Beyond The Lens

Mike Olbinski is a Phoenix, Arizona-based storm chasing and extreme weather photographer and cinematographer.  His passion is capturing extreme weather events like tornados, haboobs, supercells, and lightning events on camera and stunning cinematic time lapse videos. 

Topics Richard and Mike discuss:

• A Texas tornado that was one of Mike's 2023 highlights
• What is an haboob and how are they created?
• Mike's career-altering haboob
• Supercells and mesocyclones
• Storm chasing and risk taking
• The dangers of wet roads
• Do storm chasers root for storms?
• Weather apps for storm chasers
• Time lapse videos
• Not your typical storm-chasing wedding photographer

And much more.

Notable Links:

Mike Olbinski Website
Mike Olbinski Instagram
Mike Olbinski You Tube Channel
Storm Photos of the Year
RadarScope Weather App
RadarOmega
GR Level 3
LR Timelapse

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This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.

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This episode was recorded with my friend, Matt Payne as we made a wild crossing of the Drake Passage last month.  We were returning to Ushuaia, Argentina after a 21-day voyage to Antarctica where we encountered amazing scenery and wildlife, including the "impossible" emperor penguin on ice flows in the Weddell Sea.

This was an unscripted, unstructured conversation where we essentially interviewed each other. I was fighting seasickness and basically doing my best to stay upright during the conversation. It was a rollicking good time and a fun listen.

Matt Payne is a mountain climber and fine art nature and landscape photographer living in Durango, Colorado, as well as a fellow Muench Workshops pro.

Topics includes:

• Stories from Antarctica
• Seasickness and getting sick
• The Avalanche
• How does exhaustion effect creativity?
• Matt's epic Colorado Trail thru-hike
• Discussion on photography workshops
• Introverts and extroverts
• Additional skills needed to be a photography pro
• Learning composition

And more...

Notable Links:

Matt Payne's Website
Matt's Colorado Trail Gallery
F-Stop Collaborate and Listen Podcast
Muench Workshops
The Polar Pioneer

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This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.

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Ami Vitale is a National Geographic photographer, Nikon Ambassador, writer, speaker and documentary filmmaker.

She's a traveler to more than 100 countries and the recipient of numerous awards for her photography, including Magazine Photographer & International Photographer of the Year, the Daniel Pearl Award for Outstanding Reporting, and  a six-time award recipient from World Press Photos.

Ami is also a founder of a non-profit called Vital Impacts, a women-led, non-profit which uses art and storytelling to support people and organizations who are protecting our planet.

Topics Richard and Ami discuss:

• Ami's beginnings as a photo editor at the Associated Press
• Her first National Geographic assignment
• Ami's transition from war photographer to wildlife and the environment
• Storytelling versus fine art
• Seeing with your heart versus seeing with your eyes
• Ami's non-profit, Vital Impacts 
• Giant panda assignment in China
• Authentic, solution-based storytelling.
• Books that inspire

And much more.

Notable Links:

Ami Vitale Website
Ami Vitale Instagram
Vital Impacts
Panda Love: The Secret Lives of Pandas
Ami's photo of "Sudan," the last Northern White Rhino

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This episode was brought to you by Luminar Neo. Luminar Neo helps photographers with everything needed to edit and process photos that look amazing on the screen and in print. Luminar Neo was designed for hobbyists and pros alike and includes the most effective AI-powered editing tools and extensions all in one intuitive and easy-to-use app.

 You can use Luminar Neo as a standalone app on Windows and Mac computers or as a plugin for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop so you can keep your existing workflow while having access to powerful editing tools you just can’t find anywhere else.

 Learn more about Luminar Neo and how it can help you improve your creativity in photo editing by visiting the Skylum website.

Hanne Strager is a Danish  biologist, whale researcher, and author of the award-winning book, The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas and A Modest Genius: The Story of Darwin’s Life and How His Ideas Changed Everything. Hanne co-founded Norway's Andenes Whale Center and has served as the Director of Exhibitions at the Natural History Museum of Denmark.

In this episode, Hanne and Richard talk about her newest book, Killer Whale Journals, and the relationships humans have had with orcas over the past many decades.

Topics includes:

• The spark that ignited Hanne's interest in orcas.
• Hanne's epiphany on the seas of Norway
• Killer whale or orca?
• Orca culture
• Bombs and a massacre in Iceland
• Orcas in captivity
• The Whale Jail
• Seattle's orphaned orca
• Twofold bay and Old Tom
• The orcas sighting that brought Hanne to tears

And more.

Notable Links:

Hanne Strager Website
Hanne Strager Instagram
Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas on Amazon

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This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.

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William Neill is an American landscape and nature photographer, writer and teacher.  He’s been a resident of the Yosemite National Park area since 1977, and his award-winning photography has been widely published in books, magazines, calendars, posters, and his limited-edition prints. For about 30 years, William wrote a monthly column in Outdoor Photographer magazine.

The conversation this episode focuses on William's new book, Yosemite: Sanctuary in Stone, the wonder of Yosemite National Park, and the approach William takes when creating images in the feild.

Topics Richard and William discuss:

• William's life and work in Yosemite.
• Working with Ansel Adams.
• What hasn't already been photographed in Yosemite?
• What Yosemite has taught William as an artist.
• How Yosemite: Sanctuary in Stone is different from his other Yosemite books.
• A complicated relationship with Tunnel View.
• Richard's favorite images from the book and why.
• Being a "receptor for inspiration" when in the field.
• What makes a good photo?
• What gets William excited!

And much more.

Notable Links:

Link to Book: Yosemite: Sanctuary in Stone
Website
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter/X

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This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.

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In this episode, we talk branding, influencers, gaining and working with corporate sponsors, marketing, and social media for photographers and artists. What is branding and what isn't?  How important is consistency and authenticity? What should photographers do and not do on social media? How to market yourself. Plus a lot more.

Joey Lopez  is the Director of Brand Marketing at Lexar. He launched the Lexar Influencer Program, working with renowned photographers and videographers to increase brand awareness. Joey has been responsible for creating  digital and social media content and managing PR and event planning for Lexar's key product launches and trade shows.

Joey is also an accomplished portrait and wedding photographer.

Notable Links:

Joey Lopez Website
Joey Lopez Instagram
The Brand Called You by Tom Peters, Fast Company, 1997
Seth Godin's Blog

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This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.

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Will Burrard-Lucas is a British wildlife photographer, best known for innovative camera techniques and devices that allow him to capture unique perspectives on wildlife not usually seen otherwise. He's the founder of Camtraptions, a company specializing in creative technology and photographic contraptions, including the Beetlecam and his own camera traps.

Will has published three books,  The Ethiopian Wolf: Hope at the Edge of Extinction, Top Wildlife Sites Of The World, Land of Giants, and The Black Leopard: My Quest to Photograph One of Africa’s Most Elusive Big Cats, which we talk about at length in the interview.

Topics Richard and Will discuss:

• Will's career beginnings as an accountant
• Wide-angle approaches to wildlife photography
• Introducing The BeetleCam: a remote-control, camera-mounted buggy
• Will's hilarious first attempts with the BeetleCam
• Homemade drones
• Using camera traps
• Pursuit of the black leopard
• Will's newest book, The Black Leopard: My Quest to Photograph One of Africa’s Most Elusive Big Cats
• Next project with lions

Notable Links:

Will Burrard-Lucas website
Will Burred-Lucas Instagram
Will's TEDx Talk on the pursuit of the Black Leopard
Camtraptions

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This episode is brought to you by Lexar.

