The Photographer's Podcast

70: No One Knows What They're Doing (at first) You're Allowed to Be New at This!

April 17, 2025·22 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Let's be honest: we all want to be great right away. But the truth is, every confident photographer you look up to? They started out unsure too. In this episode, we're diving into the creative fears that show up—when you're trying something new, stepping into a new skill, or finally saying yes to the dream that's been tugging at you for way too long. This episode is the reminder you didn't know you needed. You'll hear a real story about a mistake I major mistake I just made on a shoot (yep, one that would've wrecked me a few years ago) and how I chose to keep going anyway. Because building a photography career, developing your creative voice, and growing your confidence? That comes from doing. Not waiting to be perfect. This episode will help you: Let go of the pressure to get it right the first time Reframe what it means to be a "beginner" Take your next creative step—without fear holding you back It's time to stop waiting. Start the thing. Say yes to what's calling you. You'll learn more in the doing than you ever will in the planning. See Audree's incredible work here!  https://www.instagram.com/storytellingwithaud/ https://storytellingwithaud.co/ JOIN THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S PATH WAITLIST HERE: https://www.horizonfound.com/path JOIN THE HORIZON FOUND COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/477523419716008/ GRAB OUR FREE MANUAL MODE CHEAT SHEET: https://resources.horizonfound.com/ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/horizonfound

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