I don’t really ask for subscribers in my videos, I feel it interrupts the flow. But if you enjoy, make that number go up a little higher, I appreciate it 🤠

HOLY COW THIS FOOTAGE IS HEAVENLY

Totally loved the vintage color correction. And yes you are totally right, better equipment does not translate into better results, it is the effort, creativity and love you put into your work, keep it going.

This video has passed The National Swag and Epicness requirements

storytelling at the highest level, it felt like I was watching a documentary throughout the whole thing, the footage is amazing

There are so many different ways to describe how good this video is, images, the content, the story, the lessons....you have a way of wrapping all up in to one package so authentic and pure it becomes cinematic. Very good job sir.

This wasn't even really a documentary but there are so many lessons to learn here and the production quality is so high, that I deem it worthy to go into my top tier doc list - to be studied in the future as I embark on this film making journey of mine I absolutely love the look of the footage from this setup.

This is unironically one of the best KZfaq videos I've watched, and I connected a lot with it. My life has gone in a bunch of wacky directions and not exactly in the overall trend I was expecting or wanting, and here I am only dreaming and fighting to escape the path I'm on. I'm metaphorically stuck with my old camera longer than I should have been, and while I do need to move on, your lesson about making use of and learning from the *limitations* we have before they're gone really struck me. Thank you for this video and some beautiful visuals to pass the time, you made 10 minutes pass in the blink of an eye.

There is that old quote "The enemy of art is the absence of limitations". I'm not a photographer but an illustrator and I very much agree

"Learn the lessons that I can from the limitations I have now before they're gone", is legit a sentence that I live by. I've been blessed with stuff that I need and want for a while now, but I still remember my roots. I used to make videos out of my used Samsung Galaxy S5 that was borked, both hardware-wise and software-wise. Even though it was on it's last straw, I still used that phone to record and create some gameplay videos on my channel. Nowadays, I'm currently majoring in graphic design, and therefore owned a powerful enough laptop, nice monitor, microphone, and also a Canon M50 MkII. I learned to make works of art, decent videos, and even a platformer game as my university projects and with those new equipment, but still trying to make the best out of them. As I'm going to be upgrading soon to a new PC soon with a very big performance bump, I'm grateful that I have learned a few things, that I probably won't learn if I'm being pessimistic and ignorant with my limitations.

when I thought KZfaq as little as nothing to inspire me of the good old days of shooting random stuff and really had fun with it, I came across this video. Thanks for that !!! sorry my bad English, I´m from Portugal and I love to make movies =)

The stuff of the people sat on the grass is an image that is so craved. Amazing bro. The vintage lenses on your old cam gives an amazing look, that you could 100% use together with your new build.

I enjoyed every bit of this video , not only does it talk about how much you can do with limited hardware , but it also feels relatable when it comes to the stuff you learn by having that limited hardware and trying to push it to it's full potential. I liked the vibe of it , the color correction , the editing and the script , amazing job.

The cinematography, the story telling and editing are amazing. Please keep doing what you are doing, it is a gift.

This is the most majestical thing that I have ever seen in this website, keep up the amazing work man

Insane editing man you deserve at least 100k subs cheers from New Jersey

Yo.. I’m 26 w/ 2 kids and a wedding photo/video business with my wife. This video inspired me in too many ways to count as a creator and I thank and commend you for putting this much effort into your art. it’s hard having kids (and constantly being around them) to justify any project of this mastery but I’ll do what I can with what I have when I have it 👌🏼 Will say tho my FX3 and a7iv with the Pantex smc 50mm 1.4 lense make great combos 😅 Started on a GH5 though with a KZfaq college degree and a dream of one day getting quality low light capabilities lol ADHD rant done ✔️

"Learn the lessons that I can from the limitations I have now before they're gone" That is honestly, a really nice and insightful thought. Thank you for giving me that. I have been frustrated at trying to be a creative in filming without the knowledge of expensive schools and gear but most of all I'm just excited to learn and do things wherever I can get them. I'm literally using my android phone to edit random videos I come up with and using as a film school to learn more. My last 2 videos was shot, edited and posted from my old android phone alone.

I've just in the last 30 minutes discovered this channel and I'm already so intirgued and captivated by the way things are shot and how everything feels so intentional. Very interesting videos and extremely impressive videography skills, I definitely want to watch more.

What a beautiful representation of the creative spirit. Thank you for taking the time to make this. This was incredibly inspirational. Makes me want to get out and shoot more. Keep up the great work man!

this is an incredible demonstration of creativity and taking your gear to the absolute limits while still growing in skill. great video!!

This mirrors a lot of my experiences in my life as an artist trying to find my path. I find myself attracted to my old gear for the character that seems to have been lost to innovation and improvement. Amazing, thanks for sharing your story.

