Photographer: Have you ever wished that you could connect to clients faster, more personally, and with more depth? Do you find yourself frequently answering the same questions? Do you find yourself frequently answering the same questions? Are you often writing the same email again and again? Nate Grahek of Sticky has four words for you: Video and Email Sequencing. Today's episode of The PhotoTellers answers what you may not know about video and email strategy. What else do Nate and I discuss?  Whiskey, including a wager over a bottle of Angel's Envy How to respond to pricing requests. Bill &amp; Nate argue about posting prices online. Using email sequencing--why it's more effective than the email newsletter. Use the power of intrigue to get your emails opened. Using automation to make an amazing first impression (even if you're asleep). How to use video messaging--and how you can transform your emails! Do you need pro equipment to create videos? What is Sticky, and how does it help your clients spread the word about you?  Nate mentions 2 video services to help you (and me) record quick, simple videos. Click the links below: useloom.com Soapbox by Wistia As the conversation concludes, you'll learn more about Nate's company Sticky. If you'd like an app that helps clients show off your work, or you need help with emails that are written SPECIFICALLY FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS, stay tuned through the end. Nate promised a link for a free trial for listeners of the show. Wanna look under the hood? CLICK HERE. And finally--do you have questions for Nate? Send him and email: nate@stickyalbums.com

Photographer: Have you ever wished that you could connect to clients faster, more personally, and with more depth? Do you find yourself frequently answering the same questions? Do you find yourself frequently answering the same questions? Are you often writing the same email again and again? Nate Grahek of Sticky has four words for you: Video and Email Sequencing. Today's episode of The PhotoTellers answers what you may not know about video and email strategy. What else do Nate and I discuss? <ul> <li>Whiskey, including a wager over a bottle of Angel's Envy</li> <li>How to respond to pricing requests. Bill &amp; Nate argue about posting prices online.</li> <li>Using email sequencing--why it's more effective than the email newsletter. Use the power of intrigue to get your emails opened.</li> <li>Using automation to make an amazing first impression (even if you're asleep).</li> <li>How to use video messaging--and how you can transform your emails!</li> <li>Do you need pro equipment to create videos?</li> <li>What is Sticky, and how does it help your clients spread the word about you?</li> </ul> Nate mentions 2 video services to help you (and me) record quick, simple videos. Click the links below: <a href="https://www.useloom.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">useloom.com</a> <a href="https://wistia.com/soapbox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Soapbox by Wistia</a> As the conversation concludes, you'll learn more about Nate's company Sticky. If you'd like an app that helps clients show off your work, or you need help with emails that are written SPECIFICALLY FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS, stay tuned through the end. Nate promised a link for a free trial for listeners of the show. Wanna look under the hood? <a href="https://stickymarketingtools.com/email/start/?r=bill_ramsey&amp;fbclid=IwAR1VS3KFkxOBeLGf2ejnc9tKfnX9rofUSV235cpZuL3vELtE4LX85RWjDyw" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>. And finally--do you have questions for Nate? Send him and email: <a href="mailto:nate@stickyalbums.com">nate@stickyalbums.com</a>

Photographer: Here's What You Don't Know About Video & Email Strategy

Photographer Connor Fuller's portrait business is growing. 2018 was his best year ever, and 2019 is looking to be substantially better. As many Photographers (especially Photographers of HS Seniors) are lamenting the lack of business, why is Conner enjoying his best years ever? How is he doing it? If you're interested, today's episode of The PhotoTellers podcast is for you. As Connor and I meander through this conversation, you'll hear about:  How he recovered from losing half of his sales, and how he regained the trust of angry clients Last year's sale after tax: $204,000. This year's goal before tax: $300,000. How will he get there? His church's motto: "Create an irresistible environment." How is he doing that in his studio? The #1 tool he's using to grow his business. How to effectively use Facebook ads How he uses giveaways to grow his business His most effective video ever Do you need top-of-the-line gear for video? Our discussion about the impact of square videos. CLICK HERE to learn more. Connor's final word to Photographers: It's more than making money--let's elevate the communities we're in  Find Connor's WEBSITE HERE, or see him on FACEBOOK HERE.

Photographer Connor Fuller's portrait business is growing. 2018 was his best year ever, and 2019 is looking to be substantially better. As many Photographers (especially Photographers of HS Seniors) are lamenting the lack of business, why is Conner enjoying his best years ever? How is he doing it? If you're interested, today's episode of The PhotoTellers podcast is for you. As Connor and I meander through this conversation, you'll hear about: <ol> <li>How he recovered from losing half of his sales, and how he regained the trust of angry clients</li> <li>Last year's sale after tax: $204,000. This year's goal before tax: $300,000. How will he get there?</li> <li>His church's motto: "Create an irresistible environment." How is he doing that in his studio?</li> <li>The #1 tool he's using to grow his business.</li> <li>How to effectively use Facebook ads</li> <li>How he uses giveaways to grow his business</li> <li>His most effective video ever</li> <li>Do you need top-of-the-line gear for video?</li> <li>Our discussion about the impact of square videos. <a href="https://lyketil.com/insights/why-you-need-square-videos-social-media/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> to learn more.</li> <li>Connor's final word to Photographers: It's more than making money--let's elevate the communities we're in</li> </ol> Find Connor's <a href="http://www.fullersphoto.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">WEBSITE HERE</a>, or see him on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/fullersphoto/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">FACEBOOK HERE</a>.

How is Conner Fuller Adding $80,000 to his Photography Business? 

Luke Edmonson

Is it possible to more effectively critique your own photography? Can you learn to genuinely appreciate work that you genuinely don't like? Can a few guidelines help you better understand your own--and others'--work? Luke Edmonson, today's guest on The PhotoTellers seems to think so. My conversation with Luke divides into two sections. We first discuss the process for evaluating our own photography--how do we "get out of our own way?" We then transition to judging the work of other photographers, and Luke's call for help. If you have been, or want to be, a judge of a formal photographic competition, the second section is for you. Along the way, Luke and I explore:  Other than photography--Luke's coolest job "All opinions have value, but not all opinions are equally valuable, because not all opinions are equally informed." The concept of "enlightened cherishing" What is Luke's process for evaluating an image--and how can we apply it to our own work? Impact,and then the Universal impact of a work How does the Photographer control the context of how his/her work is viewed? How do we learn to appreciate work that we don't like? Why enter print competition? Luke's opinion of character traits for an ineffective judge/for an awesome judge  Luke concludes our conversation with an interesting discussion of FEAR. How can we transition our fear into a fear of missing out? Check the last few minutes to hear more. I mention the course I'm attending with Luke and his father David Edmonson: January 28-30, 2019. Interested in this event, or maybe the next one? LEARN MORE HERE. Find out what's happening at WPPI by clicking HERE. Learn about the WPPI awards competition HERE. And as Luke referenced, you can find WPPI on their Facebook page, and also the Judges Pool &amp; Training.

Is it possible to more effectively critique your own photography? Can you learn to genuinely appreciate work that you genuinely don't like? Can a few guidelines help you better understand your own--and others'--work? <a href="https://www.edmonsonphotography.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Luke Edmonson</a>, today's guest on The PhotoTellers seems to think so. My conversation with Luke divides into two sections. We first discuss the process for evaluating our own photography--how do we "get out of our own way?" We then transition to judging the work of other photographers, and Luke's call for help. If you have been, or want to be, a judge of a formal photographic competition, the second section is for you. Along the way, Luke and I explore: <ul> <li>Other than photography--Luke's coolest job</li> <li>"All opinions have value, but not all opinions are equally valuable, because not all opinions are equally informed."</li> <li>The concept of "enlightened cherishing"</li> <li>What is Luke's process for evaluating an image--and how can we apply it to our own work?</li> <li>Impact,and then the Universal impact of a work</li> <li>How does the Photographer control the context of how his/her work is viewed?</li> <li>How do we learn to appreciate work that we don't like?</li> <li>Why enter print competition?</li> <li>Luke's opinion of character traits for an ineffective judge/for an awesome judge</li> </ul> Luke concludes our conversation with an interesting discussion of FEAR. How can we transition our fear into a fear of missing out? Check the last few minutes to hear more. I mention the course I'm attending with Luke and his father David Edmonson: January 28-30, 2019. Interested in this event, or maybe the next one? <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/adoptmedavid/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">LEARN MORE HERE</a>. Find out what's happening at <a href="https://www.wppiexpo.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">WPPI by clicking HERE</a>. Learn about the <a href="https://www.wppiawards.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">WPPI awards competition HERE</a>. And as Luke referenced, you can find WPPI on their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wppievents/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook page,</a> and also <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/wppijudgespool/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">the Judges Pool &amp; Training</a>.

