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[@chris-orwig]

Thanks a ton for providing me with a few of your ideas for creating some free youtube videos. Here are a few topics that I've been considering: 1. Lightroom Selective Adjustment Tools 2. Photoshop Masking 3. Work/Life Balance 4. How to get past creative block 5. Photography as a tool for increasing mindfulness, healing and growth. Let me know which of these you would like to see and any other questions/problems/ideas you would like to have help with. Thanks!

[@louissylvester]

Ooo I'd definitely like the a vid on selective adjustment tool. Use it all the time

[@loripalmer8215]

Love the idea of Photography as a tool for increasing mindfulness, healing and growth. Another reason to justify my time spent on photography!

[@rbtubee2]

yes yes yes - photoshop masking. I always need to demystify photoshop. There's so much there and I get totally intimadated.

[@mikemeyerphotopro]

Besides technically exposing an image, how about teaching about why a photo looks good. Why it's an artsy photo. Composition, light and dark, lines, all those things you here are important but why there's important. That's what I'm struggling with :) Thanks for your time Chris :)

[@emj2884]

You are absolutely one of the B-E-S-T teachers/coaches in photography, Adobe Lightroom, and Photoshop. I am sure others have already noted great suggestions as to the type of tutorials they'd find beneficial and I don't want to repeat them. If I could mention a few, I would love to see tutorials on (1) your prompts your subjects to pose; (2) types of adjustments you would make in Lightroom vs. Photoshop; (3) location choices - do you ask your subjects or do you pick the location?; (4) how to stay motivated; and (5) how to start photography business. I thank you and appreciate all that you do in motivating your students and I love ALL your masterclass courses!

[@chris-orwig]

esther - you are too kind!!! i love the idea of prompts, locations, motivation, when to use ps/lr, business.... so many good ideas! thank you! and thank you for all of your kindness and encouragement on IG and here it really means the world to me.

[@victoriagreer7139]

I would love to see you shooting and hear how you prompt the model and why you choose certain locations and poses and then take us with you to the computer to see how you edit those photos.

[@chris-orwig]

GREAT idea! thanks!

[@dandev1231]

Posing for portraits - Both posing individuals and groups. to fit in with the authentic portrait theme. It's something I continually struggle with. Thanks for asking....

[@chris-orwig]

dan - yes! that is one of the hardest things to accomplish because the "rules" and "posing guides" don't work for that kind of. portrait. that being said, i have developed some strategies. so maybe a video titled, "portrait posing strategies"? your thoughts?

[@ryandanielson9673]

I would love to see a video on a strategy for camera settings in various lighting conditions!

[@chris-orwig]

ryan - great idea. seems like i need to do some live shooting and talk through the process from a few different perspectives - tech and soulful.

[@annebrooks5940]

There is one thing I would LOVE to have is an extraction video that shows how to remove a subject, or horse, specifically, from a busy background. One that shows a flowing mane, tail and forelock. It could be against trees or any other busy bg. I have YET to find a great video on how to do that. I often want to change the background on a person with hair out of place and put them on a new bg, but nothing yet has come along. I would hate to have to use the pen tool, as I find it very cumbersome and slow. BUT, if that's the only way to get a good extraction, then I guess I have to use it. I would be ever so grateful if you have a good video that would show great extractions. Thanks!

[@chris-orwig]

Thanks, Anne. A deep dive into extractions, particularly on hair(or a mane) sounds like a plan!

[@annebrooks5940]

@@chris-orwig A mane would be what I would love the most, as I am an equine photographer. Thanks!!!

[@charleswolf7896]

Suggestions on how to approach potential portrait subjects to ask if you can make photographs of them.

[@chris-orwig]

love it. GREAT idea!

[@staceyaasved5841]

Finding a style true to you, getting creative, professional retouching, lighting in studio.

[@chris-orwig]

yes!!! finding a style that is true to you - that would make for a good title and a great video. thanks stacey!

[@wnabi]

Dear Chris. I am from Canada. Thank you for sharing this video and for sure it is a good idea to knock on the door where the need is hidden. I am following you through all your videos for probably 7 years now, through Linda first and now through your Website and videos, I recently bought. I really liked the video Tips & tricks through Linda until the end of 2020. These videos are very helpful for me. I believe these small videos can bring new followers to your KZbin Channel and marketing purposes as well. They are small and priceless videos with the best narration of you. Just having your voice and your method to approach the PS problem and tricks is enough for a viewer to stay with you until the end of the video. After 7 years of work through your videos, I believe It is impossible to teach what you did teach to me through a few short videos on KZbin. You know better than me that PS is huge and needs a lot of practice and work. So your video has to be a sort of accelerator to the process of learning not a teaching video from Scratch as you always used this word. Again thank you for these years and priceless lessons, advice, tricks, and tips. Good luck big brother.