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I’ve been using the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B GOLD memory cards with my Canon mirrorless cameras for years and they deliver the blazing speed and durability for the extreme weather conditions I encounter anywhere in the  world.

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This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.

Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment.

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Terry White is a 27-year veteran at Adobe, Inc.  He currently holds the prestigious title of Principal Director, Creative Cloud Evangelist with a focus on photography.

Terry’s an award winning portrait and travel photographer who in 2016, was inducted into the Photoshop Hall of Fame. He’s delivered live keynote presentations at Adobe MAX, Photoshop World, and gave a TED talk titled AI Is Here.

He has a very popular YouTube channel with 500K followers and a highly influential photography and tech blog.

Topics Richard and Terry discuss:

• The latest from Adobe MAX
• New Lightroom features announced at Adobe Max
• Photoshop's AI Generative Fill and Expand
• Generative Fill vs. Content Aware Fill
• Photoshop's Neural Filters
• The History of Adobe and AI
• Adobe Firefly
• People's responses to new, transformational technologies
• Reasons why photographers and artists fear AI
• The secret to Terry's success as a "Photopreneur"
• Terry's top 3 favorite tech gadgets

Notable Links:

Terry White's Tech Blog
Terry's TEDx Talk: 'AI Is Here'
Terry White's Instagram
Terry White on Twitter/X
Terry White's Photography Site

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This episode is brought to you by Lexar.

For more than 25 years, Lexar has  been trusted as a leading global brand of memory solutions so they know first-hand just how quickly content is transforming our world.

Their award-winning lineup performs second-to-none and includes professional memory cards, card readers, and solid-state drives for creators of all skill levels.

Whether shooting photos, capturing video, or transferring content on the go, Lexar provides the quality and performance you can rely on to get the shot with confidence.

I’ve been using the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B GOLD memory cards with my Canon mirrorless cameras for years and they deliver the blazing speed and durability for the extreme weather conditions I encounter anywhere in the  world.

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This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.

Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment.

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Dr. Austin Gallagher is an American marine biologist, researcher, explorer, author and entrepreneur. He’s best known for his extensive research on sharks and hosting and producing content for the Discovery Channel’s Shark Week programming. His shark research has taken him all across the globe on more than 50 scientific expeditions and he’s published more than 100 scientific papers.

Austin founded “Beneath the Waves,” a non-profit organization focused on ocean conservation. He currently serves as its CEO.

Austin is a National Geographic Explorer, a current fellow at the Explorers Club, and was the first American marine biologist to make the Forbes 30 Under 30 List at the age of 29.

Topics Richard and Austin discuss:

• Orcas vs. Great White Sharks
• The disappearance of Great Whites off the South African coast
• The 'Belly of the Beast'
• Eye to Eye with a monster Great White Shark
• Shark Week on the Discovery Channel
• Wildlife Sensationalism
• Why to do if you're being attacked by a shark.
• Tiger Sharks
• Greenland Sharks
• Overfishing and other threats to sharks
• "Beneath the Waves"
• Blue Carbon
• What's a Social Entreprenuer?
• Dealing with haters

Notable Links:

Austin Gallagher Website
Austin's Instagram
Austin Gallagher Twitter/X
Beneath the Waves
Shark Week on the Discovery Channel

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This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.

Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment.

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Wayne Suggs is an immensely talented landscape photographer hailing from Las Cruces, New Mexico. Wayne captures the beauty of the Southwest United States and shares his images not only for others to enjoy, but to help increase awareness of the necessity to preserve our precious surroundings. 

Wayne is a professional photography instructor with Muench Workshops and his hardcover photography book, The Color of Dreams, is an instant classic and expresses some of Wayne's best work in print.

Topics Richard and Wayne discuss:

• The underrated beauty of the desert
• Strategies for exploring new photography locations
• Chasing the light versus previsualization
• The art and process of previsualization
• Composition in the field
• What's more important? Composition or light?
• Falling in love with your photography
• The influences of David and Marc Muench
• Working with wide-angle lenses
• Post processing philosophy

And much more.

Notable Links:

Wayne Suggs Photography
Wayne Suggs Photography on Facebook
Wayne Suggs Instagram
Muench Workshops

This episode is brought to you by Lexar.

For more than 25 years, Lexar has  been trusted as a leading global brand of memory solutions so they know first-hand just how quickly content is transforming our world.

Their award-winning lineup performs second-to-none and includes professional memory cards, card readers, and solid-state drives for creators of all skill levels.

Whether shooting photos, capturing video, or transferring content on the go, Lexar provides the quality and performance you can rely on to get the shot with confidence.

I’ve been using the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B GOLD memory cards with my Canon mirrorless cameras for years and they deliver the blazing speed and durability for the extreme weather conditions I encounter anywhere in the  world.

To learn more about Lexar memory solutions, visit www.lexar.com.

In this episode, Richard talks about  AI-proofing your photography as well as taking your creative work to the next level. That involves incorporating emotional engagement into your artwork, not "playing to the audience," and learning to create for yourself, not others, in order to find your true artistic voice.

Notable Link:

Art as Self Care by Katie Willard Virant, Psychology Today, June 2018

This episode is brought to you by Lexar.

For more than 25 years, Lexar has  been trusted as a leading global brand of memory solutions so they know first-hand just how quickly content is transforming our world. Their award-winning lineup performs second-to-none and includes professional memory cards, card readers, and solid-state drives for creators of all skill levels. Whether shooting photos, capturing video, or transferring content on the go, Lexar provides the quality and performance you can rely on to get the shot with confidence. I’ve been using the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B GOLD memory cards with my Canon mirrorless cameras for years and they deliver the blazing speed and durability for the extreme weather conditions I encounter anywhere in the  world. To learn more about Lexar memory solutions, visit www.lexar.com.

Raabia Hawa abandoned a successful career in radio and TV to found the Ulinzi Africa Foundation, East Africa’s very first NGO to help Kenya rangers in their fight against wildlife poaching.

Recorded in person during Richard’s recent trip to Nairobi, Raabia talks about her career, her personal and professional transformation from radio and TV personality to wildlife warrior, the evils of wildlife poaching, the dangers of working in Kenya’s Tana River Delta, trophy hunting, being underestimated and much more.

Raabia is an extraordinary and inspirational woman with  an intense focus on wildlife conservation in Kenya.

Notable Links

Ulinzi Africa Foundation
Ulinzi Africa Foundation Instagram Page
Raabia Hawa Instagram Page
Kenya’s Tana River Delta 

In this episode, I am joined by astrophotographer, Andrew McCarthy. 

Andrew creates stunning images of the moon, sun, distant galaxies, the International Space Station moon and sun transits, and much more. Many of his photographs have gone viral and are instantly recognizable once you visit his website, Cosmic Background.

He has more than 600,000 followers on Instagram and he generously shares how he captures many of the images featured all across  social media. 

In this interview, Andrew describes his astrophotography techniques, the gear he uses, post processing software, and the many frustrations and joys of astrophotography. In vivid detail, he shares anecdotes from the field and why he thinks human beings are drawn to celestial bodies in the night sky. It's a masterclass on astrophotography!

Notable Links:

Cosmic Background (website)
Twitter/X
Instagram
Featured photograph: New Frontiers

This episode is brought to you by Lexar.

