The Visual Storytelling Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Gaston Shutters, a street photographer known for his cinematic black and white images that capture raw, human moments in urban life.We talk about what he’s really looking for when he shoots, how he developed a consistent visual language, and why emotion matters more than perfection. We also explore his transition from creator to founder, and the story behind Owlkrown, a brand built from his own needs as a photographer.This is a conversation about seeing differently, building with intention, and turning a point of view into something tangible.⸻Follow Gaston ShuttersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gastonshutters/ Discover OwlkrownWebsite: https://www.owlkrown.com/ ⸻Support & Links:Subscribe and leave a rating on your favorite podcast app: it helps more creators discover the show.Prefer video? Join a growing community of more 10,600 visual storytellers on YouTube:⁠youtube.com/fredranger ⁠Explore my latest photography zine:⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠Get 10% off when using code FRED10 on Audiio: ⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠Get 10% off a high quality Oberwerth bag with code FREDRANGER10Support the podcast (ad-free):⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠Connect with me:Email: [email protected] / Threads / YouTube: @fredrangerWebsite: ⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com⁠

In this episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I sit down with UK-based photographer and writer Ben Holbrook.We dive into his approach to visual storytelling, the role of writing in photography, and how he’s built a thoughtful body of work through his platform, Driftwood Journals. Ben shares insights on creativity, consistency, and finding your voice in a crowded visual world.Explore more of Ben’s work:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benholbrook/ Website: https://www.driftwoodjournals.com/ Support & Links:Subscribe and leave a rating on your favorite podcast app: it helps more creators discover the show.Prefer video? Join a growing community of more 10,600 visual storytellers on YouTube:youtube.com/fredranger Explore my latest photography zine:fredranger.com/storeGet 10% off when using code FRED10 on Audiio: Audiio for CreatorsBuild your website with Squarespace (10% off code: FREDRANGER):squarespace.comSupport the podcast (ad-free):buymeacoffee.com/fredrangerConnect with me:Email: [email protected] / Threads / YouTube: @fredrangerWebsite: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In the opening episode of 2026 of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I interviewed Carolane Ferland, a Quebec-based photographer who specializes in weddings, newborns, and travel photography. You can see more of her work on her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caroferland/ and her professional portfolio here: https://www.instagram.com/carolaneferlandphotos////Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favourite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of more than 10,300 visual storytellers at ⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠.Check out my latest photography zine at ⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠⁠.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: ⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠⁠.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠..Let’s connect:Email: [email protected]: @fredranger on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠Web: ⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

Join us in the studio for this in-person episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, where we talk with Kevin Moody, a talented Montreal-based portrait photographer originally from France. Discover more of Kevin's work on his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinmoody////Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favourite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of more than 10,300 visual storytellers at ⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠.Check out my latest photography zine at ⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠⁠.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: ⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠⁠.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠..Let’s connect:Email: [email protected]: @fredranger on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠Web: ⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

On this episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I chat with Henley Bailey, photographer and founder of Akara Labs. He's a passionate photographer and creator of some of the thinnest cases for cameras.Find out more:Akara Labs website: https://akaralabs.com/ Henley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/henley.bailey/ ///Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at ⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠.Check out my latest photography zine at ⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠⁠.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: ⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠⁠.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠..Let’s connect:Email: [email protected]: @fredranger on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠Web: ⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I sit down with Ukrainian photographer Serhii Diedushev to explore his poetic approach to photography, shaped by minimalism, arthouse cinema, and the realities of war in his home country.I was personally left speechless by how Serhii manages to create such meaningful and timeless art while war rages at his very doorstep.We talk about:The impact of the war in Ukraine on his documentary workWhy storytelling and meaning matter more than technical perfectionHis passion for film photography, darkroom work, and gear (yes, plenty of Leica talk!)How social media and AI are reshaping photography todayAdvice for aspiring photographers on slowing down, noticing light, and creating work with depthResources & MentionsSerhii’s Instagram: @mahno47Vladyslav KrasnoshchokMikhail PalinchakCamera Lucida by Roland BarthesOn Photography by Susan SontagSerhii’s images don’t just capture moments — they make you feel and think. This is a conversation about art, resilience, and the power of photography to connect us across borders.///Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at ⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠.Check out my latest photography zine at ⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠⁠.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: ⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠⁠.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠..Let’s connect:Email: [email protected]: @fredranger on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠Web: ⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

