I Have a Problem with Other Photographers (I Wish I Didn't!)
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Introversion and thoughtful art like photography go hand in hand it seems.
It's not just being an introvert...Its being creative. The solitude generates relaxation which generates creativity ... The creative eye...the feeling of mood...
Sometimes it's nice find other photographers there, especially if they are OK to chat (and obviously don't just turn up and pitch up in front of you). You're there to capture the same thing and it can be nice to share that with someone.
Sometimes its other photographers who have problems with Pro photographers doing movie selfies, there is enough room on the hills for everybody! Thank you for your views on this matter! You got some great pictures again well done!
Even more annoying are those with drones too
Could not agree with you more. Also, who wants to take the same picture 8 million other people took? To me that's part of photography, finding that picture that the masses missed.
Exactly! Whilst I love seeing some iconic hot spots, I try too avoid recycling the same images that others take! 😂
I do think there’s a bit of process involved for many photographers which involves building confidence and experience through going to well known photography locations. This enables us to take shots we’re happy with and helps us learn more about composition and technique. This in turn builds confidence and desire to step away from the well beaten track and find locations, compositions and style which are more unique.
And as photographers we all like to capture that perfect and unique shot. Maybe that’s one reason why many of us prefer solitude rather than mixing in with the crowd. Plus of course it’s just nice to enjoy the peace and quiet of beautiful countryside.
I think we photographers prefer solitude when composing and taking our favourite pictures. That isn’t a ‘weakness’, it’s just part of who we are. I think, too, that we like to think that we are getting that unique photo so there is a competitive element to what we do.
That's why I photograph places no one would go....I totally agree with you..I never read " Best places to photograph articles " cheers for video,great watching
I relate with what you’re saying. I love talking about gear, locations etc with other photographers, at times! But I think being alone with just the camera is part of the process I love best. It’s a very personal moment with nature at its best (hopefully). Keep up the great work and wishing you a happy new year.
I can totally relate. I love the nature. It's my therapy. But even more I love the solitude. An escape from hypocrisy, ignorance and envy.
Could not agree more, I love being alone in the outdoors doing landscape photography
I can totally relate. And when I think of how many other you tube photographers I've heard gleefully say something like, "it's a beautiful morning and there's no one around" I always smile.
Love being out on my own and getting away from everyone else. But still happy to chat and share knowledge when I come across someone.
Love the drone shots! -and the photos as always.
I can relate to your "problem" as I like to be alone and I hate crowds. When I am out and about with my camera, I generally talk to people who are interested in what I do when they approach me, but I am hesitant to stand alongside other photographers which is my lack of confidence! Great video and lovely photos Henry.
Not nonsense, I can totally relate to what you are saying about being alone while finding that special place for images. Great images by the way!
So relatable. There's something great about getting out and hearing nothing but the sound of the wind!
Creativity is better alone, with the added bonus of not missing that killer shot, because of outside distractions. Passion really comes across matey. I’d really fancy my 100-400 in that location.
UA-cam is full of introverts. I love all of you. Thank you for speaking up !
I love getting up high and picking out compositions with the telephoto lens. It makes a tough walk worthwhile because you come away with lots of photos from one trip. With a wide angle, you take two or three and you’re done with the location. Put the tele on and get another dozen shots.
I totally get you Henry, and to share a quote from Aussie landscape photographer Steve Parish: "Solitude Heals - Stillness and solitude are bedfellows for inner peace, a powerful source of creativity"
Absolutely Henry, I leg it when I see other photographers heading towards me. I like to be in the moment, not only recording what I see but also being immersed in it. Shoulder to shoulder is not something I enjoy when I'm out in nature. Human chatter just ruins the moment and distracts from my enjoyment of my passion.
I find it wholesome to be alone the greater part of the time. To be in company, even with the best, is soon wearisome and dissipating. I love to be alone. I never found the companion that was so companionable as solitude.
Henry David Thoreau
I'm very much an introvert, so I don't mind be out alone with my camera, but I find that I do enjoy being with other photographers too. I consider myself a 'situational extrovert' because if the situation is right, I really enjoy it, but most of the time I don't want to be around people. Give me a topic, such as photography, that I like and know something about, then I'm happy to be part of the discussion with the people around me.
