The reason I genuinely love this channel is that you talk about the "why" of photography and not the how. Please keep it up. While the how is important to control what we do, the why is what creates great images. IMHO of course.
This place you have been exploring lately is so magical, the terrain, the place of trees, the immense character of those trees. To be there, to do noting but to immerse yourself in its magic would overwhelm me. I could be content to just walk, sit, imagine times past in this place. If I never took a single image, the pleasure of just having been there would be enough. But, I would love to make an attempt to capture something that I feel, just from watching your post. I imagine the joy of being able to go there throughout the seasons, through time. Thanks for sharing. The magic still comes through.
I was very pleased to see this video come up on Projects. I have changed my photography into Projects and find it much more rewarding that taking a random photo. Thanks. I have taken note of your comments so I can improve my sustainability to complete my projects.
“Perhaps the sum of quieter parts is more eloquent”. What a profound statement and so true. Loved this. Have been thinking that I need to think in project terms. This was just the inspiration I needed. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful journey.
Staying connected to your local area. I need to say it again, I love your local approach. Many people I know which travel a lot to not know any of their local area.
Great video Simon. I think your point on connection to location is key. When there is a deep personal connection, great photos follow. Great observation too on the individual photo focus in light of social media. This is something that I will look to expand on moving forward, as a collection telling a more complete story, with each photo having its own character, is a great thing to aspire to. Great insights as always!
There is an incredible depth to your videos Simon. It's incredibly personal, which I love, and expressed so articulately. As other people on this channel have already mentioned, the fact that you talk about the "why" not just the "how" of photography is so refreshing.
A story about industrial medieval life, the traces of which can still be seen in the woodland and trees to this day is a good tale to be told. A picture which can link past to present is worth a thousand words and you tell it well Simon, thanks for sharing your thoughts with us.
Nicely done and spot on. I have stumbled onto the same notion of photographing a nearby piece of desert. You so eloquently expressed what I think has been in my head about what I have been doing. Thank you and good luck.
Another really interesting video Simon. “The sum of quieter parts is more eloquent” a particularly thoughtful & insightful statement, that whole idea of having a project to work on and build knowledge around is definitely one to explore. Thanks once again for sharing and I’m looking forward to seeing what fantastic images this amazing woodland will reveal as part of it’s project. Keep well.
Thank you for showing us around your woodland, my visual eye kept seeing so many different images! Love seeing meg enjoying the natural world and having a super time. Do love the idea of a project, would be a great way to see the woodland as a whole rather than as individual images. My first time in my local Woodland today after a few months, fog, light rays and Snowdrops, just heavenly 🌿🌳😊
Following your development over several years, as an increasingly confident and thoughtfully articulate photographic artist, has been a rare privilege. This piece is a standout contribution to the field. Thank you.
Apart from your lovely images and your valuable insights, what I like of your videos is your vocabulary. Man, it's really vast! As somebody still learning English, listening to you is enriching.
Hi Simon , you are starting a difficult way that certainly will end in a more profound way to approach photos, I' really impressed by your willpower.I can't wait to see next videos and photos!
Thanks Simon. This video has really inspired me to think in a broader sense. I've been offered an opportunity where I need to create a collection of images. I've had a hard time coming up with a concept. Until now. Thank you! 😁
Excellent timing for your video! Great advice on how to move forward since I myself have been trying to formulate a photo project. Its not an easy thing to do, for me personally. So I really appreciate all your thoughts on this subject.
I had such a smile on my face while watching this video because I recently started a small project for many of the same reasons. I am only an amateur hobbyist but decided to work on some nature collages (endless possibilities) and completed my first one (tree bark images) which was satisfying for me and I received great feedback from friends. Really looking forward to following your project Simon!
Thoughtful and well-put, especially "the sum of quieter parts". I'll certainly keep watching as you get to know that area thoroughly and Meg doing the bracken boogie is also enjoyed.
