Your Photography needs a Change (a thought for makers) 

Dear Sean, thank you for everything you're sharing with us here. It's not only about photography, it's about life, philosophy and all the little things that matter. You keep giving me inspiration and hope for a better future and a better me. Thank you.

There is so much power in your vulnerability, and that fact that you are transparent about it is a gift to all who watch. Thank you!

How brilliant is this guy! At 53 I am trying to find my own voice in Photography and Sean is helping me in so many ways. How I wish our world had a handful of people like Sean. Making a difference into our lives living thousands of miles away. I am a big fan from Bangladesh.

It’s crazy that I don’t think I have ever looked at your photos. (No offense) Your philosophical angle to life and photography is what I am here for, and you nailed it again. This is definitely my favorite channel to watch to challenge my perspective. Your videos are always moving and inspiring Sean! Im thankful for your channel.

This vlog is the epitome of importance of remaining true to oneself. “Be humble to your weakness always and your inner strength shall prevail” That lonely drive up north has done you proud Sean, kudos to you 🙌

Thank you so much Sean. I have just had a tragic loss in my life and am an empty shell now. I did not think I would pick up my camera again. At least I did not know when. But I might have been able to draw from the pain and have just this week taken my camera out of storage. I suppose that it may become a form of therapy as well. My life and circumstance has truly changed as you speak of. Always an inspiration Sean, and I thank you. Ed.

Sean the whole reason I subscribed to you so many years ago is because you brought so many life lessons to the channel. The artist in you is deeply rooted in your experiments, your experiences, in your work, and in your sharing with others!!!! As I watched and Listened to you today I feel just as inspired by your indelible spirit now as I ever did before!! I embrace the wisdom you are living and sharing with all of us!!

My favorite YT channel. Really keep me moving forward. More than just photography. As a human.

Thank You Sean for sharing, caring and motivating us. Really inspirational

Learn to embrace the suck… this is how we grow. I love the question… if we only pursue what we are good at, then how do we become better at our art? Thanks for shaking my brain!

Dear Sean, This video spoke to me on many levels but most importantly Photograpically, Philosophically and Motivationally. I've spent the past 5 months in hospital for emergency neck vertebrate surgery then in a Rehabilitation facility learning how to walk again...using a walker and cane. I'm being released in 2 days and I've been contemplating how my new reality will affect my Photography Journey. The timing on my watching this video is one of Life's mysteries...but I believe Providential. Thank you for your experiences and sharing! BTW - just ordered Volume 5 to be shipped to me here in Japan!

This channel is so much more then just a channel about photography. Thx Sean!

I love your channel Sean. Amidst all of the online noise and brouhaha around photography, your channel is one of the most thoughtful and rich. A young archery student in Japan once asked his teacher how to perfect his archery. The teacher replied something to the effect that the student should strive to make himself perfect and then just practice his archery according to his own nature. Photography feels to me like an inexhaustible and lifelong opportunity for growth and learning. What it continues to teach me and what I learn about myself from it, makes my life all the richer. The visible results of it are just milestones on a journey, but the journey is truly the essential bit.

The photo with the girl running in the street at night really moved me. Thanks for bringing such a beautiful image to my life!

This was a good pep talk!! I’m leaving my art teaching position to go back to my original profession (or close to it), as a photojournalist, where change is constant and creativity is a driving force. And I’m moving too 😁 … Greece, here I come!! 💙🇬🇷

Sean, thank you. Adaptation and evolution drives us further. Happy that you are following your path. You are great

Sean your talks, your philosophy are so inspirational to me. "Wherever I go, there I am" - this came to me having just returned from a very challenging trip to the west coast of Scotland, definitely outside my comfort zone of woodland photography but definitely "embracing the suck". Once I realised this of my perspective of where I am I felt I could meet the challenge.

Great video as always. I just wish I had watched when you first posted it two months ago. Went to your collection page and clicked on your image of the bus. Read the quote and knew instantly that I needed to buy this book, since I have been struggling with inspiration for some time now. Thank you for continuing to make meaningful content.

Dear Sean, keep going on your own unique path. We like your work, no matter where you stand on the world. 💪🏽

Embracing the suck is what photography is all about for me. There are a few things I feel competent in and photography is most definitely not one of them. Weirdly I still enjoy it. But I constantly find myself having to fight through how bad I (think I) am at it. But pushing through that in a creative hobby means confronting my insecurities about myself as a creative. And if I can do that, I can push through a lot of other things.

