The Candid Frame: Conversations on Photography

Frank Ockenfels 3 is a Los Angeles based photographer who has spent nearly 3 decades photographing musicians, celebrities, corporate heads and everyday people. His editorial work has included covers for magazines such as, Rolling Stone, Esquire, The Hollywood Reporter, GQ, Newsweek, Wired, Spin, People, and Premiere. Frank's images have appeared on the pages of such diverse magazines as New York Times Magazine, Dwell, Playboy and UK Conde Nast Traveler.xFrank has done over 200 album covers and press shoots for both major and independent record labels with musicians such as David Bowie, Neil Diamond, Bruce Springsteen and Norah Jones.Frank has photographed numerous movie posters including Men in Black 3, The Amazing Spiderman, The Social Network, Expendables 2 and 3, Wanted, The Incredible Hulk and Harry Potter, to name a few.He has shot TV advertising campaigns for all the major networks including ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox, CW and cable channels such as HBO, FX, E!, Showtime and AMC.Frank has directed numerous music videos and has shot commercials for many notable clients such as Nike, Converse, K-Swiss and Canon.Frank's ability to adapt to any situation as well as staying away from the obvious seem to be qualities that set him apart from other photographers. Frank thrives on pushing the boundaries of digital photography and believes in collaborating. In many ways Frank is unconventional. He believes that photography can still have moments of purity without being overly conceptualized or retouched. Resources: Frank Ockenfels 3 http://www.fwo3.com Erwin Blumenfeld http://www.erwinblumenfeld.com Matt Mahurin http://www.mattmahurin.com Hiro https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiro_(photographer) Glen Luchford http://glenluchford.com Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for iOS. Click here to download for Android Click here to download for Windows 8 Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort. You can do this by visiting patreon.com/thecandidframe or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button.

Michelle Guillermin is a wildlife and nature photographer who engages the viewer in both the grandeur of and the danger to wildlife. Her use of stark, gritty black and white is intended to bridge time, to push viewers to imagine a world when wildlife was plentiful. Her goal is to build awareness of the challenges facing our natural world through the appreciation of the few remaining creatures. Her initial career in finances has provided her the foundation from which she has a secondary career as a photographer. Without completely leaving her financial work, she has successfully created a photographic life that has taken her around the world. Some of her work, particularly those of African elephants, is helping to create greater awareness of the plight faced by these great animals. Resources: Michelle Guillermin http://www.guillermin.com/ Robin V. Robinson http://robinrobinson.com/ Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for iOS. Click here to download for Android Click here to download for Windows 8 Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort. You can do this by visiting patreon.com/thecandidframe or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button. .

Maggie Steber has worked in 64 countries focusing on humanitarian, cultural, and social stories. Her honors include the Leica Medal of Excellence, World Press Photo Foundation, the Overseas Press Club, Pictures of the Year, the Medal of Honor for Distinguished Service to Journalism from the University of Missouri, the Alicia Patterson and Ernst Haas Grants, and a Knight Foundation grant for the New American Newspaper project. For over three decades, Steber has worked in Haiti. Aperture published her monograph, DANCING ON FIRE. In 2013 Steber was named as one of eleven Women of Vision by National Geographic Magazine, publishing a book and touring an exhibition in five American cities. Steber has served as a Newsweek Magazine contract photographer and as the Asst. Managing Editor of Photography and Features at The Miami Herald, overseeing staff projects that won the paper a Pulitzer and two finalist recognition. Her work is included in the Library of Congress, The Richter Library and in private collections. She has exhibited internationally. Clients include National Geographic Magazine, The New York Times Magazine, Smithsonian Magazine, AARP, The Guardian, and Geo Magazine among others. Steber teaches workshops internationally including at the World Press Joop Swart Master Classes, the International Center for Photography, Foundry Workshops and and the Obscura Photo Festival. Resources: Maggie Steber http://www.maggiesteber.com/main.html Ruddy Roye http://ruddyroye.com/ Phil Toledano http://www.mrtoledano.com Donato DiCamillo http://donatodicamillo.com Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for iOS. Click here to download for Android Click here to download for Windows 8 Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort. You can do this by visiting patreon.com/thecandidframe or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button.

