Finding New Photography Projects

[@sawyerbush9581]

pls pls make self assignments a series. such a great idea and the photos from these two videos are incredible

[@billem16]

The photo in the window reflection was so cool. It looked like 2 paintings on a wall. More of this type of video please!

[@robbiemurrie7562]

That reflective image seems like one of those ones where you scan the negative and it’s just a joy to see come to life. I hope you print that in the darkroom because those colours are great.

[@paulschumacker9901]

For those of us who love photography, one of the challenges is finding interesting things to take pictures of. I can imagine that one of the challenges of running a KZbin channel is coming up with novel ideas for topics that viewers will delight in. I’m grateful that you have an ability to come up with new and interesting ideas for video topics, because these give me good ideas for things to find that are worthwhile subjects to photograph. Thank you!

[@Kaynan06]

I'm not joking, the picture at 9:28 might be the best picture ive ever seen. Incredible work Willem, your videos and photos are so great

[@jacobmaness7244]

9:33 could be one of my favorite images you have ever made...man..that one is STUNNING.

[@WillemVerb]

Thank you :')

[@sierrafromleone]

@@WillemVerb what settings did you use for this photo?

[@petermendelson5839]

Reminded me of Hokusai's 36 View of Mt. Fuji. Loved that shot of the window reflections.

[@hunterfowler]

Yeah, that reflection pic is lovely. One of my favorites you have ever shared on here.

[@tyjwilliamson]

that reflection is art my boy

[@bobsykes]

Awesome, Willem. You have such a great eye for finding compositions and light. The first moment I saw you composing the photo with the two window reflections I instantly knew it was going to be amazing. I would probably have walked right by that too fast to notice that particular viewpoint. This seems like a great excersize you've come up with in learning to better see. Your channel never gets old to me. I think that alone is an really notable accomplishment you've achieved over the years! Cheers! ✌

[@WillemVerb]

Means so much Bob! Thanks for always checking out the videos. :)

[@Yeticomoelvaso]

I need that first shot of the window reflections on my wall! 🤩

[@ebmooy13]

Dido! That window reflection photo is definitely a winner

[@towhid.b]

9:32 this shot is so beautifully captured. awed

[@plasticwrapofdoom]

I agree that the concept of a self-assignment is really useful for giving yourself a central theme to explore and work around. I unintentionally did that last summer when I decided to take a camera along with me to the laundromat one day and take photos while I did my laundry. I liked how those photos turned out, so I got it in my mind to start taking my laundry to a bunch of different laundromats throughout the region where I live and take photos while I did my laundry. I went to 17 different laundromats in total, and that all culminated in a a really awesome body of work that I've since used to make my first photo zine and show a few pieces in a couple local gallery shows. It was a really fun and challenging change of pace since most of my other photography work is a lot more aimless without much of a unifying style or feel to it.

[@jacob.b.barnes]

That window reflection photograph is absolutely brilliant and beautiful.

[@AlanExtinct]

That photo at 9:35 is freaking dope! what a composition

[@lukejohnson5486]

Morro bay is what made me get into Landscape Photography. One of my favorite places in the world ♥

[@liam.chandler]

BRUH. 9:36 absolutely bangs. This is so inspiring my man, great video!

[@ChristianElia]

seriously i'm never not amazed with your work man. "self-assignment" made a lightbulb click in my head and im about to have a lot more fun with personal projects. photo of the house windows was jaw dropping. absolutely nuts

[@Heyfrendoo]

5:21 Godzilla taking a nap 😴 Great shot !

[@allypeters5189]

the photo of the house with the two reflections literally brought tears to my eyes, thank you for continuing to inspire me and everyone else who watches these!! You make me want to create and that is hard for me these days! Beautiful images, I'll always be a fan of your art.

[@willysheepskin]

Ello mate just stopping by here a bit late to let you know I saw that shot at 9:30 in your night photo viddy and spent an age hunting this one down haha, ABSOLUTE ZINGER

[@franciscopaz5952]

My God!! This work of yours is simply stunning to say the least!!! Jesus, that pic of the rock on the window reflection is simply too good!! Keep the god job up! Looking forward to the next video!

