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The Nerdy Photographer Podcast
Host Casey Fatchett brings an often humorous look at the photography industry, offering advice, telling stories, and interviewing working photographers - all while going on adventures with the crew of the starship Fibonacci. He's also sure to include just a little bit of useless information in every episode.
Episodes
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast191 - Until It Clicks: An Original Photography Horror Story
It's Halloween on the Nerdy Photographer Podcast, which means it's time for this year's photography horror story. A photographer editing alone in his locked…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast190 - The Bizarre True History of Spirit Photography: A Halloween Replay
This is a spooky-season re-release. Casey welcomes Dr. Emily Zarka, host of Monstrum on PBS Digital's Storyed channel, for a conversation about monster…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast189 - The Only One in the Room: Race, Respect, and Turning Bias into Fuel in Photography
In this episode, Casey Fatchett talks with nature and landscape photographer Vicky Thompson about her journey from a teenage film photographer to a respected…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast188 - Real Photographers, Real Scary Stories: A Halloween Replay
This is a spooky-season re-release of episode 76. Casey welcomes back photographer Jeremy Harris to react to scary and unexplained stories submitted by…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast187 - Turn Off Instagram: Building a Photography Style That's Actually Yours
Street and portrait photographer Tom Hoops joins us to talk about his unplanned path into photography, why he builds his portrait style around rawness instead…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast186 - Intentional Failure: The Photography Skill No One Teaches
Photography culture treats technical perfection as the goal and any deviation from it as failure. This episode argues that some of the medium's most resonant…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast185 - Tintypes, Roller Derby, and Rewriting Photography's Power Dynamics
Host Casey Fatchett talks with alternative process photographer Britt Bradley, known professionally as Nitrate Fox, about wet plate collodion photography, the…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast184 - Is Burst Mode Ruining Your Photography?
In this nerdlet, Casey makes the case for deliberately slowing down — and why the unlimited frame rates of modern cameras and phones may be quietly working…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast183 - Serendipity, Trust, and the Humanity Behind Every Photograph
In this episode, Casey Fatchett sits down with award-winning photographer Ari Espay, who splits his time between New York City and Santiago, Chile. Ari…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast182 - The Comparison Trap in the Instagram Age
You finish editing a photo you're proud of. You post it. Then you scroll — and within thirty seconds you feel like giving up. This episode explains exactly why…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast181 - Why Every Photographer Needs a Vision
What do you do when you've had two successful careers — and neither of them is the one you actually love? For David Hendley, the answer was waking up at 4:30…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast180 - Backup or Bust – Building a Digital Safety Net
Every single hard drive you own will eventually fail. Not might fail — will fail. It is just a matter of time. The photographers who lose irreplaceable work…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast179 - How to Create Portraits That Feel Raw, Honest, and Powerful
In this episode, I sit down with portrait photographer Betina LaPlante to explore the philosophy and practice behind her visceral, intimate portraiture. Topics…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast178 - The 10-Minute SEO Audit for Photographers
You can be an exceptional photographer and still be completely invisible to the clients actively searching for someone like you. Not because your work isn't…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast177 - Old Palaces and Glass Towers: Street Photography in Modern Seoul
In this episode, Casey speaks with photographer, filmmaker, and DePaul University professor James Choi, who returned to Seoul after 46 years away and came back…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast176 - Bit Depth Demystified: The Math of Color
You've probably been told you should shoot RAW. And I'm sure you've also thought - WHY? I'm just delivering a JPEG file anyway. What's inside a RAW file that…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast175 - Art Comes From the Soul: Analog, AI, and Authentic Portraits
Portrait photographer Craig Fleming has spent decades navigating the space between film and digital, celebrity commissions and working-class subjects, polish…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast174 - The "Why" Behind Your Aperture – Beyond the Bokeh
Many photographers learn aperture in two steps: wide for blur, narrow for sharpness. It's a reasonable starting point, but it skips the physics that actually…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast173 - Building What Didn't Exist: Creating Space for Black Women in Nature Photography
Nature photography is often associated with solitude, exploration, and connection to the outdoors. But for many photographers, especially Black women, entering…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast172 - The Power of Black & White: Your Photo Archive Through the Monochrome Lens
