As a follow-up to Photography is Dead, Will of the Future is a podcast where Will Malone looks to what’s next in the world of photography and creativity. BUT then I let it get too general and unfocused as like many things in my life. So we are back with the final name of this podcast: Double Negative (a photography podcast by will malone) where I talk about issues revolving around the photography world today and explore this new era of my own photography work. Topics to include: film in the modern day, AI, selling prints, and much much more.
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I just got back from PolaCon in New York City, and boy was it refreshing! It's tough when you don't live in a big city or have a big creative community, because you can get stuck in your head. Going to photography meet-ups and events like PolaCon can really help jumpstart your mind and be inspiring. There are so many people out there doing really cool stuff, and the best way to get connected is to just show up to a space IN REAL LIFE and just hang out with people. I highly recommend it. Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
I recently went on a cross country road trip and shot with only a 28mm lens and an 85mm lens in order to try and push myself to get the most interesting photos I could. In this episode, I talk about leaning on extremes to boost your creativity, but also why it's important to try and avoid shooting the same photos as everyone else. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
The Polaroid Flip is awesome. Polaroid's film formulation is still pretty inconsistent and annoying sometimes. The desert is really hot. National Parks aren't my vibe. Fun episode!Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
The beginning of a project is exciting, but can you keep it going? Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
This is an audio version of this week's Double Negative Dispatch Issue #54. Subscribe to my Substack: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comDouble Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4realInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
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In this episode, I talk about finding interesting subjects for photography EVERYWHERE you are, whether you're in a shopping center parking lot or New York City. Basically, you have to pay attention, be INTERESTED, and embrace REAL LIFE. Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4realSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
The Polaroid Flip is here...and it's great! Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4realSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
So...this new genre of travel content I've been trying to make has not been going well. I'm a photographer, and trying to make travel videos without photography feels unnatural and impossible. Join me in this episode on a journey to eat some Yogi Bear fried chicken as well as an exploration of one of the most depressing roadside attractions I've ever experienced. Oh, and I couldn't help myself and I got some pretty cool photos and Polaroids along the way. Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4realSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
The Polaroid Flip seems like a really great option for someone looking for a solid Polaroid camera that isn't quite as high end as the Polaroid I-2. I ordered one, and I'm excited to put it through its paces, but I wanted to give my first impressions in this bonus podcast episode! Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4realSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.com
A few months ago, I started a silly photo project where I started photographing abandoned shopping carts I'd find in parking lots. But then, I started wandering into the woods and stumbled upon an entirely new world of shopping carts as evidence of a growing homeless problem in my town. It's a complicated issue, but I'm interested to see where else this project takes me. In this episode, I also talk about the 2 different types of photographers, and a my new approach to exploration and travel. Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4realSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
Busy-ness is the ultimate killer of creativity, especially when we're letting life wheel us around instead of being more thoughtful about how we spend our time. Speaking of which, I talk about a photo project I've been noodling on for over a year now, as well as why getting engagement on social media may actually not be a great thing all the time. Get Postcards here: https://willmalone.com/collections/postcards/postcardsSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Thanks for listening!
Photographers are used to the idea of an unstable future, and tariffs on photography gear just got added to the pile. Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4realSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
Being able to travel with minimal equipment as a photographer isn't about simply packing less, it's also a state of mind. It's a way of avoiding anxiety and being honest with our fears that lead us to bring far too much gear whenever we go on a journey. In this episode, I touch on the practicalities of one bag travel, but mostly talk about my philosophy about photography minimalism that ends up yielding better work. GET POSTCARDS: https://willmalone.com/collections/postcards/postcardsSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
I struggle with shooting photos in New York City. Street photography just isn't my thing, and I want to avoid the obviously tourist-y shots. That said, last week, I went to New York City and I feel like I cracked the code for myself on how to get satisfying images while traveling. Wanted to share my thoughts and photos with you! Watch this on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4realGET POSTCARDS HERE: https://willmalone.com/collections/postcards/postcardsSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Thanks for listening!
I rant about the risk aversion that has become acceptable in the creative community. Anytime we veer out of our lane and try something new, we have to lower our expectations with how people react, but that shouldn't keep us from trying new things. Everyone is afraid of the dreaded "low engagement" and it's keeping people from following their curiosity in trying new things with their work. Quit worrying! Creative Risks will always make our work better! GET POSTCARDS: https://willmalone.com/collections/postcards/postcardsSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for listening!
Social media and the current photography landscape does not incentivize experimentation in our work. It's much more comfortable to find a visual style and stick with it so we can have a curated grid that keeps us in a box. In this episode, I talk about the important pillars of experimenting in our photography and how we can go against the grain of what culture tells us, and even provide validation within ourselves instead of seeking it from outside viewers. Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4realBUY POSTCARDS HERE: https://willmalone.com/collections/postcards/postcardsSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Thanks for listening!
This episode is a journey! I talk about removing overthink by shooting instant film, selecting the right camera for a road trip, the new TTArtisans Instax Mini camera announcement, the Sigma BF, and some housekeeping! Also, I added a new segment! GET POSTCARDS HERE: https://willmalone.com/collections/postcards/postcardsSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comWillem Verbeek video: https://youtu.be/PbbKriiEeI4?si=iBxZDa0DA8Yqgya0My Medium Format Instax Mini video: https://youtu.be/AFnKyiY2jocInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Thanks for listening!
