The Lakescape Photography Podcast

Spring Landscapes with Chris Noronha In this episode professional landscape photographer Chris Noronha joins us to discuss the challenges and rewards of chasing what each season offers. Sharing some excellent advice, Chris explains how he approaches the seasons and embraces the changes that come with each! Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Chasing the Aurora with Melissa F. Kaelin Join Melissa F. Kaelin and Nicholas Albert as they discuss chasing the Northern Lights throughout the Great Lakes region and beyond. From understanding the forecast data to getting to the best viewing locations, Melissa shares some excellent advice for those looking to get out and enjoy the marvels of the night sky! Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Astrophotography in the Great Lakes with Marybeth Kiczenski Join Marybeth Kicsenski and Nicholas Albert as they discuss the wonders of astrophotography, astrolandscape photography, and the many methods and approaches that you can use to do the same thing! In this episode, Marybeth shares stories of her recent adventure to Alaska where she chased the Northern Lights, and recounts some of her favorite memories right here in the Great Lakes!   Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone with Jason Ray Join Jason Ray and Nicholas Albert as they discuss breaking out of your comfort zone, and keeping yourself motivated in the field and beyond. From shooting something new to entering art shows, Jason shares his experience in continuously growing, reflecting, and building the photographer you want to be.  Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Nature First, Photos Second In this episode, I share what Nature First, Photos Second means to me! it is more than a saying, it is an ethos, and the foundation of everything that I do. I also discuss the upcoming change to the release schedule. The show is going to be changing from weekly to biweekly starting Tuesday, April 1st!  Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

The New HDR with Greg Benz Join Greg Benz and Nicholas Albert as they discuss the new HDR in photography, and how it is changing the ways we can share our images in new and exciting ways. This is not your traditional HDR processing from yesteryear, rather, a brand new approach rooted in modern technology that will transform the way we view and share images.  Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

The Art of Solo Travel with Aubrieta Hope. Join Aubrieta Hope and Nicholas Albert as they discuss the challenges and rewards of solo traveling as a landscape photographer. From planning and preparedness, to night skies and early mornings on the shoreline of Lake Superior, Aubrieta shares some of her favorite stories, experiences, and advice as a landscape photographer solo traveling throughout the Great Lakes and beyond!  Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Staying Creative with Jennifer Batts  Join Jennifer Batts and Nicholas Albert as they discuss staying creative in landscape photography. From workshops to personal challenges, and approaching photography in a way that speaks directly to you, Jennifer shares her experience and stories across years of photography in multiple genres. This was a great discussion with a great photographer, make sure to check out more of her work at the links below!  Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Visual Storytelling with Bryan Hansel Join Bryan Hansel and Nicholas Albert as they discuss authenticity in modern landscape photography. From artificial intelligence to composition and the story being shared, Bryan shares his experience and expertise from over 20 years of experience in landscape photography. Make sure to check out the links to his work below to see the images discussed in the episode and follow along with his journey!   Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

The Unseen Upper Peninsula with Yooper Steve. Join Yooper Steve and Nicholas Albert as they discuss bushwhacking and off trail adventures in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. From the basic gear to the patience it takes to come home with great images, listen along as Steve shares some of his tips, advice, and information about his tours in one of the most beautiful places on earth!  Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

The Sunsets and Shorelines of Western Michigan with Nick Irwin. Join Nick Irwin and Nicholas Albert as they discuss the approaches to landscape photography on Lake Michgans shorelines. From telling a story with your images to choosing the right focal length for the scene, Nick shares his experience and expertise in the field!  Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Chasing Night Skies with David Behrens Join David Behrens and Nicholas Albert as they discuss the joy of astrophotography, and the many ways that opportunities present themselves in the Great Lakes. From the Northern Lights to the Milky Way, and star filled skies above the landscape. These are the experiences and magic of night skies in Michigan! Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Embracing the Photographic Experience with Walter E. Elliott Join Walter E. Elliott and Nicholas Albert as they discuss the experiences that make landscape photography so rewarding, and some commentary on the incredible locations that make Michigan so unique. From getting out in poor conditions, to just shooting in your own backyard, Walter shares his experience as a landscape photographer right here in Michigan! Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Winter Hiking Essentials In this episode, I share the winter hiking gear that I use to get the shot and the items that I know I can rely on in the field. From hats to socks, jackets, to baselayers, and everything in between! Join me as I explain what I use to get the winter images that I share with you!  Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Michigan Winter Landscapes with Neil Weaver Join Neil Weaver and Nicholas Albert as they discuss the challenges and rewards of winter landscape photography and the many beautiful areas Michigan offers. From planning and preparation to making the best of those wintry days in the wilderness, Neil shares his wisdom and experience from over 20 years of exploration and photography. Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

