Intro video included as part of the tutorials or release them on their own? Let me know what you all think!

@GertjanVanderKelen

2 жыл бұрын

First of all, LOVED the intro. I think it works as a prelude to the tutorial, but would definitely consider uploading it separately. I love sharing clips like these with models I know to set the mood and to get inspired.

@AlvesDarlann

2 жыл бұрын

i think the short film should be shorter if its at the begging tbh, but it looks cool!

@BruceWalkerPhotography

2 жыл бұрын

Nathan, I really loved your little stylish intro vid and I think it's terrific that you are experimenting and having fun with it. It really shows how a predominantly stills photographer can make use of a bit of video footage though. I found it inspiring. I think it would actually work to your benefit to post these separately from the BTS breakdown / tutorial though. It gives you the opportunity for more stream promotion -- the more uploads you post, the more attention you get -- and in the event that somebody finds the intro a bit too long for their taste it avoids them clicking away.

Thanks.

Loved the lil montage video intro to the following shoot, I just love the beautiful, class and inspiring work you do. thank you!

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott! Glad you enjoyed it.

I loved the opening teaser! More please!

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I like how you set up the vibe for what you are about to show

@NathanElson

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Walo

Amazing work !!!!!!

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

Loved the intro Nathan Awesome photos, video plus tutorials as usual and thank you for all of your knowledge that you share here Daniela is a wonderful model and works the poses like a star Thanks again 👍

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Amazing thanks😁🤩

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you too!

Nathan, I guess the introduccion video helps to have a glimpse on the work you are going to teach us. It would be great idea to have them in your next tutorials. As I used to say, thanks a lot for your videos, they are a great inspiration. I keep watching them from Ushuaia, Argentina.

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Enrique! I appreciate the feedback, and glad your're enjoying the videos.

great intro.... it kinda sets the mood for the lesson to be learn

Yeah , the intro video was pretty nice 👍🏾. Sets the tone for what we are about to see. As always, fantastic work man 😊👌🏾. Keep them coming.

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

It's burning here bro! Congrats

@NathanElson

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

again such an amazing video Nathan! I liked the Intro video at the beginning. These photos are awesome! Did you used the eye focus oder manuel focus for bringing the cigarette in focus? keep up the good work

Love the intro video, keep doing them.

Keep them! Short and nice 👌🏻

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the input Niclas!

I was wondering on why opening 2.8 first because then you need HSS. But it cames clear after. I really appreciate the not-over-retouching. I humbly try to do the same meaning a skin is a skin not a plastic bag that pop's. I think i will check for a larger Umbrella. The problem is to carry with me on shooting location... Keep it up with your great video, thanks to enlight the newbies we are

I love this style and all styles of your shootings. I try this definitely . but the problem is cant find so easy a nice model.

Very nice

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

luv the intro vid

@NathanElson

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ronny

Hello Nathan from Saigon VN, I've never missed any your videos so far as they are valued for myself. I love your lighting uses and have good learning. Especially, I like your studio much. If it possible I 'd have a question: How to minimize effected of covid-19 to your photography i.e. services, earning or new ideas? Thank you very much.

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Thanh! Minimizing the effects on business when it comes to Covid really just lies in your areas restriction policies. There were times here when I couldn't work for a few months, and times now when I am free to work as I please. The main thing for me is having a solid client base that I've built over the years that continues to hire me for work as new projects come up. I try to make every client a forever / repeat client so that I don't have to constantly hunt down new clients, and can instead facilitate my client base.

How can anyone do a thumbs down…..I suppose envy would be a reason. Keep up the brilliant videos Nathan

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Haters gonna hate

Nathan, I really like your tutorials. Thumbs up :-)

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

Nathan...love the intro video, it really sets the mood and tone for the concept! The only potential issue is viewers looking for instructional content may move on before they get to what they are looking for?? When I noticed the length of the clip....I was hooked. Thanks for the extra efforts!

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to check them out! :)

Do both but maybe at the end of the video. The videos would be great for shorts/reels/tik tok or just regular videos to drive traffic to this page.

@NathanElson

Жыл бұрын

Solid ideas. Thank you!

Liked the intro video added to the main video

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave!

Great video as always :) so you went with the Z6ii instead of the z7ii? Any particular reason and how do you like the mirrorlessb Nikon System?

