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Those of us who love nature photography enjoy the outdoors and its endless beauty. But how much do we stop to reflect on what it’s telling us about its own place in the world, and what it can tell us about ourselves? Michele Sons has a message that's so needed in this increasingly virtual world, as she invites us to connect more fully with our surroundings. Michele also encourages us to approach our craft with a playful spirit and shares how she has developed her own vision through continuous curiosity.Her newest eBook is "DAWNLAND: Creative, Holistic Approaches to Photographing Acadia National Park." This eBook offers both technical and artistic approaches to photographing one of America's most visited national parks, along with Acadia's physical and cultural geography to facilitate connection to place, and creative prompts for your own expressive image-making.DAWNLAND: https://michelesons.myflodesk.com/dawnlandhttps://www.michelesons.com/https://www.instagram.com/michelesonsphotography/https://www.michelesons.com/theartofplaceHORIZONS PHOTOGRAPHY CONFERENCE: https://www.horizonsphoto.com/ Use discount code BETH100 to receive $100 off your registrationSocials:http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotohttps://bsky.app/profile/bethbuelow.bsky.socialhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does someone go from the strictest of photographic arts – photojournalism – to building a body of work based on one of the most abstract forms of photography there is?I’m pleased to welcome Kaisa Siren to the conversation. From her home base in the Arctic Circle, Kaisa has explored both far afield and close to home. We chat about how she realized ICM as a way to balance her creative energy, making images with intention, and how ICM helps to make the invisible visible.Kaisa is a photographic artist and makes her soul landscape visible with Intentional Camera Movement using northern sceneries of Finland as her backdrop. She focuses on themes related to the seasons of Lapland, and the sensitivity of nature. She lives in row·vuh·nee·eh·mee, at the Arctic Circle in Lapland, Finland, where she works as a freelance photographer. She is widely published in various Finnish magazines and newspapers and has had several solo and group exhibitions in Finland, Sweden, Denmark, New York , Scotland and Germany. She has been a regular contributor to the ICMPhotoMag from its very beginning. She is a co-founder of ICMPhotomag Network Community and ICM Photo Academy, and teaches courses on ICM photography, both in person and on-line, and has been a co-leader of New Beginnings workshops from the start in 2021.ICM Photo Magazine Network: https://www.icmphotomag.network/Connect with Kaisa:http://www.artistkaisasiren.comhttp://www.instagram.com/icm_kaisasiren/https://www.facebook.com/KaisaSiren/Socials:http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotohttps://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyAcknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ready for something a bit different that might make you rethink having people - or even yourself - in the frame? I'm joined by Sara Kushner, and we talk about how she got started putting herself in the frame, why her work can't be classified as glorified selfies, and what emotional, logistical, and technical aspects you want to consider if you're thinking about trying out self-portraiture.Even if you have no interest in putting yourself in front of the camera, you're still going to hear wisdom that will be useful when you are behind the camera.(PS: I had the delightful experience of meeting Sara at the Winter Women's Photography Conference in Estes Park, Colorado in early February. She's just as charming in person as she is online!)Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2upzRyM4fHQ&list=PLaUQ33Eh9FrrOXCUorA4Co5JrOKDbhNZJ&index=1&t=69sSara Kushner is an environmental self-portrait photographer on a mission to make life a bit more playful. Through her lens, she celebrates the beauty of self-expression, body acceptance, and authenticity, inviting others to see the world in a new light. Her whimsical, vibrant self-portraits reflect her deep commitment to joy and her appreciation of the natural spaces in which she creates. Sara hopes her work will inspire others to embrace their true selves beyond societal expectations, while appreciating and celebrating the unparalleled beauty found in nature.BONUS: Discount code on Sara's limited edition prints: PIXELS5Connect with Sara:http://sarakushner.comhttp://sarakushner.com/shophttp://instagram.com/sara_at_playhttp://zesty-nutrition.comDid you find this video valuable? Here's how you can help!Every like, comment, subscribe, and share helps this channel grow and benefit photographers everywhere. You can also show your appreciation and support by buying me a chai ☕️ (http://buymeacoffee.com/bethbuelow) or purchasing a YT Super Thanks (click/tap the three dots near the Like button for the option). All proceeds go to my video editor 😂 Thank you so much! 💙Socials:Website: http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotoBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bethbuelow.bsky.socialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When it comes to improving our photography, we often focus on a few areas: our creative vision, our technical and processing skills, and our gear. Those are all important, but they’re missing a critical element: YOU. In this conversation with Alister Benn, we talk about what it means to bring yourself to your photography, his evolution into creating autobiographical images, and what role story and context play in how we present our work. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Uc69DhHLFkAlister Benn is a renowned landscape photographer, educator, and author, celebrated for his innovative approach to night photography and expressive, minimalist landscapes. His work often emphasizes mood, emotion, and the intimate connection between the natural world and human experience. Through his artistic and educational endeavors, Alister Benn has inspired photographers around the globe to connect deeply with their craft and the natural world.CONNECT WITH ALISTERhttp://expressive.photography/http://www.youtube.com/@Alister_Bennhttp://www.instagram.com/alister_benn/Printed Book, Out of Darkness: https://expressive.photography/out-of-darkness-home/eBooks: https://expressive.photography/education/Workshops: https://expressive.photography/workshops/Socials:http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotohttps://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorSound Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have a million ways to plan out every aspect of our photography time, but my guest today invites us to leave room for the unexpected and in doing so, to be open to what pulls at our eyes and hearts.Wendy Bagnall is a photographic artist who lives in England. The natural landscape is the inspiration behind her work, which is an interpretation of what she sees. Wendy’s approach is unrestrictive and often with an abstract quality, augmenting the light, texture and topography of the landscape, creating pieces that aim to evoke an emotional connection with the viewer. http://www.wendybagnall.comhttps://www.instagram.com/wendybagnall_/Resources recommended by Wendyhttps://www.seantucker.photography/the-meaning-in-the-making (be sure to subscribe to Sean's outstanding YT channel, too! https://www.youtube.com/c/seantuckerphoto )Rachael Talibart: https://www.instagram.com/rachaeltalibart/Valda Bailey: https://www.instagram.com/valda_bailey_art/Vivian Maier: https://www.vivianmaier.com/Ellis O'Conner: https://www.instagram.com/ellisoconnor/Did you find this video valuable? Here's how you can help!Every like, comment, subscribe, and share helps this channel grow and benefit photographers everywhere. You can also show your appreciation and support by buying me a chai ☕️ (http://buymeacoffee.com/bethbuelow) or purchasing a YT Super Thanks (click/tap the three dots near the Like button for the option). All proceeds go to my video editor 😂 Thank you so much! 💙Socials:Website: http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Pach's decades of experience and adventures shine through in his thoughts on what it means to be creative, practicing mindfulness, the appeal—and sometimes challenges—of astrophotography, and forming relationships with whatever we point our camera at.Mike Pach, owner of 3 Peaks Photography & Design, is an internationally known, award-winning photographer, speaker and author with more than 40 years of experience in photography. He is on the board of DarkSky Colorado, the founder of the Colorado Photography Learning Group and has been teaching photography and Photoshop classes since 2007. Mike is the author of "Colorado Springs Then and Now," and he conducts night-sky photography workshops. He is a former aerospace engineer with a Bachelor of Science degree from St. Louis University and an MBA from Maryville University. Mike is also an ambassador for Move Shoot Move, is a NiSi reseller and has a retail website called AdventureCam Photo (http://adventurecamphoto.com) Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/B0Bs4QAXjwI?si=GMKJQ21erMTaNGPhRecommended App:PhotoPills: https://www.photopills.com/Connect with Mike:Main Website: https://3peaksphoto.com/Workshops: https://3peaksphoto.com/westcliffeworkshops/ and https://3peaksphoto.com/paintminesworkshops/Book: https://3peaksphoto.com/cos150/Same Tree Different Day (365-day project): https://3peaksphoto.com/stdd/Classes (next round begins Jan 2025): https://3peaksphoto.com/classes/photography-class/Colorado Photography Learning Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cplg1Every like, comment, subscribe, and share helps this channel grow and benefit photographers everywhere. You can also show your appreciation and support by buying me a chai ☕️: http://buymeacoffee.com/bethbuelow Thank you so much! 💙Socials:http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotoAcknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes someone a photographer, and who decides? Shanda Akin has experienced a journey from the air force to the arts and has lots to share about how we see ourselves as photographers. Her love of learning is our good fortune, as we talk about valuable lessons she’s picking up in her pursuit of a Master of Arts in Photography, how we can make sublime images, and the power of projects to spark our creativity.Learn more about the Women’s Winter Photography Conference, hosted by the Outdoor Photo Alliance, February 6-9, 2025, in Estes Park, Colorado. You can get $100 off your registration fee by entering PIXELS100 at checkout: https://www.outdoorphotoalliance.comResources Mentioned + More Shanda!Heather Evans Smith : https://www.heatherevanssmith.com Tom Chambers: https://www.tomchambersphoto.com David Maisel: https://davidmaisel.com Todd Hido: http://www.toddhido.com Michael Kenna: https://www.michaelkenna.com Another great YouTube channel is Linda Nickell's Happiness Hour. She's interviewed Shanda a couple of times: https://youtu.be/8QW59eY3U_M?si=YnuNscZ_3OmqsGvS and https://youtu.be/Rqcmrk82D8Q?si=FxlS6Njc5oRxse_O Socials: Website: http://www.bethbuelowphotography.