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Photography, Digital Art & Inspiration: Gary McIntyre Talks Shop

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Gary McIntyre, photographer and digital artist, joined me for a live broadcast, and this is the recording of our chat. We talked about how he creates such compelling composite images and how he goes about capturing his stunning landscape photographs. Gary very much believes in sharing knowledge, because as he puts it, ultimately it helps us all, and that's very much the spirit in which he talks through his work and the way he approaches it.

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Black and white photo of a snow-dusted mountain peak under a dramatic sky
Green mountain valley with a winding road and river under scattered clouds
Digital artwork of a woman with a braid and a pistol amid flying debris and ruined buildings
Digital artwork of a white-haired figure with a staff standing on a cliff edge under a fiery sky
Digital artwork of a red-haired warrior woman in armour with a flowing red cape and a raven
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Portraits, Passion and Process: an honest chat with Photographer Hannah Couzens

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I had an honest chat with photographer Hannah Couzens, a Profoto and Sony Ambassador, during this live broadcast, and this is the recording. We talked about her process for taking portraits, how she approaches lighting and how she gets the very best out of a portrait session. Hannah also shared some of the challenges that come with being a modern-day studio photographer, which made for a really open and useful conversation.

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Portrait of a short-haired man in a dark shirt with a serious expression against a dark backdrop
Black and white portrait of a woman with long wavy blonde hair against a dark background
Portrait of a woman with long brown hair in a floral dress among wheat under a blue sky
Low-key portrait of a man in a flat cap and three-piece suit seated beside a lantern
Woman in white lying back in still water with her face and reflection visible
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The Photographer’s Guide to Lifelong Learning and Creative Growth | Marco Ter Beek

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In this live broadcast recording I chat with professional photographer Marco Ter Beek about lifelong learning and creative growth. We discussed why it's so important to keep being a student if you want to grow, how that helps you find inspiration and stay creative, and how it ultimately leads to creating work you can be proud of. It's a conversation about the mindset behind the photographs as much as the photographs themselves.

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Portrait of a woman with long dark hair in a white strapless top, looking over her shoulder
Portrait of a man with a grey beard in a grey beanie and black roll neck against a dark background
Boxer in red standing in a boxing ring under bright arena lights, seen from behind
Woman seen from behind in a draped white skirt with a bare back, in a dark room
Grey Land Rover Defender driving along a country road with motion-blurred trees
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The Essential Skills and Attitude for a Successful Photography Business with Pye Jirsa

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This is the recording of a live broadcast where I chat with Pye Jirsa, photographer, director, educator and founder of SLR Lounge. Pye's widely known for his captivating wedding photography, but here we talk about his business advice and mentoring: building a solid foundation for a photography business, how to deal with clients, self-worth, dealing with negativity and a whole lot more. If you're running a photography business, or thinking about starting one, there's plenty of practical advice here on both the skills and the attitude it takes.

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Couple embracing on the crest of a sand dune at sunset, the woman's red dress blowing in the wind
Black and white photo of a couple embracing in an arched colonnade as blurred people pass by
Couple embracing at a city crossroads as a blurred bus streaks past between tall buildings
Tiny couple in red and black standing on a vast reflective salt flat with distant mountains
Groom in a gold sherwani and red turban holding a sword in dramatic angled light
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The POWER of PHOTOGRAPHY and Personal Projects | Ron Timehin

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This is the recording of a live broadcast where I chat with London-based photographer and director Ron Timehin. We get into not only how he does what he does, but also the power of personal projects and what it's like working with big brands and well-known public figures. It's a conversation about the power of photography itself, and there's a lot in here for anyone thinking about starting a personal project of their own.

