The FujiCast: Photography Podcast

Kevin is back from Spain, normal service is resumed and we have a great special guest as our first one of the Autumn season. Portrait photographer to the stars and a film maker. He's shot advertising campaigns for Apple, Sony and British Airways; we welcome Chris Floyd. As always more of your questions and a chance to win a Simplr camera strap. Chris Floyd:  https://www.chrisfloyd.com/   Simplr ca...

It only seems yesterday that we were packing Kev off for his annual month in Spain and now here we are; the final week of Mullins in Spain with Neale back in a somewhat cooler UK. Your questions on overcoming nerves plus some more details on our Brighton meet up and X-Weddings Conference 2019. We also meet more of our FujiCast friends. Emily Renier:  https://www.emilysmoments.com/   Joe Josland: ...

Kevin is in Spain, Neale is in the UK, but it doesn't stop our weekly roll. This week, more about curry, fish and chips and photographing in Brighton, making creative slideshows, and cancellation policies if you're a wedding photographer. Also we hear more listener stories from Europe, America and Canada. Rivki Locker:  https://www.rivkilocker.com/   Tim Bindner:  https://www.instagram.com/timothy...

Whilst Kev sips cerveza on his extended vacation in Spain, Neale is left in Auld Blighty (the UK) to piece together this week's first of three holiday specials. There's no break from the questions of course as we answer more tech and arty questions from the show's mailbag. And there are five extra 'mini' guests this week as Neale enjoys the chance to meet some of our FujiCast friends. Clive Blair:...

This week guest Saraya Courtaville shares her experience of working as an expedition photographer with NGOs in Africa. She'll be talking at the upcoming X-Weddings Conference in Bath, England as the 'wild card' entry. More camera straps to give away and news of the up coming Brighton walk about. Simplr Straps:  https://simplr.us/ Saraya Courtaville:  https://sarayacortaville.co.uk/   Saraya's trav...

Be serious with yourself now. How long has that photo project you've been meaning to make for a while, just existed within that area of consciousness we call; The Back Burner? This week we're delighted to introduce Mandy Burton, Nikon and now Fujifilm shooter, with a story about making her very first photo project. Hopefully it'll inspire you, pros and amateurs alike to do the same thing. 100 Stra...

Animal rights activist and photojournalist Jo-Anne McArthur talks about fifteen years of work photographing across all seven continents, telling difficult and rewarding stories about the plight of animals. Also this week, radioactive lenses that you may just have in your home, and what settings to use if your youngest wants to start borrowing your prized pro camera. Lots more questions and Simplr...

This week we talk to Scott Johnson, Fujifilm X-Photographer and learn about what he's planning for this year's X-Weddings Conference in Bath. Neale challenges Kevin on the subject of X-Pro v X-T and asks if there's a new camera on the way? Scott Johnson:  https://www.theedgephotography.co.uk/ X-Weddings 2 Conference:  https://www.x-weddings.co.uk/   Kevin Mullins:  https://www.kevinmullinsphotogra...

This week on the show, how to organise your website, gear chat, the new Facebook group launch and special guest Dennis Berti, the Italian photo storyteller now living and shooting in Mexico, where his wedding business is thriving. Dennis Berti:  https://dennisberti.com/ Paul Sanders:  https://www.discoverstill.com/ Neale James: https://www.nealejames.com   Kevin Mullins: https://www.kevinmullinsph...

In the second part of 'The other half,' we introduce Sam, Neale's wife. If you missed part one, it's worth visiting that episode from last week, when Neale interviewed Kevin's wife Gemma. If that episode dealt with how our partners view starting a photographic business, this one talks a little more about how long hours and a strong work ethic can affect family time. Also this week, advice you woul...

This week on The FujiCast we introduce Gemma, Kevin's wife. Why? Because in this episode we hear about starting a photographic business from the perspective of a partner. The 'other half' witnesses the start up process in an entirely different fashion. A revealing insight into what they think. We also talk first cameras, social media, ambassadorships and how much photography takes out of you physi...

This week on the FujiCast, as well as your Q&As about Fujifilm gear and photography business questions, back for the second part of his two parter, John Swannell talks about the famous Princess Diana Christmas card shoot, as well as how he tackles nerves when photographing famous portraits clients. An episode not to be missed for those looking to work in the business of celebrity. There's more new...