The Quiet Scenes of Winter Listen along as Nick explains the challenges, rewards, and approaches to winter landscape photography. Learn how to embrace the season and practice new, exciting techniques, applicable year-round, from small scenes to minimalist compositions. Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Setting Goals & Benchmarking in Landscape Photography In this episode, Nick explains his process of reflection, introspection, and goal setting for the New Year. Being open to learning new things is key in all aspects of life. You don't need to struggle to improve your photography. Listen in as Nick shares his process, approach, and thoughts about growth, goal setting, and reflection. Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Welcome to The Lakescape Photography Podcast The landscape photography podcast of the Great Lakes. Join Nicholas Albert as he shares his background in the region, introduces the podcast and some exciting new content for 2025.  Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

Thank you for such a great year everyone! With the holidays right around the corner and the show changing formats, this is going to be the last episode for the year! I will be back in 2025, until then, I wish you all a wonderful holiday season and thank you for making 2024 such a great year! 

This week Josh and I are joined by Jake Ring, author and photographer located in the Western Upper Peninsula. Join us as Jake shares his exciting upcoming book, and discusses bushwhacking in Michigan's wildest locations!  Follow Jake's Instagram: River_Darter Preorder the book and follow along with updates here!     

Join Nick for a discussion on the seasons of photography, and a little reflection on 2024. 

Nick's Website: https://nicholasalbertphotography.com/    Nick's Socials: Facebook Instagram YouTube    Josh's Website: https://joshbelangerphotography.com/    Josh's Socials: Facebook Instagram   Podcast Facebook Group: Podcast Facebook     Podcast Instagram Page: Podcast Instagram    Neil's Sites:   Neil Weaver: https://www.neilweaverphotography.com/index    Vision Landscape Photo Workshops: https://www.visionlandscapephotoworkshops.com/    Neil's Porcupine Mountains Gallery: https://www.neilweaverphotography.com/portfolio/G0000MdAoNpgDqRI    Email Us!    Buy us a Coffee!  

This week we discuss the conclusion of our 2024 scouting adventures and the importance of scouting in landscape photography. 

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Nick's Website: https://nicholasalbertphotography.com/    Nick's Socials: Facebook Instagram YouTube    Josh's Website: https://joshbelangerphotography.com/    Josh's Socials: Facebook Instagram   Podcast Facebook Group: Podcast Facebook     Podcast Instagram Page: Podcast Instagram    Photographers Mentioned:   Craig Blacklock: https://blacklockgallery.com/    Ken Harmon: https://www.kenharmonphotography.com/    Neil Weaver: https://www.neilweaverphotography.com/index    Karl Wertanen: https://www.thegreatnorthlight.com/    Email link for those who may want to jump in on an Episode: lakescapepodcast@gmail.com Buy us a Coffee:  https://ko-fi.com/thelakescapephotographypodcast

Nick's Website: https://nicholasalbertphotography.com/    Nick's Socials: Facebook Instagram YouTube    Josh's Website: https://joshbelangerphotography.com/    Josh's Socials: Facebook Instagram   Podcast Facebook Group: Podcast Facebook     Podcast Instagram Page: Podcast Instagram    Gear Mentioned:   Atlas Packs: https://atlaspacks.com/    Bugspray: https://www.rei.com/product/155285/natrapel-lemon-eucalyptus-pump-spray-insect-repellent-34-fl-oz    Email link for those who may want to jump in on an Episode: lakescapepodcast@gmail.com   Buy us a Coffee:  https://ko-fi.com/thelakescapephotographypodcast  

The planning process is a little different for everyone, but it has a big impact on the images that you will come home with. Listen in as Nick discusses the planning process behind the images! Nick's Website Nick's Socials: Facebook Instagram YouTube Josh's Website Josh's Socials: Instagram Podcast Facebook Group: Podcast Facebook Podcast Instagram Page: Podcast Instagram Join us for an episode! lakescapepodcast@gmail.com Buy us a Coffee!

