How to Take Minimalist Photos for Instagram

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    Today, I'll teach you how to take minimalist photos for Instagram. Neutral tones + negative space is a great theme for a lot of feeds, but there's a lot more that you can do to step up your minimalistic photography
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  • @whoschrischu
    @whoschrischu  3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Join the *_December Showcase: Minimalism with a POP of Color_* in the Discord chat!

    • @King-zo4vv
      @King-zo4vv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just hopped on the discord.... Nice one fam💪🏾

    • @blinkeutwinkeu4462
      @blinkeutwinkeu4462 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      "Nice and flat just like my butt" got me subscribed to your channel

    • @varunthakur1329
      @varunthakur1329 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bro mee tooo I'm duetan colorblind

    • @kendalllewis3992
      @kendalllewis3992 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      instablaster

  • @jeric3857
    @jeric3857 3 ปีที่แล้ว +246

    just an advice from a burntout creator. if u shoot photos to grow in a specific platform then go do it. but if you're taking photographs that YOU aren't HAPPY with, i guess u should stop. these trends come and go and honestly when it eventually does, you'll feel lost if it's not ur true style.
    anyways, this youtuber is so underrated.

    • @whoschrischu
      @whoschrischu  3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      this is so true. I think a lot of people can analyze the IG trends and follow suit, but it's not necessarily beneficial to creativity, let alone identity. Mad love

    • @jeric3857
      @jeric3857 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@whoschrischu accurate!! 💞

    • @eduardochavacano
      @eduardochavacano 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well he is a minimalist. Why would he want to more more subscribers?

    • @jeric3857
      @jeric3857 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@eduardochavacano its not directed to him lol.

  • @mariaromann
    @mariaromann ปีที่แล้ว +87

    Great video! The tip about focusing on only four elements really hits home. I've been using boost app social lately, and it's been helping me to keep things clean and essential on my posts. The AI writing tools even make my captions minimalist!

    • @W.Aurora
      @W.Aurora ปีที่แล้ว

      Their writing tools are fire and it makes everything cohesive.

  • @TMSProductions
    @TMSProductions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +366

    This video was very satisfying to watch for some reason. Awesome video, lots of great information!

    • @whoschrischu
      @whoschrischu  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad it helped! I vibe with y'all's content too on filmmaking

    • @ezekielnduli5181
      @ezekielnduli5181 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm watching it for the first time. And as I type this I'm playing it a third time.

    • @geraldine-211
      @geraldine-211 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah it almost had a Wes Anderson film vibe with the yellow on-screen text and his clothing color palette

  • @Hueguh
    @Hueguh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +253

    Class is in session. So many clean photos 🤤

    • @whoschrischu
      @whoschrischu  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Mad honored coming from the Minimalist TH-camr, himself

  • @g.aloysie8439
    @g.aloysie8439 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I don't know why but I really love minimalism images, they just give me so much peace

    • @eduardochavacano
      @eduardochavacano 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you get peace, until you cant stop talking about your peace to everyone.

    • @et8953
      @et8953 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe staring at a paper could give u the same feeling.

    • @minimalistdanse
      @minimalistdanse 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@et8953 right like staring at a miniature house.

  • @umbrellasan5363
    @umbrellasan5363 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Dude I turned on CC and the auto translation is catching everything he said, his enunciation is so good

    • @yuyunyuditya8783
      @yuyunyuditya8783 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Even without caption its loud and clear! English is not my main language, but I understand him.

  • @shaneikiyasteel7073
    @shaneikiyasteel7073 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I've never known what Minimalist shots were, but now that I know how to identify them I do find them to be very interesting and "seemingly' easy to do. I think it would definitely be something I'm interested in attempting. These tips were great in my opinion because when I apply them to the Minimalist Photographers I follow, I see these tips applied in their work.

  • @ciarav
    @ciarav 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Great vid! "Less is more" - totally agree. The minimalism itself adds the art and drama into the photo.

  • @alberto9827
    @alberto9827 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    This is the first video I have seen from you (recommended page) and ngl I am very impressed that you do not have more views + subs.
    10/10 content. Right to the point, good energy, nice set up + video editing, no bs, good photos to show, nice explanation, no cringe stupid stuff, just professional.
    Keep at it dude, you gain 1 more sub hahaha you make awesome content!

