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Ranger Rick Magazine might just be as familiar and well-loved to us nature photographers as that famously yellow-bordered magazine, National Geographic. But how familiar are you with the woman who sits in the editor's chair at this favorite kids' publication, and selects the storytelling images that fill the pages? Well, you're about to learn a whole lot...
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It's easy to let your creative time slip to the back burner... or slip off the stove entirely. This surprisingly powerful tool will help you both make time for your photography AND make great forward progress on your projects.
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You're ready to photograph a story... but what kind of story will it be? If you've never tackled a photo story before, this is your first hurdle. But don't worry - here are three types of photo stories that offer clearest place to begin your adventure.
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Are you overlooking the most important question to ask yourself as a conservation photographer? This episode helps you discover the cornerstone of your work!
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If you’re fired up about conservation photography and are excited to dive in, this episode will give you a better understanding of exactly how to get started on a photo story.
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What exactly is conservation photography and how do you get started? We dig into the details of what sets conservation photographers apart, bust several myths about what it isn't, and detail three specific ways for you to get started right where you are.
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Use business mindset strategies to become an even more effective, joyful, and respected volunteer conservation photographer with your favorite local organizations.
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Welcome to part two of a multi-episode series that dives behind the scenes of my photography project Watershed Sentinels! We're exploring the ups, the downs, and strategies for project success.
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The motivation to get moving, to overcome an obstacle, to dream BIG usually comes from conversations with friends and mentors. And that's what we're dishing up in this episode. Prepare yourself for inspiration and motivation, no matter what stage you're in as a conservation photographer.
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There's five wise areas to invest your money, especially if you're just starting out, but these are smart investments for any point in your career. And there's also two places I often see money wasted, and I breakdown where to spare yourself unnecessary expenses.
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Dive behind the scenes of my photography project Watershed Sentinels! In this episode, discover how the project all began, including the process and strategies I used to help this big, hefty project take shape.
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Carla's story of courage, perseverance and surprising lessons learned will give you the inspiration and encouragement to overcome any nervousness about starting your next photo project.
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