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Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe106. Books That Matter: Steven Pressfield and 'The War of Art'Books That Matter for Photographers, Artists, Writers and all Creators: Steven Pressfield and The War of Art, Resistance, and Professionalization. Recorded on New Year’s Day from a busy coffee shop in Bali, Indonesia, this solo episode of Beyond The Lens is a deep, honest meditation on why photographers, artists, writers, and creators struggle to do the work that matters most—and what to do about it.Drawing from The War of Art by Steven Pressfield, Richard unpacks the idea of Resistance: the invisible, internal force that shows up whenever we try to create, grow, or ch...
2026-01-0146 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe104. Patrick Fore: The Terrible Photographer and Navigating the Emotional and Psychological Landscape of Professional PhotographyCommercial photography with Patrick Fore, the Terrible Photographer, and Negotiating the Emotional and Psychological Landscape of Professional Photography.Patrick Fore is a commercial photographer and art director from San Diego, California. He spent four years as the lead photographer and brand designer for Taylor Guitars and now runs his own commercial photography studio.He's also the host of the Terrible Photographer podcast, where he talks about photography, creativity, and the struggles of being a pro.Notable Links:Patrick Fore PhotographyThe Terrible PhotographerPatrick Fore Instagram*****
2025-12-0456 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe101. Sean Tucker on Photography and Meaning, Protecting Highlights, Embracing Shadows, and Authentic Creating From FailureSean Tucker on Photography and Meaning, Protecting Highlights, Embracing Shadows, and Authentic Creating From Failure.Sean Tucker is a photographer, filmmaker, author, and public speaker from the UK. His YouTube channel, which has more than 600,000 subscribers, features videos about photography, creativity, and living a creative life.He is also the author of the highly acclaimed book The Meaning in the Making: The Why and How Behind Our Human Need to Create, which takes readers beyond craft to explore the deeper impulse behind creativity, including photography.Notable Links:Sean Tucker Website...
2025-10-2358 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe100. A Celebration of 100 Episodes: Listener Q&A, and Favorite BTL Moments, Featuring Sam Abell and the Eloquence of the OrdinaryBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe - 100 episodes of photography, the arts, travel, conservation, entrepreneurship, and creative culture.This special episode of Beyond The Lens features listener questions and answers about the podcast as well as some favorite moments from the past 99 episodes. Episode References:Ami Vitale, Matt Richtel, Samantha Brown, Frans Lanting, Kaylee Greer, Sam Abell.Connect with Richard:Website, Instagram, Facebook, X, Beyond The Lens NewsletterBeyond The Lens:Website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify
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Visual RevolutionaryEpisode #263: Richard Bernabe / PhotographerTravel, wildlife, and landscape photographer, world traveler, entrepreneur, author, and host of the "Beyond The Lens" podcast Richard Bernabe joins the show to talk about growing up in New Jersey and his early love of exploring nature and how that would lead him to pursue photography and one day have him walking away from a six figure job with a company car to go all in on chasing a dream of becoming a professional photographer. During our conversation Richard talks about how he approaches landscape and wildlife photography, what keeps drawing him back to places like Antartica and Africa, h...
2025-04-171h 18Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe85. Productivity Hacks for Creators: Chronotypes and Energy Matching, Pareto's and Parkinson’s Principles, Automation and DelegationProductivity Hacks for Creators: Chronotypes and Energy Matching, Pareto's and Parkinson’s Principles, Automation and Delegation.Richard Bernabe on productivity hacks and techniques for creators - photographers, artists, writers, musicians, etc. - so they can spend more of their time on the act on creating and less time bogged down on the mundane tasks of running a business.These are battle-tested productivity techniques that transformed my creative practice. Discover how I wrote an entire photography book in just 7 months (instead of 2 years), how to identify which 20% of your work produces 80% of your results, and why mu...
2025-03-2130 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe83. Kaylee Greer: Dogtography, Pupparazzi, and the Power of Photography in Finding Forever Homes for Shelter DogsPhotography with Kaylee Greer: Dogtography, Pupparazzi, and the Power of Photography in Finding Forever Homes for Shelter Dogs.Kaylee Greer isn't just a multi-International award-winning commercial dog photographer; she's a storyteller with a camera, capturing the vibrant personalities of dogs in all their goofy, majestic, and heartwarming glory. Her images aren't just pictures; they're windows into the souls of these incredible animals, showcasing their unique quirks and the unconditional love they share with their humans. With an infectious energy and a genuine passion for her subjects, Kaylee has become a sought-after name in the world of pet ph...
2025-02-121h 23Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe82. National Geographic Underwater Photographer Brian Skerry: the Secrets, Culture, and Love of WhalesPhotography with National Geographic Underwater Photographer Brian Skerry: the Secrets, Culture, and Love of Whales.Brian Skerry is a National Geographic underwater photographer, film producer and director, public speaker, and Nikon USA Ambassador who has spent decades exploring the world’s oceans, capturing unforgettable images that bring us face to face with marine life that remind us of the awe-inspiring beauty hidden beneath the surface.Brian’s work has graced the pages of many major publications, including National Geographic Magazine, where he has worked for more than 25 years, creating and photographing for more than 30 features, incl...
2025-01-2859 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe81. Cocktails in Bangkok with Joe Cummings: The Decline of Lonely Planet, A Love Affair with Thailand, Street Food, and Guiding Mick JaggerCocktails in Bangkok with Joe Cummings: The Decline of Lonely Planet, A Love Affair with Thailand, Street Food, and Guiding Mick Jagger.Award-winning travel writer Joe Cummings is one of the most influential figures in guidebook writing and cultural reporting. Known for his pioneering work with Lonely Planet - particularly on their very first Thailand guide - Joe’s adventurous spirit and meticulous research have shaped the way countless travelers discover new places. Over the course of his career, he’s written or contributed to more than 50 travel guides, while also delving into Thai cuisine, music, and cult...
2025-01-1551 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe80. Tom Mangelsen and Grizzly 399Wildlife photography with Tom Mangelsen and Grizzly 399.Tom Mangelsen is a renowned American nature and wildlife photographer celebrated for his breathtaking imagery that captures some of the planet’s most iconic animals in their natural habitats. Born in Nebraska, Mangelsen’s early fascination with the outdoors, fostered by time spent hunting and fishing along the Platte River, laid the foundation for his lifelong dedication to conservation-focused photography. Over the course of his prolific career, he has traveled across all seven continents, documenting everything from Alaskan brown bears to Africa’s majestic elephants traversing vast savannas and many places...
2024-12-3054 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe79. A Rollicking Spin Around the Globe with Paul Theroux: Immersive Travel, Hardships, Advice for Writers, and the Generosity of StrangersA Rollicking Spin Around the Globe with Paul Theroux: Immersive Travel, Hardships, Advice for Writers, and the Generosity of Strangers.Paul Theroux is a distinguished American novelist and travel writer renowned for his vivid portrayals of diverse cultures and locales. After earning a B.A. in English from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 1963, he joined the Peace Corps, teaching in Malawi and later in Uganda. Theroux's literary career gained significant acclaim with the publication of "The Great Railway Bazaar" in 1975, a travelogue chronicling his journey by train from Great Britain to Japan and back. T...
2024-12-191h 10Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe78. Eeva Mäkinen: Nature Photography in Finnish Lapland and Being True To Your Own Personal Photographic VisionPhotography with Eeva Mäkinen: Nature Photography in Finnish Lapland and Being True To Your Own Personal Photographic Vision.Eeva Mäkinen is a Finnish photographer and adventurer celebrated for her evocative images of the Nordic wilderness. Her work captures the raw beauty of untamed landscapes, from the golden hues of Arctic sunsets to the Northern Lights to the serene stillness of misty boreal forests. With a deep connection to nature, Eeva's photography goes beyond mere documentation, offering an intimate glimpse into the profound relationship between humans and the natural world. Her distinctive style, characterized by moody to...
