I am literally flabbergasted by this video... was this a photography lesson or a life lesson... it must have been the most useful, practical, emotional set of advice I have ever seen on youtube. It touched me emotionally, much like a poem would. You are an amazing human being and your love for photography (and life in general) really shines through in your videos. Unlike most/all other photography youtubers that have an agenda, or are angry fanboys, or gear heads, you simply love photography. I am deciding which camera system to get and you are a big reason why i am leaning on Fugi bit would really love the opportunities to pick your brains on it... anyway. Thank you for this video🙏🏻
Nice discussion.... Another tip I would add is to have a "house camera"... I always had an older dSLR sitting in living room (turned on in standby, set to mid aperture, auto focus/shutter/flash popup etc with a 50mm prime). Friends/family knew they could grab and just push the button... nothing to setup, instant on and no judgment ;-)
I can’t even convey how much I appreciate your thoughtfulness behind your art as well as your ability to express it into advice for others. Such an insightful observation of things that every photographer will encounter but may not even recognize. There’s nothing else like this on RUclips. Thank you.
I'm going to watch this back twice - at least. So many good tips and it was noticeable to me how thoroughly considered all of these points were. I wish I could have subscribed and hit the notifications bell to reward you for this, but I'd already done that some time ago. Turns out there was a reason for that. Good stuff.
Whoa . This is great. My brother sent this to me and he’s certainly moving in this direction with his photography. I’m going to incorporate these tips in my shooting as well.
I've watched countless many photography tip videos (as I'm sure all of us here have), but this is the first one I actually nod my head at saying yes... of course... Inspiring.
Soooo many good and genuine tips! Thanks for taking the time to make this video! I learned a lot on this video… less technical stuff but great mental notes and awareness 🙏🏾
Thank you for this! This has been what I am needing. I recently traded my nikon d3300 for an X-E3 because I realized i never wanted to take my dslr everywhere. I knew buying it wouldn't help me be a better photographer, but I still have feelings of "was it worth it?" because I still have trouble being comfortable taking it out with us, as I don't want to be distracted and miss just "being" with my wife and 3 year old daughter. I picked up a 27mm pancake just to make a lower profile camera and have yet to do any shooting with it outside the home. Thanks again for this encouragement and philosophical lesson!
Completely agree with what you are saying. I am im the same boat just switching from a larger sony a57, just cant decide on the 23f2 lens or wait for the new 16f2.8
"If you love the way it looks and feels".... ...No wonder I never seem to want to give up my G85, despite it's (on paper) limitations. It's just so... Well, comfy to hold and use for a long period of time. That and it seems nobody notices it, and I haven't even blacked out the front facing logos. I still want to try out a Fuji at some point though just out of curiosity. As for the moment lenses... I'm so wishing I'd bought a phone that was compatible with them, because hey, why not have a bit of variety with things and get to try it all out. I always have my phone with me anyways! Definitely have to agree about full auto not being an issue at all... It's how hubby prefers to shoot, and unsurprisingly, he's able to catch things how he wants to. Usually has better composition than I do too! o_O ...Then again, I switched to using Program mode on my G85 simply because, well... I'm still working on developing that instinctive kind of feel for what settings are needed, and it's nice to be able to push it one way or the other and focus on taking photos. When we know we have the time to just relax (usually buildings and landscapes, they tend not to go anywhere!) we lean more towards manual adjustments because hey, why not get it exactly how you feel it works best for your intend shot..
I print these types of photos exclusively. About 36 a year. Views and vibes 24/7. Just want a feel of life candid and documented so I can remember the places and spaces I have been, and who was there. My goal is all about camera zen. Having a tiny set up that runs how I need it. f2 is necessary for lower light. I’ve been looking into the x-70 or x-100, or even the ricoh GR. I really liked shooting a summer on my smart phone. 28mm, P-mode with exp comp, locked in jpeg. It was the experience that made me shoot. And it’s why as much as I think it’s the perfect camera, I’m considering selling my X-T2.
I think using photography as a logbook is a valid way doing it. In fact it is the way I am using photography and I am happy with it. Important is that a picture tells a story. Beauty is not all. It is a different approach of fotography. But I must amid the pictures shown in this video are gorgeous.
