How I learnt to make more Meaningful Portraits

[@hendrikvandermerwe5655]

Dear Sean, I have been a fan of yours for some time now. I live in Pretoria, South Africa. I am a single dad of an almost 12-year old boy, Henk. I made one very special portrait of my mom when she was staying with us. My objective was to make a photograph of her to remind me how I knew her. Every evening she sat with me while I was working, doing needle work and that was how I wanted to remember her. I said to her just continue and ignore me. I also had a one light setup from above. I took a few shots as she was working and then I had it. Sadly a few month after she passed away. The image was printed A1 size and now I can celebrate her every day! To me it was the best photograph I ever made! Thank you for inspiring us and sharing. Kind regards Hendrik van der Merwe

[@paulodefeyter]

What a nice thing to do.... You were a lucky one, Hendrik! Are you a Belgian or Dutch descendant? (Because of your name...)

[@seemantadutta]

Photography is not about megapixels and f-stops. It is is about communicating your vision. Before discovering this channel I was about the former. Now I am all about the latter. Bravo, Sean! Your videos inspire me not only to be a better photographer and but also a better man.

[@davidwoods80]

Sean; what is the best image anyone has shot of YOU? Knowing what you know, knowing what you've said, I'd love to see that photo.

[@thelastdiaries9936]

Great question. Pity he didn't reply :)

[@ficklefox2171]

Bump! Sean please answer!

[@eyedeally5981]

Not sure what his personal favorite is, but I remember Fiona Larkins took a great one of him

[@chrisalvino812]

This is the best photography channel on KZbin. Your authenticity cuts through all the crap. I've been learning so much from your videos and have been inspired to dig deeper into my own photography. Thank you!

[@NicholasLaDuePhotography]

I just want to say how much I truly appreciate your videos.

[@marklambert7734]

very considered, reflective and open analysis of your development - the narrative is certainly relevant well beyond photography, thanks

[@dipanjalikhakhlary7747]

The more I keep watching your videos the clearer I get to my vision. I can't thank you enough for being such a gret mentor.

[@korysmouse3800]

Sean, this brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for posting this.

[@realestatephotovideoshawns1177]

Nobody talks about the journey like you! As a photographer for the past 30 years, and then some, always trying to make a living with my camera. So much of that passion has just disappeared. I only have a few photos of people that meant a lot to me. Some of them I look back at very fondly. Keep up the great work! And thank you.

[@nilsdettmann55]

What I really like about you is that you do your thing. It seems like you don't care too much about what others think of you and I feel that is the right way to go though life.

[@rogerwyatt3246]

Every once and a while someone lights up a flare that illuminates an important part of the road ahead. That someone for a lot of creative image makers is you, Sean. We’re all Wayfaring Strangers journeying along our paths. Going stale can be devastating for a creative without the tools to make it through to the next phase. As Bruce Springsteen puts it “you walk on through the dark because that’s where the next morning is.” Your comments today give us all a route through the darkness of doubt. BTW, great technique on this compilation video. I’m impressed by how your filmmaking technique have grown by leaps and bounds. Outstanding.

[@seantuck]

Thanks Roger, that's very kind, on all counts.

[@isabellabuson5512]

Watching your videos cleanse my soul. Thank you.

[@lomeroger4101]

Dear Seam, I have been watching your videos for many years and I never got tired of them. It's easy to say that technically, your videos are well made and worth watching, however, but there's something about it that strongly catches my attention and touches me deeply. I graduated in photography in Toronto - Ca but now I live in Japan where I own a studio and I always try to bring to my work the same sense of humility, truth, gratitude, love, and respect for the craft that I perceive in you through your videos. Of course, I don't know you and you might be a completely different person but as I said, that's how I perceive you. I'm 47 and my wife is 41; both from different cultures, with her being Japanese, and we always watch your videos together and share the same opinion. With that being said, I sincerely would like to congratulate you for your talent, for your work, and for being generous enough in sharing it with us. I hope you stay safe, patient, and inspired in this turbulent time were living in. it will go away and we, the photographer, will play an important role in registering and telling this part of our history through our images. Best regards, Roger.

