Elevate your Photography with this Simple Approach

Have you ever found yourself aimlessly snapping photos, hoping one of them turns out just right? It’s time to change that approach. In my latest video, I dive into the skill of Shooting with Intention-a strategy that transforms your photography from a series of random shots into a well-crafted visual image.
Join me on a recent trip to Kilcrea Friary, where I put this technique into practice. From carefully choosing each composition to planning for the edit, I’ll show you how shooting with intention can elevate your work and ensure every shot contributes to your final masterpieces
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[@christian.irmler]

Hi Darren, what a location, just awesome! You got some amazing light in the shot at ~12:50 😉 Great episode, buddy! Nice greetings, Christian

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Thanks a lot , really appreciate that my friend !

[@RalphGoldsmith]

That's a beautiful building and great surroundings, lovely images and video

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Thank you very much buddy

[@thepiratecats801]

Always shoot with intention. :) That location looks almost perfect for Astrophotography, I can well imagine doing a star trails there.

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Yeah it great for sure although there are flood lights that are turned on so that kinda stops that idea for ideal but still possible ! Thanks for watching

[@errol1967]

That last photo is amazing...tnx for sharing.

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Glad you like it Thanks for watching

[@itsjustfilip]

Can't go wrong with Kilcrea Abbey! Hope you captured the squeeky sound of the iron gates as well. That sound is like out of worst horror movies 😂

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

It’s a class place for sure ! Never fails to deliver

[@WJMPhotography]

I was at Kilcrea last May. While I didn't have the best light, I was completely alone as the sun sank in the West. That whole corner of Ireland is gorgeous and I can't wait to come back! Thank you for sharing your marvelous videos of Ireland with us!

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Nice ! It’s a great place for a set and also nice for a rise too ! Thanks for watching Delighted you enjoyed it

[@DiarmuidODonovan]

Jaysus, i nearly got sick with the spinning drone footage. Lovely image from the rear of the friary, and glad to feature again :)

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

You must do great on rollercoasters

[@JeffreyTadlockPhotography]

Wonderful video. I really appreciate the picturing what you want the light and clouds to do and then waiting for it. Just makes the editing process so much easier if you let the conditions play into what you see! Well done!

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Thanks a million Man! Nice when it works out for sure ! Thanks for watching

[@LeePelling]

Really like the shot of the tram lines, works really well, lovely location . Take care mate !

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Hey Pal ! Good to see you Thank you very much Delighted you enjoyed it

[@johncarnahan4067]

Absolutely epic video Darren thank you for sharing your video and beautiful photos and drone footage really enjoyed watching. It's good to hear from DOD also

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Glad you enjoyed it John! Was great to play

[@leto_len]

Thank you, beautiful area beautiful images and drone view.

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Glad you enjoyed it Ann! Hope life down under is good

[@leto_len]

@@DarrenJSpoonley thanks, life was good till it started raining last night 😂

[@robertleem5643]

Stunning photos then when the drone went up, absolutely breath taking. Have been contemplating a drone for some time, might have to get one now

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Thank you very much ! you should

[@davidstewart3100]

I really enjoy your enthusiasm, keep up the good work..

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Thank you very much!

[@pathogan4854]

Hey Darren hope you and the family are keeping well and well rested after the holiday!! great location we have something similar not as big, Ballynafagh church here in Kildare well worth the visit if your ever up on the short grass !! great to see DOD his wedding photography is second to non !! I love the way the Cork speedy accent slips back in when your not talking to camera !! take care man !!

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Thank you very much Pat! Yeah I’ve heard of that place ! Was good to get the messer back on for sure :-) Thanks for watching

[@josebainakielorriagaarriet2066]

If I could, I would return to Ireland JUST to photograph, again, those ruined abbeys that gave off so much mystery and romanticism. I would even create an exclusive route for myself. It's been more than 35 years, but I can't forget ROCK OF CASHEL AT SUNSET, WITH NUMEROUS CROWS FLYING AROUND .

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Thank you very much yeah we have some great structures here, it’s a pity that most are derelict ! Thanks for watching Delighted you enjoyed it

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

Súper, nice fly

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Thanks

[@happymystic9800]

A very inspirational location and some fine images. ❤ … my list of places to visit in Ireland is growing longer and longer. 😮 … I am going to work through this list in September with two weeks of intentional photography around Donegal and Dingle. 😊

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Delighted you enjoyed it ! Great locations to shoot ! I wish you great light

[@Dreyno]

If you like photographing derelict abbeys and the like, you’ll never leave Ireland.

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

@@Dreyno #truestory

[@kenharnish5778]

Great video! So wonderful to see the interior of your country. Nothing against the seascapes but lm curious about the interior of your country. I appreciate the images and the wonderful drone footage.

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Glad you enjoyed it Ken

[@pascanlon1]

really enjoyed that,love the drone video as that is my main hobby well done

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Glad you enjoyed it! It worked well for this location Thanks for watching

[@StuartChapman193]

Great location I was there earlier this year when the farmer was ploughing those fields and visited the castle other side of the road

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

It’s full of great opportunities for sure Stuart! Did you go into the castle?

[@tonyb2760]

Beautiful countryside. Thanks for sharing

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Thank you too Tony

[@michellebullimore2277]

Wow, stunning shots.

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Many thanks!