Photo-Op

Sorting through photos and videos to decide what to keep is difficult and can be incredibly time-consuming. We share our tips to make culling as painless as possible. Back Up your photos: https://secure.backblaze.com/r/013adg Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's said the average drill is only used for 13minutes. If you do the math, camera gear is often used for an incredibly short period of time. So that begs the question: Should you buy something you use so briefly? Or is it better to rent? Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week was photo industry news, this week is personal news! Curious what we're both working on right now? Find out in this episode! Check out Galactic Pinups for Ben's Kickstarter! Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we talk about recent photo news! Like this segment? Let us know by clicking here, and liking this video on youtube! https://youtu.be/REmcGvw3iE0 Backup your data! https://secure.backblaze.com/r/013adg Fly a drone? It is now MANDATORY to take the T.R.U.S.T. exam: https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/knowledge_test_updates (Don't worry, it's easy.) NVIDIA Canvas: https://www.nvidia...

For every good Kickstarter there are many, many bad ones. We talk about Kickstarters we've run, worked on, backed, or totally avoided and guide you on the path to success. TL;DR: Don't be a creep, be honest, and don't neglect your audio. Check out Galactic Pinups for Ben's Kickstarter! Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show hello@photo-op.show Hosted on Ac...

In a special episode of the podcast, we break down a how we made a certain video shot, using the Laowa Probe Lens and some Warhammer Minis, including set design, lighting, and camera movement. For full context, watch the first minute and a half of this same episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4mrTv0-RJbE There you can see the clip we'll spend the next half hour discussing and dissecting. Hosted b...

Following up on our last episode on natural light photographers, we bring you the Available Light Photographer, where sunlight is just another tool in your kit. Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show hello@photo-op.show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we tackle photographers that only shoot with natural light. It's true that limitations often breed creative solutions, but how far should you go when it comes to light? Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show hello@photo-op.show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you print your photos? We talk about home vs professional printing, what print providers to use, what material to print on, and how to prep your photo files for best results. Bay Photo: https://bayphoto.com White House Custom Color: https://www.whcc.com Costco: https://www.costcophotocenter.com MPix: https://www.mpix.com Printique: https://www.printique.com Black River Imaging: https://www.blac...

Can you create artistic photos without a camera? What about when you're playing a video game? Virtual photography, or video game photography, isn't new, but with the release of Pokemon Snap, now is as good a time as any to delve into the artistic merits of video game photo modes, in game cameras, and how photography plays as a game mechanic. Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlant...

Photo-Op is a year old! We've learned quite a few things in the past 52 episodes of producing the show and we share it all with you so that you can start your own podcast too! 0:00 Intro 3:52 Researching, Branding, and Recording 27:42 Keming Matters 31:02 Podcast Hosting 34:30 Starting Gear 35:54 Mid-level Gear 36:17 High End Gear 41:46 Video Gear 53:02 Not doing video? Welcome back! A few of the...

Photo shoots of people is hard enough, but what about when your subject isn't human? We share the best tips for getting awesome photos of your four-legged clients, covering gear, backdrops, animal handling, and more! Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show hello@photo-op.show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How long is a photoshoot? Well, it depends on the shoot! We talk about a wide variety of photo genres, and how long you can expect to spend shooting each subject. We cover celebrity, corporate, TFP, editorial, landscape, real estate, product, food, wedding, and family photography. Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show hello@photo-op.show Hosted on Acast....

(Podcast Trailer) Two guys talk about all things photo and video. Watch the Full Episode: https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/049-is-this-the-death-of-unsplash Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes Questions or ideas for future podcasts? Email us! https://photo-op.show hello@photo-op.show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recent photography news: Getty acquired Unsplash. Ooh, now I get to read a clickbait headline! Is this the DEATH of Unsplash? Actually, yeah, probably. We talk about what this means for the photo industry, as well as some alternative free stock photo sites you should check out. Links mentioned: Why Doing Taxes for Free is Hard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xQQkzWhMOc Comparing Autopoles: https...

Material, support, colors, oh my! This week we talk about backdrops and the surprising amount of decisions and considerations over a piece of gear that most people will totally ignore. Autopole Video: https://youtu.be/iTaOuDU2UxA Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show hello@photo-op.show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is the value of originality? Should you pursue new and unique photos at all cost, or is it okay to get the same shots that everyone else captures? When is photography journalism and when is it art? Are Ben's terrible Yellowstone photos of any value whatsoever? We answer all these questions, and more, in this episode. Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op....

Sometimes clients get upset. Maybe they're an unreasonable "micro influencer". Or maybe you screwed up royally. Either way, here's how to make things right when you have an upset customer, and how to prevent it from happening in the future. We include a few user submitted stories, along with a few war stories of our own. Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.s...

What do you need in a good camera monitor? How do you take a selfie? Do you need a watermark to hold your image rights? We answer some viewer questions and deep dive into these topics. File a DMCA claim on Instagram using this form:  https://help.instagram.com/contact/552695131608132 Find and fight image theft: https://www.pixsy.com Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes h...

Is this the end of the clickbait headline? No, probably not. We have MORE rapid fire answers to photo related clickbait articles, in an attempt to #StopClickbait. This time it's Stuart's turn in the hot seat. Join us, and let's force websites to make high quality content if they want the clicks. Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show hello@photo-op.show Ho...

This week we want to share the spotlight with some of our favorite online creators! Like this episode? Tell them we sent you! General: Gerald Undone TLDR Filmmaker DSLR Video Shooter iPhonedo Potato Jet Lok Cheung KaiW Livestreaming: Aaron Parecki Audio: Curtis Judd Action Cameras/Drones: Air Photography Filmmaking: Brandon Li Macro: Another Perspective Landscapes: Dave Morrow Epic/Viral: VonWong...

New camera bodies can be thousands of dollars, and the one you own is probably good enough. What are some other things you could do with your hard earned cash? Here are some better ways to spend you money on photography! Get a FREE month of Backblaze: https://secure.backblaze.com/r/013adg Check out our recommendations on Graphics Tablets: https://shows.acast.com/photo-op/032-holiday-gift-guide-202...

What makes you a professional photographer? Does that mean having a license, making money, or is there something else? We deep dive into what constitutes a professional in a field with no required credentials. Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show hello@photo-op.show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is this the end of the clickbait headline? No, probably not. We do rapid fire answers to photo related clickbait articles, in an attempt to #StopClickbait. We cover everything from tips for landscape photography to the scourge of the EVF. Join us, and let's force websites to make high quality content if they want the clicks. Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-...

This week we talk the best mobile apps for photographers. Camera apps, editors, and general quality of life things you need to download right now. Hosted by  Ben Lucas  and  Stuart Marlantes https://photo-op.show hello@photo-op.show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.