How I Made My Zine "Walking Svalbard"

[@ahachukun]

Geez the zine literally cost Willem his beanie.

[@romanspataro1688]

hahahahhahaaha

[@bramandamahaputra]

Bet he's hiding smth behind that pony

[@travisschofield1442]

This is gold

[@conor3311]

how much was it???

[@blairhunter2191]

Damn, Willem has been wearing his beanie so long his hair has almost become one

[@W3ND3LL3]

Willem looking good without a beanie 😂

[@KeelinProductions]

Something that I love most about this is that the snow cover paired with the image placement on the front cover reminds me of a composition notebook, which I think is really sweet. Gives this journal-type-feel but it is so subtle.

[@BryanBirks]

Real OGs were here before Willem ever wore a beanie. ✊🏻 edit : 6:45 is brilliant.

[@tomdivasion7724]

Covid-19: watch me ruin everyone’s fun Willem: Hold my Svalbard

[@anandhua.b4589]

he had to sacrifice it's beanie for it

[@tomdivasion7724]

RIP beanie. It’s been emotional

[@radicaleyemag]

the faux daylight boat is super interesting! So cool that you can see what's in the distance... glad ya got both versions! also... *h a i r*

[@itshendo6475]

Love you guys ❤️

[@SweetLouPhotography]

The way you jumped for the doorbell warmed my soul

[@DJTV30]

Seeing how excited you were to get the sample shows how dedicated you are to your craft. Love to see it

[@KyleMcDougall]

I spy a K3 in the background! 👌Can't wait to get my hands on a copy. Love that dust jacket!

[@Setetoto]

Kyle McDougall K3 is a belgian (dutch) girlgroup as well so i was so confused 😂

[@romanspataro1688]

these images grow on me more every time i see them man. absolutely killed it

[@WillemVerb]

Thank you man! ✨

[@LOZ8619]

You could have chosen 24/7 golden hour with the sun from every angle but you went for 24/7 night, wow!!

[@the5thpc808]

I live in northern Alaska where the winter is a lot like this but colder, sometimes it’s hard to be motivated to get out and shoot but seeing an outsider perspective on a similar location is definitely inspiring. Keep up the good work Willem!!

[@joelhypponen]

Dude this was amazing. Let's go back soon, there is no Corona in Svalbard, seriously, just heard this fact.

[@rodney6458]

This channel is really inspiring man. There’s something about seeing somebody in the stages of putting work together and taking you along with them on the journey which is really special. Big up Willem 🙌🏾

[@maartenfilms7631]

Wow, just went to your channel to get some inspiration for Photo Zines. Seeing you uploaded this 12s ago. Crazy. Thanks for sharing your work and process mate

[@RyanBounedara]

I felt like the cost being set at $30 was really fair!

[@mattoh.mp4]

Legit this dude. Is my inspiration in photography. Such a chill person

[@teocrawford]

Willem, you're videos are so chill, love it

[@tintin3]

Nobody: Bell rings Willem: OHH MY GODD!!!

[@michaelbornman9313]

I just went on a short road trip to pick up a scanner. Now planning to do the same trip with a friend to make a zine and document the process!

[@Ntrot25120]

Back to Sunday uploads! I like it

[@brandonfu8457]

So wholesome to see how excited you were to get the sample!!!

[@zacharyscholtz]

Seemed like a perfect project for him!

[@934real]

i work in print. god damn he went all out, these are some premium zines!

[@sampinto8955]

Really excited to get the final print, great video!

[@robinleevel6591]

that frozen boat shot is so dope man! also it is so good to hear that you managed to combine film and digital in one project. personally I am shooting both digital and film but I can see myself being a bit hesitant sometimes if I can combine both formats but you def inspired me to do so here!

[@artemsapegin]

Awesome photos! And really like the idea of a snowy cover :-)

[@mateo009900]

Beautifully designed zine! Great job!

[@MamboFerido]

Love the “snow” transparent cover. Zine is really looking good, man. Btw, nice beanie. Wait that’s your hair.

[@carlinschelstraete682]

Great work Willem. I like that you're not afraid to mix digital with your film photography. You have a unique eye.

[@pleewis]

Looks like Polar Night from Mark Mahaney. Oh and for the RZ I send my RB always to the last Dutch Mamiya service center and the guy told me once that the RZ's always jammed in the winters also there battery drained a lot. He gave me the tip to wind and shoot the shutter for about 5 min straight and if you have a RZ keep the battery in your pocket for a while to make it warm before shooting in the cold.

