Lensbaby Presents Moving Through Fear

Explore the creative possibilities of Lensbaby lenses with photographer Julie Hamlin. In this episode, Julie shares her journey experimenting with various Lensbaby models and how she ultimately fell in love with the Sol 45 for its unique optics that bend light and soft focus. You'll hear how Julie likes to bring out her Lensbaby during portrait sessions after capturing the standard shots, using it as a way to inject spontaneity, playfulness and interactive energy. The unconventional images she creates reveal adventurous personalities and make for lively additions to any portrait gallery. If you're looking to add a touch of artistry to your photography, let Julie inspire you with the almost addictive creative flexibility of Lensbaby. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

Photographer Elizabeth Willson re-examines her thought process behind three of her most popular images in the Sol 45 series. What hidden meanings emerge when she revisits these striking photos years later? In this podcast, Liz dives deep into her artistic intentions and analyzes what she might do differently if shooting these scenes today. Though initially perplexed by the popularity of the Sol 45 collection, she now counts them among her favorites. Join Liz as she unpacks the creative choices that shaped these evocative, minimalist landscapes and reflects on how her perspective has evolved over time. With an introspective, storyteller's spirit, this episode illuminates the patience and curiosity at the heart of truly memorable photography. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

Photographer Carol Holt reveals images from her year-long project photographing her 13 year old daughter. Hear the creative process behind these impressionistic portraits shot with the Lensbaby Sol 45 effects lens. Carol discusses what drew her to the Sol 45, how its sweet spot and bokeh blades allowed her to capture unique vantage points, and how this lens has become a permanent part of her camera kit. Tune in to learn more about Carol’s collaborative portrait project, see examples of her images shot with the Sol 45, and discover how this lens can transform your own portrait photography. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

Join documentary photographer Sofia Sitnikiene as she reveals the creative process behind three visually striking fine art images, soon to be displayed in a Barcelona gallery. Using her trusted Lensbaby Double Glass II optic, Sofia leans into serendipity while maintaining full artistic control. Listen as she discusses how the signature sweet spot of this lens helps her compositionally focus the viewer's eye. Discover how a tool known for distortion and refraction can also capture realistic yet poetic scenes. Let Sofia expand your perspective on what's possible with experimental photography while articulating her distinct artistic vision. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

Australian photographer Kate Stock discusses three of her award-winning images that were recently recognized in her country's prestigious Photographer of the Year competition. She explains how she uses her Sol 45 camera in creative ways, intentionally capturing lens flare by pointing it into the late afternoon sunlight. Kate strives to evoke the emotions she felt in the moment within her soulful photos of her children, hoping to convey the beauty of fleeting childhood moments. Tune in to learn her specialized techniques for capturing natural light and compelling candid portraits. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

Outdoor photographer Cassandra O'Leary joins us to discuss what motivates her stunning images of nature. She shares her first impressions using the Lensbaby Sol 45 and how she creates her signature soft, watery bokeh with the Edge optics. Cassandra also reveals her secret to sparking creativity when she's in a funk. Tune in to gain insight into this talented photographer's creative process and how she captures striking photos outdoors. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

Join portrait photographer Stephanie DeFranco as she gives us a peek behind the scenes of three of her favorite recent images. In this episode, Stephanie walks us through some painterly flower photos, a moody concert shot, and an ethereal image of her mom floating above a lake, all taken using her OMNI Adapter for Composer Pro II and go-to Edge 50 optic swap lens. We'll hear the stories behind each magical image and gain insight into Stephanie's in-camera editing process as she layers in creative effects to take her photos to the next level. Tune in for a masterclass from a photographer who pushes the creative boundaries of what's possible in-camera. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this podcast, Kelly O'Donnell discusses the inspirations and techniques behind three of her recent creative projects. First, she shares a personal photograph that conjures nostalgic childhood memories. Next, Kelly walks us through an otherworldly collaborative piece made using experimental lighting techniques. Finally, she reveals the story behind a mesmerizing video clip of a musician, shot using her Lensbaby Sweet Spot optic and OMNI wand filters mounted on an OMNI adapter. Tune in to learn how Kelly leveraged innovative gear like the Lensbaby Composer Pro II to capture a fun, rainy day aesthetic perfectly suited to her subject's music. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, join photographer Ally Frantz as she brings us into her Southern New Mexico home to get creative with Lensbaby. Known for her love of backlit scenes and vibrant colors, Ally shares the stories behind two golden hour portraits and one fleeting silhouette moment captured in her backyard. Using the Omni Adapter for the Composer Pro II along with Omni wands like the Color Expansion Pack, Ally transformed personal family scenes into innovative multi-layered art. Learn how she embraced the experimental process and the unexpected to create mysterious and textured images that go beyond an ordinary snapshot. Let Ally’s creative visions inspire you to find extraordinary beauty in familiar spaces. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

