Can you still GROW on Instagram? PHOTO TIPS & SECRETS Feat. Shortstache

[@PeterMcKinnon]

Thanks for the new profile, shortstache :) - Give that man a follow!

[@vanderbenc]

Been following him long time ;)

[@youta9]

done 👌

[@richnield1458]

Done and done! Love that you’re giving these legends a platform buddy. Keep it up

[@dannyderrick]

So stoked that you guys teamed up!

[@Yvesphotoandfilm]

Pete! this was a great video! not only because Garrett (by the way I recommend his DVLOP photo course, I learned a lot from it!) but also because it covered so much in a very nice and easy going conversation. I'm sure the 50K will grow quickly. One of my go to lenses is actually the 50mm kit 1.8 lens from the EOSRP and I like it, but that 1.2 would be amazing!

[@thechrishau]

Shortstache is one of the best photographers Ever. So stoked to see him on this channel.

[@DerBiimbo]

hell yea his tones are absolute badass

[@ayoubsabri4461]

He’s yes

[@georgestangaciu3322]

So stoked that you're so stoked 😋

[@andreaskokkvoll]

😍😍😍

[@nicholasnikezic6970]

Is the best*

[@csc-photo]

"Everyone's trying so hard to fit into the same box. To me, art has always been standing outside the box." 🙌🏻❤

[@artemorbid]

Perfectly stated

[@Glacial_Glass]

I love the fact that Peter McKinnon a story creator is showing and telling the story of other story creators; the enjoyment, fun, and vibe that is evoked in these vids lately idk just loving them!

[@mattih]

The second surf day was better 😂 Still the dream to become a surfer

[@shortstache]

The crusty waves man 😂

[@laropilartes]

Gotta love the FPV shots. They're always so Matti hahah

[@andreaskokkvoll]

🔥🚀✨️

[@swagfel]

you are awesome with you FPV drone

[@marklong691]

What is the black jacket you wear, seen it before in your vids but can't find it anywhere

[@MattDo]

Needed to see this video honestly. Been wracking my brain on figuring out how to grow on IG and after following Garrett for years now and hearing him say all this, it's such a great reminder on why I pursued photography/videography in the first place: personal growth, not business growth. Gonna stick to what makes me happy and fulfilled, instead of the algorithm. Thank you Peter

[@mentalexwar]

Been a photographer for years and my main focus was trying to grow on Instagram all those years and it became draining and had me second guessing if I even loved photography, had to take a step back and learn there are so many other ways to gain clients and eyes and at the end of the day I’m only gonna find peace and grow doing it for myself 🤝🏽

[@eneafinch8895]

strangely, instragram played a major role in getting me INTO photography. And I could see nice, steady growth socially and also growth in my skills over time with more and more practice. But now insta has almost totally died to me. The love for photography is still in me, but I often don't feel like lifting a finger anymore with this app because it is not worth it at all. I HOPE they decide at some point to stop trying to be a tiktok.

[@mentalexwar]

@@eneafinch8895 honestly couldn’t have said it better myself, now that I look back Instagram definitely played a huge role in my interest in it . Truly but like how you feel It just is damn near dead to me now man

[@sammarsh9648]

7:20 - So true! Be yourself, people will notice and appreciate what you have to offer. Also, have patience, that dream will come.

[@garrhetsampson]

Shortstache will forever be the goat. However, I've given up trying to grow on instagram and instead have been focusing on growing my business. As a photographer they are not one and the same. There are hundreds of other ways to attract a loyal and devoted following than using Instagram. I would argue that it's actually more of a distraction at this point.

[@robertad242]

You couldn’t have said it better 👍🏼 👏🏻

[@mentalexwar]

Literally felt like I typed this myself’s. What I’ve been focusing on aswel

[@nehemiah564]

I feel you mehn 🤙

[@zachvinan213]

Do you have any tips on how to start a business for an amateur photographer? Im trying to grow on instagram to help but I hop on and see this lol

[@garrhetsampson]

@@zachvinan213 Oh for sure. Start by searching KZbin for "how to grow your business without social media." There's some great books on this but one overlooked gem is "Guerilla Marketing" by Jay Conrad Levinson. It all comes down to dominating your local area. Having a website and a portfolio with some solid business cards is money in your pocket. Personally reach out to serve businesses and other creators in your niche. Give away quick brand shoots or host events to create content. From my experience no one successful in the photo industry started without that as a base. Heck, even Peter started in the wedding industry.

