I've been creating KZfaq content for about 7 years alongside my commercial photography business and workshops. At the start of this year, I decided to go all in and just concentrate on KZfaq, landscapes and workshops. It's a little daunting leaving a commercial photography business that I had spent so many years building, but sometimes you've just got to follow your dreams. So a big thanks to everyone who supports and follows my work, I couldn't do this without you. 🙏 www.iworthphotos.com

After watching this video and seeing your heartfelt gratitude for your viewers and subscribers, I realized that there was one last bit of gear that you have that you forgot to mention: A photographer who happens to be a genuine, kind, thoughtful, friendly and talented human being. Well done Ian!

I prefer the landscape shot, but only because the boat has more breathing room to it's right rather than being very close to the edge of the frame in the portrait shot. I'd be happy to have taken either! Congratulations on 50k subscribers Ian. I think what sets you (and Henry) apart from the crowd is that (imho) most of your viewers can relate to you as a person we'd be happy to bump into on a shoot, or in the bar! You both also show it how it is in real world situations that most of us could find ojurselves in if we put the effort in, there's nothing unattainable for the average person in your vlogs. You don't always get the light, sometimes it rains (and rains.....), and you show it how it is. Keep up the great work.

Hi Ian, The reason lots of people watch your video's in my view is because you come across extremely well and seem like a really good bloke. you are very informative and genuine, in my view. I can't do what you do so just try to learn as much as I can at my old age. well done and thank you so much. Colin Devon uk....

I’m glad I found your channel a couple of months or so ago. Personally, I feel we subscribers should thank you for taking the time to get out into the rain or shine, in amongst fantastic scenery, having walked some km’s to get there, and adding some beautiful images to your videos. I also watch Henry‘s channel, and the same goes for him. The two of you together seem like chalk and cheese, but by golly, you guys work so well together! It‘s lovely to see two humble guys putting out great content! Many thanks from Oz.🇦🇺

I preferred #2 at 6.50. for me the clump on the left and the space to the right of the boat helped draw my eye through the foreground to the mountain.

I really like how dramatic boat Photo #1 is. It feels like my eye is drawn to the rugged mountain peak but then the serenity of the idea of a boat on a loch.

Love the collabs with Henry!! Both of you are always so enjoyable and educational but in different ways. Keep it up for those of us at the starting line aspiring to become great photographers!

6:47 I think I like the balance of #2 with how the brush works with the boat to direct the gaze towards the epic mountain in the background. Great shot!

50k, great news Ian, well done you but deserved, been enjoying your trip to Scotland. Take good care. Best wishes. Terry.

Always enjoy a "what's in my camera bag" video (and this was no exception), especially from such a genuine bloke. Well done. Cheers. Ken

I’ve been following you for the better part of a year now, and as others have said, your channel shows off your skills, passion and ability to convey your thought process succinctly. Keep it up, slow steady growth means you have a loyal fan base out there. No need to alter your style just because others have a larger subscription base - be yourself. Best of luck,

Loves from Turkey. I learned a lot of good information from you and I continue to learn. Watching your videos gives me pleasure. I wish the continuation of your success.

Genuine humility in your comments about who follows you. You deserve all your success and go luck going forward. I look forward to everything you post as I gain so much from them.

As someone trying to get a channel started, you are definitely a great example of how to do it right. Great person making great content!

Such a heartfelt thanks to your subscribers, really honest and moving. YNWA

Congrats on reaching 50k subscribers. I have been following you for a number of years and have enjoyed watching you grow (both personally and KZfaq.) Enjoying the zine and the latest Landscape Photography eBook, and it is great these allow you to concentrate more on your passion for photography.

I seem to remember a car park in Glen Torridon that had a couple of deer as a permanent feature 😀

I have been following you for quite a while and never realised you had only been doing this full time for four months. Well done, you deserve all the followers you get. I love the way you present yourself and your videos, so good, just like your eBook, which is mind blowing, so well thought out, and packed with information. Four months, seems like four years. Keep up the brilliant work.

Hi Ian, I think I speak for a lot of people that your channel is becoming increasingly more viewed and subscribed because of the humble and organic approach you have with your audience. There are plenty of very talented photographers on KZfaq, but yours and Henry's have become my top two favourites. Hope this year is kind to you and your passion for photography.

