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Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldUnscripted Moments: Exploring Photography with Ravi Shankar - Ep. 57The Art of Composition: A Conversation with Ravishankar In the opening episode of Photo Country Season 4, host Rajiv interviews veteran photographer Ravishankar, also known as the 'Wrong Side Rascal' on Instagram. The conversation delves into Ravishankar's journey in photography, which began in 2004, his love for visual composition over technical details, and his experience in street and landscape photography in Singapore. The discussion also explores the influence of cinema on Ravishankar's photography and his transition to portrait photography. Throughout the episode, the two photographers reflect on the importance of serendipity, intent, and the subtractive nature of photography. They...2025-04-0641 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldMotivation and Photography with Julian Mather - Ep. 56EP. 56 - Motivation and Photography with Julian MatherIn Episode 56 of the Photo Country Podcast, host Rajiv interviews Julian Mather, an accomplished documentary filmmaker, motivational speaker, and former professional magician. Julian shares his remarkable journey from being a chronic truant to becoming a successful cameraman on ABC. He delves into his passion for photography, his stint as an army sniper, and his extensive travels documenting stories around the world. Julian discusses the transition from analog to digital media, and the importance of storytelling, building trust, and simplifying complex subjects like science for lay audiences. He also reflects...2024-11-0442 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldChasing Light and Adventure with Vivek Chugh - Ep. 55Chasing Light and Adventure with Vivek Chugh : Ep. 55In episode 55 of Photo Country, host Rajeev Nedumaran speaks with veteran photographer Vivek Chugh (VC) about the true essence of photography. They discuss why the vision behind the shot is more critical than the gear used, and explore Vivek's journey from Goa to the remote landscapes of Scotland. They delve into his opinions on photographic equipment, his foray into filmmaking, and his take on the solitary yet fulfilling nature of photography. Vivek shares insights on the significance of having a hobby and how his passion for photography complements his...2024-09-3040 min
Spinning ValuesInside the World of Yarn Agencies - Michiel Swagemaker’s JourneyExploring the Textile Industry: Innovation, Sustainability, and Customer Relationships with Michiel Swagemakers
In this episode of 'Spinning Values' by Beekaylon, host Kartik Chaudhry welcomes Michiel Swagemakers, the founder of Swatech, a prominent yarn agency based in the Netherlands. Micheil shares his journey in the textile industry, discussing the operations of his company, the importance of maintaining confidential client relationships, and the evolving landscape of textiles with a focus on sustainability. The conversation covers topics such as the intricacies of yarn production, the challenges of the carpet yarn market in Europe, and the increasing significance of recycled materials...2024-09-2327 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 54: Capturing Africa's Beauty with Kyle GoetschEp. 54: Capturing Africa’s Beauty with Kyle Goetsch: A Journey from Biochemistry to Landscape PhotographyIn this episode, Dr. Kyle Goetsch, a former biochemist turned landscape photographer, shares his inspiring career transition story. Kyle discusses his passion for landscape photography, especially around Cape Town, and his approach to capturing unique, natural scenes. He elaborates on the challenges of leaving a secure job for a dynamic career in photography, emphasizing the importance of planning and persistence. Kyle also touches on his workshops, his fascination with astrophotography, and his commitment to showcasing Southern Africa's beauty. This episode offers valuable ins...2024-08-1331 min
This Week in PoetryEpisode 10 - Exploring A. K. Ramanujan's Poetic MasterpiecesExploring A. K. Ramanujan's Poetic Masterpieces
In this episode of 'This Week in Poetry with Professor Nedumaran,' Professor Nedumaran presents a series of poems from A. K. Ramanujan's 'Uncollected Poems and Prose.' The episode features detailed discussions and recitations of the poems 'Waiting,' 'Farewells,' 'Returning,' and 'Daily Drivel.' Each poem explores profound and often philosophical themes from simple, everyday moments. The episode also recommends Ramanujan's companion work, 'Journey's: A Poet's Diary,' and emphasizes Ramanujan's poetry's conversational and thought-provoking style.
00:00 Introduction to This Week in Poetry
00:52 Exploring...2024-07-2711 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldFrom Reality TV to Family Portraits - Ep. 53Ep. 53 - Capturing Life's Moments with Joshua Shelton: A Journey in PhotographyIn this episode of Photo Country, host Rajeev welcomes acclaimed photographer Joshua Shelton to discuss his multifaceted career in still photography and television production. Joshua shares his passion for photography, especially family and children's portraits, and talks about the creative process behind his Hello Stranger series. The conversation also delves into his extensive travel experiences, his work in reality TV, and the challenges of balancing artistic pursuits and business. Joshua emphasizes the importance of personal connections in photography and offers advice to aspiring photographers. The...2024-07-2232 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldPurpose-Driven Creativity with Bryce Groves - Ep. 52Creative Storytelling with Purpose: Bryce Groves on Activism and Art DirectionIn Episode 52 of the Photo Country podcast, Rajeev welcomes Bryce Groves, a purpose-driven creative and experienced art director with two decades in advertising. Bryce shares his journey of aligning his career with his passion for activism and environmental causes. The episode explores Bryce's work with Greenpeace, the Green Party, and his approach to combining creativity with science communication. Rajeev also discusses Bryce's event photography, nature photography, and unique storytelling projects. Additionally, the episode features a segment on Magic Mind, a mental performance drink that sponsors this...2024-07-1032 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldBehind the lens with Wildlife Photographer, Paul Kettel - Ep. 51Capturing Wildlife and Landscapes with Paul Kettel: Insights and InspirationsIn this episode of Photo Country, host Rajeev converses with Paul Kettel, an accomplished wildlife and landscape photographer from Auckland, New Zealand. This engaging discussion covers Paul's journey into photography, his techniques for capturing wildlife, especially birds, and the balancing act between passion and profession. Paul shares his approach to achieving powerful compositions and the challenges of photographing elusive bird behaviors. The episode also touches on Paul's insights into staying creatively inspired and his passion for nature and mindfulness. Tune in for invaluable tips and stories that...2024-06-1734 min
Spinning ValuesEnhancing Communication Skills in The Textile Industry - Ami Ved, Communications SpecialistMastering Communication Skills with Ami Ved: Episode 11 of Spinning Values Podcast
