My 8 Essential Macro Photography Tips for Nature Photographers

[@JeffJolly1]

Hello Simon and may I say thank you so much for this video. Sorry this may be a bit of a rant, but a very nice one! I usually watch quite a few KZbin photographer channels as well as yours and enjoy different things from each but I always find yours so calming and relaxed whilst still being very informative. Not looking for sympathy or anything now, just want to give you a bit of perspective. I'm currently in hospital 24 days and counting! Getting over COVID and Pneumonia. Anyway, I haven't really felt like watching all the usual channels but knowing what you do with your videos I have watched and truly enjoyed every moment of this today and I just wanted you to know that it has helped me through my day, so thank you from the top of my heart. I really hope one day to be able to do one of your work shops. Many many thanks and all the best :) Jeff

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Hello Jeff, that is by far one of the nicest, if not the nicest things anyone had ever written and I am completely and utterly warmed by it. I am so sorry to hear about what you have and are still enduring as I can only imagine it must have been and probably still is, a terrifying experience. As a small but non-the less heart felt incentive to keep you on the right track and the road to a full and speedy recovery, when all this is over drop me a line and we will sort something out.

[@JeffJolly1]

@@SimonBoothPhotography well I would love to. And I'm glad to have told you about it now if it's made you feel nice :)

[@philfyphil]

Jeff Jolly Get well soon Jeff, all the best. No sympathy here, just an order! :-)

[@MichaelChylinski]

Jeff Jolly I hope you heal quickly and completely. Be strong.

[@peliqueirolopes8656]

Muito obrigado pelo seu vídeo. Cada detalhe me deixa deliciado, me aguça a vontade de me aventurar nesta arte tão bela que é a fotografia (sobretudo macro). A musica de fundo acalma meu espírito. Abraço!

[@richlovin2173]

A deceptively simple presentation that taught me a lot. Thanks Simon.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jonpowell8503]

Enjoyable watch 👍🏻

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@AndrewCooperPhotography]

Thanks Simon, you open my eyes with every video to a better way to be creative.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Cheers again Andrew. Glad as always that the films help to motivate.

[@robiniapseudoacacia]

Really helpful and informative. Thanks again for taking the time to share.

[@misterp1694]

Fascinating take on Macro Photography! Beautiful peaceful images 👌

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you so much 😀

[@carmenboot7395]

Precious information. Thank you for your video. Your photos are the reflexion of your love, respect and admiration for nature. Very happy that I click to this video.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Wow, thank you. That's very kind

[@seerastube]

Experience and Excellent photo click.

[@whp57]

Really enjoyed this video. Although I have heard and used most of the tips, it never hurts to have a reminder every now and then. Have a wonderful day.

[@mick8586]

great video again Simon , and great tips an info ,thanks ,take care and stay safe, great images

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks for your continued support and you to Mick.

[@ivanstevens]

Just watched this one again Simon, love your work.

[@errol1967]

Thank you for your video. You make absolutely stunning macro photo's.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you!

[@jamesattenborough2597]

Another enjoyable video with some useful and thoughtful tips

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Many many thanks for watching

[@cliffordmcfarlane9008]

Very enjoyable and informative

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it Clifford

[@raymondkilminster2194]

Nice video you have a really lovely place to walk and some great photos .

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Really appreciate your comment, thank you.

[@pattyhertogh9294]

Thanks Simon, that was very informative and interesting. I particularly liked the Crocus image, but they were all beautiful.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it Patty

[@davejsullivan]

You are also very talented composing your videos. Nice job.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you very much!

[@andreleroux7484]

Great tips, great pictures. Thanks, Simon.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@hans6304]

Thank you, Simon. God Bless and take care 🙏

[@ramnoham593]

Very helpful and inspiring video, thank you

[@goldenfrog6EsCoSes]

The crocus shot is fantastic, Simon.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Peter. That one sat on my hard drive for years before this and never saw the light of day!

[@larrylindell1027]

Wonderful images

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Larry

[@cjvermote1772]

Thank you so much...I am going to replay this video and write it all down. Very helpful.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you for watching 🙏

[@rosssayer6524]

Glad I found this Simon, great information for the beginner with Macro. Thank You

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Nice one Ross

[@escolaeb13a]

Thank you Simon, your video is awesome and very useful! Best regards.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful Julio

[@seerastube]

Excellent photo click,and experience.

[@hughp00]

Simon: Wonderful images and some great ideas I intend to apply to my own macro shots as well. Thanks for the video

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful Hugh

[@jeffpotter7958]

Great set of tips. Would love to see a macro video on the sea shore.

[@davegibson2478]

A wonderful, inspiring video, many thanks

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it Dave.

[@pathogan4854]

Brilliant vlog Simon some great tips here even better that you shoot pentax aswell there isnt many of us around.