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotography LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements: Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cole Thompson joins me for a wide-ranging and engaging conversation. You’re going to hear his thoughts on why ego is the enemy of vision, the value of seizing the moment, and the stories behind a few of his favorite images. And of course, we talk about his well-known and sometimes controversial practice of photographic celibacy.Watch this episode on YouTubeConnect with Cole:Website: http://ColethompsonPhotography.comThe Cole & John Show: https://www.youtube.com/@UC0gOteOpenP5j3CXrEmJFjAInstagram: http://instagram.com/colepthompsonSocials:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PixelsHeartandArtWebsite: http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is there such a thing as loving photography too much? If we asked my guest today, the answer would definitely be NO! Her enthusiasm is inspiring, and so is her honest sharing about her path as a photographer.I’m pleased to welcome Martha Montiel to the conversation. She shares how her style has evolved over the years, what she’s learned from having world-class mentors, and why it’s beneficial to explore different genres of photography in the spirit of staying creatively energized and learning what types of subjects you enjoy.Learn more about the Women’s Winter Photography Conference, hosted by the Outdoor Photo Alliance, February 6-9, 2025, in Estes Park, Colorado. You can get $100 off your registration fee by entering PIXELS100 at checkout: https://www.outdoorphotoalliance.comConnect with Martha:http://www.marthamontielphotography.comhttp://www.outdoorphotoalliance.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Marthamontielphotography/https://www.instagram.com/marthamontielphotography/Socials:https://www.youtube.com/@PixelsHeartandArthttp://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotohttps://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor: Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comView this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2wWCb91KKw&list=PLaUQ33Eh9FrrOXCUorA4Co5JrOKDbhNZJ&index=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's talk about a word we sometimes avoid when talking about our photography: PLAY. I embrace the concept even as I use every other word to describe the process. What's up with that?! Here's why play should be taken seriously and a few ideas to help shift our mindset. By the end, I hope you'll agree with me: play is the way!In the YouTube version of this podcast, I share images throughout that represent my photographic play: https://youtu.be/pQw_d2MkVD4Socials:https://www.youtube.com/@PixelsHeartandArtWebsite: http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:A special thanks to Inspired Creator Grants for their support of this channel: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you bring together an engineering mind with a creative heart and insatiable curiosity, the result is the amazing work of Jeanie Sumrall-Ajero. Through our conversation, you are going to experience her as the embodiment of a spirit of play, experimentation, and thoughtfulness. We talk about how her multi-disciplinary background informs her photography, the role of community in connection and inspiration, and how we can respond when we feel fear or hesitation as we find our creative way in the world.Jeanie also shares info about the Women’s Winter Photography Conference being hosted by the Outdoor Photo Alliance, February 6-9, 2025, in Estes Park, Colorado. You can get $100 off your registration fee by entering PIXELS100 at checkout: https://www.outdoorphotoalliance.com/womens-photography-conference About Jeanie: Jeanie’s background is as varied as the photos that she takes. She’s worked as a software engineer, a massage therapist, an English teacher in Vietnam, a photo restoration artist (which is how she learned Photoshop) and most recently ran a small software business with her husband in the crafting world. Since 2017 Jeanie has put that same creative passion into her photography. Her mission in life is to inspire others on their creative journeys through documenting her own photographic explorations. She lives in the Rocky Mountain foothills in northern Colorado and volunteers her time as a photographer for Larimer County Natural Resources.http://www.thedigitaljeanie.comhttps://www.facebook.com/thedigitaljeanieJeanie Recommends:Sherri Mabesherrimabeimages.cominstagram.com/starlitwaltzWatch this episode on YouTube: youtu.be/qPqN3mqDDgoSocials:https://www.youtube.com/@PixelsHeartandArtbethbuelowphotography.com instagram.com/bethbuelowphotofacebook.com/bethbuelowphotography linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/ Acknowledgements: Inspired Creator Grants: naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor: Alex Armitage: alexarmitage.