Just, Phenomenal, what else to say? I’ve photographed for many many years, and have collaborated with some talented folk, and have watched my fair share of Videos; THIS, this is by far and away, One of the best I have seen! I dont say this lightly; I am not easily impressed. I stopped Subscribing to any new Channels recently, But, I had to HIT that button for your channel. So, where do we go from here? I wish You and Yours well going forward, Andrew. 👍🙏✌😊
Great video and amazing inspiring photographs … Thanks … I have the million dollar question, grabbing that candid moment in low light with a small fixed lens i.e. Ricoh GR3 … This is always my nemesis … daylight great low light panic!! Any suggestions please 😊
As a parent too, most of my photos -- and the ones I appreciate most looking back -- are of family. There was some great advice in this video. You also articulated very well the reason not to keep every picture, which is something I have a hard time explaining to my wife (who takes thousands of photos with her phone and rarely deletes any of them).
Andrew, let me start saying again, you have a beautiful family. This video was not just possibly the best advice I’ve seen on family documentary photography, but it also became very moving. I value a lot this kind of photography and as a street shooter I always pride myself of cultivating that “awareness” you talk about. Thanks for sharing man, as always!
Thanks for these tips! We're expecting a baby and we got an X-T20 to document this new stage of our lives ;) Since you're using a Pixel phone, you can download a modded version of the Google Camera app that lets you save raw files (DNG) in addition to the JPGs: www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-suggested/ (I suggest using the Arnova's v8.3b1, the Google Camera 6 versions I didn't get to work yet on my Pixel 2)
Very nice video and tips. Thank you! Till now I was using my Note 9 with the full moment lens gear. But I just grow enough to go with the camera. My pick is the Fujifilm x-t30 with the 18-55 lens. I will follow your suggestions and your Chanel of course. Keep it up!
THANKS so much Andrew! I am so hooked to your videos, i am on a binge watch mode! i hail from Bangladesh. looking forward to your newer videos. Take care
Lovely and important video Andrew; so agree with what you said about cellphones while having expensive gear at home and loved what you said about auto sometimes. This is one of my favorite videos and have watched it several times as well as bookmarked it. Thanks for the quality videos Andrew (and Denae :P ), really appreciate it.
Like button not big enough. Seriously, the best advices got since I start watching RUclips photography guides (about a year ago ...). I will revisit this one soon.
I really enjoyed this video. I am not a photographer but an enthusiastic hobbyist and I am happy to use my DSLR or my phone. I like the black and white wall idea.
It's too easy to say "Great Video" or that was really spot on...so I was trying to think of something to say that would show how much I appreciate your effort and time in making good videos...so I'll say this...I wish you were my neighbor. LOL. But you really was spot on with what photography should be...friends and family first.
I always have a camera in my hand around my family. They think I'm crazy but no one takes photos anymore and in 20, 30, 40 years from now, no one will have memories to reflect upon. Our kids won't have any photos of them, of us, of their friends. I think that's sad. Our parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles all took photos of each other. How many photo books did our grandparents have? shelves of them, and boxes of photos that never made it into a book. This generation has cell phone pictures that will most likely be lost when the camera breaks because no one backed up their photos Really like tip #5. when I'm chasing my toddler around, I throw it into aperture mode to control my DOF, set AF to eye and face detect, and let the camera figure out SS. Toddler moments are just too fleeting to worry about all your settings
So glad I found this video today, it was like you where in my head, I've been falling into alot of the traps you mentioned. Great Video and amazing photos
5:05 The size of your camera is *INVERSELY proportional to the time it'll stay on your neck. Great video. Excellent tips. Please stop switching between two different cameras especially if you are looking into only one of them. BTW, I love Master Oogway's wisdom too.
Was looking for family photo documentation video cause Im starting that journey with my now 6 month old and this video hit home, even tho its an oldie Andrew you really hit something great in this one and I adore your family documentation :)
My wife and kids go crazy if I have my camera longer than 30 minutes in a day (top!) in my hands. Even on a holiday they hate it when I take my camera out to take photos of them.
