Photography Composition finding the picture

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Photography Composition finding the picture

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Photography composition isn't a technical thing. It lives outside the camera in the world around us and through your eyes. The trick is to liberate the subject from it's surroundings into a pleasing composition. It's about learning to spot the picture.
Some people can see compositions naturally and don't give it any thought, whilst others like myself, have to learn how to compose a photo by looking for and finding compositions that work as an image. And all the while you need to be considering light as well. Search our channel for our lighting videos for more on that.
The boats I photograph in this video whilst explaining the thought process that goes into composing a photo are particularly interesting. click the video location to find them.
I'm going to take you to the locations of two of my favourite images and talk you through my thoughts as a photographer when I looked for the image before composing and shooting the photo. You can begin improving your composition by joining us at www.photography... - hope to see you there soon. Mike

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@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Don't be disappointed marlon mullon - we all have to practice and start somewhere and as you do you're compositions will improve. And don't forget just because one person doesn't like a picture it doesn't mean it's bad. It just means they don't like it. It's you that counts. I once took photos for an Airport and one image won a national award for commercial photography from Fuji. But the client didn't use it and chose one I didn't like. They weren't wrong, they just liked different a one to me.

@philfyphil 5 жыл бұрын

Whether you watch one of Mike's older videos or one of his latest, there is always something to learn or be inspired by. Proper photography at its best.

@fabio600si 11 жыл бұрын

You're so GREAT Mike! Enthusiast and Fun. I've been watching all your videos. It's giving me lot of energy. Keep smiling and teaching like you do.

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

I completely understand and have been there myself when I was a beginner. Keep practising and with time your creativity will become stronger as you exercise it. Driving around hoping for a good shot doesn't usually work. Try keeping your eyes open for possible subjects ALL the time even when your camera isn't with you. When you see something interesting make a note of where it is and go back when you can. Watch our Lighting playlist because light is more important than anything. Good luck

@fintarabg 9 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel and I can't stop watching! Both entertaining and very useful videos. Thank you, sir!

@MikeBrowne 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you fintarabg delighted you like the vids and find them helpful. Please help me make more videos like this one by sharing it with other photographers on forums, Facebook, Flickr etc.

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome astroboy0969. And thanks. Your comment is reflects why I love teaching you guys and girls. I love it when someone get's that 'Oh I get it now' moment. It's down to you too for taking the advice on board and not just clicking away like mad. Delighted to have helped.

@miss55704 10 жыл бұрын

Your videos are great Mike. I am a novice photographer and you have helped me think about things that I never would gave considered in photography. I appreciate all the information you provide

@MikeBrowne 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you Fallon Have you seen my new 7 Building Blocks of Photography Course which is the next step on from my free stuff? 7 weeks, downloadable, 5 hrs of unique video which teaches you how to combine the technical and creative aspects of photography by Thinking like a photographer. As Ansel Adams said there's nothing worse than a sharp picture- of a Fuzzy idea". www.photographycourses.biz/7_building_blocks_of_photography.html

@DuarteFamily1 11 жыл бұрын

You are so right truder55, that is exactly what is missing from others, He's enthusiasm is so catchy, you just want to grab your camara and go shooting and his sense of humor is so great.

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Please help us spread the word and grow the community by 'liking' 'G+ing', sharing our videos and linking to us on photo forums, Facebook etc

@atrisharma1184 9 жыл бұрын

I didn't think you could do much with the boats, but your end picture was just beautiful. Star.

@MikeBrowne 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jungli 999 - MIKE

@oleg5738 6 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I've come across your channel! Everyone's speaking about tech and 5, 7 whatever easy tips, but the thought process and the kind of advice you give is what I really needed. Thank you so much!

@MikeBrowne 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Oleg, you're welcome. Please help me make more of these videos by sharing them with as many photographers as possible on forums, social media etc... MIKE :-)

@YacineBenbelkacem 11 жыл бұрын

Mike, this video is perfection! (and so are your other videos as well!!) It pairs very well with the one of understanding light. Also, it's incredible how tilting the camera a few degrees can change the composition dramatically. Nowhere else do I get loads of useful information and inspiration. Thank you :)

@Passio7Jd 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike, that really show the way for us enthusiast

@sridharkv1034 10 жыл бұрын

Hey Mike.. Your passion for the subject is so evident and it's very infectious.. I have learnt so much through your videos.. Thank you very much..God bless

@DuarteFamily1 11 жыл бұрын

You are a trip Mike! you have helped so many of us. Thanks for all your hard work and the laughs. you crack me up.

@KirbyTorres316 11 жыл бұрын

It's true! I hope for the best for you, and with great wishes, prayers, vibes, and energy in your direction, I, too, for being such a great teach. You continuously inspire me to be a resource to the youth in my community for photo and video work.

