When natural light photography goes wrong.

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Biggest mistakes new photographers make when shooting portraits in natural light.
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@ToddBannor 2 жыл бұрын

Really good points here. Regarding augmenting available light with flash, years ago I attended a talk by the famous black & white large format photographer John Sexton. He showed a stunning image of a native ruin in the southwest U.S. that was under a deep overhang. Somebody in the audience asked how he was able to get the quality of light he did. He responded, “Well, I’m known as an available light photographer so I looked in my bag and saw two Vivitar 285s and they were available so…”

@raudelravelo1169 2 жыл бұрын

This made my day 👌🏼

@LouisXIVStreet Жыл бұрын

That is a good story. Love it.

@jasonbodden8816 Жыл бұрын

LOL. I LOVE this!!!

@amitkrupal1234 Жыл бұрын

Awesome

@Scerotic Жыл бұрын

Hahaha, classic…..I don’t get it :/

@jbivphotography 2 жыл бұрын

I'm guilty of all of these. Thanks for educating all the natural light photographers.

@yoelrey Жыл бұрын

Same

@valentinmelnik7590 11 ай бұрын

Same here😅

@natekong3596 2 жыл бұрын

My early photography lesson is: unless you're shooting silhouette, your subject should be the brightest part of the photo. This simple lesson still holds true 90% of the time.

@_noahrh 2 жыл бұрын

It cracks me up how so many "bad" examples are just sweet pictures of your kids. "Halloween face" "dead eyes" "raccoon eyes" ... jeez, THANKS DAD... haha! Thank you for sharing these tips! I signed up for my first local photography class tomorrow and was just notified it was cancelled, so - thanks for still letting me learn new things through you!

@stefan33uk Жыл бұрын

Yes a lot of these bad pics are in fact very good in my opinion!

@bigpapabean9464 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the images offering examples of every scenario. Instead of just one shot to rule them all. Very helpful!

@amandarandomtube4793 5 сағат бұрын

THANK YOU!!!!! I'm not a professional by no means, but I love taking pictures and I'm doing a shoot with my niece who wants to be a model. I usually shoot nature or people in the distance, not models. These tips are going to be a big help for our session, and it will make me so happy if I can do a good job for her.

@MorriganJade 8 күн бұрын

I'm starting in photography, and really love street and natural light portrait photography. But it's fun to see these points come up, as I actually started in game photography while having some knowledge of graphics rendering. Especially these days with ray tracing becoming more commonplace, all these points are 1:1 translateable in a lot of modern games. Like how you mentioned taking a shot in the shade and using the edge of where the sun hits, my mind instantly went to game lighting principles of "it bouncing around, creating colors around the subject from the objects it bounces on". So you can make use of specific objects that are a specific color to make a nice filter. Like how you can use red objects to make the light more warm. It clicked with me so many times with how much game photography can be translated to real life photography.

@pal2tech 2 жыл бұрын

Incredibly helpful video. A 'must watch' for anyone with a camera. 👍

@josephpeppard561 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Omar, this was truly a master class on lighting that is not too technical or intimidating for beginner or novice portrait photographers.It took me many years to develop and recognize great lighting. Don't be afraid of the sun.

@Rildo. Жыл бұрын

LOVED this content. Just a bunch of information, right on point, and a slap on my face for nowadays, not keeping my attention on shoots too much, and being scared of doing stuff different. Thank you for that!

@venom2k2 2 жыл бұрын

Man, these tips are absolutely golden! Thank you so much for making the mistakes, talking about them and explaining everything. You are the man, Omar

@iKeto_gal 2 жыл бұрын

I love your goofy personality and sense of humor Omar....and of course your content for photography :D Have a blessed and beautiful day

@jonphebus6720 Жыл бұрын

I have this video bookmarked and I revisit this regularly. I love these check point items. Every shoot I do I use at least ONE of these techniques you show us: USE YOUR HANDS (Point#2) has been indispensable, thank you! What I find especially helpful about this video - and most of your videos - is that you relate the effect of the techniques to something we can see in our mind ... for example "Halloween Lighting". More than just tips, you help us understand what causes an effect rather than "how to get" an effect. "Dead eyes" from lack of catch light and the example scenario of being too deep into a building or shade is another great example of your teaching style. This whole video is "worth its weight in gold"!!

