The Healing Power of Authentic Photography with Alison Conklin

#496 In this episode, I chat with Wedding photographer Alison
Conklin, an incredibly resilient and passionate photographer
whose story truly redefines the art of capturing memories. Alison
opened up about her remarkable journey, from overcoming serious
health challenges to emphasizing the raw emotional authenticity
in her work. She shared some deeply personal experiences that
really highlight the importance of creating meaningful and
lasting images.


THE BIG IDEAS



Emotional Authenticity: Focus on capturing genuine
emotions over technical perfection; let the moments speak for
themselves and create timeless memories.


Personal Storytelling: Shoot from your own honest
perspective; this personal touch makes your work stand out and
resonate more with viewers.


Embrace Challenges: View setbacks and personal struggles
as experiences that can fuel your creativity and storytelling
in photography.


Celebrating Life: Use your camera as a tool to celebrate
and preserve life’s fleeting moments, making each photo a
heartfelt story.



PHOTOGRAPHY ACTION PLAN
Capture Real Moments: Spend time observing and
understanding people’s interactions at events. Focus on spontaneous
moments where genuine feelings are evident.Develop Personal
Style: Reflect on your life experiences and how they influence
your photography. Experiment with different angles and compositions
to see what uniquely resonates with you.Practice Empathic
Shooting: Spend time with your subjects and get to know their
stories before shooting. Create a comfortable atmosphere where
subjects feel relaxed and natural.Improve Observation
Skills: Photograph everyday life and practice noticing subtle
emotions and body language. Review your photos critically to
understand how these elements convey stories.Build Meaningful
Connections: Engage in conversations with clients to learn
their stories and what’s important to them. Use this knowledge to
tailor your approach, ensuring the photos reflect their unique
journey.

RESOURCES:Visit Alison Conklin's Website -
https://www.alisonconklin.com/
Follow Alison Conklin on Instagram -
https://www.instagram.com/alisonconklin


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