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The Prestigious Initiative133: Ralph Velasco | Exploring the World Through the LensIn this episode of The Prestigious Initiative, Chris Beane sits down with Ralph Velasco, a seasoned travel photographer, international tour organizer, and founder of Continental DRIFTER®. Ralph shares his inspiring journey from a third-generation restaurateur to a globetrotting photographer. He discusses the challenges and rewards of creating meaningful travel experiences, offers tips for budding photographers, and delves into the importance of mindful travel. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about personal growth, cultural immersion, and how to make the most of every travel experience.Show Notes:• Guest: Ralph Velasco, founder of Continental DRIFTER®, international tour orga...2025-07-1645 min
UnLost CauseHow Ralph Velasco Turned His Love of Photography and Travel into a Business [Hint: Test Demand 1st]Ralph Velasco, known as the Continental Drifter, shares how he turned a childhood fascination with photography and culture into a thriving international travel business after the age of 45.
In this episode, we explore how Ralph's journey from restaurateur and financial advisor to tour leader and author was catalyzed by the 2008 financial crisis, and how small steps like teaching community classes helped pave the way.
Discover how curiosity, courage, and community can unlock your next chapter, and how you can build a thriving business by combing your passions and purpose.
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The Story Power Marketing ShowHow to Package your Expertise and Get Paid to Share It (with Ralph Velasco)Ralph Velasco has been a full-time travel photographer and international tour organizer for 16+ years, having created and led over 120 highly-rated international tours in well over 30 countries on 7 continents (plus over 100 domestic tours in the U.S.)He's spoken all over the world and in the U.S. at the Travel & Adventure Shows and the New York Times Travel Show, as well as travel blogger conferences (in Spain, Sweden, Israel, and Ireland) and the IOETI digital marketing conference in Cairo, Egypt (see more at https://continentaldrifter.co/speaking/)When not traveling, Ralph is based in Chicago...2025-05-2141 min
Peak Performance Perspectives with Mark Talukdar#143 - Mastering Peak Performance Through Travel & Mindfulness | Start Traveling with Ralph VelascoWelcome to another exciting episode of the PeakPerformance Perspectives Podcast with your host Mark Talukdar!Today, we sit down with world traveler, tour organizer, author, and photographer Ralph Velasco. He’s been to places all around the globe and has helped others do the same. This is the perfect episode for dreamers, doers, and anyone who wants to live life to the fullest!In this fun and eye-opening chat, Ralph shares how he turnedhis love for travel and photography into a full-time job. 🧳📸From his early adventures in Spain, Peru, and Mexico to running small group trips around t...2025-04-1139 min
The Ownership GameTurning Passion into Profit: How One Man Made Travel His Business – Ralph VelascoWhat if you could turn your passion into a thriving business that allows you to travel the world?
Ralph Velasco, founder of Continental Drifter, has done just that. In this episode, he shares how he went from running a restaurant in Chicago to becoming a sought-after leader in cultural tours around the globe. Ralph’s journey is a masterclass in following your curiosity, testing ideas, and building a business that aligns with your values. If you’ve ever dreamed of a life filled with travel, adventure, and meaningful experiences, this episode is for you!
In this...2025-04-0149 min
Be The Wolf#102 How Letting Go of Security Can Launch Your Most Successful Business Yet with Continental DRIFTER®, Ralph VelascoWhat if the one thing keeping you from success isn’t lack of skill, strategy, or resources … but your fear of letting go?
In this episode of Be the Wolf, we dive deep into the moment every entrepreneur faces … when to take the leap and trust yourself enough to make your passion a full-time business.
Ralph Velasco spent plenty of time in jobs and owning businesses that didn’t light him up. Because he didn’t know how to turn his passion into a business.
He walked away from security – not once, but multiple times...2025-03-0547 min
Tall Guy Talks Travel with Rick DoughertyMindful Traveling with Author, Photographer, and YouTuber Ralph VelascoRalph Velasco is known as the Continental Drifter, who started planning trips for fellow photographers. He has since branched out to talking about Mindful Travel. Travel shouldn't just be about getting pictures of a few landmarks. Travel should impact you. For more information about Ralph Velasco... https://continentaldrifter.co/about/2025-02-2034 min
My Tog Blog About Awesome Content CreationTips for Better Travel Photos from Pro Travel Photographer, Ralph VelascoWant to take better travel photos? 📷Thanks to Riverside for sponsoring this episode. It's the software I use for recording all my podcast interviews, and you can try it out here with a 15% discount using the code MyTogBlog. (Note: This is an affiliate link, which means I would earn a commission if you purchase using this link.)In this episode, I interview Ralph Velasco, a professional travel photographer and tour organizer. We discuss Ralph's journey into travel photography, his favorite travel destinations, tips for taking better photos, and how to be a more mindful traveler. Ral...2025-01-1926 min
The Bucket List Life - Helping You Build A Life By DesignThe Art of Slow Travel - Transform Your Adventures with Mindfulness Techniques with Ralph VelascoIn this episode of The Bucket List Life Podcast, I sit down with Ralph Velasco, the Continental Drifter, international tour organizer, and a seasoned travel photographer who discovered that experiencing life through a camera lens wasn't the key to meaningful travel after all. We explore the counterintuitive idea that putting down your camera might actually help you capture better memories, dive into practical techniques for using all five senses to experience new destinations, and share insider tips for finding authentic local experiences—from the world's best people-watching spots to hidden coffee gems. Our conversation takes us from the icy sh...2025-01-1946 min
Kevin Polky - The JourneyEp. #295 - Exploring the World with Purpose: Ralph Velasco on Mindful TravelThis week on The Journey, Kevin welcomes back Ralph Velasco, a seasoned traveler, entrepreneur, and author. Ralph shares the evolution of his business over the past few years, transforming his photo enrichment company into a unique travel enterprise that immerses clients in the food, sights, and rich cultures of foreign lands.
As an author of the three-book series The Mindful and Intentional Traveler, Ralph emphasizes the importance of being fully present during travel experiences. He offers insights on how to approach exploration with curiosity and purpose, allowing travelers to create deeper, more meaningful connections with the places they visit.
