Thanks for the shoutout man! Means a ton coming from you. It probably isn’t surprise but Sternfeld is one of my biggest inspirations in my current work as well
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome. I’m pretty mad I slept on him for so long. Need to get “Stranger Passing” like yesterday 🤓
@samatkinsphotography3 жыл бұрын
Hey Lucas, just had a look at your website and pre-ordered your book 📖 📷 👍 🇬🇧
@danny_liao3 жыл бұрын
I would highly recommend people who find their surroundings "boring" to go out and shoot what they found boring in their surroundings. This will open up a whole new way of seeing things. I did exactly that and it has changed what I used to hate to something magical. The key is to watch the light. Good light could make trash into priceless gems.
@23kri3 жыл бұрын
one of the best chanel for film photography
@I-SelfLordAndMaster8 ай бұрын
I think I’ve watched all of your videos but this one somehow escaped me wow what inspiration.
@exhper3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your anxiety with setting up a LF camera in public! I'm 65 years old, been shooting film for a good percentage of that time. I'm self conscience about "deploying" a LF shooting platform in public. Great work, keep it going.
@dynosoarrrar10003 жыл бұрын
I love that Squarespace joke very refreshing and great video thanks for sharing
@unchartedthickets2 жыл бұрын
Love your introspection. Go Bluez!
@genegoranov58653 жыл бұрын
Very lovely, Bryan, thank you.
@miller15203 жыл бұрын
Wow! Great shots again. Thanks.
@MrHero02203 жыл бұрын
Great, refreshingly honest video. Thank you for posting.
@logiseye3 жыл бұрын
Great calm video to watch first thing in the morning. Thanks!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@renepirolt3 жыл бұрын
That was really great Byian. Glad I found your channel...thanks for inspiring us!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Rene. Thanks for watching!
@aboutphotography2 жыл бұрын
Love that video!
@a8l8e3 жыл бұрын
Great video Bryan! Loved the scene where you where reflected in the car glass. I like the featured photographer very much as well
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Lucas is great! Thanks for watching 🤘🏻
@hayespotter33683 жыл бұрын
absolutely beautiful.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Hayes 🖤
@clemfandango95343 жыл бұрын
I really like where you are going. Nice work.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 🙌🏻
@gltzddonut3 жыл бұрын
Great work as always. So inspiring.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching as always 💪🏻
@stevedobbs94273 жыл бұрын
Had to stop the video to comment, when the truck went by and erased the letters, sublime.
@timma82213 жыл бұрын
Beautiful pictures and video man. Enjoyed it so much.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim!
@smitbow13 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed this, and I am happy to learn about Lucas Wiman. I love that area in central Kentucky. I am moving back home to west Kentucky from Nashville in about a month. These are the kind of photos I imagine making there.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Lucas is great as is his work. Glad you enjoyed it. Good luck on the move!
@smitbow13 жыл бұрын
@@BryanBirks, thanks! I look forward to seeing more from you and Lucas.
@flojeune3 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Thanks.
@Janno10003 жыл бұрын
one of your best videos out there! keep them coming! ✊🏼
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Will do!
@souadchatta79973 жыл бұрын
A real talent ! Keep going
@MichaWha3 жыл бұрын
Very nice and interesting video as always Bryan! I really like the pace, the edit and the music in this one.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it!
@dogfondler3 жыл бұрын
What a great video. Thank you.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
@donaldnewton49473 жыл бұрын
You inspire others more than you know young man. I love your work and series that you do. Keep it up!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Donald. That’s nice to hear. I appreciate it more than you know!
@rodolphenavarro4253 Жыл бұрын
Wahooo. Superbe travail , superbes techniques ,superbes photos.Bravo
@doriyancoleman3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video. And great points about your photographic process, this is a journey!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Doriyan 🙏🏻
@TheZunis3 ай бұрын
Great work. Keep it up!
@smallfires75943 жыл бұрын
Fantastic portraits. Love how you transitioned from the book to the video scene. Super cool!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@eoghanhennessy153 жыл бұрын
The into alone gave me some chills
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Definitely recommend that book if you don’t have. I can sit and look at it for days.
@eoghanhennessy153 жыл бұрын
@@BryanBirks I’ll take a look for it :-)
@TomKaszuba3 жыл бұрын
You are an inspirational person.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tom!
@williamcurwen7428 Жыл бұрын
Babies don’t think the world around them is mundane. I think you’re on your way. Keep going.
@LevyCarneiro Жыл бұрын
Great video series. I’d pay to watch these!
@LevyCarneiro Жыл бұрын
Sam Stockman is a photographer that I get inspiration from.
