The BEST Photography Advice NOBODY listens to.

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The BEST Photography Advice NOBODY listens to.

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⚡️I have over 34yrs of experience as a pro photographer. In this video I drop the BEST Photography Advice I've been given throughout my career by Master Photography Professors, Senior Art Directors, Photo Editors, Creative Consultants and by other respected Photographers. 🧨 Become part of my Photographers Pro Education system and start building your Photography Career, right now: 💥 thecartymethod... ✅ I hope this content brings you value.
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👑 ABOUT CARTY.
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👉🏾 I am a Pro Photographer, Director, and Educator based in Toronto, CA.
My goal here is to educate and connect a global network of visual creators.
Learn more about me at stevecarty.com
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@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

watch my latest video where I deep dive on why you also should be specializing. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Zq56h8qm3KnQpok.html

@tommynikon2283 Жыл бұрын

Here's my take at 67, 43yr as a commercial advertising shooter, degreed in applied/technical and commercial photography, and still slogging away in the trenches: Talent ISN'T enough. TENACITY, grit, perseverance, patience- and yes SKILL....are occupational requirements. Having a "look", style is over-rated; that only works IF your subject matter is limited. The camera, camera brand, etc. DOES NOT matter; the most important piece of equipment is between your two ears. Always buy (used) photo gear from amateurs; they're sleeping 40hr+, working 40hr+= gear not used much. Be your own #1 Fan; and worst/harshest critic. If my career was a pizza pie, the smallest slice of the "pizza" is the actual photography, the creative stuff. MOST of my efforts are spent marketing, creating opportunities, networking, portfolio representation, editing, ETC. It ISN'T spent behind a camera. Lastly, treat your passion like a BUSINESS first and foremost; invest in competent legal and financial advice/stewardship; COPYRIGHT and register your work. ENFORCE your copyright and all Licensing ventures.

@gourami7 Жыл бұрын

Great advice, thanks !

@ukulele-covergirl Жыл бұрын

Well Tommy, that's such great advice, maybe launch it on Your channel and make some money! I'm here because the same principles apply to musicians. I'm not good enough to think about the things you advise. But, if I were, I'd follow. Thanks for sharing your experience. ✌️ ~ 🌺

@marcogea1974 Жыл бұрын

Exactly why I'll always keep it a hobby, no matter how advanced. All the other slices of the pie don't interest me in the least, and in fact would stifle all the joy/passion I have for photography.

@ukulele-covergirl Жыл бұрын

@marcogea1974 right on 🌺

@JTroker Жыл бұрын

Good bragging.

@timovehkaoja Жыл бұрын

”Our photography is our voice. What are you going to say?” That one hit a homerun. 🤙🏻

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching Timo. I took in many of your videos last night.

@AStageForTheKingdom Жыл бұрын

The bit about "taking 30 more" is gold. I've found the same thing to be true with my photography. I often have to take a bunch of photos of someone before I really hone in on the right combination of camera settings, flash settings, pose, expression, etc, and that's when the magic STARTS. Some clients will say they're happy and we can be done, and it's my job to coax them into trying a couple more things, because I know as a professional that this will probably lead to better results. I also love the bit about "Anyone can take pictures of beautiful people in beautiful settings with perfect hair and makeup...it takes a real photographer to shoot the rest of us." This is what makes photography so special. It's amazing to see the reactions from people when they truly great pictures of themselves for the first time, and all the more so when they expected to not like how they look.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Hey A Stage, I appreciate you taking the time to write this. I’m so glad it resonated with you. I put a lot into this one and I’ve wanted to make it for a while. More like this to come. What did you think of the format of how I delivered the advice? I was trying a new style here. So far my best performance as far as retention!

@AStageForTheKingdom Жыл бұрын

Loved the format!@@stevecarty

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

@@AStageForTheKingdom amazing. More videos in the pipe. Shot an amazing girl yesterday. Can’t wait to share this next video

@papiramen5915 Жыл бұрын

I find it true. Just hope people don’t misunderstand and think think they just need to take 200 photos and it’ll be great lol. Sometimes you also gotta know when to stop as well. Or when something isn’t really working don’t be afraid to change it up instead of holding onto the thing that isn’t working.

