4 Composition Techniques for Better Film Photos

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This week I'm breaking down the compositions of some of my recent favorite images.
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@shotbyglo4135 2 жыл бұрын

Please make more of these, I love your picture's they're aesthetically pleasing to the eye but can't always identify why. You breaking the shots down was super cool seeing how you process these.

@arrobavitoria Жыл бұрын

yesss

@3nvision06 2 жыл бұрын

I feel that for every photographer we make this decisions in our sub conscious. It’s interesting to break it down to each step.

@jamesrocket8838 2 жыл бұрын

I think your tree picture with the two tones; the left side with the warm sunset and the right side with the cold colours is definitely one of the best pictures I’ve seen recently. Love it.

@mk-ej9wr Жыл бұрын

That tree shot blew me away, the two temperatures present and being split by a tree. Amazing.

@RFranks 2 жыл бұрын

Really like the shot at 11:10, it looks like something out of the 70s with the sign outside and the chair covers but then you see that the cars are more modern looking. That's pretty interesting to me.

@fenet8717 2 жыл бұрын

!!it is

@kinglouiethethird 8 күн бұрын

your photos (and this video) are getting me back into photography... cheers mate

@JustinEspejo 2 жыл бұрын

LOVED THIS A LOT! thanks for empowering people like me to "take photos the way you want to" . Photography forums can be ultimately toxic with a lot of "seasoned" photographers dictating how a picture "SHOULD" look like. This on the other hand makes you feel otherwise. thanks for sharing!!!

@Chris-wz5zf 2 жыл бұрын

7:27 "Yo, are you guys good?!" Sabotaging his train of thought 😅

@causeand3ff3ct 2 жыл бұрын

Exquisite images, Willem. Thank you for sharing - been in a huge creative rut this year and the processes highlighted in this video definitely goes a long way in getting those creative juices flowing as I prep for a 4am photo-mission tomorrow morning. Big ups for the effort you put into your craft. Thanks for another year of inspiration and wishing you the best for the new year that approaches. Regards all the way from Johannesburg, South Africa.

@buttersdesignco 2 жыл бұрын

This definitely resonated in terms of being able to break the rules and do what makes sense to you when shooting. kudos to you for executing it flawlessly!

@cmncln 2 жыл бұрын

Willem your videos are always inspirational - I enjoy listening to you talking about the whole process of your photography, keep going!

@shotbybliss 2 жыл бұрын

I like to think of the rules such as the "thirds" as more of recommendations or starting points of composing, instead of strict rules. It can be very limiting to think everything has to follow the rules! And as you have shown you can create beautiful pieces while not following them. 💚

@jamesturner2914 2 жыл бұрын

See I respect this point totally, and it’s what I say to my friends. But I’ve found that by sticking quite strictly to some limitations such as the rule of thirds I become more creative with my subjects. It’s almost like music and chord choices, some people produce so much more with 3 chords than those who use 100

@ella-wg4du 2 жыл бұрын

I really loved the way you shaded the elements in the photos by blocking them with color, and visually making it easy to understand everything you were describing. Some great editing!!! I learned a ton about your style, and I found all the tips amazing. ❤️❤️❤️

@CoreenMazzocchi 2 жыл бұрын

The shot of the water tower through the jeep window is so so good, love the vibe of looking at the scene naturally.

@JackSmith-bb3gg 2 жыл бұрын

This was really insightful and I think it will make me feel more confident and free in picking my compositions.

@MacnTeensVisuals 2 жыл бұрын

Dope selection of shots Willem. Love your work so it's nice to hear your thought process at the time ✌

@eskadson Жыл бұрын

I love your work. You have such a keen eye for capturing a landscape's essence though the use of triadic color schemes.

@bradleybalsters2078 2 жыл бұрын

the way you light your talking shot is so good - balancing the key with the window light was genius and made a single-light setup so effective

@juliaelizabethritter6040 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve never thought about using color as a form of composition. Thank you for sharing your thoughts 🙏🏼

@joelhypponen 2 жыл бұрын

This was sooo super interesting Willem, loved this. Especially hearing the breakdown of those Svalbard images!

@sircitrus 2 жыл бұрын

willem verbeeck content is what i needed before going on a trip with my film camera next week!!

@alvarez228 2 жыл бұрын

A real inspiration, thanks for making this video Willem, it literally changed the way I will look at how I take pictures.

