Artist Spotlight - The Podcast
"Artist Spotlight - The Podcast" is published twice every month by the Maryland Photography Alliance (MPA), a 501 C (3) organization. MPA is dedicated to enriching photographers lives through educational programs such as podcasts, webinars, seminars, contests, gallery shows, and workshops. Join Host Mitch Stringer as he interviews the best photographers in the world. MPA’s many programs and events are open to all photographers no matter where they are located. Learn more at www.mdphotoalliance.org.
Episodes
October 1, 2026 • 67 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes self-described "road trip" photographer Rob Hann to the show. Rob's decades of work showcases his unique ability to make compelling photos of what may be described as "Americana". Born in London, Rob had a fascination with the American West and the often forgotten and abandoned signs, cars, buildings and other found objects he would discover during his lengthy road trips. Having not pick...
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September 15, 2026 • 70 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes photojournalist Robert Hanashiro to the podcast. For over 45 years, Bert, as he is affectionately known, has photographed Olympic games, Super Bowls, Oscars and countless major sports and entertainment events. From his early years working in Central California to his decades working with USA Today, his reputation for great talent, professionalism and desire to give back to...
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September 1, 2026 • 66 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes Los Angeles based documentary photographer and filmmaker Greg Hatton to the podcast. Greg's work carries his signature style and has featured images made around the world. From the conversation it's evident that travel and his observations and acceptance of people around the world inform his art. In addition to creating images, Greg is a public speaker and photog...
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August 15, 2026 • 50 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes France based documentary photographer Jamie Johnson to the show.
Over the years Jamie has built relationships with families and documented their lives with a focus on the children who have grown from quite young into their late teens and older. Her genuine spirit and camera skills have cultivated trust and long-standing rapport with parents and their children.
We discu...
Over the years Jamie has built relationships with families and documented their lives with a focus on the children who have grown from quite young into their late teens and older. Her genuine spirit and camera skills have cultivated trust and long-standing rapport with parents and their children.
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August 1, 2026 • 52 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes street photographer Paul O’Malley to the show. Paul’s passion for his craft is evident in his work as he looks for often unseen moments. Divided between color and monochrome images, he shoots with a keen eye towards light, shadow, details and a sense of peering into the subjects own world. We get into his influences, techniques, gear choices and much more. You can check out h...
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July 15, 2026 • 53 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes photographer Merri Cyr to the show. Merri has focused much of her career photographing musicians with her major break coming after shooting the iconic Jeff Buckley album cover titled Grace. She would go on to photograph many covers and work for decades in the field and her work is ongoing today. We talked about her early years, key moments along the way and her approach in the field. Mer...
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July 1, 2026 • 75 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes renowned portrait photographer Mark Mann to the podcast.
Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Mark decided that New York City was the place to make his career goals happen. He surely has reached those lofty goals over 30+ years creating compelling images of a "who's who" in the world of business and celebrity. Images of Robert Redford, Dave Chapelle, Kobe Bryant, Al Pacino, Slash, and ...
Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Mark decided that New York City was the place to make his career goals happen. He surely has reached those lofty goals over 30+ years creating compelling images of a "who's who" in the world of business and celebrity. Images of Robert Redford, Dave Chapelle, Kobe Bryant, Al Pacino, Slash, and ...
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June 15, 2026 • 56 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes third generation photographer and visual storyteller Vincent Caruso to the show. Having known Vincent for a few years now I’ve always been impressed by his keen photographic eye and perspectives on the craft. We spoke about his upbringing around photography shaped by his father, legendary movie and television still photographer, Phil Caruso. Vincent has effectively carved out his o...
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June 1, 2026 • 67 mins
Join host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes wildlife photographer, author, tour leader and conservationist Suzi Eszterhas to the show. Suzi's work is nothing short of incredible and her love of animals has led her all over the world making beautiful images. Her work has appeared on the pages of National Geographic Kids, Popular Photography, TIME, BBC Wildlife and many more. Suzi's life is the subject of an upcoming documentar...
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May 15, 2026 • 60 mins
Join podcast host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes sports photographer and Director of Photography Alex Trautwig to the show. Alex's lengthy career has seen him evolve from a photo intern after college to working with some of the best-known companies in the photography business such as Getty Images and Major League Baseball.
