In this episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I sit down with UK-based photographer and writer Ben Holbrook.

We dive into his approach to visual storytelling, the role of writing in photography, and how he’s built a thoughtful body of work through his platform, Driftwood Journals. Ben shares insights on creativity, consistency, and finding your voice in a crowded visual world.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benholbrook/

Website: https://www.driftwoodjournals.com/

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In the opening episode of 2026 of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I interviewed Carolane Ferland, a Quebec-based photographer who specializes in weddings, newborns, and travel photography. You can see more of her work on her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caroferland/ and her professional portfolio here: https://www.instagram.com/carolaneferlandphotos/

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Join us in the studio for this in-person episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, where we talk with Kevin Moody, a talented Montreal-based portrait photographer originally from France. Discover more of Kevin's work on his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinmoody/

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