My SECRET to getting great compositions even in BORING locations!

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  • @ruffprophetproductions
    @ruffprophetproductions 4 роки тому +1540

    that "defocus preview" tip is really dope

    • @snowman7234
      @snowman7234 4 роки тому +10

      Came here to say this. Excellent tip!

    • @nekocing6081
      @nekocing6081 4 роки тому +4

      Yeah, really helpful :)

    • @fredricmarquez1733
      @fredricmarquez1733 4 роки тому +8

      So how do u defocus I’m stupid

    • @ruffprophetproductions
      @ruffprophetproductions 4 роки тому +47

      @@fredricmarquez1733 re look at the video. basically you'll focus on the ground where the model should stand and then hold shutter halfway down and move the camera around

    • @fredricmarquez1733
      @fredricmarquez1733 4 роки тому +1

      Ruff Prophet Productions thanks so much

  • @brandonchacon7745
    @brandonchacon7745 4 роки тому +2053

    Normal people: Defocuses lens to get a blurry view.
    Me: Defocuses eyes by taking off glasses.

    • @chantarawtf2189
      @chantarawtf2189 4 роки тому +3

      relatable

    • @omnirhythm
      @omnirhythm 4 роки тому +5

      @@chantarawtf2189 *hipsters with non-dioptry fashion glasses* Debatable

    • @muin1
      @muin1 4 роки тому

      Exactly

    • @seoexe6162
      @seoexe6162 4 роки тому +4

      Stupid question: would that actually work?

    • @harshgupta1422
      @harshgupta1422 4 роки тому +2

      😂😂

  • @Swellnesss
    @Swellnesss 3 роки тому +25

    I don’t comment on videos much but I wanted to leave a note here and let you know how much your work is doing for people out here. I’m a photographer just starting to feel confident enough to serve the public your videos have popped up along my learning more than a few times but this one came up today and really surprised me because when I saw it I was living in Michigan not really sure where to go with my live and a year later I bump into this video again by chance and I now live in Logan Square and my first shoot in Chicago was in the same block as this video and I had no idea it was filmed in Chicago.
    Now I live here in the city next to the places where my content creating teachers classroom is set. It’s like a nod from the universe that the path I’m on is the right one for me.
    Thank you for the inspiration.

  • @ibapa888
    @ibapa888 3 роки тому +63

    This is the kind of videos I like. People actually doing their craft and showing results. Great video and pics. Subbed.

  • @TonySU
    @TonySU 4 роки тому +2602

    Step 1 get a f1.4 lens blur everything that is ugly

    • @adeomole
      @adeomole 4 роки тому +38

      TonySU I’m getting shots like that with a yongnou 1.8f 50mm on an A6000 APS-C. Great tutorial

    • @jeremyerickson7390
      @jeremyerickson7390 4 роки тому +15

      The Batis 85mm is F1.8

    • @TheFunnyCamGuy
      @TheFunnyCamGuy 4 роки тому +44

      What i do with my sigma 30mm 1.4 lol. But man i tell you that 1.4 is so shallow I've had it focus on 1 hair string that goes across a model's face and makes her face out of focus instead haha. 1.4 is no joke.

    • @akymflrs47
      @akymflrs47 4 роки тому +7

      Papii Chuloo Hahaha I feel you, and mine is just a sigma 30mm contemporary, not the art one.

    • @brandonrush970
      @brandonrush970 4 роки тому

      exactly

  • @martarillion
    @martarillion 3 роки тому +895

    secret to get great compositions in boring locations: blur the location out.

    • @AllAmericanGuy01
      @AllAmericanGuy01 3 роки тому +40

      Exactly lol. This isn't anything new. Shooting with a large aperture makes everything look good.

    • @theriderboy9978
      @theriderboy9978 3 роки тому

      Haha, very true

    • @AllAmericanGuy01
      @AllAmericanGuy01 3 роки тому +12

      @@getzoutdoor I totally agree! It is definitely overused. It does have it's place and time.