Most photographers have thousands, or even tens of thousands, of forgotten images sitting on hard drives. But what if some of your best work is already there…
The Nerdy Photographer PodcastColorizing an Icon - The Danziger Gallery's Moonrise Controversy
Some stories in the art world land with a quiet thud and then just keep reverberating louder and louder. The decision by Danziger Gallery to display, and sell…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast171 - Why Imperfection Is Becoming the Most Powerful Style in Photography
In a time when photography is more accessible, and more polished, than ever, something unexpected is happening: imperfection is making a comeback. In this…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast170 - From the Midwest to NYC With No Degree: A Self-Taught Photographer's Journey
What does it take to completely reinvent yourself as a photographer? In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, I sit down with photographer Steve…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast169 - Scrolling Ourselves Numb: Photography, Identity, and Social Media Addiction
Social media has completely reshaped what it means to be a visual storyteller. Images travel faster, reach wider audiences, and generate instant feedback, but…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast168 - Photographing What's Real: Film, Trust, and Truth
In an industry often driven by trends, shot lists, and repeatable formulas, wedding photographer John Dolan has built a career by doing the opposite: showing…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast167 - Is Photography Still a Viable Career? The Shifting State of the Industry
The photography industry isn't "dying." But it is changing, and it is doing so QUICKLY. In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, we talk with…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast166 - Casting Light and Shadow: Photography as a Modern Form of Magic
Is photography a form of magic? In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer, we explore how art transforms the unseen into something tangible. From photographing…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast165 - Wired Differently: Building a Freelance Photography Career While Neurodivergent
What does it really mean to be a neurodivergent freelancer in photography? In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer, we talk openly about ADHD, autism…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast164 - Beyond Hot Takes: Rethinking Dialogue and Discourse in the Photo Industry
The photography world is louder than ever - but are we actually listening? In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer, we explore why thoughtful conversation…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast163 - The Art of Light and Melanin: Photographing Black Subjects Beautifully
Lighting Black skin isn't complicated - but it is often taught wrong. In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer, we break down how to photograph darker skin…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast162 - Built to Last: Photography Business Moves That Build Longevity
Want to build a long, healthy, and profitable photography career? Wedding photography legend Ryan Brenizer reveals exactly how he's stayed at the top for…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast161 - Dust, Downbursts, and Drama: Storm Chasing in the American Southwest
The American Southwest monsoon season is one of the most dramatic weather events on Earth, and landscape photographer Jake Case is right in the heart of it. In…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast160 - End of Year Reflections: Gratitude, Growth, and Goals
It's been a record-breaking year for The Nerdy Photographer Podcast! In this special episode, I take a moment to reflect on the incredible growth we've…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast159 - Clout vs. Craft: How Online Negativity Stunts Photography Growth
Tired of seeing photographers bash others online just to gain clout? In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, we tackle the trend of newer…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast158 - Heart Versus Hardware: Keeping Humanity in Photography's Future
As AI and automation transform photography, one question keeps coming up: how do we keep the humanity in our images? In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast157 - Purpose, Not Purchase: Surviving the Holiday Marketing Blitz
Every year, as the holidays approach, photographers are bombarded with ads promising that the next lens, light, or gadget will finally take their work to the…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast156 - The Big Pivot: Rebranding Your Photography Career for New Opportunities
Thinking about pivoting your photography business? Rebranding can feel risky, but it may be the key to unlocking new opportunities. In this episode of The…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast155 - Beyond Trends: Building a Genuine Presence as a Photographer
Tired of feeling like you have to follow every social media trend to get noticed? Authenticity wins. In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, we talk…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast154 - Creative Vision - An Original Story of Photography Horror
What happens when a photographer starts to lose his vision - but not in the way he thinks? In this chilling Halloween episode of The Nerdy Photographer…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast153 - Structure & Spontaneity: Realizing Your Vision While Staying Flexible
Want to take better photos? The secret isn't just planning every detail or just winging it. Great photography comes from balancing structure with spontaneity…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast152 - Reps, Sets, and Shutter Clicks: Building Photography Skills Like an Athlete
