Hashtagged: An Instagram Community Podcast

Shauna Wade was born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica but now resides in New Jersey. She moved to the US after graduating High School at 15 years old and works professionally in the finance industry. Most of you may know Shauna as the founder of the feature account @moodygrams, which currently has nearly 600k followers and who's tag has been used over 4 million times!

Maddie McGarvey is a photographer currently based in Columbus, Ohio. She graduated from Ohio University with a degree in photojournalism and a specialization in sociology. She love bad jokes, exploring the outdoors and taking photographs. In 2014, Maddie was named an Emerging Talent for Getty Reportage and in 2015 was named one of Magnum's 30 Photographers Under 30. You can find Maddie on Instagram @maddiemcgarvey.

Bryan is a wandered, backpacker and photographer based out of Des Moines, Iowa. He started using Instagram in 2014 as a place to find inspiration for future hiking trips, but along the way fell in love with the supportive community and the art of photography and storytelling. Since then he has used his feed as a place to tell his story while attempting to send out a positive message and inspire others in return.

Tim Dodd is a professional photographer and spaceflight advocate from Cedar Falls, Iowa. He is best known as the "Everyday Astronaut", which is an ongoing photo series of himself in an old Russian space suit. Everyday Astronaut's mission is to "Bring space down to earth for everyday people. To communicate science through humor and imagination."  SHOW NOTES PATREON

This episode is broken up into 3 - 40 minute parts. We talk about everything from community, engagement, growth, photography, and of course - Instagram! These three parts are the audio recordings of a virtual Instameet featuring past guests of the show.

This episode is broken up into 3 - 40 minute parts. We talk about everything from community, engagement, growth, photography, and of course - Instagram! These three parts are the audio recordings of a virtual Instameet featuring past guests of the show.

Episode 100: @hashtaggedpodcast - Part 1/3: Community, Instagram, and Photography

Kathy Dyer is a photographer based in Northern California. Shortly after opening her Instagram account, Kathy was diagnosed with breast Cancer and her passion for nature and photography helped her to heal during her treatment. Her journey with cancer is a reminder to enjoy every moment and love life. SHOW NOTES PAGE PATREON  

Bruce Getty is a San Francisco Bay Area based photographer and artist. His work is well known on Instagram and in the local community and his skills are sought after so he offers one to one training and workshops. Not only is he a great photographer, he is also known for making and repairing chandeliers and lamps with a focus on antique lighting. You can find Bruce on Instagram @gettyphotography. SHOW NOTES PAGE PATREON

David Leong is an urban planner by weekday, and photographer and musician by weeknight and weekend. His goal is to find the extraordinary in the ordinary and create fantasy from reality. David is an all-around creative enthusiast, and enjoys spending time with others who share his passions. You can find David on Instagram @d.leong. SHOW NOTES PAGE PICWANT

Jesus Corral is a 26 year old designer living in Chicago and practicing Architecture during the day. He is constantly trying to find alternate mediums to explore design. Recently exploring design through architecture, sound design, graphic design, typography, and photography. You can find Jesus on Instagram @j.larroc. SHOW NOTES PAGE PICWANT

Laura Lawson Visconti is a social media influencer and digital marketing expert. She is also an author, travel journalist and works as the Head of Marketing for Tahoe University, a startup in her home of Truckee, California. Together with her husband, former professional snowboarder Nick Visconti, Laura plans to open a coffee roastery early next year. She is also a personal trainer, and is a huge advocate for inspiring people to live more actively outdoors. She is slowly going blind due to a rare eye condition, and has found freedom through her outdoor adventures which she shares on her Instagram account to over 140,000 followers. You can find Laura on Instagram @lauralawsonvisconti. SHOW NOTES PAGE PICWANT

Edgar Woo (@woosupreme) is a Miami based freelance photographer, social media influencer and radio show host. Edgar is the creative director for (@MIAexplore) which is a community and culture that bridges photography and music together, using that to inspire Miami creatives by exploring different photographer styles within their city and worldwide. Along with the radio show the community also supports events and photowalks. SHOW NOTES PICWANT

Art Chang is the CEO of Priime and is based out of San Francisco, CA. Outside of engineering and startups, he is also a commercial photographer. His previous startup success and passion for photography lead him into co-founding Priime in 2014 (a Y Combinator backed company), to make beautiful photography more accessible to everyone. Photo credit: Pei Ketron. SHOW NOTES PICWANT

Jordan Mixson is a Jacksonville based professional violinist and menswear enthusiast. His Instagram feed focuses on his love of wearing statement socks while exploring the emerging cultural renaissance of his hometown in Jacksonville, Florida and neighboring cities. Jordan continues to promote wearing a signature sock game style, bringing awareness of the emerging local scene , and capturing unexpected Artistry wherever he goes. You can find Jordan on Instagram @the_sockateur. SHOW NOTES PICWANT

Jude Allen is a photographer based out of San Fransisco, CA. Jude found a new life and passion in photography a few years ago and does it for the adventure and thrill of it all. His goals around it are to travel the world and live life to the fullest. Jude loves being creative and photography provides him the outlet to do so. Always learning new things and techniques is what keeps it fresh for him, and he is humbled to be thought of as an influencer to many aspiring photographers. You can find Jude on Instagram @jude_allen. SHOW NOTES PICWANT

Karl Dyer (@karlzoltan) is an an Adventure/ Nature Photographer out of Northern California who has used Instagram to share his passion for photography. Instagram has been a motivator for him to get out there and enjoy each day to the fullest and a platform to make money to do so. He is fortunate to be able to share his passion with his soul mate, of 22 years, Kathy (@ Kathryn_dyer). SHOW NOTES PICWANT

Dan Joyce is a Houston-based lifestyle photographer, content manager and one of the earliest users of Instagram. Dan's passion for community building has led him to organize numerous photowalks and InstaMeets across the state of Texas including a partnership with Texas Parks & Wildlife, helping coordinate the organization's first InstaMeet as well as the first meet on board the retired Battleship Texas. Most recently, Dan has worked with the Museum of Fine Arts Houston to launch a new series of "after-hours" events for local influencers. You can find Dan on Instagram @danjoyce.   SHOW NOTES PAGE PICWANT

Andrew Winn is an adventure photographer from Oklahoma. He is currently on a 6 week car camping road trip over the Northwest. The theme is #WhereShallWeWander; it is all about packing up, leaving what is comfortable and experiencing new things. You can find Andrew on Instagram @winnterfresh. SHOW NOTES PAGE PICWANT

Tobi Shonibare is a former lawyer turned freelance photographer and social media influencer based in London. With a focus on perspectives and symmetry, finding beauty in the often gritty London streets and an appreciation for the capital's stunning architecture, he has developed his own unique and recognisable style of street photography. This brought him to the attention of Sony who has made him an official Sony Global Imaging Ambassador. You can find Tobi on Instagram @tobishinobi.   SHOW NOTES PAGE PICWANT