[@rocksolid_rl3166]

absolutely love this style of video. When you capture insane shots, then just show them to us immediately. I don't have to click to instagram or anything

[@GothicMaximalist]

I'm glad to finally hear someone say to shoot in any light and conditions. For years videos have said only shoot at golden hour and not in harsh light and basically said there's only two hours out of your day to shoot. I never listened to this, I always tried to learn how to shoot in all conditions and while I don't think I'm a fantastic photographer, I do think I am a lot more fearless when shooting.

[@dna8269]

Long overdue to for shortstache to get some shine on a huge channel. I wish he'd go hard on KZbin with his channel because he would break 1m subs easily. One of the best photographers alive

[@thelucaedit]

Absolutely love the fact that you meet up with other creators I've not heard of and ask them questions the way you do! Really engaging! It could be a new thing you do, and it might kick-off!

[@cryptidcutiecosplay]

I really love seeing new photographers (new to me) on this channel. It's rad to see Pete grow and then give some of his growth to his peers and buddies. Immaculate vibes.

[@patrickroams]

This is the collab that I was waiting for!!! Garrett King and Peter McKinnon, two of my favourite photographers!!!

[@alyahyai]

I enjoyed listening to Shortstache , gives you some calm inner soul type of feelin'!

[@WayneBretsky86]

Shortstache’s work is next level, unreal photographer. Great to see him on the channel! Bring him back!

[@tomstravelsphoto]

Been following Shortstache and Peter forever - so rad to see them collab!

[@NelsonKahler]

The way Shortstache portrays his messages is mesmorising. My favourite lens is also 50mm, been shooting with the Zeiss 55 1.8 since day one and just love the depth and focal length all together! Awesome video, thanks guys.

[@RolandKaufmann]

Man!!! So cool to see Pete, Matti, and the crew on the Westcoast 🤘🏻🤘🏻. I feel like finding and maintaining a style is the hardest part of creating. Like Garett said, it’s really easy to see the trends and try and chase them. The real skill comes from sticking to something you love and mastering it!

[@eojphotography3176]

Love when you introduce people on your channel and give me someone new to follow. ShortStache (Garret) you have a new follower from Ohio! Just switch from Sony to a CanonR6 and bought the nifty fifty RF to have some native glass. Great lens and am loving this range. I’m usually that 85-105 portrait type guy but lately love how using this with portraits is giving me more environmental in my shots! Great video as always Peter!! Matti those drone shots were sick!!!

[@uft516]

Shorts ta he is by far one of my favorite. This manz is very soft spoken, down to earth and overall amazing human. Pete please bring our more of these kinda style!!! Also the 50 1.2 would be a dream come true

[@Jaye-Exact]

One of the very rare videos where you know it's all authentic. You can see and feel all of the wholeseome gestures and interactions with everybody on the video. This video was/is great, man. Blessings to all of you🙏🏽🙌🏽😎

[@ashikmcr7806]

Learned a ton of stuff about photography and Instagram in 6-7 min. That's the thing I love about Peter McKinnon videos there's so much information, and things to learn from the small timespan. I think he leaned how to do that by the 2 min Tuesday 😅❤️

[@Gmakamian]

So happy to see Garrett on here. Been following him for a while, and he's one of my favorite photographers of all time.

[@iraklisgrigoriou2760]

Finally a video about photography ! Very inspiring…we need more of these please 🤘

[@chriscromwellca]

This is why I watch every video to the very end. Firstly: discovered a new photographer (rad) but ALSO bumped into a most excellent opportunity to get a 50mm lens from the man himself. Legendary. Just… legendary.

[@GadgetTrish]

I really appreciated Shortstache advice and his style is really a vibe. I followed his page as you recommended and thanks for featuring him.

[@ffdkoppenhaver]

I love Garret’s philosophy on shooting in any environment/weather condition, and lighting condition. I feel the exact same way.

[@miguelberns]

Shortstache is my number 1 inspiration when it comes to Photography. super love this episode Peter.

[@videoharry_]

I’ve been waiting on this for so so long!! Actually so happy this video exists haha

[@barbarabologna6702]

I have been following since ages, tho I admit not constantly. You're the first to inspire me the most through my path within professional photography in the last year, at age of 36. And, writing this message to you now for the first time I think. Thanks for your amazing content creation adding immense value to this platform. Ciao😘

[@ChristopherBalladarez]

jeeesuzzz this is the content i want to see !!! Content creators linking with content creators just doing their thing in a cinematic fashion. HELL YEA!!

