Talking Frames

About Talking Frames

Welcome to Talking Frames, the podcast where photography comes to life through the stories, inspiration, and creative journeys of photographers from around the world. In every episode, host Tim Bingham sits down for honest, in-depth conversations that explore the people behind the photographs. Together, they discuss the experiences, techniques, influences, and passions that shape their work, offering a unique insight into their creative process and the stories behind the images they create. Follow Tim on Instagram at @timbingham and @talkingframes_podcast to keep up with the latest episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming guests.

Publisher

Tim Bingham

Category

arts · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Jan 2025

Latest episode

23 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

49 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Sept 2026

   49 Michael Young Bronx Street Photography, Community & the Power of Connection

   In this episode Tim Bingham is joined by Michael Young Michael discusses his journey from a 20-year career in corporate finance to becoming a full-time photographer and educator. Photography began as a form of healing after the death of a friend, whose Pentax camera Michael acquired. His creative background in musical theatre, music, and breakdancing strongly influenced his photographic approach, particularly his sensitivity to movement, timing, light, and shadow. Michael talks about developing his street photography through ideas such as Henri Cartier-Bresson's “Decisive Moment,” learning from other photographers, and finding compositions where the world can unfold naturally. His move from Brooklyn to the Bronx also transformed his relationship with the borough. Through photography, he began seeing beauty, humanity, and everyday stories that had previously been overlooked, creating an ongoing visual archive of the Bronx. His work is deeply connected to community and personal experience. Projects such as his photographs of Black fathers and children led to inclusion in Framing Fatherhood and an exhibition at Photoville, while his series Sometimes I See Michael explores his father's experience with homelessness and the human condition without resorting to stereotypes. Michael credits mentors including Jamel Shabazz, Richard Sandler, and Mike Camber with helping him develop as a photographer and understand photography as a form of connection and “visual medicine.” His involvement with the Bronx Documentary Center eventually led to his work as an education coordinator, where he teaches seniors, veterans, and intergenerational groups. Teaching has become an important part of Michael's practice. He describes photography as a source of validation and healing for his students, particularly seniors who had never experienced having a professional portrait taken. Ultimately, his story is about photography as more than image-making: it is a way of healing, building community, documenting the Bronx, and helping people feel seen. Michael Young website Michael Instagram Some people named in this episode Jamel Shabazz Richard Sandler Joseph Rodríguez Michael Kamber Renzo Grande Laura james Bronx Documentary Centre

2. 

   9 Sept 2026

   48 Richard Sandler The Art of Street Photography and New York

   In conversation  Tim Bingham  is joined by Richard Sandler and explores how one of New York’s most distinctive street photographers developed his eye, his craft and his philosophy of seeing. Richard reflects on an unconventional upbringing in New York, early encounters with creativity, and the winding path that eventually led him to photography. He talks about the mentors who shaped him, the analogue traditions that grounded his work, and the instinctive approach that became central to his style. The discussion moves through Richard’s return to New York during a turbulent era, his fascination with the city’s energy, and the discipline required to photograph while raising a child alone. He shares insights into how photographers learn to see — the relationships between movement, stillness, foreground and background — and how a single frame can hold humour, tension and contradiction at once. Throughout the conversation, Richard reflects on the role of craft, authenticity and mistakes in shaping a photographer’s voice. He also touches on the unexpected stories that sometimes emerge from his images years later, revealing how photographs can continue to evolve long after they’re taken. This episode is ultimately about curiosity, mentorship, and the lifelong process of learning to observe the world with clarity and intention. Richard Sandler Website Richard Sandler Instagram Talking Frames Instagram

3. 

   26 Aug 2026

   46 Julie Hrudová on Street Photography, Visual Storytelling and Finding the Surreal in Everyday Life

   The conversation between Tim Bingham and Julie Hrudová offered a fascinating insight into her distinctive approach to photography, creative storytelling, and the long-term projects that have defined her career. Throughout the discussion, Julie revealed how curiosity, careful observation, and a sense of humour lie at the heart of her work, whether she is producing commissioned assignments or pursuing deeply personal documentary projects. A significant part of the conversation focused on her ongoing commission for Amsterdam's leading newspaper, Het Parool, where she creates a full-page vertical street photograph every week. Rather than viewing creative limitations as restrictive, Julie explained that they often become the catalyst for stronger work. Working within clearly defined parameters—whether shooting exclusively in a vertical format, using black and white, or concentrating on a specific neighbourhood—encourages her to look more closely at familiar surroundings and discover photographs that might otherwise be overlooked. For Julie, constraints provide focus, consistency, and a framework that nurtures creativity rather than suppressing it. Julie reflected on the two major photographic series she has created for Het Parool. The first documented Amsterdam during the COVID-19 pandemic, capturing a city that had suddenly become quiet, empty, and unfamiliar. Photographing these transformed streets presented both creative and emotional challenges, forcing her to find visual stories in an environment stripped of its usual energy. Her current project explores Amsterdam after dark, where artificial light, shadows, and reflections reshape ordinary streets into cinematic, atmospheric scenes. She described how the city's diverse neighbourhoods, cultures, and vibrant public spaces ensure there is always another story waiting to be discovered. One of Julie's most celebrated personal projects centres on Amsterdam's urban herons. What began as an observation of birds living within the city evolved into a thoughtful exploration of the relationship between wildlife and the people who unknowingly—or intentionally—support them. By documenting these subtle interactions, Julie reveals how nature adapts to urban life and how humans and animals quietly coexist in shared spaces. The project struck a chord with audiences because it encouraged people to see their own city from an entirely new perspective, uncovering moments of wonder hidden within everyday routines. Drawing on her experience as both a photographer and a photo editor, Julie discussed how an understanding of the editorial process can help photographers present and pitch stories more effectively. She explained that the responsibilities of photo editors have changed considerably in recent years, with increasing emphasis on avoiding stereotypes and creating more balanced visual representation. At the same time, she expressed concern that the rapid pace of social media has encouraged many news organisations to prioritise speed over depth, making carefully researched documentary photography more valuable than ever. The conversation also provided practical advice for photographers looking to develop stronger bodies of work. Julie believes many photographers weaken their projects through poor editing, weak framing, or by including too many images that communicate the same idea. She emphasised that effective editing often requires removing favourite photographs if they fail to strengthen the overall narrative. Her advice was simple but compelling: discover the subjects that genuinely excite you, commit to them over time, remain curious, and allow enjoyment to remain at the centre of the creative process. Julie also spoke about expanding her storytelling through video. Alongside her photography, she now produces engaging reels documenting Amsterdam's unique cycling culture and creates YouTube videos that offer viewers a behind-the-scenes look at her creative process, often filmed wi

Who has been a guest on Talking Frames

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Rich Gilligan
• Ekaterina Kutikova Bgantseva
• Laurence Bouchard
• Wei Jian Chan
• Zula Rabikowska

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 29 / 100

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Quality

45

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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