Norman's Wisdom? | Do You Hate My Channel?

[@kevinruston3285]

The only way to deal with Toxic people, is don't play the game. Be yourself, do your own thing , and ***k the rest of em .

[@EwanDunsmuirImages]

I have no idea who you are talking about but I do think that there should be an algorithm geared negatively in some way for content (or Landscape photography (in this case)) which is mediocre at best. I rarely post because of time, but i know that each one of my 'productions' take about 40 hours to put together, and only post when something is worth doing right. If there is a YT code to crack... I wouldnt have a clue how to! Keep plugging away man. Gets to us all in some way shape or form. Stay true to what your photography and channel represents. Regards, Ewan

[@katharinemovertonphotographer]

I am a small youtuber and disabled I could not speak in front of people Or afford the gears needed. I do it in the hope someone might get something from it. and because I like to document what I see. My camera is my voice. sorry not good at explaining. Keep doing what your doing I enjoy it

[@martingoff-jones2184]

I’m a non-tuber (is that actually a thing?). So many points to reflect on in your vlog today mate, and thank you for standing up and calling them out - I think in a lot of ways it’s borderline bullying by whoever had the gall to suggest someone’s channel may be below par. I’m desperate to improve my photography, so that I can consistently look at my own photos and think “yeah, I like that”, if it gets noticed & appreciated by others along the way - extra feel good factor. I’ve recently found myself unsubscribing from some of the ‘bigger’ channels, as I find that quite a lot of the time they constantly try and push people to purchase something from them - it actually feels like their photography is just incidental to pushing their products. I now sit back and enjoy ‘smaller’ channels (I’d say more intimate, but I don’t want anyone getting any ideas 🤣) where the content is engaging, the vlog is entertaining, and there might even be some great photography along the way. There are definitely great locations - ones that I can actually aspire to visiting myself without having to rob Chase Manhattan to afford it. You and I talked briefly about the sponsor honey trap when we met, which as you know I kind of fell victim to. Well, I’ve actually dumped my web site, domain et al, last week - I finally got (correctly) into that mindset of “Martin, what the hell are you playing at. Get out there, enjoy your photography & improve where you can. Oh, and try not to give a sh** about what others think unless it’s constructive and will help you to achieve your goals”. Thanks Gary, great video mate. (Oh, and thank God you said you were getting wet and not m………. 🤣🤣🤣🤣)

[@JamesRBurnsVLOG]

Sure I won’t be the first man to say how much we love you Gary. I do believe that ‘the algorithm’ is blamed often from certain creators who don’t get the views they believe they deserve. Partly yes, it is due to a lesser engaging personality, story teller etc but it isn’t just this. Content is key, quick engaging strap lines, thumbnails etc etc. There are lots and lots of key factors I’m sure and that’s why I’ve always created videos that I want to and enjoy. A high standard of photography and good video creating is not a common thing as well and that’s why we see it’s either one or the other. Personally when I see your Normans Wisdom videos, I don’t hesitate in watching it because you are very engaging Gary. You continue to moan mate. All good

[@SteveChick02]

I'd rather spend time with 2 people who "get" me than hundreds of people who don't. Quality beats quantity every time for me.

[@LynneH-ej6rx]

Love your channel, you are down to earth, enjoy your conversation with us and love your photos. Ignore the negative people in the world and keep doing what you do.

[@DGriffGallery]

Wise words 😊👍

[@mikestebbingsphotography]

Great video mate. I put out a video last week and I used the term "The intention of Attention", meaning people just shooting images for the sake of attention rather than doing it because you love it. Its very similar to that in the respect that they just do videos for the likes and subscribes. Also, if people love me or hate me, I don't care, I love doing what I do, being out taking images and making videos. Would I like to be bigger, yes, but I will just keep doing what I am doing and see what happens!

