I just wanted to mention, I’ve had a drone for about a year now, and I’ve been spending a lot of time over the last several months watching tutorials on getting better footage and whatnot. I’ve noticed that I’ve gradually narrowed down the list of channels to just a few, and yours seems to be the one I’m enjoying the most. I really appreciate your presentation style, as well as the topics you cover. I’m learning a lot, and using my drone more and more to practice what I’m learning. Please keep doing what you’re doing, the way you’re doing it. I’m sure I’m not the only one that is benefiting tremendously from the content you’re providing us with, and having a ton of fun with the process. Just wanted to take a moment to say thanks!
Austin you made my day brother. I work 7 days per week on these playful little tutorials. Super passionate about sharing the joy i get from these little flying bastards. I’m working hard to make this a full time income so I can travel to better locations and even collaborate with some of my creative mentors so I can make better content. Congrats on your journey with these flying creation machines! I’ll check out your channel now.
You’ve got some great tips and I really appreciate your approach to connecting with your audience. I’ve tried building my channel RU-vid channel by creating personal travel videos but with the tips you provided, hopefully that will only enhance my creative ability and cinematography skills.
Absolutely agree with all the things said before. Ted Nemeth is definitely the most talented and inspiring author who had taken the art of the flying camera to a new level!
I can't imagine you flying two drones at once in an airspace that looks like it is filled with hazards, e.g. trees and power wires, and taking some difficult shots at the same time. How did you pull that off? Beyond that, you packed a great deal of food for thought in a short video. Thank you for your effort.
Yeah, seems like the way he did it, was to not really fly both at once... Mini 2 was only used for 1 particular shot and stayed in place, while the Mini 3 Pro was used to capture all the action and for moving around and panning purposes... then just hit RTH on Both when done.... Pause when both are close, then land them 1 by 1...
Ted, I wanted to congratulate and thank you on your last several videos. You have removed the cursing and yet you are even more educational, humorous and helpful. You've lost nothing and gained improvement, story telling and for those of us who are distracted by cursing, you help us out and bring us joy. The other part of the audience does not miss it so this is a win-win-win. I thank you sincerely for all you do.
Danny I listened to your advice. And thanks for the kind words about my episodes lately. Man I’m really trying hard to make this RU-vid thing my full time income. But theres just so many talented people on RU-vid now its really hard to get views if you’re not pitching the latest gear. It’s hard to get people to click on a video about lighting or composition! F**k!……ha kidding. Thanks for being a valuable part of the community here.
@@TedNemeth Ted: I'm sure you have figured out that RU-vid is a game. If they favor you, they will feed views to you. if they don't, you can't get ahead. I can say this and I'm blowing nothing up your skirt. you deserve many more thousands of views than you get. Your content is A+. What you give for free has value and I would like to say if you hang on you'll get paid, but sadly, you are right. The gear review guys who get all of it for free are promoted selling snake oil and lies. So what do you do? If you love what you do, you'll keep doing it. So I know you'll continue as you can't fake what you bring. I have my own small channel and it covers the things I like. If I did it for money or views, I would have stopped a decade ago, but I do it because I enjoy it. Wish I had better news for you. Oh well, I will keep looking and watching and recommending. Take care and happy travels.
Ted is impressive for his engaging delivery as for his cinematography skills. While the train footage looks so simple, it is cleverly thought out, and the result is truly emotional.
Ted, I just don't think I'm intelligent enough to articulate just how inspirational you are when it comes to giving me the confidence to try out more with my drone. I've said it before, but you really are a Tedgend. Another great film, Sir, thank you.
ahh man you’ve been leaving incredible messages for a while now. You are my caffeine to keep going. This RU-vid game is tough! I make about $800/month. And I spend 100% of my time making these goofy little tutorials. So the only tangible reward are the incredible comments like yours. I bow to your good graces my friend.
Thanks Ted! You just validated my penchant for returning to the same spots multiple times to try to get what I feel are the right shots! Purposeful repetition makes for the best content and improves the skills. I’m hoping to get better content this way. Great stuff my friend!
You communicate very well that some of our most valuable and effective tools aren't those that can be ordered online. Vision, patience, and persistence are those tools. Thanks, Ted!
