Obsessions

[@Semeyaza]

Damn, you should have gone up to ten to get the perfect Ten Commandments of Photography. Every word you said should be put down in stone for all the gear obssessed, pixel peepers, shadow opening, sharpness fanatcis out there. Getting these simple rules in our heads is way better than a hundred technical tutorial on the net! Thanks, Craig, you are a True Master. Cheers

[@mauistevebear]

Guru...that's what you are. A Photography Guru. Loved it. So So true. Thank you for the laughs too. Brillant

[@tonyallen9047]

8 minutes of pure common sense that every photographer, no matter what level, should be made to sit down and watch! Absolutely spot on with everything, Craig. I’m guilty of some of these, and it really brought it home. Thank you!

[@sleaponit21]

ha craig, memorys of the 70,s, 400 film walking the city at night, heaven, heaven.

[@TL-xw6fh]

Wonderful! Great images, great advice! I can't agree more with you, especially regarding bokeh and gear obsession. Bokeh, to me is just a fad like flared jeans (for those old enough to remember them in the 60's) and invented by social media such as KZbin. If you speak to advanced amateurs and professionals, they don't obsess over it. There are many more ways to separate the main subject from the background than blur and how round and "beautiful" is the blurred pin-prick! Gear obsession is something that retailers love as it sells more cameras and lenses. But, like you said, it is futile. ALL modern cameras can produce outstanding images, in the right hands. It's very brave of you to produce this vlog as you are opening yourself up to sad people who obsessed over all the very things you talk about. Well done and I salute you!

[@josebainakielorriagaarriet2066]

I have friends who make nature photography, especially birds, and I have always accompanied them. They have 400/600 mm teles, I have an economic zoom up to 250 mm apsc (400 equiv.). Well, I have a photo of a heron, slightly out of focus, part of the body moved and about to hide among shrubs in the marsh ... And I love it !!!, more than the photos that I could hit to nail the focus and freeze in the air . I also have to say that my friends nail them all the pictures, but many of them leave me cold. Freeze a bird in the air, sometimes it has its attraction, when it is going to land or catch a fish, but without taking the flight. .... does envy speak for me? I´m happy with mines,without focus ,softs,....

[@stevemozzie6497]

Thought about what you said while walking the dog today. There was a photographic exhibition in town, rare occurrence, and I was blown away by the subject matter. It was a collection of images from RPS members I think. Not once did I pixel peep, look at grain, chromatic whatsit, sharpness or anything else. Totally fixed on what the photographer was trying to convey. Blown away by the images. I know that I'm improving bit by bit but I need to obsess less on what others think about my images. They say something about me and how I try to capture whatever the subject matter is. You're a star Craig. Love the vlogs.

[@rotvonrat]

After all, this is the only themes youtubers talk about, over and over again. Thanks for a nice video with content.

[@nicolaslachance5057]

Best Photography Advice... period.

[@onthemove301]

I'm glad you posted Craig. The withdrawal symptoms caused by your infrequent videos were getting so bad I had to start watching the clickbait couple from the USA. (You know, the people who opined Micro Four Thirds is dead)

[@shrubmonkey]

Tony Green haha who could that be ?!?!?! I have been thinking the same about their videos recently too

[@nimmira]

I think I know whom you're pointing to... these 2 are just ... stupid (sorry). They talk about really non-sensical topics (like changing terms of photography coz they make no sense). Typical (let's be stupid so we get famous)-attitude.

[@Cagey7531]

There is never a right time to watch those shills. I'd rather watch paint dry

[@tonyallen9047]

The king and queen of ‘click bait’ and self praise. If I hear about that bloody book of theirs one more time.......🤐🤬

[@TL-xw6fh]

It'll be even worse if you resort to watching the American Chipmunk (The Fro) :)

[@jimbean532]

Get up and get out! Except it's minus 9 Fahrenheit. I'd rather watch your delightful video and see your beautiful images, thank you very much! Wonderful!!!

[@buyaport]

Thanks for calling me an obsessive idiot. Yes, I love to nearly poke my nose into photographs in museums. I learn so much from it -- and it is a bit like peeking into the photographer's workshop, I find. And of course I am obsessed with photography. You have to be to take good pictures. At least all of the pictures I put on my walls took that bit of obsessive extra effort. [Yes, ok. I know what you meant in your video. And I agree.]