How To Critique Photography with Luke Edmonson

Jen Rozenbaum

Imagine this: You're a successful Photographer, TEDx speaker, instructor, wife, and mother. Your career is exploding as you joyously create the portfolio life that you love. Then two words change your life: Breast Cancer. It's been just over 8 months since Jen Rozenbaum's diagnosis. She's been transparent about her ups and downs through the struggle, and she kindly joins The PhotoTellers to answer even more questions. THIS CONVERSATION IS FOR PEOPLE WHO:  Want to learn about success in boudoir photography (yes, we talk business) Love Jen and want to hear more about her journey Are wondering what to say--and not say--to someone struggling with cancer  If you missed the first conversation here with Jen, CLICK HERE. A few more teasers from this episode:  "What is feminism?" "The pictures are secondary . . . the pictures are a souvenier." -Jenn One of the most memorable stories from her career. The difference between successful and non-successful boudoir photographers (it's not about skill). Her favorite resources: why musicians and chefs? Bryan Peterson's Understanding Exposure book Giving meaning to "disease" How to stop your own mental downhill spiral: "Flipping the script" 3 things not to say to someone who has cancer Her Wonder Woman photo: power of the vision photos give us  See Jen and connect with her {and grab a free guide to her top 5 selling poses} by CLICKING HERE. My conversation with Bryan Peterson, author of one of Jen's favorite books HERE

Imagine this: You're a successful Photographer, TEDx speaker, instructor, wife, and mother. Your career is exploding as you joyously create the <a href="https://goinswriter.com/portfolio-life/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">portfolio life</a> that you love. Then two words change your life: Breast Cancer. It's been just over 8 months since Jen Rozenbaum's diagnosis. She's been transparent about her ups and downs through the struggle, and she kindly joins <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/category/phototellers/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The PhotoTellers</a> to answer even more questions. THIS CONVERSATION IS FOR PEOPLE WHO: <ol> <li>Want to learn about success in boudoir photography (yes, we talk business)</li> <li>Love Jen and want to hear more about her journey</li> <li>Are wondering what to say--and not say--to someone struggling with cancer</li> </ol> If you missed the first conversation here with Jen, <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/how-to-succeed-in-boudoir-photography-with-jen-rozenbaum/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>. A few more teasers from this episode: <ul> <li>"What is feminism?"</li> <li>"The pictures are secondary . . . the pictures are a souvenier." -Jenn</li> <li>One of the most memorable stories from her career.</li> <li>The difference between successful and non-successful boudoir photographers (it's not about skill).</li> <li>Her favorite resources: why musicians and chefs?</li> <li>Bryan Peterson's Understanding Exposure book</li> <li>Giving meaning to "disease"</li> <li>How to stop your own mental downhill spiral: "Flipping the script"</li> <li>3 things not to say to someone who has cancer</li> <li>Her Wonder Woman photo: power of the vision photos give us</li> </ul> See Jen and connect with her {and grab a free guide to her top 5 selling poses} by <a href="http://jenrozenbaum.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">CLICKING HERE</a>. My conversation with Bryan Peterson, author of <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/they-told-bryan-peterson-your-photography-book-is-too-dummied-down-1-million-copies-later/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">one of Jen's favorite books HERE</a>

Boudoir Photographer Jen Rozenbaum on Business and Battling Cancer

Arthur Grace

Arthur Grace [photo by Bill Pierce] For nearly 20 years, Photographer Arthur Grace photographed Robin Williams. Initially Robin was an assignment, then a client, and then a friend. On today's episode of The PhotoTellers, you'll hear Arthur talk about his work with Robin, as well as a brief overview of his work with UPI, Time magazine, and Newsweek magazine. His has truly been a storied career! If you or a friend are a fan of Robin Williams, click the link below to grab Arthur's book! Therein you'll learn more about the professional and personal life of an icon, and see never-before published photos.  *Disclosure: These are affiliate links. If you buy through these links, I will receive (at no extra cost to you) a commission. If you'd like to see more of Arthur's work, find his website HERE.

Arthur Grace [photo by Bill Pierce] For nearly 20 years, Photographer Arthur Grace photographed Robin Williams. Initially Robin was an assignment, then a client, and then a friend. On today's episode of The PhotoTellers, you'll hear Arthur talk about his work with Robin, as well as a brief overview of his work with UPI, Time magazine, and Newsweek magazine. His has truly been a storied career! If you or a friend are a fan of Robin Williams, click the link below to grab Arthur's book! Therein you'll learn more about the professional and personal life of an icon, and see never-before published photos. *Disclosure: These are affiliate links. If you buy through these links, I will receive (at no extra cost to you) a commission. If you'd like to see more of Arthur's work, <a href="http://arthurgrace.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">find his website HERE</a>.

Arthur Grace on 20 Years of Photographing Robin Williams

As 2017 draws to a close, I'm taking a few moments to talk about The PhotoTellers podcast. And I'm asking for your help. The PhotoTellers is changing. Changes are already in motion, but I still need your help! How would YOU like to see the show change? What would make it better? Who would you like to hear as a guest? What facets need to grow . . . and what needs to die? Your input is INVALUABLE to me! EMAIL ME with your thoughts. As the show ends, I share with you a few of my favorite resources. As promised, here are the links:  BEYOND CRAFT: The Art of Photography by Luke &amp; David Edmonson.

As 2017 draws to a close, I'm taking a few moments to talk about The PhotoTellers podcast. And I'm asking for your help. The PhotoTellers is changing. Changes are already in motion, but I still need your help! How would YOU like to see the show change? What would make it better? Who would you like to hear as a guest? What facets need to grow . . . and what needs to die? Your input is INVALUABLE to me! <a href="mrbillramsey@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">EMAIL ME with your thoughts</a>. As the show ends, I share with you a few of my favorite resources. As promised, here are the links: <a href="http://texasschool.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <a href="http://shop.edmonsonphotography.com/item/photography-bootcamp" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BEYOND CRAFT: The Art of Photography</a> by Luke &amp; David Edmonson.

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 Art Meripol Twenty four years shooting for Southern Living magazine, plus more years freelancing, Photographer Art Meripol has spent his career photographing magnificent places, intriguing people, and fantastic food! As of this writing, he is concluding his most rewarding project to date: Civil Rights historian. On this episode of The PhotoTellers, Art explains his photographic role working with The US Civil Rights Trail. You'll learn this Photographer's role as a historian, as well as:  How the project went from Alabama, to the United Nations, to 14 states What is the trail? What is the purpose? The personal impact of the project on Art himself How a Photographer who loves "joy and beauty" takes a journey through some of America's ugliest days  As with my previous conversation with Art, I can't help but hear the same attitude: This guy is grateful to be a Photographer! If you know someone that is considering photography as a career, send them this link! His eclectic career has taken him to scores of concerts where he's photographed superstars [find that work HERE]. And that same eclectic ride has taken him throughout the state of Alabama to photograph some of the state's (the country's?) best Barbecue!!! At the end of the conversation, you'll hear us discuss the uniqueness of Alabama BBQ.

Art Meripol Twenty four years shooting for Southern Living magazine, plus more years freelancing, Photographer <a href="http://artmeripol.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Art Meripol</a> has spent his career photographing magnificent places, intriguing people, and fantastic food! As of this writing, he is concluding his most rewarding project to date: Civil Rights historian. On this episode of The PhotoTellers, Art explains his photographic role working with <a href="https://civilrightstrail.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The US Civil Rights Trail</a>. You'll learn this Photographer's role as a historian, as well as: <ul> <li>How the project went from Alabama, to the United Nations, to 14 states</li> <li>What is the trail? What is the purpose?</li> <li>The personal impact of the project on Art himself</li> <li>How a Photographer who loves "joy and beauty" takes a journey through some of America's ugliest days</li> </ul> As with <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/from-newspaper-to-southern-living-to-civil-rights-one-photographers-storied-career/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">my previous conversation with Art</a>, I can't help but hear the same attitude: This guy is grateful to be a Photographer! If you know someone that is considering photography as a career, send them this link! His eclectic career has taken him to scores of concerts where he's photographed superstars [<a href="https://oldschoolconcerts.photoshelter.com/index" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">find that work HERE</a>]. And that same eclectic ride has taken him throughout the state of Alabama to photograph some of the state's (the country's?) best Barbecue!!! At the end of the conversation, you'll hear us discuss the uniqueness of Alabama BBQ.

