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In this episode, I sit down with Gaston Shutters, a street photographer known for his cinematic black and white images that capture raw, human moments in urban life.We talk about what he’s really looking for when he shoots, how he developed a consistent visual language, and why emotion matters more than perfection. We also explore his transition from creator to founder, and the story behind Owlkrown, a brand built from his own needs as a photographer.This is a conversation about seeing differently, building with intention, and turning a point of view into something tangible.⸻Follow Gaston ShuttersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gastonshutters/ Discover OwlkrownWebsite: https://www.owlkrown.com/ ⸻Support & Links:Subscribe and leave a rating on your favorite podcast app: it helps more creators discover the show.Prefer video? Join a growing community of more 10,600 visual storytellers on YouTube:youtube.com/fredranger Explore my latest photography zine:fredranger.com/storeGet 10% off when using code FRED10 on Audiio: Audiio for CreatorsGet 10% off a high quality Oberwerth bag with code FREDRANGER10Support the podcast (ad-free):buymeacoffee.com/fredrangerConnect with me:Email: visualstorytelling@fredranger.comInstagram / Threads / YouTube: @fredrangerWebsite: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
In this episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I sit down with UK-based photographer and writer Ben Holbrook.We dive into his approach to visual storytelling, the role of writing in photography, and how he’s built a thoughtful body of work through his platform, Driftwood Journals. Ben shares insights on creativity, consistency, and finding your voice in a crowded visual world.Explore more of Ben’s work:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benholbrook/ Website: https://www.driftwoodjournals.com/ Support & Links:Subscribe and leave a rating on your favorite podcast app: it helps more creators discover the show.Prefer video? Join a growing community of more 10,600 visual storytellers on YouTube:youtube.com/fredranger Explore my latest photography zine:fredranger.com/storeGet 10% off when using code FRED10 on Audiio: Audiio for CreatorsBuild your website with Squarespace (10% off code: FREDRANGER):squarespace.comSupport the podcast (ad-free):buymeacoffee.com/fredrangerConnect with me:Email: visualstorytelling@fredranger.comInstagram / Threads / YouTube: @fredrangerWebsite: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
In the opening episode of 2026 of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I interviewed Carolane Ferland, a Quebec-based photographer who specializes in weddings, newborns, and travel photography. You can see more of her work on her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caroferland/ and her professional portfolio here: https://www.instagram.com/carolaneferlandphotos////Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favourite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of more than 10,300 visual storytellers at youtube.com/fredranger.Check out my latest photography zine at fredranger.com/store.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: Audiio for Creators.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at squarespace.com.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger..Let’s connect:Email: visualstorytelling@fredranger.comSocial: @fredranger on Instagram, Threads, and YouTubeWeb: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Join us in the studio for this in-person episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, where we talk with Kevin Moody, a talented Montreal-based portrait photographer originally from France. Discover more of Kevin's work on his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinmoody/ ///Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favourite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of more than 10,300 visual storytellers at youtube.com/fredranger.Check out my latest photography zine at fredranger.com/store.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: Audiio for Creators.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at squarespace.com.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger..Let’s connect:Email: visualstorytelling@fredranger.comSocial: @fredranger on Instagram, Threads, and YouTubeWeb: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
On this episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I chat with Henley Bailey, photographer and founder of Akara Labs. He's a passionate photographer and creator of some of the thinnest cases for cameras.Find out more:Akara Labs website: https://akaralabs.com/ Henley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/henley.bailey/ ///Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at youtube.com/fredranger.Check out my latest photography zine at fredranger.com/store.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: Audiio for Creators.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at squarespace.com.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger..Let’s connect:Email: visualstorytelling@fredranger.comSocial: @fredranger on Instagram, Threads, and YouTubeWeb: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
In this episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I sit down with Ukrainian photographer Serhii Diedushev to explore his poetic approach to photography, shaped by minimalism, arthouse cinema, and the realities of war in his home country.I was personally left speechless by how Serhii manages to create such meaningful and timeless art while war rages at his very doorstep.We talk about:The impact of the war in Ukraine on his documentary workWhy storytelling and meaning matter more than technical perfectionHis passion for film photography, darkroom work, and gear (yes, plenty of Leica talk!)How social media and AI are reshaping photography todayAdvice for aspiring photographers on slowing down, noticing light, and creating work with depthResources & MentionsSerhii’s Instagram: @mahno47Vladyslav KrasnoshchokMikhail PalinchakCamera Lucida by Roland BarthesOn Photography by Susan SontagSerhii’s images don’t just capture moments — they make you feel and think. This is a conversation about art, resilience, and the power of photography to connect us across borders.///Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at youtube.com/fredranger.Check out my latest photography zine at fredranger.com/store.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: Audiio for Creators.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at squarespace.com.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger..Let’s connect:Email: visualstorytelling@fredranger.comSocial: @fredranger on Instagram, Threads, and YouTubeWeb: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Join us on this episode of The Visual Storytelling Podcast as we speak with Dean Hinnant, a photographer from Nebraska who documents life in the Midwest.Discover more about Deans’s work on his Insta at https://www.instagram.com/dean_hinnant ///Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at youtube.com/fredranger.Check out my latest photography zine at fredranger.com/store.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: Audiio for Creators.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at squarespace.com.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger..Let’s connect:Email: visualstorytelling@fredranger.comSocial: @fredranger on Instagram, Threads, and YouTubeWeb: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
Join us on The Visual Storytelling Podcast as we reconnect with the incredibly talented photographer and instructor, John Hendrick. With his unique journey and insights, John shares his experiences and stories that have shaped his path in the world of photography. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a true artist and friend!Discover more about John's work on his website: at johnhendrick.comWe also mentioned his Substack: johnhendrick.substack.com///Don’t miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favorite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of nearly 10,000 visual storytellers at youtube.com/fredranger.Check out my latest photography zine at fredranger.com/store.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: Audiio for Creators.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at squarespace.com.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger..Let’s connect:Email: visualstorytelling@fredranger.comSocial: @fredranger on Instagram, Threads, and YouTubeWeb: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
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