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Reza is a world famous National Geographic photographer whose work has been published in numerous international publications including Time, Vanity Fair, Newsweek, New York Times Magazine and more.

He was awarded the Hope Prize for his works on behalf of Rwandan refugees. He also founded the Afghan Media and Culture Center to promote the principles of a free press to the men and women of Afghanistan after the fall of the Taliban. He was also honored with the Medal for Distinguished Service in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia. You can discover more of his work by visiting the National Geographic or Webistan websites.

Reza recommends the work of Sebastião Salgado.

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DVD Recommendation: Reza: Shooting Back

Rick Smolan is a former Time, Life and National Geographic photographer, He co-founded the best-selling "Day in the Life..." photography series. Smolan and his partner Jennifer Erwitt are also the co-founders of Against All Odds Productions, which specializes in the design and execution of large-scale global projects that combine compelling story-telling with state-of-the-art technology. By pulling together some of the world's best photographers, he has created a series of books that reveal the power of photograph to not only create beauty, but also show the power and importance of the every-day moment. To discover more about Rick and his work, visit his company's website.

Rick Smolan recommends the work of Elliot Erwitt.

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Paul Giguere is a fine-art photographer and host of his own podcast, Thoughts on Photography with Paul Giguere. Whether he turns his camera to focus on life in the subways or to nudes, he explores a way of seeing that expresses something very personal. His show also expresses that personal aesthetic and provides an important resource for anyone interested in discovering a public outlet for their work. You can discover more about Paul's work by visiting his website or his podcast.

Paul Giguere recommends the work of Horishi Watanabe.

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Jim Zuckerman left his medical studies in 1970 to turn his love of photography into a career. He has lectured and taught creative photography at many universities and private schools, including UCLA, Kent State University, the Hallmark Institute of Photography, and the Palm Beach Photographic Center. He also has led both domestic and international photo tours for 33 years to Africa, Asia, Europe, South America, and the American Southwest. He is the author of thirteen books on photography. He also teaches numerous courses through BetterPhoto.com and leads international photo tours and workshops. You can discover more about him and his work by visiting his website.

Jim Zuckerman recomends the work of Art Wolfe.

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Jim Miotke is the President and Founder of BetterPhoto.com and author of several photographic books including his latest, The Better Photo Guide to Photographing Children.

Before developing Better Photo, on online photography school, Jim ran a photography business in California and Washington that specialized in weddings and portraiture. He now primarily shoots stock photography (and several of his images can be found on Adobe's Photoshop CD-ROMs). His articles on photography have been featured in magazines, newspapers, and online sites. You can discover more about his work by visiting his website.

Jim Miotke recomends the work of Art Wolfe.

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Terrell Lloyd has provided professional photography services to individuals and organizations throughout the United States. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, near the high-tech capital of the world, Silicon Valley, Terrell Lloyd is most known for his special combination of artistic vision and cutting-edge technology. He is now being highly noted for his experience shooting sporting events. He has always been an avid football fan. In 1994 Terrell was granted the opportunity to shoot on the sidelines at a 49er game and his passion for sports photography exploded. According to one of his clients, Terrell's sports photos really capture the essence of the game. According to Terrell, When it is a sport you love, the essence of the game is not difficult to capture. You can discover more about him and his work by visiting his website.

Terrell Lloyd recommends the work of Bob Davis.

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Chris Marquardt is a professional photographer and producer/host of one of first and arguably best photographic podcast, Tips from the Top Floor. He is also leads photographic workshops in Europe, the United States and soon at the foot of the Himalayas. His journey from a full-time corporate employee to professional photographer and workshop facilitator provides some wonderful insights into what it means to take the leap into leading a creative life. You can discover more his work by visiting his website.

Chris Marquardt recommends the work of Joe Wigfall. Check out this link as for well for the street photography competition which Chris mentions on the show.

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Robert Kerian is one of the country's premiere automative photographers. His clients include Mercedes Benz, Toyota, BMW, Harley-Davidson and Nissan. Robert brings a sensitive eye to a field of work, where attention to detail is everything. Though increasingly much of these kinds of images are being made on the computer, Robert is an example of a classical photographer who uses his skills behind the camera to make images you can never forget. You can discover more about him and his work by visiting his website.

Robert Kerian recommends the work of Clint Clemens.

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Dane Sanders is a highly-respected wedding and portrait photographer, as well as a popular podcaster and author. He has been featured in Rangefinder, Professional Photographer and American Photo magazines. His philosphy about living the "professional" photographic life is embodied in his new book, "Fast Track Photographer" and his new podcast Ask Dane. Discover more about Dane and his work by visiting his website.

Dan Sanders recommend the work of John Michael Cooper.

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With my the help of my team at Alas Media, we've released the 2nd episode of new video podcast, Shooting with Alas. It's a photography podcast, which is a departure from what I've been doing on The Candid Frame, in which I take you out in the field and you have an opportunity to see me at work. In each episode, I'll discuss some aspect of photography in what I hope will be a fun and exciting way.

