The Photographer Mindset

A Learning Experience from a Client Shoot

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After ten days away in Spain I'm back with Aaron to catch up, talk about a bit of my trip and see what Aaron has been up to.Aaron breaks down his...

How to Find New & Exciting Things to Shoot Locally

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we tackle a question and topic from a listener of the show regarding how get excited and motivated to get out and shoot subjects in yo...

Defining Your Own Style of Photography and Editing with @britt.bosse

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Aaron and I are joined by Britt Bosse (@britt.bosse) , an animal and wildlife photographer who also happens to be Aaron's freque...

Empathy and Having the Best Relationship With Yourself

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today is a heavy episode. We start off the episode speaking on the tragedy that occurred in Uvalde, Texas where a school shooter murdered 19 innocent ...

Shooting in the GYE (Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem) with @julia.littlelightningnature

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Aaron and I are joined by Julia Cook (@julia.littlelightningnature), a photographer who has incredible wildlife photos from they GYE ...

Do Non-Photographers Need to Know The Effort that Went into Your Photos?

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our Instagram page for the podcast has officially been launched so go ahead and check it out and give @thephotographermindset a follow! Today's e...

What Makes an Effective Group Dynamic?

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our Instagram page for the podcast has officially been launched so go ahead and check it out and give @thephotographermindset a follow! Aaron and I ha...

500px and Neil Dankoff Photography Competition

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode it was our pleasure to welcome back Stephanie and Rhiannon from the team over at 500px as well as Neil Dankoff, an incredibly experien...

Recap of the First Photographer Mindset Retreat in Zion National Park

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we review our time spent away in Zion National Park for the first ever TPM retreat. We go into detail about what we did, what everyone...

Building and Exploring Leadership Qualities

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we dive into some of the intrinsic qualities we believe form the best leaders. We talk about how important it is to take ownership for...

Answering Additional Questions from the Centennial Episode

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we continue answering questions sent in with regards to the centennial episode. We weren't able to get to all of them last time s...

The Centennial Episode

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 100! We made it to the centennial club. A huge thank you to everyone who continues to listen, share, and support the show. You truly mean the ...

Revisiting Instagram Reels and NFT's

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we revisit Instagram Reels and talk about an interesting X-factor that has come into play surrounding them. Instagram is now paying ce...

Disinformation, Misinformation and Critical Thinking

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about the age of disinformation, misinformation, and what we can do to protect ourselves from minimizing the damage inflicted ...

Turning Your Passion Into Your Full Time Gig with @slatermoorephotography

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Aaron and I are joined by photographer and whale watching guide Slater Moore  (@slatermoorephotography).  In this episode we hear a...

Sticking to Your Values with @manbythesea

26 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Aaron and I are joined by John Putrino, a photographer who has traveled across most of America in his modified pickup truck camper (@...

IG Reels & Finding Out What's Important to You

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about Instagram reels and its relation to the downtrend in engagement with still images. We explore the balance between hoppin...

Entering the Photography Youtube World with @bayou_josh

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Aaron and I are joined by wildlife photographer and Youtuber Josh Bayou (@bayou_josh).  In this episode we hear about Josh's jo...

Aaron's Rig Rundown

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we run through the ins and outs of Aaron's gear. What's in his bag, the idiosyncrasies he has when operating his gear, and h...

Seth's Rig Rundown

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we run through the ins and outs of my gear. What's in my bag, the idiosyncrasies I have when operating my gear, and my headspace ...

"The Art of Perseverance" with former MLB player Adam Greenberg

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Aaron and I are joined by former MLB player, author, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur Adam Greenberg. Adam embodies the word pe...

Going Mirrorless & Customizing Your Settings

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about my recent experience going from DSLR to mirrorless. We talk about how efficient it can be to customize your buttons and ...

Getting Out of Your Own Way

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we take our first listener question live on the show. Thanks to our new RODE Caster Pro recording interfaces, if you record a voice me...

2021 Year in Review

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Aaron and I wrap up our photography experience in 2021. We go over some wins, some learning experiences, and what we're looking ...

Fighting Existential Dread as a Creator

24 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we tackle a listener suggested topic about existential crises and dread. "Why bother trying or pushing forward if life is so temp...

