Podcast

Behind The Lens

Arts, Visual Arts

Behind The Lens is a raw look into the minds, souls, and unscripted realities of master creators. This isn't a show about f-stops and lighting grids—it’s an exploration of art, vulnerability, and creative survival.

Go behind the scenes to hear in their own words, the intense personal hurdles, creative obsessions, and radical reinventions that drive world-class artist. From processing life’s deepest grief through self-portraiture to reclaiming a lost passion for art in the middle of a desert heatwave, Behind The Lens dives into the raw truth of what it takes to keep the creative spark alive when business, life, and burnout threaten to kill it.

This show is best consumed in video.

Episodes
3
Releases
Every few months
Typical length
27 min
On air since
2026
Latest episode
3 weeks ago

Episodes

3 episodes, newest first

  1. Elevating the Craft of Fine Art Portraiture with Monica Sigmon

    Episode 3

    Show notes

    In this conversation, Monica Sigmon, a portrait photographer and Sony artisan, shares her journey in photography, emphasizing her focus on capturing real people and their stories. She discusses her recent project, 'Women of Distinction,' which honors philanthropic women in Houston through innovative portraiture. Monica reflects on the challenges of revitalizing a legacy photography business and offers valuable advice for aspiring photographers on navigating the industry and establishing a clear vision for their careers.

    27 min
  2. Reinvention, Passion, and the Creative Process with Sue Bryce

    Episode 2

    Show notes

    In this conversation, Sue Bryce shares her extensive journey as a photographer, discussing her evolution from mastering her craft to embracing new technologies and storytelling methods. She emphasizes the importance of reinvention in the creative field, particularly in response to industry changes and personal burnout. Sue also highlights her transition to Sony cameras, her passion for creating art with clients, and the joy of storytelling through photography. Throughout the discussion, she reflects on overcoming challenges related to self-worth and education in the photography business. In this conversation, Sue Bryce shares her insights on the creative process in photography, discussing her experiences with iconic shoots, particularly with dancer and choreographer Daphne Fernberger. She emphasizes the importance of staying inspired and replenishing one's artistic spirit, offering advice for aspiring artists to keep their passion for art alive. The discussion also touches on the challenges of the photography industry and the significance of collaboration with other artists.

    29 min
  3. Photography, Color, and Evolution with Meg Loeks

    Episode 1

    Show notes

    In this episode, storyteller Meg Loeks takes a deep dive into her artistic journey, her shifting creative focus, and the intricate process behind her vibrant, nostalgia-infused 90s photography series. From her roots in a high school darkroom to managing a household of five children while building a business, Meg shares how she uses photography as a form of therapeutic self-care and artistic exploration.

    24 min

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