You're so down to earth and rational in the points you make. Your expertise (sorry, im not a photography person, so never heard of you before, but now subscribed) shines through in your breakdown critique, even for someone like me who knows little of the industry. What a contrast to the 'tech-bro-dude' video you critique. To be honest I got tired of listening to him in your video--He's probably a nice guy, just trying to make a living, but I wish TH-camrs would focus more on the a concise message they want to get across, and less on the 'how-can-I-fit-every-single-monetizing-tactic-into-every-video-I-make' method of making videos: make a list; sound super-upbeat; have super-cool background with LED bling; add a "wait for the end where I show you secret tip" tagline in the first 10 seconds.
@@ThePhotographyRebuttal I’m not even here for “car photography” I’m here for photography. Except I’m in Italy now trying to nail awesome shots of these Fiat 500’s in their natural habitat.
I really enjoyed this video. I like your calm demeanor but to the point approach. It was quite amusing. Keep going and giving the straight advice we need.
Literally changing the car photography scene in youtube! Really glad you are making videos that really show what the real difference between a professional photographer and instagram photographer. Thanks a lot for all the useful information in every single video Michael - it brings so much valuable insight that otherwise no one talks about.
What you bring out best in this video is the fact that there are 2 different types of shooting styles for automotive photography. Joseph covered the basic entry-level Instagram shots well, something that only needs a single exposure, and is quick to take, quick to post. The hobby/IG photographers will be happy with this, and 95% of people on social media will be happy with it as well. (Until they watch this video) 😂 You hit home that professional car photography is a completely different world. As someone who did a few marketing campaigns with Ford, working with a friend on a shoot for JLR was something OF ANOTHER LEVEL. I love how you started off with the fact that all brands are different, and their tier system for shoots is so different as well. Was really cool to see these things put into a video! 🙌🏽
One thing I feel that is missing in Joseph's video (and almost all of YT photography) is the "why" behind the photoshoot and shot selection, which is more established in your examples. For me, answering that and keeping it in mind during a shoot solves the "what and how should I photograph" questions. I'd like to hear more about your lens selection. I do almost everything at 85 & 200 for exteriors and 24,35, 85 for interiors. I do Bring-A-Trailer style shoots for a dealership so I'm filling the frame with the car and details for online lookers/buyers. I have the space, so I shoot with as long a focal length as possible. Interiors, I'm always trying to avoid glare and my reflection, so longer helps. Are you shooting wide mostly due to the emphasis on environmental shots? For interiors, is it a perspective preference or to show as much as possible, even in detail shots?
I think the WHY is crucial and the biggest thing most photographers lack. Need to study art history so you know why art exists before you can apply it to your photography
Great advice Michael. I enjoy watching you share your knowledge and experience here on YT - wish you did it more often - and the fact you are able to back all your suggestions up with some incredible images produced for big brands makes you a top channel for me. I dont know the guy you reviewed but I watch many YT 'car photographers' and there are many who come across like they know everything but have no mass distributed material other than a load of likes on IG. Please do more like this!
Absolutely admire your work. I am not car photographer-I do more of portraits & fashion but I always learn from you and your video’s . Highly professional and skilled photographer that talk about skills and business not ego. Keep good work . Thank you
This video is gold. Finally someone roasts amateurs giving advice like professionals while making basic mistakes themselves. I'm waiting for the next video like this. And of course we want to see how to take shots in motion, sideways.
Great video, man! I think Joseph's shots are good guidelines. Definitely shots to consider for sure when you're doing a car photoshoot. 5:45, agreed. that white balance...can REALLY vary. I think lighting is the key factor for these specific settings. F/2.8 got me thinking they are doing this when the sun just BARELY hanging on. lol
It's a tricky one, because Joseph is just creating youtube content for an audience of probably non-car shooters or hobbiest crowd. Those of us who have been working in the commercial ad sector for long enough have a very different view on how car photography needs to be done because of industry experience. It's maybe comparing apples and pears a bit. But then again, we're all just making youtube content too.