2024-12-1747 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe77. Borge Ousland: First Solo Ski Treks Across Antarctica and the North Pole, Reasoning with Polar Bears, and a Living Witness to Climate ChangePolar adventure with Borge Ousland: First Solo Ski Treks Across Antarctica and the North Pole, Reasoning with Polar Bears, and a Living Witness to Climate Change.Borge Ousland is a Norwegian polar explorer, adventurer, and author who has redefined the boundaries of human endurance and exploration. With over three decades of groundbreaking polar expeditions, he is celebrated as the first person to complete solo, unsupported crossings of the Antarctic continent and the Arctic. His feats include traversing the North Pole during the winter's polar night and undertaking daring solo journeys across some of the planet's harshest terrains. T...
2024-12-0454 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe76. Julian Lennon: Life's Fragile Moments through Photography, Music, Travel, Philanthropy, and Finding Inspiration as a Lifelong CreatorJulian Lennon: Life's Fragile Moments through Photography, Music, Travel, Philanthropy, and Finding Inspiration as a Lifelong Creator.Julian Lennon is a musician, artist, writer, film producer, and fine art photographer. The son of John and Cynthia Lennon, Julian was born in Liverpool, England in 1963 and now resides in Monaco.He is best known as a musician and had worldwide hits in the 1980s and 1990s and was nominated for a Grammy. He founded the White Feather Foundation to promote environmental conservation and protection of indigenous cultures. He was the executive producer of the environmental documentary...
2024-11-2100 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe75. Nigel Danson: Lessons From a Self-Imposed Photographic Exile to Luskentyre, Simplicity, and Guiding Principles for Making Landscape ImagesPhotography with Nigel Danson: Lessons From a Self-Imposed Photographic Exile to Luskentyre, Simplicity, and Guiding Principles for Making Landscape Images.Nigel Danson: Lessons From a Self-Imposed Photographic Exile to Luskentyre, Simplicity, and Guiding Principles for Making Landscape Images.Nigel Danson is a renowned landscape photographer and YouTube creator from the United Kingdom. Best known for his atmospheric images that capture the rugged beauty and drama of Great Britain and across the world, Danson’s work showcases his commitment to conservation and environmental awareness. His work often emphasizes the fleeting and powerful moods of nature - fr...
2024-11-0754 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe74. Peter Cavanagh: New Book ‘How Birds Fly’ and the Science, Art, Evolution, Photography of Avian FlightPeter Cavanagh: New Book ‘How Birds Fly’ and the Science, Art, Evolution, Photography of Avian Flight.Peter Cavanagh is a wildlife photographer who has been taking pictures since he was a boy in England. Peter's migration to the photography and study of bird flight evolved from his study of flight aerodynamics for aircraft pilot qualifications; his professional training in anatomy, biomechanics, and high-speed photography; and his love of nature and the outdoors.Peter's images have been included in the Audubon Society's Top 100 Bird Photographs of the Year, he is a member of the North American Natu...
2024-10-2356 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe73. Chase Jarvis: Founder of CreativeLive, Photographer, Entrepreneur, and Best-Selling Author on Never Playing It SafePhotography and creativity with Chase Jarvis: Founder of CreativeLive, Photographer, Entrepreneur, and Best-Selling Author on Never Playing It Safe.Chase Jarvis is an award-winning artist, serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and one of the most influential photographers of the past decade. He has created campaigns for Apple, Nike, Red Bull and dozens of other Fortune 100 brands.Chase has had fine art shows in the USA, Europe, and the Middle East, was a contributor to the Pulitzer-Prize winning New York Times story Snowfall, and earned an Emmy nomination for directing and producing the music documentary Portrait of...
2024-10-091h 11Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe72. Sam Abell: Legendary National Geographic Photographer on Building an Image, Micro Composition, Optical Vibration, and Staying PowerPhotography with Sam Abell: Legendary National Geographic Photographer on Building an Image, Micro Composition, Optical Vibration, and Staying Power.Sam Abell is one of America's most influential and celebrated documentary photographers, best known for his rich, expressive, color photo-essays for National Geographic magazine where he made images for more than 30 years.Known as the ‘Quiet Photographer” Sam Abell has defined his career with patience, deliberation, and making carefully crafted imagery. In addition to his work with National Geographic, he’s also published many books over his career, including The Life of a Photograph, Stay This Moment...
2024-09-291h 07Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe71. Melissa Groo: Empathetic Wildlife and Conservation Photography, Career Mindsets, Ethics, Integrity, and the Disgrace of Wildlife Game FarmsPhotography with Melissa Groo: Empathetic Wildlife and Conservation Photography, Career Mindsets, Ethics, Integrity, and the Disgrace of Wildlife Game Farms.Melissa Groo is an American conservation photographer and writer. She is a Sony Artisan of Imagery, an Associate Fellow with the International League of Conservation Photographers, an advisor to the National Audubon Society on photography content and ethics, and a contributing editor to Audubon magazine.Her work has also appeared on the covers of Smithsonian, Natural History, Living Bird, and Outdoor Photographer magazines and in publications such as National Geographicand National Wildlife.Melissa...
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Artist Spotlight - The PodcastEpisode 23 - Richard Bernabe - Wildlife Photographer, Author, and Podcast HostJoin show host Mitch Stringer for his conversation with wildlife photographer, author, podcast host and workshop leader Richard Bernabe as they discuss a broad set of topics. Richard discusses his extensive worldwide photographic travels, advice for photographers, gear and stories from the field. As host of the widely listened to podcast Beyond The Lens, Richard shares keen insights that can benefit every photographer from amateur to professional. A great episode that's a must for all who have experience or interest in taking their work far afield and exploring our natural world.
2024-09-1556 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe70. Bill Wallauer: Cinematographer and Filmmaker for the Jane Goodall Institute on the Chimpanzees of Gombe National ParkBill Wallauer: Cinematographer and Filmmaker for the Jane Goodall Institute on the Chimpanzees of Gombe National Park.Bill Wallauer is a cinematographer and fil.mmaker with the Jane Goodall Institute. He’s also a public speaker, scientific advisor and lover of chimpanzees and all wildlife across the globe.Bill joined the Jane Goodall Institute's Gombe Stream Research Center in 1989 while on assignment for the U.S. Peace Corps in southern Tanzania. As a cinematographer, he was the first to capture footage of a wild chimpanzee birth on film.In addition, Bill has served as...
2024-09-061h 02Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe69. The Aurora Episode with Vincent Ledvina: The Art and Science of the Northern Lights, Auroral Beads, Substorm Sequences, Predictions, PhotographyAurora photography with Vincent Ledvina: The Art and Science of the Northern Lights, Auroral Beads, Substorm Sequences, Predictions, Photography. Vincent Ledvina, AKA “The Aurora Guy,” is a Space Physics Ph.D. student at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, a night sky photographer, aurora fanatic, science communicator, and educator living in Fairbanks, Alaska.Vincent, originally from Minnesota, has been a photographer since the age of 16. He earned his B.S in Physics from the University of North Dakota and now does his thesis research on how auroral beads form and how they relate to the auroral subst...
2024-08-221h 01Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe68. Sean Collins and Dan Modern Interview Richard Bernabe: When Seals Attack, Wildlife Photography, Podcasting, and MoreSean Collins and Dan Modern Interview Richard Bernabe: When Seals Attack, Wildlife Photography, Podcasting, and More.Sean Collins and Dan Modern interview Richard Bernabe on the Crafted Process Podcast about Richard's most recent trip to Namibia where he was attacked and bitten by a fur seal, wildlife photography, travel, managing a photography business, podcasting, and much more.This episode is co-published on the Crafted Process Podcast, which brings new creative processes to light through stories and ideas to give you the insight of how others make things happen in the creator world.Notable...