[@JeffWalshPhotography]

Fuck Sean, everything you said has been in my mind for months and months. I didn't know how to articulate it, but listening to you here has struck so deep in me. My big take away "What are you trying to say?" What is it that I want to say in my work? And further, and this is the impact this video had on me, when I look at my current work and ask "What was I trying to say," the answer unfortunately is "Nothing." I just took the photo because it was neat, or pretty, but no real message, no real depth from my end. Thank you, this is massive for me. Appreciate the work and willingness to put out these videos. If you're ever in the Los Angeles, CA area please hit me up. I'd love to say thank you face to face.

[@alexoverton99]

Thanks for you sincerity , taking the time to share, with warm regards.

[@HowTheNovelStarts]

Beautiful essay. Over the years I developed a mantra for my own work (as a writer), which is, "Write your values." So whenever a story isn't working, a scene goes sideways, a character doesn't feel right, it's often because there's a disconnect between who I am and what I'm trying to say. After noticing that, the shift happens, and the rewrites begin. I'm still working on it, but more and more of my work aligns more closely with the kind of art I want to put into the world. It also affects what I consume and how I consume it.

[@seantuck]

Great advice, thanks.

[@annemudadi]

I have tried photography because I love it. But your videos have helped me improve my life in general. I am always on your channel to help myself to be creative and learn how to be a better version of myself. Your videos go beyond photography.

[@debbydhill]

I see why you like their photography. I had chills that just kept coming in waves, powerful images and powerful people.

[@Ducanralf]

Sean just found your content last week,after a minute had no choice but to join your journey.Stunning mindset and value (out of photography) as well👊🏾😎.Greetings from Moscow Russia 🇷🇺

[@firstname405]

Same! I'm a filmmaker and one of Sean's filmmaking videos popped up in my recommended last week. I have since gone back and watched every video from the start. I love his vibe and his ethic. Truly inspiring!

[@theyogispod]

I am not a photographer. And I learn so much from you. Which makes it clear to me that you are so much more than a photographer. Thank you Sean for making this content. Please continue to do so. It is of immense help to me and I am sure many other people people feel the same way.

[@liammccabe05]

I understand your reluctance to be too declarative about what does and does not make great portraits, because it's art and thus incredibly subjective, but when I saw the groups of three portraits of each of the men from your early life there was an intangible something mroe to them that really struck me. Fantastic job, and as someone who is getting back into photography for the first time in a long while and only really starting to take it seriously now, I've taken this as a really valuable lesson. Thanks!

[@xuanami]

Yay! You posted! Sean always have the wisest words! “If it’s worth it, it should take time.” I think we all struggle with finding meaning in our work and it’s so nice to to have you explain what meaningful work looks like. Thank you! ☺️👍

[@TakenbyTasneem]

" Be kind to yourself..." This statement means the most to me because it's been almost 9 years since I started shooting, with 5 of them in a hiatus that felt more like a rut...so now that I've moved from Canon to Sony mirrorless, I feel like I've truly started over again, but I also struggle with feeling like I should be better and further along although I haven't consistently been shooting to show for it. Thank you so much for everything you've shared. My Director at work told me about you and that you had great work, but I didn't expect to have so much shift for me with so many understandings about myself and my work and what's been stopping me...until now. I appreciate you and look forward to getting to the rest of your videos.

[@jonpen99]

Sean, Thank you for making these videos. I came to them having recently picked up a GRiii. I was looking for set up tips when I found your channel. As I’m sure you’ve heard before, I came to learn more about photography but I come back for your insights into art and life, dare I say wisdom. Again, thank you.

