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In this week’s episode, we discuss something I've got to address with you. Mean comments or comments that aren't constructive are something that comes with the territory of running a UA-cam channel. And, in this video I want to address some of the biggest complaints I received in 2023 in order to start the new year off with a clean slate. I hope you enjoy this week's video and as always thanks so much for watching! - Mark D.
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🌟Thanks so much for all the support in 2023! Ya'll are the best!
You are Great! Happy New Year! from Poland :)
Just continue doing what makes you happy. I enjoy watching your videos as they come out. Ted Simard
The issue about people watching videos on UA-cam is that they care more about production and not so much about the content. For me you would be on your living room filming on your smartphone and with only natural light and it would be fine by me. It’s all about the content and that never fails to deliver. Thank you for your effort and sharing and enthusiasm on doing so. Cheers and have a great new year.
One thing about social media is like moths to a flame it attracts whiners, complainers and those who know more than the rest of us- never let those folks get you down.
This is one of the best photography channels on UA-cam. Sound and setup are excellent. Thanks again for all the help!
Thomas Heaton and several other photographers have talked about that 1% that feel compelled to leave these negative comments and how much they let that small percentage of morons bother them to the point where they felt the need to create a video just like this. I've done landscape and wildlife photography since the 80's and I thoroughly enjoy all of your videos! You've got the right mindset. Do what you enjoy and not what others think you should be doing. Keep up the great work! Whether you produce 5 videos or 200 videos in 2024, I will look forward to every one of them. I think I speak on behalf of most photographers when I say that we are our own worst critics. Whether you realize if or not, you ARE as good if not better than some of those guys you mentioned in your video. Don't let these trolls get to you. Just do you brother!
I was going to post a reply to Mark's video, but it would be a copy of this one. Mark's videos are indeed relaxing and informative and they do not need to be moren than that.
Just keep doing what you do Mark, all the others you mentioned only do One video a week anyway and not always photography so ignore that 1%
I totally agree. Mark has been doing a great job and he is indeed a talented photographer and an informative teacher of photography. Please keep doing what you do. Thank you
Man…I don’t get it. The fact that you don’t have a’ professional set’ adds to your appeal. You’re a regular guy who is sharing his joy. You are the essence of what UA-cam was meant to be. This is a huge PLUS for me.
Keep doing what you do the way you do it.👍🏾
"...a regular guy sharing his joy". Love that :)
Of the photographers that I follow on YT I feel I can relate to you the most. You are the guy I thank the most for giving me confidence to enjoy the persuit instead of being too serious about the technical aspects. Your attitude and demeanor are what keep my attention!
I have learned so much from your channel and I have been a photographer for over 20 years now. Education never stops. You have to cater to nobody. Keep doing excellent work Mark. All the best.
Mark, haters are just gonna hate. Petty jealousy will always worm its way into something successful, and at 269,000+ subscribers I would call your UA-cam channel very successful. You've got nothing to apologize for or defend; your videos are instructional, beneficial, and enjoyable just the way they are and I can't imagine ANYONE wanting to chastise you short of just being petty. Your photography is incredible and speaks for itself, as does your UA-cam channel. Let the haters keep hating, but we - your fans and followers - appreciate your gift and talent and we appreciate you sharing your time and expertise with us. Keep going forward; we're all with you!
You are a photographer, and we are fortunate that you are willing to share your journey with us. Thank you. The videos that you create are terrific. Don't let negativity have any more power than it deserves...none.
You are one of the few photography focused channels that is not out there to prove anything (you aren't just here to promote your LUTs or claim you have the "REAL" answers), and genuinely just share your love of and experiences with photography. Your earnest enthusiasm shines through, and it's awesome that you are comfortable being fully transparent about your lessons learned, as a photographer and as a channel. Don't change a thing unless it brings you joy! Cheers and happy new year
100%.
Couldn't have said it any better.
Keep up the good work!! I love your shows.
I wouldn't worry about the 1%s . Your presentations are great and not rushed, extremely easy to listen to and watch and full of communicable enthusiasm. The big plus is we try what you do and it works. Stick with it, please. All the best for 2024 from Liverpooln uk
I have been watching you every week for 5 years or so. My thoughts on this video are as follows..
