Landscape Photography World

Grant Swinbourne
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Welcome to Landscape Photography World! The podcast for everyone passionate about landscape photography! Full time professional photographer, Grant Swinbourne and his guests discuss the world of landscape photography. In each show, Grant talks to some of the best landscape photographers from around the world to get to know them better and talk to them about their inspirations and motivations, how they’ve developed their style and what they do and don’t like about being a photographer. If you’re keen to explore the art of landscape photography, composition, the use of tone and colour what and how motivations develop and where creativity comes from , then this is the podcast for you. You’ll get a glimpse into the world of landscape photography from the perspective of some of the best landscape photographers out there. Theme Music: Litugy of the Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

  1. Ep 247 - California Seascapes & Sunsets with Audrey Wilson

    14 HRS AGO

    Ep 247 - California Seascapes & Sunsets with Audrey Wilson

    Audrey Wilson has been passionate about photography since picking up a film camera at 13. Based near the coast in California, her work spans seascapes, beach sunsets, birds and macro photography and it's that range that keeps her creative spark alive. A member of OCScapers in Orange County, Audrey values the shared knowledge and camaraderie that comes from shooting alongside fellow photographers. In this episode she talks about how studying other photographers helped her move beyond flat images, building depth through leading lines, foreground interest and intentional composition. Travel shapes the atmosphere and memories she tries to convey, particularly the feeling of ocean movement in her seascapes. Away from the camera Audrey works as an accountant, and photography has become a welcome antidote to that world. I hope you enjoy the show! You can find Audrey’s work here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audreywils0n/   Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography   Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com   #seascapephotography #californiaphotography #beachphotography #longexposurephotography #sunsetphotography #macrophotography #wildlifephotography #photographypodcast

    1h 7m
  2. Ep 246 - Laura Dyer Wildlife in the Landscape: Finding Place, Emotion, and Purpose

    APR 14

    Ep 246 - Laura Dyer Wildlife in the Landscape: Finding Place, Emotion, and Purpose

    Laura Dyer's photography began with a single wild dog sighting — and never stopped. What followed was a move away from accounting and into full-time wildlife photography, guiding, and bespoke trip design across Africa and beyond. Her approach has evolved significantly over time. Where documentary instincts once dominated, she now embraces slower, more artistic techniques — including ICM and slow shutter — to bring emotional depth to wildlife imagery. She also champions the value of landscape within wildlife photography, arguing that a strong sense of place elevates a single animal moment into something far more resonant. In this conversation, Laura reflects on the mentorship and community that shaped her early years in South Africa, and how extended time in Kenya during COVID became an unexpected creative laboratory. She's candid about the realities of the industry — the algorithm pressures of social media, the severe toll tourism shutdowns took on local communities, and the logistical demands of running a photography business. She also shares close encounters with elephants and polar bears, her commitment to ethical risk management, and how switching subjects and constraints can completely renew creative inspiration. A former accountant turned full-time photographer and guide, Laura's story is one of deliberate reinvention — and a deepening attention to the natural world. I hope you enjoy the show! You can find Laura’s work here: Website: https://www.lauradyerphotography.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauradyerphotography Threads: https://www.threads.com/@lauradyerphotography Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lauradyerphotography YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lauradyer330   Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography   Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com   #wildlifephotography #safariphotography #africawildlife #wildlifephotographer #ICMphotography #landscapephotography #photographypodcast #wildlifeguide