A very special guest is featured in today's FujiCast. John Swannell trained under David Bailey as his assistant and eventually became one of Britain's most loved photographers. Today he is known for his work with the royal family. Hear part one of a two parter with fashion, beauty and royal photographer, John Swannell and listen for the day he saved legendary colleague David Bailey's life! Also we...

This week we chat about business, shooting alone, street law plus San Francisco wedding and portrait photographer Reggie Ballasteros talks about his move from the Nikon D750 to FujiFilm X-T3, how it's changed his photography and why he made the swap. http://reggiebphotography.com/ Presets:  http://reggiebphotography.com/fujifilm-preset https://www.simplr.us/ https://www.nealejames.com/ https://www...

All manner of subjects today as we co-present once more with a live studio guest, this time; long time friend and peer Allister Freeman. Known as one of the leading documentary shooters in the UK, Al also introduces us to personal projects and why they're important. Your questions and more Simplr straps to give away. Join us on The FujiCast. https://www.allisterfreeman.co.uk/ https://www.simplr.us...

We recently ran a competition to co-present The FujiCast, turn the tables and ask any questions of the hosts! Today is that show. We welcome Ralu Chase, a London based family photographer who started her photography business in Boston America and Romania! Check out Ralu's website as we learn a little more about Kevin and Neale as photographers.  https://raluchase.co.uk/

It may be a FujiCast, but one thing we've wanted to do from day one is welcome listeners to the podcast from all flavours of brand. Today's special guest on the interview part of the cast is Canon ambassador Sanjay Jogia. We also talk photo books, introduce the work of Sara Lando, answer more questions about cameras and photography and give away some Simplr camera straps. Sanjay Jogia:  https://ww...

A different kind of exhibition this week as during the second part we go on location at the McCullin retrospective exhibition. Hear Neale and Kevin with guest photographers Sanjay Jogia and Michael Shilling discuss and experience one of the most important photographic exhibitions the Tate Britain has hosted. Fujicast website: www.fujicast.co.uk   McCullin website:  https://donmccullin.com/

The FujiCast as always features answers to your questions about the cameras and photography as a whole. This week, how to deal with drunken revellers as you make pictures, why people amass so much gear and there's an insight into the incredible work of Jim Mortram. Jim Mortram:  https://smalltowninertia.co.uk/ Simplr Straps: https://simplr.us  

This week's special guest is the celebrated photo story teller Tom Stoddart. His advice is gold for anyone wishing to be a photojournalist. We also talk about getting in close with wider angled lenses to tell a story. Tom Stoddart:  http://www.tomstoddart.com/     The film:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzCVEN2_p14     Magnum/Fujifilm Home book reviewed:  http://home-magnum.com/en/   Simplr Str...

Sean Tucker, rising YouTuber in the photo community is our guest this week on The FujiCast. Your questions as always and Kevin and Neale deal with how to tackle the more negative side of social media. Email your questions to the studio click@fujicast.co.uk   Sean Tucker:  https://www.youtube.com/user/seantuckermerge Breathe Pictures: https://www.breathepictures.com Kevin Mullins:  https://www.kevi...

This week, Mullins under the spotlight, twice. He shares his real working knowledge of social media and how to use it well in photography and takes a trip to Devon to talk to Robin Ravilious, widow of the late great James, social documenter, lauded by Cartier-Bresson for his authentic storytelling of life in the south west of England. James Ravilious main site:  http://www.jamesravilious.com/   Ar...

Street photography is a theme we return to and today's episode takes on a potent tone as we hear photojournalist Jason Florio's account of working on the streets of New York on the day of 9/11. Your Fujifilm questions and an opportunity to win Simplr straps. Show notes and competition annos:  https://www.fujicast.co.uk/   Jason Florio:  https://www.floriophoto.com/   Florio Instagram:  https://www...

Fighting Australia's wild bush fires would seem like a challenge enough, but photojournalist Cam Neville decided to fight and photograph at the same time. We also talk wedding photography and answer your Fujifilm questions. Cameron Neville:  https://www.camneville.com/   Full Cam Neville Podcast:  https://breathepictures.com/cam-neville-firefighting-photojournalist/ Kevin Mullins Photography:  htt...

Busy busy week this week. What's in our kit bags and an interview with Mark Condon from Shotkit, the website featuring camera gear of the world's best photographers. There's a chance to win album product from QT Albums and we talk to Dave McKeegan about the 'Is ISO fake?' debate. Shotkit:  https://shotkit.com/   QT Albums:  https://www.qtalbums.com/   The FujiCast homepage:  https://www.fujicast.c...