Shona Perkins: Finding Calm Through Coastal ICM Photography

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Shona Perkins, a photographer specialising in intentional camera movement (ICM) and seascapes, shares her journey into photography and her passion for capturing the beauty of the sea. She discusses the meditative state she enters when photographing waves and the importance of connecting with the beach. Shona also talks about the challenges of finding time for her own photography while running workshops and retreats. She emphasises the deep connections formed during these experiences and the joy of seeing others go on a photographic journey.
Shona Perkins discusses the meticulous planning and organisation required to run successful photography workshops and retreats. She explains the importance of not just teaching photography skills, but also facilitating, engaging and motivating participants. Shona also talks about the evolution of her workshops and how she has adapted them to accommodate different weather conditions and participant preferences. She shares her excitement about her upcoming exhibition and the collaboration with another artist, Fee Dickson Reid.
Shona also answers questions about staying comfortable on wide-open beaches, her editing process, and her favourite lenses for seascape ICM photography. She mentions Northumberland and Cornwall as her favourite UK coastal locations and expresses her desire to shoot ICM photography in Cape Cod, USA.
Takeaways

• Photography can be a meditative and immersive experience.
• Connecting with the subject matter, such as the beach and the sea, can enhance the photographer's experience.
• Running workshops and retreats can be a rewarding way to share knowledge and create deep connections with other photographers.
• Finding a balance between personal photography and teaching can be challenging, but it's important to make time for one's own creative pursuits.
• Meticulous planning and organisation are essential for running successful photography workshops and retreats.
• Teaching photography skills is important, but facilitation, engagement, and motivation are equally crucial.
• Workshops and retreats evolve over time and can be adapted to accommodate different weather conditions and participant preferences.
• Collaborating with other artists can lead to exciting opportunities, such as joint exhibitions.
• Getting the best results in camera reduces the need for extensive editing.
• The 24-70mm lens is a favourite for seascape ICM photography.
• Northumberland and Cornwall are Shona's favourite UK coastal locations, and Cape Cod is on her bucket list for shooting ICM photography.

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1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Why ICM and Seacsape Photography? (00:07:34)

3. Receding or pushing tide? Sunrise or sunset? (00:13:29)

4. Running Workshops and Retreats. (00:18:29)

5. Shona's First Exhibition (00:25:48)

6. Six From SheClicks (00:31:37)