Why Cameras are Magical

Photography, cameras, lenses and photography and video gear have a magical purpose. It's not about megapixels, dynamic range, RAW, LOG, LUTs, cinema cameras, blurry backgrounds, or being cinematic. It's about capturing moments of life and reliving memories. Photography and camera gear have magic powers. The walls of our house are filled with these memories and moments of our life. Markus Rothkranz and Cara Brotman are characters in our movie of life ... a movie full of romance, adventure, science fiction, drama, love, travel, and of course portrait photography. Every photo is a wedding photo. This is what photography is about. Love and relationships are one of the most important things in life. Romance, love and relationships should be key themes in real life that makes life worth living. Inspiration, motivation and photography skills are made for each other. Motivational videos and inspirational speaches are right up there with wedding photography and full frame cameras, or APSC crop sensor cameras or MFT M43 micro four thirds cameras or even 1 inch sensor cameras or even camcorders. Capture beauty while you can. Create lasting memories with photography and canvas prints.
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  • @JeffBourke
    @JeffBourkeАй бұрын

    I love finding a camera channel that’s not actually just a camera salesman!!!

  • @sbcinema

    @sbcinema

    Ай бұрын

    agree

  • @classic.cameras

    @classic.cameras

    Ай бұрын

    Yeah eh? Check out a guy name Simon Dtraundaut I think as well. He is about photography and not about gear reviews.

  • @Twobarpsi

    @Twobarpsi

    Ай бұрын

    ​@@classic.camerasSimon is great!

  • @Twobarpsi

    @Twobarpsi

    Ай бұрын

    Markus has a great channel!

  • @M2BzombieBait
    @M2BzombieBaitАй бұрын

    You two are a breath of fresh air. Thanks for caring enough about people you've never met to want to include us in on your art adventures and the lessons in film and video you've learned along the way. It's educational, inspirational and authentic.

  • @benhizzle
    @benhizzleАй бұрын

    I know what you mean Markus. A couple of years ago i lost my Mom and Dad just a couple of weeks apart. They were married for 64 yrs and had four children. When my siblings and i were looking through their photos we discovered over 4,000 photos. There were lots of photos of them when they were kids with their families as well. Not once did my siblings and i mention the quality of the photos, we just had a day of good laughs, good cries, and good stories and memories. I Love You Mom & Dad.

  • @_HMCB_

    @_HMCB_

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing that. ❤

  • @TheyCallMeJesse
    @TheyCallMeJesseАй бұрын

    Markus, the jury has found you guilty! Guilty of being a tremendous inspiration to people. Guilty of telling it like it is. Guilty of being sincere. Guility of giving advice that people can actually take with them. You Sir are an inspiration to us all. Never mind the Anthony Robbins of the world. Never mind these gurus who promise you the world but never deliver. Markus, I would rather listen to you and the advice you offer everyday of the week, and twice on Sunday. Thank you for putting the time and effort into these amazing videos. Thank you.

  • @StevesVideoExperience
    @StevesVideoExperienceАй бұрын

    Not only do you show us cameras. You show us what life should be about. Thank you.

  • @NEED_Nn
    @NEED_NnАй бұрын

    WE NEED TO PROTECT THESE TWO AT ALL COSTT!!!!

  • @OldCatDude

    @OldCatDude

    Ай бұрын

    Absolutely!

  • @Voldein

    @Voldein

    Ай бұрын

    real, they are such lovely people

  • @s.chaubey8098

    @s.chaubey8098

    15 күн бұрын

    Decidedly, sir.

  • @thaifold
    @thaifoldАй бұрын

    I love the way you love eachother. That amazing spark. So great!

  • @omryjs
    @omryjsАй бұрын

    Agree. Totally. When my wife had our firstborn I decided to buy an APS-C camera(that's what I can afford) so 20 years from now she'll have GOOD photos of herself and not washed up blurred photos from a phone. Nowadays when I take our photos to be printed at the local photo printer the manager NOTICES and remarks how good they look and I'm still using the kit lens. Photos are memories framed in time and we save them so they'll won't be lost.