Join us on this episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast as we speak with Dean Hinnant, a photographer from Nebraska who documents life in the Midwest.Discover more about Deans’s work on his Insta at https://www.instagram.com/dean_hinnant ///Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at ⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠.Check out my latest photography zine at ⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠⁠.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: ⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠⁠.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠..Let’s connect:Email: [email protected]: @fredranger on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠Web: ⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

Join us on The Visual Storytelling Podcast as we reconnect with the incredibly talented photographer and instructor, John Hendrick. With his unique journey and insights, John shares his experiences and stories that have shaped his path in the world of photography. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a true artist and friend!Discover more about John's work on his website: at johnhendrick.comWe also mentioned his Substack: johnhendrick.substack.com///Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at ⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠.Check out my latest photography zine at ⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: ⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at ⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠..Let’s connect:Email: [email protected]: @fredranger on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠Web: ⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week on The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I had an insightful conversation with Ashley Riffo, the Editor of Street Photography Magazine, and Bob Patterson, the Founder and Publisher. We discussed their journey in releasing a printed book titled “Where The Street Lead,” which delves into the personal sanctuaries where 53 street photographers create their most compelling work. I was honoured to have one of my photos featured in the book.Don’t miss out on grabbing your copy of “Where The Streets Lead” here: https://streetphotographymagazine.com/where-the-streets-lead/Follow Ashley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashley_riffo/And follow Bob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rbpatt////Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at ⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠.Check out my latest photography zine at ⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: ⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at ⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠..Let’s connect:Email: [email protected] Social: @fredranger on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠Web: ⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week on The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I enjoyed discussing with Bay Area Photographer, Videographer and fellow Youtuber Dave Herring. In this episode, we explore: • His unique journey into the world of photography • What it means to be a photographer in 2024 • His experience with Leica cameras • His view on social media • His sources of inspiration • Tips for young photographers Discover more about Dave's work on his website: at dave.online Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at ⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠. Check out my latest photography zine at ⁠fredranger.com/store⁠. For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: ⁠Audiio for Creators⁠. Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at ⁠squarespace.com⁠. Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠. Let’s connect: Email: [email protected] Social: @fredranger on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Threads⁠, and ⁠YouTube⁠ Web: ⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week on The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Greg Hatton (aka @renaissanceman), a talented photographer and filmmaker based in Los Angeles. In this episode, we explore: • His unique journey into the world of photography • His approach to travel and lifestyle photography • His experience with Leica cameras • How sharing your work can be beneficial • His sources of inspiration • Tips for aspiring photographers Discover more about Greg’s work on Instagram and his YouTube Channel. Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at youtube.com/fredranger. Check out my latest photography zine at fredranger.com/store. For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: Audiio for Creators. Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at squarespace.com. Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger. Let’s connect: Email: [email protected] Social: @fredranger on Instagram, Threads, and YouTube Web: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week on The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing New York-based travel and lifestyle photographer Marcus Lloyd. In this episode, we dive into: - His unique journey into the world of photography - His approach to travel and lifestyle photography - His journey to shooting with Leica cameras - The delicate balance of using social media - Who inspires him - Tips for aspiring photographers Discover more about Marcus' work on his Instagram and website //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel, where we've built a growing community of close to 10,000 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio, and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace to get 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠Youtube⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week on The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the New-York based photographer and filmmaker, Jason Roman, also known online as @stockezy. It took literally year to make this conversation happen, but we finally found some time in our busy schedule to record this insightful conversation. In this episode, we dive into: - Jason's unique journey into the world of photography - His philosophy on capturing moments that tell a story - His recent collaboration with Leica and why he enjoys the shooting experience on Leica cameras - The challenges and rewards of street photography - Techniques for aspiring photographers looking to improve their craft - Jason's future projects and where he sees his photography evolving Discover more about Jason's work on his Instagram. //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 10,000 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace to get 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Youtube and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week I chatted with Portland-based photographer Brian Atkins⁠. In this episode, we talked about: How he got started in photography What inspires him His love for Leica cameras How he wants to leave a legacy And more! You can find out more about Brian on his Instagram and his website and YouTube channel //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 10,000 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week I enjoyed connecting with Tyson Martin, photographer and creator of the Life Of Phys Podcast. In this episode, we talked about: How he got started in photography How photography helped him go through tough times in his life What inspires him Why he started The Life Of Phys Podcast A secret (not so secret) announcement about a future collaboration between our two shows And more! You can find out more about Tyson on his Instagram ⁠⁠⁠ and his excellent podcast: Life Of Phys //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 9300 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at ⁠⁠squarespace.com⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

