Perfect Exposure & Metering made EASY - Photography Course 4/10

[@grahamwalker3819]

Can't believe there are so few likes for this series of tutorials. Been scouring youtube for photography vids for about 9 months now and these are by far the best I've come across.

[@adventurouseater]

I agree!

[@ricky.ssimon4366]

REALLY the best!!

[@matthiaswiegand1654]

Yes, even an in-person course I took can not keep up with this. Partially because I was completely new to photography, partially because video is a better medium to visualize pictures than photocopied handouts in b/w are, but surely because the lecture is well thought out and consistent in every detail. Maybe slowing down a bit while talking would make it even better: The passion to cram a lot of information in a short video is graspable, but we'll watch this if it's a minute longer.

[@dreamingrightnow1174]

Right? Nice pace, concise and practical information for the beginner, but also great for filling in gaps (Ty: metering and histogram) for the intermediate student.

[@dreamingrightnow1174]

@@matthiaswiegand1654 Agreed. It's closer to private lessons because you can pause it or slow it down when needed.

[@trevorrobinson56254]

Finally there is a tutor who explains photography simply, cleary and without overloading information. As a qualified and experienced trainer and assessor I'm appreciating this channel. Great work.

[@MA-jm3fu]

So much hard work has gone behind the scenes to present this easily digestible material. Five stars for content and delivery.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Im so glad you appreciate it. Cheers man!

[@LaMapy]

Could anyone really top your tutorials? Doubt it. Everything is on point: language, tone, pace, info, analogies, examples, the lot! You explain well, in ways that are easy to understand even to the non-technically savvy and keep one engaged throughout. Thanks for sharing your knowledge the way you do.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a lovely message to say thanks =) I appreciate it.

[@CynthiaM88]

Its incredible how much information is in this video, and you explain everything in a way that’s so easy to understand. Amazing content!

[@billwdwc]

Best explanation of a camera I've come across ... WEll done can't believe this is FREE! . Thanks again excellent teacher

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

You're welcome!

[@skatestunt]

You are the best instructor. I have learned more in just one class than past 3 years trying figure out how things work.the way you simply explain and all the animations are amazing. Also you explain so simply so everyone can understand, not everyone is a pro . So thank you for simplifying and explain so clearly. Awesome videos .i have recommended these to all of student on my photography class.

[@ckccatkittencare9132]

You make things so easy to understand. Watched many tutorials but your lectures are interesting yet easily understandable especially due to the exmples you show in the run time. LOVE from Pakistan

[@exitrow767]

This instructor is amazingly clear. He truly teaches and he knows his subject. I am extremely thankful, I found his videos. Thank you very much!!!

[@shelleymartin1775]

This is a fabulous tutorial thank you. I have watched about 32 million and none of them have clicked with me like this one did. So easy to understand. Thank you.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

You're very welcome! That's kind of you to take the time to say so, I appreciate it =)

[@hollyblue5320]

I've spent three weeks in an in person photography class being confused. I wish I'd found these tutorials before I signed up as they've been a lot more helpful. The info in tutorials 2,3,4 have not been covered in class, and they contain aspects I've been wondering about for a long time, and which I feel are incredibly helpful before moving on to shutter speed and aperture control. Thank you very much! You seem to fit so much into these tutorials, you must have been thinking and planning them for a while before making them. What a lot of work has gone into them, with the end result being something so simple and easily understood. Amazing!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks! Thats great to hear! And yes you're right, each of these sections are pretty info-dense and refined as much as I could over about 7 years of teaching this same course in person, always tweaking and improving .... until I decided to stop doing them in person and just put it online for free! Was best move ever, now people from all over the world can see it and some still come on photo tours or buy my course booklet in support etc =)

[@guyshenpendawa]

The best tutorials I found on the web. Very WELL DONE. Thanks.

[@isamal-abbasi2392]

What kinda of a sico actually would dislike this video!! It's the best of the best. Thank you so much Chris for taking the time and effort to put on these amazing tutorials online for FREE! God bless you man, stay safe 🙏🏻

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it! haha, I agree with you! But I am bias haha =)

[@hernanperez912]

Your ability to explain it simple is remarkable,

[@lindaanderson4721]

Love your way of simple to understand teaching. Learned so much from your tutorials and have been doing photography for years.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Great to hear!

[@sadenb]

Finally a channel that is not a gear review but a real class of taking good photos.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

=) Thanks!

