In episode 480 of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, Matt Payne is joined by photographers Ben Maze and Murray Livingston, who share their journeys in landscape photography, growing up during the rise of social media and how it has influenced their artistic development for better and worse. The discussion covers their approach to intentional image-making, the importance of seeking inspiration beyond Instagram and learning from photographic history, and how they balance the pressure to produce with the creative rewards of slowing down. They explore the realities of building sustainable careers through education and workshops, especially running workshops in Scotland together, and reflect on the challenges and benefits of being younger professionals in the field. Throughout, they emphasize maintaining authenticity amidst commercial and algorithmic pressures, advocating for deep engagement with nature and diverse artistic influences over chasing trends for quick attention. Links and Resources Mentioned:

1. Ben Maze & Murray Livingston
2. Muench Workshops
3. Support the show on Patreon
4. The Colorado Way (Matt Payne's Book)
5. Peter Dombrovskis, Joe Cornish, Clark Little, Ray Collins, William Neill, Alex Noriega, Ken Duncan, Heesu Chung, Andrea Celli, Andrea Pozzi, Luis Afonso
6. Looking at Photographs by John Szarkowski
7. Photography in Print by Vicki Goldberg
8. Photographers on Photography by Nathan Lyons
9. NLPA (Natural Landscape Photography Awards)
10. Discord Server for Landscape Photographers

In episode 479 of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," Matt Payne talks with photographer and army veteran Nichole Vild about her unique journey from a 20-year military career to building a new life rooted in creativity and neuroscience. Nichole shares how her experiences moving around the world shaped her perspective, the role photography played in her transition out of the military, and her passion for the emerging field of neuroarts: the study of how creative and aesthetic experiences change the brain and enhance well-being. She discusses her new venture, Roaming Wild Adventures, which uses custom photo prompt cards and guided journals to strengthen curiosity, creativity, and emotional resilience (use code FSTOP79 - good June 22 -July 7). The conversation highlights the importance of getting outside, slowing down, and practicing mindful creativity as a strategy for navigating life’s transitions and building stronger neural connections.

1. Order Matt Payne's Book, The Colorado Way
2. Support the show on Patreon
3. Muench Workshops
4. Neuroarts Blueprint
5. Sally Mann
6. Rannveig Björk
7. Kerry-Ann Lecky Hepburn
8. The Nature Fix by Florence Williams
9. Tim Floyd's book

In episode 478 of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," Matt Payne welcomes back Jason Bradley, publisher and content director of Wild Eye Magazine, to explore the intersection of passion, creativity, and photography publishing. Jason Bradley shares his journey from underwater photography to founding Wild Eye, gives insight into the evolving landscape of nature photography magazines, and stresses the importance of printing images for creative growth. The conversation covers how photographic history and community influence his work, tips for getting published, why writing matters, and the differences between fine art and "postcard" photography. There's also discussion about the revitalization of analog processes, building a photography community, and special giveaways for listeners.

1. Jason Bradley / Bradley Photographic Lab
2. Wild Eye Magazine
3. Muench Workshops
4. John Shaw Book
5. Ansel Adams: A Biography by Mary Street Alinder
6. John Sexton
7. Ted Orland
8. Vital Impacts (Amy Vitale's foundation)
9. Patterns by Jon McCormick
10. Bob Talbot
11. Crush It by Gary Vaynerchuk
12. Support the show on Patreon
13. Support Matt Payne's Book
14. Wild Eye Magazine promo code "FSTOP": wildeyemagazine.com (use code at checkout)
15. Bradley Photographic Print Lab promo code "FSTOP": bradleyprintandphoto.com (mention code at checkout)