Your absolutely right on all counts, the best images come from your own interest and passion for the images or project. The equipment these days no matter the brand is more than adequate. Looking at others on YT or insta can be exhausting and is a waste of good photography time, trying to post photos that everybody likes is impossible. Love that your back at the quarry , love your shots from there , look forward too the next video.
I've enjoyed your work for years, and your latest videos feel particularly inspired! It's like you've gotten a second wind lately; so much energy, with all the care and thoughtfulness that has drawn me to your stuff in particular over the years
I agree with you on the gear point of view - it's what you do with it, and how much time you put into it. I'm just a hobbyist, not as able to put as much time or money into my photography. I don't always get the photos I'd like, and I know it's often my impatience, not having a clearly defined reason to shoot, other than 'I'll know it when I see it'. I'm still trying to get my eye in with my own creative vision. But I still go out and shoot, and usually I'll take at least one photo on a roll that I like. I am tired of social media, so I don't always share those photos - sometimes the photos I take are just for me! All that being said, I very recently picked up a Nikon F80 at a good price, and I'm excited to see what I can produce with it!
I’m sure you’ll like the F80, it may be a middle of the road camera but they got the ergonomics spot on. I’m content to just go out walking and if I get any shots that’s a bonus, not putting too much pressure on yourself is very important.
Again, I aspire to be half as thoughtful about my photography as you are. I rarely shoot rural landscapes, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t things I can learn from.
Thanks for another splendid walk....it is really an amazing place! I love mountains, hope to get some pictures shot down at Crete this summer. And lovely pictures, always a treat.
When you got to your equipment segment.. spot on. Good gerar is easy to find. The difference is between the ears. Our "photographic eye"... what we see as suitable subject.... that is what makes or breaks the photo given that there is enough knowledge of how to use the equipment. I some times fall short and do not come away with what I should... but that's on me.
Some nice images, Steve. I really like that quarry. If I ever get over that way, it is one place I would really want to visit. Fine video...as always. I'm going to head over to the other video you mentioned and watch that one now. Cheers.
Lovely images from start to finish. the 2nd last image was spectacular for me, it had “the mood” of BW and of light and darkness. Wicked, that one. On a different note, I find a majority of UA-camrs on photography focused on gear and equipment. Nothing wrong with that, obviously. I gravitate towards a balanced vlog ie between the personal experience of walking about eg hiking, gear use , the ups and downs and finally, landscape images. It’s not purely about images only. I would think the human facet in that photography adventure of yours and those of others on UA-cam or Instagram cannot be over-emphasised. It serves as a reflection of our own mini adventures and our personal journey in doing the things we are passionate about. Cheers
The experience of being out is so important for me and often times the photography is just a bonus. Each time I go on a long walk the images are unique, unlike driving to a popular location and repeating the shots that a hundred other people have taken.
As always, amazing. I am in Queensland AU & having a journey with you along that breath taking scenery. I apologies for the input, but My favorite one was just the one before your favorite "11:40" on the time line.
Beautiful country Steve .. after a second knee replacement , I am trying to get more mobile again , my left leg has had so much work ... your inspiring hiking in my Ancestor's lands. Thank you for sharing the lovely old Flint mines. I truly wish that the Flint Industry was alive like it had been so the men in Wales had good productive work ....locally. Again Steve ; thank you ! Chris
Thanks Chris and I hope you get mobile soon so you can enjoy being out taking photos. I often wonder about the people who worked in such inhospitable locations and the tough lives they lived, so different to the modern world.
I follow your channel because I shoot the same way, but not the same subjects. Being a disabled Vet keeps me from going out much so I tend to keep close to home. I shoot many different subjects with differing formats and films. I love it this way and care less what popular view points are on what I’m using to shoot what subjects with, let alone what films to use. Love the channel and “you do you”
Thank you. If we shoot for ourselves then we aren’t disappointed when others don’t ‘like’ our shots as much as someone else’s. It’s impossible to please others all the time so why bother trying 🙂
So true about fitness.I walk a lot, do weights and cardio to keep fit when out with my gear. I've come to the realisation that newer digital cameras are not for me. They are just computers with annoying glitches compared to older DSLRs. Just my opinion, but this mindset has seen me withdraw more and more away from tech to a more basic fully in control set up shooting film cameras. Whenever I go on a daily walk it is always with a film slr. I remember you shooting videos, just the odd few where there was no dialogue, just the walk, the scenes in front of you or just a slideshow to music. There is a whole new generation of film shooters coming through my lab now and it has been great helping them get the most out of their new to them film cameras. Today was a young lady getting to grips with her Olympus XA and showing her how to get the best results shooting with it. I'm back 🔙 n my comfort zone with film. I do enjoy digital but film is my passion. Beautiful photos Steve. Thanks again for creating such great content and not a Squarespace plug in sight.