Such a heart felt testimony. But I wouldn't expect anything less from you. That's one of the reasons you have the following you do. I know that I look forward to each week's video because I can feel the passion you have right through the screen!! You have such an understandable approach to teaching and such a positive attitude. I hope that one day I will be able to get over there and do a 1 to 1 workshop. It's definitely right at the tip top of my bucket list. Take care of yourself.

Your photography and instruction speaks for itself, Ian. Wonderful. However, it's your attitude and humble demeanor that impress me. Keep up the great work! So glad to hear 50+K subscribers, of which I am one.

As for the green boat shot, definitely the landscape layout.

Congratulations on 50k Ian! I like the balance between field photography and post-processing. And love the 16x9 cinematic look to your videos! But you're my favorite KZfaq photography channel, mostly because of your honest, humble, and down to earth personality. You deserve every one of your followers. I wish you continued good luck and happiness doing what you love to do. Keep up the great content!!

I really love landscape photography, but I don't have many opportunities to get close to nature. I'm very grateful for your videos, they have taught me a lot and have taken me to see many beautiful landscapes.

I have gone a bit of photography lately and have unsubscribed on a lot of photography related channels, but yours I am keeping and knowing you are a red, how could I unsubscribe 😜 Congratulations on the 50.000 👍🏻

Hi Ian, your and Henry's channels are my two favourite photography channels. Always a treat to see you both working together. I've been following (subscribed) and liking (of course) for quite a while now but I dont think I've dropped a comment here to thank you before. I have invested in your composition e-book and for anyone else reading this : it is a great *investment*. I've learned a lot from both the e-book and following you here. I keep going back to both as one lesson learned seems to then open up more yet to learn or makes connections to other topics which suddenly make the penny drop. One day, I'd love to do a workshop. One day! As you were talking kit in the video, I'm also shooting Fuji, started off with the original X100 when my system camera was a Canon. After initially thinking I didn't need to invest in a new system, Fuji won me over. I soon ended up with an XPro 1 then 2 and then onto an X-H1 and now an X-T5 which I love using. Keep up your excellent work, having a new video of yours to watch is always something to look forward to and to learn from.

Ian, you are a fantastic photographer and teacher. I look forward to watching your videos every week and always learn something new. It comes as no surprise to me or you current followers that your number of subscribers has increased. You need to get used to it because I can only see you getting even more as time goes by. You're a quality photographer with quality content and people will always want to watch that type of content. I'm loving your collaboration with Henry (I'm subscribed to his channel too). Two gents of the photography genre indeed. 👍👍

#2 for sure! Not even a close call . . . GREAT. photo!

Well done Ian on your 50k subscribers! Your videos are so good and always pleased to see a new notification! Keep them coming mate! Enjoying seeing the Scottish landscapes too but always biased towards Pembrokeshire! And that’s from an original Londoner

Congratulations on having 50,000 subscribers Ian!🎉🎉🎉 As for the boat picture, I liked photo#2 better. It provided a full well balanced view. I felt like I was standing there observing the scene. Thank you for your videos. Thank Henry for introducing me to you in these videos my friend. 😊

Prefer Boat #1 as the one with the rock is distracting or #1 is simpler. Thanks again for the video!

Ian, what I love about your style of photography is, while you use primes, you are not part of the Prime Lens Mafia. May KZfaq photographers would never use a zoom lens for shots. But you do, and I love that. P.S., what is a "Bothy?"

I am so happy for you Ian. 50.2K Bravo. 👏👏👏 I believe I understand: I love your enthusiasm, the way you include us in your thinking and composition. And it's not just that. It's like I'm there; the process just sings to me. My kindest regards and best wished to you from across the big pond.

