Landscape architecture, interiors, lifestyle & weddings: A chat with pro photographer Eileen Roche

Welcome to Photo Talk! In this episode, Julie Ellison speaks with Eileen Roche, a Northern California-based travel, interior, and lifestyle photographer. They discuss how Eileen got into photography, the course she took at the International Center for Photography, the processes behind landscape and interior photography, choosing projects that align with personal values, outsourcing post-production tasks, and more.
▶️ In This Episode:
0:00 - Introduction
1:36 - Welcome
2:30 - How Eileen sparked the inspiration for Photo Talk
6:10 - How Eileen got into photography
7:19 - Eileen’s experience at the International Center for Photography
9:08 - Do you need a formal education to be a photographer?
10:58 - International Center for Photography continued
12:36 - Eileen’s life after the ICP course
15:05 - Wedding photography
16:41 - A pandemic pivot & leveling up her skillset
18:36 - Eileen’s experiences with landscape & interior photography
23:40 - The technical post-production side of things & outsourcing post-production work
27:18 - How Eileen’s professional and non-creative skills have evolved over time
29:25 - How Eileen ensures her clients and goals align with her personal values
32:04 - Lightning round questions
33:16 - Outro
Eileen Roche
Eileen Roche is a travel, interior, and lifestyle photographer who shoots for editorial and commercial clients, aiming to create imagery that tells a story that furthers the causes she believes in. She is known for storytelling through natural and organic imagery and is passionate about sustainable living and partnering with brands that care for the planet.
➡️ Website: www.eileenroche.com/
➡️ Instagram: / eileenmroche
➡️ LinkedIn: / eileenmroche
Julie Ellison
Julie Ellison is a photographer and director with 15 years of storytelling experience. She creates dynamic imagery for commercial and editorial clients that has meaning and impact. Specializing in agriculture, travel & outdoor lifestyle, her favorite stories focus on the intimate connection between humans and nature.
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