In this episode, we sit down with Nick Gervin , a documentary photographer from Portland, Maine, whose raw and unfiltered work captures the unseen side of city life. Nick shares his journey from overcoming two traumatic brain injuries to using photography as a tool for recovery and self-expression. We dive deep into his decade-long project, Portlanders , his thoughts on documentary photography, the role of flash in his work, and how skateboarding shaped his visual style. Plus, we talk about his ...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Michael Howard sits down with renowned large-format photographer and 2024 Guggenheim Fellow Lisa Elmaleh. Lisa shares her journey into large-format photography, her decision to trade Brooklyn for a remote cabin in West Virginia, and her powerful work documenting life along the U.S.-Mexico border. She opens up about the challenges migrants face, the humanity behind immigration, and how she builds trust through her thoughtful, slow photographic process. This is an inspiring conver...
Feb 12, 2025•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we dive deep into the growing discussion about AI and its impact on photography. We cover the potential benefits of AI in visual recognition and image labeling, the ethical concerns surrounding AI-generated images, and the complexities of ensuring creators' rights and consent. With real-world examples and thoughtful analysis, we explore the technical and philosophical nuances of AI in image creation, how different groups view its role, and the ongoing legal and technical challen...
Jan 11, 2025•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Daniels' Website - https://shifter.media/ Daniel Milnor, the Creative Ambassador for Blurb , delves into his journey from a photographer to his role at Blurb over 13 years. He discusses his unexpected entry into photography and his transition from traditional photography practices to embracing modern challenges and opportunities, such as AI and digital technology. The conversation spans topics from the impact of AI on the creative industry, ethical considerations, the value of unique work and st...
Dec 30, 2024•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the Foto Podcast! I’m thrilled to introduce Margaret Warren as a tech advisor here at Foto. Margaret has an incredible background in metadata, digital innovation, and image management, and today, we’re diving into how her expertise is shaping Foto’s future. We’ll be discussing everything from the role of metadata in preserving image context and discoverability to the importance of user control over data privacy and location settings. Margaret will also share insights on how these feat...
Nov 09, 2024•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast This Foto Podcast Episode is an update from Michael Howard on where Foto development stands as of April 2024. Michael discusses Foto's different funding strategies over the next 6-8 months and what new features will be released in the next 1-2 months. Subscribe to the Foto Podcast on Apple and Spotify. Foto Site - https://fotoapp.co Foto Substack - https://fotoapp.substack.com Get full access to Foto at fotoapp.substack.com/subscribe...
Apr 23, 2024•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hey Everyone!This is episode 12 of the Foto Podcast. In this episode, I share where progress is at with Foto, what we need to add before we go public, when we plan on launching Foto to the world, and our philosophy for raising capital to help grow the Foto team.Thank you for listening and for supporting what we are building! We are so grateful for your interest and feedback as we continue to move forward day by day. Cheers, Michael Howard Co-Founder of Foto https://fotoapp.co Get full access to ...
Mar 23, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the Foto Podcast. This episode features Greg Miller. In this episode, Greg takes us on a mesmerizing journey as he shares his unique experiences and insights into his artistic process. From capturing the essence of New York City streets to the delicate art of connecting with subjects, Greg reveals the stories and emotions that lie beneath the surface of his extraordinary photographs. Listen to Greg’s Podcast at photophonica.com Visit Greg’s Website at gregmiller.com You can find Greg ...
Oct 28, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the Foto Podcast! In this episode, I delve into the world of large-format photography with the talented Kate Miller-Wilson, whose captivating work predominantly revolves around her close-knit family in Minnesota. Kate embraces the beauty of imperfection, exploring the power and vulnerability that lies within the flaws of her images, a departure from the pixel-perfect precision often sought in digital photography. We discuss her self-portraits and the empowerment in controlling one's r...
Oct 19, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to part three of our series with renowned photographer Richard Sharum. As someone deeply rooted in the study of history, especially the tumultuous Civil War era, Richard showcases an intense drive to understand the divisions that plague modern America. He discusses his transformative journey to unravel the mystery of the Central United States, an area often dismissively labeled "flyover country." This stretch of land, primarily covering states like Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, and the Dak...
Sep 01, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the Foto Podcast! This is episode 8, the 2nd part of a three-part series with documentary photographer Richard Sharum. See more of Richard’s work at https://richardsharum.com This episode highlights one of Richard’s current projects, “American Homicide”. With immersive research and interviews, Richard explores the victims, the insular investigative ecosystem, and the rarely discussed perspectives of perpetrators and their families. Through a lens of empathy and understanding, "America...
Aug 27, 2023•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the Foto Podcast. This is episode 7, and it’s the start of a 3-part episode series with documentary photographer Richard Sharum . In this episode, Richard talks about his approach to documentary photography, why he’s passionate about creating more empathy, and how photography can help bring people together. In Part 2 and Part 3 of my conversation with Richard, we will dive deep into two of his ongoing projects. In Part 2, we will talk about his ‘American Homicide’ project, where he co...
Aug 24, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast This episode of the Foto Podcast is from a podcast I recorded with Rodney in 2012. I’ve re-edited this conversation to improve the sound quality from its original recording and reworked the audio presentation. I feel very fortunate that Rodney took the time to chat with me over ten years ago. When he unexpectedly passed in 2016, I realized how lucky I was to be able to spend a brief amount of time with him. Rodney was incredibly kind to me through our email exchanges, this recording, and a short...
May 11, 2023•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast This episode features Kim Høltermand. Kim is a Danish architectural photographer and the curator of Nowhere Diary. Kim and I talk about his approach to architectural photography, how he selects work to feature on Nowhere Diary, Instagram, Substack, and what the future of Nowhere Diary may lead. The amount of effort Kim puts into living a photographic life is quite impressive. He’s created a lot of educational and inspirational resources for photographers. I highly encourage you to visit the Nowh...
Apr 03, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Nancy Borowick is an internationally renowned photographer, author, teacher, and speaker, delivering over 50 speaking engagements each year around the world, bringing her personal story to universities, hospitals, oncology units, and community groups globally. Nancy graduated from the International Center of Photography and has exhibited her work in over 100 cities. Working regularly with the New York Times since 2013, Nancy has told the intimate stories of people and places from every corner of...
Feb 19, 2023•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast For this episode of the Foto Podcast, I am sharing a conversation I had with Rashod Taylor in early 2021 during a photography conference I was hosting. In Rashod’s work, you’ll find themes of race, culture, family, and Legacy. He often photographs his son, family, and friends during everyday life. Rashod frequently uses large format cameras and also teaches others how to do wet plate photography. Rashod has exhibited and published his work across the United States and internationally. The Museum...
Feb 05, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the Foto Podcast! We are building a new image sharing platform for photographers, artists, curators, and creatives.This episode is an interview with Deanna Dikeman where we discuss her book "Leaving and Waving'.Visit her website at https://deannadikeman.com/ Get full access to Foto at fotoapp.substack.com/subscribe
Nov 08, 2022•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the Foto Podcast. We are building a new photography platform that is image and data-centric. This first episode includes the latest Foto News, an introduction to Michael Howard, and what is next for Foto. Get full access to Foto at fotoapp.substack.com/subscribe
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