I never realized how much better the photos looked with the reflector - with it, the pictures looked more alive, more interesting and without, it looked dull and lifeless. thanks for the visual lesson, Mike!
It’s nice to see you’re a motorcycle fan. I’ve had many bikes, but at age 70, married, 2 sons, 2 granddaughters I’m done riding. My last bike was a BMW R1150 RT, I put 74k miles on it. I’ve always loved Triumph and BSA, but sadly never had one. Good info shooting with a large light reflector.
Thanks. I'm glad you liked the technique. BTW I have spent the winter building a bike mostly out of a 1981 BMW R100 (bought as an unfinished project) and bits and pieces found in my shed and scrounged up elsewhere. Love it...
Besides the great instruction Mike, I love your choice of music! Funny this video came in today. I Just ordered myself a reflector and was wanting someone with a hands-on explanation.... and VOILA! There you were! You have been my mentor for the past 3 years my friend. Long life and happy trails to you!
I just watched your older motorbike picture video and discovered this one....awesome Mike!! Oh how I love the beautiful variety of countryside in England. I moved from Cheltenham in 1982 to live in Canada and will have to travel some ways to see anything but prairie where you can watch a dog run away for 3 days lol. Great use of a reflector. I'm going to try the same technique and then swap out the reflector and putting a speedlite on the ground with a diffuser and then experiment with different settings to underexpose the sky and capture some of the richness of colours with the clouds/sky.
Really enjoying watching these motorbike days out Mike, it’s making me want to go out and get a bike , looks much more fun than doing it in the car. Brilliant Mike keep em coming👌
Thanks Graham. Glad you like them and I'd certainly say being on a bike is a better way to experience the worl as we explore than being in a car. That said I explored over 34,000 kilometers in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia in an old 1979 VW Passat and it was still awesome. Just enjoy it however... ... MIKE🙏😊
Fantastic video Mike. Glad to see such a classic bike back on the road! The young woman who just got her license was so great also. The tips on shooting bike with the reflector was well done and much appreciated as well. Hope you enjoy the weather and be safe!
much better than the last video with the bike. its not easy to make a bike,car,etc LOOK like more than it is. Many times they just end up looking..well..like snapshots people use to sell their goods online..ie, craigslist,facebook marketplace etc..BUT this turned out way better.
The reflector is brilliant! (Figuratively as well as literally!) it’s like you have unlocked one of the great secrets. Thanks , I always enjoy learning something new from your videos.
Amazing difference with a reflector and what a bike,if you didn’t know how to fire one up you do now! Brilliant contrast at the garage Mike between the old and new, bikes I mean!
Hi Mike, as this video was done over a year ago now, I'm not sure if you'd see comments on your videos in September '23. I just bought a motorcycle and intend taking my camera out and doing some location shots just like this. i really liked the idea of a reflector to experiment with light. i enjoy watching your motorcycle videos with awesome photo ideas. my fathwr once had the very first BSA Gold Flash 650cc bike in Newcastle, NSW Australia, awesome bike in the day. i really love that Triumph Thunderbird you have.....what a classic😊
So thankful for the electrics in bikes now! My goodness I’d forget a step in starting an old girl the beautiful BSA you’ve got - what a ripper of a machine. So typical of motorcyclists too in looking out and after each other. Especially newbies. Very exciting. As for the photography and images, I enjoyed seeing the difference a reflector makes. There’s been a few times when I’ve been out bush, and thought a little bit extra light in somewhere would just help lift something . . . .and of course, I don’t have anything to help. My favourite image was the last one. The light and the context just seemed to suit the old girl. May she keep you going for a good few years yet.
Great video as always Mike, I know the reflector did a great job would a speed light flash work just the same. Totally agree on the minced pies they should be available all year round
wonderful ride out mike and i agree nick caffrey the way you help the new biker well that just you mike all way help cheers from trev in sussex take care mike stay safe and well
Grats on your lovely bike. The video got me thinking. If I 'll ever try such shots placing camera on tripod and using a remote, while holding the reflector, might be more convenient.
Such a simple technique, id have been tempted to bring out the bikes highlights in post production but much simipler with a reflector. Will have to get the old CCM 500 out in the forest and buy a refelector too. Brilliant video.