In Episode 11 of the Spinning Values Podcast, hosted by Karthik and produced by Inscape Media for Beekaylon Synthetics, communications and soft skills specialist Ami Ved shares her extensive 19-year experience in the field. Discussing the importance of storytelling, empathy, and executive presence, especially within the textile industry, Ami highlights how effective communication can elevate a company's brand image and enhance client relationships. She also touches upon her career journey from a customer service rep to a communications coach, revealing challenges along the way and the significant...2024-06-0940 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldRediscovering Joy Through Photography : Ep. 50Rediscovering Joy Through Photography: Sandra Cattaneo Adorno's JourneyIn this 50th episode of Photo Country, host Rajeev interviews Brazilian street photographer Sandra Cattaneo Adorno, who discusses her late bloom into photography at sixty and celebrates her 10th anniversary in the field with a new book and an exhibition at the Venice Biennale. Sandra shares her unique experience with photography, emphasizing the joy and childlike wonder it brings her. She talks about her book's innovative accordion format, her fascination with gold hues in her images, and the positive responses her work has received. Sandra also delves into her...2024-05-1739 min
Spinning ValuesFrom Yarn Innovations to Fashion Statement - Amrish Shahi, Designer & Founder, SmplyfeInnovating Fashion from Yarn to Garment - A Talk with Amrish Shahi
In episode 10 of the Spinning Values podcast by Beekaylon Synthetics, Goa-based designer Amrish Shahi shares his unique approach to fashion design, focusing on innovating at the yarn level to create distinctive and sustainable products. Shahi, founder of the startup Simple Life, emphasizes the importance of working end-to-end in the design process, from yarn to final garment, to introduce functionality and sustainability into fashion. He discusses the challenges and differences between working with domestic and international brands, the significance of starting design innovation with yarns, and...2024-04-0254 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldStrapping Success: How Justin Castles Refined Photography Gear with Lucky Straps: Ep. 49The Entrepreneurial Journey of Justin Castles and Lucky StrapsIn episode 49 of Photo Country, host Rajeev interviews Justin Castles, the photographer and entrepreneur behind Lucky Straps, renowned for their comfortable, handmade camera straps. Justin shares his transition from photography to entrepreneurship, detailing the inception of Lucky Straps, its growth, and its unique selling points like personalization and international shipping. The episode explores challenges and strategies in product development, marketing, and expanding product lines. The conversation also dives into user-generated content, the importance of starting small in business, and the potential for collaboration. Additionally, Rajeev discusses his podcast...2024-03-171h 01
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldPhotography, Passion, and Wildlife: Dev Anand Paul's Story - Ep. 48A Journey into the World of Wildlife Photography with Dev Anand Paul - Ep. 48In this episode of the Photo Country podcast, host Rajeev speaks to wildlife photographer Devanand Paul. Devanand had a successful corporate career, before switching to his passion, wildlife photography. He shares his experiences of traveling the globe from the Himalayas to the savannas of Africa, documenting the planet's flora and fauna. The podcast covers various topics including tracking and capturing rare bird species in their natural habitats successfully, handling low light situations, effective camera settings, and processing images properly. Devanand also highlights the...2024-02-2726 min
Spinning ValuesDr. Neha Mehra on Bridging the Gap from Classroom to Industry in Textile EngineeringSpinning Values: Evolving Textile Industry and the Role of Education
In this episode of 'Spinning Values', a podcast by Beekaylon Synthetics, Dr. Neha Mehra from VJTI, one of India's top institutions in textiles and technology, discusses the evolving textile industry and the importance of internship programs. She emphasizes the need for incorporating changes in the industry into educational curricula to ensure students are well-prepared for professional life. Dr. Mehra also highlights various innovative projects carried out at VJTI, involving topics like wound healing, mosquito-repellent fabrics, and more. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of automation and Industry 4.0 in...2024-02-2141 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldPhotography, Creativity, and the Corporate World - A Conversation with Vivek Patwardhan - Ep. 47Episode 47 of Photo Country Podcast: Exploring the World through Photography with Mr. Vivek PatwardhanIn episode 47 of the Photo Country podcast, the host has an in-depth conversation with guest Mr. Vivek Patwardhan, a guru in the HR and learning profession who also has a passion for photography, writing, and poetry. Mr. Patwardhan shares his journey in photography, which started with capturing images using his phone on Facebook, and the importance of active hobbies like writing and sketching. He talks about the unintended discovery of passion in different fields such as podcasting and provides insightful thoughts about the...2024-01-2234 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldGrains of Time: Exploring Analog Photography - Ep. 46 - Sasi SomuEpisode 46: The Magic and Future of Analog Photography with Sasikanth SomuIn this episode, Rajeev chats with Sasikanth Somu, a practitioner and teacher of analog photography from Auroville, Pondicherry. Sasikanth shares his journey of discovering photography through an old Kodak box brownie, his passion for analog processes, and how he teaches photography. He discusses the unique aspects of film photography, the effect of digital fatigue, and how analog and digital mediums can coexist. Discussions also touch upon the revival interest in analog photography and experiments within the field, like cyanotype. The future of analog photography and the...2024-01-1437 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldDocumenting the banality of everyday life on camera - Ep. 45 - Nikki ClendinningEp. 45 - Nikki Clendinning: Documenting the Banality of Everyday LifeIn this episode of the Photo Country podcast, host Rajeev chats with Nikki Clendinning, an urban and street photographer. Nikki shares her unique approach to photography, finding beauty in everyday scenes that others might overlook. She talks about her experiences and techniques, discussing her journey from analog to digital photography, the influence of lateral architectural studies on her work, and her love for plants and music. Nikki provides valuable tips for budding street photographers and shares her experience using a Fujifilm camera.01:09 Starting the Band...2024-01-0729 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldExploring the Photographer's Journey - Ep. 44 - Tatiana HarperEp. 44 - Conversation with Tatiana Harper: A Passionate Photographer's JourneyIn episode 44, Rajeev interviews Auckland-based lifestyle photographer, Tatiana Harper. The conversation explores Tatiana's journey from being an accountant to a professional photographer, her choice of genres, and her transition into the photography industry. Tatiana opens up about her love for lifestyle and event photography, preferring DSLR technology over mirrorless, and her experiences shooting film and digital. She further discusses the challenges of working in a saturated photography market and shares insights from her experience on how to survive in this industry.00:01 Introduction01:02 Early...2023-12-3134 min
Spinning ValuesHeartfulness Meditation: Achieving Personal Excellence in the Corporate World - Tushar PradhanIn this episode of Spinning Values by Beekaylon Synthetics, Kartik Chaudhry has an insightful conversation with Tushar Pradhan, a practitioner of Heartfulness Meditation. Tushar discusses the differences between Heartfulness and Mindfulness Meditation, explaining that Heartfulness helps individuals access the 'soul of the spirit'. They delve into the relevance of Heartfulness Meditation in corporate settings, discussing how it can enhance personal excellence and help manage stress. Tushar also shares his journey of self-discovery, including his transition from a successful career in finance to discovering heartfulness as a means of self-exploration.
