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The Camera Cafe ShowJoumana El Zein Khoury: World Press Photo 70th AnniversaryBehind the Curtains of World Press Photo and its 70 Anniversary!
This week we go behind the scenes with Joumana El Zein Khoury, Executive Director of the World Press Photo Foundation, to discuss the past, present, and future of photojournalism and the foundation. This year marks WPP's monumental 70th Anniversary, and Joumana reveals the major changes she implemented with her team, including a regional judging model that now sees 80% of winners being local photographers.
We pull back the curtain on how WPP actually works: how to apply and get your image seen, how the judging rounds...
2025-11-3054 min
The Camera Cafe ShowLee-Ann Olwage: An Ode to Celebration and African IdentityMultiple award winner Lee-Ann Olwage from South Africa joins us today to discuss her incredible journey from film set decorator to winning in the Sony World Photography Awards and World Press Photo. Her powerful approach is rooted in collaborative storytelling, giving marginalized voices agency and celebrating their identity on the African continent.
We dive into her project "#BlackDragMagic", where she collaborated with amazing drag artists to champion the queer, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans community and confront the daily threat of violence in South African townships. We also discuss her uplifting series, "The Right to Play," which...
2025-11-231h 00
The Camera Cafe ShowTim Smith: Hutterites — Framing Beautiful Communal LifeWhat is the secret to 15 years of trust and slow, ethical work inside the Hutterite communities?
Canadian photographer Tim Smith shows us exactly how he built the deep, long-term relationships that define his career. Tim spent years immersed in these communal, traditional societies across the Canadian Prairies, perfecting a slow-work philosophy that allows him to portray their lives with the depth and nuance they deserve. His images have appeared in major magazines, including National Geographic, and his work has been exhibited in many countries to date.
In this warm and honest talk, we...
2025-11-1656 min
The Camera Cafe ShowAlain Schroeder: How To Find Great Stories?What's harder to photograph: adrenaline-fueled Kid Jockeys in Indonesia, or the silent, restricted streets of North Korea? Today, we sit down with Belgian documentary photographer Alain Schroeder, traveling around the globe, looking for the next thing that piques his interest. He is honored for his amazing work with a long list of awards, including multiple World Press Photo awards, Picture of The Year, Travel Photographer of the Year, Visa pour l’image, Siena or Nikon Press Photo Awards, to name just a few, with of course countless major exhibitions around the world.
Alain walks us through his in...
2025-11-021h 05
The Camera Cafe ShowJim Richardson: Small-town Roots to Global Adventures (Part 2)Can a single photographer help feed 9 billion people? In the second and final part of our chat with National Geographic legend Jim Richardson, we follow his lens into the biggest stories of his career.
We talk about the massive challenge of food and farming, the urgent crisis of water scarcity, and why he keeps finding community and wildness on the remote islands of Scotland.
Jim shares his best, no-nonsense advice on how a photographer can still pursue a long-form, meaningful story today, proving that a great photo is always worth the time it takes to c...
2025-10-2633 min
The Camera Cafe ShowJim Richardson: Small-town Roots to Global Adventures (Part 1)When a young farm kid from Kansas picks up a pawn-shop camera, you don’t immediately picture him becoming one of National Geographic’s most respected photographers. But that’s exactly what happened to Jim Richardson, whose career has now spanned more than 35 years, over 50 National Geographic and Traveler magazine stories, on countless journeys across the globe.
In this first part of our two-part conversation, Jim takes us back to where it all began — to those early Kansas wheat fields, the small-town life that shaped his storytelling, and the moment when photography stopped being just a hobby an...
2025-10-1943 min
The Camera Cafe ShowAPOY 2024 Champions: Lynn Fraser & Lucy MoncktonWhat happens when you bring together not one, but the two Winners of the Amateur Photographer of the Year magazine 2024 awards!? You get a conversation filled with laughs, inspiration, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it really feels like to have your work recognized in one of the most competitive photography contests out there!
In this episode we chat with Lynn Fraser, the overall APOY 2024 winner, and Lucy Monckton, crowned Young APOY 2024. From their very different journeys into photography to the moment they found out they’d won, they share the stories, surprises, the nerves, and of...
2025-10-0549 min
The Camera Cafe ShowIan Wood: Can Photography Make a Difference?From Orangutans in the rainforests of Sumatra to Badgers on the streets of England — Ian Wood has seen it all through his lens.
