This is ruining photographers' creativity
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'This is ruining photographers' creativity'
I hope you enjoyed the video. This is something that I did in my early years of photography that held me back from my true creative path! :)
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Another great video! That's so true what you said about how you are outgrowing these iconic locations. I mean yes, You can't go wrong with these popular locations, but the thing is that there's no same thrill and excitement in it anymore than how it's used to or how you first shot them for the first few times. I guess that's when your creativity comes in like you said in the video and start seeing things and places with fresh look and start looking for something different in your own unique way to approach it. Super helpful Tip, Lindsay. Keep up it. Cheers!
Thanks so much for watching Kevin! Really appreciate you taking the time to write out your thoughts. Always awesome for others to read and learn from as well!!!
The iconics are so beautiful but of course there is so much out there in the world!!! Happy to have photographed them and can’t wait to see what else is out there 😊
I m in the initial phase!🙂
I was told for years that my photography was wrong because I was not composing the photos everyone expected. It makes it hard to promote. Requires a ton of work. I am not a popular photographer but I am a happy one.
The worst thing that can happen is when people are not shooting what they want or what they think is a good photo, because other people have different opinions.
Very good content, Sarah. As a struggling photographer, landscape or otherwise, I have found that it’s hard to find creativity when you’re conditioned to see what everyone has done before. Those are the images that we’ve looked at time and time again, images that have given us inspiration to go out and create our own in our own style, but then we get caught with those images imprinted in our minds and it definitely diminishes our ability to see something unique and special without struggling to “unsee” what’s been imprinted.
You have risen to the challenge and produced some beautiful images that are far more refreshing to look at than the iconics. Well done!
Nice video and beautiful pictures, Sarah! Yeah, taking the same pictures as a million tourists isn't particularly creative. But as you know, there's always light. Without it we would be lost.
Hey Sarah, thank you for being where you are...taking photos and living in a place I hold so close in my heart. I lived in Banff for a couple years from 98 to 00 and loved it. I am an amateur photographer since 2020 and live in Quebec. I remember taking pictures of Bow Falls and Moraine lake with a throw-away-camera. I hope to return soon with my new passion of photography. Thanks for the video and all the best. Cheers
Well done and said… For years I’ve felt the same way about visiting and photographing popular places. In fact, a lot of times I will go experience what makes them so iconic and enjoy them with friends and not even take my camera out. 🙏🏻
Completely agree with the premise here! Recently I met up with a friend to do an all day shoot near where she lives. We went to a nearby pretty canyon and got some great shots. Then at lunch, I brought up the idea of driving south of town where it's flat, empty and pretty much the antithesis of a beautiful backdrop for a shoot. So we ended up shooting in a wide open sage brush filled field next to a fence and a cattle guard crossing. It was perfect. We were more inspired by that spot than the canyon.
I just stumbled on your channel today with this video. I absolutely get what you are saying, and actually just did a blog entry that shares many of these views. Essentially I said in landscape photography you have to stand out either in what you shoot or how you shoot it. Kudos to you for finding your voice and capturing what moves you.
I’m a little embarrassed because I just found you. You popped onto my YT timeline. Most likely because I shoot Canon and was looking at videos. Anyhow, I absolutely love your work and am in such awe of what you create. This video hit home because I just feel like social media can suck the creativity out of you sometimes and seeing the same shot after shot just doesn’t add value for me in who I follow and what I shoot. In my journey to being a photographer I just find myself wanting to stay clear of the popular shots and just have fun creating something new. Anyhow just hearing you talk about how you feel definitely made me feel like I wasn’t alone. Anyhow great job! Just added you on IG and holy smokes. Huge fan! Beautiful work.
Thanks Sarah. A number of photographers I used to shoot with decided, 20 years ago, to just stay away from places like the Moraine Lake ant hill. They thought there were just too many people all taking similar images. With the advent of digital, that changed a bit as one can now more easily make something different out of something familiar - but the motivation to staying away was based more upon why they photographed in the first place - that being a love of nature and not so much a need for social media success. Like you indicate, there are so many other wonderful places where the reward is huge for small efforts, and where there is human element is no so dominant.
