131 - Seeing Inside: Building Your Vision and Staying Inspired as a Photographer

On this episode of The Nerdy Photographer Podcast, we’re thrilled to chat with the incredible Zoe Rain, a photographer known for creating striking and evocative images that tell a story. Zoe shares their process for building a creative vision and how they stays inspired in an industry that’s constantly evolving.

From their early days experimenting with photography to working on high-profile projects, Zoe takes us behind the scenes of their creative journey, revealing how they spark new ideas, find inspiration in unexpected places, and overcome creative blocks when they strike.

We also discuss practical tips for photographers looking to develop their own unique style and stay motivated, even when the creative well feels dry. This episode is packed with advice, insight, and a healthy dose of inspiration to help you reignite your passion for photography.

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About My Guest

Zoe Rain (American, b. 1993) is a photographer and filmmaker based in Chicago, with over a decade of experience in nearly every subject of the commercial photography field. Zoe’s work gained quick notoriety with it’s iconic and distinguished signature style, and has since seen the cover of Rolling Stone, subway car ads and Billboards across the country. After shooting as Macklemore’s fulltime tour photographer, she has since worked with some of the world’s largest musicians, including Chance The Rapper, Ed Sheeran, Kesha and Vic Mensa.

You can view more of Zoe's work at RainStudio.com or on their Instagram - https://instagram.com/zoerainphoto

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