@ernie28ernie 11 ай бұрын

@@papiramen5915 exactly ma experience, too :)

@snappytheaverage Жыл бұрын

Not only is this a valuable set of wisdom for photography, it applies well to the rest of a person’s life.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

thanks so much Snappy !!!!

@trini2dbone793 Жыл бұрын

I'm just starting out in photography as a hobby. When you said " take 30, 40, 50 more" you made something clicked in me , i used to just wait for the " perfect shot' thinking that was it . But what you said make perfect sense, its digital so we can keep on shooting .You are 1,0000% correct. Yeah man thanks for the video. You gained a new subscriber😊

@fredat8237 Жыл бұрын

Yes!! I never thought of it the way he stated, but it's so true. I'm finally starting to take my photography seriously. I've always wanted to take photos of people and babies/kids. I've had my cameras for a while. I've been practicing taking photos of my niece, and just today, we took over 200 photos in an hour, and i only liked about half of them 😅 but i saw that the more i took the better they looked. It's a good learning experience. I sometimes go on shoots with a photographer friend and shoot along with him . I've picked a lot of tips and pointers but am still trying to find my "style."

@user-zv7lm8uk7h 11 ай бұрын

Great photographers waited for the perfect shot. And instead you are going to trust a youtuber, and take more, because "its digital." Think about all that.

@jasonbodden8816 Ай бұрын

@@fredat8237 Don't try to find your style. It will come organically. Style is overrated anyhow but if you really want your own "style," don't go looking for it, it will find YOU. After some time you'll know what you gravitate to shooting more than other things and the looks you like. Just keep trying things and your style will develop naturally. One day you'll realize that exactly how and what you shoot is your style. Don't force it.

@chingymofo1 Жыл бұрын

That part about specializing is something I really need to take on board, I quite literally shoot everything because all niches are so fun to shoot but trying to choose one is extremely difficult 😫

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad. I go live 3x a week. Today at 2pm I’m on. I’d love to see you

@invader_viv Жыл бұрын

I say it's a good thing to shoot everything to master the skill of finding your niche, if that makes sense

@chosenideahandle Жыл бұрын

Getting bored is a bigger enemy of creativity than any of the above, so something else to consider. We're artists, so being inspired can't be something forced (I'm sure you know this lol).

@maggieo Жыл бұрын

You can shoot everything for your own education and pleasure, but specialize in the work space. If you have to have to IG accounts, one for bidnez and one for fun, do that- keep them at arm's length!

@ko300zx Жыл бұрын

@@invader_viv Agreed. Shoot anything and everything until you find what you love. Then the decision is practically made for you.

@schwarbeastwood 11 ай бұрын

I am a cinematographer in my country, Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 West Africa. But I have learnt plenty of good advice from you, sir. And we learn every day by discovery.

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Welcome. Glad you found me.

@7AVMedia Жыл бұрын

@ 0:21 "SHUT UP LEGS" nice reminder! Great video, thanks for posting.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

A man that notices details.

@herndoninc.55 Жыл бұрын

It's always a pleasure to see another photographer pushing the rest of us to the limits mentally. I feel like it's not enough of us guiding people to the right path. some people dint really know what their niche is. Thank you for this awesome inspirational video.

@Ohioman01 Жыл бұрын

That was one of the best videos on photography that I've seen on KZfaq.👍🏾

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks! Jesus. Now I’m giddy.

@darrengeorge1396 Жыл бұрын

💯

@jack002tuber Жыл бұрын

All the damn videos on tech and equipment, THIS is what it's really all about. This.

@Ohioman01 Жыл бұрын

@@jack002tuber and I almost fell for that years ago. Thinking that the gear is the most important thing when it comes to photography.

@joostc4750 Жыл бұрын

You Americans just can't get enough of this sort of thing eh? I bet the second comment is going to have t "be your own harshest critic" and "just work harder". I'm genuinely amazed that it never gets old to you guys. Not to say there's no thruth in any of those things at all but if you take a hard look at American society it must hurt that none of the 1% seems to have to work for anything and all of the 99% still think that an 25 hour workday can be productive and will also leave enough time to read another hyped self help book by that guy who's a succes because he sells books about it. Or wears a shirt with PRO on it. That's the photovlogger equivalent of the I'm Alpha shirt for fitness gorillas.

