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Legal Matters for Photographers, with Rachel Brenke, TheLawTog®
20 juli 2023 · 1 uur 6 min
Do you have questions about establishing your photography business and legally protecting yourself and your images? From setting up a business entity to drafting client contracts to key terms in a model release, we cover these points and much, much more, during an in-depth discussion with intellectual property attorney Rachel Brenke. Lees meer
Listen in and learn about the value of contracts as the center point in any sort of business transaction. You'll also discover how the legal tripod of a business entity, attorney-drafted contracts, and liability insurance can create a powerful force field of protection. During the show's second half we explore various infringement scenarios, and even take the plunge into potential legal implications in the wake of AI technology and other current trends.
Guest: Rachel Brenke
For more information on our guest and the gear she uses, see:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/legal-matters-for-photographers-with-rachel-brenke-thelawtogStay Connected:
Rachel Brenke Website: https://rachelbrenke.com
TheLawTog® Website: https://www.thelawtog.com
Eden Law Website: https://eden-law.com
Rachel Brenke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelbrenke
TheLawTog® Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelawtog
TheLawTog® Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelawtog
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Lighting Whisperers: Eric Stoner & Joe McNally at Depth of Field 2023
6 juli 2023 · 47 min
Like good acting—and skilled retouching—masterful lighting is an accomplished skill that should remain mostly unseen. This is the takeaway from our conversations with two great lighting whisperers, Canon technical advisor Eric Stoner and Nikon Ambassador Joe McNally. We sat down with both of these experts earlier this year at B&H's 2023 Depth of Field Conference. Lees meer
Our first guest is Eric Stoner, a Canon technical advisor who specializes in creating portraits with Speedlites and colored gels. He offers insights about the high degree of control these tools provide, describing how adding colored gels boosts creative improvisation and heightens impact. We also discuss the technological advances of the past 20 years, while reflecting on how great photography still hinges on learning the craft and connecting with your subjects.
After a break, Nikon Ambassador Joe McNally discusses his mission to light photographs in a way that provides an unfettered experience for the viewer. In addition, we explore his long and successful career as a working professional, from his formative years as a LIFE magazine staff photographer to the recent exhibition of those very same images in a fine art gallery. Stay to the end to learn about his latest book The Real Deal, which he wrote during COVID, and hear about his busy schedule of international workshops.
Guests: Eric Stoner & Joe McNally
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/lighting-whisperers
Above photograph © Joe McNally
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Eric Stoner Website: https://www.mystonegallery.net/
Eric Stoner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericstonerphotoJoe McNally Website: https://joemcnally.com
Joe McNally Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joemcnallyphoto
Joe McNally Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joemcnallyphoto
Joe McNally YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/joemcnallyphoto
Joe McNally Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoeMcNallyPhoto
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Photographic Innovation: Steve Sasson's Invention of the Digital Camera
22 juni 2023 · 1 uur 28 min
"To invent, you need a good imagination and a pile of junk." There is no better role model for this Thomas Edison quote than Steve Sasson, the electrical engineer fresh out of grad school who was hired to work in a Kodak research lab, in 1973. With a passion for scavenging parts and a penchant for invention, he developed the world's first self-contained digital camera just two years after his arrival in the lab. Lees meer
In honor of National Camera Day, we invited Sasson to the podcast for an in-depth discussion about his invention of this revolutionary device. Listen in to hear about the surprising reception Sasson's prototype received from Kodak executives during early demonstrations of its use, the complicated mix of cultural and business factors confronting a company in the throes of innovation, the many years that elapsed before Sasson was allowed to speak publicly about the camera, and much, much more.
In addition to being a storyline worthy of a Hollywood blockbuster, our conversation offers rare insight into the inner workings of a long-established, successful company that knows a lot about the problem but doesn't like the answer. Stay to the end to hear Sasson make a comparison to a groundbreaking technological development in the corporate world today.
Guest: Steve Sasson
For more information on our guest and the gear he uses, see:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/invention-of-digital-cameraAbove photograph © Courtesy of the George Eastman MuseumStay Connected
Steve Sasson Profile at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: https://eng.rpi.edu/about/alumni-achievements/steven-j-sasson
Steve Sasson at the National Inventor's Hall of Fame: https://www.invent.org/inductees/steven-sasson
Steve Sasson at the National Science & Technology Medals Foundation: https://nationalmedals.org/laureate/steven-sasson/
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The Business of Family Portraits: Michele Celentano & Monica Sigmon at Depth of Field 2023
8 juni 2023 · 50 min
Family portraits have come a long way since the heyday of department-store setups. In this episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we examine business and creative factors at work in this constantly evolving field, recorded on location at B&H's 2023 Depth of Field Conference. Listen in for fresh insights on family portraiture from two specialists serving very different market segments. Lees meer
Above photograph © Monica Sigmon, Sigmon Taylor Photography
Our first guest is Michele Celentano, a serial entrepreneur who's shifted from weddings to families to her latest focus on the big business of school and sports portraits. After getting the scoop on her career trajectory, Celentano describes how she's modernizing and redefining this very lucrative market.
After a break, we chat with Monica Sigmon about the central role that formal family portraits can play in establishing a visual legacy and building self-worth among your clients, while she also elaborates on the complex economic factors involved in pricing your work.
Guests: Michele Celentano & Monica Sigmon
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see:
https://blogd7.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/business-family-portraits-michele-celentano-monica-sigmonTop shot © Monica Sigmon, Sigmon Taylor Photography
Episode Timeline:
3:37: Celentano's early mentors, professional groups that helped coach her in business, and early advice she received.
9:55: Reinventing yourself, from weddings to portraits to school and sports photography.
14:25: Adapting a business to the volume market for school sports portraits.
16:52: Differentiating between school sports portraits and senior portrait styles and modernizing the approach to deliver a clean contemporary look.
19:28: Believing in the work you do to manifest a value-based experience for your clients.
24:58: Episode Break
26:14: The power of a family portrait to change the way that children and families see themselves, and the value of forma…
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#Kittens & Picturing Pets, with Karen Hoglund & Nancy Borowick
25 mei 2023 · 1 uur 2 min
Humans and pets have shared a deep bond for centuries, yet our animal companions are now considered more a part of the family than ever. So, it's no surprise that pet photography is a blossoming niche, and a perfect subject for this week's podcast—especially since it's National Pet Month! Lees meer
Above photograph © Nancy Borowick
We start by chatting with pet photographer Karen Hoglund, who alerted us to her work in response to Allan's musing about using the hashtag "kittens" to generate traffic on social media. After noting that #kittens only yields a 20 percent bump over #photographer, Hoglund offers advice on the dos and don'ts of posing pets, and picking up on their non-verbal signs of anxiety or stress.
After a break, we switch gears from posed pet portraits to learn about Sony Artisan Nancy Borowick's candid editorial-style coverage of the Westminster Dog Show, and her long-term project, "Part of the Pack." Primarily known for telling intimate stories about people, Nancy explains how an invitation to photograph the dog show helped her process the loss of both her parents to cancer. She talks about the challenges of covering the show's frenetic atmosphere, describing how she maintains focus by seeking out telling details.
As we all agree, pets are truly a gift in our daily lives, and learning how to capture their unique personalities in pictures can only deepen this bond and enrich our experience.
Guests: Karen Hoglund & Nancy Borowick
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see:
https://blogd7.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/kittens-picturing-pets-karen-hoglund-nancy-borowickTop shot © Nancy Borowick
Episode Timeline:
2:06: Does #Kittens or pictures of cute pets help to drive traffic on social media?
4:28: How to recognize signs of stress and anxiety in pets, and tips for posing pets during a photo session.
7:48: Giving treats to a pet so they'll behave during a photo shoot and behavior differences to keep in mind when phot…
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Confronting Algorithms and AI: Tati Bruening & Anya Anti at Depth of Field 2023
11 mei 2023 · 38 min
Tati Bruening and Anya Anti are two rising stars at the confluence of photography, digital assets, and social influence. In this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we get the lowdown on their burgeoning careers in fashion / beauty and conceptual / fine art portraits in part two of our chats from B&H's 2023 Depth of Field Conference. Lees meer
Above photograph © Tati Bruening
We start with Tati Bruening, who shares how her plea to "Make Instagram Instagram Again" became a global meme, ultimately prompting a response from the platform's head. Learn how she spent the pandemic focused on daily DIY shoots with friends, allowing her to quickly master her Canon 5D Mark IV inside and out. Today, Bruening is supported by a powerhouse management team. Hear how she made these essential connections, get tips on working with a manager, and learn which pitfalls to avoid.
After a break, we shift gears to Anya Anti, who fills us in on the intricate set design and attentive compositing work behind her whimsical portraits, which seamlessly bridge fantasy and real life. She distinguishes between shooting self-portraits for a more personal approach and posing models as alter egos for more control behind the camera. We also tackle the elephant in the room—artificial intelligence in photographic creation—with Anti weighing in on both the significant ethical issues posed by AI and its positive aspects as incorporated in Adobe's smart selection tools.
Guests: Tati Bruening and Anya Anti
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/confronting-algorithms-and-ai-tati-bruening-anya-anti-at-depth-of-field-2023Top shot © Tati Bruening
Episode Timeline:
2:38: Tati Bruening's offhand Instagram post that turned into an international viral movement, emphasizing the value of stills over video.
6:13: Bruening's preferences for lighting tools, modifiers, and lenses.
