Fun! And I love the playful approach to reality! So many wonders to be found and experiences to be made. Amazing images and the questions of passers by always make me smile. Follow the rainbow!
I share your ideas about exploring and creating and responding to things in life that capture your imagination. So many people want, simply, to copy something that has already been done. Why? By creating I find myself. Thank you Alister for this video.
Your enthusiasm for finding the true essence of creativity is truly inspiring. Demonstrated ably by the least gear focused 'new gear' video i think I've ever seen!
It seems to me that there are two types of people, those who favour the mind and those who favour the body. Favouring the body means accepting to feel, experience and travel within yourself and in the outside world. It's a bit like the swing you used to sit on, going backwards and forwards. The swing represents play, childhood. You're the only person I know who proposes this adventure, an adventure that's more poetic than ‘technical’, although the latter shouldn't be overlooked. It's a wonderful encounter, a wonderful journey. Thank you, Sir.
Thanks man, yes, it was very much okay and playfulness. Accepting the child and allowing it to be free to play is critical. Adults who don’t may be successful, but they are rarely happy. There is always something missing and they try to be creative to release that spark. Trying is not playing ❤️
If I could I would run and by that lens at once! 😅 It would open up for so much creativity and fun! Love that you’re truly expressing yourself and of all the photographers I follow here on UA-cam, I think you are the most artistic one! Thank you for encouraging us to be more unique, I find it both difficult and not difficult, I’ve always felt a bit odd but now I’m starting to dare to be me much more. Also, can’t understand why people wouldn’t subscribe to your channel, I’ve learnt so much here. Their loss 😊
The most amazing thing about photography is that we can always learn something new, as long as we accept that there is no wrong or right way of doing what we love. Cool video :) the mirror lens were used a lot back in the day, and I tried one with the Olympus OM system. Was not expecting to see a new lens release and to medium format of all things. Cheers
Love the sentiment Alister and to be fair I really liked some of your images taken with the Kase Reflex Lens. As you say sometimes we get to fixated on everything needing to be sharp, but in doing so we limit creativity and self expression. By the way, I am always getting asked by passers by what I am photographing and the reason they ask the question is I rarely photograph the obvious. This tells me I am developing an eye for things that most people just don't see.
I managed to get up to Lewis and Harris a few weeks ago - left with only a few days of photography due to a badly sprained ankle! Still had a great time and got some decent images!
Hi Alister, interesting lens, i know a few people that would love to play and be expressive with it! Good to see you enjoying life thanks, as always, for a thought provoking video.
Yes enjoy your inner kid, with limitations. I found that wall 4-weeks ago riding my bike and falling resulting in a magnificent, yet painful scrape and broken hip. At 70 I need to heed those warnings a little more. Hope to be back in the woods and streams in another 3-weeks camera in hand. Thanks for education.
Great video, great images, all with your easy presentation style, if this is the new direction of the channel, bring it on!😀 Many years ago a phrase was coined by a relative, act your age, not your shoe size!😂 I kept up that approach, now having passed the "sell by date" I struggle with the physical aspect as the body makes you realise your age, mentally life is still fun! Enjoy your birthday, and achieving another year on planet earth!😀
I'm enjoying the lens as well, especially the out-of-focus stuff. It's neat! Next time we're in the woods, we'll have a battle; bring the axe with ya! 🪓
Thank you Alister, a great and thought provoking video. Yes indeed - you be you - and that's the best thing for you and the most interesting for me/us.
I thought you headdng into,,, Cause I'm a picker, I'm a grinner, I'm a lover and I'm a sinner I'm a joker, I'm a smoker, I'm a midnight toker I get my photos on the run 🤣🤣🤣 Interesting view through that lens and your mind, as a 62 and a 1/4 year old I look forward to the real Slim Shady, I mean AB 🤣🤣🤣
Great video Alister. You be you. Steven King has a book, I think it's called "On Writing". Obviously Steven is a phenomenally successful writer but the bottom line in his book is you be you. Some people will like what you do, some won't, But by you being you it will come off authentic instead of fake. People hate fake. I love to get out and explore with my camera and to share my images I've started writing a substack. I'm sure I struggle with the writing but I am trying to take Steven's advice to heart, I write about what I like and am knowledge about. You have a great way with words, you do great with the video. and I like it and subscribe because you come across as authentic. Keep it up. I love it. And I loved the playfulness in this video with trying something new. Looking forward to the next video.