The cell phone comment made me laugh - I have been known to pull out my cell phone while carrying a FF+70-200 f2.8 or bigger. Sometimes you gotta get the shot quickly and if you need DOF+wide angle and have a behemoth in the other hand. My only problem is my phone is really crap. Sill better than nothing though. What makes me laugh though are the looks and comments I have gotten doing this. It has convinced me the whole gear-thing is actually an innate human condition and definitely not restricted to photographers and similar hobbies.
When you learn to play a musical instrument, well enough so you can play with other musicians, you hear all the sound around you in your daily life in a different way. Same thing happens when you learn to be a photographer. You see the world differently. You hear more detail. You see more detail.
Wow this is so so true. Good to hear someone talk honest stuff and not the usual gear, aperture, lighting, etc.,etc., I don’t use Fujifilm but subscribed for such valuable videos.
A poem, not a logbook! Man, this whole vid was great. Too much to list. And love the idea of a dedicated wall w easily interchangeable images. This just showed up and glad it did and I discovered your channel. And I see you're a Fuji user. I'm getting Fuji curious now that the XH1 is down to 1299 WITH the grip and extra batteries.
Andrew I’m a newbie (and likely “noobie”) to photography but you videos made me so passionate about my photography. I just started on an XT1 and you’re such an inspiration. I’m addicted to your videos and I love the passion you put into your “work/art/whatweveryouwanttocallit”. Love your pics and tips!
Andrew, this is a fantastic video, full of brilliant tips, advice and inspiration! I found myself connecting in some way to all of your points. I am not a professional photographer, so the main reason I purchased my first dslr was to document my kids/family. It then became a passion and I soon found myself photographing everything . So when it was time to upgrade my entry Nikon dslr, I naturally thought I must go FF. This until I watched many of your videos on the Fuji system. I purchased the xt2 a couple of years ago and couldn’t be happier. Thank you again for all great content!
So much I loved about this video! The photo wall is such an awesome idea. All the tips we're relevant and good reminders for life and family photography. Which fuji, or any other camera, would you recommend as that one thats always with you? Thanks for a great video!
Thanks! As far as which camera, well that really depends on budget and style. For me personally, I tend to rotate or try different film cameras because that keeps me excited. I know that goes against one of my tips of "knowing your gear", so it's probably not ideal. If you're new to photography, I might recommend the Fuji x-t20 and a couple smaller lenses like the 27mm 2.8 and or if you'd prefer a zoom, the 18-55mm 2.8-f4. Some people really like the x100 series, but I didn't like being stuck with the same focal length and when traveling I really don't like the 35mm equivalent focal length, personally. But some people love it. It is a beautiful line of cameras.
@@AndrewGoodCamera thanks for the reply! I have the XT3 and the kit lens which I love, but have considered something like the xe2, which is cheap on the used market, to have with me all the time. Recently rented the Osmo pocket to try out and it was a great camera to have around for video. Might have to get one of those!
Thank you, Andrew! I’m just getting into family documentary photography and everything you’ve just said is so very very true. Nothing is better than real life, nothing, and clients don’t care what you used to create the unique moments that tell the stories of their lives, only THAT you did! Just slow down, choose what you want to focus on and get the shot. I’m going to listen to this again and take a few notes. Awesome video, as always 📷😍 Oh, and what was the name of the photo tiles at the beginning, please? 🤗
14.48 - but I thought Photography IS a “Negative Thing”!! - seriously, one of your best videos yet - some excellent tips and reminders and powerfully presented - cheers - Peter
Now that I've been photographing for a couple of years I really can see you points. Extremely good video which learned me a lot. I will especially take to heart the resetting and the note on the back of the camera. Most other thing I've worked around and came to the same conclusions as you and Denae have. Thank you Andrew and all the best on Valentine's day. /Robert
Some great tips. Actually renting an X100F this week to have this "always with me" camera when I don't want to have my X-X1 and larger lens with me. ...That Moment lens looks interesting also. Hah, aslo...love the quote from Kung Fu Panda.
Agreed on all points. We're all sometimes too stressed on gear, copying the style of others, forcing ourselves to do certain kind of shots. I'm guilty in many points said, and as I grew older I realize more and more that none of these matter. Just enjoy what you're doing :)
I agree. Andrew.. watching the thumbnail, I somehow knew you would make this one, a non-average-photo-tips video. ;) Its actually one of your best ones.