00:00 Introduction to Heartfulness
00:28 Welcome to Spinning...2023-12-1331 min
This Week in PoetryEpisode 9 - Imtiaz DharkerHello there, Poetry Lovers,
Welcome to this This Week in Poetry with Professor Nedumaran. We are back with episode nine and in this installment, we're about to embark on a poetic journey with one of the most compelling voices of our time, Imtiaz Dharker. Born in Pakistan, and raised in Scotland, Imtiaz Dharker's life unfolds as a mosaic of diverse cultures and experiences. She divides her time between the bustling streets of London and the vibrant city of Mumbai, India. This intersection of mixed heritage and an itinerant lifestyle lies at the very heart of her poetry...2023-10-2209 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldExploring the Journey from Photography to Filmmaking - Ep. 43 - Kartik ChaudharyHello, beautiful people. You're listening to episode 43 of the Photo Country podcast with yours truly Rajeev. I caught up with Kartik Chaudhry, the creative mind behind Inscape Media for this episode. I first met Kartik as a filmmaker when I was working with an advertising agency in Goa India.He was part of a production house in Mumbai. For some reason, our wavelengths synced up and we have been creative collaborators ever since.One of the reasons probably is that we have both big-time comic book fans since childhood. Anyway, I have been after Kartik to get...2023-10-1328 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldPreserving East Indian Heritage Through Photography - Ep. 42 - Masban PereiraHello, beautiful people. After a bit of a break, I'm back with episode 42. And this special episode, we feature Masban Pereira from Mumbai. Whose lens captures the essence of East Indian weddings and events like no other. But before we dive into this episode, let's set the stage with a touch of history.The East Indians are a community with a rich and storied heritage.Their roots trace back to the days of colonial India. They descend from the original inhabitants of the seven islands that make up Mumbai.These resilient and vibrant...2023-10-0323 minThis Week in PoetryEpisode 8 - K. SatchidanandanThis week in Poetry - Episode Eight. In the coming weeks, we shall explore the amazing variety of poems in English written by Indian poets from the Pithamahan of Modernism, Nissim Ezekiel to the very young like Sivakami Velliyangiri, with their "thoughts weaned in silence, but spoken as poems". This is a whole new generation of poets exploring creativity with utter disregard for labels and canons, reading aloud, or performing their poems and expressing themselves on a dazzling variety of themes; provocative, transparent, and at times damning.
In this episode, we shall read some of the poems o...2023-09-1209 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEssential Tips for Running a Photography Business - Ep. 41 - Amanda King Hello, beautiful people. Welcome to episode 41 of the Photo Country podcast. And I'm your host Rajeev. In this episode, I talked to a photographer and business owner. Amanda King from, By The Horns. I actually got really fascinated with the cattle shots that were popping up on my Facebook feed sometime back. And I have been following her work ever since. Her work is distinguished by the larger-than-life, imposing images of these majestic Highland cows.I have never seen anything like that before. Because they are framed, on a black or white background. And it's got a si...2023-09-0525 minThis Week in PoetryEpisode 7 - Ars Poetica and Other PoemsWelcome back to this week in poetry - episode seven. A poem is communicated before it is understood. Hence, a poem shall be read aloud heard, especially its music, its orchestrated sounds. The listeners shall feel those sounds before attempting analysis, particularly content analysis. Poems were read aloud in public, in durbars, in the presence of kings and people.
And therefore this week in poetry is an effort at reviving the tradition of Kavi Samelans and Kavi Arangams where poets presented their work to the aficianados and lovers of poetry. Right. Without much ado, let's move on...2023-08-2206 minThis Week in PoetryEpisode 6 - W.B. Yeats and Bharathi DasanWelcome back to This Week in Poetry. Oh, I am absolutely thrilled to be back with my listeners after a break. We shall begin our new season, visiting some of the great minds who made a huge difference to the ways creativity and poetic imagination would take shape in the 20th century.
In this episode, we shall listen to couple of poems from W. B. Yeats, the Anglo, Irish poet, and two poems from the Tamil revolutionary poet of the 20th century, Bharathi Dasan.
Adam's Curse by W.B. Yeats. Professor Harold Bloom calls this...2023-08-2213 minThis Week in PoetryEpisode 5 - Thomas Hood, Billy Collins and MeeraIn this episode, we have an impressive playlist of poems. We being with a reading of a poem by Billy Collins, an American poet. We also have Thomas Hood from the romantic period, and we close the episode with a poem by Meera.
Needless to remind you, we are surrounded by words from the past and the present from east and west, north and south, we get giddy with emotions and thoughts, moods and feelings, entertaining, enlightening, inspiring, always engaging us in a conversation. Listening to them is more than communication.
It's an awesome experience...2023-08-2211 minThis Week in PoetryEpisode 4 - Shakespeare, Frost and Kavikko Abdul RahmanHello there! Welcome to Episode 4.
Beginning this episode I shall be presenting some of the best poems in world poetry i enjoyed reading & teaching.
Let's listen to the words! Let life touch you! We spend a lot of time indoors in these strange times, hardly communicating with the near and dear, separated by distance and dread of disease! Time for some sunshine! Words from these great men and women bring so much joy, restore balance, and the power to face life head on! Listening becomes such a special joy,
strengthening ties, reinforcing faith in...2023-08-2207 minThis Week in PoetryEpisode 3 - A.K. RamanujanIn this episode, we'll explore the poems of A.K. Ramanujan. AKR as he was popularly known was born in 1929 in Mysore. He moved to the us in 1962 and became a very distinguished Professor of linguistics and Dravidian studies at the University of Chicago. He's well known for his poems of love and war, an anthology of classical poems in Tamil translated into the English language. His poems in English are the reflections of an expatriate Indian poet, swinging between his perceptions of the vitality, energy, freedom of the west and his memories of his roots in his classical...2023-08-2207 minThis Week in PoetryEpisode 2 - Nissim EzekielHello there! Welcome to This week in Poetry with Prof. Nedumaran. In this episode we will be exploring the poems of Nissim Ezekiel.
“Best poets wait for words”- Poet, Lover, Birdwatcher. Nissim Ezekiel waited for his words throughout his academic, poetic,public life. Through his poetry he asserted his identity as Indian, though born of Jewish parents. He was a promoter of poetry. Bruce King, the author of Modern Indian Poetry in English firmly declares, “ Others wrote poems; Ezekiel wrote poetry”.
Goodbye Party for Miss Pushpa TS, Night of the Scorpion and Enterprise are up for r...2023-08-2208 minThis Week in PoetryEpisode 1 - Kamala DasIn the opening episode of this podcast, Prof. Nedumaran reads a couple of poems written by Kamala Das - My grandmother's house and an introduction. Enjoy!
Exploring Indian Poetry in English: Week 1
Professor Nedumaran dives into the world of Indian poetry in English in this podcast episode. He shares his journey with the English language and how he discovered various new words. He credits this curiosity and passion to his teachers and other sources of English learning like All India Radio. The focus of the episode is on Indian poet Kamala Das, her eccentric style...2023-08-2214 min
Spinning ValuesThe Yarn Bazaar Journey - In Conversation with Pratik Gadia, CEO and Founder, The Yarn BazaarEpisode 7: Pratik Gadia - The Yarn Bazaar Journey
Welcome back to another captivating episode of the "Spinning Values Podcast" by Beekaylon Synthetics. In today's episode, we have the privilege of diving into the inspiring journey of Pratik Gadia, the visionary founder of "The Yarn Bazaar", a revolutionary platform transforming the textile industry.
