Photography On Location: Deterioration in the Desert

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5 жыл бұрын

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Is there anything a photographer loves more than urban decay? I think not. We are moths and urban decay is our flame. It is the honey to our bees. Wait, no. That analogy doesn't make sense. Bees make honey but we don't make urban decay. Okay, okay I got it. Urban decay is the pollen to our bees. Yep, there it is.
I'm no exception. I love shooting old run-down buildings and busted-up things rotting in the desert. And that's why when I first laid eyes on the subject of this video, I couldn't stop thinking about it. I needed to come back. I needed to expose some film because this subject was just too damn good to ignore.
So with my truck loaded up with my Shen-Hao TFC 617-A panoramic camera, a cooler full of Kodak Portra film, and plenty of warm clothing, I ventured out to my pre-scouted location to scratch an itch that had been bugging me for months. And what itch was that? The itch to photograph something rad. Well guess what, baby, I scratched that itch so good. So damn good.
I'm sure I'll get asked where exactly this location is, so I'll just go ahead and address that now: Drive from Orange County to Las Vegas. You'll see it on the way. But if you do visit this location, please be respectful. This site may look dilapidated and neglected, but it's still someone else's land. And for the love of God, don't go paint some wannabe "street art" on anything out there. We have enough of those stupid "obey" faces as it is.
Enjoy this video of me taking pictures!
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@nickcarverphoto 4 жыл бұрын

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@mattdayphoto 5 жыл бұрын

I'm 1:26 in and I'm pausing to say I love this so much.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Matt Day dude you’re the best.

@totallynotpetrvagner 5 жыл бұрын

I see a bromance waiting to happen :)

@danielemilazzo432 5 жыл бұрын

OMG, two heroes in one place!!!! :)

@MarcS4R 5 жыл бұрын

@@danielemilazzo432 word (Y)

@MoisheLettvin 5 жыл бұрын

Confession: I might’ve thought you two were the same person for a while.

@Dmitryzakharov 5 жыл бұрын

I once thought - well, I can do it too. I just need a camera and a set of lenses. Then, when i checked prices.... Ladder is all i can effort. Which is not bad at the end of the day, because i can see things from a different angle.

@dankspangle 5 жыл бұрын

Desert - tick. Weird stuff in the desert - tick. Medium format camera action - tick. Beautiful photos - tick. Nick C.'s dulcet tones lyrically delivering expert commentary - tick. I've just been watching another photography KZfaqr lamenting the quality of content and disparaging the motivations of content creators. This video proves that great content made by great people is out there. Thanks Nick.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Oh man. First off, not gonna lie, I had to look up dulcet. Damn good word. Secondly, thank you for the kind comments. I know I don't post as much as I probably should, but I try not to post anything that's poorly done or covers some useless click-bait topic like "is this camera better than that camera and is it really worth it to shoot film?" I'm glad to know such an approach is appreciated by folks like yourself. Thank you!

@therealpoka 5 жыл бұрын

You are easily my favorite photographer on youtube and one of my favorite photographers overall. You are so natural on camera that I could watch your stuff all day.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the kind words. Feedback like this really inspires me to keep putting out more videos and photos!

@iKeto_gal 4 жыл бұрын

I agree, so nice on camera, your energy is wonderful. It feels like we're with you on these fun adventures.

@lintownboy 5 жыл бұрын

YES!! My favorite Nick Carver videos are always the ones on location in the desert :)

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Happy to oblige, my friend! Thanks for watching!

@LukeTor 5 жыл бұрын

Man, i have to say, no photographer has inspired me more than you in youtube, i dont know if it's the film process, or the pictures or your charisma, but plz dont stop. Best regards from Brazil.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

There are some great photographers making videos on KZfaq, so that's saying something. Thank you very much! I will definitely continue making videos.

@LukeTor 5 жыл бұрын

I watch a lot of youtube photographers, so yes, that's (at least for me) saying something xD.

