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Create. Photography.

Create. Photography. is a podcast about the creative side of photography. Host Daniel Sigg will discuss a broad range of topics that are meant to inspire and hope to provide new perspectives. This is a podcast for anyone interested in photography and making photographs. Each show will focus on one topic or theme that relates to the creative side of photography; the show is a mix of solo shows and interviews. A companion website will include show notes, and links to resources.
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Episodes

Replay: Atmospherics - a conversation with Ross Buswell

This is a replay of a popular episode with photographer and musician Ross Buswell. #80. In this episode of ⁠CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY.⁠ , Daniel had a conversation with Vancouver-based photographer Ross Buswell, photographing under the name of Atmospherics. We talked about his photography, his strong connection to nature & music and many other things. Ross' Website: ⁠atmosphericsphoto.com⁠ Prints site: ⁠prints.atmosphericsphoto.com⁠ Ross' Instagram: ⁠instagram.com/atmospherics⁠ Here are some of th...

Jan 04, 20241 hr 3 min

Organizing for the film community - a conversation with Lucia Rollow

#90. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with NYC based artist, educator and community organizer Lucia Rollow. We talk about her journey, her work for the film community ( Bushwick Community Darkroom , unitedfilmlab.com , and her plans going forward. Bushwick Community Darkroom Website: https://www.bushwickcommunitydarkroom.com/ A YouTube video about the Bushwich Community Darkroom (by ILFORD): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTD0b4kFqCc Unitedfilmlab.com: a site ...

Dec 07, 202341 min

The good citizen - a conversation with Benjamin Rasmussen

#89. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with American/Faorese photographer Benjamin Rasmussen. We talk about his journey, commercial and editorial photography, his latest book project The Good Citizen and many other things. The Good Citizen Book available here: https://benjaminrasmussenphoto.com/Shop Ben's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjaminras/ Ben's Website: https://benjaminrasmussenphoto.com/ Support the show I use buzzsprout.com for podcast hosting ...

Nov 02, 202343 min

Replay: Are we creating for others or ourselves? Another conversation with Hashem McAdam

This is a replay of episode #64. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has another conversation with Hashem McAdam. Hashem is an Australian photographer and filmmaker, and joined us on episode 3 of this podcast (we talked about how limitation can increase creativity). The topic for today is: who are we creating our work for? Ourselves or for others? Or is this even the right question to ask. We will also review a book by Ernst Haas. Hashem's website: https://www.exaframe.com/ Hashem's...

Oct 05, 202358 min

Space and Time

#88. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel discusses how giving projects or problems space and time can help overcome being stuck. Strategies on how to practically do this will be reviewed. Link to podcast by Huberman Lab (the science of creativity and how to enhance creative innovation): https://hubermanlab.com/the-science-of-creativity-and-how-to-enhance-creative-innovation/ Non-sleep deep rest (one of the meditation techniques described): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKGrmY8OSHM...

Sep 07, 202323 min

The Big O - a conversation with Abbie Trayler-Smith

#86. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with UK-based photographer Abbie Trayler-Smith. We talk about her journey, the Big O, a long-form project about teenage obesity, her new book called Kiss It!, and other things. Abbie’s website: https://www.abbietraylersmith.com/ The Big O project: https://thebigoproject.com/about.html Abbie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbiets/ Abbie’s book Kiss It! Article about Kiss It! book: https://www.anothermag.com/art-photo...

Aug 03, 202347 min

The beauty of melancholy - a conversation Morganna Magee

#85. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with Australian-based photographer Morganna Magee. We talk about several of her projects, her love of film photography (in particular large format), her love of being outside as well as for animals, and other things. Morganna's website: https://www.morgannamagee.com/ Morganna's Instagram: @morgannamagee Projects we discussed: Never it was Extraordinary Experiences Portraits Support the show I use buzzsprout.com for podcast ...

Jun 01, 202356 min

Mood, feel, story - another conversation with Ted Vieira

#84. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has another conversation with Las Vegas-based photographer Ted Vieira. We talk about a range of things including motivation, passion, new year's resolutions, what is important in our photography, and printing your work. Ted's website: https://tavphotography.com/ Ted's facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/tavphoto/ Support the podcast: ⁠buymeacoffee.com/danielsigg...

