Wild Women in Photography

Episode 15: The Mother Bear with Melissa Schafer

Episode 15: The Mother Bear with Melissa Schafer
Dive into the frozen wonders of the Arctic with wild woman Melissa Schäfer as she shares her adventures in the arctic including how she adopted her dog, Pingo, the dangers of traveling remote on Svalbard, and learning from Paul Nicklen. In this episode, Melissa shares her thrilling tales, from heart-pounding encounters with polar bears to the quiet serenity of photographing ice floes, revealing the untamed beauty of the world through her lens.
 
Highlights:
Challenging Ice Flows: Melissa recounts a nerve-wracking adventure where she and her team faced the challenge of navigating treacherous ice flows in the Arctic, showcasing her fearless approach to storytelling.
Embracing Vulnerability: Discover Melissa's journey into self-portraiture, where she bravely captures her own narrative, embracing vulnerability and finding empowerment through imperfections.
Mother Magazine Revelations: Get an inside look into Melissa's passion project, Mother Magazine, where she celebrates women photographers and their captivating stories from around the globe, defying societal norms and embracing authenticity.
Connecting with Nature: Explore Melissa's deep connection with the natural world and its profound influence on her photography and personal growth, as she shares the transformative power of shared experiences in photography retreats and group settings.
Arctic Wildlife Encounters: Join Melissa on heart-stopping encounters with majestic polar bears and other Arctic wildlife, as she captures the raw beauty and untamed spirit of these remote landscapes.
Navigating Self-Doubt: Melissa opens up about overcoming self-doubt and finding her voice in a male-dominated industry, inspiring others to embrace their own unique perspectives and narratives.
 
You can see more of Melissa’s work at:
Website: https://www.themotherbear.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_schaefer/
https://www.instagram.com/magazine.mother/
 
Other podcast appearances:
https://conservationvisuals.com/podcast/melissa-schafer/
 
 
Read more and access searchable transcripts:
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-15-melissa-schafer/
 
Thanks for joining me, Brie Stockwell! Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 14: Embracing the Wild with Vanessa Wingerath

Episode 14: Embracing the Wild with Vanessa Wingerath
 
In this episode, Vanessa Wingerath shares her mission to empower women through authentic and unfiltered photography. Embrace the wild with Vanessa and discover the beauty that lies beyond the polished surface of traditional photography!
 
Highlights:
Embracing Imperfection: Vanessa's rebellion against societal norms and her mission to capture the beauty of imperfections in photography.
Beyond the Lens: Unveiling the hidden truth behind societal expectations, especially when it comes to images of women, and Vanessa's quest to expose the genuine and unfiltered reality.
Motherhood Unveiled: A revealing discussion on mothers deleting photos that don't fit society's mold and Vanessa's crusade to showcase the authentic chaos and beauty of motherhood.
Sacred Women's Lake Adventure: Join Vanessa on an Australian adventure to a sacred women's lake, where she captures a powerful moment, and discover the significance of collective experiences in creating truly authentic snapshots. Mentioned: The Quandamooka People are the recognized First Nations custodians of lands and waters within the Moreton Bay region.
Collective Connection: Exploring the transformative power of shared experiences in group settings and retreats, unlocking hidden, wild aspects in both photography and personal growth.
Creating Self-Portraits: Vanessa's journey into self-portraiture, the challenges, the joys, and the art of authentically capturing oneself, proving that embracing the wild within begins with self-love.
Connect with Vanessa: An exclusive invitation to follow Vanessa on Instagram (@vanessa.wingerath), join her whimsically named email coven for untold stories, and explore her online shop filled with programs and meditations for awakening the wild feminine spirit.
 
Website: https://www.wildrosewomanphotography.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa.wingerath
4 Weeks of Feminine Fire: https://www.wildroseproject.com/
 
 
Read more and access searchable transcripts:
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-14-vanessa-wingerath/
 
 
Thanks for joining me, Brie Stockwell! Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 13: Chasing Storms & Volcanoes with Jen Walton

Episode 13: Chasing Storms & Volcanoes with Jen Walton
 
In this thrilling episode we dive into the exciting world of storm chasing and awe-inspiring photography with the incredible Jen Walton. From adrenaline-fueled tornado encounters to capturing the majestic beauty of lava flows in Hawaii, Jen shares her captivating experiences as a storm chaser and photographer.
Highlights:
Jen's passion for storm chasing and the incredible moments that forever changed her perspective.
The power of collective awe: Hear about the emotional impact when witnessing nature's most intense phenomena.
Behind the lens: Jen's approach to Photography, focusing on detail-oriented shots that convey the emotions she experiences.
Terrifying tales: Get ready for some hair-raising stories, including unexpected hailstorms and navigating converging tornadoes.
This episode is a rollercoaster ride through storms, emotions, and the awe-inspiring beauty that Jen captures through her lens. Tune in for an adventure that will leave you on the edge of your seat, craving your own storm-chasing escapade. Don't forget to follow Jen Walton's incredible journey on her Instagram at @JenWaltonChases and explore her Photography at jenniferawalton.com. 
 
Website: www.jenniferawalton.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenwaltonchases/
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/mejenwalton
Girls Who Chase: https://www.girlswhochase.com/
 
Read more and access searchable transcripts:
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-13-jen-walton/
 
 
Thanks for joining me, Brie Stockwell! Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 12: Women in the Wild with Suzanne Roady

Episode 12: Women in the Wild with Suzanne Roady
 
Today I’m bringing you a new series for this podcast called, Women in the Wild. These are impromptu conversations with female photographers while out in the literal wild. You’ll be hearing extra back ground noises like kayaks bumping each other, jackets swishing, birds doing their thing and more.
In this episode, I chat with Suzanne Roady who I met while kayaking and photographing the cypress swamps in East Texas. You’ll hear about her journey in photography and our experience among the cypress. If you’d like to join me next year for a women’s kayaking/photography retreat dm me on instagram or email me at wow@wildwomanphotography.com. 
 
Mentioned in this episode:
Suzi Eszterhas
Kristi Odom
Oliver Klink
David Hunter
 
Suzanne Roady:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roadyphotography/
Website: https://www.suzanneroady.com/
 
Read more and access searchable transcripts:
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-12-Suzanne-Roady
 
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 11: Gratitude & Healing with Shauna Hart

Episode 11: Gratitude & Healing with Shauna Hart
 
Today's guest is Wild Woman Shauna Hart. She's a wildlife photographer and naturalist living in northern Utah. She's on the board of directors at the Utah Wildlife Federation and a contributing photographer for Save People Save Wildlife in Park City, Utah. Shauna is also a member of the Utah Wildlife Connectivity Committee and advocate for wildlife in areas of development in Utah. She dabbled in Photography all her life, but fell in love with landscape and wildlife Photography when moving to Utah. Six years ago, once she had her own personal experiences connecting with wildlife, she was hooked.
 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byhartphotography/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shauna.l.hart/
 
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-11-shauna-hart
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 10: Fear & Inspiration with Erin Babnik

Episode 10: Fear & Inspiration with Erin Babnik
 
Today's guest is wild woman, Erin Babnik. She's known internationally as a leading photographic artist, educator, author, and speaker, specializing in wilderness landscape photography. She is a Canon Explorer of Light, an f-stop gear Global ICON, a ProMedia Gear Ambassador, and is on the Pro Teams of numerous other brands in the photography industry. In addition, Erin is a member of the illustrious nature photography team Photo Cascadia. Erin’s images appear in a plethora of books, magazines, and commercial products, and her name frequently tops industry lists of the world’s most notable landscape photographers. Erin currently has offices on two continents, using each as a base for traveling worldwide to teach photography workshops and to speak and write about the art of landscape photography.
Mentioned in this episode:
Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience
 
Website: www.erinbabnik.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinbabnik/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/babnikphoto
Other interviews with Erin: https://erinbabnik.com/interviews/
 
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-10-Erin-Babnik
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 9: A Positive Attitude with Sarah Marino

Episode 9:  A Positive Attitude with Sarah Marino
 
Today's guest, Sarah Marino, is a nature photographer, photography educator, and writer based in southwestern Colorado. In addition to photographing grand landscapes, Sarah is best known for her photographs of smaller subjects including intimate landscapes, abstract renditions of natural subjects, and creative portraits of plants and trees. Sarah is the author or co-author of a diverse range of educational resources for nature photographers on subjects like composition, photographing nature’s small scenes, and black and white photography. Sarah, a co-founder of the Nature First Alliance for Responsible Nature Photography, also seeks to promote the responsible stewardship of natural and wild places through her photography and teaching.
Mentioned in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/@livelaughlandscape5505
 
Website: https://smallscenes.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmarinophoto/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/SarahMarinoPhoto
 
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-9-sarah-marino
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 8: Joy & Release with Margaret Soraya

Episode 8: Joy & Release with Margaret Soraya
 
Though she exudes calm. Today's guest truly is a Wild woman. Margaret Soraya is an artist, photographer and true creative based on a remote Scottish island, the Isle of Harris. Margaret's creative work includes images, books, and paintings, heavily inspired by the coast. She offers workshops and retreats, host the Creative Soundscapes podcsat, is the visionary behind the Creative Light Festival, and has an inclusive and supportive community membership called Creative Haven. 
 
https://www.margaretsoraya.com/
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/creative-soundscapes-with-margaret-soraya/id1553797842
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/
Online Creative Haven community: https://creative-haven.newzenler.com
Creative Festival https://creative-light.co.uk/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya
Retreats: https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk
 