Ted. First I want to say that I really do enjoy your videos and your wonderful take on the art of cinematography. I appreciate your point of view and your unique take on the art behind using the flying camera that is a drone. You have a fresh and unique perspective that we all need to see. I need to say though, that for me, your message for this video was lost when your started flying two drones at the same time. As a Part 107 remote pilot I know that is against the law as it violates Section 107.35 Operation of multiple small unmanned aircraft. That section states that “A person may not manipulate flight controls or act as a remote pilot in command or visual observer in the operation of more than one unmanned aircraft at the same time.” I firmly believe that it is the responsibility of all content creators that are flying drones to obey the laws and not risk ruining the sport and art off of flying drones for the rest of us. I love your content and want to see you continue, but breaking the law and posting a video of you doing so is not sending the best message to your viewers. Because you do it, people will think they can do it as well, and someone will get in trouble with the FAA because of it eventually, even if you don't. Your footage for this video could have still been caught if you just added a second remote pilot to the mix to capture the video from the second camera. That would have had the same result, but stayed within the bounds of the law.
You always manage to inspire me. After watching your videos l want nothing more than to send my drone up in the air and practice some of the things l have learned, but the problem l am having is that my drone is in Iceland, and l am stuck on the boat off the coast of Oman. It is obvious how much hard work you put into all your videos, so I hope people will show their appreciation by supporting your channel in some way. Keep up the good work 😊
@TedNemeth fishing. l am working on a big factor ship. I was fishing off the coast of West Africa for 19 years, and l have been here in Oman for 4 years 😀
I held my breath when you put both drones into the air. Are you trying to give me heart palpitations? I see I have a few of your latest videos to watch. I'm smitten with your new format. I'm inspired today to plan more my flights, not only to fly and train the muscle memory to operate the drone. Thank you for showing the whole editing process. Your train story made me feel nostalgic. And thank you for your beautiful comment on permaculture.
Ted, my friend, you are truly inspirational ! Absolutely NAILED that train clip by using 2 drones. Now who would have have thought of that? I have been putting the distraction reduction techniques into practice lately. Thanks a million.
right on! we have chosen a very complicated hobby. If we want to actually improve the footage we have to intentionally keep simplifying everything to keep focus on practicing the craft itself. So guys LOVE buying accessories and getting lost in all the specs and settings. That’s their thing so they enjoy that particular aspect of the hobby. Everyone is different. But for me….I love the challenge of crafting better footage with lighting, subject, storytelling. Cameras are just tools to help achieve that. Thanks for watching and letting me know my playful little tutorials are helpful.
Man, my favorite part of the video was the water on the camera side of the train. The texture, the moody clouds reflecting. The train was great too, esp at 60fps. But the water really supported the train incredibly well! Interestingly, I've been eyeballing a train near me also over a bridge and water. Another great vid, Ted!
Patrick I really appreciate the support my friend. Yeah I’m thrilled with how that quick little scene turned out. Sometimes all the elements cooperate with you! The key to maintaining enjoyment/longevity with any hobby is to remain light hearted when everything in the scene works against you.
Awesome channel and concepts. I'm looking forward to sprinkling in a few flying camera shots into my wildlife videos just to rewire the viewer's experience. Thanks for simplifying.
oh wow. I just subscribed to your channel. I’m very interested in Costa Rica. I started to research some charities there to work with. Planning a trip at some point. Please send me an email so we can connect off YT. Many thanks! Ted@FilmingOptimism.com
Brilliant Episode Ted. That actually made me smile when you showed the final result 👏. Love the style of these videos. Subtle zoom ins when your speaking and leading lines. Great work Amigo 👍🤟
@@TedNemeth haha yeah I saw. A rainy Saturday at pier head in Liverpool. The epitome of grey boring sky. Love the way your style is developing buddy. Your doing a great job!!
Ted, again and again: I cannot pronounce enough how valuable your content is especially for beginners. If people looked for drone content on RU-vid the last few weeks they probably didn't get rid of the feeling that more than 90 % of the content are about all the nice new features of the DJI Mini4 Pro. But let's be honest: in the light of your tutorials about cinematography most of these features become so overestimated. And let's face it: if we watch a drone video, we don't see if it was made whether with the Mini2, Mini3, Mini4 . But what we see is good or bad videos. And the outcome barely depends on the technical aspects of our flying cameras. Ted, keep enlightening us👍🏼
Love this scene, so simple and compelling but a bit involved with the planning and setup. I think your winter work is great, Ted. I know it's not your favorite time of year but we should consider some of the benefits. While devoid of color, we also get nice even lighting for ground subjects on cloudy days, long warm shadows on sunny afternoons and best of all the most colorful sunsets at a reasonable hour.
When I see a Ted Nemeth video posted, I watch it. You’ve got a great template to your episodes and the content is great. Some of it I know well already, but it’s so good to remember what is most important. By reinterating the key rules and making them a default in my mind, the creativity comes naturally. I always look forward to my dose of inspiration from you. Keep it up.
thank you Professor! Man I’m really trying to find my style/voice here on RU-vid. Getting a little better, but it still takes me forever to make these dang things. Like over 80 hours per episode because of idea generation, script writing then shooting and editing. Dang. But I guess I’ll get a little faster/better over time. Thanks for being part of our FLYING CAMERA CREW Klaus.