Think you’ll find Henry many of us share the same feelings. I’m an introvert by nature and I value the time to be out with the camera on my own. Lovely images this week too
I wasn't like that, but as I got older, I prefer photography alone. It's peaceful. It's the only time I have to myself. Love your channel. Keep up the good work. Watching from Miami, FL.
I am no professional photographer and I like talking about photography but NOT when I am out shooting photos. I need the solitude.
I totally agree Henry, I see our local photographers taking the same shots from the same places repeatedly. Those places are often crowded with photographers. Why I don’t know but there doesn’t seem to be the initiative to venture out to experiment with new places and subject matter, to be creative and individual. Not me, I shy away from the popular beauty spots for new opportunities, just as awesome. So your definitely not alone, good luck to you!
I like to walk along by myself also. Sometimes when I see another photographer they will smile and nod or ask if I've seen anything, birds or whatever. Usually there's not a lot of conversation lol! Maybe they are the same way.
You're not alone in that feeling. I dislike having other photographers near me too. I'm glad that I see them out there, because we are the same kind of people and it feels good to find that moment of comradery, but that only lasts for a tiny, little moment. I'd rather do my own thing alone as it gives me more joy that way and I can really step into that magic zone of happiness and creativity. Thanks for this video.
I relate well to what you are saying. One (of many) problems of "Hot Spot" photography can be that you end up comparing your image with the other thousands of images taken from the same spot. This is folly because your image is never going to be the same , you may be there at a different time of day/month/year, the weather and light is going to be different, so may different aspects. The danger then is you either think your image is rubbish or the other image is rubbish. Photography should always be first and foremost the love of taken the image and the only real competition is between yourself and looking to find ways to improve your skills. It's good to take inspiration from others and learn from them and so maybe the odd "Hot Spot" shot for comparison is useful from a learning point, but never, I feel, from a competitive point.
Broski, it's okay to be introverted, it's okay to be extroverted :) I'm glad you found a place to shoot that makes you feel good.
I too agree with you. I do my best to not go to the popular spots in national and state parks. I want to make fotos that have not been done a million times. I only go out during the week to avoid weekend crowds.
Totally with you on this. If I find another photographer in a spot I won’t even stop to take a photo - usually I don’t meet many as walk-in more remote locations for my pics
Going out and taking photos by myself is therapeutic and almost meditative for me. No are not alone :)
I always have loved the outdoors. Photography did come later.
I am the same way, introverted photographer. I used to do landscapes in Banff National Park but I had to stop with the crowds being huge and now I do open prairie stuff. One thing I found is that the desire to be alone while taking photos gets worse / stronger as I get older.
Solitude with my camera is my ideaof heaven.
I agree. I prefer to just look for places myself and try things when I see what I like
Im with you on avoiding crowds and groups - although I enjoy being with one person while Im out - its nice to share those vistas
You should not think twice about what you say about being alone, and I'm glad you say it. As one famous photographer once said: - Photography is a solitude endeavour.
He also said: - When you walk around with other photographers, you will surely miss a good motif in conversation.
So, don't be afraid to flash your thoughts about this, because as me, I also enjoy the research before I go out to a spot, and when I do, I'm in my "Photography Bubble" and that is a very nice place to be, on my own.
A number of years ago, when I was still shooting with a pocket camera, I had the opportunity to hike Yosemite with a friend who is a professional camera. I spent the first mile studiously avoiding wherever he was setting up a shot and going to stand somewhere else. "Don't worry," he said, once he noticed. "You *can't* see it the same way. Shoot from wherever you want." Of course, we were shooting completely different gear too. ;)
I'm also an introvert. If I'm shooting I want to think about what I'm doing. I don't like to interrupt others. I think giving each other space is important.
I feel ya brother! I got into photography for the outdoors and to get away from people. Yup, I’m an introvert and not trying to sound aloof, antisocial or righteous. I recharge myself by being with myself.
Totally agree with you Henry....I am very independent and that's what I love about photography, we are out generally when most aren't 😉
I too appreciate the solitude of solo shooting! But now and then it's nice to have companionship who share similar interests. I will avoid the crowds though. Rarely am I partaking of venues with large numbers of people. It's sort of an introvert characteristic I suppose. Love your sincere enthusiasm Henry. I think your genuine manner, along with your photo skills and beautiful landscape explorations of course, really help make your channel very appealing.
I'm with you. Sometimes i want it to be "Mine" not "ours".
