How to Practice Photography and Community Accelerated Growth with John Kenny

#561 John Kenny is a dedicated photographer based in rural England who shares his journey from picking up a camera for a family trip to building a portrait and headshot business. The conversation highlights John’s transition from landscape to portrait and headshot photography, underlining the importance of hands-on learning, continual practice, and client communication. KEY TOPICS COVERED Getting Started and Early Learning - John’s experiences underscore the importance of learning manual settings, understanding light, and learning from mistakes rather than relying solely on equipment. Building a Photography Business - The pivot from landscapes to portraits taught John that technical skill must be paired with people skills, client feedback, and creative planning for portrait success. Community and Growth - Engaging with photography communities, drawing inspiration from other creatives, and pursuing personal projects help accelerate development and confidence. IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS & CONCEPTS Manual Mode: Complete control over camera settings for creative results. Previsualization: Planning an image before capturing it, crucial for impactful photos. DISCUSSION & REFLECTION QUESTIONS How did your photography motivations change with experience? What role has community played in your learning? Which personal project would challenge you most? RESOURCES: Visit John Kenny's Website - https://www.johnkennyphotography.com/ Follow John Kenny on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnkenny_photography/ The Great British Photography Challenge (BBC) - https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-great-british-photography-challenge/ 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!