The Outspoken Artist
by Jean Carlo Penaloza
Uncover the artistry behind the voice. Join us as we celebrate creativity, explore the artistic journey, and dive deep into the minds of bold, expressive artists. Discover the stories and insights that drive the world of artistry. Join us in amplifying the voices of "Outspoken Artists."Hosted by Jean Carlo Penaloza
Episodes
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The Evoto AI Controversy during Imaging USA 2026
This AfterHours episode of The Outspoken Artist was recorded during the Imaging USA 2026 After Party, the night after Evoto AI released its AI headshot generator and the community reaction hit full volume.I sat down with Mark Wallace and Kersten Luts for a real conversation. No agenda. No talking...
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EP 075 | Thomas Maddrey| Outspoken Artist Podcast
From photo student to legal leader, Thomas Maddrey’s path has taken him through nearly every creative corridor of the industry. As Chief Legal Officer and Head of National Content & Education at the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP), he now champions the rights of artists navigating...
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EP 073 | Josh Yeo | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ Bild Expo 2025
Filmmaker and creator Josh Yeo (Make.Art.Now) joins the podcast at Bild Expo 2025 to talk about storytelling, fatherhood, and embracing emotional honesty through creative work. From building his YouTube channel with a cinematic, introspective style to challenging the trend-driven model of content...
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EP# 071 | Francisco Joel Hernandez | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ Bild Expo 2025
EP# 071 — Francisco Joel Hernandez joins us live from Bild Expo 2025 for a short but striking conversation packed with gear talk, creative origin stories, and the heart behind his editorial style. Though only the first 8 minutes were captured due to technical issues, this mini-episode still...
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EP 072 | Jillian Lenser | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ Bild Expo 2025
At Bild Expo 2025, commercial and product photographer Jillian Lenser brings the laughs, the lessons, and the leadership. From photographing pantsless thigh straps in the “dark e-com days” to stepping into her role as VP of ASMP NY, Jillian shares her journey of growth, advocacy, and creative...
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EP 070 | Ray Alvarez | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ Bild Expo 2025
From rebuilding a six-figure business in a brand-new city to elevating portraits into immersive experiences, Ray Alvarez opens up live at Bild Expo 2025 about the hustle, heart, and vision behind his work. He shares what it took to leave NYC for Orlando, how he and his wife K. Alvarez craft each...
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EP 069 | Scott Robert Lim | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ Bild 2025
Recorded at Bild Expo 2025, this high-energy conversation with Sony Artisan and world-class educator Scott Robert Lim explores everything from early mirrorless adoption to the deep value of mentorship. Scott breaks down the beauty-driven mindset behind his style, why AI will challenge creatives…
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EP 068 | Peter Hurley | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025
He’s back—and this time with stories that stretch far beyond the headshot world. In this lively episode recorded at ShutterFest 2025, Peter Hurley shares 24 years of work with the Vilcek Foundation, the high-stakes Baryshnikov shoot that followed Annie Leibovitz, and what happens when you trade…
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EP 067 | Veronica Benson | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 (en Español)
Photographer Veronica Benson joins us live at ShutterFest 2025 for an inspiring look at her evolving creative voice—from shooting in Peru to making her mark on the U.S. photography scene. We talk style shifts, cultural identity, and how Veronica balances family life and artistic growth while...
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EP 066 | Katrina Cross | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025
From the expo floor of ShutterFest 2025, author, business owner, and speaker Katrina Cross shares how she’s helping creatives think differently about income and sustainability. We talk about her new book 101 Side Hustles, the myths of “passive” income, and how to choose the right supplemental…
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EP# 065 | Sal Cincotta | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025
EP 065 of the Outspoken Artist Podcast features a powerhouse conversation with Sal Cincotta—entrepreneur, photographer, and founder of ShutterFest. Recorded on-location at ShutterFest 2025, this episode digs into the grit and guts it takes to build a truly original creative event. We explore the...
