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LUCIMA Podcast
by Charles
Tune in as we chat with fashion photographers about all things fashion, editorial, beauty, photography and retouching!
Episodes
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No Reference Available
I got an email asking me to share the shoot I did in the slot canyons with Lauren Hurlbut. I have most of the pictures on Instagram but not specifically all in one link like it would be if I were still uploading things to tumblr. Oh well. The photographer wanted to reference my images for a shoot...
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The Chicken and the Egg
A quick response to the podcast yesterday. To get better models you need a better portfolio. Right? Right. But is that what I said? I try and go more in depth to the response yesterday. Inappropriate photographers, variety (depth and specificity), Instagram image selection/layout, create and...
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Managing Perception
I kind of think that this was once a blog post or possibly even another podcast. Too bad. One of the most common questions in my workshops is "What does it take for any given photographer to do what I do?" Most often this question takes the form of, "How do I get to shoot beautiful fashion models...
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Evolution of Style
This podcast is long. But it rewards you in spades if you listen all the way through. It's one of the few that I actually like. When was the last time you heard me say that! This podcast is the result of a conversation I had with a model earlier in the day. We talked about my style and the...
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Rose Bowl Rambling
Did I just make a podcast talking about cycling pain? Jesus Christ. So why do I ride the Rose Bowl group ride Tuesdays/Thursdays? It's dangerous. Painful. And yet it gives me so much. Except what exactly does it give me? And what, if any, are the ties to photography? Listen and find out.
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Monitor Talk
Disclaimer: This stuff is really technical. If you're not interested in color accuracy and listening to my thoughts about it, then this podcast is definitely not for you. This (probably too long of a) podcast is about my brief history with color accurate displays and my challenges and experiences...
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Flow vs. Design
In a Facebook conversation with some photographers I wound up showing some of the shots from the last podcast. Yeah, the one where I said I was disappointed in the results because I wasn't getting proper variety and also that she was always on the ground. Well, I was wrong. Kind of. It turned out...
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Homey Don't Play That!
When the photographer make rookie mistakes during the shoot and the retoucher has to polish these turds. Homey don't play that! This is what happens when you think you're better than you really are. Unfortunately for me, I am both the photographer and the retoucher so basically I'm upset at…
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Pass Interference
Let's say hypothetically your model requests specific photos from the shoot? What do you do? And hypothetically, why does she even have any photos to reference? Oh you hypothetically let her take phone pics of the pictures on your camera? You hypothetical dumbass. This podcast is about process…
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Polishing a Turd and Optimism
Sometimes we don't see the forest from the trees. Sometimes we polish turds. The point is that as photographers this is a tough lesson to learn. Also, being away gives you new perspective. Can we be more optimistic? Why should we be more optimistic? How does one cultivate creativity?
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"I Don't Like Myself Enough to Make Podcasts"
LOL :) For the record San Gabriel Valley is 200 square miles. "This is Really Hard. This is Really Really Hard."
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Philosophy of No Philosophy (Part II)
The following is the formal exposé to the topic. It was written to Tabatha for her professors and her to read for her photography class. As such, there is much overlap between the podcast and the written version below, but not entirely: This was supposed to be a review of my experience with my...
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What I Wanted Out of Capture One
Rather than be a critical about Capture One shortcomings, I look at this question from the other direction. What the hell did I want out of Capture One? The podcast I referenced Capture One (Part III) http://lucima.podomatic.com/entry/2016-08-11T23_38_43-07_00 edit: I really wish C1 had a…
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Response to an Email
Philadelphia is not part of New England. Listen past the point when I prematurely end the podcast. There's a "post script" portion to the podcast. I'm going to stop saying "you know", you know? Wow, there's a really rough learning lesson at the end of the podcast. Brutal. Charles you dream…
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Philosophy of No Philosophy (Part I)
Please forgive me for sounding tired and drowsy. It's a little early for podcasting (apparently). I'll try not to fire up the recorder at 8AM anymore. In this podcast I talk about philosophy of shooting. And Tabatha's critique of my philosophy of shooting. Her conclusion was that I had no...
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Capture One (Part III)
My 30-day trial is over. Now I have to make a decision. Do I buy it or not? My sentiments have shifted over the full 30 days and the answer might surprise you. The word of the day is CONVERGE.