@starsearchreject 6 жыл бұрын

You’re like the Bob Ross of photography, (it’s a good thing). Thank you for these videos! In one evening I’ve learned more than I have just “tinkering“ for the past 3 months.

@MikeBrowne 6 жыл бұрын

thank you! - Melissa pp Mike

@barrgunphotos 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this. Keep telling us about NOT being lazy. I for one really need it.

@MikeBrowne 4 жыл бұрын

Ha ha! We all need to be told that sometimes don't we 😉

@nunziobianco5416 11 жыл бұрын

I was so close to tossing/gifting all my gear away I was so frustrated .I talked myself into giving it one more go but I was not going to pay for another course, not until i found the right teacher. Mike and Jane if you don't already know your both wonderful,Mike has a teacher i get what your talking about.Your You tube Vids are awesome keep it up Thank you cheers Nunzio

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Yes you can apply it to any image capturing media.

@PTguitars 6 жыл бұрын

You are the one of the best photography tutors on YT. Cheers Mike

@MikeBrowne 6 жыл бұрын

than you PTguitars! please do share it too so we can make more! - Melissa pp Mike

@powerforward1955 3 жыл бұрын

...just discovered your channel--Nov 2020. Every chance I've had today, including taking a nap, I've been listening to you sharing your knowledge & expertise relative to composition. I realize the tech needs to be at a reasonable level, but understanding that the"real" picture comes from within is liberating! THANK YOU! Be well.

@truder55 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for an excellent tutorial, love your passion & enthusiasm which makes your videos a watching pleasure.

@2dogdon 9 жыл бұрын

I really like Mike he is a good instructor and photographer two skill rarely found together!

@MikeBrowne 9 жыл бұрын

Donald Hague Thank you

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

It is all down to practise and in the case of landscape - planing. You have to be in the right place at the tight time to get light that will work for the shot you're taking. Good to see everyone making new friends. :-) Mike

@MikeBrowne 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks again :-)

@SEK117 6 жыл бұрын

I felt so inspired by this, thanks Mike!

@KevBautista 11 жыл бұрын

Hi Mike, what I extracted from this tutorial is not to be trigger happy. Having purchased my first 50mm 1.8d for my nikon, I learned to move my feet and take my time before capturing a shot. I evaluate, "Is this shot good enough", before clicking the shutter. :) Thanks for all of the help! More power!!

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Great idea going out in bad weather...

@yujinlandscapephotography.7787 5 жыл бұрын

I really like, Mike. Keep up the good work. 👌🙋

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Hang in there and keep practising. It took me years to be able to instantly spot light and know what to crop away to find the image. Just enjoy yourself and have fun doing it - Mike

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I live near Southampton in Lymington

@lukeb4410 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I have been using your great information and skills to help me complete my college work. I really do owe you my grades!

@MikeBrowne 7 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks The Essex Biker - MIKE :-)

@Csoery 8 жыл бұрын

I really like that shot, I hope that's one of the award winning ones :) Very good video (as always), it shows really well how important it is to think and experiment. You always give me a lot of food for thought! Thanks :)

@p5rsona 11 жыл бұрын

''Great for your figure, look at mine'' hahaha so funny this guy and great videos for learning. Invaluable lessons, really appreciated. Will put my sony nex to good use once the weather has settled.

@13blueview 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike for this great set of informative videos. Helping me a lot.

@MikeBrowne 9 жыл бұрын

No worries Doug Bennett Please help me make more free videos by sharing them around with other photographers.

@scovarrubias24 4 жыл бұрын

Mike, I stumbled upon your channel and I’ve learned more from you in the first few videos I’ve watched than I have in the last year watching other KZfaq videos and signing up for courses other courses. Thank you for being so clear. You’re a great educator.

@MikeBrowne 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Stephen. I also have online courses and though all the knowledge is out here online from many sources, my courses are delivered one step at a time, in the correct order for everything to work seamlessly. There are even exercises to give you experience. Please come take a look and maybe try a sample or two... MIKE bit.ly/MB-Courses

@avikushal27 3 жыл бұрын

What you just taught is actual photography, gears will come and go, but this is photography 101.

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'm near Lymington

@hahahahahaahhahahaa 11 жыл бұрын

Wow! Dude, thanks for this vid man! Im a noob photographer and now I know what's missing. Thanks, keep posting vids like this dude

@MrBigsie66 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mike, having did your 7 building blocks of photography course a couple of years ago (having just bought a DSLR camera and coming across your inspiring youtube videos) amazing course I learnt so much and my photos increased 10 fold(I think!!!),anyway I am not one for commenting on posts but I would like too say that every so often I go through your brilliant KZfaq videos purely for the fact that they are an inspiration and stop complacency/lazyness setting in on my part, which tends too happen lol, anyway thanks for keeping me inspired and I have thoroughly enjoyed your Cambodia photos

@MikeBrowne 5 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks Paul. I'm delighted to have helped. Please would you be kind enough to leave me a few words in a Google Review. Link below... MIKE g.page/mikebrownephotography/review

@socosyaw4836 2 жыл бұрын

Im gettin an educational office season 3 to 5 vibe from this one. Love it!

