Enjoyed hearing your personal story. Congratulations on your accomplishments and journey thus far as a photographer. Your encouragement to others is the mark of a professional and a gentleman.
Aloha Tim! Your words of encouragement to your viewers are much appreciated. As an aside, just as Peter Lik has been your inspiration, your work is mine! I've taken many photos over the years, lots in Hawaii where my husband and I took visitors from all over the world to view and swim with dolphins. Photo opportunities galore. Many were quite spectacular, others not so much. As I am now on quest to dive back into photography, I find that I am intrigued by Light and Shadows and how important they are to bring strong elements of depth to an image. That's my challenge...to really understand from an artistic standpoint, how to optimally use light and shadows. Thanks Tim!
Great guy. Very upbeat and unassuming. However, like Jeff Maimon said, there is NO instruction or tutorial about composing a quality shot. He discusses his initial shortcomings as a photographer, and elaborates on his improvement...but there is no instruction at all in this video. I was expecting much more because he seems like such a class guy. EDIT: (10/25/2020) I purchased Tim’s Masterclass Course, yesterday. In it, he provides an exceptional, hour-long presentation on Composition. This guy is an outstanding instructor. Very clear, straight to the point, no fluff, reviews critical information, shows excellent examples. If I only learn one new thing from each of his videos, I will be a far better photographer. The shots I took today were done with his mindset. This guy is the real deal.
Thanks a lot Tim, I am beginner with a lot of passion on photography and after exploring different genres of photography I finally came to know that I would go with Landscape photography and make a career out of it. Thanks for inspiring.
Thanks Tim, the way you talked about seeing Peter Liks images compared to your own is exactly the way I feel about mine. I'm trawling youtube to learn more and videos like yours are great.
Thank you for taking your time to help others achieve there goals. It’s really good to hear I’m not the only person that feels depressed or deflated as you call it. I’m new to this type of art. I was a decorative painter in the Faux world and was good at that, I just need to keep telling myself this will not happen overnight just like the decorative painting took yrs.
Thanks for sharing your experiences Tim and good luck with the awards. I'm certainly in the category you mention about looking for that perfect composition, bring on V2, thank you
Hi Tim, I was in Las Vegas just last Sept an also came across what I now think was was Peter Liks photo gallery, I was in awe pure n simple !! I struggle with the settings on my camera, today I came across the 1hr masterclass but my connection kept buffering, prob due to lockdown here in NZ and overload usage but anyway I'll pick up your tips here on YT thanks so much your pictures are amazing ! Btw my passion is Landscape !
Hi Tim I love to take pictures I take pictures almost everyday at my backyard with birds flowers but in only know how to take with auto I want to be able to take hummingbirdsI more details of the wing but I don’t know how
Love your work. I love landscape photography and one of the things I struggle with is finding locations in a place that doesn't have these grand vistas and snow capped mountains. Not in a position to travel overseas just now so keeping motivated to get out and about within a few hours of home is a bit of a struggle. 😀
I do a variety of subjects with my photography, but the largest percentage is nature photos. I do landscapes, wildlife, and some macro of insects, plants, and any other interesting items I can find. For my landscapes, i have a good eye for composition, but don't always think the places around me hold any interest as a photo. My second issue is for your next video. I don't always remember to check my camera settings, and a lot of times I will look thru the viewfinder and just adjust speed or aperture until the subject looks good to me. I don't have it in my head what the settings should be for certain conditions. If I'm asked what the settings are for a certain photo, I always have to go back and look. I don't have much experience with post processing either. I do a little bit before printing and displaying. I'm proud to say that I have sold some prints at a few shows with the camera club I belong to, but I would truly like to do more, to become better, and to earn more with this hobby I'm so passionate about.
I'm mainly a sports photographer but travel a lot. Especially, now that I'm retired. My problem is that my wife always wants to go go go (sight-seeing) and I only get to shoot targets of opportunity. No planning goes into the shots. I get lucky sometimes but nothing like what you're doing. Just once, I'd like to take a solo trip and plan a bunch of shots in advance.
Congratulations! I have also been struggling with landscape photography for a few years. I guess I would say I’m where you were 10years ago 😂. Great video
Hi sir i've been watching all your videos. It was so amazing sir. Wish I could be a professional photographer like you sir. Currently I am applying as a photojournalist in our school for school publication. Can i have one your camera sir? Hahahahaha. I'm a fan of you sir. And I'm from the philippines.
