I am a female street photography of 68 and started this style of photography when i had to give up work due to ill health 3 years ago, this is what gets me out of bed in the morning ,when i have a camera in my hand i am stress free and the walking keeps me fit , looking forward to your next video Gary
58 yrs of age, and I question myself sometimes, then I realise the exercise and mental health goodness I am getting and I love it! and will keep photographing the moment for yonks yet. Great vid, images of Pebbles superb 👍
I'm 61 and I had my first exhibition last year. I had 3 framed images on the wall which all sold plus and additional print. I'm shooting more now than I have ever shot in my life. You are NEVER NEVER too bloody old. No better exercise than being out with your camera. Great vid again and what a character Pebbles was.
"Even if you are too old ... you've always got this moment now, which is kind of all we've ever got really." Man ... I'm not even THAT old, and I needed to hear that -- and could do a full documentary series just on that truth! And sorry for your loss of your father at such a young age for you and him.
Yeah totally: if you can still walk, you can do it. I did a full time BA photography degree in 2015 when I was 62 (that was a culture shock). Now I'm 70 and I'm out regularly doing street photography. Love your vids.
Fabulous!!!! I'm doing my BA in photography right now at the age of 60. Street photography is my therapy. On my days off work, I am travelling to cities with my senior rail card😂🚅 and hitting the streets. It's an amazing feeling and I'll keep doing it til I drop. Thank you Gary for this video!!!! New subscriber here. ❤
Yeah spot on people who say they can't are just using it as a poor excuse to do what they want to do. I work nights shift but I will work around my shifts pattern. To get images for my passion. Like Chinese New year in Liverpool coming up which I love and it will get me motivated. 👍📷🔥
Great video as usual Gary, I'm 55 and didn't get serious about photography until I was 50, my kids clubbed together and bought me a sony H400 for my 50th, probably 1 of the best presents ever, not because of what it was but because almost 6 years later I'm still well in to photography although for the last 2 years it's taken a back seat, had some personal issues which resulted in my 2 youngest grandkids being force adopted, the last contact with their mum and dad was yesterday and now we are no longer fighting a system we were never able to beat I can get back in to photography, not just for me but also for my 2 youngest grandkids, when they are older and have access to social media they can search for their family. I have thought about starting a youtube channel and my 12 year old granddaughter said it's a good idea, she loves the camera on her so she would want to be the star in the videos lol, I have extra incentive to do something and the end goal is important, also the journey to get there is equally as important and what better way to incorporate photography and videography on that journey, it's going to be a long journey as they are only 1 and 2 atm.
@@LASHMAR Thanks Gary, it's been a very hard couple of years, going to potentially miss the next 13 to 15 years of their lives so when they are old enough to search for us their will be lots of photos and videos for them to find, I feel very motivated, especially today, it's my grandsons 3rd birthday.I know where ever he is today he will be enjoying his cake, he loves cake 😁
I just found your channel, love it. Such an inspiration to just get out there and shoot. Your street portraits rival any studio portraits. I love the interaction you have with all of your subjects, you make the unseen people seen, never punching down as a lot of street photographers do. Cheers mate.
I used to meet a lot of elderly folk through my work. Sometimes you'd chat to someone recently retired-around 67 say- and they would have the attitude 'OK that's me done, going to take it easy now.' But next I would meet an 85 year old who'd just started to learn Russian, or something equally challenging, at the local college. Its all in the head.
After I retired at 60 I started street photography very seriously, mostly character portraits. Now I am 72 and still try to do my best, the only thing is to find character figures less and less in my town and get very dangerous old farts like me because druggies are all around hunting the street hunters (photographers). By the way, most of the "old legends" still were out hunting in their 80-s. I like your stile, look like you embrace ugliness and turn into meaningful. I try to do the same.
