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20 Apr 2020New? Start Here00:09:14

What is this podcast about? Who are we to give opinions? Listen and find out!

Ben and Stuart introduce themselves and the show in this "episode 0" of Photo-Op.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

https://photo-op.show

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20 Apr 2020Do you delete photos?00:38:50

Do you delete photos? When and how do you decide? And if you keep stuff, how do you stay organized? We go over our thoughts, and tips and tricks for keeping your photos safe.

Stuart's hard drive shucking video

Ben's storage and backup video

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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20 Apr 2020How to build a Photography website00:43:25

If you're a photographer, you need a website. We cover hosting, portfolio design, what pages you should have, how to design a portfolio, and things you're probably doing wrong.

If you already have a web host, feel free to skip to 6:46

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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27 Apr 2020Top mistakes new Photographers make00:41:17

When you're just starting out as a photographer, you're going to make mistakes. Like anything, there is a learning curve. But we can make that curve a lot shorter with these 15 tips and tricks, mistakes and pitfalls you should avoid.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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04 May 2020RAW is Overrated?00:20:05

The advice generally goes that you should only ever shoot in RAW. But are there times you should shoot JPG? What's the difference? This episode, we cover all of your questions about the difference in these image formats, and when you should use RAW vs JPG.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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11 May 2020Things you probably don't have (but should)00:27:24

What are things that you (probably) don't have, but definitely should? We cover it. We're putting an online clickbait-filled list-icle to shame, and giving you the best advice podcast money can buy. (#notsponsored)

Links mentioned in this episode:

What's in my camera bag? (Video)

Small rain protector

Large rain protector

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18 May 2020How many Megapixels do you need?00:14:59

The megapixel race is strong. Modern cellphones have more pixels shoved into them than my first camera, or even my current one. How many pixels do you REALLY need? We go into everything you need to know about image size in this episode.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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25 May 2020Our First Q&A: Lightning Round00:44:54

It's our very first Q&A! We answer your questions. Everything from shooting in low light, shooting vintage airplanes, to our thoughts on logos, watermarks, and some of our favorite plugins.

If you have a question and want to be in a future episode, be sure to shoot us an email: hello@photo-op.show

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01 Jun 2020Fad or Feature?00:37:01

In this user submitted episode, we discuss a variety of techniques and effects and break down which ones are flash in the pan fads that should go away, and which are actual features and tools that you can use to make your photos better.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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08 Jun 2020Avoiding G.A.S.00:21:39

Do you suffer from G.A.S.? (Gear Acquisition Syndrome: otherwise known as always buying stuff you don't need.) We talk about running a business in the black and how to stop yourself from buy the new shiny thing so you can use that hard earned cash elsewhere.

Watch the VEEP clip we mention: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paJqHPHLExo

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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15 Jun 2020How to Collaborate with Others00:31:11

What's the best way to network and collaborate with other online content creators? We talk about communication, your personal image, targeting strategies, audiences, "making it easy to say yes", and more in our response to this listener question.

Check out Galactic Pinups: http://galacticpinups.com/

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23 Jun 2020Best (and worst!) social media platforms00:31:37

You're a photographer and you want to spread your brand and business on social media. It's a full time job to be on all of them, so which do you target for best results? We discuss all notable social media (and social media adjacent) platforms to help you focus your efforts and get leads.

You MUST build your own website no matter what social media you're on and you can find out how to do so in episode two of Photo-Op.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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29 Jun 2020Should you go to school for photography?00:36:00

Education is important, but does a photography degree give the returns that justify the cost? Is it worth it? Does anyone care? We go over the pros and cons of going to school for photography, and suggest some alternatives to help jump-start your career.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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06 Jul 2020Should you work for free?00:33:52

"If you do this for me for free, then I'll send you more work in the future." Spoiler: they won't. In this episode, we go over the different kinds of working for free, which ones are beneficial, and which ones you should avoid at all costs.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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13 Jul 2020Why is photography expensive?00:38:57

In part one of this episode we break down all of the costs it takes to run a photography business, and show why exactly this thing is so expensive, besides the $40,000 of gear you own. In part two, we go over why telling that to your client is a terrible idea, and what you can tell them instead when they ask, "why is photography so expensive?"