For the first episode of 2024, I had the pleasure of connecting with Todd Korol, an experienced editorial and corporate photographer living and working in Calgary, Alberta, Canada In this episode, we talked about: How he got started in photography What tools does he use to tell stories How transformative it was to meet William Albert Allard How he stays inspired after all those years And more! You can find out more about Todd on his website here: ⁠https://www.toddkorol.com/ or Instagram here: ⁠@toddkorol and his Youtube channel here: ⁠YouTube⁠ //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 9200 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at ⁠squarespace.com⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠, ⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

Wrapping up the year on a high note! 🎉 In our latest episode, I had the privilege of delving deep into the world of visual storytelling with the incredible photographer, Baran Asghari. Our conversation was nothing short of profound, making it one of the most captivating discussions I've had on this podcast. Baran generously shared her personal journey, creative process, and the secrets behind her unique style—a masterclass in leveraging storytelling elements that will undoubtedly ignite inspiration in our listeners, myself included! Explore more of Baran's captivating work on Instagram: ⁠@clickwhenwordsfail⁠, dive into her creative universe at clickwhenwordsfail.com⁠, and discover her fascinating Vogue profile. But that's not all! I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all you amazing listeners. Thanks to your support, this year has been the most successful one for the podcast. 🙌 As we bid farewell to 2023, I'll be taking a short hiatus for a photo expedition to the enchanting Sayulita, Mexico. But fear not! I'll return in a few weeks with even more engaging episodes, stories, and inspiring guests. Here's to a creative and successful 2024 ahead for each and every one of you. Cheers to new adventures and endless possibilities! Warm regards, Fred 📷🎙️ //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 10 000 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Youtube ⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

