web02.fireside.fm Sun, 12 Apr 2026 03:56:52 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) PhotoActive - Episodes Tagged with “Book” https://photoactive.fireside.fm/tags/book Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0800 Jeff Carlson and Kirk McElhearn discuss photography and the Apple ecosystem. We cover using an iPhone or any other camera with Apple hardware and software, and we welcome photographers to discuss their work. en-us episodic A podcast about photography and the Apple ecosystem. Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn Jeff Carlson and Kirk McElhearn discuss photography and the Apple ecosystem. We cover using an iPhone or any other camera with Apple hardware and software, and we welcome photographers to discuss their work. no photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn kirk@mcelhearn.com Episode 180: David Young’s Brief History of Photography https://photoactive.fireside.fm/180 d4c505c1-22cd-4017-9f29-0bb3f012c24e Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0800 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 180 David Young’s Brief History of Photography full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn On this week’s episode we welcome David Young, photographer and author of the new book _A Brief History of Photography: From the Very Beginning to the Age of Digital_. It may feel like photography is only a little more than a hundred years old, but the principles of the art, from lens design to chemistry, have been around for centuries. We had a great conversation about things that surprised David while researching the book, the long obsession with ultra-wide apertures, and more. 33:25 no On this week’s episode we welcome David Young, photographer and author of the new book A Brief History of Photography: From the Very Beginning to the Age of Digital. It may feel like photography is only a little more than a hundred years old, but the principles of the art, from lens design to chemistry, have been around for centuries. We had a great conversation about things that surprised David while researching the book, the long obsession with ultra-wide apertures, and more. Author photo courtesy of Alex Hurst (Ireland). 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]]> On this week’s episode we welcome David Young, photographer and author of the new book A Brief History of Photography: From the Very Beginning to the Age of Digital. It may feel like photography is only a little more than a hundred years old, but the principles of the art, from lens design to chemistry, have been around for centuries. We had a great conversation about things that surprised David while researching the book, the long obsession with ultra-wide apertures, and more.

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]]> Episode 109: Joe McNally Is The Real Deal https://photoactive.fireside.fm/109 f8fbeb73-87b8-49ce-9ae8-a17290f8bc7b Fri, 21 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0800 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 109 Joe McNally Is The Real Deal full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn Joe McNally, who humbly refers to himself as a “working photographer,” has shot everything from high-concept editorial to the Olympic games, and established a reputation as one of the most generous photographers in the business. We talked with Joe about his dogged start on the streets of 1970s New York City and how he’s built his career, which he chronicles in his new book, The Real Deal: Field Notes from the Life of a Working Photographer. 32:15 no Joe McNally, who humbly refers to himself as a “working photographer,” has shot everything from high-concept editorial to the Olympic games, and established a reputation as one of the most generous photographers in the business. We talked with Joe about his dogged start on the streets of 1970s New York City and how he’s built his career, which he chronicles in his new book, The Real Deal: Field Notes from the Life of a Working Photographer (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/the-real-deal/ref/251/?campaign=pcom). Guest: Joe McNally (website (https://joemcnally.com/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/joemcnallyphoto/)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-109-mcnally)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Real Deal: Field Notes from the Life of a Working Photographer (https://rockynook.com/shop/photography/the-real-deal/ref/251/?campaign=pa), by Joe McNally Faces of Ground Zero photos (https://www.facesofgroundzero.com/) Faces of Ground Zero project (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faces_of_Ground_Zero), Wikipedia Our Snapshots: Jeff: Apple Magic Keyboard (https://www.apple.com/ipad-keyboards/) Kirk: Apple MagSafe Battery Pack (https://leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/m/m11-black) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, joe mcnally, rocky nook, the real deal, mcnally, book, photo book, interview, guest Joe McNally, who humbly refers to himself as a “working photographer,” has shot everything from high-concept editorial to the Olympic games, and established a reputation as one of the most generous photographers in the business. We talked with Joe about his dogged start on the streets of 1970s New York City and how he’s built his career, which he chronicles in his new book, The Real Deal: Field Notes from the Life of a Working Photographer.

