The Visual Storytelling Podcast
By Fred Ranger
The Visual Storytelling PodcastFeb 08, 2023
Inspiration is within you - With Jason Roman (aka @stockezy)
This week on The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the New-York based photographer and filmmaker, Jason Roman, also known online as @stockezy. It took literally year to make this conversation happen, but we finally found some time in our busy schedule to record this insightful conversation.
In this episode, we dive into:
- Jason's unique journey into the world of photography
- His philosophy on capturing moments that tell a story
- His recent collaboration with Leica and why he enjoys the shooting experience on Leica cameras
- The challenges and rewards of street photography
- Techniques for aspiring photographers looking to improve their craft
- Jason's future projects and where he sees his photography evolving
Discover more about Jason's work on his Instagram.
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If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 10,000 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Instagram, Threads and Youtube
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Impact vs Legacy - With Brian Atkins
This week I chatted with Portland-based photographer Brian Atkins.
In this episode, we talked about:
- How he got started in photography
- What inspires him
- His love for Leica cameras
- How he wants to leave a legacy
And more!
You can find out more about Brian on his Instagram
and his website and YouTube channel
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Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear!
If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 10,000 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Threads and Instagram
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Photography Is My Therapy - With Tyson Martin
This week I enjoyed connecting with Tyson Martin, photographer and creator of the Life Of Phys Podcast.
In this episode, we talked about:
- How he got started in photography
- How photography helped him go through tough times in his life
- What inspires him
- Why he started The Life Of Phys Podcast
- A secret (not so secret) announcement about a future collaboration between our two shows
And more!
You can find out more about Tyson on his Instagram
and his excellent podcast: Life Of Phys
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Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear!
If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 9300 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Threads and Instagram
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
The camera as a way to connect with people - Todd Korol
For the first episode of 2024, I had the pleasure of connecting with Todd Korol, an experienced editorial and corporate photographer living and working in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
In this episode, we talked about:
- How he got started in photography
- What tools does he use to tell stories
- How transformative it was to meet William Albert Allard
- How he stays inspired after all those years
And more!
You can find out more about Todd on his website here: https://www.toddkorol.com/
or Instagram here: @toddkorol and his Youtube channel here: YouTube
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Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 9200 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Never Let Fear Stop You - With Photographer Baran Asghari
Wrapping up the year on a high note! 🎉 In our latest episode, I had the privilege of delving deep into the world of visual storytelling with the incredible photographer, Baran Asghari. Our conversation was nothing short of profound, making it one of the most captivating discussions I've had on this podcast. Baran generously shared her personal journey, creative process, and the secrets behind her unique style—a masterclass in leveraging storytelling elements that will undoubtedly ignite inspiration in our listeners, myself included! Explore more of Baran's captivating work on Instagram: @clickwhenwordsfail, dive into her creative universe at clickwhenwordsfail.com, and discover her fascinating Vogue profile. But that's not all! I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all you amazing listeners. Thanks to your support, this year has been the most successful one for the podcast. 🙌 As we bid farewell to 2023, I'll be taking a short hiatus for a photo expedition to the enchanting Sayulita, Mexico. But fear not! I'll return in a few weeks with even more engaging episodes, stories, and inspiring guests. Here's to a creative and successful 2024 ahead for each and every one of you. Cheers to new adventures and endless possibilities! Warm regards, Fred 📷🎙️ //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 10 000 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger Let's connect: Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com Social: @fredranger on Threads, Instagram, Youtube and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
A Passionate Conversation About Photography with Andy Eclov, Matt Day, Reid Haithcock and Steven Clouse
Trying something new this week. The idea to regroup 5 passionate documentary photographers with different backgrounds and record our conversation came from friend and photographer Andy Eclov. The result? Well, if you enjoyed listening to it as much as we enjoyed recording it, this will be a new series on the Podcast! So let us know through a review, an email or via a poll on Spotify so we know you want more conversations like this one.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- How a simple choice of lens can impact your photography style
- The camera we use to tell our stories and why
- How to start and complete a long projects
- The challenges and benefits of printing a book or a zine
And more!