Trying something new this week. The idea to regroup 5 passionate documentary photographers with different backgrounds and record our conversation came from friend and photographer Andy Eclov. The result? Well, if you enjoyed listening to it as much as we enjoyed recording it, this will be a new series on the Podcast! So let us know through a review, an email or via a poll on Spotify so we know you want more conversations like this one. In this new episode, we talked about: How a simple choice of lens can impact your photography style The camera we use to tell our stories and why How to start and complete a long projects The challenges and benefits of printing a book or a zine And more! Follow the guests and hosts on Insta: Andy Eclov Matt Day Steven Clouse Reid Haithcock Fred Ranger //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 9 000 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger My latest Blurb Staff Pick photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads, Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had a great conversation with Canadian photographer, educator and Youtuber now based in the UK, Kyle McDougall. In this new episode, we talked about: How he got started in photography What tools does he use to tell stories The process of printing a book Long term projects What's next for him And more! You can find out more about Kyle's on his website here: kmcdougall.com or Instagram here: @kyle__mcdougall  and his Youtube channel here //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 9000 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads, Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had a great conversation with Tokyo-based photographer and visual artist, Ulysses Aoki. In this new episode, we talked about: How he got started in photography What tools does he use to tell stories AI in photography What and who inspires him What projects he's currently working on And more! You can find out more about Ulysses on his website here: https://ulysses-aoki.com/ or Instagram here: @ulysses_aoki and his Youtube channel here: YouTube //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8600 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads, Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I enjoyed chatting with San Antonio photographer, Devin De Leon. In this new episode, we talked about: How he got started in photography How finding what you're the happiest shooting will become your best work Why he chooses the Leica system as his primary tool to tell stories What fuels his passion for portrait photography The San Antonio Photographers community Who inspires him And more! You can find out more about Devin on his website here: https://www.devindeleonphoto.com/ or Instagram here: @devindeleonphoto //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8600 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads, Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Brussels-based photographer, Octavian Carare. In this new episode, we talked about: How he got started in photography His use of black and white Why he chooses the Leica Q system as his main tool to tell stories What fuels his passion for street photography How sharing his journey on Youtube has brought him value Who inspires him And more! You can find out more about Octavian on his website here: octavianstreet.com or Instagram here: @octaviancarare //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8600 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a website? Use code Fredranger at Squarespace to get 10% off at squarespace.com You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads, Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this week's show, I have a great conversation with New York-based film photographer Kate Anderson this week. In this new episode, we talked about: How she got started in Photography Why she prefers shooting film over digital What camera she uses and how she chooses between 120 and 35mm What makes her stop for a photo on the streets or when she travels What and who inspires her to keep shooting And more! You can find out more about Kate here: kviiifilm.com or Instagram here: @kviii_film //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8600 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store?category=Zine ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I chatted with photographer and Co-founder of The RAW Society, Jorge Delgado-Ureña. In this new episode, we talked about: How he got started in Photography How he transitioned from documenting graffiti art to graphic design to travel/street photography today How he co-founded The RAW Society community What makes a good image His preferred travel kit His inspiration from masters, local photographers, and other artists And more! You can find out more about Jorge on Substack here: jorgedelgadourena.substack.com or Instagram here: @jorgedelgadophoto The RAW Society Community: therawsociety.org/the-raw-society //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8500 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store?category=Zine ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I enjoyed chatting with Nashville-based photographer, Hunter Hart. In this new episode, we talked about: What brought him to Photography His use of black and white How he uses his OCD and ADHD as an advantage What makes a good image Working and running a photo business with his wife His inspiration And more! You can find out more about Hunter on his website here: hehunterhart.com or Instagram here: @hunterhartphoto //// Ensure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8500 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store?category=Zine ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with L.A.