cb3d7728-4003-546e-833c-25396a91700fFri, 30 Jan 2026 21:30:00 +0000Captivate.fmPatrick Comtoishttps://artwork.captivate.fm/992ac081-2157-4447-9f6a-8d0712d8f727/WfUEAiiifH_9Y6xBcNe0yDDS.jpgPatrick ComtoisPatrick ComtoisA place where the world of photography is discussed and shared.https://patrickcomtoisphotography.comfalseepisodicnopodcastLearning from the MastersThey are masters of their craft, so what can we learn from them and how can we apply it to ur photography.

]]>They are masters of their craft, so what can we learn from them and how can we apply it to ur photography.

]]>6f7ccb3d-2e2d-4665-b11e-9b0ff1c2be9eThu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -050010:01falsefull4848Holiday Gift Ideas 20255 must have things in your bag for wildlife and landscape photographers.

]]>5 must have things in your bag for wildlife and landscape photographers.

]]>014368ee-a522-4301-ac1d-bde353309dccThu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -050009:59falsefull4747Longevity Builds ToolsThe longer you do something, the larger your toolbox becomes, but its how you use those tools that makes the difference.

]]>The longer you do something, the larger your toolbox becomes, but its how you use those tools that makes the difference.

]]>9b34f110-52b1-4293-a42b-42cf71f9a7a7Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -050010:39falsefull4646Security in numbersAs photographers we put so much emphasis sometimes into the numbers, we miss the bigger picture, literally. Let's chat about that in this episode.

]]>As photographers we put so much emphasis sometimes into the numbers, we miss the bigger picture, literally. Let's chat about that in this episode.

]]>ae8d258e-f893-433b-b39c-409ade6f91f2Mon, 09 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -050009:01falsefull4646Handling those voicesHow do you deal with self-doubt and the voices in your head holding you back in your photography or creative endeavors. Lets discuss ...

]]>How do you deal with self-doubt and the voices in your head holding you back in your photography or creative endeavors. Lets discuss ...

]]>474176e4-0db5-465c-adf8-a42ef0f2353aTue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -050008:02falsefull4545Getting Desired Image SizeWondering how to get the image size that you want in your photographs. In this episode lets chat about some strategies that have worked for me and can for you also no matter what camera or lens you are using.

]]>Wondering how to get the image size that you want in your photographs. In this episode lets chat about some strategies that have worked for me and can for you also no matter what camera or lens you are using.

]]>3b924b75-2173-4ead-b9fb-e75d9f99b767Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -050010:37falsefull4444Don't get caught on settingsEveryone is so concerned about numbers and settings in photograpy. I share the one thing that doesn't show up in numbers and is probably the most important thing in photography.

]]>Everyone is so concerned about numbers and settings in photograpy. I share the one thing that doesn't show up in numbers and is probably the most important thing in photography.

]]>0b8515ac-d695-4c1f-8f2d-c3ea8fbd52caThu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -050011:51falsefull4343Importance of StorytellingComposition, color, gesture, mood and even post-processing in the digital darkroom are parts of good storytelling. In this episode I share some ideas on how you can improve your storytelling regardless of genre.

]]>Composition, color, gesture, mood and even post-processing in the digital darkroom are parts of good storytelling. In this episode I share some ideas on how you can improve your storytelling regardless of genre.

]]>4db67325-273a-4776-a459-878c2b882de0Tue, 17 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -050013:58falsefull4242Passion and DissapointmentEarly in my career, I certainly have experience both, but I have learned as my photography evolved how to keep the passion and avoid dissapointment not letting it creep into my photography.

]]>Early in my career, I certainly have experience both, but I have learned as my photography evolved how to keep the passion and avoid dissapointment not letting it creep into my photography.

]]>93e4baef-517b-4746-b0af-792944daae9bThu, 08 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -050010:46falsefull4141Have ConfidenceIn this episode I talk about getting distracted by the wrong conversations and missing what is right in front of you

]]>In this episode I talk about getting distracted by the wrong conversations and missing what is right in front of you

]]>9aa53f9d-a1a4-4126-a3bb-f6e51f6e92daTue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -050012:08falsefull4040Do I Buy New GearWith manufacturers turning out new bodies and lenses frequently, the question becomes, do I buy new gear?

]]>With manufacturers turning out new bodies and lenses frequently, the question becomes, do I buy new gear?

]]>fa16b2f5-03f5-4c70-90a7-1fa312f02f91Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -050008:42falsefull3939Shooting in Harsh LightWe have all had to shoot in harsh light, but how do you get good images in this light, I share some of my thoughts and tips on this in the latest episode.

