Summary

The conversation explores various themes related to photography, including the evolution of photography styles, the role of the audience in book publishing, the challenges of mountain photography, the pursuit of beauty, the influence of drones, the importance of color accuracy in printing, and the philosophy of photography in revealing reality. In this conversation, Joe Cornish discusses the process of creating landscape photographs with depth and meaning. He emphasizes the importance of using a large format camera and spending time observing the world from a different perspective. Joe also highlights the significance of knowing where to stand and how to frame a shot, as well as the role of post-production in serving the original concept. Additionally, Alex expresses his appreciation for the podcast series and encourages Joe to self-publish another book.

Takeaways

  • Photography styles have evolved over time, with a shift towards more intimate and subdued images.
  • Considering the audience is important in book publishing, as it helps differentiate the work and find a market.
  • Mountain photography presents unique challenges in capturing the scale and depth of mountains.
  • The pursuit of beauty is a common goal in photography, and representation can be a powerful form of art.
  • Being yourself as a photographer and revealing the reality of the world are important aspects of the creative process. Creating pictures with depth requires using a large format camera and observing the world from a different perspective.
  • Knowing where to stand and how to frame a shot is fundamental to landscape photography.
  • Post-production should serve the original concept and vision of the photograph.
  • Podcasts provide valuable discussions and insights that are not readily available elsewhere.
  • Self-publishing books can be a way to share knowledge and inspire others in the photography community.
  • There is a need for further conversations and exploration of the questions raised by the community.

00:00 The Round Table Format01:05 Evolution of Photography Styles04:18 The Influence of Technology and Audience06:12 The Importance of Witnessing and Being Present08:03 Considering the Audience in Book Publishing10:10 The Role of Design in Photography Books12:49 The Challenges of Mountain Photography14:54 The Influence of Time and Experience17:54 The Role of Creativity and Originality19:36 Capturing the Scale and Depth of Mountains20:51 The Shift Towards Intimate Photography23:14 The Pursuit of Beauty in Photography26:24 The Evolution of Photography Styles30:43 The Influence of Drones on Mountain Photography33:39 The Challenges of Printing and Color Accuracy41:00 The Role of Representation in Photography44:24 The Importance of Being Yourself as a Photographer49:04 The Role of Color in Photography Books50:49 The Philosophy of Photography and Revealing Reality01:00:54 Creating Pictures with Depth01:03:55 The Importance of Podcasts and Books01:04:38 Continuing the Conversation

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