In this episode, Allison Jacobs discusses her love for photographing the beach and water. She explains that while she doesn't consider herself a traditional landscape photographer, she is drawn to the beach and water because it brings her peace and calmness. Allison also talks about her experimentation with different photography styles and techniques, including film soup and double exposures. She emphasizes the importance of keeping photography fun and stress-free, and shares her love for vintage cameras and the stories they hold.
Takeaways
Find inspiration in places that bring you peace and calmness.
Experiment with different photography styles and techniques to keep your work fresh and exciting.
Don't be afraid to try different cameras and film stocks to find what works best for you.
Keep photography fun and stress-free by focusing on the joy of creating and connecting with other photographers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:43 Being Drawn to Water and the Beach
03:41 The Solitude and Details of Beach Photography
04:36 The Influence of Impressionism in Photography
05:30 Experimenting with Different Photography Styles
08:31 The Contrast Between the Beach and the City
09:43 The Challenge of Composition and Finding Interest
11:51 Finding Inspiration Outside of Familiar Environments
13:07 Keeping Photography Fun and Stress-Free
14:51 The Stories and Connections of Vintage Cameras
15:17 The Joy of Shooting with Other Photographers
19:55 The Importance of Loving the Medium You Use
22:30 The Challenges of Shooting with Different Cameras
25:44 The Love for Different Film Stocks
28:47 The Versatility of Kodak Gold 200
34:25 Preview of the Analog Artist Retreat Photo Walk
Find Allison on Instagram @allisonjacobs