The Archipelago PhotogrAphy Podcast

Interviews & Inspiration For Photographers.

Join me as I chat with inspiring folks connected to the photography industry, from around the world.
Brought to you by Archipelago Presets.

Episode 45 - David Ulrich Interview
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Episode 45 - David Ulrich Interview

Photographer David Ulrich is author of several books, including his newest release: 'The Mindful Photographer - Awake in the world with a camera'.

David's new book shows how photography can be an inner practice, that leads you, more fully into a rich engagement with the world, and a platform for sharing your questions, observations, and discoveries.
It’s both a way of light and a way of life.

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Episode 44 - Joe McNally Interview
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Episode 44 - Joe McNally Interview

Joe McNally has been writing a book for the last two years. He’s been thinking about it for the last five. And living it for the last 40, as an internationally acclaimed photographer whose award-winning work has appeared in numerous magazines, including National Geographic, Time, LIFE, Sports Illustrated, and more.
The Real Deal: Field Notes from the Life of a Working Photographer, is a collection of candid “field notes”—some short, some quite long—gathered over time that, together, become an intimate look behind the lens at a photographer who has pretty much seen and done it all.

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Episode 43 - Alex Stoddard Interview
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Episode 43 - Alex Stoddard Interview

Alex Stoddard is a conceptual portrait photographer living in Los Angeles, California.
He explores concepts of fantasy and surrealism within portraiture, as well as the human form and its connection to nature. He is entirely self-taught and relies on his eye and natural instinct when creating.
Alex has also just released his debut book titled INSEX, in which he explores the parallels between metamorphosis in the natural world and human coming-of-age.

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Episode 42 - Lori Grace Bailey Interview
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Episode 42 - Lori Grace Bailey Interview

Lori Grace Bailey is a storm chaser.
An extraordinary photographer, she chases supercell storms and tornados in the mid-west, haboobs or sandstorms in the southwest, and elusive sprites, creating breathtaking photographs and timelapse images of these incredible phenomena.

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Episode 41 - Peter Hurley Interview
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Episode 41 - Peter Hurley Interview

Peter Hurley hardly needs an introduction.
An Olympic rower, turned model, turned world-renowned headshot photographer & author, he now shares his knowledge through leading workshops and speaking engagements around the world.
Founder of the Headshot Crew, his influence & style has inspired thousands of photographers globally.

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Episode 40 - Quintavius Oliver
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Episode 40 - Quintavius Oliver

Quintavius Oliver is an Atlanta based fine art and documentary photographer who uses his engaging portraits as a means of self exploration and sensitive storytelling.
Quintavius has made it his mission to see and photograph people honestly and wholly as he creates a safe space for self-expression and vulnerability through his passion for photography.

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Episode 39 - Darren Goldstein
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Episode 39 - Darren Goldstein

Toronto-based Darren Goldstein works as a Unit Still Photographer for TV & Film productions.
Darren has photographed hundreds of music, film and Television stars like Amy Winehouse, Adele, Drake, Lady Gaga, and Bradley Cooper, to name a few.
He specializes in unit and gallery photography for Television shows, and some of Darren’s clients also include athletic and luxury corporate brands like Adidas & Ralph Lauren, production companies like Proper TV & Cineflix, and broadcasters like Bell Media, Rogers & CBC.

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Episode 38 - Gulnara Samoilova
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Episode 38 - Gulnara Samoilova

Gulnara Samoilova is a street and fine art photographer based in New York City and the founder of @WomenStreetPhotographers Instagram feed.
Gulnara is a former Associated Press photojournalist and received national and international awards for her iconic photographs from 9/11, including first prize in the most prestigious World Press Photo competition in Amsterdam and nomination for the Pulitzer Prize by the AP. 
With 40 years combined experience as a documentary photographer, artist, darkroom printer, photojournalist, and a photo editor, Gulnara employs her experience and qualifications to research and curate an impressive body of work by women photographers from around the globe.
Her first book "Women Street Photographers" by Prestel Publishing was released on March 2, 2021.

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Episode 37 - Bryan Caporicci
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Episode 37 - Bryan Caporicci

Bryan Caporicci is a photographer, educator, host of the Business of Photography Podcast, and the CEO of Sprout Studio.
Bryan wears many hats, and so it is no surprise that he runs Sprout Studio, a management suite that helps photographers get their time back, and streamline their business.
With client management & scheduling, galleries, album proofing, email marketing & more, it really is the secret weapon that will help photographers make a living doing what they love.

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Episode 36 - Rachel Greiman
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Episode 36 - Rachel Greiman

Rachel Greiman is a copywriter & photographer, and the founder of Green Chair Stories.
Rachel has created a business helping photographers find their voice, and build better copy for their websites & client interactions.
In this interview we chat about intention, feelings, and other concepts that will help photographers not only create amazing client experiences, but truly stand out in this sea of sameness.

