Have there been times when you worked on your images or applied some preset and it felt so right and so amazing at first? But then time passed and you cringed looking at that image and felt like you had to reprocess it all over again? Also, what are people’s preferred post-processing apps these days?
I have had this happen to me but considerably less than I used to. I think slowing down was the answer for me. Also, I have noticed that I'm getting more into adding subtle changes which is forcing me to be more careful on taking the image in the first place. Preferred post-processing tools: Capture One and PhotoShop.
Hi Mitchell, thanks for this video. It actually pointed out a few things I do "wrong". Sometimes I overprocess my images, especially with the details and sharpness. I do like the look of the photos but after a while, I just can't unsee it anymore. Anyway, I use mostly use lightroom and rarely photoshop itself.
I’m not a pro so the Adobe price is a burden. I’ve been working with OnOne for a while and I’m quite happy with it so far. They keep improving it so even better.
Now this is what we call: The Art of Photography. A Photographer showcasing his talent and skills, capturing great photos of people with a striking story to tell to his audience... And sharing his talent, skills, techniques to those people like us to improve more in capturing great photo with a sense and striking story to tell.. Not like those other photographers/photography reviewers/vloggers (especially here on youtube) who are just emphasizing and overhyping the technical features and specs of the camera: dslr and mirrorless... Instead of sharing or showcasing us their talents and skills as a Photographer. But there are other photographers as well that are humble, nice, and willingly to share the talent and skills that they have by not boasting and emphasizing the pros and cons of the camera in terms of features and specs.
This really is a great channel Mitchell. As a traveller for the last 14 years, content like this along with getting a strong passion for photography over the last year and a half really inspires me to keep living the adventure/dream and keep improving my photos. Keep going mate 🤘
You hit on one of the most important points that gets left out of most of the UA-cam tutorials on post-processing: artistic intent. Most videos simply demonstrate how they got their and usually play up contrast and "punch," without ever discussing the "why?" What are we trying to communicate? What are we trying to say? Not all images are try to say the same thing. Why would they be processed the same? Thanks for sharing a more nuanced discussion on the topic.
Another excellent lesson. I don’t tend to overdo my post processing because I like to stay close to the original as much as possible. Thank you for your informative videos that share the deeper meaning behind capturing images; the “why,” not just the “how.”
I stumbled upon this video when searching for tutorials on how to speed up my process flow. I found your tips to be very useful to make an image into art and not just another photo.
Hi Mitchell, I agree with you in not buying so many presents that only works in one photo and not another. To me light and composition are #1, then post processing and regarding to transmit a feeling when post processing what I do is use a digital recorder and record the photo number/s and what feelings I had during taking those photos, that is helping me remember and try to transmit that exact moment.
That is an EXCELLENT point! I've been thinking about doing that too. I have a very good visual memory usually, but I think recording of feelings is a great idea!
You're good , not going just for trends is important to keep the essence of the scene intact. Love your thoughts on photo editing and capturing , to showcase the world as in reality n not out of a fantasy land . Thanks 👍🏻 Your channel feels so underrated to me. Wish you get the audience you deserve and the love .❤️
I think you hit on a very important point. So many people think that cameras tell the "truth" and that post processing is a "lie". The trouble with cameras is that they don't have a brain of their own that automatically gives precedence to areas of a scene like our brains do and that's why often our unprocessed images don't look like how we remembered when we took them. For me post processing is about bringing the image back to what I remembered without exaggerating. I guess what I'm trying to say is that a photograph is basically a visual story that goes through the filter of our brain and it's the job of the photographer to "tell the story" as they remembered experiencing it.
Again a nice no-nonsense video, in my opinion the good advice of not over overprocessing an image is valid for all genres of photography, not only travel. I try to keep post processing simple and Lightroom is the app I use first and the most, then depending on the type of photography I may use external editors (Photoshop,Neat Image, Color Efex, Sharpener and Silver Efex and Luminar).
I used to read your articles on your blog (long ago!!), but I didn't know you had a UA-cam channel! I'm happy I discovered it, now I just have to watch all the videos you already posted.
I have been trying photography as a hobby for sometime and trying to get to the next level ! I’m running 2 Insta channels but I’ve never been able to gain much traction on any of them. I like your editing style as opposed to mainstream “ having uniformed tones” across all the images on Insta. Thank you for doing this !
