From Road Trip to Published Book with Justin Tedford

#492 In this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, I chat
with Justin Tedford, an insightful photographer specializing in
capturing the essence of old, abandoned structures. Today Justin
shares his journey of putting together a self-published photo
book, exploring the challenges of curating and arranging photos,
and taking a photo roadtrip. He also dives into the significance
of intention and connection with your subject matter.


THE BIG IDEAS



Embrace Emotional Connection: Engage deeply with your
subject to capture photos that evoke emotions and tell a story.


Value Quality over Quantity: Spend time refining your
shots instead of focusing on producing a large number of
images.


Adaptability is Key: Be flexible and adjust your
techniques based on the environment and light conditions you
encounter.


Curate Thoughtfully: Select and arrange your photos
carefully to create a cohesive and compelling visual narrative.



PHOTOGRAPHY ACTION PLAN



Experiment with Light: Shoot during different times of
the day to see how light affects your images. Use natural light
and reflectors to fill in shadows for better composition.


Curate Your Portfolio: Start by organizing your best
photos into a digital portfolio. Arrange them thoughtfully to
tell a coherent story or showcase varied styles.


Slow Down Your Process: Spend more time on each shot,
focusing on framing and composition. Analyze your photos
on-site to identify and correct any issues immediately.


Capture Emotion: Select subjects that evoke a strong
emotional response in you. Aim to tell a story through your
images rather than just capturing a scene.


Engage with the Community: Join photography groups like
the Beginner Photography Podcast Community to exchange tips and
get feedback. Participate in workshops to learn from other
experienced photographers.



Resources
Check out Justin Tedfords Website -
https://www.tedfordphoto.com/home
Follow Justin on Instagram -
https://www.instagram.com/jtedfordphoto


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https://perfectcamerasettings.com/


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Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at
https://beginnerphotopod.com/group

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https://perfectcamerasettings.com/




Thanks for listening & keep shooting!