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This is one of those rare channels that actually discusses photography as an Art and has discourse about composition, techniques and being able to develop an "eye" for this medium. As opposed to the almost countless and mindless gear review channels in UA-cam. Please never change the format of this channel. Thank you for your wonderful efforts. Cheers!
Yep. I don't mind the odd gear review but more and more they seem like adverts (for new stuff anyway). I'm much more interested in the art side of photography.
I am not an English speaking but the way you said it I agree 100%
Yep. And as Alex mentioned those "cinematic" landscape photographers... They are interesting, of course, but gets boring too soon and their content is more like bragging - "Look what I made!" with a little insight (if we don't count "see that tree? it looks good"). It feels much more like a promo for their courses and prints than anything else. I don't mean it bad - it a work as any other, but the content of their YT channels is then more "promoish" than valuable.
I’m with Ian on this. Alex, keep doing what you’re doing “this time next year Rodney…”
This channel has done more for my photography than any "how to" or "buy this kit" guide ever could.
The reason I subscribed is precisely because you go straight to the artistic and inspirational side of photography. I hope you can keep the channel running and that it becomes even more successful.
Same here! This is the good stuff right here.
Precisely this! I've recommended this channel to so many others who are starting out and may be struggling or lack confidence. It always gives me such a boost!
I would encourage your followers to spread the word about this channel on their own social media platforms. Photography really needs content like this. Thanks Alex, for the wonderfully informed content you provide. Cheers.
I share these on my Vero account. 😊
I've spent 60 years of my life as a photographer and this chanel is very important to me. Its been wonderful watching both the chanel and you grow. Don't stop.
Five years ago I decided to get "serious" about learning photography. I decided to go beyond being a point and shoot photographer. Five years later, I am a working photographer with a budding small business. I use to be "that" photographer who constantly searched gear reviews and how-to videos, but along the way something changed. I found Sean Tucker and began to realize, technical proficiency is the easy part. The hard part is the creative process. I do portraits and one of the things my clients say is they like how I prefer to shoot on-location, rather than a studio. It's not a revolutionary approach, but channels like yours have lead me to look at the process of photography as more than a technical process and more as a creative pursuit. Sometimes portraits can feel cookie cutter, but my goal has become to give my clients a different kind of cookie. If you want me to skip your YT video, put a title that tells me you're switching camera systems or Sony vs. Canon or "The 5 lenses you have to own." I need something more. Recently I discovered the work of Arthur Tress. His work has lead me to rethink my approach to shooting portraits and what I want my photos to convey. Channels like yours remind me the "why" of photography is just as important as the "how." Thank you for contributing to my education as a photographer. I will work to keep my photographic eye on the search for the "why."
What happens is that you get really burned out on gear and you get caught in a vicious cycle of thinking it will make you better, your channel is fresh and you offer a great perspective to continue to work on our skills with what's available right in front of us.
Thanks for all you do Alex. Your channel is one of my favorites on UA-cam. Certainly my favorite photography channel. I’m not interest in gear (don’t have the budget), and am pretty well versed on f-stops and shutter speeds. But you bring in more of the “why”, the motivations, and provide inspiration. And exposure to a lot of photographers I hadn’t been familiar with. Keep up the good work!
Dont change Alex. You are a real jewel in the photography camp. An inspiration to me. I wish you well.
Dear Alex, thank You for the classes of photography, those few tens of minutes every week. Your kindness and devotion overwhelm us. I enjoy listening to your history of photography, different authors, great photographers, great books. Sometimes You help us going further, with new ideas, but mostly with advices to Discover our own ideas and our own expression forms. As a matter of fact You teach us about being ourselves in a very polite, honest way. Thank You very much and enjoy your weekend with your family and friends
Alex, I can't remember how I originally found your channel but it was a revelation. I continue to tell others which I suppose is another way the word gets out.
Thank you
I've actually stopped watching gear reviews for the past half year, and surprisingly I do not miss it! It's sad to say, but I suspect the vast majority of viewers on YT are much more interested in gear than photography itself. I find it amazing that I can pick up second hand cameras and lenses for a fraction of the cost of a brand new one, and the cameras are hardly used too. In today's world of consumerism, it's all about tech and 'the next best thing'. Very few people are interested in the art of photography, so your channel is one of the select few that I follow slavishly. Others include T Hopper, Streetsnappers, Christine Wilson, e6 Vlogs and Adam Gibbs.
