From the dawn of the daguerreotype to the era of mirrorless technology, the imaging landscape has continually evolved, driven by technological advancements that have reshaped how we capture and tell stories. In fact, we could be living through another leap in imaging technology now, driven by AI.   What lies beyond the current viewfinder? What innovations await us in the next chapter of visual storytelling? What impact will they have on the creative process and the consumer...

Weddings, with their whirlwind of emotions and fleeting moments, demand intimacy, trust, and coordination. And who better to navigate these intricacies than a married couple who own and operate a wedding photography business together?  Join host Ilvy Njiokiktjien as she speaks to hybrid shooters Carmen and Ingo Leitner, a husband and wife team who have been together for over 20 years and have been shooting weddings together since 2006.  As well as discussing the advantages and challenges of...

War correspondents experience similar rates of PTSD as combat veterans so in this timely episode, our host Ilvy Njiokiktjien is joined by professor of psychiatry Dr Anthony Feinstein and photojournalist and fellow Canon Ambassador Finbarr O’Reilly. Finbarr's experience matched with Anthony's clinical expertise allow us to explore the experience of those tasked with the visual documentation of conflict zones and humanitarian crises.  Anthony and Finbarr’s coping mechanisms to help navigate...

Join host Ilvy Njiokiktjien as she speaks to two creators, Cecilie Harris and Jamie Ferguson, who are challenging the traditions of men’s fashion photography. As well as discussing the ways in which the men’s fashion world is changing and how their work fits into it, Cecilie and Jamie share tips on working with models and which lenses to use for the most naturalistic shots.  Cecilie Harris is the founder and editor of Boys by Girls, a multi-platform publication, where male subjects are...

Join Ilvy at Tate Modern art gallery in London as she discusses the incredible exhibition A World in Common: Contemporary African Photography with Aïda Muluneh, a fellow Canon Ambassador whose work features in the exhibition and Osei Bonsu who curated it.   Both our guests are working to change the perception of Africa through art. They challenge misrepresentation and the perpetuation of stereotypes by creating or curating work that challenges expectations and improved representation within...

Canon is the official imaging supplier of Rugby World Cup France 2023 so in honour of the Women’s & Men’s Rugby World Cup 2023, we will be celebrating the diversity in sports photography in this episode of Shutter Stories.  Our host Ilvy Njiokiktjien is joined by two guests: Isabel Infantes, a seasoned football photographer with a news background who has recently broken into photographing tennis. And Phill Magakoe, a photojournalist, sports photographer and Canon Ambassador with a...

Welcome to the third episode in our short-form podcast series, Shutter Stories Moments.   World Photography Day is a day to celebrate the art of storytelling. In honour of World Photography Day 2023, we have brought together stories and anecdotes from photographers and content creators across different genres about the work they’re most proud of - whether that be a picture they’ve taken, harnessing vulnerability to help others, the career they’ve carved for themselves, or engaging people in a...

The invention of photography in the 19th century had a revolutionary impact on the world in many ways and it continues to shape our understanding of the world today.   In this episode, our host Ilvy Njiokiktjien (Canon Ambassador and professional photographer), is joined by Bence Nanay, professor of Philosophical Psychology at the University of Antwerp to discuss the intersection of history, memory (both personal and collective), culture, representation and photography.   Follow us on...

Welcome to the second episode in our new short form podcast series, Shutter Stories Moments.   This episode features stories and advice from photographers and content creators across genres, about just how they got their start in the industry.    You will hear from:  Corinne Cumming (S04E03, first released May 2023) > listen hereRobert Marc Lehmann (S04E04, first released July 2023) > listen hereRosie Lugg (S04E01, first released March 2023) > listen here Follow us on Twitter:...

Although most people have heard of climate change and the extinction of many species, very few have seen and experienced first-hand how animals, ecosystems and people suffer because of it.   In this episode, our host Ilvy Njiokiktjien (Canon Ambassador and professional photographer), is joined by two incredible guests who travel the globe documenting the changes that occur in oceans and on land, and the impact this has on biodiversity. Photographers and videographers, adventurers, and...

What happens when you take four world-class skaters and let them loose in one of Britain’s most iconic buildings? Canon's latest exciting, trick-driven collaboration with Red Bull: Skate the Museum!  Join Ilvy Njiokiktjien as she meets Caitlin Black, Kiefer Passey and Nick Richards from Cut Media, the production company tasked with capturing this unbelievable project. They talk about what it was like working with the prodigious athletes, shooting in the Natural History Museum in London after...

Welcome to Shutter Stories Moments, a brand new series of short-form podcasts. Each episode we will bring you advice, guidance and anecdotes from our incredible guests. You’ll hear some highlights from our main episodes as well as some never heard before, exclusive content!   Our first Moment features stories about developing a creative style, carving a niche in a crowded industry and settling on working practices that suits you. You will hear from:   ● Rosie Lugg (S04E01, first released...