ASMP Calculator Walkthrough: https://photography.tutsplus.com/articles/is-your-photo-practice-ready-to-grow-find-your-cost-of-doing-business--cms-23244

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20 Jul 2020When can you charge money?00:29:34

When are you good enough to charge money in photography? If you're a hobbyist, you might not feel comfortable charging, or you might be wondering if you've "made it". We break down when and what you should be charging when you're starting out.

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27 Jul 2020Imposter Syndrome00:54:23

If you think you aren't good enough and people are going to call you out on it, you might suffer from Imposter Syndrome. We go over the research of Dr. Valerie Young on the five different types of Imposter Syndrome, and share our own stories about when it has affected us, and tips for helping get through it.

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03 Aug 2020What Lens should I buy?00:47:19

"What lens should I buy?" is kind of like asking "what car should I buy?" Do you need something eco-friendly for grocery trips or hauling a trailer through rough terrain? We break down 10 genres of photography and give our recommendations for the best lens you should buy.

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10 Aug 2020Overcoming Photographers Block00:41:40

Why do you get creatively stuck as a photographer and what can you do about it? Tips and challenges to get over the slump.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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17 Aug 2020Location Scouting (from a Hobbit Hole!)00:05:17

Here are some tips for location scouting! Ben is on location at a hobbit hole, and will be returning with new content on Aug 31st.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes (although not for this episode)

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31 Aug 2020How to NOT be a G.W.C.00:37:45

G.W.C,, or "Guy with Camera". We talk about creeps, and how you can avoid being one. Special thanks to all the listeners that submitted sound clips for this episode.

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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07 Sep 2020Our Favorite Camera Gear00:29:39

This week we discuss some of our favorite stuff! All the best camera gear and accessories. No sponsors, just our personal recommendations.

Related Episodes:

Things you probably don't have (but should)

What Lens should I buy?

Gear we mention:

Blind Spot NP-F Battery Charger

https://www.amazon.com/Power-Junkie-NP-F-Blind-Spot/dp/B07NF14XW4

Color Checker

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1464532-REG/x_rite_msccpp_b_colorchecker_passport_photo_2.html

Color Checker Holder

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4267514

Sony MDR-7506 Headphones

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/

70-200mm Lens

Rubber Lens Hood

Portable SSD

Speedlite

Pocketwizard

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1517927-REG/pocketwizard_13400_plus_iiie_transceiver_black.html

Multitool/Knife

USB/USB-C Card Reader

Westcott Rapidbox

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1005757-REG/westcott_2035_rapid_box_26_octa.html

Phone Mount

Thinktank Speedbelt

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/search?N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Ntt=Think%20tank%20speed%20belt

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14 Sep 2020Why we Love and Hate technology00:20:56

Do you love technology? It can objectively do amazing things, but it also fails when you most need it. This week, we have a short discussion on why we love and hate technology, and what you can do about it.

Leave a comment with your story of tech failure! -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBtR6jk9JnQ

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21 Sep 2020Tips for Landscape Photography00:34:54

Ben is back from a big trip to Yellowstone National Park, so we chat about gear, composition tips, and philosophies to get the best landscape shots. 

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28 Sep 2020Separating Art from the Artist00:28:17

The artist you like said/did something bad! What now? Is it okay to continue enjoying their art, or will their work be forever tainted and something you can no longer support? IWe share our experiences in separating the art from the artist.

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12 Oct 2020Planning out a New Studio00:32:15

Ben is working on setting up a new studio, so we chat about the design layout and the decisions you need to make when you're making a new space.

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05 Oct 2020When should a Photo be BW00:18:10

Should any photos ever be black and white? What makes it better than color? We talk about the clichés and pitfalls of creating black and white photos.

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09 Nov 2020Don't back Kickstarters (Mostly)00:35:54

Kickstarter campaigns can be contentious, scammy, money grabs. But they can also be wonderful ways for creators to share their art and ideas with the world. We talk about the do's and don'ts for Kickstarter, including red flags to watch out for. This episode is great for anyone browsing campaigns to find cool new stuff or support local artists, as well as anyone thinking about launching their own campaign.

