Moose Podcasts

In this episode "Legacy Glass" A whole lot of you have reached out and asked do you have to shoot just new glass? Many ask if I shoot any "old" glass. And all asked which is best. Here are some of my thoughts on these great questions.

In this episode "New Vistas to Learn & Love" Many of us are coming out of what seems like a long photographic sleep, having been kept indoors for so long. Shaking off that slumber might be as simple as finding new vistas to learn and love.

In this episode “Your Gear ?s Answered, Hopefully” Many photographers work on mastering composition. What if I told you that composition is only the starting point and not the ending […]

In this episode "Where's the Weight?" Many photographers work on mastering composition. What if I told you that composition is only the starting point and not the ending point. Where do you go next in improving your visual storytelling?

In this episode "The Information is Out There ..." if you let it in! I think that pretty much sums up the photographic experience as you'll quickly hear :-)

In this episode "Let's Talk Opportunity" pt1 The #1 reason talented photographers tell me they don't try to get published is because of the lack of time! Most now have not only time on their hands, but there is a real need for you to share your story. In Part 1, we're going to go over how YOU get your photographs published!

In this episode "Let's Talk Opportunity" pt1 The #1 reason talented photographers tell me they don't try to get published is because of the lack of time! Most now have not only a it of time on their hands, but there is a real need for you to share your story. In Part 1, we're going to go over how YOU get your photographs published!

In this episode "All The Time" I've recently been told, a lot, that I always have a camera in my hand and I think about business, all the time! Then they say, I should put them down and have some fun. Do I, do we?

In this episode "Keep the Faith" Photography in normal times can be a road of challenges. Just when you think you had a head of steam, something takes the wind out of your sails. And today, even more so. You just gotta remember to keep the faith.

In this episode "The Next Step" It's a constant photographic challenge, how to get better at it! You might be feeling a little inundated right with life's challenges but I have an idea how to circle things back to your creative side so you can take the next step.

In this episode "The In House Photographer" Moving your photography forward in these times of social distancing might seem to be a challenge. What if you became the in house photograph working for someone you know? Might be a learning challenge!

In this episode "The Filter" We all use a filter in our photography. The problem is, it might be the wrong filter. I have a suggestion for a better one!

In this episode "The Reality" While a photograph can be a "photographic" record, as simple as a change in exposure or use of a polarizer and you have "altered" reality. The question you need to ask your photography, where does YOUR reality lie in your photograph?

In this episode "Muscle Memory" There are some things in photography that, well, just gotta be memorized to make you a more confident photographer. Confidence permits you to take on more challenging aspects of photography that moves it forward and makes is so much more fun. Here's how to increase your muscle memory.

In this episode "Confused in CA" A Podcast listener sent an amazing email with questions about growth, ego and becomin a better photographer. Any of those fears, doubts or questions every pop into your mind? Perhaps my answers from going through the same thing might help you.

In this episode "Editorial Arrangement" How do we arrange the elements in a photograph to tell our story and reach others? Composition befuddles photographers and at times, prevents the photographic process rather than nurture it. There are those who can help you help yourself.

In this episode "Photography - The Insecurity Sport" We are creatives and a large part of that comes insecurity. That insecurity can slow your photographic growth and prevent you from having faith in your own abilities which are probably already sound. You're not alone in this department, let me explain.

In this episode "OnDemand" You can call up music, movies even your refrigerator OnDemand. Can you do that with your photography? Should you be able to do that with your photography?

In this episode "Ctrl A Delete" What runs through your mind when you head out with a camera? What runs through your mind when you put that camera to your eye? What runs through your mind when you look at those photos on the computer? It matters!

In this episode "Question the Answer" We all seek answers to our photographic questions, cause, by and large, it's how we learn. But just because you get an answer doesn't mean, it's the right answer, for you!

In this episode "Story in Motion" How do you improve your photography, in particular, your visual storytelling? This is a great question that came in and as you might think, I have a thought or two you'll find in Story in Motion.

In this episode "The Year in Wrap" A number of your listeners sent in some great questions asking about my 2019, thoughts on what learned, ventured and the best. And in answering those questions, how does it prepare me for a great 2020? The questions and answers might just help you do the same!

In this episode "Tis the Season" Tis the season for the most important aspect of photography, saving memories. It Tis not the season though not to be a photo geek. Let's record those memories while being part of making them!

