The biggest mistake i make is definitely not having my camera with me all the time.. also file management.. dump your card frequently and organize NOW not later. these aren't exactly shooting tips but are very important. Remember you will need space to store your photos so invest in external hard drives.
I had to chuckle at the spending big on equipment segment, and also the advice that basically said, take more shots (Low Shutter Count). It seems that there are a multitude of pursuits where people attempt to buy success. I coach archery and shake my head at some club members who buy bows sometimes as often as twice a year; and I tell those I coach that the quickest and cheapest path to improved success is meaningful practice to develop better technique (I guess the equivalent of increasing shutter count).
That reminds me of a story I heard from a friend: he went to a wine store and found that a very expensive and famous wine was anounced for a third of the original price. Even then it was an expensive price to drink, but he went for it just to conclude that, for him, after X amount of money he was not able to diferenciate the nuances of each wine, he does not had the knowledge and taste for it. And mind that here, in Brazil, when something is expensive, it's REALY expensive!
Mark, Bravo! Many photographers only want to show their best work. I applaud you for "opening your kimono" and sharing your mistakes so that we can learn from them. Thank you.
multiple multiple angles third Sky 2/3 land, third land 2/3 sky ...Move the camera left to right, right to left horizontal shot than vertical shots, as many different angles that you can angle view, down by the ground angle View. then you're not going to be disappointed at the end if you only took one composition photo. I typically shoot about 40 shops of one nice did you and pick the best two or three out of it
Another great video, Mark. I've been a photographer for almost 40 years, since 1982 and I STILL make some of these mistakes. I'm particularly guilty of "low shutter count" which I think is probably a hangover from film days - I used to shoot almost exclusively on slide film, expensive to process, and expensive to print.
I appreciate Mark for your honest confession about the mistakes you made in helping us to aware and improve and avoid those same mistake. That’s a great spirit of a tutor. We respect your opinions in this video. Great 👍 commitment to help us. 💐. You are choosing the subjects of unanswered questions and the ignored community of beginner photographers where we don’t find the solutions. Great work.
Definitely, "what am i looking at?" Is the mistake that I've made for the longest time... Big part of the learning process were your videos, so thank you very much for that!!
I hope people realize how important the point about gear is. I recently met some professional photographers who do a LOT of work that people have seen and they are exclusively using the Sony RX100 - a camera with a fixed lens and small sensor. That really shifted things for me as I realized it's the person using the camera which is far more important than the gear. Now my goal is to be someone who can take excellent photos with ANY gear! I think that is a very useful attitude for any photographer to take. Thanks for the video!
I think for me the most common mistake is to not take enough time to analyse the image I shot and if needed (most times) to take an adjusted position or setting and try a few more. Good tips in this video!
You’re a good guy to show the images you’re not proud of. They’re better than you may realize. It’s clear to me that you had good instincts all along. I’m glad you now have the chance to focus on your art.
I'd move low shutter count up the list, because it encapsulates everything else (except maybe the gear). You can't make mistakes if you don't take photos and give yourself a chance to screw up. Some of the best lessons I've learned have come from being excited about the shots while I was taking them, and then being disappointed once I got home and saw the results weren't what I was expecting. That feeling of disappointment--and wanting to avoid it--is a big motivation to focus on how to improve the next time you go out. Of course, clear explanations and examples like this video are a great way to learn what to look for... you won't improve if you don't think you've done anything wrong. Everything here is spot-on.
Thanks for sharing. Many wise words there. If I'm allowed to disagree in one thing it would be about the timing part. Don´t let harsh light be a reason to not going out with the camera. You can always bring the macro or a long lens for close up and use the light to you advantage or finding places there it is cool shadow effects and if nothing works that day you had at least a nice day out, fresh air and some exercise. 😊
I haven't seen any of your videos before; I'm really impressed by your demeanor and presentation. You address some excellent points here. I'll subscribe, and look for previous videos. (The one two-word offering that struck - and strikes - me as most important is "be aware"...)
At the beginning I only used the landscape oriëntation for the same reason. When I "discovered" the portrait oriëntation, my images started to look more interesting, with less distractions going on. The only problem was that I now forget to shoot pictures in landscape oriëntation when it's needed 😅😅 What I'm trying to learn now is to make less pictures and take more time with every composition and check the photo on location if it is good.
pretty new to 'real camera' photography.. first video of yours I've looked at (by recommendation of my brother in law).. took notes.. and I look forward to checking out more of your content. cheers.
