Photography Matters

Ted A Vieira

A Podcast for Photographers

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217 episodes
Updated February 22

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May 11, 2025
EP 146 – Saul Leiter: The Quiet Poet of Photography
In a city that never sleeps, Saul Leiter found stillness. While mid-century New York pulsed with noise and energy, Leiter captured its quieter truths—moments slipping between raindrops, reflections in fogged windows, lovers in soft morning light. His photographs weren’t loud declarations, but whispered stories full of color, intimacy, and grace. In this episode, we explore … The post EP 146 – Saul Leiter: The Quiet Poet of Photography appeared first on Photography Matters.
May 4, 2025
EP 145 – The Jazz Loft Project – W. Eugene Smith’s Secret World
In the heart of Manhattan’s flower district during the late 1950s and early 60s, a crumbling loft at 821 Sixth Avenue became an unlikely sanctuary for some of the greatest jazz musicians in history. Behind its battered doors, photographer W. Eugene Smith created an extraordinary archive of sound and image — a hidden world where … The post EP 145 – The Jazz Loft Project – W. Eugene Smith’s Secret World appeared first on Photography Matters.
Apr 28, 2025
EP 144 – It’s Not What You Photograph… But Why
Alright, today, we’re setting down the technical manuals, stepping away from the shiny new gadgets, and journeying into something far more important. We’re diving deep into the soul of photography — into that quiet place where passion is born and meaning takes root. Because when all is said and done… it’s not what you photograph … The post EP 144 – It’s Not What You Photograph… But Why appeared first on Photography Matters.
Apr 19, 2025
EP 143 – Photographer = Problem Solver
Man, if you’ve been a photographer for more than a minute, you know that being a good photographer is so much more than things that pertain to your gear or even your knowledge of exposure and other photography stuff. You will always come up against challenges. The higher ability you have in solving problems, the … The post EP 143 – Photographer = Problem Solver appeared first on Photography Matters.
Apr 14, 2025
EP 142 – Rules? …meh Passion? Yes!
In tonights episode I come back and visit one of my common talking points… Passion. Art is not technical. Art is about creating a feeling. Passion. I also share a bit more info about the AI tools I talked about in the last episode. Enjoy The post EP 142 – Rules? …meh Passion? Yes! appeared first on Photography Matters.
Apr 9, 2025
EP 141 – The AI Conversation
Man, I have had a blast this week working with AI, especially in image creation. For those of you who know me, know I haven’t been very supportive of AI up this point, so it might be a little surprising to hear my thoughts on it now. Don’t worry, I’m still the old-school cat. That’s … The post EP 141 – The AI Conversation appeared first on Photography Matters.
Mar 30, 2025
EP 140 – Photography Is Alive
I want to talk about something that is so important, but many photographers haven’t even thought of. Photography is alive. Enjoy The post EP 140 – Photography Is Alive appeared first on Photography Matters.
Mar 24, 2025
Episode 139 – Photography = Meditation
Meditation… man, meditation is one of the things that contributes the most when it comes to just living and navigating life. Do you guys meditate? If not, think about it. It really can make a difference in everything you do. In this episode I’ll talk a little about how, the way that I shoot, I … The post Episode 139 – Photography = Meditation appeared first on Photography Matters.
Mar 16, 2025
Episode 138 – What Inspires You… Besides Photography
Inspiration… man, that is the blood that runs through every part of my life. Recently I’ve connecting with different creative people on Facebook; creatives who’s artwork is incredibly fresh to me. Very inspiring. I’ll share my thoughts. Enjoy The post Episode 138 – What Inspires You… Besides Photography appeared first on Photography Matters.
Mar 10, 2025
Episode 137 – Just Grab Your Camera and Go…
Unless photography is your actual occupation, how you pay the bills, there are often times when your photography might be put on the shelf for a while. Life can get busy and sometimes the photography just takes a back seat to everything else. In this episode I just want to remind everyone to sometimes, man, … The post Episode 137 – Just Grab Your Camera and Go… appeared first on Photography Matters.
Mar 2, 2025
Episode 136 – The People You Meet