In my opinion, age doesn't really matter in this business. I think it's your artistic vision that makes you a good street photographer/pottery artist/flute player/short story writer -- and not age, really. Actually, I'd argue that the more you live the better grip you have on some of your artistic skills. So, perhaps, you could say you're never too young for street photography:)
@@Daylightchronicles hey mate - yeah man just keep it simple. I have it locked in aperture priority. Most cameras I shoot manual and have done forever but with this its more of a handy camera I can take anywhere and I’ve got it set for quick almost point and shoot use - where are you based?
@@Daylightchronicles awesome mate. Ya should think about one of my workshops you’d get so much from them especially on the street portrait side … lashmarcreative.com/dare Rocket fuel for photography growth
Yes, everything is true, everything is true, photography is a way of life, but now I don't shoot ... I almost don't shoot because there is a war in my country, and it changes everything a lot ... unfortunately ...
I am a female street photography of 68 and started this style of photography when i had to give up work due to ill health 3 years ago, this is what gets me out of bed in the morning ,when i have a camera in my hand i am stress free and the walking keeps me fit , looking forward to your next video Gary
Hey Vicky that is so wonderful to hear :) where are you based?
58 yrs of age, and I question myself sometimes, then I realise the exercise and mental health goodness I am getting and I love it! and will keep photographing the moment for yonks yet.
Great vid, images of Pebbles superb 👍
Thanks Ian. Man that’s it. All we ever have is now!
@@ianbutler5262 thank u Ian much appreciated
76 years old, love my street photography, love this channel, inspirational 👍👍
Wow that’s awesome!
I'm 61 and I had my first exhibition last year. I had 3 framed images on the wall which all sold plus and additional print. I'm shooting more now than I have ever shot in my life. You are NEVER NEVER too bloody old. No better exercise than being out with your camera. Great vid again and what a character Pebbles was.
That’s awesome Tony mate :)
"Even if you are too old ... you've always got this moment now, which is kind of all we've ever got really." Man ... I'm not even THAT old, and I needed to hear that -- and could do a full documentary series just on that truth!
And sorry for your loss of your father at such a young age for you and him.
Thanks Malick :)
Definitely Gary!!
I hit 71 last week. I started Street Photography when I was 66!!
If you have a camera you can do it!!
Go for it!!
Awesome my friend
Yeah totally: if you can still walk, you can do it. I did a full time BA photography degree in 2015 when I was 62 (that was a culture shock). Now I'm 70 and I'm out regularly doing street photography. Love your vids.
Special :) thank you so much
Fabulous!!!! I'm doing my BA in photography right now at the age of 60. Street photography is my therapy. On my days off work, I am travelling to cities with my senior rail card😂🚅 and hitting the streets. It's an amazing feeling and I'll keep doing it til I drop.
Thank you Gary for this video!!!!
New subscriber here. ❤
@@Kaycee907 thanks so much my friend and wishing you all the best :)
@@LASHMAR Thank you.
Wishing you a fabulous Christmas🎄 and all the very best for 2024! 🥂🥳
@@Kaycee907 you too 🎅
I’m 70 , love street photography more than ever , try to get to London twice a month.
☺️🎯
Yeah spot on people who say they can't are just using it as a poor excuse to do what they want to do. I work nights shift but I will work around my shifts pattern. To get images for my passion. Like Chinese New year in Liverpool coming up which I love and it will get me motivated. 👍📷🔥
Absolutely
A great one, I am just starting my street genre at 70, a bit intimidating, but fun!
Oh wow awesome :)
Great video as usual Gary, I'm 55 and didn't get serious about photography until I was 50, my kids clubbed together and bought me a sony H400 for my 50th, probably 1 of the best presents ever, not because of what it was but because almost 6 years later I'm still well in to photography although for the last 2 years it's taken a back seat, had some personal issues which resulted in my 2 youngest grandkids being force adopted, the last contact with their mum and dad was yesterday and now we are no longer fighting a system we were never able to beat I can get back in to photography, not just for me but also for my 2 youngest grandkids, when they are older and have access to social media they can search for their family. I have thought about starting a youtube channel and my 12 year old granddaughter said it's a good idea, she loves the camera on her so she would want to be the star in the videos lol, I have extra incentive to do something and the end goal is important, also the journey to get there is equally as important and what better way to incorporate photography and videography on that journey, it's going to be a long journey as they are only 1 and 2 atm.
