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Jason Siegel: From Music Photography to Eagle Hunters

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2026/09/29

On this episode of How I See, photographer Jason Siegel shares the unexpected path that took him from running a college music blog to photographing artists including GRiZ and Illenium—and eventually to documenting remote cultures and landscapes around the world.Jason discusses developing his visual style with Leica, balancing music, adventure, and hospitality photography, and building a creative career around curiosity and variety. He also recounts his journey through Kyrgyzstan and

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61:03

Emily Garthwaite on Consent, Conflict and the Stories...

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2026/09/22

How does a photographer earn trust in places shaped by conflict, faith and history?In this episode of How I See: The Leica Podcast, Louise Goldstone speaks with photographer Emily Garthwaite about curiosity, walking and the human connections behind her work.Emily recounts how she first began photographing people as a teenager, her journey to Iraq during the Arbaeen pilgrimage, and the thousands of kilometres she walked through the Zagros Mountains. She discusses working with Yazidi

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52:10

The Friend with a Camera - Pat Domingo

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2026/09/15

In this episode of How I See, Louise Goldstone speaks with photographer Pat Domingo at Leica headquarters in Wetzlar, Germany.Pat shares how his father introduced him to photography, how photojournalism shaped his approach to fashion, and why he has carried a camera with him almost every day since he was 15. He discusses trust, emotion, teamwork, Leica cameras, fashion weeks, and the decisive moment behind his photograph of Kendrick Lamar and Justin Timberlake.Pat also tells the story of

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45:42

The Art of Candid Family Photography with Nina Davidson

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2026/09/08

In this episode of How I See, Louise Goldstone speaks with French photographer Nina Davidson at Leica headquarters in Wetzlar. Nina shares how motherhood transformed her photography, why she embraces candid moments, and how moving from France to rural Scotland shaped her creative practice.She also discusses her Leica Q3, inherited Leica M6, analog photography, memory, printing, and the beauty of ordinary family life. In the Unframed segment, Nina explores three family photographs, including

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63:45

Holly-Marie Cato: Finding the Stories Close to Home

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2026/09/01

In this episode of How I See: The Leica Podcast, host Louise Goldstone sits down with London-based photographer and director Holly-Marie Cato to explore photography as a tool for connection, curiosity and community.Holly reflects on growing up in a large Jamaican-British family in London, her unexpected journey from architecture into photography, and the pivotal experience of documenting the 2011 Tottenham riots that helped change the course of her career.From Mexico City and Vietnam to

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90:52

Photographing the Icons of Hip-Hop - Jonathan Mannion

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2026/08/25

Few photographers have shaped the visual language of hip-hop quite like Jonathan Mannion.In this episode of How I See: The Leica Podcast, host Jack Devanna sits down with the legendary portrait photographer to trace a career built on curiosity, persistence, human connection, and an instinct for the moment.Mannion reflects on discovering photography at Kenyon College, learning from master photographer Richard Avedon, and immersing himself in New York City’s emerging hip-hop scene, carrying

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72:21

Greta Rico: “One Photograph Cannot Change the World”

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2026/08/18

Can photography really change the world?Mexican photographer, visual artist, journalist and educator Greta Rico joins host Lucy Goldstone for a powerful conversation about photography as a tool for activism, education and social change.Greta reflects on her journey from receiving her first camera at eight years old to developing long-term documentary projects exploring gender violence, reproductive rights, care work, climate change and the representation of women in Mexico.She discusses her

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61:14

How Photography Changed My Life - Melissa Field

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2026/08/11

Join us for an inspiring conversation with wildlife and underwater photographer Melissa Field, whose journey began with a film camera as a teenager and grew into a career capturing some of the world's most breathtaking moments.Melissa shares how photography helped her find presence, why she left certainty behind to follow her passion, and what it takes to create powerful images in some of nature's most challenging environments. From photographing whales and wildlife to discussing

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53:50

"Don't take your images too seriously." - Mike Chudley

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2026/08/04

From filming skateboard tricks as a kid to becoming one of YouTube's most recognizable street photography voices, Mike Chudley has built a career by keeping photography approachable, authentic, and fun.In this episode of How I See: The Leica Podcast, host Louise Goldstone sits down with Mike at the Leica Headquarters in Wetzlar to discuss his journey into photography, why street photography is simply "a visual demonstration of people watching," overcoming the fear of photographing

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65:32

Who is Portra Papi?

