Street Shots Photography Podcast

Antonio M Rosario
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Street Shots is a photography podcast hosted by photographers Antonio M. Rosario and Ward Rosin. Each episode is a conversation about the why of making photos — what pulls you toward certain subjects, how your life shapes your eye, and what it means to stay curious after years of shooting. Instead of gear fights and step-by-step tutorials, Antonio and Ward talk shop like two working photographers over coffee: honest, reflective, occasionally funny, and always grounded in real experience. Expect thoughtful takes on street photography, visual literacy, personal projects, creative habits, and the quiet (and not-so-quiet) forces that shape the pictures we make.

  1. In Mood We Trust

    3D AGO

    In Mood We Trust

    “Your photography is a record of your living, for anyone who really sees.” – Paul Strand "We are judged, not by the photographs we take, but by the photographs we show." – Ted Grant   In this episode, Antonio and Ward move from recent shoots into a thoughtful conversation about what photographers are really responding to when they raise the camera. Antonio shares his growing excitement around astrophotography, from capturing Jupiter’s moons to photographing the Orion Nebula for the first time, and how even familiar subjects feel personal when you experience them firsthand. He also talks about a recent portrait session that reminded him how much intuition, pacing, and human connection still matter in photography, no matter how advanced the tools become. The heart of the episode revolves around a simple but powerful idea: photographers often end up photographing their own temperament. Ward reflects on how darker, moodier work in Japan drew him in based on what he was feeling and noticing in the streets, while Antonio connects his quieter Brooklyn images to the grief and inward focus he was living through at the time. Together, they explore how environment, emotion, curiosity, anxiety, and even life transitions subtly shape what each photographer sees and chooses to frame. Rather than chasing trends or external goals, the conversation lands on the idea that our photographs often mirror where we are mentally and emotionally — whether we realize it or not. Addendum: Yes, Antonio is fully aware that there are words ending in double “ff.” His brief confusion is being attributed to something like lack of sleep, brain fog, or possibly too much Banff-adjacent riff-raff talk. It happens. Forgive and move on.   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page.     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio Deezer Podcast Addict

    1h 22m
  2. The Boredom Identity

    JAN 31

    The Boredom Identity

    "The Chinese have a theory that you pass through boredom into fascination and I think it's true." ― Diane Arbus “If only we could pull out our brain and use only our eyes.” ― Pablo Picasso In this episode, Antonio and Ward talk about what happens when your photography starts to feel flat, and why boredom isn’t always a bad thing. They kick around the idea that boredom can be a signal to slow down, stop forcing work, and let your eye reset on its own. The conversation also touches on how the camera can act as a kind of shield, especially when photographing difficult or emotionally loaded situations, and how that distance affects both the photographer and the images being made. The second half of the episode turns to color, specifically dye transfer printing and why it still holds so much weight in the history of photography. Using photographers like William Eggleston, Irving Penn, Joel Sternfeld, and Ernst Haas as touchstones, they talk about how dye transfer created a physical, almost unreal richness that modern processes struggle to match. From there, the discussion opens up into a broader reflection on growing as photographers—what you stop chasing over time, how your instincts change, and why learning to sit with uncertainty can quietly push the work forward. Video of dye transfer process.   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page.   Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio Deezer Podcast Addict

    1h 13m
  3. The Camera Also Rises

    JAN 15

    The Camera Also Rises

    "Passion is in all great searches and is necessary to all creative endeavors." ― W. Eugene Smith “Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.” ― Scott Adams   In this first episode of 2026, Antonio and Ward ease into the new year by talking about making physical photo objects and what it feels like to see work finally leave the screen. Ward shares the experience of producing a small, full-bleed black-and-white zine from his recent time in Japan, focusing less on explanation and more on mood, sequencing, and how images start to speak to each other once they’re paired on the page. They talk about living with images, resisting the urge to over-edit, and trusting instinct over feedback loops or social media response. The idea of the zine as a tactile object keeps coming up—not just as a container for photos, but as something meant to be held, revisited, and experienced slowly. Antonio then shifts to a different kind of learning curve, talking about taking a drone pilot course and what it’s been like to approach photography from the air for the first time. He describes the mix of technical study, regulations, and hands-on flying, along with how that knowledge changed his confidence and mindset. What stands out most isn’t the gear or the video potential, but the photographic possibilities—new patterns, unfamiliar perspectives, and the quiet strangeness of seeing familiar landscapes from directly above. The episode closes with Antonio reflecting on photographing protests in his new community and what it means to document events you’re personally part of. He talks about choosing to show up with a camera, navigating trust and visibility, and how being present as both participant and photographer changes the way images are made. The discussion touches on empathy, history, and the tension between observing and taking a stand. Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio Deezer Podcast Addict

    1h 25m
  4. The Slow and The Serious

    12/31/2025

    The Slow and The Serious

    "Don't shoot what it looks like. Shoot what it feels like."       – Unknown/Commonly Attributed  “I am not interested in shooting new things – I am interested to see things new.”     – Ernst Haas   In this year-end episode of Street Shots, Antonio and Ward take some time to reflect on the past year and how their photography has been shaped by it. They talk about recent projects, photo books that left an impression, and how changes in place, access, and pace have influenced the way they see and make pictures. Rather than chasing trends or noise, the conversation leans toward slowing down and paying attention to what feels honest and sustainable. They also discuss using newer tools, including AI-based image critique, as a way to better understand their own work — not for answers, but for reflection. The episode settles into a thoughtful conversation about distance, presence, and the quiet shifts that happen when photographers trust their instincts and give themselves permission to evolve.   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio Deezer Podcast Addict

    1h 23m
  5. Much Ado About Motion

    12/14/2025

    Much Ado About Motion

    "It’s a weird combination that makes a great picture. It’s a complete mystery to me." -- Alec Soth "A portrait isn’t a fact but an opinion—an occasion rather than a truth." -- Richard Avedon   In this episode, Antonio and Ward reflect on the recent passing of Martin Parr, talking through what they’ve long admired about his work, his move from black-and-white to color, his time at Magnum, and the way he photographed everyday life without smoothing out its edges. The conversation also drifts into a new idea Antonio picked up by accident at a Christmas market in Nebraska, where he connected with a nonprofit that helps formerly incarcerated people train for work in professional kitchens. He talks about why that idea stuck with him and how he’s imagining photographing the space—both behind the scenes and through more formal portraits made in the kitchen itself. Speed skating becomes another thread, with Ward unpacking his weekend shooting a World Cup event in Calgary. Autofocus frustrations, missed shots, and the value of reviewing a rough first day all lead to a shift toward slower shutter speeds and motion-based images that felt more honest than frozen action frames. The episode also circles back to their previous conversation with motorsports photographer Jamey Price, offering a clearer recap of some of the racing terms and technical references that came up, grounding the discussion for listeners who may not live in that world.   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio Deezer Podcast Addict

    1h 7m
  6. Cheap Camera, Good Price

    11/29/2025

    Cheap Camera, Good Price

    "Film has no place in the modern world of fast paced motorsport photography".   "My job is amazing. But it isn't always fun." -- Jamey Price   Ward and Antonio chat with motorsport photographer Jamey Price about his unexpected path from riding racehorses to shooting some of the biggest racing events in the world. Jamey talks about the long, hectic days covering endurance races, the fun and chaos of working with major teams, and how his newspaper days taught him to make even the dull assignments count. He also explains how his new book, Racing Unfiltered: A Year in Motorsports Captured on Film, grew out of playing around with a cheap plastic NASCAR camera that somehow opened more doors than his pro gear ever could. Throughout the conversation, he keeps things grounded, sharing how slowing down, noticing people, and having fun with the process led to some of his favorite moments behind the scenes.   Jamey Price's Website, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter/X. His new book, Racing Unfiltered: A Year in Motorsports Captured on Film   Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio

    1h 20m
  7. 15 Minutes of Frame

    11/14/2025

    15 Minutes of Frame

    "Celebrities provide an escape from the mundane. They are photographed so we can worship them—so they are worthy of our worship." -- David LaChapelle "A photographic portrait is a picture of someone who knows he is being photographed." -- Richard Avedon   In this episode Antonio and Ward take on the world of celebrity portraiture — from the classic work of masters like Irving Penn, Avedon, and Karsh to modern takes by photographers such as Platon and Tyrell Hampton. Their discussion starts with Oscar Isaac’s recent GQ shoot and spirals into a larger conversation about what it means to photograph fame: whether we’re seeing the real person or a performance crafted for the camera. They weigh how much control the celebrity, the photographer, and the publication each have in shaping these images, and how context — from lighting to location — turns a portrait into a cultural artifact. The two also reflect on why celebrity portraits endure long after the marketing fades, comparing timeless images like Audrey Hepburn’s portrait by Irving Penn and Platon’s unnerving shot of Vladimir Putin. Along the way, they contrast authenticity and artifice, recalling famous stories behind iconic portraits — from Churchill’s scowl to Meryl Streep’s unretouched close-up.    Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio

    1h 17m
  8. Of Moose and Men

    10/30/2025

    Of Moose and Men

    In this episode, Antonio, Ward, and their guest Dave Szweduik dive into the creative process behind Fujifilm “recipes”—custom in-camera film simulation settings—and what they reveal about each photographer’s way of seeing. Dave shares how he’s been using AI-assisted tools like ChatGPT to generate color and tone profiles inspired by the look of classic film photographers such as Joel Sternfeld. What started as an experiment became a way to simplify his workflow and rediscover his photographic voice. His images—especially a quiet snow-covered church scene—sparked a conversation about warmth, subtlety, and finding cohesion between subject and color, reminding the group how digital tools can still lead to deeply personal results . The discussion then shifts to Ward’s recent Substack essay, The Journey or the Destination, where he explores how photographers view their own work differently than their audiences do. Ward describes “journey” photos as the images that document exploration and process, while “destination” photos are the finished statements—the ones that feel complete and timeless. Together, the trio reflect on how both types of photos shape a photographer’s evolution, with Antonio connecting the idea to his own recurring sunrise shots and Dave relating it to his spontaneous, project-free approach. Dave Szweduik's Substack "Noted Nonsense" Ward’s recent Substack essay, The Journey or the Destination Subscribe to our Substack Newsletter Help out the show by buying us a coffee! Support the show by purchasing Antonio’s Zines. Send us a voice message, comment or question.   Show Links:   Antonio M. Rosario's Website, Vero, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook page Ward Rosin’s Website, Vero, Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook page. Ornis Photo Website  The Unusual Collective Street Shots Facebook Page Street Shots Instagram     Subscribe to us on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio

    1h 30m
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Street Shots is a photography podcast hosted by photographers Antonio M. Rosario and Ward Rosin. Each episode is a conversation about the why of making photos — what pulls you toward certain subjects, how your life shapes your eye, and what it means to stay curious after years of shooting. Instead of gear fights and step-by-step tutorials, Antonio and Ward talk shop like two working photographers over coffee: honest, reflective, occasionally funny, and always grounded in real experience. Expect thoughtful takes on street photography, visual literacy, personal projects, creative habits, and the quiet (and not-so-quiet) forces that shape the pictures we make.

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  • Creator
    Antonio M Rosario
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2014 . All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Street Shots Photography Podcast

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