[@whitedovenc]

I'm taking photography lessons right now and watching youtube to better my knowledge. This is the best tutorial I have come across, thank you and keep up the good work pls.

[@mattb4576]

Im a youtube junkie when it comes to learning. I've watched tens of thousands of tutorials and yours are hands down the best I've ever seen. Well done.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks very much Matt! =) That's kind of you to write. Please help me build some followers by sharing these videos if you can! =) Im slowly putting all the remaining videos on KZbin, but they are already all available on my website for $5/each to stream... =)

[@HawkerChessVideos3]

I have always been wary of digital SLRs as being too complicated but your simple and easy to follow instruction has inspired me to buy my first one! Can't wait for the rest of the videos and have put myself on a waiting list for your day long course to run in Canberra. Thank you.

[@josephcbatty5726]

I have look all over the net to find a good video on Photograph and Chris Bray is the best I have come across.

[@Daded231]

Watching these videos made everything click! Great stuff! Thank you! Looking forward to finishing this series!

[@southernscribe]

You are absolutely the best photography instructor on the web! Thank you for your KZbin tutorials. You've saved me so much time.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Great to hear, thanks very much Lisa! Come on one of our photo tours maybe oneday!? =)

[@southernscribe]

@@ChrisBrayPhotography Yes, definitely! It's on my list of things to do one day. :)

[@annavermond4638]

Excellent. Outstanding delivery of content. Delivered in concise bullets of informations without the waffle. Learnt so much in such a short space of time instead of scouring around and having to skip through long winded explanations or sign up to courses which want payment upfront for free trials. Beautifully transparent - a free course which is so valuable in terms of content i would happily pay for future courses to advance further knowing that this Chris truly knows how to teach. Thank you!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks for your kind words Anna =)

[@patrickhellemans4846]

Patrick H. You are a highly gifted teacher! I’ve rarely seen better than this. I wished I could sit in a classroom and you standing in front and making me a better photographer every minute (although your videos are doing the same job). So well done!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks Patrick! =) I appreciate it - it helps make it worthwhile =) You might also find the course booklet that goes with the video series handy too (either the physical book, or the iBook, both available on chrisbrayphotography.com/) along with my summary clip-cards (or app!). Thanks very much for your support, have a great week & keep practicing! Maybe we can meet one day if you join one of my photo tours around the world? =)

[@patrickhellemans4846]

@@ChrisBrayPhotography Thank you Chris. The booklet and clip-cards are already on the way to Belgium!

[@ahmedalij1988]

Best photography lessons in KZbin 👍👍👌

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Glad you think so!

[@JustYa_boyjuste]

Very good info. This is a video for everyone who is starting out. Next best thing to getting a personal teacher.

[@DianneCarrington]

Chris, you are without a doubt THE BEST teacher for camera settings I have EVER seen. There is only one problem. I think I will have to call my adult kids and have them put a time limit on my screen time ... I can't stop watching and I am not getting my work done!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

LOL. Screen time fail! =P Just buy my book on the course instead, then you can read even when the kids ban you from the screen! =P

[@Stone1108]

I paused this video about a minute in. I just couldn't wait to tell you just how hard the penny dropped for me in understanding exposure. A big thanks you Chris. BTW I've binge watched your video's, learning so much, I'll watch again and learn the way you intended though (the best way to learn, by engaging with the camera and experiencing). Your presentation is very good.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Haha thanks - I love a good 'ah ha!!!!' moment! =) Perfect. =) I appreciate it - it helps make it worthwhile =) You might also find the course booklet that goes with the video series handy too (either the physical book, or the iBook, both available on chrisbrayphotography.com/) along with my summary clip-cards (or app!). Thanks very much for your support, have a great week & keep practicing! Maybe we can meet one day if you join one of my photo tours around the world? =)

[@re-unbox896]

Im watching all the ads on your videos because I appreciate what you are teaching. Oh and a like. Many thanks.

[@davidlessard3741]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!! I had fast forwarded past the section on Histograms on another video on KZbin just a few days ago because I dreaded having to figure it out. But you explained it very simply in a way I could understand. I also appreciate the segment on metering. I so appreciate you making these awesome videos. THANK YOU!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

You're welcome! Haha thats great! =) Im glad. Have a good week!

