Photographing The West Podcast

In this episode, meet photographer, author and storm chaser Eric Meola. Eric fell in love with the Great Plains at an early age. Later in life he returned each year for seven years to photograph its quiet beauty and its storms. And to record his experiences in a new book "Fierce Beauty" to be published November 11, 2019. Get a preview of his experiences storm chasing in the Great Plains in this episode and check out the show notes to see some of his beautiful photos. Website: http://www.ericmeola.photography/ References: FIERCE BEAUTY: Storms of the Great Plains  https://www.amazon.com/Fierce-Beauty-Storms-Great-Plains/dp/1864708387  Tempest Tours https://www.tempesttours.com  (For book mockups) Edition One Books: http://www.editiononebooks.com Storm Prediction Center Day 1 https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day1otlk.html RadarScope App https://www.radarscope.app Pluto Lightning Trigger: https://plutotrigger.com/ Eric's Photos: Thanks for listening! Be sure to check out Eric's beautiful book o

In this episode, we discuss the nuts and bolts of drone photography with Steve Eilenberg and Marie Tartar. Flying a drone and photographing from a drone requires two different skill sets and a fairly steep learning curve. We try to make learning these skills easier in this episode with lots of discussion, some references and an app. Please tune in for another great discussion with Steve and Marie. And check out their website for more info at www.aperturephotoarts.com References: App:  https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/where_can_i_fly/b4ufly/ Forum: MavicPilots.com software: https://skylum.com/aurorahdr noise reductions:  https://ni.neatvideo.com/  Our website:  https://aperturephotoarts.com/  Steve’s humorous short story about learning how to pilot a drone:  https://aperturephotoarts.com/wrong-stuff-steve-eilenberg-part/  photo focus part 1:  https://photofocus.com/learn/your-first-phantom-drone-part-1-getting-started/  Steve's Drone Photos: Thanks for listening. If you enjoy these podcasts, pl

Gary Crabbe is an award winning landscape photographer who recently spent six weeks traveling around China photographing its people and its cultural treasures. We explore the ins and outs of traveling to and around China plus Gary's approach to photographing new subjects and new locations. Gary's Website: https://enlightphoto.com/ Apps for China Travel: www.trip.com  China Centric Hotels and Trains https://www.chinatrainbooking.com/ High Speed Trains and More https://moovitapp.com/  China Buses and Much More https://www.tripadvisor.com/ World-wide Travel Including China https://www.trivago.com/ Hotel Bookings Including China https://www.booking.com/ Hotel Booking and More Gary's China Photos;                                     Thanks for listening! If you enjoy these podcasts, please tell your friends and family. Bye for now and we'll be back in a couple of weeks. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Wildlife photographer Steve Mattheis based in Jackson, Wyoming is a busy guy. He's been taking great photos, vlogging, traveling, teaching and putting a book together on Great Gray Owls. We discuss his busy life, his 5 year odyssey self-publishing his new book and an upcoming African safari that he will co-lead in February 2020. Join us for a fun conversation with Steve! Steve's Website: http://www.stevemattheis.com Safari Info: https://www.stevemattheis.com/africa Steve's Great Gray Owl Book Available on His Website: Steve's Photos: Thanks for listening. Please leave us a review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/ua/genre/podcasts/id26?mt=2# https://apple.co/2RWTPMJ Bye for now. We'll talk soon! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

In episode #67 of the Photographing the West podcast, well known wildlife photographer and workshop leader Juan Pons and I discuss his recent decision to go solo in the photography business. We also discuss his plans for his new enterprise, working solo versus in a group and the nature of the photography business today. Tune in for a great discussion! Bio:  Born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Juan is a nature and wildlife photographer, whose passion is photographing our worlds magnificent wildlife and natural features. Juan is a strong supporter of wildlife and natural habitat conservation and is a member of several conservation organizations. Though private individuals purchase photos directly from him, Juan donates his images to non-profit organizations with nature and wildlife preservation missions. Juan never ceases to be amazed by the natural subjects he photographs and hopes that sharing his photographs will inspire others to appreciate and respect natural life.   Website: https://www.juanpons.org