In this episode, we sit down with Conservation and Nature photographer Ian Wood, winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year (WPOTY) People’s Choice Award, to talk about how his journey began in the jungles of Indonesia, his conservation work with the Orangutan Foundation and the Badger Trust, or that unforgettable moment he first met the incredible Jane Goodall.
It’s a conversation that moves easily between humor and heartbreak, about life, p...
2025-09-1457 min
The Camera Cafe ShowBob Krist: Why Real Travel Beats Instagram (Part 2)Legendary National Geographic photographer Bob Krist is back for Part 2! — and if you thought the first half was good, this one goes even deeper.
We talk about what it was really like to live life constantly on the road for magazines — the adventure, the exhaustion, and the family sacrifices that rarely make it into the photos. Bob also opens up about finding his creative footing again after personal loss, and how storytelling helped him reconnect with the world.
He shares why he traded some years ago, stills for moving images, what he discovered through video, and...
2025-08-3145 min
The Camera Cafe ShowBob Krist: Why Real Travel Beats Instagram (Part 1)What does Authentic Travel Photography mean in the age of Instagram and filters? For Bob Krist, it was nearly 40 years of globetrotting with National Geographic and National Geographic Traveler — capturing authentic moments on film in more than 150 countries.
In Part 1 of our conversation, Bob takes us back to the Golden days of Travel Photography: assignments that dropped him into big cities and rural back roads with nothing but some rolls of film and a good sense of humor. He shares how he stumbled into former editor Bob Gilka's office with some photographs under his arm, what it wa...
2025-08-2448 min
The Camera Cafe ShowPat Kane: In The Frost Where Stories Speak (Part 2)We’re back with the second part of our conversation with award-winning Indigenous photojournalist Pat Kane — Algonquin Anishinaabe, a proud member of the Timiskaming First Nation and a tireless visual storyteller based in Yellowknife, Canada’s Northwest Territories, focusing on preserving cultures, communities, and our connection to place.
In this second half, we dive into Pat’s National Geographic story “The Last Trappers,” exploring the history and uncertain future of this northern tradition. We also talk about his latest Caribou Conservation project, supported by the Vital Impacts' Environmental Grant in honor of Jane Goodall, and why Indigenous-led storytelling...
2025-08-1741 min
The Camera Cafe ShowPat Kane: In the Frost Where Stories Speak (Part 1)Today’s guest is a photographer whose work isn’t just beautiful — it’s vital, especially in a world where conservation isn’t just about nature, but also about us — our cultures, communities, and connection to place.
Pat Kane is an Indigenous Algonquin Anishinaabe photojournalist based in Yellowknife, in Canada’s Northwest Territories, and a proud member of the Timiskaming First Nation. His powerful work documents the lives and stories of Indigenous people across the North — from traditional knowledge keepers to modern youth shaping their own narratives.
In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, we explore Pat’s journey in...
2025-08-1043 min
The Camera Cafe ShowPete Scott: Looking After What MattersPete Scott didn’t grow up dreaming of becoming a photographer — he never even went to art school. But over the last decade, he’s quietly built a stunning wildlife and landscape portfolio, capturing everything from owls to kingfishers to badgers to foxes to coastal starry night shots or even swallows in flight.
In our talk, Pete shares how it all started — how a misty morning with a fox changed his life behind the lens. We talk about the slow approach to wildlife, how patience beats gear, and what it really takes to photograph wild animals without disturbi...
2025-07-2748 min
The Camera Cafe ShowGraham Watson: A Life On Two WheelsGraham Watson didn’t just photograph bike races — he lived them, from the back of a motorbike, chasing the world’s Greatest Cyclists through cobbled streets, Alpine climbs, and chaotic sprints for over 40 years.
In this episode, Graham joins us from his porch in New Zealand to reflect on a career that started in a London portrait studio and somehow led to shooting legends like Eddy Merckx, Miguel Indurain, Lance Armstrong, Tom Boonen, Greg LeMond, Marco Pantani, Bernard Hinault and many more — often at 50 km/h, with a camera in hand and no second chances.
We talk...
2025-07-131h 04
The Camera Cafe ShowClaire Thomas: Witnessing War, Resilience, and PeaceWhat happens when a small town Welsh girl travels the world and takes a photo that gets published in National Geographic? For Claire Thomas, it launched a career in global conflict and humanitarian photojournalism.
