Photographing The West Podcast

Judy Lehmberg is a professional wildlife film maker that spends six months out of the year photographing Yellowstone wildlife with her Red cine camera. Watch an amazing video of a badger invading a fox den! Join us to hear how she filmed it and listen to our discussion of this video and a second video of river otters at play. Don't miss it! FB: https://www.facebook.com/biopicsbyjudylehmberg/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/judy_lehmberg/ Thanks for listening! Join me on August 30th for a wonderful interview with wildlife photographer Sebastian Kennerknecht! Don't forget to tell your friends about us and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com  

If you want to add video to your photography skills, this podcast is for you! It covers wildlife film making from start to finish. Jake talks about his own beginnings, how you can get into film making, the film making process and best wildlife video gear. Jake is a wildlife film maker, production company owner and wildlife film maker mentor. Website: https://www.jakewillers.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakewillers/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jakewillerspage/ Mentoring: https://www.jakewillers.com/mentorship Training Video (Free): https://www.jakewillers.com/opt-in

This episode discusses our trip to the Klamath Basin in May 2021 to photograph birds and explore new areas of the Klamath Basin. Despite the drought I was able to capture multiple bird photos while exploring the region. This episode describes our trials and tribulations as well as our successes during two weeks in southern Oregon. Photos: Thanks for listening! I'll be back July 30th with Nat Geo film maker Jake Willers. Be sure to tune in! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Tim Torrel is a very creative wildlife photographer who produces outstanding wildlife photos using DSLR cameras in his custom built camera traps using off the shelf sensors. If you're curious about camera trap photography or wondering how to do it, this episode is for you. Website: https://digitalwildlifeimages.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tim.torrel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timtorell/?hl=en Photos: Thanks for listening! Please tell your friends and family about us. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com  

Learn the ins and outs of trail camera photography from a professional who uses it in his business regularly. Jerry Roe is a photographer, a trail camera specialist and a biologist who shares his knowledge about where to place cameras, how to use them and more! Tune in for an exciting and memorable podcast. Resource: https://www.trailcampro.com/ Photos: Thanks for listening! Please tell your friends about us! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Dan Carr is a professional photographer with a great interest in aurora photography. Living in the Yukon Territory of Canada he has more opportunities than most to photograph aurora. He shares his expertise including composition, exposure, equipment and the best techniques to get excellent aurora photography including a discussion of several of his favorite photos. Websites: Photos: www.dancarrphotography.com Tutorials: www.shuttermuse.com Photos: Thanks for listening! Please tell your friends about us. Next time, trail camera photography with Jerry Roe. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

If you're interested in bird migration, this episode is for you! Scott is an author, an ornithologist and a naturalist with an encyclopedic knowledge of world-wide bird migration. We discuss in detail the latest findings in migration studies made possible by the advances in tracking technology. If you want more detail, get his latest book "A World on the Wing" on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3f6cAuh or through your local bookstore at www.bookshop.org Scott's website: http://www.scottweidensaul.com/ For more information about birds including the ones mentioned in this podcast, I recommend https://www.allaboutbirds.org/news/ and if you need help identifying birds in your photos I highly recommend their Merlin app https://bit.ly/3o47H93 Photos of a few of the birds mentioned in this podcast: Red Knot Bar-tailed Godwit Pectoral Sandpiper Thanks for listening! Please subscribe and tell your friends about the podcast!! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com    

Jimmy is a wonderful wildlife photographer and vlogger who goes off the beaten path to be one with the wildlife and nature itself. As a result, he makes photos of wildlife that the rest of us usually miss. Tune in to find out how and why he takes the road less travelled. You won't be disappointed!

In this episode master landscape photographer Chuck Kimmerle and I discuss his minimalist approach to landscape photography. It's origins, his approach and we explore many of his photographs. I learned a lot from this discussion and I think you will too! Website: https://www.chuckkimmerle.com/ Photos:   Thanks for listening! If you enjoy these podcasts, please tell your friends and family! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Vicki is a wildlife photographer who goes beyond the obvious to create unique and compelling wildlife images. From Yellowstone to South Georgia to Namibia, Tanzania and Kenya, she creates wonderful wildlife images that speak to the viewer and tell a great story. Join us to learn how to see better and make better wildlife photos.

