Why Pro Landscape Photographers Use These Productivity Hacks!

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Why Pro Landscape Photographers Use These Productivity Hacks!

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In this week’s episode, I take you on-location and discuss why pro landscape photographers use these productivity hacks. I was able to spend an incredible two weeks photographing the fall colors along the San Juan Mountains in Colorado after my Fall Workshop recently wrapped up. And, one of the biggest takeaways from that workshop was a technique that many landscape photographers use to better tell the story of a location which also increases productivity when on location. I think all photographers would like to be more productive when on location in order to increase their "keeper" rate and this productivity hack will most certainly do just that! I hope you enjoy this week's episode and as always thanks so much for watching! - Mark D.
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@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

What are your thoughts on the leaf picture?

@billkipper3264 Жыл бұрын

I thought it came out great. The frost rimming the leaf kind of framed the whole thing.

@billkipper3264 Жыл бұрын

I really like it. The frost rimming the leaf kind of frames it.

@lynnwines1676 Жыл бұрын

I think it showed extraordinary detail!

@guykerr8111 Жыл бұрын

I like it.

@mikebartow9415 Жыл бұрын

Great with frost and hint of dew.

@annepetry2340 Жыл бұрын

The sunstar and backlit golden leaves absolutely made that photo dance. Beautiful before, stunning after. The lagniappe for waiting.

@paulbenson3441 Жыл бұрын

It's those unexpected moments that remind you why photography is so important to you. I had one of those moments about six weeks ago and it's hard to describe the feeling, and the camera never left my hand until my wife said that we were losing the light and time to call it a day. I liked your image of the frosted leaf with the dew drop.

@wesblackwell4198 Жыл бұрын

The pic of the leaf looks great.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Wes!

@barbarachamberlain6918 Жыл бұрын

The leaf shot is lovely!

@davesusko3517 Жыл бұрын

I could be wrong, but I think the crisscross fences play a role in preventing or minimizing snow drifts onto the road…. And I did enjoy the leaf photo too

@jwp2166 Жыл бұрын

Love the leaf photo. Well worth the effort.

@frontrangefootage4075 Жыл бұрын

I was actually out in the San Juans (Ridgway and Ouray) last week wishing for some clouds the entire time. It's such a beautiful place all times of the year, but especially fall. I got some great photos, and it looks like you did too!

@jdillard8940 Жыл бұрын

Love the sunburst. Awesome shot.

@victoriaelledge9837 Жыл бұрын

I always love frost images.

@anderseneroth1138 Жыл бұрын

Love the aspens with the sun star!

@jwp2166 Жыл бұрын

And the fence/sun/tree photo is even better. Beautiful.

@morten2194 Жыл бұрын

The sunstar photo is absolutely amazing! Thanks for sharing!

@chantallabelle8571 Жыл бұрын

Wow! The picture with the fence is gorgeous!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@annbiswas8138 Жыл бұрын

Love that you sometimes add a little bit of macro into your videos, Mark. Nice work on the frosty leaf. Awesome shots of the trees too. Very informative as always. Much appreciate the time and attention you spend on each of your episodes.

@deepseptember2008 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful, wasn't expecting just the leaf.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

THank you!

@beckymurphy3603 Жыл бұрын

All of those shots were beautiful.

@richardpriebe4183 Жыл бұрын

A great morning in an aspen grove... it doesn't get much better for Colorado woodland photography. I did a back road drive up Grand Mesa in western Colorado 2 weeks ago, and although the weather was very different - stormy, gray and even dense fog up on top - I still managed to find some memorable images among the aspens along the way. And a few days later I got my first good sunburst out here on the northeastern plains along the South Platte river near my home, with the sun peeking through the brilliant yellow leaves of a cottonwood tree. Those are the things that keep us out shooting.

@gregtowns549 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reminder of working the scene and composing for the crop. Glad you're enjoying our fall colors this year.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Loved it! Thanks Greg!

@fpoastro Жыл бұрын

Man, the leaf and the sun star major win. Born and raised in frigid New England.. breathing in your hands makes them colder lol. Great work

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark!

