John Drummond but Pebbles has the right cute factor.... .....even as she runs around in the house moving all the shoes. That reminds me SO MUCH of a dog we had back in the days who placed shoes all over the house, n never in even pairs. So you could run around for like 20 minutes to find “the other shoe”. A couple of times I just gave up, and went out with a boot on one foot and a sneaker on the other, yes people looked almost so their eyes popped out. But I played it cool 😎 and saw myself as a trendsetter. Never really succeeded though 🤣🤪
The most useful tip for me in just staying put....finding my zone my best photos seem to find me. Your insights are always most welcome... have a wonderful week
I've committed every one of these, especially avoiding going out in less than ideal weather. Thanks for reminding me that making excuses only hurts my development as a photographer. I need the comeuppance, so thanks.
I love your comment about not blaming the camera. I picked up my Nikon D810 used while in Alaska doing wildlife and landscapes. It seems the gentleman who purchased was displeased with it because he couldn't get a good photo with it. I looked at it and saw several problems with it right away, and it wasn't the camera. There were about a dozen idiotic settings on the menu, including being set to take double exposures. I got it from him at a HUGE discount, and it was basically a new camera. The model had only been released three months previous. He couldn't get a decent photo with it and I've garnished several awards with it. It has also paid for itself. When a camera underperforms, the first place the user should look to try to find the problem is in the mirror.
You're talking yourself out of business Nigel (ha ha!)...this is a workshop on a video!!...thanks so much for being so relaxed in your talk...the wisdom is intrinsic..(within me but also within you too)xx so you bring out the knowledge that one gets but then forgets..ie blaming my camera.
Another thoughtful and informative video. Great stuff and images. I particularly loved the baby portrait of Pebbles. Gorgeous. She did make me laugh out loud at the start of your talk about avoiding distractions. She was show-jumping a fallen tree and galloping about around you. Nice touch Nigel!
There is some good advice on here for beginners or people just starting out in photography, I just wish these programmes were available in the 60s (or was they?) however going out in bad weather needs thinking about for a 75+ year old....sitting by a warm fire watching your video is more appealing. Of course I do go out a few times of the year in bad weather but its now getting fewer and fewer, so thank you very much Nigel for sharing your video on here I found it was very interesting again....
The expression "improve your photography" means taking steps that result in images adhering to expected color, exposure, layout, relationships, cropping, etc. When painters first saw Van Gogh's work or that of Matisse they criticized it because it did not adhere to the expected standards and qualities. Those 'experts' later realized they were wrong.
Thank you, Nigel. I just discovered your videos and really appreciate them. Love your website, particularly the Trees section...I love photographing trees as well--one of my favorite subjects.
Awesome as always mate. I really like what you said about thinking about post production whilst you’re actually out composing an image - something I’ll definitely be taking on board. Top drawer mate, looking forward to the next one. Henry. 👍🏼🍻
I just looked, two hours after the release, at your video because I was out early this morning to use the fresh snow for my “Silver Birch Project”. Your 7 tips are inspiring me to return again to my local low land area to improve my “Project collection”.Thanks for sharing Nigel
Super tips on how to make shots better. I admit I had to go back and re-watch the part where Pebbles was darting in and out of the frame...good example of distractions, unintentional or not...thanks again for my Sunday fix.
Nigel......I have several Vlogs I subscribe too, and without a doubt you are my "Number 1" preferred subscription, and this latest video confirms that. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience......as always Well Done.
Nigel, beginner tip that should be on everyone list - Research the camera and lens for what you want to do. I have come across many people that never researched what they needed and just went with store advice. Many then waste money upgrading, which destroys their budget, as did not put in the effort required at the beginning.
1. Pebbles is the star of this show. Awesome pup. 2. Thanks for actually sharing some composition thoughts. I watch lots of RUclips videos about photography and a lot of people talk about why composition is so important but VERY FEW will actually teach composition! Maybe that is because it is fairly subjective and it would open them to more criticism, or maybe it's because they can't sell composition ideas as well as they can gear. I don't know. But what I do know is that I am very hungry to know what makes a good picture, and why one picture is better than another. You dug into that here and I appreciate it. 3. You sure travel a lot. Germany, Iceland, New York, and then there is your California cup and cap. If you ever come to Texas let me know.