@southernbiscuits1275 4 жыл бұрын

The more of your videos I watch, the more I am impressed by your eye for composition and subject matter. Your photos are unique, personal and have an honesty I rarely feel when seeing other videos of photographers on KZfaq. Really enjoy your efforts and your vision!

@nickcarverphoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the kind words! 🙏🏼

@kishascape Жыл бұрын

I like the first shot. It's more subdued and realistic. Like I'm actually out there. It's just how weather is a lot of days in the high desert. It evokes response to make me feel like i'm in the photo.

@MiguelGaribay909 4 жыл бұрын

Love your STYLE SIR! And your Storytelling is uncomparable. You remain my fav photographer channel to watch.

@brunomartelli8163 5 жыл бұрын

Well done. You did the right choice with the cold light.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@sonicsuperantihero5048 5 жыл бұрын

The ONLY problem with your videos is that it is not often enough. Your photos are easily the best ones out there, keep up being amazing.

@photog1529 5 жыл бұрын

That last photo does blend in really well with the Route 66 image.

@Brentbrussell 5 жыл бұрын

Truly disappointed the title of this video isn't "Goddamn sail boat in a deteriorating shed in the middle of the desert"

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Haha! That's definitely a better title.

@KandiKlover 3 жыл бұрын

Nah, it's "the middle of fuckall" or "shithole" if you're allowed to be more vulgar. I live out here all the time. It's ok to be honest about it.

@farouk6564 5 жыл бұрын

I love the blue toned image at sunrise, the one with the sun peaking is not bad could be great in black and white perhaps. As usual, thanks for taking us with you Nick I really enjoy these videos.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yeah B&W might have been just what it needed.

@JamesBrown-jp9kp 5 жыл бұрын

Great pictures. In my opinion I like the 210mm with the sun setting in the west my favourite. Gave me a sense of nostalgia from playing fallout on the X box. Was almost anticipating a mutant to come out from behind the caravan and start attacking me. Lol. Plus I think the sun setting works well with the neglected boat. The story is almost signifying lost memories. End of an era. Or forgotten times gone by.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I go back and forth between that one and the blue-toned one.

@tuttmamman3490 5 жыл бұрын

"I don't like to draw attention to my self" seconds later.. Puts up a giant camera 3m in the air lol

@catmonkey6826 5 жыл бұрын

A new Nick Carver video is always a big treat. No rushing to watch on the phone or even the laptop, these events involve the big TV, sofa and a glass of something relaxing. And it's always worth it, funny and fun, informative and fascinating, thanks Nick!

@markhamilton8491 5 жыл бұрын

I’m not a photographer but love the way you tell stories...more videos please

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, sir!

@Dan-Campbell 3 жыл бұрын

Having just watched the American West video with the Hawk Feathers I really enjoyed the line at 4:18 "I don't make a habit of breaking the law on video and then putting it on KZfaq...because I'm not dumb". Loving your work Nick, started watching your stuff after the 'Tethered with' video from Thomas Heaton.

@VedantaDhobley 5 жыл бұрын

Your videos really help me understand the thought process and attention to detail that goes into creating great photos. Very inspirational, glad to have you around.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@LP3Films 5 жыл бұрын

I get way to hyped when a new vid comes out

@bigdogdougcambridge1008 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Nick nice video again. I don’t shoot the same subjects as you but your perspective is never-the-less refreshing and thought provoking. Thanks! I am often struck how the desert attracts dreams and dreamers. I think there is a whole subject matter on broken dreams here.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. And I agree about the desert. It's a unique place that attracts a certain type of person.

@GavinChapmanphotography 5 жыл бұрын

Hands down my fav photography vids on KZfaq. Thanks for doing these man, they are just brilliant and I love your sense of humour!

@JamesBellLandscapePhotography 5 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your videos Nick. Your sense of humour with your photographic knowledge and free flowing style make for a compelling watch. I appreciate the effort you put into making these videos. Very enjoyable. Thanks.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the thank you - haha. Seeing how many people enjoy watching these videos makes the effort all worth it.