Art Meripol's Photographic Journey on The US Civil Rights Trail

Erin Babnik

Erin Babnik   Landscape/Adventure Photographer Erin Babnik again joins The PhotoTellers to discuss one of her favorite topics--COMPOSITION. Regarding composition: Is the landscape photographer primarily at the whim of luck, or timing, or serendipity? Or are there more deliberate mental tools that he/she can wield to create works of art with strong composition? That's the topic of today's conversation. While you're listening, you'll hear the one word that Erin calls the "guiding light and essential goal of composition." What else do we discuss?  Her mindset when she approaches a new subject Composition Hierarchy How landscape photographers are changing the art of photography--and the debate they're causing Why people are calling her talks on composition "inspirational" WHEN composition happens, and honing our visual literacy How composition creates forced perspective and bestows meaning Erin's goal in her work--not simply the creation of beautiful art How you can benefit from the education from the Photo Cascadia members  As we conclude, you'll hear Erin's encouragement to the Photographer who doesn't feel like he/she is advancing like they "should." Wanna learn more? Find Erin's website HERE. Click HERE to look at the work of Photo Cascadia. Find Erin's previous conversation on The PhotoTellers HERE. About Erin: Erin Babnik is a full-time adventure landscape photographer, photography educator, writer, and speaker. She is known for her ambitious images, for her adventurous approach in the field, and for her thought-provoking writing and speaking. Her dedication to outdoor photography evolved out of her years working as an art historian, photographing at archaeological sites and in museums for the purposes of teaching and research. She subsequently spent years producing photographs on assignment before transitioning to her specialty of wilderness photography and teaching photography workshops worldwide.

Erin Babnik Landscape/Adventure Photographer Erin Babnik again joins The PhotoTellers to discuss one of her favorite topics--COMPOSITION. Regarding composition: Is the landscape photographer primarily at the whim of luck, or timing, or serendipity? Or are there more deliberate mental tools that he/she can wield to create works of art with strong composition? That's the topic of today's conversation. While you're listening, you'll hear the one word that Erin calls the "guiding light and essential goal of composition." What else do we discuss? <ul> <li>Her mindset when she approaches a new subject</li> <li>Composition Hierarchy</li> <li>How landscape photographers are changing the art of photography--and the debate they're causing</li> <li>Why people are calling her talks on composition "inspirational"</li> <li>WHEN composition happens, and honing our visual literacy</li> <li>How composition creates forced perspective and bestows meaning</li> <li>Erin's goal in her work--not simply the creation of beautiful art</li> <li>How you can benefit from the education from the Photo Cascadia members</li> </ul> As we conclude, you'll hear Erin's encouragement to the Photographer who doesn't feel like he/she is advancing like they "should." Wanna learn more? Find <a href="https://erinbabnik.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Erin's website HERE</a>. <a href="http://www.photocascadia.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click HERE</a> to look at the work of Photo Cascadia. Find Erin's <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/erin-babnik-art-history-photography/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">previous conversation on The PhotoTellers HERE</a>. About Erin: Erin Babnik is a full-time adventure landscape photographer, photography educator, writer, and speaker. She is known for her ambitious images, for her adventurous approach in the field, and for her thought-provoking writing and speaking. Her dedication to outdoor photography evolved out of her years working as an art historian, photographing at archaeological sites and in museums for the purposes of teaching and research. She subsequently spent years producing photographs on assignment before transitioning to her specialty of wilderness photography and teaching photography workshops worldwide.

Erin Babnik on Composition for the Landscape Photographer

Faye Yerbury

In 1864, your great-grandfather started a portrait photography business in Scotland. Four generations later, you're at the helm of the family business. You've been internationally recognized for your portrait, wedding, and fine art nude work. You're Trevor Yerbury, and along with your wife Faye, the two of you are still undertaking ambitious projects. The Yerburys graciously gave their time for this conversation on The PhotoTellers. What can you expect to learn?  What do they find exciting in photography today? More details about his family's business, including the 4 years of Trevor's apprenticeship Faye's 2 words of advice for the working photographer The photographers that Trevor &amp; Faye most admire Why they maintain that nude photography is the most difficult After all these years, Trevor has NEVER been bored with the work! He explains Why do they still utilize vintage printing techniques? Learn about the workshops they offer, and how you can be one of the few people in attendance Tips for working with a nude model  You'll also learn about the exciting new book they're publishing--the first of its kind for the Yerburys! Click the cover below, and see how you can support the book!  See more of the Yerbury's beautiful work HERE, and learn more about their work with other photographers HERE. Find them on Facebook HERE.

In 1864, your great-grandfather started a portrait photography business in Scotland. Four generations later, you're at the helm of the family business. You've been internationally recognized for your portrait, wedding, and fine art nude work. You're Trevor Yerbury, and along with your wife Faye, the two of you are still undertaking ambitious projects. The Yerburys graciously gave their time for this conversation on The PhotoTellers. What can you expect to learn? <ul> <li>What do they find exciting in photography today?</li> <li>More details about his family's business, including the 4 years of Trevor's apprenticeship</li> <li>Faye's 2 words of advice for the working photographer</li> <li>The photographers that Trevor &amp; Faye most admire</li> <li>Why they maintain that nude photography is the most difficult</li> <li>After all these years, Trevor has NEVER been bored with the work! He explains</li> <li>Why do they still utilize vintage printing techniques?</li> <li>Learn about the workshops they offer, and how you can be one of the few people in attendance</li> <li>Tips for working with a nude model</li> </ul> You'll also learn about the exciting new book they're publishing--the first of its kind for the Yerburys! Click the cover below<a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/yerbury/yerbury-nudes-by-trevor-and-faye-yerbury?ref=user_menu" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">,</a> and see how you can support the book! <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/yerbury/yerbury-nudes-by-trevor-and-faye-yerbury?ref=user_menu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"></a> See more of the <a href="http://yerburygallery.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Yerbury's beautiful work HERE</a>, and learn more about their <a href="http://www.yerburystudio.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">work with other photographers HERE</a>. Find them <a href="https://www.facebook.com/YerburyStudio/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">on Facebook HERE</a>.

Trevor & Faye Yerbury on Fine Art Nude Photography

Gee Greenslade

Be ready to rethink your idea of "Photography," and your idea of "success" on this episode of The PhotoTellers. Australian photographer Gee Greenslade shares the inspiration of her highly-creative work, and also a vulnerable look into her journey. Based in Adelaide South Australia, Gee was made a Master of Photography by the Australian Institute of professional photography in 2016. Gee is a Photoshop nerd, with over ten years experience creating surreal digital artworks. Gee is one of South Australia's most awarded artists, recently having won the highly prestigious Australian Illustrative Photographer of the year in both 2016 and 2015 and South Australian Professional Photographer of the year for 2015. Other accolades include top 5 Illustrative in the International Loupe Awards, South Australian Contemporary Photographic Artist of the year in 2012, two time South Australian Illustrative Photographer of the year and has represented Team Australia in the world Photographic Cup. Gee Greenslade is a self professed geek, ukulele enthusiast, giant dork and dog lover.  What can you expect from this conversation?  Have you ever met a "ukelele enthusiast?" Now you will. Gee defends her statement: "The darkroom taught me everything I know about my digital practice." Learn about the time a student helped bring her work back to her missed childhood How her work is created for the girl she used to be. What did that child need to hear? What do successful artists have in common? Three things. How to find a great mentor. Why she is so open and vulnerable on her blog The story of when she'd achieved success, then "fell on her face." Glitch Art &amp; using sound waves incorporated into her digital work [see the image above] What's next for her?  If you want to connect with Gee, it's easier than you think! You can:  Contact her via her website Have a custom consultation one on one with her (contact through her site) If you're near the Adelaide, Australia, area; find her teaching at The Centre for Creative Photography  If you enjoyed this episode, and want to know when more publish, subscribe to the show [links at the top of this page], and/or "LIKE" The Fireside Network on Facebook.

