Breaking Photography Rules to Level Up Your Skills with Louis Stevenson

#543 Louis Stevenson is a photographer based in Washington State. Louis shares his journey in photography, which began in his childhood when his father introduced him to shooting with point-and-shoot cameras and later SLR film cameras. His renewed enthusiasm for photography was sparked by capturing the solar eclipse with his phone, which led him to pursue it more seriously. The conversation dives into the transition from shooting as a hobby to taking it professionally, with a unique focus on race photography and youth sports. KEY TOPICS COVERED Discovering Photography - Louis recounts his early experiences with photography, highlighting the influence of his father's documentation habits and his own desire to capture moments for personal memory and storytelling. Pursuing Photography as a Passion and Profession - The conversation outlines Louis's transition from hobbyist to enthusiast, notably after the solar eclipse event, pushing him to acquire a better understanding of photographic techniques and equipment. Action Sports Photography Techniques - Louis and Raymond discuss the intricacies involved in photographing dynamic subjects such as motorcycles and youth sports, emphasizing the importance of context, capturing action, and the technical aspects of utilizing shutter speed and autofocus efficiently. IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS & CONCEPTS Exposure Triangle: The relationship between ISO, aperture, and shutter speed in achieving the correct exposure. Documenting Action: The importance of providing context and capturing dynamic moments to convey the intensity and story of sports events. DISCUSSION & REFLECTION QUESTIONS How does your personal interest or hobbies influence your approach to photography? What steps can you take to understand and master the exposure triangle effectively? How can experimenting with camera angles and dutch tilts enhance the storytelling in your photography? RESOURCES: Visit Louis Stevenson's Website - https://stevensonfoto.com/ Follow Louis Stevenson on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevensonfoto/ Grab your free 52 Lightroom Presets at http://freephotographypresets.com/ Connect with Raymond! Go from Confused to Confident behind the camera with The Ultimate Photography Education Bundle - https://beginnerphotopod.com/bundle Join the free Beginner Photography Podcast Community at https://beginnerphotopod.com/group Grab your free camera setting cheatsheet - https://perfectcamerasettings.com/ Thanks for listening & keep shooting!