[@shrisarda]

Sean, I work with organisations and businesses and have found that collectively and sharply articulating purpose of the organisation is almost a magically transformative event. It changes everything while nothing really (operationally) changes. Unlikely to be able to express how this video is so amazing on so many levels. Thank you for the very personal and raw glimpse into your journey.

[@iBalushi]

Wonderful video. Exactly what I needed now, as a designer and photographer. Injecting more meaning to what you do instead of just adding techniques - "what do you want to say?". If its worth it, it should take time. And would like to point out how wonderful you treated the people in the village giving them full respect when taking their photo.. It shows who you are as a good person mashallah Much love from Oman ❤️

[@Muchtoobizy]

Sean - you never cease to amaze me with your videos. They are a combination of therapy, photography tuition, a trigger for some personal soul searching and probably a few other things that I cannot articulate. I was also a lost soul as a child who found a mentor in my teens, so I understand how important those three men were to you and your love for them clearly radiates from those portraits. You have a considerable ability to communicate with people, which is how you come to have almost 400k subscribers and so many positive heartfelt comments. But the photo sessions you described of those tribal women, who showed up for a brief moment and then left after one single exposure, did not exploit your personal talent as a communicator. The magic of the three mentor portraits is the fact that you have so much love and gratitude for those people. Those portraits are not really about those three men, (almost nothing about who they are is revealed). The portraits are about you and your relationship with them and as such, they are self-portraits in many ways. There is clearly a lot of warmth in the images and the bigger story is revealed further in your commentary. Revealing yourself on KZbin is courageous indeed. I, and a lot of other people appreciate it a great deal. So....... thank you. Sincerely.

[@uncommontilinguk7102]

This is the only one KZbin channel that makes me think, I had to watch this in a bigger screen, not just in the mobile. Good job Sean, I love your channel.

[@imaaronross]

After every video, I have to spend serious time reflecting on how I go about what I do. I reflect on my photography but also my relationships and interactions with the world. Thank you for using photography as a vehicle for such powerful messages, reminders, and encouragements.

[@monicahija1075]

I never get bored listening to you. You're not just a great photographer. You're also a great storyteller. You're my favorite photographer - im not kidding. Keep posting videos. :)

[@seantuck]

Thanks Monica:)

[@davidbird7646]

i never thought a video like this would connect with the 15 years old teenager that i am. i feel deeply moved by this video, and really have plans for applying what you said in this video, whether it be about photography or not. thanks!

[@xsh4n400]

Sean, this was an incredibly moving way to interpret your journey so far, and I thought it was so fitting that the men who helped you early on also came back later to help your photography progress. Thanks for all the great content and for changing the way I think about the craft.

[@TheosWelt]

I never ever expected to hear a photographer talk about Ken Wilber or Richard Rohr. Sean, you are a kind of soul photographer and as being a kind of priest of the wilderness for myself this is one of the biggest compliments I can make. Thank you for your work

[@Benjamin_Stark]

This is so touching!

[@wencydobs9934]

Hey Sean, I've got to say, I like your content the way you present yourself and pass your knowledge it just gets to me. Keep up the good work

[@Ducanralf]

Can’t agree more,just saw him for a minute and had to subscribe.Top narrator 👌

[@homesickandwestbound4321]

Literally weeping over your experience of photographing the men who stood in the gap for you where your father should have been. What a touching moment. I love what you do.

[@markquiram9012]

I'm over 30 years in, I can do the pretty pictures in my sleep, but only now am starting to awake to what the soul of an honest portrait is like. For me it is like beginning again and trying hard to make the acquired technical knowledge subordinate to the meaning and spirit of who I am photographing. Perfection is not perfection of technique, it is honesty of mind and heart with the person before my camera.

[@laurynrickman7398]

The way you took a somewhat random and arbitrary conversation with the guy at the printery and transformed your approach to the portraits is incredibly impressive to me. The first set of portraits were really great looking but as you mentioned, not really significant to me as an onlooker. The second set of portraits absolutely astounded me. I love them. I almost feel somewhat close to them even. Although I'm a dancer this video has really made a lightbulb go off for me in terms of the creative process as well as having clearer intentions and more confidence in creating a piece of work. So thank you!! I needed this video.

