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The Beginner Photography Podcast

by Raymond Hatfield

The Beginner Photography Podcast is a free weekly podcast hosted by professional photographer Raymond Hatfield who interviews world class photographers of all genres who share what they wish they knew when they got started so you can grow your creative photography skills faster! The podcast is brought to you by CloudSpot.io, the client gallery system that is always #EmpoweringPhotographers

Latest episodes

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Time To Say Goodbye.

View All The Photos From Todays Photo Walk - https://beginnerphotopod.com/finalphotowalk #596 In today’s episode, Raymond Hatfield shares why letting go of the Beginner

Oct 28 2025
38 min

Recipe for Perfect Photos: Mastering Manual Mode Made

#595 In today’s episode of the podcast I share a simple, recipe-inspired approach to mastering manual camera settings. You’ll understand ISO, aperture, and shutter speed

Oct 21 2025
27 min

Light Made Simple: 4 Secrets to Instantly Improve Your Photos

#594 In this episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast, we explore the fundamental role that light plays in photography.  Enroll in the Ultimate Photography Education

Oct 14 2025
51 min

Photo Q&A: How to Avoid Wasting Money on Camera Gear

#593 In this month’s Q&A episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, we answer questions that span both technical and philosophical aspects of photography. The conversat

Oct 7 2025
54 min

Better Photos Start With This One Thing: Fun

#592 In today’s episode, we’re exploring how to rediscover the fun in photography at any skill level, with creative tips and hands-on strategies to keep your passion aliv

Sep 30 2025
44 min

The Value of Hands on Learning In Person with Cris Duncan

#591 Cris Duncan is an experienced studio owner from Lubbock, Texas, well-known for his expertise in lighting and in-person photography education. The conversation dives

Sep 9 2025
45 min

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Wedding Photography with Trevor Dayley

#590 Trevor Dayley is a renowned wedding photographer recognized as one of the best in Arizona and among the top 100 wedding photographers in the United States. In this e

Sep 2 2025
56 min

The 7 Rules Every Photographer Needs with Nick Church

#589 Nick Church is a seasoned wedding and commercial photographer, educator, and the founder of the Nick Church Creative Academy. With nearly a decade of professional ex

Aug 26 2025
54 min

The $400 Repair That’s Worth More Than a New Camera

#588 In this episode of the podcast, I share a personal, behind-the-scenes look at what’s been happening in my photographic life, focusing on one of the most common dilem

Aug 19 2025
41 min

What Baseball Taught Me About Photography

#587 In this episode of the podcast, I dig into what baseball has taught me about becoming a better photographer. At first glance, these two worlds might seem unrelated,

Aug 12 2025
41 min

Photo Q&A: How To Juggle a Day Job and Photography with Automation

#586 In Today’s Episode of the podcast I chat with YOU as I answer the questions that matter most to photography beginners and enthusiasts who are eager to grow both tech

Aug 5 2025
41 min

How to Pack Light and Shoot Smart for Travel Photography with Mark Hemmings

#585 Mark Hemmings is an internationally recognized travel photographer and educator. Mark shares his inspiring journey, beginning with his early days in Canada when he f

Jul 31 2025
1 h 01 min

You Don’t Have to Fix Your Photos. They’re Not Broken.

#584 In this episode of the podcast, I explore the idea that your photos are not broken just because they aren’t technically perfect or heavily edited. I share my own exp

Jul 29 2025
25 min

Inside the Creative Process of Making Photo Series with Dina Goldstein

#583 Dina Goldstein is an acclaimed photographer and visual artist known for her provocative, narrative-driven imagery and a career spanning over 30 years. Dina shares he

Jul 24 2025
57 min

Comparison is Killing Your Photography

#582 In this episode of the podcast, I take a deep dive into how comparison can seriously derail your progress and enjoyment as a photographer. Inspired by my own experie

Jul 22 2025
30 min

Honoring the Human Touch in a World of AI Photography with Shane Balkowitsch

#581 Shane Balkowitsch is a dedicated wet plate collodion photographer whose passion for history, authenticity, and the human experience shapes both his artwork and his v

Jul 17 2025
58 min

Photo Q&A: Why Do My Photos Look Different on My Camera vs. Lightroom?

#580 In Today’s Episode of the podcast I chat with YOU as I tackle listener-submitted questions for our monthly Photo Q&A session. We cover a variety of challenges that m

Jul 15 2025
48 min

Gaining Access and Experience in Concert Photography with Zenia Monteagudo

#579 Zenia Monteagudo is an experienced music and event photographer who has recently begun exploring family portraiture. Zenia shares her personalized journey into photo

Jul 10 2025
45 min

Do You Have Gear Lust Or Photo Love

#578 In this episode of the podcast, I deliver a thoughtful exploration into the emotional and psychological aspects that underlie the pursuit of photography. I dissect t

Jul 8 2025
38 min

From Trading Airbnb Stays to Shooting Pro Sports with Shane Wilkie

#577 Shane Wilkie is a community member who has made impressive strides in sports, event, and commercial photography since his last appearance. The discussion centers aro

Jul 3 2025
50 min

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#3
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days in the top 3 since Nov 2024

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#23 ▼ 2 Visual Arts US

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Well organized, easy and enjoyable to follow along, helpful tips, great guests, and mostly interesting stories. Im a huge fan!

Ntm1971 · Aug 2025

I found the podcast in mid 2024 and have now listened to all 570 episodes, joined Raymond’s free community and even attended one of his workshops. What a great podcast for anyone on the beginning side of photography.

Arjay3rd · Jun 2025

Hard to find comfort, kindness in our country’s current hellscape. This podcast is creative medicine - highly recommend - and you learn about photography too!

Kurtsie Claus · May 2025

There are a million photography podcasts out there… but none feel like this. I started at episode one in October and I’m up to episode 356 now. Raymond has built something truly special a space where photographers at every level can learn, grow, and belong. His honesty about his own journey, the lessons from his mistakes, and the wisdom he pulls from both world-class photographers and everyday artists from the Facebook group? It’s pure gold. It’s not just about tips and techniques (though you’ll get plenty of those). It’s about realizing you’re not alone that every photographer you admire once stood exactly where you’re standing right now, unsure but passionate. Raymond makes you believe you’re capable of more than you thought. And after every episode, you’ll not only have new ideas to try you’ll have new belief in yourself. If you love photography, if you crave growth, or if you just want to hear real conversations that lift you up this is the podcast your heart’s been looking for.

Paul J81 · Apr 2025

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