Fri, 13 December 2019
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives.Today, we chat about the top lessons we've learned from the year with our incredible guests. With each podcast guest, we've either learned something new or been reminded of the importance of staying focused. We all know how to focus a camera, but there is no auto-focus on business or life! We discuss:1. Stay focused on your dreams while staying relevant. Karen Kuehn's episode: She highlighted relationship building and being a female in photography back when it wasn't so common. Follow your dreams. Staying relevant. 2. You're not selling prints, but rather the experience. Brent Watkins' episode: Know why you're in business. Realizing that you are in the business of selling MORE than prints. You're selling the experience as well. 3. Never turn a customer away because you don't have the skills. Michelle Celentano's episode: Have backup skillsets, and take workshops to expand your skillset. 4. Never miss a moment of creativity. Bobbi Lane's episode: She discussed the importance of practicing creativity instead of waiting for it to strike. 5. Great portraiture is about relationship building. Peter Hurley's episode: You've got to put your clients at ease and listen. It's important to interact with your subjects and put them at ease. 6. Don't making incorrect assumptions based on price. Sarah Petty's episode: Remember that people don't buy what they need, they buy what they want. That means you need to show the value of your products and not fall victim to thinking that price is the key motivator. 7. Stay focused on your future, but appreciate the past. Reid Callanan's episode: He shared with us the important of looking at our favorite visions through his rear view mirror in order to appreciate your accomplishments. This also provides fuel for an exciting future. 8. Special projects help keep us focused on our passion. Don Komarechka's episode: Special projects are so important, and can evolve into incredible future opportunities. 9. Never let go of your dreams. Terrell Lloyd's episode: Never stop relentlessly pursuing your dreams. He started out in life headed to being a pro bowler, and changed directions. Today he's head of a team of photographers for the San Francisco 49rs. 10. Understand why and how we are motivated to make pictures – and what your photography means to you. Rick Sammon's episode: In his best-selling book "Photo Therapy Motivation and Wisdom – Discovering the power of pictures", he discusses what makes someone a better photographer, and it's not always your gear. 11. You are your client's "trusted advisor" in sales. Luci Dumas' Episode: As much as we all need a coach or a mentor, our clients need a coach too. We need to learn to be their trusted advisor in the sales process. You're not selling photographs, but intangible memories turned into tangible photographs that can be held and shared for a lifetime.
https://soundcloud.com/photofocus/mind-your-own-business-the-top-lessons-learned-from-the-year Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 10:36am EST |
Fri, 6 December 2019
My guests are two talented Digital Marketing gurus that are part of a marketing team that can help you be found online and gain more customers -- please welcome Nick Matos and Ben Saint-Denis from Fueled on Bacon. Topic includes blogging tips, leveraging social media, building local citations and directories, long-tail keywords, what to write in your metadata and best tools to use. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! This InFocus Interview Show episode is brought to you by our partners, Lume Cube and Drobo. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting them and sharing these links with your friends!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 22 November 2019
My guest is a talented author, educator, Travel Photographer and popular YouTube influencer specializing in travel photography and photo editing, with over 500 free video tutorials please welcome Jim Nix. Topic includes finding the top photo spots, how to plan your photography trip the best gear to bring, Jim's favorite spots, the first-ever Luminar Photo Camp in Iceland and announcing our first winner in the Photofocus Celebrates 21 Years contest. The winner received up to a $1000.00 Xpozer gift certificate! You can find more information about Jim by visiting Nomadic Pursuits. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! This InFocus Interview Show episode is brought to you by our partners, Lume Cube and Drobo. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting them and sharing these links with your friends!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Tue, 19 November 2019
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level.Today, we chat with celebrity, commercial, fashion, and beauty photographer Matthew Jordan Smith! We discuss how Matthew builds relationships and friendships with clients while now being based out of Tokyo, Japan.
