The Martin Bailey Photography Podcast

The Moral Dilemma of Killing Insects for Photographs

29 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss killing insects to photograph them. I recently killed a housefly and photographed it. They usually just go into the trash. Details o...

Microscope Calibration, Micrometry and Magnification

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The curious geek in me just figured out how to calculate the size of my microscopic specimens and magnification of my camera adapter and print sizes. ...

Fine Art Border Tools plugin for Adobe Photoshop Video

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week I share a video to walk you through using my new MBP Fine Art Border Tools plugin for Adobe Photoshop, including how to print and trim image...

Fighting Lens Mold with Humidity-Controlled Cabinets

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share the reasons I use a humidity-controlled dry cabinet and why I just bought a second, along with consideration when buying. De...

MBP Fine Art Border Tools Plugin for Adobe Photoshop

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm proud to announce the availability of my new MBP Fine Art Border Tools plugin for Adobe Photoshop, replacing my 2013 Fine Art Border Sc...

Using Helicon Focus for Microphotography

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share how I'm using Helicon Remote and Helicon Focus to create focus-stacked images in my recent adventure into microphotograp...

Another Inspiring Conversation with David duChemin

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week I share a long overdue very inspiring conversation with my friend David duChemin, in which we discuss audience and coping with the times. D...

Creating Micrographs of Polarized Citric Acid Crystals

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share the process of making citric acid crystals, as well as a number of micrographs of the crystals at 40X and 100X magnification....

Our Humble Collection of Japanese Cups and Bowls

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today I share 15 images of our humble collection of Japanese cups and bowls, many of which are the embodiment of Wabi-Sabi and the Japanese aesthetic....

Latest Rabbit Hole Update – Micrography

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I've dived head-first down the rabbit hole of micrography and today share where I'm at, my first attempts, and plans for my near future expl...

Break Free of iMac Stand Positioning and Rotating the Screen

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today I share details of the adjustable arm stands that I've bought for my iMac and second display, and all of the positioning options this opens...

The Cherry Blossom Comes and Goes for Another Year

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share ten images of the cherry blossom close to our Tokyo apartment from last week, with details of my thought process. Details on...

How to Find the Diffraction Limit of Your Lenses

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I walk you through the process of testing your lenses to find their diffraction limit and share a new feature in Photographer's ...

Photography Nirvana Out of Chicago LIVE Preview

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode I’m releasing a 23-minute video that I prepared as a sneak preview of part of what I'll talk about at the Out of Chicago 2021 ...

Flower-Powered Therapeutic Photography

28 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A photographic respite to chill out shooting dreamy bokeh flower shots and figure out how to photograph flowers reflected in water droplets. Details ...

Depth of Field, Hyperfocal Distance, Infinity, and Beyond!

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

All you need to understand Depth of Field, Hyperfocal Distance, and Infinity in Photography, with some practical examples of my why this is important....

In Conversation with Photographers' Mentor Jeff Brown

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we welcome back Jeff Brown, the Photographers' Mentor, for an inspiring conversation on taking your photography business to the next le...

Environmentally Aware Photography with Brian Doyle

14 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Environmentally aware photographer Brian Doyle shares his story about how he is using his photography to raise awareness of environmental issues. Det...

Martin’s Personal Top Ten Photographs for 2020

07 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

My personal Top Ten images from 2020. It was a difficult year, but I'm thankful that I was able to run my winter tours before things went pear sh...

Really Right Stuff L-Plate for Canon EOS R5 and R6

30 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share details of the new Really Right Stuff L-Plate for the Canon EOS R5 and R6 and a few other useful RRS accessories. Details on...

Calculating Neutral Density and New Photographer’s Friend Features

19 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share my findings on calculating the effects of Neutral Density filters and two new related features for Photographer's Friend...

In Conversation with Adam Taylor

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

An inspiring conversation with photographer Adam Taylor in which he shares his story including early business ideas and how he built three businesses....

Devices To Make a Photographer’s Life Easier

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Occasionally I find things that once I own, I can't imagine being without, so today I share five devices that make what we do that little bit eas...

Tokyo Autumn Color Sets in

27 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week I share some shots from the Jindai Botanical Park and Gardens as the autumn color sets in here in Tokyo. Details on Blog: https://mbp.ac/72...

All About Photographer's Friend 3.5 New Features

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week's post is all about the new features in Photographer's Friend 3.5 for iOS which is now also available on Apple Watch via an In-App...

Just a Walk in the Park

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week I share 12 casual photographs from a walk in the park and a brief outline of some new features just released in Photographer's Friend v...

