The Photography Pod

For this last show of 2025, Steve and Nick look back on 2025 and their respective year of professional photography. They also pay tribute to Martin Parr, who passed away recently, with Steve sharing personal reflections including a much treasured photo Martin took of Steve's now late brother at the Black Country Living Museum. The guys also discuss their plans for 2026, before the obligatory Christmas Quiz. The Black Country Living Museum https://bclm.com/ Martin Parr's photograph of Steve's Brother https://www.instagram.com/p/DRPq8LhEauk/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

With the Sony A75 now officially launched, Nick and Steve have a special guest in Luke Vaughan (no relation to Steve!), a professional rock and metal photographer who shoots Sony. The panel discuss the pros and cons of the new Sony camera, particularly versus the Lumix S1 II, which Luke now uses to deliver both widescreen and social media format video to his clients. Luke Vaughan Photography http://instagram.com/lukevaughanphotography Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

In this episode of The Photography Pod, wedding photographers Steve Vaughan and Nick Church discuss the upcoming new Sony Alpha 7M5, scheduled for launch in early December. They discuss the pro's and con's of the rumoured specification, particularly for hybrid photo/video shooters. The guys also discuss their approach for shooting hybrid at weddings, including using the DJI Osmo Pocket 3. Luke Vaughan Photography https://www.lukevaughanphotography.com/ Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

In this episode of the Photography Pod, hosts Steve Vaughan and Nick Church discuss various aspects of running a photography business, including pricing strategies, understanding costs, and the impact of VAT. They share insights on efficient culling techniques, camera settings, and the challenges of high ISO photography. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, continuous learning, and the value of photography beyond just monetary gain. Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Steve and Nick are joined by Karl Taylor, a renowned advertising, fashion and beauty photographer with over 25 years experience of working with some of the leading global brands. From his studios in Guernsey, he specialises in precise and exquisite control of lighting. He is also the founder of Visual Education, an award winning on line education platform with over 1m followers and nearly 300,000 creatives who have participated on the courses. Karl also made his film directing debut in 2024 with the release of The Hunt for Lady Olive & The German Submarine, a four year project to search for the sunken wrecks of a WW1 British Boat and German U-Boat who sunk each other in the English Channel in 1917. Karl is an ambassador for Hasselblad and Broncolor. Karl Taylor Website https://karltaylor.com/ Visual Education https://visualeducation.com/ https://thehuntforthegermansubmarine.com/ Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Steve and Nick's guest for this week's show is Michał Korta, an award winning Polish portrait and documentary photographer, who shares his artistic approach, creative process, and unique projects. He is from a new generation of photographers who seek projects from both historical and every day life. He has published two photobooks, including Balkan Playground, a study of the complicated identity and atmosphere of the Balkan region. Steve has experienced the highs and lows of two very different weddings, and Nick has some important health advice for photographers who spend a lot of time in the sun. Michal Korta Website https://kortastudio.com/ Michal Korta Instagram https://www.instagram.com/michal_korta/ Balkan Playground Project https://www.lensculture.com/michal-korta?modal=project-60261 Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Nick is back from his vacation in Croatia, and used his phone for his holiday photos! Is a smart phone all you need when on holiday? Steve is contemplating (another) new camera, but which Sony should he buy? And what are Sony up to with the camera line up? Plus the legalities of taking street photos in Paris. Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Steve and Nick's guest this episode is Marcus Ahmad. Marcus has had a long and varied career in photography, including fashion, advertising and now brand photography. He is also a qualified senior lecturer in fashion and advertising photography. Marcus somehow also finds time to play bass guitar for a variety of bands and venues. Steve is nursing a hangover from sampling real ales in Birmingham, whilst Nick is packing his bags for a well earned vacation. Marcus Ahmad Website https://www.marcusahmad.com/ Shoot to the Top Podcast https://shoottothetop.com/ Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Steve and Nick are running on empty through a busy wedding season! In this show they look at their respective collection of Sony fit lenses. Do we really need that F1.4 aperture? And what else do they look for when choosing and using Sony lenses. The guys also look at their back up strategies for wedding raw files, do we have a blind spot in our workflow? And, at what stage do we break out the flash gear at a wedding, if at all? Evoto One launch event in NYC https://luma.com/1c3nl5kq Fujikina London https://www.fujifilm-x.com/en-gb/events/fujikina-london-2025/ Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Nick and Steve put wedding photography awards under the microscope with Luke Simon, the curator and founder of the International Wedding Photographer of the Year awards. The International Wedding Photographer of the Year showcases the work of Wedding Photographers worldwide and has become the new benchmark for Wedding Photography competitions. Nick, Steve and Luke discuss judging criteria, the impact of technology on photography, and the future of awards in a rapidly changing landscape. The guys also reflect on the importance of recognition and connection in the photography profession. Steve has been buying and selling gear (again), and Nick is working hard on content for the Nick Church Academy. IWPOTY awards https://iwpoty.com/ Steve's 2019 Wedding Photographer of the Year award https://www.samandstevephotography.com/news/steve-vaughan-wedding-photographer-of-the-year Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Steve and Nick delve back into their bulging camera bags and discuss the favourite - and least favourite- Sony photography and video gear. Steve has been meeting podcast royalty at an unlikely location, whilst Nick has been getting lost in North Oxfordshire. Plus, is LinkedIn a place for photographers to get bookings? Sony microphone that Steve couldn't remember the model number of (!) ECM-B1M https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras-microphones/ecm-b1m Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Steve and Nick are both now fully into wedding season, but Nick manages to fit in a trip to Ireland before the season gets crazy! The guys discuss the pros and cons of shooting JPG's professionally, and should you convert your propriety raw files into DNG. Steve has been using film simulation JPG's on his Ricoh GR3x and Samantha's X100VI, and discusses the merits of Sony film simulations. They discuss the new Sony RX1R III, and who is it for, and some of the wierdest requests they have had at a wedding. Topics in the show: Sony RX1R III https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/cyber-shot-compact-cameras/dsc-rx1rm3 Elgato Prompter https://www.elgato.com/uk/en/p/prompter Sony Film Simulation Recipes https://www.veresdenialex.com/post/sony-film-simulations-recipes-best-sony-picture-profiles Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