Go for it! Thing is in PP you can brighten dark areas, but you can't change the qualities of the light - which is why the reflector makes such a big difference. It does both... MIKE 🙏👍😊
Nice I was waiting on a redo of that first motorbike video. Such an improvement, the last shot was my favourite, I like the balance of the motorbike and the cubicle thing
Just found out your channel. Love your calmness and attitude, especially to the kid at the gas station. Also, I never really thought reflector would bring such a big difference to a photo. Now I would definitely bring it for shoot. Thanks. Subscribed!!
That was an interesting 5G phone mast sticking out of your head whilst you was enjoying the mince pie and mug of tea:) The reflector really made a big difference, but the bike Mike, what a beauty especially as it is in original condition. Just lovely:) Sandy
Great images Mike, I think my favourite is the one on the path. Beautiful bike even if you haven’t restored it. When you go to Switzerland next for your workshop why not take some time and visit Freuler’s Race Cafe, Linthal, Switzerland, Freuler is a lover of British motorbikes and has built up quite a collection and used to race sidecar up and down the passes.
Thanks Ivan. Thinking of riding down to Zurich on the Red Legend and making some vids in the area.. Freuler's sound like a good place to visit. ... MIKE🙏😊
Great video! I haven't been doing photography for a while and completely forgot that I own a reflector. I like videos like these because they are good reminders to go brush up on the basics every now and then. Thanks Mike !
Thank you for this really nice video, that will most certainly help me taking better photos of my own bike, and this video had such a happy mood that it surely made this day much better.
All good photos but I like the first image. there's a very nice B31 owned by a neighbour just over my back fence. I'll have to try and get a shot next time he's brings it out. The oldies really sound a treat.
Thanks Bob. It's always interesting to see which image folks prefer because we all have different preferences. Most like the road shot, I like the last shot and you like the forest shot. And the cool thing is we're all 'right'...... MIKE🙏😊
Awesome pics and awesome bike Mike. Using the reflector makes a massive difference I think for me the photo you took up the road you shouldn’t have gone up is my favourite 👍. Ride safe.
I really like the idea of a reflector-- Always thought I needed a 2nd person but you showed with a little ingenuity one can do it by themselves. I really like the bike on the old road the best- My only thought was I might have tried it in portrait mode to show more of the road and trees in the background. Great Video as always
Back in the late 50's i used to love riding as a passenger on my neighbours bike's he had a Sunbeam 650 shaft drive with balloon tires and a 650 B.S.A he was always working on his bikes magic memories
@@MikeBrowne What fascinated me as a kid was no chain on the Sunbeam he would put a sidecar platform on sometimes made of wood like an oblong box if he had to pick up something rode in that to couldn't do it today lol
I like the one taken on the closed road..... Nice leading lines of the road and the environment complements the motorbike. Also the colors complementing each other. Next, it would be nice to see you use the self-timer in your Fuji and put yourself in the picture with the bike. These videos are great Mike, soon the weather there will be warming up for the spring and I'm sure you can take some longer trips with us watching you!
Awesome bike Mike, loved the lead in story. I have a friend with an old Vincent, lives in Arkaroola, you will probably know the place. Now I've seen this I would love to do a photo shoot with it with the gorgeous scenery of Arkaroola as a back drop, wow. Learnt a lot thank you. I think the seaside photo is my favourite...... they were all good.
Thanks Lisa. Glad you enjoyed it and inspired you to do a shoot. Didn't know Arkaroola so Googled it. Great location. I was at Wilpena Pound. My fav's the last one too, interesting most say they prefer the long road shot.. ... MIKE🙏😊
I’m amazed by the quick start of that old lady. It still puzzles me what you’d have to do with the ignition etc 😆 I liked the gravel path shot most. The missing horizon gives it interesting depth. There’s just something exciting with telephoto shots of motorbikes. Can’t really say why but that way images just pop a bit more generally speaking. Was another fun one to look at. Keep it coming 🤙🏻
Brilliant video Mike. Thanks. No idea how you ride that bike but what a beauty and I love the reg number too. Thanks for helping the new biker as well. 👍. Loved the images and the tips. 👍👍👍👍👍 This will be really helpful. Never thought to take a reflector out with us. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
The first of your videos I’ve seen. Just off to my ‘hobby’ of helping out at a Harley builders where I use the bikes to practice my photography. Great video. Subscribed and likely go do the course…
Watched your previous efforts. Vast improvement but did notice with the reflector some bits on the tank had blown highlights. Great tips on composition..👍
I kinda like a blown highlight in such shots minisla. It looks natural because highlights on a chrome tank / headlight etc do blow out to our eyes.. ... MIKE🙏😊
Awesome video. I love shooting bikes and their parts. I use 2 Ad200 flashes in soft boxes. It’s a fun set up in the wind 🤣🤣. Keep up the good work mate.
