In the Heart of the Matter: Joey L's Vision for Photography and Philanthropy, E021 (part 2)

Welcome to the next part of our episode hosting Joey L, the wonderfully inspirational portrait photographer. In this second half we talk a little more comprehensively about his business philosophies, his processes on location, his equipment, social media and the future of photography, both in its  opportunities and risks.If you missed the first part of this episode, listen to it here. Joey expertly balances control and spontaneity, blending his vision with the rich realities of the environment and people he's photographing. Get a glimpse into Joey's gear bag as he shares his preference for medium format photography and his experience with the illustrious Phase One camera. Ever wondered about the intersection of photography, art, and charity? Joey L, with his heart as wide as his lens, answers this question with profound insights. He shares his philosophy of giving back to the communities he photographs, a noble ethos that has played a significant role in raising plenty of money and awareness for different charities. Joey doesn't shy away from discussing the often controversial fusion of art and charity, instead, he embraces the responsibility of immortalizing people in his photographs. Joey L's passion for his craft is palpable, and his fearless approach is contagious. I talk to him about his thought process behind choosing projects, the importance he places on faith in one's work, and how he navigates the delicate spaces where culture and loss intersect in his photos. And for a dash of unexpected fun, Joey reveals his love for his guilty pleasure! Join me as we wrap up this enlightening conversation with Joey L, a photographer with unwavering commitment, a multidimensional artist, and above all, a human with a heart that beats for change. I'm so thankful I got to have a conversation with this special artist. Thank you Joey._____________________________Message me, leave a comment and join in the conversation!Support the show_________________________________Thank you for listening and for being a part of this incredible community. You can listen and watch full extended and ad-free episodes in my community - The MOOD Insiders - where I also share insights, photography tips and behind-the-scenes content on my channel as well as meet with the community on book club weekly events, special guest features, bonus content, open forum access, free resources and so much more. Join The Community - extended episodes & bonus featureshttps://www.mattjacob.co/insidersThe App That Transformed My Art & Mindhttps://wakingup.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=3&aff_id=99Website:https://themoodpodcast.comSocials:IG | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube | @mattyj_ay