Photo-Op
140 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -Artist and Techie give their opinions on all things Photo.
Ben Lucas is a professional photographer and Stuart Marlantes is a Professional jack-of-all-trades, and together they discuss everything you wanted to know about cameras, video, and all things photography.
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Episodes
What Rappers, Toshiba, and Fascism have in common
March 22, 2022 13:04 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBThis week in photo news, a certain celebrity is being sued for posting a photo they didn't license. But does their likeness in the photo mean they own it? Did you know you can watch this show on YouTube? Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week in Photo News
March 16, 2022 06:07 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MBWe discuss recent events in photo news, including discontinued gear, contaminated drives, and the most complained about cameras. Did you know you can watch this show on YouTube? Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Must-Have's for your home studio
March 01, 2022 21:42 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBWhen setting up a home studio, yes, you need a camera, lenses, etc. But what are the things that make a good studio? What things aren't you thinking about? We talk about sandbags, clamps, organization, sound treatment, and more! Did you know you can watch this show on YouTube? Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Questions to ask of every portfolio image
February 12, 2022 09:07 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBIf you're putting together a new portfolio, what should it look like? How do you look at your images and actually choose the best ones? Avoiding GAS: https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/episodes/09-avoiding-gas Did you know you can watch this show on YouTube? Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After two years of COVID, how has photography changed?
February 08, 2022 14:28 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBAfter two full years of a worldwide pandemic, how has the landscape changed for photographers? Are there jobs? What do they look like now? Did you know you can watch this show on YouTube? Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
But Why? Ben Edition
January 18, 2022 03:44 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBIn this Part 2 of our Season 2 opener, Stuart interviews Ben! Learn about shooting products and weddings, and what it takes to manage clients effectively. Did you know you can watch this show on YouTube? We have a brand new set kicking off Season 2! Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
But Why? Plus... Stuart leaves the gray void!
January 18, 2022 03:27 - 37 minutes - 39.4 MBPart 1 of the new season opener, we deep dive into WHY we do what we do. Ben interviews Stuart and we learn about video, diving, and sticking to the plan when everything goes wrong. Did you know you can watch this show on YouTube? We have a brand new set kicking off Season 2! Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Mirrorless Future
January 10, 2022 23:10 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBBig news from Canon on the mirrorless front, bringing up questions about the direction of the industry. We share our perspectives on the past, present, and future of DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Will we go all-in on the latter in the future? Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
BONUS: Our plans for 2022
December 28, 2021 14:30 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBBONUS episode! What do we have planned next year? Listen and find out! Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Year-End Photoshop Q&A!
November 29, 2021 14:37 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBAll of your questions this week were about Photoshop, so here we go! We cover layer organization, optimizing for streaming, pitfalls beginners make, and more. Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to ask for money without looking like an ass
November 22, 2021 14:35 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBAnother listener question! "How do I ask for money without looking like an ass?" How to navigate people who want stuff for free, raising your prices, and make people feel great about it. Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I lost my data... twice!
November 15, 2021 14:33 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBGreg asked, we answered! What do you do when our backup solutions are too expensive and you don't want to lose data? Get a free month of Backblaze: https://secure.backblaze.com/r/013adg Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
75th Hunger Games (of Photography)
November 08, 2021 19:49 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBIn a very special 75th episode, we take 16 wonderful photography related things, and pit them against each other to see which one we think is the best thing. Who will win? Perhaps a 10 stop ND filter or maybe having full creative control over a client project? Listen to find out! Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What can you learn by staring at a blank wall? And other camera tech!
November 02, 2021 02:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBWe talk about the fascinating advancement in camera technology. Researchers at MIT can point a camera at a blank wall, and tell how many people are in that room and what they're doing! http://wallcamera.csail.mit.edu Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Worst. Advice. Ever.
October 26, 2021 21:27 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBWhat's the worst advice you ever received? Well here's our top 3 (each, so top 6?) BONUS: We answer a question from a Patreon supporter. Enjoy the show? Join us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/NOMcreative Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
DIY or No?
October 18, 2021 13:42 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBWhen should you consider doing a DIY project vs just "buying the thing"? We discuss what we would, or wouldn't DIY, like storage solutions, computer gear, light riggings, and audio treatments. TLDW: Sometimes, the thing doesn't exist or needs to be incredibly specific to a need. Maybe you have more time than money. DIY! If a good quality thing DOES exist, and you have more money than time, stop and just buy the thing! Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
How do you measure experience?
October 11, 2021 13:32 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBWhether you have 1 year of experience or 10, does it matter? Do years of experience directly correlate to quality of work? If not, how should we think about it instead? Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Giving Clients Proofs and RAWs
October 05, 2021 18:32 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBWe answer your questions! How do you give a client proofs they can't use or download? (Remember if you make it too hard, they'll just take a screenshot and do it anyway.) Plus a surprise question from one of our hosts himself! Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Should you use "My Name Photography"?
