Killer content as always Jay but this one hit home, real good stuff here. I’m Brooklyn born but grew up in NNJ. Recently work has gotten me back to Carol Gardens area of Brooklyn often so your work hits close to home. Love the answers the photographers all gave, funny but seems to be a theme. All seems to mention something about the connection to other people, the community, life, their backgrounds, etc, and how they seem to use that to interact with those around them. Fascinating video. Myself, I am very outgoing and talkative and although my main income is from being a financial services professional, my passion is walking the streets of Montclair NJ and interacting with the public through my camera. Mostly Leica M10M with 50 / F2.0 APO M. Love that combo and it brings me peace and clarity to my life. Great job Jay, fantastic share…. Bravo…. 📷🖤📷
Hey @jBartolo thank you for your comment and watching. I grew up in Park Slope so I know Brooklyn well. I feel the same way when I need to clear my head I simply need to go out and capture life.
@craig_cunha Glad you enjoyed it! I was trying a POV setup. on this day. I must admit I really like it because it brings you all along with me in a more over the shoulder way.
@@jayespinal your commentary is always erudite, reasoned and non-confrontational. I also love your emphasis on content and photography, not an endless cycle of product reviews. I especially like that you don’t follow the creator crowd and you have universally high production values. Really well done. So thanks!
This speaks to me right now. I been thinking about doing a video essay on photography. No one cares about your work but you should care about your own work.
Acually the fact that everybody owns a camera makes it even more apparent that one needs to be conscient about the connection between one's eye and the camera and action on subconscious triggers. It's impressive how many shoot analog. I use digital but old material.
@notetec1 I completely agree with the connection point, but yeah I shoot all digital now, I left film behind and have not looked back. Thank you again for watching and your comments.
The poverty porn question is often on my mind and I’ve defo passed on shots because there wasn’t more to the story than the subjects circumstance. On the other hand, I’ve had people thank me for photographing them because they feel seen, and I’ve become more flexible because of that. I took a photo in San Francisco of a homeless woman combing another’s hair, my intent made me ok with that shot.
Excellent video. NOT shooting homeless people is IMO wrong cause they are part of society and street life as any other person. When you avoid shooting them it is IMO a form of discrimination, like avoid shooting disabled people of people with a different color. We are all part of society and street life. The only problem I have is when you make a lot of money out of the shots without sharing. I shoot so in the future I can look back to things that made that particular day a great day !
@RS-Amsterdam good points. I agree with your monetary point. I never thought of it as a form of discrimination, makes for a good counter argument. As always thank you for watching and lending me your insight on the homeless aspect.
Everyone owns a camera. But few can make a great image. Sharp, well exposed and recognizable is expected. An image that SAYS something or TOUCHES the viewer with impact... few have mastered the craft so they don't rely on blind luck, ie the blind squirrel finding an occasional acorn.
Everyone has a smartphone with a camera. Anyone can carry a camera. Anyone can take pictures or video of an event or occurrence. Photography is an act of will. That's the difference.
@Focal_Paradox yes this is true. For this episode what I was getting at was the use a tool. The device, the traditional camera. I could have done a better job at making that clear. Thank you for watching.
@KaptainKerl My apologies I understand how egotistical that quote could come across to the rest of the world. It was not my intention, but I found it fitting since the episode was about Coney island. Thank you for watching, I hope have a great day.
Much appreciated. Cool interviews with dedicated photographers. Subscribed
@notetec1 Thank you for the support. I had fun making this one.
Killer content as always Jay but this one hit home, real good stuff here. I’m Brooklyn born but grew up in NNJ. Recently work has gotten me back to Carol Gardens area of Brooklyn often so your work hits close to home. Love the answers the photographers all gave, funny but seems to be a theme. All seems to mention something about the connection to other people, the community, life, their backgrounds, etc, and how they seem to use that to interact with those around them. Fascinating video. Myself, I am very outgoing and talkative and although my main income is from being a financial services professional, my passion is walking the streets of Montclair NJ and interacting with the public through my camera. Mostly Leica M10M with 50 / F2.0 APO M. Love that combo and it brings me peace and clarity to my life. Great job Jay, fantastic share…. Bravo…. 📷🖤📷
Hey @jBartolo thank you for your comment and watching. I grew up in Park Slope so I know Brooklyn well. I feel the same way when I need to clear my head I simply need to go out and capture life.
