Black and White Photography

Black and white photography: what magazines I read to become photo inspired.

Stasia Schmidt, An Up and Coming Canadian Photographer

www.stasiaschmidt.com

The hard part of downsizing your photography equipment. The emotional attachment cannot be overstated

A recent move to consolidate two homes, has resulted in the need to sell a lot of photographic equipment, many of it duplicates between the two homes. I thought this was be easy, it wasn't.

A tribute to George DeWolfe: photographic lecturer, teacher, and artist.

I'll miss Harry and all those Harry's that helped us in photography.

Sony and Camera Pics take on AI generated images for authenticity

This is a very interesting new development.

Steve Dell, noted lecturer and workshop presenter talks about travel photography and what do you need to be successful

Here is Steve Dell on travel photography.

Black-and-white photography's master series; Andrew Hoff

Let's take a look at some great street photography.

Black and white photography master series: Stefan Baeurle

Today we will have a chance to look at some beautiful sea scapes

Black and White Master Series: Rosemary H. Williams

A continuation of the series.

Here's an Idea: Did I shoot enough?

Do I need more images?

"Masters of photography series" featuring Dr. Robert Anderson

Dr. Robert Anderson talks about his images in this continuing series.

"Master of photography series" Dean Forbes

Dean Forbes joins us today to view some of his photographs that I believe are in the Walker Evans style.

Master of Photography Series: Jerry Shonkwiler

We discuss the black and white images of Jerry Shonkwiler

How can doing videos compliment and help in the design of your next photo project.

Hmmm.. video can help.

The idea segment; should you do your photography work for free?

After many years, I try to avoid doing photography work for free, and here's why.

From the idea segment; some thoughts on selling your photographs.

A lot of photographers, start taking photographs because they think they can easily sell them. However, I give you some thoughts about some of the obstacles you will need to overcome. Selling photographs it's not easy, and it requires some thought and perseverance.

John Diephouse and I discuss his photographs and how he arrived at his images

John Diephouse has 40 years of experience in photography. In addition, one of these images you are about to listen to was howling at the Michigan governor's mansion in Lansing,Michigan. John is an accomplished photographer and I'm sure you will enjoy listening to this discussion. Also, you can follow the YouTube video which shows his work. https://www.instagram.com/jhdiephouse/ you tube video: https://youtu.be/c36llMXt-n8  

I have an idea: is it OK to copy a photographic idea?

In the latest of the I have an idea podcast I talk about copying a photographic idea you may have seen elsewhere.

I have an idea series: workshops, what type or best for me.

This is a short podcast, on the type of workshops I chose when I wanted to learn something new about photography. I never really chased the location workshops, and here's why.

It's tough, as a photographer to keep those creative juices flowing, here's an idea.

I recently ran across an idea, that's probably not unique, but you need to me. Combining a couple of different thoughts I came across an idea for a new project during the summer. It help me get out of my photographic despair.

Do I really want to make the commitment to shoot in black and white?

A short discussion on whether or not I should commit to shooting in black-and-white photography. It's not about giving up color photography, but rather trying to decide if the frustration is worth the effort. Listen into my thoughts.

Why do some photographers quit?

So why do photographers quit , here are my thoughts.

An interview with author/photographer Marc Silber: He has a new book out see below

Marc Silber is an accomplished photo educator, photographer, and more importantly author of a new book: See links below — we have a preorder bonus for his Create book  https://www.silberstudios.com/pre-order-bonus-for-create/ get the book directly from AMZ here  https://amzn.to/3VuU1UY We caught up with Mark in Florida in his hotel room while he was traveling and working.

Can we ever achieve minimalism in our creative photography?

Is minalism in photography dead? Or do we always need more equipment?

Publishing a book on the Palouse

I talked to photographers Lynn Weyand and John Trotter about their recent book on the Palouse in the state of Washington. It's a fabulous book and it can be found on Blurb. Look under John Trotter's name or Lynn's name. Please join this fascinating conversation.

Let's talk about why I use the Alan Gordon viewfinder for photos and video

This is a podcast about a viewfinder that I use to help compose my videos and photographs. It comes in very handy a little bit more expensive than I like [but don't buy the cheaper ones on Amazon] hopefully you will get some useful information out of this podcast.

Do we ever really look at someone else's photography?

Recently, I brought a book to a group gathering of photographers. How they looked at the book, and what topics came up after that was rather interesting. I had asked myself, did they really care, or are we just living in our own world that includes a lot of post editing.

