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Gen-X Photography
by Mario Piper
This podcast is designed for budding film photographers, by a budding film photographer. Join me once a month for a discussion of various aspects of film photography, from the joys, to the embarrassing and inevitable mistakes.
Episodes
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Episode 76 - The Pentax K Series Cameras
In this episode I talk about some of my favorite cameras of all time, the Pentax K Series cameras. I talk about the K Mount, the KM, KX, K2, K2DMD, and the K1000, and how they continue the tradition of the Spotmatic cameras that preceded them, and how they built upon them. I also talk a little...
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Episode 75: Pentax!!!
In this episode, John Roberts, Bill Smith, and Alex Trejo joined me to discuss Pentax, Takumar lenses, K-mount lenses, and adapting lenses, as well as several other things. We also discuss flying with film. I hope you all enjoy it!!!
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Episode 74 - Box Cameras!
In this episode, it's just me, and I'm talking about box cameras.
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Episode 73 - Nikkormats!!!
In this episode, I'm joined by Alex Luyckx, Bill Smith, Brian DuBois, John Roberts, and Mike Eckman to chat all things Nikkormats, a fantastic and well-built line of Nikon Cameras from the 1960's and 1970's. We dive into a bit of the history, why we like them, what differentiated them from the...
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Episode 72 - Kodacolor!!!
In this episode, I touch upon what I said on the last podcast and try to clear it up. Also, I talk about Harman Phoenix II, and...KODAK KODADOLOR 100 and 200!!!
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Episode 71 - Why I Love Photography, and a bit about Fall Photography
In this episode I chat a little bit with myself and you all about why I love photography. I don't shy away from digital, and actually show some love for the cameras, but spend more time with film. I also talk a little about fall photography and some things I like to do to enhance my fall...
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Episode 70 - Some Things I Learned on a Big Family Trip
In this episode, I talk mainly about some things I learned while preparing for, and while on a big family road trip such as: What camera or cameras should I bring? What lens or lenses should I bring? What film should I bring? What other things did I learn? I also talk about a nice gift given to…
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Episode 69: The Nikon EL2 and the Vivitar Series 1 90mm f2.5 Macro
In this episode I update you as to why it's been so long since I've released an episode. I also talk about a fantastic duo of a camera and lens - the Nikon EL2 and the Vivitar Series 1 90mm f2.5 macro. I hope you enjoy!
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Episode 68 - Interview with Adam English
In this episode, I had the privilege to chat with Adam English, a professional photographer, professional film lab technician, as well as a body builder. We chatted all things analog and digital, his advice for novice portrait shooters, and his work as a lab technician, among other things. You…
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Episode 67: Just the three of us!
In this episode, Julienne, Suzanne, and I catch up on what we've been doing. Julienne has been in a photographic funk, which is normal for a lot of people. Suzanne has set up her own photo studio. I've compulsively continued to shoot 35mm SLR cameras, where I feel at home. I also make a faux pas,...
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Execute Order 66! Interview with Jess Ceason
In this episode I had a nice conversation with Jess Ceason from Wisconsin, but who lives in SW Germany. We had a nice chat about photography, of course, but also about cool serendipitous finds regarding beautiful cameras, firewood, fossils, and much more. Thanks, Jess for coming on the podcast!...
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Episode 65 - Interview with Blair Young
In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with a chap from Inverness, Scotland. We of course talked about photography, but also much more. You can see his photos at: IG: blairsonfilm You can find my work on: Flickr: Mario Piper IG: shadowsofreflections Julienne's work IG: jpshoeboxwalk...
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Episode 64: Omar Alvarado Baez!
In this episode, I had the pleasure to chat with Omar Alvarado Baez, a fellow Gen Xer from Washington state. We had a nice time just shooting the breeze about photography, his love of portraiture and why he loves it, a bit about gear and film, a little about Mexican food, and basically, just a…
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Episode 63: Addendum
In this episode I explain a few things that didn’t explain clearly in Episode 63 proper.
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Episode 63 - Odds and Ends
It's been a while. In this episode, I tell why. Also I talk about: My love of 135mm lenses Why Flickr and lomography.com is a great way to share your photography vs Instagram and Facebook My preparation for the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 Donating to school photography programs...
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Episode 62 - Absinthe, with Ted Breaux
In this episode, I had the privilege of chatting with Ted Breaux, master distiller and owner of Jade Liqueurs. We had a nice discussion about his history with absinthe, absinthe in general, and his line of absinthes he's created with a deferential nod to the past. Sante! www.jadeliqueurs.com
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Episode 61: Cameras! Beautiful Cameras!
