A Tip for Photography, and Life…

[@UndinesOcean]

This video summerised my life at the moment. Making a good vision come to life in England reminds me of the time when I visited Brighton and I was trying to keep my chips safe from seagulls on Brighton Pier. By the end, I was cold, wet, traumatized, without chips... The effort might not give what initially wanted, but it gives what’s real, and real is always lovely.

[@thelostvisuals]

The cut to the desk as you shuffle the camera into the is bush is more gold than youll ever catch before sunset 😂😂 tickled me. Great video as per usual

[@andrewroland]

After listening to you over the years mumbling on about this and that, I’ve come to the conclusion that you’re quite amusing James.

[@BromptonNic]

Totally agree 😂

[@VincentGirod]

The man who talked at sheeps ! A day with a new video from James is a good day.

[@Eikenhorst]

You are one of those photographers that inspire me. Not because of what you shoot, in fact I will be honest and say that most of your work is not my taste. But it is inspiring because it is about bending the conventions and finding pleasure in the things you shoot

[@bastian.michel]

Same here. He has also a great sense of humor.

[@jacobchristopher8995]

I don’t use youtube often, but when I do I get upset when I don’t see your videos pop up.

[@viktorpaulsen627]

If you don't see his videos pop up, there must be something wrong with the popsystem.

[@narelle4868]

Subscribe and get the notifications. Easy.

[@jordantaylorreed]

I sincerely appreciate this video, James. I've been taking photos for 20 years (off and on) and I've always felt like I never fit one category, which I've only recently starting to lean into. Your photos, aesthetic, concept, practice, etc. have been impossibly helpful (and reassuring). I'm so happy I found your channel, and have since turned into such a fan of your work. Thank you, James.

[@washingtonradio]

The best advice you gave was to take the photos that interest you and not worry if they neatly fit a specific/academic genre. It's taking interesting photos that tell a story that count

[@apk4pres]

I don’t think your photography is odd. I really enjoy it. I just can’t replicate it in any way that looks anywhere near as good as yours. Keep up the good work!

[@steveboys5369]

Hi James, 1. Cramp - more fluids 2. Name - Adam 3. Odd - join the club, Odd is good! - just search for people similarly unconventional THanks for sharing.

[@SongIn60Seconds]

I’ve had a lot of luck with Magnesium for the cramps. :) thanks for another lovely video.

[@danthedroneman5771]

Cramps = lack of salt (hyponatremia). Fluids, great. Salt, better. Magnesium = best.

[@2ShoesPhoto]

I really enjoy your videos, you bring peace into the world of wild and crazy clickbait, yet you find ways to spreading encouragement that motivates me to get out no matter the weather and take photos. Thank you for all of the waffling and enjoyable time even if the weather does not cooperate.

[@JohannesDalen]

Just ordered the picture from the quarry - it's an amazing photo! I'm inspired by your work, James.

[@erichstocker8358]

I always enjoy your photos. This is because the things that interest you also interest me. The interaction of humans within the environment/nature. That appeals to me a lot. I believe totally that it is interesting. Many painters in the previous centuries also had this interest.

[@jlinc187]

@2:16 did that bird just…(rewind ten seconds)…yup that bird just pooped.

[@MaryAnnWamboldt]

I enjoy seeing what other people are thinking as they photograph whatever it is they photograph. I enjoy the process and seeing the UK. I visit about once a year. Always a pleasant time.

[@dross2036]

If the number of views and likes at the 2 hr mark mean anything, I'd say that your approach to photography and subject matter resonate with a lot of people. I very much enjoy the images and b-roll from your local backroads and hidden corners. Also, I received your book. Every bit as excellent and beautiful as I was expecting. Thank you and congrats on a wonderful accomplishment.

[@zzhhcc]

“…What they hold in common is the belief that the commonplace is really worth looking at, and the courage to look at it with a minimum of theorizing.”

[@youphototube]

Fantastic morning dose of the humorous mundane.