[@OuttatheNormPhotography]

I like how he said, technically correct. Photography is a type of art, art is subjective there’s no right or wrong just some guidelines we should follow but don’t have to

[@applesanders6843]

I watch every PM video I never comment but when you see your 2 favorites artist get together in the same video it’s impossible not to. Garrett King is the reason I purchased a camera Peter is the reason I shoot videos. Garrett was selling his Sigma 24 1.4 E-mount lens a couple years ago. As soon as I saw it I messaged him with a question about the lens. He answered almost immediately. I got my funds in order and messaged him the next day to see if it was still available and it was gone. Wish I would have been quicker. That lens would be on a shelf like a trophy. It’s awesome to see you two to incredible creatives together for the first time. I thank both of you for pulling me into what is now my favorite thing to do!

[@JustJamesMedia]

That question you asked at about 7mins, the response was everything everyone needs to hear! Kudos Shortstache

[@alextaalman1635]

We’re photographers that have lived here for 3 years (originally from Toronto) and rain or shine shoots get done and we love the contrast and never ending beautiful scenery we have here!

[@WillsGoneWalkabout]

Rad episode. Whatever LUT you’re using I want it. Love the skin tones. Garrett’s work is super cool.

[@kumoitojp]

The footage in this video brought many smiles to my face. Nice to see the boys back together again too!

[@mipstudios6011]

Authentic, intuitive, quality, dramatic, informative, fun, peaceful, solid. Well done!

[@CGreen108]

Im so happy I bumped into this video today. I really enjoy Shortstache's work.

[@giannisdallas2256]

01:01 and yes.. This is Matti 💯💯 love you guys. Shortstache has his own style and it is amazing.

[@wyldcelt]

Thanks for the introduction to shortstache. His work is amazing! And this vid gave me a whole new way of looking at photography. Very inspirational.

[@mahgirbsti]

Hearing from shortstache was great, couldn't agree more. On a social media hiatus, not sure if I'll come back. I have to say, needed this video. Definitely agree with Shortstache on a lot. I'm glad it's not a bad thing.

[@NonoZondo]

The put were shortstache was talking about the boardwalk scene. Made me tear up it's so beautiful. And it made me think of why I fall in love with photography. He's got a good eye

[@WhereDidTylerGo]

I absolutely love this mans way of thinking. so inspirational and mind opening

[@satorac]

What a fantastic philosophical conversation throughout the video. I loved it :) Thank you for putting this out!

[@kodakkevin]

This is my favourite type of content. Healthy mix of personality, education, and camaraderie :) swell job Pete

[@rutemacedo5423]

Love this! Been following Shortstache´s work for at least 2 years now.

[@JennaBrown]

OMG tofino!! I live on the island and hope you guys had the best time! So cool seeing footage from here on your channel!

[@blessingmeno9096]

Enjoyable content. So refreshing it actually feels like a photographers/creatives yoga

[@jgates]

Thanks!

[@Outdoor.pixels]

been waiting for this collab for awhile! Heck yeah!!

[@robbo10atyt]

Very inspererande, so cool when Matti goes crazy with the FPV. Garrett is, yeah!

[@tambao9]

Good to see Peter back with inspiring people. Keep up to make the content like this. Oh, Hi, shortstache! You've got a follower from Bali!

[@michaelpaezfotografia7887]

my two inspirations together what a pleasure to see this type of encounter and to be able to know more about each one of you

[@JonkaBoogie1]

It's really cool that you use your platform to help other creators. That's why I follow you. much continued success.

[@jamesquinn9866]

Tofino has some of the best waves Ive been on, absolutely loved the community there, they accept everyone and really try to help you. Water is cold but crisp! 10/10

[@christackphoto]

The Stache!! Been following Garret for a while and it's super rad to see you guys collab. Epic vid Pete!

[@thomaswightwick]

Two of my favorite creatives together, so stoked and inspired! Thank you gents

[@YongAcalal]

Done here from Phillipines! I love his style in photography its just a whole lot another level, Mr.Peter's contents are detailed as always and its fun to watch.

[@navid8276]

I just love how much fun y’all have together

[@navid8276]

@official_peter_Mckinnon what’s up??

[@dejectedsoup9181]

Watching your videos always gives me a boost to get take some photos. You literally taught me everything I know about photography so thank you!

[@sujanlama117]

I love it how Pete always bring amazing creators to the limelight through his content.

[@jkt6410]

Love getting recommended accounts to follow from you. Please keep these coming!

[@awokeadoe]

I think that’s the video everyone was waiting for ! Nice interview and experience shared from one of the mystical creators out there . Thanks for this and the so calming footage in this video. Love it

[@alexvancampenhout]

Ugh this was so dang good! Shorstache was one of the very first photographers I followed on Instagram. He's so dang good. Great video!

[@Mconway450]

Incredible content video! The personal vibes and real photographer talk about what they like and use was wonderful to hear. The stand out conversation was about be a master of shooting at all times of the day. Not just golden hour.