    • @whoschrischu
      @whoschrischu  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      hey thanks, man. I really appreciate it. I really value efficiency + information density over anything (while sneaking in dumb jokes here and there). I was very irked by the "Top 5 Things..." videos that are full of vlog fillers in between tips

    • @alberto9827
      @alberto9827 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@whoschrischu yeah I got tired of those videos as well and to find new content is very refreshing but difficult. Moreso if you do not have a lot of time to see a 10-20 min video full of noise inbetween the "good" stuff. You have a great mindset, I hope more people find value in your work!

  • @iansteenblock5010
    @iansteenblock5010 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I really liked the point that everyone knows what a car looks like, so you don't have to show the whole thing. I forget that often. I take a lot of pictures where it's not the whole item, but it's also not focused on a detail - just half of a car, or something. It would be really interesting to challenge myself to go out and take pictures of JUST the taillight or JUST the wheel - stuff people know but might be more interesting than pictures of a whole car.

  • @Rielcool
    @Rielcool 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When I was training photography assistants my very first lesson was not to think about what you included in the frame but what you could eliminate and still capture the subject effectively.

  • @clayjsumner
    @clayjsumner 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The part about color combination was really interesting, definitely going to implement that into my photography...no one really talks about it even though its pretty important for a well composed shot.

  • @gamekahero
    @gamekahero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You have a great voice for TH-cam my man 💯

  • @rafaelespindola3208
    @rafaelespindola3208 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    The best photography content on youtube

    • @whoschrischu
      @whoschrischu  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ooooo I don't deserve that praise haha but thanks anyways

  • @boogada
    @boogada 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This was very well structured and explained. With great images to accompany the points.

  • @kyrellfly
    @kyrellfly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Pretty solid advice ☺️ I'll try this out for my next shoots. Thanks Chris! ❤️ Big fan from the Philippines! 🎉

    • @whoschrischu
      @whoschrischu  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Shoutout to the Philippines!! I love my Filipinos and Filipinas!

    • @kyrellfly
      @kyrellfly 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@whoschrischu Aww thank you! Supporting all the way! ❤️

  • @whatpollyreads5979
    @whatpollyreads5979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m so glad this video was recommended to me. I’m taking book photos on Instagram and I’m wanting to make minimalism as my feed theme. Thank you so much for this video!

  • @curtypachec6055
    @curtypachec6055 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    dang this was the most informative photography vid I've watched in so long

  • @14bqdonk
    @14bqdonk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you, I never realize about this minimalist photography!
    Done subscribed💪🏻

  • @huyaipham5352
    @huyaipham5352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A whole universe in the description.
    guys!

  • @alejandrostruve8999
    @alejandrostruve8999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Nice tips king, you’re the best 🔥

    • @whoschrischu
      @whoschrischu  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      right on, man!! Hope to see your take on minimalistic compositions in the Discord chat

  • @ZL1379
    @ZL1379 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are so underrated , love your channel:) ❤️

  • @mirandaisergio
    @mirandaisergio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Whooooaa you have a discord now?? Definitely joining that!! I am excited to interact with peeps from this community 💪

    • @whoschrischu
      @whoschrischu  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yessir!!! See you there!

  • @Ibukundaniel
    @Ibukundaniel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    3:40 "nice, flat smooth just like my butt"

  • @jazl2213
    @jazl2213 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i've been in a rut with my photography and this video really inspired me!

  • @NW-M
    @NW-M 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is just what i've been looking for. You got a new Subcriber. I think that i'm not the only one who loves the minimalist photos;)

  • @andy0995
    @andy0995 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So I just figured which category of my feed is. This is what I've done since I begin my journey in Instagram. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @rajkishorsoren5442
    @rajkishorsoren5442 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The best video on TH-cam about minimalism. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @SamMangubat
    @SamMangubat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Thank you for this

  • @demonic6042
    @demonic6042 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you! This was very helpful - minimalism has never been my strong suit.

  • @TheBhavyaShah
    @TheBhavyaShah 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the video so much Chris! Btw....about the film effects and the transitions that you have used?.....Do you have a tutorial about creating those effects? They are so so cool!!

