You slipped under my radar! What a fantastic meeting of minds, i've been a fan of Sean Tucker for some time now and i'm enjoying your videos very much too, Tommy. 100% subbed!
I spent my 20’s trying to make a living and being creatively fulfilled as an advertising photographer. Fortunately I realised that the two were, for me, mutually exclusive, so I went into corporate life to earn a living and to be able to take extended holidays to do creative work. For 25 years I owned a graphic design agency that enabled a sufficient income to raise three children through independent schools and university, to take 6 week vacations to pursue photography and adventure, and now to retire and spend most of my time doing what I always loved, shooting images. As Sean says, social media is a hydra monster. I share my photographs only with my family, friends and a few interested fellow creatives.
So emotional right now watching this, god damn Sean so profound and having come across you Tommy in recent months via Pixapro love your realness, you make me believe I can aspire to be more as a hobbist photographer so thank you both.
This was a perfect way to start my day. Two of my favorite photographers & UA-camrs talking about things that truly matter. Great job guys! And love those pics of Sean. "Authenticity" is how I'd describe him and the pics show that!
I am throwing another positive comment in the mix. Such an honest no BS conversation. Good to hear professionals talking about the real work. Excellent video and your photography work is amazing
This interview is so good Tommy and I appreciate how transparent you both are. Comparison is such a slippery slope. Personally, I think that gratitude can be a powerful tool in combating the various slippery slopes we Creatives can find ourselves in. We have so so much to be thankful for and when we decide to shift our focus from comparison to gratitude, it is a real game changer! #thankful #gratitude #collaborate #focusshift #canyouC3. #tommyreynolds #seantucker #headshotcrew
Two awesomely motivational photographers talking in the same video and being honest and open about a subject which so many go through but don't really want to put it out there for the world to see for fear of tainting our own standing on these social media platforms, so refreshing and real to hear you guys speak like this, you guys rock!
The brilliant and awesome part about this video, is that it gives us so much of a rich advice. I totally agree with your opinions and with sean’s.... keep doing this.... I do enjoy this, and I’m grateful to have this platform, and also people like you... willing to share information with the world.
As you both say, creativity is the driving force, that's why we do what we do. I just want to say that I found Sean's channel back at the beginning of the year and I commented on one of his first videos saying that he resonated with me. You still do Sean, I love your material and I really believe that you will become a great speaker / advocate for photography. With your religious background you have a deep understanding of people and for me this shows in your videos. Thank you.
I believe that historically the creative person has always had to balance creativity and fulfillment with paying the bills. Call them "patrons," "art directors," or "clients," but meeting their needs only uses the technical and problem solving parts of the creative (mostly.) Almost all the creatives I know and have known are either doing exactly as you two or are teaching or (more rarely) as Sean says, "have won first prize." Many more of us feed our creative drives in our hobbies and work at other things to support our lives.
Very good discussion. Thanks you for having it and saying what you think about these kind of subjects. "We all know it's the good stuff but we forget that in the pursuit of stupid things " :-) yep. Great ! Glad I found the channels of you both. Inspiring stuff, even for a more nature photography oriented guy. Love the discussions and deepness.
Such a great video. This has really changed my mind set. So thank you so much to both of you. You going to have to do the photography jobs that you are not going to be proud of. That's that I need to do more off. Yet again thank you both so much for some Reality Check
Thank you so much for this video. I’m also a portrait photographer and the confident problem is real more so when it comes to comparison in social media. Keep up the good work 👍🏻
Great discussion! I think it’s also important to note that even if you reach the point where you’re getting paid for what you love to do, that could become normal and you might not get the same fulfillment as you did initially. For me, 99-100% of my creative fulfillment is completely detached from my financial fulfillment. It’s just the reality in which I’m in at this stage of my life. It’s tough to navigate at times.
Its very, very tough man! Its soo rare anyone is winning first prize but as long as you're feeling fullfilled even in your hobby for your own mental health than thats still great!
Great video & very interesting ... especially how even pro-togs have to do the “daily grind” like most of us to be able to complete personal projects and be fulfilled as a creator.. great advice to about the confidence knocks most of us suffer from to 🙂
Great video Tommy I feel you guys pain. I've been a photographer for many years now and a couple of years ago I had to diversify to survive. Now I invest most of my profits into property which provides me with a passive income to allow me to photograph the things that I love. It's a great position to be in to be choosy and not feel like you have to..but want to do the opportunities that are presented to you now.
Two of the best photographers with very admiral ethics.
Thank you ever so much as always James :)
You slipped under my radar! What a fantastic meeting of minds, i've been a fan of Sean Tucker for some time now and i'm enjoying your videos very much too, Tommy.
100% subbed!
Tobias Jones thank you Tobias :) I really appreciate it thank you dude
I spent my 20’s trying to make a living and being creatively fulfilled as an advertising photographer. Fortunately I realised that the two were, for me, mutually exclusive, so I went into corporate life to earn a living and to be able to take extended holidays to do creative work. For 25 years I owned a graphic design agency that enabled a sufficient income to raise three children through independent schools and university, to take 6 week vacations to pursue photography and adventure, and now to retire and spend most of my time doing what I always loved, shooting images.
As Sean says, social media is a hydra monster. I share my photographs only with my family, friends and a few interested fellow creatives.
I always find what Sean has to say interesting.
So emotional right now watching this, god damn Sean so profound and having come across you Tommy in recent months via Pixapro love your realness, you make me believe I can aspire to be more as a hobbist photographer so thank you both.
Aww Matt thank you so much that’s ever so kind of you dude thank you!
"There's no losing side, if we can keep our expectations in check." I needed that and the rest of this video too. Thanks!