At the age of 15, Pratik Gadia embarked on an extraordinary journey in the fabric business, joining his family's fabric manufacturing unit. Over the years, he not only gained intimate knowledge of the industry but also led the family business for a remarkable 7 years...2023-08-2142 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldBecoming a Fashion & Lifestyle Photographer - Ep. 40 - Selvaprakash LakshamananHello Beautiful People!In this episode of the Photo Country Podcast, we are delighted to feature an insightful conversation with Selvaprakash Lakshmanan, a distinguished independent photographer hailing from the vibrant cities of Bangalore and Chennai, India. Join us as we delve into his remarkable journey through the world of photography and his captivating work that has left an indelible mark on the global photographic landscape.📸 Guest Profile: Selvaprakash LakshmananSelvaprakash Lakshmanan is not just a photographer; he's a visual storyteller who captures the essence of life, culture, and emotions through his lens. His por...2023-08-2147 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldCapturing Life's Absurdity: A Photographer's Perspective - Ep. 39 - Madhavan PalanisamyHello, beautiful people. This is episode 39. And in this episode, I caught up wiht Madhavan Palanisamy. Friends call him Maddy. He is a photographer from Chennai, India. He brings various art forms together - Writing, drawing, photography, and moving images.He's fascinated with magic realism. And through his work, he attempts to interpret the strange world that we live in. Through his playful images, he asks those profound questions that we all face - Who are we? Where did we come from? Why are we here? And how are we connected? So without further ado, let's get...2023-08-0754 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldCelebrating Nature through Photography - Ep. 38 - Rebecca RonaldHello beautiful people!It’s been a while since I posted an episode on my podcast. I have been away on a visit to my homeland of Madurai, Tamilnadu, India. I had a wedding to attend. And boy was it hot! I was sweating buckets and I had buckets of fun too!!I managed to catch a local festival and I had great fun shooting it. You can check out my photo essay on this. Head on over to my blog and have a look.https://www.photocountry.co/posts/madurai-temple-festivalAn...2023-07-2146 min
The LimelightPhotoCountry with RajPhotoCountry is a podcast that brings you showcases of photographers and inspiration for other photographers. Raj began the show as a pitch for a local radio show, choosing the name for his interest in photography and his love of country music. When COVID put an end to the radio show, his producer suggested that Raj keep doing what he was doing in podcasting form.
Raj discusses the different kinds of photographers who guest on his show, including a cliff-diving photographer, a street photographer using an old-school camera, and a photographer who uses a unique method to team u...2023-05-0914 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldPhotographic Mastery: Light & Shadow - Ep. 37 - Juliano BabyHello, beautiful people. Welcome to episode 37 of photo country.I took a wee bit of a break from the last episode due to work commitments. But I'm back with an episode with a good friend of mine, Juliano Baby. He's an award-winning photographer from Brazil, currently based in New Zealand. Landscapes, products, action. You name it, he has done it all. He used to be a professional volleyball player before his transition into photography.I found him, funnily enough at work. Believe it or not, he is a colleague at SCG where I have my...2023-05-0328 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldStorytelling through Photography - Ep.36 - KaviarasuHello beautiful people!Welcome to Photo Country and I am your host Rajeev. This is Episode 36 and I have a very special guest for you. He is none other than Kavi Arasu, an old mate of mine from Madurai, my hometown. He is a story teller and using stories he helps organizations become better at what they do. Both of us pretty much grew up together right from school and I don’t think both of us imagined that life would take such directions for us. But it did and here we are. I recorded this...2023-04-0328 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldLife in Frames: Capturing Moments Through My Lens - Ep. 35 - Sanjeev HirudayarajPhoto Country Episode 35: Exploration of Photography with Sanjeev HirudayarajIn this episode of 'Photo Country,' host Rajeev discusses the photographic journey with photographer Sanjeev Hirudayaraj. Originally from Madurai, Sanjeev is currently in New York state but works and resides mainly in London. He expresses his fondness for capturing events, festivals, wildlife, and people from around the world, using photography as therapy. Sanjeev talks about his journey from impulsively buying a camera to creating remarkable portraits. The episode also delves into the ethics of street photography, Sanjeev's inspirations, and his future photographic aspirations.00:00 Introduction to...2023-03-2234 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldDiscover Madurai: A Photographic Journey - Ep. 34 - Rexstane NissiHello, beautiful people. It's great to be back with the new season for a brand new year 2023. Welcome to photo country. And I'm your host Rajeev. I brought in the new year at an iconic, and historic location in Tamil, Nadu. My home state in India. It was at Gangaikonda Cholapuram, the temple built by King Rajendra Chola, The First, to commemorate his conquest of the river Ganges. It is here that I caught the last sunset of the year. You can read all about in on the Photo Essay that I did on this temple.While...2023-03-0625 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldFrom Pixels to Paint strokes: Unveiling the Artistic Journey - Ep. 33 - Manuela Mendonça GomesHello, beautiful people. Welcome to episode 33 of photo country with Rajeev. This is usually the podcast, where I chat with photographers from around the world. And then occasionally I do talk to artists who straddle different mediums. One such artist is Manuela Mendonca Gomes. She is an artist from Goa India. I met her when I was working there. Her work is full of nature. It's very reflective of Goa where she lives. It's culture and its architecture. So I sat down to talk to her about her art. And her journey from being a tennis player to a...2022-12-0718 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldVisual Poetry: A Lens to Unconventional Creativity and Happiness - Ep. 32 - Ravindran SolomonYou're looking at something within, within a box, and what you see is what you get, right? So if you want to be thinking differently, then look within that lens and see how you can see something different that nobody else has seen. That is the only thing. Otherwise, there's nothing else. It's all about kindness. It's all about love for the world which gives you happiness.-Ravi SoloHello, beautiful people. Welcome to episode 32 of photo country. This is the show by a photographer for photographers. And I'm your, host Rajeev. I have been...2022-11-2121 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldThe Therapeutic Ritual of Capturing and Editing Photos - Ep.31 - Karuna MuthuBefore I start my day, I go around taking photographs and then again I have a favorite cafe there called Mirror by the river. A river. And I sit there, start editing the photographs I took in the morning by Sun Rice. Now I find using the Lightroom to edit them is very therapeutic. I'm editing, I'm also preparing my day, I'm thinking about the things that I want to do and so on. So I find taking photo photos and also editing them on Lightroom is very therapeutic and it helps me to unwind and also focus...2022-11-1522 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldCapturing Nature's Beauty on a Medium Format Camera - Ep. 30 - Sundar VembuHello, beautiful people! Welcome back to photo country with Rajeev. You're listening to episode number 30. It's been a while since the last episode. My last episode was in September. I took a month’s break to catch up on a few things. I've been hard at work, refreshing my website. Now both my photography folio and my workshops all have one common home. So do visit www.photocountry.coGet on my email list and join me on one of the photo walks that I'll be doing in the coming summer months. Do consider subscribing to the podcas...2022-11-0724 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldMaking a Photographer: The Early Work of Ansel Adams - Ep. 29 - Dr. Rebecca SenfHello Beautiful People!Welcome to Episode 29 of Photo Country. And I am your host Rajeev.This is a very special edition of Photo Country. For the first time in I am talking to an art historian and author about another photographer. This episode is about the iconic photographer Ansel Adams and his early work. I had the privilege of talking to Dr. Rebecca Senf, the author of the book - Making a Photographer - the early work of Ansel Adams. it is an unprecedented and eye-opening examination of the early career of one...2022-09-1340 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldThe Zone System for Digital Photography - Ep. 28 - Gary Ray RushHello beautiful people,Welcome to episode number 28 of Photo Country with Rajeev. As photographers, we have all heard of the zone system but I have always wondered how to implement it in the digital age. As I was researching this subject, I stumbled on a video by a photographer called Gary Ray Rush. Gary is based out of Toronto, Canada. He is not only an accomplished portrait and commercial photographer but a great mentor and educator in photography as well. So, I really wanted to talk to Gary about his experiments with the zone system. A...2022-08-2130 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldThe Art of Motorcycle Photography - Ep. 27 - Ivo IvanovHello, beautiful people. Welcome back to photo country with Rajeev. I took a bit of a break for this set of new episodes. I have a great new group of photographers, curators, and artists that I will be talking to over the course of the next few weeks. And I can't wait to share those conversations with you. The first amongst this new set of artists that I spoke to is Ivo Ivanov. A commercial and still photographer by trade, and a motorcycle photographer by passion, he is originally from Bulgaria. Now based out of London. I...2022-08-1138 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldFilm Photography: Capturing Life's Authentic Moments - Ep. 26 - Valentine de VillemeurHello beautiful people. How's it going? This is your host Rajeev with episode 26 of photo country. What a journey it has been. I have met so many wonderful artists who have been so generous with their time, sharing their journey with me. I feel truly honoured to bring their story to you. For this episode, I met with a French photographer, Valentine De Villemeur based in Dublin, Ireland.Valentine is a keen observer of everyday life. She has an amazing talent to freeze that moment in time and make it into a timeless piece of art. Valentine is...2022-06-2121 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldPhotography meets Surreal Art - Ep. 25 - Matt HerringHello, beautiful people. This is Rajeev and welcome to episode number 25. It's been a hectic few weeks with work and school. So I took a bit of a break between episodes. Anyways, we're finally here and I'm stoked to bring you this conversation with one of my favorite artists, Matt Herring. He's a mixed media artist based out of London. His work is a mix of photography, illustration painting, gold foil, and much, much more. There's a lot of nature in his work as well. Don't forget to check out his work on his website https...2022-06-1230 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldThe Art of Capturing Life's Pure Emotions - Ep. 24 - Parag GopaleHello, beautiful people. It's great to be back once again on photo country. This episode has taken forever to complete. Things got really busy at work and going back to school means far less time for editing this episode. But here we are. And I can't wait to share this conversation with you. I met with Parag Gopale. A photographer who travels between Mumbai and Paris. He's the founder of The Moment, a creative photography studio that specializes in capturing candid elements of any form. There is an interesting quote on his FB page, Photography is not about...2022-05-0427 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldFinding Balance in Nature: A Photographer's Journey - Ep. 23 - Kunal KumarHello, beautiful people. I am back with episode 23 of photo country. What a journey it has been so far. I never thought I would reach this many number of episodes and meet so many wonderful artists from around the world. For this episode, I had the pleasure of talking to Kunal Kumar, a landscape and action photographer based in Auckland. He's also a long distance trail runner, and combines his passion for running, with his love for photography. Check out his work onwww.kunalkumarphoto.com or follow him in instagram @kunalkumarphoto 2022-03-0916 min
This Week in PoetryEpisode 6 - W.B. Yeats & Bharathi DasanWelcome back to This Week in Poetry. Oh, I am absolutely thrilled to be back with my listeners after a break. We shall begin our new season, visiting some of the great minds who made a huge difference to the ways creativity and poetic imagination would take shape in the 20th century.In this episode, we shall listen to couple of poems from W. B. Yeats, the Anglo, Irish poet, and two poems from the Tamil revolutionary poet of the 20th century, Bharathi Dasan. Adam's Curse by W.B. Yeats. Professor Harold Bloom calls this poem...2022-03-0809 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldSports Photography in Action - Ep. 22 - Alisha LovrichHello, beautiful people. Welcome back to photo country with Rajiv. So photography. Podcast for photographers, where we talked to image makers and artists every week, trying to pick their brains on why they do what they do. I'm really interested in how they approach their craft. So for this episode, I had the privilege of talking to Alisha Lovrich, one of the few women photographers who specialize in sports and action photography. A pole vaulter herself, Alisha is the official photographer for Athletics New Zealand. And has covered everything from the Commonwealth games to the Olympics...2022-03-0222 min
Spinning ValuesExploring Customer Centricity in the Textile Space - In conversation with Pratul Kumar, Progility ConsultingAfter a bit of a break, we are back with episode number five. Our guest today is Pratul Kumar from Progility Consulting, a management consulting firm providing profitability and productivity improvement services, for clients in the B2B area. I had a chat with him discussing customer centricity and why it is important to the textile sector. This episode is packed with insights. As always, thanks for listening.
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Driving Change and Customer Centricity in the Textile Industry
The...2022-02-2129 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldThe Far from Humdrum Life of a Photojournalist - Ep 21 - Tor EigelandHello, beautiful people. This is episode number 21, of photo country. And I have a very special guest for you. Tor Eigeland. A veteran photojournalist whose work has been published, on the Life magazine, National Geographic, Aramco, and many other international publications. He was there in Havana when Castro made his victory speech after winning the revolution. He has traveled with the Bedouins of Arabia and drank tea with the marsh Arabs of Iraq. Here is a photographer, witness to some iconic moments in history. It was truly an honor to talk to him. His book, Stuff Happens - the...2022-02-1316 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldFashion Photography with Style - Ep. 20 - Anupam SinghSo, after a break, I am back with Ep. 20 and the first episode for 2022. I had great fun talking to Annupam Singh, an editorial, fashion and portrait photographer from Auckland, NZ. Interestingly, he is from one of my favourite cities, Goa, India. His images are classic and timeless - a style that echoes the inspiration of the masters like Peter Lindbergh and Steve McCurry. You can see his work on his website - www.annupam.com or follow him on is instagram - https://www.instagram.com/annupam/As always, thanks for listening and follow...2022-02-1114 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldExploring the World of Solar Can Photography - Ep. 19 - Matt EvansHello, beautiful people. I had taken a bit of a break and now I'm back with the last episode for the, year. Thanks for supporting this podcast for the past year. I appreciate all those who have tuned into this podcast. You guys really keep me going. And this episode, I had a chat with Matt Evans - a film and solar can photographer from Wellington, New Zealand. Solar can photography is a very experimental and probably the most interactive genre of photography. Because by its very nature, It physically interacts with the environment