Many thanks for following along. Meg will have a job on her hands as that bracken is going to get very thick and very tall. I'm still trying to figure out the best routes :)
Projects have been difficult recently with the virus so the single local moment has inspired individual approaches & images. Spring / summer is a different reality altogether. We have time to think now ahead restrictions being lifted and bring about a longer term topic/genre/themed and see where this takes us all. Great thinking Batman, another inspirational chat that we all need 😎🤙👌
I always find your thought process and advise very useful and inspiring, I find it can be applied in any genre of photography too. And seeing Megs always brings a smile to my face.
Big-hitter images are high consumption, low engagement. Images that belong to a project might be lower consumption, but they are much higher engagement.
Great advice, Simon, thoughtfully presented. Fabulous final scene too, wouldn’t be at all surprised to see it turn up one way or another as an image in your project
Great video Simon! I have been trying to conceptualize the next stage of my photographic journey for some time now and your thoughts here have been very helpful. Rather than thinking in terms of focusing on wow coastal shots, I will think in terms of capturing the essences of the Oregon coast. I look forward to following your work. Best.
Wonderful video full of some good information. I am currently working on a project that also forces me to come home to read and learn. You have given me some good questions that should help make this project even better. Thanks as always for sharing your thoughts and perspectives.
We have ancient forests down here in NZ trees that are over two thousand years old Besides the beauty of the scenes I find or fail to see the history only the size and I fail to get that size in relation with the surrounding area Cheers
I see videos and articles and book chapters about projects. Nobody really says what a project is. Is it whatever you are interested in? Can you shoot anything and call it a project? What is a project and how do you choose one?
You were saying this was a long term project and the vids so far have shown varying terrain and a one point showed a recent cut. So, I was wondering how much of this “older” growth was there and is it protected?
I don't think any of it has been cut. It's private land and the owner won't cut down any old trees. He planted trees grown from acorns collected from the woodland. Much of it is left to be wild.
How about having another photographer give you a project???? By not picking it yourself, I would think it more challenging to expand your skill-set.....
It could certainly help in expanding your skillset but it depends upon your motivations for photography in the first place. Personally, I'm very clear on what I want and need in photography but assignments could be very useful for those who want to explore different genres.
A beautifully eloquent presentation Simon. Worthy of a number of viewings to absorb the wisdom within. Do you script your voiceovers at all? The reason I ask is that they sound as natural as when you are talking to camera.
The reason I genuinely love this channel is that you talk about the "why" of photography and not the how. Please keep it up. While the how is important to control what we do, the why is what creates great images. IMHO of course.
I agree
Thank you very much, Richard. The why has helped to develop my own work so it's the thing I like to talk about and share too :)
This place you have been exploring lately is so magical, the terrain, the place of trees, the immense character of those trees. To be there, to do noting but to immerse yourself in its magic would overwhelm me. I could be content to just walk, sit, imagine times past in this place. If I never took a single image, the pleasure of just having been there would be enough. But, I would love to make an attempt to capture something that I feel, just from watching your post. I imagine the joy of being able to go there throughout the seasons, through time. Thanks for sharing. The magic still comes through.
I was very pleased to see this video come up on Projects. I have changed my photography into Projects and find it much more rewarding that taking a random photo. Thanks. I have taken note of your comments so I can improve my sustainability to complete my projects.
I liked your idea about looking for consistency in your project images. I loved that you gave Meg her water before you drank yours.
“Perhaps the sum of quieter parts is more eloquent”. What a profound statement and so true. Loved this. Have been thinking that I need to think in project terms. This was just the inspiration I needed. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful journey.
Many thanks for kind words, Kitty. Much appreciated 😊
Staying connected to your local area. I need to say it again, I love your local approach. Many people I know which travel a lot to not know any of their local area.
Much appreciated, Stefan. Thank you!
Your projects inspire me to make photos that are unusual but have more meaning to me and perhaps others. Thank you so much.
My pleasure. Thank you :)
Great video Simon. I think your point on connection to location is key. When there is a deep personal connection, great photos follow. Great observation too on the individual photo focus in light of social media. This is something that I will look to expand on moving forward, as a collection telling a more complete story, with each photo having its own character, is a great thing to aspire to. Great insights as always!
