For Nathaniel Paolinelli, photography is a way into other people’s worlds. From New Mexico’s lowrider culture to motorcycle clubs, cowboys and communities halfway around the world, his camera has helped him start conversations, build friendships and document the people and subcultures that fascinate him.
Author: Ashley Riffo
What if street photography is less like making art and more like playing a sport? This month’s Subscriber Spotlight features Paul Kessel, who picked up a camera at nearly 70 and found himself hooked on the failures, surprises and occasional “hits” that keep us going. Plus, a thought from Berenice Abbott and a look at what’s ahead at SPM.
Photographer Nathaniel Paolinelli talks lowrider culture, human connection, Albuquerque, travel and the experiences that have shaped his photography.
Four boxes of prints and negatives sat with Andrew Baer for 27 years. Then one day, he and his wife began looking closer. Andrew shares the story of uncovering his father’s remarkable photography, making the book and building the John Baer Archive.
Photographers Wayne Campbell and Wayne Crichlow join Bob Patterson and Ashley Riffo to talk about their new collaborative photo book, Carnival of Resistance, documenting the culture, history, joy and defiance of London’s Notting Hill Carnival.
How John creates nighttime portraits with surprisingly simple lighting, accepting criticism without taking it personally, and so much more.
James Choi: What Street Photographers Can Learn from an Independent Filmmaker Listen to the Podcast Here Watch on YouTube A few months ago, a new subscriber wrote in to ask...
Watch on YouTube This month's podcast guest might surprise you. Most street photographers thrive on unpredictability. They head out with a camera, trust their instincts, and let the world unfold...
Sandra shares how photography transformed the way she sees the world, the joy of creative experimentation, and why it’s never too late to begin.
Bob and Ashley catch up to talk about the hard work that’s involved in building something from scratch, and how rewarding it can be.
What happens when three street photographers from three different countries meet at a workshop and decide to keep creating together?
Photography festivals seem to be everywhere lately, but what makes them so special?