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Dave Hill on Creativity, Longevity, and Big Brand Campaigns as a Photographer
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- Feb 24, 2026
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Summary
Today on the pod, I sit down with Dave Hill to talk about what it really looks like to evolve over a 20+ year photography career. We dive into his transition from hyperreal composites to a more natural, wide-angle style, shooting major campaigns for big brands, and how social media changed the industry for all of us. Dave reflects on creative reinvention, not caring so much about outside opinions, balancing family life with ambition, and why staying curious matters more than staying trendy. Meet Dave: Dave is a director/photographer based in Los Angeles. He got his start shooting album covers for for artists like 50 Cent and Soulja Boy. This led to shooting national editorial and advertising campaigns. Dave has been collaborating with the top agencies and brands, directing TVC’s and shooting stills across the globe that combine his love of adventure, people, fashion, and cars. With a background in skating and snowboarding, he strives to tell stories that are fast-paced and energetic, always keeping the camera moving. Dave wrote/directed his first narrative feature film, FLYING CARS, which premiered at the 2019 Dances with Films Festival in Los Angeles. His second narrative feature, LET'S BOTH TRY, was just released worldwide in 2025. Connect with Me: Join us at Summer Camp ! Become a Member of Summer School Join me at WPPI and get 20% off your ticket using code SUMMER26 Subscribe here to our emails for updates on all things Summer School! Instagram: @summergrace.photo @the_summerschool Shop My Products: Summer Grace x G-Presets ( discount code: SUMMERSCHOOL) Pricing Guide …