    1h 35m
  3. Ep 245 - Sandra Bartocha: Why Intimate Details Beat Grand Vistas

    APR 7

    Ep 245 - Sandra Bartocha: Why Intimate Details Beat Grand Vistas

    Sandra Bartocha: Why Intimate Details Beat Grand Vistas Sandra Bartocha grew up with a photojournalist father and a rural childhood that pointed her firmly toward nature — and away from people. That foundation shaped a practice built on emotional resonance, where intimate details, shifting light, and quiet moods matter far more than sweeping panoramas. Based in Germany, Sandra works across natural landscapes, forests, plants, and abstract imagery, always with the same underlying intention: to evoke feeling rather than record fact. She builds her work in long-form bodies — books, exhibitions, audiovisual shows — rather than chasing the rhythms of social media. Her LYS project, a years-long exploration of northern Europe, resulted in both a 45-minute audiovisual presentation and a substantial coffee table book. In this conversation, Sandra discusses photographing locally, her preference for forests and the sea, and why she keeps post-processing minimal by focusing on getting things right in-camera. She reflects on what success actually means to her — personal expression and time spent outdoors — and speaks candidly about navigating a male-dominated field. She also considers where photography is heading amid AI and a renewed interest in film. A deeply considered photographer whose work has been recognised in Wildlife Photographer of the Year multiple times, Sandra's approach is a reminder that restraint and intention are creative strengths. I hope you enjoy the show! You can find Sandra’s work here: Website: https://www.sandrabartocha.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandrabartocha/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bartocha.photography Flickr: flickr.com/photos/luverne   Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography   Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com   #landscapephotography #naturephotography #sandrabartocha #forestphotography #creativephotography #germanphotographer #wildlifephotographeroftheyear #photographypodcast

    1h 19m
  4. Ep 244 - Bill Ward; Actor, Ocean ICM Photographer & Finding Solitude Through Photography

    MAR 31

    Ep 244 - Bill Ward; Actor, Ocean ICM Photographer & Finding Solitude Through Photography

    Bill Ward is a multi-award-winning creative photographer and professional actor from Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England. Known for his pioneering work with Intentional Camera Movement (ICM), Bill’s photography explores energy, motion, and emotion—particularly through his long-running ocean project that culminated in the book Immersive, published in 2025.   While many recognise Bill for his acting career—most notably his roles as Charlie Stubbs in Coronation Street and James Barton in Emmerdale—photography has become an equally important creative outlet. For Bill, photography offers a quiet counterbalance to the public nature of acting, allowing him to explore solitude, reflection, and connection to place.   In this episode, Bill Ward discusses balancing two demanding creative careers while touring theatre productions such as The Shawshank Redemption. He shares how travelling for acting roles inspired numerous photographic projects, including a 16-year exploration of theatres and a pandemic-era book created in collaboration with the Theatres Trust.   Bill also explains his fascination with photographing water using long exposures and intentional camera movement, creating images that focus less on representation and more on feeling. His approach centres on time, immersion, and emotional connection to the landscape rather than simply documenting a scene.   Alongside his photographic work, Bill is a judge for the UK Landscape Photographer of the Year awards, leads workshops internationally, and continues to exhibit in galleries across the UK. His perspective highlights photography as a deeply personal practice—one rooted in quiet observation, creative experimentation, and the search for moments of stillness.   I hope you enjoy the show! You can find Bill’s work here: Website: https://billwardphotography.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billwardphotography/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billwardphotography/ Bills Book;  Immersive:  https://www.kozubooks.com/books-new/immersive-by-bill-ward     Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography   Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com   #BillWard #ICMPhotography #CreativePhotography #OceanPhotography #LandscapePhotography #UKPhotographer #IntentionalCameraMovement #PhotographyPodcast #FineArtPhotography #ImmersiveBook

