Landscape Photography World

Ep 133 - Photographing Irelands Amazing Landscapes with Darren J Spoonley

I'm joined this week by Darren Spoonley, a seasoned Irish landscape photographer, together we unpack his photographic journey, sparked at the age of 12, developing film and receiving his first camera. Specializing in landscapes and seascapes, Darren captures the perpetual beauty and unpredictability of nature. Beyond photography, he hosts a Youtube channel and an Irish photography podcast, connecting with talented individuals. 
Darren's mindful approach involves savouring nature's freedom, allowing meticulous composition consideration. As the founder of the 'Munster Landscape Photographers Ireland' group, he fosters a community of enthusiasts, organizing meet-ups and competitions. Acknowledged by the Irish Photographic Federation, Darren remains committed to capturing and sharing the timeless beauty of the Irish landscape. 
We explore his creative journey, personal branding, overcoming creative blocks, and humorous controversies, providing insights into his unique photographic style and business management.
I hope you enjoy the show!  
You can find Darren’s work here:
Website: https://www.darrenjspoonley.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@darrenjspoonley
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrenjspoonleyphoto/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darrenjspoonleyphoto
 
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
 
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
 
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
 
#podcast #landscapephotography #ireland #irishlandscapes youtuber

Ep 132 - Kenneth LeRose Nightscapes and Nomadic Lifestyles

Kenneth LeRose, a nomadic full-time photographer and educator, embarks on a photographic journey, sharing insights into his passion for capturing nature's beauty. Hosting numerous workshops across the country, Kenneth views photography as a free-flowing expression of creativity, emphasizing growth through teaching. 
 
Kenny delves into his nomadic lifestyle, residing in an airstream for six years, and how his background in modelling and bodybuilding influenced his transition to landscape photography. He advocates for exploring non-iconic, less-visited places and cherishing spontaneity in photography. We talk about Kenny's unique teaching philosophy and the impact of social media on photography. He accompanies his Instagram images with poetry showcasing how one creative outlet can inspire another, adding another layer to his artistic expression. 
 
I hope you enjoy the show!  
 
You can find Kenneth’s work here:
Website: https://krlphotoworkshops.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krl_photo
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KRLPhoto
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/KennethLerose
 
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
#podcast #landscapephotography #nightscapes #astrophotography #nomadic lifestyle 

Ep 131 - Stormchasing and Drone Photography with Vaughan Laws

Vaughan Laws, a Melbourne-based landscape and weather photographer, discusses his photography journey from capturing family moments with a DSLR in 2013 to delving into light painting and macro photography.
 
Transformed by summer storms over Port Phillip Bay, Vaughan's focus shifted to landscape and weather photography. Embracing drone technology, he explores unique perspectives from the sky, always aiming for improvement and innovation.
 
Vaughan's work, featured in prominent media outlets and social media, recently gained international recognition with licensing by Fox News Weather.
 
Vaughan shares insights into his evolving approach, passion for weather photography, and concerns about AI's impact on the art. He emphasizes the community-building aspect of running Melbourne Storm Chasers with his friend Nick and discusses the challenges of balancing photography costs with daily life.
 
I hope you enjoy the show!  
 
You can find Vaughan's work here:
Website: https://vaughanlawsphotography.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaughanlawsphotography
Twitter: https://twitter.com/VLphotographyAU
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaughanlawsphotography
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vaughanlawsphotography
 
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
 
#podcast #landscapephotography #weatherphotography #dronephotography #stormchasing 

Ep 130 - Megan Maloney on Capturing New Zealands Stunning Natural Beauty

Megan Maloney, a devoted lover of New Zealand, expresses her deep passion for the country through captivating landscape photography. Her journey began with a family blog, evolving into a profound connection with the outdoors. Relocating from Wellington to Cambridge in 2015, Megan explored the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and Coromandel, uncovering hidden gems. Enthusiastic about sunrises, sunsets, waterfalls, and reflections, she traversed the length of NZ, from Northland to the Catlins, to share the essence of the land. As a Sony NZ Digital Imaging Advocate, Megan collaborates with Sony to build a community of photographers, offering landscape photography workshops and events. Her ultimate goal is to inspire others to experience the beauty of these locations and enhance their landscape photography skills for breathtaking images.
In this episode,  we discuss the story of her photography journey from being a blogging mom to a full-time professional landscape photographer in New Zealand. Sharing her experiences trekking and traveling, Megan discusses setting personal and professional goals, learning through patience and failure, and the importance of embracing and adapting to technological changes in the field. Megan also touches on keeping a healthy balance between work, photography, and family life, and provides insightful advice to new photographers.
I hope you enjoy the show!  
You can find Megan’s work here:
Website: https://www.meghanmaloneyphotography.co.nz/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghanmaloneyphotography/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meghanmaloneyphotography/
Pintrest: https://www.pinterest.nz/meghanmaloney1/
 
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
#podcast #landscapephotography #newzealand #naturephotography #naturalbeauty

Ep 129 - Youtube & Landscape Photography with Mali Davies

Mali Davies, a multi-talented photographer and YouTuber, dives into the transformative power of photography in his life. As a passionate creator, he shares his art and inspiration, fostering a positive community through platforms like social media and workshops. 
For Mali, photography is a spiritual journey, providing a profound connection to nature and a medium for self-expression since childhood. In the last five years, his content creator journey on YouTube, especially in Landscape Photography, propelled him to print his work, launch a website, and venture into podcasting. 
Mali's eclectic photography style reflects experimentation and self-expression. Join us as we discuss his graphic arts background, drawing parallels between photography and music, exploring societal influences of photography, along with lots more!
I hope you enjoy the show!  
You can find Mali’s work here:
 