-based photographer and instructor, Dotan Saguy. In this new episode, we talked about: What brought him from the corporate tech world to Photography His use of black and white Why he chooses the Leica M system as his main tool to tell stories His post-processing process How he went about publishing books What tips he has for young aspiring photographers And more! You can find out more about Dotan on his website here: dotansaguy.com or Instagram here: @dotansaguy //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8500 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store?category=Zine ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with super-talented UK-based photographer, Dan Baker who lives and photographs at the seaside. In this new episode, we talked about: What brought him to Photography in the first place How the seaside helped shape the photographer he is today Why he chooses the Leica M11 as his main tool to tell stories His post-processing process What and who inspires him What's projects he's currently working on And more! You can find out more about Dan on his website here: danbaker.me or Instagram here: @danbaker //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store?category=Zine ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Chillicothe, Ohio photographer, Youtuber, and all-around great guy, the one and only Matt Day. In this new episode, we talked about: What brought him to Photography in the first place How living in a small town has helped shape the photographer he is today How photography helped her deal with depression Why he chooses the Leica M11 monochrome as his main tool to tell stories his process of documenting everyday life How Youtube change his Life The reason why he likes shooting film What inspires him What's projects he's currently working on And more! You can find out more about Matt on his website here: mattdayphoto.com or Instagram here: @⁠mattdayphoto //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store?category=Zine ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Oslo, Norway photographer, Henriette Sagfjord. In this new episode, we talked about: How she discovered her passion for Photography at an early age Her passion and appreciation for dark and moody visual storytelling How the surrealism movement helped her shape her style How photography helped her deal with depression Why she chooses the Leica Q2 and SL system How she does her unique self-portraits in nature What's next for her And more! You can find out more about Henriette on his website here: www.henriettesagfjord.com or Instagram here: @henriettesagfjord //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store?category=Zine ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Washington photographer, Cheriss May. In this new episode, we talked about: How a layoff helped her transition from graphic design to full-time Photography Her passion and appreciation for visual storytelling How she got to photograph the President at the white house and on the road Why she chooses the Leica system for her pro and personal work Who inspires her What's next for her And more! You can find out more about Cheriss on her website here: cherissmay.com or Instagram here: @cherissmay //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠⁠fredranger.com/store?category=Zine ⁠⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Stockholm based street photographer, Payman Hazheer. In this new episode, we talked about: How he got started in the Photography His passion for street photography His use of black and white Why he chooses the Leica Monochrome as his daily driver Who inspires him on a daily basis What's next for him And more! You can find out more about Payman on his website here: www.paymannen.com or Instagram here: @paymanmen⁠⁠ //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠⁠fredranger.com/store?category=Zine ⁠⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠⁠ You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠⁠ Let's connect: Email: ⁠⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠⁠ Social: ⁠⁠@fredranger⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠Vero⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with photographer Chris Facey In this new episode, we talked about: How he got started in the Photography His passion for street photography How photographing protests helped him become a better photographer Who inspires him on a daily basis Tips for young photographers What's next for him And more! You can find out more about Chris on Instagram here: ⁠@coco.butter.shutter //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: ⁠youtube.com/fredranger⁠ My latest photography zine can be found here: ⁠fredranger.com/store?category=Zine ⁠ Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: ⁠Audiio for Creators⁠ You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠⁠ . Let's connect: Email: ⁠visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com⁠ Social: ⁠@fredranger⁠ on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, and ⁠Vero⁠ and on the web at ⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with photographer and Clever Supply Co. Founder, Todd Balsley. In this new episode, we talked about: How got started