French Photographer Rebecca Rubcke Exhibition in Paris

Rebecca Rubcke's exhibition is beautiful and inspiring. www.rebeccarubcke.com https://estampesmartinez.com            

A photography epiphany; why I've given up printing

Many of us who have been in photography a long time have printed our images. We did this either via the darkroom or within the last 10 years by our computer. I decided to give up on printing and begin to focus on other ways to present my work. It's been an evolution, and sometimes a revolution but I am now moving on.

An interview with photographer Elizabeth Clark Libert on her new book

This is a fascinating interview with Elizabeth Clark Libert on her forthcoming book. Elizabeth describes in detail why this project was important to her and how she sought out a publisher for her book.   The book is about her two young sons. It is told by a photographs by an impassioned mother.  https://www.elizabethclarklibert.com

A conversation with Marc Silber best selling photography author

www.advancingyourphotography.com  

Are composites real photographs?

Well I give you a couple of thoughts that I have on whether composites should be identified as such and even included in your local camera competition.

Serendipity in Farmington New Mexico

Come along with me on a serendipity trip to  Farmington New Mexico and explore some new possibilities if you're out that way.

Nicole Jean Hill talks about her new book

Nicole Jean Hill worked as a Co- curator to publish the photographs of Lora Webb Nichols. Nichols lived from 1883 to 1962 in a small mining town called E this is a draftncampment Wyoming. Nicole sorted through over 24,000 negatives to help produce this book. It's a phenomenal example of life in a small mining town around the turn-of-the-century. https://www.nicolejeanhill.com/lorawebbnichols You can find the book at the following web address; it's also on YouTube

An interview with Curt Pradelt, well known landscape photographer

Curt will discuss his techniques for landscape photography. He does both color and black-and-white. You can find the YouTube video here; https://youtu.be/0lEYELZtxPE   You can find Curt's website here; https://curtpradeltphotography.smugmug.com

An interview with Gerard Exupery New York street photographer

In this interview with Gerard we get fascinating insight into street photography in New York City. Gerard also talks about his book subway [shot in the New York subway system] and his forthcoming book women hold up half the sky. I think you'll enjoy this interview. www.gerardexupery.com you tube interview at:              https://youtu.be/-udXsv8ULhQ           

Melanie McWhorter Photo Book Publishing Consultant Interview

On this podcast we will be interviewing Melanie McWhorter on what it takes to get a photo book published. Melanie is well known within the industry and she gives some helpful advice. melaniemcwhorter.com

Monument camera a film photographers dream

This is an interview with Lee Walker owner of monument camera in Tucson Arizona. Monument camera specializes in all formats of film photography. They have a wide array of paper and chemicals, including used film equipment. www.monumentcam.com

I'm moving from printing to a new media

Is printing the only and best way too get your images shown, I think not!   Dan Milnor https://youtu.be/YfcmH_O53Uo

I am a photo workshop...... dropout

Well I dropped out of a photo workshop and I've given some thought to workshops in general, and  what you need to think about before signing up.

John Dickson on infrared photography. Episode two

This is episode two of the black and white photography podcast. John Dickson has been doing infrared photography for the past five years. We go through his workflow, and take a look at some of his beautiful images. You can also find the vlog/cast on the YouTube link below. I have also included John's website. www.dicksonphoto.com      John Dickson Website www.lifepixel.com   Conversion to infrared https://youtu.be/BNIejr5aUYM   Youtube tutorial  

Infrared Photography Tutorial (also see YouTube link below)

A short tutorial on how to get started in black and white photography. Youtube below  https://youtu.be/FwschRS-yIE

Accomplished Photographer JamesCapo (wildlife and landscape)

James Capo talks about his photography. You can also follow on  youtube video. He's got some great images! https://youtu.be/LqZRR5EZJqA  

Long projects, short projects, what's the best

As many of you know, I am an advocate of doing projects for photography. One-off images just don't excite me. Consequently, I've been listening to a few YouTube commentators [Dan Milnor, Brooks Jensen] and give you my thoughts on what approach might be best.   I suggest you follow Dan Milnor on YouTube he is extremely good and very accomplished and experienced. I have learned a lot. Also, Brooks Jensen can be found online also and he is  also very good.

Projects, Lomg

Why photography projects are difficult to do.

A short discussion as to why photography projects are difficult and why most people avoid them and focus on single images.

Thinking about moving your feet

Good photography means moving your feet

Negative Supply Interview with co-founder AJ Holmes

This is an interview with AJ Holmes to discuss their products to help you digitize your film. you can find them at www.negative.supply.com you can find the youtube video at https://youtu.be/L4qm0DZ-YNw  

Black-and-white film development, thoughts on using a lab or doing it yourself.

These are some preliminary thoughts about using a lab to develop your film or doing it on your own. I'll have another podcast in the near future discussing more information and providing you with ideas as to whether to develop your own film or not.