Grey skies? No Problem, Try This for Great Photos!

[@peterheasman8883]

No matter what the day brings your beautiful dog will always make a perfect subject

[@jonclarke10]

"Any day out with the camera is better than not going out at all" I will remember this, such a great quote and a great video for beginners like myself, thank you

[@jimmywest1]

Number 2 is definetely taking my vote

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@alozborne]

No 2 for me on the B&W scene, lovely!

[@ian_worth]

Thank you 👍

[@RickDecorie]

I like Number 1 of the black and white shots. I think it nails the ethereal look you were after.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks buddy

[@JoshuaStandingHarvey]

Fantastic video, Living in the south of Ireland very often struggle with overcast and dull days. This has given me so much inspiration. also Shot no1 i love. its very peaceful to me. it was a hard choice but no 1 brings out more emotion for me.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks buddy,

[@mauriciogarfield7122]

Oh yeah! Our weather here in Ireland has it's charm still great photography is possible.

[@murf6201]

I live for overcast days. Bray man living stateside now, I return once a year for 2 months at a time, but only in winter, Dec Jan or Jan Feb. Blue sky days are my least favorite. I get some crackin shots when it's shite weather.

[@kristinl.raught3776]

I live in Seattle, and this is my 3rd year of photography. We've been having what feels like more grey days than usual, so this is quite inspirational. Thank you!

[@vf8527]

No.2 looks perfect

[@ian_worth]

Thank you, that's my favorite too

[@craigbrockway652]

No. 1 for me, the longer exposure brings a calming effect to the scene.

[@ian_worth]

Thank you 👍

[@duncanmackay3711]

No.1 for me Ian, all day long. I really like that smoothed out effect on the water, something I try to do when I can.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks buddy 😊👍

[@bwebmasta1]

I really like both, but #1 was my favorite, the long exposure calming effect.

[@ian_worth]

Thank you

[@pentax-paul.]

I much prefer no 1 , it's a matter of personal taste at the end of the day . I love the ethereal quality .

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@the_rat_run]

I just watch the videos for the star of the show, Luna... I liked both of the B/W sea photos, each had a great 'feel'!

[@ian_worth]

She is definitely the star 😊👍

[@johnclarke1319]

great, at last a video which deals with the British weather 9 days out of ten. invaluable Ian

[@TOPHOLM04]

I like both images and I prefer the long exposure one

[@TLM823]

Love both, but if I had to choose, 1!

[@ian_worth]

Awesome, Thank you 👍

[@briankavo]

Love No. 1, fantastic, so atmospheric.

[@ian_worth]

Thank you 👍

[@SuhasSreehariOnline]

Both are great, but I'd pick #2. It's beautiful.

[@ian_worth]

Thank you 👍

[@drcolphotos]

Really appreciate the always-positive approach, Ian - Colin

[@granddadmark7639]

Loved No2 also the final shot 👍

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@chriscrowhurst]

Both are excellent images; I am a huge fan of the super soft sea, so #1 gets my final vote.

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@dronepilotcontractors4094]

I like No 2 with the wave action.

[@ian_worth]

I think that is my favorite too.

[@Luigi13]

Ian Worth, I really anjoy your videos even though they seem short but because they draw the viewer in I don't notice the time at all. Your explanations are to the point of what you are doing or prepare to do and that is very good it allows the viewer to stay focused, The image by the sea I like the horizontal one where it shows most of the landscape. Great videos as usual. Cheers from Oregon USA.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks for that, much appreciated 👍

[@johnjtoth7633]

Great tips, Ian. I prefer No. 1. Love the contrast of the green seaweed and the red rocks.

[@TranceFlug]

That tide on second photo looks very calm.

[@hermandepoorter4556]

For me number 1 is the winner. The rectangular form is better than number 2. Great shots anyhow.

[@IanFord-un6jr]

Interesting and informative video Ian. Both mono shots are great but No1 gets my vote.

[@ian_worth]

Thank you 👍

[@michaelajoseph6856]

Thank you! I needed to see this video for inspiration. I live in Sweden and here we have many months of grey days!

[@billpanuska5775]

I prefer #2 because it illuminates the arch better.

[@DennisBater]

Wonderful images, thanks for sharing!

[@ian_worth]

Thank you 👍

[@hanahoeo7073]

#2. Seaweed one was quite nice too

[@ian_worth]

I'm glad you think so, Cheers 👍

[@tonymortyr]

No 2 is the best. You can see the splashing in the cliff opening and the waves is not too soft but still motion.

[@URSENIORUTUBER55]

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful insight on shooting on a less than perfect day.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@terrycoker1798]

#2 contrast grabs my attention.

[@ian_worth]

Thank you

[@johnturnerphotography]

Great vlog my favourite is number 2

[@ian_worth]

Good choice!

