National Geographic Photography Insights

The podcast features Sadie Courier discussing her experiences on Mount Everest and her role in selecting impactful photographs for National Geographic. She offers advice to new photographers on capturing unique moments and discusses the influence of technology, such as drones and social media, on photography. The episode also highlights standout photos from 2022 and shares a personal story about Wes Skiles' iconic underwater photo. The podcast concludes with resources for further exploration.

What was Sadie Courier's role at National Geographic during her Everest assignment?

• Editor-in-Chief

• Content Writer

• Deputy Director of Photography

• Lead Photographer

What advice did Susan Welchman give to Sadie about photography?

• Always use natural light

• Trust your instincts

• Focus on technical perfection

• Capture only key moments

How has drone technology impacted photography according to the discussion?

• It has made photography more expensive

• It has limited the scope of photography

• It has empowered photographers with more control

• It has reduced the quality of images

What is one of the benefits of social media for photographers mentioned in the transcript?

• It allows photographers to reach a wider audience

• It reduces the need for professional photographers

• It limits the creativity of photographers

• It makes photography more competitive

What unexpected element appeared in Max Stone's photograph of the Cypress Forest?

• A shooting star

• A SpaceX rocket

• A rare bird

• A lightning strike

What was the setting of the photograph taken by Kila Yuan in Greenland?

• A bustling city

• A desert

• A snowy landscape

• A tropical forest

What animal did Katie Orlinski photograph in Brazil?

• A jaguar

• A taper

• A sloth

• A capybara

What was the main challenge Wes Skiles faced while capturing his underwater photograph?

• Malfunctioning equipment

• Uncooperative photo assistants

• Strong underwater currents

• Lack of light

What equipment did Wes Skiles and his team use to stay underwater longer?

• Traditional scuba gear

• Snorkels

• Rebreathers

• Oxygen tanks

What personal connection does Sadie have with Wes Skiles' photograph?

• She edited the photograph

• She has the photograph on her wall

• She took the photograph

• She was part of the diving team