Just magical! This lens gives a better look than my Helios, where I reversed the front element to give me something like the look of the Käse lens, but more ‘bubbles’. However, the Käse is more soft and magical. Doubt if they make an mft fitting, but still have my Sony a7ii. Will certainly check it out. Many thanks, Alister - absolutely loved these images. My sort of creative photography!
420g is about .925 pounds. As for the lens: not for me. I've had my own existential issues with photography lately. Aside from family snaps, I haven't shot or uploaded a video in 3 months. I've had significant family medical and dental bills to take care of. I've largely cut down on even watching UA-cam photography videos. I find myself thinking, what is this even for? Thank you Alister for bringing it back to self-discovery and enjoyment of the outdoors.
Another nice one. I remember I used to dream of the Nikkor reflex 500mm/f8, although I doubt I really had any idea why 🤣. I am quite happy to report that I never bought one. To quote Ken Rockwell: “a poor choice for photography" (if you have never visited his website I highly recommend it, if only for the entertainment - he holds nothing back)
Whoa! I am going to try my 500mm reflex for portraits! Haven’t given it a thought with my Nikon D 750 outside of a moon photo a few years ago. I had relagated it to my “film camera” museum. Can’t wait to try it out!! The best way to think outside of the box, is to get rid of the damn box!! Thanks for reminding me.!
I think I recognize those woods. I was there last night taking photographs. Mainly of isolated ferns with a long lens. Just playing. How weird is that?
@@Alister_Benn I must have been mistaken. I was thinking it was Kinclaven Woods in Perthshire. There is a grove of mature trees and a swing just like in the video.
@@Alister_Benn Thanks Alister, but the difference is 50%! It's just an observation as it's a lens I'll never own, I'll happily stick with my Kase filters. Anyway, it was a lovely video with some super images, much appreciated
Fun! And I love the playful approach to reality! So many wonders to be found and experiences to be made. Amazing images and the questions of passers by always make me smile. Follow the rainbow!
Yes, it is a fun plaything. It’s odd I went out with a slightly heavy heart and came back with one full of gold. What a wonderful gift
@@Alister_Benn Oh yes! What a wonderful gift!
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I share your ideas about exploring and creating and responding to things in life that capture your imagination. So many people want, simply, to copy something that has already been done. Why? By creating I find myself. Thank you Alister for this video.
Your enthusiasm for finding the true essence of creativity is truly inspiring. Demonstrated ably by the least gear focused 'new gear' video i think I've ever seen!
Haha, yes you’re right there ❤️
It seems to me that there are two types of people, those who favour the mind and those who favour the body. Favouring the body means accepting to feel, experience and travel within yourself and in the outside world. It's a bit like the swing you used to sit on, going backwards and forwards. The swing represents play, childhood. You're the only person I know who proposes this adventure, an adventure that's more poetic than ‘technical’, although the latter shouldn't be overlooked. It's a wonderful encounter, a wonderful journey. Thank you, Sir.