[@rolaruba805]

Whats up Chris! you were my professor at Brooks, you are an awesome teacher, thank you! -class of 2007

[@ThePresidentMerkin]

I like your list. 1) I'm interested in developing compositing as an art form. 2) minimalism for the zen of it. 3) Ps masking.

[@chris-orwig]

yes!!!!! minimalism for the zen of it. loooove that idea. i need to think about that. it's one of the reasons why I practice photography. and the other topics are great too - composition, masking. thanks!!!

[@MyNoctis]

Dear Chris Orwig I am delighited to find out that you have a youtube channel. Back in 2012 I learned photoshop thanks to you, and the most valuble thing that I grasbed was the love of photography that you share maybe even without realising it. As photography became a major source of income, I wanted to check if you were doing ok, and hopefully I'm happy that you have still the same energy. Your face changed a little bit, but your eyes have still the same brightness. We have all grown-up together as I see ! again Thank you, from the deep of my heart. About this video, I'll say that I'm interested in Masking please. Say Hello to the Orwig family.

[@tatak743]

Hi Chris, firstly, thanks for all the teaching you have been doing for years, you've been a reference point to me since...at 10-12 years I would say!!! Something that came to my mind is a start to finish on a single picture, from shooting till the final image, what steps and approach you take, I know it can be a long videos, but I love to seeing videos where you can see the whole process from start to finish :) Have a lovely weekend!

[@chris-orwig]

tata - thanks for the good words and for staying connected all these years. much appreciated!!! and yes, i too love stuff like that. thanks for the idea!

[@TrevorBennion]

I think tutorials and how-tos are a saturated space. I'm sure you'll be great and help a lot of people, but the thing that I think would be most special and unique to you and your art is a series about your goals at the moment and the things you're working toward to grow as an artist. Naturally, this could include technique and how-tos as you demonstrate what you're working on, but it would be founded in your "why" and helping people find their "why". Take us with you on your adventures and in your post-processing, and share what you're working on/what you're learning/what's pushing you at the moment

[@chris-orwig]

trevor - good to hear from you brother. and i agree. that's why i've been so reluctant to get into youtube.... i like what you had to say. that's helpful. i like the idea of keeping things in the moment (and not just retrospective).

[@dillonvado]

Man, I love your ebooks, People Pictures and Authentic Portraits. I feel that your thoughts on that subject are well fleshed out and really clear and enjoyable to dive in on. Video accompaniment to the subject matter from those books would be really cool, I would love to see more on location portrait sessions where you're documenting the process of connecting with a subject and helping them get comfortable and finding the right moments to grab and edit later. I think your approach to that field stands out to me and I haven't seen other "youtubers" come close to the thoroughness and grounded nature you bring to your work on portraits and the philosophy behind it.

[@chris-orwig]

Dillon - Thanks bro! Much appreciated! And that is such a great idea... kind of make a video version of those ideas to compliment the written word. Love it! And yes, my good friend Jack keeps telling me I need to do more on location portrait sessions and document. So that's a great idea. And thank you for your encouragement... youtube is totally new for me and to hear you say you appreciate my thoroughness and grounded nature is really encouraging. Thanks!

[@johncard]

It has been difficult for me to find (or decide on) good shooting locations that make interesting, but not too distracting backgrounds. Some tips on how to scout good shooting locations for portraits would be a big help.

[@chris-orwig]

john - great idea!!!! i'd love to make a video on that. thanks for the nudge in that direction!

[@kitjennings6063]

Hi Chris! I'm mega excited to hear that you'll be bringing us more tutorials. I've been following you for a year or so, have attended some of your online workshops, bought a book and more of your content, and currently follwoing your Adventure Portraits course. You are simply the Best photography teacher I've experienced. As well as all the other elements, you bring soul and depth to the whole art form. For me this is key. There are loads of great suggestions already. I would love to have guidance on Lightroom selective adjustments - I have your brush presets but don't know how to use them skillfully! Thanks for all you do. Kit

[@chris-orwig]

thanks kit! i really appreciate your kind words and so glad that the tutorials have been helpful! thanks a ton for the ideas!