Episode #66 of the Photographing the West podcast is the Ultimate Guide to Solar Eclipse Photography with photographers Marie Tartar and Steve Eilenberg. Based on extensive research and the first hand experience of photographing two recent solar eclipses, Marie and Steve discuss all aspects of solar eclipse photography from a landscape photographers viewpoint. Our discussion includes where to go, what to take, gear options and useful books, apps and gizmos. Please join us for a great discussion of all things related to solar eclipse photography. Resources: Marie's Writings: https://aperturephotoarts.com/eclipse-august-21-2017/ Solar Eclipse Map: https://bit.ly/2vrPEkR Sun Finder: https://ebay.to/2Z6lJbY Books: https://ebay.to/2Z6lJbY Photo's by Steve and Marie: Thanks for listening! Please a review at: https://apple.co/2OUNFKT Bye for now. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Jim Williams is a Montana-based wildlife biologist and manager for the Montana's Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks. With 30+ years of working with mountain lions, he has an unmatched hands on experience with these fascinating but elusive creatures. He shares his experiences with mountain lions in North America and puma in South America in his book "Path of the Puma". This book describes his personal experiences with mountain lions, the efforts at conservation in North and South America and methods that have worked to conserve this fascinating creature. Book: "Path of the Puma" available https://bit.ly/2YEbjEE Patagonia National Park:  http://www.patagoniapark.org/parque_patagonia.htm Thompkins Conservation:  http://www.tompkinsconservation.org/info_splash.htm If you enjoy these podcasts, please leave us a review at: https://apple.co/2OUNFKT Thanks for listening! Talk soon!! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com    

Kevin Dooley is well-known for his wonderful photos of African wildlife. His African safari's go to less well known and less crowded parts of the African continent. Kevin, while a professional and experienced Africa photographer, remains enthusiastic about photography and his wild subjects. We discuss all the important details for a successful African safari. Kevin's website: http://www.idubephotosafaris.com/ Kevin's Photos: Bye for now. Thanks for listening! We'll talk soon. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Marie Tartar is a professional adventure and wildlife photographer and today we're going to discuss her adventures in snorkeling with and photographing Humpback whales. We talk about where to go, how to get there and the challenges of photographing whales while snorkeling. Marie's Website: https://aperturephotoarts.com/ Photo Focus Website: https://bit.ly/2XHmRWZ Marie's Photo's:  Thanks for listening! Please leave us a review on iTunes at:  https://itunes.apple.com/ua/genre/podcasts/id26?mt=2# https://apple.co/2RWTPMJ Bye for now. And we'll talk soon. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Matt Kloskowski is an expert in many types of photo processing software including Lightroom, Photoshop and ON1 to name a few. We discuss the new Adobe texture slider.  Later, we discuss the new ON1 software and whether it's truly a Lightroom replacement. Matt candidly discusses the pro's and con's of each. Matt's Website: mattk.com Matt's Tutorials: https://mattk.com/tutorials/ Matt's Courses: https://mattk.com/courses/ Matt's Blog: https://mattk.com/blog/ Matt's Portfolio:  http://mattkloskowski.squarespace.com/ Thanks for listening. Please leaves us a review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/ua/genre/podcasts/id26?mt=2# https://apple.co/2RWTPMJ Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Marc Silber is a photographer, author and educator with a new, soon to be published, book called "Create" in which he both discusses creativity and provides a methodology for improving your creativity no matter your creative outlet. In this podcast, Marc and I discuss various aspects of his approach to creativity including methods to increase productivity and how to overcome stumbling blocks to creativity. Marc's Website: https://www.silberstudiosinc.com/ Marc's New Book: "Create" available for pre-order on Amazon https://amzn.to/2Q39v0Z Marc's Photos: Thanks for listening and thanks for the reviews! Until next time...good light and safe travels!! Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Tim Grey is a well-recognized expert in dealing with post-processing software as well known educator and photographer. In this episode we discuss advances in Photoshop, Lightroom and ON1 as well as many other related topics. Join us for an information packed episode on the latest in post-processing. Tim's website: http://www.timgreyphoto.com/ Tim's Photo's:   Thanks for listening! Tune in again next time for another great listen. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com  

