The Dare Photography Podcast

Welcome back to The Dare Photography Podcast. Today’s episode is for the ones getting in their own way—the ones who know too much, think too much, and feel stuck because they’ve forgotten how it felt to be new.We’re talking about beginner’s mind—why it’s not just for rookies, but the key to staying alive creatively. We’ll unpack why the most dangerous thing in photography isn’t failure—it’s comfort. Why chasing connection in the moment can be a trap. Why fear doesn’t need fixing—it needs honouring. And why the best images often speak to you long after you’ve shot them.If you’re out there overthinking every shot, waiting for confidence, chasing gear, chasing perfection—this one’s for you. Strip it back. Remember how you saw everything when you started. That’s the power we’re trying to reclaim.So let’s get into it. No fluff. No filters. Just truth.THE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITYTo gain entry to our WhatsApp community, contact Gary and Katie via the webpage:Community Page LinkWEBSITElashmarcreative.comINSTAGRAM• The Street ThiefInstagram• Dare (idaretoshoot)InstagramTHE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration)Inspiration ShotZINESThe Way of the Street PhotographerBooks & ZinesMusic by Max BiancoInstagramThank you for SUBSCRIBING.Lashmar (aka the Street Thief)x.

Is boredom just fear in disguise? In this raw, rambling, but razor-sharp episode of The Dare Photography Podcast, Gary Lashmar – aka The Smudge with a Grudge – tears into the myth of boredom, the lie of new gear as inspiration, and the grind it takes to get good. From street portraits to the Six Bells in Cambridge, this one’s laced with love letters to the underdog, creative discomfort, and Max Bianco’s move to Camden. If you’ve ever felt stuck, uninspired, or just itching to swap your camera instead of facing your fear – press play. There’s gold in the repetition. And fire in the boredom.LASHMAR on YOUTUBEhttps://youtube.com/lashmarTHE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITYTo gain entry to our WhatsApp community, contact Gary and Katie via the webpage:Community Page LinkWEBSITElashmarcreative.comINSTAGRAM• The Street ThiefInstagram• Dare (idaretoshoot)InstagramTHE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration)Inspiration ShotZINESThe Way of the Street PhotographerBooks & ZinesMusic by Max BiancoInstagramThank you for SUBSCRIBING.Lashmar (aka the Street Thief)x.

I’m not unhappy with my photography — but I know I want more from it. In this episode, I’m stripping it all back and going back to basics with my street photography. I talk about how I’m shaking things up by shooting in shorter, sharper bursts. Less wandering, more intention. Less waiting, more wakefulness. It’s a mindset shift that’s already helping me reconnect with what I love about raw street photography — that edge, that unpredictability, that honesty.I’ve switched to a 20mm lens (13mm on the Fuji), which has completely changed the way I shoot. Wide angle lenses force you to get close and be deliberate — no hiding, no laziness. It’s a decision that’s reinvigorating my entire approach to Fuji photography.Plus: one quote from Susan Sontag that hit me like a freight train, and a reminder that feeling unbalanced might be the best place to start.LASHMAR on YOUTUBEhttps://youtube.com/lashmarTHE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITYTo gain entry to our WhatsApp community, contact Gary and Katie via the webpage:Community Page LinkWEBSITElashmarcreative.comINSTAGRAM• The Street ThiefInstagram• Dare (idaretoshoot)InstagramTHE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration)Inspiration ShotZINESThe Way of the Street PhotographerBooks & ZinesMusic by Max BiancoInstagramThank you for SUBSCRIBING.Lashmar (aka the Street Thief)x.

A little bit of a rant and … the way I see it there are positive rants and negative rants. This is a positive one. Street Photography is a young medium and in actual fact so is street photography false stop. There are all of these rules and guidelines which are important but there are not so important that people should be scared to stick to not abide by them as if there are some kind of religion. LASHMAR on YOUTUBEhttps://youtube.com/lashmarTHE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITYTo gain entry to our WhatsApp community, contact Gary and Katie via the webpage:Community Page LinkWEBSITElashmarcreative.comINSTAGRAM• The Street ThiefInstagram• Dare (idaretoshoot)InstagramTHE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration)Inspiration ShotZINESThe Way of the Street PhotographerBooks & ZinesMusic by Max BiancoInstagramThank you for SUBSCRIBING.Lashmar (aka the Street Thief)x.

