Leica Cameraflipped into Leica Videos6 days agoJonathan Mannion: The Photographer Who Defined Hip-Hop’s Visual EraYouTubeLegendary photographer Jonathan Mannion joins host Jack Devanna on How I See: The Leica Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about photography, hip-hop, creativity and the power of being present. Mannion traces his journey from discovering photography during his final year at Kenyon College to working alongside legendary photographer Richard Avedon and finding his place inside New York City’s rapidly growing hip-hop scene. He recalls carrying his portfolio into clubs, introducing himself to the artists he wanted to photograph, and developing an approach built not simply around taking pictures, but around trust, service and genuine human connection. Across a career spanning hundreds of album covers and portraits of some of music and culture’s most recognizable figures, Mannion has learned that the most powerful photographs come from giving yourself fully to the person and the moment in front of you. In this conversation, Jonathan shares stories from photographing The Notorious B.I.G., DMX and Aaliyah, reflects on the images and relationships that have stayed with him, and explains why the photographer’s greatest tool may ultimately be awareness. CHAPTERS 00:00 – Introduction to Jonathan Mannion & the art of seeing 00:23 – Discovering photography and the early creative spark 04:26 – Apprenticeship under Richard Avedon & learning the craft 08:43 – Falling into hip-hop culture in New York City 13:19 – Hustling into the scene: building access and opportunity 19:59 – DMX, intensity, and capturing raw iconic energy 25:01 – Photographing legends, athletes, and larger-than-life figures 29:50 – Lessons learned from working at the highest level 35:01 – The “jump off the cliff” philosophy of creativity 39:58 – Betting on himself and building a photography career 44:59 – Trust, access, and earning the right to be present 50:01 – The power of slowing down to see more deeply 55:00 – Finding your visual voice and artistic identity 1:05:00 – Where creativity comes from and staying inspired 1:10:00 – Tools, technology, and the simplicity of great photography 1:15:00 – Collaboration, teams, and creating iconic images together 1:19:00 – Advice to his younger self and early career reflections 1:22:13 – Pushing through setbacks and continuing the journey 1:24:53 – Speed Round: quick-fire insights and stories 1:30:34 – Closing reflections on photography, life, and awareness Jonathan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmannion/ Jonathan's Website: https://www.jonathanmannion.com/
Leica Cameraflipped into Leica VideosDaniel Arsham - Artist PortraitYouTubeVisual artist Daniel Arsham reflects on his photographic journey and his enduring connection to Leica. From architecture and sculpture to photography, Arsham moves between artistic genres, space and time. Photography has been part of his life since high school, with the Leica M3 accompanying him throughout his career – both as a tool to document his life and as inspiration for his iconic “future relics”.
Leica Cameraflipped into Leica Videos“One Photograph Cannot Change the World” — Greta Rico on Photography & ActivismYouTubeCan a photograph really change the world? Mexican photographer, visual artist, journalist and educator Greta Rico challenges one of photography's biggest assumptions: that a powerful image alone can create change. In this episode of How I See, Greta joins Louise Goldstone at Leica Camera headquarters in Wetzlar, Germany, for a wide-ranging conversation about documentary photography, feminism, activism and the responsibility that comes with telling other people's stories. Greta discusses her journey into documentary photography and the deeply personal origins of projects including Urban Midwives and Substitute Mother. She speaks about gender violence and femicide in Mexico, reproductive rights, the often-invisible care work performed by women, and why representation matters. The conversation also examines the history of photography itself: the dominance of the male and Western gaze, how visual culture teaches us to see ourselves and others, and why Greta believes women photographers have an opportunity to rewrite women's history through new visual languages. Greta also reflects on ethical documentary practice, restorative justice through art, rediscovering the joy of photography, her relationship with Leica, and her work helping establish an archive of feminist photography in Mexico. 00:00 – Introduction: Can Photography Change the World? 04:21 – Greta Rico’s Journey Into Photography 07:21 – Women, Gender Violence & Documentary Photography in Mexico 17:54 – Representation, Feminism & Rewriting Visual History 28:42 – Care Work, Climate & Women’s Stories 42:22 – Photographing Gender Violence, Healing & Social Change 55:51 – Rediscovering Photography & Greta’s Journey With Leica 59:26 – The Male Gaze, Visual Culture & Rewriting Women’s History 01:04:06 – Quick-Fire Questions & Building a Feminist Photography Archive Greta's work asks an essential question: if photographs alone don't change the world, what can photographers do with them to create meaningful change? Greta's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gretarico/ Greta's Website: https://www.gretarico.com/ Shout out to Carol Espíndola: https://www.instagram.com/espindolacarol/ and Rosa Chillante: https://www.instagram.com/rosa.chillante/
Leica Cameraflipped into Leica VideosLeitz-Park Stories | Leica Cine - Bilder groß erlebenYouTubeWas passiert, wenn fast 100 Jahre Projektionserfahrung auf modernste Smart-Projection-Technologie treffen? In dieser Ausgabe der Leitz-Park Stories spricht Stephan Albrecht (Geschäftsführer der Leica Smart Projection GmbH) über das Heimkino der Zukunft und die Vision hinter den Leica Cine Projektoren. Gemeinsam werfen sie einen Blick auf die lange Tradition von Leica im Projektionsbereich – von der Uleja aus dem Jahr 1926 über die Prado- und Pradovit-Generationen bis hin zum neuen Leica Cine Compact. Dabei geht es um die Verbindung von optischer Präzision und intelligenter Software, das Comeback der Projektion im Wohnzimmer und die Frage, was einen Projektor eigentlich zu einem echten Leica Produkt macht. Ist die moderne Laser-Projektion nur eine flexible Alternative zum Fernseher – oder ein ganz neuer Weg, Filme und Geschichten im Alltag zu erleben? Wir freuen uns auf eure Gedanken in den Kommentaren.
Leica Cameraflipped into Leica Videos0:40Photographing underwater and being surrounded by humpback whales.YouTubeMelissa Field was surprised by humpback whales while doing underwater photography. Listen to the whole story on the newest episode of the Leica Podcast. Out now on YouTube and all major podcast streaming platforms. #Leica #LeicaCamera #🔴📸
Leica Cameraflipped into Leica VideosPhotographing underwater and being surrounded by humpback whales.YouTubeMelissa Field was surprised by humpback whales while doing underwater photography. Listen to the whole story on the newest episode of the Leica Podcast. Out now on YouTube and all major podcast streaming platforms. #Leica #LeicaCamera #🔴📸
