Photography and Music: Lenses & Lyrics is the premier podcast for creators who live at the intersection of sight and sound. Hosted by Scott Wyden Kivowitz, this show explores how musicianship shapes the photographer’s eye and the technical parallels between these two worlds. Whether you need expert tips on band photography, are transitioning from the orchestra pit to wedding photography, or want to understand how AI photography is changing the creative landscape, we provide actionable insights for your journey. Join us for deep-dive interviews with industry legends like Chloe Ramirez, Sam Hurd, Jason McCutchen and Rick Sammon as we discuss ev...
Latest episodes
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8 min
The Audible and Visual Scenes of Jax's Diary of a Newbown Mother
Forget the soft-focus fantasy of motherhood. This episode rips away the filter, exploring the gritty, cinematic realism behind Jax's new album Diary of a Newborn Mother. Discover t…
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45 min
Creative Roots Run Deep with Leslie Rodriguez
What happens when a band-fronting vocalist and skilled photographer brings her two worlds together? This week, Scott Wyden Kivowitz welcomes photographer and musician Leslie Rodrig…
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39 min
Musical Instincts Behind Unscripted Photography with Fer Juaristi
What happens when a photographer sees the world in beats and syncopation? Dive into a conversation where drums meet the shutter, where every image has an echo and every song paints…
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6 min
Visualizing Sound - The Storytelling Genius of Coheed and Cambria
What happens when the artist lets the monster take the pen? Discover how Coheed and Cambria’s iconic concept album blends rock fury, sci-fi spectacle, and personal heartbreak into…
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4 min
Visual Storytelling Without a Screen - Dream Theater’s Metropolis in Your Mind
Can music turn your mind into a movie theater? This week on Lenses & Lyrics, discover how Dream Theater’s "Metropolis Part 2: Scenes from a Memory" transforms sound into vivid inte…
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8 min
Lenny Kravitz Builds a Consistent World with Music and Photography
What happens when creativity refuses to fit into just one form? This episode explores the powerful thread connecting Lenny Kravitz’s music, photography, and design, all woven from…
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5 min
Singing the Story of Photography
Ever wondered what happens when artificial intelligence composes a song about the history of photography? On this episode of Lenses & Lyrics, we explore the intersection of music,…
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9 min
Exploring AI Music
What if AI could compose the anthem to your life’s creative passions? Today we explore how artificial intelligence might inspire new expressions at the intersection of music and ph…
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4 min
The Analog Mix, Jason Momoa
Ever wondered what happens when the man behind Aquaman swaps his trident for a Leica camera and a bass guitar? Discover the pulse and passion behind Jason Momoa’s creative journey…
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4 min
The Tempo of the Trenches - Jason Kelce’s Symphony of Sport
Are grit and creativity two sides of the same coin? Explore how discipline learned in one passion can spark greatness in another. This episode reveals why rhythm and routine matter…
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33 min
Photography Storytelling: Capturing Memories and Sharing Melodies with Elsa Thomasson
Learn how to capture deep emotional connections through music photography and visual storytelling. In this episode, photographer, singer, and ukulele player Elsa Thomasson joins th…
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37 min
Capturing Rhythm, Emotion and Movement with Chloe Ramirez
What happens when a deep love for music shapes a photographer’s creative process? Explore the intersection of sound and images in an episode that feels part backstage tour, part po…
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31 min
Concert and Band Photography: Grit and Guts with Emily Hartmann
What happens when a love for concerts collides with a passion for capturing moments? Discover how one photographer blurs the lines between fan and documentarian, turning chaotic en…
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5 min
How Musicianship Shapes the Photographer’s Eye
Step inside the world where music and photography intertwine, and every moment hits a unique note. Journey through the emotional journey of photographing proposals from staking out…
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5 min
Music Photography Legend Glen E. Friedman on Punk and Hip Hop
Discover how skate, punk, and hip hop culture got its visual identity through the lens of someone who lived the scene, not just observed it. This episode explores the gritty, genui…
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33 min
Crafting Emotional Stories with Jared Mark Fincher
What happens when a seasoned musician steps behind the camera? Discover how rhythm, connection, and creativity from one art form shape another in this vibrant episode of Lenses & L…
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7 min
AI Photography and Music: How AI is Changing Creative Work
What if anyone with a computer could create lifelike photos or write music - no camera or guitar required? AI is rewriting the creative playbook for both photographers and musician…
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7 min
Crossing Creative Boundaries with Celebrities as Photographers
Who says creativity belongs in a single box? This episode reveals how celebrities from music, sports, and acting swap the spotlight for the shutter, uncovering a world where the pe…
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42 min
Balancing the Beat & Photography with Ash
What happens when your love for music literally shapes the way you frame the world? On this episode of Lenses & Lyrics, meet someone who’s spun tracks, engineered albums, and tells…
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5 min
A Well Orchestrated Musical Performance at a Photo Session
Picture this: you’re capturing a beautiful portraits, and out of nowhere, a full marching band fills the scene with unexpected energy. When photography and music collide, magic hap…