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The Four Most Influencing Photographers Since 2017

Josh Driver Photography October 22, 2020

In this post, I want to identify and thank the following four photographers for influencing me in the last four years with their expertise, passion, and most of all, generosity. Sharing with me equipment, knowledge, secret locations, passion, expertise, time, …

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I don’t Suffer from Creative Block. But Practical Block, Yes.

Josh Driver Photography September 26, 2020

Someone asked me if I suffer from creative block, like writer’s block, and how I overcome it. In photography, that might mean mental fatigue from seeing all these creative pictures from peers and competitors and being drained and feeling hopeless …

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September’s Arrival Means Autumn Planning

Josh Driver Photography September 7, 2020

Today, I’m excited even as I’m still dealing with the “year-in-limbo” as it’s been harder to make concrete plans in 2020. I’m currently mapping out that sweet one month window where autumn colors blossom in the Midwest. It’s a very …

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Without My Mentor, I’d Be…Well, Poorer!

Josh Driver Photography August 31, 2020

When people ask me about photography, I usually tell them about the three major ingredients that brought me the start up success I’ve had to date: Passion Practice A mentor I would say passion brought practice which led to more …

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Spring, You’re Looking Better Every Year

Josh Driver Photography May 11, 2020

Seriously, though. Spring is more and more endearing to me every year. Yes, the Minnesotan winter takes a toll even on this self-proclaimed lover of ice. Obviously, there is the warm relief spring brings. But I’ve really seen my appreciation …

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What If?

Josh Driver Photography May 7, 2020

I was listening to the LensWork Podcast today, one of the channels that spark creative thought and ideas for blog posts, and it sparked me to comment on this “What if?” question. Brooks Jensen, host of the podcast, was describing …

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Photographing Trees in Winter

Josh Driver Photography January 7, 2020

It’s harder than I thought. This somewhat surprises me. They are just trees, silent and aloof, moving only when wind passes through. We see them every time we go outside. When I approach they don’t flee but pose tall and …

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Are People More Interested in What’s New, Rather Than What’s Better?

Josh Driver Photography December 19, 2019

I recently read a business article with the title, Being Different Beats Being Better. It followed up with a quote: “Everyone is interested in what’s new. Few people are interested in what’s better. Who cares about a marginally better product …

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When Iconic & Photogenic Locations Change

Josh Driver Photography December 14, 2019

I knew the “Sea Stack”, formerly an arch in Tettegouche State Park, was popular among photographers and park visitors. But upon its collapse into Lake Superior during a storm over the weekend, I saw the impact its disappearance across the …

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Astrophotography Addiction

Josh Driver Photography September 30, 2019

On September 1, I was a young child, filled with wonder and awe. I chased the night sky charms with a fellow photographer and friend on a thrilling adventure. From blue hour on what I call Minnesota’s small Cliffs of …

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