Finding the Light: Glen McClure's Stories Behind the Camera

While listening to this podcast, visit Glen McClure's website:  www.glenmcclure.com  Glen McClure is an award-winning photographer whose work has helped define the visual history of Hampton Roads for more than forty years. A Norfolk native, McClure has built a career documenting the people, industries, and communities that make coastal Virginia unique. His photographs are known for their authenticity and emotional depth, capturing everyone from shipyard workers and Chesapeake Bay watermen to civic leaders and everyday citizens. Through exhibitions across the United States and Europe, his images have earned widespread recognition for their storytelling power and artistic excellence. Beyond Virginia, McClure has developed a deep connection to Ireland, making numerous trips to the country over the years to photograph its rugged coastlines, historic villages, and remarkable landscapes. The ever-changing light and rich culture of western Ireland have become recurring themes in his work, inspiring some of his most celebrated images. His photography from Ireland reflects a lifelong pursuit of meaningful moments and a passion for discovering the beauty found in both extraordinary places and ordinary lives. In addition to his extensive body of photographic work, McClure is the author of numerous books that preserve the stories, traditions, and character of the people and places he has encountered. His publications have explored subjects ranging from Virginia's maritime heritage and working communities to the landscapes and culture of Ireland. Today, he joins host Joe Flanagan and Co-Host Mike Gooding on Joe Flanagan's Hampton Roads Podcast to share insights from behind the lens, discuss the experiences that shaped his career, and reflect on a lifetime dedicated to documenting the world around him.