Saturday 13th May 2023 marks the grand final of the 67th Eurovision Song Contest which is taking place in Liverpool, UK. But what does it take to photograph such an illustrious event? How do you capture the majesty of it all? Canon Ambassador and professional photographer, Ilvy Njiokiktjien speaks to  Corinne Cumming, Head of Photography at Eurovision to find out. Corinne found her place in photography taking pictures at club nights, and iconic music venues in London before shooting drag...

Capturing images of kite-surfing and outdoor adventure sports is a tricky area of  photography at the best of times, but what about after a life-changing accident that leaves you unable to use your arms or legs? Ydwer van der Heide was at the top of his game, taking photos of extreme water  sports when he experienced a life-changing accident that left him using a wheelchair. How did he relearn how to take photos? And how did he adapt his camera to enable him to continue shooting action...

It’s International Women’s Day and the theme for 2023 is ‘embracing equity’, but how does this apply to photography and content creation?   Canon Ambassador and professional photographer, Ilvy Njiokiktjien speaks to the Fashion Director of Vanity Fair, Nicole Chapoteau, as well as content creator, Rosie Lugg, who uses TikTok and Instagram to achieve success in photography, to find out what challenges they’re facing in their industries.Join Ilvy as she discusses representation and equity with...

We're kicking off a new season of Shutter Stories in March 2023 as we talk about photography, filmmaking and content creation. Please join us every month for a new episode on your favourite streaming services or on the Canon Europe YouTube channel. Thanks for listening and keep an eye out on our socials below: Follow us on Twitter: https://canon.sm/pro-twitter Join us on Facebook: https://canon.sm/pro-facebook Engage with us on Instagram: https://canon.sm/pro-instagram Connect with us on...

The Canon EOS R8 has landed! In this special episode, Canon Ambassador and professional photographer, Martin Bissig catches up with part-time surgeon, part-time photographer Alexandra (Sasha) Andreeva after exploring the latest mirrorless, R system series camera, the Canon EOS R8. With its full frame sensor, high speed continuous shooting and advanced autofocus features, Sasha reflects on the challenges she was set on a trip to Paris in this special launch episode. If you’ve ever considered...

Ilvy Njiokiktjien talks with cinematographer Ash Connaughton and visual artist and photographer Dasha Pears about how being neurodivergent factors into their lives as professional creatives. Ash was diagnosed with autism at a young age, while Dasha discovered relatively recently that she has synaesthesia. In this relaxed and intimate conversation, they discuss their careers, including Dasha's work exploring synaesthesia, some of the challenges that neurodivergent people face in the...

Lammas Park is an award-winning film and TV production company founded by Sir Steve McQueen. They've recently collaborated with Canon on two short films by a pair of exciting young directors, who join host Lucy Hedges on the show today.  Jade Ang Jackman and Samona Olanipekun have very different styles, but they've both made terrific, visually-stunning short films. Jade's is about a Suffragette self defence group, while Samona's is about a man wrestling with himself both physically and...

How much do we really understand about the way moving pictures affect us psychologically? And does this science also apply to stills photography? Join Laura El-Tantawy on a mind-expanding journey as she interviews Director of Photography Ian Murray. Ian has been investigating the science of sight for several years now and his findings are both fascinating and surprising. In this episode of Shutter Stories, he delves deep into his research to explore the effects that light has on the human...

The brand new Canon EOS R6 Mark II has arrived! In this special episode, host Martin Bissig gets to grips with the latest incredible addition to the R System line up. First off we discuss the new camera with Canon Europe Product Specialist Mike Burnhill, who gives Martin a lowdown on many of the 80(!) new and upgraded features. In the second half of the episode we welcome adventure photographer Teddy Morellec and videographer Nicolai Deutsch to find out how they got on with the camera. Both...

Photography is often seen as a lone pursuit, but that isn't always the case. In this episode, Laura El-Tantawy meets a pair of photographers who live and work together: Tamara Abdul Hadi and Roï Saade. Tamara is from Iraq and her work is concerned with the historic and contemporary representation of her culture. Roï is a photographer, interdisciplinary artist and designer from Beirut, whose work is interested in the intersectionality between graphic design, photography, and the...

Behind the scenes of any big film set you’ll find a unit stills photographer – a job sometimes likened to being a photojournalist for film. Matt Kennedy has shot stills for an impressive number of films and shows, from Michael Bay's blockbuster Transformers and several Marvel films to the Disney+ Star Wars series Obi-Wan Kenobi and most recently for the Netflix flick Blonde - a biopic about Marilyn Monroe. In this episode of Shutter Stories he tells our host, Canon Ambassador Ilvy...

Is it okay to send your pitch to multiple publications at the same time? Today's episode is a must listen for all photography students! Recorded in Perpignan, France at the 2022 Visa pour l'Image International Festival of Journalism, host Ilvy is joined by industry professionals and Canon Student Development Programme (CSDP) mentors, Thomas Borberg and Dimitri Beck of European publications Politiken and Polka. In this episode they answer burning questions from students as part of this...