@robertcurtis4139 Жыл бұрын

Love the picture with the sun star!

@Kayahdog Жыл бұрын

Loved the icy aspen leaf, sometimes big and grand images get trumped by a small intimate subject as illustrated. Perfect.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Stephen!

@jrlong3490 Жыл бұрын

That frozen leaf was definitely worth the effort. And the sunburst really made that composition. Safe travels.

@davesutherland9995 Жыл бұрын

Great capture, shows the cold !

@kendoggett8868 6 ай бұрын

Another great video. Sounds and looks like you were just off the Dallas Divide. San Juans are special. Many thanks for your superb videos. Sponsors take note - these are excellent - presented at a natural pace one can easily follow and take a few notes if needed.

@chrisbrannan3784 Жыл бұрын

While the fence shot was my favorite, I am glad you decided to shoot the two trees. The way they were leaning in toward each other really moved my eyes and made for an interesting composition. Thanks for sharing!

@paul2d Жыл бұрын

Gave me some ideas to use in my hunt for colors this weekend

@stew411 Жыл бұрын

Great video and loved the pictures you took.

@DaveBerthiaume Жыл бұрын

Lived the color there. We've had drought conditions in Minnesota this year, and the colors have unfortunately been muted.

@michaelt7320 Жыл бұрын

Lovely aspen woodland. The sunburst image was a real gem, but in all of those images you found an element that helped to simplify the chaos of the woodland landscape. Zooming out a little was a great tip as well.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Michael!

@johndurham5629 Жыл бұрын

The leaf really turned out well. Glad you hear that you shoot for the crop - I've always done that because my eyesight is not great and the viewfinder/live view is not always my friend when it comes to seeing the margins.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thank you John - glad you think so!

@keeganoconnellphotography Жыл бұрын

Absolute love the fence shot with the sun peaking through! Great video as always

@douglashearth9486 Жыл бұрын

Really like the leaf image.😀

@katfoster7732 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful shots 💖

@Donmoyers71 Жыл бұрын

Love the leaf shot and sunburst through the Aspens. I drove out to Maroon Bells a week and a half ago then did some shots in Snowmass and along Independence pass. It was beautiful. Thanks for your tips and thoughts in all your videos.

@garybeat6637 Жыл бұрын

Loved the macro image.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary!

@hughwolfe1176 Жыл бұрын

Hello Mark, On the east coast that style of fence is known as “split rail”, although here in the west they seem to utilize more whole pieces of wood… I like the “macro” shot, sometimes the shot is right below your feet… One suggestion, use a darker background when displaying your final shots. It’ll make the image stand out more so. I’m watching on an 85” TV in a fairly dark room, thus all of that light color is a bit overwhelming… Safe travels

@joncothranphotography9375 Жыл бұрын

Great stuff Mark! Thanks for bringing us along and sharing your knowledge and images!

@willypaul70 Жыл бұрын

Mark; Leaf photo was absolutely worth the close up effort! Beautiful shot offering many composition opportunities…wow! Great to meet you in person at Out of Oregon. Cheers.

@ilesmic Жыл бұрын

Beautiful area-- The frozen leaf is worth it - The suns star shot is fantastic-- Wall Hanger for sure - Thanks for the fun video

@JimEmbury Жыл бұрын

Nice with the leaves. Keep doing them.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thank ya Jim!

@markgoostree6334 Жыл бұрын

Talk about right time/right place... you landed in a great location that day. Always enjoy your videos. The little leaf shot is a cool companion for the sunburst. nice!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark!

@nealschneider6554 Жыл бұрын

Another great video, Mark. And to answer your question, yes the photo of the leaf with the frozen dew was definitely worth the time.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Neal!

@kevinburke6446 Жыл бұрын

Great great video. Yes your "macro" works. What I find most helpful in your videos is your explanation of your thought process, composition, settings (I shoot landscape with the XT-30), and then seeing the end product. I gives me confidence in my photography. Thank you.

