Join us for an inspiring conversation with wildlife and underwater photographer Melissa Field, whose journey began with a film camera as a teenager and grew into a career capturing some of the world's most breathtaking moments.

Melissa shares how photography helped her find presence, why she left certainty behind to follow her passion, and what it takes to create powerful images in some of nature's most challenging environments. From photographing whales and wildlife to discussing conservation, creativity, and the emotional connection behind every frame, this episode is a reminder that following what you love can change your life.

Whether you're a photographer, filmmaker, creative, or simply someone looking for inspiration, Melissa's story is filled with honest reflections on taking risks, embracing uncertainty, and finding purpose through art.

In this episode:

•  Melissa's journey into photography 
•  Wildlife and underwater storytelling 
•  The importance of conservation 
•  Film photography and Leica cameras 
•  Creativity, fear, and taking the leap 
•  Advice to aspiring photographers and creatives

Melissa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissafindley/
Melissa's Website: https://melissa-findley.com/

Shoutout to Elif Koyutürk Hazen: https://www.instagram.com/eliffkoyuturk/

From filming skateboard tricks as a kid to becoming one of YouTube's most recognizable street photography voices, Mike Chudley has built a career by keeping photography approachable, authentic, and fun.

In this episode of How I See: The Leica Podcast, host Louise Goldstone sits down with Mike at the Leica Headquarters in Wetzlar to discuss his journey into photography, why street photography is simply "a visual demonstration of people watching," overcoming the fear of photographing strangers, building a photography community, creating YouTube content, and why not taking photography too seriously might actually make you a better photographer.

Mike also shares how skateboarding shaped his photographic eye, why books remain one of his biggest creative inspirations, and how staying authentic online has helped him connect with photographers around the world.

In this episode:

•  Mike's journey from skateboarding to photography 
•  Finding confidence in street photography 
•  Building a photography career on YouTube 
•  Why authenticity resonates more than perfection 
•  The importance of photography books and community 
•  Making photography fun again

Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikechudley/
Mike's Website: https://www.mikechudley.com/

Shoutout to James Parsons: https://www.instagram.com/jamesparsons__/

Photographer and creator Jakob Lilja-Ruiz, better known as Portra Papi, joins the Leica Podcast for an honest conversation about creativity, film photography and building a career behind the camera.

From his early fascination with YouTube and filmmaking to becoming one of the most influential voices in analogue photography, Jakob reflects on the experiences that shaped his work. Along the way, he shares his thoughts on Leica cameras, travelling, storytelling and why passion—not equipment—is what ultimately makes better photographs.

Jakob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portra_papi
Jakob's Website: https://www.jakoblr.com/

For more than five decades, Steve McCurry has documented people, places and cultures around the world, creating some of the most recognisable photographs in history.

In this episode of How I See: The Leica Podcast, Steve reflects on the experiences that shaped his career, from travelling through India with rolls of Kodachrome to embracing digital photography today. He shares why curiosity and observation remain at the heart of great photography, the importance of practising every day, and why making prints is still one of the most meaningful ways to preserve your work.

Together with host Louise Goldstone, Steve also discusses visual storytelling, revisiting the same places over time, and the universal language of photography.

A thoughtful conversation with one of the world's most influential photographers about craft, creativity and a lifetime spent behind the camera.

Steve's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevemccurryofficial/
Steve's Website: https://www.stevemccurry.com/

Shoutout: https://www.instagram.com/eoloperfido/

Learn more about Leica: https://leica-camera.com

Photographer and visual storyteller Eva Woolridge joins the Leica Podcast to discuss her creative journey, the power of self-portraiture, and how photography became her life's purpose.

In this episode, Eva reflects on the image that first inspired her artistic path, the importance of storytelling, and her commitment to creating work that centres identity, community, resilience, and social impact. She shares how photography can transform personal experiences into meaningful conversations and why creativity remains her guiding force.

Topics include:

•  Visual storytelling as a lifelong calling 
•  The role of self-portraiture in artistic development 
•  Identity, representation and community 
•  Creativity, resilience and purpose 
•  Using photography to create positive change

Eva's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ewphotos1/
Eva's Website: https://www.ew.photos/

Shoutout: https://www.instagram.com/adameast/

Fashion photographer Alex “Très Cool” Dobé joins How I See to discuss his journey from shooting street style during Fashion Week to becoming one of the most recognisable voices in contemporary fashion photography.

In this episode, Alex shares how passion, experimentation, and a commitment to developing a unique visual language helped him stand out in a highly competitive industry. He reflects on the lessons learned from years of street photography, the origins of his signature motion-blur imagery, and why creative freedom is essential for growth.

A conversation about trusting your instincts, embracing experimentation, and finding your own way of seeing.

Alex's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alextrescool/
Alex's Website: https://www.alextrescool.com/

Shoutout: https://www.instagram.com/goldiewilliamsvericain/

In this episode of How I See, photographer Sara Messinger reflects on the experiences that shaped her approach to photography, from organising her family's photo archive as a child to creating long-term documentary projects around the world. 

She discusses why photography remains a powerful tool for preserving memory, how shooting film encourages a more intentional and intuitive way of working, and why building genuine relationships with her subjects is essential to her process. Sara also shares stories from her travels in India, the influence of her upbringing, and how personal curiosity continues to guide the work she creates today.

Sara's Website: https://saramessinger.com/
Sara's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sara.messinger/

Sara's Shoutouts:
https://www.instagram.com/oxieavillamonte/
https://www.instagram.com/thechrisperez/
https://www.instagram.com/zxnd.r/
https://www.instagram.com/tamargellis/

In this episode of How I See: The Leica Podcast, documentary and portrait photographer Myah Asha Jeffers reflects on the deeply personal experiences that shaped her creative voice.

Recorded at Leica HQ in Wetzlar, the conversation explores how a childhood instant camera sparked her love for storytelling, why she photographs communities she belongs to, and how themes like grief, identity, vulnerability, and intimacy influence her work. Myah also discusses balancing photography with writing and directing, navigating creative pressure in the age of social media, and why authenticity matters more than perfection.

A thoughtful conversation about honest storytelling, emotional connection, and finding confidence in your own perspective.

Myah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myah.jeffers/
Myah's Website: https://www.myahjeffers.com/

Shoutouts:
Tamibé Bourdanné: https://www.instagram.com/tamibebourdanne/
Adiam Yemane: https://www.instagram.com/adiamyemane_/
Mamu Unu: https://www.instagram.com/black_mamuu/

Portrait photographer Mark Mann joins How I See, the Leica podcast, to share the story behind his creative journey and the philosophy that drives his work. From discovering photography through the magic of the darkroom to photographing globally recognised artists and public figures, Mark reflects on the importance of trust, curiosity, and human connection in portraiture.

The conversation explores storytelling, creativity, collaboration, Leica cameras, and what it truly means to capture authentic emotion through photography.

Mark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markmannphoto/
Mark's Website: https://www.markmannphoto.com/

Alexander Boyce (Shoutout): https://www.instagram.com/boycealex/

Sports photographer and filmmaker Philipp Reinhard joins the Leica Podcast to discuss the connection between sport, creativity, and storytelling. From his early roots in skateboarding culture to photographing elite athletes and the Olympics, Philipp reflects on the importance of instinct, passion, discipline, and evolving creatively over time.

The conversation also explores documentary filmmaking, street photography, favourite Leica setups, and why developing your own visual signature matters more than following trends.

Philipp's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippreinhard/
Philipp's Website: https://www.philippreinhard.com/