Your videos are so informative! The added bonus is they are also so relaxing. I always watch at the end of the day so I can wind down and go to bed with beautiful landscapes dancing through my head. Thank you!
RU-vid is a small world! Was just reading through some comments and 4 of my other favourite youtubers have commented, one of which is not a photographer, looks like everyone is finding you! The RU-vid algorithm is linking us all together, with all the negative press lately to do with social media and much deserved it seems it does have it's good side too :)
I think that out of all of the social media platforms RU-vid is my favourite, I have made more connections through this platform than any other. The videos are a lot of work but it is also a lot of fun so it makes the work very much worth the effort. I also get to connect with like-minded people such as yourself that are keen on landscape photography, as far as I can see it's a win, win for all.
Really enjoyed that Adam. Some great photos but the stories and context behind how you created the shots was really insightful. Looking forward to the rest of the series.
Light is EVERYTHING!! It's funny too, in all the clips of you talking about the light, you can totally tell it isn't "on". The first video I watched of yours about finding inspiration in local areas had some really lovely, subtle light, and you came away with so many beautiful images. Loved that larch image! Thanks again for sharing.
Outstanding video on this important subject! The photos are gorgeous, and illustrate what you're talking about so well. Much to think about, and I look forward to the next video on this subject.
Fantastic video Adam, well done. I was told by a photographer a long, long time ago that light was the quintessential element in photography and you have only reinforced that ethos. Without light we have nothing, yet with some light we can get a pretty ordinary image and with great light we get fantastic images. Keep you videos coming mate, great work and thanks for sharing.
Since watching your channel, with your often comments about the importance of light over subject, I have given a lot of thought about light. It sits in the front of my mind now. Your episode here, helps a lot. I think I always recognized good light, instinctively, probably like many struggling landscape photographers, but never made it part of my creative process. I think now I will likely take fewer photos and work harder for the ones I do take. I will enjoy photography even more.
For sure Glen! I know that I am always on the prowl for neat light. I don't always find it and as is the case with some of the processing videos I have tried to bring out the best of the light or occasionally given the illusion of the light.
I found these older posts and have started watching them in reverse order... Although similar I really appreciate you breaking them down into 3 shorter separate posts instead of 1 long one "spending hours"...
Another great video, Adam. Your insights are so helpful. I love the clarity of your explanations - and the part on colour and light and your examples are so helpful. Thanks - looking forward to more in this series.
A wonderful instructional video. It's easy to forget (until you open an image for post-processing) how light not only affects shadows but also colour. Looking forward to your next installment.
Thanks for your inspirational Vlogs, Adam. After 60 years of basically "point & shoot" photography I have developed a new interest in light and composition, albeit with mirror less gear to cut down on the weight. Please keep the Vlogs coming! J. MacKaig
I'm glad I don't have to pay you for every time I watch this but I think I should. You da (master photographer) man! This is a great instructional video, Adam. Thank you
Hello Adam, this is a fantastic video. So often we get caught up in the subject, composition, and the technical aspects of taking a good image. That we overlook the most important part, The LIGHT. Thank you for the wonderful reminder, and i anxiously look forward to the next video.
Adam this is such a helpful and well done video. I enjoy all of your videos for different reasons. I found this one THE most helpful from a learning the craft perspective. Really well done and please don't wait too long before you make the next one in the series.
Adam, loved the subject you covered here and what makes those great images stand out. Significance of good light we have heard from many photographers but what exactly to look for in the woodland, I learnt from you today, contrast in light and color. Thank you Adam. Not only are you are brilliant photographer but a good mentor too. Thanks a lot for inspiring people like us who are taking baby steps in this new world of photography 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
thanks for that inspirational and guidance view to light adam. it's always a pleasure to have learnt some thing new from you and to go away and practice in my own photography
Just beautiful, and lovely images. You also took me to the past in my career when I was shooting with a Mamiya 645. I sold the body and 2 lenses and kept one lens to use it as a loupe. Great video as usual Adam. I love your work.
Great video. I would absolutely love more on this subject. In particular, looking for light in big wide landscape images. Awesome channel and beautiful photography!
Thumbs up is a given. Your explanation of light for me is spot on. Sometimes you can watch a video/vlog presentation of 10 mins and it will seem endless... 13 mins of watching this and it felt like a couple of mins - left me wanting more...so hope you follow this up Adam. Excellent presentation and interesting to see the background of your photography and how your past experiences have moulded how you work in the present day. Sat 17th March and we have just had another blast of Winter in the beacons.. snow today whilst yesterday it was clear on the main peaks when I went for a walk.
Fabulous light, the last image was off the scale. I learned about light from Jay Maisel, learned loads. My forte are flowers and macro photography, i can be "missing " for hours....lol Love your work and i enjoyed watching. Thank's Adam.
Very beautiful images Adam especially using film. In my early days shooting with film, I experienced the same emotional feeling you had with dramatic light making the image come to life. I would love to see more of your images you took using film in your early days.
You should do a bloopers reel! Also, That autumn image with the stream in Assiniboine is my favorite of yours. I'm really hoping to get out there relatively soon. I'd love to go on your tour there, just not sure my schedule will allow it : /
Blooper would be hours of me swearing, haha. That trek to Assiniboine was a really good one as I got several keepers from that trip, other times not so good. You'll love it there, beautiful country. Thanks, Jon!
