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#354 On this episode of the Beginner Photography Podcast, host Raymond Hatfield interviews Anja Poehlmann, a documentary family life photographer. They discuss how shooting every day can affect both creativity and personality. Anja also shares how digital cameras have made shooting easier since she moved to Hawaii for a 6-month internship. She created a website as a way to document her life in her new home and was inspired to start shooting photography as a career.

THE BIG IDEAS

1. Celebrate Authentic Moments: Capturing genuine, everyday experiences creates meaningful photos that reflect real life—not just posed perfection.
2. Embrace Imperfection: Accept clutter, chaos, and less-than-ideal lighting as part of your story. These imperfections often reveal true emotion and connection.
3. Commit to Daily Creativity: Practicing photography every day, even in tough conditions, builds discipline, confidence, and creative problem-solving.
4. Guide Your Perspective with Intention: Ask yourself (and your subjects) what moments are truly valuable to document, then use your unique viewpoint to create images that matter.

Resources:

• Brighton Family Photographer Anja Poehlmann’s website 
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Thanks for listening & keep shooting!