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In this special episode of the SheClicks Women in Photography Podcast, Angela Nicholson speaks with five exceptional photographers recognised at the Sony World Photography Awards 2026.

Featuring Dafna Talmor, Elle Leontiev, Isadora Romero, María Fernanda García Freire and Vilma Taubo, this episode offers an insight into the stories behind their award-winning images.

Dafna Talmor, winner of the Landscape category, shares how she transforms archived negatives into imagined environments, embracing experimentation and unpredictability in her creative process. Open Photographer of the Year Elle Leontiev recounts the extraordinary experience of capturing her striking portrait of a volcanologist on Mount Yasur, even as her camera failed mid-shoot.

Isadora Romero, winner of the Environment category, explores the relationship between people and forests, blending science, culture and photography to challenge how we perceive nature. María Fernanda García Freire reflects on motherhood, memory and cultural identity through her deeply personal project inspired by her son’s fascination with birds.

Finally, Still Life winner Vilma Taubo discusses her thought-provoking series that reimagines everyday objects as symbols of protest, revealing the quiet but powerful ways images can communicate meaning.

Throughout the episode, Angela also shares questions from the SheClicks community, sparking honest conversations about creativity, confidence, finding your voice and navigating the challenges of a photographic career.

This inspiring episode highlights not only the diversity of contemporary photography but also the passion, resilience and curiosity that drive these award-winning women.

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Dafna Talmor
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Elle Leontiev
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Isadora Romero
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María Fernanda García Freire
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Vilma Taubo
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In this episode of the SheClicks Women in Photography Podcast, Angela Nicholson speaks with adventure photographer and filmmaker Grace Taylorson Smith Pritchard (AKA Grace T.S.P) about building a photography career by following what you genuinely love.

Grace’s route into photography wasn’t straightforward. With a background in law and marine biology, she didn’t begin with a clear plan to work in the creative industry. Instead, it was through travel, scuba diving and documenting her experiences that she picked up a camera and started to explore photography more seriously.

What makes Grace’s story so relatable is that she didn’t try to force a niche. Instead, she photographed the things she already loved, including climbing, mountain biking and outdoor adventure. That authenticity naturally led to opportunities, from editorial features in adventure magazines to commercial photography work with outdoor brands.

In this conversation, Grace shares what it really takes to work as an adventure photographer. From shooting in extreme environments to managing the physical demands of working in the mountains, she explains why skills, preparation and experience are just as important as creativity.

Angela and Grace also discuss the balance between still photography and filmmaking, how personal projects can lead to paid work and why changing camera systems helped her rediscover her creative spark.

This episode is a great listen for anyone looking to build a photography career in a way that feels true to them. Grace’s journey is a reminder that you don’t need a traditional path. Sometimes the best way forward is simply to start by photographing what you love most.

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In this episode of the SheClicks Women in Photography Podcast, Angela Nicholson is joined by wildlife photographer and safari leader Ann Aveyard. Ann’s journey into photography is anything but conventional. After a career as a nurse in the NHS, she discovered photography later in life, initially picking up a camera to document a once-in-a-lifetime safari trip. That experience sparked a passion that would go on to shape her future.

Ann shares how she went from photographing wildlife for enjoyment to running a successful wedding photography business, before ultimately returning to her true love of wildlife photography. She reflects on the turning point during the COVID pandemic that led her to step away from weddings and fully embrace life behind the lens in nature.

Throughout the conversation, Ann talks about the importance of patience, observation and understanding animal behaviour in order to capture meaningful images. She explains why she avoids chasing a single ‘perfect’ shot and instead focuses on being present and open to whatever unfolds in front of her.

Ann also discusses what keeps drawing her back to Kenya and the Masai Mara, describing the ever-changing landscape, incredible wildlife encounters and the magic of sharing those moments with others. As a safari leader, she finds immense joy in helping photographers experience these environments for the first time and develop their own skills and confidence.

This episode is full of insight and inspiration for anyone interested in wildlife photography, travel, or simply reconnecting with nature through their camera.

Takeaways

• Patience is one of the most important skills in wildlife photography
• Understanding animal behaviour helps you anticipate meaningful moments
• Letting go of the perfect shot can lead to more authentic images
• You do not need to travel far to find opportunities to photograph wildlife
• A career in photography doesn't have to follow a traditional path
• Sharing knowledge and experiences can be just as rewarding as creating images

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