Hashem McAdam – Details, episodes & analysis

Alex runs the YouTube channel "Shaka1277" and we had a long-awaited chat to share with you here. Highlights include the new film announcement from Light Lens Lab, Alex's chemistry background, Harman Phoenix, and his plans moving forward.

► Find Alex's work at the following links:

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/shaka1277

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shaka1277/

Flickr -https://www.flickr.com/photos/155307394@N06 (Shaka1277)

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►CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro to Alex Doran

07:43 - New film from Light Lens Lab

20:05 - Harman Phoenix next steps?

27:46 - What are you looking forward to?

37:50 - Personal content and vlogs

I had a chat with Australian photographer Josephine Goris (@JosieOnFilm). Josie is a film specialist and Australian Pentax 17 Ambassador. For more on Josie's work, check out the links below!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/josie.on.film/Substack - https://josieonfilm.substack.com/Linktree - https://linktr.ee/josieonfilm► If you want to support my work📘 Buy my Zine - https://www.exaframe.com/product/sundriedstrip☕ Buy me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pushingfilm👕 Merch Shop - https://pushingfilm.myspreadshop.com ►SOCIAL/PERSONAL💬 Join the Pushing Film Discord Server - https://discord.gg/N2TmF6fjnj📸 Pushing Film on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pushingfilm/📸 Hashem on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hashemmcadam/🧾 My Blog - https://www.exaframe.com/blog

Thanks to Pentax Australia and CR Kennedy, I interviewed Tomoki Tanaka (General Manager) and Genichiro Takaoka (Business Management) from Pentax Japan, for my YouTube channel Pushing Film. I've made the audio available here for availability through podcast platforms.

Full video on Youtube - https://youtu.be/uy45cweSGZgPentax Film Project - https://www.instagram.com/pentax.film.photography/Ricoh Imaging - https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp https://www.instagram.com/pentax.jp/CR Kennedy - https://crkphotoimaging.com.au/Pentax Australia - https://pentax.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/pentaxaustralia/Hosted by XYZ Photo Gallery - https://www.photo-gallery.xyz/ https://www.instagram.com/xyzphotogallery/Videography and Audio recording by Nick Chen https://nickchenstudio.com/►SOCIAL 💬 Join the Pushing Film Discord Server - https://discord.gg/N2TmF6fjnj 📷 Pushing Film on Instagram, Threads - https://www.instagram.com/pushingfilm📷 Hashem on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hashemmcadam/ CHAPTER MARKERS00:00 - Intro00:52 - The unique approach of Pentax01:27 - Mirrorless cameras?02:51 - Changes in the 21st century05:05 - Most immediate goals05:57 - Supporting individuality06:57 - The influence of smartphones09:00 - New medium format cameras?09:50 - The Pentax Film Project11:24 - Reception in Japan12:00 - Did you foresee the popularity?12:16 - Next challenges13:11 - R&D for next film camera?14:52 - Youth embracing film15:59 - Imperfection of film17:08 - Rising cost of film18:23 - Any details on the next camera?19:16 - Pentax 17 stock & manufacturing19:54 - How important is film to Pentax?20:29 - Passing on the torch21:53 - Outro

This episode is the audio-only version of a video I posted on my personal YouTube channel

My photography channel can be found at Pushing Film

In this episode, I mentioned my recent use of the Wise card for my travels. If you choose to give it a try, feel free to use my invite code to get the card fee waived! (if available in your region)- https://wise.com/invite/dic/hashemm32-- Try Pixpa FREE for 15 days using ⁠my link⁠ to create your own websites, client galleries, online stores and blogs. Get 50% OFF on annual plans when you subscribe with the promo code PXREF50 --►SUPPORT☕ Buy me a Coffee - ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pushingfilm⁠👕 Merch Shop - ⁠https://pushingfilm.myspreadshop.com⁠ 📘 Buy my Zine - ⁠https://www.exaframe.com/product/sundriedstrip⁠►LINKS📺 ⁠My Personal Youtube channel⁠🧾 ⁠My Blog⁠►SOCIAL💬 ⁠Join the Pushing Film Discord Server⁠📷 Pushing Film on Instagram, Twitter @pushingfilm ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pushingfilm/⁠⁠https://twitter.com/pushingfilm⁠📷 Hashem on Instagram - @hashemmcadam ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hashemmcadam/

A discussion about the reality of shooting film for paid work. Whether it's 35mm for event coverage, 120 for editorial shoots, large format commercial work, or Super-8 wedding documentary... I share some thoughts about the subject and my own experience.