Hi Tim, I’d like to also learn how to plan ahead, or how to predict great light and what tools apps etc assist. Also how to find out the great locations for photography when planning a trip to places where I’m only there for a day or so. Thanks 😀
Deflated n dejected. With no one to guide me, I keep making the same mistakes about which I don't even know. Wonder when a Tim or a Lik will appear and help me course correct. Tx
I like architecture photography, especially abandoned architecture. The main problem I have is getting good composition. So I use the “Spray and Pray” method which I know is greatly frowned upon in the photography community. But it’s the only at times to get what I want.
I had to laugh. I saw Peter Lik's photos in La Jolla, California and had the exact same thought Tim had. DOubt I could be as good as either of you, but I can try.
Just stumbled across your channel Tim as i have just purchased D850. Looking at your work you will definitely inspire me and I am also interested in Landscapes.i am only in my third year of learning and pushing myself to the limits when possible , so in 10 years I'll see you at the awards 🤣 I wish. Lovely story to the video.
Amazing work on your photos. I shoot strictly in 35mm do you have any tips for shutter speed, also any tips on selling prints would be great. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I want to sell my art. I’ve only scratched the surface in the three areas I need to master. This is why I am looking forward to your class I purchased.
Hi Tim, thank you for sharing your experience, as you said too busy with work too little time, for me photography is a hobby something for the soul, and I mainly struggle with the composition, for your opinion what is the best way to improve composition, what you must consider or what to look for so the photo will be a "wow" not just nice. thank you.
Hello brother..big fan of urs.i use nikon d500 n sigma 18-35mm 1.8 for landscape but my pic never come sharp .plz sugess which lens is good for nikon d500 for landscape.thanks
Tim, your photos are amazing. That said, your “tutorials” don’t feel that instructive to me. You mention that composition is important, but then say very little about how to go about composing a great photo. Did I miss it?
Hi James, the game changer for was using the four-step system. If you start using it, and if you practice, then your photos will improve dramatically. Watch video 3/3 to learn more.
Tim Shields fair enough on the workshop front and appreciate you saying that you would prevent that from happening. However in the video itself there are literally images of tripods in the plants and photographers straddling the lavender! Recent articles have highlighted how frustrated the farmers are with this behaviour. It's all fine to get permission, if you did, from the farmer and ensure that you do not cross the plant area. It's another to be setting up equipment in over the plants and having people standing in them. Can the perfect image not be captured from the paths?
Shame that you’ve let attendees on the workshop trample over the lavender that the farmer has grown and makes a living from. Not setting a good example for your followers who may also follow suit and think that potentially trespassers and damaging property is fine
Hi Darren, I did not host a workshop at the lavender fields, and I did not see anyone damaging property or stepping on the plants. If I had witnessed that, I would have addressed it on the spot. The lavender fields attract tens of thousands of people from around the world which helps financially support the economies of some very small towns, including the farmers.
90% of landscape photography is about being in the right place at the right time. People think someone is a great landscape photographer but all he does is traveling to those well known spots and take the same images as thousands did before. Make sure to have some decent light and you will have a great portfolio by the time. No talent needed. Cant see those standard images any more.
I am sure it is great. but this culture thing ' I am an award winning blah blah', spoils the lesson , we are here to listen to your interesting views on methods, not to be bragged to - very American USA culture . Me first.
I appreciate very much your good spirit of speaking and passing your knowledge to us, i would appreciate your comment about my photos shown at the following links my name is khaled backshish 500px facebook page: the photo shop
Great video. I consider myself as a frustrated artist. I enjoy painting but never seem to say to myself I finally arrived.
I am inspired to level up my photography skills.
Hi tim your photos are so perfect 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Enjoyed hearing your personal story. Congratulations on your accomplishments and journey thus far as a photographer. Your encouragement to others is the mark of a professional and a gentleman.
Thank you so much Glenn!
Thank you for sharing your experience. Very helpful information.
Aloha Tim! Your words of encouragement to your viewers are much appreciated. As an aside, just as Peter Lik has been your inspiration, your work is mine! I've taken many photos over the years, lots in Hawaii where my husband and I took visitors from all over the world to view and swim with dolphins. Photo opportunities galore. Many were quite spectacular, others not so much. As I am now on quest to dive back into photography, I find that I am intrigued by Light and Shadows and how important they are to bring strong elements of depth to an image. That's my challenge...to really understand from an artistic standpoint, how to optimally use light and shadows. Thanks Tim!
