Shutter Stories: A Canon Podcast on Photography, Filmmaking and Print artwork

Shutter Stories: A Canon Podcast on Photography, Filmmaking and Print

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Insights, kit and the conversations that matter, with the world’s leading photographers and filmmakers in Shutter Stories.

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Capturing Tomorrow: The Impact of Future Tech on Imaging

April 04, 2024 10:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

From the dawn of the daguerreotype to the era of mirrorless technology, the imaging landscape has continually evolved, driven by technological advancements that have reshaped how we capture and tell stories. In fact, we could be living through another leap in imaging technology now, driven by AI.   What lies beyond the current viewfinder? What innovations await us in the next chapter of visual storytelling? What impact will they have on the creative process and the consumer experience?  Al...

Love and Business: how to thrive as a couple in wedding photography

March 07, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

Weddings, with their whirlwind of emotions and fleeting moments, demand intimacy, trust, and coordination. And who better to navigate these intricacies than a married couple who own and operate a wedding photography business together?  Join host Ilvy Njiokiktjien as she speaks to hybrid shooters Carmen and Ingo Leitner, a husband and wife team who have been together for over 20 years and have been shooting weddings together since 2006.  As well as discussing the advantages and challenges o...

Developing resilience: coping with trauma in photojournalism

December 20, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

War correspondents experience similar rates of PTSD as combat veterans so in this timely episode, our host Ilvy Njiokiktjien is joined by professor of psychiatry Dr Anthony Feinstein and photojournalist and fellow Canon Ambassador Finbarr O’Reilly. Finbarr's experience matched with Anthony's clinical expertise allow us to explore the experience of those tasked with the visual documentation of conflict zones and humanitarian crises.  Anthony and Finbarr’s coping mechanisms to help navigate ...

Moment #6: If not photography, what would you do?

December 06, 2023 11:00 - 4 minutes - 3.46 MB

Welcome to the next episode of our short-form podcast series, Shutter Stories Moments.  Being a part of the photography, filmmaking or content creation industry is a pleasure and a privilege but earning a living in the field isn't guaranteed, and there may be points in their career when creators may consider where else they can apply their talents and whether there are any other careers they could pursue.  We asked four established creators what they would be doing if they weren't workin...

Reframing masculinity: disrupting men's fashion photography

November 15, 2023 13:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

Join host Ilvy Njiokiktjien as she speaks to two creators, Cecilie Harris and Jamie Ferguson, who are challenging the traditions of men’s fashion photography. As well as discussing the ways in which the men’s fashion world is changing and how their work fits into it, Cecilie and Jamie share tips on working with models and which lenses to use for the most naturalistic shots.  Cecilie Harris is the founder and editor of Boys by Girls, a multi-platform publication, where male subjects are sh...

Moment #5: Career investment top tips

October 25, 2023 10:00 - 6 minutes - 4.56 MB

Welcome to the fifth episode of our short-form podcast series, Shutter Stories Moments.  There are a number of elements that contribute to a successful career in the photography, filmmaking or content creation industry. Two of the biggest hurdles facing future generations are time and money. How people tackle these factors, as well as a whole host of others, is what brings us here today.  We have compiled tips from three creators working in different sectors of the industry and although th...

Advocacy through art: challenging traditional representations of Africa

October 11, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MB

Join Ilvy at Tate Modern art gallery in London as she discusses the incredible exhibition A World in Common: Contemporary African Photography with Aïda Muluneh, a fellow Canon Ambassador whose work features in the exhibition and Osei Bonsu who curated it.   Both our guests are working to change the perception of Africa through art. They challenge misrepresentation and the perpetuation of stereotypes by creating or curating work that challenges expectations and improved representation within...

Moment #4: Lens Talk: Kit Bag Holy Grails

September 27, 2023 07:00 - 7 minutes - 5.21 MB

Welcome to the fourth episode in our short-form podcast series, Shutter Stories Moments. In this Moment, we delve into the must-have lenses that photographers and videographers swear by for their shoots. Join us as we sit down with seasoned photographers from the worlds of sports and wildlife, who reveal the key lenses in their kit bags that help them capture stunning images in a variety of settings. Tune in for valuable insights and recommendations to enhance your own photography kitbag, i...