I feel very much the same about modern equipment Simon, it offers amazing possibilities but leaves me cold. I sometimes wonder why I struggle with film on long hikes but always appreciate the results when I develop the rolls a few days later. Keeping fit is very important to me and I know that I have to be careful when out alone in the hills. Things that I could do without thought 30 years ago now take careful preparation and the walking gear has to be just right. Thankfully there’s a lot of good advice (among the bad) out there on the internet about general diet and health that it’s helping me keep doing what I love for longer.
A super video! Equipment is all good! Older or newer. Mine are old! It's about Seeing! All the technical crp of new gear is nonsense. How many. make wall sized murals? I have problem seeing a small screen and thinking monster print! You are never Boring! Never. Trying to change? Sorry, we don't! I'm using phone more and more! My age and strength. Bravo Steve!
great episode as always Steve. Best advise is shoot for yourself if others like it that's a bonus, I treat my channel like that I love trying new to me gear sometimes it works sometimes not but I always enjoy the effort.
Very true Paul, UA-cam is likely just a passing phase and we’ll be onto something new in the future. I don’t want to look back and think I spent all my time trying to please others 🙂
@@SteveONions true mate I gotta be honest tho' even if some other phase takes off I'll still load onto YT I really enjoy the process, it's made me try loadsa camera I might never have gotten round to. It keeps the interest alive n kicking.....
Absolutely beautiful place to go for a wander, and great images captured of the scene and the mood. The one of the old house and tree from above - loved that one in particular.
Something you said during the video reminded me of something Leonardo DaVinci said to me all those years ago. “The painter will produce pictures of little merit if he takes the work of others as his standard”. One of the problems as I see it is that back in our day (pre wheels) a bride would look in magazines at wedding photography for ideas and of course only the good work made it into the magazines. This meant that their expectations were high and a photographer had to meet those expectations to be considered. These days a bride to be uses Facebook to look at others images and (on the whole) the standard has dropped considerably, therefore her expectations are much lower. Potential photographers only have to meet the lower expectations to be considered “acceptable”. Ramble over 😂
I think that many people are disheartened when they see the amazing photos on social media. If only that took time to consider that most aren’t real and the photographer is better at photoshop than capturing real beauty.
Very nice video. I appreciate your mention of physical fitness, that can be a challenge. Especially as one ages, I have found I have to really work at staying fit while when I was younger it was there naturally. Best wishes! God bless!
I have to make a lot of effort these days John, I even pace myself carefully on days leading up to a long walk and never do anything strenuous the day before.
Agree with everything you said. And I've also only got stamina for walking/hiking and short sprints as well. I remember starting first in a relay where my leg was only 400m . After one hundred I was done. Walked the rest. A strong heart compensates for that luckily. Also I know now I'm a street shooter at heart. But I don't like going around shooting random strangers. It's gotta be a situtation or something special. I also like streets, cars, lights & architecture by night. So I'll be looking forward to your walks vlogs then. Cheers and thanks for sharing!
Too much information. Too many people telling you to need this bit of kit, or that sort of shot in your own portfolio. You're right. Much better to get involved, get out there, and focus (literally!) on whatever catches your attention. That's what all "the Greats" did, afterall...
Thanks David. Back before social media and image sharing on the internet it was all about being happy with your own progress, we all need a bit more of that again.
Very valid topics touched on in this video. And what I completely agree with you on: the whole art of photography is centred in the photographer, not in the equipment. Steve, take care and good luck! P.S. Why don't you exhibit on Flickr? You used to have an account there.