Follow the guests and hosts on Insta:
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Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear!
If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 9 000 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest Blurb Staff Pick photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Film inspires me to see the world in a different way - Kyle McDougall
In this new episode, we talked about:
How he got started in photography
What tools does he use to tell stories
The process of printing a book
Long term projects
What's next for him
And more!
You can find out more about Kyle's on his website here: kmcdougall.com
or Instagram here: @kyle__mcdougall and his Youtube channel here
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Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 9000 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Color, Contrast and Moment - With Photographer and Visual Artist Ulysses Aoki
This week, I had a great conversation with Tokyo-based photographer and visual artist, Ulysses Aoki.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- How he got started in photography
- What tools does he use to tell stories
- AI in photography
- What and who inspires him
- What projects he's currently working on
And more!
You can find out more about Ulysses on his website here: https://ulysses-aoki.com/
or Instagram here: @ulysses_aoki and his Youtube channel here: YouTube
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Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8600 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
What you're the happiest shooting will become your best work - With Photographer Devin De Leon
This week, I enjoyed chatting with San Antonio photographer, Devin De Leon.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- How he got started in photography
- How finding what you're the happiest shooting will become your best work
- Why he chooses the Leica system as his primary tool to tell stories
- What fuels his passion for portrait photography
- The San Antonio Photographers community
- Who inspires him
And more!
You can find out more about Devin on his website here: https://www.devindeleonphoto.com/
or Instagram here: @devindeleonphoto
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Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8600 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Street photography driven by a passion for people - With Photographer Octavian Carare
This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Brussels-based photographer, Octavian Carare.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- How he got started in photography
- His use of black and white
- Why he chooses the Leica Q system as his main tool to tell stories
- What fuels his passion for street photography
- How sharing his journey on Youtube has brought him value
- Who inspires him
And more!
You can find out more about Octavian on his website here: octavianstreet.com
or Instagram here: @octaviancarare
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Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8600 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Capturing Colourful and Quiet Scenes on Film - With Photographer Kate Anderson
In this week's show, I have a great conversation with New York-based film photographer Kate Anderson this week.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- How she got started in Photography
- Why she prefers shooting film over digital
- What camera she uses and how she chooses between 120 and 35mm
- What makes her stop for a photo on the streets or when she travels
- What and who inspires her to keep shooting
And more!
You can find out more about Kate here: kviiifilm.com
or Instagram here: @kviii_film
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- Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
- If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8600 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
- My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
- Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
- You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
- Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
- Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
- and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
I Want to Say Something With Photography - With Photographer and Co-founder of The RAW Society, Jorge Delgado-Ureña
This week, I chatted with photographer and Co-founder of The RAW Society, Jorge Delgado-Ureña.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- How he got started in Photography
- How he transitioned from documenting graffiti art to graphic design to travel/street photography today
- How he co-founded The RAW Society community
- What makes a good image
- His preferred travel kit
- His inspiration from masters, local photographers, and other artists
And more!
You can find out more about Jorge on Substack here: jorgedelgadourena.substack.com
or Instagram here: @jorgedelgadophoto
The RAW Society Community: therawsociety.org/the-raw-society
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- Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
- If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8500 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
- My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
- Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
- You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
- Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
- Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
- and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Composition, lightning, framing and emotion = magic - With Photographer Hunter Hart
This week, I enjoyed chatting with Nashville-based photographer, Hunter Hart.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- What brought him to Photography
- His use of black and white
- How he uses his OCD and ADHD as an advantage
- What makes a good image
- Working and running a photo business with his wife
- His inspiration
And more!
You can find out more about Hunter on his website here: hehunterhart.com
or Instagram here: @hunterhartphoto
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- Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
- If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8500 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
- My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
- Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
- You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
- Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
- Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
- and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
You Just Have To Go Out And Shoot! - With Photographer Dotan Saguy
This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with L.A.-based photographer and instructor, Dotan Saguy.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- What brought him from the corporate tech world to Photography
- His use of black and white
- Why he chooses the Leica M system as his main tool to tell stories
- His post-processing process
- How he went about publishing books
- What tips he has for young aspiring photographers
And more!