    • @creestee2229
      @creestee2229 3 роки тому

      🤣😂

    • @khalednagy8822
      @khalednagy8822 3 роки тому

      Haha.. You're partially correct

  • @Shiipty
    @Shiipty Рік тому +2

    Not only do I love these tutorials and tips, but I love your relationship/bond with your wife. You’re such a lovely couple and just seeing you all work together always makes me smile. Wishing you both nothing but the best 🙏🏼💙

  • @Luis-et7jk
    @Luis-et7jk 4 роки тому +1

    Love you two as a duo! Never thought of this technique you were using but it makes so much sense. what a great way to observe the environment. Definitely going to try in my next shoot.

  • @anjorinibukun456
    @anjorinibukun456 4 роки тому +682

    When you said hey "shoot me", the elderly gentleman was like "say what.... "😁😁

    • @yeet_42069
      @yeet_42069 4 роки тому +16

      Only in the great US of A

    • @gastonmannlicher8077
      @gastonmannlicher8077 4 роки тому +24

      I laughed so hard when the white guy was “WTF?!”

    • @djreggie7
      @djreggie7 4 роки тому +3

      That was too funny... 👍🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @ElvenMans
      @ElvenMans 4 роки тому

      Say no more man, where is my handgun.. 😂

    • @cheesebusiness
      @cheesebusiness 4 роки тому

      “A black guy has shot a woman in a street of Chicago during daytime”

  • @BojanBojovic
    @BojanBojovic 4 роки тому +36

    The thing is everything gets simple when you master it. Everything you did here looks so logical and easy, and it is. However for this to become a second nature for the rest of us, oh that takes time.
    Brilliant video!

    • @longliveclassicmusic
      @longliveclassicmusic 4 роки тому

      Bojan Bojovic Not everything has to be difficult to be groundbreaking. It's the summation of stuff like this technique and other techniques that makes an artform complex with endless possibilities.

    • @BojanBojovic
      @BojanBojovic 4 роки тому

      @@longliveclassicmusic I never said things should be difficult.

  • @mylifestartsat8k
    @mylifestartsat8k 3 роки тому +4

    Awesome work bro. I love how you improvise even in a crappy location and make great results from it. It's all a out the creativity 👊

  • @sambrooke1776
    @sambrooke1776 3 роки тому

    I really like that you run through that thought process out loud, really helps to understand what you're actually looking at and thinking.

  • @kape2377
    @kape2377 4 роки тому +3

    Wow, you’re amazing! 🙌 takes a well-trained eye and a lot of creativity to see the possibilities in ”boring” environments. Something I need to practise. Great job!

  • @darthjump
    @darthjump 4 роки тому +383

    As a German, i would totally go crazy abour just an american urban street like that. They have a certain vibe we don´t get here often.

    • @timraum2090
      @timraum2090 4 роки тому +1

      totally agree with you

    • @maesterdavis2282
      @maesterdavis2282 4 роки тому +10

      Da hasts Recht oider

    • @ooltimu
      @ooltimu 4 роки тому +11

      Try Berlin. I recently went to Munich and it seemed like a huge difference in the atmosphere of the two cities.

    • @jevgenijbalezin
      @jevgenijbalezin 4 роки тому +28

      lol i would go Germany all the way. much more older and iconic/beautiful cities.

    • @813klip7
      @813klip7 4 роки тому +37

      Grass is always greener,but remember there’s weeds wherever you go

  • @ordanisfrancisco6599
    @ordanisfrancisco6599 11 місяців тому

    This is definitely one of the most helpful tips I have ever come across! The fact that something so simple was hiding before our eyes this whole time blows my mind! Good composition can be a challenge to come across and this truly helps clear the clouds, Thanks for letting us in on your secret!

  • @GretSeat
    @GretSeat 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for actually showing HOW to get the good shot. I never thought about the "defocus" before, and you showing how to do it, and actually doing it was amazing. Thank you!

  • @MoodyMostafa
    @MoodyMostafa 4 роки тому +23

    This guy knowss! Been doing the same trick, and I love it

  • @lesiagant7141
    @lesiagant7141 4 роки тому +4

    This is awesome. I struggle a lot with composition. Til the point where all my photos look the same. This helps a ton!

  • @HoratioWalls
    @HoratioWalls 4 роки тому +28

    That shot in direct sunlight turned out amazing

  • @aliciabanegas1567
    @aliciabanegas1567 4 роки тому

    i am in love with this tutorial!! love that you include the before model picture go show us the composition that attracted your eye for the background

  • @B-Moye
    @B-Moye 4 роки тому +228

    @0:27
    Manny: "Hey shoot me"
    Old Man: stares questioningly
    Diana: evil glare at old man.

    • @mroblige1018
      @mroblige1018 3 роки тому +1

      Only women of color understand he was being nosey for no reason 😂😂😂

  • @Theofficialtory
    @Theofficialtory 4 роки тому +10

    Beautiful portraits, and she's such a great model!

  • @eyenamos894
    @eyenamos894 4 роки тому +1

    This is a great video. We battle with these issues in most locations; it is good to know there is a way out

  • @lsaideOK
    @lsaideOK 4 роки тому

    Excellent suggestion that can be applied to other forms of photography. I shoot a lot of flowers and do this intuitively. But, it is great to see this as a technique one can consciously and intentionally apply in a variety of settings.

  • @MattHooker
    @MattHooker 4 роки тому +14

    my version's a little different, I use the distance scale on my lenses and manually focus to where the subject will be. as I don't have autofocus on most lenses, it's a little easier my way :)

  • @eplayersclub40
    @eplayersclub40 4 роки тому +136

    Manny, Manny, Manny... you’re cheating!! You know your wife makes all of those locations look great!! 😂 much respect my brother!

  • @marcellecours3774
    @marcellecours3774 2 роки тому

    Hands down one of the best photography tips I've ever heard. Thank you!

  • @ericarmitage_
    @ericarmitage_ 4 роки тому +1

    Great tips, amazing pictures, beautiful model! Will definitely be taking some of these into consideration!

  • @ryancelsley
    @ryancelsley 4 роки тому +136

    Manny: There's nothing smacking me in the face saying "Hey shoot me!"
    Guy walking past: Wait, wtf

  • @MrCaliboy85
    @MrCaliboy85 4 роки тому +5

    Due you and your wife are such a good team plus she is absolutely hilarious

  • @DigoMontoya
    @DigoMontoya 4 роки тому

    Simple and strong! I'm really glad I took the minutes to watch this.

  • @rohroh5222
    @rohroh5222 8 місяців тому

    Great video Manny!!! Thanks for sharing your ideals with all of us out here!!!

  • @tylerjames3620
    @tylerjames3620 4 роки тому +4

    Yo this tip is dope. I’m definitely going to be using this

  • @PilotChris78
    @PilotChris78 4 роки тому +189

    Step 1 should’ve been - marry an extremely beautiful model you can shoot with all the time ;). Great tip though and beautiful work!

    • @RevAK47
      @RevAK47 4 роки тому +1

      Chris Barrier worked for me lol

  • @marianavarrete2266
    @marianavarrete2266 4 роки тому

    Hey Manny, I really like that tip of focus~ to defocus background to find a great composition.

  • @peterelling-jordt71
    @peterelling-jordt71 Рік тому

    Really enjoy your way of seeing and exploring the possibilities - a challenge I often experience being on a photoshoot... Thanks for the ideas and very interesting perspectives.

  • @MeloXP
    @MeloXP 4 роки тому +11

    I bet everything would look good with a beautiful model.

  • @jonaswallmann1943
    @jonaswallmann1943 4 роки тому +16

    Hey Manny, random question: What do you think about the update in the EOS R? Or especially about the optimized eye af
    Greetings from Germany!

    • @EMAZINGERIK
      @EMAZINGERIK 4 роки тому +1

      I think it's great, just went on a shoot today and it's definitely a lot more accurate and faster than if I didn't update!

  • @AKABLACKKGYPSY
    @AKABLACKKGYPSY 2 роки тому

    I've been subbed for less than a month and ive learned and been inspired so much bro. thanks!

  • @blackie754
    @blackie754 2 роки тому

    really nice how background can add some atmosphere to photos. havent really thought about it before

  • @stevealpert6117
    @stevealpert6117 4 роки тому +12

    Good tips, Block the slap 👋 💯

  • @lutfirazak4815
    @lutfirazak4815 4 роки тому +25

    Hey Manny, how come you’re using the batis instead of your bread and butter GM1.4?

  • @simonworger
    @simonworger 4 роки тому

    Loving the channel, you make it look so easy.

  • @tpoc1
    @tpoc1 3 роки тому +1

    Dude, that defocussung tip to explore backgrounds is sooo helpful! 🙌🏼

  • @marlonphillips1521
    @marlonphillips1521 4 роки тому +4

    the block the incoming slap tip is going to be crazy helpful too lool.

  • @masilva0606
    @masilva0606 4 роки тому +48

    That man’s face when you say “just shoot me” lol

  • @jeffstahrify
    @jeffstahrify 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the tip bro, I am definitely gunna start checking out the defocused backround now

  • @textcentric
    @textcentric 2 роки тому

    This is awesome man! I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge and wisdom. Thanks!

  • @DucatiSydney
    @DucatiSydney 4 роки тому +21

    Manny Ortiz knows his photography game. He isn't a noob.

  • @MichalOlender
    @MichalOlender 4 роки тому +4621

    Step 1- get a hot wife.

    • @PixelLoafLatte
      @PixelLoafLatte 4 роки тому +201

      Michal Olender tutorial how to, please...

    • @AmirTubertech
      @AmirTubertech 4 роки тому +12

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @RobertoLicardie
      @RobertoLicardie 4 роки тому +94

      Michal Olender step 2 - invest in expensive gear. (A7III, and Zeis 85mm 1.4)
      A Canon T6i + 24mm f2.8 won't cut it.

    • @MichalOlender
      @MichalOlender 4 роки тому +19

      Manny we need a tutorial on that, make that happen!

    • @SeanofAllTrades
      @SeanofAllTrades 4 роки тому +58

      @@RobertoLicardie Expensive gear isn't necessary - I've gotten great shots with an T3i and the stock lens or a $50 50mm. Lighting is the biggest key to getting great shots. The more expensive the gear, the more forgiving those things can be.

  • @richmatlock2396
    @richmatlock2396 4 роки тому

    Great motivation to find a creative spot in any location. Thanks Manny.

  • @joeep46
    @joeep46 Рік тому +1

    The shot up against the colorful wall was it for me. The highlights in her skin tone was artful. Melanin + light is always a winner in my book.

  • @MRBACKHAND
    @MRBACKHAND 3 роки тому +5

    actually shes got good coloured skin for the shoots because it adds to a darker blending shade with the shadows so you dont have to take such contrasting shots.. its kinda there naturally

  • @Kross94
    @Kross94 4 роки тому +68

    the solution is: take the most zoom bokeh lens for hiding the bg

  • @ardentdfender4116
    @ardentdfender4116 4 роки тому

    Just a beginner photographer and new to your channel. Anyway learned a lot just watching this. The defocus trick was really interesting. But just learning how to find interesting backgrounds was a lot learned all in one.

  • @AllHailTheAle
    @AllHailTheAle 3 роки тому

    Great tip, I've always focused on the subject first, background second. This offers a new, creative perspective, thanks buddy 👍

  • @bmarie___
    @bmarie___ 4 роки тому +47

    Yassssssssss Logan square 🔥♥️

    • @jonny6905
      @jonny6905 3 роки тому +1

      @JayoJay I am Logan square

  • @JYP1M
    @JYP1M 4 роки тому +35

    This has more to do with having a GREAT EYE imo. When it comes to "boring" locations (generic like parks with mostly tree's) you got to get creative.

  • @Rolwhite
    @Rolwhite 4 роки тому

    What else can you say about Manny....he knows his craft! Happy to see the growth in your work...been a fan for a while, I hope to reach your level one day!

  • @bhaveshrpatel
    @bhaveshrpatel 3 роки тому

    You are master of composition and vision.photography is all about vision and talent.

