Hi, I agree with you, post-production is so important !! Most photographers will tell that light is the most important, or composition, or things like that but will forget to say than half of the job is what you do at home with your computer.

Great topic and so very truthful. I’ve seen and heard more photographers that put more importance on sharpness in there images rather than telling a story. Your clients aren’t going to zoom in on every image to see if the eyes are tack sharp. I believe in taking the best quality images possible but if the story is lost what’s the point.

I'm just an amateur photographer and put my photos on eyeem. I have sold a few. just seems nice and easy.

Here’s the new trend. Keep this in mind especially for those of you who are professionals..... People are hiring the quirky, happy, not so technically accurate photographers, and avoiding the rude , technically advanced pros.

@liverpoolpictorial

4 жыл бұрын

Just avoid rude. It's not exclusive to one type of photographer.

@june049

4 жыл бұрын

Dave Wood Ok Dave

Appreciate this video and the "secrets" you gave us! THANKS...

Thanks for this video, Miguel! Two things that have been fairly new "no-brainers" for me are *focus on post shoot editing AND *shooting in RAW. I know, I know...I sound like a rookie with only 12 professional sessions so far. That would be true. And I'm loving it! No apologies! This new part-time gig of senior portraits and family sessions are a blast. Thanks for your inspiration, Miguel :)!!

my camera is D3200 and make money in stock sites that works for me thanks for your video its very helpful

00:35 #1 : "IQ doesn't matter" as much as being consistent ... success takes time. 01:45 #2 : "Importance of Post-Prod" that's why pros and cheaters shoot RAW. 03:59 #3 : "True role of lightning" cause post-prod can't fix everything. 05:00 #4 : "The truth about pricing" from 25$ to 250$/hr ... up to 1m$ for potatoes to woke billionaires. 06:34 #5 : "The Importance of social Media" and moreover of using your brain.

@SPECTRA890

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@user-de7hp3lb2g

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers

Great video! Super helpful !! Thanks!

good list, but these are kind of sound obvious to me or are they really secrets?

@SuperQuwertz

4 жыл бұрын

You call it "Secrets"

@Jakiyyyyy

4 жыл бұрын

That it facts

@Jamesfrancosdog

3 жыл бұрын

As a professional photographer... No. No they are not secrets.

@MiguelQuilesJr

3 жыл бұрын

To the general population and those starting out, yes, its likely unknown info.

So if you don't do skin retouching what kind of a photographer are you ?

Dude I love your shirt Uchiha gang✌🏽

1" The quality of your images doesn't matter......What a statement!

@MiguelQuilesJr

4 жыл бұрын

It sounds crazy but it's true! Every market has it's share of photographers producing lousy images and making money hand over fist.

Thanks for the great video. Very worthwhile.

I like heavily retouched images.

Very good advice Miguel...especially the pricing...there is no written rule for price structure. Have a great weekend buddy!

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

It's definitely a topic that I constantly see misinformation around. I'll have to dig deeper into this topic soon. Thanks for watching!

Great tips, thanks!

I liked, subscribed, saved and going to follow you on facebook. This is for me as a beginner. Thank you so much.

People who are saying this is a promotional video do not understand the process involved. I haven't taken any course per se.. but professional photographers do include their learning spanning across years in just 5-15 hours. Don't downplay their videos. You will understand the trade secrets only when you are working under a professional photographer.

Great informative video... Truly love your work. Looking forward to seeing your next secrets video.

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I've got another one on tap coming within a few weeks. Glad you found this one informative!

Strongly agree with #3!

We all know that a good photo doesn't necessarily equal a noiseless and multi-megapixel photo. But stocksites don't often know this. I keep working to develop and improve.

Great video, as always! Question: as it pertains to item #5, what is your particular social media strategy? I could definitely use a video with tips on that one. Who to follow; how often to post; should all posts be similar; is there a better day/time to post; is it best to shoot with a platform in mind - or can I put most emphasis on getting the image I want - and then worry about which platform is better, etc. so many rules, man - which ones matter?

