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We welcome you to the Photofocus Roundtable podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics to get your photography moving. This month, we are joined by Pamela Bloom. Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring; click the link to download and try for free. Also joining us is author Rick Sammon who has a new book out “How to Make Money While You Are Sleeping” on Amazon Books  You can find your hosts here: Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com | instagram Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com | patreon.com/robmoroto Pamela Bloom: pamelaannberry.com | instagram

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! This month we chat with outdoor photographer Kris Andres, who has a knack for seeking adventure. In our conversation, Kris discusses why he loves the cold and altitude for his photo adventures. He also shares his toughest adventure, how he managed the pandemic, the process of launching his fine art website, his upcoming educational programs, and more. Get ready to be inspired! Based at the doorstep of the Canadian Rockies in Calgary, Alberta, Kristopher considers the mountains (along with everywhere he travels) to be his second home. Always up for endless adventures with a smile (no matter how "atmospheric" the conditions are), Kris will be overly excited in almost everything he does in life, capturing each story with the click of a shutter - in any and all genres: from adventure, to landscapes, to portraiture and more! When he’s not outside creating, Kris is a full-time yogi working to refine h

You can ask your own questions here: www.photofocus.com/questions This week Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer questions about how we deliver images to clients.  We are receiving more questions about NFTs so we give our perspective.  We also give our responses about forgetting gear and other mistakes. Thank you to our sponsors Tamron and Photomatix Your hosts: Ron Pepper - ronpepper.com Rob Moroto - robmoroto.com

This month Jemma Pollari from Down Under shares this article: https://photofocus.com/photography/exercises-for-photographers-protect-your-body-in-the-field-and-at-your-desk/ Also Jamie MacDonald from the Mirrorless Minutes Podcast joins Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto to expand on the article. We also took that chance to ask Jemma about her Promptographer site/app and share ideas for posing families.  We start out with our uncommon position on NFTs -- spoiler -- it's not about the $$.  Pepper and Jamie have made small tests here: Pepper’s NFT experiment: https://opensea.io/Pepperazzi Jamie’s NFTs https://rarible.com/macdonaldphoto You can find your hosts here: Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com | instagram.com/rpepper Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com | patreon.com/robmoroto Jamie MacDonald:  instagram.com/macdonald_photo

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! This month we chat with experienced event photographer Steve Brazill. In our detailed conversation, Steve discusses how he sharpened his skills during the pandemic, what his business looks like now that events are opening back up, the new excitement he's noticing among his fellow event photographers, and the state of the event photography industry today. Steve Brazill is a Southern California based music photographer, and the host of the Behind the Shot podcast. Music has been a special force in his life for as long as he can remember, and as a radio personality, emcee, and voice actor. He has been around the music and entertainment industry for many years. He's on the air at KCAL FM, and he handles their concert photographer. He is also one of the house photographers for Toyota Arena. You can check out portfolio his website here. You can also find him on Twitter and Youtube. About your host

The Q&A Show has returned and this first episode is with Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto.  Our questions include the subjects of noise, editing, and controlling color when shooting interiors. You can ask a question for our next episode at: questions@photofocus.com Thank you to our sponsor Tamron Your hosts: Ron Pepper - ronpepper.com Rob Moroto - robmoroto.com  

This month, we add international experience with Wayne Chasan from Southern Spain. Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring, click the link to download and try for free. Our featured topic is inspired by Levi's post about reflections as an element of making a photo. Joining us is Photofocus author Levi Sim. The panel's take on the subjects can sometimes be outside the box, sharing what it's like to be a photographer from their distinct paths.  Background article:  https://photofocus.com/photography/instantly-interesting-photographs-with-reflections/ Where to find us: Levi Sim: instagram.com/photolevi Wayne Chasan: www.chasan.com | waynechasan.com | Instagram Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com and instagram.com/rpepper Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com and CalgaryPhotos.ca

