Camera Shake Photography Podcast

How do individual street photographs become a project? In episode 331 of the Camera Shake Podcast, street photographer and educator Valérie Jardin joins Kersten Luts to explore the choices that turn a folder of images into a meaningful body of work. Valérie explains how she recognises recurring themes, chooses photographs with instinct and sequences images into a book. Through projects about hands...

Great photographs can open doors, but what keeps clients coming back? In episode 330 of the Camera Shake Podcast, commercial photographer and educator Joel Grimes joins Kersten Luts to explore photography business, reinvention, and building a career that lasts. Drawing on decades of advertising and portrait photography, Joel explains why marketing matters, how personal projects can attract better...

Peter Coulson returns to Camera Shake for a candid conversation about what makes portrait photography feel alive. He explains why directing a person goes beyond arranging a pose, and how movement, attention and the right words can help you capture genuine expression. In episode 329, we explore reading facial cues, working with experienced models and everyday clients, and recognising the moment wor...

What can you learn by stepping in front of your own camera? In Camera Shake episode 328, Kersten Luts talks with Mark Rodriguez about self-portrait photography, creative confidence and building images that tell a story. Mark shares how he develops conceptual photography ideas through word prompts and mind mapping, then brings them to life with lighting, costumes, handmade props and Photoshop compo...

How do you make wildlife photographs that feel like your own? In How to Make Your Wildlife Photos Stand Out | Steve Gettle, wildlife photographer Steve Gettle joins Kersten Luts on the Camera Shake Podcast to explore personal style, stronger images, and the realities of a creative career. Drawing on 40 years of nature photography, Steve shares practical wildlife photography tips on anticipating an...

What Portrait Photographers Should Never Retouch asks a question: when does improving an image become changing the person? In this episode of The Camera Shake Photography Podcast, Kersten speaks with Lithuanian portrait photographer and RetouchLab founder Skaistė Gulbinaitė about natural portrait retouching, client confidence and creating photographs that still feel authentic. Skaistė explains why...

What does it take to survive — and succeed — as a professional photographer for more than four decades? In this episode of The Camera Shake Photography Podcast, Kersten sits down with award-winning portrait photographer and educator Kirk Voclain to explore the lessons he's learned during 45+ years behind the camera. Kirk shares how he photographed his first paid wedding at just 15, what shooting f...

How do you become a photographer when you cannot picture images in your mind? In “The Photographer Who Can’t Picture His Own Photos,” Kersten Luts speaks with fine-art travel photographer Nico Trinkhaus about aphantasia, visual memory and the stories behind his remarkable cityscape photography. Nico explains why photographs act as an external memory, how early experiments with HDR photography shap...

Step inside Origin Studios with award-winning photographer Ian Boichat for a candid conversation about dog photography, creative studio work and building a sustainable photography business. Ian reveals how he developed his distinctive painterly and colourful pet portraits, why patience matters more than speed, and how he reads canine behaviour to capture genuine character. We explore practical stu...

AI changed photography. Are photographers still needed—or does the human behind the camera matter more than ever? In this episode of Camera Shake, Kersten Luts welcomes back director, photographer and digital imaging specialist Micah Burke to take an honest look at the state of AI in photography. Four years after their first conversation, generative AI has moved from novelty to production tool, re...

Are better cameras making photography worse? In this episode of the Camera Shake Photography Podcast, Kersten Luts sits down with technology broadcaster, consumer champion and Photography & Video Show Podcast host David McClelland to explore how modern camera technology is reshaping photography and videography. From smartphones and computational photography to mirrorless cameras, compact point...

After 25 years of Photoshop, which skills still matter—and which are being replaced by artificial intelligence? In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast, Kersten Luts sits down with PhotoshopCAFE founder Colin Smith for a wide-ranging conversation about Photoshop, photography, generative AI and the future of visual creativity. Colin explains why AI is an incredibly useful assistant, but still c...