I totally agree with you on the matter of staying with one style of color grading or theme! I'm too random and love too many genre to limit my passion for life and the happenings around me. It's why I carry my camera everywhere I go. Good job buddy! I just bought the GoPro 7 Black and I look forward to making it work for me! Hahaha!
This was so helpful and interesting. I'm a serious amateur and family photographer and looking for a new camera. I've considered an a7iii or a nikon 76 because of the good reviews and FF capabilities; but because of size, weight and cost of lenses I'm now thinking about the fugi xt3 or possibly the "to be released sony a7000." Would you have any recommendation for general family use but also sports (grand kids soccer) land scape, animals (wildlife) and street photography? Thanks, Allen.
You can't really go wrong these days with any system. There are too many factors for me to provide a recommendation over comments. I prefer Fuji for family photography because of the small size visa vis superb quality. Fuji balances those factors well.
Great video, thanks so much for sharing your tips! My wife and I having been thinking of a very similar "photo" wall / stairwell idea and perhaps I missed it in your video but can you share what you use for the picture wall hanging hardware? I just did a quick google search, went on Ikea, etc., and I think I found similar hangers, but would like to know the what / where of your particular hardware. Thank you in advance!
Following your hint to not pose for portraits which focal lengths for APS-C can you recommend to get those impressive shots of your kids? I have to watch your videos about zooms and primes again buh I guess you didn‘t explain this aspect in detail. Great pictures by the way! 👍
This was really great. Even though I’m much more ‘into’ photography now, I know I’ll never take photos more important to me than with my low res iPhone 3gs when the kids were little. I don’t know if I should be sad about this. Thanks for the videos this was one of the best.
“You’re not trying to create a logbook, you’re trying to create a poem.” Well said!
True story!
It also makes you live the moment and not just view it through your camera lens only
I am literally flabbergasted by this video... was this a photography lesson or a life lesson... it must have been the most useful, practical, emotional set of advice I have ever seen on youtube. It touched me emotionally, much like a poem would. You are an amazing human being and your love for photography (and life in general) really shines through in your videos. Unlike most/all other photography youtubers that have an agenda, or are angry fanboys, or gear heads, you simply love photography. I am deciding which camera system to get and you are a big reason why i am leaning on Fugi bit would really love the opportunities to pick your brains on it... anyway. Thank you for this video🙏🏻
Indeed, Fully agree!
Beautifully stated!
The photo wall deserves to be a episode, gorgeous
I agree..!
Takes us on a journey, Andrew ;)
Yes please
And... breathe! You fit a lot into those 18 minutes :)
😂
@@AndrewGoodCamera yes...
Now, try and watch it at 1.25, or even 1.5 speed.
Its crazy!
First off, I LOVE that photo wall. Holy crap, so beautiful. And that escalator shot is so brilliant. You guys rock as always!
Haha. Thanks Lou
@@AndrewGoodCamera what do you use to make that wall?
Nice discussion.... Another tip I would add is to have a "house camera"... I always had an older dSLR sitting in living room (turned on in standby, set to mid aperture, auto focus/shutter/flash popup etc with a 50mm prime). Friends/family knew they could grab and just push the button... nothing to setup, instant on and no judgment ;-)
I can’t even convey how much I appreciate your thoughtfulness behind your art as well as your ability to express it into advice for others. Such an insightful observation of things that every photographer will encounter but may not even recognize. There’s nothing else like this on RUclips. Thank you.
Thanks for your kind words AJ. Makes me happy to hear you found it helpful.
The question is, how do I "like" this video twice?
haha me too
Great tips in a well presented manner. Thank you 😎
I'm going to watch this back twice - at least. So many good tips and it was noticeable to me how thoroughly considered all of these points were. I wish I could have subscribed and hit the notifications bell to reward you for this, but I'd already done that some time ago. Turns out there was a reason for that. Good stuff.
Whoa . This is great. My brother sent this to me and he’s certainly moving in this direction with his photography. I’m going to incorporate these tips in my shooting as well.
I've watched countless many photography tip videos (as I'm sure all of us here have), but this is the first one I actually nod my head at saying yes... of course... Inspiring.
