This Week in Photo (TWiP)
This Week in Photo (TWiP) is a weekly podcast that rounds up news and developments from across the photography world. Episodes cover camera and gear announcements, industry happenings, and practical techniques for shooting and editing. The show also features discussions and interviews with photographers about their work and the business side of the craft. It is aimed at hobbyists and working professionals who want to stay current with photography trends.
Episodes
From Ansel Adams to Steve Jobs: The Evolution of Photography’s Hall of Fame
An in-depth conversation about the organization's mission, evolution, and vision for photography's future.
Generative AI and the Evolution of Art: Insights from Colin Smith
Colin Smith of Photoshop Cafe explores the seismic shift generative AI prompted in the creative industry.
The Power of Personal Projects: Lessons from Keron Psillas
Keron Psillas joins the show to explore the transformative power of personal projects—and why they matter now more than ever.
Celebrating the 2025 Flickr x Black Women Photographers Grant!
Live-streamed announcement of the winner and runners up of the 2025 Flickr x BWP Grant!
Matthew Jordan Smith: The Power of Personal Projects, Persistence, and Print
We explore the powerful connection between personal projects, photography's future, and staying true to your vision.
Remembering Kevin W. Raber
The photography industry has just lost a "full-stop" of light.
Beyond the Frame: Genesis Falls on Film Photography, Authenticity and Representation
I sat down with Genesis "Geno" Falls, a Chicago-based film photographer whose work cuts through the digital noise with striking black-and-white film portraiture that captures raw human moments.
Flickr at 21: When Your Favorite Photo Platform Can Finally Buy You a Drink
Flickr hits a milestone worth celebrating - 21 years of giving photographers a true home for their work.
Adventure & Automotive Photography with Devan Ence
Explore the intersection of fly fishing and automotive photography!
The Surprising State of Photography: Flickr’s 2024 Year in Review
Rob Grimm joins the podcast to explore Flickr's fascinating 2024 Year in Review.
“I Was a Storyteller,” with Troy Miller
Renowned wedding photographer Troy Miller opens up about his recent creative exploration into AI-assisted music creation
They Called Us Liars! AI Pioneer Speaks!
Topaz Labs is aiming to change the photography game — again.
1% for the Planet, and Flickr Join Forces for the Environment
Kate Williams, the CEO of 1% for the Planet, sheds light on how her organization has helped businesses worldwide take on environmental responsibility.
Speed Up Your SmugMug Uploads with Apple Shortcuts
A Demo the SmugMug iOS apps newest feature - Apple Shortcuts support!
Photoshop, and Moving Beyond AI – with Dave Cross
In the ever-evolving world of digital imaging, it’s easy to get caught up in the latest features and AI-powered tools....
Snap the Wild and Win: Join the Public Lands Photography Challenge
Hey TWiP Community, I’ve got some exciting news to share! Flickr has partnered with PublicLands.com to bring you a fantastic...
From Microsoft to Microscopes
Nathan's diverse background – from theoretical physics to culinary innovation, and from leading Microsoft as its first CTO to pioneering extreme macro photography – provided the backdrop for a wide-ranging and intellectually stimulating conversation.
Rendering Timeless Heirloom Memories with AI
This week Amelia Lin shares her journey from self-taught coder to co-founder of Honeycomb — an AI-driven photography company.
The Power of Photo Advocacy: A Conversation with Scott Wilson
Scott Wilson, a photo advocate based in Denver, Colorado shares his inspiring journey from landscape photography in the UK to becoming a passionate advocate for wildlife and cancer awareness.
Celebrity Portraits & Film Photography with Jesse Dittmar at Photoville 2024
In this chat, discover why Jesse Dittmar sometimes prefers analog over digital?
Photography Gear Innovation with Larry Tiefenbrunn at Photoville 2024
Larry shares his journey from saving lives as a doctor to revolutionizing photography with innovative tools like the Platypod.
Photoville 2024: Street Interviews with Photographers!
Welcome to our special feature on Photoville 2024, brought to you courtesy of TWiP and Flickr.
The Future of TWiP! And Navigating the Future of Content Creation.
Introducing a TWiP refresh, and a panel discussion about the future of content.
From Radio to Photo: Steve Brazill’s Creative Journey
Steve Brazill shares how his experiences in radio have influenced his approach to photography.
Crafting Cravings! Food and Beverage Photography with Freddy Clark
Freddy Clark shares his wealth of knowledge on the importance of lighting, styling, and preparation in food and beverage photography.
How Photography Saved My Life.
Matt Jacob, a passionate traveling portrait photographer initially dreamt of becoming a pilot, which he pursued, allowing him the opportunity of traveling the world.
