Problem With Perfection Matt Richtel is a Pulitzer Prize winning New York Times writer and journalist from San Francisco, USA. He's also the author of ten books, including New York Times best selling A Deadly Wandering and Inspire: Understanding Creativity. A Journey Through Art, Science, and the Soul which addresses the science of creativity. Matt obtained his bachelor's degree from the University of California at Berkeley and an MS from the Columbia School of Journalism. He co-created and formerly wrote the syndicated comic strip, Rudy Park under the pen name Theron Heir. Topics Richard and Matt discuss: • Matt's recent visit to the Galápagos Islands • Matt asks Richard about his interest in creativity and inspiration • Charles Shultz and Peanuts • Matt's struggles through his twenties and finding his inspiration • How to be creative • Give permission • The "4th Grade Slump" • Audacity • Creativity through parenting • Be imperfect • Take a nap • Authenticity • Creativity versus commercial sucesss • Song time And much more. Notable Links Matt Richtel 's Website Matt Richtel's New York Times page Inspire: Understanding Creativity. A Journey Through Art, Science, and the Soul How to Be Creative ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I’ve tried all of them, but in recent years I’ve landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
the Creative and Artistic Rut Art Wolfe is an American nature, wildlife, and cultural photographer who travels the world leading photography workshops and creating award-winning images for his dozens of books. His photography career spans five decades and covers every continent on Earth. Art graduated from the University of Washington with degrees in fine art and art education. Art is the proud recipient of the Nature’s Best Photographer of the Year Award, the North American Nature Photography Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award and Fine Art in Nature Photography Award, as well as the Photographic Society of America’s Progress Medal for his contribution to the advancement of the art and science of photography. Art also received the coveted Alfred Eisenstaedt Magazine Photography Award. Topics Richard and Art discuss: • Creating Books: how and why? • Why printed books have such an enduring quality • Art’s newest book, ‘Wild Lives’ • Art’s first photograph • Being a photography generalist • Alaskan brown bears • Thoughts on cropping • What makes a wildlife photo with impact? • Eye contact • Rainforests • Avoiding the creative and artistic rut And much more. Notable Links: ‘Wild Lives: The World’s Most Extraordinary Wildlife’ on Amazon Art Wolfe Website Art Wolfe Instagram ***** This episode was brought to you by Luminar Neo. Powered by AI technologies, Luminar Neo streamlines the editing process and provides everything you could possibly need to get photos that will look amazing on the screen and in print. Luminar Neo was designed for both hobbyists and pros and includes cutting-edge editing tools – all in one intuitive and easy-to-use app. Luminar uses generative AI to intelligently analyze your photos and erase distracting elements in your compositions, add realistic objects that seamlessly blend into the background, or expand the frame in any direction. If that’s not your thing, Luminar is still one of the most powerful photo editors for natural and realistic images too. Luminar Neo has all the features you need to enhance your images with precision and ease. You can use Luminar Neo as a standalone app on your PC or Mac computer or as a plugin for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, so you can keep your existing workflow. Learn more about Luminar Neo and how it can amplify your creative vision for your photos by visiting skylum.com. ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I’ve tried all of them, but in recent years I’ve landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
Superpower Matthieu Paley is a French photographer who has traveled the world working for National Geographic magazine. Focusing his efforts on regions that are misrepresented and misunderstood, he is committed to issues relating to diminishing cultures and the environment. Matthieu is the the recipient of numerous awards and has published several books of his work and his fine art images have been exhibited in galleries worldwide, including museums. He is regularly commissioned for commercial photography campaigns, photo workshops and speaking engagements around the world. He currently is living with his family in Portugal. Topics Richard and Matthieu discuss: • The Portugal fire • Pakistan • Cultural customs • Languages • “Hold you beliefs lightly” • Cultural immersion • A photography gear minimalist • Breaking down stereotypes • The Pamir Region of Afghanistan • Donkey stories • The concept of “home” And much more. Notable Links: Matthieu Paley Website Matthieu Paley Instagram ***** This episode was brought to you by Luminar Neo. Powered by AI technologies, Luminar Neo streamlines the editing process and provides everything you could possibly need to get photos that will look amazing on the screen and in print. Luminar