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Camera and Inspiration #40 | PPN | How can photographers find their place in the art market? - with Thomas Werner02 Oct 202300:57:36

On this PPN Camera and Inspiration episode, Marco interviewed a photographer, professor of photography, former gallery owner, and consultant for the creative industry, Thomas Werner.  Thomas is also the author of the book. “The Business of Fine Art Photography”. 

 

This show is sponsored by MPB.com: www.MPB.com

 

Inspirational Photographer of the Month:

Thomas picked Dutch photographer Erwin Olaf. From Erin Olaf’s biography: “Erwin Olaf is an internationally exhibiting artist whose diverse practice centers around society’s marginalized individuals, including women, people of color, and the LGBTQ+ community. In 2019 Olaf became a Knight of the Order of the Lion of the Netherlands after 500 works from his oeuvre were added to the collection of the Rijksmuseum. Taco Dibbits, Rijksmuseum director, called Olaf “one of the most important photographers of the final quarter of the 20th century”.”

 

You can also find out more about Erwin Olaf’s amazing work by visiting his website:

https://www.erwinolaf.com/art



How can photographers find their place in the art market?

In the main segment of this show, Thomas gave some valuable tips on how photographers can prepare to enter the art market starting at a local level and how to proceed to pitch their work to galleries. But in order to also be financially successful, you need to treat this as a business and continue to expand your network and customer base through different channels.

 

If you want to dive deeper into this topic after listening to this episode, you can buy Thomas’ book “The Business of Fine Art Photography” here:

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ZFRXfp

 

Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month - Thomas picked three books:

 

1. Appearances: Fashion Photography Since 1945 by Martin Harrison

An artistic look at the development of fashion photography

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ZDhwxn

 

2. “The Invisible Dragon” by Dave Hickey

A book about the nature of beauty and desire written by an art critic

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3rCO663

 

3. “Air Guitar” by Dave Hickey

A fun book with essays about life and art

Amazon: https://amzn.to/46crsR4

 

 

Links to Thomas Werner:

Web: https://www.thomaswernerprojects.com/

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



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/ 

Eigen Energie Wende: https://www.eigenenergiewende.de

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork 

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts 

Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/PPN-GooglePodcast

Spotify: http://bit.ly/PPN-fm



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) which will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

Check out the Skylum LUMINAR software:

Link: LUMINAR NEO (use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)

 

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? We would appreciate it if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review of our shows on iTunes.

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and creating stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

Camera and Inspiration #39 | PPN | How we deal with change in photography with Valérie Jardin30 Aug 202300:58:15

On this PPN Camera and Inspiration episode, Marco interviewed French-born photographer Valérie Jardin. She is probably best known for her street photography, and she has workshops in many places all over the world, she is also a photo book author.

 

This show is sponsored by MPB.com: www.MPB.com



Inspirational Photographer of the Month:

Valérie picked Saul Leiter who is a constant inspiration for her. Next to his fantastic photo books, Valérie also talked about a film documentary about Saul Leiter, which she highly recommends anyone to see. The Documentary is called: “In no great hurry” and it can be rented or purchased here: http://innogreathurry.com/.

 

You can also find out more about Saul Leiter’s work by visiting his foundation website:

https://www.saulleiterfoundation.org/



Change in photography and how we deal with it:

In the main segment of this show, Valérie explained how she has been dealing with and embracing change in her photography career. She talks about how she switched from commercial- to street photography, to teaching workshops, and how she has dealt with starting and ending her active podcasting career.

Marco also took some notes on how Valéries' “worry less and do what you love” approach could fit into his future photography career.



Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month:

Valérie’s pick: “The Business of Fine Art Photography” by Thomas Werner.

 

From the publisher’s description:

“This guide for aspiring and exhibiting photographers alike combines practice and concept to provide a roadmap to navigating and succeeding in the fine art photography marketplace locally, domestically, and internationally.”

The book is published by Bloomsbury Academic and has 251 pages

Amazon: https://amzn.to/44xJfAo

 

German Street Photography Festival at PHOTOPIA  that Marco mentioned:

 German Street Photography Festival is a part of PHOTOPIA 21. - 24. September 2023 (Hamburg, Germany)

https://www.photopia-hamburg.com/en/




Links to Valérie Jardin:

Web: https://valeriejardinphotography.com/

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



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/ 

Eigen Energie Wende: https://www.eigenenergiewende.de

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork 

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts 

Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/PPN-GooglePodcast

Spotify: http://bit.ly/PPN-fm



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) which will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

Check out the Skylum LUMINAR software:

Link: LUMINAR NEO (use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)

 

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate it if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review of our shows on iTunes.

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and creating stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

Photography and Gear #25 | PPN | Lens Lens Baby! Creativity and lenses with Craig Strong - founder of Lensbaby02 Mar 202000:57:00

We have received a lot of questions about finding photography inspiration during the dull and grey winter days. And while the gear is usually not what takes the first spot on our shows in order to find new creativity, sometimes a unique piece of gear can help you to see your surroundings in a new way.

And one company that has been dedicated to making this kind of gear and accessories is Lensbaby. Marco invited Lensbaby founder and CCO Craig Strong to the show to get some behind the scenes insight on how Craig came up with the initial idea of the first Lensbaby and how the company and product line has evolved since then. And which of the current lenses will help you to achieve what effect.

 

This show is sponsored by:

Marco Larousse Photography Workshops

http://bit.ly/StreetPhotographyWorkshops

 

and

 

Skylum Luminar 4 - The cutting edge photo editor

https://bit.ly/ppnluminar4 

(use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)



Here are the links to the Lensbaby products that Marco and Craig cover on the show:

 

Lensbaby Composer Pro 2

This lens uses an optic swap system that offers different flexibility for different effects:

 

Sweet 35mm Optic f2.5 - (spot of focus surrounded by blur effect)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/39c3kRb 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/32D8Ae0 

 

Sweet 50mm Optic f2.5 - (spot of focus surrounded by blur effect)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/3cfeZAB 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2I6Hgey



Edge 35mm Optic f3.5 - (Slice of focus effect)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2VDh4jN 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2vstcJN 



Edge 50mm Optic f3.2 - (Slice of focus effect)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2PCK6wb 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/32BNNYm 



Sol 22mm - (Selective-Focus Lens for m4/3)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2uE4DJo 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/32GIXZD 

 

Sol 45mm - (Selective-Focus Lens for APS-C & FF)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/3ahdKPl 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2TfpRHj 



Trio 28mm - (Compact 3 in 1 lens with three different effects)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/38eclYo 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2uNaH2w 



Burnside 35mm - (Swirling bokeh plus outer Vignette effect)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2VzZwoA 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2PBvPQo 



Twist 60mm - (Sharp center subject with a twisty background effect)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2I4F7jM 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2VxNGeH 



Velvet 56mm - (Soft velvet glow wide open and crisp vintage look stopped down + Macro) 

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2PynTPO 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Tw5Gn6 

 

Velvet 85mm - (Soft velvet glow wide open and crisp vintage look stopped down + Macro)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/3874k7G 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2vsvNU5 





Which Lensbaby is right for me? with Craig Strong (YouTube):

https://youtu.be/NdqIYrdmP-E





Links to Lensbaby and Lensbaby Resources:

Web: https://lensbaby.com  

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/seeinanewway  

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8jSBVHpxLOLo3lqAApAd5w  

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/ 

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork 

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts 

Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/PPN-GooglePodcast

Spotify: http://bit.ly/PPN-fm



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

Check out the Skylum LUMINAR software:

Link: https://bit.ly/ppnluminar4 (use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)


And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on iTunes.

More Gear Show #5 | PPN | August 28th, 201728 Aug 201700:20:58

The More Gear Show topic this month is: A show of recent gear to review.

Follow @Photopodcasts on Twitter

Email: scott@scottbourne.com with questions or use the form on our website

 

First up Oben CT-2381

https://bhpho.to/2wlOQOf

Load Capacity: 26.4 lb

Max Height: 64"

Min Height: 6.3"

Folded Length: 24.4"

Leg Sections: 3

Weight: 2.95 lb

6x Carbon Fiber Legs & Center Column

Cast Aluminum Chassis

Non-Rotating Twist Lock Legs

Retractable Spikes in Feet

 

 

Microsoft 13.5" Surface Laptop (Platinum)

https://bhpho.to/2wwtCxt

Intel 7th Gen Core i7

8GB RAM | 256GB SSD

13.5" 2256 x 1504 Multi-Touch Display

Integrated Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640

802.11ac Wi-Fi | Bluetooth 4.0 LE

USB 3.0 | Mini DP | SurfaceConnect

Alcantara Fabric-Covered Keyboard

Windows 10 S

 

Peak Design Leash & Cuff

https://bhpho.to/2wcwr47

New Anchors hold 200lb but cord half the old thickness better for small cameras. Angled makes em easier to install.

Anchor Mount wear as cross body sling.

New adjustment loop

New adjuster on the cuff Open, cinch down on wrist - magnetic cuff

New materials

Black or Ash color (tan leather accent)

 

New all aluminum anodized hardware

New low-profile dual aluminum/Hypalon quick-adjustment system

Anchor connectors revamped - more secure, fast, and lower profile than ever  

New low-profile Anchor Mount for varying your strap configuration

New ultra-smooth twist-resistant nylon webbing with tighter, more durable weave

Premium materials and refined aesthetics for touch/stress point

Choose from new Black and Ash color-ways

 

New all aluminum anodized hardware

New 1-handed adjusting design

Adjuster locks in open wrist loop position

Magnetic wrist lock for storing as a bracelet

Anchor connectors revamped - more secure, fast, lower profile than ever

New ultra-smooth twist resistant nylon webbing with tighter, more durable weave

Premium materials and refined aesthetics

Choose from new Black and Ash color-ways

 

Olympus STF-8 Twin Flash

https://bhpho.to/2wwq4er

 

Compatible with Olympus TTL

Twin Flash Design with Adjustable Ratios

Guide Number: 27.9' at ISO 100

Coverage: 12mm (Micro Four Thirds)

Flashes Tilt from -40 to 60°

Wireless Master TTL Functionality

Weather-Sealed Construction

Supports Advanced Camera Functions

Runs on 4 AA Batteries

Attaches to Select Olympus Lenses


Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)

 

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review about our shows on iTunes.

 

For more information on Scott Bourne follow him on Twitter: @ScottBourne

For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

Camera and Inspiration #5 | PPN | August 22nd, 201722 Aug 201700:51:44

This is episode #5 of the Camera and Inspiration show at “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” for August 2017

This show is sponsored by B&H: bit.ly/bhphotodeals

  • Scott picks this month inspirational photographer: John Paul Caponigro (born 1965 in Boston) is an American Environmental Fine Art Landscape Photographer. His unique photography crosses the lines of photography and painting. He teaches workshops on many different aspects of photography, such as printing, creativity or processing. Please check out the amazing work of John Paul on his website: http://www.johnpaulcaponigro.com
  • On this show, Marco interviews Scott on how to become a better bird photographer.
  • What inspired Scott to become a bird photographer?
  • What are the basics that one has to consider when starting to get into bird photography? Where do birds like to hang out?
  • How to get closer to the birds if you don’t have a longer lens than 200 or 300mm focal length?
  • From what angle should a bird be photographed to get a good bird portrait?
  • Don’t underestimate the weather conditions (sun angle and wind).
  • Technical camera settings for birds in flight photography.
  • What are some basic post processing tips for successful bird photos?

Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review about our shows on iTunes.

 

For more information on Scott Bourne follow him on Twitter: @ScottBourne

For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Scott and Marco discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

We Shoot Mirrorless #5 | PPN | August 14th, 201714 Aug 201700:38:24

On this #5 “We Shoot Mirrorless” podcast episode for August 2017, Scott and Marco discuss these new products and mirrorless topics:

This show is sponsored by B&H: bit.ly/bhphotodeals

 

  • The Light L16 mirrorless camera started shipping. Is computational photography the future?
  • Canon mirrorless camera sales grew: First half unit sales of mirrorless camera grew more than 70% compared to the same period last year.
  • Nikon 1 has not been discontinued, yet.
  • Sad news for all fans of Bowens strobes. The UK-based lighting company is going out of business after 94 years history in the market.
  • Fuji GFX trade in rebate turned a bit into a marketing accident.

 

  • We have a PPN Photo Podcast Network group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably.
  • You can also submit an image using the Instagram hashtag #WeShootMirrorless
  • We have picked our monthly featured photographer and image from our Flickr groups. Our monthly We Shoot Mirrorless feature photo and photographer of the month is: Pablo Wayne “Untitled” (click here).

Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review about our shows on iTunes.

 

For more information on Scott Bourne follow him on Twitter: @ScottBourne

For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Scott and Marco will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks on their workflow.

Q&A #3 | PPN | August 7th, 201708 Aug 201700:47:04

On the PPN Q&A show, we answer our listener questions about photography related topics.

Host Scott Bourne: @ScottBourne

Co-Host Rick Sammon: @ricksammon

Rick’s website: www.ricksammon.com

B&H link: bit.ly/bhphotodeals

 

Here are the questions that Scott and Rick answer on this episode:

 

  1. My internal drive is nearly full and I want to run my Lightroom catalog from an external drive. Do you have any tips or recommendations?

From Steve, Mary and Todd

 

  1. LR is turtle slow..time to jump to another program? Is Adobe doing anything about it?

From Daniel in Brasil

 

  1. Also, can you suggest any free or inexpensive one-time cost replacement software for iPhoto?

From Steve in Pennsylvania

 

  1. I am trying to understand why so many cameras come with high-quality video. I think that it makes sense to shoot video on a dedicated video camera and stills on a dedicated stills camera. Am I crazy?

From Ted in Seattle, WA

 

  1. With the advent of such high-quality image stabilization on some cameras and lenses, are tripods as valuable or as necessary as they used to be?

From Helen in San Rafael, CA

 

  1. I would like to photograph race cars at an Indycar event. What shutter speed should I use to freeze the action?

From Theron in Washington, D.C.

 

  1. I hear Scott say you sometimes need to “bump the focus” when photographing birds in flight and trying to get the most out of the autofocus. I think I understand but could you please explain?

From Jay in Anchorage, AK

 

  1. I want to save my photos for uploading to portfolio web sites but all my images are too big and get rejected or take too long to upload. I am new to photography and want to find out what the best practice is for Web image optimization.

From Jarred in Ocean Shores, WA

 

  1. I know that Rick Sammon travels all over the world and I love his portraits of people in their native lands. My question is how do you approach people from other cultures to get permission to make their portrait? I am always too shy to do that.

From Jessica in Center Valley, PA

 

  1. I am photographing by a lake near my home and there are lots of commercial buildings that I do not want to reflect in the lake. Short of learning how to remove these reflections in post, is there something I can do to remove the reflections in-camera? Is that what an ND filter does?

From Cathy in Inver Grove Heights, MN

 

  1. I’ve seen people on camera forums talking about super fast lenses - in the f/1.2 to f/1.8 range. Is it possible to use lenses like this wide open? Wouldn’t the depth-of-field be too narrow to accomplish much?

From Butch in Nashville, TN

 

  1. I want to photograph planes taking off and landing at my local airport. Do I need special permission from anyone to do that?

From Alex in Gilbert, AZ

 

Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)


And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review about our shows on iTunes.

Camera and Inspiration #4 | PPN | July 28th, 201731 Jul 201700:43:34

This is episode #4 of the Camera and Inspiration show at “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” for July 2017.

 

  • Marco picks this month inspirational photographer: Robert Doisneau - French photographer (1912 - 1994). If the name does not ring a bell his most famous photo “The Kiss” probably will. He is considered a master of humanistic photography and has left us an incredible portfolio of amazing everyday street scenes from Paris that most people simply ignored or didn’t have an eye for. https://www.robert-doisneau.com/fr/portfolios/
  • With vacation time coming up, Scott and Marco discuss if you should bring a camera on your time off and what to consider to make this an enjoyable experience for yourself as well as the non-photographers that may travel with you.
  • How to research the location in terms of photographic opportunities before your trip.
  • Take the opportunity of not having a client decide what you should shoot, and try something totally different from your normal photography.
  • Eliminating unnecessary gear by answering the why and what you want to photograph before you go on your trip.
  • Less gear on a trip = less worries and more fun. Always keep that in mind!
  • Use the opportunity to work on your visual storytelling skills by documenting your trip in a way, that 20 images describe the whole trip to a viewer without you having to write a single word to explain it.

 

Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review about our shows on iTunes.

For more information on Scott Bourne follow him on Twitter: @ScottBourne

For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Scott and Marco discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

More Gear Show #4 | PPN | July 23rd, 201725 Jul 201700:50:24

The More Gear Show topic this month is: Lenses - How to choose them and what to use them for.

Follow @Photopodcasts on Twitter

Email: scott@scottbourne.com with questions or use the form on our website

 

Special Guest: Marco Larousse (http://www.MarcoLarousse.com)

 

On this month’s More Gear Show, Scott invited PPN  co-founder Marco Larousse to talk about a very important photography gear topic: Lenses

  • The lens is probably the most important- and could be the longest lasting gear investment that you can make in photography. We discuss these topics regarding lenses on this show:
  • Lens philosophy - Should you buy fixed focal length primes or rather go for more versatile zooms? And what would be the reasons to choose either one?
  • Creativity - What are the creative reasons that you should consider when choosing a new lens? Consider changing perspective or using unusual focal lengths for an extraordinary look in your images.
  • Focal lengths - When to use what and how to get more use out of each lens for landscape, architecture, portrait, sports or bird photography.
  • To image stabilize or not to image stabilize - There are good reasons why your lens may not need an IS.

 

Marco’s favorite lens picks:

  1. Fujinon XF 16mm f1.4 R WR http://bhpho.to/2uPVpaZ with optional LH-XF16 metal lens hood http://bhpho.to/2utk1Uv
  2. Fujinon XF 56mm f1.2 R http://bhpho.to/2uPWsI4
  3. Leica Summilux-M 35mm f1.4 ASPH http://bhpho.to/2utc8OS
  4. Canon TS-E 24mm f3.5 L II Tilt-Shift-Lens http://bhpho.to/2uQjyhO

 

Scott’s favorite lens picks:

  1. Fujinon XF 90mm f2 R LM WR http://bhpho.to/2uszPa5
  2. Canon EF 14mm f2.8 L II USM http://bhpho.to/2uQHIsC
  3. Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 300mm f4 IS PRO http://bhpho.to/2p34muh
  4. Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 75mm f1.8 http://bhpho.to/2qsh1Vu

 

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Q&A #2 | PPN | July 18th, 201720 Jul 201700:27:35

On this special Q&A episode, Scott answers many of the listener questions that he received after announcing his switch from the top of the line Canon full frame DSLR camera to a m4/3 system (Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II).

