How To Actually Fake It Until You Make It As A Photographer

[@NGBPOV]

One of the best recap photography / videography videos I've ever seen. I'm just getting my channel started, and it's so inspiring seeing someone like you growing to the heights you've grown to...incredibly well done, man. And congratulations on you opportunities! Insanely inspirational.

[@JosephGarcia]

You have no idea how satisfying it was to read this. I hope my story can be a small part of your story at some point. if there is anything i can do to help, let me know for real, im only a DM away

[@azekkun]

❤ Just do it ✅ Hopefully your channel grow 🔥

[@IS-mt9lc]

I needed to see this! I want to take my photography serious this year. You are an inspiration man. Keep growing and I’m here to watch the journey. Thanks for sharing.

[@JorgeDiaz-21]

Bro best video I've seen in a min!!! Loved everything about it. Your bars spoke truth.

[@JosephGarcia]

Broooo, stupid humbled to hear this! did you have a favorite part?

[@stevevlahos1]

You did the one thing that rocked. You adapted. It’s not the strongest that will survive nor the smartest, it’s the ones that will adapt. Great job.

[@xanderjk11]

Man Im a 20yo photographer based in Peru and you dont know how much I relate to your story. First aproaches, believing in yourself and just going for the shots helped me a lot, as well as knowing Im not the only one passing through lines and doors without permission. I have a ZVE10 which works perfectly but Im considering buying a full frame just for having a bigger camera due to stereotypes and looks. Great video and keep up the good work!

[@JosephGarcia]

Yo bro! I feel you 100% You get it. Thanks for the feedback! What is it like shooting out there man? I have never been! I wanna go

[@BrownGuyMadeIT]

As someone who's been doing film / photography for 10 years... You just explained my whole process of progression in 17 mins. Earned a sub for this video.

[@SteelCityCreative]

I have an interview for an internship as a videographer for the Pirates next week and I am so hyped/nervous for it. this was awesome advice I can use!

[@JosephGarcia]

bro DM me on IG and let me know if i can help in any way! i hope it goes well. you got this!

[@DorzCreativo]

Dude, as a Filmmaker/photographer in Panama cty , Panama. I was having a hard time the last couple of months after i opened my studio! december was bad... last week i almost quit and closed the place, but i said ILL GIVE THIS ONE MORE MONTH. and i just found your channel and all the thing i needed to hear are here! I know its not much but THANKS! sometimes you need videos like this so you can see that YOU CAN MAKE IT! It is hard to see other plp in social media doing so great and you are stucked with no clients, thinking WHY DID I DO THIS? MAYBE THIS IS NOT FOR ME! but here i am thanking a guy that made it! that beleived in himself and is so good on what he actually do best! thanks my man! and no IM NOT CRYING RIGHT NOW! YOUR ARE!

[@TuckerPearce]

16:56 this ending literally gave me chills. Man this video is so inspiring.

[@verbhal]

This was fantastic!

[@kenyontech]

I'll be honest. I've watched hundreds of KZbin videos at this point since 2019 as part of my self taught journey. This video fits easily into my top two of all times (for me and my journey). This is relevant, relatable, inspirational and informative. All the best.

[@KadenSki]

i did not expect my video to be something that people would refer to, or use as a guide. that just made my day :) thank you! and glad i can help!

[@sarroth7471]

Hey man, usually I don't comment on videos, but your video was truly inspiring. I only started photography almost exactly one year ago and while I don't intend to go "pro", I was always struggling to say 'yes' when people asked me if I can shoot any event for them. I was always scared that I would fuck something up or couldn't get a good shot and therefore would ruin a once in a lifetime moment. But seeing how, even if you planned meticulously, things could still go wrong, you can still adapt and overcome these obstacles. I really loved that you didn't only show the sunny side of event photography but also showed the stress, burden and the ways things could go sideways. Instantly subbed your channel, keep up the amazing work!

[@ShadyJay77]

Absolutely the most inspiring video I’ve seen in years. Raw, humble, challenging, and triumphant.

[@IMonsterCoke]

bro... this is God talking to my heart right now... Thank you, I am just starting my own photo business and this is what I needed to hear... verdaderamente un salto de fe🙏🏼

[@wderas1]

Bro you hit right in the feels because everything you talked about is what I’m battling through. Random vid that popped up and just pumped me up.

