about the in's and out's to shooting with a camera with little to no manual controls. In This Episode You'll Learn: What Abe does at GoPro The coolest thing Abe has seen done with a GoPro How Abe made the transition in his...
Aug 20, 2018•46 min
I just got back from shooting my first wedding in Alaska. I'm not a destination wedding photographer so traveling with my gear did not come naturally to me. I learned a lot about my photography and shooting wedding during this trip. Today I share the 7 things I learned while shooting a destination wedding in Alaska. The 7 Things I Learned While Photographing A Wedding In Alaska 1: Scout Locations When shooting destination weddings or shooting in a location you are not familiar with, do your due ...
Aug 13, 2018•41 min
Colby Brown is a world class travel, landscape, and philanthropic photographer who's portfolio covers all 4 corners of the globe. His world wide organization, The Giving Lens is helping connect photographers who want to give back with non profits in need of rich media. In This Episode You'll Learn: How long Colby has been shooting Why Colby started a photography business How Colby made money as a photographer early on How Colby has such a diverse range of shooting Where Colby learned photography...
Jul 30, 2018•55 min
This week I talk about free shooting. The practice of shooting with no intention or expectation to build your skills and become a more creative photographer. Check out more at www.BeginnerPhotographyPodcast.com Have A Question? Reach out to us on social Facebook: www.Facebook.com/BeginnerPhotographyPodcast.com Instagram: www.Instagtam.com/BeginnerPhotoPodcast Or Email us at: BeginnerPhotographyPodcast@gmail.com Learn What Camera Settings to Use in our free guide! https://perfectcamerasettings.co...
Jul 23, 2018•28 min
Todays guest is Jessica Whitaker, a New York City photographer, social media influencer, and founder of Build and Bloom, a free workshop and photography resource center for young photographers. Today she shares how she got her start, tips she has learned from her youtube videos, and why she started Build and Bloom. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Jessica got her start in Photography How Jessica learned to pose Why Jessica switched from Canon to Nikon Some of the challenges Jessica faces when m...
Jul 16, 2018•50 min
Today's guest will be a familiar voice to a lot of you. She's the host of the Family Photographer podcast. Another podcast focused less on the gear and technicals and more on the legacy and power of storytelling through the photos you take. In this interview, we talk about so much more than photography like the importance your photos have on your children and being self-aware enough to live the life you want to through photography. I'm excited to talk with Jenny Stein. In This Episode You'll Lea...
Jul 09, 2018•59 min
Wade Steelman is a San Diego based commercial and real estate photographer with a focus on architecture. In this interview, you'll learn How Wade got his unconventional start in photography How Wade chose his gear How Wade stopped focusing on the technicals and more on creative composition Where Wade places his tripod to showcase the size of a room Some of the technical tricks Wade uses in architecture that other genres of photography don't Some clear signs of amateur architecture photography Th...
Jul 02, 2018•41 min
Brian Rodgers Jr is the founder of Digital Art that Rocks. A company that creates visual assets like and Indiana Product Photography for companies. Watch just one of his slew of photoshop time-lapse on youtube and you will be blown away! Today I welcome Brian Rodgers Jr! In This Episode You'll Learn: How Brian's high school class prepared him for photography and graphic design Why Brian walked away from what he thought was a dream job What book gave Brian a heightened sense of creativity How a $...
Jun 18, 2018•52 min
Photography is a much more powerful tool than you can imagine. There are so many ways you can create community and do good for the world with your photography. If you want to make the world a better place, you can do so with your camera. I promise you. You can change someone's life with your photography. If someone asked you if you wanted to change someone's life, would you do it? Being able to do it with the tool in your hand that you know and love makes this a win win. Today I talk all about t...
Jun 11, 2018•44 min
Rob Andrews is a food and lifestyle photographer from San Diego . Today he talks about the art of making food look delicious, how to light it, important food styling tips, and how I can up my Instagram game! In This Episode You'll Learn: How Rob got his start in photography How a mentor helped Rob jumpstart his career How Rob transitioned from photographing products to food What Food Styling is How to find your cheeseburgers "good side" Simple tips to make your place look better How long it take...
Jun 04, 2018•45 min
Callum Pinkney is a Toronto Wedding Photographer . Today he returns to share what he has been up to and how taking a 6-month road trip has improved his wedding photography In This Episode You'll Learn: Where Callum has been for the past year and a half How Callum got his start in photography Why story is so important to Callum What simple techniques you can use to take better photos How to add more context to your wedding photos How to not get burnt out createily Resources: Callums Website Callu...
May 28, 2018•44 min
Last week I got an email that really made me upset. It felt like I took 2 steps back with the momentum I've built with you the listeners of the podcast. A listener asked a question that was clearly a blatant misunderstanding of not only cameras but photography in general. The question was trying to get the camera to do all of the work for the photographer. A Camera is simply a tool that does what you tell it to. No matter the tool, even if you have the worlds best tool, if you don't have an unde...
May 21, 2018•33 min
Ryan Schembri is the youngest recipient of the Austrailian Institute of professional photography's "Master Photographer" award. He is a Canon ambassador, wedding and portrait photographer who has shot all around the world he is also an educator and advocates to fellow photographers to help them grow their skills and knowledge about the world of photography In This Episode You'll Learn: How Ryan got into the photography business so young Ryans first mentor and what he was taught Ryan's main goal ...
May 14, 2018•45 min
Today's guest is known around the world to many budding photographers for his constant thirst for photography education. An author, his last book "Advancing Your Photography: Secrets to Amazing Photos from the Masters" taught us how to take your photos past "point and shoot" his NEW book "The Secrets to Creating Amazing Photos: 83 Composition Tools from the Masters" dives deeper into one of my favorite subjects Composition. You remember him when he came on the podcast back in interview 065, toda...
May 07, 2018•44 min
