Fine Art + HDR Photography Steetley Pier

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2 жыл бұрын

In this video entitled, "Fine Art and HDR Photography Steetley Pier" I combine both genres and I was surprised by how much I liked it!
Earlier this week, I headed to Hartlepool to capture a Fine Art image of Steetley Pier. Whilst I was there I had an idea! Why not capture the pier in my normal fine-art way but also take a few extra bright images which will enable me to add light to the otherwise dark areas of the picture.
That type of photography is called HDR (High Dynamic Range) It's a genre of photography that serious photographers rarely use. HDR photography is a lot of fun. Its original use was over-used and very often over-post-processed. Because of this, I think that's why photographers have put it on the back-burner!
Personally, I still love HDR photography. I need to delve into the genre a lot more. I'm sure the forgotten style still has a lot to offer in these modern days!
I hope you like the video.
Please feel free to leave a comment.
Gary
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@ianfirth-clark5975 2 жыл бұрын

I really like the finished image and the side view was a wow for me. Agreed fine art and HDR do work for us that appreciate photographic art.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Ian 👍

@RM831BC4E4 2 жыл бұрын

M.A.S.T.E.R of fine art !

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Richie 👍👍

@heathermtaylor7683 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love your fine art, Gary - bowled over by the HDR - thank you.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Heather 👍👍

@briannicholson2971 2 жыл бұрын

I love it....the lightness under it makes it feel as if the pier is floating 🙂👍

@Scotphotoamateur Жыл бұрын

Love these images, love your dedication to your art too where composition and perfection trumps wet feet.

@ralphdavies6452 2 жыл бұрын

As always spot on by a master of long exposure.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Ralph 👍👍

@janwebb9055 2 жыл бұрын

Just love the details .. and the light

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jan 👍👍

@rolandholtz8250 Жыл бұрын

I like it with the second layer put to it. I straightens the view and fosters imagination stronger than without it. Great work Gery.

@leelindemann7729 2 жыл бұрын

Love it! Absolutely worth doing. Thanks for sharing your vision.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍

@timrosenburgh9485 2 жыл бұрын

As Mali said. A masterclass from start to finish. The last image's I thought were amazing. Another great job Gary.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Tim 👍

@darrenjones3908 Жыл бұрын

Always live watching your videos, very inspiring.

@marlinsobbota9846 7 ай бұрын

Very easy to follow video. Entertaining and informative also. Thanks for teaching us.

@GaryGough 7 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@robertleeimages 11 ай бұрын

What i love about you with your images, is you for the most part always ask for our opinion unlike many others who just make out like it's their way or the highway and you can't say anything constructive about it. Now my favourite is actually the 2nd image.

@GaryGough 11 ай бұрын

The art form has to be subjective, no matter the photographer or KZfaqr. Cheers Rob 👍👍

@Ruscombephotos 2 жыл бұрын

I really like the 45 degree view with those other groins in the foreground

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍👍

@steffore1 2 жыл бұрын

Superb Gary and I’m a lover of HDR so this one is right up my street 👍🏽

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Steve 👍👍

@garysearle2091 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Gary, love the final image of the pier with the lighting effects.

@randyschwager2515 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic final image! I always learn from you! I think the HDR really made a positive difference!Thank You!

@VintageInsightPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

Love the final image. You are an inspiration. I do wish we had these types of piers on the Great Lakes, but with no tides, the piers are all vastly lower.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure they're picturesque in their own right 👍👍

@alecbenwell8757 2 жыл бұрын

Another magical piece of work Gary

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Alec 👍👍

@glynparry6598 2 жыл бұрын

Well done and thank you. Really liked the last image, beautiful job.🤩

@jangoofy 2 жыл бұрын

What really motivates to go out and take pictures like this, is your genuine happiness while doing this :-)

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

It's really about being away from the wife but shhh mums the word 😁

@emeregildo100 2 жыл бұрын

Great work Gary. I enjoy seeing the combination in the final photo.

@599miata 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic photos Gary. I can tell you that I prefer the one with the underside of the Pier with more light. The side view of the pier is super Gary. Quality work by a professional for sure.👌👌

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks 👍👍

@michellamontagne 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful picture Gary HDR was worth it thank you 🙏

@darrenleigh201 2 жыл бұрын

Love the images! You make it look easy! Thanks for sharing.