Episode mentioned: https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/episodes/019-how-to-not-be-a-gwc

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02 Nov 2020Art in (Ka)poor taste00:24:04

Behold the legend of Stuart Semple vs Anish Kapoor. Kick back for story time about the most amazing (and petty) fight in modern art history.

Stuart Semple: http://stuartsemple.com

Buy his art supplies: https://www.culturehustleusa.com

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26 Oct 2020Does sensor size matter?00:24:41

How much does sensor size matter? We talk about all different sensor sizes, including micro 4/3, APS-C, and full frame, and talk about the differences between them.

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19 Oct 2020Unsplash photo used in 'Crass' UK ad00:30:44

In our first news-reaction episode, we discuss an event that happened with a photographer having their photos used without their permission for a 'crass' advertisement. But was it really used without permission? We talk everything you need to know about stock photography.

Original Article: https://petapixel.com/2020/10/16/photographer-devastated-after-her-unsplash-photo-was-used-in-crass-uk-ad-campaign

Unsplash License: https://unsplash.com/license

Zack Arias talks Unsplash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6M_OZWtpokc

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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16 Nov 2020Weird Cameras00:18:53
23 Nov 2020Don't buy this Camera Gear00:34:04

As we enter the holiday season, you probably have your eye on a lot of photo gear, either for yourself or as gifts for photographers in your life. In this episode we break down all the gear that isn't worth your hard-earned cash. Catch the next episode for all the things you should buy instead in our Holiday Gift Guide!

Memory Card Testing Software: https://h2testw.en.lo4d.com/windows

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25 Nov 2020Bonus Q&A: Grey Cameras, Untrustworthy Lenses, and Pandemic Studios00:12:28

Bonus episode! We tackle listener questions yet again, this time discussing grey market cameras, lenses you can't trust, finding studio space during a pandemic, and DIY v-flats. Thanks again for sending in your questions, and as always send us more to hello@photo-op.show!

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29 Nov 2020Holiday Gift Guide 202000:50:29

Time to get shopping! Take a look at our gift recommendations, and if you need someone to get you a gift, send them this episode! We break down all of the best deals, gear, and accessories for photographers this holiday season.

0:00 Intro

3:35 Stocking Stuffers

10:25 Computer Accessories

28:54 Camera Accessories

35:35 Cameras

Trigger Accessories

https://www.miops.com/

5 in 1 Reflectors by Neewer

Gaff Tape, 1" and 2"

Electrical Tape Hack

Good/comfortable keyboard and mouse

LG MX Master Series: https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/accessories-and-monitors/keyboards-and-mice/mice/logitech-mx-master-2s-mouse-bluetooth,-2-4-ghz-graphite/p/78016250

Monitors:

LG: https://www.adorama.com/lot27ml600mb.html

LG: https://www.amazon.com/LG-27UK850-W-Monitor-Connectivity-FreeSync/dp/B078GVTD9N/

Asus ProArt: https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-Version-3840x2160-Monitor-dimming/dp/B089N1MB6K/

Monitor calibrator

Spyder: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1456247-REG/datacolor_sxp100_spyder_x_pro_colorimeter.html/overview

X-Rite: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1506566-REG/x_rite_eodisstu_i1display_studio.html

My Backup Storage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yd0io6OmzXU

Synology NAS: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=synology

Backblaze: https://secure.backblaze.com/r/013adg

Wacom Tablet

https://estore.wacom.com/en-US/special-offers/special-offers-refurbished.html

Intuos Pro Medium for $30 off, or Wacom Cintiq 16 for $180 off.

Budget: Huion Inspiroy H1060P

https://store.huion.com/collections/pen-tablet

Samsung Evo Select Memory Cards: https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Select-microSDXC-Adapter-MB-ME128HA/dp/B0887GP791

Hard Drives: WD Elements/easyStore, shuck

https://www.amazon.com/12TB-Elements-Desktop-Drive-WDBWLG0120HBK-NESN/dp/B07X4V2M3B/

Stock Footage Assets

https://www.busyboxx.com/

Speedlites: https://www.adorama.com/l/Photography/Lighting-and-Studio/Flashpoint~Flashes-and-On-hyphen-Camera-Lightning

(Anything Flashpoint or Godox)

Gels: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1100340-REG/rosco_110110050001_digital_after_dark_flash.html

