Photography is Nothing

Episode 24 - There is typically lots of fashion & editorial photography that surrounds the Olympics. For this year’s 2026 Winter Olympics, Zach & Courtney found three cool photoshoots, but feel like there should be a lot more!In this episode we talk about… Win Tam’s high-fashion photos of Team China for VogueMan ChinaFrench photographer Mathieu Forget photographing Italian Olympians in a 5-star Milan hotelNewel Odin’s sleek, modern images of Team FranceWe also take an historical look at Olympics editorial photoshoots by Annie Leibovitz, Bruce Weber, and Ryan McGinley and compare them to what we’re seeing today. PLUS, Courtney talks about how the Olympics are neither the time nor place for public wedding proposals and Zach gets up in arms about how photographers need to be credited correctly for their work.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Where are the photoshoots? Are major publications commissioning less work?0:45 - Olympic fashion photography1:58 - Win Tam’s photos for VogueMan China8:13 - Mathieu Forget photographs Olympians in a 5-star hotel13:51 - Nawel Odin photographs the French Olympic bobsled & luge team17:39 - It seems like magazines are doing fewer photoshoots for the Olympics20:59 - Where are the editorial photoshoots by women?23:16 - Annie Leibovitz’s 1996 Olympic photoshoot for Vanity Fair30:59 - Where are the big photoshoots of Olympians?33:00 - Too much coverage of Breezy Johnson’s engagement38:11 - The right way to give photo credits to photographersFind ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 23 - What focal length lens do you use for backstage photography? Do you ever use “silent shutter” mode? Do you use fixed focal length? Do you have insurance on all your cameras & gear?What do people who are actually from working class areas of England think of Martin Parr’s documentation of New Brighton?In this episode, we answer questions and read comments from viewers and talk about retiring the Mystery Zine. We also address some of the most common questions we’ve received in the 4 years of printing our quarterly magazine. “Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - What happens when your camera gear damages property?0:16 - Want to learn about photography? Ask us your questions!3:05 - What do people think of Martin Parr’s The Last Resort?9:30 - Should I use “silent shutter” mode on a DSLR?11:16 - What is “rolling shutter effect”?14:08 - What focal length to use when you’re close to people?18:25 - Film vs Digital21:06 - How important is the camera lens?23:19 - Should I use the same brand camera & lens?24:53 - Camera & general liability insurance for photographers28:00 - What happens if I damage on a photoshoot (a story)29:47 - Is a laptop or desktop better for photographers?32:22 - What the sigma?35:01 - How to start publishing a photography zineFind the Mystery Zinehttps://zachdobson.bigcartel.com/product/mystery-zine-17Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 22 - This week we talk about going behind the scenes and photographing backstage at concerts, shows, and events. When attending a performance, what happens on stage is only one small part of the story. Going backstage to photograph the emotion, preparation, and all the moving parts offers a more complete sense of what it takes to make a show happen.In this episode, we go through Zach’s backstage photography of concerts, comedy shows, dance performances and more. We also look at the work of photographers Sasha Gusov (ballet), Jim Marshall (music), and Marsha Bernstein (fashion).“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Garry Winogrand’s wife was married to a lens.0:25 - Today’s subject is backstage photography.1:35 - Courtney says why it’s important for kids to perform.6:49 - Why we’re talking about backstage photography.10:14 - Zach’s first big behind-the-scenes opportunity: a comedy festival in LA.15:42 - What Zach learned photographing Mel Brooks backstage.20:46 - The kids got into dance, so now we are, too.32:32 - Photographing our kids in Bye Bye Birdie.37:10 - A photographer’s photo.46:50 - Russian photographer Sasha Gusov photographs the Bolshoi Ballet.50:55 - Iconic rock & roll photographer Jim Marshall.54:32 - Fashion photographer Marsha Bernstein.57:37 - Courtney’s opening night performance.Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 21 - This week we talk about the late great Martin Parr. Starting in the black & white documentary tradition in the 1970s, Parr’s work took a bold turn to color accentuated by flash in 1982. While still documentary in nature, in that he didn’t stage or pose scenes, Parr acknowledged that his photos were more of a personal interpretation of reality than a strict document of fact. He said…“I want to try and leave a set of images that sort of tell us about the times we live in and my relationship to it. My pictures are fictional in the sense that i'm often using flash so it's not something you would see with the human eye. I’m trying to ally it to my … feelings but it is still based on the reality that's out there so it's not lies, it's just an interpretation. So it's my personal interpretation of what i see in front of me, which is somewhat exaggerated.”Zach & Courtney go through some of Parr’s most famous, and lesser known, works to talk about his influence on the photography world and on them personally. They also talk about the Martin Parr Foundation and its mission to give back to the photographic community at large.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - “A dedicated enemy to everything I believe in.” 0:35 - An introduction to photographer Martin Parr.4:50 - I really love your early work.9:36 - Prestwich Mental Hospital. 1972.11:28 - The Non-Conformists. 1975-79.19:47 - Why Martin Parr switched to color photography. 1982.20:40 - The Last Resort. 1983-85.27:27 - The Cost of Living. 1989-92.29:47 - Photojournalist Philip Jones Griffiths doesn’t want Parr in Magnum Photos.36:23 - Tourists at the Leaning Tower of Pisa. 1990.38:26 - Documenting leisure pursuits of the Western World.40:05 - Tourists at the Grand Canyon, Arizona. 1994.41:18 - Martin Parr photographed a lot of cell phones.46:28 - A photo that Martin Parr regretted missing.48:48 - How Martin Parr influences Zach today.InterviewsThe World According to Parr. 2003.https://youtu.be/MCRyB2SFQZ4?si=JO_GUTdlclHZb5Rq"First priority is to make an entertaining picture." | Photographer Martin Parr | Louisiana Channel. 2022.https://youtu.be/ibqDOm3i0eA?si=he49WecFDjp-qR_3Framelines: A Conversation with Martin Parr. 2025https://youtu.be/S7ULlEIwqTs?si=CXHsz_3FBVJkyO2SFind ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 20 - Cats have been a part of photography since its beginnings. As early as the 1870s, people have been taking silly photos of cats in costumes or staged scenes.In this episode, we look at the beginnings of cat photography, technology that was developed from a scientist studying cats, and some very commercially successful cat photographers. We even bought a photo book expressly for this episode!“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Intro - Hemingway’s cats lounge around the house2:50 - Our cat wants to be on the podcast3:20 - Meet our cats 7:29 - John P. Soule - Stereoscopic cat photography in the 1870s8:56 - Some internet cats we love10:12 - Harry Whittier Frees posed cats in costumes in 191414:38 - Étienne-Jules Marey & the chronophotographic gun in the late 1800s18:10 - Walter Chandoha was the preeminent cat photographer of the 20th century22:17 - Julian Assange used his cat Michi for good PR23:38 - Cats in the Sun, a photo book by Hans Silvester (1993)28:05 - Single cat images by Henri Cartier-Bresson, Sabine Weiss, Danny Lyon, and others30:48 - Photographing Hemingway’s polydactyl cats31:58 - Baby the seeing eye cat by LIFE photographer Loren F. Smith35:37 - Cats do what they want and we accept that40:15 - Things NOT to do when photographing catsFind ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 19 - Indiana University is our alma mater and we love it! After IU football's Rose Bowl victory over Alabama, we decided to talk about our love for the school on this week's episode.In addition to football, we talk basketball (of course), soccer, Little 500, plus architecture, school history, and famous programs like the Kinsey Institute.