Thank you. I cut down on the number of platforms I used just because it was impossible to keep them updated whilst still responding to comments and questions. I like to respond to everyone if at all possible and with five or six places to check it was becoming hard to do. It’s likely that I’ll have a new place to show the photos by the end of this year.
@@SteveONions Wow! That's great! Steve, I follow your work all the time. They are really inspiring for further work. Again, thanks for posting and take care!
Cheers Steve. Food for thought. I can't walk far these days - old age and cancers don't help much. Ha! But I do enjoy getting out and about when I can - even when I have to take my lad along to help keep me upright. I've reverted to an old Canon 400D purely for weight but I've found it more than adequate for splashing images across Fb. I just enjoy being out there - usually in light rain - I am in the Welsh Valleys after all. Take care my friend .... and take more excellent photos. Hwyl fawr.
Well said! Nothing wrong with those older cameras and unless we’re making really big prints then 10mp is just fine (I doubt my 35mm films give me anything above 6mp of true resolution).
Interesting discussion and focus. Just purchased a new (to me) 35mm F2.5 series E lens - you know, totally inadequate compared to todays hi-tech and optically superior lenses - and was very impressed with sharpness, detail, and rendition. But what do I know?! 😉 Looking forward to watching your other video. Cheers!
A great subject to touch on, Steve. This year I decided to abandon what I thought were the ethos of my photograhy and start taking risks. That has stopped the boredom to some extent, and I hope the mediocrety. You know that I prefer B&W film to digital any day and as the result, I have tried to stop thinkng about banging a filter on top of the lens, downrating, etc etc and I have even started to tackle subjects that i considered taboo for me up to now. I have even attempted to stick my lens into people's faces ( not really but you know what I mean ) and do ' street '. I have started to try and shoot like Robert Adams and Raymond Moore. Something to exercise the mind as well as the eyes. I really do get what you mean, but for me it is about taking risks now.
It’s always a good idea to change things up every so often as we can easily get into a rut and lose interest. I swing between B&W and colour but know my heart is with the former. Perhaps trying new approaches is needed if only to confirm we like what we usually do?
Now then! I didn’t know about this other channel, smashing. Great point about fitness. Still chucking at the stile. That’ll keep your fitness up 😁 cracking photography. Also bang on about UA-cam and get your head in some books, look back in time as well, history of art. I’ll pop over and see where it is, It’s a sin I don’t spend more time in Wales.
Thanks Mali, I’m surprised you don’t do Wales more often given that you fairly well placed for day trips. Oh, and I haven’t forgotten that I need to give you a few dates too! 😀
I'm fit to be out as long as it involves chips and a good walk, preferably with marmite in the morning. Top of Porthgain harbor has an old slate mine. Pembrokeshire coast path is nice to wonder preferably when all the droids are busy.
I enjoyed (and agree with) your thoughts on fitness in preparation of your hikes. Would love to see a short video on what you to to maintain your hiking fitness in more detail. Also, how early do you start your hikes?
Great suggestion Paul, I’ve been thinking of upsetting the video I did on photo hiking a couple of years ago and I’d like to stress the fitness angle. When it comes to getting out on photo hikes I like to start them just before sunrise, unless it’s mid summer. That usually means getting up and out by 4am which means I can always get a parking space and do most of the walk before many other people are on the hills. I always prefer the early stages of the walk when I feel closer to the natural environment and the light is more interesting.
@@SteveONions Steve, I would love to see an updated photo hiking video with your thoughts on fitness prep! I live, hike and photograph in the mountains of Colorado, and have always found you videos relevant and inspirational.
great vid and discussion. Im the very same.. after years of getting caught up in it all.. i now dont look at socials in terms of photography. People are so polarised now anyway, that you cant even have a discussion because so many photographers think they know it all ...for such a subjective subject, i cant see how. I can name many here who everyone will know and they just are so rude. Fitness and getting out and enjoying it is the main thing.. doing it for you... youtube is great, but boy, there are so many people trying to earn a buck, and the photography is poor, yet they think they are the greatest photographers lol Also Gear acquisition syndrome seems to exits for many of them... and its just seems to be creating content for the sake of content to maintain subscribers. Its all a distraction really and people fall for it. There is also only so much people can post without all saying the same thing.. in fact there are a few channels who seem to copy one another in a matter of weeks. I enjoy your channel because you get photography and being outdoors... a personal experience... its simple. Keep it up.