[@carlreid4161]

No.2 for Church Doors Ian, I liked the drama of the shot👍

[@markusbolliger1527]

Good advice Ian! Nonetheless I prefer some stronger light, maybe somehow softened by fog, even for such structured motivs on tree barks and rocks. Or direct light to play with shadows.

[@simonconner5351]

No 1 is my preference for the sense of calm as others have said. I cant help feeling the crashing wave not so suited to the soft effect. Personal pref of course. Loving the videos, thank you.

[@aderadnor261]

Brilliant video. Definitely some of our favourite places, But never look at them in that light before 👍

[@DanaPushie]

Really enjoyed those shots, Ian.

[@ian_worth]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@judywright2051]

Number 1 for me!

[@billingalls1940]

Number 2 for me, as an old, and I do mean old, surfer. Long exposure surf shots are definitely not my cup of tea. As I've said before, I am truly envious of the wonderful variety available there along the coast in Wales.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks for sharing, its good to see a fellow surfer on here👍

[@jamesmynes1953]

Nice one Ian. Just the sort of information i was looking for. Good old british weather aye. Inspiring.

[@paulseymour7485]

# 1 for me.

[@Cheryl407]

I loved No 1. This was a wonderful and inspiring video, where I live we have grey misty winters and although I do go out a few times a week camera in hand I am with a friend and we are walking and I hate to hold her up. Maybe I will try harder. I actually had a shot of the tips of the winter branches very much like yours. I have subscribed and look forward to catching up on your videos.

[@ian_worth]

Thank you so much for watching and subscribing 🙏

[@mauriziozambon8908]

No doubt, I choose no. 1

[@ian_worth]

Thnaks

[@clarkbarrow6750]

This is a fantastic video. I like both photos but if I was putting one on my wall for display I’d choose no. 2; I like the detail in it. Just my opinion. Nice work.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks for sharing!

[@mickgissane9181]

Thanks, really nice video. Sometimes its nice just to be outdoors regardless of the weather :)

[@matthiaskremberg1504]

I like no 1 Mode!

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@siegfriedfaarbeit3504]

No 2 is pur nature, top

[@MrTJCCREATIONS]

No 2 the 1:1 for B&W seascape

[@ritagray3716]

No 1 is my favorite

[@hungaryspring]

Shot number 2 is my favorite. The waves are more dramatic giving the image a sense of tension that the first image lacks.

[@ian_worth]

Thank you 👍

[@kennethnielsen3864]

Thanks for sharing.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks for watching!

[@adventurecoalition3690]

Prefer No. 1. Great video thx for sharing your insights

[@jackdarling4982]

I would have to say #2 for me, you captured the crashing wave whos mist goes behind the Arch,,,giving the Arch more definition....where #1 has the arch getting kind of "lost" ....blending in with the Background. But both shots are Great!

[@ian_worth]

Thanks for sharing! 😊👍

[@rickmasters418]

I like #1 the composition works better for me

[@ian_worth]

Thanks 👍😊

[@broeknic]

No 2 for me 😊

[@ian_worth]

Thanks 😊👍

[@valerievaleriem1769]

I prefer image No. 2 as to me it shows the power of the sea.

[@ian_worth]

Thank you 🙏

[@charliejg]

That first shot was interesting to me as I probably would have chosen to shoot it in black and white. But, I like the colors you got. I noticed a filter on the 70-300 in that cliff face shot. Was it a polarizer or ND? As for the two images, I think I prefer the long exposure. Thanks for these cool examples! Have a great weekend.

[@ian_worth]

it was a cpl to help cut through the reflections a little

[@davecleverley]

Ian, great vid but more importantly for me is ....where is that fabulous coastline!?

[@ian_worth]

Thanks buddy, its Pembrokeshire, wales

[@nickmalataverne5098]

Number 2 looks much better, because there are a bit more details compared to the (much too) misty shot in number 1. But ;-) I would have chosen the cliff's edge myself, which was pretty visible in the video before you took the photos. Anyway, nice video and good tips.

[@SebastianBevanPhotography]

number 1 for me, top stuff mate

[@ian_worth]

Cheers buddy 👍😊

[@paularnold7370]

second one without doubt mate

[@ian_worth]

Thank you, that's my pick as well

[@irutgers]

No 1 speaks to me.. atmosphere

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@vmanvideos]

I prefer shot #1. The water is creamier and there’s more breathing room in the photo. The last shot was cool. The vertical frame allowed for the leading lines of the water to the cliffs in the distance. Question: Why did you choose 1/3 sec instead of a longer exposure to make the water in the foreground more creamy? Thanks for your response, and thanks for the videos. Good work.

[@Coloradohiker658]

Great video! Image 1

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@kimberlyfoxdemeza6662]

No 1 for me. Also, on your last image of the seaweed on the rocks, did you focus stack this one?

