The Candid Frame: Conversations on Photography

Tara Whitney is a talented photographer who specializes in intimate family portraits. Her talent for making her subjects comfortable as well as her vibrant photographic style produces photographs that move beyond the cliches of the genre. Another unique aspect of her photographic career is that her clients and admirers have come as a result of a her personal blog. She uses this not only as a showcase for her images, but for sharing a sense of her and her work, a quality not commonly found in more "professional" and "high concept" websites.Tara Whitney recommends the work of Barb Uil.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Moose Peterson, a Nikon Legend and Lexar Elite Photographer, is renowned for his wildlife photography and conservation work. He shares his inspiring journey into wildlife photography, shaped by family roots and a passion for nature. The podcast delves into the emotional connections fostered through photography, particularly focusing on the endangered Kit Fox pups. Moose also reveals his innovative strategies for managing over 320,000 images and the technical challenges of printing older photos, all while emphasizing the importance of conservation storytelling.

Regis Lefebure is an exceptional motorsport and editorial photographer who's work includes a sophisticated use of light and color. He brings a keen eye to creating sports images that are as much striking individual photographs as they are documents of a challenging and exciting sport. You can see his images by visiting his website. Regis Lefebure recommends the work of Freeman Patterson.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

John Arnold is a photographer who has come to share his experience and passion for photography with others through the power of the internet. Through his involvement in the forums for another podcast, Tips from the Top Floor, and now his own, PhotoWalkthrough, he provides a priceless resource for those who want to use their cameras for art and self expression.While the podcast offers a wealth of how-to tips for making the most of photo-editing software, his true gift to his listeners is the opportunity to look over the shoulder of a photographer with a keen sense of his own vision and an understanding of how today's tools help to create memorable photographs. View more of John Arnold's photography by visiting his website. John Arnold recommends the work of Kathleen Connally.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

D Stevens has enjoyed an award winning career as a photojournalist and as a still photographer for major motion pictures. From photographing war and conflict in Belfast and Beruit to documenting films such as Boys in the Hood, Devil in the Blue Dress and Love and Basketball, D. brings a unique perspective to his work. He describes himself as a storyteller with a camera, a description that is even more appropriate today as he begins a new phase in his career as a screenwriter and film director.To view images from D Steven's diverse career click here.D recommends the work of Henri Cartier Bresson. For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free viaD's photo was taken by J Roberts.

Don Gale is an accomplished professional photographer, with demonstrated expertise in the specialty areas of commercial, industrial, portraiture and outdoor photography. First introduced to photography through a local Boy's Club group at age 15, he's been personally and professionally committed to the art form since that time.For over ten years Don has conducted his workshops, seminars and classes on an ongoing basis. He has produced several instructional video including "Photographing San Francisco and California's Central Coast" which won a Telly Award for best "How To" instructional video as well as a Axiem Award Winner for "Best Editing".Don Gale recommends the work of Frans Lanting.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Mark Edward Harris has visited and photographed in over sixty countries. His editorial work has appeared in publications including Life, Stern, Islands, Spa, Playboy, Vogue, Elle, People, American Photo, The New York Times, The London Times, The Los Angeles Times Sunday Magazine as well as many in-flight magazines. His commercial clients range from The Gap for his fashion photography to cruise lines and airlines for his travel photography.He has published several book including "Faces of the Twentieth Century: Master Photographers and Their Work" recording in both words and pictures many of the great names in photography. His book "The Way of the Japanese Bath" (R.A.M. Publications) was published in February 2003 to coincide with a touring exhibition beginning at APEX Fine Art in Los Angeles. His third book "Mark Edward Harris: Wanderlust (R.A.M. Publications) was released in November 2004. Images in that book led Mark to being named "Photographer of the Year" at the 2004 Black + White Spider Awards.To view a gallery of his work click here.To listen to a stream of the interview click here.

Kevin Lynch is an accomplished photographer, known for his striking conceptual portraits. Whether photographing celebrities or athletes, he brings a passionate eye and a desire to challenge himself to all of his work. A former assistant to Greg Gorman, Lynch had developed his own unique style, which you can discover for yourself by visiting his website. I suggest you also explore the Red Couch Project that helped begin his career.Kevin Lynch recommends the work of Robert Mapplethorpe.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

Jeff Curto is Professor of Photography at College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, where he has taught since 1984. He is also an accomplished photographer who for the last fifteen years has been working on a long-term project documenting the urban and natural landscape of Italy.Curto is also the host of two photography podcasts including a History of Photography, a recording of his in-classroom lectures and Camera Position which focuses on the creative aspects of photography. His comprehensive knowledge of photography combined with a keen eye has led him to produce a unique series of images of an oft-photographed subject. You can view a selection of his photographs on his website.Curto recommends the work of Eugene Atget.For streaming audio click here or subscribe to the podcast for free via

John Isaac is a former U.N. photographer who has travelled all over the world covering some of the world's most dramatic events including wars in Bosnia and Rwanda. He joins us to discuss his career including his latest work as a nature and landscape photographer. John also discusses his recent project photographing in the disputed region of Kashmir.Listen to the first show by clicking on John IsaacTo see some of John's recent work click here.