Episode Fifteen with Special Guest, Rachael Talibart
Summary
In this episode, Rachael Talibart shares her journey from a professional city career to becoming a full-time coastal photographer. She discusses her artistic influences, the evolution of her work, and her current obsession with capturing the sea's textures and movements. Rachael reflects on the definition of success in photography, the impact of social media, and her experiences with publishing her work. The discussion also delves into the importance of nature in art and the role of texture in photography, culminating in Rachael's aspirations for future projects.
Takeaways
In this episode, Rachael Talibart shares her journey from a professional city career to becoming a full-time coastal photographer. She discusses her artistic influences, the evolution of her work, and her current obsession with capturing the sea's textures and movements. Rachael reflects on the definition of success in photography, the impact of social media, and her experiences with publishing her work. The discussion also delves into the importance of nature in art and the role of texture in photography, culminating in Rachael's aspirations for future projects.
Takeaways
- Rachel Talibar specializes in coastal photography and has been a full-time professional for nine years.
- Her artistic background includes writing and a strong influence from her mother, who was an artist.
- Rachel's current focus is on capturing water crashing into rocks with various shutter speeds.
- Success for Rachel is defined by personal fulfillment rather than commercial success.
- She is considering taking a sabbatical from teaching to focus on her own creative work.
- Rachel has published four books, with her latest being a project she is particularly proud of.
- She believes social media can corrupt the perception of art and is contemplating reducing her presence on it.
- Nature's textures and details have become a significant focus in her photography.
- Rachel acknowledges the influence of past photographers and the importance of innovation in her work.
- She aspires to create a black and white book in the future.