From a Youtube video available on my channel Pushing Film-- Try Pixpa FREE for 15 days using my link to create your own websites, client galleries, online stores and blogs. Get 50% OFF on annual plans when you subscribe with the promo code PXREF50 --►SUPPORT☕ Buy me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pushingfilm👕 Merch Shop - https://pushingfilm.myspreadshop.com 📘 Buy my Zine - https://www.exaframe.com/product/sundriedstrip►LINKS📺 My Personal Youtube channel🧾 My Blog►SOCIAL💬 Join the Pushing Film Discord Server📷 Pushing Film on Instagram, Twitter @pushingfilm https://www.instagram.com/pushingfilm/https://twitter.com/pushingfilm📷 Hashem on Instagram - @hashemmcadam https://www.instagram.com/hashemmcadam/ ►CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro01:09 - Why?02:39 - Who?06:03 - How?09:07 - Gear, workflow11:53 - Charging14:56 - Things that go wrong17:53 - Conclusion

Audio-only version of an episode from my personal Youtube channel; discussing health & fitness after a recent commitment to doing regular cardiovascular training. I go through my personal history, including a mini-transformation in 2020, and what I'm trying to achieve next.►LINKSMy story on Mike's site - https://legionathletics.com/legion-success-hashem-m/Get a Free book on Audible with the trial - https://amzn.to/43uLwMZBigger Leaner Stronger - https://amzn.to/3WYckmsHuawei Band 7 - https://amzn.to/3P7yuki

📺 My personal Youtube channel -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL54ejad3IGrsAFGhMJpAfQ📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hashemmcadam/🧾 My Blog - https://www.exaframe.com/blog►SUPPORT☕ Buy me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pushingfilm ►WEBSITE 🏠 https://www.exaframe.comI use Pixpa for my website - an affordable and effective website solution.If you would like to try Pixpa you can get a free trial at https://bit.ly/3UTof2e and get 50% OFF on annual plans when you subscribe with the promo code PXREF50 Note: Many of the above links are Amazon or other affiliate links, which you can use to purchase items at no extra cost to yourself, but in turn, support me with a small commission for any purchases (which is greatly appreciated!)

I have a chat with Canadian photographer Kyle McDougall about his new photo book An American Mile. I ask questions about living a creative life, building an audience & online platform, working with a publisher, and more (see chapter markers). Big thanks to Kyle, and make sure to check out the upcoming book and his other work using the links below.

►LINKS

📔 An American Mile photo book preorder - https://subjectivelyobjective.com/product/kyle-mcdougall-an-american-mile/

📺Kyle McDougall on Youtube  @Kyle McDougall  - https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleMcDougall

📸Follow Kyle on Instagram @kyle__mcdougall -  https://www.instagram.com/kyle__mcdougall/

🌎Kyle's Website - https://www.kylemcdougallphoto.com/

►CHAPTER MARKERS 

00:00 - Intro

01:43 - On completing the book

06:06 - Kyle's creative background

08:25 - How did the project come about

12:30 - Consistent style and the role of gear

17:39 - Developing a style

20:41 - Lessons and challenges making the book

24:02 - The advantage of building a platform

32:48 - Specialist vs Generalist skillsets

40:45 - Do we live in a media Golden Age

43:47 - Working with a Publisher

47:39 - The Contact Sheet podcast

49:44 - What's Next?

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I had a long-awaited chat with my friend Jay, a Sydney-based photographer and content creator. You can check out more of his work at the links below:

https://www.youtube.com/jayregular

https://www.instagram.com/jay.regularhttps://www.jayregular.com/

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📺Video version of episode on Youtube - https://youtu.be/k2qNUp7eGs8

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I had an in-person conversation with my friend Matthew Lee. Matt has been a friend for over a decade and has contributed to the channel in various ways since 2016. We discuss his journey in photography, film vs digital, early influences on our photography, and more. ► YouTube video version:

https://youtu.be/2XP7Uf1X-SY

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https://www.youtube.com/@hashemmcadam

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►CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro01:34 - Why isn't Matt shooting film anymore?02:49 - Is film still worthwhile?03:57 - Ways to make film cheaper05:07 - Matt's photography journey06:11 - Digital Rev and early influences08:02 - Personal photography style09:14 - Getting rusty and lack of practice10:48 - Finding enjoyment in photography12:29 - Film vs Digital. Aesthetic & Experience16:48 - Film workflow variables17:40 - What is street photography about?20:31 - Passive vs interactive street photography23:43 - Destigmatizing Street Photography26:19 - Rising popularity of street photography27:08 - Gear Acquisition Syndrome30:55 - What happened to Eric Kim?38:52 - Summary

Annissa Durar is a Libyan-American photographer whose work focuses on cultural rituals, craftsmanship, and everyday life in communities around the world. Working mostly with 35mm film, she is drawn to moments that reflect memory, identity, and a sense of place.

► Find Annissa's work at the following links:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/annissadurar/

Website - https://annissadurar.com/

Originally posted on the Pushing Film YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/pushingfilm?sub_confirmation=1

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