@lyfeofajet 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing the sauce Willem! You are amazing and I can't wait for the book to drop so that I can add it to my collection!

@BarringtonSmythe 2 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year Dude! Keep up the inspiring work. 👊🏼

@louisrimmer6544 2 жыл бұрын

Really useful tips! Also glad we got an update on Sunny Side - I’ve been waiting for it to come out!

@1inkedchick 2 жыл бұрын

Love this composition breakdown. Really looking forward to the book release! Thanks for all the great content!

@chrislesso7516 2 жыл бұрын

I love this! It's interesting to see the perspectives on how you shoot. Can't wait for on the sunny side of the street

@Pysees868 Жыл бұрын

This was a great video. Love your photos, they have a nostalgic feel without looking dated.

@gilevans1422 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. So great to hear you talk about your process. And wonderful photos!

@martynaflisiak2117 2 жыл бұрын

love this video!! I think those tips are very useful and will help me in taking better pictures in the future :)) it’s also just super interesting to see what goes through your mind while taking these amazing photographs + I can’t wait to finally buy your book and see your work in print!

@salmonefotografia77 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing!!! Happy new year!!! Very helpful this video👍👍👍

@Dylanwade_ 2 жыл бұрын

im so excited to get my hands on this book when the time comes. Great vid as always!

@davidamadeo 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome techniques, I'll surely use this on my next shoots! Thanks a lot!

@NunoAlmeidaPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips! Love the sub framing on the car photo as well. Can't wait for your new book!

@samprstn 2 жыл бұрын

Love the photo at 10:40 and how the bike shares the same colour as the sky but is cut off from that blue by the other colours in the frame, which really isolates it and makes it the main subject

@franeklubi 2 жыл бұрын

your photos are unreal, you're an inspiration, thank you

@K3zz21 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love all of these shots

@dannychun924 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and thank you for sharing your process!

@_ryanpellegrini 2 жыл бұрын

that's nice, i love the ambiance in these images, the depth of field is also important in the composition! wish you talked a bit more about that but perfect video!

@AndreLieberher 2 жыл бұрын

Love it! Thank you for breaking it down.

@ItsReallyRomaan1 2 жыл бұрын

really interesting video Willem. i'd agree about not always needing to use the rule of thirds (even though i also enjoy framing my photos like that), definitely will explore new techniques that you've shared here. loved the sunset photo at outerbanks & the magical tree with sun beaming through, really beautiful. very keen for the book too!

@naskhairul4820 2 жыл бұрын

I am learning a lot from you thank you so much willem !

@dillondavis4996 2 жыл бұрын

love these, its fun to just turn my brain off and shoot photos, but it's also fun to be intentional and try and really think about what I am/could be creating, love this video format!

@spencerwagstaff5456 2 жыл бұрын

So helpful! Thank you for this video 🙌

@constantinestewart7416 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice walk through on composition, I very much enjoyed it.

@J3SSE 2 жыл бұрын

THE GOAT IS BACK!

@bobsykes 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Whoa, beautiful work you've highlighted from the coming book. I can't wait. (Looks like a WV designed and constructed piece of plywood furniture in the set, too). Hope you had a nice Christmas, and here's wishing you a Happy New Year!

@WillemVerb 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Bob!

@WillemVerb 2 жыл бұрын

Good eye on the furniture :)

@juiceboyxd9310 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this Willem, photos are looking unreal as usual :D

@personalemail9187 2 жыл бұрын

can’t wait for the book !! will be buying it asap

@futonk1ng 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have any tips on night photos and making sure you capture those good lights and colors?

@michaelbornman9313 2 жыл бұрын

So excited for your book!

@paccotheguy 2 жыл бұрын

i'm audibly saying wow at each of your photos dude, i will definitley be purchasing you book, these shots are beautiful

@urimsuh 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for another awesome video!

@bennmurhaaya8518 2 жыл бұрын

One thing is for sure - I am getting the On the sunny side of the street once it's out. I've been following your channel for a quite a while and would love to hold and inspect some of those shots that appeared in those episodes. Cannot wait!

@khethiwe.kunene 2 жыл бұрын

so helpful! loved the green room and mostly loved your cute cats !!!

@brandonwest8693 Жыл бұрын

Those Svalbard photos are absolutely breathtaking!

@thiccynikky6266 2 жыл бұрын

Just amazing shots and a amazing video keep it up man

@jackjumper88 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, so useful to see this type of self-critique

@motasemaymen 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Willem!❤️❤️❤️❤️

@sindbadsailor7868 2 жыл бұрын

I like this kind of content… talking about technical aspects to educate the viewers…. More content like this please

@scottfly5917 2 жыл бұрын

this was an interesting and different point of view on composing photos. I haven't really seen anything like it before

@NebulaForever1 2 жыл бұрын

I loved the video and the photos. I feel like you shouldve mentioned sub framing. I loved the fact that the photo you took in the car had the window in it, and that in the last photo the trees perfectly curved around the cross. I think I just get distracted easily and love when its easier to focus on the subject. Either way I look forward to seeing you post more.

@kavoovak6646 2 жыл бұрын

Can't wait for the book! Can't wait for my weekend gear:D

@michaelhall3718 2 жыл бұрын

I think that I’m drawn to Willem’s photos because he does such a good job of breaking the “rules”. In my opinion, the vast majority of people are not good enough photographers to break the “rules”, and should just use the rule of thirds or whatever rule you like and you’ll get a decent photo out of it. Willem is different because he has such a good photographic eye and can see these really cool compositions. Really fantastic video Willem!

@3mfreale 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks for explaining some of your best photos where I couldn't figure out why I liked them. It was colour all along!

@ExpiredFilmClub 2 жыл бұрын

Love it Willem, always an inspiration

@thechuggs8997 2 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this for a longgggg time

@mattdayphoto 2 жыл бұрын

Love the contrast in space between the two at 7:20. ❤️

@WillemVerb 2 жыл бұрын

🥰

@olliewalls1903 2 жыл бұрын

Havent watched it yet but can already tell this is a banger 🐐

@Molten099 2 жыл бұрын

This is the video I've been waiting for since I found you in 2019. Let's gooooooo

@innazaytsevaphoto Жыл бұрын

Amazing video! Thanks for inspiration!

@timhollister1973 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this one Willem!

@scottyharp 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work (video included)!

@islandbyfilm 2 жыл бұрын

This was super helpful. Thanks Willem

@MINECRAFTandSEB 2 жыл бұрын

love this thank you

@dunerino892 2 жыл бұрын

such good stuff, thx Willem!

@bitchplease719 2 жыл бұрын

More content like this please. Maybe break down some work of other photographers. Really interesting to know why some pictures and composition are so mesmerizing and eye catching. Thank you for this educational video.

@genisarnalespinach7531 2 жыл бұрын

I see Willem in my recommendations and I already know I am going to have a nice day.

@bobharley2814 2 жыл бұрын

YOU TAKE GREAT PHOTOGRAPHS THANK YOU FOR THE TIPS

@Lillyjoy 2 жыл бұрын

Omg the cats jumping up 😂 love the tree shot the most it’s so cool!

@julian.km85 2 жыл бұрын

Man, these photos are unbelievable amazing

@NaomiDisaster 2 жыл бұрын

You're photography is so beautiful I'm a fan subscribed.

@velyvely6479 2 жыл бұрын

really enjoyed this one!

@malman1080 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for that book man. Bummed I missed your zines but I promise I’m not missing this!

@sharalynduboise 2 жыл бұрын

That center-framed tree shot is phenomenal 🤯

@naheliegend5222 2 жыл бұрын

5:00 is just awesome!

@bruce-le-smith Жыл бұрын

cool review, thank you

@galibrahman5589 2 жыл бұрын

4:49 is such an incredible capture 😍

@danncorbit3623 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting analysis, and nice photos.

@bryanswisshelm941 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Thanks!

@TommyGrisselFilms 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely video explaining something that often feels out of reach. Bravo

@Ben-ig3bf 2 жыл бұрын

What I love when shooting on a mountain where the trees grow straight but the ground is inclined, I shoot so the ground looks straight and the trees look off, it works best when theres only a subtle incöine, maybe 5-7 degrees

@Iliya_sh72 2 жыл бұрын

11:58 This photo looks phenomenal ! I wish you would have explained how you metered for it.

@Sreybk 2 жыл бұрын

I need to get up to the OBX pretty soon. I am only a few hours away. Great photos.

@casinc.2138 2 жыл бұрын

This is interesting to me because I just take photos without composition or using any kind of rules, I just learned how to use a film camera from Will and went off, maybe I'll start using it, more than anything I want to figure out how to control lighting more