Shout out to the couple!! I love it when kind strangers try to help you out. I’ve had my fair share of friendly strangers encounter during my shoots too and those are unexpectedly the best
*Guy compliments her: says thanks but calls him a pervert *Guy invites em round his house: "ThE kInDnEsS oF sTrAnGeRs" "ThE nIcE eNeRgY wE pUt OuT tOdAy"
Still triggered that your the only one who commented on this fact. Yes the photos were wonderful as a photographer i would have complimented too, i am not a pervert. And if i say now that the pictures are beautiful am i now a pervert?
What story? What is the purpose of these photos? Where’s the style, the point of the editorial? It’s vapid. Grab a film camera, expose for incident lighting, base settings and shoot. Vanilla.
Holy wow. TH-cam recommended this and wow. The shots of her on the balcony with that glass railing .... My jaw is falling on the floor!!! Incredible shots. What a dream situation
Man, I’m so happy this happened for you. So much about photography, like 99% of it in TH-cam, is all about the constant cycle around gear. And sure, we all like our own gear, but for me, photography is about the experience. It’s like I heard a painter once describe the paintings as “what’s left after” the painting experience, and similarly I feel with our film shots. And this my friend, being rewarded like this, is part of the experience. Congratulations, my friend.
Hi Mike! Abut what yo said a the end, I am one of those followers who purchased the Pentax 67 due to watching your videos. but I bought one again, because I was shooting with a Pentax 6x7 20 years ago and to be honest you made me want to come back to the awesome feeling of shooting with this camera again, and put my digitals on the side sometimes. anyway, great video as always, with a special thanks to the model Hannah who is so talented and professionnel. She really makes the difference between a shot and THE shot ^^ I have to admit I'd love to have the same opportunity to shoot in a wonderful environment like the one you were offer to do so. Nice people come to nice people I think :) Keep the great work!
It’s refreshing to see that there are still decent, kind people in this world. Some of the color shots really grab my attention. I have been tempted to try medium format. My biggest hesitation is mostly rooted in the sheer size/weight of the cameras.
What an excellent shoot..how lucky were you!! Wow, what a house, and what stunning pictures you made with your model. Well done everyone! Best wishes..David in the UK.
Loved everything about this. Every shot was perfectly framed and you can never go wrong with B&W photography-great choice! Someone else here said “the harder you work, the luckier you get” ..God’s got you man, great work.
This video was awesome on so many levels: killer photos, great collaboration between photographer and model, serendipity at its best with the generous access to the mansion and good storytelling to put it all together. Thank you for this ray of sunshine!
Son, this is literally a dream, just to be able to shoot at a beautiful home with amazing architecture and decor and you did it - for the free. You definitely executed well on the blessings of those strangers. Also, I agree 1000 percent with what you said towards the end; as a creative (all mediums) there’s only so much we can do to bring our vision to life but when you have a subject who knows what they’re doing, it can take and bring that vision to a whole nother level. Y’all killed.
Mike, I enjoy your learning experience and you using film. I have the Mamiya, RB67 and Mamiya 645 Pro. I am getting my hands on Kenmere because of you. Thanks Man.
Love your eye for composition mate great work keep it up! Also I have sometimes found the kindness of strangers amazing too when inviting us into their homes to shoot!
Im watching this video like "wtf just happened!" Encounters like that are always so wholesome and memorable. Shouts out to the couple for opening their home to you. A beautiful house at that and perfect location. You executed the shots perfectly dude. Only thing I thought was missing or I was wishing you did, was get a portrait of the family so you could send like a print of that to them or something. Another dope video though. You really arent missing with these.
I watch a lot of film photography channels but yours is like the top of my list. your channel is the best. I hope you don't stop uploading more videos!
Dude, those shots are so dope! Back in the day the Pentax 67 was my go to machine for everything. You haven’t lived till you do a photo story with two 67s around your neck and run around for ten hours. Probably why I have so many back problems now in my 60s! But if I had to do it over, I’d do the same thing all over again. Can’t beat those big negs or chromes. Keep crushing it, looking forward to watching you complete library. Peace.