Trails Mentioned: Jordan Valley Pathway  Starved Rock State Park  Matthiessen State Park  North Country Trail  Tettegouche State Park Split Rock Lighthouse State Park  Little Carp River Trail - Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park  Presque Isle River Waterfalls Trail - Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park    Nick's Website: https://nicholasalbertphotography.com/    Nick's Socials: Facebook Instagram YouTube    Josh's Website: https://joshbelangerphotography.com/    Josh's Socials: Facebook Instagram   Podcast Facebook Group: Podcast Facebook     Podcast Instagram Page: Podcast Instagram    Email link for those who may want to jump in on an Episode: lakescapepodcast@gmail.com    Buy us a Coffee:  https://ko-fi.com/thelakescapephotographypodcast 

Join Nick and Josh as they discuss ethical post-processing and the effects of AI on photography today.    Nick's Website: https://nicholasalbertphotography.com/    Nick's Socials: Facebook  Instagram  YouTube    Josh's Website: https://joshbelangerphotography.com/    Josh's Socials: Instagram    Podcast Facebook Group:  Podcast Facebook     Podcast Instagram Page: Podcast Instagram    Email link for those who want to jump in on an Episode: lakescapepodcast@gmail.com Buy us a Coffee:  https://ko-fi.com/thelakescapephotographypodcast

Join Nick and Josh as they discuss the process behind creating their images and how they think when approaching scenes.    Post-Processing Resources:   In The Field Books: Mastering Landscape Photography - David Taylor Mastering Composition - Richard Darvey-Williams   In The Field eBooks: Nigel Danson - Composition eBook https://www.nigeldanson.com/products/p/composition-ebook    Post Processing Books: The Hidden Power of Adobe Photoshop - Scott Valentine   Post Processing Tutorials: Lumenzia - Master Course https://gregbenzphotography.com/exposure-blending-master-course TK Actions - Multiple Courses https://www.outdoorexposurephoto.com/video-tutorials/video-tutorials/ Blake Rudis - F64 Academy - The Color Course (Color theory!) https://f64elite.com/color-course/ Eric Bennett Tutorials https://www.bennettfilm.com/Tutorials    Plugins: NIK Collection  https://nikcollection.dxo.com/ Lumenzia https://gregbenzphotography.com/lumenzia/ TK Actions 9 https://goodlight.us/writing/tk9/tk9.html   Nick's Website: https://nicholasalbertphotography.com/    Nick's Socials: Facebook  Instagram  YouTube    Josh's Website: https://joshbelangerphotography.com/    Josh's Socials: Instagram    Podcast Facebook Group:  Podcast Facebook     Podcast Instagram Page: Podcast Instagram    Email link for those who want to jump in on an Episode: lakescapepodcast@gmail.com Buy us a Coffee:  https://ko-fi.com/thelakescapephotographypodcast

Join Nick and Josh as they discuss the photographers who inspired them to pick up a camera and get out into the wilderness. Listen in as they discuss how they developed their photographic vision by studying and learning from the true masters of the craft.    Featured Artists Websites:   Neil Weaver: https://www.neilweaverphotography.com/index  Karl Wertannen: https://www.thegreatnorthlight.com/  Micheal Shainblum: https://shainblumphoto.com/  Erin Babnik: https://erinbabnik.com/  Marc Adamus: https://www.marcadamus.com/  Adam Gibbs: https://adamgibbs.com/  Eric Bennett: https://www.bennettfilm.com/  Ben Horne: https://www.benhorne.com/    Nick's Website: https://nicholasalbertphotography.com/    Nick's Socials: Facebook  Instagram  YouTube    Josh's Website: https://joshbelangerphotography.com/    Josh's Socials: Instagram    Podcast Facebook Group:  Podcast Facebook     Podcast Instagram Page: Podcast Instagram    Email link for those who may want to jump in on an Episode: lakescapepodcast@gmail.com   Buy us a Coffee  

Join Nick and Josh as they discuss the importance of staying comfortable on outdoor adventures, and how to stay safe and focused in the wilderness!   Nick's Website: https://nicholasalbertphotography.com/  Nick's Socials: Facebook  Instagram  YouTube    Josh's Website: https://joshbelangerphotography.com/  Josh's Socials: Instagram    Podcast Facebook   Podcast Instagram  Join an Episode!   Josh's Gear   Camera Bag: F-Stop Ajna DuraDiamond F-Stop Ajna    Clothing/Footwear: Patagonia Terrebonne Joggers, Black Diamond Alpenglow Sun Hoody, REI Cushioned Hiking Socks, Altra Lone Peaks Patagonia Terrebonne Joggers  Black Diamond Alpenglow Hoody  REI's selection of Hiking Socks  Altra Lone Peak (7's)    Water/Cooking Systems: Katadyn BeFree Filter, MSR Pocket Rocket Stove, Toaks Titanium Pots (550-650ml) Katadyn BeFree Water Filter  MSR Pocket Rocket Stove  Toaks Pots    Additional Electronics: Nitecore Headlamp/Battery Charger Nitecore NU25 UL Headlamp  Nitecore NB1000 Power Bank    Additional Gear: Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork Trekking Poles   Mapping/GPS Services: Alltrails, Gaia GPS    Nick's Gear Camera Bag(s):  F Stop Sukha 70L F Stop Tilopa 50L   Clothing/Footwear:  Salomon Quest GTX 4D Hoka Speedgoat 5  Salomon Toundra Pro CSWP Winter Hiking Boots MSR Lightning Ascent Snow Shoes (30-inch)   (Cold-Weather Gear) The North Face GORE-TEX Mountain Jacket - Shell  The North Face Denali Jacket - Zip in fleece Killtec Insulated Snow Pants Helly Hansen Odin Mountain Infinity Shell Jacket - Shell Helly Hansen Explorer Pile Jacket - Fleece Helly Hansen base layers - Baselayer   Water/Cooking Systems:  Grayl GeoPress 24 Oz MSR TrailShot  MSR Pocket Rocket - Fuel canister MSR Dragonfly - Liquid fuel MSR Alpinist 2 Cook Set   Food Storage: Menard's IP67 Waterproof Storage Bins Ursack AllMitey Bear and Critter Sack   Additional Electronics:  Garmin GPSMAP 67i Garmin InReach Mini 2 Black Diamond Spot 400 - R headlamp Sofrin IF22A Rechargeable Flashlight (Spot beam) Sofrin SP36 BLF Rechargeable Flashlight (Flood beam)   Additional Gear: Bug repellent - Permethrin-treated clothing   

Join Nick and Josh as they discuss their winter adventure in the Porcupine Mountains. From unconventional beginnings to creating incredible images, the journey was one to remember!  See more of Nick's work below!https://nicholasalbertphotography.com/             Facebook    Instagram    YouTube    See more of Josh's work below!https://joshbelangerphotography.com/  Instagram   Join our Facebook Group:  The Lakescape Photography Podcast Find us on Instagram: Podcast Instagram    Gear mentioned in this Episode:  Therm-a-Rest Z Seat  To join an episode or reach out with questions please email us at lakescapepodcast@gmail.com Buy us a Coffee!

Welcome to the Lakescape Photography Podcast! The landscape photography podcast of the Great Lakes. Josh and I discuss the podcast, where we plan to take the show and share a little about us!  Nick's Website Nick's Socials: Facebook Instagram YouTube Josh's Website Josh's Socials: Instagram Podcast Facebook Group: Podcast Facebook Podcast Instagram Page: Podcast Instagram Join us for an episode! lakescapepodcast@gmail.com Buy us a Coffee!