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World Travel Made Easy With Itinerary BossThe Art of Mindful Travel: Traveling Deep, Not Wide with Ralph Velasco(Disclaimer: Click 'more' to see add disclosure) Itinerary Boss is part of an affiliate sales network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites, such as YourBestCreditCards.com. This compensation may impact how and where links appear on this site. This site does not include all financial companies or all available financial offers. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. The content on...2024-12-2358 min
Toasting to BusinessDiscover the World with Ralph Velasco: Passion, Photography, and Adventure!Meet Ralph Velasco, the Continental DRIFTER®! In 2008, he traded his restaurant for a globe-trotting career in travel and photography. Ralph’s love for mindful exploration shines through in his five-star-rated tours, capturing stunning moments and cultural experiences along the way.Listen in to learn how he managed to pivot his career and help fellow travelers dreams take flight.Learn more about Ralph at: continentaldrifter.co/about/Buy Ralph's latest book: The Mindful and Intentional Travelerhttps://a.co/d/652FKT1Thanks to our sponsor, Perspectiv. Their mission is to help mor...2024-12-161h 08
The Daniel Stih PodcastMastering Travel Photography with Ralph Velasco: The Art of Storytelling & Slow TravelJoin professional travel photographer Ralph Velasco as he shares his journey from restaurant owner to internationally renowned photographer and tour leader. With over 120 multi-week tours under his belt, Ralph has a wealth of experience in guiding photography enthusiasts to some of the most photogenic locations around the world, including France, Cuba, Antarctica, and India. In this episode, Ralph discusses his passion for slow travel, tips for taking captivating travel photos, and how to prepare for a multi-week photography tour. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, Ralph's insights will help you elevate your travel photography game. ...2024-11-101h 06
Spark & Ignite Your MarketingSetting Expectations for Success: Building a Loyal Client Base | Ralph VelascoSend us a textIn this Spark & Ignite Your Marketing episode, host Beverly Cornell dives deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Ralph Velasco, founder of Continental Drifter Experiences. Ralph shares how he transitioned from owning a restaurant to becoming a successful international tour leader by mastering one key element: setting clear expectations. Learn how Ralph found his niche in cultural travel, avoided the common trap of trying to appeal to everyone, and created experiences that keep clients coming back year after year.This episode is packed with actionable insights on the power of knowing your...2024-10-2241 min
How To Run Profitable RetreatsThe Mindful & Intentional Traveler with Ralph VelascoIn this episode, we sit down with Ralph Velasco, seasoned travel expert and founder of Continental DRIFTER® Experiences, to explore how mindfulness and intentionality can transform the way we travel. 🌍 Here’s what we cover: The power of being present while traveling and how mindfulness can enhance your journey 🌿 The benefits of small group tours for authentic experiences and connections with local culture 🏡 Balancing structure and free time to create space for personal growth and transformation ✨ 🎁 SPECIAL OFFER:Ralph is offering a $200 discount on any of his upcoming tours thro...2024-10-1633 min
The Infinite Abilities Podcast#52 - Ralph Velasco on Minimalism, Travel Experiences, and Being PresentNick Yerhart introduces Ralph Velasco, who shares insights into his minimalist lifestyle and unique travel philosophy. Ralph discusses his background and journey, emphasizing the creation of meaningful travel experiences through his venture, Continental Drifter Experiences. The conversation explores the importance of being present while traveling and balancing photography with experiencing the moment. Ralph reveals his favorite travel destinations and advocates for investing in experiences over material possessions.
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(0:00) Introduction to Ralph Velasco and minimalism
(0:21) Nick Yerhart introduces the podcast and guest
(0:38) Background and journey of Ralph Velasco
(1:27) Creating unique travel experiences...2024-09-2425 min
Adeptus On AirChatting with the Continental Drifter, Ralph Velasco | Where to Next?Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Ralph Velasco, a seasoned travel photographer and renowned international tour guide. Ralph discusses how his passion for travel began at a young age and evolved into a career with the rise of digital photography. He shares insights about how his career as an international tour guide has flourished over time, from writing several books, to launching a travel-focused YouTube channel. Tune in to hear Ralph’s favorite destinations, his top travel tips, and where his next adventure will take him.2024-09-0525 min
THE BILLION INSIGHTS🇺🇸 7 CONTINENTS, 120+ TOURS: RALPH VELASCO'S TRAVEL & PHOTOGRAPHY SECRETS | #TBIPodcast 26
Join us on The Billion Insights Podcast as we chat with Ralph Velasco, a seasoned travel photographer and international tour organizer. With experiences from over 30+ countries and a recent expedition to Antarctica, Ralph shares captivating stories, practical photography tips, and his secrets to a successful career in travel.
Discover how Ralph transitioned from the world of restaurants to becoming a digital nomad, leading tours across the globe. He discusses the evolution of travel photography, the impact of COVID on the industry, and his unique approach to mindful travel.
Get ready to be inspired by Ralph's adventurous spirit, his passion...2024-08-221h 10
Middle Age MessPicturing the World: Ralph Velasco - Middle Age Mess, Episode 31Ralph Velasco caught the travel bug early, like, real early. Starting his international escapades in high school, Ralph started a career as a travel photographer, placing his pictures in major magazines and journals around the world. Not satisfied, he then started taking people along with him, setting up luxury vacations 10-12 times a year to create, possibly, the greatest job in the history of mankind. Find him at www.continentaldrifter.co or listen to his stories on the latest episode of Middle Age Mess.
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Middle Age MessPicturing the World: Ralph Velasco - Middle Age Mess, Episode 31Ralph Velasco caught the travel bug early, like, real early. Starting his international escapades in high school, Ralph started a career as a travel photographer, placing his pictures in major magazines and journals around the world. Not satisfied, he then started taking people along with him, setting up luxury vacations 10-12 times a year to create, possibly, the greatest job in the history of mankind. Find him at www.continentaldrifter.co or listen to his stories on the latest episode of Middle Age Mess.2024-08-2127 min
Red Hot ReadFinding Courage to Chase Your Passion - Ralph VelascoRalph Velasco, known as the Continental Drifter, shares his journey of becoming a professional traveler and tour organizer. After surviving the 2008 stock market crash as a rookie financial advisor, Ralph decided to follow his passion for travel and photography. He started by teaching photography at local colleges and gradually built a following. The financial crisis served as a catalyst for him to pursue his dream full-time. Ralph now organizes international multi-week trips for a demographic of people in their 40s and above who have the time and money to travel. He focuses on creating cultural experiences and connecting with...2024-08-0742 min
Knew Amsterdam Radio w/ Flobo Boyce#254: Well Traveled with Ralph VelascoThis week, travel savant and influencer Ralph Velasco joins the show. Ralph, "the Continental Drifter" leaned into travel tours as a way to help others to see the world. He shares his tips on launching his business, working internationally and more!2024-07-1826 min
"Mindset2Results" with Elena ApalkovaSelf-Confidence, Mentors, and Living for Today With Ralph VelascoElena Apalkova welcomes travel photographer Ralph Velasco, who shares his journey into photography, the impact of digital media, and the significance of having no plan B. They discuss self-confidence, challenges in the travel industry, mid-career transitions, the value of mentors, and Ralph's books. Ralph's closing advice: live for today.