The 5DayDeal 2020 Photography Bundle

15 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The 5DayDeal Photography Bundle 2020 is now on sale, and I've created this post to outline some of my favorite tools! Your Photography will thank...

Don’t Look For Your Style – It’s Already A Part of You

08 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I explore the concept of our artistic style coming from within and embodies itself in our work by shooting from the heart. Details o...

A Tribute to the EF 100-400mm Mark II Lens

24 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week I selected my favorite ten images shot with the Canon EF 100-400mm Mark II lens, as a tribute to a wonderful piece of engineering I let go. ...

Creating Camera Profiles for Capture One Pro with Lumariver – Updated

17 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

An updated review of the Lumariver Profile Designer software which now makes it easier than ever to create camera profiles for Capture One Pro. Detai...

Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM Lens Review

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Canon continues to improve on perfection and the new RF 100-500mm lens is no exception. See how it faired in the field in this comprehensive review. ...

Canon EOS R5 and R6 Support Added to Capture One Pro

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Capture One Pro was updated to support the Canon EOS R5 and R6, and the image quality is amazing compared to the DNG workaround that many people used....

Wet Plate Collodion Photographer Markus Hofstätter

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation with Wet Plate Collodion Photographer Markus Hofstätter, from Austria, about his portraiture, and his profound United Art Gallery. De...

Canon EOS R5 – The Best Canon Camera To Date – Period

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Having used the Canon EOS R5 for a week now, I can say without a shadow of a doubt that it's the best camera that Canon has ever made, period. D...

ProGrade Digital CFexpress Type B Memory Card Review

30 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A comparison of 3 ProGrade Digital CFexpress Type B cards with speed tests and a very respectable SDXC card dropped into the mix for good measure. De...

The Canon RF Revolution – More Gear Changes Than Ever Before

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Canon's imminent release of the EOS R5 is exciting, and a catalyst for more gear changes for me in a short space of time than ever before. Detai...

Wet Plate Photographer Shane Balkowitsch Part Two

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Part two of a conversation with Shane Balkowitsch in which we discuss his amazing wet plate collodion Native American portrait work in more detail. D...

Wet Plate Photographer Shane Balkowitsch Part One

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The first part of a conversation with Shane Balkowitsch in which he shares his story as he dived down the Wet Plate Collodion Photography rabbit hole....

Scanning Film with LaserSoft Imaging SilverFast

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this post I explain how I arrived at my current film processing formula and explain my settings for scanning film with SilverFast 8 SE. Details on...

Tokyo in the Shadow of the Virus on One Roll of Film

27 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A warts-and-all photographic essay of Tokyo in the shadow of the Corona Virus. This was a tag-on project as I made a quarterly visit to the hospital. ...

THE TIME IS NOW – Speaking Out on Racism

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I didn't speak out on racism once 36 years ago, and I have regretted every day of my life. This time I'm adding my voice in support. Detail...

Capture One Pro Winner & Photographer’s Friend Sneak Peek

31 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Announcing the Capture One Pro license giveaway winner and a sneak peak at Photographer's Friend 3.5, including Mac OS X and Apple Watch extensio...

More Work Smart Ideas for Mac and WordPress

22 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week I share some tips and applications like Bartender to help us work smarter on a Mac and a cool new search feature I added to the MBP Website....

Trading Places – with Nicholas Kitto - Part Two

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Part two of a conversation with my friend Nicholas Kitto about his new book Trading Places - a photographic journey through China's former Treaty...

Trading Places – with Nicholas Kitto - Part One

06 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation with my very good friend Nicholas Kitto about his new book Trading Places - a photographic journey through China's former Treaty P...

Ten Reasons Why I Love Capture One Pro

25 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After four years, this week I share ten reasons why I'm still completely in love with Capture One Pro for my digital workflow. Details on blog: ...

Staying Organized in My Digital Workflow

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A short discussion on keeping my workflow spinning over after some big trips and synching images between Capture One Pro catalogs. Details on blog: h...

Japan Winter Wildlife 2020 Tour 2 Travelogue 3

26 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our 700th episode! And we conclude my 2020 Japan Wildlife Tour #2 Travelogue series with Whooper Swans, Sea Eagles, and a few cameo appearances. Deta...

Japan Winter Wildlife 2020 Tour 2 Travelogue 2

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A Red-Crowned Crane special this week, following our bumper crop of photos during my final Japan Winter Wildlife Tour for 2020. Details on blog: http...

Japan Winter Wildlife 2020 Tour 2 Travelogue 1

12 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we embark on the 3rd and final Japan winter tour for this year, with the adorable Snow Monkeys, graceful Red-Crowned Cranes, and Ural Owls. ...