1. Audio has always been fine for me.
2. A lot of the time I learn as much from you in your office as when you shoot on location.
3. Keep up the excellent videos, whatever the subject, forget the trolls .
4. Have a great new year to you and the family.
I'm a 30 years experienced photographer but editing and software isn't something that comes naturally to me. I usually watch you for your tips on new lightroom features and it has helped me a lot.
I like your presentation style and your modesty. The other channels that you mentioned are more form over function. Please don't change.
I feel the same.
It's so sad that some people simply can't help themselves from being jerks. Thank you for being able to look past it and for staying true to yourself. It's what we love about your channel.
Mark, we love what you do and how you do it. Don't change anything. Looking forward to what 2024 brings. Happy New Year to you and your family.
A lot of photographers I follow say exactly the same, there will always be a small minority that complain ( me being kind ) , it's your channel, your art , of those people don't like it tough. Personally I love watching your videos Mark , we all learn every single day from others . A huge thank you from myself for all you do here , it's been wonderful, thank you
People who are jealous just have to complain about others who are way better than they will ever be, in a million years. You're doing absolutely amazing work. Thank you.
If it's been on your mind, it's good to address things. I appreciate the transparency. Your channel is calming, respectful and informative. You've shared many useful tips. Photography has to be for each of us, we can't do it to please others. You do you. We like you. If someone doesn't like your style, they can move on to another channel.
You are a great natural communicator . That is why people enjoy your channel. You are easy to listen to and understand. Your content is spot on so don't listen to the naysayers. Remain steadfast in your convictions. A big THANK YOU for your work and presenting it to us.
Honestly, you're a photographer that happens to be a UA-camr. You have always seemed 100% genuine to me. And I appreciate that. You were also the first person on UA-cam I found when I finally purchased my first camera and gave me a lot of inspiration... and still do. I don't understand the negativity of other people. But people tend to love being negative on the internet. Ignore it. Just keep being you. And never forget to be in the mindset of growth.
You're a class act, Mark. Don't change your style. Your calm demeanor lends itself well to your instructional videos and I have personally learned quite a lot, especially Lightroom. You teach in much the same manner as I have in my career and people so far have responded positively. Don't give in to trolls! Great work, Mark!!
I agree with a previous follower...you ARE A CLASS ACT! Ive have subscribed to many photographers' videos and every single one you just mentooned and I deep-sixed them all and whittled down to one. You!
You don't have to change anything Mark. There are many of us who learn a lot from your channel. And enjoy the relatively simple format, with clear and understandable topics! :-)
Hey Mark, I don’t know if you are a UA-camr, a photographer or anything else. I know you are a honest, integer, transparent, and hard working person. And a great story teller. All the best to you and best wishes for a great 2024. Stefano
Mark,
1. You are a photographer and your results are great.
2. You are a fantastic educator and motivator.
3. Your audio-video quality is great and requires no modifications.
4. One video a week is more than sufficient. Heck, your videos are much more educational than most photo UA-camrs. I can't believe you can produce one per week. I can't believe folks are asking for more, especially as the are free to the consumer.
THANK YOU for everything you do. Please know that you are hugely appreciated.
Mark, I've been an amateur photographer for over 50 years, and I since I found your channel a couple years ago I think I've watched pretty much every video you've posted. Why? Because no matter what topic you discuss any given week, I always learn something new from you or gain a new perspective about something. Your "folksy" style is very enjoyable, much like sitting across a table from you and having a good chat and a beer would be. Pay no mind to the critics! They are not worth listening to, and you have a huge audience of people who thoroughly enjoy your videos, your style, and your personality, and who appreciate the ongoing effort you make to pass along your knowledge and experience to us. As you said, you operate the channel because you enjoy doing it. And you are good at it! Keep up the great work in 2024, and Happy New Year.
Hi Mark. I've been a subscriber for quite a while now. Your content, attitude, calmness, gentleness and knowledge is so welcome and enriching for anyone who cares to see it. Sadly, so many human beings project their own insecurities and jealousy onto others in an effort to lighten their incredibly negative load. The execution of your original game plan and subsequent UA-cam success are a testament to your skills and character. Keep doing what you're doing. Thanks for everything. HAPPY NEW YEAR and CONTINUED SUCCESS.❤
I do not tend to comment on videos i watch on UA-cam. As a novice photographer, I have find your channel providing inspiration and lots of ideas to help me improve my technique to photograph what I observe on my daily life that brings me joy. So, I am quite happy with what you produce on your channel. Photography for me brings me "sanity" from the insane corporate world I live in. So, thank you.