Scott discusses questions about these topics:

  • Why switch to a smaller format sensor camera?
  • Does IBIS on sensor work as well as on a top of the line IS lenses for DSLRs?
  • How does the AF of the Olympus compare to that of DSLRs?
  • Is the EVF a limiting factor when shooting fast pace birds in flight?
  • What about image quality when moving to a smaller sensor camera?
  • What about the quality of the smaller m4/3 lenses compared to the big FF lenses?
  • Are there enough accessories available for m4/3 cameras?
  • Are there situations/genres where a smaller sensor m4/3 camera is not the first choice?

 

Host: Scott Bourne

Scott’s Website: www.ScottBourne.com

Scott on Twitter: @ScottBourne

We Shoot Mirrorless #4 | PPN | July 10th, 201713 Jul 201700:47:45

On this #4 “We Shoot Mirrorless” podcast episode for July 2017, Scott and Marco discuss these new products and mirrorless topics:

  • CIPA camera sales numbers are up 34% year over year for May 2017.
  • Nikon’s CEO announced that their first interchangeable mirrorless camera is in development. And it is supposed to beat the performance of existing mirrorless cameras. We share our thoughts about this announcement.
  • Ricoh / Pentax seem to be in financial trouble as their core business is declining. What do they need to do to continue to be successful in the camera business?
  • Lexar announced that they are pulling out of the memory card business and we discuss why we partially like and dislike this move for different reasons.
  • Scott is publishing his “Eagle Monographs” book that is shipping soon and that you can pre-order here: www.ScottBourne.photography

 

  • We have a PPN Photo Podcast Network group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably.

 

 

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About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Scott and Marco will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks on their workflow.

Camera and Inspiration #3 | PPN | June 28th, 201729 Jun 201700:48:41

This is episode #3 for June 2017 of the Camera and Inspiration show at “PPN - Photo Podcast Network”

  • Scott picks this month inspirational photographer: Georgia O’Keeffe (1887 - 1986) One of the most famous US painter of the 20th century. But Scott put a nice spin on her career and how her relationship to Alfred Stieglitz made her quite relevant even for modern photography. https://www.okeeffemuseum.org/about-georgia-okeeffe/
  • As the main topic, Scott and Marco discuss how less gear and a few other limitations can really help you to improve your photography and your creative vision.
  • Limitation of gear seems to counter the current trend to use more and more gear. But in the discussion, you will hear many reasons where the limitation will actually be very beneficial to your photos and your photography experience.
  • Bags can be a great help to limit the amount of gear that you can bring. Scott talks about the Cosyspeed Streetomatic Plus as a very unique and useful bag, that he uses for that reason.
  • Limiting yourself to a certain area or topic will act as a creativity booster for you to really look for the subject and the story to tell.
  • Marco gives some useful hands-on benefits why the beaten argument of using one camera and one lens can be extremely helpful in finding your vision and your style in photography.
  • Scott shares some exercises for your “art brain”.

Minutes to Midnight merges traditional documentary techniques and imagination to create a dark visual narrative portraying Australia with a mix of nostalgia, romanticism and brooding realism. This is not a record of the physical landscape but of an emotional one.”

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On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Scott and Marco will discuss many topics in the field of inspiration for photographers. The “why” and the “how” should always go together if you want to create meaningful photos with intent. On each show, they will also introduce you to an inspirational photographer and an inspirational photo book of the month.

More Gear Show #3 | PPN | June 21th, 201723 Jun 201700:38:12

More Gear Show topic this month: Tripods

 

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Email scott@scottbourne.com with questions or use the form on our website

 

Special Guest:

Sharky James

PetaPixel Photography Podcast

http://www.PetaPixel.com/podcast

  

Fewer people use tripods than ever before. There are several reasons for that. Low-light camera performance has improved, image stabilization (both in camera and in lens) has become widely available and also improved. ISO ranges have become improved. But in my opinion, serious avian photographers should at least carry a tripod. 

To drive that point home, I think tripods are like lenses. You probably wouldn’t think of just owning one lens. Neither would I consider owning just one tripod. I think I have at least 10 different tripods in my gear closet right now. 

Here’s what you need to know:

 

BASICS 

There are many advantages to shooting with a tripod that cannot be overlooked. I believe that owning a tripod may be the single best step you can take to make better photographs. A properly designed (and used) tripod provides the opportunity for sharper images than hand-held shooting does. 

Camera movement is one of the biggest reasons that people come up with out of focus pictures. When using slower shutter speeds, the slightest camera movement can cause anything from a completely out of focus, blurry photo to a slightly soft image. Camera shake can only be solved by one of two methods. Image stabilization can solve it – although not as reliably as the second way – using a tripod. 

Another reason to use tripods is increased depth-of-field: When you want to work at smaller apertures, especially for those landscape and macro shots, you’ll need a tripod to hold the camera steady instead for those long shutter speeds. 

Tripods can also be extremely helpful (if not downright necessary) when shooting HDR or panoramic stitched images. Tripods help you maintain precise registration between frames. 

The other reason to own (and use) a tripod is that they tend to slow you down a bit and cause you to think; to be more deliberate and contemplative in your photography. That is where art happens. 

Last but certainly not least for bird photographers, if you’re using a big, heavy, telephoto lens a tripod is a must. 

I’d rather equip you with the concepts behind what to look for when buying a tripod, but if you just want to see my personal favorites, scroll down for my picks. If you want to think this through on your own, here are some things you need to know.

 

CONCEPTS

Tripods are measured by cost, weight, collapsed and extended height, overall size, load capacity, head type, feet, leg locks and materials. You need to know something about all of these concepts to pick the right tripod.

 

COST 

Let’s start with the elephant in the room. You get what you pay for. The cheap tripod you buy at the corner drug store is always going to be a waste of time. You might as well save your money and go to a movie. Unlike today’s cameras, where just about anything that costs $500 or more will produce incredible results, there are indeed some very crappy tripods out there. My goal here is to give you the basics on what to look for and help you avoid making the mistake of buying one of those crappy tripods and instead, point you to one that you can count on and that will last.

 

WEIGHT 

You want a tripod that’s strong enough to easily support your camera/lens but not any heavier than you want to carry. Carbon fibre tripods offer the same strength as steel tripods but weigh much less. They also cost much more. You want the beefiest tripod you can afford to buy and carry. Period.

 

COLLAPSED AND EXTENDED HEIGHT 

If you consistently shoot avian subjects, you may need to get a tall tripod that gets you a better angle. You also want to think about how many leg segments the tripod has. If it has three, chances are it won’t collapse well for travel. If it has six, it may be small enough when collapsed down to fit in your briefcase. Think about all these things when you select a tripod.


 

OVERALL SIZE 

This one is simple. Get a tripod that is tall enough for you to use. If you are seven feet tall, the typical five-foot-tall tripod won’t work for you. Likewise, unless you shoot from a ladder, there’s no need to buy a tall tripod if you are never going to shoot from that height.

 

LOAD CAPACITY 

This is a very important statistic to pay attention to. Load capacity is the manufacturer’s rating for the tripod’s ability to carry and appropriately support a certain weight load. If you put a camera that’s heavier than the maximum load capacity on a tripod, you run the risk of a piece breaking or collapsing, causing damage to both the tripod and the camera. So, it’s important to know how much your camera weighs with its heaviest lens, and buy a tripod that will handle it. 

Here’s a safe rule of thumb. If a tripod manufacturer says their tripod can handle 16 pounds of gear, assume it can only handle eight. That way you’ll never be disappointed. It’s been my experience that the manufacturers either on purpose or out of ignorance overestimate the weight carrying ability of most tripods.

 

HEAD TYPE 

Most high-end tripods don’t ship with a head. You can add whatever kind you like. Most of the professional photographers I know prefer what’s called an “Arca Swiss” tongue and grove ball head. Arca Swiss is a brand and it’s expensive. You can choose that brand or a less expensive brand that does the same thing. I like heads from Induro and Kirk Enterprises. These heads require you to get a camera and/or lens plate for each camera and large lens you own (smaller lenses don’t need a plate.) The plate locks onto the camera/lens using a secure allen wrench. This is much more secure and safe than the kind of plate that merely screws on with a thumb screw or a simple slot you can use to lock with a coin. 

Bird photographers with long, telephoto lenses will want to use a gimbal head instead of a ball head. The gimbal allows you to move a big, heavy lens easily and keeps it in place when you need stability. These are very expensive and require practice to get used to but they are worth their weight in gold if you use 500, 600, 800 or longer lenses. 

The less-expensive tripods tend to come with their own heads and generally, I haven’t found any that I really like that work as well as the Arca-Swiss style, so that’s what I recommend.

 

FEET 

Depending on how you use your tripod you may want feet that detach, that are replaceable or changeable. Outdoor photographers often want feet that can be used as spikes to stabilize the tripod’s placement. Indoor photographers may want rubber feet to avoid marring floors or even wheels to move the tripod easily. As usual, the more expensive tripods tend to come with more options. Be sure you get the most versatile feet you can so you can use your sticks in many environments.

 

LEG LOCKS 

There are generally two kinds of leg locks on tripods. Spiral and Flip Lever. There are pros and cons to both. Flip lever locks are quicker in the field but tend to fail sooner than spiral locks. Spiral locks tend to be slower in the field but last longer. Suffice it to say that the more you pay the better the leg locks will be whichever type you select.

 

MATERIALS 

This is another big factor in choosing a tripod. If you want to save money, go with an aluminum or steel tripod. You’ll get a lot of bang for your buck this way but you’ll pay for it with a sore back. These tripods will be heavy if they’re large enough to support large payloads. 

Carbon fiber is lightweight, sturdy and reliable. It’s also very expensive. If you can afford it – go with carbon fiber. You’ll get the same strength as steel with far less weight but for far more money.

 

(MONOPODS) 

I wanted to interject a quick note about monopods here. There are some places that won’t allow a tripod but will allow a monopod. There are also cases (like using super telephoto lenses) where you just need the monopod to steady the lens and take the stress off of your arms. In these cases you might substitute a monopod for a tripod. 

Monopods (also called unipods) are usually lighter and smaller than tripods, but don’t offer the same level of stability.

Monopods do offer some obvious advantages. They are less expensive than tripods and they are light enough to carry almost anywhere. They allow you to compose and shoot almost as fast as you would if you were hand-holding, where tripods require you to take more time. 

One way to make the monopod more valuable is to mount an Arca-Swiss style tongue and groove head on the monopod and a corresponding plate on the camera or lens. Kirk Photo is a good source for both. You can also buy less expensive knockoffs on Amazon.com. 

When using a monopod, I like to wear loose-fitting loafer style shoes and then I anchor the monopod inside my shoe against my foot for added stability. Another popular technique is to use your own two legs in conjunction with the monopod making a three-legged tripod. 

Many unipods can also be used as a chestpod, or beltpod, meaning that the foot of the unipod (sometimes with a special adapter) can rest on the belt, waist, or chest, of the photographer. The result is that the camera is held more steadily than by hand alone (though not as steadily as when the foot is planted on the ground), and the camera/unipod is completely mobile, traveling with the photographers movements.

 

If you just want to know what tripods I like, heres the list.

 

MY TRIPOD/MONOPOD PICKS 

NOTE: I am not saying these are the only tripods or monopods I like, or that other tripods aren’t good. I am saying that based on price and performance, these are MY safe picks in each category. I own or have owned, all of these tripods. I have no bias against or for any of these companies since I own and use so many different brands. None of these companies currently sponsor me. Ignore brand loyalty debates. Just pick the one that seems to fit your needs. Also note that many of these are expensive. There’s a reason for that. Cheap tripods either don’t do the job or don’t last so get a good one and get over it.

 

Induro Tripods GIT203 No. 2 Grand Series Stealth Carbon Fiber Tripod, 3 Sections (get the 3 series or the 4 series if you have large heavy DSLRs or medium format gear - get the 4 or 5 section version if you want extra height - they will all be more expensive than the one I am suggesting here.)

http://amzn.to/2trmnSb

 

Induro BHD3 Ballhead

http://amzn.to/2t6xBfm

 

Really Right Stuff TVC-23 Tripod

 

Really Right Stuff BH-40 Pro II Ballhead (This is the standard ball head I use most of the time)

 

Jobu Design BWG-J3K Junior 3 Gimbal Kit with Swing-arm HM-J2 (This is the gimbal I use most of the time)

http://amzn.to/2swLFBN

 

Gitzo GM2562T Series 2 Traveler Carbon Fiber 6 Section Monopod (Black) (This is the monopod I use most of the time)

http://amzn.to/2t6ytkm

 

Platypod Max - I use this in place of a tripod when I can.

http://amzn.to/2sJI9ng

Camera and Inspiration #30 | PPN | Balancing your photography passion while dealing with restrictions of life - with Bryan Minear10 Feb 202001:03:58

Marco invited Bryan Minear to the PPN Camera & Inspiration show where they discussed how to follow your passion in photography, choosing a photo style and genre, while dealing with the restrictions of our daily lives.

Bryan is based in the midwest of the United States and found his passion for design and photography at an early age. He is a designer and photographer and his skills, the quality of his work, and his open mind make him a very popular person to be around. Companies such as Fujifilm, Capture One, and Gnarbox made him their brand ambassador. He also joined the podcast community with his own show on creativity called “We the Creators Podcast”.

 

This show is sponsored by Luminar 4: https://bit.ly/ppnluminar4 

 

Marco will be speaking at this WORLD PRESS PHOTO event on February 27th, 2020: https://worldpressphotoausstellung-oldenburg.de/programm/street-photography-poesie-des-zufalls/ 

 

Inspirational photographer of the month:

Bryan picked two famous photographers as the inspirational photographer of the month: 

 

Edward Weston (Born 1886 Illinois - Died 1958 Carmel by the Sea)

One of the most important US photographers of the 20th century and co-founder of the f/64 collective. He is known for his artistic B&W photography and he turned ordinary objects like peppers, cabbage leaves, or halved onions into surrealistic pieces of art. You can find out more about his work by visiting his website: https://edward-weston.com 

 

Brett Weston (Born 1911 L.A. - Died 1993 Hawaii) was Edward Weston’s son. His father took him out of school at the age of 13 and made him his photo apprentice. Edward followed into his father's footsteps but found his own style of photography. He focused a lot on shapes through macro photography as well as shapes in urban space. You can find out more about his work by visiting his website: http://www.brettwestonarchive.com



Main Topic:

How and why to choose your genre in photography and your style / Do you really choose your genre or does your genre chooses you?

 

Bryan and Marco share their experiences and thoughts on how you can find your style and genre of photography - during their inspiring discussion they also concluded that sometimes your genre finds you. Besides tips on what you can do in order to find your genre, they also touched on the advantages of being an amateur photographer - as the lack of financial interests by having to take pictures to sustain your income, you are free to take pictures of people, things, and places that may not be commercial interesting but that can put you in the spotlight as an artist. 



Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month: “Aeroglyphs & other Nocturnes” by Reuben Wu.

Reuben Wu is a British photographer, born 1975 in Liverpool. He is also the co-founder of the electronic band Ladytron.

An introduction to the book from the publisher:

“Simultaneously reminiscent of the slick, neon glow of sci-fi aesthetics and the cryptic symbolic language of ancient petroglyphs, Reuben Wu’s work is clean, yet mysterious. His photography hovers somewhere between the mythic and the surreal, between dream and memory, with an undulating sense of temporality slipping between the ancient past and the imagined future. Light and land are entwined equally at the center of Wu’s practice. By affixing lights to drones and using them to illuminate select parts of the landscapes he photographs, Wu draws precise geometric marks that hover in the air like beacons, harbingers, and signs. His work is concise, yet versatile in concept, offering new ways to approach the human relationship to nature, technology, and the overlay between past, present, and future.”

The book is published by: +KGP

30 Pages

$28 at: https://www.krisgravesprojects.com/book/aero 



Links to Bryan Minear:

Web: https://www.bryanminear.com  

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bryanminear  

Podcast: https://www.bryanminear.com/wethecreators/  

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/ 

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork 

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Spotify: http://bit.ly/PPN-fm



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On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

We Shoot Mirrorless #3 | PPN | June 15th, 201716 Jun 201700:59:43

On this #3 “We Shoot Mirrorless” podcast episode, Scott and Marco discuss these new products and mirrorless topics: 

  • Olympus contacted Scott and made him an “Olympus Visionary”. Scott shares how his ambassador title can benefit our show and our listeners. 
  • Sony continues their lens lineup expansion and introduces two new wide angle E-Mount lenses: The Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G and the Sony FE 16-35mm f2.8 GM lens. We also discuss the overheating warning of the Sony a9 and the firmware update for this and other Sony cameras that came out recently. 
  • Scott discusses sensor size and depth of field misunderstandings and facts. 
  • We have a PPN Photo Podcast Network group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably. 

 

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For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Scott and Marco will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks on their workflow.

Q&A #1 | PPN | June 10th, 201712 Jun 201700:53:01

Host Scott Bourne @ScottBourne

Co-Host Rick Sammon @ricksammon

 

Companies mentioned during the show:

 American Frame - https://www.americanframe.com

 Rick’s website - www.ricksammon.com

 

Question 1:

We are doing the standard-traditional-old frame + mat + print. We would love to hear what you have to say about display options. Do you always need a mat? What about printing with a large white border instead of a mat ... do suppliers do that ... is it suitable for display? What other display options should we be considering as opposed to the standard old frame-mat-print?

 From Jim in Vancouver, BC

 

Question 2:

I noticed that some of Scott’s photos look like paintings. What software do you use to accomplish that goal?