Hi, I’m French from Provence, I really struggle to lesson English but with you everything it’s so clear, easy to understand about photography.
I learned a lot thanks for the content.
Have a pleasant day.
Cheers
I found your channel by mistake, but absolutely love and have often told others about it, as it's not equipment or software just talking photography. I've only been shooting 3yrs, no school, uni or online class. No creatvity before picking up a camera, so I absolutley love hearing about heart, soul, masters, new and old, and hearing your P.O.V. on it. It's areal pleasure. (y)
Alex, it is not only UA-cam. A friend and I are trying to resurrect a group that died during covid. There are a multitude of photo groups and clubs in the Houston area so we wanted to rebuild it differently, a group to discuss photography on a level beyond the photo club. At the first meeting of possibly twenty people, I inquired how many were familiar with Minor White. Three people raised their hand. After seven months it is very evident that all they want is no more than a sit-down Facebook, a place to show their average work and get likes. Currently in the process of putting together my departure from the group power point and the intro has a Kilbee quote. The full quote is included, this is shortened, “Creating work that looks like contemporaries is creating average work.” Love your channel and watch everyone ̶ frequently buy the books you mention.
My wife and I both love walking about the Peak District. My camera and tripod are always there no matter what the weather. One day we were visiting an old flour mill and we saw a couple walking towards us. I was carrying my camera and tripod, Moira had her phone, and the couple were carrying cameras. It was a Robinson Crusoe moment, footprints on the sand. We stopped and talked about photography and we shared special moments just talking about photography and some experiences; and it was wonderful. Sadly we all had to part because the light was fading, but that conversation didn't fade and I still remember it clearly as I type. If there was a kernel of why I love photography, that was it. The talking and sharing of experiences. That is why my wife and I love your channel, Alex, because you talk about photography as experiences and it is like having a conversation and sharing special moments. Thank you, Alex. Paul and Moira.
Sometimes photography can be a grind, you bring me relief and remind me why I devote so much time to this craft. Thank you.
I watch your videos a bit like a treat, when I want to reward myself with something special. Instead of going to the movies, instead of buying a glossy magazine I watch one of your videos. When I need inspiration or when my photography feels like crap, I watch one of your videos. I don’t know anyone who is as interested as I am in photography, so I can’t discuss photography and therefore I can’t learn or get inspired by some friend who is into photography as I am. This channel does that form me! I’ve learned so much during the year I’ve subscribed to this channel. Thank you! Keep up the excellent work!!
That’s awesome, thanks
I see my failings in this. I always felt I didn't matter about the UA-cam content thing. I've watched many of the "Photographic Eye" videos. Really, only a few times have I actually commented. I have enjoyed all of them and even better, I've learned, received encouragement, as well as being pushed back into photography. Thank you for your commitment toward photography. You keep us going!
You are absolutely right, Alex. I most certainly should leave more comments than I do to let you know how much I appreciate the effort you do. You really deserve encouraging comments for all the inspiring videos you put together for us. Sorry I haven't commented on your channel before. I will try at least to comment more often. I promis.
I really love this channel. It’s one of the few channels that really discuss the importance of photography from the heart. It has broadened my photographic eye.
This is the reason why I watch your channel and prefer your content over gear and gossip channels. Keep doing what you do. Yes I have watched the Genius of Photography (and revisit it). The more I watch content you and other creators in this community, the more I realise what is really important in my creative photographic process. Yes I also just picked up a large print of my own work. Time to create another piece of work. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
Very good talk! I find myself in a similar situation where I’m walking a fine line with my channel and my photography where I need to make content that people will click on without losing the integrity of my work.
I subscribe to channels that offer this type of content, discussion and education, although not about photography. For me, the key is the knowledge, but also keeping the videos to under 20 minutes. Art videos are different, I enjoy watching the creation, and this channel is a regular for me to watch. Great work
Yes, Alex, yourself and Ted Forbes are a nice relief to the film maker styles in landscape vloggers mostly that I also enjoy. I like the way you show other photographers how they create art. You get down into the guts of it. Kep at it, mate. Chers from Down Under
I remember helping a friend work on an album cover for Lenny Kravitz, and trying to get his motorcycle up the freight elevator, and I saw the video of him now being a photographer
What a small world
It's rare to find channels that focus on the thoughts and "why" behind photography. This channel and Jamie WIndor's are two of my very favourites. Thanks Alex.