Thanks Seagram. My main criticism was him coming across as a pro and expert, potentially misleading the YT audience. Also trying to full a void and offer my perspective with "industry experience". People, as always, will believe whatever they want to believe.
Oh man you left me hangin' on the motion blur!!! Hahahah. Yes, yes... oh and also yes I would love to see a video on how you achieve those motion blur shots. I have an idea how you do it but I may be wrong.
I watched several of Don Giannatti classes and videos and the difference between someone with a good camera and a true professional photographer is miles apart. And like everything no two people have the same tastes but when you're working with high-end products and top art directors then a person with a camera isn't going to cut it.
Indeed great video. I don’t think that you were rude. When you have the facts it’s easy to learn. Again. Please make More videos like this. They are super helpful. Best to you
Interesting video, I appreciate the clarification on some of the terms. However I do believe Garcia was onto something about LED headlights. They have an operating frequency which can be detected by a camera in some instances. Lowering your shutter speed can and does allow you the refresh rate issue to be mitigated. I have shot some BMW's in the past where the refresh rate was out of sync so it would appear that one light was on and the other was not. Your comment however, about the lens flare, is still true and valid.
You remind me of Scott from Tin House Studios on youtube. Spitting actual facts about the industry. He is in the commercial world though and loves to be brutally honest. youtubers LOVE to make up genres like "I'm a model photographer" for example. Where some industries don't even exist (but do on youtube, just a fake reality).
@@ThePhotographyRebuttal Yeah I mean his work is good and I don’t want to make fun of him but I just think car photography is running 2 different roads. The business road where it really is about „professional“ photography and the enthusiast road where they know more about the cars than their camera. I don’t want to hurt anybody here, but these people tend to say a lot of wrong things in photography and those are always the loudest. I really appreciate your YT channel! Even though I‘m more of a studio photographer it’s very interesting and definitely helps a lot for everyone interested in photography.
@@ThePhotographyRebuttal I also wanted to ask if you could show how you‘d go for an interior detailed shot. Do you do HDR or do you also include flashes?
"The Landscape Shot" Then shows a Starbucks or Gas Station... The location is just as important in my car photography as the car itself. I don't think of it as one specific shot to get... This is definitely aimed at the hype IG photographers.
Points taken, but this cat's got five TIMES the subscribers you have. Nit picking him makes you look petty and envious. I agree with a lot of your critique, but the tone doesn't reflect well on you. (I was expecting you to criticize his haircut next.) Rather than picking on others, show us the RIGHT way to do it. Be positive and it will serve you better.
You're so down to earth and rational in the points you make. Your expertise (sorry, im not a photography person, so never heard of you before, but now subscribed) shines through in your breakdown critique, even for someone like me who knows little of the industry. What a contrast to the 'tech-bro-dude' video you critique. To be honest I got tired of listening to him in your video--He's probably a nice guy, just trying to make a living, but I wish TH-camrs would focus more on the a concise message they want to get across, and less on the 'how-can-I-fit-every-single-monetizing-tactic-into-every-video-I-make' method of making videos: make a list; sound super-upbeat; have super-cool background with LED bling; add a "wait for the end where I show you secret tip" tagline in the first 10 seconds.
Kudos to you for not only commenting, but also subscribing as someone "outside" of photography. This means so so much. Thank you!
You really show the difference between a professional and a hobbiest
My first reaction video. Tried to be nice. What do you think of Joseph's opinions?
Motion blur video would be very welcome. Thank You.
5:17 make the damn video this is gold.
Alright - Damn it! LOL
@@ThePhotographyRebuttal I’m not even here for “car photography” I’m here for photography. Except I’m in Italy now trying to nail awesome shots of these Fiat 500’s in their natural habitat.
Great video! You managed to explain your points like a true pro, whilst being respectful to the creator.
Glad it was helpful!
I like this, so I subscribed.
About 1% of photographers on TH-cam are working "professionals", the other 99% are "professional TH-camrs" .
Cheers,
Feels good to be in the 1%, if only if was also in the top 1% fiinancially.