Great tips. I was laughing at so many of your older images used to illustrate problems because they look like too many of my current photos! I really enjoyed the video. Thanks for doing these!
These are all excellent tips. I took so many photos that looked like a background waiting for a subject. I would often be looking at two subjects on either side of the shot. Shooting from eye level I've certainly been guilty of as well, and using landscape orientation. Another one I might add is setting up the camera before going out for the shoot. I spent one afternoon getting some really good shots, but I wasn't aware that I had my camera set for smaller images. I was so bummed when I came home and transferred the images to find they had low resolution.
probably the most useful video of the many I've watched in this channel. Nothing like making mistakes to analise what not to do and how not to do things again. I believe I'm affected by all this mistakes but number 8 and number 1, and I would add about the #5 Low shutter count, spend enough time on locations to try to get the best shot possible, instead of rushing from one place to another.
Thank you for some great learning tips I would just like to say for the 1st 3 years of my photography hobby I used my cell phone and I got more comments on those photos than I did the 1st half dozen I took with a much more expensive full frame camera When it comes to buying camera gear the best advice I was ever given is the best cameras the one you have with you
Great advice. My take away from this, coupled with my own limited experience, is to not become paralyzed by over-thinking composition or the "story" you want to tell. Take the picture! Don't lose the moment. You can analyze your image later and see what you could have done better.
Another mistake that I frequently make is that when shooting at night, my shots come out too dark because at night, when your eyes are used to the dark, you see it all much better. Later, when you are back home and check the shots again, often you wish that they were all lighter!
Mark Well done. I can identify many of your mistakes over the last two years-my Major mistake: Overbuying gear for landscape photography. Going with Squarespace soon after two years of watching three landscape photographers, you are one of them. I do not print my own images. If someone wants one of my images on Squarespace. Does Squarespace provide the image to the customer, or do I have to get another supplier of that image? Any Suggestions at this point? Thanks & Please !!! Help, Richard
What a great photo learning video, probably the best I've seen. You explain everything in easy to understand english. It is getting me interesting in photography again. Thank you! By the way I've just subscribed.
Very helpful video Mark 😊 I’ve been a culprit of number 1. I’ve been made redundant from work recently and now have time to make my photography hobby into something more. I have spent the last few weeks though researching equipment to see which would be the best for me. My camera is a canon M6 mkii so not at all a bad camera. I have a 50mm 1.2 prime lens and a 22mm 1.4 prime. I have just bought a used canon 22-75 L lens thinking it will improve my photography. Watching your video has put my mind at rest to just stick with what I have for now and just practice more with composition and the other techniques I am learning from you and the other great photographers out there. Very inspiring videos. Cheers Rob
Because of a recent injury (dislocated elbow) I had to revert to an old point-and-shoot camera because I only had one hand available to me. To my surprise, my photography did not dramatically suffer. Just so you know, I was mainly shooting flowers and insects. All of this to say that gear matters but not as much as we are led to believe.
Great discussion and examples that illustrated the mistakes you pointed out. I'm afraid I'm guilty on all 8 counts. Like you, I can look at photos I took just a few short years ago and identify a mistake or an error or something that I did or didn't do that impaired or downgraded the composition. As time passes, I try not to repeat the same mistakes. I'm getting better, but still have a lot of room for improvement.
Wow, like hearing myself when training staff, it's all about knowing what you don't know and learning from it. Thanks again Mark, always informative and makes me want to get out there!
So for a starter pack. What is it you would say was must have for someone that is just starting out? Like not the brands really I use Canon but im talking more about types of lenses or grips things like that
Great tips, i think the biggest improvements can be made by getting up earlier in the morning and timing the afternoon to suit. Also kudos for speaking to the gear , as beginners we all want the high end equipment, but even for myself its amazing what my old rebel t5 has accomplished with just a little time and practice.
I agree on #1 while realizing that good gear plays a role. For example, I am a big fan of fixed lens zoom cameras that I think aren’t available today at bigger sensors than micro four third. I enjoy those a lot but often times I wished I had a better more capable camera during the moment. I also agree with the other 7 factors you laid out. Another good video- thanks for putting it together, Mark.
