The Camera Life

This is the first episode of our new live weekly show, The Random Photography Show.
Every Monday night we will go live with some of the most fun photographers around to talk about anything and everything related to cameras and making images. News, reviews, rants, bad jokes and image critiques, it's all on the table!

For our first episode and also episode 50 we've got the OG crew back together with Greg, it's the first time all 4 of us are on the podcast together.

Get in the live chat and let's have some fun!

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THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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(Use code for 15% off - Codes are JUSTIN  JIM or  GREG - Which host do you like the most?)

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

John's Photography Work

Instagram: @neatism

Lumina Labs (10% off with LUCKYLUMINA) Wesbite: https://www.luminalabs.com.au/

Instagram: @luminalabs.au

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THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET

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✅ Quick Release System

✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock

✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather

✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW  https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

On this special episode of The Camera Life we are joined by Charlie Blevins of Fujifilm Australia. He is going to tell us all about the upcoming Creator Summit which will be held at Luna Park in Sydney on Feb 22-23 of 2025.

More information and tickets: https://fujifilm-houseofphotography.com.au/products/creator-summit

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THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET

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✅ Quick Release System

✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock

✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather

✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW  https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

Today's guest is Ben Lawrence, he's an award winning director, screenwriter, and producer.
In Ben's own words 'I’m more of a filmmaker but, my secret, scared love was always photography.'

Ben’s films have screened at festivals including Toronto, Busan, Sydney, Edinburgh, Clermont-Ferrand, Sheffield, DocNYC, Melbourne, Palm Springs, Sitges and Sao Paulo.

In 2022 he was nominated for Australia’s most prestigious journalism documentary award - The Walkley Documentary Award.

He is a two-time Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Award nominee and four-time Australian Writers Guild Award winner across feature film, documentary and podcast categories.

In 2020 he was awarded the Australian Directors Guild highest award for his debut feature film, Hearts and Bones - which starred Hugo Weaving and premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.

His 2018 documentary, Ghosthunter won Sydney Film Festival Best Documentary and was nominated for the esteemed Illuminate Award at Sheffield DocFest.

Ben has also directed for factual TV series, including The Jury: Death on the Staircase, Stuff The British Stole and the 4 Corners series, Exposed: The Case of Kelli Lane.

His latest feature documentary, Ithaka opened both the Barcelona & Berlin Human Rights Film Festivals - where it won the audience award and also screened in competition at Sydney, DocNYC, Sheffield and DocEdge Festival - where Ben was awarded Best International Director.

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THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET

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✅ Quick Release System

✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock

✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather

✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW  https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

Today we are super excited to have Richard Tatti back on the show to talk about anything and everything related to photographing the night sky.

Richards youtube channel Nightscape Images has over 80,000 subscribers and is treasure trove of free information about astrophotography.
Whether you are a beginner trying to get your first Milky Way photo, or a seasoned pro looking for tips on star tracking and image stacking this podcast will cover it!

Richard's EPIC Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@nightscapeimages.richard

Richard's IG
https://www.instagram.com/nightscapeimages/

Richard's Website
https://www.nightscapeimages.com.au/

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THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Quick Release System

✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock

✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather

✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW  https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

Nev Clarke is a landscape photographer from Western Australia and last time he was on the show it ended up being our most viewed episode of 2024. He shoots with Fujifilm GFX Medium Format Cameras and spent the back half of 2024 exploring new photography genres and techniques.

Nev's IG: https://www.instagram.com/nevclarke_artphotography/

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THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Quick Release System

✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock

✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather

✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW  https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

In this episode, we dive deep into creating photography goals for 2025. From overcoming creative slumps to exploring the value of printing your work, we offer practical challenges and strategies to reignite your passion for photography. Plus, discover the benefits of joining communities, building a website, and embarking on personal photography projects. A must-listen for photographers at every level!

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THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET

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✅ Quick Release System

✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock

✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather

✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW  https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

Mark Bloothoofd brings over 30 years of experience as a professional photographer and more than two decades as a well-established presence in Camera Club competitions.