[@theoalemayehou7220]

Been following Garett for quite some time (you too Peter lol) and like many have said time and time again, the in-between shots and that signature edit will always be a differentiator.... Love both of your works as they've helped me grow in my photography ... Keep inspiring ! mcuh love from Virginia!

[@fabianbloch]

Always appreciate insights from shortstache… he‘s my absolute fav photographer

[@stephendesmond33]

I can’t get over his page. new favourite photographer

[@mariconirismonica2337]

You know what? I like that dude. He’s got so much depth and profoundness. Everything that comes out of his mouth has soul and substance even if he’s just talking about photography. Lol! I feel them, all of them. Okay, I’m a follower. I got inspired and I like his style. Thanks! ;)

[@eneafinch8895]

He's extremely well-spoken. I was surprised.

[@ChaseHirt]

Ah Pete, the colors are super funky on this video and on many recent ones. Skin tones are sooo orange and the colors are way over saturated. Used to love your colors. Especially interviewing someone famous for their tones it is especially incongruous.

[@woody777]

totally agree

[@DustinEllison]

Love the guests you bring on this channel. Super inspiring!

[@josiahtmac]

Stoked to see Garret on the channel, his work has been really inspiring to me over the years! 🙌🏽 Another banger vid, Pete!

[@TrueLifeInvesting]

Already love it!! Peter thanks for everything you do. Keep bringing the videos. Number 1 Fan😂.. You have inspired me to start my channel.. 60k subs and going STRONG!! Thanks for everything 😁🙌

[@sagarsatyal629]

What an inspiring thoughts by shortstache. Thanks you peter for bring insightful people. We are definitely learning and growing, through your videos.

[@DarrenEdwardsAviation]

Quality video again, so captivating to watch.

[@Brownnoise443]

Still mind blown that you and matti where in tofino in the same places the same time as I was on some days off, feels like a brush with greatness. Side note, Garret is a 10/10, totaly following.

[@laokc]

"...do it in the most authentic way possible." LOVE this - it resonates with me so much. I feel as if there's a huge market gap created by the IG acquisition. Since zuck took it there's been a consistent platform decay that's resulting in the loss of its appeal to photographers.

[@getinwizard2877]

Liked the video before the 50mm 1.2 giveaway announcement. Now I want to like it again. Thanks for showing us photographers that you personally love. Definitely inspiring to see.

[@dphillips1258]

Love that feel of the 50mm allows alot of creation and depth so easy.

[@Davidnkozak]

It’s like watching a documentary unreal quality!

[@raven55six]

That is so true. The fact that people are so busy making stupid nonsense reels and forgetting the art of telling a story with just one frame just breaks Instagram.

[@nazirulnaim1589]

What a great combination of awesome photographers here! From Malaysia with love ❤

[@heyitslandry]

So crazy to see you both shooting together! Both of you have been a huge inspiration to my own photographic style and nice to see the two worlds collide. Thanks for the video, Pete! 🤙

[@henryIRL]

Love watching the crew having fun.

[@romeo..4]

🔝📩 Thanks for watching,pm above to claim gift📦.

[@jeremyobriant7266]

That little Q&A/tips part at the end... Loved it.

[@nathanielferguson]

Followed. Really enjoyed his advice concerning Instagram. Whether being out of the box or being in it-be genuine.

[@EntreFilhoseViagens]

I definitely need more lenses, but am following him for his work! Very good JOB!

[@addltd]

Awesome video demonstrating that everyone has their own skill set and artistic style!

[@shortstache]

Good memories! More to come man!

[@ClaudioMG]

Shortstache takes photography to being about the photographer ... GENIUS!!! :D

[@romeo..4]

🔝pm above to claim gift, thanks for watching.

[@ianschepers]

Good video guys! Been following Garret for a few years already, such an inspiring photographer. 🔥

[@TheBrandonLeeCook]

Dude this quality is so good!!! What drone did you use?? The R3 quality looks better than the R5C!!!

[@austinknibb]

I’ve been looking at the RF 50mm for a while now 👀 Shortshace's style is one that almost no one can emulate and that’s what makes him so talented.

[@NarekManukyan]

I just adore Shortstache's colours, just incredible.

[@lioness_lex]

I absolutely love Shortstache's photography! Thanks for sharing :)

[@ToddDeSilva]

I love these types of vids. Pete you’ve turned me onto some pretty rad photographers with these videos. Following the Stache!!!

[@jcruz2255]

One of my favorite shooters and overall cool dude. Garrett gave me some great advice moving on from Nikon to Sony. Haven't met him in person yet but here's hoping it'll happen soon!