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Zach likes the tuba part from IU's fight song.1:18 - Indiana Football wins the Rose Bowl. And our hearts.2:53 - What’s great about Bloomington, Indiana6:29 - IU Footbal in the late 1800s8:25 - Early IU basketball and Branch McCracken9:01 - Courtney MCCRACKEN has a family connection to IU.10:12 - Branch McCracken and John Wooden17:13 - Indiana University soccer is an elite program19:30 - Learn about the Little 500 bike race26:05 - Nick’s English Hut is a Bloomington institution30:56 - The history of the Sample Gates at IU34:28 - A building by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe at IU35:31 - Buildings and landmarks around the Indiana University campus49:45 - The Lilly Library continuing education as adults59:06 - A brief intro to The Kinsey InstituteFind ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 18 - In this episode Zach & Courtney talk about how football and photography came up together since the late 1800s. We can see how as the technology advanced, the style of photography changed as well.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Film becomes the subject of the photo.0:51 - Welcome to Photography is Nothing! Today we talk football.2:34 - Watch the podcast for the full experience.3:51 - The oldest football photo I could find. Old division football.5:06 - Earliest football photos were mostly posed & portraits.7:29 - Early action photos, college and professional football.11:10 - A photo from the first football game at University of Oregon - 1905.13:12 - 📷 Neil Leifer “The Greatest Game Ever Played” - 1958 NFL Championship .16:01 - Neil Leifer’s contact sheet from the 1958 NFL Championship.18:21 - 📷 Neil Leifer 1962 - Close up wide angle of game action.19:43 - 📷 Neil Leifer and remote cameras.20:46 - LIFE Magazine photos of the first Super Bowl. 1967.26:30 - Walter Iooss, Jr. and manual focus on a telephoto lens.28:29 - 📷 Walter Iooss, Jr. - Joe Namath, Poolside, Galt Ocean Mile Hotel, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 1969.31:52 - Photography is intertwined with our culture.33:11 - How camera technology changed in the second half of the 20th century .34:17 - 📷 Michael Zagaris behind the scenes photos of the 49ers.36:56 - The portraits of Walter Iooss Jr. make athletes look historic.38:32 - 📷 Richard Noble - Bo Jackson with football pads and baseball bat. 1987.40:28 - 📷 Walter Iooss, Jr. - “The Catch” 49ers vs. Cowboys. 1982.41:44 - How camera tech of today affects sports photography.43:16 - Gear is a different conversation than the photos themselves.46:52 - How to set yourself apart as a sports photographer in 2026.48:52 - Documentary photography always has value. Photos by Magnum photographers.50:51 - It’s a tough year to be an Indianapolis Colts fan.52:00 - Zach borrowed a Colts Super Bowl jacket for filming.Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 17 - In this episode Zach & Courtney talk about two photographers with opposite approaches of photographing the science of winter.Wilson “Snowflake” Bentley photographed closeup images of single snowflakes in the early era of photography (1885-1931). Esther Horvath is a photographer working today documenting climate science research, taking a broad view of the planet that spans its entire history.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Photographers contributing to winter and snow research.2:26 - Introduction to photographer Wilson “Snowflake” Bentley.6:14 - Wilson Bentley gets his first camera and modifies it with a microscope.9:03 - Creating an aperture was the missing component.10:54 - Bentley creates a custom focusing system for his camera.11:57 - Wilson Bentley employed a similar method to Edward Weston.13:14 - Bentley donates photos to the Smithsonian in 1904.17:00 - How did Wilson Bentley contribute to scientific research on snow?20:55 - “Snowflake Bentley” is an award-winning children’s book from 199922:44 - William Bentley’s book “Snow Crystals” was published in 1931.25:10 - Introduction to photographer Esther Horvath.27:13 - Photographing the climate research ship Polarstern.28:06 - Photos in the arctic at night.29:38 - Brilliant colors in the polar regions.30:26 - Photos of life doing climate research.33:09 - Photographing women doing climate research.35:02 - Photography is used to take everything from a microscopic view to a global view of our world.Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 16 - It’s that time of year when the sun sets early and we photographers are forced to practice our low light skills. Candlelight is not very bright and often inconsistent, but it’s one of the best sources for creating warm, cozy, moody, contrasty light. In this episode Zach & Courtney talk about how to photograph with candlelight and what makes it effective.Zach has lots of practice with candlelight while photographing events like A Merry Prairie Holiday at Conner Prairie in Fishers, Indiana. Zach & Courtney also look at some examples from photographers around the world.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - How to make artistic photos.0:28 - Today’s topic: Taking photos by candlelight.3:26 - Photographing in low light without flash.6:31 - New camera technology for low light photography.7:36 - Using the LCD screen on a camera to manually focus in low light.10:02 - Taking better photos in low light with your phone.12:48 - It’s okay to use high ISO in low light.14:26 - Examples of candlelight photography - Merry Prairie Christmas.15:54 - Available light photography captures the ambiance of the scene.18:00 - RAW files give you better image quality in low light.20:45 - The people of Conner Prairie.22:28 - Putting reflective surfaces next to candles for more light.23:04 - Photographing candlelight Mass.24:23 - How to get sharp photos without a tripod.26:43 - Get sharp photos in low light by shooting in bursts27:49 - High contrast photos in low light29:38 - Kamakura festival in Yokote, Japan. 📷 Peter Essick31:51 - The Miracle of the Holy Fire. 📷 Simon Norfolk34:00 - Los Crucificados. 1990. 📷 Flor Garduño34:55 - Day of the Dead. Brazil. 1966. 📷 Bruno Barbey36:11 - Elsa Maxwell's Toy Ball at the Waldorf, New York (3 Cigarettes), 1955. 📷 William Klein.37:26 - Catholics in China. 1993. 📷 Lu Nan.38:15 - Share with us your candlelight photography.Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 15 - Photographers love to talk about bokeh. So let's get into it. We talk about the origins of the word and just how recently this came into the photography lexicon.Also, more important to us than how it works from a technical standpoint is how it's used in photos to direct a viewer's eye or tell a story.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - We’re in a new location1:43 - Today’s topic: Bokeh!2:14 - Etymology of the word “bokeh”2:31 - The first time “bokeh” appeared in western media3:41 - “How do you get that background blur?”4:19 - What is bokeh? How do you use it?7:56 - Bokeh happens a lot in low light8:26 - Photographing holiday lights with lots of bokeh10:02 - Getting maximum bokeh photographing holiday lights14:48 - Big foreground bokeh17:57 - Using bokeh to direct people’s eyes22:04 - Why street photographers don’t use bokeh much23:21 - How Gueorgui Pinkhassov uses bokeh34:37 - Bokeh is great for capturing the vibes of a placeFind ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 14 - Zach has always enjoyed photographing cars. Going to the occasional car shows and gatherings has been a regular part of our family life since the beginning.Today we welcome our boys to the podcast who also enjoy photographing cars with their dad. We talk through their images as well as some of our favorite car photos by other photographers.Cars & Coffee, Carmel Artomobilia, and the Indianapolis 500, are just a few subjects we get into on this episode.