Welcome to another episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," the podcast for landscape and nature photographers. I'm your host, Matt Payne, and today we have the pleasure of diving deep into the photographic journey of the distinguished UK photographer, Paul Wakefield. Known for his evocative landscape work and particularly for his seminal book "The Landscape," Paul joins us to unravel the layers of his photography career that began in the 1970s and branched out into the demanding world of commercial photography.
In episode 362, we'll get an intimate look at Paul's process of capturing images that distill the essence of a scene, his thoughtful approach to composition over light, and the personal and creative risks that come with making decisive, in-the-moment choices on film – a discipline that sees him capture no more than 10 images a day.
Paul will share details about his new book and how his explorations in India lent new perspectives to his craft, while reflecting on the impact of critical assistance from loved ones, and the logistical challenges of self-publishing.
We will also touch on the broader conversation about the influence of social media on professional photography, with Paul sharing his initial hesitations and ultimate embrace of Instagram for marketing his work.
Throughout the discussion, Paul will offer insights on the importance of learning from other artists, the meticulous curation necessary for compelling photography books, and how he blurs the lines between landscape and street photography with his signature style.
So adjust your dials as we explore the emotional and technical terrain of landscape photography with Paul Wakefield and consider what elevates a photograph from good to great. Don't forget to check out his books if you're looking for profound photographic inspiration.
Links mentioned in the Episode268: Rubin - Eight Useful Ways to Describe and Measure Photography
267: Aman Chokshi - Photography from the South Pole
266: Devin Rogers - The Journey of the New Photographer
265: Simon Baxter - A Passion for the Woodland
264: Holger Mischke - Combining Music, Writing, and Photography
263: Brent Clark - Curating Your Photography
262: David Southern - A Voyage of Discovery in Photography
261: Jeanie Sumrall-Ajero - Finding Your Why
260: Sandra Bartocha - Judging Nature Photography Competitions
Ben Maze - Flow States in Landscape Photography
The Wilderness Society and Landscape Photography
Serena Dzenis - Photography as Art that Conveys an Idea
Francesco Carovillano - Trying to Fail Better at Photography
Ashlei Payne - Creating Projects of Personal Importance
Peter Coskun - Confidence and Learning from Failure in Nature Photography
Mitch Dobrowner - A Humble Journey into Landscape Photography
Julia Redl - Minimalistic Landscape Photography
Rachael Talibart - Originality & Self-Expression in Nature Photography
Michael Bonocore - The Triple Threat of Content Creation in Travel Photography
Nathan St. Andre - Art Shows & Color Blindness
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