I started searching for gear reviews. But after a while, the desire to FIND OUT MORE about how to use it and what to do with it. You can only look at gear reviews for so long. If something is going to be more than a passing purchase, the desire to find out more will force you to look further. Keep doing what you do.
Thank you
10k to 129k subscribers in short time indicates you are filling a gap Alex. If I am thinking of buying something, I watch gear reviews. If I need tips on Lightroom, I watch one that specialises. If I need to learn more about the art of taking pictures, the Photographic Eye is the place to go. We get the UA-cam pressures and forgive you entirely for occasionally tending towards titles that are aimed at clicks. Anyone truly interested in the art would not be disappointed!
I agree 100%. When I first started in photography back in the 70’s one of the first things I did was to join a photography club and no one cared about what equipment you were using they only cared about the quality of your photos .
One of the reasons I really enjoy your channel is that I have never finished a presentation with the desire to investigate new kit. I have enough, I need to use it more. Keep up the good work.
Honestly I am just starting photography and for me there is still mutch to discover, i dont need to hear what gear should i buy and what settings i have to use, but its realy pleasing to hear "just go out and discover", "try new things" and thats why I like chanels like yours.
Thank you
I always felt that the photography process was an osmosis thing. I went to a university (Concordia, MTL) which has a great Fine Art and Communication Arts programme. Ergo, the photography section in the library was comprehensive. I couldn't get into the programme, so I just went up to Webster hauled out as many monographs as I could and would just peruse them. This was in the seventies so the styles were very 'modern' and what I interpreted as 'traditional'. I knew copying or replicating wouldn't help, so I just allowed everything to coalesce as best I could. If the mood gelled, then I had a great time.
I always love to watch these videos. It's more about the feeling of photography. I remember the feeling I got as a child when I picked up a green plastic hose and put it up to my eye and looked at the sunlight through it. I got this rush of the color of luminous green that flooded my senses. The feeling I got has stuck with me all my life. That's kind of a strange way to say that I appreciate your channel.
That’s awesome. Thank you for watching.
This is the channel where people come to share their love of photography. Thank you for your channel, Alex!
I am 77 and started taking pictures with an Argus C3 in the late 50's. I have graduated to a couple of Olympus mirrorless cameras and I still shoot a lot of pictures...today, listening to you I believe I will finally learn to shoot photographs. Meaningful photographs. I am headed to see the rest of your videos and I will start looking for photographers instead of camera salesmen....Thank you, so much, just for being you!
Wow, thank you for watching.
I miss the magic of seeing the image on the ground glass of my 4x5 LF camera. I similarly miss the magic of printing film and seeing the image appear in the developer tray. This channel does more to get me excited and motivated about photography than most channels
Hey Alex. Hope you’re well. I don’t get the chance to engage much here, but a big thanks for your all round excellence in production and top notch content you do take the time to create for us. It’s all truly refreshing 👍🏼
I was talking to a shire councillor the other day. Neither of us knew the other, though he knew my father and I used to work with (presumably) his brother, back in the 60s.
His brother and I worked in the local bank. Having mentioned his brother by way of establishing a relationship, and to an extent, my credentials, I said I'm autistic. For me, it's important people know that so that if they know about autism, perhaps they will understand, or tolerate, my little quirks.
I told him that my autism lead to my leaving the bank. I told him, I could write him a letter saying that his account was overdrawn, and that he should give some attention to the matter. But, t wouldn't be diplomatic.
I'm glad you said "long winded" first. I noticed.
I found your channel by chance - as you mentioned probably as a UA-cam recommendation - and once I finished that first video, I knew I had to subscribe. Your channel and the different content that you bring us is a breath of fresh air in a sea of photography gear/techniques/post-processing channels.
I subscribed to Sean Tucker's channel first a year or two ago and enjoyed his philosophilacal and thought-provoking approach. I can say that your content has the same effect on me. I absolutely love this channel and cannot miss a single video. I've learned about some amazing photographers from you.
One angle I want to highlight: I think that for most photographers, the first step in their journey is always that gear obsession. UA-camrs know this and give them that. As photographers "mature" in their craft and spend 5 or 6 years doing it, they realize that they can take amazing photos with almost any camera. Including a phone's camera. At that point, they start to long for something else. Learning about the art. Understanding light. Knowing about "real" photographers who existed long before UA-cam and all the fancy gear we're spoiled with these days. At least this was my journey.
