Photographing The West Podcast

Alan is a professional landscape photographer who loves to backpack into the backcountry of the Pacific NW, British Columbia and the Rockies to obtain incredible photos of remote, seldom visited locations. In this episode we review his preparations for backcountry trips and review in detail some of his outstanding mountain landscapes. Don't miss it! Websites: https://alanmajchrowicz.com/ and https://www.alancrowephotography.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NorthwestLandscapePhotography/ Instagram: https://images.app.goo.gl/MhuUXdbHATLjd2baA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanmajchrowicz/ Photos: Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast, tell your friends and leave us a review! Tune in on 10/30/20 for a Milky Way photography podcast with Matt Dieterich. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com  

Wildlife photographer Izzy Edwards loves finding, watching and photographing owls, especially Great Grey Owls. Tune in to share her passion for and knowledge of owls and owl photography. You won't want to miss this one! And check out her website for more great wildlife photography. Website: https://www.isabelleedwardsphoto.com/ Photos: Thanks for listening! We'll be back on October 15th with another great episode. If you like our show, please tell your friends and subscribe! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com  

Michelle Valberg is a wildlife photographer, Nikon Ambassador and very smart business women. In addition, she has a portrait studio. We discuss all aspects of her business plus her insights into mirror-less still and videography. Check out this episode with a world class photographer and everything she has to share. Website: http://www.michellevalberg.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellevalbergphotography LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/michellevalberg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFYMI6Pk-bgZt1VtawyloEQ or https://bit.ly/2RmSctg Thanks for listening. Next time it's Owl Photography with Izzy Edwards on 9/30/20. Please tell your friends about us and leave us a review! Kirby

Fine art photographer Ryn Clarke uses her iPhone to expand the creative possibilities of her photography. Follow along and explore the opportunities to level up your photography with the newer iPhones and available apps. Slide Deck (Selected Images) For video version, go to https://youtu.be/RVazLEaGEjc: Website: https://www.rynclarkephotography.com/ Apps: Slow Shutter https://apple.co/3hNkQ2x Snapseed https://apple.co/34CtI75 Mextures https://www.mextures.com/ TouchRetouch https://bit.ly/2Quzdwv SuperImpose http://www.superimposeapp.com/ iColorama https://bit.ly/2D4QyZT Hardware: Moment Lenses https://bit.ly/3jl61EG Joby Gorillapods https://bit.ly/31vEA4S HP Sprocket Printer https://bit.ly/2YDaHgY Camkix Remote https://camkix.com/ Insta360Nano https://store.insta360.com/ Stylus Pen https://www.apple.com/apple-pencil/ Thanks for listening! We'll be back on September 15th with wildlife and portrait photographer Michelle Valberg and the business of wildlife photography. Kirby

While astrophotography has a reputation as being very technical and very expensive, expert Astrophographer Matthew Dieterich shares his vast knowledge of night sky photography in language anyone can follow. He describes how modern photo gear makes this type of photography easier and cheaper than in years past. He covers gear, apps, websites and techniques to improve your night photography. Website:  https://www.mattdieterich.com/ Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/mattdieterich                           https://www.facebook.com/MattDieterichPhotography/ https://www.instagram.com/mattdieterich/ Apps: https://www.photopills.com/ Stacking Software: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/starry-sky-stacker/id1332533290?mt=12 https://sites.google.com/site/sequatorglobal/ Dark Sky Websites: https://www.cleardarksky.com/csk/index.html https://darksitefinder.com/maps/world.html#4/39.00/-98.00 Gear: https://www.skywatcherusa.com/ Photos: Thanks for watching! Please tell your friends! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Well-known wildlife photographer Joe McDonald also does macro using focus stacking. Joe discusses the details of focus stacking and the importance of composition in obtaining excellent images. He uses the Olympus system which provides in camera focus stacking. We also discuss focus bracketing in the Nikon, Canon and Sony systems which require software for stacking such as Photoshop, Helicon Focus or Zerene Stacker. Join us and enjoy an excellent discussion of the ins and outs of focus stacking. Website: https://www.hoothollow.com/ Focus Stacking E-book: https://bit.ly/3hJlgGp Social Media: Facebook: https://bit.ly/3jJw1KS YouTube: https://bit.ly/2Es9ORv Links: Helicon Focus: https://www.heliconsoft.com/heliconsoft-products/helicon-focus/ Zerene Stacker: http://zerenestacker.com/ https://cognisys-inc.com/stackshot-macro-rail-package.html Photos:   Thanks for listening! Please tell your family, friends and fellow photographers about us. Kirby