2024-08-091h 10Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe67. Malin Fezehai: Visual Journalist and Photographer Inspired by People, Refugees, Survivors, and Women Surfers of the WorldPhotography with Malin Fezehai: Visual Journalist and Photographer Inspired by People, Refugees, Survivors, and Women Surfers of the World.Malin Fezehai is an Eritrean-Swedish New York-based photographer, filmmaker, and visual journalist. She's worked in more than forty countries in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and America. In addition to being a National Geographic Explorer, she's also worked for The New York Times, The Washington Post, and many other media organizations around the world.In 2016, Malin was commissioned by the United Nations to photograph survivors of violent extremism across Sub-Saharan Africa. This project became a book...
2024-07-2649 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe66. Frans Lanting: Working with National Geographic, A Passion for Wildlife, Personal Vision, and Conservation PhotographyPhotography with Frans Lanting: Working with National Geographic, A Passion for Wildlife, Personal Vision, and Conservation Photography.Photographer Frans Lanting has spent decades capturing the Earth’s diverse wildlife and landscapes, weaving a personal visual narrative that highlights both the beauty and the fragility of our planet.Born in Rotterdam, in the Netherlands, his work has led him across the globe, from the lush rainforests of the Amazon to the stark wilderness of Antarctica. Throughout his career, Lanting has been recognized with numerous accolades, solidifying his reputation as a master of his craft. Notably, he ha...
2024-07-121h 01Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe65. Jay Silverman: Award-Winning Director on His New Movie 'Camera' and the Intersection of Photography and FilmmakingNew photography movie with Jay Silverman: Award-Winning Director on His New Movie 'Camera' and the Intersection of Photography and Filmmaking.Jay Silverman is an award winning director, producer, filmmaker, writer, and photographer from Santa Monica, California.Jay’s films have been awarded numerous Best Feature and Audience Awards at festivals across the country, along with being honored with Belding, Telly, Promax, and Lucy Awards for his commercial work. In addition, he has also been recognized for his achievements in creating and producing many national PSA campaigns for the American Cancer Society, the Foundation for the Jun...
2024-06-1437 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe64. George Nobechi: The Concept of Nukumori and the Virtues of Patience, Quietude, and Photographing Everyday LifePhotography with George Nobechi: The Concept of Nukumori and the Virtues of Patience, Quietude, and Photographing Everyday Life.George Nobechi is a Japanese-Canadian photographer living in Nagano, Japan. His work is often described as evoking solitude, duality and longing. Being bicultural, he is simultaneously an insider and outsider in both Eastern and Western cultures and this is reflected in his sensibility and vision.Topics Richard and George discuss:• Japanese and Canadian cultures• Working with Sam Abell• The concept of Nukumori • Quiet Images• Being both an insider and outsider in Eastern and...
2024-06-1057 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe63. Guy Tal: Landscape Photography, Self-Expression, Flow, Creativity, Artistic Style, and Being ExtraordinaryPhotography with Guy Tal: Landscape Photography, Self-Expression, Flow, Creativity, Artistic Style, and Being Extraordinary.Guy Tal is an American nature and landscape photographer, the author of several books, a regular contributor to photography publications such as LensWork and On Landscape, a prolific blogger, and educator. He resides in Torrey, Utah.Guy primarily photographs and writes about the Colorado Plateau in the American Southwest. He describes himself as a self-expressive artist who uses the camera to capture images of the wilderness near his home that act as visual metaphors for his emotions and feelings for these p...
2024-05-251h 02Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe62. Matt Richtel, NY Times Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist: Why Creativity is Terrifying, Finding Inspiration, and the Problem With PerfectionCreativity with Matt Richtel, NY Times Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist: Why Creativity is Terrifying, Finding Inspiration, and the Problem With Perfection.Matt Richtel is a Pulitzer Prize winning New York Times writer and journalist from San Francisco, USA. He's also the author of ten books, including New York Times best selling A Deadly Wandering and Inspire: Understanding Creativity. A Journey Through Art, Science, and the Soul which addresses the science of creativity. Matt obtained his bachelor's degree from the University of California at Berkeley and an MS from the Columbia School of Journalism. He co-created and for...
2024-05-1355 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe61. Art Wolfe: The Creation of ‘Wild Lives’ and Other Favorite Books, Keys to Making Wildlife Photos with Impact, and Escaping the Creative and Artistic RutPhotography with Art Wolfe: The Creation of ‘Wild Lives’ and Other Favorite Books, Keys to Making Wildlife Photos with Impact, and Escaping the Creative and Artistic Rut.Art Wolfe is an American nature, wildlife, and cultural photographer who travels the world leading photography workshops and creating award-winning images for his dozens of books. His photography career spans five decades and covers every continent on Earth.Art graduated from the University of Washington with degrees in fine art and art education. Art is the proud recipient of the Nature’s Best Photographer of the Year Award, the No...
2024-05-0159 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe60. Matthieu Paley: National Geographic Photographer on Travel, Languages, Cultural Customs, Donkey Stories, and Curiosity as a SuperpowerPhotography with Matthieu Paley: National Geographic Photographer on Travel, Languages, Cultural Customs, Donkey Stories, and Curiosity as a Superpower.Matthieu Paley is a French photographer who has traveled the world working for National Geographic magazine. Focusing his efforts on regions that are misrepresented and misunderstood, he is committed to issues relating to diminishing cultures and the environment.Matthieu is the the recipient of numerous awards and has published several books of his work and his fine art images have been exhibited in galleries worldwide, including museums. He is regularly commissioned for commercial photography campaigns, photo...
2024-04-1850 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe59. Rick Sammon: Lessons from a Legend on Professional Smartphone PhotographyPhotography with Rick Sammon: Lessons from a Legend on Professional Smartphone Photography.Rick Sammon is an American photographer of many decades. He's a tireless, prolific and inspirational image maker and one of the most active photographers working today. He divides his time between creating images, leading photo workshops, making personal appearances, and writing books - always educating, creating and inspiring people. He's also incorporated smartphone photography into his professional work, which is the primary topic of the conversation.Topics Richard and Rick discuss:• Embracing smartphone photography? The pros and co...
2024-04-0354 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe58. Meet The New Hosts of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom: Peter Gros and Dr. Rae Wynn-GrantMeet The New Hosts of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom: Peter Gros and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant.Peter Gros and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant are hosts of the new Mutual of Omaha’s “Wild Kingdom Protecting The Wild’ TV show airing on NBC, which is the successor to the classic Wild Kingdom that aired on the same network from 1963 – 1988. Peter Gros was a host from the original series during episodes in the 1980s and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant is a National Geographic Explorer and research faculty member at the University of California – Santa Barbara. Wild Kingdom is one of the most...
2024-03-201h 03Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe57. John Stanmeyer: National Geographic Photographer on the Power of 'I Don't Know' and the Beginner's Mind, Putting Down the Camera, and Perfect Travel CoffeePhotography with John Stanmeyer: National Geographic Photographer on the Power of 'I Don't Know' and the Beginner's Mind, Putting Down the Camera, and Perfect Travel Coffee.John Stanmeyer is an award-winning photographer, filmmaker, and educator, dedicated to social, humanitarian, and political issues that define our times. For more than than 20 years, John has worked nearly exclusively with National Geographic Magazine, producing more than 18 stories, resulting in more than 14 covers. Between the years of 1998 and 2008, John was a contract photographer for TIME magazine. His years with TIME resulted in 18 cover images and 100 plus stories. John is t...