I feel exactly what you described, Henry! There’s little I enjoy more than finding myself alone with my camera in a beautiful location - it feeds my soul - and, I believe, it’s a fairly common trait amongst landscape photographers.
As always, inspired by your passion and enthusiasm for the craft and love the cracking images!
I'm sorry, I can't quite grasp how that activity provides nutrition for the underside of your shoes 😁
@@davidf6326 good spot and genuinely humorous comment. Thanks 😊
Thanks Henry for sharing your experience with great comments...I do agree that this seems to apply more to landscape photographers as I never see many people in their videos I watch.....also not many people around at that early time of the day.... great pics & great location.. cheers from Australia 😀
I agree 100% ! I travel from SA all the way to Utah and Arizona, just to find so many people at Horseshoe....taking selfies with phones. I couldn't even put up my tripod! Beautiful photos you took...as usual!
Very relatable mate. I put it down to personality type. Some people love group settings, I love my own company.
I'm not sure I think, that much, about other what other photographers are doing. The reason is that, I think, virtually every image captured is an original. Even if I take a shot one second apart, of the same scene, with the same settings, it's always a different point in time. In that respect I've captured that image, at that point in time, that will never ever happen again. It's what gives me joy, and motivates me to get out and shoot, it defines mortality. It's what I love about photography!
What an amazing morning and stunning views. Why would you want to share that peace that you get from nature with someone else. I find that when I'm out in the countryside, it's my time to ground myself, to wash away the busyness of work where I'm 'performing' with/for customers all day. The solitude is my antidote to that. Beautiful photos Henry, made all the better by your sheer enthusiasm.
So, I have the same challenges with other photographers...you're definitely not alone. I think (for me) it's because visual arts are such a right-brained function, that the social and communication skills controlled by the left hemisphere of my brain can't do its thing without turning off the right side. That back-and-forth between the two sides of my brain is EXTREMELY frustrating and I never feel like my photos are quite as good when I have to constantly switch gears and talk to someone. I'm I'm just going through the motions and snapping photos, it's no problem...it's when that true creative element is there.
Depends how long youre in an area for. If you’re travelling through and only have one chance to get a shot, best to go for a well-known location. If you keep going back or live there, it obviously makes more sense to explore further.
Definitely agree love to be alone and peaceful away from everyone else. I enjoy all types and at time when I'm on a boardwalk photographing birds, it's great to have others there pointing/identifying bird that I may have missed.
Hello Henry, I feel the same way as well, I like people just not all the time (I'm a receptionist in a caravan park, this is our busiest time of the year, we're getting swamped.) I enjoy getting out as often as possible by myself with the camera.
Honeypots are great if a person is just feeling a bit lazy on the day, but I think for originality, you've got to seek out the quieter spots.
Like you I'm quite an introvert, and totally agree with what you said at the start of the vlog. I don't mind a handful of other photographers at a location. 6 is about my limit, generally because everyone does their own thing, it also feels friendlier. When it becomes a larger group, I find myself looking for an escape or rush myself, as it can feel like I'm in the way, even if I'd arrived before anyone else.
Yes, Henry, I can 💯 relate! I also am a desperately introverted guy who absolutely loves to take photos alone.
Your energy and enthusiasm is all inspiring! I enjoy your content! Keep up the good work! 🙏💙
Henry, your enthusiasm is still contagious and your photography just keeps getting better. Happy New Year!
Unfortunately for me as a disabled person. I’m really grateful for the hotspots that are easy to get to! I need 2 walking sticks and a lightweight folding chair! I wish I could get to some of those areas off the beaten track!
I can totally relate !! Those are the moments I appreciate and cherish. Alone in nature brings me that connection and balance that my life needs and I enjoy every second of it. Best wishes for 2023 😊
Great video Henry and lovely images. re other photographers, the peak district is my local playground which can get incredibly busy as well. I think its a case of taking the rough with the smooth, I like being with other photographers so long as respect is given but its also nice to go off the beaten track and find your own stuff. Whichever the situation its better than being housebound having to watch daytime TV!
Hi Henry - I tried a "photography tour" for the first time in 2022 and I hated it. Everyone bunched together at the same place. The gorgeous Dove Lake in Tasmania in Australia (If you ever come to Australia - go to Tassie!) I loved talking and learning from others about photography, but I truly love just getting out on my own and trying new things. Even my photo club I find it a bit tough us all walking about getting the same photos. I like the process of walking and finding my own thing - even if maybe it's not the "classic" shot. Love your videos - all the best for a fab 2023.
