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Editorial, Commercial and Travel Photographer Susan Seubert Gives TEDx Talk at EHC
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Editorial, Commercial and Travel Photographer Susan Seubert Gives TEDx Talk at EHC

TEDxEHC1 (1)Last month I was invited to give a TEDx talk at the Emory and Henry College in Virginia and it was a smashing success!  This was my first TED talk and I was asked to address what it’s like to have a DIY career as a travel photographer for big name clients like National Geographic  and the New York Times. It was a challenge to memorize a 12 minute talk because although I’ve done a lot of public speaking, I’m used to the crutch of a podium and my computer for prompting me in the right direction.  The other pressure came from knowing that you have 6 or so video cameras trained on you, recording your every breath.  It took many meetings over Skype with the TEDx committee at the college to settle on the final monologue, which focuses on the importance of other people who help make your career and dreams possible.  The talk offers some encouraging words for young photographers, so feel free to share this with anyone who you feel might benefit.

Enjoy and thanks for visiting!

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Travel and Editorial Photographer Susan Seubert shoots PDX for Travel Oregon

For the fourth year in a row, the Portland International Airport (PDX) has been voted the best domestic airport by the readers of Travel and Leisure Magazine.  Travel Oregon decided to do a story about what makes PDX such a great place for travelers and asked me to go and make photographs to support the narrative.  We featured several businesses that make Portland’s airport unique, like Powell’s Books, Blue Star Dounuts, the Hollywood Theater, and House Spirits, one of Portland’s micro-distilleries.

You can read the whole story online here.

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2017 Branded Content Photographer Susan Seubert shoots Vancouver, B.C. for NationalGeographic.com
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2017 Branded Content Photographer Susan Seubert shoots Vancouver, B.C. for NationalGeographic.com

Last September I was assigned to photograph a story about Vancouver, B.C., one of my favorite Canadian cities! This assignment was for NationalGeographic.com, an online-only story about the city and it’s proximity to nature, livability and global cuisine.  The producer and I had a great time shooting for five days in several different neighborhoods. We were blessed with stellar weather for most of the week.  The rain came on the last day of the shoot which was perfect for shooting in the rain forest at Lynn Canyon, a park so close to the city that you can take a bus and hike for what feels like eternity.

You can see the story online here.

Below are some of my favorite images from the shoot.  Thank you for visiting my blog!

Views of Coal Harbor from Stanley Park, a 405 hectare (1001 acre) park, borders downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada and is surrounded by the waters of Vancouver Harbor and English Bay.

Coal Harbor at dusk.

The Vancouver Harbor Flight Center and Jack Poole Plaza in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Jack Poole Plaza

Capilano Sky Walk at the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Capilano Sky Walk

Grouse Mountain Skyride Surf Adventure is a summer opportunity to ride on top of the Grouse Mountain Gondola viewing platform as you ascend 1610 meters to the top of Grouse Mountain. On a clear day, you can see for miles and your view will include all of

Grouse Mountain Skyride Surf Adventure

Heritage Asian Eatery, a counter-service restaurant that features a blend of Japanese flavors combined with locally sourced ingredients and modern techniques. Felix Zhou, is a classically trained chef and runs the bistro on West Pended St. Vancouver, Bri

Heritage Asian Eaterty

Kissa Tanto, an Italian/Asian Fusion restaurant in the Chinatown neighborhood in, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Kissa Tanto

The view of the the Southeast False Creek Olympic Plaza in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Formerly an industrial site, the Olympic Village is North America's first LEED Platinum community, designed developed and constructed by Peter and Shahram Mal

Olympic Village and Science Center

Tap and Barrel Restaurant on a beautiful evening in Olympic Village, Vancouver, British Columbia. Olympic Village is located on False Creek near the Science Center. This particular location of Tap and Barrel offers views of False Creek, downtown Vancouv

Tap and Barrel

Stamps Landing, an aqua-bus stop in False Creek, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, at sunset. Many locals use this area to sit and watch the sunset on a beautiful day, as well as bike and walk along the seawall.

Bike Riding at Stamps Landing

Tap and Barrel Restaurant on a beautiful evening in Olympic Village, Vancouver, British Columbia. Olympic Village is located on False Creek near the Science Center. This particular location of Tap and Barrel offers views of False Creek, downtown Vancouv

Evening brews at Tap and Barrel

49th Parallel Coffee Shop, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

49th Parallel Coffee Shop

49th Parallel Coffee Shop, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

49th Parallel Coffee Shop

Kaykers in False Creek. Views from the water in False Creek, downtown, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Kayaking in False Creek

The view of the skyline and mountains from the Burrard Street Bridge looking out towards Stanley Park, English Bay and sunset beach at dusk. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

The view of the skyline and mountains from the Burrard Street Bridge

The rooftop pool of the Fairmont Waterfront Vancouver in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada with views of the mountains.

The rooftop pool of the Fairmont Waterfront Vancouver

Views of the historic Gastown neighborhood in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Views of the historic Gastown neighborhood

Jericho Beach Park, a sandy beach on English Bay, is popular with locals and tourists alike. There is a pier that is popular for crabbing and fishing, several volleyball courts in the sand, as well as the Jericho Sailing Centre Association. It features s

Crabbing at Jericho Beach Park

The view of the the Southeast False Creek Olympic Plaza in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Formerly an industrial site, the Olympic Village is North America's first LEED Platinum community, designed developed and constructed by Peter and Shahram Mal

The view of the the Southeast False Creek Olympic Plaza

Tacofino, a California/Mexican inspired taco bar in historic the Gastown neighborhood in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Tacofino, a California/Mexican inspired taco bar

Brassneck Brewery, an artisan brewery, located in the Olympic Village Neighborhood, has a tasting room and a Growler Shop, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Brassneck Brewery

Earnest Ice Cream, a local, home made ice cream scoop shop, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Pictured here is their location in Olympic Village on Quebec Street.

Earnest Ice Cream

Views of the historic Gastown neighborhood in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

historic Gastown

Lynn Canyon Park in the District of North Vancouver, features a pedestrian suspension bridge which hangs 50 meters above the canyon. There are extensive hiking trails in the park, which is part of the Baden-Powell Trail. Entrance to the park is free. Va

Lynn Canyon Park in the District of North Vancouver

Editorial Travel Photographer Susan Seubert shoots Portland, Oregon for Dutch National Geographic Traveler
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Editorial Travel Photographer Susan Seubert shoots Portland, Oregon for Dutch National Geographic Traveler

Last summer I had the privilege of photographing an assignment for the Dutch edition of National Geographic Traveler to cover my home town of Portland, Oregon.  It was great fun to explore my own city!  I was able to revisit some of my favorite places such as the Portland Farmers’ Market, Forest Park, and Ned Ludd, but also assigned to shoot new locations like the tiny house Caravan and a wonderful restaurant called Tusk.

Although it’s always exciting to hop on a plane and go to new places, it’s just as fun to discover interesting, (and delicious), places in my own back yard.

Here is a copy of the spread, as it is only available for sale in The Netherlands.

Enjoy and thank you for visiting!

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Travel Photographer Susan Seubert shoots Maui for Voyeur Magazine

It’s hard to believe that it’s already February in this new year!  I’m currently on Maui, marooned on shore because of a quick moving storm that’s brought strong winds and locally heavy showers to the area, putting a damper on my humpback whale photography.  However, the inclement weather gives me an opportunity to share my latest story about the island of Maui, photographed for Virgin Australia’s inflight magazine, Voyeur.  The story is online in the January 2017 issue and features an insider’s take on our favorite Hawaiian Island.  The story proves once again that there is always something new to discover from a wonderful taco truck to the classic Hana Highway.  Take a quick break from your winter and enjoy a stroll on the island of Maui.  Mahalo for visiting and a hui ho!

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Commercial and Travel Photographer Susan Seubert Featured on Adhesive & Co. Blog

Adhesive & Company recently interviewed me for their Sticky Sunday’s blog.

We discuss ideas about creative community, growing my business, what’s in my bag and some tips for the youngsters just starting out.

It was a fun interview and you can read it in its entirety here.

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Thank you Adhesive&Co. for the shout-out!

Maui Editorial Photographer Shoots for National Geographic Traveller UK
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Maui Editorial Photographer Shoots for National Geographic Traveller UK

“X Marks the Spot,” is the title of my most recently published feature about Maui.  I worked closely with travel writer and actor Andrew McCarthy to put together a story about this remote Pacific island for the UK edition of National Geographic Traveller Magazine.  Andrew used to have a place here and I still do, so we both know it well.  We were able to meet for lunch, (a luxury in the modern age of journalism), exchange ideas and hatch a plan to cover this beautiful place.

After we settled on our subjects, we parted ways and went to work.  The result?  An eloquent, accurate and pretty article about my favorite place on Earth.  You can read the article and see a few pictures online here. If you’re fortunate enough to live in the UK, you can pick the magazine up on newsstands now as it’s published in the November 2016 issue.

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The opening page spread of Ka’anapali Beach at sunset

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The art gallery in Keokea, Upcountry Maui, next door to my favorite breakfast spot, Grandma’s Coffee House

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I love the colors the designer chose for this layout! Plus Yee’s Orchard is the best place for fresh mangoes on island.

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The color palette for this layout is a result of the time of day – both of these places were photographed at sunset on west facing beaches.

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Kahakuloa is one of my favorite places to visit as its location on the north shore is beautiful and the drive is much less popular than the road to Hana. Also, you can always count on getting warm banana nut bread at Julia’s.