What happens when some of today’s most inspiring women photographers come together on one stage? In this special episode recorded live at the 2025 NANPA Summit, we bring you a Women in Panel panel discussion— a candid and illuminating conversation with three extraordinary photographers: Amy Gulick, Brenda Tharp, and Sarah Marino, moderated by Brie Stockwell.

Recorded in Tucson, Arizona, this discussion ranges from how these women navigate roles as women in the nature photography world and how others can do the same. From the weight of representation to the joy of mentorship and the power of personal vision, this panel offers takeaways for photographers and creatives of all levels.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• How each panelist’s unique path shaped her voice in nature photography

• The role of community, mentorship, and women supporting women in a traditionally male‑dominated space

• Reflections on creativity, resilience, and carving your own story behind the lens

• Practical advice on approaching nature photography with purpose and presence

Huge thanks to the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) for hosting this Summit and creating the space for conversations like this one — fostering growth, diversity, and deeper connection in the photography community.

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An injury changed everything for Taylor Picard — and it opened the door to more photographic expression.

When this hiking guide and photographer injured her foot in the Narrows of Zion, her fast-paced, adventure-filled life came to a halt. But in that stillness, Taylor found something unexpected: photography became a source of healing, grounding, and reconnection.

In this episode, we explore how presence, awe, and curiosity shaped Taylor’s creative recovery — and how the desert continues to inspire her work and her vision.

Whether you’ve felt stuck, burned out, or simply unsure of your next creative step, Taylor’s story is a reminder that your pace is perfect — and that meaningful growth often starts in the pause.

Highlights from this episode include:

• The story behind Taylor’s injury — and how it reshaped her creativity

• How she uses photography to ground herself in the present

• Why she’s drawn to small scenes, abstracts, and plant life

• Her canyon-crushing adventures in Death Valley

• Naturalist wisdom and the practice of seeing

• Letting go of perfectionism and embracing your own pace

• What’s next for Taylor, including ideas for women’s photo experiences in the wild

Learn more about Taylor: taylorpicard.com

Follow her on Instagram: @taylorpicardphoto

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What happens when the thing you love — the thing that once felt energizing and aligned — starts to feel heavy?

In this short but honest check-in, I’m opening up about the unplanned pause I took from Wild Women in Photography… and what it revealed about creative capacity, transitions, and trusting your own timing.

This isn’t a full episode — it’s a moment to talk openly about where I’ve been, what’s been unfolding behind the scenes, and why I’m coming back with more clarity and intention than ever before.

If you’ve ever wrestled with your creative identity, felt stretched between roles, or needed permission to step back without guilt — this one’s for you.

Inside this update:

• Why I let the podcast go quiet — and how I’m okay with it now

• How I’m restructuring the show with creative seasons (and why that matters)

• What I’ve been building in my coaching business and creative work

• A peek into my latest zine and free workshops

• What you can expect in Season 2 — and when to listen

Learn with Brie:

• 1:1 Mentoring for Photographers — Need help refining a project, shaping your portfolio, or deepening your creative direction? These sessions are tailored to support exactly where you are.

• Limited Edition Zine — Through My Eyes Vol. 1: Releasing Expectations is my spicy take on expectations, paired with images from White Sands. Moving special available while supplies last.

• Free Online Workshops — Join me for Inside the Studio, a series of photo conversations and creative learning sessions.

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