Big Photo Hunt: A Photography Podcast

What does it actually take to get better at photography and how do you find a style that's truly your own? In this episode, I sit down with Mariah Adams, a Sacramento-based street photographer and one of the original members of the Big Photo Hunt, who's been making images for nearly a decade. Mariah's path started with her grandmother's camera and grew into a genuine creative obsession, and she's refreshingly honest about how she learned by shooting constantly, experimenting, and never ...

In this episode of the Big Photo Hunt Podcast, host Ken Deckinger sits down with Seattle-based street photographer Tyler Tang to talk about street photography, photo walks and why embracing chaos often leads to more meaningful images. With the Big Photo Hunt’s first-ever photowalk heading to Seattle, Tyler shares practical insights on where to shoot street photography in Seattle, including Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, Capitol Hill, Chinatown and the waterfront. He explains what makes Se...

In this episode of the Big Photo Hunt Podcast, Ken Deckinger sits down with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Garrison Starr to talk about creativity, authenticity and how photographers can find their artistic voice. From growing up in the South and facing rejection to building a career in Los Angeles, Garrison shares raw stories of resilience, faith and the healing power of music. Whether you’re a photographer, musician or any kind of creative, this conversation is filled with i...

Allan Henry has photographed over 600 major sporting events, including the PGA Tour, NBA, and MLB, and even earned Sports Illustrated’s Photo of the Year. Today though, he’s not just behind the camera. He’s also behind the gear as the Co-Founder of Atlas Packs, a high-performance camera backpack brand trusted by professional photographers and adventurers. In this episode, Allan shares how he and his partner’s frustration with traditional camera bags led them to launch Atlas Packs. We talk ab...

Leo Lopez is a photographer and educator based in Spain’s Canary Islands, after spending a year living in Australia and Thailand. His recent evolution—from observing quiet moments through street photography to setting up stylized shoots with models and planned locations—marks a meaningful shift in how he approaches photography. In this episode, Leo and I dive into his creative journey: how his background shaped his style, why teaching photography has made him better at it, and whether mo...

Night photographer Ken Lee specializes in capturing the beauty of abandoned places through long exposure and light painting techniques. His work has been featured in numerous photography publications, including National Geographic Books, Omni Magazine, the Los Angeles Times, and Westways Magazine. He has spent years exploring forgotten locations—from deserted buildings to rusting vehicles—bringing them to life with carefully crafted lighting. With a deep appreciation for history and storytell...

Big Photo Hunt Member Daniela Hurtado, a talented film photographer and coffee shop owner based in Antigua, Guatemala, has found a way to blend her two passions—photography and coffee—into something truly unique. She introduced me to Caffenol, an eco-friendly, affordable, and chemical-free method of developing film using coffee, water, vitamin C, and other simple kitchen ingredients. In this episode, Daniela shares the story of how she discovered this creative process and how she and her part...

Scotland-based photographer Daryll Buchanan is not only a skilled landscape and portrait photographer but also the creator and host of Portrait and a Podcast, where he blends his love for photography and comedy by interviewing popular comedians—capped off with a portrait session. In this episode, Daryll shares the story of how his passion for portraits led him to launch his podcast and offers insights into his unique creative process. We also dive into a lively discussion about the photograph...

In this episode of the Big Photo Hunt Podcast, I’m joined by Amanda Bjorn, founder of Women Photo Tours—a sustainable travel company that organizes photography trips for women artists to destinations like Cuba, Guatemala, Mexico, Italy, and Spain. Amanda’s mission is all about creating safe, inclusive experiences that uplift and empower women through the art of photography. We explore Amanda’s journey, her life in Ibiza, and the growing impact of women photographers in today’s photography sce...

Photographer Clara Abi Nader takes me on a Paris street photography tour. During our photowalk, Clara guided me to hidden corners of the city that I’d have never found on my own. Not only did I capture creative images, but I also sharpened my skills in composition, storytelling, and technique. In this episode, among other topics, Clara and I explore the world of street photography in Paris, reflecting on our photowalk and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Whether you’re passionate...

Big Photo Hunt Member Lola Delabays is a French photographer living the digital nomad lifestyle in Lombok, Indonesia, an island off the coast of Bali. Join us for our honest conversation about what it takes to be a traveling photographer, to earn a living abroad and to power through the ups and downs of the lifestyle. Recently, Lola's started teaching herself how to use AI - or actually teaching herself how easy it is to use AI. We talk about the benefits of Photoshop's new Gener...

Sean Tucker is a photographer, author (The Meaning In the Making), and YouTuber. Known for his thoughtful approach to creativity, Sean’s work inspires photographers to go beyond the technical and embrace the deeper, more personal aspects of their craft. In this episode, Sean shares his remarkable journey—from his early days as a pastor in the Catholic Church to becoming a photographer—and the lessons he’s learned along the way. We dive into topics like Carl Jung’s influence on his work, the p...

Join Cuban-American photographer Alain Gutiérrez as he shares his extraordinary journey from Cuba to photographing global icons like Barack Obama, Pope Francis, and the Rolling Stones. After walking away from his teaching career—and even calling himself a “bad photographer”—Alain transformed self-doubt into a masterclass in resilience and artistic growth. In this episode, Alain reveals the pivotal moments that elevated his photography, how humility became his superpower, and why connecting wi...