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How Creative Constraints can improve your photography

Jul 31, 2025 · 30 min · Season 7 · Episode 31 · 22.2 MB
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I often recommend that you practice as often as possible to improve your photography. But what do you do when you hit a mental blank?

One idea I suggest in this podcast is to shoot a series of photos, or a collection. And, to make them more coherent, and to challenge yourself, I suggest you use a Creative Constraint.

So what is a Creative Constraint? Here are some examples:

Technical:

  • Shoot only in black and white
  • Use only one lens
  • Limit yourself to manual focus (or full manual operation)
  • Limit yourself to 36 exposures

Time-based:

  • Shoot the same scene at the same time each day
  • Only shoot for 15 minutes in one location.

Subject or theme:

  • Only photograph shadows
  • Only photograph one colour
  • Only hands or feet

Locations:

  • Inside your home
  • Within 1km of your home
  • Only through windows

If you would like to challenge yourself further, take the 14-day challenge.


It's time for another podcast...

... And... just before I go...

How would you like to improve your photography today?

If you would, I have a free PDF that takes you through 10 tips that you can apply immediately and, I hope, will create a positive change in your photography.

So, if that sounds like something you would like, please click here and get your download.

Have a great day

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