Agree with that. The majority of you tubers rely on click bait. All do the same thing and their photography is so so. They need to go get a proper job. Steve is in a minority that is different.
Enjoyed the video Steve - some nice images in there. Also intrigued by your other channel. Just wondering whether you find the early morning starts for photo trips more challenging as you get older? I certainly do! Any tips appreciated.
Thanks Steve, if I pursued UA-cam as a full time job I’d be forced to put out catchy content just to make meagre living. I’d rather keep photography as a passion and earn my money elsewhere.
Thanks David. I’ve never had a problem getting up early, quite the opposite in fact, I struggle to sleep past 5am. I enjoy the early starts as the light is, in my opinion at its best and the lack of people is a real bonus (not to mention I can always get a parking space!).
@@SteveONions Agreed - sunrise over sunset every time, for the reasons you mention plus no clash with family dinner time. Always a sense of anticipation at what the new day will bring. You must be up and about at an ungodly hour to make N Wales for dawn in summer - respect!
Did you use a drone at all Steve, or have someone along with you? Trying to figure out the aerial fisheye spin shots. Another great informative video man 👍📸
As an amateur I use the "if I like it, take it approach". I do not look for masterpieces but for improved photos or just ones that appeal to me. When I had a photo business ages ago (way before digital), I could not do that. I now photograph only for myself. I always love and follow your videos.
@@SteveONions Yep that happened to me. However, I was only at it part-time and could have done it fulltime. However, even the parttime worked robbed me of the joy of photography.
6:20 was *just because* intentional? 😊 Somehow I'm thinking the photo of the sheep should have been shown when you were recommending not to be influenced by UA-cam, Instagram etcetera.
I've decided to embrace my mediocrity and not fight it At my age and health issues I'll never be a great photographer but am enjoying it more I'm turned off at the do's and don'ts on UA-cam from so called experts, so I don't watch them any more I like your advice on this one and the photos aren't bad either way 📷 👍
Your absolutely right on all counts, the best images come from your own interest and passion for the images or project. The equipment these days no matter the brand is more than adequate. Looking at others on YT or insta can be exhausting and is a waste of good photography time, trying to post photos that everybody likes is impossible. Love that your back at the quarry , love your shots from there , look forward too the next video.
Thanks Christine, the slate quarries offer an almost unlimited number of photo opportunities although they are best suited to dull and wet days.
As always Steve, thanks for taking us along with you, it's a privilege, some good shots too. Thanks again.
Glad you enjoyed it
I've enjoyed your work for years, and your latest videos feel particularly inspired! It's like you've gotten a second wind lately; so much energy, with all the care and thoughtfulness that has drawn me to your stuff in particular over the years
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoy coming along on the trips.
I agree with you on the gear point of view - it's what you do with it, and how much time you put into it. I'm just a hobbyist, not as able to put as much time or money into my photography. I don't always get the photos I'd like, and I know it's often my impatience, not having a clearly defined reason to shoot, other than 'I'll know it when I see it'. I'm still trying to get my eye in with my own creative vision. But I still go out and shoot, and usually I'll take at least one photo on a roll that I like. I am tired of social media, so I don't always share those photos - sometimes the photos I take are just for me!
All that being said, I very recently picked up a Nikon F80 at a good price, and I'm excited to see what I can produce with it!
I’m sure you’ll like the F80, it may be a middle of the road camera but they got the ergonomics spot on.
I’m content to just go out walking and if I get any shots that’s a bonus, not putting too much pressure on yourself is very important.
Again, I aspire to be half as thoughtful about my photography as you are. I rarely shoot rural landscapes, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t things I can learn from.
Thank you 😊
Love the image at 1:55 Steve. Great contrast between foreground and background creating great depth. Wonderful!
Thanks Larry.
Thanks for taking us along. Look forward to your new images. These trips always encourage me to grab my old film camera and head for the hills.
Great to hear!