[@maxdilly99]

Simple and perfect explanations in terms of exposure and metering. By far the best tutorial on youtube!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Im glad you think so! =)

[@rblanche5634]

Finally and easy and simple explanation about histogram, how it works and how to use it. Fantastic Photography course. Thanks Chris

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

You're welcome! Histograms are actually super easy and useful hey!

[@sashabajwa21]

There is so much online and a lot of youtube videos make me feel like my head is all over the place but you have introduced the basics to me in such a calm manner that I actually feel like I am getting a hold of this stuff.. Thanks Chris!! Stellar series

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks Sasha! Im glad!

[@piavanzyl7435]

It's an amazing thing to be doing, empowering so many people with understanding and therefore confidence to do what makes them happy! Thank you for taking the time to make this series!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thank you Pia, that's lovely

[@PauliMoffatt]

Excellent Job. I've taken several photography courses. This was very concise. I will pass this onto friends who would like to learn DSLR (and Mirrorless) fundamentals. This focuses on the essential photography techniques and not on all the new (really not that important) features that today's cameras have.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Awesome, thank you! Thanks for helping share it to your friends too, I really appreciate it!

[@sadafmansoor607]

so i have seen this tutorial thrice and when you actually hold a real camera you have to come up again listen to each instruction and try it while listening . it makes it more worthwhile . thank you chris i dont have a real camera right now but u have inspired me to get one because there are amazing teachers like you .

[@justmick1020]

Your tutorial video are very helpful, for the past 3 months I found myself interesting in photography and making KZbin videos and I search "photography course " on KZbin and your videos are the first one pop up. Keep up the good work.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Great to hear!

[@tobineppard8704]

Completely agree with Graham's comments below. Reminded me (and with great accuracy) what I had forgotten since my last photography class.. now that I am not using fully manual film types anymore, I had to re-learn how these digital types "work", so to speak. GREAT tutorials - well designed learning. Cheers..

[@arielatomhc]

I am just recapping what i know to sharpen up my knowledge and these videos just made that recap a whole lot easier. Thanks.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Awesome, thank you!

[@ShyamRonline]

One of the best. The best tutorials. I would say. which everyone interested in photography should watch. Thanks for making this accessible for free on youtube. Appreciate it.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks Shyam! =) I appreciate it - it helps make it worthwhile =) You might also find the course booklet that goes with the video series handy too (either the physical book, or the iBook, both available on chrisbrayphotography.com/) along with my summary clip-cards (or app!). Thanks very much for your support, have a great week & keep practicing! Maybe we can meet one day if you join one of my photo tours around the world? =)

[@kitwilliams2159]

Great clear tutorial Chris - many thanks - superb teaching mode and voice at a speed that allows the listener and watcher to actually hear and understand what you are saying. Most good photographers speak so fast that it is impossible to understand what they are saying or they continually throw their arms about, take off a jumper, clapping hands etc! Really enjoyed this video - thanks again.

[@nirmalvarma3386]

Great set of videos. Really love the presentation. It is technical enough but very practice-oriented and not too condensed. I like your approach where you coax your listener to actually try things instead of getting too focused on minor details. Truly inspiring.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks so much!

[@mahendrarawat8377]

Simple way of explaining things, only a person with good insight on the subject can do it. You deserve atleast 2M subscribers. Come on people....

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Yeah come on guys!!!! lol. =P Thanks for the vote of confidence! =)

[@klarazymonova7057]

I love your videos! Everything you are explaining is clear and straight to the point. By far the best tutorials I have found.

[@zombie266]

The best introductory class in photography. End of. Logical, organized, and simple - may be it is the engineer in Chris. Thank you!

[@garycluse7096]

Finally, everything explained in an understandable way. Cheers

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

You're welcome Gary!

[@garycluse7096]

@@ChrisBrayPhotography did a short course learning abit ISO, Aperture and shutter speed. Lots to earn, but I believe that I have found my passion.

[@sallyseligman9894]

What a brilliant teacher you are! New to cameras and watching a ton of content on KZbin. This is by far the most comprehensive course I have found! Thank you SO much!

[@rajethzachariah1504]

This is hands down the best tutorial on metering and histograms..I was always left confused after all the other tutorials on histograms that I watched...but this one just cleared everything for me..histogram is finally my best friend..

[@peeonpatodd420]

I have been binge watching this series, and so far I am seriously impressed with you! These videos are very informative, and your voice and disposition are very welcoming, friendly, and relaxing.