V-flats: https://vflatworld.com/

GoPro: https://gopro.com/

Budget Cameras:

Sony a6000 (or whatever a6XXX model fits your budget): https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1201894-REG/sony_alpha_a6000_mirrorless_digital.html

Sony a7 II/III (depending on budget): https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1444248-REG/sony_alpha_a7_iii_mirrorless.html

Nikon D3500: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1433065-REG/nikon_1588_d3500_dslr_camera_with.html

Nikon Z6 (mirrorless): https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1599733-REG/nikon_z_6ii_mirrorless_digital.html

Canon EOS Rebel SL3 / EOS 250D: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1473086-REG/canon_3453c001_eos_rebel_sl3_dslr.html

Canon EOS 6D Mark II: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1484761-REG/canon_eos_6d_mark_ii.html

Canon EOS R (mirrorless): https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1445207-REG/canon_eos_r_mirrorless_digital.html

Pentax KP: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1480949-REG/pentax_kp_dslr_camera_body.html

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II/III/IV (whatever fits your budget): https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1351006-REG/olympus_v207070su000_e_m10_mark_iii_slr.html

Panasonic GH4 (GH5 ideally): https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1429258-REG/panasonic_lumix_dc_gh5_mirrorless_micro.html

Panasonic DMC-G85: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1280824-REG/panasonic_dmc_gm85mk_lumix_dmc_g85_mirrorless_micro.html

Hosted by Ben Lucas and Stuart Marlantes

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07 Dec 2020Remote Shooting00:36:51

In the penultimate episode of 2020, we discuss the unfortunate reality that is remote shooting. But is it truly just taking a selfie with an art director, or are creativity and good results possible? Walk with us through setup, the day of the shoot, and celebrating your output after delivery.

Thanks also to Joshua for our listener question this week!

How to shoot high-res remote portraits

https://timdunk.com/how-to-shoot-portraits-through-facetime

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15 Dec 2020Hindsight's 202000:24:08

We look back on the bizarre year that has been 2020, sharing both most popular and personal favorite episodes, cool projects, and exciting plans for 2021! Thanks again to all of our listeners for joining us this year.

Top mistakes photographers make:

https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/03-top-mistakes-new-photographers-make

Things you probably don't have but should:

https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/05-things-you-dont-have

How to build a photgoraphy website:

https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/02-how-to-build-a-photography-website

Imposter Syndrome:

https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/016-imposter-syndrome

Art in (Ka)poor taste:

https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/028-art-in-kapoor-taste

Should you work for free?:

https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/13-should-you-work-for-free

Why we Love and Hate technology:

https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/021-why-we-love-and-hate-technology

Galactic Pinups

http://galacticpinups.com

Cassian Wick:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWbHsn8x0sI

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04 Jan 2021New camera, now what?00:30:57

You got a new camera. Cool. Now what? Whether this is your first camera or your fifth, we talk about the first things you should do when you get a new member of your camera family, and how you can make the best use of it.

Overcoming photographer's block: https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/episodes/018-overcoming-photographers-block

Exposure Triangle: https://youtu.be/Zf-JKpY2cok

18:50 to skip to Tips for Advanced Shooters

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11 Jan 2021Is Adobe worth it? (Yes)00:36:57

Is Adobe worth it? (Spoiler: yes.) But let's look at some alternatives anyway. Maybe it's too expensive. Maybe you're not a fan. Maybe you don't want to pay monthly subscription fees. Here are some software alternatives to Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Premiere.

Do you want to help keep the mics on? Consider becoming a patron on Patreon using the the Tip Jar. https://www.patreon.com/NOMcreative

Software recommended in this episode:

Affinity: https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/

Corel: https://www.corel.com/en/

Gimp: https://www.gimp.org/

Inkscape: https://inkscape.org/

Darktable: https://www.darktable.org/

RawTherapee: https://rawtherapee.com/

Photo Mechanic: https://home.camerabits.com/

Capture One: https://www.captureone.com/en/

DaVinci Resolve: https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/

Cavalry: https://cavalry.scenegroup.co/

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18 Jan 2021Plugins for Photographers00:37:41

Want to know how to get better results in less time? This episode is all about plugins, presets, and filters that make your life easier.

