Paris Chong Show features acclaimed photographer Alan Schaller, who discusses his journey into photography, starting from a crush on a girl to becoming a "golden boy" in the industry. He shares insights into his practice, including his initial investment in a Leica camera and his dedication to street photography, which he attributes to an "obsessive maniac" approach and a flexible freelance musician lifestyle.

Schaller also introduces his new company, Iriys, an "ecosystem" designed to support the photography industry. Irys aims to offer book publishing, an agency, galleries, a magazine, and a social media application for photographers. He highlights the company's mission to address challenges faced by photographers in the age of AI and video prevalence, and to create a supportive community where artists receive fair compensation for their work, such as a 50% royalty on book sales.

The conversation touches on personal anecdotes, including humorous stories about dropping cameras and a "midlife crisis" purchase of a vintage Aston Martin during lockdown. Paris Chong expresses excitement about Iris and her involvement as a curator, emphasizing the need for such a platform and Schaller's generous approach to sharing knowledge within the photographic community.

Show Notes:

www.theparischongshow.com/episodes/alan-schaller-from-a-crush-to-photographys-golden-boy-the-birth-of-irys

Chapters:

(00:00:00 ) Intro

(00:01:11 ) Alan Schaller

(00:06:06 ) A Funny Meeting

(00:07:16 ) Irys Photo App

(00:11:32 ) Lockdown Experience

(00:14:30 ) Irys, but for real this time

(00:19:33 ) Book Publishing & PopUp Galleries

(00:25:09 ) When is the launch of Irys?

(00:27:24 ) Traveling Life

(00:29:16 ) Featured Print & Sponsors

(00:33:18 ) People are obssessed with Alan

(00:37:25 ) Explaining the Photo

(00:39:30 ) How we met again, but different.

(00:46:56 ) Irys Launch Party

(00:48:03 ) Playing with Chaka Khan

(00:50:02 ) Outro

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