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Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Austin James Jackson
132 episodes
2 days ago

If you want to improve at outdoor photography, look no further than this weekly podcast hosted by professional landscape photographer Austin James Jackson. Every episode recorded will give you concrete advice for all things landscape, astro, or wildlife photography. Whether you want to become a professional photographer or refine your skills to take better photos, this podcast is loaded with straight-to-the-point episodes that help you hone your skills as quickly as possible.

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If you want to improve at outdoor photography, look no further than this weekly podcast hosted by professional landscape photographer Austin James Jackson. Every episode recorded will give you concrete advice for all things landscape, astro, or wildlife photography. Whether you want to become a professional photographer or refine your skills to take better photos, this podcast is loaded with straight-to-the-point episodes that help you hone your skills as quickly as possible.

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Episodes (20/132)
Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
AJ Berard - How to Track and Photograph Owls

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In this episode of Master the Moment, I’m joined by wildlife photographer AJ Berard to dive into the fascinating world of tracking and photographing owls. AJ shares his techniques for finding these elusive birds, the patience and preparation it takes to capture them on camera, and the advice you need to level up your owl photography. Whether you’re a seasoned wildlife photographer or just starting out, this conversation is full of insight, field tips, and stories that’ll make you want to grab your camera and head into the woods after dark.

Links from this episode:

AJ's Instagram

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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1 week ago
44 minutes 53 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
How to Develop Your Own Editing Style

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Finding your editing style takes time, and it isn't as easy as just finding the presets that work best for you. In this week's podcast episode, you'll learn how to dial in your edits to create a cohesive style and a repeatable workflow to use with every edit.

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

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YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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2 weeks ago
30 minutes 20 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Clarence Spencer - Astro Modified Cameras: What You Need to Know

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If you've been wondering about astro-modified cameras and how you can take better photos of the night sky, this is the episode for you! This week, I spoke with Clarence Spencer, owner of Spencer's Camera. Spencer's Camera is one of the most highly acclaimed places in the country to get your camera astro-modified, so Clarence was the perfect person to talk about the benefits of having your camera astro-modified. In this episode, you'll learn the benefits of modifying your camera in addition to getting some tips and tricks for capturing amazing astro images.

Links from this episode:

Spencer's Camera

UV/IR Blocking Filter

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

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YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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3 weeks ago
33 minutes 2 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Sharpening Secrets to Help You Perfect Your Photography

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While many look at sharpening as the final step to their edit, it can be so much more than that. There are three different types of sharpening, all of which can be used together to create the perfect image. In this week's episode, I'll cover some of my favorite sharpening tips and tricks to help you dial in tack-sharp images.

Links from this episode:

DxO PureRAW 5 Video

Sharpening for Print Video

High Pass Sharpen (Similar to Unsharp Mask) in Photoshop Video


If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

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YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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4 weeks ago
30 minutes 5 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Misti Anderson - How To Start Making Short-Form Video Content as a Photographer

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Video is one of the best ways to connect with your audience, and in this week's podcast episode, Misti Anderson shares her favorite tips, tricks, and techniques for creating compelling short-form content. Whether you want to follow trends, create cinematic videos, or even inspire others, Misti has a ton of excellent advice to help you get started with video, even for a photographer without any prior experience.

Links from this episode:

Misti's Instagram

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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1 month ago
48 minutes 49 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
5 Over-editing Mistakes You're Probably Making (And How to Fix Them!)

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In this episode, I’ll break down five of the most common overediting mistakes I see photographers make—and ones I’ve definitely been guilty of myself. From oversaturated colors and over-sharpened details to crushed shadows, blown highlights, and heavy-handed clarity or color grading, these edits can quickly take an image from powerful to distracting. I’ll share how to recognize when you’ve pushed things too far and give you practical tips to keep your edits looking clean, natural, and impactful. Whether you’re just getting started or working to refine your style, this episode will help you elevate your editing without overdoing it.