I hope that channels like this one can make a change and reverse the photographic journey for aspiring photographers. I think that it would be hugely beneficial for starting photographers to soak in the art first, which will enable them then to make more "sensible" gear decisions.
Thank you Alex, and keep up the fantastic work.
I've never seen a photographer on UA-cam making mistakes and not delivering the final product. Because for UA-cam you can't fail. I would love to see videos of photography where you couldn't finish or made mistakes and talk about them. To try figuring them out. To help and learn more together
Thank you so much for all the work you're putting into the non-technical things of photography. After 40+ years of photography (as a beloved hobby), I really don't need any more technical reviews. And if I do, there are plenty to find.
I do however enjoy greatly, if someone shares their thoughts and feelings about their (or someone else's) photographic work. I love discovering new photographers and their (recorded) view of the world around them.
I greatly appreciate all the time and energy you're putting into keeping this niche of photography related content going. Thank you and keep it up!
I LOVE THINGS LIKE THIS. Unless I'm buying it, I have no interest in gear or how to channels. THIS IS PERFECT
I find your videos like a photographic "TED Talk". I always learn something. And I always come back for more.
Get sick of seeing narcissistic photographers and gear nerds on UA-cam you are a breath of fresh air and such a delight and inspiration to watch with your enthusiasm, and you are an addiction once you have watched one can't wait to watch the next
The only way to stop the addiction is to grab your camera and make a rush for the door, before another video starts. Great work keep them coming. I started with film photography back in the late 70s early 80s at Art College this was a great melting pot of creatives, and good fun.
Excellent points. I'm often disappointed when I here (sorry, of course I meant 'hear') conversations from photographers that always refer to their camera gear, lenses, photo editing apps. Often, what comes up for me is, "Heck, Ansel Adams used a Brownie!" It's not about the technology. It's about the inner vision of the artist behind the camera. Those are the conversations I love. Great episode, Alex! Thank you!
Alex, I think that your channel is the best. I gravitated to your channel because you didn't talk about gear, you talked about photo history, and various photographers that I have never heard of. To me you bring to light the fact that photography is more than the gear. To which I really appreciate. Please keep up the great work!
I love how you support photography for the sake of photography. More and more, it seems that photography is represented as a certain "look" through UA-cam, or pretty much any outlet. Creativity is being squashed for photographers because the message is clear. If you are a landscape photographer, you have to go to epic places and capture the same images that you see on the computer. If you photograph people, you need models that are only partially clothed to make an image worth looking at. Everything has gone over the top in the interest of garnering likes and comments, but that leaves most photographers in a lurch thinking that their voices are not worthwhile. I'm old school, and don't do many videos at all, but I have documented most of my photographic journey through a (written) blog. I don't get a lot of views, only 114 subscribers, but I talk about my ups and downs as a photographer along with what sparks my interest in a subject that leads to a photograph. I shoot what interests me, which could be landscapes, decay, abstracts, or people. If I'm not in a creative place, I talk about it. As with you, my goal is to make photography accessible to more, and try to create a relevance in a time of visual ADD thanks to the mass of photos on social media. I can't leave links here because UA-cam will delete my post, but if you are interested, you can find my blog at gkiserphotographydotcom. Keep up the great work. Photography doesn't have to be flashy, and that usually waters down the simple story behind the image.
Alex, You have one of the best photo channels on YT. Always a learning experience and a refreshing view. Keep up the good work and thank you.
After 60 years of photography you managed to change my photography to the core. I bought a 16-35 lens and my life changed. Thank you!
That’s great, thank you
I love this channel. Photography was a hobby of mine in the seventies at school. I've just got back into it in my sixties. Back then I had to try to make every shot count because of the cost of the film and the developing. For me it was all about getting an interesting composition and using the camera to get all the effects that I wanted. I didn't have the means to develop the photos myself so for me there was no post production. Now, nearly 50 years later in the digital age with instant photos and post production available I find myself still being economical with shots and still trying to do as much as I can to get good images with the camera rather than relying on post production. I think that you Alex have a wonderful way of presenting and have really interesting content. I also really enjoy your warm and friendly format. ❤
Spot on. I've been a photographer for almost 50 years and chasing gear and the latest equipment reviews is slight of hand...study the work or Winogrand, the Westons, Weegee, Adams instead. Discover why they were masters of the craft.
