The Photographer's Journey

Kevin is an adventure photographer covering everything from mountain bikes, snorkeling, wildlife, and a little bit of storm chasing. He also dabbles in drone photography a little bit. He keeps his Instagram page Florida specific to give people a different view of the state that you don't normally see. Check out his work on his page: https://www.instagram.com/kevingiese/ We also have a video version of this podcast if you prefer that: https://youtu.be/iuNx_27VH5M Follow Us! https://www.instagram.com/photographers_journey_podcast/

If you want a wedding photographer in Miami, Spencer Schau is your man! I spent some time with him vlogging around Miami (Brickwell, technically) and we managed to sneak in a quick podcast. Listen to our thoughts on the changing landscape of social media and how to make it as 'pro' photographer.  Book a Session with Spencer: https://theschau.com/ The Schau Channels:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwQuP8n8SxILS6-Er3iW51Q  https://www.instagram.com/theschauphotography/ Video Version of the Podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8s4oL1RyzQjsKCxAUrKdIteTMiZ7Xd6C

Paul Cook of PC3 Photos shares his secrets to great landscape photography. We talk about broken gear, starting on youtube, photographing a space x launch, and much more! Check out more of Paul's work: https://www.youtube.com/c/pc3photos https://www.instagram.com/pc3photos/ https://www.facebook.com/Pc3Photos Get his prints here https://www.pc3photos.com/ Follow Us for more behind-the-scenes content! https://www.instagram.com/photographers_journey_podcast/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgwjhpmA1D5iesEfX449xRQ

Tone Cruz is a Street Photographer based in St. Pete, Fl. He helps spread awareness of the homeless problem with his photos and give back to the community whenever he can. See more of Tones work!  https://www.instagram.com/theirfacez/

Michael O’Leary is a Disabled Veteran that struggles with PTSD and uses Photography as a way of coping and expressing feelings, thoughts and stuck points of his past. Check out his work https://www.instagram.com/bigairphotoandfilm/ https://bigairphotoandfilm.com/ Subscribe to his Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg6Bq8Yni3oxxYCEd5JqHaA/featured Veteran Suicide Awarness https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IS_85V1Fc04 OPERATION: ART OF VALOR Lead by veteran and photographer, Michael O’Leary, you will have an opportunity to meet and learn with like minded veterans. Photography is a powerful tool for self care and developing community. Our group will meet weekly or more to discover local places to photograph. There we can share, learn about cameras, photography and life. No photography experience required, just a desire to find some peace. National Suicide Number 1-800-273-8255 Veterans Suicide Hotline  1-800-273-8255

It is important not to get too comfortable in this craft. Shandy Gregg makes sure to do just that. He is a well versed photographer that has experience shooting in all areas such as people, landscapes, wildlife and weather. In this episode he discusses his journey from Navy, to Assistant Principal, to Photographer. We also talk about what we do outside of photography to help keep our passion for it alive. You can see his work at the links below Book a session with Shandy Gregg today! https://shandy-gregg-photography.business.site/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shandygreggphotography/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/shotsbyshandy/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/milesmassey/?hl=en Follow our instagram for all the latest updates! https://www.instagram.com/photographers_journey_podcast/?hl=en

Today I chat with Norah Roberts. A former software engineer that had to relearn simple tasks after a bad accident who uses photography to find beauty in the world and stay positive through all odds. If you are thinking about starting photography or have just been lacking the motivation, her stories will inspire you to pick up that camera again. Even if it's just your phone. Check out here work on her accounts below! https://www.instagram.com/perfectlyimperfectpix/ https://www.instagram.com/perfectlyimperfectphotos/

We could all use some positivity right now, and my guest Sam brings the positivity in full force! She is originally from New York and moved to Florida after falling in love with the beaches here. She is a great all around photographer but loves to focus on the beach. It is her happy place and where you will see most of her pictures from.  You can find her work here: https://www.instagram.com/beachdaywithsam/

Nick Ledford is a father of four who enjoys photography in his free time. It is his escape from the stress of the world. He started the Florida Photographers Project, a blog which highlighted local photographers, very similar to this podcast. He is an anti-gear head who uses only the things he needs to produce quality images. We discuss that and more on this episode on the podcast! See his work at https://www.instagram.com/flphotonick/ https://500px.com/nickolasledford

Welcome to the first episode! I talk with local photographers [in Florida] to find out the reasons they are so passionate about their craft and/or job. In this episode I speak with Vik, a great nature photographer who spends each weekend at Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland mastering his craft. He found a sense of calm through using the camera after his dad's passing and feels a connection to him when he is out taking photos. You can see more our work here: https://www.instagram.com/nv_photography_nv/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/milesmassey/ Check out the video version for some exclusive content! https://youtu.be/xOKiNwBtz9U