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Welcome to the Flash Masters Podcast! Flash Masters recognises and celebrates the best flash photography in the world through education, awards and community. Hosted by Helen Williams and Neil Redfern, we talk all things wedding photography - from the equipment we use to the funniest things which have happened to us whilst photographing weddings - and we have a lot of those stories! To join the community, please visit Flashmasters.co
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Send us a text Did you miss us? We're finally back in the podcast studio (Neil's office) and in today's episode we we do our very best to catch you up on all things Flash Masters related - along with our own adventures which have taken us to London, Madeira, France and sunny Lancashire! Find out why Neil is fuming at a £15 chicken and chips and the reason why this is the first (and hopefully not the last time) Helen will be editing the podcast! A special mention to Flash Masters Member, Dru D...
Send us a text In today's episode we congratulate all the newly announced MagMod Ambassadors, in particular those Ambassadors who are part of the Flash Masters community - Jeff Tisman, Sondra Miltenberger, Jessie & Dallin, Chris Benavides and our very own Helen Williams! It's an amazing achievement and we are so happy for you all. We also discuss whether we should add 'Digital Art' as a category for the 2025 Flash Masters Awards... it's a controversial one! Finally, Neil talks about his...
Send us a text We're back and this time we haven't waited 3 months to return! In this episode we talk about the Flash Masters live stream with the crazy talented Natalie Martin, and discuss why Natalie doesn't include digital files... plus we introduce our upcoming streams. Helen then shares news about her new wedding photography mentoring programme for 2025 - although be quick if you would like to book on as there are only two places left at the time of uploading. Plus Neil has been postin...
Send us a text Happy New Year everyone! In this episode we talk about what we have been up to over Christmas and New Year, what our resolutions are for 2025 and our recent weddings. Plus we congratulate the Flash Masters Photographers of the Year! Huge congratulations to Nelson Santos for winning Overall and Wedding Photographer of the Year, Jessie & Dallin for winning Environmental Photographer of the Year and Martin Hobby for winning Studio Photographer of the Year. We are so proud of ...
Send us a text We're back! It's been a few weeks since our last podcast, but fear not, we haven't been lazy, in fact we have been busier than ever as behind the scenes we have been working on the complete relaunch of Flash Masters - and we could not be more excited to share all the news with you! Flash Masters is now a fully fledged education platform, with education for photographers of all experience levels. Our education is headline by our brand new 'Flash Masters Tutorials', which are de...
Send us a text In this episode of the Flash Masters podcast, Neil shares his experiences of using off camera flash with the new Sony A9III and we discuss a trending topic... the sepia bride drama! Which side are you in - team bride or team photographer?! Here is the link to the full behind the scenes video of Neil's shoot with the Sony A9III: https://youtu.be/KfRDihMHbro Join us in the Flash Masters community: Website: https://flashmasters.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flashmaste...
Send us a text We're shaking off the dust from our hiatus with exciting tales and heartfelt apologies - consider it our quirky way of saying we've missed you deeply! (Can you tell that these descriptions are written by AI?!) Our latest episode might just tickle your funny bone as we recount how ChatGPT sent us on a wild goose chase with "The Flash," and no, not the kind we capture with our cameras. But it's not all fun and games, as we also introduce a new shining star in our communit...
Send us a text Prepare to have your approach to wedding photography transformed as, following on from last week's podcast, we are again joined by the renowned Dru Dodd for part 2 of our chat with Dru . Dru's signature group composites have revolutionised the traditional wedding group shot. Dru's stories carry us from his first serendipitous composite to drawing inspiration from Annie Leibovitz's lighting prowess. What begins as a mission to offer clients something remarkable ends...
Send us a text In this episode of the Flash Masters podcast, we are joined by the King of the Composites and one of the industry's true innovative photographers, Dru Dodd. Amongst many different topics, Dru reveals the magic behind his innovative 'wedding wall' and how it helped grow his wedding photography business. Plus, ever wondered what happens when the meticulous precision of science collides with the boundless creativity of photography? His tales from behind the camera serve not...
Send us a text Embark on a journey through the highs and lows of photography as we re-emerge, energized and ready to rock! We update you on all the latest news from the Flash Masters community - as well as what we have been up to personally. Plus, we announce our very first in-person 'Flash Masters presents' workshop as the incredible Christian Cardona will be coming to Manchester UK all the way from Colombia to hold his two day wedding photography off camera flash workshop and it will all b...
