Knowledge & Curiosity in Photography // Walkie Talkie with John Wha // NYC Street Photography Series

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This is my Walkie Talkie series where I spend a couple of hours with another photography & document/record our conversations and time together.
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[@nastynate838]

nice to see a photographer with a camera that’s not a Leica

[@gusatvoschiavon]

The not leica episodes are the best ones

[@noartifacts1983]

I know and then I'm just here with my Fuji x e1 haha

[@dpk1385]

Agreed!

[@SourPlanet]

I swear I see one Leica per 50 cameras around NYC.

[@jiggygreco1136]

Thank god someone said it 😂 .

[@tvariuness]

bruh this guy is SUPER knowledgeable. he went on a GREAT book rant haha.

[@charlesmahon6487]

His love for photography is infectious. And he has such a great attitude.

[@pers4855]

This man knows his photo books

[@dustinroderick]

Dropped some photo knowledge! This episode could have been twice as long!

[@rugososphotos3646]

nice to see that you are also open to digital photographers :)

[@EyeLidRJL]

Best one yet, learned so much that photography is as much about getting off your couch to shoot and getting on your couch to look at books.

[@rtotheizzle]

Bro this guy's the best. The least pretentious and most considerate of others. I hope this guy goes the furthest!

[@tempertramp]

Jaw dropped when he said "since 1979"! 😮

[@yue8599]

Fuji representation finally! 😂❤️

[@Usiris23]

I like how much y’all moved around on this one. Not just stuck on the street, actually went to some different locations. Seems like a good dood. Love the videos Paulie

[@TheCadocas]

Hey Paulie, love these series. Its also really cool to see some digital street photographers doing it

[@mundanemartin]

This guy's knowledge is inspiring. Great conversation and clearly has a deep love for the art.

[@JoseHerrerawl]

Loved it. Glad to see a Fuji X shooter included in your series. Really likes what John did with the 18mm 1.4.

[@jmtphotographymedia]

What I like about this is that John doesn't conform to any standards. He just enjoys photography. I feel that.

[@GABRIEL_CRAFT]

Really appreciate you featuring a digital shooter. I love this series and am rewatching ~ but I was starting to think that many of the street photog community may not accept digital as valuable or real. Would love to see any other digital shooters featured in the future. Also loved all the book recommendations from John and the flash shots. Thank you as always Paulie 🙏✌️

[@pcash929]

Such a cool dude , my favourite episode . Very very genuine person

[@pvolt7]

just binge watching these, I love the optimism of John and all the other photographers in this excellent series

[@theblackmanarmedwithacamera]

LOVED LISTENING TO HIM TALK ON HIS VIEWS OF STREET PHOTOGRAPHY!! DOPE VIDEO!!!!!🤘🏾🤘🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@striko520334]

Love the contrast between John and those photographers by the water. Huge respect for both; but man, John seems to be such a cool dude.

[@theoinstitute3036]

John wha representing. As I get older it’s wonderful to Asian American artists doing their thing and putting in the work on their true selves. Thank you guys for your honesty!

[@paultaylorphotography9499]

John knows his stuff. Some cracking portraits too

[@hendrixg]

Man, all the photo book knowledge. This is the kinda conversation over beers I'd just nerd out about.

[@MJAdams-js7np]

I’ve never looked up so many books while a video was paused.

[@SuccessfullyFailingTV]

It’s WILD that you brought up that old lady. I was literally thinking about not having my legs and how I’d be the one to drive around in a motorized chair, taking photos lol.

[@sommelierofstench]

this dude popped off! gave me some homework to look into. loved his shots with the flash. keep grinding fellas

[@Whatisright]

Just as I was starting to feel some type of way about all these film dudes, here comes a guy with a Fuji. An XT3 at that, you go boy! Not that I have anything against film, I started on film in 2007 in HS.

[@Createdbyvo]

probably thee best episode… john was spittin’ bars and taking some tough photos!

[@theblackmanarmedwithacamera]

THOSE PAULIE B SHOTS ARE SICCCCCKKKKK!!!!🤣🤣🤣

[@mesagoat]

luv ze section when John busts out his photo book knowledge cuz thas' a deep well of historical juju

[@pineear]

"why have rules?" exactly

[@joe_tographer]

He has a beautiful laugh

[@RuffKutz]

33:45. That shot is amazing!