Just stumbled across your Channel. I mean, what a treasure!!! So much inspiration and motivation to go out and shoot. Thank you for that! Just got a fuji x100v for daily stuff, tryin to recreate some of the magical analog vibes.
This video was beautiful. Not only did it inspired me, but this exact same thing happened to me when i first moved to Charlotte NC and got invited to a penthouse mid photoshoot. The pool shots were amazing.
Amazing video and shots man! The talent of Hannah and your chemistry are visible even from here. And those people who invited you to their mansion... UNBELIEVABLE !!!
I got so excited when that couple walked up and gave you access to their home. Unreal opportunity. I think you nailed that falling pool shot! I got my Pentax 67 a couple of weeks ago and have been watching your vids as I wait for the seals to be replaced. Keep up the awesome work
it doesn't look like anybody was living there yet though (no decoration at all). But in any case, very kind of this people to allow them doing it ! The B&W shots are truly amazing !
Nice shoot! I knew exactly where you were when you pulled up. Watched that house get built over the years. Beachwood Canyon is a pretty chill neighborhood. Definitely check out the staircases here, too. So glad YT thought I should watch your vid. - Adam
Right when I think there is little room for new people to infiltrate the TH-cam film photography market your channel and this exceptional video showed up in my recommendations... fantastic job
Mike, I've been in awe since the couple allowed you shoot in their house. The results are incredible man. This probably is the best TH-cam content I've seen right now.
Get a frigging matte box/bellows lens shade on your lenses and watch those images pop! Gets rid of a lot of the extraneous light! If it's a standard at Playboy, Hollywood film set practice on a Panavision or Alexa it will work for you! Look up Ken Marcus' shoots for playboy, he was a big fan of the P67 on location. Pompeo Posar was a sworn user of the bellows shade even on his 35mm film shoots. I won't shoot without one with film or digital. Get the one made for that RZ and use a step-up ring to put on the Mamiya 77mm ring adapter.
Thanks for sharing with your thoughts bout making photos. Specially this spontaneous kind of work. I like your photos your style of work and this yt clips where you just show how you work. It’s helps me as amateur to look for different point of views. I’m only only on digital, don’t have room for ‘analog’ , but for me it’s no different.
Great vid, just discovered your channel and been binging. Love your model too, she captures well. Agreed beautiful home indeed. The images with the infinity pool were dope 👌
Another great video, Mike - thank you. I was thinking that colour shot at the second location...wow, when Boom! That third location was amazing! Love the nod to Helmut Newton, great work! Keep 'em coming!
Shout out to the couple!! I love it when kind strangers try to help you out. I’ve had my fair share of friendly strangers encounter during my shoots too and those are unexpectedly the best
So true!
"The more you work, the luckier you get" That was deserved man !
Thank you 🙏🏾
WOW
lets go !!!!
If you don't get out there and try then those opportunities are missed. What a great day!
I haven't even watched the video. But if Tyler Shields wowed you, I'm auto subscribing.
WOW, what an adventure and lots of beautiful images. And fantastic weather, too! I really enjoyed this one.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks Martin!
Bro she killed it and her vibes in this video were immaculate
*Guy compliments her: says thanks but calls him a pervert
*Guy invites em round his house: "ThE kInDnEsS oF sTrAnGeRs" "ThE nIcE eNeRgY wE pUt OuT tOdAy"
Money, baby. It makes all the difference.
Yall really down bad huh
Still triggered that your the only one who commented on this fact. Yes the photos were wonderful as a photographer i would have complimented too, i am not a pervert. And if i say now that the pictures are beautiful am i now a pervert?
@@the_photarist1845 I was about to leave the same comment until he has already done it for me
truuuuuue.
the Couple was so nice, even giving suggestions. it's nice to know people are willing to help others even being so well off
Can we all just agree that everything that happened here is phenomenal; you guys nailed this! Got goosebumps to every shots!🙌🏻
It was such an amazing experience haha. Thank you!
Amazing work for you and the model as well!!! A shout out to the nice couple that so kindly invited you. Beautiful work!