[@adebambzinthehills]

that window photo is one of the best ever - insane job man!!!!

[@adriennedyke]

that photo of the house w/ the sunset in one window & the rock in the other is just spectacular.

[@rafaelafernandes8353]

Omg the reflection in the window!!!! Too beautiful ❤️

[@e.h.a.r.a]

How does he find such amazing things to photograph each time!! its sorcery!!

[@TommyGrisselFilms]

this new era of willem verb is so good

[@Autofill120]

I really see this video working brilliantly on people who struggle to start new photography projects. Personally, what I struggle with the most is doing collaborative photography projects or shoots and not finding anyone to do them with. It's a real pain to have a great idea for a project but it falling through because other people involved just don't have the same passion, commitment, inspiration, etc. I've been trying to gather a crew for about two months now😮‍💨

[@hmuz8388]

funnily enough, the comp when you were drinking coffee at 7:14 was one of the best comps that includes the landmark you showed in the video imo haha

[@TimothymakeupsDitzler]

That deer sweater is top notch

[@kodithebear]

Great project and chill vibes. The house and window reflection is a BANGER!

[@sirwaynekitt]

9:37 has to be one of my new favorite photos from you. WOW

[@kristoffergo6294]

Always a delight seeing your photos man. I can't explain it, it just hits differently.

[@buickboy92]

The Morro Rock reflection photograph is golden Willem. Love the idea of this photo series, rock on! 🤘

[@beachtapes]

LOVE this. Feels like the makings of a book. Excited to see where this series goes.

[@chrisdowswell]

That was great Willem!!! I got pumped when I saw you lining up that shot towards the reflective window... did not disappoint!

[@max-mkl]

Beautiful framing especially 5:17 got to be my favorite picture

[@francesco93vr]

That picture is SICK! Well done Willem, you're great!

[@sebastianfichtner1876]

Love the shot with the two reflections in the window!!! Would love to see this hanging in my living room!

[@kspencera]

Reminds me of Monet painting his neighbors haystacks 30+ times over 2 years because he was obsessed with capturing how the light changed throughout the day and seasons. Gorgeous captures! Wonderful vid as always!

[@Coal354]

Willem, the photo at 6:29 is mint. You’ve impaired me to get out and shoot more and get into film. Keep it up.

[@dantecrichlow]

I also really love the constant of this large rock, it feels grounding.

[@Kokorba6iqta]

Your videos are the ones I am most excited about and you never fail to deliver something interesting and inspiring. You are such an amazing creative with a great eye for telling a story, seeing interesting compositions and so on. You managed to make such a variety of interesting perspectives just from one simple subject. Apart from the window reflections I especially liked the composition with the tree in the middle, the rock at one side and the factory on the other. Such a strong and thoughtful image that tells a whole story.

[@kirkciaglaski]

the photograph @ 9:35 is stunning man. hats off

[@diegojosesoriano]

Wow. That picture with the two windows showing two different views is incredible.

[@csm_sounds]

Such a great video! Your shots are amazing!

[@reg1m0nz83]

i love that you spent some time in morro bay! the town is really sentimental to me and my family, whenever i'm driving down the coastal highway i'm so captivated by the way morro rock pulls out of the fog or the way the sunset catches on it. when school ends, i'm hoping to get down there to take some photos myself, so this is great inspiration

[@dontknowanythingingg]

Woa really enjoyed this @Willem! The pacing and subject of these 12 minutes has given me energy and a sort of insight in what personally my next steps may be! Thank you for this, and wish you a great week!

[@WillemVerb]

Thank you

[@nicolasguillenc]

The photo of the reflection is a banger!!! the other are beautiful too though

[@uRenegadeHD]

How on earth are those reflections even real at 9:34 ? Insane man

[@philsmith2193]

I find these videos really valuable. As a hobby photographer who's been going out shooting for about 3 years, I've got to that point now where I'm ready for more intention in my work. I look longingly at locations like California or Europe but know these valuable and original projects are where I am too (Toronto). Thanks Willem.