September 27, 2021 13:07 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBNaming a business is difficult, and no less so in photography. Alongside social media we have seen a dramatic increase in "My Name Photography" pages, as it is by far the default naming convention for new photography businesses. But is this the right way to go? Is it better to stick to the established tradition or do you risk getting lost in the crowd? Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is this Gear "Professional"?
September 20, 2021 19:06 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBWhat makes a piece of photography gear truly professional? Is it the price? The brand? The features? Or something else entirely? We give you all the answers in this week's episode! Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Worst things I have bought as a Photographer
September 06, 2021 22:28 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBI'm sure you've never regretted buying something, right? Right? As a photographer over the years, there has been plenty of stupid things I thought "yeah, this is a good investment"... and then it wasn't. Here's our top dumb things we wasted money on. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Advice from Nigeria
August 30, 2021 23:44 - 22 minutes - 21 MBA friend got a (legit) email from Nigeria, asking for business advice, so we thought we'd pitch in our two cents! Here's the top nuggets of wisdom on how to get started in business when all you have is a camera and a kit lens. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
"No Officer, I'm not a Professional"
August 23, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBWhen a sign says "no flash photography", that's easy enough to understand and obey the rules. But what do places mean when they say "no professional photography" and what makes you a professional? When do you take the easy out and when are you giving photographers a bad name? When I'm shooting a snapshot of my wife on vacation, am I considered a professional? Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fantastic Cameras and Where to Use Them
August 16, 2021 21:01 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBWe own a lot of cameras, maybe too many cameras. But why? What are all our cameras used for? Do we use different cameras for work and pleasure? Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8 Stupid Things Photographers Say
August 09, 2021 16:25 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MBPhotographers say a lot of stupid things, but we found a list of some of the most egregious examples. Are they all truly stupid, or are some valid? Listen and find out! Fulltime vs Professional Natural Light Photographers Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
All about Culling
August 02, 2021 13:34 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBSorting through photos and videos to decide what to keep is difficult and can be incredibly time-consuming. We share our tips to make culling as painless as possible. Back Up your photos: https://secure.backblaze.com/r/013adg Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Average Wedding Camera is Used for 20 Seconds
July 27, 2021 01:06 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBIt's said the average drill is only used for 13minutes. If you do the math, camera gear is often used for an incredibly short period of time. So that begs the question: Should you buy something you use so briefly? Or is it better to rent? Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Personal Project Update
July 20, 2021 02:38 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBLast week was photo industry news, this week is personal news! Curious what we're both working on right now? Find out in this episode! Check out Galactic Pinups for Ben's Kickstarter! Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to Do Kickstarter Wrong
June 21, 2021 13:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBFor every good Kickstarter there are many, many bad ones. We talk about Kickstarters we've run, worked on, backed, or totally avoided and guide you on the path to success. TL;DR: Don't be a creep, be honest, and don't neglect your audio. Check out Galactic Pinups for Ben's Kickstarter! Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How we shot Warhammer Minis
June 14, 2021 13:30 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn a special episode of the podcast, we break down a how we made a certain video shot, using the Laowa Probe Lens and some Warhammer Minis, including set design, lighting, and camera movement. For full context, watch the first minute and a half of this same episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4mrTv0-RJbE There you can see the clip we'll spend the next half hour discussing and dissecting. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acas...
Intro to Lighting Gear
June 07, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBFollowing up on our last episode on natural light photographers, we bring you the Available Light Photographer, where sunlight is just another tool in your kit. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Natural Light Photographers
May 31, 2021 13:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBThis week we tackle photographers that only shoot with natural light. It's true that limitations often breed creative solutions, but how far should you go when it comes to light? Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How do you print your photos?
May 17, 2021 20:49 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBDo you print your photos? We talk about home vs professional printing, what print providers to use, what material to print on, and how to prep your photo files for best results. Bay Photo: https://bayphoto.com White House Custom Color: https://www.whcc.com Costco: https://www.costcophotocenter.com MPix: https://www.mpix.com Printique: https://www.printique.com Black River Imaging: https://www.blackriverimaging.com Millers: https://www.millerslab.com Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Mar...
Virtual Photography in Video Games
May 10, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBCan you create artistic photos without a camera? What about when you're playing a video game? Virtual photography, or video game photography, isn't new, but with the release of Pokemon Snap, now is as good a time as any to delve into the artistic merits of video game photo modes, in game cameras, and how photography plays as a game mechanic. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
One Year Special - Podcasting How-To
May 03, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBPhoto-Op is a year old! We've learned quite a few things in the past 52 episodes of producing the show and we share it all with you so that you can start your own podcast too! 0:00 Intro 3:52 Researching, Branding, and Recording 27:42 Keming Matters 31:02 Podcast Hosting 34:30 Starting Gear 35:54 Mid-level Gear 36:17 High End Gear 41:46 Video Gear 53:02 Not doing video? Welcome back! A few of the things we referenced: Creative Live Class Acast Anchor OBS Jitsi Meet OBS Ninj...