Website: https://maliphotography.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malidaviesphotography
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaliDaviesphoto/
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/malidaviesphoto
Flikr: https://flickr.com/people/malidaviesphoto
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/maliphotography
 
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
#podcast #landscapephotography #naturalphotpgraphy #youtuber #photography 

Ep 128 - Julia Megan Vaughan talks about the Therapeutic Benefits of Nature Photography

Julia Vaughan, raised amid Vermont's scenic beauty, found her passion for photography from her first 35mm camera. Now based in Portland, Oregon, she captures moments in nature that bring joy and serenity. 
Witnessing glorious sunsets, the vast night sky, or a bee on a flower makes her come alive. Julia shares these moments through her images, aiming to evoke wonder and connection. As a photographer, she offers fine art nature prints, infusing homes with the planet's beauty. Her work, born from a love for outdoor adventures, displays special places and moments, embodying the magic found in nature's details.
We discuss  her experiences moving from Vermont to moving to Portland, Oregon via the San Francisco Bay Area, the therapeutic influence photography has had on her life and how this art has become her coping mechanism against stress. 
I hope you enjoy the show!  
You can find Julia’s work here:
Website: https://www.juliamegan.photography/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliameganphotography/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliameganphotography
Vero: https://vero.co/juliameganphotography
 
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
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Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
#podcast #landscapephotography #theraputicbenfits #photography #naturephotography

Ep 127 - Photographing Australias Wilderness Solo with Dylan Toh

Dylan Toh, a landscape photographer and general physician based in Adelaide, Australia. Dylan discusses his journey from moving to Australia in 1983 to his present pursuit of photography as a hobby. 
Sharing his passion for hiking and exploring nature with his wife Marianne and family.  They started Everlook Photography with a mission to present hyper-realistic versions of the landscapes they encounter during their travels. 
On his solo wilderness journeys, Dylan captures remarkable images, focusing on presenting nature's beauty rather than creating artistically manipulated scenes. 
We cover Dylan's introduction to and development in photography, his experiences in capturing landscapes, his preparation for shoots, and his insights on wilderness photography.
I hope you enjoy the show!
You can find Dylan’s work here:
Website: https://www.everlookphotography.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everlook_photography/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/everlookphotography
 
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
#podcast #landscapephotography #wildernessphotography #AustralianWilderness #hobbyphotography

Ep 126 - Sarah Marino's Diverse Landscape Photography

Sarah Marino is a Colorado based photographer known for her intimate landscape and botanical photography.  Sarah's photo portfolio features a diverse range of subjects including grand landscapes, intimate landscapes, abstract renditions of nature, and creative portraits of plants. 
Her approach is seeking opportunities in any landscape, finding joy in photographing nature’s small scenes, and a style of photography focused on exploration and connecting with nature. In addition to making photos, Sarah's goals are to provide helpful information through her workshops that inspires others to become better, more creative, and happier photographers while promoting stewardship and the conservation of wild places.
We talk about her passion for the outdoors and how it influences her work as a landscape photographer, how her prior non-profit and consulting work has played a role in her current photography business, and her focus on conservation and advocacy for environmental issues along with a lot more!
I hope you enjoy the show!
You can find Sarah’s work here:
Website: https://smallscenes.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmarinophoto/
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/SMarinoPhoto
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarah5280/
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sarahmarinophoto
 
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
#podcast #landscapephotography #intimate_landscapes ##abstractlandscapephotography

Ep 125 - Travel & Landscape Photography from Ships Photographer to Ukraine & the UK with Jason Row

This week we explore the multifaceted journey of UK-based travel and landscape photographer, Jason Row. From capturing life's vibrant hues to navigating the complexities of war and displacement, Jason's work is a testament to his diverse experiences.
From his first job at 17 to cruising the world as a ship’s photographer and living in Ukraine until the coming of the war, Jason shares his unique perspective on image creation. 
In this episode, he shares insights into his take on the future of photography with evolving AI technology, how he takes a more considered approach to his photography along with a lot more!  
I hope you enjoy the show!
 
You can find Jason's work here:
Website: https://www.jasonrowphotography.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonrowphoto/
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jasonrowphoto
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JasonRowPhotography
Vero: https://vero.co/jasonrowphoto
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jasonrowphoto
 
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
 
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
 
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
 
#podcast #landscapephotography #travelphotography #photography 
 
 

Ep 124 - Matt Palmer on Alpine Landscape Photography in the Victorian High Country

Matt Palmer is an award-winning photographic artist based in Alpine Victoria. Passionate about our natural world, and photographs that tell a story or establish a sense of place, Matt has won over 200 awards across documentary and landscape photography categories.
Matt runs the Alpine Light Gallery located in Bright, Victoria with his partner, landscape photographer Mieke Boynton.
We cover future trends, exploring AI's role in photography and the significance of feedback in professional growth. 
I hope you enjoy the show!
 
You can find Matt's work here:Website: https://alpinelight.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpinelightgallery/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattPalmerPhoto
 
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
 
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
 
#podcast #landscapephotography #alpinephotography #MountainPhotography