[@RigelVlog]

good question! I don't know what I don't know!! LOL

[@chris-orwig]

ha! i know what you mean!

[@christopherchall7056]

The digital image is the bottom line. Ideally, you want to adjust that 'raw' file as little as possible in post-processing before you make a print. Don't touch them pixels! So, with that premise in mind, would you produce a series of videos highlighting the X-Rite ColorChecker passport. One for white balance (creating a pre-set in camera), one for creating a color profile of the sensor in your camera, one for calibrating your monitor, one for creating ICC profiles (i1Studio) of your printer/paper combination, and one where you bring all those elements together in post-processing so that the color and white balance are aligned before you begin any adjustments on your calibrated monitor. I know this speaks to the technical side of things, but it's like playing on a well-tuned piano, the final result is on a different level.

[@galedsouza462]

Chris, I love everything that you put out because you make it easy to understand and your photos are soulful. I love all the editing videos and I have purchased some. I would personally be interested in private lessons if you ever offer those. I am also interested in the business side of things. Thanks for sharing all this info with us.

[@vasylmarchuk4109]

Your energy pushing me to work, to create photograph and wall print ! My idea about how to be a wise and polite person when customer say you are too expensive, how to explain and find your client. Thanks .

[@PatrickvanOs]

Hi Chris, It would be great if you could tell a bit more about the following two topics: - Printing How you do your printing. How do you prepare you photos for print. Make sure that what you see on your monitor matches the final print. I'm recently started printing my own photos and still struggle with it. Working with a EIZO CG2420 and Canon Pro-1000, but it still costs me more hard proofs than I would like to get it right. - Work/Life balance You have your photography, family life, playing all the instruments which are visible in your videos. How do you balance your week? There are only 7 days :-) Thank you for considering these topics and share your videos online for free!

[@chris-orwig]

Great idea! Thanks Patrick. Much appreciated. And yes, designing an awesome life is definitely something that I put effort into. It would be fun to talk about that. For me, it's more than balance. It's about having a deeper intention on who, what why.. anyhow, I'll try to put a video together on this. THANKS!

[@jorgeramirez1450]

Thank you for asking. Greatly appreciated. I think the kind of videos you did for Lynda.com are excellent. I can say that what I know about Lightroom and Photoshop, I've learned from you. Any of the potential topics you mentioned in this video I am confident we will love to learn from and follow you. Thank you again Chris!

[@chris-orwig]

Thanks Jorge! Much appreciated!

[@Jackstanden]

How to actually connect with subjects and get pictures that no one else would of a person 🤓

[@chris-orwig]

ah yes, of course. based on who you are, how you approach life, people, art, creativity... based on your soulfulness, thoughtfulness, you would seriously make one of the best portrait photographers ever. your energy is so calming, disarming, encouraging. i think it's really about those things. my guess is that for you it would just be about learning a few strategies for balancing the way you connect, maintain the connection, direct and then subtly capture. we should make a video about that. with you as the "student" and me as the photographer friend/teacher. we just need to find an interesting subject. your thoughts?

[@debwilliams2011]

Chris, thank you for creating this space for us. I want to learn more about how to find my own style and vision. 2) PS masking 3) LR present 4) mobile photography.

[@chris-orwig]

sounds good. thanks!

[@wilhelmmedetz5720]

- Editing my shot (in Lightroom) - One thing I am always struggling with is selecting which photos to keep/publish. - The other thing is - what workflow should I use for developing photos in Lightroom. What's the best sequence to apply the individual tools? Both for color and B&W. - Any ideas/hints on photographing an assignment vs a (personal) project vs a theme over a longer time.

[@chris-orwig]

selecting/editing is a really good and important topic. it's now on my list! thanks for the idea. and yes on workflow, bw, projects. etc. thanks again!

[@jeromesavoiemusic]

Hello Chris! I have follow a lot of your courses and I love your teaching. Something that I really liked in your video is when you are talking about your people approach. How talking with your subject could change the whole portrait because you are putting your subject at ease. That would be a good video. Also, I would like to know more about how someone would use a different camera provider. Why would you choose Sony over Canon or Nikon. How would you find the right camera that fits you. Also, I have the tendency to buy lots of stuff, but never do much with what I bought. For years I had a camera and it was sitting in the corner of my room and I never used it because I did not know how it work. So if you're doing a series of practical videos such as classeroom homework, that would be cool on KZbin. Something like here is a picture at iso 100, iso 200, iso 400. Go experiment it yourself and when you are done we will see in the next video how to work a different adjustment, your Focal point for example, etc. Thank you and have fun!

