“Harnessing Patience and Presence” International Speaker Series
Develop mindfulness, creativity, and connection in your photography
In a fast paced modern world, the art of slowing down and noticing the subtle details around us is often overlooked. The power of observation and patience is a key component to cultivating a photographic practice that aligns creativity, confidence, and self-expression. Join for a speaker series featuring world leading photographers with decades of experience dedicated to learning how the mindful photographer harnesses patience and presence. This is an amazing opportunity to delve deeper into the connection between self-awareness and impactful image-making.Â
This is guaranteed to be an incredible International Speaker Series where you will hear from 4 speakers over the course of a month, each talking about their unique approach to photographing abstract details, finding their inner voice, imbuing images with meaning, and an appreciation for weather (rain or shine). At just $22 per speaker or $77 for the whole series, this represents incredible value to access presentations from these photographers — including lifetime access to recordings, so you don’t have to be there live!Â
We will learn practical tips and creative techniques as well as how we can grow as artists by challenging ourselves to craft personally meaningful photographs.Â
- We start the series with returning NPC speaker Kai Hornung’s “Seeing Beyond”, a presentation on how slowing down and moving beyond literal representation can help us find meaning in photography. (LIVE October 1st at 11:00 am PT / 19:00 BST)
- Andrea Pozzi presents “Decontexualize to find your inner voice”, his journey of self-discovery, artistic evolution, and forming an intimate connection with nature. (LIVE October 8th at 11:00 am PT / 19:00 BST)
- Next up is Simon Baxter’s “Speaking for the Trees — A Story of Wonder”, a brand new presentation on how he found sanctuary in woodlands and the turning points along the way that helped him evolve his photography to become more connected with nature. (LIVE October 14th at 11:00 am PT / 19:00 BST)
- Lastly, Lizzie Shepherd joins to talk about “Whatever the weather… why seasons matter”, offering insights into how we can appreciate landscapes in all conditions at all times of the year. (LIVE October 21st at 11:00 am PT / 19:00 BST)
This promises to be a practical and insightful speaker series from photographers who have honed their craft through years of hard work.Â
Registration for the series comes with the opportunity to ask questions live, rewatch the sessions as much as you want for as long as you want, and even download for offline viewing. They are all recorded so no need to be there live! You will have permanent access to the recordings through My Library, YouTube or Dropbox file download.
Are you an annual or monthly member? You’ll gain access to all these sessions the day after they’re streamed live!
Nature Photography Classes offer a unique opportunity to hear from and interact with people that rarely speak with audiences and are considered some of the best photography educators in the world. Â
5% of all registration fees will be donated to the environmental cause or organization of the speakers choosing. Another great opportunity to give back!
The sessions will be hosted by Murray Livingston, International Speaker Series moderator for Nature Photography Collective.Â
Kai Hornung teaches “Seeing Beyond - finding meaning in the chaos of nature”
In this presentation, Kai Hornung explores how ambiguity and emotional resonance can bring greater depth to nature photography. Inspired by Minor White’s idea to “photograph for what else it is,” he shows how moving beyond literal representation opens space for interpretation and dialogue. Instead of merely depicting what lies before the lens, images become invitations — evoking feeling, memory, or imagination in the viewer.
Kai will share how slowing down and seeking meaning in your photography transforms the act of photographing — turning it into a more personal, fulfilling connection with both nature and one’s own creative voice.
Bio:
Kai Hornung is a part-time professional landscape photographer, speaker, and mentor based in Hanover, Germany. Coming to photography from music and the corporate world about a decade ago, he has since developed a visual language defined by emotion, and personal depth. His images range from intimate, abstract details to wide, dramatic landscapes, always seeking to create photographs that invite emotion rather than simply depict.
Alongside his artistic work, Kai is a sought-after mentor and presenter. He regularly shares his approach to photography in workshops, talks, and online programs. His presentations have inspired audiences at renowned events on- and offline. Through teaching and speaking, he encourages photographers to discover a more personal connection to nature and creativity.
Kai has previously presented "Finding Small: Your Own Creative Journey" for Nature Photography Collective, where he shows how to shape your own artistic voice, develop a unique style, build confidence in your own work and receive practical advice for improving your photography to make it more personal.
Learn more about Kai on his website.Â
Kai will be supporting Sea Legacy with 5% from the registration feesÂ
Andrea Pozzi teaches “Decontextualize to Find Your Inner Voice”
In "Decontextualize to find your inner voice”, Andrea will discuss photographic evolution, how moving beyond being "just landscape photographers” can lead to a deeper self-discovery and a more intimate connection with nature. He will explore the genre of photography we should all aspire to: autobiographical photography.
Bio:
A full time landscape photographer and adventurer, Andrea is also an expert and renowned tour leader who works in the most diverse environments across all seven continents. Over the years, his adventures have taken him to approximately 70 countries. He has earned several awards in the most important international competitions of nature photography, including the most prestigious in the world: the BBC Wildlife Photographer of the Year.​ He graduated in Environmental Architecture in 2009, and since 2005, he has also been a ski instructor, a skill that often allows him to reach unspoiled places
You can learn more about Andrea on his website.
Andrea will be supporting Nature Conservancy with 5% from the registration feesÂ
Simon Baxter teaches "Speaking for the Trees: A Story of Wonder"
Simon Baxter
This is a story of how Simon's experiences amongst trees has transported him into a world of curiosities and a childlike state of wonder. The woods have been a constant source of sanctuary that's deepened his connection to the natural world, and continues to help his photography evolve. Simon will discuss turning points in his own work and how he's harnessed these moments to help him speak for the trees.
Bio:Â
In almost 10 years as a dedicated woodland photographer, Simon has gained a keen following through his authentic, thoughtful videos and his unwavering love for trees. With a passion for printing, he's also proud of pioneering exhibitions such as Woodland Sanctuary and the current All the Wood's a Stage exhibition at Nunnington Hall in North Yorkshire. Simon has also produced 4 books - Gathering Time, Woodland Sanctuary, OAK, and All the Wood's a Stage.
You can learn more about Simon on his website.
Simon will be supporting Trees for Life  with 5% from the registration feesÂ
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Lizzie Shepherd teaches “Whatever the Weather… Why Seasons Matter”
Landscape photographers often have seasonal preferences for the places and subjects they like to photograph; but what are the differentiators that make us appreciate what each season has to offer? An exploration of how aspects such as weather, colour, light and form shape our appreciation of the landscape.
Bio:
Lizzie is a professional photographer from the UK, specialising in landscape, nature and travel. For the last decade or so, she has loved sharing her thoughts and experiences of photography through small group workshops, writing and presentations. Photography has been part of her life for many years, and she particularly values the way it has helped her really to see and appreciate the natural world. She loves spending time in the landscape, looking for more abstract and unusual interpretations of the places she visits. She is increasingly drawn to more complex scenes and believes that one of the absolute joys of photography is that it helps you really to open your eyes, to develop your vision and to keep searching for ways in which to express that vision.
You can learn more about Lizzie on her website.
Lizzie will be supporting World Land Trust with 5% from the registration feesÂ