Thanks!
i love to see the little things and @05:35 i love how he ran up the stairs in excitement to showing his home to new people :)
the shot at 6:45, absolute banger
Thank you.
the story behind these shots is so amazing :O
What story? What is the purpose of these photos? Where’s the style, the point of the editorial? It’s vapid. Grab a film camera, expose for incident lighting, base settings and shoot. Vanilla.
Holy wow. TH-cam recommended this and wow. The shots of her on the balcony with that glass railing .... My jaw is falling on the floor!!! Incredible shots. What a dream situation
Thanks a lot
Man, I’m so happy this happened for you. So much about photography, like 99% of it in TH-cam, is all about the constant cycle around gear. And sure, we all like our own gear, but for me, photography is about the experience. It’s like I heard a painter once describe the paintings as “what’s left after” the painting experience, and similarly I feel with our film shots. And this my friend, being rewarded like this, is part of the experience. Congratulations, my friend.
Hi Mike! Abut what yo said a the end, I am one of those followers who purchased the Pentax 67 due to watching your videos. but I bought one again, because I was shooting with a Pentax 6x7 20 years ago and to be honest you made me want to come back to the awesome feeling of shooting with this camera again, and put my digitals on the side sometimes. anyway, great video as always, with a special thanks to the model Hannah who is so talented and professionnel. She really makes the difference between a shot and THE shot ^^ I have to admit I'd love to have the same opportunity to shoot in a wonderful environment like the one you were offer to do so. Nice people come to nice people I think :) Keep the great work!
Randomly stumbled across your page and I have to say this is amazing!
Wow, thank you!
It’s refreshing to see that there are still decent, kind people in this world. Some of the color shots really grab my attention. I have been tempted to try medium format. My biggest hesitation is mostly rooted in the sheer size/weight of the cameras.
You can handle them James!
What an excellent shoot..how lucky were you!! Wow, what a house, and what stunning pictures you made with your model. Well done everyone! Best wishes..David in the UK.
Loved everything about this. Every shot was perfectly framed and you can never go wrong with B&W photography-great choice! Someone else here said “the harder you work, the luckier you get” ..God’s got you man, great work.
TH-cam recommended me this; not dissapointed. Incredible video, great shots. Beautiful work here. And holy crap. That couple was so nice!!!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you.
This video was awesome on so many levels: killer photos, great collaboration between photographer and model, serendipity at its best with the generous access to the mansion and good storytelling to put it all together. Thank you for this ray of sunshine!
Thanks Vincent
This video was randomly recommended and I'm so happy. You're an amazing creator!
Thank you so much!
This video was brilliant, the chemistry between you two is amazing. Very natural & fluid. Great composition & amazing shots 10/10!
Thanks a lot Duwan
All the photos were great. Love the models energy; but Those photos at the house ( 6:32 )....DOPE!
Thanks!
Son, this is literally a dream, just to be able to shoot at a beautiful home with amazing architecture and decor and you did it - for the free. You definitely executed well on the blessings of those strangers.
Also, I agree 1000 percent with what you said towards the end; as a creative (all mediums) there’s only so much we can do to bring our vision to life but when you have a subject who knows what they’re doing, it can take and bring that vision to a whole nother level.
Y’all killed.
Thanks a lot Lawrence
@@MikeGrayFilm Yessir and thank you!
Mike, I enjoy your learning experience and you using film. I have the Mamiya, RB67 and Mamiya 645 Pro. I am getting my hands on Kenmere because of you. Thanks Man.
Love your eye for composition mate great work keep it up! Also I have sometimes found the kindness of strangers amazing too when inviting us into their homes to shoot!
Thank you.
Seeing this shoot reminds me of many times strangers stopped and asked If I want to shoot at their home. So much fun!
Fabulous photographs (big shout out to Hannah), great lighting and a fantastic location. Well Done!
You clearly make your own luck, very inspiring
Thank you
Wow, what a great episode! The help of the couple really was shocking and the shots turned out great! Really beautiful work!
I appreciate that.
This entire shoot was amazing! What an adventure.
🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
The *MOST AMAZING PHOTO OPPORTUNITY* and day! 🔥 The shots were SICK!!
Thank you!
Im watching this video like "wtf just happened!" Encounters like that are always so wholesome and memorable. Shouts out to the couple for opening their home to you. A beautiful house at that and perfect location. You executed the shots perfectly dude.