Neo was designed for both hobbyists and pros and includes cutting-edge editing tools – all in one intuitive and easy-to-use app. Luminar uses generative AI to intelligently analyze your photos and erase distracting elements in your compositions, add realistic objects that seamlessly blend into the background, or expand the frame in any direction. If that’s not your thing, Luminar is still one of the most powerful photo editors for natural and realistic images too. Luminar Neo has all the features you need to enhance your images with precision and ease. You can use Luminar Neo as a standalone app on your PC or Mac computer or as a plugin for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, so you can keep your existing workflow. Learn more about Luminar Neo and how it can amplify your creative vision for your photos by visiting skylum.com. ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I’ve tried all of them, but in recent years I’ve landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
Rick Sammon is an American photographer of many decades. He's a tireless, prolific and inspirational image maker and one of the most active photographers working today. He divides his time between creating images, leading photo workshops, making personal appearances, and writing books - always educating, creating and inspiring people. He's also incorporated smartphone photography into his professional work, which is the primary topic of the conversation. Topics Richard and Rick discuss: • Embracing smartphone photography? The pros and cons. • Why the conversion? • Rick's recent projects and travels exclusively using the phone as an imaging tool. • The stigma of a professional photographer using a phone as an imaging tool. • Image quality • The biggest problem with phone photography • Post processing with phone images. How is it different? • Phone apps and software. • Apple and Samsung are driving imaging innovation. • Elitist thinking • Phones and AI art And much more. Notable Links: Rick Sammon Photography Website Rick Sammon on Instagram Rick Sammon on Twitter/X Rick and Susan Sammon's iPhone Photo Experience Rick Sammon's Online Classes Rick's Phone Apps for Photography: Snapseed Distressed FX REEHELD - for hand-held long exposures EvenLonger - for even longer hand-held exposures PS Express PS Camera Dramatic BW Lightroom ***** This episode was brought to you by Luminar Neo. Powered by AI technologies, Luminar Neo streamlines the editing process and provides everything you could possibly need to get photos that will look amazing on the screen and in print. Luminar Neo was designed for both hobbyists and pros and includes cutting-edge editing tools - all in one intuitive and easy-to-use app. Luminar uses generative AI to intelligently analyze your photos and erase distracting elements in your compositions, add realistic objects that seamlessly blend into the background, or expand the frame in any direction. If that's not your thing, Luminar is still one of the most powerful photo editors for natural and realistic images too. Luminar Neo has all the features you need to enhance your images with precision and ease. You can use Luminar Neo as a standalone app on your PC or Mac computer or as a plugin for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, so you can keep your existing workflow. Learn more about Luminar Neo and how it can amplify your creative vision for your photos by visiting skylum.com. ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
Peter Gros and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant are hosts of the new Mutual of Omaha’s “Wild Kingdom Protecting The Wild’ TV show airing on NBC, which is the successor to the classic Wild Kingdom that aired on the same network from 1963 – 1988. Peter Gros was a host from the original series during episodes in the 1980s and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant is a National Geographic Explorer and research faculty member at the University of California – Santa Barbara. Wild Kingdom is one of the most beloved wildlife programs in the history of television. The new series highlights stories of wildlife and wildlife conservation from around the world. Topics Richard, Peter and Dr. Rae discuss: • Contrasts and similarities between the new and old series • The ‘Wild Kingdom’ legacy • Peter’s relationship with Marlin Perkins and Jim Fowler • Dr. Rae’s reaction to learning she was named the iconic show’s co-host • The show’s balance between entertainment and education. • The conservation message • The show’s lasting relationship to Mutual of Omaha • The challenge of appealing to a newer audience with more viewing options • Dr. Rae’s inspiring message to young black women • Dr Rae’s new book, ‘Wild Life: Finding My Purpose in an Untamed World’ • Dream destinations for future episodes • A message of hope And much more. Notable Links: Wild Kingdom Website Wild Kingdom YouTube Channel NBC.com Streaming on Peacock ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I’ve tried all of them, but in recent years I’ve landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
