The Adelaide Fringe Festival was in town and Paul sat down with Sydney based festival and event photographer Robert McGrath. Robert has been covering Fringe Festivals as both a photographerr for many years and has added writing to broaden his offerings. Robert’s approach is unique as he strives to get behind the canned PR that is typical in theatre, and delve deeper into the performances. This is a pivotal time for festivals and events, and Robert sees it burgeoning with opportunity. Robert’s Website: https://itsoutnow.co On Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/itsoutnow Robert’s page on his Photomotions ..read more

In a first for the podcast, Paul interviews the six members of PRISM, a group exhibition formed as part of a biennial class the Centre for Creative Photography runs. Lead by Gavin Blake, it is a heroic undertaking to bring a group of students through the process of staging a truly cohesive show. The members of PRISM are John King, Paul Watson, Alifiya Haidermota, Thomas Gloyn, Jiri Bruderhans and Geoff Borg. Paul and Kate also discuss Non Fungible Tokens (NFT), just for fun. The PRISM website: https://prismexhibition.com/home-1 Bookings for the launch event: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e ..read more

In a Skype call with Martine Perret, the conversation follows Matrine’s career and then swings from humanitarianism to photojournalism to fine art and back. Martine and her camera have worked for the United Nations for over 10 years after working for a major Australian newspaper, she is now using her art to document indigenous culture and languages. With such a strong diversity of work and a strong desire to tell others’ stories, there is much discussed. Martine Perret’s website: https://martineperret.photoshelter.com/index Martine’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martineperret/ Martine ..read more

In a long awaited sit down with one of Atkins’ web gallery partners, Paul catches up with Derek Clapham, Engineering Czar and Co-founder of Fotomerchant. Derek is a programmer who has some unique talents and has built one of the world’s best online sales tools for photographers. Derek is a force of nature with a fascinating perspective. Paul and Derek talk about online sales, inperson sales, web development and the state of the industry. Derek’s Fotomerchant website: https://folio.fotomerchant.com Derek on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekclapham/detail/recent-activity/ SPAC Confere ..read more

Leanne McPhee is Paul’s guest for this episode. Leanne is a photographer who predominantly works in the field of alternative processes. She has recently written and had published a book on the Chrysotype process. Leanne’s website: http://leannemcphee.com Leanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrysotyper/?hl=en Leanne’s book “Chrysotype” on Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/chrysotype-leanne-mcphee/book/9781138344990.html Leanne, Senior Social Innovator on TACSI: https://www.tacsi.org.au/our-people/leanne-mcphee/ Leanne on Alternative Photography website: http://www.alternativeph ..read more

This week Paul catches up with long time friend Terry Hann, one of the more innovative photographers who both works full-time running a successful photographic business  and puts a great deal of his personal time into chasing more artistic photographic pursuits. Terry has some great methods to hop yourself out a photographic rut and continue growing ..read more

This week Paul speaks with AIPP Victoria President Emily Black. Emily is a people photographer who began as a darkroom technician in photography department of News Limited press. Emily’s recent success in getting the Covid19 mask ban tweaked has given a livelihood back to many Victorian photographer ..read more

Tony Kearney Following the Shimmer theme, Paul speaks with Tony Kearney, featured artist at the 2020 Shimmer Festival. Tony is best known for his grand black and white portraits. Working in a rapid minimalist style, the photographs are a sympathetic representation of the humanity in front of his camera. Paul and Tony discuss Tony’s ‘amateur’ status, the importance of community and how his rapid technique works. Tony’s website: http://www.atomicartcompany.com At the National Portrait Gallery: https://www.portrait.gov.au/people/tony-kearney-1958 At Shimmer: https://www.onkaparingacity.com/shimme ..read more

Kelly Tunney This week Paul speaks with one of Australia’s most awarded wedding photographers, Kelly Tunney. Kelly has been on the forefront of the change to a more connected, human approach to photographing weddings. Her relationship with her subjects is paramount, and the resulting work is stellar. Kelly has been on a roller coaster these last two years, Paul and Kelly discuss the ride and what it takes to reinvigorate yourself. Kelly’s website: https://www.kellytunney.com.au Kelly’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellytunney/ Kelly’s All Grown Up Weddings: https://www.allgrownupweddin ..read more

David Hume In an other fabulous face to face chat, Paul speaks with David Hume, a visual artist showing at the 2020 Shimmer Festival. David works in paint and photography working with a strong sense of place. David has a unique perspective on art, and is tireless in chasing his objective. David on the web: http://www.davidhume.net/category/photography/ David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidhumeart/ David at Shimmer: https://www.onkaparingacity.com/shimmer/Events/On-the-Beach Ruth Tuck Art School: https://www.ruthtuckartschool.com Alice Blanch: https://www.aliceblanch.com Col ..read more