Thanks again, Mitchell. This will give me a much better focus on my post-processing. Now I have a better idea of what specifically to focus on and what is not as important.
I watched all your videos, I've learned a lot. Tried to incorporate alot into both my video and photography. I really appreciate your content, pls keep it coming. These are great tips for post processing, your so right about the dynamic range of cameras.
Thanks so much for all your videos! They're professional, well-made, and packed with such wisdom and reasoning behind the process that I rarely see on other videos. Your photos inspire me to push my own creative boundaries as I travel and experience life!
Yes. Well. Depends on what sphere you're in. Like let's say that if you're shooting portraits or wedding stuff if might be to make the photo and the person look good.
very refreshing information, I do and edit photos for a while and always only find advise on how to do new techniques or styles, but rarely any logic or reasoning behind edits
I also want to add my praise and appreciation of your channel as travel is one of my favourites. With regards to your tip of getting closer to eye level with the action would you like to comment on how you go about choosing your aperture values.I have done this often unintentionally before viewing your video but also have tended to use too wider aperture to try to put more focus on the actual subject but am wondering should I use something more like f8. Do you have a prescribed plan as this will often be taken quite quickly to catch the action or do you mentally check what the aim is before each shot.??? You thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks again.
Great video, very much what this community needs. Did you hear that guys? About NOT going overboard and keeping it to minimal adjustments? I swear some people fall ass over tit when they grab the saturation/vibrance sliders.
wow !!!! amazing tips and I just wish it would be that easy to do not to mention how awesome the photos are already on its own rights, can I have just a part of your amazing skills of taking those photos? :)
Excellent video and very useful tips Mitchell! I started using Luminar and like it a lot but Lightroom and now, especially, Camera Raw tend to be my first choice for editing. I am a bit heavy handed at times but, personally, I like the results. And yes, there have been many times now, where I looked again, sometimes, it's a day, but now, and mostly, much further down the road, I have to ask myself, "what were you thinking?" I really love the questions you have gotten me to ask myself. Keep up the high end quality videos Mate, you do everyone who'll listen, a great service. Take care and God bless!
Excellent presentation and very informative. Too many times photography videos are only the presenter showing their mastery of the software. In this video you give suggestions on how we can better create OUR art. I always want to learn techniques on how to take/make MY photos and not how to imitate someone else.
@@mitchellkphotos , I agree!! India is one of the most fascinating places that I've ever been to as well! Is there any particular region, festival, etc in Peru? If you get a chance, you can look at my website at - www.wesleyduphotography.com. I would greatly appreciate it! Your work has inspired me. Best wishes!
I'm a filmmaker. And I always suffer while grading videos. I get lost in so many possibilities to change the image in countless ways... And I'm not even sure if it becomes any better after my adjustments. As for me, it all looks good, even in log :)
i post processed initially for quite a while, i now try and get the photo right in the first instance right out of camera.. i hardly process images at all now.. i feel it is cheating some how..
I absolutely disagree with this philosophy. Couldn't disagree more in fact. 🙂All you're doing is letting the camera's computer make the post-processing decisions for you and giving up control. Having said that - some cameras have some nice color profiles and you can achieve great results straight in camera, but yeh - anything a bit challenging with exposure etc. and you just can't do much in camera.
FINALLY somebody who doesn’t yank all the sliders to 100%, into the insanity area, like everyone else here on UA-cam. Subtlety is key ! By the way... Step 1 should be; Use Photoshop. Step 2 should be; Learn to use the histogram.
Hi, I am a painter my problem is to find a subject to paint. I was wondering if you can help me with that? I am not good with technology but ok at painting.By the way I am seventy years old. please let me know what do you think. appreciate you so much. Thanks
great video, i always try to think about Who I AM taking the the picture for... in most cases i take pictures for my own pleasure, and there for i Process the pictures like i want, but for me the sport is to take the prefect picture in camera so the post-processing is as subtle as possible.
This channel is pure talent... nothing is hyped up BUT you still you get the feels... Where in the realm of youtube can you find someone like Mitchell? This is the most awesome tutorial i’ve seen.
Thanks, Mitchell! I bought your package back in December of 2018 and really enjoyed it. Your instruction style is always engaging, clear, and informative. Thanks for your work!
