instagram is killing your creativity...let me explain

[@thechrishau]

What are your thoughts on all of this? Also networking post: drop your Instagram handles below. Find people to collab with! :)

[@EmilioSabinero]

@Emiliwine :)

[@danielvolz606]

@volz_207

[@alexbpunkt1875]

@alex_bajura

[@johnjordan5539]

@johnjordan

[@CreateGreg]

hehe, so true and then checking how it performs every 2 minutes, no, no... 2 seconds. ;) Thanks for posting more creative content on YT. Acting skills top-notch! 👍 @CreateGreg

[@WillyFoxx]

that moment when you hear this stuff and you feel exactly the same even though you hate it lol

[@alphegedinsijohnmojiun2961]

I did exactly as he described at 1:52 when I was on a family trip around Europe, only took photos for the sole purpose of uploading them to Instagram. I wasn't living in the moment. I missed out on so much, and now I'm left with photos, but not so much the memories.

[@SahirTheMagician]

It hurts but its true

[@johnnyharris]

NEVER STOP MAKING THESE!!!!

[@thechrishau]

Yes captain sir boss man!

[@OT4Tech]

This was simply the best IG “tips” video I’ve seen.

[@xTHEYCALLMExGx]

I recently stopped caring about the algorithm in IG. I've just gotten to the point I just want to share my work. Whether it gets any likes or not. Because I also felt like it was limiting me and my creativity. This video has made reinforced my thinking about IG.

[@justinbuice]

I’ve felt this way about KZbin for a while. I have so many ideas that I’d like to try but when I upload anything different from my regular content, the videos just get buried by the algorithm which is discouraging. I think KZbin even says something like “your subscribers are choosing this video less often resulting in it appearing less in people’s recommendations.” It makes me nervous to give other types of content a chance. By playing it safe and sticking with the same content week after week, I feel like it’s holding me back from reaching an even bigger audience. Im just working to keep the algorithm satisfied.

[@thechrishau]

This hits at a deep level. Especially when it’s your livelyhood

[@matthewdodge5020]

I've been subscribed for about 3 years now for you and even with your inclusion of skateboarding, I think that showing yourself as a human with multiple interests and talents makes you even more valued by your true fans. I think that if you made other non "regular" videos, sure maybe not everyone would watch them as much as BMW videos, but it allows your audience to see more of YOU. That is something I think that a lot of your true, long term fans would appreciate. If you had the time to post the "regular vids" at the same cycle as you have been, but then add some more unique ones in between, I think it would be worth it. I hope this helps encourage you! In the end though.. I am a subscriber that actually enjoyed your garage building videos and recommendation for space heaters so I my opinion may not be generalizable haha

[@michellelach]

This happened to a big youtuber I follow. Pickuplimes. I love her channel. She usually post recipes, and recently posted a video of how to improve food photography- and it got buried. She did a community post to ask everyone to watch it, and a lot of people watched just to support but the feedback was a lot of people weren’t interested in the “how to” behind food photography and just wanted recipes. I felt bad for her, and watched her video just to support another creator. It’s so hard to express yourself creatively and not get penalized for it as a creator.

[@slicker54]

These algorithms are like insurance companies in the US, they get in the way of what your caregivers prescribed by denying.

[@ks_portraits]

Corporations/sponsors are now the true creators of KZbin content and not the actual person uploading the content. Some of our favorite creators are now more focused on trying to sell us gear, than trying to teach us the art. I believe a ton of artists have actually lost their passion but they have to keep pumping out the same robotic content to keep the money coming in to pay the bills. Nevertheless, if the viewers keep clicking, then don't try to fix what's not broken, I guess.

[@TedwardDrives]

The algorithm favors what people like. Most people like trendy trash (Turn on the radio and see what they feed you). If you put incredible tasting home made tortilla chips in a gas station, the Doritos will outsell them every day of the week. When it comes to taste in art, we cannot expect the greater public to care.

[@musicmaestro88]

Agreed.

[@ramisamusa5344]

Agreed!

[@ItsJaybird]

Absolutely agree

[@ghostheadnow9628]

Absolutely breh

[@CrazyAlienLady051]

That's what the art community on Instagram is now. Memes, TikTok trends, Draw This In Your Style challenges, or drawing a Disney princess as Billie Elish.