[@berndvandecruys]

That reflection in the window. The balance of the cold and warm tones. Awesome stuff 💯💯💯

[@niranjanbade6299]

I liked this idea of a new assignment. And the images captured in the windows of a house were great. 👍

[@mattbray_studio]

the reflection shot was total fire

[@donnamhopkins]

Your videos remind me why I love being a photographer. I'm delighted I've found you and have the opportunity to learn from you. I love your way of seeing and the practical and encouraging way you teach. Every video feels like a gift. Thank you!

[@george_edward_]

the shot at 7:10 just has the rock sneaky chilling in the background.... nicely done willem 🤣🤣

[@george_edward_]

also photo through the windows one orange one blue... absolute gas

[@wesley_b]

I know exactly that feeling of waking up camping and being stoked where you are and.... best part yet, you got coffee! ;)

[@user27278]

The photo from inside the restaurant thru the window was the best in my opinion. You should re do it by stacking exposures!

[@Bonsees]

Love it ❤ the rock is definitely giving main character vibes

[@adriennpatanyi6501]

I was just there in February, doing a Cali road trip, also camping in our car. Took some film photos of the rock as well. Love your channel, was really cool to see how you photographed something I also did :) I needed some inspiration today, and I just got exactly that, will do a self-assignment in my new city this week, thank you!

[@tommygladwell]

Watching this right before work. Inspirational, got me really in the mood to shoot something.

[@ElenGlazova]

9:34 This one is just amazing!

[@SavagexSteve]

Willem, the photo of the reflections with two different perspectives is why you are the GAH DAMN GOAT. I was literally blown away and kept yelling “Jesus Christ!” Thank you for doing what you do. Thank you for inspiring as always! 12:17

[@Jsoberon]

I started my first self-assignment this year. Technically my first photography project. I will take a full year to complete but only 4 months in now I have learned so much about shooting and have felt more productive than I have doing many other shoots.

[@hpurein]

You are the inspiration for many of us Willem

[@holaisaaa]

Maybe one of my favorites were of the reflection of the water with the Morro Bay Rock in the background! I loved the direct vertical composition a lot, and the light gives off a great feeling of dawn. You’re a good teller through your vids and a teacher in a way, through giving a glimpse into your life on how you shot the self assignment. I would want to see more of the sky, if you ever are able to capture that, the direct changing of light would be an awe to see! 👏🏻

[@drakerobs25]

the photo at 9:33 is absolutely beautiful. wow.

[@kevinscotton]

Just here to cheer on my buddy Willem, thank you for consistently pursuing new work, trying new things, and sharing those experiences. The work you do is invaluable 💕

[@dan-le-brun]

I’ve only been to the states twice in my life. The first time we stayed in Los Osos with my friend’s uncle and borrowed some bikes to ride up to Morro Bay. Happy days

[@AurelienBayo]

Wow, love this one, as well the previous video about self-assignment which are both about building a personal body of work while ultimately discovering your inner voice as a photographer/artist. It's very cool to see how you drew inspiration for this from 200 Views of Mount Fuji by Hiroshi Masuko and maybe to a lesser extent from Manifest Destiny by John Humble in your project about plant nurseries. Two photo-books that you got to tell us about. Fascinating to see how these mentors of yours translate to your own work/craftsmanship, but also how we can borrow an idea, a concept, a technique or just anything really from someone else while making it our own. If these projects turn into books in the years to come, I'll definitely get them. Thanks

[@thefilmdaddy]

Would honestly watch this man shoot leaves at this point. Too dam good as always, Willem!

[@DanailStoianovArnould]

Great inspiration and excellent photography. Especially liked the reflection shot. Amazing! Thanks for sharing those stories.

[@mayank40994]

indeed, the reflection image was one of my favourites.

[@ericgotz5368]

Duuuude that window shot!! Like what are the chances. So good

[@FachyMarin]

Love your videos so much Willem! Specially because they follow a simple but effective formula. Find something interesting to shoot, go to that place, get the shots, done. No over-phylosophical chit chat, just you describing what you learn from the self-assignment while showing us great photos with some nice phone bts footage. Great work!