@bob-ui5ox 2 жыл бұрын

The extra picture is just woooooo

@mawavoy 2 жыл бұрын

The images are wonderful. Thanks for an enlightening post.

@slope1957 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with any of it, Gary. Beautiful images!

@Westermalm1 2 жыл бұрын

This was absolutely stunning. Wish I were you!

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Think carefully about what you’re saying, if you were me you’d have to live with my wife and I wouldn’t wish that on anyone 😂😂

@keithsayles8050 2 жыл бұрын

Hell's Teeth Gary - absolutely fabulous photos - I just can't get to grips with this post processing - but my oh my the benefits of being able to post process is fully demonstrated by your good self and the end results are amazing.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

You’ll have to watch the videos again Keith 😂😂 I’ll make a step-by-step guide on this one too 👍👍

@Ichigoo82 9 ай бұрын

Love it! Amazlng photos!

@cathoutdoors523 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Gary. Thanks for the tips. Very interesting 👍😊🙏

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cath 👍👍

@cathoutdoors523 2 жыл бұрын

@@GaryGough Your welcome Gary. Looking forward to the next video. Have agreat week .👍😊📸

@still_just_gordy1652 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing as always Gary! I’m in aww

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! 👍👍

@BLITZgescheit 2 жыл бұрын

The last shot is my favourite - fantastic composition with the foreground interest. The HDR layer was essential imho.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Peter 👍👍

@BLITZgescheit 2 жыл бұрын

@@GaryGough by the way: when I was at Skye I stayed at Rachel’s B&B. She also seems to be a big fan of you :)

@michaelt7320 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, with all the essential techniques clearly explained.

@lisasimpson9343 2 жыл бұрын

I think HDR and the fine art style work well together, it adds to it I think. I like it. But I do like detail. I will try it, thank you for your knowledge.

@rogerwalton8160 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video - well explained and great results. Opening up the underside of the pier makes a big difference.

@MrsMinx50 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video again Gary really loved your photo as always great work 👍

@G0FUW 2 жыл бұрын

Works for me Gary, nice work! Thanks for sharing.

@stephenthomas1833 2 жыл бұрын

Great image Gary, really like the HDR effect. But the final image is fantastic!!

@shamanbeartwo3819 21 күн бұрын

This is my first video of yours that I have seen. First, I think you are a very good teacher. I use a completely different camera/software and had no problem following the concepts presented. For my money, the HDR addition adds more leading lines to your focal point (that tiny triangle in the middle) and adds to it. But I also REALLY like the other shot of the pier that you showed. Its time for me to get a nice filter kit like you use and start playing around. It really does not take that much longer to take the extra shots and then make decisions back home in the studio nor does it take that much extra time to move the camera around seeing if there is a better composition. When I started photography it was with a 4x5 camera and extra shots were pricey! With unlimited memory we really can experiment more (and should!).

@flossiechops1 2 жыл бұрын

Just amazing!

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍👍

@andybanks3416 2 жыл бұрын

Yes like the image Gary , 👍 really enjoy your channel. , Best wishes.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks, Cheer Andy 👍👍

@ipb1966 2 жыл бұрын

My grandad worked at the Steetley for almost 40 years!

@stevebrooks6144 2 жыл бұрын

To be honest, it works really well, great job

@karletani3184 2 жыл бұрын

Just perfect

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Karl 👍👍

@colinjamesphoto 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic image and explanation of the process, by far my favorite watches on KZfaq...I'm really motivated to try this..big hurdle done thanks lol

@michaelyoungimages2741 2 жыл бұрын

Very much like your final creation. I’ve often wondered about hdr. Think I’ll give it a try. Thanks for the clear explanation as always. Aloha!

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael 👍👍

@davebryer6133 2 жыл бұрын

I personally do like the extra detail, excellent work. And the second shot is very nice as well.

@steveuow 2 жыл бұрын

That last wide shot ... 'stunnin..' .. hehe seriously very nice Gary :-)

@richardlewis9868 2 жыл бұрын

Smashing images Gary, I think the use of HDR is fine and works very well, if done subtly.

@MaliDaviesPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

From start to finish, a masterclass! I wish my long exposure series was coming along as good lol Brilliant Gary

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure, in fact, I know they are Mr Davies. About that date in the diary? come on get it sorted! 😁

@rickdeed5656 2 жыл бұрын

done similar but kept in colour, I like the affect, seems to work well on cloudy days with water in the foreground

@jaynepainter9743 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love it,must have a go.

@petermillar24 2 жыл бұрын

I reckon it is worth adding the extra element, and certainly to have the option to do so.

@clarkbarrow6750 2 жыл бұрын

Gary, as always, your work is amazing! Your depth of knowledge and your expertise is virtually unmatched by other KZfaqrs. I really like your fine art work no matter how you achieve it. Excellent video.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Consider yourself added to my Christmas Card list. Cheers 👍👍

@scotty4418 2 жыл бұрын

thought the final image was fabulous Gary and loved the additional image shot from the side too. The good thing was you had all the possible data captured so you have options based on your final preference

@britishrose9417 2 жыл бұрын

I've learned so much watching your videos - above all is the 'taking my time' lesson. Watching you is so relaxed and lacking any anxiety, it has taught me to give myself time and space when out taking photos.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Kind of you to say, cheers 👍👍

@parkay3560 Жыл бұрын

I'm rewatching all the videos, Gary and they are even more inspiring on second viewing. You have re-invigorated my love of photography

@GaryGough Жыл бұрын

Then all my hard work has just paid off. 👍👍

@davidpearce2981 2 жыл бұрын

Love it gar

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers David 👍👍

@nickyfoulkes8476 2 жыл бұрын

I feel it works, providing it remains in the category of realistic. The image you have created by dialling back the opacity of the blended layer works.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nicky xx

@paulburwood8231 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video Gary. Personally, I prefer your alternative image.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Paul 👍👍

@deltafit 2 жыл бұрын

I'm watching this while sat beside Steetley Pier 😂

@deltafit 2 жыл бұрын

@@djstuc 😂

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Oh cool :) It is indeed a cracking place. 👍👍

@DavidTpitCabrera 2 жыл бұрын

I love these fine art photography! Thank you charing your art and knowledge Gary 🤗

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers David 👍👍

@johnl4469 2 жыл бұрын

G'day Gary. The HDR shot is good but to my mind the long shot of the pier is simply spectacular! Well done mate. Love your vids :)

@alistairhow2550 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting - must try it soon

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍👍

@djking9828 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant 🙏

@dorisdoesderbyshire9353 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Gary, I think the addition of HDR works well on this image. I actually preferred the brighter version myself. Cheers Russ

@stephenedwards3103 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful vlog easy to follow 👍

@TheMrdavegraham 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant 🥇

@MarkGilligan4 2 жыл бұрын

Really like the HDR finished photograph and will definitely try it. Unfortunately, I like the last image to the side of the Pier much more. But as you said, that's personal preference.

@duncanmeechan5694 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Gary, I prefer the use of HDR for under the bridge, what a difference it made. I loved the last image of the pier and the stumps,it was super and I am gonna guess that was without the HDR treatment. Oh yes, and I prefer the shot under the pier with the extra bits the way you finally chose it to be, as soon as you started I was like “oh no Gary you must keep them in,they make for a far more complete image” , thankfully you seen the light (no pun intended lol). Excellent video, one I was deeply engrossed in from start to finish, thank you 😁👍

@IanDavidBrown Жыл бұрын

Brilliant Gary, your enthusiasm is so infectious. I am just getting into Long Exposure photography, oh and after 3 trips to the Mach Loop I got some crackers. Thanks again.

@HarneyPhoto 2 жыл бұрын

love this

@josephvondersmith9386 2 жыл бұрын

The more I watch your videos the more I love your work. Just starting out in photography, I have learned so much, thank you, I will keep watching

@tonywilding9137 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks as ever Gary. The addition of the HDR works for me. Also the last photo shot across the groynes is stunning.

@waltervermeiren6860 2 жыл бұрын

Great vlog Jason. You surprised me once again with this method (which I didn't know yet). I usually use NIK HDR, but will give your method a try. Thank you!!!

@garyhurdman 2 жыл бұрын

Niiiiiiice!

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Gary 👍👍

@DaveKingMusic 2 жыл бұрын

I like the HDR.

