Grey skies? No Problem, Try This for Great Photos!

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This week I start my photography adventure in the woodland with Luna, then head to the coast for sunset.
During the video, I discuss some techniques to take great photos on those grey sky days.
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00:00 Intro
00:31 How to photograph grey skies
01:06 Photographing the woodland in flat light
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@peterheasman8883 4 ай бұрын

No matter what the day brings your beautiful dog will always make a perfect subject

@jonclarke10 4 ай бұрын

"Any day out with the camera is better than not going out at all" I will remember this, such a great quote and a great video for beginners like myself, thank you

@johnclarke1319 2 ай бұрын

great, at last a video which deals with the British weather 9 days out of ten. invaluable Ian

@jimmywest1 4 ай бұрын

Number 2 is definetely taking my vote

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@JoshuaStandingHarvey 4 ай бұрын

Fantastic video, Living in the south of Ireland very often struggle with overcast and dull days. This has given me so much inspiration. also Shot no1 i love. its very peaceful to me. it was a hard choice but no 1 brings out more emotion for me.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks buddy,

@mauriciogarfield7122 4 ай бұрын

Oh yeah! Our weather here in Ireland has it's charm still great photography is possible.

@murf6201 4 ай бұрын

I live for overcast days. Bray man living stateside now, I return once a year for 2 months at a time, but only in winter, Dec Jan or Jan Feb. Blue sky days are my least favorite. I get some crackin shots when it's shite weather.

@judywright2051 3 ай бұрын

Number 1 for me!

@user-oh2hp1nw2k 4 ай бұрын

Really appreciate the always-positive approach, Ian - Colin

@markusbolliger1527 4 ай бұрын

Good advice Ian! Nonetheless I prefer some stronger light, maybe somehow softened by fog, even for such structured motivs on tree barks and rocks. Or direct light to play with shadows.

@billingalls1940 4 ай бұрын

Number 2 for me, as an old, and I do mean old, surfer. Long exposure surf shots are definitely not my cup of tea. As I've said before, I am truly envious of the wonderful variety available there along the coast in Wales.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing, its good to see a fellow surfer on here👍

@PhotogAbby 4 ай бұрын

No. 2 has more interest in the right side of the frame.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍😊

@briankavo 4 ай бұрын

Love No. 1, fantastic, so atmospheric.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍

@alozborne 4 ай бұрын

No 2 for me on the B&W scene, lovely!

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍

@johnjtoth7633 4 ай бұрын

Great tips, Ian. I prefer No. 1. Love the contrast of the green seaweed and the red rocks.

@RickDecorie 4 ай бұрын

I like Number 1 of the black and white shots. I think it nails the ethereal look you were after.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks buddy

@duncanmackay3711 4 ай бұрын

No.1 for me Ian, all day long. I really like that smoothed out effect on the water, something I try to do when I can.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks buddy 😊👍

@MrTJCCREATIONS 2 ай бұрын

No 2 the 1:1 for B&W seascape

@vf8527 4 ай бұрын

No.2 looks perfect

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, that's my favorite too

@ritagray3716 4 ай бұрын

No 1 is my favorite

@adventurecoalition3690 4 ай бұрын

Prefer No. 1. Great video thx for sharing your insights

@kristinl.raught3776 4 ай бұрын

I live in Seattle, and this is my 3rd year of photography. We've been having what feels like more grey days than usual, so this is quite inspirational. Thank you!

@DennisBater 4 ай бұрын

Wonderful images, thanks for sharing!

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍

@michaelajoseph6856 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! I needed to see this video for inspiration. I live in Sweden and here we have many months of grey days!

@granddadmark7639 4 ай бұрын

Loved No2 also the final shot 👍

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@TranceFlug 4 ай бұрын

That tide on second photo looks very calm.

@aderadnor261 4 ай бұрын

Brilliant video. Definitely some of our favourite places, But never look at them in that light before 👍

@kennethnielsen3864 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@craigbrockway652 4 ай бұрын

No. 1 for me, the longer exposure brings a calming effect to the scene.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍

@jamesmynes1953 4 ай бұрын

Nice one Ian. Just the sort of information i was looking for. Good old british weather aye. Inspiring.

@URSENIORUTUBER55 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful insight on shooting on a less than perfect day.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

@irutgers 4 ай бұрын

No 1 speaks to me.. atmosphere

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@billpanuska5775 4 ай бұрын

I prefer #2 because it illuminates the arch better.

@mickgissane9181 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, really nice video. Sometimes its nice just to be outdoors regardless of the weather :)

@tonymortyr 4 ай бұрын

No 2 is the best. You can see the splashing in the cliff opening and the waves is not too soft but still motion.

@siegfriedfaarbeit3504 4 ай бұрын

No 2 is pur nature, top

@bwebmasta1 4 ай бұрын

I really like both, but #1 was my favorite, the long exposure calming effect.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you

@johnturnerphotography 4 ай бұрын

Great vlog my favourite is number 2

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Good choice!

@dronepilotcontractors4094 4 ай бұрын

I like No 2 with the wave action.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

I think that is my favorite too.

