Hi Alex, a great video, buddy! Oh yes, in the end, it is all about bringing everything together. That doesn't always work, but I think that is even good. Because by that we can appreciate it much more when it works one day 😊 Thank you for the video and nice greetings, Christian
Hey Alex, there is nothing wrong with doing what you are good at and enjoying the light. Of course it is great to progress and find new ways to push your creative borders. But don't feel bad about taking these awesome landscape images, they are part of you :-)
Nice images! I can't say I contemplate my photography to that degree, but appreciate the share. Happy trails! (Gavin would approve of the appropriate footwear!)
I don't think your title is clickbait, as some seem to think. I think you are photographing outside your comfort zone and being vulnerable enough to show us the results. Thank you for your honesty 😊.
@AlexArmitage - Enjoying the philosophical photography sessions Alex - first saw you with Gavin and Amanda and loved all the background information on 'the Norse men/Vikings'. Thank you 😊.
Hey Alex, Nice set of images and don't be too hard on yourself. For me after all those years is really good just to spend time outside and enjoy the moment. If I get a picture is not the priority anymore and it really helped to release the pressure of always trying to get the best shot. Don;t worry the best shots will find you. :)
I can totally relate. I try to go out as much as possible also with no expectations on days with no "fore casted conditions" and start to experiment. And then it happens: "Oh look, something shiny" (aka light, fog, aka "conditions") and leaving "the experiment" and back to the "usual" I go 🤔
I hate to say this but I found most if not all your images beautiful. The last shot was outstanding. Love your videos and your comments are deep and alway thought provoking. Wolfgang
Always love your philosophy and introspection regarding enjoying and improving your craft and also glad you had some fun and joy while doing it, whether you ended up with an image you liked or not! I was thinking that the wave/sun series down on the beach would maybe be a good candidate for a ‘composite’ (which I never do but am not opposed to if the artist is transparent about their processing). Unless you are a documentary photojournalist, or scientist, all types of creative, artistic editing is perfectly acceptable as you use your superpower to freeze time and beauty! Maybe that wouldn’t sing to you though, and that is equally important as you outlined. Just ordered your beautiful calendar that will allow me to travel vicariously to places I will never get to. It looks dreamy! Thanks for taking us along, Alex!
Thanks so much Juanita! I hope you like the Calendar :) As for compositing, while I'm not opposed to it in any way, it's just something I've found myself doing much less than in the past.
Great video Alex! Love your images, particularly the last couple sunset images around the shoreline. All very inspiring. Newfoundland is a great location!
I love how opposite we are. I get out my 100-400 more than I should and I tried this year to shoot wider. So far my most popular focal length is 35mm but I wasn’t consciously thinking about it when taking any of them. If you’re ever in MA get in touch. It might be fun to see how we interpret the same place very differently.
Great episode. On rushing, put a RedBull in the TOP pouch of my camera bag while rushing to catch Sunset and it go punctured, soaking a bunch of stuff. Luckily my camera was out and I only lost a battery brick. On, not connecting to work. I feel this deeply. No answers, other than to say I have convinced myself that just because it no longer lights a spark for me, doesn't mean it is "wrong". Familiarity isn't failure.
Being "stuck" is a new thing for our fast-paced digital age as we've lost sight of the contemplative nature of true artistic creation. The rush to produce and share content has overshadowed the essential practice of deep observation and meaningful interpretation. Imagine Ansel Adams in today's world - his meticulous approach to photography would seem almost alien. He didn't just take pictures; he crafted visual poems, each frame a result of patient observation and intimate understanding of his subject. This deliberate process allowed him to forge a genuine emotional connection with his work, something that's often missing in our "spray and pray" culture. Limit oneself to a few decisive shots per day. It encourages a return to the roots of artistic creation - careful observation, deep understanding, and authentic interpretation. By slowing down and truly engaging with our subjects, we can create art that resonates on a deeper level, capturing the true essence of what we see. This approach isn't just about creating better art; it's about rediscovering the joy of the creative process itself. It's a reminder that meaningful art isn't born from quantity, but from quality of perception and interpretation. In embracing this mindset, we might find ourselves not just better artists, but more thoughtful, connected individuals.
