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So You Want to be a Photographer Podcast

Leading celebrity and portrait photographer Gina Milicia discusses how to get the most out of your photography, including all the gear and gadgets you need. She chats to photography enthusiast Valerie Khoo on how to pose people, scout the best locations, and more. Useful tips, practical advice – and even some gossip – to help you get ahead, behind the lens!

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9 August 2017

Ep 154: Street Photography tips with world renowned street photographer Valerie Jardin

Street photography is an art unto itself. It’s a lot more than simply sneaking in snaps when people aren’t noticing. If you want to capture a mood or really depict the essence of a place then you should learn from a master. That’s why we’ve invited world renowned street photographer Valerie Jardin onto the show....

2 August 2017

Ep 153: Snapshot: How to minimise the retouching of portraits and how much is too much?

When you’re retouching images, there is a fine line between making someone look fresh – and turning them into a cartoon. So how do you know when you have gone too far? And what can you do to minimise the amount of retouching you need to do – by capturing the right image in the...

1 August 2017

Ep 152: David Bergman photographs rock stars, presidents, A-list celebs and sporting legends

Who wouldn’t want to photograph rock stars, Presidents, A-list celebs and sporting legends? That’s exactly what David Bergman does. Not only has he photographed Obama, he’s also the official photographer for Bon Jovi (a fact that Val is still trying to process). In this episode, Gina and Valerie introduce you to David and chat about...

24 July 2017

Ep 151: Snapshot: Everything you need to know about working with telephoto and zoom lenses

A telephoto or zoom lens is an important addition to any photographer’s toolkit. But are you using your lens in the most effective way? When should you – or shouldn’t you – whip out this big boy (or girl)? It’s not just when you want a tighter shot. In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss...

19 July 2017

Ep 150: Acclaimed portrait photographer Billy Plummer on being self taught, and side entrances and success

In this episode, we meet acclaimed art director turned photographer Billy Plummer. Billy boasts major clients in his portfolio but also talks about the importance of shooting personal projects and how those projects have been instrumental in getting him work as a photographer. He discovered photography as a career later in life and is now...

16 July 2017

Ep 149: Snapshot: How to plan a model folio shoot

Inspired by a listener question (Hi, Danni!) this minisode is about how to plan a model folio shoot. If you need to do this – or you are building your portfolio through test shots – discover what you need to know in terms of what you need to do in order to plan your shoot,...

12 July 2017

Ep 148: How to create natural looking portraits

These days, everyone wants “natural looking” portraits. The trend in advertising, YouTube, editorial and Instagram is all about the natural look. Even the most traditionally corporate want this feel. But that doesn’t mean it’s super easy to snap. If you want to achieve a natural look that is technically correct, looks amazing, has the right...

10 July 2017

Ep 147: Snapshot: How to pose and shoot a large portrait shoot in hard sunlight

As photographers, sometimes the conditions we’re given to shoot in aren’t ideal. In this episode, Gina Milicia and Valerie Khoo answer a listener question about how to best tackle a group portrait shoot in hard sunlight. Gina and Valerie will show you what problems to be aware of when shooting in hard light and tips...

3 July 2017

Ep 146: How to find your photography niche

How do you find your niche as a photographer? It can be tempting to want to master many different types of photographic styles, but your success could actually lie in your specialisation. You might think you’re not limiting or pigeonholing yourself, but becoming known for a particular style or niche doesn’t mean that you can’t...

19 June 2017

Ep 145: Snapshot: How to blog as a photographer

As photographers, it can be easy to think that your pictures should speak for themselves. Well, that’s only true some of the time. If you want to use blogging to attract more clients, then you need an effective blogging strategy. In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss what the purpose of your blog is and...

14 June 2017

Ep 144: How to get paid to shoot what you love with special guest Christina Force

We interview Christina Force, a New Zealand based photo-consultant who works with photographers and agents worldwide. We chat to her about what it really takes to make a great portfolio that will get you the work you want – and much more. Gina and Valerie love bringing this podcast to you. Hope you enjoy the...

7 June 2017

Ep 143: Bad habits every photographer should ditch today – do you make them?

Over time, we can slip into some bad habits. Photography bad habits that is. And they can hold us back. In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss some bad habits and how to get over them. Do you recognise any in yourself? Gina and Valerie love bringing this podcast to you. Hope you enjoy the...

