(#24) Why comparing yourself to other photographers is the fastest way to lose your mojo

Does it make you uncomfortable to call yourself a photographer? Today I’m diving into when it is and isn’t okay. Find the show notes here: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/blog/are-you-a-photographer   Want 5 fun projects that make you excited to pick up your camera and create unique results that people love? Sign up to our mailing list!  https://www.creativephotofolk.com/findyourmojo Learn how to make art with your camera to transform your photos from average to AMAZING: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/join Subscribe to receive our newest episode every week and if you're enjoying the podcast we'd appreciate your review!   Connect with Creative Photo Folk on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativephotofolk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativephotofolk

The curse of comparison. One of photography’s biggest mojo killers. In this episode I’m talking tips to avoid inadequacy by changing the way you look at your work in relation to others. Find the show notes here: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/blog/comparison   Want 5 fun projects that make you excited to pick up your camera and create unique results that people love? Sign up to our mailing list!  https://www.creativephotofolk.com/findyourmojo Learn how to make art with your camera to transform your photos from average to AMAZING: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/join Subscribe to receive our newest episode every week and if you're enjoying the podcast we'd appreciate your review!   Connect with Creative Photo Folk on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativephotofolk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativephotofolk

Instagram recently tweaked their algorithm to focus mainly on video and it's got a few people upset. Here’s what it means for photographers. Find the show notes here: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/blog/instagram   Sign up to our mailing list for 5 fun projects that make you excited to pick up your camera and create unique results that people love:  https://www.creativephotofolk.com/findyourmojo Become a member of Creative Photo Folk and learn how to make art with your camera to transform your photos from average to AMAZING: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/join Subscribe to receive our newest episode every week and if you're enjoying the podcast we'd appreciate your review!   Connect with Creative Photo Folk on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativephotofolk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativephotofolk

Do you have the photography curse where nothing ever goes right? Cos I sure do. Find the show notes here: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/blog/cursed   Have you lost your photography mojo? Sign up to our mailing list for 5 fun projects that make you excited to pick up your camera and create unique results that people love:  https://www.creativephotofolk.com/findyourmojo Become a member of Creative Photo Folk and learn to be more creative with your camera to transform your photos from average to AMAZING: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/join Subscribe to receive our newest episode every week. Enjoying the podcast? We'd appreciate your review!   Connect with Creative Photo Folk on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativephotofolk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativephotofolk

I’ve always been baffled by the obsession with camera gear. Here’s what you really need and what you don’t. Find the show notes here: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/blog/gearFind our gear guide here: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/gear-guide   WANT TO BE MORE CREATIVE WITH YOUR CAMERA?Join our FREE challenge, running 12-17 July, 2022.https://www.creativephotofolk.com/challenge Have you lost your photography mojo? Sign up to our mailing list for 5 fun projects that make you excited to pick up your camera and create unique results that people love:  https://www.creativephotofolk.com/findyourmojo   Become a member of Creative Photo Folk and learn to be more creative with your camera to transform your photos from average to AMAZING: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/join Subscribe to receive our newest episode every week. Enjoying the podcast? We'd appreciate your review!   Connect with Creative Photo Folk on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativephotofolk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativephotofolk

Has it been awhile since you picked up your camera? Losing your photography mojo is a disheartening and confusing time for many photographers. Here’s why it happens and what to do to reignite it. Have you lost your photography mojo? Sign up to our mailing list for 5 fun projects that make you excited to pick up your camera and create unique results that people love:  https://www.creativephotofolk.com/findyourmojo   WANT TO BE MORE CREATIVE WITH YOUR CAMERA?Join our upcoming FREE challenge, starting July 12, 2022.https://www.creativephotofolk.com/challenge Become a member of Creative Photo Folk and learn to be more creative with your camera to transform your photos from average to AMAZING: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/join Subscribe to receive our newest episode every week. Enjoying the podcast? We'd appreciate your review!   Connect with Creative Photo Folk on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativephotofolk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativephotofolk

There are dozens of creative photography techniques you can apply to every situation. Are you doing enough to make your photos stand out? Find the show notes here: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/blog/creativeideas   Want to be more creative with your camera? Join our upcoming FREE challenge, starting July 12, 2022.https://www.creativephotofolk.com/challenge Become a member of Creative Photo Folk and learn to be more creative with your camera to transform your photos from average to AMAZING: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/join Subscribe to receive our newest episode every week. Enjoying the podcast? We'd appreciate your review!   Connect with Creative Photo Folk on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativephotofolk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativephotofolk

As creators our work is often a reflection of ourselves so it can be really difficult to receive criticism without taking it personally, yet it’s absolutely vital to invite feedback if we wish to improve. Here’s how to navigate this tricky scenario. Find the show notes here: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/blog/criticism   Lost your photography mojo? Sign up to our mailing list for 5 fun projects that will get you excited to pick up your camera and create unique results that people love:  https://www.creativephotofolk.com/findyourmojo Join Creative Photo Folk and learn to be more creative with your camera to transform your photos from average to AMAZING: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/join Subscribe to receive our newest episode every week. Enjoying the podcast? We'd appreciate your review!   Connect with Creative Photo Folk on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativephotofolk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativephotofolk

The world is full of interesting subjects to photograph so why on earth would you turn the camera on yourself? In this episode I’m talking about why self-portraiture is one of the best things I’ve done for my photography and my self-confidence. Find the show notes here: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/blog/self-portraiture   Have you lost your photography mojo? Sign up to our mailing list for 5 fun projects that make you excited to pick up your camera and create unique results that people will love:  https://www.creativephotofolk.com/findyourmojo Join the Creative Photo Folk membership to be more creative with your camera for photographs that inspire and amaze: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/join Be sure to subscribe to receive our newest episode every week. Enjoying the podcast? We'd appreciate your review!   Connect with Creative Photo Folk on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativephotofolk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativephotofolk

There are many reasons why people lose their passion for photography but it all comes down to just one thing. You’ve lost sight of what makes photography magic. Find the show notes here: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/blog/what-makes-photography-magic   Have you lost your photography mojo? Sign up to our mailing list for 5 fun projects that make you excited to pick up your camera and create unique results that people will love:  https://www.creativephotofolk.com/findyourmojo Join the Creative Photo Folk membership to be more creative with your camera for photographs that inspire and amaze: https://www.creativephotofolk.com/join Be sure to subscribe to receive our newest episode every week. Enjoying the podcast? We'd appreciate your review!   Connect with Creative Photo Folk on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativephotofolk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativephotofolk