Explore every episode of the podcast The Helpful Photographer Podcast by NYC Photo Safari
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 213: Understanding Your Audience | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:06:13 | |
Understanding your audience can improve photography, contests, client work, and visual storytelling.
Transcript here: New York City Photo Safari | |||
| 212: Composition P6: Concept, Intent & Technique | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:09:49 | |
Learn how technical skill, post-processing, concept, and intent work together to create stronger, more memorable photographs.
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| 211: How to Choose a Wedding Photographer | 27 May 2026 | 00:09:42 | |
What to look for in a wedding photographer, from pricing and style to editing and personality, so you can make the right choice.
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| 210: Composition P5: Understanding Light in Photography | 20 May 2026 | 00:09:24 | |
How light and shadow shape better compositions and improve your photography by seeing light more intentionally. Transcript available here: New York City Photo Safari | |||
| 209: Composition P4: Balance & Negative Space | 13 May 2026 | 00:04:44 | |
Improve composition with better framing, visual balance, and negative space in your photography.
Transcript available here: New York City Photo Safari | |||
| 208: Composition P3: Color Theory for Photographers | 06 May 2026 | 00:23:17 | |
Learn how color, contrast, and value shape stronger compositions and guide the viewer’s eye in photography. To view James' artwork visit: https://www.jamesfreed.com/fine-art Read transcript here: New York City Photo Safari | |||
| 207:Composition P2: When to Use the Center | 29 Apr 2026 | 00:07:55 | |
When does centered composition work? Learn how to use it effectively.
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| 206: Composition P1: Rules & When to Break Them | 22 Apr 2026 | 00:05:43 | |
Why common composition rules can limit your photography and how to use them more effectively.
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| 205: OEM vs 3rd-Party Lenses: Worth It? | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:05:13 | |
OEM vs third-party lenses: do the savings cost you performance? Here’s what you need to know.
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| 204: Third-Party vs OEM Camera Batteries: Which Is Better? | 08 Apr 2026 | 00:09:06 | |
Are third-party camera batteries worth the savings? Learn the real difference in quality, reliability and performance.
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| 203: How to Clean Your Camera's Sensor | 01 Apr 2026 | 00:07:19 | |
Learn how to check for sensor dust and safely clean your camera using simple tools and techniques. Transcript available at New York City Photo Safari | |||
| 202: How to Clean Your Camera Gear | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:05:17 | |
A step-by-step guide to cleaning your camera, lenses and bag to keep your gear working smoothly.
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| 201: Sharp ND Filter Photography Tips | 25 Feb 2026 | 00:04:29 | |
How to keep your ND filter shots tack sharp with tips on clean filters, stable tripods, and proper focusing.
Full Transcript available at newyorkcityphotosafari.com | |||
| 200: Real-World Results of a Lens Test | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:06:25 | |
Testing your camera lens can instantly improve image sharpness and shooting confidence. Photographer Vicki Hibbert shares her real-world lens testing process before photographing wildlife in Antarctica.
Transcript available here: New York City Photo Safari | |||
| 199: Front vs Drop-In vs Clip-In Filters | 11 Feb 2026 | 00:15:01 | |
A Physicist shares the pros and cons of front, drop-in, & clip-in filters, including impact on image quality, cost, and ease of use.
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| 198: Shutter Priority vs Manual Mode | 04 Feb 2026 | 00:07:43 | |
When to use shutter priority instead of manual mode for changing light & moving subjects.
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| 197: Photographing Frozen Soap Bubbles | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:12:52 | |
A winter photography experiment: how to photograph frozen soap bubbles. Includes bubble recipes and camera settings tips.
Transcript available here: newyorkcityphotosafari.com | |||
| 196: Test Your Camera Lenses for Sharpness | 21 Jan 2026 | 00:06:27 | |
A simple, controlled way to test your lenses and find their sharpest aperture. | |||
| 195: Antarctica & Snow Photography Tips. | 14 Jan 2026 | 00:05:41 | |
Photography tips from Zim's Antarctica trip: shooting snow, high-contrast subjects like penguins, and using polarizing filters effectively.
Transcript available at New York City Photo Safari | |||
| 194: Polarization, Glaciers, and Antarctic Light | 07 Jan 2026 | 00:05:56 | |
How polarizing filters reduce glare, enhance skies, and affect real-world photography.
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| 193: Understanding Polarizing Filters in Photography (with a Physicist) | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:16:03 | |
How polarizing filters reduce glare, enhance skies, and affect real-world photography.
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| 192: Why Use Auto ISO | 18 Dec 2025 | 00:10:38 | |
When and why to use Auto ISO, how your camera balances exposure, and how Manual, Aperture Priority, and Shutter Priority really work in real-world shooting.
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| 191: Essential Packing List for Antarctica | 05 Dec 2025 | 00:17:35 | |
Everything you need, beyond your camera gear, to get ready for a trip to Antarctica. | |||
| 190: Preparing to Photograph Antarctica | 05 Dec 2025 | 00:37:28 | |
Everything you need to prepare for photographing your Polar Latitudes adventure to Antarctica. | |||
| 189: Heat Distortion in Photography | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:04:24 | |
Learn how heat distortion causes blurry photos and how to keep your shots sharp in hot or changing weather.
