They spent three weeks teaching this to us at school when I did my GCSE in art. You did it in under five minutes. And made it ten times more enjoyable than those eight hours I spent in a classroom.
becki groves This is a very very short introduction to color psychology, color is a huge topic. Internet tutorials are a complementary study, not a formal and professional study.
Of course internet tutorials are not formal and professional study, but my point is that I learnt more in five minutes than I learnt in eight hours of class time because of Rachel and Daniel's efficient teaching style and the inefficiency of the teaching style of the school I went to. To see whether what we were taught at school was any more in depth than this and I had just forgotten (which would also emphasise my point), I actually dug out my old books and went through them. School went just slightly deeper, and explained which colours to use for which emotions, but I did not remember any of it because not only did they spend a lot longer explaining the basics which did not need so long explaining, but they did not do it in such an active and memorable way. Rachel and Daniel went out and photographed two colours to show how they affected the mood of an image, whereas in school we were just told what each colour did and told to experiment without being given any demonstration. So yes, I am not going to get a qualification from watching a Mango Street Tutorial, but just because I have a GCSE in art, it does not mean I have the ability to paint a perfect replica of the Mona Lisa, either.
If you two ever write a book I promise I will buy a copy, do you realise just how talented you both are? We all know there are photographers on TH-cam that don’t know one end of the camera from the other, but I can only think of a couple that are as good as you for working with models and still life. You two are unique, from choosing your models, to what they wear, to your poses right through to your post editing has me blown away. It’s that extra thing beyond pressing a shutter and getting the right exposure that’s very special indeed. Every video I think it can’t be as good as the previous one and every video you produce something better. I use the colour themes in Photoshop and then create a gradient layer using the the palette I’m given and whichever ever rules I’m following, I then go through all the different layer options such as normal, soft light, overlay etc. It’s amazing the difference it can make to a landscape. Thank you for giving me that photographers name last week, an amazing photographer.
Thanks, as always, for the support, Mark! We always get excited to see your kind words in the mix. Glad you enjoyed Hideaki Hamada's work! We're huge fans of his. Where can we find your landscape photography? We'd love to check it out!
Mango Street Long story but basically I’m very aware of my expiry date due to a very unusual condition. This condition means I cannot commit myself to anything as I never know how I will be from one day to the next so I don’t have a website. It also means I spend an awful lot of time in bed watching TH-cam. I sell prints in the old fashioned way of putting them in certain outlets and people buy them when they see them. The money then goes to a disability charity I’m passionate about, I met my wife there and I’m an advisor for them. I've tried 500px and Instagram but never really took to either, so because of all that I don’t have any work to speak of online. I did recently post one on twitter, of some God rays my twitter name is @llb_mark but I think that’s the only one still online.
So for those of you that see this and get overwhelmed at the thought of picking a location, outfit, and accessories that obey color theory, or if you don't shoot people, just keep in mind that this is a tool to help you recognize why a particular photo is very pleasing, and also a tool to help you in your post shoot editing process. Remember, if you're a Lightroom user you have color sliders that you can use to adjust hue and saturation of everything in your photo. So if you photo is close to having a triadic color palette but there's is a non-trivial amount of color that is distracting, you can possibly turn the saturation down on that one. Also, what are the most abundant colors outside? Green usually, yellow in the fall depending where you are, muted white/gray in the winter. Find a model who's willing to wear a solid color jacket and head outside! Easy peasy.
Hey! So I want to go to photography school IN Jan on month away and It is not going to be possible unless I use social media to my benefit! Help me by donating or sharing it on your Facebook! www.gofundme.com/9avff-photography-school
You guys are awesome! Honestly it’s hard to find content like this with regards to photography! It’s all encompassing not just how to use a camera but how to compose and make a more engaging photo! Keep it up!
this helps a lot because normally i do photography with nature with a low quality camera.This inspires me a lot because i study in my spare time photography because when i am older it would be my dream job.You guys make me learn or inspire me with fully creative ideas for know and the future.Thank you Maya.
Great work once again, guys! I've learned about colour theory relating to graphic design but never really thought about how it applies to photography as well.