Shooting at the right time, something I am thinking about but wasn't able to accomplish. I shoot when I got time for it and that's mostly not the perfect time. :,D
Hey Mark, I tend to frame my photos with trees. Usually they are silhouetted against the background and have little or no color. I think one reason I do that is that I am very poor at recognizing leading lines so need to "enclose" my subject .
Thanks Mark for those tips. I am more concerned by practice and bad timing. I think it's why my photo work don't take off....Maybe I will have more time in retirement! Cheers from Alsace, France
Thanks so much, Mark, for a video I needed to see. I went out to a beautiful stream recently and I thought I'd taken some decent photos. On review, they were just too busy and I was annoyed with myself, however, I've taken on board your tips and I'll use it as a learning curve. I've not been into photography long and I've much to learn. So thanks from your new student!
Great list. All of the mistakes are important to learn from. "Edge patrol" and "What Am I Looking At" are technical issues I need to better remember. As far as your #1, Gear, well let me just say I am still fighting that one... and not winning. Enjoy all of your videos. Is that a Walkman on your desk?
Vertical orientation is a problem for landscape photography, especially in post processing. If you work on an iMac, you can‘t flip the screen vertically. You have to flip the perspective in software. Hence you lose a lot of megapixels to do so.
Im deep in number one (of course on other too:)). Still finding if I have to buy new camera, cause I use Canon 1200D from 2014 and with procesor from 2009. If I slight lift up shadows in edit - I have noise images, if I increase ISO - I have noise shadows a soft image. And so on. Still think if I can make it something better but it looks for me that is it technical limitations, not skill. Is it bad to upgrade from old DSLR or learn better skills? Thank you for video
Thanks for this video :) so about the first mistake, do you think changing to full frame from crop sensore before 'knowing it all' is a mistake? I did hobby photography in the last 3 years and would like to step up in my game , feeling that full frame is the right step, and of course lot of practice. I'm curious what is your thoughts on the matter 🤔 thanky
Hi Mark, nice name btw ;) Thank you so much for these tips! I'm currently in the process of researching gear to go from a smartphone camera to a pro one. I do feel you're last advice is quite applicable to me at the moment. I'm xpending quite some time comparing cameras that easily cost ~$3000 and that's without any lenses. Still, I made quite some nice shots on multiple smartphones over the last couple of years and currently feel limited by the quality. Sure, it looks good at 100% but just lacks any quality when zooming.
Edges! They get me every time! My issue is that my camera doesn't allow me to zoom in to the photo on live view, only after I've already taken the shot and reviewed it can I see the issue, so it slows up the process.
Just referring back to my question from your on location tips video (14.10.2020): wich tripod are you using in this video (the black one)? Looks quite appealing
Gear matters is indeed what camera manufacturers want you to be concerned with. That is how they sell $3K cameras every 2 years or so. It also lets you say that your gear is better than X's gear. That manufacturer Z is so much better than Y that anyone that has Y is a loser. Gear matters lets one be "better" than someone else. However, it is important to keeping the camera market alive. Nice video!
I love your videos, but I wish you would hold the shots of your photographs a little longer. Often I'm trying to assess the photo and too suddenly the video is back on you. Thanks!
That constant urge to check out ”better” cameras will absolutely hinder your development as a photographer. I’ve been using my dinosaur of a camera nikon D90 for three years and it’s only recently i started looking for something new.
Ha ha ! I've done that at night before when photographing a dark scene and then wondered why I'm not seeing anything when I leave the shutter open for + one minute.
What’s the one photography mistake that has taught you the most?
The biggest mistake i make is definitely not having my camera with me all the time.. also file management.. dump your card frequently and organize NOW not later. these aren't exactly shooting tips but are very important. Remember you will need space to store your photos so invest in external hard drives.
Always not checking all my camera settings before clicking that shutter button. Workflow in the field is something I am always trying to improve upon.
My biggest mistake is also not always having my camera with me
Very helpful! Thanks Mark ✌️
Do you ever regret for switching from sony to fuji ??
Getting low: Easy to say when you are young. I can still get down low, getting back up is the issue.
This is where I find my tilt screen so useful. I was going to upgrade my camera but it didn't have this option so I decided to stick with what I had.
Can you link with your phone to view?
When I'm on the ground and trying to get up(from the ground) I need Viagra!
Greg
Thats funny!
