The Candid Frame: Conversations on Photography

Rick Smolan is a former Time, Life and National Geographic photographer, He co-founded the best-selling "Day in the Life..." photography series. Smolan and his partner Jennifer Erwitt are also the co-founders of Against All Odds Productions, which specializes in the design and execution of large-scale global projects that combine compelling story-telling with state-of-the-art technology. By pulling together some of the world's best photographers, he has created a series of books that reveal the power of photograph to not only create beauty, but also show the power and importance of the every-day moment. To discover more about Rick and his work, visit his company's website. Rick Smolan recommends the work of Elliot Erwitt.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free viaBook Recommendation:

Paul Giguere is a fine-art photographer and host of his own podcast, Thoughts on Photography with Paul Giguere. Whether he turns his camera to focus on life in the subways or to nudes, he explores a way of seeing that expresses something very personal. His show also expresses that personal aesthetic and provides an important resource for anyone interested in discovering a public outlet for their work. You can discover more about Paul's work by visiting his website or his podcast. Paul Giguere recommends the work of Horishi Watanabe.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Jim Zuckerman left his medical studies in 1970 to turn his love of photography into a career. He has lectured and taught creative photography at many universities and private schools, including UCLA, Kent State University, the Hallmark Institute of Photography, and the Palm Beach Photographic Center. He also has led both domestic and international photo tours for 33 years to Africa, Asia, Europe, South America, and the American Southwest. He is the author of thirteen books on photography. He also teaches numerous courses through BetterPhoto.com and leads international photo tours and workshops. You can discover more about him and his work by visiting his website. Jim Zuckerman recomends the work of Art Wolfe.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Jim Miotke is the President and Founder of BetterPhoto.com and author of several photographic books including his latest, The Better Photo Guide to Photographing Children.Before developing Better Photo, on online photography school, Jim ran a photography business in California and Washington that specialized in weddings and portraiture. He now primarily shoots stock photography (and several of his images can be found on Adobe's Photoshop CD-ROMs). His articles on photography have been featured in magazines, newspapers, and online sites. You can discover more about his work by visiting his website.Jim Miotke recomends the work of Art Wolfe.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Terrell Lloyd has provided professional photography services to individuals and organizations throughout the United States. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, near the high-tech capital of the world, Silicon Valley, Terrell Lloyd is most known for his special combination of artistic vision and cutting-edge technology. He is now being highly noted for his experience shooting sporting events. He has always been an avid football fan. In 1994 Terrell was granted the opportunity to shoot on the sidelines at a 49er game and his passion for sports photography exploded. According to one of his clients, Terrell's sports photos really capture the essence of the game. According to Terrell, When it is a sport you love, the essence of the game is not difficult to capture. You can discover more about him and his work by visiting his website. Terrell Lloyd recommends the work of Bob Davis. For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free viaBook Recommendation:

Chris Marquardt is a professional photographer and producer/host of one of first and arguably best photographic podcast, Tips from the Top Floor. He is also leads photographic workshops in Europe, the United States and soon at the foot of the Himalayas. His journey from a full-time corporate employee to professional photographer and workshop facilitator provides some wonderful insights into what it means to take the leap into leading a creative life. You can discover more his work by visiting his website.Chris Marquardt recommends the work of Joe Wigfall. Check out this link as for well for the street photography competition which Chris mentions on the show. For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free viaBook Recommendation:

Robert Kerian is one of the country's premiere automative photographers. His clients include Mercedes Benz, Toyota, BMW, Harley-Davidson and Nissan. Robert brings a sensitive eye to a field of work, where attention to detail is everything. Though increasingly much of these kinds of images are being made on the computer, Robert is an example of a classical photographer who uses his skills behind the camera to make images you can never forget. You can discover more about him and his work by visiting his website. Robert Kerian recommends the work of Clint Clemens. For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free viaBook Recommendation:

Dane Sanders is a highly-respected wedding and portrait photographer, as well as a popular podcaster and author. He has been featured in Rangefinder, Professional Photographer and American Photo magazines. His philosphy about living the "professional" photographic life is embodied in his new book, "Fast Track Photographer" and his new podcast Ask Dane. Discover more about Dane and his work by visiting his website. Dan Sanders recommend the work of John Michael Cooper. For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Seth Joel and Charlie Holland are a husband and wife team that produce natural looking images of people for commercial, advertising work and stock. They combine a life-long passion for making photographs and a keen awareness and knowledge of business to create successful photographic careers. To discover more of their work please visit their website.Seth Joel and Charlie Holland recommend the work of Alia Malley and Jeff Dunas. For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Miriam Romais is the executive director of En Foco, a non profit organization that supports contemporary fine art and documentary photographers of Latino, African, Asian and Native American descent. It was started 35 years ago in the Bronx by a group of Puerto Rican photographers to serve as as outlet for work that was being too easily overlooked by mainstream art world.As well as her work with En Foco, Miriam is also a photographer and curator. Her own work has been published and exhibited in numerous galleries and museums throughout the country. Some of her work has focused on her other passion, motorcycling. You can view her work by visiting her website.Miriam Romais recommend the work of Alejandro Chaskielberg.View a free PDF copy of En Foco's magazine, Nueva Luz by clicking here.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via