Photography On Location: The Tire Shop

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Photography On Location: The Tire Shop

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Here’s another on-location video for you. This time I’m traveling far into the field, deep into the wilderness. It’s an expedition so grand that it would make Sir Ernest Shackleton himself quiver in his boots.
Nah, I’m just going to Anaheim.
You may know Anaheim as the home to Disneyland and the Mighty Ducks, but I know it as a place with a cool-looking tire shop where I made a KZfaq video about taking pictures with my 6x17 camera. And hey here comes a spoiler alert. Seriously, don’t read any further if you want your surprises un-spoiled in this video. Are you ready? Okay here goes. I shot it on CineStill 800T film. teehee I know! So exciting! Before this outing, I’d never shot CineStill before. It was an experience. A learning experience, no doubt. But I am happy with the results. It’s a fun film to use.
Now I of course shot it on Kodak Portra 400, too. I’m comfortable with that film and I didn’t want to blow this shoot trying something new - especially on a film that costs fourteen bucks a roll. Portra was kind of my failsafe here. So on top of watching me descend into madness trying to make this composition happen, you’ll also get to see these 2 films compared. So you know, a fun time was had by all!
The camera you see me using in this video is a Shen Hao TFC 617-A with a Rodenstock 115mm lens. I use this combo A LOT for my “architectural” work. And I put “architectural” in quotes because I don’t really consider these types of photos architectural. They’re more like my slow, tripod-based attempt at street photography. Okay I know it’s not “street” photography as we all know it, but I guess I consider it some sort of hybrid between architectural, landscape, and street photography. I need to come up with a name for it.
Anyway, thanks for watching!
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@bobsykes 3 жыл бұрын

“I’m not sure this film works on anything other than gas stations at night.” These on location videos are so entertaining!

@BraeHunziker 3 жыл бұрын

3 minutes in and I’m already taking notes. Toothpick… brilliant.

@vigodrakken7916 3 жыл бұрын

Make sure you get them Toothpicks from Peak Design 🧐

@tangyorange6509 3 жыл бұрын

Brae Hunziker

@sethbourget680 3 жыл бұрын

The tires in front of the garage door really add to the scene.

@paulhargreaves1497 3 жыл бұрын

But i'd have laid the front one on it's side.........

@ThomasHeatonPhoto 3 жыл бұрын

Another well made, entertaining video. A Great image too. I love the persistence and foresight in your photography, something I wish I had more of 👍👍

@nilosan 3 жыл бұрын

I read this comment with your voice in mind, Thomas LOL :)

@davidlomaintewa7451 3 жыл бұрын

I loved that cinestill photo. Cant wait to see more.

@juanpatricio9204 3 жыл бұрын

It all starts with a toothpick Thomas :-)

@aaronza7218 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely a relaxing content as well.

@mattdayphoto 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this one, man. ❤️

@nickcarverphoto 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, my man. Means a lot coming from you.

@TheKetchupPacket 3 жыл бұрын

A @Matt Day and @Nick Carver video on the same day? And about Large Format ? Wearing hats? More proof that they are the same person. :)

@Anon54387 3 жыл бұрын

@@nickcarverphoto Hiya, Nick, a question from someone not familiar with filming for movies. You mentioned that reciprocity is not encountered in a movie camera. Is that simply because they run 24 frames a second through them and thus there is no prolonged exposure time? Have you considered, if you want to block a streetlight out, making a blind that can hook over those thumb screws on your camera so you don't have to tie up a hand holding it? Also, it'll reduce the chance you might shake the camera during a timed exposure. You were concerned that the piece of plastic blinding the streetlight might show up in the photo. If you had it mounted rather than hand held you could look through the view finder to verify it isn't. Just a thought.

@Anon54387 3 жыл бұрын

@@nickcarverphoto Great photo, and those two tires standing on their treads by the bay door farthest from the street add that little something that makes it even more interesting.

@mariomelillo3770 3 жыл бұрын

“Not sure this film works on anything other than gas stations at night…” that statement alone was worth the price of admission!!! Lol!

@rogergrigg5307 3 жыл бұрын

Another Nick Carver Video...Its like opening a present at Christmas...not sure what you will get, but you know it will be just what you'll love.