[@CymruRJW]

Gary, I certainly don't hate your channel, I find it a breath of fresh air. I don't have a You Tube channel and don't do Social Media, and video production seems to me like hitting my fingers with a hammer so I don't do it. I like watching You Tubers for several reasons, there is one with 10K of subscribers that is so bad I have to watch it, and wonder who goes on his workshops, others I watch because they are decent photographers, but I shy away from lifestyle cook in a bag, electric bike riders. The YT you refer to I never watch because it is boring and assumes that all his subscribers are virgin photographers, I think he has a part time job selling printers. Good luck on the walk. !!

[@ChrisM-01]

I did smile when I saw the words etched into the tree at 12 mins 32 seconds. I'm a new subscriber and I like your channel.

[@ffoeguk]

well spotted lol

[@burtjake4137]

As my daughter would say YOLO (you only live once) so who cares what he thinks I really enjoy your video thank you Burt

[@jamesattenborough2597]

😂

[@garrysugdenphotography]

My channel is tiny. I'm pretty crap at talking on camera..... but I enjoy making the videos. That's what really matters. So keep on sharing you're Wisdom, Gary 👍

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

I watched it all. Interesting. I have to think about your question. 👍

[@mattthomas1547]

I've seen some creators that I really don't like, but I've only seen them once. If someone takes photos that I admire, but aren't that flamboyant or exciting, it just means that I have to listen closer to what they're saying. There is always something to learn if you pay attention.

[@IanElson28]

This is how you tube for me works now, I used to watch "big" names/numbers, but fell out of love with their style. This channel ,I feel keeps giving, really enjoy the diverse range of vlogs.

[@johnmclean7852]

I like your posts. The thing people forget is that KZbin is not trying to show videos but to sell advertising time. Have fun walking in the woods, and remember you’re doing something you like and the haters are doing something they don’t enjoy.

[@martindev6638]

I don't know that photographer or their work, I've not come across them before. But I have come across you and, thinking back, it's because I was watching photography channels on KZbin and yours came up. So something happened to connect my watching habits with your channel. I could've watched your content and simply clicked away, never to return, but there is something that keeps me subscribed and watching and I think that it's you, Gary. For me, I relate so much more to your images, and more specifically, your journey in photography. I can't relate to the photographers who travel around the world in their camper vans; I have a day job and all sorts of other commitments. The photography I like to do is my hobby (I am involved in photography for my day job, but it's work), and I see so much in common with you when I watch your videos, than I do the photographers going on road trips to Iceland, etc. Your content gives me heart, it makes me want to do more, to struggle harder and make better images, within the constraints that I have. I also think you're right, any photographer's aim should be to take better photographs than increase their subscribers and views. And I'd rather hang out with you, than any super-star landscape photographer.

[@trishf29]

Ha! Norman Wisdom, I remember that very funny man! No, I don’t hate your channel, I’ve just found it, via your Pubcast with Adam, whom I also follow, and so far, have enjoyed your videos as they are inspirational. There are troublemakers and scammers everywhere these days, people who think they know everything, and anyway, who really cares about algorithm’s. All I know is it’s something to do with computer science and quite frankly, ‘I couldn’t give a damn.’ Do what you do best, they can move their hate sessions to someone else’s channel. No harm in talking about how you feel, others do that too. I prefer to watch the smaller KZbinr, they are more honest.🇦🇺

[@Wigtwizzle]

You always come across as a nice bloke and you are a good photographer. There will always be those who try to bring you down that’s how they get their perverted pleasure. Take no notice Gary you always get a large number of positive comments that far outweigh the odd negative one. We your regular viewers obviously need to desensitise you to the trolls. Cheers, Steve.

[@nickliveseyphotographingth5050]

The photographer in question can pontificate all he likes but the fact is that he couldn't take a decent photograph if his life depended on it! He's also a dreadful storyteller. Why? Well, chiefly because he hasn't any compelling stories to tell.

