Some Stories Need Decades to Tell

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Paris Chong and photographer Mark Edward Harris discuss the importance of historical distance when curating and viewing photography of challenging global events like 9/11 and the pandemic. They explore how allowing these images time to breathe transforms them from painful, raw experiences into meaningful historical artifacts. The conversation also shifts to a lighthearted, serendipitous story about their shared professional connections, including a chance encounter at a Tokyo gallery opening that beautifully highlights the interconnected nature of the photography community. Show Clip from The Paris Chong Show with Mark Edward Harris https://youtu.be/5mvmBs9eHuM https://www.theparischongshow.com 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com #photography #documentary #art

Mark Edward Harris, Documenting The World With Photos and Beautiful Books

Paris Chong welcomes acclaimed travel and documentary photographer Mark Edward Harris to discuss his extensive career and global adventures. With a background rooted in documentary history, Mark shares his journey from starting out with stills for *The Merv Griffin Show* to photographing in over 100 countries across all seven continents. The conversation highlights his acclaimed work, particularly his artistic book *The Way of the Japanese Bath*, and his deep-seated passion for capturing stories that matter, including his experiences documenting the Winter Olympics and the World Cup. The discussion delves deep into Mark’s philosophy as a photographer, emphasizing the importance of investing time in a location to create humanistic photo essays rather than "parachuting in" for quick, superficial shots. Mark reflects on his long-term projects in challenging environments like North Korea and his work with orangutan rescue foundations, underscoring the value of persistence, preparation, and building genuine connections with subjects. He explains how his drive to tell a story through images—whether it’s the cultural nuance of Japanese baths or the stark realities of war—has shaped his identity as a storyteller and visual artist. Beyond the technical side of photography, the episode offers a warm and candid look at Mark’s life and outlook. He shares personal anecdotes about his love for travel, his deep connection to Japan, and his advice for aspiring photographers to be proactive rather than waiting for opportunities to come to them. Paris and Mark discuss the balance of work and personal life, the changing landscape of the industry, and the power of photography to unite and inform. It is a thoughtful conversation that inspires creators to pursue depth in their work and to keep moving forward in their own artistic journeys. Show Notes: www.theparischongshow.com/episodes/mark-edward-harris-documenting-the-world-with-photos-and-beautiful-books Chapters: 00:00 Season Three Kickoff 00:40 Meet Mark Edward Harris 02:00 World Cup Ticket Chaos 03:33 Japanese Bath Book Reveal 04:53 Bathing Rituals Explained 07:18 Publishing and Photo Awards 16:02 North Korea Stories 25:31 Leica Olympics Show 26:29 Tokyo Win and COVID 27:11 Naked Hollywood Project 27:52 Let History Breathe 28:58 Phil Penman - Small World 31:15 Olympics Lessons and Access 37:58 Orangutans Books and Farewell 🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/ 📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com

1. juli 202650 min

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