What a special story Steve and honoured you’ve shared it here my friend :) go for it
@@LASHMAR Thanks Gary, it's been a very hard couple of years, going to potentially miss the next 13 to 15 years of their lives so when they are old enough to search for us their will be lots of photos and videos for them to find, I feel very motivated, especially today, it's my grandsons 3rd birthday.I know where ever he is today he will be enjoying his cake, he loves cake 😁
@@5teve5hilling man that’s tough. And you have such integrity for approaching things in this way Steve
I just found your channel, love it. Such an inspiration to just get out there and shoot. Your street portraits rival any studio portraits. I love the interaction you have with all of your subjects, you make the unseen people seen, never punching down as a lot of street photographers do. Cheers mate.
Thanks my friend means a lot
Love the empathy and interaction between you and pebbles. Great, insightful shots you got out of it too; thanks for sharing.
Thanks Briana :)
@@brianawjames Maybe we could possibly create something out of ourselves if interested in regards to my assistance if you wish
I used to meet a lot of elderly folk through my work. Sometimes you'd chat to someone recently retired-around 67 say- and they would have the attitude 'OK that's me done, going to take it easy now.' But next I would meet an 85 year old who'd just started to learn Russian, or something equally challenging, at the local college. Its all in the head.
Absolutely :)
Feeling a young 65, looking forward to the meet up on the 16th
Mate can’t wait :)
After I retired at 60 I started street photography very seriously, mostly character portraits. Now I am 72 and still try to do my best, the only thing is to find character figures less and less in my town and get very dangerous old farts like me because druggies are all around hunting the street hunters (photographers). By the way, most of the "old legends" still were out hunting in their 80-s. I like your stile, look like you embrace ugliness and turn into meaningful. I try to do the same.
Thank you so much for your feedback love that :)
Cool street photography!!! Thanks!
Thanks my friend
Your channel is fantastic!
@@camerafusion thanks mate :)
Thank you so much bruv
@@CarlRoberts-ps7dm 🎯
In my opinion, age doesn't really matter in this business. I think it's your artistic vision that makes you a good street photographer/pottery artist/flute player/short story writer -- and not age, really. Actually, I'd argue that the more you live the better grip you have on some of your artistic skills. So, perhaps, you could say you're never too young for street photography:)
Thank you … 🙏
May I ask your settings you had when shooting pebbles, great portraits, and another great video
Thank you and man I have no idea. F/2.8 I think shutter probably 800 / maybe shutter at 300
@@LASHMAR thank you for your reply i just got my griii recently still getting the hang of it want to go out and get some portraits with it
@@Daylightchronicles hey mate - yeah man just keep it simple. I have it locked in aperture priority. Most cameras I shoot manual and have done forever but with this its more of a handy camera I can take anywhere and I’ve got it set for quick almost point and shoot use - where are you based?
@@LASHMAR thanks for the info and i’m form south east london
@@Daylightchronicles awesome mate. Ya should think about one of my workshops you’d get so much from them especially on the street portrait side … lashmarcreative.com/dare
Rocket fuel for photography growth
Yes, everything is true, everything is true, photography is a way of life, but now I don't shoot ... I almost don't shoot because there is a war in my country, and it changes everything a lot ... unfortunately ...
Yeah well that is different my friend - where are you?
@@LASHMAR
Ukraine
Please document whatever you can ... so we can all remember and learn from what you saw.
@@Malick333 🎯
@@Vadim.vangog I'm so sorry to hear this but don't stop what you enjoy doing so much
I'm nearly 69 and photographing streets, but never the homeless. ! Think about that....
Homeless people are special