I feel that way sometimes in Atlantic Canada that all the "big" spots have been done to death. I'll keep trying and keep building my channel while I do it. Glad to have found you...subbed!
I like the calm vibe and intro shots , you got new sub!
Totally agree! Spectacular locations are everyone's dream, but learning to make do with what we have where we live is part of the photography journey too. Just discovered this channel and the work on Vero! Loving it!
I love your work Sarah, and I am inclined to agree with what your comments on your video. One of my favourite all-time Canadian landscape photographers is Freeman Patterson. If you look at his work, it is not about iconic locations, but rather about iconic light and iconic compositions. Maybe his work would not play very well today in our world of social media apps. But I still love it. Anyways, keep up the great work, I love your videos and I love your creativity.
wise words! couldn't agree with you more.. Love your work ! keep crushing it
Love the idea. Get caught up in my head thinking I have to go to all the beautiful places to get great photos. Gives me more excitement to go out and be more creative.
Wonderful images as always! I agree with you on trying to seek out unique perspectives or locations to photograph. I love heading out into my local Provincial Park or just the backroads here and looking for beautiful locations that I've seen posted all over social media.
It's nice to get the iconic locations/shots if you haven't done it before but I get how they can become dare I say mundane time after time? They are stunning though and I would still go to those "honey pot" locations as they would be new to me. Stunning images Sarah. I agree, there aren't too many females on this platform from Canada or the USA, seems to be more out of the UK.
Another great video Sarah! I would love to see how you make the abstract shots, you probably don't look silly at all waving that camera around 😂
Great video Sarah! I came across this video on VERO so thanks for posting there. I agree with you when you refer to the crowds of people wanting to shoot the most popular spots. I was recently in Florence Italy and I also came across the same issues, which is fine so the challenge for me as a photographer is to capture those less popular shots. Keep up the great work and I’ll follow you as well on instagram. Cheers..
I feel the same way with some local spots in Colorado. Amazing locations like Maroon Bells and Crystal mill. I literally see the exact same composition posted hundreds if not thousands of times.
Thanks very much..lovely message. I also live in an iconic location and try to avoid the cliches….so happy to have found your channel.
I am so glad I saw this video. I came back from a two week Icelandic photo trip and was feeling exactly what you described but I wasn't sure why I felt that way, and you just cleared it out for me. Of course I went to all the famous Iceland sites, waterfalls, beaches, caves, volcanoes and later I'd be hours looking at all of my photos and thinking... what is new here? I was feeling like my photos were almost identical to other photographers. Also, so true how popular sites get full of tourists (bus after bus full of them...) I was one of the new subscribers today. Thank you so much.
same. i felt the same after a phototrip and realized i was trying to go to the same spots i've seen on instgram. had to reassess my approach
The one thing to keep in mind is that even if it's a widely photographed location, your shots are still your experience on that day and unique to you!
Great video and message. I am of the same mindset regarding iconic locations. For example, I have never photographed the Tetons with the iconic barn in the foreground. I'm always exploring backroads looking for foregrounds in the Idaho side. In workshops, I often look for positions away from the other participants so that I can capture a different perspective even if it is just from a lower angle.
It is bonkers that there are so many places but we all go to the same ones
You inspire me with your courage and creativity, really love your pictures and your yellow dress
I love what you said in this video! Yes, those iconic locations are beautiful, but I’d rather see and take my photos from a different perspective. It’s fun to see what composition ideas you can come up with! And your shot of the tree and Ha Ling in the relation is amazing, as always!!!!
I love this! We see this alot in South Africa as well, where we do have some really amazing locations, and my partner and I noticed that photographers always end up using the same "spots", without exploring a bit further and getting a different perspective as well as more diverse choices.
Thank you for actually voicing this!