For more than 25 years, Lexar has  been trusted as a leading global brand of memory solutions so they know first-hand just how quickly content is transforming our world.

Their award-winning lineup performs second-to-none and includes professional memory cards, card readers, and solid-state drives for creators of all skill levels.

Whether shooting photos, capturing video, or transferring content on the go, Lexar provides the quality and performance you can rely on to get the shot with confidence.

I’ve been using the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B GOLD memory cards with my Canon mirrorless cameras for years and they deliver the blazing speed and durability for the extreme weather conditions I encounter anywhere in the  world.

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Steven McCurry is an American photographer who has captured some of the world's most iconic photographs of the 20th and 21st centuries. From the war-ravaged landscapes of Afghanistan to the vibrant, colorful streets of India, his ability to capture the raw emotions and the spirit of humanity over the course of five decades has made his work both timeless and universally revered.

His most famous photograph, the  haunting portrait of the 'Afghan Girl,'  first graced the cover of National Geographic Magazine in June of 1985 and is considered one of the most recognized photographs of all time.

McCurry has photographed many assignments for National Geographic and has been a member of Magnum Photos since 1986

McCurry is the recipient of many prestigious awards, including the Robert Capa Gold Medal, the Magazine Photographer of the Year, awarded by the National Press Photographers Association, the Centenary Medal for Lifetime Achievement from the Royal Photographic Society in London, and induction into the International Photography Hall of Fame.

Notable Links:

Steve McCurry Website
Twitter/X
Instagram

This episode is brought to you by Lexar.

For more than 25 years, Lexar has  been trusted as a leading global brand of memory solutions so they know first-hand just how quickly content is transforming our world.

Their award-winning lineup performs second-to-none and includes professional memory cards, card readers, and solid-state drives for creators of all skill levels.

Whether shooting photos, capturing video, or transferring content on the go, Lexar provides the quality and performance you can rely on to get the shot with confidence.

I’ve been using the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B GOLD memory cards with my Canon mirrorless cameras for years and they deliver the blazing speed and durability for the extreme weather conditions I encounter anywhere in the  world.

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Scott Kelby is the President and CEO of KelbyOne, the online educational community for photographers, Photoshop & Lightroom users. He’s a travel photographer, Editor and Publisher of Photoshop User Magazine, Conference Technical Chair for the Photoshop World Conference & Expo; host of the photography talk show “The Grid,” founder of the annual “Scott Kelby Worldwide Photo Walk” and author of several bestselling photography, Lightroom and Photoshop books, which includes the best-selling The Travel Photography Book, which we discuss during this interview.

Topics Richard and Scott Discuss

• Did Aaron Rogers reimburse Scott for his broken monopod?
• Photographing pro football 
• Preparing for a travel photography gig
• Travel photography tips
• The war on tripods
• What makes a successful travel photo?
• iPhonography
• Apple and Samsung as photography innovators
• Scott’s Tech guru (Terry White)
• Adobe’s generative fill, Sensei, and Firefly
• AI and the future of photography
• Gratitude and living a good life

Notable Links:

Scott’s website: Scott Kelby’s Photoshop Insider

Workshops: Scott Kelby Workshops

Photography, Photoshop, and Lightroom Training: KelbyOne

Twitter: Scott Kelby

Instagram: Scott Kelby

Nevada Wier is an award-winning photographer based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. USA, specializing in documenting the remote corners of the world, the people, and their cultures. She is especially recognized for her creative and intimate approach to people. She has been published in numerous national and international publications, including: National Geographic, National Geographic Traveler, National Geographic Adventure, Geo, Islands, New York Times Magazine, Outside, and Smithsonian. Nevada’s work is represented by National Geographic Images and Getty. She is a Fellow of The Explorer’s Club and a member of the Women’s Geographic Society. She is the photographer for several books, including The Land of Nine Dragons - Vietnam Today, A Day in the Life of Thailand, Planet Vegas, and others. Nevada leads photography tours and workshops for National Geographic, The Santa Fe Workshops, and the Los Angeles Center of Photography.

Topics Richard and Nevada discuss:

• The advantages and disadvantages of being a self-taught photographer
• Nevada's biggest career roadblocks
• “Exoticism should not carry an image"
• Travel photography: How do you overcome being seduced by the novelty of a place?
• A love affair with travel
• Artistic problem solving
• How to approach strangers with a camera
• Why travel photography is one of the most difficult genres
• Overcoming travel fatigue
• The allure of infrared photography

And much more.

Notable Links:

Nevada Wier's website: Nevada Wier Photography
Instagram: Nevada Wier
Workshops: Nevada Wier Workshops
Invisible World Exhibition: Invisible World

This episode was brought to you by Luminar Neo. Luminar Neo helps photographers with everything needed to edit and process photos that look amazing on the screen and in print. Luminar Neo was designed for hobbyists and pros alike and includes the most effective AI-powered editing tools and extensions all in one intuitive and easy-to-use app.

You can use Luminar Neo as a standalone app on Windows and Mac computers or as a plugin for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop so you can keep your existing workflow while having access to powerful editing tools you just can’t find anywhere else.

Learn more about Luminar Neo and how it can help you improve your creativity in photo editing by visiting the SKYLUM WEBSITE.

Talor Stone is a photographer, conservationist, and PhD researcher who specializes in Earth's  Arctic regions. Her summers in Greenland have inspired academic research projects on topics such as globalization and indigenous identity, mass tourism and peripheral communities, and climate-induced human migration among Inuit populations.

in 2022, Talor partnered  with filmmaker Ashlei Payne to produce a documentary film about the modern changes of hunting culture in northern Greenland based on more than five years of her academic research.

Please support this important project by donating.

Topics Richard and Talor discuss:

• Talor's PhD studies on Greenland and the impacts of globalization on indigenous cultures
• Talor's first visit and first impressions of Greenland
• Landscape and cultural photography in the Arctic
• Indigenous cultures and modernity
• Film project: Hila Kihimi
• Living in the northernmost human settlement on Earth
• The hunting culture
• What is ethno nostalgia?
• Winter in northern Greenland

And much more.

Notable Links:

Website: Talor Stone Photography
Instagram: Talor Stone
Summer Film Trailer: Hila Kihimi
Support: Talor and Ashlei's Greenland Documentary Film

This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.

Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment.

And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit.
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Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.

On this episode of Beyond The Lens, I'm sharing my recent experience in Borneo, Indonesia: the rainforest, the photographic challenges the rainforest creates, and the "persons of the forest," the orangutans.

I talk about the existential threats that orangutans face caused by deforestation and loss of habitat due to development and palm oil plantations.

You can help keep orangutans from extinction by buying products using environmentally sustainable palm oil with the RSPO label or donating to organizations like Save The Orangutan, whose mission is to save and protect the critically endangered orangutan and its last remaining habitats in Borneo and to raise national and international awareness of the severe deforestation threatening the orangutan's future existence.

I also answer a few of your questions submitted via social media, including how to sleep on a plane, the best settings for wildlife on my Canon R5, my most embarrassing moment as a photographer, and more.

Other Notable links:

Beyond The Lens: Episode 5 (Ask Me Anything V1)
Beyond The Lens: Episode 19 (Photography From the Bottom of the World)
Beyond The Lens: Episode 34 (Ian Plant and Rick Sammon - Thinking vs. Feeling Compositions)
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Carlton Ward is a Florida conservation, wildlife, and nature photographer. His work is exhibited worldwide and featured in renowned publications such as National Geographic, Audubon, Smithsonian, Nature Conservancy, and more.