@rogersteele9890 4 ай бұрын

Yet another great video, #2

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks again! 👍

@carlreid4161 4 ай бұрын

No.2 for Church Doors Ian, I liked the drama of the shot👍

@hermandepoorter4556 4 ай бұрын

For me number 1 is the winner. The rectangular form is better than number 2. Great shots anyhow.

@DanaPushie 4 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed those shots, Ian.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it 👍

@vmanvideos 4 ай бұрын

I prefer shot #1. The water is creamier and there’s more breathing room in the photo. The last shot was cool. The vertical frame allowed for the leading lines of the water to the cliffs in the distance. Question: Why did you choose 1/3 sec instead of a longer exposure to make the water in the foreground more creamy? Thanks for your response, and thanks for the videos. Good work.

@simonconner5351 4 ай бұрын

No 1 is my preference for the sense of calm as others have said. I cant help feeling the crashing wave not so suited to the soft effect. Personal pref of course. Loving the videos, thank you.

@bernardmcmahon7947 4 ай бұрын

By a short head No2 just for the action

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@the_rat_run 4 ай бұрын

I just watch the videos for the star of the show, Luna... I liked both of the B/W sea photos, each had a great 'feel'!

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

She is definitely the star 😊👍

@tTLM823 4 ай бұрын

Love both, but if I had to choose, 1!

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Awesome, Thank you 👍

@ashodgkin 2 ай бұрын

It’s certainly true that if we only captured images when the light is “perfect” we’d never actually take any. Just work with what you’ve got. Isolating details is a really useful tip.

@ashodgkin 2 ай бұрын

Nearly forgot, I prefer No.2. I like the way it captures the drama of the crashing wave.

@pentax-paul. 4 ай бұрын

I much prefer no 1 , it's a matter of personal taste at the end of the day . I love the ethereal quality .

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@IanFord-un6jr 4 ай бұрын

Interesting and informative video Ian. Both mono shots are great but No1 gets my vote.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍

@SebastianBevanPhotography 4 ай бұрын

number 1 for me, top stuff mate

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers buddy 👍😊

@nickmalataverne5098 4 ай бұрын

Number 2 looks much better, because there are a bit more details compared to the (much too) misty shot in number 1. But ;-) I would have chosen the cliff's edge myself, which was pretty visible in the video before you took the photos. Anyway, nice video and good tips.

@broeknic 4 ай бұрын

No 2 for me 😊

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks 😊👍

@randallpeck6056 4 ай бұрын

They are both good, but I prefer the long(er) exposure in this case.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@hanahoeo7073 4 ай бұрын

#2. Seaweed one was quite nice too

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

I'm glad you think so, Cheers 👍

@Luigi13 4 ай бұрын

Ian Worth, I really anjoy your videos even though they seem short but because they draw the viewer in I don't notice the time at all. Your explanations are to the point of what you are doing or prepare to do and that is very good it allows the viewer to stay focused, The image by the sea I like the horizontal one where it shows most of the landscape. Great videos as usual. Cheers from Oregon USA.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for that, much appreciated 👍

@Coloradohiker658 4 ай бұрын

Great video! Image 1

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@SuhasSreehariOnline 4 ай бұрын

Both are great, but I'd pick #2. It's beautiful.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍

@terrycoker1798 4 ай бұрын

#2 contrast grabs my attention.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you

@hungaryspring 4 ай бұрын

Shot number 2 is my favorite. The waves are more dramatic giving the image a sense of tension that the first image lacks.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍

@matthiaskremberg1504 4 ай бұрын

I like no 1 Mode!

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@chriscrowhurst 4 ай бұрын

Both are excellent images; I am a huge fan of the super soft sea, so #1 gets my final vote.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@mauroferrari394 11 күн бұрын

I vote nr.1 Ian

@gjp2930 4 ай бұрын

I like #1 ❤

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@ddsdss256 4 ай бұрын

As tempting as it is to go mono in flat light, I often find the subtle hues of nature more interesting, as in your seaweed shot. Also, when shooting fine details (such as bark or leaf veins, especially if there's some transparency in the leaves), I like to go high key and let the sky blow out, providing a neutral background and further helping the details to stand out. Side lighting of course brings out the bas-relief, especially as nature's softbox morphs into the Klieg light in the sky. Re the two images, let's just say that I rarely carry a tripod (or NDs). IMO, long exposures are way overdone and only rarely result in better images, especially with moving water and/or clouds, as you lose the interesting textures and dynamic nature of the scene. I've used much faster SS to freeze water droplets, but sometimes moderate speeds work very well (such as the 1/3 s in the second shot--I also prefer the lower aspect ratio).

@paularnold7370 4 ай бұрын

second one without doubt mate

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, that's my pick as well

@Cheryl407 4 ай бұрын

I loved No 1. This was a wonderful and inspiring video, where I live we have grey misty winters and although I do go out a few times a week camera in hand I am with a friend and we are walking and I hate to hold her up. Maybe I will try harder. I actually had a shot of the tips of the winter branches very much like yours. I have subscribed and look forward to catching up on your videos.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and subscribing 🙏

@charliejg 4 ай бұрын

That first shot was interesting to me as I probably would have chosen to shoot it in black and white. But, I like the colors you got. I noticed a filter on the 70-300 in that cliff face shot. Was it a polarizer or ND? As for the two images, I think I prefer the long exposure. Thanks for these cool examples! Have a great weekend.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

it was a cpl to help cut through the reflections a little

@davecleverley 4 ай бұрын

Ian, great vid but more importantly for me is ....where is that fabulous coastline!?

