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Ep 215 - Storytelling Through Emotion, Light, and Legacy with Marcus Bell
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Marcus Bell discusses his move from corporate life to international acclaim as a photographer. After experiencing personal loss, Marcus reconnected with photography through his late father’s camera—a turning point that sparked a deep passion for storytelling through the lens. From capturing wedding day emotions to crafting contemplative landscape images, Marcus shares how his work reflects a broader quest for connection—to nature, to memory, and to the human spirit.
With more than 25 years in the field and accolades such as AIPP Grand Master of Photography and recognition by American Photo as one of the world’s top 10 photographers, Marcus brings both technical mastery and soul to his art. He draws inspiration from iconic photographers like Cartier-Bresson and Salgado, and the influence of classic painters such as Vermeer and Rembrandt has shaped his approach to light and form.
In this conversation, Marcus discusses balancing personal artistic expression with professional work, the use of vintage lenses for mood and imperfection, and how vulnerability in art helps others feel seen. He reflects on the role of planning and intuition in crafting meaningful images, and how photography has become a lens through which he processes and appreciates life’s complexities.
I hope you enjoy the show!
You can find Marcus’ work here:
Website: https://www.marcusbell.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcusbell
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcusbellphotographer
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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219 episodes
Manage episode 505364543 series 2954022
Marcus Bell discusses his move from corporate life to international acclaim as a photographer. After experiencing personal loss, Marcus reconnected with photography through his late father’s camera—a turning point that sparked a deep passion for storytelling through the lens. From capturing wedding day emotions to crafting contemplative landscape images, Marcus shares how his work reflects a broader quest for connection—to nature, to memory, and to the human spirit.
With more than 25 years in the field and accolades such as AIPP Grand Master of Photography and recognition by American Photo as one of the world’s top 10 photographers, Marcus brings both technical mastery and soul to his art. He draws inspiration from iconic photographers like Cartier-Bresson and Salgado, and the influence of classic painters such as Vermeer and Rembrandt has shaped his approach to light and form.
In this conversation, Marcus discusses balancing personal artistic expression with professional work, the use of vintage lenses for mood and imperfection, and how vulnerability in art helps others feel seen. He reflects on the role of planning and intuition in crafting meaningful images, and how photography has become a lens through which he processes and appreciates life’s complexities.
I hope you enjoy the show!
You can find Marcus’ work here:
Website: https://www.marcusbell.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcusbell
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcusbellphotographer
Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast
Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography
Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
#marcusbell #australianphotographer #storytellingphotography #weddingphotography #landscapephotography #emotivephotography #blackandwhitephotography #fineartphotography #creativeexpression #photographyjourney #humanconnection #visualnarrative #photographytips #classicinfluences #personalstorytelling
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