After Dark Photography Podcast
Episodes
63 episodes
Episode 61: The 2026 Milky Way Season
The photographers who come home with photos they love? They didn't just show up. They planned. In this episode, I'm walking you through the 2026 Milky Way season, month by month, including what to prioritize, when to practice, and h...
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Episode 60: Conversations with Kristine: The Art World
What does it really mean to be an artist today? In this eye-opening solo episode, let’s peel back the curtain on the often-unspoken systems of the art world. From art school degrees and gallery representation to grants, residencies, and direct-...
Episode 59: Conversations with Kristine: Creativity & Change
What happens when creativity doesn’t feel the same anymore? When the places that once sparked inspiration now carry the weight of memory and change?In this first episode of a new series, Conversations with Kristine, we dive into the evolving na...
Episode 58: Creativity, Connection, and Resilience
Introduction This episode explores how creativity—particularly photography—can serve as a powerful tool for building resilience, processing difficult emotions, and reconnecting with ourselves and our communities. Whether you'...
Episode 57: Photoshop and Artificial Intelligence
In today's episode, I'm diving deep into a topic that's been coming up constantly in my photography communities - artificial intelligence and its role in night photography. Whether you're excited about AI's potential or concerned about its impa...
Episode 56: Unlocking Creativity & Navigating Grief
In this episode, I dive deep into the impact of creativity on navigating grief. Sharing personal stories and insights into the grieving process, I discuss how creative outlets like photography and gardening can serve as anchors during tough tim...
Episode 55: My Favourite Milky Way Lighting
Understanding and effectively utilizing light is key in capturing stunning images of the Milky Way. By exploring the contrast and harmony between natural and artificial light sources, photographers can hone their skill and express their artisti...
Episode 54: How to Build an Image
A photo is just a 2D representation of the physical world, isn’t it? This is something I hear a lot in the fine art world and given the history of photography and how widespread and easily accessible the medium is now I’m ...
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Episode 53: She’s Back! Start Photographing the Milky Way
March! Here in Nova Scotia the birds are out, the snow is melting, and my brain is sloughing off the layers that have built up over the winter.It is also the return of the Milky Way core being visible in the night sky! In the h...
Episode 52: What it takes to "Make It"
The photography industry has undergone significant changes due to technology and social media. Photographers are now seen as personal brands.The ugly truth is that to be a working photographer you will not just be taking photos...
Episode 51: Top 10 Website Mistakes
As a photographer looking to build or improve your website, wouldn’t you like to know the 10 biggest mistakes photographers make when creating their websites? In this episode I explain why in the age of social media we need a website, avoiding ...
Episode 50: Creating a Body of Work
In our latest episode we focus on the importance of a central theme or intention. A cohesive body of work not only enhances artistic expression but also opens doors for exhibitions and sales. It's a journey that allows for profound exploration ...
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Episode 49: Capturing Clarity and Overcoming Overwhelm in Photography
Overwhelm and feeling stuck are common experiences that can hinder productivity and well-being. By questioning the reality of demands, examining thoughts and stories, and shifting language and thoughts, it is possible to overcome overwhelm. ...
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Winter Sky Photography
Despite the cold weather, there are still plenty of opportunities for night sky photography in winter. Planning and researching based on your location is important, and software like Stellarium can help you figure out where and when to see d...
2024 Year Goals
Today, I want to talk about my goals and plans for the year 2024. I believe that setting intentions and being intentional are key to achieving our desired outcomes. One of the frameworks I follow for goal setting is the SM...
Year in Review: 2023
In this episode, I take a deep dive into my year, reflecting on my goals, accomplishments, and the lessons I've learned along the way. Join me as I share my experiences, challenges, and the impact I've had on others.Episode Highlights:
Back to Basics: Part 4 Exposure
This is what we've been waiting for. How it all comes together and gets us our final image.The first step in that is understanding our ISO and how that is the same and different with digital cameras (vs ASA films speeds of yore) and how...
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Back to Basics: Shutter Speed (Part 3 of 4)
Part 3 should be a breeze after getting through Part 2: Aperture. I do this on purpose actually, give you the setting and control that takes some mind wrangling to wrap our heads around and then let you breeze through this episode ...
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Back to Basics: Part 2 Aperture
The next step in our world domination, I mean camera mastery is to understand how our lens controls the amount of light getting recorded and the actual way the photo looks beyond exposure.That comes down to three factors:Aperture
Back to Basics: Part 1 Our Camera
This is the first in a 4-part series on mastering your camera.As we’re going into my free training: Your First Milky Way Photo I wanted to get everyone on the same ...
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Episode 41: 4 Key Lessons After a Break
I took a break, just over 2 months off of social media and here with you on the podcast.It’s hard to believe that it’s only been that long, given everything that has happened in that time. Including an amazing conference, ...
Cosmic Chronicles: May 2023
You can also watch the video version of this on my YouTube channel here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3RqS1rOlxY
The Power of Signal
Hooooboy – are you ready for a really important conversation about night photography?Yes, I’m about to get very technical, and this could be one of the most important episodes you ever listen to on the theory of light and signal as it p...
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