  • @raulal00

    @raulal00

    Ай бұрын

    yup, same here, babies changes it all 😂

  • @warrenkawamoto8660
    @warrenkawamoto8660Ай бұрын

    This is the most meaningful video you've ever made!

  • @mattcero1
    @mattcero1Ай бұрын

    Markus, you wake up and go to sleep feelin' funky! COME ON MAN!

  • @geraldpolymath
    @geraldpolymathАй бұрын

    Great couple.....hopefully, there are a lot of young people watching..We need to bring back some of the past.

  • @GilesArt
    @GilesArtАй бұрын

    Cara is stunning and your photography is amazing, but I feel that your friendship is what amplifies both of these things to be at their best. Love you both!

  • @eric.ross.art1
    @eric.ross.art1Ай бұрын

    LOL. Any time you mention how much you hate painting, I laugh. Simply because you're SO DAMN good at it. I love your channel.

  • @rebeccaspratling2865
    @rebeccaspratling2865Ай бұрын

    Cara is breathtaking but Markus is a true artist. The outfits and poses are phenomenal. Cara is a natural model. 😍

  • @MarkusPix

    @MarkusPix

    Ай бұрын

    🙏❤

  • @gregoryeditor6500
    @gregoryeditor6500Ай бұрын

    You are so lucky to have Cara. For 11+ mintues you took my mind off or my right knee pain. I have lost interest in recording because of my arthritis in my neck and knees. Soon I will have a right total knee arthoplasty which will put me in KZread hibernation for somtime. I need your prayers. Thank you Markus 225 likes now

  • @cara7356

    @cara7356

    Ай бұрын

    Many blessings to you and great health going forward💚💙💜

  • @gregoryeditor6500

    @gregoryeditor6500

    Ай бұрын

    @@cara7356 Thank you very much Cara.

  • @amog1919
    @amog1919Ай бұрын

    Sweet couple, sweet presentation of how we should use photography to enrich our lives.

  • @sibertiger17
    @sibertiger17Ай бұрын

    Can't agree more. Life is fast and too short. If it weren't for photography we would forget so many of the things we've done and experienced. I think you need a bag boy to carry all your stuff so you don't scramble so much while Cara watches you work! I'm free anytime ;) Definately envious of all the places you've gone....man I'd love to see all those destinations...

  • @dermdoclaura
    @dermdoclauraАй бұрын

    Love this! What a great way to honor your marriage and each other.

  • @jeremyperezdiaz
    @jeremyperezdiazАй бұрын

    Thx Markus and Cara for sharing this with us. Love it

  • @RafaelOrtizPhotography
    @RafaelOrtizPhotographyАй бұрын

    The best thing about a picture is the story behind it

  • @maltesefalconstealthcamper
    @maltesefalconstealthcamperАй бұрын

    Nice Footage and Pics Markus! You are a true Artist. Doesn't Hurt to have such a beautiful Model. Thank you.

  • @frqncypro2120
    @frqncypro2120Ай бұрын

    Wow Marcus and Cara, I have watched so many of your videos, and I think this is probably your best so far. Its real and from the heart, and the love you guys have for each other really tangible. Let me also add that one of the reasons I follow your channel is because you manage to capture images that would feature in any high fashion glossy magazine, and you do it with equipment that most photographers would dismiss. Thank you for just walking your life journey, and honestly for letting us share moments of it alongside both of you. I look forward to learning many more interesting photography/videography and lighting tips and also seeing what further adventures you take us on. Thank You!

  • @_HMCB_
    @_HMCB_Ай бұрын

    I love you two. Cherish every day you have together. It’s pretty special.