Absolutely. I have a Macbook Pro 15 Inch. Even on a 14 Inch it was fine. Of course, it's not better than a large monitor, but, when you're traveling almost all the time...
No, there's no need. Haha. That would be a major waste of time. I do re-edit photos sometimes, but not because I first edited them on a smaller screen.
This opened my eyes! The only thing that I found ironical, was that I regarded the talking head shots way too washy and warm in a video that talks about post-processing - but it might be intended as such :).
@@mitchellkphotos Yes! I think those shots don't have the character your photograps air. It looks to washed out and I think a neutral white balance would have done better. But it's just that your photos are so good, that this feels as a dissonance.
By the way, the way you describe the techniques you use when editing photos and especially the creative visions behind them, makes me realize that's why award-winning photographs are, yeah, award-winning. I especially liked the picture in the smoke and the other with low-contrast (man and the house). It indeed made sense.
I was expecting your post-processing video Mitchell and I really like the way you did it! Excellent idea to create short videos like this and to release them within a week time! Hope it's gonna make your channel grow faster! Nicolas Castermans
Incredible content! And also you are in my country, I love montañita nice spot! Right now I’m living in the US, I miss so much Ecuador! You got a new sub Btw, keep it up mate!!!
Have there been times when you worked on your images or applied some preset and it felt so right and so amazing at first? But then time passed and you cringed looking at that image and felt like you had to reprocess it all over again?
Also, what are people’s preferred post-processing apps these days?
I have had this happen to me but considerably less than I used to. I think slowing down was the answer for me. Also, I have noticed that I'm getting more into adding subtle changes which is forcing me to be more careful on taking the image in the first place.
Preferred post-processing tools: Capture One and PhotoShop.
Great Video Bro! Keep Inspiring, DDG New Music Here
Wow good video
Hi Mitchell, thanks for this video. It actually pointed out a few things I do "wrong". Sometimes I overprocess my images, especially with the details and sharpness. I do like the look of the photos but after a while, I just can't unsee it anymore. Anyway, I use mostly use lightroom and rarely photoshop itself.
I’m not a pro so the Adobe price is a burden. I’ve been working with OnOne for a while and I’m quite happy with it so far. They keep improving it so even better.
Now this is what we call: The Art of Photography. A Photographer showcasing his talent and skills, capturing great photos of people with a striking story to tell to his audience... And sharing his talent, skills, techniques to those people like us to improve more in capturing great photo with a sense and striking story to tell.. Not like those other photographers/photography reviewers/vloggers (especially here on youtube) who are just emphasizing and overhyping the technical features and specs of the camera: dslr and mirrorless... Instead of sharing or showcasing us their talents and skills as a Photographer. But there are other photographers as well that are humble, nice, and willingly to share the talent and skills that they have by not boasting and emphasizing the pros and cons of the camera in terms of features and specs.
Preach on. Most photographers on the net would make bad chefs because theyd spend all their time talking about their pots and pans
This really is a great channel Mitchell. As a traveller for the last 14 years, content like this along with getting a strong passion for photography over the last year and a half really inspires me to keep living the adventure/dream and keep improving my photos.
Keep going mate 🤘
You hit on one of the most important points that gets left out of most of the UA-cam tutorials on post-processing: artistic intent. Most videos simply demonstrate how they got their and usually play up contrast and "punch," without ever discussing the "why?" What are we trying to communicate? What are we trying to say? Not all images are try to say the same thing. Why would they be processed the same? Thanks for sharing a more nuanced discussion on the topic.
That was the idea. Thanks for watching.
I was not aware about your channel until recently, and the quality of knowledge and information you provide is marvelous .. Thanks for what you do
Another excellent lesson. I don’t tend to overdo my post processing because I like to stay close to the original as much as possible. Thank you for your informative videos that share the deeper meaning behind capturing images; the “why,” not just the “how.”
I stumbled upon this video when searching for tutorials on how to speed up my process flow. I found your tips to be very useful to make an image into art and not just another photo.
Hi Mitchell, I agree with you in not buying so many presents that only works in one photo and not another. To me light and composition are #1, then post processing and regarding to transmit a feeling when post processing what I do is use a digital recorder and record the photo number/s and what feelings I had during taking those photos, that is helping me remember and try to transmit that exact moment.