 We received this question from several people, thanks to Michael, Glenn, Dave, Wendy and Sam

 

Question 3:

I like to photograph people who run hospitals. I photograph board members, etc. I am trying to expand that business and am looking for ideas on how to get hired by more hospitals to make portraits of their execs.

 From Keith in Sitka, AK

 

Question 4:

I have heard many different viewpoints on the difference in DOF/Bokeh on full-frame cameras v. M43/APS-C cameras. Is the amount of light that passes through the lens at say f/8 the same on all formats?

 From Ellen in Los Angeles

 

Question 5:

I know that many of the folks like you have written and published photography books or had your images used in newspapers, books, magazines, etc. How does someone get noticed in today’s world where everyone has a camera?

 From Barb in Laughlin, NV

 

Question 6:

I hear that pros only shoot RAW. Is there ever a case for pros only shooting JPEGs?

 From David in Brooklyn, NY

 

Question 7:

Scott always says as camera to subject distance decreases, so does DOF. Can you explain that a little bit more and are there any exceptions at all?

 From Russ in Macon, GA

 

Question 8:

I primarily do street photography and have just bought my first mirrorless camera, a Fuji X100F. I love it but am experiencing an issue I don't get with my DSLR and that is motion blur. On the street in daylight I try to use 1/200th min shutter speed and have never had a problem with motion blur on the DSLR with people walking past. I have had several instances with the X100F where the person is sharp but a foot or hand blurs. Is this "a thing" with mirrorless shutters ?

 From Warwick (North Avoca, NSW Australia)

 

Question 9:

Should people use electronic shutter or mechanical shutters? I have heard that the use of electronic shutters can cause problems with third party lenses and also can cause what’s called rolling shutter.

 We received this question from several people, thanks to Jack, Ken, Jim and George

 

Question 10:

I’d like to get into digital medium format to shoot portraits. But what I want to achieve is that special look I see in old 6x6 or 6x7 film portraits. There is a kind of look, perspective or DOF to those, almost a "3D" look, that I can not see reproduced by modern digital medium format prints. Why is that so? Is there a way to achieve that look with digital medium format cameras?

 From Luciano Santo in Brazil

 

Question 11:

How important is it to get the flash off camera given the large number of flash diffusers you can now buy that allow flash shooters to create special effects. Is it still important to get the flash off the camera?

 From Dereck in Portland, OR

 

Question 12:

How do you know where to find wildlife - especially birds. I noticed Scott is able to photograph birds just about anywhere. I don’t see many birds where I live - or any wildlife for that matter. Is there a trick I am missing?

 From Elliot in Memphis, TN

Camera and Inspiration #2 | PPN | May 30th, 201730 May 201700:54:47

On the "Camera and Inspiration" show, Scott and Marco talk about inspiration in photography and try to help you to take your camera out with more intent. On this episode they cover the following topics:

  • Marco picks this month inspirational photographer: Fan Ho (1931 - 2016) Chinese photographer, actor and film director. He is known as the Cartier-Bresson of the East. Please check out his amazing photographs here: http://www.fanhophotography.com/index.html
  • As Scott and Marco are both believers that a photo isn’t finished until it has been printed, they have decided to focus this episode on having your images printed by a pro lab.
  • Marco interviewed Marieke Goethe, PR Director of White Wall Lab (www.WhiteWall.com). White Wall has just been awarded “Best Photo Lab Worldwide” by the TIPA awards 2017. White Wall also produces the limited art prints for the Lumas galleries (www.LUMAS.com). So with just a few steps, you can have your images produced in art gallery quality.
  • Scott's inspirational photo book of the month is called: William Eggleston “Guide”. The book contains the first color photographs that were accepted by the art world and displayed in many museums. The body of work contains images that may seem to document the banality of ordinary objects and daily life and can be an inspiration for anyone who thinks that there is nothing interesting to photograph in their neighborhood.


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And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review about our shows on iTunes.

For more information on Scott Bourne follow him on Twitter: @ScottBourne
For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

About this show:
On the monthly "Camera and Inspiration" show, Scott and Marco discussed the art, history and motivation in photography that often gets lost in today’s media rich world. Slow down, look closer and put more intent into photography to increase your creativity and final results. And simply spread the pure love of photography.

More Gear Show #2 | PPN | May 20th, 201722 May 201700:38:15

On this “More Gear Show” #2 episode, Scott discusses Camera bodies and invites a second opinion from Allan Weitz, host of the B&H photography podcast.

This episode is sponsored by: Sponsor: Photoplugins.net - use code PHOTOPLUGINS at MacPhun to save $10 off both Luminar and Aurora - or 10% off any MacPhun product.

 

Follow PPN on Twitter to have a chance at future prizes - @Photopodcasts

 

Links to some of the products discussed in this show:

Sony Alpha a9 camera

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II camera

Nikon D500 camera

Nikon D750 camera

We Shoot Mirrorless #2 | PPN | May 10th, 201715 May 201700:53:13

On this “We Shoot Mirrorless” podcast episode, Scott and Marco discuss these new products and mirrorless topics:

  • Scott returned from a workshop in Arizona and shares some AF tips for bird photography.
  • A bit of feedback from NAB
  • Sony introduces a new flagship mirrorless camera. The a9 is aimed at the pro sports photography market and has some impressive specs, but is that enough to win the pro market? We share our thoughts about it.
  • Sony introduces the new FE 100-400mm f4.5 - 5.6 GM OSS lens.
  • Fuji announced two new lenses for its GFX 50s mirrorless medium format camera. The GF 23mm f4 WR and GF 100mm f2 WR will ship in late June 2017.
  • Fuji also announced a new GF lens roadmap with a GF 45mm f2.8 WR for late 2017 and a telephoto prime as well as a teleconverter for 2018. The GFX will also receive a FW update to improve AF in difficult lighting situations and improve exposure compensation options.
  • Olympus introduced firmware updates for the E-M1 Mark II, E-M5 Mark II and PEN-F as well as some updates for lenses.
  • Panasonic also offers a FW update (v1.1) for the GH5 and introduced the Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 8-18mm f2.8-4 ASPH lens.
  • Ricoh showed off a 4K-capable Theta 360° camera at NAB that allows for live streaming as well as a 4-channel mic to record surround audio.
  • Listener Laurence asked which mirrorless camera works best for indoor sports with fast moving action and bad light?
  • We have a We Shoot Mirrorless group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably.

Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)

Please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review about our shows on iTunes.

For more information on Scott Bourne follow him on Twitter: @ScottBourne

For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the Photo Podcast Network show, Scott and Marco will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks on their workflow.

Camera and Inspiration #1 | PPN | April 30th, 201730 Apr 201700:47:23

On the "Camera and Inspiration" show, Scott and Marco talk about inspiration in photography and try to help you to take your camera out with more intent. On this episode they cover the following topics:

  • A warm welcome to the new "Camera and Inspiration" episode at Photo Podcast Network.
  • Scott picks this month inspirational photographer: Diane Arbus (1923 - 1971) American photographer and photojournalist. She is known as one of the early photographers to focus on "marginalized" people of society. Her "An Aperture Monograph" book is one of the most sold photo books in history. And the movie "Fur" (2006, starring Nicole Kidman) tells a fictional version of her life. Do check Diane's work out, she was a true master and still is an inspiration to today's photographers.
  • Why are we so attached to photography? We talk about the documentary gene that make people want to record their daily lives for future generations - dating back to the cave man.
  • Scott shares some tips to help photographers become better at the craft of photography by following some simple advises that he wished he had known when he started with photography:
  • Pay attention to the background.
  • Know your gear backwards and forwards.
  • Wait on the light.
  • Slow down.
  • Get to know your subject REALLY well.
  • Marco's inspirational photo book of the month is called: MOONFIRE by Norman Mailer and is published by TASCHEN (350 pages ca. US-$ 40 / EUR 30). The book documents the probably single most historic event of the 20th century: The moon landing of Apollo 11 on July 20th, 1969. The book has an amazing image quality for 1969 film photography! It's a well-structured visual documentary of the events that lead to the moon landing.

Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review about our shows on iTunes.

For more information on Scott Bourne follow him on Twitter: @ScottBourne
For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

About this show:
On the monthly "Camera and Inspiration" show, Scott and Marco discussed the art, history and motivation in photography that often gets lost in today’s media rich world. Slow down, look closer and put more intent into photography to increase your creativity and final results. And simply spread the pure love of photography.

More Gear Show #1 | PPN | April 20th, 201720 Apr 201700:35:08

On this “More Gear Show” episode, Scott discusses Camera Bags and interviews Mike Sturm, co-founder and designer at Think Tank Photo.

This episode is sponsored by: Photoplugins.net - use code PHOTOPLUGINS at MacPhun to save $10 off both Luminar and Aurora - or 10% off any MacPhun product.

Follow PPN on Twitter to have a chance at future prizes @Photopodcasts

Links to products discussed in this show:

B&H Generic Camera Bag Pages

Scott’s favorite camera bags:


Amazon Basics DSLR and Laptop Backpack

Think Tank Photo Airport Takeoff 2

Think Tank Photo Video Workhorse 21 Shoulder Camera Bag

Pelican 1614 Waterproof 1610 Case with Dividers

Pelican 1510 Carry On Case with Divider Set

THE VEST GUY Scott Bourne Mesh Photo Vest

Tenba Messenger: Large Photo/Laptop Bag

Peak Design Everyday Messenger 15"

We Shoot Mirrorless #1 | PPN | April 10th, 201709 Apr 201700:48:03

On this “We Shoot Mirrorless” podcast episode, Scott and Marco discuss these new products and mirrorless topics:

  • Who are we and why have we started the PPN - Photo Podcast Network?
  • Why are we doing a show only related to mirrorless cameras and photography?
  • What are the advantages and disadvantages of mirrorless cameras compared to DSLR cameras?
  • Marco has recently sold his Fuji X-Pro2 and shares ten reasons, why he was unhappy with the camera.
  • Scott answers two listener questions. One related to a camera update to DSLR or mirrorless and one related to his experience with the AF settings of his new Olympus OM-D E-M1 MK II camera, and if these will also work on lower end models from Olympus?
  • Scott has a new site that is sharing information on photo plugins called: http://www.photoplugins.net
  • We have a brand new We Shoot Mirrorless group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably.

 

Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review about our shows on iTunes.

 

For more information on Scott Bourne follow him on Twitter: @ScottBourne

For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the Photo Podcast Network show, Scott and Marco will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks on their workflow.

Camera and Inspiration #29 | PPN | Looking back at the past decade of photography - with Scott Bourne30 Dec 201901:15:40

Marco invited back his friend and PPN co-founder Scott Bourn to the traditional “end of the year in front of the virtual fireplace” Camera and Inspiration episode. And as this is also the last show of the decade, they look back at the past ten years and how it has influenced the world of photography.

 

This show is sponsored by COSYSPEED: http://bit.ly/STREETOMATIC 

 

COSYSPEED Lens Pouche Indigogo campaign: http://bit.ly/fundlenspouch 

 

Inspirational photographer of the month:

Scott picked Japanese photographer Hiroshi Sugimoto (born 1948 in Tokyo). Scott is particularly impressed with the Diorama photography that Hiroshi Sugimoto creates. It is a great example that there are many different areas in photography away from the very common themes that are worth exploring and that can lead to an excellent portfolio and make a photographer famous in a niche genre, too. Sugimoto has more work that is worth exploring and he has won many international photo awards and exhibited his work around the world. You can find out more about Hiroshi Sugimoto by visiting his website: https://www.sugimotohiroshi.com


Here is a video interview where Hiroshi Sugimoto talks about his diorama work: https://youtu.be/q9GiyPbLYPg

 

What has happened in the past decade of photography?

Some of the important photographers that have passed away in the past decade:

 

Robert Frank 1924-2019 - 94- Swiss / American Photographer. He was working for Life, Vogue and Fortune Magazine. In 1955 he received a Guggenheim grant that allowed him to do a social documentary in the USA for 2 years. Frank took 28.000 images during this time and 83 of these images were curated and published in the book “The Americans” that turned out to be the most important photo documentary of the 1950s in the US.

 

Peter Lindbergh (1944-2019) - He was a German fashion photographer. His image of five young models in downtown NY made the cover of the British Vogue in 1990. This started a new Zeitgeist in fashion photography after the high-gloss and make-up overkill era of the 1980s. He created a new understanding of female beauty with his black and white raw and alluring film images.

 

Fred Herzog (1930-2019) - He was a documentary photographer who was born in Germany and migrated to Vancouver Canada in 1953 where he documented the seemingly unspectacular everyday life of the city with his Leica on Kodachrome film.

 

Terry O’Neill (1938-2019) - He was a British celebrity photographer - He documented celebrities like the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Elton John and so on. And he did it mainly in a candid photography style.

 

Robert Freeman (1936-2019) - He was also a British photographer who is known as the Beatles photographer.

 

Ara Güler (1928-2018) - Ara was probably the most influential Turkish photographer so far. He was also a Magnum photographer that traveled the world and captured many amazing images with his analog camera on B&W film. But most of his work portraits his home town Istanbul - his portfolio is an amazing visual history of this city. His nickname was the Eye of Istanbul.

https://www.magnumphotos.com/newsroom/ara-guler-1928-2018/

 

Ren Hang (1987-2017) - He is regarded as a controversial Chinese photographer who was known for taking nude portraits of his friends. But he suffered from depression and took his life at age 29. His work is currently exhibited at the ℅ Berlin photo gallery it runs until February 29th, 2020.

 

Ben Martin (1930-2017) - He was a staff photographer for TIME and LIFE magazine who covered many memorable events like presidential debates between Nixon and Kennedy, JFK’s funeral, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s civil rights events.

 

Pete Turner (1934-2017) - He was one of the first masters of color photography. He started to experiment with colors as a teenager and his work merged the lines between art and commercial photography. He loved breaking the rules and this made him one of the most influential photographers of all time. Some of his stunning color photos can be seen in the book Color of Jazz. His most famous photo shows a giraffe silhouette with a bright red sky and purple ground.

 

Mary Ellen Mark (1940-2015) - She was a US photojournalist and Magnum member. She focused most of her work showing people who lived at the fringes of society. Her images display the empathy that she must have felt for her subjects.

 

Saul Leiter (1923-2013) - He was a US photographer and painter. His street photos of New York are beautifully captured and many resemble the look of a beautiful painting.

 

There are countless more amazing photographers that we did not cover here - many not as famous as they would have deserved to be but that have created amazing work. And we’ll continue to pick one photographer on each PPN Camera and Inspiration show in the future. But if you want to share other photographers that you feel very strongly about just add that photographers' name with a quick explanation of what you like about his or her work to the show notes below.



Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month: “Born Free and Equal - The Story of Loyal Japanese Americans ” by Ansel Adams.

An overview from the publisher:

“On February 19, 1942, U.S. presidential order forcibly removed more than 110,000 persons from their homes to one of ten "war relocation centers" across the country. All were of Japanese ancestry, but two-thirds were American citizens. Ralph Merritt, then director of Manzanar War Relocation Center, asked friend Ansel Adams to photograph the center, set against the remote mountains of California's Sierra Nevada.

The resulting effort, Born Free and Equal: The Story of Loyal Japanese Americans, written and photographed by Adams, was released in 1944 to the American public as a book and exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Reeling from the impact of the bombing of Pearl Harbor and unable to make the distinction between American citizens of Japanese ancestry and the Japanese enemy of war, Adams' message was essentially lost on the American public.”

The book is published by: Spotted Dog Press

128 Pages

Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/Born-Free-Equal-Japanese-Americans/dp/1893343057



Links to Scott Bourne:

Web: https://scottbourne.online 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bourne.scott/

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/scottbourne 

Podcast: https://picturemethods.com/category/podcasts/ 

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/ 

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork 

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts 

Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/PPN-GooglePodcast

Spotify: http://bit.ly/PPN-fm



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About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

Q&A #25 | PPN |Best of PPN Q&A from 201913 Dec 201901:15:06

So many great photography-related questions were sent to PPN this year and Marco picks some of the best questions as a roundup to get you motivated and inspired for your photography projects in 2020.

Please submit your photography-related questions to us here: http://www.photopodcasts.com/contact.html 

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Marco Larousse Street Photography Workshop: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops 

 

Skylum Luminar 4 - Supercharge your image editing and organizing

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 

 

Here are the questions that Marco answers in this episode:

 

  1. Hi Marco, I have been listening to Scott and you for many years on different podcasts. But I love how you run and structure PPN. This has become my favorite podcast channel. As a listener for many years, you now have finally convinced me to start a photo project for 2019. But now I’m sitting here all excited but without an idea what kind of topic to choose. Can you help me with some advice on how I can come up with a good personal photo project? I’m an avid amateur photographer but do have some free time for photo projects. Thanks for all the hard work and great shows!

 

Question from: Willem, Rotterdam, Netherlands

Link to Marco’s “Hamburg Unstaged 2017” street photography project on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qo2YUDUgV5I



  1. Hi Marco, You have mentioned in the past that photographers should not work for free because images have value and there is quite a high direct cost involved with photography (like camera, lens, training, storage, software, computer, etc.). But would you consider to work for free for a charitable non-profit organization? I have been approached by a local organization and would like to hear your opinion if I should make an exception here? Love the shows! Regards, Soeren

Question from: Soeren, Stockholm, Sweden



  1. Hi Marco, I have been shooting my first events and weddings this year. I shoot in color and often with a flash. Most of the time the color and white balance on the subject is pretty spot on, but the background with artificial room light is sometimes completely off and looks distracting. How can I get more consistent results throughout the frame?

Question from: Helen, Portland, Oregon

 

Gear and apps discussed in this question:

 

Rogue Gels Filter Kit (Set of 20):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2ZuHmnv 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2T5A5bs

 

MagMod Professional Flash Kit:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2ZISYUd  

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2MF2unx

 

App with info for Gel Color Filters: 

Lee Swatch for iPhone: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id882232668

Lee Swatch for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.leefilters.com

 

 

  1. Hey Marco, just a quick general question: Would you prefer one camera with either a zoom lens or with two prime lenses?

