Podcast
The Helpful Photographer Podcast by NYC Photo Safari
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The Helpful Photographer Podcast
offers short, practical episodes filled with essential photography tips and clear technical guidance. Created for photographers at every skill level, each episode breaks down complex topics into simple, easy-to-follow lessons. With more than 200 episodes available, the podcast covers camera settings, lenses, composition, lighting, and post-processing. It is the perfect resource for fast, actionable advice that helps you improve your photography skills quickly.
The podcast is produced by Zim in collaboration with NYC Photo Safari. To learn more or to register for a photo safari
visit https://newyorkcityphotosafari.com/
19episodes
Episodes
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210: Composition P5: Understanding Light in Photography
1w ago00:09:24Tap to summarizeHow light and shadow shape better compositions and improve your photography by seeing light more intentionally. Transcript available here: New York City Photo Safari
Transcribe →209: Composition P4: Balance & Negative Space
2w ago00:04:44Tap to summarizeImprove composition with better framing, visual balance, and negative space in your photography. Transcript available here: New York City Photo Safari
Transcribe →208: Composition P3: Color Theory for Photographers
3w ago00:23:17Tap to summarizeLearn how color, contrast, and value shape stronger compositions and guide the viewer’s eye in photography. To view James' artwork visit: https://www.jamesfreed.com/fine-art Read transcript here: New York City Photo Safari
Transcribe →207:Composition P2: When to Use the Center
4w ago00:07:55Tap to summarizeWhen does centered composition work? Learn how to use it effectively. Read transcript here: New York City Photo Safari
Transcribe →206: Composition P1: Rules & When to Break Them
Apr 2200:05:43Tap to summarizeWhy common composition rules can limit your photography and how to use them more effectively. Transcript available here: New York City Photo Safari
Transcribe →205: OEM vs 3rd-Party Lenses: Worth It?
Apr 1600:05:13Tap to summarizeOEM vs third-party lenses: do the savings cost you performance? Here’s what you need to know. Read transcript here: New York City Photo Safari
Transcribe →204: Third-Party vs OEM Camera Batteries: Which Is Better?
Apr 800:09:06Tap to summarizeAre third-party camera batteries worth the savings? Learn the real difference in quality, reliability and performance. Transcript available here: New York City Photo Safari
Transcribe →203: How to Clean Your Camera's Sensor
Apr 100:07:19Tap to summarizeLearn how to check for sensor dust and safely clean your camera using simple tools and techniques. Transcript available at New York City Photo Safari
Transcribe →202: How to Clean Your Camera Gear
Mar 400:05:17Tap to summarizeA step-by-step guide to cleaning your camera, lenses and bag to keep your gear working smoothly. Transcription here: New York City Photo Safari
Transcribe →201: Sharp ND Filter Photography Tips
Feb 2500:04:29Tap to summarizeHow to keep your ND filter shots tack sharp with tips on clean filters, stable tripods, and proper focusing. Full Transcript available at newyorkcityphotosafari.com
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