Framing the field: celebrating diversity in sports photography

September 13, 2023 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

Canon is the official imaging supplier of Rugby World Cup France 2023 so in honour of the Women’s & Men’s Rugby World Cup 2023, we will be celebrating the diversity in sports photography in this episode of Shutter Stories.  Our host Ilvy Njiokiktjien is joined by two guests: Isabel Infantes, a seasoned football photographer with a news background who has recently broken into photographing tennis. And Phill Magakoe, a photojournalist, sports photographer and Canon Ambassador with a passion ...

Moment #3: Unpacking proud moments

August 16, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 5.08 MB

Welcome to the third episode in our short-form podcast series, Shutter Stories Moments.   World Photography Day is a day to celebrate the art of storytelling. In honour of World Photography Day 2023, we have brought together stories and anecdotes from photographers and content creators across different genres about the work they’re most proud of - whether that be a picture they’ve taken, harnessing vulnerability to help others, the career they’ve carved for themselves, or engaging people in...

History, culture and collective memory: how photography has shaped the world

August 09, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

The invention of photography in the 19th century had a revolutionary impact on the world in many ways and it continues to shape our understanding of the world today.   In this episode, our host Ilvy Njiokiktjien (Canon Ambassador and professional photographer), is joined by Bence Nanay, professor of Philosophical Psychology at the University of Antwerp to discuss the intersection of history, memory (both personal and collective), culture, representation and photography.   Follow us on Twit...

Moment #2: Getting your start in the industry

July 26, 2023 08:00 - 5 minutes - 3.66 MB

Welcome to the second episode in our new short form podcast series, Shutter Stories Moments.   This episode features stories and advice from photographers and content creators across genres, about just how they got their start in the industry.    You will hear from:  Corinne Cumming (S04E03, first released May 2023) > listen here Robert Marc Lehmann (S04E04, first released July 2023) > listen here Rosie Lugg (S04E01, first released March 2023) > listen here  Follow us on Twitter: https...

Conservation and adventure: capturing Earth’s rapidly changing ecosystems

July 12, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Although most people have heard of climate change and the extinction of many species, very few have seen and experienced first-hand how animals, ecosystems and people suffer because of it.   In this episode, our host Ilvy Njiokiktjien (Canon Ambassador and professional photographer), is joined by two incredible guests who travel the globe documenting the changes that occur in oceans and on land, and the impact this has on biodiversity. Photographers and videographers, adventurers, and conse...

Shutter Stories Special - How it's done: Skate the Museum

June 21, 2023 08:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

What happens when you take four world-class skaters and let them loose in one of Britain’s most iconic buildings? Canon's latest exciting, trick-driven collaboration with Red Bull: Skate the Museum!  Join Ilvy Njiokiktjien as she meets Caitlin Black, Kiefer Passey and Nick Richards from Cut Media, the production company tasked with capturing this unbelievable project. They talk about what it was like working with the prodigious athletes, shooting in the Natural History Museum in London afte...

Moment #1: Developing an individual style and carving a niche

June 07, 2023 12:00 - 5 minutes - 3.95 MB

Welcome to Shutter Stories Moments, a brand new series of short-form podcasts. Each episode we will bring you advice, guidance and anecdotes from our incredible guests. You’ll hear some highlights from our main episodes as well as some never heard before, exclusive content!   Our first Moment features stories about developing a creative style, carving a niche in a crowded industry and settling on working practices that suits you. You will hear from:   Rosie Lugg (S04E01, first released Mar...

Beyond the Glam: photographing Eurovision and more with Corinne Cumming

May 10, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

Saturday 13th May 2023 marks the grand final of the 67th Eurovision Song Contest which is taking place in Liverpool, UK. But what does it take to photograph such an illustrious event? How do you capture the majesty of it all? Canon Ambassador and professional photographer, Ilvy Njiokiktjien speaks to  Corinne Cumming, Head of Photography at Eurovision to find out. Corinne found her place in photography taking pictures at club nights, and iconic music venues in London before shooting drag st...