Soooo many good and genuine tips! Thanks for taking the time to make this video! I learned a lot on this video… less technical stuff but great mental notes and awareness 🙏🏾
Thank you for this! This has been what I am needing. I recently traded my nikon d3300 for an X-E3 because I realized i never wanted to take my dslr everywhere. I knew buying it wouldn't help me be a better photographer, but I still have feelings of "was it worth it?" because I still have trouble being comfortable taking it out with us, as I don't want to be distracted and miss just "being" with my wife and 3 year old daughter. I picked up a 27mm pancake just to make a lower profile camera and have yet to do any shooting with it outside the home. Thanks again for this encouragement and philosophical lesson!
Completely agree with what you are saying. I am im the same boat just switching from a larger sony a57, just cant decide on the 23f2 lens or wait for the new 16f2.8
Wow. One of your best videos! Insightful and practical
Thanks for the inspiration. We have had 5 snow days with the kids and I haven't taken out my camera once. Grabbing it now!
"If you love the way it looks and feels".... ...No wonder I never seem to want to give up my G85, despite it's (on paper) limitations. It's just so... Well, comfy to hold and use for a long period of time. That and it seems nobody notices it, and I haven't even blacked out the front facing logos. I still want to try out a Fuji at some point though just out of curiosity.
As for the moment lenses... I'm so wishing I'd bought a phone that was compatible with them, because hey, why not have a bit of variety with things and get to try it all out. I always have my phone with me anyways!
Definitely have to agree about full auto not being an issue at all... It's how hubby prefers to shoot, and unsurprisingly, he's able to catch things how he wants to. Usually has better composition than I do too! o_O ...Then again, I switched to using Program mode on my G85 simply because, well... I'm still working on developing that instinctive kind of feel for what settings are needed, and it's nice to be able to push it one way or the other and focus on taking photos. When we know we have the time to just relax (usually buildings and landscapes, they tend not to go anywhere!) we lean more towards manual adjustments because hey, why not get it exactly how you feel it works best for your intend shot..
I print these types of photos exclusively. About 36 a year. Views and vibes 24/7. Just want a feel of life candid and documented so I can remember the places and spaces I have been, and who was there.
My goal is all about camera zen. Having a tiny set up that runs how I need it. f2 is necessary for lower light.
I’ve been looking into the x-70 or x-100, or even the ricoh GR. I really liked shooting a summer on my smart phone. 28mm, P-mode with exp comp, locked in jpeg. It was the experience that made me shoot. And it’s why as much as I think it’s the perfect camera, I’m considering selling my X-T2.
I think using photography as a logbook is a valid way doing it. In fact it is the way I am using photography and I am happy with it. Important is that a picture tells a story. Beauty is not all. It is a different approach of fotography. But I must amid the pictures shown in this video are gorgeous.
Not a log book haha hundred percent agree. Good content. Thank you
As always, insightful, on point and stressing what really matters. Kindness before cameras!
Just, Phenomenal, what else to say? I’ve photographed for many many years, and have collaborated with some talented folk, and have watched my fair share of Videos; THIS, this is by far and away, One of the best I have seen! I dont say this lightly; I am not easily impressed. I stopped Subscribing to any new Channels recently, But, I had to HIT that button for your channel. So, where do we go from here? I wish You and Yours well going forward, Andrew. 👍🙏✌😊
Great video and amazing inspiring photographs … Thanks … I have the million dollar question, grabbing that candid moment in low light with a small fixed lens i.e. Ricoh GR3 … This is always my nemesis … daylight great low light panic!! Any suggestions please 😊
As a parent too, most of my photos -- and the ones I appreciate most looking back -- are of family. There was some great advice in this video. You also articulated very well the reason not to keep every picture, which is something I have a hard time explaining to my wife (who takes thousands of photos with her phone and rarely deletes any of them).
Andrew, let me start saying again, you have a beautiful family. This video was not just possibly the best advice I’ve seen on family documentary photography, but it also became very moving. I value a lot this kind of photography and as a street shooter I always pride myself of cultivating that “awareness” you talk about. Thanks for sharing man, as always!
Thanks for these tips! We're expecting a baby and we got an X-T20 to document this new stage of our lives ;)
Since you're using a Pixel phone, you can download a modded version of the Google Camera app that lets you save raw files (DNG) in addition to the JPGs: www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-suggested/ (I suggest using the Arnova's v8.3b1, the Google Camera 6 versions I didn't get to work yet on my Pixel 2)
Very nice video and tips. Thank you!