Be ready to rethink your idea of "Photography," and your idea of "success" on this episode of The PhotoTellers. Australian photographer <a href="http://www.geegreenslade.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Gee Greenslade</a> shares the inspiration of her highly-creative work, and also a vulnerable look into her journey. Based in Adelaide South Australia, Gee was made a Master of Photography by the Australian Institute of professional photography in 2016. Gee is a Photoshop nerd, with over ten years experience creating surreal digital artworks. Gee is one of South Australia's most awarded artists, recently having won the highly prestigious Australian Illustrative Photographer of the year in both 2016 and 2015 and South Australian Professional Photographer of the year for 2015. Other accolades include top 5 Illustrative in the International Loupe Awards, South Australian Contemporary Photographic Artist of the year in 2012, two time South Australian Illustrative Photographer of the year and has represented Team Australia in the world Photographic Cup. Gee Greenslade is a self professed geek, ukulele enthusiast, giant dork and dog lover. What can you expect from this conversation? <ul> <li>Have you ever met a "ukelele enthusiast?" Now you will.</li> <li>Gee defends her statement: "The darkroom taught me everything I know about my digital practice."</li> <li>Learn about the time a student helped bring her work back to her missed childhood</li> <li>How her work is created for the girl she used to be. What did that child need to hear?</li> <li>What do successful artists have in common? Three things.</li> <li>How to find a great mentor.</li> <li>Why she is so open and vulnerable on her blog</li> <li>The story of when she'd achieved success, then "fell on her face."</li> <li>Glitch Art &amp; using sound waves incorporated into her digital work [see the image above]</li> <li>What's next for her?</li> </ul> If you want to connect with Gee, it's easier than you think! You can: <ol> <li>Contact her via <a href="http://www.geegreenslade.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">her website</a></li> <li>Have a custom consultation one on one with her (contact through her site)</li> <li>If you're near the Adelaide, Australia, area; find her teaching at <a href="https://www.ccp.sa.edu.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Centre for Creative Photography</a></li> </ol> If you enjoyed this episode, and want to know when more publish, subscribe to the show [links at the top of this page], and/or "LIKE" <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thefiresidenetwork/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Fireside Network</a> on Facebook.

Gee Greenslade--Homeless Teen to Renowned Photographer

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John Hartman

Are you a Photographer looking for practical, proven tips to improve your marketing? Especially if you're new in business, and you want effective--not expensive--tips, today's conversation on The PhotoTellers is for you! Grab a pencil and paper . . . this is a quick conversation. My guest is a third-timer here on the show. He's Mr. John Hartman, and he's spent over 33 years teaching Photographers how to market their businesses. If his name sounds familiar, you may know him as the Light Painting Guy. Find those conversations HERE and also HERE. Here's one of my favorite parts of my conversation with John: ____ JOHN: If you're going to spend money on institutional advertising, you probably are well-off enough in your normal marketing business to be able to do this "image advertising." But that kind of advertising is NOT designed to bring in business. And a lot of people who are new to marketing; that's their mindset about marketing: "Well, it's a waste of money." Well, marketing is only expensive if it doesn't work. So if you if you invest one dollar, and you get 10 back, then how many dollars should you invest? BILL: As many as you can! JOHN: As many as you can borrow--that's right. So that's how you want look at marketing: not as another expense, like the light bill, but as a way to drive business. And there really are only two ways to drive business. One is through marketing, and the other is through innovation. If you're not an innovator, if you're not a marketer; you don't have a photography business, you have an art gallery. _____ What might you learn from today's episode? Glad you asked. Here are a few teasers:  Barriers to Photographers being effective marketers The danger--and ultimate failure--of being an "also" or a "me too" The best way for a family photographer to earn new clients John's experience being a member of an art cooperative The value of the physical print to advertise yourself How to break into a new market Advertising is different than marketing! Neglect this at your own peril "Marketing is only expensive if it doesn't work." How much should you invest? The effective silent auction offering that doesn't limit you to one client  This is only the tip of the iceberg! If you want to see more of John's helps for Photographers, hop over to JHARTMAN.COM.

Are you a Photographer looking for practical, proven tips to improve your marketing? Especially if you're new in business, and you want effective--not expensive--tips, today's conversation on The PhotoTellers is for you! Grab a pencil and paper . . . this is a quick conversation. My guest is a third-timer here on the show. He's Mr. John Hartman, and he's spent over 33 years teaching Photographers how to market their businesses. If his name sounds familiar, you may know him as the Light Painting Guy. Find those conversations <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/photographer-paint-with-light-and-paint-yourself-an-innovator/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> and also <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/john-hartman/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Here's one of my favorite parts of my conversation with John: ____ JOHN: If you're going to spend money on institutional advertising, you probably are well-off enough in your normal marketing business to be able to do this "image advertising." But that kind of advertising is NOT designed to bring in business. And a lot of people who are new to marketing; that's their mindset about marketing: "Well, it's a waste of money." Well, marketing is only expensive if it doesn't work. So if you if you invest one dollar, and you get 10 back, then how many dollars should you invest? BILL: As many as you can! JOHN: As many as you can borrow--that's right. So that's how you want look at marketing: not as another expense, like the light bill, but as a way to drive business. And there really are only two ways to drive business. One is through marketing, and the other is through innovation. If you're not an innovator, if you're not a marketer; you don't have a photography business, you have an art gallery. _____ What might you learn from today's episode? Glad you asked. Here are a few teasers: <ul> <li>Barriers to Photographers being effective marketers</li> <li>The danger--and ultimate failure--of being an "also" or a "me too"</li> <li>The best way for a family photographer to earn new clients</li> <li>John's experience being a member of an art cooperative</li> <li>The value of the physical print to advertise yourself</li> <li>How to break into a new market</li> <li>Advertising is different than marketing! Neglect this at your own peril</li> <li>"Marketing is only expensive if it doesn't work." How much should you invest?</li> <li>The effective silent auction offering that doesn't limit you to one client</li> </ul> This is only the tip of the iceberg! If you want to see more of John's helps for Photographers, hop over to <a href="http://www.jhartman.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JHARTMAN.COM</a>.

Marketing for Photographers [John Hartman]

If you're competing in the arena of local sports photography, you know that competition is FIERCE! Jenny Eisenhauer of Austin, TX, has endeared herself to the local coaches, and secured her place as the "go-to" photographer for their local teams. How has she done it? (HINT: it's NOT about the money.) If you're wondering how you can make the local athletes YOUR fans, today's conversation is for you. And if you're a Photographer looking to escape to an amazing resort, pick up some education &amp; networking while there, and you'd like to take your family for a trip THEY'LL also enjoy, Jenny dishes about SUMMERFEST! You'll also hear Jenny deliver the world's most polite correction when the doofus host (me) keeps using the wrong term. If Summerfest sounds appealing, and you haven't signed up yet . . . YOU'RE NEARLY TOO LATE! Check it out immediately.

If you're competing in the arena of local sports photography, you know that competition is FIERCE! Jenny Eisenhauer of Austin, TX, has endeared herself to the local coaches, and secured her place as the "go-to" photographer for their local teams. How has she done it? (HINT: it's NOT about the money.) If you're wondering how you can make the local athletes YOUR fans, today's conversation is for you. And if you're a Photographer looking to escape to an amazing resort, pick up some education &amp; networking while there, and you'd like to take your family for a trip THEY'LL also enjoy, Jenny dishes about SUMMERFEST! You'll also hear Jenny deliver the world's most polite correction when the doofus host (me) keeps using the wrong term. If Summerfest sounds appealing, and you haven't signed up yet . . . YOU'RE NEARLY TOO LATE! Check it out immediately.

Do You Photograph Local Sports Teams? Make the Coaches Love You!

LEAD

Lynda.com, one of the largest online tutorial sites, listens to Justin Reznick. Fine Art Photographers, Photography Workshop Leaders, and 11 Year Old wannabe Photographers–are you listening to Justin? He has wisdom for you, served up on today’s episode of The PhotoTellers. Specifically, hear Justin discuss:  Fads in Photography Trends in gear Why the tilt-shift lens is one of this landscape Photographer’s favorite lenses The moment when he says “I felt like I was shooting for the first time again!” Advice to Photographers who want to lead workshops Photographing in New Zealand How photographing landscapes translates into architectural photography–and vice versa Business advice to the Fine Art Photographer His favorite mediums to print upon  If you haven’t guessed, this conversation is rich with insight. Don’t miss it! After you enjoy Justin’s conversation, cruise over to his website to find a few ebooks that he’s written. And–did you know–you can get a FREE 10-day trial at Lynda.com? Yes–FREE TO ALL LISTENERS OF THE PHOTOTELLERS! (Not to mention free to everyone else, too.)

