The Martin Bailey Photography Podcast

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The Martin Bailey Photography Podcast provides education and inspiration through a mix of art, creativity and technical topics, interviews, gear reviews and travelogue style episodes. Full archive at http://mbp.ac/blog

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The Martin Bailey Photography Podcast episodes:

04.16.2024
Hokkaido Landscape Adventure Video
After a long hiatus, I just released a video of this year's Hokkaido Landscape Photography Adventure. We're also crazy busy as we bought a house! Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/835 Music by Martin Bailey
02.17.2024
Hokkaido Winter Landscape Adventure 2024
After a long hiatus, as I travel on my winter tours, I explain what I've been up to between tours, and walk you through our Hokkaido Landscape Photography Adventure. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/834 Music by Martin Bailey
01.06.2024
2023 Top Ten Photos Selection Process
In this episode, I share my thoughts as I whittle down 1060 final selects from my 2023 tours and shoots to what I consider to be my best ten images. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/833 Music by Martin Bailey
12.29.2023
Year End Update + I'm Airborne Again!
A quick roundup update as 2023 draws to an end with my cataract surgery, Glacier backup, and I have a new DJI Air 3 drone, so I'm airborne again! Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/832 Music by Martin Bailey
12.18.2023
Experimenting with Water Clouds
Today I share the fruits of a Sunday project to photograph food coloring being dropped into water. Only some pigment and a little milk got hurt. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/831 Music by Martin Bailey
12.01.2023
Why I Use Manual Exposure
A short video to demonstrate the reason I use Manual Exposure instead of Exposure Compensation, especially for winter wildlife. Full sized video on blog: https://mbp.ac/830
11.24.2023
To Stand or Not to Stand
I've recently started to stand for at least half a day when doing office work, aided by a new desk with adjustable height. I love it! Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/829 Music by Martin Bailey
11.22.2023
A Handful of Park Shots
Today I share a handful of images from a recent walk in the park, and an update on my NAS cloud backup to Amazon Glacier via Starlink. Big thumbs up! Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/828 Music by Martin Bailey
10.31.2023
Matt Jacob Interviews Martin Bailey
Photographer Matt Jacob interviewed me for his podcast, and I think you might find parts of our chat inspiring, so check it out on the blog. Video at https://mbp.ac/827
10.24.2023
Zoo Portraits Shooting and Processing
This week I talk about how I created some stunning black and white animal portraits, including a video to show you the processing. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/826 The video here: https://vimeo.com/877425255 Music by Martin Bailey
10.05.2023
Life, Risk and the Creative Process with David duChemin
A conversation with my friend David duChemin. We discuss his decision to have his leg amputated and go on to talk about risk and the creative process. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/825 Music by Martin Bailey
09.30.2023
Working with Collections
A video for this week's episode, walking you through an update of my Namibia portfolio to share tips on working with collections and editing. Visit https://mbp.ac/823 to view the video.
09.30.2023
Music Plugin Release and Cataracts Update
Catching my breath at the end of September, today I'm sharing a roundup of recent events, including a new software release and my cataract surgery. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/824 Music by Martin Bailey
09.15.2023
Starlink - My Internet Woes are Over!
Finally, the problems I've been having with my Internet provider are over, thanks to Starlink! Today I share my thoughts and a few cabling tricks. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/822 Music by Martin Bailey
08.31.2023
Kuon - The Height of Japanese Hospitality
I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the height of Japanese hospitality in the elegant space that is Kuon, from my friends at Kokuya Hotel. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/821 Music by Martin Bailey
08.12.2023
An Interview with Photographer Matt Jacob
An interview with awesome photographer Matt Jacob, in which we discuss his life and love of fine art portraiture while reviewing ten of his images. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/820 Music by Martin Bailey
08.04.2023
AWS Glacier for Large Data Backups
Following advice from a friend, I've switched my backup strategy to AWS Glacier and will gradually migrate over from the iDrive service. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/819 Music by Martin Bailey
07.25.2023
Is iDrive Any Good for Large Volume Cloud Backups?
Thinking of using iDrive for your cloud backup? If you have over a few terabytes to store, read or listen to this post first. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/818 Music by Martin Bailey
07.10.2023
Complete Namibia Tour May 2023 Part 2
We conclude my travelogue of my second Complete Namibia Tour for 2023 today, with some elephants, a Dik Dik, and a Cheetah with two cubs. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/817 Music by Martin Bailey
07.03.2023
Complete Namibia Tour May 2023 Part 1
After a crazy June, I'm back in the podcasting pilot seat with an update to share the best work from my second Complete Namibia Tour for 2023. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/816 Music by Martin Bailey
05.16.2023
Complete Namibia Tour April 2023 Part 3
In this post, we conclude my review of the rest of my Complete Namibia Tour & Workshop with a larger-than-usual set of 18 images. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/815 Music by Martin Bailey
05.15.2023
Complete Namibia Tour April 2023 Part 2
We pick up the trail on my April 2023 Complete Namibia Tour with a second afternoon in Kolmanskop, then on to the dunes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/814 Music by Martin Bailey
05.11.2023
Complete Namibia Tour April 2023 Part 1
Follow along with my first Namibia tour for 2023 as we visit the Quiver Tree Forest and deserted diamond mine tours at Kolmanskop and Elizabeth Bay. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/813 Music by Martin Bailey
04.17.2023
A New Really Right Stuff Ultralight Tripod
Today I share details of my shiny new Really Right Stuff not-so-light Ultralight tripod having finally managed to break my old BH-55. A Good excuse! Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/812 Music by Martin Bailey
04.11.2023
Some Pretty Good Inexpensive Photography Gear!
This week we look at a few items of gear that I picked up recently for very little money but which I'm relatively excited about. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/811 Music by Martin Bailey
04.05.2023
Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#2 2023 Part 3
