The Photo Banter

On today’s podcast I welcome photographer / director Jacob Rosenberg. In this interview I speak to Jacob about his new book titled “Right Before My Eyes” a collection of images from 1988-1998. The book showcases photos of Jacobs early days as a filmmaker for Plan B Skateboards where he made both the Questionable and Virtual Reality skate videos. The book also features photos that Jacob took during his time documenting the rap collective Hieroglyphics. I also speak to Jacob about his journey to becoming a working filmmaker having directed commercials featuring Lebron James, Quincy Jones, Snoop Dogg as well as directing his full length documentary titled “Waiting for Lighting” an intimate portrait of legendary pro skateboarder Danny Way and his attempt to jump the great wall of china on a skateboard. I was excited to have Jacob on the podcast to discuss his new book but also his incredible career in filmmaking so I hope you enjoy and thanks for listening. Purchase Jacob's Book : www.jacobrosenberg.tv/shop IG : @jacobrosenberg Use promo Code "Banter" and get 2 months free at picdrop.com

On today's episode I welcome photographer Alex Papke who is based in Los Angeles,CA and has worked with clients such as Thrasher Magazine, Converse, Quicksilver, and Girl Skateboards to name a few. In this interview I speak to Alex about how he got his start in skate photography, his love of polaroid photography, and I ask him about a recent photo he took of pro vert skater Jimmy Wilkins. Use Promo Code "Banter" for 2 months free at picdrop.com Purchase a photo banter hat below : https://thephotobanter.bigcartel.com/product/photo-banter-adjustable-sized-hat Peep Alex's Work : www.alexpapke.com IG - @alex_papke

On today’s podcast I welcome photographer Alexis Cuarezma who is based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Alexis has worked with clients such as Nike, Sports Illustrated, HBO, and People Magazine to name a few. In this interview I speak to Alexis about his recent photo project on Ballet dancers which he published in a new Magazine titled “Destined for Greatness” which features not only amazing imagery but also goes into depth of the stories of his subjects as well as his creative process. I also speak to Alexis about his approach to lighting as well as what he enjoys about using 8x10 cameras. Alexis is an accomplished photographer who brings a real enthusiasm to his work so I was excited to get an opportunity to speak with Alexis about his journey with photography so I hope you enjoy and thanks for listening. Purchase a Photo Banter Hat : thephotobanter.bigcartel.com Get 2 Months Free of Picdrop : Use promo code "banter" Peep Alexis's work : www.alexiscuarezma.com @alexiscuarezma

On today’s episode I speak with photographer and filmmaker Patrick Odell. Patrick is most well known for his popular docu series titled Epicly Later’d which showcases stories on professional skateboarders and skateboarding culture. Prior to starting his documentary series Patrick worked as a photographer for Thrasher Magazine traveling the world photographing skateboarders such as Andrew Reynolds, Jim Greco, Spanky , and Jerry Hsu to name a few. In this interview I speak to Patrick about his new book titled “Epicly Later’d” which is a body of work comprised of photos from his popular blog back in the early to mid 2000’s documenting his daily life living in NYC in his 20’s. I also speak to Patrick about the process of creating his epicly later’s docu series. I’ve been a big fan of Patricks work and his show so it was a real pleasure to get a chance to speak with him! www.patrickodell.com Purchase Patrick's Book : https://shop.mexicansummer.com/merch/468725-patrick-odell-epicly-laterd?lang=en_GB Use Promo Code "banter" for 2 months free at www.picdrop.com Purchase a Photo Banter Hat : https://thephotobanter.bigcartel.com/?_gl=1*1hxyx4z*_gcl_au*MTY3ODMwODk1MS4xNzI4ODYzOTY3LjY3MTYyNDc5NC4xNzI4ODY2ODE3LjE3Mjg4NjY4MjY.*_ga*MTk1MjgzNDM5OS4xNzI4ODYzOTY3*_ga_QZ4HDFTSEZ*MTcyODg2Mzk2Ni4xLjEuMTcyODg2NzE4Ny42MC4wLjExNzgwNDYwMzA.

On today's episode I welcome on photographer Jake Ricker who is based in San Francisco,CA. Jake has spent over six years documenting the Golden Gate Bridge everyday for 8 hours or more daily. In this interview I speak to Jake about his approach to photography and what made him want to dedicate so much time to one project. Jake is a true artist and someone I really respect for their work and dedication to the craft. www.jakericker.com IG - @Jake_ricker

On today's podcast I welcome back my good friend Andrew "Ando" Caulfield. Andrew is a photographer based in San Francisco,CA. Last week Ando and I attended the final Oakland A's game ever and photographed the historic day. Ando is a photographer I really respect for his enthusiasm for the craft and for his excitement for Travel. Peep Ando's work www.andosphotos.com IG - @andophotos______

On today's podcast I welcome on photographer Timothy Archibald who is based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Timothy has been a working commercial / editorial photographer for over 25 years and is also a professor of photography at the Academy of Art in San Francisco. In this interview I speak to Timothy about his journey with photography and his new AI project "The AI Camera Club" a work of narrative fiction created using AI technology. Peep Timothy's work : www.timothyarchibald.com Instagram- @Timothy_archibald

On today's podcast I speak with cinematographer Jeff Vogeding who has worked with clients such as Nike, Disney, as well as productions for the Mandalorian and the movie NOPE directed by Jordan Peele. Jeff also has a lot of experience with underwater cinematography. Peep Jeff's Work : www.jeffreyvogeding.com Instagram - @jeffv0

On today's podcast I welcome on photographer Ari Michelson who is based in Los Angeles,CA and has worked with clients such as AARP,PEOPLE,and Esquire to name a few. In this interview I speak to Ari about his early days of photography, his approach to portraiture and his experience photo assisting photographers such as Peggy Sirota,Jeff Lipsky,and Mark Seliger. Peep Ari's work : www.ariandlouise.com IG - @ariandlouise

On today’s podcast I speak with photographer Valerie J Bower. Valerie is a photographer based in Los Angeles,CA whose work focuses on documenting her everyday life in Los Angeles, Low riding culture, as well as various sub cultures around the world. In this interview I speak to Valerie about her recent experience photographing and touring with the band Limp Bizkit as well as her partner and musician N8NOFACE all across the country this Summer. I also speak to Valerie about interest in photographing the Low Riding car culture of Los Angeles and her approach to documentary based work. I was really excited to speak to Valerie about her interest in making Zines which she designs and sells herself and hosts zine fests around LA with other photographers / Zine makers. I really enjoyed this interview and left inspired by Valeries true passion for photography as well as her DIY approach to making zines and approach to photography. I hope you enjoy this episode and big thanks to friend of the podcast Estevan Oriol for making this episode happen. PEEP Valerie's Work : IG - @valeriej.bower https://www.instagram.com/valeriej.bower?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== ZINE'S by Valerie : https://valeriejbower.bigcartel.com