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-8-margaret-soraya
 
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 7: Connection & Gratitude with Michele Sons

Episode 7: Connection & Gratitude with Michele Sons
 Get her new eBook "The Art of Fog" now!
Michele Sons is a full-time fine art landscape and nature photographer, writer, and educator originally from England and currently based in southwest Virginia in the United States. Her background in geography and environmental science, her taste for adventure, and her highly diverse and extensive travel experience uniquely position her to connect with both the Appalachian landscape she calls home as well as landscapes across the world. Michele’s work is based on a soft, subtle, pared-down aesthetic. Fog, mist, and soft light are intrinsic elements present in many of her images.
Michele’s clients include National Geographic, The Wilderness Society, Great Smoky Mountains Association, Eastern National, and The Appalachian Trail Conservancy. Her work has been featured extensively in the National Geographic Beautiful Landscapes calendars, she has participated in group and solo museum and gallery exhibitions both domestically and internationally, and she has collaborated with non-profits on editorial work in support of America's national parks. Her work has been featured in numerous local and regional print publications as well as highly regarded websites. Michele recently served as 2022 New River Gorge Creative-in-Residence at our nation’s newest national park, and is a 2023 recipient of the Inspired Creator Grant.
Check out her eBook offerings:
RIVERSONG: Creative, Holistic Approaches to Photographing New River Gorge is Michele’s first ebook, available for purchase on her website.
Her anticipated second instructional eBook THE ART OF FOG: A Primer for Expressive Landscape and Nature Photography in Fog will be released in the Fall of 2023.
 
www.michelesons.com
www.instagram.com/michelesonsphotography
 
 
Mentioned in this episode:
Tips on Dune photography with Sarah Marino & Jennifer Renwick
 
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-7-michele-sons/
 
Other podcast appearances:
https://www.mattpaynephotography.com/gallery/photographing-appalachia/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/michele-sons-sam-krisch-fine-art-photographers/id1528774028?i=1000599431024
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 6: Immersion & Discomfort with Talor Stone

Episode 6: Immersion & Discomfort with Talor Stone
 
Talor Stone is a PhD researcher, visual storyteller and photographer based in Pensacola, Florida. As an Arctic specialist, Talor has spent a significant amount of time exploring the northern region. Talor’s work merges science and art to highlight themes of transition and fragility and emotionally connect viewers to places few will ever visit. Her hope is to raise awareness that climate-threatened landscapes are more than data points, charts, and statistics – they’re living places that deserve to be protected in their own right.
 
https://www.talorstonephotography.com/
https://www.instagram.com/talorstonephotography
 
 
Mentioned in this episode:
Donate to the Greenland Documentary Project!
Ashlei Payne
 
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-6-talor-stone/
 
 
Other podcast appearances:
https://beyondthelens.fm/39_talor_stone/
https://www.mattpaynephotography.com/gallery/talor-stone-conversation-landscape-photography/
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 5: Dust Storm & Getting Stuck with Huibo Hou

Episode 5: Dust Storm & Getting Stuck with Huibo Hou
 
Huibo Hou a landscape photographer based in San Diego, California. Her interest in photography started back in 1999 as a hobbyist while working in the wireless communication industry. Then life got in the way and she had to give it up for quite some time. In early 2015 Huibo rekindled her love for photography and gradually became more serious.
 
Landscape photography, especially in black and white, is the art medium that she’s passionate about. She uses it as a creative outlet to express how she observes, interprets, and connects with nature. 
https://www.huibohou.com/
https://www.instagram.com/huibohouphoto
 
Mentioned in this episode:
Jennifer Renwick Photography
Action Photo Tours
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-5-huibo-hou/
 
Other podcast appearances:
https://www.mattpaynephotography.com/gallery/huibo-hou-podcast-conversation/
https://photographycourse.net/huibo-hou/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyDDmLYKr8k
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 4: Excitement & Wonder with Alyce Bender

Episode 4: Excitement & Wonder with Alyce Bender
 
Alyce Bender is a nature photographer, writer, educator, and adventurer. Camera in hand since childhood, her fascination for photography developed into a career after serving in the U.S. Air Force. Her passion for wildlife and the natural environment compels her to connect others with nature through sharing both visual art and in-field experiences that promote conservation, creativity, and ethical photography. She is a Tamron USA Ambassador, contributing writer for the Journal of Wildlife Photography, and her work has been featured in group and solo gallery shows across the US as well as in international publications from the UK to Japan. Bender leads photography adventures around the world to photographers of all levels explore and expand their personal vision and naturalist skills ethically. When not in the field, she offers a variety of educational programs both in person and virtually for photography organizations large and small. You can see more of Bender’s work at
https://www.abenderphotography.com/
https://www.instagram.com/abenderphoto/
 
Other podcast appearances:
https://www.outdoorphotographypodcast.com/how-to-be-a-better-nature-photographer-with-alyce-bender/
https://conservationvisuals.com/podcast/alyce-bender/
https://www.davidjohnstonart.com/podcast/alyce-bender
 
For women only: No more hiding! Pee standing up with Brie's favorite trail-friendly device.
 