In this episode, Claire takes us behind the images — into her life photographing trauma centers during the battle for Mosul, documenting the lives of the wives and mothers of ISIS fighters, and spending years embedded in the Middle East, covering war, migration, and survival with deep empathy.
We also talk about her love of horses, how she finds balance in such in...
2025-06-221h 06
The Camera Cafe ShowKen Marsh: Discover Alaska’s Wild Side (Mini Guide Pt. 2)Ready to further plan your Alaskan Photo Adventure?📸 In Part 2 of our Mini Guide to Wildlife Photography in Alaska, Ken Marsh takes us season by season through the Best Spots, Animals, and Tips to help you Capture the Wild — from salmon-hunting Bears to rutting Moose 🦌
We talk about Timing, Travel, Safety (when something comes running at you), Clothing, essential Bug Spray, Roads, Weather, what to Eat when the day is done and which Photography Gear to bring of course! It’s practical, personal, fun and packed with insight from a lifelong Alaskan 🚀🐻
🎧 Hit play — and if you missed Part 1...
2025-06-0841 min
The Camera Cafe ShowKen Marsh: Discover Alaska’s Wild Side (Mini Guide Pt. 1)If you’ve ever dreamed of Photographing in Alaska — this is where you start!
In Part 1 of this special two-part Mini-Guide to Alaska Wildlife Photography, we’re joined by Alaskan photographer, writer, and natural-born storyteller Ken Marsh 📷
We talk about how growing up in the Alaskan wild and working for the Alaska Department of Fish and Game shaped his eye for photography, what gear (and mindset) you really need, and why understanding animals always comes before the shot. There’s talk of foxes, moose, bears, close calls, and the kind of advice you only get from someon...
2025-06-0143 min
The Camera Cafe ShowSofía López Mañán: Are We Listening to Nature?What if photography wasn’t about capturing the world — but listening to it?📷 That’s the approach Argentinian photographer, and National Geographic Explorer, Sofía López Mañán brings to her work, blending visual storytelling with philosophy, ecology, and deep empathy.
In this episode, we talk about her current project with bees (supported by the 2024 Vital Impacts Grant), the relocation of elephants, her work with Andean condors, and how she approaches photography more like a ritual than a recording. We also dive into her long-term project 'El Libro de la Naturaleza' (The Book of Nature), and how she e...
2025-05-1759 min
The Camera Cafe ShowJoanna Steidle: Beauty from Above (Drone Special)What happens when a drone meets a school of fish… and one whale? 🐋🛸 Photographer Joanna Steidle has the answer — and the stories to match 📷 A longtime friend and someone who I admire immensely, Joanna is an award-winning drone photographer whose work has been published by media such as CNN, The New York Times, The Smithsonian Magazine or even Forbes, and her drone footage has aired on Disney, National Geographic and Discovery Channel. Joanna is also, to date, the only female DJI-drones Creator (Ambassador) in the USA.
In this episode, Joanna shares how she went from a love to race drone...
2025-05-1057 min
The Camera Cafe ShowAna María Arévalo Gosen: Pictures With A HeartbeatWhat does it take to tell stories that don’t just inform—but truly connect? 📸
Photographer, Leica Oskar Barnack Winner, National Geographic Explorer and a fighter for Women’s Rights, Ana María Arévalo Gosen shares her journey through slow, thoughtful storytelling. From documenting life inside Venezuelan detention centers, to capturing the quiet Resilience of Teenage Mothers, to telling her own personal family story in The Meaning of Life—Ana's work is Raw, Empathetic, and deeply Human.
We talk about trust, ethics, personal healing through photography, and why today, more than ever, storytelling needs Real Heart eve...
2025-05-0453 min
The Camera Cafe ShowJen Rozenbaum: Boudoir. A(nd) Real LifeJen Rozenbaum is in the house—and she brought Boldness, Boudoir Photography, and a whole lot of unapologetic Honesty. Nikon Ambassador and all-around Powerhouse, Jen joined us for a wildly Honest, Funny, and Empowering conversation about Life Behind the Lens and in Front of it.
We talked about how she built a Boudoir business out of her bedroom, what it really means to help women Feel Seen—not just sexy—and how photography became her anchor through Breast Cancer, Divorce, and Personal Reinvention. This isn’t just a chat about Posing and Lighting—it’s about Confidence, Identity, an...