Ryn is very creative and experimental in her approach to photography. We've been friends for years, but had lost touch after my move from Ohio to Nevada. I discovered her recent project doing composites on social media and decided to catch up. We had great fun catching up and reviewing her wonderful photography. Join us and share the fun and learning. Website: Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WhB8I3 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rynclarkephotography/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rynclarke/ Photo's: Thanks for listening! Please tell your friends about the show. We'll be back on July 30th with a new one. Bye for now. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Richard Wong is a Fine Art Western Landscape Photographer based in California. Early on, he was influenced by photography legend Galen Rowell, but went on to develop his own unique approach to the icons of the West as well as lesser known western vistas. You'll enjoy getting to know Richard in this podcast, so join us! Websites: https://www.rwongphoto.com/ https://www.fineartphotographyprints.com/ Social media: https://www.facebook.com/rwongphoto https://www.instagram.com/richardwongphotography https://twitter.com/rwongphoto Photos: Thanks for listening. You can also watch the video at www.flanaganfotos.com or on YouTube at https://bit.ly/3gf7k6x If you enjoyed this podcast, please spread the word. We'll be back on July 15th. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com  

Izzy is a wildlife photographer with a wonderful portfolio of amazing wildlife photos. Based in the Pacific Northwest, she's been photographing for four years in Washington and Montana everything from Orca's to raptors and foxes. Listen and watch for more in episode #85 of the Photographing the West podcast. Website: https://www.isabelleedwardsphoto.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwest_wildlife/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Isabelle-Edwards-Photo-110794340368706/ Photos: Thanks for listening! Watch for our next episode on June 30th. Please tell your friends about us. Bye for now. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Dan Carr is a Canadian Wildlife Photographer with a passion for wildlife photography and adventure! He loves to explore western Canada whether by kayak, air, underwater or on foot. Please join us for an interesting discussion of his approach to wildlife photography. Websites: Dan Carr Photography https://shuttermuse.com Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dancarrphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dancarrphoto Recommendations: Best photography gloves: https://shuttermuse.com/photography-gloves/ Aerial photograph tips: https://shuttermuse.com/aerial-photography-tips/ Photos: Thanks for listening! Please tell your fellow photographers about this podcast. We'll again on June 15th! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com  

Darrell Gulin is an expert macro photographer and a great teacher. We discuss his approach to macro photography in great detail including what lenses to use, composition, color theory and how to shoot macro subjects indoors and outdoors. Darrell's Website: https://www.gulinphoto.com/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/darrell.gulin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrellgulin/ Canon Explorers of Light: https://bit.ly/2xubyq6 Thorne's Insect Shoppe: https://thornesinsects.com/ Darrell's Photos: Thanks for listening! Please tell your family, friends and fellow photographers about the podcast. Bye for now. We'll be back on April 30th. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com  

This episode is all about drone photography. What to buy, how to fly, drone photography and how to stay legal. My guest for this episode is Chelsea Doyen-Thomas a professional real estate photographer, landscape photographer and wildlife photographer. He's been flying drones on a nearly daily basis for the last six years and he shares his experience and wisdom regarding drones with you in this episode Resources: https://remotepilot101.com/ https://faadronezone.faa.gov/#/ https://skyvector.com/ Website: https://www.cdtfoto.com/ Photos: Thanks for listening! Please share! We'll be back on April 15th. Talk then. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