Japan Winter Wildlife 2020 Tour 1 Travelogue 2

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We conclude my Japan Winter Wildlife Tour #1 travelogue with the awesome Sea Eagles, a proud Northern Red Fox, and a smidgeon of landscape work. Deta...

Japan Winter Wildlife 2020 Tour 1 Travelogue 1

14 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we start to track our antics on the Japan Winter Wildlife Tour 1 for 2020, as we photograph snow-less monkeys, and red-crowned cranes....

Hokkaido Winter Landscape Tour 2020 Travelogue 3

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we conclude our three-part series to walk you through our antics as I traveled with a wonderful group of photographers on my 2020 Hok...

Hokkaido Winter Landscape Tour 2020 Travelogue 2

26 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We hit the coast in part two of this year's Hokkaido Landscape Photography Adventure travelogue series. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/694 M...

Hokkaido Winter Landscape Tour 2020 Travelogue 1

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we start our travelogue series covering the 2020 Hokkaido Winter Landscape Photography Adventure Tour & Workshop. Details on blo...

Martin’s Personal Top Ten Photos For 2019

05 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week I share my favorite top ten images for 2019 with a brief comment about each image. I look forward to seeing your top tens as well. Details...

Reflecting on 2019 and Looking Forward to 2020

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this post, I reflect a little on 2019, and wish you and your loved one's good health and all the best for 2020 and beyond. Details on blog: h...

Scanning 120 Film with the Canoscan 9000F MarkII

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I walk you through the process of setting up a CanoScan 9000F MkII Scanner for high-resolution scanning of 120 format film. Details ...

Loading 120 Film into the Rolleiflex 3.5F Camera

13 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A short video to show you how to load a roll of 120 medium format film into the Rolleiflex 3.5F TLR camera. Details on blog: https://mbp.ac/689

An Interview with Christian Meermann

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm really happy to share with you a conversation with an incredibly talented photographer, Christian Meermann. Details on blo...

Rolleiflex 3.5F TLR Camera and Accessories

06 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share some of the main features of my new Rolleiflex 3.5F TLR camera, and some of the accessories I've been able to source so ...

Which External SSD Drive to Buy

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore some options for super-fast external SSD drives and provide information to help you avoid some possible pitfalls. Details...

Urban Weird Photographer Brian Wood-Koiwa

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

An interview today with Brian Wood-Koiwa, an urban fine-art photographer who chose Tokyo as a base after traveling the world in the Peace Corps. Deta...

Developing 120 film with ILFORD DD-X in the Lab-Box

16 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This video is to walk you through developing a roll of 120 format film in the Ars-Imago Lab-Box using Ilford chemicals. Details on blog: https://mbp....

Skiing SCI-FI-Style with Reuben Krabbe

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the world of Reuben Krabbe, who completed his out-of-this-world trilogy of photographs this year with an awesome short film accompaniment. ...

The LAB-BOX Daylight Loading Film Tank

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this post, I walk you through an illustrated explanation of how to spool a roll of 120 format film into the ingenious Lab-Box ready for development...

New Apple Photos on Mac OS X and iPad Rocks!

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Apple Photos with iPadOS and Mac OS X Catalina is now so good I've deleted my iPad Portfolio app and saved a bunch of disk space at the same time...

Printing Abstract Masterpieces with Jack Durner

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk with Jack Durner, the artist behind some beautiful abstract photography that I had the pleasure of printing recently. Details on blog: ...

In Conversation with Rick Sammon

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm sharing a joint podcast with world-renowned photographer Rick Sammon, covering a myriad of photography topics, and Rick's 40th...

Silence is (NOT) the New No!

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this post, I talk about why I believe people should stop using silence as the new "no" in business communication. Details on blog: https...

WordPress Portfolios and Gallery Plugin Options

20 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I've recently replaced NextGEN Gallery with the Meow Gallery and Meow Lightbox plugins, alongside Essential Grid, and in this episode I explain w...

Breathing Color Belgian Linen on a Home Made Photo Panel

14 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I recently took a look at Breathing Color's new media Belgian Linen and share my findings today, and how to create a home-made panel for your pho...

An Interview with Aaron Nace of PHLEARN

05 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week I bring you an interview with Aaron Nace, in which he shares how he got started as a creative and what led him to create the popular online ...

Autofocus with Extenders on Mirrorless Cameras (Podcast 674)

31 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we explore how using various combinations of lens and Extender/Teleconverter affects autofocus on the Canon EOS R down to aperture f/11. De...

Having Fun With Conference and Scheduling Tools

23 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share some services and application that I'm now using for conferencing and scheduling and some fun I'm having using a gr...