You can find out more about Dotan on his website here: dotansaguy.com
or Instagram here: @dotansaguy
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- Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
- If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8500 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
- My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
- Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
- You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
- Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
- Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
- and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
I like to "Feel" the Colours - With Photographer Dan Baker
This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with super-talented UK-based photographer, Dan Baker who lives and photographs at the seaside.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- What brought him to Photography in the first place
- How the seaside helped shape the photographer he is today
- Why he chooses the Leica M11 as his main tool to tell stories
- His post-processing process
- What and who inspires him
- What's projects he's currently working on
And more!
You can find out more about Dan on his website here: danbaker.me
or Instagram here: @danbaker
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- Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
- If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
- My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
- Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
- You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
- Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
- Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
- and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Always Trust What You Are Driven by Naturally - With Photographer & YouTuber Matt Day
This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Chillicothe, Ohio photographer, Youtuber, and all-around great guy, the one and only Matt Day.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- What brought him to Photography in the first place
- How living in a small town has helped shape the photographer he is today
- How photography helped her deal with depression
- Why he chooses the Leica M11 monochrome as his main tool to tell stories
- his process of documenting everyday life
- How Youtube change his Life
- The reason why he likes shooting film
- What inspires him
- What's projects he's currently working on
And more!
You can find out more about Matt on his website here: mattdayphoto.com
or Instagram here: @mattdayphoto
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- Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
- If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
- My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
- Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
- You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
- Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
- Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
- and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Using Self-Portraits to Express Yourself and Deal with Depression - With photographer Henriette Sagfjord
This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Oslo, Norway photographer, Henriette Sagfjord.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- How she discovered her passion for Photography at an early age
- Her passion and appreciation for dark and moody visual storytelling
- How the surrealism movement helped her shape her style
- How photography helped her deal with depression
- Why she chooses the Leica Q2 and SL system
- How she does her unique self-portraits in nature
- What's next for her
And more!
You can find out more about Henriette on his website here: www.henriettesagfjord.com
or Instagram here: @henriettesagfjord
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- Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
- If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
- My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
- Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
- You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
- Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
- Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
- and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Storytelling is about connecting people with moments of history - With Photographer Cheriss May
In this new episode, we talked about:
How a layoff helped her transition from graphic design to full-time Photography
Her passion and appreciation for visual storytelling
How she got to photograph the President at the white house and on the road
Why she chooses the Leica system for her pro and personal work
Who inspires her
What's next for her
And more!
You can find out more about Cheriss on her website here: cherissmay.com
or Instagram here: @cherissmay
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Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
The power of Having Long Term Projects - With Photographer Payman Hazheer
In this new episode, we talked about:
How he got started in the Photography
His passion for street photography
His use of black and white
Why he chooses the Leica Monochrome as his daily driver
Who inspires him on a daily basis
What's next for him
And more!
You can find out more about Payman on his website here: www.paymannen.com
or Instagram here: @paymanmen
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Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear!
If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger
My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators
You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
Let's connect:
Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Start From an Emotion - With Photographer Chris Facey (aka coco.butter.shutter)
This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with photographer Chris Facey
In this new episode, we talked about:
- How he got started in the Photography
- His passion for street photography
- How photographing protests helped him become a better photographer
- Who inspires him on a daily basis
- Tips for young photographers
- What's next for him
And more!
You can find out more about Chris on Instagram here: @coco.butter.shutter ////
Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger . Let's connect: Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Connecting a Passion with a Market Opportunity - With Photographer and Clever Supply Co. Founder, Todd Balsley
This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with photographer and Clever Supply Co. Founder, Todd Balsley.
In this new episode, we talked about:
- How got started in the Photography business
- How a simple gifted little leather key clip led to him starting a leather good company
- The importance of aligning your passion with work
- Who inspires him today
- Tip for young photographers and entrepreneurs
- What's next for him and his company
And more!