In partnership with the National Geographic Society, Carlton worked with scientists, conservationists, ranchers, veterinarians, and the local indigenous population to capture stunning images and videos of one of the most elusive animals on the planet, the Florida panther, showcased in the book and film documentary Path of the Panther. This project has been his primary focus since 2016, with support and grants from the National Geographic Society and other partners. Carlton and his team manage a network of professional photography and video camera traps throughout critical habitat of the Florida Wildlife Corridor.

Topics Richard and Carlton discuss:

• The genesis of Carlton's photography career
• Travels in Gabon, Africa
• The plight of the Florida panther and its endangered status
• What is the Florida Wildlife Corridor?
• Why should the world care about the Florida panther?
• Path of the Panther: the book and documentary film
• Camera Traps: what are they and how are they used?
• A once-in-a-lifetime encounter
• Chasing ghosts: the ghost orchid

Links:

Carlton Ward's Website, Twitter, and Instagram
Path of the Panther: book and documentary
Wild Path
Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation

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Daniel Sackheim is an American filmmaker and Emmy-Award winning director and producer of shows like Game of Thrones, Walking Dead, X-Files, NYPD Blue, Ozark, Better Call Saul, Law and Order, and many more. Daniel is also the co-founder of Bedrock Entertainment, a producer of premium television content for the global marketplace across network, cable and streaming platforms.

As a noir street photographer, he uses the creative talents he displayed on the sets of Hollywood’s biggest shows and applies them to still photography with his Leica camera. 

Topics Daniel and Richard discuss:

• His father’s influence as a screenwriter 
• Daniel’s big Hollywood break
• Working as a music supervisor on Miami Vice
• The powerful role of music in film and television
• The roles of Producer vs. Director 
• Rediscovering photography 
• What is film noir?
• What makes a good photo?
• How film directing skills translate into photography 
• Finding your artistic style
• What is Artistic Intention?

Find Daniel Sackheim at:

Website: www.danielsackheim.com

Twitter: @DanSackheim

Instagram: @daniel.sackheim


Unseen photography exhibition: www.all-about-photo.com/online-gallery/solo-exhibition/65/unseen-by-daniel-sackheim

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Art Wolfe is a legendary American wildlife, landscape, and cultural photographer, as well as explorer and conservationist. His career spans more than five decades and he shows no sign of slowing down! Art is a Canon Explorer of Light, an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society, and the creator of more than 100 books. He was the host of the popular TV series on PBS, Art Wolfe’s Travels To The Edge.

Many of his photographs are classics and two in particular are featured on US postage stamps. Art will be releasing a new book this Fall called Wild Lives, documenting animals’ relationship with humanity.

 The topics Richard and Art cover:

• Himalayan hikes.
• Don’t let technology get in the way of your vision.
• Creating for yourself and surprising your audience.
• Pre-visualization and spontaneity. 
• Abstract expressionism. 
• Why you should broaden your perspective.
• How classic artists have influenced Art’s vision and photography.
• Digital Illustrations: success and controversy.
• Technology in photography - where are we heading?
• Re-editing Art’s classic photography with new processing tools.
• A close call during an encounter with two rhinos.
• 100+ books - but who’s counting?

All this and more!

Find Art Wolfe at:

Website

Twitter

Instagram 

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Ian Plant is a world-renowned wildlife and landscape photographer and founder of Photo Masters. Rick Sammon was the first-ever guest on Beyond the Lens! Known by some as “The Godfather of Photography”, he is on a mission to make digital photography fun, creative, exciting, and rewarding for others. Rick is also a best-selling author and talented musician.

In this episode, Richard, Ian, and Rick reminisce on dramatic expeditions together and dig deep into their photographic philosophies. Are they thinkers or feelers? How did they get to the master level they are now? The topics they cover are:

Ian

• Richard’s unfortunate Morocco experience
• Being a wide-angled addict
• Shooting with drones
• Applying street photography to the wild
• What is Visual Flow? 
• ‘The subject is not your subject’ 
• How a photograph tells a story 

Rick

• Shooting with an iPhone 14Pro in Morocco 
• Moving from Canon to Sony cameras
• Photography, jazz improvisation, and the importance of expression
• The importance of your relationship with your subject and the environment your subject is in
• The power of a still image over a video

Photo Masters: www.photomasters.com

Ian’s Website: www.ianplant.com  /  Twitter: @ianplantphoto  /  Insta: @ianplantphoto

Rick’s Website: ricksammon.com  /  Twitter: @ricksammon  /  Insta: @ricksammonphotography


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Camille Seaman is a contributing photographer to National Geographic, a TED Senior Fellow, Stanford Knight Fellow, and lover of the Earth's polar regions and storm clouds.

In this conversation with Richard Bernabe, Camille describes her upbringing in New York City and transformative experiences around the world as she built an enviable photography career.

Camille is a passionate spokesperson for the protection of our natural world. She continues to travel to the Arctic and Antarctic regions to pursue her love of ice and storms, which are beautifully displayed in her critically-acclaimed books, The Last Iceberg, Melting Away, and The Big Cloud.

Camille describes how her beloved grandfather raised her to respect nature at a young age. She talks us through her difficult teenage years, her dangerous yet life-defining first trip to Alaska, working with Steve McCurry, becoming a mother, and how she found and mastered her artistic voice.

 You can find Camille’s work and follow her here:

 Website: www.camilleseaman.com

 Instagram

 Twitter

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Candice Millard is a New York Times bestselling author and former editor for National Geographic. 

In this episode of Beyond The Lens, Candice pulls us into the world of her new book, River Of the Gods, which documents the epic search for the source of the Nile River, the holy grail of exploration during the mid-nineteenth century. She paints vivid character studies of the two primary explorers - the brilliant scholar Richard Burton and the thrill-seeking John Hanning Speke. The voyage takes place in modern-day Tanzania, where Burton and Speke met their guide Sidi Mubarak Bombay before embarking on the grueling expedition to the uncharted interior of Africa to find the headwaters of the great river. 

Richard and Candice discuss the historic storyline, the outcome, and aftermath of the real life events, including the resulting bitter rivalry between the two men. Candice offers her tips on writing, how she motivates herself, and some books she personally recommends.

Buy River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile on Amazon

Website: candicemillard.com 

Twitter: @candice_millard 

Instagram: @candicemillard

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Kevin Kelly is the co-founder of Wired magazine, where he currently holds the title of 'senior maverick.' He's also a writer, artist, photographer, prolific traveler, futurist, conservationist, an expert on Asian culture, and quite possibly the Most Interesting Man in the World. 

In this episode of Beyond the Lens, Kevin shares his knowledge and passion for technological developments in art and photography, particularly AI-generated art. Throughout the conversation, he offers some philosophical nuggets that have helped him succeed in life, as well as tips for traveling, creativity, and so much more.

 His soon-to-be-released book, Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I'd Known Earlier, is drawn from Kevin’s extraordinary wisdom and life experiences.

 The topics of the episode are as follows:

· The Optimism of Trust

· Pronoia vs Paranoia 

· Should we embrace AI art?

· How does ‘AI art’ work?

