Thank you Chris, like very much this human and simple approach to photography ! Alain from Québec, Canada

Your voice is so soothing. It makes for a really lovely viewing experience especially walking through some of the thoughts behind each photo you took. Nature loves your lens.

Loved seeing the photos. Cold temps sound like a very good reason to stick with a multi-purpose lens.🥶

Nice channel , nice talk, thank you

I agree with this. Take your camera everywhere. There’s so much to photograph. I set myself a challenge yesterday to take 10 shots of things I found interesting, and my mind was really focused on looking more intently around me at trees, stones, a fire than had been used by someone. There’s always something to see. Just look!!

This is great advice! I only have 2 little rangefinders and I want to buy a digital camera. I am leaning towards fuji, honestly because of the look (particularly on cameras with the X-tran I sensor, I know they are old), but the slow autofocus worries me a bit, tho Im sure I would buy vintage manual lenses and then autofocus wouldnt even enter the pcture. Anyway I need to keep researching, I went as far as organizing all the info Ive gathered about 35 to 40 cameras in Excel, that way I can compare everything from specs, price and looks. But the feeling or look of the images is hard to figure out by just reading specs

How I chose a camera, I looked at the Reddit communities for the primary brands. At first I was attracted to Fujifilm's retro look, but then I found Sony's Alpha community and really liked the look of photos from those cameras. Then I just did a bit of research to see what a relatively inexpensive Alpha might be, learned about crop sensor versus full frame, and decided on an A6000 with Sigma prime lenses. I bought used on Ebay and feel I've got a decent camera with great lenses for a great price. I appreciate the shout out and attempt to provide a better listening experience for the audience. I feel youre a playful guy, not so serious, and a playful playlist is fitting with the channel and your vibe.

What camera are you using?

I'm Getting a meet for A7IV today used . I already have the A7RIIIA for the pass 3 years and getting great photos.

I use several different activities to meditate. Along with more traditional sitting meditation I also use photography in this way. And cycling. And cigars. I've taught meditation workshops in all of these realms and love to see other folks doing the same thing. If we are ever in the same neck of the woods I'd dig going on a walk or co-teaching a workshop.

Like others I would have no idea what to buy in a camera. Thank you for the camera insights. 😊trying to please everyone music would probably be tough 😀 congrats on all the new followers.

I love the message and interest in getting others motivated. It's like writer's block. Sometimes there's a lack of desire or creativity. I have my Instagram feed filled with photographers only, so I can easily see what others are photographing for inspiration. I really like the message about the project mindset.

I'm enjoying your channel, Chris. Thank you!

Chris, this is such a well thought out helpful guide. I wouldn’t even know what to look for. You broke it down in such an easy to digest way. Lots of considerations! 2:58 Amazon would have got me on this. 4:12 This is an incredible shot. Wow! 6:04 Thank you so much for explaining this. 08:03 This is one I’ll come back to. This and the whole consideration section. I’m not smart enough to understand all the things yet so I definitely need to come back to this. Thank you for including time stamps in the description. 09:05 This is the one that I’m super interested in. It seems like such a compact and flexible set up for how I’d use it. Your video is so crisp and clear. 15:15 That’s really good to know. 18:42 Fungus? That wouldn’t have crossed my mind. Now I know. You packed this start to finish full of so much value. I learned a ton. Before you started sharing your journey, my only experience was with DSLRs and that was purely because someone said ‘get this one’. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge with us.

I really enjoy your videos. when did you sell the Fuji XT-5? I have the Fuji XT-3 and XT-1 but stop using them because they don't have IBIS. I mostly take pictures for fun and used them as a walk around camera, but felt I wanted a camera with IBIS. I feel bad I no longer use my Fujis, because I feel is much better to use camera that has IBIS.

I think you get a bit rambly and off topic here, Chris. But you know, you're trying.

Such a beautiful reminder that even the simplest moments can hold the deepest meaning.

Very interesting and informative.🤩

This is my story, except 9 cameras… sold D850, A7IV, ZV-1f, A7siii

This is so cool! I just got this camera two weeks ago and have been loving it. So of course I'm deep diving into anything A7IV related. Glad your channel was recommended. New subscriber. I am coming from a Fujifilm XH2S. I just wanted better low light performance and of course auto focus I can count on. I have been impressed so far. Great video!

A sensitive and sensible approach to photography. Thank you.

Great ideas and message, but I feel the music was distracting and doesn't fit with the theme of the channel

On my bucket list is to take a photography class. After watching this video, I’m taking a step closer and doing more research!

I have so many amazing pics lve took with my s23 ultra. Tho they are dated back months ago. If i tried this challenge. I make new ones starting February. Im always taking pics of stuff and finding unique ways to make it into art and/or taking a shot on something that may look good on a frame. I do a lot of photography of landscapes, plants, abstract art, food and close up to things.I also cleaned out my phone and backed up my photos so i have a clear gallery to do more creativity. I saw one of your videos where you were talking about that it dont matter what gose on, to go out and shoot pics even if your eyesight isn't great. Im visually impaired and have been practicing photography since 2016. I am pretty good at this now and always learning new ways to make a great photo. If you are interested in seeing one of my recent phonts from months ago. I be happy to share. I would love to know if they are worth something that someone would love to buy and hang on their wall and share with a friend :)

Ive done a few weddings with that camera

Started my 30 day project this morning! Looking forward to seeing what everyone creates.