Thanks Adam. Having chased the reflector across the forest i can imagine the pain when wind catches a softbox. Bet you get great results though. ... MIKE🙏😊
Thanks Brendon. Have fun with it. If you're in the PLD Facebook group maybe post some pics of your results... ... MIKE🙏😊 PLD Group: facebook.com/groups/photolockdown
Some great tips and inspiration here. My husband wants me to photograph his Kawasaki Z900RS. I wouldn't have thought to take a reflector with me, but will definitely do that now, as it really made such a difference 🙂👍
Love the number plate on the BSA GAS 608 I had a BSA Bantam in my early days the I went onto a Triumph 750 Bonny then after smashing up my left ankle and now cant move the ankle as it has been fused so I have to stick to a automatic car.Great seeing the old bike and yes it makes a lot of differance with the reflector. I am hopeing to take up your premium next month as I am going into hospital this week for a operation so will be limited for time before next month. I just hope this op sorts out my stomach problems and I wont have anymore pain everytime I eat.Be lucky - Be safe.
Thanks Bob. My first bike was a BSA Bantam D7 Super - and I too had a T140E 750 Bonneville!! Great minds eh. Hope the op goes well my friend. Fingers crossed for you.. ... MIKE🙏😊
Sorry to have missed you Main. They kept me pretty busy this year so little ntime to wander rounf the exhibitions. Next year I'll see if a time date and place can be aranged for a meet .. ... MIKE🙏😊
Loved this video. And so chuffed to see you used my review! I am planning to go back and review a lot of your Masterclass. Always good to do some revision to cement the knowledge. I get out and about so much more these days because I have more confidence that the effort will yield more successful shots. Cheers Mike. BTW, what do you think about superzoom bridge cameras? I have a Sony Rx10 which is very versatile. Cheers Mike
Thanks for your kind comments and review of Masterclass Robert. Much apprieciated and delighted you have more confidence now too. All cameras have their place and a superzoom bridge is a good idea when you don't want to lug a bag of kit around with you.... MIKE🌟🙏😊
how could you not enjoy this video with that old BSA . i think you got some nice pics mike! i wonder if you have tried the fuji 35mm f1.4 ? it is my day to day lens ,and fairly small.
Thanks Carl. It's a great little bike. No never used one. I generally prefer zooms TBH but have been thinking about getting a wide aperture prime. Thanks for the tip... MIKE 🙏🙂👍
@@MikeBrowne if you can get one on loan im sure you would like it. would like to see more trips with you on that BSA ,im sure its such an enjoyable thing to ride. i swapped to fuji a good few years ago,and just love the 'analogue' interaction when taking pics!
Very enjoyable again Mike. Amongst two of my favourite hobbies in one video 👍. My own bike has 50+ year old design brakes so a fist bump there. A note why cows were reluctant for a petting, cow skin covered hands 😱😁. Thanks again.
I think the bike on the road was the best image, it just looks "right". As a stranger to the area, I'd love to know where the final images at the Have Cafe were taken ? I'm only in Andover, and it looks very interesting down there.
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I never realized how much better the photos looked with the reflector - with it, the pictures looked more alive, more interesting and without, it looked dull and lifeless. thanks for the visual lesson, Mike!
Thanks Kyros. Glad you enjoyed and found it usefull ... MIKE🙏😊
Mike helping the newbie at the pumps made my day.. Respect.
Thanks Mark. Many people have helped me over the years. I think we should always pass the love on ... MIKE🙏😊
So surprising what a reflector does. How it enhances a photo to thoes that I see in motor magazine's. Absolutely brilliant.
Thanks - it sure does..... MIKE🙏😊
it's amazing how the simplest tips make such a big difference
Thank you David, that's great to hear
It’s nice to see you’re a motorcycle fan. I’ve had many bikes, but at age 70, married, 2 sons, 2 granddaughters I’m done riding. My last bike was a BMW R1150 RT, I put 74k miles on it. I’ve always loved Triumph and BSA, but sadly never had one. Good info shooting with a large light reflector.
Thanks. I'm glad you liked the technique. BTW I have spent the winter building a bike mostly out of a 1981 BMW R100 (bought as an unfinished project) and bits and pieces found in my shed and scrounged up elsewhere. Love it...
Love all the 'Mike and the Bike ' tutorials. I will now but a reflector on my shopping list.