2025-04-2650 min
The Camera Cafe ShowFrancesco Anselmi: Photojournalism in a Changing WorldPhotojournalism is changing, but what does that mean for Photographers today? In this episode, Award-winning photojournalist Francesco Anselmi joins us to talk about his career, winning the Visa d’Or Award for Photojournalism, his Leica Oskar Barnack award finalists work, his long-term project Borderlands and the reality of Documenting History as it unfolds.
From covering the Greek economic crisis to Exploring Border communities across the U.S. and Europe, Francesco shares what it takes to tell real, impactful stories. We also discuss the challenges of Modern Photojournalism, the Ethics of Documentary work, and the hard Truths about brea...
2025-04-1956 min
The Camera Cafe ShowHarvey Stein: 50 Years of Street Photography (Part 2)We’re back with Part 2 of our chat with Street Photography legend Harvey Stein—and it’s another gem!
In this episode, Harvey talks about engaging with strangers to get the shot, even in the middle of COVID, and what it really means to build a lasting photographic voice. We chat about working in series, making photo books, the evolution of photography, and wrap things up by flipping through some of his incredible images from Mexico together.
📸 Haven’t heard Part 1? Go back and check it out first!🎧Hit play for more wisdom, wit, and stories from th...
2025-04-1248 min
The Camera Cafe ShowHarvey Stein: 50 Years of Street Photography (Part 1)What’s it like to Photograph the Streets for half a century?🤯 📸
Legendary Street Photographer Harvey Stein has been capturing the raw, chaotic beauty of New York City and beyond for over 50 years—and he's got the Stories and Pictures to prove it. He published 10 Photography books until now, his work has been exhibited in over 90 solo shows and is part of almost 60 permanent museum collections worldwide, including the George Eastman Museum, Art Institute of Chicago; The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; The New Orleans Museum of Art and The Denver Art Museum. His photographs have been published...
2025-04-0554 min
The Camera Cafe ShowIbarionex Perello: The Eaton Fire. Rebuilding a Creative LifeWhat happens when a storyteller loses everything?
Photographer, Educator, Writer and Podcasting legend Ibarionex Perello joins us for a powerful conversation about Photography, Creativity, and Resilience. For nearly two decades, he’s been inspiring photographers through his work and his long-running podcast, 'The Candid Frame'. But recently, his and his wife’s world was turned upside down when they lost their home and his studio in the Eaton Fire.
In this episode, we talk about his journey behind the lens, what he’s learned from years of interviewing the greats in photography, and how he’s navigati...
2025-03-291h 09
The Camera Cafe ShowJatenipat Ketpradit: Can a Portrait Preserve a CultureCultural Identity, Storytelling, and Adventure—this week on The Camera Café Show, we sit down with multi award-winning photographer Jatenipat Ketpradit from Thailand, whose portraits of remote indigenous tribes capture more than faces—they tell the stories of entire cultures.
From Mongolia’s Eagle Hunters to Papua New Guinea’s ghostly Asaro Mudmen, Jatenipat’s immersive approach takes him deep into communities, where he spends weeks earning trust before even picking up his camera. We talk about why cultural photography matters, how he prepares for months before a shoot, and what it takes to document traditions on the brink o...
2025-03-221h 02
The Camera Cafe ShowMartin Bailey: Creating the Best Job in the WorldMartin Bailey (Japan) has been inspiring photographers for nearly two decades, capturing breathtaking Nature and Wildlife images, leading Photography Tours, and sharing his knowledge through his long-running Podcast.
In this episode, we talk about his journey from England to Japan, his philosophy on photography, and how nearly 20 years of podcasting has shaped his perspective. We also dive into his photography tours—from capturing wildlife in Japan’s snowy landscapes to leading adventures in Namibia and beyond—and what makes a great photography workshop experience both for himself as his participants.
From resilience in his own persona...
2025-03-081h 09
The Camera Cafe ShowMatt Payne: Chasing Peaks and Podcast DeadlinesWhat happens when you combine a love for mountains, a passion for photography, and the patience to run a weekly podcast? You get Matt Payne!
In this episode, we sit down with landscape photographer, workshop leader, and host of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen" to talk about his journey from childhood hikes in Colorado to becoming a full-time photographer capturing the wild beauty of the outdoors. We get into his creative process, why intimate landscapes have become his obsession, and the balancing act of being a conservation advocate while sharing breathtaking locations.
And because Matt doesn’t h...