[@chrisjohn2415]

Good tips, and nice images. Well done.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks for watching Chris

[@DickieBird888]

Thank you for a lovely video... very inspiring...lots of ideas to work with...

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you

[@frankmartinez5114]

Awesome video thank you Simon.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@anna-karinmickwitz7249]

I am so glad I found your videos. I love the calm atmosphere and your no fuss style. Already learnt many things from the three videos I have watched. Thanks!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Welcome aboard Anna, lots of older stuff to watch too.

[@jacquesgiard6943]

Thanks!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you so much for your kind thoughtful donation Jacque.

[@marypar4]

Thank you for some great tips

[@TheBigbangguy]

Such a beautiful video full of wisdom! Thanks for sharing!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it! It's my pleasure.

[@carbonejack]

Your videos are magnificent. So peaceful and inspiriting.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

That's very kind of you Jack

[@cillyede]

Very good, dankeschön.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Many many thanks for watching

[@mobimo2832]

Wonderful video! Many thanks Simon❤️

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you too!

[@Keithphotorama]

Awesome video👍👍👍. Straight to the point and great examples leading to the good path of inspiration. Thank you.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Keith, glad you enjoyed it!

[@marcinbogdali5348]

Great video Simon, as usually. From all YT photography channels Yours is absolutely on top. Your love for nature, Your respect for nature and, most of all, Your photographs of this all is second to none for me. Keep going, please. Great respect...

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

That's very kind of you Marcin. I'm really pleased you enjoy the content.

[@petertoolan6181]

Really useful tips, thanks! Crisp and direct presentation too.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it Peter.

[@treyfoerster8759]

A wonderful vid and excellent tips. Thank you for sharing!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Many many thanks for watching

[@57sapke]

Love the video, awesome images and great tips. 👌

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Many many thanks for watching

[@G0FUW]

Sage advice and beautiful work all wrapped up together. Thanks for sharing Simon. Stay safe, or alert, or whatever.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Steve for dropping by and commenting again so favourably. It's always good to see you here. Freedom is back for now!

[@paulus0109]

Very nice photo’s Simon. Thnx

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Very welcome Paul

[@bcd689]

Thankyou Simon so much for sharing your tips. I'm just starting out in the macro world and totally loving it.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Fantastic John. Macro has so many opportunities for us.

[@mike.photography]

Complimenti! Grazie. 🇮🇹

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you

[@dibyendudutta9507]

Great findings of nature's symmetry❤

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

I think so too!

[@tracyrobertson565]

Very nice. Nailed the sound too! Love your gentle nature, the background of birds singing and the music, this all came together nicely!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks for that. I do put a lot of effort into music selection so it's nice when it's appreciated.

[@dubaigeek1988]

Sweet tips

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks for watching

[@alanprice2897]

Straight to the point, layed back, informative, and a pleasure to watch. 10 outta 10 for me.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

That's very kind of you Alan.

[@glynparry6598]

Thank you Simon. Nice work

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you too!

[@lwilson5198]

Brilliant and practicall video. Just bought a nifty 50 and looking forward to trying out the techniques. Thank you.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Lots of opportunities with very little travel needed.

[@napidorio]

New to your channel as of this morning. I am subscribed to many photography channels and yours is unique. Love it very much. I have seen about 5 of your videos already this morning while at work. Thank you

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Ooops, don’t get sacked 👍 cheers

[@bobbowring1702]

I have the Benbo mk 1 a brillient tripod and they are very stable to use. Another usefull video and handy hints

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Bob. I'm trying to persuade a company to make a carbon version of it!

[@bobbowring1702]

@@SimonBoothPhotography That would be hand for the likes of me being disabled. It would be easier for me to carry. Stick my name on the list, for the carbon version. I would be upto speaking on behalf of the disabled.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

@@bobbowring1702 I'll make that point Bob!

[@daniyalnizami]

Beautiful pictures sir

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Many thanks

[@pragawa]

Greetings from India! Thank you very much. I learnt a lot from this video. I'm 68 and just venturing into macro photography.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Greetings

[@JSRVisions]

Good tips Simon, thanks for sharing.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Any time!

[@ralphsomers9902]

Well, Simon, you know what I think about your British photo advice for over here in America? ...Wonderful! Just really, really nice. :-) Thanks.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks for that Ralph. It's been a very successful video this one.

[@KerstenPhoto]

Hi Simon, thank you for sharing your tips for macro photography in nature. Well done.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful Kersten

[@dennispenton2052]

Great delivery

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you kindly

[@mywildireland9083]

ahh thanks that was beautiful .

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you liked it!

[@leniehulse1621]

Really nice video. I learnt some tips today. Thank you!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful Lenie.