  • @ChoppersModelworks
    @ChoppersModelworksАй бұрын

    Having pictures of moments are indeed underrated. It was only after my dog Buddy that i was fortunate to care for in his last 10 of maybe 16-18 years of his life pass this easter that i printed off four pictures of him. With these four pictures capturing him at play and happy I can remember him during his happies rather then that last hours of his life. Without them i would be even more of a wreck.

  • @ruthann8111
    @ruthann8111Ай бұрын

    Enjoyed this with ALL the photos, tips, and understanding both your passion! Thanks Markus and Cara!

  • @gregsteelephotography9659
    @gregsteelephotography965924 күн бұрын

    In any endeavor, the job is not complete until the paperwork is done. In photography, that is the print. Now I'm looking for my matte paper and ink up the beasty! Thank you Markus and Cara for all you do.

  • @brownboy6844
    @brownboy6844Ай бұрын

    you guys are the epitomy of passion and Cara just keeps getting more beautiful..

  • @kenrickhadley4499
    @kenrickhadley4499Ай бұрын

    Markus, Cara you guys were in St. Lucia. When you were there, if you looked across the water you would see the other island of St.Vincent. That is where i was born. It did belong to Great Britain, but i believe they are now self governing. I just love you guys, i love hearing you talk about nothing. God i love these two. Every time i listen to you guys talk, i feel like i am a part of your fantastic world.

  • @witcheater
    @witcheaterАй бұрын

    🌺🌻🌺 I am truly happy for the two of you having the two of you. Love and light :)

  • @johncooper9746
    @johncooper9746Ай бұрын

    We photograph what we love. Its pretty obvious what it is that makes your life. Love the channel.

  • @rickymcc8624
    @rickymcc8624Ай бұрын

    Well done Markus. You have made some amazing images of mostly Cara, and occasionally both of you in some lovely scenic locations. It helps that Cara looks fabulous - probably age defying. Costumes mostly look fantastic too. Great eye.

  • @antoniobriciomoreno7190
    @antoniobriciomoreno7190Ай бұрын

    Is amazing how Markus enjoy his job. Tks for share.

  • @aengusmacnaughton1375
    @aengusmacnaughton1375Ай бұрын

    Markus (and Cara) -- thank you for sharing your passion and talent with all of us -- *AND* your reviews/tips/tricks (and giveaways!) -- you guys obviously enjoy each other and your photography a lot -- thank you for not hiding your light!

  • @frits1463
    @frits1463Ай бұрын

    Every photo has the same lady... You'r in love Markus 😘

  • @FNQBrad
    @FNQBradАй бұрын

    Markus and Cara. Beautiful souls.

  • @brianhall8585
    @brianhall8585Ай бұрын

    Marcus you are way above almost all other youtubers. You clearly have no need to do this but thank you.

  • @nikolailebedev6173
    @nikolailebedev6173Ай бұрын

    That is really glorious! Thank you very much! ❤🎉

  • @andresalgadomarques
    @andresalgadomarquesАй бұрын

    Keep going on beautiful trips and enjoying yourselves. Sharing the most special moments with your loved ones is what life is about.

  • @DariusOutdoors
    @DariusOutdoorsАй бұрын

    Great message! Not many people had cameras where I was born so I am incredibly lucky to have a German uncle who visited us with his new cameras once in a while. He took pictures and video. I have video of myself at just 2 years old from the 80s living in the middle of nowhere in Poland. No way I could have remembered any of that without video. But here I see it with my own eyes today. It's something else!

  • @nicedward7544
    @nicedward7544Ай бұрын

    0:26 I love the flight attendant Cara lol

  • @Zeebo_Rowte
    @Zeebo_RowteАй бұрын

    You two have restored both my passion for photography, as well as my faith in monogamy, I'm so glad I found your channel, thank you so much for doing what you do.

  • @biohazardKandiKid
    @biohazardKandiKidАй бұрын

    You rock Markus your the one of the many people keeping photography alive and well thanks you so much I am thinking about doing that you have done in this video but for other people selling them on a canvas thanks so much Markus your a great deal of help stay fresh both of you.