Thanks, man. I've quite a bit of photography now and I always thought about the colour theory when picking a shot/editing, but I didn't think so much about it when doing little bit of graphic design. Which do you usually pick when selecting of the complementary, split complementary, triadic and analogous?
i have a couple things that i'd love to see videos about from you two (three if you count carlton b/c i want him in every video???): 1. styling photographs (outfits and locations) 2. finding models 3. getting models comfortable in front of the camera (maybe an extension of the "shooting non-models" video, but more about fine-art/editorial posing since that can get sort of awkward and then you can see it in the facial expression) 4. breaking your photography habits those are the things i struggle with the most!
Within the past month and a half or so, I've really dove into color theory and I've even picked up a few books on the topic... definitely a well timed upload XD
Mind. Blown. It’s almost like fate drew me to this video. I’ve been struggling how to go about planning future shoots and I feel like I have a base to start off now. Thank you soooooooooo much! I had to hug the like button for this one :D
Dude is good... composition is spot on... but holy, Rachel (Rachelle?) is a genius with the models. LOVE how her mind works. Every shot has something unique in it, even if we've seen the overall idea before. So well done.
I like the synergy between your IG and TH-cam. Seeing the posts on IG made me anticipate this TH-cam post. Another great video and another great set of captures!
I go to art school in New York studying photography and I learn more from your videos than I have this entire year in classes. Maybe I should drop out and move to LA to become friends with you guys lol
You guys absolutely ROCK! How on Earth you don't have MUCH MORE followers is beyond me. Brief, precise explanations with stunning photos. Truly professionals. I think you are definitely doing some magic here ... happy to follow you guys further...
we have short attention spans, so we feel your pain. our goal is to never waste anyone's time, so we always try to get to the point as quickly as possible.
I like how colour theory is briefly mentioned, then some apps and straight into, "Once you've picked your palate, it's time to go shoot." The reality is, colourist for film, video games, fashion houses, paint manufactures etc all study colour theory for a decade or so. I say this to be discouraging, but appreciate when you see a stunning collection of cohesive colours..99% chance that creator has worked on their personal choices and combo's for years. It makes you appreciate films like, "My brother where art thou." or "The grand Budapest hotel." just how much work and selection goes into creating a continuity of colour.
Yes! Subscribed! I save my subscriptions for channels I really want to support. I honestly think the future of education is in short interactive videos! Nice one guys.
Great video guy's! Really opened my eyes to how color matching draws you to an image. Would really like to see how you edited these pictures in post. The finished images looked awesome.
Just once again...you guys rock! Thank you for your videos and hard work. Honestly the best, easy to watch tutorials and well "whatever" ;) Love your laid back and easy you make it look. Cheers
This Adobe color is money! Thanks for the quick and concise version of Color Theory. I carefully selected the like button since I'm smashed the subscribe button a few weeks back 😎
Very informative and good insight in colour theory, Thanks for another great video. and yeah finally understood the meaning of colour theory will use it in my upcoming shoots. Thank you Mango Street.
People need to understand that any art form requires so much more than just learning about the medium you're pursuing. Joey Lawrence (which takes fantastic photos) studied dutch paintings for his compositions. So yeah great video guys :)
They spent three weeks teaching this to us at school when I did my GCSE in art. You did it in under five minutes. And made it ten times more enjoyable than those eight hours I spent in a classroom.
Lol same the amount of times we had tutorial sessions about it and no one got it
becki groves I honestly think the future of education is in short interactive internet videos!!!!
becki groves This is a very very short introduction to color psychology, color is a huge topic. Internet tutorials are a complementary study, not a formal and professional study.
Of course internet tutorials are not formal and professional study, but my point is that I learnt more in five minutes than I learnt in eight hours of class time because of Rachel and Daniel's efficient teaching style and the inefficiency of the teaching style of the school I went to. To see whether what we were taught at school was any more in depth than this and I had just forgotten (which would also emphasise my point), I actually dug out my old books and went through them. School went just slightly deeper, and explained which colours to use for which emotions, but I did not remember any of it because not only did they spend a lot longer explaining the basics which did not need so long explaining, but they did not do it in such an active and memorable way. Rachel and Daniel went out and photographed two colours to show how they affected the mood of an image, whereas in school we were just told what each colour did and told to experiment without being given any demonstration.