As the Photographic Manager and a senior photographer at Arthur Reed Photos, he leads a team of over 35 photographers, specialising in school photography and extending into corporate, promotional, sports, and event photography. In addition to managing a large team, Mark is dedicated to training and nurturing new talent in the field.

Beyond his role at Arthur Reed Photos, Mark has captured countless commercial and domestic projects, and his work has taken him from press photography at The Portland Observer to stills photography for independent feature films.

While photography is Mark’s profession, it’s also his lifelong passion. Through his camera, he continues to explore, document, and celebrate the world, finding inspiration in every scene he encounters.

https://www.instagram.com/mark_bloot_fotog/?hl=en

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THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST
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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life
➡YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast
➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97
➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET
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✅ Quick Release System
✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock
✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather
✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee
✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo
✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US
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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/
➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/
➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

Our guest today is Levin Barrett, a passionate, award winning Astro and Landscape Photographer. He runs photography courses and tours while also still working as a commercial pilot!

https://rareview.photography/

https://www.instagram.com/rareview.photography/

Here is some more about Levin in his own words:
I started many years ago, about as far from photography as you could imagine, as an aircraft engineer. After 20 years I decided to fly them rather than fix them and re-educated myself to become a pilot. I am now a Captain with a major Australian airline and fly both domestically and internationally.

Through all of this I have had a passion for photography starting with an Olympus OM1 back in 1980 and had my own black and white darkroom. I drifted away from photography during my busy stage of life but 18 years ago I got back into it and have just gone nuts with photography since them.

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THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Quick Release System

✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock

✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather

✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

================

Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

https://www.instagram.com/emilyblackphotography/

https://www.emilyblackphotography.com/

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THE CAMERA LIFE  - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

===================================================

LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET

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✅ Quick Release System

✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock

✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather

✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

================

Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

Join us on the Camera Life Podcast as we talk with Australian photographer Nicholas Walton-Healey about his transition from poetry to photography. Nicholas shares insights from his career, including documenting Victorian poets, exploring Melbourne’s urban transformation in "The Line," and his nine-year work with the Tiwi Islands community.
He also reflects on balancing technical skills with creative storytelling and the challenges of mounting exhibitions. This episode offers valuable inspiration and practical advice for photographers interested in meaningful projects and artistic growth.

https://www.nwhphoto.com/
https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswaltonhealey/

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THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST
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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life
➡YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast
➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97
➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET
===================================================
✅ Quick Release System
✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock
✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather
✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee
✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo
✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US
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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/
➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/
➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

Our guest this week is Joel Alston, a wedding photography from Sydney that shoots only on film! Join us as we discuss everything from the business of wedding photography to creative process.

https://www.barefootandbearded.com/
https://www.instagram.com/barefootandbearded

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THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST
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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life
➡YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast
➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97
➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET
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✅ Quick Release System
✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock
✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather
✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee
✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo
✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US
================
Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/
➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/
➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

0:00 Introduction to the Podcast
3:00 Joel Alston’s Journey to Photography
8:00 Transitioning from Digital to Analog
14:00 Why Analog Film for Weddings?
20:00 Challenges of Shooting Film at Weddings
27:00 Creativity Through Analog Limitations
34:00 Reimagining Wedding Photography
41:00 Balancing Art and Business in Photography
48:00 The Wedding Industry: Noise vs. Substance
54:00 Traveling with Film Gear
1:00:00 Staying True to Artistic Vision
1:08:00 Reflecting on Authentic Moments in Weddings

Join us in this inspiring episode as Joel Alston of Barefoot and Bearded shares his journey into analog wedding photography. Joel discusses his transition from digital to film, the unique challenges and rewards of capturing weddings authentically, and how the pandemic reshaped his approach to the craft. Perfect for photography enthusiasts and professionals alike, this episode explores balancing artistry and business in the wedding industry.