Stop Caring About What Other People Think

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we look at the innocence and perspective of the world from a kid's point of view. There are several things we can take away from ...

Having an Emotionally Compelling Reason Behind Your Photography with @gomzzzzzzzzzz

11 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus Saturday episode we have @gomzzzzzzzzzz on the show after he won Aaron's 10k IG follower giveaway. One of the prizes was a chance t...

The First Annual Photographer Mindset Retreat Announcement

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are crazy excited! For the first time we are hosting an exclusive Photographer Mindset Retreat in Zion National Park and we'd like 7 listeners...

Your Brain as a Super Computer

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we use the analogy of treating your mind like a super computer. We all take good care of our technology. We clean it, give it firmware...

How to Welcome Praise and Compliments

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we thank everyone for their support and kind words as the podcast recently hit 25,000 downloads! We extend this conversation into an i...

Always Be Yourself on Social Media with @iansjones

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we're joined again by the always funny yet always insightful Ian Jones (@iansjones). Ian is a great friend of ours and between th...

The Difference Between Complacency & Gratitude

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about a topic a listener wanted to hear discussed on the show. They struggle with distinguishing the difference between compla...

Separating Goals From Expectations

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about the idea of separating your goals from expectations. Sometimes we have the tendency to either knowingly or unknowingly a...

Being Bullish On Yourself with @colin_mcgahan

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're joined by Colin McGahan (@colin_mcgahan) , a landscape and astro photographer from New England.  Colin is an avid ...

The 6 Human Needs That Influence All of Your Behaviour

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we go over the 6 human needs that influence and are the driving factor behind every action we perform. This episode is designed to rai...

4 Principles That Change Your Life

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we go over 4 life changing principles from Miguel Ruiz's book The Four Agreements and look for ways to apply them in our photogra...

The Day Facebook Died

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about the day Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp all died. We talk about a fantasy world where these platforms stayed blacked o...

Setting Digital Boundaries

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

First of all, congrats to our first #TPMartwork featured photographer @julia.littlelightningnature! If you're listening on Spotify you'll se...

Emotionally Connecting to Your Scene with @sapnareddy

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're joined by Sapna Reddy (@sapnareddy) , a truly incredible landscape photographer with so many accolades having won c...

Turning Downtime Into Uptime

17 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget our new #tpmartwork campaign! Just use the hashtag on your IG posts for a chance to have your image featured and credited as the cov...

Boosting Your Self Awareness

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Important news! You listeners are so great and Aaron and I want to create ways to get you more involved in the show. We've introduced #tpmartwork...

500px & The Photographer Mindset

03 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're joined by Stephanie (@that_girl_named_steph) and Rhiannon (@rhimarq) from @500px who tell us all the in's and out&apo...

How to Pitch (Part 2): Following Up & Negotiation

27 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the second part of this two-part episode we wrap up our discussion with the middle to final stage of pitching companies and brands; laying out your...

NFT's & The Elephant in the Room

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we get passionate and speak from the heart. We talk about NFT's; what they are, how photographers are making a killing off of the...

Answering Listener Questions Vol.6 with @davesandford

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have the man we're always referring to on the show as "Dave" back on to answer some listener questions. @davesandfor...

No Luke-Warm Opinions

06 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're a lit bit edgier and a little bit more take it or leave it. We discuss whether or not gaining tips is authentic wildlife p...

How to Pitch (Part 1): Identifying Realistic Candidates

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this multi-part episode we fine tune our discussion with the beginning stage of pitching companies and brands; identifying which companies could us...

Are You an Artist or a Content Creator?

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we tackle an interesting subject, the differences and/or similarities between content creators and artists. We discuss how figuring ou...

The Proper Way to Channel Emotions

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a followup on a topic discussed in the previous podcast. How to properly channel emotions and allow them to flow through like energy s...

Conservation, Connectedness, & Mental Health with @candacedyar

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a talk with @candacedyar, a photographer from Seattle who's work focuses a lot on conservation. Candace has had the pleasur...

Real Life Photography Adversity Scenarios

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ahead of time, Aaron and I have each come up with roughly 3 adverse scenarios each that could happen to any given photographer.We talk in this series ...

