Wonder if it's possible to build a career being a camera know-it-all? (spoilers - you can)In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino talk with NYC based photographer, Anthony Festa, and how his love of the art, gear,

EP 032 - Macro impact on a Micro Scale: an interview with Kavi Vu of “Wake Up Atlanta”

May 12th, 2020 57m 2s

In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino talk with Atlanta based content creator, Kavi Vu. Kavi, along with her friend and creative partner Phi Nguyen, are the minds behind “Wake Up Atlanta”, a web series created wit

EP 031 - A Career in Problem Solving: a chat with Director of Production, Scott Hartman

Apr 23rd, 2020 1h 3m

In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino talk with filmmaker Scott Hartman. Listen along as we:Dive into Scott‘s career path from on-air broadcast journalist to commercial filmmaker and Director of Production for

EP 030 - Purpose Driving Creative: a chat with Kenny Morgan of Counsel Creative

Mar 25th, 2020 59m 29s

In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino sit down with Kenny Morgan, Co-founder of Counsel Creative, a branding agency based in Chattanooga, TN. What happens when you place your personal purpose at the center of your

EP 029 - So you're ready to make the jump? Let's talk it through.

Mar 11th, 2020 1h

In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino are in Waterbury, CT and chat with photographer (and David's first assistant), Justin Krompier. Listen in as we talk with Justin about his leap from a 9-5 job into the beginni

EP 028 - So you want to hire a photographer?

Feb 25th, 2020 57m 18s

In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino dive into the process of engaging a photographer (or any creative for that matter) for your creative project. We walk through:What details you should include to get the mos

EP 027 - They say it takes a village

Jan 28th, 2020 54m 16s

The photographers are in and back to bantering as we kick off 2020!In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino dive into the topic of set assisting — what it takes to be a good assistant and how you as a photographer ca

EP 026 - Using your talents for good

Dec 18th, 2019 1h 15m

In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino talk with Ash Patino about her latest venture and how she's focusing on creating her own true crime content and more importantly using her video talents to help bring an unsolv

EP 025 - Retouching: finding the balance in your work

Dec 5th, 2019 1h 4m

Do you retouch your images? Ever think to yourself that an image was pushed too far? Is there such a thing?In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino talk on the subject of photo manipulation, compositing, and the chal

EP 024 - How do you set goals for your business?

Nov 12th, 2019 56m

In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino talk about measuring performance and goal setting for creative businesses as we approach the end of the year. *Spoilers: There's a few different ways to go about it * Like th

EP 023 - Who, what, when, and where are cool... but WHY?????

Nov 4th, 2019 48m 3s

In this episode, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino chat about the making of art that stands out but more importantly, the "WHY" that goes into making those pieces.Like the podcast? Give it a like and share it with a friend!Co

EP 022 — Slowing Down and Taking Charge

Oct 11th, 2019 49m 50s

Photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino chat about taking control and setting the tone while working with others. A conversation inspired by this article: https://aphotoeditor.com/2019/10/01/the-daily-edit-forest-woodward/Be sure t

EP 021 — Around the World and Back Again

Oct 11th, 2019 49m 50s

The photographers, Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino welcome filmmaker, Antony Bui to the Office Hours Podcast studio!Antony is the founder of LaunchLight Films a production studio based in Atlanta focused on serving the tech startup sector

EP 020 — The First Annual Gear Review Roundup

Sep 10th, 2019 1h 8m

The Photographers are back from Summer break and talking gear (Yeah we know - it came as a shock to us too)!Listen along as David Patino and Ashton Staniszewski try and fail to talk through all the camera gear we've handled in 2019.Spoilers:

EP 020 — The First Annual Gear Review Roundup

Sep 10th, 2019 1h 8m

The Photographers are back from Summer break and talking gear (Yeah we know - it came as a shock to us too)!Listen along as David Patino and Ashton Staniszewski try (and fail) to talk through all the camera gear they've handled in 2019.Spoile

EP 019 — Is Price Undercutting a Thing?

Aug 13th, 2019 53m 33s

Photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino take a stab at the delicate topic of pricing. Listen along as they discuss rate structure as it relates to location, market prices, and how the idea of "undercutting" is just an excuse. Like

EP 018 — Personal Projects and Listener Questions Vol 2!

Jul 30th, 2019 1h 3m

Photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino talk shop and answer YOUR questions! This time around we dig into personal projects — why you should do them, how to get started, and the ins-and-outs of navigating them long term.Shameless se

EP 017 — Culture, Creativity, Music, and a Spoonful of Wisdom.

Jul 16th, 2019 1h 13m

Imagine working at one of the largest media companies in the world and having the job of building a positive culture of creativity and professional growth.Photographers David Patino and Ashton Staniszewski talk with Kyle Stapleton, Manager of

EP 016 — Creative Staleness and Investing in Others.

Jul 2nd, 2019 52m 28s

Photographers David Patino and Ashton Staniszewski talk with Photographer and professional human, Dan Almasy out of Atlanta, Georgia.That's right, another week, another "Dan" on the podcast! We chart Dan's creative journey from his start in f

EP 015 — Places, spaces, and a change of scenery

Jun 18th, 2019 1h 2m

Photographers David Patino and Ashton Staniszewski talk with Architecture Photographer, Dan Ryan of Roehner + Ryan, a photography duo, based in Scottsdale Arizona. Listen along as Dan charts his growth as a creative and how a bout with burnout

EP 014 — Learning to pivot

Jun 5th, 2019 1h 1m

Ever give up on an idea? How did you know it was time? Ever have the same line of thinking towards your career? This week the photographers David Patino and Ashton Staniszewski discuss "flawed ideas" and the challenges that come when something

EP 013 — Freelance as a ticket to see the world

May 21st, 2019 2h 56m

Ever wonder what it would be like to leave your J.O.B. job for a full-time freelance venture? Then this episode is for you!In Episode 013, photographers Ashton Staniszewski and David Patino talk with special guest Will Moyer, graphic designer

EP 012 — Spark joy and print your work!

May 7th, 2019 52m 44s

When was the last time you looked at a photo that wasn't on a screen? How about the last time you turned the pages on an art book? In Office Hours EP 12 David and Ashton talk about the simple pleasure that is printed photographic art - yup, pr

EP 011 — Making “you” Art and other Perils of Being Creative

Apr 23rd, 2019 59m 20s

How do you carve out time for personal projects or "you" art? What happens when that personal side hustles become a business?In Office Hours EP 11 David and Ashton chat with Mike Martin of Mike Martin Photography and General Manager of Marketi

EP 010 — Building a team in your business

Apr 9th, 2019 1h

Episode X (or 10 rather)!If you’re a one-man-band, how do you know when it’s time to grow your team? In episode 10, Ashton and David interview special guest, Mike Graham. Mike is the founder and creative strategy at Second Melody, a branding