Episode 45: Today I sit down with John Barclay, to chat about:His unexpected journey into photographyThe lasting impact of his mentors, Nancy Rotenberg, Freeman Patterson, and othersHow to overcome negative self-talk or beliefs about not being creativeHow his photography workshops and contemplative photography retreats differ and the value of each approachHow to create personally expressive imagesWhat is meant by contemplative photographyThe nuanced difference between “taking” images versus “being taken by” imagesThe importance of being still to be able to see more deeply and connect with the landscapeThe benefits of GAP: Grounded - Aware - PresentBalancing learning the craft of photography with being creativeThe parallels between music and photography as creative pursuitsThe importance of practiceAnd a whole lot more!LINKS MENTIONED:Websites: https://johnbarclayphotography.com/ and https://www.healingimages.org/ Follow John Barclay on InstagramFollow John Barclay on FacebookOther photographers and resources:Nancy RotenbergFreeman PattersonFlint SparksDewitt JonesRikki CookeCole ThompsonHeadspace AppSteve Van Zandt’s Autobiography - Unrequited Infatuations: A Memoir Out of Chicago LIVE! 2022 Full Show Notes***HAVE A QUESTION?Record a Question for Tidbit TuesdayLOVE THE OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST?Ways you can support the show:Buy Me a CoffeeLeave a Rating and ReviewSign up for the Outdoor Photography School NewsletterShare the show with others!CONFUSED ABOUT WHERE TO FOCUS?Download my FREE Hyperfocal Distance Made Easy EbookABOUT BRENDA PETRELLA (host)Learn more about meVisit my online portfolioConnect with me on Instagram