[@chris-orwig]

great idea! that really is the "secret sauce" in my work. i'm going to try to figure out how to do that. and i like the idea of doing some practical videos as well. those foundational concepts are so important.

[@CharlotteEGotze]

What I always ask myself is how people get those extra sharp photos and how they focus on moving objects.

[@chris-orwig]

good idea! sharpness is sooo important. what kind of photos are you thinking - portrait, sports, wildlife, etc.?

[@CharlotteEGotze]

@@chris-orwig for me personally it's portraits and moving persons like dancers.

[@chris-orwig]

@@CharlotteEGotze ahhh got it. ok thanks!

[@scottmitchell1661]

Hello Chris...first of all, keep wearing the hats, those are really cool. Second, your videos are great. You speak in clear English at a decent pace. You have a great edge over your competition thanks to your diction and wonderful quotes. Your teaching skills are top notch. My son attended Brooks and recommended you. I'm so glad he did that. So, I am a retiring Financial Executive, in the middle experience range of shooting photography without formal training, but read many books. Now, I have your videos! I love portrait work and do well in outdoor light, with maybe a reflector here and there. I just love to shoot people. So, there are times when I want to shoot indoors, but I know very little about strobes, umbrellas, soft boxes, etc. So, for me, the next step would be to learn more about studio lighting. I can also always use more work on composition and poses. I don't get excited over landscapes...people are my thing. So, during this Pandemic I picked up two Mannequins in a retail liquidation, for free, and am practicing with the Mannequins, but it's not the kind of thing that shows emotions, quite yet.

[@chris-orwig]

Ha! Thanks Scott. The coolest thing about that hat is when you buy one, they plant 10 trees. I've always wanted to have my training sales go towards planting trees.... anyhow I really appreciate the kind words. It means a lot. So often I teach, speak and create videos but don't really know what people think. I always hope they like them, but never really know. It's cool how something as simple as a youtube video can help with that. And yes, I really think I need to do a studio / strobe light video which is about light and about connection, soul and meaning. Thanks a tone for taking the time to share your thoughts!

[@CebollaMendez]

Life, following your passion and making it your life.... how to value your work

[@chris-orwig]

thanks bro! much appreciated. that really is what it is all about!

[@svetlanagrobman3476]

I would really love to see "behind the scenes" videos! That would definitely help me with my own shoots. Thanks!

[@chris-orwig]

thanks for the idea! a few others have said the same. it's now on the list! any particular kind of shoots that you would like to see?

[@svetlanagrobman3476]

Anything with people, especially with natural light. Thanks!

[@patricksanford3491]

Chris, I have watched a lot of your videos. There are many street photography projects I am thinking of but I have hesitation about approaching strangers to ask them if i can take their pic. Would love to get your thoughts on the best way to approach, how to start that dialogue without setting off a creepy vibe. LOL.

[@jkbrvhrt]

I would like to learn about the use and set up of a graphic tablet in editing, is it a advantage to use one or in fact a benefit to use in something like Photoshop?

[@mattiasfurnierenaturephoto5726]

Creativity is a big topic. Many of us all following your classes and have seen the Photoshop, Lightroom, Portrait,...lessons. I'm a naturephotographer but still i love the way you teach and many things i've learned are usefull in nature too. But how do you get new ideas over and over again? Sometimes it feels like my creativity is out. And yes, people like and love the shots i make, but i want something more. A creative process would be fun!

[@chris-orwig]

thanks mattias. yes, that really is at the heart of things... thanks for the nudge in that direction!

[@martyjwalker]

Hi Chris. If we're talking deep and meaningful then points 4 & 5. Talking about specific skills in software has been done to death. The same goes for gear reviews. Software and gear isn't photography, just a little part of it. I need deeper and meaningful and after listening to Dan Milnor's interview with you from a few years ago, you're the man.

[@chris-orwig]

marty - thanks... and that's true. kinda why i'm reluctant to go down that route. but still it can be helpful for some. and yes, dan milnor is so rad. i always find the deeper stuff the thing that makes all the difference in the world. so thanks for the nudge in that direction. much appreciated!

