Honest Advice For YOU And Your Photography

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[@johnbentley1056]

Thank you for sharing William. Your words are relevant to us all but especially to me. I am 66 and have been taking photographs since my teens. I have recently been diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's and I am in the process of relearning, rediscovering photography. I can no longer travel to remote locations or go bushwalking like I used to. So I spend time wondering around my local parks and gardens. each time I go out is a new experience. I find mirrorless cameras and the choice of lens too complex and overwhelming. My solution is to revert to pocket cameras (Canon SX730 and Olympus TG6). This has allowed me to continue to engage in photography and it is like being a beginner all over again. I have forgotten where I was taking this. I apologize for rambling but wanted to say that I find you words and images inspirational. Many thanks.

[@brodygamble6002]

Good luck with your journey John. I hope getting back out with a camera fills you with positive feelings and puts a spring in your step!

[@johnbentley1056]

@@brodygamble6002 Thank you

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

You inspire me John. I’m glad you’re still getting out there mate. Keep seeking those fleeting moments of light and beauty. PS where is home for you?

[@johnbentley1056]

@@WilliamPatinoPhotography Thank you.

[@mattbibbings]

True words. Spot on. With KZbin full of "try this one thing" click bait, this is a breath of fresh air.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks a lot Matt.

[@sharonhaasbroek7464]

Your words and work are so appreciated. Thank you!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thank you Sharon 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@dvillaret74]

As others have said, you are a breath of fresh air in the stale world of KZbin. An inspiration.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

I'm happy to contribute and thankful for your viewing.

[@joanhuggett5164]

Write a book, William. Please let us have a book with these beautiful images and I've no doubt you can still recall the stories that go with each one. Pre-ordering right now. This is a very serious William. Love you man. Congrats 30K... wish it was 3M.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Stay tuned 😉💚

[@jaxrcexplorer]

@@WilliamPatinoPhotography 🤞

[@pauldarville3843]

Honest and real, thanks William!!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thank you! 🙏🏻☺️

[@yolandawiersma8180]

Thanks for your honesty and wisdom Will!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

🙏🏻🙏🏻☺️☺️

[@yajlemag1]

I’ll be 80 this summer and have been endowed with a joy of photography since I was 12. Only in the past decade have I truly embraced a passion for creating with a lens and have begun to understand the essential nature of the art form. And you hit the absolute essence of the experience: be here now ... be in the moment that your eyes and understanding yield a vision that may be possible to shape with whatever equipment and skill -- at whatever level. It’s a process that continues throughout the full spectrum of being alive and aware. This morning while sitting the bathroom, i noticed my all white, plastic hearing aid charger was open a half centimeter with two tiny green leds glowing in the dark within -- a perfect robot head. I repositioned an antique Japanese carved wooden bear holding a salmon in its mouth to look back at the glowing eyes, grabbed the tripod, camera, remote release and a hand held variable temp LED to fill the bear’s dark wood face and then started laughing at the situation. It was the most fun I've had taking a picture in six months. Thank you for your fine summation of the reality of the creative process.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Haha love that story mate. Thanks for sharing and for the support 🙏🏻

[@gerriecoenen2778]

Thank you for this inspirational and honest words 🙏🙏🙏

[@jaxrcexplorer]

Wow... now this is profound... truly. I see your "work" your "art" and I must say I feel "gobsmacked" by it all! But what I feel is most remarkable is you. I've never known anyone quite like you. In the movie "THE WAY... Tom's life reflects the central theme of the movie: that the life you live - the experiences you seek, the relationships you build, the knowledge you acquire, the spirituality you explore, and the journey of faith you walk - is more important than the ways others try to define us, or how we too often define ourselves ...". I sense that spirituality is in you and expressed in all you do... It's truly a blessing to know and learn from you... stay blessed and please keep us posted! 🙏

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks for those incredible words mate, it means so much and it’s a privilege to share my life and this art with kind people like yourself. Thank you.

