Episodes

  • Ideas on Time and Presence in Your Photographic Process

    Ideas on Time and Presence in Your Photographic Process
    Jun 24 2024
    This week's podcast asks you to forget the technical jargon or future worries that you might have in your photographic practice. Instead, in episode 485, we are talking about how Edward Hoppers desire to appreciating light on a building, Cezannes seeing the surroundings, and the beauty of just staying put to catch those subtle changes can make a different in our work. We also dig a little into how those ideas become as Louis Kahn says our teachers. After all our work, is about creating a deep connection with the moment of when we are out there with our camera. Often easier said than done. "When we shift from that, when we move from thinking about just the quality of light, that simple idea of painting the side of a house, photographing the side of the house with the light on it. And we shift into worrying about what it should be, what it could be, what it might be. We leave the present moment." Gear used in the podcast One of the questions I get asked frequently is what sort of equipment do I use to record my podcast. I have used a variety of equipment in the years that I have been recording, but here is the current list of equipment that I am using. Also as an FYI and full disclosure, the links are affiliate links to Amazon.Rode Procaster XLR microphoneRode Boom ArmRode PSM ShockmountAll three Rode components a kitFocusrite Scarlet 2i2Adobe Audition (part of creative cloud subscription)LogicPro XMacbook ProOWC Thunderbolt 3 dockHeadphones
    Show More Show Less
    12 mins
  • Musings on simplicity and complexity in photographs

    Musings on simplicity and complexity in photographs
    Jun 17 2024
    Hey everyone, in this episode, I'm diving into two of the simple pleasures in my studio—a great cup of coffee and capturing the meaningful photograph.
    Show More Show Less
    14 mins
  • Revealing Your Photography Personality through F-Stops

    Revealing Your Photography Personality through F-Stops
    Jun 10 2024
    Welcome to podcast 483, In this podcast, I’m diving into the world of f stops and depth of field in photography. Imagine your favorite f stop as a personality quiz—revealing the unique characteristics that define how you see and capture the world. You can of course start with Lightroom’s library filter bar to uncover your natural shooting habits, helping you understand your personal photography style with a metadata sort by f.stop. But rather than be just that simple, I dive into the impacts of f/stops as we explore the power of depth of field in guiding focus, telling compelling stories, and expressing intention in every shot. Whether you’re drawn to lush, blurred backgrounds or crave crisp, all-encompassing detail, it’s all about the details you value. hopefully with some thoughts on how to prioritize elements like sharpness, light, color, and technique, all while keeping your approach simple and true to your vision. Your signature and style, be it a favorite aperture or shutter speed, say something about who you are. I hope you spend a little time figuring out if you are an f/8 or f/16 sort of person. (00:00:00) Determining If a Photograph Is Effective (00:00:41) Is a Photograph Worth a Second Look? (00:03:20) Forcing a Second or Third Look (00:04:53) Technique vs. Effectiveness (00:11:38) Summary Gear used in the podcast One of the questions I get asked frequently is what sort of equipment do I use to record my podcast. I have used a variety of equipment in the years that I have been recording, but here is the current list of equipment that I am using. Also as an FYI and full disclosure, the links are affiliate links to Amazon.Rode Procaster XLR microphoneRode Boom ArmRode PSM ShockmountAll three Rode components a kitFocusrite Scarlet 2i2Adobe Audition (part of creative cloud subscription)LogicPro XMacbook ProOWC Thunderbolt 3 dockHeadphones
    Show More Show Less
    13 mins
  • Understanding Photographs Through Repeated Engagement

    Understanding Photographs Through Repeated Engagement
    Jun 3 2024
    Welcome to podcast 482 ! Today, we look at why we might come back and have a second look at an image, and how that can impact our determination of an image's effectiveness or not. We know that it’s not just about technical aspects but the deeper resonance and significance that prompt us to keep coming back for a second look, and yet, we need the technical aspects to not be a distraction. It is a balancing act. We'll dive into the importance of engaging with images multiple times, understanding their potential, and the photographer's intention behind them and how we should consider biases and critique techniques, when sorting out why some photographs hold our attention more than others. (00:00:00) Determining If a Photograph Is Effective (00:00:41) Is a Photograph Worth a Second Look? (00:03:20) Forcing a Second or Third Look (00:04:53) Technique vs. Effectiveness (00:11:38) Summary Gear used in the podcast One of the questions I get asked frequently is what sort of equipment do I use to record my podcast. I have used a variety of equipment in the years that I have been recording, but here is the current list of equipment that I am using. Also as an FYI and full disclosure, the links are affiliate links to Amazon.Rode Procaster XLR microphoneRode Boom ArmRode PSM ShockmountAll three Rode components a kitFocusrite Scarlet 2i2Adobe Audition (part of creative cloud subscription)LogicPro XMacbook ProOWC Thunderbolt 3 dockHeadphones
    Show More Show Less
    Less than 1 minute
  • A tale of distractions

    A tale of distractions
    May 27 2024
    In episode 481 of the Perceptive Photographer, we dig into the different sides of distractions and how they can be both a benefit sometimes and a negative other times.
    Show More Show Less
    14 mins
  • Importance of good customer service

    Importance of good customer service
    May 20 2024
    In episode 480 of the Perceptive Photographer, we dig into the notion of what good customer services looks like. When thinking about your photographs and if you are in the business of making photos, what does good customer service look like in your images. As your own client, what are you doing to make sure that your images have the best experience possible. Mark Your Calendars for the Lightroom Virtual Summit 2024 Before we get into the topic just a save the date note for the Lightroom Virtual Summit 2024 for May 20 through May 24. This will be a free week packed with Lightroom training. These sessions are going to be invaluable for anyone looking to enhance their photo processing and organizational skills with this tool. Subscribing to the podcast ensures not missing any new episodes released every Monday. Gear used in the podcast One of the questions I get asked frequently is what sort of equipment do I use to record my podcast. I have used a variety of equipment in the years that I have been recording, but here is the current list of equipment that I am using. Also as an FYI and full disclosure, the links are affiliate links to Amazon.Rode Procaster XLR microphoneRode Boom ArmRode PSM ShockmountAll three Rode components a kitFocusrite Scarlet 2i2Adobe Audition (part of creative cloud subscription)LogicPro XMacbook ProOWC Thunderbolt 3 dockHeadphones
    Show More Show Less
    13 mins
  • What would your camera club be?

    What would your camera club be?
    May 13 2024
    In this week's podcast, episode 479, the podcast ask what would be the purpose and goals if you had your own personal camera club.
    Show More Show Less
    Less than 1 minute
  • Evolution, revolution and rants

    Evolution, revolution and rants
    May 6 2024
    In this week's podcast I dive into the way our photos that only we seem to love can really impact our work
    Show More Show Less
    16 mins