11:52: Making an initial connection to a manage…
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Photographic Craft & Connections: Sam Hurd & Dixie Dixon at Depth of Field 2023
27 april 2023 · 45 min
Sam Hurd and Dixie Dixon may target different photo markets, yet they both prioritize craft and emphasize a human connection to their subjects. In this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we get the lowdown on their respective careers in wedding photography and fashion/lifestyle assignment work as part of our coverage of B&H's 2023 Depth of Field Conference. Lees meer
Above photograph © Dixie Dixon
We start with Sam Hurd, who shares the story behind his decision to shift from photographic storyteller to craftsman. He also describes how switching to mirrorless cameras has changed his process. Sam's superpower is his inventive Ring of Fire technique for creative flare, and we discuss this in depth, while also touching on everything from image quality and lens design to the promise of AI-generating tools and the elements that get lost in the exchange.
After a break, we chat with Nikon Ambassador Dixie Dixon, who describes how making a connection with your subjects begins with detailed research well before the shoot day. She regales us with tales from major advertising projects, including how her efforts to get a release for a Ford Mustang led her to the company's CEO. Get a first alert on her next book project and hear how her recent forays into video and directing tv commercials earned her a coveted advertising award.
For more information on our guests and their photos, see:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/photographic-craft-connections-sam-hurd-dixie-dixon
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Notable Lens Releases of 2022 & 23, with Kevin Rickert
14 april 2023 · 49 min
"Do I really replace lenses or just buy more of them? That's the major question," says Kevin Rickert, B&H Photo's Senior Sales Trainer for cameras and lighting, in the heat of discussion for our Notable Lens Releases of 2022 and 2023 episode. Lees meer
Listen in as we assess the latest crop of optics from Canon, FUJIFILM, Hasselblad, Nikon, OM SYSTEM, Sigma, Sony, and Tamron. The full list makes for a lot of glass, so we've narrowed things down to a focused selection of primes and zooms spanning medium format, full frame, cropped sensor, and Micro Four Thirds formats.
As in our annual Cameras of the Year show from December, we mix up the tech talk with practical anecdotes to help match lenses and customers based on user experience. Among the many threads of our chat, we commend the release of some new and different focal lengths—from Nikon's 26mm pancake to Sony's 20-70mm f/4 G-series zoom to Tamron's 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 telephoto. "Maybe the 26mm will be the new 28, which is great," says Rickert. "We like choices, and a lot of brands are going this route with their lens offerings."
Guest: Kevin Rickert
Episode Timeline
1:45: Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM lens and its unique cat-eye bokeh.
6:32: Four new Canon RF-S lenses for APS-C cameras, plus RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM and RF 1200mm f/8L IS USM super-telephotos for wildlife and sports.
9:20: FUJIFILM XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR for portraits, XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR for wildlife and sports, XF 18-120mm f/4 LM PZ WR for everyday use, XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR, and FUJIFILM GF 20-35mm f/4 R WR lens for medium format.
12:42: Hasselblad XCD 38mm f/2.5 V, XCD 55mm f/2.5 V, and XCD 90mm f/2.5 V lenses.
18:49: Nikon Z 26mm f/2.8 pancake lens, Z 85mm f/1.2 S for portraits, 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S, and Z 600mm f/4 TC VR SZ super telephotos for wildlife and sports.
25:06: Episode break
25:58: OM SYSTEM 90mm f/3.5 Macro IS Pro lens, and the benefit of IP53 weather sealing.
31:43: Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art for L-mount and E-mount syst…
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The Business of Luxury Wedding Photography with James x Schulze
23 maart 2023 · 53 min
No matter how you slice it, wedding photography is a fancy business. On this week's podcast, we take that fancy up a notch in a conversation about luxury wedding photography with James Christianson and Otto Schulze. These former competitors took a giant leap to reinvent themselves as the collaborative partnership James x Schulze, while also adapting their sales strategy to a marketplace where the driving force is want rather than means. Lees meer
Listen in as they describe how they balanced economic risk with the creative freedom to chase small moments and beautiful light. You'll also gain insight into how a luxury client's buying psychology differs from the norm, and the essential importance of taking a client-first approach to projects.
"Confidence is the currency of the successful," explains Christianson about the necessary shift in mindset. "If you can bring confidence in who you are and what your skills are—whether that's with a camera, or skills with people, or both—that will take you a long way in being able to move through any room."
Guests: James Christianson and Otto Schulze
Top shot © James x Schulze
Episode Timeline
2:55: The logistics of and locations for the luxury wedding photography market.
6:38: Balancing the economics of a collaborative business with the creative freedom and flow of chasing small moments and beautiful light.
10:42: Shaking the middle-class sales mentality and adapting to the buying psychology of luxury clients.
14:45: Put your client first by asking open-ended questions and taking a genuine interest in connecting to best identify their wants.
17:56: The logistics of working with wedding planners in the high-end photography market.
21:40: Destination weddings in a post-COVID world, and the luxury client as a recession proof market for wedding photography.
26:10: James X Shulze's go-to camera gear—from the medium format FUJIFILM GFX to the Leica Q—yet always being mindful of the special atmosphere of the venue.
31:27: Episode bre…
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A World History of Women Photographers with Luce Lebart and Pauline Vermare
8 maart 2023 · 59 min
Women photographers take center stage in this week's show, in celebration of International Women's Day and Women's History Month. We reveal the blind spot of photo history in a chat about the book A World History of Women Photographers, with photo historian and co-author Luce Lebart and contributing writer Pauline Vermare. Lees meer
Gracing the pages of this book's 500-page heft are images and stories behind 300 women photographers, spanning both photo history and geographic reach. Listen in to learn about the exhaustive process Lebart and co-author Marie Robert undertook to find this range of talent and then commission essays from 160 women writers and curators. We also discuss how the position of women within photography has changed over time and across cultures. There are fresh discoveries to be made by even the most ardent photography devotees, as illustrated by the many photographer names and related resources we mention during the episode, also listed below in our show notes.
Guests: Luce Lebart and Pauline Vermare
Top shot © The National Museum of Iceland, Reykjavik
Episode Timeline
4:17: Luce Lebart describes the editorial statement behind the book A World History of Women Photographers as a manifesto to complete a history that already exists.
10:14: Back stories about women working as picture editors, art directors, designers, and art buyers in photo industry trenches, with male photographers as hunter gathers in the field.
13:32: The international network behind the research for this book. Which came first—the contributing writers or featured photographers?
21:21: The matter of women photographers who stayed in the shadow of a master or did not receive equal recognition as her spouse.
26:45: Avoiding the pitfall of a western centered approach in the geographical representation of photographers selected for the book
30:56: Additional book projects and databases of women photographers.
33:44: Episode break
34:38: Pauline Vermare describes differences betw…
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Building and Maintaining Your Web Presence with Alex Vita and Ben Von Wong
23 februari 2023 · 1 uur 12 min
When was the last time you updated your website? Despite the popularity and traction of social media sites, having a stand-alone website to promote your work and build your brand is key to connecting with your given audience. In this week's podcast, we explore the dynamics of building and maintaining a professional caliber website with insights from both sides of the coin. Lees meer
We start by chatting with website designer Alex Vita, who shares pet peeves as well as the best practices he's honed over more than 13 years of work with photo industry clients. All will benefit from Alex's insights on building a client-focused website as a way to build trust. After a break we get the artist's perspective from the illustrious photographer, environmental activist, and creative whirlwind Benjamin Von Wong, who also happens to be one of Alex's clients. Listen in as Ben and Alex discuss his web strategy and take a deep dive into the challenges of staying relevant and getting noticed in an oversaturated creative climate. We also dip into thoughts about how the evolution of AI is likely to change the future of the visual world, to make photographs the starting point for a conversation rather than its final purpose.
Guests: Alex Vita and Benjamin Von Wong
Top shot © Benjamin Von Wong
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, click here.
Episode Timeline
3:55: What role do stand-alone photography websites play in a world of viral social media sites?
12:16: Alex's pet peeves in photography websites. Two general categories: poor content and poor user experience.
20:55: Bounce rates, Google analytics reports, and how to determine the success of your website.
26:17: What are the most important considerations for good SEO and how have best practices for SEO changed over time?
31:59: Alex's recommendations for image size and compression for fast performance and readability on a wide range of devices—from mobile to retina screens.
35:55: Episode break
36:56: The vari…
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Flora Photographica A Potpourri of Pictures with Danae Panchaud and Abe Morell
9 februari 2023 · 49 min
We're all about flower power on this week's podcast, in celebration of Valentine's Day. Joining us in discussion are photography curator Danae Panchaud, co-author of the recent book Flora Photographica, along with contributing photographer and audience favorite Abelardo Morell. Lees meer
After describing the book's genesis and scope, Danae delves into the extensive research process she and co-author William Ewing employed to sift through many thousands of photographs celebrating this wide-ranging subject. From sumptuous floral still lives to delicate blooms photographed in service of an activist cause to conceptual treatments depicting flowers as imposters of real life and beyond—this magnificent book offers fertile ground for consideration and debate.
After a break we continue the conversation with photographer Abelardo Morell, whose featured images from the series Flowers for Lisa evolved from a single photograph created as a gift for his wife to encompass a wide-ranging exploration of and homage to great artists of the past.
As an alternative to a floral bouquet, we invite you to consider the enduring value in the gift of a photograph—or better yet an entire book of floral photography—to make a photoholic's heart flutter.
Guests: Danae Panchaud and Abelardo Morell
Top shot © Abelardo Morell
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see:
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Episode Timeline
4:52: Danae Panchaud explains the research process for Flora Photographica and describes the joy in discovering the innovative methods photographers have used to explore this wide-ranging subject.
10:16: Distinctions between the new edition of Flora Photographica and an earlier volume by William Ewing sharing the same title, published in the 1990s.
13:53: The effects of digital tools and technologies on both the images themselves, and the research methods used to source images for the book.