Jay, I really enjoyed your video and it gave me pause to think about why I photograph. Great stuff keep it up!
@francisgarofalo3434 Thank you for watching, glad you enjoyed it.
Great video Jay. Really liked this style and your interaction with other photographers.
@craig_cunha Glad you enjoyed it! I was trying a POV setup. on this day. I must admit I really like it because it brings you all along with me in a more over the shoulder way.
Love your perspective.
@donjagoe appreciate that, thank you for watching and lending those encouraging words.
@@jayespinal your commentary is always erudite, reasoned and non-confrontational. I also love your emphasis on content and photography, not an endless cycle of product reviews. I especially like that you don’t follow the creator crowd and you have universally high production values. Really well done. So thanks!
Jay. This is really good video! I photograph to document the culture and my surroundings. I just want to create something out of nothing. Thanks again
@jcoldmoney Thanks for watching and adding your reason for your photography. I dig it.
This video was sooo entertaining, engaging and very enjoyable.... Great job Jay.
@forgottenamericana thank you for watching, and letting me know I appreciate that.
Great video. The interviews were fantastic. Thanks!
@photomonkey2893 Thank you for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed the video as much as I enjoyed making it for you.
This speaks to me right now. I been thinking about doing a video essay on photography. No one cares about your work but you should care about your own work.
@Being_Joe thank you for watching! I think you hit it on the head. Thats the point. When you make that video I'd love to see it. All the best!
Enjoyed this man. See you in Philly soon.
@jonathanrobinson5002 Thank you for watching! All the best, see you soon.
The shots in this video is awesome it's really cool and to learn why people take photos is amazing
@Nat3D4Gr8 Thank you for watching!
Acually the fact that everybody owns a camera makes it even more apparent that one needs to be conscient about the connection between one's eye and the camera and action on subconscious triggers. It's impressive how many shoot analog. I use digital but old material.
@notetec1 I completely agree with the connection point, but yeah I shoot all digital now, I left film behind and have not looked back. Thank you again for watching and your comments.
Nice one!
@osjo69 Thank you for the support. I'm glad you like it.
The poverty porn question is often on my mind and I’ve defo passed on shots because there wasn’t more to the story than the subjects circumstance. On the other hand, I’ve had people thank me for photographing them because they feel seen, and I’ve become more flexible because of that. I took a photo in San Francisco of a homeless woman combing another’s hair, my intent made me ok with that shot.
@dopevernacular2925 I understand what you mean, its about the intention. Thank you for watching and adding your comment.
Excellent video.
NOT shooting homeless people is IMO wrong cause they are part of society and street life as any other person.
When you avoid shooting them it is IMO a form of discrimination, like avoid shooting disabled people of people with a different color.
We are all part of society and street life.
The only problem I have is when you make a lot of money out of the shots without sharing.
I shoot so in the future I can look back to things that made that particular day a great day !
@RS-Amsterdam good points. I agree with your monetary point. I never thought of it as a form of discrimination, makes for a good counter argument. As always thank you for watching and lending me your insight on the homeless aspect.
Everyone owns a camera. But few can make a great image. Sharp, well exposed and recognizable is expected. An image that SAYS something or TOUCHES the viewer with impact... few have mastered the craft so they don't rely on blind luck, ie the blind squirrel finding an occasional acorn.
@mrca2004 good point, thank you for watching!
Everyone has a smartphone with a camera. Anyone can carry a camera. Anyone can take pictures or video of an event or occurrence.
Photography is an act of will. That's the difference.
@Focal_Paradox yes this is true. For this episode what I was getting at was the use a tool. The device, the traditional camera. I could have done a better job at making that clear. Thank you for watching.
is that place crawling with camera men every sunny day?
@stillben every weekend its nuts. Great place for photos.
Not a Red Komodo X' hah
@PatLealFilms lol, with the price drop we might see more out in the wild. But you right you special.
If Paris is France then Coney Island is America. Oh excuse me America is the the world according to Americans. 😂
@KaptainKerl My apologies I understand how egotistical that quote could come across to the rest of the world. It was not my intention, but I found it fitting since the episode was about Coney island. Thank you for watching, I hope have a great day.