5 TIPS That INSTANTLY IMPROVED My Landscape PHOTOGRAPHY

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In this week’s episode, we discuss 5 tips that instantly improved my landscape photography. I was recently asked what the most important thing I've learned in landscape photography was, and needless to say this question had me puzzled as to the best way to answer. I originally came up with a list of 11 photo tips, but after much thought, I ultimately ended up selecting the 5 that made the greatest impact on my photography.

In this video, I review the 5 photo tips that made the most significant improvement on my landscape photography. Perhaps my favorite part about these 5 tips is that as soon as I began implementing them into my photography workflow the improvement was immediate. My hope is that you'll be able to pick up at least one tip from this video that you'll be able to apply to your photography and instantly see an improvement the same as I did.

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-Mark D.

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[janreed]

I don't recall in which video you mentioned this, but you said that you wanted to spend your money on traveling to beautiful places (and not take pictures in your hometown). I'd love to see you do a video about how to find beautiful things to photograph in your hometown. Maybe it would be more cityscapes or parks or whatever, but it would really open things up for part-time photographers who can't fly off to somewhere exciting every few weeks or months! Plus it would be a topic I've never seen covered on YouTube.

[bikegofast]

Getting goosebumps knowing that this moment will never happen again. Makes me both addicted and fascinated by photography.

[bretthaddock]

When I get asked about my pictures, I am always telling people it's all about the waiting. I completely agree with your tip about shooting through the event. The worst is looking at the rear view mirror in the car and seeing the shot you didn't wait for. Great video again.👍

[denniswoods]

Absolutely spot on with this video. One of my very favorite photos was taken at the Maroon Bells near Aspen CO. I got there early and got some really nice shots just before and as the sun's rays hit the very tip of the peaks. However, not too long after that most of the other photographers left. I stayed a while longer and before too long, the wind stopped and the lake became as smooth as glass. I got a fantastic shot of the mountain reflected perfectly on the lake. Those other photographers that left - they missed it. I've never forgotten that lesson.

[stuartbarlow]

Great video again Mark. You have such a pleasant "bedside manner", I love listening to what you have to say. Thank you.

[dp]

Well done. #5 I think is the most important. Never forget, this is supposed to be fun. I love to do landscape photography and I like to fish. I tell everyone, even if I don't get a great photo or fail to catch a fish it was still a great experience, in the grand scheme of things, It really was never about captureing a photo or a fish. It was about enjoying the time spent. Thanks for the video.

[natalieclement]

Hey Mark, I agree with all positive comments I read on YT; you really do have a great ease of teaching what you've learned along the way, and your humility and modesty are endearing. But I want to say a huge thank you for giving so FREELY of yourself and your time. I would lay down a LOT of coin to learn everything that you give away so generously. If ever you are in the Canadian Rockies, I will gladly sign up for ANY and ALL workshops you might be willing to give, no matter the price. Your lessons are invaluable, man! Thank you from a big fan in Canada!

[NetGawker]

Ever since I stumbled upon your channel, without being weird, I've been in love. You truly love what you do, don't pump bs gear reviews, and talk about subjects that actually matter. Please don't change.

[eileenconragan]

Mark, Your video reinforces and summarizes my recent experiences. I made a commitment to get out more and so I have been going out before and after work to various spots to shoot. And each time I learn a lesson - and the points you discuss are all right on. It is humbling. And the way to really understand is to go out and shoot. I drove to a site today, 30-35 minutes before sunrise thinking that I was all together but started cursing in the car when I saw the most brilliant color in the sky and I still had a few miles to go! I'd say allowing enough time to get to your destination keeps anxiety down, keep extra clothes in the car, snacks, water etc. I cant shoot when I am hungry! Patience is HUGE! Great video - Thank you.

[TonyGouge]

All great points! Too many times I've gotten images that I would have never had if I had gotten to a site later, or left early. Patience, appreciating the scene, and being open to different compositions are all keys to capturing keepers.

[BaileyN]

I found Tip #2 really helped me out a lot in recent years. Beside what you've mentioned in the video, sometime the preparation help you discover a location or a spot that creates a different composition that most people don't know about. Also, I found Instagram is very helpful to find out what a location is like in the last couple of days, a lot time before I'm heading to a location I want to know if the trail is accessible or if a lake is still frozen, etc., checking images on Instagram based on location tag really helps out here. Love your videos btw, binge watched a lot of them :D

[TheMrSohe]

I have been taking landscape photography serious for about a year now and last sunday was the first time I shot like you describe in this video and it did indeed get me my best photo's so far! Listening to your 5th point put a smile on my face because it is so true. I stood on top of a dune for 2 hours watching the clouds and landscape change color and the sun set, with nothing but how great the picture was going to be on my mind. Best feeling ever. reminded me why I love photography.

[AFImages]

Mark, totally agree with Tip 1, shooting through the event is also great to slow you down a bit so that you can appreciate the beauty of the event in reality and not just through the lens👍

[paulm]

Useful and concise post, summarizes key points you’ve mentioned in prior vids. Doctor Mark’s Miracle Mantra for Guaranteed Meditative Bliss — good pics, too.😃 All adds up to confidence, but would add caveat to also expect the unexpected. Great premise about knowing your gear — when it’s part of you then anxiety fades. Sony cams not good enough for vids, eh? Sounds like a first step to a switch to Fuji — start with home vids, then see how it goes for venues. Video camera, lights — quiet on the set, then new wardrobe and perhaps makeup? Ready for a close-up.

[CutUpDiabeticWeasel]

Yet another awesome video, Mark. Cheers for the advice mate. Appreciate it.

[stormypeepai]

I always absorb so much value from your talks. I truly appreciate what you do. Thank you for the knowledge you are sharing. Keep it going!

[brucepritchett]

Great Video Mark.. ... I like your five Tips especially arriving at Location extra early and staying till the very end Light can change in minutes and moments can be lost. It has been a couple of years ago photographing Sea Scapes in San Diego ... that I left early after a Sunset that was not very promising and within 15 min the Sky Exploded in Color. That was a lesson I will not soon forget. I liked what you said about enjoying the moment and the Beauty and not getting to caught up on the Image itself.
I think you will enjoy the Fuji xt3 ...I purchased mine last year and love it is Amazing Video and Stills Camera

[holyfool]

Your videos are always personalised....Thank you.

[MikeMatsuno]

Yesterday I somehow found your video on YouTube, you are probably right, YouTube must be promoting you more after your 10, 000 subscribers. I have been working on trying to set up a channel based on life in Japan. But I ended up watching your videos and just binged leaving your channel on the entire afternoon and would do some work and would start listening closely when I heard you say something interesting (which was quite often). This morning I turned on your channel again and continued watching. I really like your sincere, honest and straightforward approach. Your true self shows through as a very good and honest person. Thank you very much! I will continue to watch your channel. Best of luck with the big move to full-time! Your background set up of your office is really neat and well organized! And I like your Yoda from the first set up! I am a Yoda fan also. :)

[dr.johnandyvonnewagner]

Mark, I recently got back into photography. I have been discovering gems along the way that I would never have seen and photographed had I not been walking around the area I had planned to shoot. For example, the other day I went to shoot the Lynnhaven House in Virginia Beach, VA. An old historical house built in 1725. There was a boardwalk path through a section of woods on the property that led to another path that was SO full of color (fall) that I came back at another time just before sunset to capture the light. Same composition but beautifully different lighting! Thanks for the video. I'm learning a lot. I really appreciate your sharing the shots from your own work to illustrate your points.