    1h 32m
  5. Ep 243 - Mick Fortier – Healing Through Landscape & Aerial Imagery

    MAR 24

    Ep 243 - Mick Fortier – Healing Through Landscape & Aerial Imagery

    Mick Fortier is a Newcastle-based landscape and aerial photographer whose work is driven by a deep personal connection to both creativity and healing. A licensed drone pilot accredited by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), Mick creates striking aerial imagery that reveals familiar environments from powerful new perspectives. His photography spans landscapes, marine life, storms, and astrophotography, reflecting a desire to continually explore and stay creatively engaged.   Photography became especially meaningful following Mick’s eight-year policing career, which ended after he experienced PTSD. Returning to the camera provided a therapeutic outlet, helping him reconnect with himself and the natural world. Early inspiration from his father’s darkroom and the iconic Australian landscape work of Ken Duncan shaped his artistic direction and appreciation for the emotional impact of imagery.   Mick further developed his skills while studying photography at NSW TAFE, where mentorship and formal training refined his editing workflow and creative process. Drone photography became a defining part of his work, allowing him to capture dynamic coastal environments and dramatic ocean scenes that are otherwise inaccessible.   In this episode, Mick Fortier shares how photography supported his recovery, the lessons learned from challenging field experiences, and his perspective on authenticity in editing. He also discusses selling fine art prints through local gallery partnerships and why photography continues to play a vital role in his wellbeing and creative identity.   I hope you enjoy the show! You can find Mick’s work here: Website: https://mickfortierphotography.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickfortierphotography/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088109794186#     Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography   Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com   #MickFortier #LandscapePhotography #DronePhotography #AerialPhotography #NewcastleNSW #AustralianPhotographer #PhotographyPodcast #FineArtPhotography #CASADronePilot #PhotographyHealing

    1h 16m
  6. Ep 242 - Andrew Vukosav – Abstract Aerial Landscapes, Flying Solo & Photographing Australia from the Sky

    MAR 17

    Ep 242 - Andrew Vukosav – Abstract Aerial Landscapes, Flying Solo & Photographing Australia from the Sky

    Andrew Vukosav is an Australian aerial landscape photographer whose work offers a radically different perspective on the continent, moving beyond traditional outback clichés to reveal abstract, surreal, and often fragile interpretations of the land. Flying solo into some of the most remote regions of Australia, Andrew undertakes journeys that can last days or even weeks, photographing coastlines, deserts, salt pans, and geological formations from directly overhead.   With over four decades of experience as a commercial photographer and a lifelong passion for aviation, Andrew engineered a unique photographic system by mounting a 150MP medium format camera into the underbelly of his single-engine aircraft. In this setup, the entire plane effectively becomes the camera body, banking and pitching into position for each image. The result is a visual language that feels unframed and immersive, as if the viewer is suspended in open air rather than looking through a cockpit window.   Andrew’s work explores the tension between fluidity and permanence—estuaries swirl like clouds, salt lakes resemble glaciers, and deserts appear both vast and delicate. Beneath the visual abstraction lies a deeper intent: to document the environmental fragility of Australia’s landscapes and encourage dialogue around sustainability and conservation.   In this episode, Andrew Vukosav discusses combining engineering with photography, navigating extreme isolation, researching geology and Indigenous land significance, and how encounters with artists at the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards reshaped his creative direction. He also shares insights into international exhibitions, including DFAT-supported tours and climate-focused events, and why minimal digital manipulation remains central to his process.   I hope you enjoy the show! You can find Andrew’s work here: Website: https://www.cessnacam.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cessnacam/     Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography   Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com   #AndrewVukosav #AerialPhotography #LandscapePhotography #AustralianLandscape #AbstractPhotography #FineArtPhotography #AerialLandscapes #EnvironmentalPhotography #PhotographyPodcast #PhaseOne