I'm a wildlife and nature photographer based in NW Nevada. I've spent a lot of time in National Wildlife Refuges and in this episode I share some of my experiences. And I provide some recommendations to get the most out of your next or first visit to a wildlife refuge. My Website: https://www.flanaganfotos.com Some Refuge Photos: Thanks for listening! Hope you found the information helpful. Talk to you on the 30th. In the meantime, check out Foto T's, my nature-based clothing line, on Amazon, Etsy and Red Bubble. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Elizabeth Carmel is a well-known landscape photographer and more recently a cinematographer. Join us as we discuss her career, her approach to landscape photography and more. Websites: http://elizabethcarmel.com/ and https://www.thecarmelgallery.com/ Panasonic S1R: https://bit.ly/2u2AjrM Red Helium Video Camera: https://www.red.com/ Rhino Robotic Head: https://bit.ly/2wbkwr8 Photos:    Thanks for listening. Please share with family and friends! We'll be back February 29th with a video about compositing with Jim Zuckerman. Don't forget to check out my Yosemite Workshop at www.flanaganfotos.com  Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Hector Astorga is a wildlife photographer based in Southwest Texas where he is manager of the Santa Clara Ranch. The ranch is solely dedicated to and managed for wildlife photography. In addition, Hector leads workshops in Guatemala, Finland, Africa and Chile. He is a Nikon shooter and loves his Nikon 500 f/4 for wildlife photography. You'll enjoy Hector's friendly manner and his wildlife photography expertise. Website:  https://www.hectorastorga.com/ Santa Clara Ranch: https://www.santaclararanch.com/ Facebook: https://bit.ly/2RDQRzl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hector_astorga_photography/ Photos: Thanks for listening. Tell your family and friends about the podcast! Next episode is on February 15th, 2020. Kirby Flanagan kirby@flanaganfotos.com

This episode is all about the business of photography with nature, wildlife and travel photographer Darrell Gulin. Darrell offers sound business advice based on a bachelors degree in business and years of experience in the business of photography. He outlines a very specific approach to success as a photographer. Be sure to tune in. Darrell's Website: https://gulinphoto.com/ Darrell's Photos:  Thanks for listening! Please tell your friends and other photographers about the podcast. We'll talk again on January 30th. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Hello and welcome to the Photographing the West podcast.  Everyone’s busy this time of the year, so I decided to take this opportunity to wish everyone Happy Holidays and spend a few minutes talking about Photographing the West in the new year. My tagline has become interviews with interesting people doing interesting things. Some are well-known and some are not. Some are photographers and some are interesting experts in photography related fields. That will not change. One thing that will be new for 2020 is an experiment with video episodes where they are appropriate. In February, I’ll be hosting an episode with Jim Zuckerman demonstrating his techniques for compositing. A topic that cries out for video. Another topic that requires video is depth of field blending and there are certainly others. These video episodes will be occasional because of the difficulty in producing and editing videos and the difficulty in finding people who are willing to be on camera. If it goes over well, I’ll increase the number o

Beth is an avid landscape photographer whose day job is architecture. She brings her visual skills from her day job to her wonderful landscape photos. Her specialty is art for medical facilities throughout California. Please join us for a wide ranging discussion of West coast landscape photography. Beth's website: https://www.optimalfocusphotography.com/ Beth's Instagram page: @optimal_focus Beth's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/optimalfocusphotography/ Beth's Photos: Thanks for listening! If you enjoy these podcasts, please tell everyone about them especially your fellow photographers! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com      

In this episode, 2020 Travel Photographer of the Year Kerrick James returns to discuss the current challenges for travel photographers like himself.  We discuss the gradual demise of magazines as a revenue source, other options for publication of travel photos, writing as a great way to get photos published and more. Kerrick has been a Pentax Ambassador for many years. We discuss the renowned Pentax 645Z medium format camera as well as current Pentax DSLR's. Tune in for a great discussion with a great guy and a wonderful travel photographer. Kerrick's Websites:  https://kerrickjames.com/ https://bit.ly/2XTt8fT (AGPix) http://kjphotosafaris.com/about.html Kerrick's Photo's Thanks for listening! If you enjoy these podcasts, please let your family, friends and other photographers know about them. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Jason Odell is a veteran podcaster of The Image Doctors, author and of course a photographer. His photographic interests include travel photography, landscape photography and wildlife. He loves to teach and has multiple e-books, videos and tutorials available on his website, YouTube and Facebook. Check out his website too for his workshops in multiple locations. And don't forget to listen to The Image Doctors on iTunes or your favorite RSS feed. Jason's Website: https://luminescentphoto.com/ Jason's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/jpodellphoto/ Jason's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/2CHEGZW Jason's Photos: Thanks for listening! If you enjoy these podcasts, please tell your friends, family and fellow photographers about them! Bye for now and we'll talk soon. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com