The Hopeless Case for Photography

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If you think the future of photography is hopeless, then here is the case to convince you otherwise.
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9:55 Why it Matters (its story time)

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@stevestrickland446 Год назад

Well said. As a Law Enforcement Officer in the States, thank you for sharing. It’s so important. Please allow me to share with you. I was in a very specialized unit. Things were getting worse and worse. As you know, you can only call your wife so many times saying, “You’re going to see something on the news. I’m OK”. After funeral after funeral, I needed to find a way to stay positive and focused to bring my best to the job and home to the family. It lay in photography. I forced myself to get up a few minutes early. I packed my camera with my gear. My objective was to find one beautiful image before my shift. The image would probably be something I had passed hundreds of times and never considered. Photography forced me to see the beauty in the world, not just the horrors. I shared these images with my crew and I think it made a difference in their lives as well. Stay safe and please keep the content coming.

@Bernard-ux2eb Год назад

I worked in land regeneration, a very miserable business with a high staff turnover rate. I integrated photography into my daily work and use the images for marketing and other work, not least project reports. Even won an industry award for photography for it, along with industry awards for project design and management, which probably wouldn't have happened without the high end photography. Pentax K-1 with D-FA* and FA Limited lenses back then. Now it's Sony/Carl Zeiss.

@JohnPatrickWeiss Год назад

Steve- I’m a retired California police chief who found black and white art and street photography in retirement. It’s a great way to get out, experience the world, and find the beauty we often overlook. Thanks for your service, and happy snapping.

@paulhanson6008 Год назад

Enjoyed your comment Steve. An uplifting and inspiring insight into the world of a Law Enforcement Officer, working in a very challenging and stressful environment. I’m glad you found a “release valve” through the medium of photography😊

@paulhanson6008 Год назад

@@JohnPatrickWeiss Couldn’t agree more Steve. B&W photography, whether it’s street or just taking photos of the ordinary things is very rewarding. Photography as a hobby encourages you to get out and about and slow down and observe what’s around you. Very theraputic. Continue to enjoy your retirement😊

@nogerboher5266 Год назад

Photography as an industry isn't going anywhere. Everything from Fashion and Portraiture, Weddings, Events, Documentary coverage, Film and Cinema photography, all the way to things like Real Estate, Business and Commercial, Sports, Motorsports, Photojournalism... You name it... All of that requires actual cameras and tools, not phones and none of it can be recreated or made using AI... Photography will never die - and this goes especially for photography as a business, because people will always need photographs of real world and real time events, such as sports, motorsports, weddings, social events, people, celebrities, models, buildings, businesses and so on and so forth... All of that will always require a dedicated photographer and a dedicated camera, lens and tools for the job. Even if we ever get to the point where professional photographers are no longer needed, where we have humanoid robots taking pictures for us, photography will still be needed. Photography will never die. Can't say the same for AI generated mess or videography.

@OwenEDell Год назад

Oh man, this was powerful. Making the connection between photography and the human spirit is what we need to hear more about. I'm sure this was not easy for you, but the value is inestimable. "Thank you" is not good enough. Seeing this has been the high point of my day. Deepest gratitude.

@andrewknowles6731 Год назад

Adam, that was so moving and must have been very hard to film. so many things to say but I will keep it short. I recently went for a walk with my youngest son who really struggles to understand landscape photography. He asked me very bluntly why I did it given that social media is awash with images. I replied as best I could , I said I do it because I like how it makes me see the world. I think he then understood that its not all about the end result. The process, the skill required and the dedication to be in the right place at the right time is much the bigger part of why we do it. That will never die.

@MikeK-NIreland Год назад

Thank you, I really enjoyed your video. As an ex military man suffering from bad PTSD I can honestly say photography has literally saved my life. Take care of yourself big man. Mike, Northern Ireland 👍🍻

@kevinbaylon7660 Год назад

Thank you for caring and sharing your thoughts. Thank you for helping Derek, and for doing what you do here.

