Atkins Labcast

In the second face to face interview, Paul catches up with Murray White, an editorial photographer originally based in South East Asia. Murray has  worked for publications such as The New York Times, Penthouse, The Australian Weekend Magazine and The Bulletin. Murray’s Website: http://www.murraywhitephotography.com Murray’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/murraywhitephotography/ Murray’s essa...

Paul interviews his old podcasting pal DJ Paine. Is it an exit interview of DJ from the industry? Is it a mentoring session from a successful wedding and portrait photographer? Whatever it is, they enjoyed it. DJ Paine’s website: https://djpaine.wordpress.com DJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djpaine/?hl=en

This week Paul interviews Helen Roberts, a former pediatric intensive care nurse who is focused on supporting end of life through her experience and photography. Helen has a rare perspective on life and photography, which everyone should understand. After the interview, in our moment of colour, Paul and Kate discuss colour management basics. Helen’s photography website: http://www.helenrobertsphot...

Paul speaks with Amy Herrmann about her marathon project and book Underneath We Are Women. The project took her as far as the US, and formed a bond with her subjects as they shared the desire to see change in the representation of women in imagery. Amy’s book: http://www.underneathiam.com  Amy’s project’s Instagram Page  https://www.instagram.com/underneath_we_are/?hl=en  I love a Zebwa https://ww...

David Sievers is Paul’s guest this week. David has worked to become one of the state’s most important architectural photographers. He talks about his process, his path exploring all ends of the photographic industry, his biggest challenges, and how he has learned to work to his strengths. This is a rare in-person chat over a glass of decent whisky. David Sievers https://www.instagram.com/david_sie...

This week, Paul speaks with Steph Fuller, an emerging visual artist working in photography. Steph had put together several successful exhibitions, and they talk about professionalism in art practice, being an artist in residency, and the duality of outer space as a vastness and also something under our feet. Steph Fuller https://www.stephfuller.com https://www.instagram.com/stephfullerartist/ Step...

On this episode of the Atkins Labcast, Paul speaks with Lacey Barratt a birth photographer known internationally for her incredible depth of knowledge about birth while also being a gun business woman, rounding out her triple threat with amazing photography. Lacey’s mentor-ship work and advice on costing is something every pro photographer should hear. Lacey Barratt: https://laceybarratt.com.au ht...

Paul is very excited to speak with a friend and mentor John Swainston. John talks about his time in London in the days of pirate radio, onto his role as distributor for Nikon cameras in Australia and new into his personal passion project, photographic European cathedrals. John Swainston http://johnswainston.com https://www.instagram.com/ozjohns/?hl=en John’s Cathedral Project, 46 Anglical Cathedra...

On this episode of the Atkins Labcast, Paul speaks with Kristen Cook, professional wedding and portrait photographer. Kristen left a law career to chase photographing people, she is renowned for her elegant photographic style and well structured business systems. Kristen Cook: https://www.kristencook.com.au https://www.instagram.com/kristencook1/ The Secret Lives of Colour by Cassia St Clair https...

This week Paul speaks with Joel Alston from Barefoot and Bearded. Joel lives and breathes his brand, he's restless and innovative and brings huge amounts of energy to the professional photographic industry. Barefoot and Bearded Joel Alston http://barefootandbearded.com https://instagram.com/barefootandbearded?igshid=55kr7agaxj3f The Outlaws Joel and Ash https://www.lawfullyoutlawed.com https:...

In the third of the series of bonus episodes with our Web Gallery Partners Paul speaks with founder Colin and Director of Product Marketing Rachel from ShootProof. ShootProof are based in the USA with a large team of developers and support staff and offer an impressive gallery and marketing system that integrates with their Táve management software. Shoot Proof https://www.shootproof.com Colin and...

In the second of the series of bonus episodes with our Web Gallery Partners Paul speaks with the founders of Pic-Time, Nirit and Amir. Based in Israel with staff located around the world, Pic-Time have a beautiful extensive offering with many innovative automations. Pic-Time Amir and Nirit https://www.pic-time.com Video of show https://youtu.be/if5lIyufjNc

In our first of the series with our Web Gallery Partners, Paul speaks with Adam the founder of Instaproofs. Instaproofs is an elegant integrated gallery system for photographers that suits many applications. Instaproofs Adam Ellis co founder https://www.instaproofs.com Jonathan Canlas https://jonathan.instaproofs.com Video of show https://youtu.be/v7Bjc9pFJXk

This week we have THREE bonus podcast episodes for you and next week we have one more! We decided to interview our gallery partners, Instaproofs, Pic-Time, ShootProof and FotoMerchant. We loved chatting to these very people who are often so different from photographers and yet equally invested in this magical industry. Enjoy!

Range Sigmond is a photographic artist and educator based in Denmark. Ragne's work is visually varied, but always laced with meaning and beauty. She discusses with Paul many of her unique techniques, painting with light and layering photos, outside of Photoshop in fascinating ways.  Like the rest of the world, Ragne is currently in lockdown, but she has not stopped producing work, her series...

This week Paul speaks with a long time client and fascinating photographer Che Chorley. Che has just moved to Darwin and was melting in the heat but he pulled through to discuss his new work and his previous 6 month long project that was a mix of agony and ecstasy.  Show Notes Che Chorley: https://www.chechorley.com https://www.instagram.com/chechorleyphoto/ Land Sea You Me: https://www.chechorley...

In this week's episode Paul speaks with the fascinating Bobby Hendry. A woman with an intriguing backstory and a hilarious solution to irritating clients. She also has the very best cat, causing Paul to politely pretend he doesn't hate cats. Bobby is open, and keen, and generous and just stunningly thoughtful and talented.  Video of show https://youtu.be/luvoSZWYc_k Show Notes Bobby Hend...

In this week's episode Paul speaks with luminary New Zealand photographer Si Moore of Bayly Moore. Si’s philosophical approach to life and work comes from a wealth of experience in the creative arts. He and his partner Sophia live the dream in New Zealand’s North Island, embracing and reflecting the beauty that surrounds them. Si talks fish, diet and why Mums' get shit done. Video of sho...

Welcome! Welcome to the very first episode of the Atkins Labcast! Kate and Paul Atkins, owners of Atkins Photo Lab in Australia run through some of what's happening at the moment with all the insanity around the Covid-19 issues. We try to stay calm and comfort ourselves with carbs. Also, as it was our first show it’s possible we forgot we were only audio at times and did things like explain h...