Your channel is my absolute favorite, Alex. You're right. Each video is like a chat with a photographer friend/teacher but also like browsing through a photography book with all of the great images you post as you speak. If there is one thing I would offer as constructive criticism, it is that I find the stock video clips you include to be unnecessary and distracting while offering no real value in terms of illustrating your points. Thank you for your authenticity, vulnerability, and willingness to remain faithful to the type of content you want this channel to be about.
Thank you for your comments
This is one of my favorite photography channels because of the quality of the narrative and content.
Alex... you have been there when i needed you most... whenever i get disheartened or lose enthusiasm... you boost me back up.. i love focusing on the beauty of photography... but before finding your channel i was bogged down in gear and technical... thank you for your passion.
I much prefer your format to gear reviews, there is only so much equipment you can buy....Your content has really stimulated my interest in historic photographers and has added so much to my library. Personally I don't respond to "sensationalist" titles as they are clearly trying to be click bait and often lack any real quality content. Keep up the good work Alex
I have watched a number of your videos, and have given an enormous amount of thought to what you have talked about, thank you for doing these visits I have learned a lot about what style of photographer I want to become. I graduated from a photography course in 2009, but am only now at age 64 deciding to use my skills to walk the road as a photographer that is before me. This is my chosen retirement hobby. I look forward to seeing more of your videos because you inspire me to develop my skills more as I explore this new chapter in my life. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for watching
This is a channel I really enjoy watching with my morning coffee. I'm so drained of the videos of: Why I switched to Full Frame, Why I sold all my Sony gear, Why you need a 50mm, Leica Q2 Unboxing video etc. Maybe hopefully tagging the camera manufacturer into your hashtags or YT title can get them to notice you and we forget that the photo is created from the user's creative mind. The camera is just a tool to capture your creative intention like a pencil records your thoughts onto your paper. I was using Olympus but I was limiting myself only using their gear but when I started to look into Lumix and third party lenses for the system, I was now using the best of what micro four thirds offers in that ecosystem rather than blind loyalty. Thank you, Alex, I will definitely share your channel on some of the Flickr group discussion boards I engage with. ☕
Thank you
I found your channel via Neale James’ Photowalk podcast and I’ve been a subscriber and avid viewer ever since. It’s an absolute revelation. Thank you Alex.
Thank you
Hi, Alex is exactly how I feel when I watch your videos "having a chat around the fire" talking about the thing I love so much, Photography. I created my Instagram page to share my love for photography but I was missing someone like you to talk about photography in the real sense of the word. Thank you so much to be here and share those precious moments with us.
Thank you for watching
I've shared your videos in the community on my web site. I've just started working on my UA-cam channel after having it for years. But, it's not going to be about gear, it will be about my work and the things in life that inspire me. I've been a photographer since the 70s.
I've spent a mint on photography books because of you, Alex. I do not regret it. Thank you so much.
You, sir, speak of the MAGIC and the WONDER of photography. The connection an amateur has with the whole of the experience is not easy to describe. It may not even be something that can be instilled. It may just be something that is within you, or not.
Congratulations, Alex. I follow your channel since it's early days and it is great to hear that you keep engaged with high quality content. Cheers!
It is soothing to listen to Alex while I am editing through hundreds of photos.
Absolutely! We shuldn't be afraid of the algorithm, we should be able to manipulate it!
Thought provoking. It is really easy to forget how much time and effort goes into creating these videos. Your videos are definitely different that so much of what is out there, and I'm grateful for the thoughts and thought-provoking ideas.
I totally agree on the fact that there are just a few channels on UA-cam that are talking about photography and photographers and that they are hard to find. Why don’t you do introductions and present one every now and then
Thanks for the joy you bring our way. I also support the many positive comments from others.
I am really happy that I have found your channel. My skills in photography have gone beyond the basic technical aspects, but I still have a very long way to go to produce captivating photos. Over the 18 years during which I have been shooting, there are only a few photos that I find are truly captivating. Gear helps, but a good photographer can produce awesome results even with inexpensive old gear.
I agree! It seems lately that photography communities aren't about photography anymore instead it's about the gear. I blame it on the bug marketing machines of some manufacturers, and who can blame them for using UA-cam influencers... and YT [gear] influencers are coming out of the woodwork because it pays.
Yes we have all the specs and knowledge of the photography tools but after that there is no proper or even correct information on what to do and how to create with those new shiny tools.