How I learned to take pictures again: Adventure photographer’s life-changing journey

April 05, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MB

Capturing images of kite-surfing and outdoor adventure sports is a tricky area of  photography at the best of times, but what about after a life-changing accident that leaves you unable to use your arms or legs? Ydwer van der Heide was at the top of his game, taking photos of extreme water  sports when he experienced a life-changing accident that left him using a wheelchair. How did he relearn how to take photos? And how did he adapt his camera to enable him to continue shooting action pict...

International Women’s Day: Embracing Equity with Rosie Lugg and Nicole Chapoteau

March 08, 2023 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

It’s International Women’s Day and the theme for 2023 is ‘embracing equity’, but how does this apply to photography and content creation?   Canon Ambassador and professional photographer, Ilvy Njiokiktjien speaks to the Fashion Director of Vanity Fair, Nicole Chapoteau, as well as content creator, Rosie Lugg, who uses TikTok and Instagram to achieve success in photography, to find out what challenges they’re facing in their industries.Join Ilvy as she discusses representation and equity with...

Welcome to Shutter Stories Season 4

March 06, 2023 13:00 - 49 seconds - 617 KB

We're kicking off a new season of Shutter Stories in March 2023 as we talk about photography, filmmaking and content creation. Please join us every month for a new episode on your favourite streaming services or on the Canon Europe YouTube channel. Thanks for listening and keep an eye out on our socials below: Follow us on Twitter: https://canon.sm/pro-twitter Join us on Facebook: https://canon.sm/pro-facebook Engage with us on Instagram: https://canon.sm/pro-instagram Connect with us o...

Framing the Future: Alexandra Andreeva on stepping into full frame photography

February 08, 2023 15:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

The Canon EOS R8 has landed! In this special episode, Canon Ambassador and professional photographer, Martin Bissig catches up with part-time surgeon, part-time photographer Alexandra (Sasha) Andreeva after exploring the latest mirrorless, R system series camera, the Canon EOS R8. With its full frame sensor, high speed continuous shooting and advanced autofocus features, Sasha reflects on the challenges she was set on a trip to Paris in this special launch episode. If you’ve ever considered...

Neurodiversity in the creative space

January 18, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MB

Ilvy Njiokiktjien talks with cinematographer Ash Connaughton and visual artist and photographer Dasha Pears about how being neurodivergent factors into their lives as professional creatives. Ash was diagnosed with autism at a young age, while Dasha discovered relatively recently that she has synaesthesia. In this relaxed and intimate conversation, they discuss their careers, including Dasha's work exploring synaesthesia, some of the challenges that neurodivergent people face in the workpla...

Filmmakers of the future: Meeting Lammas Park

December 22, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 47 MB

Lammas Park is an award-winning film and TV production company founded by Sir Steve McQueen. They've recently collaborated with Canon on two short films by a pair of exciting young directors, who join host Lucy Hedges on the show today.  Jade Ang Jackman and Samona Olanipekun have very different styles, but they've both made terrific, visually-stunning short films. Jade's is about a Suffragette self defence group, while Samona's is about a man wrestling with himself both physically and meta...

The science of cinematography, with Ian Murray

November 30, 2022 11:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MB

How much do we really understand about the way moving pictures affect us psychologically? And does this science also apply to stills photography? Join Laura El-Tantawy on a mind-expanding journey as she interviews Director of Photography Ian Murray. Ian has been investigating the science of sight for several years now and his findings are both fascinating and surprising. In this episode of Shutter Stories, he delves deep into his research to explore the effects that light has on the human b...

Mastering stills and motion with the Canon EOS R6 Mark II

November 03, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

The brand new Canon EOS R6 Mark II has arrived! In this special episode, host Martin Bissig gets to grips with the latest incredible addition to the R System line up. First off we discuss the new camera with Canon Europe Product Specialist Mike Burnhill, who gives Martin a lowdown on many of the 80(!) new and upgraded features. In the second half of the episode we welcome adventure photographer Teddy Morellec and videographer Nicolai Deutsch to find out how they got on with the camera. Both...