Many thanks for your thoughts and kind comment, Brian!
There is an incredible depth to your videos Simon. It's incredibly personal, which I love, and expressed so articulately. As other people on this channel have already mentioned, the fact that you talk about the "why" not just the "how" of photography is so refreshing.
Meg enjoying the outdoors! 😉
A story about industrial medieval life, the traces of which can still be seen in the woodland and trees to this day is a good tale to be told. A picture which can link past to present is worth a thousand words and you tell it well Simon, thanks for sharing your thoughts with us.
Much appreciated, thank you 😊.
Always a pleasure to see you and Meg in the woods and hear what you have to say.....📸🍷🌈
Nicely done and spot on. I have stumbled onto the same notion of photographing a nearby piece of desert. You so eloquently expressed what I think has been in my head about what I have been doing. Thank you and good luck.
Another really interesting video Simon. “The sum of quieter parts is more eloquent” a particularly thoughtful & insightful statement, that whole idea of having a project to work on and build knowledge around is definitely one to explore. Thanks once again for sharing and I’m looking forward to seeing what fantastic images this amazing woodland will reveal as part of it’s project. Keep well.
Many thanks, Al! I made a decent start in the fog yesterday so hopefully I've got a couple of share :)
I absolutely love your insight, and right now as I struggle with a creative drought, this video is very helpful!! Thanks and take care.
Much appreciated, Craig. Thank you!
Great video and thought provoking video Simon. So good I had to watch it again straight away to help all your points sink in. Thanks 😊
Great to hear, David. Thank you :)
Thank you for showing us around your woodland, my visual eye kept seeing so many different images! Love seeing meg enjoying the natural world and having a super time. Do love the idea of a project, would be a great way to see the woodland as a whole rather than as individual images. My first time in my local Woodland today after a few months, fog, light rays and Snowdrops, just heavenly 🌿🌳😊
Following your development over several years, as an increasingly confident and thoughtfully articulate photographic artist, has been a rare privilege. This piece is a standout contribution to the field. Thank you.
What a fantastic comment. That means a lot, Brandon. Thank you!
Thanks for the great food for thought. And I loved the parallel with a forest.
Apart from your lovely images and your valuable insights, what I like of your videos is your vocabulary. Man, it's really vast! As somebody still learning English, listening to you is enriching.
Thanks very much, Leo 😊
Hi Simon , you are starting a difficult way that certainly will end in a more profound way to approach photos, I' really impressed by your willpower.I can't wait to see next videos and photos!
Many thanks, as always, Enrico! I hope you enjoy watching things develop :)
Lots to unpack here; inspiring and motivating for sure.
Thanks Simon. This video has really inspired me to think in a broader sense. I've been offered an opportunity where I need to create a collection of images. I've had a hard time coming up with a concept. Until now. Thank you! 😁
Many thanks, Barbara. Glad it helped :)
Thank you - lots of food for thought you just gave me an idea for a project too
Excellent timing for your video! Great advice on how to move forward since I myself have been trying to formulate a photo project. Its not an easy thing to do, for me personally. So I really appreciate all your thoughts on this subject.
Yup, got to get on with my book of Western photos!
I had such a smile on my face while watching this video because I recently started a small project for many of the same reasons. I am only an amateur hobbyist but decided to work on some nature collages (endless possibilities) and completed my first one (tree bark images) which was satisfying for me and I received great feedback from friends. Really looking forward to following your project Simon!
That's great to hear, Juanita. Thank you for following along.
Great advice and inspiration. Thanks MJ
Thoughtful and well-put, especially "the sum of quieter parts". I'll certainly keep watching as you get to know that area thoroughly and Meg doing the bracken boogie is also enjoyed.
Many thanks for following along. Meg will have a job on her hands as that bracken is going to get very thick and very tall. I'm still trying to figure out the best routes :)
Projects have been difficult recently with the virus so the single local moment has inspired individual approaches & images. Spring / summer is a different reality altogether. We have time to think now ahead restrictions being lifted and bring about a longer term topic/genre/themed and see where this takes us all. Great thinking Batman, another inspirational chat that we all need 😎🤙👌
Yes, things are finally starting to look up :). Many thanks!
