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Ian Plant - How to Find Balance Between Art, Business, & The Creative Process
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Ian Plant (@ianplantphoto) is a renowned nature, landscape, and wildlife photographer with decades of experience who left his career in law to follow his passion for capturing the beauty of the natural world.
In this episode, Ian opens up about the challenges and rewards of the creative process, emphasizing the importance of patience, intent, and adaptability in creating meaningful work. He shares his philosophy on balancing artistic passion with the realities of running a photography business, while discussing how to overcome obstacles and thrive in unpredictable conditions. Whether it’s crafting a unique style or taking a fresh approach to photography, Ian encourages listeners to stay inspired and intentional in their creative pursuits.
Expect to Learn:
- How photographers can embrace less-than-ideal conditions
- Why photography is a marathon, not a sprint
- How to pursue personal artistic passions while managing the business side of photography
- Why great photos show people something they haven’t seen before
- How to ensure that creative and professional endeavors remain fulfilling
Ian's links:
Ian's Website: https://www.ianplant.com/
Ian's Free Photography Resources: www.photomasters.com/free-resources/
Sponsor:
Thanks to Tamron for sponsoring this episode! This summer, enjoy big savings with discounts up to $300 on a range of lenses, including their award-winning 70-180mm F/2.8 G2 lens now at its lowest price ever. Featuring a constant F/2.8 aperture and built-in image stabilization, this lens is packed with customization options to help you capture perfect shots. Don’t wait—visit www.tamron-americas.com or your local Tamron dealer today!
Our Links:
Join our subreddit where you can share stories and ask questions:
https://www.reddit.com/r/photographermindset/
Subscribe to TPM's Youtube page and watch full length episodes: https://www.youtube.com/thephotographermindset/
Make a donation via PayPal for any amount you feel is equal to the value you receive from our podcast episodes! Donations help with the fees related to hosting the show:
https://paypal.me/podcasttpm?country.x=CA&locale.x=en_US
Thanks for listening!
Go get shooting, go get editing, and stay focused.
@sethmacey
@mantis_photography
@thephotographermindset
272 episodes
Manage episode 487749813 series 2805889
Ian Plant (@ianplantphoto) is a renowned nature, landscape, and wildlife photographer with decades of experience who left his career in law to follow his passion for capturing the beauty of the natural world.
In this episode, Ian opens up about the challenges and rewards of the creative process, emphasizing the importance of patience, intent, and adaptability in creating meaningful work. He shares his philosophy on balancing artistic passion with the realities of running a photography business, while discussing how to overcome obstacles and thrive in unpredictable conditions. Whether it’s crafting a unique style or taking a fresh approach to photography, Ian encourages listeners to stay inspired and intentional in their creative pursuits.
Expect to Learn:
- How photographers can embrace less-than-ideal conditions
- Why photography is a marathon, not a sprint
- How to pursue personal artistic passions while managing the business side of photography
- Why great photos show people something they haven’t seen before
- How to ensure that creative and professional endeavors remain fulfilling
Ian's links:
Ian's Website: https://www.ianplant.com/
Ian's Free Photography Resources: www.photomasters.com/free-resources/
Sponsor:
Thanks to Tamron for sponsoring this episode! This summer, enjoy big savings with discounts up to $300 on a range of lenses, including their award-winning 70-180mm F/2.8 G2 lens now at its lowest price ever. Featuring a constant F/2.8 aperture and built-in image stabilization, this lens is packed with customization options to help you capture perfect shots. Don’t wait—visit www.tamron-americas.com or your local Tamron dealer today!
Our Links:
Join our subreddit where you can share stories and ask questions:
https://www.reddit.com/r/photographermindset/
Subscribe to TPM's Youtube page and watch full length episodes: https://www.youtube.com/thephotographermindset/
Make a donation via PayPal for any amount you feel is equal to the value you receive from our podcast episodes! Donations help with the fees related to hosting the show:
https://paypal.me/podcasttpm?country.x=CA&locale.x=en_US
Thanks for listening!
Go get shooting, go get editing, and stay focused.
@sethmacey
@mantis_photography
@thephotographermindset
272 episodes
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