The Candid Frame: Conversations on Photography

Stephen Marc, Olympus Visionary photographer and art professor at Arizona State University's Herberger College of Fine Arts, is recognized for his unique and powerful photographic montages that explore the African Diaspora. His images combine family snapshots, antique photographs and images from his own extensive body of photographic work. The dual themes of all his work are an attempt to tell both his personal story and the story of a culture.Marc's current project, Passage on the Underground Railroad, explores North America's Underground Railroad, which moved escaped slaves to freedom. For over four years, he took more than 30,000 photographs of people and places in 21 states and Canada. The project culminated in a book and exhibition of Marc's Underground Railroad artwork. You can discover more about him and his work by visiting this website. Stephen Marc recommends the work of Jerry N. Uelsmann. For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Lou Jones is a versatile and prolific photographer who has used has passion for photography to capture sports figures, musicians, celebrities, politicians, CEOs and just everyday folk. His work can be said to fit any variety of photographic genres including photojournalism, portraiture, advertising, fine-art and more, which speaks not only to his skills as a photographer, but also his ability take a technical process and transform it into something beautiful and impactful. His personal projects including a documentary project on Death Row have helped establish him as one of the distinctive voices in photography today. He is also author of the recent instructional book, Speedlights and Speedlights: Creative Flash Photography at the Speed of Light. You can discover more of his work by visiting his website or following his blog. Lou Jones recommends the work of Sebastião Salgado.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free viaClick here for more details on my new Better Photo course, The Pursuit of Light.

Lynn Goldsmith, a legendary portrait and fine-art photographer, shares her journey capturing icons like Bruce Springsteen and Michael Jackson. She discusses her unique approach to photography, emphasizing intimacy and authenticity in her interactions with subjects. Goldsmith also reflects on the challenges of shifting from commercial work to fine art, revealing how perceptions can shape artistic identity. Music's role in her creative process is highlighted, showcasing how it energizes her shoots while deepening connections.

Richard Newman for over twenty-five years, has worked as a photographer,writer, educator and printer. His work documenting the Exxon Valdez oil spill, in 1989 and 1990, is part of the White House photography archives and is part of the permanent collection at the University of Alaska-Fairbanks.He has published three books on photography and been a contributor to two others. Richard's photographs, and writings, have appeared in Digital Photo Pro, View Camera, Lenswork,Outdoor Photographer, Professional Photographer Magazine, Storyteller Magazine,Rangefinder, and the Village Voice. He is currently the National Education Coordinator for Calumet Photographic. You can discover more of his work by visiting his website or following his blog. Richard Newman recommends the work of Dennis Keeley who has been interviewed before on this show. Listen to that interview by clicking here. For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Nevada Wier is an award-winning photographer specializing in the remote corners of the globe and the cultures that inhabit them. Nevada's journeys have taken her throughout Southeast Asia, India, China, Nepal, Africa, New Zealand, Central Asia, Mongolia, South America and other obscure regions of the world.Her work is represented for licensing by Getty and Corbis. Nevada has been published in numerous national and international publications, including: NG Adventure, Geo, Islands, National Geographic, Outdoor Photographer, Outside, and Smithsonian. She is a Fellow of The Explorer's Club, a member of the Society of Woman Geographers and was featured in a Northwest Airlines international television and print ad campaign. You can discover more of her work by visiting her website and following her blog. Nevada Wier recommends the work of David Alan Harvey & Alex Webb. For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Amber Gress, Maurice Salazar, Joseph Escamilla, Cecilia Gavia and Anthony Cobos are members of the Summer 2009 graduating class of the Art Center College of Design's photo department. Two weeks prior to their graduation, we sat down to discuss their thoughts and concerns at the dawn of their photographic careers. This diverse collection of photographers have made a commitment to their passion for making images and that provided a unique opportunity to share their thoughts about the important choice they've made. Below are links to their websites.Amber GressMaurice SalazarJoseph EscamillaCecilia GaviaAnthony CobosAmber Gress recommends the work of Corey ArnoldMaurice Salazar recommends the work of William EgglestonJoseph Escamilla recommends the work of Jeff LipskyCecilia Gavia recommends the work of Dan WintersAnthony Cobos recommends the work Boyd JaynesClick here for details about the Grad Show and for link to the other graduating photographers. Click on the individual images to discover each photographer's website. For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Ed Morris was attending Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara when he developed the concept for Mayor's Across America, his insightful look into the heart of American people through the eyes of it's most visible civic leaders. He completed his second cross-country odyssey on two wheels in the summer of 2000 and has spent the ensuing years developing the book further, as well as establishing his photography career. Now, with his firm Ed Morris Photography, Ed is recognized as one of Southern California's most up-and-coming commercial photographers. You can discover more about his project here and see his other commercial work by visiting his website. Ed Morris recommends the work of Marion Warren.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Nadine Brown is the co-founder and creative director of Brand Envy, a company that helps photographers, restaurants and other businesses with marketing and branding. In today's challenging market it's not enough to own the latest in photographic equipment and being proficient with Photoshop. It's about having a solid and consistent marketing plan to get you and your work to the market. To discover more about Nadine and her work, please visit the Brand Envy website.Nadine Brown recommends the work of August Bradley.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via To subscribe to the Zach Arias podcast, Critique and Technique for Photographers click here and scroll down.

Anne Day is a freelance photographer and writer based in New York and Connecticut. Her work has appeared in Time, Newsweek, the New York Times, The Washington Post, Fortune, Vogue and other publications. An Olympus Visionary, she has worked as a photojournalist and has covered events in Haiti, Cuba, South Africa and Namibia, as well as American Presidential Inaugurations, school picnics, and weddings. In addition to working in journalism, she has many years of experience photographing architecture with a view camera. She is the principal photographer for three books in the W.W. Norton Series on Classical Architecture on The Library of Congress, The New York Public Library, and The US Capitol. You can discover more of her work by visiting her website. Anne Day recommends the work of David Hilliard.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free viaJoin me at the Better Photo Summit .

Reza is a world famous National Geographic photographer whose work has been published in numerous international publications including Time, Vanity Fair, Newsweek, New York Times Magazine and more.He was awarded the Hope Prize for his works on behalf of Rwandan refugees. He also founded the Afghan Media and Culture Center to promote the principles of a free press to the men and women of Afghanistan after the fall of the Taliban. He was also honored with the Medal for Distinguished Service in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia. You can discover more of his work by visiting the National Geographic or Webistan websites. Reza recommends the work of Sebastião Salgado.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free viaDVD Recommendation: Reza: Shooting Back