Our guest this week is Denis Smith, an amazing photographer that specialises in the art of light painting. We recently were able to watch him work in person and it was absolutely fascinating!

https://www.denissmith.com.au/
https://www.instagram.com/theballoflight/

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THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST
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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life
➡YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast
➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97
➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET
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✅ Quick Release System
✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock
✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather
✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee
✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo
✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US
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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/
➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/
➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

0:00 Introduction to the Podcast
1:00 Guest Introduction: Denis Smith
5:30 Exploring Denis's Light Painting Journey
12:00 Mental Health and Photography's Role
20:00 The Bright Festival of Photography (BFOP)
30:00 Philosophy of Light and Depth in Photography
38:00 Stories Behind Iconic Light Paintings
46:00 Gear Debates: Tools vs. Intentions
54:00 Street Photography Insights and Challenges
1:02:00 Duality Project: Art and Vulnerability
1:15:00 Exploring Portraiture and Street Interaction
1:25:00 Creative Lessons from Vietnam and Beyond
1:34:00 Updates in Photography Technology
1:40:00 Navigating Gear for Street and Travel
1:50:00 The Evolution of Travel Photography Tools
2:00:00 The Emotional Depth of Street Photography
2:10:00 Industry Updates: Fujifilm, Nikon, and More
2:20:00 Denis's Upcoming Work in Dubai
2:30:00 Closing Thoughts: Finding Your Creative Intent

Discover the artistry of light painting with Denis Smith as he takes us on a journey of creativity, mental health, and the magic of photography. From his transformative experiences with light to his work with iconic projects like Duality and capturing street life in Vietnam, this episode brims with stories, tips, and insights. Dive into the nuances of gear, the emotional depth of photography, and the future of creative tools. Perfect for photographers of all levels seeking inspiration!

In this episode, Greg and Jim dive into the storytelling potential of candid photography, share insights on gear storage solutions, and discuss the evolving role of AI in photography. They explore new camera gear from Nikon and Fujifilm, including a detailed review of the X-M5. Justin joins live from Vietnam to share his travel photography plans and creative challenges. A must-listen for photographers of all levels!

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life
➡YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast
➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97
➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/
➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/
➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

0:00 Introduction to the Podcast
0:30 Catching Up with Jim’s Recovery
3:00 Gaming, Travel, and Off-Topic Chat
5:00 Launch of Lucky Straps Apparel Line
8:30 Discussing the Rooftop Photo Shoot
11:00 Justin’s Storytelling Through Photography Challenge
20:00 Insights on Candid Pool Photography
28:00 Backups and Storage for Photographers
38:00 Cloud Storage vs. Physical Storage Debate
45:00 AI in Photography: Pros, Cons, and Ethics
54:00 New Developments in Nikon and Canon Lenses
1:03:00 Fujifilm X-M5 Review and Street Photography Discussion
1:13:00 Justin Joins Live from Vietnam
1:27:00 Photography Memories and Family Shoots
1:37:00 Gear Acquisition Thoughts and Christmas Wish Lists
1:48:00 Wrapping Up: Encouragement to Shoot

Our guest this week is Pink Spencer, she is a Landscape, Wildlife and Astro Photographer who shoots with Fujifilm gear.

https://www.instagram.com/pinky_spencer111/

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life
➡YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast
➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97
➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US
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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/
➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/
➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

0:00 Introduction to the Camera Life Podcast
1:30 Catching Up with Hosts and Pinky Spencer
5:00 Pinky’s Photography Journey Beginnings
9:30 Transition to Fujifilm Gear and Astrophotography
14:50 Pinky’s Favorite Photography Techniques and Tools
21:00 Adventures in Astrophotography and Landscape Shots
27:30 Capturing Wildlife on Phillip Island
33:00 Printing and Displaying Your Photographs
38:50 Workshops and Tours: Photography in New Zealand
45:00 Memorable Photography Experiences and Future Goals
50:00 Photography Inspirations and Pushing Boundaries
58:00 Overcoming Creative Ruts and Learning Through Community
1:05:00 The Challenges of Wedding Photography
1:12:00 Justin’s Weekly Photography Challenge Idea
1:18:00 Canon’s New Lenses and Hybrid Features
1:23:00 The Future of Photography: VR Galleries and Immersive Tech
1:30:00 Apple’s Vision Pro: A New Tool for Photographers?
1:36:00 Pinky’s Advice for Aspiring Photographers
1:40:00 Exploring Street Photography and Community Photo Walks
1:45:00 Justin’s Travel Plans and the Power of Constraints
1:50:00 The Importance of Printing Your Work
1:55:00 Final Wrap-Up and Closing Remarks

