Tune in to episode 80 where we speak with Chicago-based portrait photographer, Lawrence Agyei, as he discusses using environments for unique backdrops, emphasizing pre-visualization, diversity, and authenticity. Explore his diverse projects, and role in Apple and Nike campaigns, and witness Lawrence's journey—a fusion of innovation, imagination, cultural influences, and a commitment to authentic storytelling.

Tune in to Episode 77 where we speak with Los Angeles-based photojournalist and documentary photographer, Gabriella Angotti-Jones, about the nuances of navigating the photography world as a Black woman.

Tune in to Episode 69 where we speak with New Jersey-based photographer, Clifton Prescod, about identifying his target clients and audience in order to make impactful work.

Tune in to episode 64 where we speak with Albuquerque, NM, commercial and editorial photographer, and filmmaker, Evan Green about building a legacy as a Black photographer in the outdoor sports scene.

Tune in to Episode 63 where we speak with New York and Los Angeles-based commercial and portrait photographer, Sage East, about manifesting her dreams.

Tune in to Episode 60 where we speak with Nigerian-born commercial and portrait photographer, Ebuka Mordi about using his limitations to his advantage.

Tune in to Episode 58, where we speak with New York-based portrait and lifestyle photographer, Kareem Black, about the importance of embracing your hobbies.

Tune in to Episode 57 where we speak with Chicago-based commercial and sports photographer, Marcus Smith, about breaking down his career goals into smaller steps.

Tune in to Episode 56 where we speak with Brooklyn-based independent commercial director, Ron Brodie, about applying his own filters to the projects he works on.

Tune in to Episode 54 where we speak with NYC-based music, nightlife, and sports photographer Mel D. Cole, about shifting gears to become one of the most sought-after photojournalists and documentarians in the industry.

Tune in to Episode 45, where we speak with Chicago-based portrait, commercial and unit stills photographer, Parrish Lewis about taking leaps, betting on himself, and answering to his calling.

Tune in to episode 42, where we speak with Portland-based photojournalist, sports, portrait, and commercial photographer, Ivan McClellan about what it means to find his tribe within the Black Rodeo culture.

Tune in to Episode 39, where we speak with Brooklyn-based fashion, street, portrait and commercial photographer, Russell Frederick. We discuss the importance of pursuing your craft against opposition, paying your dues, and finding your purpose behind the camera.

Tune in to Episode 38 where we speak with Brooklyn-based documentary, commercial and portrait photographer, Aundre Larrow. We discuss what it means to be authentic as a person and how that translates into the work that we make as photographers.

Not every couple is built to work together, live together, and run a photography business together. Instead of choosing between being parents or entrepreneurs, Ike and Tash Haynes decided to become a family-centered business and bring their children along for the ride. This Seattle-based portrait, documentary, and commercial photography couple have created a lifestyle completely unique to their family.

Many photographers use the craft as a way to convey a message or communicate an idea. Gerard focuses on long-term projects as a way to connect with himself and explore his identity through his sexuality. For him, photography is therapy. His work is represented in the permanent collections at Duke University, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the Museum of the City of New York, and the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.

Tune in to Episode 15 of the Black Shutter podcast. I speak with Maryland and Los Angeles based fashion, portrait and commercial photographer, Jabari Jacobs. We chop it up about betting on ourselves, taking risks, and how to level up our presentation when it comes to the business side of things.


Tune in to hear Washington DC based photojournalist and professor, Cheriss May, discuss her time photographing politics as a Black woman. She also speaks on her experiences as both a student and professor at Howard University and the importance of having that community.

Arlington, VA, based photographer, Lawrence Jackson, shares his journey to becoming Official White House photographer for the Obama administration. He discusses the importance of being a Black man photographing the first African American president.

Michael Starghill, Houston based portrait and editorial photographer, discusses the art of self-assigning projects and the importance of paying dues.