I've been digging into postcard history and it's been a really interesting experience. After going on a deep dive of the popularity postcards in the early 1900s it inspired my next big photo project where I document abandoned shopping carts...among other things.BUY MY POSTCARD PACKS HERE: https://willmalone.com/collections/postcardsShopping Cart CRIMES: https://youtu.be/qDqwlBlEfkcBATHROOM PHOTOGRAPHY: https://youtu.be/-V0JXZO2VFYSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Thanks for listening!
If you only watch or pay attention to the biggest photographers, you'll be caught in an idea cycle where you are only limited to a few options. Study history, get off your phone, and dig deeper to find better ideas. Also, I rant about the current state of "family portraits". BATHROOM PHOTOGRAPHY:https://youtu.be/-V0JXZO2VFY Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch:https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website: https://willmalone.comThanks for watching!
I looked through my archive starting in 2009 and OH BOY did I learn a lot about myself. My photography exposed me and what I'm actually looking for. Also, how to find interesting photos ANYWHERE, and what the movie Groundhog Day can teach us about photography.Double Negative Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4realSubscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch:https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/Polaroid Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/Website:https://willmalone.com
Instagram has outstayed its welcome as a priority for photo sharing in 2025 when there are so many better places we could share our work and give our energy to. Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
The End of Film Photography? Maybe. Probably not. Also, I talk about The Brutalist and how saying it was shot on film is ensuring that no one watches it. And no one cares if your photos are shot on film or not either. Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
The Instax Wide Evo marries the Digi Cam craze with Instant Film, a pretty interesting product! Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
I talk about my recent deep dive into David Lynch and the impact he's had on my work and so many others. PLUS some algorithm talk! Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
I had an epiphany about my own photography style recently while waiting to watch the newest episode of Landman. The waiting for the new episode of Landman part isn't relevant, I don't know why I brought that up. Anyway! Hope this podcast is helpful! Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com
Couldn't find anything too insightful on the internet as far as the year in Photography trends, so I made my own list. It's 100% factually correct and totally inarguable. THE END of my Polaroid 365 Project: https://youtu.be/CT4oGGTCmRg Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for watching!
Day 365 of 366 IS HERE. Here's what I learned about myself and the art of Polaroid Photography. Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
Is a 365 Photo Project a good move in 2025? Depending on the phase of your photography journey you're in, it could be a great thing....or not. Watch this on the Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for watching!
Here's how I deal with being burnt out on my surroundings, and how I maintain a regular photography practice without the need to spend a bunch of time and resources on travel. Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for watching!
Burn out and some camera talk. Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for watching!
Stop worrying about titles. Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
The audio version of this week's Double Negative Dispatch! Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com
A big middle finger to photographers whose images Meta is using to TRAIN THEIR AI Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/7bmemc-7k64 Read the article here: https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/features/bruce-gilden-says-ill-be-broke-in-a-year-is-the-era-of-the-pro-photographer-over Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Subscribe to the Double Negative Dispatch: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmalone/ Polaroid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayinstant/ Website: https://willmalone.com
This is the audio version of Issue 22 of the Double Negative Dispatch which can be found here: https://doublenegativedispatch.substack.com Double Negative Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@doublenegative4real Buy my prints: willmalone.com Instagram: instagram.com/willmalone Polaroid Instagram: instagram.com/everydayinstant Thanks for listening!
Maybe G.A.S. is good after all? Link to Apurture video: https://youtu.be/ea3-sMoV5EE?si=_RFD3L2lhgUwyE5Q Follow Will on Instagram: instagram.com/willmalone Will's Polaroid Instagram: instagram.com/roidrage72 Thanks for listening!
Let me talk something out with you Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com
Watch the video version: https://youtu.be/56_vsFf1GdQ Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
Pursuing your work is worth your time. WATCH my Miami video here: https://youtu.be/tlmGOShC44Y?si=ssbKB-a-ZUCRFdid Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
Prepping for a Polaroid 365 and my pursuit of "ambient" photography. WATCH my Atlanta Filmstock video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OH5Wm7lAWWA&t=2s Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com
Sorry for the late episode! Here's a rant (or rave) about my philosophies around my photography Youtube Channel. WATCH the new video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNJesJlxgJ8 Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com
I learned about what's going on with the Cinestill thing in real time. Also, got a lot of fun stuff planned over the next month! SX-70 video: https://youtu.be/5vhHLE54ZSQ?si=93Qsu9XQeVTx73f9 Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
got to hang out with some other photographers this weekend and it was a good time Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE: https://youtu.be/5E6f9ndfN88 Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com Thanks for listening (or watching)!
Episode 13: What makes an image successful? Watch my Polaroid I-2 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxg-hMSJWlw Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com listening!
Episode 12: This episode was a bit more improv-y than normal and I got sucked into possibly buying a new camera...so you know...it's a fun one. NEW VIDEO: "Why I bought a Polaroid I-2" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxg-hMSJWlw Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram My Polaroid Instagram Account willmalone.com
Episode 11: I'm back in the instant film game after being lost in the wilderness. Watch the latest video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dx6O9UN-ZQM Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
Episode 10: There's too much noise to cut through as a photographer, so how do we get people to see our work? Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com Thanks for listening!
Episode 9: I'm going to Filmstock ATL! https://www.keh.com/shop/filmstock-event It's cool to have an event like this happen so close to where I live. Check out the new video "The Key to a GREAT Photography Series": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsT31MKSQGQ&t=10s Double Negative on Youtube Will Malone on Instagram willmalone.com
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