Hi Wendy, I left a comment about two years ago with questions to John on the last video uploaded to the channel announcing the book’s availability. I got a reply saying there would be a upcoming video made with Deeno that encompasses and answers the questions I had. Unfortunately that video never did get uploaded. I am wondering if you know if it was made, and if so, can it be uploaded posthumously? Have enjoyed John’s photography and spirit since I found out about him and and his work years ago. I have learnt a bunch from him and wanted very much to continue to. It would mean very much if the above mentioned video could be found and uploaded. I feel a sadness receiving this news. Hope the Free family finds solace and grieves well with John’s passing. Hope John passed knowing in his heart that his energy was an inspiration to others.
I echo what many have said here, thank you for making this video remembering John Free. I'm not very active on social media, so today I only sadly learned of his passing in March. He inspired me both as a photographer and a human being. A truly good man. I'm trying to locate a seller to purchase his book, but sadly don't see one at present. If anyone knows please post here. I'd certainly be thankful. Rest Well, John Free.
John and I messaged a few times, about photography, about his life in the military, about his work with cars and many more things, we were Facebook friends, I've watched all his UA-cam videos and he was like a mentor for me in photography (without him knowing it). I love his videos on street photography and I like his video about the 5 F's a lot. The 5 F's (Find, Figure, Frame, Focus, Fire) has been my "life boat drill" also, and I fell I will miss John a lot, even though I never met him in life. Rest In Peace, my friend. Thank you so much for your great tribute to a great human being.
His videos led me down the rabbit hole so many years ago now. I also found his spiritual transmission to be inspiring. I now wonder if his granddaughter will take up the mantle -- models are often strong photographers. Thanks!
Yeah it was real sad news when I heard, he was a great guy. I realised after all these years how much his philosophy influenced the way I approach street photography.
love how i can see my wifes on lofts that she managed at 6:44, i remember following him for a while, his work is beautiful! i have been shooting since 2007 and street probably since 2009.. spent allot of time walking through downtown la shooting just like john and would think about him sometimes. Fantastic video :)
Beautiful Tribute man... so many sentiments that I share in this video..... and I can totally see his influence in your work for for the first time....
Oh no, I met him about a year ago in Venice on a Sunday evening. He was nice and asked me where my film camera was :) I was shooting with a Fuji xe4 and a 27mm lens. He was very inspirational.
Ahh man I can’t believe this, John was my first huge inspiration in film & documentary photography. Loved the videos and purchased myself an F3 to start my own journey. Thanks for the knowledge, stories and inspiration.
John Free was such an early inspiration to me. Can't tell you how many time I've watched and rewatched his youtube videos. So much to learn. Nice job shining on light of him!
Such a wonderful tribute. I haven't heard of him or his work before, but I will absolutely do some research! His words and his work have me goosebumps 💗
Massive respect for shining a light on this brilliant man. His work deserves so much more attention and I'm so glad I got a signed copy of his book when I did; I only wish I would have been able to take a workshop with him.
John was a passionate photographer. He was genuine and I will never forget him talking about how the Nikon F3 is a great camera and it has the viewfinder 100% coverage and how anything less messes with your mind. RIP John!!!!!
Heck yeah!! Thank you Hashem for shining the light on John Free! Got his beautiful book about one month before he passed away. Highly, highly recommend. May his beautiful soul rest in peace.
I never heard of his work, will look him up. Thanks for sharing, being a documentary photographer myself since 1989 i know how hard photography can be on the street especially these days with social media giving street photography a bad wrap.
Wow this man was a legend. I remember watching his videos early on too. He's a real bleeding heart social documentarian. I'm going strait to watch his videos again now. His passion is just a level beyond. Great work Hashem for making this. Rightly so, you put a lot of care into this. Thanks
I ordered a copy of the book. Because of you, Matt Day, Alex Kilbee, and others, I have become a collector of photography books. I love looking at the images and reading the words. They inspire me to pick up the camera and shoot something.
Very nice tribute to John Free. I've being following him for years. Since the first time I saw his videos, his passion. Was one of the 1st to buy his book and have it sent to Ireland. Stood in the spot where he took the photo of the double decker bus going over the bridge in the '60s while he was on honeymoon with Wendy. Thoughts & prayers for his family.