2025-02-1554 min
The Camera Cafe ShowArt Wolfe: A Life Behind The Lens (Part2)📸 Art Wolfe Returns – A Life Behind The Lens. Part II! 🎙️
In this second part of our chat with the legendary Art Wolfe, we dive deeper into his adventures—from filming Travels to the Edge in extreme locations to close encounters with snow monkeys and even his unexpected role in conservation activism (let’s just say some bulldozers didn’t stand a chance!).
We also talk about:
✅ The creative battles behind Travels to the Edge 🎥
✅ Good techniques to get pictures of wildlife 🐫
✅ The emotional impact of seeing climate change firsthand 🌍
✅ Why sometimes keeping photography as a passion—and not as a job—might be...
2025-02-0844 min
The Camera Cafe ShowArt Wolfe: A Life Behind The Lens (Part1)Welcome back to The Camera Cafe Show! This week, we have the legendary Art Wolfe joining us for an incredible deep dive into his photographic journey—and let’s just say, if there were an Olympic event for never sitting still, Art would take gold.
From his childhood adventures in the forests of Seattle to climbing mountains with a 4x5 camera from his dad (because why make it easy?), Art’s story is one of relentless curiosity and creative evolution. In this first part of our conversation, we talk about his early influences, his switch from painti...
2025-02-0150 min
The Camera Cafe ShowJim Scott: Aurora Photography Made EasyEver wondered how to make your shots of an Aurora stand out more?
In this Christmas and New Year edition of The Camera Café Show, we welcome award-winning landscape photographer Jim Scott (UK), known for his stunningly moody landscape images both on his website as on his amazing social network presence, where you surely had images of him pop up on your feed. With a passion sparked by a personal journey and an eye for dramatic compositions, Jim has mastered the art of capturing light, and in this new ShortCast episode we dedicate it to the best of...
2024-12-3127 min
The Camera Cafe ShowJan Erik Waider: Abstract Landscape Photography InspirationsIn this cold December The Camera Cafe Show team sits down with Jan Erik Waider, a well known name online and in the fine art photography world, celebrated for his atmospheric and abstract interpretations of northern landscapes. Based in Germany, Jan has spent over two decades exploring the frozen beauty of places like Iceland, Greenland, Alaska and Antarctica, capturing their unique textures, patterns, and moods both with his camera and drones. His work, featured by major brands such as Apple, Adobe, Xoami or Jeep, goes beyond traditional vistas, offering a fresh and intimate perspective on the raw power of...
2024-12-101h 02
The Camera Cafe Show"Joanne Coates: Stories of Life on the Land”In this episode of The Camera Cafe Show, we sit down with the inspiring Joanne Coates (UK), a visual artist and photographer whose work sheds light on the hidden stories of rural communities and working-class women. Joanne's unique perspective, rooted in her upbringing in the Northeast of England, has led her to explore themes of class, gender, and rurality through a multidisciplinary approach.
We delve into Joanne’s acclaimed projects, including “Daughters of the Soil” and “Middle of Somewhere”, which showcase the resilience and creativity of women in agriculture and challenge stereotypes about rural life. Joanne also...
2024-11-261h 03
The Camera Cafe ShowDaniel Murray: Sony World Photography Youth Winner 2024In our new ShortCast episode, we sit down with 16-year-old Daniel Murray, who recently claimed the title of Youth Photographer of the Year at the prestigious Sony World Photography Awards 2024! Join us as Daniel shares his exciting journey from snapping photos on his iPhone to capturing award-winning shots with his Canon DSLR that caught the judges at Sony, and the world’s, attention.
Daniel opens up about his early inspirations, the techniques he’s developed to bring mood and storytelling to his images, and the unforgettable moment he stood on stage in London to accept his award. We a...
2024-11-1222 min
The Camera Cafe ShowViktoria Haack: Crafting Images and Taming WildernessIn this episode of The Camera Cafe Show, we sit down with the wonderful versatile photographer and Nikon Canada Ambassador Viktoria Haack, who shares her journey from art school and a small island in the UK to moving and shooting in the rugged majestic landscapes of Canada. Known for her ability to capture everything from those sweeping landscapes to intimate elope wedding moments—and now even wildlife encounters—Viktoria opens up about how each place she’s lived has shaped her creative eye. She discusses the freedom of being a multi-genre photographer, the value of working within constraints, and how na...
