EPISODE · Feb 3, 2026 · 1H 1M
Cinematic Photography, Social Media, and Finding Your Style with Joshua Mannila
from Summer School - A Photography + Creative Podcast · host Summer Grace
Hey everyone! This week on the podcast I’m joined by Joshua Mannila, a Portland-based photographer known for his cinematic, moody style.We talk about starting young, growing through social media, being known for a specific look, and giving yourself permission to evolve creatively. Joshua also shares practical advice on posting consistently, capturing BTS, and not letting engagement dictate your confidence as an artist.Meet Joshua: Joshua Mannila is a portrait and couples photographer based in Oregon. His work blends cinema-inspired themes with a modern, editorial style to create images that feel like movie stills. He’s known for using landscapes and light to build the mood and story within each frame. Beyond client work, Joshua also hosts styled shoots and retreats that bring photographers together to create.Connect with Me:Join us at Summer Camp!Become a Member of Summer SchoolJoin me at WPPI and get 20% off your ticket using code SUMMER26Subscribe here to our emails for updates on all things Summer School!Instagram: @summergrace.photo @the_summerschool Shop My Products:Summer Grace x G-Presets (discount code: SUMMERSCHOOL)Pricing GuideSummer Camp (2026)*Summer School is powered by Narrative — the AI culling and editing tool I use that supports my workflow without replacing my creativity. Try Narrative for free today using the link above!Connect with Joshua: Website: https://www.joshuamannila.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshuamannila/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joshuamannila
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Hey everyone! This week on the podcast I’m joined by Joshua Mannila, a Portland-based photographer known for his cinematic, moody style.We talk about starting young, growing through social media, being known for a specific look, and giving yourself permission to evolve creatively. Joshua also shares practical advice on posting consistently, capturing BTS, and not letting engagement dictate your confidence as an artist.Meet Joshua: Joshua Mannila is a portrait and couples photographer based in Oregon. His work blends cinema-inspired themes with a modern, editorial style to create images that feel like movie stills. He’s known for using landscapes and light to build the mood and story within each frame. Beyond client work, Joshua also hosts styled shoots and retreats that bring photographers together to create.Connect with Me:Join us at Summer Camp!Become a Member of Summer SchoolJoin me at WPPI and get 20% off your ticket using code SUMMER26Subscribe here to our emails for updates on all things Summer School!Instagram: @summergrace.photo @the_summerschool Shop My Products:Summer Grace x G-Presets (discount code: SUMMERSCHOOL)Pricing GuideSummer Camp (2026)*Summer School is powered by Narrative — the AI culling and editing tool I use that supports my workflow without replacing my creativity. Try Narrative for free today using the link above!Connect with Joshua: Website: https://www.joshuamannila.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshuamannila/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joshuamannila
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