Absolutely spectacular. I hope KZfaq algo shows you even more love. Limitations ARE everything. My background is audio engineering. I often tell struggling musicians to put away their computer DAW with infinite tracks and plugins...and buy/borrow an old 4 track cassette recorder. Limitations force creativity. It forces learning. It is the quickest shortcut to profound artistic enlightenment. As filmmakers, sometimes we need to put away the "rig", grab an older, lower tech camera, and focus on telling a story. Brilliant, brilliant work. -Johnny

Storytelling skills go way over the latest and greatest gear. And yes, limitations feed's creativity. I got a bit emotional there when you talked about your grandad's old camera, that's what a good story is about, something the viewers can relate to. Awesome work, love the vibe and feel!

This was genuinely a great video and great narrative. Happy I found this.

La narration de votre histoire était émouvante. Merci de présenter votre documentaire! J'ai été épaté par le résultat final de votre ancienne caméra EOS

This video had me captivated from beginning to end. You've got serious skills, please keep going!

absolutely fantastic video, storytelling, visuals, editing. Great job, I look forward to your future projects.

Man what a great video. I loved the tempo and the videography but most of all I loved the story you told, honestly it's the best thing iv'e seen in ages

I love the personal tiuch you add. The reasoning why you chose each piece of your DIY project, the quick history lesson to ground us in your motivation. Great shot selection as well!

This absolutely rocks. Thanks for doing good work and sharing it. Your projects and reflections encourage me to look at my old stuff in a new light.

Whhhattt these colors. They just look so right. Im not smart enough to breakdown what tones and color casts make up this soothing footage. It’s like the colors of Call Me By Your Name or some dreamy 80s themed modern movie

I gained a lot. You gave me a reason to dive into my old gear and talk about how it made me who I was, who I am. And hopefully, with the re-realized energy. Who I still might be. Appreciate the video. It gave me true 2010-2016 vibes. All you had is what you had, and that was enough. I look back and think I have 5 times what I started with. But I made that work and it was always invigorating.

dude, your footage is incredible! super underrated!

I thought this video was from some big channel and has like 500k views and it is 500, so underrated, really good video, hope it blows up

Poignant, immersive, sublime. The background score seemed to drape itself, cresting and troughing through the words that escape your mouth. Brilliant.

Amazing video all round! Great story telling and humbling, respect bro good luck with your journey!!

Thanks for making this. Clicked on this in recommendations having no idea what to expect. I've been doing freelance video for a few years now, and I actually just purchased the FX30 tonight in the same way you purchased your new/old canon: every penny to my name. This video made me reminisce on all the different types of gear I've used over the years all the way back to my Flip Mino HD from when I was like 11. This was beautiful keep making art.

you are a great story teller. this video was both enjoyable and inspiring to watch! thank you muchly.

I love this. When you look at photographers most of all you see is buyers, buy this filter buy this strap buy this lens and loads of other crap. But you're a maker, and in a hobby full of "creatives" that is surprisingly rare.

This is magical... thanks for making this! I LOVE the colors!!

Honestly was one of the first videos in a good bit that I watched and was sad to see end. LOVE the footage results- so so dreamy. Beautiful stuff

Really great film, Evan. Glad I discovered your page. You're one hell of a storyteller.

I'm shocked to see this quality considering how many subscribers you have. I loved the video and subscribed right away. It really reminds me of my old Casio digicam that my father bought me way back in middle school.

That was an outstanding story and really makes you want to take a step back and reassess things. 10/10.

Really loved how you have a style to show what you are showing

Absolutely beautiful work, these lenses and even some newer ones like Vivitar look so good. I just got my first old used lens, a Vivitar 28mm which will be 42mm on APS-C, and I'm really excited to use it by itself and see what I can do. After all, like you said, limitation *is* the mother of creation! Amazing video

I have been making little KZfaq videos for about 7 months now. I doubt I will ever make something as good as this. Simply wonderful. My brain is telling me it took you a great deal of time and effort. But my heart says its relaxed, effortless, mesmerizing. Marvelous. The lesson is well taught. The idea is conveyed. I am inspired. Awed. Daunted. Impressed. Just lovely. Thank you....

Insane end result, fantastic job. Thanks for the great vid!

Didn't expect this video to inspire me this much , your words provoked many thoughts on my head

Wow I'm glad I found you! You're an old soul sounding ahead of even your own time. Keep on truckin'

Damn, those vintage lenses are definitely giving this video o strong nostalgic vibe

This channel is gonna blow up, I know for sure

the storytelling is so on point!! love it, man!!

This was the first video of yours I watched, I have now watched all of the main channel ones and I am for sure here to stay! This is a fantastic channel Evan!

This, is what true art, and passion for the craft look like... Thank you, I wish you the best in your future endeavors, and will tag along for the ride.