You can view the first two episodes by clicking here or please consider subscribing to the show.

I look forward to hearing your thoughts and comments.

All the best.

Seth Joel and Charlie Holland are a husband and wife team that produce natural looking images of people for commercial, advertising work and stock. They combine a life-long passion for making photographs and a keen awareness and knowledge of business to create successful photographic careers. To discover more of their work please visit their website.

Seth Joel and Charlie Holland recommend the work of Alia Malley and Jeff Dunas.

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Miriam Romais is the executive director of En Foco, a non profit organization that supports contemporary fine art and documentary photographers of Latino, African, Asian and Native American descent. It was started 35 years ago in the Bronx by a group of Puerto Rican photographers to serve as as outlet for work that was being too easily overlooked by mainstream art world.

As well as her work with En Foco, Miriam is also a photographer and curator. Her own work has been published and exhibited in numerous galleries and museums throughout the country. Some of her work has focused on her other passion, motorcycling. You can view her work by visiting her website.

Miriam Romais recommend the work of Alejandro Chaskielberg.

View a free PDF copy of En Foco's magazine, Nueva Luz by clicking here.

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Greg Gorman is a master fine-art photographer whose images of stage, film, sports and music personalities are both stunningly beautiful and iconic. As well as having photographed some of this generations greatest talents, he has produced a distinct photographic style rooted in his unique use of light and the black and white palette. You can discover more of his work by visiting his website.

As well as producing exceptional work, he also teaches an amazing workshop in his residence in Mendocino, California. You can discover more about this unique opportunity by clicking here.

Greg Gorman recommends the work of Gerd Ludwig.

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Douglas Kirkland has been a staff photographer for Look and Life magazines and has photographed some of the world's most dynamic, controversial and famous personalities including Marilyn Monroe, Andy Warhol and Judy Garland to name just a few. Recknowned for his work in the entertainment industry, he has also created a diverse body of work for advertsing and fine-art. He is one of the few photographers who can lay claim to the term, "a photographer's photographer". To discover more of his work, visit his website.

You can read an article that I wrote on Douglas Kirkland for Digital Photo Pro Magazine by clicking here.

Douglas Kirkland recommends the work of Lauren Greenfield.

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Bobbi Lane is an award-winning commercial photographer specializing in creative portraits on location and in the studio. Lane's multi-faceted approach to photography incorporates over 30 years of technical experience with innovative artistic interpretation. Lane shoots primarily people on location for editorial, corporate, and advertising accounts as well as photographing "real people" and travel for stock. As a dedicated photo educator, she brings insight and enthusiasm to her hundreds of students every year. Bobbi's excellent rapport and communication with her students inspires and motivates, while her straight-forward teaching style reaches students of many different skill levels. Bobbi teaches her own weekend workshops in CT, the Bobbi Lane Workshops and at the Santa Fe Workshops, the Maine Workshops, the Julia Dean Workshops, and the International Center for Photography in New York City. You can discover more about her by visiting her website.

Bobbi Lane recommends the work of Stephen Johnson.

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Lewis Kemper has been photographing the natural beauty of North America, and its park lands for over 29 years specializing in nature and outdoor photography. He is a Canon Explorer of Light and during his extensive travels, he has been to 47 states from Alaska to Florida. His work has been exhibited and published in magazines, books, and calendars worldwide. His photography and writing appears regularly in Outdoor Photographer and PC Photo magazines. He has recently released a monograph of his work, Capturing the Light, and you can discover more about this and his great body of work by visiting his website.

Lewis Kemper recommends the work of Philip Hyde.

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As mentioned in the show, you can find out more about Bruce Smith's Master Workshop in the U.S. by clicking here.

Maki Kawakita is an Olympus Visionary whose work covers as diverse a range of photographic work as the cultures — Japanese, American, and European — that have most influenced her. Fashion, editorial, advertising, portraiture, fine art and dance all provide areas for her expression and for her professional work. Kawakita has been featured in Time and Marie Claire, shot advertising campaigns for Coors Light, Olympus, Kodak, Canon, Levi Strauss & Co., and Smirnoff, and photographed celebrities such as Alicia Keys, Paris Hilton, Missy Elliott, Beyoncé, and Hilary Duff. You can discover more of her work by visiting her website.

Maki Kawakita recommends the work of Guy Bourdin.

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If you haven't already, check out the latest episode of my other podcast effort, Shooting with Alas. We travel Lake Los Angeles, where we photograph dirt bike enthusiast Gilbert Ruvalcaba. To create a series of action shots and portraits using off-camera flash, we use Pocket Wizard's new Mini TT1 and Flex TT5 to use counter the harsh existing light while maintaining TTL flash metering. You can visit the blog by clicking here.

If you haven't already, please consider subscribing to this new show and help spread the word. Your support is always appreciated.