Exploring AI’s Focus on Photography
Mike "Sharky" James explores the complex relationship between artificial intelligence and the world of photography.
Capturing Conservation: Inside the Mobilizing for Monuments Road Trip
We delve into the powerful collaboration between Flickr, The Conservation Alliance, Rivian, and others!
Optimizing Digital Storage Strategies for Creatives — with Architectural Photographer Jeffrey Totaro
Dive into the complexities of digital storage solutions with renown architectural photographer Jeffrey Totaro.
Encore: Unlocking the Mysteries of Light Painting with Kim Henry & Eric Paré
An encore presentation of a discussion with Kim Henry and Eric Paré on light painting.
The Evolution of Flickr: Celebrating 20 Years of Flickr with President & COO Ben MacAskill
Into the heart of the evolution of Flickr with Ben MacAskill, the COO of SmugMug and Flickr.
TWiP 836 – A Conversation with Photographer and Compositing Artist Joel Robison
Joel takes us on a journey through his photographic process and the motivations that fuel his creativity.
TWiP 835 – Is AI the new Microstock? Featuring Jake Hicks and Alastair Jolly
Jake Hicks and Alastair Jolly discuss AI’s impact on stock photography.
TWiP 834 – 2016’s Ultimate MFT Lens Guide! | A TWiP Encore with Doug Kaye and Gordon Laing
Gut-check your MFT kit with this comprehensive guide to the top MFT lenses of 2016.
Photo Critique REPLAY: STEEL & CONCRETE!
This week, we hosted our STEEL AND CONCRETE photo critique session!
Celebrating Two Decades of Flickr – with a SF Photowalk!
Join me for Flickr's 20th Birthday Photowalk down San Francisco's Embarcadero!
TWiP 833 – Mandalorian-inspired Effects in Modern Photography, with Rob Grimm
Rob Grimm, a renowned food and beverage photographer, melds traditional methods with AI and cutting-edge LCD projection inspired by 'The Mandalorian,'
TWiP 832 – Are Meta’s Ray-Ban Glasses Game-Changers? Or Just Hype.
Jefferson Graham and Frederick Van Johnson discuss their experiences with Meta's new Ray-ban sunglasses
TWiP 831 – Focus Lost: Why CES 2024 Didn’t Click for Photographers
Frederick Van Johnson and Alastair Jolly discuss CES 2024's underwhelming presence for photographers, citing scarce camera tech advancements and minimal photography innovation.
TWiP 830 — Focus Stacking, with Don Komarechka (Encore)
In this encore presentation, we dive deep into the technique of focus stacking with Don Komarechka.
TWiP 829 — Last Minute Gifts for Photographers!
Gift ideas, and exploring how photography can be transformed into unique and personal gifts.
TWiP 828 – Lights-Out For Lightroom Classic?
A discussion about the future of Adobe Lightroom.
TWiP 827 – All-IN with Lightroom, feat. Brian Matiash
Brian Matiash discusses his transition to a Lightroom-only workflow.
Capture One Unveiled: AI Masking, iPad App, and More! – ep 826
Alastair Jolly and I sit down for an engaging interview with David Grover, a leading expert from Capture One.
TWiP Webinar Replay: Photos & AI Fairytales — Spotting the Real Deal in Photography
Renowned imagine experts Irene Rudnyk, Bella Kotak, Renee Robyn, and Pratik Naik join forces with host Frederick Van Johnson to unravel the challenges of identifying AI-generated images amongst traditional photos.
OWC’s Ian Stone Talks Storage – ep 825
A discussion on SSDs, SDs, CF's and HDs, with OWC's very own, Ian Stone.
Apple’s Scary Fast M3, and using iPhone 15 Pro MAX to shoot the announcement! – ep 824
Scary fast M3 processors, and iPhone's coming of age!
The Rebirth of HDR! with Greg Benz – ep 823
Greg Benz shares some interesting "developments" made possible by the latest HDR tools inside Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
The Adobe MAX Standouts! Plus, SHARK ATTACK! ep 822
Mike "Sharky" James, Alastair Jolly and I discuss our favorites from Adobe Max 2023.
Capturing Cancer: Erica Robinson’s ‘Under the Pencil’ Project – ep 821
Erica Robinson shares her intimate journey with cancer, and opens a platform for other women to express their unique experiences.
Capturing Community: Exposing the World of Photography Clubs – ep 820
Delve into the captivating world of photography clubs with our special guests, Jessica Villia and Michael Ryno.
Edwina Hay on Judging the Flickr Grant for Black Women Photographers – ep 819
A discussion with Edwina Hay, a remarkable concert photographer and one of the esteemed judges of the Flickr grant award.