Discover how Lensbaby photographers push creativity in photography with Co-Founder Craig Strong. In this episode, Craig interviews Shelly Corbett, an educator and toy photographer who brings imaginative scenes to life using the Lensbaby Composer Pro II. Shelly shares three magical macro images that showcase humor, emotion, and connection through clever collaborations with tiny toy subjects. Listen as she details her goal to spread joy and laughter through thoughtful photographic storytelling using unique Lensbaby optics and perspectives. Join the journey exploring experimental photography that goes beyond the ordinary. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, I'm privileged to have a conversation with Susan Currie. She describes herself as a poet with a camera seeking a life lived quietly every day. She wakes up and reminded that there's something new to learn. We talk about becoming and taking your one for a walk. Susan is creative on many levels and she explores how she got there from being someone who felt like everybody else was more qualified to be creative, to be a photographer, and came to a space where now she's teaching other people how to find that within herself. This is a powerful conversation, and I hope you enjoy it. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, I bring on April Milani. April is a photographer living in Madison, Alabama, who considers herself a visual opportunist. She is making ethereal portraits of children and unique, often haunting self-portraits. She's here to explore the idea of moving through fear. April and I explore family soul-searching because of family. Everything is changing our view of what perfection is, which is huge and relates back to Lensbaby, and a lot of our conversation is about the Lensbaby effect, not as a specific explanation of the tool, but how does it impact our artistic view of the world, how we see differently through it, and what was the end curve that April went through to make this work for her. So, let’s get started! Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, I bring on Rich Ormanowski. Rich is a photographer based out of the Greater Philadelphia area. He has been doing photography for 21 years. I want to share with you Rich’s journey as a photographer, the lenses he uses, and his experience in photography through the years. I hope that this conversation with Rich will inspire you! Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, I talk to Dan Wampler, who is a digital artist with a passion for infrared photography he is the creative director for Life Pixel Infrared, a company that I have been inspired by and they have done amazing work helping us see a spectrum through our cameras that we don't normally see. Dan started teaching photography in the 80’s and now teaches online and workshops all over the world and I look forward to someday being part of one of those. I want to explore Dan’s journey, what brought him where he is at today, and some of those hurdles whether they had a little anticipation or terror involved and learning and trying new things. I hope you will love this conversation with Dan Wampler. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, I talk to John Swainston. We talk about the philosophy of photography, about making pictures versus taking pictures and seeing the way the mind's eye sees. John talks about running Nikon Australia when he started it in the 80s, like a scrappy start-up having to reverse-engineer the product photography and the lighting setup that Nikon Japan used to reproduce his image and make images for his marketing. I want to share with you the Lensbaby mission statement and how that might impact and relate to John's career and journey as a photographer, a creative, and a father. I hope you will enjoy this conversation with Robert. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, I talk to Ute Reckhorn. Ute is a photographer living in Los Angeles, California, making images full of spontaneity and life. She's here to explore the idea of Moving Through Fear with me. I feel privileged to hear the story behind so many photos I've seen over the years, not the specific story behind each of them, but the theme of pushing through fear and being motivated to overcome it and not be paralyzed by it. Ute pushes through many things for a lot longer than most people. And I think you're going to find some inspiration here of how you can take the failures that you have and the things that you look at that you thought are just not working, and maybe there's some more tenacity that you can bring to it that's inspired by this conversation that I have with Ute. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, I bring on Amy Ryan. Amy lives in Chicago, Illinois, with her husband and two children. Amy is an art historian who loves photography, and I know Amy through Lensbabies. She uses Lensbaby lenses, and she does it well. I want to share Amy's journey in art and her approach to it, how she applied her visuals and looked through that keyhole that has been challenged and programmed into her, and the way to see the world even as a young child. I hope that this conversation will inspire you with Amy Ryan. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, I talk to Rachel Schomsky. Rachel is a professional photographer living in Detroit, Michigan, and she has embraced life and knows something about Moving Through Fear to discover what's on the other side. I want to talk and share with you that and relates to Lensbaby's mission statement, we empower artists to move through fear to discover extraordinary creative freedom. Let us listen as we tackle the purpose of mistakes, and there, we find the magic! Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, I talked with Barbara Corley. Barbara is a photographer that I met through Lensbaby, and she does fantastic work. She's an inspiration to me. The things that she went through as a child helped her face life pretty much fearless, and while some things in the background keep her from going in some directions that she has a lot of anxiety about, it keeps her growing in the ways that she is most passionate. This conversation inspired me, and I think you will be too. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com

In this episode, I talk with Kathleen Clemons. She is a flower photographer and teacher extraordinaire living in Harpswell Main. Kathleen has learned a ton from being an amateur and a beginner in photography to being a master. In our conversation today, we explore the journey of some of the things that she has to offer to each of us, as she is teaching us to see and find something and guiding us when to recognize that it's a wide-open day. Kathleen embraces life like few people I've known, and she's here to explore the ideas of fear, growth, and life. Learn more about the Moving Through Fear Podcast at: www.lensbaby.com