My BEST Photography Tips for Intermediate/Advanced Photographers.

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Here are my best photography tips, all in one video. This is a compilation of what I think is all the most helpful photography advice that I've given over all of the videos on this channel, from composition tips, editing pointers and even photography theory. I hope it helps!
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@slowlyrusting4044 4 жыл бұрын

I really don't understand all this talk about being bored and going mad while in isolation. I am having the best of times photographing the laces on my shoes. Do you ever wonder if two 1lb. bags of frozen peas have the exact same count of peas ? They don't, one of my bags was off by 6. Why don't the fish in my aquarium look towards the camera when I have spent a great deal of time setting up the shot ? Why is my cat able to get all the fish to look at him, he doesn't even own a camera !!! Guess the joke is on the fish...

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Haha, I needed that belly laugh, thanks!

@anandhua.b4589 4 жыл бұрын

username checks out

@joostgerritsen7104 4 жыл бұрын

You need a fisheye lens, make them feel comfortable, talk to them. Try to be on the same Zen level.

@slowlyrusting4044 4 жыл бұрын

@@joostgerritsen7104 Fisheye lens. Why didn't I think of that. I believe you have solved my dilemma. Thanks Joost.

@lelandsmith2320 3 жыл бұрын

There was an old guy on the Caribbean coast who said one was not accomplished in life until he learned to enjoy watching the zinc (roof) rust.

@joekoz451 4 жыл бұрын

Shooting RAW + jpeg and editing the RAW to resemble the jpeg is one of the best pieces of advice one can give someone relatively new at digital editing. Excellent tip.

@Smeeble09 Жыл бұрын

I am genuinely watching this two years later, and yes I very much remember covid lockdown. Found these videos actually from the backpack one, and have gone back to the start to go through them all as they're enjoyable and often useful. Keep up the great work.

@TroyHomenchuk 4 жыл бұрын

In teaching, I've noticed that out of a class of 20 students, if I have them all draw or even trace the same thing, I'll have 20 distinctly different results. Your tips will produce in each photographer a variety of workflows and therefore results. So I still see value in the whole photo tips thing. Thanks.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Troy! :)

@pixlplague 4 жыл бұрын

You know I try to post at least one silly comment per video you post, but now I'll be serious: your positivity in this shite storm (and in general) is truly admirable! When I watch other photographers, even if I love their content, I get discouraged because I get self-conscious. I almost quit photography many times, but then I watch your vids and give myself another chance! When I watch your videos I feel like there might be hope for me as a photographer after all. It's in large part due to your personality. Thanks mate. We need more folks like you out there!

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much mate! Don't give up - we're all making it up as we go along :)

@gregcampbell4467 4 жыл бұрын

You've gotten so good. It feels like a conversation, even though you're in an home office looking into a camera on a desk. The editing is good, including your animated title cards. And the editing intentionally adds to the essential JP humor. It seems as so ... you. We come back every video, strangely less for the tips, more for the James.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

That's so heartwarming to hear Greg - thanks so much :)

@andylawn9521 4 жыл бұрын

I think that's so true of all the good tubers, they all do it their way. But create an engagement between viewer and viewer.👍

@andrewgallup3890 4 жыл бұрын

This is one of your best videos. You might add "look over your shoulder" if the image in front is not all you want it is possible the one behind is glorious. It may be rare but it does happen.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew! And nice tip :)

@defconzero 4 жыл бұрын

That happened to me the other day and honestly it's a great feeling to see a 4/10 composition, trying to make it work, then glancing over your shoulder and seeing a 7/10 composition, and you end up getting a much better photo than you would have if you hadn't simply turned around.

@TW7 4 жыл бұрын

Only photography KZfaqr who actually makes me laugh, keep it up James!

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers buddy! :)

@michaelballance1893 4 жыл бұрын

@@JamesPopsysPhoto I agree. Good use of humour and enthusiasum. Not overdone like some others. No names mentioned.

