Andrew Baer on Discovering His Father’s Lost Photo Archive

What happens when you discover thousands of photographs your father made decades ago, including images you never knew existed? In this episode, Ashley Riffo and Bob Patterson talk with Andrew Baer about the remarkable story behind the work of his father, photographer John Baer. Andrew shares how four boxes of prints and negatives sat with him for 27 years before he and his wife, Megan, began uncovering what was inside. We talk about the years of scanning, research and detective work that followed, the extraordinary team that helped bring John’s photographs into book form, and what Andrew learned about his father along the way. We also hear about the creation of the John Baer Archive and Andrew’s hope that these photographs will continue to inspire new stories, art and interpretations for years to come. Learn more about the book and the John Baer Archive: https://johnbaerarchive.com/ Read our full feature on John Baer in Street Photography Magazine: https://streetphotographymagazine.com/article/john-baer-what-we-leave-behind/ ABOUT STREET PHOTOGRAPHY MAGAZINE Street Photography Magazine is the official journal of street and documentary photography. SPM is dedicated to sharing the stories, work and experiences of street and documentary photographers from around the world. Subscribe for more conversations with photographers, monthly features and stories from the street. https://streetphotographymagazine.com/subscribe/ ▶ HOW TO SELF-PUBLISH A PHOTO BOOK Andrew had the opportunity to work with an incredible team to bring his father’s archive to life. But you don’t need a publisher or an industry connection to turn your own photography into a book. Our self-publishing course walks you through the process, from shaping your idea and editing your photographs to design, printing and getting the finished book into your hands. Learn more: https://streetphotographymagazine.com/learn/ Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: HFVSIOPRJJ1D1HGW