  • @barkyvonschnauzer2188
    @barkyvonschnauzer2188Ай бұрын

    Very nice! Love it. Watching you has made me a better photographer and person. My wife and I have captured some awesome memories. Keep teaching. I, we LOVE it. ❤

  • @EXTEZZEE
    @EXTEZZEEАй бұрын

    I LOVE THIS VIDEO. Photography for me has always been about memories of my loved ones. My 5 sons, 2 stepchildren, their mother, my dogs. Thank you for sharing your memories and love of your life, Markus.

  • @donsouthwick5191
    @donsouthwick5191Ай бұрын

    As always, I'm inspired by (both of you) in your words and images. Photography has the power to span the years that separate generations, initiating conversations that might otherwise never happen. Thanks for the reminder to decorate our walls with memories, and to always have a photo album handy at gatherings. In the course of our busy and distracting lives we sometimes struggle to have a meaningful conversation with older or younger loved ones. Having photographs as something in common never fails and conversation becomes interesting, even stimulating. 😊

  • @ramonrios4716
    @ramonrios47167 күн бұрын

    Totally agree Mark .... awesome ..!!! Be the Angels bless you both.

  • @kenwilcox5418
    @kenwilcox5418Ай бұрын

    You did the right thing. I think they are fantastic. You guys did a fabulous job of letting us in on this journey.

  • @anthonyallen9135
    @anthonyallen9135Ай бұрын

    I agree. My cameras are only a canon 1100D and the one before it . Neither now work - but when they were my ex wife ,whom wanted me to quit photography and my kids always complained at me taking my camera everywhere.I am 68 and have tolerated ridiculous comments for years.

  • @David2222
    @David2222Ай бұрын

    Very besuty full. Good stuff, always

  • @raywatts7689
    @raywatts7689Ай бұрын

    Bloody hell Marcus your final words brought tears to my eyes. I love you guys, you are brilliant. Thank you.

  • @CJA934
    @CJA934Ай бұрын

    Love this! You've got such a talent for making content that's both entertaining and inspirational. Thank you! 👏😊

  • @DoughboyGod
    @DoughboyGodАй бұрын

    🏎🏎🏎🏎🏎🏎

  • @RealpeopleStudio
    @RealpeopleStudioАй бұрын

    thank you for reminding what's all about. memories

  • @DougFresh
    @DougFreshАй бұрын

    What an awesome display , I like it!!

  • @digialityproductions793
    @digialityproductions793Ай бұрын

    That was an awesome opening. How fun.

  • @fabrjan
    @fabrjanАй бұрын

    What can I say... Thank you for sharing such good memories

  • @ThePhotographyHobbyist
    @ThePhotographyHobbyistАй бұрын

    It's good to see someone enjoying what they do AND being really good at it. I appreciate your passion.

  • @JohnDoe-ws5iv
    @JohnDoe-ws5ivАй бұрын

    This is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!!

  • @JamesArthurRyall
    @JamesArthurRyallАй бұрын

    I love you two, you are both awesome people. I enjoy very much seeing and listening to your information and life. We are here on this earth for such a short time and should enjoy as much in life and memories for our future.

  • @rikkiekhrist6823
    @rikkiekhrist6823Ай бұрын

    love this, in this digital age i think print is more powerful than ever. as you said people take pictures all the time and almost never look back through them. even then looking at a huge print on the wall is an entirely different experience. i think it forces you to respect the art more and give it your full attention. loving this kind of content from you

  • @joepowers3731
    @joepowers3731Ай бұрын

    You two ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @portraitsanywhere
    @portraitsanywhereАй бұрын

    You two are incredible!!! Thank you for all the education and inspiration. My wife is shy so I won't share online but I LOVE shooting her because to me she is the most beautiful woman in the world and Love having the prints. Most images I took were with my Olympus micro four thirds but love them because they are of the woman I love the most.

