Looking back at my favorite images from 2023

This entire year has been an incredible opportunity to grow into my photography. I worked on numerous projects, explored skateboarding again, and even rain around the streets of New York City looking for standout moments. In this video, I take a look at some of my favorite photographs and talk through my thought process as best I can.
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[@MCLEO983]

I love your skate stuff

[@ShawnPBruce]

Thanks, dude. I love photographing skateboarding. Hoping for some more opportunities in 2024.

[@moniquerushinglynch]

Love seeing your shots!

[@ShawnPBruce]

Thanks so much!

[@DanielMista]

Absolutely agree, love the skate pictures. But also the fact that you shoot with a rangefinder. I’m using the 260, also the TTArtisan 11mm and a 135mm Elmar.
What flashes are you using? And which 90mm do you have?Also thinking to get one. I know, I know, gear questions are boring.
Thanks and looking forward to new videos.

[@ShawnPBruce]

I actually love talking about gear.
I'm using the Konica 90mm f2.8; I have mixed emotions about it. It's sharp when the focus is right, but I struggle to get the focus right for some reason. It's so sensitive. I had a Leica 90mm f4 and I regret selling it now. Lately I've just been using the 50mm Summicron for longer lens stuff.
I'd say 99% of the photos with flash were done with the LightPix Labs FlashQ Q20II. I absolutely love it. Mine broke because I wrecked skating. I'll definitely buy another though. Otherwise, I use two Godox v860iii flashes with a wireless transmitter.

[@DanielMista]

Will check the f4 90mm. Thanks. Thought about getting the older Summicron 90mm for a bit more background blur and separation but focus might get tricky, agree.
Also have a Godox v860ii and a SF60 with transmitter. In bright daylight it sometimes struggled to bring up enough power. I am now waiting for a Nissin MG10 flashgun for extra power. Not sure if it is worth it though.

[@ShawnPBruce]

@@DanielMista I've definitely had times when the speed lights were more fill than main light. I also have the AD200 and AD600 when I really need power, but I've rarely taken them out for skating stuff.