@MikeBrowne 12 жыл бұрын

I'd love to give you a definitive answer but it depends on where you are and the light you're in. I try not to use anything if I can help it. Have a look at our lighting videos playlist - I think it'll help answer your question. Thanks for posting.. Mike

@mjkim0110 2 жыл бұрын

You are a true artist and teacher. Thank you so much for your videos

@gayewrightart 11 жыл бұрын

Love your laid-back common sense approach - found it very interesting.. thanks :)

@kraffles 6 жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos. The advice in them does not age. Doing the beginners course right now to brush up my hobby and am getting better results already and have a much better understanding of how things are relating to eachother and thought processes required. Thank you.

@MikeBrowne 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching steve - Melissa pp Mike

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you swapna das - there's another Zurich workshop on the 1st and 2nd October now because so many people asked for another. Would love to see you there...

@SylverBac 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you again and again. You have made me, in my opinion of course, a much better photographer. Also I know how to frame my videos like a PRO because of what I have learned from watching your videos. Thanks again and again.

@MikeBrowne 9 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks ***** - that's praise indeed.

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

My pleasure :-)

@harryrupam01 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) Your videos are one of the most helpful ones out there :)

@MikeBrowne 8 жыл бұрын

thank you +Rupam Shyamal please do share it too, so we can make more stuff - Melissa pp Mike .

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I suggest having lenses that cover from 18mm to 200mm and that could be an 18-70mm and a 70-200mm or an 18-270 superzoom. The superzooms are versatile because you're only carrying one lens but image quality is not as good. If you can afford it a 10-20mm is a good one as well.

@ROBRESETAR 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike... very clear, helpful & enjoyable!

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you - delighted we re-ignited your passion.

@pauld7522 5 жыл бұрын

You always give an informed perspective on your topic/ Landscapes and architecture are my favorite subjects.

@martinbenford3442 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Keep up the good work.

@MikeBrowne 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks again martin - MIKE :-)

@marlonmullon 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this another great video. I am struggling with composition. Sometimes I thought that my pictures are quiet good but when I ask other people about what they think, some say it's okay some said it looks fine which makes me disappointed. Thanks again.

@anthonybohemier3882 5 жыл бұрын

Love your videos as someone who is starting out learning about photography (as a hobby) i quite like the fact that you break it down in a way i can understand it and your tips are VERY helpful ! keep up the awesome work ! oh yes and one more thing ... THANK YOU for doing most of your tutorials in areas that are normally around you ... yes its easy to take a photo of an interesting place say the pyramids, or Stonehenge or some other globally recognizable place where as i think a lot of amateurs like me get turned off by the fact that they cant travel and forget there is a lot of beauty in their own backyards ! thank you for reminding us of that !

@MikeBrowne 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Anthony. Though it's still not easy to shoot amazing places. Right now I'm in the Tra Su Forest in Mekong Delta, Vietnam. It's stunning but not happy with my photos. Spent a day researching what works, what doesn't and waiting for the right light. Have been haggling with authorities this morning and have made a deal they will hire us a boat for 1 hour late afternoon when light will be better so I can shoot from the water. There's a hell of a lot of work goes into getting great pics which have nothing to do with a camera... MIKE :-)

@aashishmaharjan9336 10 жыл бұрын

I love you man, I've learnt so much these past couple of weeks, you're a brilliant teacher, you give me a real meaning to word teacher, honestly :) and sometimes the thought that go through my head while taking pictures, you say it loud in your videos, it's amazing haha thank you man, you're awesome

@MikeBrowne 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aashish Mahar Please help us spread the word and grow the community by 'liking' 'G+ing', sharing our videos and linking to us on photo forums, Facebook etc

@suhailahashim417 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! Love from Singapore

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you, It takes practise.

@harjinderthind 11 жыл бұрын

I am enjoying your tutorials and the way you explain things...really appreciate your hard work.

@wanneske1969 11 жыл бұрын

I once took pics of mushrooms, lying on the pedestrian walk and somebody stopped and asked me if I had fallen of my bike. :-)

@cengizcavusoglu6959 7 жыл бұрын

You are Genius.

@saintsdude1 11 жыл бұрын

loving your videos Mike, I live in Southampton so I know alot of the places that you show, great to see your perspective on things.