  • @davegrice3423
    @davegrice3423 4 роки тому +7

    Great tip Manny, you're the man. Let's keep it real though, Diana's also making you look good :)

  • @alvaroromero6225
    @alvaroromero6225 4 роки тому +9

    Broooo when he said shoot me that elderly man was like wtf

  • @KevinMajka
    @KevinMajka 2 роки тому

    Former Chicagoan here - love the Logan Square b roll and the urban tips. I will use this in downtown Phoenix soon. Subscribed and alerts on. Nice conversational tone.
    Thank you, Manny. Really well done.

  • @Bramleyhousemedia
    @Bramleyhousemedia 4 роки тому

    Love this short video!! It's really inspired me, once lockdown is over, to get out there and experiment with the techniques you've shown here!!

  • @rutvikgulhane3628
    @rutvikgulhane3628 4 роки тому +555

    These boring locations would be best locations in India 😆
    .
    EDIT - 500+ likes! WOW!, Relax guys it's just a joke, I'm a photographer myself.

  • @kjuu
    @kjuu 4 роки тому +9

    haha this is genius, never tought about that. still just started with my hobbie 2 months ago... :D thank you manny.

  • @UncompressedWAVmusic
    @UncompressedWAVmusic 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome tips for fast and great shots. Thanks a lot Manny.

  • @DanielRene
    @DanielRene 4 роки тому

    Thank you for making this video. Great composition and easy to digest 🙏🏾

  • @shubhamgupta3486
    @shubhamgupta3486 4 роки тому +5

    2:05 2:06 That look from her to the guy recording this😌

  • @saskelee
    @saskelee 4 роки тому +11

    0:30 that man checking out your wife

  • @gavinredeemed3519
    @gavinredeemed3519 3 роки тому

    This tip is super useful. New subscriber and it came up in my feed. Keep going bro!

  • @photoswithali835
    @photoswithali835 4 роки тому

    Chin up in harsh light - love it! Great tip & wonderful photo

  • @clarkparker4860
    @clarkparker4860 4 роки тому +360

    Seriously: if you have a model like that, does the background really matter?!??

    • @NOMADCINEMATICS1
      @NOMADCINEMATICS1 4 роки тому +18

      Clark Parker I looked it up. The answer is HELL NO

    • @andimihailescu3961
      @andimihailescu3961 4 роки тому +11

      Serious talk: yes. All the lines, power points, rythm and all that represents a composition element in photography has to be connected and needs to have a logic, or else it's just a regular image, not a photograph that stands up for art.

    • @jonothandoeser
      @jonothandoeser 4 роки тому +1

      yes... it does!

    • @acaciandlovu2854
      @acaciandlovu2854 4 роки тому +1

      Perve😂😂
      thats also a heck (a flaming model )

    • @taraus8525
      @taraus8525 3 роки тому

      Yes

  • @regiebautistaarts161
    @regiebautistaarts161 4 роки тому +47

    Even boring locations when you have that kinda model.

  • @justjust5695
    @justjust5695 4 роки тому

    Thanks for this video. The manual focus through glass and that defocus idea helps me a lot.

  • @jamaica5177
    @jamaica5177 4 роки тому

    She looks amazing omgg 😍 & I’m going to try this tip today

  • @beeroholic8747
    @beeroholic8747 4 роки тому +7

    Right... when you have an interesting subject, location really doesn't matter...

  • @WizardOfCheese
    @WizardOfCheese 4 роки тому +14

    the SECRET is longer focal lengths. tunnel vision into an area that 'without context' might look good.

    • @ChrisParayno
      @ChrisParayno 4 роки тому

      Yup, that's why the 135 is so good

    • @WizardOfCheese
      @WizardOfCheese 4 роки тому

      funny how he doesnt actually mention this though isnt it.

  • @krystalvalentin6005
    @krystalvalentin6005 4 роки тому

    Chi town love. I have just found your videos a couple of weeks ago and they are amazing.

  • @valerievirtue9461
    @valerievirtue9461 3 роки тому

    This is awesome! Learned heaps so Thank you!