that the camera is...2021-12-2320 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldPhotographer, Filmmaker, and Creative Entrepreneur - Ep. 18 - Devang SinghIn this episode, I caught up with a good friend of mine from back home, Devang Singh Thukral. He's one guy who wears many hats photographer, filmmaker, director. Creative entrepreneur. I like to call them a photo preneur. If there's ever a word like that, I just invented it! An ex-marketing professional from Dell, he followed his passion for photography and co-founded Studio Fry (www.studiofry.com) after finishing his photographics studies at Light and Life Academy, Ooty, India. In this conversation, I explore his journey from being a marketing pro to co-founding Studio Fry. I...2021-11-1832 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldCandid Camera: Chatting with Edgy Photographer Tom Williamson - Ep. 17On this episode of The Photography Podcast, I sit down with Auckland-based photographer Tom Williamson, who captures gritty, in-your-face images inspired by legends like Irving Penn and Juergen Teller. We discuss Tom's unique, NSFW style that goes against stereotypes and can be a bit abrasive and controversial. As Tom puts it: "I don't like upsetting people. It's not like that, but you know, it's the style. It's a bit abrasive. It's different. Hopefully it has a bit of staying power." See more of Tom's photography on Instagram @mrtwillis. I appreciate him taking the time to chat candidly about his...2021-11-0333 min
This Week in PoetryEpisode 5 - Thomas Hood, Billy Collins & MeeraIn this episode, we have an impressive playlist of poems. We being with a reading of a poem by Billy Collins, an American poet. We also have Thomas Hood from the romantic period, and we close the episode with a poem by Meera.Needless to remind you, we are surrounded by words from the past and the present from east and west, north and south, we get giddy with emotions and thoughts, moods and feelings, entertaining, enlightening, inspiring, always engaging us in a conversation. Listening to them is more than communication.It's an awesome experience. Well...2021-11-0111 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldAnalog in a Digital World - Ep. 16 with Photographer Paul PetchIn episode 16 of The Photography Podcast, I have a fascinating conversation with Christchurch-based visual artist Paul Petch. As Paul describes, "Being outside amongst nature is my biggest inspiration. I’m an analogue photographer/visual artist motivated by societal influences, our interactions with digital technologies, and the environment. My work is bipolar in nature exploring both negative and positive contemporary narratives." We discuss Paul's unique analog approach in a digital world, his creative inspirations, and the winding path that led him to his current work. Tune in to hear the stories behind artists' evolutions. Get full access to...2021-10-2621 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldOrganic Photography - Ep. 15 with Large Format Film Photog Kieran LoweFor this episode, I caught up with Auckland-based film photographer, Kieran Lowe. He is passionate about shooting portraits on his 4x5 large format camera. He has recently started a new Instagram feed - @the.redlight.district to showcase the process of taking photos on film and darkroom printing. He is old school with a love for classic watches, cars, and bikes! Kieran shares about his journey into film photography, his preference for film over digital due to its tangible, organic nature, and his reluctance to turn his passion into a job. He also discusses his travel photography experiences, the...2021-10-0519 min
This Week in PoetryEpisode 4 - Shakespeare, Frost and Kavikko Abdul RahmanHello there! Welcome to Episode 4.Beginning this episode I shall be presenting some of the best poems in world poetry i enjoyed reading & teaching. Let's listen to the words! Let life touch you! We spend a lot of time indoors in these strange times, hardly communicating with the near and dear, separated by distance and dread of disease! Time for some sunshine! Words from these great men and women bring so much joy, restore balance, and the power to face life head on! Listening becomes such a special joy,strengthening ties, reinforcing faith in life...2021-10-0207 min
This Week in PoetryEpisode 3 - A.K. RamanujanIn this episode, we'll explore the poems of A.K. Ramanujan. AKR as he was popularly known was born in 1929 in Mysore. He moved to the us in 1962 and became a very distinguished Professor of linguistics and dravidian studies at the University of Chicago. He's well known for his poems of love and war, an anthology of classical poems in Tamil translated into the English language. His poems in English are the reflections of an expatriate Indian poet, swinging between his perceptions of the vitality, energy, freedom of the west and his memories of his roots in his classical past...2021-09-2207 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldFrom Vacation Snaps to Visual Storytelling - Ep. 14 - Kalpesh TailorKalpesh Tailor - Storyteller | PhotographerThis is Rajeev and you're listening to photo country. This is the show where we talked to image makers who are making a difference here in New Zealand and around the world. That's one thing I love is talking about photography and to photographers.For this episode I met up with Kalpesh Tailor. An Auckland based graphic designer who loves telling stories with his images. He is a former Pro Gear Photographer of the Month in 2019. He grew up like most of us taking ownership of the family camera...2021-09-2019 min
This Week in PoetryEpisode 2 - Nissim EzekielHello there! Welcome to This week in Poetry with Prof. Nedumaran. In this episode we will be exploring the poems of Nissim Ezekiel.“Best poets wait for words”- Poet, Lover, Birdwatcher. Nissim Ezekiel waited for his words throughout his academic, poetic,public life. Through his poetry he asserted his identity as Indian, though born of Jewish parents. He was a promoter of poetry. Bruce King, the author of Modern Indian Poetry in English firmly declares, “ Others wrote poems; Ezekiel wrote poetry”. Goodbye Party for Miss Pushpa TS, Night of the Scorpion and Enterprise are up for read...2021-09-1308 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldCapturing Life's Stories - a chat with Film Photographer Jess Wawatai - Ep. 13Ep. 13 - Jess WawataiIn this episode, Rajeev interviews photographer Jess Wawatai, who specializes in capturing slice-of-life moments. They discuss Jess' journey in photography, from starting with a phone camera to transitioning to film photography. Jess also shares her love for documenting small towns and the impact of gentrification on communities. They delve into the importance of natural light and reactive shooting to capture the decisive moment. Jess mentions her current projects, including documenting A-frames in New Zealand and preserving the unique character of communities through photography. They conclude by offering advice to aspiring photographers to shoot...2021-09-1232 min
Spinning ValuesGiving back - In conversation with Siddharth Ladsariya, Young Volunteers OrganisationYVO: The Youth Volunteer Platform for Social Impact
The transcript features a podcast episode with Rajeev interviewing Siddharth Ladsariya, one of the founding members of Y V O (Young Volunteers Organization). Siddharth shares YVO's mission to connect donors and young volunteers with impactful social causes, their growth from 15 to 60+ volunteers, and the various initiatives they've taken to help society. He also discusses YVO's response to COVID-19, aiding in the rehabilitation of migrant laborers, providing PPE kits and food to frontline workers, and helping families who lost their breadwinners. Siddharth ends the discussion by inviting listeners to join...2021-09-0516 min
