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EPISODE · Jul 31, 2025 · 30 MIN

How Creative Constraints can improve your photography

from Wildlife and Adventure Photography · host Graham

Send us Fan MailI often recommend that you practice as often as possible to improve your photography. But what do you do when you hit a mental blank?One idea I suggest in this podcast is to shoot a series of photos, or a collection. And, to make them more coherent, and to challenge yourself, I suggest you use a Creative Constraint.So what is a Creative Constraint? Here are some examples:Technical:Shoot only in black and whiteUse only one lensLimit yourself to manual focus (or full manual operation)Limit yourself to 36 exposuresTime-based:Shoot the same scene at the same time each dayOnly shoot for 15 minutes in one location.Subject or theme:Only photograph shadowsOnly photograph one colourOnly hands or feetLocations:Inside your homeWithin 1km of your homeOnly through windowsIf you would like to challenge yourself further, take the 14-day challenge.It's time for another podcast... Support the showWould you like a free ebook to help you with your photography?Click here to get your free copy of "10 Simple Steps to Improve Your Photography Today".Support the showThank you for listening to my podcast. If you have enjoyed it and found it useful, please consider a subscription. Most people don't subscribe, but those who do allow me to continue to produce this content. If you would like to subscribe, you can do so here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803730/support WebsitePlease check out my website for the latest collections, photography tips, challenges, and more!Contact MeYou can contact me directly at: [email protected] don't keep me a secret! Please share my podcast with anyone else who you think might be interested.Thank you for listening.

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Send us Fan Mail I often recommend that you practice as often as possible to improve your photography. But what do you do when you hit a mental blank? One idea I suggest in this podcast is to shoot a series of photos, or a collection. And, to make them more coherent, and to challenge yourself, I suggest you use a Creative Constraint. So what is a Creative Constraint? Here are some examples: Technical: Shoot only in black and whiteUse only one lensLimit yourself to manual focus (or full manual...

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