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]]> Joe McNally, who humbly refers to himself as a “working photographer,” has shot everything from high-concept editorial to the Olympic games, and established a reputation as one of the most generous photographers in the business. We talked with Joe about his dogged start on the streets of 1970s New York City and how he’s built his career, which he chronicles in his new book, The Real Deal: Field Notes from the Life of a Working Photographer.

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]]> Episode 101: Practicing Photography with Ben Long https://photoactive.fireside.fm/101 b119562e-fc7c-4e72-b8d8-788ebceace56 Fri, 17 Sep 2021 00:15:00 -0700 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 101 Practicing Photography with Ben Long full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn What does it mean to really practice your craft? In this episode we welcome photographer and educator Ben Long back to PhotoActive to talk about his wonderful new book _The Practicing Photographer: Essays on Developing Your Photographic Practice_. We talk about why practice involves more than grabbing your camera every once in a while, about getting out of creative ruts, and the value of studying other photographers’ works. 42:06 no What does it mean to really practice your craft? In this episode we welcome back photographer and educator Ben Long to PhotoActive to talk about his wonderful new book The Practicing Photographer: Essays on Developing Your Photographic Practice. We talk about why practice involves more than grabbing your camera every once in a while, about getting out of creative ruts, and the value of studying other photographers’ works. Guest: Ben Long (Complete Digital Photography (https://completedigitalphotography.com/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/benlong100/)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-101-ben-long)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) The Practicing Photographer: Essays on Developing Your Photographic Practice (https://completedigitalphotography.com/the-practicing-photographer/), by Ben Long Insta Repeat (https://www.instagram.com/insta_repeat/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Spigen S350 Apple Watch Stand (https://amzn.to/3tOHK01) Kirk: Ingmar Bergman’s Cinema (https://amzn.to/3luU7e1) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, ben long, practicing photographer, complete digital photography, book, inspiration, practice What does it mean to really practice your craft? In this episode we welcome back photographer and educator Ben Long to PhotoActive to talk about his wonderful new book The Practicing Photographer: Essays on Developing Your Photographic Practice. We talk about why practice involves more than grabbing your camera every once in a while, about getting out of creative ruts, and the value of studying other photographers’ works.

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]]> What does it mean to really practice your craft? In this episode we welcome back photographer and educator Ben Long to PhotoActive to talk about his wonderful new book The Practicing Photographer: Essays on Developing Your Photographic Practice. We talk about why practice involves more than grabbing your camera every once in a while, about getting out of creative ruts, and the value of studying other photographers’ works.

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]]> Episode 78: Everyday Photo Retouching https://photoactive.fireside.fm/78 263cc447-6e7c-4278-848e-3634c11bd58d Fri, 09 Oct 2020 14:00:00 -0700 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 78 Everyday Photo Retouching full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn You may think of “retouching” as a high-end photo skill for professionals—and it is—but there are also many types of retouching that every photographer will run into. In this episode, Jeff covers many of the techniques he uses, from removing dust spots in clear skies to erasing unwanted objects from photos, as well as portrait retouching that’s accessible to anyone. This is an extra-long episode with lots of example images, so don’t forget you can view the photos in some podcast players (like Apple Podcasts or Overcast), and of course you can also view them at PhotoActive.co. 48:36 no You may think of “retouching” as a high-end photo skill for professionals—and it is—but there are also many types of retouching that every photographer will run into. In this episode, Jeff covers many of the techniques he uses, from removing dust spots in clear skies to erasing unwanted objects from photos, as well as portrait retouching that’s accessible to anyone. This is an extra-long episode with lots of example images, so don’t forget you can view the photos in some podcast players (like Apple Podcasts or Overcast), and of course you can also view them at PhotoActive.co. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Subscribe to the PhotoActive Instagram account (http://instagram.com/photoactive_podcast/) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-78-retouch)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Adobe Lightroom (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html) Luminar 4 (https://skylum.com/luminar) Pixelmator Pro (https://www.pixelmator.com/pro/) Adobe Photoshop (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop.html) Adobe Photoshop Elements (https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-elements.html) Our Snapshots: Jeff: Share Apple Watch Photos Face (https://support.apple.com/guide/watch/share-apple-watch-faces-apdb3107c16a/watchos) Kirk: Ted Lasso (https://tv.apple.com/us/show/ted-lasso/umc.cmc.vtoh0mn0xn7t3c643xqonfzy) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes/Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. Disclosure: Sometimes we use affiliate links for products, in which we receive small commissions to help support PhotoActive. photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, book, instruction, guide, photo guide, retouching, retouch You may think of “retouching” as a high-end photo skill for professionals—and it is—but there are also many types of retouching that every photographer will run into. In this episode, Jeff covers many of the techniques he uses, from removing dust spots in clear skies to erasing unwanted objects from photos, as well as portrait retouching that’s accessible to anyone. This is an extra-long episode with lots of example images, so don’t forget you can view the photos in some podcast players (like Apple Podcasts or Overcast), and of course you can also view them at PhotoActive.co.

