It is no secret to the Stop Down Photography Podcast audience that I am a Beatles fan. The Fab Four entered my photographic orbit again this past week. I was driving, iTunes on shuffle, and (as has been known to happen) a Beatles song hit the speakers. It was Penny Lane - classic.
Penny Lane was a track on the Magical Mystery Tour album, a record chock full of solid songs. But… it’s not the album that got my photographic brain active. It is the made for television film of the same name.
The Magical Mystery Tour was the 3rd Beatles film. And it was not a success. Yet there are several connections to and lessons for photographers in this film. This is the topic for today’s podcast.
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Landscape photographers often want to capture nature unspoiled, the pristine landscape. But does including a human element improve your landscape photos?
Highs and lows are part of the pursuit of photography. Sometimes they happen in rapid succession.
Landscape photography requires patience. Yet there are things you can do in the field to streamline your workflow and be more productive.
The subjects you are willing to wait for is your insight into the type of photography you are passionate about.
I see these odd connections between super-assassin movies and photography. Stay with me … I’ll explain.
I value planning and pre-visualization, but plans themselves may not survive once in the field.
Resist the urge to postpose or cancel an outing because of inclement weather. Bad weather can make for good photos.
What do you consider “success” as a practicing photographer? If it’s your keeper rate, maybe you want to rethink that.
Preparing for a photo trip? Set an artistic goal or two before you step into the landscape.
I have 3 tips to share with you for better photos of the core of the Milky Way.