Shoot for the Skies

Shoot for the Skies

Author: Steve Brazill July 20, 2018 Duration: 36:32

Sometimes I get to talk to photographers and it feels like I am living my dreams through their lens. Erik Kuna is one of those occasions. Erik is Rocket Photographer… let me just stop there for a second. He photographs rockets. How cool is that! Looking through his portfolio is a pure geek-out moment.

Erik photographs launches for NASA, SpaceX, United Launch Alliance, and Orbital ATK from spaceports around the USA. I just used the word “spaceports” in a blog post, there has to be extra points for that. He cover launches for various mew media outlets, magazines, and for actual space agencies around the world. His goal? To create images that help educate people on the space industry.images, and  that inspire people to learn more about space exploration.

That education theme is a key part of Erik. You see, Erik Kuna is also the Vice President of Operations for KelbyOne, the online training site. I am sure you are familiar with KelbyOne, but if not be sure to check out this Behind the Shot episode with the namesake for KelbyOne, Scott Kelby. KelbyOne provides incredible training content to their members, from the likes of Rick Sammon, Trey Ratcliff, and so many more, and for 15 years Erik has been a key part of delivering their award winning training to world. From producing industry leading training conferences, workshops, seminars, classes, books, magazines, apps, videos, blogs, websites and webcasts, to creating entire online e-learning libraries filled with thousands of videos, he’s been involved in all aspects of photography training. 

He’s also worked with partners such as Adobe, Google, Canon, B&H Photo and many more to produce training videos and corporate events to help their customers and clients unlock their full potential via education and inspiration.

Join Rocket Photographer (that is so cool to say) Erik Kuna and me on this episode of Behind the Shot as we examine one of his amazing launch images.

Connect with Erik

Personal: erikkuna.com
KelbyOne: kelbyone.com
Photoshop World:photoshopworld.com
Facebook: @erikkuna
Instagram: @erikkuna
Twitter: @erikkuna


Steve Brazill hosts Behind the Shot-Video, a series that goes far beyond gear lists and camera settings. Each conversation is a deep exploration of the creative and technical journey behind compelling images. You’ll hear working photographers unpack the entire process-from the initial spark of an idea and the challenges of the location to the critical decisions made in post-production. This podcast sits at the unique intersection of art and practical technology, offering tangible lessons for anyone looking to improve their visual storytelling. Rather than abstract theory, these discussions provide a real-world look at problem-solving under pressure and the artistic choices that define a signature style. Tune in for honest, detailed breakdowns that reveal how memorable shots are truly built, layer by layer. It’s an essential resource for visual artists seeking both inspiration and actionable knowledge, all grounded in the lived experience of accomplished creators.
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