Thanks barry ... MIKE🙏😊
That was a super exchange with the new biker. How we learn stuff; kind people like you show us!
Ah thanks Nick. We all have to start our journeys somewhere and many kind folks helped (and still help) me on mine ... MIKE🙏😊
Besides the great instruction Mike, I love your choice of music!
Funny this video came in today. I Just ordered myself a reflector and was wanting someone with a hands-on explanation.... and VOILA! There you were!
You have been my mentor for the past 3 years my friend.
Long life and happy trails to you!
Thanks Bob. Synchronicity rocks.. ... MIKE😆🙏😊
Lovely atmosphere and nice motorpics from the oldie.
Jeroen - thank you 🏍️ 🏍️ 🏍️
Thanks Mike
Thank you - I appreciate the support!
By gum Mike! That's one seriously nice machine! And how lovely was it to meet that young lad who'd just passed his test! Bless him!
Thanks Ash. Dificult to see in the vid I know, but the new Biker was a girl..... MIKE🙏😊
@@MikeBrowne Oops! I can't believe I got the poor lass's gender wrong! Oh well, it was still a lovely encounter nevertheless.
Good Job with the newbie, you have the ease around young folk of a teacher!
Thanks Big Red. Young folks are just old folks who haven't got old yet... ... MIKE🙏😊😆
This was a lovely journey. The reflector saved the day. I see it is so important to have for professional looking photos.
Thanks AV. Light is always king and the reflector certainly save the day..... MIKE🙏😊
@@MikeBrowne You're welcome Mike! :-)
A gem of a bike! Thanks for the photo/bike videos!
Glad you like them!... MIKE🙏😊
Beautiful bike and great results with the reflector.
Thanks Jeg569 ... MIKE🙏😊
Great video Mike. It taught me to get the dust off my reflector and to use it.😊 Good motorbike ride.👌👌
Smashing video, Mike. As usual, very interesting, engaging and informative.
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it Elly... MIKE🙏😊
Cool bike from across the pond. Really liked the way you used the reflector.
Thanks! 👍
I just watched your older motorbike picture video and discovered this one....awesome Mike!! Oh how I love the beautiful variety of countryside in England. I moved from Cheltenham in 1982 to live in Canada and will have to travel some ways to see anything but prairie where you can watch a dog run away for 3 days lol. Great use of a reflector. I'm going to try the same technique and then swap out the reflector and putting a speedlite on the ground with a diffuser and then experiment with different settings to underexpose the sky and capture some of the richness of colours with the clouds/sky.
I hope you get on well with it Mike.... Canada is on my wish list for a workshop!
I really loved the idea of using the reflector
Thanks shreyas ... MIKE🙏😊
What a gent you are, Mike. Fabulous video 👌🏼👌🏼
Thanks Craig ... MIKE🙏😊
Love that second one Mike long lens bike across the track, classic. Nice bike BTW.
Thanks Topsyrm ... MIKE🙏😊
Really enjoying watching these motorbike days out Mike, it’s making me want to go out and get a bike , looks much more fun than doing it in the car. Brilliant Mike keep em coming👌
Thanks Graham. Glad you like them and I'd certainly say being on a bike is a better way to experience the worl as we explore than being in a car. That said I explored over 34,000 kilometers in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia in an old 1979 VW Passat and it was still awesome. Just enjoy it however... ... MIKE🙏😊
Don’t hesitate get some training in riding. Motorcycling for me feeds all my creative ideas.
Thanks
Thank you for your support Chris ... MIKE🙏😊🌟
Great video Mike! I had a few chuckles and loved your energy especially when you spoke about your "honey"!
Thanks louise.. ... MIKE🙏😊😆
Wow, this absolutely made my day! Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it ... ... MIKE🙏😊
Sending good vibes from the states. You rock Mike love the new videos.
Thanks Ear Plug TV ... MIKE🙏😊
Great video. Love the difference with and without the reflector.
Thanks Greg. Light makes and breaks photos. ... MIKE🙏😊
Fantastic video Mike. Glad to see such a classic bike back on the road! The young woman who just got her license was so great also. The tips on shooting bike with the reflector was well done and much appreciated as well. Hope you enjoy the weather and be safe!
Ah thanks Caitlin. Glad you enjoyed it ... MIKE🙏😊
Fantastic, that was such a big eye opener!
