The Nerdy Photographer Podcast

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In this bonus episode, I share my wish for you in 2022. I hope you all have a happy and healthy new year. And like I always say...subscribe to the podcast, and tell a friend to do the same! Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Tell your friends about the podcast. Follow @thenerdyphoto on Instagram Like the Nerdy Photographer Facebook page Follow @thenerdyphoto on Twitter Get some Nerdy Photographer merchandise Pick up some photography resources from our store If you're feeling extra generous, check out our support page.

A lot happened in the world of photography over the last year, but what were the biggest stories in the industry? Well, I asked you, the listeners, as well as my photography super friends for your thoughts and I put together the three top stories of the year, as well as a little look ahead to 2022 to see what we might be talking about next year. Many thanks to everyone who submitted their story ideas! Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Tell your friends about the podcast. Follow @thenerdyphoto on Instagram Like the Nerdy Photographer Facebook page Follow @thenerdyphoto on Twitter Get some Nerdy Photographer merchandise Pick up some photography resources from our store If you're feeling extra generous, check out our support page.

We are finishing out spooky season with a very special show! Why is it that human beings are so obsessed with photographing the paranormal? In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, I speak with monster expert, Dr. Emily Zarka from the PBS show Monstrum about all sorts of monsters and why they can or can't be photographed (according to legend). From ghost hunts to Bigfoot to vampires that don't show up on film, we talk about why, even in stories, it is so difficult to get photographic evidence of monsters! About My Guest "I'm Emily Zarka. I earned a Doctor of Philosophy in English from Arizona State University, specializing in British Romantic literature with an emphasis on the Gothic. I approach literature and film through monsters, applying the theory that human history is monster history. I am the writer and host for "Monstrum," an online series with PBS's Storied channel on YouTube that looks at complex histories and motivations behind some of the world's most famous monsters. I also wrote and hosted a one-hour documentary for PBS called Exhumed: A History of Zombies." You can also follow the good doctor on Twitter. Are You Entertained? Do You Enjoy the Podcast? Here are a few ways you can help support the Nerdy Photographer Podcast Leave reviews! Reviews help a lot. Seriously, every new review helps us reach new listeners who might not find the podcast. You can leave reviews for the Nerdy Photographer on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, and GoodPods (those last two you can rate and review individual episodes). Did I mention that we are now the NUMBER ONE indie photography podcast on GoodPods? Tell people about The Nerdy Photographer Podcast! Follow @thenerdyphoto on Instagram Follow @thenerdyphoto on TikTok Grab yourself some photography merchandise like t-shirts, mugs, and stickers! You can also leave us a voice message on our contact page and tell us what you thought of the episode or give us your ideas for future episodes!

It's SPOOKY SEASON here on The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, and I am bringing back my friend, Jeremy Harris, to get his opinions on the spooky photography stories listeners and followers submitted to the show. And before you think these are all ghost stories, THINK AGAIN! A lot of these stories are just flat out scary without any sort of paranormal element. Amazed by All This Free Premium Content? Consider supporting The Nerdy Photographer Podcast in one (or more) of the following ways: Tell your friends about the podcast. Then start telling strangers. Follow @thenerdyphoto on Instagram Join the Nerdy Photographer Facebook group Follow @thenerdyphoto on Twitter Look amazing with some Nerdy Photographer swag Improve your business with photography resources from our store Want to buy me a drink? Go to our support page. About My Guest Jeremy's body of work includes photographing artists such as Ozzy Osbourne, Slayer, Blake Shelton, Alanis Morrissette, ZZ Top, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and many more. His longtime personal project of photographing abandoned asylums was published in Mother Jones Magazine. He now resides in Nashville, Tennessee but still travels all over the US on assignment. You can check out Jeremy's website at jeremyharris.com – and you can follow along with him on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! Episode Promos: Wine Dine & Storytime Podcast Pineapple Pizza Podcast Nerdy Photographer Photography Contract Templates The Nerdy Photographer Podcast is produced by Casey Fatchett with music by The Hipshakes.

We have all been there. You get an inquiry from a potential client. Maybe you message each other back and forth a few times. Then...nothing! It can be one of the most frustrating and, honestly, scary parts of running a business. Not knowing what's causing potential clients to ghost you or what to do in response can leave you overwhelmed. But not to worry! In this episode of the podcast, Spencer Lum returns to talk about how you can avoid getting ghosted by potential clients. Support The Nerdy Photographer Podcast We hope you are enjoying The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, a blend of informative and entertaining photography related content. Subscribe to the podcast! Tell other people about the podcast – first your friends, and then people you meet on the street. just shout at them. Leave a review. Here are three great places to do that: Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, and GoodPods Follow on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok Join our Facebook Group Join the Subreddit Get your dollars out and head over to the support page. About My Guest Spencer is the marketing guru who runs Go Extra Bold and Ground Glass He has spoken at Inspire, Canada Photo Convention, the Musea Gathering, Camp Go Away, and Nine Dots. Ground Glass received the 2nd Annual Tiffinbox Award, and it has appeared as a top 10 blog on The Moderntog, Photodoto, Ejunkie, and several other sites. Promos: Studying Scarlet Podcast and Terrified & Tipsy Podcast