@jodie2025 Жыл бұрын

I think most - if not all of this advice - applies to us illustrators and oil painters and writers too!

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Thx Jodie! Maybe I need to change my niche?? I’m so glad you found me!!!!

@DesertPackrat Жыл бұрын

Lots of You Tube videos with good information but not new. Yours was a breath of fresh air and inspirational.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Jesus Christ you just got pinned.

@redi4showBIZ Жыл бұрын

I agree, as a viewer I never felt bored or offended. Sometimes while watching any advice stories, makes you feel someone tries to make you work just the way he wants or you totally lose time because someone made a click bit vid. I like your style, congrats on the long career ;) Thumbs up and sub, hear you soon!

@DjDynamite25 Жыл бұрын

Your style of giving information and making this video was amazing. It wasn’t a typical sit in your office and list off pieces of advice video you see a million times. It was engaging and entertaining. Made me as the viewer feel like I was riding my bike with you around the park while you gave advice

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

i took a risk.. i'm glad it worked.. thanks so much for watching.

@SolamenteVees Жыл бұрын

I’m a nature/bird photog who has experienced moderate success. I find your aesthetic & energy refreshing. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

@sava3989 Жыл бұрын

Being a street photographer, given I am a young photographer meaning I am just 6 years into this journey, capturing everything is apart of being street photographer. Walking around cities capturing what I see, everything I see is apart of being street photographer. I think by removing the idea of not shooting everyone and everything is a bad advice to beginners. They will never find actually what they like doing. It’s a long process that can change over time.

@davidscullbonz Жыл бұрын

First of your videos I’ve seen. Good style, smooth delivery, informative, all the jumps between scenes were unified, almost unnoticeable. Subscribed within first third of video. I’ve never done that before. Looking forward to binge-watching your list tomorrow.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!.. appreciate you david.

@OldGirlPhotography Жыл бұрын

I'm a serious hobbyist, not a working pro. But everything you said, yup, resonates with me. Love the way you presented it too. Thanks, Steve.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@GabrielLeungJPG Жыл бұрын

Some of the BEST advices on KZfaq I’ve seen! Genuine tips for those who wants to go beyond the Instagram fame and truly wants to become a photographer. Keep making these videos. I believe the photo community at large lacks QUALITY

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

thanks gabe. thanks so much for finding me.

@GabrielLeungJPG 11 ай бұрын

@@stevecarty Gladly subscribed because of great content! (Was suggested by YT)

@washingtonradio Жыл бұрын

Even as an amateur, I find specializing helps my photography have a focus even if it's a broad niche. I occasionally will shoot in other genres more to expand my knowledge and skill (and to have some fun doing something else) but I always come back to my niche when I'm being more serious.

@McC_Cal Жыл бұрын

Reminds me of what my mentor said, "when you have ego in photography its like trying to make a race out of walking, when we all have our own pace". Thanks again for some great words on photography and makes me feel like I've been going in a good direction in terms of improvement, and I will continue to to!

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

let's go mcccal.. glad we found eachother.

@Xirpzy Жыл бұрын

Composition and backgrounds are the toughest to get right for me. I did a shoot for a band and eventhough the subject, mood, environment was great I didnt even think about my background. There was always something weirdly cut in the corners or obstructed or just some colored light that took my photos from being next level. After a few more shoots I still find this to be difficult and especially my own positioning. Every shoot was an amazing learning experience anyway.

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

scanning your backgrounds and choosing non distracting areas to shoot has to be your main focus. don't get wrapped up in the moment. they are coming to you for your expertise. part of that is choosing locations. open shade, non distracting. i'll be making some content on this soon.

@LowandFast357 11 ай бұрын

I'm not even here for the photography; I fell for the title. As someone with absolutely nothing to do with the photography space, I love the video and the vibe! Thank you for having such standards......

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

appreciate you.

@anthonydavis4829 9 ай бұрын

You're the GOAT of photo advice. No bull straight to the point.

@stevecarty 9 ай бұрын

Thx anth.