@photowalk.podcast Год назад

Powerful reasons why this thing we have, this thing we do, is special. What an important thought provoking film. Thank you for making it, and for the hope you bring photographers everywhere.

@bencoles2462 Год назад

This unexpectedly hit a nerve with me. I'm an ex-police officer, and worked with children at risk of serious violence (from gangs etc..all the stuff you know about too well). I left after a child was stabbed to death. A child I should have been able to protect but could not. The only thing that kept me sane after I quit was walking in nature, which some months later turned into a love for macro photography (and the first hobby I've ever really had). I have used it as a healing method, an obsession, and a way to block out the sadness. Really it doesn't matter to me how photography progresses (or declines). Nothing compares to going to my local nature reserve, taking pictures on my second hand camera with 7 year old macro lens, and taking some time to do what I love. I now work for the police again (albeit it in a different role) and try my best to do a great job, ensuring I don't forget the people I served in the past. I ensure I take time to go out to take photos, and no doubt always will. Thanks for sharing your story

@theaussieviking8555 Год назад

As a medically retired Officer from the long term impact of a serious assault, I do hear your struggle with PTSD. Going out in nature with the camera and either a birding lens or even a Macro one is more than just enjoyable, it's therapeutic. And working in your area of expertise takes a toll on everyone. My injuries forced me off the road into Intel, and stuff we knew but didn't have quite enough to shut down was like a bad Steven King novel or a Quentin Tarantino movie. It takes ages to purge the sickness out of the mind.

@peterfritzphoto Год назад

I'm with you, Ben. Landscape photography is tremendously therapeutic. We all need time in nature, and a camera offers the perfect 'excuse' to get out there.

@lukeadv Год назад

It is sort of amazing how therapeutic nature is. Being sad just shows you have a heart, good on you for caring and hope all is well.

@christophergodfrey3009 Год назад

I wish you knew how inspiring you are.

@bencoles2462 Год назад

@@christophergodfrey3009 thanks that's very kind :)

@bobcarroll1195 Год назад

So touching, Adam. Thank you for sharing from the heart. I turn 70 next month and have been imaging for 60 of those years. I say “imaging” because clicking that shutter stores a moment in time and space that I felt was worthy of remembering. Sometimes the image goes beyond my ego and connects with another human; I feel blessed if it does so. My hope is that passion will continue with one or more of my granddaughters. True photography will unabashedly continue!

@LisaFrostPhoto Год назад

Thank you for having the vulnerability to share your story. It's a reminder that in many ways we don't even realise we are fortunate - ways that sadly others are not - and not to take all that is positive in our lives for granted. I've been thinking lately about how much landscape photography can provide to us well beyond the images we take, and trying to articulate it in a way I can share with others. Thank you for giving me more to ponder. 🙏

@carlesmiquel Год назад

Thanks, mate. You JUST made me reconsider why I'm a passionate photographer and what I tell through my images. I thought I had no hope inside anymore. Thanks again.

@gregmolchan1202 Год назад

You're talking about value at the point I'm at in the video. I've had conversations with friends about this recently. One, a talented printer, relayed a story about Picasso. In brief, an admirer asked him to sketch her. He did. She loved it and wanted to buy it. He gave her a price. She was offended at the expense and replied that it only took him a few minutes to draw her. Picasso responded with something like, "No, that took me my whole life". I think we do well as photographers to remember the value of our work does not come down to gear, cost of printing, and tangible things. It takes us years to achieve what may seem effortless to others. Thanks as always, Adam.

@stefaanverlinde9726 Год назад

so true ...haven't had an easy life myself, photography is my escape and passion. thanks for this vlog

@cliffnieuwenhuis8638 Год назад

The end of your video was powerful but it's the beginning I'd like to comment on. I've been working in information technology for 20 years and although I've witnessed the exponential growth of computers and technology, I think your analysis of the situation is SPOT ON. Artificial Intelligence may continue to grow as a useful tool, but it will never replace artists and creative people.