· Mind-blowing realizations in Asia

· Kevin’s route into photography

· Traveling light, traveling well

· 'Excellent advice for living'

· Creativity: the generosity of abundance

· The benefit of solitude

· Vanishing Asia

Pre-order Excellent Advice for Living

Kindle: www.goodreads.com/book/show/62313346-excellent-advice-for-living

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 Website: kk.org

Instagram: @kevin2kelly /www.instagram.com/kevin2kelly

Twitter: @kevin2kelly / twitter.com/kevin2kelly

Vanishing Asia

www.amazon.co.uk/Vanishing-Asia-Three-West-Central/dp/1940689066

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National Geographic explorer Chris Rainier is an artist, social photographer, documenter, and photojournalist, globally respected for his work with endangered cultures worldwide. He calls himself a “serial traveler, gypsy, and photographer” and possesses unrivaled first-hand knowledge of world indigenous cultures. He describes his life experiences, as you might expect, in a beautifully visual way.

 Chris's new book, Sacred, includes photos compiled from his decades of exploration and his interactions with the planet’s indigenous peoples. He co-founded The Cultural Sanctuaries Foundation, which campaigns with the philosophy, ‘Indigenous peoples are the best guardians of the earth's biodiversity. If we protect indigenous cultures, we protect the planet. We must protect the protectors.’ 

Topics Richard and Chris discuss:

• Lessons from Ansel Adams - the great American photographer-conservationist
• Snapping the President
• Living in New Guinea and India
• What it takes to be a great nature photographer
• Mongolia
• A North Pole voyage on a Russian ship 
• Reporting the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami
• Powerful photography, subtlety, and sensationalism
• Photography as a social tool
• Shamanism and ‘the reality of life’ 
• What does sacred mean? 
• The Cultural Sanctuaries Foundation

Sacred by Chris Rainier: www.simonandschuster.com/books/Sacred/Chris-Rainier/9781647224578

The Cultural Sanctuaries Foundation: culturalsanctuaries.org

Chris Rainier website: www.chrisrainier.org 

Instagram: @christainierphoto  /  www.instagram.com/chrisrainierphoto/

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Kristin Harila is a Norwegian mountaineer, skier, and outdoor athlete. In 2022, her record-breaking attempt to summit all 14 of the world’s 8000-meter peaks in six months was brought to a disappointing end as her team failed to obtain permits for the final two mountains in Chinese Tibet. Despite the setback, Kristin is more determined than ever this year to take on the record again set by Nirmal Purja in 2019. 

In this episode, Kristin talks with Richard about her successes and failures during the 2022 attempt, her dramatic introduction to mountaineering - from altitude sickness on Kilimanjaro to taking on Everest for the first time - and reveals her personal superpower for enduring pain for extended periods during her climbs.

You can follow Kristin’s adventures on:

Twitter: @kristin_harila  /  twitter.com/kristin_harila 

Instagram: kristin.harila  /  www.instagram.com/kristin.harila/

To find out more about Kristin Harila, visit: kristinharila.com

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As 2018 National Geographic Explorer of the Year, Joel regularly contributes to the magazine, specializing in documenting endangered species and landscapes worldwide. Joel founded ‘Photo Ark’, a documentary and photographic project in conservation, which has had images displayed at iconic and historical landmarks worldwide, including St. Peter's Basilica and the Empire State Building.

In this great conversation, Joel talks about his early passion for wildlife, what triggered him to dedicate his life to conservation, and his endeavor to frame small insects equally to large rhinos, as they are “the ones that lead the charge in terms of becoming endangered.” Joel tells a great story of how he got his first job at National Geographic and what it entails to work for them. He shares what wildlife photographers should do to help save the planet, discusses the intelligence of insects, and the technicalities of ‘Photo Ark’ shoots.

To find out more about Joel, visit: www.joelsartore.com

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Sparked by his first experience of Belize's tropical rainforest in 1984, Jeff is a passionate activist for Central and South American rainforest conservation. Inspired by his experience serving as expedition naturalist for the 'JASON Project', a documentary series led by oceanographer Robert Ballard, he became a  TV presenter and producer, best known for hosting Disney Channel's 'Going Wild with Jeff Corwin', 'The Jeff Corwin Experience' on Animal Planet, and ABC's 'Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin'. His new series' Wildlife Nation' highlights North American wildlife and the inspiring partners working together to save them from the brink of extinction.

In this in-depth conversation, Jeff describes the moment he knew he wanted to become a conservationist and his desire to educate others, combining his love of nature, exploration, and discovery with his ability to communicate and share information. Together they dive into Jeff's fascination for Amphibian species–which have survived six extinctions–explaining how we could lose 70% of the population in the next two decades, and talk through his encounter with a Coral snake.

To keep up with Jeff, follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @wildcorwin

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Entering 2023, award-winning Brazilian photojournalist Felipe Dana shares his experiences on location in Kyiv, Ukraine, where he has joined the Associated Press and dedicated himself solely to photojournalism. He started his career at 15 years old as an assistant photographer and later pursued a degree in photography while working on commercial assignments, contributing to various local and international news agencies. His work has received numerous awards, including the World Press’ ‘Photo of the Year.’ Felipe was also part of the AP team's finalist for the Pulitzer in 2021. 

In this episode, Felipe shares the dangers of following military groups on the front lines, sharing the details of previous experiences in ‘hot zones.’ He touches upon his daily routine and the importance of security measurements. Together, Richard and Felipe discuss the reality of war and how Felipe safeguards his emotional well-being. 

To find out more about Felipe, visit: www.felipedana.com.br

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Richard dives into the world of travel rewards with Straight To The Points founder and travel expert Spencer Howard – who shares his travel hacks and advice on using airline points, credit cards, and loyalty programs to fly business and first-class to "help as many people as possible enjoy the excitement of luxury travel." In August 2018, he started the 'Award Alerts' newsletter to make it easier for family and friends who wanted to fly business or first class but were struggling to find the necessary award seats. With more than 52k Instagram followers, Spencer has built a community of travel enthusiasts and has created a 'Quick Start Guide' to help people learn how to use points to travel.

To find out more about Straight To The Points, visit: www.straighttothepoints.co

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As a master landscape photographer, William Neill’s work conveys the deep, spiritual beauty he sees and feels in nature. He has been a resident of the Yosemite National Park area since 1977. He received ‘The Director's Award’ from the National Park Service after a major portfolio of his Yosemite photographs entitled ‘Yosemite: The Promise of Wildness,’ were published by The Yosemite Association in 1994. His recent book, ‘Landscapes of the Spirit’ showcases a retrospective collection of his finest landscape photographs based on the theme of nature's spiritual and healing powers.

In this episode, Richard ventured into the mind of William Neill to find out what inspires him, what gives his work such emotional depth, his passions, persistence and creativity, and more. William touches upon his time working in American landscape photographer and environmentalist Ansel Adams’ gallery, sharing what inspired him to photograph Yosemite. He explains why he puts experiencing a place above the results.

To find out more about William, visit: www.williamneill.com

You can purchase William’s latest book ‘The Photographers Portfolio Development Workshop’ on www.portfolios.williamneill.com/p/the-photgrapher-s-p and use the discount code ‘WNEILL40’ for 40% off.

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Will Travers OBE is the executive president and co-founder of the international wildlife charity Born Free. His parents starred in the oscar winning movie Born Free, where Will, as a young child, traveled to Kenya and established his passion for wildlife conservation –  in 2012, Will was awarded an ‘OBE’ for his conservation and animal welfare services. As a passionate animal rights activist, he manages to safeguard wildlife conservation across regions in Africa, Asia, America, and Europe.  Will is also the ‘President of the Species Survival Network’ and a member of the ‘IUCN SSC Reintroduction Specialist Group’. 

