Really nice to have someone talk about pictures and not cameras.

@niqvuk

2 жыл бұрын

I second this… more please!

@solomonobidiegwu3019

2 жыл бұрын

this is the way

@malypavel25

Жыл бұрын

Secondly, it’s not some just guy who’s telling you to “use rule of thirds”. This person knows better things to talk about ❤️

USA is basically a playground for photographers. Awesome cool vintage stuff laying around in every yard

@DirectRegister

3 жыл бұрын

We feel the same way about other countries! I guess it’s a reminder to be thankful for what we have

@immersgamers9730

3 жыл бұрын

i live in Hong Kong, the distraction in one scene is almost unbearable, it is impossible to make a narrative out of your photo. everything imaginable basically clusters in your composition.

@forevertwentyone2655

3 жыл бұрын

@@immersgamers9730 I live in Hong Kong too and I feel the same way oh my god . Too much distraction

@rasmus9311

3 жыл бұрын

@@immersgamers9730 I have wanted to visit and photograph Hong Kong kinda for that reason, it's so different and lively scenes everywhere

@MarioVastola

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t agree. I think we are prone to believe that the USA are this big playground for photos just because that is what the mainstream media projects into our memories and conscience. Movies and series built up this image of a playground, with astonishing visuals and places to shoot. Had Hollywood been founded in Europe or Africa we would think otherwise. It’s just a matter of the strongest economy, really. Having said this, nonetheless I think the USA hold a really great scenery in their land.

This made me feel like a bad photographer in the best way possible 😂

Whoa! Kyle struck gold here. The engaged comments indicate WE LIKE THIS ONE! Thanks Kyle! And good luck from Victoria, BC.

I love this. Composition is the easiest but the hardest to master. I’m definitely not even close to mastering. I think there are way too many photographers that just show up to a scene and snap it due to the excitement of finding it. They don’t really study it. All these images you can tell that you didn’t pull up and start snapping away. There’s thought and precision in the placement of things. Probably the number one thing that I see in not only beginners but people that I’ve been photographing awhile.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah man, I agree. I don't think it's something that you really ever master, but can definitely improve skills a lot. I know I have a long way to go still. But the one major thing that I've learned is that there are images everywhere. The longer you spend looking, the more you'll find... same with creative opportunities. It's one of the things that I love about this craft!

@maxwellwellmax878

3 жыл бұрын

LOL Always a lurker :D

I respect that you waited for the cloud on the motel sign rather than just photoshopping the sky

Interesting how you approached this subject. Rather than a generic “tips video” you told the story of the picture. Very helpful for someone photographing similar situations! Would definitely love to see this as a new series! 👍🏾

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers. Glad you enjoyed it.

5:23 couldn't help but notice how the power lines perfectly match the windows too.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Good catch. :)

Great video! Like that you talk through your thoughts rather than saying "Rule 1:..., Rule 2:...". Very useful!

@KyleMcDougall

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. Cheers.

Dang. This was a master class in composition. I have so much to learn. Exceptional video Kyle!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Matthew!

@Anewevisual

3 жыл бұрын

truth

@CGK404

3 жыл бұрын

@@Anewevisual !!

Dang it! I sat there in that spot parked trying to decide how to line it up, and eventually gave up because I hated the sky. Very nice!!!! For love the of the panhandle of Texas and the grain elevators making the landscape interesting!

Cream of the crop, you are a surgeon and the camera is your knife. You compose so very balanced and meticulous. It's a joy to look at you images. Well done Thank you Kyle

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. 🙏

I’m not familiar with the other photographer’s work that you mentioned but I think for a second video (or third vid) it would be great to look at images that differ stylistically as much as possible from yours just to get as much contrast in compositional approaches. Your images tend to be quite geometric and rectilinear so it might be interesting to look at compositions that are more chaotic or fluid or amorphous. Something like that!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

For sure, that’s a great idea!

super inspirational, best composition sharing video I've ever seen on KZread - part 2 part 2 part 2!!!

