Episode 24

In this episode, Ron and Jason shift focus away from wildlife photography and welcome Chris Dickinson, a Western lifestyle photographer, to discuss the heart behind photography and the stories that drive his work. Ron and Jason first met Chris at a pictureline.com PhotoX event and were inspired by his talk. Chris’ photography is nearly cinematic, and his ability to capture the emotion of ranch life is breathtaking. In this episode, he breaks down elements of his process when entering a chaotic environment, remaining calm and capturing incredible images that tell the story in almost more detail than what is apparent to the naked eye. Chris and the BTW crew explore the importance of building relationships within the ranching community, the significance of giving back through photography, and share personal outdoor experiences that have shaped their perspectives. Chris emphasizes the emotional connection to ranch life and the value of capturing moments that tell a story while highlighting photographers’ need to do good with their craft.Takeaways- Your passion comes through your images.- Ranch life is a broader sense of family to me.- Cattle branding events are a unique sensory experience.- You have to be a self-starter, self-motivator.- There's no happy accidents in great images.- Always do good with your camera.- It's not about you, it's about them.- Building relationships is key in photography.- You have to look at the larger picture.- Do good with your camera, whatever that looks like.Sound Bites"It's not about you, it's about them.""Always do good with your camera.""You done good up there."Chapters01:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage03:55 The Heart of Photography: Chris's Journey07:14 Understanding Ranch Life and Its Stories10:04 The Passion Behind the Lens13:14 Building Relationships in the Ranching Community16:11 Capturing the Essence of Brandings18:49 The Importance of Storytelling in Photography22:07 Navigating Challenges in Ranch Photography24:49 Finding the Picture Within the Picture33:13 Exploring the Art of Photography Retreats39:04 Building Relationships Through Photography42:12 The Importance of Giving Back55:25 Memorable Outdoor Experiences and Cowboy TraditionsChris Dickinson LinksWEB: www.CDPhotog.comIG: @CDPhotog.comThanks for listening to another episode of Beyond the Wild Podcast. To see more of our show and to watch the hosts, as well as the photos and videos that they discuss, tune into their Beyond the Wild Podcast YouTube channel.Make sure to subscribe to be notified of upcoming episodes for your listening and viewing enjoyment!Beyond the Wild Podcast is sponsored by Pictureline.com and Canon USA.