The Best Photography Advice I've Ever Heard. | Stills in Motion Ep.3

[@robbie288]

James from about 7:00 for about three minutes I didn't listen to a word you said, was busy enjoying watching the light change

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Fine by me :)

[@OakleefMoto]

I've been a follower of this channel for a while and I still think that the combination of entertainment and education is still one of the best out there. Thank you.

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Thanks so much :)

[@robinmartin1395]

I'm always amazed at how you can hold your camera so still, especial hanging so close to the water, and push the shutter without blurring it. Great photos. Things to aspire to.

[@Dan-kb2oz]

The beams of light shining down on that lake you missed whilst yapping were amazing! 😜 Awesome place. Cheers James

[@danielhenzphotography]

Jep, i agree

[@Nayson]

It was like the rollerskating pandas in that old Kit Kat advert.

[@tonygreenwoodN10]

Yes, the marching God-rays were great!

[@IslamicTalksPodcast]

Beautiful

[@1spitfirepilot]

I was looking at the beams too! Amazing backdrop to the to- camera chat!

[@patrickguilfoyle8884]

I look forward to your videos. Your dry humor accompanied by photography information is priceless. Well done.

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Cheers Patrick :)

[@finnillson4808]

I think the light at the second lake was absolutely amazing. One of those times you just soak it in as the landscape is painted.

[@chuckmoser9662]

I've carried a camera around for nearly fifty years and it wasn't until the last ten years or so (youtube) that I started to understand that a good picture is created more than captured..

[@michaelcarrithers6811]

Your compositions of yourself on the hillside talking to camera are neatly balanced and a joy to for the eye to rest on. Thanks!

[@michel1080]

Normally i get bored instantly just listening to people talk but this is the only person that doesnt make me bored listening for 15 minutes

[@nancymatheson8602]

I'm binge watching your 2020 vlogs. This was one of the best pieces of composition advice I've ever heard. I'll be out trying it. Thanks.

[@JohnDrummondPhoto]

- Talks for three minutes as epic crepuscular rays daub the mountains and lake with beautiful dappled light while we silently scream TURN AROUND AND TAKE THE SHOT - Finally turns around at 10:23 and comments "At the moment, it's dark" - Viewers around the world: face-palms

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

haha!

[@EnterSpacebar]

When I saw that, I thought he's surely taken a few shots of that already. Turns out, nope.

[@pattysherrard9353]

Thank you for teaching WHILE you create. So refreshing.

[@maneshmalla588]

8:30 godly light in the background

[@sicilia71]

Witty mixed with great advice in such a lovely location. Brilliant video. As always i'm looking forward to the next one

[@hanspeterbirkhansen5350]

Your jigsaw point makes totally sense. Thank You for sharing.

[@JamesBrownHeh]

I also have been a follower of this channel for a few years, and though it took me years to see the light as far as the combination of entertainment and education, and I would add, wonderful humility, I finally have. I'm hoping that the advice in this video helps me to improve my photos. I'm not the most deliberate photographer so far, but I hope to change that, largely because of the advice in this video, which really clicked for me. James, I really appreciate all the work you do!

[@JohnMHazlewood]

Very simple but useful advice. Thanks and thankyou to the person that gave it to you in the first place.

[@CatalinPomeanu]

Probably the best piece of advice I've heard too. Now I have something new to think about to improve my photos. Thanks for sharing!

[@aaronsmith2611]

I'm subscribed to several photography channels and most of the time, the videos seem to consist of more of the technical aspect of photography. And while I understand the concept of telling a story with your photos, I feel like that's one of the more difficult things to do. When you're dealing with people, it usually means being in the right place at the right time with the right settings on your camera and already knowing the best composition for the story you're trying to tell. Obviously, with landscape photography in a lot of cases, you're subject matter isn't going anywhere and it's more of a matter of waiting for the "perfect" light. All that being said, I think this advice really helps with finding those stories to tell and how to find the best composition. Long story short, more videos on the artistic aspect of photography would be much appreciated.

[@patricksavage8519]

Simple but very sound advice on composing an image. Very helpful.

[@ablueslenz]

You have access to some of the best mountain and lake landscapes, and I love that you like the overcast days to shoot such scenery. The only time I want to shoot landscapes is when it is cloudy/overcast. There’s something about that weather condition that puts me in a pensive mood. As always, thanks for sharing your craft.

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Thanks for watching :)

[@RobertFGardner]

This one was extremely helpful. I always like to see the unedited process photographers I like go through. To many times we see the finished product and think and believe, the process is perfect. We think, as amateurs that the process is completely flawless. Thanks for letting us inside your mind while creating an image!

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Thanks Robert :)

[@jasonwilson1298]

It's almost like all of my decent photos I was instinctively thinking this, but never could put my finger on why I liked the photos. Thanks for bringing it to lite!

[@juliannedyck2054]

Same!!

[@debrareither4682]

How beautiful!!! Love your perspective

[@mucklark6943]

Wow. Not only did that all make sense but , not for the first time, you've changed completely how I go about making photos !

