The Beginner Photography Podcast
Episodes
The Power of Affordable Equipment for Stunning Portraits with Rob Tannenbaum
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#397 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I chat with New York City headshot photographer, Rob Tannenbaum. He shared some invaluable i...
The Art of Using a Drone for Portrait Work with Alina Rudya
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#396 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I chat with drone photographer, Alina Rudya. We delved into the world of capturing breathtak...
Reviving Passion and Creativity in Photography: The Search for Something New
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#395 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I dive deep into the struggle photographers often face when they feel stuck in their craft. ...
Manifesto Pt7 - The Only Photographer You Are In Competition With is Yourself
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#394 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, we delve into Photography Manifesto Rule #7: The Only Photographer You Are In Competition Wi...
Photo Q&A - To Upgrade Or Not To Upgrade: New Camera or New Lens?
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#393 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I answer several listener questions about improving their photography skills. From adjusting...
Exploring the Intersection of Light and Creativity with Dauss Miller
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#392 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I chat with commercial, fashion, and personal branding photographer Dauss Miller. We delve i...
Discovering the Power of Community with Mason Tierney
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#391 In this Community Spotlight episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Mason Tierney, who shares his valuab...
From Facebook to Freedom: The Next Chapter for Our Photography Community
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#390 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, we delve into the exciting transition of our BPP community from Facebook to our new private ...
How Branding Photography Elevates Your Community with Alexis Meschi
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#389 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing branding photographer Alexis Meschi, who shared valuable ...
AI, Authenticity, and the Future of Photography with Shane Balkowitsch
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#388 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I chat with Wet Plate photographer Shane Balkowitsch. We dive into a thought-provoking conve...
Lessons from Photo Pros - Experimenting with Techniques and Building a Versatile Photography Portfolio
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#387 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, the host discusses several insightful lessons from experienced photographers. They touch upo...
Manifesto Pt6 - If There Is No Intention, There Is No Image
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#386 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast we explore Photography Manifesto Rule #6 - If There Is No Intention, There Is No Image. I tal...
Tips for Working with Models in Fashion Photography with Tori Wright
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#385 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, the speaker talks about the importance of posing in photography. As someone who used to be a...
Sustaining a Successful Career in Photography with Vanessa Joy
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#384 Vanessa Joy is a successful photographer who understands the importance of humility and learning from others. Despite her talent and accomplishme...
Car Thoughts - The Unique Perspective of Successful Photographers
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#383 Not thoughts about cars... I have plenty of those too but this is Thought while IN the Car. In this episode from my car, I encourage you to be y...
Creating a Unique Look in Wildlife Photography with Rylan Meadows
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#382 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, I bring on wildlife and landscape photographer Rylan Meadows. We discuss Rylan's journe...
Discovering Your Unique Style to Stand Out in a Saturated Market
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#381 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, Raymond Hatfield discuss' a wide range of topics from perseverance to finding a niche i...
Bringing Out the Best in Children in Family Photography with Melissa Miller
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#380 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, Raymond Hatfield sits down with child and family photographer Melissa Miller. Melissa discus...
Tips for Aspiring Sports Photographers with Ryan Coody
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#379 Ryan Coody is a photographer whose passion for photography started during his second try at college. He joined the college newspaper and started ...
Manifesto Pt5 - Your Camera Is Not Holding You Back, YOU Are Holding Yourself Back
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#378 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, we explore the 5th rule of the 'Photography Manifesto': Your Camera Is Not Holding...
How A Wedding Photographer Pushes Boundaries to Think Fearlessly with Huy Nguyen
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#377 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, host Raymond Hadfield interviews Huy Nguyen, a wedding photographer known for his unique and...
Make Your Shots Look Spectacular with Jim Nix
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#376 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, guest Jim Nix, a landscape photographer and educator, shares his tips and tricks for landsca...
Photo Q&A: Creative Practice for Learning Photography: Rules, Compositions, and Flash
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#375 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, you will learn about the different metering modes for reading and seeing light on a camera, ...
Outsmart AI and Protect Your Photography Business with Megan Dipiero
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#374 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, we chat with Megan DiPiero who discuss the challenges and opportunities that AI technology b...
Experimenting with Different Photography Subjects, Angles, and Lenses with Sheila Bragg
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#373 On this Community Spotlight episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, I chat with Sheila Bragg, an active member in the BPP community. Sheila ...
Photography Raising Awareness for Amazon Indigenous Communities with Mark Fox
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#372 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, I speak with Mark Fox who shares his journey from humble beginnings to being a successful na...
The History of Popular Photography with Kim Beil
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#371 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, Raymond Hatfield interviews art history lecturer Kim Beil about the history of popular Ameri...