In this episode, I received many call-ins from so many listeners, past guests, other podcasters, and of course, my cohosts Julienne and Suzanne about what they think are the prettiest, most beautiful cameras. Check out the Gen-X Photography Podcast Facebook page, as well as the Gen-X Photography...
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Episode 60 - Interview with Ari Jaaksi
In this episode, Julienne, Suzanne, and I have a cool conversation with Ari Jaaksi from Tampere, Finland. We talk about his YouTube channel, his love of analog photography, whether rules are important in photography or not, Steely Dan, and we have an interruption where someone drunk flew off the...
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Episode 59 - Interview with Christina Thomas!
In this Episode, I interview Christina Thomas from Maryland US. We chat about her history, love of Minoltas, and a few other things. You can find her work on IG and Flickr at chrnaturephotos You can find Julienne's work on IG at jpshoeboxwalk, and on Flickr at Julienne Piper. You can find…
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Episode 58 - What We've Learned Along The Way
In this episode, Suzanne, Julienne, and I discuss what it was like to start shooting film for what seemed like the first time, and some of the things we've learned along the way. The film wipes discussed are Jude's Miracle Cloth. For an upcoming episode, we're asking everyone to send in voice…
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Episode 57 - Interview with Annie Akers!!!
In this episode, Suzanne and I chat with Annie Akers, and with returning guest, Sarah Akers. We chat about Annie's love of B&W film, getting started on a Hasselblad, photographing nature, and what she finds enjoyable about film photography, as well as many other things. You can find Sarah's...
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Episode 56: Interview with Anna Katarina
In this episode, Suzanne, Julienne, and I chat with Suzanne's friend, Anna Katarina. We discuss her history with photography, her passions about it, and her other intellectual adventures. Anna Katarina IG - ricohfreak Her podcast - Odyssey Out Loud Suzanne Pedersen IG and linktree - b.roll.backup...
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Episode 55 - Interview with Elliot Tolar
In this episode, we have a nice chat with Elliot Tolar who is based in Colorado. We chat about his love of analog, his adoration for large format photography, and much more. Follow him on IG at elliottolar. Also, please check out Suzanne's new website, suzannepedersen.com, and find her work on IG...
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Episode 54: Interview With Molly Kate, aka Eclectachrome!
In this episode, Suzanne, Julienne, and I have a fun chat with Molly Kate (IG: eclectachrome - follow the link tree, and YouTube: eclectachrome) from Cardiff, Wales. We chat about her history with photography, her YouTube channel, her fave films, many things UK related, and HAGGIS!!! It's an...
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Episode 53: On the Cheap!
In this episode, we hear from many who called in about their favorite cheap cameras and/or lenses, as well as awesome 3rd party lenses. I end it talking about my fave 3rd party lenses, as well as a camera I've come to love, the Pentax KX (the 35mm film camera, not the digital camera with the same...
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Episode 52 - Just the three of us!
In this episode, the three of us review 2022 and look ahead to 2023. Also, we discuss a type of camera we all enjoy using. Suzanne was featured in Hand Magazine and the April edition of Sun Magazine. One of Julienne's photos is featured in the 2023 Revolog Calendar, and another two are featured...
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Episode 51: Interview with Heather Palacek
In this episode, the first of season 4, Julienne, Suzanne, and I interview Heather Palacek from Pennsylvania. We talk about her pinhole art, her solargraphs, her Squash 'Em art, her observations as a high school teacher, and her book, Don't Fix It Yet. As a reminder, for an upcoming episode about...
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Episode 50 - Interview with Nicole Small!
In this episode, Julienne and I chat with Nicole Small, a fantastic photographer from Montreal. We chatted about many things, including pinhole, large format, larger format, and still larger format! We also chatted alternative processes, and about doing photography one's own way and being happy...
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Episode 49 - Sherry Christensen and Jake Rose!!!!
In this Episode, my cohosts and I chat with Sherry and Jake from the Embrace the Grain Podcast. We chat about their history with photography, photographing in the north, photographing similar things with fresh perspectives, their podcast, the illustrious Frugal Film Project, and of course, GAS!…
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Episode 48 - Aspect Ratios and Kentmere Pan 100 and Pan 400 in 120!
In this episode I chat a bit about aspect ratios and print sizes, and get into a bit of math. I also chat a bit about the release of a lovely B&W film in 120, Kentmere Pan 100 and Pan 400. To see some photos from the new 120 version, look up these fantastic photographers: Danielle Wrobleski: IG -...
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Episode 47 - What are those crazy numbers on your lens, and fall photography using Lomochrome Purple and Lomochrome Turquoise.