@ChrisBroganАй бұрын
I really like this post for tons of reasons. And I have to say that I really love the music you used, also. Your photo really was cool after you cropped it, too.
@geminibornpoet3 жыл бұрын
You are amazing at videography and photography! It's inspiring and I am definitely going to binge your videos tonight lol
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah! Thank you 🤘🏻
@dangrygo93673 жыл бұрын
amazing video. one of your best for sure
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dan 🤘🏻
@roguesodyssey3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful video man! I've thought about getting into large format film. It's so powerful. I live in Utah where the landscapes are otherworldly and the people all seem the same. It's cool to see what people choose to capture where they're at. I feel like you caught that man's soul. Keep up the good work!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Utah is on my travel list. Once the world isn’t shit. Haha
@roguesodyssey3 жыл бұрын
@@BryanBirks Reach out when you do! I'll send you some recommendations.
@nicedaygraphics2 жыл бұрын
What is boring and cliché for one is really cool or beautiful for others. Living in Sweden and never been to US, I find everyday US street photography fascinating.
@RobbieMaynardCreates3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video dude. I really enjoyed the setting and how honest you were about feeling anxious about shooting in certain situations.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I think it’s something that obviously gets easier with time. I honestly get more anxious about landscapes on the street than with a strangers portrait. Super strange.
@frankhoerauf80173 жыл бұрын
great video
@jerryeisner13 жыл бұрын
Bryan, I love your honesty about your reluctance to set up your camera(s) in front of people in public places, and how you much you are challenging yourself to find the inner strength to step outside the box as they say! I was just like that when I started in photography over 40 years ago, so I can relate with you Full Stop! I also Love how you analyze your photos and interpret them aesthetically and technically!! You really get it. You are also backing yourself up with the medium format which allows you that extra chance to work quickly and to get more variety when you need to. It's so easy to see how much you love photography and how inspired you are to learn from other more experienced photographers. I also think you are truly honoring the various photographers who you have been inspired by. I think that would make for some amazing content for your channel. Last but not least, You have an engaging speaking voice and a very pleasant "on camera"manner that help to make your videos very easy to watch and listen to. You've proven to me that you can do whatever you set out to do. I'll be watching you for sure!
@alanholzmanphoto3 жыл бұрын
Very enjoyable video. Thx
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@magicwaffl3z3 жыл бұрын
You are so talented man. This pushes me to want to shoot more.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude. That’s what I like to hear. I sometimes need a pick me up to get inspired so I’m glad I can do that for you!
@cloudsilver13 жыл бұрын
Yeah, me too. Your videos made me wanna go out there and shoot more too. Thanks 🙏🏻
@Teluguphotoshopguruji3 жыл бұрын
also im alented man
@iangordicans87633 жыл бұрын
very enjoyable, good job
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ian 🤙🏻
@fjalls3 жыл бұрын
Before watching the video, damn that thumbnail photo is amazing.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. 🤘🏻
@blackxthink3 жыл бұрын
Alright, you just earned a new subscriber. I love at the end how i was not thinking or comparing to Joel Sternfeld anymore. 10/10
@jimkamradt83873 жыл бұрын
Bryan, I can relate to your comment about being timid or self conscious about shooting on the street. Even after years of shooting weddings I have the same feelings. Now I just stifle that and push on. It doesn't go away but I try to concentrate on what I'm doing. Thanks again Jim
@cdgarcia3 жыл бұрын
Great commentary man 👊🏼
@LewisCooley3 жыл бұрын
This was outstanding.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Lewis 🙌🏻
@mmh533 жыл бұрын
really great portraits man!
@LarryParamedic13 жыл бұрын
Your video just happened to be a random popup, I liked it. I'm now subscribed.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Very cool. Glad you found it!
@KyleMcDougall3 жыл бұрын
Such a great video, Bryan. Love hearing your thoughts about your work. Love that environmental portrait! Also, Joel’s work is incredible. That first image has so much depth.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kyle! I saw you a couple vids ago getting some portraits in. Excited to see more from you. 🤘🏻
@DogsandFilm3 жыл бұрын
Amazing shots! Amazing channel!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@iain98873 жыл бұрын
I love your work, Bryan! The Google Street view tip is incredible - what an awesome way to scope out some neat places to shoot. Thank you!
@jameshammond893 жыл бұрын
Cameron Whitman is a photographer I follow on the usual socially media channels. His work from Maryland and beyond is a constant source of inspiration for me.
@diordrama3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful portrait dude.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏻
@Vincent.Morreale3 жыл бұрын
I have been inspired by Renoir for landscapes and Vermeer for portraits ever since I was an undergrad.
