Nick Church and Steve Vaughan host The Photography Pod, a show for both working professional photographers and enthusiast snappers. Nick and Steve are professio...
The Photography and Video Show 2025 - Meet the team behind the show!
Send us a textThe Photography and Video Show is the UK's largest imaging exhibition and show. In this, the first of several episodes of The Photography Pod as part of the build up to the show, Steve and Nick's guests are Ruth Folkard, Event Director and Hazel Soper, Group Marketing Manager, of Future, the company behind the Photography and Video Show. Ruth and Hazel discuss with Nick and Steve:Why this year's show has moved to London ExCelThe process for selecting the talks and speakers for the eventThe resurgence of analogue photography and showcasing film at the eventWhat goes into planning and marketing such a major eventThe importance of community in the photography worldNick announces his new photography training venture The Nick Church Academy, whilst Steve ventures north of the border for some photography and the occasional beer. Nick has two talks at this year's show; What matters to our clients? Spoiler, its not what you think! Monday March 10th 3pmPhotography business myth busters! Tuesday March 11th 11am. The Photography and Video Show (TPS) 2025 https://www.photographyshow.com/Steve and Nick also review the entrants for this month's photo challenge, "Winter"Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotographyAny technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording
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How to Photograph Gardens - Jason Ingram
Send us a textIn this episode of the Photography Pod, hosts Nick Church and Steve Vaughan chat with garden photographer Jason Ingram about his journey into photography, the challenges of capturing gardens, and the importance of light and weather in his work. Jason shares insights into the business side of garden photography, including working with garden designers and the role of stock photography. He also discusses his upcoming book, 'How to Photograph Gardens', and offers advice for aspiring photographers looking to enter this niche.Key Takeaways:Weather plays a significant role in garden photography, often dictating when and how shoots can occur.The golden hour is crucial for capturing the best images of gardens.Most of Jason's work is commissioned by magazines and book publishers.He emphasizes the importance of building relationships with garden designers.Jason's photography often connects the garden to the food industry, showcasing the journey from garden to plate.He advises aspiring photographers to be prepared for early mornings and the challenges of the profession.Jason's book, 'How to Photograph Gardens', will be released on March 13th.Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotographyAny technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording
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Photographing for M&S and Sainsbury's - Kris Kirkham, London based food photographer
Send us a textFor the first show of 2025, Steve and Nick are back with another guest from the world of food photography. Kris Kirkham is a London based food photographer, who has worked with many of the leading brands including Sainsbury, Waitrose, M&S, Subway and Nandos. Having trained and worked as a chef for over 15 years, Kris then combined his love of photography with his passion for food, and developed a distinctive style of food and drink photography that is colourful, beautifully lit and contrasty. With over 10 years of experience and an extensive portfolio, his work is ubiquitous and you probably have seen it in magazines, advertisements and brochures. Kris tells Steve and Nick:How his training as a chef helps him understand the best way to photography foodHis approach to an shoot, using medium format cameras in his home studioHis recommendations for aspiring food photographersHis most unusual photography projectAlso in the show; Nick is having a clear out of his studio (anyone want an 80's era Instamatic?), whilst Steve is having fun on the streets of London. The guys also discuss why a leading professional album manufacturer is now selling pro level albums direct to the public. Nick also demystifies the complex topic of using music on a video production Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotographyAny technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording
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Steve and Nick's Christmas Special!
Send us a textSteve and Nick get in the Christmas spirit for this last show of 2024. Steve gets his own back on Nick for the teasing on the last show with a surprise Christmas quiz. Nick has been photographing property in Anglesey again, whilst Steve gets a telling off whilst doing street photography in London. The boys describe their dream photography Christmas present, and their resolutions for 2025. The book for the week is Wales - A Photographer's Journey by David Wilson. Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotographyAny technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording
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Cristian Barnett - Renowned food photographer
Send us a textIn this episode of the Photography Pod, Nick (on his own this week) speaks with renowned food photographer Cristian Barnett. They discuss Cristian's journey into photography, his techniques and equipment, the importance of creative collaboration with clients, and the role of personal projects in maintaining creativity. Cristian also shares insights into his work with high-end restaurants and notable clients such as Tom Kerridge, emphasizing the need for passion and collaboration in the art of food photography. Cristian and Nick also the impact of AI on the industry, and Cristian also described his personal projects that document the experiences of displaced individuals. He emphasizes the importance of flexibility in client relationships and the emotional weight of storytelling through photography. Cristian also reflects on the evolution of food photography and the need for photographers to adapt to changing technologies and market demands.Cristian uses the Fujifilm GFX medium format system. Cristian Barnett :Website https://cristianbarnett.com/Instgram https://www.instagram.com/crisbarnett/Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotographyAny technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording
Nick Church and Steve Vaughan host The Photography Pod, a show for both working professional photographers and enthusiast snappers. Nick and Steve are professional photographers and educators based in the UK, and welcome you to the world of photography. The show features guest interviews with photographers from all genres of photography as well as technical and gear discussions. Nick and Steve both use Sony Alpha mirrorless cameras and lenses.
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