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2026/07/07

Photographer and creator Jakob Lilja-Ruiz, better known as Portra Papi, joins the Leica Podcast for an honest conversation about creativity, film photography and building a career behind the camera.From his early fascination with YouTube and filmmaking to becoming one of the most influential voices in analogue photography, Jakob reflects on the experiences that shaped his work. Along the way, he shares his thoughts on Leica cameras, travelling, storytelling and why passion—not equipment—is

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34:53

Steve McCurry: The Secret to Great Photos

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2026/06/30

For more than five decades, Steve McCurry has documented people, places and cultures around the world, creating some of the most recognisable photographs in history.In this episode of How I See: The Leica Podcast, Steve reflects on the experiences that shaped his career, from travelling through India with rolls of Kodachrome to embracing digital photography today. He shares why curiosity and observation remain at the heart of great photography, the importance of practising every day, and

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56:53

Eva Woolridge: Photography with Purpose

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2026/06/23

Photographer and visual storyteller Eva Woolridge joins the Leica Podcast to discuss her creative journey, the power of self-portraiture, and how photography became her life's purpose.In this episode, Eva reflects on the image that first inspired her artistic path, the importance of storytelling, and her commitment to creating work that centres identity, community, resilience, and social impact. She shares how photography can transform personal experiences into meaningful conversations and

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53:48

How Motion Blur Became Alex Dobé’s Visual Signature

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2026/06/16

Fashion photographer Alex “Très Cool” Dobé joins How I See to discuss his journey from shooting street style during Fashion Week to becoming one of the most recognisable voices in contemporary fashion photography.In this episode, Alex shares how passion, experimentation, and a commitment to developing a unique visual language helped him stand out in a highly competitive industry. He reflects on the lessons learned from years of street photography, the origins of his signature motion-blur

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45:57

"Everything I Do Is Personal" – Sara Messinger

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2026/06/09

In this episode of How I See, photographer Sara Messinger reflects on the experiences that shaped her approach to photography, from organising her family's photo archive as a child to creating long-term documentary projects around the world. She discusses why photography remains a powerful tool for preserving memory, how shooting film encourages a more intentional and intuitive way of working, and why building genuine relationships with her subjects is essential to her process. Sara also

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57:35

"Authenticity always wins" - Myah Asha Jeffers

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2026/06/02

In this episode of How I See: The Leica Podcast, documentary and portrait photographer Myah Asha Jeffers reflects on the deeply personal experiences that shaped her creative voice.Recorded at Leica HQ in Wetzlar, the conversation explores how a childhood instant camera sparked her love for storytelling, why she photographs communities she belongs to, and how themes like grief, identity, vulnerability, and intimacy influence her work. Myah also discusses balancing photography with writing

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56:19

How Mark Mann Photographs Icons

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2026/05/26

Portrait photographer Mark Mann joins How I See, the Leica podcast, to share the story behind his creative journey and the philosophy that drives his work. From discovering photography through the magic of the darkroom to photographing globally recognised artists and public figures, Mark reflects on the importance of trust, curiosity, and human connection in portraiture.The conversation explores storytelling, creativity, collaboration, Leica cameras, and what it truly means to capture

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58:31

Philipp Reinhard: Olympic Photography & Visual...

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2026/05/19

Sports photographer and filmmaker Philipp Reinhard joins the Leica Podcast to discuss the connection between sport, creativity, and storytelling. From his early roots in skateboarding culture to photographing elite athletes and the Olympics, Philipp reflects on the importance of instinct, passion, discipline, and evolving creatively over time.The conversation also explores documentary filmmaking, street photography, favourite Leica setups, and why developing your own visual signature

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53:49

Jas Leon on Film, Memory & Capturing Time

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2026/05/12

In this episode of How I See, Jack Devanna speaks with photographer Jas Leon about her journey into photography.From early experimentation with a digital camera to discovering film in the darkroom, Jas describes how photography became a way to capture and preserve life’s moments. She shares why she ultimately committed to shooting exclusively on film and how that decision continues to shape her work today.A conversation about memory, process, and the meaning behind making images.Jas'

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62:39

Phil Penman: From Celebrity Photography to the Street

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2026/05/05

Phil Penman joins How I See: The Leica Podcast for a candid conversation about New York, photography, and the path that led him to street work.He looks back on his early ambition to live in New York, the years he spent in celebrity photography, and the moment he knew he had to change direction. Phil also discusses black-and-white photography, darkroom roots, book-making, and how he built a career around the work he truly wanted to make.A thoughtful episode about persistence, instinct, and

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87:43

Why Davide de Martis Photographs Cars Like People

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2026/04/28

Davide de Martis joins How I See, the Leica Podcast to talk about photography, creativity, and finding your own visual voice. He reflects on his early fascination with cameras, his unique way of photographing cars as if they were people, and the influence of Sardinia on the way he sees the world. The conversation explores challenge, instinct, personal style, and the importance of perseverance for young creatives.Davide's latest campaign with the Leica M EV1:

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