@stevebauer8218 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work as usual, Gary. Well done.

@racain21 2 жыл бұрын

Great job...thanks

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍👍

@bartjes2509 2 жыл бұрын

Nice and Yes, I very much like it. Small tip I picked up on youtube somewhere is to pack 3 old CDs and put your tripod on top of that on sandy soil or beaches. During a trip to Madeira I also have been experimenting with focus stacking and exposure blending: take a short exposure of a flower in the foreground and blend that with a long exposure of the seascape in the background also gives very nice results

@Starriddin 2 жыл бұрын

I love the HDR addition. It really does bring out the otherwise lost dark details. I don’t think it takes away from the original shot, rather, it is more like what the human eye naturally adds in real time viewing to compensate for the dark areas. After all, as good as modern cameras are, they can’t do what the human eye does. At least, not without help in post, LoL!

@robgardner6399 2 жыл бұрын

This is exactly why for me you stand head and shoulders above many other vloggers Gary. Not only do you break the practical and theoretical aspects down into to bite size chunks, but you then go onto explain why you have chosen that particular method, before explaining other ways in which the viewer can achieve the desired results. As for the images., well they really do speak for themselves, brilliant.

@jasonpigeon7272 Жыл бұрын

Great work Gary, I have learned so much, watching from cornwall ontario Canada 🇨🇦 Your images are captivating and mesmerizing. I can't critique, I think they turned out perfect. I look forward to more content and getting better at this format of expression. Thanks Cheers

@hongk0ngfu3y 2 жыл бұрын

love the last image. The gripe i have with the under pier shot is the fire damage. The yoof of today 😩

@Rick--A-F 2 жыл бұрын

Another really good and thought provoking video Gary. I think taking the over exposed shot increasing your options so making it a good idea. Then it's just down to personal taste if or how you use it.

@michaelofmelrose 2 жыл бұрын

IMHO this is great image, communicates volumes in nature, beauty and is inspiring, hence it works and works very well. The other capture is quite interesting. Thanks for sharing and how you accomplished this,

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Michael 👍👍

@harry4323 2 жыл бұрын

Once again a fantastic video on fine art photography the way you detailed all the work and the end results are excellent. It is great watching how you approach the task and complete it with little fuss a total masterclass series.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! Cheers Harry 👍👍

@shaungoddard8417 2 жыл бұрын

Gary, for fine art photography there is no one else out there that i follow or take advice from. Your images & guidance are top draw my friend. I am a novice photographer but i am taking so much onboard from your videos & its helping me a great deal. This video like all others is amazing

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Shaun. Consider yourself added to my Christmas card list 👍😀

@paulcrawley7321 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Gary, I love your fine art work. I use 3 Legged Thing spikes on my Gitzo as tripods tend to use the same thread size and gauge and they work well, Simon Baxter has done the same. I know they wouldn't have worked in this situation but they are great for soft ground and rocks. 3 Legged Thing Vanz Set of 3 Spikes + Rubber Feet, these are the ones and they have removable rubber feet.

@jimcooke5590 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Gary, love the final image of the pier with the lighting effects, thanks for showing us that.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Jim 👍👍

@cliveingram9840 2 жыл бұрын

Loved the final result and am up for trying it! Looking forward to the ‘Members’ video showing the mechanics! Clive

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Clive 👍👍

@jeffreymonk9987 2 жыл бұрын

Gary, you work has inspired me to look at all aspects and not just focus on one spectrum of photography. Thank you for sharing your skills and talents with the world!

@alonzohollingsworth7712 2 жыл бұрын

The HDR added is nice. Enjoyed seeing your post process for the final image and would love to see more of your videos that includes post processing. It's like a bonus learning chip for me. Great video.

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍👍

@swashy58 2 жыл бұрын

awesome .... clark ..

@bobbramley2879 2 жыл бұрын

For a moment I thought I saw a wrecked drone under the pier 😀

@GaryGough 2 жыл бұрын

Don't go there 😁😁 Cheers Bob 👍👍

@peterellarby19 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video, thank you. I do like to see detail and not just dark or black areas. The only part I kept looking at, and it’s just as it is, is the first leg on right hand side which is darker and more weather worn than the others. Just as it is.