In this extended episode of the Camera Life Podcast, Pinky Spencer discusses her passion for astrophotography, wildlife, and landscape photography, while sharing insights from her New Zealand workshops. The hosts delve into the latest photography tech, including Canon lenses and Apple’s Vision Pro, and explore challenges like Justin’s weekly photography goal. They also highlight the importance of printing, pushing creative boundaries, and learning through community. A must-listen for photography enthusiasts seeking inspiration and practical advice.

Our guest this week is John St. a street photographer based in South Australia.

https://www.instagram.com/giant_evertonian/

https://www.instagram.com/streetlife.podcast/

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

Dive into an exciting recap of the Bright Festival of Photography (BFOP) 2024 in this episode of The Camera Life Podcast! From vibrant community vibes and immersive workshops to night photography under the aurora and hilarious contests, this is an event like no other. Hear about the gear, the people, and the unforgettable moments that define BFOP—plus what’s in store for 2025.

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Quick Release System

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✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

This week we chat with Natalia Naa, Melbourne based boudoir photographer that specialises in underwater, fantasy and much more. Join us as we dive into her journey as a photographer, the gear she uses for underwater shoots plus much more.

https://www.natalianaa.com/

https://www.instagram.com/natalianaa/

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Quick Release System

✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock

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✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

This week we are joined by Mark Condon, photographer and founder of Shotkit.
Shotkit is all about inspiring, teaching and supporting photographers from around the world to become better at art and in their business.

https://shotkit.com/

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET

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✅ Quick Release System

✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock

✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather

✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

Join us for a captivating conversation with Russell Ord, a renowned surf and lifestyle photographer, as he shares his journey from a professional firefighter to an ocean-loving visual storyteller. Russell delves into the challenges of early film photography, the evolution to digital, and the impact of Fujifilm's GFX series on his work.

Discover his inspiring Desert Light Foundation, where he teaches photography to kids in remote areas, and hear his candid thoughts on the future of photography in a rapidly changing world. This episode is a must-listen for creatives and photography enthusiasts alike.

https://www.russellordphoto.com/

https://www.instagram.com/russellordphoto/

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

Today we chat with Jason Lau. Jason is a Sony shooter who runs a successful commercial and fashion photography business in Melbourne, Australia.  He also teaches Commercial Photography at university and runs not one but two successful studio spaces with his business partner.

Jason's IG for commercial and fashion work.

https://www.instagram.com/jasonlauphotos/

Jason's Moto Content:

https://www.instagram.com/jasonlphotos/

Jason's Photography

https://www.jasonlauphotography.com/

The Studios:

https://www.lumistudio.net/

https://www.fabrikspace.com.au/

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Quick Release System

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✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

0:00 Introduction to the Podcast
2:25 Guest Introduction: Jason Lau
10:38 Jason’s Journey into Photography
18:56 Transition from Film to Digital Photography
27:40 Exploring Jason’s Studio Spaces
35:55 Building a Photography Business from Scratch
44:22 Pricing Strategies for Photographers
58:12 Commercial Photography: Goals and Value
1:12:10 Balancing Passion Projects and Paid Work
1:25:30 The Role of Licensing and Image Usage
1:40:50 Advice for New Photographers
1:54:40 The Importance of Collaboration in Photography
2:05:15 Jason’s Current Work and Teaching
2:18:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Projects

Join us as Jason Lau, a commercial photographer and university lecturer, dives deep into the business of photography. Jason shares his journey from film to digital, insights on pricing strategies, managing studios, and the importance of aligning with clients’ goals. Packed with practical advice for photographers at all levels, this episode sheds light on building a sustainable career in photography while balancing passion and profession. Don’t miss the valuable tips on licensing and creating impactful images. Perfect for photographers aiming to enhance their craft and business acumen!