Using Fantasy Photography to Explore Your Imagination with Liza Roberts
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#370 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, join host Raymond as he speaks with fantasy portrait photographer and retreat organizer Liza...
The All-Around Skills Needed to Succeed in Creative a Field with Martin Moore
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#369 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, we hear the inspiring story of how Martin Moore left his job working on cars to pursue photo...
Manifesto Pt4 - You Don't Have to Know Everything About Photography to Know Anything About Photography
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#368 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, we dive into the dangers of needing to be a master photographer when starting out. Focusing ...
A Unique Way to Photograph Life On The Street with Steve Rolfe
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#366 Urban Street Photographer Steve Rolfe he was inspired by a book of Street Photography, which provided the fuel for his creativity.. He explains h...
The Secret to Picture Perfect Photos? Knowing Your Camera!
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#365 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, we talk about the importance of being familiar with your camera and quickly changing certain...
Craft Empowering Feminine Fashion Photography with Amanda Thomas
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#364 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, host Raymond Hadfield interviews fashion and lifestyle photographer Amanda Thomas. They disc...
From Basic Camera Settings to Breathtaking Bird Shots with Michael Collins
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#363 Michael Collins is a member of the Beginner Photography Podcast Community and today shares his photography journey from picking up a camera to ca...
Tips on How To Be A BAD Wedding Photographer with Casey Fatchett
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#362 In today's episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, Casey Fatchett shares tips on how to be a bad wedding photographer. He talks about s...
Tap Into Your Photographic Instincts with Anna Harvingston
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#361 Anna Harvingston is an Erie PA based documentary family photographer. Anna gets into her journey beginning with basics of photography like camera...
Manifesto Pt3 - Moment Matters Most, Not Camera Settings
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#360 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, we continue the ten-part Photography Manifesto series by tackling the third rule: Moment mat...
500 Headshots in One Day with Gary Huges
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#359 In Today's Episode of the podcast I chat with...Headshot Photographer Gary Huges, who shares actionable strategies for maintaining profitab...
Photography Ethics 101 with Savannah Dodd
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#358 On this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, the importance of ethical decision-making in photography is explored. Host Raymond Hatfield ...
Photo Q&A: AI vs A Camera - Who Will Win the Photography Battle?
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#357 You have photo questions, I want to answer them for you here on the show.Whenever you have a question about photography, day or night, 24 hours a...
A Photographers Journey to Preserve the Natural World with Harry Skeggs
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#356 This podcast follows Harry Skeggs, a fine art wildlife photographer, to discuss the impact and importance of photography in preserving the world....
Conquer the Learning Curve in Photography with Heather Lahtinen
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#355 On this episode, I interview photographer and educator Heather Lahtinen about how to tackle the feelings of overwhelm that come with learning pho...
Shooting Everyday for Creativity with Anja Poehlmann
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#354 On this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, host Raymond Hatfield interviews Anja Poehlmann, a documentary family life photographer. The...
Manifesto Pt2 - To Be Half Way Decent at Photography You Must Dedicate All Of Your Time To It
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#352 Today I cover Photography Manifesto Rule #2, To Be A Half Way Decent Photographer You Must Dedicate All of Your Available Time To It. That this d...
Gain Wisdom Through Mistakes In Photography
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#351 In this episode I delve deep into the importance of making mistakes and how it can help photographers develop their skills faster. I share how Hu...
Food Photography Secrets: Plating Up Art with Mica McCook
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#350 Mica McCook is an Austin based food photographer. Mica recollects her journey to becoming a photographer which had begun in 2015 when her then-bo...
Photo Q&A - Photography: The More You Know, The Harder It Gets
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#349 You have photo questions, I want to answer them for you here on the show.Whenever you have a question about photography, day or night, 24 hours a...
Niching Down and Exceeding Expectations with Unforgettable Harry Potter Weddings with Gary Pope
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#348 Gary Pope is a self-proclaimed Geeky Wedding Photographer. We discuss the importance of niching down when marketing yourself and why it’s impor...
A Photographic Journey of Determination with Stephanie Robinson
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#347 Stephanie Robinson is a Denver-based wedding and elopement photographer and a member of the Beginner Photography Podcast community. Growing up, S...
Getting Started with Birth Photography with Tavia Redburn
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#346 Today we are chatting with birth photographer Tavia Redburn and we get real technical about what you need and what you need to know before shooti...
Documenting Local Lives Through The Lens Of A Film Photographer with Chrystofer Davis
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#345 Chrystofer Davis, is a documentary film street photographer in Newark New Jersey. His work has been shared in the Metropolitan Museum, the Schomb...
Manifesto Pt1 - The Goal of Photography is to Enrich the Human Experience
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#344 This is Part 1 of my 10 part Photography Manifesto series. In this episode we cover photography manifesto rule number 1, The Goal of Photography ...
