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It’s not easy to learn photography on your own. Join professional photographers David Molnar and Rich Coleman, as they share their best tips for capturing and editing pro-quality photos - -- no matter if you’re into portraits, landscapes (or anything and everything in between!) David and Rich have diverse skill sets from their years of experience from their years of shooting weddings, landscapes, album covers, real estate and commercial photography…you name it, they’ve done it! And they’ll share what worked on these shoots and what didn’t (so you don’t make the same mistakes.) If you love photography, want to ramp up your photography game fast, or just want to hear some hilarious photography stories from David and Rich, this is the podcast for you.

David Molnar & Rich Coleman


    • Aug 16, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 55m AVG DURATION
    • 77 EPISODES

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    076 - OBX Huddle Recap and Announcements

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 48:57


    Your favorite duo are back with the Your Photography Mentor Podcast for a recap of the OBX Huddle and sneak peaks into upcoming courses. They also drop some exciting announcements, including new workshops in David's new studio!

    075 - Photography is Best Learned with a few Surprise Announcements

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 47:19


    David Molnar and Rich Coleman are back with the Your Photography Mentor Podcast to give you some new photography insights, highlights from the Moab TPM Huddle, and as always to let a few surprises out of the bag.

    074 - We Want to Hang with YOU in Person in Nashville!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 58:03


    Join your favorite podcast duo, David Molnar and Rich Coleman, as they announce some exciting news about our upcoming Nashville Workshop! They also give a sneak peak into our upcoming 2022 Huddles and discuss all things in-person events!

    073 - The Secrets of Wildlife Photography

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 61:23


    Join David Molnar as he hosts renowned Wildlife Photographer Andreas Hemb. Learn Andreas' start in photography, his technique behind his stunning photos, and information about his guided wildlife tours!

    072 - Your Chance to Start your Photography Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 57:33


    TPM PRO Business Coach Zach Gray is joined by your favorite Podcast sidekick, Rich Coleman. Listen in as Zach shares how he built his own photography business from the ground up and gives you inside information to what it really takes to go PRO.

    071 - Get Paid to Shoot

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 41:25


    Join David Molnar and Zach Gray as they give you an exclusive inside glance to what TPM PRO offers. Are you ready to chase your phtoography dreams and turn your photography passion into a profit? TPM PRO is the course you need!

    070 - The Secrets of Off Camera Lighting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 68:13


    Join TPM mentors Zach Gray and Josh Wood on the Photography Mentor Podcast where Zach shares his 3 secrets to location flash photography and gives you the simple formula that has helped him create world class images over the years!

    069 - The Euphoria of Getting Paid to Shoot

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 53:31


    Join David Molnar as he interviews TPM PRO Business Mentor Zach Gray. Hear his inspirational story of getting paid his first $500 paying photography gig and moving to making over six figures in his own photography business.

    068 - The New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 36:38


    David, Rich and Josh got students excited and gauged student's interest in preparation for Friday's exciting live! The shared some teaser information on what is to come for 2022 and how this year will be a year of transformation!

    067 - Meet Shan Gordon, CEO of Kiss Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 58:43


    Shaun Gordon joins David and Rich to talk about the importance of prints and albums! He shares information on Kiss Books and explains how to provide clients with family heirlooms.

    066 - Low lighting got you down?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 57:10


    David and Rich share three helpful tips for indoor photography along with tools to help you be better prepared for low lighting situations.

    065 - Why You Need Social Media as a Photographer

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 46:23


    Meet Amber Kelly. Amber is a professional photographer from Nashville, specializing in Product, Social Media, and Portrait photography.

    064 - The Fine Art of Balancing it All

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2021 48:35


    Meet Hilary Barnett, author of The Good Enough Mother: Reimagining Motherhood and Work, and host of The Whole Mother Podcast! Feeling overwhelmed while trying to pursue photography? Join David as he and Hilary discuss juggling all of life's responsibility and family while also chasing your dreams of being a photographer!

    063 - How to Get Paid to Shoot

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 52:53


    Join David Molnar and Rich Coleman as they talk about the future launch of TPM PRO. Have you ever wanted to pursue being a professional photographer? Learn how to get paid to do what you love, and get a sneak peak into the new TPM Pro memberships and new Astrophotography courses!

