23 Rolls of Film in July

[@BryanBirks]

7:50 I agree with this sentiment. When you put in so much time and effort, to just throw your images on a platform that people look at for two seconds...I don't know. Just seems like you're wasting the "potential" of the images. I think at this point a lot of people would rather have ten people look at their work intentionally on a website compared to a thousand mindless scrollers on Instagram. IG is still useful, just not in that way anymore. For me at least.

[@WillemVerb]

This is it right here

[@Mononoken]

What’s the difference between directing people to your IG who will intently look vs your website who will intently look?

[@BryanBirks]

@@Mononoken I don’t think there is a huge difference aside from the quality of images. If someone wants to look at my work, I’m directing them to my website because the images look better. I’m just talking about the average user. The average person is not sitting on images for too long while browsing IG. That’s why I implied ten people looking intently versus a thousand that just flick past in an instant. There will always be crossover though and some people will sit on images and actually look while on Instagram.

[@timdajan8326]

@@Mononoken I also think people go to a website with a different intention. On IG it's like people stumble upon your picture almost randomly, while on a website people intentionally want to check out your work. The IG feed usually is full of visual noise. And the habit of scrolling mindlessly (which Instagram, TikTok and Facebook are profiting of and kinda built upon) is playing a huge role in how people are consuming photos, I think. It also kinda sucks to have your photos show up in a feed between dancing teenagers and memes. Yet again, it's the most simple way to showcase work. Tough topic for sure.

[@graineryapp]

👀

[@sodapop9mm562]

I think it’s super fun to see this style of video. It’s a really free and relaxed feeling to watch.

[@thearchive64]

I would say that a video like this makes it feel like actually hanging out with you rather than watching a video in a more "formal way". It's more honest and relaxed and I think that fits your personality the best.

[@michaelromashov7853]

I love this format! It’s really inspiring to see the different adventures you have, the various processes you try, and simply seeing the photos you take :)

[@WillemVerb]

Happy to hear it! Thank you

[@bobsykes]

Hey, this style of the video perfectly fit the messages. I like the mix of topics and breadth covered. What I really enjoy is how you so often photograph places on both coasts where I have lived or spent long periods of time myself. Your beautiful photos always bring back cheerful memories. Cheers! ✌️

[@WillemVerb]

Thanks very much Bob!

[@AbelKleinblatt]

I like this format, Willem. Feels very genuine!

[@Lt.Dan02]

the music choice complements your video and photo style so well! Such a pleasure to watch your work.

[@jopakan]

vlogs like these bring your channel to life bruh, it kinda balances with the usual recap/review videos which makes it more interesting.

[@jessejayphotography]

The not-to-serious, relaxed feeling of these videos are great. I really enjoy it.

[@montigol]

it's fun! The cheese pull photo is killer

[@kesoqvlividze7031]

These photos and the way you explain things..🧡 it's so calming.. keep it up 💛

[@sadcow9902]

My favorite shot is the pizza slice! Absolutely stunning

[@sergiuveredin4729]

Agreed What camera and film stock you’ve made it with?

[@brntgudn]

A monthly vlog series would be great. Seeing the contact sheets as you make them is actually fun to see. You're sharing your first reactions too. Share another next month!

[@juiceboyxd9310]

The word "Honeysuckle" is so funny to me idk why. Gosh those east coast pictures are just so telling of the environment, you've captured the spirit of the place effortlessly.

[@jeremiahjunker8290]

I’m enjoying this format. It’s a relaxed, more personal flavor. But also like the more “produced”/themed videos. A mix is nice. Great stuff!

[@diegovergesPhoto]

Perfect format of a video blog. Awesome work you do in film photography

[@mattdayphoto]

wow the first day of the month, Willy with the holeshot 😮‍💨

[@WillemVerb]

😂

[@omarsalah9747]

it was great to see the regular photo content + the vlog to see more of the behind the scenes of the film process. Loved this man!

[@elias_martinelli]

The feeling that the photograph at 4:28 evokes is incredible. When I look at it I feel a mix of familiarity and intimacy. I would love to get a print.

[@alek0stoev878]

yo finally more vlogs, god has answered my prayer, lmaoo looked forward to this willem good job

[@allansosa9765]

I’m totally onboard with the longer vlog style. Moving from one topic to another gives a segmented feel, each with content to pique interest, and ultimately offers so much more than a shorter home-run video. Thanks, and looking forward to the next!

[@CameraNostalgiaClub]

Honey wake up Willem posted

[@hank7838]

Love the 'chaotic' vlog format. It's nice to see what an artist is up to, even the little things like switching chemistry and your thoughts about your own projects. Can't wait for more!

