Shoot Wisely the Creators Podcast with Amir Ebrahimi
Shoot Wisely podcast host Amir Ebrahimi has over 20 years of experience in production and has traveled the world as a documentarian covering a wide range of projects including the 2016 Olympics in Rio, social issues for the health ministry of Ethiopia, extensive global and national coverage of the NBA on and off the court, and documenting Cambodian orphanages to name a few. Host Amir Ebrahimi talks to guests about their process of creation and the road that led them to create for a living. The Shoot Wisely Podcast will have a heavy focus on photographers and videographers/DP's but will be open to inspiring creators such as artists, writers, designers, editors, etc. The main aim of the show is to talk to creates about their journey and process of creating to inspire people to create and shoot wisely. The show will have a very loose format but will touch on the who, what, where, and why. With a small portion of the conversation dedicated to the tools each creator utilizes. Thank you and please leave a review and share.
Episodes
24 episodes
24 Mara Ohara - Tattoo artist, actor, model, and creative who’s built a life around transformation and storytelling.
Mara O’Hara isn’t easy to define. She’s a tattoo artist, actor, model, and creative who’s built a life around transformation and storytelling. With multiple feature films already under her belt and three more in production this year alone M...
23 Jonathan Harper - Building a career and authentic connections within the car community in LA and New York
The Creative Journey of Automotive Photographer Jonathan HarperDiscover how Jonathan Harper’s childhood fascination with cars grew into a thriving career in automotive photography, blending film and digital work to ...
22 REO - Exploring the Art and Future of AI
Exploring the Art and Future of AI with REODive into a thought-provoking conversation with REO, an innovative artist blending traditional skills with cutting-edge AI technology. We explore his background, views on digi...
21 Inside The Alfa with filmmakers Aidan de Cadenet & Lukas Dong
Shoot Wisely Podcast — A conversation with Aidan de Cadenet & Lukas DongIn this special in-person episode of Shoot Wisely, I sit down with filmmaker Aidan de Cadenet and director Lukas Dong to talk about...
20 TONY CONCEP - Street culture, global marketing, and reconnecting with the African diaspora.
In this episode, Tony Concep shares his journey as an artist rooted in street culture, his career in marketing, and his dedication to reconnecting African art with the African diaspora. We explore the power of community, the influence of tec...
19 DGR - The Power of Community and Culture, more than just a dapper motorcycle ride.
The Power of Community and Culture in the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride.Join us for an insightful discussion with Don Leonhardt and Luke Barr as they share the emotional and logistical journey behind organizing the Los Angeles...
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18 Samantha Jacob - Wedding Photography & Building a lasting brand
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY & BUILDING A LASTING BRANDNavigating Creativity and Business as a Modern Photographer with Samantha JacobDiscover how Samantha Jacob, a versatil...
17 Justus West - Exploring the Art of Making Music and Community Building
Exploring the Art of Making Musicand Community Building with Justus West. In this episode, guitarist and producer Justus shares insights into his musical journey, the challenges of mastering gu...
16 Bart Kuykens - Car and Portrait Photographer
Exploring Photography, Cars, and Cultures with Bart Kuykens.Delve into the world of visual storytelling, automotive passion, and cultural insights with renowned photographer Bart Kuykens. This ...
15 Tony Menias - Travel Photographer never looked back from leaving Medical field.
How to Embrace Your Creative Journey: Insights from Tony MeniasDiscover how Tony Menias transformed his life from medicine to photography, faced challenges, and found inspiration. Perfect for aspiring creatives seeking guidance....
14 Samantha Jacob - Wedding and Life style photographer
Episode 14 — Samantha Jacobs Wedding and Lifestyle Photographer. In Episode 14 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with wedding and lifestyle photographer Samantha Jacobs to talk about taking a leap of faith — leaving her...
13 Mathew Stuko - Sports Producer
Episode 13 — Mathew Stucko, Emmy-winning producer.In Episode 13 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with Emmy-winning producer Mathew Stucko to break down the mindset of determination and what it really takes to run a podcast ...
12 Reilly Balcom - New Age creator
Episode 12 — Reilly BalcomIn Episode 12 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with up-and-coming creator Reilly Balcom to talk about building momentum in the early stages of a creative career.We discuss what it means to d...
11 Host Amir Ebrahimi on producing a Podcast
Episode 11 — Shoot Wisely Host Amir EbrahimiIn Episode 11 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I step out from behind the questions and into the guest seat to reflect on the journey of building and running the podcast.This episode is a ca...
10 Thanasis Petrakis UFC/NBA Videographer
Episode 10 — Thanasis Petrakis, UFC/NBA Videographer In Episode 10 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with videographer Thanasis Petrakis to talk about capturing some of the most iconic moments in modern sports history.<...
09 Adam Berstein Legendary NBA photographer of 30+ years
Episode 09 — Andrew D. BernsteinIn Episode 09 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with legendary NBA photographer Andrew D. Bernstein to talk about a career spent documenting basketball history from courtside.We discuss his cl...
08 Tony Menias - Leaving the Medical field to be a full time Photographer
Episode 08 — Tony Mendias Street/Travel PhotographerIn Episode 08 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with photographer Tony Mendias to talk about his decision to leave the medical field and pursue a career in photography — a ...
07 Khary Mason retired Homicide Detective turned Photographer
Episode 07 — Khary Mason, retired Homicide Detective turned Photographer. In Episode 07 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with retired homicide detective Khary Mason to discuss how photography and writing became tools f...
06 Jake Ricker Golden Gate Bridge Street Film Photographer
Episode 06 — Jake Ricker (Documenting the Golden Gate Bridge on film)In Episode 06 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with photographer Jake Ricker to discuss his multi-year project documenting the Golden Gate Bridge entirely...
05 John S Couch - Author of (The Art of Creative Rebellion)
Episode 05 — John S. Couch (The Art of Creative Rebellion)In Episode 05 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with writer and former Apple creative executive John S. Couch to discuss his book The Art o...
04 Suitcase Joe (Anonymous Skid Row Photographer)
Episode 04 — Suitcase Joe (Anonymous Skid Row Photographer)In Episode 04 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with Suitcase Joe — an unidentified photographer documenting life in Los Angeles’ Skid Row.Choosing to remain ...
03 Jamel Shabazz, Legendary Street photographer
Episode 03 — Jamel ShabazzIn Episode 03 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with legendary NYC street photographer Jamel Shabazz for a powerful and honest conversation about photography, community, and purpose.We talk a...
02 Mark De Clive Lowe
Episode 02 — Mark de Clive-Lowe (Heritage 2)In Episode 02 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with Mark de Clive-Lowe to discuss the release of his album Heritage II.We talk about the vision behind Heritage II
01 Japan Camera Hunter AKA Bellamy Hunt in Tokyo, Japan
Episode 01 — Bellamy Hunt (Japan Camera Hunter)In the debut episode of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with Bellamy Hunt — better known as Japan Camera Hunter — inside his Tokyo office in 2019 for a rare and personal conversa...
