The Wider Lens: Powered by Focus on Women
The Wider Lens is a podcast about seeing possibility where you might not have looked before. Powered by Focus on Women, the show opens the door to broader conversations with creatives, entrepreneurs, and leaders across disciplines.
Each episode features real, thoughtful conversations — not just about success, but about uncertainty, change, and growth. We talk about how careers evolve, how priorities shift, and how people build work that supports the life they want.
Honest, grounded, and community-minded, The Wider Lens invites you to step back, zoom out, and expand how you think about your own creative path.
The Wider Lens: Powered by Focus on Women
S23 E220 Dawn Heumann - Commercial Photographer and Director
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Dawn Heumann’s upbringing shaped her into the heart-driven storyteller she is today. Raised by a filmmaker father and producer mother, she traveled the world as they created captivating travel films, instilling in her a love for curiosity, resilience, and kindness. With a BA in Philosophy and an MFA in Fine Art Photography, Dawn’s thirst for knowledge and worldly experience remains boundless.
Known for her approachable and collaborative nature, Dawn excels in elevating clients’ brands through authentic storytelling. She thrives on teamwork, bringing ideas to the table while embracing feedback to craft a shared vision. Inspired by the energy of her collaborators—from stylists to art directors—Dawn approaches every project with positivity, a can-do attitude, and a dedication to fostering strong relationships. She takes pride in being the kind of photographer people love having on set.
You can see Dawn's incredible work on her website or by following her on Instagram!
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