Read more and access searchable transcripts:
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-4-alyce-bender/
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out featured wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 3: Rejuvenation & Peace with Shanda Akin

Episode 3: Rejuvenation & Peace with Shanda Akin
 
Shanda Akin's photography and art are the result of her pursuit to witness a depleting natural globe, bring the surreal to life, and experience remarkable moments in time while sharing my view of the world. Though her formal education was in human resources and organizational management, Shanda’s heart always led her to extreme ends of the earth with a camera in hand. After a 25-year career the Air Force, she chose to make her first project a beautiful book about the nature and landscapes that surround her home, Durango, Colorado. Shanda has an affinity for the outdoors and landscapes, but considers herself a photographic generalist. 
 
Check out her work and upcoming book at
https://www.shandaakin.com/
 
https://www.instagram.com/shandaakinphotography/
 
Other appearances:
https://www.onlandscape.co.uk/2023/06/shanda-akin/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QW59eY3U_M
 
For women only: No more hiding! Pee standing up with Brie's favorite trail-friendly device.
 
Read more and access searchable transcripts:
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-3-shanda-akin/
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com to check out the faces of other wild women, episode transcripts and more information about our small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 2: Authenticity & Awe with Sarah Lyndsay

Episode 2: Authenticity & Awe with Sarah Lyndsay
 
Sarah Lyndsay is a passionate self-portrait & landscape photographer who combined her love for all genres to create ethereal images while wearing beautiful, flowing gowns. The yellow dress is her iconic look and she travels the world with these dresses packed in her camera bag, photographing herself in surreal landscapes. She often uses a long exposure technique when creating her images which helps her stand out from the crowd.
 
To get notified of her upcoming book pre-sale go to:
www.sarahlyndsayphotography.com
https://www.instagram.com/sarahlyndsayphotography/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC73iAchNebceqyF3I0qskiA
https://www.facebook.com/sarahlyndsayphotography/
 
Other podcast appearances:
https://landscapephotographyworld.podbean.com/e/ep-105-sarah-lyndsay/ 
https://theirishphotographypodcast.podbean.com/e/ep-170-sarah-lyndsay-the-yellow-dress/
https://www.mattpaynephotography.com/gallery/sarah-lyndsay-conversation/
 
For women only: No more hiding! Pee standing up with Brie's favorite trail-friendly device.
 
Read more and access searchable transcripts:
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-2-sarah-lyndsay/
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com for episode transcripts, Brie's image portfolio and information about my small group photography escapes! 
 
 

Episode 1: Awe & Nervousness with Brie Stockwell

Episode 1: Awe & Nervousness with Brie Stockwell
 
Hi, I'm Brie Stockwell, photographer, creative coach and host of this new podcast, Wild Women in Photography!
To kick things off I start with a couple of my own experiences that go along with the emotions: Awe & Nervousness. 
 
Mentioned in this episode:
My podcast with Len Metcalf: A Creative Affair
David Hunter
The Strike Valley in Capitol Reef National Park (US)
Episode 174 on podcast F-Stop Collaborate & Listen
 
 
Alyce Bender is a nature photographer, writer, educator, and adventurer. Camera in hand since childhood, her fascination for photography developed into a career after serving in the U.S. Air Force. Her passion for wildlife and the natural environment compels her to connect others with nature through sharing both visual art and in-field experiences that promote conservation, creativity, and ethical photography. She is a Tamron USA Ambassador, contributing writer for the Journal of Wildlife Photography, and her work has been featured in group and solo gallery shows across the US as well as in international publications from the UK to Japan. Bender leads photography adventures around the world to photographers of all levels explore and expand their personal vision and naturalist skills ethically. When not in the field, she offers a variety of educational programs both in person and virtually for photography organizations large and small. You can see more of Bender’s work at
https://www.abenderphotography.com/
https://www.instagram.com/abenderphoto/
 
Other podcast appearances:
https://www.outdoorphotographypodcast.com/how-to-be-a-better-nature-photographer-with-alyce-bender/
https://conservationvisuals.com/podcast/alyce-bender/
https://www.davidjohnstonart.com/podcast/alyce-bender
 
For women only: No more hiding! Pee standing up with Brie's favorite trail-friendly device.
 
Read more and access searchable transcripts:
Blog post: https://www.wildwomanphotography.com/episode-1-brie-stockwell/
 
Visit www.wildwomanphotography.com for episode transcripts, my image portfolio  and information about my small group photography escapes!