About Lenses & Lyrics - A Photography and Music Podcast
Photography and Music: Lenses & Lyrics is the premier podcast for creators who live at the intersection of sight and sound. Hosted by Scott Wyden Kivowitz, this show explores how musicianship shapes the photographer’s eye and the technical parallels between these two worlds.
Whether you need expert tips on band photography, are transitioning from the orchestra pit to wedding photography, or want to understand how AI photography is changing the creative landscape, we provide actionable insights for your journey.
Join us for deep-dive interviews with industry legends like Chloe Ramirez, Sam Hurd, Jason McCutchen and Rick Sammon as we discuss everything from concert photography grit to creative storytelling. Master your craft by learning how to listen as well as you look.
Frequently Discussed Topics:
- Music Photography and Concert Photography techniques.
- Building a Photography Business and career transitions.
- Creative Workflow tips for Wedding Photographers.
- The impact of AI on Photography and Music
What happens when a band-fronting vocalist and skilled photographer brings her two worlds together? This week, Scott Wyden Kivowitz welcomes photographer and musician Leslie Rodriguez, whose upbringing in musical cities and multi-generational jam sessions has shaped a colorful career. From bluegrass bands and opera choruses to vibrant photography that resonates with sensibility.
Discover how Leslie Rodriguez channels the energy of the stage into collaborative image-making, how TikTok impacted her creative community, and why her family’s legendary reunions call for both noise permits. Plus: practical confidence tips, the role of social platforms for creative pros, and why experimenting with style keeps her camera work as fresh as a hit single.
"I've taken the confidence levels that I have in singing, and I have found a way to like transfer those over to photography so that even when I feel like an imposter, I know how to show up like a professional..."
Rock with Leslie
leslierodriguezphoto.com (https://www.leslierodriguezphoto.com/)
instagram.com/l_slierodriguez (https://www.instagram.com/l_slierodriguez)
tiktok.com/@l_slierodriguez (https://www.tiktok.com/@l_slierodriguez?_r=1&_t=ZP-98MHg3Gok1P)
Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/artist/6ls2l3WdMnYWKS0WQKghHK?si=etErFDJnS6umpqo-Ny50kw&utm_source=copy-link&nd=1&dlsi=0446b174934240ab)
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@humminghousetv)
Baltimore Wedding Story (https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbrWBDeN5C5/)
The tour
(00:00) - Leslie Rodriguez
(01:40) - Stage POV Content Dreams
(03:21) - MySpace To Algorithm Shock
(04:41) - Doomscrolling For Laughs
(06:41) - Music Runs In The Family
(08:25) - Louisville Bars To Nashville
(12:36) - Annual Garage Jam Tradition
(17:26) - Opera Kid Not Musical Theater
(18:54) - Photography Major Origins
(20:54) - Dance Anxiety And Creator Stress
(21:46) - Singing Versus Shooting
(23:48) - Confidence Transfer Tricks
(25:29) - Perfectionism And Clients
(26:10) - Band Songwriting Process
(27:07) - Photography As Collaboration
(29:47) - Vendor Credit Networking
(31:30) - Superfan Clients Loop
(34:17) - Singing During Sessions
(38:06) - Photography As Pop
(42:01) - Experimental Pop Wrapup
(43:55) - Final Thanks And Farewell
This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time (https://lenseslyrics.com/pic-time) and Flodesk (https://lenseslyrics.com/flodesk). Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.
27 Jul 2026
Musical Instincts Behind Unscripted Photography with Fer Juaristi
What happens when a photographer sees the world in beats and syncopation? Dive into a conversation where drums meet the shutter, where every image has an echo and every song paints a scene.
In this episode, we explore the creative convergence of music and photography with Fer Juaristi, who seamlessly bridges both worlds. The discussion reveals how musical instincts shape the way moments are captured through the camera, challenging notions of silence and rhythm in visual storytelling.
The conversation moves through topics like embracing discomfort, improvisation on a wedding day, resisting perfection, and finding inspiration outside traditional boundaries. Whether you shoot, play, or both, you'll find new ways to energize your artistic process.
"...discomfort, it's a must because creativity, Music and photography, it's, it's not an exact science. So, so you have to say, screw it, let's, let's see what happens if I commit all these mistakes. And, and with these mistakes, I can create a style. There's no scoreboard." - Fer Juaristi
Rock with Fer
ferjuaristi.com (https://ferjuaristi.com/)
instagram.com/ferjuaristi (https://www.instagram.com/ferjuaristi/)
patreon.com/ferjuaristi (https://www.patreon.com/cw/ferjuaristi)
facebook.com/FerJuaristiWeddingPhotographer (https://www.facebook.com/FerJuaristiWeddingPhotographer)
pinterest.com/ferjuaristi (https://mx.pinterest.com/ferjuaristi/)
Fred Again – Tiny Desk Concert (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iQmPv_dTI0)
Koala Sampler App (https://www.koalasampler.com)
Hippo Campus (https://hippocampus.band)
Rodrigo y Gabriela (https://www.rodgab.com)
The tour
(00:00) - Rhythms of Photography and Soundscapes
(02:55) - Anticipation and Tension
(06:22) - Drummer Mindset and Business
(10:59) - Discomfort and Popularity Trap
(17:24) - Community Qs and Honest Moments
(23:30) - Never Stop Shooting
(25:40) - Epic Wedding Punch Story
(27:55) - Making Weddings Special
(30:32) - Photography as Music Genre
(36:06) - Drumsticks Challenge Finale
This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time (https://lenseslyrics.com/pic-time) and Flodesk (https://lenseslyrics.com/flodesk). Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.
6 Jul 2026
Visualizing Sound - The Storytelling Genius of Coheed and Cambria
What happens when the artist lets the monster take the pen? Discover how Coheed and Cambria’s iconic concept album blends rock fury, sci-fi spectacle, and personal heartbreak into an audio-visual experience unlike anything else.
They turned the listener’s imagination into a movie screen where a creator and his creation fight for control of the pen.
This episode peels back the layers of Claudio Sanchez's storytelling, from interstellar comic book wars to the psychological torment of the Writer, whose heartbreak bleeds between fiction and reality. Whether you’re a music lover, a visual storyteller, or just seeking inspiration, this exploration promises to make you feel every riff and revelation.
Listen to the music, close your eyes, and visualize the saga. Then share your own interpretations and impressions on Spotify, YouTube, or at The Dojo (https://scottwyden.com/dojo).
Rock the album
on Apple Music (https://music.apple.com/us/album/good-apollo-im-burning-star-iv-volume-one-from-fear/307654866)
on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/album/4nYsnQpTAQaPzrPc6rOsBN)
This episode of Lenses & Lyrics is brought to you by Pic-Time (https://lenseslyrics.com/pic-time) and Flodesk (https://lenseslyrics.com/flodesk). Work smarter not harder with the best photo selection, photo editing and email marketing tools available for your photography businesses.
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