seeing is one thing constructing an image using light and shadow is quite another. the shot of the day for me was not the low-down sunstar as nice as it was (and hats off for your honesty there Andy), but that simple shot of the handle on the door to the pew is quite simply breathtaking.
Me neither! The problem, as I identified in the video, is about drawing attention and I had to do quite a lot to not have the eye drawn by the brighter space of the aisle but in camera and in post. I knew the shot would work, I just had to make it work with the light.
I really don't like doing it. It's bad enough I have to look in a mirror and spend hours each week editing videos that have me in them without having to suffer the shadows too.
Started watching you just for the exceptional pics of the broads, at least to my taste. This little church at first looked bland & insipid but you got some truly beautiful & stirring shots. Thanks❤
Yes, he did. He said he'd shot it a few times. He liked to get there around the time when the sun should have been about central in the window. I think he missed it by 15 minutes or so on this evening. Pays to revisit places and know your onions....
A very nice video. What kind of church is this? The pews are more like round seats. Really special but very nice to work with. When you were working on the shot where you used the tripod, you already thought, Andy, work against the light so you won't be bothered by your shadow. But you didn't hear me, so I sent someone over to show you. 😃 It is a location where you can spend a whole day. Short lens, and a macro lens that's all you need. The doorknob also turned out very nice. Simplicity naturally brings beauty, or so I think. Until the next edition. Antoine.
Hello, Antoine, I hope you are feeling better. This church is part of the Felbrigg estate in North Norfolk. It's set in the grounds of Felbrigg Hall but it is also the main village church. The chap who came in and suggested the low shot down the aisle told me that Holkham Church (another estate church about 20 miles west) also had Box Pews like this one. I looked it up: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Box_pew There are so many medieval churches around me that I would struggle to visit them all. I do enjoy being in them as they are all special buildings, though I am about as religious as our soon-to-be-sacked Prime Minister is respected. Take care Andy
Thanks. To be honest, metering is entirely unimportant on a modern digital camera. I have never knowingly switched from the multi-patern metering to anything else. I use the histogram and ensure I expose to the right and challenging issues like the open door handle can be dealt with in post where the area down the aisle was too bright and drew the eye so itbwas masked and burned in.
There's always something to learn in photography, that's why I don't think there's such a thing as a master photographer, unless I'm confused as to what they mean by master. Can someone truly master this craft?
I think you need to have some considerations when thinking about "mastering" photography. I think it's just as possible to master photography as it is to master any other creative process or learned skill. It's important to take this statement with the full appreciation that there are many genres of photography and that mastering the broad umbrella that is "Photography" is far more a challenge than mastering, say Portrait photography. It's also important to realise that photography is an art form where the results will always be subjective. Perhaps a good analogy might be that to say that a highly experienced HGV driver would not be anything like as proficient in an F1 race car.
I am not sure I would agree with this. Each to their own, but for me, photography is about the scene and I am not part of it. There might be some situations where your own silhouette can be put to use and I will never say never, but in situations such as this, a honking identifiable shadow would (and did) ruin the shot as it grabbed attention before I cropped it out.
Stunning images Andrew. I love your work. I'm learning so much from you on how to get interesting photographs. Cheers.
My pleasure!
The shot with the window and Sunburst is beautiful
My biggest struggle with photography is finding inspiration, your video was very inspiring and interesting, thank you.
Thank you, Stephen.
seeing is one thing
constructing an image using light and shadow is quite another.
the shot of the day for me was not the low-down sunstar as nice as it was (and hats off for your honesty there Andy), but that simple shot of the handle on the door to the pew is quite simply breathtaking.
You're too kind, Nick. Thank you.
The last shot of the little door handle, was not expecting it to be so good.
Me neither! The problem, as I identified in the video, is about drawing attention and I had to do quite a lot to not have the eye drawn by the brighter space of the aisle but in camera and in post. I knew the shot would work, I just had to make it work with the light.
I was stunned by it also!
Always things to discover. Thanks Andrew !!
Always, Robert.
The one With the door handle inspired me a lot. Thanks and take care. Göran in Latvia
Thank you, Göran
I loved those pictures! It's very inspiring to watch your videos and see how you find beautiful or interesting shots in every place.
Thank you so much 😀
So nice to have you back, Andrew.
Great pictures 👍
Thanks 👍 My troubles are far from over, sadly. I have no idea if I can maintain a schedule.
We’re all pulling for you, Andy.