This week we complete our travelogue series for my second Japan Winter Wildlife tour with ten photographs of the Steller's and White-Tailed Eagles. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/810 Check out our Tours & Workshops page here: https://mbp.ac/tours Music by Martin Bailey
03.30.2023
Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#2 2023 Part 2
We continue our series to walk you through my second Japan Winter Wildlife Tour, with more Red-Crowned Cranes and the clumsy, adorable Whooper Swans. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/809 Music by Martin Bailey
03.21.2023
Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#2 2023 Part 1
Part one of a three-part series covering my second Japan Winter Wildlife Tour and Workshop for 2023, starting with Snow Monkeys and Red-Crowned Cranes. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/808 Music by Martin Bailey
03.15.2023
Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#1 2023 Part 3
This is the final part of three episodes to walk you through our antics on the first of my two Japan Winter Wildlife Tours for 2023. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/807 Music by Martin Bailey
02.24.2023
Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#1 2023 Part 2
We pick up the trail of my Japan Winter Wildlife Tour 1 for 2023 as we photograph a Ural Owl and the Red-Crowned Cranes in the mist with hoar frost. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/806 Music by Martin Bailey
02.13.2023
Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#1 2023 Part 1
This week we start a three-part series in which you can join us on my first Japan Winter Wildlife tour in three years, starting with the snow monkeys! Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/805 Music by Martin Bailey
02.01.2023
Hokkaido Winter Landscape Tour 2023 Part 3
Today we complete a virtual tour as you join me on my Hokkaido Winter Landscape Adventure, which I recently ran for the first time in three years. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/804 Music by Martin Bailey
01.27.2023
Hokkaido Winter Landscape Tour 2023 Part 2
We pick up the trail on a virtual tour as we continue our Hokkaido Winter Landscape Adventure, which I recently ran for the first time in three years. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/803 Music by Martin Bailey
01.25.2023
Hokkaido Winter Landscape Tour 2023 Part 1
Join me on a virtual tour as we start our Hokkaido Winter Landscape Adventure for the first time in three years. Parts two and three are coming soon! Details on Blog: https://mbp.ac/802 Music by Martin Bailey
01.07.2023
Setting Up A Synology DS923+ NAS
This week I share details of setting up a new Synology DS923+ NAS drive and discuss my plans as I change my backup strategy moving away from Drobo. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/801 Music by Martin Bailey
12.30.2022
800th Episode and Martin's 2022 Top Ten Selection
Celebrating the 800th episode of the Podcast and discussing the importance of learning image selection skills with my 2022 Top Ten photo selection. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/800 Music by Martin Bailey
12.18.2022
Updating my Bio Photo Self Portrait
I've reshot my bio photo self-portrait, shot a second, more challenging portrait with my archery bow, and I share the process in this week's post. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/799 Music by Martin Bailey
12.07.2022
XGIMI Horizon Pro 4K Projector Review
I finally found a quality 4K projector that only half breaks the bank. Check out my review of the fantastic XGIMI Horizon Pro 4K projector. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/798 Music by Martin Bailey.
11.28.2022
Where Did the Year Go? It's Autumn Again! (Podcast 797)
It's hard to believe that a year has passed again, but the Autumn color is back in Tokyo, and today I share a few shots from our local park. Details on Blog: https://mbp.ac/797 Music by Martin Bailey
11.16.2022
Battery Grip and RRS L-Bracket for Canon EOS R5
Having tried to use my Canon mirrorless cameras without battery grips, I recently broke down and bought the BG-R10 and a Really Right Stuff L-Bracket. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/796 Music by Martin Bailey
11.11.2022
Try Again! Topaz Photo AI Review
I needed to clean up my Lunar Eclipse shot recently, so I gave Topaz Photo AI a try and was highly impressed - DNGs in Capture One Pro also work now! Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/795 Music by Martin Bailey
10.25.2022
Almost Autumn, Waterfalls and the iPhone 14 Pro Max
I recently spent a couple of days in the mountains with my wife. It was great to get out and shoot some of my images with the new iPhone 14 Pro Max! Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/794 Music by Martin Bailey
10.13.2022
2022 5DayDeal Photography Bundle
The 5DayDeal sale for 2022 has just gone live! See some of the highlights and how this can help you to level-up your photography in this week's post. Details on Blog: https://mbp.ac/793 Music by Martin Bailey
10.05.2022
Tenba Skyline 13 Messenger Bag Review
Preparing for an upcoming trip, I just bought a Tenba Skyline 13 Messenger bag for my MacBook Pro and Camera, and I share my thoughts in this post. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/792 Music by Martin Bailey
09.30.2022
Brian Wood-Koiwa on Wabi-Sabi in Photography
This week I chat with Brian Wood-Koiwa about Wabi-Sabi in Photography, Ensouling Inanimate Objects, Polaroids, and Brian's bespoke Photowalk Tours. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/791 Music by Martin Bailey
09.24.2022
EOS Mirrorless Battery Life Problem Solved
I had a problem with my EOS R5 battery life, and today share how I identified the cause and fixed it by replacing a third-party battery charger. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/790 Music by Martin Bailey
09.13.2022
Creating and Maintaining a Photography Website
Today I share tips about running a photography website along with my recommended software and plugins to keep it all ticking over nicely. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/789 Music by Martin Bailey
08.25.2022
Looking After Your Camera, Lenses and Other Tools
Keeping our gear healthy in challenging conditions requires a little love and attention, and there are some precautions to prevent condensation. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/788 Music by Martin Bailey
08.19.2022
From Model to Photographer with Kudzai King
An inspiring conversation with Kudzai King, a model from Harare, Zimbabwe, who moved to Cape Town, then to New York where he works as a photographer. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/787 Music by Martin Bailey
08.09.2022
The Complete Namibia Tour & Workshop 2022 Video
Having spent several days creating the background music, my Complete Namibia Tour & Workshop slideshow video for the 2022 tour is now on Vimeo. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/786 Video on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/737475715 Music by Martin Bailey