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]]> You may think of “retouching” as a high-end photo skill for professionals—and it is—but there are also many types of retouching that every photographer will run into. In this episode, Jeff covers many of the techniques he uses, from removing dust spots in clear skies to erasing unwanted objects from photos, as well as portrait retouching that’s accessible to anyone. This is an extra-long episode with lots of example images, so don’t forget you can view the photos in some podcast players (like Apple Podcasts or Overcast), and of course you can also view them at PhotoActive.co.

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]]> Episode 52: iPhones 11 and Semantic Rendering https://photoactive.fireside.fm/52 e50f735d-72b1-4066-bdcb-ba6ca6c89669 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 00:30:00 -0700 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 52 iPhones 11 and Semantic Rendering full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn Kirk and Jeff both bought the latest models of Apple’s digital camera - sorry, we mean the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro. Does adding a third camera make a difference? Is the ultra-wide camera just a gimmick? And what is “semantic rendering” anyway? We explain why nothing is really real, and yet these might be the best-looking photos people create. 35:20 no Kirk and Jeff both bought the latest models of Apple’s digital camera - sorry, we mean the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro. Does adding a third camera make a difference? Is the ultra-wide camera just a gimmick? And what is “semantic rendering” anyway? We explain why nothing is really real, and yet these might be the best-looking photos people create. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-52-iphone11)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Nilay Patel’s iPhone 11 review in The Verge (https://www.theverge.com/2019/9/17/20868727/apple-iphone-11-pro-max-review-camera-battery-life-screen-midnight-green-price) iPhone 11 Pro Preview: The Camera Hardware Changes (https://blog.halide.cam/iphone-11-pro-preview-the-camera-hardware-changes-16a543b77c24), Halide Episode #21 - HDR (High Dynamic Range) Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-21-hdr) Episode #28 - Low-Light Photography (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-28-low-light) The ultra-wide camera in the iPhone 11 models is fixed-focus, doesn't support Raw capture (https://www.dpreview.com/news/6137710561/the-ultra-wide-camera-in-the-iphone-11-models-is-fixed-focus-doesn-t-support-raw-capture), DPReview Todd Hido: Homes at Night (http://www.toddhido.com/homes.html) Todd Hido: House Hunting (https://www.nazraeli.com/complete-catalogue/todd-hido-house-hunting-regular-edition), Nazraeli site Our Snapshots: Jeff: Anker Wireless Charger, PowerPort Wireless 5 Stand (https://amzn.to/2lfdrRe) Kirk: Todd Hido: House Hunting (https://amzn.to/2lepRsV) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, book, instruction, guide, photo guide, iPhone11, iPhone11 Pro, ultrawide camera Kirk and Jeff both bought the latest models of Apple’s digital camera - sorry, we mean the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro. Does adding a third camera make a difference? Is the ultra-wide camera just a gimmick? And what is “semantic rendering” anyway? We explain why nothing is really real, and yet these might be the best-looking photos people create.

