The Exposed Negative
Episodes
#95 - Truth and Lies w/ Jillian Edelstein
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"The best portraits are like a game of trust – the more I show myself, the easier it gets to reveal the real person."Ever notice how the s...
#93 - AI Wars: The Creatives Strike Back
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the podcast Tom and Greg delve into the latest report on the impact of AI: *‘Brave New World? Justice for creators in the age of ...
#93 - Fighting for your rights; Copyright and AI w/ Isabelle Doran (AOP)
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this weeks show we are privileged to be joined by Isabelle Doran, CEO of the Association of Photographers (AOP) in the UK. Isabelle talks about the...
#92 - The last Fireside chat w/ Tom & Greg
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about the start of the year, some big changes and just general chit chat.Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this...
#91 - Get paid to shoot what you love w/ mentor Christina Force
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*** LINKS FOR CHRISTINAS WEBINAR ON DEC 2 2025 ARE BELOW ***In this episode photography consultant and mentor Christina Force comes on the show to dis...
#90 - Fireside - The End for Adobe?
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Tom and Greg discuss a potential Adobe rival that has re-emerged; Affinity now bought by Canva and released for..... Free?! They also ...
#89 - Capture One Mobile & Shooting to an iPad?!
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful an...
#88 - Long term photographic projects w/ David Chancellor
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we chat to David Chancellor, a National Geographic Photographer best known for his long term projects on conservation stories close to...
#87 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg - Festivals, Fuji & Life Lessons
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this fireside we talk all Photo Festivals, finding and maintaining inspiration, building a decent working environment and we find out what Tom has ...
#86 - AI, Agents & Authenticity w/ James Gerrard-Jones
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk with James Gerrard Jones from the agency Wyatt Clarke & Jones. We discuss what photo agents look for in photographers, how...
#85 - Greg Funnell interviews Tom Barnes
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks show the tables are tuned and Greg puts the microphone to his co-host Tom Barnes to hear about his journey into photography. From his ea...
#84 - Magnum, Mistakes & Making It w/ Tim Paton
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s show, we sit down with photo agent and industry veteran Tim Paton for an unflinchingly honest look at life behind the lens — and th...
#83 - Tom Barnes interviews Greg Funnell
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging conversation, Tom Barnes interviews Greg Funnell, exploring his journey into photography — from childhood curiosity to becoming a p...
#82 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg - Freedom, Fitness & Freelance Truths
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s show, Tom and Greg sit down for an unscripted fireside-style catch-up, diving deep into the realities of freelance creative life. Fro...
#81 - Printing, Portraits & Personal Truths w/ Jenny Lewis
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s show, we sit down with the phenomenal Jenny Lewis to explore her artistic journey — from cutting her teeth in the darkroom to captu...
#80 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg - Bags, Batteries & Big Ideas
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging conversation, Tom Barnes and Greg Funnell discuss various topics related to photography, including equipment repair, sustainability i...
#79 - Shooting on the street w/ Josh K Jackson
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Josh K. Jackson shares his journey from a corporate desk job to becoming a full-time street photographer. He discusses the impor...
#78 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg - Exploring the camera club and Foto release
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Greg and Tom discuss their experiences with studio setups, the Camera Club in London, the launch of the FOTO app, and their anti...
#77 - Exploring AI for photographers w/ Daniel Cuthbert
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Exposed Negative, Daniel Cuthbert, a former fashion and documentary photographer turned cybersecurity expert, discusses the evolvin...
#76 - Fireside - Label printers, camera bags and portfolios
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging conversation, Greg Funnell and Tom Barnes reflect on the New Year, sharing their excitement for 2025 and discussing the importance of...
#75 - Understanding the image & Developing visual language w/ Ted Forbes
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Greg & Tom interview Ted Forbes, a renowned photographic educator and YouTube creator, about his journey in photography, his...
#74 - Christmas, Ads & AI w/ Tom & Greg
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tom & Greg dive into the world of AI, its impact on photography, advertising, and creative jobs. From face-randomising tech to the ethical implica...
#73 - Fireside - Actions, Tools & Time-Saving Techniques
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Exposed Negative, Tom and Greg dive deep into the world of Photoshop actions and digital workflow efficiency. The conversation ...
#72 - Licensing and negotiation w/Monashee Alonso
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Monashee Alonso, a photo consultant with over 20 years of experience, shares her insights on the photography industry, focusing ...
