Thriving as a Fashion Photographer: Troy Freyee’s Path to Artistic Freedom, E064

09/24/24 • 67 min

What if photography could capture not just a moment, but the very essence of the soul?
Troy Freyee is an innovative fashion photographer known for his raw and emotive style. In this new episode, he shares his journey from managing a fashion store to becoming a prominent photographer, diving deep into how he connects with his subjects to capture authentic emotions.
We discuss the fine line between creativity and burnout and how his background influences his empowering portrayal of women in his work. Troy’s philosophy on photography as an exploration of the soul shines through as he opens up about the challenges of staying grounded while working in such an high-demand field.

What we talk about:

Merging spontaneity with intentional artistry
Balancing commercial and personal photography projects
The impact of mental health in the creative industry
Tips for introverted photographers to connect with subjects
Navigating the evolution of fashion photography

Find Troy’s work here:
Website: https://freyeephotography.com/
Instagram: @freyeephoto
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What we talk about:

Merging spontaneity with intentional artistry
Balancing commercial and personal photography projects
The impact of mental health in the creative industry
Tips for introverted photographers to connect with subjects
Navigating the evolution of fashion photography

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The MOOD Podcast - Thriving as a Fashion Photographer: Troy Freyee’s Path to Artistic Freedom, E064

Transcript

Troy Freyee00:00:00.040

I suppose that's all about finding your own lane in the world , in the photography world . When I first started , I didn't really know what I wanted .

Matt Jacob00:00:09.279

Do you think about your photography more in the long term , like how can I keep evolving , how can I you know break ?

Troy Freyee00:00:15.044

more barriers .