[@lowdl]

This was touching. Thanks for sharing your story. It hit home for me because I live in Cape Town, South Africa.

[@DanceParis]

Sean, This is great commentary and a great video. Thank you!

[@loadedvideo]

KZbin videos really don't get any better than this one.

[@grootjebbink]

I have shot 120k pictures, because of this video, today I made my first real portrait! I would really thank you for the inspiration and push to stop making just nice pictures and really connect with my subject! Thank you very much!

[@Luca-Zotti]

You made me cry. It was a good cry. all your videos are like a "safety net " that I watch over and over again when I am feeling lost or discouraged in my photography. and for that reason, I do really appreciate all your effort in making them and the value that they bring to my life. Thank you Sean.

[@szz1070]

Sean, watching you always give evoke a certain emotions in me. I'm feeling jaded, stagnant and slowly sinking into the giving up phase in photography. Now I'm a little bit energised. You've been in the business for 15 yrs. I just started last year. I still have a long way to go. Thank you for the inspiration. Would love to get your book, but I'm broke. Have not gotten a job since Mar due to the Covid19 lockdown. I will persevere and carry on.

[@MikeTheDopeToast]

Hey Sean, I was amazed by your thought-provoking KZbin and Instagram videos, and this would be my third video of yours. I look forward to your perspective on varied topics.

[@lioneljimenez8122]

Excellent story

[@lasoeurdelynda]

Thank you so much for what you do. You're a fabulous human. (I cried). I love how fragile, strong, honest, motivational and down to earth you are

[@seantuck]

Thanks Laura:)

[@stephaneg]

Thank god for you Sean and the positivity and inspiration you bring !!

[@joseerazevedo]

I love the way and honesty you talk about life, relations and share your knowledge and wisdom. Technique we can all learn on many chanels, but this kind of sharing I only find here. And that's so much more important than technique. Many, many thanks! My best!

[@Kalama_Llama_King_Kong]

Brother, as a new photographer, just calling in love with light and composition, I am so grateful I found you. Thank you for this story. I have absolutely no technique, but I see the beauty and people, and get lost in them. You are helping me see the possibility that I might be able to show others what I see in them. Again, thank you so much for your content and the story.

[@TakenbyTasneem]

I thought about whenever I saw them. Thank you for sharing this beautiful back story to the portraits.

[@sharonhaasbroek7464]

I deeply respect you as the honest, authentic person that you are. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences with us.

[@edgardoaleman8586]

Wow! Pure wisdom. This channel is unique among all then photography blogs I watch in KZbin every day. Infinite thanks Sean!

[@aubkt7995]

Dear Sean , you are wholesome ! What i learn from you is valuable to my core . You keep pushing me back to myself. Thank you...gratitude.

[@DarylHunt]

Sean I think with your channel and the way you tell your personal stories and how they have influenced your photographic philosophy you have become a mentor to others. I always find at the end of your video that I have so many question to ask myself and lots to think about and reflect on. Thank you for creating such compelling content and food for the soul.

[@Britton0932]

Sean, I started taking photographs about 2 years ago. Starting out is crazy. There is so much to shoot, but at the same time, nothing at all. The photographer that has had the most influence over me and whom I admire most is you. I found a path to grow my photography from these types of videos. From your words. The street images that you produce are truly inspiring. The portraits that you do are simply stunning. I watch other KZbin photographers, and no one, honestly, passes on what it means to be a photographer in the ways that you do. I’m not blowing smoke here. This is me saying “thank you”. I think I would have taken what I’ve learned and accepted that I know how to take good pictures, and left it at that without the passion that you have passed along. Am I a professional photographer? Absolutely not. Am I finding my way to becoming someone that earns money from behind the lens? I hope so. THANK YOU!