I've been watching since 2019-2020, and I absolutely love your approach to photography. Good stuff as always Steve.
Thanks Colin 👍
Thanks for another splendid walk....it is really an amazing place! I love mountains, hope to get some pictures shot down at Crete this summer. And lovely pictures, always a treat.
Crete is lovely, only been once and I was surprised by how big the island is. The light is incredible.
When you got to your equipment segment.. spot on. Good gerar is easy to find. The difference is between the ears. Our "photographic eye"... what we see as suitable subject.... that is what makes or breaks the photo given that there is enough knowledge of how to use the equipment. I some times fall short and do not come away with what I should... but that's on me.
Very true Mark, the equipment is rarely to blame , unless it breaks without any provocation!
Very wise words, Steve. Loving your very contemplative approach.
Thank you kindly Graham.
Some nice images, Steve. I really like that quarry. If I ever get over that way, it is one place I would really want to visit. Fine video...as always. I'm going to head over to the other video you mentioned and watch that one now. Cheers.
Thanks James, I’m lucky to have so many abandoned quarries within 2hrs drive from home.
Good to see the return of the "Blazing Saddles" stile.
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Lovely images from start to finish. the 2nd last image was spectacular for me, it had “the mood” of BW and of light and darkness. Wicked, that one. On a different note, I find a majority of UA-camrs on photography focused on gear and equipment. Nothing wrong with that, obviously. I gravitate towards a balanced vlog ie between the personal experience of walking about eg hiking, gear use , the ups and downs and finally, landscape images. It’s not purely about images only. I would think the human facet in that photography adventure of yours and those of others on UA-cam or Instagram cannot be over-emphasised. It serves as a reflection of our own mini adventures and our personal journey in doing the things we are passionate about. Cheers
The experience of being out is so important for me and often times the photography is just a bonus. Each time I go on a long walk the images are unique, unlike driving to a popular location and repeating the shots that a hundred other people have taken.
As always, amazing. I am in Queensland AU & having a journey with you along that breath taking scenery. I apologies for the input, but My favorite one was just the one before your favorite "11:40" on the time line.
Thanks Peter, I’m glad you enjoyed it.
1:40 in... can't help but notice a wide open gate there Steve... :)
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Enjoy that you are still able to walk that far!
Me too, although I wish I wasn’t as tired at the end 😀
Really enjoyed this one, Steve. I enjoy almost everything you put out, but this one really resonated with me.
Thanks for the kind words 😊
Another great video Steve. Really enjoying your channel, will definitely follow the other one.
Thanks Peter 👍
While I definitively enjoy your photography-centric videos, I love the outdoor aspect of it even more. Thank you very much for sharing.
I’m pretty much the same, being outdoors is the most important part of photography.
@@SteveONions well said.
It’s good to watch your videos ! 😊🤝
Glad you like them!
Well said. Enjoyed this video
Much appreciated Katharine.
As long as you keep repeating your stairs sketch, you're in good shape.
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Thank you I enjoyed this video.
Glad you enjoyed it 😊
Well done! I like your philosophy.
Thank you 🙂
Beautiful country Steve .. after a second knee replacement , I am trying to get more mobile again , my left leg has had so much work ... your inspiring hiking in my Ancestor's lands.
Thank you for sharing the lovely old Flint mines. I truly wish that the Flint Industry was alive like it had been so the men in Wales had good productive work ....locally.
Again Steve ; thank you ! Chris
Thanks Chris and I hope you get mobile soon so you can enjoy being out taking photos. I often wonder about the people who worked in such inhospitable locations and the tough lives they lived, so different to the modern world.