[@nigelclifton5814]

Refreshing advice Craig. Your comments re shadow detail was the first time I have heard or read such. I was always impressed with National Geographic photographs, many of which used blocked up shadows as an integral part of their composition. And therefore I could never understand why sensor reviews put so much stress on the importance of shadow detail.

[@thevalleywalker]

lol... funny, informative and spot on Craig.

[@thevalleywalker]

Guilty on You tube.... what a wake up call that is for me :)

[@Imtiazab]

OMG - This is so me . Someone who talks sense at last. Thank you very much food for thought.

[@austindrawhorn2141]

Great advice for all photographers, period.

[@peterroulston]

Wow, guilty as charged, thanks for pointing this out.

[@dalerobinson8456]

'Bourgeoisie' sharpness! Craig, great video, great advise, thank you.

[@TrashTheLens]

It's all so true, but what really stood out to me was the city scene at 3:44 - simply amazing!

[@grat2010]

Agree with all points made. Step away from the saturation slider and embrace your shadows!

[@lookylookie]

Excellent, I’m in the KZbin obsessed category. Now heading out doors to take some pics. Cheers Craig 🍻

[@paulsylvia2405]

I set off in 2018 to significantly improve my landscape photography. Your channel and a few more truly made changes to my compositions, technique, and appreciation of photography. During the year I admit to OBSESSIONS! I use a Canon T6i and an amateur level Canon 15mm-85mm lens. In the last month I actually printed my best 12 images on 12x18 paper and was AMAZED with the prints. All your points are so true and the proof of my work is in the print not on the monitor at pixel by pixel detail.

[@TL-xw6fh]

Well done! Don't let KZbin influencers fool you into thinking that you must have the latest and greates FF cameras and their lenses that cost £1,00 to £3,000 each! I've always advised my friends that the best way to improve their photography is to go out and take photos and learn from the mistakes.

[@tafowen]

Great balanced view , creativity first the only obsession

[@mje1625]

Thank you for talking me out of buying a full-frame (Nikon D750) camera! You're absolutely right! Most, if not all, "better" photographic equipment is splitting hairs when it comes to a better image. Whew! What a huge weight you took off my shoulders. A crop sensor is just fine, damn it! I subscribe to about three or four youtube photographer channels. Yours is the best. It's informative. It's insightful. It's enlightening. And, most importantly, it's inspiring. AND it doesn't try to sell me something. When are you going to do a video on your post process!?

[@jamijamo1498]

You saying "damn" really just made my day.

[@shrubmonkey]

Wise words Craig. 9 years ago I was heavily into HDR images, now they make me want to vomit. Totally agree with your comment on having shadows in images to convey depth and realism.

[@robcoates4394]

Your point #9 - KZbin obsession - is a good one. I usually watch a photography video while I'm having my breakfast and often they do inspire me to get out and shoot and try something I haven't thought of before. Especially a channel run by a Pom who manages to inject a lot of humour into his urban and landscape jaunts. Thanks for a thought-provoking video. PS - Love the lighthouse 2:35 and negative space 5:55 shots. PPS - Best wishes in advance for your 30th.

[@MarioSarto]

The world would be a better place, if every master could talk about his vocation like you do. Gorgeous! Sadly I have to stop watching your Vlogs - every time I have this damn demand, to go out and trap some light through one or two glases. Drives me crazy, I tell you.

[@goldrace10]

Dang ! Ya about made me spill my coffee at 4:53 !

[@tilerman]

I remember doing HDR and thinking 'wow, that looks amazing'! Was I on drugs! Looking back, man what was I thinking!

[@pauldrew610]

Very well said, Craig !!!👍🏼✅ You’re Spot on the money with this one 🙏😎

[@matthewcutler4440]

Another refreshing video. Whenever I am feeling overwhelmed by all the chit chat about gear, sharpness, lenses, editing, etc., I also turn to this channel.

[@rckeith]

Great advice l only watch you and Mike Browne. Funny that you're both from the UK. Best advice Mike gives it's you that take the picture not the camera.

[@Paul_anderson_creative]

Simple. Sensible. Nice work.

[@robdido]

Best advise,.. less watching more doing . But i do enjoy tagging along on your photo adventures. You make it look all so simple.

[@christianboue523]

Bonjour. I'm going to watch this video every morning and try to remember all of it, and then go out and take some images. Thank you.