Just ordered your book The Meaning in the making. Can´t wait…Thank for sharing life together with your photografy journey!

Sean, your the man in the world of photography RU-vid channels

Your video is really talking to me as i did important lifes changes that required me to move to a new area. I am currently rebuilding everything, and my photography as well. Thank you, it gives hope.

Those are wonderful images, you are a true philosopher and a fantastic teacher, true life lessons here. I wish many, many people would listen with an open heart and let live and changes transform themselves into better human beings, and more skilled and creative photographers/creators ultimately. Thank you 🙏🏽💚

Thanks for this. It is so easy to get caught up in the noise of the day, and not see that a "change" is what is needed most. Just to let life take you away. My wife and I call it the Gypsy Wind...and I can feel it blowing.

I love that you wear well textured clothing when you’re filming Sean. It’s that warm, cinematic visual look that I enjoy. As always, thank you for taking the time to make this. ✌️

The greatest thing I get from your videos is your perspective in photography and how it translates to that of your life in general. As a consummate introvert, I'm quite allergic to people in general, so portrait photography, and to a lesser degree, street photography, are right out as avenues for my artistic expression. So, I was glad to see that you've put yourself in an environment that exposes you to more landscape photography opportunities than can be found in London. Of course, your journey is YOUR journey, so what I'm looking for is irrelevant to that. But, I hope to see more videos in the landscape genre and hear your perspective as you progress in your development! Good luck to you on your journey!

One of the great things about travel is that you're often in very different scenes than you're used to. I get stimulated when I shoot in new places. I've got two trips booked this year already. My other goal is to shoot more architecture and urban photography near home. You're right, you can't get better and more comfortable at something if you don't do it.

Fair play Sean. Such honesty, bravery and frankness. Shame that fewer people speak with the candidness you portray. Looking forward to seeing how you explore the new world in North Yorkshire and how you tell those new stories. "It is better to travel than to arrive" could be said to apply these life changes.

Hello Brother Sean, as I mentioned when I started watching/following your channel 3-years ago, you're on a mission. Your photography remains stellar and it's certainly evolving --that a good thing. But, your overall mission is still greater and many of us appreciate you and your openness during your journey. God has helped you discover both a creative and beneficial method to touch souls from a different perspective. I ordered collection V. Peace be your journey.

I find that I crave change. I am always looking for new ideas, inspiration, and challenges. You're absolutely right about the repetition. It dulls your senses and vision. Thank you for sharing this my friend.

Sean, your words are uplifting even to those OUTSIDE of photography. Embracing change, reinventing yourself and taking on new challenges are all at the core of life itself. All the best to you, and looking forward to future videos.

Thanks because I started at 45 with something i never understood or imagined I had a passion for and now I am in the process of starting a channel change is always hard but when you do what you love nothing can stop that.

Great perspective as always, Sean! Another point to add is that those points in one's life where you lean into the change often become the pivotal moments upon reflection. It's always scary in the moment, but almost always worth it.

Somehow I missed this post a year ago. It's so helpful Sean, your narrative on dealing with change from a positive perspective! A person's skills can be transferred to a new endeavor, creative or mechanical, and that's what makes change so intriguing to me. Thanks again for ALL you do... Cheers!

Yes, so glad you are still trying to "show us how you see the world". Thank you Sean

Your philosophy is always one i have to come back to.not only helps my photography and filmmaking but even in life itself.keeps me grounded. Thank you

Sean was offline during the lockdown in part due to a tough period of dealing with all that was going on. On the other side of this, I too am seeking change so this video spoke to my soul and made me really emotional - I hadn't realised you moved either as I came off instagram. The thing that you have to know is that you hit a sweet spot where you give a kind of therapy with these videos - they're almost like mentoring and coaching. That is still there no matter what change you might be going through in your creative style - that seems to be part of your DNA and fabric of who you are in this space (maybe the priest is still there :-) although this too may change as you do. But that is what draws me to your content, that you share your journey so openly and encourage us all so freely. You're a great example of living the adage 'of there being enough to go around too. You're a safe space in this place and I come back here often for grounding. It also helps me to connect to my photography when I can bring my whole self to the camera (whoever that is) - and you help with that. Anyway! I've rambled but wanted to say how much you and your journey mean. Congrats on the move. P.s. I love the analogy embrace the suck (although I'd doubt you'd ever.) Those 'postcard' shots (as you call them) at the end were stunning. Your photography is very calming.