(0:00) Introduction of guest Ralph Velasco
(0:49) Ralph Velasco's journey to becoming a travel photographer
(2:06) The role of digital photography and social media in Ralph's business
(4:32) The importance of having no plan B
(6:20) Believing in oneself and the importance of self-confidence
(8:09) Challenges faced in the travel business
(11:47) Advice for mid-career transitions
(15:27) Importance of...2024-07-1732 min
The Inspired ChoiceJourneying with Purpose: Ralph Velasco's Path to Inspiring TravelCaroline Biesalski introduces Ralph Velasco, exploring his background and the inspiration behind his career in travel. Ralph shares his experiences and the motivations that led him to move to Europe, discussing how these influences have shaped his work. The conversation highlights Ralph's unique talents and how he inspires others through his journey. Ralph shares his future goals and upcoming projects, offering insights into his continued growth and aspirations. The episode concludes with discussions on how listeners can support Ralph's journey and be part of his ongoing adventures.
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LIVE with The Famous Dr. ALLIVE with The Famous Dr AL with Ralph VelascoIntroduction
Host: Dr. Allen LyckaGuest: Ralph Velasco, international tour organizer, professional travel photographer, author, and public speakerRalph has led 120 international trips with over 1000 clients to destinations like India, Vietnam, Cambodia, Cuba, Colombia, Mexico, Europe, and AntarcticaAuthor of the new series "The Mindful and Intentional Traveler," available on Amazon
Ralph's Journey into Traveling
Started traveling in high school with a summer in Madrid, SpainVolunteered in Peru and Venezuela, studied Spanish in Mexico CityHooked on travel and photography since the late 70s and early 80s, before the internet and cell phones
Impact...2024-07-1630 min
Lifelong Learners CollectiveEducating Yourself through Travel, with Ralph Velasco, Founder/CEO of Continental DrifterRalph Velasco, founder and CEO of Continental Drifter, shares his journey from the corporate world to becoming a travel photographer and tour guide. He emphasizes the importance of combining photography and travel to create meaningful experiences. Ralph provides tips for solo travelers and discusses the benefits of group travel. He also shares his experiences in Antarctica and highlights the evolution of photography. Ralph discusses travel planning and loyalty programs, and shares his upcoming trips and projects. He concludes by emphasizing the value of spending money on experiences rather than material possessions.
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Business UncensoredCapturing the World: Ralph Velasco's Photographic JourneyRalph Velasco, travel photographer and travel organizer, shares his inspiring journey to global explorer. With a passion that began in his youth, Ralph has led over 120 international trips, capturing the essence of 30 countries on six continents. This episode shows us Ralph's transition to digital photography, his innovative approach to travel and how he took advantage of the power of digital media to expand his horizons.
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Side Hustle HeroGet Paid To Travel, with Ralph VelascoToday we explore the world of being a tour organizer! Our guide is traveler and photographer, Ralph Velasco, who has organized and led over 120 international tours to an array of destinations around the world. His 15 years of experience shines through in the 5-star ratings his clients have given his tours and the tips and ideas he shares with us today. Prior to this conversation with Ralph, I thought the job of a tour organizer involved booking all the hotels, restaurants, and excursions at the destinations but it absol...2023-11-2842 min
The Level Up Leader with Michael KingRalph Velasco, The Continental Drifter: A Unique Travel ExperienceSummary: In this episode of the Level Up Leader podcast, Ralph Velasco discusses his two travel brands and how he creates cultural tours that cater to photography enthusiasts. He also shares his story of becoming a travel photographer and tour organizer, along with his tips on setting clear client expectations and over-delivering on promises.Key Points: • Ralph recently created a YouTube channel called The Continental Drifter, where he shares travel and photography tips for baby boomers and Gen X travelers. • Ralph's favorite trips are the Treasures of Armenia and the Republic of Georgia, and Mexico's Copper Canyons, whic...2023-06-1520 min
Playful Humans - People Who Play for a LivingLife's too short to NOT travel! Learn how to be a Continental Drifter with Ralph VelascoAre you ready to turn your passion for photography and travel into an adventure of a lifetime? Join Ralph Velasco, the Continental Director, as he shares his journey from owning restaurants and working as a financial advisor to becoming a travel photographer and tour organizer. Ralph's passion led him to create walking tours that teach people how to use digital cameras, starting in the early 2000s, and the many benefits that international travel can bring by taking us out of our comfort zones.In this engaging episode, listen as we explore the art of photography, common misconceptions...2023-05-3030 min
Health DeclassifiedBuilding and Managing Businesses in the Travel Industry: Interview with Ralph Velasco - EP 230In this episode, our guest is Ralph Velasco, founder and operator of multiple successful tour companies, a travel photographer, tour leader, public speaker, and published author. Ralph will share his insights on building and managing businesses in the travel industry. Tune in to learn from his valuable experiences.
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Worldwise Wealth60. Making a Full-Time Income From Traveling the World | Ralph VelascoRalph Velasco is a full-time world traveller who has been travelling the world for years. Ralph has started two businesses in the travel industry, and in this episode he shares his story, how he discovered his passion for travel, and how he merged his passion and travel together to create a lifestyle where he earns his income from travel. This episode is a must-listen for those looking to monetize their passion, whether within the travel space or otherwise. Connect with RalphPhoto Enrichment Tours: PhotoEnrichment.comAlla Campagna Tours: AllaCampagna.comC...2023-03-2944 min
Not in a Huff with Jackson Huff#129- Ralph Velasco: Life As An International Tour Guide and PhotographerThis week is a snapshot into the life of Ralph Velasco a travel photographer and tour company owner. We talk about how he went from the typical business world grind to a life traversing the world. He tells us what makes his tours unique, some of his favorite places to visit, and some helpful tips for travelers and photographers alike._____________________________________Ralph's Links:https://ContinentalDRIFTER.cohttps://PhotoEnrichment.comhttps://AllaCampagna.comhttps://youtube.com/continentaldrifterIG: https://instagram.com/ralphvelascoFB: https://fb...2023-02-2256 min
Intelligent Conversations"Capture the Moment & Then Live" feat. Ralph VelascoListen to Ralph Velasco share his journey to becoming a traveling photographer. Ralph organizes small tour groups to capture some of the most breath-taking, picture perfect moments. He also tells us the importance of snapping a memory and then living for it! Tune in now to learn more about Ralph!Hosted By: Josh Baker Guest(s): Ralph VelascoYou can find Ralph on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, and LinkedIn! You can also catch Ralph on his YouTube channel and websites to learn more about his tours and classes! 2023-02-1533 min
The Arner Adventures PodcastTravel Photographer + The Continental Drifter Ralph Velasco Discusses Experiencing Different Cultures Through TravelRalph Velasco is a travel photographer, award-winning travel photography instructor, author, public speaker, and international tour organizer, a.k.a. The Continental DRIFTER.