@garyolson4996 Год назад

Your vlogs always inspire me, to see genuine emotion both happy and sad is a true breath of fresh air. Photography is always about the process of clicking the shutter. The weather, the light, the hike to get there, the sights and smells and thoughts. Getting out and living life with a camera with you. Nothing better!! You truly do inspire me, thank you for that🙏🙏

@govaire Год назад

Thank you Adam for always speaking from your heart. You are always such an inspiration.

@harrydeyong441 Год назад

One of the most informative and moving videos of any type I've seen in quite a while. You made many great points, and also, I can't imagine anyone could watch this without being touched by it. Have definitely subscribed.

@kenthall4207 Год назад

Thank you for sharing that story and your insights. This is one of the most impactful youtube videos I’ve seen. Congratulations on your life, your art, and mostly your caring person!

@davidjones8070 Год назад

This to me is what the meaning of human connection represents. You shared something that was painful and heartfelt. If you were my neighbor i think i would have a new friend for sure. Im a little older so much of the things on youtube are meaningless garbage with little value to my life personally. Thank you so much for giving me hope that someone like you still brings joy to shooting. You my friend are a gift to us all and thank you again.

@SpainBoy2 Год назад

That was amazingly touching. Robin Wong calls photography "Shutter Therapy." I really believe that it is! Connection to other's lives brings such trauma. It's no wonder we are drawn to open and empty spaces for comfort. Thank you for your channel and sharing your story.

@johncharlesgray4913 Год назад

I love that phrase of Robin's - I have adopted it myself. It is so true. And no changing technology will take that away!

@jerrymarshallphotography Год назад

Wow, what can anyone say after a video and story like that. Adam, you are a joy to watch and learn from. Your life experiences are so genuine and engaging. Thank you for sharing this deeply personal story and showing us a personal side that we don't always see on other channels.

@wimscheenen3535 Год назад

That was very brave to share this powerful but sad story on your channel. Whilst I was reading through your book the first time I received it I felt the connection between the story of each chapter and the photographs next to it; as you describe here. After watching this video I have to go back and immerse myself once again in your storytelling of words and photographs. Thank you.

@geoffstairmand3747 Год назад

Oh boy those messages hit me hard like a kick in the balls. Derek's story is a tragic one, which unfortunately in these times seems to be happening too often. What doesn't get heard though is those people like yourself who don't give up on people, see hope in the future and keep on keeping on. Later in life I learned that openly showing your love and emotions was to be praised not suppressed and the fact that some years later your re-telling of the story still affects you speaks volumes about you as a person. For those of us with a passion for being out there in the nature, taking images that we hope will convey to others the beauty that surrounds, gives a win-win - it is therapy for us and hopefully our passion will warm the hearts of others. Life is too short but I intend to enjoy the days I have left doing what I love, trying to fulfill a statement Joe Cornish once said "documenting for those not yet born".

@yukonchris Год назад

Adam, after starting this video, I began to write a comment about technology and sensor sizes and all that. Then I got to the part about Derrek. We all need to find meaning in life, and looking for the good that you can find in nature, and elsewhere is so important. I'm sorry for your loss and for the tragedy that ended Derrek's life. Thank you for sharing that, and for doing what you could to help.

@dannywillshaw2648 Год назад

So you had me in tears in this video. I'm sorry for your experiences. And yes, we all have things going on in our lives. I hope to give you some more of light that you speak of in the video. I now have a wife and a son, which would never have happened if it were not for photography. Through FB I met her. Through photography groups. And actually we attended the same school, though we didn't make this connection until later. We now live and work together as photographers, and were it not for this art, we might never have found each other. Much love from all 3 of us. X

@QuicknStraight Год назад

Nice to see a fellow ex-copper doing so well in photography. I'm only a keen amateur, but it's an enjoyable and satisfying hobby. You're so right about the shattering impact of seeing people you've tried to help lose their lives so senselessly.

@BarryHull Год назад

Adam, I've had your book for many months now, and continue to enjoy it. Thank you for such a great product. And these "future and meaning of photography" videos are your best. Always something to ponder. Thank you!