I'd like to see that Porsche Taycan video! Always good to have a breakdown from a pro
I really enjoyed this video. I like your calm demeanor but to the point approach. It was quite amusing. Keep going and giving the straight advice we need.
Literally changing the car photography scene in youtube! Really glad you are making videos that really show what the real difference between a professional photographer and instagram photographer. Thanks a lot for all the useful information in every single video Michael - it brings so much valuable insight that otherwise no one talks about.
Awesome! Thank you! Comments like yours motivate me to keep going, even though making these videos is way more work than I thought.
What you bring out best in this video is the fact that there are 2 different types of shooting styles for automotive photography.
Joseph covered the basic entry-level Instagram shots well, something that only needs a single exposure, and is quick to take, quick to post. The hobby/IG photographers will be happy with this, and 95% of people on social media will be happy with it as well. (Until they watch this video) 😂
You hit home that professional car photography is a completely different world. As someone who did a few marketing campaigns with Ford, working with a friend on a shoot for JLR was something OF ANOTHER LEVEL.
I love how you started off with the fact that all brands are different, and their tier system for shoots is so different as well. Was really cool to see these things put into a video! 🙌🏽
One thing I feel that is missing in Joseph's video (and almost all of YT photography) is the "why" behind the photoshoot and shot selection, which is more established in your examples. For me, answering that and keeping it in mind during a shoot solves the "what and how should I photograph" questions. I'd like to hear more about your lens selection. I do almost everything at 85 & 200 for exteriors and 24,35, 85 for interiors. I do Bring-A-Trailer style shoots for a dealership so I'm filling the frame with the car and details for online lookers/buyers. I have the space, so I shoot with as long a focal length as possible. Interiors, I'm always trying to avoid glare and my reflection, so longer helps. Are you shooting wide mostly due to the emphasis on environmental shots? For interiors, is it a perspective preference or to show as much as possible, even in detail shots?
I think the WHY is crucial and the biggest thing most photographers lack. Need to study art history so you know why art exists before you can apply it to your photography
Yes! Brilliant video, and let's see that Porsche Taycan video ;)
You are awesome, nothing more to say! Thanks for your insights and all the info, really, really help!
Thank you so much!
Great advice Michael. I enjoy watching you share your knowledge and experience here on YT - wish you did it more often - and the fact you are able to back all your suggestions up with some incredible images produced for big brands makes you a top channel for me. I dont know the guy you reviewed but I watch many YT 'car photographers' and there are many who come across like they know everything but have no mass distributed material other than a load of likes on IG. Please do more like this!
I appreciate that! Thank you! Will do more!
Absolutely admire your work. I am not car photographer-I do more of portraits & fashion but I always learn from you and your video’s . Highly professional and skilled photographer that talk about skills and business not ego.
Keep good work . Thank you
Wow, thank you!
This video is gold. Finally someone roasts amateurs giving advice like professionals while making basic mistakes themselves. I'm waiting for the next video like this. And of course we want to see how to take shots in motion, sideways.
Nice video! Would love to see a video on the motion blur.
Great video, man! I think Joseph's shots are good guidelines. Definitely shots to consider for sure when you're doing a car photoshoot.
5:45, agreed. that white balance...can REALLY vary. I think lighting is the key factor for these specific settings. F/2.8 got me thinking they are doing this when the sun just BARELY hanging on. lol
Nice commentary. I'd like to see videos of your pan & blur techniques.
Fantastic educational video 😊
Thank you!
It's a tricky one, because Joseph is just creating youtube content for an audience of probably non-car shooters or hobbiest crowd.
Those of us who have been working in the commercial ad sector for long enough have a very different view on how car photography needs to be done because of industry experience.
It's maybe comparing apples and pears a bit. But then again, we're all just making youtube content too.
Thanks Seagram. My main criticism was him coming across as a pro and expert, potentially misleading the YT audience. Also trying to full a void and offer my perspective with "industry experience". People, as always, will believe whatever they want to believe.
Nice reaction and very good explained! I think Joseph can thank you for your suggestions for improvement.
