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ToP #0015: Flow - The Psychology of Optimal Photography
ToP #0015: Flow - The Psychology of Optimal Photography
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Length:
16 minutes
Released:
Feb 14, 2008
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
This podcast explores the concept of "flow." According to the definition on Wikipedia, flow is a mental state of operation in which the person is fully immersed in what
he or she is doing, characterized by a feeling of energized focus, full
involvement, and success in the process of the activity. In photography, flow can be used to help achieve a sense of heightened creativity with your photography.As a reference for this podcast, here is a simple chart that explains the four levels of flow:Level 1Low Skill - Low Challenge = Typically breeds apathyLevel 2Low Skill - High Challenge = Typically causes frustration and anxiety.Level 3High Skill - Low Challenge = Can bring about contentment and can build confidence but the challenge must increase to encourage true engagement.Level 4High Skill - High Challenge = Desired focused state where flow is attained,
he or she is doing, characterized by a feeling of energized focus, full
involvement, and success in the process of the activity. In photography, flow can be used to help achieve a sense of heightened creativity with your photography.As a reference for this podcast, here is a simple chart that explains the four levels of flow:Level 1Low Skill - Low Challenge = Typically breeds apathyLevel 2Low Skill - High Challenge = Typically causes frustration and anxiety.Level 3High Skill - Low Challenge = Can bring about contentment and can build confidence but the challenge must increase to encourage true engagement.Level 4High Skill - High Challenge = Desired focused state where flow is attained,
Released:
Feb 14, 2008
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
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