  • @photo818
    @photo818Ай бұрын

    Wow what an amazing video! I’m old school and started my photography back in the early 80s where printing photos was part of the passion. Fast forward to present time and with digital and mirrorless systems I still print photos for my portfolio and for framed prints on my wall, it is a lost art as Cara states that I refuse to let go. I enjoy seeing my photos as I sit and wait for memory cards to upload or simply taking a break from editing, it certainly takes me back and feel blessed to have created those memories that now live on my walls

  • @webinatic216
    @webinatic216Ай бұрын

    I bought a mini dvd camcorder and it's fun to watch something on physical media. Feels real. Phones has removed the real feeling of being there. The small shakes, the overexposed sky and direct audio makes feel good memories.

  • @consciouscoma85
    @consciouscoma85Ай бұрын

    as an artist my self i am stimulated by a cool visual image. when i see your photos my reaction is WOW. how clear and color saturated and what great effects you achieved . THEY ROCK!🤘As far as the moments, those were your personal experiences.

  • @RobertAustralia
    @RobertAustraliaАй бұрын

    You kind folks, speak my language ~ In The Moment, Photography... 👍😎📸

  • @KathleenGallafraigh
    @KathleenGallafraighАй бұрын

    Beautiful! I have so many photos that are memory art like these. Sorting through them will take a long time, but that process is also extremely enjoyable. One thing I do every year is present my children with a book of photos of them from that year. It's about 20 pages, and they each get their own copy with a note from me in the front talking about the memories inside, how they are such a delight, and my dreams for their abundant futures.

  • @Camax111
    @Camax11119 күн бұрын

    Hell yeah, memories. That's what it's all about. A portal for you and your loved ones to visit a place and time that never will be the same again. Loved the video thanks for the inspiration

  • @thoralder4963
    @thoralder4963Ай бұрын

    Following you for years, hopefully one day will have the chance to meet, you are very blessed and fortunate that you were able to find each other, 60 years later, I am still looking, but I still haven’t given up hope. Fellow, bio, hacker, and passionate what life can still bring. Alles Gut Thor

  • @GaryGreenway
    @GaryGreenwayАй бұрын

    A trigger for a memory says it so well.

  • @hayabusaTravels
    @hayabusaTravelsАй бұрын

    Man, after each long distance motorcycle travel with my wife, I also print a number of X pictures taken from the trip. Looking at them after a while is such a motivation to work more and go in more and more travels. Specially when live simply gets hard for whatever reason! But we live in a 3 rooms apartment though so I must content to having an A4 size album.

  • @sbcwinn
    @sbcwinnАй бұрын

    Its so nice to hear from Cara! I love your channe4l and kind of feel part of the family! LOL.

  • @carlosgambetta6909
    @carlosgambetta6909Ай бұрын

    Vielen Dank Markus für die riesige Inspiration in jeder deiner Clips . Ehrlich gesagt dieses letzte Video ist absolut outstanding , da steckt so viel gute Energie dahinter und vor allem mit so viele gute Tips fürs Leben .... Danke herzlichst ! LG aus Peru

  • @tptrsn
    @tptrsnАй бұрын

    Huge props to Cara for staying so damn shredded all the time! I sure can't do it. Lol

  • @jordanbellotti109
    @jordanbellotti109Ай бұрын

    You're a great guy, Markus. 👍🏻

  • @Citizen_one
    @Citizen_oneАй бұрын

    I don't comment often on videos, but this felt like the right time. Thank you for your videos. Thank you both for the work and positive vibes. God bless you guys.

  • @acpirola
    @acpirolaАй бұрын

    Just AWESOME!!!

  • @carlmazziotti221
    @carlmazziotti221Ай бұрын

    You both are an inspiration. Thank you for continually sharing your journey.

  • @billthetraveler51
    @billthetraveler51Ай бұрын

    You are an amazing couple. I always start your videos with the like button.

  • @MarSmiles
    @MarSmilesАй бұрын

    What an inspiration to get some photos off my phone and onto my walls. Thank You Markus!!

