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Hit The Streets with Valerie Jardin

192 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 151 ratings

A Photography Podcast for the Urban Photographer

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Episodes

92: Before Winter with Olga Karlovac

June 21, 2018 10:30 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MB

Today my guest is Olga Karlovac. On this episode of Hit The Streets we discuss her unique style, projects, upcoming exhibit, etc.

91: DoSomethingForNothing NYC-Paris Gallery Exhibit with Joshua Coombes in Minneapolis

June 14, 2018 10:30 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Joshua Coombes is in the house! Take a listen as Josh joins me to talk about our #DoSomethingForNothing NYC-Paris photo exhibit at the Mpls Photo Center.

90: How I Fight Depression with Photography with Frank Meffert

June 07, 2018 10:30 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

In this episode, German photographer Frank Meffert discusses how street photography in helping him deal with his depression on a daily basis. This is an important story worth sharing.

89: Q&A and Photo Challenge

May 31, 2018 10:30 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

Welcome to a new Q&A and Photo Challenge episode. Guest co-host Chantal Mougel answer listener questions about adding a title to your photographs and doing research before hitting the streets of a new city. We announce the winners of the last photo challenge and announce a new one.

88: David Julian on Photographing in Unfamiliar Cultures

May 24, 2018 10:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

In this episode of hit The Streets, Valerie invited Seattle based photographer David Julian back on the show. You may remember our conversation on HTS 54 about photographing Burning Man. This week, David talks about ways to handle cultural barriers and avoid faux-pas when photographing the streets of the world. Enjoy!

87: Walter Rothwell on Documentary Photography, Street work, Competitions, Cats and More!

May 17, 2018 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB

This week I am pleased to share with you a conversation with UK based photographer Walter Rothwell. Enjoy our conversation as we talk about documentary photography, street work, competitions, cats and more...

86: Photo Faves with Fokko Muller

May 10, 2018 10:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

Today my guest is photographer Fokko Muller and he shares his 'photo faves' with us, enjoy!

85: A Passion for the Craft with Damien Lovegrove

May 03, 2018 10:30 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

This week on Hit The Streets, British photographer Damien Lovegrove shares his amazing journey from cameraman at the BBC to photographer and educator. I truly enjoyed this conversation and Damien's drive and passion for the craft, and I am confident that you will listen to it more than once.

84: Q&A and Photo Challenge

April 26, 2018 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

This week my guest co-host is Ugo Cei. We answer questions about ways to remain inconspicuous on the streets and focal lengths. We announce the winners of the last photo challenge and announce a new one and much, much more!

83: Case Study 3: Preparing your Files for Printing

April 19, 2018 06:46 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

This week is a new Case Study episode. Alison Tinson submitted the case via email a few weeks ago about preparing her files to send them to the printer. I asked our good friends at WHCC to help us solve some of the mysteries of printing. Jed Taufer volunteered to take part in the conversation and answer our questions from sRGB color space to color calibration, from print size to paper selection... Take a listen and I think you will be less intimidated next time you send your files to the pri...

82: The Inspiration Photo Scrapbook with Patrick La Roque

April 12, 2018 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

This week I'm having a conversation with my friend Patrick a Roque from Montreal, Canada. We talk about inspiration, visual memory, medium format, snow and more...

81: Today's Special with Jeff Rothstein

April 05, 2018 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

This week, my guest is Jeff Rothstein. Jeff has been photographing NYC for nearly 50 years. He’s witnessed and photographed many key historical and political events and the ever changing city scapes. But most of all, he recorded moments of everyday life which are, in my opinion, what makes street photography so important and valuable.

80: Promenade Moments with Pia Parolin

March 29, 2018 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

My guest today is Pia Parolin, she was on the French Riviera, on the evening of 14 July 2016, a truck was deliberately driven into crowds of people celebrating Bastille Day on the Promenade des Anglais in Nice. The horrible event resulted in the deaths of 86 people and the injury of over 450 others. Although she would never look at the famous promenade the same again, she decided to document happier days again and started a series called Promenade Moments.

79: Q&A and Photo challenge

March 22, 2018 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

Today is a new Q&A and photo challenge episode and I invited Andy McSweeney AKA Andy McPhoto to co-host with me. We answer questions about gear theft prevention and the problem of wearing glasses and looking through the view finder. We also announce the winners of the last photo challenge and announce a new one.

78: The Wool Sock Project

March 15, 2018 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

Mikey Huff  is a photographer and founder of ‘The Wool Sock Project’ based in Anchorage, Alaska. Mikey began distributing care packages to those living on the streets across Alaska, which included a pair of wool socks to help combat the freezing temperatures. Mikey exchanged these for a conversation, documenting these moments through portrait images. Mikey's career path is carved by his curiosity for humans, he believes the best way to improve the world around you is to use your strengths to...

