Foto 025 - Betina La Plante

In this episode, Michael sits down with photographer Betina La Plante to discuss her instinct-driven approach to portraiture and the significance of connection in her work. Betina shares how she discovered photography, why she avoids overplanning, and how being fully present with her subjects enables her to capture something deeper and more genuine.

They discuss her early inspirations, how her background shaped the way she sees, and why she embraces simplicity—both technically and emotionally—in her images. This is a conversation about listening, navigating a moment intuitively, and trusting the creative process.

🔗 RESOURCES & LINKS

• 🌐 Website: betinalaplante.com

• 📸 Instagram: @betinalaplante

• 🖼️ Foto: @betinalaplante

• 📖 Inspiration: Irving Penn

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Photograph of Andrew Loog Oldham by Betina La Plante

Photograph by Betina La Plante

Photograph of Charles Dance by Betina La Plante

Photograph of Duilio Marzio by Betina La Plante

Photograph of Lily Oakes by Betina La Plante

Photograph of Christopher Lloyd by Betina La Plante

Photograph of Maggie Siff by Betina La Plante

Multiple Polaroid Emulsion Lift by Betina La Plante

Polariod Emulsion Lift by Betina La Plante