Transcript available at: NYC Photo Safari | |||
| 188: Shooting in the Heat: Photo Guide | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:05:57 | |
Photography tips for hot weather—protect your camera, manage batteries, and stay cool while capturing great shots.
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| 187: P6 Bird Photography: Monopods #187 | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:04:15 | |
Monopods help you capture sharp, stable, and fatigue-free bird and wildlife photos.
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| 186: P5 Bird Photography: How to Anticipate Flight | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:04:42 | |
Capture stunning in-flight bird photos by anticipating takeoff and using the right camera techniques.
Transcript available at NYCPhotoSafari.com | |||
| 184: P4 Bird Photography: Hummingbirds | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:05:01 | |
Expert tips for photographing hummingbirds— ideal camera settings to behavior tracking and lighting techniques.
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| 185: P3 Bird Photography: Capture the Decisive Moment | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:03:55 | |
Learn to spot routines in animals and people to anticipate behavior and capture decisive moments in photography.
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| 183: P2 Bird Photography: Custom Settings | 01 Oct 2025 | 00:04:09 | |
Discover how to shoot perched and flying birds with low ISO and high sharpness through the use of custom settings. | |||
| 182: P1 Bird Photography Camera Settings #182 | 24 Sep 2025 | 00:09:35 | |
Learn why shutter priority is the best camera mode for bird photography. Get expert tips on handling lighting changes, and mastering your bird shots.
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| 181: How to Design a Photo Book That Tells a Story | 17 Sep 2025 | 00:05:47 | |
From layout to image selection, discover how to create a photo book that flows beautifully and captures lasting memories. Tips for storytelling, design, and printing included.
Try Printique.com for photo book printing. | |||
| 180: Choosing the Right Print Media | 10 Sep 2025 | 00:03:56 | |
Learn when to use glossy, matte, canvas, acrylic, or metal for the best results in style and longevity. Try <a href="https://www.printique.com/?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=NYC%20Photo%20Safari&irclickid=UV7WmQUnNxycR4RWFDT3AwKNUkpzoi3vIzus300&irgwc=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Printique.com </a> for high quality prints. | |||
| 179: How to Frame Photos Archivally | 03 Sep 2025 | 00:08:37 | |
DIY tips for archival photo framing to preserve your prints and save money.
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| 178: Best Camera Bag Advice: Why Smaller Is Smarter | 27 Aug 2025 | 00:06:01 | |
Oversized camera backpacks and the social media hype behind them. Learn why smaller, smarter camera bags can save your back and your sanity.
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| 177: Ditch the Universal Plug Converter | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:03:23 | |
Practical advice for photographers and frequent flyers alike.
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| 176: Why You Need Your Tripod’s Center Column | 13 Aug 2025 | 00:05:40 | |
Learn how to use your center column properly and stop sacrificing practicality for internet myths.
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| 175: RAW vs. JPEG What's Best for You? | 06 Aug 2025 | 00:06:10 | |
Discover the pros and cons of each file format, and learn which is best for your photography workflow.
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| 174: Not All USB Cables Are Created Equal | 30 Jul 2025 | 00:07:17 | |
Not all USB cables are equal. Learn how to choose the right cable and charger for fast photo transfers and safe charging of your camera, laptop, and gear. For a full transcript visit: New York City Photo Safari | |||
| 173: A Guide to Low Light Focus | 23 Jul 2025 | 00:05:22 | |
Tips for sharp manual focus in low light. Learn why autofocus fails and how to focus better at night using simple camera techniques. For a full transcript visit: New York City Photo Safari | |||
| 172: IBIS & the 1/Focal Length Rule | 16 Jul 2025 | 00:05:39 | |
Learn how IBIS and image stabilization affect the "one over focal length" rule. For a full transcript visit: New York City Photo Safari | |||
| 171: Choosing the Right Neutral Density Filter | 02 Jul 2025 | 00:05:06 | |
Learn how to choose the right ND filter by counting stops and adjusting exposure.
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| 170: Manually Calculate Exposure in Low Light | 25 Jun 2025 | 00:05:39 | |
Master ISO, shutter speed, and f-stops for perfect low-light shots without auto mode.
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| 169: Customizing Your Camera Buttons | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:02:44 | |
Discover how personalizing your camera’s buttons can improve your shooting efficiency. Click here for a transcript: NYC Photo Safari Blog | |||
| 168: Understand Your DOF Button | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:04:45 | |
Understand what the depth of field button does and how to use it.
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| 167: What Is Precapture in Photography | 28 May 2025 | 00:02:59 | |
Capture moments before they happen with Pre-Capture mode — ideal for action, wildlife, and fast-moving scenes. Click here for a transcript: NYC Photo Safari Blog | |||
| 166: Camera Use in Extreme Temperatures | 21 May 2025 | 00:05:35 | |
Learn how to safely use your camera in extreme hot or cold weather conditions.
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| 165: Lens Cap Essentials | 14 May 2025 | 00:04:16 | |
Learn why lens caps are important — and how they help protect your entire gear, not just your lens.
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| 164: Face Priority for Perfect Focus | 07 May 2025 | 00:03:02 | |
Mastering face priority: how to use it for perfect focus every time.
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