<a href="http://Lynda.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lynda.com</a>, one of the largest online tutorial sites, listens to Justin Reznick. Fine Art Photographers, Photography Workshop Leaders, and 11 Year Old wannabe Photographers–are you listening to Justin? He has wisdom for you, served up on today’s episode of The PhotoTellers. Specifically, hear Justin discuss: <ul> <li>Fads in Photography</li> <li>Trends in gear</li> <li>Why the tilt-shift lens is one of this landscape Photographer’s favorite lenses</li> <li>The moment when he says “I felt like I was shooting for the first time again!”</li> <li>Advice to Photographers who want to lead workshops</li> <li>Photographing in New Zealand</li> <li>How photographing landscapes translates into architectural photography–and vice versa</li> <li>Business advice to the Fine Art Photographer</li> <li>His favorite mediums to print upon</li> </ul> If you haven’t guessed, this conversation is rich with insight. Don’t miss it! After you enjoy Justin’s conversation, cruise over to his website to find a few ebooks that he’s written. And–did you know–you can get a FREE 10-day trial at <a href="http://Lynda.com?" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lynda.com?</a> Yes–FREE TO ALL LISTENERS OF THE PHOTOTELLERS! (Not to mention free to everyone else, too.)

How To Succeed in Fine Art Photography and Lead Workshops

Rick Ferro

Welcome to the talk with one of the most enthusiastic Photographers I've ever interviewed! Mr. Rick Ferro is one of the very, very few wedding Photographers in the world whose client is Disney! In 1993, Rick helped create the wedding photography department for Walt Disney World. His work has been seen on ABC’s Weddings of a Lifetime and Regis &amp; Kathie Lee Show. An author and teacher, when he's not photographing at Disney, he's often on the road teaching other Photographers. Yet when you ask Rick how he landed the job at Disney, he claims that it's not because of him or his work. Hear him explain the power of a Mentor's influence, and how it's shaped his own career since. You'll also hear Rick discuss:  The unique challenges of being a wedding Photographer at Disney The Art of Romance (the book and his theme of his work) "Chimping" and how it gains the client's trust For those who think "posing" is outdated. Is it a dying art? How to get more impact in your images  Learn more about Rick, and take advantage of hours of FREE education that he's providing for other Photographers by CLICKING HERE, and find his website HERE. And he mentions the Disney Wedding site: HERE IT IS.

Welcome to the talk with one of the most enthusiastic Photographers I've ever interviewed! Mr. Rick Ferro is one of the very, very few wedding Photographers in the world whose client is Disney! In 1993, Rick helped create the wedding photography department for Walt Disney World. His work has been seen on ABC’s Weddings of a Lifetime and Regis &amp; Kathie Lee Show. An author and teacher, when he's not photographing at Disney, he's often on the road teaching other Photographers. Yet when you ask Rick how he landed the job at Disney, he claims that it's not because of him or his work. Hear him explain the power of a Mentor's influence, and how it's shaped his own career since. You'll also hear Rick discuss: <ul> <li>The unique challenges of being a wedding Photographer at Disney</li> <li>The Art of Romance (the book and his theme of his work)</li> <li>"Chimping" and how it gains the client's trust</li> <li>For those who think "posing" is outdated. Is it a dying art?</li> <li>How to get more impact in your images</li> </ul> Learn more about Rick, and take advantage of hours of FREE education that he's providing for other Photographers by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ferrophotography/?pnref=lhc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICKING HERE</a>, and find his website <a href="http://rickferro.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. And he mentions the Disney Wedding site: <a href="http://disneyfineartphotography.com/weddings/photographers.php?album=photographer-rick" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE IT IS</a>.

Rick Ferro, Disney Photographer: on Mentors, Weddings, & Posing

Almost 2 years ago, I interviewed Photographer John Hartman about his newfound love of light painting. [Find that conversation HERE.] One year later, I checked in to see how his passion had progressed. Turns out, his passion has grown . . . and become financially lucrative. He's in year 43 of professional photography, and he now says, "I'm having more fun making photographs than I've ever had in my life." Why? He gladly explains on this episode of The PhotoTellers. He also discusses:  How he gets inspiration from amateurs. Why are they often better than working pros to show off creativity? How he's developed a niche for light painting people's "toys" Why is Light Painting so challenging? Why does he love it? What is the "psychological advantage" to this kind of work? The greatest answer to "What project do you REALLY want to do?"  Intrigued to see more? See more of his before and after work HERE. If you'd like to connect with John, and see some of what he's offering to Photographers, find that HERE. Finally: John specifically mentions three resources he loves. Here they are: 500px.com Marco Grobe Joey Lawrence Special thanks again to this episode's sponsor. Click the logo to see what you're missing.

Almost 2 years ago, I interviewed Photographer John Hartman about his newfound love of light painting. [<a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/photographer-paint-with-light-and-paint-yourself-an-innovator/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find that conversation HERE</a>.] One year later, I checked in to see how his passion had progressed. Turns out, his passion has grown . . . and become financially lucrative. He's in year 43 of professional photography, and he now says, "I'm having more fun making photographs than I've ever had in my life." Why? He gladly explains on this episode of The PhotoTellers. He also discusses: <ul> <li>How he gets inspiration from amateurs. Why are they often better than working pros to show off creativity?</li> <li>How he's developed a niche for light painting people's "toys"</li> <li>Why is Light Painting so challenging? Why does he love it? What is the "psychological advantage" to this kind of work?</li> <li>The greatest answer to "What project do you REALLY want to do?"</li> </ul> Intrigued to see more? See more of his before and after work <a href="http://johnhartmanlightpainting.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. If you'd like to connect with John, and see some of what he's offering to Photographers, find that <a href="http://www.jhartman.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Finally: John specifically mentions three resources he loves. Here they are: <a href="https://500px.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">500px.com</a> <a href="https://www.marcogrob.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Marco Grobe</a> <a href="https://joeyl.com/overview/category/quick-portfolio" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joey Lawrence</a> Special thanks again to this episode's sponsor. Click the logo to see what you're missing.

Photographer John Hartman on the Thrill of Light Painting

Sean Bagshaw

If You: *Study the careers of successful Photographers *Wish you could follow their footsteps *Enjoy biographies Then the BECOMING SERIES is for you! You know that the PhotoTellers showcases "WHO is doing WHAT in the world of Photography." The Becoming Series specifically asks HOW. Every career is served/cajoled/disrupted by key moments, decisions, mistakes, mentors, resources . . . all elements along the road of BECOMING successful. Have you admired the career of a Photographer, and wondered HOW he/she built it? Me, too. Listen over my shoulder as I ask. I'll publish a BECOMING interview every month. When I sat down to scribble a list of names for the series, Sean Bagshaw hit the top of the list. For those of you who don't know Sean, it's a real honor to introduce him. If you want to see ASTOUNDING landscape work, Sean is the guy to follow. He also happens to be a heckuva nice guy, and devotes extensive time providing free resources for Photogs looking to improve their work. Be sure that you click the links at the bottom of this post. [Do you know about Photo Cascadia? If not, you do now. You're welcome.]

If You: *Study the careers of successful Photographers *Wish you could follow their footsteps *Enjoy biographies Then the BECOMING SERIES is for you! You know that the PhotoTellers showcases "WHO is doing WHAT in the world of Photography." The Becoming Series specifically asks HOW. Every career is served/cajoled/disrupted by key moments, decisions, mistakes, mentors, resources . . . all elements along the road of BECOMING successful. Have you admired the career of a Photographer, and wondered HOW he/she built it? Me, too. Listen over my shoulder as I ask. I'll publish a BECOMING interview every month. When I sat down to scribble a list of names for the series, Sean Bagshaw hit the top of the list. For those of you who don't know Sean, it's a real honor to introduce him. If you want to see ASTOUNDING landscape work, Sean is the guy to follow. He also happens to be a heckuva nice guy, and devotes extensive time providing free resources for Photogs looking to improve their work. Be sure that you click the links at the bottom of this post. [Do you know about <a href="http://photocascadia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Photo Cascadia</a>? If not, you do now. You're welcome.]

