Street Shots Photography Podcast

"If you look carefully at life, you see blur. Shake your hand. Blur is part of life." -- William Klein

"Do not mistake sharpness for truth." -- Peter Henry Emerson

 

In this episode, Antonio and Ward embark on an enlightening discussion about starting a photography collective. Drawing from their experience in building their own photography group, they provide invaluable tips and advice on the importance of having a common gather...

"The instance of photographing, instead of creating a distance, is a moment of clarity and emotional connection for me." -- Nan Goldin

"I've never made any picture, good or bad, without paying for it in emotional turmoil." -- W. Eugene Smith

 

In this episode, Antonio and Ward kick things off with some easygoing chat about history and pop culture, setting a laid-back vibe. Things quickly get more personal as Antonio opens up abo...

"Reality is the intuition and the imagination and the quiet voice inside my head that says: isn’t that extraordinary?"

-- Duane Michals

"In my years of photography I have learned that many things can be sensed, seen, shaped or resolved in a realm of quiet…"

-- Paul Caponigro

 

In this episode, Antonio and Ward delve into the transformative role of silence in photography, illustrating how it bolsters intuition and enables the creat...

"Do this work not for yourself... Do it for the greater purpose of others, our collective humanity." -- John Stanmeyer

"Reaching a 'creative' state of mind thru positive action is considered preferable to waiting for 'inspiration'." -- Minor White

 

In this episode, Antonio and Ward dive deep into the heart of photography communities, sharing tales from "Beers and Cameras" and "Coffees and Cameras." They explore how these gather...

"We photographers are nothing but a pack of crooks, thieves and voyeurs. We are to be found everywhere we are not wanted; we betray secrets that were never entrusted to us; we spy shamelessly on things that are not our business; And end up the hoarders of a vast quantity of stolen goods." -- Brassai

 

In this milestone 200th episode of the Street Shots Photography Podcast, Antonio and Ward are joined by fellow Unusual Collective ...

  "Photography is a discovery of life which makes you look at things you’ve never looked at before." "You walk around at times thinking the whole world is a painting. Light is my work." -- Trent Parke   In this first episode of 2024, Antonio and Ward explore the profound and enigmatic world of Trent Parke, a master of black and white photography. The discussion transcends a mere overview of Parke's work, delving into the ess...

"I use photography to help me explain my experiences to myself." -- Duane Michals

"A picture should be looked at - not talked about." -- Elliott Erwitt

 

In this final episode of 2023, Antonio and Ward warmly reminisce about the year. Antonio talks about his new interest in fountain pens, linking it to his love for photography and the therapeutic act of journaling, reflec...

"I am forever chasing light. Light turns the ordinary into the magical."

"I use photography as a way to help me understand why I am here. The camera helps me to see."

Trent Parke

 

In this solo episode, Antonio shares his recent foray into the world of fountain pens and notebooks, a hobby sparked by previous discussions on photo journaling and “Photomancy.” This new interest, wh...

"In wisdom gathered over time I have found that every experience is a form of exploration." -- Ansel Adams

 

"My photography is a reflection, which comes to life in action and leads to meditation." -- Abbas Attar

 

The episode kicks off with a discussion about renowned photographer Larry Fink, whose recent passing left Antonio and Ward with a sense of regret for not exploring his extensive body of work earlier. They delve into F...

"I take photographs in my neighborhood. I think that mysterious things happen in familiar places. We don’t always need to run to the other end of the world." -- Saul Leiter

“Photos are a return ticket to a moment otherwise gone.” 

-- Katie Thurmes

 

In this episode, Antonio and Ward delve into the nuances of capturing their local neighborhoods, with Ward sharing his outing in downtown Calgary and Antonio discussing ...

"By the precision of their instrument, by the very mechanical limitations of shutter, lens, and film, they are invested with credibility; simple honesty will render to their pictures the dignity of fact." - Roy Stryker

In this episode, Antonio kicks off with a vivid recount of a rain-soaked photo walk and shares an exciting update on an upcoming event. Ward opens up about a personal project turned poignant with the p...

On this episode, Antonio reminisced about his recent photo showcase, set against a brick backdrop that brought his images to life. Mark Reierson's touch made the difference in the arrangement. The chat soon hinted at future engagements, notably an artist talk and an exciting zine collaboration. 

Ward and Antonio's joint Street Shots zine, "Line of Sight," celebrates a collaboration of street photography. Crafted meticulously using...

In this episode, Antonio revisits his 2016-2017 street photography and discusses the evolution of his perspective, while Ward stresses the importance of understanding an artist's context. As Antonio prepares for an exhibit at the Blue Star Parlor in Brooklyn, recounting his innovative plans to use foam spacers and adhesive strips to display prints on brick walls. The duo also deliberates over exhibition...

Antonio and Ward dive into the vibrant pages of James and Karla Murray's new book "Store Front NYC: Photographs of the City's Independent Shops, Past and Present" on this episode of Street Shots. The Murrays recount their serendipitous journey, starting from documenting the graffiti art scene in the late '90s to capturing the rapid transformations of NYC's iconic mom-and-pop stores. The book, a testament to the city's cultural evo...

In the latest episode with Ward and Antonio, the duo dives into a variety of topics, from Ward's annual salsa-making tradition to Antonio's struggles with bird photography. Antonio is hyped about the upcoming Scott Kelby Worldwide Photo Walk and also explores a game-changing AI feature in Photoshop that's revolutionizing photo restoration and more.

When it comes to teaching photography, th...

In this episode, Antonio shares an unexpected acknowledgement from a local during his morning walk, spotlighting his growing local recognition as a photographer. He and Ward dive into their new Substack venture for sharing photography stories and insights. Antonio discusses challenges and a new perspective he gained while using the Viltrox 75mm lens for street photography in New York City.

Meanwhile, Ward recounts his recent road ...

In this episode, Antonio and Ward discuss recent updates, with Antonio revealing that he recently came down with COVID. He also shares his newfound love for creating photo zines using Blurb. Ward speaks about his latest book purchase, "The Workers" by Lee Friedlander from Steidl Publishing. Intrigued by Ward's choice, Antonio decides to be a copycat and orders the same book, along with another one by Evelyn Hofer. 

Ward plans to c...

In this episode, Antonio eagerly delves into his latest photography book finds. A neighbor gifts him a captivating book on Bresson from a local street library. Both Ward and Antonio touch on a newly published book called "The Things You Wanted to Say But Never Did" by Giloy Concepcion—a unique photo journal designed to process emotions through prompts. Motivations behind the photos spark their interest, alongside a d...

 

In a laid-back chat, Ward and Antonio delve into two topics. First, they explore the process of curating photos for Antonio’s upcoming show, sharing tips on creating a flow and narrative. They stress the importance of capturing the details while considering the bigger picture. Trusting instincts and avoiding overthinking is a key aspect of curation. The conversation then shifts to street photography and lenses, with Ward and Ant...