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Publish Your Own DIY Photo Zine
Adam Tanner on self-publishing his live music photography 

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In this episode of Get the Picture podcast, host Brad Sigal talks with Adam Tanner. Adam is a Boston-based photographer specializing in concert, travel, and event photography. He started photographing his friends playing in hardcore bands in the late 1980s, and decades later he’s still going strong! In this conversation, Adam talks about the whys and hows of self-publishing your own photo zine, as he did with a collection of his 2025 concert photography, End of a Year 2025. Adam also shares many thoughts and experiences from his decades of photography.

See Adam’s work:

• https://www.instagram.com/adamtannerphoto/ 
• AdamTanner.com

Order Adam’s photo zine: https://www.adamtanner.com/store/p/end-of-a-year-photo-zine-2025 

Adam used Mixam to print his photo zine: https://mixam.com 

Photographers Adam mentions:

• Charles Peterson https://www.charlespeterson.net/#1 
• Chris Toliver https://antimatter.substack.com/p/how-much-art-can-you-take 
• Mark Beemer https://jadetree.com/features2/2016/1/18/photo-gallery-with-mark-beemer 
• BJ Papas https://www.bjpapas.com/ 

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Music: Fresh Flow Fiesta by Oleksii Holubiev: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fresh-flow-fiesta-160920/

How to Photograph Abandoned Places
Urban Exploration Photography Tips and Stories with Phil Ward

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DISCLAIMER: This episode is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing discussed in this podcast should be interpreted as encouraging trespassing, breaking laws, or engaging in unsafe activity while photographing abandoned places or exploring locations. Always follow all applicable laws and regulations, respect private property, obtain permission when required, and prioritize your safety and the safety of others. Always use good judgment and never enter locations that are structurally unsafe or legally restricted.

In this episode of Get the Picture podcast, host Brad Sigal talks with Phil Ward about one of the riskier types of photography -- abandoned photography. What’s that? It involves urban exploration through often hard-to-access and dangerous places like abandoned buildings, tunnels, silos, caves, amusement parks, and more. But unlike much urban exploration you see online, the focus of abandoned photography is on making amazing images more so than creating videos documenting an exploration journey.

Phil talks about what piqued his interest in abandoned photography, the equipment and settings he uses for long-exposure night photography, as well as the serious risks involved in doing abandoned photography - both legal and physical.

Follow Phil Ward

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philwardphoto/ 

Website philwardphoto.com 

Some things mentioned in this episode

Get the Picture #1 on the Exposure Triangle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QT6_gdfjvkE 

How-To’s

Light painting https://youtu.be/UZc46HUsZZw?si=2WF4NM1cRRrkpb2Q 

Focus stacking https://youtu.be/5H3QoxQijdk?si=wmY_UVcqwW2r44Js 

Exposure bracketing https://youtu.be/KYXOyxstYSo?si=rUDse9ehXlqd9idD 

Urban explorer Jason Lanier https://www.youtube.com/@JasonLanierPhotography 

Jason Lanier’s Six Flags New Orleans video https://youtu.be/3UektPtuK4Q?si=O04N-PoWuQs56mBA 

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Music: Fresh Flow Fiesta by Oleksii Holubiev: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fresh-flow-fiesta-160920/

In episode 6 of Get the Picture, Brad Sigal talks with Jared Coffin about some of our more epic photography fails. Learn from our experiences about what NOT to do as a photographer!

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Buy Me a Coffee

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Patreon

https://www.patreon.com/cw/getthepicturepodcast 

Follow Jared Coffin

https://www.instagram.com/jaredmcoffin/ 

Some recommendations from this episode:

• Use a sensor cleaning kit:

K&F CONCEPT Full Frame Sensor Cleaning kit

https://amzn.to/4oZurop

K&F CONCEPT APS-C Sensor Cleaning Kit

https://amzn.to/4jatbNZ 

• Get a waterproof cover for your camera, for example this K&F CONCEPT Camera Rain Cover https://amzn.to/3N9W6Wz
  
• Consider getting a better camera strap. For example this Peak Design Slide Camera Strap: https://amzn.to/3LbfXEc
  
• Apps like PhotoPils (https://www.photopills.com) are really helpful.