@timrb 3 жыл бұрын

I like the way the CineStill give a bit of a slight sickly green tint to the fluro lights rather than the warm cast the Portra gives. The shot feels more sunlit with the Portra whereas the Cinestill is more "hey, look at this shop, it's not natural!" and I love that juxtaposition.

@kathyjurgens7153 3 жыл бұрын

And we loved just the trace of red from the halation... It couldn't make up for the neon signs being off, but it still managed to add that nice bit of red.

@tomhath8413 3 жыл бұрын

I expect fluorescent lights to look kind of green in a picture. What I grew up with.

@TheNathanMChannel 3 жыл бұрын

So I was getting new tires the other day, and there's this road worker in the median making survey measurements. The weird thing is that there was no guy with the stick to be found. I thought the guy was up to no good. I got closer but then it was clear that he had a toothpick in his mouth. I immediately retreated.

@RandyPollock 3 жыл бұрын

The cut to you with your head on the steering wheel is what true photographers look like many more times than I like to admit...Job well done getting the shot!

@viaconqueso 3 жыл бұрын

“I’m not actually sure this film works on anything other than gas stations at night...” Well played, sir, well played.

@Nat.ImagesLarge.F.Photographer 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic,real photography, analog forever!

@tylerhuttosmith 3 жыл бұрын

Dude, you’re one of my favorite photographers to follow. Even when nothing seems to be going your way in the videos, it’s inspiring to watch you find ways to make it work. Thank you

@scottternan105 3 жыл бұрын

I love the two tires on the ground.

@angryanimaldoc 3 жыл бұрын

I like the failure parts. Most youtubers just post the successful situation. Seeing you fail, while comical, is actually informative. I drove by a place 2x a week for a year before I made the image. Granted it was on my way to work and I only work 2 days a week, but still.

@andrewhowarth4578 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful example of why we put effort into our images. Personally I like the Cinestill version a wee bit more. But it's more about the process than the result, which is the reason we shoot film. Andy

@AllSortsOfScripts Жыл бұрын

The standing tires are the heroes for me

@davidellinsworth22 3 жыл бұрын

Nick Carver on Location!!!!!!!! Yes!!!!!!!

@JTobiason 3 жыл бұрын

That one tire just hanging out in front of the garage really makes the image.

@justins2151 3 жыл бұрын

These videos can always help me destress. Everything about these location videos is so serene to me, I'll come back to them several times if I need to wind down after a rough day. Maybe it's the pacing, no over the top and unnecessary high-energy edits, just slow and serene like the pics. Thanks Nick!

@rob-merica 3 жыл бұрын

Why are all his videos so dang entertaining?

@mattl347 3 жыл бұрын

Another classic. I can see the toothpick making a regular appearance in more videos. Keep up the great work Nick.

@PMCN53 3 жыл бұрын

I know the frustration...I once went to a location (sunrise over an ocean pool with glassy water in the pool. Always had some crazy person swimming laps in the middle of winter. I went 10 times to get that particular shot. The 10th time I was just expecting the same as the other times,....BUT, this time there was no one there, the conditions were perfect, I was so excited to finally get the shot. Patience and persistence is often a requirement.

@jonjanson8021 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos that make me realise that I'm not the only one who screws up, like wrong place, wrong time, wrong gear, and then forget to rotate the frikkin' rotating back! :) Great idea! I'm gettin' a box of tooth picks! No one messes with a toothpick chewer.

@FrankRomerophoto Жыл бұрын

It's the trees that make this great. We live in the desert and there are trees! :)

@KyleBevis-u7j 3 жыл бұрын

This is my favourite photography youtube channel by a country mile. Nick is calm and collected opposed to how most hosts are screaming in your face and paranoid you have the attention span of a mosquito. The fact that Nick also shows the whole process - the skill, knowledge, technical expertise and patience you need to make great art - is a gift. Thanks for sharing this with us Nick. You're a true master!

@mlk4343 3 жыл бұрын

I really like the cinestill one! The deep blue sky is haunting

@BackFocus11 3 жыл бұрын

Look at that… Nick Carver has another filmolicious video out. Awesome!

@kathyjurgens7153 3 жыл бұрын

We settled in together on the sofa and put our feet up, ready to sit back and enjoy. And we did. And, since I've not seen anyone else say it here, we love the music, the bit with the fire, all of it.