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! This month we chat with photographer Scott Detweiler. In our detailed conversation, Scott openly shares how his versatile skillset has influenced his career, as well as how collaborating with fellow creatives has helped his business. He also discusses how he utilizes his Zenfolio website to attract the right clients and show his work. Scott Detweiler has been an artist and painter since he was pretty young when he worked with pen and ink, marker and acrylics. He became interested in Photoshop when it still came on floppy disks. Most of his work is now commercial photography, retouching, boudoir, fine-art and 3D modeling photography. He also does corporate headshots, catalog and magazine work, but he loves the occasional commission for something much more artistic. Teaching others is something he enjoys doing via workshops, speaking engagements or traveling to shoots as often as possible. He also

This month, our panel discusses how they look at pricing for photography and courses. We also discuss how video is coming into the business of photography. Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring Our featured topic is inspired by Julie's post about the year's color trends. Joining us is Photofocus author Julie Powell. The panel's take on the subjects can sometimes be outside the box, sharing what it's like to be a photographer from their distinct paths.  Background article: https://photofocus.com/photography/shooting-photography/color-concepts-whats-in-for-2022/ Join us at the Visual Storytelling Conference, providing free creativity and business training for photographers! Where to find us: Julie Powell: Juliepowellphotography.com Jeff Sullivan: jeffsullivanphotography.com Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com and instagram.com/rpepper Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com and CalgaryPhotos.ca

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! This month we chat withphotographer and graphic designer Jesse Feyereisen. In our lively discussion Jesse is an open book, sharing great tips on how he's developed his creativity and discipline. He also discusses how he finds balance in his life between his photography craft, his day job, and his home life. Jesse Feyereisen is a photographer, graphic designer and digital creative from Wisconsin. To say he's versatile would be an understatement; he worked on everything from websites to print ads, video, photography, and more! After trying all sorts of genres of photography (from outdoors and wildlife, astrophotography, macro, product, etc.) he only recently discovered a new love for toy photography.And as a recent KelbyOne Photoshop Guru Award winner, his passion for the genre has only increased.You can check out his website here and say hi on Instagram here.   About your hosts Skip Cohen i

In Episode 1 of our Roundtable, our panel discusses their current interest in live events as well as how they are using social media.  Our featured topic is Lauri's post about using simple backgrounds.  This group's take on the subjects can sometimes be outside the box. Background article: https://photofocus.com/photography/using-what-you-have-on-hand-as-backgrounds/ Join us at the Visual Storytelling Conference, providing free creativity and business training for photographers! Thank you to our sponsor, Photomatix. Where to find us Lauri Novak: laurinovak.com and seewithlauri.com Ron Pepper: ronpepper.com and instagram.com/rpepper Rob Moroto: robmoroto.com and CalgaryPhotos.ca

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with photographer Bert Behnke. Bert shares what he's been doing to keep his photography business on track during these challenging times. We discuss: How Bert got started in the photography industry How he's staying focused and maintaining his business The role of education How he puts his portrait clients at ease during a photo session The dynamics of working with his wife on the photography business Upcoming ImagingUSA His upcoming programs Advice for photographers just starting out Bert can be found at BehnkePhoto.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 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@photofocu

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today, we chat with portrait photographer Kay Eskridge. Kay discusses how she's been serving her clients during the pandemic, as well as how she's taking care of herself and her family. We discuss: How Kay got started in the photography industry This is a teaser for the in-person program in January at Imaging USA Finding balance with her business and her family Opportunities to serve her clients during the pandemic How she's keeping her sanity during the pandemic Why taking care of mental health is so important for all of us Low hanging fruit for your business How she stays at the forefront of people's minds How her pet portraits are an untapped market during the pandemic Kay's advice for photographers just starting out Kay can also be found at ImagesbyKay.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