So yes, I am not going to get a qualification from watching a Mango Street Tutorial, but just because I have a GCSE in art, it does not mean I have the ability to paint a perfect replica of the Mona Lisa, either.
Maybe you guys simply just can't get the material...
If you two ever write a book I promise I will buy a copy, do you realise just how talented you both are? We all know there are photographers on TH-cam that don’t know one end of the camera from the other, but I can only think of a couple that are as good as you for working with models and still life. You two are unique, from choosing your models, to what they wear, to your poses right through to your post editing has me blown away. It’s that extra thing beyond pressing a shutter and getting the right exposure that’s very special indeed. Every video I think it can’t be as good as the previous one and every video you produce something better.
I use the colour themes in Photoshop and then create a gradient layer using the the palette I’m given and whichever ever rules I’m following, I then go through all the different layer options such as normal, soft light, overlay etc. It’s amazing the difference it can make to a landscape.
Thank you for giving me that photographers name last week, an amazing photographer.
Thanks, as always, for the support, Mark! We always get excited to see your kind words in the mix.
Glad you enjoyed Hideaki Hamada's work! We're huge fans of his.
Where can we find your landscape photography? We'd love to check it out!
Mango Street Long story but basically I’m very aware of my expiry date due to a very unusual condition. This condition means I cannot commit myself to anything as I never know how I will be from one day to the next so I don’t have a website. It also means I spend an awful lot of time in bed watching TH-cam. I sell prints in the old fashioned way of putting them in certain outlets and people buy them when they see them. The money then goes to a disability charity I’m passionate about, I met my wife there and I’m an advisor for them. I've tried 500px and Instagram but never really took to either, so because of all that I don’t have any work to speak of online. I did recently post one on twitter, of some God rays my twitter name is @llb_mark but I think that’s the only one still online.
Mark Harris PREACH SAMEE
Mark Harris omg I would buy it too!!! They should definitely put something together
if they did write a book i would get it and i'm not even into photography i just want it for the artistic enrichment
So for those of you that see this and get overwhelmed at the thought of picking a location, outfit, and accessories that obey color theory, or if you don't shoot people, just keep in mind that this is a tool to help you recognize why a particular photo is very pleasing, and also a tool to help you in your post shoot editing process. Remember, if you're a Lightroom user you have color sliders that you can use to adjust hue and saturation of everything in your photo. So if you photo is close to having a triadic color palette but there's is a non-trivial amount of color that is distracting, you can possibly turn the saturation down on that one.
Also, what are the most abundant colors outside? Green usually, yellow in the fall depending where you are, muted white/gray in the winter. Find a model who's willing to wear a solid color jacket and head outside! Easy peasy.
Derek Alvarado Really thoughtful and interesting tip! Appreciate it!
thank you!
Hey! So I want to go to photography school IN Jan on month away and It is not going to be possible unless I use social media to my benefit! Help me by donating or sharing it on your Facebook!
www.gofundme.com/9avff-photography-school
You guys are awesome! Honestly it’s hard to find content like this with regards to photography! It’s all encompassing not just how to use a camera but how to compose and make a more engaging photo! Keep it up!
If Mango Street was a school, i'd graduate in less than a year
this helps a lot because normally i do photography with nature with a low quality camera.This inspires me a lot because i study in my spare time photography because when i am older it would be my dream job.You guys make me learn or inspire me with fully creative ideas for know and the future.Thank you Maya.
Great work once again, guys! I've learned about colour theory relating to graphic design but never really thought about how it applies to photography as well.
Ricky Martin!
Mango Street!
Thanks, man. I've quite a bit of photography now and I always thought about the colour theory when picking a shot/editing, but I didn't think so much about it when doing little bit of graphic design. Which do you usually pick when selecting of the complementary, split complementary, triadic and analogous?
Ricky Martin yeah it’s an important aspect which I’ve never gave much thoughtb
You guys are just awesome!