@nicolasceron82942 жыл бұрын
Que buen trabajo!
@vintagephotographer3 жыл бұрын
I love the idea of finding inspiration in other photographers' work. It's a great way to see beyond the mundane and find some great pictures. This is my favourite channel right now and I'm looking forward to more from you in a similar vein. Keep up the great work and thank you for sharing!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! That means a lot.
@doogster073 жыл бұрын
Great work man!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@RamonLinares3 жыл бұрын
I am enjoying seeing you progressing as a photographer and how you share your learnings along the way. Keep going!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
I intend to show the ups and downs the whole way through. Thanks Ramon 🖤
@vincenzomariano92353 жыл бұрын
Love your work man, keep it up!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude. Love your name. Haha
@vincenzomariano92353 жыл бұрын
@@BryanBirks hahaha that's a first but I'll take it!
@NunoAlmeidaPhotography3 жыл бұрын
This was really inspiring. I took ages to create my channel because my anxiety kept holding me back, for numerous reasons. I still waste a ton of time when shooting videos, because I keep repeating the same scenes over and over, as "they're never good enough". It's nice to know that there are other people out there overcoming these similar issues and being able to create such awesome content. Thank you!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Happens to us all at some point. Just focus on little things to improve. Glad your got something out of it!
@Steezysterling3 жыл бұрын
Another great video Bryan! I can really tell you put a bunch of effort into making these, it doesn't go unnoticed. I do too love taking pictures of cars, but your videos have inspired me to try and make a portrait of the owner when I see them with their car.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Love to hear that. I love a good car pic but people are missing out on the owners. The stories they tell... Appreciate the support Sterling 🤘🏻
@Luudite3 жыл бұрын
Pretty cool video man. First one of yours I have seen, looking forward to others coming up :)
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@alifashrareza3 жыл бұрын
Good lord this is a good video. Good job man, keep it up. Just subscribed 👏🏾
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@PhilonPrim3 жыл бұрын
Your videos and Braes make me so happy man. So god damn happy. Keeps my day going keeps my week going, keeps me shooting through my lens
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
You hear that Brae? People like us and we make them happy. Haha seriously though, I love to hear that.
@chrisfrenchyandme300003 жыл бұрын
Google search, what a great idea, thank you, great work BTW.
@steveb21453 жыл бұрын
Great work. Seems like your on a direction to find your own message. It is not easy taking photos in public, the vulnerability, feeling of being judged, but your finding a good way around that. The world is waiting to be photographed and nobody can stop you. keep up the inspiring work.
@DeanRTaylor3 жыл бұрын
If more people watched your videos there would be less hatred in the world. These are so well put together, relaxing and i love the message around getting out of your comfort zone/pushing yourself to do something you wouldn't usually do. The intro could have been taken from a movie.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate that! I’ve learned the most in times when I get out and do something that challenges me.
@robvisualstreetphotography3 жыл бұрын
It is worth the sweat to overcome your fear. I say this coming from the same feeling and I am still missing some shots because I overthink the situation too much. Do it and feel the change inside you! You feel like happiest person in the whole universe.
@MakersTeleMark3 жыл бұрын
9:06 bravo
@reidhaithcock3 жыл бұрын
Huge fan of Sternfeld's work. For a more recent book with a similar vibe check out Somewhere Along the Line by Joshua Dudley Greer.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Definitely another inspiration for me. I’ve been looking at his work a ton. Very Sternfeld-like.
@rumblerodz133 жыл бұрын
The detailed shots and story that goes along really shine in this video Bryan..well done and you can tell that timidness is quickly going away in your work..really starting to see a “ style “ happening man. Keep these coming,an inspiration to get out and get creative with photography..and I’m all for that 🙌🏼
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude. Means a lot. Starting to finally have a goal with each shot and that’s a good feeling!
@dialac13 жыл бұрын
That squarespace mention 😂
@analogmyke6463 жыл бұрын
Loved the video, definitely a new sub. I am not from the US so nothing seems ‘mondane’ to me. All those old cars and abandoned places/buildings seem so cool to photograph! Cheers
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
I definitely need to remember that not everyone is from America. Haha Thanks for the kind words!
@rockhills3 жыл бұрын
The way you blur out the background when out filming yourself is perfect. It adds something ethereal to the video. I think somehow it conveys that your out trying to get over your timidness but also trying to focus on the task.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
I initially did it just so the viewer focuses on what I’m doing but I like you’re reasoning better. Haha
@orcunyerlikaya34883 жыл бұрын
I think you are a great videographer.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Means a lot.
