Breaking Photography Rules to Level Up Your Skills with Louis Stevenson

#543 Louis Stevenson is a photographer based in Washington State.
Louis shares his journey in photography, which began in his
childhood when his father introduced him to shooting with
point-and-shoot cameras and later SLR film cameras. His renewed
enthusiasm for photography was sparked by capturing the solar
eclipse with his phone, which led him to pursue it more
seriously. The conversation dives into the transition from
shooting as a hobby to taking it professionally, with a unique
focus on race photography and youth sports. 


KEY TOPICS COVERED
Discovering Photography - Louis recounts his early
experiences with photography, highlighting the influence of his
father's documentation habits and his own desire to capture moments
for personal memory and storytelling.Pursuing Photography as a
Passion and Profession - The conversation outlines Louis's
transition from hobbyist to enthusiast, notably after the solar
eclipse event, pushing him to acquire a better understanding of
photographic techniques and equipment.Action Sports Photography
Techniques - Louis and Raymond discuss the intricacies involved
in photographing dynamic subjects such as motorcycles and youth
sports, emphasizing the importance of context, capturing action,
and the technical aspects of utilizing shutter speed and autofocus
efficiently.

IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS & CONCEPTS



Exposure Triangle: The relationship between ISO,
aperture, and shutter speed in achieving the correct exposure.


Documenting Action: The importance of providing context
and capturing dynamic moments to convey the intensity and story
of sports events.



DISCUSSION & REFLECTION QUESTIONS
How does your personal interest or hobbies influence your
approach to photography?What steps can you take to understand and
master the exposure triangle effectively?How can experimenting with
camera angles and dutch tilts enhance the storytelling in your
photography?

RESOURCES:
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https://stevensonfoto.com/
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https://www.instagram.com/stevensonfoto/


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Thanks for listening & keep shooting!