[@DonsSoDigital]

Bro I’ve been saying this same exact thing, and to hear it from someone who is PROOF is so crazy. The timing is insane. Such a great video you’re a beast 🙏🏽

[@joereyes7763]

First video of the day and I love the story you shared🙏 I can’t believe the experience you went through but, made the most out of it👌

[@dronephotogeek]

I have a thing I call INSIDE ENERGY see most people hang around the perimeter with the low energy crowd but when you carry yourself like you belong there everyone just assumes you belong there. You have that, My whole life I just walked right into anything like I owned the place and it always works. Concerts golf tournaments car shows whatever. Some people just don’t have the assertiveness but if they just find it and go with it, it will change their whole reality

[@maurizioricci9274]

The most underrated Creator from years. Push brooo

[@JosephGarcia]

Yoo loved reading this! thanks man, im trying!

[@ahmedamir_ali]

I like this guy! keep it up mate!

[@JosephGarcia]

Thanks brother, appreciate the love! My mom tells me the same thing 🙂

[@leroytademy]

Love the grind man! Keep up the good work.

[@TheRealJoshBarro]

Amazing video and message. I decided last month that I was going to give photography way more focus than I ever did in the last 16 years combined while also starting my journey on YT. Thank you for sharing your story!

[@kerrivernon6438]

I really needed to see this! You have got some amazing messages in here and what a great story to tell! I love it. I've saved it because I need that push this year and really want to start taking myself seriously with my photography and I'm going to watch this again and actually maybe believe in myself to put myself out there. Thank you!

[@johnmartinez9465]

This is exactly what I needed to hear/see at exactly the right time. Thank you for showing me that I am actually closer than I let myself believe, of being my best self.

[@samtang]

So amazing bro!!! Really hit them feels with this one!! Thank you 🫡

[@SePark]

So glad you made this video. This is freakin awesome. Top notch storytelling awesome.

[@The313psn]

This is genuinely a beautiful video. Love the ending 🫶🏼

[@pabloca88]

easy one of the best photography/videography videos I've ever seen, how the hustle is, and how to grow confidence in any context. excellent joob men. saying hi from Argentina!

[@tcparker2]

I needed to hear this. Thanks for sharing bro

[@southpeak01]

This is such good advice and what a great vid showing the little things that don’t always go our way but how to make it work anyway. Definitely subscribing

[@JosephGarcia]

Good looking out! i feel those little things are the things that make the difference between someone who can follow a tutorial and those who need to adapt

[@TreyFowler86]

Love this !! And amazing advice !! 📸

[@JosephGarcia]

My boy trey! Thanks brother, hopefully it helps a little bit

[@Yummy_food60]

@8:15 Why didnt you use Auto white balance? and does it mean everytime i go to an event i have to play with my White balance. And nice video and very informative

[@tbcaptures_]

Insane work man :) Incredibly motivating and inspiring. Im looking to do this type of work this year. Just do it all. I love it.

[@dunganphotography]

Bro the effort you put into this video is 🔥Definitely subscribed!

[@JosephGarcia]

EYYY thanks for the sub! humbled!

[@kernzilla]

@11:02 preach it 📣 my theory is the folks that say 'gear doesn't matter' are just trying to allocate your budget away from new glass, and point it towards their masterclass. btw, baller vid 👏👏

[@reelkinetic]

Great info! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@Pricearoni316]

Bro i seen very few videos these days that inspire me and this inspires me to do more and grow as a photographer

[@JosephGarcia]

Let's GOOO! Let me know if there is a way i can help man, whatever i know im willing to share, so you tell me

[@markryanoklahoma]

Hey man, I think this is one of your best videos. I was really drawn in and like oh shit when you didn't have the lens on. Nice work man!

[@JosephGarcia]

this is awesome! I have to agree with you. it is one of my favorites! dude, i looked way too chill in the video becaus eon the inside i had a mini heart attack

[@mikedionr]

Thank you for this video! You have no idea who needed to hear this!

[@Andrewlytic]

Awesome video! Super inspiring! Keep dropping us this content

[@bryanpak9314]

🔥 absolute 🔥 thanks for the motivation and more drive to keep this going for me! 👏 🙌

[@JosephGarcia]

Yo bryan! thanks dude, i believe in you

[@YeixYei]

Very inspiring and best of luck in your creative journey

[@BryceMos]

Holy! What an amazing video! Dreaming of getting where you’re at brother!

