Photographic Connections

In this conversation, Kim Grant speaks with Ellie MacDonald, as she shares her journey into mindful photography and how it has transformed her life. She discusses the practice of mindful photography, the benefits it offers, and the connection between mindfulness and photography. Ellie also talks about her studies in mindfulness and compassion, her new podcast called Capturing Calm, and her dreams for the future of mindful photography. The conversation explores the use of photography in therapy and the potential benefits of incorporating it into mindfulness practices. It also highlights the importance of exploring different styles of therapy and finding one that works for each individual. Takeaways Connect with Ellie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capturing.calm/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xIfd2XltkhMxqIuSUbpc4 --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

In the first episode of season two, Kim Grant shares her excitement about recording more episodes for the podcast and discusses some changes she's making. She emphasises the importance of freedom and creativity in her work and announces that she will no longer have a set schedule for releasing episodes. Kim also talks about her decision to spend less time on social media and explains that she will no longer upload podcast episodes to YouTube. Instead, she encourages listeners to listen to the podcast while engaging in other activities. She also mentions that she plans to incorporate more variety into the podcast, including episodes where she speaks directly to the audience and explores certain themes in depth. Kim expresses her desire to offer self-inquiry and self-development opportunities through the podcast and the Photographic Connections community. She concludes by highlighting the importance of exploring the human experience through photography and expressing her excitement for the upcoming episodes. --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Cody Schultz, an American photographer with a love for black and white large format photography. Cody shares his journey into photography and how he was deeply inspired by other photographers, such as Ben Horne and Simon Baxter. He discusses his connection with nature and interest in black and white photography, as well as the challenges and rewards it brings. He also talks about his transition to large format photography and the impact it had on his creative process, before ending by emphasising the healing power of nature photography. Topics covered Connect with Cody Website: codyschultz.com Nature Photographers Network: naturephotographers.network --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

In this weeks episode, Kim Grant speaks with Sarah Marino. Sarah shares the concept of conservation photography and finding a mission-oriented focus in her work, as well as the challenges she faced in transitioning to photography as a career. She highlights the importance of teaching and bringing skills from her previous career into her photography business. She also discusses the combination of writing and photography and the empowerment of self-publishing. Finally, Sarah shares her experience as the co-founder of the Nature First Photography Alliance, sharing the importance of responsible nature photography. She explains how the organisation developed seven principles to guide photographers in being more mindful of their impact on the environment. Topics Discussed Connection with Sarah: Website: smallscenes.com Instagram: instagram.com/sarahmarinophoto YouTube: youtube.com/SarahMarinoPhoto --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Canadian photographer Randy Bullerwell. Randy shares how he was introduced to photography by a friend and further deepened his connection to it through mentors he met along the way, leading him to to learn contemplative and mindful ways to use his camera. Through this he has been able to find great release and a tool to channel his emotions through episodes of depression. Randy now shares his experience with photography to support and guide others. Topics Covered Journey into photography Battling depression and alcohol addiction Others influence in him taking up photography Finding inspiration from others Being a child at heart Working with and learning from children Discovering mindful photography His love for running His love for self-discovery and the world around him Appreciating the small things in life How photography and nature helps his mental health 17.30 Creating images in her minds eye Becoming a more contemplative photographer Learning how to do photography Why he saves all of his images How he feels when he’s doing nature photography Celebrating the beauty of nature Seeing his depression in his images Creating exhibitions of his photos His vision for the future of his photography work The power of writing Connect with Randy: Website: https://www.randybullerwellphotography.com/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Orkney based photographer Nicki Gwynn-Jones. Nicki creates images from a place of flow and movement and shares how her love for wild swimming and dance helps her with creating her images. She also speaks about the joys of being free to create images in whatever way we wish and how she taps into the magic of the natural world. Connect with Nicki: Website: https://nickigwynnjones.zenfolio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickigwynnjones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicki.gwynnjones/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Scottish based scientist and photographer Matthew Whelan. Matt shares how he combines his science interest and his creative expression to help him understand life and channel his emotions following the loss of a close friend to suicide. Topics Covered Journey into photography Using photography as a tool to express ourself Losing a friend to suicide Exploring our feelings through photography Photography as therapy Studying science as a foundation to understanding the world How art allows for subjective experiences Connecting our images with previous experiences Experimenting with the camera Poetry as a way to explore our internal world Exploring ourselves and sharing with others Art created from the heart Having a sense of curiosity for the world Being interested in spiritual development Exploring our internal feelings and thoughts Writing in a journal Looking at our life objectively Combining photography with other creative outlets The power of writing The never-ending discovery of creativity and healing The power of sharing our story with the world Learning from other photographers through sharing Finding genuine human connection The future of AI and photography Connecting with others through stories Connect with Matt: Website: https://talesofperception.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewtwhelan/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Gill is a landscape photographer based in Surrey in the UK. She shares how her fond childhood memories of nature, photography and sailing inspired her to do what she is doing now. She also shares how she loves to bring feelings of calm into her images and why her local area speaks so deeply to her. Topics Covered Connect with Gill: Website: https://gillmoon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gillmoonphotography/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with contemplative photographer Paul Sanders. Paul began his photography career as a news photographer. He shares how, despite achieving everything he'd dreamt of in his career, he was left feeling unfulfilled and battling mental and physical health issues. Since then he has been on a journey of self discovery, resulting in him adopting a more mindful and contemplative approach to his photography. Paul's words are very thought provoking and may change how you see and engage with your photography moving forwards. Topics Covered Connect with Paul Website: https://www.discoverstill.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discover_still/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discoverstill/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Ruth Davey, the founder of Look Again Photography. Ruth is a mindful photography practitioner and trainer based in England. She shares how her own battles with mental health led her on a path to discovering mindfulness and photography. From this experience, she began to create her own photographic vision, leading her on to help and teach others ways of using their camera as a way to coping with theirs. She also shares her passion for making photography accessible to all and her love for spending time in solitude. Takeaways Connect with Ruth: Website: https://www.look-again.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lookagainmindfulphotography/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lookagainmindfulphotography --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