Pet Photography
April 27, 2021 00:02 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBPhoto shoots of people is hard enough, but what about when your subject isn't human? We share the best tips for getting awesome photos of your four-legged clients, covering gear, backdrops, animal handling, and more! Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How long is a Photoshoot?
April 19, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBHow long is a photoshoot? Well, it depends on the shoot! We talk about a wide variety of photo genres, and how long you can expect to spend shooting each subject. We cover celebrity, corporate, TFP, editorial, landscape, real estate, product, food, wedding, and family photography. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Photo-Op Trailer (Unsplash)
April 12, 2021 18:03 - 1 minute - 1.11 MB(Podcast Trailer) Two guys talk about all things photo and video. Watch the Full Episode: https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/049-is-this-the-death-of-unsplash Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes Questions or ideas for future podcasts? Email us! https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is this the DEATH of Unsplash?
April 12, 2021 17:51 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBRecent photography news: Getty acquired Unsplash. Ooh, now I get to read a clickbait headline! Is this the DEATH of Unsplash? Actually, yeah, probably. We talk about what this means for the photo industry, as well as some alternative free stock photo sites you should check out. Links mentioned: Why Doing Taxes for Free is Hard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xQQkzWhMOc Comparing Autopoles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTaOuDU2UxA Previous Podcast on Unsplash: https://www.youtube.com...
The BEST backdrop setup
April 05, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBMaterial, support, colors, oh my! This week we talk about backdrops and the surprising amount of decisions and considerations over a piece of gear that most people will totally ignore. Autopole Video: https://youtu.be/iTaOuDU2UxA Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is it good or just different?
March 29, 2021 13:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBWhat is the value of originality? Should you pursue new and unique photos at all cost, or is it okay to get the same shots that everyone else captures? When is photography journalism and when is it art? Are Ben's terrible Yellowstone photos of any value whatsoever? We answer all these questions, and more, in this episode. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to deal with upset clients
March 22, 2021 19:51 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MBSometimes clients get upset. Maybe they're an unreasonable "micro influencer". Or maybe you screwed up royally. Either way, here's how to make things right when you have an upset customer, and how to prevent it from happening in the future. We include a few user submitted stories, along with a few war stories of our own. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Monitors, Projectors, and Image Theft, Oh My!
March 15, 2021 19:48 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBWhat do you need in a good camera monitor? How do you take a selfie? Do you need a watermark to hold your image rights? We answer some viewer questions and deep dive into these topics. File a DMCA claim on Instagram using this form: https://help.instagram.com/contact/552695131608132 Find and fight image theft: https://www.pixsy.com Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#StopClickbait Round 2
March 08, 2021 14:45 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MBIs this the end of the clickbait headline? No, probably not. We have MORE rapid fire answers to photo related clickbait articles, in an attempt to #StopClickbait. This time it's Stuart's turn in the hot seat. Join us, and let's force websites to make high quality content if they want the clicks. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our Favorite Photography YouTubers
March 01, 2021 15:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBThis week we want to share the spotlight with some of our favorite online creators! Like this episode? Tell them we sent you! General: Gerald Undone TLDR Filmmaker DSLR Video Shooter iPhonedo Potato Jet Lok Cheung KaiW Livestreaming: Aaron Parecki Audio: Curtis Judd Action Cameras/Drones: Air Photography Filmmaking: Brandon Li Macro: Another Perspective Landscapes: Dave Morrow Epic/Viral: VonWong Instructional: Scott Kelby Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes ht...
What to buy instead of a Camera
February 22, 2021 14:09 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBNew camera bodies can be thousands of dollars, and the one you own is probably good enough. What are some other things you could do with your hard earned cash? Here are some better ways to spend you money on photography! Get a FREE month of Backblaze: https://secure.backblaze.com/r/013adg Check out our recommendations on Graphics Tablets: https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/032-holiday-gift-guide-2020 Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Host...
Fulltime vs Professional
February 15, 2021 14:00 - 47 minutes - 44 MBWhat makes you a professional photographer? Does that mean having a license, making money, or is there something else? We deep dive into what constitutes a professional in a field with no required credentials. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#StopClickbait
February 08, 2021 15:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBIs this the end of the clickbait headline? No, probably not. We do rapid fire answers to photo related clickbait articles, in an attempt to #StopClickbait. We cover everything from tips for landscape photography to the scourge of the EVF. Join us, and let's force websites to make high quality content if they want the clicks. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Best Mobile Apps
February 01, 2021 23:12 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBThis week we talk the best mobile apps for photographers. Camera apps, editors, and general quality of life things you need to download right now. Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A Letter to Younger Me
January 25, 2021 12:15 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBWe take a look back at our fresh out of high school selves and share 30 pieces of advice to help us along the strange journeys we'll take in the pursuit of our passions. In three words: Just Do It! Shia LaBeouf - Just Do It Should you work for free? Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.