Today we chat with Charlie Blevins. Charlie is a Fuji shooter, portrait photographer, and the FUJIFILM National Training and Events Specialist.

https://www.instagram.com/charlie_blevins/

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

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CONNECT WITH US

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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

0:00 Introduction to the Podcast
1:35 Guest Introduction: Charlie Blevins
5:00 Insights from a 30-Day Photography Challenge
12:30 Finding Inspiration Through Creative Challenges
18:45 Revisiting Photography Influences and Early Gear
28:00 Transitioning from Film to Digital Photography
36:15 Building Communities Around Fujifilm
45:10 The GFX System and Medium Format Magic
52:50 Hands-On Experiences with Fujifilm Cameras
1:02:00 Fujifilm Events: Learning and Trying Gear
1:13:15 The Philosophy of High ISO and Noise
1:23:20 GoPro and Peak Design Innovations
1:30:50 Viewer Questions and Community Interactions
1:40:00 Photography Plans and Event Announcements
1:48:30 Closing Remarks

Today we are joined by Shane Henderson, AKA Crimson Dawn. Shane is a Melbourne based concert photographer specialising in heavy metal. He has photographed some huge acts!

Shanes Instagram: @crimsondawnphoto

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee 

✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo

✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

================

CONNECT WITH US

================

Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

0:00 Welcome to the Camera Life Podcast
0:57 Shane Henderson Introduction: Heavy Metal Photographer
3:02 Discovering Heavy Metal: Iron Maiden and Early Influences
8:58 First Concert Experience: Motley Crue’s Dr. Feelgood Tour
10:48 Iron Maiden Flight Story: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Fan Experience
15:45 Transitioning to Photography: From Film to Digital in the UK
19:49 Breaking into Concert Photography: Early Days in London
24:48 Tips for Aspiring Concert Photographers: Start Small and Build
27:03 Essential Gear for Concert Photography: Two Bodies, Prime Lenses
31:43 Challenges of Shooting in Low Light: Strategies for Success
35:53 Switching to Fujifilm Mirrorless Cameras: Why the Move?
41:12 Capturing Legendary Bands: Pantera, Slayer, and More
46:58 Balancing Passion with a Day Job: The Realities of the Field
50:17 Funny Pit Stories: Shoeys, Crowd Surfers, and More
56:08 Dream Photography Goals: Aiming for Iron Maiden
1:00:45 Editing Workflow and Low-Light Post-Processing
1:07:03 Fun with Experimental Gear: Trying New Lenses and Techniques
1:11:37 Social Media Strategies: Sharing and Growing Your Audience
1:16:55 Advice for Aspiring Photographers: Start and Keep Learning
1:20:32 Insights on Volume, Culling, and Workflow for Large Shoots
1:26:07 Reflecting on Changing Gear Trends: From DSLRs to Mirrorless
1:30:52 Inspiration for Street and Concert Photography Projects
1:36:19 Shane’s Favorite Editing Presets and Film Simulations
1:42:47 Unexpected Challenges: Mishaps with Gear and Recovery
1:49:22 Future of Photography: Experimenting with New Technologies
1:56:39 Final Thoughts: Shane’s Takeaways for Aspiring Photographers
2:03:55 Closing Remarks and Thank You

Today we are joined by Matt Krumins who is an award winning photographer, educator as well as the Director of the Bright Festival of Photography!

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/

================

CONNECT WITH US

================

Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

0:00 Introduction to the Podcast
2:06 Matt Krumins and Bright Festival Origins
6:18 What Makes Bright Festival Unique
12:32 Community and Sponsors at the Festival
19:23 Popular Workshops and Hidden Gems
25:50 The Social Side of the Festival
31:46 Planning and Running a Photography Workshop
38:24 Challenges of Professional Photography
46:10 Matt Krumins on His Passion for Photography
53:12 Monochrome Underwater Photography Insights
1:02:30 Exclusive Full-Day Workshops at Bright Festival
1:12:12 Practical Advice for Photography Enthusiasts
1:20:56 Behind the Scenes at the Festival
1:33:20 The Realities of Being a Photographer
1:44:22 Final Reflections

In this episode, Matt Krumins shares insights into the Bright Festival of Photography, an immersive event for photographers of all levels. Discover unique workshops, including full-day experiences, and learn about the festival’s community-driven ethos. Matt also dives into his passion for underwater monochrome photography, offering a fresh perspective on creativity. Whether you're a hobbyist or professional, this episode is packed with inspiration for exploring new photography techniques and connecting with like-minded individuals. Don't miss it!