[@chrisseveris5126]

Craig I'm loving the humour 😂 Right people, you've heard uncle Craig, stop obsessing!Get out with your camera and take some pictures.

[@paulboyle5659]

I just enjoy being out and about taking photographs

[@johnferry5668]

Yet another excellent video and everything you talked about is 100% spot-on - Love your videos :-)

[@b.s.4478]

You hit them all Craig! xD Great video!

[@casperghst42]

Refreshing, thank you very much.

[@dougvarvil6435]

Good Video Craig. I aways finish your video with a smile on my face. You have taken the old advice “don’t take yourself too seriously” to heart. Well done.

[@e6Vlogs]

Yes, this is and always will be, an 'ego-free' channel!

[@smiff4748]

Totally agree with you Craig. Spot on video as usual.

[@thomasjcahill2798]

Yes you got me on No.9!!!!!!!

[@wokabu9991]

😂 Thumbs up, Craig!!!

[@karayuschij]

You are so right!!!

[@neilcole3406]

The man talks sense!

[@PerEng2405]

😊 I really appreciate (or whatever it is called beyond really liking something) these e6 videos. Would never have guessed that Craig (you) is only 29. With all the accumulated wisdom my guess would be 35 gravitating towards 36. Anyhow and jokes aside, I do really appreciate your videos and your take on what it takes or not take to become a truly skilled photographer. Thank you for all the effort. /Per (Denmark)

[@3atmey]

Videos like these makes me happy and makes want to photograph again, thank you.

[@limtattwah13]

Same for me

[@dreamcatcher3622]

The proof of your advice is borne out in your excellent images - you also made me laugh - fantastic.

[@DarrylHughes]

Craig, so much truth in this video. I've probably fallen for most of them at some point or another! Wonderful video. You are without a doubt the best photography KZbin channel.

[@e6Vlogs]

Ahhh, thanks Darry! But, now I have a goal to make it the best overall KZbin channel !

[@andytheghosthunter]

1 camera and 1 lens.....it's the way forward and also check out ‘paralysis by analysis’!!!!!

[@smkunder1]

Awesome advice, just have fun!

[@ekkanofiqandriyana7325]

you are absolutely right.!! and 3:22 makes me laugh out very very loud hahaha

[@michaelofmelrose]

hey e6 that was refreshing and thought provoking, thanks.

[@29jug11]

Bang on the button....I have subscribed on the strength of it .....but.....should I watch his others ? ;~)

[@jimduffin5336]

Excellent well said Craig....love your approach..I was out today shooting so I feel like treating myself to your vlog..must shoot for 8.08 minutes more next time...hahaha

[@DBentham65]

Well said, great video. keep shooting

[@lazarostachtsidis]

Excellent advice. Thanks

[@joseluisavilagonzalez9626]

Learning as it has to be...in a fun way!! Thank you Craig!

[@tedphillips2951]

Brillant!!

[@SylvainDuford]

Well done! Funny and on point.

[@Ellsam23]

Thank you for the reality of this video, up to your usual quality. I WILL become less photographically obsessive than I am now and hopefully get more personal enjoyment from my shutter clicks.

[@yamakawa511]

Great video. Completely agree. Y

[@MrFreakwent]

I learn so much from you, this time not to worry always about ISO. The humor is a welcome bonus !

[@keithhesh]

Brilliant!

[@stephenhunt7655]

Thanks Craig, just unsubscribed to all my KZbin channels ........except yours lol. Lots of truths in this video. I always enjoy waking up on a Saturday having a coffee and catching your latest video.

[@mikehart5723]

Nail on the head stuff Craig, refreshingly down to earth and no waffle , excellent.

[@alandryer9861]

Really enjoyed this one Craig! Made me smile :)

[@mk1photography62]

Great tongue in cheek video loved it! Funny thing about gear - some of our best images seem to be always taken with last year's camera! I am old enough to remember film and today's cameras mine being a Fuji X100F are far better than what passed as "professional" years ago. Great work as always

[@timothylinn]

If only we were all so well adjusted. :-) One thing that bears mentioning is that IQ is a moving target, whether we're talking noise or focusing precision. Talking about the film days (I too shot film) ignores the fact that many images that were considered great back in the day wouldn't cut it now. Obviously, this depends on the individual image. Some moments are not repeatable. But that amazing wildlife shot you got in the late 80s is probably not saleable now, even as stock, unless it's a lion eating an alien.