PODCAST SHOW NOTESTITLE: 🎬 "Behind the Screens: Daniella Vale on Her Monumental NYC Installation"In this episode, I sit down with Daniella Vale—a filmmaker, photographer, and creative director whose work spans continents and mediums. From early beginnings in Tokyo's documentary scene to collaborations with Cannes-recognized directors in Mumbai, Daniella has built a diverse portfolio. Her projects include work with VICE, MTV, Google, Prada, and artists like Alicia Keys and Deepak Chopra. We delve into her latest endeavor: Path of Liberty: That Which Unites US, a monumental public art installation in Manhattan. Spanning over six acres along First Avenue between 38th and 41st Streets, the exhibit features 45 large-scale screens displaying portraits and audio stories from 50 Americans. This immersive experience invites visitors to reflect on themes of liberty, equality, and unity, serving as a prelude to the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026. Daniella shares insights into the project's conception, the stories behind the faces, and the challenges of bringing such a large-scale installation to life in the heart of New York City.PATH OF LIBERTY DETAILSInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/pathoflibertynyc/Websitehttps://pathoflibertynyc.com/Book your Free Tickethttps://embed.prod.simpletix.com/d5938e0e-0618-4a8a-9ee4-29eebc5e1603/213343DANIELLAS INFORMATIONWebsitehttps://www.daniellavale.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/daniellava/MY DETAILSINSTAGRAMYOUTUBEhttps://youtube.com/lashmarTHE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITYTo gain entry to our WhatsApp community, contact Gary and Katie via the webpage:Community Page LinkWEBSITElashmarcreative.comINSTAGRAM• The Street ThiefInstagram• Dare (idaretoshoot)InstagramTHE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration)Inspiration ShotZINESThe Way of the Street PhotographerBooks & ZinesMusic by Max BiancoInstagramThank you for SUBSCRIBING.Lashmar (aka the Street Thief)x.

Here’s something new: pretty much for the first time, I’m bringing my podcast right here to YouTube. Same raw, unfiltered photography chat — just now with a face (mine) and a bit of extra edge.In this episode, it’s me there’s a whole bunch of me feeling this new format out whilst I’m not new to youtube or indeed chatting to you the audience I’m new to doing both at the same time. This is the disruptive photography podcast. Real, raw chat and opinion in an attempt to break down the myths and must-dos in the street, portrait and photography industry full stop. No fluff. No gear worship. No trend-chasing. Just real talk about how to keep your work sharp, your eyes open, and your creative edge honed. Whether you’re deep in the street scene or just looking to shake yourself awake creatively, there’s something here for you.And I want to hear from you — all of you. Podcast listeners, YouTube viewers — what do you think of this video format? Is it working for you? Does it add something new you want more of? Drop a comment, leave a message, let me know. Your feedback matters and will help shape where I take this next.So — hit play, welcome to the first-ever YouTube drop, and let’s get into it.INSTAGRAMYOUTUBEhttps://youtube.com/lashmarTHE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITYTo gain entry to our WhatsApp community, contact Gary and Katie via the webpage:Community Page LinkWEBSITElashmarcreative.comINSTAGRAM• The Street ThiefInstagram• Dare (idaretoshoot)InstagramTHE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration)Inspiration ShotZINESThe Way of the Street PhotographerBooks & ZinesMusic by Max BiancoInstagramThank you for SUBSCRIBING.Lashmar (aka the Street Thief)x.

With the next Dare Photography Experience just a week away, this episode dives into why workshops like this matter — and why most photographers hit a wall despite all the tutorials, books, and gear advice out there.We’re not talking surface-level fixes here. We’re talking about the deeper shifts: how to break through creative plateaus, why discomfort is essential for growth, and what kind of support actually helps you move forward — both as a photographer and a person.If you’re curious why the Dare Photography Experience keeps selling out — or just want to understand what kind of mindset change unlocks real progress — this episode is for you.In this episode of The Dare Photography Podcast, I dig into the connection between mental health and street photography—from raw self-doubt to waking up and potentially experiencing a healthier state of mental health. I talk about the need to challenge ourselves, to step outside the groove of familiarity and to operate more fully in the now moment. This ain’t a polished self-help chat and still my hope is that it is useful. I talk from my experience hopefully without preaching. This is not about fixing anybody. People are fine as they are. They perhaps just need a little light to guide the way. INSTAGRAMYOUTUBEhttps://youtube.com/lashmarTHE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITYTo gain entry to our WhatsApp community, contact Gary and Katie via the webpage:Community Page LinkWEBSITElashmarcreative.comINSTAGRAM• The Street ThiefInstagram• Dare (idaretoshoot)InstagramTHE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration)Inspiration ShotZINESThe Way of the Street PhotographerBooks & ZinesMusic by Max BiancoInstagramThank you for SUBSCRIBING.Lashmar (aka the Street Thief)x.