[@margaretcheng6032]

I would love to see photos which you have taken with discussion of why those photos work, and similar photos you took when you were working the scene and why they didn’t work as well as the ones that you picked as keepers. The process of critiquing your own photos and the subtleties between pretty good photos vs exceptional ones-not the obvious things that often come up (such as tree coming out of head, object sticking into frame, etc). Thanks.

[@chris-orwig]

margaret - thanks for responding and sharing your thoughts. that is such a GREAT idea. because selecting/editing is such a huge part of the process. it's hard to teach, because it's so unique to each person, but sometimes hearing someone share can help you find your own strategy/voice. so thanks for the idea!

[@hapu80]

First I have to say, you are really inspirational speaker, you have a great style. Would be interested of architectural photography, inside and outside, how to get the building really coming alive on different environment like nature,sea,city streets and lights on inside photos.

[@chris-orwig]

thanks!!! much appreciated! great idea. thanks!

[@BartVanEynde]

Model small-talk for introverts that improves the photo

[@chris-orwig]

Thanks Bart! Love this!

[@jlan621]

Yes!!

[@johnpierce1904]

Teaching creativity.

[@chris-orwig]

Thanks John! I'm definitely going to get to that... as it is kind of the fuel for so much of what we do. Cheers!

[@detlefalbrecht938]

Thanks so much for your work! I appreciate it so much, I've bought your books and masterclass. Everything you explain sounds well - and I'm sure it is! These days I'm working on a project where I meet people who live in a certain region of my country. I make interviews and I take portrait photos of those people. I find it really hard to find the right place for the photo and the right posing for the person. I guess it has to do with my own personal training. But what would you suggest to do in my case? What would help me? - I guess that could be topic for a video!

[@bobgrant7391]

I would really like to know how to turn my pictures into fine art. I primarily shoot landscape and other natural settings. I have been shoot for over 60 years and was trained by my father who was General Patten's photographer in WWII. Since I have started the cameras of today are lightyears ahead. But my interest is more on post processing to create unique art.

[@JarredTruschke]

Hey Chris, I'd love, love, love to go deep on nailing skin tones and have a deep, meaningful conversation about imposter syndrome.

[@chris-orwig]

jarred - thanks for reaching out. it's been too long. let's catch up on a call next week. and yes, that is a great idea! i think it's something we all wrestle with and i have a few ideas/strategies that have helped. thanks bro! i hope you and the fam are well.

[@tonitischer7240]

I am a jeweler and I am focused on shiny, reflective, Product photography.... in studio.... etc ...some Problems are video set up with earrings??? 360 degree product photography not a static bracelet or ring... more difficult items .... that move.. like dangle earrings, pendants..set up etc..I am pretty good but seriously ... what a challenge.

[@connietaylor7132]

More about the Pen tool. How do you grab the handles after you draw the first line?

[@chris-orwig]

Ahhh yes! I have an awesome tutorial I used to give on that when I taught in the classroom. I'll definitely create this for youtube - thanks for the idea!

[@tinathirkell1085]

I would like to learn more of everything you have listed and also more on macro work if possible please.

[@chris-orwig]

tina - great idea! and what kind of macro - flowers, products, people? all of the above?

[@troylinton591]

Hi Chris, First off, thank you for being so accessible! Personally, I would find it invaluable to have a BTS video of you doing a shoot; sort of like being there as your virtual apprentice! And while I would also like to see you process an image from the shoot, perhaps make that a "follow up" video so that you can spend adequate time on each section without the video being too long.

[@chris-orwig]

troy - thanks for taking the time to write. and yes, a bunch of people are asking for more BTS so thanks for mentioning that... it's now definitely on the list. and i like the idea of breaking things up like that. thanks! for the bts stuff - any particular kind of shoots you would like to see?

[@troylinton591]

@@chris-orwig Chris - Wow! There's so much I'd love to see. You could definitely do more than one BTS type video. Top of the list for me, though, would be a portrait shoot. I'd like to see your process for choosing the location/background, camera/gear setup and how you work with the model during the shoot. Ideally, once the model is on set, you just do your thing, as opposed to breaking the mood to explain what you're doing. Any necessary info could be added via lower thirds or VO while cutting together the footage. Thanks again for soliciting the input!

[@jaimevalcanas9344]

well pretty much everything you mentioned :). Maybe behind the scenes on a portrait shoot? Like others have mentioned.. prompts and how you communicate with your subjects to get the images you envision.