Topaz Labs: https://topazlabs.com/

Luminar: https://skylum.com/luminar

Nik Software (Official): https://nikcollection.dxo.com/

Old Nik Software (Google no longer offers it, but it is still available at the following link. We at Photo-Op do not vouch for this link, but it is free.): https://www.techspot.com/downloads/6809-google-nik-collection.html

Imagenomics: https://imagenomic.com/Products/Portraiture

Neat Video: https://www.neatvideo.com/

Reel Steady: https://www.reelsteady.com/

Twixtor: https://revisionfx.com/products/twixtor/premiere-pro/

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25 Jan 2021A Letter to Younger Me00:53:11

We take a look back at our fresh out of high school selves and share 30 pieces of advice to help us along the strange journeys we'll take in the pursuit of our passions. In three words: Just Do It!

Shia LaBeouf - Just Do It

Should you work for free?

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01 Feb 2021Best Mobile Apps00:37:30

This week we talk the best mobile apps for photographers. Camera apps, editors, and general quality of life things you need to download right now.

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08 Feb 2021#StopClickbait00:16:31

Is this the end of the clickbait headline? No, probably not. We do rapid fire answers to photo related clickbait articles, in an attempt to #StopClickbait. We cover everything from tips for landscape photography to the scourge of the EVF. Join us, and let's force websites to make high quality content if they want the clicks.

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15 Feb 2021Fulltime vs Professional00:47:55

What makes you a professional photographer? Does that mean having a license, making money, or is there something else? We deep dive into what constitutes a professional in a field with no required credentials.

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22 Feb 2021What to buy instead of a Camera00:31:03

New camera bodies can be thousands of dollars, and the one you own is probably good enough. What are some other things you could do with your hard earned cash? Here are some better ways to spend you money on photography!

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Check out our recommendations on Graphics Tablets: https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/032-holiday-gift-guide-2020

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01 Mar 2021Our Favorite Photography YouTubers00:23:42

This week we want to share the spotlight with some of our favorite online creators! Like this episode? Tell them we sent you!

General:

Gerald Undone

TLDR Filmmaker

DSLR Video Shooter

iPhonedo

Potato Jet

Lok Cheung

KaiW

Livestreaming:

Aaron Parecki

Audio:

Curtis Judd

Action Cameras/Drones:

Air Photography

Filmmaking:

Brandon Li

Macro:

Another Perspective

Landscapes:

Dave Morrow

Epic/Viral:

VonWong

Instructional:

Scott Kelby

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08 Mar 2021#StopClickbait Round 200:21:52

Is this the end of the clickbait headline? No, probably not. We have MORE rapid fire answers to photo related clickbait articles, in an attempt to #StopClickbait. This time it's Stuart's turn in the hot seat. Join us, and let's force websites to make high quality content if they want the clicks.

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15 Mar 2021Monitors, Projectors, and Image Theft, Oh My!00:32:42

What do you need in a good camera monitor? How do you take a selfie? Do you need a watermark to hold your image rights? We answer some viewer questions and deep dive into these topics.

File a DMCA claim on Instagram using this form: https://help.instagram.com/contact/552695131608132

Find and fight image theft: https://www.pixsy.com

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22 Mar 2021How to deal with upset clients00:57:59

Sometimes clients get upset. Maybe they're an unreasonable "micro influencer". Or maybe you screwed up royally. Either way, here's how to make things right when you have an upset customer, and how to prevent it from happening in the future. We include a few user submitted stories, along with a few war stories of our own.

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29 Mar 2021Is it good or just different?00:16:20

What is the value of originality? Should you pursue new and unique photos at all cost, or is it okay to get the same shots that everyone else captures? When is photography journalism and when is it art? Are Ben's terrible Yellowstone photos of any value whatsoever?

We answer all these questions, and more, in this episode.

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05 Apr 2021The BEST backdrop setup00:31:49

Material, support, colors, oh my! This week we talk about backdrops and the surprising amount of decisions and considerations over a piece of gear that most people will totally ignore.