Alternatives to Adobe Creative Cloud Applications

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for me to move away from most of Adobe's Creative Cloud suite, and today I explain my reasoning and share which applications I&apo...

Canon 24-105mm EF and RF Mount Lenses Compared

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I pitch the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 lens against the EF 24-105mm f/4 Mark II lens via the Control Ring Mount Adapter on my EOS R. Det...

Create with Marc Silber

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

An inspiring conversation with photographer Marc Silber about his new book, Create - Tools from Seriously Talented People to Unleash Your Create Life....

Complete Namibia Tour 2019 Travelogue #4

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we conclude the 2019 Complete Namibia Tour & Workshop travelogue series, as we head into the Etosha National Park for a final fou...

Complete Namibia Tour 2019 Travelogue #3

16 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we continue our journey around Namibia as we head north to Walvis Bay then on to the wonderful Himba people near Sesfontein further north st...

Complete Namibia Tour 2019 Travelogue #2

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we continue our travelogue series covering my 2019 Complete Namibia Tour & Workshop, as we leave the deserted diamond mine town o...

Complete Namibia Tour 2019 Travelogue #1

01 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we start a series of travelogues to walk you through my recent epic Complete Namibia Tour & Workshop, starting with the Quiver Tre...

MindShift Gear PhotoCross 15 Backup Review

24 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I report on the MindShift Gear PhotoCross 15 Backpack, a new bag from ThinkTank Photo that I used on my recent trip to Namibia. Details on...

Don Komarechka Macro Magician Extraordinaire

10 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week I share a chat with my friend Don Komarechka about his awesome macro work and his upcoming crowd-funded book Macro Photography: The Universe...

Portfolio Image Sequencing

01 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Following on from the previous episode about creating a portfolio, in this article I share my process for sequencing the images in a portfolio. Detai...

Creating a New Photography Portfolio

25 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share my process for creating a new photography portfolio for a specific genre, in this case, my new Wildlife of Japan portfolio. ...

Increasing ISO to Reduce Grain in Your Images

16 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today I provide clear evidence of the benefits to increasing your ISO to reduce grain. Sounds crazy, I know, but after this post you’ll believe me. ...

Canon EOS 5Ds R vs. EOS R Printoff

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When I switched from the Canon EOS 5Ds R to the EOS R, I was concerned that I might not be able to print big, so I did some tests, and the results ble...

ProGrade Digital Memory and Workflow Reader Review

30 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we take a look at an amazing new brand of memory cards and card readers from ProGrade Digital. I've been very impressed with the...

Capture One Pro 12 New Features Video

23 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share a video that I created a few months ago to walk you through the new features of Phase One's Capture One Pro, my raw imag...

Ibarionex Perello on Making Photographs

16 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I bring you a chat between two old friends. I sat down with Ibarionex Perello, with no manuscript, and no overall objective, and we j...

Jeff Brown on the Power of LinkedIn for Photographers

04 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, ex-Royal Navy photographer Jeff Brown talks about how Photographers can make the most of the LinkedIn platform. Details on blo...

Japan Winter Wildlife 2019 Tour 2 Travelogue 2

26 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We conclude my 2019 Japan Winter Wildlife Tour travelogues with the clumsily beautiful Whooper Swans, the majestic Sea Eagles, and Northern Red Fox. ...

Japan Winter Wildlife 2019 Tour 2 Travelogue 1

19 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we start to walk through the second of my two Japan Winter Wildlife Tours for 2019, kicking off with the Snow Monkeys, then move on t...

Japan Winter Wildlife 2019 Tour 1 Travelogue 2

12 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we continue on our journey photographing the wildlife of Eastern Hokkaido, starting with the beautiful Whooper Swans, then moving on ...

Japan Winter Wildlife 2019 Tour 1 Travelogue 1

05 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Having now actually finished all of my Japan Winter Tours for this season, today I start sharing our experiences from the two trips, starting with Sno...

Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera Review Part 2

17 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we conclude my review of the EOS R, Canon's first full-frame sensor mirrorless camera, having used it for four weeks in the fiel...

Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera Review Part 1

16 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share my thoughts on the EOS R, Canon's first full-frame sensor mirrorless camera offering having used it in the field for 4 w...

Hokkaido Landscape Tour 2019 Travelogue 3

04 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we conclude our three-part series of travelogues to walk you through my 2019 Hokkaido Winter Landscape Photography Adventure Tour &am...

Hokkaido Landscape Tour 2019 Travelogue 2

27 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We rejoin my Hokkaido Winter Landscape Photography Tour this week, picking up the trail as we reach the West coast of the island, for some beautiful s...