16:31: Insights about Flora Photographica's nine intriguing chapter …
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Visual Narratives for the 21st Century with Mike Davis
26 januari 2023 · 1 uur 2 min
"Selecting photos is a different skill than making them," explains renowned picture editor Mike Davis in this week's podcast. This essential understanding forms the core of Davis's new book Creating Visual Narratives Through Photography: A Fresh Approach to Making a Living as a Photographer. Lees meer
Davis approaches this topic with a mix of clarity and candor, to offer deeply engaged yet highly accessible insights about making photos—and making sense of those photos—while also discussing the elusive art of selecting and sequencing pictures and other ways to create visual narratives.
Some of the key points covered in our chat include the visual vocabulary Davis assigns to photographs, his ideas about elevating pictures beyond simply informational content, how making multiple passes through a photo edit can help a photographer remove themselves from the experience of making the work, and his three different approaches to image sequencing.
Listeners will also gain a fresh understanding of ways in which both the art of creating visual narratives and the photo industry itself have evolved over time, to raise the bar on creative expression. In presenting this book, Davis's goal echoes the response he has received from hundreds of photographers he's helped to tell stories with their pictures, "I never would have thought of things that way, had we not had this engagement."
Guests: Mike Davis
Photos © Mike Davis
Episode Timeline
3:26: Photography as a visual vocabulary, and distinctions between, nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs.
6:25: What are informational photographs and how to make photos that rise above this basic level.
9:08: Davis's definition of composition: the full realization of light, and color, and distance in conveying a 3-dimensional space.
18:33: How the photo industry and relationships between photographers and photo editors have changed over time.
30:42: Davis discusses his photos published in the book and shares thoughts about photographing with int…
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Filling the Access Gap with ASMP's Photography Mentorship Program, The Bridge
12 januari 2023 · 52 min
Creating and sustaining a successful photo career is no easy feat. To help aspiring young imagemakers acquire the needed creative concepts and business skills, two New York-based organizations—ASMP NY and BKC—have teamed up to offer the innovative mentorship, education, and industry immersion program The Bridge. Open to individuals from 18- to 26-years-old, The Bridge embraces diversity and offers opportunity to underserved communities, regardless of formal photography experience. Best of all, this four-month, real world program is free to accepted students. Lees meer
We first learned about The Bridge during a chat with program co-founder Liam Alexander for the show ASMP-NY and the Future of Photo Trade Organizations in February 2022. Since the program's second year recently wrapped with a gallery exhibition in Brooklyn, and plans are in the works to expand The Bridge to other ASMP chapters in 2023, we wanted to learn more about this valuable initiative in advance of the next application window this spring.
For this week's podcast, we're joined by Alexander, who sheds light on The Bridge program's inner workings and educational goals during the first half of the show. After a break, we speak with 2022 Bridge graduate Eli Edwards, who describes what he learned through the program, and the resulting shift in the pictures he makes, as well as in his creative point of view. To discover how to futureproof your career and learn how to apply for this free program, make sure to listen in!
Guests: Liam Alexander and Eli Edwards
ASMP Bridge Program photo © Saad El Amin
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/celebrating-asmp-nys-mentorship-program-the-bridge
Episode Timeline
3:50: Application and selection process for The Bridge Mentorship, a program designed to fill the gap in existing educational models.
9:27: Introduction to The Bridge program partner BKC, and program co-founder Justin Lin.
1…
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Fire & Lights and Wild Nights: Jill Waterman's New Year's Eve Project: The B&H Photography Podcast
29 december 2022 · 38 min
In some locales, the period between Christmas and the New Year is known as the Wild Nights, where mischief reigns in the darkest days of the northern hemisphere. We're digging into this theme for our last show of 2022, in a chat with photographer and producer of this very podcast, Jill Waterman, who has been documenting New Year's Eve traditions and exploits around the globe for the past 38 years. We first spoke with Jill about this project in the two-part show Legacy and Commitment in January 2022. Since she's now a full-fledged member of the podcast team, we thought we'd investigate some of her more memorable experiences a bit further. Lees meer
Jill is still shooting this series primarily with film, so our conversation ranges from the whys and wherefores of making that choice, to how the growth of the Internet became an essential research tool in the lead up to the Millennium and beyond. We also shed light on the elusive Austrian Perchten and Bulgarian Kukeri, and discuss parading Philadelphia Mummers, Bahamian Junkanoo figures, and Cape Town, South Africa's legendary Minstrel Parade. To learn about the most rewarding aspect of Jill's project and find out where she'll be ringing in New Year's Eve 2023, pull up a seat, pop some bubbly and listen in!
Guest: Jill Waterman
Photos © Jill Waterman
Episode Timeline
2:35: The beginnings of the New Year's Eve Project
4:28: Evolution of the project and approach over time
5:34: Shooting black and white film instead of monochrome digital captures
8:12: Opportunities of the Millennium
9:04: The growth of the Internet as a research tool and discovering locations for New Year's Eve rituals
10:00: Documenting "Perchtenlaufs" in Austria during the Wild Nights
10:59: Common themes in different cultures: Mummer's Parade in Philadelphia; Junkanoo in Nassau, Bahamas; and the Minstrel Parade in Cape Town, South Africa
14:48: The spread of oral New Year's traditions and rituals: Burning Effigies and New Year's Widows in Quito, Ecuad…
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2022 Cameras of the Year: The B&H Photography Podcast
15 december 2022 · 1 uur
For anyone seeking a new camera to gift or to hold this holiday season, we present the eighth annual installment of our Cameras of the Year episode! Featured in our discussion are 16 new cameras from Canon, FUJIFILM, Hasselblad, Leica, Nikon, OM SYSTEM, Panasonic, and Sony—presented in alphabetical order. Lees meer
In addition to a detailed review of each camera on our list, we also discuss trends such as the shift from separate cameras for photo and video to a single camera geared to content creation, recent advances in high resolution EVFs, the benefits to cameras with internal memory, an increasing prevalence of AI technologies, the continued relevance of Micro 4/3rds and APS-C models when full frame cameras are shrinking in size and weight, and much more. Along the way, we even come up with some new terminology—Exit Level Cameras! Tune in for yourself and find out what it means.
Guest: Kevin Rickert
Episode Timeline
3:30: Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera
4:29: From separate cameras for photo and video to one camera for content creation
5:30: Canon EOS R7 Mirrorless Camera
6:42: A question about image stabilization
7:58: The increasing use of dual card slots
8:50: Newer Canon cameras have a different hotshoe
11:18: Canon EOS R10 Mirrorless Camera
12:25: The legacy of the Canon Rebel series name
14:25: Canon R5 C Mirrorless Cinema Camera
15:43: What constitutes a Netflix-approved cinema camera
17:08: FUJIFILM X-H2S Mirrorless Camera
18:12: FUJIFILM X-H2 Mirrorless Camera
18:20: FUJIFILM X-T5 Mirrorless Camera
19:43: Recent advances in high resolution EVFs
20:55: New FUJIFILM lenses mean faster full-time autofocus
22:15: Hasselblad X2D 100C Medium Format Mirrorless Camera
2400: The benefits to cameras with internal memory
24:38: Medium format 16-bit color gives you more crayons to play with in the box
26:02: Episode break
27:13: Leica M 11 Rangefinder Camera
30:24: US-B Type C connection allows downloading pictures to a phone
30:59: What is pi…
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Master Blaster - Charles Daniels Reveals his Unseen 60s Era Photo Archive: The B&H Photography Podcast
1 december 2022 · 53 min
In an era brimming with instant gratification, some things are worth the wait. This is an apt takeaway from our chat with photographer Charles Daniels about his long-outdated film from the legendary Boston Tea Party and other 60s-era music venues, rarely processed until recently. Joining Daniels in conversation is his long-time partner Susan Berstler, and Gerald Freyer from Film Rescue International, the unique image processing and digitization specialists entrusted with his mother lode of 4,000 plus rolls. Lees meer
Listen in as Daniels tells of his rise from club denizen to emcee to cultural ambassador, introducing 60s-era British invasion rockers to America, with a Leica, two Nikons and a mic in hand. Berstler describes how the unprocessed rolls stockpiled in their home became a COVID project, which then went viral after the launch of a Go-Fund-Me campaign.
After a break, Freyer explains how Film Rescue International's unique processing and scanning technologies can breathe new life into lost and found film, saving untold stories from oblivion. Freyer also recounts his epic drive from Saskatchewan to Somerville (and back!) to safely collect the film for processing, without risking x-rays or other shipping hazards.
As Daniels notes during the show, "For years, I never really developed any film, but I was shooting all the time. It was just there, and then at some point I realized that I needed to bring some of this older stuff to light."
With a nod to Daniels's 80th birthday on November 30th, the pictures may have been a long time coming—but what a fabulous gift to photographers and music aficionados alike!
Guests: Charles Daniels, Susan Berstler, Gerald Freyer
Photographs © Charles Daniels
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/master-blaster-charles-daniels-reveals-his-unseen-60s-era-photo-archive
Guest Bios:
Charles Daniels was born in segregated Alabama, where his parents ran a la…
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Festive Food Photography with Joanie Simon
17 november 2022 · 59 min
Food, glorious food—there's no better time than the holiday season for a bountiful exploration of food photography—a fan favorite. For this episode of the podcast, we're delighted to connect with food blogger, educator, and content creator extraordinaire Joanie Simon. Listen in as she discusses the magic behind her aspirational, achievable shooting style. Besides examining the limits to reality when shooting fake food, Simon describes her collaborations with a dedicated crew, offers advice about a photographer's responsibilities when working remotely, and describes her personal evolution through camera brands and models to arrive at the Nikon Z mirrorless system she shoots with today. Discover all these things and much, much more—including a secret recipe for fake ice cream! Lees meer
Guests: Joanie Simon
Photograph © Joanie Simon
Guest Bio: Instead of an apron, Joanie Simon wears many hats. She's a food photographer, published author, educator, and content queen, and her daily life is a bouillabaisse of camera gear and culinary delights. In just a baker's dozen year—that's 13 for the inexperienced cooks—Simon has built her brand into a powerhouse of creative content and learning.