Autopole Video: https://youtu.be/iTaOuDU2UxA

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12 Apr 2021Is this the DEATH of Unsplash?00:28:07

Recent photography news: Getty acquired Unsplash. Ooh, now I get to read a clickbait headline! Is this the DEATH of Unsplash? Actually, yeah, probably. We talk about what this means for the photo industry, as well as some alternative free stock photo sites you should check out.

Links mentioned:

Why Doing Taxes for Free is Hard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xQQkzWhMOc

Comparing Autopoles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTaOuDU2UxA

Previous Podcast on Unsplash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M9V-vwuBMo

Alternative Free Stock Photo Sites:

https://www.pexels.com/

https://pixabay.com/

https://stocksnap.io/

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12 Apr 2021Photo-Op Trailer (Unsplash)00:01:10

(Podcast Trailer)

Two guys talk about all things photo and video.

Watch the Full Episode: https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/049-is-this-the-death-of-unsplash

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19 Apr 2021How long is a Photoshoot?00:40:22

How long is a photoshoot? Well, it depends on the shoot! We talk about a wide variety of photo genres, and how long you can expect to spend shooting each subject. We cover celebrity, corporate, TFP, editorial, landscape, real estate, product, food, wedding, and family photography.

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27 Apr 2021Pet Photography00:33:27

Photo shoots of people is hard enough, but what about when your subject isn't human? We share the best tips for getting awesome photos of your four-legged clients, covering gear, backdrops, animal handling, and more!

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03 May 2021One Year Special - Podcasting How-To01:06:42

Photo-Op is a year old! We've learned quite a few things in the past 52 episodes of producing the show and we share it all with you so that you can start your own podcast too!

0:00 Intro

3:52 Researching, Branding, and Recording

27:42 Keming Matters

31:02 Podcast Hosting

34:30 Starting Gear

35:54 Mid-level Gear

36:17 High End Gear

41:46 Video Gear

53:02 Not doing video? Welcome back!

A few of the things we referenced:

Creative Live Class

Acast

Anchor

OBS

Jitsi Meet

OBS Ninja

Handbrake

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10 May 2021Virtual Photography in Video Games00:51:34

Can you create artistic photos without a camera? What about when you're playing a video game? Virtual photography, or video game photography, isn't new, but with the release of Pokemon Snap, now is as good a time as any to delve into the artistic merits of video game photo modes, in game cameras, and how photography plays as a game mechanic.

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17 May 2021How do you print your photos?00:44:34

Do you print your photos? We talk about home vs professional printing, what print providers to use, what material to print on, and how to prep your photo files for best results.

Bay Photo: https://bayphoto.com

White House Custom Color: https://www.whcc.com

Costco: https://www.costcophotocenter.com

MPix: https://www.mpix.com

Printique: https://www.printique.com

Black River Imaging: https://www.blackriverimaging.com

Millers: https://www.millerslab.com

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31 May 2021Natural Light Photographers00:16:34

This week we tackle photographers that only shoot with natural light. It's true that limitations often breed creative solutions, but how far should you go when it comes to light?

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07 Jun 2021Intro to Lighting Gear00:30:16

Following up on our last episode on natural light photographers, we bring you the Available Light Photographer, where sunlight is just another tool in your kit.

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14 Jun 2021How we shot Warhammer Minis00:32:39

In a special episode of the podcast, we break down a how we made a certain video shot, using the Laowa Probe Lens and some Warhammer Minis, including set design, lighting, and camera movement.

For full context, watch the first minute and a half of this same episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4mrTv0-RJbE

There you can see the clip we'll spend the next half hour discussing and dissecting.

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21 Jun 2021How to Do Kickstarter Wrong00:38:00

For every good Kickstarter there are many, many bad ones. We talk about Kickstarters we've run, worked on, backed, or totally avoided and guide you on the path to success.

TL;DR: Don't be a creep, be honest, and don't neglect your audio.

Check out Galactic Pinups for Ben's Kickstarter!

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05 Jul 2021This week in Photo News00:20:56

This week, we talk about recent photo news! Like this segment? Let us know by clicking here, and liking this video on youtube!

https://youtu.be/REmcGvw3iE0

Backup your data! https://secure.backblaze.com/r/013adg

Fly a drone? It is now MANDATORY to take the T.R.U.S.T. exam: https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/knowledge_test_updates

(Don't worry, it's easy.)