Thanks David …MIKE🙏😊
Makes a huge difference the reflector, stunning bike Mike :)
It does indeed LTM. Light makes or breaks a photo. Yep that old Beezer is fab ... MIKE🙏😊
much better than the last video with the bike. its not easy to make a bike,car,etc LOOK like more than it is. Many times they just end up looking..well..like snapshots people use to sell their goods online..ie, craigslist,facebook marketplace etc..BUT this turned out way better.
Thanks mikiesonTV ... MIKE🙏😊
Excellent demo on the reflector effects. To another biker from the 60's, the Vintage BSA certainly added to the interest.
Thanks Dennis, glad you enjoyed it ... MIKE🙏😊
The reflector is brilliant! (Figuratively as well as literally!) it’s like you have unlocked one of the great secrets. Thanks , I always enjoy learning something new from your videos.
Thanks Paul, Glad you like it! Credit for using reflector has to go to Gateth harfod though.. ... MIKE🙏😊
Love this vid. The pier shot is my fave
Thanks Elliot. Mine too ... MIKE🙏😊
You are so positive. I love your videos
Thank you so much FotoFan! ... MIKE🙏😊
Amazing difference with a reflector and what a bike,if you didn’t know how to fire one up you do now! Brilliant contrast at the garage Mike between the old and new, bikes I mean!
It does indeed Laurence. Silly I didn't think of it myself but hey, there you go... ... MIKE🙏😊
She's a beautiful bike, I'd say that long shot on the old closed road is my favorite.
Thanks TimberGeek. Glad you enjoyed it ... MIKE🙏😊
Hi Mike, as this video was done over a year ago now, I'm not sure if you'd see comments on your videos in September '23. I just bought a motorcycle and intend taking my camera out and doing some location shots just like this. i really liked the idea of a reflector to experiment with light. i enjoy watching your motorcycle videos with awesome photo ideas. my fathwr once had the very first BSA Gold Flash 650cc bike in Newcastle, NSW Australia, awesome bike in the day. i really love that Triumph Thunderbird you have.....what a classic😊
We read all the comments - so thank you for yours! I love my Triumph too.. enjoy hyour new adventures!! 😊😊😊
So thankful for the electrics in bikes now! My goodness I’d forget a step in starting an old girl the beautiful BSA you’ve got - what a ripper of a machine. So typical of motorcyclists too in looking out and after each other. Especially newbies. Very exciting. As for the photography and images, I enjoyed seeing the difference a reflector makes. There’s been a few times when I’ve been out bush, and thought a little bit extra light in somewhere would just help lift something . . . .and of course, I don’t have anything to help. My favourite image was the last one. The light and the context just seemed to suit the old girl. May she keep you going for a good few years yet.
Thanks Denise. Last one is my fav too.. ... MIKE🙏😊
Excellent! Who'd have thought a £10 reflector could make such a difference. It really is amazing to see the difference. Lovely bike too.
Thanks Steve. Light makes and breaks pics - Light is king.. ... MIKE🙏😊
Brilliant biking video again. Great shots alsp
Thanks Denis ... MIKE🙏😊
Great video as always Mike, I know the reflector did a great job would a speed light flash work just the same. Totally agree on the minced pies they should be available all year round
Loved this one Mike, well done.
Thank you Andrew - did you see my previous attempts? Let me know if not and I'll try and dig them out...
@@MikeBrowne Always good to see what you are up to Mike. Have eaten in that cafe by the sea, nice spot.
Another great video Mike, loving the bikes👍
Thanks Mac. Glad you like it / them... MIKE🙏😊
@@MikeBrowne Brings back memories of the 70s when I was into bikes😁
wonderful ride out mike and i agree nick caffrey the way you help the new biker well that just you mike all way help cheers from trev in sussex take care mike stay safe and well
Thanks Trev ... MIKE🙏😊
What a great looking vintage bike, love that BSA..!! En great photo's, I'll pack my reflector in my topcase.... ;-)
Thanks Gert - it is a honey of a bike. Have fun w that reflector ... MIKE🙏😊
Love your biker vids. Keep them coming.
Thanks Lester ... MIKE🙏😊
Great idea for shooting my Vespa 300 GTS . Can’t wait for the springtime. Good video Mike, carry on 👍
Thanks - will do ... MIKE🙏😊
Another nice one Mike 📷
Thanks Iain ... MIKE🙏😊
Grats on your lovely bike. The video got me thinking. If I 'll ever try such shots placing camera on tripod and using a remote, while holding the reflector, might be more convenient.