I too stay away from the crowds, messes with my flow. Beautiful morning,lovely images. Happy new year Henry.
Being an introverted photographer myself I couldn’t agree with you more. Thanks for sharing this with us. Really enjoy your channel and content!
I hate that I had to take a full time job again! I never get to get out to shoot anymore. By the time the weekend comes I'm so tired I sleep in! Love the drone shots Henry!
Think you are right about being away from other photographers…..you don’t want to take the same photograph as everybody else!!! There is something unique about your pictures. You carry on being an introvert, when taking photos that is!!!!😊😊😊
Totally agree with you Henry! I was in Iceland and there was nobody within a mile of me either way then all of a sudden three cars turned up and all these people piled out of the cars and wanted to know what I was photographing !!, they then proceeded to tramp all through the pristine snow that I was about to take!!….not happy I can tell you! All the best Graham👍🇬🇧
I can completly relate to that. Fortunately, I mainly photograph forests, and I know many places where I do not see other people. One day there was a fog that stayed all day. And I spent that whole day in the forest without meeting anyone. Truly myserious experience.
You are definitely not alone when it comes to other photographers, or people in general when you're out. I avoid hotspots like the plague, although being in the rather boring south east, it's hard work trying to find quiet locations that are any good, though they are to be had, and primarily being a birdwatcher and photographer, I often stumble over decent locations on my own, though up to recently I've not had the right lens with me to make the most of it. I love a chat, but I do find what happens is I chat and end up being totally distracted from what I'm there to do. I'm far more focused on the photography when I'm chatting to myself and alone.
Henry - Well said! I love your ability to express thoughts and feelings about photography as an art. Speaking for myself I think most artists are introverted and find their greatest creativity as a solitary experience. For me the hike and location are a contemplative practice and the photograph is the artistic expression. It’s also why I’ve turned down requests to photograph a couple of weddings; too many people involved! A few years ago I found a book called ‘Eyes of the Heart: Photography as a Christian Contemplative Practice’ - if you ignore the christian aspect, it’s a pretty good read on the mindful aspects of the art we pursue. Looking forward to your next adventure.
I get the being on your own thing Henry. As for best places for sun rise location. The way I look at it anywhere you can only get that sky cloud wind rain light only once never to be repeated. Thanks for sharing 👍
Quality, fun, passionate, informative and consistent - that is what you have become mate...and that is amazing...enjoy and let us enjoy with you, nearly saw my next print order but think will wait to see what else you do lol
So grateful for this video Henry, and can totally relate. I'm an introvert myself and love being in my own company. I'm still fairly new to photography (only been doing it properly for about a year and a half), so when other photographers end up chatting to me, or even people in general when I'm out with my camera, it can sometimes make me feel a little intimidated, if you get what I mean? Landscape photography allows me to connect with myself and put all other worries of life aside, which is why I love it so much! Another great video...I always look forward to seeing what's in store next on your channel!
Absolutely 100% agree, I love searching out and just walking and finding incredible locations that are not crowded, social media is our worst enemy for creating popular locations which can soon become crowded at times. It is always nice to check out popular locations but nothing beats getting some unique compositions.
Right on, and well said, Henry! There's truly something therapeutic about landscape photography. Thank you for sharing!
Thing is Henry, is that some of us don’t have time to find new and exciting places, or don’t live on the doorstep of places like the Lake District, and haven’t had time over the years that we have been shooting to visit a lot of these honeypot locations, and still just want to see them for ourselves.
As someone very new to photography, I really enjoy learning from your videos Henry. I’ve been solo hiking for many years and always seek out solitude and actively avoid the hotspot areas at busy times. I do find that places me in a similar position to yourself in that I’m often taking photos in locations where no-one else is about. Thanks for the fab videos and sharing your knowledge and work. Very inspiring stuff 🙂
Great video. One of the things I enjoy about being by myself is the ability to outwardly vent when I have missed or messed up a shot, as well as dancing a jig when I nail a photo, without being laughed at. I also find that when other photographers are around, I second guess my location and composition. Happy New Year.
Same here Henry but not just with photography for me. My perfect day is to see nobody when I'm out and about 🤣.
