The One Trick to Instantly Improve Your Composition

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  • čas přidán 16. 12. 2022
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  • @FaizalWestcott
    @FaizalWestcott  Před rokem +12

    The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: skl.sh/faizalwestcott12221

  • @colebailey
    @colebailey Před rokem +548

    I started doing photography about two years ago, I thought that at some point I’ll be far past this chapter and I wanted to document this moment in my life. Now I’m sixteen still shooting and my photos have changed so much but I don’t really know what I changed about my photos they just got way better. From shooting double wides and walks down the train tracks to under highway bridges and lakes we don’t have permission to swim in. My photos have told a story that I’m glad I took the time to take, edit and enjoy. Your work has 100% helped me with my work. You changed the way I approached work thank you for that! Love your channel!

    • @siddhantmogaveera
      @siddhantmogaveera Před rokem +13

      Keep at it dude! I wish I had discovered photography at your age, I'm 24 and started doing photography about a year ago

    • @ChrisJaydenBeats
      @ChrisJaydenBeats Před rokem +9

      Ditto, reaching 30 soon. Wish I started sooner. Keep at it!

    • @dannecarlos222
      @dannecarlos222 Před rokem +1

      u subbed to ur channel man good stuff

    • @FaizalWestcott
      @FaizalWestcott  Před rokem +7

      Loved seeing this. Keep it up Cole!

    • @Nitidus
      @Nitidus Před rokem +1

      It's good to reflect on what you're doing. If you feel like you've progressed very much, try to look at channels like Alec Soth's for advice and direction on the highest level of photography. At some point, you need to be aware of what exactly you did to improve further. But you've got more than enough time to deal with that. Also, never stop practicing the basics. After 10 years of playing basketball, I still practiced layups at every single training session.

  • @JokiW
    @JokiW Před rokem +230

    The photography channel that is actually about photography, something rare on youtube, thank you so much Faizal. This was beautiful and humble. 💙

    • @nvrumi
      @nvrumi Před 9 měsíci

      The YT algorithm picked the Westcott channel for me. This was one time I appreciate the algorithm. The laid back approach to teaching is very good. The images are gorgeous and give me something to think about.

  • @AYDENVESCIO
    @AYDENVESCIO Před rokem +90

    Adding foreground elements is one thing I’ve realised I struggle with most in my photography videos. Yet it’s probably the most important rule to create depth and interesting images.

  • @fariyalajrad5505
    @fariyalajrad5505 Před 9 měsíci +8

    i usually skip parts of videos or speed em up because of my dwindling attention span but faizal, ur videos are just one of the few ones that i love to savour, examining each bit and detail - u own my atttention thru out the entirety of the duration. appreciate the effort u put in to ur videos and photography

  • @fingerprinz
    @fingerprinz Před rokem +19

    Not only is your image making impeccable, but your video skills are just top notch. Thank you for taking the time - highly appreciated.

  • @JanPBtest
    @JanPBtest Před rokem +67

    One rather (admittedly) technical trick that has been used by film directors world over for decades is that little filter you see hanging around their necks on a string. It's usually a dark green filter, sometimes dark sepia, depending on preference, with a narrow spectrum. What that filter does is it _draws almost all colour away_ from the scene. So it becomes almost monochromatic. This _vastly_ improves one's sense of composition. I noticed it myself when in the 1990s I switched to a colour viewfinder in my video camera. The quality of my footage suffered immediately and hugely, much to my surprise. Some digital cameras today have a B&W viewfinder mode, I recommend using it.

    • @DennisVrolijk
      @DennisVrolijk Před rokem

      Do you mean a directors viewfinder?

    • @JanPBtest
      @JanPBtest Před rokem

      @@DennisVrolijk No, it's just a filter. Of course it can be put on the viewfinder too.

    • @aquilifergroup
      @aquilifergroup Před rokem

      Interesting.

    • @smigglesmiggles614
      @smigglesmiggles614 Před rokem

      Which directors do this? I’ve never seen it and I’m really curious!

    • @JanPBtest
      @JanPBtest Před rokem +1

      @@smigglesmiggles614 From the top of my head I've seen Fellini and Tarkovsky with those little things (just to make clear: they are _not_ director's viewfinders, like the Alan Gordon). For still photography I sometimes use the Tiffen #58 filter (green).

  • @leeraxd
    @leeraxd Před rokem +7

    I love Faizal’s channel because it’s not exactly geared towards professional photographers (there’s tons of those out there it’s saturated on yt) but rather on the creative aspect of an enthusiast. These types of videos may seem basic to a pro, but are fun tips for those who still have fun with a camera and aren’t necessarily just taking stoic pics for money.