For this episode Steve and Nick are joined by Jan Willem Van Konijnenburg, one half of Creative Depiction Studio, a Gloucestershire based wedding photographer and videographer, whom Nick often works with a weddings. The three of us discuss those all important non-camera gear stuff we always take to weddings, and we couldn't be without! Nick has been working hard on the Nick Church Creative Academy, whilst Steve has had his walking books on walking, and videoing, the Oxfordshire Way. Mentioned in the show: https://www.creativedepictionstudio.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/creativedepictionstudio/ https://www.artsac.co.uk/ https://reggiebphotography.com/ http://instagram.com/osanbilgi/ Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Nick and Steve's guest for this week's show is Jay Farrell, a Nashville, TN based photographer who specialises in photographing abandoned building throughout USA. He is also a successful author, with 15 published books of abandoned buildings and his travels. He recently self published is own book, Route 66 Roadscapes. He tells Steve and Nick: How he got started photographing abandoned buildings How he finds his locations How he keeps safe when exploring His approach to writing and publishing books His minimalist approach to camera gear. Nick has been working hard on the Nick Church Creative Academy, and also dropping cameras again, whilst Steve has just come back from a vacation in Croatia, including a trip to Mostar in Bosnia and Hercegovina. Jay Farrell Author https://www.jayfarrellauthor.com/ Jay Farrell Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jayfarrellauthor/ Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