In addition to shooting commercial and editorial assignments, Joanie teaches food photography through her online platform, The Bite Shot. Her food photo adventures on YouTube and Instagram can be found at @thebiteshot and on Tik Tok @joaniesimonsays, and you learn tons more from the many tutorials in her 2021 book, Picture Perfect Food.
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/festive-food-photography-with-joanie-simon
Stay Connected:
Website: https://joaniesimon.com
Education Website: https://thebiteshot.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebiteshot
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/joaniesimonmedia
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joaniesimonsays
Episode Timeline
3:56: Joanie Simon's favorite holid…
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Vintage Cameras and a Fondness for Film: The B&H Photography Podcast
3 november 2022 · 58 min
Vintage cameras and analog film have grown to be unprecedented media darlings within our crowded digital landscape. With a superstar status fueled by insatiable demand amid a limited supply, in this week's podcast we investigate both the beauty and quirks of these trending tools. Joining us in conversation are photographer / vintage camera buff Bill Bain, and expert camera technician / repair wizard Shlomo Weinberger from B&H Photo's Used Department. Whether you cut your teeth on old school tech or you're an analog adopter in the digital age, there's a topic of interest for everyone, plus plenty of DYI tips to be had, including our favorite—liquid electrical tape! How many of you dedicated camera buffs knew about that? Lees meer
Guests: Bill Bain and Shlomo Weinberger
Top Shot © Jill Waterman
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/vintage-cameras-with-bill-bain-and-shlomo-weinberger
Guest Bios: Bill Bain has loved photography since his teenage years, when all his earnings went towards buying gear and paying for film and development. During a long career as an engineer, photography was a constant thread—particularly documenting his family and their extensive travels. Now living a post-corporate life in the Canadian Rockies, Bain devotes much of his time to photography. In addition to being fully immersed in digital imaging, he continues to make good use of his extensive collection of vintage cameras, many dating from the early 1900s. Bain's analog and digital fine-art images have been featured in Black & White magazine, and his photos of Olympic-style wrestlers have been published internationally.
Shlomo Weinberger is a gifted technician who developed a specialty in repairing vintage cameras and lenses over nearly 25 years at B&H Photo. After learning his trade from an old-world technician steeped in the analog age, Weinberger currently operates a special repair shop within B&H Photo's Used…
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Ringside Access: Lori Grinker Captures Mike Tyson's Rise
20 oktober 2022 · 57 min
Mike Tyson has long been a boxing legend, and for this week's podcast we speak with the photographer who was there from the very start. Lori Grinker was just a student with a semester-long assignment when she first met Tyson as a 13-year-old kid under the tutelage of famed boxing trainer Cus D'Amato. Grinker's inside access over the next decade offers an intimate portrait of Tyson that few others have seen, and is now published in the book Mike Tyson. Listen in as Grinker describes how she learned on the job as the only woman ringside, transforming from student to pro in step with Tyson's meteoric rise. She also weighs in about gear choices, making distinctions between photographing with reflex cameras and rangefinders, and sharing thoughts on shooting black and while film vs digital captures in monochrome mode. Listen in to learn how she juggled documentary coverage with celebrity reportage and sports photography in what was truly a wild ride. Lees meer
Guest: Lori Grinker
Photographs © Lori Grinker, Courtesy of Contact Press Images
This episode is sponsored by Audio TechnicaFor more information on our guests and the gear they use, see: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/ringside-access-lori-grinker-captures-mike-tysons-rise
Guest Bio: Lori Grinker is an award-winning photographer whose work straddles documentary and fine art. Internationally published and exhibited, her long-term, non-linear projects often mix photography with video, audio recording, text, installation, books, and collage. The recipient of many awards and the author of three books, Grinker is a dedicated educator for both University programs and private workshops. She is a senior member of Contact Press Images and is represented by ClampArt Gallery in New York City.
Stay Connected:
Personal Website: www.lorigrinker.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/lgrinker
Twitter: twitter.com/lgrinker
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lorigrinker/Episode Timeline
2:02: Grinker's photojournalism cl…
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Fall Foliage East and West with Jerry Monkman and G Dan Mitchell
6 oktober 2022 · 1 uur 4 min
It's leaf peeping time in the northern hemisphere when trees break into riots of color as autumn plows a path from north to south. Two of the best regions for capturing the show here in the US are across New England and along California's magnificent Sierra Nevada. To help get you up to speed when preparing for your own foliage excursions, we speak with landscape photography specialists in each of these regions—Jerry Monkman in New England and G. Dan Mitchell in California's Sierra Nevada. Lees meer
After weighing in with informed opinions about when and where to find the best color this year, Monkman and Mitchell make suggestions about fresh ways to picture the scenery and discuss topographic and geological differences between east and west. We also talk gear—both DSLR and mirrorless—with Monkman opting for the Canon 5D Mark IV or EOS R5, and Mitchell alternating between the Canon 5DS R and FUJIFILM X series mirrorless.
For all of the above and much more, please join us for this informative discussion and discover new ways to reap an autumn photography harvest and take your landscape and scenic photography to new heights.
Guests: Jerry Monkman & G. Dan Mitchell
Photo © Jerry Monkman
For further details about our guests, their gear, and a selection of their secenic photographs, find this episode on the B&H Explora blog at: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/fall-foliage-east-and-west-with-jerry-monkman-and-g-dan-mitchell-the-bh
Guest Bios:
Jerry Monkman is a New England-based conservation photographer, filmmaker, and writer, who's been telling adventure- and conservation-themed stories for more than 20 years. Together with his wife Marcy, Monkman runs EcoPhotography, a Portsmouth, New Hampshire-based stock and assignment photo business and video production company. EcoPhotography's award-winning images have been published worldwide, and the Monkman's have received National Outdoor Book Awards for two books: The AMC Guide to Outdoor Digital Photo…
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Graham Nash: Ace Photographer, Digital Printing Pioneer, Music Legend
29 september 2022 · 39 min
Graham Nash is a true visionary. Whether in the lyrics he writes, the music he plays, the songs he sings, or the photographs he captures, he sees things a little differently and—most important—he sees beauty everywhere. As he describes it during our podcast, "It's just energy. I see my life facing a column of energy every day. Where do I want to plug in today?" Lees meer
Listen in as Nash regales us with how multidisciplinary interests help him avoid writer's block, his fascination for early Daguerreotypes, his historic role as a digital printing pioneer, his deep respect for Epson products, and much more. Stay to the end for Nash's honest assessment of his singing voice, and to learn his secret to staying passionate and making the most of a creative life.
Guest: Graham Nash
Photos by Graham Nash, excerpted from A Life in Focus: The Photography of Graham Nash, and provided courtesy of Insight Editions. Cover photo © Joel Bernstein
For further details about our guest, his gear, and a selection of his historic photographs, find this episode on the B&H Explora blog at: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/graham-nash-ace-photographer-digital-printing-pioneer-music-legend-the-bh
Guest Bio: English singer-songwriter and musician Graham Nash is known for his light tenor voice and his iconic status as a founding member of the Hollies, Crosby, Stills & Nash, and later Young. A two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and the recipient of four honorary degrees, Nash was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services to music and to charity.
A lesser-known detail is that Nash's long held passion for images even predates his start in music. An avid photographer since the age of 10, Nash began collecting photographs in the early 1970s. In 1990, he chose to auction off his 2,000-print collection to help fund Nash Editions, the pioneering fine art digital printing company he co-founded, using an IRIS Graphics 3047 printer that…
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Abelardo Morell, Alchemist of Photography
15 september 2022 · 55 min
The art of photography offers boundless potential for altering and enhancing human perception—this is the focus of our conversation on this week's podcast. Listen in as we go down the rabbit hole of visual discovery with alchemist of photography Abelardo Morell. From his early desire to enlighten students by transforming his classroom into a camera obscura to his ever-expanding universe of ideas—and the subsequent tools he uses—to record moments in light, Morell is an undisputed master in conjuring magic from a cross section of art and science, time and space. Lees meer
Guest: Abelardo Morell
Photographs © Abelardo Morell, Courtesy of Edwynn Houk Gallery
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcasts/photography/the-camera-obscura-and-recording-time-and-space-in-images-with-abelardo-morellEpisode Timeline
3:30: Abelardo Morell's Street Photography Roots
4:29: The Power of a Visual Language
5:50: Creating a Camera Obscura in the Classroom7:30: Making Pictures Inside the Camera Obscura
7:58: Reciprocity Failure in Film Captures
9:50: Determining Exposure Times When Polaroid Isn't an Option
11:18: Framing Up Compositions Inside the Camera Obscura
11:56: Shifting from Analog to Digital Cameras
12:22: Phase One Digital Allows the Capture of Moments in Light
14:22: From a Pinhole to Projecting an Image Using Diopters and Lenses
17:47: Morell's Digital Workflow and Working with a Digital Tech
18:55: Juggling Multiple Projects, Genres, and Tools
20:33: Picturing Childhood as a Creative Breakthrough25:20: Episode break
26:04: Conceptualizing the Tent Camera for Use in the Landscape
30:25: Shooting Tethered in the Field
31:18: Developing the Tent Camera's Prism Periscope Lens
32:22: Shifting the Projected Image from the Wall to the Ground
33:00: Patina of the Ground and a Philosophical Meaning
34:00: Channeling Fox Talbot in Cliché Verres
37:42: Morell's Preference: Black and White or Color?
