In this weeks episode, Kim Grant speaks with Sarah Marino. Sarah shares the concept of conservation photography and finding a mission-oriented focus in her work, as well as the challenges she faced in transitioning to photography as a career. She highlights the importance of teaching and bringing skills from her previous career into her photography business.  She also discusses the combination of writing and photography and the empowerment of self-publishing. Finally, Sarah shares her experience as the co-founder of the Nature First Photography Alliance, sharing the importance of responsible nature photography. She explains how the organisation developed seven principles to guide photographers in being more mindful of their impact on the environment. 

Topics Discussed

• How photography can be a meditative practice that helps to relieve stress and bring a sense of calm and joy.
• The benefits of bringing skills and experiences from our previous career with us when transitioning to photography as a profession.
• How finding a unique niche and being authentic in your work can help you stand out in the photography industry.
• The power of self-publishing and how it allows photographers to have more control over their work and reach their audience directly. 
• How we can practice nature photography responsibly with the seven principles created by Nature First alliance to help guide photographers in being mindful of their impact on the environment.
• How being curiosity and learning about the natural world can enhance our photography experience and generate a lifelong pursuit of exploration of creative practice.

Connection with Sarah:
Website: smallscenes.com
Instagram: instagram.com/sarahmarinophoto
YouTube: youtube.com/SarahMarinoPhoto

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