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EP 064 | Charlie Kaufman | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025
Charlie Kaufman—founder of Click Backdrops and longtime industry innovator—joins us live at ShutterFest 2025 for a smart, funny, and no-holds-barred conversation about studio work, personal service, AI in photography, and why staying artist-owned still matters. He dives into Click’s origin story,...
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EP 063 | Alissa Cincotta | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025
Photographer and creative director Alissa Cincotta brings bold energy and clarity to every project—and every conversation. From the floor of ShutterFest 2025, she opens up about trusting her instincts, stepping into leadership, and the real work of building something lasting in a shifting…
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EP 062 | Ning Wong | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025
Photographer and educator Ning Wong has spent 15 years navigating the creative highs and hurdles of building a career around human connection. Recorded on the floor of ShutterFest 2025, this conversation captures his energy, humor, and unfiltered advice for artists who want to build something of...
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EP 061 | Chinonye Omeife | Outspoken Artist @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
What happens when a creative leap turns into a calling? In this AfterHours episode from ShutterFest 2025, Chinonye Omeife shares how a spontaneous camera purchase at Walmart sparked a photography journey filled with curiosity, mentorship, and bold experimentation. Still early in his creative…
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EP 060 | Anthony Rodriguez Monge | Outspoken Artist @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
What does it mean to take creative control of your own narrative—personally and professionally? In this AfterHours conversation recorded at ShutterFest 2025, Anthony Rodriguez Monge opens up about embracing self-determination, Latin identity, and what photographers owe to the communities they...
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EP 067 | Veronica Benson | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 (In Spanish)
In the very first full Spanish-language episode of The Outspoken Artist, host Jean Carlo sits down with Peruvian photographer and educator Veronica Benson—live from ShutterFest 2025. Veronica opens up about her journey immigrating to the U.S., co-founding a photography business with her husband...
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EP 066 | Katrina Cross | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025
In this inspiring ShutterFest 2025 edition, Katrina Cross shares how her Detroit-based boudoir business became a mission of empowerment. From launching the “I Am Worthy” movement to educating photographers on confidence, connection, and the power of print, Katrina’s story blends personal...
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EP 063 | Alissa Cincotta | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025
In this behind-the-scenes Expo episode from ShutterFest 2025, Jean Carlo chats with Alissa Cincotta—photographer, creative director, and the driving force behind one of the most dynamic photo events in the country. Alissa opens up about launching a beauty brand for women over 50, crafting a…
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EP 062 | Ning Wong | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025
In this heartfelt Expo episode from ShutterFest 2025, Jean Carlo sits down with photographer and educator Ning Wong to talk legacy, learning, and the power of reinvention. Ning shares how discovering his late grandfather’s vintage cameras unknowingly launched his creative journey, and why he now...
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EP 059 | Andre Brown | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
Andre Brown returns for a deeper AfterHours conversation recorded at ShutterFest 2025. From building Bokeh Academy to launching a ’90s-inspired merch line, Andre shares how authenticity, humility, and creative service have guided his evolution from mentee to mentor—and now conference founder. We...
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EP 058 | Melissa Harden | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
From the Bagel Capital of the World to the creative chaos of ShutterFest 2025, Melissa Harden brings Midwest warmth and bold originality to this AfterHours conversation. Best known for her senior portraits and event work, Melissa opens up about her new path into funeral photography—a deeply human...
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EP 057 | Carl Chandler | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
What does it take to leave corporate America and build a creative business on your own terms? In this AfterHours episode from ShutterFest 2025, Carl Chandler—known professionally as Chandler—shares the leap from a career in the U.S. Army and corporate world to running Bravo 4 Studio full-time. We...
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EP 056 | Leroy Tademy | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
How do you grow a photography business by putting service before sales? In this AfterHours session from ShutterFest 2025, Leroy Tademy shares how he built a successful volume and school photography brand from scratch—starting with local sports teams and expanding through word of mouth and trust....
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EP 055 | Stacy Kennedy | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
In this AfterHours conversation recorded at ShutterFest 2025 in St. Louis, portrait photographer Stacy Kennedy shares how she’s evolving her work, balancing beauty and branding photography with a seasonal business model in Fargo, ND. We explore how the supportive spirit of ShutterFest keeps her...