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On Location and Studio Portraits with Monica Sigmon & Michael Taylor
1 september 2022 · 1 uur 14 min
A well-crafted portrait is a beautiful thing, and this week's podcast takes a deep dive into creating individual, group, and family portraits, both on location and in the studio. Our guests are master portraitists Monica Sigmon and Michael Taylor, co-owners of SigmonTaylor Photography in Williamsburg, Virginia. Please join us for tips on everything from how to arrive at a signature style when working on location to the practicalities and pitfalls of establishing a dedicated portrait studio and turning client's heads in today's competitive marketplace. Lees meer
After listening, if you're still hungry for more portrait photography insights, look no further than Sigmon Taylor's six-part series Portrait Studio Intensive, produced by the B&H Event Space in February 2022.
Guests: Monica Sigmon and Michael Taylor
Photograph © Sigmon Taylor
For more information on our guests and the gear they use, see:
www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/podcastsEpisode Timeline
2:37: How does one arrive at a signature style when shooting portraits in an infinite variety of different locations?
4:03: Building a visual library and exploring your photographic personality to make your portraits stand out.
5:52: Location portraits are more about the story you are telling than what the background looks like.
6:49: Use of lighting conditions as a common thread in defining your signature portrait style.
8:40: How to establish a high-end portrait niche and deliver the goods from the start. Creating work and an experience the client will love.
11:14: Every portrait is a self-portrait, and the value of stepping back to look inside yourself.
13:24: The skill of cultivating an interest in your subjects. People all have stories to tell.
14:18: Tips for expanding from an individual portrait to a group session, and the importance of scheduling a preliminary design session.
16:20: The smallest children rule the day. Keeping the attention of the adults while keeping the children entertained.
17:26: The por…
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Conservation Storytelling with Jaymi Heimbuch & Anne Readel
18 augustus 2022 · 47 min
Nature and wildlife photographers seeking to put their images to work for the good of the planet will love this week's podcast. Our first guest, Jaymi Heimbuch, founded the Conservation Visual Storytellers Academy to teach photographers how to connect their pictures to a larger purpose. Listen in as Heimbuch discusses ways to harness the three A's—Action, Audience, and Affect—and successfully target the people you want to reach with your work. Lees meer
After a break, we hear from Heimbuch's star student, Anne Readel, who reveals how the viral spread of her story on No-Mow May enabled her to recast her message with different angles, increasing the story's reach. Stay to the end for Readel's offbeat story about living with your urban turkey neighbors. Please join us for this inspiring discussion about conservation storytelling, and learn how the aforementioned three A's can be used to craft the focus of your nature and wildlife pictures and expand their impact.
Guests: Jaymi Heimbuch and Anne Readel
Episode Timeline
3:28: What is Conservation Photography?
7:00: The power of a call to action
8:40: Quick synopsis of the Conservation Visual Storytellers Academy
9:37: A look inside the Visual Storytellers Style quiz
12:25: Putting your visual storyteller style to use
14:00: Conservation stories are happening right outside your door
16:22: The effortless impact of No-Mow May
17:12: Pitching conservation stories and photo / text packages
19:08: The importance of the three A's – Action, Audience, Affect
20:15: Tips for reverse engineering a photo story
21:03: Where to pitch photo stories and how to get an editor's attention
23:18: Jaymi Heimbuch's gear tips for cameras and lenses
24:47: Two trends in lens types: wide angle macros for insects and telephoto zooms for birds
27:28: Jaymi's favorite brand of camera bag, plus backpacks vs messenger bags
28:52: Episode break
30:12: Anne Readel's first Sony camera and subsequent upgrades
31:06: Situations where Anne stil…
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Grassroots Baseball - America's Favorite Pastime: The B&H Photography Podcast
4 augustus 2022 · 1 uur 7 min
There's a special feeling to photographing sports action that hooks you from day one. Listen in as we talk sports with Sony Artisan of Imagery Jean Fruth, and longtime Sports Illustrated Director of Photography Steve Fine. In 2019, Fruth co-founded Grassroots Baseball to celebrate the amateur game at the youngest levels. In her latest book Grassroots Baseball: Route 66, Fruth photographs young players in the same heroic manner as the pros. When it comes to equipment, she recommends the best gear to fit your budget, while singing the praises of fast lenses, Lees meer
As Fruth's longtime editor, Fine weighs in on the three pillars of sports photography and the vital importance of cropping. In Fine's view, great pictures are a shared accomplishment between a photographer and an athlete in a moment that cannot be repeated. Please join us for this spirited discussion about Grassroots Baseball and learn how the aforementioned three pillars can be woven into Sports Photography gold.
Episode Timeline:
4:30: Jean Fruth's start in sports photography
11:40: Synopsis of Fruth's Grassroots Baseball nonprofit
14:24: Capturing golden hour light and the love of the game
22:08: Steve Fine discusses the three pillars of sports photography
29:22: Neil Leifer's advice to shoot for the double truck
31:34: Sports is messy, hence the importance of cropping
34:29: Rules for retouching and manipulation in sports photography
37:00: Episode break
37:51: Key attributes of a great sports photographer
40:46: What's preferable: trigger happy photographers or more selective shooters?
43:42: What separates football from other sports?
45:00: There are two kinds of hocky pictures: Great and awful
46:40: Sports photography don'ts from the editor's desk—less is more
52:02: Tips for parents when photographing their kids' sporting events
56:08: Gear recommendations for the aspirational sports photographer
1:01:00: Fruth's new project about women in baseball.
1:04:00: Grassroots Baseball: Route …
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Harvey Stein Shares His Passion for the Street: The B&H Photography Podcast
28 juli 2022 · 1 uur 4 min
With a camera in his hand, Harvey Stein owns the streets, having spent the past 50 years capturing quintessential moments and making sensitive portraits of the people he meets there. In this two-part episode, he shares details about his photographic process while also conveying the wisdom he's acquired in publishing 10 books of photographs. Lees meer
We first caught up with Stein at the 2022 B&H OPTIC Conference in June, where he spoke about his newest book Coney Island People: 50 Years. He describes his interactive approach to street photography by traveling near and far in search of the human animal. Although he packs a Canon 5D for foreign locales where vibrant colors can be an important element, Stein is most at home with his Leica M4, a 21 mm lens, and a finder that lets him maintain visual contact with his subjects. We also learn about his Manhattan darkroom, and all the money he's saved by rolling his own film for all these years.
In addition to his substantial photography chops, Stein is also an expert in photo book publishing. To leave no stone unturned, we continue our conversation in the studio after a break. Stay to the end for insights about working with publishers, including pitfalls to avoid and tips for turning your own photo project into book form.
Guests: Harvey Stein
Photograph © Harvey Stein
Sponsored by Logitech Blue Yeti Mics
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Sapna Reddy and Matt Kloskowski: Creative Vision and Technical Mastery
21 juli 2022 · 42 min
Sapna Reddy and Matt Kloskowski have more in common than just colorful photos of birds in nature and soothing landscapes. In this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we investigate how their respective work lives have fueled the technical mastery that allows their creative vision to flourish. We spoke with them both as part of our continuing coverage of B&H's 2022 OPTIC Conference. Lees meer
We begin the show with Dr. Sapna Reddy, who balances a rigorous medical career in radiology with the creative freedom of time spent outdoors, capturing scenic landscapes. Reddy's medical work is limited to a strict analysis of grayscale image data, yet her colorful landscapes provide a healing influence from the world of hospitals. Listen in to learn how she follows the light based on what nature delivers—choosing extreme wide-angle lenses for scenes with powerful foregrounds that draw the viewer's eye and using longer focal length lenses for compositions that isolate elements. Reddy also tells of mastering the technical to allow the aesthetic step in, a process she freely shares with students during awe-inspiring photography workshops in destinations both near and far.
After a break, we shift the conversation to Sony Artisan Matt Kloskowski, whose passion for bird photography is central to his motto of "Embrace the Chaos." During our chat, Kloskowski emphasizes how technical knowledge of one's gear can minimize barriers between the eye and the subject. Along with an honest assessment about absorbing failure and challenging success rates, Kloskowski describes how the blazing frame rate of his Sony A1 and its bird eye autofocus help him achieve razor sharp bird pictures. Widely known as an Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, onOne type guy, Kloskowski also fills us in about the massive collection of online courses, YouTube tutorials, and Lightroom presets that fuels his career as a photo educator, and takes up 99 percent of his time and effort.
Please join us for these insightful co…
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Sally Davies Encore Episode: We Are Our Stuff
14 juli 2022 · 56 min
This episode of the B&H Photography Podcast was originally published on July 29, 2021. We revisit it today to mark the passing of the podcast torch from creative producer John Harris to Jill Waterman, a creative content writer for the B&H Explora blog, who appears as a guest with Davies. Harris will continue to be an avid listener to the show, and we hope he'll also grace us with his voice on occasion as a future guest. Lees meer
Photographer Sally Davies embodies a remarkable creative spirit, and we think that spirit also resides in the homes of the 72 New Yorkers she photographed for her colorful book of environmental portraits, appropriately titled, New Yorkers. If this spirit does not exist and Davies is not in tune with it, how could she have captured the essence of her subjects and their abodes so efficiently, in some cases in just minutes?
We answer that question and many others in this discussion about the making of her book. We are also joined by Jill Waterman who has been photographed by Davies, and has written about her work. Our conversation gets to the heart of Davies' fanciful project, and touches upon its themes of inclusiveness and of gentrification, but also digs into the process of photographing in cramped quarters with little time, and of the surprisingly difficult task of getting people not to smile for a portrait.