• This isn’t the one Jared shows in the episode, but Peak Design has a weatherproof sling that’s available in 3 sizes: https://amzn.to/49wv7fx 

• ‘This is Not a Fugazi Appreciation Group’ on facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/323549781318073 

• Jim Saah

https://jimsaah.com/ 

• 'Be My Rebel' by Antonia Tricarico

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rebel498975304/be-my-rebel 

• K&F Concept lens filter case:

https://amzn.to/3N8pvk2 

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Music used in the intro and outro is Fresh Flow Fiesta by Oleksii Holubiev. Track here: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fresh-flow-fiesta-160920/

How to Get Started in Real Estate Photography
Removing the Barriers Between You and Your First Paid Shoot with Brian Nejedly

Get the Picture Podcast Episode 5

In this episode of Get the Picture, host Brad Sigal interviews Brian Nejedly, an Atlanta-based real estate photographer. Brian shares his journey into photography, starting from graphic design to specializing in real estate. He discusses the importance of professional photography in the real estate market, rewards and challenges of the job, and essential gear needed for successful shoots. Brian also delves into his shooting workflow, editing techniques, and the growing role of drones and video in real estate photography. He provides valuable insights for aspiring photographers, including pricing strategies and how to get started.

Brian’s photography online: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luxrephoto

WWW: https://luxrephoto.net/ 

Some things mentioned in this episode:

HDR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmRFpM_j8RY 

How to do an HDR merge in Lightroom: https://youtube.com/shorts/p1FrzA7iw0Q?si=TMdUH7Kh4_RUBRH0 

Bracketing basics: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=310852990767670 

Flambient photography: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KCoaeTnnEg 

Real Estate Photography facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/256436391128736

Alan Berry Photography: www.alanbarryphotography.com 

Some products I’d recommend (affiliate links):

• Manfrotto Befree Advanced Aluminum Camera Tripod with ball head: https://amzn.to/497Zmck 
• Godox AD200 flash: https://amzn.to/45hJ6nW 
• Godox AD600 flash: https://amzn.to/4qtdp3g 

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Music used in the intro and outro is Fresh Flow Fiesta by Oleksii Holubiev. Track here: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fresh-flow-fiesta-160920/

Get the Picture Podcast Episode 4

On this episode of Get The Picture, host Brad Sigal talks with Jolanta Young, a Minnesota-based fashion photographer, creative director, and artist whose beginnings are as rooted as the stories she brings into focus. She offers a palette of light-shaped narratives for the masses to use as a canvas for creative exploration. A series of sculpted frames, drawn from years of studying Mass Media and Communication, intended to bring viewers into the unseen corners of Minnesota’s creative landscape, into and through the many expressions of fashion, identity, and design. Her work guides emerging designers, models, and makers toward their own possibilities, and beyond the surface of image-making. Through her Sony a7III, chosen for its clarity, versatility, and intuitive focus, she continues to expand her craft with lenses and tools that grow alongside her vision. Join us on this journey through her creative universe, a space where story, emotion, and intention merge into something new. Welcome to the world of Jolanta Young.

See Jolanta’s work at Jolantayoungphotography.com and on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jolantayoungphotography/

Some things mentioned in this episode

Mum & Me Productions is a creation of Jolanta and her mom:  https://www.instagram.com/mumandmeproduction/

St Paul Arts Collective: https://www.instagram.com/stpaulartcollective/

Corazon Clothing: https://www.instagram.com/corazonclothing/

Toast Studios: https://www.instagram.com/toast_studios_/

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Music used in the intro and outro is Fresh Flow Fiesta by Oleksii Holubiev. Track here:https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fresh-flow-fiesta-160920/

📸Want to take your photography to the next level?📸 

Get the Picture Podcast host Brad Sigal talks about why doing a personal photography project like a 365 Project📅 (taking & posting a photo every day for a year) or 100 Strangers Project!💯 may be just the thing you need!

Committing to take a photo every day or taking 100 portraits can transform your skills and boost your confidence 📈💪. 

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A couple of Brad Sigal’s Personal Projects:

100 Strangers (still in progress!): https://www.sigalphotos.com/Projects/n-4n97FG/100-Strangers 

COVID front-line health care workers: https://www.sigalphotos.com/Projects/n-4n97FG/COVID-19-Workers

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Music used in the intro and outro is Fresh Flow Fiesta by Oleksii Holubiev. Track here: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fresh-flow-fiesta-160920/

Want to Take Better Northern Lights Pictures? Here's How!

Get the Picture! Podcast Episode 2 features an interview with Chris Juhn

Get the Picture! is a new podcast to help photographers learn and improve their photography.

The Northern Lights are one of nature's most mesmerizing phenomena. In this episode, we explore insights from Chris Juhn, a photographer who shares his experiences and tips for photographing the Northern Lights.

With Chris's insights in this episode, both beginners and more experienced photographers can enhance their skills and create stunning images of the Northern Lights.

Other things mentioned in this episode

The UFO capital of Wisconsin is disputed between 3 Wisconsin towns - Elmwood, Dundee, and Belleville! Elmwood does a UFO Festival every July.