  • @RolandKaufmann
    @RolandKaufmann Před rokem +40

    This was super helpful to see how you go about adding layers! I love using elements in a scene to frame subjects. When it works out it’s so rewarding.

  • @sketchwithmich
    @sketchwithmich Před rokem +1

    just found out your channel yesterday i think(?) and i just enjoy watching your videos so much and they are really helpful, so thank you!

  • @jocelynlm
    @jocelynlm Před rokem +14

    As a newbie experimenting with street photography, this video is so so helpful! Thank you for sharing different ways of observing and seeing! Will definitely practice using the environment as a foreground.

  • @annieragot3573
    @annieragot3573 Před rokem +7

    Thank you so much for sharing this tip! It’s something that I unconsciously do, but not always. I sometimes wonder why a good photo will feel like it’s still missing something, and THIS is literally the solution most of the time.
    So, the past 2 days, I’ve started doing this consciously and it has made an incredible difference in the simplest of images. Thank you!

  • @JJSanvictores
    @JJSanvictores Před rokem +1

    I really appreciate the tone and how calm your voice is when explaining things ! Deserved a sub!

  • @photomorti
    @photomorti Před rokem +3

    These videos are allways so calming. The photos , the music , the B-roll footage it just works so well. Great tips aswell , ive learned a lot from this channel.

  • @curt300s
    @curt300s Před rokem +1

    ABSOLUTELY brilliant. You have take your work to a higher level, and you share your process so humbly and thoughtfully. Well done. WELL DONE!

  • @grants1736
    @grants1736 Před rokem +1

    This video has become very helpful. I have started photography ever since 5th grade to become very interested in fashion, but currently now, this year i'm starting to taking more street photographs. Composition has always been my favorite tool in this video because it helped me with some brainstorming ideas and refreshing my own thoughts. You are a very good photographer hope to see more photos soon! Thank you!

  • @EposVox
    @EposVox Před rokem

    I love this so much

  • @khj6313
    @khj6313 Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you, Faizal!

  • @alihancaglar74
    @alihancaglar74 Před 6 měsíci

    Fantastic tips! Great work Faizal.

  • @rob.youtube
    @rob.youtube Před rokem

    I came across your street photography videos randomly. I gotta say, I am very intrigued about street photography now. I am a portrait & event photographer. Watching your videos has given me an interest to just go on a photo walk. Thank you so much! This video in particular really helps since I cannot control the subjects like I am used to doing. Thank you for doing what you do.

  • @movedmindpoRUSZonyUMYS
    @movedmindpoRUSZonyUMYS Před rokem +5

    Love your videos! They are EXTREMELY well made and always emanate this very welcoming feel to them which make each new vid from you a must-see. They also inspire the hell out of me when it comes to training my photography skills so thank you for that 💛💜
    Oh, and merry Christmas, obviously :)

  • @TimKeh
    @TimKeh Před rokem

    YES. Started doing this recently and it makes a huge difference to the look and feel of a photo, even a casual iPhone snap.

  • @philoography8233
    @philoography8233 Před rokem +1

    Goddammit Faizal, in the recent time you seem to have such an amazing streak with your creative output. The photographs really have your handwriting and in the last weeks I have just been watching your content, gazing at the excellence of your work. Us artists all know there are highs and lows when it comes to creativity and you definitely outdo yourself at the moment. Those times are the ones lighting up our passion. They should be enjoyed and appreciated.

  • @edusk8pwr
    @edusk8pwr Před rokem

    Dude, you are so inspirational, the way you feel and express photography is amazing.

  • @robertbreining
    @robertbreining Před rokem +2

    Thank you for sharing Faizal. I really love the work you create. Not much of a street photographer myself, but your tips can surely be used also in other situations than street! Will see if I can elevate my images with such techniques. Cheers!

  • @gdbriggs4
    @gdbriggs4 Před rokem +5

    This is a great explanation of a technique Saul Leiter used in much of his work (apologies if that’s already been mentioned). Very informative, thank you.

  • @arenalsurferphoto
    @arenalsurferphoto Před rokem

    video with magic!!! congrats...

  • @cowjuh
    @cowjuh Před rokem

    wow i love the way you phrased it, using the environment as the foreground.

  • @carvera9496
    @carvera9496 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for your true & insightful advice. Extremely helpful. Thank you.

  • @Crosado777
    @Crosado777 Před 3 měsíci

    I’ve watched many videos on composition and this was the most helpful & inspirational!

  •  Před rokem

    I really love the way you've shared and the photos you took. fascinating!!!

  • @patrickbarks997
    @patrickbarks997 Před 7 měsíci

    I love this, stunning photos!