[@Fred-wb5nz]

Could you give the initials or a hint to his most recent video - just so I can unsubscribe

[@nickliveseyphotographingth5050]

@@Fred-wb5nz FMP - AK

[@alanmclerie7628]

​@@Fred-wb5nzHe's an ex- policeman

[@Dal1970again]

@@alanmclerie7628 Have to say I stopped watching him some times ago when everything became about generating income, and too much pontificating about whatever free gear he was testing that week

[@tonyb2760]

I watch photography channels mainly for ideas and or inspiration. I avoid channels that have "arrogant" host (I have unsubscribed from a couple for that reason) and I abhor channels where the "main goal" is to sell me something. If I am in need of advice or technical information on products or equipment, I will search specifically for that. I favor the honest and humble approach and also enjoy the videos that have an educational value. I find your channel relaxing, honest, and inspirational so I guess that means I like it.

[@DanielWretham]

Very small youtuber here and I agree with everything you said, views do not equal talent and they never have. There’s plenty of early adopters of you tube that have done well in numbers but frankly their photography is laughable. If your only concern is the metrics then you’re really in it for the wrong reasons, do it cause you love it. Don’t get drawn into their game Gary, they are purposely doing a topic to get a reaction, boost their engagement etc, cause that’s all they care about. My subscriptions don’t have many of the big names, I prefer to watch people who genuinely love what they do and are passionate about it. Keep doing what you do Gary cause you do it very well and I love the fact you will speak up about stuff !

[@SimonBurnCreative]

This 👆

[@thetruth-loveitorhateit7999]

Excellent. And well said that man. Not many of us have that silver spoon affect. We do what we do. If they don't like it, tough.

[@seeingmonochrome]

I agree 100% Gary, I've often wonder if no one has seen my video how do they know if it's any good, that's why now days I try not to worry much about the numbers. My channel just promotes my art and it has worked fine for that but more eyes on my work would be nice. 😅 I know I'm a decent photographer, my employer and colleagues told me so for 25 years, oh and I've got a box of awards given to me by my peers somewhere but that doesn't mean much on KZbin, I'm not hip enough for the big numbers. Lol Thoughtful video, well done Gary!

[@MHLandscape]

Well said Gary, said person is an absolute tool if im honest.

[@davidlesliewilliams1513]

No Gary, I don't hate your channel. I find your channel(s) interesting and thought provoking, as well as inspirational. The best people are the HONEST ones - not the ones that are sucking up to a "stereotype audience". KZbin active audience size is clearly an important issue for those people who need the ad revenue. Being a follower of the other individual, I have to say that he is entitled to his opinions and using social media to promulgate those opinions, even if as in this case, my opinion is that he has got it wrong. Keep the videos coming. ps. I'll have to find something to-do on a Sunday evening for a couple of hours over the summer.

[@DGriffGallery]

I’m a small KZbinr. I agree with everything you said. But you knew that. 😊👍🏻

[@thevalleywalker]

I was gonna tell you to get back in your box then I realised you are a small you tuber, I've seen the picture 🤣🤣

[@DGriffGallery]

@@thevalleywalker Yeah I could fit in a matchbox! 😁

[@garystone6583]

Have to say Gary, I watch your videos because your engaging and you keep it real. You are a great photographer make no mistake about that. Hope the guy, whoever he is realises what an arse he's being Please don't change how you are or what you do.

[@sheilafoster-hancock5687]

Well, I love your channel and who cares if that person doesn’t, they don’t have to watch. At least you’re true to yourself and not playing the system. I’m sure you inspire others too. You come across as a nice guy who’s enjoying what he does and that’s what matters.

[@timrosenburgh8597]

Good for you Gary making this video. People who think they are better than you should look at themselves first. I look forward to your channel because i enjoy it. So the person concerned should shut their mouth and give up UTube and i hope i am not following their channel as i would stop watching it straight away. Well done mate and keep up the good work.

[@huwalban]

I am going to be a bit cynical for a moment. It is no secret that KZbin revenues are down. I've seen lots of prominent KZbinrs make that comment. So against that background, I listened to those comments from X thinking that they were designed to "scare off" smaller channels and convince them to stop so that those more longstanding and established channels can get their views (and therefore revenues) back. Trouble is that the KZbin genie is out of the bottle, and for every small channel that stops, a new one is born. My KZbin channel is tiny - less than 2k subs - but fame and fortune is not my aim. My channel is all about informing interested parties about who I am as a person and a photographer in the hope that they might book me for a 121, or a workshop, or a camera club event. Does my snails-pace channel growth bother me? Well... in truth, sometimes yes - it would be nice to have a larger following and a bit more recognition, but then I remind myself about why I chose to do it in the first place. There is room on the platform for all types of channel, so my view Gary is that you put out the content that you want to put out. If viewers don't get it then that is their problem and not yours. Stay safe and dry out there sir.

