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The Ordinary Photographer
by Ian Turpin
A photography podcast bringing creativity to people who find it difficult. Film Photography will probably get talked about quite a bit, but creativity is gear agnostic.... Well, I think it is anyway.Email me at [email protected]
Episodes
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Episode 63: Authenticity
Authenticity. Is it important? I think so, which is why I criticise a lot. Maybe I shouldn't. Fancy a recorded chat? Take control out of my hands by emailing me at [email protected]. It'll be fun, I promise. At the very least, it won't be what you expect... Thanks for listening...
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Episode 62: An Ordinary Photographer: Paul N
A fascinating chat with a fascinating photographer who clearly thinks quite deeply about the subjects he approaches. Paul's work is on Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/gentleman_rook/ His exhibition, which was talked about will probably run for one month from Sept 7th until, likely, the…
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Episode 61: An Ordinary Photographer: Paul M
Another chat with an ordinary photographer. This time it's Paul's turn to discuss pollution porn, half man half biscuit, and camera clubs. If that isn't clickbaity I don't know what is. Paul can be found here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulemorgan/ Flickr:...
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Episode 60: An Ordinary Photographer: Sam
A chat with Sam Knight, host of the Photography Musings podcast, and thoroughly nice chap. If I was competent I'd be able to summarise what we talked about, but it went a bit all over the place, so you'll have to listen to find out. See Sam's work: Instagram:...
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Episode 59: Where do we go from here?
Is it down to the lake I fear? Prizes if you know the song, and eye medication if you go watch the video. email: [email protected] Let's do this.
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Episode 58: Film Stuff, Pentax 17, Rollei 35AF and Cheap Ilford FP4!
Show notes are link hell this week... Rollei 35AF JCH Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWz7A2e05Xc Ilford Film: https://www.analoguecameras.co.uk/product/ilford-fp4-type-517-100-35mm-36exp/ Infrared photo conversions from Paul's email:...
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Episode 57: Zines & Infrared
I'm back with something to say. Just a thought about zines with a minor rant towards AI and thoughts about AI content going forward. Followed by a more minor rant about infrared photography and how hard it is on film. Less editing on this one as I CBA. Complaints as usual to...
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Episode 56: How to make a zine
I'm not sure if I've been through this before but after making "Poultry In Motion", I thought I'd try and collate my thoughts into something cohesive. A process for how I make my zines. Not necessarily the right way, or the best way, just "a" way. How do you do yours?...
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Episode 55: Lesson 16: Portraits
After just finishing my latest zine based around portraits, I thought I'd do what was intended to be a brief podcast on the subject. Emails to [email protected]
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Episode 54: Open Bar 1: Dave & Mike
My first attempt at a multi-person chat! Join me as we sit down for a chat with Dave Mihaly and Mike Gutterman of internet fame. We talk of creativity, self-confidence, vintage signs and BMX. Dave Mihaly is aka The Old Camera Guy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theoldcameraguy and is on...
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Episode 53: What's your focal length?
Listening to the Gen-X Photography podcast the other week about 135mm lenses got me thinking. How do you see? I tried so hard to not have any swearing in it too. Failed at the end... Emails to [email protected]
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Episode 52: Overthinking - A Bonus Episode
Sometimes you just have to press record rather than save a title up for 2 more weeks. So a bonus episode today about overthinking. No need for more of a synopsis, it's only 15 minutes... Complaints to [email protected]
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Episode 51 - Emails!
I got some emails. To be honest, the oldest is back from November 2023, but waiting until you have a handful makes things last a bit longer. Criticism, compliments, & comedic comments to [email protected] We'll do another one when we get the volume. Thanks for listening!
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Episode 50: Are You Creative?
It's the half century and I still have more listeners than episodes which is surely a good thing. I kinda had a plan when I started this episode, but as is usual, it derailed in the middle. I think there is swearing in here too as I fluffed up some things and am not sure it's all edited out, so...
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Episode 49: Lesson 15 - HDR & Panoramas
A lesson episode on HDR. What is it, how do you do it and when do you need it? Also tagged Panoramas on there for the sheer twofer joy. Complaints: [email protected]
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Episode 48: When is a zine not a zine?
