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What Happens When You Stop Trying to Be Impressive: John Dolan on Art and Ego

Episode Summary In this episode of The Value Impact, Jonathan sits down with iconic photographer John Dolan for a thoughtful conversation about art, trust, and showing up with intention. John shares how his approach to photography is rooted in presence, subtlety, and emotional honesty. From letting moments unfold naturally to building deep connections with his clients, his process is less about control and more about flow. He also opens up about simplifying his business and staying true to his creative voice. This episode is an honest look at what it means to build a long, meaningful career by doing things your own way. Perfect for anyone who values authenticity over trends and depth over volume. ---------- Key Takeaways Trust is the foundation of powerful, honest photography. Let the moments lead — don’t force or over-direct. Rest and rhythm matter. Flow state is where the magic lives. Your personality is your approach — photography and parenting are often parallel. Less is more: a single impactful image can say more than 1,000 average ones. It’s okay to run your business differently. Simplicity builds clarity. Artistic longevity comes from showing up with purpose, not trends. ---------- About John Dolan John Dolan is a photographer and author based in New York and The Berkshires. An expanded 2nd Edition of his book, The Perfect Imperfect was published in 2024 by Damiani Editions. He has woven a career of advertising, editorial and fine art photography over the past 30 years. He has been a leader in a revitalization of contemporary wedding photography. His clients include Naomi Biden, Gwyneth Paltrow, Anna Sophia Robb, Jerry Seinfeld and many other cultural figures. His work has been widely published in magazines and advertisements. Connect with John: Website: https://www.johndolan.com Buy Signed Copy of the Book: The Perfect Imperfect – 2nd Edition https://www.johndolan.com/print-shop/... Instagram:   / johndolanphotog   ---------- Chapters 00:56 – John’s introduction and philosophy on parenting + photography 04:28 – Letting the subject lead and entering “empty” 08:36 – The flow state and what it means in photography 12:20 – Photographing from trust, not control 14:54 – Saying no to safe art and making space for depth 20:07 – Attracting clients who want “a photographer at their wedding” 26:13 – Simplifying the business: trust, access, and less stress 31:40 – Rest, rhythm, and sustainability over 30 years 38:49 – How John defines value beyond deliverables 45:21 – Photographing families and everyday life with the same reverence 51:56 – The Perfect Imperfect and making work for yourself 57:20 – Final thoughts on success, freedom, and staying open ---------- YouTube Tags wedding photography, creative process, john dolan, the perfect imperfect, visual storytelling, presence, emotional intelligence, fine art photography, photography career, how to photograph authentically, wedding artist, less is more, creative presence, luxury weddings, photographing connection, family photography, photo essay, creative inspiration, documentary photography ---------- Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for actual financial or entrepreneurial advice.