Send us a text We have seen a lot of new members join Flash Masters this past month (thank you all - ...and a very warm welcome!) many of which are US based wedding photographers. So, to welcome our new members, we thought we would entertain you by talking you through some of the most bizarre UK wedding traditions, that you probably haven't heard of before. But it's not all about the nuptials. This episode takes a candid turn as Helen shares her personal battle with procrastination and self-...
Send us a text As the UK shivers under a frosty blanket, Helen Williams and Neil Redfern, warm up the mic with a chat that's sure to thaw your curiosity (can you tell this is written by AI?!). We're buzzing to unfold the latest from Flash Masters, including our brand-new leaderboards that are calling all flash photography aficionados to showcase their skills. Whether you're a wedding, environmental or studio photographer, we're rolling out the red carpet for your work (again, this is AI!) Fi...
Send us a text In this episode we speak to the Flash Masters Photographer of the Year 2023 - Tim Kamppinen! Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Tim is an incredible wedding photographer and in this podcast we chat to him about his approach to weddings, off camera flash, his biggest piece advice to new photographer who are new to lighting and what he bought off Facebook which he drove 10 hours to collect... This conversation deftly slides from the echoes of his favourite sounds to the heart-pou...
Send us a text In this episode, we announce the Flash Masters Photographer of the Year 2023, as well as congratulating all the photographers who made up the top 20 positions on our worldwide leaderboard. We're rolling out the red carpet and setting the stage for the new year with three brand-new leaderboards, designed to honor specialized photography talents. And someone cue a drumroll for Nelson Santos, whose record-breaking nine awards in a single round have left us all in awe. It's ...
Send us a text As another 2023 draws to a close and we prepare to announce the Flash Masters Photographer of the Year for 2023, we look back on the past 12 months and talk about our personal highlights, our favourite photographs, our favourite purchases and what we hope Santa brings us on Christmas morning! Tidings of comfort, joy, and a good flash! As the festive lights twinkle, we're sending out a colossal thank you wrapped in seasonal cheer to our Flash Masters community. Whether you've t...
Send us a text Ever wondered how a professional photographer poses their subjects or integrates videography into their work? In this episode, we've got a treat for you! Join us as we sit down with the talented Paul Flannigan, an award-winning photographer with a knack for off-camera flash and posing. We kick things off with some lighthearted banter about everything from pizza and magic tricks to bathroom habits. Yes, you read that right! But don't worry, we get to the meat of the matte...
Send us a text In this episode Helen talks about her experience of talking in front of 100 photographers at the NineDots Gathering in Leeds, where she presented how she uses off camera flash at her weddings to shoot group shots. Plus! We were models for amazing photographers Jesse and Moira La Plante and Jason Vinson during their wedding photography workshop in the UK. Being on the other side of the camera was an eye-opening experience and in this podcast we talk about the things we learned....
Send us a text Have you ever wondered how the latest camera technology could transform your wedding photography? That's what we're unpacking in our latest Flash Masters Podcast episode. We dig into the innovative features of Sony's newest release, the A9III camera - from its remarkable 120 frames per second capability to its ground-breaking global shutter that eliminates banding. We also delve into the intricacies of its focus system, and how it flawlessly works with sunglasses, masks, and ev...
Send us a text In this episode we play Argumental, where we debate natural light wedding photography v Flash wedding photography and who is the most important wedding supplier out of Content Creators and Toastmasters? It's a heated debate! We also find out about the role of chimney sweeps at weddings - who knew that was a thing?! This episode was recorded live at Neil Redfern's SHINE wedding photography workshop and features two of Neil's attendees; Dru Dodd and Caroline Rushton. A huge tha...
Send us a text In this episode we catch up on our recent weddings and share insights from the Flash Masters community, including the fabulous work of Dru Dodd and Esteban Gill's in-depth explanations on creating stunning group portraits. Not to mention, we chat about Neil's upcoming Shine Workshop in Wales. A unique experience, where we plan to record a Flash Masters podcast in front of a live audience! Ever wondered about the vibrant coluors and the rich cultural traditions that make Indian...
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