[@timbradburn3967]

Thanks for another good video James. I wish you and yours well for the new year. Thank you for highlighting the "saw the photo from the car" situation. My interest in photography is dominated by the photos I didn't take. So many times I think I see a great photo (scene, light....) but I can't stop. Or if I do stop, the scene isn't actually accessible, or wasn't like it seemed when scanned from the moving car. Keep up the good work.

[@outsider_outsider]

I love this style photography. Embrace the mundane! Also thanks for the presets they are excellent.

[@2DogAle]

Thanks for starting the year off with this video. I don’t have a specific genre either and never know what to say when describing my photography and usually, people ask but then their eyes glaze over when I try to explain.

[@PipoBLN]

I really like your pictures and videos, Ben! Keep going! I think your channel here and on instagram is absolutely underrated 💎

[@MrAvaneita]

Funny enough, up until now, i havent wasted a single minute trying to put you or your photographic style in any category. Except, you're basically photographing what I've been studying the past years: geography. :) Geography as a study programme is basically about human-nature interaction (spaces, places, environment, nature, made up invisible societal rules, constraints, compromise, dependency, ...). I take photos just as a hobby and what I like taking photos of is at times a bit weird. Cause for me its more about a "vibe" that I'm feeling in the shot, a certain interrelation between maybe different things in a shot (a lizard in the train tracks, a sign on the road), specific details (like rust on a fence or patina on a road or wood, etc.), colours and textures or maybe a sort of phantasy/ideal of a type of landscape. Its quite vague, but maybe that is just the appeal. So maybe that is why i relate to your approach and your photos so much. Anyways, thank you for making "not fitting" a comfortable thing

[@Jake-vt4ow]

Adam 😃😃😃I remember that chapel from your earlier video. Stunner.

[@chrisbaker5284]

Ysbyty Ifan is where my Mother in laws mother lived for a number of years. Finally it's on the map! Thanks James. Lovely place, spent many a great holiday in and around that area when the kids were small.

[@minus1db]

Nice to see you again, thoroughly enjoyed it ❤

[@lukaszkaczmarek616]

Life documentry... I love it

[@JonnyRoams]

Man your videos get me so inspired

[@Benjamin-James]

this is my fav video youve ever made. The slow burn and the hunt of specific photos was a very chill vibe. Not great for the algorithm I'm sure, but it really did feel like we were there with you hanging out and staking out these spots. I like how this was one continuous day with the in-between moments rather than the highlights with LightRoom commentary, although those are fun too. A way I would describe your photography is that if someone had painted your frames with oil and a brush, it would be priceless. Especially the scenes today, your photos tend to follow the "rules" of paintings more than photos. Which is why I like your style so much and also why my name is in your book.

[@brianmckeever5280]

"Know me from Adam" I think is what you were looking for. I enjoy your work quite a bit. It has a lot of diversity. At 63, I take images I like. If someone else likes them, that's a bonus but not necessary. Oh yeah, get some electrolytes for the cramps. My toes start to cramp and taking a scoop of electrolytes every day -- no sugar variety -- seems to keep it a bay. Thanks for the videos, I really enjoy them!

[@just_eirik]

Taking photos in your local environment is great! It’s all I’ve been doing for about 15 years now. Also taking photos of things others might not. Only difference between you and me is that you’re knowledgeable and make more consistent looking photos. I’ve learned stuff from you and I’ve changed how I view man made objects in my photos. I like them more now. Thanks for all the videos!

[@desgardner7169]

If somebody asked me what does James Popsys take pictures of I could not answer that question because every picture you take and explanation thoughts are so different, that's why I keep watching you, and we never know what's coming! Thank you James for this weeks video....

[@LarryMarvin]

Simon d'Entremont recommended your channel and I'm very impressed! Subscribed!

[@sajith10]

Hi James, thanks a lot for putting these videos together. I really enjoy watching them and find great inspiration in them. I was wondering if you could do a video on photo printing. Specifically, I’d like to know where you get your photos printed. Also, I’d appreciate it if you could share tips on how a hobbyist photographer can get their photos printed and ensure that the final results are close to what they see on their computer screen. Looking forward to many more great videos!