@gallienus2000 4 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more: a wonderful, wry sense of humor.

@MamboFerido 4 жыл бұрын

Check grainydays too mate!

@evanhebert3458 3 жыл бұрын

Highly agree

@just_cody3569 4 жыл бұрын

You’re the first person I’ve come across that flat out says that we shouldn’t play hard and fast with “your” rules. Skill comes from a collection of instruction and practice. And you’ve hit it on the head my man. Love it.

@MaxArceus 3 жыл бұрын

"If you're watching this in 2 years time, it's currently the corona lockdown. Remember that?" *me, who is from about 1 year in the future:* Heh.. heh.. y.yeah, I, eh.. I remember that. *nervously looks around , still in lockdown*

@hoodie3810 3 жыл бұрын

This video auto-played after I'd been watching a lecture playlist for uni (because KZfaq clearly knows me too well). I had the lecture videos playing at 1.25x speed, and it took me a while to figure out why you sounded so funny

@DanaPushie 10 ай бұрын

Hi James, this is me, pretending I'm an intermediate/advanced photographer. Great stuff James! I cannot stand listening to photographers who give their opinions as if they are facts. On the other hand I appreciate good advice, given by those with more experience than I have. Which is just about everyone. Thank you for sharing. Cheers.

@Just_Call_Me_Tim 9 ай бұрын

If no one has said it: The triangle above you without the motor would be "hang-gliding" and with a motor would probably just be some kind of "ultralight." The people you saw in Switzerland were "paragliding." I know I'm three years late, so you probably already know, but I thought I'd try to help at least a little in return for all the help youve shared with all of us. Your honest delivery is refreshing!

@andrewjordan8801 2 жыл бұрын

And here I am, watching this in two year's time.

@AndrewBerube41 Жыл бұрын

Your intro is hilarious because I actually am watching this in 2 years time hahahaha

@mattscott573 4 жыл бұрын

I love the "exercise" tip, about going out with only 1 lens (a prime). I'm giving that a go. I've also started trying back-button focussing. I've always put it off cos it sounded confusing, but you made the reasoning for it so much clearer. Thanks James. 👍

@alexandermckown1409 4 ай бұрын

Your directness, and self-deprecation approach is refreshing.

@dojoquintana 4 жыл бұрын

I always love the British Humor. The fact that you have injected that in your videos makes them even more enjoyable than they already are. Cheers, James!

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Daniel, much appreciated my friend :)

@stevegates2 4 жыл бұрын

You are a breath of fresh air, you don't try a push your view across as your way is the only way. Just honest and good advice. Keep up the good work.

@markusdammasch9108 4 жыл бұрын

One of your best videos yet... Rather than just the usual very funny rambling, it's loaded with useful info.

@666dieratte 4 жыл бұрын

I have to say all your tips a great, but number 9 was a real and honest tip. None of us can say we do the best photography, but we can learn and adjust to what is right by us. Well, thank you, James. Keep up the good work

@kaichuuuuuu 3 жыл бұрын

The "photo about" tip really made sense. I do automotive photography and I always was moved by the shots where the subject (the car) wasn't exactly blown up in the shot but couldn't figure out why I liked them so much and what I was missing in my shots but now I think I know :)

@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James! Great advice!

@loveyourlens 9 ай бұрын

Love this and glad to have found you. So much sense and great humour.

@BigRey305 2 жыл бұрын

Seen hundreds of videos.. This one here stands above alot.

@georgeyoung2990 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Best thoughts I have ever heard on Photography.

@JBGuarino43 4 жыл бұрын

Love your approach and humility and honesty. Refreshing and more engaging so you gained a fan. Keep up the great content.

@lisarobertson7011 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you James - picked up some great tips and love your humour!

@stevemozzie6497 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making me smile James.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Steve :)

@miguelnunes4518 3 жыл бұрын

your humor...! Love it! great video again! Happy to be a new follower!