Totally understand, yet age is bliss
I had to chuckle at the spending big on equipment segment, and also the advice that basically said, take more shots (Low Shutter Count). It seems that there are a multitude of pursuits where people attempt to buy success. I coach archery and shake my head at some club members who buy bows sometimes as often as twice a year; and I tell those I coach that the quickest and cheapest path to improved success is meaningful practice to develop better technique (I guess the equivalent of increasing shutter count).
That reminds me of a story I heard from a friend: he went to a wine store and found that a very expensive and famous wine was anounced for a third of the original price. Even then it was an expensive price to drink, but he went for it just to conclude that, for him, after X amount of money he was not able to diferenciate the nuances of each wine, he does not had the knowledge and taste for it. And mind that here, in Brazil, when something is expensive, it's REALY expensive!
Mark, Bravo! Many photographers only want to show their best work. I applaud you for "opening your kimono" and sharing your mistakes so that we can learn from them. Thank you.
Leaving home without memory card and/or battery in the camera.
That's a big one for me I need to start putting an extra card in my bag after I've left the one I usually use in the computer
multiple multiple angles third Sky 2/3 land, third land 2/3 sky ...Move the camera left to right, right to left horizontal shot than vertical shots, as many different angles that you can angle view, down by the ground angle View. then you're not going to be disappointed at the end if you only took one composition photo. I typically shoot about 40 shops of one nice did you and pick the best two or three out of it
Facts..
Another great video, Mark. I've been a photographer for almost 40 years, since 1982 and I STILL make some of these mistakes. I'm particularly guilty of "low shutter count" which I think is probably a hangover from film days - I used to shoot almost exclusively on slide film, expensive to process, and expensive to print.
I appreciate Mark for your honest confession about the mistakes you made in helping us to aware and improve and avoid those same mistake. That’s a great spirit of a tutor. We respect your opinions in this video. Great 👍 commitment to help us. 💐. You are choosing the subjects of unanswered questions and the ignored community of beginner photographers where we don’t find the solutions. Great work.
Definitely, "what am i looking at?" Is the mistake that I've made for the longest time... Big part of the learning process were your videos, so thank you very much for that!!
That means a lot - thank you Vicky!
Don't ask yourself "What am I looking at?" Instead, try asking yourself "What do I want my friend to see?"
I hope people realize how important the point about gear is. I recently met some professional photographers who do a LOT of work that people have seen and they are exclusively using the Sony RX100 - a camera with a fixed lens and small sensor. That really shifted things for me as I realized it's the person using the camera which is far more important than the gear. Now my goal is to be someone who can take excellent photos with ANY gear! I think that is a very useful attitude for any photographer to take. Thanks for the video!
I find not being patient is a big mistake of mine. I sometimes rush to get my shot and I miss steps like edge patrol.
Absolutely! I do the same
YES! Why do I do this? Ugh
My big issue also, I feel I am going to miss something further down the trail.
@@JonStallings Agreed! We need to block out the noise and focus on what we have in front of us.
That’s one of my biggest mistake.
I think for me the most common mistake is to not take enough time to analyse the image I shot and if needed (most times) to take an adjusted position or setting and try a few more. Good tips in this video!
You’re a good guy to show the images you’re not proud of. They’re better than you may realize. It’s clear to me that you had good instincts all along. I’m glad you now have the chance to focus on your art.
Many thanks Jim! Kind of you to say.
I'd move low shutter count up the list, because it encapsulates everything else (except maybe the gear). You can't make mistakes if you don't take photos and give yourself a chance to screw up. Some of the best lessons I've learned have come from being excited about the shots while I was taking them, and then being disappointed once I got home and saw the results weren't what I was expecting. That feeling of disappointment--and wanting to avoid it--is a big motivation to focus on how to improve the next time you go out. Of course, clear explanations and examples like this video are a great way to learn what to look for... you won't improve if you don't think you've done anything wrong. Everything here is spot-on.
Thanks a million - great to hear you enjoyed the video!
Thanks for sharing. Many wise words there. If I'm allowed to disagree in one thing it would be about the timing part. Don´t let harsh light be a reason to not going out with the camera. You can always bring the macro or a long lens for close up and use the light to you advantage or finding places there it is cool shadow effects and if nothing works that day you had at least a nice day out, fresh air and some exercise. 😊
I like that you are clear and concise.
Mark, low is so important ! It gives a look of magnificence to your photos. Nature is grander than we are.
