06 Jake Ricker Golden Gate Bridge Street Film Photographer

Episode 06 — Jake Ricker (Documenting the Golden Gate Bridge on film)In Episode 06 of the Shoot Wisely podcast, I sit down with photographer Jake Ricker to discuss his multi-year project documenting the Golden Gate Bridge entirely on film — and the book that emerged from it.Jake shares what drew him to photograph one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world, and why he chose to approach it with patience, repetition, and analog discipline. We talk about the challenges of committing to a long-term project, the realities of shooting film in changing light and weather conditions, and how the bridge became a study of mood, atmosphere, and time.The conversation also explores the process of turning years of work into a cohesive book — editing, sequencing, and honoring the emotional throughline of the project.This episode is about dedication, restraint, and the power of returning to the same subject again and again until it reveals something deeper.In This EpisodeThe origin of the Golden Gate Bridge projectWhy he chose to shoot the entire series on filmWorking through changing light, fog, and weatherThe discipline of long-term photographic projectsEditing and sequencing for a bookLessons learned from photographing a single subject over yearsAbout the GuestJake Ricker is a photographer known for his thoughtful, film-based practice and long-form projects. His work reflects patience, technical precision, and a deep commitment to craft, culminating in a book centered on the Golden Gate Bridge.