NVIDIA Canvas: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/studio/canvas

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20 Jul 2021Personal Project Update00:36:53

Last week was photo industry news, this week is personal news! Curious what we're both working on right now? Find out in this episode!

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27 Jul 2021The Average Wedding Camera is Used for 20 Seconds00:19:57

It's said the average drill is only used for 13minutes. If you do the math, camera gear is often used for an incredibly short period of time. So that begs the question: Should you buy something you use so briefly? Or is it better to rent?

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02 Aug 2021All about Culling00:32:55

Sorting through photos and videos to decide what to keep is difficult and can be incredibly time-consuming. We share our tips to make culling as painless as possible.

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09 Aug 20218 Stupid Things Photographers Say00:21:59

Photographers say a lot of stupid things, but we found a list of some of the most egregious examples. Are they all truly stupid, or are some valid? Listen and find out!

Fulltime vs Professional

Natural Light Photographers

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16 Aug 2021Fantastic Cameras and Where to Use Them00:26:02

We own a lot of cameras, maybe too many cameras. But why? What are all our cameras used for? Do we use different cameras for work and pleasure?

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23 Aug 2021"No Officer, I'm not a Professional"00:28:57

When a sign says "no flash photography", that's easy enough to understand and obey the rules. But what do places mean when they say "no professional photography" and what makes you a professional? When do you take the easy out and when are you giving photographers a bad name? When I'm shooting a snapshot of my wife on vacation, am I considered a professional?

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30 Aug 2021Advice from Nigeria00:22:50

A friend got a (legit) email from Nigeria, asking for business advice, so we thought we'd pitch in our two cents! Here's the top nuggets of wisdom on how to get started in business when all you have is a camera and a kit lens.

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06 Sep 2021The Worst things I have bought as a Photographer00:25:35

I'm sure you've never regretted buying something, right? Right? As a photographer over the years, there has been plenty of stupid things I thought "yeah, this is a good investment"... and then it wasn't. Here's our top dumb things we wasted money on.

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20 Sep 2021Is this Gear "Professional"?00:32:08

What makes a piece of photography gear truly professional? Is it the price? The brand? The features? Or something else entirely? We give you all the answers in this week's episode!

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27 Sep 2021Should you use "My Name Photography"?00:21:20

Naming a business is difficult, and no less so in photography. Alongside social media we have seen a dramatic increase in "My Name Photography" pages, as it is by far the default naming convention for new photography businesses. But is this the right way to go? Is it better to stick to the established tradition or do you risk getting lost in the crowd?

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05 Oct 2021Giving Clients Proofs and RAWs00:20:56

We answer your questions! How do you give a client proofs they can't use or download? (Remember if you make it too hard, they'll just take a screenshot and do it anyway.) Plus a surprise question from one of our hosts himself!

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11 Oct 2021How do you measure experience?00:17:47

Whether you have 1 year of experience or 10, does it matter? Do years of experience directly correlate to quality of work? If not, how should we think about it instead?

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18 Oct 2021DIY or No?00:36:46

When should you consider doing a DIY project vs just "buying the thing"? We discuss what we would, or wouldn't DIY, like storage solutions, computer gear, light riggings, and audio treatments.

TLDW: Sometimes, the thing doesn't exist or needs to be incredibly specific to a need. Maybe you have more time than money. DIY!

If a good quality thing DOES exist, and you have more money than time, stop and just buy the thing!

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26 Oct 2021Worst. Advice. Ever.00:33:28

What's the worst advice you ever received? Well here's our top 3 (each, so top 6?) BONUS: We answer a question from a Patreon supporter.

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02 Nov 2021What can you learn by staring at a blank wall? And other camera tech!00:20:05

We talk about the fascinating advancement in camera technology. Researchers at MIT can point a camera at a blank wall, and tell how many people are in that room and what they're doing!

http://wallcamera.csail.mit.edu

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08 Nov 202175th Hunger Games (of Photography)00:33:55

In a very special 75th episode, we take 16 wonderful photography related things, and pit them against each other to see which one we think is the best thing. Who will win? Perhaps a 10 stop ND filter or maybe having full creative control over a client project? Listen to find out!