Partners in life and photography

October 19, 2022 12:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

Photography is often seen as a lone pursuit, but that isn't always the case. In this episode, Laura El-Tantawy meets a pair of photographers who live and work together: Tamara Abdul Hadi and Roï Saade. Tamara is from Iraq and her work is concerned with the historic and contemporary representation of her culture. Roï is a photographer, interdisciplinary artist and designer from Beirut, whose work is interested in the intersectionality between graphic design, photography, and the arts. Lau...

On set with Unit Stills Photographer Matt Kennedy

September 28, 2022 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

Behind the scenes of any big film set you’ll find a unit stills photographer – a job sometimes likened to being a photojournalist for film. Matt Kennedy has shot stills for an impressive number of films and shows, from Michael Bay's blockbuster Transformers and several Marvel films to the Disney+ Star Wars series Obi-Wan Kenobi and most recently for the Netflix flick Blonde - a biopic about Marilyn Monroe. In this episode of Shutter Stories he tells our host, Canon Ambassador Ilvy Njiokikt...

Insight from the inside: 5 home truths for photography students, from the pros

September 07, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MB

Is it okay to send your pitch to multiple publications at the same time? Today's episode is a must listen for all photography students! Recorded in Perpignan, France at the 2022 Visa pour l'Image International Festival of Journalism, host Ilvy is joined by industry professionals and Canon Student Development Programme (CSDP) mentors, Thomas Borberg and Dimitri Beck of European publications Politiken and Polka. In this episode they answer burning questions from students as part of this year...

Face to face with documentary and portraiture

August 17, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

Ilvy is joined by pro photographers Laura El-Tantawy, James Musselwhite and Helen Bartlett for a lively discussion on documentary and portrait photography. How do these two genres complement each other? The guests talk about their toughest shoots, the things that inspire them to create world-class work and why it's a logical choice for them to use the EOS R System for all of it. What was their toughest assignment? What are the fundamental differences between documentary and portraiture? An...

Where sport and wildlife collide

July 27, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

In this wide-ranging discussion, guest host and Canon Ambassador Martin Bissig chats with three photographers to find out how moving to mirrorless with the EOS R system has changed the way they work. Lucia Griggi, Eddie Keogh and Maxime Aliaga are all Canon Ambassadors and all specialise in sports and wildlife photography. We learn about their different approaches and methodologies before doing a deep dive into the R-system kit that they use to get such incredible results. What have they l...

Iconic sports photography

July 06, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MB

During this episode we're discussing sports photography - specifically, what makes an iconic sports image. Is it one that transports a viewer back to a glorious moment of victory? A portrait of a sporting hero or heroine? Or something else entirely? Does an iconic sports image even need to focus on the sport itself? Discussing this fascinating topic with host Ilvy Njiokiktjien are two guests: newspaper sports photographer and picture editor Eamonn McCabe and tennis photographer Ella Ling. T...

Meet the new Canon Video Ambassadors

June 15, 2022 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

In this special episode, Ilvy Njiokiktjien meets the new crop of Canon Ambassadors, who all specialise in videography to find out about their lives and careers. In the first part of the episode she talks with videographers Tania Freimuth, Francesca Tosarelli and Elisa Iannacone who have all just joined the programme about the past, present and future of their careers, as well as a discussion on the importance of film festivals to all filmmakers.  In the second part we hear from two of the o...

Everything you need to know about the Canon EOS R7 and EOS R10

May 24, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MB

In this bumper episode we go in-depth on Canon’s two brand new mirrorless cameras, the first two APS-C format cameras of the R-System: the EOS R7 and EOS R10. Lucy Hedges talks with photographers and vloggers Dani Connor and Diana Milos who have been getting to grips with the brand new cameras to find out what makes them so special.  They are also joined by Canon Europe Product Marketing Manager, John Maurice who gives us an in-depth walkthrough of precisely what these amazing pieces of kit...

The science behind wildlife photography

May 05, 2022 09:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MB

In today's episode Laura El-Tantawy sits down for a fascinating and in-depth discussion with Norwegian wildlife photographer, Canon Ambassador and scientist Audun Rikardsen. Audun's incredible work presents beautiful and original images of wildlife that sometimes have the air of the impossible about them, often captured on split-levels or strange angles. He shoots with Canon EOS R-series cameras and builds his own custom equipment to help capture the shots in exactly the way he imagined th...