[@minisla]

Simple fact. If you don't enjoy what you do then don't do what you do. Otherwise screw the lot of those who add more negativity to what's already a difficult enough experience for 99% of us just trying to get on with living. Keep doing what you're doing if it makes you happy..... At least you are making the effort to make these videos

[@robingrant8082]

Hi Gary. The saying "accentuate the positive and eliminate the negative" springs to mind and sums up my opinion. I find you and your videos both engaging and informative so please keep up the good work. Kind regards.

[@Dal1970again]

Don't let him set up camp in your head Gary, otherwise he will eat away at you until you lose your enjoyment of photography

[@evolvingphotons]

Tiny blogger here, don't need an 'algorithm' to hate me, I'm quite capable of doing that all by myself. It's the difference between the 'philanthropic' and the 'entrepreneurial' mindsets

[@kathleenhickey7793]

Well said, Gary, well said! I don't pretend to understand the whole KZbin phenomenon, and I don't have a lot of time for watching. This makes me very selective. However, I have been a fan of yours for a long time, and I always try to catch your vlogs, although I'm behind on everyone right now. Anyway, I digress, what I meant to say is that you do good work, both in your photography and your Tubing.

[@ivanstevens]

Personally I really like your channel and your photos. I also watch some of the YT greats and their images are good but not necessarily great but they are sometimes quite engaging. You are also pretty engaging as a presenter of your work and am somewhat surprised you don’t have more subscribers tbh. Glad you are not going to stop.by the way.

[@LeePelling]

Honestly, i couldn't agree with you more. My channel is tiny . I have seen images from larger channels and so called professional photographers, that in my opinion is average at best , but like you said play the youtube game well , create good thumbnails and clickbaity titles. Yes the video is ok well produced etc etc but the resulting images never blow me away, in contrast i see much smaller channels who dont play the youtube game whos videos are equally as good if not better and the resulting images are, in my opinion, far better consistently yet dont get the views they deserve. Its an interesting topic and sadly some people have opinions as big as their misplaced ego . I do like your approach and well balanced, considered arguments , keep up the good work mate all the best

[@jonstallingsphotography]

First off I enjoy your channel. From what little I know it is normal for a video to have lots of views from non subscribers. I do wonder why a famous landscape photographer would feel the need to make a video like you describe. Oh wait, they are creating content geared to the algorithm 😁. Also, I have noticed a lot of the top KZbiners do a video around the same time on the same topic. A clear indication they are searching for trends on popular topics. Just keep doing what you are doing and we will keep watching

[@MartinJSmithPhotographyUK]

Well said, Gary, Keep up the good work.

[@sstarr1310]

Like your channel. You say a lot of interesting things. Some people are just jerks so don’t pay any attention to them.

[@ffoeguk]

Gary your You tube channel is different its entertaining and different. You keep coming up with new and fresh ideas for vlogs that are not the same as the rest. Thomas Heaton does the same, he keeps reinventing himself. I am board with the formulaic run of the mill vlogs, doing the same thing. This includes the bigger vloogers as well. Images that are predictable and boring, some seem forced to get the vlog done. Keep up the good work mate and keep enjoying making the vlogs. DLTBGYD.