Stacey Tyrell was born and raised in Toronto, ON, Canada. She attended OCAD University where she majored in Photography. Her work predominantly deals with themes of identity, race and heritage as it pertains to post-colonial societies and the Caribbean Diaspora. Her work has appeared in such shows as Flash Forward 2012 at the Magenta Foundation, Position As Desired: Contemporary African Canadian Photography at the Royal Ontario Museum and the Canadian Museum for Immigration at Pier 21, MLK50 at the Places des Arts, PQ and Photography NOW 2009 at the Center for Photography at Woodstock, NY. Her images are part of Heritage Canada and the Montreal Arts Interculturels Collections permanent collections and have appeared in such publications as European Photography, Marie Claire South Africa, Pictures From Paradise: A survey of Contemporary Caribbean Photographers, Canadian Art Magazine, ARC Magazine, Prefix Photo and Applied Arts Magazine. She has also participated on various panels including the Canada Council for the Arts Next Generation Sounding 2013. She currently is based in Brooklyn, NY, USA. Resources: Stacey Tyrell http://www.staceytyrell.com/ Peter Hugo http://www.pieterhugo.com/ Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for iOS. Click here to download for Android Click here to download for Windows 8 Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort. You can do this by visiting patreon.com/thecandidframe or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button.

Danny Clinch, a premier music photographer and director with Grammy nominations, shares his passion for capturing iconic moments in music. He discusses the thrill of spontaneity during major events like Bonnaroo and the Grammys, emphasizing preparation mixed with the unexpected. Clinch reveals his techniques for photographing live performances, focusing on genuine expressions and connections between artists and audiences. He also tackles the challenges of composing group portraits in band settings and reflects on his artistic journey in the evolving music industry.

Danny Clinch, a premier music photographer and Grammy-nominated director, shares his deep love for music and photography. He discusses the inspiring connections between these art forms, recounts formative experiences from childhood, and highlights mentorships with icons like Annie Leibovitz. Clinch reflects on his transformative journey capturing moments with legendary artists, emphasizing the importance of trust in photography. His anecdote about a memorable shoot at the historic Ambassador Hotel adds humor and insight into his creative process.

Chris Marquardt is a professional photographer and producer of the photography podcast, Tips from the Top Floor. He is also leads photographic workshops in Europe, the United States and at the foot of the Himalayas. Chris is also a regular guest on the TWiT Network and Leo Laporte's The Tech Guy show. He is the co-author of the new book, The Film Photography Handbook. Resources: Chris Marquardt http://tipsfromthetopfloor.com Monika Andrae http://www.andrae.org/blog/homepage/ Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for iOS. Click here to download for Android Click here to download for Windows 8 Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort. You can do this by visiting patreon.com/thecandidframe or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button.

Levon Biss was born in 1975 and grew up in South London. He trained initially to be an illustrator and it was not until his late teens that he picked up a camera, combining photography with his love of sports. Much of Levon's work concentrates on shooting dynamic action portraits that show the beauty of the human form in movement. His keen understanding of the mind-set and extraordinary talents of athletes at their peak gives Levon an easy affinity with his subjects and this very much underpins the technical success of his images. His more recent work in a personal project called Microsculpture in which he captures incredibly detailed photographs of insects. Levon has also been drawn to cover the culture surrounding sport and the fan's perspective. His project 'One Love' is a brilliant exploration of the global love and passion for football, it took him to 26 countries, produced a best selling book, and an exhibition viewed by 1.2 million people worldwide. Alongside his sports work, Levon has fulfilled many portrait and lifestyle commissions that showcase his great creativity and flexibility as a photographer, these include advertising shoots for O2, Deutsche Post, Mastercard and Sky and editorial work for the Observer, GQ and New York Times. Resources: Levon Biss http://www.levonbiss.com/ Microsculpture http://microsculpture.net/ Brent Stirton http://www.brentstirton.com/ Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for iOS. Click here to download for Android Click here to download for Windows 8 Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort. You can do this by visiting patreon.com/thecandidframe or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button.