When it's a book! Another rambling diatribe that's been burbling for a while. Thankyou for continuing to listen! Email me at [email protected] with thoughts, criticism, ideas, or your comedic photographic woes. Oh, and watch out for snakes! (Eegah, MST3K episode 506 w/Richard Kiel)
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Episode 47: The Ethics of Street Photography
Hopefully not too much of a rambling rant. Just because you can take photos in a public place - should you? It's been bothering me for a few weeks now and this is attempt #3 at recording this. Hope you enjoy!
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Episode 46: Creating Art
What is art, when is it good and how do you know if it's good? A clickbait title for sure, but regular listeners will understand that. A few f bombs and s bombs in this one, so listener beware!
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Episode 45: Words of Wisdom from the OCG
It's a shameless reaction podcast (is that even a thing?) to the oldcameraguy's YouTube short. No need to listen to this, just go watch this instead: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/hQX-RoCYLIg Happy New Year to all my listeners. Hope 2024 is peaceful and serene for you all. Ian.
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Episode 44: Ideas for 2024
Interested in a project for 2024? Perhaps this podcast will give you an idea. No cost, no need for more gear. Email the podcast at [email protected] Crazy YouTuber: https://www.youtube.com/@arhphotographic A 365 with 365 cameras instead of 365 photos. Mad, but very cool. Check…
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Episode 43: Squaring The Circle
Just a quick review of the Netflix documentary I found called "Squaring the Circle" about Hipgnosis and the images behind some of the greatest album covers of all time.
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Episode 41: Colouring Outside The Lines
I had toothache. And Ibuprofen. And wine. Please listen responsibly.
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Episode 40: Lesson 14 - Black & White Photography
What should be a beginner chat on black & white photography that descends into film talk and a mild (unsponsored!) ad for TrueGrain 2. Neg pos episode on the Zone system (look for episode 426): https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/negative-positives-podcast-426/id1296949768?i=1000630814558 True...
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Episode 39: Watching TV Is Good For Your Photography
Another week, another episode.... This week is mostly about cinematography and movie directing. Watch an unusual version of Raiders of the Lost Ark here: https://extension765.com/blogs/soderblog/raiders Just scroll down to the bottom of the blog post to watch it.
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Episode 38: Burnout & Waffles
More waffle than anything else with a 10 minute moaning opener to get you started. Pretty much fast forward exactly 10 minutes to skip it. New project ideas, my reason for burning out, and how I'm getting out of it. Your mileage may very well vary! Any interest in a new collaborative toilet zine...
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Episode 37: My New Digital Camera
Feels like a bit of a love-in for a new camera. This podcast is gear agnostic. This episode isn't. Nothing useful to hear in this episode. Just the quirks of living in our fair country and being English. Multiple f-bombs too. Sorry. email complaints to [email protected]
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Episode 36: What good looks like
What does good look like? I fail to answer this question, but do manage to talk about the exciting news that Hollywood money, Dude enthusiasm, and German engineering are looking to make a new Widelux. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tHl4yAP6qc
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Episode 35: Lesson 13: Shooting Film
Part of the advanced course I ran, this is just a summary of what's involved in shooting film if you wanted to have a go but were too afraid to ask. Things to look out for, things to think about, and APS cameras to avoid.
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Episode 34: Fun & Failure Start Out The Same Way
Failure. How it can be demoralising and, over the 17 minutes, how you can talk yourself into getting something positive from it. Or try to... The title is from a poster. Guesses via email at [email protected] Has the occasional S-bomb. I tried.
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Episode 33 : A New Zine
29 minutes of me waffling about making my latest zine. £5 if you want a laugh, with all profits going to St Luke's Hospice in Cheshire. https://www.slhospice.co.uk/ Email me if you want one! ; [email protected]
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Episode 32: AI in Photography
I had an email from the RPS about AI in photography. It was a bit weird, so I thought I'd talk about it. Your thoughts & opinions appreciated: [email protected] Questions: (Q1-4 are all "Yes/No/Maybe" choices) 1. Do we need traditional photography if images created by AI are...
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Episode 31: Lesson 12 : Wrapping Up
Just the final episode in the Lesson series for now. It's not worth me doing the Intermediate & Advanced courses as they contain a lot of reviewing of previous material which would be pointless when folks can just go relisten to the episodes. If you want the handouts that go with the course, drop...
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Episode 30 : Lesson 11 : Gear & Software
Hoods, Tripods, Filters, Software, raw vs jpeg, and even camera bags. the mixed bag of all the stuffs that people can buy that isn't a camera or a lens.