[@alanthomas8467]

I love your vlogs if people don't like you they don't have to watch keep on going

[@steveboys5369]

Hi Gary, another thought provoking one from you ... for me the measure of success people have is their own opinion based on how they define success, To me some opinions are of value , other less so. Personally, exclusively as a viewer, I look for elements that will help me be a better photographer, not the wizziest production methods. One case in point is Stuart's video from Lofoten with the Northern lights this week .. it was Stunning ;-) ... Stu's clearly a really nice guy but from a production standpoint he definitely struggled as he acknowledged, but as for content, WOW the images he made and things you could learn from it were truly memorable ( not to mention him trying hard not to run around like a headless chicken, he was so excited and why wouldn't you be, that was funny ), I'd recommend anyone have a watch. Alternatively I can think of other prominent channels where the presentation is so much more impressive but the content is DULL ... and though some love it, its not really for me. I guess I'm a bit "marmite" with my tastes. Oh and by the way I think your channel is a great fit for my taste ... engaging, interesting, educational, enjoyable and you're defintiely the right side of "mount stupid". Many are still climbing it. I look forward to you moaning all the way around the hike in the summer, but in a good way ;-) Keep up the good work Gary!

[@thevalleywalker]

Small ex you tuber here...... I didn't realise that everyone hated me - I just gave it up coz I thought I sucked at it. 1st video in 2017... .and I have got over 100 videos on line and less than 700 subscribers.... thank goodness there is no rope in this room. Good luck with the walk fella... I have walked many years and my longest walk has been 17 miles....eek, 25 miles Edwin Starr would be proud !!

[@ianspendlove4776]

Hi Gary, all very true. I’m going to miss you and the other guys on the pubcast, it is very entertaining and my escape from some crappy tv that my wife wants to watch. I found KZbin photography channels and the pubcast during lockdown stumbling across Daz first, then dropped onto the rest of you very soon after. I must admit I am behind and need to catch up. Looking at subscribers I can’t think Nick P is the person you are talking about but another KZbinr I started watching First, Man he fits the bill. I am still subscribed but haven’t watched anything from him for ages. I will be watching his latest video though as he has another of my favourites with him. Good luck to you all on your walk, i will try and even up the totals when I donate, I was hoping to bump into you all at the Photography show but we went on the Monday, spent too much so will donate to the walk next month.

[@trevorfinnis9111]

Gary hi 1st thing you are definitely not boring and if we ever met up I’m pretty sure we would get along. Your videos are always on my watch list you are fresh entertaining and easy to watch. I’m as you know a very small channel and as we have discussed in the past doing videos is part of helping with my wellbeing it’s never been about subs although it is nice it’s more about engaging with those who like to watch my vids just because you have loads of subs is not the best all and end all it’s about enjoying what you do and doing it for yourself and if others enjoy it to then that’s a bonus. If you wanted someone to talk about Alzheimer’s dementia you know that I’m a carer to my wife Margaret so might be able to give a personal insight into living with someone who has the disease. Keep up the good work Trev

[@rjphotos]

He’s wrong anyway, and I’m a bit surprised at the post tbh. It does seem rather arrogant. The audience can’t hate your channel if they aren’t exposed to it in the first place. Small channels with creators who work hard are up against it to get their videos suggested to viewers in the first place. Just keep making the content you love to make and the audience you have, however small will continue to enjoy it. In other words, the right people will be watching.

[@SimonBurnCreative]

I agree that we watch people like Clarkson for the entertainment value, although he doesn't claim to be an expert, and messes stuff up most of the time and ends up looking like an idiot.. Bigger photography KZbin channels, although some of them are great personalities and do entertain, they try to come across as experts, and many are not particularly great photographers. So it's not the same thing, or a good comparison. Re: audience hating your channel because of lack of views. Bollocks. There's a game to play to build views and an audience. And some of us can't be arsed to play that game. As a VERY small KZbinr with the slowest growth in the photography genre on the platform in history, I laugh at many of these bigger channels and all their nonsense. They call themselves "Pro Photographers" but basically make their living selling and promoting gear. I make my living actually getting paid to take photos and make videos. Maybe someone should remind them they are primarily salespeople, that will piss them off 😁 Get the heck off of Twitter / X, deleting my account was the best thing I did. It's a toxic negative place, and kills productivity. Stay well.

[@thevalleywalker]

lol.. I laughed out loud at the Salesman comment.... so true. In fact there is one prominent You tuber who plays the game so well that I liken him to a Cockney Wide Boy..even though he is sadly born in the land of song.