[@chris-orwig]

thanks jaime! a few others have requested BTS stuff so thanks for the nudge in that direction. any particular type of shoot that you'd like to see?

[@nandamari]

I'm constantly taking photos and copying them to my hard drive but I never get around to organizing them and have to trust my memory to find them later. How about a class on the best way to organize and keep track of my photos?

[@alainam.8807]

I'd like to know more aboutn your photography workflow, including file/organizing to adjustments in Lr and Ps and use of Bridge/Camera Raw

[@rajbharadia3643]

Subscribed! Love your video! Photoshop masking tips would be great! And btw, you look very cute! Adios!

[@remu2763]

Hi, Chris Thanks to give us this opportinity, I think there is less video about inside architectural photography, like how to make photo for house saling. Thank you very much.

[@chris-orwig]

Great suggestion! Love it! I'm putting that on my list!

[@terrystigall3799]

I'm not a portrait photographer. I do a lot of still life and macro. I love black and white photography and have been trying to get much better at it. I am always looking for ideas and lessons dealing with black and white photography.

[@chris-orwig]

sounds good. thanks terry!

[@PaulGirardin17956]

I would like to learn to make surreal Photoshop images that would serve as covers for both my creative videos and my future e-books (and maybe comics)

[@chris-orwig]

ah that's a fun idea. doing more illustration / surreal type of work is always fun. do you have any sources of inspiration of the stuff you are looking for that you can point me towards so i know what style you are thinking about?

[@flor2425]

Hi there! Big fan of yours here! I would like to learn about masking, that’s the one thing I don’t understand yet, I’m absolutely clueless, I don’t know the first step, also, I don’t use Lightroom, because I don’t want to have the monthly payment, so I use LUMINAR which was a one time purchase from a couple years ago. Can I do all the same edits on LUMINAR or is Lightroom strictly what one must use? Lastly, I want to learn how to use flash, I’ve listened to a few podcasts and watched some videos on it, but they don’t provide detailed instructions, just general use, so I haven’t mastered the use of flash, I still don’t know what I’m doing most of the time with that. Thank you for all your knowledge!❤️

[@chris-orwig]

ok that definitely something i need to do because it makes all the difference in the world. and yes, i need to do something on lighting. thanks for the nudge.

[@richardporter6821]

Hi Chris, I don't use lightroom, or PS I use ON1 , I do portraits predominantly outdoors, so always looking for creative posing ideas, tips for shooting outdoors thanks :)

[@chris-orwig]

ah yes posing... someone else mentioned that. thanks for that nudge. it's now on the list!

[@leovarela7053]

Composition and creativity would be great

[@chris-orwig]

leo - thanks!

[@everardolarreynaga3407]

I need help understanding color. I have an Olympus Tough camera and the colors are horrible. I would like to learn how I can correct this.

[@Toni-Bailey]

Any chance you know anything about taking pictures on a sailboat when sailing? I do ocean racing as well as just ocean crossings. Taking pictures of people and the boat itself while on it is in pretty challenging! My next ocean crossings is June this year, and would love a few ideas or tips. Thanks so much!!!

[@chris-orwig]

That sounds so cool! I'll have a think 🤙

[@Toni-Bailey]

@@chris-orwig haven't run across a photographer yet that teaches about it!! Some cool articles out there, but that's about it!!

[@karenwalsh4943]

I am fairly adept at Lightroom and love mucking about tweaking and transforming images - so gratifying. I am considering learning Photoshop. But could you clearly explain: what PS can do that you cannot do in LR (and what you have to consider when you are shooting), how important (or not) it is to learn these skills. Can I call myself a real photographer if I don't use PS? And....if I have to learn PS from scratch, what is the best way? Thanks!

[@chris-orwig]

karen - this is such a good question. this would make for a great video. but long story short, sometimes an analogy can help... like comparing the two tools to doctors. lightroom is like your general doc, and photoshop is like the specialist. or maybe a more "appetizing" analogy is lightroom is the cake and photoshop is the frosting. either way, 90% of the time is spent in lightroom and 10% in photoshop. sooooo long story short it is definitely worth learning. I have a course on my platform called Photoshop for Photographers (and others) that would be perfect for someone like yourself. some people prefer to buy 1 course, others the "complete pack" which is access to everything. but of course others have courses as well. but basically you want something geared towards photographs.

[@KM6VV]

flash micro-photography. Small mechanical items.