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Introduction: Car shows are popular in our household2:34 - Zach started photographing cars in high school3:17 - Henry was into cars & trucks at a young age5:36 - Carmel Artomobilia is our local car show7:03 - Cars & Coffee at Graham Rahal Performance12:39 - Henry & the Indy 500 rings14:00 - Courtney loves the Indy 50015:46 - Looking at Henry's car photos23:12 - Car photos Henry likes30:13 - Henry's favorite cars33:23 - Photographer Horst Baumann - 1960's auto racing39:54 - Welcome Jett to the podcast40:26 - Car photos by Jett46:46 - Welcome Townes to the podcast47:44 - Photographing at car shows together49:53 - Car photos by Townes53:38 - Bonus content: social media editsFind ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 13 - For any household with Swifties, the number 13 has special meaning. So for this 13th episode of Photography is Nothing, Zach & Courtney invite their daughters to discuss the meaning and evolution of Taylor Swift's album art through the eras.As Taylor Swift worked her way from teen country artist to international pop phenomenon, her album photography changed, too. It's no surprise that while she was taking control of her music and image, she also played larger roles in the direction of her photography.Today, we'll go through the various photoshoots for her 12 albums and talk about how the photography reflects the mood and themes of the albums. We get into the photography of The Eras Tour as well.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Taylor Swift Album Photography Intro2:32 - Our girls' favorite photos6:23 - Debut (2006) - 📷 Andrew Orth9:50 - Fearless (2008) -  📷 Joseph Anthony Baker, Ash Newell, and Sheryl Nields12:52 - What does Taylor's Version mean?15:40 - Fearless (Taylor's Version) - 📷 Beth Garrabrant17:23 - Speak Now (2010) -   📷 Joseph Anthony Baker19:41 - Speak Now (Taylor's Version) -  📷 Beth Garrabrant21:10 - Red (2012) -  📷 Lowfield*24:09 - Red (Taylor's Version) - 📷 Beth Garrabrant25:53 - 1989 (2014) - 📷 Lowfield30:45 - 1989 (Taylor's Version) -  📷 Beth Garrabrant32:21 - Reputation -  📷 Mert & Marcus**40:21 - Lover - 📷 Valheria Rocha46:02 - Folklore - 📷 Beth Garrabrant54:02 - Evermore - 📷 Beth Garrabrant56:54 - Midnights - 📷 Beth Garrabrant1:03:14 - The Tortured Poets Department - 📷 Beth Garrabrant1:07:20 - The Life of a Showgirl -  📷 Mert & Marcus1:15:55 - The Eras Tour Photography1:20:53 - The Eras Tour Indianapolis N2 Outfits1:24:00 - Did The Eras Tour photography capture the experience?1:25:04 - Zach's photos documenting outside The Eras Tour*Lowfield is the team of Sarah Barlow & Stephen Schofield** Mert & Marcus is the duo of Mert Alaş & Marcus PiggottFind ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 12 - This week Zach & Courtney visit Tennessee, both literally and photographically. They discuss Zach’s photos from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, view historical images from the Tennessee Valley Authority, and learn about the incredible Tennessee-based photographer Stacy Kranitz.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Intro - I’m not old, I had a Nintendo!2:18 - Not much for kids to do in Nashville2:59 - The Parthenon in Nashville built in 18974:22 - Spending one day in Great Smoky Mountains National Park8:12 - Zach photographs the national parks to document how people use them.9:38 - 📷 Lee Friedlander. Mount Rushmore. 196913:51 - Zach learns about parenting in nature while taking photos15:53 - 📷 Zach’s favorite photo from Great Smoky Mountains National Park - top of Kuwohi (2018)17:44 - 📷 Historical photos from the Tennessee Valley Authority27:23 - Zach is against colorizing historical photos31:34 - 📷 The Pulitzer Prize-winning photography of Stacy Kranitz33:55 - 📷 As It Was Given To Me - Photos documenting life in Appalachia by Stacy Kranitz43:14 - Kranitz’s photos are misrepresented by CNNLinksStacy Kranitz Websitehttps://www.stacykranitz.com/Pulitzer-winning story w/ ProPublicahttps://projects.propublica.org/the-year-after-a-denied-abortion/Roger May's Interview w/ Kranitz about CNN photoshttps://www.rogermayphotography.com/walkyourcamera/tag/KranitzFind ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 11 - This week Zach & Courtney discuss photographing road trips, including Zach’s photos on the road and in the Florida Keys, plus Joel Sternfeld’s project from the 1970s and 80s, American Prospects.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Intro - Missing a great moment because he ran out of film0:45 - We loved road trips growing up3:18 - Road trips were more fun/dangerous in the 80s & 90s4:43 - Zach’s photos from rest stops and gas stations on the way to Florida 📷9:22 - A road trip through the Florida Keys 📷17:16 - Joel Sternfeld’s American Prospects feels like a road trip across the United States.17:38 - McLean, Virginia, December 1978. 