[@jbthebaptist]

Sean your depth of insight into yourself and life and photography is profound. It is a privilege to be your friend.

[@johnburrow4124]

Thank you for posting this. I have been wrestling with “why” I take pictures and what “niche” I want to be in. I now understand more clearly that it is vital to experience life and its moments before capturing them with a camera. Not everything I experience has meaning to me, but some does. And that is worth capturing. That meaning comes across to others. Thank you for this reminder.

[@BATUERDEMM]

one of the most beautiful stories I've seen on youtube that actually applies to me on more than a few layers. As a photographer, as a guy that lost his dad at a young age, and many others. thank you sean. I'm currently reading your book. I came across your channel very late but each time I rewatch some videos of yours, they somehow reconnect me to my own intuition. amazing stuff.

[@VladMarinVlog]

You touch my heart. I like watching you, I think I need more sensibility in my life, to feel more and do less. Thank you.

[@imagesbyjk]

Another very timely video for me. I’ve been shooting a lot of “Instagram models” during my slow times. It’s been very valuable in improving my technique and keeping me sharp. But I feel like I need to do something more meaningful. I’ve started shooting more stripped down portraits of the models before we get into the session we’ve planned. The challenge there is the models are so used to posing it can be difficult to get them to drop that and just give me something honest and personal. But I like what I’m getting. I’ve started creating books of my personal work and I think those stripped down portraits might eventually make a great stand alone piece.

[@root9065]

5:05 - 5:14 - you buddy ;) don't change a thing. "Protect your highlights and let the shadows fall where they may" - I'll always remember that. And I learned how to use my AE-L button w/ spot metering on my X-T4 to do just that!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

I absolutely love your videos! Great story and very enlightening :)

[@seantuck]

Thanks my friend.

[@DerekBoy27]

Another wonderful video. I feel you will be a truly great Father, if you're not one already. I can't imagine growing up without a Father. Thank you for your videos.

[@DanielleDeutschTV]

I loved the challenge that presented to you photographing the African villager portraits with just one shot. I wonder how many “westerners” could agree to take that challenge on? The one-shot portrait challenge! 😅😅

[@evkaa]

Hello, I just gotta say that when u started talking about your father, I just felt every word even though I'm a woman, and immediately I knew what was that 'something' about u I felt we have in common. :) And u did a great job with your photography! Looking forward to seeing more.

[@TravellerMonk]

i can't say myself photographer now it will be too early to say this. but days days ago when i saw his few videos no today i felt so many similarities between us also :-)

[@mach_media]

I will never be a complete photographer, thank goodness. You are really good and talking with your shields down Sean, appreciate this and hope it’s something people can take away from your videos.

[@AzraelBloodymore]

Hearing your Story about your father figures was really moving. The metaphor of those man sitting behind you, watching you, is striking. Thanks for your honest approach Sean!

[@allanchege5949]

You've put meaning into my perspective of photography. Thank you!

[@philipallen2730]

Your story resonates it just took me to reach my mid 50s before I learned to feel comfortable in my own skin and communicate myself and not a projection of what I thought people wanted. A portrait to me feels real when I see a story in a face as I did in your mentor portraits and as I did in the pictures of tramps taken by John Free. At 61 I have just started my photographic journey and I hope I will see plenty of stories in plenty of face. GREAT VIDEO AS USUAL

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Such a beautiful Story - thank you for sharing it. If you ever back in South Africa let us know - we based here and would love to connect some time. Keep inspiring the world . And thank you for reminding us to follow and create meaningful work.

[@swimsterx]

What a powerful and beautiful story!