The Becoming Series, Episode 1 - Becoming Sean Bagshaw -

Is your business appointment-driven? Do you wonder how to fill your calendar with clients? On today's episode of The PhotoTellers, host Bill Ramsey shares the specific strategy that has fueled his business for 10 years. What can you expect?  Hear how his phone strategy was born from desperation How is the use of the phone a great way to honor your best clients? Answers to your objections about using the phone Creating demand, call to action, and the phone strategy  And if you stick around for the second part of today's show, you'll hear the new personal developments in Bill's life. You'll also hear HOW you can support your favorite podcasts (no money involved), and WHY a simple share makes a big difference. REMEMBER:  If this information is valuable to YOU, it could be valuable to another business owner. SHARE IT WITH THEM! Bill wants to hear your experience. Share it here in the notes, or email him directly.  This episode references several resources. Here are the promised links:  Hear Bill's tumultuous journey in Photography on the 101st EPISODE Here's the blog where Bill shamelessly brags on his awesome son. Please share with others. http://firesidenetwork.com/carson/ Jennifer Rozenbaum was a guest last year on The PhotoTellers. She's just finished her surgery and whipped the cancer that tried to hold her back. Send Jenn some love, prayers, well-wishes! Check out the brand-new show on The Fireside Network: INTENTIONALLY VICARIOUS. See if you're able to keep up with Todd Youngblood as he tries to have more fun than you or anyone else. If you haven't already, peek over at the wildly-popular show HAVING IT A.L.L. [also here on The Fireside Network]. Keep up with encouragement and life lessons from your host Matthew Bivens.  AND FINALLY . . . If you're a Photographer who wants to deeper explore the ART you can/could be creating, you owe it to yourself to give a look at the new class that Luke &amp; David Edmonson are offering. Truly amazing! FIND IT HERE.

Is your business appointment-driven? Do you wonder how to fill your calendar with clients? On today's episode of The PhotoTellers, host Bill Ramsey shares the specific strategy that has fueled his business for 10 years. What can you expect? <ul> <li>Hear how his phone strategy was born from desperation</li> <li>How is the use of the phone a great way to honor your best clients?</li> <li>Answers to your objections about using the phone</li> <li>Creating demand, call to action, and the phone strategy</li> </ul> And if you stick around for the second part of today's show, you'll hear the new personal developments in Bill's life. You'll also hear HOW you can support your favorite podcasts (no money involved), an<a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/wp-admin/media-upload.php?post_id=2305&amp;type=image&amp;TB_iframe=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>d WHY a simple share makes a big difference. REMEMBER: <ol> <li>If this information is valuable to YOU, it could be valuable to another business owner. SHARE IT WITH THEM!</li> <li>Bill wants to hear your experience. Share it here in the notes, or <a href="http://bill@firesidenetwork.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">email him directly</a>.</li> </ol> This episode references several resources. Here are the promised links: <ul> <li>Hear Bill's tumultuous journey in Photography on the <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/the-phototellers-podcast-bill-ramsey-explains-why/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">101st EPISODE</a></li> <li>Here's the blog where Bill shamelessly brags on his awesome son. Please share with others. <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/carson/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://firesidenetwork.com/carson/</a></li> <li><a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/how-to-succeed-in-boudoir-photography-with-jen-rozenbaum/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Jennifer Rozenbaum was a guest</a> last year on The PhotoTellers. She's just finished her surgery and whipped the cancer that tried to hold her back. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JenniferRozenbaum" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Send Jenn some love, prayers, well-wishes</a>!</li> <li>Check out the brand-new show on The Fireside Network: <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/category/intentionally-vicarious/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">INTENTIONALLY VICARIOUS</a>. See if you're able to keep up with Todd Youngblood as he tries to have more fun than you or anyone else.</li> <li>If you haven't already, peek over at the wildly-popular show <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/category/having-it-all/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">HAVING IT A.L.L.</a> [also here on The Fireside Network]. Keep up with encouragement and life lessons from your host Matthew Bivens.</li> </ul> AND FINALLY . . . If you're a Photographer who wants to deeper explore the ART you can/could be creating, you owe it to yourself to give a look at the new class that Luke &amp; David Edmonson are offering. Truly amazing! <a href="http://shop.edmonsonphotography.com/item/photography-bootcamp" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">FIND IT HERE</a>.

Need Clients? How to Get Your Phone to Ring

Peter Hurley

Peter Hurley, the Headshot Photographer, needs your help. He goes so far as to say, "I will fly you around the world to shoot headshots with ME!" What can you expect from today's conversation?  How Peter went from Actor, to Model, to Olympiad, to Photographer Meeting Bruce Weber; the impact of someone who LOVES photography, and the power of encouragement The less-than-flattering note from Peter's High School Photography teacher Advice to the person who wants to make the leap to Full-Time Photographer The worldwide network of Photographers that Peter is growing to do the work he's doing Peter's specialty is NOT headshots--it's DIRECTION. What does that mean? PsyPhotology--what is this? PsyPhotology.com &amp; the TEDx talk How to create better headshots of anyone. The resource for exactly what to say to get the best from your subject How is Sophia Vergara different than most people in front of the camera? What are the 2 things that Peter HATES to hear Photographers say to their subjects? Peter's advice to people who want to be models and/or actors  "People become so much more attractive when they're having fun in front of the camera, rather than when they're worried about the outcome."  -Peter Hurley Would you like to join Peter's team on the Headshot Crew? Start by CLICKING HERE. You want to learn more about PsyPhotology, right? Of course. CLICK HERE. Not that you're asking, but I "Own It!" Find the tools that Peter uses by CLICKING HERE. Learn more about the iconic Bruce Weber HERE. Discover the work of Ramiro Montoya HERE. Need to learn how Peter creates the work he does, including how he directs his subjects? Click below to grab his book from Amazon. You'll also find the link to some of Bruce Weber's work.  And the TEDx talk that Peter mentions? Join the 3 million people who have watched the show: 

Peter Hurley, the Headshot Photographer, needs your help. He goes so far as to say, "I will fly you around the world to shoot headshots with ME!" What can you expect from today's conversation? <ul> <li>How Peter went from Actor, to Model, to Olympiad, to Photographer</li> <li>Meeting <a href="http://www.bruceweber.com/#/photography" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bruce Weber</a>; the impact of someone who LOVES photography, and the power of encouragement</li> <li>The less-than-flattering note from Peter's High School Photography teacher</li> <li>Advice to the person who wants to make the leap to Full-Time Photographer</li> <li>The worldwide network of Photographers that Peter is growing to do the work he's doing</li> <li>Peter's specialty is NOT headshots--it's DIRECTION. What does that mean?</li> <li>PsyPhotology--what is this? <a href="http://PsyPhotology.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PsyPhotology.com</a> &amp; the TEDx talk</li> <li>How to create better headshots of anyone. The resource for exactly what to say to get the best from your subject</li> <li>How is Sophia Vergara different than most people in front of the camera?</li> <li>What are the 2 things that Peter HATES to hear Photographers say to their subjects?</li> <li>Peter's advice to people who want to be models and/or actors</li> </ul> "People become so much more attractive when they're having fun in front of the camera, rather than when they're worried about the outcome."  -Peter Hurley Would you like to join Peter's team on the Headshot Crew? Start by <a href="https://headshotcrew.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICKING HERE</a>. You want to learn more about PsyPhotology, right? Of course. <a href="http://psyphotology.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>. Not that you're asking, but I "Own It!" Find the tools that Peter uses by <a href="https://hurleyprogear.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICKING HERE</a>. Learn more about the iconic <a href="http://www.bruceweber.com/#/photography" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bruce Weber HERE</a>. Discover the work of <a href="http://ramiromontoya.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ramiro Montoya HERE.</a> Need to learn how Peter creates the work he does, including how he directs his subjects? Click below to grab his book from Amazon. You'll also find the link to some of Bruce Weber's work. And the TEDx talk that Peter mentions? Join the 3 million people who have watched the show:

Actor, Model, Olympian, now Photographer: Peter Hurley Needs Your Help

Julieanne Kost

You may know Julieanne Kost as the Photoshop &amp; Lightroom Evangelist. You may know her as the published author. You may know her as the extraordinarily accomplished Photographer. Sit down with her for a few minutes, and you'll know her as a generous fountain of knowledge--and wisdom! You'll also learn about the influence her parents had on her career, and why Julieanne embraces (an evangelizes) the technical aspects of art. What else might you learn? Glad you asked:  Industries that you did not know use Photoshop. HINT: Why does PS have the Eyedropper tool? The near-future use of 3D avatars The question she hears most about working in Lightroom Why is her work hanging in the Ansel Adams Before and After exhibit? What does she want her "footprint" in Photography to be? [this alone is worth the listen!!!!] How does she answer the question, "Do you KNOW Photoshop? Back of your hand, inside and out?"  Bring your notepad to this conversation! And if you find it helpful, too, kindly share it with a friend. Follow Julieanne Kost on: HER BLOG          |          FACEBOOK          |          HER WEBSITE          |           INSTAGRAM Or find her instructional videos on LYNDA.COM. [Did you know that you can try Lynda for 10 days--free?] And snag her books on Amazon by clicking on the logo below. Please and Thank You. 