I rarely comment on UA-cam, but I felt this episode warranted a response- I genuinely appreciate your simplistic channel! You provide so much knowledge in a straightforward format. Thank you for all your efforts, and keep up the great work!
Mark. Your courses have immensely helped me become a better photographer. The level of detail and your communication skills in these courses are best-in-class. My compositions have improved ten-fold since I’ve worked through your courses. Don’t waste your energy on critics and naysayers! It’s the world we live in……!
You’re the type of photographer and educator that I prefer. You speak calm and clear. You don’t go off on tangents. You get to the point clearly with quality demos and do so in a reasonable amount of time. Your videos have been very helpful and I truly appreciate all you’re willing to share.
I Just want to add that keeping your videos simple and not OTT is what appeals to me! It makes them authentic and personal! So please don't change this format!
Mark - you actually have a gift for being able to explain complex concepts and workflow in a manner that is easy to understand and provides great value. You are probably my go to person for LrC post processing techniques, ideas and inspiration :)
As for some of the negative comments - ignore them! Your audio has always been fine; you should only put your time into those things that you truly enjoy and love; and stay true to your photographic priorities. After all, it's your life not ours :)
Here's wishing you a Happy New Year and a fantastic 2024!
Others have said it much better than I might, so just let me add my voice to the crowd. You're doing great, you provide important content to those of us who want to become better photographers, and you obviously care about the subject and your viewers. The whiners and trolls and wannabes aren't...well...worth the time you took to film this. Carry on, Mark, and best wishes for 2024.
Don’t waste any energy on the social media hater’s. Unfortunately there will always be those that are jealous of your channel and your success. I learn a ton of information from your video’s and I enjoy the honesty and openness you bring to the channel. Absolutely, keep doing you.
Oh my goodness, those who are unhappy need to just move on. You do you Mark. We appreciate you!
Don't change Mark. And don't let others remake you into something you're not. Your videos are instructional and entertaining and I watch every week. My photography has improved thanks to the information in your videos and the locations are stunning.
Mark, people who criticize you are simply jealous and would like to live your life. Ignore them. I love your set, your photography, and your teaching style. Keep it up. You would not have close to 300K subscribers if you weren’t good at what you do
100% agreed! Those people are serial critics and are, (probably), the equivalent of the 70’s couch-potatoes. They would love to have a life with your sense of purpose.
Mark; don't change a thing!!! I've had a lifelong passion for capturing images and since retiring 2 1/2 years ago I've tried to up my game and get better at photography; your "down to earth" videos have helped more than than words can describe. It seems in this day and age, people think nothing of or make a sport out of ... bringing people down; don't let them! Your passion is reflected in your videos and I look forward to each new one posted. Thank you!!
99% is pretty damn good! Ignore the noise from the 1% unless you consider it constructive. Don't change anything. I follow you because you seem to be a decent human being who is very good at teaching his art form. It's a gift you give to all of us. You educate, challenge and inspire. Keep up the good work.
Keep things just the way they are - You enjoy photography, youtubing is an extension of that. Happy New Year, Mark
Mark, I cannot understand the people who complain. Your work is excellent! I am grateful for what I can learn from you and for your care in putting together the videos you make available. God bless you! I look forward to enjoying your content for the coming year. I really appreciate your approach.
Mark everything you have done is great, Please do not change what you are doing or how you are doing it.
“Life is a web of intersections and choices. Your 1st choice is to recognize an intersection. Your 2nd choice is to be grateful for it.” Thanks for all the videos 😊
It always amazes me how self-entitled, and just generally miserable, some people can be, to criticise and run-down free content that they can simply click away from if they don't enjoy it...what sad sacks they are! 😄
Not that I've had a lot of it myself (it grows with the channel, I think), but when I have, it has often inspired me to make a video about my views on some aspect of photography that their whine focussed on. So I turn it into a source of creation, and something positive for myself, and hopefully my viewers.
As for the "you're not a photographer" comments, that doesn't even make sense. Nonsensical people deserve to be ignored and forgotten about.
Well done for creating the life *you* want (you know, given you're the one living it), and helping a lot of people along the way!