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with photographer, author, director and storyteller Joe McNally. Get ready to be inspired! --------------------------------------------------------------- We discuss: How Joe got started in the photograph industry Things he during his down time during the pandemic We discuss the new Nikon Z 9, the pro-level mirrorless camera, real-time autofocus tracking and speed  The Nikon Z 9's autofocus enhancements and enhanced video capabilities How he uses it out in the field, including his article discussing it His new book, the Real Deal, he wrote during the pandemic. Any advice for photographers just starting out You can find Joe McNally at: JoeMcNally.com 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 sub

Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with renowned photographer Art Wolfe’s as he celebrates his 70th birthday with the publication of his 124th book, Night on Earth! Check out Platypod.com, the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss: How Art got started in the industry The impact the pandemic has had on his photography career Photographers and artists he drew inspiration from The backstory behind his new book, Night on Earth, available on his website and Amazon The discipline it takes to consistently write books The role of relationship building when traveling Advice for photographers just starting out Art Wolfe can be found at: ArtWolfe.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. Have suggestions on future topi

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with portrait photographer Myron Fields. Get ready to be inspired! This episode is also a sneak peak into our Mind Your Own Business LIVE Imaging USA program in January 2021! We discuss: How Myron got started in the photography industry The importance of printed portraits over digital files How printed portraits can leave a powerful legacy Things he did to survive during the pandemic The importance of serving your clients Soft sell educational style of your website (educating the client) Advice for photographers just starting out You can find Myron at: Mfieldsphotography.com 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 MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDEA. Then write a brief description of yo

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with Arizona-based portrait and commercial photographer Allison Tyler Jones. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Allison got her start as a photographer What she did during the pandemic and survived The importance of developing your brand as a photographer Allison's program "The rework" , and how it's helping portrait photographers uniquely brand and confidently price their best work Why Allison's business focuses on being full service The importance of being uniquely YOU in your photography business Advice for photographers just starting out You can find Allison at: Atjphoto.com Atjphoto.com/photographers 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 MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS IDE

Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat about how to make the most out of the road to seasonality as we move into the fourth quarter for your photography business. We cover some great ideas about how to move your business forward, so be ready to take notes! Check out Platypod.com, the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss: Why now more than ever, your clients have a renewed sense of family, and how family portraits play a role Why you should stay in touch with your past clients The importance of being involved in your community How photographer Steven Gotz created coloring books for his clients with young children in order to lift their spirits. How a "portrait party" can be a great way to get your name out in the community. The importance of building a community calendar. The importance of your blog. How partnerships can revolut

Welcome to Mind Your Own Business, the podcast that helps photographers improve their business and their lives! Today we chat with New York based food photographer Andrew Scrivani about the food photography industry. Get ready to be inspired! We discuss: How Andrew got his unusual start in food photography The role of relationship building in his career Some of the biggest challenges he's faced in the food photography industry as it changes The role social media plays in building your business today The discipline it takes to right a book, and how he marketed it Why it's crucial to be easy to work with Exciting projects he's working on Any advice for photographers just starting out You can find Andrew at: AndrewScrivani.com His profile on SpeakEasy.com 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 MIND YOUR

Welcome to Beyond Technique, the podcast that empowers photographers to bring their businesses to the next level, brought to you by Platypod, Photofocus and Skip Cohen University. Today we chat with Ali Furtwangler from NowILayMeDowntoSleep.org (NILMDTS) about the massive impact photographers are having with grieving families via their organization. Check out Platypod.com, the world's most compact tripod for photographers! We discuss: Ali's journey that brought her to photography The importance of giving back to grieving families The massive impact of becoming a NILMDTS photographer The benefits of joining NILMDTS, as opposed to trying to do it on your own The myths of dealing with grieving families Recruiter volunteer month coming up in September How to get involved with NowILayMeDowntoSleep.org   Apply for FREE at: NowILayMeDowntoSleep.org/apply-Skip (Use the promo code SKIP)   Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts or questions in the comments section. We do our best to answe