[@mathiasdragovic6111]

I'm starting photography and this is lowkey what i'm doing: trying to reach the algo... And i didn't notice I was doing it, need to change the way I think

[@jaredpollack35]

Honestly, there is something to be said about playing the game, at the same time don't feel bad if something goes under the radar. I have 2 accounts, 1 for the stuff I love the other for the likes.

[@ftblaura]

Wt is u'r @?

[@babor_]

Build your account to a place, where people will like what ever you will post. Instagram is a tool, it's not a place to judge your creativity through likes. Your audience is the key. In stead of taking specifically vertical shot for instagram, try to find which shot does the justice to a vertical shot. I am a serious hobby photographer and every single photos that I took takes planning. If there is no vertical shot to post, I simply don't post. Quality is more important to me than quantity 👍

[@Lumiaz]

"Shadows ↑ highlights ↓ " 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Most relatable thing ever 😂

[@thechrishau]

We’ve all been there

[@artistandcamera3245]

@@thechrishau I still do that, it just fits how I see things. Then I turn up the contrast :)

[@noelmccartan]

@@artistandcamera3245 this right here. The contrast especially with water ripples is great to lift

[@carloserazogtg]

Watched the whole video. So much truth + authenticity here. Thanks Chris!

[@AAKEngine]

Instagram is not a photo platform anymore its heavily meme and cool lifestyle based platform, it really is getting dense and dense and killing artists as nowadays even a meme performs better than a real artistic content which takes more effort...

[@Noksus]

Haha I posted a photo of mine on Instagram and it got 28 likes. I posted the same photo on reddit’s r/Art and it got 700+ points. Instagram doesn’t appreciate substance or effort. It appreciates shallow make-believe. It’s a lie and it’s disgusting. I feel filthy posting anything on Instagram because Instagram users are the worst.

[@AAKEngine]

@@Noksus thats true and insta is just a showcase...

[@vivekchauhan4085]

@@Noksus so true, I need to get on Reddit

[@neicolai]

u said it best... a whole bunch of people living their fake “best life”

[@nigelinasia2088]

Is Reddit a better place to share photography that you are passionate about than Flickr?

[@bluecheese20401]

It's so true. I wonder how many people go to especially Iceland purely for Instagram...

[@Steph_davis]

Urgh. This resonates so much. I hate that the majority of our lives is driven by likes and views and it's all about the algorithm and less about the passion Can we all just forget the likes and just do what we freaking love? Snapping a damn photo. Doesn't even have to be a good photo, it's the enjoyment from the process, picking up a camera and snapping away, freezing the moment, the vibe, the memories Keep snapping and posting what you want Chris ❤️ That's all 😊

[@thechrishau]

Thanks for the super thoughtful comment!

[@Steph_davis]

@@thechrishau I'm all about the thoughts. More interesting that just the old 🔥🔥🔥 comments on the gram 😉

[@livesongs82]

same goes to you Steph, I think I had a recommendation to your video MONTHS ago and I swear, best story driven videos. Both of ya'll, KEEP CRUSHING AND DOING WHAT YALL WANT👏

[@Steph_davis]

@@livesongs82 ❤️

[@clemensweiss6163]

I really like this style of videos, where you're just ranting and give your honest opinion and even go so far as calling people out, feels more real and less polished. Keep it up! Oh and yeah I totally agree with your point. A few years ago I was shooting an incredible mountain scene and the photographer I was there with was really into growing on back then. I was really happy with the shots I got from there but they were all in horizontal mode and he wasn't happy because he couldn't find a composition that worked vertical and I told him to shoot horizontal and he said he do that because he can't post that on , how weird is that

[@samolive2528]

This is the first time I've wondered what goes on in people's minds when they dislike these videos.

[@INSULINRAGE]

This is so damn true. For awhile passion and creativity gave way to a desire for pointless popularity. Now I just keep a personal page for fun and keep a portfolio I can share.