Thanks man, yes, it was very much okay and playfulness. Accepting the child and allowing it to be free to play is critical. Adults who don’t may be successful, but they are rarely happy. There is always something missing and they try to be creative to release that spark. Trying is not playing ❤️
If I could I would run and by that lens at once! 😅 It would open up for so much creativity and fun! Love that you’re truly expressing yourself and of all the photographers I follow here on UA-cam, I think you are the most artistic one! Thank you for encouraging us to be more unique, I find it both difficult and not difficult, I’ve always felt a bit odd but now I’m starting to dare to be me much more. Also, can’t understand why people wouldn’t subscribe to your channel, I’ve learnt so much here. Their loss 😊
Beautiful pictures, meaningful thoughts, I really enjoyed the video
The most amazing thing about photography is that we can always learn something new, as long as we accept that there is no wrong or right way of doing what we love. Cool video :) the mirror lens were used a lot back in the day, and I tried one with the Olympus OM system. Was not expecting to see a new lens release and to medium format of all things. Cheers
Love the sentiment Alister and to be fair I really liked some of your images taken with the Kase Reflex Lens. As you say sometimes we get to fixated on everything needing to be sharp, but in doing so we limit creativity and self expression. By the way, I am always getting asked by passers by what I am photographing and the reason they ask the question is I rarely photograph the obvious. This tells me I am developing an eye for things that most people just don't see.
Alister, you give me hope that human TRUE expression is still alive in our hearts. You are on the right path brother.
I managed to get up to Lewis and Harris a few weeks ago - left with only a few days of photography due to a badly sprained ankle! Still had a great time and got some decent images!
Excellent video Alister. Love the images and a great message. Thanks.
Appreciate the kind words, thank you
Thank you, Alister! I always find your videos inspirational. Keep being true to yourself, there is nothing more important in life.
A lot of good thought in these ideas. It was also excellent soft merchandising 😂
Thanks mate, I hoped the message was a positive one
That unscripted 1 minute opening to your video says it all! Glad that you have inherited your Mum’s genes. She sounds a remarkable person…
Thanks mate, I thought you’d have realised by now that all of my videos are unscripted 🙄😂
Thanks a lot. Appreciate your approach you show here and in other clips. Make every picture other than a snapshot. Take care Göran in Latvia
Totally agree! It's taking the photo that I love and all that it entails.
Loved it.....especially the "hitting myself in the head with an axe" bit.
It's great to see your inner Viking coming out!!
What an inspiration, keep em coming1
A nice day - another Alister Benn in the field. Thanks!
Tell me that in 15 minutes 😂😂😂 Thank you 🙏
Hi Alister, interesting lens, i know a few people that would love to play and be expressive with it!
Good to see you enjoying life thanks, as always, for a thought provoking video.
Cheers for that, I appreciate it. Life is for loving, and I am embracing it with both hands ❤️
Yes enjoy your inner kid, with limitations. I found that wall 4-weeks ago riding my bike and falling resulting in a magnificent, yet painful scrape and broken hip. At 70 I need to heed those warnings a little more. Hope to be back in the woods and streams in another 3-weeks camera in hand. Thanks for education.
Great video, great images, all with your easy presentation style, if this is the new direction of the channel, bring it on!😀 Many years ago a phrase was coined by a relative, act your age, not your shoe size!😂 I kept up that approach, now having passed the "sell by date" I struggle with the physical aspect as the body makes you realise your age, mentally life is still fun! Enjoy your birthday, and achieving another year on planet earth!😀
I'm enjoying the lens as well, especially the out-of-focus stuff. It's neat! Next time we're in the woods, we'll have a battle; bring the axe with ya! 🪓
i love it, thanks man
Thank you Alister, a great and thought provoking video. Yes indeed - you be you - and that's the best thing for you and the most interesting for me/us.
Freed up and playing....no pressure. Love it!!!👍😊
Great video! Thanks!!!!
I thought you headdng into,,,
Cause I'm a picker, I'm a grinner, I'm a lover and I'm a sinner
I'm a joker, I'm a smoker, I'm a midnight toker
I get my photos on the run 🤣🤣🤣
Interesting view through that lens and your mind, as a 62 and a 1/4 year old I look forward to the real Slim Shady, I mean AB 🤣🤣🤣
Great video Alister. You be you. Steven King has a book, I think it's called "On Writing". Obviously Steven is a phenomenally successful writer but the bottom line in his book is you be you. Some people will like what you do, some won't, But by you being you it will come off authentic instead of fake. People hate fake. I love to get out and explore with my camera and to share my images I've started writing a substack. I'm sure I struggle with the writing but I am trying to take Steven's advice to heart, I write about what I like and am knowledge about. You have a great way with words, you do great with the video. and I like it and subscribe because you come across as authentic. Keep it up. I love it. And I loved the playfulness in this video with trying something new. Looking forward to the next video.