In this episode, Greg Carrick joins the panel to explore profound questions about photography's purpose, authenticity, and evolving challenges. From accidental aurora captures to the impact of AI and social media, the discussion is both thought-provoking and insightful. With gear reviews, personal reflections, and plans for future creative projects, this episode is a must-listen for photography enthusiasts seeking inspiration and perspective.

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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life

➡YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life  

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast

➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97

➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/

➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer

➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/

➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/justinandjim/

This week on the show we have Western Australian Landscape Photographer Nev Clarke.

Connect with Nev here:

Nev Clarke Instagram

Brought to you by: https://luckystraps.com/

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

This week on the show we have cosplay photographer, videographer and Fujifilm shooter Ian Tan!

Connect with Ian here:

  / guitarpug  

   / @guitarpug  

https://shotkit.com/cosplay-photography/

Brought to you by: https://luckystraps.com/

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

This week on the show we have Greg Carrick joining us.  He is a retired photojournalist and very creative photographer.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Justin joins live from Sydney after attending the launch of the new Canon R5 mark ii and R1 cameras.  Lucky straps partnered with Canon Australia to create some amazing limited edition straps for the first 1,000 R5ii customers.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Matt Palmer is an award-winning photographic artist based in Alpine Victoria. Passionate about our natural world, and photographs that tell a story or establish a sense of place, Matt has won over 200 awards across documentary and landscape photography categories.

Matt runs the Alpine Light Gallery located in Bright, Victoria with his partner, landscape photographer Mieke Boynton. I'm very excited to discuss the realities of running a Photographic Art Gallery in 2023 as well as with digging into Matt's huge experience in the Photography Awards space as both a participant and a judge.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Justin bought his dream camera, a Leica Q3!  Was it a big mistake?

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Greg Sullavan is an award winning master photographer with 25 years of experience in a huge range of photographic disciplines. He runs a successful studio in Brisbane with his wife while also facilitating workshops and international photography tours to some of the most beautiful places on the planet.

In today's live interview we will be talking about all things photography including what it takes to run a successful business in 2023, but we will also be drooling over some of the amazing tours Greg has recently taken photographers on in NZ and Europe.

Greg's Tours and Studio: https://sunburststudio.com.au/

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Ever wondered how to win a camera in a photo competition? Well Grant did exactly that last week and he is going to talk you through exactly how it all went down on this weeks live photo news and Q and A show.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Jay Collier has been running photography tours in Africa for 16 years. He has worked for the biggest brands in the industry including Canon, Nikon, Olympus and even Kodak.

He now runs The Photography Workshop Co with his two partners Greg Sullavan and Scott Stramyk. Together they are putting together a huge range of photography workshops and tours all over Australia and the world, including Antarctica!

Join us for this live interview where we discuss what makes a great photography tour, how to prepare for a bucket list adventure and how Jay has somehow ended up with the best job in the world!

The Photo Workshop Co https://www.thephotographyworkshopco.com
Jay's Instagram   / jaycollier  
The Photography Collective Facebook Group   / photographerscollectiveaustralia  

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

This week we discuss how we deal with Gear Acquisition Syndrome when nice new cameras and lenses are released.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Join the boys live during the launch of the Nikon Z8

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Richard Tatti is a master of all things night sky. From astrophotography to timelapses, light painting and even portraits you will be amazed at what he is able to create with his camera. He runs regular workshops in Australia and also post videos with tips and techniques for getting more out of your gear when venturing out under the stars.

