by: Jason Bennett
Many years ago when I was a technical director/director for broadcast news, I was approached by a rookie videographer asking for advice. Because I worked behind the scenes back at the station and not out in the field, I had a unique perspective of the video that was being gathered.
He asked, “What is the main thing that can separate me from all other shooters?” I pondered a minute and said, “When you get to a location that you want to shoot, pick a spot, then don’t stand there!”
What did I mean? Well, it’s kinda simple really. The spot you first choose – the obvious one – is where every other shooter will choose. It is usually the place that is the most uninteresting. Work a little harder for a unique perspective. It seems trivial, but will pay off big in the long run.
These photos were taken by our son while being taught this philosophy. I think he may understand.
I have always tried to be curious, original, and unique; and abide by a single rule: See things from a place that other people can’t, don’t or won’t and you will truly have a unique perspective that can be shared with the world.
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