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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

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49 Michael Young Bronx Street Photography, Community...

Talking Frames ·

2026/09/23

In this episode Tim Bingham is joined by Michael YoungMichael 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

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48 Richard Sandler The Art of Street Photography and...

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2026/09/09

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

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45:05

46 Julie Hrudová on Street Photography, Visual...

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2026/08/26

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

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53:29

47 Kieron Beard Seeing Beyond the Surface Through...

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2026/08/12

Tim interviews Kieron Beard, a former firefighter turned street photographer based in Switzerland, about his journey into photography and how his previous career has shaped his approach to photographing strangers.Kieron explains how years of working as a firefighter gave him the confidence to communicate with people in difficult and unpredictable situations—an experience that now helps him approach strangers on the street. He also discusses the challenges of photographing in Geneva, where concerns

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55:43

45 Markus Andersen Documentary Photography, Black &...

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2026/07/29

Australian photographer Markus Andersen joins Tim Bingham for a thoughtful and deeply personal conversation about photography, creativity, and finding meaning through long-term documentary work. Known for his powerful black-and-white imagery, Markus explains why he has never felt comfortable with the label of street photographer, preferring instead to describe himself as a documentary photographer whose projects are built over months, sometimes years, rather than from isolated moments captured at

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76:29

44 James Clifford Kent: Documentary Photography,...

Talking Frames ·

2026/07/15

Tim Bingham is joined by photographer James Clifford Kent, whose thoughtful and compassionate approach to documentary photography has seen him spend more than two decades exploring identity, memory, community, healthcare, and social change. Based in London, James blends documentary reportage, portraiture, and socially engaged photography to create work rooted in empathy, curiosity, and genuine human connection.In this episode, James explains why he resists being confined by labels such as street

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43 Amin Yousefi: Photography, Memory, and Archives

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2026/07/01

In this episode of Talking Frames, Tim is joined by London-based Iranian photographer, researcher and visual artist Amin Yousefi. Originally trained as a documentary photographer in Iran, Amin's practice has evolved into a research-led exploration of photography, memory, history and archival practice. Amin has rapidly gained significant international recognition as one of the most exciting emerging voices in contemporary photography. His work has been exhibited widely across Europe and beyond, he

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42 Homeland Lost Photography, Memory and Palestinian...

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2026/06/17

In this episode Tim Bingham speaks with documentary photographer Alan Gignoux, curator Jenny Christensson, and long-time collaborator Chloe Juno in a conversation about Homeland Lost — a twenty-year photographic project documenting the lives, memories, and histories of Palestinian refugees displaced from their villages in 1948.Based in London, Alan began the project while living in Beirut, where everyday encounters with Palestinian refugees revealed a striking reality: despite the scale and

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53:18

41 Danielle Fitzgerald Photographing Subcultures...

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2026/06/10

In this episode, Tim Bingham speaks with documentary and portrait photographer Danielle Fitzgerald, whose work offers an intimate, humanising look at strip clubs, people who work in the adult industry, and the private spaces where performance falls away. Throughout the conversation, Danielle describes how her first major project emerged from a desire to photograph people not in the heightened atmosphere of performance, but in the quieter, more revealing spaces behind the scenes. A central thread in

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51:47

40 Amy Horowitz Street Portrait Photography, New York...

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2026/05/27

In this episode, Tim Bingham is joined by photographer Amy Horowitz to discuss her remarkable journey into street photography and how creativity transformed her life after moving to New York City.The conversation explores the pivotal moments that shaped Amy’s photographic practice, from the first time she approached a stranger for a portrait to overcoming fear, rejection and self-doubt. Amy reflects on creating more than 2,000 portraits over the last six years, explaining how

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72:54

39 Neil Kramer From Street Photography to Personal...

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2026/05/13

This episode of Talking Frames Neil Kramer joins Tim Bingham for a deeply reflective conversation exploring photography, ethics, family, aging, and the evolving realities of street photography in a post-pandemic world.Neil discusses his unconventional journey into photography, initially resisting the medium despite growing up around cameras through his father before eventually discovering photography through the accessibility of the iPhone and the streets of New York City. Drawing from his

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41:55

38 Photo London 2026 Inside the New Venue, Programme...

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2026/05/06

Photo London 2026 marks a new chapter for one of the world’s most important photography fairs. Running from 14 to 17 May, this year’s edition brings together leading galleries from across Europe, the US, Asia, and Latin America but what really defines Photo London is the way it balances the commercial energy of an art fair with a genuinely thoughtful curatorial vision.After a decade at Somerset House, the fair has now moved to Olympia London. That shift isn’t just logistical; it changes the entire

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37 Niamh Barry Capturing Identity Through Photography...