May 04, 20231 hr 9 min

Replay: Simplicity

This is a replay of our popular episode on simplicity (episode 061, originally released on Dec 2, 2021). It is a short one, but I hope you enjoy it! We'll focus on simplicity in gear, composition and settings. Support the show I use buzzsprout.com for podcast hosting and love it! If you want to sign up, please use this link and you will get a $20 Amazon Gift Card (sent after 2nd paid invoice). Podcast Homepage: https://createphotography.buzzsprout.com...

Apr 20, 202312 min

Expressing a gritty vulnerability - a conversation with Laura Pannack

Episode #83. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with London-based photographic artist Laura Pannack. Laura's website: https://laurapannack.com/ Instagram & Twitter: @laurapannack Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/danielsigg

Apr 06, 202351 min

Keen observation - a conversation with Ana Samoylova

#82. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with US-based visual artist Anastasia (Ana) Samoylova. We talked about her (long form) projects Floodzone, Floridas, and Image City. Ana's website: https://www.anasamoylova.com/ Floodzone book: https://steidl.de/Books/FloodZone-3132344254.html Floridas book: https://steidl.de/Books/Floridas-0208222457.html Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/danielsigg...

Mar 16, 20231 hr 12 min

After the apology - a conversation with Aletheia Casey

#81. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with UK-based photographer Aletheia Casey. We talked about her projects after the apology as well as no blood stained the wattle amongst other things. Aletheia’s website: https://www.aletheiacasey.com/ Print sale mentioned: https://vitalimpacts.org/ Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/danielsigg...

Mar 02, 20231 hr 21 min

Atmospherics - a conversation with Ross Buswell

#80. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel had a conversation with Vancouver-based photographer Ross Buswell, photographing under the name of Atmospherics. We talked about his photography, his strong connection to nature & music and many other things. Ross' Website: atmosphericsphoto.com Prints site: prints.atmosphericsphoto.com Ross' Instagram: instagram.com/atmospherics Here are some of the influences Ross mentioned: Nigel Grierson / Vaughan Oliver (of 23 Envelope and work they ...

Feb 16, 20231 hr 3 min

Traces within - a conversation with Eva Voutsaki

#79. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with UK-based photographer Eva Voutsaki. We talked about her book project Traces Within and a range of other things including tips on making your own photobook. Here some of the people Eva mentioned during our discussion: Her book Traces within Rob Hornstra, Dutch photographer and a pioneer in self publishing https://www.robhornstra.com/stories Julia Borissova, a photographic artist making handmade photobooks Emily Macaulay...

Feb 02, 202357 min

Connecting with nature - a conversation with Alex Burke

#78. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel is having a conversation with Colorado-based landscape photographer Alex Burke. I am citing the following from Alex' website and I quote: "The emotional connection we all have with nature is powerful. Nature can be intense and unforgiving as well as calming and peaceful. I seek out remote locations where these true feelings of the natural world can emerge, using photography as a means to capture these emotions and bring them back for all to s...

Jan 19, 202344 min

In the shadow of the pyramids - a conversation with Laura El-Tantawy

#77. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel is having a conversation with Laura El-Tantawy. Laura is an award winning British/Egyptian documentary photographer, artful book maker & mentor. She is also a Canon Ambassador. Born in the UK, Laura studied in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the US & UK. Laura's website: https://www.lauraeltantawy.com/ In the Shades of the Pyramid Book I'll Die For You Project...

Jan 05, 20231 hr 5 min

Duologues 2.0 - Another conversation with Nina Welch-Kling

#76. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Nina Welch-Kling is coming back on Create.Photography. We will talk about her new book called Duologues (and other things). Nina's website: https://www.ninaklingphotography.com/ Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/danielsigg

Dec 15, 20221 hr 6 min

High risk humans - a conversation with Madison Thorn

#75. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel is having a conversation with Nashville-based photographer Madison Thorn. We discuss her work in the music industry and her recent project called "High Risk Humans". Madison's website: https://www.madisonthorn.com/ Madison's High Risk Humans Project: https://www.highriskhumans.com/...

Dec 01, 20221 hr 7 min

Comfort Zone

#74. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel is discussing how getting out of our comfort zone can help us overcome being stuck in a rut creatively. Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/danielsigg

Nov 17, 202215 min

About writing, podcasting, road trips and other things - a conversation with Ben Smith

#73. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel is having a conversation with London-based photographer Ben Smith. Ben is a documentary, portrait and lifestyle photographer shooting commercial work, editorial commissions and long-term personal projects. He is also the producer, editor and host of A Small Voice: Conversations With Photographers . Ben's website: https://bensmithphoto.com Ben's podcast: https://bensmithphoto.com/asmallvoice...