2024-10-2942 min
The Camera Cafe Show“Andrew Fusek Peters: From Poetry to Nature Photography”In this episode of the Camera Café Show, we sit down with celebrated wildlife and landscape photographer and OM System Ambassador Andrew Fusek Peters (UK) to explore his incredible journey from a poet and renowned children's author to a leading figure in British wildlife photography. Andrew shares how his passion for nature, coupled with his artistic eye, has shaped his career behind the camera, and the pivotal moment that transformed his love for the outdoors into a lifelong photographic pursuit.
Andrew has published several successful books, including “Butterfly Safari”, which documents all 59 UK butterfly species—a project that to...
2024-10-1557 min
The Camera Cafe Show“Salim Khan: Rohingya Voices of Resilience Through Photography”In this Untold Stories episode, we sit down with Salim Khan, a Rohingya photographer living in the Kutupalong refugee camp in Bangladesh, the largest refugee camp in the world with now living 1.000.000 displaced Rohingya people. Salim shares his powerful journey of using photography to document the daily struggles, resilience, and humanity of the Rohingya people. He is also a recipient, together with Abdullah Habib, Sahat Zia and Shahida Win of the United Nations 2023 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award, which honors individuals or groups who go above and beyond to help displaced people. This prestigious award recognized their efforts in using...
2024-10-0142 min
The Camera Cafe Show“Deborah Sandidge: A Journey of Creative Photography Crossroads”In this gear-packed episode of The Camera Cafe Show, host Tom Jacob sits down with Deborah Sandidge, an amazing Nikon Ambassador known for her dynamic range of work, including stunning infrared landscapes, ethereal long exposures, and vibrant wildlife imagery. Deborah shares her journey with us from film to digital photography, revealing how her early experiments in the darkroom sparked a lifelong passion for visual storytelling. She discusses her creative approach to multiple genres, from shooting serene landscapes to capturing the intricate behaviors of birds, writing for magazines, her love for embracing new technologies as video and techniques to enhance...
2024-09-1752 min
The Camera Cafe Show"Shelly Corbett: You've Got a Frame in Me - Toy Photography"In this playful episode of The Camera Cafe Show, host Tom Jacob sits down with Shelly Corbett from Seattle, USA, who is a pioneer in the niche world of Toy Photography. Shelly shares her unique journey from traditional photography to capturing the whimsical world of toys, discussing how a chance encounter with a Lego party sparked her creative transition. With over a decade of experience in the field, Shelly dives deep into her creative process, her favorite gear, and the art of storytelling through miniature figures.
Shelly explains how she connects with global communities of t...
2024-09-0359 min
The Camera Cafe Show“Brian Matthews: Protecting Biodiversity — Wildlife Photography Amid Climate Change”In this compelling episode of The Camera Cafe Show, host Tom Jacob sits down with renowned wildlife photographer and nature conservationist Brian Matthews. With over two decades of experience in capturing the beauty and fragility of our planet's wildlife, Brian shares his unique journey from working in the nuclear industry to becoming a passionate advocate for nature conservation. He discusses the critical role of photography in raising awareness about climate change and biodiversity loss, and how his images tell powerful stories of the natural world.
Brian Matthews has dedicated his career to capturing the delicate balance of...
2024-07-161h 01
The Camera Cafe Show“Carolyn Mendelsohn: Portraits of Change — Crafting Long-Term Projects”In this episode of "The Camera Cafe Show," we delve into the inspiring journey of Nikon Ambassador Carolyn Mendelsohn, a UK-based multiple award-winning photographer, renowned for her evocative portraiture and storytelling. Carolyn shares with us her transition from acting to photography and detailing how her background in theater has enriched her visual storytelling. We explore together her acclaimed personal projects such as "Being Inbetween," which captures the transitional period of pre-adolescence in girls, "Hardy and Free" and "Living with Dementia" while we discuss the profound impact of this work both for audience in exhibitions as for her subjects. Carolyn...
2024-07-021h 18
The Camera Cafe Show“Rain Hayes: Capturing the Invisible — IR & UV Photography”In this Masterclass episode of "The Camera Cafe Show," we are thrilled to welcome Rain Hayes, an extraordinary photographer known for her mastery in capturing the unseen world through infrared and ultraviolet photography. Rain's unique approach and creative vision have set her apart in the photography community, making her a true innovator in exploring light beyond the visible spectrum.
