Focus on Greatness: An RCH Photography Podcast

Listen to the American Heroes Initiative Tribute Song- the song that embodies the spirit behind the philanthropic and charitable extension of the RCH Photography Brand and a song dedicated in loving memory of those the American Heroes Initiative was founded for

In this episode of Focus on Greatness, Ryan shares the story behind the American Heroes Initiative, the philanthropic extension of RCH Photography. He explains how the initiative honors the lives of Spike, his longtime therapy dog and best friend, and Tom, his grandfather and a proud American veteran, while continuing their legacy through meaningful giving and purpose-driven work. This episode gives a deeper look into the heart behind the brand, the values that drive it, and how photography can be used to make a lasting impact beyond the images.

In this Season 2 premiere of Focus on Greatness, Ryan takes listeners through the games and moments featured in his Sideline Stories blog (available exclusively at rchphotography.com/sideline-stories, bringing those experiences to life in an audio format. He shares the stories behind the photos, the environments, and the key moments that shaped his perspective as a sports photographer. This episode offers a deeper look into the journey, the growth, and the real experiences behind the lens.

In the Season 1 Finale, Ryan breaks down how to capture the emotion of the game through sports photography. He shares what to look for beyond the action, how to anticipate key moments, and how to tell a story through each shot. This episode helps creatives move past just taking photos of the game and to start capturing real emotion and energy that tells the storylines of the athletes just as much as the game

Ryan breaks down the debate between budget gear and professional equipment when starting in sports media. He shares what actually matters in the beginning, how to make the most of the gear you have, and when it makes sense to upgrade.

In this episode, Ryan answers a mix of questions about his personal journey, RCH Photography, cameras, and sports photography. He shares insights into his approach, experiences, and the gear he uses, while also breaking down common questions from creatives looking to improve and grow. This episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at both the person and the brand.

Ryan breaks down the meaning behind RCH Photography’s motto, “Focus on Greatness,” and how it shapes the brand’s mission and values. He explains the purpose behind the work, the mindset that drives every shoot, and the importance of capturing more than just the moment. This episode gives a deeper look into what RCH Photography stands for and the standard behind every photo.

A look inside Ryan’s editing process — from his Lightroom workflow to maintaining natural tones and emotion, and why less is often more. A deeper dive in the RCH Photography "minimalistic editing" approach.

Ryan breaks down how sports creatives and photographers can go from being in the stands to covering games on the sidelines. He shares how to get started, who to reach out to in collegiate, high school, and pro levels, and how to turn small opportunities into bigger ones. For anyone trying to get their foot in the door and start covering games, this episode gives a clear path forward.

In this episode, Ryan dives into why every sports creative needs a strong online presence. He breaks down what makes a photography portfolio stand out, how to design a site that tells your story, and how he built rchphotography.com into a professional showcase for his work.

Award-Winning Sports Photographer Ryan Holden introduces RCH Photography, the journey from hobby to brand, and the meaning behind “Focus on Greatness.” A personal look at how it all began.

RCH Photography brings to you a bi-weekly podcast focusing on Sports Media, Photography, Entrepreneurship, and balancing this career on top of college.

Listen to the Focus on Greatness Theme Song- the song that embodies the spirit behind the motto of the brand, the significance of our mascot, and the namesake of the podcast