That is an EXCELLENT point! I've been thinking about doing that too. I have a very good visual memory usually, but I think recording of feelings is a great idea!
You're good , not going just for trends is important to keep the essence of the scene intact.
Love your thoughts on photo editing and capturing , to showcase the world as in reality n not out of a fantasy land .
Thanks 👍🏻
Your channel feels so underrated to me.
Wish you get the audience you deserve and the love .❤️
Very underrated channel. Deserve way more subscribers. We should watch more photography tips than gear review.
I think you hit on a very important point. So many people think that cameras tell the "truth" and that post processing is a "lie". The trouble with cameras is that they don't have a brain of their own that automatically gives precedence to areas of a scene like our brains do and that's why often our unprocessed images don't look like how we remembered when we took them. For me post processing is about bringing the image back to what I remembered without exaggerating. I guess what I'm trying to say is that a photograph is basically a visual story that goes through the filter of our brain and it's the job of the photographer to "tell the story" as they remembered experiencing it.
Yep. Indeed. 🙂
Again a nice no-nonsense video, in my opinion the good advice of not over overprocessing an image is valid for all genres of photography, not only travel.
I try to keep post processing simple and Lightroom is the app I use first and the most, then depending on the type of photography I may use external editors (Photoshop,Neat Image, Color Efex, Sharpener and Silver Efex and Luminar).
I used to read your articles on your blog (long ago!!), but I didn't know you had a UA-cam channel! I'm happy I discovered it, now I just have to watch all the videos you already posted.
Welcome to the channel. 🙂
I have been trying photography as a hobby for sometime and trying to get to the next level ! I’m running 2 Insta channels but I’ve never been able to gain much traction on any of them. I like your editing style as opposed to mainstream “ having uniformed tones” across all the images on Insta. Thank you for doing this !
Great to hear that!
always appreciate your advice michell
Thanks again, Mitchell. This will give me a much better focus on my post-processing. Now I have a better idea of what specifically to focus on and what is not as important.
I watched all your videos, I've learned a lot. Tried to incorporate alot into both my video and photography. I really appreciate your content, pls keep it coming. These are great tips for post processing, your so right about the dynamic range of cameras.
Thanks! Can't wait for the Sunday video!
Brilliant stuff, I really love your photographs and your teaching/presenting style just makes a lot of sense!
Thanks so much for all your videos! They're professional, well-made, and packed with such wisdom and reasoning behind the process that I rarely see on other videos. Your photos inspire me to push my own creative boundaries as I travel and experience life!
Great to hear that. Thanks for watching and push those boundaries. 🙂
Basically, the reason to do post process the way you do is to convey the story and feel than just want to make the photo looks pleasing to the eyes.
Yes. Well. Depends on what sphere you're in. Like let's say that if you're shooting portraits or wedding stuff if might be to make the photo and the person look good.
Thank you so very much for making more videos and for the Summer Special! I finally made the purchase! Looking forward to seeing more of your work.
Thank you! 🙂
very refreshing information, I do and edit photos for a while and always only find advise on how to do new techniques or styles, but rarely any logic or reasoning behind edits
I loved the way you point of things which so many of them didn't wished
Great work Mitchell! Always look forward to learning something new from your videos :D
Really enjoyed the content! I suscribe to your channel. Thank you so much for sharing!
Very well said my friend.
I also want to add my praise and appreciation of your channel as travel is one of my favourites. With regards to your tip of getting closer to eye level with the action would you like to comment on how you go about choosing your aperture values.I have done this often unintentionally before viewing your video but also have tended to use too wider aperture to try to put more focus on the actual subject but am wondering should I use something more like f8. Do you have a prescribed plan as this will often be taken quite quickly to catch the action or do you mentally check what the aim is before each shot.??? You thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks again.
Excellent lecture/tutorial again!
As always, love your video! Such beautiful and evocative photos!
Great video, very much what this community needs. Did you hear that guys? About NOT going overboard and keeping it to minimal adjustments? I swear some people fall ass over tit when they grab the saturation/vibrance sliders.
😂"I swear some people fall ass over tit when they grab the saturation/vibrance sliders."
Indeed a very important lesson,txs a lot!