@jeffstephens5266 4 жыл бұрын

The most entertaining while educational photography channel on KZfaq. Keep up the good work

@robertanderson3446 4 жыл бұрын

I just came across your videos. They're great, so I subscribed. Haven't learned a whole yet, but I will be looking for more from you. Thanks, James.

@jonlouis2582 4 жыл бұрын

This is such a breath of fresh air, so many photography videos are chock full of insufferable characters and people shilling expensive gear. Thanks for not being one of them.

@moisescugat3948 3 жыл бұрын

The more I watch your videos the more I like them. THANKS A LOT for sharing these accidental nuggets of wisdom...

@wildwisdomjourneys7221 4 жыл бұрын

Love this digest of your best photography tips so I can find them in one place, experiment with them, and discover the ones that work best for me. Thanks heaps for this video and your ever-entertaining natural humor. Stay well & safe, Sylvia

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Sylvia :)

@tjsinva 4 жыл бұрын

Best concept by far: "Create curiosity" Rock on!

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :)

@debbys-abqnm4537 4 жыл бұрын

Next video: "indoor photography tips", then "how to convince cats that your camera is not a gun so they don't stop goofing around and run away".

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

haha! Coming right up! :)

@debbys-abqnm4537 4 жыл бұрын

@@JamesPopsysPhoto -- seriously, experience tells me that adult cats can recognize all forms of camera and carry complex release forms on themselves at all times. Note that kittens can be easier to fool 😺😼😸🐱

@VlogPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

Great video James. Really funny at points. Keep up the great work. Thanks for sharing 😊

@RichardOldroyd 4 жыл бұрын

Top class advice mate.

@paulhenshall7849 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks James . Another great video your approach to this channel is informative and always a joy to watch , Thank you

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Paul :)

@rAwrz65 4 жыл бұрын

I love how im watching this video in the background while taking photos of pencils at home.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

haha! :)

@LukasVanImpePersonalaccount 4 жыл бұрын

Great message ! 100% right!

@markgoodchild998 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Very concise and insightful. There are lots of nuggets to take away and digest contained within. Excellent content, James!

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Mark :)

@tomilayoolatunde2609 2 жыл бұрын

Your facial expressions have to be the funniest, it cracks me up

@wikwhatiknow3540 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips, you inspire me to get to photography again. More power to you sir! The humor is a big plus, I personally dig it! cheers!

@yaacovtench3060 4 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for sharing these advices I found them very helpful

@ceddavinci2035 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Gerard!

@iKeto_gal 4 жыл бұрын

Love you James 💕 Thanks for keeping me entertained during this “stuck at home” pandemic. It helps the insanity of feeling like a prisoner in our own homes

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and hang in there :)

@jazlynburrell400 Жыл бұрын

this is the best darn video i've seen for photography

@stew_redman 4 жыл бұрын

The about/of tip - spot on.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear :)

@analogoutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! All kinds of light, and more to a photo than that.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mike :)

@cobus770105 4 жыл бұрын

The only channel where you can find the theory and approach to photography in stead of the usual technical stuff. This is much more valuable - how to think about your photography.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, great to hear :)

@claire7142 4 жыл бұрын

You might think we are all just muddling along and you're probably right. But if just one of your tips connects with one person, causing a lightbulb to go on, then your advice has been extremely helpful. Not only that, it may just give that one person the impetus to keep trying when giving up seems a better option. So keep it up James :)

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Claire :)

@joshuacanter477 Жыл бұрын

I am actually just finding your channel and seeing this for the first time in 2022 and that line about watching this in two years made laugh

@hyland1984 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers James. For me the main tip from this video is adding seasoning into landscapes. Not really a fan of landscapes, but let's see what a bit of flavouring will do... for me, the greatest show on earth is humanity. So capturing it at it wildest, bizarrest, funniest etc.. moments, is what photography is about. Photography is remembering all things past. And that's the beauty

@sweeperdave1 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff!