[@douglascusine2657]

Excellent because of the very clear explanations in all the tutorials.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Glad to hear that!

[@luv2save1]

This is incredibly helpful and easy to understand. I'm in school and have a photography class and the info in this video made these modes, especially f-stop, make more sense. I actually practiced the aperture mode while watching and YES I could see the difference in the depth of field. THANK YOU!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks very much =) Part # 6 (Shutter Speed & Movement) and # 7 (ISO) are now on our website chrisbrayphotography.com/learn/ for $5 each for a week's rental/viewing. You can also get the course handbook (as a physical book, or we just released it as an iBook to on the Apple iBook store), and the summary clip cards. If you've enjoyed the free series to far, please help support me finishing editing together the final 3 videos! =) I'd really appreciate it. Thanks!

[@florencemartinez691]

Thank you soo much for making these videos. I finally understand what all the buttons on my camera are for and how to use them.🙏🏻

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

You're welcome Florence! Thanks for saying thanks!

[@gauravparashar2383]

The way of presenting the information through the animation is really great. One can forget by listening but the way you have presented the aperture and light falling into the bucket is unforgettable. Loved it!!

[@noimewhitehead3714]

I've just got my bridge camera (Canon Powershot SX540 HS) and I have been watching your videos to learn how to use it. Your teaching is very comprehensive. You can't make it easier and simpler. Thank you!!!

[@BasariStudios]

Thanks Chris. I've watched literary thousands of this type of videos. Your Videos are actually the ONLY ones i actually learnt Photography.

[@sams_3d_stuff]

We don't deserve this for free!! You're the besttt.

[@selenefee7801]

So appreciative of the info you impart and the way you impart it Chris. Really helpful and encourages me rather than confuses or bombard me. Thank you so much

[@beckybourland7107]

Gratitude. You explain things in a way that makes sense. I did 365 Project for several years then took time off. In that time I’ve had sone short term memory issues and feel I have totally forgotten how to use my camera. YOU are helping me so much to remember in am way that I am remembering. Bless you, Thank you,

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Wonderful! Thank yoiu!

[@andrewbradley1044]

Just purchased the D500, with a 200mm-500mm nikkor lens. As it's a joint Christmas and birthday present, I'm not using it till then. So I've been watching your videos, trying to get a better understanding of the basics, again. I must say your videos are clear and understandable. I've enjoyed watching them and hopefully when I eventually get to grips, with my new, upgrade, I will be able to carry out these terrific tips, you give out. Thanks Chris!! 👍

[@judithwilson6213]

I've been watching videos by all kinds of people for weeks and getting more and more confused. Thank you, thank you, thank you Chris Bray.

[@markchen5710]

good way to explain this without going into stops of light and how to compensate to stops / calculations.

[@surendrannerayil9491]

I seen lots of photography videos on youtube but the way you explain things fantabulous.

[@Elena-rw9ys]

one of the best photography teaching videos I've watched on youtube!!

[@costinha1977]

By far the best photo tutorial videos I have found... you make it so easy to understand everything. Keep up the good work...

[@francescaper2728]

Thank you so much, you are relieving the stress coming from bad days of my life and quarantine reclusion, sharing at the same time useful quality contents ❤ TY

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

You are so welcome

[@tarekmahmud4459]

This course deserves more appreciation ❤️❤️

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

I agree, lol. But I might be bias. Haha. =) Please help tell people for me!

[@herminigildojakosalem8664]

Very good. I've always been at a loss whenever I heard the term "middle-grey" (thinking of grey as a color and never in terms of brightness or darkness) in any of the photography videos I've previously watched here but now that in this (above) video I learn that "middle-gray" means mid-brightness (middle point from the darkest to the brightest) it is all clear to me now and much easier to comprehend. Also, this video has contributed a lot to understanding how my camera processes exposure. Thank you.

[@RG-jl6lt]

Chris is very good...he explained seems complicated subject (for me) in a very simple understandable way. Thanks for the video!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks very much!

[@KrishnaRajBhattarai]

Just wanna say THANK YOU for doing this. I am learning a lot from your videos :)

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Happy to hear that!

[@electricianwwrd4693]

These are fantastic training/tutorial videos, thanks for the help Chris.

[@8Stream]

Incredibly valuable information taught in such a simple way! Thank you so much! The best tutorial I've come across!