Thanks Jochen. Yes that's a good way of shooting it.. ... MIKE🙏😊
Such a simple technique, id have been tempted to bring out the bikes highlights in post production but much simipler with a reflector. Will have to get the old CCM 500 out in the forest and buy a refelector too. Brilliant video.
Go for it! Thing is in PP you can brighten dark areas, but you can't change the qualities of the light - which is why the reflector makes such a big difference. It does both... MIKE 🙏👍😊
Nice I was waiting on a redo of that first motorbike video. Such an improvement, the last shot was my favourite, I like the balance of the motorbike and the cubicle thing
Thanks Airtime. Ut took a while but got there in the end ... MIKE🙏😊😆
Good video mike, thanks for sharing!🙂
Thanks John ... MIKE🙏😊
Just found out your channel. Love your calmness and attitude, especially to the kid at the gas station. Also, I never really thought reflector would bring such a big difference to a photo. Now I would definitely bring it for shoot. Thanks. Subscribed!!
Great to hear - check out my website for more stuff that I do www.photographycourses.biz/
Awesome video Mate, love the awesome 70-year-old motorcycle. Get after it mate.
Thanks very much - me too 🏍️ 💯
That was an interesting 5G phone mast sticking out of your head whilst you was enjoying the mince pie and mug of tea:) The reflector really made a big difference, but the bike Mike, what a beauty especially as it is in original condition. Just lovely:)
Sandy
It did a bit eh. Yep I love that old bike and big thanks to Gareth Harford for the tips... MIKE🙏😊😆
Great images Mike, I think my favourite is the one on the path. Beautiful bike even if you haven’t restored it. When you go to Switzerland next for your workshop why not take some time and visit Freuler’s Race Cafe, Linthal, Switzerland, Freuler is a lover of British motorbikes and has built up quite a collection and used to race sidecar up and down the passes.
Thanks Ivan. Thinking of riding down to Zurich on the Red Legend and making some vids in the area.. Freuler's sound like a good place to visit. ... MIKE🙏😊
Great video! I haven't been doing photography for a while and completely forgot that I own a reflector. I like videos like these because they are good reminders to go brush up on the basics every now and then.
Thanks Mike !
Thanks Bassem ... MIKE🙏😊
Serious envy on that lovely old BSA.
She is a honey. ... MIKE🙏😊
Thank you for this really nice video, that will most certainly help me taking better photos of my own bike, and this video had such a happy mood that it surely made this day much better.
My pleasure Shovel Rocker. Glad it made you happy mate ... MIKE🙏😊
All good photos but I like the first image.
there's a very nice B31 owned by a neighbour just over my back fence. I'll have to try and get a shot next time he's brings it out.
The oldies really sound a treat.
Thanks Bob. It's always interesting to see which image folks prefer because we all have different preferences. Most like the road shot, I like the last shot and you like the forest shot. And the cool thing is we're all 'right'...... MIKE🙏😊
Great video. I forget that a simple reflector can be so effective.
Thanks R Whynacht ... MIKE🙏😊
Awesome pics and awesome bike Mike. Using the reflector makes a massive difference I think for me the photo you took up the road you shouldn’t have gone up is my favourite 👍. Ride safe.
Thanks Andy - it sure does... ... MIKE🙏😊👍
Excellent video again Mike and I love the B31 😀 A really good tip about the reflector and I was wondering whether you could have used fill-in flash?
Thanks Steve. Fill flash would be a different look because the flash is a smaller light source than the reflector. But yes you can do it. ... MIKE🙏😊
You can also use a med. size led panel. And if you get them in your image very easy to remove in pp.
I really like the idea of a reflector-- Always thought I needed a 2nd person but you showed with a little ingenuity one can do it by themselves. I really like the bike on the old road the best- My only thought was I might have tried it in portrait mode to show more of the road and trees in the background. Great Video as always
Thanks Michael. Interesting idea.. ... MIKE🙏😊
Completely agree
Back in the late 50's i used to love riding as a passenger on my neighbours bike's he had a Sunbeam 650 shaft drive with balloon tires and a 650 B.S.A he was always working on his bikes magic memories
When I bought the BSA, it was a toss up between that and a Sunbeam! Love the look of them. ... MIKE🙏😊
@@MikeBrowne What fascinated me as a kid was no chain on the Sunbeam he would put a sidecar platform on sometimes made of wood like an oblong box if he had to pick up something rode in that to couldn't do it today lol
Really nice sir. Was waiting for your new video in the series after watching the last video. Thank you for sharing. Keep it up 👍
Thank you Dr Nimish ... MIKE🙏😊
I like the one taken on the closed road..... Nice leading lines of the road and the environment complements the motorbike. Also the colors complementing each other. Next, it would be nice to see you use the self-timer in your Fuji and put yourself in the picture with the bike. These videos are great Mike, soon the weather there will be warming up for the spring and I'm sure you can take some longer trips with us watching you!