You can find out more about Todd's exceptionally well-built hand-crafted camera straps and bags here: https://cleversupply.co
He's also on Instagram here: @cleversupplyco ////
Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger . Let's connect: Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Telling better stories vs taking single pretty images - With Photographer Lukas Vanderlende
Lines tell stories - With Director, DOP and Photographer Lucas Rupnik
In this new episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with my friend Director, DOP, and Photographer Lucas Rupnik.
We talked about:
- How got started in Photography
- How he draws inspiration from movies
- What is it like to be a full-time Director
- What makes a great image
- The role of storytelling in his photography and filmmaking
And more!
You can find out more about Lucas's work and his books on his website here on his Instagram: @lucasrupnik or here: https://linktr.ee/lrupnik
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The importance of having a tight community you can share ideas with - With photographer Andy Eclov
In this inspiring episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with editorial and documentary photographer Andy Eclov.
We talked about:
- How skateboarding and music kickstarted his love for photography
- How long-term personal projects fuel his passion
- Why he uses a Leica camera as his main personal projects tool
- How he published photography books
- The importance of having a tight community you can share ideas with
- What's next for him
And more!
You can find out more about Andy's work and his books on his website here www.andyeclovphoto.com and on his Instagram: @plasticbath
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My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
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You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
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Email: visualstorytellingpodcast @ fredranger.com
Social: @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram Vero & Grainery
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
The Necessity of Prototyping Your Life - With Wired Magazine Co-Founder, Photographer and NY Times Best Selling Author Kevin Kelly
In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with With Wired Magazine Co-Founder, Photographer, and NY Times Best Selling Author Kevin Kelly.
We talked about:
- How traveling to 35 Asian countries has fueled his desire to capture and document stories
- What keeps inspired
- His photo book Vanishing Asia
- How artists can take advantage of AI and how it's changing the Photography industry
- Tips on how to live a meaningful life
And more!
To buy his beautiful photography book Vanishing Asia: https://amzn.to/3JZGrFp
Or the upcoming book Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I'd Known Earlier: https://amzn.to/3JzsuN2
To learn more about Kevin and his work, visit kk.org or see his daily AI-generated images on Twitter: @kevin2kelly
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A good photograph is one that talks to my heart - With Photographer and photography Festival Founder Stephanne Kossmann
You can find more about Stephane's work and the events he organizes here:
www.stephanekossmann.com
www.stephanekossmann.photo
www.lesnuitsdepierrevert.com
Instagram : @stephanekossmannphotographer
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My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger
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Let's connect via:
Email: hello @ fredranger.com
Socials: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram and Vero
Web: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Your Work Will Shine if You Shoot What You Are Most Passionate About - With Photographer and Educator Valérie Jardin
I had the pleasure of chatting with French photographer, author, and educator Valérie Jardin.
In this episode, we talked about:
- What is her biggest learning from 10 years of teaching workshops
- What keeps her inspired day after day
- Tips for young photographers
- AI in Photography
- How limitations can boost your creativity
And more!
To learn more about Valérie and her work, visit valeriejardinphotography.com or Instagram @valeriejardin
*The audio isn't as good as usual on this episode due to tech issues, but it will be back to normal for the next ones I promise :-)
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Community IS the Recipe - With Ritchie Roesch (Fuji X Weekly & RitchieCam Founder)
I had the pleasure of chatting with Ritchie Roesch, Fuji x Weekly & RitchieCam Founder.
In this episode, we talked about:
- His start in photography
- What motivated him to start the Fuji X Weekly site
- The power of the Community
- What Fujifilm Cameras he prefers
- What he likes to shoot
- AI in Photography
- What's next for the platforms he created
And more!
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Photography Is About Emotional Connection - With Photographer Jean-Marie Detcher
I had the pleasure of chatting with very talented New Hampshire-based women photographer Jean-Marie Detcher.
In this inspiring episode, we talked about:
- Her start in photography
- What motivates her to pick up a camera and shoot consistently
- What makes a good image
- Why she uses Leica as her main system
- Why being a woman in photography isn't always easy
- Where she gets inspiration and her favorite photographers
And more!