Rain, as a KelbyOne instructor, delves into the fascinating realms of infrared and ultraviolet photography, sharing her journey from traditional methods to these specialized techniques. She explains the fundamentals of infrared photography, the necessary gear, and o...
2024-06-111h 02
The Camera Cafe Show“Fi Bunn: Climbing Light - Artistic Alpine Photography"Show notes:
Join us today for an upwards journey into the world of Alpine photography and glacier conservation with Fi Bunn (UK/Switzerland), a photographer and artist whose work recently graced the “Creative Freedom” exhibition hosted by the esteemed John Muir Trust, in Scotland. This exhibition celebrates the organization's 40th anniversary and aims to promote artistic expression in connection with nature conservation.
In our interview, Fi shares her experiences, inspirations, and the profound impact of photography in advocating for environmental preservation, but in a way artists, them not being scientists, can show it to the worl...
2024-05-2146 min
The Camera Cafe Show“Melody Mellinger: Bird Photography in Your Backyard”You like Bird Photography, but you want to stay closer at home? In this wonderful new Shortcast episode of our podcast, Melody Mellinger from Pennsylvania, USA, joins us to share her passion for capturing her amazing bird pictures in her own backyard. From her humble beginnings with a point-and-shoot camera to full blown Master of her Craft and mastering Canon DSLR's, Melody's journey unveils her love for the challenge of photographing birds, finding joy in their unpredictable nature and intricate details. She unveils her backyard setup, strategically placing feeders and branches to attract birds while navigating challenges like roaming...
2024-04-3022 min
The Camera Cafe Show“Will Hawkes: Capturing Tiny Voyagers and Insect Migrations”Have you ever stopped to marvel at the intricate world of insects bustling around us? Then embark on a tiny explorer journey into the mesmerizing world of insects today with us! Joining me today is a special guest and someone who knows those bugs inside out: Dr. Will Hawks, an entomologist from the UK, working at the Swiss Bird Institute and an expert on insect migration. He of course is a passionate explorer of the tiny wonders that often go unnoticed in our everyday lives and on top of that a wonderful macro photographer.
Through engaging visual...
2024-04-1646 min
The Camera Cafe Show“Peter Lewis: Shuttered Sun — Capturing the Solar Eclipse”Ready for the total Solar Eclipse on the 8th of April 2024? In our first ShortCast episode, journey with us alongside astronomer Peter Lewis (UK) as he illuminates us on the forthcoming solar eclipse. From unraveling the celestial choreography between the sun, moon, and Earth to honing the craft of Astrophotography, Peter imparts invaluable guidance for safely documenting this breathtaking event...Prepare to embark on a celestial odyssey brimming with expert wisdom and cosmic marvels.
Learn about the essential filters and precautions needed to capture stunning images without risking eye damage or equipment malfunction. From adjusting camera settings...
2024-04-0220 min
The Camera Cafe Show“Gareth Jones: Shooting for the Stars — Astro Photography Tips & Techniques”Join us as we embark on a captivating journey through the cosmos with Gareth Jones from the UK (Wales), winner of the Weather Photographer of the Year (WPOTY) and Overall Winner in the British Photography Awards (BPA) in 2023. Gareth shares his passion for capturing the beauty of the night sky and recounts his most memorable experiences under the stars with us.
He describes the thrill of rushing to capture fleeting cosmic events and the challenges of perfecting his astrophotography techniques. From experimenting with different lenses to mastering exposure settings, Gareth shares valuable insights for aspiring night sky...
2024-03-2644 min
The Camera Cafe Show"Moose Peterson: Wild Encounters in Visual Storytelling"In this captivating episode, we delve into the mesmerizing world of Wildlife Photography with legendary photographer, Nikon USA Ambassador and John Muir Award winner Moose Peterson.
Moose is an iconic figure in the photography community, has dedicated his life to capturing the awe-inspiring beauty of the natural world. With a career spanning decades, publishing 29 photography books and his images to be seen in countless magazines, Moose has become renowned for his breathtaking images of wildlife and landscapes, showcasing the untamed splendor from his own American backyard to the world's most remote regions.
Moose shares invaluable...
2024-03-1253 min
The Camera Cafe Show"Richard Clark: Striking the Right Note in Music Photography"Discover the art and techniques behind capturing the electrifying moments of live music performances with our music photography podcast with Richard Clark from the UK. Learn from this seasoned photographer as he shares his insights, tips, and experiences in shooting concerts, festivals, and gigs. From camera gear to lighting challenges, editing techniques to memorable moments, dive into the world where music meets visual artistry.