When I started photography back in the 70s it was trying to figure out How to get that image out of my head and onto an 8x10 piece of paper and slowly I acquired or borrowed the minimal tools I needed to let me achieve that vision. The point being is that getting that photograph was the priority and it didn't matter what new or epic camera I wanted.
This is exactly why I watch your channel. I'm happy with my gear; I definitely don't need 'how to' and I don't need more kit but I do appreciate absorbing inspiration and discussing photography and photographers. I think many others agree as your sub number has grown very quickly by YT standards. So please keep on your chosen path.
When I first started, I felt increasingly frustrated that I had no idea where to turn for how to become a better photographer. Every resource I came across were people going on the same POV walks or talking about gear with nothing actually about photography. Your channel feels like having a mentor, and my photography is improving with every video of yours I watch. Thanks again for doing what you do!
That’s awesome, thank you for watching.
I'm currently reading Annie Leibovitz's At Work. She doesn't talk about gear and settings, it's about how she came to get that photography job and her vision for what that shoot should be like and how it turned out. It's a fascinating book.
I don't watch gear reviews. I don't watch gear reviews mostly because they are camera brands I don't use. But also because I've got the new gear bug bad enough, I don't need any help.
I also don't watch Lightroom or Photoshop how-to videos. I don't use either of those programs. I use open source software. Photography is an expensive enough of a hobby without giving Adobe $10 a month.
These days I seem to be more into the why of photography. I enjoy looking at the work of the masters.
Composition videos are always welcome. As are videos that give me a quick boot in the seat of the pants to grab the camera and get out the door. Which I am going to do right now.
I love your channel Alex! You do photography such a huge service by focusing on the photographs and photographers behind them, which truly has been missing on UA-cam with all the Peter M's and his like out there (nothing against them, I still enjoy them), and the other "influencer" type photography channels. I have learned a lot watching your channel which inspires me to be a better photographer, not just a "dope content creator"...
This is the first photo channel to make me think of some of my own work as "art". Maybe not great art, and my stuff will not be placed in a coffee table book, but I approach the scenes in my viewfinder from 'outside' my own perspective. Thank you.
Thank you for watching
I love your channel because it's about photography and not gear! Everyone seems to be going down that gear review spiral. I don't care about gear, I'm happy with what I have.
Thank you
Well now, that really was quite the 'commencement speech' in terms of helping others to achieve goals if they wish to go forth and share too. Equally, so many moments where I simply said, and it was audible by the way; YES. Thank you Alex. Simply, thank you.
Alex, I really appreciate the content you provide here on UA-cam. It has been an inspriration to me. Since you mentioned T. Hopper, another excellent photography channel, I want to mention another channel called Expressive Photograph which is all about the artistic intent of one's photography. Just wanted to pass that on to others. Thank you for your channel.
I fell in love with the idea of photography 3 years ago. But now that being said,I guess i always was a little inclined to the world of photography. Today it's my meditation. My me time.
Your work is valuable, thankful for doing what you do.
Thank you.
Hi Alex, each time you bring great content about the photographic art, Please don't change the concept of your channel
THANK YOU so much for doing this video. Subscribers to channels say they want more content like what you describe, but you are spot on that without talking about gear, the algorithm frequently doesn’t favor the content. Crack on!
These videos have been so inspirational for me. Just purchased my first camera this month and I am excited to continue down this never ending road of artistic expression.
For what it is worth, I honestly think this is the best channel geared toward photography. The content presented here is lovely and challenging to find elsewhere, even in books. It stimulates the mind of photographers and makes people think about photography in a different light. You should be proud of your channel and its content. I know it's difficult to put good content out there and get a fraction of the views that gear reviews get (of which there are billions on the same topic/gear), or the channels with 5M subscribers that have just shit content.Which btw, they are probably avid followers of your channel wishing they could talk about photography at this level. I hope this serves as an incentive.
Thank you for your comments
On the one hand, you're advocating and organizing a crowdsourced kind of social engineering hack of UA-cam, and that's awesome.
On the other hand, you're reminding the audience how the video gadget they're all glued to _is supposed to work_. And the fact that it's necessary to do this throws the gap, between UA-cam's design in theory and UA-cam's function in practice, into sharp relief.
We live in strange times for sure. Cheers and thank you.
