The Martin Bailey Photography Podcast

The MBP Podcast has been running for FIFTY EPISODES!!! :D Kind of to celebrate, but also to summarise and update old issues when applicable, from this week we'll cover some key tips and techniques from the last 49 episodes to date. Details: https://mbp.ac/50

This week we conclude our travels around Hokkaido, visiting the Shiretoko peninsula and then back to Furano and Biei for the last day. Details: https://mbp.ac/49

This week we continue on our travels around Hokkaido, visiting a number of sites around the 2,267 square kilometer Taisetsuzan National Park. Details: https://mbp.ac/48

After two weeks traveling to Oirase and then on to Hokkaido, this week I'm starting a short series to cover the trip after making the crossing to Hokkaido. Details: https://mbp.ac/47

Join me on a virtual tour of a few days in Oirase, a Japanese National Park with a Mountain Stream of around 14km that draws people from all over the country. Details: https://mbp.ac/46

First announcing the winners of the Rainy Days assignment, today I'll also set the stage for the next assignment, which is on Depicting Culture with a number of real-world examples as usual. Details: https://mbp.ac/45

Today we really do come to the end of the Macro Photography Series for now with solutions for some of the issues we are faced with when shooting at magnifications larger than life-size. Details: https://mbp.ac/44

Today we discuss shooting at magnifications larger than life-size and the difficulties it brings. This will now be part II of a three part series, coming to an end next week when I explain the solution to some of these difficulties. Details: https://mbp.ac/43

This is the first of a two part episode on macro-photography. I'll touch on the basics first explaining some terminology, working distance and then some considerations for keeping your subjects sharp. Details: https://mbp.ac/42

Much of the Nikko area in Tochigi Prefecture, a few hours drive north of Tokyo, is the synergy of Culture and Nature. This week we look more into the cultural side after just one more waterfall and some spring greenery. Details: https://mbp.ac/41

Much of the Nikko area is perched high in the mountains, and is very close to the Japanese people's hearts. Nikko is a synergy of Culture and Nature. Details: https://mbp.ac/40

Following on from episode 38, this week I talk about images of fleeting moments in peoples' lives that really could not be recreated without going to a lot of trouble, and even then probably not possible. Being ready to capture the image is everything! Details: https://mbp.ac/39

Mood, or atmosphere is often an intangible substance that can sometimes be difficult to put into words, and often more difficult to capture on film. I talk about some of the occasions that I think I captured the mood as it was or created it in some way. Details: https://mbp.ac/38

Some photographers stay in doors in inclement weather, but by doing so you're reducing your chances of getting some great shots, that can only be made by shooting in the rain. Details: https://mbp.ac/37

There are still certain physical filters that I use and some that I am now shying away from in favour of Photoshop. Listen on for details, along with some real-world examples. Details: https://mbp.ac/36

The Chichibu Cement Factory opened in 1923 but now lays almost derelict having stopped product around 1993, after 70 years. Now the only noise to be heard is the sound of a large fan or vacuum as they remove the last remaining cement... Details: https://mbp.ac/35

I've got a thing about eyes. I'm sure most of us do. It's been said that the eyes are the windows to the soul. And sharp eyes are the key to good images that draw us in. Details: https://mbp.ac/34

This week's episode is kind of a follow on from last week about tripods, and I'll talk about ways to further reduce vibration to get even crisper, sharper images. Details: https://mbp.ac/33

Keeping your camera stable, particularly in low light, or with long telephoto lenses, is one of the most important things to do to improve the quality of your images. In this episode hear what types of camera supports I use with a few real-world examples. Details: https://mbp.ac/32

Although including similar colours makes for well balanced images, using contrasting colours can make for dramatic and often pleasing images. Details: https://mbp.ac/31