Only thing I thought was missing or I was wishing you did, was get a portrait of the family so you could send like a print of that to them or something. Another dope video though. You really arent missing with these.
Thanks so much Nico.
I watch a lot of film photography channels but yours is like the top of my list. your channel is the best. I hope you don't stop uploading more videos!
Thank you! I won’t.
The way the colors pop!!!
Thanks!
She’s right, it’s because you bring a lot of positive energy. Good things happens to good people. Great bnw shots!
I appreciate that.
stunning model! great shots! Would love a video on how you meter during shoots like this.
6:09 Daaamn Mike! my mind exploded!! my favorite, i love it!
i love your videos
This is what I missed about shooting with models and exploring. I love that those people invited you to their house. You got big blessed
WOW. They’re good people & the house is crazyyy. & the photos on the roof came out amazing.
Thanks!
Greatness
whichever photo they like gift them one in a super sized print..
Bless them and your crew..🙏
I most definitely will.
Dude, those shots are so dope! Back in the day the Pentax 67 was my go to machine for everything. You haven’t lived till you do a photo story with two 67s around your neck and run around for ten hours. Probably why I have so many back problems now in my 60s! But if I had to do it over, I’d do the same thing all over again. Can’t beat those big negs or chromes. Keep crushing it, looking forward to watching you complete library. Peace.
Thanks!!
Just stumbled across your Channel. I mean, what a treasure!!! So much inspiration and motivation to go out and shoot. Thank you for that! Just got a fuji x100v for daily stuff, tryin to recreate some of the magical analog vibes.
This video was beautiful. Not only did it inspired me, but this exact same thing happened to me when i first moved to Charlotte NC and got invited to a penthouse mid photoshoot. The pool shots were amazing.
Thanks!!
I come back to this episode a lot, it’s my top 5 of your work. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Wow, thank you
I am so happy for you & Hannah with what just happened here.
Mike, incredible shoot. I may have 'wow' as many times as your entire Team x 2. Thank you
Thanks!
Uncondition love of your photograph and wonderful experience. Cheers
Amazing video and shots man! The talent of Hannah and your chemistry are visible even from here. And those people who invited you to their mansion... UNBELIEVABLE !!!
Thank you!
That house!! DAMN!!! and they have a view of the Hollywood sign even! Did they mention what they did for a living?
They didn’t
Beautiful shots, that pool and model was all that..
I appreciate it.
I got so excited when that couple walked up and gave you access to their home. Unreal opportunity. I think you nailed that falling pool shot! I got my Pentax 67 a couple of weeks ago and have been watching your vids as I wait for the seals to be replaced. Keep up the awesome work
haha it was an unreal moment! Thanks.
Bro! This was sick, I love the photos with the Hollywood sign.
Appreciate it!
it doesn't look like anybody was living there yet though (no decoration at all). But in any case, very kind of this people to allow them doing it ! The B&W shots are truly amazing !
The story behind these shots and how you’ve told it is awesome. Love your channel!!!
Thank you!
Your killing it. I can’t believe this shoot every picture came out amazing. Congrats.
Thank you.
The photos at the mansion are SICK!
Mind blowing experience! Happy you could share it with us! Thanks for the amazing content!
Thanks Dave!
Nice shoot! I knew exactly where you were when you pulled up. Watched that house get built over the years. Beachwood Canyon is a pretty chill neighborhood. Definitely check out the staircases here, too. So glad YT thought I should watch your vid. - Adam
love that your video titles are so unspectacular and then the videos really are incredible!
hahaha i love that.
I can see Mike reaching a million followers.. this content is priceless.. I really enjoy watching your videos
Bro, you are lucky!!! Beautiful model, good location, super pictures. What more do you need from life? I envy you!
Haha I appreciate you.
Wow, what a fortunate turn of events!! Such a wonderful house and beautiful photos!
I agree with you Stephen! Thank you.
Great photos. Interesting experience. Good job!
Right when I think there is little room for new people to infiltrate the TH-cam film photography market your channel and this exceptional video showed up in my recommendations... fantastic job
Thanks bro
Mike, I've been in awe since the couple allowed you shoot in their house. The results are incredible man. This probably is the best TH-cam content I've seen right now.
