Martin…..Although I’m ‘old’ with photography, I am new to ‘products’ and falling deeper in love with your techniques. Your clips are a joyous inspiration. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much, Martin! After watching all the tutorials you posted I think there is a hugely important lesson we should take from them: if you're going for a "magical" photo under no circumstances give up on the photo before the magic happens. Like "Ok, I've been on this for quite some time already, and it's not exactly what I would like but it's good enough" and to make the shot better you suddenly realize "oh god, I know what to do to make it better, but I would have to start it all over again after working on it on 4 hours and I feel like my brain is melting" and that's the exact moment where it can go from a good photo to a pretty great photo. Sometimes you're lucky and you don't need to go through that, but from what I've seen so far both in my experience and in your tutorials that the persistence of going through when you feel like "it's enough" is exactly what forges the photos you as a photographer are most proud of, no matter your experience level.
Fantastic comment and insight. Working as an assistant years ago I recall that we had several shooting "booths" or setups going at a time, sometimes as many as 6 for 2 photographers and myself. (I got to shoot some of the "pack shot" type images.). The reason being that the photographer might think there was something more to be had from the image but wasn't quite sure what it was. So we would move over to the next soup and go to work on it. Often when we got back to the original shot it was like immediately obvious what to do to make the shot that little bit better that would make all the difference in making it magical. I agree with you that persistence is the key. If we strive for magic it takes a lot of time and effort. And coffee.
Hello Martin, I was able to learn from you again today, as I have so often before. Many thanks. Maybe you remember. I am the one who photographs lamps. Unfortunately, there are still no photographers who show how to photograph table lamps, hanging lamps, crystal lamps etc. in a special way. Maybe you can advertise a competition one day. Very special and certainly not easy, but I would be very happy to learn from the professionals here. Andy
@@elizabethedwards4887 I did on my own website. Now I moved it here to UA-cam, you click the Join button to become a Coffee Supporter Member. You are very welcome to join ☕️😁
agree, i never do that after i poured out white wine on the laptop. My HDD and all photos was gone with the keyboard and repair was very expensive, luckly i haved backups on other HDD and in the cloud. Funny part is, i poured out the wine when i looked on Martins tutorials :D
always i have problem to set flash under the product and its hard for me BUT LED is a very very good idea for me 😍 i should try this on my next shoot thank you man 🤘🏻
Just one tip for peoples, which want to copy the camera/tripod-setup from the video: It wouldn´t be a bad idea, to use a counterweight on the other end from the horizontal extension arm. You probably might not have a heavy tripod, like botvidsson...
Good tip, very important! Also I try to have one tripod leg pointed in the camera position. I actually mention counterweight in my upcoming tutorial... thanks
Brilliant tutorial Martin as always, thank you for sharing. On another note, I have a question about the blue lighting in your studio which I really love. Can you send me a link to what it is please if possible? Thank you in advance
It's very very simple setup, I use regular IKEA spots, you see them up in the ceiling. Then I just attached blue gels/filters on them and pointed them to the wall. Nothing fancy. 😁
Elizabeth, the reason why the flour is grey is because the flash/light comes in at a very low angle, the white surface of the flour will not reflect into the camera lens. Also, the power is at a low power.
It’s adapter hell but it works with my H5D MS50. You need to buy two expensive adapters, think it’s from Apple. FireWire800 to USB and USB to USB-C… if I remember correct. Yes I guess it must be USB… or maybe thunderbolt! FW800-Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt-USB-C. They told me there’s no FW800-USB-C adapter when I bought it many years ago. Maybe now? Sorry for the messed up answer. 😄
Martin…..Although I’m ‘old’ with photography, I am new to ‘products’ and falling deeper in love with your techniques. Your clips are a joyous inspiration. Thank you for sharing.
Awesome, thank you! Very happy to hear, happy to share.
Thank you so much, Martin! After watching all the tutorials you posted I think there is a hugely important lesson we should take from them: if you're going for a "magical" photo under no circumstances give up on the photo before the magic happens.