[@nawal4828]

This series of tutorials is the most useful I came across on KZbin Really I can't thank you enough for your enormous effort !!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Youre so welcome!

[@sahilsharma88]

One of the best lesson I have found on exposure and metering. Kudos to you and I would love to see more views for this.Subscribed.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Awesome, thank you! =)

[@undefeatedgaul3201]

I can’t tell you how much I appreciate these. Really phenomenal job I’ve learned so much already 🙏🏼 fantastic teacher

[@nayelischoice]

Omg... why are you so f*** awesome. You make so much sense. The examples you give us... you’re a genius.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

LOL. =P Thanks for such a rave review! =)

[@scentomania7226]

Your videos about photography are very usefull. I watched many videos but yours are simple and great.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@ChakraWielder]

Fantastic tutorial series Chris! Thank you so much for these clear, concise walkthroughs.

[@antigonaislami1751]

Thank you for the wonderful course, I learned a lot of things from you.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

You're very welcome!

[@CS-yc6qp]

So professional and educative thank you for sharing

[@curativabay1988]

You're Awesome !! This is the best tutorial for beginners like me. It's very helpful. I love you . Thank you so much.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks Willia! =) Keep it up!

[@deepaksinha7444]

Sir You are just too good. After going thru your Photography course, my interest in photography has been rekindled.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

So good to hear! =) Keep it up! Take a look on my website www.ChrisBrayPhotography.com for heaps of other free photography tips and tutorials!

[@chengsbond3769]

Thank you Chris. You have done an excellent job! It's unbelievable!

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Glad you liked it!

[@TheJosa007]

What a great analogy of the exposure and the paint cans. Thank you very much. practice, practice, practice.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Im glad you liked that one! =) I appreciate it - it helps make it worthwhile =) You might also find the course booklet that goes with the video series handy too (either the physical book, or the iBook, both available on chrisbrayphotography.com/) along with my summary clip-cards (or app!). Thanks very much for your support, have a great week & keep practicing! Maybe we can meet one day if you join one of my photo tours around the world? =)

[@helensugrue2671]

Such a great teacher. The best I've come across.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks very much =)

[@AidensFarm24]

This is the best series of videos I have found on all of KZbin!

[@isaac2874]

Chris) Once again, want to tell you that this is one of the #BestTutorialsOnPhotography ! Thank you ! I'm going to watch this over and over again

[@michaelmacdonald2907]

At 10:15 " . . . but back on a real camera . . . " No worries, just funny that's all. Thanks for the help. Knew much of this all ready ( film & garage dark rooms ) (glad that's over !!) but you brought it all together very nicely. Great delivery.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Haha Cheers mate =) Thanks.

[@vangaakkireddy4223]

So great attitude cherry bro ur lecture is super about photography ,glad to meet u Today .

[@shownakchakma3077]

This is the best explanation I have ever seen, Just unbelievable teaching quality by sir Chris Bray. Thank U so so much..stay safe always to keep us enlightened..

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thank you, I will

[@TwoFourCharlie007]

This series is brilliant Chris, I’m a total newbie and these tutorials have been put across in a real easy way to understand, Thank you

[@anjaliagrawal4095]

It's all so well explained. It's made so easy. Thank you Chris.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Thanks!

[@CNoel]

This guy is amazing during quarantine I was bored so decided it would be cool to learn photography and he made it so fun and easy to learn, now absolutely love photography.

[@prasannakumar-sunny]

I have been through your videos... they are absolutely awesome!!!

[@stevenfortier4479]

Wow, this was very helpful. I had issues trying to understand histograms and how to work with them. Thank you. Very helpful.

[@ChrisBrayPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jksureshmech]

The best tutorial for photography in youtube..thanks man

[@NICojUanes]

excellent video series. thanks so much for making it free for us!

[@sarantislahanis5244]

One of the best photo tutors , if not the best.Thank you Chris !!!

[@bossrabbit]

Excellent series, information is delivered accurately and concisely. Should be noted that spot metering is particualrly useful for night photography. Source: I shot vehicle light trails, using a long exposure in Piccadilly Circus last night and got perfectly exposed photos using spot metering.

[@dimalerman2102]

Chris thanks you very much for this free video course.Once again you explained everything so precised and wonderfully!

[@twinsane1998]

I'm taking a college course and have looked at other video's and read articles but you make it simple to understand. Thank you, you explain things very well. Had to lol at the "back on a real camera".