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Episode 29: Interview with Richard
My first interview! It's not the best, engineering wise. Any experts in nailing down earth hums, please get in touch! This week I have a chat with long time encourager of the podcast, Richard Hall. Yes. After promising chats with ordinary photographers, I finally deliver. 3.5 years too late....
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Episode 28 : Lesson 10 : Feedback & Critique
Improving your photography with feedback and critique. [email protected] for complaints.
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Episode 27: Lesson 9 : Composition
A nice relaxing listen (hopefully!) this week where I just talk about composition and how it can pretty up your photos. tl;dl - Tools, not rules! email: [email protected]
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Episode 26 : Self-Doubt
It's a bit whiny and self indulgent this week, so please don't listen if you're easily offended. tl;dl - I'm after some guidance on dealing with self-doubt, because I've got lots of it and want a bit less. email: [email protected]
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Episode 25: Lesson 8 : Lenses, focal length and sensors.
Lenses, focal length & sensors... The last of the technical stuff hopefully! Email me at [email protected]. Unless you want to improve my SEO. Or my website. Or help your uncle with a financial problem. Or offer me a bride from somewhere. In which case - don't.
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Episode 24 : Lesson 7 : Focussing & Blurred Photos
A quick one this week discussing focus, it's importance, and blurred photos - what causes them and how to avoid them. No homework either. Easy peasy. Contact me at [email protected] if you have any questions!
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Episode 23 : Lesson 6 : Making An Exposure
This episode is about understanding the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture. I cover the automatic modes your camera has, as well as the semi-automatic modes, auto-ISO, and exposure compensation. This would suit someone who has listened to the previous episodes on shutter speed,...
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Episode 22: Practise Makes Perfect
A Ted Viera length episode without the sexy voice. What can I say. Just been thinking about how practise can really help you become a better photographer. So yep. Nothing to see here. Move along. Complain to [email protected]
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Episode 21 : Lesson 5 : Aperture for Beginners
In this episode we continue the technical journey by talking about aperture. Aimed at complete beginners who know nothing about photography, this lesson talks about aperture, what it is, how it works, and what effects it might have. If you're new, consider listening to previous lessons before…
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Episode 20: Pushing Black & White Film
Just a quick podcast on pushing black & white film and my research & thoughts on it. Email me with heckling/shouting/feedback at [email protected] Referenced stuffs: Professor Agar's video on Developing Your Film Wrong: https://youtu.be/OdpfRqDDZyw My posts over on Talk...
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Episode 19 : Lesson 4 : ISO for Beginners
In this episode we continue the technical journey by talking about ISO. Aimed at complete beginners who know nothing about photography, this lesson talks about ISO, what it is, how it works, and what effects it might have. If you're new, consider listening to previous lessons so that things make…
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Episode 18: Paper
I just spent the last few days making over 90 prints of the same test photo on different paper. This is 28 minutes of me telling you about it, so if you have an option to watch paint dry, feel free! tl;dl - All the papers I tried give great results.
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Episode 17 : Lesson 3 : Shutter Speed for Beginners
In this episode we start the technical journey by talking about shutter speed. Aimed at complete beginners who know nothing about photography, this lesson talks about shutter speed, what it is, how it works, and what effects it might have. If you're new, consider listening to Lessons 1 & 2 before...
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Episode 16 : Lesson 2 : Research, Assignment & Homework!
I'm figuring this out as I go along I reckon. E15 is about the importance of research to any photographic journey. Book referenced : https://amzn.to/3FhdHVK (Referral link - helps to support the show. Search for "Taschen 20th Photography" if you don't want to click!) --- Homework (if you're...
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Episode 15: Inspiration & Thanks
A brief few words about inspiration and how helpful it can be. Mike's Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mikegutterman Adam & Scott's Podcast: https://uk-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/the-creative-pursuit-podcast Mandy's Work: https://www.instagram.com/theimagewitch/ Richard's Website:...
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Episode 14: Lesson 1 : Beginners Start Here
This is the first lesson in my beginners course. If you want to know what the course is about, as well as get cracking with how to take a great photograph, have a listen. This course covers equal amounts technical as well as creative. Not just shutter speed, aperture and ISO, but composition,...
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Episode 13: I'm back!
Unlucky for some, E13 is just a "what's happening?" return and a teaser for the future. Email me at [email protected] if you like.
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A photography podcast bringing creativity to people who find it difficult. Film Photography will probably get talked about quite a bit, but creativity is gear agnostic.... Well, I think it is anyway.Email me at [email protected]
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