in the Photography business How a simple gifted little leather key clip led to him starting a leather good company The importance of aligning your passion with work Who inspires him today Tip for young photographers and entrepreneurs What's next for him and his company And more! You can find out more about Todd's exceptionally well-built hand-crafted camera straps and bags here: https://cleversupply.co He's also on Instagram here: @cleversupplyco //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8300 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine  Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠ . Let's connect: Email: visualstorytelling @ fredranger.com Social: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram, and Vero and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this new episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with West Michigan-based photographer Lukas Vanderlende. We talked about: How got started in Photography How having a supportive family has helped him develop as an artist Why he now uses Leica cameras Who inspires him today The importance of long-term storytelling-driven projects vs single images And more!  You can find out more about Lukas's work on his Instagram here: @lukasvanderlende or on his website at: lukasvanderlende.com //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8200 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine  Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠ . Let's connect: Email: visualstorytellingpodcast @ fredranger.com Social: @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram Vero & Grainery and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this new episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with my friend Director, DOP, and Photographer Lucas Rupnik. We talked about: How got started in Photography How he draws inspiration from movies What is it like to be a full-time Director What makes a great image The role of storytelling in his photography and filmmaking And more!  You can find out more about Lucas's work and his books on his website here on his Instagram: @lucasrupnik or here: https://linktr.ee/lrupnik //// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8200 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine  Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠ . Let's connect: Email: visualstorytellingpodcast @ fredranger.com Social: @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram Vero & Grainery and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this inspiring episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with editorial and documentary photographer Andy Eclov. We talked about: How skateboarding and music kickstarted his love for photography How long-term personal projects fuel his passion Why he uses a Leica camera as his main personal projects tool How he published photography books The importance of having a tight community you can share ideas with What's next for him And more!  You can find out more about Andy's work and his books on his website here  www.andyeclovphoto.com and on his Instagram: @plasticbath Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8200 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine  Want to know where I get my great licensed music tracks? Simple it's Audiio and you can get 10% off using this link: Audiio for Creators You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at ⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠ . Let's connect: Email: visualstorytellingpodcast @ fredranger.com Social: @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram Vero & Grainery and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with With Wired Magazine Co-Founder, Photographer, and NY Times Best Selling Author Kevin Kelly. We talked about: How traveling to 35 Asian countries has fueled his desire to capture and document stories What keeps inspired His photo book Vanishing Asia How artists can take advantage of AI and how it's changing the Photography industry Tips on how to live a meaningful life And more! To buy his beautiful photography book Vanishing Asia: https://amzn.to/3JZGrFp Or the upcoming book Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I'd Known Earlier: https://amzn.to/3JzsuN2 To learn more about Kevin and his work, visit kk.org or see his daily AI-generated images on Twitter: @kevin2kelly /// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8000 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger   My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine   You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger  . Let's connect: hello at fredranger.com @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram and Vero  and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this episode, I have a conversation with Photographer / Film Director Stephane Kossmann. He is also the founder and president of Pierrevert Nuits Photographiques, Essaouira Nuits Photographiques, and Photographic Nights of Selma. You can find more about Stephane's work and the events he organizes here: www.stephanekossmann.com www.stephanekossmann.photo www.lesnuitsdepierrevert.com Instagram : @stephanekossmannphotographer  /// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8000 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger . Let's connect via: Email: hello @ fredranger.com Socials: @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram and Vero Web: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