Over the past 14 years, Ralph has organized and led more than 120 small group cultural tours around the world under his PhotoEnrichment Adventures and Alla Campagna Experiences -brands. Ralph is also a YouTube Creator- his YouTube channel is called- The Continental DRIFTER – where he makes sure to remind you that “life is too short not to travel!”
The full show notes are available HERE. 2022-11-2257 min
JRNY Travel PodcastBuilding apps and shooting backgammon with Ralph VelascoRalph Velasco is a photographer, photography instructor and international guide. He and host Si Willmore discuss Chicago and Cambodia, Ralph's companies PhotoEnrichment Adventures and Alla Campagna Experiences, and Ralph shares just a couple of his "boatload" of secret photography tips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-2940 min
Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations#14 Ralph Velasco: Travel and photography - Travel tip secrets | Joey Pinz Discipline ConversationsSend us a textWelcome to Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations, where we explore the world of travel and photography, and uncover valuable tips to enhance our journeys! 🌍📸In this captivating 14th episode, join me, Joey Pinz, as I sit down with the seasoned traveler and photography expert, Ralph Velasco, to unveil his travel tip secrets. ✈️📷 Ralph Velasco is a travel photographer, experienced tour organizer, small business owner, entrepreneur, 3rd generation restaurateur, podcaster, YouTuber, and author.🎥 In this enlightening conversation, Ralph shares:✔️ Proven travel hacks and tips to make your trips more enjoyable and hassle...2021-09-0858 min
Encourage Men PodcastRalph Velasco- The Marriage of Photography and Travel Ralph Velasco and the Marriage of Photography and Travel The Encourage Men Podcast is a quick source of encouragement for men seeking to be their best in today’s world . In this episode my Special Guest is Ralph Velasco a professional photographer and Unique Experience Tour Organizer. We talk about how Ralph built a business providing small cultural experiences to travelers and how life is way too short not to travel. Connect with Ralph: Travel Blog: https://continentaldrifter.co/ (it's .co, not .com) YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/c/continentaldrifter PhotoEn...2021-04-2626 min
Drive with Us PodcastS3E8: Ralph Velasco – Dropped off at the Wrong Border & French RentalsHave you ever almost accidentally crossed the wrong border, zipped around Turkey, or struggled with a rental in France? Ralph Velasco, a professional travel photographer, blogger, and new Youtubber, has organized small group tours around the world for 12 years, and along the way has experienced some crazy driving experiences. Like the time he was … S3E8: Ralph Velasco – Dropped off at the Wrong Border & French Rentals Read More »The post S3E8: Ralph Velasco – Dropped off at the Wrong Border & French Rentals appeared first on Drive with Us Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See aca...2021-04-2249 min
Drive with Us PodcastRalph Velasco – Dropped off at the Wrong Border & French RentalsHave you ever almost accidentally crossed the wrong border, zipped around Turkey, or struggled with a rental in France? Ralph Velasco, a professional travel photographer, blogger, and new Youtubber, has organized small group tours around the world for 12 years, and along the way has experienced some crazy driving experiences. Like the time he was …
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The Traveling Image MakersStorytellingDoes every picture tell a story? What does it actually take to create storytelling photographs? This week, Ugo, Ralph and special guest Kav Dadfar discuss the ins and outs of storytelling in travel photography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-03-1651 minThe Traveling Image MakersOne-on-One with Ugo and RalphIn this episode Ugo and Ralph catch up after a few months and discuss their recent travels, to Italy and Turkey respectively. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-02-2341 min
Designed by Wingnut Social | Interior Design BusinessTravel + Interior Design Photography Tips [Pro Ralph Velasco Shares] - Episode 192How important is good photography for interior design marketing? How important is it for the travel and tourism industry? How do you craft the perfect image that portrays what you see? In this episode of the Wingnut Social podcast, professional photographer Ralph Velasco joins Natalie and Darla to share his expertise.
Ralph is a professional travel photographer who’s led over 100 international tours over the last 12 years. He is the founder and CEO of PhotoEnrichment Adventures and Alla Campagna. Ralph crafts tours that not only immerse you in another culture, but teaches you how to capture what yo...2020-10-2837 min
The Traveling Image MakersLuka Esenko and PhotoHoundThis week's guest on the podcast is premiere outdoor photographer, photo workshop leader and PhotoHound app co-creator Luka Esenko. Ralph "sat down" with Luka to get an update on what he's been up to lately and he asked him in-depth questions about why the switch from Snapp Guides to PhotoHound, an app that is extremely useful for photographers in that it's full of great information about what and where to photograph in over 4,600 locations on 6 continents around the world (and growing). PhotoHound is free app and is based on a community of photographers sharing not only great spots to shoo...2020-07-0738 min
The Traveling Image MakersTomás Tigchelaar Lourenço and Give Sea Life a HandTomás Tigchelaar Lourenço, our guest for this episode of the podcast, is not a photographer, but he is using the power of photographs to effect some powerful change in the world.In December of 2017 Tomás started the @GiveSealifeAHand Cleanup movement on Instagram.This movement started during a beach walk in Portugal, when talking about ocean plastic pollution, he said something like “If fish had hands, this problem would have been long solved.”. Moments after, he looked at his hands and realized he had to give sea life a hand.After a cleanup...2020-06-0938 min
The Traveling Image MakersKav DadfarOur guest for this week’s episode of the podcast is Kav Dadfar.Kav is a professional writer and travel and landscape photographer, based on the outskirts of London, in leafy Surrey.Kav has worked on various assignments as well as for commercial clients. His travel images are represented by various high-end stock agencies such as 4Corners Images and Robert Harding and they have been used by the likes of Condé Nast, National Geographic, Wanderlust travel magazine, Lonely Planet, Rough Guides, American Express, Daily Mail, Sunday Times Travel, Express, The Guardian and many more.H...2020-06-0243 min
The Traveling Image MakersPaul Zizka in the Icy WildernessOur guest for this week’s episode of the podcast is Canadian nature photographer and adventurer Paul Zizka.From the peaks of the Canadian Rockies to iceberg-laden seas off the coast of Greenland, Paul’s journey to capture the “under-documented” is a testament to his passion for exploration, his creative vision and fierce sense of determination. These qualities, combined with his pursuit of fresh perspectives and a deep love for the landscape, have resulted in an ever-growing portfolio of cutting-edge images.Whether it’s wading waist-deep into a glacier-fed lake or chasing auroras from dusk til dawn, P...2020-05-1948 min
The Traveling Image MakersValérie Jardin in FranceWe're really excited to have back on the show one of our favorite guests and best friend, street photographer extraordinaire Valérie Jardin.Valérie is a French photographer, currently residing in the United States. She is self-taught and worked for several years as a commercial photographer. Today, Valérie is known internationally through her workshops. When she is not teaching others the art of visual storytelling, Valérie is a prolific author, a speaker, and a podcast producer of the bi-weekly show Hit The Streets with Valérie Jardin. She lives and breathes in pixels....2020-03-3153 min