@davidalliger 4 жыл бұрын

I waited all day to enjoy a new James Popsys video, and you never disappoint. How you do not have millions of subscribers dumbfounds me. Stay safe James.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much David :)

@keithnisbet 4 жыл бұрын

You have a wonderful presentation personality and a real skill at conveying worthwhile, helpful information. Thanks

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Keith :)

@dxc3190 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant as always...my Mr Miagi of photography 😆

@dermusikman Жыл бұрын

I remember! Cheers!

@todaysworldjw 4 жыл бұрын

Top tips, cheers James 👍

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :)

@kristofferryan2902 Жыл бұрын

OMG I'm watching this after 2 years just like you said at the start of the video! Oh and yes I definitely remember the covid lockdown!

@udaybhaskar448 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for great tips, 9th was absolutely genius indeed...!!!

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :)

@davidkyle5017 4 жыл бұрын

James, you've once again provided valuable insight and entertainment in one fell swoop. Cheers for that. I particularly liked your puzzle piece comment, that hit home as an approach to dealing with too much info in a scene. Thanks. BTW, your cheeky music at the end is too snarky and appreciated.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

haha, cheers David :)

@treyfoerster8759 4 жыл бұрын

Outstanding as usual. Maintain sanity my friend!

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate, thanks for watching :)

@Mishuwine Жыл бұрын

The paradox is really just a reason to remember that tips are only just tips. Make out of it whatever you would like, use it, or just consider it

@kevinwalker4602 4 жыл бұрын

Love your videos, you really make me laugh......You never take yourself seriously 👍👍👍👍

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Kevin! :)

@noreenoshea2883 4 жыл бұрын

Interesting tips. Thanks for sharing.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :)

@EliMBrown Жыл бұрын

Watching this in two years time. I do. I do remember that

@vargavideo 4 жыл бұрын

Good tips all. For me, the standout is # 3 Speed. Speaks to capturing moments, not just scenes. Thanks!

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much :)

@edgarhaner1949 3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the dry humour

@nomadicjosh 4 жыл бұрын

"Photography is an Art." This is truth!!!!

@qlogic74 4 жыл бұрын

Aaaaaahhhhhh i REALLY like the use of a jpeg as a guide. I have never done any photo editing and find it hard to adjust a picture without just randomly moving sliders and “see what happens”. But with the jpeg as a “baseline” to shoot for in your editing is a great idea. Good on you brother 👍

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear mate :)

@billkipper3264 4 жыл бұрын

Tip #10: If you cant' find a person to add scale and story to a photo then sheep will work in a pinch. Baaaa.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Not your first rodeo I see :)

@andremaha Жыл бұрын

I love your channel! Hilarious!

@tonyp1340 29 күн бұрын

Another fantastic video James. Loved the analogies, the humour and the tips you offer. All good. Sorry you had to get a photo of the Wanaka Willow without its lower branch. I think it was vandalised about 2020 just after I got my opportunity. Probably NZs most famous tree. Anyway, this is just to say thanks for the effort you put in and the 'lessons' laced with your sense of fun. Cheers from NZ.

@joepalmer75 4 жыл бұрын

Valuable video. Your tip #7 is right on. Thank you.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate :)

@franksierow5792 2 жыл бұрын

Some things in this video reminded me of... I am new to photography competitions and I have been chuffed by some of the judges comments I've got: - "I won't forget THIS photograph" (a rather scratched and stained aluminium teapot) - "The exposure is well controlled" (a snow scene in a local park taken with a cheap camera: Pentax Optio W30, on totally automatic) - "Exceptionally striking" (the water-stained underneath of a stone archway, taken with a fairly cheap phone. It looked more boring than I expected so I turned the saturation all the way up, and some amazing blues, greens and yellows appeared out of nowhere, but it still looked like an actual physical thing that could have been painted that way. It was a bit of a fluke that such a simple technique worked so well).

