the Visual Historian - "A Photographer's Journey"

Send us Fan Mail We lost my father-in-law, Jesse Melancon. Losing someone makes you realize just how deeply they were loved. Jesse believed in doing the daily work of living a positive, intentional life. The grandkids lovingly called him “Positive Pops”—a name that fit him perfectly. Every morning, without fail, Pops wrote in his gratitude journal. He’d get his coffee, reveal the next inspirational phrase on his calendar, glance at his dream board, and text the family group chat with the Dail...

Send us Fan Mail I finally got Zach back on the show and caught up with him to discuss his progress and his plans going forward. How you start isn't always how you finish. Journeys are called that for a reason, and I love how Zach shares his path and his new version of success. Experience will change your way of thinking from old to new. Join us as we digress into the TikTok world, old-world truths, and how we could all move forward as hybrids. Support the show Working...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to build a successful career in photography? In this episode of The Visual Historian Podcast, I sit down with New York portrait and headshot photographer Pete Coco for an honest conversation about photography, perseverance, and finding success. Pete shares the struggles he faced while building his career, the lessons he learned through difficult seasons, and the mindset that helped him turn his creative passion into a thriving photography business. We...

Send us Fan Mail Join The Visual Historian Podcast for an inspiring conversation with Steven Seidenberg, photographer, author, poet, and philosopher whose work has been exhibited internationally. Steven discusses his creative journey, the meaning of success, and the ideas behind his art. We explore how photography, poetry, and philosophy intersect in his practice, why he is drawn to abandoned spaces and overlooked details, and what makes a photographic series ready for exhibition. Steven also...

Send us Fan Mail Walter Lyle has been on the podcast before and I had to have him back. He is a family man working in a creative field providing for his family. His experience as a production videographer, photographer and all around great guy, is always a pleasure to talk to. He reminds me of my recent past history of my beginning family years working this wonderful craft we call photography. Join me in the conversation that expands way beyond just camera talk. This i...