I follow your channel because I shoot the same way, but not the same subjects. Being a disabled Vet keeps me from going out much so I tend to keep close to home. I shoot many different subjects with differing formats and films. I love it this way and care less what popular view points are on what I’m using to shoot what subjects with, let alone what films to use. Love the channel and “you do you”
Thank you. If we shoot for ourselves then we aren’t disappointed when others don’t ‘like’ our shots as much as someone else’s. It’s impossible to please others all the time so why bother trying 🙂
So true about fitness.I walk a lot, do weights and cardio to keep fit when out with my gear. I've come to the realisation that newer digital cameras are not for me. They are just computers with annoying glitches compared to older DSLRs. Just my opinion, but this mindset has seen me withdraw more and more away from tech to a more basic fully in control set up shooting film cameras. Whenever I go on a daily walk it is always with a film slr. I remember you shooting videos, just the odd few where there was no dialogue, just the walk, the scenes in front of you or just a slideshow to music. There is a whole new generation of film shooters coming through my lab now and it has been great helping them get the most out of their new to them film cameras. Today was a young lady getting to grips with her Olympus XA and showing her how to get the best results shooting with it. I'm back 🔙 n my comfort zone with film. I do enjoy digital but film is my passion. Beautiful photos Steve. Thanks again for creating such great content and not a Squarespace plug in sight.
I feel very much the same about modern equipment Simon, it offers amazing possibilities but leaves me cold. I sometimes wonder why I struggle with film on long hikes but always appreciate the results when I develop the rolls a few days later.
Keeping fit is very important to me and I know that I have to be careful when out alone in the hills. Things that I could do without thought 30 years ago now take careful preparation and the walking gear has to be just right. Thankfully there’s a lot of good advice (among the bad) out there on the internet about general diet and health that it’s helping me keep doing what I love for longer.
All you say really resonates with me. But I will not stop watching your videos.
Damn, people just won’t stop watching UA-cam photographers 😀
Great advice on more than just photography. Always enjoyable, Steve.
Glad you enjoyed it Harry.
A super video! Equipment is all good! Older or newer. Mine are old! It's about Seeing! All the technical crp of new gear is nonsense. How many. make wall sized murals? I have problem seeing a small screen and thinking monster print! You are never Boring! Never. Trying to change? Sorry, we don't! I'm using phone more and more! My age and strength. Bravo Steve!
I love the phone too Jason, rarely take a real camera on holiday now, it’s the pictures you come back with that matter, not the equipment.
great episode as always Steve. Best advise is shoot for yourself if others like it that's a bonus, I treat my channel like that I love trying new to me gear sometimes it works sometimes not but I always enjoy the effort.
Very true Paul, UA-cam is likely just a passing phase and we’ll be onto something new in the future. I don’t want to look back and think I spent all my time trying to please others 🙂
@@SteveONions true mate I gotta be honest tho' even if some other phase takes off I'll still load onto YT I really enjoy the process, it's made me try loadsa camera I might never have gotten round to. It keeps the interest alive n kicking.....
I very much enjoy your style of narration. I find your videos just as interesting when they are not geared focussed. Cheers Geoff
Glad you like them Geoff 👍
Absolutely beautiful place to go for a wander, and great images captured of the scene and the mood. The one of the old house and tree from above - loved that one in particular.
Thanks Bob, I rarely need the 300mm end of the zoom but it does come in handy at times.
You look fit to me! Love your photographs and your channel. Love your insights.
Thank you so much 😊
Good video, I'm inspired
Thank you 😊
Something you said during the video reminded me of something Leonardo DaVinci said to me all those years ago. “The painter will produce pictures of little merit if he takes the work of others as his standard”. One of the problems as I see it is that back in our day (pre wheels) a bride would look in magazines at wedding photography for ideas and of course only the good work made it into the magazines. This meant that their expectations were high and a photographer had to meet those expectations to be considered. These days a bride to be uses Facebook to look at others images and (on the whole) the standard has dropped considerably, therefore her expectations are much lower. Potential photographers only have to meet the lower expectations to be considered “acceptable”. Ramble over 😂
I think that many people are disheartened when they see the amazing photos on social media. If only that took time to consider that most aren’t real and the photographer is better at photoshop than capturing real beauty.
Thankyou Steve. I enjoyed this more personal video, the scenery and the photos. I have subscribed to your new channel.
Thank you 😊
Very nice video. I appreciate your mention of physical fitness, that can be a challenge. Especially as one ages, I have found I have to really work at staying fit while when I was younger it was there naturally. Best wishes! God bless!
I have to make a lot of effort these days John, I even pace myself carefully on days leading up to a long walk and never do anything strenuous the day before.
Agree with everything you said.
And I've also only got stamina for walking/hiking and short sprints as well.
