Fall 2025 Photography Tips for Capturing More Than Just Colors

The Photographer Mindset

Content provided by Seth Macey & Aaron Mannes, Seth Macey, and Aaron Mannes. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Seth Macey & Aaron Mannes, Seth Macey, and Aaron Mannes or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

27d ago 55:14

MP3•Episode home

In this episode, we explore the beauty and challenges of fall photography, diving into creative approaches to capture the season beyond the typical "color pop" shots. From discussing gear choices like polarizers and ND filters to sharing personal stories about avoiding crowded hotspots, we offer practical tips for creating meaningful, unique fall images. Whether it’s focusing on niche subjects like mushrooms or salmon, embracing minimalist gear, or finding peace in the process, this conversation is packed with insights for photographers looking to make the most of autumn. Plus, a friendly PSA: take it easy on those saturation sliders!

Expect to Learn:

How to move beyond the typical "color pop" shots
How minimalist gear choices can enhance efficiency and creativity
Strategies for finding peaceful, off-the-beaten-path locations
How to create a diverse collection of fall images
The importance of finding peace and joy in the process

Sponsors:

Thanks to Tamron for sponsoring this episode! Now through September 28th, save up to $300 on Tamron lenses like the 18-300mm all-in-one zoom or the 35-150mm F/2-2.8 VXD. Students and faculty can save even more with the Tamron EDU Program. Visit www.tamron-americas.com or your local retailer to shop and save!

Thanks to the National Park Foundation for sponsoring today’s episode. Enter the Share the Experience photo contest for a chance to win $10,000 and prizes from Celestron, Historic Hotels of America, and YETI. The grand prize winner’s photo could be featured on the America the Beautiful—the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass.

Submit your best shots now at sharetheexperience.org/tpm

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_US

Thanks for listening!
Go get shooting, go get editing, and stay focused.

@sethmacey
@mantis_photography
@thephotographermindset

Support the show

288 episodes

#Fine Arts #Arts #Lifestyle #Podcasting Education #Hobbies #Self-Improvement #Seth Macey & Aaron Mannes #Aaron Manns #Seth Macey #Listener Questions