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Host Casey Fatchett brings an often humorous look at the photography industry, offering advice, telling stories, and interviewing working photographers - all while going on adventures with the crew of the starship Fibonacci. He's also sure to include just a little bit of useless information in every episode.https://nerdyphotographer.com/podcast-copyright-information/ Arte
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  • 165 - Wired Differently: Building a Freelance Photography Career While Neurodivergent

    165 - Wired Differently: Building a Freelance Photography Career While Neurodivergent
    Mar 5 2026
    What does it really mean to be a neurodivergent freelancer in photography? In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer, we talk openly about ADHD, autism, burnout, structure, creativity, and building a freelance career that works with your brain - not against it. If traditional advice has never worked for you, this conversation might finally make sense. What We Talk About in This Episode This interview covers the real-world realities of neurodivergent freelancing, including: Managing energy, attention, and overwhelmCreating structure without rigidityNavigating client communication and expectationsRedefining success outside traditional productivity modelsLetting go of comparison and "shoulds" Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, this conversation encourages photographers to design careers that reflect how they actually function. Redefining Professionalism Being professional doesn't mean masking. It doesn't mean burning yourself out to meet arbitrary standards. And it doesn't mean copying how others work. For neurodivergent photographers, sustainability often comes from self-awareness, boundaries, and permission to work differently. This episode is a reminder that there is no single way to be a "real" photographer - or a successful freelancer. Episode Promos This episode contains promos for: On1 Photo Raw - https://nerdyphotographer.com/recommends/on1/Siteground Web Hosting - https://siteground.com/go/nerdyStyleCloud WP Website Themes - https://stylecloud.co/ref/380/Adorama - https://nerdyphotographer.com/recommends/adorama Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Subscribe to the podcast!Tell your friends about the podcastSign up for the newsletter - https://nerdyphotographer.com/newsletterSubscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CaseyFatchettBuy a print from the print shop - https://art.caseyfphoto.comFollow on Instagram - https://instagram.com/thenerdyphotoFollow on Threads - https://threads.net/@thenerdyphotoFollow on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/thenerdyphoto.bsky.socialFollow in Tiktok - https://tiktok.com/@thenerdyphotoGet some Nerdy Photographer merchandise - https://nerdyphoto.dashery.comIf you're feeling extra generous, check out our support page - https://nerdyphotographer.com/support-nerdy-photographer/ About My Guest Aly Hansen is a wedding photographer who specializes in film photography and a true documentary approach. You can view Aly's work on her website - https://alyhansenphoto.com - or on Instagram https://instagram.com/alyhansenweddings About The Podcast The Nerdy Photographer Podcast is written and produced by Casey Fatchett. Casey is a professional photographer in the New York City / Northern New Jersey with more than 20 years of experience. He just wants to help people and make them laugh. You can view Casey's wedding work at https://fatchett.com or his non-wedding work at https://caseyfatchettphotography.com If you have any questions or comments about this episode or any other episodes, OR if you would like to ask a photography related question or have ideas for a topic for a future episode, please reach out to us at https://nerdyphotographer.com/contact
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    1 h y 13 m
  • 164 - Beyond Hot Takes: Rethinking Dialogue and Discourse in the Photo Industry

