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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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