The *Secret* to Amazing Photos with ANY Camera!
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This is my #1 tip to taking amazing outdoor photos! I do not take a picture without this type of light. And if you want to learn more about taking great pictures- The Starter Course is PERFECT for you!
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@philwebber5123 Жыл бұрын
You are great. I'm a truck driver and I listen to your videos out on the road. I have my d5200 and d700. I'm learning. Thanks again
@Dartheomus 2 жыл бұрын
This was actually helpful. I automatically started thinking "ok so now I need a flash." However, it was amazing to see how changing the angle and matching the brightness of the background made a huge difference. Thanks!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@kristyadams5633 2 жыл бұрын
Yup. THIS was the one mystery I didn’t understand on why some of my photos were amazing and others were muddy and too much shadows in the eye sockets. Changing the direction transformed my photos. I think back on what was behind me on the great photos and I remember the open sky concept; a hill with neutral grass reflecting light back on them; a wide open lake… The lake one dumbfounded me the most because in my mind I thought “lake in background=amazing photos but they were terrible!!! But turning my couple away from the lake filled in all the shadows on their faces and they really popped!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
I love this Kristy! Thanks so much for sharing!
@mariaparrilla8540 2 жыл бұрын
Completely grateful for your videos! I watch them every morning on my way to work! Can’t wait to keep growing as a new photographer!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
So good to hear Maria!
@nagual2335 2 жыл бұрын
I can't help it but share that every time I watch one of your videos, I am filled with so much love. I think it feels so honest, that you're coming from a true place, the pureness of intention is so unique and rare. I can't help it I know I'm gonna get all your courses when I'm there. thank you
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@jeepchick5720 Жыл бұрын
What’s really cool is I didn’t know this had a name… I naturally do it. I’ve been a photographer for 30 years and you just described in detail what my instincts told me to do. Thank you!
@MrRenoman2011 2 жыл бұрын
Holly Cow just tried this and its amazing secondary light is great. I have been photographing for a long time and this never dawned on me thank you so much
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@wiscodick4102 2 жыл бұрын
This is simple, great advice. What if you want to capture a sunset behind your subject(common scenario)? Reflector? OCF?
@judywright2051 2 жыл бұрын
A great concept and beautifully illustrated. Thank you!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
That means a lot! Thanks so much Judy!
@freemanchrisx Жыл бұрын
I got my first camera when I was in jr. high, over 30 years ago and I'm still an amateur. Every time I think I've got photography concepts figured out, my camera makes an idiot out of me. People ask me to take photos, they think I'm an expert because I've always got my camera, and sometimes I get a few good shots, but ultimately I feel like a fool because I miss focus or exposure so often. I've taken workshops, online tutorials, watched youtube videos, joined facebook groups, I even took a photography class in college but I've resigned myself to the fact that I'm just not good at photography. I watched this video, as I do with lots of videos and got excited to try it out. Hopefully I'll be back for more content, you do a great job on presentation.
@jacquielai 2 жыл бұрын
Katelyn is the lighting QUEEN!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
You are the sweetest!
@blondfrogg 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all of these reminders!!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@michaeloconnor3580 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic, thank you for introducing me to this concept.
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Thanks for watching!
@natashahernandez2272 2 жыл бұрын
I purchased your starter course and it is amazing.
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Natasha!
@maisyandme2519 2 жыл бұрын
J Star had this in one of her courses years ago and I remembered it for years...then I forgot it. Thanks so much for sharing your tips!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching!
@snowwalker9999 2 жыл бұрын
I wish I had watched this video before taking photos of my friend's family in the woods. But I managed to fix certain things in post. You deserve 1 mil + subscribers.
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! Thanks so much!
@jennsnook145 11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the tips
@cindyborcherding8927 2 жыл бұрын
Makes total sense!!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Cindy!
@kurtisca Жыл бұрын
Love that 'bye' at the end (great video as well :))
@georgeelizalde2035 2 жыл бұрын
Tried it....it works!!! Thank you so much for the information. awesome.
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!! Thanks for watching George!!
@jade6733 2 жыл бұрын
Wow… I cannot believe I didn’t know this… thank you thank you thank YOU!!!! ❤️
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@gapcreekonline948 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@KatelynJames Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@joshuagharis9017 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊. Professional here, but I needed to hear this. 🙏 Thanks again so much!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful Joshua!
@Shadowrun2589 2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting thank you !
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@karenm1547 2 жыл бұрын
Katelyn can you comment on how this might be affected by the time of day? At 2 pm for example, would you do the same? Would this work at 2 pm with no shade/woods?
