The Photographer Mindset

Seth Macey & Aaron Mannes•www.buzzsprout.com

The Photographer Mindset is a podcast specifically created for photographers, and those who believe their purpose is to create, inspire and develop into their full potential. The photographer mindset podcast was initiated to help creative individuals understand that their success depends on more than just skill and dedication. In this podcast we learn to develop a winning mindset based on attitude and out of the box thinking strategies so that we can grow our clients, brand recognition & confidence. We want to work smarter towards our goals, not harder.

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Episodes

Simplify Your Game with @alftown

This episode features a discussion with Canadian wildlife and landscape photographer Alan Poelman ( @alftown ) from Atikokan, Ontario. Alan is an extremely opportunistic photographer and someone who has simplified their process with outstanding finished results. In this episode we talk about Alan's feeling of photography being second to a fulfilling and supportive outside career. We talk about how vital it is that the posts on your Instagram grid should pass your approval over anyone else's befo...

Jul 24, 2020•45 min•Ep. 12

Learning to Love the Journey with @brookelittlebear

This episode features a discussion with the first female photographer guest on the show, Brooke Littlebear an incredible wildlife photographer from Salt Lake City, Utah. Brooke is the insanely talented and has her work speak for herself. She also is an Olympus ambassador. In this episode we talk about Brooke's 180 degree turn from full time management job in an office to full-time wildlife photographer. We discuss how important it is as a wildlife photographer to love your subjects and to connec...

Jul 17, 2020•51 min•Ep. 11

The Young Photographer Mindset with @benskaar

This episode features a discussion with Ben Skaar, an outstanding drone, astro, and landscape photographer from Massachusetts who goes by the handle @benskaar on Instagram. Ben is the podcast's youngest guest at only 16 years of age but definitely has gained the experience and proven portfolio to be dubbed an exceptional shooter . In this episode we talk about Ben's journey into drone photography and whether or not drone photography has a draw to younger photographers. We also talk about the imp...

Jul 10, 2020•41 min•Ep. 10

Setting Yourself Up to Win with @davesandford

This episode features a discussion with Dave Sandford, an incredible wildlife and sports photographer from Ontario, Canada who goes by the handle @davesandford on Instagram. Dave is the podcast's first Canadian guest and has 30+ years of experience shooting both sports and wildlife. In this episode we talk about Dave's journey and career from student to professional sports photographer. Dave has shot 20 Stanley Cup hockey games, 2 Olympics and a Super Bowl among many other impressive events. We ...

Jul 03, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 9

Burning The Lifeboats with @sethmacey

This episode is the first solo episode of The Photographer Mindset Podcast . Rather than invite a guest on to the show, for this week's episode I wanted to do something different and give you listeners a better understanding about who I am and what motivates me as a photographer and individual. In this shorter episode I dive into some of my most recent thoughts related to motivation and photography. In this episode I also give you a brief history of how I got into shooting and how I've changed m...

Jun 26, 2020•37 min•Ep. 8

Building & Promoting Your Portfolio with @emriyshawn

This episode features a discussion with Emriys, a photographer from London, UK who goes by the handle @emriyshawn on Instagram. Emriys is crazy talented for a young 20 year old shooter and has a keen eye for videography as well some insanely majestic photos and edits. In this episode we talk about how to get over your fear of rejection and start promoting your work and portfolio the proper way. We also talk about how the best gear or editing software doesn't make you an awesome creator and that ...

Jun 19, 2020•54 min•Ep. 7

Intrinsic Traits of a Wildlife Photographer with @nuch10

This episode features a discussion with Mike Nuchereno, a landscape photographer transitioned wildlife photographer from Buffalo, New York who goes by the handle @nuch10 on Instagram. Mike is a one of those people who by any means necessary will set out to accomplish his vision and goal for any shot. In this episode we talk about how to channel anger and frustration as a form of motivational tool and as something we can use to fuel better future performance. We also talk about how being a patien...

Jun 12, 2020•48 min•Ep. 6

Embracing Your Truth with @mantis_photography

This episode features a discussion with Aaron Mannes, a relatively new on the scene landscape and wildlife photographer from Connecticut who goes by the handle @mantis_photography on Instagram. Aaron is a school counsellor, a golf coach, and an extremely talented musician who offers great insight into how to calm your mind and block out the noise. In this episode we talk about how expressing gratitude and being appreciative of the small things will help you build the foundation for a happier and...

Jun 05, 2020•57 min•Ep. 5

Striving For Continuous Improvement with @iansjones

This episode features a discussion with Ian Jones, an urban photographer from Pittsburgh who goes by the handle @iansjones on Instagram with 20,000+ followers. Ian has a run-and-gun approach when shooting and loves to move fast and not mess around. Ian has one of the most refreshing instagram feeds with a wide variety of imagery that still seems to all just blend so seamlessly together. In this episode we talk about the right way to approach sponsorship or becoming an ambassador for a company wh...

May 29, 2020•51 min•Ep. 4

Reconnecting with Your Passion Through Loss with @adamrdanni

This episode features a discussion with Adam Danni, a Buffalo, New York landscape, nature, and wildlife photographer. Adam is part of Canon camera family, a big plus in my books. Adam is a financial analyst toying with the idea of someday switching to full-time photographer. In this episode we talk about how to strategize switching your career path towards photography, and the potential advantages and disadvantages of doing such. Adam opens up with us and shares how the loss of his father helped...

May 22, 2020•50 min•Ep. 3

Creating Your Own Version of Success with @bretblakely

Welcome to the first episode of the Photographer Mindset Podcast , a series that will explore the attitudes, disciplines, and winning mindsets already utilized and developed by well acclaimed photographers in the Instagram community. Episodes will focus on building and maintaining the proper mental fortitude so that we can grow our audience, improve our headspace, and reach new levels of achievement as photographers. In the first episode I sit down with Bret Blakely , a landscape and nature phot...

May 08, 2020•53 min•Ep. 1

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