I love that you always find topics to talk from. I feel stuck to speak or write about my work.
This was a perfect way to start my day. Two of my favorite photographers & UA-camrs talking about things that truly matter. Great job guys! And love those pics of Sean. "Authenticity" is how I'd describe him and the pics show that!
I am throwing another positive comment in the mix. Such an honest no BS conversation. Good to hear professionals talking about the real work. Excellent video and your photography work is amazing
Thanks so much Jamie :) Im pleased you enjoyed this :)
This interview is so good Tommy and I appreciate how transparent you both are. Comparison is such a slippery slope. Personally, I think that gratitude can be a powerful tool in combating the various slippery slopes we Creatives can find ourselves in. We have so so much to be thankful for and when we decide to shift our focus from comparison to gratitude, it is a real game changer!
#thankful #gratitude #collaborate #focusshift #canyouC3. #tommyreynolds #seantucker #headshotcrew
A couple of nice guys talking sense, Shame there are not more people like them in this world.
I agree, but chin up mate, there are loads more nice people in the world :)
this is a valuable lession, thank you very much for sharing your thoughts on this!
Thank you Silas :) Glad you enjoyed the video!
Two awesomely motivational photographers talking in the same video and being honest and open about a subject which so many go through but don't really want to put it out there for the world to see for fear of tainting our own standing on these social media platforms, so refreshing and real to hear you guys speak like this, you guys rock!
Thank you Barry! You're so true people dont post about this stuff often as they should. Thanks for watching as always matey
The brilliant and awesome part about this video, is that it gives us so much of a rich advice. I totally agree with your opinions and with sean’s.... keep doing this.... I do enjoy this, and I’m grateful to have this platform, and also people like you... willing to share information with the world.
I loved this! Sean is such a kind human being, I love the lens thru which he looks at life
Hes the best
Great talk, guys. I wish you all the best. Regards from the Palatinate to London, Michael
Thank you Michael :)
As you both say, creativity is the driving force, that's why we do what we do. I just want to say that I found Sean's channel back at the beginning of the year and I commented on one of his first videos saying that he resonated with me. You still do Sean, I love your material and I really believe that you will become a great speaker / advocate for photography. With your religious background you have a deep understanding of people and for me this shows in your videos. Thank you.
Sean is one of a kind. Hes so great
Superb. We need more chaps like your good self and Sean on UA-cam. Really enjoyed your chat; thank you.
Thank you Andrew!
I genuinely loved hearing this from you guys. Keep it up, you're my idols.
THank you ever so much dude
U re both amazing human beings and great photographers :3 love ur videos ❣
Thanks so much :)
A really lovely conversation
A very honest conversation ~
I believe that historically the creative person has always had to balance creativity and fulfillment with paying the bills. Call them "patrons," "art directors," or "clients," but meeting their needs only uses the technical and problem solving parts of the creative (mostly.) Almost all the creatives I know and have known are either doing exactly as you two or are teaching or (more rarely) as Sean says, "have won first prize." Many more of us feed our creative drives in our hobbies and work at other things to support our lives.
Great video! And such an important topic for anyone in any creative field thanks for sharing.
Very good discussion. Thanks you for having it and saying what you think about these kind of subjects.
"We all know it's the good stuff but we forget that in the pursuit of stupid things " :-) yep. Great !
Glad I found the channels of you both. Inspiring stuff, even for a more nature photography oriented guy. Love the discussions and deepness.
Thank you so much for being honest about photography. You basically talked a out my life and made me more comfortable about it xx
Thank you for your comment David, you're so welcome
Nodded my head all the way through, great video and conversation, Tommy and Sean, cheers.
Pleasure Simon :)
that was awesome.. thanks for being vulnerable and honest and true. Big fan of you both!
Thank you Michael :) Im glad you enjoyed this
Inspiring conversation! thx!
Thank you Ronald :)
Such a great video. This has really changed my mind set. So thank you so much to both of you. You going to have to do the photography jobs that you are not going to be proud of. That's that I need to do more off. Yet again thank you both so much for some Reality Check
Thank you so much for this video. I’m also a portrait photographer and the confident problem is real more so when it comes to comparison in social media. Keep up the good work 👍🏻
Beautiful conversational piece.. very transparent.
You're welcome dude
A terrific video and interview. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much :)
Loved your portrait of Sean, and discovered a great UA-cam channel too😍
Great discussion! I think it’s also important to note that even if you reach the point where you’re getting paid for what you love to do, that could become normal and you might not get the same fulfillment as you did initially. For me, 99-100% of my creative fulfillment is completely detached from my financial fulfillment. It’s just the reality in which I’m in at this stage of my life. It’s tough to navigate at times.
Its very, very tough man! Its soo rare anyone is winning first prize but as long as you're feeling fullfilled even in your hobby for your own mental health than thats still great!
This was amazing!
Two of my faves! Thanks guys.
Thank you John :)
Love your work!! What light is that in the background at 16:29?
That's what I'm talking about! Love it, bro. I need to hurry up and buy a plane ticket, then give you guys a high five.
DO IT BRO :)
🙏🙏🙏
Great video & very interesting ... especially how even pro-togs have to do the “daily grind” like most of us to be able to complete personal projects and be fulfilled as a creator.. great advice to about the confidence knocks most of us suffer from to 🙂
Great video Tommy I feel you guys pain.
I've been a photographer for many years now and a couple of years ago I had to diversify to survive.
Now I invest most of my profits into property which provides me with a passive income to allow me to photograph the things that I love.
It's a great position to be in to be choosy and not feel like you have to..but want to do the opportunities that are presented to you now.