@ErikColonese 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Omar, Happy New Year. Loved this video. I started as a natural light photographer so this def hits home in a lot of ways. I even used to try and photograph weddings receptions ALL natural. With a 5d mark 2 no less. 😳 But just wanted to say I’ve been following your channel from the beginning. I’m in your area and I recognize a bunch of locations which is fun and your videos make me feel like we’re hanging out. Your doing a great job. Have a good one.

@markm83 2 жыл бұрын

I'm way back on "seeing the light" and "identifying the direction of the light". Hopefully in a year or two I'll be able to appreciate all the finer points you outlined in the latter part of this video. Thanks for all your help Omar.

@mcmillanvideos 5 ай бұрын

I am practicing to be a better photographer and I've volunteered to do family portraits in my neighborhood. In the first few sessions, I made every mistake on your list, which allowed me to learn Lightroom more. Even though I knew what to do, I still got thrown off a bit.. but each session got better. So one thing I'd add to your list is practice. It's so easy to watch YT videos but getting out there and re-watching this video gave it a whole new depth. Also... using direct sun only works at golden hour for me. Even then it can be too bright for my subject so they get squinty eyes. The time of year makes a huge difference on every part of the available light as well.. the angle of light changes the intensity in the morning vs. evening. I use my hand to see the light also... Thanks for sharing this. Your photos have a really nice soft look while maintaining detail. That's pretty nice. I hope to get there.

@michaelforbes4069 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly Omar, this is one of your best videos. I have seen a lot of videos on lighting and this one is so approachable for novices, and just great reminders in general. I came for the Fujifilm 4 years ago, and stayed for the great content.

@JK-wy4zf 2 жыл бұрын

At the first glance the topic seems simple and obvious… In 9 minutes here is such a lot of helpful content! Color cast, quality of light, no fear of sun… Excellent sample pics and as always humorous. Thanks, Omar 👍🏻

@davidmcrae4791 Жыл бұрын

your a great teacher, i am just learning photography and i learned so much. I love how you didnt say that certain things are the WRONG way to photograph, but just explained how natural light will reaction to the world around u

@msosnow3 2 жыл бұрын

A great video! Seeing the light is the most important part of natural light photography, and you've gone over all the mistakes I've done in the past. I hope you'll keep doing these types of videos, very educational.

@jeki6035 Жыл бұрын

Excellent and succinct tutorial Omar! One of the best refresher videos on KZfaq! Thanks for your expertise, humor and humility.

@Mauriciovideomaker Жыл бұрын

Seriously one of the best tutorials I have watched so far and I ‘ve been photographing for more than 30 years .Very, very ,very useful stuff . Thank you !

@Gylfaginning16 11 ай бұрын

What a great input! You mentioned exactly all problems I have when shooting in natural light and after watching your videos it all makes sense now. I do have problems with "dirty light" coming from green grass on a very bright day many times and being able to avoid this is key. With your video I think I will be more aware of the problems and how to deal with them so thank you for that great video. :)

@awake780 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, Omar. Thank you for sharing your successes and some of those early “failures.” This is an area I want to grow in, so thank you for helping me (and others) to speed up our learning with thoughtful tips like the ones you shared.

@renevanheerden9366 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for all the reminders of all the things we so often forget....

@agreatalternative Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your work, I’m trying to up my outdoor product photography game and even though this was about shooting portraits it’s been one of the most helpful videos I’ve found!!

@Chickaqee Жыл бұрын

I've literally experienced all of these. I knew "something" was wrong but this video really helped me place it. Thanks so much!!

@christopherrodriguez7223 2 жыл бұрын

I am absolutely learning this right now Omar. Thank you sir!

@fabiogarcia3802 10 ай бұрын

This short video is one of the best tutorial I saw in my life! Really useful!

@joyfulportraits Жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I needed! I kept getting those "accidentally good images," but wanted to learn the "science" of how to get those everytime! Thank you so much for this!!!

@Needacreate 2 жыл бұрын

Really like this lighting-centred content, Omar. How about pursuing some of the points you raised with more in-depth how-tos in future videos?

@TheOfficialOrangeMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the help Omar, love you to bits!