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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1 month ago
30 minutes 54 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Lana Tannir - Using Storytelling in Your Photography

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The best images tell a story that sticks with you. In today's episode, I spoke with Lana Tannir, a Germany-based photographer, biologist, and science storyteller. Lana is an expert at creating images that tell powerful stories, oftentimes depicting the relationship between animals and their surroundings. In this episode, Lana shares some of her best advice for harnessing the power of story in your images.

Links from this episode:

Lana's Website

Lana's Instagram

"Nesting in Plastic" Project

Lana's TEDx Talk

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

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YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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1 month ago
40 minutes 44 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Scout Like a Pro: 4 Habits That Always Find a Great Foreground

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Finding great foregrounds is easier said than done, and there is definitely a method to finding the perfect composition that complements the subject. In this week's podcast episode, we'll dive into 4 habits that will help you find better foregrounds in less time than ever before.

Links from this episode:

Utah Fall Colors Workshop

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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1 month ago
31 minutes 49 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Brian Matiash - Lightroom Tricks You Probably Don't Know (+ Should You Use Lightroom or Lightroom Classic?)

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Did you know that Adobe has two different versions of Lightroom for your computer? Lightroom Classic and Lightroom Desktop. Are you using the right one? In this week's podcast episode, I talked to Brian Matiash, a Software Quality Engineer at Adobe for the Lightroom team. Brian shares his thoughts on Lightroom versus Lightroom Classic, plus gives us loads of tips, tricks, and workflows to try out in Lightroom to create better images.

Links from this episode:

Brian's Website

Brian's YouTube Channel

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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2 months ago
1 hour 18 minutes 22 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Can Adobe Be Beat? The Best Lightroom/Photoshop Alternatives

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Adobe is a behemoth when it comes to software for creatives, holding a major share of the market. With over 20 apps designed to do nearly anything you can dream of in the creative realm, it's a tall task to beat Adobe. 

That being said, there are numerous Lightroom/Photoshop alternatives on the market that can offer lower-cost options that differ in the features they offer. In this week's podcast, I'll tell you why I think Adobe is so hard to beat, as well as cover my favorite alternatives to the world's most popular photo and video editor.

Links from this episode:

DxO PhotoLab 8

Luminar Neo

ON1 Photo RAW 2026

CaptureOne

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

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2 months ago
30 minutes 56 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Kelsea Callister - Planning, Scouting, and Weather Predicting for Your Next Shoot

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Scouting, planning, and predicting are three aspects of outdoor photography that are crucial to maximizing your odds of getting portfolio-quality images next time you're out. In this week's podcast episode, photographer Kelsea Callister walks us through some of her best tips and tricks regarding weather prediction, what to think about when scouting, and more.

Links from this episode:

Kelsea's Website

Kelsea's Instagram

Kelsea's Courses

Kelsea's Film Work

Kelsea's Portrait Website

Windy.com

SunSeeker App

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

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YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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2 months ago
48 minutes 6 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Why Your Photos Are FLAT + How to Create More Dimension in Your Images

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If you've ever wondered how some of the best outdoor photographers can create images that look three-dimensional, this week's podcast episode is just for you! Nothing is worse than returning from a shoot and editing photos you thought were going to be amazing, just to have them not quite have the same punch they had in the field. There are a couple of key mistakes you may be making in post processing or in the field, which I'll detail in this week's podcast episode!

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

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10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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2 months ago
24 minutes 18 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Chris Terstegge - Tips for Post Processing Astrophotography

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Editing your night sky images can prove challenging, especially for novice editors. In this week's podcast, Chris Terstegge gives us tips, tricks, and advice to fine-tune our astrophotography edits.

Links from this episode:

Chris's Website

Chris's Instagram

Chris's Workshops

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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3 months ago
49 minutes 45 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
How to Create Better Edits in Less Time

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How great would it be to spend less time editing yet achieve even better results? In this week's podcast episode, I'll walk you through some of my best tips and tricks to help you refine your workflow, create more compelling images, and do so in less time than ever before. 