📷18:01 - Joel Sternfeld’s idea behind American Prospects20:17 - After a Flash Flood. Rancho Mirage, California. 1979. 📷20:42 - The Space Shuttle Columbia Lands at Kelly Air Force Base. San Antonio, Texas. March 1979.📷21:21 - Exhausted Renegade Elephant. Woodland, Washington. June 1979.📷23:33 - Glen Canyon Dam. Page, Arizona. 1983.📷24:19 - Wet ’n’ Wild Aquatic Theme Park. Orlando, Florida. 1980.📷25:05 - Buckingham, Pennsylvania. August 1978.📷25:43 - Bikini Contest. Fort Lauderdale, Florida. March 1983.📷27:22 - Near Akron, Ohio. May 1983.📷28:26 - Portage Glacier, Alaska. August 1984.📷29:15 - Lake Oswego, Oregon. June 1979.📷30:38 - Canyon Country, California. June 1983.📷31:52 - Courtney says this series is a great introduction to the vastness of the United States.33:32 - This project helped Zach to realize that there’s wild stuff happening everywhere all the time if you’re looking for it.35:01 - West Aztec Avenue. Gallup, New Mexico. September 1982.📷35:25 - Great Salt Lake, Utah. August 1979.📷For links to all the sources for this episode, check out our resources page here...https://blog.zachdobson.com/2025/09/photography-is-nothing-ep11/Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 10 - This week Zach & Courtney discuss their visit to the Indiana State Fair plus Zach’s project documenting fairs & festivals around the state of Indiana over the last 15 years. They also look at some photography of fairs by some of the all time greats like Danny Lyon, Inge Morath, Garry Winogrand, and others!“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Zach got scammed.2:33 - Zach and Courtney visit the Indiana State Fair.5:33 - How to find the best fair food.9:55 - How much it cost us at the state fair this year.12:04 - How to find the best lemon shakeups13:14 - Zach’s Indiana Fair Project started in 2010. 📷22:12 - Danny Lyon’s portraits of carnival workers. 📷23:20 - Bruce Davidson’s photos of Jimmy Armstrong. 📷23:37 - Diane Arbus photographed outsiders in their personal spaces. 📷23:54 - Danny Lyon’s photos were the basis of The Bikeriders, a 2023 film starring Austin Butler.24:30 - René Burri - Fair ride. Zurich, Switzerland. 1980. 📷26:10 - Inge Morath - Puck Fair, Killorglin, County Kerry, Ireland. 1954. 📷26:48 - Martin Parr - Manorhamilton Sheep Fair, County Leitrim, Ireland. 1981. 📷27:02 - Gueorgui Pinkhassov - Blackpool, England. 2018. 📷27:32 - Garry Winogrand - Texas State Fair. 1964. 📷28:35 - Wolfgang Suschitzky - Hampstead Heath Fair. 1938. 📷29:06 - Garry Winogrand - World’s Fair. New York City. 1964. 📷29:34 - Zach will continue to photograph fairs and festivals. 📷Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 09 - This week Zach & Courtney discuss starting a photography business and a family at the same time and how they work to fully integrate their lives together.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson NotesWhere it says, “Photo stories with the family,” on the screen from 35:31 until the end, what that means is for every one of those images, we were all together as a family, or Zach was out with the kids. Clearly some of the photos have the kids in them, but many are documentary images of the places we’re visiting. We wanted to show the breadth of work it’s possible for us to do when we’re together. Courtney mentions a Helena Bonham Carter quote. Here it is…“I think everything in life is art. What you do. How you dress. The way you love someone, and how you talk. Your smile and your personality. What you believe in, and all your dreams. The way you drink your tea. How you decorate your home. Or party. Your grocery list. The food you make. How your writing looks. And the way you feel. Life is art.”Index0:00 - The parameters are there to help us grow.1:33 - Who are Zach & Courtney?2:11 - Meeting at Indiana University and sharing an interest in travel & storytelling.3:17 - Zach started his photography career in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.5:01 - Courtney moves to Chicago and Zach follows.6:12 - Zach & Courtney start their photography business in Indianapolis in 200615:17 - Working as a documentary commercial photographer17:52 - Booking our own weddings as a photographer18:58 - A special visitor to the set20:12 - Multiple streams of photography income. 