Bruhh you came here also🤪
very much informative.. i will try to use in my upcoming projects
Color tone really impacts the photo. This color theory was taught by my teacher in my highschool class. Love it
This is one of the coolest photo sets i've seen. So creative and inspiring. Thanks!!
you guys are so awesome at creating short but super informative videos! I can tell you put a lot of time into this!
i have a couple things that i'd love to see videos about from you two (three if you count carlton b/c i want him in every video???):
1. styling photographs (outfits and locations)
2. finding models
3. getting models comfortable in front of the camera (maybe an extension of the "shooting non-models" video, but more about fine-art/editorial posing since that can get sort of awkward and then you can see it in the facial expression)
4. breaking your photography habits
those are the things i struggle with the most!
Within the past month and a half or so, I've really dove into color theory and I've even picked up a few books on the topic... definitely a well timed upload XD
THANK YOU for having subtitles on this video, I can show my class this video happily knowing my HOH students will enjoy it as well :)
Mind. Blown. It’s almost like fate drew me to this video. I’ve been struggling how to go about planning future shoots and I feel like I have a base to start off now. Thank you soooooooooo much! I had to hug the like button for this one :D
Wow theyre great models. They look like it makes your life a lot easier for sure. I am a big fan of the dark greens and the yellows.
Why pay for photography classes when Mango Street teaches you everything (for free). More power to the two of you. ♡ Bless you ♡
liking the vid before it starts playing has become routine now, you guys always blowing it outta the park❤️
This channel's got AESTHETICS AF
Dude is good... composition is spot on... but holy, Rachel (Rachelle?) is a genius with the models. LOVE how her mind works. Every shot has something unique in it, even if we've seen the overall idea before. So well done.
Absolutely mesmerized by this shoot! Beautiful!
wow so much quality in the tones and colours. elegant
this yellow is so pretty
I like the synergy between your IG and TH-cam. Seeing the posts on IG made me anticipate this TH-cam post. Another great video and another great set of captures!
I go to art school in New York studying photography and I learn more from your videos than I have this entire year in classes. Maybe I should drop out and move to LA to become friends with you guys lol
no
this was really really helpful! ive been loking for ways to make my photography more interesting and trying to add colors!!!!!
Been struggling to find a way to apply colour theory in editing. This was EXACTLY what I needed, thank you so much!
Your models were perfect they compliment each other so well
you guys are so good. more enjoyable than school seminars 'bout photography.
You guys absolutely ROCK! How on Earth you don't have MUCH MORE followers is beyond me. Brief, precise explanations with stunning photos. Truly professionals. I think you are definitely doing some magic here ... happy to follow you guys further...
Your photos are beautiful and so original! I love them!!
You two are just great, then there's Carlton, and the trinity of greatness is complete
This is truly fascinating... can't wait to put into practice
Always look forward to your guys' videos. It's like a breath of fresh air that's informative, fun, and inspiring. Thanks guys for all you do!!
This is life changing omg
!!!!!!
this makes styling so much easier
i paint more than i do photography and everyone always struggles with understanding and explaining color theory and you guys got it like spot on
The shoot is so gorgeous 😍
This is dope! I’m just getting into fashion and lifestyle shoots and was curious about setting up color schemes for shoots. This helped a lot!
You two are adorable! I love your style & tips on photography, they have helped so much! Thanks!!
This is so important for me in photography and films! Thanks for sharing!
love how you guys jumped straight to the point of the video. For many other channels i have to skip the first 3 min lol
we have short attention spans, so we feel your pain. our goal is to never waste anyone's time, so we always try to get to the point as quickly as possible.
I like how colour theory is briefly mentioned, then some apps and straight into, "Once you've picked your palate, it's time to go shoot." The reality is, colourist for film, video games, fashion houses, paint manufactures etc all study colour theory for a decade or so.
I say this to be discouraging, but appreciate when you see a stunning collection of cohesive colours..99% chance that creator has worked on their personal choices and combo's for years.
It makes you appreciate films like, "My brother where art thou." or "The grand Budapest hotel." just how much work and selection goes into creating a continuity of colour.
This is the earliest I've ever been to your vids. Love the content!
