6 Minimal Landscape Photography Tips I Learned from Michael Kenna

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  • Interested in landscape minimal photography? Here are some tips I learned from Michael Kenna's photography
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  • @BonciuToma
    @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    This video is the beginning of a series "Learning from other artists". Let me know what you think!

    • @stephandelaat
      @stephandelaat 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He Tom you should check out some stuff from JORGE DE LA TORRIENTE, im sure you'll like his minimalist pictures

    • @stuartschaffner9744
      @stuartschaffner9744 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am very excited by what you are doing. Learning from others is the other way you can get better.

    • @tverduin
      @tverduin 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great idea for a series! Very nice beginning

    • @davidpearce2981
      @davidpearce2981 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I really enjoyed this and will look forward to seeing the next one. Thank you

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you all for your feedback and support. Now I have to think about the next video ... next Monday :)

  • @omoriconhonor
    @omoriconhonor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    When the soul is behind the camera, the results became an extension of that experience...

  • @stefanschafer5763
    @stefanschafer5763 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I very much liked how you talked about these images. Minimizing distractions to emphasize what's essential.... I've got a lot to learn, but I'm motivated. Thanks for your presentation!

  • @lawrencediggs7957
    @lawrencediggs7957 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for producing and sharing. Very inspirational.

  • @shannonsnow8298
    @shannonsnow8298 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a wonderful place and time to begin thinking about my winter photos- thank you so much.

  • @themagicallandscape
    @themagicallandscape 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awesome video and tips. I always get stuck with my photos, and this really helps get me thinking differently

  • @ludovic.duteau
    @ludovic.duteau 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very insightful comments on some stunning pictures. Thank you for sharing your thoughts,

  • @jettholladay6954
    @jettholladay6954 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had to watch this because i love Michael Kenna!

  • @jimwlouavl
    @jimwlouavl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nicely curated and thoughtful analysis of the compositional elements.

  • @paulclark7664
    @paulclark7664 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Tom ! Very interesting video ! 👍

  • @pixiedixie3682
    @pixiedixie3682 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my favourites after Mr Adams of course , totally opposite styles , masters both !
    Great analysis. Thank you for the video !

  • @petercummins1097
    @petercummins1097 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant observations, Tom. Really enjoyed this. Thanks

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and offering a feedback

  • @jamesjohnston6765
    @jamesjohnston6765 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You certainly picked the best way to start! Michael Kenna is one of my heroes. Great choice of images and explanation of the vision to these photos. "Less Is More"

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He's one of my favorite photographers so the choice was simple :)

  • @DileepJain
    @DileepJain 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Tom for this clip, you introduced me to Michael Kinna, and although it's been just 2 years since I am doing photography, I am shocked to see how my compositions are mostly simple and reflect the works of Kinna.

  • @MikePhumanaut
    @MikePhumanaut 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great series idea. I also love it when I find people talking about Michael Kenna and how they see his work.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      With every artist that I'll include in this series I'll try to offer my views and not others

  • @ML-rm3vk
    @ML-rm3vk ปีที่แล้ว

    Right on sir spot on.

  • @yujinlandscapephotography.7787
    @yujinlandscapephotography.7787 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    More helpful video!! Thank you very much! Tom.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      +friendship yujin friendship, yujin thanks for watching

  • @zoltanpuskas4722
    @zoltanpuskas4722 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done, thank you.

  • @sbradleysmith423
    @sbradleysmith423 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Simply Superb! Thank you.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the feedback

  • @stevematadobra6117
    @stevematadobra6117 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the concept of learning from other photographers..looking forward to your next vlog in the series!

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad people responded so positive to this idea :) ... next Monday, next video in this series

  • @danbadiu6221
    @danbadiu6221 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excelenta idee! Le asteptam si pe urmatoarele. Succes!

  • @charlenenagel7962
    @charlenenagel7962 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was wonderful Tom! I have never seen his work before - so beautiful! Your analysis was very helpful! Thank you!

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you find it useful

  • @LarryParamedic1
    @LarryParamedic1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great information, thank you.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your feedback

  • @johnguillaume5919
    @johnguillaume5919 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed this. Kenna is one of my favs and an inspiration. It was good to hear another POV on what makes his images special.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      In this series my goal is to introduce the photographers and the photos I like. Thanks for the comment

  • @allansisson355
    @allansisson355 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    You put a lot of thought into this and it shows. Great examples, I'll check his work out. Thanks for doing a great video, again.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching

  • @clutton
    @clutton 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Tom. I really like this concept of learning from master photographers. Would love to see more!

