"A Life with Leica" featuring photographer Thorsten von Overgaard. Short documentary filmed in Rome.

[@ivojohndualan8006]

Wonderful viewpoint. Most photographers say they just want to document reality. What Thorsten is advocating is that photographers have the power to make the world a better place.

[@arneheeringa96]

Just like John Free

[@empr]

This is such a beautiful video and perspective. Thank you for sharing

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you 🙂

[@darksora145]

I really appreciate that you are one of the view photographers on KZbin that instill the importance of the individuals uniqueness. There are far too many KZbinrs out there that talk about gear more than the art of photography

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you :-)

[@Biosynchro]

I've already seen this twice. And I'm about to watch it a third time.

[@ronaldsand3000]

Wonderful inspirational video! As I’ve lost 3 people in my life recently from smoking related lung cancer , consider giving it up before it’s too late

[@ericchungmarketing]

Or maybe switching to IQOS e cig first? Before totally giving up

[@ronaldsand3000]

@@ericchungmarketing interestingly, every person I have known that were told by their doctor they have cancer have had no trouble giving up even though more often it was already too late It’s a shame that the same people were unable to be either motivated to find the will power to give up before then

[@ingarmatiaseide3306]

Thank you for this one Thorsten.

[@peterkleeren]

I can't stop watching this movie multiple times. So inspiring and beautifully constructed. Like everything you write and publish about photography.

[@ablueslenz]

This short film always makes me happy about photography and why I should continue to pursue this artistic medium. I'm saving for the Q2 Monochrom because I absolutely love B&W.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Q2 Monochrom is a good one. Very easy to get great bw photos from it. Surprisingly straight-forward.

[@GrenvilleMelonseedSkiff496]

A delightful short film that inspires photographic creativity! I recently upgraded from my trusty iPhone 8 to the Fuji X100V and it feels like I’ve embarked on a wonderful journey. Thank you. PS: I stopped smoking 33 years ago and haven’t given it a second thought since then. For some strange reason, this video makes me think about having a drag again. I suppose it’s the “cool” factor and the memories of that nicotine hit. Fortunately, I won’t be smoking again but I sincerely hope for your sake that you might consider packing it in. I know there’s nothing quite as tiresome as a reformed smoker but I would love for you to always carry a camera for many more years! Thanks again for an excellent short film. Less TV … more snaps and the world will be a more beautiful place!

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you for the kind words. Yes, it is addictive, and this documentary and too many "cool" photos of me smoking made by workshop students made me decide to avoid showing cigarets in video/stills :-) So far so good.

[@throughmyeyes9940]

this would also make a soft sell cigarette commercial

[@Biosynchro]

Yes! LOL

[@davidselby976]

It says it all

[@wolfgangpieper4530]

Thank you Thorsten for the touching inspiration and motivation. 😊 A happy Leica Q2 shooter from Germany.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you 🙂

[@sbasty2321]

great video, you inspired me...:)

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you 🙂

[@AlejandroGonzalez-AGS]

I’ve seen it three times already…I’m Alejandro a Chilean Fotógrafo and love to take Fotografías… you are a great guy Thorsten…Cheers!

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you, Alejandro :-)

[@wattsrc1]

Such an inspiring video

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you 🙂

[@MaikKronerPhotography]

Bravo 👍 i like the Movie and the Atmosphäre

[@matkovidosevicswalkabouts6890]

So inspiring!... thank you!

[@marcobutzfotografie9679]

A Really Masterpiece, I’ve watched it a few times. Great Inspiration, love it. Have a good Day Thorsten✌️😊

[@RS-Amsterdam]

First my compliments to your video team. Beautiful work, piano fits great too. Good story, excellent , entirely a success Thanks for sharing

[@davidmantripp]

so nice to see such a positive message :-)

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you :-)

[@tonyhayes9827]

Pure gold.

[@suehodnett6911]

Is it bad to say I've watched this lots of times over the last few years ha ha! I even like the music, so nicely put together. I remember reading a comment previously that someone's child had watched it so many times they could both remember the words to it. I feel like I'm getting there now🙄 thanks 👍🏻

[@davidselby976]

It’s not bad at all to say that if it’s what you feel

[@ItsjustmeDJ]

Wow wow wow, this has to be the most inspirational video on photography I’ve ever watched. I love your style and the way you teach. I actually welled-up a little while watching this. Thank you so much for all that you do, you’re a true teacher and a great asset to the photography community. I hope I can someday take one of your workshops here in the U.S. (although Paris would be nice too! ☺).Thanks again Thorsten.

