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My Creative Journey with Mike JeffreyAuthor: Mike Jeffrey
This isnt just a Photography Podcast. Its a deep dive into the minds of creative peoplewhat drives them, what scares them, and how they push through challenges to do what they love. My Creative Journey is for creatives, entrepreneurs, and dreamers ready to overcome fear, embrace new challenges, and unlock their full potential. Each week, Mike sits down with photographers, videographers, artists, and visionaries who have turned their passions into thriving careers. Through real stories, actionable advice, and practical strategies, youll learn how to break through creative blocks, step outside your comfort zone, and build a life and career that truly inspires you. Whether youre just starting out or already established, this podcast will give you the mindset shifts and tools you need to grow. New episodes release every Monday! Language: en Genres: Arts, Business, Entrepreneurship Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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S04 E14 - Flash Fundamentals Every Wedding Photographer Should Know (with Laura Shepherd)
Episode 14
Sunday, 22 February, 2026
Laura Shepherd is a wedding photographer, flash enthusiast and educator based in Portland, Oregon known for her bold, editorial style and refreshingly simple approach to off camera flash. In this episode, we go deep into flash photography and break down why so many photographers overcomplicate it. Laura shares how she learned flash early in her career, why she believes light is creative rather than technical and intimidating and how simplifying education has become part of her mission. We also dive into her journey from working in marketing at Nike, to becoming a corporate flight attendant, to discovering photography during 2020 and completely changing her life. She talks openly about imposter syndrome, burnout, social media, and what it means to be an introvert building community online. If flash has ever confused you, intimidated you, or felt overly technical, this conversation will help you rethink it completely. Laura's Off Camera Flash Guide: https://www.laurashepherdimages.com/product-page/master-guide-to-off-camera-flash Say Hi to Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurashepherdimages/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laura_shepherd_images Sign up for updates from Laura about new courses & guides: https://mailchi.mp/09a9bef98304/laura-shepherd-images-email-list In this episode we talk about: - Why flash doesn’t have to look flashy - How to actually understand aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and flash working together - The biggest mistakes photographers make when learning flash - Why copying someone else’s settings will never work - TTL vs manual on real wedding days - How to recognise flash in other people’s work - Using higher apertures like f/8, f/11 or even f/14 for that editorial look - When one flash is enough and when two lights make sense - How to get comfortable moving your flash off camera Thanks for tuning in and if you did enjoy todays episode, make sure to leave a Rating or Review on your platform of choice. Check out the Video Podcast on YouTube Mike's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikejeffreyphoto/ Mike's TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mikejeffreyphoto/ Editing and Post Production by Mossy Heart Media https://www.mossyheartmedia.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/mossyheartmedia/ Music Created by JWPATON https://www.instagram.com/jwptn/