Nigel thank you so much for all of your incredibly thoughtful and detailed videos. I've become much more focused and committed to improving my photography by watching your channel. I appreciate the many examples you show, that illustrate your points. It was great to see how photos changed overtime in a location, and the small changes light, and editing could make. I feel so much more confident to go out and shoot! You're right - editing does not make the photographer, but helps them visualize the potential of a shot. I'll have to check out one of your editing videos for more! Again thanks for the all the work and care you put into each of your tutorials, it does not go unnoticed!
Good tips can always be repeted many times so when we are in the photo place the tips are not always you thinking of insted of a greate view and it not bad wether is only more easy to stay home under a dry roof :) 👍👍👍
I downloaded the Snapseed app you mention and I love it. You could make a video of different apps you use if you need content ideas. Or how to use those apps.
Thank you for everything and I, as one of your viewers (from Sweden, so your landscape views are not far from what we have here in Sweden). I’d like to wish you a merry Christmas 🎄 /Wiktoria
Number 5 is so important. I can't tell you how many times I have gotten back from a shoot and looked at my photos and the "big iconic shot" I take early in the shoot is almost never my favorite. Almost always, I look for detailed/intimate shots after taking the iconic shot. More often than not, it is one of those that I like best and the one that gets the most likes and comments on social media. I take the "big shot" and get that out of my system and then really begin looking at the scene. It is almost like my focus shifts and I begin to see things I hadn't noticed earlier.
No5, I try and get out on my own but not being able to drive half the time due medication my wife always wants to come. Not being a photographer ( I’m only starting out ) she will get her phone out, point and shoot. Then she’s off, when I’m trying to spend time trying to get varying shots. I only use Snapseed, mainly due to cost, I can’t use at the minute. Not realised the selective edit part, thanks for that.
Always good tips Nigel the one your gave about doubling the hyper focal distance to achieve better DOF has helped me a lot just with testing, (havent been able to get out recently so looking forward to using it properly) one tip I would mention is when in live view to help with focus over expose when manual focusing when zoomed in (using the 5 or 10 times digital zoom) so that you can see your focus point very clearly, then put the exposure back to where you want it. merry Christmas, look forward to seeing more of your helpful vlogs
Wonderful video as usual! Explained in perfect amount of detail and at a level that all photographers (regardless of their level) can understand. P.S. - LOVE inclusion of the dog!
Here I sit. Browsing RUclips for educational and inspirational vids on photography, using the weather as an excuse for not going out and practicing my skills. Then you stared right into the camera saying "using the weather as an excuse".... I'm really looking forwards to see the end of this vid, but first... Im going out for a couple of hours grabbing some shots.
The shots featured on your DPreview video were all fantastic! I don't comment often but wanted to express how there's been definite improvement in your style and technique over the past year. Keep it up my man.
Great video Nigel. One of the most useful tips given to me was to lie your tripod down on the ground without putting it up when arriving at a location, until you’ve decided on your composition. It’s all too easy to get fixed at or near to the place where you first set your tripod up.
What an educational and funny video. But a little feedback. When your friend goes with you on four legs, then it distracts enormously and I have some difficulty in following your story. But it remains fun and certainly if that is the intention, give your friend a big hug he is your unconditional friend. ;-))
Great video again with some great tips for beginners like me, especially spending more time at one location. I think most people just take a few shots and move on again to the next one. Looking forward to your Glencoe video, as I will be there in 10 days time!!!
Great video Nigel, I always look forward to Sundays to see what's new, great to see Pebbles,,love the pic of her as a pup. Do you think maybe sometime in the future you could do a video on using snapseed and its different functions. Til next Sunday!!!
