Feb 6, 2026
In this episode of Beyond the Image, James Patrick calls out one of the most damaging behaviors in the photography industry right now. Photographers mocking others for asking questions, shaming so-called “basic” knowledge, and treating curiosity as proof someone doesn’t belong.
James breaks down how gatekeeping...
Jan 26, 2026
Two photographs. Seconds
apart.
And a much bigger story about photography, accountability, and the
right to document power.
In this episode of Beyond the Image, James Patrick examines the events surrounding photographers John Abernathy and Pierre Lavie, whose images captured the moment documentation itself became a...
Jan 16, 2026
Fifteen years ago, I walked away from a full-time career in marketing—complete with a steady paycheck, benefits, and a 401K—to pursue photography. There were no guarantees it would work, only a willingness to accept uncertainty and learn along the way.
In this episode, I reflect on the lessons that have kept James...
Jan 6, 2026
Posing doesn’t have to feel awkward, forced, or inconsistent.
In this episode, James Patrick breaks down 8 practical posing tips he’s used across more than 800 magazine covers to help photographers confidently direct real clients, not professional models.
You’ll learn how to create structure at the start of...
Dec 29, 2025
Are your photography rates leaving you busy, booked, and broke? In this episode of Beyond the Image, James Patrick breaks down exactly how photographers can calculate sustainable rates that cover their cost of doing business, desired income, and all the hidden hours spent editing, marketing, and running their business.