In this episode "What Scale?" Photographers love to know, is there photograph good or not? In this life long quest, the one thing I don't think is looked at enough is, what scale are these judgment calls being made by? Do you know? You should!

In this episode "In Theory" There are so many things in life that we say we think we're ready for it by saying, In Theory. But with photography, saying In Theory could mean you'll miss the photo. How can we avoid In Theory, in theory?

In this episode "Turkey Day Special" Thanksgiving is the time we stop and give thanks. It's also a time we reflect on the past year. I decided to combine a bunch of those things along with a guest.

In this episode "How Do You ..." Photography, it simply doesn't follow the KISS Theorem. Or, does it? The answer to so many, How Do You ... questions, actually comes down to just one word. And that word is ...

In this episode "Photography Goals" We can help move our photography forward by putting words to our goals. Goals are more than a to-do or wish list, but journey which at the end there is a reward.

In this episode "Kaboom ... Flash Time" By a show of hands, how many are intimidated or outright scared of flash? How many own a flash, know they should use it but it's the last piece of gear pulled out of the kit? Perhaps this will get you past the hurdle.

In this episode "The Kit" So much pressure is put on ourselves and therefore our photography in regards to our kit. When's the last time you thought about what's in your kit, how it's packed and you work out of it? Here are my thoughts.

In this episode "Answer Why" We are in some ways, just moving forward at times without any direction. What happens if we just ask ourselves to Answer Why?

In this episode “It’s All Connected” Can you simply plug-in a recipe and instantly your photograph looks perfect? Of course not but the reason why along with many aspects are […]

In this episode "#1 Photographer Biz Mistake" "You need a great website, you need to be active on social media!" I received an email detailing these and other things that will bring in the business. Do they, really?

In this episode "Buck Fever" Buck fever is a common hunting term that many apply to photography and for good reason. It costs many photographers the great shot while being totally preventable.

In this episode "Fall Prep" It's fall and time to embrace that light. Making that happen means you have done some prep and I talk about what you should do if you're going out after fall color, mammals or birds to make the most of your shooting time.

In this episode "Complacency" There are times when our photography doesn't grow and we just don't see that fact until it's too late. Many photographers including myself have faced complacency, here are some ideas on how to get beyond it and grow.

In this episode "Signs You Have Too Much Gear" Too much gear can adversely affect your photography is so many ways. Do you have too much gear? Here are some signs, effects and solutions to improve your photography.

In this episode "So You Wanna Be Rich and Famous" It seems this has been on folk's minds of late, a worthy goal for your photography. As you might think, I have a thought or two on this goal.

In this episode "How Much Should You Spend?" There are so many formulas in photography, photographers kinda come dependent on them. This is one question though where there are no formulas. But I might and an answer or two for you.

In this episode "When Does the Shoot End?" When Does the Shoot End? Most thing it's when you put that body away and zip up your case. As you might guess, it think otherwise.

In this episode "What Lens do You Recommend?" To be honest with you, since I can't get it right for myself, what's asking that question and its answer truly worth?

In this episode "Imagination Needs Fuel" Our imagination like every other part of our being does so much better with fuel. Have you thought about what fuels your imagination? Here are some of my favorites and others from my friends to give you some ideas!

In this episode "NSB" What the heck is NSB? Well, you probably suffer from it and don't know it. Those who have emailed me of late sure do and so this episode.

In this episode "Hummer Prep" No, this episode is not about cars. It's about doing your homework, subject, gear, techniques, prior to being out in the field so you're ready when you are, out in the field.

In this episode "Mid Summer Light" Summer has never been known as the mellow light time of year. Quite the contrary! So how ro you keep making those great photos when you're out in that kind of light? I have an idea or two.

In this episode "Stay Safe" For some, traveling with camera gear is a scary proposition. I have some thoughts to stay safe.

In this episode "Road Trip" It's summer, time to load up the car and hit the road. What is it you should do before, during and after to make it memorable? As you might guess, I have a thought or two :-)

In this episode We're Wired for Answers" We are actually wired in such a way that it can lead us to photographic frustration. I didn't know that but it got me to thinking of possible answers to avoid it.

In this episode "What Moves the Eye?" Having a subject and exposure is just the start of the photograph. We must also take the viewer for a journey through our image to tell them our visual story. The question is though, what moves the eye?

In this episode "Grave with the Ends Knocked Out" I was reminded this past week that all creatives including photographers can hit that wall when the clicks just don't come. It's happened to me, perhaps you. How do you get past the grave with the ends knocked out?