@@TedNemeth I know the feeling. Since September my other work has had to take priority over my channel which is a bad idea I know. Gotta pay the bills. The other jobs make the YT hours hard to find. I’m going to make a sacrifice in December for the channel. (One of the jobs HAHA) Long hours are always worth it when you receive positive feedback as a reward. Especially if it’s something you love.
Had many drones so far. When I’m not actually flying, drones were a fun way to to be in the sky. These videos bring actual out of the box new tips. Thanks. It’s refreshing. 🤙🏻🤙🏻
@@TedNemeth and succeeding. Only complaint. I’ve seen all the videos a couple times now lol. Looking forward to the next upload. Would also be interesting if you randomly posted little videos with just music you put together. I really appreciate the artistry. Your family’s proud!
Really liked this episode. Generated several ideas on how to shoot a couple of places. I don’t have a second drone but really liked how you used both drones together. As always…looking forward to your work.
I just found your channel! You have brought me back to the joy and the art of drone photography. Dude, love your passion and your delivery. Stay being you!
THAT……is why I do this. I bow to your good graces. Welcome aboard my new friend. So is there a specific topic you would like me to cover in an upcoming episode?
Once again, educational and inspiring. Love the emphasis on cinematography and creativity rather than on the technical aspects of videography and flying . . .
Charles I appreciate that my friend! These boring topics of composition and lighting don’t get lots of clicks on RU-vid but I try to make them interesting and playful. Thanks for watching
Amazing content! I love how you focus on the substance of the photography and cinematography rather than the technical gimmicks and the latest BS features of the drones.
@@TedNemeth Thank you, indeed for a long time but not enough time, energy and knowledge to create something remarkable despite having tons of opportunities to take amazing footage. I hope with your inspiration and guidance I might finally create something nice.
Awesome work Ted. It's mid Spring going into summerin Melbourne, AU so I have a lot more sunlight because the days are getting longer. Thanks for all the tips.
Thanks my friend. Love your vision. You have made my batteries last so much longer when out shooting with my drone. You've made me love my drone so much more.
Excellent video Ted. I bet Ansel would have given you a thumbs up for your Black and White Drone footage. You have a wonderful and entertaining way of imparting new knowledge that you have gained to others. Well at least to me for sure. I was wondering what I was going to do with my Mini 3 Pro now that I have purchased the Mini 4 Pro. Previously when I had purchased a new DJI Mini I would pass on the previously one to one of my adult children so that they and their kids could experience the joys of flying these little mini drones. I have run out of Mini recipients. This video has convinced me that it would be a good idea to keep two minis for myself as one never knows when a shot requires more than one mini. Thanks again for your videos, Bob P.S. LumaFusion ROCKS.
Man, I can't believe you scored a quote from the Dalai Lama! You must really be connected! Great advice, as always. Thanks for giving me something to work on this winter.
wow….you live near an incredible RC track. I used to race off-road & on road RC cars about 15 years ago. I had sponsors and all that. Super competitive. I absolutely loved it. I still watch the pro races every week here on youtube. Thanks for finding my channel and the kind words. -hello from NEW YORK
This is such a great beautiful video, with really impressive editing, and I just learned so much with you, thank you for giving us such a beautiful, clear, and full-of-information video, I absolutely enjoyed it
I laughed out loud when you thought you spotted the fornicators by the tracks. I thought the same thing until I watched it again and thought what the heck was I thinking? My wife paused the TV and asked what I was laughing about. I'm crying! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Loved the end result, Ted. What I got out of it is that videos are better if Pamela Anderson is your subject?
Hey Ted, I’m new to your channel and I have to say….I Love Your Content!! I’ve been watching all your content over the last two days and it’s refreshing to hear from someone who has new concepts and views. Most of these guys on RU-vid are telling you the exact same thing!! So I like how you buck the trend. I’ve just made an Amazon purchase and I used your link to do so, and moving forward I will continue to do so. I’m assuming that you know im also subscribed now and will share your channel to other. Be honest and true to your channel and I’m sure you won’t be living out of your backpack for long !!!! lol
@@TedNemeth I’m just north of Detroit 30 miles. Yea I just mess around with RU-vid, nothing like you sir !! I’m glad that I could help, I like it when someone comes with new and fresh ideas!! My wife and I were in Cali a year ago( I believe that’s where your based ) and omg I was blown away at how beautiful it is.
