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F-Stop Collaborate and Listen - A Photography Podcast

F-Stop Collaborate and Listen - A Photography Podcast

By: Matt Payne
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This photography podcast takes you well beyond camera gear each week with weekly interviews and panel discussions with professional photographers, industry insiders, enthusiasts, and hobbyists alike. Our candid but laid-back conversations deeply explore the craft of photography and psychological drivers relating to creativity, motivation, inspiration, and workflow. We also discuss social media, photography business practices, marketing, sales, and hot topics impacting photographers from all genres, with a particular focus on landscape, nature, and wildlife photography. The show is hosted by Matt Payne, a professional full-time nature photographer and the co-founder of the internationally renowned photography competition, the Natural Landscape Photography Awards. Matt leverages skills he gained in pursuit of his Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology to dig deeply into the hearts and minds of his passionate guests, revealing secrets and inspiration in every episode.

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Episodes
  • Exploring the World of Photography Neuroarts | Nichole Vild
    Jun 22 2026

    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
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    52 mins
  • Follow Your Photography Passion to Wild Heights | Jason Bradley
    Jun 15 2026

    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.

    Links and Resources Mentioned This Week
    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)
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    1 hr
  • Balancing Life, Art, and Social Media as a Photographer | Grant Swinbourne
    Jun 8 2026

    In episode 477 of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, host Matt Payne welcomes landscape photographer and podcast host Grant Swinbourne for an insightful conversation about Grant's journey from a childhood fascination with photography to becoming more intentional and artistic in his work, especially after retirement. Grant shares how life events, including a lengthy IT career, family priorities, and the impact of COVID lockdowns, have shaped his practice and outlook, leading him to slow down and focus on the creative process rather than volume. The discussion covers the evolving role of photography in the art world, challenges with social media and image theft, the balance between personal satisfaction and business, and the lessons learned through podcasting. Both speakers reflect on how engaging with a diverse community of photographers has enriched their perspectives and creativity, offering listeners plenty to contemplate about their own approach to photography. Links and Resources:

    1. Grant Swinbourne
    2. Landscape Photography World Podcast
    3. Muench Workshops
    4. Support the show on Patreon
    5. Andy Vukasev
    6. Helen Cyr
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    1 hr and 2 mins
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