Richard shares amusing anecdotes, including memorable encounters while highlighting the challenges and excitement of live event photography. He emphasizes the importance of connections in the music scene and credits his mentor, Will Robinson...
2024-02-2740 min
The Camera Cafe ShowAditya Dicky Singh: Honoring a Wildlife Photography LegacyA Master Wildlife Photographer, Conservationist and a wonderful human being. In memory of the late Aditya 'Dicky' Singh, celebrated famous Indian wildlife and tiger photographer, this episode features a conversation with us that took place just weeks before his untimely passing at only 57 years of age. Dicky, best known for his breathtaking tiger photographs and personal contributions to conservation in India, joins us for a eye-opening discussion. Through his engaging anecdotes and captivating storytelling, Dicky shares his journey from being a self-taught Nikon photographer, starting to work with a BBC production, and thanks to the insightful advice from mentors...
2024-02-1352 min
The Camera Cafe ShowJen Read: A Photographer’s Journey Beyond DisabilityDisability does not define one's abilities. With the right mindset and practice, anyone can achieve success in photography. One photographer who has truly harnessed the power of this saying, is this week's guest Jen Reid, a disabled photographer from Folkstone, Kent in southeast England. Jen's disability, called Phocomelia, primarily affects her right arm, making it challenging for her to operate a camera. However, she has found creative solutions to overcome these challenges and despite facing physical challenges, Jen has not let her disability stop her from pursuing her passion for photography.
In fact, she has used her...
2023-12-2832 min
The Camera Cafe ShowDalida Innes: Travel and Nature Photography for AdventurersOur long working title being: "Around The Globe With A Camera in 45 Minutes" as today we wonder around the world while we discuss Wildlife, Nature and Travel photography and get ready to hear some amazing stories from Mountain Gorillas to Snow Leopards to getting eye to eye with Whales!
In our episode from today we talk with the amazing professional Travel&Nature photographer Dalida Innes all the way from Australia, if we manage she sits still and don't get bitten by the travel bug while we talk, since she traveled a big part of the world in...
2023-06-2748 min
The Camera Cafe ShowJamie Smart: How To Be an Amazing Photographer at 7Picasso famously said, “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once they grow up. As children grow, those who develop their talent continue to live an artistic life." Well, he must have been looking into a crystal ball and saw our talented 7 year old, award-winning photographer from our latest podcast!
Today we talk with the amazing Nature photographer Jamie Smart aka "Eagle Eyed Girl" together with her dad James, all the way from Wales, Great Britain. Jamie already won multiple photography awards despite her very young age, and has an incredible pas...
2023-06-1334 min
The Camera Cafe ShowGary Holpin: Landscape Photography to Elevate Your ShotsNo matter when you started, we are pretty sure that Landscape photography has been on your 'to try' list. On this week’s podcast, we take that try up a notch in a conversation about how to get the most out of your landscape photography with professional photographer Gary Holpin from the UK!
With enhanced dynamic range, color algorithms, higher sensitivity settings, simplified editing and compositing software it becomes every time easier to get impressive landscape shots...However, ambition and vision is the key factor to start out, and Gary will explain, like he does on the su...
2023-05-3035 min
The Camera Cafe ShowWill Wilson: Bird Photography from Rwanda to Your LensBird photography is a passion that grabs pros and amateurs alike and seems to not let go, so in our third podcast we will bring some secrets to light with our guest today, Will Wilson. Will is an accomplished Bird and Nature photographer, living in Rwanda, author of 2 books and mentor in countless workshops. In short, he’s the guy you will want with you on your birding experience!
We talk with Will about bird photography in Africa, the gear, mobile apps he uses, his shooting styles, favorite locations, nature conservation and how digital technology has transformed bi...
2023-05-1641 min
The Camera Cafe ShowIva Sidash: Ukraine. A War Story from the FrontlineWith us today, in this first episode of "The Camera Cafe Show", a special guest, live from the Ukraine, the amazing street photographer Iva Sidash. She is the kind of photographer who has photography in her blood and shows us the emotions of her subjects, and her own life, through her pictures and portraits. Iva saw her work from being a street photographer, evolve to a more journalist documentary style, as she wanted to capture memories since the Russian invasion, for those not to forget and show their suffer to the outside world. In this interview we will discuss...
2023-05-0240 min