Like "Ok, I've been on this for quite some time already, and it's not exactly what I would like but it's good enough" and to make the shot better you suddenly realize "oh god, I know what to do to make it better, but I would have to start it all over again after working on it on 4 hours and I feel like my brain is melting" and that's the exact moment where it can go from a good photo to a pretty great photo. Sometimes you're lucky and you don't need to go through that, but from what I've seen so far both in my experience and in your tutorials that the persistence of going through when you feel like "it's enough" is exactly what forges the photos you as a photographer are most proud of, no matter your experience level.
Fantastic comment and insight. Working as an assistant years ago I recall that we had several shooting "booths" or setups going at a time, sometimes as many as 6 for 2 photographers and myself. (I got to shoot some of the "pack shot" type images.). The reason being that the photographer might think there was something more to be had from the image but wasn't quite sure what it was. So we would move over to the next soup and go to work on it. Often when we got back to the original shot it was like immediately obvious what to do to make the shot that little bit better that would make all the difference in making it magical.
I agree with you that persistence is the key. If we strive for magic it takes a lot of time and effort. And coffee.
Thanks. All very true!
@Edwin, yes I think many people give up. I'm very close to do that too sometimes but then we have... coffee! 😁
I just found your channel and I'm staying here, amazing work! :)
Awesome, thank you! And very welcome!
I MISSED YOUR TUTORIALS 🥺
Now I'm back 😁
So relaxing watching your videos
Very kind. Thanks a lot!
Thank you Martin! So inspiring and useful, even the use with flash and led at the same time! Thanks 👍🏻
Glad it was helpful! Thanks man.
I like your style sir. Your honesty and humility compliment your obvious expertise. Well done sir.
I appreciate that! Thank a lot.
thank you martin , i love everything you try and share
Thank you so much!
This video is next level. Great work Martin! Very inspiring 🙏🏻
PUSS!!!
Hello Martin,
I was able to learn from you again today, as I have so often before. Many thanks.
Maybe you remember. I am the one who photographs lamps. Unfortunately, there are still no photographers who show how to photograph table lamps, hanging lamps, crystal lamps etc. in a special way.
Maybe you can advertise a competition one day. Very special and certainly not easy, but I would be very happy to learn from the professionals here.
Andy
Wonderful Andy. Yes I remember, I really have to get my hands on a nice lamp... hard
hey man! i love your style! thank you so much for doing these videos! they are helping alot!!
Glad you like them! Makes me very happy! 😁
Very nice, also I might add it seems like your speaking( a second language ) skills are getting sharper with ever video 👍🏻
Cool, thanks
His English has always been fine. Swedes are good at English..
@@krizzlec Thank you, very kind!
Best video yet. Thanks my man!
I appreciate that!
So glad to have a new full walkthrough to watch! It feels like forever since the last one!
Yes, when I have very limited of time all the videos goes to the coffee supporter members. Hope to find more time soon...
@@botvidsson No worries my guy! That wasn't a complaint I'm just excited for the new one!
I know, I just have a bad conscience not making enough videos... 😁
@@botvidsson i thought you had discontinued the coffee supporter membership
@@elizabethedwards4887 I did on my own website. Now I moved it here to UA-cam, you click the Join button to become a Coffee Supporter Member. You are very welcome to join ☕️😁
Beautiful as always!
Thank you! Cheers Houston!
Amazing Martin, like always! Thx!
My pleasure!
@@botvidsson See you on Instagram (Oliver Baur photography) 😉
that coffee on your laptop makes me nervous.....ha
Me too 😁
agree, i never do that after i poured out white wine on the laptop. My HDD and all photos was gone with the keyboard and repair was very expensive, luckly i haved backups on other HDD and in the cloud. Funny part is, i poured out the wine when i looked on Martins tutorials :D
@@Joker1531993 Oh my, oh my! Well, I like living on the edge... 😁
@@botvidsson I would put it far away as I have had that coffee accident and it isn't pretty
@Elizabeth Edwards It's part of the show 😁 No, I will shape up in the future... maybe 😁
Fantastic result!
Thank you! Cheers!