@carlreid4161 Год назад

Incredibly moving video Adam, I can see why you love photography so much and changed careers as these things take their toll. I’m sure the young man would’ve been appreciative of your taking an interest in his future and making a connection with him, and I think that’s what you are very good at connecting with people, I’ve enjoyed your videos in the past with Andrew, Charlie and Joe to name a few. Keep up the good work Adam.

@paulferguson1921 Год назад

Thank you Adam, you are a gifted communicator both visually and verbally.

@michaelhale416 Год назад

What a change in feelings from the start to the end of the video. Such a strong and personal message. Thank you so much for sharing. Peace be with you.

@cynical1952 Год назад

A strong, powerful message and thank you for sharing. Taking photographs is only part of the story and for me, who normally shoots wildlife, it's about getting out and embracing the wonderful effects of nature. I find it calming and relaxing and if I manage to get a few decent shots, that makes it even better.

@andrewlunn Год назад

This is a very very well thought out video and your touched upon many points so well. Good on you for your efforts with Derek. A sad & compelling story to have shared. I've watched your videos for years and this may be your best. Certainly the most thought provoking for me. Great work Adam

@AleRodrigues Год назад

What a wonderful video Adam, and full of emotion and various insights. Thank you for sharing it with us.

@jamesmonte9214 Год назад

Beautiful and touching video Adam, your humanity and strength of character shine through in your art. Keep up the good fight and continue to make this world a better place, one image at a time ❤️

@DanFox Год назад

A moving story, man. Thanks for sharing. And appreciate you sharing your optimism about the craft that many of us love!

@razorkid1525 Год назад

Going to add my experience. I have been helping businesses to sell more using photography, and they definitely see the difference when they stop using "junk content", the same format that everyone uses. This includes iPhone photos, as a well lit photo with a commercial look will always trump any point and shoot photo from any tech company. The slow transition from thinking "I can do it myself" to "I would rather have you take all our photos" only takes some feedback from their clients noting a difference in technical and artistic quality. The key to achieve this is to delve deep into photography and separating yourself from what everyone does. And this is all another reason why I love photography more every day.

@RandyPollock Год назад

I wish that people could experience the joy I find when I am out with my camera in the woods, I pray that you Adam will continue to find deep joy in your photography

@tstana Год назад

Such a kind and heart-felt video, it was great to see your honesty come through! Thank you for your constant messages of positivity; keep going strong, keep loving photography, keep being driven by it and keep driving others who can get your message!

@captinktm Год назад

There are not many pro's on YT that can express them selves and their photography as you do. I agree 100% that this is more or less the only way forward for us now. We must not only produce wonderful photos but also include the experience. Even after serving 22 years in the army I can only imagine the sh.t you have had to wade through. How you guys get over it and live normal lives is beyond be, but as you say photography is so completely absorbing that it takes us to a better place. Then of course we print our images and every time we see them we are transported back. Brilliant video Adam, one of your best.

@peterfritzphoto Год назад

You're a master at dissecting important issues, Adam, and this discussion is no exception. Thank you for this thoroughly human, engrossing and valuable video, mate. You have my utmost respect.

@phil-uh7or Год назад

Thank you so much for sharing Adam! Really touching but also providing hope on not only the artistic but also in some occasions therapeutic power of photography! This has helped in many ways! Thank you again for your honesty, passion and authentic message!

@brianfarrell3987 Год назад

What a magnificent video, Adam. Sometimes I get disillusioned seeing the slow demise of professional and hobby photography, the proliferation of throwaway photography in everyday life, AI etc. I always refer to your videos to give me hope again. Thanks!

@ianspicer1529 Год назад

Wow. You put a lot of soul into that Adam which, I found profoundly moving. Thank you for sharing and indeed the many years of fabulous content & shared knowledge .......here's to the many yet to come!