Henry , You are not alone with your thoughts and approach to locations, we have the same thing in my area of the Peak District with the honeypot locations, and it becomes frustrating to find every man and his dog there. I agree with you sentiment , but at the heart of your video there is a dilemma, that is worth reflecting on. What is said in magazine and social media items, can massively increase the footfall in these areas for a protracted period after they are posted.
Cracking items Henry , with boundless enthusiasm, keep it up in 2023
Hi Henry. Hope you're well my friend? It's funny you should mention about being a bit of an introvert.. I'm exactly the opposite normally. My wife says I could start a conversation in an empty room! But when I'm out with my camera, I'm the same as you. I find I don't want to be around other people at all! In fact I find being with other people quite irritating! I just love the solitude I get from being out and about in nature and I don't want to spoil that!😂
What a phenomenal morning. Thank you for sharing. Makes my day...
I feel the same way with photography and hiking, but I am also happy that other people want to get out there and appreciate nature. We need more people who want to enjoy and preserve these spaces.
Great content again … 👍🏽
I’m totally with you on your thoughts towards other photographers in the same area as you are… I feel there’s a certain intimacy that surrounds you, your camera, the location and the moment, you don’t want to share that with anyone else at that time.. im not an unsociable person but I just need my own space when at a location to do my thing… many thanks again, thoroughly enjoy your channel 👌🏾
It's the only way I can truly connect with Mother Nature and truly "feel" my landscape, I also don't want other people around, there's something to be said about the solitude of being alone and connecting with a scene without people or distractions , i shoot ocean landscapes In Florida and to be there before people is what it's about for me
Hi Henry, another cracking day out, thanks for sharing. More of your excellent images again ... making the most of the conditions that nature offers up. Keep up the good work!
Hi Henry, agree 100%. When I have my camera, I want to be alone. Worried and thought I was the only ‘anti social bugger’ that felt this way. I am a very friendly social person…..normally but when I have my camera in the location I want to be in, don’t want anyone else there! Keep up the great work Sir, looking forward to seeing your work and hearing your enthusiasm. Phil
I fully understand that since I really like hiking alone and taking photos of the landscapes I am walking through. And (I just started doing that in last summer) I also realised that there are so many beautiful landscapes and areas only few people know about - for example, there are many people walking along the Kungsleden in Sweden which is in fact an awesome hiking trail. But too many people so I went away from the main trail and went hiking somewhere else. As soon as I left the main trail there were absolutely no people, just me and nature. And I was able to get images of some of the most beautiful areas I have ever been. And there are not that many similar images of these views since there aren't that much people.
i fully get how you feel. I do not make videos (yet), but i can also appreciate, that it must be kind of disturbing, standing there talking if there are a lot of people around.
Hi Henry,
Another great video.
I must admit i prefer to go out with my camera with someone to take photographs as I get bored on my own with no one to talk to.
Absolutely brilliant conditions and some stunning image's.
Happy new year Henry from New Zealand where I like to think your photography journey was picked up and ran with. Keep up the great work and I look forward to watching more of your videos this year. take care and keep enjoying the outdoors
I also Like To Go Out My Own. And when it Goes for Nature photografie. I also don't like it when there are many people walking around.
Come to South Korea - the natural areas offer a wealth of shooting opportunities for landscape photographers. Even the riverside parks in Seoul are awesome.
I agree with you. The art of photography is a very personal relationship between you and the camera, and the composition. When I first arrive at a spot, I spend a few minutes just looking around and listening to see what I "feel" and what compositions start to show themselves to me. That is almost impossible to do when others are around, moving, and sometimes talking. It kills my creativity.
do not feel bad at all i fell the same way don't like to be around crowds when taken photos. keep up the great work henry god bless and happy new year to and your family👍
I am in total agreement with you on the people philosophy! I liked your photo of the mountain peaks in pink light. Also the trees engulfed in lemon yellow light! Oh, also like your hat. Cheers!
I know what you mean Henry, I will usually move on if it's too crowded.
That said, if there's only a few people around, then I will enjoy having a chat, and meeting fellow photographers. I do quite like it when people just walk up to me though and ask what I'm doing and when they show an interest. My pet hate is when I'm shooting at the beach, and those few people who will walk in front of the camera, rather than take a couple of extra steps and walk behind me. It doesn't normally ruin the shot, because I'm usually taking longer exposures, but I just wonder why they do it......