web02.fireside.fm Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:26:29 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) PhotoActive - Episodes Tagged with “Guest” https://photoactive.fireside.fm/tags/guest Fri, 21 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -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 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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]]> Episode 54: Product Photography with Dan Bracaglia https://photoactive.fireside.fm/54 43664343-f839-492f-ba3e-35408c15559b Fri, 25 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0700 Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn 54 Product Photography with Dan Bracaglia full Jeff Carlson & Kirk McElhearn How do you make product photos look fresh and interesting? Do you need a well-equipped studio? Dan Bracaglia shoots thousands of images of cameras and other accessories in his job as photo editor at DPReview. Dan joins Kirk and Jeff to answer those questions and more. 35:58 no How do you make product photos look fresh and interesting? Do you need a well-equipped studio? Dan Bracaglia shoots thousands of images of cameras and other accessories in his job as photo editor at DPReview. Dan joins Kirk and Jeff to answer those questions and more. Sponsor Luma Labs - Everyone needs a camera strap that is both comfortable and practical. The Luma Loop lets you carry your camera as a sling or snug to your body when you’re not using it. The new Luma Loop 3.5 features custom designed mounting hardware so you don’t have to choose between a strap or a tripod mount. Get 10% off any purchase with the code PHOTOACTIVE. https://luma-labs.com (https://luma-labs.com/) Guest: Dan Bracaglia: Instagram (http://instagram.com/thelondonbroil/), website (https://www.thelondonbroil.com) DPReview Page (https://www.dpreview.com/about/staff/dan.bracaglia) 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-54-bracaglia)) DPReview (https://www.dpreview.com/) Westcott Ice Light 2 (https://amzn.to/2BEDSVb) Canon 80D (https://amzn.to/33Xdge8), the camera DPReview uses for product photography Canon 90D Review (https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canon-eos-90d-review) by Dan Bracaglia and Jeff Keller 2019 Guide: Apple iPad Pro for Photographers (https://www.dpreview.com/articles/1105620202/2019-guide-apple-ipad-pro-for-photographers) Making of Domino’s Commercials: Pulling the Cheese (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFzAPAJWAf4), YouTube video Fuji X-T3 Review (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6situ5QPf6s), DPRreview TV episode Fujifilm X-T3 vs Panasonic GH5 for Video: Quick Look (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZHl5pw5KCE), DPReview TV episode Our Snapshots: Jeff: SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD (https://amzn.to/33xaUSV) Kirk: Michael Kenna, Beyond Architecture (https://amzn.to/2MKpLnv) 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. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5db22a5cb0edb11e75728f5b/1571957346601/Luma_Loop_3.5.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5db1fe6a2e3d4565fce06570/1571946109939/Studio-setup.JPG?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5db220a3f4d5e52a8284460c/1571954933099/GOTY18-Sony85mm_JPG.jpg?format=750w https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b0d9e5ab40b9d7f7ff10b47/t/5db22115b6c6b419152f6cfe/1571954973425/ipadPro-beauty-03.jpg?format=750w photography, podcast, kirk mcelhearn, jeff carlson, cameras, lenses, apple, iPhone, photo editing, photo organization, interview, dan bracaglia, dpreview, guest, product photography How do you make product photos look fresh and interesting? Do you need a well-equipped studio? Dan Bracaglia shoots thousands of images of cameras and other accessories in his job as photo editor at DPReview. Dan joins Kirk and Jeff to answer those questions and more.

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