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks buddy, its Pembrokeshire, wales

@peeweebarney 4 ай бұрын

I would take three shots of the rocks & ocean. First is freeze shot of the water hitting the rocks, then semi-blur, last is smooth wave. All taken from the same position. Then get them printed 8x10 for each print, and framed in one, large photo frame. I would also bring a macro lens and take close-up pics of the water on the seaweed. Maybe use a flash too.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing 😊👍

@jackdarling4982 4 ай бұрын

I would have to say #2 for me, you captured the crashing wave whos mist goes behind the Arch,,,giving the Arch more definition....where #1 has the arch getting kind of "lost" ....blending in with the Background. But both shots are Great!

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! 😊👍

@clarkbarrow6750 4 ай бұрын

This is a fantastic video. I like both photos but if I was putting one on my wall for display I’d choose no. 2; I like the detail in it. Just my opinion. Nice work.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@lorenzobattaglini9786 4 ай бұрын

I like the #2

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍

@mauriziozambon8908 4 ай бұрын

No doubt, I choose no. 1

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thnaks

@rickmasters418 4 ай бұрын

I like #1 the composition works better for me

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍😊

@valerievaleriem1769 4 ай бұрын

I prefer image No. 2 as to me it shows the power of the sea.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@user-nr9un6xt3b 4 ай бұрын

I recommend a composite using both images.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

I not doing composite images at the moment, just one shot captures 👍

@The_Hero_Is_Back 4 ай бұрын

No 2 here, but both are good.

@mariussplinter8300 4 ай бұрын

Nr 1

@kimberlyfoxdemeza6662 4 ай бұрын

No 1 for me. Also, on your last image of the seaweed on the rocks, did you focus stack this one?

@eltinjones4542 4 ай бұрын

A bit of colour enhances a photo on a dull day. However I'm not into patterns in three trunks, rocks etc..

@kimamey 4 ай бұрын

No 2 for me but they're both good. I would imagine those steps would be pretty painful for a dog walking down them.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Yes they would, and she's too big to carry 🐾👍

@ramblingG 4 ай бұрын

I prefer no. 1 ...

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍

@natural_lover149 4 ай бұрын

🎉🎉❤

@nickyfoulkes8476 4 ай бұрын

Open landscape, as you said doesn't work without the light. The problem I have always had are the detailed shots, tree bark etc. don't cut the mustard. Which is why I don't shoot macro. While can't appreciate the skills in focus stacking to get that thin depth of field, detailed shots like your tree bark image would go in the recycle bin. Any image I take must have the potential to be a print that will stand the test of time on the wall.Good job we don't all like the same things. I prefer image 2 as that has energy and flow.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Not every image we take has to be a master piece. The joy of being outside and being immersed in the environment is what its all about for me.

@stevecooney1361 4 ай бұрын

No2 but both good shots

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@jackyfumoleau6361 4 ай бұрын

Ian, they are both great photos. Very tough decision but I have a slight penchant for No2, there is something catching my eye, strangely I'm not sure what, it's just that little "je ne sais quoi" feeling that attracts me to it. Do you get that feeling sometimes? Great work.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Yes i do get that feeling quite a lot 👍👍

@WayneLeary 4 ай бұрын

No 1

@chrisobvious 4 ай бұрын

Number 1, because it has more atmosphere, including an edge to edge assortment of foreground rocks. It's just a more composed image. 2 is fine but more snapshot-like. I know I'm outvoted, though.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, that's really interesting 👍

@user-lb7bs1xh6i 4 ай бұрын

may I know what camera used to make this video? I like colors

@williamduling7883 4 ай бұрын

Number 2

@tashama7087 4 ай бұрын

Hi, what kind of tripod are you using?

@peeweebarney 4 ай бұрын

What did you use to video your expedition? I think a go-pro would do well, since it is very light & rugged.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

I used the fuji xs10 but i do also use the dji action 4 if I need to keep the weight down

@duringthemeanwhilst 4 ай бұрын

grey skies = head for woodland, waterfalls or the seaside 🙂

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Very true

@b.h.w.stuhlmann2112 4 ай бұрын

No. 2

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍

@PeteHallmann 4 ай бұрын

For me the long exposure in No.1 takes away the energy present in the scene. I can't help thinking that a giant spider has created a massive web over the landscape.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

I hadn't thought of it like that but you are right, it does.

@nigelwest3430 4 ай бұрын

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@paullavin5449 4 ай бұрын

It’s strange isn’t it how different images appeal to different folks? Personally, I have no time for smoothed out unnatural looking water. So I choose No2 and even then I might have shot it at an even faster shutter speed.

@ian_worth 4 ай бұрын

Cheers 👍

@tashama7087 4 ай бұрын

@jamesmynes1953 4 ай бұрын