[@alexelley6283]

Hi James, when I first started watching your videos I thought this is different, but stayed with it and now i look forward to your video's coming, to the point that I have purchased your books. Love your work..

[@mi.minore]

I can’t even explain why but this video is phenomenal

[@suew6307]

James, excellent video as always. I feel the same way about my photography as I don't fit into one category. I appreciate your comment about "leaning in" to photograph things that interests you. Thanks for sharing your love of the craft.

[@paulcostache6733]

Photographing a sunset in the UK in winter….oh James 😄

[@simonarcher8766]

As a photographer of postboxes, I really appreciated this video. A charming looking George VI

[@MartialBoniou]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Btw, these landscapes look like mine, in West Brittany, France, close to Brest... we also have this unpredictable weather change, these chapels above the sea, these rural houses made from granite rock and those tractors coming from nowhere. Cheers.

[@trevorpayne2749]

I’ve been watching your videos for ages and whilst I enjoyed them I didn’t really appreciate your style of photography both from the subject matter or processing style. That said, I think I really get it now and as a body of work your images really make sense to me.

[@vermis8344]

I have just become a firm adherent of James' new photography genre: sitting-around photography.

[@iaincphotography6051]

James, understand the rule of twelfths as well as the effects of high and low pressure on the tides, it may save you getting very wet.

[@AllThingsFilm1]

I heard about your from Cabral Creates. I'm mainly a filmmaker. But, I've been thinking about dabbling into photography once again as I did 40+ years ago. And your photographs look fantastic. Subscribed.

[@eric-g-rose]

I loved it when you got all excited to take your shot of the church!

[@shaunmadill8866]

I’ve missed these walk around videos. 👍

[@davidwalsh566]

Great work - appreciate the graft you put in making these videos.

[@noname123-y8j]

Subscribed. First time viewing. Great photography and video. Thanks for sharing.

[@antonoat]

Lean and keep leaning, unpredictable, spontaneous photography can often have that something special!

[@alanparkinson549]

Always enjoyed your photography,. The interplay of man and nature is an area many/most landscape photographers avoid like the plague, but there isn't a square foot of pristine land in England and Scotland (probably Wales too) - forests cleared, new forests planted, arable land, dry stone walls, and even sheep keeping the grass trimmed in the windswept and rocky uplands. Living at the edge of a large (ish) town in Lancashire, I've got access to wild deer in one direction, industrial revolution canals in another and old cotton mills now rapidly disappearing. Trouble is, I'm just not a good enough photographer to do them justice.

[@martinlennon4673]

I find your images very relaxing 👍

[@boo-c4t]

Photography captures the beauty of the world in unique ways.

[@TravelingToHistory]

I discovered your channel not long ago but man I'm so glad I did! since your way of filming, explaining and photography style really reboosted my interest in photography. thank you for that James 👍🏼

[@junkdragonfly]

at first coming into the video i though the advise with "lean in" was to do with composition and about not being able to fit things in to frame, was hoping to see what your take on zooming in rather than out would have been and how it has changed from previous videos. i do still really enjoy watching i find your videos very relaxing and your humour up my alley. i like to take any advise i can so thats always a positive for staying in tune

[@AnthWinter]

Glad I got your video reccomended! I'm off to watch a few more 👋

[@Lauraeux]

I love your photography and I can’t wait to see you blogging! 😝

[@AnthonyJohnson1]

You have nearly 300k subscribers James, which tells me that your style of photography is enjoyed by many including me. I much prefer photographing scenes that are interesting and make me ask questions to the usual stuff that fills social media these days (sunrise and sunset landscapes). It’s not that I don’t like traditional landscapes, I do, but I very rarely look at those photos later down the line. A rusty tractor or a battered old caravan in an unusual setting, then I can’t stop studying the pictures with a host of questions. I just don’t share them because I don’t think anyone else will like them. I’ll take your advice and share them as someone else might just enjoy them too!