In this episode of The Dare Photography Podcast, I dig into the connection between mental health and street photography—from raw self-doubt to waking up and potentially experiencing a healthier state of mind. I talk about the need to challenge ourselves, to step outside the groove of familiarity and to operate more fully in the now moment. This ain’t a polished self-help chat and still my hope is that it is useful. I talk from my experience hopefully without preaching. This is not about fixing anybody. People are fine as they are. They perhaps just need a little light to guide the way. YOUTUBEhttps://youtube.com/lashmarTHE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITYTo gain entry to our WhatsApp community, contact Gary and Katie via the webpage:Community Page LinkWEBSITElashmarcreative.comINSTAGRAM• The Street ThiefInstagram• Dare (idaretoshoot)InstagramTHE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration)Inspiration ShotZINESThe Way of the Street PhotographerBooks & ZinesMusic by Max BiancoInstagramThank you for SUBSCRIBING.Lashmar (aka the Street Thief)x.

In this episode I’m calling bullshit on the illusion of progress being sold to photographers everywhere. Street Photographers gain confidence through rigour - not comfort. Confidence isn’t something you get—it’s something you do. And yet, the industry keeps pushing the idea that buying more gear, upgrading cameras, or chasing the latest lens will somehow make you brave, better, or bolder. It won’t.This episode is a conversation about urgency, discomfort, and the real work behind building confidence—not only in street photography, but in life. You’ll hear thoughts on:Why gear gives you options but steals your edgeWhat real growth actually feels like (hint: it’s awkward)Why legends like Moriyama, Vivian Maier, and Bruce Gilden did more with lessThe creative fuel hidden inside constraint, chaos, and characterWhy waiting for permission is the quickest way to kill your voiceThis is raw, real, and hopefully exactly the nudge you didn’t know you needed.Listen. Feel. Share. And if it hits—subscribe, so I can keep creating more like it.INSTAGRAMYOUTUBEhttps://youtube.com/lashmarTHE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITYTo gain entry to our WhatsApp community, contact Gary and Katie via the webpage:Community Page LinkWEBSITElashmarcreative.comINSTAGRAM• The Street ThiefInstagram• Dare (idaretoshoot)InstagramTHE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration)Inspiration ShotZINESThe Way of the Street PhotographerBooks & ZinesMusic by Max BiancoInstagramThank you for SUBSCRIBING.Lashmar (aka the Street Thief)x.INSTAGARMEP 50 - Zoomento Unfiltered: Flash Street Portraits and the Death of Safe Photography🔗 Listen in full via bio linkwith SPECIAL GUESTBold, flash-fuelled and 100% unfiltered—this episode we’re joined by the one and only @Zoomento: Paris-based, US-born flash street photographer and founder of the Street Badass community.We talk about:⚡️ Owning your space as a photographer🔥 Breaking the rules with flash🧠 Creative instincts & confronting the scene🚫 Saying no to boring street photography#streetbadass#idaretoshoot#photographypodcast#flashstreetphotography#shootwithattitude#creativephotographersMusic by MAX BIANCO

For our 50th episode, we’re celebrating in proper Dare style—by kicking down the doors with none other than Zoomento, aka Todd Visser. Born in the States, blazing on the streets of Paris. Flashgun at the ready, Todd’s street portrait is bold, dynamic and heart-felt. Todd is also the founder of the Street Badass community and a walking rebellion against monotonous street photography. The perfect 50th anniversary guest. In this raw and unfiltered convo, we talk creative instincts, bold aesthetics, and why flash street portraiture ain’t just a style—it’s a statement. We explore what it means to own your presence, to confront the scene, and to flip the script on what the so-called rules of street photography say you should be doing.This one’s for the ones who refuse to blend in. Let’s go.ALL THINGS TODDINSTAGRAMToddhttps://www.instagram.com/zoomentoStreet Badasshttps://www.instagram.com/street_badassCOMING UP - LONDON STREET PHOTOGRAPHY FESTwww.streetbadass.com NOTE - PARIS EXHIBITION / 16-20 APRIL PARISYOUTUBEhttps://youtube.com/lashmarTHE DARE PHOTOGRAPHY WHATSAPP COMMUNITYTo gain entry to our WhatsApp community, contact Gary and Katie via the webpage:Community Page LinkWEBSITElashmarcreative.comINSTAGRAM• The Street ThiefInstagram• Dare (idaretoshoot)InstagramTHE INSPIRATION SHOT (weekly photography inspiration)Inspiration ShotZINESThe Way of the Street PhotographerBooks & ZinesMusic by Max BiancoInstagramThank you for SUBSCRIBING.Lashmar (aka the Street Thief)x.