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you ready to ask yourself some big questions in the spirit of being a more expressive photographer? Guy Tal is my guest, and he's going to inspire you to think more deeply about your relationship to photography and creativity. The word “existential” comes up more than once, so I hope you’re game to take a fascinating philosophical journey with us. We talk about photographic promiscuity, the role of ethics in our work, and how to become more open to the world around us.Guy Tal is a professional writer and photographic artist living in Utah. He is the author of several books, a blogger, and an educator. In his photographs, he aims to express emotions and moods rather than to document or commemorate the appearances of places or events.To find links to resources and images referenced in this episode, visit https://www.bethbuelowphotography.com/pixels-episodes/philosophical-approach-photography-guy-talGuy's books, including "Be Extraordinary": https://guytal.com/booksSocials:https://www.youtube.com/@PixelsHeartandArthttp://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotohttps://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: Inspired Creator (http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creator)Video Editor: Alex Armitage (http://www.alexarmitage.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mindfulness might be something of a buzzword, but when it comes to our photography, it’s worth the effort to make it a practice, and my guest today gives us some useful tips on how to do that. In this episode, I’m speaking with photographer Beth Young. As you might expect when you get two Beths together, we had a great time, talking about embracing slow photography, finding order in chaos, how constraints help us expand our creativity, and making sure social media isn’t the boss of us.Mentioned in this episode:Embrace the Shake (Phil Hansen): https://www.ted.com/talks/phil_hansen_embrace_the_shakeThe Paradox of Choice (Barry Schwartz): https://www.ted.com/talks/barry_schwartz_the_paradox_of_choiceAbout Beth Young: Residing in Sacramento, California, Beth Young is a practicing architect and prolific nature photographer passionate about capturing uplifting images that endeavor to communicate the therapeutic effects of photography, both for the photographer and the observer. By employing a palette of bright colors and warm light on the landscape, Beth’s uplifting imagery seeks to conjure feelings of hope, healing, and renewal with an emphasis on wellness and the human experience. Beth Young’s photography is shown in group and solo gallery exhibitions, and is featured in hospitals, clinics, cancer centers, and healthcare facilities across the country. Through her print sales, she commits a percentage of profits to cancer causes that directly benefit patients within her community.https://www.optimalfocusphotography.com/https://www.instagram.com/optimal_focus/https://www.facebook.com/optimalfocusphotographyhttps://www.youtube.com/@PixelsHeartandArthttp://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotohttps://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements: Inspired Creator Grants: Inspired Creator (http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creator) Video Editor: Alex Armitage (http://www.alexarmitage.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's interesting that, as someone who appreciates control, I've chosen both a photography approach (abstracts, intentional camera movement) and an artistic medium (alcohol inks) that require a willingness to lose control. Wisdom from Rick Rubin and "The Creative Act" gets us in the frame of mind to loosen our grip and trust the process. Part 2 in a series exploring creativity cross-training.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4sTp-8FfPqs?si=flqGL1OQ85GrkMV3Part 1, "I'm having an affair": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6H2fb1HuGeQhttp://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphoto/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost every single person I’ve interviewed for this channel has had one question for me: "Have you talked to Sarah Marino yet?" Well, with this episode, I can now say yes, I’ve talked with Sarah Marino! And she’s as thoughtful and generous as ever with her insights. We talk about nature first principles, reciprocity with our subjects, reasons to keep our worst photos, how her photography has evolved over the past 13 years, and so much more.See the images referenced in this episode at https://www.bethbuelowphotography.com/pixels-episodes/photographing-beauty-regardless-of-conditions-with-sarah-marino Connect with Sarah:http://smallscenes.com/http://www.instagram.com/sarahmarinophoto/http://www.instagram.com/sarahmarino.bw/Sarah Marino is a nature photographer, photography educator, and writer based in southwestern Colorado. In addition to photographing grand landscapes, Sarah is best known for her photographs of smaller subjects including intimate landscapes, abstract renditions of natural subjects, and creative portraits of plants and trees. Sarah is the author or co-author of a diverse range of educational resources for nature photographers on subjects including composition, photographing nature’s small scenes, and black and white photography. Sarah, a co-founder of the Nature First Alliance for Responsible Nature Photography, also seeks to promote the responsible stewardship of natural and wild places through her photography and teaching.Socials:http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotohttps://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: Inspired Creator (http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creator)Video Editor: Alex Armitage (http://www.alexarmitage.