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EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 55 MIN

Will Jones - Insights on Focus, Simplicity and Creative Vision

from The Photographer Mindset · host Seth Macey & Aaron Mannes

Will Jones is a UK-born carpenter, writer, and author of Cabin, a book that chronicles his journey of building a handcrafted retreat in the Canadian wilderness.What can a carpenter and writer teach photographers and videographers about creativity? In a world of constant distractions, Will’s story highlights the power of deep focus, resourcefulness, and embracing simplicity to create meaningful work. Whether you’re crafting a cabin or capturing a moment, how do you push past the noise and make something truly your own as an artist?Expect to Learn:How stripping things down to their essentials can lead to more meaningful creationsHow to shift from a mindset of needing more gear to making the most of what you already haveHow stepping away from distractions and immersing yourself in solitude can unlock your best creative workhow to maintain your artistic integrity while being open to feedbackWhy you should go beyond “good enough” and infuse your work with heart and individualityBuy Will's book "Cabin" here: https://www.amazon.com/CabinSponsors:Thanks to WhiteWall for being our lead sponsor this episode! They're the top choice for photographers who want the highest-quality prints: https://www.whitewall.com/Our Links:Join our subreddit where you can share stories and ask questions:https://www.reddit.com/r/photographermindset/Subscribe to TPM's Youtube page and watch full length episodes: https://www.youtube.com/thephotographermindset/Make a donation via PayPal for any amount you feel is equal to the value you receive from our podcast episodes! Donations help with the fees related to hosting the show: https://paypal.me/podcasttpm?country.x=CA&locale.x=en_USThanks for listening!Go get shooting, go get editing, and stay focused.@sethmacey@mantis_photography@thephotographermindsetSupport the show

Will Jones is a UK-born carpenter, writer, and author of Cabin, a book that chronicles his journey of building a handcrafted retreat in the Canadian wilderness. What can a carpenter and writer teach photographers and videographers about creativity? In a world of constant distractions, Will’s story highlights the power of deep focus, resourcefulness, and embracing simplicity to create meaningful work. Whether you’re crafting a cabin or capturing a moment, how do you push past the noise and mak...

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