The Traveling Image MakersAndrew Gibson and Travel Photography When You Can’t TravelNowadays travel to most of the world has sadly become impossible. Photographers, and especially travel photographers, are trying to find ways to keep their juices flowing while they can’t go very far or, in some cases, are not even allowed to leave their home.Andrew Gibson is a photographer who has been forced to cancel all his travel plans in the last two years, not because of a pandemic, but because he and his wife now have a small child.We spoke with Andrew about the ways he has been coping with th...2020-03-1838 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 173 – Carnival in Rio de JaneiroOur co-host Ralph Velasco recently returned from spending a few days at one of the most popular festivals in the world: the Carnival of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.On this week’s episode of the podcast, he shares with us his experience and gives some useful tips for those wanting to partake in it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-1034 min
The Traveling Image MakersDarlene Hildebrandt and the Venice CarnivalOne of our favorite guests is back on the show! When Ugo interviewed Darlene Hildebrandt in episode 85, she expressed her intention to come to Venice for the Carnival and join the workshop that Ugo leads there every year.Darlene is the creator of Digital Photo Mentor. She has been a professional photographer for over 30 years, and photography educator since 2011. Darlene provides valuable articles on her site, has a free ebook, and offers online photography courses, as well as photography travel tours. Her next tours are to Morocco in April and Peru and India in the fall of 2020.2020-03-0322 min
The Traveling Image MakersPia Parolin in MadagascarMadagascar is a fabulous but also very troubled country. Its separation from Africa, millions of years ago, made it into a somewhat isolated an unique ecosystems with animals and plants that can only be found there.When people came to the island, they started exploiting its vast natural riches and now that ecosystem is on the brink of collapse.This hasn’t made people’s life easier, as they have to contend daily with poverty, corruption, and environmental degradation. Regardless, they are always keen to smile for the camera.Our guest for this week...2020-02-2556 min
The Traveling Image MakersValentina Tamborra, I Am The BorderWhat does it mean to live on the border?It might be the border between humanity’s last dwelling at the edge of the Arctic, or the thin red line between continents, where migrants are trapped in a limbo and forgotten, or mountains of trash, where a few desperate people live precariously between life and death.Valentina Tamborra, the guest of this episode of the podcast, is a young travel photographer and photojournalist, but she has already explored many of those borders.She tells the stories of the people who live on the bo...2020-02-1843 min
The Traveling Image MakersAmy Inman, Grapes and HeroesThe guest of this week’s episode is not a photographer, but we thought the story she wanted to tell deserved recognition.The reason we travel to and photograph certain locations is because we love them and we would do anything to preserve them. High on the list of most-loved places for us sits the Cinque Terre region in north-western Italy.This region is strikingly beautiful and extremely fragile. What not many people know is that the landscape there has been shaped by millennia of farming grapes and olives on narrow terraces, held together on th...2020-02-1128 minThe Traveling Image MakersFear of TravelingAfter a few months of absence, The Traveling Image Makers Podcast is back on air!In this episode, Ugo and Ralph discuss how fear of the consequences of recent events, including the spread of the coronavirus infection in China, is impacting world travel and what travelers can do to ensure their own safety and minimize the chances of bringing home bad memories, instead of beautiful photos, from their trips. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-02-0438 min
The Traveling Image MakersStefania Boglioli in KenyaOur guest for this episode of the podcast defines herself as a photographer, a philosopher, a writer and a wanderer.Stefania Boglioli is also a blogger, a visual story teller and a travel companion with a passion for sharing her journeys and her perspective with fellow curious travellers.She was born in Italy, but spent many years in Africa before returning to Europe to continue her work. She changed career path more than once and lived many lives.She is either out exploring and taking photos or locked up in her home studio r...2019-06-0435 min
The Traveling Image MakersPedro Kin in Patagonia and the DolomitesPedro Kin is a Portuguese landscape photographer based in Slovakia but you’ll often find him chasing the light in the most beautiful mountains, forests and fjords of Europe. Favouring the cold landscapes and the raw nature of northern Europe, the weather does not stop him from going after the perfect shot — be it the northern lights in the Lofoten Islands, a snowy beach in Lithuania or a powerful waterfall in Iceland. When not travelling the world with his camera, Pedro is found back home helping others improve their photography and editing skills through personalized one-to-one online courses.Ug...2019-05-0739 min
The Traveling Image MakersErin Babnik on ResilienceThis episode of the podcast was scheduled to be recorded months ago. On the day we were supposed to be interviewing our guest, Erin Babnik, she emailed us asking to reschedule, since she was being evacuated from her house in Paradise, California.Erin Babnik is known internationally as a leading photographic artist, educator, writer, and speaker. Her ambitious and expressive style of landscape photography brings together an unusual integration of adventurous exploration, progressive techniques, and formal education in the arts. In her writing and public speaking, Erin explores topics with a unique blend of art historical, philosophical...2019-04-3040 min
The Traveling Image MakersAriel Estulin in Nepal and TibetAn award winning photographer and photo educator. Primarily interested in landscapes, he travels the world seeking out beauty in those wild and remote places on earth that still remain untouched by civilization and where nature commands ultimate attention.Self-taught as a photographer, he spent time with Freeman Patterson, Canada’s renowned photographer, to learn the art of making great photographs. His training as a graphic designer continually shapes what he sees through the lens in order that elements such as light, shape and colour all work in harmony. His never-ending search for off-beat adventures have led him to...2019-04-1642 min
The Traveling Image MakersJason Teale in KoreaThe guest for this episode of the podcast is Jason Teale, a Canadian photographer who has made South Korea his home for more than ten years now.Jason’s work focuses on travel landscapes and cityscapes as well as cinemagraphs. He is a brand ambassador for Flixel and managed their photographic team for Visa during the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics. His work has been featured by National Geographic and Travel and Leisure Asia.Ugo asked Jason about what makes Korea such an amazing place to live and to photograph.They also chatted about Jason’s lates...2019-04-0937 min
The Traveling Image MakersMartin Bailey in JapanRecently Ugo bought a couple flight tickets to Japan, a country he will be visiting for the first time this year. Wanting to learn more about the place and how to photograph it best, he naturally thought of the photographers he knows that are intimately familiar with it?Looking at the list of past guests of this podcast, it is obvious that Martin Bailey is the expert, when it comes to Japan, having lived in Tokyo for many years.Martin is a nature and wildlife photographer based in Tokyo. He’s a pioneering podcaster and blog...2019-03-261h 03