@pjaypalmer9437

5 жыл бұрын

1. How often is flexible meaning someone that lacks a large number of pictures tends to post less than someone who does...However, I'm not sure if this can be done on other platforms but I know Instagram allows you to check the analytics of your post...so how many persons saw it, when they saw it, the age groups that it appeals too etc; So you can structure the finer details of when you post' such as time, around that. But pick a day when you are mostly free or as free as possible and stick to it...CONSISTENCY IS KEY 2. Shoot for what you want. Unless it is for a company or client who has specific demands focus on getting the image you want. Having your mind on the platform may make you skip or pass over small details or keep you on edge instead of calm and collected, so by focusing on getting your shot your mind is fully attuned with your surroundings and you will have quality, one which attracts those who have the same tastes and maybe even attract those who don't... Just enjoy your work. 3. Follow who you want. Who you would want to follow is generally who inspires you so make sure you follow them even if they aren't as popular. Remember also birds of a feather flock together, so if you're worried about getting a follow back...if they do happen on your page and they like what's happening, for the most part, they will like if not follow...but eventually they might if you keep consistent work. Also if looking for a sponsorship or a connection follow them too whether companies or single entities and don't be afraid to reach out...The worst you can hear is no. 4. Similar in some aspects. Seeing the same tree in the same place every time you scroll would be boring but let's say you have different trees in similar settings; war,m vibrant and full of life. It's just more appealing. So creating a cohesive feed is important. I use cohesive to say if you have a summer vibe going on in your last couple of posts, try to keep that kind of feed for a little bit. You can switch it monthly or whenever, but it is very aesthetically pleasing to see a similar colour scheme or lighting over a set of pictures. Mind you this your page and your canvas so you are free to mix it up when you want but again Consistency plays a critical role in social media success. SIDENOTE- The main thing to remember when you are using social media is that you're approaching an audience so, therefore, stay flexible -for example changing posting time to reach a larger or more specific audience- but inform your followers of any hinderances in a post or changes you plan to make going forward, builds a virtual connection that feels close to a real one.

thanks sir for the tips

Thank You for sharing. Well done.

He has number four exactly right. The customer determines the price. Not the photographer. Your investment, talent and experience cannot make a customer pay more than they want.

@LeonKotze70

3 жыл бұрын

Then target higher paying customers...

@keithdf2001

3 жыл бұрын

@@LeonKotze70 I have not idea what that means but okay

I made a lots of money with my easy share kodak... the key was my lights, always pointing to the ceiling to create a smooth creamy faces.. customers??... I book only the ones I think they will pay.. others just told them I DON'T HAVE TIME for their shoot... yet here I am still doing what I love to do

Another great video. Thanks brother.

"The quality of your images doesn't matter...Here's a $300 course to help you to improve the quality of your images." Ugh.

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

$89 actually, but just for a limited time 👍

@mrfreak235

4 жыл бұрын

I think he means the pixel quality, so a cheaper gear with great photos is great :)

@Eye4eye007

4 жыл бұрын

syousef ^ he just saved you $90

Dope shirt🤙🏼🤙🏼

Thanks for the great info.

Hello Miguel, new sub here. Great job, thank you for sharing this knowledge.

Great video as always Miguel..please make more videos like these..

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I have a couple more coming soon in this same style! 😁

Love it bro ! 👊🏽📸

Hi Miquel , Great Video , You should change the title though , 5 Things Cheap Photographers don't do .

love your t-shirt! ;)

Clickbait... "download your portraiture 101 today and save 299 blabla...". Surprised by that from you Miguel :-/

@youuuuuuuuuuutube

4 жыл бұрын

Saving 299 would be nice as it would then be free!

If the quality of your portfolio is a result of the images produced by a team with the highest professional quality production am I correct that your are going for a niche customer who understands that a well produced image of this sort does cost big money. It’s great but only a tiny handful of photographers can break into this elite slice of the market.