77: Case Study 2: Finding Balance

March 08, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MB

This is a new case study episode. We are talking about balancing a full time career with an emerging photography career. With guest podcast listener Mike Branch and guest co-host Steve Brokaw.

76: Dancers in the City with Omar Z Robles

March 01, 2018 10:30 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

This week I invited Omar Z Robles on the show. I had the chance to meet him a couple of times and co-host a photo walk with him in NYC in 2016. You’ve all seen his work with dancers. Today I invite you to get to know the man behind the lens and learn about the passion that fuels his creativity.

75: 28 Minutes with Valerie

February 22, 2018 11:30 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

This is a monologue episode as I have quite a few announcements this week regarding a new call for entry and a webinar series. I also answer a listener question about anxiety on the streets. Enjoy!

74: 24HourProject with Renzo Grande

February 15, 2018 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

This week on Hit The Streets I talk with the founder of the 24 Hour Project, Renzo Grande. Find out all there is to know about this fun project and how you can get involved this year!

73: Q&A and Photo Challenge

February 08, 2018 11:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

This week, my guest co-host is German photographer Kai Behrmann. Together we answer questions about consistency in producing photo series and useful steps you can take to improve your photography today. 

72: He's Baaack! Gordon Laing Answers Your Gear Questions

February 01, 2018 10:30 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

It's a yearly tradition! I invited gear guru and all around awesome guy, Gordon Laing, back on the show to answer your gear and technical questions.

71: The Veterans Portrait Project with Stacy Pearsall

January 25, 2018 05:30 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

My guest today became an air force photographer at the age of 17 and became one of the few women combat photographers. After being wounded, she retired from the military and is now devoting her time and energy on a very special project called the Veterans Portrait Project. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Stacy Pearsall.

70: Case Study 1: I'm Dead, Now What?

January 18, 2018 05:30 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

In this new regular 'Case Studies' segment of Hit The Streets, I invite listeners on the show to discuss a specific topic that they are concerned about and can benefit the photography community at large. Today my guest is Dennis Linden, who recently survived a massive heart attack. The event prompted him to start organizing his photographs in order to leave a legacy for his children and generations to come. Alhough not the most joyful topic, this is an important one and we discuss different ...

69: Paris: The Early Years with Peter Turnley

January 11, 2018 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

In this conversation episode of Hit The Streets, I invited Peter Turnley to talk about his early years as a photographer. We learn about his move to Paris, the people who changed his life and his early assignments.

68: Q&A and Photo Challenge

January 04, 2018 10:30 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

This week on Hit The Streets my guest co-host is photographer Paul Vincent. Together we answer questions regarding the historical value of street photography and how to find inspiration in your home town. We also give the name of the winner of the last street challenge and announce a new one.

67: Wishing You A Creative 2018

December 28, 2017 10:30 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

For the last episode of 2017 I invited my good friend Karen Hutton back on the show. We chat about the 2017 and make plans for 2018. Wishing you all a creative 2018!

66: MyHotelCarpet with Bill Young

December 20, 2017 17:49 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

My guest today is photographer Bill Young. He tells us how is Instagram account went viral overnight from a simple tweet from his daughter... Enjoy!

65: About Image Theft with Joelle Verbrugge

December 14, 2017 10:30 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MB

This week I talk about image theft with lawyer, photographer and author Joelle Verbrugge. She gives us simple tips of what to do and what not to do if you see one of your images used without authorization.

64: 27 Minutes with Valerie

December 07, 2017 10:30 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

A little house keeping related to the podcast and other photographic news this week. I also answer two listener questions in a monologue episode. New eBook:  #DoSomethingForNothing NYC with Joshua Coombes Fundraiser to help support Josh and his project. Any donation welcome! New Valerie Jardin Limited Edition Streetomatic Camera Bag by Cosyspeed: US & Canada orders: Click here  EU and rest of the world: Click here Paris in March: Click here Tshirt store: Click here

63: Q&A and Photo Challenge

November 30, 2017 10:30 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

This week is a new Q&A and Photo challenge episode and I invited the founder of CosySpeed and the acclaimed Camslinger camera bag Thomas Ludwig to co-host with me. We talk about a new  'Valerie Jardin' limited edition camera that is released this week in support of Joshua Coombes and #DoSomethingForNothing. My guest and I also answer listener questions and announce the winners of the last photo challenge.

62: Photo Faves with Scott Wyden Kivowitz

November 23, 2017 10:30 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

This week is new Photo Faves segment with guest Scott Wyden Kivowitz. He shares his favorite photo books, gear, accessories, etc. 