We talk about Davies' decision to eschew light stands for on-camera flash and to use a Sony mirrorless camera and Zeiss 18mm lens. We also talk about the importance of creative freedom and rejecting preconceived expectations. Davies photographed a wide range of New Yorkers for this series and did not refuse a single person suggested to her, but when it came to organizing a book, edits needed to be made, and we discuss this process, as well. Davies is well-known for her street photography, and we mention her projects on neighborhood storefronts and vintage cars, but this series of interior portraits is as "New York" as it comes. Join us for t…
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Night Photography That Lets Magic Ensue
7 juli 2022 · 53 min
On this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we continue our coverage of the 2022 OPTIC Conference with two highly invigorating segments about exploring the world after dark. Lees meer
Our first guest is Susan Magnano, who specializes in luminescent night painted portraits. Our chat is revealing on many levels, from the balance of careful orchestration and randomness inherent in her portraits to a mention of the OM Systems OM1 as Magnano's newest secret weapon. After delving into her playful yet powerful arsenal of lighting tools, we gain insight into her multifaceted career—from beginning at a local newspaper to her currently thriving wedding photography business, and her upcoming schedule of intensive photo workshops.
After a break, we welcome Sigma Ambassador Jack Fusco to discuss his unique blend of astrophotography with idyllic nocturnal landscapes. During our conversation, Fusco distinguishes astro work from deep sky photography, weighs the differences between DSLRs, the latest in mirrorless cameras, and even mobile phones such as Google's Pixel 6 Pro, (check out Fusco's Pixel 6 Pro photos here). In addition to elaborating on his favorite Sigma lenses for nocturnal imaging, Fusco provides insights about advanced accessories such as star trackers, all the while offering encouragement to anyone seeking to embark on a new adventure chasing the stars. Please join us for these otherworldly conversations about photography at night.
Guests: Susan Magnano and Jack Fusco
Photograph © Susan Magnano
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Macro Photography in Your Backyard and Garden
30 juni 2022 · 44 min
On this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast we return to the 2022 OPTIC Conference for two enjoyable and pragmatic segments about macro photography. While both photographers we speak with are well-rounded professionals, their not-so-secret joy is crawling around in gardens and woods, making beautiful close-up macro photographs of insects, plants, and the tiny wonders of nature. Lees meer
Our first guest is Chris McGinnis, who specializes in spider and insect photography and is an OM System Ambassador. Our chat with McGinnis is incredibly elucidating, not only about OM System lenses and cameras, but also about computational photography and his macro techniques with flash.
After a break, we welcome Sigma Ambassador Heather Larkin to discuss her macro work with flowers and to learn a bit about her specialty portrait work. Primarily, we discuss the wealth of macro subjects available in your own backyard and garden, but we also learn of the latest Sigma macro lenses and a few very specific tips for approaching your subjects and maintaining focus. Join us for these insightful conversations on macro photography.
Guests: Chris McGinnis and Heather Larkin
Photograph © Chris McGinnis
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Cinemagraph Portraits and the "Facing Life" Project
23 juni 2022 · 54 min
On this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we are pleased to welcome photographer and director Brandon Tauszik and journalist Pendarvis Harshaw to talk about their recently completed project, "Facing Life," an effective blend of form and content, whose principal image format is the cinemagraph and whose content speaks to one of our society's most pressing issues: prison reform. Lees meer
Our discussion takes on both aspects as we learn how cinemagraphs are produced and how Tauszik uses this process to create resonating portraits that blur the line between still and motion photography. We also come to understand the motivation for these two creators to address the changing landscape of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, and profile the joys and struggles of eight people recently released from life sentences. Our conversation brings together the technical and creative aspects of this imaging process, including Tauszik's thoughts on portraiture and the specific gear and techniques for making these hybrid images, as well as the issues of mass incarceration and "mass integration."
We also come to understand the working relationship between Tauszik and Harshaw—who is primarily an audio journalist and author—and how they met their subjects and developed their stories over several years. While this project may ultimately find its way into galleries or print form, it was devised as an online project and we see, in "Facing Life," eight stories that succinctly and compassionately blend form, content, and presentation to tell important contemporary stories.
Guests: Brandon Tauszik and Pendarvis Harshaw
Photograph © Brandon Tauszik
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https://www.facing.life/
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You Can't Fake Time – Camille Seaman at OPTIC 2022
16 juni 2022 · 39 min
On this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we are pleased to present a conversation with photographer Camille Seaman, and pleased to do so from the halls of the OPTIC 2022 Photo Conference, which we have certainly missed over the past two years. Lees meer
Seaman was a keynote speaker at the 2022 OPTIC Outdoor, Wildlife & Travel Photo/Video Conference, which is hosted by B&H and held from June 12-15, 2022, in New York City. Please check the above link to find an archive of the conference's presentations, but settle in now for an enjoyable and inspiring conversation with Seaman that we recorded in person after her keynote address.
Seaman's photographs have been published in National Geographic, Italian Geo, TIME, The New York Times Sunday Magazine, Newsweek, Outside, and American Photo, among many others. She frequently leads photographic workshops and is a TED Senior Fellow, Stanford Knight Fellow, and a Cinereach Filmmaker in Residence. It is her work photographing Earth's two poles that first captured our attention and her "portraits" of icebergs, specifically. She has published two books on the subject, including 2014's Melting Away: A Ten-Year Journey through Our Endangered Polar Regions. But her subjects also include extreme weather in the Midwest, the peoples of Tibet, and Native Americans.
Our talk was insightful, at times emotional, and her personal story is as inspiring as her photography. Join us for this wonderful chat, and in case you were wondering, the title for this week's podcast is from a quote by Seaman's mentor Steve McCurry, and holds much significance for her—as we discovered in the course of our conversation.
Guest: Camille Seaman
Photograph © Camille Seaman
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2022 OPTIC Conference Preview and Michael Kenna Encore Interview
9 juni 2022 · 1 uur 16 min
The 2022 OPTIC Outdoor, Photo/Video, Travel Imaging Conference or just "OPTIC 2022" is live and in-person again and we are excited to welcome the event's director, David Brommer, to the program. Brommer will give us a sense of the updated conference, which after two years online is now a fully hybrid in-person and online event. Of course, we at the B&H Photography Podcast look forward to being back at the live events and talking with the many photographers who speak and present their work. Lees meer
This year's OPTIC Conference runs from June 12–15, 2022, and includes presentations by Chester Higgins, Camille Seaman, Joe McNally, and many others. There are also opportunities to try the latest gear in specialized environments, expert-led panels, portfolio reviews, a sunset cruise, the OPTIC Challenge Print Competition, and OPTIC Signature Photo Walks sponsored by Lindblad Expeditions. Online participants can check the selection of available webinars.
After our brief chat with Brommer, we present a very important encore episode—important in the sense that it was our first recording at OPTIC, back in 2016, and because we interviewed three incredible photographers and really began to understand the potential of our podcast. Our guests were Michael Kenna and, in another segment, Paul Caponigro and his son John Paul Caponigro. Each of these photographers offer wonderful insights into their creative processes and to speak with father and son artists is always a treat. Join us for this enjoyable conversation and register for OPTIC 2022 here.
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Guest: David Brommer
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Drone Photography 2022, with Randy Scott Slavin
2 juni 2022 · 44 min
It's been a minute since we spoke about drones on the B&H Photography Podcast. The last time we did, it was about drones in news photography and before that, drone work in landscape photography. But today we welcome back to the show one of our earliest guests on the podcast, Randy Scott Slavin. Lees meer
Slavin is an aerial photographer and drone operator, as well as a motion director and still photographer. He started his company Yeah Drones in 2013, at the dawn of drone use in film and commercial work, and his clients include Showtime, Netflix, ESPN, Saturday Night Live, and CNN, among many others. Slavin's work crosses all genres from advertising to film, working with small teams and big crews, and he understands drone use from the photographer's perspective as well as a flyer, racer, and builder of drones.
With Slavin, we discuss his recent projects, his workflow, and how he decides which drone is best for each assignment. We also talk about drones and cameras for large professional shoots and those geared more for advanced amateurs. We discuss new technologies and the recent improvements made in navigation, cameras, and batteries and ask which manufacturers are competing with DJI in the drone marketplace. Join us for this informative conversation.
This episode is sponsored by Logitech for Creators, and their Blue Yeti USB Microphone.
Guest: Randy Scott Slavin
Photographs © Randy Scott Slavin
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Timeless: The Photography of Moshe and Eddie Brakha
26 mei 2022 · 38 min
Is artistic creativity passed down through generations of a family? How is style and wisdom garnered? How can a father and son collaborate to grow their work individually and as a team? These are just a few of the questions we posed to Moshe and Eddie Brakha, otherwise known as Brakha x2, during this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast. Lees meer
Moshe Brakha likes to say that he was "born in Israel and reborn in Hollywood," and both his early music and celebrity portraiture, as well as his later advertising and editorial work, sure have the vibe of Tinseltown. The elder Brakha built a thriving photography practice that includes not only portrait work but also high-profile advertising campaigns such as those for SKYY Vodka, Martini & Rossi, and Motorola. Eddie Brakha began collaborating with his father after graduating from film school and has expanded their work with new ad campaigns and fine-art series. They have also directed music videos, public service announcements, and "motion" campaigns for Dockers, Sharper Image, and others.
The style of the Brakhas' work is very distinctive, but individually and as a team, they continue to experiment and try new methods. As such, we discuss how to evolve creatively when your style is successful. We also learn about their working relationship, which talents each brings to the table, and how clients and subjects react to having them both on set. Finally, we talk about their incredible lighting schemes, Moshe's retrospective at the Grammy Museum, Eddie's film project, and always being prepared before you go on set. Join us for this enjoyable conversation.