Ah thanks. Can't wait for spring to arrive. making these vids in a grey British winter has been challenging... ... MIKE🙏😊
Awesome bike Mike, loved the lead in story. I have a friend with an old Vincent, lives in Arkaroola, you will probably know the place. Now I've seen this I would love to do a photo shoot with it with the gorgeous scenery of Arkaroola as a back drop, wow. Learnt a lot thank you. I think the seaside photo is my favourite...... they were all good.
Thanks Lisa. Glad you enjoyed it and inspired you to do a shoot. Didn't know Arkaroola so Googled it. Great location. I was at Wilpena Pound. My fav's the last one too, interesting most say they prefer the long road shot.. ... MIKE🙏😊
I’m amazed by the quick start of that old lady. It still puzzles me what you’d have to do with the ignition etc 😆
I liked the gravel path shot most. The missing horizon gives it interesting depth. There’s just something exciting with telephoto shots of motorbikes. Can’t really say why but that way images just pop a bit more generally speaking.
Was another fun one to look at. Keep it coming 🤙🏻
Thanks Geert. Here's a link that explains the need to advance / retard ignition timing. ... MIKE🙏😊
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ignition_timing
Nice relaxing music.
I'm glad you like it ... MIKE🙏😊
17.6 minutes love the bird growing out of your head LOL , went a brought a reflector on ebay half way through watching this great video
Hey thanks Peter. have fun with it buddy ... MIKE🙏😊😆
Brilliant video Mike. Thanks. No idea how you ride that bike but what a beauty and I love the reg number too. Thanks for helping the new biker as well. 👍. Loved the images and the tips. 👍👍👍👍👍 This will be really helpful. Never thought to take a reflector out with us. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Ah thanks Chris. Glad you enjoyed it ... MIKE🙏😊
Brilliant video as always Mike but now I’m craving a BSA , such a beautiful bike.
Thans paul - understandably so buddy... ... MIKE😆🙏😊
The first of your videos I’ve seen. Just off to my ‘hobby’ of helping out at a Harley builders where I use the bikes to practice my photography. Great video. Subscribed and likely go do the course…
That's great Owen - if you have any questions just get in touch :-) support@photographycourses.biz
Watched your previous efforts. Vast improvement but did notice with the reflector some bits on the tank had blown highlights. Great tips on composition..👍
I kinda like a blown highlight in such shots minisla. It looks natural because highlights on a chrome tank / headlight etc do blow out to our eyes.. ... MIKE🙏😊
Watching from Southern Philippines.
Good to hear!!
Awesome video. I love shooting bikes and their parts. I use 2 Ad200 flashes in soft boxes. It’s a fun set up in the wind 🤣🤣. Keep up the good work mate.
Thanks Adam. Having chased the reflector across the forest i can imagine the pain when wind catches a softbox. Bet you get great results though. ... MIKE🙏😊
What a great video thank you
Thanks LDG Glad you enjoyed it - and lovin the Lemon Drizzle Gang handle too ... MIKE🙏😊
@@MikeBrowne Thanks the name comes from my classic bike channel ruclips.net/channel/UCQbVTHUMEFpk3eerjA-tngw
Me thinks I am going to have to get a reflector. Thanks Mike, keep those videos coming.
Thanks Brendon. Have fun with it. If you're in the PLD Facebook group maybe post some pics of your results... ... MIKE🙏😊
PLD Group: facebook.com/groups/photolockdown
Some great tips and inspiration here. My husband wants me to photograph his Kawasaki Z900RS. I wouldn't have thought to take a reflector with me, but will definitely do that now, as it really made such a difference 🙂👍
Thanks Tina. Have fun and remember to use low angles light.. ... MIKE🙏😊
@@MikeBrowne I will. Thank you 🙂👍
Mince pie? Man, I like me a mince pie. I need to come over and get one. Great video, well done Mike.
Anyone who doesn't like a mince pie should be interrogated by the Feds IMO ... MIKE😆🙏😊
Great video Mike. The shot in the lane i really like, what would a vertical have looked like.