  • @jolyxander4096
    @jolyxander4096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the style of editing! So satisfying to watch. very helpful video. Thank you😁

  • @doyochii127
    @doyochii127 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    TH-cam never fails to recommend good videos.

  • @TamaraGirodie
    @TamaraGirodie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video my man! It was quick, entertaining, and effective. I'm definitely bookmarking this vid as reference!

  • @alixbings5461
    @alixbings5461 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I don’t even take pictures and I really enjoyed the video 😂

  • @Somebody02594
    @Somebody02594 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1st off, you're really handsome :)
    secondly, I genuinely enjoy your videos! there is always a lot to learn, and the editing is fucking insane too >.<
    have a great weekend man! :)

  • @SeberangPraiFotografi
    @SeberangPraiFotografi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Lesson learned : As long as the environment seems as smooth as his bott , just shoot your shot

  • @syerkhanafierozz437
    @syerkhanafierozz437 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another subscriber and follower after watching this video. Nice tips ma man !

  • @melthemuggle2641
    @melthemuggle2641 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was a really good video to watch. I'm trying to take a more minimalist approach to my paintings compositions and this was very helpful.

  • @timijosephariyo
    @timijosephariyo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved every picture in this video - you are super talented!

  • @SayonBiz
    @SayonBiz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was a really satisfying video to watch 💛

  • @AnuragKumarAK
    @AnuragKumarAK 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so good! Didn't even see these good minimalist pictures on instagram! Amazing jobn

  • @GreezyLens
    @GreezyLens 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I would like to see a part of this video that also relates to bnw photography, since color is not a focus of the image

  • @marlojamesorias2082
    @marlojamesorias2082 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The visuals are really great and the audio is really clear. That's why I subscribed you immediately😊

  • @romigoletto
    @romigoletto 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    excellent points! i appreciate that you were pretty straightforward talking about this characteristics. keep it up!

  • @unknownjara5144
    @unknownjara5144 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your voice is really good it's relaxing and it makes people concentrate on what you are saying plus the good video. I enjoyed listening and watching to your video this is better than my prof high pitched voice at online class hahahahah

  • @CadeBergmann
    @CadeBergmann 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    drove this point home, been struggling a little bit with minimalistic shots! thanks

  • @VikasKundbi
    @VikasKundbi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I was waiting for him to eat that mic by the end

    • @heres_the_sauce
      @heres_the_sauce 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s a shure sm7b mic, it’s a very quiet mic you have to be right on top of it to get best audio...

  • @chamindusauranga4600
    @chamindusauranga4600 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much information within so less time. Great work man. You just earned a new subscriber ♥️

  • @lburger404
    @lburger404 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic video! You're gonna blow up soon man, keep it up!

  • @TheArchitectureStudentBlog
    @TheArchitectureStudentBlog 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this style of photography definitely got some ideas to implement now. Thanks man! 👌🏻

  • @prantik8992
    @prantik8992 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always wanted to create a minimalistic feed on my Instagram. This really gave me some knowledge and confidence. Thanks!

  • @vo__visuals
    @vo__visuals 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was actually pretty dope. I've never heard of minimalist photography!

  • @danieljoseph8007
    @danieljoseph8007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was the quickest six minutes of my life. So good!

  • @MrDandyCowboy
    @MrDandyCowboy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Short, straight to the point, I subscribed, liked and commented the video ! 😁

  • @anandhakrishnan1248
    @anandhakrishnan1248 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Idk y bt minimalist photos are so satisfying to look at

  • @videobyWESSU
    @videobyWESSU 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was skeptic, partly because of the title - but I have to admit, I enjoyed it thoroughly and learned a lot! Keep it up!

  • @eugenejohnny7224
    @eugenejohnny7224 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Imagine being his gf. Goals!

  • @AnastasTarpanov
    @AnastasTarpanov 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great advices, I agree with all what you said. I can add only look for the light!

  • @jadebouchard943
    @jadebouchard943 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVED this video. Really simple to understand! Thank you.

  • @msyuliayusuf
    @msyuliayusuf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting and informative! Love it

  • @billyabroad8057
    @billyabroad8057 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just discovered your channel. Love it......subscribed!