@trinasculley4989 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info on sun stars. As I said in a previous comment, I see the composition but have difficulty getting the desired results when facing any light. Hearing more of what settings or filters you are using would be helpful.

@deepseptember2008 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video, I felt like I'm on the location with you when you shown the sun star...made my day, Thank you!

@michaelhale416 Жыл бұрын

The leaf picture is excellent. I liked all the pictures. I will need to try the sunburst shots as they add so much to the scene.

@bernardmcmahon7947 Жыл бұрын

Really helpful thank you

@AnthonyCrouchPhotography Жыл бұрын

Was there last week for week. Ridgeway area. Every single morning no clouds, most evenings too, middle of day, plenty of clouds but too harsh of light. Glad to know I wasn't the only one with crappy luck but man oh man, just a beautiful place, still well worth the trip

@davebryer6133 Жыл бұрын

The frosty leaf was worth it, I find that detailed shot appealing.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave!

@mozzamhosein6476 Жыл бұрын

Another informative and excellent video. You definitely got some great captures. Looking forward to seeing the other pictures, Oregon included. Cheers

@keithspangler4814 Жыл бұрын

Certainly worth it ~ magical

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Keith!

@csc-photo Жыл бұрын

Great images & tips! Love that 2-axis tilt screen too 👍🏻

@rlfisher Жыл бұрын

I have been pushing myself to work the scene more, and finding more intimate details. You really timed the colors this year and I think the leaf image is great!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Roger! It was great seeing you last week!

@rlfisher Жыл бұрын

@@MarkDenneyPhoto Likewise, Mark! Safe travels.

@bryceyork Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the San Juan’s! This is a beautiful part country, love living here!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Indeed it is!

@alanevans9246 Жыл бұрын

Mark, liked them all. Fall and simplicity always seems to work for me. Enjoyed your content as always, and keep snapping!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks a million Alan!

@tomleo4670 Жыл бұрын

Great video and really nice photos👍

@michalbarski3386 Жыл бұрын

Looks great 👍

@melissahall7009 Жыл бұрын

Love this

@harrykaravias4823 Жыл бұрын

Very good Mark. Love surprises also. Funny, you think you have the money shot until you are surprised with a sun burst. 😊

@jacquesgiard6943 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@DavidBrown-wf6pz Жыл бұрын

Great video! I love the fences in the San Juan’s myself. They’re awesome when it rains.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks David! Agreed!

@davekarp7590 Жыл бұрын

While you’re there check out South Mineral Creek falls. You will not regret it.

@Balchre Жыл бұрын

The leaf picture was definately worth it. I really like it!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@victahh281 Жыл бұрын

A little late but I just got back from a trip to New River Gorge National Park and I found myself thinking, how would Mark Denney compose this photo? Haha. Thanks for the tips in every video!

@vickennedy3923 Жыл бұрын

beautiful

@ddki9094 Жыл бұрын

Love that leaf photo but my favorite one was the sunstar and the fence.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback!

@Suhailkhan53 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video and images.😊❤️

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@tonydalnodar8479 Жыл бұрын

well worth the effort!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Glad you think so Tony!

@malcolmbenn1051 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this episode Mark. One of the things that you did do in this video was to comment on the direction of the sun. I wonder if you could do that more often and the reasons why you chose that position for the scene you're photographing, thanks.

@katherinehicock9452 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mark. I enjoyed this video. I appreciate all of your tips and techniques. I love the frosted leaf idea and final photo. I’ve been chasing foliage in the NEK and now in upstate NY. Thanks again

@digitaliphotography Жыл бұрын

Great to see you out on a shoot again - I always enjoy your location videos. And what a great location! The leaf picture? For me I'd like to see a little more context - the frosty grasses around it.

@steveboys5369 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, lovely sun star image ... it's funny how the harder you work, the luckier you get ;-) ... thanks for sharing. The leaf image was far from shabby too .. very nice.

@robertwhitemoto Жыл бұрын

Was there early Oct… two days of cloudy skies… really brought out the colors!!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Yep - the secret ingredient!

