This weeks guest is Michael Ash Smith! In this episode we chat about how Michael left his safe job in banking to pursue his passion of photography. From weddings to personal work and Holgas and peel apart film!  Thank you Michael for taking the time to hang out and share your story!  Make sure to check out Michaels socials: https://www.instagram.com/michaelash.smith/ https://www.michaelashsmith.com/taos-2022-retreat 
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James Hamilton, a photographer and former staff photographer for The Village Voice, shares his journey into photography and his experiences in the industry. He started as an assistant to a fashion photographer and learned on the job. He fell in love with street photography and decided to pursue a career in photography.  He hitchhiked across the country, taking pictures along the way, and eventually landed a job as a staff photographer for Crawdaddy. He later worked for The Village Voice in New York City. James preferred black and white photography and had his own darkroom.  He emphasized the importance of having trust and freedom from his editors. In this part of the conversation, James Hamilton discusses his experiences working as a photographer and the relationships he formed with editors and writers. He talks about the trust he gained from his colleagues, which allowed him to have creative freedom in choosing the photos he wanted to use. He also mentions the benefits of having staff positions, such as health benefits and job security. James shares stories of photographing famous individuals like Alfred Hitchcock and working on film sets with Wes Anderson.  He talks about his approach to photography and the importance of composition and capturing the moment.  James also mentions his ongoing project of digitizing his extensive collection of photographs. James also reflects on the decline of print media and the changes he witnessed during his career as a photojournalist. He shares stories of some of the wildest things he has captured on camera, including a bus tour of has-been performers and a Teamsters Convention.  James concludes by discussing his favorite cameras. 
 Make sure to check out James’ links below: https://www.instagram.com/uncroppedfilm/ https://www.uncroppedfilm.com/ 
 
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197. James Hamilton - @uncroppedfilm

https://gofund.me/54f57920 In this conversation, Christopher Sturm discusses his recent cancer diagnosis and treatment, as well as his future plans to open a film lab with Jason Lee in Los Angeles. The film photography community has shown overwhelming support for Christopher, and he expresses gratitude for their love and generosity. He shares his optimism about his prognosis and the options for treatment.  Christopher also talks about his background in photography and his passion for film. He discusses the process of sourcing film equipment and the supportive film community. He mentions the availability of used machines, the option of service contracts, and the network of people who are knowledgeable and willing to help. He also talks about the vision for the shop and lab, where customers can buy cameras, film, and get their scans done. He emphasizes the importance of creating a positive and inviting space for local photographers. Christopher plans to incorporate his channel into documenting the journey of building the lab and creating educational and positive content.  He wants to find the humor and humanity in his cancer journey and use his creativity to make something impactful. Christopher reflects on his motivation to live a fulfilling life despite his illness. He discusses the importance of turning sadness into something productive and leaving behind a positive legacy.  He also shares his favorite camera, the Fuji X-Pro2, and expresses his desire to try shooting with an 8x10 camera in the future.  We had such a great time having you back on the show! We're routing for you friend! <3 Make sure to check out Christophers socials below and share his GoFundMe! https://gofund.me/54f57920 https://www.instagram.com/cmsturm/ https://www.instagram.com/thephotodept/ https://www.instagram.com/spookyparkbench/ https://www.youtube.com/@ThePhotoDept 
 
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196. Christopher Sturm - @cmsturm

In this episode, Nick Collingwood discusses his journey into film photography and his passion for Polaroid and Super 8. He shares how he discovered film photography in college and how he started experimenting with different cameras and formats.  
 Nick shares his experience balancing his career in motion design with his passion for film photography and his foray into wedding photography on Super 8.  
 The conversation concludes with the unexpected gift of a Graflex SLR camera. In this part of the conversation, Nick discusses how he modified his Graflex camera to shoot different film formats, including Polaroid and peel-apart film. He explains the convenience of shooting with the modified camera and how it allows him to shoot large format handheld. Nick also shares his experiences shooting with the Graflex camera on location. He shares his insights on sourcing peel-apart films and the challenges of finding affordable options. 
 We had a blast chatting with Nick!  
 Make sure to check out Nicks work below: https://www.instagram.com/nickcollingwoodvintage/ https://www.instagram.com/nickcollingwoodvintageweddings/ https://www.nickcollingwoodvintage.com/links 
 Thanks Nick for hanging out! 
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195. Nick Collingwood - @nickcollingwoodvintage

In this episode, Hannah shares her journey into film photography and how she discovered her personal style. She talks about her early interest in photography and how she got into film during the lockdown. Hannah discusses the importance of composition and color in her work and how she has refined her eye over time. She also shares her experiences shooting solo and in group settings. Finally, Hannah talks about her future plans and why she wants to keep photography as a hobby. 
 Thanks so much Hannah for coming on the show to kick off the New Year! Make sure to check out her work below: https://www.instagram.com/h4nnahfilms/ 
 It's great to be back! 
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194. @h4nnahfilms

In this episode, Chris and Timothy do a year-end wrap-up and discuss their photo highlights and goals for the year. They talk about the new film releases and cameras they are excited about, as well as the growth of the film photography community. They also share their career highlights and personal growth in the industry. The hosts discuss the importance of setting goals and being proud of their accomplishments. They talk about archiving their work, slimming down their camera collections, and focusing on personal projects. They express their love for the podcast and their plans for the future, including expanding their photography skills and shooting more portraits. Chris shares his goal of joining the union and expanding his career opportunities. They also discuss the importance of creative shoots and personal work. The hosts express their commitment to the podcast and their plans to be more consistent in the coming year. In this episode, Timothy and Chris reflect on their journey with Analog Talk, a passion project that has grown into a beloved photography podcast. They discuss how they met and started the show, their plans for the future, and the possibility of creating a zine together. They also share their desert island cameras and white whale photography items. The hosts express their gratitude to their guests and listeners and bid farewell for the year. 
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