[@blackcubemusic]

Great as a viewer to get carried away in your process! And to get a look through your specific -non fitting- eyes. I like the photo with the tractor. Tells more of a story to me than the other pictures.

[@julianheritage6436]

Loved the first image on the video and that location at the end, beautiful. With you 100% on this style of photography. Oh and the aches and pains at your age are hopefully nothing, wait till you get to the wrong side of 50!!!

[@MrSimonj1970]

Top Tip for frozen landscape photographers: Primark Fleece-Lined thermal base layer vests are amazingly warm - I shed 2 layers and still was warmer than normal! £12 very well spent.

[@DavidSenteno]

Everytime I watch your videos I remember how much I love photography and want to just leave where I’m at and go out and shoot. 🎉

[@chrisburnard5157]

Thank you James. Keep up the great work and inspiration.

[@Minerva___]

Happy to have stumbled on your channel. I really enjoy your photography. Looking forward to reviewing the backlog but also to all your work this year.

[@jeanbrisebois257]

Thanks for that video. I really don't believe I fit in any category... I've been struggling about that for years... I will definitely try to change my perspective on that.

[@teratism143]

I can't wait for Human Nature to arrive!

[@Bruton-Photography]

Yeah I need to go to Wales more 😍

[@kargarok11]

Your photos are insane man. Good work

[@LauMagroTheFrenchKOInection]

I suffered from severe cramps until I took daily Magnesium. Since then, nothing. The expression is 'they don't know you from Adam'. 😊 Nice video. I think Himan Nature is genius. But then you are.

[@michalnemsak7886]

Thank you for the video James, it's always a treat! Seeing you wander around in that beautiful countryside, I would like to support one thought you once had... to get a bike :D Just imagine that. Grab a backpack, start a bike, you go wherever you want, you stop wherever you want, you can shoot literally still sitting on the bike. Just a food for thought ;) Take care.

[@tonyjhughes]

I kinda see it as rural street photography, maybe lane photography 🤔😂

[@SocoAmarettoLime87]

Have you ever been to Harris? It would be a Popsys Paradise.

[@a-shaw-photo]

I’d describe you primarily as a ‘suburban landscape photographer’ 🙂 Top tip thanks; I’ll go and visit Ysbity Ifan, stop at Llyn Brenig on the way 🙂

[@Rockflower62]

YOU JUST MADE MY DAY😅My photography is the same way!!! And I hate when people ask me “what kind of photographer I am” 😆🤪 Glad to know I’m not alone🙌

[@conradjalali]

The phrase is, “They don’t know me from Adam.” I like your photos and your videos because I enjoy your exploration of interesting compositions, hidden in plain view. The scenes were always there, but most people don’t notice.

[@christophermartin7973]

You remind me of one of my other favorite photography channels and I think you and him have the same sort of outlook on photography in general sort of. I'm sure you've heard of Craig Roberts and his e6 channel but if not you should check it out because he does what you describe. He views what would be considered ugly or not pretty and finds the shot which I find fascinating which must be why I enjoy your channel too. He openly hates the pretty views and sunrise and sunset and goes out of his way to not capture them which I find funny too.

[@pat10mcgill]

I couldn't agree more James, My images are not that well liked, and i do terrible in Camera club competitions, judge never seems to get my images. It used to get me down a bit and i tried to change what i shoot. But not now i shoot what i enjoy.

[@photom3]

I don’t know if it would work but a few alfalfa cubes or sunflower seeds in the pocket might bring them a little closer. Cattle will come to the fence assuming you’re going to feed them.

[@photom3]

Color is welcome in winter, especially because we don’t have much snow and everything looks like a sea of brown sticks.

[@mikepanton]

Good work!

[@Tetra84]

Love the tree on a hill print!

[@donwallace7354]

We do know you from Adam, and appreciate what each of you brings to us.