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Stack of black and white photo books, the top one open
Two people walking along a foggy street towards a Gothic clock tower and grand buildings
City skyline of glass towers bathed in golden sunset light
Black and white profile portrait of a young man with an afro looking upwards
Family group of adults and children in colourful clothes standing in a street lined with white townhouses
Portrait of a man in a striped shirt and a seated girl in blue in a room with a patterned rug
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The INCREDIBLE ADVENTURES of a Travel Photographer | Kristof Göttling

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This is the recording of a live broadcast where I chat with travel photographer Kristof Göttling about his experiences and the lessons he's learned while travelling the world with his camera. We also hear about a chance meeting that resulted in his work being published by National Geographic, which is quite a story in itself. If you love travel photography, or you've ever wondered how a single encounter can open a door like that, there's plenty here to enjoy.

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Tall waterfall plunging into a deep green moss-covered gorge
Castle on a hilltop rising above dark blue mist and forest
Close-up of a brightly patterned red and blue lizard on a branch
Silhouette of a castle with turrets against a huge setting sun and an orange sky
Layers of hazy mountain ridges in warm brown and orange tones
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SOCIAL MEDIA for Photographers and The HEALING POWER of PHOTOGRAPHY | Hugo Korhonen

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This is the recording of a live broadcast where I chat with photographer and creator Hugo Korhonen about how photography has had a positive impact on his life, and how, through the healing power of self-expression, he captures stunning photographs of nature. Hugo also shares his tips for photographing the Northern Lights, plus his view on social media for photographers, concentrating specifically on Instagram, which in his own words is different to many others.

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Green northern lights swirling over a snowy landscape at night
Frozen river winding through snow-covered pine trees under a pink twilight sky
Lone figure in a snowstorm beside a snow-covered tree in a white landscape
Waves washing onto a beach below cliffs with a red suspension bridge in the distance
Person standing on a rocky clifftop overlooking a fjord as the sun sets
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Becoming a Fine Art Photographer and Master of Monochrome | Vincent Versace

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This is the recording of a live broadcast where I chat with fine art photographer Vincent Versace, a Nikon Ambassador and recipient of the Computerworld Smithsonian Award in Media Arts and Entertainment. Vincent is a master of monochrome, and we talk about life as a photographer, finding your own style, the art of post-production and more. There's a lot here for anyone interested in fine art photography or black and white work.

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Black and white low-key portrait of an older man in glasses against a black background
Black and white photo of an iron lattice tower fading into fog above rooftops
Close-up of a pink and white calla lily against a dark green background
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Turning IMAGINATION into REALITY with Photography and Photoshop | Dracorubio

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This is the recording of a live broadcast where I chat with photographer and digital artist Roderique Arisiaman, better known as Dracorubio. We talk about his photography, where his ideas and inspiration come from and his retouching process for turning what's in his imagination into a final image. If you're interested in how a concept becomes a finished picture through photography and Photoshop, this is a great look behind the scenes of his work.

links mentioned in the video:

Roderique’s Website: www.dracurobio.com

Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/dracorubio

Instagram: @roderique_arisiaman

 
Theatrical portrait of a bald man in a ruffled collar and dark glasses amid glowing yellow smoke
Woman in a harness holding a mask up to her face against a soft teal background
Mocro Maffia Het Laatste Seizoen poster, 20.09.24, with figures in a dark teal scene
Hairless sphynx cat glowing in warm light against a dusky pink background
Small figure walking through a misty forest glowing deep red and orange
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From CANCER SURVIVOR to CONSERVATIONIST - A Photographer on a Mission | Imelda Bell

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This is the recording of a live broadcast where I chat with photography powerhouse Imelda Bell about surviving cancer and how her photography helped bring hope to many others through her Surviving the Monster portraits project. We also talk about her life mission as a conservationist, and how her photography and writing skills are helping raise awareness and make a difference. It's an inspiring conversation about what photography can do when there's a real purpose behind it.

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Black and white portrait of a bald woman in a dark top against a textured backdrop
Black and white portrait of a topless woman with a mastectomy scar, hand resting at her chin
Black and white portrait of a shirtless man with scars on his chest, hands on his hips

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