Street Shots Photography Podcast

"In each place I have travelled, I have used my camera as an extension of my memory." -- Teju Cole "In photography and in life, always look for the light, if you don’t see it, bring it."  John Waire   In this episode, Antonio records from Brooklyn for the last time before his big move to Nebraska. It’s a reflective and unscripted conversation, touching on the chaos of packing, the emotional weight...

"The limitations of photography are in yourself, for what we see is only what we are." -- Ernst Haas   "A photographic portrait is a picture of someone who knows he is being photographed." -- Richard Avedon   In this episode, Ward opens with a deep dive into his Lightroom library, explaining how “hunting” for decisive moments differs from “fishing” for happy accidents—and proving the point with a...

  "Photography is truth. The cinema is truth 24 times per second." -- Jean-Luc Godard   "What use is having a great depth of field, if there is not an adequate depth of feeling?" -- W. Eugene Smith   In this episode, Antonio and Ward catch up amid packing tape and camping plans. Antonio talks through the experience of unearthing old cameras—including a pair of Olympus XAs he didn’t even realize he...

"It’s more important for a photographer to have very good shoes, than to have a very good camera." -- Sebastiao Salgado "I met somebody at the gallery. And he said to me, I own a photograph of yours. And when I get up in the morning, I look at it and it makes me happy. And I thought that was very nice. It meant I wasn't completely useless." -- Saul Leiter Antonio kicks off this episode with a walk...

"I do not try to find myself in what I 'shoot,' but perhaps I want to see the position of the world I am in." -- Daido Moriyama "Often while traveling with a camera we arrive just as the sun slips over the horizon of a moment, too late to expose film, only time enough to expose our hearts." -- Minor White In this episode, Antonio and Ward catch up and talk about the trips they each took recently....

"I don't come as a photographer. I come as a friend." -- Alfred Eisenstaedt "I didn't decide to be a photographer; I just happened to fall into it." -- Berenice Abbott   With Ward heading off to Japan, he and Antonio hand the mic to their friend Keith Goldstein for this special episode. Keith takes over hosting duties and turns the tables by interviewing Antonio during a walk along NYC’s High Line...

"You know, the camera is not meant just to show misery." "The subject matter is so much more important than the photographer." -- Gordon Parks In this episode of Street Shots, Antonio and Ward dive into the life and legacy of the iconic photographer Gordon Parks. They explore his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Fort Scott, Kansas, to becoming one of the most celebrated photographers o...

  Antonio opens this month’s episode with a personal message explaining that it’s going to be a rerun instead of a new show. After losing his beloved cat of 19 years,  Eddie, Antonio just wasn’t in the right headspace to record. He shares how much Eddie meant to both him and his late wife, and why saying goodbye was so tough. For the rerun, Antonio picks a special episode from  October 2022, when...

Walk up to sentimentality but don’t become it. -- Larry Sultan If you like something that someone is doing, tell them!  -- Todd Hido   In this episode, Antonio kicks things off with a hands-on review of the Fujifilm X-M5 , a compact, feature-packed mirrorless camera that’s quickly become a favorite. He shares his impressions after testing it during the Lunar New Year celebrations in Chinatown, hig...

"The artist's world is limitless. It can be found anywhere, far from where he lives or a few feet away. It is always on his doorstep." "I think of myself as an explorer who has spent his life on a long voyage of discovery." -- Paul Strand In this episode of Street Shots, Antonio chats with guest co-host Keith Goldstein about the changing world of stock photography and Keith’s book projects. Keith,...

"I've learned over the years not to make big decisions based on short-term emotions because feelings aren't facts and they will pass or at least change.”   "Give yourself permission to begin again."  -- Sean Tucker   In this first episode of 2025, Antonio and Ward discuss what keeps the creativity alive when the motivation runs on low. Of course, revisiting older work, like photo shoots or journal...

“Which of my photographs is my favorite? The one I’m going to take tomorrow.”  – Imogen Cunningham "Life is my subject matter." – Trent Parke Happy New Year, Everyone! So, in this end-of-year episode, Antonio and Ward just sit down and have a really thoughtful, easygoing chat about everything that stuck with them over the past year—photographers who left an impression, creative shifts in their own...