[@reneepatino7804]

So proud of the man you are and how you are so honest. You inspire so many people. We love you! x

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Couldn't do it without you x

[@johnthomasdoyle1964]

Thanks for the chat Will, your words speak volumes, so inspiring and true. Keep up the great work.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks legend :)

[@adam.bilton]

This is what I needed to hear today. totally agree

[@TheGoneTownFoundation]

This was by far the most impactful, inspiring, and beautiful video I have ever watched. I am a 17 year old photographer, and have been doing photography my whole life. while on my journey, have felt the exact same feeling that you described. There was a point where I didn't feel like my photos were enough. But this video alone has given me an new and inspired outlook on each shot I take. so all I have left to say is, thank you.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

So pleased to hear that. Thank you!

[@Wklambert]

I hope this doesn't come off as odd, but Will, I love your mind. These chats... I appreciate you letting us in a little bit. Sometimes, there are things that go unsaid. Folks making their way without any guidance, can listen to these words an know, it's OK. The pressure we put on ourselves in our journey can make us feel somewhat overwhelmed. I stumbled on a new location last weekend. I struggled to get a good composition, but I could see images everywhere. I was putting too much pressure on myself to create something. Anything. I decided to take a step back, and revisit the location without a camera. (It is in the truck, but not with me.) This place is beautiful. I am going to go and enjoy the nature there. I will take my time, and will document what speaks to me. After this video, I know I am not crazy. It isn't just me. Sometimes, flying solo... you question yourself. I know I do daily. These types of vids help to ensure me that I am in very good company. Thanks for sharing Will!!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thank you mate, I really appreciate your words. 🙏🏻

[@conniequinton371]

What you shared is bang on. Thank you. Sometimes i stretch myself & try to find compositions in the most difficult locations. Hard but not always impossible.

[@docwou]

Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts and feelings, William. All is so true what you are saying.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

My pleasure mate thank you

[@rosssayer6524]

Amazing collection of images William, you should be very proud of what you have achieved. Sometimes sitting in nature waiting for the fog to lift clears the mind of all those unwanted distractions that have built up inside. Just appreciate your weekly videos which inspire us to get out whenever the chance arises, the tips, tricks and just feeling the vibe when you are out in nature capturing that elusive image. Thank You. Love those new images especially the forth one in, Brilliant.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks so much Ross

[@stuartbell3666]

Talking to you is talking to me, beautifully spoken and explained, stay strong mate.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thank you mate

[@GaryCunninghamyouareenough]

Thank you for this, William 🙏📸

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

My pleasure mate. Thanks.

[@denisesavage2382]

Yeah, bang on!

[@jackiedawson6359]

Gosh, I listened to your words and it was like you were describing my photography journey and my life as it is now. I am currently in the place where I have lost my passion and focus far too much on the technical things. I long to feel the excitement that I once did, seeing beauty in almost everything I looked at. I am at the point where if all things don't align like weather, time etc I just don't bother. So, I am going to take that step back like you suggested and just get myself out there and just start enjoying the "being out there" like I used to. I know I will find my old self again. Thanks William. I absolutely adore you and your work. You are a true gem.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thank you Jackie. I hope you can put it into practice and start to see again ☺️🙏🏻

[@glennwadlegih1896]

You are a constant inspiration. Thank you

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks a million

[@Kelly-gn7vr]

I really appreciate your honesty and was beautifully put. Thank you

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@trevorboosey1336]

This is without doubt the most inspiring video I have ever watched!! Thank you

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@maryvoorwinde9380]

It blows my mind, I’ve been in that mindset for the last 12mths! Mum and dad passed away last year and I’ve lost my way! Thank you Will. Your words couldn’t have come at a better time! So authentic and true. I appreciate you sharing, time to dust off the old gear and connect with nature again 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

I’m sorry to hear. Time in nature will do you well. Get out there and don’t have any expectations. Just soak it up.

[@stevemeier7876]

I do photography for the luv and what I get out of it.....if I get a image then thats great .......great Vid again Will.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Cheers mate

[@sailaway2freedom]

Wonderful talk William, these are words I needed to hear. Your work is an awesome inspiration; my work, is a personal spiritual journey. Thank you. I’m enjoying your course by the way. 😊

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thank you so much mate 🙏🏻

[@MichaelRoninTV]

Very well said, it reminds me of a saying I always hear and use myself: "It's not about the destination, it's about the journey". Most of the best photos i've taken bring back so many good memories of the adventure of just planning it, getting there, shooting it, etc.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Exactly. Thanks mate 👊🏻

[@JuliaJohnstonPhotos]

Such wise and inspiring words, thanks so much for making this video as a reminder to us all no matter what path we are on. Absolutely timeless advice. 🙏

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thank you Julia :)

[@richardfoot]

100% agree with you thanks for sharing

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks mate

[@florafaunachannel]

Hello! Thanks for your hard work! The best channel about landscape photography! Everything is very beautiful, useful, simple and clear! Success and prosperity! 😊

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Very kind, thank you!

