Roundtable: "Machine's Genes" with Peter Dazeley and Chris Marquardt
Release Date: 07/20/2023
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info_outlineWelcome to the Photofocus Roundtable Podcast, where each month, our panel discusses some current trends and topics on our minds. This month, we are joined by Chris Marquardt of Photography Tips from the Top Floor, and new author Peter Dazeley.
Thank you Photomatix for sponsoring. You can try the original application for High Dynamic Range Photography for free.
YouTube recommendations
We all learn from the internet these days. We used to say that if you want to learn something, Google it. Now, we say YouTube it. So, what is a great YouTube channel that you like to learn from? What you would recommend to our listeners?
- Rob’s Recommendation - https://www.youtube.com/@badxstudio
- Ron’s Recommendation - When the director is reeeally good at their job
- Chris's Recommendation - Adam Savage’s Tested
- Peter's Recommendation - Click on BBC
Show notes
- Influencer prefers using screenshots to the iPhone selfie camera
- Peter's Book, 'Monochrome'
- Street Photographer Uses AI Face Swap to Hide His Subjects’ Identities
- Neural radiance fields (NeRF)
- Stability AI Boss Admits to Using ‘Billions’ of Images Without Consent
- AI will go open source and on-device
About your hosts
Peter Dazeley studied photography at Holland Park Comprehensive (now known as the Socialist Eton). He is a meticulous planner and imaginative problem solver and has pioneered many photographic techniques that have become the norm. His work has won awards from organisations across the world, including the Association of Photographers, the Royal Photographic Society in the UK, EPICA in France, Applied Arts Magazine in Canada, Graphis Inc. in the USA.
Chris Marquardt is a seasoned podcaster, accomplished photographer, and acclaimed author. His podcasts delve into a range of topics from the nuances of photography to the future of creativity, inspiring listeners to explore their own artistic journeys. His photo tours and workshops offer hands-on experiences, guiding enthusiasts to capture stunning visuals and develop their skills. As an author, his insightful books on photography and film, available in four languages, provide deep dives into these fascinating subjects.
Ron Pepper is a Bay Area photographer specializing in 360° panoramic images for businesses, destinations, homes, schools and more. He’s a LinkedIn Learning author, mentor and trainer. You can follow him on his website or Instagram.
Rob Moroto is a commercial photographer based in Vancouver Island. From homes to people to businesses, Rob loves showing a different perspective through his lens. He sees depth in every person and every object, no matter how plain they may seem. You can follow him on his website or at CalgaryPhotos.ca.