Moose Podcasts

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?

In this episode "No Seconds" I remember all too well when I was little around the dinner table that when dessert came out, I was always told, "no seconds." This holds true when the great photo comes around, are there no seconds.

In this episode "For Competition" I ask a simple question this week. Who are you taking the photographs for?

In this episode "Your Best Friend" Your best friend knows you and you know them. They help when you need help. They make you laugh and make you cry. At times, you can't live without them.

In this episode "Spoiler Alert" So you master a technique in photography, and then the next, when does it stop? Spoiler Alert!

In this episode "Recognition of THE" We're all after THE photograph the represents not only our skill but the story we're telling to tell. But actually seeing "the" photograph is a challenge. This might help you find it.

In this episode "Which Way to Turn" Background, storytelling and most importantly the subject, which way do you turn? Do you follow the herd or go your own path in arranging the elements in your photograph?

In this episode "Spraying & Praying" In this day and age where so many rely on the computer for their image, spraying, and praying has become a common technique that others think is a crutch. Is this a technique that is good or bad for the future of your photography?

In this episode "Packing" I am commonly asked how I go about packing for an adventure or project. There is an art to it and it begins with asking yourself, "What's the subject" and then ... well, you'll just have to listen!

In this episode "Seeing Past the Camera" "How do you see those photographs?" This is a common question that I now often answer with, "I see past the camera" Just what does that mean and would its meaning help your photography?

In this episode "Printing" The print tells all ... and is the most important vehicle for being a better photographer and for sharing!

In this episode "Scary Dreams" We all too often put up our own barriers to moving forward. Perhaps you're simply not making your dreams big enough?

In this episode "Time & Money!" The quest for better images requires an examination of time and money. The problem is, how do you look at the money and how do you value time?

In this episode “Just Get Goin!” There are times when the great light and great subjects just slip away as photographers “play” with stuff rather than just get goin and […]

In this episode "Thirty Year Itch" The seeds of critter exploring were planted in my soul long ago. Sitting around a campfire with biologists, the stories of amazing locales with great critter-filled the air. I'm just back from one of those solving a thirty-year itch!

In this episode "Matrix of Likes" There seems to be a system for placing worth to our images, Likes, that just perhaps isn't serving us as we might like or want. Does Likes actually take us away from our goal of visual storyteller?

In this episode "The Best" "Get the best you can afford." Advice given to me long ago that I still go by today. But what does that mean and can this same advice help your photography!?

In this episode "Gear Dependence" I ask the question, 'cause I don't have the answer, but are photographers perhaps, becoming gear and feature dependent?

In this episode "Cabin Fever 2019" The winter months when it's even more of a challenge to get out with the camera, cabin fever can set in. It happens to me at least and these are just some of the things I do to break the temperature.

In this episode "Shutter Speed Is?" Shutter speed is an essential part of how we expose for a photograph. But it has a much greater influence on how we tell our visual story. You understand this basic yet essential tool?

In this episode "Seeking the Answer" We all are seeking the answer for our photography. Be it from the subject, the place, the gear or the finishing, "the" answer is something we constantly seek. How do you find it? Perhaps I have a path to take.

In this episode "In the Beginning" I've been asked many of times of late how I got my start. I feel like I'm just starting every day!

In this episode "In this episode "Eeny, meeny, miny, moe" Selecting the photograph, oh man, that's nearly as bad and spending money on a new lens! How do you select "the" photograph?

In this episode "99 - 100" Can we as photographers reach 100% success? The thing is that while it is possible, that last 1% will always the biggest gap to bridge!

In this episode "The Z Family" Mirrorless reinvented, Nikon has entered the brave new world with two very cool bodies! As with any new body, there is lots of questions. With both the Z6 & Z7 now in my hands, here are some of my answers to those questions.

In this episode "Thanks to Film" The pain and gain of shooting film provided me the platform that makes my photography successful today. Do you need to experience the same thing to make your photography successful?

In this episode "It Takes Two" Photography is a relationship and like all successful relationships, it takes two. Have you thought about your photographic relationship? If not, here are some thoughts.

In this episode "Moose is Loose" We're just back from a spectacular week with my No Cousins and want to share with you a little of what took thirty years to accomplish.

In this episode "The Dance" Taking in all we see and incorporating just the most important elements into the viewfinder is the challenge we all face. I rely on what I call "The Dance" to help.

In this episode "Pro" Does just the label of "Pro" or Professional make it so? What value does this label really have? As you might have guessed, I have some thoughts.

In this episode "You've Got Style" This question came in this past week and it's a great question. Style, what is it, where do you find if, do you have it? And the biggie, if I don't have it, how do I get it?

"The First Click" The camera is such an important tool. That first click with a new camera so affects your relationship with that camera. Starting off on the right foot is so important. Here are some ideas of how to do that!

In this episode "Fall" It's that time of the year when the light is great and the subjects colorful and furry, how do you bring that all home in your images?

In this episode "A Swing & Miss" We all take a swing and have a miss, but not all get back up to bat!

In this episode "Labor of Love" We love taking photos, but some of the "stuff" we deal with prior to going click, not so much. Need one though for the other.

In this episode "Inner Beauty" We all know the saying, but do we think about it when looking through the lens or finishing our photos?