Another great video Nigel. HA I love how Pebbles is just doing his/her own thing in the background. Makes me want to get a dog to take out on my woodland photo trips and i am a CAT person hee
Hi Nigel - one of your best videos, for me at least. Got to the point where I can take a good photo but need to take it to the next level. Especially relevant for me were points 5 & 7. Have been with groups and been thinking for some time that I feel too rushed and need to be more disciplined and spend more time at locations. The bottom line is really - would I rather have several good shots, or one hero shot that I'm really proud of. The Lightroom bit was really useful for me as well as I'm still going through the developmental stage (no pun intended!). Keep up the good work mate 👍👏 Steve, Perth Western Australia (PS - Merry Christmas & look forward to more of your work in the New Year).
Hi Nigel Your channel is very inspiring and your invaluable tips so accurate. Great presenter !! Love your puppy!! Snapseed does indeed work very well for editing photos on iPhone. This is what I use regularly. Your work is brilliant !!
Number 5 is key... The longer I stay in a place the more I 'feel" it and its light, get into the scene, change angles, begin getting playful, creative, etc. find your zone. Thanks Nigel -- another great video by you! We love ya.
Nice Yorkshire tea, just finished my coffee 😂. Another good video mate I know one of my mistakes are in your video and often do that too 😂. Looking forward to your dpreview video.
Hey Nigel. Just a reaction to your statement that DPReview is an independent reviewer of camera gear. Actually DPReview is wholly owned by Amazon.com. Amazon.com sells camera gear and therefore there is a conflict of interest when it comes to reviewing camera gear.
Great video as always Mr. Danson. One of your tips that I noticed I was doing, starting about one year ago, thinking post processing before I even take my shot. Using the possibilities of post processing as I am figuring out my composition has helped me improve. I have a tip that coincides with and is part of your tip about spending more time in the location. Look behind you. Don't get so focused on the obvious shot. Time after time, the better composition or lighting turns out to be literally behind me. Look around intentionally before you accidentally look behind you as you watch the last four seconds of the most glorious light you have ever seen slip away before you can get your camera turned around.
Great video, very good tips. Loved pebbles running around madly while you were talking about distractions. I’m guilty of not going out in the rain, my camera isn’t water sealed so I worry that I’m going to ruin it and I don’t have the money to replace or fix it. I have one of those bag things to put over it but I can’t get on with it so any tips you have would be welcome.
Great video, fine art is not easy to achieve and few people create truly stunning images. I have been a photographer for 35 years and taken 100' of 1000's of images and have less than 20 images that I would hang on my wall, and thats probably down to the fact I have peaked at my ability to 'see" an image that is unique and where all the elements have come together. Sure you can get some interesting foreground and a decent sky but often a stunning location wont give a fabulous image. I guess we never stop learning!
My thing is I hate going out to take photos when there is no clouds and the sun is to strong. I have recently however forced my self to learn how to use it to the best of my ability
Great tips as always Nigel. #1 tip, and you've mentioned it a few times before, spending more time in one location. It's fine to hop around to find a decent location, but once you've found it, spend several hours there and walk around and look at the change in light, etc.
Great work. Thanks a lot for sharing these tips while providing such great content. By the way, i think the dpreview video is already out. Take care and please... keep inspiring us all.
I would love to see someone using an entry level dslr. Just to proof that you don’t need expensive equipments to take great pictures. By the way, great tips Nigel. 🤓👍
Hi! Gary Gough did a video some time ago doing exactly that... Great images using an entry level DSLR. He's very down to earth in his approach and offers great advice too!
That tip about omitting the sky (if it doesn't add anything) is a great one - thanks! I knew no.5, but it's always good to have it reinforced. Personally, I always go for the obvious shot as a starting point - if something instantly grabbed me, it might be worth showing. But yes, it's important to then look deeper, walk around a little and often find something special.
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Not caring about distractions ... as Nigel's dog zooms in and out of shot, PERFECT timing doggo! 😂
GalaxyDreaming I was just thinking the same. Hahaha, funny.
Haha. Puppers was nuts at the start of video. Made me smile to see such an excited doggy.
@@justinbernard9129 I know right, soooo many smells lol
Indeed I was going to say I missed the first point because I was distracted by him charging through frame... ;-D
instablaster.
