Having taken a couple of forevers to record, this episode includes Leo's musings on some artsy stuff (pointillism and grain anyone?), film industry news and pretending to have a remedy for impuslive film aquisition syndrome.

Leo's musings on environmental impact of film photography, having no community to share digital photography with and goddammit, Kodak, why?!

Leo's musings on what was what in his photographic 2018 - self-reflections abound!

Leo tries to salvage 2018 (photographically speaking) by doing a marathon: 4 days, 4 cameras, 4 films. Oh and Merry Christmas, everybody!

Leo's musings (the longest ones so far!) about his first proper pinhole camera, return to 35mm film after 8 'gap' years and some other stuff. And a rant about having to reseal old cameras.

Leo's musings about printing and why it matters in the online age. Warning: contains classical music.

The Maximalist gang welcomes friend and Photographer Ilana Natasha Ba-rav on the show to talk about the deluge of new mirrorless stuff and hands on experience with Sony’s army of mirrorless, the Fuji X-T3 and Nikon Z7 Guest Ilana Natasha Bar-Av - http://www.ilananatasha.com , Instagram: @IlanaNatasha VOTE for Ilana under "Photographer" HERE for the…

Leo's musings on the safety issues with pyro developers, on making the first zine and on editing black-and-white digital shots after getting used to b&w film.

Leo's musings about 35mm and his struggles with loving that format.

Leo's musings on personal style: what is it? how is it? why is it?

Times are a changin’, and even though that change is mirrorless, Joseph and guest Alex Zyuzikov of red Sphere Studioes reflect on their recent moves to Sony Alpha cameras with co-hosts Russell and Duy, and they all do a little photographic navel gazing with Paul Gargagliano and veteran guest Brian MacStay. Guests Alex Zyuzikov - RedSphereStudios.co…

The guys welcome Bay Area wedding film maven Jesse Garrison of Love Unique Studios to talk about that foreign, far off territory of VIDEO. Ever wonder how/where to hide a mic on a bride to get awesome ceremony audio? How exactly does one get the shot on solo assignment in Dubai while dodging hotel security guards who aren't totally down for your ar…

In an unprecented move, the guys have recorded their second episode in a week (!!!) because of Sony's seismic announcement of the a7III at WPPI. Hang out with Russell, Duy, and Joseph as they pick apart its spec sheet, why this might be a game changer, and figure out what the newcomer can do that Nikan't or Canon't ?. Hosts Russell Edwards - http:/…

In this episode our hosts catch up on a fresh Fuji, recent purchases, and their hopes/dreams for the year in their first remote podcast recording. **Bear with us for the few errant clicks/pops in spots on this episode; we're working out recording gear details, we'll fix it for next time, promise!** Hosts Russell Edwards - http://www.RussLevi.com , …

Get your wallets out. This episode the gang has guest Brian Macstay and together they ruminate over Nikon's D850, Sony's a7riii and even Apple's new iPhone X. Hosts Russell Edwards - http://www.RussLevi.com , Instagram: @russlevi Duy Ho - http://www.duyhophotography.com , Instagram: @DuyHo_ Joseph Tan - http://www.JandALight.com , Instagram: @JandA…

Russell & Duy salivate over Nikon's latest creation while Joseph huddles in the corner, sobbing, but just a little. We discuss the ins and outs of the D850, catch up on our latest acquisitions, and enjoy a nice glass of whisky! Hosts Russell Edwards - http://www.RussLevi.com , Instagram: @russlevi Duy Ho - http://www.duyhophotography.com , Instagra…

The Maximalist guys gather to discuss the latest camera news, Russell's new mirrorless toy, and bring on special guest, Nicole Blumberg, to talk about bringing film in the fold. Hosts Russell Edwards - http://www.RussLevi.com , Instagram: @russlevi Duy Ho - http://www.duyhophotography.com , Instagram: @DuyHo_ Joseph Tan - http://www.JandALight.com …