This Week in PoetryEpisode 1 - Kamala DasIn the opening episode of this podcast, Prof. Nedumaran reads a couple of poems written by Kamala Das - My grandmother's house and an introduction. Enjoy!Production & Design: www.inscapemedia.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit profrn.substack.com2021-09-0214 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldExploring the World Through Susan Blick's Lens - Ep. 12Insights from Travel Photographer Susan Blick: An Interview with Rajeev on Photo CountryIn this episode, Rajiv interviews Susan Blick, a travel and landscape photographer originally from Australia and New Zealand but currently based in Istanbul, Turkey. She shares her experiences in the field pre and post onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, touching on challenges, transformations, and future perspectives of travel photography. Susan relates how she has had to transition and experiment in her career due to changing circumstances, now including travel writing and social media content creation into her photography work. She also emphasizes the impact...2021-08-3021 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldHarnessing the Power of Mobile Photography - Ep. 11 - David IngrahamPhoto Country: The Art of Finding Perfect Balance in Street Photography with David IngrahamIn this episode of Photo Country, host Rajeev interviews Los Angeles-based iPhone street photographer, David Ingraham. David shares his photographic journey and his love for the balance between light, timing, and composition in his shots. He talks about his experience with mobile photography, particularly the iPhone, and how he developed his distinctive gritty monochrome style. David discusses the role of social media, specifically Instagram, in his work, and his thoughts on the importance of artistic consistency. The episode also delves into David's concerns...2021-08-2324 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 10 - Tim D. - Making pictures is a necessityI stumbled upon Tim's work while walking through the main street of Avondale, Auckland - the neighbourhood that I live. They were dynamic portraits of Avondale locals, captured on a 4 x 5. Tim is passionate about his work, greatly influenced by New Zealand photographers who have come before him and also his early years as a skateboarder & graffiti artist. Do check out his work on www.timdfilm.com . As always do share this episode with someone who loves photography, just like I do! If you like this show, you can support my work by buying me a coffee...2021-08-1018 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 9 - Dean Treml - Cliff Diving & PhotographyDean Treml is an accomplished sports photographer who has covered everything from the Olympics to New Zealand Rugby. His photographs have been featured in the New York Times, National Geographic amongst many other top publications around the world. Such an accomplished. Photographer. And it was my great honor to talk to him. You can find him on instagram as @deantremlPlease do subscribe to this show at https://www.spreaker.com/show/photo-country-with-rajeevlqZZxpcCqeJGTuv4ogxY Get full access to Photo Country: Inspiring Stories of Photographers at www.photocountry.co/subscribe2021-08-0119 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 8 - No Camera Bag - All about iPhoneographyEpisode 8 - Chris Feichtner AKA no camera bag - The artist that I hold as the benchmark for mobile photography. He's a travel photographer and educator using just the iphone. He loves shooting abandoned places and has even traveled to Chernobyl. By now i'm sure you must have guessed why he goes by the moniker no camera bag. You can find him on instagram and facebook as @nocamerabag. www.nocamerabag.com Please do subscribe to this show at https://www.spreaker.com/show/photo-country-with-rajeev Get full access to Photo Country: Inspiring Stories of Photographers at www...2021-07-2722 min
Spinning ValuesSolution Dyeing - In conversation with Dr. VG Kulkarni of Americhem (Part 2)Solution Dyeing and Sustainability in the Textile Industry: A chat with Dr. VG Kulkarni of Americhem
In this episode of Spinning Values, hosted by Rajeev, Dr. VG Kulkarni, a well-known figure in the world of synthetic yarn technology and the head of technology and business development at Americhem, discusses the concepts of solution dyeing and its impact on the sustainability aspects of the textile industry. The conversation touches upon the importance of sustainable coloring and use of recycled content in textiles with a particular focus on polyester usage. Dr. VG also outlines the role of masterbatch in...2021-07-2726 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 7 - Judith Webster - Minimalistic urban built environmentsJudith Webster is an accomplished mobile photographer, with a signature minimalistic style. She loves capturing the urban built environment as she wanders around Auckland, Dublin or any city which she visits. All her work is captured, edited and published through her android smartphone. I have been wanting to get her on the podcast for quite some time. So here is Judith Webster. She is on instagram as judith.webster.54Please do subscribe to this show at https://www.spreaker.com/show/photo-country-with-rajeev Get full access to Photo Country: Inspiring Stories of Photographers at www.photocountry.co...2021-07-1815 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 6 - Gary Ashton - From shoe repair to astro photographyWelcome to Episode 6. After a bit of a hiatus, I am back on track! For this episode I spoke to Gary Ashton, who owns photoprints.co.nz - a printing and framing shop in Ponsonby, Auckland. Gary is also an accomplished astro photographer. He actually started off in shoe repair before pivoting to photography & printing. Listen to his interesting story in episode 6. Thanks for listening. You can get your photo printed and framed at photoprints.co.nz, if you are in Auckland! Please do subscribe to this show at https://www.spreaker.com/show/photo-country-with-rajeev ...2021-07-1411 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 5 - Eduardo Ortiz - From classical music to street photographyWelcome to Episode 5. In this episode, I talk to Eduardo Ortiz, a classical trained guitarist turned street photographer from Valparaiso, Chile. He is travelling across the world right now and currently he is in Turkey. We catch up with him at a camp where he works as a chef. Forgive the poor audio quality as this was recorded outdoors. Subscribe to this podcast on: https://www.spreaker.com/show/photo-country-with-rajeev Get full access to Photo Country: Inspiring Stories of Photographers at www.photocountry.co/subscribe2021-07-0413 minSpinning ValuesBCF and its applications - In conversation with Dr. VG Kulkarni of Americhem (Part 1)Spinning Values: A Deep Dive into Solution Dyeing, BCF and Synthetic Yarn Technologies
In the third episode of Spinning Values, host Rajeev discusses the sustainable method of solution dyeing and Bulk Continuous Filament (BCF) with Dr. VG Kulkarni from Americhem. Dr. Kulkarni elucidates on the three major types of polymers used in the carpet industry including nylon, polyester, and polypropylene, emphasizing the increased use of PET in BCF manufacture due to improved technology, cost, and availability. He further highlights Americhem’s product differentiation based on color matching, performance under various conditions, and the ease of operational use du...2021-07-0214 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 4 - Judy Hancock Holland - Minimalism in PhotographyIn Ep. 4, I talk to Judy Hancock Holland, a minimalist photographer from Vancouver Island, Canada. Her artist mission is to create luscious, soulful photographic art that invites you to rest in a moment of awe at the beauty of creation. I stumbled upon her YouTube video on minimalism which inspired me to get in touch with her. In my view, as an educator, she has broken down minimalism that no one else has done - simple and straight from the heart. Get full access to Photo Country: Inspiring Stories of Photographers at www.photocountry.co/subscribe2021-06-2820 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 3 - Anand Dillan Vallabh aka ADV.PNG - From waves to long exposuresAnand Dillan Vallabh - AKA adv.png on instagram - a local photographer from Auckland. He loves shooting long exposures. And I really love his unique photographs of waves that he shoots around the coast of Auckland. I have been following his journey on instagram and I finally got him to come on the podcast. It was a fun interview! Have a listen! :) Get full access to Photo Country: Inspiring Stories of Photographers at www.photocountry.co/subscribe2021-06-1314 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 2 - Niel Pereira - Vintage lenses & captivating landscapesIn this episode I talk to Niloyd Pereira, a photography enthusiast and a good friend of mine. He loves collecting vintage lenses and love shooting the coastlines of Auckland on his Nikon D800. His instagram handle is vintagelensshooter and is full of spectacular sunrises & sunsets along the beaches of Auckland. Get full access to Photo Country: Inspiring Stories of Photographers at www.photocountry.co/subscribe2021-05-3111 min
