Best Personalised Style Advice Podcasts (2025)

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05| 10 Top Tips for Thinning Hair & Hair Loss 26:04

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7h ago26:04

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In this episode of Your Confidence Era, I share my 10 top tips for thinning hair and hair loss, covering everything from nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle shifts, to styling tricks, medical treatments, and instant confidence boosts. We talk about: • Why hair loss happens at different stages of life (postpartum, perimenopause, stress, illness, a…

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04| Makeover Magic - Makeup, Hair & Colour 10:04

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By Jo Halls

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03| The Power of Presence, Body Positivity & Dressing your Shape. 9:07

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The Power of Presence – Body Positivity, Dressing Your Shape & Embracing Quiet Confidence. Ever feel like no matter your size or shape, there’s always something you’d change? You’re not alone. In this episode of Your Confident Era! I’m breaking down body positivity in a practical, empowering way, one that helps you feel good in the body you have ri…

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02| The Layers of Confidence: From Stress Hormones to Style Alignment 21:25

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In this episode of Your Confident Era, I explore the ripple effect of confidence, how it changes your resilience, opportunities, and overall wellbeing. We’ll talk about the difference it makes when you feel good about your appearance, the role of gratitude and rest in lowering stress hormones, and why your physical health is such a key part of show…

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01| Welcome to ‘Your Confident Era’ by Jo Halls 6:01

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In this episode I welcome you to ‘Your Confident Era’, this is your space for style, colour, beauty, self-care and wellness. It’s where you’ll get simple, practical tips, a little bit of inspiration, and help to step into the most confident version of you! I can help you understand your colour type, dressing for your style personality knowing your …

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Ep.44 Black & White vs Colour 42:13

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Send us a text Episode Overview: Kevin Ahronson and Kelly Perrin go head-to-head in a lively (and slightly caffeinated) debate about black-and-white versus colour photography. From the evocative power of monochrome to the vibrant allure of colour, the duo explores where each shines—and where it might falter. Expect playful banter, surprising insigh…

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Ep.42 Technical Skill v Artistic Vision 45:18

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Send us a text Welcome to TOG TALK, where we dive into the heart of photographic expression. In this episode, we embark on a fascinating exploration of the photographer's mind, investigating why some naturally gravitate toward technical mastery while others flourish in creative expression. Through engaging discussions (some of them quite hysterical…

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Ep. 41 How to Solve Backlit Photography Challenges: A Deep Dive 40:57

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Send us a text Episode Overview: In this week’s solo episode, Kevin tackles one of the most common challenges in photography: how to correctly expose a subject in front of a bright background, such as a child standing by a window. Kevin shares his 55+ years of expertise to break down this issue with actionable solutions for photographers of all lev…

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Ep.40 Zoom lens or Prime lens... which is best? 41:23

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Send us a text Welcome to Episode 40 of TOG Talk, the podcast where our intrepid pair of photographers gather for a lively mix of banter, insight, and a sprinkling of wisdom from decades behind the lens. This week, hosts Kevin Ahronson, founder of Hampshire School of Photography (with 55 years of snapping under his belt), and Kelly Perrin, commerci…

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Ep.39 Which do you set first... Aperture, Shutter or ISO? 26:35

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Send us a text Welcome to Tog-Talk! I’m Kevin Ahronson from the Hampshire School of Photography, and I’m thrilled to have you with me for this solo episode. Just a couple of weeks away from my 70th birthday, I still feel like that young photographer who picked up his first camera back in 1969. Age might have added some grey hairs (and perhaps a bit…

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Ep.38: Is There Still a Place for DSLRs? 48:10

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Send us a text Show Notes for Tog Talk – Episode: DSLR vs Mirrorless Cameras In this episode of Tog Talk, Kelly and Kevin delve into the world of camera evolution, discussing the ever-popular debate: DSLR versus mirrorless cameras. With an autumn chill in the air, they warmly welcome listeners into a candid and humorous conversation that balances t…

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Ep. 37 Coming out of Auto mode... 22:46

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Send us a text Tog-Talk Episode 37: Going Manual Host: Kevin Ahronson, Founder of Hampshire School of Photography In this solo episode of Tog-Talk, Kevin Ahronson addresses a common question for beginner photographers: “How do I move from auto mode to manual mode?” Kevin, with over five decades of photography experience and a seasoned photography t…

