Street Shots Photography Podcast

"I do not try to find myself in what I 'shoot,' but perhaps I want to see the position of the world I am in." -- Daido Moriyama "Often while traveling with a camera we arrive just as the sun slips over the horizon of a moment, too late to expose film, only time enough to expose our hearts." -- Minor White In this episode, Antonio and Ward catch up and talk about the trips they each took recently. Ward shares his experience traveling through Japan for eleven days, visiting Tokyo, Hiroshima, and Osaka. He talks about how he planned his photo approach ahead of time, but also how being in such a different place pushed him to adjust on the fly. There’s a lot about the feeling of being there—the quiet streets, the pace of the subway system, the powerful visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, and what it was like photographing during the peak of cherry blossom season. Antonio then talks about a shorter but important trip he made to Lincoln, Nebraska. It was his first time flying in a long while, and also his first time seeing the place where he plans to move. He visited his girlfriend, met her kids and friends, and started to get a feel for the town and what life might be like there. He also made time to take some pictures and begin thinking about what kind of photography might come out of being in a new environment.   Photo Gallery: https://tinyurl.com/24tj8ubq   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio

"I don't come as a photographer. I come as a friend." -- Alfred Eisenstaedt "I didn't decide to be a photographer; I just happened to fall into it." -- Berenice Abbott   With Ward heading off to Japan, he and Antonio hand the mic to their friend Keith Goldstein for this special episode. Keith takes over hosting duties and turns the tables by interviewing Antonio during a walk along NYC’s High Line. The two chat about Antonio’s full photography journey—from messing around with an Instamatic as a kid, to working in stock photography, to reconnecting with street photography as a more personal and grounding practice. They talk gear choices, old influences, shifting creative paths, and how life (and loss) can reshape your reasons for picking up a camera. It’s a relaxed, honest, and reflective conversation—captured on a sunny afternoon, with city sounds in the background and a giant pigeon looking on.     Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links: Keith Goldstein's Instagram and Blog Outskirts Press Manhatta by Keith Goldstein Boroughs in Focus: A Visual Journey Through New York City’s Heart (Photographer's America) Paperback – April 30, 2025 by Keith Goldstein   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio

This discussion shines a spotlight on the iconic Gordon Parks, tracing his remarkable rise from modest beginnings to a celebrated photographer. The hosts delve into Parks' powerful ‘Segregation Story’ series that exposes racial injustices. They also explore the iconic 'American Gothic' photo, revealing its cultural significance. The conversation highlights Parks’ transition to filmmaking with 'Shaft' and his ability to merge photography and film to tackle social issues. Personal reflections on his lasting impact reinforce the importance of visual storytelling.

  Antonio opens this month’s episode with a personal message explaining that it’s going to be a rerun instead of a new show. After losing his beloved cat of 19 years,  Eddie, Antonio just wasn’t in the right headspace to record. He shares how much Eddie meant to both him and his late wife, and why saying goodbye was so tough. For the rerun, Antonio picks a special episode from  October 2022, when Ward visited New York, and they recorded together in person right after seeing the Bernd and Hilla Becher exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It’s a meaningful conversation and a reminder of how photography, friendship, and life’s hard moments are all connected. Regular episodes will be back in March.   Show Links: Bernd and Hilla Becher exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. YouTube videos: Bernd & Hilla Becher Virtual Opening | Met Exhibitions Bernd and Hilla Becher and their 19th and Early 20th-century Precursors with Jeff Rosenheim Bernd and Hilla Becher, Hauser & Wirth Zürich Becher photography exhibition in the Ruhr Valley | Video of the day Hilla and Bernd Becher invented a new genre of photography   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio  

Walk up to sentimentality but don’t become it. -- Larry Sultan If you like something that someone is doing, tell them!  -- Todd Hido   In this episode, Antonio kicks things off with a hands-on review of the Fujifilm X-M5, a compact, feature-packed mirrorless camera that’s quickly become a favorite. He shares his impressions after testing it during the Lunar New Year celebrations in Chinatown, highlighting its speedy autofocus, convenient film simulation dial, and the nostalgic charm of the silver-top design. While the lack of a viewfinder presents some challenges in bright conditions, Antonio praises the camera’s versatility—especially when paired with manual lenses and a fun little retro flash he recently picked up. Two thumbs up! Ward recounts a recent encounter with acclaimed photographer Todd Hido, who visited Calgary for a public talk. Ward recounts Hido’s approachable, candid style and reveals some interesting behind-the-scenes tricks, like using glycerin on windshields for a rain-soaked effect. They discuss the emotional depth of Hido’s work and the compelling presentation of his new book The End Sends Advance Warning, with its large-format images and translucent family-photo insert. The episode wraps with Ward’s recap of his trip to Daytona for the 24-hour endurance race, where he had rare access to pit lane and behind-the-scenes action. Armed with a telephoto lens borrowed from Antonio, Ward describes the challenges of capturing high-speed cars at night, with the blur of headlights and motion adding an artistic dimension to the shots. He shares how the event’s unique lighting conditions pushed his ISO settings to their limits and gave him a chance to experiment with different shutter speeds and compositions. From sleek Ferraris under the lights to candid moments in the pits, Ward reflects on the thrill of documenting a world where precision and speed are everything—both on and off the track.   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question. ----more---- Ward's Daytona Pix:   Show Links: Fujifilm X-M5 + XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ Lens Kit - Silver TTArtisan 56mm F1.8 Fuji X-Mount TTArtisan 25mm F2 Fuji X-Mount Brightin Star 35mm F0.95 Fuji X-Mount   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio

Keith Goldstein, a seasoned photographer with a background at Getty Images and Shutterstock, shares his insights on the evolving landscape of stock photography and the impact of AI on the industry. He discusses the challenges photographers face, including competition from free sites and AI-generated content. The conversation dives into his book 'Manhatta', inspired by the 1921 film, capturing the essence of New York City. Keith also teases exciting upcoming projects focused on New York’s boroughs and Broadway, blending personal stories with industry reflections.

"I've learned over the years not to make big decisions based on short-term emotions because feelings aren't facts and they will pass or at least change.”   "Give yourself permission to begin again."  -- Sean Tucker   In this first episode of 2025, Antonio and Ward discuss what keeps the creativity alive when the motivation runs on low. Of course, revisiting older work, like photo shoots or journal entries, brings new ideas and gives a feeling of progress. Usually, at moments like this, looking back at those previous efforts brings to the foreground growth that was not as noticeable then. They talk about routines, small habits, keeping the juices flowing, like organizing one's gear or calling into photography groups-little rituals that play an enormous part. Still, they also talk about community, people they have got around them, which they get together with, share their thoughts with, and spark each other where and when it is really needed.   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question. All Show Links - https://linktr.ee/streetshots   Links:   Ibarionex - The Candid Frame "Surviving the Loss of Everything"  Support Ibarionex by buying him some coffee. Lots of coffee. Sean Tucker "When You Feel Like Giving Up." Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio

“Which of my photographs is my favorite? The one I’m going to take tomorrow.”  – Imogen Cunningham "Life is my subject matter." – Trent Parke Happy New Year, Everyone! So, in this end-of-year episode, Antonio and Ward just sit down and have a really thoughtful, easygoing chat about everything that stuck with them over the past year—photographers who left an impression, creative shifts in their own work, and the bigger conversations happening in the world of photography. It’s not like a bullet-point rundown or anything, more of a natural back-and-forth about what resonated with them and why. They dive into how certain photographers made them pause and think, how their own styles have evolved over time, and, of course, the growing presence of AI in photography—especially how it’s starting to change conversations around authenticity and the meaning behind an image. They also touch on this balance between preparation and spontaneity, you know, how planning can really shape your creative process, but also how important it is to leave space for those unexpected moments to surprise you. Overall, it’s just a super relaxed, honest conversation with a mix of curiosity and reflection as they try to make sense of the year and think about where things might be headed next.   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram   Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio

Antonio and Ward kick off this episode of Street Shots by chatting about some recent photography finds. Ward got his hands on a Godox Lux Junior flash, a small, retro-style unit that’s easy to use and sparks creative fun. Antonio talks about his latest book pick, Segregation Story by Gordon Parks, praising the powerful color photos that vividly depict segregation in America. Ward also discovered East Beats, Osaka 1964-1970 by Yoshihiro Suzuki, a street photography collection capturing everyday life in Osaka with a quiet, observant touch. Both books spark thoughtful discussions on how photographers interpret the world through their lenses.   This naturally leads to a deeper conversation about the unique role of photographers—being both distant observers and fully engaged participants. They explore how taking pictures can be a way of connecting while staying somewhat detached, a tricky balance that often leads to compelling images. They also touch on seasonal isolation and how solitude can sharpen creative focus, inspiring more intentional work. It’s a reflective episode about seeing, connecting, and creating while walking that fine line between observer and participant.   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links: Godox Lux Junior flash Segregation Story by Gordon Parks East Beats, Osaka 1964-1970 by Yoshihiro Suzuki Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio

  In this episode, Antonio and Ward explore the idea of a “color voice” in photography—a personal and intentional use of color that can shape a photographer’s visual identity. They discuss how color choices can influence the emotional impact of an image, creating a mood or enhancing the story being told. From vibrant, high-contrast palettes to more subtle, muted tones, they examine how photographers can experiment with color to reflect their own creative vision and connect with their audience on a deeper level. The conversation focuses on how a photographer’s relationship with color extends beyond editing, involving how they perceive and capture colors in various environments. Antonio shares his thoughts on letting color become a defining feature of one’s style, while Ward discusses how lighting and surroundings can transform the way colors are experienced in an image. Their discussion highlights the interplay between observation, creativity, and intentionality in crafting a photographic voice through color.   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio