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JAN 7

Dennys Ilic, From Hollywood Headshots to Marvel Stills and London Dreams

The incredibly talented and generous photographer ****Dennys Ilic joins host Paris Chong. Dennys shares insights into his world, from his passion for charity work—including an upcoming event for Heal the Bay with the Property Brothers' Drew and Linda Scott—to his history with the famous TV personality, whom he first met doing headshots before the show even existed. He also opens up about his personal 'exotic location only' rule for shooting weddings, a policy that has taken him to Italy and the Amalfi Coast for past clients, including Drew Scott. Dennys dives into his recent six-month experience working as a stills photographer on a top-secret Marvel project, the *Vision* limited series, at the legendary Pinewood Studios in London. He reveals the striking contrast between the bustling film industry in the UK, where work is abundant, and the fiercely competitive market back in LA. This eye-opening difference has him seriously contemplating a permanent move to London, despite the challenges of immigration and the unexpected hot, humid weather—and the notable lack of air conditioning. Hear his take on the future of film production and why the grass might be greener across the pond. The conversation wraps up with exciting news about Dennys's upcoming joint gallery show with actor Billy Zane, a reunion event that promises to be just as massive as their last, fire-hazard-inducing exhibition. Dennys discusses his creative pivot for the new show, moving away from commercial portraiture to a mix of striking landscape and architectural work. And, as always, he brings gifts, presenting Paris with beautiful prints of Alanis Morissette and Liv Tyler. Plus, don't miss the details on his unexpected side hustle: the unique and highly-demanded sourdough "Den Bread" that has friends and even Australian entrepreneurs urging him to turn it into a commercial business! Show Notes: www.theparischongshow.com/episodes/dennys-ilic-from-hollywood-headshots-to-marvel-stills-and-london-dreams Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:33) Dennys Ilic (00:01:28) Property Brother (00:06:20) London's Calling (00:10:49) Double Show 2 @ Leica Gallery (00:15:55) Brought you a Present (00:18:55) Moving is Hard (00:23:12) Photo Subjects of Choice (00:28:32) Dennys' Dream Job (00:32:59) Revisiting (00:36:00) Photos of Alanis (00:40:28) Where to see more Dennys (00:43:53) Outro 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com

Jan 7

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45 min
6D AGO · BONUS

Behind the Lens : Alanis Morissette Photo | Show Clip

Photographer Dennys Ilic proves why he's one of the most generous people in the industry, surprising Paris with not one, but two beautiful fine-art prints! He presents an iconic, recent shot of Alanis Morissette currently plastered all over Las Vegas for her residency, as well as a stunning older portrait of Liv Tyler, both printed on exquisite William Turner paper. They also share a funny moment over Dennys' signature "den bread" gift. This clip captures a wonderful, heartfelt exchange between great friends, showcasing Dennys' incredible talent and kind spirit. Show Clip from The Paris Chong Show with Dennys Ilic https://youtu.be/c_IR4DRVq6o https://www.theparischongshow.com 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com #photography #dennysilic #alanismorissette

6d ago · Bonus

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4 min
12/08/2025 · BONUS

Unexpected Fame | Show Clip

Jeff Dunas's career in nude photography, which he says he is "famous for" if you’re older. He recounts his work for Playboy in his late teens. Dunas showcases his book of nudes, a 30-year collection spanning from 1970 to 2016, noting that the photos were all shot with Leica M-series cameras (M3s and M6s), mostly in Europe. He also discusses his other books made during COVID, revealing he self-designed and printed them using the service Blurb to create high-quality "dummies" for potential publishers. Show Clip from The Paris Chong Show with Jeff Dunas https://youtu.be/DRTByJF3HtU https://www.theparischongshow.com 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com #photography #hughhefner #playboy

12/08/2025 · Bonus

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4 min
12/02/2025 · BONUS

Dubai: A Forest of Cranes | Show Clip

Jeff Dunas and Paris Chong discuss their travel experiences and connections to the photography world. Dunas describes his trip to Dubai, noting the massive construction with a "forest of cranes" and the surreal nature of the man-made environment. The conversation then shifts to Paris Chong's upcoming trip to the House of Leica in Greece, which is happening right before her international gallerist meeting in Wetzlar, Germany. They then discuss Hossein Ani, the founder of the Loosies and Paris's former boss, who co-founded the Palm Springs Photo Festival with Dunas. Dunas notes that Ani has not returned to America, and is now running his galleries in various international locations, including Budapest and Thailand, having found his element in the global art scene. Show Clip from The Paris Chong Show with Jeff Dunas https://youtu.be/DRTByJF3HtU https://www.theparischongshow.com 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com #dubai #photography #podcast

12/02/2025 · Bonus

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4 min
12/04/2025 · BONUS

From Secrets to Solidarity | Show Clip

Jeff Dunas and Paris Chong discuss how, especially within the Leica community, photographers now embrace networking and shared passion, contrasting with an earlier time when professionals guarded their secrets. Dunas emphasizes that the Palm Springs Photo Festival's portfolio reviews were designed as a "job fair" to facilitate career-changing connections, and they muse over the unique culture of Leica users who treat their cameras as both a professional statement and a valued object, often bringing them to social events and showcasing their investment in the craft. This culture is further juxtaposed with the changing technical landscape, contrasting the thoughtful, limited-shot process of film photography with the endless shooting and extensive editing of the digital era. Show Clip from The Paris Chong Show with Jeff Dunas https://youtu.be/DRTByJF3HtU https://www.theparischongshow.com 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com #photography #photographers #leica

12/04/2025 · Bonus

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4 min
08/20/2025

Mark de Paola, From Fashion Photography to Filmmaking & The Art of Being Brave with Ema Mckie

Paris Chong sits down with acclaimed photographer and director Mark de Paola to discuss his diverse career and upcoming projects. Mark, known for his fashion photography and commercial directing, reveals he is currently focusing on motion pictures, with two films, *A Stab at Heaven* (starring Ema McKie) and *Better Than Dead*, in development for release, plus a third big film. He also shares insights into his unique teaching philosophy at Leica, where he encourages students to be "brave" and find their individual artistic voice rather than simply replicating others' work. The conversation delves into Mark’s personal history and influences, including his strong feminist perspective, which he attributes to his mother's involvement in the women's rights movement. He recounts a pivotal early career experience photographing Henry Fonda and Sammy Davis Jr., which teaches him a valuable lesson about intellectual property rights. Mark also discusses his upcoming photography exhibitions in Tokyo and San Francisco, highlighting his continued passion for photography alongside his ventures into filmmaking. Later in the episode, Ema joins the discussion to talk about her starring role in Mark’s film, *A Stab at Heaven*. Ema shares the deeply personal and challenging story behind the film, which is based on her real-life experience with the suicide of a loved one. Both Mark and Ema emphasize the film's artistic and impactful nature, aiming to portray a universal truth about loss and grief without dictating audience emotions. The film also features Emma's daughter, Ona, whom Mark describes as a natural on set. Show Notes: www.theparischongshow.com/episodes/mark-de-paola-from-fashion-photography-to-filmmaking-the-art-of-being-brave-with-ema-mckie Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:25) Mark de Paola (00:05:11) The New Film (00:08:48) Mark's First Assignment (00:14:25) Encyclopedia (00:17:08) Shows Coming Up (00:18:53) How often do you photograph? (00:22:27) When are the movies coming out? (00:30:33) Photgraphy Advice (00:34:07) Philosophies (00:37:18) Paris the Rockstar (00:40:19) Ema McKie (00:41:40) The Movie (00:45:41) Ona's Movie Role (00:47:32) A way to Heal (00:50:15) Private Screening (00:54:47) What was his name? (00:57:50) What's next? (01:01:11) Ona (01:03:13) Outro 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com

08/20/2025

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1h 5m
11/12/2025 · BONUS

Missed Opportunity: 'Barbie Should Have Been Mine!' | Show Clip

Costume designer Mona May (Clueless, Romy and Michele's High School Reunion) and Paris Chong lament over the missed opportunity for Mona May to have been the costume designer for the *****Barbie* movie. They dive into the complexities of forming relationships in the industry, the grueling life of production (including Paris's one awful experience on the set of *Starship Troopers*!), and why dating in LA is so tough. Mona May is also crowned the "Queen of the Nineties" as she lists her classic film credits and reveals her unique process for sourcing materials and creating the iconic looks for movies like *Enchanted*. Show Clip from The Paris Chong Show with Mona May https://youtu.be/ggFe8n7f5Eo https://www.theparischongshow.com 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com #Clueless #MonaMay #CostumeDesign #bookpublishing

11/12/2025 · Bonus

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4 min
11/27/2025

Jeff Dunas, Passion Projects, Publishing Art Books, Palm Springs Photo Festival & Leica

Paris Chong welcomes back renowned photographer Jeff Dunas, who dives into the photographic books he produced during the COVID-19 pandemic, primarily from his archive. These projects include a small, limited-edition book with publisher Nazraeli called *Highway 61 to Honeyboy*, a Renaissance garden book, and a collection of his American pictures. He discusses the changing landscape of photo book publishing, particularly the unique crowd-sourced model used by Michelle from Minor Matters, who also designed his earlier book, *State of the Blues*. Dunas also reflects on his early career, including his widely known nude photography for Playboy while in his late teens. Dunas shares his deep connection to Leica cameras, which he has used since the early eighties, noting he still owns an M3 and M7. He highlights his attachment to the M9 Monochrome, calling it "perfect" for black and white work—like shooting an M6 with Tri-X film. He contrasts the slow, deliberate process of shooting with film (the psychological importance of a 36-picture limit) and the mastery of the darkroom with the current, faster pace of digital photography. He likens his new hobby of making sourdough bread to the focused, scientific process of working in a darkroom. The conversation also covers the Palm Springs Photo Festival, which Dunas co-founded and ran for 17 years. He proudly defines its portfolio reviews not as critique sessions, but as a crucial "job fair," connecting emerging photographers with industry people who could hire, publish, or exhibit their work. While the festival itself is currently on hold due to the high costs of maintaining its high-quality faculty, the reviews continue online. Finally, Jeff discusses his successful "Palm Springs Photo Festival podcast," which he started in 2020 to maintain a sense of community during the pandemic. You can find Jeff Dunas's work on his website, dunes.com. Show Notes: www.theparischongshow.com/episodes/jeff-dunas-passion-projects-publishing-art-books-palm-springs-photo-festival-leica Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:51) Jeff Dunas (00:01:19) A Few New Books (00:05:07) Paris's First Art Book (00:08:28) Famous For Nudes (00:11:25) Super Rare Books (00:15:26) Palm Springs Photo Festival (00:18:48) Marker 12 (00:22:45) Leica Store (00:25:24) Other Hobbies (00:32:25) Didn't Know You Had A Daughter (00:36:26) Landscape - Palisades Fire Talk (00:39:04) What's Next? (00:46:33) Outro 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com

11/27/2025

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49 min
05/25/2025

Think Twice Before Starting a Restaurant | Snippets with Salman Agah

Salman Agah shares candid advice for those considering entering the restaurant industry. He stresses the importance of fully understanding the challenges before diving in. From the relentless demands to the high risk of failure, he explains why the restaurant business isn’t for everyone—especially in California. If you’re thinking about opening a restaurant, watch this first! Key Topics: The harsh realities of running a restaurantWhy understanding the business is crucial before startingThe trial-and-error nature of entrepreneurshipWhy California might not be the best place for a restaurant businessThe importance of passion in overcoming industry challengesQuotes: "It's really important that you understand what you're getting into.""Like any business, you're going to stumble, fall, and get back up.""I would advise people not to get into the restaurant business.""If you want to get into it, you better love it—it will test you in every way imaginable."

05/25/2025

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1 min
10/15/2025

Alan Schaller, From a Crush to Photography's Golden Boy & the Birth of Irys

Paris Chong Show features acclaimed photographer Alan Schaller, who discusses his journey into photography, starting from a crush on a girl to becoming a "golden boy" in the industry. He shares insights into his practice, including his initial investment in a Leica camera and his dedication to street photography, which he attributes to an "obsessive maniac" approach and a flexible freelance musician lifestyle. Schaller also introduces his new company, Iriys, an "ecosystem" designed to support the photography industry. Irys aims to offer book publishing, an agency, galleries, a magazine, and a social media application for photographers. He highlights the company's mission to address challenges faced by photographers in the age of AI and video prevalence, and to create a supportive community where artists receive fair compensation for their work, such as a 50% royalty on book sales. The conversation touches on personal anecdotes, including humorous stories about dropping cameras and a "midlife crisis" purchase of a vintage Aston Martin during lockdown. Paris Chong expresses excitement about Iris and her involvement as a curator, emphasizing the need for such a platform and Schaller's generous approach to sharing knowledge within the photographic community. Show Notes: www.theparischongshow.com/episodes/alan-schaller-from-a-crush-to-photographys-golden-boy-the-birth-of-irys Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:11) Alan Schaller (00:06:06) A Funny Meeting (00:07:16) Irys Photo App (00:11:32) Lockdown Experience (00:14:30) Irys, but for real this time (00:19:33) Book Publishing & PopUp Galleries (00:25:09) When is the launch of Irys? (00:27:24) Traveling Life (00:29:16) Featured Print & Sponsors (00:33:18) People are obssessed with Alan (00:37:25) Explaining the Photo (00:39:30) How we met again, but different. (00:46:56) Irys Launch Party (00:48:03) Playing with Chaka Khan (00:50:02) Outro 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com

10/15/2025

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52 min

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