The changing world of food photography

April 13, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

Food photography is everywhere - and more people than ever are snapping pictures of their dinner. But what does it take to create truly exciting and delicious-looking images of food in a world where almost everyone has a smartphone in their pocket? In this episode our new host, Laura El-Tantawy, meets two food photographers to discuss how they get such mouthwatering results. Joining her to discuss the topic is product photographer and videographer Liesel Bockl, who specialises in food styl...

The future of visual storytelling

March 22, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

Ilvy discusses the future of visual storytelling with three Canon Ambassadors and expert image-makers. Photojournalists Ivor Prickett and Laura El-Tantawy have a wealth of experience covering dramatic, emotive and often dangerous situations around the world. They are joined by fashion photographer Evely Duis, whose beautiful and innovative work has an authentic and original creative flair. In this lively and in-depth chat, the guests talk about their careers to date, how they find their i...

Sarah Waiswa: Building a photographic community

March 02, 2022 03:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

In our International Women’s Day episode, Ilvy chats with Sarah Waiswa, a photographer and Canon Ambassador who co-founded the African Women in Photography network. This organisation is designed to showcase for the work of female and non-binary photographers from all across the African continent.  We'll find out exactly what the network is, how it’s helping to connect people and about Sarah's own beautiful work explores identity on the African continent, particularly what she calls “the New...

Overcoming fear with creativity, with Dafna Tal

February 09, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

Can our fear be something we as image-makers use to drive our creativity?  In this inspirational episode, visual artist and Canon Ambassador Dafna Tal tells our host, Ilvy Njiokiktjien, how her new project Anchor Point explores the idea of letting go and the transformation it brought. Find out how Dafna planned her project and overcame her nerves, how fear has impacted on her previous work, plus her advice to other photographers on how to achieve their potential. This episode of Shutter St...

Introducing the Canon EOS R5 C

January 19, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

The new Canon EOS R5 C is a true hybrid camera, one that offers the ability to record both high quality video footage and capture superior stills. It's also the smallest Cinema EOS camera to date. In today's episode we'll be discussing the EOS R5 C with drone pilot and  acclaimed videographer Kevin Clerc, who has been busy putting it through its paces. Joining him and host Lucy Hedges is Canon Product Specialist Aron Randhawa, who will give us the  complete lowdown on the new camera and wh...

Imaging Trends to watch out for in 2022

January 05, 2022 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

What does the current imaging landscape look like and how are pro photographers using new technologies? And what is the shape of things to come? In this Shutter Stories episode, Ilvy Njiokiktjien discusses key trends from 2021 that look set to gather pace in 2022. Ilvy is joined by photographer and industry consultant, Damien Demolder, and photography journalist and editor of Digital Photographer magazine, Lauren Scott. 2022 trend topics we'll be covering are: authenticity in image-making...

Photography and the planet: Sparking positive change

December 15, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

How can photography and visual storytelling help inspire real change and a more sustainable future? In today's episode Ilvy Njiokiktjien will be discussing this theme with Kathy Moran, National Geographic’s Deputy Director of Photography, and Canon Ambassador Muhammed Muheisen, himself a National Geographic photographer and the founder of the Everyday Refugees Foundation. They cover topics such as how photography can be used to communicate the urgent need for change in the way that humans i...

Venturing into VR: a 180º view into Canon’s newest lens

November 30, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MB

In today's episode Ilvy Njiokiktjien learns more about the brand new Canon RF 5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye lens - a must have new bit of kit for all virtual reality directors. Here to discuss the new lens and how it works with the EOS R5 camera are Canon product specialists John Maurice and Mark Fensome. Ilvy is also joined by filmmaker Rowan Johnson, managing director of Southpoint Films, who has had hands on experience using the new lens, as well as filmmaker and virtual reality specialist...