#71 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Tom and Greg as they geek out over internet speeds, custom file transfer solutions, and the latest in photography gear. From automating Photoshop...
#70 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Tom and Greg dive into the future of cloud-based photography, comparing innovative tools like Frame.io and Capture One. They share pe...
#69 - Toolkits for Travelling photographers w/ David Hobby
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show we are delighted to be joined by David Hobby. David is probably best know for is seminal work on flashgun photography in the ear...
#68 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Tom and Greg as they dive into the ever-evolving world of photography tech, from cloud-based workflows to the challenges of lugging heavy gear. T...
#67 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg - Listeners Questions
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us, Tom and Greg as we dive into the ever-evolving world of photography technology, from cloud-based workflows to the future of camera brands. We...
#66 - Passion, People & Perseverance w/Sam Robinson
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Tom and Greg as they delve into the creative world of Sam Robinson, a director and photographer based in New York and London. Explore his artisti...
#65 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show we have a chat about new kit, the state of the industry and plenty of other topics. Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Po...
#64 - Ideas about creating ideas w/ Martin Homent
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show we talk to Creative Director Martin Homent about his book on creativity - 'Ideas about Creating Ideas' Thank you for listening...
#63 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg - Calibration
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show we talk about calibration and various other topics in one of our fireside chats. Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podca...
#62 - Shooting news & being a wire photographer w/ John Moore
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show we talk to John Moore about his career in photojournalism, winning the world press prize and working for Getty images. Thank you for l...
#61 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg - Portfolio Chats
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show we talk about multiple topics but mainly looking at websites and portfolios. Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. ...
#60 - Directing, Creating time and Icons w/ Emily Maye
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On todays episode - We spoke with photographer and director Emily Maye about crossing mediums from film to photography, finding inspiration, getting i...
#59 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg - Books, Time Management and Walkie-Talkies
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Tom and Greg chat about useful photography books, the quest for the perfect camera bag solution, why walkie-talkies are an unexpectedly esse...
#58 - Acting, Shooting & Behind the Lens w/ Julio Cedillo
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we chat with actor and photographer Julio Cedillo about his parallel passions for performing in and capturing moving and still images. Hear ...
#56 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg - New Year Resolution
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the first 2024 episode of The Exposed Negative podcast, hosts Tom and Greg discuss their plans and goals for the new year – from getting more cre...
#56 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show Tom and Greg discuss the camera industry's shift to mirrorless technology, managing vast archives of personal photos, upgrading lig...
#055 - Secrets of a still life photographer w/ Mitch Payne
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're talking with renowned still life photographer Mitch Payne about his stylised studio setups, creative process and thoughts on where...
#54 - Fireside w/ Tom & Greg
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Photography professionals Tom and Greg have an insightful conversation touching on mishaps, upgrading gear, organising photos, protecting equipment, r...
#53 - Branding, Breakthroughs and Business w/ Beth Taubner
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brand strategist Beth Taubner joins us to discuss how photographers can use brand attributes and archetypes to better understand themselves and system...
#052 - Fireside chat w/ Tom & Greg
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this fireside chat, Tom and Greg catch up on recent shoots, discuss cameras versus phones, share niche accessory tips, recap the AOP Awards, thank ...
#051 - Creating Creative Collaboration w/ Capture One CEO Rafael Orta
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Exposed Negative podcast, Tom and Greg sit down with Raphael Orta, CEO of Capture One, to discuss the photography software comp...
#050 - Fireside chat w/ Tom & Greg
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is a fireside chat between Tom & Greg. Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a l...
S2 #19 - Confidence & Dealing With Self Doubt w/ Zoë Whishaw
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show we talk to Zoë Whishaw about self doubt, confidence and how to get out of a rut. Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podc...
S2 #18 - Fireside chat w/ Tom & Greg
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode, Tom & Greg have a chat, covering video, agents and general chit chat. Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast....
S2 #17 - Wet Plate: Finding and funding the personal project w/ Jack Lowe
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show we have a really frank and honest chat with Jack Lowe, Wet Plate photographer currently shooting 'The Lifeboat Station Project'...
S2 #16 - Fireside chat w/ Tom & Greg
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the show Greg and Tom and have a quick catch up and discuss AI, cinematography and a few other things. Thank you for listening to ...