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You can find Matthew at:
Be sure to check out Platypod®, the world’s most compact tripod and sign up for their new Gooseneck.Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcast!Do you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line BEYOND TECHNIQUE IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 3:17pm EST |
Fri, 8 November 2019
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives. Today, we chat with portrait photographer and business coach Luci Dumas. She has a passion for helping her fellow photographers bring their businesses up to the next level! Join us as we discuss common struggles photographers have, how to overcome those struggles, and more! Topics include:
Luci can be found at:
Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:12pm EST |
Fri, 1 November 2019
My guest is a well respected Photoshop tutor and photo editor who host one of the most successful Facebook Groups with close to a half a million members, please welcome Andrew Kavanagh. Topics include how to pick a focus theme, ways to be a helpful group, the benefits of hosting a group and the Pros and cons of running a Facebook group. You can find more information about Andrew by joining the new Photoshop and Lightroom Group. If you are currently a member of the group, you should rejoin the new group. As of November 7th, the ability to post in the old group will be turned off. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! This InFocus Interview Show episode is brought to you by our partners, Lume Cube and Drobo. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting them and sharing these links with your friends!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Wed, 16 October 2019
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level. Today, we chat with Don Prentice, co-founder of Phototexting.com! We discuss how relationship building relates to every photographer's business, and the ways communication is changing. Other topics include:
Learn more about PhotoTexting.com here. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line BEYOND TECHNIQUE IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 9:51am EST |
Thu, 10 October 2019
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives. Today, we chat with award-winning photographer Rick Sammon. He is one of the most active photographers on the planet – dividing his time between creating images, leading photo workshops, and making personal appearances. Join us as we discuss practical tips any photographer can use! Topics include:
Rick can be found at:Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. Check out Rick's new book: Photo Therapy Motivation and WisdomYou can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 10:23pm EST |
Fri, 4 October 2019
My guest is a California based educator, motivational speaker and peacebuilder working to change the causes of social conflict. Over the last fifteen years, he has managed field programs in the Middle East and Latin America, led advocacy initiatives in Washington, crewed on film productions, and taught Peace Studies for college students. He makes content to share things he's passionate about and to connect with others who want to use their talents to make the world better. Please welcome John Filson Topics include; John's background and filmmaking, being supporters, not rescuers, tips on how we can help local people become the owners and creators of their own change on their own terms, strategies to deal with conflict, local projects we need more of and tips we can use to get our message out to help involve world change Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! This InFocus Interview Show episode is brought to you by our partners, Lume Cube and Drobo. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting them and sharing these links with your friends!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 27 September 2019
Opportunities to increase our skills and knowledge are all around us, but sometimes we may not spot them. In this special video edition, I sat down with Abe Curland from B&H while at Photoshop World. He discussed how he recognized unique opportunities and took advantage of them to increase his photographic skills. Topics include photographing in natural light, wildlife photography and how to critique a photo. You can learn more about Abe and see his work at birdsongimages.com. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! This InFocus Interview Show episode is brought to you by our partners, Lume Cube and Drobo. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting them and sharing these links with your friends!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Wed, 18 September 2019
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level. Today, we chat with commercial photographer and film director Jay P. Morgan! We discuss the importance of education, the role of mentoring, and the most important skillsets photographers need to have in order to run a thriving business! Other topics include:
Be sure to check out Platypod®, the world's most compact tripod. Be sure to sign up for their new Gooseneck.Be sure to check out Jay P.'s educational website for education and mentoring. To learn more about Jay P. and check out his work, visit his portfolio website. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line BEYOND TECHNIQUE IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 10:59am EST |
Thu, 12 September 2019
Mind Your Own Business: Sports with Terrell LloydWelcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with Terrell Lloyd, the Senior Manager of Photography Services and Lead Team Photographer at the San Francisco 49ers. We discuss his sports photography career, as well as practical tips any photographer can use!