Camera, and Perfect Travel Coffee John Stanmeyer is an award-winning photographer, filmmaker, and educator, dedicated to social, humanitarian, and political issues that define our times. For more than than 20 years, John has worked nearly exclusively with National Geographic Magazine, producing more than 18 stories, resulting in more than 14 covers. Between the years of 1998 and 2008, John was a contract photographer for TIME magazine. His years with TIME resulted in 18 cover images and 100 plus stories. John is the recipient of numerous honors, including the prestigious Robert Capa Award, Magazine Photographer of the Year, and the World Press Photo of the year, among others. Topics Richard and John discuss: • A start in fashion photography - a failure? • Biggest lesson learned while working with National Geographic • How much preparation and research is enough? • The power of "I Don't Know" • Seeing with a child's mind • "I'm bored with photography" • How to reset when not inspired • Putting down the camera • Meeting Mother Teresa • The perfect travel coffee • Travel accessories And much more. Notable Links: John Stanmeyer Website John Stanmeyer Instagram ***** This episode was brought to you by Luminar Neo. Powered by AI technologies, Luminar Neo streamlines the editing process and provides everything you could possibly need to get photos that will look amazing on the screen and in print. Luminar Neo was designed for both hobbyists and pros and includes cutting-edge editing tools - all in one intuitive and easy-to-use app. Luminar uses generative AI to intelligently analyze your photos and erase distracting elements in your compositions, add realistic objects that seamlessly blend into the background, or expand the frame in any direction. If that's not your thing, Luminar is still one of the most powerful photo editors for natural and realistic images too. Luminar Neo has all the features you need to enhance your images with precision and ease. You can use Luminar Neo as a standalone app on your PC or Mac computer or as a plugin for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, so you can keep your existing workflow. Learn more about Luminar Neo and how it can amplify your creative vision for your photos by visiting skylum.com. ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
Dr. Tom Smith is a professor at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah where he studies human-wildlife conflicts, particularly involving all three species of North American bears and mountain sheep. He also worked with the United States government in southwestern Alaska where he served from 1992-2006 as a research biologist for the National Park Service and USGS. Topics Richard and Dr. Smith discuss: • Precautions before entering bear country. • Bear Spray versus a gun • Grizzlies and brown bears • Black bears • Polar bears • A fed bear is a dead bear • How to avoid a bear attack • What to do if you're being mauled • Why you should never take a dog into bear country • Timothy Treadwell and Alaska • The importance of a peaceful coexistence with bears And much more. ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
Mike Olbinski is a Phoenix, Arizona-based storm chasing and extreme weather photographer and cinematographer. His passion is capturing extreme weather events like tornados, haboobs, supercells, and lightning events on camera and stunning cinematic time lapse videos. Topics Richard and Mike discuss: A Texas tornado that was one of Mike's 2023 highlightsWhat is an haboob and how are they created?Mike's career-altering haboobSupercells and mesocyclonesStorm chasing and risk takingThe dangers of wet roadsDo storm chasers root for storms?Weather apps for storm chasersTime lapse videosNot your typical storm-chasing wedding photographerAnd much more. Notable Links: Mike Olbinski Website Mike Olbinski Instagram Mike Olbinski You Tube Channel Storm Photos of the Year RadarScope Weather App RadarOmega GR Level 3 LR Timelapse ***** This episode was brought to you by Luminar Neo. Luminar Neo helps photographers with everything needed to edit and process photos that look amazing on the screen and in print. Luminar Neo was designed for hobbyists and pros alike and includes the most effective AI-powered editing tools and extensions all in one intuitive and easy-to-use app. You can use Luminar Neo as a standalone app on Windows and Mac computers or as a plugin for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop so you can keep your existing workflow while having access to powerful editing tools you just can’t find anywhere else. Learn more about Luminar Neo and how it can help you improve your creativity in photo editing by visiting the Skylum website. ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
