Depth of Field: Ralph A. Clevenger
Photo by Greg Lawler
Ralph Clevenger teaches courses in nature photography, stock photography, video production, and undersea photography at Brooks Institute. Ralph has traveled throughout the world on assignment. His client list is as long as my arm and include the likes of The Nature Conservancy, the National Park Service, and the National Marine Sanctuary. His publication credits include Audubon, Aqua, Islands, Oceans, Outside, National Geographic magazine, National Geographic Traveler, Popular Photography, National Geographic Books, Smithsonian Books, Sierra Club Books, and many other national and international publications. Ralph’s stock images are represented worldwide by Corbis.
My conversation with him was a real pleasure. Ralph is easy to talk with and knows the business. He has been a round the block and has earned that grey in his beard – of course, I like anyone who has as much grey in their beard as I do. You are going to enjoy this one as much as I did. Ralph is one of the only photographers I know that has an Urban Legend built around one of his images. Check out Ralph’s website HERE.
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Interesting post. I have made a twitter post abot this. Hope others find it as interesting as I did.
I haven't listened to the podcast yet, but let's face it, being a part of an urban legend is pretty darn cool:)
Another fabulous DOF podcast Matt! There were so many interesting points in this interview but the story behind the iceberg is something that I can really use. I don't know how many HR presentations I've seen with that photograph and to me the real story is much more powerful than any other I've heard ascribed to it.
Sir Ralph is The Man. One of the coolest photographers you'll ever meet. And he's got an awesome van too!
DUDE I studied under Ralph at Brooks. Clevenger is the man, with out question. I have yet to meet a more honest, humble, and practical photographer who also has as much fun in life as he does. He gave me hope that being a photographer was not all about performance and duty to craft.
I've learned something new. Shoes are the most important thing in a nature photographers tool chest. Here in Africa, I totally jive with his love of the who-cares-if-they-get-wet type. I've got some chacos and keen and they have stood the test of time over the years. Great interview, Matt. I continue to learn something every time I listen to your podcast.
Fascinating interview. I was so relieved to hear someone finally say it as it is in relation to using a digital SLR for video. Thanks Ralph. And thank you to Matt for another great interview.