In this conversation, Kim Grant interviews Robert Clark about his personal journey into photography and how it helped him overcome alcohol addiction. They discuss the connection between yoga and photography, as well as the creation of Robert's website, Impressionography.org, which showcases ICM (Intentional Camera Movement) photography. Robert emphasises the importance of providing a platform for ICM artists to display their work without judgment. Overall, the conversation highlights the transformative power of photography and the value of community in the creative process. Takeaways Connect with Robert: Website: https://impressionography.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impressionography_org/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Sarah is a self portrait and landscape photographer based in Canada, who is well known for photographing herself wearing a yellow dress in nature. She shares how her challenging upbringing lead her on a deep journey of self exploration and healing, which she now uses as a catalyst to share her life openly with the world online, through her photography and Youtube videos. She also shares the importance of mindset and genuine human connection, and what her dreams are for the future. Topics Covered Connect with Sarah Website: https://www.sarahlyndsayphotography.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC73iAchNebceqyF3I0qskiA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahlyndsayphotography/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Christopher James Hall is a portrait, wedding and events photographer based in England who discovered photography during a period of homelessness. He found photography gave him connection allowing him to photograph other people and tell meaningful stories through him imagery. He now uses his love for photography to help others who are experiencing challenging times and has set up his own foundation, where he works with various charities and organisations to do so. Christopher’s story is really inspiring, being a real example of how photography can not only change our lives, but the lives of those around us too. Takeaways Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 04:19 Starting a Photography Business 08:15 Unexpectedly Doing Wedding Photography 12:32 The Power of Photographing People 17:36 Breaking Stereotypes of Homelessness 23:14 The Christopher James Hall Foundation 28:07 The Impact of Photography 29:12 Photography as Therapy 33:09 Working with Charities and Organizations 37:02 Providing Training and Career Paths 38:27 Inspiring and Helping Others 39:25 Conclusion and Contact Information Connect with Christopher Website: https://christopherjameshall.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christopherjameshall/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christopherjameshallphotography --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Jessy is an artistic photographer based in Adelaide, Australia, who creates beautiful artistic images using intentional camera movement. She finds creative photography very healing, offering her the chance to have some me time and develop a greater appreciation for the world that surrounds her. Intentional camera movement has offered her the freedom to express herself in a way that she’d never found with other creative hobbies or photographic styles. If you don’t already do ICM, Jess’s infectious enthusiasm may just inspire you to give it a go. Topics Covered Connect with Jessy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessy_willemse/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Alister is a Scottish landscape photographer well known for his honest and open discussions about the artistic world of photography. Alister love to empower people to use their cameras to authentic express themselves and on this episode he shares his personal journey with us including his life changing trip to the Gobi Desert and how he now dedicates his working lifer to helping others tap into their creative self through photography. Topics Covered Connect with Alister Website: https://expressive.photography/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alister_benn/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Valerie is a nature photographer and video creator based in Melbourne, Australia. She shares how having an academic upbringing brought her to suppress her creativity for many years, and how reconnecting with this side of herself through photography, has allowed her to find a release from life's stresses and find some balance from her day job in the corporate world. She also shares why nature in particular is of great inspiration to her and why she decided to start sharing her vision and photography on YouTube. Topics Covered Connect with Valerie Website: https://www.valeriemisa.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ValerieMisa1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valeriemisaphotography/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Sean is a photographer, film maker and author best known for his YouTube videos and book “ The Meaning in the Making”. While Sean is a very skilled photographer technically, he also adds much depth and philosophical questions to his work, which makes he approach unique and loved by many. In this episode he shares how navigates life as an introvert, how we can be truly authentic In our creative work and the real value for taking time for ourselves. Topics Covered Connect with Sean: Website: https://www.seantucker.photography/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@seantuckd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seantuck --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Mary Anne is an American wildlife photographer, best known for her bird images photographed at the Great Salt lake. She shares why birds are of particular interest to her, how she immerses herself in the scene when creating her images, as well as how she has developed empathy for her subjects. Mary Anne is on a mission to use her photography to raise awareness about the importance of the lake for migrating birds and how the changing climate is very quickly decreasing it's water level. Topics Covered Connect with Mary Anne: Website: https://www.maryannekarren.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makarrenphotos/ --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Dan Ruffles onto the podcast. Dan is a landscape photographer based in Suffolk, England. He has a deep love and connection with his local area and finds beauty to photograph all around. We speak about how being by the coast and in solitude helps him so feel calm, how he combines his photography with different concepts by writing reflective pieces on his website journal and how using a film camera really enables him to slow down. Topics Covered Connect with Dan: Website: https://www.danielianphotography.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielianphotography --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Anna is a landscape photographer originally from the UK and now living in British Columbia. She shared how her background as a veterinarian and interest in ecological conservation has played a big role in influencing how she sees the natural world and creates her images. We also speak about the importance of slowing down, how we can invite questions through the photos create and how photography has helped her discover who she is. Topics Covered Connect with Anna: Website: https://www.annamorgan.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annamorganphotographer --- Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/ Join the Photographic Connections community: https://photographic-connections.mn.co/ Wellness Photography Weekends in Scotland: https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekends Follow the journey Instagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnections Follow Kim's photography journey and offerings Website: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.uk YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotography Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotography Music by Mark Robinson Song: A Thousand Lifetimes Website: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic