"I May as well Quit Photography"

[@leilasmama01]

Photography fills a void in my life and as for me I’m always frustrated and disappointed in my photos but it doesn’t keep me from daily trying and learning. I truly enjoy your videos .You are a delight ! ☺️

[@ian_worth]

Thank you so much 😊🙏🙏

[@marguerite9782]

Cheryl, keep going, women are so underrepresented in photography generally, we can’t afford to lose you, even on a bad day. Marguerite

[@juanitakelly3082]

Very insightful discussion on our photography and creative journeys, the negatives and the world impact. I always like hearing my own thoughts expressed out loud. But how lovely that you got to see dolphins in the wild and enjoy the walk and the view regardless of the light. Loved that clever "steep hillside" sign as well! The nature shot at 8:55 was lovely and your concern for fellow photographers is very touching.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks Juanita, much appreciated 🙏👍

[@mazdaram226]

What a lovely bloke you are , it’s nice to share your adventures with us and see nature at its best ..keep up the positive vibes..

[@ian_worth]

Thank you for the kind words 👍

[@AmNeuberg]

Danke,für das tolle Video; eine wunderschöne Natur in der Du Dich da bewegst. Da gibt es sicherlich auch ein Interesse Tierwelt und Vögel.

[@Sanemancured]

An excellent video that tackles important topics well.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks Peter

[@jonstout7635]

Thanks for the encouragement. I’ll confess to being frustrated with my photography right now. I need to arrange a couple of days camping in the desert mountains to have new scenery to inspire me. Loved the shots you shared, especially the first one. Your drone views were amazing! After losing a drone in the water, I applaud you for sending the new bird out over the waves. Take care and thanks again for the motivation and inspiration.

[@ian_worth]

Many thanks Jon, much appreciated 👍😊

[@rerod7481]

I always found it helpful tp try new things. There's so much to explore. Black&white, vintage lenses / manual photography, different genres like street photography, etc.

[@ian_worth]

Totally agree buddy, I'm out tomorrow to try something new 👍👍

[@mortenthesbl5535]

Great as always! really enjoy your take on these photographic topics!

[@ian_worth]

Many thanks Morten 🙏👍

[@markbaigent8373]

Woodland photography is tough, loved the first shot, subbed.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks so much 🙏🙏🙏

[@andrewknowles6731]

Hi Ian, this made me smile, the description of the journey to competence reflects exactly where I am at the moment, I spent the last two years learning how to take photographs and now I need to make the effort to go to more locations that can reward the work put in. Luckily I am off to Iceland in ten days- might just save me! Great video as always .

[@ian_worth]

I'm sure it will, what a place 👍👍

[@rodburgess5878]

Thanks Ian, your comments and concerns are relevant to all photographers. I felt I was getting stale and not thinking much while shooting with Canon full frame gear so a few months back I bought a second hand XT2 and 18-55 lens to see if I could get the sort of images I was hoping for. I found the challenge of adjusting to a new system as well as the wonderful layout of the Fuji system re-invigorated my interest and enthusiasm for photography and I have made some very satisfying images in recent months. Your videos have helped me a lot in my transition to Fuji so thanks a lot. I really enjoy your honest and informative videos.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks Rod, glad to hear you're enjoying your photography again buddy 😊👍

[@scottweaverphotovideo]

I admire your chipper attitude in that dismal overcast weather!

[@ian_worth]

Cheers buddy

[@michaelt7320]

Loved the second image (one second exposure) as well as the last: a great composition.

[@ian_worth]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍👍

[@coriendewitte196]

Thank you for this video. It is helping ! And your pictures are great 😍

[@ian_worth]

Glad it was helpful! 😊😊👍

[@marcbedingfield1934]

Great vid fella well put

[@ian_worth]

Thanks Marc

[@johnpouw3352]

Yes I think we all go through that. I have realised myself too that sometimes, if I go out, I need to focus on taking images that I think will work, not just taking images because 'thats what I am there for'. If I am out, and I don't see something that I think worthy of a photo, I don't take my camera out of my bag. That restraint in itself takes practice but in it's own way is an achievement and it can also prevent that feeling of 'this image is no good' you can feel when you open up half hearted photos for processing later. If I do take a photo and it doesnt work, I figure out why and try that same photo again, correcting the issues, rather than spending time on photos which will not work. Great video Ian, as always I appreciate the content. John Pouw NZ

[@MikePageKaltenberg]

That first still image of the branches reaching out to the sea/mist is a classic!

[@ian_worth]

Thanks Mike, glad you think so buddy 👍

[@stevehunt4971]

Wise words Ian. Motivation is a strange thing in photography. Coming away from a landscape shoot with the image you envisaged in your head very rarely happens. But when it does it is well worth the effort. For me, even if I don’t take a photo it’s always about the journey, the walk enjoying the scenery and trying again on a different day. Next time or the time after you might get the conditions and image your after. Life’s too short to dwell on the ‘what if’s and maybes’ Live for now. Tomorrow is another day. Thanks for your videos. Cheers. 👍🏻

[@ian_worth]

So true Steve, great words 👍👍

[@KevinNordstrom]

When in these situations, I find going out of my niche to gain inspiration and motivation. As much as I love landscape photography.... wildlife photography (especially birding) is something that challenges me even more to get outside and flip the switch when the landscape is mundane.

[@ian_worth]

Totally agree, Kevin 👍👍

[@CosMosArtistry2016]

As a non-pro., I don't have any expectations to live up to. Each trip is different, even to the same location. For me, the experience is key, the emotions I feel when seeing and shooting a scene, incorporating that into my images. Enjoying being out and finding those moments when something comes together. If everything went well every time, the element of surprise would be lost. Being open to what might be, not losing the moment because I was too focused on getting a certain image that may not be working. I shoot for me foremost, if others enjoy what I have done all good. It is a different place from where I was, shooting what I thought others would like, getting likes on social media, feeling like I was a failure. Being out shooting in nature is my main focus. Hopefully I can translate that experience into my images so that others may also take from it what they will. Cheers, Rich.

[@ian_worth]

That's awesome Rich, a lesson for us all 👍😊😊

[@CosMosArtistry2016]

@@ian_worth it doesn't come easy but after 40+ years of photography, it needed a change. I now shoot mainly by feel, not by rules. Wishing you a safe and creative year Ian.

[@gotophotoarchive9131]

Nice shots and drone footage.

[@ian_worth]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊👍👍

[@jefferyargentine4453]

Thanks Ian. Can you tell me where you were for this video?

[@oddbjrnaustevikfoto]

Oh, the number of photography trips in which I have never held a camera :) Excellent video my friend with sound advice!

[@ian_worth]

Hey Oddbjorn, hope you're keeping well. Thanks for watching buddy 👍

[@davidwalker2402]

Great Job again Ian. Keep up the good work.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks, will do! 🙏👍

[@joaodomingues1559]

Hello Ian, really nice of you recommending Martin’s account, it was a beautiful gesture. About your photo, since light wasn’t cooperating, why not black and white long exposure? My five cent’s! 😉 Great channel and keep the good work.

[@ian_worth]

Thanks buddy, yeah I did consider b&w but that yellow gorse bush would have been lost, not to worry, I plan to return this week to see if I can improve on that shot

[@DflyDude]

Great video. Enjoy the journey. Heading to Wales next year for a first visit.

[@ian_worth]

Hope you enjoy it buddy 👍👍🙏

[@chasingthelight1rowell83]

Interesting topics. On the first topic it happens to everyone at some point . I always overcome it by introducing a project into the portfolio. Never fails… Also develop a tight portfolio and constantly look at it for gaps. The second is very contentious causing many problems. I have come full circle, starting by being dropped off at Capel Curig as a youngster and picked up a week later. It gave me a love of the mountains that took me to all the worlds great ranges and now back to where it all started, well nearly, I now run the gallery in the Siabod Cafe next door. There is still a demand for traditional business practices. In the scheme of things social media is relatively new and photographers had good businesses without it. You are right to back off as it is saturated with very average photographers. Best studying the masters and history. Good luck navigating the murky waters.

[@ian_worth]

Cheers buddy, great advice, Ahh the Siabod café. Always a great place to fuel up before a hike. Love the gallery by the way, I've been in for a peek a few times, great work 👍👍

[@BosePhotography]

Some very sound advice Ian, I think we all suffer from being ‘in a rut’ sometimes! S

[@dunnymonster]

Can we get the tripod high enough?....reverts to drone footage...Wow, that's some huge tripod you used!! 😋😁

[@Jackbrsp]

5:42 "It's better to get out with the camera and not shoot anything than to leave it at home." I have to be more practical and passionate like you. Thanks for the help.

[@nickyfoulkes8476]

Many of us Ian have one day a week to get out with the camera. The weather is very rarely what we want. I have 5 days off which had to be planned weeks ago. We got married yesterday and I was hoping to get out with the camera after that. No because we have a high pressure with 5 days of cloudless blue skies. Never mind leave the camera in the bag, it makes you want to give up completely. I don't have another break until the beginning of October. Blue skies in March What. I don't do intimate landscapes or macro as it does nothing for me. Even long exposure B&W at the coast is not brilliant with no clouds. May have to be steam trains in B&W instead of Landscapes. Watching you struggle with flat light is a typical day for many. Lets hope it can only get better.

[@kaneclements7761]

Hi Nicky. Congratulations ☺️ I agree with you. Being a photographer is like being a criminal. Committing crime and photography are all a case of means, motive and opportunity. The first two are easy. The last can be pretty difficult. I've come to see landscape and wildlife as two genres that require an inordinate about of effort to create or find opportunities. A couple of days ago I went to visit a tree of my acquaintance. The light wasn't bad. The sky was cr*p. So I lay on my belly in a field on hard earth and flints for very little return. Hey ho. I'm going back there next week at dawn.

[@rodgerholden3855]

Food for thought Ian. I think plenty of people are fed up with social media, know many people half my age who’ve given up on Facebook. Maybe lockdown has made people more aware of face to face contact?

[@ian_worth]

I think you are right Rodger, I also think that when you post a photo on social media, all of your followers should see that post. Unfortunately, Instagram and Facebook no longer let this happen, unless you pay of course....

[@darrelltheriault5793]

While I have honestly not considered quitting photography, I have considered changing my area of concentration several times. Your advice is sound… get out to where better subjects are and your photography will improve.

[@ian_worth]

Cheers Darrell 🙏👍

[@oneoldgit]

The sight of dolphins would take away any negativity I was feeling instantly

[@dylerturden106]

11:06 "I think we can get the tripod high enough" ...proceeds to gets his tripod up to 300ft.

[@paulus0109]

I am not shure i like those provocative titels!

[@michaelfinch1965]

My thoughts are that you can quit photography as much as you can quit breathing. If you stop thinking about breathing, your brain continues respiration. If you stop capturing images in a photo, your sight will continue to see images. Sometimes what is needed to appreciate your breath or maybe photography is to step away, let it continue on a fundamental level without getting in the way. Given space you can appreciate the details in your breath or your sight.

[@ian_worth]

Great words Michael 👏👏👍

[@matthewparriott]

Landscape photography seems a lot like fly fishing. It's great when you land a big one, but a good bit of the time, it's just nice to spend time in nature.

[@ian_worth]

Very true! I used to be a keen fly fisherman when I was a teenager and completely get that comparison 👍👍

[@nevillewatkins4997]

I'm always a bit bemused when photographers start talking about being on a journey. I think it's fine if you are in the business, or want to be feted. But it's something completely different for me. I don't have any aspirations, other than enjoying what I am doing, so there is no pressure. We beat ourselves up about a lot of things. But sometimes I think you just have to ask why. We do it to ourselves. And that's what really hurts.... 😆

[@brendanlynch7296]

Can't get the stink off, he's been hanging round for days ... now that is a track that is definitely on my list of all time favourites 😁👍👍

[@ian_worth]

Thom Yorke, absolute genius 😀😀👍👍

[@orion7741]

there are no negative sides of photography though. not sure where you would even come up with that idea.... i mean, if somebody does think that there is negative aspects to photography, then it just might not be the right hobby for them.

[@ian_worth]

Not sure I agree, its easy to find negatives in everything if we let our minds get the better of us. Having the right mindset is key to enjoying photography to its full potential.