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Awesome! :)

[@AA_Dandelion_Days]

Great piece of advice, and it makes so much sense. So glad you shared it, and can't wait to go and try it out.

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Awesome! :)

[@melindapryor]

The light moving through this video at the 8.30 mark is amazing

[@jgods]

That's great advice James, I appreciate you sharing it. Thanks.

[@stefanhansen5882]

Absolutely great advice and way to present. Thanks!

[@nicomphoto]

Excellent video and thanks for this lovely share !

[@qlogic74]

Great advice I am definitely going to be able to incorporate that thanks for sharing

[@cotswolddroner7714]

Perfect sense and awesome photos! Looking good Popsys!

[@paulcomptonpdphotography]

A fantastic way to put it. And you are very fun to watch. Great stuff.

[@scottsoutter7271]

This video resonated with me. Great explanation of your thought process in making a composition.

[@godsinbox]

love this advice! thanks for sharing the pics. interesting edits, low contrast and split toning goodness

[@DowellPiano]

I really enjoyed seeing the thought process behind your photos. I’ve always wondered how much analytical thought photographers put into their composition. This is really instructive. Thank you!

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Awesome! Cheers mate :)

[@ellyelzinga01]

Great video and great advice, absolutely makes sense! Such a beautiful landscape, and the light was so good too while you were talking!

[@turhang4803]

Great video James, great photos! Thanks very much!

[@wimborremans8421]

Great video, as always! Makes perfect sense. Keep on the good work!

[@mc5869]

Very informative and entertaining as always James !

[@oliverasisphotography1462]

Totally makes sense! Thank you James!

[@MaxWoudenberg]

I really enjoyed all these shots, especially the one with the sun peaking over the mountain. Great advice as well!

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Cheers Max :)

[@MaxWoudenberg]

Just got my G9, so stoked

[@marklambert7734]

thanks, a good illustration of how to apply working rules of photography composition to a particular setting.

[@swirly_magnolia]

Love that location, always spoilt for choice what to photograph there. Another great video thanks

[@philneath2965]

Thanks for the advice. I find that my photos I like most are those where there's something crept in I didn't spot when taking it. I'll be looking out for them as pieces of the jigsaw in future.

[@michaelcromar3070]

Just found your channel the other day and I'm hooked got to be honest. The down to earth relatable content is where I'm at, plus I think you understand your craft well so I'm learning a lot from your stuff. I'm thinking I'll understand most of it when I'm out and about with my camera but enjoying it all 👍 cheers

[@charliethebubbles]

Good advice and makes sense. Great video to prove the point.

[@JohnKAdams-lp2ov]

Thanks, James! Will apply these ideas in my next shoot. Good video!

[@billbell8800]

Great tips James, enjoyed the video. Thanks....

[@bladezonwheels]

this is literally the best piece of advice I've ever heard too. great job!

[@spandsbab]

Every time I see one of your videos James, I can't help but hope you say "This is Sparta!"

[@DavidSenteno]

Instructions Unclear...Im now out buying a Jigsaw puzzle, but it has a beautiful landscape photo on the box. 🥂

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

haha!

[@sharadhsrivastava293]

😂👍

[@cobus770105]

Excellent advice and well presented.

[@karlthefirst8690]

Wow man. That was an original educational thought, right here on KZbin. Such a rare thing these days and so well-explained, so critical to good composition. Well done and thanks.

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Thanks so much mate - I appreciate it :)

[@JanneRanta]

"Sun is ruining everything" proceeds to take an epic shot with sun light peaking through :D

[@EnterSpacebar]

That's a bit rich, coming from a Brit. 😂😂

[@determinedskeptic]

Videos like this really make me miss the UK! Love the videos and advice, James

[@ellenstoune8937]

I love your videos! I always learn something and I always laugh.

[@danyg0827]

Awesome video James! Thank you and stunning photos! Love that preset you used.

[@sheeptotherescue]

I was vaguely thinking along those lines, but I love the metaphor. Good stuff

[@philbrown8181]

Very helpful, and yes it makes sense. Cheers.

[@coastalbay4k]

Great advice James and beautiful scenery!👍

[@murraycotton352]

Thanks very helpful and yes got it, understand it and will use it!

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Cheers mate :)

[@CreatEdd]

Thanks for going through the effort to explain this!!! 😊❤️🤩

[@diogomoreira7003]

"Oh! A sheep! I can see a sheep down there." I just love how you can still be surprised by sheep's presence in a scene. :D

[@BlomgrenEbbe]

Love it! Makes a lot of sense! Thank you, now I am a subscriber!

[@rnspowell]

Your advice made sense to me. Something I will definitely watch out for on my further photographic needs

[@kent2000100]

Good explanation of composition. Thanks

[@gmdethierry]

That is classic sitting in New Zealand grabbing some tips for my students and came across James vids and thought these are great!! Kia Ora all the way from NZ.