Just caught the end - man I nearly always end the day on one of your videos. Such a chilled out vibe to them, just very relaxing to see you out and about with the dog and doing what you love. Keep on trucking mate

#2 - boat is nice in the setting but it’s about the mountains

Hi Ian, always a pleasure to follow your videos. As many of your followers say, there are several excellent photographers on KZfaq, but your approach is unique and you remain yourself, focused on taking photos and nothing else, that's what I like. We learn a lot. My choice for the most beautiful photo of the boat is number 1. I tried to find the model of your L-Bracket which seems minimalist on the vertical side, a simple arca swiss square. Can you give me the model? Thank you and great job...I love it, from the province of Quebec, Canada.

Ian your channel is just exceptional wouldn’t be without your weekly videos. Bought your zine and e-book and it’s my reference guide for composition tips and I love #2! Until next week!

Your photos are awesome and the way you describe your methods are brilliant and I've learned so much from you, thank you so much

Unbelievable. I have the same camera and the same 3 lens. I got recently the 100-400 and the 80mm macro as I want to explore more of the intimate landscape side of things, but I truly love this kit. Great image quality, fantastic versatility and I dont feel the need at all for full frame. In fact if I ever feel the need for more, I would just probably go GFX route. Cheers and congrats for a fantastic channel. Its always a pleasure to see your videos, and not only for the cool gear you use :)

Your videos are simply enjoyable to watch, and has been a great inpsiration for me to get over that door step mile, get out there and thake some photos.

Congratulations Ian on your 50,000 + subs.! You deserve it!

Enjoy the channel and your content Ian. Good, down to earth information. Keep it up mate!

Great video Ian, thanks for posting.

Thanks for taking us along on your adventures.

Your work and photos are fantastic and it is a pleasure to watch your videos. Well done!

Thanks for sharing.

Really appreciate your authenticity and realness. Keep on keeping on! I have a similar kit when I use Fuji X. XT4, 16-55, 70-300 for landscapes (also sold the 50-140). I also use a 23mm prime for when I want to simplify my approach and carry less.

Congrats Ian. You deserve it mate. You can tell when someone is truly passionate about what he does at it shows in everything. Happy it all goes well and I can only wish you the same from now on, if not even better. Cheers and keep living the dream. I am about to follow your steps in a bit 😁.

Thanks Ian! Congratulation on 50K subscribers. Of the two images , the first one is nice with the lines. I like image 2 better because I think it gives a little more breathing room on the port side of the boat. But then again that is just my preference.

Thanks, Ian! That was very interesting and inspiring. I prefer #1.

Now I know you're a Luverpool fan Ian I'm commenting on every video you upload from now on YNWA 👍

Another excellent video. I prefer #2. It's a little better balanced and allows more breathing room to the right of the boat. Also, have you looked at the Tamron 17-70 f/2.8? Excellent alternative to Fuji's standard zooms.

Congratulations on 50k subscribers. I'm sure many of them, like me, are thanking you for the work you put into these weekly videos and are thankful that you have chosen to do so.

Prefer #2. Congrats to 50k subscibers! Your channel is really great Ian 👏👍

#2 on the boat

Congratulations for the 50k Ian. Well deserved 👏

Ian, thanks very much for your nice video's

Number 2 for me I find it more balanced. Well done on 50K subscibers

Nice one Ian, thanks so much for all your content. It’s been really great to see your channel growing

Congrats on 50k subscribers!

#2 but both compositions work very well.

Loving these Ian. Such a gorgeous areas

Boat picture: landscape!

Both great. Well done Ian

This video makes me want to get back to Scotland 😊 Awesome on the 50k subscribers mate, well deserved, keep up the good work 👍

No surprise! cracking channel and content always! :D

Picture 2 for me

Knew you were cool... YNWA :)

Thank you for this video, Ian. I was wondering if you can elaborate on your way to solve the L bracket problems, notice that you are using an Arca swiss plate with an adapter screwed on the side

Congratulations Ian on reaching the 50k subscribers. Always enjoy watching your videos and love the format too. Just one question on your gear, do you use a circular ND grad filter rather than the traditional square/rectangular type. Just wondering the pros and cons. Keep up the good work.

Wish I could afford 1 of the afore mentioned items

#2, more room around the edges

Picture 2 I think..

Could you provide an update to your Fuji file handlingsharpening?

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what is the weight of that packed bag? because I carry most the same thing but not two tripods, and my pack is at 35 pounds which is a lot to be hauling all over the world.

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