I'm moved. Maybe its because like you I got to witness a tiny bit of the portion of the photograph being made, or maybe your reaction, or maybe the fact that you're getting to be so close with someone like Tyler, but I can't put it in words possibly. I wish one day to have a mentor, a guide, a teacher who just inspires me this way and to work closely with them on their works. THANK YOU for sharing your experience, and I'm so glad I found your channel.
Mate, I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your videos and videos of your interaction with Tyler. It's incredible to see you grow and learn with every video.
I've always loved this photo and it's so great to see how it was shot. Thanks for sharing. I'm wondering if you know what the eye piece is that he has on his Pentax 67. I"m also "a little blind" and it would be helpful to know.
This photo is 🤯 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!!!!! Thanks for this vid Mike and your openness throughout. Massively stoked that you get to work with & learn from Tyler. And he from you! Go well!!
i never comment on videos, but i had to comment to your content in general i realy love your stuff, great pictures and nice vibes. keep up the good work!!! thanks for sharing your experiences greetings from austria
‘I’m SURE it’s gonna look somewhat to what I think it’s gonna look like, but it’s gonna be totally different’ And the reaction to his photo felt very inauthentic. It is truly a powerful photo, maybe Mike built up pressure in his mind to give the best reaction rather than relaxing and being fully immersed in the print in front of him. Over exaggeration can turn authenticity upside down.
This shot came out crazy! That pre-visualization only comes with years of experience. That's the goal. Being able to see the finished product before the camera is even lifted.
This is why a photo has the power to change things and why photographers should never stop creating. The image is particularly relevant in the context of historical events in the US. For many, it will be a deeply emotional reminder of the way things were and must never be again.
Hey Mike, First Up - Hi from the UK and another new sub. Second - I’ve got so, so many questions right now I’m just going to have to keep some of them to myself and see if I find the answers by watching your videos. I randomly stumbled on one of your recent videos, and was like ‘whoah’ you have a great eye for colour (sorry that’s how we spell it) and, whilst I know some of the starting point for that look comes from Portra etc, but …. Mmmm, something really tasty about your work, and I really LOVE the camera work and editing that’s gone into parts of it too. So I was like, ‘who the hell is this guy?’. I started flicking through your older videos and heard you talking about some project you’re working on and you mention your “first year” of taking photos? I thought WTF, that can’t be right or I’ve misunderstood something. Looked at your website and then started working through the videos from the very beginning (and subscribed). Next thing your doing a shoot with Tyler Shields already - Whoah! I’ve no idea how that came to be, but it’s got me hooked. Hopefully all will become clear soon (and sorry for the long comment) 😉
@@MikeGrayFilm we’ll certainly got me intrigued, especially when I later heard you’d got Tyler as your mentor - holy shit, how did that come off? Anyhow, I’ve been feeling ill and in bed all day, so pretty much binge watching everything now from the start, so let’s see where this story leads 🙌🙌🏿
I don't think this is Tyler Shield's story to tell, personally. Reminds me of Lange's Migrant Mother and how exploitative that piece ended up being, however "legendary." The subject wishes Dorothea Lange had never shot her. Was this Black child and his parent's paid at all? Because I'm certain Shields will end up making money from these shots. Does the child understand the item he is holding up for this white man and why? I just have a lot of questions as a Black photographer. It is 2021 now, this visual landscape being controlled by white artists is tired and I cannot help but see it as very exploitative.
"You really achieve stuff every day and you don't even realize it" - what an awesome father.
As a black woman raised in the south, to a father that integrated the high school I went to... I see him in this little boy, and all I can do is cry.
Thank you for everything!
It was my pleasure. This now makes us family!
@@MikeGrayFilm we already were
@@tylershieldsvideos correct me. you're damn right.
I hope, one day, I will have the chance to see it printed.
Beautiful work!!!
What an amazing experience/ video! I’m glad you documented this process!
I'm moved. Maybe its because like you I got to witness a tiny bit of the portion of the photograph being made, or maybe your reaction, or maybe the fact that you're getting to be so close with someone like Tyler, but I can't put it in words possibly. I wish one day to have a mentor, a guide, a teacher who just inspires me this way and to work closely with them on their works. THANK YOU for sharing your experience, and I'm so glad I found your channel.
Mate, I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your videos and videos of your interaction with Tyler.
It's incredible to see you grow and learn with every video.
Thanks so much man!
I've always loved this photo and it's so great to see how it was shot. Thanks for sharing. I'm wondering if you know what the eye piece is that he has on his Pentax 67. I"m also "a little blind" and it would be helpful to know.