"Mistake number 1: not worrying about distractions..." *Pebbles runs around maniacally in the background* 😂🤣
she is the model!
John Drummond but Pebbles has the right cute factor.... .....even as she runs around in the house moving all the shoes. That reminds me SO MUCH of a dog we had back in the days who placed shoes all over the house, n never in even pairs. So you could run around for like 20 minutes to find “the other shoe”. A couple of times I just gave up, and went out with a boot on one foot and a sneaker on the other, yes people looked almost so their eyes popped out. But I played it cool 😎 and saw myself as a trendsetter. Never really succeeded though 🤣🤪
LMAO 😂
Yup, I was laughing my head off at that point! It's almost like Pebbles knew!
I thought that pebbles was on cue - lol nice video thanks
The most useful tip for me in just staying put....finding my zone my best photos seem to find me. Your insights are always most welcome... have a wonderful week
i had a black labrador retriever named pebbles too.. it's nice to hear that name again. :)
I've committed every one of these, especially avoiding going out in less than ideal weather. Thanks for reminding me that making excuses only hurts my development as a photographer. I need the comeuppance, so thanks.
I love your comment about not blaming the camera. I picked up my Nikon D810 used while in Alaska doing wildlife and landscapes. It seems the gentleman who purchased was displeased with it because he couldn't get a good photo with it. I looked at it and saw several problems with it right away, and it wasn't the camera. There were about a dozen idiotic settings on the menu, including being set to take double exposures. I got it from him at a HUGE discount, and it was basically a new camera. The model had only been released three months previous. He couldn't get a decent photo with it and I've garnished several awards with it. It has also paid for itself. When a camera underperforms, the first place the user should look to try to find the problem is in the mirror.
As always, very well done Nigel! Laughed at your talk on distractions at 1:27 when suddenly we see a brown and white Pebbles distraction.
You're talking yourself out of business Nigel (ha ha!)...this is a workshop on a video!!...thanks so much for being so relaxed in your talk...the wisdom is intrinsic..(within me but also within you too)xx so you bring out the knowledge that one gets but then forgets..ie blaming my camera.
Another thoughtful and informative video. Great stuff and images. I particularly loved the baby portrait of Pebbles. Gorgeous. She did make me laugh out loud at the start of your talk about avoiding distractions. She was show-jumping a fallen tree and galloping about around you. Nice touch Nigel!
I know - i laughed when I was editing it... I had no idea she was jumping around me so much!
There is some good advice on here for beginners or people just starting out in photography, I just wish these programmes were available in the 60s (or was they?) however going out in bad weather needs thinking about for a 75+ year old....sitting by a warm fire watching your video is more appealing. Of course I do go out a few times of the year in bad weather but its now getting fewer and fewer, so thank you very much Nigel for sharing your video on here I found it was very interesting again....
I love Pebbels vlog but the guy talking about photography is distracting.
The expression "improve your photography" means taking steps that result in images adhering to expected color, exposure, layout, relationships, cropping, etc. When painters first saw Van Gogh's work or that of Matisse they criticized it because it did not adhere to the expected standards and qualities. Those 'experts' later realized they were wrong.
Thank you, Nigel. I just discovered your videos and really appreciate them. Love your website, particularly the Trees section...I love photographing trees as well--one of my favorite subjects.
Awesome as always mate. I really like what you said about thinking about post production whilst you’re actually out composing an image - something I’ll definitely be taking on board. Top drawer mate, looking forward to the next one. Henry. 👍🏼🍻
Thanks Henry
I just looked, two hours after the release, at your video because I was out early this morning to use the fresh snow for my “Silver Birch Project”. Your 7 tips are inspiring me to return again to my local low land area to improve my “Project collection”.Thanks for sharing Nigel
I had to watch the first point twice, pebbles is just to entertaining. 😂
Super tips on how to make shots better. I admit I had to go back and re-watch the part where Pebbles was darting in and out of the frame...good example of distractions, unintentional or not...thanks again for my Sunday fix.
Nigel......I have several Vlogs I subscribe too, and without a doubt you are my "Number 1" preferred subscription, and this latest video confirms that. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience......as always Well Done.