@JamesBellLandscapePhotography 5 жыл бұрын

Nick Carver you’re welcome. I look forward to your videos especially the on location shoots. I appreciate your considered approach. Hopefully one day I’ll be able to visit your part of the world with my camera. Need me some dilapidating buildings for my 6x6.

@Leffe49 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! You are right, the blue early morning light was perfect. Love it!

@swansong007 4 жыл бұрын

All great photographers have a unique style to separate them from the masses. Nick you have that unique style, I could spot one of your photos from a mile. You are a great photographer. BTW I bet you that boat owner was one of the 80 million gun owners in USA . Very wise to stay outside !!

@bitchplz 4 жыл бұрын

I could watch 6x17 content all day long

@AldermanFredCDavis 5 жыл бұрын

I am in awe of the dedication of photographers who lug around medium and large format cameras and lenses...………………...especially the men who do it in urban settings (mainly because you need eyes in the back of your head). Love 'cool' morning light. I often shoot with an 82B filter to enhance that effect. Love your work, personality, and sense of humor.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend! I still get self-conscious about using a camera like this in an urban setting.

@ziggy149 5 жыл бұрын

It's great to see your subscriber base finally getting up there. You're a wonderful human and a very skilled, yet humble, fine art photographer. Your subject matter has always spoke to me. Thanks for another great one.

@grahamjones2759 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome. This really resonates with me - love the breakdown of the thought process, the composition, the actual taking of the picture and of course the final image. Stunning!

@ANRALOGI 5 жыл бұрын

Damn nick. You were gone for quite a while until you put on that jacket, you suddenly appears. It was a total camouflage. I haven't had this much fun in quite a while while watching photography video. Loved it! ❤ please so more. I learned a lot from watching this video.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Haha - yeah I know I was completely invisible up until the jacket.

@pdp11 5 жыл бұрын

I agree, the blue one was my favorite too, followed by the second one, with the sun on the right. Once the sun came up, the warm light is very nice on the grasses in the foreground, but the boat gets lost in the harsh shadows. Great work as always, I actually paused the movie I was watching when I saw a Nick Carver notification!

@OscarGuzman 5 жыл бұрын

I love getting notifications when your videos come out. You do an awesome job. Loved the video again. Keep it up Nick. I'm looking forward for the next one.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@fgj4990 5 жыл бұрын

Love the time and effort you make to get it right Nick. Your cameras and film photography are so refreshing in this snap away digital age. For me, I loved your last photo of the skeleton building the most. You nailed it!

@prjw73 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nick for doing these videos. I like your photography style, your personality and your video style. I wind down watching these vids!

@pedrosanchez7749 4 жыл бұрын

i love the little clouds at 5:49 right next to the camera

@nickcarverphoto 4 жыл бұрын

Dude same here.

@GKhanKutar 5 жыл бұрын

My fav photography channel! I love your series with film cameras in deserts!

@GavinHayhurst 5 жыл бұрын

Love the way you talk through your composition and light choices, great insight!

@edmontonian5270 5 жыл бұрын

Fan-freakin-tastic. Always love my intermittent and unpredictable dose of Nick Carver. So cool to catch a glimpse into what you're out there looking for in the desert.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Haha! I am nothing if not intermittent. That basically sums up my life. Thank you sir!

@austintexas29 5 жыл бұрын

Really loving the bonus picture man. Definitely a good addition to that series for sure. Don’t fight those urges!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@itsmrh 3 жыл бұрын

3:02 hilarious 😂😂

@Bellyoflion 5 жыл бұрын

Nick, you have such a wonderful eye for the classical photographic image with such contemporary sensibilities. One of the best eyes here on YT for sure.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

That's high praise. Thank you!

@DarthGold 5 жыл бұрын

Your videos are always worth the wait

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

You're too kind. Thank you!

@HesselFolkertsma 5 жыл бұрын

That moment you open the KZfaq app and you’re greeted by a new Nick Carver video 🥳

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

👍🏼

@basembarakat 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this shoot with us.