Follow Vincent Ledvina - “The Aurora Guy” - on YouTube and Instagram

Crex Meadows is the wildlife preserve in Grantsburg, Wisconsin that Chris referred to.

Follow Chris Juhn’s photography on facebook

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Intro & outro music: Fresh Flow Fiesta by Oleksii Holubiev. Track: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fresh-flow-fiesta-160920/

In the 3rd episode of the Get the Picture podcast, host Brad Sigal talks with music photographer Katy Kelly. Katy shares her music photography journey as well as sharing many useful tips for aspiring concert and music photographers.

Katy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katytothekelly_photos 

Katy's website: https://katykellyphotos.mypixieset.com/ 

Things mentioned in this episode:

Katy Kelly's cover photo for Anita Velveeta’s record “Liquid Gold” https://anitavelveeta.bandcamp.com/album/liquid-gold

Tumbling Rock zine: https://www.instagram.com/tumblingrockzine/

Katy's tour photos with Virginia’s Basement: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-Xu4i3uXOf/?img_index=1

and here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DH6FBC8MLVs/?img_index=1  

Katy mentioned Yoshi Parral as a photography inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/artymanor/ 

Products mentioned in this episode (Note: I get a small % if you buy using these links):

• Godox V100S flash for Sony: https://amzn.to/442Roj2
• Godox V100N flash for Nikon: https://amzn.to/48flBxN 
• Godox V100C flash for Canon: https://amzn.to/4iCYzEG 
• TTArtisan 11mm f2.8 fisheye lens for Nikon Z mount: https://amzn.to/4at3Yfp 
• TTArtisan 11mm f2.8 fisheye lens for Sony E mount (full frame): https://amzn.to/44IduaI TTArtisan 11mm F2.8 Full Frame Ultra-Wide Fisheye Manual Lens for Canon EF Mount: https://amzn.to/48LRo9H 

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Intro & outro music is Fresh Flow Fiesta by Oleksii Holubiev. Track: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fresh-flow-fiesta-160920/

Get the Picture! Podcast Episode 1

Where to Begin: The Exposure Triangle

Get the Picture! is a new podcast and social media platform to help photographers learn and grow in their photography.

In this premiere episode of Get the Picture!, host Brad Sigal sits down with photographer Phil Ward for an in-depth conversation about the most important place to start with photography: the exposure triangle. 

Phil emphasizes the critical importance for photographers to master the exposure triangle and manual camera control. He argues that understanding these concepts is fundamental to improving photography skills, more fundamental than equipment upgrades, lighting, posing, or anything else.

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Follow Phil Ward:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philwardphoto/

philwardphoto.com

Music used in the intro and outro is Fresh Flow Fiesta by Oleksii Holubiev. Track here: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fresh-flow-fiesta-160920/

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In this interview, Brad Sigal talks with Rob Coons about his current exhibition, “The Power of Punk Compels You,” featuring his incredible punk concert photography. Their conversation covers topics like:

• How this exhibit came about
• How Rob decided what photos to display
• Equipment and settings he uses for concert photography
• Rob’s editing style and why he mostly shoots black & white
• Why he doesn’t use the camera’s viewfinder when doing concert photography
• Using flash in concert photography
• Developing a sixth sense for timing to get great concert photos
• Tips for getting access at venues with camera restrictions
• Some hazards of taking photos at punk shows
• Rob’s thoughts on how he got to 50,000 Instagram followers

The Power of Punk Compels You: The Photography of Rob Coons exhibit at the Haight Street Art Center 

https://haightstreetart.org/pages/the-power-of-punk-compels-you-the-photography-of-rob-coons 

Photographers that inspire Rob

• Karoline Collins https://www.instagram.com/karolinecollins/
• Matthew Kadi https://www.instagram.com/matthewkadi/ 
• Mark Murrmann https://www.instagram.com/ickibod/ 

Referenced in the episode

• Murray Bowles 1987 photo zine - “If Life is a Bowl of Cherries, What Am I Doing in the Pit?” https://archive.org/details/MaximumRocknrollIfLifeIsABowlOfCherriesWhatAmIDoingInThePit/mrr_bowl_of_cherries/ 
• Maximum Rock & Roll 1986 European punk photo zine - “Welcome to Cruise Country”
• https://www.maximumrocknroll.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/MRR_TRUST_CruiseCountryPhotozine_1986.pdf 
• Hamburger Eyes Photo Zine https://hamburgereyes.com/ 

In the video version of this episode there are guest appearances by my cat Loki!

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Music: Fresh Flow Fiesta by Oleksii Holubiev: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-fresh-flow-fiesta-160920/