21:44 - Courtney solo parenting while Zach works nights.25:26 - Why we decided to homeschool our kids.30:00 - Being in charge of our own time.33:14 - The Personal Legend Project35:40 - Creating stability at work and home40:00 - Society wants perfection. The interesting is in the mess.Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 08 - This week Zach & Courtney follow up with comments from last week’s album choices and discuss everything from lawsuits to successful collaborations between photographers and musicians.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson INDEX0:00 - Intro - Be more interesting!2:30 - Following up on comments about The Beatles Abbey Road conspiracies.6:57 - We each have one Mandela Effect we believe.10:06 - Our thoughts on the Nirvana Nevermind alum cover.13:43 - Album covers that had lawsuits filed: Dido’s Safe Trip Home and Vampire Weekend’s Contra19:09 - The Beatles secured permissions for all the notable people portrayed on the Sgt. Pepper album cover.21:13 - Musician Blood Orange (Dev Hynes) was inspired by Deena Lawson’s photo “Binky & Tony Forever.”29:39 - John Coltrane’s Blue Train album cover was photographed by Francis Wolff.30:46 - A brief intro to Blue Note Records designer Reid Miles.32:26 - Francis Wolff co-founded Blue Note Records and photographed many of their album covers.40:26 - Great collaborations between artists lead to the most meaningful work.Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 07 - This week Zach & Courtney discuss 8 iconic album covers and the stories behind them. They define what makes an “iconic” album cover, analyze the photos, tell how they were made, who the photographers were, and some of the myths that formed around the images.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Intro - Zach’s brush with Free Jazz0:31 - We will call photographers out on their poor behavior. Including W. Eugene Smith. 1:47 - Today’s topic: Eight Iconic Album Covers.2:15 - How do we define an iconic album cover?4:13 - The Polaroid. Taylor Swift. 1989. Photo by Lowfield.8:51 - The use of Polaroid reminds Courtney of No Code by Pearl Jam.11:20 - Greatest rock & roll photo? The Clash. London Calling. Photo by Pennie Smith15:57 - Giant Steps by John Coltrane. Photographed by Lee Friedlander20:50 - Famous behind. Bruce Springsteen. Born in the U.S.A. Photo by Annie Leibovitz24:43 - Uplifting friends. Kendrick Lamar. To Pimp A Butterfly. Photo by Denis Rouvre.27:56 - Courtney’s pick. Madonna. True Blue. Photographed by Herb Ritts.33:08 - A new classic. Doechii. Alligator Bites Never Heal. Photographed by John Jay.37:22 - The most iconic album cover photo of all time according to Zach.Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.Fair Use StatementThis document contains copyrighted material, the use of which has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. I have determined this to be "fair use" of the copyrighted material as referenced and provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. If you wish to use any copyrighted material from this document for purposes of your own that go beyond fair use, you must obtain express permission from the copyright owner.

Episode 06 - This week Zach & Courtney discuss photography projects that became obsessive, including Japanese photographer Masahisa Fukase’s Ravens, Catherine Leroy’s coverage of the Vietnam War, W. Eugene Smith documenting Pittsburg for two years, and Zach’s own project of photographing lost golf balls in the woods and the creek.**NOTES**- W. Eugene Smith’s Country Doctor story was photographed in Kremmling, Colorado.- It’s true the W. Eugene Smith would copy his correspondence for posterity.- The first woman photographer to win a Guggenheim grant was Dorothea Lange in 1941, but she turned it down to work for the government documenting Japanese Internment Camps.- Helen Levitt won two consecutive Guggenheim grants in 1959 & 1968 for her color photography.