    164 - Beyond Hot Takes: Rethinking Dialogue and Discourse in the Photo Industry
    Feb 19 2026
    The photography world is louder than ever - but are we actually listening? In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer, we explore why thoughtful conversation matters, how hot takes hurt creativity, and what the future of meaningful dialogue in photography should look like. If you care about photography as an art form, not just content, this conversation is essential. Slow down the noiseThink deeper about imagesElevate the conversation Thoughtful Conversations Shape Better Work Meaningful dialogue allows photographers to: Develop stronger visual literacy Understand historical and cultural context Learn from disagreement without hostility Create work rooted in intention rather than reaction This episode encourages photographers to move beyond surface-level debates and embrace conversations that are informed, empathetic, and expansive. Looking Toward the Future As the industry evolves—through technology, AI, and changing cultural landscapes—the way photographers communicate will matter more than ever. The future of photography isn't just technical. It's philosophical. If we want better images, better communities, and better careers, we need better conversations. Episode Promos This episode includes promos for the following: AdoramaStylecloud Website TemplatesOn1 Photo Editing SoftwareBackBlaze Cloud Data Backup Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Subscribe to the podcast!Tell your friends about the podcastSign up for the newsletter - https://nerdyphotographer.com/newsletterSubscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CaseyFatchettBuy a print from the print shop - https://caseyfatchettphotography.pic-time.com/artFollow on Instagram - https://instagram.com/thenerdyphotoFollow on Threads - https://threads.net/@thenerdyphotoFollow on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/thenerdyphoto.bsky.socialFollow in Tiktok - https://tiktok.com/@thenerdyphotoGet some Nerdy Photographer merchandise - https://nerdyphoto.dashery.comIf you're feeling extra generous, check out our support page - https://nerdyphotographer.com/support-nerdy-photographer/ About My Guest Ibarionex Perello is a photographer, writer and educator. He is also the host/producer of The Candid Frame photography podcast. He has over 40 years in the photographic industry including time as a magazine editor, and author. He currently works as a special projects photographer for the Huntington Library in Southern California. You can listen to Ibarionex on his podcast – thecandidframe.com – or on Instagram – @ibarionex About The Podcast The Nerdy Photographer Podcast is written and produced by Casey Fatchett. Casey is a professional photographer in the New York City / Northern New Jersey with more than 20 years of experience. He just wants to help people and make them laugh. You can view Casey's wedding work at https://fatchett.com or his non-wedding work at https://caseyfatchettphotography.com If you have any questions or comments about this episode or any other episodes, OR if you would like to ask a photography related question or have ideas for a topic for a future episode, please reach out to us at https://nerdyphotographer.com/contact
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    1 h y 24 m
  • 163 - The Art of Light and Melanin: Photographing Black Subjects Beautifully

    163 - The Art of Light and Melanin: Photographing Black Subjects Beautifully
    Feb 5 2026
    Lighting Black skin isn't complicated - but it is often taught wrong. In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer, we break down how to photograph darker skin tones beautifully, accurately, and intentionally. From highlights and contrast to common lighting mistakes photographers make, this is a must-listen conversation for anyone serious about portrait photography. Learn better lightingCreate stronger imagesPhotograph people more honestly For decades, photography education, film stock, and digital camera technology have been built around a narrow definition of "correct" exposure - one that often fails Black and darker-skinned subjects. The result? Images that lack depth, nuance, and respect for the full spectrum of skin tones. In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer, we dive deep into the art, science, and responsibility of lighting Black-skinned subjects properly. This is not about shortcuts or presets - it's about understanding light, skin, and intention. Episode Promos This episode includes promos for the following: AdoramaStylecloud Website TemplatesOn1 Photo Editing SoftwareBackBlaze Cloud Data Backup Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Subscribe to the podcast!Tell your friends about the podcastSign up for the newsletter - https://nerdyphotographer.com/newsletterSubscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CaseyFatchettBuy a print from the print shop - https://caseyfatchettphotography.pic-time.com/artFollow on Instagram - https://instagram.com/thenerdyphotoFollow on Threads - https://threads.net/@thenerdyphotoFollow on BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/thenerdyphoto.bsky.socialFollow in Tiktok - https://tiktok.com/@thenerdyphotoGet some Nerdy Photographer merchandise - https://nerdyphoto.dashery.comIf you're feeling extra generous, check out our support page - https://nerdyphotographer.com/support-nerdy-photographer/ About My Guest Leighton DaCosta, or "LD" as many know him by, is a Wedding and Fine Art Portrait Photographer based in Southern California, at the moment. He started his photography business more than 15 years ago while serving in the Navy. Due to the military requirements, he learned to make his studio "interstate mobile" as he has operated for extended periods in Virginia, Florida, Utah, Georgia, South Carolina, and California. He's conducted photo assignments in exotic and remote places such as Dubai, Jamaica, and Aruba; as well as several years flying over Afghanistan. When not creating content of his own, Leighton diligently works at educating photographers and others in the industry in not only content creation but also in business practices geared for the creative. You can check out Leighton's website at LeightonD.com, and follow along with him on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. About The Podcast The Nerdy Photographer Podcast is written and produced by Casey Fatchett. Casey is a professional photographer in the New York City / Northern New Jersey with more than 20 years of experience. He just wants to help people and make them laugh. You can view Casey's wedding work at https://fatchett.com or his non-wedding work at https://caseyfatchettphotography.com If you have any questions or comments about this episode or any other episodes, OR if you would like to ask a photography related question or have ideas for a topic for a future episode, please reach out to us at https://nerdyphotographer.com/contact
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    1 h y 42 m
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