61: A Candid Conversation with Ibarionex Perello

November 16, 2017 10:30 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

This week my guest is photographer, author and podcaster Ibarionex Perello. I hope you enjoy this conversation.

60: Travel Hacks With The Thrifty Traveler

November 09, 2017 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

This week, Jared Kamrowski, founder of The Thrifty Traveler, is on the show shares tips to make your dream trip come true just a little faster and much more. Enjoy!

59: Dumb Things Photographers Do with Guest Host Bjorn Moerman

November 02, 2017 09:30 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

This week my good friend Bjorn Moerman and I share a few dumb things we've done with our cameras. And also share some of the audience's mistakes.

58: Q&A and Photo Challenge

October 26, 2017 09:30 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

This week on Hit The Streets, guest co-host Jens Krauer and I answer listener questions about personal projects and spot metering. We also give the names of the winners of the last challenge and announce the new one.

57: Introducing Valerie Jardin's Hit The Streets Worldwide Photowalks

October 19, 2017 09:30 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

We just launched Valerie Jardin's Hit The Streets Worldwide Photowalks so it's a great time to have two members of the global admin team on the show to talk about it. Ryan Katsanes and Ruven Gotz join me this week to talk about this new adventure!

56: Street Photography: Creative Vision Behind The Lens With Valerie Jardin

October 12, 2017 09:30 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

In this episode of Hit The Streets, the tables are turned and Valerie is the guest on Alec's show! She talks about her new book, Street Photography - Creative Vision Behind the Lens and answers when, why and how the project became a reality. 

55: Photo Faves with Ugo Cei

October 05, 2017 09:30 - 36 minutes - 24.7 MB

In this new Photo Faves segment, Italian photographer Ugo Cei tells us about his favorite gear, accessories, books, etc.

54: Photographing Burning Man with David Julian

September 28, 2017 09:30 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

This week Seattle based photographer David Julian talks about the experience of photographing Burning Man.

53: Q&A and Photo Challenge

September 21, 2017 09:30 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

This week is a new Q&A and Photo Challenge episode. My guest co-host, Mel Rolleri and I answer listener questions, give the names of the winners of the last challenge and announce a new one!

52: Do Something For Nothing in NYC with Joshua Coombes

September 14, 2017 09:30 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

Thanks to Fujifilm North America I just had the great pleasure to spend a few days documenting the work of Joshua Coombes, the founder of #DoSomethingForNothing, on the streets of New York City. It was an incredible experience and definitely the most important photographs I've ever taken. 

51: My Shot List with Ralph Velasco

September 07, 2017 09:30 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

My guest this week is Ralph Velasco, founder of PhotoEnrichment Adventures, as well as a travel photography instructor, author and international guide.

50: Photographing the Charlottesville Protests with Alec Hosterman

August 31, 2017 09:30 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MB

My guest today is Alec Hosterman. Alec was in Charlottesville during the recent deadly attack. He was there on a self assignment to practice his photo documentary skills. Today he gives us an account of his experience.

49: An Interview with Matt Day

August 24, 2017 09:30 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MB

This week my good friend Steve Brokaw is sitting in for me and interviews photographer and YouTuber Matt Day. Enjoy!

48: Q&A and Photo Challenge

August 17, 2017 09:30 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

This week on Hit The Streets my good friend Karen Hutton is back and together we answer listener questions about rituals to get in the zone, why our obsession with photography, socks and more!

47: Photo Faves with Craig Whitehead

August 10, 2017 09:30 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

Today is a new Photo Faves segment and I asked Craig Whitehead, aka @SixStreetUnder to come on the show and share his favorite subjects, locations, gear, photography book, etc. 

46: Through Our Eyes Project

August 03, 2017 09:30 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

The Through Our Eyes project puts cameras in the hands of the homeless and asks them to photograph their lives.

45: 27 Minutes with Valerie

July 27, 2017 09:30 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

This week Valerie does a little housekeeping on the show, talks about the Hit The Streets World Wide Photo Walks, her upcoming books before answering a few listener questions. 

44: Turning a Negative into a Positive with Jimmy Lee

July 20, 2017 11:15 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

After losing his job, Jimmy Lee decided to start making a difference in his community by using his camera as an effort to ‘do something for nothing’. Things led to another and a couple of exhibits and a few clients later, he is determined to make this photography gig his full time job!

43: Urban Photo Race with Maurice Vliegen

July 13, 2017 09:30 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

This week, Dutch photographer Maurice Vliegen tells us about his experience participating in The Urban Photo Race.

Guests

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