In this episode, Will Travers reflects on the true story of the film Born Free and his experience while being on location in Kenya. He touches upon the initiation of the foundation and the preservation of large-scale habitats of endangered species. Will describes current conservation projects like the ‘year of the lion’, his upcoming royal society event, and adventure tourism. Together, Richard and Will discuss the importance of nature, the rainbow belt, as well as their views on trophy hunting and its political aspect. 

To find out more about Will, visit: www.bornfree.org.uk

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Marc Muench is a professional landscape and wildlife photographer, an educator, and a founding partner at Muench Workshops, where he helps teach people who love photography and nature while taking them to the coolest places on the planet. Marc is a third-generation photographer following his grandfather Josef Muench, his father, David Muench, and his photographer-artist, Bonnie Muench.

In this episode, Richard and Marc chat while crossing the Drake Passage after a 20-plus-day expedition to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island, and Antarctica. They discuss “The Art of Seeing,” photography workshops – including what it takes to be a good teacher and a good student. Marc talks about how he got his start in commercial and editorial photography - including a ski photography trip in Iran – and the influences of his grandfather, father, and mother in his decision to become a professional photographer. He also takes some interesting questions from guests on the ship!

To learn more about Marc Muench’s photography work, please visit www.marcmuench.com

And Muench Workshops: www.muenchworkshops.com

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With 2.2m YouTube subscribers and 8m Instagram followers, Ankur Warikoo is one of India’s top content creators. In 2021, he published his first book, ‘Do Epic Shit’, which talks about his success, failures, the importance of habits, self-awareness, entrepreneurship, money, and relationships. In 2016, he started an online video series called ‘Warikoo Wednesdays,’ where he spoke about his experiences as a founder, CEO, and people manager. As a best-selling author, he conducts online educational courses to ensure all the choices we make in life come from the point of awareness and not ignorance.​

In this episode, Ankur shares how a birthday present from a friend inspired the title of his book. He describes how his journey to becoming an internet entrepreneur was a complete u-turn from studying astrophysics in the US, dropping out of his PhD program and returning to India to reset his life. Ankur touches upon how publishing his “failure resumé” was to encourage the celebration of defeat and start a discussion about why failing can be positive. Together, Richard and Ankur discuss the qualities one needs to possess before becoming an entrepreneur, with Ankur sharing some reasons why somebody should not become one!

To find out more about Ankur, visit: www.ankurwarikoo.com

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Founded in 1991, the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators is a member organization that advocates and promotes the practice of safe and environmentally responsible private-sector travel to Antarctica. Their member companies provide logistic and scientific support to National Antarctic Programs and Antarctic organizations. With more than 200 annual departures to Antarctica, tour vessels offer an essential opportunity for researchers and science programs.

In this episode of Beyond The Lens, Richard sits down with the Executive Director at the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), Gina Greer. During their conversation, she explains how the organization was founded by a group of seven operators and their mission. She delves into the Antarctic Treaty,  which upholds that Antarctica will only be used for peace and scientific purposes, and how IAATO works to support this agreement. She highlights how she got involved in the marine conservation industry after initially training as an accountant. Together, Gina and Richard discuss why this enigmatical continent always exceeds the idealized expectations when one visits, thanks to light reflections and colorful scenery. Gina touches on Antarctica's unique and unpredictable nature and shares why her advice to “go with the flow” of nature will ensure visitors have an amazing experience. Finally, they discuss how tourism benefits Antarctica – the biggest misconceptions people have about the country, and much more!

To find out more about IAATO, visit: www.iaato.org

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In this episode of Beyond The Lens, internationally acclaimed photographer and podcast host Richard Bernabe provides an insight into preparations for his 6th trip to Antarctica – a 23-day expedition to the Drake Passage, the Falkland Islands, King George Island, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Richard shares what is essential for such a trip – from the recommended camera equipment to appropriate clothing. He also describes what he loves about this colossal continent and explains his way of doing a popular Polar Plunge – pointing out which mistakes not to make.

You can follow Richard’s trip to Antarctica on his Instagram, @bernabephoto and Twitter, @bernabephoto.

To find out more, visit: www.richardbernabe.com

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Photographer and visual artist, Alejandro Cartagena, lives and works in Monterrey, Mexico. His work explores social, urban, and environmental issues through landscape and portraiture, aiming to engage with a larger history of photography by reinterpreting or rethinking the ways these issues have been represented previously. His work has been featured internationally in over 50 group and individual exhibitions and is displayed in several museums. As a self-publisher and co-editor, Alejandro has created multiple award-winning titles and is the recipient of numerous awards, including the international Photolucida Critical Mass Book Award, the Street Photography Award at the London Photo Festival, and more.

In this episode, Alejandro shares his thoughts on the current NFT environment, describing his experience of breaking into the space. He shares his optimism for the advancement of technology and the opportunities it can create for photographers. Alejandro reflects on leaving the Dominican Republic as a child and shares that he would find comfort looking through family photo albums. He explains how he now finds comfort in photography and sees it as a place where stories and feelings are encapsulated. He touches upon his photography today and explains why he focuses his work in Monterrey, Mexico and why themes of urbanization, suburban sprawl, and the environment run through his projects. He shares why he uses his photography to gain a greater understanding of who the people are around him, the city he is in, and the people who are changing that city. He explains the importance of understanding those aspects and much more!

To find out more about Alejandro, visit: www.alejandrocartagena.com

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Launched officially in 2015 as an alternative to Facebook and Instagram, VERO is a social media platform and mobile app company that markets itself as a social network free from advertisements, data mining, and algorithms. Within weeks of its release, the app surged in popularity and became favored amongst niche groups of make-up artists, tattoo artists, and skateboarders. In the wake of the Cambridge Analytica data scandal in 2018, VERO devised an advertising campaign aimed at defected Facebook and Instagram users, hoping the app's policies and privacy settings would satisfy concerns over sharing personal information on the internet. Within one week, it was the most downloaded app in eighteen countries.

In this episode, founder and CEO of VERO, Ayman Hariri, shares his favorite everyday camera, explains why architectural photography is his preferred genre and describes how VERO has encouraged him to be more creative and find more things to take photos of. Ayman reveals why his app is called ‘VERO’ – which means ‘truth’ in Italian. He describes why the true social network is yet to be reflected online and why they aim to keep human interaction at the forefront of the app. Ayman delves into the reasons why the platform is currently free and touches on his plans to introduce a subscription service to avoid advertising and data mining to VERO. Richard and Ayman discuss the possibility of photographers moving from Instagram to VERO, why his father, Rafic Hariri, is his hero, and much more!

To find out more about VERO and download the app, visit: www.vero.co

To follow Ayman on VERO, visit: www.vero.co/ayman

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Award-winning travel writer, multimedia journalist, and editor-at-large at Lonely Planet, Sebastian Modak, joins Richard on this episode of Beyond The Lens. In 2019, Sebastian spent a year traveling and reporting from all the places on The New York Times' ‘52 Places to Go’ list. His work has been published in The Washington Post, Condé Nast Traveler, The Wall Street Journal, AFAR, and BBC Travel. Sebastian was a producer on the MTV World series ‘Rebel Music’ and received the Fulbright-mtvU Fellowship, which allowed him to travel to Botswana, where he spent a year documenting the local hip-hop scene. Besides Botswana and the U.S., Sebastian has lived in Hong Kong, Australia, India, and Indonesia, and traveled to over 70 countries.