You may know Julieanne Kost as the Photoshop &amp; Lightroom Evangelist. You may know her as the published author. You may know her as the extraordinarily accomplished Photographer. Sit down with her for a few minutes, and you'll know her as a generous fountain of knowledge--and wisdom! You'll also learn about the influence her parents had on her career, and why Julieanne embraces (an evangelizes) the technical aspects of art. What else might you learn? Glad you asked: <ul> <li>Industries that you did not know use Photoshop. HINT: Why does PS have the Eyedropper tool?</li> <li>The near-future use of 3D avatars</li> <li>The question she hears most about working in Lightroom</li> <li>Why is her work hanging in the <a href="http://boothmuseum.org/anseladams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ansel Adams Before and After exhibit</a>?</li> <li>What does she want her "footprint" in Photography to be? [this alone is worth the listen!!!!]</li> <li>How does she answer the question, "Do you KNOW Photoshop? Back of your hand, inside and out?"</li> </ul> Bring your notepad to this conversation! And if you find it helpful, too, kindly share it with a friend. Follow Julieanne Kost on: <a href="http://blogs.adobe.com/jkost/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HER BLOG</a>          |          <a href="https://www.facebook.com/julieannekost/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACEBOOK </a>         |          <a href="http://jkost.net/Photography" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HER WEBSITE</a>          |           <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jkost/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">INSTAGRAM</a> Or find her instructional videos on <a href="https://www.lynda.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LYNDA.COM</a>. [Did you know that you can try Lynda for 10 days--free?] And snag her books on Amazon by clicking on the logo below. Please and Thank You.

Photographic Artist, Author, Brilliant Teacher: A Fireside Chat with Julieanne Kost

Erin Babnik, Art Historian and stellar Landscape Photographer, addresses the question, "How will modern landscape photography rate in the realm of Art History?" She also provides insight into her world as a female in a male-dominated field. What advice does she give to other women who want to work as landscape photographers? Tune in to hear.

Erin Babnik, Art Historian and stellar Landscape Photographer, addresses the question, "How will modern landscape photography rate in the realm of Art History?" She also provides insight into her world as a female in a male-dominated field. What advice does she give to other women who want to work as landscape photographers? Tune in to hear.

Erin Babnik: Art History and the Legacy of Today's Landscape Photography

Eric Pickersgill

Photographer Eric Pickersgill's REMOVED project has gone viral. Like thousands of others, I first saw his work online--and it haunted me. The project dramatically altered his career, landed him on the stage of a TEDx talk, and has reignited the conversation about our relationships to our cell devices. Amidst the whirlwind, Eric graciously sat down for a conversation on The PhotoTellers. Today you'll hear the story behind a Photographer with a large format camera who captures us without our portable devices. "A common theme in my photography IS PHOTOGRAPHY." -Eric Pickersgill What can you expect to hear?  How did the identity of "Photographer" help him shed his teen anxiety? The scene in a restaurant, a detached Mom, and cell phones that spawned the project. How have the subjects in the photos reacted before and after the work? How does life change when one of your projects goes viral? How do you know it's time to hire an agent? Should you sell your fine art work through your own website, or a gallery? What has this craft of Photography given him?  If you'd like to explore more, take a look at: RWFA Rick Wester Fine Art Julie Grahame        Since my conversation with Eric, I've also interviewed Julie! Hold on for a gripping conversation, coming this week! [HINT: If you'd like to work with Julie, tell her that you listened to the show and she'll take 20% off!] REMOVED.social EricPickersgill.com      Here you'll see much more of Eric's work!

Photographer Eric Pickersgill's REMOVED project has gone viral. Like thousands of others, I first saw his work online--and it haunted me. The project dramatically altered his career, landed him on the stage of a TEDx talk, and has reignited the conversation about our relationships to our cell devices. Amidst the whirlwind, Eric graciously sat down for a conversation on The PhotoTellers. Today you'll hear the story behind a Photographer with a large format camera who captures us without our portable devices. "A common theme in my photography IS PHOTOGRAPHY." -Eric Pickersgill What can you expect to hear? <ul> <li>How did the identity of "Photographer" help him shed his teen anxiety?</li> <li>The scene in a restaurant, a detached Mom, and cell phones that spawned the project.</li> <li>How have the subjects in the photos reacted before and after the work?</li> <li>How does life change when one of your projects goes viral?</li> <li>How do you know it's time to hire an agent?</li> <li>Should you sell your fine art work through your own website, or a gallery?</li> <li>What has this craft of Photography given him?</li> </ul> If you'd like to explore more, take a look at: <a href="http://www.rickwesterfineart.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RWFA Rick Wester Fine Art</a> <a href="http://juliegrahame.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Julie Grahame</a>        Since my conversation with Eric, I've also interviewed Julie! Hold on for a gripping conversation, coming this week! [HINT: If you'd like to work with Julie, tell her that you listened to the show and she'll take 20% off!] <a href="http://www.removed.social/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">REMOVED.social</a> <a href="http://www.ericpickersgill.com/#studio" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">EricPickersgill.com</a>      Here you'll see much more of Eric's work!

Eric Pickersgill's REMOVED Photography Project and The Life You're Ignoring

The PhotoTellers Podcast is where we look behind the lens at WHO is doing WHAT in the world of photography.  This inaugural episode describes the 3 types of people who will enjoy this show.  A division of the FiresideNetwork.com

The PhotoTellers Podcast is where we look behind the lens at WHO is doing WHAT in the world of photography.  This inaugural episode describes the 3 types of people who will enjoy this show.  A division of the<a href="firesidenetwork.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> FiresideNetwork.com</a>

000-About The PhotoTellers

Gary Puckett

Insider

"The sooner you get the rock [of your career foundation] established, the sooner you'll have a more successful . . . rewarding career."  -Gary Puckett Gary Puckett of Waxahachie, Texas, kindly sat down with me last year at the Texas School of Professional Photography and gave me a glimpse into his ilk of the craft: Photographing High School and Sports teams in action. Tune in to this brief conversation and you'll hear some of the challenges--and excitement--of this kind of work. And if you've considered attending Texas School, you'll hear Gary's opinion, and some of the hidden benefits of attending. If you want to learn more, click the logo below.  And if you'd like to connect with Gary, CLICK HERE.

"The sooner you get the rock [of your career foundation] established, the sooner you'll have a more successful . . . rewarding career."  -Gary Puckett Gary Puckett of Waxahachie, Texas, kindly sat down with me last year at the Texas School of Professional Photography and gave me a glimpse into his ilk of the craft: Photographing High School and Sports teams in action. Tune in to this brief conversation and you'll hear some of the challenges--and excitement--of this kind of work. And if you've considered attending Texas School, you'll hear Gary's opinion, and some of the hidden benefits of attending. If you want to learn more, click the logo below. <a href="http://texasschool.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> And if you'd like to connect with Gary, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GPphotography?fref=ts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>.

Gary Puckett Gives an Insider's Look into Action Sports Photography

Laurie Klein

Ansel Adams

Photographer Laurie Klein has spent over 40 years in the business, written 3 books, and studied with Ansel Adams. How does she describe her work? "I am a nature photographer. I just happen to put people in landscapes." As if that's not unique enough, most of her work is infrared. Today's conversation on The PhotoTellers is inspiring, challenging, and helpful. What can you expect? Here are just a few teasers:  Laurie's answer when I ask, "What would surprise people about Ansel?" Her love affair with Photography, "my oldest relationship." Advice for finding a mentor--the tension between emulating someone else and being true to yourself The collaboration between her, nature, and her model Who should NOT come to her workshops A story of her own healing moment during a session "I want to do more healing work through Photography." What does she mean?  We discuss 2 of Laurie's images during the show. Here's a quick blurb about one of them, and Laurie's explanation why she photographs the female form: LAURIE: To me, photography is a mirror, and that's how we work out things. So I work out body image, I work out being a mom, being pregnant, being all these things that we are as women. And we're very strong. This photograph--look at the muscles on this woman! WOMEN: they are soft and vulnerable and at the same time strong and epic. Be sure to scroll down to see the 2 images we discuss. At this point, I know what you're thinking. "Bill, how can I see more of Laurie's work? Where can I find the help she's giving other Photographers?" Brilliant questions! Click HERE FOR HER WEBSITE, and HERE FOR "TEA WITH LAURIE" videos.

