Tog-Talk
Photographers in conversation: Essential guidance for new photographers on technique and artistic growth. That’s what ‘Tog Talk’ is all about—bringing photographers together to share insights and elevate their craft.
Tog-Talk is the home of UK professional photographer, Kevin Ahronson (Founder of Hampshire School of Photography). Every two weeks he is joined by one of his ex-students (now turned professional photographer) Kelly Perrin, where they'll dive deep into topics that matter to beginners, from mastering your camera settings to developing your unique style.
On alternating weeks, Kevin will dedicate the episode to answering listener questions, providing personalised advice to help you overcome challenges and grow as a photographer. Whether you’re struggling with exposure, landscape photography, street photography, photographing people, portraits and families, macro photography, flash photography, learning about editing with Photoshop or Lightroom, seeking composition tips, or exploring creative ideas, Tog Talk is your go-to resource for learning and inspiration.
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- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 37 minutes
- Episodes
- 43
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Photography Basics Ep.9 Staying Motivated with your Photography
At some point in your photography, your enthusiasm will sadly decline. It's inevitable. It happens to most photographers, so don't feel guilty.
It has happened to me a number of tim…
Photography Basics Part 8: Which Lens Should You Buy Next?
Episode 8 of the 10-part Photography Basics series and we are asking the question that I am asked all the time...
"Which Lens Should You Buy Next?"
Having got the kit lens that came with …
Photography Basics Pt.7 When your photos come out too dark
Why do some photos come out dark?
This is such a common question among new photographers.
Surely with today's super-clever (and super-expensive) digital cameras, you'd expect the techno…
Creative Table Top Photography with guest Helen Davies
Some of us love to photograph beautiful landscapes, others like to shoot people... maybe in the studio or maybe capture them candidly on the street. Helen Davies does most of her photo…
Photography Basics Pt.6 Taking Sharp Photos
Continuing the 10 part series looking at photography basics... today we focus on focus.
More important than Exposure?
Nailing a sharp focus is arguably more important than getting the exp…
Photography Basics No.5 Camera Shooting Modes
Believe it or not, there are more ways to take a photo than by simply leaving the camera switched to AUTO.
AUTO mode is great for beginners and those who just want to shoot snaps, but if…
Photography Basics Pt.4 What is ISO?
So now we're looking at the third piece of the puzzle, of what is traditionally referred to as the Exposure Triangle.
When you combine the three elements of the Exposure Triangle, they …
Photography Basics Pt.2 An introduction to the Aperture
The Aperture
Continuing our ten-part mini series for new photographers (Photography Basics), this week we are looking at the Aperture.
Whilst most people are familiar with the role of the…
Photography Basics pt.3 Understanding shutter speed
The Shutter
Last episode we looked at the aperture, now it's the turn of the shutter.
From our perspective today, we're going to look at two different types of shutter. One is mechanica…
Photography Basics 1. What is the best camera for me?
Of all the questions I regularly get asked, the one about cameras is usually the most common.
“What camera should I buy”
“What camera would you recommend for someone new to photography”
“W…
What lenses would you pick, if you could only choose three?
Joined again by Tracey Clarkson, we look at a forthcoming 10-week series for brand new photographers.
These are planned to be shorter than normal Tog-Talks (around 10-15 mins) and are …
What if someone asks you to photograph their wedding?
Having shot weddings for the last 12 years, I've kinda lost that sense of terror when I'm asked to shoot another one. But I remember my first wedding: a combined sense of wonder and an…
Why would anyone want to be in my Inner Circle?
Inner Circle; the title alone suggests an exclusive group. An elite, crack-troupe of hand-picked photographers who disciple under my mentorship.
The reality is far more down to earth…
Ten things I wish I'd known before I became a photographer
Not entirely true… when I became a photographer, many of the things covered in this discussion weren’t even invented. But for today’s photographers, I know for certain these are really…
Photography, It's not all about the gear... is it?
Episode 9: Photography, it’s not all about the gear… is it?
I confess, I am a bit of a gear-head.
Over the years I have collected lots of cameras, lenses, filters, accessories and loads…
Meet Wildlife Photographer (who's also our Web Developer) Mathew Williams
Having Matthew Williams on this episode of Tog Talk was a double whammy for me. Not only is he a keen wildlife photographer, but he's also the brains behind the Hampshire School of Pho…
With Fashion & Music Artist Photographer Andy Teo
Andy Teo ( otherwise known to many as Photocillin), is a highly talented photographer specialising in fashion style photography and, more recently, has had a great deal of success worki…
Taking Sharp Photographs
In this week's Tog Talk I address the subject of how to take tack-sharp photos.
One of the most common complaints I hear from new camera owners is that their photos just aren't sharp eno…
Two Really Great Questions...
Tog Talk this week meets with Trish, a young lady from India who I've been mentoring for the last six months. She has a great sense of humour and she absolutely loved watching my react…
What do Professional Photographers Fear?
We sponsored an evening recently with a bunch of photographers who are currently working as professionals, semi-professionals and a few others the were thinking of going pro.
In 2020 we …