    062 - Meet Bryan Minear, Atmospheric Landscape Photographer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 59:22


    Join Rich Coleman as he hosts atmospheric landscape photographer Bryan Minear. Bryan is an official Fujifilm X-Photographer, Capture One & GNARBOX Ambassador, Dad, and Star Wars nerd. Prepare to get inspired by out of this world landscape photography.

    061 - The Magic Tricks of Taking a Professional Photo

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 63:29


    Join Rich Coleman and Josh Wood as they discuss how having a growth mindset is essential to your photography journey and the behind the scenes magic of how to get a professional looking photo.

    060 - Backing up your Photos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 58:42


    Join Rich Coleman as he interviews Will Yarborough, data specialist and founder of SpaceRex. They discuss the best ways to back up your photos and all things data management, including Raid Storage and Synology solutions. This one gets techy so fasten your seatbelts!

    059 - Why you need a tribe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2021 52:32


    Join Rich Coleman and Josh Wood as they discuss just how vitally important having a community and tribe of fellow photographers is for your own personal photography journey... and hear a surprise Photo Mentorship announcement!

    058 - What does it really take to thrive as a Real Estate Photographer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2021 52:53


    Join David Molnar and Rich Coleman as they host Real Estate Photographer Philip Slowiak. Learn what it takes to truly thrive as a real estate photographer. Tune in to hear what types of lenses you should use to how long a shoot should last to what life in this niche photography market realistically looks like.

    057 - Can a wedding photographer really have a thriving relationship with a wedding coordinator?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 51:23


    Join Rich Coleman as he hosts Mandy Harlow, owner of Heart of Harlow Coordination & Creative. Mandy is a professional wedding coordinator and has worked with hundreds of photographers on Outer Banks destination weddings. In this episode, Rich and Mandy will dive into how to build a thriving relationship with wedding coordinators that lead to a great experience for you and your wedding clients!

    056 - Relive the 30A Workshop and Meetup

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 38:53


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman showcase the best of photos from our May 2021 Workshop and Meetup. Hear some funny stories and enjoy a quick recap of the teaching our students learned while they were in 30A.

    055 - How to go from a Beginner Photographer to Mentor! Meet Nata

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 49:00


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman introduce to our newest photography mentor. From starting out as a beginner photographer to learning from David's courses to being a sought-after destination wedding photographer, listen to Nata's story!

    054 - Meet Josh Wood... Josh shares his story and is introduced to the world!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 64:29


    Join David Molnar as he hosts a special surprise photography guest on the Podcast today! Want a hint as to who the special guest is? His favorite color is purple and this is one of David's favorite friends on the planet!

    053 - Introducing Zach Gray and How to Build your Own Photography Website that Converts to Gigs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 56:30


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman introduce Zach Gray, the newest Business Mentor in The Photo Mentorship. Zach shares some of his personal story and insightful photography and business knowledge.

    052 - How to Avoid the Heartache Beginner Photographers Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 48:04


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman give away a $1K RP Canon Camera... AND if you are a beginner photographer, learn what mistakes to avoid as you are starting out.

    051 - Websites

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 57:47


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman discuss why you need a website as a photographer. Tune in to hear just what information should be on your website and how a website can start helping you make money from your photographs.

    050 - All About Lenses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 60:54


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman dive deep into the various lenses both hobbyist and professional photographers should have. Been considering purchasing a new lens? This podcast episode is the one you have been waiting for!

    049 - Ask Me Anything Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 57:52


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman answer questions from our students LIVE. Got a photography question? Tune in to this Podcast where no photography question is off limits!

    048 - The Steps To Take Before Shooting Pro

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 40:51


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman detail the steps you need to take prior to diving in and going Pro. Have you been considering going Pro? This episode is for you!

    047 - Astro Photography (and what apps you need to shoot at night)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 56:47


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman discuss shooting at night. Learn the apps you need, the top pieces of gear you need and Rich Coleman shares his "secret sauce" for getting the perfect night shot.

    045 - Celebrating One Year Of Podcasting (and a special surprise announcement!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 47:10


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman celebrate The Your Photography Mentor Podcast turning one year old! Listen in as David announces the dates of the first workshop and meetup of 2021.