[@mrldphntm1627]

As a growing photographer, I can say this video perfectly describes the anxiety of working a shoot. Embrace the chaos!

[@kyyuhl]

Thank you for this. I've been shooting almost every day for nearly 3 years now for myself, building up a portfolio of work and getting practice for all sorts of situations, subjects and styles. Focus being portraiture. Cars, people, animals/pets and such. Everyone around me says I need to start putting myself out there and doing paid professional work. Finally getting past the fear and the impostor syndrome of going out on my own and making this into an actual business. It is daunting to be sure but I think its mainly me being in my head overthinking too much rather than my actual skills and abilities lacking. Going to use 2025 to make this stuff happen for real!

[@TravelAlways316]

Josephhhhhh!!! Omg I’m not even a minute in and I love this!! This is insanely amazing and inspiring. Seriously always love your work 🙌🏽

[@JosephGarcia]

Ahh thank you 🙈

[@MatthewFaronbi]

Such a good video and solid advice, just subscribed

[@lmillermmms]

I usually don’t watch these videos but holy crap you were spittin this whole video. Great video. I’ve been doing to the consume to steal for a while and didn’t know how to say it. You said it perfectly

[@JosephGarcia]

Brooo I feel you on that! Lol...because I am the same way haha, if you find anything worth stealing let me know 😏

[@ShareefMohammed-q1o]

Love the video great take away points!

[@IndyVisuals]

This is amazing man 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🤝🏼🔥

[@slate7096]

I really needed to see this!

[@DuaneSPdL]

Great story and advice bro! I often find myself battling imposter syndrome so it's always good to get some encouragement from people you know! Éxito siempre!

[@melissababil]

Thank u for this, it was necessary 🙏🏾

[@cosminvieriu7719]

this video is so motivating.Thanks for this

[@JosephGarcia]

You're so welcome! i hope it helped a little bit

[@gospelblueproductions]

Awesome video man. Thank you!

[@tobiaskiegerl4223]

damn, one of the most inspiring videos i have ever seen!!!

[@simoneboschin]

Thank you man ... I'm also in the process of going all in with photography ... and this video helped me a lot. Also I see that I'm already doing many things you are doing. Thanks again

[@JosephGarcia]

Glad this helped! What are you focusing on? Like shooting wise? any retainer clients?

[@swatraidrpofficial5200]

This is probably the best video for photography I have ever seen. Any advice on getting out into the world/convincing my parents to let me get an instagram?

[@quinlanpayne3445]

Bro, absolutely wow I really needed this. I have been struggling in my business lately and have been asking God what’s next and it’s like this video formed everything that I was feeling thanks man give me the courage to keep going. 💪🏽

[@JosephGarcia]

Bro, I'm so happy to hear it! Let's get it man, you got this! Trust me when I say, if i can do it, you can definitely do it. Im currently praying for you and some guidance fam.

[@walkwithkeon]

Love this for you!

[@BROBUUST]

Haha great story Joseph, learned something new and laughed! Good way to start my day!

[@JosephGarcia]

eyyy lets go! double whammy

[@supremeb-q2l]

Glad I came across this video 💯

[@ClipTellerMedia]

Great video Joseph, thank you!

[@Clightsheffield]

Wow, what an amazing video. So refreshing

[@OfficialGundem]

This is at a professional level. An amateur don't even have that amount of gear or skillset. What I'm curious about is what its the pay like for something like this. Anything under 1k would be a hell no.

[@hishvin6120]

Cool vid bro.. Gave me the info I needed. Though i had ideas on some of the stuff u said😅

[@hishvin6120]

This is sth we needed 😂😅

[@KyleSharpton]

GREAT VIDEO MY FRIEND!! THANK YOU!

[@JosephGarcia]

You already know 💯! I hope it helped you out.

[@trellthompson1515]

you hard! believe it or not you're the youtuber a watch from start to finish

[@JosephGarcia]

Yoo how sick is this to read! i appreciate you man!

[@dronephotogeek]

Good for you and you still got content to make this wow

[@garickbattle7199]

This is my first video I’ve ever seen from you… where have you been all my life? 😂

[@ManuelHerrera-vk9wt]

this was such a beautiful video..

[@1EyedJack51]

Same rule applies to almost every aspect of life in general …….great video !!