10 Years of Cinema EOS with Jimmy Chin and Meena Singh

November 17, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

To celebrate a decade of Cinema EOS, in this episode of Shutter Stories we speak to two acclaimed filmmakers on their experiences of the Canon range.  First we hear from Jimmy Chin, who lets us in on his Canon Cinema EOS journey, including why he used an EOS C300 Mark II to shoot his award-winning documentary, Free Solo, and his experience of making his latest film, The Rescue. Our second guest is the highly respected cinematographer, Meena Singh, who worked on the hit Netflix series, The C...

The ethics of portrait photography, with Laura Bisgaard Krogh

November 03, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

Despite only being in her late twenties, award-winning photographer and Canon Ambassador Laura Bisgaard Krogh has had a hugely varied career, starting in news photography before specialising in portraiture. Her best known work has often involved working with at-risk youths, and in today's episode of Shutter Stories, Laura discusses how she balances artistic and ethical considerations to create beautiful and striking images while also keeping her subjects safe. Looking back over her caree...

International Print Day Special: the future of print

October 20, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MB

To celebrate this year's International Print Day - October 20 - we've gathered together several experts to discuss precisely why print is still a vital force in 2021. First up is Deborah Corn, the self-styled "Intergalactic Ambassador to the Printerverse" and the founder of Print Media Centr. A passionate speaker on all things print, she explains why advances in technology and the ability to use new and exciting materials is making it an exciting time for print.   In the second half Canon A...

Revisiting an archive, with Chris Steele-Perkins

October 06, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MB

Chris Steele-Perkins has been a Magnum photographer since 1979. In that time he has built up an incredible archive of world-class photography. In today's episode of Shutter Stories, Ilvy Njiokiktjien talks with Chris about his new book, The Troubles, which saw him revisit an old project about Northern Ireland, and about the value of archiving your work. He discusses how his new book allowed him to publish previously unseen work and what it was like to return to Northern Ireland many years la...

Canon EOS R3 - Your questions answered

September 22, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

In this week's episode we're going in depth on the new Canon EOS R3. Canon Product Specialist Mike Burnhill is here to answer all of your burning questions about the new mirrorless camera. From the amazing eye control function and its ‘backside illuminated stacked’ sensor to the R3’s ability to achieve 30FPS and its vehicle tracking autofocus, this Q&A is a deep dive into the most advanced Canon EOS yet. Visit our website: https://canon.sm/pro  Follow us on Twitter: https://canon.sm/pro-...

New kit special: Canon EOS R3 & RF lenses

September 14, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MB

You’ve seen the specs, now it’s time to go deep on the thrilling new Canon EOS R3 camera - a compact, lightweight mirrorless powerhouse! In this episode we talk to Canon Product  specialist Mike Burnhill about the new camera and lenses and what they mean for  photographers. We also catch up with award-winning sports photographers Vladimir Rys and Richard Heathcote who have been busy putting the new camera and lenses through its paces for the last few months. We'll find out how they found t...

A Perfect Planet: behind the scenes with Sophie Darlington and Matt Aeberhard

September 08, 2021 03:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

In this episode, host Ilvy Njiokiktjien talks to members of the intrepid A Perfect Planet crew about their experiences filming the acclaimed BBC documentary series. Among the topics Sophie Darlington and Matt Aeberhard discuss are the demands of working to a brief, including the necessity of thorough preparation, the need to think on your feet, and the physical and emotional challenges of the job. Sophie and Matt also talk about their go-to lenses, including the ultra-telephoto CINE-SERVO ...

Student special: Essential insights from photo industry pros

September 03, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

This bonus episode is all about getting insight from industry professionals. Canon Ambassadors Ksenia Kuleshova and Michele Spatari, speak to host Ilvy Njiokiktjien about how they started their careers by taking part in the Canon Student Development Programme and how it helped their progress as photographers. In this episode we uncover their experiences, how the programme has gone on to shape their professional lives and advice for budding student photographers. We also feature exclusive c...

Fireworks! The music photography of Christie Goodwin

August 25, 2021 03:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

Christie Goodwin has spent her life travelling the world photographing the world's leading pop stars, bands and musicians from every genre. She's taken striking and beautiful images of world class performers like Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran and countless others and she is also the house photographer for the Royal Albert Hall. In this in-depth one-on-one conversation with Lucy Hedges, Christie gives us real insights into this glamorous, exciting but often demanding job, revealing t...

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