Till now I was using my Note 9 with the full moment lens gear. But I just grow enough to go with the camera. My pick is the Fujifilm x-t30 with the 18-55 lens.
I will follow your suggestions and your Chanel of course. Keep it up!
Exquisite images and advice which is both thoughtful and thought provoking. Thank you Andrew.
THANKS so much Andrew! I am so hooked to your videos, i am on a binge watch mode! i hail from Bangladesh. looking forward to your newer videos. Take care
Only a Dad would give a quote from Kung Fu Panda 😁
Lovely and important video Andrew; so agree with what you said about cellphones while having expensive gear at home and loved what you said about auto sometimes. This is one of my favorite videos and have watched it several times as well as bookmarked it. Thanks for the quality videos Andrew (and Denae :P ), really appreciate it.
My heart felt thanks for sharing the distilled nuggets of priceless wisdom from years of everyday experience. Very much appreciated!
"nothing says pedo creeper guy quite like a 70-200 f2.8 lens" best ad ever ;D
Thanks for the lol and for all the good info
Like button not big enough. Seriously, the best advices got since I start watching RUclips photography guides (about a year ago ...). I will revisit this one soon.
I really enjoyed this video. I am not a photographer but an enthusiastic hobbyist and I am happy to use my
DSLR or my phone. I like the black and white wall idea.
I want to follow all these tips.....I bought the X-30ii for this reason alone. Mostly in shutter/aperture priority.
Watched it--saved to watch (again) later. 😅
As much as I like lens reviews, this is a lot more valuable for me, thank you! 😊
It's too easy to say "Great Video" or that was really spot on...so I was trying to think of something to say that would show how much I appreciate your effort and time in making good videos...so I'll say this...I wish you were my neighbor. LOL. But you really was spot on with what photography should be...friends and family first.
I'll let you know when a home comes up for sale in our cul de sac. ;)
Excellent tips Andrew, very spot-on ! But can we now have some dumplings, pleeeeez ?????
I always have a camera in my hand around my family. They think I'm crazy but no one takes photos anymore and in 20, 30, 40 years from now, no one will have memories to reflect upon. Our kids won't have any photos of them, of us, of their friends. I think that's sad. Our parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles all took photos of each other. How many photo books did our grandparents have? shelves of them, and boxes of photos that never made it into a book. This generation has cell phone pictures that will most likely be lost when the camera breaks because no one backed up their photos
Really like tip #5. when I'm chasing my toddler around, I throw it into aperture mode to control my DOF, set AF to eye and face detect, and let the camera figure out SS. Toddler moments are just too fleeting to worry about all your settings
So glad I found this video today, it was like you where in my head, I've been falling into alot of the traps you mentioned. Great Video and amazing photos
Excellent video! Very good and unique ideas and tips. Thanks for sharing!
This totally hit the spot for me, just the inspiration I needed. Thanks a lot! Subscribed!
5:05 The size of your camera is *INVERSELY proportional to the time it'll stay on your neck.
Great video. Excellent tips.
Please stop switching between two different cameras especially if you are looking into only one of them.
BTW, I love Master Oogway's wisdom too.
I actually like that he switches between cameras! Matter of taste
Was looking for family photo documentation video cause Im starting that journey with my now 6 month old and this video hit home, even tho its an oldie Andrew you really hit something great in this one and I adore your family documentation :)
My wife and kids go crazy if I have my camera longer than 30 minutes in a day (top!) in my hands. Even on a holiday they hate it when I take my camera out to take photos of them.
The cell phone comment made me laugh - I have been known to pull out my cell phone while carrying a FF+70-200 f2.8 or bigger. Sometimes you gotta get the shot quickly and if you need DOF+wide angle and have a behemoth in the other hand. My only problem is my phone is really crap. Sill better than nothing though.
What makes me laugh though are the looks and comments I have gotten doing this. It has convinced me the whole gear-thing is actually an innate human condition and definitely not restricted to photographers and similar hobbies.