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Ep. 36 Is RAW really superior to JPG? 45:56

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Send us a text Welcome to Tog Talk, the podcast where photographers come together for insightful and often humorous discussions on all things photography. I’m your host, Kevin Ahronson, from the Hampshire School of Photography, and today, I’m joined by my brilliant co-host, and commercial photographer, Kelly Perrin. If you’re tuning in for the firs…

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Ep. 35 High ISO or Post Processing: which brightening solution wins? 39:42

1y ago39:42

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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Tog-Talk: Photographers in Conversation! I’m Kevin Ahronson, founder of the Hampshire School of Photography, and this week, it’s a solo episode where I’ll be answering a listener question. Just as a quick reminder, every other week, I fly solo, diving into the photography questions you send in, while on …

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Ep.34 Natural Light vs Flash 47:46

1y ago47:46

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Send us a text Discover the secrets to mastering photography lighting as we host an engaging debate between Kevin Ahronson from Hampshire School of Photography and Kelly Perrin from the Big Ambition Company. Struggling to choose between natural light and flash? Learn how Kevin transitioned from a natural light purist - to a flash enthusiast, after …

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Ep. 33 Unlocking the Secrets of Circular Polarisers (CPL) 36:25

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a simple filter could transform your photography? In this solo episode of Tog-Talk, I dive into the world of polarising filters, answering a listener’s question about their usage and benefits. I explore how polarising filters work, why they’re essential for many photographers, and share personal experiences that hig…

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Ep. 32 AI in Photography: Evolution or Revolution? 39:01

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Send us a text Host: Kevin Ahronson, Founder of Hampshire School of Photography Co-Host: Kelly Perring Episode Summary: In this thought-provoking episode, Kevin Ahronson and his co-host, Kelly Perrin, dive into one of the most controversial topics in photography today: the role of Artificial Intelligence. With humor, insight, and a touch of persona…

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Ep. 31 Bokeh... cliche or creativity 28:12

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets of creating stunning bokeh and elevate your photography game with our latest episode of Tog Talk! I'm Kevin Ahronson from the Hampshire School of Photography, and today, I'm tackling your most burning questions about photography. Prompted by David Emery's curiosity, we dive into what bokeh truly is, why it has skyr…

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Tog-Talk is back after a 12 month gap 1:03:50

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Send us a text Tog-Talk returns after a 12 month gap. This time, Kevin is joined by new co-host Kelly Perrin. Imagine a casual conversation between two passionate photographers, sharing tips, stories, and insights about the art of capturing images. That's Tog-Talk. Hosted by Kevin Ahronson from Hampshire School of Photography and his co-host Kelly …

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I don't want to do watercolours or learn ballet dancing... 44:03

2y ago44:03

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Send us a text Tog-Talk Episode 29 With this week's guest David Emery In the first Tog-Talk podcast to be shot in video (Watch it on YouTube or Vimeo), Kevin Ahronson interviews David Emery, a photographer he has known for four years. David shares his journey into photography, which began with inspiration from his grandfather who had a cine camera …

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Grey, Wet, Dismal, Boring, Grumpy 49:58

2+ y ago49:58

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Send us a text What would you compare your photography journey to? Has your growth and experience behind the camera been like a rocket or has it been more like a snail? Are you completely committed to following your creative journey - or is it a bit spasmodic? Good days and bad days? In this week's Tog-Talk, I am joined by hobbyist-photographer San…

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The Photographer's Journey with guest Alec Grant 33:45

2+ y ago33:45

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Send us a text Having taken up photography just a few years ago on retirement, Alec completely threw himself into it and has a fascinating tale of rapid progress. Abandoning his Sony camera for an extensive Nikon system, Alec has had a roller coaster experience - culminating in mentoring under one of the world's greatest photographers. In this epis…

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The Photographer's Journey with guest Dr Simon Ruffle 45:21

2+ y ago45:21

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Send us a text For several years I've been exploring the subject of the journey we all embark on as photographers. It really is just like a journey with a beginning and a middle, but it has no end (it goes on forever). It has all the qualities of a great adventure with highs and lows, it has pitfalls and moments of elation. And like real journeys, …

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Ep. 25 - Five Tips for Photographing People 24:31

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Send us a text Five of my top tips for photographing people I've been photographing people for a long time. I started doing it almost as soon as I bought my first 35mm film camera. In my home town of Brighton (on the south coast of England) I cut my teeth on capturing ordinary people going about their daily lives down on the beach and on Brighton's…