Trusting Your Inner Photographer: Instincts Over Rules with Dorie Howell
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#343 Dorie Howell has been shooting for years and has seen a lot of photographers who struggle to trust themselves. So today she's going to share...
A Crash Course On Photographic Lighting with Damien Lovegrove
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#342 Damien Lovegrove, a BBC trained lighting expert and photographer, joins the Beginner Photography Podcast to talk about his experience with camera...
Photo Q&A - White Balance Indoors With Flash?
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#341 You have photo questions, I want to answer them for you here on the show.Whenever you have a question about photography, day or night, 24 hours a...
Introverts are Masters of Marketing with Julie Christie
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#340 Julie Christie is a family photographer turned mastermind behind The Photographers Voice. In this interview Julie discusses the importance of kee...
The Journey through Photography: Overcoming Personal Time Challenges with Brad McMillan
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#339 Today on the Beginner Photography podcast, Brad McMillan is being interviewed about his experience in photography, from having a portfolio of dif...
The Photographers Journey to Overcome Fear with Marc Silber
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#338 Marc Silber is a five time return guest and photography author of the new book Create: Overcoming Fear to Unleash Your Creativity. Today Marc sha...
Contemporary Photography: Discover the Unique Artistry with Chris Grunder
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#337 In todays interview we are talking with contemporary art photographer Chris GrunderContemporary art does not mean the same thing to 2 different p...
Say "I Do" to Booking More Weddings with Jasmine Blais
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#336 Jasmine Blais is a wedding and lifestyle photographer based out of Prince Albert Saskatchewan. If you have been thinking about dipping your toes ...
Boost your Confidence and Discover the Magic of being a Photographer
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#335 Gaining confidence as a photographer comes down to things and none of them have to do with the camera. You will naturally get comfortable with th...
Photography Manifesto for Beginners - Focus on The Essentials
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#334 It's 2023 and that means it's time for a fresh start. This year we don't have resolutions, we have a manifesto. A set of rules to ...
Best of the Year Pt 3 - Community Spotlight
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#333 Each month I sit down and have a conversation with a fellow member of the beginner photography podcast community.These are people just like you. ...
Photography Q&A: Your photo questions answered!
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this very special bonus episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I answer your photo questions!To get your photography questions answered in fu...
Best of the Year Pt 2 - Photo Lessons The Years Top Photographers
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#332 This year you downloaded the Beginner Photography Podcast more than 600,000 times! Thats more than 38 consecutive years of photo education!In thi...
Best of the Year Pt 1 - Photo Lessons The Years Top Photographers
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#331 This year you downloaded the Beginner Photography Podcast more than 600,000 times! Thats more than 38 consecutive years of photo education!In thi...
Shoot a Wedding with Me - Wedding Photography Behind the Scenes
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#330 In this weeks episode of the podcast I take you with me to my last wedding of the year. I walk you through how I get ready, what I do before I wa...
Product Photography: Discovering Your Creative Side with Evan Tanaka
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#329 Evan Tanaka is a Los Angeles based product photographer who has had a meteoric rise in success since starting his photography studio. Tanaka didn...
How to Get Started in Photography : 3 Photographers Share Their Best Tips
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Thanksgiving week! This is a special bonus episode from the BPP vault. In this interview you will hear from professional photographers Nick Ch...
Breaking into Boudoir Photography: Growing a Photo Business without Social Media with Tracy Kirkland
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#328 Tracy Kirkland is a boudoir photographer who found it difficult to grow her business when social media would keep taking down her photos. Tracy h...
CS: Zenia Monteagudo - Community Spotlight
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Zenia Monteagudo is a member of the BPP community who has been photographing concerts for quite some time and is now looking into transitioning into f...
Women Hold Up Half The Sky: Photographing the Strength of Women with Gerard Exupery
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#327 Gerard Exupery is a New York street photographer that has been shooting since the mid 1970’s. In that time Gerard has captured a number of comp...
If only I could tell my younger self... 6 pieces of photography advice
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#326 In todays episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast a magical wormhole opens up revealing a time machine tape recorder allowing me to send a me...
Eye-D: Intimate Images Of Your Favorite Celebrities with Anna Gabriel
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#325 Anna Gabriel is a Fine Art Portrait Photographer who’s new book, Eye-D offers a unique and close up look at some of the worlds biggest celebrit...
Inside The Presidential Bubble : A Photographers Perspective with Pete Souza
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#324 Pete Souza, former Chief White House Photographer, speaks with Raymond Hatfield on the Beginner Photography Podcast about what led him to photogr...
CS: Chris Britton - Community Spotlight
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are chatting with BPP community member Chris Britton. Chris is based in southwest Michigan and has had an interesting journey into photograph...