Allow enough time to enjoy and understand the location and the light. Like this suggestion a lot!
Nigel, beginner tip that should be on everyone list - Research the camera and lens for what you want to do. I have come across many people that never researched what they needed and just went with store advice. Many then waste money upgrading, which destroys their budget, as did not put in the effort required at the beginning.
Another great video. Sundays wouldn't be the same without a Pebbles Fix.
1. Pebbles is the star of this show. Awesome pup.
2. Thanks for actually sharing some composition thoughts. I watch lots of RUclips videos about photography and a lot of people talk about why composition is so important but VERY FEW will actually teach composition! Maybe that is because it is fairly subjective and it would open them to more criticism, or maybe it's because they can't sell composition ideas as well as they can gear. I don't know. But what I do know is that I am very hungry to know what makes a good picture, and why one picture is better than another. You dug into that here and I appreciate it.
3. You sure travel a lot. Germany, Iceland, New York, and then there is your California cup and cap. If you ever come to Texas let me know.
Thanks for this, I have some photos that are "almost great", you showed me what it wrong with some of them.
Man I love your videos. Keep up the great work
Love it, your first point, not caring about distractions.....que Pebbles running across the frame behind you 😂🐶
Nigel fans UNITE!! Merry Christmas Nigel
Nigel thank you so much for all of your incredibly thoughtful and detailed videos. I've become much more focused and committed to improving my photography by watching your channel. I appreciate the many examples you show, that illustrate your points. It was great to see how photos changed overtime in a location, and the small changes light, and editing could make. I feel so much more confident to go out and shoot! You're right - editing does not make the photographer, but helps them visualize the potential of a shot. I'll have to check out one of your editing videos for more! Again thanks for the all the work and care you put into each of your tutorials, it does not go unnoticed!
Good tips can always be repeted many times so when we are in the photo place the tips are not always you thinking of insted of a greate view and it not bad wether is only more easy to stay home under a dry roof :)
👍👍👍
Thanks for all the tips❤️
I downloaded the Snapseed app you mention and I love it. You could make a video of different apps you use if you need content ideas. Or how to use those apps.
Thanks jay - I actually did make one
Thank you for everything and I, as one of your viewers (from Sweden, so your landscape views are not far from what we have here in Sweden). I’d like to wish you a merry Christmas 🎄 /Wiktoria
I love your dog's energy!
Best on RUclips. Wonderful content...but you can actually take really decent photos
Hi again.I like your videos you explain things with such simplicity and appropriates examples. Merci Jacques from Québec Canada.
7:00 *goes outside directly into a tornado--takes an amazing shot* :D :D
Oh my God. I love that pebble photo
Number 5 is so important. I can't tell you how many times I have gotten back from a shoot and looked at my photos and the "big iconic shot" I take early in the shoot is almost never my favorite. Almost always, I look for detailed/intimate shots after taking the iconic shot. More often than not, it is one of those that I like best and the one that gets the most likes and comments on social media. I take the "big shot" and get that out of my system and then really begin looking at the scene. It is almost like my focus shifts and I begin to see things I hadn't noticed earlier.
Hi - from a Yorkshire Tea drinker in Australia !!
Great tips from one of the best in the business.
Keep up the great work Nigel
Great video. Excellent advice. Thanks Nigel.
Another great video, full of useful tips, I've learned so much over the past few months from watching your video's,
Thanks Dave - kind words 👍👍👍
A tip from Simon Baxter as to whether an image works or not is view it at thumb nail size. That is the image people will see on the web.
No5, I try and get out on my own but not being able to drive half the time due medication my wife always wants to come. Not being a photographer ( I’m only starting out ) she will get her phone out, point and shoot. Then she’s off, when I’m trying to spend time trying to get varying shots. I only use Snapseed, mainly due to cost, I can’t use at the minute. Not realised the selective edit part, thanks for that.