Light values allow the photo to tell its story. Sometimes - like you say; what is the point of over doing the post processing? Good sense video!!
wow !!!! amazing tips and I just wish it would be that easy to do not to mention how awesome the photos are already on its own rights, can I have just a part of your amazing skills of taking those photos? :)
Mitchell thanks once again for this very nice video.
Excellent video and very useful tips Mitchell! I started using Luminar and like it a lot but Lightroom and now, especially, Camera Raw tend to be my first choice for editing. I am a bit heavy handed at times but, personally, I like the results. And yes, there have been many times now, where I looked again, sometimes, it's a day, but now, and mostly, much further down the road, I have to ask myself, "what were you thinking?" I really love the questions you have gotten me to ask myself. Keep up the high end quality videos Mate, you do everyone who'll listen, a great service. Take care and God bless!
Excellent presentation and very informative. Too many times photography videos are only the presenter showing their mastery of the software. In this video you give suggestions on how we can better create OUR art. I always want to learn techniques on how to take/make MY photos and not how to imitate someone else.
Yes Allen! That's exactly it! These are the steps you should take to make more of your photos. Great that this hit the point. Thanks for watching. 🙂
Two great videos (as usual) in as many days - is it Christmas? Great content, thanks for sharing.
Haha! In 3 days. But, well... wanted to experiment. I'll be taking a bit of a break after.
Great, informative video that speaks to the art of photography. Simple but powerful concepts presented in a clear, uncluttered manner. Thank you
Thank you. Exactly what I was aiming for. 🙂
Love it! Thank you, thank you
Thank you 🙂
Great points. Don't you find the Micro four third format a bit noisy for those great low light shots you seem to do a lot of?
Thanks. Yes. I do find it noisy, but only over closer to and over 3200. Did a video about that. "Can a camera help you become a better photographer."
Great job Mitchel, i have your ebook too. Question, why don´t you change to Capture One still?
Haven't changed 100%, but I use it a LOT.
Thanks for the video/tips man!!! (also the name is Monta ñ ita, with the eñe: Alt+164 on PC or just hold the n on a Mac. )
great video, thank you
thank you
Brilliant content mate. Here, have a sub.
Very good video, thanks! :)
Thank you!!!! What are your top 5 places to travel?
Tough question. Have to think of it. India is definitely number one. Peru now has to be in there too.
@@mitchellkphotos , I agree!! India is one of the most fascinating places that I've ever been to as well! Is there any particular region, festival, etc in Peru? If you get a chance, you can look at my website at - www.wesleyduphotography.com. I would greatly appreciate it! Your work has inspired me. Best wishes!
Really inspiring👍🏻
wow,,its really helps man,,thanks....
I'm a filmmaker. And I always suffer while grading videos. I get lost in so many possibilities to change the image in countless ways... And I'm not even sure if it becomes any better after my adjustments.
As for me, it all looks good, even in log :)
Haha, I know what you mean. 🙂
And personal preference can change from day to day! I feel you, mate.
i post processed initially for quite a while, i now try and get the photo right in the first instance right out of camera.. i hardly process images at all now.. i feel it is cheating some how..
I absolutely disagree with this philosophy. Couldn't disagree more in fact. 🙂All you're doing is letting the camera's computer make the post-processing decisions for you and giving up control. Having said that - some cameras have some nice color profiles and you can achieve great results straight in camera, but yeh - anything a bit challenging with exposure etc. and you just can't do much in camera.
Will you ever come to Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Not any time soon, but I'm definitely interested. :)
Oh my godd
For everyday shooting and travel photography what is a better choice between 35mm and 24mm for a aps c sensor?
I have a video on that on the channel. Check it out. ;)
24 is a great length for general photography.
It is a great tutorial sir
Does your photo course also pairs with Luminar 3.1 which I use ? (I Have no LR)
Thanks for your advise.
Nope. No Luminar. Sorry.
Would you advise it still makes sense and the information can be transferred to Luminar or is it too far off so it does not make much sense ?
@@mvhan911 I am not familiar with Luminar. If it's in any way similar to Lightroom. Then absolutely.
mitchellkphotos well I will try it and so I just purchased the course. I am curious to find out! Thanks for the offer.
Collab with Thomas Heaton. Prease.
