About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of slowing down and observing in photography, inspired by large format techniques.

Most photographers today can shoot 2,000 images before lunch. Large format photographers can spend the same amount of time deciding where to place a tripod. In the latest podcast, we dive into a simple but increasingly rare idea: photography is not about collecting images, it is about learning to see. Inspired by the lessons of large format photography, we discuss why slowing down, carrying less gear, mastering your tools, and spending more time observing can often lead to stronger and more meaningful photographs than any new camera purchase ever will.

People in this episode

Host: Matthias Meyer

Topics covered

• photography
• large format
• observation
• gear
• art
• meaningful images

Keywords

• photography
• large format
• seeing
• gear
• observation
• meaningful photographs

More episodes of Living with the F

• A new LEICA in Berlin · July 4, 2026
• Surrealism · February 7, 2026
• A serial … · January 15, 2026
• LONDONER Method · January 9, 2026
• mindful approach · January 2, 2026
• Urban creativity · December 19, 2025

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Living with the F podcast page.