@KyleMcDougall

11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Third image, stop sign. The power lines are coinciding perfectly within the windows. That was my favorite part of that shot!

Great video - I like your quote, "taming the chaos that's in the real world". I have aspergers so organising the "chaos in the real world" is something I am doing all the time, on autopilot!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed, Vik.

Hi, I stumbled across your video and I would like to thank you for taking the time to interrogate each of the images. I see other photographers talking about composition, and they use similar concepts to illustrate like you do, but you take it to the next level by talking about the intricate thought that you put into the images. I find this very helpful to groom my thinking about composition, not so that I can copy your technique, per se, but so that I can incorporate your technique in my thought processes. I think it will help me to "remember" things to look for in my images to improve my photography. I have been "that photographer" that shows up on a scene, and as another commenter said, just snap away due to the excitement of finding the image. I plan to slow down a bit, and explore my local area a bit more through this new lens (see what I did there?) to hopefully improve my composition when I do travel out and time is shorter.

Really like these type of videos, where photographers explain their thinking and methodology. Definitely gives me motivation to re-explore subjects in my surrounding and closely examine them, revisit them during different times of day.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed this one. 🙂

That laundromat photo is killer. Love it.

Bro ur talking about all these tips and I'm just staring at these pics in awe... you are an amazing photographer

Great video, really helpful tips and great to see you talk through specific examples and give insight into your process. Thanks!

GREAT Tutorial! Makes us photographers look at the world in a different light and from a different perspective..THANKS!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

Beautiful images and very helpful tips!

Composition master, you must have a real itch for being this precisely!!! It’s beautiful to say the least

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate that.

Wonderful images. Great job.

loved it! thanks for sharing your images and thoughts

Master,excellent work ,very inspiring! Thanks

It's all in the details. Love it

Super helpful video! Love your work! Thanks!

This is brilliant, thanks so much

Thank you sir. Excellent instruction.

Thanks Kyle! This is great.

Colors are fire

Great masterclass - got lots out of it. Thanks

thank you for sharing!

You also have “leading lines” working really well in the composition of the 2nd example.👏🏻👏🏻 the road on the right and the roof from the left leading both to the sign. Just amazing in the overall!! 🫶🏻🫶🏻 I’m devouring all your videos! Thanks very much for the work you putting into this educational material. 🙏🏻

10:50 the framing looks like a 16:9 cine frame. Great!

Great educational video Kyle!

Love this. More like these

Interesting stuff indeed, thank you!

You made some great compositions, I appreciate the tutorial.

Thank you for this!

4:45 what impresses most in this picture is that the cables are perfectly aligned with the windows in the background

Wonderful class in composition and insightful photography. I was amazed with the image of the garage in the light segment on how the cast shadow of the garage signs falls in the telephone pole.

Nice to see you again Kyle. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

Your obvious passion for photography and your knowledge are inspiring!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Great tips here. I'm definitely going to try to be more conscious when shooting after watching this video.

Excellent video, Kyle. I really enjoy (and learn) seeing and listening to the compositional choices you made in your images. Looking forward to Part 2.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Terry!

great class, thank you bro!

This is helping me a lot to better understand Stephen Shore's photography. Illuminating, thanks!

Loved this Kyle! Thank you so much

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Nick!

This was awesome! Loved this video. Great stuff! Looking forward to the next one.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Really enjoyed this! Always interested to hear the thoughts/intent behind the captures. Looking forward to the next installment.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Kyle. More to come.

Please do more of these types of videos!!

This was great Kyle, thank you for sharing!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers, Jordan.

Really enjoyed this video. Photos are superb and explained really well. Thanks

Really great video as always, Kyle! The creative vision and the composition process are always super interesting. Cheers

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Andrea!

This was excellent, Kyle! Thank you! It was really helpful to hear and see how you thought through those compositions. Definitely motivates me to be more conscious of the elements in my scene.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jared!

Amazing lesson

Thanks Kyle! Really interesting stuff and educational. Nice shots for sure.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers, Peter.

excellent video thank you! This is the knowledge that truly helps

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful.