  • @rudyvelez1741
    @rudyvelez1741 Před rokem

    …you have grown so fast as a CZcamsr,,,the way you talk is so impressive, very articulate, very descriptive,,,& the way you take pictures is simply phenomenal,,I really enjoy watching your videos,,,keep it up!!

  • @michaels2250
    @michaels2250 Před rokem

    Very inspiring and very well taught! Thank you for sharing your talent!

  • @andibrowne166
    @andibrowne166 Před rokem

    Thanks so much for the Skillshare link. Amazing!!

  • @MovingMinds.
    @MovingMinds. Před rokem

    actually one of the best videos on photography I've watched in a while, really got me excited to go out there and make new photos

  • @thomasxfrank
    @thomasxfrank Před rokem

    Amazing tips as always. So simple. So obvious. But so effective. So much progress in your photography. Lots of love.

  • @romantea3506
    @romantea3506 Před 4 měsíci

    Love your videos. Very helpful. Thank you so much. 🙏🏼

  • @collincourtois8587
    @collincourtois8587 Před rokem

    This video is absolutely remarquable. Your work is simply superb. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • @User-jekqocofowowowpeoro

    Using the foreground to create depth is an amazing tip. I’ll definitely try it in my next photo walk! Thanks for sharing great tips👍🏻

  • @therawrpie
    @therawrpie Před 7 měsíci

    This is so thoughtful, thank you!

  • @haileyjennelle
    @haileyjennelle Před rokem

    These are such good tips! thanks for sharing these!

  • @NanseySinclaire-ie9tl
    @NanseySinclaire-ie9tl Před 18 dny

    Thank you for such great insight.

  • @JKEYSONVINYL
    @JKEYSONVINYL Před rokem

    So I shoot videos to go along side my music mostly just me playing but along side some other content as well and a typical framing and compositional aspect I use is I have plants in my studio and I put the camera in them to use a couple stray leaves to peak in the edges of the frame on me and I never realized the reason I liked it is because of the depth you talked about as well as framing as they help draw attention to me and remove distracting elements

  • @lookintok
    @lookintok Před rokem +2

    Dude your video production as went from a normal CZcams standard to great quality cinematography. Love it keep it up!

  • @kdjvideo6281
    @kdjvideo6281 Před 5 měsíci

    Thanks for this video,it has inspired me to go out and try including some of your ideas into my next day out shooting

  • @adventurecoalition3690
    @adventurecoalition3690 Před 10 měsíci

    Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge, much appreciated

  • @rafeakspvd
    @rafeakspvd Před rokem

    Some of the best photos I’ve seen on your channel. Really great video 🙌🏼

  • @piaborrego9289
    @piaborrego9289 Před rokem

    Amazing pics and great Video! Thank you

  • @dylantimoff
    @dylantimoff Před rokem +1

    Hey man - I revived my love for street photography after doing it for so many years, I am getting back into it now. Thank you so much for the idea at 6:21 to incorporate elements into the shot. I used to do a lot of photography back in the day and started my street photography account last week to share my photos and learn from people.

  • @bobprentiss8215
    @bobprentiss8215 Před rokem

    This was great. Short and sweet. Thanks!

  • @mattfromyvr
    @mattfromyvr Před rokem +3

    1:28 you can just say intention :)

  • @itswrongtokillanimalsifyou2837

    Your range and taste are phenomenal!

  • @syanshih1268
    @syanshih1268 Před rokem

    haven't watched your stuff in awhile. You've improved so much since!!

  • @HunneyChan
    @HunneyChan Před rokem +1

    thank you ♥

  • @robertobreve8623
    @robertobreve8623 Před rokem

    Love seeing your videos because you actually are a good photographer.

  • @mikebrun.mp3
    @mikebrun.mp3 Před rokem

    wonderful! thanks for this

  • @gvnrchmnd
    @gvnrchmnd Před rokem

    Many of your reflection shots remind me of the great work from the late Saul Leiter. Saul was the OG of abstract reflections.

  • @helencogan2187
    @helencogan2187 Před rokem

    Thank you, Faizal…awesome video again!!

  • @jho9132
    @jho9132 Před rokem

    great tips, awesome photos! thanks

  • @julianheritage6436
    @julianheritage6436 Před rokem +1

    After a really frustrating day of street photography where I totally felt any creativity was lacking, this video has given me a boost and fresh ideas, thanks 🙏

  • @jet6477
    @jet6477 Před rokem

    Wonderful tip! Thanks!

  • @lmauro
    @lmauro Před rokem

    another great plus of watching you is that additionally to the advice, we get a chance of watching your ‘street cinematography’! great post faizal really love your latest pics and videos!

  • @baharam98
    @baharam98 Před rokem

    This is one of the best videos, helping me with my photography composition. Thank you.

