The Radiant Vista - Podcast

Episode 23 - Questions and Answers 05

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Craig answers two questions in this episode. In the first answer Craig discusses ways to make the most out of a very limited amount of field time for creating landscape photography. In the second answer Craig talks about file size and resolution for four different types of uses for our photography.

Episode 22 - Myth of Talent Revisited

Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode Craig revists his article The Myth of Talent. Craig discusses new studies that support the idea that experts are made not born. Craig also looks at the power of belief and how belief effects our potential to recreate ourselves and achieve our visions for who we want to become. Craig also gives practical tips for identifying and dissolving limiting beliefs and creating new beliefs which support the realization of the dreams we have for our photography.

Episode 21 - Depth of Field

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Craig gives a less technical and more experiential way for the digital scenic photographer to manage depth of field.

Episode 20 - The Power of Play

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0500

Craig shares a story from a recent workshop in Death Valley National Park and discusses the power of play and it's effect on creativity.

Episode 19 - Color Theory

Tue, 16 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Craig answers a few questions regarding how content is created for The Radiant Vista and a technical question on focus. The episode then moves into a discussion of basic color theory.

Episode 18: Questions and Answers 04

Mon, 18 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Craig returns to the Q&A format and answers a few questions that have been posted to the Community forum. Craig answers a few questions about his Fine Art Landscape video tutorial, answers a question about basic digital camera setup, and a question about slowing down vs. rushing around and it's effect on creativity and productivity.

Episode 17 - Street Photography

Sun, 03 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500

Craig takes a look at the genre of street photography and the idea of approaching people on the street. The episode continues with a discussion about having a connection with your subject, developing a rapport, overcoming fear, as well as providing some technical and composition suggestions.

Episode 16 - Landscape Composition - Part 2

Sun, 19 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500

After an extended break, our podcast returns with Craig responding to a question on composition when shooting waterfalls that was posted in the Community. The discussion continues with additional details and techniques on landscape composition from our last episode.

Episode 15 - Landscape Composition

Mon, 21 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0500

This week, Craig is inspired by a question posted to our Community about landscape composition. Craig explores a practical approach we might follow to arrange different elements and create visual harmony in a landscape photograph.

Episode 14 - The Creativity Ritual - Part 2

Sun, 06 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Craig continues to discuss Journaling as a Creativity Ritual and clarifies some of the discussion from the last podcast based on listener feedback. In addition, Craig shares an inspirational story of synchronicity from his 1st Next Step workshop.

Episode 13 - Journaling as a Creativity Ritual

Sun, 23 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Craig discusses the idea of journaling as part of a creativity ritual, connecting with your purpose as an artist and photographer, even from the perspective of the "hobbiest".

Episode 12 - Fear of The Rules or Fear Itself

Sat, 08 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Craig discusses the guidelines and rules of composition in the context of the public critique and creating your artwork.

Episode 11 - Creating a Space for Artistic Growth

Fri, 30 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0500

Craig answers a question about how we choose images for The Daily Critique. In addition, Craig discusses how his career progressed after the events in his article The Myth of Talent, which is a commonly e-mailed question. Finally Craig talks about 7 different ways to create a space for artisitc growth that are also highlighted in the article.

Episode 10 - Questions and Answers 03

Sun, 19 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0500

Craig reads some of your responses to our last podcast on photo manipulation and digital editing. This weeks listener submitted question is about prerecognition of your photographs and reacting to sitiuations in the field versus "finding" the image when your editing.

Episode 09 - Questions and Answers 02

Sun, 12 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0500

Our Q&A style continues! Things get started with Craig reading some of our listener comments regarding last week's topics, touching again on split neutral density filters, as well as some feedback and a book recommendation regarding last week's philosophical discussion.

Craig responds to a few questions regarding content that's recently been posted to The Radiant Vista, including the flowing water tutorial as well as additional discussion of the February 4th, Daily Critique. There is a listener question regarding sensor size, full frame vs. a crop factor. In our location segment, a few recommendations for the Lone Pine, CA US305 / CA190 area. Lastly, for our philosophical question this week, we discuss the ethics of photo manipulation and truth in photography.

Episode 08 - Questions and Answers 01

Sun, 29 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0500

The first installment of our Q&A style podcast and where we answer questions that our viewers and listeners have submitted. In this episode Craig answers questions and touches on tripod selections for landscape photography, a comprehensive "beginning photography" book recommendation, why we should use split neutral density filters with digital SLRs, and lastly photographing with a "discerning" eye and the roles of a detective and judge in us all.

Episode 07 - Twilight

Tue, 24 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Craig discusses the different kinds of twilight as well as the different qualities of light throughout the day as they pertain to photographers.

Link: http://www.cmpsolv.com/los/sunset.html

Episode 06 - RAW Converter

Sun, 18 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Radiant Vista Podcast, Mark discusses Adobe Camera Raw. This discussion starts with some overall preference suggestions and moves through details of the different functions of the RAW converter. This is a great walkthrough for photographers that are just getting started with RAW, but may also appeal to photographers of intermediate and advanced Photoshop levels as well.

Episode 05 - Color Management

Sun, 04 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0500

Mark talks to us about Color Management for getting an image from your monitor to the printed page with successful results. The topics include calibrating your monitor, setting Photoshop up properly, printer profiles, and more...

Episode 04 - Workshops

Sun, 13 Nov 2005 00:00:00 -0500

Matt & Craig discuss what a typical day is like on a workshop. In addition, we discuss photographing mature subjects, such as often photographed national parks. Lastly, we briefly discuss the response the website in the first two weeks of launch and thank everyone that has helped the project succeed.

Episode 03 - Workflow

Fri, 04 Nov 2005 00:00:00 -0500

Mark Johnson discusses the digital capture workflow as it relates to
Photoshop. This is a complete A to Z workflow after a photograph has been
captured. Beginners to digital capture will get a ton of information from
this podcast! The podcast is also full of great tips and suggestions for
more advanced digital listeners as well.

Episode 02 - Critique

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 -0500

Matt and Craig discuss getting the most out of a critique of your work, primarily relating to The Daily Critique section on radiantvista.com, but also as part of workshops and festivals. We discuss the flow of The Daily Critique, including who will be critiquing images and the overall style and outline.

Episode 01 - Launch

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 -0500

Craig and Matt host an informal question and answer session regarding the launch of The Radiant Vista.

Topics Include:
- What is The Radiant Vista?
- Who are the contributors?
- What are the initial features of the website?
- What is the future of The Radiant Vista?