Hi Sarah, love your photography and your channel! I saw you were in Brisbane recently which is my hometown but I now live in Arizona. As a fellow landscape photographer, I understand how somewhere like Moraine Lake is to you. I’ve been fortunate to photograph the Grand Canyon and Sedona for years. However, as popular as these places are now, my challenge is to create outside of these places. Photographing at these places has unfortunately lost its appeal. Your video definitely spoke to me. Keep up the great content and by chance are you moving to Australia?? Your yellow dress will be most welcome there!
Love your insight.. thanks for sharing 🙏🏽
I could not agree with you more. Getting away from the tourist trap photo ops is hard but I think also so worthwhile. It's the reason I avoid places that everyone seems to photograph here in AZ, I have no interest in taking shots thousands of people take daily. Take your shot with the roots, I bet the number of people that have photographed that would number in the single digits, and look how absolutely breathtaking it is. Individual and utterly stunning.
Thank you, Lady Photographer Sarah :) Love the tips on your channel and will be watching more soon. Your Aussie friend you met in Iceland and came home with many wonderful memories with the group. Take care and safe travels.
Joe!!! So nice to see you on here and I hope your flights were okay!! Miss all you guys. Thanks for stopping by the channel! 😊
The pleasure was all mine. Keep up the fantastic work you do 🙂
I think of a person is first starting out that it's ok to copy similar compositions as a way to learn how to use the right techniques and editing. That way you have something to compare to. But I agree that once you have the knowledge, you should find your own compositions. I would love to go to Utah to some of the desert areas and take milky way photos. There's so many unique structures out there. But at the same time I also want to go to those iconic locations to take my own pictures. But if I was selling prints I would definitely want to separate my compositions from other photographers. What would be cool is to get permission to go on private property to take photos that no one else has access to.
As always, I love it, keep her going!
So bautifull , nice shot 🤙🤙🤙
Great video Sarah! I almost did feel this way but then I went to THE most photographed spot in I think the uk just to show someone and the light was so nice that I had to take a shot, and if I can do something a little different that’s great.. so I just go out in nature and I’m happy and if I get an image I like then great, I’m less and less bothered about social … you just have to shoot what you feel drawn to and try to do justice I guess 😊
Love the video, adore that location and like you, stuck in rut with the same location time after time, and, I'm going to take your advice and explore a little bit more.
It's like bands covering other people's music. Attempting to reproduce others' images can be a learning experience. Then you move on to adapt the things you learn.
I understand what you're saying. I live in Oregon, it's beautiful here but every time I'm out shooting there are a dozen other people trying to shoot there too lol.
I don't think the location is number one, but what you see at any location. As an artist you see things most people miss. Thats a good thing, and that's what makes you different!
Alex Noriega said something like, ‘you can go shoot all the iconic things and get famous quick and make lots of money, or you can shoot what interests you and be an artist.’ I agree, I’ve been shooting for over 30 years and lost any interest in photographing iconic subjects years ago. I know a local guy who decided to get into photography and started out shooting the iconic subjects. He got well known overnight.
Moraine Lake is an easy win as a photographer - it’s hard to take a bad photo of it. I’ve got my own large one on my wall. A few years ago, my son had a hockey game at the Banff arena, and since I drop him off an hour before the game, I decided to pop across the road to get a sunrise shot of Vermillion Lakes (Mt Rundle)…I have hundreds of photos from there, in all seasons, because it’s easy, and in these digital photography days it costs nothing to try. When I got there though, there were photographers on the ice, and another group of photographers (tour?) at a spot I’ve photographed from lots…all waiting for sunrise. In January. I took a photo of the photographers all preying for the sun rays behind Mount Rundle :-) but it was a good reminder to explore more, and try new photo opportunities. I still stop at Vermillion Lakes though if I’m passing by to add to my collection ;-)
I’m limited in travel for a while. My challenge has been to create stunners within 50 miles from home. It’s possible but takes some serious creative eye 👁
Hi Sarah
Just spent 4 weeks in the Canadian Rockies.I am from Australia and I stayed at the Moraine Lake Lodge.$1400 Aus a night.
Why did I do it.Well to photograph the lake.I was on the rock pile at 3am and shot night scape.All over at 7am due to the bus loads of
people who,sorry to say get in the way.