In this Episode, I try my hand at explaining what focal length, hyperfocal distance numbers, and aperture numbers are. Lots of math, and lots of difficult concepts to explain. Please bear in mind, I'm still a novice. Also, I talk a bit about using Lomochrome Purple and the new Lomochrome…
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Episode 46: The ExtravaKansas! An Interview with Denise Grays and Anne Hollond
In this episode Suzanne, Julienne, and I chat with Kansas photographers Denise Grays and Anne Hollond about Denise's friend Britten, Anne's Polaroid photography, Anne's journaling and travel around the world, Denise's film swaps, their history with photography, what would cause them to not...
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Episode 45: Interview with Jessica Kosmack!
In this 45th episode, Julie, Suzanne, and I chat with Jessica Kosmack, a fantastically fun photographer from Toronto. We discuss everything from her motivations for photography, her professional work and private work, her love for expired film, and so much more. Jessica Kosmack: IG - jesskosphoto
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Episode 44 - Interview with Bill Smith!
In this episode, we have Bill Smith from the Classic Camera Revival podcast. We talk lots about gear, of course! Bill Smith IG - wbsmith200 Flickr - Bill Smith1 funwithcameras.blogspot.com
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Episode 43: Interview with Dylan Kelley
In this episode, Suzanne, Julie, and I interview Dylan Kelley, a photojournalist from Randolph, VT. In it he discusses what drives him in his photojournalistic endeavors. Please give it a listen and enjoy!
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Episode 42: Interview with Dave Mihaly!
In this episode I introduce my wife, Julienne Piper, to the podcast as cohost alongside Suzanne. we have a great conversation with the YouTube Rockstar, Dave Mihaly, known as The Old Camera Guy. Enjoy!!!
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Episode 41: Worldwide Pinhole Day!!!
This episode is in celebration for Worldwide Pinhole Day. I hope you enjoy!!!
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Episode 40: Interview with Sarah Akers
In this 40th episode Suzanne and I interview Sarah Akers, a fantastic photographer from North Carolina. Also, before the interview, I give shoutouts and sincere thanks to Randall Chiu, Brandon Helton, Christopher Paulin, and Penne Ferris for their wonderful generosity in giving gifts to my…
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Episode 39: The state of film in 2022, so far!
Is film photography dying? Listen to this and find out my view.
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Episode 38: A film for the times...REDSCALE!!!
In this episode, Suzanne joins me to chat about redscale film.
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Episode 37: Interview with my wife: Julienne Piper
In this episode, Suzanne and I interview my wife, Julienne Piper. We talk tons about her love for pinhole photography, as well as what draws her to pinhole, as well as other forms of analog photography. I also give shoutouts to the many people who've sent me gifts over the past year or so.…
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Episode 36: Happy 127 Day!!!
In this episode, I discuss 127 film, and a few of the cameras that use it, as well as some places you can get it, or what to do if you can't get the film. Check out the awesome article on www.alysvintagecameraalley.com about 127 cameras: 8 Great 127 Film Cameras You Should Pickup - Aly’s Vintage...
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Episode 35: Interview with Billy Sanford
In this episode, Suzanne and I interview Billy Sanford. We talk of his sports photography, his journey back into analog photography, cyanotypes, and much more. You can find his work on Instagram at bsanfordjr.
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Episode 34 Addendum
I have to make an apology about a bit of episode 34.
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Episode 34: We're going digital with this one!
But not in the way you may think...
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Episode 33: Interview with Birgit Buchart from Lomography USA
In this episode, Suzanne and I have a nice conversation with Birgit Buchart from Lomography USA. We discuss the reintroduction of the famed Lomochrome Turquoise film, its history in a nutshell, how some of the film stocks are come up with, and some requests from both Suzanne and me. I also tell…
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Episode 32: Interview with Aly Chiarello
In this episode, Suzanne and I interview Aly Chiarello who heads up Aly's Vintage Camera Alley on YouTube, Instagram, as well as her website, alysvintagecameraalley.com. We had a nice conversation about how photography has helped her during illness, how she got into analog photography and her...
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Episode 31.5: Lomochrome Turquoise is BACK!!!
What else can I say, but WOW!!!
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Episode 31: The Kodak Brownie Junior Six-16, and why do we shoot vintage???
In this solo episode, I ramble on about a box camera I received, and potential reasons why I shoot old cameras and film. It's a bit sloppy, and I ramble. But...Sante!!!
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Episode 30: Suzanne joins me as Co-host and an interview with Danielle Wrobleski!!!
This is a big episode! Suzanne Pedersen joins me as co-host for the first time, and we interview the fabulous photographer, Danielle Wrobleski. We talk about ambrotypes, the importance of men recognizing and celebrating women for their photography, why we're drawn to what we're drawn, and much more.
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This podcast is designed for budding film photographers, by a budding film photographer. Join me once a month for a discussion of various aspects of film photography, from the joys, to the embarrassing and inevitable mistakes.
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