Question from: Marcel, Vienna, Austria



  1. Hello Marco, I have a gear and marketing related question for you. I am working part-time as an event and wedding photographer. On my jobs, I use a Fuji X-T2 and a Fuji X-Pro 2 with prime lenses. My clients are always satisfied with the results that I deliver. But especially at weddings I often see guests with much bigger and more expensive DSLR cameras taking pictures as well. And sometimes I get asked if I plan on upgrading to a pro camera any time, soon - or similar questions. I know that my images are good, but do you think that it would help to upgrade to a larger kit in order to look more professional and maybe charge more money for my jobs in the future?

Question from: Steve, Hong Kong

Gear discussed in this question:

 

Battery grips for Fuji:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SvvvFl

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2RNOK92 

 

Battery grips for Olympus:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SvFfPX

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Gc89yV 

 

Battery grips for Panasonic:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SyEENE 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2RIKrf9 

 

Battery grips for Sony:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SyF8mW 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2UGO3ju 

 

Battery grips for Canon:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SChhm6

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2TAacjj 

 

Battery grips for Nikon:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SxvBwh 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2DbFoOY



  1. I’m having a hard time judging the true color of my printed photos. I have a calibrated LCD monitor and a calibrated ICC workflow. The images come out in my studio the way I want, but when I bring them to hang at a customer's house or display them at a coffee shop, they often have a different color tint. How can I avoid this?

Question from: Matthew, Ontario, Canada

 

Gear discussed in this question:

 

Philips Hue White Ambiance LED Light Starter Kit

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2PIWsC2 

Amazon Germany:https://amzn.to/2qKhrvU   

 

 

  1. Hi Marco, 2019 is the year I want to seriously improve my photography. I do have some basic skills but somehow my photos are boring and I don’t get a lot of encouraging comments or likes for them. I do enjoy the inspiration on the PPN shows, but can you give me some extra homework or inspiration to live and breathe photography in 2019? Thanks!

 

Question from: Julia, Oakland, California



 

  1. Hola Marco, I am really inspired by the inspirational photographers that you have interviewed and introduced at PPN. I have looked at many of their images and this has challenged me to take an iconic photo one day. I am an avid amateur and know how to take good photos. Some of my images have been printed in a local newspaper already. I know that this is not an easy question to answer, but what can I do to achieve my dream one day?

Question from: Juan, Madrid, Spain



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We Shoot Mirrorless #28 | PPN | 4 new mirrorless cameras and more.21 Nov 201901:02:02

Marco has invited back his friend and long-time mirrorless camera reviewer and expert Mathieu Gasquet. Mat and his significant other - Heather - are also the founders of www.MirrorLessons.com / and www.MirrorlessComparison.com.

This show is sponsored by:

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/STREETOMATIC 

and

Skylum Luminar - The cutting edge photo editor

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 



Marco’s Street Photography exhibition: “Poetry of coincidence” will be shown at ErsteReihe.Hamburg Gallery from November 21st to December 7th.

Google Map link: https://goo.gl/maps/PGaP9uhmHibQTURE6 

 

Nikon Z50

Nikon is entering the mirrorless APS-C sensor market with this camera.

This camera uses the Z-mount and offers a 21MP CMOS sensor with a 209-point Hybrid AF System. But unlike the Z6 & Z7 it does not have in-body image stabilization. But it’s also smaller and lighter than the Full Frame Z-Siblings while still offering Nikon-like grip and ergonomics. The 90° tilt-up and 180° tilt-down LCD is unique but may interfere with tripods if you want to use the LCD as a selfie screen.

 

Nikon Z50

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2reW1Xv 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/35iefpW 



Olympus E-M5 III

The new E-M5 III shares a lot of features of the E-M1 MK II. It has a 20MP m4/3 sensor with a 121-point phase and CDAF and a 50MP high-res mode as well as 30 fps burst and 10fps with continuous AF shooting modes. On the video side it shoots 4K up to 24p and Full HD up to 60p is supported. The EVF now moved from an LCD to an OLED system which should improve the viewing experience. And Olympus continues to make their cameras more weatherproof - a feature that I have started to appreciate - when it works - in recent months. The E-M5 MK III is now IPX-1 rated. Bluetooth has also been added for better connectivity with your mobile devices.

 

Olympus E-M5 III

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Xzrfol   

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2XxmnjB  



Sony a9 II

After 2.5 years in production, Sony’s flagship sports camera gets a refined update. While the sensor and amount of AF pixel stayed the same, the new processor improves overall responsiveness and AF tracking reliability. The mechanical shutter can now shoot 10 fps. A second UHS-II SD card slot also improves the ability to offload the images fast to SD-cards. But the upgrade from 100 Mbit to a built-in Gigabit Ethernet port plus implementation of 5GHz ac Wi-Fi also helps to offload the images quickly to the photo agencies.

 

Sony a9 II

B&H: https://bhpho.to/34cqILW    



Leica SL2

Leica announced an update to their Full Frame SL camera line. The camera has a 47MP FF CMOS sensor with CDAF and now finally a 5-axis IBIS is built-in. A 187MP high res mode enables the user to create huge high-quality prints. And a 5.76M-dot OLED EVF is also a useful improvement. The camera allows for 10 fps burst shooting with mechanical shutter and locked AF which drops to 6fps in continuous AF mode. And pretty much all of these are the specs of the Panasonic Lumix S1R, too. But the Leica does have a different body design and it has a beautiful top plate LCD as well as 2 SD-card slots instead of the 1 SD and 1 XQD slot on the S1 and S1R. What’s lacking on the Leica is a tilting LCD screen. At launch, the SL2 is priced at $6000 US and is about twice the price of the Lumix S1R.

 

Leica SL II

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2KDRAg3 

 

Panasonic Lumix S1R

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IoT9zJ





Mirrorless question of the month:

Hello Marco, I have my Olympus EM-10 for 3 years now. Time to upgrade? Not so sure, I'm wondering if I rather keep it until I will start to see mechanical or electronic issues? The new EM-10 and 5 mark III are more capable (better image stabilization, more pixels, better Continuous autofocus...) but I still enjoy my ''old'' camera and knows its limitations. I think I would rather invest the money in lenses, travels or workshops, no? What do you think?

Question by: Christophe, Canada




  • We have a PPN Photo Podcast Network group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably. You can also submit an image using the Instagram hashtag #WeShootMirrorless

 




Links to Mathieu Gasquet (Mat):

Web: mirrorlessons.com

Web: mirrorlesscomparison.com

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MirrorLessons 

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/ 

 

Links to PPN:

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Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

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For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Marco and a guest will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear, and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks about their workflow.

Camera and Inspiration #28 | PPN | How to get your photos into an exhibition - with Martin U. Waltz04 Nov 201901:01:06

Showing your photos as physical prints to the public is one of the most rewarding moments for a photographer. But at first it may feel a bit overwhelming to achieve this goal - but it may be easier to accomplish than you think.

 

Marco invited his friend and photographer Martin U. Waltz to discuss some easy steps and strategies that can help you to get your images into an exhibition. Martin has participated in about 25 public exhibitions and experienced many different approaches to exhibitions in the process that he shares with the PPN audience in this episode.

 

Martin U. Waltz is a street photographer, author, and workshop host from Germany. He mainly roams the streets of Berlin as this is the city where he lives in.

In the past years, he has won many international photo awards and his images have been exhibited around the world. A couple of years ago he joined Marco Larousse and Siegfried Hansen in an effort to make street photography more accepted and known in Germany. Since then, the three have created the German Street Photography site. Contributed to publish the photobook: “Streetfotografie made in Germany”. And this year, they organized the first German Street Photography Festival.

 

Marco Larousse street photo Exhibition: “Poetry of Coincidence”

November 21st - December 7th in Hamburg:

Erstereihe Galerie - Lange Reihe 76 - 20099 Hamburg (St. Georg)

Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/iQtbo3x3xfwTVqo8A

 

Inspirational photographer of the month:

Martin picked Swiss-American Photographer Robert Frank (1924 - 2019) known for his raw and at the time revolutionary unstaged photojournalistic style. Robert Frank recently passed away and Martin wanted to recognize Frank’s work that will live on and continue to inspire many generations of photographers from the present but also well in the future of mankind.

You can see some of Frank’s images on Artsy.net: https://www.artsy.net/artist/robert-frank 

 

Martins previous appearance at PPN in the Camera and Inspiration episode #8 for November 2017: Camera and Inspiration #8 | PPN | November 30th, 2017

 

Setting up a photo exhibition. Here is a video that shows the last exhibition that Marco curated and set up at Berlin Photo Week: https://youtu.be/q4ki4rCEL3o



Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month: “The Americans” by Robert Frank.

To go along with Martin's inspirational photographer of the month pick, Martin also selected a matching photobook by Robert Frank. “The Americans” 

The book showed, unlike the usual American photojournalism of that time, the tension of American culture and the strong differences between wealth, race and different classes at that time.

The book was not received well in the US in the beginning. Frank’s work was called out by critics to be inferior due to technical imperfections by his use of a small frame 35mm handheld camera for his work. The image content was also often put down as irrelevant snapshots especially by those who liked the US to be seen only from the shiny side.

Only over time did the public and art world’s opinion change on “The Americans” and today, it is one of the most important “honest” social documentation of that time in the US.

 

The book is published by Steidl and has 180 Pages

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/32ZiTIM

Steidl: https://steidl.de/Books/The-Americans-2131325657.html 



Links to Martin U. Waltz:

Web: https://streetberlin.net/

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/martinuwaltz

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

Street Berlin Workshop - Berlin - December 13-15, 2019: https://streetberlin.net/photoworkshopberlin/street-photography-workshop-berlin-3-2-2/



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops 

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm 

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ppnphotopodcastnetwork

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts 

 


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About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.



We Shoot Mirrorless #27 | PPN | Talking about new mirrorless cameras with Angela Nicholson18 Oct 201901:05:45

Marco has invited back his friend, journalist, and reviewer of cameras and photographic equipment Angela Nicholson to talk about the latest news from the world of mirrorless cameras.

 

This show is sponsored by:

 

Skylum Luminar - The cutting edge photo editor

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 

and

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/STREETOMATIC 



Canon has released the EOS M200. The new M200 replaced the M100 entry-level APS-C camera. It still has a 24MP APS-C sensor and a 180° touch LCD. But the new Digic 8 processor is supposed to improve the AF with Dual Pixel AF and eye detection.

Canon EOS M200

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IWGxxG 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2BmvCc8 

 

Canon PowerShot G5X MK II

The G5 X MK II is a high-end compact camera with a 20MP 1” sensor. It has a fixed 24-120mm f1.8-2.8 zoom lens. But one of its special features is a pop-up EVF and flash.

The touch-LCD tilts up 180° and 90° down and on the video side, the camera shoots 4K/30p and up to 120p in full HD video.

Canon PowerShot G5X MK II

B&H: https://bhpho.to/33Dx6ek  

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2MmgfH2 

 

Fuji announced the development of the X-Pro 3. This new iteration of the X-Pro line from Fuji will have a better Hybrid Electronic- and optical viewfinder and it finally gets a tilt-LCD. But as much as Marco has been wanting this feature on the X-Pro line, he has quite some concerns if the way that Fuji implemented it will be very convenient in real-life situations.

 

Fuji also announced the development of an XF 50mm f1.0 lens. But this lens will come instead of the long-time announced XF 33mm f1.0 lens. Why did they change their mind and was this a good decision?

 

Marco’s Fuji X-T2 has issues with the weather sealing and the Fuji Cam Remote app continues to have serious issues.

 

Fuji has also announced an update to the entry-level X-A5 that is now called X-A7.

The camera has a new 24MP APS-C bayer pattern sensor with 8.5 times more phase-detection AF-Pixel than the previous X-A5. The camera has only 4 buttons: A shared drive/trash bin, a replay, a shared Menu/OK, and a display button. Plus an AF-Joystick that helps to operate the camera next to the 3.5” touch LCD. The camera will be available in 4 colors and will hit the stores on October 24th.

Fuji X-A7

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2nYdB0U 

 

Sony introduced the a7R IV. This is a 61MP full-frame camera that also offers a high-res mode with 240MP. The OLED EVF as 5.7 Mio. dot and the 4K video mode does not add a crop to the width of the sensor.

Sony a7R IV

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2BqoYS9 

 

Sony also added the new entry-level a6100 and the flagship a6600 to their APS-C lineup. The a6100 is a stripped-down a6400 with a lower resolution EVF. The new a6600 has IBIS, faster tracking AF and uses bigger Z-type batteries that hold about twice the capacity compared to the smaller W-series that the other a6000 cameras are using.

 

Sony a6100

B&H: https://bhpho.to/31pU9rm 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/35IAFlj 

 

Sony a6600

B&H: https://bhpho.to/35E6onz 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2OVAb5q 



Panasonic has released the Lumix S1H camera. This is the video-centric version for the S1 lineup. The full-frame camera has a dual native ISO sensor with 24MP that allows fro 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording at 4K/60P. Compared to the S1 siblings with one SD and one XQD memory slot, this camera has 2 SD card slots.

 

Panasonic Lumix S1H

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2qkXbjT 

Panasonic Lumix S1

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Ip0pLK 

 

Panasonic Lumix S1R

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IoT9zJ 



Panasonic also added the Lumix S PRO 24-70mm f2.8 lens to the lineup.

B&H: https://bhpho.to/31nSBy7




Mirrorless question of the month:

With the latest smartphone camera improvements does it still make sense to buy a compact camera to always have with you when your big main camera stays at home? And if you favor a compact camera, which one would you recommend?

Question by: Luis, Madrid, Spain

 

Recommended cameras in the answer:

 

Sony RX VII

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2J1b1OV 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2oOECnK 

 

Panasonic Lumix LX100 II

B&H: https://bhpho.to/35Hmk8L 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2MppHcM 

 

Canon PowerShot G5X MK II

B&H: https://bhpho.to/33Dx6ek  

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2MmgfH2

 

Canon EOS M200

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IWGxxG 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2BmvCc8 



  • We have a PPN Photo Podcast Network group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably. You can also submit an image using the Instagram hashtag #WeShootMirrorless

 

  • We have picked our monthly featured photographer and image from the submitted photos. Our monthly We Shoot Mirrorless feature photo and photographer of the month is: Helen Hooker - Racing into the golden hour. See his image at the bottom of this page.




Links to Angela Nicholson:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngeNicholson

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngeNicholson 

 

Links to Camera Jabber:

Web: CameraJabber.com

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/camerajabber 

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

 

Links to SheClicks:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sheclicksnet/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/sheclicksnet 

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



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/ 

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork 




Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.


And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on iTunes.

For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Marco and a guest will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear, and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks about their workflow.

Q&A #24 | PPN |Two primes or one zoom lens, how to fine tune your color workflow, and how to set up your ambient workspace lights?03 Oct 201900:32:18

Episode summary: When is the right time to choose two prime lenses over one zoom lens? Additional questions regarding a better color management workflow. And how to set up the lighting in your photo editing workspace? These questions are answered in this  PPN Q&A episode #24.

 

Please submit your photography-related questions to us here: http://www.photopodcasts.com/contact.html 


This episode is sponsored by:

Marco Larousse Street Photography Workshop October 25-27, 2019: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops

 

Skylum Luminar 3 - Supercharge your image editing and organizing

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 

 


Here are the questions that Marco answers in this episode:

 

  1. Hey Marco, just a quick general question: Would you prefer one camera with either a zoom lens or with two prime lenses?

Question from: Marcel, Vienna, Austria


  1. I have a few questions regarding the most recent Photography and Gear Show (#24) with Ross Grieve. (Link-> https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/photography-and-gear-24-ppn-color-management-is-easy-with-ross-grieve

Though I love the results I get with my Colorchecker Passport, I've found it can be a bit cumbersome managing all of the profiles in LightRoom. Does Ross recommend keeping them all, or does he delete some of the more specific or odd ones after he's finished with the images from that shoot? If he does delete them, does he have an easy way to do it? Because all of the tutorials I read online were a bit involved.

 

He commented that he used the grey/white card part of the Colorchecker and also the part with all the colored squares. But the colored square part has a white square on it. Why do both?

 

Do either of you have any recommendations for the types of light bulbs and lamps used in the room where you do your post-processing? And where should the lamp be in the room, relative to the monitor?

 

Also, he commented on doing images on way home from a trip once, which was interesting because the light would continuously change conditions in the car. Did he feel confident in post-processing on the move because he had previously calibrated his device via the color management systems and therefore trusted that the device had it right even if it looked different to his eyes? Thank you so much for your time and expertise.

Questions from: Jennifer, Toledo, Ohio


Gear discussed in this answer:

 

X-Rite ColorChecker Passport Photo:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/30Gou5A 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2LbtVmn 

 

X-Rite ColorMunki Photographer Kit (Standard Display Calibration & ColorChecker):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/30HYjLU 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2zqel0L 

 

X-Rite ColorMunki Smile (Very Basic Display Calibration):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/30DEJQY 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2LbjvU1 

 

X-Rite ColorMunki Display (Standard Display Calibration):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2oKEKkE 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2KZ40zs 

 

X-Rite i1 Display Pro (Display and Projector Calibration):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/30Q24z3 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2PjYdJe 

 

X-Rite i1 Studio Spectrophotometer (Display, Projector, Scanner, and Printer Calibration):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/30JOHAc 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Zr6EqQ 

 

Philips Hue White Ambiance LED Light Starter Kit

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2nLIkyg

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2oDMhoM  



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

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Links to Ross Grieve:

Web: http://www.rossgrieve.com 

Twitter: @RossGrievePhoto

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ross.grieve 

Podcast: http://www.talkingshot.co.uk

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

 

Links to PPN:

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Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork

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Camera and Inspiration #27 | PPN | Milestone - PPN episode #100 - Inspiration with Ibarionex Perello12 Sep 201901:07:14

For the 100th PPN podcast episode, Marco invited Ibarionex Perello to the show. Ibarionex is a photographer, writer, educator, and podcast host. He has been working in the photo industry for more than 25 years and has written and photographed for publications including Outdoor Photographer, Rangefinder, Shutterbug and he is also the author of 6 photography books so far. Besides that, he is an Adjunct Professor at the Art Center College of Design and he’s a real celebrity in the photography podcast universe. He is the host and producer of “The Candid Frame Photography podcast” that he started in 2006. Since then he has interviewed hundreds of inspiring photographers, including some really famous ones, that are discussed in the episode. Currently, he has published more than 480 episodes!

On this episode, Ibarionex shares some of the most interesting and memorable interviews with photographers that he has done in all those years and how it has influenced his view on photography?

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Skylum Luminar - Simple and fast photo editing software

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 

 

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/STREETOMATIC



Inspirational photographer of the month:

Ibarionex picks American photographer Mary Ellen Mark (1940 - 2015) known for her photojournalism/documentary photography. She photographed people who were away from mainstream society and toward its more interesting, often troubled edges of society.

Her photography went on to address such social issues such as homelessness, loneliness, drug addiction, and prostitution. Children are a recurring subject throughout much of her work.

She was very good with people so that they would trust her and open up their soul without acting or pretending to be part of the socially accepted mainstream. 

“When Photographing I want to reach out and touch something that I feel is at the core of people.” - Mary Ellen Mark

http://www.maryellenmark.com 

 

Inspiring photographers that Ibarionex has interviewed and talked about in this episode:

Mary Ellen Mark

http://www.maryellenmark.com/ 

 

Joel Meyerowitz

https://www.joelmeyerowitz.com/

 

Dan Winters

https://danwintersphoto.com/

 

Safi Alia Shabiak

https://flashbulbfloozy.com/

 

The Candid Frame episode with Safi Alia Shabiak:

http://www.ibarionex.net/thecandidframe/2019/4/28/the-candid-frame-464-safi-alia-shabaik



Links to Ibarionex Perello’s work and social media accounts:

Website:www.thecandidframe.com  

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ibarionex  

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

Japan Workshop with Ibarionex: https://www.nobechicreative.com/workshops#/tokyo-explorations-in-the-metropolis-with-ibarionex-perello-and-george-nobechi/

 

Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month:

“Making Photographs - Developing a Personal Visual Workflow” by Ibarionex Perello.

“In Making Photographs, photographer Ibarionex Perello teaches you how to face and conquer two of the greatest challenges for a photographer: to consistently make good images and to see the photographic possibilities all around you.”

 

Published by Rocky Nook (and in Germany by dPunkt Verlag) - 320 Pages

 

English version: http://www.ibarionex.net/thecandidframe/2018/9/26/40-off-making-photographs-developing-a-personal-visual-workflow  

 

German version at Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/34E90Bu




Marco Larousse Street Photography Workshop October 2019: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm 

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ppnphotopodcastnetwork

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts 



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

Check out the Skylum LUMINAR software:

Link: http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 (use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on iTunes.

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

Photography and Gear #24 | PPN | Color Management is Easy with Ross Grieve29 Aug 201900:41:31

PPN listeners have requested a show on Color Management and Workflow as this is an important step in your photography workflow in order to get consistent looking image results. But some photographers leave this step out because it seems to be too complicated or they just go with their gut feeling. But thanks to modern technology, things are not that hard anymore as it used to be and on this show, we’ll explain the why and the how of a color-managed workflow in an easy to understand way. Because one of the biggest secrets of a color-managed workflow is that it’s pretty easy to do once you use the right tools.

 

We’ve invited pro photographer and color management expert, Ross Grieve to the show to take us step by step through a good color management process. Ross is a qualified member of the Master Photography Association, a Panasonic LUMIX Ambassador and an X-Rite Coloratti Master.

 

This show is sponsored by:

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/STREETOMATIC

(use the discount code “ppn10” at checkout for extra savings)

 

 

Skylum Luminar3 - The cutting edge photo editor

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 

(use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)



These are some of the relevant color management accessories that Marco and Ross cover on this episode:

 

X-Rite ColorChecker Passport Photo:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/30Gou5A 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2LbtVmn 

 

X-Rite ColorMunki Photographer Kit (Standard Display Calibration & ColorChecker):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/30HYjLU 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2zqel0L 

 

X-Rite ColorMunki Smile (Very Basic Display Calibration):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/30DEJQY 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2LbjvU1 

 

X-Rite ColorMunki Display (Standard Display Calibration):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2oKEKkE 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2KZ40zs 

 

X-Rite i1 Display Pro (Display and Projector Calibration):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/30Q24z3 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2PjYdJe 

 

X-Rite i1 Studio Spectrophotometer (Display, Projector, Scanner, and Printer Calibration):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/30JOHAc 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Zr6EqQ 

 

Printing and color management PPN More Gear Show #16 with Travis Mc Connaghy from Hahnemuehle paper:

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/more-gear-show-16-ppn-how-to-print-better-photos-with-travis-mc-connaghy-from-hahnemuehle 



Demystifying color management for your printing with Ross Grieve (YouTube):

https://youtu.be/WkQQbbYrzlg

 

Getting Perfect Color in Any Light with the ColorChecker Passport Photo 2:

https://youtu.be/TEzP8AynPos

 


Links to Ross Grieve:

Web: http://www.rossgrieve.com 

Twitter: @RossGrievePhoto

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ross.grieve 

Podcast: http://www.talkingshot.co.uk



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://youtube.com/c/ppnphotopodcastnetwork 



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Camera and Inspiration #38 | PPN | Water People Stories - The creation process for meaningful photo projects with Dr. Pia Parolin27 Jul 202301:00:18

On this PPN Camera and Inspiration episode, Marco interviewed the biologist, photographer, and author Dr. Pia Parolin on the show. Pia has published different books in the field of biology and in the field of photography. With her latest photo project “Water People Stories”, she uses the access and skills that she has in both professions, to make her scientific work more accessible to the broad public.

 

This show is sponsored by MPB.com: www.MPB.com

 

Inspirational Photographer of the Month:

Pia picked Russian-born American photographer Anastasia Samoylova. Anastasia’s work revolves around environmentalism, consumerism, and the picturesque. She has exhibited her work in many museums worldwide. She has also published several photo books with some of the finest publishers in the industry.

You can find out more about Anastasia Samoylova’s work by visiting her website:

https://www.anasamoylova.com/



Water People Stories - The creation process for meaningful photo projects:

In the main segment of this show, Pia shared how she started her latest photo project “Water People Stories” - the project combines her work and skills as a scientist in wetland ecology and as a photographer for street- and documentary photography. Pia realized that scientists are often good at communicating their results amongst themselves. But they are usually not that good at communicating it outside the scientific world. Pia wants to change that with her new photo project, where she combines her scientific experience and access with her photography. In this project, she wants to tell individual stories about people all around the world, and how water impacts their daily lives.

For those people who live in urban spaces, access to water is taken for granted. But that is not the case for people all around the world, and climate change and global warming may have a negative impact on the water supply for many more people in the future. 



Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month:

Pia’s pick: “Floridas by Anastasia Samoylova".

From the publisher’s description:

“Evans witnessed modern Florida emerging in the 1930s, with its blend of cultures, waves of tourism, stark beauty, and blatant vulgarity. He photographed there until the 1970s, making Polaroids that still feel contemporary. Samoylova inherits what Evans saw coming. With intelligence and humor, she picks her way through the seductions and disappointments of a place that symbolizes the contradictions of the United States today. In Floridas, photographs by Samoylova and Evans are presented in parallel, weaving past and present, switching between black-and-white and color imagery…”

The book is published by Steidel and has 192 pages

Amazon: https://amzn.to/471qfwR

Photo Festivals that Marco and Pia mentioned:

 

German Street Photography Festival is a part of PHOTOPIA 21. - 24. September 2023 (Hamburg, Germany)

https://www.photopia-hamburg.com/en/

 

Regensburg Festival of Photography 23. - 26. November 2023 (Regensburg, Germany)

https://festival-fotografischer-bilder.de/

 

Open Your Eyes Zurich from September 8. - October 15. 2023 (Zurich, Switzerland)

https://openyoureyesfestival.photo/de/




Links to Pia Parolin:

Web: https://www.piaparolin.com/

Instagram: @piaparolinphoto

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCha1UoRqcGOud_W_cyJCFjQ

Facebook: pia.parolin

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/ 

Eigen Energie Wende: https://www.eigenenergiewende.de

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork 

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts 

Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/PPN-GooglePodcast

Spotify: http://bit.ly/PPN-fm



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About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and creating stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

We Shoot Mirrorless #26 | PPN | Micro Four Thirds is NOT DEAD15 Aug 201901:05:40

Due to popular demand, we share our thought on claims that the M4/3 system is dead. Marco invited Scott Bourne back on the show to step on their virtual soapbox and discuss some of the claims about the demise of the M4/3 system now that so many new Full-Frame mirrorless camera systems have entered the market. And in the second half of the show, they cover some mirrorless news, a mirrorless listener question, and pick the mirrorless photographer and photo of the month.

 

This show is sponsored by:

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/STREETOMATIC 

 

Skylum Luminar3 - The cutting edge photo editor

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 


The claim “Micro Four-Thirds is dead, ranks pretty high on the clickbait charts these days, but there are plenty of facts and arguments that contradict these claims. For example, some people may see the introduction of the Full-Frame S1 camera system by Panasonic LUMIX as proof, that Panasonic will abandon their M4/3 camera system. While looking at Fuji and Sony who run two complete camera systems with different sensor sizes successfully next to each other, such a move can simply be seen as a move to grow market share catering to more photographers. Besides that, different sensor sizes do have certain advantages over the other and some of these are covered in this episode.

Some cameras and lenses matching this conversation are:

Olympus OM-D E-M1X

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2CEmWhH 

 

Panasonic LUMIX G9

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Jy9B0u 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2KxmzJy 

 

Panasonic GH5

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2JQLhr1 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/31t1AP4 

 

Olympus ED 300mm f4 IS PRO lens

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2JQ4kBB 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2yOsSTB 

 

Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm f2.8-4 ASPH O.I.S.

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2JEkV7s 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2YUw4I9 

 

LUMIX S1

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Ip0pLK 

 

LUMIX S1R

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IoT9zJ 

 

Hasselblad X1D II 50C

Scott and Marco both tested the first iteration of Hasselblad’s mirrorless FF camera about 3 years ago. The upgraded second version of this camera has improved in especially in the speed and usability department. A huge rear LCD and higher resolution EVF next to quicker start-up time and less blackout time between shots. Marco was also really impressed by the new USB-C option to tether the camera directly to your iPad Pro and run Hasselblad’s Phocus 2 app as an instant preview and editing extension to your workflow. And another nice fact about the camera is that the price has been reduced considerably compared to the release price of the previous version.

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2ZLIOlG 

 

Hasselblad CFV II

Scott and Marco have fond memories of working with their analog V500 Hasselblad systems. And now Hasselblad revives the system with the CFV II 50C digital back. It attaches to old analog V500 cameras and turns them into a digital medium format camera system. But with the addition of the new tiny 907X body, the CFV II tunes into a very compact medium format camera for the new Hasselblad XCD lens system. And conveniently, that setup allows for autofocus, too.

 

Hasselblad 907X Special Edition

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2ZPYrZ4 



Olympus Tough TG-6 Camera

SSummertimeis rugged camera time and Olympus added some improved features to this latest iteration of the TG-system that Marco and Scott discuss.

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2ZMwIsx 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2TpmH1R 

 

Olympus 150-400mm f4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO lens

Scott shares some thoughts on the future Olympus tele-zoom lens that maybe the next game-changer in wildlife photography.




Mirrorless question of the month:

What're your views on attracting birds for photography? For me bating is out of the question but what about calling birds with your phone with an app is that acceptable?

Question by: Rick, Toronto, Canada

 

Marco adds a mirrorless component to the question:

What are Scott’s two suggested bird photography setups right now?

 

  1. Budget set:

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2LpfCct  

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/31o0LqO

 

Olympus ED 75-300mm f4.8-6.7 II lens

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2ZJDKOB

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2YC53Ol 

 

  1. Pro set:

Olympus OM-D E-M1X

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2CEmWhH   

 

Olympus ED 300mm f4 IS PRO lens

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2JQ4kBB 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2yOsSTB 

 

  • We have a PPN Photo Podcast Network group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably. You can also submit an image using the Instagram hashtag #WeShootMirrorless

 

  • We have picked our monthly featured photographer and image from the submitted photos. Our monthly We Shoot Mirrorless feature photo and photographer of the month is: Paul Stuart  - Title: Arctic Tern. See his image at the bottom of this page.



Links to Scott Bourne:

Web: https://scottbourne.online 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bourne.scott/

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/scottbourne 

Podcast: https://picturemethods.com/category/podcasts/ 

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/ 

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork 



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For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Marco and a guest will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear, and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks about their workflow.

Q&A #23 | PPN | How to deal with mixed light situations and the impact of lens diffraction on image quality07 Aug 201900:28:14

How can you deal with mixed lighting situations in a location and avoid different color casts in your images? What is lens diffraction, when does it occur, and should you even worry about it? And an alternative to Photomechanics for quickly sorting through your images.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/STREETOMATIC

 

Skylum Luminar - The cutting edge photo editor

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 

 


Here are the questions that Marco answers in this episode:

 

  1. Hi Marco, I have been shooting my first events and weddings this year. I shoot in color and often with a flash. Most of the time the color and white balance on the subject is pretty spot on, but the background with artificial room light is sometimes completely off and looks distracting. How can I get more consistent results throughout the frame?

Question from: Helen, Portland, Oregon

 

Gear discussed in this question:

 

Rogue Gels Filter Kit (Set of 20):

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2ZuHmnv 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2T5A5bs

 

MagMod Professional Flash Kit:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2ZISYUd  

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2MF2unx


App with info for Gel Color Filters: 

Lee Swatch for iPhone: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id882232668

Lee Swatch for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.leefilters.com



  1. Hi Marco, when shooting landscapes in bright conditions, I usually step down my wide-angle lenses really far for a maximum depth of field. For example, the Fujifilm wide-angle lenses go down to f/22. However, I've heard of a quality impairing effect called diffraction which sets in at small apertures. What is this? Should I use f/22 at all? If not, what is your recommendation for landscapes and what is the purpose of f/22 on a lens?

Question from: Peter, near Koblenz, Germany


Links for this question:

Lens Diffraction & Photography explained by Cambridge Color: https://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/diffraction-photography.htm

What is Lens Diffraction by Expert Photography: https://expertphotography.com/lens-diffraction/ 



Update regarding PPN Q&A #14 - Topic: Photomechanic

Hi Marco. I very much enjoyed this episode, which was full of good, real-life advice on interesting topics. I have an additional suggestion for the question on workflow from Victor, in Dayton, Ohio. I do a lot of amateur wildlife and sports event photography, and even a full day’s street shooting can generate hundreds of images to review. I have tried Photo Mechanic on a month’s free offer, but I also tried the Faststone Image Viewer, which is free for amateur or educational use.

Photo Mechanic does a range of extra things as you described in the show, but Faststone works in the same way by showing just the embedded jpeg extremely quickly and letting you move or copy the good images for later ingestion by your raw processor, and for my purposes this meant I could save the £170 cost of Photo Mechanic. One tip common to both programs: the embedded jpegs aren’t very large files, so although they are both great for a quick scan to weed out poorly composed and exposed shots, I find critical sharpness needs checking in the full raw file, so only use them to chuck out obviously unsharp images. I hope that’s useful, especially for non-professional listeners.

Update from: Mark, UK

Link to Faststone Image Viewer (only for Windows): https://www.faststone.org/FSViewerDetail.htm 



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Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts 

Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/PPN-GooglePodcast

Camera and Inspiration #26 | PPN | Street Photography with a System - with Siegfried Hansen15 Jul 201900:53:55

Street Photography with a System instead of lucky snapshots - interview with Siegfried Hansen.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Skylum Luminar 3 - Simple and fast photo editing software

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 

 

and

 

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/STREETOMATIC 



For the “Street Photography with a System” episode, Marco invited Siegfried Hansen to the show. Siegfried was born in Northern Germany and picked up a camera to become a street photographer 20 years ago after visiting a photo exhibition by André Kertész.

He developed a unique photography style that leads to many publications and exhibitions of his work all over the world. He has solo published two books and has contributed to at least 13 more book publications. He is also a member of the prestigious In-Public (now called UP Photographers) street photography collective and some may have seen him appear in the Sky Arte TV Show “Master of Photography” in 2017.

He is also one of the co-founders of the German Street Photography site and the German Street Photography Festival.

 

On this episode, Marco and Siegfried discuss how you can improve your street photography by working with a system and how going back to the same places over and over again increases your chances of getting a great shot.

Siegfried established the catchy P.I.L.O.T. system to help you structure your street photography approach:

P = Place

I = Inspiration

L = Layers

O = Objects

T = Theme

 

Inspirational photographer of the month:

Siegfried picks Ernst Haas (born 1921 in Vienna, Austria - died 1986 in New York) an early adopter of Kodachrome color film at a time where most photographers were still using B&W film. His unique style of capturing graphic scenes and reflections in cities quickly attracted the attention of magazines and publishers. He was invited to join Magnum and even became Mangum's president in 1960. Ernst Haas photo books are very popular up to today and are often sold out. In September 2019 a new book of his will be published by Magnum and his estate. http://ernst-haas.com 



Links to Siegfried Hansesn’s work and social media accounts:

Website: https://siegfried-hansen.de 

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/siegfried1961 

Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/streetphotography/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/siegfried.hansen.1   



Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month:

 

Siegfried picks:

“Ernst Haas: Color Correction” 

Hardback, 232 pages, Published by: Steidl

 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2jNm98T 

Publishers Website:https://steidl.de/Books/Color-Correction-0318264155.html  

The book shows complex, clever and vibrant color images that were never exhibited during Haas’s lifetime.

 

Marco picks:

“Hold the Line” by Siegfried Hansen

 

Link: https://www.verlag-kettler.de/programm/hold-line#/ 

 

Hold the Line is a beautiful and clever street photo book with a collection of lines, symmetry, and color in public space. It has 56 pages and was published by Kettler in May 2015. The book is sold out and now fetches quite high prices on the used photography book market.

So this is a reminder that sometimes it’s worth to get the photo book right away when it’s still available. 


Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm 

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ppnphotopodcastnetwork

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts 



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

Check out the Skylum LUMINAR 3 software:

Link: http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 (use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)

 

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on iTunes.