Alan Majchrowicz is a master of pacific coast seascape photography from California to Washington. And he can teach you how to up your game in this episode as he discusses the principles of and the realities of seascape photography. He goes on to discuss some of his favorite seascapes and how and where he got them. Not to be missed! Websites: https://alanmajchrowicz.com/  https://www.alancrowephotography.com/ Photos: Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed it, please tell your family and friends. We'll be back on March 30th with another interesting interview with a photographer doing interesting things. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Joe McDonald covers the latest Olympus camera features in this hour long tutorial. Whether you have an Olympus camera or are thinking about switching to Olympus, you'll want to listen to Joe's deep dive into all the latest features and technology. Plus Joe has a 20% discount for you on his latest book. Go to https://www.hoothollow.com/ and insert discount code PhotoWest! Joe's Photos: Thanks for listening! Please tell your family and friends about us. See you again on March 15, 2021. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

If you've ever wanted to take great night sky photographs, this is the podcast for you. Adam is a professional astrophotographer who specializes in night sky landscape photography and loves teaching it. Join us to learn about night sky gear, software and techniques from an expert. Website: https://adamwoodworth.com/ Photo's: Thanks for listening! Please share with friends and family!! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com  

Jim Zuckerman discusses the new AI software for photo editing including Luminar, Photoshop and the Topaz AI software. He then demonstrates how these types of software can be used to enhance or even save your favorite photos. Website: https://www.jimzuckerman.com/ Social Media:  https://www.facebook.com/pg/JimZuckermanPhotography/photos/ https://www.instagram.com/jim.zuckerman.photography/?hl=en Photo (Before and After AI): Thanks for listening. Please tell your friends about us. On February 15th, Adam Woodworth discusses Night Sky Photography. On February 28th, Joe McDonald talks about the unique features of the new Olympus cameras and offers a discount on his latest e-book. Be sure to tune in! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com      

Understanding bird migration is key to becoming a better birder or bird photographer! In this podcast, excellent birder and bird behaviorist Shannon Rio and I discuss migration in general and use our collective knowledge of the Klamath Basin to discuss migration of specific species as examples. While understanding all of the complexities of migration can't be done in one hour or so, we give you a head start with our deep dive into the subject. Please join us.

In this episode, I review what's been added to Photographing the West in 2020 and what to expect in 2021!

Kevin Dooley is a very well-known wildlife photographer in Alaska and Africa and has led many, many trips to both regions resulting in outstanding wildlife photos. Join us for a virtual trip to Alaska to photograph Alaska grizzly bears and learn from the best! Website: https://idubephotosafaris.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.dooley.560 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idubesafaris/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0RsTihusnM3MMEUIsBXv2A or https://bit.ly/37eK1rP Photos: Thanks for listening. To see the video version, go to https://youtu.be/II_u1pARHS0 Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com  

Caron is a self-taught wildlife photographer with beautiful photos and an excellent eye for composition. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from her photographic journey. You can find her photos here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caron.gray.1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carongrayphotography/  Wild Birds of Wisconsin: https://bit.ly/3lg9p3Y Universe of Color Photography: https://bit.ly/37bIYYt Photos: Thanks for listening! Tune in on December 15th for an episode with wildlife photographer Kevin Dooley on Alaskan Bear Photography. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Perri describes herself as a romantic landscape photographer and this comes through in her wonderfully beautiful images. While she does a lot of preparation and pre-visualizing, she is also spontaneous and takes advantage of the moment. Join us for a deep dive into fine art landscape photography. Don't miss this one! Website: https://www.perrikschelatphotography.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perrikschelatphotography/ 500 PX:https://500px.com/p/perrischelat?view=photos Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Perri-K-Schelat-Photography-112252508844220/ Photos: Thanks for listening! Tune in on November 30th to meet wildlife photographer Caron Gray!! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Matt has many years experience with astrophotography all around the world using everything from DSLR's to telescopes. He shares his knowledge in this podcast about Milky Way Photography. Visit his website for great photography, tutorials and workshops at: https://www.mattdieterich.com/ and https://www.mattdieterich.com/workshops and https://www.mattdieterich.com/tutorials Sign up for his newsletter and receive a free night sky tutorial at:  https://www.mattdieterich.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattDieterichPhotography/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattdieterich/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattdieterich/media Photos: Thanks for listening. Please share! Leave us a review on iTunes too. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com