The Art of Photography

The Art of Photography

Author: Ted Forbes Language: English Episodes: 100
Ted Forbes brings a lifetime of passion and expertise to The Art of Photography, a long-running video podcast that feels more like an ongoing conversation with a deeply knowledgeable friend. Released three times each week-on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays-this series consistently delivers thoughtful explorations that span the entire photographic landscape. You’ll find episodes delving into the tangible craft of the darkroom alongside discussions on the latest digital techniques, all while considering the underlying philosophy and composition that make a photograph resonate. Whether the topic is the tactile grain of film or the precision of a digital sensor, Ted approaches each subject with a curator’s eye and a practitioner’s hands-on insight. This podcast moves fluidly between the artistic, technical, and historical threads that weave photography together, offering substance for both seasoned professionals and enthusiastic newcomers. It’s that rare blend of practical advice and inspired reflection, making each installment a worthwhile investment for anyone who sees the world through a lens. The archive itself is a rich resource, a deep well of past episodes waiting to be discovered.
Episodes
The ULTIMATE PORTRAIT LENS? :: Sony 135mm f/1.8 G Master [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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The Sony 135mm f/1.8 G Master lens is the 31st lens in Sony's full-frame, e-mount lineup. I quickly fell in love with this lens - it is outstanding. Designed for longer portraits, this has some of the best optical render…
My Current Video Setup [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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I’ve used a variety of equipment to film my YouTube videos over the years but have settled in on 4 main cameras for my current workflow depending on whether I’m shooting in studio or traveling. My main studio camera http…
THIS was unexpected! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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There was a huge surprise in the mail today! I get some amazing things sent to me by viewers. Today I got two Sam Haskins books that are fabulous! Sam Haskins was a British-born, South African photographer famous for his…
Canon EOS RP :: Why? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Canon has just announced a new entry level, full frame mirrorless camera - the Canon EOS RP. The most interesting features on this new camera are the RP's small size and its price. Its the most affordable full frame mirr…
No Photography Allowed?!?! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This weekend I went to Marfa, TX to visit the Chinati Foundation. Of course, no photography allowed. I'm always the first to defend the right to photograph, but in this case I actually agree with the policy. Experiencing…
Your weekly PHOTOGRAPHY INSPIRATION [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Mail time is my favorite kind of video to do. You people send me photography books that inspire me - hope they will inspire you too. In this video: Nicola Olic Jared Q Gerlach Rebecca Santerre @opticaltexture Jeremy Gree…
Minimalism [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This weekend I'm headed to Marfa, TX. Why? The main reason is Donald Judd. Judd is one of the leading minimilist artists from the 1970's and 1980's. While working in New York City, he started purchasing property in West…
Panasonic S1, S1R :: First Impressions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Panasonic has officially debuted the first 2 mirrorless cameras for its full frame, mirrorless L mount - the Panasonic S1 and S1R. Or at least they sponsored an event which had cameras that sort of worked. Despite the la…
Switching to an iPad for PHOTO and VIDEO editing?!? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Can I actually use my iPhone and my iPad Pro to replace work that I do on my iMac? The bulk of the work I do on a computer centers around photography and video. The idea of working on mobile is attractive to me because I…
Fired from CANON! The Instagram Problem [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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A recent video and article have been going around recently claiming a photographer was dropped from a job for Canon because she didn't have 50,000 followers on Instagram. This video really got my attention - in fact, it…