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A photography channel for people who love taking pictures almost as much as they love overthinking them.
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On this week’s episode of Negative Influence, there’s a first! My real life friend Porsche Aremia stopped by the podcast to talk about the industry and all of it’s pitfalls, trying to make friends in the cold state of Michigan, and the realities of working in the photo/video world. Make sure to check it out! Instagram: www.instagram.com/shotgirlporscheWebsite: https://www.fullsendstudios.comNote: Due to a memory card failure, only Porsche’s video will be included in this week’s episode. No idea what happened, but my Sony Tough let me down again. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
Martin from AOK Camera joins the podcast to talk about how he got started in camera repair, why the industry desperately needs a new generation of techs, and what it actually means to keep aging cameras alive in a disposable digital world. We get into AI’s growing role in the digital age, where it helps, where it doesn’t, and where it might be quietly replacing more than we think. Somewhere along the way, a few conspiracy theories are invented, purely for educational purposes, of course. It’s a conversation about craft, curiosity, and resisting the idea that everything old should be replaced.Instagram: www.instagram.com/aokcameraYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@aokcameraWebsite: https://aokcamera.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aokcamera This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
In this episode, I sit down with Kate Hook to talk about chaos, control, and creating work that refuses to apologize. We dive into souped film, embracing “mistakes” as artistic intent, and what it means to make bold photography in a boys club industry that still struggles to take women seriously. We also unpack the endless noise of social media, dealing with hate, and why pushing your work into strange, uncomfortable places might be the most honest thing you can do as an artist.Website: https://www.katehook.com/Instagram: @kateh00k TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kateh00kSubscribe on Youtube/Spotify/Apple Podcasts/Substack for more episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
Ulices Del Toro and I talk about the photography gifts we got for Christmas, our ongoing mission to convince our neighbors to shoot film, and some half-serious scheming about where Negative Influence is headed next. Emmy winner, Time contributor and none of that really matters here because I made him shoot an Argus C44 and he’s mad about it. Just two friends talking photography.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deltorophotoInstagram: www.instagram.com/boundbybeauty This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
In this episode, Brae Hunziker and I talk about intent in photography and why it matters more than style or location. We get into the need for community, how many photographers are finding it online, and the tension between making work for yourself versus making it in public. We also dig into whether still landscape photographs can tell real stories, and what it takes for an image to move beyond being just “pretty.” It’s an honest conversation about purpose, belonging, and building meaningful work over time.YouTube: www.youtube.com/@BraeHunzikerInstagram: www.instagram.com/braehunzikerWebsite: www.braehunziker.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
In this episode, Dave Herring and I spend the evening talking about storytelling in photography, how it’s shaped over time, tested by doubt, and often misunderstood online. We get into social media, internet trolls, and the strange pressure to perform rather than observe, alongside the quieter responsibility of documenting history and creating work that actually means something. It’s a grounded conversation about patience, conviction, and making photographs that last beyond the moment they’re posted.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@davidherringInstagram: www.instagram.com/daveherringWebsite: https://dave.online This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
In this episode of Negative Influence, I’m joined by France for a conversation about portraits, long-term ideas, and what it means to stay with the work. We talk about ongoing projects, mental health and ADHD, and the slow process of figuring out style without forcing originality.It’s a reflective discussion about patience, creative honesty, and learning how to trust your instincts over time.Insta: www.instagram.com/france_the_artistWebsite: www.brycefrance.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
Kea Nacolatabua from @keashootsfilm stops by to chat about film photography, staying sane on the internet, and figuring out your look without turning into a tortured artist stereotype. Good laughs, good insights, good episode.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keashootsfilm/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
Chris from “Land of the Lonesome” joins the podcast to talk about the real side of making film photography work in today’s world. We dive into the struggles of social media, the grind behind creative projects, and what it really takes to turn your goals into reality. No shortcuts, just persistence, passion, and a lot of film (also debt, probably).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/landofthelonesome/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
Paul Maven, former punk rocker and longtime photographer, and my good friend in debauchery returns to film while reflecting on the digital camera revolution and the democratization of photography. In this episode, we explore his journey from film to digital and back again, the creative freedom that comes with a lifetime behind the lens, and the curious culture of negativity that some photographers somehow cultivate along the way.Website: https://paulmavenlandscapes.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
On this episode of Negative Influence, we sit down with Eric J. Meow of Conspiracy of Cartographers! He’s a film photographer, history lover, and deep thinker wandering America’s back roads. Watch us bumble our way through memory, mortality and creativity. We dive into his thought process, his approach to analog photography, and the unexpected benefits of not having to plan your own funeral and making it someone else’s problem instead. From darkroom rituals to hidden stories in the world around us, this episode is part philosophy, part creativity, and all curiosity.Instagram: www.instagram.com/conspiracy.of.cartographershttps://linktr.ee/consofcart This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