@scotty4418 Год назад

I remember reading about this in your book Adam and could feel the emotion coming through your words, so I can appreciate the challenge this would have been putting into your video today. Hopefully Derek had the chance to share his encounters with you with someone who knew him be it family or friends and they could see the positive impact you made in his life.

@JerryC25 Год назад

This is terrific. Thank you. You're a great man.

@dominichiatt7640 Год назад

What a fantastic video. Heartfelt and touching

@asafnisan Год назад

Great commentary on the prediction section. I really like the positivity you convey and I do agree with the points you made, especially sticking to the principal that humans come first.

@timothycalderwood5695 Год назад

Well done, Adam. I really like your philosophical approach to life and photography. Please keep up the good work and keep inspiring to keep moving forward!

@dennisoommen Год назад

My first time watching your channel. As a passionate ( but lazy & time constrained person ) - you struck so many chords ! Absolutely LOVED your insights, reflections and philosophical approach about photography and why that will always last. Respect ! Subscribed.

@Twa-Dags Год назад

Powerful, sad and hopeful all together. Thanks for sharing that story, Adam

@timreade6315 Год назад

Wow Adam! A powerful story. Thank you for sharing. Very brave of you to be so open and vulnerable here. I hope you continue to find purpose and inspiration from this experience. All power to you.

@slymar66 Год назад

Adam, thank you for being such an inspiration!

@alpharho_photo Год назад

Thank you for sharing, Adam. It is indeed a hopeful message and brings down to earth how fortunate we are and how photography will remain irreplaceable as long as it continues to be the outlet to our emotions and creativity.

@JohnDoe-ws5iv Год назад

I love your videos and always look forward to watching!! Keep up the great work!

@loufonolleras5544 Год назад

Thank you for this Adam…I needed to hear it. ❤

@BryanDorr Год назад

Powerful and touching story about Derek. You also nailed it about content saturation. Our brain can only take so much, not only about how much content we can take in, but also how many websites and apps we can manage. Thank you for sharing, Adam.

@gary.kenyon Год назад

A great watch with wise words and lovely photos as always. Gosh that was deep at the end. I am am very sorry for your loss with a young man that you were helping out. Very sad indeed. I hear what you say about getting out there, creating art via photography and clearing your mind of worries. Take it easy Adam. Love your pics and videos.

@davet3530 Год назад

A moving and heartfelt video beautifully illustrated by your wonderful images. I hope you continue to love what photography brings to you. Photography as a medium continues to evolve but as long as we continue to photograph with our hearts , it will always give back to us what we invest in it. All the best to you Adam.

@rullrichwebde Год назад

What a great and moving plea for photography, far away from the usual megalomanic must-have-the-newest-gear stuff you normally find on youtube. I really really liked it!

@steveknightmagic4099 Год назад

WOW, the words you said in this video hit the nail on the head on so many levels, thank you for a very inspiring message, again on all levels.

@angelaoneill51 Год назад

Such a story and powerful message about the benefits of picking up a camera and immersing yourself with “your” photography. There is no better way to escape from the reality of life and to find peace, even for a short time. The images we take are a reflection of ourselves and how we see the world but as you say, their value to us goes much deeper. Long live photography. Thank you Adam for reminding us of this.

@robertwhitemoto Год назад

Seems Vero has slowed down lately... spot on as usual Adam! As I learned being a foster parent, you can't control the outcome, you can only focus on the good you provided for a time in these kid's lives, the rest is in God's hands. Thanks for this Adam.

@MaliDaviesPhotography Год назад

I’d been watching this video and tweeting retweeting from the first half, agree with Adam. Then like a ton of bricks, the reality of life and dealing with it, my heart dropped like a rock. Your book makes it clear about why and the reasons you made a change in your life, this surprise change and emotion in the video also shows how wrong things can be and how we need to change to make it right! Even if it’s just one thing at a time it is better than nothing. Big love to you Adam, profound. Crying and feel so sad.

@ScottRae Год назад

Thanks Adam. Sounds like you needed to say it as much as we needed to hear it. Thanks so much for sharing that, and you're right - out of that brings perspective, meaning and hope!