[@SimonBurnCreative]

@@thevalleywalker I can't believe I wrote that, must of had a bad day 😁 Know I need to find out who you're referring to.......

[@JenOPhoto]

Sounds to me like he was either trying to rage bait or attention seek. I like your content, I've learnt uiet a bit from you. I'm actually sat here today (before watching this) considering starting a channel. Not for fame or anything, just to document my photography and the places I visit. Keep up the good work. Jen

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

I think you should definitely give it a go! I've discovered so many benefits from vlogging, especailly mentally. If you need any help, give me a shout 🙂

[@JenOPhoto]

@@GaryNormanPhoto Thanks Gary, I really appreciate that! Keep an eye out in the future! I think i will have a go!

[@DanielBennettphotographyuk]

1st of all well done putting this out mate fair play to you. I personally really enjoy your channel. Now I'm a very small youtuber. I get more views than I have subscribers. Now d9es this mean I'm not liked ha ha I'm not sure. What I do like about yoir channel is that yoir honest and yourself. I hope "said youtuber" sees this video and takes on board yoir points and thinks twice next tike before he leaves such negative comments, Carey on been you mate 👍

[@geordielad82uk]

The main question I ask is, why does it matter? KZbin is saturated with loads of Photographers as you have mentioned on the pubcast which is also a niche & small genre compared to others. You do videos because you enjoy it & use your creative senses.

[@photovlogsuk]

The guy about the algorithm is talking utter sh*t. Trouble is too many people like him on You Tube trying to tell people how to run their channels and improve. Thing is with photography, it's over saturated so smaller channels will be lost with the many that are out there. It's all about making new friends, and building a small community of friends through You Tube and having fun. For me , if only a couple of people like my videos it's a bonus hehe.

[@bcegerton]

It’s pathetic Gary, some people believe they are just so good that they can’t be bettered and think they are so high and mighty. I met one KZbinr, don’t watch him these days, basically down to his attitude, he thinks he’s so high and mighty that he can look down on who he wants, I actually bumped into him once, so ignorant it’s unbelievable, he may well be better than me at photography, most are but so what, I’d heard about this person’s attitude on Facebook that he would get banned from every group and how rude he was in person showed me why, he was very lucky I didn’t give him a mouthful, or worse but I wouldn’t stoop to that level. We’ve been here before mate, haters always gonna hate, what they should do is take a long hard look at themselves, the one I’ve mentioned loves to steal others ideas, he simply isn’t on par with those he steals from either. You do what you do mate, you didn’t post for quite a while and were missed by so many, I’m not just saying that, they told you themselves, keep doing what you’re doing and “Don’t let the Ba#&a%$s grinds you down” See so many channels that have far fewer than you’d expect, seen one recently hit 10k, I was shocked and actually thought they’d missed a 0 off. Stay True to Yourself Gary

[@r423fplip]

Your channel is actually use-full, more on KZbin should take note. Never liked the word “hate”, it’s way overused.

[@lphilpot01]

I watch photography KZbinrs because they're engaging and / or they're entertaining and / or they're good educators and / or their photography is good and / or I find something else to which I can relate (for whatever reason). For example I've occasionally watched videos where maybe I wasn't so interested in the person, but the scenery was outstanding ... just an example, not you! LOL I guess for me the bottom line is, it's no single reason.

[@marktaylor9579]

A good salesman can sell a lot of a crap product if he's really good at selling. Someone with a great product, but without the BS that goes with (some not all) of the best salesmen, won't sell anywhere near as many products, even if the actual product is as good as or better than the one sold by the BS artist. Do what you want the way you want to, and know that some of us out here like you and what you do because of how you go about it. Everyone should have a 'Moan Zone', and one of the reasons your subscribers watch you is because you say what you think, not attempting to sell anything, or keep any gates for anyone. Don't change Gary or take any notice of others negativity towards you please.