Some beautiful effects with that lens. I had no idea they were still making them (if they ever stopped).
A very private video with very private insights, I think. Thank you ever so much, Alister!
Just magical! This lens gives a better look than my Helios, where I reversed the front element to give me something like the look of the Käse lens, but more ‘bubbles’. However, the Käse is more soft and magical. Doubt if they make an mft fitting, but still have my Sony a7ii. Will certainly check it out. Many thanks, Alister - absolutely loved these images. My sort of creative photography!
420g is about .925 pounds. As for the lens: not for me.
I've had my own existential issues with photography lately. Aside from family snaps, I haven't shot or uploaded a video in 3 months. I've had significant family medical and dental bills to take care of. I've largely cut down on even watching UA-cam photography videos. I find myself thinking, what is this even for? Thank you Alister for bringing it back to self-discovery and enjoyment of the outdoors.
Another nice one. I remember I used to dream of the Nikkor reflex 500mm/f8, although I doubt I really had any idea why 🤣. I am quite happy to report that I never bought one. To quote Ken Rockwell: “a poor choice for photography" (if you have never visited his website I highly recommend it, if only for the entertainment - he holds nothing back)
Haha, I knew that website 20 years ago 😂 thanks for the reminder
Great video
Very much enjoyed the talk via MPC last evening. Both expressive and inspirational.
Wonderful, as always. Thanks for sharing!
Beautiful images and sentiment. Thanks for sharing!
Very inspiring Alister! Thanks so much!
The first known and appreciated mirror lens was the MC rubinar 4.5/300 macro lens with an M42 mount, produced in Russia.
What a fabulous lens!
I really enjoyed the montage with all the images. Excellent vibes.
Whoa! I am going to try my 500mm reflex for portraits! Haven’t given it a thought with my Nikon D 750 outside of a moon photo a few years ago. I had relagated it to my “film camera” museum. Can’t wait to try it out!! The best way to think outside of the box, is to get rid of the damn box!! Thanks for reminding me.!
love it Alister! keep em coming
I have a book made by Dennis Stock. He used also the same lens as yours
Alister,
Thank you for the video.
What tripod head are you using? It appears very stable.
It's a big old Gitzo with an Arca Swiss C1 cube head on top. It's very stable
Beautiful work Alister!
Some interesting thoughts regarding photography and the impermanence of life, change! I am 60 this so also doing some reflecting! Best wishes Anthony
I think I recognize those woods. I was there last night taking photographs. Mainly of isolated ferns with a long lens. Just playing. How weird is that?
That’d be weird, do you head west often? So different from out here on the island!
@@Alister_Benn I must have been mistaken. I was thinking it was Kinclaven Woods in Perthshire. There is a grove of mature trees and a swing just like in the video.
@@MikeBellPhotographerno, it’s way further west than that
To me photograph is to document what I see. True want great picture. No clutter
could you tell me what is the accessory you have attached to camera 'view finder'? if possible please send me the link.
The GFX100ii has a removable viewfinder and you can use a tilt and swivel adapter to articulate it. Just search the Fuji store
@@Alister_Benn Tons of thanks sir for a quick reply. I will check Fuji Store.
I try to get out/about everyday and at least take 5 images. I need to challenge my creativity or I will rust. Thank You for sharing.
Yeah you gotta watch out for dwarfs in woods 😂❤
But....checking on-line £699 in the UK, £460 (equ) in the US!
That's the case with any lens, in the UK we have 20% VAT which doesn't equate to the much lower state taxes in the US.
@@Alister_Benn Thanks Alister, but the difference is 50%! It's just an observation as it's a lens I'll never own, I'll happily stick with my Kase filters. Anyway, it was a lovely video with some super images, much appreciated
@@barrytoward1463I’m sorry about that, I don’t think it’s a decision Kase have much control over.
Fit after fifty
A little less than a pound.