You were the first I started watching when I got started in photography (2020) and I have learned so much from you. You are a UA-camr, photographer, teacher, father, spouse, etc. I don't know why people need to "share" their misery with the world, but their comments have nothing to do with you or what you're doing. You're just the direction they're aiming towards in the moment. Thank you for doing what you do and I look forward to 52 new videos in 2024!
I usually never comment on videos but here it goes: I follow your channel because you are a photographer, and I always learn something here that I can apply. And that's the point. Don't need to see amazing (or fake) sets and the sound is excellent too. Please keep doing what you're doing! Whoever doesn't like it can take a hike and watch other videos, there is enough out there for sure
I hear about this 1% on a lot of UA-cam channels. The only way is to ignore them and stick to how you have been doing things! It is definitely a great style of video that you create - no-nonsense and informative. I've learned so much from your videos about Lightroom editing and composition. Keep up the great work and all the best for the new year
Working up to a point....Hi Mark, I have been a photographer since I was12. However, I have also had 43 years as a secondary school teacher - mostly psychology. Even now, in retirement, I still teach Psych 101 at my local community college here in Farmington, CT. In my life, I can now look back and say that the most important character trait in a person's personality, as well as his or her interactions with fellow human beings is....sincerity. Getting to the point, you and Chris Lee (Pal2Tech) are two of the most sincere guys on the internet. The two of you are indeed, my "Fuji peeps." A greater compliment....I cannot think of. Most UA-cam photogs online are "okay," and there are a fair number who just like to hear (and watch) themselves talk. But you and Chris are not full of yourselves - and this is not to mention the knowledge the two of you bring forth. Statement repeated, the two of you are as sincere as it gets - and I thank the two of you (big-time) for being yourselves. And as far as the complainants are concerned, I sincerely believe that these folks, in their pettiness, have far too much time on their hands. Perhaps these folks need to buy a dog and take it for long walks. Toward that point, I've done the math. You have 269,000 subscribers. So when 3% (my own estimation) see fit to bellyache or whine, or moan, or groan, or whatever the word is....that means there's a mathematical potential for over 8000 whiners to be "called to action." That's a lot of (numerical) potential to wreck your day, your week, or month. And so I congratulate you on keeping on....keeping on. As for me, I could not do it as I am hurt very easily. In fact, I have completely given up doing weddings. There are far too many bride-zillas out there. Most brides, both good and bad, are filled with anxiety. And worse, they project that anxiety onto everyone around them, e.g., their families, their vendors, etc. I mean....I could photograph 51 weddings and the newly married couple are as pleased as they can be. But there's that one couple who are dissatisfied with my all-out efforts......and I am devastated by it. It takes me months and months to get over it. That is, if I ever do.
So Mark, keep on...keeping on. You are Chris Lee are the best.
Sincerely,
Terrence Marselle
Bristol, Connecticut
I have met Mark a few times. Beyond being a talented photographer, he’s also a genuinely good guy. Keyboard warriors casting criticism from the shadows are likely just the opposite- and they know it, so there is nothing left for them to do but drain others with their negativity. They are like vampires. It’s a shame.
Can't wait to hear it. EDIT. I've done crappy videos to entertain myself while I was out doing photography. Your audio sounds great to me.
Don't change a THING! I learn a lot from you and your videos and as others have mentioned below, what I find most gratifying is your calmness and willingness to share and help other photographers. Thank you!
Keep doing you Mark, there’s a whole lot of us that love your videos, the look, the sound, the content etc. your openness is appreciated. Here’s to a great 2024.
Ignore the 1% and just keep on doing what you're doing. Your set, sound, lighting, and style are just fine the way they are and I always find the videos enjoyable and educational. So, keep up the good work and wish you all the best in all of your endeavors in 2024 and beyond.
Mark, you are by far the best teacher on UA-cam. Your videos are informative and entertaining at the same time. I've sometimes wondered why you don't do more on location work but in the end it's your weekly tutorial videos that are the best. When you mentioned the only good photo you've gotten while filming on location I immediately thought of that very image. Don't listen to those people that always denigrate your work. They are usually miserable people who only derive any pleasure by trying to make someone else miserable. I've been following you for several years now and you always deliver quality content. By the way, your "set" and audio look and sound good to me. Thanks for all you do and have a great 2024.
I usually find that the people that complain the most are the people that have never done their own video. I think your videos are awesome and I have learned a ton from you. Thank You!
