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 Alternate Take :: Steve McCurry's Afghan Girl Revisited [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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In researching further about Steve McCurry's Afghan Girl, I found an interesting alternate take of the image as well as the story behind the photograph. When we're talking about the photographer's intention, this becomes…
Minimalist COLOR in your photographs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Lets talk again about photographing with intent. In this video I want to talk about what happens in front of your lens and how you can get really effective results by limiting your color palette. Steve McCurry's Afghan g…
What is the photographers intention? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Intention is the point of all photography. How do you intend for your work to look? The intention of the photographer starts with the idea, concept and composition of the image and its carried all the way through to the…
The Sony RX100 VI is going to be AWESOME! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Sony has just announced the latest compact camera in the RX100 lineup - the Sony RX100 VI. I have owned every model since the RX100 III so I am super excited about what's coming. The major additions are the longer lens,…
HASSELBLAD to BRODOVITCH [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Some cool stuff in the mail I want to share with you guys today! Hasselblad 21mm f/4 Ultra Wide Angle Lens, Lensmate Thumbgrip for the Fujifilm X-E3 as well as a rare and brilliant book by Alexey Brodovitch called Ballet…
I'M SORRY [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Last week I released a video for the artist series and then a few hours later I had to delete it. I want to talk about why. It won't happen again. Also coming - photo assignments will be returning soon - thank you for yo…
In photography there are NO rules [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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In photography, there are no rules. Kevin Raber and I sat down at the Sony Kando 2.0 event and had a fun discussion about all things mirrorless and the most important thing in photography - you and having fun! Subscribe…
Sony Kando 2.0 :: Photography Creative Getaway [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Sony Kando 2.0 is described by Sony as "Your most inspiring and fulfilling creative experience this year." Kando 2.0 brings together Sony Artisans, Sony Collective members as well as press and it is open to the public. I…
Photography from Iran [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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I got a letter from a photographer in Tehran who watches my videos. I was really touched by not only the letter but the photographs that were sent and the meaning behind them. AOP Shirts: https://aop.threadless.com/ Musi…
They sent me QUESTIONS?!? :: Photography Q&A [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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While sorting mail for the last video, I recognized a trend of Q&A questions that people have been sending me via snail mail. So why not share them here! Thanks to everyone who sent in questions. I hope I'm able to give…