2024-03-0658 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe56. Dr. Tom Smith: How Not To Get Mauled By a Bear, Defensive Strategies, Safety, and Peaceful CoexistenceDr. Tom Smith is a professor at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah where he studies human-wildlife conflicts, particularly involving all three species of North American bears and mountain sheep. He also worked with the United States government in southwestern Alaska where he served from 1992-2006 as a research biologist for the National Park Service and USGS.Topics Richard and Dr. Smith discuss:• Precautions before entering bear country.• Bear Spray versus a gun• Grizzlies and brown bears• Black bears• Polar bears• A fed bear is a dead bear• How to avoid a bear at...
2024-02-221h 04Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe55. Mike Olbinski: Storm Chasing Photographer and Cinematographer on Tornado Encounters, Haboobs, Supercells, and Risk TakingMike Olbinski is a Phoenix, Arizona-based storm chasing and extreme weather photographer and cinematographer. His passion is capturing extreme weather events like tornados, haboobs, supercells, and lightning events on camera and stunning cinematic time lapse videos. Topics Richard and Mike discuss:A Texas tornado that was one of Mike's 2023 highlightsWhat is an haboob and how are they created?Mike's career-altering haboobSupercells and mesocyclonesStorm chasing and risk takingThe dangers of wet roadsDo storm chasers root for storms?Weather apps for storm chasersTime lapse videosNot your typical storm-chasing wedding photographerAnd much more.Notable Links:
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F-Stop Collaborate and Listen354: Richard Bernabe - The Drake Passage SpecialOne of my favorite things about hosting a podcast is that I get to dig a little bit deeper into what motivates some of my favorite photographers. I'm so lucky to be able to sit down with these excellent photographers and discuss their origins, their processes for making images, the numerous challenges they face as creatives, and the inner workings of their minds. As such, it was an absolute pleasure to record this podcast in person with one of my co-instructors at Muench Workshops, Richard Bernabe. Richard is the host of another great podcast, Beyond the Lens, and has b...
2024-01-291h 12Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe54. Matt Payne: Richard and Matt's Wild Ride Across The Drake PassageThis episode was recorded with my friend, Matt Payne as we made a wild crossing of the Drake Passage last month. We were returning to Ushuaia, Argentina after a 21-day voyage to Antarctica where we encountered amazing scenery and wildlife, including the "impossible" emperor penguin on ice flows in the Weddell Sea.This was an unscripted, unstructured conversation where we essentially interviewed each other. I was fighting seasickness and basically doing my best to stay upright during the conversation. It was a rollicking good time and a fun listen.Matt Payne is a mountain climber a...
2024-01-291h 14Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe53. Ami Vitale: National Geographic Photographer on Seeing with the Heart, Panda Love, and Authentic StorytellingAmi Vitale: National Geographic Photographer on Seeing with the Heart, Panda Love, and Authentic StorytellingAmi Vitale is a National Geographic photographer, Nikon Ambassador, writer, speaker and documentary filmmaker.She's a traveler to more than 100 countries and the recipient of numerous awards for her photography, including Magazine Photographer & International Photographer of the Year, the Daniel Pearl Award for Outstanding Reporting, and a six-time award recipient from World Press Photos.Ami is also a founder of a non-profit called Vital Impacts, a women-led, non-profit which uses art and storytelling to support people and organizations w...
2024-01-1054 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe52. Hanne Strager: The Killer Whale Journals and Our Love and Fear of OrcasHanne Strager is a Danish biologist, whale researcher, and author of the award-winning book, The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas and A Modest Genius: The Story of Darwin’s Life and How His Ideas Changed Everything. Hanne co-founded Norway's Andenes Whale Center and has served as the Director of Exhibitions at the Natural History Museum of Denmark.In this episode, Hanne and Richard talk about her newest book, Killer Whale Journals, and the relationships humans have had with orcas over the past many decades.Topics includes:The spark tha...
2023-12-2859 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe51. William Neill on His New Yosemite Book, Insights Into Expressive Landscape Photography, and Being a Receptor For InspirationWilliam Neill is an American landscape and nature photographer, writer and teacher. He’s been a resident of the Yosemite National Park area since 1977, and his award-winning photography has been widely published in books, magazines, calendars, posters, and his limited-edition prints. For about 30 years, William wrote a monthly column in Outdoor Photographer magazine.The conversation this episode focuses on William's new book, Yosemite: Sanctuary in Stone, the wonder of Yosemite National Park, and the approach William takes when creating images in the feild.Topics Richard and William discuss:William's life and work in Yosemite.Wor...
2023-12-1455 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe50. The Art of Branding: Lessons for Photographers on Personal Brand, Social Media, Sponsorships, and Marketing with Lexar's Joey LopezIn this episode, we talk branding, influencers, gaining and working with corporate sponsors, marketing, and social media for photographers and artists. What is branding and what isn't? How important is consistency and authenticity? What should photographers do and not do on social media? How to market yourself. Plus a lot more.Joey Lopez is the Director of Brand Marketing at Lexar. He launched the Lexar Influencer Program, working with renowned photographers and videographers to increase brand awareness. Joey has been responsible for creating digital and social media content and managing PR and event planning for Lexar's key pro...
2023-11-2930 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe49. Will Burrard-Lucas, Wildlife Photographer, Inventor, Entrepreneur: Pursuit of the Black Leopard and BeyondWill Burrard-Lucas is a British wildlife photographer, best known for innovative camera techniques and devices that allow him to capture unique perspectives on wildlife not usually seen otherwise. He's the founder of Camtraptions, a company specializing in creative technology and photographic contraptions, including the Beetlecam and his own camera traps.Will has published three books, The Ethiopian Wolf: Hope at the Edge of Extinction, Top Wildlife Sites Of The World, Land of Giants, and The Black Leopard: My Quest to Photograph One of Africa’s Most Elusive Big Cats, which we talk about at length in the int...
2023-11-1648 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe48. Terry White: Principal Director, Creative Cloud Evangelist for Adobe Inc. on Generative AI Photo Editing and CreationTerry White is a 27-year veteran at Adobe, Inc. He currently holds the prestigious title of Principal Director, Creative Cloud Evangelist with a focus on photography. Terry’s an award winning portrait and travel photographer who in 2016, was inducted into the Photoshop Hall of Fame. He’s delivered live keynote presentations at Adobe MAX, Photoshop World, and gave a TED talk titled AI Is Here.He has a very popular YouTube channel with 500K followers and a highly influential photography and tech blog.Topics Richard and Terry discuss:The latest from Adobe MAXNe...
2023-11-0257 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe47. Dr. Austin Gallagher, Discovery Channel’s ‘Shark Week’ Host: Eye To Eye With Monster Great Whites from the ‘Belly of the Beast' and Shark ConservationDr. Austin Gallagher is an American marine biologist, researcher, explorer, author and entrepreneur. He’s best known for his extensive research on sharks and hosting and producing content for the Discovery Channel’s Shark Week programming. His shark research has taken him all across the globe on more than 50 scientific expeditions and he’s published more than 100 scientific papers.Austin founded “Beneath the Waves,” a non-profit organization focused on ocean conservation. He currently serves as its CEO.Austin is a National Geographic Explorer, a current fellow at the Explorers Club, and was the first American marine bio...
2023-10-1958 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe46. Wayne Suggs: Chasing the Light vs. Previsualization, the Magic of Wide-Angle Lenses, and Love for the Desert SouthwestWayne Suggs is an immensely talented landscape photographer hailing from Las Cruces, New Mexico. Wayne captures the beauty of the Southwest United States and shares his images not only for others to enjoy, but to help increase awareness of the necessity to preserve our precious surroundings. Wayne is a professional photography instructor with Muench Workshops and his hardcover photography book, The Color of Dreams, is an instant classic and expresses some of Wayne's best work in print.Topics Richard and Wayne discuss:The underrated beauty of the desertStrategies for exploring new photography locationsChasing the l...