[@SANJOYMOULIK]

If you can create some videos on composition both Portraits and Landscape, it will be great. Thanks!

[@chris-orwig]

great idea - thanks!

[@thebostonartist]

Hello, Chris, thanks for the video. I've been watching your tutorials since way, way back in your early Lynda.com days. It was mostly for Lightroom back then... when Lr first came out. Later it was a bit on portraits. I've always felt your portraits had a much more "real" tone to them, whether it's real-life, or more on the human, everyday level kind of portrait-or something in that realm. I shoot mostly urban now, but many years ago I shot high-end, high-key, high flash glamour shoots. All the models were pros, and-well, you know how different that is. Anyway, to the point, I think a video on your thought process as you go into a portrait, would be very interesting. Is it a lot about knowing the person and using that; is it more about your own personality, etc.? I'm sure you have done many, many "portrait" tutorials over the years, and I've seen many of them. So, now I'm more asking about your thoughts, method, mental style... any pre-shoot brainstorming that may go on regarding the subject, etc. With the resurgence of "environmental portraits" I've thought of this somewhat over the past couple of years. Hope this all makes a little sense, and thanks for all your years of teaching in photography.

[@chris-orwig]

Thanks Thomas! The good 'ol lynda.com days - those were awesome! Lynda is still a good friend. Anyhow, I love that idea of a "real" tone to portraits and the thought process related to that. I'd love to make something like that. I think it's what I care about most. So thanks for highlighting that and for the idea. MUCH appreciated.

[@thebostonartist]

@@chris-orwig My pleasure, Chris. Good luck!

[@SuperAy11]

Mobile photography. Choosing right color space for print and web

[@chris-orwig]

That's fun, thanks Anna!

[@marcelbandel4030]

I am interested in fine art and painterly photos. Especially in different painting styles. Classic style Rembrandt, Vermeer, impressionistic, expressionism pointillism. First creative a good basic for it, explaining light on background or not, what possibilities we have in setup for portraits and the post proces.

[@chris-orwig]

Sounds great! Great suggestion. I love the idea of anchoring photo instruction in painting... because really the great painters know so much more about light, gesture, posing, etc. that we could ever imagine. Thanks for the idea!

[@Tpillai]

I would love to learn more about manual lenses, and filters. I just got a 85mm manual lens and an adjustable filter. I think the pictues turned out well, but I was wondering if Lightroom shows you what filter you've used. I know it tells you what ISO, F#, and Shutter speed you used to shoot your image, but nothing about the filters that I've found.

[@chris-orwig]

tammy - yes, it would be good to talk about lens work... not just the tech stuff but the deeper stuff as well. thanks!

[@chris-orwig]

and there isn't a way to look up and see what filter you used in LR....

[@NashvilleTravelConcierge]

I jumped into YouTubing with almost no knowledge of using a camera (bought a DSLR) or editing. I'm learning as I go and my wife does my editing at the moment (thank goodness). That said, I want to learn to tell stories with my camera/editing skills. Does this make any sense? I'm an old (66 yrs) beginner - but I do enjoy your videos.

[@chris-orwig]

thanks for the idea - i totally get that! and love that idea of "telling stories" - that is the key! and it's the best time ever to be a beginner as you get to bring a lot of life experience and wisdom to the camera! cheers!

[@jesusobando]

Yes KZbin⚡️🙏🏼

[@kathanset6728]

Hey Chris, have some of your tutorials....they are awesome..your real.natural.portraits speak to me....but back to your question.. I can take epic pics on my phone but unable to create same image on my camera....mainly post processing. ..

[@chris-orwig]

Kath - I know what you mean. So would you like a video on mobile photography or making the switch from mobile to a "big" camera and how to achieve the same or better results?

[@kendallruth1348]

I know you’ve covered it in different a context but I am always trying to sort out what the best lens set I should carry into a shoot. There’s a go-to set. And then anything specific to context - shooting outside vs indoors, portrait vs. action or landscape or candid, etc. At least that is what comes to mind today:)

[@chris-orwig]

I would love to do some "gear talk but not for tech-y people" kind of videos. Thanks!

[@sergeverbanck7238]

Hi Chris, I would really like to learn how you can create the most scharp picture possible. I'm a interior photographer and need very scharp images, without noise... Is there some kind of trick in Lightroom... Thanks, Serge

[@chris-orwig]

serge - definitely. there are some "tricks" to achieving that. thanks for the ideas!