- Stephan Lorant’s book Pittsburgh: the Story of an American City was published in 1964 (Pittsburgh’s bicentennial was 1958).“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Intro - A photographer with a lot of problems0:39 - Today’s topic: Photo stories that went too far.1:38 - Comments. We made people cry.3:20 - New episodes of Photography is Nothing are released early Wednesday morning6:17 - Zach’s obsessive photo story: As It Lies 📷8:55 - What’s inside a golf ball? We were surprised to see!11:23 - Masahisa Fukase’s Ravens; a photo book 10 years in the making 📷12:56 - Backstory: Masahisa Fukase’s photographed his wife for the series From Window 📷13:59 - When is a photographer putting themself on a subject?16:21 - Ravens by Masahisa Fukase is regarded as one of the best photo books of the last 40 years. 📷20:26 - Catherine Leroy’s tenacity eventually got her captured by the enemy. She turned it into an exclusive story. 📷27:12 - W. Eugene Smith’s Pittsburgh series was aggressively massive. 📷28:38 - W. Eugene Smith is credited for inventing the modern photo story with his Country Doctor series. 📷30:45 - The story behind W. Eugene Smith’s Pittsburgh photo series. 📷32:03 - Some quotes from W. Eugene Smith. 📷43:00 - Was W. Eugene Smith one of the all-time great photographers? What is his legacy. 📷45:20 - His children that he called “anchors” were the subjects for one of his most famous photos. 📷Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.

Episode 05 - This week Zach & Courtney discuss everyday photography, Zach’s 180 on fireworks photos, an important quote that influenced Courtney, and the work of photographers Sally Mann and Larry Fink.“Photography is nothing–it's life that interests me.” - Henri Cartier-Bresson Index0:00 - Showing after every trip to the grocery store.0:19 - This is a podcast about photography and everything else.0:57 - We’re getting great feedback on the podcast!2:43 - Irish accents make Courtney feel cozy.3:43 - Question: What photo books does Zach recommend for newer photogs?7:06 - Comment: Disney ads don’t portray the reality.8:30 - Prejudice against photographers who shoot using the LCD screen10:42 - Zach does a 180 on a take from last episode.14:28 - Courtney says there’s something that parents often overlook.17:46 - Tom has an old tractor. Recreating moments in photographs.19:35 - Documentary Photography is for Everyone - Zach’s talk at the Carmel Clay Public Library.20:55 - The story about unhoused youth was not Zach’s to tell.21:59 - Covid affected Zach’s trajectory as a photographer.24:37 - Zach’s everyday photography during Covid. 📷27:58 - Sally Mann’s photos of her family. 📷35:01 - All the young people are using early 2000s digital cameras.36:38 - Larry Fink photographed his neighbors, the Sabatines, in the 1970s and 80s. 📷41:21 - Courtney loves this quote from Larry Fink that she wrote down a decade ago.43:04 - Our late neighbor Rose said in every person a whole universe is born.43:50 - Larry Fink’s photo of a universe in his own eye. 📷44:51 - In photography, it can be easy to rely on grandiose things to make a photo interesting.45:59 - Larry Fink’s full quote on the revolution within and its impact on Courtney.48:01 - We were planning to go meet Larry Fink.49:55 - Zach sees the revolution within manifest in Courtney.51:03 - Courtney doesn’t care if kids sit and listen while she reads.Find ZachWebsite: https://zachdobson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachdobsonphoto/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachdobsonphotoThreads: https://www.threads.com/@zachdobsonphotoFind CourtneyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymccracken_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happy_life_lessonsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@courtneymccracken_About the PodcastPhotography is Nothing with Zach Dobson and Courtney McCracken is a weekly conversation about photography and all its impact. Each week Zach and Courtney discuss their latest adventures, life lessons, and anything else that sounds interesting. Photography is Nothing invites you into the conversations they were already having as a married couple running a photography and media company in the current world.