500: Special 500th Episode of The Beginner Photography Podcast with Jim and Kim

In this episode of the podcast I asked BPP community moderators Jim Sinicki and Kim Irish to join me in a fun discussion about photography and the community. They asked you, members of the BPP community questions and I do my best to answer them.

The Big Ideas:

1. Embrace Discomfort in Your Photography Journey: Challenging environments yield unique opportunities. Whether it’s a rugged landscape or dense urban streets, discomfort can push your creative boundaries.
   • Start planning a photo expedition to a challenging location, like a local street photography workshop or a remote nature hike.
   • Prepare for these conditions with proper gear and mental readiness to turn discomfort into creative success.
2. Tackle Imposter Syndrome Head-On: Feelings of doubt are common, especially when pricing your work or comparing yourself to others. Recognizing them as part of the journey can reduce their power.
   • Reflect on your achievements and client feedback regularly to build confidence.
   • Engage with a supportive photography community for encouragement and constructive feedback.
3. Value Your Work Appropriately: Pricing should reflect the quality and effort you put into your photography. Reassessing your rates can prevent undervaluation and communicate professionalism.
   • Conduct market research to understand the going rates for comparable work.
   • Don’t be afraid to incrementally increase your prices and communicate the value you bring to clients.

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• Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group
• Send in your Photo Questions to get answered on the show - https://beginnerphotopod.com/qa
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Thanks for listening & keep shooting!