I always find your thought process and advise very useful and inspiring, I find it can be applied in any genre of photography too.
And seeing Megs always brings a smile to my face.
Thank you very much, Rich!
I absolutely love your work, and your dog is fantastic!
Many thanks, Mitzi!
What an awesome, encouraging narrative. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and ideas so beautifully.
That's very kind of you to say, Don. Thank you!
Big-hitter images are high consumption, low engagement. Images that belong to a project might be lower consumption, but they are much higher engagement.
Great advice, Simon, thoughtfully presented. Fabulous final scene too, wouldn’t be at all surprised to see it turn up one way or another as an image in your project
Many thanks, Martin! Ah yes, my video angles are sometimes rough scouting images ;-)
Great video Simon! I have been trying to conceptualize the next stage of my photographic journey for some time now and your thoughts here have been very helpful. Rather than thinking in terms of focusing on wow coastal shots, I will think in terms of capturing the essences of the Oregon coast. I look forward to following your work. Best.
That sounds like a great plan. Best of luck! Many thanks.
Fantastic. Thanks!
Good message! Spring is just around the corner and relief from the impact of COVID-19. Meg seems to be contemplative as well. Cheers!
Really enjoyed this Simon, certainly inspired me to take a project on myself. Love the ending too; maximum chill out!
Always much appreciated, James. I look forward to seeing your project :)
@@SimonBaxterPhotography Thanks Simon! I can’t wait to get started :)
Wonderful video full of some good information. I am currently working on a project that also forces me to come home to read and learn. You have given me some good questions that should help make this project even better. Thanks as always for sharing your thoughts and perspectives.
Thank you very much, Cheryl. Glad you found it useful for your own project.
Some komplex thoughts. I have to think about. Greetings from Germany
Greetings, Volker :)
Look forward to seeing your journey with the photography project. Cheers my friend!
Thx buddy. I've been putting one off. Another will be two years to complete.
Always love watching your videos! 😊
That project sounds absolutely perfect for achieving a book Simon 😉
Wonderful
Great thoughtful advice, as ever
Brilliant video
Thank you, Norbert :)
Great !!!
We have ancient forests down here in NZ trees that are over two thousand years old
Besides the beauty of the scenes I find or fail to see the history only the size and I fail to get that size in relation with the surrounding area
Cheers
I've been thinking about the same thing but within a city, in this case, London. Live and work here
I actually have an on going project called my Pinelands series, I have around 6 videos so far.
I see videos and articles and book chapters about projects.
Nobody really says what a project is. Is it whatever you are interested in? Can you shoot anything and call it a project?
What is a project and how do you choose one?
"Hi Meg!"
How large a woodland in terms of area does this project encompass?
Maybe 70 acres. Why do you ask?
You were saying this was a long term project and the vids so far have shown varying terrain and a one point showed a recent cut. So, I was wondering how much of this “older” growth was there and is it protected?
I don't think any of it has been cut. It's private land and the owner won't cut down any old trees. He planted trees grown from acorns collected from the woodland. Much of it is left to be wild.
Transitioning to being a documentary photographer who happens to work in a woodland?
Well, documentary work within the landscape is important and there's an element of that. But that's not my primary intention :)
How about having another photographer give you a project???? By not picking it yourself, I would think it more challenging to expand your skill-set.....
It could certainly help in expanding your skillset but it depends upon your motivations for photography in the first place. Personally, I'm very clear on what I want and need in photography but assignments could be very useful for those who want to explore different genres.
A beautifully eloquent presentation Simon. Worthy of a number of viewings to absorb the wisdom within. Do you script your voiceovers at all? The reason I ask is that they sound as natural as when you are talking to camera.
Many thanks, Andrew! Each voiceover is recorded from the same position as the pieces to camera and I do it just to break things up a bit :)
Thanks for the info on your voiceovers. It explains why they sound so familiar, and natural.