What's The Martin Bailey Photography Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Martin Bailey Photography Podcast episodes:

Hokkaido Landscape Adventure Video

Hokkaido Winter Landscape Adventure 2024

2023 Top Ten Photos Selection Process

Year End Update + I'm Airborne Again!

Experimenting with Water Clouds

Why I Use Manual Exposure

To Stand or Not to Stand

A Handful of Park Shots

Matt Jacob Interviews Martin Bailey

Zoo Portraits Shooting and Processing

Life, Risk and the Creative Process with David duChemin

Working with Collections

Music Plugin Release and Cataracts Update

Starlink - My Internet Woes are Over!

Kuon - The Height of Japanese Hospitality

An Interview with Photographer Matt Jacob

AWS Glacier for Large Data Backups

Is iDrive Any Good for Large Volume Cloud Backups?

Complete Namibia Tour May 2023 Part 2

Complete Namibia Tour May 2023 Part 1

Complete Namibia Tour April 2023 Part 3

Complete Namibia Tour April 2023 Part 2

Complete Namibia Tour April 2023 Part 1

A New Really Right Stuff Ultralight Tripod

Some Pretty Good Inexpensive Photography Gear!

Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#2 2023 Part 3

Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#2 2023 Part 2

Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#2 2023 Part 1

Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#1 2023 Part 3

Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#1 2023 Part 2

Japan Winter Wildlife Tour#1 2023 Part 1

Hokkaido Winter Landscape Tour 2023 Part 3

Hokkaido Winter Landscape Tour 2023 Part 2

Hokkaido Winter Landscape Tour 2023 Part 1

Setting Up A Synology DS923+ NAS

800th Episode and Martin's 2022 Top Ten Selection

Updating my Bio Photo Self Portrait

XGIMI Horizon Pro 4K Projector Review

Where Did the Year Go? It's Autumn Again! (Podcast 797)

Battery Grip and RRS L-Bracket for Canon EOS R5

Try Again! Topaz Photo AI Review

Almost Autumn, Waterfalls and the iPhone 14 Pro Max

2022 5DayDeal Photography Bundle

Tenba Skyline 13 Messenger Bag Review

Brian Wood-Koiwa on Wabi-Sabi in Photography

EOS Mirrorless Battery Life Problem Solved

Creating and Maintaining a Photography Website

Looking After Your Camera, Lenses and Other Tools

From Model to Photographer with Kudzai King

The Complete Namibia Tour & Workshop 2022 Video