As a retired biologist with a dream of telling landscape conservation stories through repeat photography, I need to tell you how grateful I am that you have chosen to share your incredible skills and knowledge with the rest of us. I've just scratched the surface in terms of understanding more about photography, but I'm learning so much from you. Your photos are stunning and your videos are so informative and easy to understand. I guess I have to wonder what the photos and videos of your (very few) critics look like! Anyhow, thank you for all you are doing and I hope to be following your channel for years to come as I navigate this retirement dream!
Hi Mark, thanks for what I believe was an unnecessary video. Photography is clearly your passion and your desire to help others overcome similar obstacles in their journey speaks to who you are as both a talented photographer and person. Those who choose to criticize you for how you do what you do just don't have enough to do in their lives. Please place them in the "ignore" file, mark their messages as spam and move on. You're incredibly talented as a photographer and teacher. Please don't change anything based on the feedback of those who contribute no value towards what you're doing. Thank you for what you do and how you do it. Here's wishing you a Happy New Year and a successful, prosperous and safe 2024!
Don’t change a thing. I like your presentations just the way they are and look forward to them every week. In the very rare case you happen to have a video I am not interested in watching I will skip it but I don’t comment on it. In my case I like 99.9% of them. Thank you For all the information you share !!
Mark, you're a gracious person to share your knowledge. Your efforts are much appreciated.
Your sound and your speech is actually one of the clearest and most pleasant in UA-cam as a whole. It sounds great. Change nothing. Just keep going and thank you for a great informative, even educational, photography channel.
Mark I have only just started viewing (stopped it) wanted to say you inspire me to be a better photographer and I have learned so much from your content throughout 2023. Keep doing what you are doing, and I look forward to learning from you in 2024 (each week) your channel is perfect, my perfect.. ❤
Mark thank you for all the effort and content It's not about the gear it is the love you put into your passion.
I love the passion and setup it made me pick up a camera and go out.
Best wishes and please follow your passion and stop working about the UA-cam video's we love them.
My daughter has a saying “Always be your self … Unless you can be a Pirate … Then always be a Pirate”. Keep up the great work, you’re doing great!
The 1% that complain have nothing to offer the rest of us at this point. They likely don’t have an online presence, they complain to complain. Brush it off and keep chugging along. I am a fan and can’t wait to join you in 2024 on your Colorado workshop❤
Mark, I am a retired teacher and I love your teaching methodology, ability to relate to a large and varied audience, and how well you relate to those who struggle with some aspects of becoming better photographers. Speaking from 48 years of teaching experience, don't change a thing. Thanks for all the help you have given to help us grow in our own photography worlds.
Me too.
Mark, whatever you are doing it works for the vast majority of your subscribers, and it obviously works for you. I appreciate your channel and look forward to each episode. I started 2023 in the hospital, and was in such severe pain that I could not perform the most basic functions of living. After surgery in January, I was back to being able to do most things I love to do including getting out with my camera and tripod almost every day. So I appreciate every day I can photograph or even watch engaging videos that help me to improve my photography. Keep up the great work and do what you love to do, not what someone else thinks you should do.
As someone who has struggled to actually make content for years out of fear and self criticism, I found this video supportive and inspiring. Thank you!
Mark, you do you! You are an incredible photographer and that’s one of the reasons I subscribed to your channel so long ago. I enjoy your step by step photo editing tutorials. They are some of the best I’ve seen. So you just keep on truckin’ and forget all the nay sayers. Love the channel just the way it is and you are a great inspiration. And as far as the audio is concerned I have no idea what those num-nuts could be talking about. Please keep up the good work. Happy New Year.
I learn something from every single video you post. Please don't change a thing....Happy New Year!
Just wanted to say: thank you for all your videos, they have a ''tone'' that appeals to me: friendly, nice pace and a feeling of beeing humble and not a ''besserwisser''. As a non native english speaking person, I find that you are easy to follow and understand. Keep on doing your thing in your own way. That is the best way. All the best from Sweden and from me. /Bo Hoffman.
Some people just thrive on negativity. They're the same type of people that may ask to borrow $10 for gas, and then complain that you didn't give them $15. Keep up what you're doing Mark. You've certainly helped me.
Mark, I hear you loud and clear, your videos are very clear and I learn a lot from them. I think of you as a great photographer. You are also a great teacher. For those who don't like your channel, all they have to do is not watch it. It is a simple as that. Keep up the good work. I have learned a lot from you and please continue doing what you are doing.
keep it real Mark, the photography is what matters and your engagement with this community is fantastic and appreciated.
