How I Developed My Photography Style 

Key words, "keeping photos timeless" that makes you really think of how you really want to shoot and edit. Good stuff here

big respect to any photographer who shows their first work. That shit is not easy and is quite humbling.

"It's very difficult to get out and shoot consistently..." couldn't agree more.

This video is full of Value 👌 In a world full of trends, it’s very important to develop your own style or voice. People will find more value in someone who is trying to share their own original ideas or their own perspective than watching someone else’s copy.

It's all a matter of training and hard work every day. Many people envy other talents believing they were born with them... A simple excuse. Photography, like any other area of life requires trials, sacrifice, sleepless nights and of course spending a lot of money. The masters of their fields are those who preferred to study instead of wasting time on silly activities. Samuel, your work is great. Keep it up!

hot take: photography trends arent changing as much as photographers are just getting better and refining their craft. so many unique styles and trends in different photography genres. its so cool

these videos are very therapeutic lately. Going to soak in the tub and watch again

Thank you for continuing to be a massive inspiration, Sam! I love how humble you still are as well, so many photographers wouldn't show the first photos they took over fear of being judged or not seen as professional. Keep killing it!

So much value in this video. I myself have had a hard time finding out what I will like to shoot and what stuff I shoot because of a trend or likes - but as you say in the video, it all about just going out there shooting and then naturally you will find what kind of photography you truely enjoy. You´re a huge inspiration, been following you since your PNW days. Love from Denmark

So good man. I’ve really been exploring this lately and applying it to all my photographs regardless of the medium. Really coming into my own lately and Im really liking what my style has become.

I think you made a really good point when you said that you can photograph different genres but apply your own style to it which eventually still leads to a consistent portfolio. Personally, I think this is the best way to be identified and recognized as an artist. Not by your genre, your color grade, etc. but really by your style.

Excellent video, Sam. Always nice to hear a photographer openly talk about some of their favorite work not being their most popular or well received but still the work that personally inspired them as a creator.

This video makes me feel so great now. Congratulations Samuel, you`re really helping people

Finally got round to watching this, really appreciate your sit down videos discussing the artform, very helpful for me personally at my stage in my career

Stunning work.

Thanks for sharing your story and insight...as a "new" photographer, it is very intimidating sometimes to try and find your own style in this world - so nice to hear.

You really caught my attention when you basically put my thoughts and mind into words. Thank you for showing me that I've been doing everything right. Great vid, I enjoyed it. I never liked social media or trends in the first place.

You're such an inspiration!✨I have a lot of respect for your images' colors🔥

Thank you, for sharing some of your earlier work. Really encouraging 👍🏾

Enjoyed this very much, loved the mellow atmosphere and loved the tips.

Thank you for sharing even your old photos. Always inspiring! 👌🏻

dope video! Love the music, the mood, everything! You also evolved as a videographer! Congrats, Samuel!

What a beautiful thumbnail ❤

Pretty cool to hear more of your background and how you grew your style! Some days it feels hard to think I’ve grown or evolved until I look back at where I was. Great video Sam!

Thanks bro ❤❤❤

Thank you for such a valuable piece of information Samuel!

I love how you color grade your photos!

In regards to inspiration, your style inspires my work a tonne! Only mines a hell of a lot moodier! (probably an effect of living in the rainy UK rather than Cali!...)

Thanks man, appreciate your point of view. Your style is inspiring

Wow Samuel, another timely video haha. Thanks so much and may God bless you!

So inspiring and relaxing video! Only good work and wise words! keep sharing knowledge Sam!!

this is one of my fav vids yet of yours 🙌🏻

I watched most of your videos. they are so good and intimate. keep making more ✌️💯

I really needed this... Great video bro 🔥

I concur with all you said . When I look back to when I began , I tried everything and slowly , I gravitated to something I was only half aware of and which I would describe as social environmental . This enables me to combine my love of nature and people to record images that appear timeless . I enjoy sitting in a coffee shop and working the scene as inconspicuously as possible . I regularly produce o photo books each year for the family and the grandchildren love them. It is so easy to shift from street to landscape and capture the grandchildren in the park or whatever. The phone has been invaluable because it is always with us. The children forget the camera and will only give you a few minutes and the moment passes. I have caught their expressions in toy shops and at home when occupied in something . In short, it is taking pictures as often as you see something and that comes from training your eye to see. You do not always react or able to with young children to look after , but they are a great distraction to cause others to ignore you and that helps to acquire something special . Photography is a great way to meet people and strike up a conversation , especially if you love to talk ha ha. Finally - the gear doesn’t matter . It is all just fantastic and capable of producing timeless master pieces to treasure . Thank you for sharing this with us.

I've gone through so many of those photos so many times on your website!! Absolutely love your website and your style. I try copying those tones so much! :P

Thank you for this

Thanks for sharing 👍😊😀🙂🙏 your talent 🙌👏🙏😀❤👍

Love this ❤️ thank you

I think the best way to find your style is by getting out and shooting as much as you can. Over time you'll find what works for you and your style will come naturally

Good stuff 🙌🏾✨

Love your work! Thank you for these insights. Great video, however, at times it was a little challenging to hear you over the music. Perhaps try lowering the music volume a few dB in the next videos ;)

Love discovering your channel today. Do you always have someone shooting video for you?

great video Sam! Thank you for inspiration:) Maybe you can make a video how to start photography business or something like this? If not here, maybe on Patreon?

Great video bro

lol i didn't want to shoot at all today and then I watched the video and just got out there and felt a whole lot better about myself so thank you :) also, what is this song in the background?

Wise words 🧘🏽‍♂️

Snap! I almost thought it was me talking.

What kind of microphone 🎤 your using?

can I ask what you use to edit your videos? Like the fonts colorgrading etc?

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Notifications gang

If I may make a suggestion: cut the music so that we can actually listen to what you are saying.

I like you