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Episode 35 - Adam Ferguson
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Episode 35 - Adam Ferguson

Adam Ferguson is an Australian photographer, a member of the VII Photo Agency and a contributor to The New York Times, Time Magazine and National Geographic, among others.
A true visual storyteller, his work has won numerous awards and much recognition, and is always thougthful & compelling.
Adam shares some insight into his career & process, and we chat about many of his projects and assignments that have taken him from Australia to Afghanistan and beyond.

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Episode 34 - Rob Dight
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Episode 34 - Rob Dight

Rob Dight is an elopement & couples photographer based in Ireland.
Alongside being an expert in his niche, he has a passion for education that he shares with the photography community.
A proponent of the idea of the rising tide that lifts all ships, you can find Rob sharing his knowledge in his FB education group, through workshops, and the many guides he has designed to elevate the photo industry.

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Episode 33 - Faisa Omer
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Episode 33 - Faisa Omer

Faisa Omer is a studio photographer and mental health professional. She was born and raised in Ottawa, Ontario. Her parents immigrated to Canada in the early 90s to escape the Somali Civil War. Faisa's recognized work includes the "Reclaiming Ritchie" project that showcased the racial divide in the west-end Ottawa neighbourhood as well as "It's Different for Us" photo voice project with the South East Community Health Centre around south-end Ottawa neighbourhoods negatively affected by the pandemic.

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Episode 32 - Bill Wadman
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Episode 32 - Bill Wadman

Bill Wadman is a portrait photographer living in Brooklyn, New York. His images have been seen on the covers and pages of major publications, books, and galleries throughout the world.
A prolific creator, he has an endless curiosity that drives him, and this is evident by the diversity of endeavours he has taken on. These include his acclaimed 365portraits project, which has won him praise from USA Today, the Times of London, and more. He's also created several short films and is well known as the longtime co-host of the 'On Taking Pictures' podcast with Jeffery Saddoris.

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Episode 31 - Forrest Walker
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Episode 31 - Forrest Walker

Forrest Walker is an award-winning street photographer who recently completed a 5-year project focused on photographing over 100 Cities in over 75 countries covering all major regions of the world.
This project had him walking 20km/day for over five years, as he explored and photographed all aspects of big city life on foot, finding small worlds within each major city, while connecting the whole world through its people and life.

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Episode 30 - Steph Zakas
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Episode 30 - Steph Zakas

Steph Zakas is an adventure elopement photographer living in Iceland and a business coach for high-achieving entrepreneurs.
She turned $300 in saved barista tips into a multi-six-figure photography company and broke all the rules along the way.
In this interview, we chat about her journey in photography, from her beginnings in Ohio and the path that took her to Iceland.
We'll discuss what life is like for her as an adventure wedding photographer, her unique approach to working with clients, and how she sets herself apart in a competitive market.

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Episode 29 - Matt Carr
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Episode 29 - Matt Carr

Matt Carr is an award-winning portrait & lifestyle photographer who has been published in The New York Times, Entertainment
Weekly, GQ, Men’s Health, Rolling Stone and more. His work has also been recognized by American Photo, Hasselblad Masters, PDN, IPA, Communication Arts, among others. After 10 years of working in London and Prague, Matt now lives in Brooklyn with his wife and their daughter. Matt is known for taking portraits that are well-lit, honest, and believable. It's a wide-ranging conversation, and we chat about everything from his early career in Indiana, to working with celebrities, and more.

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Episode 28 - Carol Lyne Robin
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Episode 28 - Carol Lyne Robin

Carole Lyne Robin is a Metis Algonquin woman living in a tiny house in the forests of Northern Ontario.
For many years Carole worked as a full-time photographer, but now has simplified her life so that she can pursue her other passions. These involve working with wildlife, hunting, trapping, foraging, and tanning hides in traditional methods.
Her tiny house lifestyle has allowed her the financial freedom to pursue these dreams.
She is living an authentic life, connected to the land & animals around her.

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Episode 27 - Chip Dizard
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Episode 27 - Chip Dizard

Chip Dizárd is an educator, photographer, mentor, and speaker based out of Maryland.
He's been featured in Forbes, the Huffington Post, Rangfinder, on CNN, and more.
In our chat we discuss developing strategies to identify your ideal client, run effective ads, with targeted audiences, and the importance of knowing how to pivot your business in these uncertain times.

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Episode 26 - Anna Pumer
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Episode 26 - Anna Pumer

Anna Pumer is the founder of Kick Ass Photographers, and a UK wedding photographer & speaker who is all about getting connected with ideal clients.
She joins us on the podcast to talk about her new course, 'Bag The Bookings', and to share some insight into how photographers can turn those website hits into clients.
We also discuss the importance of speaking in your own voice, and letting your personality shine through.
If you’re looking to find your ideal client, the you won’t want to miss this chat with Anna Pumer.

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