@johnchambers6272 Жыл бұрын

I would be happy to have any one of the 3 images on my wall. The favourite would have to be the fence with the sunstar. Thank you for sharing Mark.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much John!

@richardpesce5325 Жыл бұрын

Great video and exceptional detail on the leaf!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard!

@dsfarag Жыл бұрын

I really like the on scene videos! Thank you!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks David!

@mattbrant6820 Жыл бұрын

Came out really nice. Fantastic

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thank you Matt!

@douglashohulin5087 Жыл бұрын

loved the leaf and the other images. We went through Durango/Silverton/Ouray a few weeks ago and it was amazing. I never quite get the images like you do but I keep trying and once in a while I'm excited to see what I ended up with once I'm back home. Keep inspiring!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Douglas!

@teresababer5310 Жыл бұрын

Very nice and definitely worth the effort 😊

@connorfernandes9439 Жыл бұрын

0:12 the struggles of being a hat enthusiast & photographer at the same time!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Hahahah - right, brutal!

@richarddenise3886 Жыл бұрын

Always enjoyable and informative! Good job!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard!

@freemanligon1177 Жыл бұрын

Great video, Mark. I love the sunburst photo. I like using the fence as the leading in line to the golden leaves, like you said, a surprise, sun peeking through. I love the frozen leaf. Always looking for composition around you. I tried to do, looking for composition around, not just in front of you, look down, might find a surprise. Going to northwest Arkansas second weekend in hope of catching fall foilage - peak. Thank you, Mark!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much and enjoy your trip!

@scothowe539 Жыл бұрын

Looks like a great place to be for fall photography.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Incredible!

@zubenelgenubi Жыл бұрын

FYI, those zig-zag fences are sometimes called "buck and pole" fences, for natural appearance with the landscape, made of "bucks" to support the poles!

@uhoh7541 Жыл бұрын

In response to the comment about not having a macro lens. I'm a hobbyist and always wanted one. Have had the nikon z macro and am very close to using my 100-400 for macro like shots and sell the macrom

@mariamullin4031 Жыл бұрын

Great photos, the leaf one was very detailed

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Maria!

@ItsAMbutyoutubechangedmyname Жыл бұрын

What a place to be taking photos in. The leaf was beautiful would have loved to see a b/w version to 😊 the sun in the tree photo should’ve on a wall it’s gorgeous

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@johnanderson4069 Жыл бұрын

Great video and loved the sunburst shot!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks John!

@SteveAmaon Жыл бұрын

Leaf photo is very cool....no pun intended!

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it Steve!

@Silverfoxgy1 Жыл бұрын

Have you ever considered extension tubes? Turns a wide angle zoom into a pseudo macro lens. I’ve had some amazing results on my Canon M50.

@gabetaviano Жыл бұрын

Nice work on the leaf picture, Mark. Hope the workshop went well.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gabe! It was amazing!

@mwhennaz Жыл бұрын

You mentioned the desire to stretch the shutter speed since the scene was so still. What’s the benefit in doing that?

@davidburtner6157 Жыл бұрын

Love the leaf photo ... have found that looking down or even behind you gets a photo that most people miss ... curious as to how much you had to increase your shutter speed for the sun burst

@photolintzscott8645 Жыл бұрын

Split Rail Fence

@blivieriphoto Жыл бұрын

Loved the leaf! Can’t help but wonder what those frosty areas would look like zoomed in even more with a nice macro lens. (My latest GAS affliction purchase! 😜). Great video Mark. I’m missing the fall foliage this year but your video helps ease that pain 😅. Thank you!

@doubles259 Жыл бұрын

Very nice 👍. Beautiful time of year for sure. Can you suggest a good tripod that won’t break the bank 🏦

@prsearls Жыл бұрын

Beautiful images. It's hard to beat Aspens in color.

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Agreed!!

@alanrabinoff8479 Жыл бұрын

Using a phone app such as PhotoPills would have easily predicted where the sun would be in your shot. I have PhotoPills. If I only could learn how to use it! 😂

@MarkDenneyPhoto Жыл бұрын

Yep I use it all the time, just not this particular morning.