Street Shots Photography Podcast

"Reality is the intuition and the imagination and the quiet voice inside my head that says: isn’t that extraordinary?" -- Duane Michals "In my years of photography I have learned that many things can be sensed, seen, shaped or resolved in a realm of quiet…" -- Paul Caponigro   In this episode, Antonio and Ward delve into the transformative role of silence in photography, illustrating how it bolsters intuition and enables the creation of emotionally powerful images, as seen in iconic works like "Afghan Girl" and "Migrant Mother." They discuss "silent portraits" by photographers such as Bruce Gilden and Richard Avedon, highlighting the deep emotional connections forged in silence. The conversation also addresses the challenges posed by the digital era and social media, contrasting the reflective nature of traditional photography with the rapid consumption of images today. Concluding with personal reflections, they emphasize the importance of incorporating silence into daily life and creative processes, advocat