Hey Alex, when i am stuck and feel like i have shot about everything that could (in my mind;)), i just go macro for a while....clear up my creativity, and opens up another world all together...My 2 cents ;)
Yeah my hometown. 29:04 & 30:40 my playground as a child....cheers. Buddy we have spoken on this not Newfinlin.........It's NewfoundLand.....say it fast no "lin"
love the video, alway like seeing home from someone else perspective. Oh, It's also pronounced New-fin-land. let's break it down SesameStreet style......so, say those three words fast and together...and you'll pronounce Newfoundland correctly.
Hi Alex, a great video, buddy! Oh yes, in the end, it is all about bringing everything together. That doesn't always work, but I think that is even good. Because by that we can appreciate it much more when it works one day 😊
Thank you for the video and nice greetings,
Christian
Thanks so much Christian
Hey Alex, there is nothing wrong with doing what you are good at and enjoying the light. Of course it is great to progress and find new ways to push your creative borders. But don't feel bad about taking these awesome landscape images, they are part of you :-)
Nice images! I can't say I contemplate my photography to that degree, but appreciate the share. Happy trails! (Gavin would approve of the appropriate footwear!)
I don't think your title is clickbait, as some seem to think. I think you are photographing outside your comfort zone and being vulnerable enough to show us the results. Thank you for your honesty 😊.
Thanks for your kind words ☺️
@AlexArmitage - Enjoying the philosophical photography sessions Alex - first saw you with Gavin and Amanda and loved all the background information on 'the Norse men/Vikings'. Thank you 😊.
thank you for sharing your joy with us!
Hey Alex, Nice set of images and don't be too hard on yourself. For me after all those years is really good just to spend time outside and enjoy the moment. If I get a picture is not the priority anymore and it really helped to release the pressure of always trying to get the best shot. Don;t worry the best shots will find you. :)
They are :)
I can totally relate. I try to go out as much as possible also with no expectations on days with no "fore casted conditions" and start to experiment. And then it happens: "Oh look, something shiny" (aka light, fog, aka "conditions") and leaving "the experiment" and back to the "usual" I go 🤔
I hate to say this but I found most if not all your images beautiful. The last shot was outstanding. Love your videos and your comments are deep and alway thought provoking.
Wolfgang
Thanks Wolfgang!
Always love your philosophy and introspection regarding enjoying and improving your craft and also glad you had some fun and joy while doing it, whether you ended up with an image you liked or not! I was thinking that the wave/sun series down on the beach would maybe be a good candidate for a ‘composite’ (which I never do but am not opposed to if the artist is transparent about their processing). Unless you are a documentary photojournalist, or scientist, all types of creative, artistic editing is perfectly acceptable as you use your superpower to freeze time and beauty! Maybe that wouldn’t sing to you though, and that is equally important as you outlined. Just ordered your beautiful calendar that will allow me to travel vicariously to places I will never get to. It looks dreamy! Thanks for taking us along, Alex!
Thanks so much Juanita! I hope you like the Calendar :) As for compositing, while I'm not opposed to it in any way, it's just something I've found myself doing much less than in the past.
Thanks!
Great video Alex! Your images are a true inspiration and you continue to be my favorite photographer on UA-cam. I’m glad your drone controller is OK!!
Wow thank you so much! This means a lot.
Great video Alex! Love your images, particularly the last couple sunset images around the shoreline. All very inspiring. Newfoundland is a great location!
So happy you loved it here. My family is from hillgrade/fairbank just outside Twillingate. Wonderful spot to be.
My favorite :)
Almost the same. Cheers.
where are you now?
Great video! Very motivational! Thanks for taking me along!
nice Alex !!
Great video Alex.
Ty James
Great video as always!