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

Camera and Inspiration #25 | PPN | On Talking Creativity - with Jeffery Saddoris03 May 201901:09:36

For the “On Talking Creativity” episode, Marco invited Jeffery Saddoris to the show. Jeffery was born in California and became a technical theater major in college. After working on scenery and costume design at different theaters in the US, he changed directions and became an instructor for HTML and Photoshop - which eventually led him to become an Art Director at Universal Studios.

Since High-School, he has always explored photography and painting as a hobby and merged both passions together in mixed media art. After many years of practicing and teaching photography, he wanted to share and discuss the creative process in photography and art with the world. He started the website Faded & Blurred, which was a leading source of photographic inspiration from 2009-2015, and still is a great resource today.

Jeffery joined NY photographer Bill Wadman in 2012 to co-host the popular weekly photography podcast “OTP - On Taking Pictures” which ran for 6 years and 326 episodes. Now Jeffery runs his own series of podcasts on creativity like “Process Driven”, Iterations”, or “In Between”.

He’s also the author of a great photography guide “Photography by the Letter” (link: https://jefferysaddoris.com/photography-by-the-letter/).

Jeffery’s current short bio states: Serial Conversationalist, Podcaster, Author, Photographer, Painter.

And on this episode, Marco and Jeffery discuss the creative struggles and sources of inspiration that artists and non-artists constantly encounter in their lives.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Skylum Luminar 3 - Simple and fast photo editing software

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3

 

and

 

Marco Larousse Photography Workshops

http://bit.ly/StreetPhotographyWorkshops



Jeffery picks Alexey Brodovitch (1898-1971) as his inspirational photographer/artist of the month. http://www.iconofgraphics.com/Alexey-Brodovitch/


Links to Jeffery Saddoris work and social media accounts:

 

Website: https://jefferysaddoris.com

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jefferysaddoris

Podcast: https://jefferysaddoris.com/everything/   




Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month:

 

Marco picks:

“Photography by the Letter” by Jeffery Saddoris

Link: https://jefferysaddoris.com/photography-by-the-letter/

 

Jeffery’s book is a comprehensive A-Z field guide for photographers. It’s visually a joy to look at and you can tell that he has spent a long time on composing the drawings and charts to explain the subject matter in a very organized and visual way.

The book is structured in a way that you can look up a subject by the letter - for example, “A” like Angle of View or Aspect Ratio and read and look at the explanation and the accompanying drawings. And the subject matter ranges from old analog terms to modern digital photography terms.

 For example, you’ll find out how a bellow is used and how it relates to our modern macro extension tubes and Tilt-Shift lenses. And this makes this book a fun resource to explore for a photography beginner as well as a seasoned pro. This book will simply make you a more educated photographer. And it also inspires you to take action with photo exercises.

 The eBook is $20 and the hard copy is $30. Or you can currently pick up both in a digital bundle special for $40. https://jefferysaddoris.com/photography-by-the-letter/


Jeffery picks:

“Avedon’s France: Old World, New Look”

 

Hardback, 792 pages, Published by: Abrams & Chronicle Books

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2VAcHqh

Publishers Website: https://www.abramsandchronicle.co.uk/book/9781419726002-avedons-france-old-world-new-look/  

Richard Avedon was fascinated with France. And this book showcases a collection of spectacular and fun photographs by the master image maker and artist.



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ppnphotopodcastnetwork

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts


Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

Check out the Skylum LUMINAR 3 software:

Link: http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 (use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)

 

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on iTunes.

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

We Shoot Mirrorless #25 | PPN | Ricoh GR III, Lumix G95, Leica Q2, Fuji, Sony, Sigma, Huawei P30, and more25 Apr 201901:22:30

This show is loaded with new mirrorless camera hands-on experiences and news. For this show, Marco has invited back his friend, journalist, and reviewer of cameras and photographic equipment Angela Nicholson.


This show is sponsored by:

 

Skylum Luminar3 - The cutting edge photo editor

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3

 

and

 

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/STREETOMATIC



Angela flew all the way to Rome to test out the new Fuji X-T30 camera. The new X-T30 replaced the X-T30 and gains some features of the top of the line X-T3, like the 26.1 MP BSI sensor, the AF-joystick, and a faster AF. But some features as lacking from the big brother like the second SD-card slot, the high res EVF, and the dedicated ISO dial. Angela has used the camera and shares her experience with it and how it compares to the X-T3.

Just after we were done recording, Fuji issued a FW 1.01 update to lessen the effect of the X-T30 “accidental Q-button engagement.” After installing and testing the Q-button update, Angela has added her findings at the bottom of the X-T30 review at CameraJabber.com: https://camerajabber.com/fujifilm-x-t30-review/

 

Fuji X-T30

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IpXtPa

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2NnJPLr



Fuji released FW update 3.0 for the X-T3. The main improvements cover face and eye detect AF accuracy. Face AF priority has also been added - you can now select the face to focus and meter for when there are multiple people in the frame. And another improvement enables faster AF speed for subjects at a distance.

X-T3 FW update on Fuji’s website: Fuji website: https://www.fujifilm.com/support/digital_cameras/software/firmware/x/xt3/index.html



Fuji Camera Remote App for iOS update. With this update to App V4.0 Marco thinks that the software has finally been improved from “painful to use” to “somewhat usable.” Marco discusses in the show what he thinks is still lacking from the program and urges all camera manufacturers to invest more effort in the features and usability of their smartphone apps. “If they want to compete with the constantly improving cameras on smartphones, they need to make their apps to be desirable to use and easy to pair to multiple devices.



Panasonic has released the Lumix G95/G90. Angela has had a hands-on with the camera and shares if this Lumix camera is more for the photographer, the videographer, or a truly 50-50 usable hybrid camera.

Panasonic Lumix G95/G90

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2GuOg3T

 

Angela also had a longer hands-on with the Panasonic Lumix S1 and S1R cameras and chimes in with her experience and opinion of those cameras in comparison to other FF mirrorless cameras on the market. And she also shares if she would prefer the S1 or S1R in her camera bag.

Panasonic Lumix S1

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Ip0pLK

 

Panasonic Lumix S1R

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IoT9zJ



Ricoh introduced the new GR III camera. Both, Angela and Marco have tested the new compact mirrorless camera from Ricoh with its new 24MP APS-C sensor and newly rendered 28mm EFV lens. The rear LCD now is touch-enabled but there are a few things that Marco would have liked to see improved in this latest update to match this camera better to the target audience of street and travel photographers.

Ricoh GR III

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2GwfHdw

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2IEkOvN




Leica has introduced the Q2. The updated Q still has the fantastic fixed 28mm f1.7 lens but gained an almost 100% bump in resolution with the new full-frame sensor moving up from 24MP to 47MP! With this higher resolution, Leica implemented a third native crop mode to the camera. Next to the 35mm (30MP) and 50mm (14.7MP) in-camera crop modes the added 75mm crop still produces a 6.6MP image. The electronic viewfinder was also updated from LCD to OLED and the capacity of the battery was also improved. But the update did not implement two of Marco’s “like to have seen” features of a tilt-LCD and dedicated ISO dial.

Leica Q2

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Gv1pdl



Sigma will make 11 of their Art lenses available for L-mount in 2019. This should make Lumix and Leica SL owners very happy because Sigma’s Art lenses are high quality at reasonable prices. The L-mount availability will include the 20mm, 24mm, 28mm, 35mm, 40mm, 50mm, 85mm, and 105mm f1.4 DG HSM lenses as well as the 14mm and 135mm f1.8 and the 70mm f2.8 macro ART lenses.

And Sigma is also introducing the MC-21 mount converter that will allow some of their SA and EF-mount lenses to adapt to the L-mount system.

Sigma L-Mount lenses and MC-21 adapter:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2GuR5Sx

 

 

Sony FW updates for a7 III and a9 cameras. The FW 3.0 for a7III and a7R III adds real-time Eye AF, Animal Eye AF plus interval shooting of 1-9999 exposures in 1 to 60 seconds intervals. The a9 FW 5.0 offers a new AI driven AF for better object recognition and real-time eye tracking plus some changes to the menu settings based on user requests.

 

Sony FW update website

a7 III: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/e-mount-body-ilce-7-series/ilce-7m3#downloads

 

a7R III: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/e-mount-body-ilce-7-series/ilce-7rm3#downloads

 

a9: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/e-mount-body-ilce-9-series/ilce-9#downloads




Huawei P30 introduction. Angela has tried the new Huawei P30 smartphone with 4 built-in cameras and lenses. This smartphone offers a lot of versatility and features for photographers. The low-light quality is very good and even the computational DOF simulation of an up to f 0.95 lens does an impressive job of rendering fine detail and correctly applying it sharply to the subject or blurred to the background. But the P30 does seem to have some color issues in 4K video mode due to the new RYYB vs. the traditional RGGB pixel layout. But this should be fixable in a future FW update.

Huawei P30

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2GuSJnb

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Vm5729




Mirrorless question of the month:

 

Hi! One question about RAW converter and workflow with Fuji. What's the best process to get from Fuji RAW to Lightroom?

  1. Directly import RAWs to LR?
  2. Convert RAW files with Adobe DNG Converter and then import dng in LR?
  3. Use Iridient (or others) instead of Adobe Converter?

Regards Daniel

Question by: Daniel, Cologne, Germany



  • We have a PPN Photo Podcast Network group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably. You can also submit an image using the Instagram hashtag #WeShootMirrorless

 

  • We have picked our monthly featured photographer and image from the submitted photos. Our monthly We Shoot Mirrorless feature photo and photographer of the month is: David Queenan  - Title: Travelling Back & Forth. See his image at the bottom of this page.




Links to Angela Nicholson:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngeNicholson

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngeNicholson

 

Links to Camera Jabber:

Web: CameraJabber.com

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/camerajabber

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

 

Links to SheClicks:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sheclicksnet/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/sheclicksnet

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



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.


And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on iTunes.

 

For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Marco and a guest will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear, and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks about their workflow.

Q&A #22 | PPN | When is it ok to work for free and when should you consider a full-frame camera over APS-C or m4/3?15 Apr 201900:30:21

Episode summary: Is there ever a time when it is ok to work for free as a photographer, and if so, when would you make that exception?

And with all of the new fancy full-frame cameras on the market, when would you consider a full-frame camera over a smaller APS-C or m4/3 camera?

 

Please submit your photography related questions to us here: http://www.photopodcasts.com/contact.html



This episode is sponsored by:

 

Skylum Luminar 3 - Supercharge your image editing and organizing

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3



Here are the questions that Marco answers in this episode:

 

  1. Hi Marco, You have mentioned in the past that photographers should not work for free because images have value and there is quite a high direct cost involved with photography (like camera, lens, training, storage, software, computer, etc.). But would you consider to work for free for a charitable non-profit organization? I have been approached by a local organization and would like to hear your opinion if I should make an exception here? Love the shows! Regards, Soeren

Question from: Soeren, Stockholm, Sweden




  1. Hi Marco, I enjoy your Podcast very much. I am considering the Fuji XT3, but you mentioned on your recent podcast that you would consider a full frame camera for large prints. So just how big can you print with the Fuji APS-C ( XT-2 or XT-3) cameras that you would consider museum quality? Especially, with the new algorithm in Photoshop to up-Res your pictures or even using On1 Software "Resize".

Question from: Rick G., Miami, Florida

 

Gear discussed in this question:

 

Fujifilm X-T3:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2GioWhA

 

Panasonic S1R:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IoT9zJ




Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

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Camera and Inspiration #24 | PPN | From passion to profession in photography - with Ian MacDonald01 Apr 201901:09:15

After his career change from being a paramedic and EMS educator, Ian MacDonald turned his photography hobby into his main job. Today, he is a portrait, wedding, and street photographer as well as a photography educator. And Fujifilm made him one of their brand ambassadors. On this episode, Ian shares why he switched to photography and shares helpful tips on how he made it a successful job transition.

As Ian mentioned in the show, he just finished a blog post about the topic "Thoughts on becoming a working creative that you can check out here:

https://ianmacdonaldphotography.com/2019/03/31/thoughts-on-becoming-a-working-creative/

 

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Skylum Luminar 3 - Simple and fast photo editing software

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3

 

and

 

Marco Larousse Photography Workshops

http://bit.ly/StreetPhotographyWorkshops

 

 

Links to Ian MacDonald’s work and social media accounts:

Website: https://ianmacdonaldphotography.com/

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/IanMPhotography   





Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month:

“Elliott Erwitt - Personal Best”

 

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2WvRIBD

Publishers Website: https://teneues-books.com/personal-best-7

 

Elliott Erwitt is one of the few photographers who has managed to be successful and very well regarded in different genres of photography. He was a great commercial advertising and fashion photographer. And only a few commercial photographers also managed to be this highly regarded in the documentary and art photography community. He is also an incredible street photographer with an eye for the humor in a situation. And his dog photo series in New York is legendary.


Book description from the publishers' website:

(The book contains) ...unique images from a photographic master that will make you smile but also think


One of the all-time greats, Elliott Erwitt is a master whose photographs have defined the visual history of the 20th century - and the 21st. Although his work spans decades, continents and diverse subjects, it is always instantly recognizable. Spontaneous and original, Erwitt’s visions are imbued with true artistry and no trace of artifice. In this definitive collection, the master shares those works he considers his personal best. As you browse this carefully curated retrospective, you’ll feel nostalgia, wonder—and a lasting sense of life’s rich potential. (source: https://teneues-books.com/personal-best-7)

 

 

Marco was interviewed on "Behind the Shot" and talked about the creative thought process behind one of his most famous images:

https://youtu.be/_-eoTsHZQdM

 



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ppnphotopodcastnetwork

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

Check out the Skylum LUMINAR 3 software:

Link: http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3 (use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)

 

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on iTunes.

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

We Shoot Mirrorless #24 | PPN | m4/3 vs. Full Frame Lumix S1R - with Daimon Xanthopoulos19 Mar 201901:08:22

Panasonic has added a new FF camera line next to there established m4/3 cameras that are very popular by photographers and videographers alike. On this episode, we cover the advantages of each system and how a professional documentary photographer incorporates the systems into his workflow.

 

This show is sponsored by:

 

Skylum Luminar3 - The cutting edge photo editor

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3

 

and

 

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/Streetomatic

 

For this show, Marco has invited Daimon Xanthopoulos to talk about his work and why he has decided on using Panasonic LUMIX cameras for his work. Daimon is an amazing documentary photographer and visual artist whose photos and visual stories are being published worldwide. He is also a Panasonic Lumix ambassador but speaks on his own behalf on this episode.

 

Mirrorless gear discussed in this episode:

 

Panasonic Lumix S1

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Ip0pLK

 

Panasonic Lumix S1R

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IoT9zJ

 

Panasonic Lumix S PRO 50mm f1.4 lens

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2InALHr

 

Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f4 Macro O.I.S. lens

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IqOopm

 

Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f4 O.I.S. lens

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Ip0FdG

 

Panasonic Lumix G9

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2FkeqXC

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Jy9B0u

 

Panasonic Lumix GH5

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2HpssJK

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2JQLhr1

 

Panasonic Lumix GH5S

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Hus2BP

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Jn0f8c

 

 

YouTube Video:

Magic of Hawaii - Short video by Daimon filmed with the Lumix S1R in 4K60P

https://youtu.be/RRk7OCz86Y0

 

Mirrorless question of the month:

 

Hi Marco! You have talked about your first experience with the Panasonic Lumix S1R in a previous show. I am currently using the Lumix G9 for my sports and portrait work. What do you think would be my real-world advantages if I add an S1R to my bag? I do about 50% sports and 50% portrait and people photography right now and my sports photos are mainly used for web- and newspaper distribution while my portraits are usually also printed and framed for my clients.

Thanks, Justin.

Question by: Justin, Jacksonville, Florida

 

  • We have a PPN Photo Podcast Network group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably. You can also submit an image using the Instagram hashtag #WeShootMirrorless

 

  • We have picked our monthly featured photographer and image from the submitted photos. Our monthly We Shoot Mirrorless feature photo and photographer of the month is: Pascal van Gerven - Title: Elin B&W. See his image at the bottom of this page.

 

Links to Daimon Xanthopoulos:

Web: http://daimon.nl/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daimon.xanthopoulos

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork

 

Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on iTunes.

 

For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Marco and a guest will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear, and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks about their workflow.

Photography and Gear #23 | PPN | Cameras for fast and easy video production08 Mar 201900:32:42

PPN listeners have requested a show regarding gear for good and easy ways to record VLogs, B-Roll, or “selfie videos” to share on platforms like YouTube. On this episode, Marco shares three of the cameras that he regularly uses for easy video production and explains the advantages and disadvantages of each system.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

 

Skylum Luminar3 - The cutting edge photo editor

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3

(use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)


These are the cameras and accessories that Marco covers on this show:


SmartPhone Lenses

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IWLOYd  

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2VJBeVY

 

SmartPhone Rig and Accessory Holder

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IYAhI9  

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2VO6mnD

 

Rode external VideoMicro

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2ktSr5b   

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2C9sQrP  

 

Audio Technica ATR3350 Lavalier Microphone

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2KSTfMb   

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2VGW5cD

 

 

Canon LEGRIA mini X (discontinued)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IYzruZ

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2EU76lr

 

 

DJI Osmo Pocket

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IscOi4  

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2TjrwNo

 

Grip and Tripod + Accessory Holder for DJI Osmo Pocket

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IYBlvD  

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2TlDh6c  

 

Filter Set (ND & Pola) for DJI Osmo Pocket

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IYLBDV  

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2TpxlsC  



VEGAS Video Editor for PC

Website: https://www.vegascreativesoftware.com/


LumaFusion Professional Video Editor for iOS

Website: https://luma-touch.com/lumafusion-for-ios/  


A quick PPN YouTube sample video captured with the DJI Osmo Pocket: https://youtu.be/Tqe2wjTzKLI

 

A quick video shot by Marco on the iPhone and edited with the GoPro Quik App: https://youtu.be/8-25feBpaI4



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://youtube.com/c/ppnphotopodcastnetwork


Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.


And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on Apple Podcasts.