@norakonieczny7480 2 жыл бұрын

Love your teaching videos! Keep them coming please! Love your sense of humor as well!

@soniamerten4361 7 ай бұрын

I immediately subscribed after the 'using your hands' tip. I've been a hobby photographer for almost 10 years, but still feel like I have a ways to go before mastering natural light. Your video was immensely helpful. Thank you!

@hesagoodegg 29 күн бұрын

That tip about using hands to judge light? Fantastic. It's a perfect way for me to /experience/ the light. I'm going to use that method all the time, I owe you one!

@karkipair8283 Жыл бұрын

I can not explain in words that how much I enjoyed the realization of all those mistakes. I am grateful I found your video. I also, once upon a time, watched your video of using hands for knowing the direction of light. This is the second video and now I just subscribed to your channel. Please keep it up.

@paradmshft 5 ай бұрын

Love the simplicity of your explanations. Great job! You had me at about Thank you Merica!

@aslikush Жыл бұрын

"Not being afraid of the sun" then him being afraid of his son LMFAO! You, sir, have a good sense of humour.

@mick1967 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! There are so many things in this video I have never been aware of. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, Omar. Your videos are always a pleasure and so much fun to watch, especially your humour. Keep on going with the good photographers stuff. 🙂

@user-os3ct4yx4r 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the useful tips!! I love how you explain everything so clearly like talking and teaching a friend instead of the stereotypical kind of tone you see elsewhere. Definitely understood better.

@davidpeterson9374 2 жыл бұрын

Really great advice, thanks Omar for putting these together.

@taylorhusband9052 9 ай бұрын

*hand up* GUILTY! This was so incredibly helpful before I photograph my first wedding this weekend. Thank you!!!

@proto57 Жыл бұрын

This is all really great advice, thanks! Many things I had not thought of. I'm going to look back through my own shots, and see which of these mistakes I've made... maybe ALL of them!

@udayindian1784 Жыл бұрын

You have decoded my bad photography times. Thank you so much.

@ren1818ren 11 ай бұрын

Love how you talk to us like a close friend. Thanks Omar!

@MeettheCreatives 2 ай бұрын

SOMEHOW just found your channel. The algorithm has failed me. I will share this with everyone I know. Thank you!

@michaelaruth4818 9 күн бұрын

Amazing! This was packed with phenomenal info! God, funny too.

@benbatz58 2 жыл бұрын

Just mak me smile when I see your notes..you really nailed the things you’ve mentions in your previous videos. This is nice and great!

@Analyticalinadream 8 ай бұрын

I am planning on taking Senior Photos of my daughter when the leaves change, and these were great tips. I will not be afraid of the sun. I will not be afraid of the sun! But, I am going to take a reflector.

@scottallen8576 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Omar. So helpful.

@darbyz1368 11 ай бұрын

This is the video I have been needing, thank you so much for posting!

@allenbuyck7957 2 жыл бұрын

love your videos, love the "personality" you put into your videos. I can learn something and smile at the same time. You deserve many more subscribers !!

@alexandrchytil3677 2 жыл бұрын

Very very very useful tips in only one video. I don´t remember if I ever seen something so detailed also with examples in other YT channels. Good job, man!

@MikhailShakoorov 2 жыл бұрын

This is a gem Omar! Thank you!

@johnz4412 2 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your helpful, nicely delivered, tips!

@followingjesus6034 2 жыл бұрын

You tell it like it is, very easy and fun to listen to. Thank you for the tips!

@yellowberrypie Жыл бұрын

One of the best explanations for use of light

@bens9599 2 жыл бұрын

As a still relatively new hobbyist photographer, this was a educational video. Living in Phoenix, Arizona, where we have 300 sunny days a year, heading for the shade does not always produce good results. You can end up with blown out backgrounds. Likewise, light reflection issues are problematic. More videos like this one please!

@MoeMorales 2 жыл бұрын

“Don’t’ be afraid of the Son!!” Haha 😆

@christophe5856 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff. Probably one of the videos with the steepest learning curve for the viewer. Many thanks!

@albertoguillen6410 Жыл бұрын

Excellent Instruction! Thank you!

@Jeppprox Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You add so much value .

@Chaos_Feyre Жыл бұрын

Excellent advice and hilarious delivery. Thank you, I much enjoyed.

