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Jeff Carlson and Kirk McElhearn discuss photography and the Apple ecosystem. We cover using an iPhone or any other camera with Apple hardware and software, and we welcome photographers to discuss their work.

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Are you following the proper rules of photography, or are you at risk of being busted by the photography police? Maybe you’re shooting photos out of focus, or introducing light leaks, or using direct flash. All of these can be considered “bad” photog... more

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Are you taking photos for yourself, or are you feeding the social media algorithms for brief dopamine hits when someone praises your images? In this episode, Kirk and Jeff ruminate on how the endless scroll of images is affecting how we enjoy and mak... more

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Daniel Agee
Publisher and co-founder of Good Fight, a photo book publishing company.
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Episode: Episode 186: A Surrender: Markus Naarttijärvi and Daniel Agee
Markus Naartijärvi
Photographer and author of the book "A Surrender".
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Episode: Episode 186: A Surrender: Markus Naarttijärvi and Daniel Agee
Quintin Lake
Photographer and author of The Perimeter
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Episode: Episode 185: Quintin Lake’s Book The Perimeter
Matthieu Kopp
Developer at CYME, creator of Peakto
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Episode: Episode 169: Peakto 2.0 with Matthieu Kopp

Hosts

Kirk McElhearn
Co-host, discusses photography and technology, focusing on Apple products and digital photography techniques.
Jeff Carlson
Co-host, discusses photography and the Apple ecosystem, engaging with amateur photographers and technology users.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • One of my Must Listen podcasts

    I find the conversations interesting and informative. They bring out many issues of interest to photographers - particularly those who work in Apple computing ecosystem.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    waldhaus1
    United States2 years ago
  • Terrific podcast

    Jeff and Kirk have a wonderful, fun and informative podcast about photography and the apple ecosystem. I look forward to every show- they are knowledgeable, affable and direct. None of the fulff which so many podcasts insert. Highly recommended to anyone interested in photography as an art/craft, as opposed to gearheads. A podcast for grownups. Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zonan
    United States2 years ago
  • Good info for photogs here

    Lots of useful information presented in a pleasant way by two guys that love photography as much as I do. Thanks guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janthephotoman
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Information

    Very informative. Interesting selection of topics. Great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cwh2007
    Germany6 years ago
  • Favorite new (to me) podcast

    I just happened to run across this podcast, and after listening to the last 3 episodes I downloaded ALL of them. They're not too long, very informative and the show notes they provide have hidden gems of links, books, tools and gadgets. A must listen to photography podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mike-dt
    United States6 years ago

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Conversations are interesting and informative, covering many issues relevant to photographers.
High-quality content without unnecessary fluff, focusing on photography as an art and craft rather than merely gear.
Listeners appreciate the friendly style of the hosts, who seem approachable and knowledgeable, making the content engaging and actionable.
Hosts bring a fun and direct approach, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced photographers.

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#247
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
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#83
Germany/Arts/Visual Arts
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#223
France/Arts/Visual Arts
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#23
Saudi Arabia/Arts/Visual Arts
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#59
Colombia/Arts/Visual Arts
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#71
Taiwan/Arts/Visual Arts

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Episode 186: A Surrender: Markus Naarttijärvi and Daniel Agee
Q: Why the title of Surrender?
The title was significant and took 18 months to finalize, resonating with the book's themes of impermanence and beauty.
Episode 186: A Surrender: Markus Naarttijärvi and Daniel Agee
Q: Markus, how long have you been taking photographs?
Markus started as a teenager and has a diverse background in photography, including military service as a photographer.

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Frequently Asked Questions About PhotoActive

What is PhotoActive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations about photography and its intersection with the Apple ecosystem dominate the content, offering insights into various photography practices, industry trends, and technological developments. Topics range from discussions on the implications of AI in photography, file formats used in modern devices, to practical tips for organizing digital photo libraries. The hosts bring personal experiences and expert interviewing into their episodes which cover both theoretical aspects of photography, like its evolving nature and authenticity, as well as technical considerations involving Apple products, enhancing the show’s appeal to a diverse audience interested in visual arts and technology. Unique episodes often feature guest photographers... more

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