We Talk Photo

“Can you give us the cliff notes on you and your photographic life?”

This is a common opening question to establish the guest's background and career trajectory for the audience.

“What's new in your world?”

A casual, open-ended icebreaker used at the start of the conversation to see what the guest has been up to.

“Why don't you tell folks about your new book / Photo Masters / project?”

The hosts frequently give guests a direct opportunity to explain and promote their latest venture.

“What is your favorite concept or story in the book?”

This seeks a more personal insight into a guest's project, moving beyond a simple summary.

“You just got back from [location], right?”

A way to transition the conversation towards the guest's recent work and on-location experiences.

“Can you give us an idea of what your new book is about?”

A direct follow-up when a guest mentions a new publication, asking for a summary of its content.

“Do you find it's easier to teach that in the field than in the classroom?”

This question compares different teaching methodologies and environments, drawing on the guest's expertise.

“How do you explain the importance of creativity to your clients?”

This question probes into the guest's teaching philosophy and how they articulate abstract concepts.

“Can you explain the title of your project?”

A question used to uncover the core philosophy or central idea behind a body of work.

“How many workshops do you do a year?”

This question delves into the business side of being a professional photographer.

“How safe is it traveling to that area these days?”

Asked after discussing a remote location, this provides practical advice for the audience.

“Was a lot of the photography there minimalist?”

A craft-focused question to understand the photographic style best suited for a specific environment.