I shared this video with my MSc students starting a new semester and being challenged by me to change the way they think and approach problems (the course has nothing to do with art or photography). The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. One comment "This is just what I needed!". So thanks Sean, good luck and keep changing.

Infectious positivity. Thank you Sir Sean!

these new photos are awesome, they are different than your normal street photos but they still have that sean tucker "feel" to them. do what makes you happy and keep up the good work :)

Best thing for my personal photography journey has been completely changing my subject matter. From exclusively just shooting street photography now hiking fells and hills of the UK has been the biggest learning curve and challenging me to find compositions and subjects to suit my style.

Well done! There is a recurring resurgence in our photography and our lives. Survive the "suck"...

It takes great courage to grow. To step out of our comfort zones, to being again. It is so very important to stay curious in life. To see things anew. It's much more important to be interested than to be interesting. I find you are both, interested and very interesting. Thank you.

Great video, Sean. The shot of you sitting on the side of your loveseat, centered on the fantastic trio of portraits of your mentors, centered on the loveseat and end table, with your classic Rembrandt lighting, speaking so honestly about your views of starting over just draws me in and makes for some of the most enjoyable content I take in on RU-vid. I know the past year may have been tough on you, but you inspire so many people, me being one. I hope life is treating you well and I look forward to your next installment.

You've embraced the suck very well. Thanks for sharing. We can all do hard things and getting uncomfortable is one of them, one that I've learned to not only embrace, but to look forward to. That's where growth happens. Stay the course. Really enjoy your videos, Sean.

Great video. I am in the exact same place. I have been taking mainly action and motorsports photography over the last few years. With everything happening in the world many event I use to shoot were cancelled. I can honestly say I lost motivation in my photography until recently when I forced myself to go out and start challenging myself to try something new. Keep up the good work and as always love you videos. Thank you.

Always love to hear you preaching :D The english landscapes are pretty awesome. I kind of envy you, having it at your door doorstep. Enjoy your journey!

So very well said Sean, too many photographers get stuck in their ways, branding themselves this or that, then moan that what they usually shoot isn’t available or the wrong type of weather…then shoot something else, try something new, it can only make you a better photographer in your chosen genre should you have one. I have a passion for Street Photography, probably not everyone’s choice of Street Photography, or they would class as Street I should say but, who cares? Not me, I’m a hobby photographer that shoots most genres because I choose to, I choose to for me, not them or anyone else, just as you yourself do Sean but, it’s others that have the issue not us. Keep up the great work and keep doing what you do, for you ( and to put food on the table of course ). I’ll be picking up the new book soon hopefully, missed 1 & 2 but have 3 and 4.

I’m a photographer In the Blue Ridge Mountains. I’m not tired of it, but I’m tired of what I know the most, but… every time I go to the city I say “what am I doing here, I don’t know street photography.” I was literally there earlier this day saying that very thing. And here you are with the same (although completely opposite) message. Thank you

Sean, I appreciate your knowledge in and outside of photography and I especially appreciate your willingness to be fully human in exposure to your audience.

Embracing change can be difficult, but the challenge can also be exciting to see where it takes us. Embrace the suck! 👍🏼

I come here for the life lessons and get some photography information as a bonus. Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability Sean.

I think that many people, not just photographers, fear change because they are basically insecure in their lives. They depend on the familiar to remain grounded to a point that familiar settings and actions are a crutch. And, change isn't comfortable. Adapting to a new context requires work. Change is good. Without change we'd still be living in caves. And regardless of conscious change, we all change to some extent even in familiar situations whether for good or bad. So embracing change as a positive challenge makes us grow. Good video! I may share it in Facebook.

I’m planning a move from Sydney to Bangkok. And it’s not that long since I moved from Chicago back to Sydney. Every change of location has made my photography better, without question.

Photography is a constant learning experience and we cannot be expected to just churn out perfection every time. The process of constantly learning and improving is the whole point to photography. If we get good at a particular way of photographing and keep repeating it, there is no longer a challenge or a stimulus to keep moving forwards. Feel good about your photography journey and ignore the negativity form people who don't know you. They will be just as 'imperfect' as you are, probably more so.

Food for thought as always, Sean. Thank you. Enjoying reading your book👍👍👍

As i go through difficult change myself these words were gold to my heart. Thank you, Sean, for sharing your process and thoughts.

My photography was narrowing into a single niche and only the one genre I did the most stayed. But that also died with seeing the relevant people less often. I want a change, I got s new lens and I brought the camera with me every day for the past two weeks. I took it out twice and never looked for a shot. My current hope is a photography course I am taking at university, to bring in some assignments and new people. But it hasn't brought much yet.

Another amazing video. Thank you for continuing to share your journey and giving kernels of wisdom we can all use along the way.

Didn't expect the words you said in this video. You let me feel protected in a very funny kind of way, because I moved to Italy just two months ago. With my wife, my 3 months old daughter and our two cats. I was a wedding and astrophotographer, and we left everything behind. Our friends, our spaces, our house... It was, and it still is, tremendously hard for us, particularly for me because of my friends from the observatory, but the situation was really tough back in my country, so, we decided to receive some peace for our family and especially for our daughter. So, thank you for everything you said, it's good to know that we're not alone in this strange and sometimes sad feeling. I invite, at the same time, to see my astrophotography channel, Astrofotografia y café, particularly my Vlog challenge video. Again, thanks man, that was awesome.

Thank you for this. I couldn't agree more, and I enjoyed your book very much as well. I started taking skateboarding photos of my friends when I was 13. Then later for magazines in the 90's. When I moved to NYC to go to SVA for photography, I worked first at night for the NYPD taking crime scene photos. I assisted for years for a great studio photographer in the age of film that taught me more about the techniques and art of photography than any time I spent in school. I also assisted big fashion photographers and then later shot for a lot of European and American fashion magazines as well as a few campaigns. I shot bubble gum for stock agencies. I shot portraits for music and news magazines. Recently, I have started shooting the alleyways of my neighbourhood in the most clinical and repetitous way possible to see what comes of it. My point is that doing the same thing in photography over and over again your whole life, to me, is an absolute waste of all that photography has to offer you. As with any art form, to limit yourself to one single mode is really limiting all the joy and wonder and challenges that trying new things and getting out of your comfort zone and seeing what, through time and practice, you can bring of yourself to whatever facet of it you are pursuing. Thanks again man.

This is why you are in the very short list of RU-vid photographers that I watch these days. What a wonderful video, Sean. BTW, I really love your book. I read it cover to cover twice... and loved it both times.

I can’t stop saying “thank you” for all your videos

Collection V the best yet - great work Sean!

Love these images Sean! They feel intimate. I feel I am walking those streets myself and seeing those elements in passing that you seem that you just happen to have captured in your photos. Beautiful work 💚

those people criticizing your new work have their own personal issues they need to deal with. of course we should be open to criticism as an artist. but as you bring up often we should make sure we're doing things for the right reasons. and if it means anything, I'm with you for the ride. i feel like I've grown to know some bit of who you are and that is as valuable as your excellent photographs. i think we share a lot in common, and i love hearing your views and insights...

Evocative, inspiring and hopeful. Just what I needed. Thanks Sean

Dear Sean, I absolutely love your new prospective!

Thank you for this. I’ve been struggling with a different type of change. After an accident last year I went into survival mode. At first, I tried to be a good girl and push through the pain and trauma. Finally at the end of the year I started crying and didn’t stop for 4 days. At the end, I came out looking at a new future with hope and determination. Still haven’t talk a lot about the process on video or to friends, but I will. And for the record, I love the work you’re producing now.

Always come for the photos and stay for the heartfelt words.

You are a true artist Sean. If those images "suck" sign me up. Outstanding.

Really wish you all the very very best Sean !

Brother thank you for always being open and sharing your heart.. Your work is great and I believe it doesn’t matter where you go, GOD has given you a gift that goes beyond location. Yes of course we search out and sharpen our gift but brother you have it for sure. There will always be folks who don’t like what you do or was just use to something you did before, some of them mean harm and some don’t.. I want to say so much more brother but ultimately I want to say be encouraged and thank you!! Much love and GOD bless!!

Embrace the suck . . . . .gonna take that one forward with me. I work with people all the time who are facing change. I think this will help them in their journeys. Thank you for sharing this human wisdom.