Bee Photography and Living Sustainably with @hannahshoneycomb

26 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with @hannahshoneycomb from Florida, the show's first macro photographer who specializes in snapping photos of...

The Traits of Photographers Who Accomplish Big Things

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is another talk featuring our favourite co-host Aaron Mannes. We take an episode suggestion from our good friend, wildlife photographer, ...

What Works and What Doesn't with @lydebug

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a talk with Lydia Ripplinger  (@lydebug), an incredible wildlife photographer and the owner of feature account @best_birds_of_i...

The Synergy of Wildlife Photography and Conservation with @zacmillsphotography

06 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with photographer and conservationist Zac Mills (@zacmillsphotography) who resides in Canmore, Alberta but has visi...

Building the Well-Rounded Photographer

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Back with another "mini-sode"!In this short episode we begin to craft the building blocks of the "well-rounded" photographer, a pr...

Treating Photography as a Practice

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode @mantis_photography joins me again after a well received one year anniversary episode as we discuss the fundamentals of photography as...

Finding the Ability to Pivot with @lloydevansphoto

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a long awaited talk with  (@lloydevansphoto), an amazing landscape photographer from the UK with some of the greatest earth ton...

The One Year Anniversary of The Photographer Mindset Podcast

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In celebration of the 1 year anniversary of the show, my good friend @mantis_photography interviews me in this role reversal episode! Huge thanks to A...

Happy Earth Day! with @sethmacey

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Earth Day everyone! In this "mini-sode" I go over why everyday should be considered Earth Day and  how important it is to remain in t...

The Age of Transparency with @canoe_carrier

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Colin Bruce, (@canoe_carrier) a wildlife photographer from the Algonquin Park area of Ontario, Canada. Colin i...

Answering Listener Questions Vol.5 with @brookelittlebear

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have Brooke Littlebear, (@brookelittlebear) a wildlife photographer living in Salt Lake City, Utah revisit the show to help dive in...

Getting Your Work Published with @insearchofperfect

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with photographer Yulia Denisyuk (@insearchofperfect) a photographer, writer, entrepreneur, and podcast host.  Yul...

Stop Forcing It with @arthurlefo

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a talk with Arthur Lefo  (@arthurlefo), an exceptionally talented wildlife photographer and wholesome human being from Jackson ...

Photography & Writing Go Hand-in-Hand with @synchhayds

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features an episode with photographer & writer, Hayden Lynch (@synchhayds), who packed up his desk items and left the 9-5 in search o...

Answering Listener Questions Vol.4 with @bretblakely

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we go back to the roots of the show and invite the very first guest Bret Blakely (@bretblakely) a landscape and wildlife photographer ...

When Passion and Specialization Fuse Together with @maxwelhohn

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with diver, photographer, & videographer @maxwelhohn who has had his work featured in BBC & Netlfix shows a...

5 Creative Ways to Utilize Intsagram Guides with @sethmacey

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we dive into 5 creative ways to use Instagram "Guides" to your advantage. Its a feature that I believe leverages the strengt...

The 80/20 Rule for Social Media Growth with @sethmacey

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we dive into the 80/20 rule and how adding a value proposition to your social media strategy and content is the true key to growth on ...

Clubhouse... What's All the Hype? with @sethmacey

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I dive into all the hype around the newest social media app Clubhouse. In all honesty, I believe this app is a game changer and a disr...

Answering Listener Questions Vol.3 with @benskaar

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I bring back the amazingly talented photographer and drone pilot Ben Skaar (@benskaar).  Ben assists me in taking on some listener qu...

Some Serious Perspective with @alecoutside

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with photographer Alec Sills-Trausch (@alecoutside) a photographer from Arizona. Alec is an incredible landscape ph...

Living a Life of Intent with @ethanabitz

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with a very niche photographer, Ethan Bitz.  @ethanabitz has made his mark in the photography community by special...

You Win When You Give with @ellisreed

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Ellis Reed (@ellisreed), a Bristol, UK based photographer who is definitely one of the kings of colour grading...

Answering Listener Questions Vol.2 with @mantis_photography

08 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I welcome back Aaron Mannes (@mantis_photography) to the show to be a part of a new mini series on the show where we answer questions ...

