Yes officer, I get paid to do this...

[@pdarnold481]

Wow! Thank you for sharing this video. Love the music, it fits perfectly. You always inspire me to go out and shoot more often and to find those random artistic pieces of decay.

[@GavinSeim]

We owe the harassments of these people roaming out streets in uniforms no explications and we need to fight to not be questions or give answers to people harassing us for documenting.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

It wasn't a big deal

[@GavinSeim]

@@AndrewGoodCamera I know bro but that's because your chill cool dude. Still a lot of people have been arrested, even beaten or shot for the same thing. So as a society it's a big deal that everyone has the ablity to move freely and document.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

What do you mean by document?

[@grantthomposn2764]

Excellent video! I was surprised by how much the music added to the mood of the video. One of your best videos.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Thanks!

[@bardofhighrenown]

What a timely video! I finally had the cops called on me for doing night photography tonight. The officer was very nice about it and seemed to know what the situation was before he pulled up. I find it particularly odd that in an era where everyone is constantly photographing everything, it is somehow disturbing if you do it with a camera that can't make phone calls. I also just ordered myself a musical keyboard, I have realized how big an impact music makes when I'm out taking photos. I feel like if you can align the two it really helps you see the photos you're trying to take. So I always have 'vibe' music playing that aligns with the feel of the photos I want to get and it motivated me to attempt to create some of my own. I felt like the music you used really added something to the photo presentation that has been absent from previous times you've done it in videos and I think it's a wonderful idea.

[@alexfrederickson1540]

Andrew! THIS is the most beautiful, most meaningful piece of work you have ever done, in my humble opinion. The music fitted so absolutely perfectly to your astonishing images and video. I’m not going to lie, it brought tears to my eyes, my friend, and I am so glad you’re doing this full-time now. Your reviews are fantastic, but this is other level stuff. Do more, maybe for clients if you want to go that road, but do more. Consider yourself well and truly commissioned! 🤩😍

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

:) Thanks for your kind words and support, as always.

[@kenlamb4430]

This is fantastic, thank you for sharing. Love the idea of commissioning music to work from and the shots are quite nice. Definitely some inspiration in what you are doing.

[@PrimeStudios]

Having been hassled by my fair share of Police, the thing I actually find most disturbing is that she relaxed when you told her you were doing it for profit. Like...is it criminal to just do street or documentary photography just because? I guess what I'm saying is, I don't like how everything in our society becomes ok as long as it's for profit. I feel it cheapens the inherent value of the photography itself; the act of recording the reality of our environment simply because we want to. Perhaps I'm romanticizing photography too much!

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Very good point.

[@kennygo8300]

I'm not a KZbin personality... but I do this kind of thing... I thought the exact same thing you did. Why isn't it okay to just be me, making my art?

[@arvidjohansson3120]

US law enforcement is peculiar to say the least. They don’t get enough education or training. 21 weeks is the average length in the USA. Compare that to my home country Sweden were police are trained for 2.5 years, then are mandatory paid interns for half a year before graduating. Still we get less friendly officers here to.

[@bardofhighrenown]

Usually when I'm confronted by someone that is upset for whatever reason that I'm taking photos the first question is usually about if I'm doing it as a professional. I'm not sure why people ask this, but it is my hunch that what they are actually looking for is oversight. If you're doing it for a job then it must be okay because someone is clearly monitoring your output. It's a control thing. Those people are made uncomfortable that they do not have control over what you're doing

[@PnutButterJellyTime]

Really liked this project! Your right the music gave it even more contrast. I’m sure you and your son made some unforgettable memories as well.

[@rossjones2439]

I truly fell in love with this vid from the beginning... just so good and so inspiring. There is alot of old vs new where I live. I will now capture it.

[@behindeachfilmgrain]

Things like this use to happen to me all the time, but lucky for me…most officers know me by name only because we know each other. Small town vibes are a whole different ball game as you might know everyone know everyone in these small towns. Night time photography has its moments and your photos you captured look amazing! Great job buddy! Stay safe!

[@keepacheerfulheart669]

Great concept - music, video & photos all hit the spot.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Thanks!

[@Bloggerky]

Impressive work. Happy to see you able to concentrate on an artistic project more fully than your Fuji channel permitted in the past, where algorithm metrics forced a lot of hardware reviews (which were well done but not the same as out-in-the-field photography).. This video, enhanced by the music of "Everything Fades," is a good format for presenting your series of well-crafted southwest decay photos.

[@hepgeoff]

Great stuff, Andrew! Really loved the soundtracks! Images were fantastic, too! Thanks for posting.

[@lukemerrill1272]

Beautiful work Andrew!

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Thanks!

[@BloodyHooliganism]

Anyone else notice the Honda Acty peeking out of the garage at 10:30? Andrew, I really enjoy your art and your video content. Keep up the great work!

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Thanks!

