Welcome to Zone Focused, a podcast where we dive into the world of all things street photography. Join us as we hang out each week and explore the art of capturing life on the streets. Whether you're a seasoned photographer or just starting, Zone Focused is the perfect place to get inspired and learn more about street photography.
Hosts Matt and Ryan explore the concept of originality in photography, debating its existence and influence on modern image-making in this episode.
19 Jun 2025
The One With All the Harsh Light
Hosts Matt and Ryan share life updates, discuss new photography gear, and explore techniques for managing harsh lighting conditions, while also spotlighting photographer Jared Tapy in a new segment.
28 May 2025
The One Where the Gang Defines a "Good Photo"
Hosts Matt and Ryan explore the subjective elements that define a compelling photograph, weighing technical skill against emotional impact.
15 May 2025
The One with All the Lenses
The guys are back together in the studio for episode 8. Matt and Ryan catch up on recent photos walks/trips, and then chat about the prints they are exhibiting at the upcoming gallery. And then for the main topic: all things lenses, inlcuding bokeh, the "look" of vintage lenses, focal lengths and lens recommendations. 00:00 – Introduction, Updates, Events09:00 – Matt and Ryan walk through the prints they're showing at the upcoming gallery21:00 – New Gear Talk35:00 – Main Discussion: all ...
29 Apr 2025
The One with all the Zone Focusing
In episode seven of Zone Focused: a Street Photography Podcast, guys come to you remotely – with Matt out of his studio and Ryan in Cleveland. After catching up on recent developments on the street, they cover a topic near and dear to the podcast: zone focusing. With a brief "how to", followed by its benefits and drawbacks, and more. Finally, Matt and Ryan close with some listener Q&A. 00:00 – Introduction, Updates, Events04:30 – Shooting in a new city10:30 – Matt's new (old) Leica M12:30...
17 Apr 2025
The One About Getting Comfortable (on the street)
In episode six of Zone Focused: a Street Photography Podcast, the gang kicks it and chats about recent and upcoming events, as well as their latest camera acquisitions. Then, the focus shifts to tips for those looking to get more comfortable on the street – comfortable with interactions, confrontations, ethics, self-esteem, and all the other things that can get in between us and taking a photograph. 00:00 – Introduction, Updates, Events10:00 – "Shot Both Ways" gallery16:00 – New camera day fo...
10 Apr 2025
The One with All the Flash
In episode five of Zone Focused: a Street Photography Podcast, "Goodyear Ryan" returns, and the gang catches up on recent events and moments on the street. Then, a deep dive into the topic of flash photography on the street: techniques, settings, ethics, styles and more. Plus, some listener Q&A's to wrap up the show. 00:00 – Introduction3:30 – Goodyear Ryan's first experience with flash7:30 – Matt's work for Adorama at WPPI15:30 – Ryan's photowalk with FujixWeekly and Nuzira in Down...
3 Apr 2025
The One with Zack Kaufman, @thingsibrought
In episode four of Zone Focused: a Street Photography Podcast, Matt and "Dowtown Ryan" sit down with Zack Kaufman (@thingsibrought), a street photographer doing meaningful work on the streets of Phoenix, Arizona. The gang hangs out and talks about Zack's evolution in photography, diving into topics ranging from settings for beginners, the value of dark room printing and photography classes, social media, imposter syndrome, and more. To hear and see more from Zack, check out his Instagra...
13 Mar 2025
The One with the Battle Between Film and Digital
In episode three of Zone Focused: a Street Photography Podcast, the gang goes around the horn with updates from a week of shooting, and then debates and discusses one of the hottest topics in popular street photography today: film versus digital. Which is better? Which is harder? What is the best way to get started? And how does ISO work in film? Also discussed is black and white photography versus color, the benefits of monochrome sensors, and much more. Episode 3: The One with the Battle Be...
6 Mar 2025
The One About the Creek
In episode two of Zone Focused: a Street Photography Podcast, the gang checks in with some stories from the last week of shooting on the streets, and then dives deep into the art (and social gymnastics) of street portraiture. Also discussed are photo projects, shooting street in rural and small towns, and the work of Mary Ellen Mark. Episode 2: The One About the Creek 00:30 – Podcast Introduction, sharing that day's experiences of shooting on the streets, and the "shot that got away"9:0...
1 Mar 2025
The One Where the Gang Starts a Podcast
Welcome to the pilot episode of Zone Focused: a Street Photography Podcast – a place for street photographers to just hang out and talk about all things street photography. From the art and the science behind discipline, to it's history, present, and beyond; from gear to printing and developing, to funny stories and invaluable experiencs, co-hosts Matthew Stella, Ryan Currie, and Ryan Faer cover it all. Episode 1: The One Where the Gang Starts a Podcast 00:45 – Podcast Introduction ...
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