Spitting some mfing truth holy crap 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
When you learn to play a musical instrument, well enough so you can play with other musicians, you hear all the sound around you in your daily life in a different way. Same thing happens when you learn to be a photographer. You see the world differently. You hear more detail. You see more detail.
Wow this is so so true. Good to hear someone talk honest stuff and not the usual gear, aperture, lighting, etc.,etc.,
I don’t use Fujifilm but subscribed for such valuable videos.
Watched it twice, well thought out video with some excellent advice and some great example photos. This photography lark is easy right!
Our of interest. What lens would you keep on your camera for home documentary photography?
So far so good. Love the tips. I’m only about a third of the way through and I had to stop to ask what is the lens on your M2 or M3 @ 6:24?
That is the 50mm 1.2 Voigtlander Nocton. :)
On point. Made me remind the essence of photography.
Thank you!
Greetings from Germany :)
A poem, not a logbook! Man, this whole vid was great. Too much to list. And love the idea of a dedicated wall w easily interchangeable images. This just showed up and glad it did and I discovered your channel. And I see you're a Fuji user. I'm getting Fuji curious now that the XH1 is down to 1299 WITH the grip and extra batteries.
These are awesome advices. Thank you! Subscribed!
Andrew I’m a newbie (and likely “noobie”) to photography but you videos made me so passionate about my photography. I just started on an XT1 and you’re such an inspiration. I’m addicted to your videos and I love the passion you put into your “work/art/whatweveryouwanttocallit”. Love your pics and tips!
Out of curiosity, where do i get those photo walls o.o
You always inspire me so much. I love your photos so much especially the stories they tell. Keep up the good work and keep us motivating.
Useful and motivating advice. Thank you so much! :)
White balance on auto is a no harm no foul setting if you shoot RAW. Important if you shoot JPEG for sure, though.
This is so good, a life lesson not just a photography tips video!!!
Great tips! I like the tip about the background blur. I get caught up in always shooting at lowest aperture
Where/how do you make your wall prints? Thanks!
Thank you for this video,I’m am number 9 😂
Hi Andrew, where do you order these photo tiles? They are so beautiful!
This was freaking awesome thank you so much this just help me a whole lot!!!!!
Andrew, this is a fantastic video, full of brilliant tips, advice and inspiration! I found myself connecting in some way to all of your points. I am not a professional photographer, so the main reason I purchased my first dslr was to document my kids/family. It then became a passion and I soon found myself photographing everything . So when it was time to upgrade my entry Nikon dslr, I naturally thought I must go FF. This until I watched many of your videos on the Fuji system. I purchased the xt2 a couple of years ago and couldn’t be happier. Thank you again for all great content!
Family memories…SNAPSHOTS!
So much I loved about this video! The photo wall is such an awesome idea. All the tips we're relevant and good reminders for life and family photography. Which fuji, or any other camera, would you recommend as that one thats always with you?
Thanks for a great video!
Thanks! As far as which camera, well that really depends on budget and style. For me personally, I tend to rotate or try different film cameras because that keeps me excited. I know that goes against one of my tips of "knowing your gear", so it's probably not ideal. If you're new to photography, I might recommend the Fuji x-t20 and a couple smaller lenses like the 27mm 2.8 and or if you'd prefer a zoom, the 18-55mm 2.8-f4. Some people really like the x100 series, but I didn't like being stuck with the same focal length and when traveling I really don't like the 35mm equivalent focal length, personally. But some people love it. It is a beautiful line of cameras.
@@AndrewGoodCamera thanks for the reply! I have the XT3 and the kit lens which I love, but have considered something like the xe2, which is cheap on the used market, to have with me all the time. Recently rented the Osmo pocket to try out and it was a great camera to have around for video. Might have to get one of those!
I agree 100% RE importance of family photography
Thank you, Andrew! I’m just getting into family documentary photography and everything you’ve just said is so very very true. Nothing is better than real life, nothing, and clients don’t care what you used to create the unique moments that tell the stories of their lives, only THAT you did! Just slow down, choose what you want to focus on and get the shot. I’m going to listen to this again and take a few notes. Awesome video, as always 📷😍
Oh, and what was the name of the photo tiles at the beginning, please? 🤗
Thanks Alex :)
Ordered from BayPhoto :)
Easy to get lost in gear study and forget that the whole point is to see. Thanks!