Estevan Oriol is an internationally celebrated professional photographer, director and urban lifestyle entrepreneur. Beginning his career as a hip-hop club bouncer turned tour manager for popular Los Angeles-based rap groups Cypress Hill and House of Pain, Estevan's passion for photography developed while traveling the world. With an influential nudge and old camera from his father, renowned photographer Eriberto Oriol, Estevan began documenting life on the road and established a name for himself amid the emerging hip-hop scene. Nearly 20 years later, Oriol's extensive portfolio juxtaposes the glamorous and gritty planes of LA culture, featuring portraits of famous athletes, artists, celebrities and musicians as well as Latino, urban, gang, and tattoo counterculture lifestyles. He has photographed Al Pacino, Robert Dinero, Dennis Hopper, Marissa Miller, Kim Kardashian, Kanye West, Snoop Dogg, Floyd Mayweather, and Lance Armstrong amongst others. He has also produced shoots for internationally-acclaimed photographers such as Ellen von Unwerth for Sang Bleu and Luca Babini for GQ Italy. In addition to shooting campaigns for companies including Cadillac, Nike and Rockford Fosgate and directing new media projects for My Cadillac Stories, MetroPCS, MTV and Apple, Estevan has designed album covers and/or directed music videos for artists including Eminem, Cypress Hill, Blink 182, Snoop Dogg and Xzibit. His work has been showcased in select galleries and institutions—such as Smithsonian Center for Latino Initiatives, Mesa Contemporary Art Center, Petersen Automotive Museum, and The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles' Art in the Streets exhibit—concluding with a best-selling book of his work: LA Woman, capturing the dangerous and alluring beauty of women shot in his uniquely provocative and raw style. His photography has been featured in Complex, FHM, Juxtapoz, GQ, Vibe, Rolling Stone and other publications, with appearances on popular television shows such as, HBO's Entourage and Last Call With Carson Daly. Resources: Estevan Oriol http://www.estevanoriol.com/EstevanOriol.com.html Eriberto Oriol https://eribertooriol.wordpress.com Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for iOS. Click here to download for Android Click here to download for Windows 8 Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort. You can do this by visiting patreon.com/thecandidframe or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button.

Over the course of his 40-year career, photographer Art Wolfe has worked on every continent and in hundreds of locations. Wolfe's photographs are recognized throughout the world for their mastery of color, composition and perspective. Wolfe's photographic mission is multi-faceted: art, wildlife advocacy, education, and journalism inform his work. Wolfe is the host of the award-winning television series Art Wolfe's Travels to the Edge, an intimate and upbeat series that offers insights on nature, culture, and the realm of digital photography. It now airs worldwide. Wolfe has released over eighty books, including Earth Is My Witness, The Art of the Photograph, Vanishing Act, Human Canvas, and The Living Wild. His photos have appeared in magazines worldwide, including National Geographic, Smithsonian, Stern, GEO, and Terre Sauvage. Education is a major component of Wolfe's work, whether it is about the environment or about photography. He leads photographic tours and gives seminars worldwide. Along with his numerous book and television awards, Wolfe is the proud recipient of the Nature's Best Photographer of the Year Award, the North American Nature Photography Association's Lifetime Achievement Award and the Photographic Society of America's Progress Medal. He is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society, a Fellow of the International League of Conservation Photographers Wolfe maintains his gallery, stock agency, and production company in Seattle, Washington. His fine artwork is also available through the Rotella Galleries, located in Las Vegas and New York City. Resources: Art Wolfe http://artwolfe.com David duChemin http://davidduchemin.com Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for iOS. Click here to download for Android Click here to download for Windows 8 Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort. You can do this by visiting patreon.com/thecandidframe or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button.