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the feedback. Next Monday check out another video from this series. Until then there will be the videos from Thursday and Saturday

  • @JodySmith
    @JodySmith 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the use of negative space! I definitely need to do more of that in my photography.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      glad you find it useful

  • @Garyjonesphotos
    @Garyjonesphotos 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoyed this video and seeing some excellent examples of minimalist photography. I'm definitely going to go out and try something like this. Thanks!

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Gary Jones Fine Art Photography Thanks for your comment. Good luck in your work

  • @leslielanderkin8996
    @leslielanderkin8996 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful video and I too love his images. Leslie

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you like it Leslie :)

  • @kyles8585
    @kyles8585 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job tom. Keep the videos coming 👍

  • @mihneacafadaruperioandimpl590
    @mihneacafadaruperioandimpl590 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Michael Kenna is indeed one of the greatest "fine art film" photographers. Thank you for your efforts! Cheers, Mihnea.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a series of videos I wanted to do for a long time and now with the new year was the perfect moment to start fresh ... every Monday a new video from this series :)

  • @Archibald_Quincy_Stanton
    @Archibald_Quincy_Stanton 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a wonderful idea what you are doing. I really enjoyed this being about Minimal Landscapes as I find myself moving that direction with my work lately.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your feedback

  • @nmuguy
    @nmuguy 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Informative and enjoyable!

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you like it. Thanks for the feedback

  • @zeballos5757
    @zeballos5757 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was great. Thank you.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the comment

  • @jamesmarko1787
    @jamesmarko1787 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm still relatively new to the photography world, so I just discovered Michael Kenna, and what an incredible talent he is. I really love his style. As much as I enjoy your usual videos Tom of taking us along your outdoor adventures. I like how you offered something different here in this video. it keeps it fresh.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the feedback. Hope to create an entire series with this type of video

  • @sureshkumar-gu9vu
    @sureshkumar-gu9vu 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    great tutorial!

  • @azad3741
    @azad3741 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    that was awesome tom. thanks

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your feedback

  • @thierrydietrich1291
    @thierrydietrich1291 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Vraiment une belle idée de nous faire découvrir de tels artistes et de telles compositions. Surtout pour des néophytes

  • @MrHaixi
    @MrHaixi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    that's great, friend thanks ! :)

  • @ammmullan7129
    @ammmullan7129 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting and instructional. It's good to see the work of master photographers, and your commentary explains how (the techniques used by the photographer) these images succeed. Cheers.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll try to create a series of this where will be included not only photographers but painters as well

  • @websterroger
    @websterroger 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent - more please

  • @mehradkhalili7825
    @mehradkhalili7825 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I learned so much from this video

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you find it useful

  • @Brenda-xc7sq
    @Brenda-xc7sq 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice selection of images, simple, stunning and refreshing so thanks.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, or should I say thank you to Michael Kenna :)

    • @Brenda-xc7sq
      @Brenda-xc7sq 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Both of you, I wouldn't have seen them without your post.

  • @JoshBenBernales
    @JoshBenBernales 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great inspiration, Tom! I've always loved minimal black and white photography but never find myself doing enough of it... we've had LOTS of snow lately so now is the time I guess 😁

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Snow is great for minimal photography but so its sand

  • @ataraxia4526
    @ataraxia4526 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good tips. Kenna is one of my top3 fav photographers among with Kertész and Fan Ho. I learned from this vid some new element about Kenna's photography that I hadn't realized before. Thanks. Subbed.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the feedback and your time

  •  6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Superb video Tom!

  • @alanplummer
    @alanplummer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very well done!

  • @ThePosiview
    @ThePosiview 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Michael Kenna by favourite photographer. 6:45 is exquisite. Thanks for posting. Regards.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching and for your comment

  • @moroccanshow4996
    @moroccanshow4996 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent 👏👏

  • @Shirley0850
    @Shirley0850 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am interested in minimal photography and agree the season used (winter) simplifies the landscape for the focus on the subject without interference of other elements. I have taken minimal winter photos and enjoy letting my eye wander to see the subject I want to capture. I thoroughly enjoyed this video. You explained in detail without rushing through the photos how the photo was taken and why. I look forward to more videos.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Shirley0850 Hope this series will be an interesting one 😀

  • @davidpearce2981
    @davidpearce2981 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Inspirational

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you like it

  • @ginabroma
    @ginabroma 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful Video! I don’t like all of his pictures but almost all of them are good for teaching simple but stunning composition. And they encourage every photographer to let his images empty. Less is more.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I guess what I learned from Michael Kenna is when I think an image is simple, maybe I should think again

    • @ginabroma
      @ginabroma 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Photo Tom I think, pure and minimalistic photography must be developed. And sometimes it’s luck ...