I remember starting first in a relay where my leg was only 400m . After one hundred I was done. Walked the rest.
A strong heart compensates for that luckily.
Also I know now I'm a street shooter at heart. But I don't like going around shooting random strangers.
It's gotta be a situtation or something special. I also like streets, cars, lights & architecture by night.
So I'll be looking forward to your walks vlogs then.
Cheers and thanks for sharing!
I know what you about city shooting, I don’t like to be too obvious and prefer the buildings and inanimate objects.
Too much information. Too many people telling you to need this bit of kit, or that sort of shot in your own portfolio.
You're right. Much better to get involved, get out there, and focus (literally!) on whatever catches your attention. That's what all "the Greats" did, afterall...
Thanks David. Back before social media and image sharing on the internet it was all about being happy with your own progress, we all need a bit more of that again.
I prefer this video with you talking and sharing your thoughts to the one you made for yourself on the other channel.
Something to suit everyone then 😊👍
Thought provoking, thanks Steve.
Thanks Stephen.
Very valid topics touched on in this video. And what I completely agree with you on: the whole art of photography is centred in the photographer, not in the equipment.
Steve, take care and good luck!
P.S. Why don't you exhibit on Flickr? You used to have an account there.
Thank you.
I cut down on the number of platforms I used just because it was impossible to keep them updated whilst still responding to comments and questions. I like to respond to everyone if at all possible and with five or six places to check it was becoming hard to do.
It’s likely that I’ll have a new place to show the photos by the end of this year.
@@SteveONions
Wow! That's great!
Steve, I follow your work all the time. They are really inspiring for further work.
Again, thanks for posting and take care!
Cheers Steve. Food for thought. I can't walk far these days - old age and cancers don't help much. Ha! But I do enjoy getting out and about when I can - even when I have to take my lad along to help keep me upright. I've reverted to an old Canon 400D purely for weight but I've found it more than adequate for splashing images across Fb. I just enjoy being out there - usually in light rain - I am in the Welsh Valleys after all. Take care my friend .... and take more excellent photos. Hwyl fawr.
Well said! Nothing wrong with those older cameras and unless we’re making really big prints then 10mp is just fine (I doubt my 35mm films give me anything above 6mp of true resolution).
Interesting discussion and focus. Just purchased a new (to me) 35mm F2.5 series E lens - you know, totally inadequate compared to todays hi-tech and optically superior lenses - and was very impressed with sharpness, detail, and rendition. But what do I know?! 😉 Looking forward to watching your other video. Cheers!
The series E lenses were always considered excellent and by modern day standards the build is top notch.
A great subject to touch on, Steve. This year I decided to abandon what I thought were the ethos of my photograhy and start taking risks. That has stopped the boredom to some extent, and I hope the mediocrety. You know that I prefer B&W film to digital any day and as the result, I have tried to stop thinkng about banging a filter on top of the lens, downrating, etc etc and I have even started to tackle subjects that i considered taboo for me up to now. I have even attempted to stick my lens into people's faces ( not really but you know what I mean ) and do ' street '. I have started to try and shoot like Robert Adams and Raymond Moore. Something to exercise the mind as well as the eyes. I really do get what you mean, but for me it is about taking risks now.
It’s always a good idea to change things up every so often as we can easily get into a rut and lose interest. I swing between B&W and colour but know my heart is with the former. Perhaps trying new approaches is needed if only to confirm we like what we usually do?
@@SteveONions LOL, yes like having an affair just to prove to yourself that you still love your wife. Perhaps not a good analogy.
Now then! I didn’t know about this other channel, smashing. Great point about fitness. Still chucking at the stile. That’ll keep your fitness up 😁 cracking photography. Also bang on about UA-cam and get your head in some books, look back in time as well, history of art. I’ll pop over and see where it is, It’s a sin I don’t spend more time in Wales.
Thanks Mali, I’m surprised you don’t do Wales more often given that you fairly well placed for day trips. Oh, and I haven’t forgotten that I need to give you a few dates too! 😀
@@SteveONions no rush at all. Whenever you get chance.