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To learn more about Terrell, visit his website. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to skip@mei500.com or chamira@photofocus.com, with the subject line MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to share this episode with your friends. You can also listen on iTunes; we’d love it if you could post a review!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 5:45pm EST |
Fri, 6 September 2019
While at ClickCon, I had a chance to talk with Fine Arts photographer and educator Sandra Pearce. Sandra shares how she uses Photoshop not just to paint, but to retouch an image. You can learn more about Sandra at texasschool.org/sandra-pearce Topics include Photoshop mixing brush, working with eyes and layers. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! This InFocus Interview Show episode is brought to you by our partners, Lume Cube and Drobo. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting them and sharing these links with your friends!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 30 August 2019
While at ClickCon, I had a chance to talk with Fashion photographer and educator Dixie Dixon. Dixie shares some of the topics she covered in her classes. You can learn more about Dixie at dixiedixon.com Topics include model release forms, insurance, building a dream team, why assisting is important and how to command the set. Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Then write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. Thanks for listening! This InFocus Interview Show episode is brought to you by our partners, Lume Cube and Drobo. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting them and sharing these links with your friends!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 23 August 2019
In this episode: https://soundcloud.com/photofocus/infocus-interview-show-with-howard-burkholz-photofocus-podcast-august-23-2019/s-NeS92 I had a chance to talk with photographer and insurance agent Howard Burkholz about the different types of insurance plans photographers need. As a photographer himself, Howard gives disaster scenario examples to help us understand what is and is not covered. Topics:
For more information or to request a quote, contact Howard directly at National Photographers Insurance We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Wed, 21 August 2019
Get the show here or get it on iTunes — Please, post a review on iTunes. Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level. Today we chat with Watts of Love founding member and creative director Kevin Kuster!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 10:51am EST |
Fri, 9 August 2019
Get the show here or get it on iTunes — Please, post a review on iTunes. Welcome to Mind Your Own Business! Today we chat with nature, macro, and landscape photographer Don Komarechka!We discuss:
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 10:24am EST |
Fri, 2 August 2019
In this episode: I had a chance to talk to Hollywood photographer Mike Kubeisy. Mike and I talk about a very sensitive topic among photographers -- Do photographers need to buy the latest and greatest gear? We both weigh in on our thoughts and give examples and advice. Topics:
We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 26 July 2019
In this episode: I had a chance to talk to Skip Cohen. Skip is a Marketing & Social Media guru who has written numerous books, spoken at all major photography conferences and has host thousands of Podcasting hours helping photographers reach their potential. Skip talks about the business classes he is teaching at ClickCon, a three-day hands-on photo and video learning experience held in Chicago Aug 5-7, 2019 and how it relates to the interview topic, "Stop buying gear and invest in education." Topics:
If you would like to attend the conference, follow this link to ClickCon and use Skip's code -- ccskip -- to save $50.00. We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Wed, 17 July 2019
Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level. Today we chat with fine art photographer Gareth Rockliffe!We discuss:
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 11:41am EST |
Fri, 12 July 2019
In this episode, Skip Cohen and Chamira Young chat with Reid Callanan about the importance of photography education.
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Reid Callanan and Santa Fe Workshops can be found at:Have suggestions on future topics you want us to cover? Email us:
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 1:06pm EST |
Fri, 28 June 2019
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We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 14 June 2019
Get the show here or get it on iTunes — Please post a review on iTunes. In this episode, Skip Cohen and Chamira Young chat with photographer and marketing expert Sarah Petty about the biggest (and most common!) print order-killing mistakes so many photographers make!We cover these common print order-killing mistakes in detail:
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 10:09am EST |
Fri, 7 June 2019
In this episode: I had a chance to interview a talented 21-year-old photography student that's attending the Rochester Institute of Technology. Ben reached out to me on LinkedIn. Sensing his dedication, I wanted to reward Ben with a Photoshop World experience he would never forget. Ben is a great example of how networking and a passion for your art will open doors to success. Topics:
We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 24 May 2019
In this episode: I had a chance to interview retired Army Specialist Corey Decker for a special edition of the Photofocus Infocus Interview Show honoring our Military. Corey shares his military experience and how Photography has helped his PTSD. Topics:
We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 10 May 2019
Welcome to Mind Your Own Business! Premier headshot photographer and education Peter Hurley joins us today!