I am watching this episode with coffee in my hand. This channel is full of knowledge and entertainment!!!
Thanks Steve, very kind
always i have problem to set flash under the product and its hard for me
BUT
LED is a very very good idea for me 😍
i should try this on my next shoot
thank you man 🤘🏻
First I was thinking to use a flash but a LED was so much easier. Try it!
Thank You! Super awesome image.
Thank you too!
Great video as always! Thank you 🙂
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you Dear Martin . Your tutorial are always inspiring .
You are very welcome, thanks!
Only just discovered you and so many ideas to learn and practice with. Love it 😊 🙌🙌🙌
Awesome! Thank you! And welcome to the team! 😃
i like the new introduction as well
Thanks Ammar!
master!!!
Too kind! 😁
Thank you for the tutorial.. subscribed to your channel my friend and stay connected 👍
Thanks and welcome!
Just one tip for peoples, which want to copy the camera/tripod-setup from the video: It wouldn´t be a bad idea, to use a counterweight on the other end from the horizontal extension arm. You probably might not have a heavy tripod, like botvidsson...
Good tip, very important! Also I try to have one tripod leg pointed in the camera position. I actually mention counterweight in my upcoming tutorial... thanks
I like your videos. They are really informative and inspiring. Would have loved to be a part of videos if I was in sweden. (Tch!)
Maybe one day!
Thanks for the video.
You are very welcome!
Brilliant tutorial Martin as always, thank you for sharing. On another note, I have a question about the blue lighting in your studio which I really love. Can you send me a link to what it is please if possible? Thank you in advance
It's very very simple setup, I use regular IKEA spots, you see them up in the ceiling. Then I just attached blue gels/filters on them and pointed them to the wall. Nothing fancy. 😁
@@botvidsson Thank you very much for your reply. That's a great idea with the gels, thank you.
I wish I new this fact a bit faster. Thank you for the great tutorial.
Glad it was helpful!
amazing as always!!!
Thank you! Cheers!
Thanks Martin
Thanks
Great lesson!
Thanks! 😃
amazing, you must show us how you edit your picture on photoshop!
I am trying to do that as often as I can, unfortunately not on this one.
Hej Martin, another great lesson. May I ask what combination of tripod and dolly are you using?
If you click the Amazon link (Gear I use) you will find the correct name for them. I have all my gear listen in my Amazon "Shop" Thanks Edwin
i so love your channel
Thanks 😃
Do you shoot using the TTL mode for your flashes?
No never in product/still life, doesn't work. Only TTL when shooting portraits.
Thanks it is a great tutorial but how did you get the flour to be grey as it seems to only come in white?
Elizabeth, the reason why the flour is grey is because the flash/light comes in at a very low angle, the white surface of the flour will not reflect into the camera lens. Also, the power is at a low power.
thanks for share ..
Always welcome
Hey martin, may I ask how do you tether your hasselblad to your computer? My macbook does not have the right port for my h4d
It’s adapter hell but it works with my H5D MS50. You need to buy two expensive adapters, think it’s from Apple. FireWire800 to USB and USB to USB-C… if I remember correct. Yes I guess it must be USB… or maybe thunderbolt! FW800-Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt-USB-C. They told me there’s no FW800-USB-C adapter when I bought it many years ago. Maybe now? Sorry for the messed up answer. 😄
@@botvidsson Thank you very much, does the adapter only work if it's from Apple? Apple products tend to be very pricey haha.
@@AsectOwnsYou I know. Extremely expensive! But I can’t guarantee if other Chinese Amazon knock of brands will work…
Waw very waw
😁 thanks
Just tried shooting watches with almost no equipment🤣
How did it go?? 😁
@@botvidsson crap, but a shiny one😂
Shiny stuff... pain!
@@botvidsson many thanks for your tutorial, one day i'll be good too at this
Hey Martin.
Hey Scott.
"Two white guys" are spare parts from IKEA ? Nevermind ... you mention them. I always ask before video ends :/
Haha, yes they are small shelfs from IKEA called Lack
@@botvidsson i will look after them after IKEA opens !