The Grid: Photography Podcast(Audio-Only)

It’s a Lightroom Day episode of The Grid, with Scott Kelby flying solo while Erik Kuna is off at Cape Canaveral tracking down his cameras after the Artemis II launch. Scott kicks things off with a quick look at photos from his recent Vietnam trip, then jumps into a series of Lightroom Classic tips—from fixing white balance and masking skin tones to reducing hotspots, cutting haze, straightening buildings, and more. There’s also a lively Q&A covering noise reduction, catalog size, and cloud vs. local storage, plus giveaways and a look at Scott’s new Complete Lightroom Learning System. Plenty of practical tips you can put to work right away. This Week's Sponsors: <a href="https://www.on1.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ON1</a> | <a href="https://platypod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Platypod</a> | <a href="https://kelbyone.com/">KelbyOne</a>

It’s a packed episode of The Grid, where Scott Kelby and Erik Kuna kick things off with stories and images from their recent Vietnam workshop—including a very close encounter with a train. Erik also shares a sunrise shoot at NASA’s Artemis launchpad before they roll into the launch of the new Platypod Bracket & Bounce system, now live on Kickstarter. Dr. Larry T. joins them to share the details behind this compact, flexible flash setup designed to actually fit in your bag. Then, wedding photography legend Clay Blackmore joins the show to share seven tips on lighting, posing, and shooting from the heart, along with some incredible real-world images and stories. Gear, travel, inspiration, and plenty of great insights throughout. This Week's Sponsors: <a href="https://www.on1.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ON1</a> | <a href="https://platypod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Platypod</a> | <a href="https://kelbyone.com/">KelbyOne</a>

It’s a “Blind Photo Critique” episode of The Grid, where Scott Kelby and Erik Kuna dive into a great batch of viewer-submitted images—from architecture and street photography to wildlife, portraits, aviation, and even a stunning castle shot. Along the way, they share honest feedback on white balance, cropping, post-processing, Photoshop tricks, and building a consistent style. There’s also talk about the recent iPhone Photography Conference, upcoming workshops and travel, plus awesome giveaways. Plenty of practical tips, laughs, and real-world advice throughout. This Week's Sponsors: <a href="https://www.on1.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ON1</a> | <a href="https://platypod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Platypod</a> | <a href="https://kelbyone.com/">KelbyOne</a>

<p data-start="328" data-end="927">It's an iPhone photography episode of The Grid, where Scott Kelby and Erik Kuna ask the big question: has your iPhone replaced your camera bag? Scott shares stunning travel, landscape, and portrait shots captured entirely on recent iPhone Pro models, showing how features like Studio Light, pano stitching, and the impressive 13mm–200mm lens range are changing what’s possible with a phone. Along the way, they talk about where iPhone photography really shines (travel, street, everyday shooting), where it still falls short, a few must-know settings and apps, and why computational photography is leveling the playing field. They also chatted about the upcoming iPhone Photography Conference and gave away some great prizes.</p> This Week's Sponsors: <a href="https://www.on1.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ON1</a> | <a href="https://platypod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Platypod</a> | <a href="https://kelbyone.com/">KelbyOne</a>

<p data-start="328" data-end="927">It’s an “Airing of Grievances” episode of The Grid, with Scott Kelby, Erik Kuna, and special guest John Dukes venting about photography, the industry, and all the little things that drive creatives crazy—from unsolicited critiques and requests for RAW files to “exposure” as payment, gear tribalism, instant “pro” branding, and the myth that better cameras equal better photographers. In between laughs (and a few fast-food frustrations), Scott gives a sneak peek at an unreleased Lightroom cloud feature: natural-language search that lets you find images using detailed phrases—everything from specific clothing and activities to stormtroopers and rows of olive oil—currently available for cloud-stored images only. Add in giveaways (a Platypod grip, books, and On1 NoNoise), a plug for the upcoming iPhone Photography Conference, and plenty of banter, and you’ve got another lively, unscripted episode packed with honest takes and real-world insight.</p> This Week's Sponsors: <a href="https://www.on1.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ON1</a> | <a href="https://platypod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Platypod</a> | <a href="https://kelbyone.com/">KelbyOne</a>

<p data-start="328" data-end="927">It’s a “How Would I Edit Your Photo?” episode of The Grid, where Scott dives into viewer-submitted images and shows exactly how he’d refine them in Lightroom and Photoshop. But first—in a shocking twist—the food “news” isn’t about chicken sandwiches this week. Once that’s out of the way, it’s back to business: cropping for impact, precise masking, taming harsh light, removing distractions, dialing in color, and pushing edits where they matter most. Pixel Pro Kirk Nelson is in-studio to assist (and take over a few edits), while Erik joins remotely with thoughts on composition, creative direction, and when an edit elevates the story—or starts to fight it. Practical, unscripted, and packed with techniques you can use right away.</p> This Week's Sponsors: <a href="https://www.imagen-ai.com/?utm_source=KelbyOne&utm_campaign=TheGrid_Oct22&utm_content=Fastest" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Imagen</a> | <a href="https://bit.ly/313gX2L" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Boris FX</a> | <a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Canon</a> | <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">B&H</a> | <a href="https://platypod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Platypod</a> | <a href="https://kelbyone.com/">KelbyOne</a> | <a href="https://profoto.com/us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Profoto</a> | <a href="https://litra.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Litra</a> | <a href="https://vflatworld.com/?utm_source=organic&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=Kelbyone&utm_content=kelbyonecourses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">V-Flat Grid</a> | <a href="https://retouch4.me" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retouch4me</a>

Is photography getting too polished for its own good? In Episode 679 of <em data-start="238" data-end="248">The Grid</em>, Scott and Erik dive into the rise of intentional imperfection—sparked by a widely discussed article from AI founder Matt Shumer about how fast artificial intelligence is evolving (and what that means for all of us). While the article isn't about photography, the implications hit hard: AI can now edit, restore, generate, and even show signs of “taste.” As flawless, AI-smoothed images risk feeling sterile, more photographers are leaning into grit, grain, nostalgia, and authenticity. They unpack presets vs. learning, Gemini inside Photoshop, AI-powered restoration, and the bigger question—what makes a photo feel real in the first place? This Week's Sponsors: <a href="https://www.imagen-ai.com/?utm_source=KelbyOne&utm_campaign=TheGrid_Oct22&utm_content=Fastest" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Imagen</a> | <a href="https://bit.ly/313gX2L" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Boris FX</a> | <a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Canon</a> | <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">B&H</a> | <a href="https://platypod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Platypod</a> | <a href="https://kelbyone.com/">KelbyOne</a> | <a href="https://profoto.com/us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Profoto</a> | <a href="https://litra.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Litra</a> | <a href="https://vflatworld.com/?utm_source=organic&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=Kelbyone&utm_content=kelbyonecourses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">V-Flat Grid</a> | <a href="https://retouch4.me" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retouch4me</a>

<p data-start="328" data-end="927">It’s Blind Photo Critique Day on <em>The Grid</em>, and no image is safe. Scott and Erik dig into viewer-submitted portraits, landscapes, wildlife, and travel shots—calling out harsh lighting, unclear subjects, wide-angle distortion, and crops that miss by that much. Watch a tough portrait get rescued with smarter highlight control, see subject clarity and blur dissected in real time, and pick up practical Lightroom and Photoshop fixes you can actually use. Honest critiques, real-world corrections, and plenty of “yep… that’s why it’s not working” moments photographers will recognize instantly.</p> This Week's Sponsors: <a href="https://www.imagen-ai.com/?utm_source=KelbyOne&utm_campaign=TheGrid_Oct22&utm_content=Fastest" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Imagen</a> | <a href="https://bit.ly/313gX2L" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Boris FX</a> | <a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Canon</a> | <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">B&H</a> | <a href="https://platypod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Platypod</a> | <a href="https://kelbyone.com/">KelbyOne</a> | <a href="https://profoto.com/us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Profoto</a> | <a href="https://litra.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Litra</a> | <a href="https://vflatworld.com/?utm_source=organic&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=Kelbyone&utm_content=kelbyonecourses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">V-Flat Grid</a> | <a href="https://retouch4.me" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retouch4me</a>

It’s an open Q&A episode of The Grid with Scott Kelby and Erik Kuna, and Episode 677 covers a wide range of real-world photography questions—from Lightroom organization and Photoshop’s latest AI features to iPhone photography, landscape composition, sharpening workflows, and choosing the right amount of RAM for photo editing on a MacBook Air. There’s also a quick birthday shout-out for Erik, some lighthearted banter, and a thoughtful breakdown of what judges look for in a winning landscape photo. Practical tips, honest answers, and plenty of take-it-to-your-next-shoot advice. This Week's Sponsors: <a href="https://www.imagen-ai.com/?utm_source=KelbyOne&utm_campaign=TheGrid_Oct22&utm_content=Fastest" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Imagen</a> | <a href="https://bit.ly/313gX2L" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Boris FX</a> | <a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Canon</a> | <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">B&H</a> | <a href="https://platypod.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Platypod</a> | <a href="https://kelbyone.com/">KelbyOne</a> | <a href="https://profoto.com/us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Profoto</a> | <a href="https://litra.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Litra</a> | <a href="https://vflatworld.com/?utm_source=organic&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=Kelbyone&utm_content=kelbyonecourses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">V-Flat Grid</a> | <a href="https://retouch4.me" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retouch4me</a>