Solid content as alway man!! 🤘🏼

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!!

Love the info but thumbs up for Uchiha shirt ❤❤❤

I enjoy natural photo that aren't heavily post retouched. Can one be successful like this?

@MiguelQuilesJr

3 жыл бұрын

I think it is difficult to do. If you shoot in raw, you will always have some amount of post work just to get the colors and exposure right. The holy grail is taking a photo that looks 90% good in camera, and then making minor tweaks in post that are so subtle people won't notice.

@geraldineblum7504

3 жыл бұрын

I am still pretty new to Photography but that is what I am working on trying to get a good photo in camera. I also just started shooting with continued lighting and would love to see more videos on this.

Solid tips, Miguel. 👍

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Capture one or light room

100% info, no hype or gimmicks, thanks

You are 100% right on lighting! It does not exist simply to provide illumination. It exists to provide contrast, mood and shape. You may not need strong lights, but you probably do need lights of some kind. Flash, however, is out-dated. Especially if you want to expand your skills in video as well as photography. Even better than a good light source is an awareness of the ambient light around you. You don't have to be a Light Whisperer, but a good feel for ambient light is worth having. However, I have a serious disagreement with you. Point 1 negates Point 2! Further, Point 2 does not take into account documentary photography, which requires zero retouching. In fact you might find that in a lot of cases, retouching is not allowed at all. Nobody needs to learn retouching except the desk monkeys at ad agencies. The photographer is too busy taking photos. As far as the Potato Photographer is concerned, I don't know why anyone would pay a million Euro for such a photo. I would charge at least 1.5 million. But hey, the owner is happy with the cheaper price, I'm sure.

Miguel! STOP giving away all our secrets!!! ;-) LOL Good to seeing you at Kando, man!

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

I can't keep secrets! Haha Good to see you at Kando as well!

Sasuke uchiha reveling sharingan secrets

@MiguelQuilesJr

3 жыл бұрын

😁

#2 if it's a secret, why EVERY youtube pro photographer tells you to shoot in RAW and one even has a shirt that says he shoots in RAW? #3 is captain obvious. Camera sensor is capturing light. So the scene is only be as good as it is lit.

@MiguelQuilesJr

3 жыл бұрын

To address your comments, the reason that Fro has a shirt saying to shoot RAW is because most newbies don't do it. Think about it, what would be the point of having a shirt like that if people by default knew to do it? Its like wearing a shirt that says "I Breathe Air". It would only make sense to buy and wear it if many others didn't do it. ;) As for the lighting comment, if this is true then why is there so much conversation about cameras like the A7S being able to shoot in low light, especially when those lighting situations typically have the worst quality light?

great ideas...yt definitely rewards consistent uploads over anything else...

Tip #5 was very important. As a professional photographer, you should always have the images you would like to make to your clients. That means that you have to do your own projects. All the tother ips were also really good.

I love tip #5

Good stuff!

great video!

Great tips. I love your work. Thanks for sharing Miguel.

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

As I suspected, there're no secrets here. This is pretty much what all professional photographers preach. (Plus a plug, of course). If pros have secrets you sure won’t find them on KZread. But I don’t think they have much to hide. In fact I find most of them eager to share their knowledge. They know that no matter how much they teach us, very few of us will have the talent, the tenacity and whatever else it takes, including luck, to be serious competitors.

Best video man!

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks you! 😃🙏

Came here because of Taylor Jackson! Never saw your channel! Sub’d

@skiaddict08

5 жыл бұрын

Same ;)

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thank for stopping by and subbing! What kind of content interests you most?

@joshualepik

5 жыл бұрын

Miguel Quiles I like creative process. I understand the basics, I enjoyed the tips you shared about headspace and challenging the norm of shooting everything wide open and using higher stops. I have 1.4 lenses so I always shoot wide open but sometimes it is ok to shoot at more than 1.4. Videos about that stuff is great

@skiaddict08

5 жыл бұрын

@@MiguelQuilesJr I like genuineness, whatever that is for you.