I hope so and thank you for watching. Please share if you can.
We need more of you on this platform, loved Lambo shoot, and all guide videos like pricing one which is relatively old now.
Oh man you left me hangin' on the motion blur!!!
Hahahah. Yes, yes... oh and also yes I would love to see a video on how you achieve those motion blur shots. I have an idea how you do it but I may be wrong.
I watched several of Don Giannatti classes and videos and the difference between someone with a good camera and a true professional photographer is miles apart. And like everything no two people have the same tastes but when you're working with high-end products and top art directors then a person with a camera isn't going to cut it.
5:15 Yes, please show us!
Love it!
Thanks!!
Indeed great video. I don’t think that you were rude. When you have the facts it’s easy to learn. Again. Please make
More videos like this. They are super helpful. Best to you
we DEFINETLY want to see a video about the porsche taycan shots
Interesting video, I appreciate the clarification on some of the terms. However I do believe Garcia was onto something about LED headlights. They have an operating frequency which can be detected by a camera in some instances. Lowering your shutter speed can and does allow you the refresh rate issue to be mitigated. I have shot some BMW's in the past where the refresh rate was out of sync so it would appear that one light was on and the other was not.
Your comment however, about the lens flare, is still true and valid.
You remind me of Scott from Tin House Studios on youtube. Spitting actual facts about the industry. He is in the commercial world though and loves to be brutally honest. youtubers LOVE to make up genres like "I'm a model photographer" for example. Where some industries don't even exist (but do on youtube, just a fake reality).
Yep - love Scott's channel. He's great
Really happy I came across this account. Love your explanations! New sub !
3:53 This made me burst out in laughter so hard😂😂😂
Ha ha that was my natural knee jerk reaction!
@@ThePhotographyRebuttal Yeah I mean his work is good and I don’t want to make fun of him but I just think car photography is running 2 different roads. The business road where it really is about „professional“ photography and the enthusiast road where they know more about the cars than their camera. I don’t want to hurt anybody here, but these people tend to say a lot of wrong things in photography and those are always the loudest.
I really appreciate your YT channel! Even though I‘m more of a studio photographer it’s very interesting and definitely helps a lot for everyone interested in photography.
@@ThePhotographyRebuttal I also wanted to ask if you could show how you‘d go for an interior detailed shot.
Do you do HDR or do you also include flashes?
@@kjdh3823 yes. Almost always light an interior but don’t use hdr - looks too fake.
More, please 🙏
Reactions?
Yes, Michael!
@@IvoIvanov-imagefactorystudio ok!!
everyone's an expert on youtube until an actual working photographer posts content
Great video. I will be looking to do a consultation with you one of these days.
Email me anytime!
I watched this video a few weeks ago and had many of the same thoughts as you.
Make the motion blur video!
Great comments in a well done vid, and as a car tog (for car magazines) must agree with all you said. Oh as for the Porsche vid then yes.
As a Pro photogpraher shooting cars for over 30 years I hop I can guess the '10 shots' ..... I'll watch it now and come back
It’s not what you think 😜 looking forward to your reply though
@@ThePhotographyRebuttal Just watched. You are right; it wasn't what I thought - great channel - love it - good luck
@@nelsonclub7722 that’s why I made rhis reaction video. Thanks for watching tho.
"The Landscape Shot" Then shows a Starbucks or Gas Station... The location is just as important in my car photography as the car itself. I don't think of it as one specific shot to get... This is definitely aimed at the hype IG photographers.
You are too kind on this youtuber😂 i saw that video😅 I’ve got emotional damage
You know it's gonna be bad info when they edit photos in a LED lit room. Worst editing workspace ever.
Points taken, but this cat's got five TIMES the subscribers you have. Nit picking him makes you look petty and envious. I agree with a lot of your critique, but the tone doesn't reflect well on you. (I was expecting you to criticize his haircut next.) Rather than picking on others, show us the RIGHT way to do it. Be positive and it will serve you better.
Number of subscribers is a number gen Z means it's important, nobody else in the right mind.