You are killin it! Props to everyone involved.
For shots at 6:49 and 6:55 (which I love) where were you metering? Her color is so perfect and yet the background isn't blown out. Fantastic!
Amazing the power of positive people who are open to new experiences and the terrific serendipity of simply starting out - as Goethe said.
That pic at 6:45 is absolutely bonkers. It looks like it could be an album cover
WOW, UR MODEL ARE SO LIT!!!!and the owner of the house was so kind!
The photos were the bomb Mike! amazing work!!! And some have said, when you work hard, luck comes your way easily
Thank you Francisco!
Youve been crushing it so hard lately man! Keep it up!
I really appreciate it man!
Wonderful!!!
You are one lucky photographer!! what a nice location, universe is in your favor mate!! ride on!
Thanks for that!
@@MikeGrayFilm don´t thank me mate! thank "The force" /Universe/ God/ Karma/ your favorite diety /you self...
Get a frigging matte box/bellows lens shade on your lenses and watch those images pop! Gets rid of a lot of the extraneous light! If it's a standard at Playboy, Hollywood film set practice on a Panavision or Alexa it will work for you! Look up Ken Marcus' shoots for playboy, he was a big fan of the P67 on location. Pompeo Posar was a sworn user of the bellows shade even on his 35mm film shoots. I won't shoot without one with film or digital. Get the one made for that RZ and use a step-up ring to put on the Mamiya 77mm ring adapter.
wow, so cool!!! loved the video and that house was so cool. Bravo!! great location score !!
Thanks Nathan!
Moments like these, just out doing what we do and boom.... a stranger invites you to their mansion. That was a blessing
Indeed man
Wow for the colors!
🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Aahhh. Thanks. Just thank. Only positive vibs to start the week.
It’s only right! 🙌🏾
Your coloured pool shots were incredible mate! Glad YT algorithm is showcasing your talent. Keep shooting and inspiring :)
Amazing!!! Simply amazing. Fantastic images.
Thanks for sharing with your thoughts bout making photos. Specially this spontaneous kind of work. I like your photos your style of work and this yt clips where you just show how you work. It’s helps me as amateur to look for different point of views. I’m only only on digital, don’t have room for ‘analog’ , but for me it’s no different.
I appreciate you.
my mind is getting crazy!!! Yo! such an amazing f*ckin' job!!! congrats
Thanks bro!
Wow I am spechless,great work Mike, love your work !
Wow. People can be so kind sometimes. Awesome shots as always
Another great video and really awesome shots! That picture of her falling is nuts.
Thanks Larry!
Incredible! Dreams do come true!
Yes they do! Thank you.
That is just amazing that they let you shoot around their house and the photos look amazing, what a pleasant expereince.
Of course you have an excellent model but I’m always more interested in where your light is coming from and how you expose for it, nice work!! 👍
Thanks so much Jason!
@@MikeGrayFilm really enjoying your presentation and quality of work Mike, that video started my day off very nicely!!!! Keep up the great work!! 👍
Just found your channel and I immediately subscribed after watching this! Great work! Very inspiring and portra 160 is amazing!!!!
Thanks Mateo. Welcome to the family!
I love your kind hearted personality. Keep up the great work and may you have the best success
Thank you
How do you meter? Your exposures look spot on.
I used my Sekonic light meter 🙌🏾
Positive energy attracts great opportunities... wow!!!
Indeed!
Man you're killing it!!! I'm always eager for your next video. Pictures look dope
Thanks a lot Rodrigo!
Amazing colours on your images!!!!
Thank you so much
Great vid, just discovered your channel and been binging. Love your model too, she captures well. Agreed beautiful home indeed. The images with the infinity pool were dope 👌
Awesome, thank you!
Another great video, Mike - thank you. I was thinking that colour shot at the second location...wow, when Boom! That third location was amazing! Love the nod to Helmut Newton, great work! Keep 'em coming!
Thanks a lot Craig.
This is so awesome! Not only the excellent editorials but the strangers you meet sometimes! Makes me believe in humanity again :)