Still in Motion

In this episode Kathryn and Jonathan catch up and talk about printing, workflow, and how to make things more efficient

After busy weeks for both Kathryn and Jonathan, they discuss Jonathan's transition in to full freelance work, Kathryn's recent outdoor dance photo shoots, and different options for backing up and safely storing photos / videos. 

Kathryn and Jonathan catch up after a few busy weeks, discuss their new two-camera set-ups, and share some facts about the new iPhone 12 Pro. And, Jonathan shares a big announcement!

In this special episode Jonathan and Kathryn sit down with Jillian Sanders, a freshman dance major at Virginia Commonwealth University and the editor behind the most recent episodes of the podcast! 

From small color modifications and clone stamping to reshaping someone's figure and swapping people from one photo to another, Kathryn and Jonathan dig into the variety of ways Photoshop is used by photographers, and what they are comfortable doing with their own images. 

Jonathan's long-awaited Canon R5 camera arrived just in time for his residency with Orange Grove Dance. Kathryn and Jonathan discuss the camera's performance, settings, and ways it differs from the 5D Mark IV cameras they are used to. 

Kathryn and Johnathan dig into the topic of photo credit: when you need it, when you don't, and why it's important for amateurs and professionals alike. 

Jonathan talks about using a retouch service for the first time, which leads Kathryn and Jonathan into a conversation about outsourcing different parts of their business and how it may affect their branding.

Kathryn and Jonathan chat with Mallory Pettee about the story behind her photography business, Maljpet Photo, and how she balances photography work and her career as a performer in NYC. They dig into the pros and cons of using multiple camera bodies and discuss how they have been staying inspired and creatively active during the Covid closure. 

Kathryn talks about her big move, Jonathan eagerly awaits the arrival of his new gear, and they revisit the topic of shooting outside at sunrise vs. sunset. 

Kathryn shares some really exciting news, Jonathan talks about live streaming performances at work, and they debate on when to raise your ISO vs raising your flash power.

Kathryn and Jonathan talk about the value of a college degree in the arts, Kathryn gives some private lessons and Jonathan orders the new Canon R5!

Jonathan and Kathryn sit down with dance photographer Jaqi Medlock to talk about her experiences as someone who still actively performs with other artists and companies while having a full time photography business focused around dance. And they get a look at Jaqi's new in home studio!

Jonathan shares his new video project, Kathryn is happy to be back at work, and both discuss their needs for having a back-up camera but aren't sure what camera that should be! 

Kathryn and Jonathan talk with videographer, dancer, teacher, and projection designer Lindsay LaPointe. They discuss Lindsay's journey to working at the Bates Dance Festival, her opinions on creating projection that works with, rather than overpowering, choreography, and how she balances the many hats of video work, dance performance, dance teaching, and family. 

Jonathan explains  his high-tech dance teaching set-up, Kathryn learned some new Photoshop tricks, and both discuss their experience with and love for the dance practice Contact Improvisation. 

Kathryn shares some speedlight discoveries, Jonathan gets creative with a jar of water, and both share updates on quarantine life during COVID19. 

We brought our first guest on the podcast! Meet Ellen Maynard, a dancer and videographer based in Brooklyn, and listen as she shares challenges, funny stories, and advice as a freelance artist documenting dance in NYC and beyond.

Kathryn and Jonathan discuss the future of online dance classes post-COVID 19, break down the differences between RAW and JPEG files, and touch base on how NYC and DC are handling self-quarantine. 

Sorry about the delay in getting this out everyone! Kathryn and Jonathan talk about the initial response in the dance community to COVID-19 and how it has been affecting their own communities.

After a busy week of tech for Jonathan and some gear challenges for Kathryn, they reunited in DC for an exciting weekend of dance competitions, performances, photography, sightseeing, and, best of all, a late night podcast recording session! 

Following a busy week of rehearsals and dance competitions for Jonathan and Kathryn's first full week at her new job, they dig into the topic of zoom vs prime lenses and launch a new segment on the podcast called Capture Critique! 

Kathryn and Jonathan share teaching stories, discuss the benefits of getting your flash off camera, and realize "spot metering" doesn't quite work the way they had hoped.  

Kathryn shares white balance challenges from taking photos at the Bates Dance Festival winter intensive, Jonathan recounts some complex performance photo eye-swapping, and both strategize event photography tactics for carrying gear and using on-camera flash. 

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Kathryn reflects on her recent headshot session, Jonathan changes up his camera settings at The Nutcracker, and both question how working multiple jobs in different fields might change the dance economy. 

After a busy Thanksgiving holiday of shooting and editing, Kathryn and Jonathan dive into a complicated topic: how can choreographers better market their work? 

An autobiographical episode where Jonathan and Kathryn go back in time to share their personal journeys to becoming dancers and photographers.

Kathryn and Jonathan are back together for the first time since the Bates Dance Festival! They chat about some exciting recent gigs, Jonathan's new night light, Kathryn's cropping workflow, and the big question: what type of performance is the most challenging to shoot.

Jonathan and Kathryn brainstorm about light challenges, work flow glitches, website settings, and the importance of being paid appropriately for the work you do.