Great info! I've only heard of using colors opposite of each other on the color wheel.
this is one of my favorite channels. you guys rock
Yes! Subscribed! I save my subscriptions for channels I really want to support. I honestly think the future of education is in short interactive videos! Nice one guys.
I was literally googling color theory the whole day, then got notification of this awesome vid. Our minds must be connected.
Love your videos!! I learn so much each time I watch one.
Great video guy's! Really opened my eyes to how color matching draws you to an image. Would really like to see how you edited these pictures in post. The finished images looked awesome.
Awesome! You did a really good job ad always, guys! I love the way you edit your videos too.
I just saw you guys in my recommended list and I enjoyed this one. The colors are really beautiful.
I love the composition of all your photos
Always a pleasure watching your videos; they never fail to give me the real deal 😍
Great video and thanks for the tutorial! I was needing help with this.
This was absolutely fantastic! Thank you so much .
These literally never waste my time and i get to learn so much too 💖
i thought it would be easy peasy lemon squeezy but instead it's next level difficult difficult lemon difficult
Simply BEAUTIFUL and INSPIRING
Amazing video!! Very refreshing after all I've seen so far...
I AM LIVING FOR THIS SHOOT
Your notification woke me up from my study break-up (sleeping ahaha)
WORTH IT. 😍
Fantastic advice plus very wholesome and beautiful fashion photography!
Girl i looove your style!
What I was waiting for to see from you guys! And now I will watch it first
I want good photos too! But only you two are capable of such amazingness!
"Apply light pressure to the like button" 😊
i'd love it if you watched one of youtube videos :)
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th-cam.com/video/Oy1dYjxsVgY/w-d-xo.html
*smashes left mouse clicker with fist*
Just once again...you guys rock! Thank you for your videos and hard work. Honestly the best, easy to watch tutorials and well "whatever" ;) Love your laid back and easy you make it look. Cheers
I love how these videos are informative and short!!!! Like I’m still paying attention cuz it’s not 15min long
Love it how keegan's picture suddenly pops up once you mentioned key color
I love your channel specially for portrait ideas
I like the PURPLE more than the yellow. It gives me more of a relaxed feeling.
THESE PHOTOS ARE AMAZING WOWOOWOWOWOWOW
Holy smokes, you guys surprise me more and more each video.
I learned this in interior design, it was probably my favourite thing.
You guys are amazing!! As always! 💕
I LOVE YOU GUYS! best tutorials ever
This Adobe color is money! Thanks for the quick and concise version of Color Theory. I carefully selected the like button since I'm smashed the subscribe button a few weeks back 😎
Beautiful images! I use live view sometimes too. 👊🏽📸😊
So much awesome. Love you guys and how perfect your videos are.
Very informative and good insight in colour theory, Thanks for another great video. and yeah finally understood the meaning of colour theory will use it in my upcoming shoots. Thank you Mango Street.
And boom color theory learned.. 🎉
Live view is LIFEEEEEE ❤
You guys are bloody brilliant! I'm in awe
Thank you for this you guys! Please do some more in depth videos on colour theory. Love your content ❤️
You guys are literally perfect together so jealous haha super talented love your content
Super color theory once again cool work both of you!!!!❤❤❤😘😘😘
Love this - Such an easy change to make for a really comprehensive reason! :D
You guys are so precious omg
ahh love you guys, im currently learning about this now, even better seeing it put to use by my two favourite togs and couple :) !!
People need to understand that any art form requires so much more than just learning about the medium you're pursuing. Joey Lawrence (which takes fantastic photos) studied dutch paintings for his compositions. So yeah great video guys :)
This is awesome! I'm not sure if you guys know a lot about fashion, but I think a fashion in photography video would be extremely helpful!
Beautiful photos the colours really nice to the eyes
This was SO sick. Thanks for the tips!
Nice sponsorship square space, all time learning thanks for this colours really do target people eyes
Another awesome video! 👊 Will definitely pay attention on color palettes before a shoot next time. 😉
Song: Marc Robillard - Time Stood Still
Nice shots. Really inspiring editorial work.
Just bought a Mango Street shirt! Really looking forward to it arriving! :)
Hi guys. I love you! I love the fact that you have a pug and that you take pictures of strangers in public (in the other vid). :)