Always good tips Nigel the one your gave about doubling the hyper focal distance to achieve better DOF has helped me a lot just with testing, (havent been able to get out recently so looking forward to using it properly) one tip I would mention is when in live view to help with focus over expose when manual focusing when zoomed in (using the 5 or 10 times digital zoom) so that you can see your focus point very clearly, then put the exposure back to where you want it. merry Christmas, look forward to seeing more of your helpful vlogs
Pebbles you bloody legend!
Wonderful video as usual! Explained in perfect amount of detail and at a level that all photographers (regardless of their level) can understand. P.S. - LOVE inclusion of the dog!
love your passion ...great advise ...many thanks great video
Genius way of explaining basics of photography! I love your videos
Another mistake: Watching videos of camera gear you can't afford.
Great video, Nigel! I think I did 5 of those just yesterday evening! Thank you! You really made me think to regroup
Nigel
To the point and guilty of more then one. Excellent video with an abundance of thoughts and ideas to ponder and think about
Peter
Love seeing pebbles. As always such a great video and tips. My hardest thing is getting out and taking pictures.
Here I sit. Browsing RUclips for educational and inspirational vids on photography, using the weather as an excuse for not going out and practicing my skills. Then you stared right into the camera saying "using the weather as an excuse".... I'm really looking forwards to see the end of this vid, but first... Im going out for a couple of hours grabbing some shots.
The shots featured on your DPreview video were all fantastic! I don't comment often but wanted to express how there's been definite improvement in your style and technique over the past year. Keep it up my man.
many thanks
Pebbles is so cute!! Thank you for your wisdom John. 😃
Excellent street photography, too. Great tips, we all need regular reminders
Great video Nigel. One of the most useful tips given to me was to lie your tripod down on the ground without putting it up when arriving at a location, until you’ve decided on your composition. It’s all too easy to get fixed at or near to the place where you first set your tripod up.
Great tips as always. Loved your iPhone tree photo, great light and perspective, shows you don’t need the best gear to get a great photo.
Ever thought of doing a vlog about street photography? There were some cracking photos there. Great tips btw.
agreed. really lovely shots. I'd love to see more!
What an educational and funny video. But a little feedback. When your friend goes with you on four legs, then it distracts enormously and I have some difficulty in following your story. But it remains fun and certainly if that is the intention, give your friend a big hug he is your unconditional friend. ;-))
Good suggestions. FYI, I believe the saying is "can't see the forest for the trees."
Great video again with some great tips for beginners like me, especially spending more time at one location. I think most people just take a few shots and move on again to the next one. Looking forward to your Glencoe video, as I will be there in 10 days time!!!
Excellent work as always Nigel.Would like to see you doing a video on street photography the shots you you showed were really good mate.
Thanks for sharing your expertise, Nigel. Great tips one and all!
Thanks for the insights and the tips. Also, congratulations for the DPreview collaboration. Week deserved!!1
Great video Nigel, I always look forward to Sundays to see what's new, great to see Pebbles,,love the pic of her as a pup. Do you think maybe sometime in the future you could do a video on using snapseed and its different functions. Til next Sunday!!!
Thank you so much for this good and interesting video. 🙏👍🏻
Really excellent video, I think spending a lot of time in one location is maybe the best advice.
Another great video Nigel. HA I love how Pebbles is just doing his/her own thing in the background. Makes me want to get a dog to take out on my woodland photo trips and i am a CAT person hee
Loving Pebbles.
Hi Nigel - one of your best videos, for me at least. Got to the point where I can take a good photo but need to take it to the next level. Especially relevant for me were points 5 & 7. Have been with groups and been thinking for some time that I feel too rushed and need to be more disciplined and spend more time at locations. The bottom line is really - would I rather have several good shots, or one hero shot that I'm really proud of. The Lightroom bit was really useful for me as well as I'm still going through the developmental stage (no pun intended!). Keep up the good work mate 👍👏 Steve, Perth Western Australia (PS - Merry Christmas & look forward to more of your work in the New Year).
Great, informative video. These videos really help out especially because these tips are ones I haven’t really heard of before.
Hi Nigel
Your channel is very inspiring and your invaluable tips so accurate. Great presenter !! Love your puppy!!
Snapseed does indeed work very well for editing photos on iPhone. This is what I use regularly.