@gthopkins 6 жыл бұрын

Great final shot. That is exactly the type of shot I look to achieve. Your insight on how you finally got to that shot was inspiring and sort of gives me permission, in a way, to do what I need to do in order to get what I want. The shift from having the boats at the bottom to moving the camera to position the boats at the top was genius. This shows me to move me, move the camera, change perspective and try things. In other words, work the scene for all possibilities. Thanks, Mike. You have another fan from across the pond.

@MikeBrowne 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Greg H. "move me, move the camera, change perspective and try things" is a great mantra to have. I may quote you... MIKE :-)

@gthopkins 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, you may quote me. You are an awesome teacher.

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@vlogcanindian5938 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos Mike... Was helpful... Looking out for more stuff...

@MikeBrowne 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks +Sai Kiran Chary Banala - MIKE :-)

@tspcrowther 8 жыл бұрын

How dare you speak of my beloved home town that way! Southampton isn't that messy. (ok, maybe it is) I drive pass this every day and have never really seen it. Will have to park up and take a walk for a change, with my camera of course. Thanks for the videos, really very inspirational and easy to understand.

@MikeBrowne 8 жыл бұрын

Ooops! Sorry... Are you coming to my Talk on Sunday (18th) at The Novatel on West Quay Road? Just round the corner from here... I'll apologise in person... MIKE :-) www.photographycourses.biz/southampton

@tspcrowther 8 жыл бұрын

I was going to ask if you did anything like that around here. Sounds perfect for me, ticket booked, see you Sunday.

@marymagdalenedas 11 жыл бұрын

Love all your videos and just love how you make it look all so simple:). Thank you for such simple to understand tutorials. Would have loved to be part of your Zurich 2013 workshop, but looks like will have to wait for the next one (if ever there'd be a next one).

@geojor 9 жыл бұрын

a good concept, thanks for that...

@Generaleenutts 11 жыл бұрын

The fact that you have half a dozen you are proud of tells you that you can do it....as Mike says, keep practicing and try to keep your thought processes the same when shooting..if something doesn't work in that situation try something else, you will eventually begin to see the image before you take it. Many photographers take many shoots before they get the shoot they want as Mike may well agree, don't expect to get what you want in a single shot, that takes years of practice.

@patplante8739 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mike I like the reflection of a bldg in your shot of the sculpture and building with the blue tinted windows

@MikeBrowne Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Pat.

@vladyavorov3605 6 жыл бұрын

Great videos!! You are absolutely right! I am beginner and have experienced what you are talking about. A few of my better pictures I got after going back to the same place and trying out all possible angles.

@MikeBrowne 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Vlad. In my experience we often have to re-vist a location and shoot it several times before we understand it fully and can get the best from it. ... MIKE

@vladyavorov3605 6 жыл бұрын

Mike Browne Definitely!!! Thanks for your great videos!! Keep them coming!! I love your accent and the way you engage with the viewers 😉😉

@photographyworld95 10 жыл бұрын

Great presentation here. You're not just a good photographer, you present and speak very well.

@udaykiranmudigonda 11 жыл бұрын

Amazing Video , learnt a lot. Can we have a video on Symmetric and Asymmetric Composition. I guess this would be a good addition to our learning curve from master like you.!!

@ajantasengupta7452 4 жыл бұрын

you explained it so simply, thank you!

@chadsexinton 9 жыл бұрын

like they say. a photo is taken before you press that shutter.

@MikeBrowne 9 жыл бұрын

hi +Green Plasticbag i agree with you - MELISSA ( for Mike )

@robertlam18 12 жыл бұрын

hard to find something that not only talk about F stop and lens. Well Done.

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you - Mike

@joshobrienbrixrealestategroup 11 жыл бұрын

amazing job..we can see the shot in our minds, but cannot get the shot in real life

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Pleasure

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you :-)

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks guys :-)

@MikeBrowne 11 жыл бұрын

Pleasure :-)

@realjaxon 11 жыл бұрын

What a great shot !

@earthangel251 8 жыл бұрын

awesome videos!

@nikonusa123 10 жыл бұрын

Love your work.

@sekya08 11 жыл бұрын

thank you so much sir mike browne....

@James-tt7vg 3 жыл бұрын

Aw your so humble Mike...you being all Buff and all...LOL

@lokatpic 5 жыл бұрын

I haven't seen you since you did that travel one. Thought maybe you retired with an old Kodak Brownie. lol Glad your around

@MikeBrowne 5 жыл бұрын

Ha h - which travel one @Don Jones - there's lots of them... If you're missing my vids please sign up to my newletter and I'll let you know whenever there's a new one and send you tips from my back-catalouge each week too. Link below... MIKE :-) www.photographycourses.biz/videos