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

I'll make a video about it ;)

Thanks for such amazing video! Well, about the first part, maybe separate is better. But together with the tutorial is good too. I mean, I can´t decide ;)

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Haha ya I think it could go either way. Thanks for the feedback!

so, you finally stepped into Nikon mirrorless ? hope you kept the trusty D800 ... why the z6II and not the z7(II) ?

Intro video was nice!! As for the rest, I only have 2 "issues". First, if you are using a cigarette as a element of composition, it should be lighten; honestly I don't see a point in using a cigarette that is not lightened. I know you probably can't/shouldn't light one inside your studio, but even so... Second, even if this is not a specific tutorial on retouching, since you are showing it, for the sake of good practices, perform it in a way that won't induce bad habits on your subscribers; like doing your clean up in the BG layer (just duplicate it....its that simple). You have my like and subscription! Cheers!

Nice little trick how you used color thingies to pop highlights. I would've added the silver-rich noise after healing. All in all, awesome!

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Vann! And ya, there are always different ways to get to the same result ;)

@allisonbaum4736

2 жыл бұрын

@@NathanElson Not in this case Nathan. He is correct!

@StakyAll

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Nathan, loved the intro and love all your content. Its great that you show a bit of the shoot and then the retouch but personally I would (out of interest) like to know why you are doing the shoot (is it just for our learning etc) but also how the concept came about. Also discuss why you are using the settings you are using. Keep up the stunning work.

@StakyAll

2 жыл бұрын

@@allisonbaum4736 unlike Nathan I don't have to be diplomatic. Just viewed your channel and realised you're a master with Photoshop. You have used the clone brush to clone totally empty site. Don't be a Troll because you are jealous and have no talent yourself.

@allisonbaum4736

2 жыл бұрын

@@StakyAll There are people who teach. And there are others who do, and not blabber mouth. The real pros don't go around teaching in the school of hard knocks. When you teach, at least do a good job. When you help people by pointing out a legitimate flaw, accept it, learn from it and say thank you. People will respect you for it. My message is constructive criticism. You called me name/s. Who is the Troll here? Trust me, you do not want to side step me. You have no clue whats gonna hit you. Dumy!

Nice video Nathan. Do you think it would have made a difference to retouch then turn it into a black and white and add the grain?

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

You totally could, but I have the brain that once I decide on an aesthetic, I stick with it :) Maybe not always the best approach, but it's worked for me thus far.

@joemappmedia

2 жыл бұрын

@@NathanElson I do also. I only ask because sometimes the retouching could look funny with the grain added. Thanks for the video. More lighting techniques to add to my arsenal.

Personally I like B-Roll and intros. If you want only the tutorial, you can add the time stamps/time chapters. That intro as was really good Nathan. Maybe do a short about it.

@NathanElson

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I think it would be better at the end, but it's a very nice video.

thank you for the lessons I'm watching them in Russia. Привет из России!!!

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad you're enjoying them.

What is the name of the song use on the video?

More of these kind of Intro's

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds good, I appreciate the feedback!

Question Why convert to black and white instead of shooting black and white in camera? Just curious

@NathanElson

10 ай бұрын

When you shoot RAW it doesn't shoot it in B+W, also, there are a lot of variables in B+W, such as skin tones, clothing, background, etc which can all be adjusted via the color sliders in the B+W panel in C1, which makes dialing in the right look much easier.

@jameshenry5686

10 ай бұрын

@@NathanElson thanks Nathan appreciate the knowledge.

i think the short film should be shorter if its at the begging tbh, but it looks cool!

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the input!

Incredible smh 🤦 wow

The intro section was interesting to watch but I nearly clicked off because it wasn't what I was expecting to see. Maybe add it at the end of the shoot but before the retouch section.

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

That makes sense. Might be something better placed after the intro so people know what they are watching. Thanks for the input!

My Pics looks like 💩 maybe because I use a Speedlight (Gn 60) with a 60x60 cm softbox. I tried different angles and nothing beautiful ad this shots happened. I am so frustating. I Watch this video a lot of times and I cant be able to shoot a good portrait 😰

I'm going to say keep it separate because I don't want you to cut either short.

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Fair enough, thanks Carlos!

i bet he hates his job.... not

Like the vid as an intro to the tutorial, but wouldn't watch it as a stand alone post.

@NathanElson

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the input Russ, much appreciated!