[@mauroferrari394]

I vote nr.1 Ian

[@ashodgkin]

It’s certainly true that if we only captured images when the light is “perfect” we’d never actually take any. Just work with what you’ve got. Isolating details is a really useful tip.

[@ashodgkin]

Nearly forgot, I prefer No.2. I like the way it captures the drama of the crashing wave.

[@lorenzobattaglini9786]

I like the #2

[@ian_worth]

Thanks 👍

[@DonaldHavre]

I recommend a composite using both images.

[@ian_worth]

I not doing composite images at the moment, just one shot captures 👍

[@rogersteele9890]

Yet another great video, #2

[@ian_worth]

Thanks again! 👍

[@gjp2930]

I like #1 ❤

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@bernardmcmahon7947]

By a short head No2 just for the action

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@PhotogAbby]

No. 2 has more interest in the right side of the frame.

[@ian_worth]

Thank you 👍😊

[@jackyfumoleau6361]

Ian, they are both great photos. Very tough decision but I have a slight penchant for No2, there is something catching my eye, strangely I'm not sure what, it's just that little "je ne sais quoi" feeling that attracts me to it. Do you get that feeling sometimes? Great work.

[@ian_worth]

Yes i do get that feeling quite a lot 👍👍

[@tashama7087]

Hi, what kind of tripod are you using?

[@The_Hero_Is_Back]

No 2 here, but both are good.

[@ЮрийВенедиктович-т8ъ]

may I know what camera used to make this video? I like colors

[@ddsdss256]

As tempting as it is to go mono in flat light, I often find the subtle hues of nature more interesting, as in your seaweed shot. Also, when shooting fine details (such as bark or leaf veins, especially if there's some transparency in the leaves), I like to go high key and let the sky blow out, providing a neutral background and further helping the details to stand out. Side lighting of course brings out the bas-relief, especially as nature's softbox morphs into the Klieg light in the sky. Re the two images, let's just say that I rarely carry a tripod (or NDs). IMO, long exposures are way overdone and only rarely result in better images, especially with moving water and/or clouds, as you lose the interesting textures and dynamic nature of the scene. I've used much faster SS to freeze water droplets, but sometimes moderate speeds work very well (such as the 1/3 s in the second shot--I also prefer the lower aspect ratio).

[@randallpeck6056]

They are both good, but I prefer the long(er) exposure in this case.

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@stevecooney1361]

No2 but both good shots

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@nickyfoulkes8476]

Open landscape, as you said doesn't work without the light. The problem I have always had are the detailed shots, tree bark etc. don't cut the mustard. Which is why I don't shoot macro. While can't appreciate the skills in focus stacking to get that thin depth of field, detailed shots like your tree bark image would go in the recycle bin. Any image I take must have the potential to be a print that will stand the test of time on the wall.Good job we don't all like the same things. I prefer image 2 as that has energy and flow.

[@ian_worth]

Not every image we take has to be a master piece. The joy of being outside and being immersed in the environment is what its all about for me.

[@mariussplinter8300]

Nr 1

[@ramblingG]

I prefer no. 1 ...

[@ian_worth]

Thank you 👍

[@kimamey]

No 2 for me but they're both good. I would imagine those steps would be pretty painful for a dog walking down them.

[@ian_worth]

Yes they would, and she's too big to carry 🐾👍

[@eltinjones4542]

A bit of colour enhances a photo on a dull day. However I'm not into patterns in three trunks, rocks etc..

[@williamduling7883]

Number 2

[@natural_lover149]

🎉🎉❤

[@WayneLeary]

No 1

[@duringthemeanwhilst]

grey skies = head for woodland, waterfalls or the seaside 🙂

[@ian_worth]

Very true

[@realdoctorobvious]

Number 1, because it has more atmosphere, including an edge to edge assortment of foreground rocks. It's just a more composed image. 2 is fine but more snapshot-like. I know I'm outvoted, though.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks, that's really interesting 👍

[@paullavin5449]

It’s strange isn’t it how different images appeal to different folks? Personally, I have no time for smoothed out unnatural looking water. So I choose No2 and even then I might have shot it at an even faster shutter speed.

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@nigelwest3430]

#1

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@stuartgreenberg773]

No. 2

[@ian_worth]

Cheers 👍

[@PeteHallmann]

For me the long exposure in No.1 takes away the energy present in the scene. I can't help thinking that a giant spider has created a massive web over the landscape.

[@ian_worth]

I hadn't thought of it like that but you are right, it does.

[@woodypigeon]

What is it with photographers and wearing beanies?

[@shooterhr_]

if u don't have a forest to photograph, what then?

[@DennisBater]

Border Collies are strange and very sensitive... with that said I have always had a border collie! I'm not sure I like a dog smarter than me.... 😀

[@ian_worth]

Yes they are too smart sometimes haha