The Maximalist

The Maximalist


Latest Episodes

Episode #010 - Sensor Sizes & Stuff
September 30, 2016

Find out this week what Photokina announcements have gotten the Maximalist crew's hearts aflutter. They nerd out on sensors and we learn more about Russell's short-lived love/hate relationship with the the Fuji X-Pro 2 and Joseph does 2-3x better work bec

Episode #009 - iPhones 7 & Stuff
September 15, 2016

This week on the Maximalist Podcast, the fellas delve deeper into files of the not-so-mysterious Canon 5D Mark IV, give their photo nerd thoughts on the iPhone 7’s its photography merits, and giggle about using MIDI controllers to make magic in Lightroo

Episode #008 - Seconds & Stuff
September 06, 2016

Wherein our fearless (but lately, absent) hosts tackle the giant incremental improvements to the newly announced Canon 5D Mark IV, and the Nikon 105mm f/1.4E ED. The gang dishes about what they look for in second shooters, where to find opportunities to

Episode #007 - Growing a Photography Business & Stuff
March 24, 2016

This week we learn about some new gear releases at WPPI (spoiler alter: Sigma!!!) and with the wedding season looming a rundown of some great ideas for how to book more weddings. Special Guest: A VAMPIRE!!!

Episode #006 -Workshops & Stuff
February 11, 2016

The boys take a hard hitting look at the new Sony G Master lenses, Sony A6300, and Canon 1D X ii. And if that wasn’t enough they take an even harder hittinger look at some well known photography workshops. If you’ve been wondering about the lack of e

Episode #005 - Travels & Stuff
January 28, 2016

On this week's installment the gang talks about new additions to Fuji's camera line, Nikon’s new flagship FX and DX bodies, a little world travel and all the beautiful [Richard] gear that it entailed. Also included, Duy realizes a dream he’s had sinc

Episode #004 - First Times & Stuff
November 12, 2015

On this week’s installment of the Maximalist the boys wax nostalgic. In the least technical episode to date, you’ll hear some thought provoking commentary on the latest in gear news, and Joseph, Russell, + Duy spilling the beans on their humble beginn

Episode #003 - Workflows & Stuff
October 29, 2015

This week the guys treat their studio audience to some tales of their photographic workflows and lots of software goodies. Along the way, they learn us a thing-or-two on anti-aliasing and make a deep dive into the snack habits of a 90's tween. You won’t

Episode #002 - Yongnuo Speedlights & Stuff
October 15, 2015

This installment of the Maximalist was recorded in front of a live studio audience. Join the “cool kids” as they discuss navigating the murky terrain of off-camera lighting, 90’s tween culture, the rise and fall of Detroit Rock City, run a cost-bene

Episode #001 - Sony's a7RII & Stuff
September 27, 2015

Have you been lying awake at night asking yourself endless questions since Sony released their new “game changing”-mirrorless-megapixel-behemoth? Questions such as: What do three photographers whom I’ve never heard of think about this tiny new razz