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all hear music differently, and some of us SEE music and translate that to visual art. Jerad Armijo's otherworldly photography is a visual diary of his lived experiences, partly informed by the sounds that bring colors to his imagination. We talk about his experience of chromesthesia, as well as lessons from his early mentors that give us valuable information about how we can start to define our own style.Note: There is a brief mention of suicidal thoughts and depression around the 4:30 mark of this conversation. If you or someone you know is suicidal, call one of the numbers provided: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suici.... If someone is in IMMEDIATE danger, please call your local emergency number (e.g. 911 in the US)Jared Armijo is a landscape photographer who uses synesthesia, minimalism, and surrealism to express his life’s journey. Otherworldly, desolate, and surrealscenes with peculiar colors and stories. Be Human. Be Kind.Connect with Jared http://www.awayiflew.com   / away_i_flew     / awayiflew  See images referenced in this episode at PixelsPodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Photographer Brie Stockwell has an energetic personality with a serene visual style. We talk about that paradox, along with finding inner peace amidst chaos, the importance of interpreting and experiencing photographs from different perspectives, and the need to detach from external opinions and focus on one's own creative vision. Brie shares her journey as a photographer and the importance of embracing vulnerability and imperfection throughout the creative process.View images referenced in this episode at bethbuelowphotography.com/pixels-episodes/from-beginner-to-leading-workshops-in-4-years-with-brie-stockwell Connect with Brie https://creativemindscoach.com/https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/https://www.instagram.com/brie.stockwell.studio/Socials http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotohttps://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/AcknowledgementsInspired Creator Grants: Inspired Creator: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor: Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love always happens when you're not looking for it. Let's explore how to become better photographers by putting down our cameras and being swept away by creative play. This is the first in a series of episodes about creativity cross-training. Mentioned: Kristy Swanson: https://www.kristyswansonart.com/ John Barclay Pixels episode:    • What Makes Your Heart Sing? | John Ba...   Resources: My alcohol inks tutorial playlist:    • Alcohol Inks   My cyanotype tutorial playlist:    • Cyanotype   Art supplies (non-affiliate): https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls... Acknowledgements: Inspired Creator Grants: Inspired Creator (http://www.naturephotographyclasses.c...)See images I share during this episode here: www.bethbuelowphotography.com/pixels-episodes/im-having-an-affair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I’m joined by TJ Thorne. TJ has an open, curious, and playful approach to photography that comes out clearly in this conversation. We discuss comfort zones, expectations, and experimentation; balancing business and creativity and the challenges of monetizing artistic work; and moving away from popular trends to find your personal visual voice.About TJ ThorneTJ Thorne is an Oregon-based Fine Art Landscape and Nature Photographer. The inspiration for his work is found in the simplicity and calming aspects of nature and is often evident in his photos. He offers Fine Art Nature Prints, private guiding and instruction, group photography workshops, and tutorial videos.See the images referenced in this episode at https://www.bethbuelowphotography.com/pixels-episodes/shooting-out-of-focus-completely-changed-my-photography-with-tj-thorne Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Of the photographers I've followed over the years, Stephanie Johnson has been on the most transformative journey. Our conversation explores the significance of imagination and curiosity in the creative process, using our cameras and post-processing as tools to achieve our vision. My favorite part of this chat was Stephanie sharing her insights on the importance of giving oneself permission to play and expand creative boundaries. Stephanie Johnson is a self-taught creative photographer, who is primarily focused on Intentional Camera Movement (ICM), multiple exposure, and creative photography techniques as a form of artistic expression. She has a deep passion for creating uniquely distinctive images by working with camera movement to reveal the essence of any given scene, and as a creative photographer, she is always seeking to push the boundaries of her own artistry. She brings an inter-connected, creative, and intuitive approach to her photography-as-art to visually express the essence of light, color, form, line, texture, mood, and emotion through the various in-camera creative techniques of ICM. Stephanie has a Bachelor of Arts degree and graduate work in English Literature and is the Founder, Creator, and Publisher of ICM Photography Magazine (ICMPhotoMag).View the images discussed in this episode here: www.bethbuelowphotography.com/pixels-episodes/crafting-stories-through-intentional-camera-movement-with-stephanie-johnson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.