@kevinterrado19 5 жыл бұрын

I applaud you for the determination. Thanks for taking us with you in the process! Great photos.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@ConstantinSPurcea 5 жыл бұрын

That convenience store is still my favourite! This one is my second favourite.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, my friend!

@filmbyhari 5 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so much fun to watch. Not just superb content and production, it's also entertaining. Thank you!

@milorosing2100 5 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy watching your videos! Great job!

@kimmurphy5032 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Really cool images, they are a great addition to your ongoing series. Inspiring, as always. Thank you Nick!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Kim!

@juliussternfeld428 5 жыл бұрын

I really like the sunset capture. Also the last one. 👏

@Dmitryzakharov 5 жыл бұрын

decided to watch it again

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Double-view-count! Thank you!

@mebikerace 5 жыл бұрын

Another fun and useful video. I’m a big fan of the pre-sunrise shot too. Thanks again Nick.

@weschilton 5 жыл бұрын

As frequent visitor to the SoCal deserts, I love these videos!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@khalidhassani6173 5 жыл бұрын

Thumbs up nick

@joelm1246 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing, Nick. That last one is a great find.

@jeanoedwards5379 5 жыл бұрын

Literally my favorite channel !!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@andrewasher2201 4 жыл бұрын

Love your humor!!!

@simonbarnes7124 5 жыл бұрын

I love the cool tones to your desert images. I grew up shooting film. I love the physicality and tactile nature of loading film,, winding it on, but above all the colours. Then there’s the anticipation of waiting for it to be developed. The immediacy of digital robs us of that. It’s a bit like your videos. Fewer than other youtubers and therefore more appreciated when the pop up on my iPad. As the saying goes,”Good things come to those who wait”.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Amen to that.

@trope584 4 жыл бұрын

As usual. I wish I was there. Good job.

@nickcarverphoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That whole area is worth a visit.

@markfly75 5 жыл бұрын

This is entertaining, informative and fun to watch. Big fan here, Nick!

@seoulrydr 5 жыл бұрын

last month a spotted this boat. i was driving to yosemite from Washington State. its just east of bartow. i did in fact turn around and take a pic. its funny what sticks in your mind from youtube and what doesn't. great vid!

@jrlakin370 5 жыл бұрын

Yes! Another great desert vid. Sweeeet! 👍

@flipflopsLF 5 жыл бұрын

Shenhao 617 Composition Rocks. Thank you for sharing your beautiful images and as an inspiration to get out to shoot film.

@Nat.ImagesLarge.F.Photographer 4 жыл бұрын

Incredible details ,sharp,clear,awesome work!

@mollyanderson449 4 жыл бұрын

So excited you got to photograph this! I’ve passed it several times and each time I spend far too much time thinking about why in the hell it’s there and for how much longer it will remain. Beautiful image.

@jbraid11 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic once again, Nick!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@chrismforsyth7080 5 жыл бұрын

I watched this video with my monitor set to monochrome. It made that last shot that much more Ruwedel-like. Your desert videos in black and white are such a treat. Nice one as always Nick

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

That must 10x the art-credibility on my videos. I appreciate that.

@jmmichael188 5 жыл бұрын

So happy you're putting out new content!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@cinnamon--girl 5 жыл бұрын

Great shots Nick! I always enjoy your videos and your work.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@markmuller3086 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick. I did indeed enjoy this journey!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

That's what I like to hear! Thank you!

@alexandros-markovits 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome pictures!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@joshuadefibaugh3634 4 жыл бұрын

3:09 why did you add footage of just the desert

@JamesPearson 5 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video Nick, thank you. Your videos always gives me that spark to get out there and make some photos! Very interesting to see the drastic differences as the light changed; it was well worth using the additional film to capture it all.

@hansernst5998 5 жыл бұрын

man, this blue hour photo is just amazing, really liked the way you build up the video, great stuff

@BS2Dos 5 жыл бұрын

Loved the last 5 of this. Wim Wenders would be proud!