@mrmoth2487 2 жыл бұрын

0:48 "If you're watching this in 2 years' time..." Oh my God it's been two years. It's been two years and we're still here.

@David_Nurse 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video James, you mentioned: "if you are watching this in two years it is currently the CV lockdown, remember that?" I guess we all are longing for the "memory of it" rather than the "experiencing it". And it cheered me up to think that we will get over this. All good "tips" especially the back button focusing. I changed to this after your previous video and would not go back now. I have been trying hard to get the "about something" not "of something" right, it's not easy, but most things worth doing do not come easy eh! Thanks for continuing to upload, stay safe, you and everyone.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching David :)

@TomWindeknecht Жыл бұрын

Whoa! I'm actually watching this two years from now! 😯😁

@digitaltechvs 3 жыл бұрын

Great channel,great video,thanks for share.

@ShBenEd Жыл бұрын

This is two years time, thanks rona is over in Alaska

@AmbientNoir 4 жыл бұрын

ALL HAIL KING JAMES!!! bravo sir!!!

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate :)

@Vartan297 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I think you’re brilliant mate. Should be a tv host. X

@olegvelichko1659 Жыл бұрын

That’s funny. I am indeed watching this two years in the future. Neat that.

@eddiehenrik4869 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed that, thank you. Since we have been in lockdown. My camera has always been with me when I'm walking the dog by our local river. I give myself little projects. ie, birds one day, reflections another etc etc. Just by doing that. I have found my photography has improved, (In my eyes anyway).

@gordonvanbiljon5517 4 жыл бұрын

Nice one James.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate :)

@petersmitham8273 4 жыл бұрын

Cracking photos there matey! ...Love the dog sled/whip picture.....I’d be well pleased with that one!...stay safe..🌈😎

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Peter, I really like it too :)

@alang253 3 жыл бұрын

Regarding anticipation and your custom setting you can switch quickly to- I like to use the "One Push AE" FN button on the G9 to quickly set proper exposure if I get caught in the wrong exposure settings and need to correct everything at the quick push of a button.

@omphilemakiri9655 4 жыл бұрын

Lmho. Weird how as I was watching this I had to make sure that I am subscribed to the channel (which I have been for longer than I can remember, evidently). Great content as per always 😆 .

@katesimpson6114 4 жыл бұрын

Hi James, Great video again, loving the beard and hair - excited to see how big they get in the coming weeks. A few weeks ago I mentioned that I saw Saturday as being “Popsys day”. I need you to know I waited all day yesterday for your update. You were late....... by 24hours. I think you need to think about whether you want “Popsys day” to be Saturday or not. :) Would have messaged earlier however my 6 year old has recently discovered you and wouldn’t let me message as she wanted to watch more and learn more about photography. She’s my favourite child ;) On a serious note, keep the videos coming, they are so welcome in this unfathomable time. You are a pleasure to watch .

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Kate! I managed to miss my Saturday deadline despite having literally nothing else to do - magic! I'll try and ensure it doesn't happen again :) And great to have your daughter on board too!!

@martinhommel9967 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. I value your opinions.

@JamesPopsysPhoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Martin :)

@PhilipSwart 4 жыл бұрын

I like the ripple effect on the lake image. Did a double take!

@johnchedsey1306 2 жыл бұрын

"2 years after the lockdown": Covid is still a huge thing. Anyhow, regarding golden hour, I recently made a comment to "normalize 11 am landscape photography". It's one thing for the hardcore landscape photographers to camp out and set up at dawn at some sight and then only make youtube videos about that singular experience. Many people want to learn how to take good landscape photos at any given time of the day. After all, if you're on a road trip visiting a few national parks, your itinerary won't allow you to be at every landmark at the golden hour. Learn to take a good 11 am shot. Figure out how to use the light of the moment.