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Driving to Digital Transitions | Phase One Los Angeles
Ken Scott from Digital Transitions invited me to come check their Phase One cameras. Here are my thoughts on my drive over. Then some thoughts on the DJI Phantom 4.
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Video and Drones
5 years ago I went into the local hobby shop to inquire about an RC helicopter capable of handling a DSLR payload. Sans camera and 2nd operator the estimate topped $8k. I failed to mention this in the podcast but this is probably the starting point of it all. Some more background information for...
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Morning Stock
This podcast was supposed to come out before Bait and Switch (Part I) but I released them out of order. Talking about Vegas, a clients, ArsenicTV, treats!, social media, monetizing your audience. "Are we having fun yet?"
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Bait and Switch (Part I)
Nearly a year ago, I told you guys a story about a model who pulled a fast one on me. She agreed to shoot nudity in our texts and then when I arrived to our shoot she reneged on our agreement. (Rules of Engagement and True Intentions http://lucima.podomatic.com/entry/2015-07-29T11_47_11-07_00) So...
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Capture One Impressions (Part II.5)
Talking about gripes! Philosophical ones at least. 1. Heavy dependence upon technology 2. Some benefits come with technology 3. Staying current and how often do you update? 4. Using technology to keep things fresh 5. It's an incremental advantage/improvement that doesn't "rock my world" What...
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Capture One Impressions (Part II)
In this podcast, I delve a little deeper into Capture One and talk about the specific differences that comprise of the tangible visible difference that I asked about in the Facebook Workshop Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/185656974814125/) . Here are the notes: - default sharpening -...
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Capture One Impressions (Part I)
This podcast is about my experience with Capture One. But in order to fully explain my experience and why I'm even looking at Capture One, I have to give you an account of my hardware/software up until this point. This means telling stories about my storage setup, specifically the OWC Helios...
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Meta Analysis
This is a podcast about how I think through questions and answers. A little "behind-the-scenes" look at how I think. If you're so inclined.
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Alpha Models and the Library of Poses
Question: Where did you learn about posing models or are you fortunate enough to have models that already know what looks good?
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Staying Technical A7RII Initial Results (Part II)
SD card failure update. (Re) Examining a few assumptions in my workflow that I haven't looked at in years. Raw converters, Lightroom/Capture One, Photoshop, autofocus modes. Talking about adopting (other) new technologies. As a small extension to our previous conversation(s) Art and Process…
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Staying Technical A7RII Initial Results (Part I)
In the context of shooting a couple tests in one day, I put the new Sony A7RII through the gauntlet and give you guys some very early feedback. Oh and my Sony 32GB 94MB/s card corrupts during the shoot. Thus putting me behind the 8-ball and forcing me to get creative for the rest of the shoot....
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Art and Process (Part III)
Check out (https://www.facebook.com/groups/185656974814125/) for the original post for this reaction. Read this first before listening to the podcast: This was supposed to be a podcast. I recorded it and it sounds horrible. Therefore you’ll have to suffer through the written form of the podcast.…
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Art and Process (Part II)
Round 2! FIGHT! :) Goddamnit, I just listened to this podcast and I can't remember a word of what I said. Either I didn't say anything important or I simply wasn't listening to myself. I wonder if I should be offended? Either for not saying something more memorable or for not paying attention....
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Art and Process
Gallery shows, art, process Do the pictures tell the audience something about me that perhaps I'm not aware of or that the audience isn't aware of? Either obviously or subliminally? Maybe nothing? But if push came to shove I might say it tells you that I'm highly left-brained. And that's why I...
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Water at the Dam
Shooting at the dam but it's flooded. Now what? Leave or make do? How can I even make do? Profile shot shows the dam when it was dry.
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Should You Re-Edit Old Portfolio Pictures?
I got this question from @the78frames on Instagram and there was a brief discussion here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/185656974814125/ "For those who think they found their personal look, what is your opinion on editing past work so it fits better [with the current imagery]?"
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Post Chloe Shoot Thoughts
Working through changeups and being totally flexible. But how much credit do you get when you're working with a model like Chloe?
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Some Dynamics of Volume Shooting - Keeping the Flow!