    1h 13m
  7. Ep 241 - Ellen van den Doel on Finding Light in Nature

    MAR 10

    Ep 241 - Ellen van den Doel on Finding Light in Nature

    Ellen van den Doel is a dedicated landscape photographer from the Netherlands, based in Sommelsdijk on the island of Goeree-Overflakkee. Photography has been a central part of her life since 2009 and remains a source of daily inspiration, balance, and creative fulfilment. Living by the sea, Ellen is deeply drawn to coastal environments, where rhythm, light, and atmosphere shape much of her visual language.   Her work is best known for its calm, minimalist aesthetic and extensive use of long exposure techniques. By working with neutral density filters and natural light, Ellen creates images that express mood, tranquillity, and a strong sense of place. While technical knowledge plays an important role in her process, her core philosophy centres on enjoyment, curiosity, and truly experiencing the landscape rather than simply capturing it.   Before becoming a full-time photography educator, Ellen built a long career in teaching and sports. With a background in gymnastics and physiotherapy, she spent over 25 years working as a teacher and coach. This foundation in education naturally evolved into photography, where she now leads workshops, photo tours, and lectures across Europe.   Since 2015, Ellen has been guiding photographers in the field, and since 2020 she has been closely involved with the Dutch Photo Academy, organising trips and educational programs. Known for her approachable and down-to-earth teaching style, she focuses on helping photographers slow down, observe light more carefully, and develop a deeper personal connection with the landscape.   In this episode, Ellen discusses her creative journey, photographing in extreme environments like Iceland, balancing business with passion, and why teaching remains just as meaningful to her as making images.   I hope you enjoy the show! You can find Ellen’s work here: Website: https://el-foto.nl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ellenvandendoelfotografie/?locale=nl_NL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellenvddoel/     Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography   Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com   #EllenVanDenDoel #LandscapePhotography #LongExposure #SeascapePhotography #PhotographyWorkshops #DutchPhotographer #CoastalPhotography #PhotographyEducation #NaturePhotography #PhotographyPodcast

    1h 18m
  8. Ep 240 - Antoinette Koutsomihalis – Fine Art Landscape Photography, Healing & Creative Purpose

    MAR 3

    Ep 240 - Antoinette Koutsomihalis – Fine Art Landscape Photography, Healing & Creative Purpose

    Antoinette Koutsomihalis, better known as Toni Kouts, is an international award-winning fine art landscape photographer based in Sydney, Australia, whose work is deeply rooted in emotion, intuition, and lived experience. With a background in welfare and a lifelong artistic practice, Antoinette approaches photography not just as a visual medium, but as a space for reflection, healing, and connection.   Her photographic journey began in her aunt’s darkroom, where she first discovered the power of images to hold memory and feeling. Since then, photography has become both a creative language and a personal refuge—one shaped by observation, integrity, and emotional depth.   In this episode, Antoinette shares how photography became a tool for mental health, self-expression, and personal transformation. She opens up about the influence of her welfare work and her experience with breast cancer, and how both have profoundly informed the way she sees the natural world and creates art.   Antoinette speaks honestly about authenticity in photography, the pressure of social media, and her desire to create work that prioritises emotional resonance over external validation. She reflects on travel, stillness, and the importance of approaching landscapes with respect and presence.   This conversation explores photography as a quiet, intuitive practice—one that invites viewers not just to look, but to feel, breathe, and walk a little further into the deeper stories of the natural world.   I hope you enjoy the show! You can find Toni’s work here: Website: https://www.antoinettekouts.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toni__kouts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Antoinettekouts   Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography   Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com   #AntoinetteKoutsomihalis #FineArtPhotography #LandscapePhotography #EmotionalPhotography #PhotographyAndHealing #CreativePurpose #AustralianPhotographer #PhotographyPodcast #MentalHealthAndArt #AuthenticArt

    1h 11m
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Welcome to Landscape Photography World! The podcast for everyone passionate about landscape photography! Full time professional photographer, Grant Swinbourne and his guests discuss the world of landscape photography. In each show, Grant talks to some of the best landscape photographers from around the world to get to know them better and talk to them about their inspirations and motivations, how they’ve developed their style and what they do and don’t like about being a photographer. If you’re keen to explore the art of landscape photography, composition, the use of tone and colour what and how motivations develop and where creativity comes from , then this is the podcast for you. You’ll get a glimpse into the world of landscape photography from the perspective of some of the best landscape photographers out there. Theme Music: Litugy of the Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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  • Creator
    Grant Swinbourne
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    247
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2021 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Landscape Photography World

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