[@LucianFilm]

I really love this video format. The storytelling is definitely adding a beautiful touch to the videos. Making story trendy again in 2021 💯

[@thechrishau]

🤙🏻👊🏻

[@Adriengue964]

I'm a travel mostly landscape photographer struggling to STAY at 10k followers since 2019 because of the algorithm. I consider myself as an experienced photographer and to treat my anxiety I decided to get into automotive photography, which was something I had never done before. Got me come back to earth, going to car meets every sunday, learning this art, the angles, just like a new photographer would learn. Reinventing yourself, try new things, learn and re-learn, as well as evolving in general is the best thing to do when you have Instagram anxiety.

[@thechrishau]

Thank you for sharing this comment :)

[@rayanebelkacemi8205]

Thank you for this video, I was 2 posts away from losing my creativity

[@MapEffects]

You're definitely speaking some real and personally convicting truth. How many times have I opted not to share something I'm actually proud of creating...because I knew it wouldn't do well on Instagram? So ridiculous when I say it out loud.

[@thomas_siegl]

I deactivated Instagram before the second Lockdown here in Austria. And honestly it was one of the best decision i have made. My brain isn’t confronted with so much nonsense garbage anymore. Not only you are more creative, also your mental health will thank you later.

[@mrad9309]

You are Absolutely right! This happened to me as well

[@nphotodotorg2690]

I am about to do the same. One day, my not so good photo does pretty good and another day a very nice photo, nobody likes it (because Instagram buries it). I am tried of playing this "hashtag" game.

[@MarcusSilvaBH]

First: you're great! Second: I can totaly relate to this. I'm 43 years old from Brazil and I studied photography at college back in the 98. Now I am a photographer and a professor too. Instagram is killing us all! What people like or the algoritm 'likes' is not necessary what we as artists and creators like, understand or appreciate. People and and current photographers spend more time in post edition than actually clicking, composing, thinking about the lights, the colors... and then there is the trends... because it's new, the algorithm tends to put those above all others! I'm in depression, mind blocked, trying to make my living, thinking how to use Instagram without killing my soul in the proccess! Thanks for your words...

[@jerrykoh9692]

"Because at the end of the day, all we really want is to be appreciated, liked, and acknowledged for the things we've created." Just let that fucking sink in.

[@justaphotographer]

It’s really comforting to hear a big creator having these kinds of conversations. Too many creators are hinging their “success” on “just a few more followers.” You’re the one keeping yourself back by that mindset and missing the point of the game. To you creators out there, likes don’t define how good your work is. Pursue meaningful engagements and connection. In the end, people are the only thing that’s worth while. Likes are just a number.

[@GinaLuciaReads]

1:22 This completely relates to KZbin too. So hard to balance what creatively fulfills you and the videos that get views.

[@jfatta]

Dude, this message is SO important and BY FAR my fave video you have posted (Disc. All your videos are dope!!!) I think that so many people are sinking in the "copycat / this is HOW IM SUPPOSED to post / create" -syndrom, instead of trying to be original and hone their craft & own voice. Albeit, if posting your face and the same pose over and over again IS your thing, so be it and good for you :) All in all we are individuals, but we shouldnt let social media platforms, like IG OR youtube clock our creativity.

[@chasecarlino7152]

brother, this hits home.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

I'm so obsessed with this video! This was beyond thought provoking! Needed this in my life!

[@Olasunkanmi001]

I’m glad I was recommended to mr_poster07 on Instagram he verified my account on IG ( anglitu3) Stay safe

[@geraldundone]

I really like this video! Lots of wisdom here. Great job, Chris. 🤓👍

[@jaredpollack35]

I think we all must feel this way at times. Especially with the lock downs.

[@kevsanders3223]

Dude! This video is why I love Chris, he is not afraid to admit he was caught up shooting for likes and we all can related and now we can learn and grow! Thanks for the awesome videos.

[@BellyCraft]

Yeah, not letting the (craptastic) Instagram algorithm influence your work is definitely a challenge. Thank you for confirming that what we all see and feel on the platform is real. And YES, kitty purrrrrr outtro FTW! 😻

[@patelnandan]

I sooo agree with you about how IG has messed my my creativity. I just realized that I literally am only taking vertical photos. I only take “bangers” for my page but miss out on other memories from my trips. This was a much need video for me. Thanks a lot mate!

[@powellfilmmaking]

“Shadows up, highlights down” **two people who still do this dislike the video**

[@DailyDrivenDeathTraps]

*18 people*

[@powellfilmmaking]

Lol I don’t understand people who use the dislike button

[@DailyDrivenDeathTraps]

@@powellfilmmaking just haters man. But I like to call them inspiration.

[@powellfilmmaking]

@@DailyDrivenDeathTraps I like the way you think. Still though, even if I don’t like someone’s work I’m not going to hit the dislike button! But you are right to turn that into inspiration💪🏼🤙🏼

[@jakefox9215]

Hit the nail on the head with this! Glad you came out and said this, as I couldn’t agree more. Photography is only a hobby for me, im not a professional or get paid for it. I just love hiking and want people to explore the outdoors more :)

[@TwaynePereira]

Chris is an underrated comedian.

[@mallows_bay8193]

This is... very refreshing and motivating. I didnt realise how much I got myself into the wrong mindset that ultimately led to my constant frustration with photography as I encountered a brick wall growing my account. This made me realise that I have to redefine myself and my style and focus on actual message instead of likes and coments. Big THANK YOU!

[@sebrony7691]

Be creative and let the likes be damned. The issue isn't the platform, it's the greed in trying to make a profit and having to adhere to consumer demand.

[@janoti6073]

In general: Don't let anyone tell you what you have to do creatively! But still be open for critics because this is how you will grow.

[@thechrishau]

But sometimes it’s subconscious. You don’t even realize someone is telling you.

[@janoti6073]

@@thechrishau True this is why it is so crazy important to know what you yourself want

[@ClaudioAFC]

I stopped following everyone that just posted selfies all the time. Too much ego, not enough content.

[@jessicabeca1234]

You’re classic 🤗

[@anoushkamenzies642]

i absolutly agree with this whole video, all we want is to be acknowledged and thus we go with the trends.. seeing this video encouraged me to continue creating my art without the pressure of reach and likes ! now with the era of reels, using famous audios is better than using any other audios, and this was a snag in my creative journey, but i managed to work around it by using the audio with an original way message that corresponds to the audio.. one that speaks to me, something i enjoy making, and relate with and i hope that it is original enough for people to notice and appreciate.

[@ajvx9184]

This new vid format us lowkey entertaining lmao "u dont even know how to do a backflip"

[@baileyconway6890]

I was literally about to comment that!

[@Vwyrus]

So true 😅😅😅

[@nicolas8336u]

This kind of introductions are making the videos 10000% better. Loving it!

[@FabioSilva-rs9yo]

Every time I try something different on Instagram I get totally wrecked by the algorithm... I really get a huge hit. But I still post them, why? Because I do not alow the Instagram's Algorithm dictate what I upload on my feed. Simple as that!

[@RohitKushwaha]

I can feel it. Instagram discouraged me to post photos even to shoot.

[@KurtisandChelsey]

YOU ACTUALLY SHAVED FOR THE 2 CHARACTERS? Dedication! haha

[@thechrishau]

Someone noticed!!

[@SaifSulong]

I’m noticed too 😆

[@ynkkruse]

I started posting more frequently to IG last year, I even had a dedicated LR collection called "IG". Totally stressed me out. I then spent the last few weeks having 7 of my favorite photos printed on good paper, bought nice frames and put them up in my living room. Peak happiness moment right there, something I reckon IG would never give me. Today I put my account on private.

[@powellfilmmaking]

Please don’t stop with the second Chris 😂

[@kamilkp]

This video is so honest and sincere - admitting to things that a lot of people would convince themselves is not true and showing your true self. I loved that. And look at the tags he used for this video: he didn't even try - only "thechrishau". Loved the video Chris - the 👍 is well deserved!

[@IvanMaras84]

As a good friend said: "No one needs Instagram, Instagram needs you! ✌🏻"

[@TheWineSiren]

Well said~!

[@alexhorning]

I loved this. So true and I think it's scary how much we have come to rely on a platform for validation in our work rather than the work itself be the validation.

[@hisham_mm]

Best way to learn photography- don’t post on Instagram first.😂

[@matthewdodge5020]

where to post though?

[@arambaali]

@@matthewdodge5020 Post on Instagram, but not for the likes. Or don't post at all. Send it to your friends directly. Print it. Do it for you.