[@barbarachamberlain6918]

Thank you for this wisdom!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

You are so welcome

[@simonmcginley7062]

Beautifully said.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thank you kindly

[@brianeastwood9235]

Wow William you could have been speaking about me. I used to love photography and getting out to shoot, for me it was the seashore that was my happy place. Then I started shooting with competitions in mind and never being satisfied, and slowly the enjoyment of photography faded. Then I just went for a walk on the beach, the camera was with me, but I just took shots of what interested me without any consideration for competitions. At the end of the day, I was so much happier with what I had taken than I had been for a long time.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Glad you found the right mindset. Keep enjoying those walks ☺️🙏🏻

[@francoispecheur4359]

So much wisdom and vulnerability, you're a true artist mate, true to your heart as always. I find that the best shots come out of the days I lower/remove any expectations (whether good or bad). Trust the process, and the process will surprise you in return.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks a lot mate. Appreciate it.

[@gitamemmena]

Thank you for this honest and sincere talk. Yes, it is all about journey and being true ourselves. For me for more than 20 years nature photography is freedom, joy and beeing me. And I do believe that I will live just with beeing in process of Life and photography 100%.

[@SaraWC72]

Thankyou Will, we are all on our own journey but your words of wisdom are helping me on mine 🙏❤️

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

That means a lot Sara thank you :) :)

[@bryandavidphotography]

Thanks for sharing this William. It's a good reminder. For me landscape photography is about one or all of three things. The amazing location I find myself in, the adventure it took to get there and lastly the mates you are shooting with. I can look at any of my photos and tell you anything about those three points. But with trying to increase my social and starting doing vlogs, it's easy to lose sight. I had a moment a couple of weeks ago while editing photos and a vlog of Roy's Peak. My focus had been on getting good images for social media. As I watched back my vlog, the emotions hit me. I looked at the images and I realised what I had achieved that morning just getting up Roy's and it hit me, what I had witnessed up there. That refocused me on why I love shooting. For me. Not for the likes. Appreciate your work mate. You are inspiring.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks mate. Appreciate it 🙏🏻👊🏻

[@markelroy7774]

love your story. right message at the right time

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thank you mate.

[@Trish12303]

Thank you William, this was very well said. We are most often our own worst critic. I think that lends to self doubt and feelings of giving up. Your words were very inspirational.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks that means a lot ☺️🙏🏻

[@yang3300]

You talk very well,thank you📸

[@nomadictimbo9185]

Thanks for this video Will. You're right in so many ways and this was great advice not only for photography, but also life in general.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Appreciate it mate, thanks!

[@L8chasr]

Wonderful. Thank you!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thank you too!

[@LeeAllen337]

I find just getting out, having no plan on what to photograph, I end up finding things I wouldn't have ever thought of. It makes it more fun.

[@LuckyPiano]

Very lovely message and beautiful images as always!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@oliviaoliver4123]

Awesome video! Thank you. Love all your videos which I discovered on Vero. I just turned 80 and have traveled by boat and RV most of my life. Now that my energy level is somewhat subdued and my ability to travel is limited (no RV), I have moments that I struggle with motivation. When I do get out, I am energized and thrilled. I understood every word you said and really appreciated this video. I'm still obsessed with photography and love editing and learning new techniques. I travel vicariously with you wonderful KZbin photographers. Thanks again!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

What a blessing to share all this with you and have it be incorporated into your life. Thank you 🙏🏻🙏🏻☺️

[@michaelmurphy9846]

thoughtful as usual. Enjoyed it.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@timsalton]

We need to hear more of this and more importantly make sure to make ourselves aware of it every time before we go out and shoot until it really sticks. Looking back on a day out shooting the best part rarely is an actual image. It's about the time well spent on my feet and seeing and noticing new things of places I thought I was already familiar with

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Well said. Thanks a lot brother 🙏🏻👊🏻

[@joellenos9119]

This is beautiful wisdom, Will. I am so happy I have spent some time with you. I have learned so much and I honestly feel my photography went up a whole new level. I am forever your student.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

It was a pleasure. Loved your energy and passion mate. Thank you and come back anytime 🙏🏻☺️

[@hardimoto7125]

thank you man...I'm in Teary Eye..

