my first impression was that this video would just be talking about composition and lighting and special photo taking techniques. But rather it showed me to not give up, keep pushing forward, know that it’s okay if you miss something, you were able to witness it once and that’s a miraculous thing on its own.
Toshiki, you are not alone. I attempt to excommunicate worry about my art, photography. But, I get out with my “tool” regardless of how I feel or what I think may happen. I go. That’s when surprise arrives. And it’s wonderful. This is our way…and that’s okay…
Imho this is well made Urban Landscape/Travelogue - it shows scenes anyone can see, at almost any time. For me, the Street Photography tradition is where you capture a person or an interaction that is unusual/intriguing or emotionally engaging. Like: It's either _personal,_ or visually rivetting.
A monk recently told me that truly seeing the emptiness of Self, of seeing everything as empty really, opens up infinite possibilities. Once we come to see, say, a dispute with someone as empty, then we have an infinite number of ways to respond. We are not trapped into responding as usual. What I am working on is seeing those infinite possibilities every time I go to trip the shutter. What are some of these infinite ways to approach this image...apart from my solid self way of framing the image? Thank you for your continually provoking us all to contemplate more deeply. A generous contribution!
Thanks for this. Have you considered volition, one of the four nutriment in the Puttamamsa Sutta? It can be healthy or unhealthy. “The third nutriment is volition. This is your desire, your hope, your aspiration. It’s the energy that keeps you alive. You want to be someone. You want to do something with your life. If you’re motivated by compassion and love, your volition will give you the energy and direction to grow and become even more loving and compassionate.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh I think of when the Buddha reached enlightenment a volition to teach others arose. If we can differentiate between healthy volition and unhealthy craving we have come a long way! The test, is whether what drives us celebrates impermanence and interbeing or whether it tries to make us permanent and separate. Simple really 😃
Hello. I have been taking photos since I was 8 years old. Now I'm 58, and still into photography. I did research on other photographers, camera equipment too. I gave up on that as soon as I saw what others were doing. I take photographs my way. I don't imitate anyone. It's a waste of time for me. Photography is very enjoyable to me.
Buddha lived in simpler times. Nowadays we can visit the whole world, eat the most delicious foods, share epic adventures and lessons learned, and really enjoy what the world has to offer. I don't know if discarting all desires is a wise way in modern times. We sure do need to discart lots of desires like materialism, overconsumption, overeating, gambling, alcohol and so on. But damn Budha, there is so much beauty, fun, and excitement to check out :D What do you think about this Toshiki?
Yeah I agree with you! Like I mentioned in the video, it is impossible to give up all desires today. it's not even healthy. But if you are in a difficult situation, thinking about something extreme might help you and you can balance it later. Take some elements from such a stoic way of living and then just chill. Thank you for watching BTW!
Greetings from St. Petersburg! I believe it's essential not to become attached to the photographs you take. To appreciate them, but not make each one the only one. This detachment allows you to evaluate them from a distance and love the process of taking pictures first and foremost, rather than becoming upset about the outcome. Perhaps I didn't express myself perfectly, but I hope I managed to convey the idea.
Yeah, I get you! I like your idea that loving the process rather than obsessing with the outcome. I think it is important to take some distance from your work and see the bigger picture objectively.
Practicing detachment while engaging in the process of art-making is a very interesting and rewarding process indeed. If we manage to master the art of detachment while remaining inspired and focused we are a truly fortunate being. Understanding impermanence and the interdependent arising of phenomena while still remain in a state of love for all that appears is a sign of true spiritual maturity. All experiences are momentary and fleeting. Nothing remains unchanged. We walk one step at the time. We breath in, and we breath out. One moment at the time. In… out. In… out. In… out.
It’s very good advice. Something like this occurred to me when I was going to a photography club. Afterwards, I decided to stop going, as didn’t want to spend time making my photos fit their mold.
It was such a liberating moment in my life, the exact moment I stopped comparing my work to that of others was the exact spot in time my work started to become more honest and effective. It was also the moment when I started to really enjoy doing it (again). Thanks you for articulating this complex idea so beautifully Toshiki 🙏
For one brief moment at 0:40 "Staring the Buddha" came up with the image of Donald Trump and I thought I was in an alternative universe. I think the only comparison that needs to made is with ourself as in How does my photography now compare with X amount of time ago. One of course can look at other photographers images and admire their work and make decisions about how that might influence our future work. But to make comparisons in terms of "good" vs "bad" just reflects the polarised soulless world in which we currently live. Photography is a continuing creative journey. Live it from moment to moment.
And I appreciate that you follow this philosophy yourself by making videos about thoughtful and complicated ideas that may be difficult to understand by the majority of those who watch photography videos. There are some of us out here who seek out just this kind of work, who appreciate the art and act of photography more than gear reviews.
"I still have many desires, so please subscribe to this channel" is such an amazing little moment capturing our time in history. I love that after such a thoughtful and beautiful video you still were able to make one of the driest, funniest jokes I've heard all year.
Thank you again. In finally starting to reduce my urge for comparison (and its corollary, the seeking of praise) I have begun to find much more peace. Your video captures it beautifully.
Yup! It's OK to study the works of other photographers. Study the masters to see what is good. Study Instagram to see what is bad. But divorce yourself from the desire to make your work look like someone else's work.
Toshiki Yukawa anyway possible way or anyone have any information on the interview with Ichiro Suzuki shown in the video 5:52 . Please please! Thank you!!