14.48 - but I thought Photography IS a “Negative Thing”!! - seriously, one of your best videos yet - some excellent tips and reminders and powerfully presented - cheers - Peter
Haha. Good point!
Spot on, great tips. I've been challenging myself to think like a photographer more of the time, and you verbalized that process/exercise perfectly.
Really really cool advice! New favorite RUclipsr!
Cool beans, actually I am pretty bad at taking close ups of people :(
I'm guessing that has more to do with being an introvert though, right?
@@AndrewGoodCamera I never thought about it - it makes sense lol
Now that I've been photographing for a couple of years I really can see you points. Extremely good video which learned me a lot. I will especially take to heart the resetting and the note on the back of the camera. Most other thing I've worked around and came to the same conclusions as you and Denae have. Thank you Andrew and all the best on Valentine's day. /Robert
Excellent advice. Thank you!
Some great tips. Actually renting an X100F this week to have this "always with me" camera when I don't want to have my X-X1 and larger lens with me. ...That Moment lens looks interesting also.
Hah, aslo...love the quote from Kung Fu Panda.
LOVE the moment lens!
Wow, what a great video, Andrew. I really enjoyed. Won't send you money this time, but a big thank you for the lessons. Greetings from Brazil.
Haha. Ok I'll settle for your kind words. :)
Agreed on all points. We're all sometimes too stressed on gear, copying the style of others, forcing ourselves to do certain kind of shots. I'm guilty in many points said, and as I grew older I realize more and more that none of these matter. Just enjoy what you're doing :)
One of the single best videos you’ve produced. Bravo.
I agree.
Andrew.. watching the thumbnail, I somehow knew you would make this one, a non-average-photo-tips video. ;)
Its actually one of your best ones.
I feel the same way 100%! Have you been reading my mind? Lol. Thanks for sharing Andrew!
Yes. Keep having good ideas and I will continue to mine them with my brainreading powers. :)
I totally agree with you on the matter of staying with one style of color grading or theme! I'm too random and love too many genre to limit my passion for life and the happenings around me. It's why I carry my camera everywhere I go. Good job buddy! I just bought the GoPro 7 Black and I look forward to making it work for me! Hahaha!
I lost mine in San Francisco. :(
Wow! Great thoughts! Thank you!!!
Most sensible video I have seen in a while....well done!!!
This was so helpful and interesting. I'm a serious amateur and family photographer and looking for a new camera. I've considered an a7iii or a nikon 76 because of the good reviews and FF capabilities; but because of size, weight and cost of lenses I'm now thinking about the fugi xt3 or possibly the "to be released sony a7000." Would you have any recommendation for general family use but also sports (grand kids soccer) land scape, animals (wildlife) and street photography? Thanks, Allen.
You can't really go wrong these days with any system. There are too many factors for me to provide a recommendation over comments. I prefer Fuji for family photography because of the small size visa vis superb quality. Fuji balances those factors well.
I get to rewatch this video again and again..
You are an inspiration! I've already watched almost all your videos, and I've discovered you 2 days ago! Keep going this way!!!
An Italian fan
Thank you!
Great video, thanks so much for sharing your tips! My wife and I having been thinking of a very similar "photo" wall / stairwell idea and perhaps I missed it in your video but can you share what you use for the picture wall hanging hardware? I just did a quick google search, went on Ikea, etc., and I think I found similar hangers, but would like to know the what / where of your particular hardware. Thank you in advance!
Video on it soon
Wow amazing content 😊thank you
Thank you! Great video.
Digital cameras seem so complicated.
Great tips! I learned a lot. Thanks Andrew!
I am impressed about your clarity.
Following your hint to not pose for portraits which focal lengths for APS-C can you recommend to get those impressive shots of your kids? I have to watch your videos about zooms and primes again buh I guess you didn‘t explain this aspect in detail.
Great pictures by the way! 👍
Man, I adore your shots! Great art! ❤⚡
Solid...thank you for this
Fantastic advice
Loved this one. So wise and insightful.
This was really great. Even though I’m much more ‘into’ photography now, I know I’ll never take photos more important to me than with my low res iPhone 3gs when the kids were little. I don’t know if I should be sad about this. Thanks for the videos this was one of the best.