We Honestly Critique Each Other's Photos...

Think your photos are untouchable? Think again. In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into critiquing each other’s work—no filters, no mercy. From egrets with questionable neck textures to waterfalls that just needed a better sky, we’re breaking down the good, the meh, and the downright confusing. Along the way, we’ll share stories of the emotional rollercoaster of editing, and why some photos that take zero effort still get all the love. Oh, and did we mention Richard Pond? Yeah, you’ll never unsee it. Head to YouTube to see the images referenced in the episode. Expect to Learn: How personal attachment to a photo can influence your perception of its quality Why photos that are effortless still often resonate with audiences Practical editing advice, like knowing when to stop tweaking before you overdo it How to analyze photos with a critical eye How the context behind a photo can add depth, even if the shot isn’t perfect. Sponsors: Thanks to Tamron for sponsoring this episode! Check out the 18-300mm compact, all-in-one zoom lens for creators. Get sharp shots from wide landscapes to close-ups with a 16.6x zoom, fast VXD autofocus, and a 5.9" minimum focusing distance. Available for Sony E, FUJIFILM X, and now Nikon Z , and Canon RF mounts. Save for a limited time on select mounts! Explore here at Thanks to the National Park Foundation for sponsoring today’s episode. Enter the Share the Experience photo contest for a chance to win $10,000 and prizes from Celestron, Historic Hotels of America, and YETI. The grand prize winner’s photo could be featured on the America the Beautiful—the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass. Submit your best shots now at sharetheexperience.org/tpm Our Links: Join our subreddit where you can share stories and ask questions:

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We Honestly Critique Each Other's Photos... is an episode from The Photographer Mindset by Seth Macey & Aaron Mannes.

This episode is 60:42 long.

This episode was published on Oct 27, 2025.

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