Go Deeper With Everything You Photograph with Angela Douglas Ramsey
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#323 Angela Douglas Ramsey is a Fine Art Documentary Photographer and Fuji X Creator who comes on the podcast today to talk about personal projects an...
What's your Photography Superpower?
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#322 Optimization is important if you want to accomplish anything in life. In this episode of the podcast I talk about how to find your unique superpo...
The Wealth of Connection - Photography Edition with Vinny Pugliese
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#321 Vinny Pugliese has shot it all. From the World Series, the Super Bowl, Presidents, other notable figures, and is a 3 time return guest. Today Vin...
CS: Vicky Wildes - Community Spotlight
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Vicky Wildes is a member of the Beginner Photography Podcast based in Las Vegas. She first emailed me a few months ago letting me know that she had li...
How To Recharge Your Creative Batteries And Take Better Photos with Sabrina Gebhardt
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#320 Sabrina Gebhardt is a family documentary photographer who today shares all about how to avoid burn out at the different stages of your photograph...
High Stakes Personal Projects shot on Large Format Film with Nick Carver
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#319 Nick Carver is a fine art landscape photographer and youtuber who shoots on large format film. In this interview Nick talks about the power of pe...
10 Tips for Staying Motivated as a Photographer
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#318 I have not picked up my camera in more than a month and now that lack of momentum has stopped me from continuing to shoot. Thats unacceptable if ...
Be A Better Photographer By Getting Your Life In Order with Colie James
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#317 Colie James is a Family Documentary Photographer and organizational master. If your photography is suffering because your life or business is a m...
Photo Censorship: What to Do When Your Work is Under Attack with Cornell Watson
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#316 Cornell Watson is a Commercial, Editorial, and Documentary Photographer who today shares of how a recent shoot of his was being censored and the ...
The Travel Photographer’s Way with Nori Jemil
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#315 Nori Jemil is a Natgeo photographer who’s job it is to travel, and take photos! So when it comes to knowing which photos to capture on a trip, ...
How to Create Hyper Personalized Wedding Photography: A Guide for the Modern Photographer with Jeff Tisman
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#314 Jeff Tisman has shot more than 1200 weddings. He is one of the most awarded fearless photographers with 15 Lifetime Fearless Awards, been names t...
How to Critique Your Photos
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#313 The ability to critique your own images is an important skill to have as a photographer. Unfortunately, simply asking “Is it good” is a bad q...
Branding Photography : Purposeful over Perfect with Abby Grace
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#312 Abby Grace is a Branding Photographer for Creative Entrepreneurs. Abby takes a common sense approach to capturing her branding images. She embrac...
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography: Make Photos that Stand Out with Ben Chrisman
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#311 Ben Chrisman is a photojournalist turned internationally acclaimed creative documentary wedding photographer known for his masterful use of light...
Personal Photo Projects with a Purpose to Serve the Community with Michelle Tricca
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#310 Michelle Tricca is a Portrait photographer who has a fascinating story of how she got into photography. Most recently she has been using her came...
How to Keep Passion for Photography while Juggling a Life
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#309 When I posted in the BPP FB Community asking what others were struggling with in photography, hands down the answer that members resonated with m...
California Love: A Visual Mixtape Curated Photo Book with Michael Rababy
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#308 Michael Rababy is a documentarian photographer, photo curator, and author of the book “California Love: A Visual Mixtape”. Michael has releas...
Sales Made Simple : Guide to Earning More Money with Annemie Tonken
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#307 Annemie has been a professional photographer since 2010 and is now a respected educator, speaker, and podcaster focusing on business systems and ...
CS: Adriaan Koekemoer - Community Spotlight
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are chatting with Adriaan Koekemoer. Adriaan has been in the group for a while and I noticed he had a really good eye for what he was capturi...
Learn Photography Through Creative Photo Projects with David Julian
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#306 David Julian is a travel, street, landscape, conceptual photographer, and educator. Prepare to hold on to your butts because this is one of those...
Why Your iPhone Takes Better Photos Than Your Real Camera
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#305 Why does my iPhone take better photos than my REAL camera? It's a question I see often in the Beginner Photography Podcast FB community, an...
Create a Compelling Photo Series: The Story Behind the Photos with Dan Milnor
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#304 Dan Milnor was a photo journalist for a number of years and today he works a Blurb which is my favorite self publishes photo book company and who...
Light and Composition: How to Create Stunning Photographs with Julia Eskin
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
#303 Julia Eskin is a Punta Cana based destination wedding photographer! Julia is not a destination wedding photographer in the sense that she travels...
CS: Tyi Reddick - Community Spotlight
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are chatting with Tyi Reddick. You may know him in the group from his awesome images of firefighters. Tyi has a really interesting journey in...