@henryrogers5500 Год назад

Thank you for such a nice video, your informative insights and for sharing your heart about your dear friend Derek. He was fortunate to have you for his friend and I'm sure you feel the same about him. I shoot both film and mirrorless digital, primarily as a hobby. I had the thrill and pleasure of photographing a lovely young couple in a beautiful park for their maternity shoot. I took three cameras with me. My Nikon F, for b/w 35mm film and two mirrorless cameras. We all had the time of our lives having so much fun and thankfully, the photos turned out fantastic! They were so appreciative, which is priceless to me. What a privilege it was sharing their special time in their life!

@bobmcdonald4834 Год назад

A wonderful video, Adam. And thank you for sharing your very moving perspective. I shall appreciate my own photography efforts more deeply myself now. Thank you.

@hughmccann7414 Год назад

Ooh Adam, powerful stuff for you to deal with. Thank you for bravely sharing your experiences of being a cop. Service life is always a tough routine and the characters we meet along the way can sometimes show us the real meaning of humility. Your message of hope -not just for photography- has certainly struck a chord. Respect!!!

@thesisunatorpodcast6850 Год назад

Thanks for everything Adam! You've taught me so much. I'll always be greatful for your work and the effort you've put into teaching me editing and composition. You're a great man. If you're ever in the US look me up!

@canuckdon Год назад

Well-spoken, Adam. Your passion is inspiring and is certainly seen in these excellent examples of your images. Thank you.

@raymondludlow5970 Год назад

Thank you for sharing something so personal.. Thank you personal connections are so important these days it is what makes us human and nowadays we need it more then ever

@AmorLucisPhotography Год назад

We create photographs to connect with the world - a moment in time and space, a feeling, an experience, a relationship. We then print and share those photographs to connect ourselves with others -- to share those feelings, that moment, that experience. Thank you, Adam, for connecting with us and sharing this story. Like others, I was moved to tears. “Only connect! That was the whole of her sermon. Only connect the prose and the passion, and both will be exalted, and human love will be seen at its height. Live in fragments no longer.” - E.M.Forster - Howards End.

@simonsenkim2842 Год назад

Keep it going Adam. Your channel is one of the most authentic on You-tube, and you are an amazing photographer and storyteller.

@julieduncan4075 Год назад

Agree completely! Photography heals. Thank you. ❤

@SilvaResman Год назад

Thank you for sharing this story!

@paulnesbittwildlifephotogr4861 Год назад

That is the best u-tube video's i have ever seen it tick's all the box's for me. Thank you Adam for sharing all the continence with us all.

@JasonChambersPhoto Год назад

An incredible post Adam, I relate to an awful amount of your content and general thoughts on life. I'll bump into one of these days and when I do I'll shake your hand. Keep up your incredible work. 😀

@banditoo7 Год назад

As an ex long service Constable myself here in New Zealand, I can totally relate to your experiences. I use photography as a creative outlet, but also escape. Thanks for sharing your story.

@AdrenalinePitStop Год назад

Agree with absolutely everything you said and you said it very well. Thank you for standing up for us and what an emotional story, you sound like you was in the force for all the right reasons. Thank you and god bless ❤

@andreaspetershtc Год назад

Thanks for sharing that emotional story. I watch your videos for quite some time and and your thoughts are always interesting to listen

@barnaclewatcher4060 Год назад

Thank you for the heart felt story...

@AlohaMichaelDaly Год назад

Wow. I dont know why this video popped up on my feed. Its sure turned out to be a beautiful and tragic roller coaster. I loved all you spoke about and the images you create. Derik’s life was not wasted.

@Firstmanphotography Год назад

Indeed. Thanks Michael.

@Argolich Год назад

Very powerful. Thank you for sharing. Much love and respect.

@TheSynthnut Год назад

Thank you for sharing. Humanity, humility, emotion, empathy, vulnerability, all things that make your photography what it is.

@TryingtoLearntheuke Год назад

Another very moving video Adam. I always appreciate your approach to your messages.

