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How does someone go from the strictest of photographic arts – photojournalism – to building a body of work based on one of the most abstract forms of photography there is?I’m pleased to welcome Kaisa Siren to the conversation. From her home base in the Arctic Circle, Kaisa has explored both far afield and close to home. We chat about how she realized ICM as a way to balance her creative energy, making images with intention, and how ICM helps to make the invisible visible.Kaisa is a photographic artist and makes her soul landscape visible with Intentional Camera Movement using northern sceneries of Finland as her backdrop. She focuses on themes related to the seasons of Lapland, and the sensitivity of nature. She lives in row·vuh·nee·eh·mee, at the Arctic Circle in Lapland, Finland, where she works as a freelance photographer. She is widely published in various Finnish magazines and newspapers and has had several solo and group exhibitions in Finland, Sweden, Denmark, New York , Scotland and Germany. She has been a regular contributor to the ICMPhotoMag from its very beginning. She is a co-founder of ICMPhotomag Network Community and ICM Photo Academy, and teaches courses on ICM photography, both in person and on-line, and has been a co-leader of New Beginnings workshops from the start in 2021.ICM Photo Magazine Network: https://www.icmphotomag.network/Connect with Kaisa:http://www.artistkaisasiren.comhttp://www.instagram.com/icm_kaisasiren/https://www.facebook.com/KaisaSiren/Socials:http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotohttps://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyAcknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio

Ready for something a bit different that might make you rethink having people - or even yourself - in the frame? I'm joined by Sara Kushner, and we talk about how she got started putting herself in the frame, why her work can't be classified as glorified selfies, and what emotional, logistical, and technical aspects you want to consider if you're thinking about trying out self-portraiture.Even if you have no interest in putting yourself in front of the camera, you're still going to hear wisdom that will be useful when you are behind the camera.(PS: I had the delightful experience of meeting Sara at the Winter Women's Photography Conference in Estes Park, Colorado in early February. She's just as charming in person as she is online!)Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2upzRyM4fHQ&list=PLaUQ33Eh9FrrOXCUorA4Co5JrOKDbhNZJ&index=1&t=69sSara Kushner is an environmental self-portrait photographer on a mission to make life a bit more playful. Through her lens, she celebrates the beauty of self-expression, body acceptance, and authenticity, inviting others to see the world in a new light. Her whimsical, vibrant self-portraits reflect her deep commitment to joy and her appreciation of the natural spaces in which she creates. Sara hopes her work will inspire others to embrace their true selves beyond societal expectations, while appreciating and celebrating the unparalleled beauty found in nature.BONUS: Discount code on Sara's limited edition prints: PIXELS5Connect with Sara:http://sarakushner.comhttp://sarakushner.com/shophttp://instagram.com/sara_at_playhttp://zesty-nutrition.comDid you find this video valuable? Here's how you can help!Every like, comment, subscribe, and share helps this channel grow and benefit photographers everywhere. You can also show your appreciation and support by buying me a chai ☕️ (http://buymeacoffee.com/bethbuelow) or purchasing a YT Super Thanks (click/tap the three dots near the Like button for the option). All proceeds go to my video editor 😂 Thank you so much! 💙Socials:Website: http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotoBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/bethbuelow.bsky.socialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio

When it comes to improving our photography, we often focus on a few areas: our creative vision, our technical and processing skills, and our gear. Those are all important, but they’re missing a critical element: YOU. In this conversation with Alister Benn, we talk about what it means to bring yourself to your photography, his evolution into creating autobiographical images, and what role story and context play in how we present our work. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Uc69DhHLFkAlister Benn is a renowned landscape photographer, educator, and author, celebrated for his innovative approach to night photography and expressive, minimalist landscapes. His work often emphasizes mood, emotion, and the intimate connection between the natural world and human experience. Through his artistic and educational endeavors, Alister Benn has inspired photographers around the globe to connect deeply with their craft and the natural world.CONNECT WITH ALISTERhttp://expressive.photography/http://www.youtube.com/@Alister_Bennhttp://www.instagram.com/alister_benn/Printed Book, Out of Darkness: https://expressive.photography/out-of-darkness-home/eBooks: https://expressive.photography/education/Workshops: https://expressive.photography/workshops/Socials:http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotohttps://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorSound Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio

We have a million ways to plan out every aspect of our photography time, but my guest today invites us to leave room for the unexpected and in doing so, to be open to what pulls at our eyes and hearts.Wendy Bagnall is a photographic artist who lives in England. The natural landscape is the inspiration behind her work, which is an interpretation of what she sees. Wendy’s approach is unrestrictive and often with an abstract quality, augmenting the light, texture and topography of the landscape, creating pieces that aim to evoke an emotional connection with the viewer. http://www.wendybagnall.comhttps://www.instagram.com/wendybagnall_/Resources recommended by Wendyhttps://www.seantucker.photography/the-meaning-in-the-making (be sure to subscribe to Sean's outstanding YT channel, too! https://www.youtube.com/c/seantuckerphoto )Rachael Talibart: https://www.instagram.com/rachaeltalibart/Valda Bailey: https://www.instagram.com/valda_bailey_art/Vivian Maier: https://www.vivianmaier.com/Ellis O'Conner: https://www.instagram.com/ellisoconnor/Did you find this video valuable? Here's how you can help!Every like, comment, subscribe, and share helps this channel grow and benefit photographers everywhere. You can also show your appreciation and support by buying me a chai ☕️ (http://buymeacoffee.com/bethbuelow) or purchasing a YT Super Thanks (click/tap the three dots near the Like button for the option). All proceeds go to my video editor 😂 Thank you so much! 💙Socials:Website: http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotographyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio

Michael Pach's decades of experience and adventures shine through in his thoughts on what it means to be creative, practicing mindfulness, the appeal—and sometimes challenges—of astrophotography, and forming relationships with whatever we point our camera at.Mike Pach, owner of 3 Peaks Photography & Design, is an internationally known, award-winning photographer, speaker and author with more than 40 years of experience in photography. He is on the board of DarkSky Colorado, the founder of the Colorado Photography Learning Group and has been teaching photography and Photoshop classes since 2007. Mike is the author of "Colorado Springs Then and Now," and he conducts night-sky photography workshops. He is a former aerospace engineer with a Bachelor of Science degree from St. Louis University and an MBA from Maryville University. Mike is also an ambassador for Move Shoot Move, is a NiSi reseller and has a retail website called AdventureCam Photo (http://adventurecamphoto.com) Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/B0Bs4QAXjwI?si=GMKJQ21erMTaNGPhRecommended App:PhotoPills: https://www.photopills.com/Connect with Mike:Main Website: https://3peaksphoto.com/Workshops: https://3peaksphoto.com/westcliffeworkshops/ and https://3peaksphoto.com/paintminesworkshops/Book: https://3peaksphoto.com/cos150/Same Tree Different Day (365-day project): https://3peaksphoto.com/stdd/Classes (next round begins Jan 2025): https://3peaksphoto.com/classes/photography-class/Colorado Photography Learning Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cplg1Every like, comment, subscribe, and share helps this channel grow and benefit photographers everywhere. You can also show your appreciation and support by buying me a chai ☕️: http://buymeacoffee.com/bethbuelow Thank you so much! 💙Socials:http://www.bethbuelowphotography.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphotoAcknowledgements:Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.comMusic Composed by musicdoctor: https://audiojungle.net/user/musicdoctor/portfolio

What makes someone a photographer, and who decides? Shanda Akin has experienced a journey from the air force to the arts and has lots to share about how we see ourselves as photographers. Her love of learning is our good fortune, as we talk about valuable lessons she’s picking up in her pursuit of a Master of Arts in Photography, how we can make sublime images, and the power of projects to spark our creativity.Learn more about the Women’s Winter Photography Conference, hosted by the Outdoor Photo Alliance, February 6-9, 2025, in Estes Park, Colorado. You can get $100 off your registration fee by entering PIXELS100 at checkout: https://www.outdoorphotoalliance.comResources Mentioned + More Shanda!Heather Evans Smith : https://www.heatherevanssmith.com Tom Chambers: https://www.tomchambersphoto.com David Maisel: https://davidmaisel.com Todd Hido: http://www.toddhido.com Michael Kenna: https://www.michaelkenna.com Another great YouTube channel is Linda Nickell's Happiness Hour. She's interviewed Shanda a couple of times: https://youtu.be/8QW59eY3U_M?si=YnuNscZ_3OmqsGvS and https://youtu.be/Rqcmrk82D8Q?si=FxlS6Njc5oRxse_O Socials: Website: http://www.bethbuelowphotography.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethbuelowphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethbuelowphotography LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbuelow/Acknowledgements: Inspired Creator Grants: http://www.naturephotographyclasses.com/inspired-creatorVideo Editor Alex Armitage: http://www.alexarmitage.com