Subscribed. Hope to see many more videos on your channel in 2025 and beyond.

I'm in, dude! One of my 2025 goals is "become a practicing photographer" anyway - just a thing for me. I'm down to kick off my 30d challenge on Wed (Jan 29), on the New Moon. I don't know about theme, but I'm keen to practice my macro photography more - close to home and in the forested areas above us, and street photography in our neighboring Colonias and in Centro. So maybe a theme is just journaling "life in San Cris" through those lenses. Ok, a Gemini-too-many-words question for you or others in the comments. I'm super self-conscious of capturing stuff that has people in it, especially living down here in MX. I'm curious and would love to get photos in Mercados and on the streets of San Cris that will invariably have people in them, but I don't want to come off as an intrusive American in this place where I'm a guest. Suggestions for overcoming that resistance?

Good luck bro

This is so fun! I hope they are all shared here so we can all celebrate everyone and the journey you inspired :)

My first published book is literally my photo/mental health journal. I’ve always wanted to do “the map challenge”. Everyone gets a local map, even just on Google maps. You close you eyes and pick a spot “blind”. You go there and build a composition from that location. You can roam a bit, but it has to be around that spot. Ive done it solo a few times but never with a group of other photographers. 🤔

Have you considered how participants might be able view others photos? Must admit that I cannot do selfies. I am the last thing I want to look at! A sure way to ruin any scene. I've been in a photography lull for years. I found myself so often disappointed in the lack of meaning in my photos, although I enjoyed the process. I guess letting go of that idea could be a useful exercise but suspect I'd struggle.

Hi Chris I’ve subbed to your Channel and would love to take part in a Challenge perhaps for February ? I just love photography but don’t get hung on on having the latest gear, I’ve got a few old cameras I use and believe it’s all about having fun creating an image with what you have ! Like you I’m a commenter on peoples channels and love it when i get comments too

Great idea Chris... I have a few days to think of my February daily photo project..

I love this idea! It's helped snap me out of the exhausted and uninspired head space I've been in the past month. We are in the process of moving, and the sorting, cleaning, packing has zapped my creativity. I think I'm going to make this chapter a project! I'm going to photograph the thing that is stressing the hell out of me hahaha! 😂 Love the videos Chris! Thanks for your inspiration, I just might make it through this chapter with my sanity lol! 💃🎉

Turns out I have AHDH and have been using photography (and cycling) for meditation and staying grounded in the present moment my whole life. Kind of accidentally great, if you ask me.

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Having recently returned to photography, I enjoyed this perspective of how the act itself is so grounding in the present moment.

The tools is not what makes you good or efficient, is the person who uses the tool that adds the magic to the final result. I honestly don't think a bigger camera would make me better, it's the good and bad experiences that makes me learn more about how to do my job more efficiently!

My camera inspires me when it does exactly what i need it to do efficiently. I don’t need aesthetically pleasing buttons and dials and retro designs. It could be a black box for all I care. What matters to me is great performance so I’m less distracted fumbling with the camera, and a great selection of lenses.

A7 IV is an incredible camera. I've had it for almost two years now and I enjoy using it so much. It has an amazing performance and so many capabilities!

I knew exactly what the title of your channel was saying when I read it. When I am out in the field (on a photoshoot) saying it is "meditative" is exactly right.

Thanks Chris. Wise words. This is why hobbies are important. You don’t have to ACTUALLY mediate, you simply need to centre yourself in something else other than you problems. I ride a mountain bike down a hill side - that is definitely a NOW activity..

I used to love working in dark rooms - losing all sense of time and space. I miss that.

idk what you mean when you say “inspire” but personally i find myself entirely demotivated to even think about doing photography with my big bulky cameras, it’s not until i got a much smaller camera that was more reasonable to bring with me to places that i suddenly felt incredibly motivated to do photography again, because it wasn’t a inconvenient burden to carry around a heavy camera anymore, just had something pocket sized that took just as good picture. i’m sure some others have had a similar issue when it comes to motivation dropping when they have gear that’s too heavy, too inconvenient, too big, too many attachments, etc.

I know many people who use photography to help with mental health - focusing on the moment, literally, and putting everything else away behind them. It's good for both our mental and physical health, and encouraging us to use sight and hearing to search out suitable subjects.

I'm suffering from mental blockage, to go out and shoot. I have been photographing since 2014,but with recent experiences, it just made me stuvk, blocked. Part of me believes I'm stuck in same location, not traveling but same issue with traveling, the inability to act. Keep it up

First 15s made me hit the subscribe button. You should make longer videos, talk more while you show more relevant contact. Keep it up. Also, I'm here because I'm willing to get into a Sony system, I shoot landscape and architecture. Also prefer MF. Thanks

NOW is such a helpful tool. I'm very grateful for all you shared in this :)

Exactly! I can take good photos with any camera or even phone. People get too focused on gear