@@AndyBannerYou will get over it, Andrew. Patience and faith will help you overcome your troubles, I'm sure . ❤
Ah, Patience and Faith. Two qualities I am deficient in :-)
Thanks, Andy. Very interesting. Yes, “you never finish photography.” Been seriously
at it since 1975 and still learning 🙂.
Absolutely. Cheers, Morris.
Waouh nice images ! Loved the one at 8:15 and the door handle ! Thank you ! 👍🏽🙏🏽
Cheers.
Again Andrew another superb video. cant wait for the next one
Thank you
lovely music and inspiration
Thank you
As an aside, I've often taken shots with my own shadow in them and it can be creative 📷👍
I really don't like doing it. It's bad enough I have to look in a mirror and spend hours each week editing videos that have me in them without having to suffer the shadows too.
Just seen your videos for the first time love the handle shot really good . Look forward to more .
Thanks, Keith. Hope you enjoy the other vids.
great lesson about the bright light patches most run away from Mate
Love the low camera angle instead of stand and click norm.
If people only take one thing away from that video it's stop taking photos at eye-height
Great and timely video for me. You're an inspiration as always Andrew.
Very kind, Phil. Thanks
@@AndyBanner You are welcome Andrew and I have remembered to sign up for membership now, so looking forward to watching the other videos.
Wow, thank you, Phil.
Great video and wonderful lessons! Loved it❤️ I really love your observational photography and the simplicity you pull out from anywhere! Thank you!
Thanks so much!
Started watching you just for the exceptional pics of the broads, at least to my taste. This little church at first looked bland & insipid but you got some truly beautiful & stirring shots.
Thanks❤
The box pews certainly make it more challenging than open pews, but there's always something to poke your lens at! Cheers.
You have a great mind to creativity and explanation. Well done. My favorite has to be a simple onion turned into a great shot
Thanks, Eric.
Loved the video mate and that fella certainly found or knew about a great angle/shot in the church.
Yes, he did. He said he'd shot it a few times. He liked to get there around the time when the sun should have been about central in the window. I think he missed it by 15 minutes or so on this evening. Pays to revisit places and know your onions....
Thank you, Andy. Great video and wonderful captures!
Glad you enjoyed it
Interesting and well done. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.
My pleasure! Thanks for your support.
Thankyou.
You're welcome
A very nice video.
What kind of church is this?
The pews are more like round seats.
Really special but very nice to work with.
When you were working on the shot where you used the tripod, you already thought, Andy, work against the light so you won't be bothered by your shadow. But you didn't hear me, so I sent someone over to show you. 😃
It is a location where you can spend a whole day.
Short lens, and a macro lens that's all you need.
The doorknob also turned out very nice.
Simplicity naturally brings beauty, or so I think.
Until the next edition.
Antoine.
Hello, Antoine, I hope you are feeling better.
This church is part of the Felbrigg estate in North Norfolk. It's set in the grounds of Felbrigg Hall but it is also the main village church. The chap who came in and suggested the low shot down the aisle told me that Holkham Church (another estate church about 20 miles west) also had Box Pews like this one. I looked it up: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Box_pew
There are so many medieval churches around me that I would struggle to visit them all. I do enjoy being in them as they are all special buildings, though I am about as religious as our soon-to-be-sacked Prime Minister is respected.
Take care
Andy
May I ask, What sort of metering choices and exposure choices were you making. Some terrific images throughout
Thanks. To be honest, metering is entirely unimportant on a modern digital camera. I have never knowingly switched from the multi-patern metering to anything else. I use the histogram and ensure I expose to the right and challenging issues like the open door handle can be dealt with in post where the area down the aisle was too bright and drew the eye so itbwas masked and burned in.
@@AndyBanner many thanks
There's always something to learn in photography, that's why I don't think there's such a thing as a master photographer, unless I'm confused as to what they mean by master. Can someone truly master this craft?
I think you need to have some considerations when thinking about "mastering" photography. I think it's just as possible to master photography as it is to master any other creative process or learned skill. It's important to take this statement with the full appreciation that there are many genres of photography and that mastering the broad umbrella that is "Photography" is far more a challenge than mastering, say Portrait photography. It's also important to realise that photography is an art form where the results will always be subjective. Perhaps a good analogy might be that to say that a highly experienced HGV driver would not be anything like as proficient in an F1 race car.
I think you silhouette on the floor or wall or any area is interesting. Make your silhouette the focus of you pic.
I am not sure I would agree with this. Each to their own, but for me, photography is about the scene and I am not part of it. There might be some situations where your own silhouette can be put to use and I will never say never, but in situations such as this, a honking identifiable shadow would (and did) ruin the shot as it grabbed attention before I cropped it out.