We Shoot Mirrorless #23 | PPN | Fuji X-T30, Canon EOS RP, Sony a6400, Lumix S1, Olympus E-M1X, DJI Osmo Pocket, and more21 Feb 201900:58:51

This show is loaded with mirrorless news and hands-on experience with some of the new cameras. For this show, Marco has invited back his friend, journalist, and reviewer of cameras and photographic equipment Angela Nicholson.



This show is sponsored by:

 

Skylum Luminar3 - The cutting edge photo editor

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3

 

and

 

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/Streetomatic




Fuji X-T30 - Fuji has introduced the replacement for the X-T20. The new X-T30 gains some features of the top of the line X-T3, like the 26.1 MP BSI sensor, the AF-joystick, and a faster AF. But some features as lacking from the big brother like the second SD-card slot, the high res EVF, and the dedicated ISO dial. Angela has used the camera and shares her experience with it.

 

Fuji X-T30

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IpXtPa

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2NnJPLr



Fuji announced the XF 16mm f2.8 lens. This lens is a much smaller and lighter version of the XF 16mm f1.4 lens. Its built quality is similar to the XF23, 35, and 50mm f2 range of lenses and at about 40% of the weight and 40% of the price of the XF 16mm f1.4 this lens may be worth a second look if you like to add a classic 24mm field of view lens to your bag.

 

Fuji XF 16mm f2.8 R WR lens

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IoZb36



Fuji has also announced the GF 100-200mm f5.6 LM OIS WR tele-zoom lens for the Fuji GFX medium format camera. This lens will yield an EFV of 80-160mm in FF terms.

 

Fuji GF 100-200mm f5.6 R LM OIS WR

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IoleXO



In April, Fuji will offer a FW update for the X-T3. FW 3.0 will improve the AF speed and face & eye-detection accuracy. A new face-select AF option, when you have multiple faces in the screen, will also be added.



Panasonic has released the final specs of the Lumix S1 and S1R full frame cameras. Marco has used a pre-production review unit of the S1R for a couple of days and shares the specs and some info on the usability and purpose of this camera.

 

Panasonic Lumix S1

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Ip0pLK

 

Panasonic Lumix S1R

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IoT9zJ



To go along with the new Lumix S1 cameras, Panasonic has also released three new lenses for the new L-mount. The S PRO 50mm f1.4, the S 24-105mm f4 Macro O.I.S., and the S PRO 70-200 f4 O.I.S. lens. Each lens fills an interesting niche in terms of focal length, weight, features, and price.

 

Panasonic Lumix S PRO 50mm f1.4 lens

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2InALHr

 

Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f4 Macro O.I.S. lens

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IqOopm

 

Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f4 O.I.S. lens

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Ip0FdG



Canon has countered the trend of making new mirrorless full frame cameras larger and introduced the compact entry-level EOS RP with a 26 MP sensor.

 

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2Ir5Rho

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Vdcbux



And Canon will bring out these 6 new RF-mount lenses in 2019:

 

RF 85mm F1.2 L USM

RF 85mm F1.2 L USM DS

RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM

RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM

RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM (super compact!)

RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM



Angela shares her hands-on experience with the new Olympus OM-D E-M1X camera and for whom this camera has actually been made.

 

Olympus OM-D E-M1X camera

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2CEmWhH



Sony has announced the a6400 APS-C that replaces the a6300. The compact 24 MP camera has been pimped with a processor and AF system that Sony claims is the world’s fastest autofocus. And with the speed, they have also added real-time eye AF and real-time tracking. This APS-C camera sounds like the cropped version of an a9, but we are wondering if the rangefinder style shape is really appealing for whom this speedy APS-C camera is targeted at?

 

Sony a6400 camera

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IDRpmr

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2SeBF8D



Angela has tried and then bought the DJI Osmo Pocket camera with its built-in gimbal and 12MP photo and 4k60p video at 100Mbps feature.

 

DJI Osmo Pocket camera

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2IscOi4

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2TZVWR0





Mirrorless question of the month:

 

Hi! I mostly shoot weddings and families with a Nikon D750 and have an X-T10 for fun. I want to switch completely to the Fuji X-T2. There are other mirrorless brands but they just don’t interest me and I don’t want full frame due to the size of the lens. The one thing that is holding me back is the time between shutter actuation on the X-T10. I know Marco uses the X-T2 and was curious if he has noticed it on that camera. The X-T10 has a slight delay between shots and would not work in my professional work. Thanks in advance and I love all of your podcast.

Question by: Shaun, Indiana, USA



  • We have a PPN Photo Podcast Network group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably. You can also submit an image using the Instagram hashtag #WeShootMirrorless

 

  • We have picked our monthly featured photographer and image from the submitted photos. Our monthly We Shoot Mirrorless feature photo and photographer of the month is: Amy Hoogerbrugge - Title: The male cat named Moana. See his image at the bottom of this page.




Links to Angela Nicholson:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngeNicholson

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngeNicholson

 

Links to Camera Jabber:

Web: CameraJabber.com

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/camerajabber

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

 

Links to SheClicks:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sheclicksnet/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/sheclicksnet

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



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWaUn2M1BBoecISFEOJGRCg




Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.




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For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Marco and a guest will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear, and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks about their workflow.

Camera and Inspiration #37 | PPN | How to publish your photo book with Martin U Waltz29 Jun 202300:43:43

On this PPN Camera and Inspiration episode, Marco interviewed the photographer, author, and educator Martin U Waltz on the show. Martin has published three different photo books with three different publishers in the past 12 months and shared his different experiences and tips as a photographer about the process of photo book publishing.

 

Martin was also on the previous PPN Camera and Inspiration podcast episode #28, where he shared tips on how to get your photos into a photo exhibition. You can go back and listen to this episode here:

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-28-ppn-how-to-get-your-photos-into-an-exhibition-with-martin-u-waltz



This show is sponsored by MPB.com: www.MPB.com



Inspirational Photographer of the Month:

Martin picked Tunesion-born photographer Skander Khlif. Skander is a documentary photographer who is based in Munich, Germany. He describes his work as “documenting life in public space by telling stories while retaining a note of mystery.” Martin is very impressed by Skanders work, whom he describes as a wanderer between worlds and cultures with a vast portfolio of extremely creative and well-composed images.

You can find out more about Skander Khlif's work by visiting his website:

https://skanderkhlif.com/stories





How to get your photo book published:

In the main segment of this show, Martin shared valuable information and different approaches on how to get your photo book published by a publisher. His information is based on the different photo books that he has published with different publishing houses in the past and covers the main steps from the photo book idea, selecting and contacting publishers, to the writing and photo selection process.




Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month:
Martin’s pick: “Harry Gruyaert” Photographs by Harry Gruyaert.

Martin picked the photo book: “Harry Gruyaert” by Magnum photographer Harry Gruyaert.

From the publisher's description: “Born in Antwerp in 1941 and a member of Magnum Photos since 1982, Harry Gruyaert revolutionized creative and experimental uses of color in the 1970s and 1980s. Influenced by cinema and American photographers, his work defined new territory for color photography: an emotive, non-narrative, and boldly graphic way of perceiving the world…

…Gruyaert’s images are autonomous, often independent of any context or thematic logic. This volume, the first retrospective of his work, is a superb overview of his personal quest for freedom of expression and the liberation of the senses.” 

The book is published by Thames & Hudson and has 144 pages

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3NuuU1b

 

Marco also mentioned the three books, that Martin has recently published and talked about on the show:

 

Streetfotografie made in Germany

357 pages in German, published by Rheinwerk Verlag

Amazon: https://amzn.to/46vIk5K

 

Next Level Streetfotografie:

256 pages in German, published by dpunkt Verlag

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3NvwW1g

 

Berlin Unseen:

208 pages in English and German, published by teNeues Verlag

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PEBrsT

 

Links to Martin U Waltz:

Web: https://www.StreetBerlin.net 

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com 

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1 

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/ 

Eigen Energie Wende: https://www.eigenenergiewende.de

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/PPNPhotoPodcastNetwork 

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts 

Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/PPN-GooglePodcast

Spotify: http://bit.ly/PPN-fm



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And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or search for “PPN” in your favorite podcast app. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate it if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review of our shows on iTunes.

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and creating stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

 

Camera and Inspiration #23 | PPN | Is the future of photography in motion? - with Troy Christopher Plota14 Feb 201900:52:45

Troy Christopher Plota talks about the future of photography and how motion in our still images can set us apart from the competition.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Skylum Luminar 3 - Simple and fast photo editing software

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3

 

and

 

Marco Larousse Photography Workshops

http://bit.ly/StreetPhotographyWorkshops



  • Troy Christopher Plota is an award-winning photographer and director who has been shooting advertising and fashion campaigns for 30 years. His work was featured in top publications such as GQ, Vanity Fair and on billboards around the world. You may also have watched his Ted X talk or seen him works as a photographer for Heidi Klum on Germany’s Next Top Model TV show. In recent years he has shifted his focus to become a motion artist and has since created a software and online platform that can turn any photographer into a motion artist.

 

  • Troy picked fashion photographer and director Herb Ritts (1952 - 2002 in LA, USA) as the PPN inspirational photographer of the month. Herb photographed many celebrities between the 1970s and 1990s amongst them were Madonna, Richard Gere, David Bowie, Ronald Reagan, and many more. But photography was not enough for him so he later directed music videos for stars like Michael Jackson, Madonna, and Britney Spears. He was a true trailblazer as he was one of the first photographers to also produce videos for his clients. You can check out some of his images on his portfolio website: http://www.herbritts.com/#/archive/photo/

 

In the main part of the show, Troy and Marco discuss the topic: Is the future of photography in motion?

 

  • How does Troy see the future of photography - especially for those photographers who make a living off this craft?
  • The visual world mainly consists of still photos and videos - and many photographers have to offer both technologies to their clients today. Why did Troy think that the world needed something in between both technologies (Plotagraphs)?

 

  • What is the purpose and advantage of a photo with motion?

 

  • Where do plotagraphs work and what are the limitations? Do they only work on websites or can you use them on Instagram, Flickr, Linkedin and so on?

 

  • If our listeners want to create a plotagraph, what do they have to do?

 

  • Which images will work best for motion? What can you do when capturing the image to ensure that it’ll work for motion?

 

  • Troy has created the Plotaverse. What is it and why is it necessary to have another social media platform?




Here are the links to Troy Christopher Plota’s work and social media accounts:

 

Website: https://plotaverse.com/

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

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





Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month:

 

“A different vision on fashion photography” - by Peter Lindbergh.

 

The book is published by TASCHEN and it has 472 pages

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2SqffXg

TASCHEN US: http://bit.ly/PLtaschen

 

“Fashion photographers are the new painters” - Peter Lindbergh

Peter Lindbergh’s image of five young models, Linda Evangelista, Naomi Campbell, Tatjana Patitz, Cindy Crawford, and Christy Turlington in downtown NY made the cover of the British Vogue in 1990 and it started a new trend in fashion photography and created a new understanding of female beauty. His black and white film images are raw and alluring. They show character, tell stories but are romantic at the same time. This triggered new ideas for the fashion and art world. After the high-gloss and make-up overkill era of the 1980s, - the back then fairly unknown Lindbergh chose a simple and natural “back to the roots” style with his images. And at first, he was turned down by magazines. But he was very persistent and eventually the new Zeitgeist and potential of this style was realized and created his breakthrough in 1990.

 

Marco likes this book because it is a collection of 40 years of Lindbergh’s work and it shows the influence that he has had on the fashion industry.

His grainy B&W images leave a lot of room for the character, the natural beauty and the soul of the model and turned the fashion that was advertised into a by-product or accessory in the background. According to Marco, this book should belong in any photo book collection.




Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWaUn2M1BBoecISFEOJGRCg

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) or Amazon Germany link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H or Amazon without our link.

 

Check out the Skylum LUMINAR 3 software:

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And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via Apple Podcasts. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on iTunes.

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

Q&A #21 | PPN | Charge more with a bigger camera, electronic or manual shutter, L-bracket love, and matching prints to lighting conditions07 Feb 201900:27:10

Charge more with a bigger camera, electronic or manual shutter, L-bracket love, and matching prints to clients lighting conditions - are the PPN listener questions that Marco answers on this episode.

 

Please submit your photography related questions to us here: http://www.photopodcasts.com/contact.html


This episode is sponsored by:

Skylum Luminar 3 - Supercharge your image editing and organizing

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3


Here are the questions that Marco answers in this episode:

 

  1. Hello Marco, I have a gear and marketing related question for you. I am working part-time as an event and wedding photographer. On my jobs, I use a Fuji X-T2 and a Fuji X-Pro 2 with prime lenses. My clients are always satisfied with the results that I deliver. But especially at weddings I often see guests with much bigger and more expensive DSLR cameras taking pictures as well. And sometimes I get asked if I plan on upgrading to a pro camera any time, soon - or similar questions. I know that my images are good, but do you think that it would help to upgrade to a larger kit in order to look more professional and maybe charge more money for my jobs in the future?

Question from: Steve, Hong Kong

 

Gear discussed in this question:

Battery grips for Fuji:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SvvvFl

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2RNOK92

 

Battery grips for Olympus:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SvFfPX

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Gc89yV

 

Battery grips for Panasonic:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SyEENE

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2RIKrf9

 

Battery grips for Sony:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SyF8mW

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2UGO3ju

 

Battery grips for Canon:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SChhm6

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2TAacjj

 

Battery grips for Nikon:

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2SxvBwh

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2DbFoOY


  1. Hi, could you please elaborate on the difference between the electronic vs. the mechanical shutter. When should you and when should you not use the different kinds of shutter?

Question from: Vincent, Long Beach, California


  1. Hi Marco, what is the point of using an extra L-bracket or L-plate with a tripod? I can simply turn the ball head on my tripod by 90° to move from landscape to portrait orientation. Thanks!

Question from: Christian, Copenhagen, Denmark

 

Gear discussed in this question:

L-brackets for different cameras

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MQuLp7

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2SfzeaL

 

  1. I’m having a hard time judging the true color of my printed photos. I have a calibrated LCD monitor and a calibrated ICC workflow. The images come out in my studio the way I want, but when I bring them to hang at a customers house or display them at a coffee shop, they often have a different color tint. How can I avoid this?

Question from: Matthew, Ontario, Canada

 

Gear discussed in this question:

Philips Hue Lightbulbs

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MT1aeO

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2GetB6w


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Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

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Photography and Gear #22 | PPN | Flash photography and gear with Damien Lovegrove31 Jan 201900:59:19

Flash photography is still a mystery to some photographers. It can be tricky but the advancements in technology, both on the camera and on the flash hardware side, made it easier and more affordable to get into flash photography. Marco invited portrait and beauty photographer Damien Lovegrove to discuss the different systems that are on the market, what they are best used for, and what mistakes to avoid.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Aurora HDR - The world's most advanced HDR photo editor

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(use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)


These are the flash systems that Marco and Damien cover on this show:


Compact “Speedlite-style” flash systems:

 

 

Godox TT685 HSS TTL 2.4GHz (uses AA batteries)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2FzUrGL

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2S85UPg

 

Godox V860II TTL 2.4GHz (uses Li-Ion battery)

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MH9235

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2HHpHVj

 

Godox XPro Wireless Trigger 2.4GHz

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2FxO0Uz

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2PFCg6W

 

Nissin i40 TTL

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MIXVGH

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Tmr3WT

 

Nissin i60A TTL 2.4GHz

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MG8iuS

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2RvYJzG

 

Nissin Di700A Kit 2.4GHz

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MEGuXX

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2S2lFvh


Batteries for Speedlites:

 

eneloop PRO AA and AAA rechargeable batteries

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2r1dVtr

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2OSG6Et


Speedlite light modifier options:

 

MagMod - Light former accessories

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MJjoiB

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2SfvmFT

 

Lastolite Ezybox accessories

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MHi4wS

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2CX0LDB

 

Honl flash accessories

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MInis0

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2BaVrfI


Powerful compact flash systems:

 

Godox AD-200 TTL HSS 24GHz

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MHE5eT

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2SeOcNp

 

Profoto A1 AirTTL

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MNpSNP

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2BbaRjX


Small monoblock studio strobes:

 

Godox AD400Pro TTL HSS 2.4GHz

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MIYMan

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2RoQdCd

 

Profoto B10 250Ws Flash Head

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MHEvlt

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2HJ0PMO

 

Elinchrom ELB Flash Head with Battery Pack

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MELXxG

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2S3qDIs


Powerful studio strobes:

 

Godox AD600BM HSS 600Ws (Damien’s and Marco’s best value choice)

B&H:https://bhpho.to/2MFl2St

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Tstw29

 

Godox AD600Pro TTL HSS 600Ws

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MHsCfj

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2RV2xPX

 

Profoto B1X 500 AirTTL

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MIoBqU

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2UtIrZI

 

Broncolor Siros L 800Ws

B&H: https://bhpho.to/2MGa8Mi


Links to Damien Lovegrove:

Website: https://www.lovegrovephotography.com/

Workshop Adventures: https://lovegroveadventures.com/

Blog: https://www.prophotonut.com/

Lighting kit supplies: https://lovegrove.lighting/

Leather portfolios: https://leather-portfolios.com/


Portraits book: https://lovegroveportraits.com/

Discount for PPN listeners: Use the code “ppn” to get 40% discount on Portraits, the new eBook by Damien Lovegrove. The code is only valid for a limited time!

 

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/damienlovegrove

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/lovegrovephotography/


Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWaUn2M1BBoecISFEOJGRCg


Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)


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We Shoot Mirrorless #22 | PPN | The new Olympus E-M1X camera - hands on with Chris Eyre-Walker24 Jan 201901:12:20

Olympus announced the new OM-D E-M1X today, and PPN got early access to the camera. But to give you an in-depth look at the new camera, we’ve invited Olympus Visionary Chris Eyre-Walker who has been using the new camera for about 4 months in different environments and conditions.


This show is sponsored by:

 

Skylum Luminar3 - The cutting edge photo editor

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and

 

COSYSPEED - The fastest camera bags in the world.

http://bit.ly/Streetomatic



  • Marco invited Olympus Visionary Chris Eyre-Walker to this show to share his in-depth experience with the new Olympus E-M1X camera. He is a professional adventure and travel photographer from Belgium. He has traveled with his camera to many exciting places like Faroe Islands, Nicaragua, Cuba, Iceland, and the Alps. And starting in 2017 he expanded his skill set to videography to create adventure films to go along with his adventure photography. He has since created an amazing collection of adventure videos that you should check out in his YouTube channel (click).