@andymcgarty3099 Год назад

Great video, agree 100%. Long may you keep taking great images and creating very watchable videos.

@CarolinePicking Год назад

Thank you. I was very moved by that. It also made me reflect on how important the natural world is in calming life’s troubles. I was always going to go for landscape photography (even though I’m fairly rubbish at it!) It’s the being out there, surrounded by beauty that matters much more than my ability to capture it well. My camera is so often what makes me get up and go out there. *hug*

@spinback72 Год назад

Top bloke. Top ethos 👊. After a string of failed relationships, one of which was a marriage, I got into photography. First on my phone, ending up as I am now with two main cameras and a small set of lenses. Nature and photography saves me, over and over. Really appreciated this video and your viewpoint. Thankyou 🤗

@iphoneography Год назад

I understand this idea that 'people become obsolete', but I'll put this to you - I've been building websites since the late 90's, then moved onto WordPress and have been a WordPress professional for the past 15+ years, but here you are, along with other photographic channels, pushing Squarespace, which in effect, reduces the number in my field, and in the near future [dare I say] will make us developers obsolete. If you are concerned about photographers becoming obsolete, perhaps consider what you push onto others may one day make another profession obsolete.

@tirrofa Год назад

Bless you Adam, keep your faith going whatever it is.

@marie-maximebeauregard9236 Год назад

❤ Thank you for sharing that story!

@andreismirnov2224 Год назад

What a great video! Thank you!

@Chris-NZ Год назад

Hi Adam, that was truely moving and articulated views about the meaning of photography at an individual level that I’m 100% in agreement with. Excellent Sunday morning thought provoking piece . Cheers from NZ 😀

@seawalcker Год назад

You are a good man, Adam! Thank you!

@mikebreazeale2563 Год назад

Wow! I am so sorry Adam. Prayers to you and Derrick. You are a great man and did what you could because of that. Peace Adam and thanks so much for sharing...

@PaulTakesPhotos Год назад

Good way of presenting the topic. I have the same with social media. It takes away the focus from what i love doing which is freezing time pushing the shutter button and creating a little visual record of time

@washingtonradio Год назад

I find going out with my camera on a walk or hike means I am more likely to pay attention the scenes around me and maybe take a couple of photos. It's the journey of going out, finding a subject, taking the photo, etc. that is what makes photography important to me.

@sbai4319 Год назад

Thank you this video and for sharing the story of Derek. Photography is helping me to cope with some personal matters of my own. I really enjoy your channel The best light is reflected in your soul and your work. Let’s all keep looking for the light! Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺 Steve

@Ruscombephotos Год назад

Adam, That was such a moving video. I read the story of your work at London Fields and of Derek Boateng in your book a few months ago. It moved me to tears then and seeing you retell the story now had the same impact on me. I have been using Vero and now hardly ever post photographs on Instagram. I do post a few more on Twitter. Engaging with nature is a great healer whether I come back with a photograph or not. And seeing a red-tailed hawk perched on my balcony for 15 minutes one lunch time, earlier this month, was also just as uplifting an experience. I really love the philosophy you bring to your photography and I try and approach mine in a similar vein. When I no longer worry about the likes, or lack of them, I find my photography so much more fulfilling, even when the photographic results are not so great. If we all steer clear of the BS, the world is a better place.

@JackieDElia Год назад

Really enjoyed what you shared. It resonates with me and confirms my feelings about the future of digital content. Completely agree on NFTs. You’ve inspired me to dust off my printer and print the photos I’ve taken that I love. Photos are a way of documenting our connections in a very personal way. For me I’m slowing down, taking better but less photos and resisting the overwhelming need to continue upgrading my gear.

@justanothernoobe Год назад

So sorry to hear of your loss re. Derek - but glad that he was able to meet someone like you who was able to show him an alternative way of life to the dark and murky proposition he was used to. I'm sure you helped him to leave this place as a better person. Your humanity will show in your photography. Don't ever shy away from that.