Want to get better at photography faster? Stop waiting for inspiration and start training like an athlete. In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, I…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast151 - Drone Like a Pro: Tips, Tools & Rules for Aerial Photographers
In this episode of the Nerdy Photographer Podcast, we're taking to the skies—literally. I sat down with award-winning photographer and author Chase Guttman…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast150 - Behind the Scenes, Ahead of the Curve: The Power of Learning as a Photography Assistant
Ever wish you could get paid to get a behind-the-scenes look at the photography industry? That's exactly what being a photography assistant offers. In this…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast149 - Seasoned but Still Learning: Experience, Doubt, and Staying Sharp
Ready to sit down with one of the most acclaimed names in the wedding photography world? On this episode of the podcast, we have the amazing Susan Stripling…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast148 - Creative Vision vs. Client Needs: Navigating Artistic and Consumer Photography
Ever find yourself navigating the divide between artistic expression and commercial work. How do you balance the two? In this episode, we dive deep into the…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast147 - First Frames: Giving Refugee Children an Artistic Voice
In this powerful episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, we sit down with documentary filmmaker Ilie Mitaru to discuss his deeply moving film First Frames…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast146 - Visual Legacy: The Power of Photography in Safeguarding Indigenous Traditions
Photography has the power to capture more than just moments - it can preserve cultures, tell untold stories, and honor traditions. In this episode, we're…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast145 - Old Gear is Still Good Gear
In an industry obsessed with specs, megapixels, and the latest mirrorless marvels, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that your photos will only be as…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast144 - Nature, Mind, and Lens: Photography, Preservation, and Mental Wellness
Nature and landscape photography offer more than just stunning images—they can play a powerful role in conservation and mental well-being. In this episode, we…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast143 - Does Technical Knowledge Still Matter in Photography?
In a world where smartphones come with portrait modes and AI can auto-enhance your images, it's easy to assume that mastering the technical side of photography…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast142 - The Photographer's Playbook: Secrets to Elevate Your Photography Game
Want to take your photography and your business to the next level? It's not always about buying the latest gear - sometimes, it's the little-known tricks and…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast141 - Photoshop and Lightroom Alternatives: Exploring Your Photo Editing Options
For years, Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom have dominated the photo editing world, setting the gold standard for photographers and digital artists. However, in…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast140 - Profit & Passion: How to Run a Photography Business Without Losing Your Creativity
All photographers dream of creating amzing, meaningful work - but let's be real, the bills also need to get paid. They're not going away just because we want…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast139 - Copyright and Intellectual Property Refresher
In the age of right-click and repost, it's easy to forget that every image on the internet was created by someone -someone who owns the rights to it. Whether…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast138 - Hustling as a Photographer: How to Build Influence and Maintain Success
As photographers, we know that talent alone isn't always enough - you have to get in the room where the decisions are made. Whether it's landing that dream…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast137 - Shooting for Yourself: The Freedom of Staying a Hobbyist Photographer
In a world where turning every passion into a side hustle is the norm, there's something refreshing about keeping photography as a pure, unpressured hobby. In…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast136 - The Reverent Photographer: Balancing Art, Respect, and Storytelling
In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, we had the privilege of sitting down with photographer Alex Bogaard, whose work is as much about connection…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast135 - Failing Forward: Embracing Mistakes to Grow as a Photographer
Let's talk about failure. Whether it's a botched shoot, a forgotten memory card, a client who wasn't thrilled, or simply not nailing the vision you had in your…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast134 - Framing History: Pete Souza on Photographing the Presidency and a Changing Media Landscape
Few photographers have had the privilege of documenting history as closely as Pete Souza. As the Chief Official White House Photographer for both the Reagan…
The Nerdy Photographer Podcast133 - From Vision to Completion: Strategies for Starting and Finishing Long-Term Photography Projects
Sometimes it can feel difficult coming up with ideas for your photography projects. Well, this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast is all about diving…