I remember watching his videos and being inspired by his philosophy. His channel had been quiet for some time but I’m surprised to learn he recently passed away. RIP M.Free and thanks for the motivation
Had no idea he passed away! Just last week I was wondering if I had missed his videos somehow and looked him up, and now this 😢. He will be missed by me.
Wow! Thank you for this wonderful tribute. Now I know why I have received so many book orders today. I only have a few copies left. Wendy Free
Hi Wendy, I'm so happy to hear that!
Hi Wendy, I left a comment about two years ago with questions to John on the last video uploaded to the channel announcing the book’s availability. I got a reply saying there would be a upcoming video made with Deeno that encompasses and answers the questions I had. Unfortunately that video never did get uploaded. I am wondering if you know if it was made, and if so, can it be uploaded posthumously?
Have enjoyed John’s photography and spirit since I found out about him and and his work years ago. I have learnt a bunch from him and wanted very much to continue to. It would mean very much if the above mentioned video could be found and uploaded.
I feel a sadness receiving this news. Hope the Free family finds solace and grieves well with John’s passing. Hope John passed knowing in his heart that his energy was an inspiration to others.
The American government should be presenting him posthumously with a congressional medal. What a human being.
Fitting tribute. Thank you.
I echo what many have said here, thank you for making this video remembering John Free. I'm not very active on social media, so today I only sadly learned of his passing in March. He inspired me both as a photographer and a human being. A truly good man. I'm trying to locate a seller to purchase his book, but sadly don't see one at present. If anyone knows please post here. I'd certainly be thankful. Rest Well, John Free.
John and I messaged a few times, about photography, about his life in the military, about his work with cars and many more things, we were Facebook friends, I've watched all his UA-cam videos and he was like a mentor for me in photography (without him knowing it).
I love his videos on street photography and I like his video about the 5 F's a lot.
The 5 F's (Find, Figure, Frame, Focus, Fire) has been my "life boat drill" also, and I fell I will miss John a lot, even though I never met him in life. Rest In Peace, my friend.
Thank you so much for your great tribute to a great human being.
OUTSTANDING tribute.
Thanks!
excellent tribute
super kind of you making this homage. A tost to John Free
Glad you thought it was good 🙂
I loved his railroad work, so happy to hear that he published it. I’ll have to get a copy!
RIP Mr Free, you inspired me sir.
His videos led me down the rabbit hole so many years ago now. I also found his spiritual transmission to be inspiring. I now wonder if his granddaughter will take up the mantle -- models are often strong photographers. Thanks!
Damn... I wasn't even aware of his passing... I learned so much from him.
Yeah it was real sad news when I heard, he was a great guy. I realised after all these years how much his philosophy influenced the way I approach street photography.
I was not familiar with this photographer. Thank you for sharing.
I hadn't heard of John Free before this video, so thank you for introducing me to his work.
Happy to hear that 😁
love how i can see my wifes on lofts that she managed at 6:44, i remember following him for a while, his work is beautiful! i have been shooting since 2007 and street probably since 2009.. spent allot of time walking through downtown la shooting just like john and would think about him sometimes. Fantastic video :)
Beautiful Tribute man... so many sentiments that I share in this video..... and I can totally see his influence in your work for for the first time....
Thanks, glad to hear this :-)
I've been a fan of John and his approach to photography. I had not heard he had died. Thank you for paying him this tribute.
My pleasure, felt like the last I could do after everything I learnt from him.
Thanks for the post. Wasn’t aware he recently passed. I also found his yt videos about a decade ago and purchased his book.
love that you did this. john free's work--including the videos--is very special.
wait for the gesture. don't shoot pigeons!
You inspired me, John.
Rest in peace ♥
Oh no, I met him about a year ago in Venice on a Sunday evening. He was nice and asked me where my film camera was :) I was shooting with a Fuji xe4 and a 27mm lens. He was very inspirational.
I use to watch his videos some years ago in my early days of street photography. Rest in peace, a great inspiration
Beautiful work Hashem :) His work is so incredible and now even more people get to witness and experience it - how special. May he rest in peace.