[@Lemluck_]

Your darkroom process stuff is always the coolest

[@GradySpencer]

Can we take a minute to appreciate the color grade/vibe on those talking head shots let’s go 🔥

[@paulschumacker9901]

This is great! Your adaptation of living space to darkroom space is inspiring. The pictures of upstate NY resonated with me, as I spent a lot of time there and the color pallet is very different from SoCal. Go with your gut - your intuition is fabulous.

[@Caballeroshot]

I dig the longer video contrasting both coasts. Truly enjoy watching as I edit pictures, best of both worlds!

[@justlookin3]

I really enjoyed your video and sharing it with us. I found your East Coast seems to have a yearning about them which I enjoyed. I’m new to your channel and was feeling privileged to see your process of doing contact sheets and making prints. I printed B&W a million years ago. A box of 8x10 paper was $13.00. I had to tray process the prints, fix them, dry them on a double sided heater with canvas which held the print against the stainless steel plate. I can see how times have changed with your processor doing color. Wow. Thanks for sharing.

[@irshadzahidi2130]

7:15 is such an amazing shot

[@Whateverworksman93]

You got me thinking of new places to go shoot in LA, great to see it fresh from someone else's eyes.

[@bulldog1101]

Format is fantastic. Look forward to seeing what is next. I've been watching for years and you continuously evolve and never disappoint.

[@jamesmeasom6790]

Enjoyed the format! It works as a nice break-up between the videos that still need to be long-form standalone’s.

[@lezapzap311]

Enjoying the vlogs and I think the website is the right choice, thanks for sharing your work that way!

[@shasha-png]

every time I watch one of your videos I get inspired to go shoot. love the format, keep it coming!

[@charlottesimss9853]

Loved the format. It's crazy how you can just go out and see these photos anywhere, meanwhile I'm lucky to find good lighting for 5 minutes

[@SprokkereefNederlands]

It is fun, especially because its more content of you! Great to see ur personal work also. Thanks a lot again Willem and keep up the good work.

[@injuringnico17]

The video was great, man! Love the vlog format. Makes it more personal in my opinion. Also loved the shots man. Always amped to see how you see different scenes and what you come up with.

[@auswandernschweiz.ch.]

i really enjoyed the next vlog. I wish you all the best for the future and i hope you can make an easy full time career as a creator. We need you. Best wishes from Switzerland. Roman

[@teocrawford]

I love the format Willem!🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@NielsdeKemp]

This laid back form, I like it!

[@rebeccasuur]

You look like you had fun putting this video together. I love that for you. I can imagine it’s not always that easy to pick up the camera and feed our need to get input from you. Lots of love and inspiration your way. Loving the pictures with the camomile in focus out of focus. Loving that style.

[@robinglass7625]

I absolutely loved the format of this video Willem! The space you left just for images and music through the Upstate NY segment was amazing - it really felt like it captured the mood well. And i totally agree about Instagram.

[@oskarbengtsson1938]

Love watching your videos. Sitting outside on a balcony right now chilling, smoking and drinking and it’s just so peaceful. Thought it was interesting that you heat your chemicals to 35 degrees Celsius because I heat mine to 38 degrees. But then I use different chemicals, more at a hobby level. Keep up the good work!

[@williamcurwen7428]

Yeh, you certainly have got your own style - so nice, so good to see this in another photographer. I found your commentary about the difference in light and colour between east and west coast to be both insightful and significant.

[@6wermz]

i like to load up my camera with some 120 while I watch this lol. I like this style of vlog!

[@orionhampden-campued301]

It's great to see these kind of vlogs! Really like videos that show every step of the process, pre and post production, without it feeling like a tutorial

[@MitchellRoman97]

Willem these are some of the best pictures I have ever seen featured on your channel or even KZbin as a platform for that sake. Amazing work wow

[@michaelbennettphoto]

I think this is my favorite format to watch when it comes to KZbin videos!

[@lighturpl3]

Yeah, nice to see a good volume of shots. I watch vids like this to get inspired and ideas for my own work. Thanks.

[@timtsai4698]

thank you for actually showing the steps for making contact sheet ! beautiful photos as usual thank you

[@josselinmarnat]

These vlogs are just perfect Wilem, we enjoy them as much as regular videos!

[@ColeOshiro]

What a great adventurous, yet very informational vlog. Love these, and miss your content Willem!

[@Hackzyyz]

i think this blog format is so nice feels real

[@ea404_]

Willem you are indeed a special photographer and person.

[@TheGazmondo]

Phewww what a relief to hear you compare your website with instagram. It certainly highlights the thing that we should all be asking ourselves, and that is, why am i taking this photograph ? GREAT !

[@DaveMontejano]

Met you at Joe Greer’s book signing. Your at home development video is what got me into building up my own setup. Love the content man!! LA film gang!!

[@WillemVerb]

Great meeting you :)

[@bookfoos]

I really liked watching this style of vlog! I love when you take us through specific trips too but doing a mix of things could be nice :) it was especially cool watching your process in the dark room too!