I love Canmore that’s where we stay when visiting the Canadian Rockies which we do each year.
Take care
Sniper Photography
I have only been to Canada in NB, I was amazed by the beauty in Northern NB, I can only imagine what else Canada has in store for you. Follow the muse!
I drove from Banff to jasper, and I can say over the last few years it's gotten dirtier with people not using washrooms. I've traveled between Banff and Jasper for over 20 years, and I've stopped in Banff for maybe a coffee. Lake Louise mostly explore the Bow Valley Parkway stopping along the way and talking to people at Morant Curve. I've stopped in the parking lot of Lake Louise and with so many people I just left. I enjoy the Ice Field highway, might not take as many pictures now but in flower season maybe a few more. People are not friendly any more they get in your picture. If I like it, I'll take a picture, but I may still travel to Maligne Lake, just to capture the Tiger lilies. People need to go back to using washrooms, garbage and other things. This is just not only in Jasper this I've seen in BC and Alberta. Respect nature and get out and enjoy it but keep it clean.
I do not think you are an a**hole for saying that! I love this idea because it is encouraging people to be the unique creative that they already are! Thanks for more great content! ❤❤
This may seem weird because I FINALLY made it to Moraine, but I agree and I've felt this way for a long time. Sometimes we shoot these places for that confirmation that we've shot something the big dogs shoot. Know what I mean? That pat on the back that you fit the mold, you did well because someone bigger than you did it as well. BUT I do think these places are 100% amazing, and need to be photographed. They're beautiful, and you have a lot to add to them as well! BUT, the social media pat on the back that you "got that shot" kinda bugs me. And I totally understand where you're coming from as well, I think it makes perfect sense! Although I'll be sad now not to get that last hike in with ya 😂😢
We all need to visit and photograph the icons Trent!!! It’s a crucial part of the journey 🔥 And I will be around my friend!! Thank you for all the nice comments you say. Appreciate it!!
@@sarahlyndsay absolutely Sarah, love your honesty in these videos!
Well said, I agree that it is so easy to get drawn into the iconic shots. They are iconic for a reason. That said I don't want my photos to look the same as many other photographers. Personally, I have been hiking a lot more but I might be taking that too far. I get different pictures but maybe not as creative as I would if I spent less time hiking and more time carefully studying a closer location.
Still, I have a growing dislike for what I think of as drive-up photography. Been there-done that, which is ok but now I want something more novel. For me, the exploration is almost more important than the photograph.
I just found your channel. Love it so far. I agree that there are very few women photographers that have channels. Nice job.
Thank you.. I really appreciate this and happy you are here!!
Couldn’t agree with you more !
LOVE! the videos. The dresses, you look great! in any color dress. Back ground is so beautiful. Even the snow. Don't laugh, I'm in California. :)
A follower dont have creativity, they follow. So it is not popular locations that destroys creations. You got to dare jump in the strong insecure stream of water, learn to adapt and see other views.
Loved those 2 pics from 9:09
Great comments, Lyndsay. I recently subscribed to your channel simply because I like some of your compositions. I’m not into the yellow dress theme but I get it and I do think it is a lovely artistic touch and of course your brand. But that aside, your compositions are awesome as well as how you process your images. Like many who are on RUclips, we are not watching to find photos we can buy but rather to learn so that we can enjoy the art of photographic image making ourselves. For me this is especially landscape photography. Not so I can sell or compete but simply because, like people who prefer to cook their own meals rather than go to a fancy restaurant, I like to make artwork that I can hang in my home. And as you know, the process - being out in nature and look every so carefully at the beauty - is a big part of the motivation. But when we default to “only” the iconic compositions that others have captured thousands of times we don’t learn how to make and create art, we only learn how to imitate others. So I look forward to see your compositions in future videos. Not so I can copy them but to see what it is about them that I like and then see if I can apply that learning to locations near me. Thanks again and I look forward to what you will have to share in the future.❤
Awwww Dan thank you so much for this comment!!! Wow!! Appreciate it and I completely agree with you. The iconics are beauties but for myself I learn so much more about composition from exploring new places and trying to make something work! 💛
I’m quickly becoming a big fan
😌💛 Happy to hear it!