[@matthewdodge5020]

@@arambaali I just wish there was an alternative platform

[@arambaali]

@@matthewdodge5020 There probably is, just not with the same popularity and ease of use. I am not a photographer so I never really pursued it. I guess time for a new old instagram to come out. Old is new again.

[@GreggGalgo]

Try 500px

[@samwalker9762]

This video really reflects my thoughts recently! I'm definitely guilty of posting images I think people want to see on Instagram, but lately I've taken the approach of sharing images that I personally enjoy and not worrying too much about how frequently I post. It feels much more healthy tbh, great to see others talking about this!

[@SteveGerrardPhotography]

Literally got a notification for this video while posting to Instagram! 😆

[@brewerjason]

Man. I felt this Chris. Thank you for saying this.

[@EditorHariharan]

3:37 CHRIS: other People taking my pics is impacting my skillset as a photographer it's a Compromise!!! 4:12 STORYBLOCKS CHRIS: I'm Not Going Out To Take That shot I Must Protect These Fingers. well done chris 😂😂😂

[@keyboardgenie60]

😂

[@ijyoyo]

😆it is freezing tho

[@ElliotStephens]

This is exactly how I’m feeling with Instagram! I got to the point where I was only picking up the camera for Instagram?This includes my videography work as well! I’ve learnt to love my work based on my feelings towards it, not because of a little red heart on a mobile app

[@dna8269]

Instagram is garbage at this point anyway due to the algorithm and how much it discourages growth. It’s sad, but KZbin / TT are so much better at this point

[@jaredpollack35]

TT is pretty bad ass but does not leave a lot of room for quality. Its mostly speed. Don't get me wrong I love it too.

[@dna8269]

@@jaredpollack35 Agreed. The algorithm is primarily far more rewarding for posting. Sidenote though, I discounted TT as being stupid before, but it's surprisingly difficult to make videos that are immediately intriguing and will keep viewers around. My views have changed now to where I think it's a good exercise at the very least for filmmakers to get good at capturing someone in a matter of seconds and making engaging short form content. Working out a different part of the filmmaker's brain, if you will. Lol

[@jaredpollack35]

@@dna8269 TT is really all about content and almost nothing about form. What I dislike about it, is how undervalued and ephemeral content is. There are some great teachers on their, it serves as a very functional tip of the spear form of audience interaction. Could be very useful when used in conjunction with other social platforms.

[@HubbardSteve]

DUDE!! You have been CRUSHING it lately!! I love the humor, like genuine laughing out loud, love that stuff!!!

[@VanessaNaomiR]

I can’t wait till they remove like count in europe

[@chris-murray]

This is my favorite video that you have made. I'm so fed up with Instagram, and you nailed it on every point. Thank you.

[@SamDCote]

Can we get a 10 hour car asmr? Asking for a friend

[@JulesO]

Chris is a legit guy. He speaks from the heart and it's always pushing us to try better. To practice (cover songs)! But still finding our own thing. I also appreciate the little attention to detail he put in the little skit at the beginning by doing the aggravated Chris prior shaving and the professional Chris all nice and tidy.

[@GaryJahman]

And here I am with 30 likes......

[@LimReviews]

That’s why you need 2 accounts. One for the world, one for yourself.

[@ijyoyo]

This

[@zachwinton7358]

“Phertography”

[@clu88a76]

This is unbelievably accurate !! Instagram is over whelming and it almost takes over your life unintentionally... that combined with the ridiculous algorithm he meant that we are wasting so much time for likes ... it is not possible anymore anyway ! The reach is no where near what it used to be Loved this video in particular but all of them are great - keep up the great work man . Peace from the U.K. 🇬🇧

[@RodneyEvangelio]

Chris, of all the youtubers, I feel like you are the one who talks about things that are really relatable to me. It’s weird that it’s like you are answering questions in my head through your videos. Amazing.

[@TheEsmproduction]

What a great video. I felt a bit caught that I‘m upset about the performing of my pictures on instagram. I even realized that my last short photo trip just brought me vertical photos. What a waste... thanks for this great impulse!

[@Shotbyfelixx]

This is so accurate. Lately I try and challenge myself as well on trips and shoots to not shoot that vertical shot for Instagram or shoot that lesser beautiful composition because I want good memories as well, not only social media shots. Spot on.

[@TheRyanMaybee]

Honestly, I was so focused on growing my account just for the sake of during first year experimenting with photography. Now that I’m three years in, and over the course of late 2019-now I just post whatever I want. Hashtags haven’t made the biggest difference so sometimes I forget to add those. I only comment when someone posts something actually inspiring to me rather than commenting to boost my own engagement. And what I’ve now realized is, Instagram and social media in general is going to evolve, possibly die away, and grow into other things. So, here’s a fun idea: everyone collectively should be more focused on bettering their craft rather than spending hours trying to fight algorithms and get numbers. Numbers mean nothing in hindsight, whereas creativity and passion will outlive it all. Thanks for making this video, Chris. Really enjoying the honest mindsets you’ve been pushing in your message and brand lately. I feel like that goes a long way instead of the same gear talk seen on 90% of other related channels.

[@SjoerdWess]

This is something I try to be aware of when I'm travelling. One thing that definitely helps me as a documentary filmmaker is to find narrative. Seek for interesting stories. Therefor I need to talk to people. Visiting 'banger' locations is not going to cut it! Good video Chris. Loved the 'storytelling intro'. Cheers from Holland!

[@TylerSarry]

So true really appreciate you making this vid!

[@Olasunkanmi001]

I’m glad I was recommended to mr_poster07 on Instagram he verified my account on IG ( anglitu3) Stay safe and use your nose mask 🖤

[@Travelwithchris]

Chris I couldn't agree more with you!

[@Srvent]

I'm not a photographer, but a videographer. But more importantly I'm a rap artist. You're describing something universally applicable to other creative forms. I feel like I have to play the game to some extent in order for people to see and appreciate what I work so hard to make... Because if I don't play the social media game, there appears to be no other viable attention economy to replace it. I feel like a storyteller at the firepit with no one else at the fire, at times. But you said something flippantly, it just happened to be true. Therapy for creative people is important and often necessary. We grind for years, and a lot of us give up and can't make it to the end of our life with pride, gratitude, and joy in our craft. Though I'm hustling on social media now, I've learned to view it as part of my job, and its impact on me is not a reflection of my own artistic value... Thank you for the thoughtful video!

[@RustyBrown_]

Facts, Chris. Facts. I've slowly pulled away from IG. Doing so only reinforces why I began in photography in the first place - the art and fun of it. I also feel that IG really isn't a platform for photography. When people ask me where they can see my work, I send them to my website or to my Flickr page (neither of which is driven by an algorithm). IG will be IG, and in that sense, good for those who use it in a way that IG rewards. For photographers though - it shouldn't be our go-to platform (my opinion). The minute we start shooting for the likes is the beginning of where we lose our creativity. Great video, man - thank you.

[@DiegoTeliz]

100% agree with your thoughts. We limit ourselves way too much on what we create. On top of the points you mentioned, some photographers also do other things for the sake of Instagram, for example I used to take into consideration the 3 columns grid on Instagram and posted content according to that, and of top of it I used to have a color as "theme" during certain amounts of posts. Of course, the feed looks nice but this restricts the type of photos I take and I ended up not posting many shots that I love... just because it didn't fit with those "rules" or trends. So now I basically decided to don't care about those things anymore and just post photos that I really like, regardless of what the algorithm likes! Love your videos, keep it up!

[@Enamorri]

This is a freaking awesome video! I have felt this way about IG for a year now, but somehow I just decided not to get frustrated about the numbers, as they are not necessarily an indicator of your creativity or the photo quality.

[@Olasunkanmi001]

I’m glad I was recommended to mr_poster07 on Instagram he verified my account on IG ( anglitu3) Stay safe and use your nose mask 🖤🖤

[@ALEXAWRIGHT]

The cat ASMR outro....!!! I love it. This video is so true - I have been feeling the gram's effects in making me feel like some of my favorite shots aren't worthwhile. Thanks for sharing these thoughts and tips!

[@harshitmishrafilms]

Exactly right !!!! You see every picture you go through on instagram and feel like you've already seen it or something similar.

[@wildhuskystudio]

Honestly this video was so good and was filled with so much truth that I am going to rewatch this a 100 times to remember all this!! Thanks Chris!

