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  • It’s been a long time! Today I share an important announcement about the upcoming Out of Chicago LIVE! Online Photography Conference (which you won’t want to miss!), and I talk a bit about why the podcast has been on an extended pause. Thanks for listening!

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  • Episode 84: Today, we’re paying tribute to the last ten incredible guests we’ve had on the podcast. Each of them has shared their wisdom and valuable perspectives about photography, creativity, composition, and connecting with nature. This special Tidbit Tuesday is a compilation of their responses to the last question I ask, which is: What does connecting with nature mean to you? Their responses are touching and thought-provoking, and I hope they inspire you to consider what connecting with nature means to you, too. Please enjoy!

    GUEST WEBSITES:

    Episode 63: Alyce Bender

    Episode 65: Justin Black

    Episode 67: David Thompson

    Episode 69: Viktoria Haack

    Episode 71: David Johnston

    Episode 73: Ben Williamson

    Episode 75: Colleen Gara

    Episode 77: Anna Morgan

    Episode 79: Kristen Ryan

    Episode 83: Charles Needle

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  • Episode 83: Today I sit down with award-winning fine art photographer, Charles Needle, to chat about:

    How photography helped him recover from a debilitating illnessThe benefits of having a mindful approach to photographyPhotographers who mentored him early in his photography journey and helped him to find his vision and encouraged him to teach photographyPhotography as a subtractive artHow to let the subject speak to youWhy you should consider using a smartphone over a DSLR or mirrorless camera for creative photographyWhat the differences and similarities are between macrophotography, abstract photography, and impressionistic photographyThe key types of contrast that generally work well for impressionistic photographyTechnical and creative tips on using techniques like intentional camera movement (ICM) and multiple exposures (ME) - even with a smartphone!Compositional elements and assets he looks for when creating abstracts and impressionistic imagesCompositional tips for abstract and impressionistic photographyPhotography as a performance artCharles answers your submitted macrophotography questionsAnd much more!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Website: https://charlesneedlephoto.com/

    Impressionistic Photography, by Charles Needle

    Creative Macro Photography, by Charles Needle

    Charles’ Gear Recommendations

    Charles’ free Multiple Exposure Script for Photoshop

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    Nancy Rotenberg

    Freeman Patterson

    Topaz Gigapixel AI

    Slow Shutter Cam App

    Average Camera Pro App

    The Plamp

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  • Episode 82: Welcome to a special edition of Tidbit Tuesday featuring YOUR best, favorite, or most unusual outdoor photography tidbits! A huge thank you to each of the listeners who contributed to this episode! It’s packed with great ideas.

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    The listeners who contributed to this episode are listed below with their websites and social media handles if they shared them. Be sure to check out and support their work!

    Paul Rodden

    Denise Lehenbauer

    Egídio Leitão: https://egidio.photography/

    Follow Egídio on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/egidiotx/

    Chris Sobczak

    Jim Moyer

    John Van't Land

    Jim Klosiewski

    Julie Picardi: https://www.juliepicardiphotography.com/

    Follow Julie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jules8908/ and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliepicardiphotography

    Gary Danis

    Tinkle Belle

    Topaz DeNoise AI

    Learn How to Use the Intersect Masks in Lightroom with Nigel Danson


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  • Episode 81: Today I sit down with six of seven members of the esteemed Photo Cascadia team, to chat about:

    How the collective got started and what keeps them going strongThe inspiration behind their newest book, Washington Evergreen: Land of Nature WondersThe diverse photographic opportunities found in the seven regions of WashingtonPreparation tips for exploring remote wilderness areasSome funny stories from the trailReflections on our relationship with nature and our positive and negative impactsTurning points in their respective photography careers that challenged them creatively or contributed to their growth as photographersWhat the photographers want to express through their photographyAnd much more!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Website: https://www.photocascadia.com/

    Order Washington Evergreen: Land of Nature Wonders, by Photo Cascadia

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    Team Members:

    Erin Babnik: http://www.erinbabnik.com/

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    Sean Bagshaw: http://www.outdoorexposurephoto.com/

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    David Cobb: http://www.dmcobbphoto.com/

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    Adrian Klein: http://www.adrianklein.com/

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    Kevin McNeal: http://www.kevinmcnealphotography.com/

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    Chip Phillips: http://www.chipphillipsphotography.com/

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    Zack Schnepf: http://www.zschnepf.com/

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  • Episode 80: In today’s quick Tidbit Tuesday, I share five quick tips on how to protect yourself from contracting a tick-borne illness after spending time in nature. Ticks are prevalent all over the world, and while their bites are sometimes harmless, they can also transmit pathogens that cause pretty debilitating diseases. Preventing bites in the first place can go a long way in keeping you safe from these little critters.