@ryanc1295 5 жыл бұрын

Hi nick! I love these videos you do, as a photographer myself I find it hard watching most photographers work on KZfaq as I just see errors, or things I would just do really differently yet your work is so different from what I shoot that I get the change to just enjoy your process

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I know what you mean about watching other photographers' videos.

@savaskeskin6692 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Nick, great contend and amazing photos. I just love this 6x17 format. Thanks for sharing!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@charlywedl5544 Жыл бұрын

Über die Website von Linhof-Kameras bin ich auf diesen Rucksack aufmerksam geworden. Die Photorucksäcke von König folgen wirklich einem sehr durchdachten System, für meine analoge Mittelformat-Kamera werde ich mir ganz bestimmt noch einen "König" zuglegen, schon alleine deshalb, weil der Hersteller seinen Sitz in meiner alten Heimat, dem Bayerischen Wald, hat. 🙂Sehr informatives Video!

@Patsesson 5 жыл бұрын

Super!

@Qigate 5 жыл бұрын

i love your videos with you on a shoot. It is always fun to tag along .... and, I love your "eye" so keep following those "urges"

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend!

@Jeff_369 4 жыл бұрын

Nick, I recently started following your channel and I really enjoy it! I love watching you work with medium and large format film. Photography has been an on again and off again hobby, more off again for years now. The tech in digital photography is awesome, but I've never had as much fun with photography as I did with film. Also I live out here in CA, but I grew up in the south (Alabama). Just my observation it seems like you would fit right in down south, I mean this as a compliment. Keep up the good work!

@rgrbrn 5 жыл бұрын

Finally Bro!!! I was waiting from looong loong time!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend!

@glennstephenson184 4 жыл бұрын

Not sure how you're not at 500K subs just now...coz ya should be! You're one of very few photography vloggers who actually DOES photography. Whenever I'm in need of some quality relax time, Nick Carver is where I go. Really enjoy your work man!

@nickcarverphoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, my friend!

@4geckofeet 5 жыл бұрын

Get that pollen! Very much enjoyed the images and the opportunity to come on your photo trip.

@OPMDS1 5 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for you to upload again! Always a pleasure to watch you do your thing. You should upload more often! 😊👍😊

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Wish I could upload every week! Thanks for watching!

@andrethibault1410 5 жыл бұрын

saw the post on instagram and went flying to the computer to watch.....never disappoint....Awsome man!!!!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Thank you!

@tonysanto4804 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome, as always!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jameswelsh453 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant really enjoyed Nick

@DaveStromberger 5 жыл бұрын

Another outstanding Nick Carver video! Keep up the good work! I like your style.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@shawndennstedt5898 5 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea. I'm going to start hiking the Pacific Crest Trail next month and I KNOW there are going to be places and compositions I'll want to find again.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

That's a hell of a hike. Enjoy!

@mwj9433 4 жыл бұрын

Just found this channel, absolutely adore these videos. It feels like it would be a tv show on PBS or something.

@nickcarverphoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Considering “This Old House” is legitimately one of my favorite shows, I take the PBS comment as especially flattering.

@JamesJames-ox4ge 5 жыл бұрын

You came away with some great photos. Can’t wait to see more on location vids.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@BackFocus11 5 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Just good ol photography no gear talk.... like the “bonus” at the end. Keep up the GREAT work Nick!

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

I figured there are enough "camera vs camera" videos out there. Thanks for watching!

@patcliffordfootballcoach 5 жыл бұрын

i have to say i love the photo with the harsh light doping shadows on the boat , keep up the good work

@Topsyrm 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video Nick, great shots too. I do like the way you show shots you're not so happy with and explain why. Love that 6x17 format I shoot it frequently with my Fujifilm GFX50S which has the crop in camera so you can see what you are getting.

@nickcarverphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I love that about the Fuji GFX cameras. Nice being able to compose in the proper aspect ratio.