[@ajjiajayan1419]

Very inspiring views, also planning to get a Q, not sure yet.... thanks!!

[@peetje28021970]

Old times lol, hello Thorsten.

[@andrewjames9963]

GREAT FILM WATCHED IT MANY TIMES BEFORE

[@ObservingBeauty]

Beautiful expression

[@jannovak7950]

One of the most watched video of Thorsten, so the strategy is to relaunch it like new :-))

[@davesouthwood1545]

thanks Thorsten, lovely film, and thanks for being an inspiration to fine art photography the world over, come to Botswana one day and see what we do

[@dr.travisrader5788]

Such a great perspective that can be applied to all areas of life. Inspirational. Very good documentary. Was this filmed on a Leica?

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

It was filed on RED cameras with Leica R lenses.

[@drgashi]

Are you planning any workshop in the US?

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Have a look for USA, Europe and Asia workshops at the workshop calendar page: www.overgaard.dk/thorsten-overgaard-seminar-calendar.html

[@TheDarlowiak]

Is Your smoke Davidoff Magnum ?

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

No American Spirit non filter

[@leemartin2978]

How true your comments are about turning off the television 😀. This is such a classy video

[@TheVFXbyArt]

Hey, why did this have to be a repost, Thornsten? I thought this was already on the channel. Hope all is well!

[@another8470]

I watched right to the end. I realised then that it wasn’t an advert for cigarettes.

[@zenjitsuman]

Since the Q2 monochrome came out I have been hoping Leica will take the sensor used in the Q2M and put it in a SL-2 body so we can pick our lens from the ones we already own in our camera bag. Sure the Q2m is convenient, but essentially its a fixed lens point and shoot camera. I want the SL-2 experience in a monochrome body.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Maybe hey will make a SLM, people seem to keep asking for it.

[@rmle23]

Very inspiring video like many others I see from you. It´s funny and easy to learn whit your great experience and talent, please keep sharing whit yours your valuable know-how. Thorsten I would like to make you two questions: What is your favorite Leica camera and lenses? When you came to Portugal for a workshop?

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you for the feedback. Portugal is on the schedule for later this year, see www.overgaard.dk/the-thorsten-overgaard-Lisbon-Portugal-photo-seminar-and-advanced-workshop-for-leica-photographers-and-digital-photographers.html

[@HumanClouds]

Inspiring, thanks!

[@ericchungmarketing]

The video shot on SL2S?

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

My own videos are with Leica SL. This ons was shot with two RED cameras and Leica R lenses.

[@daveandrews6384]

Everything is great about this film that celebrates photographing life.. except one thing, The abundance of glamourised cancer sticks!

[@marcmichelmann6411]

Freedom of choice?

[@Alexxxxir]

There's an adage that the one who doesn't smoke or drink dies in very good health... :) No one can predict what's good or not for any given individual. Thorsten can be a chain smoker and chain coffee drinker and live to be 120 and someone without those afflictions and who leads a healthy lifestyle can croak from a heart attack or a stroke. It's all relative.

[@marcmichelmann6411]

Why do you use an evf with your m?

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

I sometimes do. The Leica M240 I used EVF quite a lot (the camera used int he video). On the M10 and M10-P I use EVF in periods but essentially prefer the Leica M as simple as possible without any extra stuff.

[@klarkolofsson]

This is a beautiful video that more people needs to see and after that, go out and shoot instead of watching gear videos.

[@danielbdbe]

not being a photographer just an amateur and would love to attend a workshop in Paris if price is lower . daniel

[@danielbdbe]

@@SingleTrack66thanks for advice - I bought the video training complete training pack from him beginning 2021 but real workshop in the streets will be for sure much better

[@Biosynchro]

He does have the odd free photo walk now and then. Keep an eye out for those.

[@danielbdbe]

@@Biosynchro thanks I will follow him

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Check the special on workshops and he free "Walk with Me" here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIXGi2eZZrumnLM

[@Therealginori]

Wow wtf

[@yusranabdulrahman7093]

@RAMSEYSPENCER 😂