Photographer Laurie Klein has spent over 40 years in the business, written 3 books, and studied with Ansel Adams. How does she describe her work? "I am a nature photographer. I just happen to put people in landscapes." As if that's not unique enough, most of her work is infrared. Today's conversation on The PhotoTellers is inspiring, challenging, and helpful. What can you expect? Here are just a few teasers: <ul> <li>Laurie's answer when I ask, "What would surprise people about Ansel?"</li> <li>Her love affair with Photography, "my oldest relationship."</li> <li>Advice for finding a mentor--the tension between emulating someone else and being true to yourself</li> <li>The collaboration between her, nature, and her model</li> <li>Who should NOT come to her workshops</li> <li>A story of her own healing moment during a session</li> <li>"I want to do more healing work through Photography." What does she mean?</li> </ul> We discuss 2 of Laurie's images during the show. Here's a quick blurb about one of them, and Laurie's explanation why she photographs the female form: LAURIE: To me, photography is a mirror, and that's how we work out things. So I work out body image, I work out being a mom, being pregnant, being all these things that we are as women. And we're very strong. This photograph--look at the muscles on this woman! WOMEN: they are soft and vulnerable and at the same time strong and epic. Be sure to scroll down to see the 2 images we discuss. At this point, I know what you're thinking. "Bill, how can I see more of Laurie's work? Where can I find the help she's giving other Photographers?" Brilliant questions! Click <a href="http://www.laurieklein.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE FOR HER WEBSITE</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/laurieklein4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE FOR "TEA WITH LAURIE"</a> videos.

Laurie Klein on Infrared Photography, Study with Ansel Adams, and Finding a Mentor

Randy Pollard

You may love the idea of being a Lone Ranger Photographer, but even the Lone Ranger had Tonto. How much more effective had they partnered with the entire TRIBE! Thanks to the Texas School of Professional Photography, I had the chance to meet Mr. Randy Pollard. Today's brief conversation answers 2 questions: 1. Why should YOU belong to and support your local Photography Association? Drawing from his own experience, Randy gives 2 compelling reasons. 2. What opportunities await you in Texas for growing your career and network of friends? HINT: You don't have to be a member of the Texas Professional Photographer's Association to attend. Our conversation ends with 2 tidbits of advice that have shaped Randy. One brilliant tidbit comes from his Mom about the proverbial "free lunch." The other tackles the topic of profits and artistry. How does one achieve both? Listen in to learn.

You may love the idea of being a Lone Ranger Photographer, but even the Lone Ranger had Tonto. How much more effective had they partnered with the entire TRIBE! Thanks to the Texas School of Professional Photography, I had the chance to meet Mr. Randy Pollard. Today's brief conversation answers 2 questions: 1. Why should YOU belong to and support your local Photography Association? Drawing from his own experience, Randy gives 2 compelling reasons. 2. What opportunities await you in Texas for growing your career and network of friends? HINT: You don't have to be a member of the Texas Professional Photographer's Association to attend. Our conversation ends with 2 tidbits of advice that have shaped Randy. One brilliant tidbit comes from his Mom about the proverbial "free lunch." The other tackles the topic of profits and artistry. How does one achieve both? Listen in to learn.

Randy Pollard: Fires Shots at the Lone Ranger Photographer

Woody Walters

Woody Walters' career highlight was learning from and printing for Ansel Adams.  The Texas School of Professional Photography 2015 changed that. Listen in to hear:  the moment at Texas School that surpassed the significance of working with Ansel.  Woody's adamant advice to anyone who has immersed him/herself into learning. the finest piece of wisdom Woody has ever received--wisdom from his mother.

Woody Walters' career highlight was learning from and printing for Ansel Adams.  The Texas School of Professional Photography 2015 changed that. Listen in to hear: <ul> <li>the moment at Texas School that surpassed the significance of working with Ansel. </li> <li>Woody's adamant advice to anyone who has immersed him/herself into learning.</li> <li>the finest piece of wisdom Woody has ever received--wisdom from his mother.</li></ul>

Woody Walters:  On the Career Highlight That Surpassed Printing for Ansel Adams

Tim Kelly

If you're studying classic photography portraiture, at some point you'll hear the name Tim Kelly. And if you're striving to create a business that poignantly, distinctly, loudly looks unique your competitors, I'm proud to bring this conversation with Tim Kelly.   Tim has been photographing for over 40 years. Yet the real interest I had in interviewing him was the business &amp; artistic decision he made 25 years ago. It seems counter-intuitive to all conventional "wisdom," and it's been wildly successful (and rewarding). Otherwise, you'll also hear Tim discuss:  How to properly curate a public display Why he's gone back to film and the darkroom "I basically do everything different--on purpose." -Tim Kelly How the opening of a high-end studio changed his business His career of staying away from what other Photographers are doing  If you'd like to hear more from Mr. Tim Kelly, he'll be speaking again at Imaging USA 2017 in San Antonio, TX.  timkellyportraits.com photoportraitguru.com And Tim mentions the beautiful work of David Maheu. Find his website HERE, and the link to my conversation with David below: http://firesidenetwork.com/photographer-set-a-mood-and-set-yourself-apart-with-the-right-background/

If you're studying classic photography portraiture, at some point you'll hear the name Tim Kelly. And if you're striving to create a business that poignantly, distinctly, loudly looks unique your competitors, I'm proud to bring this conversation with Tim Kelly. <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/timkelly-012.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Tim has been photographing for over 40 years. Yet the real interest I had in interviewing him was the business &amp; artistic decision he made 25 years ago. It seems counter-intuitive to all conventional "wisdom," and it's been wildly successful (and rewarding). Otherwise, you'll also hear Tim discuss: <ul> <li>How to properly curate a public display</li> <li>Why he's gone back to film and the darkroom</li> <li>"I basically do everything different--on purpose." -Tim Kelly</li> <li>How the opening of a high-end studio changed his business</li> <li>His career of staying away from what other Photographers are doing</li> </ul> If you'd like to hear more from Mr. Tim Kelly, he'll be speaking again at <a href="http://imagingusa.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Imaging USA 2017 in San Antonio, TX</a>. <a href="http://www.timkellyportraits.com/content/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">timkellyportraits.com</a> <a href="http://photoportraitguru.com/content/tim-kelly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">photoportraitguru.com</a> And Tim mentions the beautiful work of David Maheu. <a href="http://www.backgroundsbymaheu.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find his website HERE</a>, and the link to my conversation with David below: <a href="http://firesidenetwork.com/photographer-set-a-mood-and-set-yourself-apart-with-the-right-background/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://firesidenetwork.com/photographer-set-a-mood-and-set-yourself-apart-with-the-right-background/</a>

Master Portrait Photographer Tim Kelly's Lifelong Quest to Work Differently

Often called the "Master's Master," Frank Cricchio, photography icon and first person to earn 1,000 merits from PPA, can't stop studying. "I study everyday. I get up at 4 and study 2 hours everyday, routinely, 5 days a week." Why? and Who, you wonder, are the best teachers for a seasoned Master? "Every class I teach--you know who teaches ME the most? The beginners! Not the old-timers."  Hear Frank explain why new Photographers are the ideal people to keep us learning. You'll also hear his musings on the changes in the industry, and his own fondest memory that the career has given him. Stay tuned until the end, when Frank explains what every Photographer must do to realize that "success is around the corner."

Often called the "Master's Master," Frank Cricchio, photography icon and first person to earn 1,000 merits from PPA, can't stop studying. "I study everyday. I get up at 4 and study 2 hours everyday, routinely, 5 days a week." Why? and Who, you wonder, are the best teachers for a seasoned Master? "Every class I teach--you know who teaches ME the most? The beginners! Not the old-timers." Hear Frank explain why new Photographers are the ideal people to keep us learning. You'll also hear his musings on the changes in the industry, and his own fondest memory that the career has given him. Stay tuned until the end, when Frank explains what every Photographer must do to realize that "success is around the corner."

57 Years into Photography, the "Master's Master" Still Has Much to Learn

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