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15 Nov 2021I lost my data... twice!00:24:44

Greg asked, we answered! What do you do when our backup solutions are too expensive and you don't want to lose data?

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22 Nov 2021How to ask for money without looking like an ass00:23:13

Another listener question! "How do I ask for money without looking like an ass?" How to navigate people who want stuff for free, raising your prices, and make people feel great about it.

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29 Nov 2021Year-End Photoshop Q&A!00:41:36

All of your questions this week were about Photoshop, so here we go! We cover layer organization, optimizing for streaming, pitfalls beginners make, and more.

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28 Dec 2021BONUS: Our plans for 202200:12:19

BONUS episode! What do we have planned next year? Listen and find out!

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10 Jan 2022The Mirrorless Future00:18:50

Big news from Canon on the mirrorless front, bringing up questions about the direction of the industry. We share our perspectives on the past, present, and future of DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Will we go all-in on the latter in the future?

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18 Jan 2022But Why? Plus... Stuart leaves the gray void!00:37:18

Part 1 of the new season opener, we deep dive into WHY we do what we do. Ben interviews Stuart and we learn about video, diving, and sticking to the plan when everything goes wrong.

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18 Jan 2022But Why? Ben Edition00:47:35

In this Part 2 of our Season 2 opener, Stuart interviews Ben! Learn about shooting products and weddings, and what it takes to manage clients effectively.

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08 Feb 2022After two years of COVID, how has photography changed?00:22:48

After two full years of a worldwide pandemic, how has the landscape changed for photographers? Are there jobs? What do they look like now?

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12 Feb 2022Questions to ask of every portfolio image00:22:48

If you're putting together a new portfolio, what should it look like? How do you look at your images and actually choose the best ones?

Avoiding GAS: https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/episodes/09-avoiding-gas

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01 Mar 2022Must-Have's for your home studio00:40:37

When setting up a home studio, yes, you need a camera, lenses, etc. But what are the things that make a good studio? What things aren't you thinking about? We talk about sandbags, clamps, organization, sound treatment, and more!

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16 Mar 2022This week in Photo News00:21:59

We discuss recent events in photo news, including discontinued gear, contaminated drives, and the most complained about cameras.

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22 Mar 2022What Rappers, Toshiba, and Fascism have in common00:15:03

This week in photo news, a certain celebrity is being sued for posting a photo they didn't license. But does their likeness in the photo mean they own it?

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30 Mar 2022Should you offer friends and family discounts?00:24:30

"Hey, we're friends... Can I get a discount?"

It's every photographer's nightmare. Should you offer a friends and family discount? Who gets it? And deep do you cut? We talk about dealing bargain hunters to people you owe a kidney, client communication, and gifting what feels right to you.

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05 Apr 2022How do you handle criticism?00:26:42

Let's talk about all the times Ben has been burned on the internet, and other tales of woe! What do you do when someone hates your stuff? Is there anything valid in criticism? We discuss taking (and giving!) criticism on your work on the internet.

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13 Apr 2022Is video killing the photo star?00:12:04

With the rise of video demands and its influence on social media, do you need to do video? Is still photography on the way out? Is video killing the photo star?

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26 Apr 2022Do you need a Style?00:16:21

How important is having a concretely defined style? Do you need one to be successful? What if you don't have one?

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04 May 2022Finding your Creative Voice00:22:51

Differentiating yourself as a photographer is incredibly important, so how do you do that? How do you define the thing that makes your work uniquely yours? How do you find your creative voice?

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10 May 2022Unpopular Opinions00:28:26

Welcome to the Unpopular Photo-Opinion Episode! We discuss how thinking getting new gear leading to new clients is f$%&ing stupid and other opinions.

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17 May 2022RED FLAGS00:28:28

Want to stay away from creeps? Or avoid being a creep? Or maybe just avoid photographers who have absolutely no clue what they're doing? Here's red flags that Guy With Camera isn't going to be the great photo experience you're looking for.

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01 Jun 2022Stuff that's NOT photography!00:19:55

What's stuff that's NOT photography... that can make you better AT photography?

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16 Jun 2022Raise the roof! (or at least your skill ceiling)00:21:31

What makes you a good photographer? We talk about raising your skill (skill ceiling) and your consistency (skill floor).

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