[@randygeene9455]

Sean, the story of you and your father and then the absence of one, broke my heart and built me up. Fathers’ day was yesterday and today watching your stream made me tear up and, again, value your words. The pride, laughter, tears, fondness, anger at times and love that you shared with your mentors, and the world, and meaning that they shared with you are something so important. I am so happy that you had those men, not taking away from anything that your mother did at all, had in your life without reserve. My Dad has always been there. I think of the skills, morals, interactions and compassion that he showed me that I hope to continue to share with my son, who just turned 20...we adopted him at 9 months old. My Dad is 85 and showing signs of alzhiemers but those traits that make him a great man still make him so endearing to me. So, when you speak of influence and commitment and being a role model I think of him. My Dad is not creative artistically but has an appreciation for each of my brothers’ and I, and has always let us be ourselves by making mistakes and supporting our growth. I focus on bird photography and remember showing my Dad a photograph of Northern Saw Whet owl that watched me leave, after spending a few minutes photographing it. I had a sense that it was watching me and when I turned to check it was peaking around the trunk of the small spruce tree watching me go. I snapped one shot and thanked the tiny owl, as I always do. When I told this story and showed my Dad this shot, he took a quick breath and put his hand on my shoulder and smiled. It told a story. He understood. Your mentors and father figures are real....as mine is. That influence that they have on you to be your best and tell a story is very real. Again, Sean, I am inspired by your words and taught to appreciate all that is around me, so that I to, can tell my story.

[@seantuck]

Thanks for such a lovely comment my friend.

[@AnoopChiplunkar]

It's like sitting down with a guy listening to his great stories, in person! All real, all insightful!

[@katerose8393]

Please never stop doing what you're doing Sean! I've been looking for direction forever and I'm not even sure yet what I'm learning from your videos, but I absolutely know I am learning.

[@EnriqueAviles]

Sean, all I can say is THANK YOU for making these videos

[@patate517]

There is so much wisdom in what you say. Thank you so much Mr. TUCKER.

[@frankleap]

I really appreciate you Sean.. it seems that you speak right to me. You are a great teacher and I appreciate how candid you are. I’ve learned a lot from you and I’m thankful for your Chanel and for you!

[@seantuck]

Thanks so much for the support my friend.

[@MikeStaubes]

The more I learn about your journey, the more I like you and relate to you. Growing-up without a father, no one to show you how to shave, and no one to validate you: you did most of this on your own. I say to myself, "you did the best you could on your own". I am thankful to have found your videos and the knowledge therein.

[@glennhunt3725]

10 out of 10 for honesty. A great video and message. Looking forward for more content.

[@nanyoo78]

You are truly an inspiration. Even though when I am so confused in my own Photogrphy which is different from your genre, I listen to your video and you give me the purpose to pursue my learning and understanding of why am I taking photos.. 🙌 You are amazing 🙌

[@remembershooting2064]

Amazing video, life-affirming honesty and empathy.

[@BenKawam]

KZbin should be made of channels like yours. Thanks for your genuineness.

[@lynnemaclean7201]

I always get so much from your content. I often revisit your older videos. I never tire of them and get something new every time👍

[@IanMcCausland]

As a Canadian photographer the journey towards Truth & reconciliation with the indigenous people of Canada started for me back in the late 90’s inspired by Curtis work. As time wore on and awareness grew in this country, his work is dismissed out of hand as a relic of colonialism. But Sean you’ve done a wonderful job explaining Curtis’s motivation and intention were well meaning within the system. Technically they are amazing Back in the 90’s someone located original photograuve plates from the publishing of the volumes, snd were selling prints. I own two and they are some of my most treasured possessions

[@milesofmxments]

I’ve been taking photos professionally for four years, mainly as a digital artist who uses photography. However recently I’ve wanted to convert to film and documentary/ street photography. Sean you’ve definitely helped me by sharing a ton of knowledge and covering the important part of photography, the human mind - not gear. Keep up the great work. Love the photos you got during your trip.

[@JohnDrummondPhoto]

If nothing else, Sean, you've reinforced how importent it will be for me to really connect with my (de facto) fatherless grandson. Every time I watch one of your videos, I come away inspired one way or another.