Guests: Moshe Brakha and Eddie Brakha
Above Photograph © Eddie Brakha and Moshe Brakha aka Brakha x2
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Pioneering Photojournalist Catherine Leroy
19 mei 2022 · 1 uur 3 min
In 1966, a twenty-one-year-old French woman bought a one-way ticket to Vietnam, where the American military involvement was becoming a full-scale war. The young Catherine Leroy was an admirer of photographer Robert Capa and the "reportage" she grew up seeing in Paris MATCH magazine, but she had little photojournalism experience. Despite that, and despite her particularly small physical frame, Leroy began as a freelance "stringer," photographing the growing conflict in Vietnam. For the two years that she was working there, she was the only female photojournalist covering the war. Our guest on today's B&H Photography Podcast is author Mary Cronk Farrell, who recently published "Close-up on War: The Story of Pioneering Photojournalist Catherine Leroy in Vietnam." The book chronicles Leroy's time covering the Vietnam War and her evolution from an ambitious newbie to a respected conflict photographer with images appearing in LIFE, The New York Times, and her beloved Paris MATCH. Lees meer
With access to Leroy's personal letters, Mary Cronk Farrell not only details Leroy's time in Vietnam, she provides her young readers with an understanding of how the news photography business worked in that era, she mentions the 35mm Leica and Nikon gear Leroy used, and she shares insight into the war itself and the emotional and physical wounds it inflicted on her subject.
The late Catherine Leroy's photo career continued after Vietnam and she photographed conflict and news stories throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Her work is preserved and promoted by the non-profit Dotation Catherine Leroy (Catherine Leroy Fund), where interviews with her and many more of her images can be found. https://dotationcatherineleroy.org/en/
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Guest: Mary Cronk Farrell
Above Photograph © Dotation Catherine Leroy
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Polaroid History and Techniques for Creative Instant Film Photography
12 mei 2022 · 1 uur 9 min
This is a fun conversation, very informative, and gets the creative chemistries gellin'. Our guest on today's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast is Rhiannon Adam and if there is anyone who knows more about instant film photography, I don't want to meet them. She brings a wealth of researched knowledge about the history of the Polaroid company and also simple but effective techniques to improve your instant film photography practice, whether via FUJIFILM, Mint Camera, or Polaroid. Lees meer
Our conversation generally follows the framework of Adam's 2017 book "Polaroid: The Complete Guide to Experimental Instant Photography," which has been updated and republished in 2022 as a paperback version. The first part of the book (and our conversation) relates the story of the "Polaroid" camera and the inventions of its founder, Edwin H. Land, a.k.a. Dr. Land, which include polarizer sheeting. We learn of the race to market the various instant cameras and films until the SX-70 took the world by storm in the 1970s. We also learn of patent wars between Kodak and Polaroid, the ultimate demise of the Polaroid company and the rebirth of the brand through The Impossible Project, and eventually its return to selling camera and film products.
After a break, we talk more specifically about various instant films and cameras, both new and vintage, and we also highlight several of the many techniques detailed in Adam's book and methods to improve your instant photography. From emulsion lifting and manipulation to fingerpainting, scratching, and even microwaving instant film, we discuss creative instant film processes and some noted artists.
Guest: Rhiannon Adam
Above Photograph © Enrique Freaza
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"The Drowning" by Cornell Watson
5 mei 2022 · 55 min
In September 2017, we dedicated an episode to a conversation about one photograph—an image made by photographer Richard Drew, on September 11, 2001, in New York, which has come to be called "The Falling Man." It was an insightful recollection and analysis of an incredibly painful image, and on today's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we will again discuss one photograph to try to understand it better. Lees meer
The photograph is titled, "The Drowning," and it was taken in August of 2020 during another national crisis, albeit a very different one. Photographer Cornell Watson created the series "Behind the Mask," "… for the times we pretend to be strong when we are dying from the weight of racism."
Each image in the series is a carefully created and powerful allegory, but "The Drowning," for reasons we will discuss in the episode, has a quiet power that has not waned since we first saw it. To learn more about this photograph, we are fortunate to have Cornell Watson join us, as well as photographer, author, and educator Tara Pixley. With Watson we chat about his motivations, inspiration, and his collaborative process, camera, and lenses, and workflow on the day of the shoot. We consider the reception of the image and discuss the life of the entire series.
In addition to her work as a visual journalist, a college professor, and curator, Tara Pixley is also a board member of the National Press Photographers Association, a member of the WPPI Advisory Board, and a co-founder of Authority Collective. Pixley is the ideal voice to provide us with aesthetic insight into the strength and significance of "The Drowning," as well as the cultural and chronological contexts of why this image is an important artistic contribution from 2020 that echoes years of injustice and calls us to be more understanding and compassionate.
We'd also like to thank Cara Finnegan and Michael Shaw of "Reading the Pictures" for their contribution to this episode.
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Shifting Expectations -- Photojournalism after 2020
28 april 2022 · 1 uur 3 min
Our conversation on this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast is about the challenges that the practice of photojournalism faced during, and in the wake of, the monumental year, 2020. With the Coronavirus pandemic and the protests following the murder of George Floyd news photographers and editors were faced with situations few had ever experienced. To their credit, the institution as a whole, worked through it, adapted their workflows, and continued to produce honest journalism in the face of many dangers. Our guests to discuss this topic are Lauren Walsh and Danese Kenon. Author, Lauren Walsh is a past guest on our show and her recent book "Through the Lens: The Pandemic and Black Lives Matter" addresses the challenges for photojournalism brought by the Covid pandemic and the protests and politics of 2020. It is a wonderful collection of interviews with noted photojournalists and editors who worked through the events of that unprecedented year. Lees meer
Danese Kenon is the Managing Editor of Visuals at the "Philadelphia Inquirer" and has held many positions as both photojournalist and editor at publications such as "The Indianapolis Star", "The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette" and "Tampa Bay Times". Kenon, who is interviewed in Walsh's new book, lived the events we are considering and brings her first-hand perspective to our conversation.
With Walsh and Kenon we first discuss the procedures brought to photojournalism by the coronavirus, how photographers were able to safely cover this story and how editors supported that mission. We then address the new challenges brought by the large-scale Black Lives Matter marches and the dangers, not only of disease, but of clashes between protesters and police and violence directed directly at the media. We talk about simple workflow changes, such as how photographers got access to photography and protective gear, how a living room or even a car became a de facto newsroom, and how editors scheduled and safeguarded their photograph…
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Earth Day Encore Episode: The Ethics of Landscape Photography
21 april 2022 · 1 uur 17 min
(This episode of the B&H Photography Podcast was originally published on January 20, 2017.) Lees meer
We are living in a Golden Age of landscape photography. Digital cameras and improved software enable the kind of imaging that until recently was only possible via the budgets of large publications and the talents and ambitions of a few select photographers. Ambition and talent remain, and with enhanced dynamic range and color algorithms, higher sensitivity settings, simplified stitching and compositing software, and a network of websites to display work, impressive landscape photography is abundant; however, there are new masters and the skill set of current practitioners includes not only those of the photographer, but also of the savvy digital graphic artist.
With the ability to pull details from shadows, augment colors, and combine distinct files into a single image now easier than ever, we must ask—is it acceptable to represent nature without natural characteristics, to merge photos from different focal lengths into one image, or add a blazing sunset to a foreground taken hours or days apart? Can images composed in such a way even be defined as photography and does an ethos, akin to that in photojournalism, apply to nature photography?
These are some of the questions we pose to two incredible landscape photographers, Adam Burton and Ryan Dyar. We spoke with them separately, but prepared a similar set of questions, and asked them to walk us through their in-camera workflow and post-process techniques. We spoke about their approach to a scene, their use of "grad-filters" and plug-ins, acceptable degrees of enhancement, and strove to understand if there is indeed an ethics to landscape photography.
Guests: Ryan Dyar and Adam Burton
Photograph © Ryan Dyar
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Somewhere Between Love and Obsession - The Photography of Stanley Greenberg
14 april 2022 · 45 min
It has been a hope of ours for some time to speak with photographer Stanley Greenberg and, considering he's made three books in the past three years, there is a lot to talk about. Greenberg is known for his large-scale series on subjects like the New York City reservoir and water systems, on giant particle accelerators, telescopes, and dams. His recent projects, however, are an interesting blend of urban exploration and 19th-Century history. We speak briefly about his 2019 book, CODEX New York, and the typologies he identified walking the whole of Manhattan, but we concentrate our conversation on his work, Springs and Wells - Manhattan and the Bronx, and after a break, we discuss his latest book Olmsted Trees. Lees meer
Greenberg, who started his professional life working in city government, is a Guggenheim fellow and no stranger to prestigious grants and commissions. He's also no stranger to libraries and the research that informs his work. It was during a research visit to the New York Historical Society that he came across a book written and photographed primarily in the 1890s. The Springs and Wells of Manhattan and the Bronx (1938) is a survey made by James Reuel Smith, who located, described, and photographed hundreds of water sources throughout New York City, often traveling by bicycle. Greenberg commented: "My first response was that this had to have been done by a crazy person. [But] five minutes later, I knew I was going to map out all of his sites and photograph what was there now." And this is what he did, often also by bicycle. His 2021 book blends the work of Smith with his own contemporary photos from the same locations.
In the second half of the podcast, we discuss the project Olmsted Trees, which Greenberg photographed with a Hasselblad medium format digital camera after using Sony and Leica M cameras for CODEX and Springs and Wells and 4x5 film cameras in previous work. For this series, he photographed the oldest trees of the great public parks designed by…
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Photography and Loss of Sight, with Pete Eckert
7 april 2022 · 41 min
Artist Pete Eckert began to lose his sight at age twenty-seven. That's the time he began to study photography. In a few years, Eckert would be completely blind, but his photography practice continued, and numerous exhibitions and high-profile assignments later, he is still creating unique and personal images―and we are fortunate to welcome him to the B&H Photography Podcast. We start our conversation learning a bit about how Eckert lost his sight and then dive right into discussing the ways he learned photography, the modifications he made to his gear, including his Mamiya medium format camera, and the manner in which he works, whether in studio, streets, or nature. Eckert is clear that his photography is not meant to pass for or mimic photography by a sighted person but to create images that tell his story and communicate his perceptions. One glance at his long-exposure, impressionistic images should make that clear. Lees meer
After a break, we talk with Eckert about his commercial photography assignments, and we learn how he created work for Volkswagen, Swarovski, and Playboy magazine, and how he produces commercial assignments compared to his personal work. We also discuss the value of photography competitions, the groundbreaking "Sight Unseen" photography exhibit, and why Eckert's photography was featured on an episode of the television police drama NCIS. Join us for this fascinating conversation.