[@stevelawson2841]

That's the one that made me go "Oh!" and rewind it.

[@ghetostyte420]

Been hooked on this series ever since I found it a few days ago. I miss NYC. Being in Cleveland is not the same but listening to these artists talk about what to look for and just being present in your surroundings is inspiring. Thanks for the videos!

[@Kev_Thomson]

can I like, just fly to New York and do one of walks with you? the vibes are immaculate. got me inspired and hyped. love it. you're the best Paulie!!

[@NoGrip]

Eyy look at this. Almost a year later you filmed a thing for him

[@Kev_Thomson]

⁠@@NoGripyooo that is absolutely bonkers you found this comment!! 😅 So true tho! Very full circle & fulfilling moment.

[@jonflan691]

This was such a good video! I definitely picked up some inspiration and tips from John, particularly how he goes through photo books . Thanks to you both 🍻

[@Awayne429]

I knew he was older when I saw the Nike monarchs, great video series.

[@farislazee2832]

love this, best photowalk vid ever

[@TommyGrisselFilms]

the books recommendations go crazy

[@HelloAndyTung]

Thank you for doing these videos and letting us follow the walks, i miss new york. I used to come back home to do these exact same walks when i would come back to chinatown manhattan to see my parents. My dad got hurt, now he and my mom live with me in the DMV area now, and I just miss seeing my childhood city, thank you so much for documenting our home. Too much info, but just wanted to express gratitude man.

[@j2thebee]

Finally a digital photographer! 😂 Kidding, I love this series 👍👍👍👍

[@Timoleon87]

Love this, I use exactly the same technique. Love the low angle candid look. And if you want to be ultra sneaky you can use the touch screen for shooting and don't wven use the shutter button, it just looks like you fiddling with the settings.

[@aprilpaddock8455]

“Leading lines.” OMG, I laughed so hard. 😂

[@inkaststudio]

I enjoyed this episode a lot. John's a cool guy 👍🏾

[@thoughtdujour]

My favorite thus far more n this series. I loved watching and listening to a fellow Asian brother

[@nhogp]

John is right, there are no rules.

[@scottfineshriber5051]

I’d love to see one of these NYC street photographers working the Salt Lake City streets. It’s such a different environment I’d love to see how they adapt. I might learn something valuable.

[@lameaim]

great video as always. appreciate john wha for what he does and for all of the photo book reccos. those portfolio shots are something else

[@bqfilms]

one of my faves thus far! he knows his shit

[@lorenzobbanotito]

Haha the walking, taking photo in SF with all those hills is killer

[@RS-Amsterdam]

Excellent , like this guy, interesting Photographers he mentioned.

[@patrickjclarke]

This was a fun one, and John, even at the ripe old age of 100 (j/k) can still keep up with the teenagers. I loved seeing him use his Fuji in that way for street. I have an old Samsung NX3000 with that kind of tilt-screen, and paired with the 20mm pancake it's very stealthy for street. I still like using the optical RF in my Leica more...looking thru the RF I feel...more engaged in the environment if that makes any sense

[@DanielNovello]

Another great episode! Thanks for introducing us to John «The Professor» Wha.

[@charleslsmith2012]

Paulie, this is one of the best videos in your series. 👌🏽

[@alexmaridashvili]

Thanks for books recommendations 😍

[@chubrubb2098]

I was surprised with him actually engaging for his portraits under the bridge. I like this dudes style he just gets his shot no matter what method.

[@anacristinarodriguez8141]

at 31:21 the lighting is just surreal man, the reflection from the building and the little lights on the wateer

[@Osa713]

So manny gems with the photo book recs.

[@aaronenglish2638]

You got to do it because you love it.

[@Wangan_W]

I like Johns Street Photography style. Learned so much from him in this video.

[@ivanaguero1050]

Great talk! Would love to see his first shots tho😪

[@thefilmdegenerate]

Great episode! I shoot both, but I live in South Texas, population 340k, on the beach, and I’m bored! But not everyone knows this place, so I have to keep pushing, and he reminded me. 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@kennyT73]

Excellent walkie talkie! Your footwear has to be on point if you are going to hang with John Wha.