I haven't seen any of your videos before; I'm really impressed by your demeanor and presentation. You address some excellent points here. I'll subscribe, and look for previous videos. (The one two-word offering that struck - and strikes - me as most important is "be aware"...)
Very good points Mark and much needed reminders to improve my photography.
Great tips, you nailed it again, Mark.
Salutare! Frumoase fotografiile, exprima foarte bine frumusetea naturii. Mult succes!
What taught me the most about landscape photography was using a 4x5 view camera. Able to look at the viewfinder and having to slow down.
This was a great video Mark. Lots of helpful tips.
Your videos are so relaxing. It's amazing
Glad to hear it!!
My worst mistake was shooting at eye level for a long time, combined with the lack of depth in 99% of my photos.
Great great video Mark, what a nice compilation. Thanks so much.
At the beginning I only used the landscape oriëntation for the same reason. When I "discovered" the portrait oriëntation, my images started to look more interesting, with less distractions going on. The only problem was that I now forget to shoot pictures in landscape oriëntation when it's needed 😅😅
What I'm trying to learn now is to make less pictures and take more time with every composition and check the photo on location if it is good.
pretty new to 'real camera' photography.. first video of yours I've looked at (by recommendation of my brother in law).. took notes.. and I look forward to checking out more of your content. cheers.
LOW SHUTTER COUNT!! I am a researcher as well XD thank you for these tips!!
It looks like Jordan Lake, Maine at 5:00 minute mark. Good video Mark!
I have learnt so much from your videos, thank you 🙏🏼
Awesome - that's great to hear!
I really like your videos! You're the only youtuber i know which is explaining all the details based on examples. This is very helpful! :)
Thanks so much - really appreciate that!
Handy reminders. Especially #5.
Spending time searching for the best gear will never end...
I'm so into photography these days and glad that i found your channel 😎
nobody is going to mention that sick "Sports" Walkman?? :) Thanks, man! Enjoying the content.
Great tips. I was laughing at so many of your older images used to illustrate problems because they look like too many of my current photos! I really enjoyed the video. Thanks for doing these!
You bet and thanks for checking it out!
Amazing video - seeing myself commit to a lot of the same mistakes
"it is the Archer not the Arrow " a bit of knowledge I picked up many years ago - good video
This was a very helpful video, I appreciate the tips! Thank you.
Excellent tips and will certainly use them. Thanks! ;👌
These are all excellent tips. I took so many photos that looked like a background waiting for a subject. I would often be looking at two subjects on either side of the shot. Shooting from eye level I've certainly been guilty of as well, and using landscape orientation. Another one I might add is setting up the camera before going out for the shoot. I spent one afternoon getting some really good shots, but I wasn't aware that I had my camera set for smaller images. I was so bummed when I came home and transferred the images to find they had low resolution.
probably the most useful video of the many I've watched in this channel. Nothing like making mistakes to analise what not to do and how not to do things again. I believe I'm affected by all this mistakes but number 8 and number 1, and I would add about the #5 Low shutter count, spend enough time on locations to try to get the best shot possible, instead of rushing from one place to another.
Yes, that’s a great addition as well!
Thank you for some great learning tips I would just like to say for the 1st 3 years of my photography hobby I used my cell phone and I got more comments on those photos than I did the 1st half dozen I took with a much more expensive full frame camera When it comes to buying camera gear the best advice I was ever given is the best cameras the one you have with you
Great tips as usual, well done
Thanks so much, I am guilty of all these mistakes! 😭
Great tips Mark, thanks.
Great advice. My take away from this, coupled with my own limited experience, is to not become paralyzed by over-thinking composition or the "story" you want to tell. Take the picture! Don't lose the moment. You can analyze your image later and see what you could have done better.
Another mistake that I frequently make is that when shooting at night, my shots come out too dark because at night, when your eyes are used to the dark, you see it all much better.
Later, when you are back home and check the shots again, often you wish that they were all lighter!
Mark Well done. I can identify many of your mistakes over the last two years-my Major mistake: Overbuying gear for landscape photography. Going with Squarespace soon after two years of watching three landscape photographers, you are one of them. I do not print my own images. If someone wants one of my images on Squarespace. Does Squarespace provide the image to the customer, or do I have to get another supplier of that image? Any Suggestions at this point? Thanks & Please !!! Help, Richard
Again great info ,
Probably one of the best beginner's
Like myself
Thanks
Just getting into this hobby and totally relate to these mistakes, especially no. 1. Thanks!