With models that flow through their poses, everything is dynamic. Acquire focus, compose, recompose, reacquire focus, all without stopping. Kind of along the same lines of kicking the lightstand into the right position without breaking from shooting. Also consider there's nothing you can say or…
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Car Podcast: Pools, Pivoting, Agency Love
Melanie from Photogenics Rosie O'Donnell from Facts of Life Gotta get these names right. Sheesh.
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Tabitha Questions
Since the last podcast I've gotten a short-term intern. She's from France and studying photography so English isn't her first language. Tabitha had the opportunity to see a couple shoots and had some questions regarding those shoots. This of course gives me an challenge to not only think about...
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Post-Maui and Inclusivity
Post-Maui progress report. Addressing the complicated topic of losing perspective as you go farther in your journey as a photographer. And how to bring it full-circle and remember that we were all once beginners.
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Pre-Maui Progress Report
What I'm thinking about before going to Maui. Progress report for the last couple weeks. References in this podcast: Shoot at the rocks: https://www.instagram.com/p/BFuduuIEwiP/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BFw8mu7kwmB/ Projector shoot: https://www.instagram.com/p/BFmzAPBEwou/...
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Fashion Nudity with Kevin Weinert (Part II)
Balls deep part II! Pardon the sound quality. We recorded this over Skype! You can find Kevin and his work on Instagram @kevwphoto
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Fashion Nudity with Kevin Weinert (Part I)
We go balls deep into this subject this time. Yes, I said BALLS DEEP. I literally attempt to exhaust this subject of conversation with Kevin. Why do I shoot it? Who says yes to shooting with me? Why do they say yes to shooting with me? In order to properly answer this question I reverse the roles...
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Fashion Nudity with Brian Venth (Part X)
This is a two-hour podcast. I was going to break it into two or three pieces but what's the point? You're either going to love it or hate it. I'm betting if you've gotten this far, the subject of conversation will interest you. Further. I can't remember what we talk about but really, I can't...
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Fashion Nudity with Brian Venth (Part I)
In this podcast, I shoot fashion nudes with Brian Venth. That was funny until I imagined what that might actually look like. Anyway, Brian (http://brianventh.com) is visiting LA and you might be able to catch him before he leaves. You'll find all the links to his social media and sites there.…
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Not Getting Frazzled About Scheduling
2 shoots and 4 models drop out in a few minutes. This podcast talks about how I schedule shoots, how to address dropouts, and how to learn from these situations.
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Cycles
Defining and recognizing a cycle. Knowing how to stoke a cycle and how to get out of a funk. How I work with my own cycles.
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Drive Podcast: 3 Shoots
I talk about a few shoots I've had in recent history and my thoughts about them. Sorry about the sound quality!
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Drive Podcast: What am I looking for?
What am I literally looking for when I'm shooting? What am I analyzing? What am I processing? What am I aware of? What am I not looking for? I had a chance to think about these questions during a private workshop. The results were a little surprising since it's been a while since I've given this...
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Taken Advantage Of
Photographers often tell me stories where they are the victim of circumstances they create. Everything from letting models and agents choose pictures to retouch, shooting all the new faces at an agency, assembling full teams and paying for extravagant shoots for agency models... And they cry…
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Firing Back with Gianni Skolnick
Getting grilled was no fun. But now that I've had a little bit to process all the questions, I fire back. Photographer Gianni Skolnick visits the studio and I get a chance to bounce my ideas off of him. What is the major difference between a pro and an amateur? Why have I historically hated the...
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Jang Choe Grilling Charles Lucima (Part II)
Part I wasn't enough. I decided to push the conversation and have Jang ask me more questions. This time we talk about skin, makeup, beauty, fashion/clothes, models, nude male models (what???), white/asian/black models, racism in fashion, photographer influences, the fashion nudity movement,...
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Photographer Jang Choe Grilling Charles Lucima (Part I)
I complain when people ask bad questions. And then when they ask good questions, I complain that they're hard questions. You just can't win with me. I invited Atlanta-based photographer Jang Choe to the studio when he mentioned he was coming to LA. Jang is one of the few photographers that has...
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Tune in as we chat with fashion photographers about all things fashion, editorial, beauty, photography and retouching!
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