@lukestrege5023 жыл бұрын
Dude love how you keep honing in on your style. This was great.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Only takes me months or years to find it. Haha thanks dude.
@chadolson5537 Жыл бұрын
Large format can be a struggle bus for sure. We were shooting wet plate collodion in school and I had a hard time getting everything in focus. It was the only time in that class that I got a B on an assignement. Have you looked at Vivian Maire's work? I also really like Nathan Pierce, Sarah Christianson, and then the obvious ones like William Eggleston, Ansel Adams. I also like Joe Greer.
@brianorakpohit3 жыл бұрын
That first shot of the tops of the cars is superb. The Squarespace joke straight after was very current and funny.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude. Always gotta poke fun 😎
@brianorakpohit3 жыл бұрын
@@BryanBirks Actually I enjoyed this whole video more than any photography vid I've seen for a while. The full body LF colour shot of the long haired man was exceptional. You're really starting to nail 4x5 Bryan.
@stephenwdunn67123 жыл бұрын
Another outstanding film. I really look forward to your work coming out.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for always supporting Stephen !
@lilyangell99343 жыл бұрын
the portraits at the end are really moving, love that you can see a few of his hairs stuck to his scruffy chin. super inspiring, thanks for sharing!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Lily! 🤘🏻
@RobMoses3 жыл бұрын
I gotta try large format. Good video.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
I highly recommend at least trying it. It’s very addictive.
@SISSI_LU3 жыл бұрын
MOOD
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
MOOOOOOD 🐄
@SISSI_LU3 жыл бұрын
@@BryanBirks lollll 😂 but seriously, love the aesthetics on your photos AND your videos! Such an inspiration ✨ Been following you on IG for quite awhile now, feel free to check out our channel and our personal accounts (@sissi_lu @jaeseey @d.harrisbrooks). Xx UNDER DVLP
@sebastiantesta47802 жыл бұрын
That intro was so funny hahaha
@nickdeak3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding Bryan. Really like what you’ve been doing and where you are going
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it Nick 🙌🏻
@MikeGrayFilm3 жыл бұрын
Setting the standard Bryan. I love it. Great work bro!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude. Appreciate it 🤘🏻
@mathieurabary3 жыл бұрын
This video is so good Bryan! Loved hearing your thoughts with the relaxing music in the background + the very nice cinematography at the beginning :)
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mathieu!
@samatkinsphotography3 жыл бұрын
This video is absolute soul food for the mind and body. I use video and digital film and photography professionally for my day job but since the beginning of the year I’ve blown off the dust from my film cameras and have been shooting mainly 35mm and 120 film. It’s been incredibly cathartic and I’ve enjoyed slowing down and just actually being in the environment around me as opposed to always just passing through it.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that! Thanks for watching Sam.
@TheItalianNomad3 жыл бұрын
Production quality is really impressive, thank you for all the effort
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@ZainRiza3 жыл бұрын
that 210mm portrait. damn.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Hadn’t used that lens much but it’s definitely calling my name now.
@NorbiWhitney3 жыл бұрын
Been a fan of your work on various internet platforms for a while, but I’m ashamed to say this is the first time I’ve sat down to watch your video. First off - that page turn transition was delicious! Definitely an interesting point about tastes changing. There are a bunch of personal shots I didn’t like, until I saw other people take similar shots, which I reacted quite positively to, and then I suddenly liked my own work more. Thanks for a great video!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Pleasure to have you here! Thanks for watching.
@joelbenguigui20163 жыл бұрын
It’s really interesting this comment on anxiety of going out in the street and pulling the 4x5 out of the bag and capturing life in a slower pace. Very nice to see your photography change and shift, going deeper and more thoughtful. Cheers mate!
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joel!
@joelbenguigui20163 жыл бұрын
@@BryanBirks Welcome buddy!
@terryroth28553 жыл бұрын
Most enjoyable Bryan. I’ve recently gotten back into shooting 35mm. Photographers, like yourself, have a way of showing some of us that there is a tremendous amount of subject matter available to us, if we take the time to look. Thanks for sharing.👍👍
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Terry!
@montycraig56592 жыл бұрын
You should check out Daryl Jones in southern Indiana.
@barneyarthur46153 жыл бұрын
such an incredible video, production in the intro was insane and the shot at 8:58 is one of my favourites ive seen from you.
@BryanBirks3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Barney! One of my favorites as well. Everything came together...except that front tilt. Haha
@railroadcam3 жыл бұрын
Very cool!! They're beautiful pictures. I just started learning wet plate collodion with a 4x5 camera. I haven't taken outside in public yet. I have anxiety too so I feel you:) At least you don't need a tent with you! LOL I'm looking forward to more videos:))