Welcome to another episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," where we fuse the world of photography and delightful camaraderie. I'm your host, Matt Payne, and today we've got a treat for all you photography enthusiasts. Joining us is Mike DiMeola, not only a physician in Vermont but also a rising star in nature photography and co-host of the YouTube channel, Brews n' Views.
As an anesthesiologist, Mike's professional life is characterized by precision and control, but when it comes to his photography, he seeks an escape, an outlet to balance the pressures of his intense work life. We'll learn how he carves out time for photography and allows his creativity to flow freely without concrete goals, embracing the peacefulness that naturally draws him in.
Mike is an advocate for environmental conservation, donating all of his print sales profits to the National Forest Foundation. He shares with us the importance of mentorship in his life, from the impact TJ Thorne has had on him, to his own experiences mentoring a young nature photographer.
Beyond the lens, Mike participates in the beer and photo showcases of Brews n' Views, digging into good beer and spotlighting underappreciated photographers. Join us as we explore how Mike's minimalist approach to equipment, his preference for local scenes in Vermont, and his passion for capturing the serene essence of winter align with his overall philosophy to photography. This episode is packed full of insight, recommendations, and stories you won't want to miss.
Links:
366: Michael Rung - Authenticity and Full-Time Photography Challenges
365: Art Wolfe - Is Conservation Photography Actually Doing Anything?
364: Michael McMullen - Revealing Spokane's Unidentified
363: Kent Burkhardsmeier - Merging Poetry with Photography
362: Paul Wakefield - Insights from a Lifelong Journey in Photography
361: Peter Mather - Photographing Wolverines and Grizzly Bears with Camera Traps
360: Marcus McAdam - Crafting Visual Excellence and Quality Content Creation
359: Tim Geoffrion - A Quest to Photograph Every National Park
357: Mark Davis - The Art of Japanese Forest Bathing
356: Tony Sweet - Discovering the Power of Infrared Nature Photography
355: Kamal X - What Landscape Photographers Can Learn From a Street Photographer
354: Richard Bernabe - The Drake Passage Special
353: Steve Gettle - Voice Vision and Style in Wildlife Photography
352: Tania Malkin - Portrait of Me; Aerial Australia Abstracts
351: Wayne Suggs - Getting the Most Out of a Photography Workshop
350: Ian Gaston - Falling in Love with Small Scenes
349: Amy Gulick - Salmon in the Trees
348: David duChemin - Focusing on Voice and Vision
347: Jassen Todorov - Creating Award Winning Aerial Photographs
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