How One Mindset Shift Changed Everything - Cam Stables, EO87

04/08/25 • 58 min

"Nothing will come from doing nothing."

Cam Stables is a filmmaker and photographer whose journey spans theatre, television, and visual storytelling with a cinematic flair. From early iMovie edits to directing for major brands like Mercedes-Benz and Canon, Cam’s work is rooted in authenticity, emotional impact, and a love for travel. He joins me to unpack the highs and lows of a creative career—and why just starting is often the most important step.

What we discussed in this episode :

The transition from live TV and theatre into visual storytelling
How travel fuels creativity and self-awareness
Building a brand that attracts the right kind of work for you
Why consistency on social media beats virality
Dealing with burnout and staying grounded
Balancing personal expression with commercial work
How to emotionally move people with photography and film
The rising role of AI in the creative space—and how to stay human
Advice for aspiring creators: gear, growth, and getting out there

Find Cam's work on his channels:
Website: www.camstables.com
Instagram: @cam_snaps
You Tube: @cam_snaps

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"Nothing will come from doing nothing."

What we discussed in this episode :

The transition from live TV and theatre into visual storytelling
How travel fuels creativity and self-awareness
Building a brand that attracts the right kind of work for you
Why consistency on social media beats virality
Dealing with burnout and staying grounded
Balancing personal expression with commercial work
How to emotionally move people with photography and film
The rising role of AI in the creative space—and how to stay human
Advice for aspiring creators: gear, growth, and getting out there

Find Cam's work on his channels:
Website: www.camstables.com
Instagram: @cam_snaps
You Tube: @cam_snaps

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Take the challenge:

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In this week's episode of 'Moments of Mood', I discuss how great portrait photography is about connecting and collaborating with the person or people in front of you, not just mastering technical skills.

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Listen to this short monologue about why.

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The MOOD Podcast - How One Mindset Shift Changed Everything - Cam Stables, EO87

Transcript

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Welcome to the Mood Podcast . I'm covering the art of conversation through the lens of photography and creativity , one frame at a time .

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I'm your host , matt Jacob , and today I'm joined by a visual storyteller who blendspaced world of television and theatre , where he honed his skills as a director , camera operator and video editor .