Episode 49: Today I sit down with California landscape photographer and climber, Claude Fiddler, to chat about:How an early experience on the John Muir Trail laid the foundation for his passion for the mountains and mountaineeringHow to think about risk assessment and learning how to safely dig deep mentally and physicallyThe photographers and writers who influenced how he approaches photographyWhat makes a photograph a picture rather than just a photoThe key element that makes a composition compelling and impactfulThe creative benefits of using a large or medium format cameraBehind the scenes of what it was like to create his new book, Inside the High Sierra, and the legacy of photographers and climbers of this region he hopes to share through itLINKS MENTIONED:Website: http://www.claudefiddler.com/Claude’s book: Inside the High SierraFollow Claude on FacebookSign up for the Outdoor Photography School NewsletterFull Show Notes***HAVE A QUESTION?Record a Question for Tidbit TuesdayLOVE THE OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST?Ways you can support the show:Buy Me a CoffeeLeave a Rating and ReviewShare the show with others!CONFUSED ABOUT WHERE TO FOCUS?Download my FREE Hyperfocal Distance Made Easy EbookABOUT BRENDA PETRELLA (host)Learn more about meVisit my online portfolioConnect with me on Instagram