It's spooky season, and, in this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, we take a look at a VERY creepy photography related movie, One Hour Photo. This 2002 Robin Williams film about a photo technician who becomes obsessed with a family takes us back to a time before digital cameras and phone cameras when many people were still getting film developed. I invited Josh from the For Nerds by Nerds Podcast to join me to take a look at this disturbing motion picture. We ponder how times have changed since this movie was released, both in the sense of how we as a society partake in photography and general societal norms. There are definitely some things in this movie that would not play out the same way today. Want to listen along with our commentary? Rent or buy the movie from Amazon or you can currently stream on HBO MAX. Support the Nerdy Photographer Want to help an independent podcast? Start by subscribing to the podcast! Next, tell people about the podcast – friends, enemies, strangers you meet on the street…it doesn't matter. Leave a review. Wherever you can, but these are 3 great places to leave reviews: Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, and GoodPods Get social and follow us on these platforms: Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok Join our Facebook Group Join the Subreddit Dig into your wallet and head over to the support page About My Guest Josh joins us from the For Nerds by Nerds Podcast - you can find them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Or you can click here to listen to For Nerds by Nerds on your favorite podcast platform! Promos Ye Olde Crime Podcast Let's Be Real Unposed Photography Prompts The GoodPods Podcast App Reverie True Crime Podcast

Have you ever thought about getting into light painting? Tried it and wanted to do a better job? In this episode of thepodcast, I talk to prolific light painter, Russell Klimas, about light painting essentials: the equipment and the mindset to succeed when getting into light painting. You can create amazing images even with limited equipment, but you need to have the essentials! EPISODE PROMOS GoodPods Siteground Website Hosting Flothemes WordPress Templates for Photographers and Creatives Wedding Photo Hangover Podcast Unposed Photography Prompts Ocho Duro Parlay Hour Podcast About My Guest Russell Klimas is a hobbyist photographer who is absolutely obsessed with creating shots in camera that most people would consider impossible through long exposure. It's one of his goals in his photography to not only continue to push himself but also share his knowledge and grow the light painting community around him to greater heights. You can find Russell on his website or Instagram. Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Tell other people about the podcast – friends, enemies, strangers…it doesn't matter. Leave a review. Here are three great places to do that: Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, and GoodPods Follow on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok Join our Facebook Group Join the Subreddit Spend money you were going to anyway and give us a percentage, or just send us money. Either way you can find out how on our support page.

When there are unlimited uncertainties, it's certain that one scenario will occur, right? Don't test us too much on the likelihoods and probabilities, we never want to know the odds Will creating all manner of uncertainty succeed in bringing the Nerdy Photographer home? Tune in to find out! Episode Promos The Nerd Alternative Podcast Infectious Groove Podcast Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Tell other people about the podcast – friends, enemies, strangers…it doesn't matter. Leave a review. Here are three great places to do that: Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, and GoodPods Follow on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok Join our Facebook Group Join the Subreddit Spend money you were going to anyway and give us a percentage, or just send us money. Either way you can find out how on our support page. If you enjoy the show, please be sure to let us know!

Having an ideal client profile is something that can vastly improve your marketing effectiveness. But first, you have to go through the process of finding your ideal client and figuring out the language that they speak in. In this episode of the podcast, I speak with Knoxville photographer Brittany Sidwell about the importance of finding your ideal client as well as some actionable items to get you started on the road to more effective marketing after the episode. Click Here to View Our Unposed Photography Prompts! EPISODE PROMOS: Let's Be Real Unposed Photography Prompts Good Pods Podcast App Flothemes WordPress Templates for Photographers and Creatives SpyHards Podcast Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Tell other people about the podcast – friends, enemies, strangers…it doesn't matter. Leave a review. Here are three great places to do that: Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, and GoodPods Follow on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok Join our Facebook Group Join the Subreddit Spend money you were going to anyway and give us a percentage, or just send us money. Either way you can find out how on our support page. About Our Guest Brittany Sidwell is a photographer located in Knoxville, Tennessee. "I love my job because my clients turn into friends and that makes me extremely happy. I wake up every single day with gratitude and amazement that I get to capture the real deal moments in people's lives." You can find Brittany on her website, Facebook or Instagram. What did you think of the episode? Leave us a voice message on our contact page and tell us your thoughts or give us ideas on what you would like to hear on future episodes!