For this week's show Steve becomes the guest and Nick the interviewer, as Steve, with his wife Samantha (Sam) tell Nick how they photograph weddings, and what gear they use on the day. With over 450 weddings behind them, Sam and Steve have been photographing weddings from their home in North Oxfordshire for 15 years. They describe how they work together on the wedding day as joint photographers, how they are bring video into their work, and why Sam is the main reason for their reputation and customer service awards. Nick updates on his Creative Academy, which has now gone live, and Steve looks back at the first meet up of listeners to the show for some street photography in Oxford. Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Nick is flying solo on this latest episode of The Photography pod, as Steve is away. Nick's guest is Courtney Victoria, a British Landscape and Outdoor Photographer currently based in South West England . They explore Courtney's journey into photography, the impact of COVID-19 on her career, her preferred camera equipment, and her approach to both landscape and macro photography. The conversation also touches on the importance of stability in macro photography, the challenges of gear acquisition syndrome, and the joy of discovering nature through photography. Courtney also discusses her journey as a photographer and YouTuber, sharing insights on her gear, the evolution of her YouTube channel, the realities of monetizing content, and her passion for teaching through photography tours. She also offers valuable tips for aspiring macro photographers, emphasizing the importance of patience and observation in nature. Courtney Victoria Website https://www.courtneyvictoriaphotography.com/ Courtney Victoria's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@CourtneyVictoria Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Nick becomes Steve's interview guest in this episode of The Photography Pod, as we delve into the deep and murky depth's of Nick's camera bag. The show features an in depth discussion on how Nick photographs weddings including his choice of cameras and lenses, his approach to the different phases of the wedding day, his post processing and the CRM he uses to book the wedding. In other news Steve has a hot experience in Birmingham and Nick gets suntan in front of a fridge. Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Steve and Nick's guest this week is Francesco Gola, a fine art landscape photographer, who shares his journey into photography, his love for long exposure seascapes, and the emotional connection he feels with the sea. Francesco shares his insights on landscape photography, emphasizing the importance of planning, adapting to nature, and capturing emotions through weather. He discusses the tools and techniques he uses for location scouting, the significance of color consistency in post-processing, and how the experience of being in nature can enhance the photographic journey. Nick has been crashing drones since the last show, and Steve shares his thoughts on his new monitor, the 5K BenQ SW2730S, designed for Mac. Francesco Gola is a band ambassador for Zeiss, BenQ, Calibrite, Nisi others. His website : https://www.francescogola.net/ Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Nick and Steve's guest photographer for this episode is Victoria (Vic) Hillman, a macro and wildlife photographer. Vic shares how her Zoology and Biology academic background helps her in her work, and her understanding of the subjects she photographers. She also discusses her project " Forgotten Little Creatures", the plants, invertebrates, amphibians and reptiles which are often feared, ignored, overlooked and even forgotten about despite the important role they play in their habitats. Steve and Nick discuss destination weddings, and the risks of UK photographers photographing weddings in Trump's USA. The also discuss the new Sigma BF, a revolutionary new camera with an emphasis on style and design. https://www.forgottenlittlecreatures.com/ Vic Hillman on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vic.hillman_flc.project/ Sigma BF https://www.sigma-global.com/en/cameras/bf/ Evoto AI Photo editing https://www.evoto.ai/ Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Nick is back with Steve for this show, which features a guest interview with Andy Gotts, MBE. Andy is a renowned celebrity photographer based in London, England, and New York, USA. He is most noted for his black and white portraits of Hollywood actors and singers. His work has been published internationally and has appeared in many magazines, including: VOGUE, GQ, Vanity Fair, Empire, Total Film, Entertainment Weekly, FHM, Hello!, and Glamour, and many more. Andy tells Nick and Steve many fascinating stories of being behind the lens, photographing many of the most famous faces in the world. He also recounts how plucking up the courage as a student to ask Stephen Fry if he could take his photograph has let to over 30 years of celebrity photography. Steve and Nick also look back on The Photography Show, held for the first time in London, and Nick tells Steve why he bought a Fujifilm XT5 and two lenses at the show. Steve lusts after the new Fujifilm GFX100RF! The book of the week is from Nashville based photographer and friend of the show Jay Farrell, a self published look at Route 66 Roadscapes. Andy Gotts Website https://www.andygotts.com/ Andy Gotts Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drgotts/ Jay Farrell Photographer and Author https://www.jayfarrellauthor.com/ Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Nick is away for this episode, where Steve's guest is Martin Hajdukiewicz, a Warwickshire based woodland and landscape photographer. Self taught via YouTube channels, Martin has become an accomplished YouTube presenter himself. Martin is also administrates Thumbs Up Photography, a friendly and collaborative Facebook group of photographers with over 1500 members. Links to channels mentioned in the show: Martin Hajdukiewicz Website : https://www.mhlandscape.co.uk/ Martin Hajdukiewicz Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/mhlandscapephotos/ Martin Hajdukiewicz YouTube channel : https://www.youtube.com/@MHLandscape Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Nick and Steve's guest for this episode is Emily Endean. Emily is a freelancer photographer specialising in seascapes, ocean photography and lifestyle/brand photography. Emily is also a photography educator and specialises in female only photography trips and workshops. Emily is based in the South of the UK and travels from location to location with her wife and pets aboard her classic Hymer van, which is also their home. Emily uses Fujifilm X series cameras and lenses, and has a very close relationship with Fujifilm UK, and has previously been a brand ambassador for Fujifilm. This is the second of our podcasts as part of a prelude to International Women's Day on March 8th. Emily is also speaking at this year's Photography Show at the ExCel, London. Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

