501: Craig Strong: Art of Playful Photography: Custom Lenses and Creative Freedom

This podcast episode features Raymond Hatfield interviewing Craig Strong, tracing his evolution from a technically adept photographer to an innovative force behind Lensbaby. Strong shares his artistic awakening in college, the challenges he overcame in early photography, the significance of storytelling in visual media, and his transitions through various photography genres. His journey underscores the transformative power of creativity in the face of obstacles and emphasizes the potential for artistic growth when one embraces experimentation, ultimately leading to the creation of Lensbaby—a tool designed to help photographers confront their fears and enhance their creative expression.