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 9:26am EST |
Fri, 3 May 2019
![]() In this "Best Of" InFocus Interviews episode:Olympus Visionary photographer, author and photo educator Joe Edelman shares his insight on why he shot an assignment using the JPEG format and not RAW. Then it's Photographer, Educator, Author and a Canon Explorer of Light, Roberto Valenzuela. Roberto shares tips on how he uses Light to Communicate. We'd like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 26 April 2019
In this episode: I had a chance to interview Photographer and Educator Kimberly Muzuch. Kimberly shares her insights on why every professional photographer should attend conferences like Photoshop World. Topics:
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Direct download: Infocus_Interview_Show_with_Kimberly_Mozuch_April_26_2019.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 12 April 2019
Welcome to the Mind Your Own Business Podcast! Today we chat with commercial and portrait photographer Bobbi Lane!We discuss:
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 10:11am EST |
Fri, 5 April 2019
In this best of Infocus Interviews episode: Andrew Kavanagh, the man behind one of the largest and most active Photoshop and Photography Facebook Groups with close to half a million members, talks about why he created the group and the changes he's made to help benefit photographers of all levels. Then, it's Scott Kelby. Before he became a pioneer in Photoshop, Scott started out as a portrait photographer. He talks about his earlier years and how his informal training help inspires him to share his knowledge with others. Scott also talks about the different types of educational resources available and how to best benefit from them. He also talks Photoshop World which created in 1999. As a special note: This year Photoshop World will be held in Orlando, Florida on May 30 through June 1 and the second event in Las Vegas on August 21 through August 23. and Last, is Hollywood Photographer Mike Kubesiy. Mike talks about what it takes to land a job in Hollywood and most importantly, what it takes to stay there. With over 35 years of experience, Mike is a wealth of knowledge. We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Fri, 22 March 2019
In this episode: I had a chance to interview Educator, Author and Fine-art photographer Lauri Novak. Lauri talks about the recent Photofocus articles she has written. Topics:
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Direct download: Infocus_Interview_Show_with_Lauri_Novak_March_22_2019.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:00pm EST |
Wed, 20 March 2019
Welcome to Beyond Technique, a podcast empowering photographers to bring their businesses to the next level!In today's episode we chat with photojournalist Jakob Dall!Today we chat about:
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PhotoShelter gives people and organizations easy ways to manage their photos - from delivering, storing, selling, sharing - all from one place. Their platform offers simple and smart ways to share, store, deliver and sell your highest quality work. They handle the biggest files and solve some of the biggest business challenges for professional photographers. Get social! Follow PhotoShelter online:
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Direct download: Beyond_Technique_Photofocus_Podcast_March_20_2018_High.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 10:28am EST |
Fri, 8 March 2019
Welcome to the Mind Your Own Business Podcast! Today we chat with family portrait photographer Michele Celentano!
We discuss:
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 11:00am EST |
Fri, 1 March 2019
In this episode: I had a chance to interview Stock Photographer Guru, Adobe Stock Contributor Evangelist and incredible Photographer Mat Hayward.Mat shares his insight into stock photography. Topics:
We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
Direct download: The_InFocus_Interview_Show_with_Mat_Hayward_February_22_2019.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 2:00pm EST |
Fri, 22 February 2019
In this episode: I had a chance to interview Photojournalist, Educator, and Author Rick Friedman. Rick talks about his experience with Tamron lens and his lens choice from his recent overseas assignments. Topics:
We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
Direct download: The_Infocus_Interview_Show_with_Rick_Friedman_February_22_2019.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 2:00pm EST |
Wed, 20 February 2019
Welcome to Beyond Technique, a podcast empowering photographers to bring their businesses to the next level. In today's episode we chat with portrait photographer Sally Blood!