@kithinders1086 Жыл бұрын

Steve, this was a wonderful video. You revealed yourself, your expertise, and your story in an easy to understand and digest forum. You deserve gold stars and high fives my friend!

@HistoricMetals 11 ай бұрын

New photographer here (well sort of, I am 55 and was once on a yearbook and school newspaper photo team, but that was 35 years ago) and I was scrolling and saw your sign in your thumbnail and decided I better not skip this one so I am watching now. Here we go!

@HistoricMetals 11 ай бұрын

And it was a banger! I needed to hear a lot of this!

@MorningCoffeeDaily Жыл бұрын

one thing i love most, is to post my best works and my supposed friends/colleagues not saying nothing or like it... its the sign I'm doing great! Their silence is the best thing!

@aobane841 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely spot on about being timeless and not following trends. And about being pleasant and professional on a set and when delivering a service. Complaint I hear from art directors and producers these days is that a lot of young people are hard to deal with, so they often have to reshoot it with older heads who have proven they can deliver. These brands tend to fall for the flavor of the day-the new popular kid on the block who is shooting for Dazed, iD and Self-Service. Great video, great advice. Only thing I would disagree with is that not anyone can shoot good photos of beautiful people with top-notch hair, makeup and styling. There are “local” guys who make everything look overly commercial, surgical, lifeless, and the models plastic. Instagram is saturated with it. They have nothing to say. It’s the pretty picture syndrome, which fools many into believing they’re doing great work. The computer is partly the blame for that. You see photos with the backlight, which make colors look dazzling, for the most part. But print it and put it on a wall, and it all breaks down.

@jehudale2349 Жыл бұрын

Nailed it. The first two ones are the most important I would say. Like Peter Coulson or Alex Kilbee say: If you want to develop a style you have to switch off social Media. They only follow Trends. Beeing Trend doesn't mean beeing good. Thanks for the video, Steve.

@nicktalerico8273 Жыл бұрын

Appreciate all of this advice. The only thing I have a gripe with is the specializing bit. I know it’s important to have cohesion across your work as a professional photographer, but I think the best photographers can achieve a cohesive body with all types of subject matter, and arguably that makes you even more valuable, and opens up your creative eye to all sorts of possibilities. Of course it’s all a matter of opinion and I really appreciate this video 🫡 thank you sir.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

I prolly have some decades on ya. But thanks for your thoughts! Just lyk the best advice I was given. Take whatever away that you like. Just know everything I said here is relevant.

@TheLily97232 Жыл бұрын

I think most photographers do many things, but they tend to monetize one or have maximum 2. Like Irving Penn doing fashion and portraits mostly, and some still life at the end.

@un0travieso Жыл бұрын

I've never been good at self-promotion; it is by far the most difficult thing for me. Thanks for shining a light on that, and thanks for the encouraging words.

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

it's not self promotion. it's called marketing. treat your business like you would someone elses. stop treating yourself like a charity. think of yourself as a creative machine. value yourself and value your creativity and work. most of the best shooters suck at marketing. i'm here to help. just hang out with us. join my discord and start typing.

@zulakant Жыл бұрын

wow, Steve mastered the game of light, the very last scene where the pinkish-purplish light glows on the side of his face is epic

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

zula notices the details. light and relight and check and relight again

@ddsdss256 Жыл бұрын

While I'd agree that most of "the greats" are known primarily for one genre, even Ansel (arguably the most famous and respected photographer ever) shot a lot more than iconic landscapes in the western US. He also created some masterful architectural images, the occasional portrait, and what he called "extract" photography. Most would refer to the latter as "abstract" (which happens to be my wheelhouse). Every image you contemplate/expose/process/print can help improve your "core" images, just as can taking inspiration from other artforms. One can definitely get "too" specialized (which can lead to boredom/burnout). I never raced road bikes, but they helped build my aerobic and anerobic capacity for mountain bike racing (too dangerous to ride on the road these days and I don't miss intervals!). The point is, "cross-training" helps improve performance in any sport (or artform).

@joeep46 Жыл бұрын

I think Mr.Carty was talking about marketing yourself and your work. Niche ing down. Since you mentioned Ansel. He didn't have to market his work because he didn't have to sell it to make a living. Ansel was from a wealthy family and did have work at all. He took photos of nature scenes because he thought everyone needed to what he was seeing.