[@liam.chandler]

This is sweet!! Format is great, relaxed and still engaging. Big love from Aus.

[@aneesai241]

i love this casual video style along with your more structured ones! love your content !

[@BigTeddy-om5em]

actually enjoyed this format, not chaotic just super chill.

[@Liam-ce1pt]

This is so cool, my grandparents live right next-door to Holmequest. I grew up with the farmers son, this is so trippy to see all of this in your video!

[@hariskapetanovic]

I love the vlog format! Please continue this!

[@simonemoriana6007]

It’s so satisfying and relaxing to look at the bookshelf with the books sorted by color 🤤❤️

[@dogga6313]

And now I will have a good day thanks dude 🙏

[@ozbaz99]

Beautiful images. As always excellent editing and choice of music

[@inkaststudio]

Love the vlog format. Really enjoy the longer videos. Btw, love the warm west coast colors but it’s east coast all day! 💪🏾

[@dailyproduce8530]

Man, I love your content. You inspire me and I’m happy you post shit for us to look at. The vlog is dope, seems personal like a one on one

[@mathiasgrondin583]

This is incredible wow

[@christianrasmussen3351]

That was a fun vid. Love seeing the sheets

[@chadolson5537]

I would love to print color phots. We only got to print b&w in college. I enjoyed your book btw and am happy to have it in my collection. Keep em' coming.

[@sagadotexe]

love this format!

[@ShawnPBruce]

I enjoy the random moments in a single video. Great stuff!

[@flottenheimer]

Loving your vlogs. Loving your 'proper' videos. Love it all! Thanks.

[@Dmzfotografie]

I like the style. It's like hanging out together. Love it

[@jiggle6467]

i love this kind of videos. it feels like im traveling with you, i love it.

[@Janethecrazy]

this is inspiring to watch. i gave a quota to myself to shoot more in film but im kinda ignoring and somehow forgets in longer period. now i need to get back to it.

[@kevinmarcus625]

I absolutely love this format Willem. Keep 'em coming man. My favorite scene was the one where you showed the rangefinder patch since it kind of showed me that beautiful scene through the rangefinder patch. It's kind of like looking at the photo through a WLFV lol.

[@larson0014]

I recommend routering the edges of the table to make them more comfortable and then using thompson's water sealer to keep the table clean.

[@bernardkelly235]

A grab bag, in effect. (Weekend Plus.) I liked it. Certainly envy you the darkroom setup.

[@bernhardneumuellerphotography]

love the vlog format!

[@kevinkubi1]

The vlog was not chaotic at all. Loved this format and would definitely like more

[@Stevooo1985]

Video/vlog is perfect. Do what you want, think is best and love. Greetings from Belgium.

[@chrisclark5135]

Thanks, Willem. Enjoy your content regardless how you piece it together. Thanks for sharing!

[@garrettflowers3356]

these are some really excellent photos. very well put together everytime

[@URBONED]

A new Willem video is always a great video. Keep killing it man.

[@bijan_sabet]

love, such great photos and glad you are putting the work on your website!

[@ericgotz5368]

Its great too see different stuff in a video ✌🏼 But do what you feel right about, its always great to watch your videos no matter what you do.

[@Bjornvallin]

Really enjoyed this video, always interesting to see the work behind and at the same time the footage from when the shot where taken.

[@VedutaV]

Love a vlog style part. ❤️

[@thisjourneycalledlife5957]

Thank you so much! I loved this vlog! I Watched the entire thing and I really enjoyed seeing the darkroom process. I find it so relaxing and euphoric in a sense developing in a dark room so thank you 🙏🏽

[@markmadderra4834]

Nice video. East Coast photos over west coast. You should do a darkroom video.

[@liamhardy2875]

Really good format mate. Great to see your process and hear your thoughts in a relaxed way. A pleasure to watch with my breakfast 😊👍🏻

[@aevangeorgeline]

it's all great willem...flawless :) and warm almost therapeutic...

[@danielmilz]

I really like this format ! Fun and easy to watch, yeah it’s a little unstructured but this makes it really authentic

[@martinall7551]

Loved the photos

[@desertedsandbox]

Loved this video feels like we got to see more bts of the process a bit both with thought process and equipment

[@carmen1144]

I really liked this format! It’s really relaxing and easy to look at.

[@DProductionVideo]

Really loving this style of video, so cool to hear you talk more about your process (both creative and technical) and it's reassuring to see that someone like you, with a lot of audience also struggle with the life of a picture once it's done. I really relate to this reflexion about picture that are not perfect when looked alone but have a mood when looked together, without them to be actually thought as diptic/triptic/etc before hand Thank you for that

[@adrianaheglewicz]

Yes for more vlogs!

[@alisonguzman6974]

loved the video as always willem! i really enjoyed the format of this video & the photos from the east coast are beautiful :^)