373: Caroline Van Hemert - Mixing Words with Photos in a Compelling Way

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In this episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," Caroline Van Hemert and Matt Payne dive into the nuances of blending storytelling with photography, as Caroline shares her riveting personal experiences from the Arctic and discusses the environmental changes she's witnessed. Drawing from her background as a wildlife biologist and adventurer, she reflects on her family's sailboat explorations and the challenges of environmental storytelling aimed at inspiring action. Caroline and Matt exchange thoughts on overcoming negative media narratives about wildlife, the importance of authenticity in storytelling, and the role of various media in capturing the essence of the outdoors. They also discuss the practical aspects of self-publishing, book marketing, and the balance between personal narratives and scientific research in engaging an audience.
Resources Mentioned on the Podcast:

• Caroline's article in the New York Times
• Caroline's articles in Outside Magazine
• American Wolf Book (affiliate link)
• The Sun is a Compass book (affiliate link)
• Ethan Beute's article & podcast
• Watch the podcast on YouTube
• Support the podcast on Patreon and engage in conversation about the episode

Photographers Recommended on the Podcast:

• Luc Mehl
• Joe Stock
• Nathaniel Wilder