Harnessing the Power of Mobile Photography - Ep. 11 - David Ingraham

Photo Country: The Art of Finding Perfect Balance in Street Photography with David Ingraham

In this episode of Photo Country, host Rajeev interviews Los Angeles-based iPhone street photographer, David Ingraham. David shares his photographic journey and his love for the balance between light, timing, and composition in his shots. He talks about his experience with mobile photography, particularly the iPhone, and how he developed his distinctive gritty monochrome style. David discusses the role of social media, specifically Instagram, in his work, and his thoughts on the importance of artistic consistency. The episode also delves into David's concerns about the 'traps' of having a recognizable style and the challenges of evolving as an artist. Ingraham offers advice for aspiring photographers, emphasizing the importance of persistence and love for the craft.

00:00 Introduction and Show Opening

00:33 Guest Introduction: David in Graham

00:56 Interview Begins: Impact of Pandemic on Music Industry

01:50 Personal Impact of Pandemic and Reflections

05:00 Photography Journey: From Hobby to Passion

06:01 Transition to iPhone Photography and Instagram

08:23 Developing a Unique Photography Style

10:17 The Decisive Moment: Capturing Perfect Shots

12:48 Embracing Harsh Shadows in Photography

13:44 Favorite Places to Shoot

14:24 Hitting a Wall with LA

14:59 Exploring New Locations15:06 Evolution of Style

16:07 The Trap of Style

17:25 The Challenge of Evolving as an Artist

19:35 The Influence of Post-Production

21:30 The Transition from Film to Digital

22:20 The Struggle of Mobile Photography Workshops

22:20 Advice for Aspiring Photographers

23:40 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

You can find his work at https://davidingraham.com/ and follow him on Instagram @dayzdandconfuzdIf you like this podcast and would like to say thanks, then buy me a coffee! That's right! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/photocountry