In this episode, Sebastian shares how reading ‘The Adventures of Tintin’ comics as a young child sparked a love of storytelling, which led to his desire to write. He delves into his experience of being the ‘52 Places Traveler’ for The New York Times, where he visited 52 different countries in the span of a year. He reveals some of the unexpected challenges he faced, his favorite country, and how we managed the behind-the-scenes logistics. Sebastian explains how a language barrier between himself and an older man he met in Georgia gave him a great piece of advice that he now takes with him in his everyday life, and much more!

To find out more about Sebastian, visit www.sebastianmodak.com.

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In this episode of Beyond The Lens, internationally acclaimed photographer and podcast host, Richard Bernabe provides an insight into safari photography and talks through his tips for preparation, equipment, and capturing great shots. Explaining what is needed to organize such a trip, Richard mentions some of his favorite locations in Africa and shares why he has chosen to go to Maasai Mara in September. Richard talks about the camera equipment he will take for his trip to Kenya, explains each piece's strengths and reveals some of his expertise and tricks! Finally, Richard discusses his shooting strategy and explains why he likes to keep it simple.

You can follow Richard's trip to Maasai Mara, Kenya, on his Instagram, @bernabephoto and Twitter, @bernabephoto.

To find out more, visit: www.richardbernabe.com

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Outside is the world's leading creator of active lifestyle content and experiences. This year, CEO Robin Thurston revealed its plans for the 'Outerverse' - an adventure-minded, wellness-driven alternative to the Metaverse. The 'Outerverse' represents the first comprehensive delve into Web3 technology by a significant consumer media company. Outerverse platform will feature an NFT marketplace, creator platform, and loyalty tokens with the goal of rewarding people for getting outdoors.

In this episode, Robin shares that he was a bike racer in high school, which fuelled his love for nature and outdoor activities. He reveals that he decided to stop racing and ride his bike for fun after having an accident during a race in Switzerland. Together, Robin and Richard discuss the importance of spending time outside in nature to appreciate and feel more connected with the problems our planet is facing. They discuss whether the rise of technology and the internet has caused the younger generation to spend more time inside on their devices and debate how to encourage younger people to spend more time in the great outdoors. Robin delves into Outside Interactive Inc.'s new project, the 'Outerverse,' which he describes as 'anti-Metaverse'. He explains how they created the 'Outerverse' to encourage more people to get outdoors by offering in-game and real-life rewards. He also shares how Outside aims to become carbon neutral by 2030, and he explains that every transaction made is 100% offset for all of their partners, brands and creators.

To find out more about Outside and the 'Outerverse', visit: www.outside.io

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Over the past 25 years, Africa has lost half of its lion population. The Lion Recovery Fund is a collaborative initiative created by the Wildlife Conservation Network in partnership with the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation with a vision to double the number of lions in Africa. Their investments also affect biodiversity, climate, and the people who live in and around Africa’s majestic conservation areas. With lions as their primary focus, they can address these issues together. Dr Peter Lindsey identifies Africa's most innovative and effective projects to conserve lions and restore their landscapes. 

In this episode, Peter reflects on how his childhood passion inspired him to pursue a career in wildlife conservation in his adult life. He recalls his first time seeing a lion on a trip to the bush in Zimbabwe with his parents. He outlines the three different threats to lions: direct - poaching, trophy hunting, captures and snares; indirect - habitat loss, farming, mining and logging; and food sources - the poaching of lion’s prey for bushmeat, and how they all contribute to the decline in the lion population. He expresses the critical role they play in the ecological system as one of the top predators, explaining that they are an “umbrella species,” so if you protect habitats and prey that lions depend on, you know that the ecosystem is pretty intact. Peter reveals that a common misconception people have about lions is that male lions are lazy, and females do all of the hunting - explaining that the two genders have different hunting habits. Finally, Peter shares his goal to double the lion population by 2050 and describes how humans and wildlife can co-exist in Africa.

If you wish to support the cause or want to find out more, visit www.lionrecoveryfund.org/

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Levison Wood - “the toughest man on TV”, is a best-selling author who has written ten books, including ‘Walking the Nile’ and ‘Walking the Himalayas’; he is also the producer of seven critically acclaimed documentaries. As a photographer, Levison has worked in more than 100 countries, capturing his journey and the people he met along the way. Before becoming a photographer, Levison served in the Parachute Regiment for 13 years as a Major of the British Army. A keen conservationist, he is an elected Fellow of both – the Royal Geographical Society and the Explorers Club, and is an ambassador and patron for several charities, including UNICEF.

In this episode, Levison reveals how his childhood passion for reading culture and history books resulted in having an adventurous life himself. These historical tales fed an insatiable curiosity to see what the world is about. Richard grills Levison on the high and low lights from navigating the length of the Nile river and the treacherous foothills of the Himalayas. Levison explains how the ability to endure moments of extreme hardship was shaped by time spent in the army. For Levison, photography is an extension of being able to document travel and being in the right place at the right moment - it’s another way of meeting interesting people and telling their stories. Together, Richard and Levison reminisce about the joys of hospitality from strangers around the world and reflect on how the worst travel experiences often make for the best travel stories. 

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The ever-adventurous writer, Sophy Roberts, is the author of ‘The Lost Pianos of Siberia’ a Times, Sunday Times, and Independent ‘Book of 2020’. This non-fiction book explores the pianos created during the boom years of the nineteenth century. Sophy tells the story of her piano hunt through two centuries of Russian history, which reveals an unexpected musical legacy and profound brave humanity. Sophy is a regular radio, podcast, and panel events contributor, focusing on travel stories from remote parts of the world, with a particular interest in literary work, history, and culture.

In this episode, Sophy shares what inspired her to write about travelling and how looking at the sky above empty landscapes fill her with optimism. She describes how she got into writing and explains why she sees herself as a travelling writer. Together, they discuss their passion for exploration and capturing the world's natural beauty through writing and photography. Sophy looks back on her journey in penning ‘The Lost Pianos of Siberia’, revealing why she associates warm feelings with the country after meeting Siberian people. Sophy reflects on her experience visiting a national park in Tanzania, which leads to the debate on the benefits of tourism on wildlife conservation.

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An activist for endangered species, Moose, has dedicated his life to educating and protecting America’s wildlife through his award-winning photography. Through his imagery, Moose also documents and helps preserve the legacy of America’s aviation heritage with an aim to showcase the freedoms they protect. Moose is the author of 29 books, including ‘Takeoff: The Alpha to Zulu of Aviation Photography (Voices That Matter)’ -  a one-of-a-kind book that teaches readers how to start taking beautiful, intriguing photographs of aircraft, and a best-seller ‘Captured: Lessons from Behind the Lens of a Legendary Wildlife Photographer (Voices That Matter)’ - the ultimate guide to wildlife photography. In 1999, he was one of the original Nikon shooters to receive the D1; embracing new technology. Moose became one of the first wildlife photographers in the world to shoot strictly digital.