[@ccbphoto]

I love and respect your honest evaluation of your work and journey. Thanks.

[@Rubylove48]

Dear Sean, I found your channel a couple of weeks ago. I’m not a professional photographer but have felt outcast with my creativity and expression of it because I seem to feel and think more deeply than others and live in a culture that looks down on a woman thinking deeply (I think most of the world does). I appreciate your honesty, your humility and your generosity. you have a lovely way of speaking ‘to’ & ‘with’ people rather than ‘at’ them which is not easy over a one way medium. I appreciate your philosophical and spiritual slant on things too, and it allows me to feel like there are people with depth still creating moving work. Ps I am a non Caucasian woman and have travelled to six continents and although I love portrait work I always refrained from taking loads of portraits or being too intrusive so I wanted to mention two things: 1. the way you sought permission was great to share with those who may not intrinsically understand colonisation or imperialism. And 2. White people may not think of the your mentors as ‘exotic’ or ‘interesting’ as you mentioned, but I find them interesting and a way of balancing perspective than white on brown/black photography. I’ve never seen or known older white men who are generous with communication and fatherly, not even in photographs, and for that reason they are important. I know men who are emotionally generous are undervalued in our cultures of the West. I appreciate you putting a spotlight on them. They do need to be highlighted as these acts of male mentorship are more important than financial peacocking and what the world celebrates now. One more thing, I grew up without parents and without an extended family so I had to learn everything from shaving my legs to writing a check on my own. They sound small but are moments of life skills as well as bonding. Only now that I’m older I realise the extent of what I missed out on because at the time you are just trying to survive. I’m glad those three men stepped up for you. (For anyone in that situation now there is a channel called “Dad, how do I?” here on youtube. He teaches you things like how to shave and how to use tools ⚒️ 😁. Of course finding real in person mentorship is the best, people who truly care for you.) Warm wIshes,, 🥰🥰✌🏽

[@seantuck]

Thanks for such a thoughtful comment my friend, and for sharing so much of yourself.

[@jefferyhutchinson791]

Great video, Sean. I am learning so much from your videos, both technically and artistically. You are brave in choosing to present your message in this way. Keep after it.

[@robbybred5702]

Probably the greatest video of yours I've seen so far! Great job Sean!

[@alial-mumen935]

I feel like I owe you so much, Sean. Such a mentor from a distance or from behind a screen. Thanks a million and keep it up!

[@DigiBentoBox]

Sean your work and your story, and your openness to sharing that, have relit the spark of inspiration for me. Finding meaning in the countless images has always been a struggle for my photos, and my timidness shows. I want to become like you, simple as that. So thank you for offering your wisdom to the world. You’ve made the photographic community a much better place.

[@oli-haukur-valtysson]

It is always a pleasure to watch your video my friend... meaningful and thought provoking! Thank you.

[@ericwilcox2442]

Love your work, Sean. I love the background, personal aspects and honesty about your life as it applies to your photography even more. I am just starting to enter the world of portraits and see your videos as inspiration to move further along in my own journey.

[@Kalama_Llama_King_Kong]

When I do videos like amazing! You can tell who's the fun mentor, the wise mentor, etc. That's so beautiful

[@shanemcgrath6035]

Great video as always Sean, love the down to earth and honest way you that you share your message

[@ningsun626]

Beautiful video Sean...! Honest, venerable and inspiring

[@Howaboua]

Another amazing one Sean. Nothing new for channel's frequents, but a great summary and introduction to it. Keep it going you're the last youtuber-photographer I watch and have been applying all of your advices. being a bit of a philosopher myself, you make me feel good about my findings which are, weirdly, similar to yours :) On the verge of restarting my photography journey. I might not be shooting portraits that are meaningful to myself, but I will definitely limit myself to photographing people who I connect with. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@stevenarthur2550]

I am always so wowed everytime I watch your videos. So many great and honest insights. Thank you for sharing, Sean.