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]]> Episode 48: Adventures with Dan Bailey https://photoactive.fireside.fm/48 22a886b1-1b89-4dce-87dc-8bad4fc75de0 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 12:45:00 -0700 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 48 Adventures with Dan Bailey full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn Photographer Dan Bailey is our guest this week to talk about his book _FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited: Mastering Techniques and Maximizing Creativity with Your FUJIFILM Camera_—though we’re not focusing on Fujifilm cameras. We’re more interested in questions such as how many of your camera’s features you should understand, whether technical details really matter, and how Dan became a pro photographer and expert in the first place. 41:50 no Photographer Dan Bailey is our guest this week to talk about his book FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited: Mastering Techniques and Maximizing Creativity with Your FUJIFILM Camera—though we’re not focusing on Fujifilm cameras. We’re more interested in questions such as how many of your camera’s features you should understand, whether technical details really matter, and how Dan became a pro photographer and expert in the first place. Guest: Dan Bailey: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/danbaileyphoto/), website (https://danbaileyphoto.com) FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited: Mastering Techniques and Maximizing Creativity with Your FUJIFILM Camera (https://amzn.to/2YC23g5) Giveaway: We’re giving away a copy of Dan’s book, FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited: Mastering Techniques and Maximizing Creativity with Your FUJIFILM Camera, to two PhotoActive listeners! To be eligible, simply subscribe to our newsletter that we use to announce new episodes: the form is at the bottom of every PhotoActive page (https://photoactive.co/). If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-48-dan-bailey)) Glazer’s Camera (http://glazerscamera.com) in Seattle Far Side: Devil cartoon Fuji X-Forum (https://www.fujix-forum.com/forums/) Galen Rowell, Mountain Light Photography (http://mountainlight.com) Michael Kenna Rouge (https://monovisions.com/michael-kenna-rouge/) gallery Joseph O. Holmes “Custom Machinery (https://www.josephholmes.io/Completed-or-Exhibited-Series/Custom-Machinery-(2009))” Joel Meyerowitz Empire State (https://www.joelmeyerowitz.com/empire-state) photos Our Snapshots: Jeff: Replacement lens caps: 39mm (https://amzn.to/2YLaeaP), 67mm (https://amzn.to/2JsZdFO) Kirk: Rouge (https://amzn.to/2LQZhAZ), by Michael Kenna Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, book, instruction, guide, photo guide, interview, dan bailey, fujifilm, rocky nook Photographer Dan Bailey is our guest this week to talk about his book FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited: Mastering Techniques and Maximizing Creativity with Your FUJIFILM Camera—though we’re not focusing on Fujifilm cameras. We’re more interested in questions such as how many of your camera’s features you should understand, whether technical details really matter, and how Dan became a pro photographer and expert in the first place.

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Far Side: Devil cartoon

Our Snapshots:

  • Jeff: Replacement lens caps: 39mm, 67mm

  • Kirk: Rouge, by Michael Kenna

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Guest:

Giveaway:

We’re giving away a copy of Dan’s book, FUJIFILM X Series Unlimited: Mastering Techniques and Maximizing Creativity with Your FUJIFILM Camera, to two PhotoActive listeners! To be eligible, simply subscribe to our newsletter that we use to announce new episodes: the form is at the bottom of every PhotoActive page. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered.

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Far Side: Devil cartoon

Our Snapshots:

  • Jeff: Replacement lens caps: 39mm, 67mm

  • Kirk: Rouge, by Michael Kenna

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]]> Episode 47: Jeff Becomes an Event Photographer https://photoactive.fireside.fm/47 3332e642-5d07-4bde-83c8-88839507602f Fri, 19 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0700 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 47 Jeff Becomes an Event Photographer full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn Jeff was the event photographer for the CreativePro Week 2019 conference in Seattle, a task that requires a different approach to making photos. You've probably been asked to shoot some type of event, so we talk a little about specific gear to deal with low-light situations and catching candid shots in a crowded setting. 30:34 no Recently, Jeff was the event photographer for the CreativePro Week 2019 conference in Seattle, a task that requires a different approach to making photos. You've probably been asked to shoot some type of event, so we talk a little about specific gear to deal with low-light situations and catching candid shots in a crowded setting. Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-47-jeff-event)) Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) CreativePro Week (https://creativeproweek.com/) CreativePro Week 2019 Daily Highlights photo album at Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pg/CreativeProWeek/photos/?tab=album&album_id=892884417720574) (Photos by Jeff) CreativePro Week Instagram Account (https://www.instagram.com/creativeproweek/) Luma Loop straps (https://luma-labs.com/products/loop) Fujifilm X-T3 body (https://amzn.to/2FxO2Jv) Fujifilm Fujinon XF50-140mm F/2.8 R LM OIS WR (https://amzn.to/2xdAvCl) Fujifilm Fujinon XF16-55mm F/2.8 R LM WR (https://amzn.to/2X2eCFo) Our Snapshots: Jeff: BorrowLenses.com (https://www.talkable.com/x/pDyB6Q) [Use this affiliate link to get $30 off a rental; new customers, minimum purchase of $119] Kirk: Flotato (https://flotato.com) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast newsletter at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, ben long, complete digital photography, book, instruction, guide, photo guide, event photography, creativepro, creativeproweek Recently, Jeff was the event photographer for the CreativePro Week 2019 conference in Seattle, a task that requires a different approach to making photos. You've probably been asked to shoot some type of event, so we talk a little about specific gear to deal with low-light situations and catching candid shots in a crowded setting.

