the importance of research in photography | ep. 5

Developing a personal photo project isn't just in the visuals. Creating a cohesive look or feel to the pictures is just one aspect. What else can we use to guide ourselves in the process of creating rather than editing?
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[@levisimpson516]

"I ain't gonna find out unless I find out." I like it, let's make shirts!

[@mattdayphoto]

I will absolutely put that on a shirt if people are into it. Haha. 🙏🏻❤️

[@christophercarroll2337]

First time in awhile I’ve sat down, held my camera close, and just soaked in the knowledge of one of the greats. Thanks, Matt.

[@gabrielwisniewski4491]

I just wanted to say that I really love watching these videos of yours in a more "conversation" style. It's really cool to be able to follow the development of your projects. Lately, I have been facing a very big creative blockage, and a few moments of anxiety. Watching your videos inspires me so much, and makes me not want to give up my photography. Greetings from Brazil 🙌🏼💚

[@mattdayphoto]

That seriously means the world to hear. If these videos and sharing my thoughts help anyone at all, for whatever reason that is, its worth every bit of it. 💫❤️

[@EdwardIglesias]

As a librarian, I approve of this video! Seriously though, local libraries are often the only place you can find old local newspapers (usually in microfilm) or city directories which aren't as popular anymore but for years were often the only place you could find local businesses.

[@CookedLight]

Great to see you both so happy. Has the town council ever spoken to you about sponsoring / supporting your work? Might be worth talking to them anyway, if they are anything like the UK they will have a dunny (cellar) full of old records and books that might be useful. I used to work for the water dept in Scotland, we had books and maps full of stunning detail of where all the water pipes go etc, the time and love that went into making them is stunning to think about.

[@KEHcamera]

We are always here for you Matt! Excited to see what the future holds for you and your wonderful family.

[@willmccleland2383]

I love these new videos The way you are making people think most about what photography is…. and can be! It’s thought provoking and feels so educational

[@wylie_photo]

Good advice, Matt. I am starting a new project myself and am just at that research stage with it. The library idea is a good one! 👍

[@spyratekodaks7494]

2 videos in the same week!! "thank you Matt!! It's always helpful watching your videos!!

[@JandKninjas123]

great video and happy to hear from ya again! Will definitely keep this one in mind over the next few months working on my personal project💜

[@bernardkelly235]

A very intelligent approach, Matt. I look forward to hearing more.

[@JonFilmPhoto]

Love this new setup ❤️

[@mattdayphoto]

Thank you! Still dialing things in but I’ve been filming the whole process and thoughts behind how I set it up. Excited to share the full transformation of this space in a video!

[@bro_liv]

Just glad to see you back at it, still always a pleasure to tune in, keep it up!

[@josephmontez879]

Great video. Thanks Matt

[@stevep564]

Love the idea of a library date! 🙌

[@itsmisgana]

proud of you Matt!

[@_jprater]

He’s back with the angles. Get used to it!

[@WesleyVerhoevePhotography]

so happy youre back!

[@justinkingery2489]

Three cheers for local libraries and librarians! Some of the kindest, most intelligent people in the world are librarians.

[@mattdayphoto]

First time there since the pandemic! We used to take the kids all of the time, they have tons of classes and activities for kids below preschool age. Great place all around. 💫

[@AstonsVintageTechnologyWorkshp]

Wow, that bag represents 20 years of what I would usually shoot. I've been carefully working on 2 rolls now for a couple of years in two separate cameras. :-D I'm trying to make every frame really special to me.

[@norbertsteinkamp9380]

Hello Matt, listening to you talking about research, I remembered to have read about the explosion of a steam locomotive boiler near Chillicothe, which happened in May of 1948. Do you know whether there's any knowledge in town about this nowadays, whether there's still anyone around with live memories, or whether a librarian has access to sources? There must have been newspaper articles etc. because these were rare and impactful events.

[@LaserGuidedBacon]

Looks like it’s time to bust my copy of Friend of Mine back out. For research of course 😉

[@liveinaweorg]

I swear you are getting younger

[@bradynshock]

Bro I was thinking the same thing

[@samhardy2038]

This young man may be wise beyond his years.

[@MadredeAgua9]

Two extremely gifted artists hail from Chillocothe. You, and the great jazz singer, Ms Nancy Wilson.

[@kathreenmirate389]

Please tell KEH I had my camera repaird by them and when they return it it has a big dent on its prism finder with the light meter now affected. (Pentax 6x7 ttl) they promised to call me in 24-48 hours but that was 4 days ago. Not heard from them. I had to do it here cause I don’t know who to turn to. I spent money to have it serviced aside from my cost of buying the camera. Sorry Matt. I hope you could get their attention to this comment! Thank you!!

[@KEHcamera]

Hello Kathreen, We took a look at your order, and it looks like it has been handed off to the manager in charge of that department, and they should have reached out this afternoon to help resolve that for you. We messaged them to be sure, and we apologize for any delay!

[@kathreenmirate389]

@@KEHcamera I spoke to Mr. Grieco and he did said he will fix it. KEH sent the replacement prism already. Thank you! Sorry Matt!