[@iainmc9859]

It IS the presenter not the photo's. There's plenty of good photographers that I don't subscribe to for two main reasons : 1 - They've got a large back catalogue that I don't have the time or concentration level to go through (fact) 2 - Their vlogs do my nut in due to their personality or video editing style (opinion) The Audience is not the Algorithm. Not sure that the audience even factors into the equation with youTube. If someone wants to be 'successful' on youTube they don't need to be a good presenter or good at the subject matter. They just need to jump on the right bus at the right time to get to the desired location. But that's true of all occupations. Mediocrity is definitely not a drawback in many jobs, in fact it can improve your career prospects. Just so my opinion is clear - just carry on doing what you're doing; I might disagree on any given day with what you say or do but that's just my opinion. If I was a 'gatekeeper', then I'd lock it and have the garden to myself 😊

[@rickcooper248]

Love you man!

[@richardroberts3205]

They probably sent the same message to Tom H and Nigel D... suggest you ask to see their KZbin content....please keep being yourself!

[@501CM]

Haters are your biggest fans

[@Brock_in_the_North]

And you know what. Good photographer or not, good story teller or not. Whatever it is. The algorithm, and I di mean algorithm, only pushes what's popular. Algorithm or audience, it matters not. If your (not you personally) channel isnt bringing in the views, it will not get pushed because it's not about photos anymore it's a numbers game and that's all social media is which is why I've never done a vlog and why I want get sucked in by it. It's all a load of bollocks. The tech companies have created this way of thinking, let us run with it and now they sit back while we fight for numbers. Nah stick to a 9-5, keep it as a hobby, share your stuff, and live ya life. I make more money than Thomas Heaton, I travel as much as him, and I don't have to worry if people like me or not.

[@Phil_f8andbethere]

Whoever the person is who wrote that Gary, they are a total plonker - period. Don't let it grind your gears - just laugh at them. 🤣

[@RoamingPhotography]

No idea who you are talking about, but I believe it's "Mr Beast" or some channel that big that said to replace "algorithm with audience", so I believe that's plagiarised. And it is purely from the view point of getting subscribers. View duration is a far more interesting stat if you ask me. I generally get a couple of hundred views on my vids and hardly have any followers. So maybe I am hated?? If I was doing this to generate subscribers I would probably have given up by now.

[@PhotographyByRune]

No, not at all. If i did I would not have subscribed.

[@MikeGoodwin]

Another great ramble Gary. I used to be a smaller KZbinr but gave up because I couldn't gain any traction, or get any interaction. I had hoped that by sharing videos of locations from my part of the world, I could engage with others, and maybe make a few connections. I guess that since I don't know how to play "the game" blowing my own horn, or using clickbait titles, keywording, etc., my videos just didn't make it across peoples screens. I don't think it's a like or dislike of someone. I truly think that if I knew some of the "tricks", or befriended other KZbinrs for cross promotion of channels, things may have been different.

[@ThroughJoesLens]

In a nutshell, if I didn’t like you and your photography or thought you weren’t entertaining I wouldn’t watch your videos. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@DGriffGallery]

Neither would I. YT would be a duller place without GN 😊👍

[@iaincphotography6051]

Can you delete comments off you tube? I have a fair idea who you're on about after being helped by the comment from Nick Livesey. He is not to keen himself on taking advice! His photographs are sort of "Stating the bleeding obvious". Keep doing what you're doing, enjoying the pubcast too.

[@davidskinner274]

Norman's wind up...😂. You wouldn't be you, Gary without a little moan on what cheeses you off. In the end, you bring it back to sound argument and opinion. Basically success comes down to personality being genuine and being able to take a decent photograph. Either missing, see you! That personality, for me, can be a bit boring, be humourous, whatever, as long as it's genuine. A good photograph and the tips that helped make it is vital... Just as important to show the not so good photograph that could have worked, but didn't and point out why. All of the above will measure your success in the long haul. Cheers, Gary.

[@andrewsimpson5436]

Are you calling Stuart McG a knob 🤣 Of course you can say what you want and all the labels you use are just words, not worth looking at too deeply if at all. The % who look at it that deeply must be minimal or maybe I'm shallow, who cares.!