[@radim_spitzer_seascapes]

You truly are a gem, mate! Honesty and integrity at its best! Can't wait to see every single one of your new vlogs or images! Wishing you all the best, and hopefully I'll be able to meet you in person one day!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻

[@gussa23]

I feel inspired after this. It just seems so obvious to just take in nature as it is after your words. Been trying to take photos of early spring for weeks without results. It is just dead trees, twigs and gray scale everywhere. I can't force a picture in those conditions no matter how hard I try. I should just bring my camera in case I stumble across a composition, more so right now and I guess moving on aswell.

[@ginomazzaferro8122]

of all the vids I've watched recently, I have gotten the most inspiration from this one. Almost all of the others deal with the more technical aspects of photograpghy, editing, gear, etc. Your words and ideas really struck a chord for me. We all strive for :"improvement" or wider acceptance of our work. But as you say, the process itself is as important as the product. Thanks for this vid. It really cheered me up, and helped me re-focus.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Appreciate those words, thank you ☺️🙏🏻

[@Robert-ko6wr]

Nice talk. Very nicely done, sir. And so very relevant. I've been photographing for 54 years and sometimes I forget to be in the moment where all the joy in any endeavor resides. Thanks for reminding me young fella.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks for your following Rob 🙏🏻

[@amberlhall]

Great advice! I recently experienced this as well. Too focused on the idea and the goal and the costs… rather than the process. ❤

[@thomassch.4110]

Your words resonate with my situation 100%. I'm always planning for the next amazing trip to the next beautiful location, that I sometimes forget what it's all about. When I'm on those trips, I find myself often in total stress trying to fulfill my own expectations - not rarely disappointed that not everything was going according to my plans. I'll focus more on the moment and try not to get too hung up on my excessive planning 😅 Thanks a lot for those wise words! Really appreciate your content, mate 👍👍

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Much appreciated. Hope the new mindset brings a greater satisfaction 🙏🏻

[@gurdeepkhosa3055]

Thanks for the the content you produce and words mate, goes a long way 🤙🏼

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks friend 🙏🏻

[@davidcookphotography]

Thank you William. Your work and words are an inspiration. Never doubt yourself

[@ciprianpopica]

Words of wisdom and at the perfect timing for me. I am at that point when I want to return to photography full time, but not having the gear I wish I had. So I kept postponing this and stressing out that things don't work quite as I wish they would. But then is so true... when I go out to take a photo, even just for fun... it feels so good and makes me remember why I like it so much. So this video was more like... a kick in the back to stop thinking too much and just enjoy it 😁. Cheers and thanks for sharing this.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Get there and enjoy it mate. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@ciprianpopica]

@@WilliamPatinoPhotography That's the plan 😁🙏🙏

[@rocketmanab]

Great video, and great message. Every photographer should check this out.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks a lot 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@davidligon6088]

Your work is just amazing! While I am enjoying the journey, I am motivated by photographers like you showing what is possible. Thank you!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

My pleasure thanks david 🙏🏻

[@vhobus]

Thank you very much for this profound reflection! I've been thinking about this for a while, and on my last photo outing, I was able to experience this. It really was much more pleasurable, and looking at the images now, they connect me much more to the moment. It's truly inspiring to hear your reflection! Greetings from Brazil

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Really glad to hear. Thanks a lot 🙏🏻

[@JonathanRobinson11]

Great post!

[@studiotelaportraiture]

Virtual Hug! Thank you for this video, William!❤

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

☺️☺️☺️

[@NeilArthurs]

A wonderful selection of images and the beautiful sentiment throughout the video.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks for watching mate

[@jimgrantham6139]

Wow! Bingo....