  • @bhupendersingh1476
    @bhupendersingh1476 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great pictures. Kindly elaborate, what's negative space?

  • @franciscocosta8933
    @franciscocosta8933 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice to found this video link on Thomas Eaton last video! (Y)

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great to hear that

  • @DiviPhotos
    @DiviPhotos 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    cool video

  • @jamesmoore9511
    @jamesmoore9511 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you - much appreciated. I understand he now or did live in Seattle, is that correct?

  • @SeanKimStyle
    @SeanKimStyle 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    A lot of People think Michael kenna took most of these photos in winter but some of them he shot it in the middle of summer. This is why he is genius

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it's true. I saw how some viewers were discuasing exactly that about one of hia photos and it turns out it was sand

  • @januszb4494
    @januszb4494 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice simple images, I find dificult to shoot so minimalistic compositions but I know it will come with time. BTW how is your weight Tom? ;)

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      My real weights was 101kg. And now I've lost 1kg. I'm at 99.8 :)

  • @aravindvinayachandran3037
    @aravindvinayachandran3037 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    😍

  • @gaarakabuto1
    @gaarakabuto1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Something a lot of people don't get about Kenna is that the composition wasn't exactly real.He took a photo,he usually had in mind with what he wants to get out of the landscape he shooted and the he removed stuff in darkroom.Kenna was shooting on medium format,known for the capabilities it offers you for cropping and editing in the darkroom.
    In sort most of his talent is coming from his vision and less about his photographic skills.For example in the picture shown in 5:50,most likely in his shot there were no rocks,they probably were around there but he didn't capture them,most likely he recreated the rocks in the darkroom.Minimalism is just that,visioning something that makes sense to you and capturing just that,it rarely happens in real life,rarely you will see something isolated from uniportant things,that's what makes minimal photography so apealing.

    • @petrub27
      @petrub27 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, I don't think the creator of this video can do an educated critical appraisal of Kenna's work

  • @Machster10
    @Machster10 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That piano in background is torturous

  • @Peter-df1br
    @Peter-df1br 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Terrific!

  • @user-hc7eq2xh6q
    @user-hc7eq2xh6q 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    👍

  • @michaelcostaphoto
    @michaelcostaphoto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOL. It's funny that anyone would downvote this. I know the ratio is way more towards upvoting, but some people just baffle me.

  • @clauc5587
    @clauc5587 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is excellent tks. To improve, maybe the images could appear bigger :)

  • @danielriverarodriguez9872
    @danielriverarodriguez9872 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Se vería genial el video si pudieras mostrar las imágenes de un buen tamaño en video, ya que sin imágenes diferentes y hay que apreciarlas bien para comprenderlas

  • @skep_8965
    @skep_8965 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    what lens helps with minimal photography? I get It that lens does not make a picture minimal but what might one consider a good lens kit to have ?
    I am looking at 1 canon RF 100-500 telephoto, RF 28-70 F2 at the moment. However confused about these choices

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's tricky to answer because ut depends on the subject. I guess a longer focal length can help you but a 28-70mm can be more versatile. I can't give you a straigth answer.

  • @peaseandlove
    @peaseandlove 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please which filter did he use for that ?? ND1000???

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't know what filter he's using because he's shooting film ... anyway the exposures can get really long some times

  • @SuperGarden78
    @SuperGarden78 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Many times when people thinks it’s snow it’s actually sand

  • @c.augustin
    @c.augustin 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great idea!
    Another example for minimalism in landscape photography is Bruce Percy (www.brucepercy.co.uk). MK is one of his influences (I think he states it somewhere), but he's doing it in color. And he is visiting locations were minimalism works even without snow … ;)

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll check it out

  • @RJ-fi9zo
    @RJ-fi9zo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love Michael Kenna's style, but so many people today just straight up copy his style without adding anything new, it's a shame

  • @dylanrander3862
    @dylanrander3862 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the pics, just not in love with the cursor moving around inside them.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the feedback. I'll try in the future just to talk about the image

  • @kozz1984
    @kozz1984 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I liked all of the photos except for 7:57.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      +JR Yes it's not great but was to show that even wires can look ok sometimes

  • @JohnCBurzynski
    @JohnCBurzynski 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video but I wish you would have shown the pictures larger.

    • @BonciuToma
      @BonciuToma  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Usually photos of the well known photographers are not found at higher resolutions

  • @abuget498
    @abuget498 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    and here i think the composition you will talk about is that the photo (08:02) look like a dog