2023-10-0359 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe45. Random Musings on Photography: Emotional Engagement, Playing to the Audience, and Creating For YourselfIn this episode, Richard talks about AI-proofing your photography as well as taking your creative work to the next level. That involves incorporating emotional engagement into your artwork, not "playing to the audience," and learning to create for yourself, not others, in order to find your true artistic voice.Notable Link:Art as Self Care by Katie Willard Virant, Psychology Today, June 2018This episode is brought to you by Lexar.For more than 25 years, Lexar has been trusted as a leading global brand of memory solutions so they know first-hand ju...
2023-09-2424 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe44. On Location in Nairobi with Raabia Hawa: Founder and Executive Director of the Ulinzi Africa FoundationRaabia Hawa abandoned a successful career in radio and TV to found the Ulinzi Africa Foundation, East Africa’s very first NGO to help Kenya rangers in their fight against wildlife poaching.Recorded in person during Richard’s recent trip to Nairobi, Raabia talks about her career, her personal and professional transformation from radio and TV personality to wildlife warrior, the evils of wildlife poaching, the dangers of working in Kenya’s Tana River Delta, trophy hunting, being underestimated and much more.Raabia is an extraordinary and inspirational woman with an intense focus on wildlife conserv...
2023-09-0757 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe43. Andrew McCarthy: Masterclass on All Things Astrophotography - GigaMoon, Planets, Galaxies, and ISS TransitsIn this episode, I am joined by astrophotographer, Andrew McCarthy. Andrew creates stunning images of the moon, sun, distant galaxies, the International Space Station moon and sun transits, and much more. Many of his photographs have gone viral and are instantly recognizable once you visit his website, Cosmic Background.He has more than 600,000 followers on Instagram and he generously shares how he captures many of the images featured all across social media. In this interview, Andrew describes his astrophotography techniques, the gear he uses, post processing software, and the many frustrations and joys of...
2023-08-241h 01Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe42. Steve McCurry: Lessons From 'Afghan Girl,' Near-Death Travel Experiences, and the Virtues of Persistence and Hard WorkSteven McCurry is an American photographer who has captured some of the world's most iconic photographs of the 20th and 21st centuries. From the war-ravaged landscapes of Afghanistan to the vibrant, colorful streets of India, his ability to capture the raw emotions and the spirit of humanity over the course of five decades has made his work both timeless and universally revered.His most famous photograph, the haunting portrait of the 'Afghan Girl,' first graced the cover of National Geographic Magazine in June of 1985 and is considered one of the most recognized photographs of all time.
2023-08-1149 min
F-Stop Collaborate and Listen329: Let’s Go to Antarctica with Marc Muench and Richard BernabeFor many, a trip to Antarctica is at the top of our bucket lists. For nature and landscape photographers, Antarctica is a dream destination. Images of blizzards, icebergs, penguins, whales, seals, and incredibly landscapes are conjured; however, planning a trip there can be quite challenging and daunting. This week on the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen Podcast, I sat down with two Muench Workshops Pros, including Richard Bernabe and Marc Muench to talk all about our experiences in getting to and photographing the incredible continent of Antarctica.
On this week's episode, we discuss:
What the experience of Antarc...
2023-08-071h 07Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe41. Scott Kelby: Who Are the True Camera Innovators? Travel Photography, Sports and GratitudeScott Kelby is the President and CEO of KelbyOne, the online educational community for photographers, Photoshop & Lightroom users. He’s a travel photographer, Editor and Publisher of Photoshop User Magazine, Conference Technical Chair for the Photoshop World Conference & Expo; host of the photography talk show “The Grid,” founder of the annual “Scott Kelby Worldwide Photo Walk” and author of several bestselling photography, Lightroom and Photoshop books, which includes the best-selling The Travel Photography Book, which we discuss during this interview.Topics Richard and Scott DiscussDid Aaron Rogers reimburse Scott for his broken monopod?Photographing pro football P...
2023-07-281h 04Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe40. Nevada Wier: A Passion for People and Travel, Artistic Problem Solving, and Embracing Infrared PhotographyNevada Wier is an award-winning photographer based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. USA, specializing in documenting the remote corners of the world, the people, and their cultures. She is especially recognized for her creative and intimate approach to people. She has been published in numerous national and international publications, including: National Geographic, National Geographic Traveler, National Geographic Adventure, Geo, Islands, New York Times Magazine, Outside, and Smithsonian. Nevada’s work is represented by National Geographic Images and Getty. She is a Fellow of The Explorer’s Club and a member of the Women’s Geographic Society. She is the...
2023-07-141h 02Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe39. Talor Stone and Greenland: Conservation and Documentary Photography at Earth's Northernmost Human SettlementTalor Stone is a photographer, conservationist, and PhD researcher who specializes in Earth's Arctic regions. Her summers in Greenland have inspired academic research projects on topics such as globalization and indigenous identity, mass tourism and peripheral communities, and climate-induced human migration among Inuit populations. in 2022, Talor partnered with filmmaker Ashlei Payne to produce a documentary film about the modern changes of hunting culture in northern Greenland based on more than five years of her academic research. Please support this important project by donating. Topics Richard and Talor discuss:Talor's PhD studies on Gr...
2023-06-2852 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe38. Borneo Trip Recap and Q&A with Richard: Orangutan Conservation, Canon R5 Wildlife Set Up, How to Sleep on a Plane and MoreOn this episode of Beyond The Lens, I'm sharing my recent experience in Borneo, Indonesia: the rainforest, the photographic challenges the rainforest creates, and the "persons of the forest," the orangutans. I talk about the existential threats that orangutans face caused by deforestation and loss of habitat due to development and palm oil plantations.You can help keep orangutans from extinction by buying products using environmentally sustainable palm oil with the RSPO label or donating to organizations like Save The Orangutan, whose mission is to save and protect the critically endangered orangutan and its last...
2023-06-2350 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe37. Carlton Ward, Florida Conservation Photographer: Path of the Panther, Remote Camera Traps, and Ghost OrchidsCarlton Ward is a Florida conservation, wildlife, and nature photographer. His work is exhibited worldwide and featured in renowned publications such as National Geographic, Audubon, Smithsonian, Nature Conservancy, and more.In partnership with the National Geographic Society, Carlton worked with scientists, conservationists, ranchers, veterinarians, and the local indigenous population to capture stunning images and videos of one of the most elusive animals on the planet, the Florida panther, showcased in the book and film documentary Path of the Panther. This project has been his primary focus since 2016, with support and grants from the National Geographic Society and...
2023-06-1649 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe36. Daniel Sackheim: Emmy-Winning Director of Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, and The X-Files on Filmmaking and Noir Street PhotographyDaniel Sackheim is an American filmmaker and Emmy-Award winning director and producer of shows like Game of Thrones, Walking Dead, X-Files, NYPD Blue, Ozark, Better Call Saul, Law and Order, and many more. Daniel is also the co-founder of Bedrock Entertainment, a producer of premium television content for the global marketplace across network, cable and streaming platforms.As a noir street photographer, he uses the creative talents he displayed on the sets of Hollywood’s biggest shows and applies them to still photography with his Leica camera. Topics Daniel and Ric...
2023-06-0257 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe35. Art Wolfe, American Wildlife, Landscape, and Cultural Photographer: 'I've Lived the Life of 500 People'Art Wolfe is a legendary American wildlife, landscape, and cultural photographer, as well as explorer and conservationist. His career spans more than five decades and he shows no sign of slowing down! Art is a Canon Explorer of Light, an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society, and the creator of more than 100 books. He was the host of the popular TV series on PBS, Art Wolfe’s Travels To The Edge.Many of his photographs are classics and two in particular are featured on US postage stamps. Art will be...