Dude, your photos are amazing! Really great work!

Great stuff! This is the type content that that’s really helpful for leaning how to analyze a potential shot. 👍😎

Very nice video on composition.

I found there’s a quiet reflection with what you do. You have purpose in your art and to articulate not only your creativity and purpose but also your technicality is refreshing. I wait for your videos. Thank you again.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Devon. Really appreciate that!

This is the best!!! Thanks for sharing

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. 🙏

Definitely going to be putting a lot of this in practice. Thank Kyle!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Really nice video. Appreciate this. So many composition videos just go over the basic rules, which are obviously important, but I appreciate this more detailed discussion

Thank you Kyle that was great!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed, Gary.

Great video! I’ve been needing to learn something like this to continue improving. Your videos and your podcast have all been a great resource for me and my photography, thanks!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you’ve enjoyed!

I like your selections. They are pure uncomplicated photography glad to see someone making photos that make sense to me. These are old school thinking. Refreshing. Your explanations are so down to earth. Thanks!

Your videos are immensely inspiring! Thank you so much for all the knowledge you share 😃

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Stefano. Appreciate you watching.

Love your channel & your podcast! Thank you for sharing your passion & knowledge. It is such a valuable perspective. 👍

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Zach. I appreciate that.

Very good advice!

This was excellent - very insightful. Thanks!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed.

Very helpful vid with some great tips. Thanks for sharing.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Always interesting to see how others view a scene and the thought process. Thanks for sharing

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers, Tony.

The more I take pictures, the more I realise that composition comes first, light and subject second. I played the game with myself of 'spot the edits' and was fairly close in most cases, which is gratifying. Of course I might make different decisions to you on composition even using the same rules, but that is OK. The rules are open to interpretation as you showed several times in this tutorial.

Very helpful Kyle, looking forward to the next part. oh and I love your style of photography.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rich. Glad you enjoyed.

Such a great Video. Learned a ton.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, man. Happy to hear that.

Great video Kyle. Very interesting to listen to your preferences for composing these images, as well as your thought processes behind the images. Thanks a lot for sharing 👍

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Matt!

love it man, the goat!

Great video, thanks Kyle !

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

I like the overall light and colors in your shots.

Great video, fantastic composition tips. I often shoot with intent to crop in an effort to get the composition right.

I love your images and this video is fantastic and deserves to be appreciated far more broadly. Good work!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that. Thanks.

5:57 Hello all the way from Hong Kong

OK, you totally had me with the telephone handset. This was really helpful - thank you!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers.

This is a really great video about composition, informative and very straightforward with incredible examples shown! Love it so much.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

This lesson is really helpful. That ‘s why it is so pleasing to see your photos. Just great, Kyle.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it.

I've been struggling with how to compose busier scenes, this was so helpful! Looking forward to a part two!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jamie.

Great video. Very informative. This is my first time watching one of your videos and I learned a lot. Your explanations were concise and easy to understand. Looking forward to more.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful!

Hey man LOVE this so much. I really appreciate how you take into account detail, compositional awareness, and convention into consideration when you shoot. I feel that I sometimes dance on similar lines of thought, and hearing you discuss it made me reflect on my own process. Thank you for such a great video, and such great art.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 🙏

Superb… thank you

Great video. One of the most informative. Very stimulating. Thanks. Look forward to more.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Bernard!

Awesome video. Learned a lot and really like your attention to small details.

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

Thank you for sharing your experience, skills, and thought process. I learned a lot. I never thought about "breathing room" and "create opportunity" in my photos. Thanks again!!

I liked how the road in the first picture leads your eye to the nearest grain elevator and then continues on to the second one that is framed. Good work!

Such a great video !

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Tiago.

I have to say, this video was so satisfying to watch. It is just so pleasing to see how meticulous and clean the composition is within your images. Looking forward to the next part!

@KyleMcDougall

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, James. Glad you enjoyed it!