The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 161 – David duChemin and The Traveling LensThe guest for this episode of the podcast is an old friend of the Traveling Image Makers podcast. We recorded episode TTIM 66 – David duChemin and The Soul of the Camera with him a while back.David is a world & humanitarian assignment photographer, best-selling author, digital publisher, and international workshop leader. Based in Victoria, Canada, when he’s home, David leads a nomadic life chasing compelling images on all 7 continents.He just reopened for enrollment his travel photography course, The Traveling Lens. You can sign up for it only until January 24.Ralph and Ugo a...2019-01-221h 02
The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 160 – Mike Holp, the Digital NomadIn this week’s episode of the podcast, Ugo interviews Mike Holp.Mike is a digital nomad and travel photographer from Austin, Texas. He’s been traveling in South America for over a year, capturing photos of beautiful destinations, and meeting new friends from all over the world! Mike is offering a coaching program to other aspiring digital nomads with the proven techniques for long-term travel on a budget. He recently launched an online course and free eBook on how to generate passive income with Airbnb every month without owning property or renting out your space. It’s now po...2019-01-0844 min
The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 159 – Simon Bond and Creative PhotographyLast week’s interview with Jay Patel, where we discussed the topic of creativity is a great segue into today’s episode, because we are going to have a conversation with an artist that has chosen creative photography as his trademark of sorts.Simon Bond is a professional freelance travel photographer who focuses on the Asian continent for his work, he has travelled extensively in this region and is dedicated to producing the best quality travel photographs. Simon cut his teeth in the dark room when he was 15, from there he learnt how to use an SLR camer...2018-12-1834 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 152 – Georgia and ArmeniaIn this episode, a conversation between Ralph and Ugo about the former’s recent trip to a pair of small, not very well-known, but beautiful and welcoming countries: Georgia and Armenia.These two countries with a long history, which regained their independence after the collapse of the Soviet Union, haven’t seen much tourism until recently and this means their beauty is still largely unspoilt, even though they are rapidly modernizing and the infrastructure is almost on par with European standards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-10-3043 min
The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 151 – Mike Gulbraa Around the WorldFor this episode of the podcast (absent Ralph, who was traveling to Costa Rica) Ugo had the opportunity to interview Mike Gulbraa, who has been into photography for over 45 years and he has visited 162 countries to date.Mike, a published and award-winning photographer, established M&M Photo Tours, Inc. in 2009, and since has traveled extensively in the US and across the globe, doing photo tours and workshops at the world’s best locations. M&M Photo Tours, Inc. is for photographers of all skill levels – even professionals.Mike enjoys photographing candids, street photography, landscapes, wildlife, and sp...2018-10-2354 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 150 – South-East AsiaIn this episode of the podcast, Ralph interviews Ugo about his recent trip to a trio of countries in Southeast Asia: Singapore, Malaysia, and Cambodia. These countries are culturally rich and diverse and visually stimulating, so we think they should be on every traveling photographer’s radar. Below the fold, you can see some of the pictures Ugo took while there.We also recommend that you listen to episode TTIM 146 – Matt Brandon and Pete DeMarco in Malaysia, which covers the city of Penang more in depth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2018-10-1654 min
The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 149 – Daniel Rosca in RomaniaWhile Ralph was touring Romania, he had a chance to sit down and interview Daniel Roșca, a local photographer and tour operator. Together, they discussed what makes Romania a destination that is becoming more and more sought after by photographers worldwide, thanks in no small part to its gorgeous landscape and its beautifully preserved traditions.Daniel Rosca is a tour guide from Romania specializing in photography, genealogy, cultural and wine tours. He traveled to over 40 countries, lived for 4 years in Belgium, Poland, Turkey and Egypt and worked for organizations like Microsoft, Deloitte and AIESEC.2018-10-0943 min
The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 147 – Patrick Monahan in Copper CanyonThis week's guest is Patrick Monahan who has gone from a successful career in the high tech industry to traveling the world and now leading tours. In this episode, Ralph sits down with Patrick on a huge rock overlooking Mexico's Copper Canyon to discuss his travel and photography experience, and specifically how to see and photograph this fascinating part of the world (did you know that Copper Canyon is bigger and deeper than the Grand Canyon? And it has one of the great train rides of the world running right through it, the only passenger train in all of Me...2018-09-2527 min
The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 141 – Dennis Valverde and Costa RicaDuring his latest trip to the Osa Peninsula of Costa Rica, Ralph sat down with naturalist guide, photographer, and native Costa Rican, Dennis Valverde.He was always fascinated by the animals and the big trees that were around his grandparents’ forest. That interest encouraged him to study the biodiversity of the rainforest in a more formal way. Nowadays he has a 12-years experience as a professional naturalist guide.Photography is Dennis’ second passion and his interest in it started 6 years ago as a result of his desire to capture the abundant wildlife that he sees ever...2018-08-1440 min
The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 139 – Scott Kelby and the World Wide Photo WalksThis week we have a very special guest on the show that doesn't really need a lot of introduction, because pretty much everybody knows Scott Kelby.For those few who still don't, we'll just say that Scott is the President and CEO of KelbyOne (the online educational community for creative people); the editor and publisher of Photoshop User Magazine; Conference Technical Chair for the Photoshop World Conference & Expo; Host of the influential weekly photography talk show “The Grid;” Founder of the annual “Scott Kelby Worldwide Photo Walk” (the world’s largest social photography event); Training Director and lead instr...2018-07-311h 05The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 129 – Moroccan AdventureIn this special episode of the podcast, Ralph talks with Ugo about his latest trip to that wonderful country, Morocco.You can follow Ralph along his itinerary, from Casablanca to Marrakech, as we describe some of the best spots the country has to offer, including Chefchaouen, Fes, the Erg Chebbi desert, Aït Ben-Haddou, and the Atlas mountains.Listen closely if you want to get the best tips about touring and photographing this fascinating destination.LinksMystical Morocco – Photo Enrichment AdventuresUrban Morocco: Rabat, Fez, Meknes and Chefchaouen – Ugo Cei Photography2018-05-2251 min