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Liam Photography PodcastEpisode 342: Wildlife Photography with Richard BernabeIn today's episode I sit down for a talk with World Renowned Wildlife Photographer Richard Bernabe and talk about wildlife photography, landscape photography and Conservation.
You can find the show notes here.
https://liamphotographypodcast.com/episodes/episode-342-wildlife-photography-with-richard-bernabe-687
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2023-05-181h 13Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe34. Ian Plant and Rick Sammon: ‘Thinking vs Feeling’ Compositions, Visual Flow, and Photo MastersIan Plant is a world-renowned wildlife and landscape photographer and founder of Photo Masters. Rick Sammon was the first-ever guest on Beyond the Lens! Known by some as “The Godfather of Photography”, he is on a mission to make digital photography fun, creative, exciting, and rewarding for others. Rick is also a best-selling author and talented musician.In this episode, Richard, Ian, and Rick reminisce on dramatic expeditions together and dig deep into their photographic philosophies. Are they thinkers or feelers? How did they get to the...
2023-05-051h 07Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe33. Big Clouds, Big Ice: Chasing Danger and Beauty with Photographer Camille SeamanCamille Seaman is a contributing photographer to National Geographic, a TED Senior Fellow, Stanford Knight Fellow, and lover of the Earth's polar regions and storm clouds.In this conversation with Richard Bernabe, Camille describes her upbringing in New York City and transformative experiences around the world as she built an enviable photography career.Camille is a passionate spokesperson for the protection of our natural world. She continues to travel to the Arctic and Antarctic regions to pursue her love of ice and storms, which are beautifully displayed in...
2023-04-211h 02Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe32. Candice Millard and the River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the NileCandice Millard is a New York Times bestselling author and former editor for National Geographic. In this episode of Beyond The Lens, Candice pulls us into the world of her new book, River Of the Gods, which documents the epic search for the source of the Nile River, the holy grail of exploration during the mid-nineteenth century. She paints vivid character studies of the two primary explorers - the brilliant scholar Richard Burton and the thrill-seeking John Hanning Speke. The voyage takes place in modern-day Tanzania, where Burton and Speke m...
2023-04-0758 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe31. Kevin Kelly: Polymath and 'Most Interesting Man in the World' on AI Art, Vanishing Asia, and Excellent Advice For LivingKevin Kelly is the co-founder of Wired magazine, where he currently holds the title of 'senior maverick.' He's also a writer, artist, photographer, prolific traveler, futurist, conservationist, an expert on Asian culture, and quite possibly the Most Interesting Man in the World. In this episode of Beyond the Lens, Kevin shares his knowledge and passion for technological developments in art and photography, particularly AI-generated art. Throughout the conversation, he offers some philosophical nuggets that have helped him succeed in life, as well as tips for t...
2023-03-241h 07Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe30. Chris Rainier: TIME and National Geographic Documentary Photographer on Visual Storytelling and Sacred PlacesNational Geographic explorer Chris Rainier is an artist, social photographer, documenter, and photojournalist, globally respected for his work with endangered cultures worldwide. He calls himself a “serial traveler, gypsy, and photographer” and possesses unrivaled first-hand knowledge of world indigenous cultures. He describes his life experiences, as you might expect, in a beautifully visual way. Chris's new book, Sacred, includes photos compiled from his decades of exploration and his interactions with the planet’s indigenous peoples. He co-founded The Cultural Sanctuaries Foundation, which campaigns with the philosophy, ‘Indigenous peoples are the best guar...
2023-03-1057 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe29. Kristin Harila and 14 Peaks: A Historic Quest to Summit the World’s Biggest Mountains in Record TimeKristin Harila is a Norwegian mountaineer, skier, and outdoor athlete. In 2022, her record-breaking attempt to summit all 14 of the world’s 8000-meter peaks in six months was brought to a disappointing end as her team failed to obtain permits for the final two mountains in Chinese Tibet. Despite the setback, Kristin is more determined than ever this year to take on the record again set by Nirmal Purja in 2019. In this episode, Kristin talks with Richard about her successes and failures during the 2022 attempt, her dramatic introduction to mountaineering - from altitude sickness on Kil...
2023-02-2348 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe28. Joel Sartore: So You Want To Be a National Geographic Photographer?As 2018 National Geographic Explorer of the Year, Joel regularly contributes to the magazine, specializing in documenting endangered species and landscapes worldwide. Joel founded ‘Photo Ark’, a documentary and photographic project in conservation, which has had images displayed at iconic and historical landmarks worldwide, including St. Peter's Basilica and the Empire State Building.In this great conversation, Joel talks about his early passion for wildlife, what triggered him to dedicate his life to conservation, and his endeavor to frame small insects equally to large rhinos, as they are “the ones that lead the charge in terms...
2023-02-1056 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe27. Jeff Corwin: TV Host and Celebrity Wildlife Biologist on Snake Encounters, Endangered Species, and Steve IrwinSparked by his first experience of Belize's tropical rainforest in 1984, Jeff is a passionate activist for Central and South American rainforest conservation. Inspired by his experience serving as expedition naturalist for the 'JASON Project', a documentary series led by oceanographer Robert Ballard, he became a TV presenter and producer, best known for hosting Disney Channel's 'Going Wild with Jeff Corwin', 'The Jeff Corwin Experience' on Animal Planet, and ABC's 'Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin'. His new series' Wildlife Nation' highlights North American wildlife and the inspiring partners working together to save them from the brink of extinction.
2023-01-2752 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe26. Photography From a War Zone: A Dispatch From Ukraine with Felipe DanaEntering 2023, award-winning Brazilian photojournalist Felipe Dana shares his experiences on location in Kyiv, Ukraine, where he has joined the Associated Press and dedicated himself solely to photojournalism. He started his career at 15 years old as an assistant photographer and later pursued a degree in photography while working on commercial assignments, contributing to various local and international news agencies. His work has received numerous awards, including the World Press’ ‘Photo of the Year.’ Felipe was also part of the AP team's finalist for the Pulitzer in 2021. In this episode, Felipe shares the dangers of following military groups on the fro...
2023-01-1345 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe25. Spencer Howard, Travel Guru: Maximizing Airline Points, Hotel Loyalty Programs, and Best Credit Cards For Cheap Luxury TravelRichard dives into the world of travel rewards with Straight To The Points founder and travel expert Spencer Howard – who shares his travel hacks and advice on using airline points, credit cards, and loyalty programs to fly business and first-class to "help as many people as possible enjoy the excitement of luxury travel." In August 2018, he started the 'Award Alerts' newsletter to make it easier for family and friends who wanted to fly business or first class but were struggling to find the necessary award seats. With more than 52k Instagram followers, Spencer has built a community of travel en...
2022-12-3054 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe24. William Neill: Inside the Mind of a Landscape Photography MasterAs a master landscape photographer, William Neill’s work conveys the deep, spiritual beauty he sees and feels in nature. He has been a resident of the Yosemite National Park area since 1977. He received ‘The Director's Award’ from the National Park Service after a major portfolio of his Yosemite photographs entitled ‘Yosemite: The Promise of Wildness,’ were published by The Yosemite Association in 1994. His recent book, ‘Landscapes of the Spirit’ showcases a retrospective collection of his finest landscape photographs based on the theme of nature's spiritual and healing powers.In this episode, Richard ventured into the mind of William Nei...
2022-12-1641 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe23. Will Travers, President of the Born Free Foundation: Why Wildlife MattersWill Travers OBE is the executive president and co-founder of the international wildlife charity Born Free. His parents starred in the oscar winning movie Born Free, where Will, as a young child, traveled to Kenya and established his passion for wildlife conservation – in 2012, Will was awarded an ‘OBE’ for his conservation and animal welfare services. As a passionate animal rights activist, he manages to safeguard wildlife conservation across regions in Africa, Asia, America, and Europe. Will is also the ‘President of the Species Survival Network’ and a member of the ‘IUCN SSC Reintroduction Specialist Group’.