]]>We have all had to shoot in harsh light, but how do you get good images in this light, I share some of my thoughts and tips on this in the latest episode.

]]>3420e222-96f4-406f-8726-aa83dea56897Sat, 04 May 2024 00:00:00 -050008:08falsefull3838Tips for Getting the ShotIn this episode, I wanted to share with you things that I have learned to keep in mind while out shooting wildlife that may improve your chances of getting the shot you want.

]]>In this episode, I wanted to share with you things that I have learned to keep in mind while out shooting wildlife that may improve your chances of getting the shot you want.

]]>54a7139c-bb64-43fc-8d85-081809494102Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -050017:19falsefull3737Why those lensesWhen asked why I shoot with those lenses by a non-photographer, it got my thinking. In this episode I talk about why I shoot with specific lenses and how it fits my style of photography.

]]>When asked why I shoot with those lenses by a non-photographer, it got my thinking. In this episode I talk about why I shoot with specific lenses and how it fits my style of photography.

]]>aaff7c83-e4e3-4f0d-890d-0e208b3c8f3bTue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -050010:32falsefull3636Software vs TechniqueIn this episode I discuss a conversation I had with a beginner photography on craft versus post processing.

]]>In this episode I discuss a conversation I had with a beginner photography on craft versus post processing.

]]>cc19fdba-a945-4170-ada5-e8fa441fe6c2Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -050009:55falsefull3535Passing it AlongThis podcast is a shout out to all my mentors who have nurthured and taught me over the years, passing along their wisdom.

]]>This podcast is a shout out to all my mentors who have nurthured and taught me over the years, passing along their wisdom.

]]>39064409-2330-4390-9e08-bfb62f0f0dd8Thu, 09 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -050010:04falsefull3434AI in PhotographyIn this episode I share my opinions on why I don't think AI will replace photographers.

]]>In this episode I share my opinions on why I don't think AI will replace photographers.

]]>9f99d160-a5a3-4395-9035-e95319691c63Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -050008:51falsefull3434Lens CriteriaI offer some thoughts on which lens to reach for and why in my latest podcast.

]]>I offer some thoughts on which lens to reach for and why in my latest podcast.

]]>f80af939-c066-42f4-8d36-a63c993fb623Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -050009:06falsefull3333In Camera DupesIn this episode, short and sweet, I share why I shoot duplicates while I am out shooting, whether it be a client shoot or for personal.

]]>In this episode, short and sweet, I share why I shoot duplicates while I am out shooting, whether it be a client shoot or for personal.

]]>37952a9f-c2e1-459b-b0c3-2aee577e1a28Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -050007:18falsefull3333I already have the shotResting on the premise that you have the shot is not the best way to continue to grow and move your photography forward. In this episode, I share my thoughts about this phrase that I hear quite often from struggling photographers.

]]>Resting on the premise that you have the shot is not the best way to continue to grow and move your photography forward. In this episode, I share my thoughts about this phrase that I hear quite often from struggling photographers.

]]>6f9b520e-e7f7-4e1c-81c0-92eda2ff1b2bTue, 22 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -050009:21falsefull3232Checklist before shootingIn this episode I share the acronym HASTE that helps me get the best photograph I can prior to shooting.

]]>In this episode I share the acronym HASTE that helps me get the best photograph I can prior to shooting.

]]>e17d2d06-58a6-41a7-bd55-0e0c6f94f8a8Tue, 25 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -050007:34falsefull31313 tips to improve your photographyI share three things that can immediately help improve your photography.

]]>I share three things that can immediately help improve your photography.

]]>9e9a5204-b6fb-4e94-98be-b172d3ff0355Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -050008:54falsefull3030Do you take bad photographsAsked this question at a workshop, it gave my pause to think about this and I share my thoughts and answer in this episode.

]]>Asked this question at a workshop, it gave my pause to think about this and I share my thoughts and answer in this episode.

]]>bdc005f1-acf8-42ca-9dbc-98876a2f484cThu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -050008:28falsefull2929Planning & ResearchThoughts on prepping for photo trips and planning ahead for having successful outings.

]]>Thoughts on prepping for photo trips and planning ahead for having successful outings.

]]>16d70190-77bc-4f0f-a8ab-ba9d37a92395Fri, 16 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -050013:30falsefull2828Airshow TipsWith the advent of summer upon us, I address some questions that rolled in regarding what basics to take to and airshow. Not only gear, but some other essentials that you may not have thought about taking with you.

]]>With the advent of summer upon us, I address some questions that rolled in regarding what basics to take to and airshow. Not only gear, but some other essentials that you may not have thought about taking with you.

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