This episode was recorded with my friend, Matt Payne as we made a wild crossing of the Drake Passage last month. We were returning to Ushuaia, Argentina after a 21-day voyage to Antarctica where we encountered amazing scenery and wildlife, including the "impossible" emperor penguin on ice flows in the Weddell Sea. This was an unscripted, unstructured conversation where we essentially interviewed each other. I was fighting seasickness and basically doing my best to stay upright during the conversation. It was a rollicking good time and a fun listen. Matt Payne is a mountain climber and fine art nature and landscape photographer living in Durango, Colorado, as well as a fellow Muench Workshops pro. Topics includes: Stories from AntarcticaSeasickness and getting sickThe AvalancheHow does exhaustion effect creativity?Matt's epic Colorado Trail thru-hikeDiscussion on photography workshopsIntroverts and extrovertsAdditional skills needed to be a photography proLearning compositionAnd more... Notable Links: Matt Payne's Website Matt's Colorado Trail Gallery F-Stop Collaborate and Listen Podcast Muench Workshops The Polar Pioneer ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
Ami Vitale is a National Geographic photographer, Nikon Ambassador, writer, speaker and documentary filmmaker. She's a traveler to more than 100 countries and the recipient of numerous awards for her photography, including Magazine Photographer & International Photographer of the Year, the Daniel Pearl Award for Outstanding Reporting, and a six-time award recipient from World Press Photos. Ami is also a founder of a non-profit called Vital Impacts, a women-led, non-profit which uses art and storytelling to support people and organizations who are protecting our planet. Topics Richard and Ami discuss: Ami's beginnings as a photo editor at the Associated PressHer first National Geographic assignmentAmi's transition from war photographer to wildlife and the environmentStorytelling versus fine artSeeing with your heart versus seeing with your eyesAmi's non-profit, Vital Impacts Giant panda assignment in ChinaAuthentic, solution-based storytelling.Books that inspireAnd much more. Notable Links: Ami Vitale Website Ami Vitale Instagram Vital Impacts Panda Love: The Secret Lives of Pandas Ami's photo of "Sudan," the last Northern White Rhino ***** This episode was brought to you by Luminar Neo. Luminar Neo helps photographers with everything needed to edit and process photos that look amazing on the screen and in print. Luminar Neo was designed for hobbyists and pros alike and includes the most effective AI-powered editing tools and extensions all in one intuitive and easy-to-use app. You can use Luminar Neo as a standalone app on Windows and Mac computers or as a plugin for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop so you can keep your existing workflow while having access to powerful editing tools you just can’t find anywhere else. Learn more about Luminar Neo and how it can help you improve your creativity in photo editing by visiting the Skylum website.
Hanne Strager is a Danish biologist, whale researcher, and author of the award-winning book, The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas and A Modest Genius: The Story of Darwin’s Life and How His Ideas Changed Everything. Hanne co-founded Norway's Andenes Whale Center and has served as the Director of Exhibitions at the Natural History Museum of Denmark. In this episode, Hanne and Richard talk about her newest book, Killer Whale Journals, and the relationships humans have had with orcas over the past many decades. Topics includes: The spark that ignited Hanne's interest in orcas.Hanne's epiphany on the seas of NorwayKiller whale or orca?Orca cultureBombs and a massacre in IcelandOrcas in captivityThe Whale JailSeattle's orphaned orcaTwofold bay and Old TomThe orcas sighting that brought Hanne to tearsAnd more. Notable Links: Hanne Strager Website Hanne Strager Instagram Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas on Amazon ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
William Neill is an American landscape and nature photographer, writer and teacher. He’s been a resident of the Yosemite National Park area since 1977, and his award-winning photography has been widely published in books, magazines, calendars, posters, and his limited-edition prints. For about 30 years, William wrote a monthly column in Outdoor Photographer magazine. The conversation this episode focuses on William's new book, Yosemite: Sanctuary in Stone, the wonder of Yosemite National Park, and the approach William takes when creating images in the feild. Topics Richard and William discuss: William's life and work in Yosemite.Working with Ansel Adams.What hasn't already been photographed in Yosemite?What Yosemite has taught William as an artist.How Yosemite: Sanctuary in Stone is different from his other Yosemite books.A complicated relationship with Tunnel View.Richard's favorite images from the book and why.Being a "receptor for inspiration" when in the field.What makes a good photo?What gets William excited!And much more. Notable Links: Link to Book: Yosemite: Sanctuary in Stone Website Instagram Facebook Twitter/X ***** This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters. Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment. And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit. beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10 Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.
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