@genesisrenteria5350 Жыл бұрын

I love this so much!! Thank you!! I got my studio in February and I wanted to shoot all types. This last month, I focused on what I truly love- boudoir and my bookings have picked up significantly since making the change! People feel the love and passion we feel for our art !

@drpepper998 Жыл бұрын

Steve, first time viewer, but you have my sub. I've been in photography for over 30 years, 6 as a working pro. I love this video and how it was delivered. Much better than a talking head video. You should do more video like this, but break them down by topic. Example: Best advice on composition. My advice would be: Find your own way to break the rules.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Appreciate you

@c141charlie 11 ай бұрын

You just conquered two of my biggest fears in life. First, riding a fixie. Second, crossing parallel train tracks while you ride a bike with skinny tires!

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

lol... years and years of experience.. hit that shit at the most right angle you can... thanks so much for finding me.

@hogg1media627 Жыл бұрын

i shoot with a Nikon D3200. im a year in and i love it and already get hired. I get hired for my style more so than my gear of formal education. its all a VIBE!

@soulitis 11 ай бұрын

That generalist comment just made inspired me. Why would i wanna be a specialist. When I could be the first generalist to be famous in photography. Most people hear that and conform. There’s a select few that have made it there whole life doing things the way people said they couldn’t and they wouldn’t. you get used to knocking down there barriers. You can’t wait for the next challenge. A creative finds a way. Great video. Thanks 🙏🏽

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

there's a reason to specialize. it's my next video.

@chrishall3997 11 ай бұрын

Sir that message was HEART sent and we thank you!!!!

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Appreciate you

@jimeos1 Жыл бұрын

Being retired, I am able to view You-Tube channels on photography whenever I feel like doing it. There are a lot of channels that have 50,000-150,000 subscribers, but their content is not that meaningful. On the other hand, I've found a small group of channels with under 15,000 subscribers, who have fewer videos ,but provide more substance. Your channel, Steve, is one of the latter group. I enjoyed this video greatly. Several pieces of advice you presented are concepts that I considered during my 20+ years as a professional photographer. I wish you good luck with your channel and look forward to seeing some of your older videos as well as future ones.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

this is so nice. thank you so fucking much.

@TheLily97232 Жыл бұрын

Shooting through the photo is such a great advice. You'll feel that picture dragging you even more anyway.

@bondgabebond4907 11 ай бұрын

Good advice. I haven't been in school since 1970. So I don't know if photography or even photojournalism is available in high school, but if available in college, take a course. It will teach you more about how to take pictures that you will take with you no matter your specialty. I love the news/newspaper side of photography. That is one area you can hit so many specialties and still be specialized in news. I somewhat disagree of being specialized. Be specialized in what you hope to be your money maker, but enjoy the thrill of taking pictures no matter what and no matter where. I do not limit myself, I love to be a jack of all trades and great in one or two of them.

@FamilyReunionPhotography Жыл бұрын

This family reunion photographer approves this message. Specialize! A lot of photographers look down on my photography because it's not glitzy or full of glam, but I absolutely love my clients and the team I've built over the last 20+ years.

@joycejones4855 11 ай бұрын

I appreciate your encouraging words I like the natural look and smiles. I Love “capturing the real you!” Is my specialty when taking pictures

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Thx Joyce.

@dawnlj191 Жыл бұрын

Classic and timeless is what I say too. They will last beyond your lifetime and passed down through generations.

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

preach. appreciate you dawn.

@drrous9917 Жыл бұрын

You just popped up on my KZfaq feed. I am glad I washed this video and I wholeheartedly agree with your message. Thanks for sharing your voice and wisdom.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Great comment. Thank you

@heysnayy 10 ай бұрын

Hello! Have been doing Selfportrait for 7 years and this special tips I never heard previously I am grateful that I stumbled upon your vlog thank you very much and will be sharing it with my friends who are new into photography ❤

@stevecarty 10 ай бұрын

Check out Fiona Lark for self portraits.

@josephgotchy Жыл бұрын

I’m 72. Just found your channel. Subscribed after hearing your opening comment.