Antonio and Ward kick off this episode of Street Shots by chatting about some recent photography finds. Ward got his hands on a Godox Lux Junior flash , a small, retro-style unit that’s easy to use and sparks creative fun. Antonio talks about his latest book pick, Segregation Story by Gordon Parks , praising the powerful color photos that vividly depict segregation in America. Ward also discovered...

  In this episode, Antonio and Ward explore the idea of a “color voice” in photography—a personal and intentional use of color that can shape a photographer’s visual identity. They discuss how color choices can influence the emotional impact of an image, creating a mood or enhancing the story being told. From vibrant, high-contrast palettes to more subtle, muted tones, they examine how photographe...

“When I photograph, what I’m really doing is seeking answers to things.”  -- Wynn Bullock “If you want to be a better photographer, stand in front of more interesting stuff.”  -- Jim Richardson   In this episode, Antonio and Ward reflect on photography’s unique role in preserving memories and stories. They discuss the importance of visual media literacy, highlighting how critical it is to go beyon...

  "Serendipity plays an enormous role in my work. I create the possibilities for accidents to happen." -- Robbert Flick   "I’m very interested in the uncanny and a way to find something mysterious or terrible within everyday life." -- Gregory Crewdson   In this episode, Antonio and Ward start, as usual, by discussing recent book acquisitions, including books received by Antonio, such as “Sons of t...

"What I'm always trying to do is to make a picture that goes beyond a story." "If you can shoot on the street, you can shoot anything." -- Mary Ellen Mark   In this episode, Antonio and Ward begin with some "light" conversation about the aurora making a rare appearance in New York. Antonio reflects on the quiet satisfaction of finally catching a glimpse, even though his neighbors’ iPhones seemed t...

"...talking about pictures as though you could tell anybody how to take good ones is nuts. Pictures are given, not taken." -- Robert Adams "The work of a photographer is to reveal hidden things." -- Matt Black   In this episode, Antonio and Ward kick things off by comparing the new iPhone camera to Fujifilm gear, debating whether the latest upgrades really make a difference for serious shooters. F...

"Photography books often have titles like The Photographer’s Eye or The Vision of So and So or Seeing Photographs — as if photographers didn’t have minds, only eyes." -- Duane Michals “A book is like a piece of music; it has a beginning and an end, but what happens in between is up to you.” -- Stephen Shore   In this episode, Antonio talks about connecting with his new Fujifilm X100VI camera durin...

"Don't tell your parents where we went” “I’m sort of a spy,” ― Vivian Maier   In this episode, Ward and Antonio start off by diving into Ward's recent exploration of minimalist photography. Ward shares how he has been capturing everyday objects—like cars and sheds—using his phone camera in black and white. His focus is on the "thinginess" of these mundane subjects, turning them into striking image...

"For me, vision is an intelligent form of thought." -- Andreas Gursky “Creativity is contagious, pass it on.” – Albert Einstein   In this episode, Antonio and Ward start with reflections on the changing seasons and how it influences their photography experiences. They transition into a discussion about the nuances of teaching Lightroom, where Antonio shares how he successfully engaged his students...

"I’m ready to surrender into the idea that we’re all connected, and that I need to be of service somehow." "The way we see things changes them, and the things we see change us." -- Gino Miele In this episode, Antonio and Ward welcome Gino Miele for an in-depth conversation about the delicate balance between being fully present in a moment and capturing it through photography. Gino shares his exper...

In this episode, Ward kicks things off by sharing his experiences at the Calgary Stampede, a massive fair and rodeo. He talks about using his new camera gear, including his trusty Fujifilm X-E3 with a 23mm lens for wide shots and the new Fuji X-S20 with a 50mm lens for more detailed portraits. Ward explains how he uses the 23mm lens for capturing groups of people in candid moments and the 50mm len...

"I believe photographers should shoot what they want, not shoot what they get."     - Roberto Valenzuela "Skill in photography is acquired by practice and not by purchase."     - Percy W. Harris   In this episode, Antonio dives into a bit of a rant about AI in photo editing, expressing his mixed feelings. He appreciates the convenience these tools offer but worries they’re stripping away the authe...

"Photographers, like all artists, choose their medium because it allows them the most fully truthful expression of their vision. Other ways are relatively imprecise and incomplete. . . . " - Robert Adams   In this episode, Antonio and Ward sit down with their guest (and follower of the show), Jeffrey Saldinger . Jeffrey, who started as a painter, shares his artistic journey and how he eventually f...