take self portraits, not selfies.

[@ShafferN]

I only see the handsome squidward in you sloth king

[@DominicDobai]

"I really enjoyed trying to convey how I feel, rather than how I look" Beautiful piece. I'm loving you used Shaffer's background 😁😁😁😁

[@OnekamaProducts]

First time viewer here, i love the artistic process you go through. It’s inspiring to see a stranger put themselves out there on the internet like that, especially since I am an introvert contemplating the same thing. Human to human, I see you.

[@pauljakeman]

Definitely check his other videos. He’s an awesome talent and you’re missing out. Glad you found him when you did

[@TuckerPearce]

13:05 be kind to yourself. Really enjoyed this project Jake.

[@Shot4ShotPhoto]

Damn, this kinda mirrors a video I was about to do about practicing modeling yourself for photography to gain confidence in taking photos of others.

[@EthanSmithPhoto]

Dang, I love your creative experimental editing style. These photos are so deep and so awesome. Great Job Jake!

[@WavesNGames]

12:38 - dude the pacing of the video leading up to this point made it hit hard. It feels so raw and relatable.

[@ChillVanlife]

I love the Goonies!! Hey you guys !!!!

[@ClarityOffGrid]

Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing this creative journey with us. Love the photos you produced. I always enjoy your refreshing videos. Thanks!

[@coffeenerdaaron]

Dude I love this!!!! You at the end talking about how you view yourself vs how you think others view you is an emotion I struggle with daily too. Watching your work inspires and frustrates me at the same time. I'm always inspired by what you do and how you come up with ideas and topics, then I get frustrated and think why didn't I think of this!!!! Too good man, keep it up!

[@redbarondroneimages8871]

Jake I am so impressed at the way you explore your human experience through art. When I think about you as a creator, I guess you have always done this, but this video in particular makes it abundantly clear. The photo you showed trying to push through the plastic with your hand in the foreground, is a masterpiece in my humble opinion. Thanks for sharing mate.

[@JaumigsRos]

As always, so inspired by your work Jake! Thank you! Love from Barcelona!

[@Dannsandiego]

Great photography, as always and touching vulnerability. Good stuff, Jake!

[@ABB14-11]

Can’t count on this dude to make meaningful art. One of those creators that can change the way I think so simply

[@EveryFurtherMile]

Thank you for offering such valuable content. There's so much depth to each of your videos, and the creativity is so appreciated.

I’m still mind blown that every video you do is this good. You aren’t a KZbinr you a a master storyteller!

[@Ravik122]

Thanks man, I've been struggling with self portraits even though the idea has been in my mind for a long time. You put it perfectly into words: I was documenting, it was not self expression. I feel so inspired by your shots (sick shots!) -- I know what I'm doing this weekend. Thanks again. Btw, almost everybody i met struggles to see what others see in them. You're not alone.

[@annannputtithanasorn]

Great work Jake!

[@saywolta]

you did get the most unexpectedly authentic laugh out of me with this one, thanks for that

[@SumonBose]

This is more of what we need in KZbin man, more of personal stories with meaning than everything "Cinematic" or Gears that makes things "Cinematic" or hey take a look inside my"Bag" - Thank you this ))

[@pauljakeman]

Really awesome video. Makes me want to try this out now too. Great work again jake

[@Mr1000TV]

I enjoy your videos good job Jake

[@davideastham]

Thank you for sharing your video. I wish you and your family a very happy holiday and Christmas. ❤ @5:00 I'm loving the images. @12:00 I love these as well. Such a cool idea.

[@alex_haji]

Now this is ART

[@jurassicthunder]

bro reached unc era.

[@Howtogetfluent]

So worthwhile, as always. Many thanks and Happy Christmas!

[@MaurySmith]

Excellent presentation, observations and insights. 📸🌞

[@guirob]

The mighty ducks movie... Seriously ?! ❤❤❤ All my childhood. ❤❤❤

[@ZoeRikardo]

Love the stash!

[@slowchaz]

jake frew up with this one

[@CreatewithAira]

I love this! and I relate to you so much that's why im always drawn to trying to find ways to hide my face

[@RafaEspitia]

Absolutely inspirational. Thank you. Greetings from Mexico City.

[@SimplyJohn155]

Such a great video! I think you’ve honestly inspired me to do something similar! Your editing was really captivating btw, reminded me of like an early 2000s travel doc (if that makes sense 😭)

[@ZachTinman4]

Jake... this is beautiful man. thank you

[@skunkz99]

Love you Jake keep it up

[@RobertCreating]

Great video dude! Thanks for sharing

[@Addrian.]

nice work my friend as always.

[@jan.rospond]

First comment! yeah! Great subject. Can't wait to watch the whole video.

[@KarolinaBaltulyte]

Amazing and really interesting video! I think my favorite. Maybe I'll try doing my self portrait too. And, thank you for being vulnerable!

[@LMFAO5001]

mom i frew up again

[@RemHunts]

Dropping that good content

[@michomapeter7522]

Good stuff frew

[@dancingclo]

Very inspired :) As always . Thank you !!!!!

[@mubikishore]

Beautiful video Jake !!

[@Vislumbrium]

Thumbnail on point 👌

[@themelodyzimmerman]

And here I was just thinking yesterday that I could really go for seeing a new video of yours! I love this topic because it's so much a part of my creative process--I'm 29 now and I've been taking photos of myself since I got my first digital camera when I was 10. I've always struggled with the idea of what's the point? Do I really need another photo of myself? Especially since my photos aren't artsy or edgy or conceptual like so many self portrait artists. But creating conceptual work has never felt true to me or who I am. Instead I create characters that are conceptual in their own way, I guess. I hope that they're more than selfies. And even though I don't know what the point is, I still keep taking photos. I think my favorite set of these is the reflections in the city ones!

[@sam_paguio]

This was amazing 🫶

[@Szaksas]

3:08 can we buy this hoodie anywhere? It looks soo coool

[@TomZach]

Amazing video.

[@KillerTacos54]

Fantastic video

[@whateverluk]

Awesome mort man, So inspiring. You should take a look at Vivian Maier’s work. She did street photography and it blew m’y mind 🤯

[@sanadjahangirkhan972]

nice work...

[@Shyyyguyyy9]

What is the name of that foil thing that you used?

[@lokii.d.coffee]

😶

[@Skider]

You switched to Davinci Resolve?? Let's GOOOO

[@richardhudson7926]

noooooo why did you change the thumbnail

[@JGNtertainment]

I'm currently working on a project that is almost similar to this. The only difference is that I'm tryna capture the festive spirit. And I'll choose the top photos to present in my next KZbin video...I try to copy your first conceptand see how the photo will turn out. Thanks man your ideas in this video will highly influence my project (in a good wsy)🫡🫡