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Photography Basics Ep.10 - Editing Your Photos 25:12

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Send us a text Episode 10 of the 10-part series looking at Photography Basics. In this final episode I take a look at the editing options for your photography. Editing is an interesting subject and people often have strong views on its pros & cons. For most of us, editing allows us to produce images which are more eye-catching. We remove unwanted o…

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Photography Basics Ep.9 Staying Motivated with your Photography 59:15

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Send us a text At some point in your photography, your enthusiasm will sadly decline. It's inevitable. It happens to most photographers, so don't feel guilty. It has happened to me a number of times over the years, and through those experiences, I believe I have found some of the best solutions to keep me constantly motivated. This is episode nine …

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Photography Basics Part 8: Which Lens Should You Buy Next? 24:27

3+ y ago24:27

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Send us a text Episode 8 of the 10-part Photography Basics series and we are asking the question that I am asked all the time... "Which Lens Should You Buy Next?" Having got the kit lens that came with your new camera, you're now looking to take your photography to the next level. You realise that this lens is perhaps not the best lens to help you.…

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Photography Basics Pt.7 When your photos come out too dark 23:07

3+ y ago23:07

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Send us a text Why do some photos come out dark? This is such a common question among new photographers. Surely with today's super-clever (and super-expensive) digital cameras, you'd expect the technology to guarantee that every shot is perfectly exposed, every time? And yet it isn't. The thing is, cameras can't read our minds. They don't know what…

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Creative Table Top Photography with guest Helen Davies 38:02

3+ y ago38:02

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Send us a text Some of us love to photograph beautiful landscapes, others like to shoot people... maybe in the studio or maybe capture them candidly on the street. Helen Davies does most of her photography on the kitchen table and produces stunning images. This week's Tog-Talk takes a week off from the current series on Photography Basics to look a…

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Photography Basics Pt.6 Taking Sharp Photos 19:41

3+ y ago19:41

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Send us a text Continuing the 10 part series looking at photography basics... today we focus on focus. More important than Exposure? Nailing a sharp focus is arguably more important than getting the exposure right. Take a photo either over or under-exposed, and in most cases you can correct it in post. Take a photo out of focus and there really isn…

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Photography Basics No.5 Camera Shooting Modes 21:01

3+ y ago21:01

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Send us a text Believe it or not, there are more ways to take a photo than by simply leaving the camera switched to AUTO. AUTO mode is great for beginners and those who just want to shoot snaps, but if you want to take control of your camera and unleash your creative potential, you need to come out of AUTO and explore some of the other shooting mod…

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Photography Basics Pt.4 What is ISO? 11:32

3+ y ago11:32

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Send us a text So now we're looking at the third piece of the puzzle, of what is traditionally referred to as the Exposure Triangle. When you combine the three elements of the Exposure Triangle, they interact with each other in what's often referred to as the law of reciprocity. This reciprocating relationship between aperture, shutter speed and IS…

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Photography Basics Pt.2 An introduction to the Aperture 13:09

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Send us a text The Aperture Continuing our ten-part mini series for new photographers (Photography Basics), this week we are looking at the Aperture. Whilst most people are familiar with the role of the aperture in terms of controlling the amount of light that enters the camera... perhaps not so many understand the relationship between aperture and…

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Photography Basics pt.3 Understanding shutter speed 18:44

3+ y ago18:44

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Send us a text The Shutter Last episode we looked at the aperture, now it's the turn of the shutter. From our perspective today, we're going to look at two different types of shutter. One is mechanical and the other is electronic. Older DSLR cameras will be mechanical, but the newer, mirrorless cameras (which have effectively taken over from DSLRs)…

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Photography Basics 1. What is the best camera for me? 51:49

3+ y ago51:49

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Send us a text Of all the questions I regularly get asked, the one about cameras is usually the most common. “What camera should I buy” “What camera would you recommend for someone new to photography” “Which camera is best?” Understandably, most new photographers want to make a good decision about the money they're about to spend. The camera indust…

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What lenses would you pick, if you could only choose three? 46:25

3+ y ago46:25

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Send us a text Joined again by Tracey Clarkson, we look at a forthcoming 10-week series for brand new photographers. These are planned to be shorter than normal Tog-Talks (around 10-15 mins) and are a basic introduction to photography, without getting too complicated. Starting next week the first episode will be looking at digital cameras. Make sur…