Authentic Motivation is the Key with @chrisj.801

01 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with photographer Chris Johnson (@chrisj.801) from the PNW. Not only is Chris a fantastic photographer, but he is a...

2020 Wrap Up with @eddcope

25 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with UK photographer Edd Cope (@eddcope). Edd is a very talented photographer and a very articulate and well-spoken...

Mitigating Burnout with @sethmacey

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is the fourth solo show of the podcast with host Seth Macey.In this short episode we talk about dealing with burnout, and how to deal wit...

Answering Listener Questions Vol.1 with @iansjones

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I bring back my good friend and amazingly talented photographer Ian Jones (@iansjones) to help me tackle some listener questions and p...

Consciously Consuming Social Media with @lindsaysganga

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is our first discussion with a non-photographer, but rather a social media consultant, coach and "conscious digital educator" f...

Building Relationships and Rapport with @aryanmojiri

27 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Toronto videographer and photographer Aryan Mojiri (@aryanmojiri). Aryan is incredibly knowledgable and well v...

It's Never Crowded Along the Extra Mile with @mkvackay

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features guest with Mike Kvackay (@mkvackay), a Colorado landscape photographer. Mike is an extremely down to earth kind of person and a ...

Treating Your Eyes as the Lens with @shreddin_kevin

13 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with PNW photographer Kevin Hense who goes by the username @shreddin_kevin. Not to be too cliche, but Kevin's ...

Adopting Radical Accountability with @connormillermedia

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Connor Miller (@connormillermedia), a new photographer and co-founder of freighting company ArdentX. Connor&ap...

Valuing Your Time with @melissawhellams

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Melissa Whellams (@melissawhellams), a Calgary based photographer who is definitely a jack of all trades when ...

The Humble Approach with @andyhvu

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Andy Vu (@andyhvu), a travel, wedding, and product photographer based out of Houston, Texas. Andy is an ICU nu...

Digital Minimalism & Validation with @mikemxlx

16 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Mike Mala, a photographer from London, Ontario who goes by the username @mikemxlx on Instagram. Mike is a very...

Discovering Your Purpose with @warrenkeelan

09 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features the first Australian photographer on the podcast, Warren Keelan (@warrenkeelan), a talented seascape and water focused photograp...

Pebble Mine with @drewhh

02 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Drew Hamilton (@drewhh), a conservationist and guide first, a photographer second. Drew has been guiding tours...

Take Control, Take Action with @sethmacey

25 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is the third solo show of the podcast with host Seth Macey.In this episode we talk about how taking action is the first step towards achi...

The Entrepreneurial Mindset with @morgan.tuohy from @nearzerolabs

18 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a talk with Morgan Tuohy (@morgan.tuohy), a Colorado/ Western American photographer who is also the founder of a new ultra light...

Locking Into the Present with @frank.shoots

11 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat with Hawaii underwater and landscape photographer Frank Silva (@frank.shoots). Frank is an all around talented photographer, bu...

Diving into the Portrait Headspace with @somewhat.strange

04 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Cole Cheveldave, the podcast's first portrait photographer guest who goes by the handle @somewhat.strange...

Getting Better Each Day with @sethmacey

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about surrounding yourself with credible people that are already in positions you want to be in. We also discuss the inevitabi...

Just Go Do It... with @jdubcaptures

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Jenny Wong (@jdubcaptures), a Canadian landscape, nature, and wildlife photographer. Jenny is a conservationis...

Getting to Know Yourself with @vikingroamer

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode's discussion is with Guiie Sandgaard, an amazing landscape photographer from Denmark who goes by the handle @vikingroamer on Instagr...

Telling Your Story with @bearingeast

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with UK product photographer Sam East who goes by the username @bearingeast. Sam has incredible product shots with ...

Ditching the Comfort Zone with @avecnicole

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with the second female photographer guest on the show, Nicole Zelkowitz an extremely versatile and well-rounded pho...

Simplify Your Game with @alftown

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with Canadian wildlife and landscape photographer Alan Poelman (@alftown) from Atikokan, Ontario. Alan is an extrem...

Learning to Love the Journey with @brookelittlebear

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a discussion with the first female photographer guest on the show, Brooke Littlebear an incredible wildlife photographer from Sa...