[@davidireland1460]

What a great morning's work Simon. Four images that really have a beautiful meditative, pastoral link, you are indeed my favourite bagpipe wrestler!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Good morning young fella. Thanks again for that. I'm a bit slow out of the starting blocks with my replies with this one. I think i'm a bit slow on all fronts when it comes to writing...but then you knew that anyway! :-)

[@davidireland1460]

Simon Booth Ahh you can call it slow out of the block if you like, I see it more as a civilised pace. Take care Mr.

[@sonholee5769]

Great information. Thanks!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful Lee

[@sonholee5769]

@@SimonBoothPhotography I was lead to your channel from Thomas Heaton's recent video. Haha... you've got some great stuff!

[@TimGraham1974]

Great video, I took your advice last year & got a macro lens, its rarely off the camera, i love it. I never get bored of just taking shots in the garden

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Even if I don't intend on using the macro on the day, I always fall back on mine.

[@philfyphil]

What a marvellous relaxed video. I’m going out this afternoon with camera and tripod!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

First out of the blocks eh Phil... Thanks for dropping in and leaving a comment.

[@christian.irmler]

Hi Simon, a fantastic video with great tips about macro photography! A great Sunday an stay safe, mate!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks, you too Christian for watching. Look after yourself.

[@JanieP53]

I’m new to macro. I enjoyed your video. I found it very useful. Thank you.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful and thanks Janice for dropping by and commenting.

[@larryjohnson1451]

Your video really spoke to me this evening. I'm retired and this summer I've been giving time and energy to a number of home projects I've been neglecting for several years. I live on the edge of Denver and the allure of the Rocky Mountains is a constant temptation. I've been frustrated about foregoing photo escapes because I'm committed to getting the chores and to-do lists finished. All that said, I do have a nice yard with a variety of foliage, and a natural greenway works through the neighborhood four blocks away, so I'm going to plan some creative quiet time for myself the next few weeks -- all near home. If I keep my focus I should feel free to give myself some long days in the high country when the aspens start turning in four weeks. Last, I only found you a week ago (T. Heaton mentioned you) and I have enjoyed and appreciated what I've seen. Cheers.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Your place sounds lovely Larry

[@edwinvandenheuvel9242]

Thanks for this video. I love to watch your channel. Great tips and tricks and very easy to watch relaxing video. Keep up the good work!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks for watching Edwin and taking the time to leave a comment.

[@pollaraproductions3688]

Thank you for an excellent video! I am shooting video and not stills, however all of these tips will certainly apply.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

I guess they will. Cheers

[@siofna9709]

Hello Simon Very interessting video. Thank you for your tips. Enjoy every mornig you can go out :-). I did it yesterday with my boat.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Really appreciate your comment, thank you.

[@markledingham4942]

Thank you, Simon. Your encouraging advice and amazing images mean so much, and especially now when I hope to get started in this wonderful field of photography! 🙂

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

You're in for some great times ahead Mark. I have no idea what I would do without photography.

[@TheGuyWithTheLemon]

Great tips!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dimitristsagdis7340]

Nice, I liked especially the mushroom shot being all variations of white. Very nicely conceived.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Dimitris for dropping by and commenting again so favourably. It's always good to see you here.

[@Himlovesrunning]

Thank you 🙏🏻. Very informative and pictures are wow!!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Some of my best from the archive of over 30 years there. Thank you.

[@nickboborchuk8259]

IN THE EARLY MORNING LIGHT and what a fine light do take macro photos. Very well done. Unseasonable weather in this part of the wold is not keeping me from finding magic in macro photography. Keep up the good work.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Absolutely Nick, I couldn't agree more!

[@haroldmassey5966]

Another great video Simon. The more video’s I watch the more I am learning. I just need to get out more often and practice, practice, practice.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Absolutely Harold. It's fun to practice!

[@Onthechin]

Excellent video Simon, recently subscribed and enjoying all you submit. Thank you for your time and effort in providing us with such an informative channel .. looking forward to watching many more .. all the very best Ian

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks so much for the sub Ian

[@aquhoil]

nice macro images cool

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you like them!

[@Dan645ci]

very helpful, thank you.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shootNbreezeIRL]

Very enjoyable and now I'm.here thinking what can I find within close proximity. I really loved the insect on the buttercup

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Absolutely, I couldn't agree more! It's those little extras that make such a difference

[@AndyP1961.]

Thanks Simon, some great tips and ideas on this one; as always very enjoyable video.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Cheers Andy, somewhat different to my usual films but these top tip videos seem to do well. If you can't beat em, join em!

[@AndyP1961.]

