Rediscovering Meaning in a World of Images - Moments of Mood, 2.0

The MOOD Podcast

“When Was the Last Time a Photo Meant Something to You?”

What if photography wasn’t just about what you see — but about what you feel?

In this episode of Moments of Mood - each episode now released every other week in between guest episodes - I share a deeply personal story that reshaped the way I saw photography forever.

What this short episode covers:

• The difference between photos that look good and photos that mean something, and whether that's even important
• A life-changing moment with a young girl in Uganda
• Why the context around the frame matters as much as the frame itself
• How to shoot with deeper intention and connection
• A powerful challenge to rekindle your photographic voice

Take the challenge:

In the next 48 hours, take one photo that matters to you — and reflect on why. That’s how we shift from taking pictures to creating something that truly lasts.

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Thank you for listening and for being a part of this incredible community. You can also watch this episode on my YouTube channel (link below) where I also share insights, photography tips and behind-the-scenes content on my channel as well as my social media, so make sure to follow me on Instagram, Twitter, Threads and TikTok or check out my website for my complete portfolio of work.

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Chapters

1. Photography as Universal Language (00:00:00)

2. When Photos Truly Matter (00:00:54)

3. The Uganda Turning Point (00:01:47)

4. Beyond Technical Perfection (00:04:40)

5. Challenge: Take One Meaningful Photo (00:06:50)