The Camera Life

Steve Parish OAM is one of Australia's most respected nature photographers, authors, publishers, and educators. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he has dedicated his life to documenting Australia's landscapes, wildlife, and natural heritage through photography, books, exhibitions, and public education. As the founder of Steve Parish Publishing, he built one of Australia's most successful natural history publishing companies, bringing the beauty and diversity of the Australian environment into millions of homes while inspiring generations to appreciate and protect the natural world.

Today, Steve's work is centred on Nature Connect, a philosophy and educational platform that encourages people to develop a deeper relationship with nature through photography, creativity, and storytelling. He believes photography is far more than a technical skill—it's a pathway to mindfulness, personal growth, and environmental stewardship. Through his workshops, mentoring, books, and the Photography: A Pathway to Purpose masterclass, he teaches that creative expression can enrich our lives while fostering a stronger sense of responsibility for the world around us.

Now in his eighties, Steve lives in Queensland's Sunshine Coast Hinterland, where he continues to write, teach, mentor, and create. His focus has shifted from building a publishing empire to sharing a lifetime of experience, helping photographers, educators, and creatives find greater purpose through their work while encouraging a more thoughtful, connected relationship with nature.

https://www.steveparish-natureconnect.com.au/
https://www.instagram.com/steve.parish/

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THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST
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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life
➡YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast
➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97
➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

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CONNECT WITH US
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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/
➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/
➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/weddingsbyjim_/
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Greg reveals the launch of his new Melbourne street photography workshops, while Justin announces an incredible upcoming wildlife photography assignment in South Africa. Along the way the team covers the latest camera and lens news, explores infrared photography workflows, reviews outstanding listener images, discusses editing choices, and wraps up with community highlights and an exciting preview of this week's Steve Parish interview

Jerry Ghionis is one of the world's most respected wedding and portrait photographers. An internationally acclaimed photographer, educator, and Nikon Ambassador, Jerry has been photographing professionally since 1993 and is renowned for his creative approach to lighting, posing, and visual storytelling.

Widely recognised for his creativity, mastery of lighting and posing, and his distinctive approach to portraiture, Jerry is also one of the most awarded photographers in the history of WPPI (Wedding & Portrait Photographers International).

In this episode of The Camera Life, we sit down with Jerry to discuss his remarkable career, the evolution of photography, and the experiences that have shaped one of the industry's most influential voices.

https://www.jerryghionis.com/
Wedding Photography by Jerry: https://www.jerryghionisphotography.com/
Portrait Photography by Jerry: https://www.jerryghionisphotographer.com/
Photography Training by Jerry: https://www.ghionis.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerryghionis
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jerryghionis/

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THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST
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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life
➡YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast
➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97
➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

===================================================
LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET
===================================================
✅ Quick Release System
✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock
✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather
✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee a
✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo
✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW https://luckystraps.com/
(Use code for 15% off - Codes are JUSTIN JIM or GREG - Which host do you like the most?)

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CONNECT WITH US
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Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/
➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/
➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/weddingsbyjim_/
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Godox made their first camera, but it looks closer to an original iPod than something that will compete with the big brands. What does this mean for the future of the lighting giant?

Justin and Greg break down all the latest camera new, plus we review your images live on the air. Join us in the chat or even call into the show and tell us what you think about anything to do with photography.

Hashem McAdam is a Melbourne-based freelance photographer and filmmaker who founded Exaframe in 2013 after leaving full-time employment to pursue photography professionally. With more than a decade of experience, he specialises in event photography—particularly corporate events and candid coverage—while also working across editorial, commercial, product, portrait, real estate and film photography. Holding a Bachelor of Multimedia in Interactive Digital Design and a Diploma of Multimedia, he combines technical expertise with a creative, adaptable approach to visual storytelling.

Alongside his commercial work, Hashem is passionate about documentary and fine art photography, producing personal projects, publishing photo zines, and contributing to the film photography community through his Pushing Film platform, where he shares tutorials, reviews, interviews and educational content.

https://www.youtube.com/pushingfilm
https://www.instagram.com/hashemmcadam/
https://www.exaframe.com/about

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THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST
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➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life
➡YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_camera_life
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_camera_life_podcast
➡Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1dC4kPNrLORz2ASrukyOS5?si=18c6fd2534cf4d97
➡Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-camera-life/id1760304677

===================================================
LUCKY STRAPS - THE BEST CAMERA STRAPS ON THE PLANET
===================================================
✅ Quick Release System
✅ Anti-Theft, Cut-Resistant and Safety Lock
✅ Super Comfortable Genuine Leather
✅ Australian Made and Lifetime Guarantee a
✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo
✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers

SHOP NOW https://luckystraps.com/
(Use code for 15% off - Codes are JUSTIN JIM or GREG - Which host do you like the most?)

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CONNECT WITH US
================
Greg Cromie - Writer and Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/gcromie/
➡Greg's Blog: https://gregcromie.blog/

Justin Castles - Photographer and Founder of Lucky Straps
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/justincastles

Jim Aldersey - Wedding and Boudoir Photographer
➡IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimaldersey/
➡Wedding IG: https://www.instagram.com/weddingsbyjim_/
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