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

👊🏻🙏🏻

[@lead-dog]

Very good talk William. As I get close to 80 I can confirm that your advice is really spot on. Easy for me to accept though than a person half my age. Thanks.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks so much for the support 🙏🏻

[@halstewart3650]

In late life, it's a real pleasure to revisit old photographs that you have forgotten long ago. At 80, with 4 months at home post-surgery and dealing with other physical limitations, I'm glad I took a camera with me during those years. Advances in post-processing software have helped improve images like I couldn't image years ago. Thanks for your thoughts.

[@debbieharry-clarke2918]

So true. Your creativity happens when your heart sings.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@SeanPepper672]

I do admire your work flow Will!! something that I try and do since taking your course is hold off posting images and revisit. Love the new work bud 🤘🤟

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks a lot legend 🙏🏻☺️

[@aleksandrakruger1290]

Your honesty and integrity is really what drew me to your channel and then consequently to get your Landscape Photography Masterclass Pack. Thank you for being real in a world of fakery and deception.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

It truly means a lot, thank you so much

[@AperturetoZoom]

So glad I found your channel, I am very early in my photography journey and your words have made such a difference. Well said and great work. I lived in Auckland for 21 years and am now on the Gold Coast, hoping to hone my craft in the Hinterland and share some epic pics of the place. Although spending a lot of time in the South Island is very high on my list. 👍🏽

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks a lot. You’ll find some great subject matter around there. Hope you enjoy the rest of the channel. Thanks 💪🏼🙏🏻

[@aftereffectsgeek]

Great video, thanks for making it and your honesty. It’s helped me.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks mate

[@jonvause9883]

Good one Will. Awesome.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks!

[@stanleyjacobson2617]

I needed this....

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks mate. Keep getting out there. It’ll come to you.

[@DaveBerthiaume]

Well said. I sometimes have to remind myself that my #1 love is being out in nature. Photography is secondary.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

My pleasure. Thanks Dave 🙏🏻

[@ElizabethGaddPhotography]

This. This this this this. Is the kind of video and words that resonate the most with me. Exactly what I needed to hear (and probably need to hear every month because it's just so easy to forget, haha). It can be so easy to get stuck because it just becomes too overwhelming to keep striving for better and better, especially after 15 years already dedicated the craft. 😂 But little reminders like this take me right back to the heart of it, what made me fall in love with photography in the first place - just putting yourself out there, in the way of nature, and letting art happen organically as the inspiration comes. The best and most freeing feeling. 🥰 Thanks for this heartfelt reminder, Will! I'm inspired now, hehe.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks so much Liz, really appreciate your support and always enjoyed and respected your work. I'm not surprised you resonate with this. Just keep being you and follow your heart :)

[@ramnoham593]

Thank you for tis inspiring video. It is very hard to "free your mind", as you say, BUT it's very hard. I'm working on it.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Leave the camera at home next time. Then you’ll be free and start to see again.

[@georgebowden6748]

Hi Will & Hello from Oz, thankyou so much for that talk. I'm in my mid (almost late 70's) & have been a huge admirer of your work since finding you on KZbin. You have God's gift of seeing images in things that a lot of us fail to see & I dream of getting images that you would call failures but it's my love of being out with my camera that keeps me going. To hear your words only inspires me more to enjoy & try to improve but without the added pressure. Cheers Mate

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

It means a lot to have your support. Thank you George, keep getting out there mate.

[@genemaitland2892]

That was deep, Will...thanks. And after 10 years (and counting) in photography, it was, in fact, just what I needed to hear...

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Much appreciated friend, thank you.

[@teeeenyfifi]

I’ve actually been wondering about you and this specific topic over the last few months. I have not been inspired much and I wondered how you keep yourself going, but I knew the answer anyway! I’ve found it tough to get out because memories everywhere but when I do I really can lose myself and not have to think about anything but that moment, addictive! The only part I don’t so much enjoy is uploading to a platform, but I know to keep it ticking over as when you need it (like with the petition) it’s good to have.. and also like to be part of a community of sorts… anyway I’ll stop rambling haha.. there’s some absolutely spectacular work in your portfolio so even if you did feel pressured any of the time, it doesn’t show 🙂

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks as always Fiona. Try doing scheduled posts for socials. Much easier to set and forget :)

[@woflgangdurst6752]

Couldn't agree more with you! I too felt the urge and desire to get out and always get great images. That shouldn't be the main focus. The importance is to enjoy the presence of nature and your inner peace while you are out shooting pictures. Good, bad or none at all. Wolfgang

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@ShannanCrow]

Appreciate the honesty and genuine sentiments you shared in this. Wise words shared around embracing the journey

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Cheers brother 👊🏻

[@ryankingrules94]

Awesome perspective man!

