We were so excited to sit down with the wonderful Lê Nguyên Phương at this year’s Ballarat International Foto Biennale. Phương is a thoughtful, brilliant photographer whose work tells powerful stories with so much care and beauty.
In our chat, Phương shares his journey and the ideas behind his work, which explore identity, family, sexuality and history in such a unique and moving way. He’s a truly impressive young artist and we can’t wait for you to hear his story and to see what incredible projects he brings to life next.
About Phuong’s exhibition:
Global perceptions of the American War in Vietnam have long been shaped by Western media, where iconic images like the Burning Monk, Saigon Execution, and Napalm Girl became the defining lens. Thành Phẩm presents Vietnamese artist Lê Nguyên Phương’s counter-archive, intimate photographs with his family in Vietnam and Cambodia that re-examine the war’s emotional legacy and hidden histories.
The Atrium, Ballarat Library, 178 Doveton Street North throughout the festival.
See more of Phuong’s work:
https://lenguyenphuong.com
https://www.instagram.com/phuong.io
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BiFB Pop Up - Penny Stephens
In the third episode from our live sessions at the Ballarat International Foto Biennale we talk to Penny Stephens and her views on documentary photography. Penny is pure joy to chat with, full of warmth, wonderful stories and an inspiring outlook on her work and the future of photography.
Penny will be part of an incredible panel discussion - Women Shaping Photojournalism with Carla Gottgens and Christina Simons, at the Ballarat International Foto Biennale and presented in partnership with Nikon Australia, this coming Sunday 14th September from 2-3pm at 101 Lydiard Street North.
Based in Melbourne, Penny is a freelance photographer with an impressive career spanning over 20 years at The Age. These days she juggles a mix of media, corporate and personal projects. She works with clients like Western Health, World Vision, Australia Post, and Monash University, while still shooting news for The Guardian and The Age.
Her journey started in the most unexpected way, covering lawn bowls when the picture desk was short staffed! Love that. Since then, Penny’s passion for media work has only grown. She loves meeting people in their homes, capturing portraits, and telling stories at some of the most important moments in their lives.
We just adore Penny and couldn’t be happier to have had this conversation. Get ready for an inspiring and heartwarming chat.
https://www.bypennystephens.com
https://www.pennystephens.com/
https://www.instagram.com/bypennystephens
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BiFB Pop Up - Campbell Addy & Ibby Njoya
We had the absolute honour of speaking with Campbell Addy, headliner of this year's Ballarat International Foto Biennale and collaborator and set designer Ibby Njoya.
It was pure joy sitting down with these two remarkable artists, each with their own powerful sense of self and overflowing creativity. What Campbell and Ibby bring to a shoot goes far beyond the camera; it’s about life, love, laughter, and ooooodles of talent.
I ❤ Campbell
is on at the Ballarat Mining Exchange until October 19th. While you are there in Ballarat, make sure you check out their Niijournal exhibition at the RACV Goldfields Resort in Creswick as well.
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BiFB Pop Up - Bronwyn Kidd - Martin Kantor Prize Winner
In this episode, the first of five pop-up episodes from the Ballarat International Foto Biennale, Harri and Sally talk to the winner of this year Martin Kantor Prize, Bronwyn Kidd.
Straight after the announcement was made, Bronwyn was live on the podcast to talk all about the excitement of winning with her strikingly bold and beautiful portrait of Polly Borland, and the beautiful story behind the image.
Two incredible women who have carved out an extraordinary path in photography. Clever, inspiring and absolutely brilliant.
Thank you Bronwyn, for joining us in our pop-up podcast studio, it made the festival even more special. Once again a huge congratulations!
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S02 - Bonus Ep - Teds Cameras - Teresa Marino
We were so thrilled to get back into the pod suits to have a wonderful chat with Teresa Marino, Professional and Retail Sales Consultant at Teds Cameras.
Teds Cameras is a sponsor of When Harri met Sally this season, and it was just wonderful to get to hear the other fantastic work Teds does in the community.
Teresa and Teds have an incredible offer for the When Harri met Sally audience.
“Thanks for tuning in to When Harri Met Sally. If today’s episode sparked your creative side, we’ve got something special for you. Listeners get an exclusive offer from Ted’s Camera Store. Just mention the episode when you get in touch.
Contact Teresa at [email protected] or call Teresa directly on 0433 116 472
Don’t forget to mention: When Harri Met Sally, Ted’s Camera Store Episode, to unlock the offer!”
We can’t thank Teds enough for the support they have shown us, and Teresa for her time on the podcast.
About When Harri Met Sally - A Photography Podcast
In a world where everyone carries a camera in their pocket and AI-generated images flood the internet, When Harri met Sally – A Photography Podcast aims to explore what it truly means to be a photographer today. Co-hosted by Harriet Tarbuck from Photo Collective and Sally Brownbill from The Brownbill Effect, this exciting new podcast delves into the motivations, challenges, and joys of a life dedicated to photography. Through candid conversations with friends of the duo, Harri and Sally will engage listeners in thought-provoking discussions with humour and robust conversations about their photography journeys.The first season, featuring 12 episodes, offers a diverse lineup of guests from various photography fields including photojournalism, commercial, documentary, and art-based photography. With a lighthearted, conversational tone, When Harri met Sally creates a space for photographers, students, and creative enthusiasts alike to reflect, learn, and connect. From exploring the intricacies of participating in festivals to navigating professional challenges, this podcast is set to become a must-listen for anyone passionate about photography and the creative process.Find out more about your hosts at photocollective.com.au and thebrownbilleffect.com.
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