  • @MouseOnFeet
    @MouseOnFeet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That pic in the yellow jacket in front of the water should definitely be your mixtape cover

  • @None200j
    @None200j 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    TH-cam never failed on recommendation...

  • @prachurjyabarman
    @prachurjyabarman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    "Nice, flat and smooth just like my butt" lmao I laughed so fucking hard on this😂

  • @alinstarrcreates
    @alinstarrcreates 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing video! Thank you so much for sharing! And your style of editing is sooo great!

  • @394pjo
    @394pjo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a Nikon Coolpix A. Its the king of minimalist. An undiscovered gem.

  • @pavithrank5841
    @pavithrank5841 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yoo great video !! This really blew up. Happy for you.

  • @kvpharmD
    @kvpharmD 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos, Chris! Keep up the great work

  • @fdscorner
    @fdscorner 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    refreshing, concise and beautiful. thank you for this.

  • @jayd2204
    @jayd2204 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was very informative video, I enjoyed watching and learned good tips. I must say, this was a good minimalist video :P

  • @simplyjacii
    @simplyjacii 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing! Thank you for these tips!!

  • @thesekarwyn
    @thesekarwyn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I learn new things here.
    Thank you for sharing.

  • @afiqnorazman2158
    @afiqnorazman2158 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    very great and straight to the point 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @elijahsackville-glucksburg
    @elijahsackville-glucksburg 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the tips you gave and I checked your videos and then I subscribed. Thanks! Now, I'll go to my instagram and delete some of my photos and upload new ones based on the principles you gave.

  • @MrsKim-ct4vc
    @MrsKim-ct4vc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this! I want to learn more

  • @7ennj567
    @7ennj567 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally pursuing what I love, then saw this. Thank you!

  • @xelmarcjoneslial2616
    @xelmarcjoneslial2616 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    YEaaah! Great Vid...Your Minimalist principles also applies to how I make my infographics...eyyy

  • @minhanhduong5401
    @minhanhduong5401 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    first time i saw your chanel, LOVE it, thank you

  • @chetan_kujur
    @chetan_kujur 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video
    And.
    Happy New year 😀

  • @petervasquezz
    @petervasquezz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your voice is so good!
    Can you make a video on how you edit your audio?

  • @ericlee4572
    @ericlee4572 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whoa! what a great video! Can't wait for the next one

  • @MonieMuse
    @MonieMuse 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was great! It got straight to the point 👍

  • @yalelaw
    @yalelaw 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Subscribed ! you’re great man

  • @Amazazing32
    @Amazazing32 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This great and valuable insight man! Thanks for sharing 🤜🏻

  • @marierrbkstormer2436
    @marierrbkstormer2436 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this video! Thank you so much for the tips! A question - how do you edit your photos into the beautiful blue and pastel colors?

  • @sariahfelix2928
    @sariahfelix2928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so helpful love thisss. just subscribed :)

  • @ABM_CBZ-DoradoCarlos
    @ABM_CBZ-DoradoCarlos 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative, got my subscription! 🧡

  • @NOh0810
    @NOh0810 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great concise video. Thank you!

  • @maxi2135
    @maxi2135 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    the shade in the first minute hits hard lol

  • @deottiveyoutube4919
    @deottiveyoutube4919 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    1st thing to take minimal great photos
    Travel 🧳
    2021 !

  • @ashishkande4980
    @ashishkande4980 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely amazing composition ❤️

  • @mauriciojcYT
    @mauriciojcYT ปีที่แล้ว

    That was really good! thanks!

  • @bangakbar3951
    @bangakbar3951 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please!!! Share your transision analog, this is aesthetic✨

  • @twistedfocus3795
    @twistedfocus3795 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is very minimalist, I love it!

  • @LuisMercadoorg
    @LuisMercadoorg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We old codgers called this “silent pictures” back in the day. I recommend your viewers to check the work of Michael Kenna and all of the member of the new topographical, particularly Stephen Shore and William Eggleston. Cheers to all.

  • @vinhvihuynh
    @vinhvihuynh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for your tips!

  • @jsacatropez8914
    @jsacatropez8914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! You’re so cool! Thank you! 🥰

  • @aggasht104
    @aggasht104 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I also love this style but i didn't know what to call it. Now i know