The Maximalist

By Russell Edwards, Duy Ho, & Joseph Tan

What's The Maximalist about?

Join San Francisco based photographers Russell, Duy (pronounced "YEE"), and Joseph while the trio discusses photography news through the lens of real world experiences and their own gear acquisition syndrome (GAS).

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The Maximalist episodes:

10.24.2018
Episode #020 - Mirrorless Mayhem & Stuff
The Maximalist gang welcomes friend and Photographer Ilana Natasha Ba-rav on the show to talk about the deluge of new mirrorless stuff and hands on experience with Sony’s army of mirrorless, the Fuji X-T3...
08.31.2018
Episode #019 - Sony Switchin' & Stuff
Times are a changin’, and even though that change is mirrorless, Joseph and guest Alex Zyuzikov of red Sphere Studioes reflect on their recent moves to Sony Alpha...
03.14.2018
Episode #018 - Moving Pictures with Jesse & Stuff
The guys welcome Bay Area wedding film maven Jesse Garrison of Love Unique Studios to talk about that foreign, far off territory of VIDEO. Ever wonder how/where to hide a mic on a bride to...
03.02.2018
Episode #017 - a7III & Stuff
In an unprecented move, the guys have recorded their second episode in a week (!!!) because of Sony's seismic announcement of the a7III at WPPI. Hang out with Russell, Duy, and Joseph as they pick...
02.28.2018
Episode #016 - Phoning It In & Stuff
In this episode our hosts catch up on a fresh Fuji, recent purchases, and their hopes/dreams for the year in their first remote podcast recording. **Bear with us for the few errant clicks/pops...
11.17.2017
Episode #015 - BMac & Stuff
Get your wallets out. This episode the gang has guest Brian Macstay and together they ruminate over Nikon's D850, Sony's a7riii and even Apple's new iPhone X. Hosts Russell Edwards - http://www.RussLevi.com , Instagram: @russlevi Duy...
09.08.2017
Episode #014 - D850 & Stuff
Russell & Duy salivate over Nikon's latest creation while Joseph huddles in the corner, sobbing, but just a little. We discuss the ins and outs of the D850, catch up on our latest acquisitions, and...
06.23.2017
Episode #013 - Film & Stuff
The Maximalist guys gather to discuss the latest camera news, Russell's new mirrorless toy, and bring on special guest, Nicole Blumberg, to talk about bringing film in the fold. Hosts Russell Edwards - http://www.RussLevi.com , Instagram:...
05.31.2017
Episode #012 - Regime Change & Stuff
Join Joseph, Russell, and Duy in your favorite photography gear discussion podcast as they examen the changing paradigm of Canon/Nikon full frame sensor sized dSLRs, travel camera considerations, and traditionally sized flash units. Hosts...
03.13.2017
Episode #011 - Fuji Bandwagoning & Stuff
After an unplanned hiatus from the internets, the trio of gear junkies are back! Join Russell, Duy, and Joseph as they reconnect and catch up, discussing their latest acquisitions, adventures, and possibly a new trend in photo-walks. Hosts Russell Edwards...
09.30.2016
Episode #010 - Sensor Sizes & Stuff
Find out this week what Photokina announcements have gotten the Maximalist crew's hearts aflutter. They nerd out on sensors and we learn more about Russell's short-lived love/hate relationship with the the Fuji X-Pro 2 and Joseph does 2-3x better work...
09.15.2016
Episode #009 - iPhones 7 & Stuff
This week on the Maximalist Podcast, the fellas delve deeper into files of the not-so-mysterious Canon 5D Mark IV, give their photo nerd thoughts on the iPhone 7’s photography merits, and giggle about using MIDI controllers to make magic in...
09.06.2016
Episode #008 - Seconds & Stuff
Wherein our fearless (but lately, absent) hosts tackle the giant/continent shifting incremental improvements to the newly announced Canon 5D Mark IV, and we make googly eyes at news of the Nikon 105mm f/1.4E ED. The gang dishes about what they...
03.24.2016
Episode #007 - Growing a Photography Business & Stuff
This week we learn about some new gear releases at WPPI (spoiler alter: Sigma!!!) and with the wedding season looming a rundown of some great ideas for how to book more weddings. Special Guest: A VAMPIRE!!! Hosts/Guest(s) Russell Edwards, Joseph Tan,...
02.11.2016
Episode #006 -Workshops & Stuff
The boys take a hard hitting look at the new Sony G Master lenses, Sony A6300, and Canon 1D X II. And if that wasn’t enough they take an even harder hittinger look at some well known photography workshops. If...
01.28.2016
Episode #005 - Travels & Stuff
On this week's installment the gang talks about new additions to Fuji's camera line, Nikon’s new flagship FX and DX bodies, a little world travel and all the beautiful [Richard] gear that it entailed. Also included, Duy realizes a dream...
11.12.2015
Episode #004 - First Times & Stuff
On this week’s installment of the Maximalist the boys wax nostalgic. In the least technical episode to date, you’ll hear some thought provoking commentary on the latest in gear news, and Joseph, Russell, + Duy spilling the beans on their...
10.29.2015
Episode #003 - Workflows & Stuff
This week the guys treat their studio audience to some tales of their photographic workflows and lots of software goodies. Along the way, they learn us a thing-or-two on anti-aliasing and make a deep dive into the snack habits of...
10.15.2015
Episode #002 - Yongnuo Speedlights & Stuff
This installment of the Maximalist was recorded in front of a live studio audience. Join the “cool kids” as they discuss navigating the murky terrain of off-camera lighting, 90’s tween culture, the rise and fall of Detroit Rock City, run...
09.27.2015
Episode #001 - Sony's a7RII & Stuff
Have you been lying awake at night asking yourself endless questions since Sony released their new “game changing”-mirrorless-megapixel-behemoth? Questions such as: What do three photographers whom I’ve never heard of think about this tiny new razzle-dazzle photo box? Or why...

What's The Maximalist about?

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The Maximalist episodes:

Episode #020 - Mirrorless Mayhem & Stuff

Episode #019 - Sony Switchin' & Stuff

Episode #018 - Moving Pictures with Jesse & Stuff

Episode #017 - a7III & Stuff

Episode #016 - Phoning It In & Stuff

Episode #015 - BMac & Stuff

Episode #014 - D850 & Stuff

Episode #013 - Film & Stuff

Episode #012 - Regime Change & Stuff

Episode #011 - Fuji Bandwagoning & Stuff

Episode #010 - Sensor Sizes & Stuff

Episode #009 - iPhones 7 & Stuff

Episode #008 - Seconds & Stuff

Episode #007 - Growing a Photography Business & Stuff

Episode #006 -Workshops & Stuff

Episode #005 - Travels & Stuff

Episode #004 - First Times & Stuff

Episode #003 - Workflows & Stuff

Episode #002 - Yongnuo Speedlights & Stuff

Episode #001 - Sony's a7RII & Stuff