    046 - Essentialism (why saying NO is sometimes the best answer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 44:20


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman talk about learning how to no and mean it. Learn how this powerful two letter word can help you make better life choices, pursue the photography goals you truly want, and live a fulfilled balanced life.

    042 - The Backup System You Need For Your Photos

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 60:13


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman share their stories of learning the hard way just how valuable having a backup system in place is. Learn their three top tips for making sure your photos and memories are always safe.

    043 - What Photography Gear Do I Really Need?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 48:23


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman dive into photography tech talk. Thinking of investing in new photography gear? Confused on what you really need to buy? Tune into this Podcast to get the answers you need.

    044 - How To Plan Ahead For Your Real Estate Photos

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 51:09


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman dive into real estate photography and teach on the importance of strategically taking staged photos before you think you need them. Learn tips and tricks that can help you achieve the photos you want to quickly sell your house.

    041 - How to overcome feeling like a fraud as a photographer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 61:47


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman give practical photography advice and answer questions in real time from the Podcast audience and from The Photo Mentorship students. David gives steps on how to overcome feelings of failure that crop up for every photographer.

    040 - Why ignoring negativity helps you excel in your photography business

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 62:02


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman give advice for when the naysayers are telling you no. How to tune out the negativity and keep going in your photography journey.

    039 - How to capture the magic of Christmas while still keeping your sanity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 64:19


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman give insightful tips and tricks you can see while taking Christmas Photos... while still being able to slow down and enjoy the moment with your family and loved ones.

    038 – Why putting your lens down matters (ft. Travel Documentary Photographer Daniel White)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2020 61:22


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman interview Daniel White. "Put your lens down and listen..." are the words Travel Documentary Photographer Daniel White strives to live by. He shares his about his incredible photography journey and his book Sacred Moments.

    037 – Meet Joni Buyes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 59:43


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman introduce you to the newest Mentor of The Photo Mentorship, Joni Buyes! She is a natural light wedding photographer from the Pacific Northwest.

    036 – Learning To See {Like a Photographer}

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 51:57


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman chat all things perspective. Using the latest and greatest camera equipment does not always mean the best shots.

    035 – Early Holiday Cheer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 51:25


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman chat all things Christmas cheer. From pricing Holiday Mini Sessions to setting up the perfect Christmas card shot, David and Rich shared some early holiday magic.

    034 – An Intimate Photography Chat - ft. Paul Gero

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 51:20


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman host Paul Gero. Paul has freelanced for Time, People, and Sports Illustrated magazines and is highly sought-after for both Portraits and Weddings. Tune in as he shares his wisdom gained thru his years of photography.

    033 – Giving Yourself Permission As a Photographer – ft. Kirsten Lewis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 52:06


    On this episode, Rich Coleman hosts Photographic Journalist Kirsten Lewis. She is known for her popular Day-In-The-Life Shoots.

    032 - Art of Emotion - ft. Jonah Allen

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 54:42


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman host Photographic Artist Jonah Allen. His work has been featured in Luxury Travel Magazine + VIE Magazine.

    031 - Ask Us Anything

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 58:07


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman answer questions LIVE. One of the questions answered was just exactly HOW David and Rich both found their photography niches.

    030 - How to Price Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 55:45


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman talk coffee and kombucha. Oh, they also teach you systematically how to set your prices in any market.

    029 - Failures and Backups

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 45:37


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman talk about the ever gut wrenching topic of what to do when a hard drive fails. They also talk about exactly what they do to make sure their data stays backed up and protected.

    028 - Enneagram for Photographers - Five to Nine

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 51:05


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman finish exploring the Enneagram numbers and how each number represents both a strength and weakness for photographers .Join them as they discuss numbers Five - Nine in their casual, fun-loving style.

    027 - We married TWOS, TENS but TWOS

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 55:42


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman continue their enneagram discussion. Tune in to find out how these fun-loving enthusiasts both ended up marrying selfless helpers.

    026 - The Canon R5 Review and Giveaway

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2020 61:47


    On this episode, David Molnar and Rich Coleman talk all things Canon EOS R5. Sign up to win a FREE Canon R5!

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