[@greenviewmedia6186]

I definitely burnt out on social for a number of reasons. This video is super accurate.. Do what you enjoy, not what someone else or some algorithm wants from you. you're not a copy.

[@tikiortaka]

As a instagram creator myself I hate it sometime to the point of demoralizing that some of my favourite posts are not liked by people. I mean most people on instagram doesn't get more than a second on a post. They see something that pleases their eyes and never think about any thought process whatsoever. It's saddening.

[@ashyouknow7420]

Thsoe intro & outro are seriously one of the best if not the best I have ever seen on YT!

[@zouhairbenazzouz2536]

Chris your last videos just went greater and greater, and I really start to feel that you have something unique to say or at least a unique way to say something other said ! well done !

[@ghetto_tog]

As a long time IG hater, I used get triggered when someone would say "Crop for Instagram". I've recently decided to cave in and join the masses and at first stubbornly stuck to my 3x2 horizontal photos, but lately have started to occasionally crop with IG in mind. Sickening! Thanks for the reminder, Chris. Great video!

[@bahrag4235]

I just started photography and Instagram literally this January when I bought my first cam. I'm really loving my daily afternoon walk and taking street photography of my city. But just a few days of posting daily in Instagram really started to have an impact on me now. I started to shoot for likes instead of developing my own creative style as a starting photographer. This vid really is a wake up slap for me 👋 Really glad I ran into this!

[@abrahamgrc2243]

I've been following you for quite a while and I just hit the bell today cuz you've just made a very important jump in your content quality in the past few months, happy for you keep it up Chris hope I can meet you someday salutes from Tijuana, Mexico.

[@TolarRay]

I didn't really realize how much this has affected my photography - you're right on the money about preinstagram photos. It was much more enjoyable to take pictures of everything... i'll try to think about that next time I'm on a trip

[@vaseTheMusic]

man. chris, i didn't really dig your content for a long time, and i dipped back in after a long hiatus. i gotta say -- i think you're doing such a great job and it's clear that you've progressed naturally toward making content for YOU and YOUR AUDIENCE. just my 0.02 BTC. keep it up man, i love to see it.

[@AdamGualtieri]

Chris, man. Your videos are just the beeeest. Thank you for saying it like it is. You and Lucas got it figured out. I abandoned Instagram for a couple months. When I feel like cracking it open again, I’ll be posting whatever the hell I want. I literally cannot look at a photo of a mountain again. Bring back insta-food pics!

[@locationsbylogan]

It’s sad that we are mostly all guilty of doing these things, but it’s extremely eye opening how Instagram has limited our originality. Thank you for sharing this video! I couldn’t agree more with your insight.

[@razerville]

Thanks for this man , I have been putting our content for the viewers but rarely for myself. I am changing it up and putting stuff I am proud of , cheers Chris !!!

[@Trevor-Bobyk]

These skits just keep getting better. Love it

[@MarkDuffyPhotography]

The best thing I did with my photography was want to move into commercial photography, so that opens me up to photograph everything, headshots, landscapes, products. Landscapes and gear shots perform the best, headshots the worst but it doesn't stop me posting as its my portfolio and I get hired from companies. Their algorithm is clearly more interested in pointless influencers lately so whatever. Great video dude, the opening was class

[@riclarkdo]

Solid like this video.... IG has absolutely impacted my creativity, yes nowadays I only shoot vertically, yes I post less and shoot less of the stuff that doesn't perform well on my profile, and yes, I've been trying to fill my ego with likes and engagement Thank you Chris, I definitely needed to hear all of this

[@jchart4]

Best video from you in a while man. Just really appreciate the honesty.

[@salinaspedro1]

Love the story at the beginning, the whole message makes me rethink what im doing with my work and of course that little fella at the end make this a perfect content, thank you Chris!

[@augustincollie8500]

Intro and Outro were 100% ON POINT !!! And funny enough ! I had the same observation with vertical photos ! Thanks for sharing ! strong content again !!!

[@MustafaSheikh]

very important topic. thanks for talking about this

[@kennyw.6825]

Best Video i've seen for a long time. It's just so true...and that makes me as a photographer really of sad...cause i didnt really think about it till now. Thank you so much Chris!