You can find out more about Jean-Marie's work on Instagram: @detcherphotography and @jm.streetphotography on Vero: jmstreetphotography and on the web at www.detcherphotography.com
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Embrace Whatever Makes You, YOU - With Photographer John Hendrick
In this episode, I chat with San Antonio based Photographer and friend, John Hendrick. John is a very talented artist with such a unique story to tell.
We talked about:
• How he got started in photography
• How his unique background helped shape the photographer he is today
• How to get out of a creative rut
• How social media can be a double-edged sword
• The gear he uses to tell his stories
• What gets him excited and what are his next projects
And more!
You can find John's work on his website here: https://www.johnhendrick.com and his Instagram feed here: @jhendrick_photo and on Vero here: @jhendrick_photo
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Develop Your Own Creative Voice and Put In The Work! - With Phil Penman
In this episode, I chat with one of my favorite photographers: the inspirational Phil Penman. Phil is a UK-born, NY-based photographer who has documented the rapid flux of New York City's streets for over 25 years. He is also a passionate photography teacher and has been identified as one of the "52 Most Influential Street Photographers" alongside industry legends, Henri Cartier-Bresson and Sebastião Salgado.
We talked about:
- How he got started in photography
- How he went from being a celebrity photographer (and hated it) to a street photographer (and loving it)
- How success can't be an overnight thing
- How to play the Social media algorithm game
- What made him choose Leica as a creative tool
- What gets him excited and what are his next projects
And more!
You can find Phil's work on his website here: philpenman.com and his beautiful Instagram feed here: @philpenman
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When you are so passionate about Street Photography, you start a magazine and podcast about it! - With Bob Patterson, Publisher of Street Photography Magazine
In this episode, I chat with Bob Patterson, Founder, and Publisher of Street Photography Magazine and podcast.
We talked about:
- How he got started with photography
- Why he created the Street Photography Magazine
- How a magazine helps you slow down in a world of fast-paced media consumption
- How he ended up shooting with Leica cameras (and Fujifilm)
- What makes a great image
- What's next for the great community he built
And more!
Find The Street Photography Magazine here: streetphotographymagazine.com and Bob's excellent podcast here: streetphotographymagazine.com/category/podcast/ and Bob'instagram here: @rbpatt.
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My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
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Let's connect:
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and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
How passion can drive a movement - With Ricky Huerta from the Leica Street Photography Collective
In this episode, I chat with Ricky Huerta (Aka Ricky Chan) the founder of the Leica Street Photography Collective and podcast and an all-around great photographer.
We talked about:
- How he got started in street photography
- Why created the LSPC and podcast communities
- Why does he prefer to shoot black and white
- What makes a great image
- The importance of connecting with stories and moments through photography
- the benefits of shooting for yourself and not for social media
And more!
Find Ricky on Instagram here: @xx_ixvi_xx and his podcast here: Leica Street Photography Collective
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My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine
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Let's connect:
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@fredranger on Twitter and Instagram
and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Is Social Media Wasting Our Creativity?
In this episode, I talk about how social media can be harmful to creators if it's your only source of inspiration and I offer alternatives.
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See some of my latest book recommendations on my Youtube channel here: youtube.com/fredranger
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Photography as Therapy?
In this episode, I talk about how photography can be therapy for a lot of us creative people.
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Why I ALWAYS have a camera with me
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In this episode, I talk about why I ALWAYS carry one of my cameras with me and how it helps me stay saine and creative.
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The Rodecaster Pro - The best tool for podcast creators?
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How Slowing Down Your Photography Can Change Your Creative Life
How to Fuel Your Passion, Interview with Tomash, founder and Chief Curator of Fujilove and Frames Magazine
Staying Creative In These Unprecedented Times?
Say Safe, Stay Healthy! 🤘🏻
What Makes A Good Image?
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Interview with Jeff Harmon (aka Photo Taco)
Can a camera inspire you to shoot more?