Thank you ☺️
I love how opposite we are. I get out my 100-400 more than I should and I tried this year to shoot wider.
So far my most popular focal length is 35mm but I wasn’t consciously thinking about it when taking any of them.
If you’re ever in MA get in touch. It might be fun to see how we interpret the same place very differently.
We all shoot a bit differently :)
@ and I love your work! It inspires me to think wider. Don’t be afraid to embrace what you’re good at if it calls for it!
Great episode. On rushing, put a RedBull in the TOP pouch of my camera bag while rushing to catch Sunset and it go punctured, soaking a bunch of stuff. Luckily my camera was out and I only lost a battery brick. On, not connecting to work. I feel this deeply. No answers, other than to say I have convinced myself that just because it no longer lights a spark for me, doesn't mean it is "wrong". Familiarity isn't failure.
I’m just glad mine wasn’t sugar based. Would have ruined the controller for sure
Being "stuck" is a new thing for our fast-paced digital age as we've lost sight of the contemplative nature of true artistic creation. The rush to produce and share content has overshadowed the essential practice of deep observation and meaningful interpretation.
Imagine Ansel Adams in today's world - his meticulous approach to photography would seem almost alien. He didn't just take pictures; he crafted visual poems, each frame a result of patient observation and intimate understanding of his subject. This deliberate process allowed him to forge a genuine emotional connection with his work, something that's often missing in our "spray and pray" culture. Limit oneself to a few decisive shots per day. It encourages a return to the roots of artistic creation - careful observation, deep understanding, and authentic interpretation. By slowing down and truly engaging with our subjects, we can create art that resonates on a deeper level, capturing the true essence of what we see. This approach isn't just about creating better art; it's about rediscovering the joy of the creative process itself. It's a reminder that meaningful art isn't born from quantity, but from quality of perception and interpretation. In embracing this mindset, we might find ourselves not just better artists, but more thoughtful, connected individuals.
I agree with what you’ve said! I do think some of this is personally less about sharing and more about my own satisfaction
Nothing like a video telling me what not to do to make me do it 😂
Hey Alex, when i am stuck and feel like i have shot about everything that could (in my mind;)), i just go macro for a while....clear up my creativity, and opens up another world all together...My 2 cents ;)
Is the 16 pro worth the upgrade or the 15 pro max the same 😮
Yeah my hometown. 29:04 & 30:40 my playground as a child....cheers. Buddy we have spoken on this not Newfinlin.........It's NewfoundLand.....say it fast no "lin"
10.00 it means the world to me that it means the world to you that we are watching.😂
Random question, but what size roam cases do you have? I’ve been trying to decide between getting the 95L or something a bit bigger.
They are the 95L I believe
When are you going to fix your windscreen? Just asking!
When I can justify the cost 😂
Image 6. What’s behind the door?
It’s a root cellar. But unsure what they have in there :)
@@AlexArmitage I would have had to look! Probably for storing potatoes, rutabagas and the like but who can say what lurks within. ☠️
Nice! Do you ever use ND filters with landscapes? Graduated or no?
No GND anymore. Sometimes nd
I like your 15 and 16 photos, but then you get a more peaceful image the next day with the 17, specially the color from the water
Thanks Marcial!
love the video, alway like seeing home from someone else perspective. Oh, It's also pronounced New-fin-land. let's break it down SesameStreet style......so, say those three words fast and together...and you'll pronounce Newfoundland correctly.
Maybe I'll get it right one day :)
omg..
quit the soy, mate
Pretty good video but stop with the click bait. It’s almost enough to make me not watch your videos.
He also needs to fix that damn windshield and lose the nose ring!
Maybe you guys should try making your own videos before knocking on others and THEN give your opinions….
@@davelindey8023don’t watch it then!
First time on UA-cam?
The title is definitely on that side but I genuinely meant it and almost scrapped this video. If that still qualifies as clickbait, then so be it 🤷♂️
Stopped watching because pf clickbait
@widezyp2228 In which case you missed the whole point pf the video!