@tonygreenwoodN10 3 жыл бұрын

A Photo Archaeologist from the Future...now that's what I want to be when I grow up

@jackmatthews9390 3 жыл бұрын

Alright, cinestill and a toothpick. Got it. Thank you Nick I love these.

@randallherreraNyc 3 жыл бұрын

those were some strong "SIR!"' 's .. very assertive.. i'm going to have to get me some tooth picks...

@ryanehoward 3 жыл бұрын

First of all I love these videos. I GREATLY appreciate that you show the frustrations of shooting on location. As for Cinestill vs Portra. That's a tough one. The Cinestill looks more lonesome and desolate with the cooler tones. The portrait evokes a place that while not exactly welcoming at least wasn't abandoned by people, if that makes sense.

@ChristineWilsonPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

Love it, cars parked in front of buildings you want to photograph , just does you in, your perseverance is next level

@jaytolbert7538 3 жыл бұрын

Just yesterday was thinking, "It's been a while since seeing Nick." And here you are! Turned a miserable, rainy day (week) in the PNW into a great escape.

@Anon54387 3 жыл бұрын

That's the advantage of being in the PSW. Hardly ever a cloud, but you bake your balls off.

@sks1213 3 жыл бұрын

I pass by an old Firestone garage almost 3 times a week. I can confirm, that those neon signs at dusk are glorious ! And, there is a railway across from that location. I might snap a picture or two soon.

@schadlarry 3 жыл бұрын

You know Nick is a true professional. Stays in character for the final shoot..... the toothpick!

@Klemensie 3 жыл бұрын

Best one since the laundromat, which is maybe my favourite photography video on YT. I hope the cine version will grow on you, it has a lot of character.

@elizabethlee6077 3 жыл бұрын

Came out great. Tires out front make it 👌🏻 remember those expensive new 55 mistakes though.

@joerainbow4173 3 жыл бұрын

"Leaks Light Diagnosis 50 years". Man what a sign! I just chuckle all the way through your vids and love what you do. Great result, like the eerie mood of the cinestill and think the cooler tones suit the scene more. STill love Portra 400 though :)

@andrewfrost8866 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree with your motivation, and what fantastic results you achieve!!

@AnyM4jorDude 3 жыл бұрын

I'm drawn to the coldness of the Cinestill photos. It accentuates the loneliness and independence of an early shift life. The pink halo is an awesome contrast for the cool fluorescence lighting. I thought you were going to swallow the toothpick on a few occasions.

@Dombennezon 3 жыл бұрын

Love these vids and love the architectural shots of classic American scenes. They’re what people outside America want America to be. 👍

@c141charlie 3 жыл бұрын

Why are videos of a dude taking pictures of mundane buildings so damn cool and so damn interesting? Must be the photographer.

@kapurar 3 жыл бұрын

Great to see you back doing an on location video. Thank you!

@ceal2656 3 жыл бұрын

love the experience you share with us, from planning to final shot. from technical to simple advice, from why to how.... I alway wait for the weekend to see your new on location videos, so I can dedicate quality time to see them.

@adventure_photo 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. For me I really need to see those signs lit for this photo to be engaging. I like how you said it tells a story which is pretty cool. I know it was beyond your control but imagine how much juicier the result would have been with sign lights on. I admire your persistence and commitment. 👌

@wiersmabrent 3 жыл бұрын

Can’t get enough of these On Location videos. Cinestill at peak light is my favorite photo, I like the cold colors of the storefront over portra.

@GertJanGroeninckx 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely video to go with my morning coffee, thanks Nick!

@billbasta8481 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sticking it out. Great video! Even better photographs!!!! Love the comparison of the CineStill 800T to the Portra 400. I can't decide which I like better either.

@alisinclair8529 3 жыл бұрын

Yay another video, your youtuber merch should be the high vis vest 😂

@Themrjoliveira 3 жыл бұрын

Please never stop making these vids.I have never owned a camera and you are making me wanna become a medium format photographer .

@larrymartin9307 3 жыл бұрын

The way it really is sometimes. Thanks.

@Patrickthe1st 3 жыл бұрын

The most entertaining photography video i've watched to be honest.

@RostykMakushak 3 жыл бұрын

Nick Carver, you are the man! :-) I am your big fan from up north 🇨🇦 Loving all your videos - I often rewatch them just for my viewing pleasure! I must confess - they inspired me to get out and enjoy photography again! And by the way - sometimes I use the safety vest as well!!! :))) And oh gosh... how I understand your frustration when things don't align perfectly for the shot... but oh boy how it is satisfying when things come together!