Mark, I sincerely appreciate the videos you create each week. Your tips and suggestions on photography inspire me each and every week. Thank you for taking the time to assist in my journey as a photographer. Happy New Year to you and your family. Cheers
Don't worry man, you mean so much to us. It's always a pleasure to see your genuiness with your art!
Please don’t change a thing! I am learning so much from you… thank you for all that you do 💫
I love what you do and I'm learning from you all the time. I'm so glad that I ran across your channel. Thank you!!! Happy holidays and I look forward to seeing (and hearing) you next year!
Mark, your channel is one of the best, and I look forward to watching your content. It's packed with information, tips based on your experience and journey. Your passion genuinely comes across to the viewers and you are an inspiration. I like your presentation style which is a sincere conversation with the viewer. I am pleased you don't do videos on location, as there are loads out there, and your one is uniquely special, because no one can do what you do so brilliantly..Once a week video is great. Don't take notice of toxic comments....and don't change anything about yourself. Thanks for your excellent videos. Wishing you & your family a happy, healthy, peaceful and prosperous 2024.
Your channel is one of my favorites on UA-cam, and definitely the one I've learned the most from. If someone is desperate to let you know that what you're doing isn't good...maybe they just have too much free time.
Envy none Mark! You do a very fine job and your smoothness (that you talked about Heaton, Danson et.al. may have more than you) is simply your naturalness and honesty. I'd say you're a photographer, with enough videography skills to get your content out there. Being a photographer does not depend on making a living from it. If you can, then that is marvelous. Keep going Mark, 🙏 Bravo!
For what it’s worth, I always enjoy your videos and have never noticed anything wrong with the audio. Thanks for the effort you make and the content you produce.
Mark, you are doing amazing job. Keep doing what YOU enjoy and not what the other people think you should be doing.
I came to your channel because of your calm, honest way of teaching things about landscape photography that I am always open to learning new small things even if I've been doing it for many years. I totally agree that filming yourself on location makes it so much harder to concentrate on photography. I tried it maybe once or twice and never again. Some people are good at it and people can always watch those videos. Still I really enjoy your videos because they are different and I see you being genuine that not many are these days. The super small percentage of negative people are absolutely irrelevant and should be ignored. Keep doing what you enjoy Mark and thank you for sharing so much great teachings that I keep still learning about. It doesn't matter if it's one video a month or one video a week. 😀👍
Dear Mark. I very much enjoy watching your videos because you are a genuine guy who wants to help others. You are also brave to set up your tripod in a public place and make a video. I am not as strong as you. I’m amazed that anyone has the nerve to write and say that that don’t enjoy your videos. Don’t let the buggers get you down. When you wake up in the morning you obviously choose to be joyful because you always have a smile. Keep up the great videos and stay joyful. Have a Joyful New Year!
Mark - thank you for all your efforts on this channel. I really enjoy your content and think your "simple" style is a pleasure to watch. You can tell it's all about teaching and not about hype. I appreciate you!
Love two things about this:
1. Your authenticity.
2. The confidence in your voice.
It's been a pleasure watching this channel and you grow.
Mark, simply thanks for the content this year. Really enjoy our weekly meets on Wednesdays. Two quick comments, 1) Do not change anything unless you want to! 2). Keep snapping! Looking forward to seeing you in 2024… Happy New Year!
Mark, your videos encourage me on several levels. First, you've helped my photography abilities considerably. Second, I've done some video production myself on a different subject and I have always appreciated the simplicity of your setup that focuses on content instead of video editing skills. Your editing is fine, but you could make far more use of special effects, etc., but that would be at the expense of genuine content. Keep doing what you're doing. Laugh at those who are naysayers, and know that while most of us don't comment regularly, we really appreciate your work. Happy New Year. May God bless you and your family.
Mark, don't get caught up in what the critics say. I have been watching your channel for several years and have learned a lot from you. I still feel like it's very worth my time to check in with you every week for a new tip or even a review of advice you have covered before. Thank you for sharing your skills with the rest of us!
Another don’t change a thing from a fellow Carolinian. I appreciate your love of photography, inspired me to pick a camera up again. That you do this alone is even more impressive! Keep it up.