AI in the Cutting Room – ep 818
Alastair Jolly Joins "This Week in Photo" as Co-Host!
Alastair Jolly to Join TWiP as Co-Host! – ep 817
Alastair Jolly Joins "This Week in Photo" as Co-Host!
TWiP RERUN: A Future of Photography: Pye Jirsa on AI’s Role in Post-Processing
In this trip RERUN episode, I sit down with Pye Jirsa, the visionary behind Impossible Things and their amazing AI Lightroom Plugin.
TWiP 1001: The Skeptical Photographer!
Join host Frederick Van Johnson and co-host Troy Miller for a candid discussion on ‘A.I. and the Skeptical Photographer.' In this livestream, we'll delve into the skepticism surrounding artificial intelligence in photography.
TWiP RERUN: A Conversation with Street Photographer Valérie Jardin
An interview about the traveling street photographer, with Valerie Jardin.
Get a “Handle” on the Future!
Larry Tiefenbrunn unveils Platypod's latest tool to revolutionize how photographers manage their camera and lighting equipment.
Video Editing in the Cloud, with Scenery.video
I sit down with Liza Kraff, Community Manager at Scenery.video, to discuss the cutting-edge world of cloud-based video editing.
Rise of the Pro iPhoneographer!
In this episode, we dive deep into the feasibility of using an iPhone for professional photography work.
Three Heads in a Row, with Kersten Luts
A deep dive into Kersten Luts' intriguing personal project, 'Three Heads in a Row.'
Reddit’s Unexpected Turn: Why It Matters to You | A Chat with Redditor Jeff Greenberg
Jeff Greenberg discusses the recent controversy surrounding Reddit's decision to start charging for access to its API.
The Uncertain Future of Photography, with Scott Wyden-Kivowitz
Scott Wyden-Kivowitz from the Imagen Workflows podcast on the future of photography.
AI and the Retoucher
This week, I talk AI with Pratik Naik, one of the most influential figures in high-end retouching and photography.
The Future of Content, with Doc Rock!
Doc Rock shares his expertise, shedding light on how technology is revolutionizing the creative landscape.
The Morphing Business of Photography, with Nicole S. Young
Nicole S. Young on how she's changing her business to align with the times.
From Pixels to Empowerment: Michael Sasser on AI’s Influence in Boudoir Photography
Boudoir photographer Michael Sasser shares his thoughts on artificial intelligence (AI) in boudoir photography.
A Deep Dive into The Weekly 50 and the Power of Flickr
This week I catch up with Simon Ringsmuth, the mastermind behind the Weekly 50 project.
Exploring the Nikon Z8: A Look at Nikon’s Newest Camera!
Veteran wedding photographer Troy Miller chat about the newly launched Nikon Z8.
Inside Photoshop’s Generative AI, with Colin Smith
Colin Smith of PhotoshopCafe discusses and demos the newest Photoshop feature — Generative AI!
Capturing the Stars: A Chat with Celebrity Photographer, Walid Azami
Walid Azami shares his secrets to success in the competitive world of celebrity photography in Los Angeles
The Rise of Mobile Phone and Computational Photography, with Erik Kuna
Erik Kuna of KelbyOne.com explores the future of mobile phone photography and how AI and machine learning are enhancing the capabilities of these devices.
Data Storage for Photographers, with Jeffrey Totaro
Architectural photographer Jeffrey Totaro shares his experiences building a redundant, bulletproof storage solution for his high-end photography business.
Jesse Dittmar releases ‘Overexposed’: A Limited Edition Book of Iconic Celebrity Portraits
Jesse Dittmar has recently released a limited-edition book titled "Overexposed," featuring 97 portraits of well-known personalities of the past decade.
Wedding Photography Business Insights: Strategies, Workflow, and Lessons from a Veteran Photographer
Troy Miller shares his insights into the business side of wedding and portrait photography.
Bringing AI to Lightroom with Pye Jirsa’s Impossible Things
Pye Jersa shares his insights on how his new "Impossible Things" software works, the advantages of using AI in image editing, and the potential impact it can have on the industry.
ARETHA COOL: A Decade with The Queen of Soul
Renowned photographer Matthew Jordan Smith shares his experiences photographing the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.
The Photograph as Haiku, with MH Rubin
In this interview, we delve deep into Rubin's philosophy of using haiku as an innovative tool in photography.
A Day in the Life of a Real Estate Photographer, with Rob Moroto
Rob Moroto shares his insights and expertise on the real estate photography business.
The Art and Science of HDR Photography: Ron Pepper’s Perspective and Photomatix’s Role
Ron Pepper shares his insights on the art and science of HDR photography and the essential role that Photomatix plays in his workflow.
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