Great guy. Very upbeat and unassuming. However, like Jeff Maimon said, there is NO instruction or tutorial about composing a quality shot. He discusses his initial shortcomings as a photographer, and elaborates on his improvement...but there is no instruction at all in this video. I was expecting much more because he seems like such a class guy.
EDIT: (10/25/2020) I purchased Tim’s Masterclass Course, yesterday. In it, he provides an exceptional, hour-long presentation on Composition. This guy is an outstanding instructor. Very clear, straight to the point, no fluff, reviews critical information, shows excellent examples. If I only learn one new thing from each of his videos, I will be a far better photographer. The shots I took today were done with his mindset. This guy is the real deal.
Love landscape
Thanks a lot Tim, I am beginner with a lot of passion on photography and after exploring different genres of photography I finally came to know that I would go with Landscape photography and make a career out of it. Thanks for inspiring.
I can’t wait to watch the rest!
nice to meet you
Thanks Tim, the way you talked about seeing Peter Liks images compared to your own is exactly the way I feel about mine. I'm trawling youtube to learn more and videos like yours are great.
Hey
That’s why I use my smartphone to take pictures it’s easy and I don’t have to worry about camera settings
Thank you for taking your time to help others achieve there goals. It’s really good to hear I’m not the only person that feels depressed or deflated as you call it. I’m new to this type of art. I was a decorative painter in the Faux world and was good at that, I just need to keep telling myself this will not happen overnight just like the decorative painting took yrs.
Greetings, I am just starting your classes. I like taking photos of nature..... in most forms.
Thanks for sharing your experiences Tim and good luck with the awards. I'm certainly in the category you mention about looking for that perfect composition, bring on V2, thank you
Right Tim, interesting video.....
Hi Tim,
I was in Las Vegas just last Sept an also came across what I now think was was Peter Liks photo gallery, I was in awe pure n simple !! I struggle with the settings on my camera, today I came across the 1hr masterclass but my connection kept buffering, prob due to lockdown here in NZ and overload usage but anyway I'll pick up your tips here on YT thanks so much your pictures are amazing !
Btw my passion is Landscape !
Congrats on the nomination. Looking forward to learning from you. New subbie🥰
Hi Tim I love to take pictures I take pictures almost everyday at my backyard with birds flowers but in only know how to take with auto I want to be able to take hummingbirdsI more details of the wing but I don’t know how
Love your work. I love landscape photography and one of the things I struggle with is finding locations in a place that doesn't have these grand vistas and snow capped mountains. Not in a position to travel overseas just now so keeping motivated to get out and about within a few hours of home is a bit of a struggle. 😀
I do a variety of subjects with my photography, but the largest percentage is nature photos. I do landscapes, wildlife, and some macro of insects, plants, and any other interesting items I can find. For my landscapes, i have a good eye for composition, but don't always think the places around me hold any interest as a photo. My second issue is for your next video. I don't always remember to check my camera settings, and a lot of times I will look thru the viewfinder and just adjust speed or aperture until the subject looks good to me. I don't have it in my head what the settings should be for certain conditions. If I'm asked what the settings are for a certain photo, I always have to go back and look. I don't have much experience with post processing either. I do a little bit before printing and displaying. I'm proud to say that I have sold some prints at a few shows with the camera club I belong to, but I would truly like to do more, to become better, and to earn more with this hobby I'm so passionate about.
I'm mainly a sports photographer but travel a lot. Especially, now that I'm retired. My problem is that my wife always wants to go go go (sight-seeing) and I only get to shoot targets of opportunity. No planning goes into the shots. I get lucky sometimes but nothing like what you're doing. Just once, I'd like to take a solo trip and plan a bunch of shots in advance.
Landscapes
Thank you
Congratulations!
I have also been struggling with landscape photography for a few years. I guess I would say I’m where you were 10years ago 😂. Great video
You can do it! Keep moving forward and concentrate on your compositions.
Hi sir i've been watching all your videos. It was so amazing sir. Wish I could be a professional photographer like you sir. Currently I am applying as a photojournalist in our school for school publication. Can i have one your camera sir? Hahahahaha.
I'm a fan of you sir. And I'm from the philippines.
Hi Tim, I’d like to also learn how to plan ahead, or how to predict great light and what tools apps etc assist. Also how to find out the great locations for photography when planning a trip to places where I’m only there for a day or so. Thanks 😀
Thanks for the comment Shane!
