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F-Stop Collaborate and Listen - A Photography Podcast

Matt Payne
Photography
Landscape Photography
Nature Photography
Creativity
Mental Health
Wildlife Photography
Social Media
Photography Workshops
Workshops
Nature
Photography Education
Conservation
Visual Storytelling
Social Media Marketing
Authenticity
Art
Travel Photography
Youtube
Creative Process
Self-Discovery

This photography podcast takes you well beyond camera gear each week with weekly interviews and panel discussions with professional photographers, industry insiders, enthusiasts, and hobbyists alike. Our candid but laid-back conversations deeply explore the craft of photography and psychological drivers relating to creativity, motivation, inspiration, and workflow. We also discuss social media, ph... more

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For episode 498 of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, host Matt Payne sits down with Franz Xaver Bayerl, founder of Lumethic, to dive deep into the question: How can you tell if a photograph is AI-generated? Drawing from his roots in software engineering... more

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For episode 497 of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, host Matt Payne welcomes panoramic film photographer John Shephard of Woodinville, Washington. Over a thirty-year journey, John Shephard has photographed the breadth of his home state using the Noblex... more

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For episode 496 of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, host Matt Payne welcomes Scotland-based landscape photographer Adam Bulley for a conversation about embracing presence in the field, the power of local exploration, and how Scotland’s moody light infl... more

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For episode 495 of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, Matt Payne welcomes Bill Fox, poet, author of 16 nonfiction books, and founder of the Institute for Art and Environment at the Nevada Museum of Art. Bill Fox, whose wide-ranging work explores how huma... more

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John Shephard
Panoramic landscape photographer and photography and Spanish teacher
Episode: Panoramic Film Photography | John Shephard
Adam Bulley
Scotland-based landscape photographer, workshop leader, and former professional musician
MC2 Photography
Episode: What Scotland Teaches You About Photography | Adam Bulley
Bill Fox
Writer, poet, founder of the Institute for Art and Environment at the Nevada Museum of Art
Institute for Art and Environment; Nevada Museum of Art
Episode: How Art and Science Extend Human Perception | William Fox
Roxanne Bouché Overton
Photographer and educator discussed in episode
Episode: How to See What Your Brain Is Hiding From You | Roxanne Bouché Overton
David Lloyd
Wildlife photographer based in London, known for monochrome work and ethical post-processing
Independent photographer
Episode: What Makes an Award Winning Wildlife Photograph | David Lloyd
Scott McDermott
Photographer and director based in New York City with 25+ years of experience across sports, portraiture, commercial campaigns, documentary film, and fine art
Episode: Balancing Commercial Photography and Fine Art | Scott McDermott
Meredith Fontana
Denver-based landscape photographer with a background in paleontology
Nature Photography Academy; 12 Inches Behind the Camera (Substack)
Episode: Your Special Sauce: How to Find Your Unique Photographic Voice | Meredith Fontana
Mark Scheffer
Fine art photographer, infrared black and white specialist
Independent photographer based in Washington State
Episode: The Freedom of Limitations in Photography | Mark Scheffer
Mali Davies
Photographer, podcaster, educator
Independent photographer and educator
Episode: The Chaos and the Calm in Photography | Mali Davies

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Matt Payne
Host of the show; co-founder of the Natural Landscape Photography Awards; leveraging background in psychology to explore creativity and motivation in photography.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 538 ratings
  • Diverse and Compelling

    I enjoy this show so much. Matt has such an eclectic array of guests and each of them brings something important to the conversations. His questions add meaning to every conversation and his background in psychology really adds amazing depth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul Holdorf
    United States2 months ago
  • Consistent

    This podcast has delivered quality content consistently each week for years. It makes my daily walk more enjoyable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gnagel
    United States3 months ago
  • Thoughtful & Substantive Podcast

    Just a note to say how much I enjoy this podcast. The recent interview with Garret Hess resonated with me, as I’m in Missouri and often think about not having the vistas readily available like those out west. I’m hoping to get to the Smokies this year for a recharge. His views and your interview really helped me. I look forward to the podcast each week. I am a college president professionally, but an avid photographer away from the office, so to speak. This podcast is a weekly boost, inspiration... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fly & Ace
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent

    Matt brings excellence and consistency to this podcast. Although centered around landscape photography the podcast has guest variety and differing viewpoints which keeps it fresh. If photography or landscape photography is your thing then you’ll find this podcast listening worthy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thingseen
    United States4 months ago
  • Essential listening

    I’m a long term listener of the f-stop podcast and consider it as essential listening to keep me up to date with the people and challenges facing the landscape photography world. I enjoy the conversations, and appreciate the breadth of guests (both geographically and genre). I always learn something from every episode and get some nuggets that I can employ in my own photography and business. Keep up the great work Matt!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jon Norris Photography
    United States4 months ago

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Many appreciate the interviews' focus on creativity, psychology, and business practicals rather than pure technique.
Overall, the show is seen as a valuable, influential resource for landscape and nature photographers.
Diverse guest lineup and deep conversations keep the content fresh beyond gear talk.
Listeners praise the host for thoughtful, insightful interviews and consistently high production quality.
Some negative feedback centers on politics or perceived gatekeeping by a subset of episodes.

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Panoramic Film Photography | John Shephard
Q: For you, what does getting out of your own way in the field look like in practice, and how long has it taken you to develop it?
Shephard says it has taken decades to become more patient and accept that weather, wildlife, and mistakes are beyond his control. Rather than becoming frustrated or forcing a planned image, he tries to stay present and return to a location when needed.
Panoramic Film Photography | John Shephard
Q: How do you decide which panoramic system to reach for, and what does each system ask of you differently while you're in the field?
Shephard usually chooses the wider Noblex, especially when the scene suits its broad view. Its rotating lens has limitations with moving subjects and slower exposures, while the XPan's fixed lens offers a tighter composition and the option to control background blur.
What Scotland Teaches You About Photography | Adam Bulley
Q: In your opinion, what do workshop participants consistently struggle with that has nothing to do with camera settings or technical knowledge?
Bulley says participants often struggle with frustration and expectations. He suggests pausing to observe, trying simple phone photographs, and identifying what draws them to a scene before getting caught up in camera setup.
What Scotland Teaches You About Photography | Adam Bulley
Q: How do you think about working in a landscape that is genuinely iconic without letting that iconicness drive every decision that you make?
Bulley recommends arriving without being fixated on familiar compositions, taking time to observe what actually catches the eye, and responding to those moments rather than expecting particular light or a predetermined image.
How Art and Science Extend Human Perception | William Fox
Q: What practical advice would you give photographers who want to explore the neurological and philosophical dimensions of their work?
Read broadly, engage in conversations across disciplines, and practice with cross-disciplinary collaborators to strengthen both observation and interpretation, while maintaining a playful, exploratory mindset.

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Recent guests on F-Stop Collaborate and Listen include:

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3. Bill Fox
4. Roxanne Bouché Overton
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6. Scott McDermott
7. Meredith Fontana
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