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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 2h

Do you have trouble balancing being spontaneous with having structure in your photo shoots? Check out my interview with Jonathan Pitts-Wiley

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#photographypodcast #portraitphotography #interview #artistry #photographers

Structure & Spontaneity: Realizing Your Vision While Staying Flexible

Want to take better photos? The secret isn’t just planning every detail or just winging it. Great photography comes from balancing structure with spontaneity. In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer...

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 20h

Photographers - tired of light stands that fall over at the most inopportune times out in the field? Check out SCREW THIS LIGHT STAND!

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#photographytips #photography #humor #infomercial #cameragear #photolighting #joke #photographyhumor

Photographers Who Want to Save Money Should SCREW THIS LIGHT STAND!

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Casey Fatchett Photography @caseyfphoto.bsky.social · 2d

Living in nostalgia or a wistful future is an easy trap. Reflecting and thinking about what you've already done (or not done). I find that photography grounds me to the current moment. I have to be here, in this place, making this photo. It doesnt exist anywhere else in time.

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 2d

When do you feel happiest as a photographer? Listen to more of my interview with @ryanfaerphoto.bsky.social here:

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#photography #photographersofbluesky #photographersunited #podcast

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Andy Adams @flakphoto.news · 6d

Photography folks, I would love for more people to see this list. Please share it!
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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 6d

It's #FlowerFriday! What blooms do you have this week? I have some really gorgeous cone flowers for you. I hope you enjoy them.

#BloomScrolling #macrophotography #flowers #florals #flowerphotography #artsky #PhotographersUnited

purple and pink coneflowers - photo by Casey Fatchett - copyright 2025 - https://art.caseyfphoto.com

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 8d

Answering your questions - what's the best lens for portraits?

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What's the Best Lens for Portraits - Questions from the Mailbag

YouTube video by Casey Fatchett

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 8d

Glad you liked it

The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 10d

Answering photography questions! From the mailbag, "What's the best lens for portraits?"

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#portraitphotography #portraits #cameragear #learningphotography #photography101

Which Camera Lenses Are Best for Portraits?

When it comes to portrait photography, one of the most common questions photographers ask is: “What lens should I use?” The classic answer, and one you’ll

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 12d

Lovely

a man in a suit and tie is pointing at the words points

ALT: a man in a suit and tie is pointing at the words points

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 12d

It's a BEE-utiful #FlowerFriday - if you have any flower photos you'd like to share, please do! Bonus points for pollinators in the pics

#bloomscrolling #flowerphotography #pollinators #florals #eastcoastkin #artsky #macrophotography #blueskyartshow

bumble bee on top of a purple cone flower - photo by Casey Fatchett - Copyright 2025 - https://art.caseyfphoto.com

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 14d

Want to level up your photography skills quickly? Our latest podcast guest, @ryanfaerphoto.bsky.social talks about using sports science as his basis for 'training' in photography

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#photographypodcast #learningphotography #streetphotography #photography101 #PhotographersUnited

Reps, Sets, and Shutter Clicks: Building Photography Skills Like an Athlete

Want to get better at photography faster? Stop waiting for inspiration and start training like an athlete. In this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, I sit down with street photographer Ryan F...

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 17d

I had the privilege of being interviewed on the F Stop Collaborate & Listen Podcast recently. Tune in if you want to hear my secrets for creating authentic photos:

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#photographers #interview #photography

Finding Timelessness and Authenticity in Photography

Discover lessons in authenticity, intention, and timeless photography from Casey Fatchett, the Nerdy Photographer.

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NPR @npr.org · 18d

Fifty years ago, on Sept. 26, 1975, The Rocky Horror Picture Show flopped at the U.S. box office — then became the longest-running theatrical release in history.

I remember doing the Time Warp: The 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' turns 50

Fifty years ago, on Sept. 26, 1975, The Rocky Horror Picture Show flopped at the U.S. box office — then became the longest-running theatrical release in history.

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 20d

It's #FlowerFriday - here's what I have for you this week. What have you got?

#flowers #bloomscrolling #artsky #florals #macrophotography #flowerphotography #eastcoastkin #PhotographersUnited

pink water lily dahlia blooming on mackinac island - photo by Casey Fatchett - copyright 2025

multicolored dahlia blooming on mackinac island - photo by Casey Fatchett - copyright 2025

purple dinner plate dahlia blooming on mackinac island - photo by Casey Fatchett - copyright 2025

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 20d

Yeah pretty sure he's in his late 20s at this point. No more growth spurts

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 20d

A few awards our latest guest has won: World’s Top Travel Photographer from
@cntraveler.com.web.brid.gy, the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Storytelling and Exploration, and did I mention an
@televisionacad.bsky.social Emmy for a @pbs.org doc?

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#photography #podcast

drone photo of Lombard Street in San Francisco by photographer Chase Guttman

Cascade of molten metal sparks - Travel photography by award winning photographer Chase Guttman

Travel photography by award winning photographer Chase Guttman

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 22d

Looking forward to this

Stephen King @stephenking.bsky.social · 22d

You were never meant to leave.

#ITWelcomeToDerry premieres October 26 on HBO Max.

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 23d

Get tips and tools for drone photography and videography from our Emmy award winning guest, Chase Guttman. Link below:

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#dronephotography #photographypodcast #visualarts #PhotographersUnited #drones #nerdyphotocrew #photography

The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 24d

There was a similar space in Queens, at 5Pointz, which was covered in glorious graffiti. Then they tore it down to build an apartment complex

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 26d

Hiking with my dog. Photographing flowers.

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 26d

Hey folks! It's #FlowerFriday again. Here's my offering for this week - a gorgeous zinnia with a pollinator friend. I'd love to see your blooms if you care to share

#bloomscrolling #macrophotography #flowers #florals #PhotographersUnited #eastcoastkin #art #artsky

Pink zinnia with bumble bee - photo by Casey Fatchett - https://art.caseyfphoto.com - Copyright 2025

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 27d

Interested in drone photography? Get all the tips for getting started from the person who literally wrote the book!

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#dronephotography #photographypodcast #photographers #learningphotigraphy #nerdyphotocrew #interview

photography podcast interview with chase guttman about tips and tools for getting started in drone photography

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · 29d

If you figure it out - let me know!

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The Nerdy Photographer @thenerdyphoto.bsky.social · Sep 14

Proper preparation can make all the difference in whether your photo shoot is a success! Listen to the whole interview at lnk.to/behind-scenes

#PhotographersUnited #PhotographyPodcast #Photoshoot #PortraitPhotography #Photographers #LearningPhotography

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