HI again. Thanks for subscribing to my humble drone/Scottish hiking channel! Much appreciated. This advice is excellent and, as you indicate, serves well for simple camera photography as well as for cinematography with drones. My hike today was a 'no-fly' outing due to wind levels at height (800m) for my Mini 3 Pro. But on the plus side I spotted a interesting feature ("Green Well of Scotland" weird name!) and rock-lined river alongside, just itching for me to return on a sunny (or at least bright) day. Thanks . I look forward to watching more of your tips. ATB...Terry
Terry welcome aboard Sir! That would be a dream to hike Scotland one day. Perhaps we meet up one day and do that. Would love to research my ancestry there too.
Hey there! I saw a comment you made on the Nate Black channel, so I came over here to see what your channel is all about. I'm planning to buy a drone and get into drone photography within the the next few months. So I have subscribed. Cheers! 🌞
Nancy! this is amazing. Nate gives very thoughtful advice. He goes more into the psychology of why channels grow. I kinda have a parallel to that with my content. I focus less on gear and specs and more on the art of how to creating better footage. Well it’s exciting you’re getting your first flying camera! Please tag me when you post. Would love to see. Welcome aboard.
Well, I don't have a channel yet (next summer, I hope). But I am a big fan of the Foresty Forest channel, and he is a master of drone photography from mountain tops in the beautiful Canadian Rockies. If I can do something with drones even 1/1000 as well as he does it, I will be totally satisfied. Lots to learn on my part, but I am looking forward to viewing your videos to help me get there!
Steve i really appreciate you being a member and supporting the channel here. IT REALLY IS THE REASON I can do this full time. In a few months I can afford to return to traveling so the content will get much more interesting. Thanks again Steve.
I always learn from you. You have a great teaching style. I have the original mini and the 3 pro. I just got back from Phillipines, so beautiful and I couldn't do it justice. I need to practice more and watch more of your videos
ahhh man the Phillipines is near the top of my list. How long were you there? And thank you for the kind words my friend. Thank you for being part of our FLYING CAMERA CREW
@TedNemeth only 10 days. Going back in December. Hopefully better trained to be able to capture the beauty. It was amazing. Any tricks to filming waterfalls?? Thanks and glad to be a part and a student
@@TedNemeth Hi, Ted. Loving your videos. I wish that I'd found you a few months ago. I only started my cinematography journey (literally and figuratively) 3 months ago. Even in that time I feel that I've progressed in my 'skills'. Though I do think that at some point I'll go back and film some of my older subjects again. One thing that I was going to ask you for advice on was the best way to do 'one-shot' videos, which is my style and preference?
@@TedNemeth good man, still hanging onto the end of what im going to call an 'Indian' summer. getting out on construction sites before they all start slowing ready for the Christmas break.
✨Gorgeous episode, Ted! ⭐Sending biggest like possible👍🏻😀 BTW: Last year we visited Steve McCurry exhibition in Zürich and it was outstanding. The picture of a man saving his sewing machine was my most favorite one, and one with the train in front of Taj Mahal I bought as a poster 😀Glad to see we share the same aesthetic values 👍🏻
yes! the old man and the sewing machine is amazing. The total destruction and despair when flooding like that hits a poor village….yet that old man seems to have a truly genuine smile. I love that shot. And the other shot you mentioned is EXACTLY the other shot I was studying. Look at how perfectly the steam stays low and doesn’t block the subjects and the Taj so perfectly faded yet present in the background. That took tremendous skill and patience and probably weeks of trial and error. Thanks for sharing Jaroslav.
@@TedNemeth Exactly! Such a timing and composition is hardly part of the pure luck. I like your idea of winter exercises, Ted. I will try few more trains on bridges and boats/ships as a form of exercise and composition. Welcome to the world of trainspotting! 🚂🚃🚋 I also wanted to try some timelapses with the drone - I never did one yet, despite that I like them on the ground a lot :)) BTW: that can be idea for your tutorials as well - timelapse with the drone.
I’d love to get these kind of shots at a local classic railway but they are really strict about drones flying over it, they have warnings on their website about it so I’ll have to get creative lol, I think drone law is stricter here in the UK so I’ll have to be careful 🙄
Cory I appreciate that my friend! This episode was a lot of work. Please let me know if there’s any specific topic you’d like me to cover in an upcoming episode.
Another great video Ted - cheers man, you never fail to deliver a pocket sized dollop of inspiration. Could you do me a favour and post a screenshot of your settings some time please - would just be curious to know who you've got things set up (cine and normal mode).
Thanks man i really appreciate it. Trying to forge my own style. Hey you’re into RC off-road vehicles? I used to competitively race off-road and on-road RC cars. I was obsessed for about 10 years. Had sponsors and all that crap. Seems like the hobby is really growing.