The People You Meet – Some of the coolest people I’ve ever met, I’ve met because of photography. That is such a side benefit I never considered when I first got started with photography. That’s a very cool thing that photography gives to us. We have a camera and a legitimate reason to get out … The post Episode 136 – The People You Meet appeared first on Photography Matters.
Feb 23, 2025
Episode 135 – Composition by Feel
Composition by Feel – what does that even mean? You know how some photographs really make you feel something? That’s what I strive for every time I take a shot. That’s how I compose my shots… by feel. That’s what I’ll talk about in this episode. Enjoy The post Episode 135 – Composition by Feel appeared first on Photography Matters.
Feb 19, 2025
Episode 134 – 2025 Goals
Man, it’s 2025! What are your photography goals for this year. I feel that it’s going to be an amazing year. I’ll talk about the importance of setting goals and share some of my own for this year. Enjoy The post Episode 134 – 2025 Goals appeared first on Photography Matters.
Dec 19, 2024
Episode 133 – 2024… Wrap It Up
How has your year been with your photography? 2024 coming to a close. It’s a good time to reflect on the work, the art that we created this year… and give some thought to what’s coming up for us in 2025. I’ll reflect on what this year has meant for my photography. Enjoy The post Episode 133 – 2024… Wrap It Up appeared first on Photography Matters.
Aug 1, 2024
Episode 132 – Film AND Digital
This conversation has been happening ever since digital cameras started to evolve into some pretty incredible machines. But as amazing as digital can be, how does it now compare to shooting film. I’ll share my recent thoughts on this over-talked-about topic. Enjoy. The post Episode 132 – Film AND Digital appeared first on Photography Matters.
Jul 1, 2024
Episode 131 – More 50 vs 35mm and A.I. Part II
Hope your weekend has been great! On tonight’s episode I’ll talk a little bit more about the differences I see between using a 50 or 35mm prime lens. Also want to talk a little bit more about A.I. and some of the ways it might be affecting your photography. Enjoy The post Episode 131 – More 50 vs 35mm and A.I. Part II appeared first on Photography Matters.
Jun 25, 2024
Episode 130 – 50 or 35mm – A.I. and Other Stuff
What is your favorite focal length? I bounce back and forth between 50 and 35. I think I’ll stick with 50mm for a while and I’ll tell you my reasons why. Also A.I. – We are seeing it creep more and more into the photography space. Lot’s to talk about here. Too much to cover … The post Episode 130 – 50 or 35mm – A.I. and Other Stuff appeared first on Photography Matters.
Jun 11, 2024
Episode 129 – Take a Drive, Get Out of Town
Are you stuck? Not feeling inspired these days? Man, we’ve all been there. I’ve been feeling that way a lot over the past year. Most of you are aware that I’ve moved back to the NW. In this episode I’ll talk about how the dramatic change of scenery has really fired up my creative soul. … The post Episode 129 – Take a Drive, Get Out of Town appeared first on Photography Matters.
Jun 3, 2024
Episode 128 – Not In Vegas Anymore
So… a few things have changed since the previous episode (if anyone can remember that). In a spur-of-the-moment decision, I packed up, left Las Vegas and moved back to the Northwest. Man, it’s the best decision I’ve made in a long time. I’ll talk about the move and what preceded it, and how I’m so … The post Episode 128 – Not In Vegas Anymore appeared first on Photography Matters.
Mar 19, 2024
Episode 127 – Shoot From Your Heart
Shoot from your heart. Probably doesn’t need a lot of explanation. I’ll also talk a little about managing the galleries on your website. Enjoy The post Episode 127 – Shoot From Your Heart appeared first on Photography Matters.

Photography Matters

EP 146 – Saul Leiter: The Quiet Poet of Photography

EP 145 – The Jazz Loft Project – W. Eugene Smith’s Secret World

EP 144 – It’s Not What You Photograph… But Why

EP 143 – Photographer = Problem Solver

EP 142 – Rules? …meh Passion? Yes!

EP 141 – The AI Conversation

EP 140 – Photography Is Alive

Episode 139 – Photography = Meditation

Episode 138 – What Inspires You… Besides Photography

Episode 137 – Just Grab Your Camera and Go…

Episode 136 – The People You Meet

Episode 135 – Composition by Feel

Episode 134 – 2025 Goals

Episode 133 – 2024… Wrap It Up

Episode 132 – Film AND Digital

Episode 131 – More 50 vs 35mm and A.I. Part II

Episode 130 – 50 or 35mm – A.I. and Other Stuff

Episode 129 – Take a Drive, Get Out of Town

Episode 128 – Not In Vegas Anymore

Episode 127 – Shoot From Your Heart