Photo Country - Inspiring Stories of Photographers Around the WorldEp. 1 - Elton McAleer - From a light painting addict to a pro headshot maverickFor Episode 1, I chat with Elton McAleer - a light painting addict turned professional photographer who specializes in taking headshots with own his street photography spin. The conversation gives an insight into the changing dynamics of the print industry and the way he views photography as a business. You can find Elton's work on his website - www.eltonphotography.co.nzHave a listen! Do like, share and recommend this podcast to your photography friends! Get full access to Photo Country: Inspiring Stories of Photographers at www.photocountry.co/subscribe2021-05-2227 min
Spinning ValuesBCF Yarns and The Beekaylon Story - In conversation with Martin Van Dam, Beekaylon SyntheticsSpinning Values Podcast Episode 2 - An Insight into The Working of Beekaylon Synthetics
In the second episode of the Spinning Values Podcast, powered by Beekaylon Synthetics, we are joined by Martin Van Dam. Martin, a technical guru for Beekaylon based in the Netherlands and a veteran in the yarn and carpet manufacturing industry, shares his journey and experiences with Beekaylon. He sheds light on the company's state-of-the-art machinery, technology, product range, and future-oriented strategies. Emphasizing Beekaylon's commitment to sustainable practices, product development research, and customer satisfaction, Martin assertively affirms that the company's unique combination of top-tier machinery...2021-04-1721 min
Spinning ValuesBiodegradable Synthetic Fibres - In conversation with Alastair Drew, CiCLO TextilesSustainability in Textiles: A conversation about CiCLO Technology
This transcript is from 'Spinning Values', a podcast by Beekaylon Synthetics, which hosts discussions about sustainability and innovation within the textile industry. The host, Rajeev, discusses the impact of synthetic textiles dumped into landfills and introduces Alastair Drew from CiCLO textiles. CiCLO textiles is a company that produces synthetic yarns to be combined with normal yarns, rendering them biodegradable. Alastair represents CiCLO business in Asia and Europe, and the majority of his work is business development. The technology from CiCLO creates biodegradable hotspots on the surface of their synthetic...2021-02-2418 min
Photo Chat with FriendsSeason 2 - Episode 6 - The Art of Story Telling through visuals - In conversation with Kavi ArasuToday we are talking to Kavi Arasu, a founding member of Flyntrok, a consulting firm that specialises in reimagining work, learning, culture and change.
He is a photography enthusiast, celebrated blogger and an expert in story telling. He is also a childhood friend of mine. We grew up together and went to the same schools. So, I am pretty excited to connect up with him again to talk about the power of imagery, the art of storytelling and along the way we discuss why it is important to have a hobby.
I enjoyed the conversation w...2019-10-3133 minPhoto Chat with FriendsSeason 2 - Episode 5 - In Conversation with Rahul Datta, Starving Artist FilmsI am super excited to bring episode 5 to you. Today, we are in conversation with Rahul Datta.
In life we meet many people, and very few leave a lasting and real impact on you. One such individual is Rahul Datta, AKA The Starving Artist. I have the privilege of calling him a good friend of mine. He is a fantastic creative brain charting his own course across the high seas and the tall mountains that dot this world. He is a film maker with a unique style of telling stories and today I get to peek into...2019-10-2150 minPhoto Chat with FriendsSeason 2 - Episode 4 - Top 5 tips to improve your everyday photographyHello everyone!
I am back with Episode 4. It's been a while since the last episode. I had to sort through some technical issues. So apologies! I come to you with a very interesting conversation that I had with Archana on how to improve your everyday photography.
So sit back, enjoy the conversation and hope it will help you improve your everyday photography game. And remember - carry the camera and share this podcast with your friends!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/photochatwithfriends/message2019-10-0613 minPhoto Chat with FriendsSeason 2 - Episode 3 - Where do I start?Hello and welcome to Episode no.3 of Season 2! I continue my conversation with Vivek where we discuss the most common question a beginner photographer asks - Where do I start? In this episode various starting points, touch upon the gear question and more.
Do send in your questions. We appreciate your support. If you like this series, do share it with your friends! Also, you can send in your photographs to be critiqued or edited by Vivek and myself. DM me on instagram @clickmopics.
Thanks for tuning in!
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Send in a voice message: htt...2019-09-2310 minPhoto Chat with FriendsSeason 2 - Episode 2 - In conversation with Vivek Chugh, film maker & photographer from Goa, IndiaWelcome to Season 2 Episode 2 of the photography podcast , photo chat with friends.
Today we are talking to Vivek Chugh, the chief creative officer of visual juju, a video production agency based in Goa India.
He is a film maker and photographer. I first met VC when I moved to Goa about 5 odd years ago to take up a position as business manager at Visual Juju. At that point he was a colleague and was heading one of the business units at Synapse, the parent company of visual juju.
His presentations are legendary and...2019-09-1728 minPhoto Chat with FriendsSeason 2 - Episode 1 - Chat RefreshWe start the new season of Photochat with Friends with an trans continental Skype conversation with friend and fellow hobbyist photographer, Archana Ananthnarayan.
Archana loves taking photos in general and has a special corner for macro photography.
We catch up on how we met in our previous avatars in the corporate world in India and how the journey has been so far.
Take a listen!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/photochatwithfriends/message2019-09-0819 minPhoto Chat with FriendsEpisode 6 - What's in a frame?Bryce and I critique a few photos and discuss elements of framing and composition.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/photochatwithfriends/message2018-07-1115 minPhoto Chat with FriendsEpisode 5 - Leading LinesBryce critiques some of the photographs that our listeners have sent in. We also discuss the concept of leading lines. Tag us on your photographs on instagram for critique on the next session.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/photochatwithfriends/message2018-06-2114 minPhoto Chat with FriendsEpisode 4 - Rule of ThirdsBryce and I discuss the rule of thirds and other fun stuff this week. We have a fun exercise for you. Using the Rule of Thirds take a photograph for us to critique. Just use the Hashtag #photochatwithfriends !! Looking forward to your visuals!!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/photochatwithfriends/message2018-06-1016 minPhoto Chat with FriendsEpisode 3 - Exposure TriangleHere is the latest episode of Photo Chat with Friends, where Bryce and I talk about Exposure Triangle - the holy grail of controlling your camera in Manual Mode! Hope you like this episode and do hit us with some questions!!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/photochatwithfriends/message2018-05-2712 minPhoto Chat with FriendsEpisode 2 - Smart Phone photography - Beginner tipsIn this episode, we get into the basics of shooting pictures with your smart phone. In the subsequent episodes, we will be doing a deep dive into some of the settings on the camera app and a bit about compositions as well. So do send in your questions for the next episode. As always please share your feedback as well.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/photochatwithfriends/message2018-05-2015 min
Photo Chat with FriendsEpisode 1 - Photo Chat with Bryce CarletonThis is our second episode on the Photo Chat series where I chat with accompalished photographers and get insights into how one can get better at photography. Please send in your questions for the next episode. We will try to answer them, when I chat with Bryce for Episode 3!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/photochatwithfriends/message2018-05-1314 minPhoto Chat with FriendsPodcast Intro : starting at the beginningHere is our first episode where we introduce the podcast and discuss how a rookie photographer can start off with just a smart phone!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/photochatwithfriends/message2018-04-2005 min