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]]> Episode 34: Ben Long's Complete Digital Photography https://photoactive.fireside.fm/34 609a38ab-e3ca-445c-92c8-9488bb2d14cd Fri, 18 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0800 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 34 Ben Long's Complete Digital Photography full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn Author, educator, photographer, and all-around knowledgeable guy Ben Long joins us this week to talk about the 9th — yes, ninth — edition of his comprehensive book “Complete Digital Photography.” We cover how photography and people’s expectations about photography have changed since the early versions of the book. 36:07 no Author, educator, photographer, and all-around knowledgeable guy Ben Long joins us this week to talk about the 9th — yes, ninth — edition of his comprehensive book “Complete Digital Photography.” We cover how photography and people’s expectations about photography have changed since the early versions of the book. Sponsor Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography (https://mastersof.photography/ref/27/?campaign=PhotoActive) Guest: Ben Long (Complete Digital Photography (https://completedigitalphotography.com/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/benlong100/)) Hosts: Jeff's website (https://jeffcarlson.com), Jeff's photos (https://jeffcarlson.com/portfolio/), Jeff on Instagram (http://instagram.com/jeffcarlson) Kirk's website (https://www.kirkville.com), Kirk's photos (https://photos.kirkville.com), Kirk on Instagram (https://instagram.com/mcelhearn) Show Notes: (View show notes with images at PhotoActive.co (https://www.photoactive.co/home/episode-34-ben-long)) Production Note: We’ve decided to change the frequency of episode releases to fortnightly (every two weeks) due to current commitments we both have. Rate and Review the PhotoActive Podcast! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) Complete Digital Photography, Ninth Edition (https://amzn.to/2AQUoS6), by Ben Long Pentti Sammallahti (https://www.lensculture.com/pentti-sammallahti) Richard Misrach (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Misrach) Desert Cantos (https://amzn.to/2RQgjCn), by Richard Misrach Jerry Uellsman (http://www.uelsmann.net/) Our Snapshots: Jeff: 3 Legged Thing Punks Corey Aluminum Tripod Kit w/ AirHed Neo (https://amzn.to/2VWPXxL) Kirk: Vanguard Alta Pro 263AB 100 Aluminum Tripod with SBH-100 Ball Head (https://amzn.to/2DbHBv6) Subscribe to the PhotoActive podcast mailing list at the bottom of any page at the PhotoActive web site (https://photoactive.co) to be notified of new episodes and be eligible for occasional giveaways. If you’ve already subscribed to the mailing list, you’re automatically entered. If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/photoactive/id1391697658?mt=2) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast. And don't forget to join the PhotoActive Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/photoactivecast/) to discuss the podcast, share your photos, and more. photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, ben long, complete digital photography, book, instruction, guide, photo guide, interview Author, educator, photographer, and all-around knowledgeable guy Ben Long joins us this week to talk about the 9th — yes, ninth — edition of his comprehensive book “Complete Digital Photography.” We cover how photography and people’s expectations about photography have changed since the early versions of the book.

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Production Note: We’ve decided to change the frequency of episode releases to fortnightly (every two weeks) due to current commitments we both have.

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Sponsor

Masters of Photography, online masterclasses with the greatest photographers in the world. Get 5% off any course with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://mastersof.photography

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Production Note: We’ve decided to change the frequency of episode releases to fortnightly (every two weeks) due to current commitments we both have.

Our Snapshots:

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