Quick Tip: 6 Useful and Informative Photography Podcasts
Although photography is a very visual medium, podcasts can be a great way to pick up new tips, techniques, and news while you’re on-the-go. In today’s Quick Tip, I’ll be recommending six different podcasts that offer really interesting, high-quality information for photographers.
1. This Week in Photography
When I asked for podcast recommendations on Twitter, this one came out on top – and I completely agree with you! The two hosts – Alex and Frederick – discuss the latest technology changes and news, along with offering tips on camera technique. Shows usually last around an hour, and cover a range of topics.
2. The Candid Frame
The Candid Frame is based around a regular interview theme, talking to professional photographers and those just getting started in the career. If you like gleaning advice from a wide range of different people, this is highly recommended.
3. Tips from the Top Floor
Hosted by Chris Marquardt, Tips from the Top Floor doesn’t get too technical and is suitable for beginners and pros alike. There’s a mix of audio and video, though emphasis is mainly on the audio podcast – shows are quite a bit shorter than This Week in Photography – perfect if you just want a quick snippet of advice.
4. The Digital Photography Show
A fun, friendly podcast with plenty of banter between the two lively hosts. You’ll find interviews, news, and – although you may need to suffer a little general conversation before the show progresses to photography tips – it’s a popular podcast for “prosumers”.
5. Martin Bailey Photography
Hosted by, as the name suggestions, Martin Bailey, I like this podcast for the laid back tone and simple explanation. The enhanced podcast contains the accompanying images that go along with Martin’s commentary. It’s predominantly audio, with the occasional video show or feature.
6. Photography 101
The final podcast is an entirely video-based show – not quite so great in the car, but good for when you’re sitting at home or on the train. Hosted by Scott Wittenburg, it covers tips on a huge range of topics and themes. The occasional Photoshop walkthrough is also a welcome addition, and don’t be put off by the (fairly dire) preview graphic!
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Is there a particular podcast or show that you think we should have included? Feel free to share a link in the comments – I’m always looking for new places to find inspiration!
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In the Q&A category i think PhotoFocus with Scott Bourne + guest is best
the art of photography with ted forbes, video podcast, very nice and face to face with who’s talking
Scott Bourne PhotoFocus Podcast is excelent too
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=313790661
Exactly, could not believe this one wasn’t included.
My Favorite is LensWork by Brooks Jenson.
It’s all about the creative process and nothing about cameras, their specs, functionality, blah, blah, blah.
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I listen to photo podcasts extensively at work. My favorites that aren’t mentioned in the post here are:
D-Town TV
LightSource Studio Photography Podcast
LIME
The Photographer & Model Podcast
Photofocus
PhotoTips
the short-lived Within The Frame podcast is excellent and well worth watching
and Lenswork
Hey, nice to be included here. Thanks David!
I listen to most of these other shows too, and I also love the Lenswork and Lensflare35 podcasts.
Cheers,
Martin.
these are great sources of photography podcast. It’s not metioned here but Lightsource studio photography Podcast is my favorite thru http://www.studiolighting.net.
Cheers!
The Digital Photography Show hasn’t released a podcast in over a year?!
I realize we didnt make the article, but Im sure I speak for Bill that we appreciate to have been mentioned a few times in the comments! (Lightsource Podcast at studiolighting.net)
I also need to throw out a mention for Ox and Ham podcast (just getting started…) and I kinda like Photography and Model podcast. It doesnt discuss technique, or tech… only the relationship and interaction in dealing with models. Many times from the model point of view. Great insight in understanding that relationship dynamic.
@Phalgum – Brooks Jensen has a great podcast. Its probably good to note that hes been producing his audio micro posts since before RSS 2.0 with enclosures was developed.
Shameful plug – I listen to most of the above mentioned podcasts, but take a listen to one I started back in april – Fotobug Elusive Image (available at http://fotobug.podbean.com, iTunes and Zune!) I’ve had some great guests including Trey Ratcliff and Clyde Butcher!
Love this, I hadn’t even thought to check out any photo podcasts!