Photography Matters

Gordon Parks: The Renaissance Behind the Lens – If you’ve ever wondered what it means to rise above your circumstances, to carve beauty from hardship, or to tell truth with nothing but a camera in your hands… then today’s episode is one you won’t want to miss. We’re about to spend some time with the … The post Gordon Parks: The Renaissance Behind the Lens appeared first on Photography Matters.

Is Black & White photography still relevant? That question has echoed through my mind more than once. And I know I’m not alone. In this week’s podcast episode, we take a slow, thoughtful walk through that very question — one that touches every artist’s soul at some point in their journey. Is Black & White … The post Is Black & White Photography Still Relevant? appeared first on Photography Matters.

Peter Lindbergh: Beauty Without Illusion – Every once in a while, someone comes along who changes the way we see. Not just what’s in front of us… but what’s within us. Peter Lindbergh was one of those rare souls. He wasn’t interested in the kind of beauty you find on a magazine rack or tucked … The post Peter Lindbergh: Beauty Without Illusion appeared first on Photography Matters.

The Value of Space – They say a picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes… it’s the silence between the words that tells the real story. The Value of Space In this episode of The Value of Space, we’re invited to slow down, breathe a little deeper, and look again. Not at the subject, … The post EP 151 – The Value of Space appeared first on Photography Matters.

There are some photographers who take pictures… and then there are those who change the way the world sees. David Bailey is one of the latter. In this episode of Photography Matters, we journey into the life and lens of a man who didn’t just document an era—he defined it. Born in East London in … The post EP 150 – David Bailey: Capturing Souls, Not Smiles appeared first on Photography Matters.

In this episode of the podcast, we explore the soulful artistry of legendary photographer and filmmaker Bruce Weber. Known for his iconic black-and-white fashion photography for Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, and Vanity Fair, Weber stood alongside greats like Peter Lindbergh and Herb Ritts—photographers who didn’t just capture style, but captured soul. What set Bruce apart … The post EP 149 – Through the Lens: Bruce Weber, Soul Behind the Frame appeared first on Photography Matters.

In a world flooded with fast media and fleeting images, there’s something timeless about the work of Robert Doisneau. His photographs weren’t just pictures — they were stories, full of humor, heart, and humanity. In this episode, we step into the poetic streets of mid-century Paris and explore the life and legacy of one of … The post EP 148 – Robert Doisneau – The Golden Age of Photography appeared first on Photography Matters.

Welcome back to Photography Matters. In today’s episode, we’re exploring a surprising truth: one of the best ways to grow as a photographer… is to teach. You don’t need to be an expert—just a little further down the path than someone else. I’ll share stories, lessons, and a few metaphors that helped me realize how … The post EP 147 – If You Want To Be A Better Photographer, Be A Teacher appeared first on Photography Matters.

In a city that never sleeps, Saul Leiter found stillness. While mid-century New York pulsed with noise and energy, Leiter captured its quieter truths—moments slipping between raindrops, reflections in fogged windows, lovers in soft morning light. His photographs weren’t loud declarations, but whispered stories full of color, intimacy, and grace. In this episode, we explore … The post EP 146 – Saul Leiter: The Quiet Poet of Photography appeared first on Photography Matters.

In the heart of Manhattan’s flower district during the late 1950s and early 60s, a crumbling loft at 821 Sixth Avenue became an unlikely sanctuary for some of the greatest jazz musicians in history. Behind its battered doors, photographer W. Eugene Smith created an extraordinary archive of sound and image — a hidden world where … The post EP 145 – The Jazz Loft Project – W. Eugene Smith’s Secret World appeared first on Photography Matters.