Your work is brilliant !!
1:20 Pebs is happy :)
Thanks again for another great video Nigel.
Actually your DPReview video was issued here in the UK this morning, ahead of your weekly video.
Number 5 is key... The longer I stay in a place the more I 'feel" it and its light, get into the scene, change angles, begin getting playful, creative, etc. find your zone. Thanks Nigel -- another great video by you! We love ya.
Great video Nigel - thanks for inspiring me.
I love it how you are talking about distractions and your dog is running around and distracting me from paying attention to you... :)
Ha ha
Totally agreed, I love that green gem that I missed ! I know why , didn’t have my cup of coffee there ,lol
Thanks Nigel and Merry Christmas!
Granted I'm new... but I'm making all these mistakes. Thanks for the video!
Nice Yorkshire tea, just finished my coffee 😂. Another good video mate I know one of my mistakes are in your video and often do that too 😂. Looking forward to your dpreview video.
Hey Nigel. Just a reaction to your statement that DPReview is an independent reviewer of camera gear. Actually DPReview is wholly owned by Amazon.com. Amazon.com sells camera gear and therefore there is a conflict of interest when it comes to reviewing camera gear.
LMAO the pup running around is priceless !
Thanx Nigel. Useful tips ! Merry Christmas🌲
Great video - again. Also, great to see Pebbles back! 👍
I love the dog!
I really enjoyed this video. You really explained some things that will help my photography. Thank you sir
Thanks a lot!
Great video as always Mr. Danson. One of your tips that I noticed I was doing, starting about one year ago, thinking post processing before I even take my shot. Using the possibilities of post processing as I am figuring out my composition has helped me improve. I have a tip that coincides with and is part of your tip about spending more time in the location. Look behind you. Don't get so focused on the obvious shot. Time after time, the better composition or lighting turns out to be literally behind me. Look around intentionally before you accidentally look behind you as you watch the last four seconds of the most glorious light you have ever seen slip away before you can get your camera turned around.
Hahahahahaha Go Pebbles Go! Love dogs. This was so funny😂😂😂
Great Video !
Thank you very much.
all the best from Germany
Maik
Great tips! One of your best videos!
can you do a video on editing for a beginner ? i dont understand editing at all
some intro to lightroom maybe :)
Great video, very good tips. Loved pebbles running around madly while you were talking about distractions. I’m guilty of not going out in the rain, my camera isn’t water sealed so I worry that I’m going to ruin it and I don’t have the money to replace or fix it. I have one of those bag things to put over it but I can’t get on with it so any tips you have would be welcome.
Great video, fine art is not easy to achieve and few people create truly stunning images. I have been a photographer for 35 years and taken 100' of 1000's of images and have less than 20 images that I would hang on my wall, and thats probably down to the fact I have peaked at my ability to 'see" an image that is unique and where all the elements have come together. Sure you can get some interesting foreground and a decent sky but often a stunning location wont give a fabulous image. I guess we never stop learning!
My thing is I hate going out to take photos when there is no clouds and the sun is to strong. I have recently however forced my self to learn how to use it to the best of my ability
Great tips as always Nigel. #1 tip, and you've mentioned it a few times before, spending more time in one location. It's fine to hop around to find a decent location, but once you've found it, spend several hours there and walk around and look at the change in light, etc.
Great work. Thanks a lot for sharing these tips while providing such great content. By the way, i think the dpreview video is already out. Take care and please... keep inspiring us all.
I would love to see someone using an entry level dslr. Just to proof that you don’t need expensive equipments to take great pictures. By the way, great tips Nigel. 🤓👍
Hi! Gary Gough did a video some time ago doing exactly that... Great images using an entry level DSLR. He's very down to earth in his approach and offers great advice too!
Ian Thomas thanks 😎👍
That tip about omitting the sky (if it doesn't add anything) is a great one - thanks!
I knew no.5, but it's always good to have it reinforced. Personally, I always go for the obvious shot as a starting point - if something instantly grabbed me, it might be worth showing. But yes, it's important to then look deeper, walk around a little and often find something special.
Great to hear u been working with dpreview