Can I ask what you use to put together and edit these videos?

@MiguelQuilesJr

4 жыл бұрын

I use Adobe Premiere to edit my videos

Sasuke FTW!!!!!!!! But Itachi though. Hahah

Thanks!!!! A million

What a great video with fantastic information even for someone not aspiring to go pro.

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it 😃

@ShlomoLevi

5 жыл бұрын

Someone pay you for this comment. Most comments here look like

@Bazzasphotolife

5 жыл бұрын

@Shlomo Levi - ma zot omeret? Lo meveen otcha

@ShlomoLevi

5 жыл бұрын

nbelkind ‏שילמו לך על זה? מה זאת ‏דו פרצופיות

#2 & #5 are dead on. Thankfully I have a day job that allows me to afford hiring very talented agency models, and renting locations. Is it the "fast track"? Yes. Would it be a waste of money if someone did not have talent? Definitely! But if you have both money to spend to advance your social awareness, and above average talent, it is a sure thing. P.S. #4 is true...and true in all professional talents.

Cool video nice job

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

What defines amateur from pro? - Better and more expensive equipment - Better models (experienced) - FF instead of APC (More money) So I think that if an amateur gets everything he has a pro ... it would only be a matter of 3 months for him to become a pro;) Anyway, pro often deals with the commercial approach to photography and loses the purely artistic sense that an amateur has. So what's the difference between an amateur and a pro? .... Nothing !!

#4 is dead on. People don't make enough money in photography unless they understand business. A photography business is about 10% talent, 70% business and marketing knowledge, and 20% personality.

Great information. We can all use more of these kind of real world videos.

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I definitely plan on doing more in this style so be sure to sub please! 😃✌️

I use ON1 Photo RAW 2019 and Luminar 3 to process my images.

Cant get my eyes of that sasuke shirt

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

It's my Genjutsu 😂

@intensitymediaJm

5 жыл бұрын

@@MiguelQuilesJr haha you are the greatest bro

Man I can’t believe to you gave away all my secrets. Kid, I’m a beginner & thanks for this!

can we talk about the spider hand at @2:40 ?!?!

@alliblackman5020

4 жыл бұрын

Lmfao that tip-tapping was so unnecessary

Does your headline mean you are not a professional photographer?

You had the video of that man holding three potatoes just plucked out of the ground. Do this same composition with perfect lighting and turn it into a still-life titled. “Potatoes in Hand.” I see 1 million Euros in your future.

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂🤣

liked and subscribed

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Many thanks! 🙏

I share what I know ...

Secret number 6: KZread photographers make more money selling photo lessons and subscription than they do with their photography work.

@MiguelQuilesJr

3 жыл бұрын

That's true, some do, some don't if they aren't doing it the right way. Then again, it's better than not making any money at all right?

I'll never be a pro because I don't believe in post processing. If you are good enough you don't need fake looking photos. Just my own opinion of course.

@LordArioh

4 жыл бұрын

I mean when people start replacing sky, deleting stuff, adding stuff, cropping 500% etc, it means they failed to capture the moment or compose it properly. A little straightening horizon, bringing shadows back, slightly popping colors is normal stuff, since colors depend on camera sensor, dynamic range in camera is not so good as your eye. Just a small correction never hurts. I can paint whatever in Affinity without even taking a shot and post as a photo, tho I'd hate it.

I just follow miguel to prove is he uchiha or not. And there he goes again, give us the hint, wearing the hint. 🍻🙋‍♂️☝️

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

My Sharingan probably gave it away 👁️

@ericwirawan

5 жыл бұрын

Oh 💩 he noticed me, I'll be doomed, I cannot escape this video, its being play over and over, never ending loop 🔄

Two free tips for you: your face is overexposed (lack any kind of shadows, depth, contrast...) and the picture lacks detail. Also... DON'T USE AUTOFOCUS (for video)!! Nothing should be a secret, because knowledge is what will make us better and free. We all gain more helping each other than trying to screw us...