Steve and Nick's special guest for this episode is Sujata Setia. Sujata is a multi award winning photographer and artist. As well as her family and materity photography, Sujata also has her personal projects that combine both photography and art. Her personal work includes "Changing the Conversation", a startling body of work of images of people with challenges including burns survivors and rare conditions. Her latest project, "A Thousand Cuts", is an extraordinary project where Sujata, using a combination of photography and art, has produced powerful images of domestic abuse survivors from South Asia. The title of the project is a metaphor from the ancient form of torture known as Linchi. Sujata has received numerous awards for A Thousand Cuts, including winning the creative category for the Sony World Photography Awards in 2024. Sujata's family and materity photography, under the brand of But Natural Photography has a gorgeous warm and high class style and has led to her building a successful business in Kent, Essex, London and surrounding areas. This show is one of two podcasts Steve and Nick will release as part of the build up to International Women's Day on March 8th 2025. But Natural Photography : https://butnaturalphotography.com/ Sujata's personal website : https://sujatasetia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/butnaturalphotography ; https://www.instagram.com/sujatasetia/ Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

The Photography and Video Show is the UK's largest imaging exhibition and show. In this, the first of several episodes of The Photography Pod as part of the build up to the show, Steve and Nick's guests are Ruth Folkard, Event Director and Hazel Soper, Group Marketing Manager, of Future, the company behind the Photography and Video Show. Ruth and Hazel discuss with Nick and Steve: Why this year's show has moved to London ExCel The process for selecting the talks and speakers for the event The resurgence of analogue photography and showcasing film at the event What goes into planning and marketing such a major event The importance of community in the photography world Nick announces his new photography training venture The Nick Church Academy , whilst Steve ventures north of the border for some photography and the occasional beer. Nick has two talks at this year's show; What matters to our clients? Spoiler, its not what you think! Monday March 10th 3pm Photography business myth busters! Tuesday March 11th 11am. The Photography and Video Show (TPS) 2025 https://www.photographyshow.com/ Steve and Nick also review the entrants for this month's photo challenge, "Winter" Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording

In this episode of the Photography Pod, hosts Nick Church and Steve Vaughan chat with garden photographer Jason Ingram about his journey into photography, the challenges of capturing gardens, and the importance of light and weather in his work. Jason shares insights into the business side of garden photography, including working with garden designers and the role of stock photography. He also discusses his upcoming book, 'How to Photograph Gardens', and offers advice for aspiring photographers looking to enter this niche. Key Takeaways: Weather plays a significant role in garden photography, often dictating when and how shoots can occur. The golden hour is crucial for capturing the best images of gardens. Most of Jason's work is commissioned by magazines and book publishers. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships with garden designers. Jason's photography often connects the garden to the food industry, showcasing the journey from garden to plate. He advises aspiring photographers to be prepared for early mornings and the challenges of the profession. Jason's book, 'How to Photograph Gardens', will be released on March 13th. Support the show Nick Church and Steve Vaughan are professional wedding photographers based in the UK. They both use Sony Alpha cameras and lenses. Video version of the Podcast including slide shows of images https://www.youtube.com/@thephotographypod Nick's website : https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/ Nick's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nickchurchphotography/ Nick Church Creative Academy https://www.nickchurchphotography.co.uk/news/introducing-nick-church-creative-academy Steve's website : https://www.samandstevephotography.com/ Steve's Wedding Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/samandstevephotography/ Steve's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevevaughanphotography Music from Artlist.io Any technical information given by the presenters is based on their understanding and opinion at the time of recording