2022-12-021h 00Beyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe22. Marc Muench: Insights on Photography Workshops, The Art of Seeing, and Ski Photography in IranMarc Muench is a professional landscape and wildlife photographer, an educator, and a founding partner at Muench Workshops, where he helps teach people who love photography and nature while taking them to the coolest places on the planet. Marc is a third-generation photographer following his grandfather Josef Muench, his father, David Muench, and his photographer-artist, Bonnie Muench.In this episode, Richard and Marc chat while crossing the Drake Passage after a 20-plus-day expedition to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island, and Antarctica. They discuss “The Art of Seeing,” photography workshops – including what it takes to be...
2022-11-1838 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe21. Ankur Warikoo: Author of ‘Do Epic Shit’ on Lessons for Going Pro, Entrepreneurship, and Habits for SuccessWith 2.2m YouTube subscribers and 8m Instagram followers, Ankur Warikoo is one of India’s top content creators. In 2021, he published his first book, ‘Do Epic Shit’, which talks about his success, failures, the importance of habits, self-awareness, entrepreneurship, money, and relationships. In 2016, he started an online video series called ‘Warikoo Wednesdays,’ where he spoke about his experiences as a founder, CEO, and people manager. As a best-selling author, he conducts online educational courses to ensure all the choices we make in life come from the point of awareness and not ignorance.In this episode, Ankur shares how a birthd...
2022-11-0450 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe20. Gina Greer: Executive Director at the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO)Founded in 1991, the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators is a member organization that advocates and promotes the practice of safe and environmentally responsible private-sector travel to Antarctica. Their member companies provide logistic and scientific support to National Antarctic Programs and Antarctic organizations. With more than 200 annual departures to Antarctica, tour vessels offer an essential opportunity for researchers and science programs.In this episode of Beyond The Lens, Richard sits down with the Executive Director at the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), Gina Greer. During their conversation, she explains how the organization...
2022-10-2137 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe19. Richard Bernabe on Antarctica: Photography from the Bottom of the WorldIn this episode of Beyond The Lens, internationally acclaimed photographer and podcast host Richard Bernabe provides an insight into preparations for his 6th trip to Antarctica – a 23-day expedition to the Drake Passage, the Falkland Islands, King George Island, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Richard shares what is essential for such a trip – from the recommended camera equipment to appropriate clothing. He also describes what he loves about this colossal continent and explains his way of doing a popular Polar Plunge – pointing out which mistakes not to make.You can follow Richard’s trip to Antarctica on his I...
2022-10-1421 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe18. Alejandro Cartagena: Photographing Suburbia, the Success of Carpoolers, and Lessons in Self-PublishingPhotographer and visual artist, Alejandro Cartagena, lives and works in Monterrey, Mexico. His work explores social, urban, and environmental issues through landscape and portraiture, aiming to engage with a larger history of photography by reinterpreting or rethinking the ways these issues have been represented previously. His work has been featured internationally in over 50 group and individual exhibitions and is displayed in several museums. As a self-publisher and co-editor, Alejandro has created multiple award-winning titles and is the recipient of numerous awards, including the international Photolucida Critical Mass Book Award, the Street Photography Award at the London Photo Festival, and...
2022-10-0658 min
The Landscape Photography ShowWhat's Next For Outdoor Photographers With Richard Bernabe Part 2Richard Bernabe joins The Landscape Photography Show for a two-part series on how outdoor photographers can prepare themselves for what's coming in the next few years.
2022-10-0433 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe17. Ayman Hariri: A Conversation with the CEO & Co-Founder of VERO True SocialLaunched officially in 2015 as an alternative to Facebook and Instagram, VERO is a social media platform and mobile app company that markets itself as a social network free from advertisements, data mining, and algorithms. Within weeks of its release, the app surged in popularity and became favored amongst niche groups of make-up artists, tattoo artists, and skateboarders. In the wake of the Cambridge Analytica data scandal in 2018, VERO devised an advertising campaign aimed at defected Facebook and Instagram users, hoping the app's policies and privacy settings would satisfy concerns over sharing personal information on the internet. Within one week...
2022-09-3050 minThe Landscape Photography ShowWhat's Next For Outdoor Photographers With Richard Bernabe Part 1Richard Bernabe joins The Landscape Photography Show for a two-part series on how outdoor photographers can prepare themselves for what's coming in the next few years.
2022-09-2935 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe16. Sebastian Modak, Lonely Planet Editor-At-Large: The Power of Awe and the Assignment of a Lifetime.Award-winning travel writer, multimedia journalist, and editor-at-large at Lonely Planet, Sebastian Modak, joins Richard on this episode of Beyond The Lens. In 2019, Sebastian spent a year traveling and reporting from all the places on The New York Times' ‘52 Places to Go’ list. His work has been published in The Washington Post, Condé Nast Traveler, The Wall Street Journal, AFAR, and BBC Travel. Sebastian was a producer on the MTV World series ‘Rebel Music’ and received the Fulbright-mtvU Fellowship, which allowed him to travel to Botswana, where he spent a year documenting the local hip-hop scene. Besides Botswana and the U.S...
2022-09-2350 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe15. Kenya Photography Safari with Richard Bernabe: Insights, Preparation, Gear and StrategiesIn this episode of Beyond The Lens, internationally acclaimed photographer and podcast host, Richard Bernabe provides an insight into safari photography and talks through his tips for preparation, equipment, and capturing great shots. Explaining what is needed to organize such a trip, Richard mentions some of his favorite locations in Africa and shares why he has chosen to go to Maasai Mara in September. Richard talks about the camera equipment he will take for his trip to Kenya, explains each piece's strengths and reveals some of his expertise and tricks! Finally, Richard discusses his shooting strategy and explains why...
2022-09-0927 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe14. Robin Thurston: CEO of Outside Inc. on the Outerverse and How Web3 Could Be a Big Deal for CreatorsOutside is the world's leading creator of active lifestyle content and experiences. This year, CEO Robin Thurston revealed its plans for the 'Outerverse' - an adventure-minded, wellness-driven alternative to the Metaverse. The 'Outerverse' represents the first comprehensive delve into Web3 technology by a significant consumer media company. Outerverse platform will feature an NFT marketplace, creator platform, and loyalty tokens with the goal of rewarding people for getting outdoors.In this episode, Robin shares that he was a bike racer in high school, which fuelled his love for nature and outdoor activities. He reveals that he decided to...
2022-08-2656 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe13. Dr. Peter Lindsey: Director of the Lion Recovery FundOver the past 25 years, Africa has lost half of its lion population. The Lion Recovery Fund is a collaborative initiative created by the Wildlife Conservation Network in partnership with the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation with a vision to double the number of lions in Africa. Their investments also affect biodiversity, climate, and the people who live in and around Africa’s majestic conservation areas. With lions as their primary focus, they can address these issues together. Dr Peter Lindsey identifies Africa's most innovative and effective projects to conserve lions and restore their landscapes. In this episode, Peter reflects on...
2022-08-1245 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe12. Levison Wood: Photographer, Author and 'Toughest Man on TV' Reveals the Art of ExplorationLevison Wood - “the toughest man on TV”, is a best-selling author who has written ten books, including ‘Walking the Nile’ and ‘Walking the Himalayas’; he is also the producer of seven critically acclaimed documentaries. As a photographer, Levison has worked in more than 100 countries, capturing his journey and the people he met along the way. Before becoming a photographer, Levison served in the Parachute Regiment for 13 years as a Major of the British Army. A keen conservationist, he is an elected Fellow of both – the Royal Geographical Society and the Explorers Club, and is an ambassador and patron for sev...
2022-07-2957 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe11: Sophy Roberts: Award-Winning Travel Writer on Hidden Africa and the Lost Pianos of SiberiaThe ever-adventurous writer, Sophy Roberts, is the author of ‘The Lost Pianos of Siberia’ a Times, Sunday Times, and Independent ‘Book of 2020’. This non-fiction book explores the pianos created during the boom years of the nineteenth century. Sophy tells the story of her piano hunt through two centuries of Russian history, which reveals an unexpected musical legacy and profound brave humanity. Sophy is a regular radio, podcast, and panel events contributor, focusing on travel stories from remote parts of the world, with a particular interest in literary work, history, and culture.In this episode, Sophy sh...
2022-07-1553 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe10. Moose Peterson: Nikon Legend Behind The Lens on Wildlife and Aviation PhotographyAn activist for endangered species, Moose, has dedicated his life to educating and protecting America’s wildlife through his award-winning photography. Through his imagery, Moose also documents and helps preserve the legacy of America’s aviation heritage with an aim to showcase the freedoms they protect. Moose is the author of 29 books, including ‘Takeoff: The Alpha to Zulu of Aviation Photography (Voices That Matter)’ - a one-of-a-kind book that teaches readers how to start taking beautiful, intriguing photographs of aircraft, and a best-seller ‘Captured: Lessons from Behind the Lens of a Legendary Wildlife Photographer (Voices That Matter)’ - the ultimate guid...
2022-06-2951 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe9. Conrad Anker: Legendary Mountaineer on a Lifetime of Climbing and Remembering Galen Rowell.As one of the most prolific explorers and mountaineers, Conrad Anker has summited Mount Everest three times. In 1999, Anker discovered the body of George Mallory, one of the two British climbers who died attempting to climb Everest in 1924, helping to shed more light on one of mountaineering’s most famous mysteries. He has made many notable first ascents, from Alaska, through the Himalayas, to Antarctica, not only choosing the highest peaks but the most difficult ones. In this conversation, Conrad shares how climbing helps him feel more connected to other people through cooperation and sha...
2022-06-1738 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe8. Ellen Cuylaerts: Underwater Photography and Facing Your FearsAn activist for marine life conservation, Ellen Cuylaerts is an award-winning underwater and wildlife photographer. Ellen educates on the challenges our oceans are facing and has addressed heads of state at the UN General Assembly to highlight the plight of filmmakers engaging in the protection of the oceans. Since 2018, Ellen has also been diving in the silence of caves and in 2019 was inducted into the Women Divers Hall of Fame. Today, her work is on display in exhibitions around the world.In this conversation, Richard investigates what it takes to photograph successfully in unpredictable underwater conditions, especially...
2022-06-0150 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe7. David Burkus: Best-Selling Author on Creativity MythsDavid Burkus, one of the world’s most highly-regarded business thinkers, is a best selling author and contributing writer for many notable publications, such as The Financial Times, Forbes and Harvard Business Review. He shares captivating stories and practical takeaways to diverse audiences, giving them a compelling insight into how organizations and individuals can do their best work. David is also the author of ‘The Myths of Creativity’, which aims to demystify the processes that drive innovation, highlighting the mistaken ideas that hold us back.Together, David and Richard discuss the difference between creativity and innovation, explaining that a...
2022-05-2051 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe6. John Paul Caponigro: Fine Art Photography and the Creative LifeInternationally respected as one of the most prominent artists working with digital media, John Paul works with photo-based digital imaging as his primary medium, combining his background in painting with traditional and alternative photographic processes using the latest technology. He is also a published writer who aims to help others creatively make deeper connections with nature and themselves. The likes of the Estee Lauder Collection, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and more have purchased his artwork.Together, Richard and John Paul discuss the psychological-emotional weight of the pandemic, pollution, and climate change. Furthermore, he explains how creative...
2022-05-0556 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe5. 'Ask Me Anything' Episode with Richard Bernabe. Answering Listener's QuestionsYou sent in your burning questions from all over the world, and in this special bonus episode of Beyond The Lens, host Richard Bernabe answers them, presented to him by co-producer Mia Hadrill.The internationally acclaimed photographer gives an insight into his personal journey, revealing his muses, a scary close encounter with a bear, and the song lyrics that resonated and inspired the dramatic career shift that changed his life. Richard provides honest advice for aspiring photographers and unearths some of the life lessons that he learned along the way; and exposes what his least favorite question...
2022-04-2843 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe4. Marc Saltzman: USA Today Columnist on Demystifying TechnologyWith over 25 years of industry experience, Marc Saltzman is a recognized and trusted technology and gaming evangelist, specializing in consumer electronics, online technology, business technology, interactive entertainment, and future trends. A veteran in the tech world, Marc hosts the Tech It Out podcast and radio show as well as Tech Impact on Bloomberg Television, which explores the impact of technology on our personal and professional lives. Marc also contributes to more than 20 prominent publications across the US and has written 16 books.In this 1-1 conversation, Marc breaks down tech-geek speak into street speak and provides f...
2022-04-2238 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe3. Marc Cooke: Saving the Wolves of YellowstoneA passionate campaigner for the plight of wolves, Marc Cooke is the President and Board Member of Wolves of the Rockies. Founded in 2011, the organisation uses advocacy and education to protect and defend the wolves of Yellowstone National Park and the Rocky Mountains while also trying to enact positive change for all wolves. Together, Richard and Marc discuss the importance of the Wolves of the Rockies’ grassroots strategy to act as their voice, especially when up against inadequate state legislation, lobbying by the unethical hunting community, and bounty bills set to kill wolves. Marc’s insightful knowle...
2022-04-0748 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe2. Jerry Greer: CEO of Mountain Trail Press on Self Publishing Like a ProAs a photographer with over 20 years of industry experience, Jerry Greer is an expert in book publishing, print brokering, and preparing images for 4-color offset printing. In 2000, Jerry founded Mountain Trail Press - an award-winning custom publisher of fine art photography books and calendars that celebrate America’s most scenic places. In this in-depth conversation, Jerry shares the creative process and inspiration behind his latest project, ‘Dust to Dust’, a collection of photographs and essays that find common beauty in the land and people of the Appalachian region as it struggles to emerge from a coal-dominated economy.Togeth...
2022-03-2450 min
We Talk PhotoInterview with Richard BernabeJack and John welcome Richard Bernabe to the show in this wonderfully insightful episode. Richard has been a professional photographer for 20+ years and has received much recognition and rewards for his amazing photography of wildlife, landscapes and travel. Travelling to over 60 countries so far, Richard is seen as an expert in many locations … Continue reading Interview with Richard Bernabe →
2022-03-2447 minBeyond The Lens with Richard Bernabe1. Rick Sammon: Canon Explorer of Light, Award-Winning Photographer, Author, and Musician.Rick Sammon is an award-winning photographer who has traveled to more than 100 destinations around the world in search of new images. Known by some as “The Godfather of Photography”, he is on a mission to make digital photography fun, creative, exciting, and rewarding for others. Rick is also a best-selling author and talented musician. In this in-depth conversation, he explains the connection between music and photography and how we can all construct our own reality through creativity; describes memory tools that he shares with his photography students called “Sammonisms”; reveals some of his worst travel stories and discusse...
2022-03-1159 minF-Stop Collaborate and Listen234: Richard Bernabe - 20 Years of Wisdom as a Professional PhotographerWelcome to episode 234 of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen!
This week on the podcast I was joined by Richard Bernabe, an international travel landscape and wildlife photographer who has been recommended about 400 times to be on the podcast and we finally made it happen!
Richard was a blast to speak with and I just love interacting with him on Twitter, where he has over 1,000,000 followers. Richard has been in the photography game full-time for twenty years and with that comes a lot of wisdom, experience, and hindsight which he shares with us on today's show.
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