@Dennisjunior09 Жыл бұрын

After just about 13 years of shooting, shooting, and shooting some more, I'm finally starting my own photography business. As it's happening, I came across this video... I wish I would've seen this years ago. Because not only it's informational but inspirational. Thanks for this content. God bless!

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Thx Dennis

@paigegainer680 11 ай бұрын

You have changed my out look in photography. I've only been taking 3 or 5 at time then come home to deleting them.. still new at trying to get better.. Thankyou

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Appreciate you

@Jarrych83 Жыл бұрын

Love the bike! Also, good holistic advice on photography. And the business standpoint: Great advice on having a specialization. Photographers can take lots of pics for fun, but it's tough to advertise that.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

@juliancastanedaphotography Жыл бұрын

Best advice I've heard in a long time. And your kicking ass at 67 💪🏼

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

lol 53. 67 is hilarious though.

@juliancastanedaphotography Жыл бұрын

@stevecarty oh shit wait, sorry about that. Wow, not sure how I mixed that up

@TeleNikon 11 ай бұрын

This is a literally GREAT video, audio, everything.

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@rongreit9677 Жыл бұрын

Im waking up and watching this video every day for the next 90 days....just to see what happens. BIG GRATITUDE.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Thank you! It would be great if you shared what you do over the next 90 days.

@mwales2112 Жыл бұрын

Well said sir.. Thank you... Love the message on the stem of your bike "Shut Up Legs"...

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

You notice details. Which is why we’ll get along just fine. I see everything. Congrats for the first commenter noticing that decal.

@DigitallyReArranged Жыл бұрын

Amazing video dude, love the work you put into these!

@theedwardsexperience3604 Жыл бұрын

The timeless quote was what got me

@tonyhayes9827 9 ай бұрын

You have to be a pleasure to be around....Best life advice ever....

@stevecarty 9 ай бұрын

indeed it is.

@TadeasTichy 11 ай бұрын

Best video about photography "tips" so far I have seen, for a while. Great job. Thanks for doing what you do!

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@ejacks3 Жыл бұрын

Preach Brother Steve! Preach! Thanks for this. I needed it today. One luv☮✌

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@derekpalmer4091 Жыл бұрын

Straight facts!!! I'm impressed and will refer to this video going forward. You've blessed me my fellow Photographer! Keep this up!! There are riches in niches!!! Etc...etc.

@ggstylz Жыл бұрын

I discovered a photographer who specialises in low key bird photography this year. As I scrolled through his photos, it was obvious that he’s extremely talented. By the 10th bird pic though, I was like ok, that’s probably enough now. Specialisation is understandable, especially if monetisation is the goal, however it’s also the quickest way for me to get bored. Having said that, if I was to try and focus on a genre or two, it would probably be abstract and fine art photography. There’s a lot of flexibility within these genres, it’s endless what you can come up with. It just depends on what your photography goals are, and what resonates with you.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

mastery comes from doing one thing well over time. your bird photographers interest is in birds. it's his speciality. you got bored but he's not shooting for you. he's trying to master something. sorry it bored you but that has nothing at all to do with him as the creator. he is working on mastery. respect that.

@ggstylz Жыл бұрын

@@stevecarty I appreciate the photographers hard work and did point out that I’d acknowledge his talent. I don’t think having become bored as I scrolled through his work constitutes a lack of respect. Everyone’s tolerance for repetition is different, and a lot of creatives have become quite desensitised these days, as a result of looking at photos all day long. I loved all your points in your video and appreciate the concept of mastery as well. The point I was trying to make is, I wouldn't have the patience to shoot and edit photographs that end up looking so similar, in order of mastering this process. I'm definitely not expecting any master to be shooting for me however, all creatives sharing their craft online publicly are, to some extent shooting for others. This is just a natural consequence of showcasing one’s work, and possibly connecting with perusers on some level.

@HermannKerr Жыл бұрын

You are an inspiration.I never plan to be a pro again, but you words ring truth.

@youcancallmesteph 11 ай бұрын

A fellow torontonian! 💜 so glad I found you. I love how you shoot your videos; cinematography is stunning 👌🏼

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

lets go steph. thanks so much for finding me.

