This photography podcast takes you well beyond camera gear each week with weekly interviews and panel discussions with professional photographers, industry insiders, enthusiasts, and hobbyists alike. Our candid but laid-back conversations deeply explore the craft of photography, and psychological drivers relating to creativity, motivation, inspiration, and workflow. We also discuss social media, photography business practices, marketing, sales, and hot topics impacting photographers from all genres, with a particular focus on landscape, nature, and wildlife photography. The show is hosted by Matt Payne, a professional full-time nature photographer and the co-founder of the internationally renowned photography competition, the Natural Landscape Photography Awards. Matt is also a mountaineer, climbing the highest 100 mountains in Colorado. Matt leverages skills he gained in pursuit of his Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology to dig deeply into the hearts and minds of his passionate guests, revealing secrets and inspiration in every episode.
In this episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," host Matt Payne engages with photographer Stephanie Johnson, who delves into her journey from seeking external validation to embracing an authentic…
In the latest episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," host Matt Payne delves into the passion and perseverance required in the field of conservation photography with guest Dave Showalter. The con…
In the latest episode of the "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen" podcast, sponsored by Elements Magazine, host Matt Payne sits down with the remarkably resilient Tracey Halladay. Tracey’s story is an ext…
In this episode of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, host Matt Payne interviews Chris Wright, an academic and photographer dedicated to documenting the environmental impacts of climate change. Wright's …
In a world where everyone is constantly seeking the next big thing, it can be refreshing to find individuals who focus on the beauty within the ordinary. Mary Jo Hoffman, an accomplished nature photo…
In this episode of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, host Matt Payne sits down with Nina Fuller, a seasoned photographer and dedicated shepherdess. Along with the subject of finding your niche in photog…
In the latest episode of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, host Matt Payne explores the transformative journey of Brad Carr, a landscape photographer whose past trauma fuels his artistic passion. Brad a…
In this episode of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, Matt Payne interviews landscape photographer Fiona McLean, who, along with her colleague Viktoria Haack, founded Women Photographers Canada to addres…
In this episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," landscape photographer Jack Lodge joins host Matt Payne. Jack shares insights into his passion for photography, the meticulous process from plannin…
In today's episode of the podcast, I chat with Michael Engelhard, a writer and cultural anthropologist. You’ll explore his new wilderness books, the centennial of America's first wilderness area, lan…
In this episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," host Matt Payne is joined by guests Shanda Akin, Martha Montiel, and Jeanie Sumrall-Ajero to discuss their experiences as female landscape photogra…
In this episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," host Matt Payne interviews renowned photographer Bruce Percy, delving into key aspects of Percy's approach to photography. They discuss the importa…
Welcome to another episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen." Today we have a fascinating journey ahead with our guest, Jim Scott. Join us as we delve into Jim's ambitious project of photographing a…
Welcome to another episode of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen. Today, we're thrilled to have the incredible photographer Claude Fiddler join us. In this episode, Claude shares his fascinating journey w…
In this episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," Matt Payne sits down with Lyric Moya, co-owner of New Mexico Fine Art (NMFA), to delve into the complex world of fine art photography printing. The…
In this episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," host Matt Payne talks with seasoned photographer Bruce Heinemann about the intersection of spirituality and photography. Heinemann emphasizes the i…
In this episode, host Matt Payne sits down with photographer and tech expert Greg Benz to delve into the world of HDR (High Dynamic Range) technology. They discuss the benefits of HDR displays, espec…
In this episode, Nick Church discusses the challenges of navigating the "death zone" in high-altitude mountaineering, drawing parallels to the struggles faced by photographers and small business owne…
Welcome to the latest episode of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen! In this episode, host Matt Payne engages in a captivating conversation with the talented photographer Alanna O'Neil. They delve into th…
Welcome to F-Stop Collaborate and Listen! In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring story of Jess Wilson, a resilient photographer who overcame health challenges and market competition to revo…