S2 #15 - Social Media & the future w/ Michael Howard (Foto App)
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show we talk to Michael Howard about social media, it's advantages and pitfalls, we talk to Michael about his plans for the future with ...
S2 #14 - Printing and displaying your work w/ MPrint
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful an...
S2 #13 - Photographic meaning and life lessons w/ Grant Scott
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful an...
S2 #12 - Listeners Questions w/ Tom & Greg
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful an...
S2 #11 - Shooting in the Army w/ Danny Houghton
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for listening to The Exposed Negative Podcast. Running this podcast takes a lot of time and effort, and we hope you have found it helpful an...
S2 #10 - Confessions of a Male Model w/ Andy Richardson
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks for listening, we need & would love your support! Please help us by signing up to Patreon or for one off donations to the show - click here...
S2 #9 - Editorial portraiture w/ Sophia Spring
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tom’c camera hoop form First Digi - which can be found here And the tray Tom mentions for his magliner is the utility box Maxi and Mini Leatherman S...
S2 #8 - Personal Work, Parenting & Porn sets w/ Sophie Ebrard
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the first show of 2023 we talk to the wonderful Sophie Ebrard, a film shooting portrait photographer who was so great to chat to, we talk about par...
S2 #7 - Festive Round-up w/ Tom & Greg
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show we have a festive round up, talk about our year and the hopes for the show. We talk about gear (obviously) and talk about our hopes for...
S2 #6 - Important lessons in running a photography practice w/ Dan Kennedy
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On todays show we talk to Celebrity Portrait Photographer Dan Kennedy. We discuss the importance of saying no, avoiding burnout and top tips for runni...
S2 #5 - Listeners Questions w/ Tom & Greg
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episodes we try our best to answer our amazing listeners questions, from licensing to retouching we do a deep dive into how we app...
S2 #4 - Retouching tips from the expert w/ Vahakn Vorperian
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Vahakn Vorperian is a UK based high end visual retoucher that has worked for some of the top names in the industry for many years. We talk to Vahakn a...
S2 #3 - Negotiating 101 w/ Bill Cramer
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Cramer is the founder and CEO of Wonderful Machine. This week we talk to Bill about how and why Wonderful Machine was formed, how it serves photo...
S2 #2 - Niches, Values and Networks w/ Emma Alexander
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
More on the Trekpak system that Tom uses in his cases Osprey Bag - Rolling Transporter 120 - great travelling suitcase for when traveling with kit suc...
S2 #1 - Shooting film stock full-time w/ Jim Marsden
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eco Flow Delta battery (insta stories) Mamiya Press Universal camera Leica m2 Nikon F Peak imaging (Film Lab) Supersense ONE INSTANT Film Yashika Y35 ...
S1 #30 - Crypto, NFTs & the future of photography w/ Chloe Diamond
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this weeks episode we are joined by Chloe Diamond, Chloe is the CMO at Swash App and a curator at the Museum of Contemporary Digital Art. She talks...
S1 #29 - Transitioning & carving a creative path w/ Kalpesh Lathigra
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show we have a great, far-ranging and frank chat with photographer Kalpesh Lathigra. Kal has been in the industry for over 30 years. ...
S1 #28 - Listeners Questions w/ Tom & Greg
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the pod we answer your questions! We go through questions that you have sent through via instagram, email or the website, and have a go a...
S1 #27 - Motivation & moving forward w/ Suzanne Sease & Kat Dalager
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the pod we are super lucky to be joined by Suzanne Sease and Kat Dalager. We worked out that between them they have almost 80 years...
S1 #26 - Commissioners & key art w/ Carl Palmer (Channel 4)
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are joined by Carl Palmer, Senior Photography Commissioner at Channel 4. We chat to Carl about what is involved in his day to day role as...
S1 #25 - Moving to motion w/ Adam De Silva
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show we talk to Adam De Silva about his transition from stills photographer to Film Director, running his own motion focused producti...
S1 #24 - Art, mental health & Creativity w/ Mimi Gray & Sarah Williams
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mimi Gray and Sarah Williams The Visual Diet website and a news article the launch of the visual diet and the article in Creative Review that Mimi wr...
S1 #23 - Further Education & Photographic Theory w/ Jim Campbell
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the pod we are delighted to be joined by Jim Campbell. Jim is the course leader of the BA photography degree at University of West of Eng...