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Submit your favorite photography or outdoor tip for a special Tidbit Tuesday featuring our listeners by Sunday Oct 16, 2022 here: https://www.speakpipe.com/OutdoorPhotographyPodcast or go to https://www.outdoorphotographypodcast.com and click the “Submit a Question” button to record your voice message. Be sure to include your photography website and/or social media handle in your recording!

    Informational Links:

    Outdoor Photography School Tick Safety Guide

    How to Safely Remove a Tick Video

    Symptoms of Tick-Borne Illnesses (CDC)

    Environmental Protection Agency’s Repellent Search Tool

    List of Repellents Safe for Skin

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    Product Links:

    Sawyer Permethrin Products

    Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent

    Outdoor clothing companies that provide permethrin-containing clothing:

    LL Bean

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  • Episode 79: Today I sit down with landscape photographer, Kristen Ryan, to chat about:

    How taking photographs of her young children transitioned into her passion for landscape photographyHer deep-rooted connection to the Teton MountainsBeing responsive to the landscape rather than approaching it with a rigid structure or expectationsHow having a restrictive schedule of being a mom of four has made her be open to photographic opportunities as they comeHow her music background as a freelance harpist has influenced how she approaches the art and craft of her photographyThe value of practicing the technical side of photography when it comes fostering to the creative sideWhy she decided to offer women-only photography workshops and what they entailHow she brings a mindfulness approach to her photography and lifeHow she’s learned to get better at the ever-elusive work-life balanceAnd a whole lot more!

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    Websites:

    http://www.kristenryanphotography.com/ ***Get 10% off mentoring sessions with code “OPS10”

    https://www.womencapturemagic.com/

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    Vero

    Kristen’s article: 4 Ingredients to Impactful Landscape Photography

    Zojirushi SM-SC60AV Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Mug (affiliate link)

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  • Episode 78: In today’s quick Tidbit Tuesday, I want to turn the mic around and ask YOU a question! :)

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    >>> Submit your favorite photography or outdoor tip for a special Tidbit Tuesday featuring our listeners by Sunday, Oct 16, 2022, here: https://www.speakpipe.com/OutdoorPhotographyPodcast or go to https://www.outdoorphotographypodcast.com and click the “Submit a Question” button to record your voice message. Be sure to include your photography website and/or social media handle in your recording!

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  • Episode 77: Today I sit down with nature photographer and writer, Anna Morgan, from British Columbia to chat about:

    Using photography as a tool to ask deeper questionsHow photography helps her to understand herself betterThe importance of observation in her approach to nature photographyThe concepts of finite and infinite play and how it applies to photography and lifeHow her intentional approach to photography helps her to pay attention and be more mindfulHer approach to creating photographs of natural abstracts and when she decides to use techniques like intentional camera movement or multiple exposuresHow to find nature all around us, even in urban areasOther ways to relate to nature and what is considered wildernessHow her masters research in conservation medicine has influenced how she approaches her photography and how she defines conservationSystems thinking in conservation, ecology, and environmentalismAnd a whole lot more!

