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Real Photo Show with Michael Chovan-Dalton

Michael Chovan-Dalton
Photography
Chico Review
Children's Books
Art History
Photographic Illustration
Photojournalism
Diversity In Literature
Wedding Photography
Heavenly Arms
Covid-19
Book Publishing
Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Hong Kong
Early Photography
History Of Children's Literature
Clint Woodside
Charcoal Book Club
Filter Photo
Art Community
Exhibitions

Real Photo Show with Michael Chovan-Dalton is a podcast about photographers and the related arts.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes268Founded11 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Photographer, filmmaker, and educator, Tanya Marcuse joins Real Photo Show with Michael Chovan-Dalton to discuss several shows and bodies of work including, Woven/Deer - An Ecological Tapestry at CPW in Kingston NY, Book Of Miracles at The Hyde Colle... more

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2026 Chico Attendees Series

Photographer Matt Cosby joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to talk about his work that explores the idea of the American Dream as it has changed over time.

Matt Cosby is a freelance photographer spec... more

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2026 Chico Attendees Series

Photojournalist and entrepreneur Jeremy Garamond joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to share his series on the Himba People of Namibia and we discuss his Save Reporter association that offers insurance... more

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2026 Chico Attendees Series

Photographer and Cinematographer, Andrew Aiello joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to talk about his exploration of isolation and narrative in photography and his amazing experiences at the Chico Revie... more

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Recent Guests

Tanya Marcuse
Photographer, filmmaker and educator whose work explores the imperiled natural world
Bard College
Episode: Photographer, filmmaker, and educator, Tanya Marcuse joins Real Photo Show with Michael Chovan-Dalton to discuss several shows and bodies of work including, Woven/Deer - An Ecological Tapestry at CPW
Matt Cosby
Freelance photographer specializing in editorial work, music and portraiture.
Episode: Photographer Matt Cosby joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to talk about his work that explores the idea of the American Dream as it has changed over time.
Jeremy Garamond
French photojournalist, entrepreneur and co-founder of Save Reporter
Save Reporter
Episode: Photojournalist and entrepreneur Jeremy Garamond joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to share his series on the Himba People of Namibia and we discuss his Save Reporter association.
Andrew Aiello
Los Angeles-based photographer and cinematographer who works with film and digital photography
Episode: Photographer and Cinematographer, Andrew Aiello joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to talk about his exploration of isolation and narrative in photography
Neil Selkirk
British-born photographer, printer, filmmaker, author, and authorized printer for the Diane Arbus estate
Episode: Photographer, printer, filmmaker, and author, Neil Selkirk, joins Michael Chovan-Dalton to discuss his new book, Why Photographs (a book without photographs) Warbler Press
Matt Jacob
Pilot turned self-taught photographer invited onto the show to discuss his work and Chico Review participation
2026 Chico Review
Episode: Photographer, pilot, and podcaster Matt Jacob joins Michael from the 2026 Chico Review to talk about making work that explores personal challenges and his love of meeting people and always learning
Lisa Jayne Cramer
Photographer showcasing personal work tied to a 40-year story and the Chico Review project
Chico Review, Penumbra Foundation (LTP program)
Episode: Photographer Lisa Jayne Cramer joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to talk about some very personal work involving relationship, grief, and reconciliation.
Bill Ellis
Photographer focused on personal narrative and romance in photography
2026 Chico Review
Episode: Photographer Bill Ellis joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to talk about his series, Tiger Has Loved.
Dan Bassini
Photographer and publisher, No Invite project creator
No Invite / photographer
Episode: No Invite: Ten Years of Capturing Fashion Week by Any Means Necessary - A Retrospective by Dan Bassini

Hosts

Michael Chovan-Dalton
Host of Real Photo Show with expertise in photography and discourse around photographers and publishing.
Julia Colonna
Co-host contributing to interviews and show discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Amazing photo podcast

    It’s hard not to love Michael and his dedication to everything photography. I true educator. Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    heaktth.
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing Podcast

    Keep going, very much needed oral history for the field of photography now and will be amazing archive in the future!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Atratpat
    United States7 years ago
  • “The Real MFA”

