Substacks recommended by Jason Odell | The Photographer's Perspective

Recommended by Jason Odell

Sweary History with James Fell

Those who cannot remember the past . . . need a history teacher who says "fuck" a lot.

Great notes on history, with a lighthearted writing style.

- Jason Odell

The Beautiful Mess by John Pavlovitz

Authentic words for everyone trying to figure out the best way to be human.

The Panicked Writer

By Ellie Leonard

Rejected op-eds, personal musings, and my adventures as a middle-class mole dropped on my head in New York City, maneuvering the wild and incestuous world of film, publishing and journalism.

Beyond the Emerald City

By Logan Ashe Darrow

"There are more things in Washington State, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy." ~ Pioneer Bill Shakespeare in 1858, after slogging his way over Snoqualmie Pass.

Hidden Iowa

By Mary

Welcome to “Hidden Iowa” a new effort my husband and I are launching. Based on love of our home state and a fondness for obscure history. The places may be in plain sight, but their stories and history make each site we will feature a “hidden” gem.

Ten Minute Exposure

By Michael Wriston

Dispatches from the intersection of Photography and Temporality.

Outdoors with Jenn

By Jenn Woltjen

Writing from the Adirondacks and beyond. Sharing adventure stories from life beyond the comfort zone, seeking solitude in wild places. Contributing writer to Adirondack Explorer/Almanack.

Rare Groove Productions

By Tamara Casey

I write about my songs, the process, the people that help bring it to life and the other factors that influence me as a songwriter and music producer.

Wonderful thoughts on music!

- Jason Odell

Amy Boyle | Stories in Light and Sound

Blending storytelling, photography, and connections with a journalist’s eye and creative energy, sharing reflections, interviews, and insights that celebrate resilience and creativity.

The Journeyman.

By Marlon Weems

A newsletter focused on the intersection of American culture, politics, and growing up Black in the South.

genXy

By GenXy

genXy explores the joys, pitfalls, and opportunities of our shared experience as the overlooked generation. We aim to lead the conversation on GenX relationships, career, music, politics, aging, and fun. Brazenly liberal. Pro Oxford Comma. Hate Nazis.

Lawrence and Dana have such a great dynamic presence; The Daily Whatever Show has become my go-to morning ritual.

- Jason Odell

Perspectives - Photography & Writing

By Lauri Novak

Fine Art Photography Prints, Books and Photography Tips

Jon’s Substack

By Jon Pinter

My personal Substack

søren’s photography substack

By søren k. harbel

photographer. film. darkroom. silver gelatin. old school. about photographs and photographers.

An interesting look at photography from around the world!

- Jason Odell

David Thoreson

Exploring the outdoor world through conservation, climate and adventure from my home in Northwest Iowa to the Arctic's Northwest Passage.

Tetisheri

By Julia Thorne

News and updates on my photography of ancient artefacts.

Bruce Tomlin

My life in slippers.

Retired history teacher, casual photographer and occasional writer of stuff. Tried to play banjo with very limited success.

Bluemoonistic Photo Musings

The Bluemoonistic Photography Team seeks to capture places of beauty in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Photographer - Dale R Carlson Art Collaborator - Becky B Carlson. Owners of Bluemoonistic Studio at bluemoonistic.com

Dave Barry’s Substack

It's pretty random.

Retro//Reflection

By Ronald Smeets Photography

Occasionally I send out a letter with a handful of (my) photographs and share a bit of insight on the ‘why?’ or ‘how?’. As an enthusiastic photographer, anything goes. Maybe you'll learn something? Or perhaps it will spark some inspiration?

April Mensinger

Coquo ergo sum, reader, writer, artist, explorer, believer in magic 💫

Mind the Frame

By Todd Haughton

Mind the Frame is a space for mindful photography, quiet reflection, and the art of seeing with intention.

Chasing Ansel Adams

By Rachel Jeffrey

Experience the world through my lens as I share the beauty and unique stories from our part-time conversion van adventures.

Through the Looking Glass

By Holly

I write essays on how I've learned to see life more clearly. Through a lens of philosophy, psychology, spirituality, and being the most authentic version of yourself. Hoping to help you see a little differently with my perspective.

The Nimble Photographer

By Derrick Story

Travel lightly and take only pictures.

Searching for the Light

By Trish Hamilton

Photography and musings about life, work, everything and nothing.

Moose Musings

Hi, welcome to this space, which I hope will provide a springboard for deeper thought, questioning and wonderings, that will lead to the Truth.

MUTHR, FCKD

Deep thoughts and petty bullshit about feminism, pop culture, and the human condition by journalist Vivian Manning-Schaffel. Gen XXX. Unbothered.

Tony Sweet

WonderWild Nature

By Karen Povey

Sharing stories of nature that spur delight, ignite wonder, and activate stewardship.

Writings And Wanderings from Terry Odell

I write romantic suspense and mysteries, but I call them all "Mysteries With Relationships." Thanks for joining me here, where I'll be including some of my "just for fun" writing endeavors and some of my travel adventures.

If you're a writer (or just enjoy reading), follow along with my mom's adventures!

- Jason Odell

Finding the Light

By Just Suzy

Finding the Light is dedicated to exploring the power of street photography as a mindful practice, and discovering the beauty of intentional, creative living.

Jon’s Substack

By Jon Gibbs

Whatever comes into my head

Laura Register

By Ramblings

Once a politician and activist. Now a collector of goats and chickens, raiser of grass fed beef, and eldercare giver. Freelance photographer and journalist

Yellow Flowers Everywhere

By Emily

Yellow Flowers Everywhere is a collection of images and reflections capturing life’s quiet, fleeting moments to inspire presence and calm in the everyday.

Clickwitch

Clickwitch is a rambling blog dedicated to photography, witchy shenanigans, and sometimes when they converge.

I00 Real People : Where words meet images

By Richard Partridge

Trying to bring words and images together in new and interesting ways. Short stories, Poems, Visual Poems. All words and images my own. A newsletter every week and photos to Notes daily.