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    Website: https://www.annamorgan.ca/

    ***Use coupon code “OPS10” to get 10% off purchases until the end of November 2022***

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    Recommended Reading:

    Finite and Infinite Games, by James Carse

    The Infinite Game, by Simon Sinek

    The Wholeness of Nature: Goethe's Way Toward a Science of Conscious Participation in Nature, by Henri Bortoft

    Art and Fear, by David Bayles and Ted Orland

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  • Episode 76: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I’m sharing four tips to help you create personally-expressive photographs. Enjoy!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Join Nature Photographers Network and get 10% off with code OPS10

    Creative Self-Expression When Everyone’s a Photographer

    Atlas of the Heart, by Dr. Bréne Brown

    Episode 40: The One Thing That Will Improve Your Photography This Year

    Compose With Clarity

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  • Episode 75: Today I sit down with Alberta, Canada-based wildlife photographer, Colleen Gara, to chat about:

    How her lifelong passion for the outdoors led to her path to becoming a wildlife photographerHow having created portraits of people has helped inform how to create portraits of animalsHow to connect with and capture the personality of wildlife while respecting their space and normal activitiesTips on how to minimize disturbing an animal while observing and photographing itWildlife safety considerations and tipsHow to stay warm doing photography in winterCompositional tips for photographing wildlife to help best tell a story about the animalHer favorite animal to photograph in the Canadian RockiesThe value of preparation (research), opportunity, and luck when it comes to wildlife photographyThe important role of predators in the maintenance and balance of the biodiversity and health of a regionHow to use wildlife photography to raise awareness around conservation issuesHow to get more young people involved in wildlife conservation and photographyAnd much more!

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    Website: https://www.colleengaraphotography.com/

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    Garmin InReach SE Satellite Communication Device

    Hitching Rides With Buddha: A Journey Across Japan, by Will Ferguson

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  • Episode 74: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I share six quick tips for photographing the upcoming fall colors. Enjoy!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    OPS Article: How to Photograph Stunning Fall Colors: A Complete Guide

    Episode 30: Understanding Histograms, ETTR, and ETTL

    Episode 38: Should You Buy Filters? Landscape Photography Filters Explained

    Episode 62: What’s Included in RAW format files?

    Episode 68: Let’s Talk About Light [REMIX]

    Compose With Clarity Virtual Workshop

    New England Fall Color Prediction Sites:

    New England Today Article by Jim Salge: New England Fall Foliage | 2022 Forecast

    Yankee Magazine: https://newengland.com/

    Fall Foliage Reports and Hotlines:https://leafpeepers.com/wpleaf/

    Peak Foliage Map: https://newengland.com/seasons/fall/foliage/peak-fall-foliage-map/

    Product Links:

    Breakthrough Photography circular polarizer filter

    Adobe Photography Bundle (Lightroom & Photoshop, affiliate link)

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  • Episode 73: Today I sit down with professional landscape photographer, Benjamin Williamson, to chat about:

    How he transitioned from being a musician and bartender to being a professional photographerThe two-way street of curiosity when it comes to creativityWhat he learned during his time as a photo editor and staff photographer at Down East MagazineBalancing photography with a family of three kids under the age of fourFeeling deeply connected with natural and man-made environments and the relationship between the twoFinding inspiration in other photographers’ work and how to integrate what you learn into your own creative visionHis approach to teaching photography and creativity in his workshopsThe value of doing photography every day (or as much as you can)How to find narratives in landscape photography while incorporating cultural stories and weatherSome tips on reading weather forecasts and eventsAnd a whole lot more!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Website: http://www.benjaminwilliamsonphotography.com/

    Follow Ben Williamson on:

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    Facebook

    Twitter

    Ben’s photograph of migrating alewives: Liquid Migration

    Ben’s Favorite Weather App: https://www.windy.com/

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  • Episode 72: In today’s Tidbit Tuesday, I answer a listener question about how to approach composition when it comes to creating natural abstracts. Enjoy!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Jennifer Renwick and David Kingham’s Reverence: Death Valley - A Lenswork Monograph

    Sarah Marino’s 11 Composition Lessons for Photographing Nature’s Small Scenes Ebook

    Erin Babnik’s articles on compositional patterns:

    Five Compositional Patterns Worth Finding in NatureFour (More) Compositional Patterns Worth Finding in Nature

    Episode 13: Creative Self-Expression, Composition, and Letting Go of Expectations With Sarah Marino

    Episode 19: Visual Perception and Cultivating Creativity With Colleen Miniuk

    Episode 23: Creating Natural Abstracts, Slow Photography, and Photography Projects With Jennifer Renwick

    Episode 34: Achieving Balance in Composition

    Episode 43: Photography as Art is a Process with Erin Babnik

    Episode 51: Get Outside Your Comfort Zone With David Kingham


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  • Episode 71: Today I sit down with Tennessee-based landscape photographer and educator, David Johnston, to chat about:

