#207 ENG - Christopher Anderson: redefining what it means to be a photographer
Christopher Anderson (born in Kelowna, raised in Texas, now based in Paris) first gained international recognition in 1999 for his powerful images aboard a sinking boat of Haitian refugees — a body of work that earned him the Robert Capa Gold Medal. Over the next two decades, as a Magnum Photos member, he evolved from conflict and documentary photography to deeply personal explorations of family, color, and emotion. In this conversation, Anderson reflects on how his work has never been a series of shifts but a continuous evolution — from chaos to intimacy, from reportage to reflection. We talk about his acclaimed trilogy on his wife and children, the influence of the Texan light, the illusion of a universal visual language, and why artificial intelligence will only make authentic human vision more valuable. His advice to young photographers is clear: create the work you need to make, and let the career follow. MASTER WORKSHOP!If you want to reconnect with what truly defines you as a photographer, join us from June 2–6 in the French Alps for a week-long creative retreat guided by photographer Awoiska van der Molen. You’ll dive deep into your core essence as an artist, guided through reflection, feedback, and conversation — not to make new work, but to understand the thread running through everything you’ve created so far.Limited to 10 photographers, portfolio review required. Fully hosted, including personal business guidance sessions. Find all info here. Christopher Anderson: christopherandersonphoto.comInsta Christopher: @christopherandersonphotoWe Folk Agency: https://www.wefolk.com/Us By Night: https://www.usbynight.be/
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#206 ENG - After the Amsterdam show: obsession or mediocrity?"
Welcome to De Donkere Kamer, the podcast where photography, stories, and makers come together. Here we explore the power of images—from raw reality to pure wonder. Today, I’ll take you behind the scenes of my recent show in Amsterdam—about the adrenaline, the insights, and above all: the question of whether we, as creators, dare to choose obsession over mediocrity.Do you want to bring more fire and obsession into your photography? On October 7th, National Geographic photographer Paolo Verzone will give an exclusive online masterclass. His obsession? Light—which he calls the sixth sense. He’ll show you how to use light not only technically, but also creatively and mentally to take your work to the next level.👉 Get your ticket here or join Connect for free access to all masterclasses: donkerekamer.com/connect
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#206 NL - Na de show in Amsterdam: obsessie of middelmatigheid?
Welkom bij De Donkere Kamer, de podcast waar fotografie, verhalen en makers samenkomen. Hier onderzoeken we de kracht van beeld, van rauwe realiteit tot pure verwondering. Vandaag neem ik je mee achter de schermen van mijn laatste show in Amsterdam—over adrenaline, inzichten, en vooral: de vraag of we als makers durven kiezen voor obsessie in plaats van middelmatigheid.Wil jij zelf meer vuur en obsessie in je fotografie leggen? Op 7 oktober geeft Paolo Verzone, National Geographic-fotograaf, een exclusieve online masterclass. Zijn obsessie? Licht – volgens hem het zesde zintuig. Hij toont je hoe je licht niet alleen technisch, maar ook creatief en mentaal kan inzetten om je werk naar een hoger niveau te tillen.👉 Koop je ticket hier of word lid van Connect en krijg gratis toegang tot alle masterclasses.
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#205 ENG Marie Sordat: Finding freedom in analog photography and the streets of Brussels
In this episode, French-Belgian photographer, teacher, and curator Marie Sordat shares how she discovered photography almost by accident, why she never traded film for digital, and how Brussels became her endlessly inspiring backdrop. We dive into her love for black-and-white street photography, the importance of festivals as creative fuel, and her sharp yet hopeful view on AI in photography. Marie also talks about her books, her curatorial work, and what it means to stay free as an artist.Join us for this conversation full of raw honesty and creative energy—and don’t forget: on September 30 we’ll be live on stage at Pakhuis de Zwijger in Amsterdam, with guests like Stephan Vanfleteren, Anton Corbijn, and among others Anais Lopez. Get your tickets via donkrawcamera.com/shows and be part of the experience!- website van De Donkere Kamer: www.donkerekamer.com- insta DDK: @dedonkerekamer_be- multi-day workshop with Awoiska van der Molen: https://www.donkerekamer.com/master-workshop- mentorship: donkerekamer.com/mentor- website Marie Sordat: https://www.mariesordat.net/- insta Marie: @mariesordat
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#204 NL Automatiseren om te groeien als fotograaf
In deze aflevering vertelt Kaat over een bijzonder fotografenduo dat families jaar na jaar aan huis portretteert. Hun werk is authentiek, persoonlijk en bestand tegen AI, maar om hun droom te laten groeien moesten ze hun hele praktijk anders inrichten. Van manuele chaos naar geautomatiseerde systemen: zo maakten ze tijd vrij voor wat er écht toe doet – creativiteit, experiment en spel. Kaat laat zien hoe verandering niet alleen ruimte schept voor groei, maar ook de vonk van inspiratie weer kan aanwakkeren.website van De Donkere Kamer: www.donkerekamer.commeerdaagse workshop met Awoiska van der Molen: https://www.donkerekamer.com/workshopmentorship: donkerekamer.com/mentorvul hier de vragenlijst in als je interesse hebt!CONNECT: donkerekamer.com/connect
Welcome to De Donkere Kamer podcast! I'm Kaat Celis and my mission is to support and inspire as many photographers and photo enthusiasts as possible and to make photography a must have in everyone's life. In this podcast I take you into the fascinating world of photography, storytelling & entrepreneurship. And I uncover the stories behind all those images. Whether you are an established photographer or still at the beginning of your career or just crazy about photography? Get inspired and motivated! Come on, I'll take you with me.
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