@Jamesfrancosdog

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t think he needed you to explain what “overexposed” means. Here’s a free tip for you: stop being condescending to other people and pretending it’s coming from a good place.

Secrets of Polichinelle…

not to sound rude, but none of these things are BIG secrets. "consistancy" is just good business practices. "Post Production" has been around since dark room development. "the importance of lighting" is literally the foundation of photography and videography. Thats no secret, just some people dont invest in learning more about it. "truth about pricing" is another one on just basic business practice. You price based off of what you think the service or product you provide is worth. This is great information when it comes to business understandings, but no real "secrets" just good business practice and education.

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

I agree with all of that, but what isn't secret to you or I might be to people starting out. All of these things that I covered came from the many times I run into newer photographers who constantly ask questions around all of this. 👍

Most important secret is that photography is not a profession at all, never e it’s rather skills than profession. And yes main things today it how you make money BUT if you know how make money you simple do not need camera. It’s plenty of much easier ways. Forgo about! Picture just for fun! Enjoy! Get normal profession and you will always have money for whatever gear you need

Thumbs up for the Uchiha T-shirt

Secret #6: sell them your online course about the other secrets with an incredible price reduction of 70%! Gotcha! 😁

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Capitalism 101! 😂✌️

Have you watched demon slayer? Its getting hot.

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

I'm still trying to finish Naruto haha I head DS was really good though. Is it on Hulu yet?

@dominiclucero7221

5 жыл бұрын

@@MiguelQuilesJr I'm not sure about hulu since we don't use that here in the Philippines 😅 great video by the way. Im still learning about light and post processing as well. I'm not a pro by any means but i would just love to up my game for my own personal satisfaction.

i must say, i like that shirt lol

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😂😂😂

@saskelee

5 жыл бұрын

lol i hope you notice my name

@saskelee

5 жыл бұрын

can i have the link to it so i can own one?

Your video is poor at keeping focus, it seems slow to punch focus. On several occasions, this became obvious and distracting from someone instructing others to be professional.

1 million euros for a photo of a patato ..... Goddamn ,which fool pays that amount for a photo of a simple simple patato

Good tips... clickbaity title though....

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And yes, the title has to be somewhat clickbaity in order for it to be viewed and shared widely on KZread.

I love your content and I love your work, but I would have prefered that you made a video upfront about the offer on your course, rather than masking it in a "top 5 secrets" video.

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support. As for the course details, how would you propose that I'm "upfront" about it? It was a small part of the video and everything else was unrelated to it. Literally every KZreadr has sponsored content in their videos in order to bring you this information at no charge. If you have a better solution im happy to hear it! 😃✌️

The autofocus in this video is annoying me

In practical terms there are no secrets :-)

No jokes today 😢😢😢😢

these stock videos... oh jeeees xD

@MiguelQuilesJr

4 жыл бұрын

Gets the job done! 😂

naruto fan spotted.

secrets? seriously :-)

👏👏👏👏👏

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

The only secret is that you're selling your tutorial while you're explaining. I don't blame you,you need new gear :D

@MiguelQuilesJr

4 жыл бұрын

We all need new gear! 😅

Number 6: call advertisement strategies “secret” to get potential video views on KZread

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

First time on KZread?

@Ajdhahir

5 жыл бұрын

No I just should have known that genjustu is the uchiha way 😆

@MiguelQuilesJr

5 жыл бұрын

😂😂

No secrets have been revealed here. All plays down to common sense and basic understanding of photography. Just another BS clickbait video to promote business. 8 minutes of useless drivel.

@MiguelQuilesJr

3 жыл бұрын

If you didn't think these were relevant to you then you weren't the target audience. This video was aimed at people who are just starting out and addresses misconceptions that I've heard from hundreds of photographers at my workshops and lectures.

There are no secrets