[@gerardomata.costarica]

Subscribed and saved the video. Are you based out of Florida by any chance?

[@robertpelekai8]

Great job man I’m just starting on my photography journey mainly shooting my kids sports and posting on instagram . Just had a few parents ask me hey how much do u charge and I’m like I can’t charge lol thinking I barely know what the hell im doing 😂

[@anthonygrant9969]

Hack for Sony Video turn on Emphasize REC Display. Gets the best of us. The little beep is not enough sometimes.

[@mariahslatosch5192]

I just got my first business client..I usually shoot weddings and some lifestyle stuff..but this I’m so nervous I’ve been back and forth telling them idk if I can do it..but like..I can..😭I just want to tell them I can’t because it’s a big deal to me and I don’t want to mess it up and want to do good. This video definitely helped me. Thank you.

[@JosephGarcia]

Ahhh! Ok so i know how this feels because my first commercial business client. ugh i was nervous, but when you call on your skills from before you got it! I believe in you! do it!!!

[@tylermaness8804]

Good Stuff

[@JosephGarcia]

Thanks dude!

[@dillonluis1]

Amazing bro. ❤

[@JosephGarcia]

my boy dillon! thanks man

[@Texedge]

Honest shooting for other people is so scary to me

[@eyeamstrongest]

this was raw af

[@marekmarek6038]

"Fake it untill you make it" is the most important part of photography. In summer when I was 17 yo, with sony a6000, sigma 16mm and 28-70. I had press pass on one festival, NOT ON MAINSTAGE but I had like 1000 photos of David Guetta🤣🤣

[@jgooch99]

Thank you

[@dimipoint4871]

Hustle mode! ✊🏽🍾

[@manuelfigueroa894]

Gracias! Just watch more of your videos and sub. Keep it up!!!

[@JosephGarcia]

Orale! thanks for the sub bro

[@Shogunofcville]

…and subscribed! This was fantastic!

[@JosephGarcia]

Thanks for subscribing man! Appreciate the love.

[@ElevateJones]

Don Demarco audio from Rap battles plug made me subscribe 😅

[@robofatcat]

"This how we do it we shut our mouths and we work hard this is the Mexican way" Sergio "Checo" Pérez

[@_reggee_]

Cooked!!

[@JosephGarcia]

you see me bro?!!!

[@_reggee_]

@ yessiiirrrski

[@sheriagregory6267]

🔥🔥🔥

[@donniep123]

1 of the dopest recaps I’ve seen. Thanks for the inspiration and toast to the next step. You gained a follower and hopefully I can do the same for some of you some day.

[@cinefam6246]

Yoooo🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@DroseMr]

Rton Bro.

[@johnclarke4082]

Great video Joseph - your dad must be well proud of you. Proverbs 3:5-6 for everyone.

[@farrellsdaughter]

❤️

[@catlogiknation2885]

Great advice, however, notice how you became the most successful when you concentrated on being the best at just one thing: MLB. In my experience, that’s when you will become the most successful. Otherwise, you’re just a guy that likes to take pictures.

[@ItsStartedTo]

yooo

[@Lueio]

Agree

[@TravelAlways316]

You are amazing. I so appreciate your artistry. I’ve always seen you as a pro and I’ve always learned from you. Love love love this video so much. The fact that you did all the work ANDDDD this BTS…. Do you realize your talents?? 🫶🏽

[@JosephGarcia]

eyyyy ok... sooooo i am glad you noticed haha, not to exalt myself but just that, it was deinitely a lot going on, like when i stopped working for the client, i started working on the youtube video 😅

[@TravelAlways316]

@@JosephGarcia So not to sound mean, I promise this is a compliment but you’re a hustler!!! You strive to be your best and learn and it’s been proven in the work you do! Okay this is totally gonna sound creepy but… I’ve been watching this channel for a while (no not creepin on you!) but just seeing your work cause I draw inspiration and ideas from you. You’re just easy going and you explain what you do and how and I’ve also only learned on KZbin and from going and faking it till I make it 🤷🏻‍♀️ so I’ve found myself being able to learn from the content you put out and that’s on top of doing the client work. Like that’s actually insanely impressive. But actually I need to study up on your car photography videos because I have a client who asked me if I’ll shoot his cars and I’m like yeah of course… I’ve never done cars 🥲

[@doescott]

This video was 🔥 fam! Respect 🫡 just got a new subscriber