Photographic Connections

Jul 09 2024 54 ep. 46 mins 30

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Connecting you to self, nature and others through the art of photography. Join Kim Grant as she connects with fellow photographers from around the world to explore the positive benefits that photography can bring.

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Ep54 - Kat Mahale: The Transformative Power of Self-Portrait Photography

Jul 09 2024 53 mins

In this episode, Kim speaks with Kat Mahale about how photographing herself completely changed her life. The conversation explores the deep connection between photography and mental health, and the ongoing process of self-discovery, growth and healing through self-portraiture. The discussion also highlights the subjective nature of photography and the different ways joy and happine

Ep53 - Stephen Hatch: Spiritual Growth Through Nature Photography

May 11 2024 52 mins

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Stephen Hatch; a contemplative teacher, thinker, photographer, and writer, as he shares his deep connection with nature and how photography can help us connect with the oneness of life. He emphasises the importance of silence and beauty in nature and how it can inspire interior love and joy. Much of Stephen's inspiration came from from John Muir, l

Ep52 - Ellie MacDonald: The Therapeutic Benefits of Mindful Photography

May 01 2024 48 mins

In this conversation, Kim Grant speaks with Ellie MacDonald, as she shares her journey into mindful photography and how it has transformed her life. She discusses the practice of mindful photography, the benefits it offers, and the connection between mindfulness and photography. Ellie also talks about her studies in mindfulness and compassion, her new podcast called Capturing Calm,

Ep51 - Embracing Freedom and Self-Inquiry in Season Two

Apr 26 2024 28 mins

In the first episode of season two, Kim Grant shares her excitement about recording more episodes for the podcast and discusses some changes she's making. She emphasises the importance of freedom and creativity in her work and announces that she will no longer have a set schedule for releasing episodes. Kim also talks about her decision to spend less time on social media and explai

Ep50 - Cody Schultz: Slowing Down and Connecting With Nature Through Large Format Photography

Mar 04 2024 52 mins

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Cody Schultz, an American photographer with a love for black and white large format photography. Cody shares his journey into photography and how he was deeply inspired by other photographers, such as Ben Horne and Simon Baxter. He discusses his connection with nature and interest in black and white photography, as well as the challenges and reward

Ep49 - Sarah Marino: Rethinking Our Approach To Conservation Photography

Feb 26 2024 57 mins

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

Ep48 - Randy Bullerwell: Navigating Depression Through Contemplative Photography

Feb 19 2024 45 mins

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Canadian photographer Randy Bullerwell. Randy shares how he was introduced to photography by a friend and further deepened his connection to it through mentors he met along the way, leading him to to learn contemplative and mindful ways to use his camera. Through this he has been able to find great release and a tool to channel his emotions through

Ep47 - Nicki Gwynn-Jones: Giving Ourselves The Freedom To Experiment With Our Photography

Feb 12 2024 43 mins

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Orkney based photographer Nicki Gwynn-Jones. Nicki creates images from a place of flow and movement and shares how her love for wild swimming and dance helps her with creating her images. She also speaks about the joys of being free to create images in whatever way we wish and how she taps into the magic of the natural world. Journey into photograp

Ep46 - Matthew Whelan: Exploring Our Internal World Through Photography

Feb 05 2024 62 mins

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Scottish based scientist and photographer Matthew Whelan. Matt shares how he combines his science interest and his creative expression to help him understand life and channel his emotions following the loss of a close friend to suicide. Topics CoveredJourney into photographyUsing photography as a tool to express ourselfLosing a friend to suicide Ex

Ep45 - Gill Moon: Using Our Senses To Connect With Nature And Create Emotion In Our Images

Jan 29 2024 41 mins

Gill is a landscape photographer based in Surrey in the UK. She shares how her fond childhood memories of nature, photography and sailing inspired her to do what she is doing now. She also shares how she loves to bring feelings of calm into her images and why her local area speaks so deeply to her. Topics CoveredJourney into photography Her love for sailingUsing photography as a me