I'm not a landscape photographers, and I like to challenge myself by making "interesting" composition out of boring/banal scenes, like utility pole, leaves, or destroyed house.
Wonder how many landscape photographers take this approach. To me, most of them depict natural scenes in full glory. BTW, this is not a rant against landscape photographers :D
I was the same sarah I was born in yorkshire in England and my go to places were the yorkshire dales and the lake district national park taking pictures of the iconic places most photographes take I went on holiday to australia and then moved to live there 6 months after getting back from my holiday it has open up so many different landscapes tropical beaches and rain forests in the north and snow and mountains in the south and everything in between so if your thinking of a change of location give it a go you'll be surprised of were it takes you.dont know if you have seen a utuber called fototrippern he moved from the uk to live in British Columbia Canada and wanted a change of location to stop shooting the same iconic places and sea stacks on the west coast so he moves to the other side of Canada to nove scotia were he says his photography has changed form the better.
You are so lucky to leave in that area is so beautiful, but I see your point instead of feeling that way try to make a diff look of those places I know what you mean like when they put a photo I like "no another one", good luck enjoy and stay safe...
Inspiring… makes me want to go and do the same
Seeing and feeling the moment is often better than overthinking it. Sure, some planning is need to be in the moment so when you see it you can capture it.
turn around and capture the dark gray road with some of the lake. Capture the curses.
Sarah… Great images and video as always. I feel the same way about locations I visit over and over
You are lucky to live in such a beautiful location, I spent 6 months in Denver CO in the early 70s and every weekend I was wondering in the mountains. There are two ways to think about visiting the same location, the one you mentioned where you need to go elsewhere to challenge your creativity or you can challenge your creativity by visiting the same locations. But I can definitely see your point, I am currently in Thailand and am struggling finding something new/different to photograph.
I’ve lived in the Rockies for a year now. I was out shooting more where I used to live which was not as impressive. Interesting how that is! Thanks for leaving a comment Alan 💛 Hope you figure out Thailand!!
BTW, NFTS are done
Looks like Fall is finally coming to an end there. Crazy weather. I looked yesterday and it was actually warmer in Calgary than in TN where I live. But, the leaves are changing here and aren't going to wait, so I'm headed to the Smoky Mountains today no matter how crowded it is with tourists. I'm sure you'll figure out where you need to be. No matter where that is, I'm sure you'll make great photos. And we'll love seeing them.
In some areas it is still so bright and yellow!! Can’t believe how long fall hung on for here! Wow!! Thanks for the comment t as always my friend. Appreciate it 😊
Beautiful photography 😍.would you like to see my photos in this November,yet to photograph of the atumn season. Are you go alone for photography I would share some my landscape photography with you insha Allah.Thanks .
I totally agree with you...the iconics have become too touristy for me...get up at 2 am and then you still fight with 250 people...its nuts...and every composition you could possibley do, has been done...no more originality...and then with more people, there is more rules, less freedoms and more garbage and less respect...I'm out...look for locations that most will never see, except for my images, find compositions that can never be replicated...I think you're definitely on the right track...stay original!!
Agree Ron! So well said. I love the touristy spots for everyone who needs to see these beauties at least once and then get out there off the beaten track to explore! 💛
What happens when it's too easy? How to make the most of where you are - it's the story and the depth of the story. Of course - have a stunning location to do it is not needed but it can make it more visually pleasing. What are the factors that your location lends to and helps tell the story? Good topic.
Well said Jenna! 💛 At the end of the day all the spots are beautiful but I do feel I can challenge myself so much more by getting out and exploring!
Hey, slower with the images at the end of the video please. They flashed by so fast that they were virtually subliminal. They're worth spending so much more time on than that.
I live in BC lower mainland area, I just got back from thew Rockies and was thinking the same, just not that exciting as it used be, feels like your banging out the same old same old, year after year. I was thinking to myself this could be the last time I head out there for a while, debating if I want to hit Abraham for the ice bubbles and cracks this season.