Thank you ❤️ 😊
Thank you for this beautiful tribute, John has left his mark on many of us around the world showing what real street photography is.
This was such a great tribute! I wish I had known his work previously. Thanks Hashem!
My pleasure!
Ahh man I can’t believe this, John was my first huge inspiration in film & documentary photography. Loved the videos and purchased myself an F3 to start my own journey. Thanks for the knowledge, stories and inspiration.
John Free was such an early inspiration to me. Can't tell you how many time I've watched and rewatched his youtube videos. So much to learn. Nice job shining on light of him!
Such a wonderful tribute. I haven't heard of him or his work before, but I will absolutely do some research! His words and his work have me goosebumps 💗
Glad to hear that! 🙂
Thanks Hashem, didn’t know about John, so will definitely checked out his work and videos 👍
Thank you for sharing this! I was familiar with his End of the Line work but had no idea he had a YT channel and am now going to go to university
Hey, I'm glad to hear this! I hope you enjoy what you find :-)
Massive respect for shining a light on this brilliant man. His work deserves so much more attention and I'm so glad I got a signed copy of his book when I did; I only wish I would have been able to take a workshop with him.
I agree, it definitely deserves more attention!
John was a passionate photographer. He was genuine and I will never forget him talking about how the Nikon F3 is a great camera and it has the viewfinder 100% coverage and how anything less messes with your mind. RIP John!!!!!
Lovely tribute, thanks Hashem.
Thank you, glad you thought so.
Heck yeah!! Thank you Hashem for shining the light on John Free! Got his beautiful book about one month before he passed away. Highly, highly recommend. May his beautiful soul rest in peace.
Such a legend. Thank you for making this!
I never heard of his work, will look him up. Thanks for sharing, being a documentary photographer myself since 1989 i know how hard photography can be on the street especially these days with social media giving street photography a bad wrap.
Yes! I hope you enjoy it
Wow this man was a legend. I remember watching his videos early on too. He's a real bleeding heart social documentarian. I'm going strait to watch his videos again now. His passion is just a level beyond. Great work Hashem for making this. Rightly so, you put a lot of care into this. Thanks
I ordered a copy of the book. Because of you, Matt Day, Alex Kilbee, and others, I have become a collector of photography books. I love looking at the images and reading the words. They inspire me to pick up the camera and shoot something.
Thanks for adding good content and not being another youtuber reviewing a camera to get paid.
John Free is one of my favourites
Thanks for this video ¡¡
No worries!
John Free, RIP. It came through the UA-cam videos. This man was a good man. Very Good photographer.
RIP John.
He was and still will be a great inspiration. Thanks for creating this video.
Thanks for this. 👌
No problem 👍
I’ve been following him for a while didn’t know he passed away such a shame. RIP John Free
Very nice tribute to John Free. I've being following him for years. Since the first time I saw his videos, his passion. Was one of the 1st to buy his book and have it sent to Ireland. Stood in the spot where he took the photo of the double decker bus going over the bridge in the '60s while he was on honeymoon with Wendy. Thoughts & prayers for his family.
That's awesome! 🙂
I use to follow him, he was an amazing teacher, he will be missed
I remember watching his videos and being inspired by his philosophy. His channel had been quiet for some time but I’m surprised to learn he recently passed away. RIP M.Free and thanks for the motivation
I enjoyed viewing his work and hearing what he had to say about Photography. Good for you Hashem. Rest easy John Free.
absolutely one of the best
Awesome tribute man
Thanks!
Thank You - As You Are So RIGHT about him, and he will be missed...😪❤🌎📸
the picture he has of frank is amazing very rare you see him smile in photos Ernest Cole look at his work
My biggest inspiration. Amazing man.
RIP to a massive inspiration
I didn't even realise😢😢
Had no idea he passed away! Just last week I was wondering if I had missed his videos somehow and looked him up, and now this 😢. He will be missed by me.
Always love a Nikonian
Whait what he passez away ? I watched a lot of his videos to motivate myself with street photography, that's sad news...
And he was shooting with a cheap 50mm f2
Yep!
He was also shooting with the very sharp 55mm f2.8