[@_trismegistus]

God forbid you're out in PUBLIC, existing, doing nothing illegal. Best response is "am I being detained?" - if no, then go about your business and ignore them. If yes, keep your mouth SHUT. It is not illegal to exist in public, no matter what time of day. They are trained to be suspicious, and to try to trick you into admitting something suspicious.

[@AzrielKnight]

Couple things. First off I love how you're not afraid to crop it however you like. I am also super into the music, but not surprised on how it turned out with what you paid. I'm assuming you'll use these tracks again. One and done seems pretty expensive.:P

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Yeah definitely. The Everything Fades song I may use as a sort of intro/ theme song. Haven't thought it through yet. And as for cropping, the 65:34 is near and dear to my heart. That's the ratio I'm working on my photo book for.

[@mozmozbooks8925]

Love the music and flow of the video, great work !

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Thanks!

[@aaronclinesmith2286]

I lived in Kingman for 3 years, and I really wish I was into photography while I lived there. So many fond memories, and wonderful people.

[@jaygreer7430]

Wow! Very cool project. Well done!

[@kennygo8300]

Everything Fades... does make it better. The music is worth the add-on.

[@ryanbeer5262]

I got stopped once while I was in college, showed my school ID all was good. Like the mailbox photo. The 20s on the bread truck was awesome.

[@adamblack9837]

Love this. Especially the montage at the end. Hate the fact that the police officer was bugging you when you’ve done nothing wrong though.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I didn't mind. Just doing her job.

[@nemosgaze]

Does simply being out at night minding your own business make you look suspicious in the US? Damn.

[@just_A_Hack]

to answer your question, yes lol

[@Station9.75]

She was clearly bored and looking to make herself relevant.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Enjoyed it! We might try out that service.👍

[@paulasimson4939]

Loved this video. Beautiful mix of the how and why and then the final result. And thoughtful integration with your sponsor (congrats!). I wasn't there, so obviously I don't know how the interaction with the police officer actually went down, but from a distant perspective, it's not necessarily a bad thing that they are doing their job to serve and protect their community. And documentary photographer isn't easily understood by most people, but everyone knows and understands KZbin.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Yeah I don't hold anything against the officer.

[@rkgaustin]

1828 W. Camelback in Phoenix is an empty lot now.

[@gregstotts1638]

I liked both, but like Las Vegas, I think Kingman looked better at night. It's a world that most of us only rarely see. Great job Andrew.

[@WhoIsSerafin]

That quick video of you with the tripod does make you look suspicious 😂

[@timothykieper]

"My standard reply, "I prefer NOT to answer any questions"

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Yeah, but I've found that when smile and give them basic info, they tend to not want to take it out on you and whip out the handcuffs.

[@liemsters]

the colors/tone is a little diffferent, it appears the video tone is brighter than usual - saturation is less intense.

[@Eric1396]

All of those night shots were insaly good!

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Thanks!

[@stevemphoto]

Great photos! Are those shots cropped or panoramas? If cropped, are they Xpan aspect ratio?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Yeah cropped at the x-pan 65:24 ratio.

[@bambangwidjaja405]

God bless you my friend

[@CarlosLopezES]

I think that the problem it's not photography, it's USA...

[@bluejay3945]

More specific…,it’s Arizona. What a hell hole

[@mtcrun]

Andrew, you capture beauty in decay... I wonder how this project makes you feel, seeing this decay... Do you think these communities will revive or continue to decline? ...thank you always for the inspiration.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I think many rural communities will revive as remote working trend continues and folks look for more affordable communities to live in. But not all of them. And either way, the layers of decay will either rot away or be built over.

[@ericrjennings]

How’s that canon treating you?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Boring, but reliable. :)

[@ericrjennings]

@@AndrewGoodCamera images look good. If you’re getting what you need, the images matter in the end

[@samsen3965]

Yes, nights are mysterious. Nice experience and thanks for sharing however nothing wrong with what the police officer did. A lot of burgeries happen by people who are out at the wrong time and then have something that is in their backpack, handbag, or put in the car. In fact, my neighbor can witness how 4 times his catalytic converter was taken, each time for no more than 35 seconds of stay! btw did you mention you do modeling photography during the weekends too?! ;)

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I never said she was doing something wrong.

[@paperkay]

Ye, it used to suck. It used to be difficult to photograph street stuff, too. Now, though, you're almost weird if you DON'T do it 🤣

[@tomtakumi]

You became a 1st amendment auditor 😅.

[@Edwin1947D]

Looks like a thoroughly depressing place

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

"Well, I'm not saying I'd like to build a summer home here, but the trees are actually quite lovely."

[@samsen3965]

This makes it one of the best places for either night photography/HDR work/Rusty dusty Lovely photography. I would love to get the opportunity of living this.

[@ChrisFreitag]

I find your story remarkable. I too am in UX, at the same level you were. Watching what you went through and watching you walk away from another opportunity is inspiring. I’m not ready, my channel (www.youtube.com/@chrisfreitag) is only in the earliest months. Still a lot to learn, a lot to prove. But channels like yours make me consider the possible. Thank you!

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Best of luck in your journey!