Thank you for your inspiration and sticking to your journey with new challenges.

Hi Sean: I always enjoy your videos and thought provoking discussions on photography and life in general. During my 40-year working career Change Management was a integral part of my work experience and you either had the option to embrace change or let it consume you. I choose to be a paradigm pioneer and paradigm shifter vs being a causality of change. This has continued in my journey of photography. I welcome change in my photography and my post-processing endeavours. I find that helps to keep me young-at-heart. Please keep producing this wonderful content. This is important work. Cheers, Keith

Your timing with this topic is just perfect. Change is scary... and I think a lot of us have been going through a process of change especially in the past couple of years. I personally have struggled in embracing this change and figuring out what to do with it. Love your photos and your topics. Thank you for such amazing videos.

Thank for this video, Sean. In the city or the country, I enjoy your work. And Deep Natter is my new favorite podcast. Cheers from New Jersey.

You are right, change is scary or can be especially when unexpected but I have learned that change can be very good for one. One door closes, another opens and usually it all works out for the best. Really enjoy your photography Sean but also love hearing your philosophies and thoughts on life. Very inspiring. Thank you!

If I had not followed you till now , my first thoughts on watching this video, would have been that this is someone giving an inspirational and motivational talk about how to embrace change in life. Your words resonate truth , humility and humility. And as for your work, I love the photos of the new place you are living in now. Thank you.

It’s so true what you said about the tools in photographic tool box. It’s great to see your journey and inspire others at the same time

Embrace the change like you embrace your shadows 👌

I think you are absolutely right. I am so glad that you took the courage to experience photography as a deep breath of expression. : ))

The innate portability of your talent, your ability to discover through a new lens, is inspiring. As a photographer and writer, I admire your perspective on the visual world and on the humanity we struggle through. Thank you for your continued curiosity and for the courage it takes for you to let us tag along.

Hello Sir Tucker I believe the only constant is change and that change fit you very well another amazing video Thank you very much for the amazing work you do keep on going forget the noise forget the Haters forget the ones who did not believe in you a ought to stay keep moving keep changing the best is always yet to come. (Just bought collection V 😊 you should re edit the other collections for us who came late to the show ) Peace and love from Africa 🙏🏼

For what it's worth, my experience (age 75) fits your thoughts and expectations. Failure is honorable, not to try is reprehensible.

Embrace the suck… I really needed to hear this. Thank you for always inspiring us.

Thank you for the ever-flowing inspiring words! Also, thank you for the inspiring music to go with -- and for putting the details about it in the notes! That "Two" by Analog Heart is as heart-warming as it is motivational. Keep up the good work, Sean, keep on changing, always (or more realistically for the most part) for the better!

Leap and the net will appear. Get out and explore everyday, your work is amazing

I wish there was a Love button Sean. You feel like a friend to me. Great job!

Sean. You're at your very best in these perspective videos.

Excellent reflection on change. In these times of uncertainty many have had to change the way that they work, adjusting to fit “Covid Protocols”. Some have had to change careers while others change where they are doing their work. The point that change helps you grow and gives you the ability to contribute something different is very well recieved to me. Thanks for this very real discussion and perspective and resilience.

Spot on as always Sean. Perhaps a harsh truism, but, 'If one is not growing, one is dying." Change is inevitable, so why not consciously choose at least some of the changes we experience and embrace the growth that comes from those choices. Thanks for such a thought-full episode.

Great Sean! I needed this video!! Thank you!

Thanks so much for sharing. Your words apply to so much more than photography. Thanks for providing us with inspiration and much needed reminders.

Always love your work as well as your wisdom! Thank you, Sean, for putting such meaning into your work, both through your poetic thoughts as well as compelling imagery! Truly an inspiration!

It's videos like this that, not only am I happy to be subscribed to your channel, but I share with everyone I know because of how widely applicable and honest they are. Most excellent work.

I always really appreciate your videos and the messages you impart. I just ordered your Collection V and am quite excited to receive it.

For a long time, I really only made good photos while traveling. Familiar, pretty suburbia didn’t trigger much visual excitement. Worse in covid, of course. Flowers,( especially wintry wilted ones), local nature preserves for wildlife, small-city abstracts. Does sometimes get a little old. Loving your “Gateless Gates”.