    Michael, who I have never met, connects and reconnects me to an array of new contemporary artists working through the lens and through photography, as well as many artists from the photography hall of fame. I find the candor and openness to discuss personal histories informative, refreshing, reassuring and inspiring. I think an alternative show title could be, “The Real MFA”. Thank you Michael and SVA for sharing this podcast with the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fla-70
    United States7 years ago
  • Great show for amateurs and pros alike

    The show features in depth interviews with a broad variety of photography professionals. The subjects selected are diverse, as is their work, and the host asks the kind of questions that get them to open up about the creative process. A good choice for people who want to take deep dives, but if you are just looking for photography tops and tricks it won’t be useful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hollykatharine
    United States9 years ago
  • Varied and interesting

    After listening to nearly all the episodes, I think the best part is the way they let such a diverse range of photographers really be themselves and talk openly about their work without judgment. Intelligent questions without being condescending or judgmental. Looking forward to more. How is Kai still single?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    photonogo
    United States10 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience responds well to the balance of technicalcraft and personal storytelling.
Many appreciate the show's focus on publishing, photobooks, and archival work, distinguishing it from more surface-level photography content.
Listeners praise in-depth, thoughtful conversations with diverse photographers.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#233
United States/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#111
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#108
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#42
Singapore/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#76
Poland/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#102
Norway/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Photographer Matt Cosby joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to talk about his work that explores the idea of the American Dream as it has changed over time.
Q: And what work did you bring?
Cosby brought “You Remind Me of the American Dream,” a personal project about the changing promise of the American Dream, and “Ten Sleep,” a project documenting two young men running their family ranch in Wyoming.
Photographer Matt Cosby joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to talk about his work that explores the idea of the American Dream as it has changed over time.
Q: And how do you get into photography?
Cosby says photography was the only high-school class in which he earned an A, and his mother's role as the family photographer also influenced him. Seeing Danny Clinch photograph his band and pursue personal work helped shape his approach.
Photographer, filmmaker, and educator, Tanya Marcuse joins Real Photo Show with Michael Chovan-Dalton to discuss several shows and bodies of work including, Woven/Deer - An Ecological Tapestry at CPW
Q: Is it the way you were raised, experiences in your life that do give you this almost forensic scientist kind of comfort level with mortality, death, decay?
Marcuse says she cannot fully explain her comfort with death and decay, but attending to these subjects has become a serious part of her practice. She connects it to earlier projects, including photographing a slaughterhouse, and says her work can be both devotional and transgressive.
Photographer, filmmaker, and educator, Tanya Marcuse joins Real Photo Show with Michael Chovan-Dalton to discuss several shows and bodies of work including, Woven/Deer - An Ecological Tapestry at CPW
Q: Were you raised Catholic or do you think about that kind of spirituality? Or is it much more that Emerson Thoreau kind of transcendentalism?
Marcuse says she was raised by committed atheists and was not raised Catholic. Her work draws on early religious imagery and her long-standing interest in medieval and early Renaissance art, while exploring mortality, impermanence and experiences she finds difficult to put into words.
Photojournalist and entrepreneur Jeremy Garamond joins Michael Chovan-Dalton from the 2026 Chico Review to share his series on the Himba People of Namibia and we discuss his Save Reporter association.
Q: What kind of involvement do you have with communities and society in your work? Is it assignments or work you initiate yourself?
Garamond works on assignments and independent projects, including a long-term series on the Himba people in Namibia, work with the Hijra community in India, a project in Madagascar, and photographs of coastal erosion in France.

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A thoughtful, in-depth interview series focused on photographers and related visual arts practices. Episodes center on personal projects, process, and publishing—from documentary and darkroom photography to photobooks and archival work—often framed by the guests' regional influences, heritage, and collaborative ecosystems. A standout aspect is the strong emphasis on craft, mentorship, and community spaces (like publishing collectives and residencies), making it a compelling listening option for professionals and enthusiasts who want to understand the intersection of artistic practice, memory, and place. The show frequently features guests who are navigating bookmaking, collaborations, and critical discussions about ethics and history in pho... more

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1. Tanya Marcuse
2. Matt Cosby
3. Jeremy Garamond
4. Andrew Aiello
5. Neil Selkirk
6. Matt Jacob
7. Lisa Jayne Cramer
8. Bill Ellis

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