I love the inspiration, method, mindset, everything. REALLY LIKE YOUR COLORS!!! And the use of vintage lenses is sick. Subscription well earned friend

Glad I found your channel and this beautiful gem of a video. Looks like a classy professional documentary cine video from the 80's. Loved the story, the audio bgm, voice over, and man I'm in love in with the colors (my favorite). Wow! This became my motivational video to lift myself. Thank you for this lovely gem! Earned a subscriber ! ❤

…. The moment the old footage began. I smiled ! So good

I came across your video quite by accident. I have no words; the video is great. I like the custom wood grip for the camera, but I really liked the emotions in the video you made with that little old lens and your story about the limitations. You made me think about my life when you said, "It's made me think; I wonder what obstacles I'm dealing with right now and look back fondly. So I guess this is a reminder to myself to learn a lesson that I can from the limitations I have now before they are gone."

man, you're very creative and those footages are unique and beautiful. instant subscribe!

Just stumbled across this and am so happy that I did, it has made my day. Thanks Evan.

Beautiful footage - love the colour palette and the grain - real vintage look. Somehow, the ‘impurities’ make the footage tell more of the story. Also, love the soundscape and philosophical narration - this brings out more of the art form of what photography is about instead of the usual endless ream of mere technical videos out there. And, as a layman, also enjoyable and informative to keep up with. Beautiful work - you have real originality and great film making/ story telling abilities. PS: The scrap wood rig is superb.

Why am i crying the whole video ? How the process of the creation can be so emotionnal ?

Amazing video. Great premise and the heart of it was present throughout. Subscribed.

The results are insane!! Soo good

Man, your storytelling is impeccable! This video is such an inspiration for me to get back to work! Thank you! ❤❤

Such a great video Evan. Well done.

Really great stuff. I've often been the type of person to pine after new gear, going so far as to refuse to work on projects because "I didn't have the right gear". I was young and foolish in those days, and I've come a long way- but I certainly never had the discipline and wisdom you have. I really wish I did. These types of videos are just down right inspiring. Thank you.

❤ I gained a lot from this, notably inspiration. Thank you Evan. PS great music choice.

Exceptional story and a beautiful end result. What's stayed with me the most is when you said, "learn the lesson that I can from the limitations I have now before they are gone".

bro the fact that you only have 300 subs is mind bogoling

This was beautiful! Enjoy the limitations, so that you can appreciate the steps forward!

Awesome video. Priceless camera rig and ideas!

This is the story I came to hear --and I loved it. Great job 💯

I love this channel, the whole vibe is just unmatched

Super solid work. Love the story telling!

Great video, Evan. Awesome vintage look. Cheers from São Paulo, Brazil.

A simple story elegantly told. Really well done. Style is based on limitation. I'm a new subscriber and I look forward to more. Thank you.

this is great man, thank you so much for putting this work out!

Bro, you're my new hero from now on. This has to be the best video I've ever seen on KZfaq. Keep up the good work and take care, man!

What a great video, love your mindset. I too have a collection of old project pieces which I can recall all the uses of, feels very familiar. End result was well worth the effort

damn, what a great story and philosophy. i’m excited to follow your journey. you’ve got a great camera presence. reminds me of the neistat brothers but doesn’t feel like mimicry, just an evolution of the form with your voice. dig it.

Thank you for a terrific piece of work.

0 $ camera gave us a priceless experience. Masterful storytelling. Thank you.

surprisingly, touching, and deep. Impressed, genuinely. Love your style, subbed

Evan what the heck!! You are an AMAZING cinimatographer and narrator, and your projects are so cool! I am so glad that I found your channel and I will be checking it often for new content.

Evan, this was stunning! Excellent video! Thanks for this, going to pull out some of my old gear and play around 😁

Wow, this is amazing! I love old lenses too and use them on my Sony A7III, but the footage that you get out of this camera is amazing!

I love the dreamy vibe of this video, the blurry lens distortion at the corners is amazing

Found your channel today, I love it. Keep up the good work man !!!! Cheers from Portugal

Loved the tone, the results and overall philosophy of the video. You earned yourself a subscriber !

Loved watching this. Excited to see more of your content, Evan 🙂

this was an amazing watch damn, saving this as an inspiration. KEEP IT UP MAN

Congrats on 2K! i just got my first camera and have been getting loads of videos on my page and this is by far the best one!!

Love the approach towards gear vs getting the shot. I always try to stay as nimble as i can. It boosts creativity in several ways. Nice story!

MAN THIS IS AN INCREDIBLE footage!

Man, that was inspirational! Not only the visuals were on an other level, but the Voiceover was crisp! Keep up the great work!!

this is so inspiring and the colorgrading is beautiful

I really expected to scroll down after watching this video to see your subscriber count in the hundred thousands. Really great storytelling, and I loved the footage at the end of course!