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NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY EDUCATION
Nature photography articles for thoughtful photographers.
Sensible, honest guidance on creativity, technique, fieldcraft, editing, gear, workshops, and the realities of building a photographic life.
Many articles grow from conversations on the Shutter Nonsense podcast. Read the key ideas, then listen to or watch the full episode for the stories, examples, and deeper discussion behind them.
Guest Articles
Discover insightful guest articles that offer additional insights to their podcast episodes. Dive into diverse topics and expert opinions that enrich your knowledge and curiosity.


Carbon Transfer Printing with Michael Strickland: An Art Like No Other
Michael Strickland provides insights into carbon transfer printing, color separations, handmade photographic prints, and the craft of printmaking.
Jul 148 min read


Episode 29 - Joshua Tree National Park Photography with Jon Norris
Jon Norris joins Shutter Nonsense to talk about Joshua Tree National Park photography, the challenges of teaching workshops in protected landscapes, and why he left Instagram to focus on a more intentional creative life.
Jun 167 min read


Photography Trends vs. Personal Vision: Staying True to Your Work
Brenda Tharp joins us to talk about photography trends, iconic locations, social media pressure, personal vision, print sales, workshops, and how to keep making work that feels true without pretending business pressure doesn't exist.
Jun 28 min read


John Barclay and Cole Thompson: Black and White vs Color Photography
Michael and Jeffrey sit down with Cole Thompson and John Barclay for a thoughtful, funny, and surprisingly deep conversation about black and white versus color photography. What starts as a discussion about when to choose monochrome over color quickly opens into a much bigger exploration of vision and creative intent.
Apr 217 min read


How Your Perception of a Photograph Changes Over Time
Ben Horne joins Shutter Nonsense to talk about how photographers judge their images after a trip, why perception changes over time, and how memory, editing, film, digital workflow, and emotional connection all shape the finished photograph.
Feb 247 min read


Episode 15 - Alex Noriega and Mastering the Art of Curation
In the latest episode of Shutter Nonsense, we had the pleasure of diving into the heart of photographic curation with the renowned Alex Noriega. Capturing captivating images is one part skill, one part artful curation. This episode, and the insights shared by Alex, revealed the transformative power curation has in elevating photography from mere good shots to truly memorable masterpieces.
Dec 2, 20254 min read


Episode 11 - What to Know About Photography Workshops with Barbara Livieri
This episode of 'Shutter Nonsense' features co-hosts Michael and Jeffrey discussing the complexities and rewards of photography workshops with guest Barb Livieri. We explore topics such as the importance of doing thorough research before attending a workshop, preparing mentally and physically for the demands of intensive photography outings, and the value of being open to feedback.
Oct 7, 20255 min read


Episode 10 - Evolving Editing Styles with Murray Livingston
In this milestone episode of Shutter Nonsense, hosts Michael and Jeffrey discuss how our post-processing techniques and approaches have evolved over time. We also invite Murray Livingston into the discussion as our special guest!
Sep 23, 20254 min read


Episode 08 - Matt Payne and a Deep-Dive into Photo Competitions
Hosts Michael Rung and Jeffrey Tadlock engage in a riveting conversation about photo competitions with Matt Payne, co-founder of the Natural Landscape Photography Awards.
Aug 26, 20255 min read


How to Create a Photography Ebook with Sarah Marino
Sarah Marino joins Shutter Nonsense to talk about creating photography ebooks, sequencing images, writing personal essays, sharing work more intentionally, and building a smaller but more engaged audience.
Aug 12, 20259 min read
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