A Photographic Life

In episode 41 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering paid for portfolio reviews, working for free and commissioned photography.  Plus this week photographer Margaret Mitchell takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which he answer’s the question ‘What Does Photography Mean to You?’ Margaret Mitchell is based in Glas...

In episode 39 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering photographers writing and talking about their work and creating an end goal for a project before you start. Plus this week photographer Michael Jackson takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which he answer’s the question ‘What Does Photography Mean to You?’ Mich...

In episode 38 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering our expectations of personal websites and the relationship between insecurity and creativity. Plus this week photographer Robert Darch takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which he answer’s the question ‘What Does Photography Mean to You?’ Born in Birmingham, E...

In episode 37 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering the acceptance of photography as a part-time profession, and a new research report titled The State of News Photography 2018, published by the World Press Photo Foundation in Amsterdam. Plus this week Grant re-visits a recorded conversation from 2011 with Magnum photographer Christopher Anderson in which Anderson speaks a...

In episode 36 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed looking back on photography in 2018 and forward to what 2019 may or may not hold for the medium. Plus he names his favourite photo books published in 2018, and his favourite exhibition and photography initiative. You can also access and subscribe to these podcasts at SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/unofphoto on iTunes https://itune...

In this Christmas Special UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his festive shed looking back on the past year and thinking about photography's relationship with Christmas. To continue the Christmas message photographer Jim Mortram provides an alternative option to the Queen's speech by taking on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file in which he answer’s the question ‘What Does P...

In episode 34 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering photography judging panels, using Instagram as a professional tool and earning money from brand endorsement as a photographer. Plus this week photographer Philip North Coombes takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which he answer’s the question ‘What Does Photog...

In episode 33 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering photography and the 'gig' economy and the positive aspects of the independent photography scene. Plus this week photographer Dan Wood takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which he answer’s the question ‘What Does Photography Mean to You?’ This is the link to th...

In episode 32 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering the promise and marketing of 'instant' photography success and the importance of reading the terms and conditions when entering photo competitions. Plus this week Grant re-visits a recorded conversation with legendary photographer Michael Thompson in which he speaks about moving to New York from the West Coast, assisting...

In episode 31 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering the recent discussions around stock photography and 'free' photography in respect to the recent Squarespace and Unsplash collaboration. He also follows on from last week's podcast with an update on using charcoal to teach photography! Plus this week Grant re-visits a recorded conversation with legendary photographer Mary...

In episode 30 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering the importance of networking, long-term relationships and collaboration within photography. He also explains the importance of charcoal and paper to learning photography! Plus this week photographer Danny North takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which he answ...

In episode 29 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering dyslexia amongst the photographic community, whether the expectation for writing to support photography is necessary, and where photographers are today with the moving image. Plus this week Grant re-visits a recorded conversation from 2011 with legendary photographer David Bailey. In this brief edited extract Bailey uses...

In episode 28 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering the relationship between photography and music, the importance of inspiration from multiple sources, making your own rules and the need for commitment in storytelling. Plus this week photographer Kenneth Jarecke takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which he ans...

In episode 27 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering the Portrait Salon portrait competition's publishing of judging data and reflects upon where we are today with photo book publishing and whether book reviews are wanted or needed.  Plus this week photographic curator Helen Trompeteler takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in...

In episode 26 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering the debate around the Taylor Wessing NPG Portrait Award winning images and the discussions surrounding the opening of the Photography Centre within the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. Both of which present issues concerning transparency of process that Grant feels need to be addressed. Plus this week photographer Stua...

In episode 25 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is considering why so much online photographic discussion is filled with absolutes and anger, whilst also commenting on the current state of photography magazines and their relationship with their readers and the photographic industry. Plus this week Grant re-visits a recorded conversation with legendary photographer Susan Meiselas from 2013 in whi...

In episode 24 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott considers writing and photography. The use of captions and the provision of text to provide context on websites, in books and as part of a photographic exhibition, and the first steps to consider when looking to get commissioned. Plus this week legendary photographer Brian Duffy recalls making the iconic image of David Bowie and designing the iconi...

In episode 23 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering the transferable skills of a photographer, the importance of remaining open-minded and how to remain positive throughout a long career as a photographer. As well as the resurgence in humanist photography. Plus this week photographer Tom Oldham takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 m...

In episode 22 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering unexpected events, inspirations and situations, the responsibility of Instagram takeovers and the importance of collaboration.  Plus this week photographer Sirkka-Liisa Konttinen takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which she answer’s the question ‘What Does Ph...

In episode 21 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott introduces a new feature to the podcast in which photographers recall 'Photo Stories' from their careers and considers the setting of achievable expectations for projects, work and careers, informal mentorships and the building of useful archives. Plus this week legendary photographer Burk Uzzle recalls making the iconic image at the Woodstock Fest...

In episode 20 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering the differences between personal, commissioned and commercial work, the importance of personal projects and how he approaches projects to ensure successful outcomes. Plus this week London based photographer Emma Blau takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which s...

In episode 19 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering portrait photography competitions, a recent editorial commission to photograph a photographer and commenting in online photo-forums.  Plus this week photographer Rob Hudson takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which he answer’s the question ‘What Does Photograp...

In episode 18 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering memory in photography, the practice of photographers swapping prints, printing your family photographs, and the David Hurn exhibition at the Martin Parr Foundation, Bristol. Plus this week photographer Jeremy Sutton-Hibbert takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in ...

In episode 17 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering mentoring, advice and support for and within the photo community and the creation of a database of those willing to offer that support for free. Plus this week London based photographer Jenny Lewis takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which she answer’s the que...

In episode 16 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed considering the importance of communication and inclusivity when writing about photography and why Instagram is not a bad thing! Plus this week London based photographer Brian David Stevens takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which he answer’s the question ‘What Does Phot...