Giulia Hepburn stopped by to talk about film, freelancing, and the creative chaos that comes with both. We get into her eBay addiction, why she keeps shooting even when it’s easier not to, and how Substack has become her space to share work without all the noise. It’s a laidback chat about community, creativity, and the weird balance of making things for a living while still keeping it fun.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giuliahepburn/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@giuliahepburnWebsite: https://www.giuliahepburn.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
In this episode we sit down with film photographer Angela Marlaud of FantastikPlastic, based in the Bay Area, to dive into her vibrant world of photography. From her love of double exposures to the rituals of analog film processing, Angela shares her journey into film, her inspirations for capturing everyday life and abandoned spaces, and how she finds beauty in the ordinary through a film lens.Whether you’re a film photography enthusiast, a creative curious about analog art, or simply someone who loves hearing how a visual storyteller sees the world, this conversation with Angela offers insight, inspiration and a fresh perspective on slowing down and looking deeper.Note: This is an audio-only episode due to a rare equipment malfunction on my end during filming. The conversation was too good to lose, so we’re sharing it sound only.Angela’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fantastikplastic/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
In this episode, I sit down with Ben Carlton ,better known as Moonbeam Ben , to talk about film photography, kindness, and finding joy in simple moments. Ben’s work feels like a deep breath in a noisy world, and his outlook on creativity is as refreshing as it is grounding. If you’ve ever felt burnt out or lost in the algorithm, this one’s a reminder of why we pick up a camera in the first place.Instagram: www.instagram.com/Moonbeam.BenYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@moonbeambenTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moonbeamben This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
In this episode of Negative Influence, we sit down with Keaton O’Neill, better known online as MetalFingers. A photographer and filmmaker who’s built a following around his honest approach to shooting, storytelling, and staying creative in the algorithm age, while keeping us updated on all the breaking film photography news. We talk about the intersection of film photography and YouTube, how community shapes creativity, and why slowing down still matters when everything else moves fast. From chasing light to managing burnout, Keaton opens up about the realities of making art online and finding meaning behind the lens.Instagram: Keaton: https://www.instagram.com/bazooka_mouth Metalfingers: https://www.instagram.com/metalfingersfilm/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKY4vHTH747hWoMKBeLkIQ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
Håkon Lønn is a touring concert photographer from Norway who captures the energy of live music both on film and digital. In this conversation, we dive into his process on the road, what it’s like shooting bands night after night, and how his mindset and goals as a photographer have evolved over time.From the chaos of the stage to the quiet focus behind the lens, Håkon shares insights into balancing creativity with the demands of touring, the differences between film and digital in a live environment, and what keeps him inspired as an artist.Whether you’re into concert photography, curious about life on tour, or just love hearing how photographers grow in their craft, this episode is full of perspective and inspiration.Website: http://hakonlonn.myportfolio.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hakon.lonn/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
This is awkward. I’m supposed to tell you about me being a guest on my own podcast, because who wants to follow Jason’s episode? Nobody, that’s who. I got outvoted and guess who kept coming up as the recommended guest? Me. So I sat down with Hanz so he could interview me on this week’s episode of Negative Influence! We’ll get back to our normally scheduled episodes next week.My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shotbyjallen/?hl=enMy Print Store: https://shotbyjallen.darkroom.comMy Website: https://shotbyjallen.mypixieset.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
In this episode of Negative Influence, I sit down with photographer and YouTuber Jason Kummerfeldt, the creator behind the popular film photography channel Grainydays. We dive into the world of 35mm film, medium format cameras, creative burnout, Fresca, and the realities of making photography content on YouTube. Jason shares his journey through photography, his thoughts on the current state of film photography, and what inspires him to keep creating despite the ups and downs of being an online creator.Whether you’re a film shooter, digital photographer, or just someone looking for inspiration, this conversation offers a mix of humor, honesty, and insight into the creative process.Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/%40grainydaysss?utm_source=chatgpt.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/50_shades_of_jason/?hl=en&utm_source=chatgpt.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
This week on Negative Influence I sit down with George of Focus Tilt. We dive into his journey into photography, how inspiration strikes, and the thought process behind composition. George also shares the story of his personal Sprocket Rocket, the Flexpan, a camera that perfectly reflects his creative approach to the medium.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/focus_tilt_photo/NOTE: Due to an uploading error, the first minute of the video is blank, nothing was missed it just had a buffering zone, apparently. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
This week I sat down for another chaos fueled episode with Dan Helle of okayfoto and Hanz for a group episode that goes a little off the rails (in the best way). We cover Dan’s maybe-broken Fuji, my one sad Nikon lens without a body, why hashtags still matter, light bullying and plenty of random photo talk in between. Fair warning: the longer it goes, the more inebriated I get. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit negativeinfluencepodcast.substack.com
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