@alexcaldwell2916 Жыл бұрын

I've watched a good handful (1000s realistically) of photography related videos and this one really resonated with me. Thank you for sharing your insights with us Steve.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Best comment today.

@1979lucius Жыл бұрын

I really liked the way you constructed this video, it take a more personal approach with the viewers. I have to admit that it is taking me a real effort to specialize, I really like more than one photography style (even when I do portraits) not everything is moody or bright, I’m starting in this business and I need to learn how to monetize my creativity and… so on. I made a “career” change and I’m doing finally what I always wanted to do and I really hope is not to late with all the new technology and fact that, now everyone have a camera now 😅 thank you.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Thanks so I’m h for this comment. The specializing part is causing a rift!!!

@datobaggu Жыл бұрын

Great to hear the advise! Sending you bumps for when your inertia lags

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

And $5!? Thank you truly. Made my evening.

@richryanphotography Жыл бұрын

Bro... GREAT VIDEO !!!!! Not only great content, but super inspirational too!!!

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

appreciate you.

@jamieiria Жыл бұрын

Great video with a lot of good advice. It was also great to see Toronto as a backdrop 👍🏼🇨🇦

@JacquelineMurphyActress Жыл бұрын

Loved this, so inspirational and found such value in it as an actress and filmmaker. Thanks Steve! 🏆📽💜

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Welcome jacq. Come back again.

@JacquelineMurphyActress Жыл бұрын

Will circle back for sure ! @@stevecarty

@ukulele-covergirl Жыл бұрын

This is Great Advice for Musicians Too! Especially playing through it. No two takes are exactly the same. That's what makes it so frustratingly Fun! ✌️ ~ 🌺

@nelsonvh3033 11 ай бұрын

Great advice for every artist, no matter if you re a photographer, musician, painter, actor! thx 4 sharing

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

thanx nelson

@flightographist Жыл бұрын

You're absolutely right, all the biggies specialized. I think, for those struggling to commit to a stream, try street photography; you can play with people, architecture, and culture and immerse yourself. You might start to see something emerging in your perspective that really cranks you up! Have a look at Eggleston and others.

@thunderdumpling3528 Жыл бұрын

I think also learning from other art fields and thinking differently is also really fun as well. Photography is a medium with it's unique traits and qualities. But with creative limitations as well, similar to other art fields. For example, a lot of the action scenes and choreography in shows like Kamen Rider and Power Rangers. Are filmed at different frame rates and stylized to be more animated. Leading to some cool acrobatics or wide shots, and probably too many explosions in regard to safety concerns. The same could be applied to photography. Thinking more like an animator, illustrator, engineer, safari enthusiast, or designer. Can help create fun photos with a different approach, from the usual "I am a photographer" and I take serious photos. But If your working on a gig, then playing "the photographer" is apparently the point. At least that's what my coworkers tell me. I usually just goof around for fun.

@vernoncollins7664 11 ай бұрын

WOW!!! Some of the most relavent and grounding word about photography that I really need to hear at this very moment. Thank you.

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@fotophoto_oficial Жыл бұрын

Really good advice! focusing on one thing and when you get the shot, keep going are absolute gold! Most of the really good pictures by famous photographers came after a lot of shots ... and you can only see that when you can see their index sheets of the roll :D

@liam7304 Жыл бұрын

1:32 seconds into this video and I've already been humbled and questioning everything

@saritacarey 11 ай бұрын

Amazing video. That story and point of view was what I needed thank you.

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! thanks so much for finding me.

@marlon.iraheta 11 ай бұрын

You got me at Classic and timeless....last forever. Thanks for sharing :)

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for listening

@TokyoXtreme 11 ай бұрын

Title had me skeptical, but this video completely delivered. Great advice throughout.

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Appreciate you. ✊🏾

@RamenEditsz 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much ❤ My name is Raymond & im a photographer here based in Southern California ! i will take your advice into my journey! 🙏🏻

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Wonderful!