  • @marleykimmitt202
    @marleykimmitt202 Před rokem

    Thank you for this reminder to look at the world in a different fresh way today 🙏

  • @LeosHimself
    @LeosHimself Před rokem

    Another great video! Thank you Faizal!

  • @Pascal15B
    @Pascal15B Před rokem

    Excellent images & great help & tips. Thank you.

  • @grjlynch
    @grjlynch Před rokem +1

    This has given me a lot to think about, thank you. I am looking forward to my X100V arriving tomorrow. I wanted something to be a totally different experiance than my ‘big’ camera (and R5) and your video has helped me to imagine how I can do that.

  • @soshiucheong
    @soshiucheong Před rokem

    This is a wonderful tutorial. My composition improved massively today. Thanks !!!

  • @jaaasminnnee
    @jaaasminnnee Před rokem

    this is so useful! thank you so much

  • @sakurave
    @sakurave Před 8 měsíci

    Thank you !

  • @he1mdall1
    @he1mdall1 Před rokem

    Great video, I think this is one of your best! Really makes you want to go out and shoot right now to get more creative with composition.

  • @atandon6003
    @atandon6003 Před rokem

    Faizal, loved everything about this video. The images and production quality of the video were tremendous. Love all the tips u have given in this video. Moving forward I am going to quickly skim through this video before I head out to shoot

  • @Apachers
    @Apachers Před rokem

    Very instructive video with some beautiful shots.
    Thank you so much!

  • @JulBritto1
    @JulBritto1 Před rokem

    Thank you, that was really helpful ❤❤

  • @ChaseBenjaminCollects

    As always, love your video! Something I will challenge myself with this week.

  • @ManyDoors777
    @ManyDoors777 Před rokem

    Beautiful photography! Nice work!!

  • @ROHITVIRDI
    @ROHITVIRDI Před rokem

    Simple and very informative. Love this! ❤️💯

  • @petratihelkova1276
    @petratihelkova1276 Před 2 měsíci

    I loved your video and your images are amazing ❤ You inspires me to go out again and take some photos

  • @DebiSenGupta
    @DebiSenGupta Před rokem

    Really loved the tip to use foreground elements to improve composition. Thanks a lot

  • @marcowaldmeier
    @marcowaldmeier Před rokem

    such great art. love your pics

  • @Raggsy_The_Wire
    @Raggsy_The_Wire Před rokem

    Thank you

  • @GarrettXPrime
    @GarrettXPrime Před rokem

    your videos and advice are always great man
    please conitinue bringing the content

  • @benjaminmitchell5345
    @benjaminmitchell5345 Před rokem

    wow that was so instructive in such a short time great work love the results

  • @thientrieu91291
    @thientrieu91291 Před rokem

    Fantastic images!!! And awesome tips! I need to get out and try these. Learned something today. Thank you so much!

  • @ruudkuiper5515
    @ruudkuiper5515 Před rokem

    Thanks Faizal, for this eye opener ❤

  • @abinavonfilm
    @abinavonfilm Před rokem

    Thank you for this video Faisal! I think I have been using this trick for some time and I think your explanation & examples has opened many more possibilities for me. Now I will be using it with more thought and intention. Thank you for these amazing videos. Love your work 🔥

  • @SumonBose
    @SumonBose Před rokem

    Always love your work, I love the photos and the presentation

  • @christianmuller2031
    @christianmuller2031 Před rokem

    Totally agree with the longer focal length! I’m Shooting for years with a 85mm.

  • @julio5prado
    @julio5prado Před rokem

    Excellent and very useful. Thanks!

  • @gharrop1
    @gharrop1 Před rokem +1

    Simple and succinct…excellent advice and good food for thought….definitely some great Saul Leiter like shots in there too.

  • @nestorscheller8733
    @nestorscheller8733 Před 11 měsíci

    Beautiful pictures. Great video

  • @jiujuntang
    @jiujuntang Před 11 měsíci

    You came up in my feed. 2 minutes in, I'm a subscriber ❤

  • @entrepblog
    @entrepblog Před rokem

    This is great video. Been waiting for you to make this one.

  • @gregpantelides1355
    @gregpantelides1355 Před rokem

    Beautiful work, Faizal!

  • @naders.171
    @naders.171 Před rokem

    Very beautiful. Thank you.

  • @KiaOrion
    @KiaOrion Před rokem

    super helpful Faizal. thank you

  • @timjamiesonphotos
    @timjamiesonphotos Před rokem +1

    You’re too good bro 🙏🏻

  • @davidpharo
    @davidpharo Před rokem

    Great advice, thank you.

  • @ejbytn
    @ejbytn Před rokem

    Man, I really love your work.