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 EpisodePrintmaking in Landscape Photography - A Panel Conversation
John Paul Caponigro - Finding Our Voice | Differentiating Ourselves as Artists
Kurt Budliger - The Lorax of Landscape Photography
Todd Pickering - The Merits of an Education in Fine Art | Curating our Work
Sarina Jackson - A Focus on Women in Landscape Photography
Murray Livingston - Creativity and Experience-driven Landscape Photography
Jeppe Michael Jensen - Sticking with Landscape Photography as a Hobby
Jonathan Buford - Landscape Photography and Craft Beer for Conservation
William McIntosh - Authenticity, Artistry and Creativity in Landscape Photography
Huibo Hou - Refining Our Vision for Consistency
Michael Torkildsen - Composition is a Dance!
William Neill, Eric Bennett, & Alex Noriega - Curation, Creative Blocks, and Legacy
Talor Stone - A Heartfelt Journey into Landscape Photography
Dawn Wilson - Ethics in Nature Photography
Richard Bernabe - 20 Years of Wisdom as a Professional Photographer
Jess Findlay - Wildlife Photography, Mountaineering, and Pre-Visualization
Alfonso Calero - Cultural Fluidity & Creativity in Landscape Photography
Cody Schultz - Overcoming Mental Health in Landscape Photography
James Lane - Processing Emotion Through Landscape Photography
Claude Fiddler - Inside the High Sierra via Large Format Film
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