  • @gavinchan9118
    @gavinchan9118 4 роки тому +727

    3 key points
    1. Hot wife
    2. Big aperture
    3. Shallow depth of view
    To pick one only - Hot Wife

    • @marcd7332
      @marcd7332 4 роки тому +8

      Marc G The model in this video is Manny’s wife...
      Nice name btw

    • @terryhong
      @terryhong 4 роки тому +5

      2. Big tits.

    • @glitchstudios7797
      @glitchstudios7797 4 роки тому +3

      "depth of view"😂😂

    • @amewode
      @amewode 3 роки тому

      Gavin Chan And $2,000

  • @amedavisuals
    @amedavisuals 4 роки тому +34

    95% of the comments are talking about the Model not the shot.

    • @22s22a
      @22s22a 3 роки тому

      Simps, must not be many women around them

  • @kathandesai9016
    @kathandesai9016 4 роки тому

    Fantastic tips man. Thank you!

  • @johnferrybatomalaque5040
    @johnferrybatomalaque5040 4 роки тому

    This is really good..It helps me a lot..Thank you, the way it should be is detailed.

  • @VDTKvIDEOS
    @VDTKvIDEOS 4 роки тому +7

    I saw secrets and I came 😂🙈👀

  • @nivanmondragon
    @nivanmondragon 4 роки тому +3

    "How to shoot at boring places"
    Also: shows interesting places :o

  • @hildzgarciavalle7892
    @hildzgarciavalle7892 4 роки тому

    So beautiful!Thanks for sharing this video.

  • @abigailellis4065
    @abigailellis4065 4 роки тому +1

    Omg I just found this video in my feed and I am in love of how well you take photos 😍

    • @TMIDD
      @TMIDD 3 роки тому

      Agreed dope video!

  • @juanquispe3494
    @juanquispe3494 4 роки тому +272

    Spoiler alert:
    He asks Diana.

    • @MrMuBot
      @MrMuBot 4 роки тому +1

      Totally.

    • @MrMuBot
      @MrMuBot 4 роки тому +9

      And every background looks good at 1.8 too.

  • @Maneatermissa
    @Maneatermissa 4 роки тому +11

    "there's nothing that says SHOOT ME"
    White guy passing: 👀

  • @David-vi9mm
    @David-vi9mm 2 роки тому

    Wow. What an amazing technique. Thank you for sharing. I had to sub to this channel!

  • @jakoblopez7951
    @jakoblopez7951 3 роки тому

    You a king for this one forreal🙌🏽

  • @slowthegamedownjustalittle4629
    @slowthegamedownjustalittle4629 4 роки тому +11

    Imagine not knowing any of this and seeing him just walking around the streets like that😂😂😂

  • @JustAnotherDayToday
    @JustAnotherDayToday 3 роки тому +5

    The best secret for composition anywhere-babe come over here…

  • @nishiinu
    @nishiinu 3 роки тому

    I know this has been on UA-cam but just wanted to say thanks man for the great vids. I’m into portrait photography now and what you shared in this video is something I really needed. Peace from Japan.

  • @esinnejstudio
    @esinnejstudio 3 роки тому

    Nice Tip. I never looked at this concept this way. Very great to see a different perspective, usage of composition. That is one of my goals for 2020, play with more color and DOF. sweet.

  • @elboogie2324
    @elboogie2324 4 роки тому +14

    Got one of the finest women in the city. She is so gorgeous.

  • @Cestariarts
    @Cestariarts 4 роки тому +6

    Blurring the background = good compositions 🤣

  • @zeragon7
    @zeragon7 2 дні тому

    the wild thing is that your gear and model is so much better than I have access to at the moment, but your advice applies to literally any gear almost. I have a 35mm 1.8 on an old crop sensor body (Nikon D3200), but I'm excited to use this to up my compositional game. thanks so much for the killer no-nonsense guides.

  • @checksix_TC
    @checksix_TC 4 роки тому

    You are awesome! You can even make my grandma look good with your birthday poses and that lens!