Guest: Pete Eckert
Above photograph © Pete Eckert
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Photography Accessories 101: The Basics
31 maart 2022 · 1 uur 11 min
Except for the new flagship Olympus OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mirrorless Camera, there haven't been a lot of big camera announcements thus far in 2022, so we thought for this episode of the B&H Photography Podcast we'd start an introductory conversation about photo accessories and the wide range of tools and toys available to improve your photography or just make it easier. Lees meer
Along with our guest, B&H Explora writer and photographer Todd Vorenkamp, we made an outline of the most important accessory categories, and we speak about the photo disciplines for which each are used and what is important to understand when purchasing these items for your specific photography practice. We discuss tripods and camera support, straps, bags, and gear protection, lens filters, lens adapters, remote controls, and more. Because this conversation is primarily concerned with outdoor and natural light photography, we don't get much into accessories for the studio, but we do touch on flash photography and light modifiers.
Thanks to the insights of Vorenkamp and our host, Allan Weitz, we also learn ways to avoid unnecessary or inferior accessories and even little hacks to make your accessories perform better. Join us for this informative episode.
Guest: Todd Vorenkamp
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Memory Cards and Storage for Digital Photography
24 maart 2022 · 53 min
With much thanks for a listener's suggestion, we invited Pete Isgrigg back to the B&H Photography Podcast for an incredibly informative conversation about memory cards, external hard drives, and other digital image storage solutions. Isgrigg, who previously joined us in 2019, is from the Channel Marketing team at Western Digital (WD), which is the parent company of SanDisk and G-Technology, all very well-recognized names in the digital storage field. Isgrigg brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation, and we start with simple terminology and the basics of SD cards, but then we discuss the latest memory card formats, capacities and speeds, and card readers, as well as best practices with memory cards in your photography practice. Lees meer
During the second half of the program, we focus on digital image storage and hard drives and we ask Isgrigg to explain SSD and HDD and the various interfaces and ports. We also get very practical advice on which devices are better for long-term storage and which for everyday use, and how best to keep your files secure and available. It's hard to imagine a more helpful conversation so thank you, Pete, and huge thanks to our listeners. Keep the suggestions coming!
Guest: Pete Isgrigg
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Conversation with Jay Maisel and Stephen Wilkes (Encore Episode)
18 maart 2022 · 1 uur 23 min
(This is an encore presentation of an episode first published in November, 2018.) Lees meer
When we finished recording this episode, Jay Maisel asked us which podcast episode was our favorite. It didn't take Allan a second to answer, "This one!" While we now have recorded more than three hundred, there is no doubt that this episode of the B&H Photography Podcast is very memorable. Once we turned the mics on, nobody wanted this conversation to end and, indeed, it runs longer than 80 minutes, but it is worth every minute. When listening to Jay Maisel and Stephen Wilkes talk, time doesn't fly—it soars.
The reason we have two such remarkable photographers and long-time associates on together is because Wilkes made a documentary about Maisel, called Jay Myself and with Maisel and Wilkes we discuss the making of the film and their personal and professional relationship that has lasted for 40 years.
At the heart of the film is Maisel's former residence and studio, the six-story, 30,000 square-foot Germania Bank building that he bought, in 1967, and sold in 2014 for a tidy profit. This massive space, almost as legendary as Maisel himself, must be emptied before Maisel is to move, and Wilkes was there to capture this undertaking. The movie touches upon themes of mentorship, mortality, visual creativity, and the changing face of New York City, but along with the remarkable space he created, the film focuses on the life, work, and legacy of Maisel himself. It is a loving tribute from one photographer to another, one friend to another.
Our conversation is filled with the type of creative insight and humor that these towering figures in contemporary photography can bring. Join us for this fascinating conversation.
Guests: Jay Maisel and Stephen Wilkes
Photograph © John Harris
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Macro Food Photography, with Christina Peters
10 maart 2022 · 1 uur 6 min
Our guest on this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast is food photographer Christina Peters, and we start with a discussion of Peters' macro food photography. We learn about her work with medium and large format systems, including FUJIFILM cameras. We also explore focus stacking, tilt-shift lenses, and when and why she might choose her Canon full-frame system over larger formats. Peters' work runs the gamut from large commercial jobs with major brands to editorial, portrait, and restaurant work, as well as the unique challenge of photographing pet food. Choice of lighting is also a topic we cover, and Peters offers practical advice for newbies considering a first lighting kit. Lees meer
In the second half of our conversation, we talk about The Food Photography Blog and The Food Photography Club, both founded by Peters and designed to "help foodies and photographers improve their photography and get higher-paying clients." We also acquire some perspective on Peters' professional trajectory and learn why she now prefers to work with smaller, healthy food clients, compared to the fast-food giants.
For our listeners, Peters has put together a resource page loaded with practical information and the link to her Recommended Gear Page on the B&H Photo website.
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Guest: Christina Peters
Above photograph © Christina Peters
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"Generosity of Persistence", with Amy Touchette and Larry Fink
3 maart 2022 · 1 uur
On this week's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast we talk to an old friend about a new book; two-time past guest Amy Touchette joins us to discuss her book of street portraits. She also brought a friend with her - none other than photographer, Larry Fink. Is it fair to call Fink a photo legend? We think so, and clearly the people at the Center for Creative Photography seem to think so, because they just acquired his complete archive of work including images from the 1950's to the present, from his acclaimed series "The Beats", "Social Graces", "The Vanities" and others. Lees meer
While this is a roundtable conversation, we start with a few questions about Touchette's book "Personal Ties: Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn", which she shot over the course of summer strolls through her New York neighborhood. We learn why she started photography in 2001, about her working process with a Rolleiflex twin lens reflex film camera, and why her personal interaction with her subjects/collaborators is paramount in her photography practice. We also talk about crowdsourcing, editorial collaboration, and why Fink wrote the foreword for Touchette's book.
Larry Fink's sixty years of photography work is well-recognized, but his harmonica playing, less so. We hope to remedy that with this episode, but while at it, we learn how he created an extensive archive of vintage prints and "hustled" to find a home for his life's work. We learn of his Mamiya medium format camera with bellows, his preferred photo paper, and mull on the difference between our two guest's aesthetic style. We also talk about an insider vs. outsider perspective, about the nature of portraiture, and the "revelatory excitement that defies the logic of what a frame could be".
Join us for this playful yet insightful conversation and have a look at this link for portraiture and WPPI related specials.
Guests: Amy Touchette and Larry Fink
Photograph © Amy Touchette
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ASMP-NY and the Future of Photo Trade Organizations
24 februari 2022 · 54 min
On today's episode of the B&H Photography Podcast we welcome two members of the New York chapter of the American Society of Media Photographs, otherwise known as the ASMP-NY and we discuss their evolving role as a trade organization for photographers, as well as a recent photography exhibition they sponsored. Lees meer
Our guests are Liam Alexander, President of the New York chapter of ASMP, and Harper Bella, ASMP-NY board member and co-curator of the exhibition "Uncovering the Laws of Perseverance".
From Alexander, we learn a bit about the history, structure, and benefits of the organization and discuss his initial reasons for joining. We also talk about the group's mentorship programs, photo law counsel, and recent initiatives to include a new generation of artists, whether that means reaching out to photographers from underrepresented communities or opening the organization's membership criteria to include "new media" makers, who don't necessarily operate within traditional media outlets.
In the second half of the show, we speak with Harper Bella about the impressive show she co-curated and how it was born from the anger and up-rise sparked by the George Floyd murder and then nurtured through difficult yet fruitful conversations with other ASMP-NY board members. We also learn about her curatorial process, the disparate photographers involved, and the varied artistic responses to the idea of protest, including healing as a form of resistance.
Join us for this interesting conversation and learn how this photography trade organization, founded in 1944, is listening to its community and adapting to the new media and cultural landscape.
Guests: Liam Alexander and Harper Bella
Photograph © Harper Bella
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In the Soup - Photographing Marine Plastic, with Mandy Barker
17 februari 2022 · 58 min
It's worth the time to see the work of photographer Mandy Barker before listening to this episode. Take a glance at the B&H Photography Podcast homepage or Barker's website to get a sense of the simple but imaginative images she creates; it will certainly enrich the experience of hearing her speak about photographing plastic garbage, which is what she has found to be her calling. Lees meer
Of course, we're being a bit facetious with that comment, but as we discover from our conversation with Barker, it really is the issue of marine plastic—the plastic waste that litters our oceans and beaches—that brought her to photography and continues to push her to create captivating images with the intention of bringing awareness to this increasingly severe problem.
The colorful and almost playful images she creates with marine plastic belie the tremendous damage this refuse is doing to ecosystems around the world, and in some cases, in the most remote of islands and coastal lands. And it is this ability to create likeable images that draws people to her work, as seen in National Geographic, The Guardian, and VOGUE, and in her books, including 2019's "Altered Ocean."
With Barker we speak about her transition from graphic design to photography, about sketchbooks and process, and about the relatively basic Canon gear she uses. We also learn about the value of working with scientists on intense overseas expeditions and the incredible stories of lost or discarded items that have traveled across the globe. Join us for this fascinating conversation.
Guest: Mandy Barker
Photograph © Mandy Barker