Join Joseph, Russell, and Duy in your favorite photography gear discussion podcast as they examen the changing paradigm of Canon/Nikon full frame sensor sized dSLRs, travel camera considerations, and traditionally sized flash units. Hosts Russell Edwards - http://www.RussLevi.com Duy Ho - http://www.duyhophotography.com Joseph Tan - http://www.Jand…

After an unplanned hiatus from the internets, the trio of gear junkies are back! Join Russell, Duy, and Joseph as they reconnect and catch up, discussing their latest acquisitions, adventures, and possibly a new trend in photo-walks. Hosts Russell Edwards - http://www.RussLevi.com || @russlevi on Instagram Duy Ho - http://www.duyhophotography.com |…

Find out this week what Photokina announcements have gotten the Maximalist crew's hearts aflutter. They nerd out on sensors and we learn more about Russell's short-lived love/hate relationship with the the Fuji X-Pro 2 and Joseph does 2-3x better work because of his new Canon 5D Mark IV. Hosts Russell Edwards - http://www.RussLevi.com Duy Ho - http…

This week on the Maximalist Podcast, the fellas delve deeper into files of the not-so-mysterious Canon 5D Mark IV, give their photo nerd thoughts on the iPhone 7’s photography merits, and giggle about using MIDI controllers to make magic in Lightroom and more recent acquisitions! Hosts Russell Edwards - http://www.RussLevi.com Duy Ho - http://www.d…

Wherein our fearless (but lately, absent) hosts tackle the giant/continent shifting incremental improvements to the newly announced Canon 5D Mark IV, and we make googly eyes at news of the Nikon 105mm f/1.4E ED. The gang dishes about what they look for in second photographers, where to find opportunities to be a second photographer or assistant, an…

This week we learn about some new gear releases at WPPI (spoiler alter: Sigma!!!) and with the wedding season looming a rundown of some great ideas for how to book more weddings. Special Guest: A VAMPIRE!!! Hosts/Guest(s) Russell Edwards, Joseph Tan, & special guest Alexandrina Owens Throw us a line and/or follow/subscribe to us: feedback to TheMax…

The boys take a hard hitting look at the new Sony G Master lenses, Sony A6300, and Canon 1D X II. And if that wasn’t enough they take an even harder hittinger look at some well known photography workshops. If you’ve been wondering about the lack of exclamation points at “Heck Yeah Photo Camp” or whether the low protein gruel at “Foundation” was any…

On this week's installment the gang talks about new additions to Fuji's camera line, Nikon’s new flagship FX and DX bodies, a little world travel and all the beautiful [Richard] gear that it entailed. Also included, Duy realizes a dream he’s had since last August and the conclusion of Joseph’s Macro lens saga. Gather ‘round for the first Maximalist…

On this week’s installment of the Maximalist the boys wax nostalgic. In the least technical episode to date, you’ll hear some thought provoking commentary on the latest in gear news, and Joseph, Russell, + Duy spilling the beans on their humble beginnings. If you want you want to hear some puns/approaches to breaking into the wedding biz you’ll wan…

This week the guys treat their studio audience to some tales of their photographic workflows and lots of software goodies. Along the way, they learn us a thing-or-two on anti-aliasing and make a deep dive into the snack habits of a 90's tween. You won’t want to miss a minute good of natured jabs and punning out with The Maximalist. Hosts/Guest(s) R…

This installment of the Maximalist was recorded in front of a live studio audience. Join the “cool kids” as they discuss navigating the murky terrain of off-camera lighting, 90’s tween culture, the rise and fall of Detroit Rock City, run a cost-benefit analysis on one-trick ponies, and more!!! Hosts/Guest(s) Russell Edwards, Duy Ho, Joseph Tan / Li…

Have you been lying awake at night asking yourself endless questions since Sony released their new “game changing”-mirrorless-megapixel-behemoth? Questions such as: What do three photographers whom I’ve never heard of think about this tiny new razzle-dazzle photo box? Or why don’t people reference the movie Ghost as frequently anymore? And is white…