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EP 054 | Josh Russell | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
Curious how mentors shape emerging creators at ShutterFest? In this AfterHours session, Josh Russell, YouTube mentor and creative guide, opens up about his journey, teaching philosophy, and what it means to truly support other artists. We dive deep on community, creativity under pressure, and the...
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EP 053 | Amber Henry | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
What happens when a seasoned photographer walks into her first-ever ShutterFest? In this AfterHours edition recorded at Union Station, Amber Henry shares her take on the community-driven chaos and creative freedom of ShutterFest 2025. We dig into her Renaissance-inspired lighting, teaching...
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EP 052 | Jonny Edward | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
Photographer and creative director Jonny Edward joins me for a fast, funny, no-filter AfterHours chat recorded on location at ShutterFest 2025. We get into art direction, posing, career pivots, and the risks and rewards of giving honest feedback in creative spaces. Also: thirst traps and…
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EP 051 | The Cincottas | Outspoken Artist Podcast @ ShutterFest 2025 | AfterHours Edition
Photographers. Business creators. Industry agitators. Sal and Alissa Cincotta don’t hold back—about running multiple businesses, keeping a marriage healthy under pressure, and speaking their minds even when it’s unpopular. From the roots of Shutter Magazine to the future of AI and…
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Episode 50 — John Mauro: Racing Mindset Meets Creative Hustle at Imaging USA 2025
What does it mean to push past your limits—in business, in fitness, and in art? Performance coach and entrepreneur John Mauro joined us live from Imaging USA 2025 to talk about the connections between high-performance racing and creative entrepreneurship. From peak mindset strategies to running a...
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Ep 49 – Tamara Paskey-Alexander: Fine Art, Teaching, and Making Magic from Life’s Raw Material
During a whirlwind week in Dallas for Imaging USA 2025, I had the chance to sit down with Tamara Paskey-Alexander—an award-winning fine art photographer and gifted educator whose work blends visual storytelling with emotional authenticity. We talked about her path from traditional photography…
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Episode # 048 | Paulina Gwaltney | Outspoken Artist Podcast
Episode 48 – Avant-garde meets ambition in this globe-spanning conversation with Paulina Gwaltney—Master Photographer, stylist, and creative force. From her roots in Poland to a vibrant career based in New Mexico, Paulina shares what fuels her bold photographic voice, how she sees personal style…
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Episode # 047 | Jeff Connor White | Outspoken Artist Podcast
Recorded live at Imaging USA 2025, this Expo Series episode features Jeff & Connor White—a father-son creative team exploring the intersections of photography, performance, and legacy. Jeff, a seasoned performer and photographer, reflects on a career shaped by authenticity and artistic risk....
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046 | Outspoken Artist Podcast After Hours | Gary Hill & Charlie Kaufman
🎙 Welcome to a special After Hours edition of The Outspoken Artist Podcast — recorded live at ShutterFest 2025 at the iconic Union Station in St. Louis, Missouri!In this relaxed, late-night session, I’m joined by two phenomenal photographers from the UK: Gary Hill and Charlie Kaufman. Between…
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045 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Ashley Lowder
In this episode of The Outspoken Artist, we sit down with Ashley Lowder, a highly sought-after maternity and newborn photographer from North Alabama. With an incredible eye for detail and a deep passion for storytelling, Ashley has dedicated her career to capturing life’s most precious moments.📸...
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044 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Xavier Jordan
In this episode of The Outspoken Artist, we welcome Xavier Jordan—a portrait, headshot, and branding photographer known for his ability to capture authentic moments and turn visions into lasting memories.📸 For Xavier, photography isn’t just about taking pictures—it’s about preserving stories…
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043 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Rich Johnson
In this inspiring episode of The Outspoken Artist, we sit down with Rich Johnson—a renowned photographer, Emmy-winning creative, and partner at Spectacle Photo. With over 20 years behind the lens, Rich has mastered the art of visual storytelling, blending creativity with purpose to create...