Thanks Ian.. ... MIKE🙏😊
Love the number plate on the BSA GAS 608 I had a BSA Bantam in my early days the I went onto a Triumph 750 Bonny then after smashing up my left ankle and now cant move the ankle as it has been fused so I have to stick to a automatic car.Great seeing the old bike and yes it makes a lot of differance with the reflector. I am hopeing to take up your premium next month as I am going into hospital this week for a operation so will be limited for time before next month. I just hope this op sorts out my stomach problems and I wont have anymore pain everytime I eat.Be lucky - Be safe.
Thanks Bob. My first bike was a BSA Bantam D7 Super - and I too had a T140E 750 Bonneville!! Great minds eh. Hope the op goes well my friend. Fingers crossed for you.. ... MIKE🙏😊
@@MikeBrowne Thank you
Hello Mike . I tried to meet you in Sharjah But was not lucky this time. Next year will attend your workshop.
Sorry to have missed you Main. They kept me pretty busy this year so little ntime to wander rounf the exhibitions. Next year I'll see if a time date and place can be aranged for a meet .. ... MIKE🙏😊
Loved this video. And so chuffed to see you used my review! I am planning to go back and review a lot of your Masterclass. Always good to do some revision to cement the knowledge. I get out and about so much more these days because I have more confidence that the effort will yield more successful shots. Cheers Mike. BTW, what do you think about superzoom bridge cameras? I have a Sony Rx10 which is very versatile. Cheers Mike
Thanks for your kind comments and review of Masterclass Robert. Much apprieciated and delighted you have more confidence now too. All cameras have their place and a superzoom bridge is a good idea when you don't want to lug a bag of kit around with you.... MIKE🌟🙏😊
Would like to see the bike next to a public phone booth or posed next to an old stone bridge over a creek. Classic look in the UK.
Good idea Mark ... MIKE🙏😊
Great video Mike!👍👍love the the bike and the fantastic photos. I need to blow the dust off my reflector!! (Your bike sounds like “trigger’s broom” 😂)
Thanks paul ... MIKE🙏😊
Not much to say apart from another brilliant video, the BSA is Beautiful.
Thankls. She's a honey ... MIKE🙏😊
Oh, and I loved the pole and pigeon sticking out of your head whilst you enjoyed your mince pie 🤣
BUENISIMO!, muchas gracias!
you're welcome 🙏👍
Awesome video as usual. Once again the ONLY thing missing is me on the back ! I could be your official reflector holder. 🙃🥰 Stay safe Mike.
Deal Laureen ... MIKE🙏😊
Another old dodger here, I have vague memories of the B31 32.....thank you!
Great bikes the B series. My sister rides the B33 500cc versipn of mine ... MIKE🙏😊
Thank you Mike, now I know how to photograph my baby (Suzuki LS650 Savage) 😊
You're welcome ... MIKE🙏😊
how could you not enjoy this video with that old BSA .
i think you got some nice pics mike!
i wonder if you have tried the fuji 35mm f1.4 ?
it is my day to day lens ,and fairly small.
Thanks Carl. It's a great little bike. No never used one. I generally prefer zooms TBH but have been thinking about getting a wide aperture prime. Thanks for the tip... MIKE 🙏🙂👍
@@MikeBrowne if you can get one on loan im sure you would like it.
would like to see more trips with you on that BSA ,im sure its such an enjoyable thing to ride.
i swapped to fuji a good few years ago,and just love the 'analogue' interaction when taking pics!
Great tips! You could also apply to photographing a car? (highlight part of it at least).
Good idea! ... MIKE🙏😊
Inspireing, as always. My father had a BSA once, in the 1960s..., oh anyway; thanks for your video! (Note-to-self: purchase a reflector)
Thanks sterkoder. ... MIKE😆🙏😊
Loved the video , thank you. Would you use same technique on a car i wonder ?
Thanks martyn. You could, but remember cars have large flat areas which will have a reflection of the reflector in them. .. ... MIKE🙏😊
Very enjoyable again Mike. Amongst two of my favourite hobbies in one video 👍. My own bike has 50+ year old design brakes so a fist bump there. A note why cows were reluctant for a petting, cow skin covered hands 😱😁. Thanks again.
Thanks Warren. Yes good point, might have been one of their rellies ... MIKE🙏😊
I think the bike on the road was the best image, it just looks "right". As a stranger to the area, I'd love to know where the final images at the Have Cafe were taken ? I'm only in Andover, and it looks very interesting down there.
Thanks Graham. The last shots were at Mudeford Quay near Christchurch ... MIKE🙏😊