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2026/04/28

Niamh Barry who is based in Dublin is a photographer and visual storyteller whose work focuses on intimate, emotionally honest portrayals of queer life in Ireland. Her images are grounded in trust, tenderness and a commitment to representing people and communities whose stories are often overlooked. Niamhs work has been exhibited widely, including at the RHA Annual Exhibition, Photo Museum Ireland’s Talents programme, Irish Design Week and the Galway Arts Centre. She has been nominated for

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36 Reuben Radding Improvisation, Authenticity, and...

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2026/04/15

Reuben Radding, a New York based street and documentary photographer whose work has become a distinctive voice within contemporary urban photography. Reuban has spent more than a decade walking the city with a camera, creating images that feel less like observations and more like encountersHis photographs have appeared in exhibitions and publications since the early 2010s, and his first photobook, Heavenly Arms, published by Red Hook Editions, has already earned international recognition, including

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70:05

35 Dave Cossini Immersive Documentary Photography,...

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2026/04/01

David Cossini is a documentary and street photographer whose work is grounded in immersion, connection, and honesty. Rather than chasing quick images, he invests time in the people and communities he photographs, building trust and creating images that feel raw, human, and deeply personal. His approach prioritises emotion and atmosphere over technical perfection, drawing viewers into the scene rather than positioning them as distant observers.His work has been recognised through a number of

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34 John Boaz Photographing People, Place, and Community

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2026/03/18

John Boaz is a portrait photographer whose work explores faith, community, culture, and place.He has been recognized multiple times in the Portrait of Britain awards, and his work has been exhibited at respected venues such as the Saatchi Gallery in London. His editorial photography has appeared in major publications including The Telegraph Magazine, Financial Times, New Statesman, Le Monde, and Der Spiegel. In this conversation with Tim Bingham, he discusses his journey into photography, his slow

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70:11

33 Marcin Kornacki Photography in Conflict Zones...

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2026/03/04

Marcin Kornacki is a photojournalist and documentary photographer whose work focuses on places and communities shaped by conflict, social inequality, and historical memory. He is based in London and studied photojournalism and documentary photography at the University of the Arts London. His practice is grounded in long-term projects and spending extended time with the people he photographs, combining visual storytelling with personal testimony.In this episode, Tim speaks with Marcin about his

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32 -Meryl Meisler on Street Photography and ...

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2026/02/18

Meryl Meisler is an American photographer born in the South Bronx and raised on Long Island, New York, whose work offers a vivid, human-centred portrait of New York from the 1970s onward. She started taking photographs as a young student, influenced by photographers like Diane Arbus and Jacques Henri Lartigue.In recent years a resurgence of interest in her archive has brought Meryl's work wider recognition. Exhibitions and books of her work present these photographic archives as cultural time

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31 Simon King on Documentary Photography, Ethics, and...

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2026/02/04

Simon King began his photographic career in the world of fashion, focusing particularly on backstage photography. While this commercial work provided valuable experience, it was through documentary photography that Simon discovered his true calling. This evolution signified a shift towards authentic storytelling, where meaningful engagement with subjects took precedence over commercial interests.A distinctive feature of Simon's approach lies in his clear separation between street photography and

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66:00

29 Rich Gilligan From Skate Culture to Documentary...

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2026/01/21

Rich Gilligan is an acclaimed Irish photographer whose creative practice bridges Dublin and New York. His evocative images focus on skateboarders, subcultures, urban landscapes, and leading figures from art and music. His work has been internationally recognised, with publications including T Magazine from The New York Times and i-D Magazine.His photography is rooted in real environments and real relationships. While skateboarding appears frequently in his pictures, his real interest lies in the

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