@dexterpurisima5991 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Omar. I always appreciate your tips and insights. Thank you

@JasonLorette 2 жыл бұрын

All wonderful tips and examples Omar...it's true, photography is simply the presence and absence of light...learn light and you are set. Great vid! :)

@reploid123 Жыл бұрын

interesting point about the grass creating that hue, thank you!

@JessBerndt 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect tutorial: Humorous, lots of example images, not too long. I learned a lot in 9 minutes and I'm going out to look for some natural light with my camera.

@ivonned32 2 жыл бұрын

I adore all your content. You have an amazing personality Omar.

@LilianMuller 10 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot for those advices Omar.

@simonpettersson6788 8 ай бұрын

hahaha you had me rolling on the floor with the "thank you America" :D

@AdventuresInMommying 8 ай бұрын

this was AMAZING and so helpful! Thank you!

@kaoquinn Ай бұрын

This is very helpful had a lot of mistakes today and this very helpful on how to go about it tomorrow. Thank you.

@jakilahmoulien9070 2 жыл бұрын

that's the best advice you can give any photographer. Using 3D modeling apps like Blender taught me about lighting a lot. I just applied that knowledge in my photography.

@passionandcommonsense 2 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done sir. Loved the class. Thank you for taking the time to teach us.

@JohnChubbSr 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Omar!!!

@52701970 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Very helpful information.

@Cinemaman66 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Omar for this video❤️

@danielfortune4283 2 жыл бұрын

I needed this. Thank you for making it.

@kristijanturbic2535 Ай бұрын

Thanks Stevie O ❤

@rohanavnee 4 ай бұрын

such a brilliant video, just what I needed ! I struggled at utilizing natural light... very helpful ! ❤

@josegeraldoresendeboaventu2274 2 жыл бұрын

thanks Omar. This video is one of the best I've seen on the internet, a very interesting topic, your words are easy to understand, and the examples are very enlightening. Very good.

@martintolley9234 2 жыл бұрын

I was once asked to do pix of a student conference - documentary shots of faces of folk near posters of their work/presentations. Venue had massive picture windows, full midsummer light, and BRIGHT orange carpets. One hour shoot, best part of a month in photoshop.

@pedazodegringa 10 ай бұрын

I'm just starting out doing natural light portraits, and this is the most helpful thing ever!!!! Plus you have an appealing demeanor :)

@kevinnewcomen2747 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Omar.

@parnilsson322 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Omar for these great advice 🙏👍

@lionheart4424 Жыл бұрын

Great video, love the sense of humor. Thank you! I certainly struggle a bit with finding the right "spot" to place my subjects so they can get the best light.

@everlawrencegutierrez5142 9 ай бұрын

The "hand trick" is awesome. Thank you. 💙

@austinsanchez6682 Жыл бұрын

I Love the advice that you gave, going to take all of it into consideration when taking portrait.

@maegodragon 8 күн бұрын

Beautiful, explanation on Light. Enjoyed your humanistic approach to photography. 🤩

@arpinkus Жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thank you for the great tips.

@HaimGreen 2 жыл бұрын

Man that was pure fun to watch this video, I like your job with the flash and ambient flight.

@alexanderwindh4830 4 ай бұрын

Very informational! Thank you. No bs

@patrick6294 2 жыл бұрын

Omar, this is the way to go with your vids. I watch almost all of your videos because you are funny and very humble but I usually never comment. After seeing you struggle in your "failure" video I could totally see your point and hoped you would find a solution and motivation to produce content. Boy you nailed it! Videos like this are helpful to such a broad audience - beginners who learn new stuff and seasoned photographers who get reminded about things and/or also learn something new. Combined with your talent to teach and the easy vibe it's very valuable content. Keep up the good work (I can see all the work going into such a vid, e.g. digging out example pictures). Saludos de Múnich, Alemania.

@ogonzilla 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Sadly most of the helpful videos don’t get the views lol.

@patrick6294 2 жыл бұрын

Yah, I know. That's how people are - they like 'fast food"...

@thenexthobby 2 жыл бұрын

@@ogonzilla Well, they SHOULD. I like the idea of using your hands to see how light makes them appear. Totally stealing that. My hands though. Not your hands.