[@davidaire6163]

James, just clicked your affiliate link for the G9 and it has £700.99 off just now with Amazon Prime...sitting at "only" £799 at the moment (£999 with the 12-60)! Obviously still a lot of money but that could be a game changer for some of us looking to change our systems. Trade in etc. Anyway, another class video mate. Book is excellent as well. Just thought I'd point out something you may want to bring to people's attention in future vids! (If the price is still the same) I've been looking at my APS-C Canon differently since I opened the Amazon tab, just can't stop thinking about the incredible shots of sheep I could get.. Brilliant to see your channel growing the way it is, thoroughly deserved. Cheers again

[@kemerthomson]

Made perfect sense, and an excellent lesson.

[@FredoDeSmet]

How beautiful shadow of the mountain surfs over the lake at 08.20u. It happens in your back, but must have seen it in post production.

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Yep, kicking myself! :)

[@stevep2111]

Loved this lesson James, I really like your thought process and I am going to give that a go!

[@garyholman8634]

Really enjoyed the vlog James. Fabulous location there. I can see why you like it so much. You always know when a chinook is coming over by the sound! Subscribed!

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Cheers Gary - what a place hey! :)

[@exurban5207]

The subconscious goes conscious. Brilliant! Thank you very, very much!

[@ive595]

One of our favourite parts of Wales, we have stayed at the campsite on the side of that lake many times, loads of stunning walks directly from the camp.

[@paulasimson4939]

This was actually super helpful. I struggle sometimes trying to figure out my composition, this is a great way to break it down.

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Awesome! Thanks Paula :)

[@ImranStBrice]

Best Stills in Motion episode yet!

[@katiesolosky5778]

Great video! I really enjoyed this one and yes it made sense. Your Italian structure is a dock, at least that’s what we call them in America. Anything floating and in the water that you use to get in and out of the boat is a dock. Thanks for making these videos!

[@roykhoury9078]

Loving the new series so far. Informative and entertaining as always. Hopefully you keep at it.

[@ChiefNonsense]

Brilliant explanation.

[@vargavideo]

Whoa! 8:00 Stunning vista!

[@patmcdonnell7784]

It totally made sense, thanks for another great video James. Funny I used to live in a gorge in the US. The military craft would use it at night to practice flying thru it for training.

[@joepalmer75]

Great reminder that it is the pieces that make the whole.

[@donaldgould1293]

I makes a lot of sense. Thanks James.

[@keithnisbet]

Wow. Those explanatory images during the beginning are magical. Especially the boat,jetty,lake & thé structure in the middle of the lake with the vignette effect of the foliage. Marvellous🤗🙏

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Thanks Keith :)

[@keithnisbet]

You’re most welcome. THANKS

[@RichardRostant1]

Enjoyed this week’s music (and the orange laces).

[@MichaelGerrard]

That's a beautiful spot, great photos.

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Thanks mate!

[@Thultmark]

Thanks. Great senaste of humor. Love it.

[@flyingarmyaerial]

Awesome concept of "puzzle pieces" and taking each one separately. Well explained and coherent presentation with you typical added humor. That's why I keep coming back! Plus I love the ending, as a prior US Army Chinook, CH-47D pilot always great to see one flying especially in such a beautiful place!

[@matssandquist9258]

Great tips to start a new week with. 👍

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Thanks mate :)

[@stephenoliver7386]

Excellent, top work

[@hudster1969]

The advice makes sense, more sense than not wearing boots just to keep the orange laces clean 😊

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

haha, I just can't do it!

[@gkovar5295]

This video was very informative regarding making options for compositions! Best I have ever seen to explain scanning a location, picking potentials, mixing, de-mixing (simplifying) etc. "PUZZLE" great message. Thanks....

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Thanks mate :)

[@rebelpatriot_nc_9156]

James, your sense of humor is just so good 😂

[@johndoyle4680]

That actually does make sense!!

[@zhyaxxion]

makes complete sense, thinking back it's exactly what i've been doing last 3 years since i started, the picture i was told should tell a story, jigsaw pieces seems better IMO. great video, liking the out door stuff. have been hitting moorlands recently and the new forest. the water levels are terrible but i am finding lots of tree type photos surrounded by water, even around the Cotswold.

[@SteveFizz.40s]

I might have got the wrong end of the stick but the advice was don't look for a completed jigsaw? your jigsaw had 3 pieces? and then tried to include all of them. Food for thought and another great video thanks for sharing.

[@klarisselitao2503]

Oh gosh you're hilarious!!!! So happy I stumbled upon you video. Very helpful too!

[@markstorer7204]

I didn't realise I did this till you explained it...from time to time I have a go at making a picture from not much an they turn out okay.... I'm going to concentrate on trying it ongoing with my photography 👍

[@philipbirtwistle504]

Thanks again James, that looks a very picturesque place, I’ll av to put in on my list of places to visit. The jigsaw idea made perfect sense to me, each piece represents something you want in your final image. I remember from a previous vlog that has always stuck in my head. An artist always starts with a blank canvas and it is their job to put things in the scene, as a photographer the world is our canvas and is already full; therefore it is a photographers job to do the opposite and take things out of the scene... less is more, and simplicity often really works! I like a previous comment was busy watching the light change while you were talking... shucks, it only means I’ll av to watch it all again...