@evgenygorshkov9893 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nick ! yeah... you are SOOOO purposeful and persistent ! Probably that's why your photos are great and videos are so interesting . Good luck ! With Respect to you and your creation . Evgeny from Russia

@justinw1563 3 жыл бұрын

I'm digging the Portra shot more. I like the warm tones myself, but I know there are a ton of folks who love CineStill, and ain't nothing wrong with that!

@Photoped 3 жыл бұрын

Holy S**t I have felt this pain so many times. This video has every single point of annoyance and struggle that's goes into a single image. Thanks for everything Nick.

@rnasution1704 3 жыл бұрын

That urban camo is genius, I'm gonna use it next time 👍

@janneolsson4438 2 жыл бұрын

That rehearsal of lines in the car: "SIR!" :-D Nice vid, nice pic. Thanks!

@BenMargolius 3 жыл бұрын

Holy, Negative Feedback, Matt Day, and Nick Carver videos, all within 24 hours of each other! :O What did I do to deserve this!!!

@cl4ym4n 3 жыл бұрын

The evening just got a whole lot better

@edmontonian5270 3 жыл бұрын

Great commentary on this one. I enjoyed hanging out with 4am Nick. Juuuuuuuuust a little more manic than you usually present yourself ;-) I think I prefer the Portra image in this one - for what it's worth.

@gregkiserphotography 3 жыл бұрын

I love how you mentioned that you are like an archeologist when you do these types of photographs. I've never thought about it like that when I am doing my decay photography, but you nailed just how it feels for me. I look for those little clues in the scene to tell the story of what happened with the subject and then try to convey it all through the picture. Love your videos because they really do show the difficulties that most have no idea exist when it comes to "taking a picture."

@AldermanFredCDavis 3 жыл бұрын

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE when you take us along with you on your shooting and location scouting expeditions and share your thought processes. GREAT stuff!

@extremelydave 3 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, more input from the master of goodness.....OMG!!!! A he has a fridge JUST for film!!! Be still my heart!!! You ARE the man Nick. One of the handful of automatic likes. Keep snappin' those images!!!!

@ZeLoShady 3 жыл бұрын

Great image Nick! It would be great to see you and GrainyDays do a collaboration video. I think the two of you together would be very entertaining. Different styles, different workflows but the same love for shooting film!

@sonamhf 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome back Nick. Great image and lovely composition. I was going to say that you should've moved the camera a little to the right so that the "T" in "TIRE" was fully visible but then the tree would've blocked the windshield of the bus.

@brandonphx79 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Nick. I died laughing at the Cinestill gas station joke. You mentioned that you don't film a lot of on location because sometimes it is a lot of failing before you get the shot. I actually love seeing that persistence in your videos. Social media has a way of distorting people's view of reality and you see all these great images and when I go out the light doesn't work, or there's no clouds so the image is just boring, and I get frustrated. It's good for people to see that you are actually just working hard for the images you get and you sometimes have to keep going back to get the image you want. I've been trying to incorporate that more into my photography and it has helped a ton.

@jillhisbrook9208 3 жыл бұрын

I like the flutteries!

@Pastenes 3 жыл бұрын

You need an online merch store that includes items such as reflective vests and toothpicks 😁. Great video.

@RS-Amsterdam 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nick, love the shots, well done, love those old American garage pictures of that period. Little site note to the approach of the owner. You should have taking a more personal approach towards him, instead of an email. Show him your work, ask him about the history, his business etc. and ...wether he could put the lights on for one night (check the weather forecast first) . We do this all the time over here with people and you would be surprised what a little chat can accomplish. Let me give you an example, a friend of mine was allowed to come up into the cabin of a huge crane just 2 months ago and the guy turned it around 360 degrees so he could take shots for a huge panorama, all that for a copy of the panorama shot and a cake for him and his colleagues.

@KyleBevis-u7j 3 жыл бұрын

The light was out, broken. No amount of personal fluff would fix that.

@samhartfieldlewis5247 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I prefer a face to face chat about stuff, emails don’t really get across tone and personality. Nice one take care

@hmuz8388 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure this film works on anything other than gas stations at night…SHOTS FIRED!

