S02 E12 - Nic Kocher

In our final episode of Season 2 we have an incredibly interesting conversation with Nic Kocher about photography, its past and its future. Nic has worked in news photography, is at the forefront of new technologies merging with an artistic practice and is an educator.    “I have a practice in teaching where I like to see how the students see the world.”   Nic is the Convenor of Screen Media at Photography Studies College, where he develops and leads innovative courses that prepare students for the evolving media landscape. With a career spanning over two decades, Nic began as a staff photographer at The Age, capturing compelling images for feature stories and magazine spreads. Since transitioning to freelance work, he has collaborated with major clients, including government departments and corporate entities, while also specialising in time-lapse photography and projection-based media art. His creative projects, such as The Absurdity of Infinity, showcased at Melbourne’s White Night Festival, highlight his ability to merge artistic vision with technical expertise. A passionate educator, Nic explores the intersection of AI and image-making, researching how emerging technologies are reshaping visual storytelling.  As a writer, he contributes thought-provoking insights on photography and technology through Medium, Substack, and The Age, engaging a global audience in discussions about the future of media. Holding a Master’s in Visual Art from Monash University, Nic's work critically examines how AI is transforming creative practice, making art more accessible while challenging traditional boundaries.   “Trusted institutions will play a bigger role in the future, they curate photography and that’s where we should be looking for real photography.”   Tune into the final episode of Season 2 where we have been asking all our guests what the future of photography looks like to them, and boy does Nic have some fascinating information on that!   Insta - @nic_kocher/ Medium - https://medium.com/@wayweroll   Thanks as always to our amazing sponsors Nikon Australia, Ted’s Cameras, Collarts and A&L Artistic Framers. We couldn't do this without your support so thank you so much once again.