I'm fit to be out as long as it involves chips and a good walk, preferably with marmite in the morning. Top of Porthgain harbor has an old slate mine. Pembrokeshire coast path is nice to wonder preferably when all the droids are busy.
I like marmite 😊. I also like the workings above Porthgain, spent a week there 15 years ago and shot a lot of 6x6.
I enjoyed (and agree with) your thoughts on fitness in preparation of your hikes. Would love to see a short video on what you to to maintain your hiking fitness in more detail. Also, how early do you start your hikes?
Great suggestion Paul, I’ve been thinking of upsetting the video I did on photo hiking a couple of years ago and I’d like to stress the fitness angle.
When it comes to getting out on photo hikes I like to start them just before sunrise, unless it’s mid summer. That usually means getting up and out by 4am which means I can always get a parking space and do most of the walk before many other people are on the hills. I always prefer the early stages of the walk when I feel closer to the natural environment and the light is more interesting.
@@SteveONions Steve, I would love to see an updated photo hiking video with your thoughts on fitness prep! I live, hike and photograph in the mountains of Colorado, and have always found you videos relevant and inspirational.
great vid and discussion. Im the very same.. after years of getting caught up in it all.. i now dont look at socials in terms of photography. People are so polarised now anyway, that you cant even have a discussion because so many photographers think they know it all ...for such a subjective subject, i cant see how. I can name many here who everyone will know and they just are so rude.
Fitness and getting out and enjoying it is the main thing.. doing it for you... youtube is great, but boy, there are so many people trying to earn a buck, and the photography is poor, yet they think they are the greatest photographers lol Also Gear acquisition syndrome seems to exits for many of them... and its just seems to be creating content for the sake of content to maintain subscribers. Its all a distraction really and people fall for it. There is also only so much people can post without all saying the same thing.. in fact there are a few channels who seem to copy one another in a matter of weeks.
I enjoy your channel because you get photography and being outdoors... a personal experience... its simple. Keep it up.
Agree with that. The majority of you tubers rely on click bait. All do the same thing and their photography is so so. They need to go get a proper job.
Steve is in a minority that is different.
Enjoyed the video Steve - some nice images in there. Also intrigued by your other channel. Just wondering whether you find the early morning starts for photo trips more challenging as you get older? I certainly do! Any tips appreciated.
Thanks Steve, if I pursued UA-cam as a full time job I’d be forced to put out catchy content just to make meagre living. I’d rather keep photography as a passion and earn my money elsewhere.
Thanks David. I’ve never had a problem getting up early, quite the opposite in fact, I struggle to sleep past 5am. I enjoy the early starts as the light is, in my opinion at its best and the lack of people is a real bonus (not to mention I can always get a parking space!).
@@SteveONions Agreed - sunrise over sunset every time, for the reasons you mention plus no clash with family dinner time. Always a sense of anticipation at what the new day will bring. You must be up and about at an ungodly hour to make N Wales for dawn in summer - respect!
Did you use a drone at all Steve, or have someone along with you? Trying to figure out the aerial fisheye spin shots. Another great informative video man 👍📸
I’ve recently picked up one of those 360 cameras just for outings like this 🙂
As an amateur I use the "if I like it, take it approach". I do not look for masterpieces but for improved photos or just ones that appeal to me. When I had a photo business ages ago (way before digital), I could not do that. I now photograph only for myself. I always love and follow your videos.
I wouldn’t like to do photography as a full time profession, it would spoil the enjoyment and I’d probably move on to something else.
@@SteveONions Yep that happened to me. However, I was only at it part-time and could have done it fulltime. However, even the parttime worked robbed me of the joy of photography.
6:20 was *just because* intentional? 😊
Somehow I'm thinking the photo of the sheep should have been shown when you were recommending not to be influenced by UA-cam, Instagram etcetera.
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I've decided to embrace my mediocrity and not fight it
At my age and health issues I'll never be a great photographer but am enjoying it more
I'm turned off at the do's and don'ts on UA-cam from so called experts, so I don't watch them any more
I like your advice on this one and the photos aren't bad either way 📷 👍
Same here, I’ve long got over the idea of becoming really good at photography and I’m happy just to take things as they come.
Lots of common sense !
You're just full of hot air. I never have taken any You Tuber very serous.
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