@graemehayhoe3141 3 жыл бұрын

Simply the best content on KZfaq - well worth the wait. You should have a TV show!

@southernbiscuits1275 3 жыл бұрын

Your explanation of why you take photos like this one was perfect. Great job!

@tplyons5459 3 жыл бұрын

I use the Rodenstock 115mm on my 5x7 and love it. It's equal to 23.5mm on full frame sensor.

@torbennielsen7642 3 жыл бұрын

Hard work pays of. Great picture Nick.

@bodythetan 3 жыл бұрын

Let's go. These are always worth the wait

@neml5755 3 жыл бұрын

A great way to end my day. Watching a Nick Carver location film. Top notch as ever. Great to see you work through your frustrations. I love those images. I’m from the UK so I’m really into the locations you shoot. Growing up watching loads of US tv shows these scenes are both familiar and different st the same time. Keep em coming!

@danfry909 3 жыл бұрын

Your relentless persistence is certainly a lesson for me. Thanks for sharing your experience of getting this shot. I love it. I particularly love the CineStill shot, I can almost hear the tubes buzzing with that halo and cooler tone.

@Al_Bx 3 жыл бұрын

One way to get rid of the helation (somewhat) is to use a mist filter. The diffused light "covers" the helation area. Karin Majoka just did a nice comparison of taking pictures with and without a mist filter on her channel. You can also check your fellow angelino Jason from Grainydays who shoots a lot at night with a mist filter, to have an idea of the result.

@DanFox 3 жыл бұрын

You ditched the toothpick too early! 🤣 Great video! Your persistence is an inspiration.

@rafaelcastrocs 3 жыл бұрын

Man I never imagine Nick Carver using a Cinestill film, which make vídeo even better

@borbastian 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your patience! So happy with a new on location film!

@Sawta 3 жыл бұрын

To be honest, I actually really like to see videos like the beginning of this one, where you fail at something. Not because I _want_ to see you fail, but because when I do see you fail, I see the same struggles I deal with myself. Often times I get an idea in my head of the perfect shot, spend the time to drive there, get everything set up and ready to go, and then one minor (or major) thing ruins the entire image. I end up feeling like a "fake" photographer, and that any "real" photographer wouldn't have had that issue, would be able to work around it, or would have seen it a mile away. Seeing something go wrong with other people's shoots helps to remind me that, no, sometimes stuff happens no matter who you are. Just because you put in the effort of going to a location doesn't mean you are entitled to the image you wanted to get. It's a hard pill to swallow, but I'm glad to know that I'm not alone in those failed attempts.

@anonharingenamn 3 жыл бұрын

Such an underrated channel. I have never gone this far for a shot, but I think I should try.

@SuperCD93 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks as always Nick! I loved the cinestill shot!

@francescorossi4189 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nick, very nice video and great suggestion about the use of the toothpick ;-) I think not having the Firestone light on adds to the photo a better equilibrium and I do love the CineStill result. Congratulation!

@Meufel 3 жыл бұрын

Love that plastic bottle in the tree behind you

@CLBMSN 3 жыл бұрын

I think I say this on every on location video but man these are absolute gems, seriously. Top tier photography content on KZfaq Nick!

@filmpjesman1 3 жыл бұрын

Day X of asking Nick to make a photobook of his work; would love to buy that!

@philbraithwaite1316 3 жыл бұрын

Another excellent Nick Carver production. Always watchable, never disappoints.

@grahamhobbs3501 3 жыл бұрын

Love these on location vids - such a real person - talking about what it's really like for us all - with great humour (that's the way we spell it in the UK)

@schylerlewis8467 3 жыл бұрын

I utilize a modified surveyors tripod for my onsite shots. It really adds to the camo! Plus, one of the most stable tripods I have ever shot with!

@RyanLunaPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

All kinds of old buildings on Tustin Ave in Orange. Hell…even an old Firestone shop just like this one. I live off Katella and 55 and constantly think how you’d shoot some of these buildings.

@TheDecguy 3 жыл бұрын

I love it when you search out these locations for a shoot. As I watched I started thinking about light painting the Firestone sign. I’ve never tried doing any light painting but this video made me think about giving it a try.

@taestell 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if these vintage Firestone neon signs are more rare in California, but here in the Midwest there are a lot of these that are actually illuminated every night. I'll have to make an effort to photograph these now.