Why I quit Photography and Came Back Stronger - Cam Vaughne, EO86

2025-03-25 · 65 min · 15 entities

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“What are you passionate about outside of photography?” Two years after appearing as the first-ever guest on The MOOD Podcast, cultural photographer Cam Vaughne returns for a full-circle conversation that’s both deeply personal and universally relevant. Known for his culturally sensitive storytelling and ability to capture the essence of life in Bali and beyond, Cam has undergone significant transformation—both creatively and personally—since his first appearance. Cam opens up about how trauma, community, and a return to simplicity reshaped his photography. What follows is an honest, raw, and inspiring conversation about using your lens to document change—both in the world and in yourself. In this episode, we discuss: How personal hardship can reconnect you with your creative roots Why returning to shooting “just for fun” can reignite your passion The impact of over-tourism and construction on local culture The power of community and storytelling in healing and rediscovery Finding your unique voice by following what interests you outside of photography Why it’s okay to step away from social media—and how to grow without it Letting go of perfection: why raw moments trump curated shots The importance of staying true to your art and ignoring the noise Find Cam's work on his IG channel: Instagram: @camvaughne __________________________________________________ Message me, leave a comment and join in the conversation! Support the show _________________________________ Thank you for listening and for being a part of this incredible community. You can listen and watch full extended and ad-free episodes in my community - The MOOD Insiders - where I also share insights, photography tips and behind-the-scenes content on my channel as well as meet with the community on book club weekly events, special guest features, bonus content, open forum access, free resources and so much more. Join The Community - extended episodes & bonus features https://www.mattjacob.co/insiders The App That Transformed My Art & Mind https://wakingup.sjv.io/c/7738181/3958771/54965 Website: https://themoodpodcast.com Socials: IG | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube | @mattyj_ay