Read about Kim Jong-Un’s photographer getting the boot here:
See the amazing dodge and burn job on J-Lo and A-Rod’s proposal photos here:
Read more about Jordan Peele’s new film “Us” here:
https://www.cnn.com/2019/03/22/media/us-movie-analysis/index.html
Some information about PPA’s new wedding photography degree can be found here:
The image from WPPI’s winning wedding category 2019 can be seen here:
https://www.facebook.com/wppievents/photos/a.10150417952569680/10157174102244680/?type=3&theater
We travel to the far off land of North Carolina to record this week’s episode on a laptop that sounds like something used to decipher enemy transmissions on the eastern front. We had the privilege of speaking with the one and only Ned Winn, outgoing President of the Professional Photographers of North Carolina, to hear his thoughts on the importance of state organizations for professional photographers. Ned also fills us in on the great success that was the Carolina Photo Expo, and a little about what PPNC has in store for the rest of the year. With IPC 2017 drawing to a close and a lot of people left crying about (fill in the blank), we also chat about the possibility of a Hallmark movie centering around post competition angst.
Greetings faithful listeners! Episode 17 paves the way with new brilliance from our dynamic duo. Well, actually we kinda go ADD on this episode, but with the LATE IPC deadline looming, what else did you expect?
Ted, as usual, works a movie reference into the conversation as he and Christine discuss Joaquin Phoenix and his portrayal of Johnny Cash in “Walk the Line”. Here’s a link to a performance from that film:
Next, we dive into the meat of the episode, IPC (International Photographic Competition). One deadline has passed and the late deadline is in mere days – if you’re freaking out as bad as we are – get yourself entered (see HERE) and then go have some ice cream. Or gelato. Or sherbet.
Speaking of ice cream. And gelato. And sherbet… I talk about my favorite summertime activity. This week. If you want to join me in all the glory, this is the current favored product:
Get a peek into the angsty-brain processes of our dynamic duo as they talk about going from concept to execution on their competition entries. If none of their blathering resonates with you, just refer to this (trigger warning: cuss word ahead):
or this:
Thanks for reading and listening, our success depends on YOU, our faithful fans.
Until next week,
Christine
Ted and Christine bemoan the introduction of Qikpix, a flat-rate photography service in Chicago. After getting a slight grip, they continue the conversation from a previous episode with further discussion of iconic photographs and whether it’s within the reach of a wedding and/or portrait photographer, complete with a discussion of what photographers in recent history come the closest to being able to pull it off. Christine expands on the iconic photographs most meaningful to her and Ted lets the cat out of the bag regarding a future Pulitzer-Prize winning guest.
As is our tradition, here are a handful of links to keep your mind occupied for a bit:
The article that spawned our hatred: Qikpix Launches $99/Hour Flat Rate Photography In Chicago
A few of Christine’s favorite iconic photographs:
And the work of two talented portrait photographers discussed in this episode:
and
Oh, still reading, are you? Well then, check *this* out:
Ted and Christine discuss iconic photographs and photojournalism. What makes an iconic photograph? Can iconic photographs still be achieved in this day of advanced technologies and proliferation of cameras? Stepping outside the seriousness is a discussion of the man romper, its place in society and the seat-gripping question “Isn’t it hard to (ahem) use the facilities?”
This episode is just full of “for further research” references, so here they are, in no particular order:
Ted shares one of the sites he looks to for daily inspiration: Associated Press Images Spotlight
The Image, Deconstructed. An interview with Thomas Franklin, the photographer of this iconic image:
The CNN article, 25 of the Most Iconic Images.
Lunch Atop a Skyscraper, the publicity stunt that resulted in an iconic photograph.
And last, but not least – the man romper that will earn Ted $200:
Ted and Christine lead off the discussion with a recap of their recent adventures at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the infamous Facebook Live recording from the top of the Tower of Terror. Things get a little more heated when they return to the topic of Sal’s ShutterFest 2017 Incident, this time in his defense. Whodathunk? Listen in while we bless the heart of a misguided PetaPixel article author.
Since we don’t really want to run traffic to good-old-you-know-who at good-old-you-know-where, here’s some information about Disney’s Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and a picture of Christine’s $17 Spirit Air lunch.
Back once again with the topic of controversy, Ted and Christine discuss the 10 most controversial moments in the history of photography; expanding on an article written by John Ortved for History.com. To continue with the theme, they then delve into the recent hoop-lah surrounding the ShutterFest competition results.
As always – here are a few resources to further your own education on this episode’s topics:
These Are the 10 Most Controversial Moments in the History of Photography
A Photo Contest Owner Won His Own Contest, and Pitchforks Came Out
Who *really* earned those merits and loans? Should hired retouchers be allowed in competition? At what point does someone else’s editing interpretation become the reason that an image excels? A post PPA Northeast District discussion as Ted & Christine analyze the facets that conflict with the spirit of competition.
The weekly cat segment of the podcast occurs first this week and covers an amazing place… because cats. Let us introduce you to Aoshima, Japan’s “Cat Island” – below is a cat after Ted’s own heart…
To see this place of wondrousness filled with furry balls of happiness – please enjoy this video from CBS Sunday Morning:
At some point we get serious with a discussion of PPA’s recent NorthEast district competition (and Christine’s results there) which segues into a Very Serious Discussion on hired retouchers in competition. How often do photographs of sub-merit quality turn into outstanding competition images with hired digital wizardry? Essentially, can merits be bought? Can loans be bought? You can probably tell which side of the fence we land on and yeah, if you hire retouchers for your competition images, it’s probably going to tick you off – so fair warning. But on the other hand – we promised to talk about those things that don’t get talked about – we aren’t shy of the touchy topics and we aren’t out to be so PC that you all love us all of the time. Give a listen to some serious points of consideration…
Magazine Cover Incredulosity continues as Ted and Christine critique the May issue of Photo District News (PDN), inspiring a discussion of the quality of art. Questions abound…Should Art have some semblance of technical competence. Should any work, no matter how haphazardly and skillessly assembled, be labeled as art?
What happens when our art infringes on the work of another? The questions get deep and analytical as the conversation veers towards the current lawsuit brought by the creator of “Charging Bull” over the installation of “Fearless Girl” in Mew York City.
This, and more deep discussion about the influence of social media on photography; Ted and Christine ponder the questions that plague the artists of today.
As always, for further reading and and insight, here are the sources for some of today’s conversation:
‘Charging Bull’ artist says ‘Fearless Girl’ violated his rights
