403 - Marsel van Oosten - The War Over What's Real

This week, our guest is the award-winning Marsel van Oosten, who is celebrated for his mesmerizing wildlife photography featuring snow monkeys and the golden snub-nosed monkey, as well as his unique and inspiring landscape photography. Marsel shares his transformative journey from a career in advertising to becoming a revered wildlife photographer. He discusses how his graphic design background influences his stunning visuals, the evolving impact of artificial intelligence on the art of photography, and the essential role of human connection in capturing authentic moments. Together, Matt and Marsel explore the ethical implications of AI in the creative process and underscore the irreplaceable value of real-life experiences in the pursuit of remarkable photography.

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Resources Mentioned on the Podcast:

• Marsel's book Mother (affiliate link)
• Support the podcast on Patreon or PayPal
• Petapixel article on Kittya Pawlowski
• Ignacio Palacios