[@Thr3-Words]

14:54 yes, you got a tractor!!!! 🚜 👶

[@davidpowell5437]

Do not go gentle into that 'good' category, But burn and rave at close of day. Rage, rage against the dying of the light... so sorry Dylan! I was a frequent visitor to the Conway Valley as a child. My fond memories feature quite a lot of grass, mud and cowpats, and I do really enjoy your more atmospheric depictions of the area. Mini book one day?

[@nikkia9506]

I do know you from Adam, and think you explain your photography intentions and style really well.

[@SmallerLives]

Great use of the word 'octobre' at 8:52...

[@kotteman8]

For me, I have come and understod myself as a Portrait photographer, even if I like you mostly photograph "a landscape". That in it self is a subject we have a relationship with and something we can understand more via photo ( the bright red human presence of a letterbox in muted nature). It's close to documentary photography but it's not about capturing a specifik moment/action in time

[@eyeammjh]

Another great video. P.S. Caveated with "I am NOT a medical professional"... I do suffer from leg cramps... I believe you can reduce occurrence/severity with more potassium (bananas, spinach) in your diet.

[@jeannetitor]

james, the cramps occurence can be greatly decreased by sufficient minerals intake, if you are the tap water kind rather than mineral water kind of person then this may be a clue why you are getting them more often, as i imagine your younger self was just mostly drinking junk too :) electrolyte powder is an option, adding sea/mountain salt to your water is also an option. you are welcome.

[@Chromatomic]

James helping to justify my own oddities of photography and realizing the weird challenges of trying to take photos down rural farm roads, I even took to taking photos out of the sun roof of my car where I can't pull over.

[@Chromatomic]

In hindsight, I had a convertible for a few years in my youth and not once did I just set a tripod up in the back for photos and I regret that.

[@shanewhite4392]

The shear number of photos I take simply based on "seeing" something as I'm walking by is a bit disconcerting to me... but I get a lot of positive feedback so I feel like I'm doing something right? I'm still fairly new to photography but I don't have a "style" so much as a "feel". I think James helps me realize that it doesn't matter what I'm shooting, doing MY thing is what's most important. Love this channel.

[@ronaldwechter8236]

For cramps carry small packets of mustard, take 1or2 and the cramps go away in minutes. We were taught this in the military.

[@waldnew]

Adam, from Adam

[@alanparkinson549]

I shouted just the same thing at my monitor, several times!

[@The_Hero_Is_Back]

I saw it as a cunning way to increase his comments! :-) Everyone knows the answer to that one. Apart from James. Apparently.

[@antonoat]

@@The_Hero_Is_Back Lol.

[@markembling]

Came here to say exactly this.

[@AndrewPalmerJazz]

I think it's Jack.

[@TheosAdventures2018]

Just last night I was searching your name on here. Delighted now before work 😅

[@narelle4868]

Need Magnesium for cramps. Nice shots James.

[@blackforestwanderer]

Hey James, maybe magnesium could help with the cramps? I use magnesium malate, because other sorts pass through too quickly😬.

[@michgreeno1]

Indian tonic is good for cramp it contains quinine.

[@lionmartinsmith1]

Had to laugh while watching your latest video. I started watching it and got to the bit where your talking about how you describe your type of photography I had to stop watching to do something else. While doing that I got to thinking about how and when driving along the roads such as the conwy valley, there are photo opportunities but only visible from the car. Blow me when I got back to your video, you said almost the same thing. Only I don't park my car in a bush but only wish I had.😢 Have you been to the village of Rowen lately. I keep meaning to visit there for photos.

[@thelightbro6185]

Love the video James, who does your printing please? I’ve had mixed experiences and would love to know who your go-to people are.

[@irenec2252]

HNY 🎉. Welcome back Missed your vids

[@seanconcannon7922]

"Don't know me from Adam"....thats the phrase you were searching for James.

[@waldnew]

Beat me to it!

[@jessandrykew]

For that cramp start drinking LMNT. Watermelon flavour is amazing and you probably just need to amp up ur hydration