@ritchiewiii 2 жыл бұрын
Good stuff! I teach the same thing in my workshops but call it open shade instead of secondary light. Same concept though.
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@pamjohnston3219 2 жыл бұрын
Love this Katelyn and also love your black shirt!! Care to share where you purchased it! Thanks for all you do to help us!! xoxo
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Old Navy! Thanks for watching Pam!
@liyatong3460 2 жыл бұрын
I love your photography style and you are such a great teacher! I just started learning photography and shoot with m43 cameras. Is the starter course suitable for people who doesn't shoot with full frame?
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Yes it totally is!
@raveenastubbs7199 2 жыл бұрын
This concept was one I really struggled with understanding in the L& L course. This video made me understand it SO much better!!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing!
@meganmisson292 2 жыл бұрын
Same!!
@cadenmccalister221 2 жыл бұрын
This may be a dumb question but does this give the same effect when shooting 35mm film with iso 100 and 400?
@gabolujan3109 2 жыл бұрын
Ohhh well this is great. I just watched this after taking photos this Saturday and had this issue. I wished I watched this before Saturday’s shoot.
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Well now you will now for next time!!
@gabolujan3109 2 жыл бұрын
@@KatelynJames 😁
@xoshelbycmxoxo 2 жыл бұрын
Could you do a video on ways we can reduce split lighted backgrounds and adjustments we can make that can help.
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Great idea!
@johngrey2703 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Katelyn i hope your well, i watched your video, one simple question: wouldn’t an on camera flash solve this problem easily ? It wouldn’t matter which way she stood or which way she faced, what do you say on this, your advise would be highly appreciated, thanks in advance.
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
It definitely would if you like to look a flash photography! I personally love them more natural look.
@johngrey2703 2 жыл бұрын
@@KatelynJames ohh yea you’re right ! Natural is much harder to obtain, love watching your videos keep it up dear Katelyn.
@alyssiasummers8660 2 жыл бұрын
Are you using the 28-70? This is great info thank you!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
WE LOVE IT!
@michaeladetu3988 2 жыл бұрын
Question how do you apply this while shooting with the light source behind a client? I love a good backlit photo but not certain how to apply this there? Am I missing the point or something here?
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
This is the type of light I choose to shoot in all the time. You actually can’t have great backlighting without secondary light. If you really struggle with this the starter course is an amazing resource.
@janissevalenzuela 2 жыл бұрын
Who does the editing for your videos? This looks amazing and so good!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Tyler Herrinton!! kzfaq.info
@Peevesthepoltergeist Жыл бұрын
at minute 3:45 the photo is very correct, so why in post-production do you edit it overexposed
@scoylephoto 2 жыл бұрын
*Mind Blown* I have totally fallen for the "just find the shade and you'll be good" trap. I've been a photographer for 5-ish years and I am so excited to dive in to the beginner course to fine tune and step back to the basics!
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
So excited to have you join Sammy!
@nicolewilson3886 2 жыл бұрын
Nice video! Question: do you use a UV filter on your 28-70MM to protect it? Why or why not?
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
We use clear filters just for protection: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/756817-REG/B_W_66_1066110_72mm_XS_Pro_NANO_Clear.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A6879&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjN-SBhCkARIsACsrBz7_zvuH95xbNxKYGVSYyFtT45as-TUjgunPNLK8Gr499jmH-5mYnBIaAhv0EALw_wcB
@pinoybenicio 2 жыл бұрын
May I ask what lens are you using in this video pls?
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
For the studio shots Ty uses a Canon 35mm T1.5 CN-E and for the live examples he uses the Canon 16-35 2.8!
@ceciliatorres6060 2 жыл бұрын
Can you tell me what monitor you have on your camera.
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
It’s an Atomos Ninja V!
@carolynyoung3067 2 жыл бұрын
Question, what's on the top of your camera? A larger screen attachment?
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
It's the recorder that allows you to see inside of my camera. It shouldn't be used for real-life shooting!
@tjtbPhotos 2 жыл бұрын
@@KatelynJames hi this tip was amazing. where can I purchase the recording system your using?
@52701970 2 жыл бұрын
Been shooting over 30 years never had that problem. I know when and where to take a photo, its not rocket science.
@KatelynJames 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!!
@loriolinger1599 2 жыл бұрын
To us newbies-it’s helpful. Your comment however was not. 🤷♀️
@cheryldecgmail 2 жыл бұрын
Well, that’s wonderful for you. However, I don’t understand the purpose of your comment or how it is adding value to this discussion. But, thanks anyway. I’m sure you meant well.
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