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Appreciate it!

[@johnpouw3352]

Could not agree more . I often struggle with motivation, forcing myself to take photos when the mood is not there but the pressure to achieve is. One of my best experiences was deciding at 10PM to jump in the van with my 9 year old son, drive 2 hours to Nugget Point, sleep in the van and get up for sunrise photos of the lighthouse. The experience, the moment of being there at the break of day with my son, his camera on his tripod also is something I will never forget. I was very pleased with the images but the experience is something that makes those photos connect with me in a much deeper way. Great content William, all the best. John Pouw, Invercargill.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Legend. Thanks a lot mate 🙏🏻

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

Nice video. Important message 👍

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks mate.

[@johnchambers6272]

Wise words Will and put across so well. Landscape photography is so much about the experience and enjoying that moment in nature. A good photo doesn't happen on every occasion but when it does it is the icing on the cake.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Appreciate it John, thanks mate.

[@SelaphielGodsAngel]

Hands down the most comforting relaxing photography video I've watched yet !! I love your theory, love your ethics, thanks for sharing such a comfortable and moving description. BRAVO

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks so much for that. It is a pleasure.

[@jancurtis7827]

Excellent advice! Thanks, your honesty is refreshing.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

My pleasure. Thank you.

[@forgedfromfreedom]

My biggest obstacle to photography is the horrendous technical impediment known as social media algorithms. I can’t make any headway at all and people simply don’t see my work, no matter what I try. Being an artist with nowhere to exhibit the art, is tragic in its own ways.

[@timmcneillyphotography]

Wise words mate, not just for photography but for life in general. We live in a time where overwhelm and self-doubt is always knocking on the door to get in if we let it. So important to stop, take a breath and remember the why.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Cheers mate 🙏🏻👊🏻

[@juanitakelly3082]

Yes, let nature come to you and surprises will come!

[@dirkgibbens377]

This is why it’s such a blessing to have come across your channel, why I am so enjoying your KZbin videos and Master Classes, and why I am so happy to support what you’re doing.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

And it truly means a lot to me. Thank you again mate!

[@izam2628]

So very true - best times are always those with no expectations and when you have fun , curiosity and appreciation as well as a sense of wonder …..and food !!! Never forget food !!! 😅great words Will - you are one of a few people that has the gift of inspiring others even when they don’t know they need it just by being you ! Warm hugs to you and your beautiful fam xxx

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Gotta have the food 😂 thank you so much Iza ☺️☺️🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@samnaomiking407]

Great video Will.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Thanks :)

[@mikebartow9415]

Nice video. I enjoyed the log side chat. I experience that burn out once or twice a year. My solution is just go out and like you said with no preconceived ideas. I compare it to being like a sponge. A sponge is not very useful until it absorbs first. Carry on, mate.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Well said. Usually hits me a couple times a year. The solution is always the same yet it’s easy to drift. Cheers Mike.

[@elliotfletcher8842]

I have a major appreciation for your perspectives on Photography. You have helped me immensely in my own endeavors to explore the art over the last 2.5 years. Similar thoughts have helped me dial in my focus and experience peace in the outdoors; immortalizing those moments are the added benefit.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

It means a lot to hear that. Thank you Elliot.

[@louisburley1597]

This video needs to be shared like wildfire. I don’t think about getting better much anymore but rather I just try to keep it fun and interesting. What hit me is I couldn’t upgrade my storage so I deleted almost 1.5TB of raw files. Because they were preconceived ideas that just didn’t work. I wasn’t moved or attached to them. The 0.5 I kept I have backed up because those moments are rare and I just wandered around letting the landscape come to me. It was in Arizona, I did not know the area one bit which meant I had no end goals to get to. It was just wander and shoot. Those photos are on my wall and more from there need to end up on my wall. William this video is just spot on.

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Solid mate, thanks so much. All the support means a lot.

[@timshields8720]

Ahhh the old classic "we need to talk" ... hang on, let me get myself a coffee...

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

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