Nov 03, 20221 hr 24 min

Polaroid

#72. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel is discussing polaroid photography including two great polaroid books. Book 1: ANDRÉ KERTÉSZ - THE POLAROIDS Good article with information about Andre, and information and images from the Polaroids book https://www.brucesilverstein.com/artists/andre-kertesz2/other-works/1975-1985-polaroids Book 2: THE POLAROID BOOK (Taschen) https://retrospekt.com/products/the-polaroid-book-taschen Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/danielsigg...

Oct 20, 202220 min

Documenting the now - a conversation with Dominic Nahr

#71. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with Dominic Nahr. Dominic Nahr was born in Appenzell, Switzerland and grew up in Hong Kong. In 2004 Dominic started to work as a professional photographer for the South China Morning Post in Hong Kong. Dominic has devoted himself to documenting conflicts, humanitarian crises and critical social issues across the world. He has received numerous awards for his work including World Press Photo Award, his work has been exhibit...

Oct 06, 202255 min

Replay: Storytelling (with Ted Vieira), originally released on Nov 5 2020

This is a replay of one of my early episodes. I have been listening back to many of my early interviews, and have been fortunate to talk to many great photographic artists. One of the conversations I really enjoyed and that I'd like to replay for you was my discussion with Ted Vieira. Below is the original episode information: #8. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY , Daniel will discuss storytelling in photography with Ted Vieira. (Originally published on November 5 2020). Ted Vieira is a La...

Sep 15, 20221 hr 8 min

The intersection of art forms - a conversation with Gavin Libotte

#70. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with Australian street photographer Gavin Libotte. This episode is sponsored by zencastr.com . I am using this platform to record all my podcasts and love its ease of use. If you're interested in starting your own podcast (or youtube channel), and think this platform works for you, feel free to use the following coupon code for 30% off: Coupon code : createphotography Gavin's website: https://www.beeblebroxcreativestudio.co...

Sep 01, 202237 min

Stoicism

#69. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel discusses stoicism, an ancient philosophy with a very pragmatic approach. We discuss how the stoic disciplines of perception, action and will could be applied to the creative process and photography today. This episode is sponsored by zencastr.com . I am using this platform to record all my podcasts and love its ease of use. If you're interested in starting your own podcast (or youtube channel), and think this platform works for you, feel fre...

Aug 04, 202237 min

The beauty of abstraction: a conversation with Linda Bembridge

#68. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a discussion with UK based artist Linda Bembridge. Linda uses a variety of ever changing techniques to create abstract art. We discuss her creative process, her self-published book and many other things. Linda's website: lindabembridge.com This episode is sponsored by zencastr.com . I am using this platform to record all my podcasts and love its ease of use. If you're interested in starting your own podcast (or youtube channel), and think...

Jul 07, 20221 hr 15 min

The colors of Oslo - a conversation with Morten Andresen

#67. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with Norwegian street photographer Morten Andresen. Morten lives in Oslo. This episode is sponsored by zencastr.com . I am using this platform to record all my podcasts and love its ease of use. If you're interested in starting your own podcast (or youtube channel), and think this platform works for you, feel free to use the following coupon code for 30% off: Coupon code : createphotography Morten's Instagram: morten.clicks...

Jun 02, 202232 min

A conversation with Australian street photographer Adrian Whear

#66. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with Australian photographer Adrian Whear. Adrian is a well known Melbourne based street photographer. This episode is sponsored by zencastr.com . I am using this platform to record all my podcasts and love its ease of use. If you're interested in starting your own podcast (or youtube channel), and think this platform works for you, feel free to use the following coupon code for 30% off: Coupon code : createphotography Adri...

May 05, 202243 min

Transience and other projects - a conversation with Danielle Goldstein

#65. In this episode of CREATE. PHOTOGRAPHY. , Daniel has a conversation with NYC based street photographer Danielle Goldstein. Danielle's work has been exhibited globally. We are talking about several of her projects, about street photography and the creative process. This episode is sponsored by zencastr.com . I am using this platform to record all my podcasts and love its ease of use. If you're interested in starting your own podcast (or youtube channel), and think this platform works for you...

Apr 07, 202249 min
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