[@camarols6]

Great video to put photography into..............*ahem* focus, try to enjoy it. I agree something you just need to step back and if you captured the feeling of the photo you wanted, you succeeded

[@sylvaindion8419]

Thanks Craig, I needed this vid...

[@KGi4]

Golden words, I wish this could be promo for social media ...

[@TL-xw6fh]

It's easy, just share the word!

[@DavidSdeLis]

Just one item short of being a great decalogue of how to enjoy and improve in photography! We never had it easier with digital photography yet we have so much to learn from Ye Good Ole Film Days, huh? ;-) It's actually refreshing and mentally sanitizing to listen to someone saying these things in such a cabal and relaxed way... BTW, love the humour, hehe... Keep it up and thank you for the wisdom pearls!

[@jimsjourney3926]

Very helpful thank you!

[@1spitfirepilot]

Excellent.

[@desgardner7169]

Good advise is never forgotten! You spoke a lot of sense here.......well put over as well......Thank You.

[@CristianGeelen]

Loved it man! 😊

[@c.augustin]

Good advice, as ever. I somehow missed some of your videos …

[@RichardPotter]

I love your videos, great sense of humour in delivering issues, good tips and advice

[@kenhenley7599]

Wise words indeed. One of the best videos on photography that I have seen. Thank you so much.

[@tsuri-pinoytv1781]

So true.!! Thank for these video.!

[@finophile]

Well said. This should be the rolled up newspaper smacked over the noses of many forumtographers.

[@Martingj56]

I’d like to add white balance to the obsession list. A few years ago I asked a collegue club member to print my kite surf picture. An atmospheric picture became a boring print because the white balance was “corrected” 😢.

[@ianjb7466]

He Craig, nice video and content I agree with your sentiments. I'm not obsessed with KZbin, Being an ExPat living in the tropics of Asia, Seeing content like yours does inspire people, I share your content with a few of my Asian friends and they enjoy, unfortunately we dont have the likes of Snowdonia or my home of 40 years the Lake district. We do have a lot of Tropical rain forests, rivers and very thick jungle, but with you, and your fellow You tuber's inspiration we get out and 'try' to take nice images So thanks again for your many videos that 'Do' inspire us non Obsessed Asian dwellers :)

[@fis1256]

Great advice ✔🌟

[@gaoldias]

Great advice, Craig. In the last few months, it's been this channel and Flickr that have put me on the right path with my photography. Prior to that, I used to spend an inordinate about of time wondering if my gear was good enough and thus, not going out to shoot because of that doubt. My gear isn't brand new or the latest models but it's perfectly fine to make pro grade images. It's me that has to get better and the only way to do that is to go out and take pictures. Many thanks!

[@Theytoldmetodoit1]

Talking about not being good enough...I say upload photos to Instagram, Twitter, etc. However, do not even think about joining a photo forum or photography group in Facebook, they are full of photo snobs that judge on gear you use and get a kick out of tearing people and their photos apart without giving any helpful advice, especially towards beginners. It was something I experienced and put me off photography for a while. Now, though, I do it for fun. I know my photos are terrible but I keep trying.

[@thomasjung4615]

Great as always. I am guilty to be obsessed by the youtube-videos of e6 Vlogs😊

[@olivernemo7280]

Guilty as charged m'Lud! Great video Craig and relevant to so many of us ... me especially ... many thanks.

[@mikekay6288]

Thanks for that; I feel better for having listened to your sound advice. Mike in Oz

[@jamijamo1498]

The computer speaking over you had me laughing like crazy.

[@iainhall5477]

nicely put

[@MrCochise71]

Such a great video... " Kick em out"! 😂

[@ashstubbings2603]

If you're only 29 mate, then you've had a harder life than I've had! LOL Great video btw, and it's put my mind at rest about a few things.. a)I'm not the only one to obsess over these things, and b) It's ok to use (and enjoy using) the gear you've got, instead of hankering after top end stuff! Oh and c) It's ok for your photos to be a bit..er..soft..or as they used to say back in the days of film cameras, 'blurry'! :)

[@kevinwalding6779]

Great video thanks.......love your style and yet another inspiration to get out .....cheers

[@ForsgardPeter]

Great video!

[@hgkpereg]

Thank you. Think of you the next days (maybe even weeks)

[@f8bethere]

Good video.

[@amymontico]

9 spot on tips.. Thanks for this video, I needed to hear all of these..