  • @aaronwlkr
    @aaronwlkrАй бұрын

    Great video! Thanks for sharing your moments with us.

  • @infiveg
    @infivegАй бұрын

    Около 40 лет назад, когда я узнал о мире фотографии, кто-то сказал мне - Лучшая фотография та, которая сделана неожиданно. Без подготовки модели и позирования. И глядя на ваши фотографии я понимаю, что вы вспоминаете когда смотрите на неё. Думаю это процесс фотосессии, а не жизни. Что ж ничего не имею против. возможно для вас фотосессия это жизнь. Но всё-таки это постановочные кадры.

  • @WorldMoneyWins
    @WorldMoneyWinsАй бұрын

    Thanks for doing this one Markus! I've been excited since you mentioned that you were going to make it. :-) Love the note at the end! ❤

  • @Gabrielwilkinson
    @GabrielwilkinsonАй бұрын

    It’s inspiring to see and hear the passion. Your channel is a breath of fresh air for PhotoTube. Thank you guys!

  • @photosbyjosef
    @photosbyjosefАй бұрын

    What a great video really gave us a flavor for what the two of you are like as a couple and as individuals. I love this and I love the way you love each other.You got me smiling big.

  • @carsandconcerts
    @carsandconcertsАй бұрын

    You are amazing couple an inspiration to everyone!

  • @Ali.al0sh
    @Ali.al0shАй бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this thank you for inspiring me , I love you both ❤❤❤

  • @DennisF252
    @DennisF252Ай бұрын

    Brilliant! Keep on livin da dweam ;-)

  • @DarkTrapStudio
    @DarkTrapStudioАй бұрын

    If find Cara beauty irrestitible, Im so glad she is with wonderful Human like you and that her kindness follow her beauty. You both are great !

  • @joopvervaart
    @joopvervaartАй бұрын

    I love you both so much, you are great, Making video's about photography in such a wonderful way, You transmit your love for your art so well. Thank you so much, I know this sounds cheesy but you really touched me with this one......thank you both very much

  • @stevelandphotography
    @stevelandphotographyАй бұрын

    Perfect way to describe it. I print some as well and hang them on a shower line stainless cable from Ikea with little clips and change them out each month or so so we can see the images every day. Love your work and your passion together!

  • @anthonyallen9135
    @anthonyallen9135Ай бұрын

    So funny...thankyou. WHAT A WOMAN!

  • @DeserTech
    @DeserTechАй бұрын

    What a great video! Thanks for the glimpse into the inner workings of your life together.

  • @michaelgrijak8623
    @michaelgrijak8623Ай бұрын

    Your channel is very helpful and informative. It's amazing that as busy as you are out shooting, that you even find the time to do these videos for our learning. Thank you for everything that you do for us. It's really appreciated.

  • @miket64
    @miket64Ай бұрын

    Guys, you are so inspiring; please know that what you share is deeply appreciated-it really makes a difference to me.

  • @Fer-by6pg
    @Fer-by6pgАй бұрын

    Very well put. Thank you for reminder Markus

  • @TheAngryArchieShow
    @TheAngryArchieShowАй бұрын

    You're work is truly amazing! No cell phone in existence (as far as my concern) compares to a dslr or mirrorless camera. I am so glad I found you, and a few others to learn from here on KZread! ❤

  • @life_in_gen
    @life_in_genАй бұрын

    Make no mistake, Markus channel may look luxurious which it can be. An average joe can relate to all his advises and his knowledge. Thank you for sharing your passion!

  • @ImageMaven
    @ImageMavenАй бұрын

    I absolutely love this Markus and Cara! You're a breath of fresh authentic air in this sea of mediocre photography gear review and videos that pollute KZread. (And I'm probably guilty of adding to the garbage out there.)

  • @MarkusPix

    @MarkusPix

    Ай бұрын

  • @mattcero1
    @mattcero1Ай бұрын

    2:25 "I'm very modest." Whuuuuhh?