As an advocate for photographers, Alex co-founded the Professional Baseball Photographers...
As an advocate for photographers, Alex co-founded the Professional Baseball Photographers...
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May 1, 2026 • 51 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes fine art photographer and film director Mark de Paola to the podcast. Mark’s style over decades of work has placed him in the upper echelon of today’s creatives. Having been a photographer since his pre-teen years, Mark evolved his work creating stunning portraits and advertising campaigns for major brands. He’s also added film director to his list accomplishments in bo...
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April 15, 2026 • 57 mins
Join host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes New York City based street photographer Daniel Featherstone to the show. Daniel's work presents the quirky side of the city and its residents from their expressions to their style. His keen eye recognizes the distinct and notable, and he artfully captures beautiful images. We had a great conversation about his early years as a graffiti artist and the role rap mus...
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April 1, 2026 • 29 mins
Join host Mitch Stringer recorded while in Morocco with renowned photographer Art Wolfe as they travel across the vast country of Morocco. Art and Mitch discuss what they’ve been seeing there in cities like Fes, Marrakech and several others. Additionally, thoughts on pre-trip gear choices and the types of images that can be made during such a trip.
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March 15, 2026 • 64 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes Los Angeles based photographer Stephen Vanasco to the show. Stephen's journey to becoming one of the most talented, versatile photographers today is nothing short of fascinating and inspiring. When talent meets a tenacious work ethic, this is what you get. He spent his early days as a skateboarder later photographing the sport, working in the adult video business ...
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March 1, 2026 • 78 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes acclaimed movie and television still photographer Phil Caruso to the podcast. Phil's beautiful work has spanned more than four decades through which he became the go-to still photographer for such legends as Robert DeNiro, Ron Howard and Martin Scorcese to name a few. During that time these images have been used on movie posters and to promote the movie...
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February 15, 2026 • 67 mins
Join podcast host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes Washington, DC based editorial and portrait photographer Cheriss May to the show. A graduate of Howard University, Cheriss embarked upon a career in graphic art before transitioning into photography. But her love of the medium began as a young girl where she showed an interest and supportive parents recognized that talent and encouraged her early dev...
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February 1, 2026 • 64 mins
Join show host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes New York City based dance, street and commercial photographer Omar Z Robles to the podcast.
Omar's incomparable images of dancers worldwide showcase his keen eye for capturing peak moments of performance on the streets. His early years studying as a mime taught him valuable lessons about using the body to convey action, emotion and intensity. That firsthand knowledge giv...
Omar's incomparable images of dancers worldwide showcase his keen eye for capturing peak moments of performance on the streets. His early years studying as a mime taught him valuable lessons about using the body to convey action, emotion and intensity. That firsthand knowledge giv...
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January 15, 2026 • 62 mins
John host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes Hanoi, Vietnam based editorial and commercial photographer, educator and YouTube host Justin Mott to the podcast.
Justin's storytelling images and videos have long been seen on the pages of The New York Times and other leading editorial entities. His commercial work spans various brands including Leica, Restoration Hardware, Nike, IHG Resorts to name a few. This podcast covers so much ...
Justin's storytelling images and videos have long been seen on the pages of The New York Times and other leading editorial entities. His commercial work spans various brands including Leica, Restoration Hardware, Nike, IHG Resorts to name a few. This podcast covers so much ...
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January 1, 2026 • 62 mins
In this episode, host Mitch Stringer welcomes photographer and YouTube host of the award-winning photography focused Three Blind Men and an Elephant, Hugh Brownstone to the show. Since inception, Hugh's insights, wit and enthusiastic perspectives on cameras, lenses, accessories and street photography have been a huge hit. So much so that Hugh and his wife Claudia have expanded to lead street photography workshops around the wo...
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December 15, 2025 • 58 mins
Join host Mitch Stringer as he welcomes wildlife photographer and workshop leader Joe Subolefsky to the show. Joe's extensive experience in the field photographing wildlife extends from birds to bears to jaguars in Brazil and much more. Mitch and Joe discuss how to choose your photographic destination, trip expectations, packing/gear tips and how to make the most of the experience. This episode is full of s...
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