1 June 2017

Ep 142: Snapshot: Senior/teen portrait ideas and low light photography

There is a great market in senior portraits – for Aussies, this doesn’t mean elderly people, in the US it’s a thing. Portraits of high school seniors! In this minisode, Gina and Valerie discuss some great strategies on taking cool senior portraits. And they also look at … afterbirth! No just kidding. Not actual...

29 May 2017

Ep 141: Crank it up! Why every photographer should embrace high ISO

It’s time to crank up your ISO. In this episode, we dispel the myths about high ISO being noisy and grainy and show you what you need to do if you’re shooting this way. Gina and Valerie discuss the various situations where high ISO should be used (and it’s not just when there is low...

23 May 2017

Ep 140: Snapshot: How to deal with negative feedback about your photography

How to deal with negative feedback about your photography. When you start hanging out with other photographers, it can be easy to start the dangerous game of comparison. Worse is when you begin listening to the criticism from others, even if they mean it constructively. If you find that your confidence has been rocked, even...

18 May 2017

Ep 139: How to photograph the night sky with special guest, astrophotographer Michael Goh

If you want to take mind-blowing photographs of the stars and the night sky, you can’t go past the amazing work of astrophotographer Michael Goh. Whether you are taking time lapse shots or panoramic night-time landscapes, this award-winning photographer is generous with this tips on how to get the ideal photo. We chat to Michael...

16 May 2017

Ep 138: Snapshot: Refurbishing gear and should you show personal projects as folio?

In this minisode, Gina and Valerie discuss whether you should buy refurbished gear. And also whether you should use personal images in your professional portfolio. Ask your questions at [email protected] Hope you enjoy the podcast. Sign up to the newsletter for great tips and free Lightroom presets. Join the dynamic Gold Membership in our Community...

11 May 2017

Ep 137: How do you know if you are ready to start a photography business

So you’re into photography and think you might be able to earn some money from it. Whether you want to do it on weekends or full time, you need the right approach if you want to succeed. Gina and Valerie chat about how to get the right mindset, the essential steps you need to take,...

9 May 2017

Ep 136: Snapshot: Should you work for free and how to take your photography to the next level

When you’re starting out in photography, you can sometimes be offered opportunities in exchange for “exposure”. That is, your client doesn’t want to pay but promises that they will promote you in some other way. Should you do this? Gina and Valerie reveal their strategies. Also, we answer a listener question on how to take...

4 May 2017

Ep 135: How to use colour for maximum impact in photos

Choosing the right colour in your photographs isn’t just about wardrobe choice. You should also consider how the overall colour palette impacts your image, and also whether you can adjust any hues in post-production to achieve a show-stopping look. Gina and Valerie chat about what you need to be aware of, the importance of a...

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Podcast

So You Want to be a Photographer Podcast

All episodes

Ep 154: Street Photography tips with world renowned street photographer Valerie Jardin

Ep 153: Snapshot: How to minimise the retouching of portraits and how much is too much?

Ep 152: David Bergman photographs rock stars, presidents, A-list celebs and sporting legends

Ep 151: Snapshot: Everything you need to know about working with telephoto and zoom lenses

Ep 150: Acclaimed portrait photographer Billy Plummer on being self taught, and side entrances and success

Ep 149: Snapshot: How to plan a model folio shoot

Ep 148: How to create natural looking portraits

Ep 147: Snapshot: How to pose and shoot a large portrait shoot in hard sunlight

Ep 146: How to find your photography niche

Ep 145: Snapshot: How to blog as a photographer

Ep 144: How to get paid to shoot what you love with special guest Christina Force

Ep 143: Bad habits every photographer should ditch today – do you make them?

Ep 142: Snapshot: Senior/teen portrait ideas and low light photography

Ep 141: Crank it up! Why every photographer should embrace high ISO

Ep 140: Snapshot: How to deal with negative feedback about your photography

Ep 139: How to photograph the night sky with special guest, astrophotographer Michael Goh

Ep 138: Snapshot: Refurbishing gear and should you show personal projects as folio?

Ep 137: How do you know if you are ready to start a photography business

Ep 136: Snapshot: Should you work for free and how to take your photography to the next level

Ep 135: How to use colour for maximum impact in photos

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