In episode #59, internationally known wildlife and travel photographer Jim Zuckerman talks about the many challenges of wildlife photography and offers his insights and solutions to meeting those challenges. We have an in depth discussion of gear, autofocus, flying with gear and the special challenges of cold weather photography. Jim's website:http://www.jimzuckerman.com/ Jim's Photo's: Thanks for listening! Please leave us a review wherever you listen. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Gary is a California-based photographer famous for his iconic California photos. While a traditionalist, he brings his own unique style and vision to the many faceted California landscape. Together we take a deep dive into landscape photography composition exploring what it takes to make a great landscape photo. Gary's Website: http://enlightphoto.com/ Gary's Books: http://enlightphoto.com/books.html Gary's Photos: Thanks for listening! Please leave us a review. Talk soon. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Episode #57 with Breanna Owens is an interesting discussion of the migration of grey wolves into southern Oregon and Northern California and its effect on ranchers. Breanna herself is a rancher and Program Director for Working Circle Partnership which joins the California Wolf Center, Point Blue Conservation Science with local ranchers in Northern California. Her unique perspective provides insights into the challenges of managing wolves and cattle for the benefit of both. Breanna's E-mail: breanna@workingcircle.org for wolf info                            bowens@pointblue.org for Point Blue info Point Blue: https://www.pointblue.org/ California Wolf Center: http://www.californiawolfcenter.org/ Photos: 

In episode #56, Dr. Jim Halfpenny returns to talk about polar bears and how they're adapting to climate change. Jim's been researching polar bears and leading polar bear tours for 29 years and is an expert in that field. Please join us for a wide ranging discussion about polar bears and their survival. Jim's Website: http://www.tracknature.com/x/home.php Ian Stirling's Polar Bear Book: https://amzn.to/2X6t0cl Jim's Polar Bear Photos: Thanks for listening! Please leave us a review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/ua/genre/podcasts/id26?mt=2# https://apple.co/2RWTPMJ Kirby Kirby Flanagan | Flanagan Fotos | FotoTs  Website: https://www.flanaganfotos.com/ Podcast:  https://www.photographingthewest.net/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/flanaganfotos  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FotoTs

Russ Burden is a Colorado based wildlife photographer, teacher and author with a special interest in African wildlife photography. We discuss his photographic beginnings, his transition from landscape to wildlife photography and his love for Tanzania, its wildlife and its people. Russ' Website: http://www.russburdenphotography.com/ Russ' Photos:  Leave us a review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/ua/genre/podcasts/id26?mt=2# https://apple.co/2RWTPMJ Thanks for listening Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Jeff is a wildlife photographer, author, lecturer and teacher of photography. Jeff has 30+ years of experience as a wildlife photographer and he shares his experience and knowledge on the subject of blinds from a practical point of view. We discuss when and where to use blinds, land based versus floating blinds and using your car as a blind. Jeff talks about photographing eagles from his blind in Alaska and from a fixed blind in Ecuador to photograph the Cock of the Rock. Join us and learn about using blinds from an expert. Jeff’s Website: www.jeffrichphoto.com Jeff’s Books: https://amzn.to/2AOhrgf Bird Photography                    https://amzn.to/2VWe1ki                    https://amzn.to/2Rrdvwr  Baby Birds                         Jeff’s Photos: Thanks for listening. Please leave us a review at: https://itunes.apple.com/ua/genre/podcasts/id26?mt=2# https://apple.co/2RWTPMJ Kirby

Bob Osborn is a fine art portrait photographer who resides in Livingston, MT and whose subjects are the cowboys and Indians of Montana. Bob is a self taught photographer who shares his unique insights into portrait photography including the creative side and some of his hands on techniques. There's a lot to be learned about photography from Bob, so give us a listen. If you missed it, go back and listen to episode #48, my initial interview with Bob. Bob's Book:  https://amzn.to/2QY5kXU Bob's Website: http://www.robertosborn.com/ Bob's Studio: 110 South Main, Livingston, Montana 59047 Bob's Photo's: Thanks for listening. Please leave us a review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/ua/genre/podcasts/id26?mt=2# https://apple.co/2RWTPMJ Bye for now. Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com

Lewis Kemper is a well-known nature and wildlife photographer who recently changed from the Canon system to the Nikon system. We discuss in very frank terms the advantages and disadvantages of each system, the good, the bad and the ugly. Tune in for discussion on changing camera systems, an uncommon event in the camera world. Lewis' Website: www.lewiskemper.com for prints, gallery, books and workshops. Lewis' Photos:                Leave us an iTunes review at: https://itunes.apple.com/ua/genre/podcasts/id26?mt=2# https://apple.co/2RWTPMJ Thanks for listening!  Kirby kirby@flanaganfotos.com