The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 126 – José Manuel Santos in PortoJosé Manuel Santos lives and breathes Porto, the city where he was born sometime ago, in 1960. He has travelled up and down Portugal both by car and on a motorbike since 1980, always with his camera in the bag, and is a deep connoisseur of his country. He has so many stories to tell, surely many more than his age.Portugal and Porto in particular run in his blood. His eyes shine when he tells us stories about his city, its people and its light so unique and so special.He loves nothing more then to s...2018-05-0149 min
The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 123 – Peter Ragg and Travel VideographyThe guest for this week's episode of the podcast, hosted by Ralph, is British photographer and videographer Peter Ragg. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-04-1055 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 114 – How To Take Great Travel PhotosWe often get emails and messages from listeners who ask us advice on how to take great travel photos, so this week we wanted to record a special episode. We don’t have the usual interview with a guest this time but decide instead to spend some time giving you our best tips to help you get better photos every time you take a trip.Some examples of the topics we covered include:The importance of a shot listTelling storiesThe power of oneHaving a theme in mindWatching your backgroundsTiming and anticipationDon’t be shyPoint and shootTh...2018-02-0645 min
The Candid Frame: Conversations on PhotographyRalph VelascoRalph Velasco is President, Founder and CEO (Chief Experience Officer) of PhotoEnrichment Programs, Inc. d.b.a. PhotoEnrichment Adventures, as well as a travel photography instructor and international guide who has photographed in over 60 countries on 6 continents. Drawing on over 10 years of experience planning, organizing, administering, scouting and leading more than 70 international trips around the world, and over 100 domestic trips in the United States, Ralph has created TourOrganizerTraining.com, a free webinar and online course series that trains everyday people, step-by-step, how to organize and lead their own tours, whether around the world, or around the corner. He’s the au...2018-01-3050 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 105 – Vieri Bottazzini and Landscape Photography with a LeicaAfter some weeks of absence due to his travels to places with poor Internet connectivity and wildly different time zones, Ralph joins Ugo back on the show to interview Vieri Bottazzini, a travel landscape photographer, Leica Ambassador, Leica Akademie Italy instructor and Formatt-Hitech Ambassador.Vieri considers himself a portrait photographer. He portrays the beauty of the planet, working in the most spectacular studio of the world: the world itself.Since 2010 he combined his passion for photography with his love for nature and the wilderness by dedicating himself exclusively to Fine Art Landscape photography. With 25 years...2017-12-0549 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 103 – Bob Edelstein in IndiaDuring his latest tour of India, Ralph Velasco took some time to sit down with his friend Bob Edelstein and ask him about his photography and his travels. Here is what Bob says about himself:“I began taking pictures when my older brother came out of the Army. He had purchased a Pentax Spotmatic in the mid 1960’s. I immediately purchased my own camera and was in love with photography from the beginning. I took many courses while in college and started travelling to the Southwest United States where I fell in love with the landscape. Over the...2017-11-2134 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 94 – Tom Curley in VietnamOn this week’s episode of the podcast, Ralph interviews Tom Curley and they talk about a country they both know very well: Vietnam. If you are curious about a country that is quickly opening up to worldwide tourism, but remains a mystery to many, their conversation will answer many of your questions.Tom is a photographer as well as a marketing executive at Panasonic North America, responsible for business development of the Lumix G series camera system for professional markets. For over 25 years he managed the line of professional photography products, digital lab printers, and pro la...2017-09-1945 min
jpeg2RAW Photography Podcast#199 - Ralph Velasco - Adding Small Group Tours to your BusinessRalph Velasco returns to jpeg2RAW, this time to discuss adding Small Group Tours to your Photography Business. Ralph guides small groups on tours all over the globe through his company Photo Enrichment Adventures - https://photoenrichment.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel or pick from a number of other subscription options as listed on our website - http://www.jpeg2raw.com/subscribe/Also, come join or follow us on social media - http://www.jpeg2raw.com/social/2017-08-311h 08The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 91 – Dan Briški in SloveniaOur guest for this episode of the podcast is Dan Briški, who spoke with Ralph about his home country, beautiful Slovenia.Dan is an expert outdoor photographer. He specialized for mountain- landscape photography in the Alps and spends most of his time in the wilderness searching for the right location and waiting for the perfect light. Although the Alps are his favorite photographic subject and he mainly shoots mountaineering, climbing and other outdoor activities in the mountains, he takes portraits and works on various commercial assignments as well.He developed his passion for photography w...2017-08-2944 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 90 – Anna Gunn and the Porto Photo FestThis week Ralph sat down for a chat with British-born and expat-to-Portugal photographer Anna Gunn.Anna was born in Birmingham, England, in the 80s. Graduated in Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering, but the aerospace industry crash in the beginning of the 21st century forced her to look for other avenues. The passion for the performing arts, especially Stage Lighting, took her to the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts, where she graduated in Stage Management and Technical Theatre.After some time spent on tours and slightly tired of the constant cold and...2017-08-2241 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 86 – Winners of the June 2017 Photo ContestStarting with the month of June 2017, we are doing a monthly photo contest on our Facebook group, The Traveling Image Makers’ Corner. We invite the group members to submit one of their best photographs and, at the end of the month, we pick two winners and invite them to come on the show and tell us about their winning images and their photography.The winners for the month of June, Nadja K. Rutkowski and Richard Leach, submitted an aerial photo of the Empire State Building and a poignant portrait of a boy on the st...2017-07-2538 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 80 – Matt Payne and Night Sky PhotographyOur guest for this episode of the podcast is landscape photographer and podcaster Matt Payne.Matt’s passion for the outdoors shines through in his stunning landscape and nightscape photography. He finds the most enchanting moments in which vibrant colors and lively motion overhead complement the stillness of the world below. Payne uses long exposures and composites to illuminate the dark night skies and to capture the motion of the stars in visually stunning compositions. His work encourages viewers to stop and take a moment to appreciate the natural wonders of our world in wa...2017-06-1342 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 79 – In the News: Electronics Flight Ban and Google Terminates Nik PluginsIn the current episode of the podcast Ugo and Ralph discuss about two recent news items that are of interest to travel photographers:* The banning of large electronic items, including cameras, laptops and tablets aboard US-bound flights originating from several countries and how it affects travel photographers.