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Nick and Steve's guests for this episode are Neil Redfern and Helen Williams, successful wedding photographers, photography educators, and the driving force behind Flash Masters, a community of photographers who love to shoot great images using off camera flash. Neil and Helen tell Nick and Steve:

• Why they decided to become photography educators, and why other photographers can follow their example
• Why they set up Flash Masters
• How Flash Masters as a community can be a learning resource for any photographer looking to improve their off camera flash skills, regardless of their current skill levels
• How they use flash on a wedding day, and not just on the dance floor!

Other topics of discussion include the pros and cons of continuous LED light versus flash, the imminent launch of the new Sony A1 Mk2 and 28-70mm F2 lens, and using a Sony A9Mk3 for wedding photography.

Neil's website : https://www.neilredfern.com/
Helen's website : https://helenwilliamsphotography.co.uk/

Neil's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NeilRedfern
Flash Masters: https://flashmasters.co/

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Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.

Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/
Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/

Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/
Steve's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/

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Steve and Nick's guest for this episode is the Peak District based wildlife and landscape photographer Tesni Ward. An OM System ambassador, she describes how redundancy from a role in medical sales drove her to become a full time photographer, and how she makes a living from her passion. She delves in to the (many) pros for her in using an OM-1 micro 4/3rds camera and lens system, and the (very) few downsides, as she see it. She also describes how she approaches photographing wildlife in a natural environment is such a captivating way.

Steve is juggles the whirlwind of wedding photography deadlines while preparing to appear in a musical theatre show, "Kings and Queens," while Nick shares tales from his recent Sicilian adventure. Between snorkeling near Mount Etna and a jellyfish encounter that left him with some unexpected souvenirs, Nick reflects on the social dynamics of travel and weddings. This episode uncovers the balance between professional and personal pursuits, blending humor and insight into the challenges of maintaining multiple passions.

The industry news section is on the demise and apparent rebirth of Rotorlight, the UK based LED photo/video lighting company, and the rumours of a new Sony camera being launched in November. Nick reflects on why camera brands are so fixated at the vlogging/content creator market for new products. Steve discusses the pros and cons of using flash modifiers at weddings.

Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.

Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/
Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/

Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/
Steve's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/

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in this episode Steve and Nick chat to Geraint Roberts, a South Wales based wedding photographer who loves to shoot film at weddings. Geraint discusses his journey in Photography, starting our with a photography based degree at Falmouth University. He also explains why he loves to shoot film at weddings, how he uses this to differentiate himself, and the processes and labs he uses to develop his film stock. For the techy spot, Steve and Nick discuss the pros and cons of always shooting wide aperture lens wide open, and the various raw compression formats now available.

Geraint Roberts : https://www.geraint-roberts.co.uk/
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Mentioned in this episode:
Exposure Film Lab Hereford https://www.exposurefilmlab.com/
Imagex Bicester https://www.imagex.co.uk/

Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.

Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/
Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/

Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/
Steve's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/

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In this episode, Steve and Nick chat with acclaimed Music, Gig and Wedding Photographer Steve Gerrard.

From spinning records for Oasis at Wembley Stadium to capturing the essence of live music and weddings through his lens, Steve Gerrard shares his photographic journey. We explore his transition from a globetrotting DJ to a professional photographer based in Montreal, delving into how his background in concert photography influences his unique style in wedding shoots. Steve offers insights on the challenges of getting bands to pay for photos and how he's managed to blend music and wedding photography to create vibrant, life-filled images.

This episode also takes a deep dive into the world of music photography, discussing the emotional and technical challenges of capturing renowned musicians like Pearl Jam and Taylor Swift. We touch on the business aspects of concert photography, the importance of storytelling, and the intricate balance between the thrill of being close to iconic figures and the demands of the job.

The team also discuss the potential US market restrictions on DJI drones, our latest weddings, camper van shoots, and a surprise celebrity wedding. Other topic include a hilarious wardrobe mishap and an unexpected firmware update saga, while Nick tells the his story of unknowingly photographing England rugby player Johnny May's wedding. Plus, our regular features of the Ten Minute Tech Talk, Movie of the week and Industry News.

Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.

Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/
Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/

Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/
Steve's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/

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In this weeks episode, Steve and Nick's guest is Guy Peterson, a photojournalist based in Dakar. Guy shares his journey from university to becoming a freelance photojournalist, highlighting the importance of networking and pitching stories to publications. He also discusses the training he has received for working in hostile environments and the challenges of balancing access and safety.

Guy also shares his views on artificial intelligence in photography, the importance of context in photography, as well as sharing some of his stories photographing in West Africa.

Steve and Nick discuss readers questions on getting fed at weddings and how to push yourself out of your comfort zone as a photographer. They also discuss new lens releases from Sigma, and Guy shares his preference for Fujifilm cameras and lenses.

The book of the week is Stags, Hens and Bunnies, from Dougie Wallace.

Nick's movie of the week is The Critic.

Guy Peterson's Website : https://www.petersonguy.com/
Guy's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/guy_peterson
Stags, Hens and Bunnies by Dougie Wallace https://www.dougiewallace.com/blackpool

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Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.

Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/
Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/

Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/
Steve's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/

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In this episode of the Photography Pod, Steve Vaughan introduces his new co-host, Nick Church, and explains the departure of the previous co-host, Martin Chung.
Steve and Nick discuss their backgrounds in photography and their plans for the podcast. They outline recurring segments such as techie talk, book reviews, and industry news. They also mention their interest in discussing technical developments in photography, films related to photography, and gear they have recently purchased.
Nick and Steve also discuss their personal experiences with photography gear and their thoughts on the photography industry. They touch on topics such as the appeal of certain camera brands, the importance of aesthetics and usability in camera design, the value of limited edition cameras, the use of film simulations in Fujifilm cameras, the challenges of shooting both photography and video, and the potential impact of AI on photography. They also mention future topics they plan to cover on the podcast, including AI in editing, sensor sizes, and photography and video integration.

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Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.

Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/
Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/

Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/
Steve's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/

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Steve and Martin's special guest for this episode is Steven Johnson. Steve is based in Shetland, far north of mainland UK. Steve caught up with Steven whilst on holiday in Orkney, for a chat about his approach to photographing the birds and animals, as well as the Sony camera's and lenses he uses.
Martin and Steve also discuss their weddings so far this season, as well as how 2025 is looking for bookings. Martin also has (another) new lens....

Steven Johnson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wild_about_shetland/

Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.

Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/
Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/

Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/
Steve's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/

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In this episode Martin and Steve reveal there 5 best AND worst purchases ever! We both have a bit of reputation for buying gear, so we have plenty to choose from. There are some surprises and a lot of laughs.

Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.

Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/
Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/

Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/
Steve's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/

Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording