Today, on Dial and Aperture, Nacho and Morgan discuss the latest photography gear that’s caught their eye this year. This includes lenses, cameras, and even flashes. Will they end up buying any of it? It seems rather likely, but only time will tell. They also catch up on tattoo progress, settling into new routines, and the usual chitchat. They wrap up the show with a couple of great Snapshots, including a handy bit of software and a buy-once, cry-one bit of kit that every watch photographer should own.

Show Notes / Snapshots:

• UltraFire Lume Torch - Amazon
• Narrative - culling software (Matthew Ruderman tutorial)

In this week’s episode of Dial and Aperture, Morgan and Nacho explore the importance of authentic photography in watch marketing and criticize the overuse of digital renders and stock images. They discuss how real images tell better stories and connect more deeply with audiences. Before that, they quickly catch up: Nacho is in Holland, doing some work at Fratello HQ, and Morgan has been keeping busy with work for an upcoming VPC launch. They wrap up the show with Snapshots that include a great YouTube video and a photographer worth following for some Fujifilm medium-format goodness.

Show Notes / Snapshots:

• Samuel Elkins Photography: Instagram / YouTube
• Testing The Best-Selling Cameras From Every Decade - Speeed YT

In this episode, Morgan and Nacho reflect on their experiences posting on Instagram, the impact on their photography, the social aspect of the platform, and the importance of finding a healthy balance in social media use. We start with a move update from Nacho, who is in the final days leading up to it. Morgan continues to live the island life, keeping busy and enjoying the routine. They wrap it up with a couple of great recommendations to watch whenever you find yourself with some time off.

Show Notes / Snapshots:

Morgan and Nacho with David Backham

@Caliberwhatever on IG

• The Gentlemen Season 2 - Netflix
• My Hero Academia - Manga

In this episode, Nacho and Morgan catch up on recent travels, getting back into their fitness routines, and Nacho’s progress on moving to Germany before diving into the Focus Point: Geneva Watch Days. They break down their favorite watch releases from the fair. Nacho also shares what it was like to attend this year and connect with friends and listeners in person. Finally, they close out the show with Snapshots, featuring a fresh TV recommendation and a quick trick to elevate your home coffee setup.

Show Notes / Snapshots:

• Alpina - Startimer Pilot Solarmetre
• Berneron - Mirage Mirroir
• MING - 57.05 Comet Polymesh
• Girard-Perregaux - Laureato Fifty Tourbillon Micro-Rotor 39mm
• Frédérique Constant - Classics Index and Highlife French Foreign Legion and mechanical Moneta
• Laurent Ferrier - Classic Moon "Dusk"
• Doxa - SUB 300 Ti5
• Micromilspec - Fieldmaster
• Ferdinand Berthoud - Chronomètre FB 3 SPC.4-1
• Greubel Forsey - Qualité Musée

Dark Matter - Apple TV
Coffee grinder - Bodum (for example)

In this episode, Morgan and Nacho explore their dream photography trips, discussing destinations, gear, and watches to accompany their adventures. First they catch up on recent events, including some recent incidents involving home renovations and local wildlife. They wrap things up with an analog solution for keeping yourself organized and a perfect souvenir idea.

Show Notes / Snapshots:

• Field Notes notebooks
• Pottery