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What if someone asks you to photograph their wedding? 45:33

3+ y ago45:33

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Send us a text Having shot weddings for the last 12 years, I've kinda lost that sense of terror when I'm asked to shoot another one. But I remember my first wedding: a combined sense of wonder and an uncontrollable rush of adrenaline. Excitement and panic, all in one. When you get asked I regularly meet students who have been asked by friends or fa…

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Why would anyone want to be in my Inner Circle? 52:17

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Send us a text Inner Circle; the title alone suggests an exclusive group. An elite, crack-troupe of hand-picked photographers who disciple under my mentorship. The reality is far more down to earth. They are in fact a small group of amateur photographers who want something beyond what most traditional photography workshops and course can offer. The…

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Ten things I wish I'd known before I became a photographer 1:02:30

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Send us a text Not entirely true… when I became a photographer, many of the things covered in this discussion weren’t even invented. But for today’s photographers, I know for certain these are really helpful tips because I am constantly finding myself talking to my students about them. Photography can be complex and the learning process can be very…

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Photography, It's not all about the gear... is it? 50:50

3+ y ago50:50

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Send us a text Episode 9: Photography, it’s not all about the gear… is it? I confess, I am a bit of a gear-head. Over the years I have collected lots of cameras, lenses, filters, accessories and loads and loads of lighting gear. Prior to the COVID pandemic I would upgrade my camera every time a new model come out, convinced I needed the latest tech…

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Meet Wildlife Photographer (who's also our Web Developer) Mathew Williams 44:18

5+ y ago44:18

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Send us a text Having Matthew Williams on this episode of Tog Talk was a double whammy for me. Not only is he a keen wildlife photographer, but he's also the brains behind the Hampshire School of Photography (HSP) website. Matt talks to me about some of the innovative ideas behind our online photography assessment tool and the new Portfolio Suite f…

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With Fashion & Music Artist Photographer Andy Teo 33:23

6y ago33:23

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Send us a text Andy Teo ( otherwise known to many as Photocillin), is a highly talented photographer specialising in fashion style photography and, more recently, has had a great deal of success working with musicians, shooting concerts, backstage and album covers. In this edition of Tog Talk, Andy talks about his experience shooting models and mus…

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Taking Sharp Photographs 30:28

6y ago30:28

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Send us a text In this week's Tog Talk I address the subject of how to take tack-sharp photos. One of the most common complaints I hear from new camera owners is that their photos just aren't sharp enough. You'd think that when someone spends hundreds of pounds (sometimes thousands) on a high quality camera, the resulting photos would at least be n…

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Two Really Great Questions... 33:34

6y ago33:34

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Send us a text Tog Talk this week meets with Trish, a young lady from India who I've been mentoring for the last six months. She has a great sense of humour and she absolutely loved watching my reaction when she brought in two really great questions. Which type of camera would I recommend to a photographer - a crop frame mirrorless or a full frame …

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What do Professional Photographers Fear? 30:29

6y ago30:29

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Send us a text We sponsored an evening recently with a bunch of photographers who are currently working as professionals, semi-professionals and a few others the were thinking of going pro. In 2020 we are planning to start a one-year course for professionals who want to improve both their photography skills and also their business skills. The conve…

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With Student, Now Turned Professional Photographer, Agi Gallacher 32:23

6y ago32:23

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Send us a text Agi was a student who came to me for a year's private mentoring. These days she works as a professional photographer whilst at the same time being a busy mum of three young children. She recalls how she stepped out of her comfort zone to embrace her photography and now is reaping the reward shooting families, children and weddings. A…

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Gearing up for Holidays with Guest Jeremy Auton 41:01

6y ago41:01

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Send us a text In this session I talk to Masterclass student Jeremy Auton about what choices he should make when taking his camera and lenses overseas on holiday. How much gear should we take with us? Too much and it could become a burden to carry, too little and we could miss important shots. To make it more complicated in his case, he was going o…

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And so it begins... Tog-Talk, A Conversation for Photographers 38:03

6y ago38:03

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Send us a text In this opening episode, I get to talk with one of my longest-suffering students, Steve Myers. Steve has been on just about every photography workshop I've ever run and his eagerness to learn shows no sign of diminishing. For us, this episode is an experiment with a bit of fun - enabling me in particular, to explore the process of po…