Greg, Jim, Bruce and guest Levin Barrett kick off with live chat and Levin’s latest astro adventures before diving into his Great Ocean Road workshop and a deep look at a 10‑night Lofoten/Norway aurora tour. We trade crowd‑dodging travel tips, run through photo news (Kodak rumor, 360 A1 drone, lens leaks), and unpack Bruce’s NZ masterclass. Jim shares hard‑won lessons from a sand‑blasted motorbike shoot, and Greg gives first impressions of the Fujifilm X‑E5 plus a fun Converse collab tease.
===========================================THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST===========================================➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life➡YouTube: @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 ✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers
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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/justinandjim/
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EP107 Lee Herbet | Commercial Videographer
Commercial videographer Lee Herbet joins us to unpack real-world video production: pricing with confidence, writing better briefs, and why audio is “60% of video.” We compare videographer vs cinematographer, share practical mic placement and room treatment tips, explore influencer economics, and demystify “AI” audio tools. Lee also teaches photographers how to think like editors and build compelling sequences. Packed with field-tested advice you can use today.
https://www.capture.ink/https://www.instagram.com/captureink_au/
===========================================THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST===========================================➡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 ✅ 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?)
================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/justinandjim/
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EP106 The Random Photography Show
This episode dives into cosplay photography with guest Ian Tan, exploring creative shoots, location tips, and community events like Icon and BFOP. We cover major camera gear rumors from Hasselblad, Leica, and Canon, discuss third-party lens options, and review Tim’s striking MCC event portraits. Plus, new macro gear, motorbike photography plans, and what’s next for The Camera Life podcast.
===========================================THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST===========================================➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life➡YouTube: @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 ✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers
SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/
================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/justinandjim/
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Ep 105 David Cossini | Award Winning Australian portrait photographer
Award-winning Australian portrait photographer David Cossini joins us to discuss his powerful documentary work, deep personal projects, and why real human connection matters in photography. From photographing his estranged father to exploring underground wrestling, David shares insights on gear, mentorship, vulnerability, and staying true to your vision in a world flooded with images.
Join Greg & Greg (Cromie & Carrick) this week as we meet and interview David Cossini, award winning Australian portrait photographer. Driven by human connection. Photographing with an immersive approach, focusing on long-form projects and portraiture.
Winner of the Head On Portrait Award (2023), the National Photographic Portrait Prize Art Handlers Award (2023), the Percival Photographic Portrait Prize (2022), the International Photography Awards Video Photographer Of the Year (2022) and the Gomma Photography Grant New Flavour (2021).
https://www.davidcossini.com/https://www.instagram.com/canipsi/
===========================================THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST===========================================➡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 ✅ 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?)
================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/justinandjim/
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EP104 Justin's Last Show? The Random Photography Show
In Justin’s “last” episode before his New Zealand trip, the crew dives into travel gear setups, secondhand camera sales, marketplace scam prevention, and major camera news—from the DJI Osmo 360 to Sigma rumors and Sony’s tri-layer sensor. They also compare the Leica Q3 vs R5 II, talk insurance for photographers, and unbox new gear. The episode wraps with stunning community photo reviews and travel prep tips.
===========================================THE CAMERA LIFE - LIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PODCAST===========================================➡Blog: https://luckystraps.com/the-camera-life➡YouTube: @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 ✅ Personalise with Your Name or Logo✅ Owned, Designed and Used by Working Photographers
SHOP NOW - https://luckystraps.com/
================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/justinandjim/
Live weekly podcast featuring long-form discussions on all things photography with hosts Greg, Justin and Jim. Join us live on Youtube every Monday at 7:30pm & Thursday at 9am (Australian Eastern Time) to join in on the conversation or listen back later on your favourite podcast player.
From photography gear reviews and new camera rumours to discussions about the art and business of making images, this is The Camera Life Podcast.
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