[@anastaysia]

I dont know what took me so long to subscribe. I keep coming back to your videos. SO great!

[@rjgomm1852]

Willem PLEASE re-release Walking Svalbard 😩😮‍💨 it’s literally my favorite Zine I’ve ever come across

[@phila3884]

Spent 8 days in Svalbard about the same time-December 2019. Can't wait to go back.

[@negativeconcept7931]

Let's gooo Willem! I am in the process of creating my own zine so it's great to see your content which endlessly inspires us all.

[@jackkendall4037]

No beanie?? Who are you and what have you done to Willem??

[@phvrvohxo6462]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@mauol9679]

I´m in love with the Zine! I hope it´s available again in the future

[@AeonGotBeats]

why do photographers make the a big secret of who they print with? it would seem that directing potential business of 210,000 subscribers to your printer (esp if you're happy with their work) would be a great reason to disclose that. maybe i'm missing something, would love to hear the reasons why this is such a taboo.

[@erikreyes4503]

Yoo thanks for inspiring me to pick up film !!! Hopefully I'll get to make a cool Zine like this someday

[@oORrawrrOo]

just got my copy in the mail! 🥰

[@acleanyeti]

Just got the zine in the mail and I can say the impulse buy after watching this video was worth it! You're an inspiration man keep it up!

[@SPELTMUSIC]

all of your zines look so clean. I would love to see a video on how you put them together and choose which pictures are going to go where

[@thienphunguyen5496]

I can’t wait to get this zine!!

[@KILLIVVN]

This Zine go crazy 🔥

[@mileswilliams4852]

The zine is so good who! Love the materials. Content never disappoints

[@CarlyHough]

I cant wait until these ship!

[@tau3225]

Always awesome content, congrats on your Zine!

[@Trombone1310]

I CAN NOT wait to get my copy!!

[@jacobcamers3325]

That camo beanie really suits you Willem

[@thisone4310]

Really cool vid man thanks for the tips. I'm not a photographer I'm a street artist but I've just received my first test copy of my photography book. It's a dope feeling and super cool to see peoples reactions when they find out they are in it.

[@itshendo6475]

Looking forward to receiving mine!

[@CynthiaDerrick]

Received my copy in the mail yesterday - amazing work!, beautifully done!

[@mileswilliams4852]

I absolutely love your content it’s what I wait for every week!

[@fazfaraday]

Hey Willem, love the snowy cover sleeve..may I suggest adding that transparency snowy print, along with a single photo spread in between the pages(like a chapter break)? Anyway, always enjoy your videos. Keep up the great work :)

[@JeffSmudde]

One thing that I've learned over time is that if you want the "film look" on digital, you really don't need to do much. People often consider that "film look" to be the way that expired or pushed film looks -- but if you want if to look like fresh, properly exposed film, there's very little that needs to be done to your digital photos. Also don't add grain. please, for the love of god, don't add grain to your digital photos (unless it's part of the idea/concept, then by all means go for it)

[@zFLAVEz]

I agree. A good image will shine through film or digital. It’s just a means to an end result.

[@radbouddebruin6681]

Great video as always Willem! Congrats on the zine, it looks like an amazing collection of photographs!

[@joeeichele7514]

Personally love the concept of the project & cant wait for it to come in the mail!

[@krystofvicha6677]

It's just so beautiful!

[@acleanyeti]

Can’t wait for the preorders to ship!

[@thehealthpotions]

MORE WILLEM CONTENT? Damn!!!

[@philipm3173]

Willem this looks incredible I will def be ordering one. Thanks for keeping me inspired with film, my darkroom class got ruined by quarantine but I just picked up some portra 160 yesterday and am renting a Mamiya C3 for the week, super hype to shoot my first medium format! Cheers

[@naturalskating9655]

Willem is a snack

[@hchen5626]

i just got this in the mail and it’s a masterpiece. i aspire to shoot like you one day 😌 love u and ur work

[@carlthorellstein53]

Dude, you should have your name on the cover of the actual zine, but printed in the negative space of the snowflakes on the dust-cover, so when it's on, your name will stand out, and when it's off, your name will look snowy as well

[@rezengerous]

I’m obsessed with this one! Great job, Willem. Big fan here ❤️

[@rossmalik]

gonna pre order rn if it’s not too late !

[@aaronsweeney9253]

I’m curious, why do you tend to call your books zines? Zines are typically low cost and often handmade. I look at them more as photobooks because of the quality of materials and printing. And I can’t imagine how much you spent on this project. I got one of my books printed and only a hundred copies was a lot.

[@ragnanox]

Agree with this. A zine generally implies some DIY essence... home printed, low quality, stapled, small run, etc. This very beautiful offset-printed Swiss-bound book is def not a zine... and you should be proud not to call it one, Willem!

[@HesselFolkertsma]

I was wondering the same thing. But I guess words evolve with time, different generations will find different meaning behind a word. His generation and culture have gotten used to calling these type of books ‘zine’’s, maybe because they associate the construction with annual magazines.

[@aaronsweeney9253]

Adonis Archontides yes absolutely! He should be proud to call it a photo book

[@Pearldrummer55]

any one know of some great places to get your books/zines printed???

[@aaronsweeney9253]

AlphaCole I’d always search local first, it will give you a better insight into the process and how your books are being made. There’s also a better possibility in getting a cheaper price. You can always go with an online option like blurb which has a plugin with Lightroom but just understand it can be a bit more limiting and not always the best print quality.

[@peggyday9390]

Dude! Sold out. I just found your channel and really admire your work.

[@michaelsaks4744]

Stoked for this ZINE!

[@mang0fruity183]

Haha I’ve been waiting for u too upload

[@AsherSmithFilms]

id love to see you talk more about physical projects keep it up man! can’t wait to see the zine

[@EmilY-gp1qh]

Amazing work as always and glad to see you without a beanie :D

[@oliverhardinge]

Keep it up dude you’re killing it, loving the work and the videos such a good complement to your photographs ✨🤙

[@Leeandthelens]

I think the price there set at is more then enough if not enough because of the time and effort applied and the thought behind it and besides most books these days are that price so I think the zine speaks for itself

[@maxwellwellmax878]

Wow Zine looks swanky!, hopefully it doesnt cost an arm and a Beanie :D.

[@VVWEntertainment]

The reason for sharing the printer you used is the same reason you gave for how you found them.

[@georgiaboy2023]

Facts. I feel like this is a really important detail.

[@gottanikoncamera]

I would love a video on how you pair images for zines and books with examples from the zines you’ve created.

[@asmunderickson]

either you wear the same hoodie everyday or you have an insane overnight laundry schedule or else you just have a ton of the same sweatshirt haha

[@jaisonlin2339]

Very inspiring, I hope to make a zine by the end of this year

[@jdouguspsa]

this project turned out amazing bro!

[@digitaldrea]

I love your work so much!!! I’m going to preorder your zine when I get paid this Friday I hope they don’t sell out please save me one! Been watching your videos for a long time now and you’ve motivated me so much to make my own videos so thank you

[@Bluebelee]

Yesss I’ve been so keen for this video!!!

[@oiausdlkasuldhflaksjdhoiausydo]

I prefer the boat at night. It looks surreal.

[@GuglielmoCheso]

good video bro🙌🏼

[@sebastianandersonimaging]

Love this bro!

[@Guitar_Sounds]

Fantastic! Congratulations thanks for sharing....

[@ironvhs]

rad! hope youre all good homie.

[@nurnabiha8874]

Oh shit,it’s really good!!!!!

[@fcallophoto]

4:26 Man, that picture is sick af! Any chance we can get a print?

[@SachAlvarez]

ooh is that a K-3 camera i see there on the back?

[@adlaysanchez4116]

That hair looking nice

[@aribetterlari]

Willem, it would be so fun to go on a shoot with you. Sometime in the future maybe.

[@AngeluASF]

He never hesitates when the door bell rings

[@nicknolfe4823]

the hype is real

[@michaelavrie]

Would you consider taking preorders for another edition of this?

[@SamsonArnettRoughley]

Willem are you using an anamorphic filter on your lens for the some of the shots in Svalbard ? Looks beaut, loved this video too. Sending off my first photo zine to print today eeeeek excited but scared.

[@jackman507]

He answered one of my questions I feel starstruck

[@JacobCarlson]

I see that Krasnogorsk in the background 👀

[@miracleyacht__1538]

I see that Krasnogorsk in the back 👀👀