Steve McCurry: The Secret to Great Photos

Steve McCurry joins How I See: The Leica Podcast at Leica Headquarters in Wetzlar for a conversation spanning more than five decades of photography, travel and visual storytelling. From his first experiences travelling through India with 200 rolls of Kodachrome to his thoughts on printing, observation and returning to the same places year after year, McCurry reflects on the philosophy that has shaped one of photography's most influential careers. "If you could go back to the first time you picked up a camera, what would you say to yourself?" His answer is simple: "Don't just wait for the peak situation, but just shoot your daily life... You have to practice. Practice makes perfect." In this episode, Steve discusses: • Why Kodachrome was "probably the best film ever made." • The value of photographing everyday life, not just extraordinary moments. • How persistence and years of travel shaped his approach to photography. • Why he believes photography is "a universal language." • The importance of making prints to preserve your photographic legacy. • Learning observation, composition and visual storytelling. • His enduring connection to Myanmar and the places he continues to revisit. Whether you're an aspiring photographer, a Leica enthusiast or a lifelong admirer of Steve McCurry's work, this conversation offers rare insight into the mindset behind some of the world's most iconic photographs. Steve's Instagram:   / stevemccurryofficial   Steve's Website: https://www.stevemccurry.com/ Shoutout:   / eoloperfido   Learn more about Leica: https://leica-camera.com #Leica #SteveMcCurry #Photography #TravelPhotography #DocumentaryPhotography #VisualStorytelling #LeicaPodcast