Thank you Mark I found this very useful and recognise that I 'm nearly all the same mistakes. Thank you again..
What a great photo learning video, probably the best I've seen. You explain everything in easy to understand english. It is getting me interesting in photography again. Thank you! By the way I've just subscribed.
Very helpful video Mark 😊 I’ve been a culprit of number 1. I’ve been made redundant from work recently and now have time to make my photography hobby into something more. I have spent the last few weeks though researching equipment to see which would be the best for me. My camera is a canon M6 mkii so not at all a bad camera. I have a 50mm 1.2 prime lens and a 22mm 1.4 prime. I have just bought a used canon 22-75 L lens thinking it will improve my photography. Watching your video has put my mind at rest to just stick with what I have for now and just practice more with composition and the other techniques I am learning from you and the other great photographers out there. Very inspiring videos.
Cheers Rob
Because of a recent injury (dislocated elbow) I had to revert to an old point-and-shoot camera because I only had one hand available to me. To my surprise, my photography did not dramatically suffer. Just so you know, I was mainly shooting flowers and insects. All of this to say that gear matters but not as much as we are led to believe.
Great discussion and examples that illustrated the mistakes you pointed out. I'm afraid I'm guilty on all 8 counts. Like you, I can look at photos I took just a few short years ago and identify a mistake or an error or something that I did or didn't do that impaired or downgraded the composition. As time passes, I try not to repeat the same mistakes. I'm getting better, but still have a lot of room for improvement.
Wow, like hearing myself when training staff, it's all about knowing what you don't know and learning from it. Thanks again Mark, always informative and makes me want to get out there!
Many thanks Donna! Great to hear you enjoyed it
So for a starter pack. What is it you would say was must have for someone that is just starting out? Like not the brands really I use Canon but im talking more about types of lenses or grips things like that
Great advice as always.
Really enjoy your tips and honesty in sharing your mistakes, some good advise in your presentation, thank you.
Many thanks Ross - happy to hear you enjoyed the video!
Great tips, i think the biggest improvements can be made by getting up earlier in the morning and timing the afternoon to suit. Also kudos for speaking to the gear , as beginners we all want the high end equipment, but even for myself its amazing what my old rebel t5 has accomplished with just a little time and practice.
This video has invaluable advice. thank you so much for doing this.
Glad to do it and thank you for watching!
Thank you Mark - as usual I learned a lot. Excellent info.
Great points, thanks for sharing.
Glad to do it and thank YOU for watching!
I agree on #1 while realizing that good gear plays a role. For example, I am a big fan of fixed lens zoom cameras that I think aren’t available today at bigger sensors than micro four third. I enjoy those a lot but often times I wished I had a better more capable camera during the moment. I also agree with the other 7 factors you laid out. Another good video- thanks for putting it together, Mark.
Happy to do it and a big thanks to you for checking it out!
@@MarkDenneyPhoto Sure thing! Hope your 2021 travel plans bring you to WA State for some incredible landscapes.
Very nice information thank you
Shooting at the right time, something I am thinking about but wasn't able to accomplish. I shoot when I got time for it and that's mostly not the perfect time. :,D
great session
Bloody good advices !
Hey Mark, I tend to frame my photos with trees. Usually they are silhouetted against the background and have little or no color. I think one reason I do that is that I am very poor at recognizing leading lines so need to "enclose" my subject .
I love a good tree framed image!
@@MarkDenneyPhoto "good" being the operative word :-)
Thanks Mark for those tips. I am more concerned by practice and bad timing. I think it's why my photo work don't take off....Maybe I will have more time in retirement!
Cheers from Alsace, France
Thanks so much, Mark, for a video I needed to see. I went out to a beautiful stream recently and I thought I'd taken some decent photos. On review, they were just too busy and I was annoyed with myself, however, I've taken on board your tips and I'll use it as a learning curve. I've not been into photography long and I've much to learn. So thanks from your new student!
Happy to do it and a big thanks to you for watching!
Great tips. I have started using the getting lower tip a lot in the last several months.
great tips! Where did you get that lamp in the background from?
I am a researcher as well. I too need more hands on to implement all the things in my brain
Great tips. Im still geting away with photos like yours in 9:54 so i hope this tips gonna make me do my photos a little better. Thank you.