We discuss:
You can find Sally at:
Start your 14 Day FREE trial of PhotoShelter, plus 20% off a Standard or Pro Account for a year. Use the coupon code PHOTOFOCUS20PhotoShelter gives people and organizations easy ways to manage their photos - from delivering, storing, selling, sharing - all from one place. Their platform offers simple and smart ways to share, store, deliver and sell your highest quality work. They handle the biggest files and solve some of the biggest business challenges for professional photographers. Get social! Follow PhotoShelter online:
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Direct download: Beyond_Technique_Photofocus_Podcast_February_20_2019_High.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 1:06pm EST |
Fri, 8 February 2019
Welcome to the Mind Your Own Business Podcast! Today we chat with portrait photographer Brent Watkins!We discuss:
Check it out!The Ohio PPA's convention is coming up March 23-24, 2019. Learn more here.
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Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 11:04am EST |
Fri, 1 February 2019
In this episode: I had a chance to interview a very special teacher, my sister Maria Vanelli. Maria came for a visit and we started talking about our childhood and how through her teaching she helped shape my education. I picked her brain on ways to help others learn better and thought it would be a great topic for our show. Topics:
We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
Direct download: The_Infocus_Interview_Show_with_Maria_Vanelli_February_1_2019.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 2:00pm EST |
Fri, 25 January 2019
In this episode: Hollywood photographer and educator Mike Kubeisy shares his insight on what it takes to become a Hollywood photographer. Topics:
To learn more about Mike, visit his website. We like to hear from you!Here’s your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
Direct download: The_Infocus_Interview_Show_with_Mike_Kubeisy_January_25_2019.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 2:00pm EST |
Wed, 16 January 2019
Get the show here or get it on iTunes — Please, post a review on iTunes. Welcome to Beyond Technique, a podcast empowering photographers to bring their businesses to the next level. In today's episode we chat with outdoor photographer Adam Mowery.
We discuss:
You can find Adam at:
Start your 14 Day FREE trial of PhotoShelter, plus 20% off a Standard or Pro Account for a year. Use the coupon code PHOTOFOCUS20PhotoShelter gives people and organizations easy ways to manage their photos - from delivering, storing, selling, sharing - all from one place. Their platform offers simple and smart ways to share, store, deliver and sell your highest quality work. They handle the biggest files and solve some of the biggest business challenges for professional photographers. Get social! Follow PhotoShelter online:
Have suggestions on future topics you want us to cover? Email us:
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Direct download: Beyond_Technique_Photofocus_Podcast_January_16_2018_High.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 1:17pm EST |
Fri, 11 January 2019
Welcome to the Mind Your Own Business Podcast! Today we chat with photographer Karen Kuehn!
We discuss:
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Direct download: Mind_Your_Own_Business_Photofocus_Podcast_January_11_2019_High.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 12:31pm EST |
Fri, 4 January 2019
In this episode: Olympus Visionary photographer, author, and photo educator Joe Edelman shares his insight on a variety of topics he wrote about on his blog. Topics:
To learn more about Joe, visit his blog. We like to hear from you!Here's your chance to interact with the team by leaving a follow-up question in the comments section. We do our best to answer all questions in a timely manner. You can be the next guest host on our podcastDo you have an idea for a topic or want to hear from your favorite photographer or influencer in our industry? Send an email to Vanelli at v@photofocus.com with the subject line of INFOCUS INTERVIEW IDEA. Write a brief description of your topic or idea. If you are recommending someone, please include their name, contact information and state if you would like to be a guest host. If you like these InFocus Interviews, please consider supporting our partners and sharing these links with your friends! ThinkTapLearn.com, Luminar by Skylum Software
Direct download: Infocus_Interview_Show_with_Joe_Edelman_January_4_2019.mp3
Category:Audio podcast -- posted at: 2:00pm EST |