@@SimonBoothPhotography It is so difficult at the moment, as you may know I work for North West Ambulance Service as fleet engineer. Unfortunately I'm on shielding and have to work from home, I'm managing to go three miles daily in my own car to a place where there are no people for exercise and photography as my mental health would suffer big time otherwise. I have always been an outdoors guy and love my macro and wildlife, your tips will aid me looking at the small world in a different way. Stay safe out there, I just hope I can when I have to be with people again. All the very best, and thank you. Andy

[@Scotphotoamateur]

Thanks. I stumbled across your channel thanks to Tom Heaton. Thanks forshowing how you can capture such great beauty with simple wild flowers. I’m going to keep my eyes a bit more open now. Truly inspiring.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed the video David and thank you.

[@marcosipriaso]

Thank you for this very informative video, Simon. Very well done and looking forward to trying these out next time i'm out in the field. Thanks for sharing!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful Marco

[@manuz2700]

Thank you for great tips and beautiful pictures! I have tried all spring to take shots of marsh horsetail. I am looking forward spring to apply what I have learned from you!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Did you see this video of mine kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5rdn5puj7OkoNE. I am shooting the very similar water horsetail.

[@Mmmllllllhyhhh]

Hi Simon! Awesome video! I've just started taking macro pictures, and this video comes in handy! Congratulations!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Marcelo Ontivero really glad it helps Marcelo

[@joernsbilderwelt]

The shot with the frog is simply amazing!!! Thanks again for another very informative video, Simon! Cheers from Germany.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Really appreciate your comment, thank you. It's great to see views from other countries.

[@mrbluesman66]

wonderful images, subscribed

[@stevej4847]

Hello Simon. I am still busy catching up on your videos after discovering your channel. I found it very interesting that you were using your old Benbo, which incidentally is short for Bent Bolt, which the whole tripod hinges upon. It is based vaguely on a WW1 machine gun tripod design. Benbo did a Mk2 tripod which is actually the biggest one they manufactured, this extends to around 6ft without using the centre column. I have both the Mk1 and the Mk2 which I have owned for many decades and they are both still in use and nothing has ever gone wrong with them. It's not often you see anyone on a KZbin channel using one of these very versatile tripods so this was great to see

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Hi Steve. How interesting, I had no idea that's where the name came from and it makes complete sense now! I knew about the Mk2 and the Trekker, which I also have along with a couple of Uniloc versions. These were all my go to tripods back in the day, often with flash guns and cameras mounted on them as a full high speed flash rig in the days before digital. I have to confess however, they've now gone back in the shed!

[@derbyshirewalker]

Absolutely wonderful video...so full of interesting information. Like one of the previous viewers I find your videos so calming and influential. Thank you

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you Mike. I find it very intriguing that people say how calming the films are...it's not something I set out to do so it's nice to know.

[@hramakrishnaiah413]

I will always be looking for videos from "Simon Booth". Without hesitation, I jump in because they are so so original, refreshing and you are in control of the time and everything gel so well.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Krishna for dropping by and commenting again so favourably. It's always good to see you here.

[@normski4ash]

I use the Manfrotto 055 X Pro B. It is a bit heavy, but worth it's weight in gold, the centre column swings from vertical to horizontal allowing me to get down low to the ground, and the centre column will then slide back and forth, which I never thought about until you s a great video, glad I set a reminder or I would have forgotten... Thnx for sharing such useful information...

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Hi Norman, sorry I couldn't respond at the end, the Premier cut me off as I was trying to reply. Weight is clearly better to have providing you don't have far to walk. It's a bit of a balancing act. Glad you enjoyed the film.

[@normski4ash]

@@SimonBoothPhotography No worries and thanks. Yes I do have a carbon fibre tripod, but cannot get used to it, I'd rather suffer the weight, it is far better. My walk to my local macro spot is approx 1 mile, with camera gear in back pack, I shoulder my tripod, and when that one aches I've got another one to use, mind you it is a country lane walk to my place of choice and it usually takes me an hour to get there, because spot things on the way, stop and photograph, carry on, spot something... Couple of hours walking around spud wood ( just outside Lymm, Cheshire) then another hours walk home... Passes the day, retired now so gives me something to do. However not been out since lockdown ! Built myself a focus rail and play with that more at the moment, going to run out of flowers in the garden soon though, as I keep cutting them off and bring them in to shoot...

[@simonpotter2082]

The films on this channel have helped me to rediscover my photography, now seeing with different eyes and having watched this super helpful episode I am now inspired to try macro and see even more of the 'unseen'. Many thanks Simon

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

That's good to hear Simon. Inspiration is important and I too draw on many sources.

[@benjaminvleugels5609]

Wow your pictures are just fantastic. I'm a student photographer and I'm making a portfolio I want to show how interesting insects, spiders and other arthropods can be. It's always the big animals who get the attention and I think they deserve a little bit more love. I think I'm definitely going to try to incorporate some of your tips this is just great!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks for watching Benjamin. Glad you found it useful

[@daveknight9381]

Again another superb informative video Simon, well done. If you want to learn many subjects on photography, watch this guy.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Really appreciate your comment Dave, thank you.