[@kennymcleish]

Loved it. Really like the idea. Gave me things to think about. I've been clicking refresh on KZbin for a while now waiting on a new video from you. Don't leave it too long until the next one!

[@Rsurect]

Loving these self-assignment videos! Has definitely driven me to seek my own self-assignments. Would really enjoy hearing about more technical aspects of your shots, like exposure and your method behind it. Keep these coming.

[@willmccleland2383]

That image at 9:35 is so good!

[@CubaL1bre1]

I get more inspiration by watching your videos than by the whole photography course I'm doing, so thank you for that! And of course, the window reflection photo stole my heart, bravo!

[@CameraNostalgiaClub]

The window reflection shot is a banger 🤯📸🔥

[@tasia8754]

Great video. I love the image with the windows reflection of the rock!

[@zackkribbet1106]

This is where I come to regain my passion and drive for photography, and these last few videos have been so inspiring and helpful. Thank you very much for your work.

[@SamJessop]

The photo down the driveway at 11m22s is especially nice.

[@andretim75]

Some great shots you took here ! Very nice perspectives and good way to teach oneself a bit !

[@MortAllachie]

This was actually a great idea. Will try something like this during the summer. Thanks 😊

[@soccerjockey]

that window shot! holy cow!!

[@slo369]

Bro you have single-handedly convinced me to pick up a film camera and loads of film(which costs like gold) My wife is gonna be pissed

[@aihaibara1699]

please make a series of these videos it's super fun and interesting to watch, maybe I'd like to make one of my own :)

[@GrandFew]

Honestly, I feel called out by the analog and aeropress combo!

[@shaunsanders5401]

An inspiring video. Looking forward to seeing your photos in the coming year. Thank you.

[@grantaday]

These are some of my favourite photos of yours.

[@aarontimm]

There was a skateboard museum in Morro Bay appropriately named the Morro Bay Skateboard Museum. Unfortunately it shut down a couple years around the start of the pandemic I believe, but in 2016 (I was only 14 at the time) Jack, the owner of the museum, planned to skate an electric skateboard across America, as he had done before first in 1976 (and a few times from then on) on traditional skateboards. I sent him a GoPro battery for him to use on his journey. Unfortunately, he cut that journey short due to the danger of riding a skateboard along roadways after multiple near misses (though it seems he successfully completed the journey in 2019!), and when he sent my GoPro battery back, he sent along a few stickers, one of which read "Three Stacks and a Rock". I'd always wanted to visit, then being to visit the museum; I was still skating at the time, but now because it seems to be such a beautiful place to be. This comment ended up being far longer than I intended lol

[@SlippySloppySpaghettiMan]

Was just there last week, Morro bay is a easy place to shoot. So many opportunities for unique shots and interesting lighting. Right off the PCH it's a great place to stop and hang around.

[@shawnandmavis]

Thank you for the inspiration! I'll try this method in my local area.

[@ShawnPBruce]

This was fantastic. Love the reflection photo.

[@chaneyross]

bro deer head sweater is SO swag. love that you’re photographing this area and the rock, this was my childhood vacation spot, sweet nostalgia :) next time you go to Morro, there’s a small shop in Hofbrau on the wharf called Krills II, try that place if you haven’t. best cinnamon rolls on the west coast.

[@iainlaurence]

This is inspiring me to travel. Things are getting warm again and plants are blooming so it’s a good time to do it.

[@zacwhiteside]

Very similar idea to Monets hay bales, love it

[@ryanbhangdia]

great video and awesome to see the continuation of this series (and perfect timing on my end I guess haha). There are so many ways to tailor this exercise to just about anything anywhere, maybe that's in part what helps so many people connect to it? pic at 9:34 is incredible, wow.

[@WillemVerb]

Thanks Ryan!

[@PHP_Baits]

Willem, this is both the best video I've seen in a while and also some banger photos. And stoked to see you enjoy a camp trip.

[@miavonlange9192]

Thank you! This video inspired me a lot and I would actually just start in this very moment with a photography project. And this photo in 9.33 is amazing, wow, absolutely love it.