Great list. All of the mistakes are important to learn from. "Edge patrol" and "What Am I Looking At" are technical issues I need to better remember. As far as your #1, Gear, well let me just say I am still fighting that one... and not winning. Enjoy all of your videos. Is that a Walkman on your desk?
It sure is😁
Recognise so many of those. Thanks, that’s helpful
Glad to hear it was - thanks Richard!
Thanks!
I have a question concerning the "International Landscape Photographer of the Year". Do they allow "sky swapping" and if not, how can they tell?
The first example image from mistake #2... was that taken from the Blue Ridge Parkway?
Thanks Mark. Great suggestions. I’ll treasure it. I ll follow you on IG. Have a great day. Max
Awesome - thanks so much!
Vertical orientation is a problem for landscape photography, especially in post processing. If you work on an iMac, you can‘t flip the screen vertically. You have to flip the perspective in software. Hence you lose a lot of megapixels to do so.
Great advise
Im deep in number one (of course on other too:)). Still finding if I have to buy new camera, cause I use Canon 1200D from 2014 and with procesor from 2009. If I slight lift up shadows in edit - I have noise images, if I increase ISO - I have noise shadows a soft image. And so on. Still think if I can make it something better but it looks for me that is it technical limitations, not skill. Is it bad to upgrade from old DSLR or learn better skills? Thank you for video
I’d say improve your skills first and then upgrade your camera.
Thanks for this video :) so about the first mistake, do you think changing to full frame from crop sensore before 'knowing it all' is a mistake? I did hobby photography in the last 3 years and would like to step up in my game , feeling that full frame is the right step, and of course lot of practice. I'm curious what is your thoughts on the matter 🤔 thanky
Is that a Sony Sportsman next to you? I loved that thing, listened to it every day on the school bus in the late 80’s early 90’s.
Yep - it was mine when I was growing up👍
Hi Mark, nice name btw ;)
Thank you so much for these tips! I'm currently in the process of researching gear to go from a smartphone camera to a pro one. I do feel you're last advice is quite applicable to me at the moment. I'm xpending quite some time comparing cameras that easily cost ~$3000 and that's without any lenses. Still, I made quite some nice shots on multiple smartphones over the last couple of years and currently feel limited by the quality. Sure, it looks good at 100% but just lacks any quality when zooming.
Edges! They get me every time! My issue is that my camera doesn't allow me to zoom in to the photo on live view, only after I've already taken the shot and reviewed it can I see the issue, so it slows up the process.
That would be a great feature in future camera tech👍
Thanks so much for this. I learned a lot from your mistakes. :)
Much appreciated 💖 💖.
Thanks!!!!!!!
Thank YOU Terry!
Leaving too soon. The sky catching fire in the rear view mirror is depressing
Oh yeah - thats the worst feeling!
Just referring back to my question from your on location tips video (14.10.2020): wich tripod are you using in this video (the black one)? Looks quite appealing
It’s the Really Right Stuff TVC34L and BH-40 Ballhead👍
Gear matters is indeed what camera manufacturers want you to be concerned with. That is how they sell $3K cameras every 2 years or so. It also lets you say that your gear is better than X's gear. That manufacturer Z is so much better than Y that anyone that has Y is a loser. Gear matters lets one be "better" than someone else. However, it is important to keeping the camera market alive. Nice video!
I am good at most of these tips, except getting lower than eye level.. that is something I must work on more often..
its a game changer for sure, I even changed my tripod to have one without the middle column so I could get as low as possible :)
I love your videos, but I wish you would hold the shots of your photographs a little longer. Often I'm trying to assess the photo and too suddenly the video is back on you. Thanks!
I feel like the UK sucks for landscape photography, looking at all these places you’ve been too makes me jealous.
We are definitely spoiled in the US that’s for sure
That constant urge to check out ”better” cameras will absolutely hinder your development as a photographer.
I’ve been using my dinosaur of a camera nikon D90 for three years and it’s only recently i started looking for something new.
Honorary Mistake: Ensure that you take the lens cap off 🤣
Ha ha ! I've done that at night before when photographing a dark scene and then wondered why I'm not seeing anything when I leave the shutter open for + one minute.
Don't fully agree with a couple of these but as always the Jedi Master has imparted great knowledge on us. We are all better thanks to your teachings.