In this episode, Richard and Moose discuss a passion for wildlife and the power of using the camera for storytelling. They reflect on the cataclysmic effect of the changes humans have had on our planet over the last 10 years. As a result, the sad reality is that Moose has photographed 7 extinct species, that now just sit as part of his archive library. Moose talks about his experience where one of his single photographs saved an endangered species from extinction. Consequently, this is why photography is vital for preserving moments in time, which is also why Moose has a particular interest in documenting America’s aviation heritage. 

Discover inside photography tips on how to work with an art director and photo editor. Along with the importance of passion and patience over forcing “a good photo”. 

Website: Moose Peterson Photography
Twitter: @MoosePeterson
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As one of the most prolific explorers and mountaineers, Conrad Anker has summited Mount Everest three times. In 1999, Anker discovered the body of George Mallory, one of the two British climbers who died attempting to climb Everest in 1924, helping to shed more light on one of mountaineering’s most famous mysteries. He has made many notable first ascents, from Alaska, through the Himalayas, to Antarctica, not only choosing the highest peaks but the most difficult ones. 

In this conversation, Conrad shares how climbing helps him feel more connected to other people through cooperation and sharing the same goals. He looks back on some of his most significant climbs including the Kichatna Spire in 1987 and discovering George Mallory's body on Mount Everest in 1999, explaining how this was a humbling experience for him. Together, Conrad and Richard remember photographer Galen Rowell, and Conrad shares some of his favourite memories. Finally, he touches upon the dangers of climbing and expresses the importance of having different experiences, as it is those moments that make life sweet.

To find out more about Conrad visit www.conradanker.com

An activist for marine life conservation, Ellen Cuylaerts is an award-winning underwater and wildlife photographer. Ellen educates on the challenges our oceans are facing and has addressed heads of state at the UN General Assembly to highlight the plight of filmmakers engaging in the protection of the oceans. Since 2018, Ellen has also been diving in the silence of caves and in 2019 was inducted into the Women Divers Hall of Fame. Today, her work is on display in exhibitions around the world.

In this conversation, Richard investigates what it takes to photograph successfully in unpredictable underwater conditions, especially when face to face with sharks. Ellen talks of her methodology, inspiration and unique mindset. She explains how her images bridge a deeper connection between humanity and nature, which is vital when we are faced with pollution and climate change. 


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David Burkus, one of the world’s most highly-regarded business thinkers, is a best selling author and contributing writer for many notable publications, such as The Financial Times, Forbes and Harvard Business Review. He shares captivating stories and practical takeaways to diverse audiences, giving them a compelling insight into how organizations and individuals can do their best work. David is also the author of ‘The Myths of Creativity’, which aims to demystify the processes that drive innovation, highlighting the mistaken ideas that hold us back.

Together, David and Richard discuss the difference between creativity and innovation, explaining that an idea can be creative without being applied and becomes an innovation when the thought is used. David busts some notable creativity misconceptions like the “eureka myth”, which is the concept that ideas come to you; the “breed myth”, which preaches that creative people are a particular type of person and finally, the “mousetrap myth”, which refers to the ideology that people's first reaction to creative and novel ideas will be rejection. Finally, he argues why the idea that “no idea is a bad idea” is inaccurate and that pushing back on people’s suggestions can help strengthen them.

Internationally respected as one of the most prominent artists working with digital media, John Paul works with photo-based digital imaging as his primary medium, combining his background in painting with traditional and alternative photographic processes using the latest technology. He is also a published writer who aims to help others creatively make deeper connections with nature and themselves. The likes of the Estee Lauder Collection, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and more have purchased his artwork.

Together, Richard and John Paul discuss the psychological-emotional weight of the pandemic, pollution, and climate change. Furthermore, he explains how creative writing, art, nature, and photography are restorative in times of unrest. They disclose their unique takes on image creation and visualization. John Paul reveals the importance of dreams, emotion, senses, connection, and intuition in photography. Listen to discover their views on what makes a successful image.

You sent in your burning questions from all over the world, and in this special bonus episode of Beyond The Lens, host Richard Bernabe answers them, presented to him by co-producer Mia Hadrill.

The internationally acclaimed photographer gives an insight into his personal journey, revealing his muses, a scary close encounter with a bear, and the song lyrics that resonated and inspired the dramatic career shift that changed his life. Richard provides honest advice for aspiring photographers and unearths some of the life lessons that he learned along the way; and exposes what his least favorite question is and why! 

We would like to extend a big thank you to everyone who submitted a question. If you would like to participate in the next round, be sure to follow Richard: www.beyondthelens.fm

Additionally, you can submit any questions, guest suggestions, or topics that you would like to see discussed, using the contact form.

With over 25 years of industry experience, Marc Saltzman is a recognized and trusted technology and gaming evangelist, specializing in consumer electronics, online technology, business technology, interactive entertainment, and future trends. 

A veteran in the tech world, Marc hosts the Tech It Out podcast and radio show as well as Tech Impact on Bloomberg Television, which explores the impact of technology on our personal and professional lives. Marc also contributes to more than 20 prominent publications across the US and has written 16 books.

In this 1-1 conversation, Marc breaks down tech-geek speak into street speak and provides fascinating predictions on the future of technology, particularly the metaverse, NFTs, and how technology impacts the art world. Together, Richard and Marc give surprising tips for travelers on how technology can aid adventures. 

To find out more about Marc’s work, visit www.marcsaltzman.com

A passionate campaigner for the plight of wolves, Marc Cooke is the President and Board Member of Wolves of the Rockies. Founded in 2011, the organisation uses advocacy and education to protect and defend the wolves of Yellowstone National Park and the Rocky Mountains while also trying to enact positive change for all wolves. 

Together, Richard and Marc discuss the importance of the Wolves of the Rockies’ grassroots strategy to act as their voice, especially when up against inadequate state legislation, lobbying by the unethical hunting community, and bounty bills set to kill wolves.  
Marc’s insightful knowledge reveals why man-made “safe protection areas” are not working and the official number of the wolf population today does not add up.  

Anticipating a better future where the public understands that wolves are essential to the local ecosystem, Marc expresses why he’s grateful for a new generation of thought on cohabitation. He explains the importance of safe alternatives for wolf management, outlining all of the ways we can all help today.

To find out more visit www.wolvesoftherockies.org

As a photographer with over 20 years of industry experience, Jerry Greer is an expert in book publishing, print brokering, and preparing images for 4-color offset printing. In 2000, Jerry founded Mountain Trail Press - an award-winning custom publisher of fine art photography books and calendars that celebrate America’s most scenic places. In this in-depth conversation, Jerry shares the creative process and inspiration behind his latest project, ‘Dust to Dust’, a collection of photographs and essays that find common beauty in the land and people of the Appalachian region as it struggles to emerge from a coal-dominated economy.

Together, Richard and Jerry describe how photography is bound by reality and how the audience’s expectation of reality separates it from other art genres. Jerry also reveals some of the technical aspects of printing and publishing, explains the importance of color separation, and reveals his top tips on preparing your images.

Rick Sammon is an award-winning photographer who has traveled to more than 100 destinations around the world in search of new images. Known by some as “The Godfather of Photography”, he is on a mission to make digital photography fun, creative, exciting, and rewarding for others. Rick is also a best-selling author and talented musician. In this in-depth conversation, he explains the connection between music and photography and how we can all construct our own reality through creativity; describes memory tools that he shares with his photography students called “Sammonisms”; reveals some of his worst travel stories and discusses his latest book ‘How to Make Money While You are Sleeping: A Photographer's Guide to Passive Income - And Other Savvy Business Strategies’.