Jerry Ghionis: How to Pose Anyone is a practical, thought-provoking conversation about creating portrait photography that feels natural, flattering and genuinely meaningful. World-renowned portrait and wedding photographer Jerry Ghionis joins Kersten Luts to explain why great posing begins long before a client steps in front of the camera. Jerry explores how trust, empathy and clear direction help...

In this episode of Camera Shake, Kersten Luts sits down with internationally renowned photographer, author and educator Vincent Versace for a deep conversation about why photography is not about taking pictures — it is about learning to see. Vincent shares his thoughts on artificial intelligence, digital photography, natural light, lens choice, black and white, infrared photography, mirrorless cam...

What Kodachrome Taught Us About Photography is a conversation with photographer, writer, educator and former B&H Photography Podcast host Allan Weitz about his new book Kodachrome: How Two Guys Named Leo Changed Photography . In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast, Allan joins Kersten to explore why Kodachrome became one of the most loved colour films in photography history. They discuss...

What makes a portrait feel memorable when the location is ordinary, the light is difficult and your subject would rather be somewhere else? In this episode of The Camera Shake Photography Podcast, Kersten Luts speaks with acclaimed photojournalist, portrait photographer and educator Rick Friedman about creating honest, compelling portraits in the real world. Rick shares practical portrait photogra...

Has smartphone photography reached the point where dedicated cameras are becoming obsolete? Or is there still something special about picking up a mirrorless camera and creating photographs the traditional way? In Episode 315 of The Camera Shake Podcast, I sit down with photographer, journalist and Photowalks TV creator Jefferson Graham to discuss one of the biggest questions facing photographers...

Iceland is one of the most photographed countries in the world—but what's it really like behind the camera? In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast, I sit down with landscape photographer Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove , who left Belgium to build an extraordinary photography career in Iceland. From photographing active volcanic eruptions and dramatic waterfalls to leading photography workshops across...

What does the future of photography actually look like? Will AI replace photographers? Are cameras becoming less important? And what skills will photographers need to succeed over the next decade? In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast, Kersten Luts sits down with internationally renowned photographer, entrepreneur, educator, and ShutterFest founder Sal Cincotta for a fascinating discussion a...

Join Kersten Luts on The Camera Shake Podcast as he sits down with photojournalist, writer, and filmmaker Ian Poh Jin Tze for a fascinating discussion about authenticity in modern photography. In a world dominated by Instagram, AI-generated imagery, social media algorithms, and increasingly sophisticated editing tools, what does it mean for a photograph to be real? Drawing from years of internatio...

What separates a technically good portrait from an image that genuinely connects with people? In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast , Kersten Luts sits down with commercial photographer, educator, and author Jeff Rojas to explore the art and psychology behind powerful portrait photography. From lighting and posing to confidence, body language, and emotional connection, Jeff shares practical...

CreativeLive helped shape modern photography education—and now it’s back. In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast, I sit down with renowned photographer and educator Mark Wallace to talk about the return of CreativeLive, what happened behind the scenes, and what this comeback means for photographers, videographers, and creative entrepreneurs. We explore how online photography education has cha...

What was it really like when photography went digital? In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast , I sit down with legendary photographer, educator, Photoshop Hall of Fame inductee, and Canon Explorer of Light Eddie Tapp to explore one of the most fascinating transformations in photography history. From darkrooms and film photography to Photoshop, digital workflow, colour management, printmaking...

What actually makes a wildlife photograph stand out? Is it the light, the emotion, the storytelling… or something else entirely? And perhaps the even bigger question — can wildlife photography actually become a sustainable career in today’s creative industry? In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast, Kersten Luts sits down with award-winning wildlife and travel photographer Bella Falk to explor...

What does it really take to succeed as a photographer in 2026? In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast , I’m joined by commercial photographer and brand strategist James Patrick to unpack a hard truth—being a great photographer is no longer enough to build a successful photography business. We dive into the realities of modern photography, from marketing and personal branding to the impact of...