I had the pleasure of chatting with French photographer, author, and educator Valérie Jardin. In this episode, we talked about: What is her biggest learning from 10 years of teaching workshops  What keeps her inspired day after day Tips for young photographers AI in Photography How limitations can boost your creativity And more! To learn more about Valérie and her work, visit valeriejardinphotography.com or Instagram @valeriejardin *The audio isn't as good as usual on this episode due to tech issues, but it will be back to normal for the next ones I promise :-) /// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8000 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger   My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine   You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger  . Let's connect: hello at fredranger.com @fredranger on Twitter, Instagram and Vero  and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

I had the pleasure of chatting with Ritchie Roesch, Fuji x Weekly & RitchieCam Founder. In this episode, we talked about: His start in photography What motivated him to start the Fuji X Weekly site The power of the Community What Fujifilm Cameras he prefers What he likes to shoot AI in Photography What's next for the platforms he created And more! /// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 8000 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger  My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine  You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger . Let's connect: hello at fredranger.com @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram Vero & Grainery and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

I had the pleasure of chatting with very talented New Hampshire-based women photographer Jean-Marie Detcher. In this inspiring episode, we talked about: Her start in photography What motivates her to pick up a camera and shoot consistently What makes a good image Why she uses Leica as her main system Why being a woman in photography isn't always easy Where she gets inspiration and her favorite photographers And more!  You can find out more about Jean-Marie's work on Instagram: @detcherphotography and @jm.streetphotography on Vero: jmstreetphotography and on the web at www.detcherphotography.com  /// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of close to 8000 like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger  My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine  You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger  . Let's connect: hello at fredranger.com @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram Vero & Grainery and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this episode, I chat with San Antonio based Photographer and friend, John Hendrick. John is a very talented artist with such a unique story to tell. We talked about: • How he got started in photography • How his unique background helped shape the photographer he is today • How to get out of a creative rut • How social media can be a double-edged sword • The gear he uses to tell his stories • What gets him excited and what are his next projects  And more! You can find John's work on his website here: https://www.johnhendrick.com and his Instagram feed here: @jhendrick_photo and on Vero here: @jhendrick_photo  /// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 7K like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine  You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger  . Let's connect: hello at fredranger.com  @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram Vero & Grainery and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this episode, I chat with one of my favorite photographers: the inspirational Phil Penman. Phil is a UK-born, NY-based photographer who has documented the rapid flux of New York City's streets for over 25 years. He is also a passionate photography teacher and has been identified as one of the "52 Most Influential Street Photographers" alongside industry legends, Henri Cartier-Bresson and Sebastião Salgado. We talked about: How he got started in photography How he went from being a celebrity photographer (and hated it) to a street photographer (and loving it) How success can't be an overnight thing How to play the Social media algorithm game What made him choose Leica as a creative tool What gets him excited and what are his next projects  And more! You can find Phil's work on his website here: philpenman.com and his beautiful Instagram feed here: @philpenman /// Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 7K like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger . Let's connect: hello at fredranger.com  @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this episode, I chat with Bob Patterson, Founder, and Publisher of Street Photography Magazine and podcast. We talked about: How he got started with photography Why he created the Street Photography Magazine How a magazine helps you slow down in a world of fast-paced media consumption  How he ended up shooting with Leica cameras (and Fujifilm) What makes a great image What's next for the great community he built And more! Find The Street Photography Magazine here: streetphotographymagazine.com and Bob's excellent podcast here: streetphotographymagazine.com/category/podcast/ and Bob'instagram here: @rbpatt. Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 7K like-minded visual storytellers here: youtube.com/fredranger My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger . Let's connect: hello at fredranger.com @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this episode, I chat with Ricky Huerta (Aka Ricky Chan) the founder of the Leica Street Photography Collective and podcast and an all-around great photographer. We talked about: How he got started in street photography Why created the LSPC and podcast communities  Why does he prefer to shoot black and white What makes a great image The importance of connecting with stories and moments through photography the benefits of shooting for yourself and not for social media And more! Find Ricky on Instagram here: @xx_ixvi_xx and his podcast here: Leica Street Photography Collective Make sure you are subscribed and rate the show on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! If you are more of a visual person, make sure to subscribe to my Youtube channel where we've built a growing community of more than 7K like-minded visual storytelling here: youtube.com/fredranger  My latest photography zine can be found here: fredranger.com/store?category=Zine  You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger  . Let's connect: hello at fredranger.com @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this episode, I talk about how social media can be harmful to creators if it's your only source of inspiration and I offer alternatives. Make sure you are subscribed and rate on your favorite podcast app if you like what you hear! My latest photography zine can be found here: blurb.ca/b/10968097-silo-5  You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger See some of my latest book recommendations on my Youtube channel here: youtube.com/fredranger   . Let's connect: hello at fredranger.com @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com

In this episode, I talk about how photography can be therapy for a lot of us creative people. Make sure you are subscribed and rate on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear! My latest photography zine that I referenced in the episode can be found here: https://www.blurb.ca/b/10968097-silo-5    You can also support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger  . Let's connect: hello at fredranger.com @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com 

You can support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger In this episode, I talk about why I ALWAYS carry one of my cameras with me and how it helps me stay saine and creative. Make sure you are subscribed and rate on your favourite podcast app if you like what you hear! . You can find me on the socials: @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram  and on the web at thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com   .

Just a quick upload to say hello and share my thoughts and first impressions on what I think might be the ultimate podcast creator tool: the Rodecaster Pro. You can support this no ads and free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger  /// Subscribe to The Visual Storytelling Podcast on Apple Podcasts Spotify Podcasts Google Podcasts On the web / Anchor And don't hesitate to rate the show (it helps a lot) or send us an Email. Find @fredranger on Twitter and Instagram and the web at fredranger.com

In a world where everything needs to be delivered faster (thanks Amazon ;-) I explore the power of slowing your photography down to recharge, connect with the elements and how it can inspire you to find more purpose in your creativity.