 

The Olympus OM-D E-M1X is the new top of the line Pro camera body from Olympus. It shares the same 20.4 MP Live MOS sensor with the E-M1 MK II, but many features have been improved on the E-M1X. Olympus claims that even the sensors noise and quality have been improved due to the addition of a second True Pic VIII processor.

 

Auto Focus: The Auto Focus has been re-developed and improved. The sensor still has 121 all cross type phase detection points but the AF algorithm has also been upgraded. The AF should jump less between shots even during sequential shootings - especially when tracking subjects that move unpredictably.

 

The AF performance in low light manages up to -6EV with an f1.2 lens or -4EV with an f2.8 lens.

A new intelligent subject detection AF has been implemented. The AF settings have been developed for Motorsports, Airplanes, and Trains so far.

 

The camera also has a fully customizable AF group matrix mode. You can customize your AF target to an odd number of points up to 11 vertical and 11 horizontal.


EVF: The EVF has a 0.83x magnification and up to 120fps plus a reaction time of 0.005 seconds. The E-M1 MK II EVF has a 0.74x magnification.


Power: The E-M1X has a built-in battery grip for 2 BLH-1 batteries (same as E-M1 MK II) and finally allows for USB charging. The built-in USB-C charging option allows for 2 hours charging time of both batteries. And you also have the option of USB power delivery if you want to connect power to the camera directly. This can be useful for studio photo- or video shoots.

 

Image Stabilization: Up to 7-stops in camera or up to 7.5 stops with IS lens (measured with 12-100 PRO lens). The new gyroscope sensor is 5 times more accurate.

This also enables a 50MP high resolution shot handheld!

 

Live ND mode: This is a computational feature that calculates multiple shots to give you an effect of an up to ND32 filter (that’s 5-stops) 1-5 stops are possible)

 

In-camera GPS and compass

 

Video: New adjustable stabilization modes including customizable and more natural IS modes. A new OM-Log look has also been added.

 

Ergonomics: This camera is big for an m4/3 due to the integrated battery grip. But the ergonomics of this camera has been very well thought of. One example is that it has the exact same layout for the most important function buttons in both, portrait and landscape orientation.

 

Reliability: Olympus also focused on pro-grade reliability for the E-M1X. It’S IPX1 weather resistance and a new heat management system help to make this camera very reliable in the field in almost all weather conditions. The shutter has been tested to withstand over 400.000 shutter actuations - that’s twice the amount of the E-M1 MK II.

 

Price: The E-M1X is $3000 or €3000

 

Check out or order the Olympus OM-D E-M1X at B&H: https://bhpho.to/2CEmWhH


Mirrorless question of the month:

 

Hi Marco! We have seen so many new full-frame mirrorless cameras introduced in the past months. Do you think that smaller sensor cameras like m4/3 and APS-C have a future? Especially since smartphones are getting more capable and crop sensor camera bodies are also increasing in size (like Panasonic GH5 & G9, Fuji X-H1 etc). I would love to hear your thoughts on this.

Question by: Tim, Denver, Colorado

 

  • We have a PPN Photo Podcast Network group at Flickr (click link) that is open to our listeners and photos taken with all mirrorless camera brands. If you want to join just let us know through the "request invitation" button on the group and drop us a quick line there. We'll add you to the group then. And please ask for the invite via the web browser and not via the Flickr App. The invite process via the app has not been working reliably. You can also submit an image using the Instagram hashtag #WeShootMirrorless

 

  • We have picked our monthly featured photographer and image from the submitted photos. Our monthly We Shoot Mirrorless feature photo and photographer of the month is: Tim Vrtiska - Title: Treetop. See his image at the bottom of this page.



Links to Chris Eyre-Walker:

Web: https://chriseyrewalker.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwI-I_A76zG6qsQphjXExqA

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisEyreWalker  


Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

Workshops: https://www.marcolarousse.com/street-photography-workshops/

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWaUn2M1BBoecISFEOJGRCg



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For more information on Marco Larousse follow him on Twitter: @HamburgCam

 

About this show:

On the monthly #WeShootMirrorless episode of the “PPN - Photo Podcast Network” show, Marco and a guest will discuss news from the mirrorless camera world related to innovations, trends, gear, and accessories. And they will introduce mirrorless camera brands by interviewing the respective managers of those manufacturers. They will also invite pro photographers who make their living working with mirrorless cameras to share some tips and tricks about their workflow.

Camera and Inspiration #22 | PPN | How to take better environmental portraits - with Damien Lovegrove16 Jan 201901:01:06

Damien Lovegrove shares valuable tips on how to improve your portrait shooting skills and what to watch out for on the technical and emotional side of a portrait shoot.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

Skylum Luminar 3 - Simple and fast photo editing software

http://bit.ly/PPN-Luminar3

 

and

 

Marco Larousse Photography Workshops

http://bit.ly/StreetPhotographyWorkshops



  • Damien Lovegrove has been a pro photographer for many years and has covered different genres of photography. During his career, he has won many awards but he eventually decided not to participate in competitions anymore and let the clients be the judges of his images. He is a world-renowned portrait photographer and a teacher who shares his passion for light, places, and people in workshops around the world. He is also a great guy and it is always inspiring to listen to him talk about photography.

 

  • Damien shares how he started his career as a cameraman at the BBC and learned how to light people and how actors were guided into narratives in front of the camera. Eventually, he quit his job at the BBC and became a commercial photographer and later a wedding photographer. Today he teaches his passion for lighting and capturing portraits in workshops around Europe and the rest of the world.

 

  • Damien picked the German photographer Vincent Peters (born 1969 in Bremen, Germany) as the PPN inspirational photographer of the month. Vincent is best known for his strong and beautifully lit fashion photography. He has worked for the top fashion labels and magazines like Dior, Louis Vuitton, Hugo Boss, Nike, Vogue, and Harper’s Bazaar. Damien finds especially Vincent’s strong and moody B&W photos stunning. Check out a selection of Vincent’s photos in GOOGLE’S Image Search (click link) or go directly to his website at: http://www.vincentpetersphotography.com (site seems to be down!)

 

In the main part of the show, Damien and Marco discuss different aspects on how to approach a model photo shoot.

 

  • Prepare and practice so that you are confident with the technical aspect of your shoot. This will comfort the model and put less stress on you.

 

  • Create a narrative to pose your model in a natural way.

 

  • Shooting outside the studio can actually be easier as things are more natural and less static. Find good locations with layers and controlled light like overpasses to place your model at and work with the available light.

 

  • Bring only one flash if you want to add more light and don’t use E-TTL in situations where the flash is placed off the camera. A manual flash setting will yield much greater control and consistency.

 

  • Set up your camera for a good ambient exposure mood and then add the flash manually to bring more light onto the subject.

 

  • Only use the bare light without light formers to imitate the strong light of the natural sun. A big softbox will make faces appear wider than a well placed small light source.

 

  • Use continuous light in darker situations where you don’t need to overpower the sun. This gives you a lot of control, especially when using an EVF.

 

  • Enjoy your photo shoot. Make photography fun and remove the stress from it.



Here are the links to Damien’s work and social media accounts:

 

Website: https://www.lovegrovephotography.com/

Adventures: https://lovegroveadventures.com/

Blog: https://www.prophotonut.com/

 

Portraits book: https://lovegroveportraits.com/

Discount for PPN listeners: Use the code "ppn" to get 40% discount on Portraits, the new eBook by Damien Lovegrove. Code expires 30th April 2019!

 

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/damienlovegrove

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/lovegrovephotography/




Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month:

 

“PORTRAITS” - by Damien Lovegrove.

 

Link: https://lovegroveportraits.com/

 

Use the discount code: “ppn” to get 40% off (valid until April 30th, 2019)

 

Description of the Ebook from Damien’s website:

 

“Everything I know about portrait photography is in this book. I hope it helps you to achieve a lifetime of enjoyment from your photography.”

In this no-holds-barred e-book, I deconstruct my complete portrait making process. From the planning stages and capture, through to delivery and archive – it’s all here. I reveal my secrets of creative success and the proven techniques I employ to capture fabulous portraits anywhere, at any time. - Damien

The book contains: 356 richly illustrated pages. 384 high res photographs with all the exposure and lighting details used to create them. Over 50,000 words of creative vision that took two years to write. Everything you need to know about taking portraits is now in one place. An expert layout that delivers the best reader experience to you. Two resolutions available (high or standard definition) to suit your broadband speed and device capacity. You get to choose one or both after making your purchase.



Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com or PPN.fm

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWaUn2M1BBoecISFEOJGRCg

Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/ppn-apple-podcasts



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Check out the Skylum LUMINAR 3 software:

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About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

Q&A #20 | PPN | How to improve your photography in 201909 Jan 201900:30:26

How to improve your photography and how to choose a photo project in 2019 - are the inspirational PPN listener questions that Marco answers on this episode.

 

Please submit your photography related questions to us here: http://www.photopodcasts.com/contact.html

 


This episode is sponsored by:

 

Skylum Luminar 3 - Supercharge your image editing and organizing

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Here are the questions that Marco answers in this episode:

 

  1. Hi Marco, first of all, Happy New Year and all the best for 2019! I have been listening to Scott and you for many years on different podcasts. But I love how you run and structure PPN. This has become my favorite podcast channel. As a listener for many years, you now have finally convinced me to start a photo project for 2019. But now I’m sitting here all excited but without an idea what kind of topic to choose. Can you help me with some advice on how I can come up with a good personal photo project? I’m an avid amateur photographer but do have some free time for photo projects. Thanks for all the hard work and great shows!

Question from: Willem, Rotterdam, Netherlands


Marco’s “Hamburg Unstaged 2017” street photography project on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qo2YUDUgV5I

 

  1. Hi Marco, 2019 is the year I want to seriously improve my photography. I do have some basic skills but somehow my photos are boring and I don’t get a lot of encouraging comments or likes for them. I do enjoy the inspiration on the PPN shows, but can you give me some extra homework or inspiration to live and breathe photography in 2019? Thanks!

Question from: Julia from Oakland, California



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Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWaUn2M1BBoecISFEOJGRCg

Camera and Inspiration #21 | PPN | Photo inspiration and projects for 2019 - Embrace where you live - with Scott Bourne28 Dec 201800:55:37

Scott Bourne (PPN co-founder) returned for the traditional last PPN “Camera and Inspiration” episode of the year. Marco and Scott sit in front of their virtual fireplace to look back at the photography inspiration of 2018 and ahead at new projects for 2019. The advice that Scott gives for 2019 is to “embrace where you live and the people around you.”

 

This episode is sponsored by:

 

HoneyBook - Win Clients. Book Faster. Get Paid. Stay Organized.

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Check out the Skylum LUMINAR 3 software:

Link: http://bit.ly/2CzlC2g (use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)

 

  • Scott Bourne (PPN co-founder) returned for the traditional last Camera and Inspiration show of the year. Marco and Scott sit in front of their virtual fireplace to look back at the photography inspiration of 2018 and ahead at new projects for 2019. The advice that Scott gives for 2019 is to “embrace where you live and the people around you.”

 

  • Marco picked the Armenian-Turkish photographer Ara Gueler (1928 - 2018) as the PPN inspirational photographer of the month. Ara was probably the most influential Turkish photographer so far. He started to work as a photojournalist for a local newspaper in Istanbul in 1950 and was soon sent out to work in the middle east, Asia, North America, and Europe. When Henri Cartier Bresson met Ara, he convinced him to join Magnum. While Ara traveled the world and captured many amazing images with his analog Leica camera on B&W film, most of his work - portraits his hometown Istanbul. His portfolio shows an amazing visual history of the city. And he did not only focus on the spectacular and newsworthy events, but rather the everyday life, the little details, and the normal people. Ara won many awards for his work and also captured famous people like Picasso, Dali, and Churchill. But have a look at his images from Istanbul as your personal motivation to be persistent in capturing everyday life in your own city. There is also a documentary movie about him called “The eye of Istanbul” that is worth checking out. You can see some of Ara’s work on the Magnum website: https://www.magnumphotos.com/newsroom/ara-guler-1928-2018/

 

  • In the main part of the show, Scott and Marco discuss some essential inspiration based on the past twelve PPN Camera and Inspiration shows of 2018. Here are the shows in chronological order:

 

January 2018

Camera and Inspiration #10 | PPN | Kevin Mullins on Inspiration and Documentary Style Wedding Photography

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-10-ppn-january-25th-2018

 


February 2018

Camera and Inspiration #11 | PPN | Bill Wadman - Take Portrait. Obsess. Repeat.

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-11-ppn-february-28th-2018

 

 

March 2018

Camera and Inspiration #12 | PPN | Beauty and still life photography inspiration with Zoë Noble

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-12-ppn-beauty-and-still-life-photography-inspiration-with-zoe-noble



April 2018

Camera and Inspiration #13 | PPN | Jeff Widener - Iconic Tank Man Photographer and more

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-13-ppn-jeff-widener-iconic-tank-man-photographer-and-more 

 

 

May 2018

Camera and Inspiration #14 | PPN | Hands on inspiration with Olaf Sztaba - a visual poet and more

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-14-ppn-hands-on-inspiration-with-olaf-sztaba-a-visual-poet-and-more 

 

 

June 2018

Camera and Inspiration #15 | PPN | Rocking photography with concert photographer Steve Brazill

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-15-ppn-rocking-photography-with-concert-photographer-steve-brazill

 

 

July 2018

Camera and Inspiration #16 | PPN | Analog inspiration with Chris Marquardt

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-16-ppn-analog-inspiration-with-chris-marquardt

 

 

August 2018

Camera and Inspiration #17 | PPN | Stunning landscape photography with Nick Page

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-17-ppn-stunning-landscape-photography-with-nick-page

 

 

September 2018

Camera and Inspiration #18 | PPN | Selling your images in galleries and online with Jeffrey Stoner

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-18-ppn-selling-your-images-in-galleries-and-online-with-jeffrey-stoner

 

 

October 2018

Camera and Inspiration #19 | PPN | How incidents in your life can turn into a creative photography project with Pia Parolin

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-19-ppn-how-incidents-in-your-life-can-turn-into-a-creative-photography-project-with-pia-parolin

 

 

November 2018

Camera and Inspiration #20 | PPN | Essential tips and inspiration for street photography with Valérie Jardin

https://www.photopodcasts.com/podcasts/camera-and-inspiration-20-ppn-essential-tips-and-inspiration-for-street-photography-with-valerie-jardin

 

 

December 2018 - this show

Camera and Inspiration #21 | PPN | Photo inspiration and projects for 2019 - Embrace where you live with Scott Bourne.



Inspirational Photo Book Pick of the Month:

 

“On this earth, a shadow falls” by Nick Brandt

 

Excerpt quote about the book from Amazon DE:

“In 2001, Nick Brandt embarked on an ambitious photographic project, a trilogy of books memorializing the fast-disappearing natural grandeur of East Africa. Focusing on some of the world's last great populations of large mammals--elephants, giraffes, lions, gorillas and their kin--he created two of the twenty-first century's most popular photographic books: the instant bestsellers On This Earth (2005) and A Shadow Falls (2009). Portraying East Africa's animals with a solemnity and empathy usually reserved for human subjects, Brandt's photographs "tell us, in a way that is beyond words, that we do not own this planet, and are not the only beings living on it who matter," as philosopher Peter Singer writes in an essay in this new volume.…”

 

Amazon US: http://a.co/d/4NOYWxo

Amazon Germany: https://amzn.to/2Acndbh



Links to Scott Bourne:

Web: http://scottbourne.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/scottbourne

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bourne.scott/

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

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWaUn2M1BBoecISFEOJGRCg



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)

 

And please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes. We would also love to get your feedback. Is there anything that you want us to cover on the show in the future? And we would appreciate if you could take a short moment to rate or post a quick review for our shows on iTunes.

 

About this show:

On the monthly “Camera and Inspiration” podcast show of the PPN - Photo Podcast Network, Marco and usually a guest discuss the essence of photography and how to photograph with more intent. Determining the “why” before the “how” in photography is essential to understanding your subject better and create stronger images. In each episode, they introduce you to an inspirational photographer of the month and also share an inspirational photo book of the month.

More Gear Show #21 | PPN | How will Artificial Intelligence influence photography with Alex Savsunenko21 Dec 201800:48:01

AI is slowly entering our daily lives and can make many tasks easier for us. Thankfully, photo editing software is also becoming more intelligent and helps photographers to speed up their workflow and post-processing. But where are we now in the development and where are we headed in the next couple of years? Will photographers be obsolete in the not so distant future?

Marco invited Alex Savsunenko (head of Skylum AI lab) to discuss this topic.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

 

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These are some of the topics that Marco and Alex discuss on this episode:

 

  • What exactly is the definition of AI?

 

  • Where is AI implemented in current photo editing software like Luminar 3?

 

  • Is the device processing power still the bottleneck for AI tasks or do we still need more advancements on the programming side?

 

  • Will AI be able to help us with image keywording and to make intelligent searches throughout our whole image library?

 

  • Will we ever see an intelligent way to apply exactly the same image look to a whole series of images based on how we have been doing our editing in the past? Filters and styles are not smart, yet.

 

  • How likely is it that the AI image processing will be applied directly into our cameras?

 

  • Alex looks into his crystal ball where he sees AI implementation in the next few years.

 

LUMINAR 3 software:

Link: http://bit.ly/2CzlC2g (use the discount code “PHOTOPODCASTS” at checkout for extra savings)

 


Links to Alex Savsunenko:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sasha.savsunenko

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-enhance/

 

Links to Marco Larousse:

Web: www.MarcoLarousse.com

Twitter: @HamburgCam

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco.larousse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcoLarousse1

 

Links to PPN:

Web: www.PhotoPodcasts.com

Twitter: @Photopodcasts

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWaUn2M1BBoecISFEOJGRCg



Please support our show by using our B&H affiliate link (click here) that will not cost you a penny more than when you are buying at B&H without our link. And the more this link will be used to buy at B&H, the more giveaways we’ll be able to give back to our listeners through B&H. It really is a “win-win” situation :)


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