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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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13 February 2019

Ep 234: Light painting with guest Denis Smith

What is light painting? This stunning photographic effect can be achieved with some simple hacks. The master of light painting, Denis Smith, is the guest on the podcast this episode. You’ll not only discover his secrets behind this stunning technique, you’ll also learn about his fascinating journey into photography. Gina and Valerie hope you enjoy...

6 February 2019

Ep 233: How to shoot Food photography like a pro with guest Joanie Simon

There’s more to shooting food than getting a good Instagrammable shot. In this episode, we speak to food photographer Joanie Simon who reveals her tips on how to photograph food and how to use artificial light to your best advantage. Gina and Valerie hope you enjoy the podcast. Sign up to the newsletter for great...

30 January 2019

Ep 232: Ready to start a photography business? Here are some common mistakes to avoid.

Whether you want a fully fledged photography business or a side hustle, there are some important factors you need to consider if you want to get paid for your shots. In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss the mistakes you should avoid in order to create a thriving creative business. Gina and Valerie hope you...

16 January 2019

Ep 231: What are the biggest photography trends for 2019?

What are the big trends in photography for 2019? And which ones should you incorporate into your own work? In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss what you needs to be aware of and much more! Gina and Valerie hope you enjoy the podcast. Sign up to the newsletter for great tips and free Lightroom...

9 January 2019

Ep 230: From personal projects to a book deal with Craig Wetjen

Meet Craig Wetjen, an award-winning professional photographic artist and a best-selling author with 33 years in the photography industry. Craig started his photographic career shooting for local newspapers in Connecticut, USA. He went on to work for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory before moving to Australia where in he established Melbourne’s RMIT University’s first digital imaging...

2 January 2019

Ep 229: The fine art of documentary photography with guest Niki Boon

We talk to documentary photographer Niki Boon. A former physiotherapist, mother and self-taught photographer, living with her family in rural Marlborough New Zealand. However, her photography has gained an international audience. Gina and Valerie love bringing this podcast to you. Hope you enjoy the podcast. Sign up to the newsletter for great tips and free...

26 December 2018

Ep 228: Best photography lessons from 2018

We close out the year with the best photography lessons from 2018. Happy holidays to all our listeners and have a brilliant start to 2019! Gina and Valerie love bringing this podcast to you. Hope you enjoy the podcast. Sign up to the newsletter for great tips and free Lightroom presets. Join the dynamic Gold...

19 December 2018

Ep 227: How to photograph small, medium and large events for beginners and pros

Photographing an event can be something small and informal like a child’s birthday or family gathering to more formal like an engagement wedding, charity fundraiser, PR product launch or corporate event. Photographing events looks and sound easy but this is probably one of the most challenging niches for a photographer. It’s often the first professional...

12 December 2018

Ep 226: 100 strangers project with guest Vijay Britto

Gina and Valerie love bringing this podcast to you. 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 which delivers monthly tutorials, live mastermind and lots of behind the scenes videos into the creative process. Click play to...

6 December 2018

Ep 225: The future of photography with guests Chris Marquardt and Adrian Stock

Are you ready for the future of photography? There have been some amazing advances in technology, especially in the last 5 to 10 years with the development of mirrorless cameras, faster auto focus, post production techniques, drones etc. In this episode, we chat to Chris Marquardt and Adrian Stock on what the future of photography...

28 November 2018

Ep 224: How to take flattering portraits of anyone

How can you take flattering portraits of anyone? There are a few golden rules to follow to ensure that you’re nailing the shot – every time. Gina and Valerie love bringing this podcast to you. Hope you enjoy the podcast. Sign up to the newsletter for great tips and free Lightroom presets. Join the dynamic...

21 November 2018

Ep 223: Are your images out of focus? It may not be your fault with guest Wayne Rogers

So you think you’ve done everything right: used your focus points, a fast shutter speed, etc. But your shots still aren’t quite in focus. In this episode, Gina and Valerie welcome camera guru Wayne Rogers to discuss this as well as lens creep vs lens slop (!), whether UV filters are worth using, common mechanical...