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042 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Peter Hurley
In this powerful episode of The Outspoken Artist, we welcome Peter Hurley ( @peter_hurley ) an internationally acclaimed headshot and portrait photographer, speaker, author, and coach. As the founder of Headshot Crew, Peter has transformed the art of headshots, helping thousands of photographers...
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041 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Alex Arnett
In this episode of The Outspoken Artist, we welcome Alex Arnett — a former acquisitions analyst turned architectural photographer and the owner of APG Photo and Video. With a deep appreciation for design, structure, and storytelling, Alex specializes in capturing stunning commercial real estate...
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040 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Johnny Guerrero
In this inspiring episode of The Outspoken Artist, we welcome Johnny Guerrero — a passionate photographer specializing in weddings, portraits, and boudoir photography. As the owner of Magnolia Gruene Photography in New Braunfels, Texas, Johnny has built a reputation for capturing timeless moments...
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039 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Jason Marino
In this exclusive episode of The Outspoken Artist, we welcome Jason Marino — a visionary photographer, international photography educator, and the creative force behind Imagine Photography. Known for delivering luxurious, modern photographic experiences, Jason has built a reputation for crafting...
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038 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Carl Bott
In this special episode of The Outspoken Artist, we welcome Carl Bott — a seasoned photographer and the Owner of Legacy Photo Company, specializing in schools and youth league photography. With years of experience in the industry, Carl has mastered the art of capturing timeless moments while...
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037 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Alain Martinez
Welcome to this special episode recorded live at Imaging USA 2025 ( @ourPPA ) in Grapevine, TX! 🎤📷 A huge thank you to @geekototechnology for graciously sponsoring this series, allowing us to interview incredible creatives and showcase their top-tier lighting, stands, and audio gear.In this...
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036 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Ragu like the Sauce
Welcome to this special episode recorded live at Imaging USA 2025 ( @ourPPA ) in Grapevine, TX! 🎤📷 A huge thank you to @geekototechnology for graciously sponsoring this series, allowing us to interview incredible creatives and showcase their top-tier lighting, stands, and audio gear.In this...
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035 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Sophia Barrett
Welcome to this live episode recorded at Peculiar Conference 2024! 🎉 In this special episode of The Outspoken Artist, we welcome Sophia Barrett — a powerhouse portrait photographer whose work captures more than just images—it captures emotion, strength, and the soul of motherhood.📸 Inspired by...
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034 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Kelly Buchanan
Welcome to this live episode recorded at Peculiar Conference 2024! 🎉 In this special episode of The Outspoken Artist, we welcome Kelly Buchanan — a passionate Maternity Photographer who specializes in capturing the raw beauty of postpartum euphoria and the emotional journey into parenthood.📸 As…
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033 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | K Emmanuel Magruder
🎙️ Welcome to this live episode recorded at Peculiar Conference 2024! 🎉⚠️ Disclaimer: The main camera feed failed during this episode, but I was able to pull footage from my phone while keeping the high-quality recorded audio. I always share when things go perfectly—and when they don’t. No…
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032 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Kelly Eskelsen
Welcome to this live episode recorded at Peculiar Conference 2024! 🎉 In this special episode of The Outspoken Artist, we welcome Kelly Eskelsen—a dedicated USNA Midshipman, High School Senior Portrait Specialist, and Navy Veteran with a passion for capturing moments that last a lifetime.📸 As…
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031 | Outspoken Artist Podcast | Kersten Luts (Camera Shake Podcast)
Welcome to this special episode recorded live at Imaging USA 2025 ( @ourPPA ) in Dallas, TX! 🎤📷 A huge thank you to @geekototechnology for graciously sponsoring this series, allowing us to interview incredible creatives and showcase their top-tier lighting, stands, and audio gear.In this…
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About this show
Uncover the artistry behind the voice. Join us as we celebrate creativity, explore the artistic journey, and dive deep into the minds of bold, expressive artists. Discover the stories and insights that drive the world of artistry. Join us in amplifying the voices of "Outspoken Artists."Hosted by Jean Carlo Penaloza
Hosted by
Jean Carlo Penaloza