Alex, found you channel a month or so ago and find your vids really interesting. I just wanted agree about the thrill. My late dad and I had a simple but functional b/w darkroom in the mid 60's and the "thrill" of seeing an image come to life in a dish containing some chemicals is absolutely amazing. It's really a pity that the digital age, for all its benefits, has taken that away from us. Very interesting to see how ex Saffers are making it in this world :)
I appreciate the time, effort and hard work that is required for you and other photographers on UA-cam to make this content for me to enjoy, at no charge, and therefore I always give a LIKE and I always watch the video through to the end so that you all can reap the most benefit from your labor. I am not able to pursue all the aspects of photography as I once did when I was younger, but I enjoy seeing others who can. And I enjoy thoughtful, serious discussions on the subject. The videos I refuse to watch are those that tout the "best" whatever, camera, lens, accessory, or settings for this or that type of photography. The videos I enjoy the most are like yours and others that inspire me to become better or help me understand the art of photography. Thank you.
I feel so blessed to have stumbled across your channel, I find your content refreshingly honest which is rare in a world in which we are bombarded with so much competing “noise”. You have a gift in your communication style that connects with the viewer. I am continually inspired in my photography by you.
I think that every discussion about your subject is a “light bulb” moment for all of us. To challenge, to encourage and give your experience to us Alex is worth more to photography than anything else. THANK YOU 🙏🏿
Thank you so much
I’m thinking of the old saying, you get back what you put in, and it’s really relevant for me here. Any little things I can do to keep you creating great content like this will ultimately be good for me. It’s like an investment in my own education :) you always leave me with so much to think about! And not to mention the amazing photographers I’ve been introduced to via your channel!
It was so interesting to listen to your "origin".
It's very refreshing to listen to your type of content.
I enjoy the honesty and enthusiasm you have for what you're presenting.
I hope there will always be room for photographers like you, T. Hopper and Sean Tucker on You Tube.
I for one enjoy some of the sensational/ click-bait titles and thumbnails you’ve used. I always get a chuckle and appreciate the twist when I find out the actual message of those videos. For example, I thought the video about common photographer ailments was jus brilliant, title and thumbnail included.
Alex! - the number one thing about you I love, is your honesty….
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Great topic! There is actually a dark side to gear videos, as they can feed on our insecurities. A person buys a lens, and feels good about the purchase. Same person see's a gear review, or a versus video related to their purchased lens. They can't resist the bait and click on that thumbnail to get the 3rd party validation they crave from a "professional". Or, feels compelled to leave an emotional response defending their decision to buy that lens if the reviewer does not like it. Honestly, half the comments in those videos are from people who already own the product, so they are not looking for purchasing advice, they are looking for validation/dopamine fix. Anyhow, great content as per usual!
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Great channel, Alex. I really appreciate your focus on the artistic and historical side of photography, adding so much depth to the subject. I’m glad you mentioned T Hopper (and her Lenny Kravitz video); her channel is fantastic. Thanks for all your hard work and photographic insight.
Thanks for the videos, love the fact your not trying to flog any particular brand, I've been taking photos for years now and watch a lot of your videos for inspiration and ideas. I use all second had equipment bought on auction sites, and also some very old vintage lenses at a fraction of the price of modern equivalent with brilliant results. Keep the ideas and videos coming....
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The world and his dog can make technical videos. These type of videos have their purpose, as problem solvers if nothing else. After being a semi pro motorsport photographer for a few years I became disenchanted with image taking. Photography had for the most part become just a means of documenting holidays. I had started taking snaps! I have needed that content, they have helped me get back up to speed with taking photographs just because I want to as it were. I have been searching for a channel that helps me with the why more than the how, the art rather than the science, the camera as a means of portraying something and not the end in itself.
Thanks Alex for helping me regain my love of photography and helping me rediscover my photographers eye.
That’s awesome to hear, thank you.
As someone picking up a camera again after a few years. Your videos are valuable to remind myself why I shoot in the first place.
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the most personal, valuable and honest channel on youtube, keep up the good work Alex Kilby
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From day 1 i followed this channel, from the first "How is it, how is it". I'm not as active in the comments and like buttons, but I'm waiting for the bell notification on UA-cam, or post on Facebook group and see a new one. You inspired me ti start buying books, and learn about new photographers. You are really the only channel that i found that stand out of camera reviews and is based about knowledge and ideas Thank You very much. Hope well have a chance of a cup and talk in person some day.
Awesome, thank you