It's certainly all about The Light. I need to start using that phrase...skunked? 😁😂....You provided some great examples. Really insightful. Thanks for sharing Adam!
Thanks for the video, very interested in your view of light. As a landscape photographer I am always told the best landscapes can only be shot at sunrise or sunset and yes, I have got some great shots by rising early or staying out late but I have always felt that any time of day can produce great landscapes and I always get out even in bad light (stormy weather) or very hard light (full sun no clouds) just to push myself photographically to learn what can work in all light conditions, otherwise 2 hour slot in the morning and 2 hour slot in the evening would mean I would have to get a day job:). Once again thanks for your videos which are informative and inspiring. DaveR.
You're right david. and not every shot has to be killer (although that would be great) it's great practice to challenge yourself to shoot in all light to see what works and what doesn't.
Nice video. I'm a hobbyist when it comes to photography. Yeah, i've mostly concentrated on composition, but I agree what you say about lighting and how it is the key to great images. I also agree about shadows for contrast. I welcome more videos like these as my lighting needs a lot of improvement.
I love your videos and images. Really inspiring. You made me want to visit this beautiful part of the world :) Keep up the good work. And Your right about the light.
Hi Adam, Another great video and it really has give me something again to think about , I think it is a really good idea for me remind myself of the very important basic things to bear in mind when taking images, and studying the light is as you say is the most important one, great images as well, many thanks Ian
Hi Adam, really useful well paced advice based on long experience. You live in a beautiful part of the world as I’ve seen from two trips l’ve made to BC and Alberta and you do it great justice.
Thank you Adam! Nice to hear your insight on Light. Really appreciate the photos and way you showed light working in your images. Cant wait for the next one!!
What a helpful video! It’s clear you put a lot of time and care into this one. I feel a lot of gratitude, and I’m inspired to be more patient and deliberate about finding good light.
OMG! Watching this gave me a 13 minute " epiphany " Adam... The George Eastman quote is so true... Loved those garden images btw... Those illuminated larch leaves ( tamarack ) on a cold blue background is simply off the charts. I love it... It is native to Canada & I have patches of them in my area of north central Vermont too. Being a deciduous conifer, they lose their leaves ( needles ) each fall... Tremendous content Adam, the ever so importance of light & beautifully illustrated in this video... Thank you, Bill Farr... Vermont, USA... :-)
Ok, I would say this is one of the best videos on RU-vid on landscape (and not only) photography technique, with beautiful samples. Thank you for sharing. I was just about to go out with my backpack, when got notification from your channel... We've got fresh snow after cold night. Will look for the light now.
Great video. Light overcast is the great equalizer when it comes to many images, especially "busy" locations. 75% of the time I prefer overcast for waterfalls and forests because of that equalizing factor. That light brings a degree of softness and subtlety to images. Dramatic lighting can be so fickle and fleeting. When you get it, you are in heaven and need to make the most of it. I also enjoyed the historical aspect of this video, getting to know more about your history and background. Keep them coming Adam. Cheers.
I struggle with finding good light. But I think you have given me a new perspective; look for good light and fill your subject with it. This is easier said than done, but it’s a start. I know shooting in midday isn’t ideal, but most times it’s all I’ve got. I’d love to hear your tips/techniques for photography in less than optimal conditions (or maybe there isn’t and that’s the point) Thanks for the video. I’d enjoy watching as many light-themed episodes you would be willing to provide.
You're right! It is easier said than done and a lot of the time, failures. Having said this I think it's important to know your subject first and then look for it with the best light. As an example the last shot in this video I shot at 1pm on a bright sunny day. With many subjects this light wouldn't work, but in this case worked wonderfully.
Outstanding video Adam, I couldn't said and explained it better than what you did in this video. I teach photo styling and photography for construction companies nationwide and you nailed it. We want, no we demand more videos about this subject LOL Thanks you so much for all the hard work you put into these videos. Clemens
My pleasure, Clemens Jellema! Before I put this video together I did a quick search on RU-vid and you're right there is very little about light, studio setups yes, gear reviews too many but not light, very starnge.
Great subject. As for as ideas for other subjects, perhaps you can make a video dedicated to backlighting only? Or perhaps a video tutorial on filling the frame and rule of thirds, etc.
This was a very helpful video for me. You took things that were in my subconscious and made me aware of them so that I can be deliberate when photographing. I love your work, and I appreciate your willingness to share your knowledge.
Adam Gibbs I have been working my way through your videos. I asked in a photography group if anyone had any ideas for good spots to photograph on Vancouver Island as I will be there in May, and one person suggested I look at your videos. I am so glad he did.
Thank you for sharing a piece of your professional life! In my opinion, this type of video is the best to understand what you need to improve in order to get better in photography. Great video! Well done Adam! Cheers
Just stumbled upon your channel and subscribed. Love your approach and the content of your videos. Will be watching many more. Your images are amazing but more amazing is the way you explain the many elements that make them amazing. Recognizing these elements is the first step to creating amazing images myself. Thank you.