S1 #22 - Newspapers & Picture desks w/ Fiona Shields
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we are joined by the Guardian’s Head of Photography Fiona Shields. She has been working at the paper for over 20 years and so ...
S1 #21 - Storytelling & Social Media w/ Finn Beales
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about the importance of storytelling in your work, the do’s and don'ts of instagram and what it’s like living up a hill in Wales. We also ...
S1 #20 - Listeners Questions & festivities w/ Tom & Greg
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks special ‘Exposed Xmas Episode’ we answer your questions. In the process of answering your FAQs we talk about Imposter syndrome, taki...
S1 #19 - Agents & Artistic Visions w/ Kate Abbey
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Abbey is a commercial and Lifestyle photographer based in the north of England. She is represented in the UK and the US and in this episode we ta...
S1 #18 - Celebrities & Set builds w/ Art Streiber
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast we are super excited to be joined by portrait and entertainment photographer Art Streiber, all the way from LA. Art has been ...
S1 #17 - Digi Teching and Data Wrangling w/ Laimonas (LSDigi)
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show we are very Lucky to be joined by Laimonas, better know in the industry as LSDigi, a professional Digi-Tech and all round nice g...
S1 #16 - Zines & Xerox w/ Matt Martin
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we chat to Matt Martin, head curator at Photobook Cafe, Founder of The Photocopy Club and a photographer in his own right. We ch...
S1 #15 - Small print & fine details w/ Nick Dunmur
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this weeks episode we speak to Nick Dunmur, photographer but also the AOP business and legal adviser. We talk through the legal work we all know an...
S1 #14 - Mentors & Marketing w/ Zoe Whishaw
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks podcast we have a conversation with Photography Consultant, Zoe Wishaw. Zoe has a background working her way up in the photographic indu...
S1 #13 - Production & usage w/ Ben Nash
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks show we chat to Ben Nash from the Production company Bangerz & Nash. We discuss with Ben his journey from an advertising creative th...
S1 #12 - Repetition and Workflows w/ Jack Terry
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we chat to commercial photographer Jack Terry an all thing organizational! We discuss the myriad of software and hardware kit he uses ...
S1 #11 - Workflows & productivity w/ Tom & Greg
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks show Tom and Greg take time to chat through a myriad of topics surrounding their workflow and productivity tips. This includes some of t...
S1 #10 - Costing & Career guidance w/ Photo Agent Hannah Vicary
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we talk to Hannay Vicary - Co Founder of the creative agency Tea and Water and also Tea and Water Pictures (the Photographic age...
S1 #9 - Instagram & Imposter Syndrome w/ Lucy Laucht
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we are very grateful to be joined by Lucy Laucht, a UK based photographer who shoots dreamy travel work, creating images that le...
S1 #8 - Relocating & Reality TV w/ Justin Mott
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode we talk to Justin Mott an American Photographer who has been based out in Vietnam for over a decade. You can find him on instagr...
S1 #7 - Representation & Diversity w/ Jaki Jo Hannan
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we talk to Jaki Jo Hannan. Jaki Jo is an integrated Producer at the creative agency Adam & Eve and is also the founder of Equal Lens. We...
S1 #6 - Back-stories & back-chat w/ Tom & Greg
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks show Tom and Greg sit down and introduce themselves to the audience, revealing their backstories and the journeys through photography, t...
S1 #5 - Approaches & Assignments w/ photo director Owen Gale
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks show we talk to Owen Gale. Owen is the Photo Director at House and Garden UK and has previously worked at a number of other titles befor...
S1 #4 - Assisting & other nuggets w/ Dan Ross
04 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Ross is a name that most London based commercial photographers will be familiar with, for many years Dan served as one the capitals top assistants...
S1 #3 - Travels & toils w/ Tom Parker
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Parker is a travel and commercial photographer who has worked in over 90 countries and worked for the worlds top travel brands and publications. B...
S1 #2 - Egos & Mistakes w/ Chris Floyd
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Floyd is a British photographer and Film maker. He is primarily known for his portrait work but his versatility means that he has put his hand t...
S1 #1 - Staying inspired w/ Julian Love
14 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Julian Love is a commercial lifestyle photographer based in London, UK. He’s represented by JSR agency in the UK and RW2 in the US. Having studied H...