[@slacker4206]

John Wha is the smartest street photographer on Walkie-Talkie. He shoots digital instead of film.

[@blackentrepreneur244]

I just picked up a used Fuji XT3 for Street/Portraits. It feels good to see someone shooting digital.

[@petemay4373]

Love John’s approach. He also sounds like Ray Romano’s twin brother!

[@big6700]

I have learned so much from this video! Thanks for showing off the photographers 📸

[@johnbullock8885]

Those fountain photos were hilarious. I remember way back before I knew what I was doing with my camera, this homeless lady came up to me and pulled them thangs out. Said “take a picture of these”. I missed the shot of course, but it’s a funny memory to have.

[@eugenegirshtel]

Just found your channel today and was really impressed with all the interviews. Well done.

[@martinfishpool2323]

Thanks for the list of A1 photographers and photobooks - really invaluable. Such an interesting series - binging these

[@casimer]

Loved this. John is sound AF. Some good stuff in here. Liked his strobe use and asking for street portraits

[@eccentricsmithy2746]

Im not a fan of the XT3 but that because of the type of shooting I do, but I think its perfect for street work. Id get one just for that purpose alone.

[@blackentrepreneur244]

It's also great for portraits when it's paired with the right lens

[@jeremydesalle5926]

John is born in '79... is it right ? Very interesting video over a cultured photographer. Nice to introduce a digital street photographer ! thanks Paulie 💥👌

[@sekie1]

Nah earlier than that doggie. Flew to nyc in 79. Trust, I’m old

[@devincutter_]

@@sekie1 out here aging like fossilized pizza

[@sekie1]

@@devincutter_ damn straight

[@Black_Jesus3005]

28:40 do it cuz you love. No one can take that away from you. Words to live by

[@josephhershey]

nice guy. :). very approachable. and he likes having his sleeves rolled up.

[@ApeHouse]

JOHN WHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My G!!!!!!!! When you going to make me famous Paulie? Hahaha

[@matthathaway5015]

What a cool dude!

[@donconrard533]

Happy to see a video featuring a photographer who is using something other than a film Leica.

[@PaulieB]

Like the 8 other walkie talkies that don't feature a film Leica.

[@VladArges]

John is so great person! I really love his work, it's sad he didn't post anything for a while. Thank you for this video man. Really love this episode

[@barbatusimperator]

Solid pick. Recommend that folks pick the P30T over the P30N… the diagonal split prism makes a bigger difference than you might expect.

[@jmtphotographymedia]

Photo of the day was Spiderman. Dope! Great perspective.

[@zeitlin]

The comment about Jamal Shabazz was awesome

[@jesserivchin8163]

This was great thank you

[@scottfineshriber5051]

Wha is an encyclopedia. Makes me realize what a lightweight I am as a photographer. Great vid.

[@DwightBurditt]

Awesome 😎

[@raceface_m2579]

He has sooo many great book recommendations!

[@TheNielsRufChannel]

what a cool dude

[@brettandrewclarke]

Love his perspectives.

[@krjstoffer]

GREAT video!

[@garymorrow9324]

I could watch your walk and talks all day...I need to shoot. Thanks Paulie!

[@YouPhatCow]

Ol mate in the back is having a mad time 🚩

[@ClassBravo11]

wow great knowledge! Im thinking an ep. 2 needs to be done...

[@ricardophotofilms]

Let’s do this!!!!

[@hay_bail1]

I have Fuji x30!! represent! Love that camera.

[@Raffiano]

Bruhh in LA, spiderman chases you down for a dollar if u snap a photo 😂

[@ElCid_86]

XT3 for the win.

[@ferdamusonthebeatz7891]

What a dope walkie talkie! Great job ! So much information

[@knal8748]

Great photographer Great episode!

[@danielfollmer1825]

Loved this episode!! Killing it dude

[@dmitri8117]

You gotta actuslly get the right Adidas Sambas for walking around, the long-tongue ones designed for soccer actually have some major arch support and, at least for me, are super comfortable to walk around in