14 November 2018

Ep 222: What are the best lenses and camera settings for portrait and documentary photography

What are the best lenses and camera settings for portrait and documentary photography? In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss what you need to do to take your portrait shots to the next level. We break it down to the basics and then build on that if you’re ready for intermediate or advanced tips. Gina...

31 October 2018

Ep 221: How to take your landscape photography to the next level with guest Mieke Boynton

Mieke Boynton is a landscape photographer who travels regularly, both within Australia and overseas, to capture the wonder and beauty of nature’s landscapes. She favours the epic landscapes of Kimberley region where she moved in 2008. She has travelled extensively in search of beautiful places and magic light and her photos of Norway, Patagonia, Namibia,...

24 October 2018

Ep 220: Classic portrait lighting styles and how to create them using daylight or flash

There are some classic lighting styles that every photographer needs to understand. And you also need to be able to create them whether you only have daylight to work with – or flash. In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss classic portrait lighting styles including beauty lighting, loop lighting, split lighting, Rembrandt lighting, short lighting,...

18 October 2018

Ep 219: Finding your authentic photography style with guest Sean Tucker

We talk to Sean Tucker on finding your authentic photography style. In this interview we talk about: being sacked as a priest, dealing with the shame he felt getting a waiting job when he was starting out, the struggle to find freelance clients, finding a unique style, the criticism that led him to finding his...

11 October 2018

Ep 218: How to work with speedlights for beginners intermediates and pros

Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or pro – there is something for you in this episode. We talk about speedlights and how a simple little light can make ALL the difference. You’ll discover how to get started, easy hacks to bring your images to life – and savvy techniques that can replicate sunsets, window lighting...

5 October 2018

Ep 217: How to see and read light

A wise person once said: “In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary”. There is no doubt that light plays a huge part in whether or not you get the perfect shot. But you don’t have to wait for the stars to align in order for this to happen. YOU can make...

28 September 2018

Ep 216: How to be a fearless photographer with guest Julia Coddington

If you want to be fearless as photographer, try your hand at street photography. Every photographer should give this a go to see what it’s like to fly by the seat of your pants, make decisions on the go and deal with real people in real situations. One accomplished street photographer is Julia Coddington. In...

19 September 2018

Ep 215: Sony, Canon, Nikon, Panasonic, Olympus or Fuji? Mirrorless or DSLR? Here is what you need to know.

These days, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to camera gear, lenses, accessories – and everything in between. And advances in technology mean that our cameras can do more than ever. Soon they’ll be able to cook us dinner! However, all this choice can be daunting. And it can be paralysing trying to decide...

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Podcast

So You Want to be a Photographer Podcast

All episodes

Ep 234: Light painting with guest Denis Smith

Ep 233: How to shoot Food photography like a pro with guest Joanie Simon

Ep 232: Ready to start a photography business? Here are some common mistakes to avoid.

Ep 231: What are the biggest photography trends for 2019?

Ep 230: From personal projects to a book deal with Craig Wetjen

Ep 229: The fine art of documentary photography with guest Niki Boon

Ep 228: Best photography lessons from 2018

Ep 227: How to photograph small, medium and large events for beginners and pros

Ep 226: 100 strangers project with guest Vijay Britto

Ep 225: The future of photography with guests Chris Marquardt and Adrian Stock

Ep 224: How to take flattering portraits of anyone

Ep 223: Are your images out of focus? It may not be your fault with guest Wayne Rogers

Ep 222: What are the best lenses and camera settings for portrait and documentary photography

Ep 221: How to take your landscape photography to the next level with guest Mieke Boynton

Ep 220: Classic portrait lighting styles and how to create them using daylight or flash

Ep 219: Finding your authentic photography style with guest Sean Tucker

Ep 218: How to work with speedlights for beginners intermediates and pros

Ep 217: How to see and read light

Ep 216: How to be a fearless photographer with guest Julia Coddington

Ep 215: Sony, Canon, Nikon, Panasonic, Olympus or Fuji? Mirrorless or DSLR? Here is what you need to know.

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