Curtis Jones: Arctic Photography, Storytelling & Life in the Wild

Описание: In this episode of The Nature Photo Guys Podcast, we sit down with Curtis Jones—Arctic photographer, visual storyteller, and wilderness explorer.

From the remote shores of Newfoundland to the frozen landscapes of Nunavut, Curtis shares insights from over a decade photographing the Canadian Arctic, Greenland, Antarctica, and beyond.

We dive into Arctic photography, life in extreme environments, storytelling through landscapes and portraits, and how solitude shapes creativity. Whether you're a photographer, traveller, or just wild at heart—this one’s for you.

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CURTIS JONES SHOW LINKS

• Website | https://www.curtisjonesphoto.com/

• Instagram |   / cjonesphoto  

• Facebook |   / curtisjonesphoto  

• YouTube |    / curtisjonesphotography  

• Offbeat Photography | https://offbeatphoto.ca

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Chapters:

00:00 – Intro & Sponsor Message
01:00 – Hosts Introduce Curtis Jones
03:00 – Curtis’s Childhood in Newfoundland
07:00 – Choosing Pharmacy Over Art
11:00 – Life in the Canadian Arctic & Greenland Invitation
15:00 – Greenland Expedition: Planning & Gear
21:00 – Mental Journey Across Greenland Ice
25:00 – Post-Trip Life & Career Shift
29:00 – First Steps in Photography & Design Work
33:00 – Exploring Commercial & Landscape Photography
36:00 – Gear Update: From Canon Rebel to R5
40:00 – Favorite Lenses for Wildlife & Landscapes
43:00 – Transitioning into Video Work
47:00 – Social Media & Finding Authenticity
55:00 – Battling FOMO in Field Work
59:00 – Wildlife Patience & Photography Strategy
1:05:00 – Behind-the-Scenes & Workshop Filming
1:09:00 – Workshops & Teaching Philosophy
1:14:00 – Building Offbeat, Mentorship & Community
1:19:00 – Inspiration Sources: Film, Comedy, Storytelling
1:23:00 – Balancing Courage & Intention in Art
1:29:00 – Current Challenges & Antarctic Guiding
1:33:00 – Creating Space for Passion Projects
1:37:00 – Advice for Emerging Photographers
1:41:00 – Closing Remarks & Sign-off

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