Links from this episode:

Complete Photoshop Course

How I Use the Tone Curve

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

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YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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3 months ago
27 minutes 26 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Scott Stone - How to Capture MORE Superb Wildlife Images

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Capturing epic wildlife photos takes more than just luck. Planning, preparing, and being ready at all times is crucial if you want to capture the best possible images. In this podcast episode, photographer Scott Stone shares his advice on what separates the good wildlife images from the great ones and tells us how we can maximize our odds at capturing portfolio-quality photos, even when we have limited time.

Links from this episode:

Scott's Website

Scott's Facebook

Scott's Instagram

Jackie's Instagram

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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3 months ago
49 minutes 10 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Noise 101 - Everything You Need to Know to Reduce and Remove Grain

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Noise is the killer of detail and something most photographers aim to avoid in their photography. In many scenarios, noise can be reduced or even eliminated in the field with the right techniques. In certain situations, noise is unavoidable, in which case you need to use post-processing techniques to harness the noise and reveal the true detail in your scene. In this week's podcast episode, we'll cover it all and help you understand exactly how noise works, how you can capture cleaner images in the field, and how to fix noise in post-processing when you can't avoid it.

Links from this episode:

Photons to Photos Noise Charts

DxO PureRAW 5

Topaz Photo AI

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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3 months ago
30 minutes 5 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Tom Rae - Capturing Incredible Detail of the Night Sky

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Capturing great details in the night sky is easier said than done, and enhancing those astro images in post can provide even more of a challenge. In this episode, New Zealand photographer Tom Rae guides us through his process of capturing the incredible details of the night sky. In addition to how to capture more details in the field, Tom shares some of his best post-processing tips and tricks with us to help you improve your astrophotography.

Links from this episode:

Tom's Instagram

Tom's Website

Tom's Facebook

iOptron Skyguider

Diffusion Filter

LifePixel

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

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YouTube channel.

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3 months ago
42 minutes 44 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
6 Reasons Your Social Media Pages Aren't Growing (And How to Fix!)

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Growing a social media channel is tough. Oftentimes, it can seem like your posts are getting no traction, leaving you feeling helpless and disappointed. In this week's podcast episode, I'll cover 6 reasons why your social media growth is non-existent as well as how you can tackle these issues to get back on the right track. Whether you want to make photography your full-time career or you just want to share your work with more people, this episode will help you iron out any kinks on your social media page and help you achieve faster growth.

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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4 months ago
25 minutes 16 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
Dani Hamm - Using Selective Masking in Lightroom to Enhance Your Images

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Masking is one of Lightroom's best tools to improve your photography, as you can use it to make selective adjustments to small parts of your image. Whether you want to adjust the brightness of the subject, make the background pop, or make minor tweaks to colors, the masking tool has you covered. In this week's podcast episode, Dani Hamm teaches us how she uses masking to improve her wildlife and landscape images.

Links from this episode:

Dani's Instagram

Dani's Threads

Dani's TikTok

Dani's Print Website

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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4 months ago
33 minutes 11 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast
The Best and Worst Outdoor Photography Purchases

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There are virtually unlimited products that you can spend your money on as a wildlife or landscape photographer. Knowing which products are actually going to help you, versus the ones that will just drain your bank account, can be a challenge. In this week's episode, I talk about some of the best and worst things to spend your money on as a photographer.

Links from this episode:

Slik i-Bracket

Slik CF-634

Slik CF-834

Peak Design Cuff

Peak Design Neck Strap

Topaz Photo AI

DxO PureRAW5

Helicon Focus

If you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.

Find FREE photography tutorials on my
YouTube channel.

10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

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4 months ago
26 minutes 45 seconds

Master the Moment — Outdoor Photography Podcast

If you want to improve at outdoor photography, look no further than this weekly podcast hosted by professional landscape photographer Austin James Jackson. Every episode recorded will give you concrete advice for all things landscape, astro, or wildlife photography. Whether you want to become a professional photographer or refine your skills to take better photos, this podcast is loaded with straight-to-the-point episodes that help you hone your skills as quickly as possible.