How do you keep telling stories when your own life takes an unexpected turn?
This week on The Camera Café Show, we sit down with Ibarionex Perello, a Photographer, Educator, Writer and host of The Candid Frame—one of the most respected photography podcasts out there. For nearly two decades, he’s helped photographers find their creative voice. But recently, his own world changed forever when he lost his home and studio in the Eaton Fire.
In this deeply personal episode, we talk about:
📸 His journey in photography—from the streets of L.A. to teaching and mentoring.
🎙️ Almost 20 years of The Candid Frame—what he’s learned from interviewing the best in the industry.
🔥 The night of the fire—what happened, what was lost, and how he’s moving forward.
💡 Creativity & resilience—how he’s finding strength and purpose after loss.
💙 How we can support him—because after years of giving to the community, it’s time for us to give back.
This is more than a photography conversation—it’s a story about adapting, rebuilding, and the power of creative passion.
📸 See Ibarionex’s work & ways to support ❤️ :
Website: https://www.ibarionex.net/
GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/perello-familys-journey-to-re-establish-our-life
Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thecandidframe
The Candid Frame: https://www.ibarionex.net/thecandidframe
🎧 Got any questions? Email us
Thanks for listening and look out for our next episode!
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