Deflated n dejected. With no one to guide me, I keep making the same mistakes about which I don't even know. Wonder when a Tim or a Lik will appear and help me course correct. Tx
I like architecture photography, especially abandoned architecture. The main problem I have is getting good composition. So I use the “Spray and Pray” method which I know is greatly frowned upon in the photography community. But it’s the only at times to get what I want.
I had to laugh. I saw Peter Lik's photos in La Jolla, California and had the exact same thought Tim had. DOubt I could be as good as either of you, but I can try.
Here's the thing with seeing Peter Lik's photos... they will either inspire you or depress you. haha. Hopefully they inspire!
@@TimShieldsPhotography They inspired me. I was in awe. Luckily :)
Dear Tim, I have been trying many times to download your free sample pack of Landscape Presets for Lightroom through your website, but
Just stumbled across your channel Tim as i have just purchased D850. Looking at your work you will definitely inspire me and I am also interested in Landscapes.i am only in my third year of learning and pushing myself to the limits when possible , so in 10 years I'll see you at the awards 🤣 I wish. Lovely story to the video.
haha thanks so much Terry. You are going to love your D850! Keep swinging the bat and you will hit a home run!
Amazing work on your photos. I shoot strictly in 35mm do you have any tips for shutter speed, also any tips on selling prints would be great. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I want to sell my art. I’ve only scratched the surface in the three areas I need to master. This is why I am looking forward to your class I purchased.
Congratulations :)
Thank you very much Pfsif.
Hi Tim, thank you for sharing your experience, as you said too busy with work too little time, for me photography is a hobby something for the soul, and I mainly struggle with the composition, for your opinion what is the best way to improve composition, what you must consider or what to look for so the photo will be a "wow" not just nice. thank you.
Hello brother..big fan of urs.i use nikon d500 n sigma 18-35mm 1.8 for landscape but my pic never come sharp .plz sugess which lens is good for nikon d500 for landscape.thanks
Tim, your photos are amazing. That said, your “tutorials” don’t feel that instructive to me. You mention that composition is important, but then say very little about how to go about composing a great photo. Did I miss it?
How long does it take to be good at this? I been studying and practicing non stop for 3 years but I still suck. Lol
Hi James, the game changer for was using the four-step system. If you start using it, and if you practice, then your photos will improve dramatically. Watch video 3/3 to learn more.
Pretty disappointing to see you allow people to walk all over these farmer's fields to get that image. What happened to leave no sign?
Hi James, I did not host a workshop in the lavender fields. I also did not see anyone walking on the plants. If I did, I would have addressed it.
Tim Shields fair enough on the workshop front and appreciate you saying that you would prevent that from happening. However in the video itself there are literally images of tripods in the plants and photographers straddling the lavender! Recent articles have highlighted how frustrated the farmers are with this behaviour. It's all fine to get permission, if you did, from the farmer and ensure that you do not cross the plant area. It's another to be setting up equipment in over the plants and having people standing in them. Can the perfect image not be captured from the paths?
Shame that you’ve let attendees on the workshop trample over the lavender that the farmer has grown and makes a living from. Not setting a good example for your followers who may also follow suit and think that potentially trespassers and damaging property is fine
Hi Darren, I did not host a workshop at the lavender fields, and I did not see anyone damaging property or stepping on the plants. If I had witnessed that, I would have addressed it on the spot. The lavender fields attract tens of thousands of people from around the world which helps financially support the economies of some very small towns, including the farmers.
Great video! Wish you always cheerful and happy. like + sub 👍👍👍👍👍👍🔔 🔔🔔🔔🔔
90% of landscape photography is about being in the right place at the right time. People think someone is a great landscape photographer but all he does is traveling to those well known spots and take the same images as thousands did before. Make sure to have some decent light and you will have a great portfolio by the time. No talent needed. Cant see those standard images any more.
I am sure it is great. but this culture thing ' I am an award winning blah blah', spoils the lesson , we are here to listen to your interesting views on methods, not to be bragged to - very American USA culture . Me first.
I appreciate very much your good spirit of speaking and passing your knowledge to us, i would appreciate your comment about my photos shown at the following links my name is khaled backshish
500px
facebook page: the photo shop
Rubbish. there is a Fifth category. People who like taking photos, you are wrong in so many ways.