Richards Website - NightScape Images https://www.nightscapeimages.com.au/
NightScape Images Instagram   / nightscapeimages  
NightScape Images YouTube   / @nightscapeimages.richard  


Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Si Moore is a New Zealand based wedding and elopement photographer. He works with his partner Soph, together they are Bayly & Moore. We had a great discussion that lasted almost 3hrs! We chatted about wedding photography, commercial photography, creativity, social media marketing, and so much more! 
Si Moore   / sasmoore   Bayly & Moore   / baylymoore  

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

We are excited to have Lards Heinicke on today's live show to discuss his journey as a photographer and how it has lead him to owning and growing a successful Real Estate Photography business that supports his family.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim.  Join us live on Youtube at 9am every Thursday (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.

From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.

Brought to you by Lucky Camera Straps (the best leather camera straps on the planet!)

Live on Youtube: The Camera Life YouTube Channel

IG: The Camera Life Instagram

About the hosts:

Justin Castles @justincastles @justinandjim

I'm Justin, the owner of Lucky Straps as well as a professional photographer/videographer. After photographing weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim I now focus on sports, mainly mountain biking for Flow Mountain Bike. I have shot with Canon, then Nikon and now back to Canon with a full Mirrorless RF mount system. A full on gear nerd and business nerd, ask me anything about your camera kit or how to grow your photography business.

Greg Cromie @gcromie

Greg is a regular writer for photography publications such as ShotKit and also the famous Lucky Straps Blog. He is an avid Fujifilm X-series shooter as well an experienced reviewer of all things photography.  You can find him wandering the city of Melbourne with a camera in hand, street photography being his genre of choice.   His love for Fujifilm helps offset the traditional Canon vs Nikon arguments of Justin and Jim.

Jim Aldersey @jimaldersey @justinandjim

Jim is a professional wedding photographer shooting 40+ weddings a year as well as a diverse range of commercial work. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with me he was a full time photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. He is a long time Nikon DSLR shooter having his hands on just about every pro Nikon camera since the D3.

Grant Fleming @grantflemingphoto

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but is always thinking about photography and regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also makes money with his photography by shooting weddings, events and real estate.

Justin and Jim have been shooting weddings professionally for 10 years and have hundreds of happy clients.

In today's show we go through everything you need to ensure that your first wedding shoot goes as smoothly as possible. From setting expectations and confirming the booking to gear preparation and image editing Justin and Jim will walk you through it.

Even if you have shot a handful of weddings there will be some tips in here to make sure you are better prepared to handle anything that the day might throw at you.

Today Jim and Justin go live to chat about new gear, why AI photography sucks and then we go through everything that's in our camera bags.

Justin and Jim are going live at 2:30pm AESDT to chat about marketing and branding when it comes to different parts of your photography business.

Often wedding clients don't want to see commercial work and commercial clients only want to see the exact type of photography they are looking for.

So what's the answer? Launch a new brand and double the amount of time and money you spend on marketing or put it all under one roof? Jump in the live chat and get involved in today's discussion!

On today's show Justin and Grant we will be talking about making money with your camera in 2023. Specially we will discussing the best ways to to get started with charging for your photography, what to be careful of and when it is actually more beneficial to work for free.

The Camera Life Podcast is a live, long-form discussion podcast covering all things related to photography and videography. In the first episode Justin, Jim and Grant discuss shooting weddings when it is really hot, taking an hour to edit and IG reel, Grants plans for 2023 and which camera system he should switch to when going mirrorless alter this year.

About the hosts: 

Jim is a full-time wedding photographer shooting around 40-50 weddings a year in Victoria, Australia. Prior to launching the business 'Justin and Jim - Photographers' with Justin he as a photojournalist for the Bendigo Advertiser. www.justinandjim.com.au

Justin photographed weddings full time for about 7 years with Jim but now focuses on sports photography, travel and running his business Lucky Camera Straps. Over the past few years Justin has been learning video and now most of his sports shoots (Flow Mountain Bike) are hybrid photo/video. www.luckystraps.com

Grant is the definition of a passionate hobbyist, he has a day job but regularly heads away on landscape photo adventures. He also regularly makes money with his photography by shooting some weddings, events and real estate. www.grantflemingphotography.com