[@MannyGoncalves]

I would like to make more sharp images. And the limitations of cropping without too much noise. Thanks

[@chris-orwig]

got it - thanks!

[@jimcostello2401]

Remove noise in one of my many problems especially in low light and Thanks

[@chris-orwig]

yes - that would be a great topic! do you have any sample images you can share so i can get more of an idea of what you're thinking?

[@DavidThomas-kl6rb]

How to edit portraits in Lightroom and how and when to edit portraits in Photoshop instead

[@debalbe22]

How to process images RAW to WOW, especially pertaining to wildlife.

[@chris-orwig]

Cool idea, thanks, Deborah!

[@debalbe22]

@@chris-orwig I look forward to it

[@jasonstedry1490]

I have a Sony A6000 camera and my struggle is how to capture moving subjects with what is the best camera settings to use. I do not see much of anyone with a Sony A6000 and what camera setting to use. I use Aperture and no longer using Auto. Thanks.

[@chris-orwig]

Thanks, Jason!

[@glorianiblett344]

How to change the background in a photo.

[@chris-orwig]

studio or outdoors?

[@loripalmer8215]

I would like to learn more about composites and creating artistic images, not just a good photo.

[@chris-orwig]

great idea. thanks!

[@denniskulikowski1125]

I would like to see more videos 0n importing into Lightroom,

[@chris-orwig]

good call. thanks!

[@sarahjesey3243]

How to edit pictures by famous programs such as Picsart .. lightroom ..

[@chris-orwig]

got it!

[@charlesschinner1027]

Hey Chris How about how to find clients that are willing to pay for photography? While technique abounds, not so for how to attract clients. Cheers

[@chris-orwig]

ahhhh yes, the old question of how do we convert passion into profit. i've added this onto my list. any particular type of photography / client you are thinking of? and what type of photography do you do?

[@charlesschinner1027]

@@chris-orwig Or are we starving artists? Would be helpful to find effective advertising methods for people pictures (portraits, headshots, engagement...not weddings...

[@mtss-1959]

How to use an advanced flash as for instance Nikon SB 900 ...

[@chris-orwig]

yes... i definitely need to do something on lighting. thanks!

[@TiffanyLAWard]

i wanna learn more about mobile phopgraphy and how to spice the photo in a super creative way.

[@chris-orwig]

Thanks, Tiffany!

[@jesusobando]

Photoshop Masking

[@chris-orwig]

Thanks, Jesus!!

[@alisonwishart3606]

#5

[@chris-orwig]

Thanks for the feedback Alison!!

[@artsiberia99]

Hello. I'm wander what what do you think about mobile photograpy and shuting in raw on mobile phone.

[@chris-orwig]

love doing that! raw on the mobile is epic. i do hope to create some videos on mobile capture. anything in particular you'd like to see?

[@artsiberia99]

@@chris-orwig Yes, Do you use mobile lenses? I also have a question about masking. It's a lot of quick masking methods on KZbin. Are there any slow and precise method to mask protruding hair?

[@mealstolearn]

Getting out of creativity rut, less or no motivation to take photos

[@chris-orwig]

ah, my favorite topic. I'd LOVE to dive into that

[@michelbosman1047]

How do you remove dust from your sensor ?

[@chris-orwig]

that is a great question and something i don't know... i always have someone else take care of that for me.

[@AlexVisualMoments96]

this vis is great i would like to ask if yu do long exposur using kase filters i would like to learn a bit more about wildlife/ macro as looking for a lens for either one or both styles of photography i use affinity photo software to edt my photos would like to know how to get my hotos out there more ad hoefully maybe sell more prints

[@chris-orwig]

alex - thanks for the ideas.

[@AlexVisualMoments96]

@@chris-orwig its ok do u use instagram if so would be interested to ask if be ok for u to share my page to hopefully help me sell more prints if o to ask but also where r u based or from

[@chris-orwig]

@@AlexVisualMoments96 i do, but i don't ever share stuff like that... cheers.

[@glorianiblett344]

How to add a missing person in a group picture.

[@chris-orwig]

ah yes... this is a unique challenge. in what kind of setting - family photo, wedding, corporate?

[@glorianiblett344]

How to smooth out frizzy hair.

[@chris-orwig]

that's a great idea and it's really hard! thanks for the idea and the challenge.

[@bmwbob51]

How to see photo ops differently

[@chris-orwig]

can you explain more?