FINALLY somebody who doesn’t yank all the sliders to 100%, into the insanity area, like everyone else here on UA-cam. Subtlety is key !
By the way...
Step 1 should be; Use Photoshop.
Step 2 should be; Learn to use the histogram.
Agreed with many other viewers.
You are like a Professor thanks for sharing your knowledge.
I love these...thanks man i really appreciate your generosity
very helpful!!!
Solid advice. Light touch and no faddy filters...
Brilliant info! Glad I came across your channel, new sub 👍
I will try to stay true to the colors I remember when I took the photo and see how it goes.
Best editing tutorial on the internet
Hold on, 2 videos in less than a week! Say What!
😂 There'll be another one.
@@mitchellkphotos omg i m excited. I'm saving money to buy your course.
Great video mate - super useful stuff for all levels of photographers
Cheers dude. Though not sure how you could have watched it so quickly. 😂
I've been using Capture One for the last year. I love it! I feel like it's a stronger program over Lightroom.
Yes, in some ways it it. Mostly I think the colors are richer.
The best video i saw in while now.
Hi, I am a painter my problem is to find a subject to paint. I was wondering if you can help me with that? I am not good with technology but ok at painting.By the way I am seventy years old. please let me know what do you think. appreciate you so much. Thanks
great video, i always try to think about Who I AM taking the the picture for... in most cases i take pictures for my own pleasure, and there for i Process the pictures like i want, but for me the sport is to take the prefect picture in camera so the post-processing is as subtle as possible.
Great content. Want to do less in post and this was a great motivator. Thanks Mitch!
In 7:23 you show detail of the hand - do you not remove chromatic aberration?
Great video with great examples! Thanks!
Wauw beautiful photos
Thank you sir... Love from Nigeria
This channel is pure talent... nothing is hyped up BUT you still you get the feels... Where in the realm of youtube can you find someone like Mitchell? This is the most awesome tutorial i’ve seen.
Haha. You are too kind. 🙂
Really good, thank you.
Thanks, Mitchell! I bought your package back in December of 2018 and really enjoyed it. Your instruction style is always engaging, clear, and informative. Thanks for your work!
Awesome! Thanks. 🙂
Mate i love this. Im subbed.
Outstanding approach
Thank you!!
Awesome photos. That you can clearly articulate the purpose of your adjustments is all the more reason your photos are art.
Thanks a lot!
Hey mate ! Picking up an Aussie accent! Wondering which part of this great nation you are from ?
Sydney. 🙂 Though I'm hardly ever there these days.
Do you find a laptop screen good enough for your processing? Which size is your screen?
Absolutely. I have a Macbook Pro 15 Inch. Even on a 14 Inch it was fine. Of course, it's not better than a large monitor, but, when you're traveling almost all the time...
@@mitchellkphotos Do you re-edit photos when you get back home on a big monitor?
No, there's no need. Haha. That would be a major waste of time. I do re-edit photos sometimes, but not because I first edited them on a smaller screen.
Always check if image is sharp. So often I'd spend time to edit and then zoomed in to find out it's slightly out of focus.
This opened my eyes! The only thing that I found ironical, was that I regarded the talking head shots way too washy and warm in a video that talks about post-processing - but it might be intended as such :).
I don't get what you mean. My talking head in between the photos you mean?
@@mitchellkphotos Yes! I think those shots don't have the character your photograps air. It looks to washed out and I think a neutral white balance would have done better. But it's just that your photos are so good, that this feels as a dissonance.
By the way, the way you describe the techniques you use when editing photos and especially the creative visions behind them, makes me realize that's why award-winning photographs are, yeah, award-winning. I especially liked the picture in the smoke and the other with low-contrast (man and the house). It indeed made sense.
I was expecting your post-processing video Mitchell and I really like the way you did it! Excellent idea to create short videos like this and to release them within a week time! Hope it's gonna make your channel grow faster!
Nicolas Castermans
Thanks man. I forgot that your company was called Alpinca! So I was not sure whether it was you in the other comment. 🙂
@@mitchellkphotos Yeah I noticed that lol. That's why I wrote my full name this time so that you know ;)
Incredible content! And also you are in my country, I love montañita nice spot! Right now I’m living in the US, I miss so much Ecuador! You got a new sub Btw, keep it up mate!!!