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:
268: Rubin - Eight Useful Ways to Describe and Measure Photography
267: Aman Chokshi - Photography from the South Pole
266: Devin Rogers - The Journey of the New Photographer
265: Simon Baxter - A Passion for the Woodland
264: Holger Mischke - Combining Music, Writing, and Photography
263: Brent Clark - Curating Your Photography
262: David Southern - A Voyage of Discovery in Photography
261: Jeanie Sumrall-Ajero - Finding Your Why
260: Sandra Bartocha - Judging Nature Photography Competitions
Ben Maze - Flow States in Landscape Photography
The Wilderness Society and Landscape Photography
Serena Dzenis - Photography as Art that Conveys an Idea
Francesco Carovillano - Trying to Fail Better at Photography
Ashlei Payne - Creating Projects of Personal Importance
Peter Coskun - Confidence and Learning from Failure in Nature Photography
Mitch Dobrowner - A Humble Journey into Landscape Photography
Julia Redl - Minimalistic Landscape Photography
Rachael Talibart - Originality & Self-Expression in Nature Photography
Michael Bonocore - The Triple Threat of Content Creation in Travel Photography
Nathan St. Andre - Art Shows & Color Blindness
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