* Google’s announcement that it will stop updating its Nik Collection of image processing plugins.Duration 34m 14s.Music for this episode: “Zanzibar” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Links...2017-06-0634 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 78 – Jim Cline in PeruPlease welcome our guest for this week’s interview, Jim Cline. Ralph recorded this interview with Jim while on the road. It’s a bit long, but it’s packed full of useful, practical tips, especially if you are interested about Peru.Jim Cline is an award-winning cultural documentary and travel photographer based in San Diego, California. Jim is known for his willingness to shoot all around the edges of light, creating images with tremendous impact that capture the essence of a place or culture. He always strives to transcend ordinary travel pictures, and to convey a strong...2017-05-301h 13The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 76 – Orinta Labutyte in LithuaniaLithuania is one of the less known though most beautiful and interesting countries in Europe and few people know it as well as Orinta Labutyte.Orinta is a professional tour guide and traveler photographer based in Vilnius. She sat down to chat with Ralph about the many things that might entice visitors to come to her home country and dispel some myths about it. Ralph and Orinta also discussed about traveling to Turkey and Iran, where she has led several of her own tours.Duration 42m 32s.Music for this episode: “Zanzibar” Kevi...2017-05-1642 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 73 – Drone Photography SpecialDrones (a.k.a. UAVs or quadcopters) are all the rage now, despite many governments’ attempts to stifle their expansion (or to ensure safety, if you prefer).Ugo recently decided to jump on the bandwagon and got himself a DJI Mavic Pro, which he started using to take stills and videos.He sat down with Ralph to chat about his new toy and about what new opportunities it opens up for photographers. Here are some of the topics they discussed:Reasons for getting a drone for photography.How to ensure op...2017-04-2545 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 64 – Ibarionex Perello on Staying “In the Zone”In this week’s episode we interview our long time friend, Ibarionex Perello.Ibarionex is a photographer, writer and producer/host of The Candid Frame podcast, an interview show which features conversations with some of the world’s best established and emerging photographers. The show has featured hundreds of photographers including Mary Ellen Mark, Dan Winters, Eli Reed, Elliott Erwitt and Joel Meyerowitz.Ibarionex has authored hundreds of magazines articles and over 5 books, including Chasing the Lighting: Improving Your Photography with Available Light.He lives near Los Angeles with his wife...2017-02-2139 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 61 – 2016, Year in ReviewThis is special episode, for which we have no guests. It’s just Ralph and Ugo catching up with all that’s been happening in 2016, travel and photography wise, and talking about what’s to come in 2017.We have some colorful stories to tell about our respective travels and some interesting announcements about what’s coming up, so be sure to give this one an attentive listen. We will resume interviewing great guests next week as usual.Duration 35m 33s.Music for this episode: “Zanzibar” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed und...2017-01-3135 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 59 – Roberto Salas and the Cuban RevolutionTo say that our guest for this episode of the podcast has a few stories to tell would be a huge understatement. With a career spanning 60 years and having been a direct witness of some momentous episodes of the 20th century, including the Vietnam War and, from very close, the Cuban Revolution, Roberto Salas is an old school gentleman who has a surprisingly modern attitude towards photography.Roberto Salas has documented the revolution from the Sierra Maestra to the Bay of Pigs, as well as the only known meeting between Castro and Ernest Hemingway. He served as...2017-01-1742 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 56 – The Business Of Photography with Ken KamineskyWe’ve always admired the work of Ken Kaminesky, his personality and his cheerful attitude, so we tried many times to have him as a guest on the show. Unfortunately he is also a very busy guy and recently was even busier launching his new company, Discovery Photo Tours.When we finally got a chance to make him sit in front of Skype for an interview, we didn’t want to let the chance slip, even if this happened when Ralph was traveling from Tokyo to Chicago, so there is only Ugo on the show this time.2016-12-2736 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 55 – Passage To IndiaIndia, often referred to as the sub-continent, is a location one can’t hope to capture adequately in less than a lifetime. TTIM co-host Ralph Velasco just spent a month there, scouting the place for one of his upcoming tours, and he tried to get at least a glimpse of its beauty, amidst the chaos of its cities.We caught up with Ralph while he was in Tokyo, on his way back to the U.S. after a two-month long trip (he’d also led a tour to Vietnam), and we discussed for half...2016-12-2031 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 51 – Fixing Problems with Brian CruickshankThis episode of the podcast sees the debut of my good friend Ralph Velasco, who I introduced last week, as a co-host. For our first show together, we interviewed Brian Cruickshank.Brian is a Los Angeles-based photographer whose work is represented by Getty Images to clients worldwide. Brian also leads annual photography tours in Cambodia through an affiliation with PhotoEnrichment Adventures.WIth Brian we discussed stock photography, the importance of having local support or a “fixer” when traveling to far out places, going beyond clichés when doing...2016-11-2234 minThe Traveling Image MakersTTIM 50 – Introducing Ralph VelascoAlright, my dear listeners, we are at episode 50 of the show, which means I’ve been publishing new episodes every week for almost one full year, never skipping a week.Let me tell you, this is a lot of work, especially since I do it all on my own, from finding and inviting guests, interviewing them, editing the audio, publishing the episode, sharing on social media, the whole shebang! It takes hours of my time every week, but I’m happy to do it, because you seem to love it and because it is work...2016-11-1522 min
jpeg2RAW Photography Podcast#180 - Ralph VelascoFrom Ralph's About Me Page -Ralph Velasco is President, Founder and CEO (Chief Experience Officer) of PhotoEnrichment Programs, Inc. d.b.a. PhotoEnrichment Adventures, as well as a travel photography instructor and international guide who has photographed in over 50 countries on 6 continents.He’s the author of “Ralph Velasco On Travel Photography: 101 Tips for Developing Your Photographic Eye & More,” as well as the creator of the My Shot Lists for Travel app for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch®.Raplh's Website - photoenrichment.com2016-07-311h 23The Traveling Image MakersTTIM 33 – Paying It Forward In Nicaragua with Darlene HildebrandtIf you've been following this podcast for some time, you will have certainly noticed that one of the recurring themes here is that of giving back, of using photography to effect some real change in the world and to benefit the communities that we visit when we travel.This was the central point of Episode 25 with John Butterill, of Episode 14 with Anna Tenne, and of Episode 13 with Ralph Velasco.I was very happy then, when I contacted Darlene Hildebrandt, asking for an interview, and she told me about her involvement with the people...2016-07-1930 min