The Exposed Negative

Portrait photographer and director Perou joins Tom and Greg to talk about how big-budget music photography gave way to disposable content, why he believes photography is a language, and why he argues AI is the opposite of everything photography means to him. Plus Jürgen Teller's one-frame Björk shoot, a book of 200 empty English underpasses printed two stops too dark, and the tell-all book of...

On this week’s show Tom and Greg react to Samsung's launch film for its P9 SSD, which Tom describes as fully AI generated, and argue that brands selling to photographers should show real people using real kit. They also share street photography inspiration from a Walkie Talkie interview with Jason Eskenazi, compare DJI Osmo cameras for behind the scenes footage, and go through Tom's wirele...

Washington based photojournalist Graeme Jennings joins Tom and Greg to talk about covering Congress and the White House for the Washington Examiner, why he believes photographers now carry the job of documenting objective truth in an age of AI generated fakes, and a genuinely strange assignment shooting a UFC press conference at the Lincoln Memorial. Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative...

Tom and Greg record a lo-fi summer episode covering back-to-back heatwave shoots, cameras overheating in the field (a Canon R5 Mark II in 44 degree Texas heat and a Fujifilm X-H2 in an Italian marble quarry), Tom's case for retiring his battered Canon R6 in favour of a Fujifilm X100VI, and a wider argument about why ergonomics and how a camera feels in the hand matter more than chasing specs....

Alan Schaller, black and white street photographer, co-founder of Street Photography International and founder of the Irys app, joins Tom and Greg to talk about building a photography-only platform, why he shoots exclusively in monochrome, a frightening encounter with a stranger on the street, and why he thinks AI generated imagery should never be called photography. Thank you for listening to The...

Tom and Greg mark 100 episodes of The Exposed Negative Podcast by reflecting on six years of honest conversations with photographers, commissioners, retouchers and producers, sharing their favourite guest moments, discussing how the photography industry has shifted since 2020, and getting into the practical detail of Canon R5 Mark II wireless tethering via Capture One. Thank you for listening to T...

Award-winning Australian documentary photographer Stephen DuPont joins Greg to talk about four decades shooting conflict on film, his close call with a suicide bomber in Kabul, the unreleased Tim Page Vietnam archive he spent a year editing, and why he believes truth in photography is under greater threat now than at any point in his career. Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast....

Tom and Greg catch up on two genuinely exciting developments in film photography — the newly reverse-engineered WideLux XX panoramic camera from Silver Grand Classics, and the I'm Back Kickstarter, which puts an APS-C sensor inside a standard film canister. Along the way they get into the real-world question of whether upgrading from an M1 Mac is actually worth it, and share some unashamed Pea...

London-based cinematographer Elliot Holbrow joins Tom and Greg to talk about building a career through curiosity rather than formal training, the craft of collaborating with directors, and why shooting on film, whether a Canon Scoopic or 35mm Vision 3, continues to shape how he thinks about images. From decoding the DP's role on a commercial set to the politics of the colour grade, this is a rich...

Tom & Greg walk the floor at the 2026 UK Photography Show held at the Birmingham NEC talking to former guests, industry experts, checking out the newest gear and generally giving you an insight into what the show is all about! Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful and interesting. If y...

"The best portraits are like a game of trust – the more I show myself, the easier it gets to reveal the real person."Ever notice how the secret to a powerful portrait is about vulnerability? Gillian Edelstein, a celebrated UK portrait and documentary photographer, shares her journey from South Africa to the National Portrait Gallery. She discusses her transition from social work to photo...

In this episode of the podcast Tom and Greg delve into the latest report on the impact of AI: *‘Brave New World? Justice for creators in the age of Gen AI*’. We discuss the latest impact is is having on the industry and way in which creators can try and fight back. Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have fou...

On this weeks show we are privileged to be joined by Isabelle Doran, CEO of the Association of Photographers (AOP) in the UK. Isabelle talks about the work that the AOP have been doing advocating for the rights of photographers in the UK and the steps being taken to help shape UK laws on AI development in this field. We discuss copyright, AI, the AOP and what it does alongside a number of other re...

We talk about the start of the year, some big changes and just general chit chat. Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful and interesting. If you would like to support us by buying us a beer or coffee, or by helping with the running costs of the show, we would greatly appreciate it. Please c...

*** LINKS FOR CHRISTINAS WEBINAR ON DEC 2 2025 ARE BELOW ***In this episode photography consultant and mentor Christina Force comes on the show to discuss how to get paid to shoot what you want, the steps photographers need to take and the important question they need to be asking themselves. We discuss numerous resources (see shownotes) and techniques to try. Thank you for listening to The Expose...

In this episode Tom and Greg discuss a potential Adobe rival that has re-emerged; Affinity now bought by Canva and released for..... Free?! They also discuss AI in general and its implications on the industry and society as a wholeThank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful and interesting. If y...

Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful and interesting. If you would like to support us by buying us a beer or coffee, or by helping with the running costs of the show, we would greatly appreciate it. Please consider signing up for our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/exposednegative) or ma...

In this episode we chat to David Chancellor, a National Geographic Photographer best known for his long term projects on conservation stories close to his heart and the dedication he put into them, often upping sticks and basing his entire life around his current body of work. We talk to David about his early start as a sports photographer and how his approach has changed over the years, his choic...

In this fireside we talk all Photo Festivals, finding and maintaining inspiration, building a decent working environment and we find out what Tom has been buying…Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful and interesting. If you would like to support us by buying us a beer or coffee, or by help...

In this episode we talk with James Gerrard Jones from the agency Wyatt Clarke & Jones. We discuss what photo agents look for in photographers, how to be resilient, AI and the effect it may have on the industry and why there are plenty of reasons to remain optimistic! Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you ha...

In this weeks show the tables are tuned and Greg puts the microphone to his co-host Tom Barnes to hear about his journey into photography. From his early days to photographing bands and world tours to shoot covers for magazines and large commercial campaigns. We cover what he loves about the job, what he struggles with and the what he thinks the future of photography might be. Thank you for listen...

On this week’s show, we sit down with photo agent and industry veteran Tim Paton for an unflinchingly honest look at life behind the lens — and the spreadsheets. From running a successful agency through the digital revolution to helping launch careers at Magnum Photos, Tim shares war stories, hard-won wisdom, and practical insights for navigating the unpredictable world of commercial photography....

In this engaging conversation, Tom Barnes interviews Greg Funnell, exploring his journey into photography — from childhood curiosity to becoming a professional photojournalist. Greg shares his early fascination with cameras, the magic of darkroom photography, and the experiences that shaped his career, including assignments in conflict zones. They discuss the importance of storytelling in photogra...

On this week’s show, Tom and Greg sit down for an unscripted fireside-style catch-up, diving deep into the realities of freelance creative life. From using ChatGPT to manage work on the move, to staying fit without a gym, they unpack the routines and mindsets that keep them sane. Expect candid talk on burnout, personal freedom, mental health, and the not-so-glamorous truths behind portfolio prep a...

On this week’s show, we sit down with the phenomenal Jenny Lewis to explore her artistic journey — from cutting her teeth in the darkroom to capturing raw, empowering portraits of new mothers. We discuss the intimacy of photography, what it means to truly see someone, and how self-portraiture became the most confronting — and healing — work of her career. This is a deeply personal, honest and insp...