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Shoot Wisely the Creators Podcast with Amir Ebrahimi

Amir Ebrahimi
Photography
Film Photography
Artificial Intelligence
Filmmaking
Wedding Photography
Los Angeles
Porsche
Justus West
Tokyo, Japan
Skid Row
Travel Photography
Heritage (album)
Jazz
Downtown Los Angeles
Mental Health
Street Photography
African Art
Live Performance
Tattooing
Content Creation

Hosted by photographer and documentarian Amir Ebrahimi, the Shoot Wisely Podcast explores the creative process through honest conversations with artists, filmmakers, photographers, designers, writers, and other inspiring creators.

With more than 20 years of production experience, Amir has traveled the world documenting a wide range of stories, from covering the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, to prod... more

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Recent Guests

Candace Kaye
Textile designer known for hand-painted patterns and bespoke hospitality installations
Independent designer
Episode: 27 Candice Kaye, standing at the forefront of textile design.
Enrico Busto
Hat maker and founder of Busto and Son
Busto and Son
Episode: 25 Enrico Busto - From Marketing Executive to Handmade Hats
Mara Ohara
Tattoo artist, actor, model, and creator
Bike Shed Moto Co (LA)
Episode: 24 Mara Ohara - Tattoo artist, actor, model, and creative who’s built a life around transformation and storytelling.
Jonathan Harper
Automotive photographer with a Porsche-focused book project
Independent photographer
Episode: 23 Jonathan Harper - Building a career and authentic connections within the car community in LA and New York
Lukas Dong
Director and co-creator of The Alfa project
Filmmaker
Episode: 21 Inside The Alfa with filmmakers Aidan de Cadenet & Lukas Dong
Aidan de Cadenet
Filmmaker and co-creator of The Alfa project
Filmmaker
Episode: 21 Inside The Alfa with filmmakers Aidan de Cadenet & Lukas Dong
Tony Concep
Artist and creative director
Independent artist; global marketing agency professional
Episode: 20 TONY CONCEP - Street culture, global marketing, and reconnecting with the African diaspora.
Don Leonhardt
Primary city host for Los Angeles for the Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride
Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride (LA)
Episode: 19 DGR - The Power of Community and Culture, more than just a dapper motorcycle ride.
Luke Barr
Co-city host with Don, newer to LA leadership and involved in media/press for DGR
Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride (LA)
Episode: 19 DGR - The Power of Community and Culture, more than just a dapper motorcycle ride.

Host

Amir Ebrahimi
Host with two decades in production and documentary work across global stories, focusing on creators' journeys and workflows.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • A Must Listen for Content Folks

    I am a professional director, photographer, and the videographer. This podcast has helped me so much learn about the people who are best in my craft. I highly recommend it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Neiltheblogguy
    United States3 months ago
  • From a talented creative mind

    Amir Ebrahimi is a passionate artist - filmmaker, photographer - with a curious creative mind. He is truly the best host/interviewer for these conversations with other artists. Work and life lessons from a wonderful diversity of people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris Elise
    United States5 years ago
  • Love this podcast !

    It is with great pleasure to record this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AMIRNYC
    United States5 years ago
  • Filmmakers pay attention!

    Amir is the man! A true filmmaker, in the streets of LA , love watching his content. Production people can def learn from this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thanasis Petrakis
    United States5 years ago

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The host's storytelling feels authentic and hands-on, offering real-world guidance for photographers and videographers.
Guests are diverse and bring rich perspectives on process, gear, and career strategy.
The show is praised for its emphasis on craft over hype and for practical takeaways that creators can apply immediately.
Listeners appreciate deep-dive conversations with artists and creators who share actionable production tips.

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#48
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23 Jonathan Harper - Building a career and authentic connections within the car community in LA and New York
Q: What makes car culture in California special, and how has the community influenced your work?
He explains that the Southern California car community feels like a family, with regular meets creating familiarity and collaboration. This environment has shaped his approach to storytelling through images and behind-the-scenes content, reinforcing the value of building trust with car owners.
23 Jonathan Harper - Building a career and authentic connections within the car community in LA and New York
Q: When did actual film photography enter your work, and why did you shift toward analog now?
He narrates a push-pull between digital speed and analog texture, describing how an unexpected discovery (an XPan) sparked a new, more personal direction for his photography, especially for the book project, where film offers a distinct, cinematic feel he values for Porsche subjects.
22 REO - Exploring the Art and Future of AI
Q: What excites you most about AI, and what scares you?
Excitement centers on AI enabling powerful, cinematic storytelling and personalization, while fear focuses on governance, guardrails, and potential misuse in geopolitics and security, underscoring the need for responsible development.
22 REO - Exploring the Art and Future of AI
Q: What are your thoughts on NFTs and future monetization of digital art?
He notes that while the NFT hype faded, the core idea—that artists should monetize digital works and build loyal communities—remains valuable, and imagines new models like leaderboards or fan-backed investment in an artist's work.
22 REO - Exploring the Art and Future of AI
Q: When did AI first enter your process, and how has your workflow evolved?
He explains early experimentation during NFT-era and a gradual shift from 20% AI-driven input to a seamless integration where AI handles ideation and execution but is always guided by a strong editorial hand, including manual Photoshop touch-ups and After Effects refinements.

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A show focused on the creative process of photographers, videographers, and other visual storytellers, exploring how guests move from idea to finished work. Conversations tend to cover craft, workflow, collaborations, and the decision-making behind projects, from personal art books to documentary shoots, with an emphasis on lessons learned, endurance in the field, and building a sustainable creative practice. Notable strengths include a guest roster that spans photography, filmmaking, and related arts, plus clear themes around storytelling, career pivots, and the tools that enable production. Listeners can expect practical takeaways on shooting less but better, branding, and navigating the business side of creative work, often illustrated w... more

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7. Tony Concep
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