Don't change what you are doing - I have always admired your 'set'. Looks serenely functional and inviting. I enjoy your channel so much exactly b/c of your content and I'll be joining the Sedona event in Nov 2024!!! You are a natural teacher & communicator. I also like Henry Turner & Thomas Heaton style of presenting - all have niches and they serve a valuable purpose, just a yours do. Thank you. You are appreciated.
Hi Mark! I feel that I would like to thank and encourage you! I enjoyed your videos a lot this year which for me was a year where I kind of rediscovered my joy in photography and digital post processing. So please keep on doing this and following hier path of what makes fun to you! All the best for 2024! Thomas (54, Bonn/Germany).
Mark, I know you have gotten a lot of praise in the comments, well deserved praise. I just want to add that I like your style of video. I also appreciate the honesty you have shown in this one. It’s good to know that it’s hard for you to take a video and a photo that you are truly proud of. While one may think that photography and videography are alike, they require some different skill sets. Thank you for sharing your skills in both with us.
Hi Mark. It’s an unfortunate truth in our society that it’s so much easier to criticize and find fault than to praise and compliment. Please, please, please don’t pay any attention to those negative comments. I am the past version of yourself that you mentioned. I’ve learned most of what I know about technique, Lightroom, etc. from watching your videos. They’ve given me just enough confidence to take chances and stretch and grow in photography. Please don’t change anything you do. And please accept my thanks.
I appreciate your videos. I have a really hectic job and I don’t have time for formal classes so I have to rely on good people such as yourself to learn from. I am more here for the info. You have improved my photography tremendously. I can’t thank you enough!!🙏🏼🙏🏼
Hello Mark, It is a pleasure watching & learning from your videos each week.
My personal feeling towards your topic in this video is you are not always going to please everyone. So, let the negative remarks from others go & continue to share your photo experiences with the people that really appreciate your skills & teachings.
I have learned so many photography techniques since joining your channel & I thank you for that. I enjoy your delivery method of explaing specific topics with your easy to understand style that I learn something in every video.Looking forward to learning more from your videos in the coming year. Thank you, Tom
You're one photographer / youtuber who sincerely want to help other photographers from valuable lessons you learned during your journey. Also, this video is an example of your sincerity, admitting it's not the best. We learn a lot from you Mark and keep teaching. Thank you for making these videos to help us grow 🤗
Happy new year, Mark!
I firmly believe there are people who just enjoy complaining and saying how bad things are just to try to make themselves feel superior. Unless they have something useful to say, ignore them.
I really love your videos and photos! What I care about is learning how to find a good composition (my biggest problem), seeing how to edit photos and use the tools. I have learned a ton from watching your videos and hopefully one of these years I'll be able to afford one of your workshops.
I think you focus on the right stuff, helping us learn so many cool things without trying to sell us tons of your stuff. And your videos are fun! You are Serge Ramelli are my two favorite educators, I have learned so much from both of you!
So, Thank You Very Much for all you do!! Keep doing what you're doing, you're awesome!
You’re my favorite photographer and I’ve learned more from you than any other source! Thank you for being REAL!
Hi Mark, have a Happy New Year!
I go through the same sometimes with my channel. There are people out there who refuse to feel their own insecurities and instead project them onto others due to their inability to recognize that the problem is not the person it's directed at but themselves.
I love the belief that nobody is allowed to tell you what you are or who you are based on their own expectations of what a person should be. Unfortunately we have too many people out there who grow up physically but not mentally, but I've realized at the end of the day that if you have the problem, YOU have the problem not the individual you have the problem with.
Not that it matters, but I definitely say keep doing what you're doing. There are always going to be people who are judgmental about the way you go about things but at the end of the day the funny thing is those are the people that most of the times haven't done it themselves if you catch my drift.
I personally enjoy the non excessive and straight to the point info.
Your number one critic is yourself. It looks like you're happy for the most part with that critic, and that's what's important. Smooth and relaxed and informative videos is what we watch your channel for. Don't change a thing, unless that critic inside you suggests it. That's a great philosophy to "teach a former version of yourself". Love it Mark. Wishing you and your family all the best for 2024!
I sincerely appreciate your candor. "Just basic" is more than good enough. I have learned a lot from you and sincerely thank you for sharing your knowledge in ways that people of different skill levels can learn and practice/apply. Best wishes!