@dannydillard Жыл бұрын

Great content. “…take 20, 30, 40, 50 more…”. That was not possible in film days and that’s the foundation of my training and work. I’m still contemplating that one. There’s definitely a different technique and dynamic with technological advancement

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

some of my best work early was film days in 12 frames.. today my work is at another level. 3 decades of experience and seeing the work as i do it? talent and tools make it so.

@dannydillard Жыл бұрын

👍🏾 I started in ‘76 with a rangefinder. Got my first SLR in 1980. Shot professionally for a while working for a studio. Been on my own for a while now.

@richardbaynes3862 11 ай бұрын

I listened Steve...and I will again, and again..great advice

@dylanhill1640 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing these gems, Steve. I love photography!

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

What was the hardest hitting point for you?

@dylanhill1640 Жыл бұрын

@@stevecarty It takes a real photographer to shoot the rest of us. Classic and timeless last forever. Deliver exceptional service. I'm glad that I found your KZfaq page, Steve.

@stevepuddlejumperpilot6062 Жыл бұрын

What an inspirational video. I really enjoyed this. Thank you for uploading it.

@whatupchuk Жыл бұрын

I love this video. What a gentle reminder to stay unique and be creative in your own way. Thank you so much, we all need a little bump here and there.

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@Ataraxia_Atom Жыл бұрын

This was really beautiful, thanks Steve

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@artsilva Жыл бұрын

Well done! I am glad Somebody made this video. Too many times I as a five decade long photographer who likes to pass on this kind of advice in online photography communities is always met with "shut up old timer, you don't know what you're talking about... get with the times, get with the tech" kind of responses. Are we as a community self destructing in a sense?... idk, anyways, Great video, solid and factual points made, heck even I learned a couple things as well, or at least am reminded of a few. 👍

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Hey silva, I appreciate you. Us old fucks need to stick together. Show up more. Im live all the time. We’re all in this together.

@matlynwood6225 Жыл бұрын

Oh but don’t forget us old fucks are doing everything wrong because we don’t shoot with our arm straight out at our subject or because theses little punks use phone and think that’s all I need. Yes it is true the best is the camera we have on us but I’m sorry a photo taken with a phone is so much algorithm than a real picture. Thank you for the Steve and the message @artsilva

@artsilva Жыл бұрын

@@stevecarty Yes sir, yes we are. Remember when we were young budding photographers when we literally searched advice and work of older photographers who knew more? What ever happened to that 😕

@diegotioda 11 ай бұрын

classic and timeless, finally someone says it. thank you

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

SteveCarty.com

@MatthiasWeinberger Жыл бұрын

Holy Shit! That is literally several photography careers worth of advice. Loved the “Shoot through the photo” - that’s what famous directors also do, let’s film another few takes and see what happens. And shoutout to the DeFeet Socks!

@mozzamhosein6476 Жыл бұрын

Some of the best advice. Thank you.

@rayupchurch8256 Жыл бұрын

Hey I loved your video thanks. I was thinking about the subject you covered today so I really appreciate it. Ray

@aDDmoreJuiceTV Жыл бұрын

WOW! Once you drop that FIRE Bob Marley quote in that excellent intro, I had to hit the SUB button. 👏👏🔥🔥

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

Bob is tattooed on my right shoulder. The lion of Judah on the left.

@preznillejohnriva6065 Жыл бұрын

I think I am one of the lucky person right now to saw this video of yours , thank you

@stevecarty Жыл бұрын

So nice of you

@nickfindsgold9788 Жыл бұрын

Scary good and painfully true .... Nice ✌️

@bkcampb 11 ай бұрын

Well done well said. I picked up photography 2 years ago and this is hands down sone of the best advice I’ve heard. You have a new subscriber

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! thanks so much for finding me.

@larryfuentes9404 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your time, effort, patience, money, will, and knowledge into creating this video. I truly appreciate your advice, thank you again!!!

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Larry. You’re a king. Thx a bunch.

@ngonzale3 Жыл бұрын

Beautifully made. Thank you for your work and message.

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

thanks so much for finding me.

@firebird355ci 11 ай бұрын

Such a great video with great advice. I love how you told a story of what that specific day looked like for you while stopping to give advice was attention grabbing. I really enjoyed your video. Thank you for sharing incredible insights in the world of photography!

@stevecarty 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! thanks so much for finding me.