    How he got interested in photography and how and why he decided to become a professional photographerHow his current podcast, the Landscape Photography Show, differs from the first podcast he startedWhat he’s learned from his conversations on the podcast about connecting with your emotions through your photographyThe idea of “creative flow induction”The benefits of starting a YouTube channel from a business perspective and the impact he hopes to have as an educatorAdvice on how to start a YouTube channelHow to deal with internet trollsBalancing work, family, and time for his own creativityHow he manages to work two days/week so that he can spend time with his young daughterHow he repurposes long-form contentThings to consider before going full-time into photographyHis ideas around visual flow in composition

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Website: https://www.davidjohnstonart.com/

    Follow David Johnston on:

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    YouTube

    My interview on David’s Podcast: The Landscape Photography Show

    Think Media

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  • Episode 70: Today’s Tidbit Tuesday topic was inspired by one of our listeners who wanted to understand exposure better. So if you wish to get a better grasp of the exposure settings of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO and even start photographing in manual mode, then this episode is for you. Enjoy!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    OPS Articles:

    What is Aperture in Photography?

    Aperture and F-Stops Explained

    Which Aperture Should I Use in Outdoor Photography?

    ISO: It’s Not What You Think

    ISO: Why All the Noise?

    Episode 30: Understanding Histograms, ETTR, and ETTL

    Episode 38: Should You Buy Filters? Landscape Photography Filters Explained

    Episode 42: How and When to Use Exposure Compensation

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  • Episode 69: Today I sit down with professional photographer and artist, Viktoria Haack, from British Columbia to chat about:

    Her winding journey into photographyHow photography has served as an open-ended creative outlet for herThe creative benefits of being a generalist photographerHow nature serves as the basis of all of her photography regardless of genreHow doing different genres of photography cross-pollinates her approach to compositionBalancing the expectations of clients and social media with her own creative pursuitsSome of the challenges with working with human and animal models and the value of going without a planInsights into how she creates her environmental portraitsWhat it’s like working as a brand ambassadorThe benefits of switching to a mirrorless systemAnd a whole lot more!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Website: http://www.viktoriahaackphotography.ca/

    Follow Viktoria Haack on:

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    Facebook

    Twitter

    Jack the Wolfskin on Instagram

    Viktoria’s article on 500px: Why You Should NOT Specialize in One Type of Photography

    Wim Hof Method

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  • Episode 68: Light creates everything we see - colors, contrast, shapes, lines, etc., and therefore learning how to “see” light is an essential step in creating more compelling images. Many of our recent guests on the podcast have emphasized how important understanding and knowing light is to improve your photography.

    So, in this Tidbit Tuesday, I break down the different characteristics of light, how to effectively use whatever light you have, and how light shapes the mood of a scene or subject. This is a remix of an earlier episode (episode 18) in case you missed it.

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Episode 16: What to Photograph on Overcast, Grey Days?

    Episode 38: Should You Buy Filters? Photography Filters Explained

    OPS Article: ISO - It’s Not What You Think

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  • Episode 67: Today I sit down with landscape photographer, David Thompson, to chat about:

    A story about the photograph that sparked his early interest in photographyHis relationship with creativityHow being naturally curious has shaped his approach to photographyThe importance of accepting failure as part of the learning processHow composing small scenes has changed how he composes grand landscapesHow to achieve visual flow with your subject, structures, and other compositional elementsHow he continues to challenge himself in his photographyHis approach to composition and how it depends on what the light is doing at the timeThe importance of midtone contrast and luminosity in the way he post-processes his photographsColor cast - how it can negatively impact color separation and how to fix itAdvice for finding your creative vision for your photographyHow to make landscape photography and the outdoors more inclusive and accessibleA whole lot more!

    LINKS MENTIONED:

    Website: davidthompsonphotography.com

    Follow David Thompson on:

    Instagram

    Facebook

    Flickr

    Mention this episode to David and get 15% off of his post-processing Skype sessions for the entire month of August 2022 @ $149 for a 2hr session.

    Parks Rx Program

    Park Rx America

    Develop a Park Prescription Program for your community

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