Your reaction when discovering the photo, priceless
Insane experience man.
This photo is 🤯 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥!!!!!!
Thanks for this vid Mike and your openness throughout.
Massively stoked that you get to work with & learn from Tyler. And he from you! Go well!!
Thanks Bryce!
i never comment on videos, but i had to comment to your content in general
i realy love your stuff, great pictures and nice vibes.
keep up the good work!!! thanks for sharing your experiences
greetings from austria
Thanks so much man. I really appreciate that!
This is why I have always loved and been drawn to photography. This one made me tear up.
I agree.
Just came across the image and found this video. This is legendary.
It truly is. Thanks so much for watching Angelica!
‘I’m SURE it’s gonna look somewhat to what I think it’s gonna look like, but it’s gonna be totally different’
And the reaction to his photo felt very inauthentic. It is truly a powerful photo, maybe Mike built up pressure in his mind to give the best reaction rather than relaxing and being fully immersed in the print in front of him. Over exaggeration can turn authenticity upside down.
This shot came out crazy! That pre-visualization only comes with years of experience. That's the goal. Being able to see the finished product before the camera is even lifted.
I agree with you 100%. Tyler is no joke, but WE shall be there soon enough. Just gotta keep putting the work in!
This is why a photo has the power to change things and why photographers should never stop creating. The image is particularly relevant in the context of historical events in the US. For many, it will be a deeply emotional reminder of the way things were and must never be again.
I agree.
Great video. Tells (at least) two stories: the making of an amazing photograph, and your participation. Nicely done.
Thanks John!
Great. Just great (historically, technically, aesthetically, personally)
Could anybody in photography have such a tutor, please ?
This photo is mind blowing. I’m speechless. Once I saw it I felt it.
Breathtaking! Such a telling image, loved your genuine reaction it was beautiful to watch...
5:24 And then this is when a picture is worth a thousand words!
Thanks for sharing. 😀🎉
You are so welcome!
You're making history King!
Such an amazing picture! Breath taking.
I agree. 🙌🏾
Hey Mike, First Up - Hi from the UK and another new sub. Second - I’ve got so, so many questions right now I’m just going to have to keep some of them to myself and see if I find the answers by watching your videos. I randomly stumbled on one of your recent videos, and was like ‘whoah’ you have a great eye for colour (sorry that’s how we spell it) and, whilst I know some of the starting point for that look comes from Portra etc, but …. Mmmm, something really tasty about your work, and I really LOVE the camera work and editing that’s gone into parts of it too. So I was like, ‘who the hell is this guy?’. I started flicking through your older videos and heard you talking about some project you’re working on and you mention your “first year” of taking photos? I thought WTF, that can’t be right or I’ve misunderstood something. Looked at your website and then started working through the videos from the very beginning (and subscribed). Next thing your doing a shoot with Tyler Shields already - Whoah! I’ve no idea how that came to be, but it’s got me hooked. Hopefully all will become clear soon (and sorry for the long comment) 😉
Thanks so much!!! Welcome to the family!! Yes, you will definitely get to know more of the story the more you watch! 🙏🏾🙌🏾
@@MikeGrayFilm we’ll certainly got me intrigued, especially when I later heard you’d got Tyler as your mentor - holy shit, how did that come off? Anyhow, I’ve been feeling ill and in bed all day, so pretty much binge watching everything now from the start, so let’s see where this story leads 🙌🙌🏿
You're crying... not me. *wipes singular thug tear* Love this!
Thank you. 🙌🏾
Thank you
Splendid job all round 👌
Thank you so much for tuning in!
Powerful stuff 🙌🏾
Thanks!
Did I miss something? Was this image made for a specific project?
For fun.
Awesome in the truest sense of the word. Incredible.
Thank you so much Michele!
In one interviews Tyler said that swamp was a set he had built not this shows he was lying about that.
Legendary!
Agreed my brother!
Respect.
Thank you
Soooooo cool!
Thanks a lot!
That was powerful
Indeed.
Awesome
Thank you!
I don't think this is Tyler Shield's story to tell, personally. Reminds me of Lange's Migrant Mother and how exploitative that piece ended up being, however "legendary." The subject wishes Dorothea Lange had never shot her. Was this Black child and his parent's paid at all? Because I'm certain Shields will end up making money from these shots. Does the child understand the item he is holding up for this white man and why? I just have a lot of questions as a Black photographer. It is 2021 now, this visual landscape being controlled by white artists is tired and I cannot help but see it as very exploitative.