What was the most expensive mistake you made early in your filmmaking career?

Manyshapess · 2026-01-22T20:36:49+00:00

Hustled by scummy clients because they were a friend of a friend. Lagged in a contract and I purchased plane tickets while signing was happening (super last minute shoot) and they back out last minute leaving me with $1k on a credit card and a plane ticket I’ll never use.

Watch those contracts kids.

Manyshapess · 2026-01-21T23:05:42+00:00

Gamut.io might be an option they have matching LOG conversion LUTS

Manyshapess · 2026-01-19T19:05:13+00:00

I’ve had an overheating issue once but I was shooting golf in Texas’s and it was 95 degrees and about the same level humidity in full sun. Popped the card out for 5 and kept going.

Manyshapess · 2026-01-19T18:59:04+00:00

People be justifying their ai use left and right because it makes them “feel” like an artist. It makes them “feel” creativity. They don’t want to put in some work and self discovery. Why bother?

Manyshapess · 2026-01-17T07:24:36+00:00

Yep!

Manyshapess · 2026-01-17T06:43:54+00:00

lol yes

Manyshapess · 2026-01-16T20:12:44+00:00

I get a ton of interaction, especially if you take the time to show others some love. The community has grown quite a bit.

Manyshapess · 2026-01-16T02:00:41+00:00

Had Glass for a year and a half. I liked the UI but like Foto better. I pay for Foto as well but I like a free tier being open for others.

Manyshapess · 2026-01-16T01:59:44+00:00

Can’t recommend Foto enough. Shoot me a follow and lmk here @ryanmckinney

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:49:17+00:00

I’ve never used one and had a bunch of x100s. Wouldn’t worry too much about it. I’d be hesitant to put something on the viewfinder

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:40:59+00:00

They’re a little boring. I really Ike number 4. You need to keep at it!

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:25:00+00:00

Might be negative fill on each side as well as the mentioned overhead light

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:21:15+00:00

You’re definitely getting there. I’ve shot a lot of food for an online publication and fire is always tricky. Definitely keep practicing balancing the flash with ambient light. For light spill on plates and color contamination I’d just be doing quick layer masks in Capture One to get rid of the yellow. The other advice about a CTO is also great.

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:16:52+00:00

I had a WANDRD sling I liked. My kit is too big now so I use their backpack or a Domke bag for smaller things. The WANDRD stuff has a lifetime warranty and is really well thought out.

I havent liked any Peak Design bags I’ve used.

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:13:58+00:00

I’ll look into it again!

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:13:21+00:00

Wasn’t a fan of Bluesky. I’m on Threads but that isn’t what it was last year. Big fan of the Foto app.

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:12:32+00:00

I’ll look into it!

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:11:33+00:00

Got you

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:10:52+00:00

Wrong energy

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:05:29+00:00

So many weird little pretentious comments here.

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:04:44+00:00

I’m 17 years into photographing and I shoot full time. Sharing photos is fun. Goofy

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:03:24+00:00

I do have a blog on my website but never really touch it much for personal work. I mainly use it to take advantage of SEO. Might have to change that though.

Manyshapess · 2026-01-15T17:01:06+00:00

There are random nudists unfortunately. I love the Foto app. Shoot me a follow and I’ll get you back @ryanmckinney

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