Anyone want to share a story when they made a mistake? Also - drop links to your photo websites/business below. I want to see your portfolios and businesses :)
@MattAzzarello
4 жыл бұрын
My first time Shooting SLog 2 was a client project. My grading looked like trash, had to resort to LUTS. Luckily it worked out, but woof Great video man! Lots of good info in this one!
@MichaelRFenton
4 жыл бұрын
Not long ago I was on the phone with a client and they asked how much it was going to cost for the project. I gave them what was meant to be a rough ballpark off the top of my head and not an exact quote. I sent a follow-up email to recap our conversation (this way I always have things in writing from phone calls 😂) I listed out the full cost and break down of rates, it totaled up to be about $600 more than my initial estimate 15 minutes earlier. They said it had already been approved by corporate and they couldn't go higher... They decided to use a corporate employee who sometimes takes photos as a hobby instead 🤦🏻♂️ Ya live and ya learn
@Jessicaaa96
4 жыл бұрын
Soo (a couple of years ago lol) a local restaurant (I’m from a tiny holiday town where everyone knows everyone) wanted one of my prints on a special beer for the summer and we kinda agreed on a price.. beers looked amazing, everyone loved the print and bought them because of the print too and I sent them the bill (which was already a rip off for me but oh well they promised to advertise my name too which they didn’t) and I hear nothing back, no money no nothing... turns out they thought I charged too much and wanted to discuss it with me when I came back from my trip to Australia... still have not been paid 🤦🏼♀️ havent updated my website in about 3 years but I’ve got some stuff on the gram @jessicaskantze
@joeandcrystalparsons
4 жыл бұрын
Being overconfident about a timeline. A couple of......weeks ago lol, I overconfidently set a deadline for today. I didnt take into account that life (and weather) happens and now I have to ask for more time. Very unprofessional on my part 😔. Love the inspiration that your videos give us!
@DekiaryCarter
4 жыл бұрын
Chris Hau my mistakes have involved not going with my gut feeling when I had a strong feeling that the client would be difficult to work with. I proceeded because I needed the money, but those have always been the worst clients. Now I'm very selective on the type of client's I work with to avoid working with the wrong personality types.
@TeppoHaapoja
4 жыл бұрын
Great to see people focusing on also the business side! Creatives need to learn so much more.
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Ahh thanks Teppo :)
@SamLucas26
4 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you said, “the first few years were rough...” Needed to hear that today. 2020 will be my fifth year as a photographer but my second year as a full time business owner and it puts in perspective to hear how other people’s, particularly successful people’s, first couple years went. Thank you 🙏🏼
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
We're all trying our best to figure it out! :)
@SamLucas26
4 жыл бұрын
Fo sho. It’s crazy to be able to do this for a living. Despite the up and down
@Califor12
4 жыл бұрын
Good luck 👍
@JHawk
4 жыл бұрын
Damn Chris love the style of this video! Need more like this, super fun and engaging, keep it up man!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
JHawk ohh thanks so much! We had a blast changing up the style for this one :)
@francescadiana
4 жыл бұрын
Same! I loved this one 🙌
@PeteBrown4
4 жыл бұрын
Man, Chris. I needed this today. Recently went into business for myself in the last year and I relate to the struggles in a big way. Feels like every day is a constant struggle. It's great to see that successful photographers made the same mistakes early on. Today was especially hard. Thanks for this.
@Jon_Ryan
4 жыл бұрын
Testing out your gear on personal projects is REALLY good tip and a mistake that I wish I avoided! Especially when doing weddings. This also gives you a chance to be more creative AND effective when you're using it for an actual client! 👌
@JJ_Hernandez
4 жыл бұрын
Chris I love the humility you have to share about all your mistakes. There’s not a lot of people who put themselves out there like that to better other people. I know I’ve personally made a couple mistakes that align with one of your points. Thank you for your authenticity!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Jesse John Hernandez I think this is how we all learn. I’m trying to be even more transparent :)
@RobWatt
4 жыл бұрын
Chris your self deprecating humor has me cracking up. thanks for the laugh! Keep your spirit fed! very best, Rob
@ToonTVDerek
4 жыл бұрын
I've obviously loved your videos for a while now but idk something about this video took you to another level for me. Everything was paced and timed perfectly! And the constant back and forth of having a camera in a weird/unique spot to someone filming you (I'm assuming Lizzie?) worked perfectly! And all your videos (especially this one) have a genuine and unique charm to them. Loved this video!
@frankagj
4 жыл бұрын
the camera movement inside the studio... just love it
@waldemarschneider5469
4 жыл бұрын
Can't believe this actually happened! If I would have thought of how to convey this lessons and try to think up the worst case story to make them relatable, it would have been just that! These were unbelievable!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Waldemar Schneider honesty is how we all connect and learn :)
@neoray10
4 жыл бұрын
Loved how Chris added camera movement following him it made the video so much more interesting. Good job Chris with the tips
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Neoray I’ll definitely consider doing this more
@Big-Jo
4 жыл бұрын
This was such a pleasure to watch, simple, creative and definitely not boring. Really really enjoyed it!!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Jovi ahh thanks! Really happy with how it turned out :)
@MeMe-fg5sr
3 жыл бұрын
This is only the second video of yours that I have watched, but I really like the style and how we watch you go about your day. It makes it a lot more interesting with the stories.
@michaelpeters3567
4 жыл бұрын
Loved this one Chris! I’ve just went full time with my business, I’ve been running since I was 14. I have made mistakes, which have all led me to learn and grow. One time, I did a portrait shoot, and my hard drive went corrupt, and I lost all the photos, and months worth of work. Now I’m backing up everything!!
@ShotByChuka
4 жыл бұрын
That last mistake you mentioned couldn't be said any better. Thank you Chris for this video.
@jnjshkhndrkpm942
4 жыл бұрын
I am looking for the bride that picked up Chris's gear in the comments 😂
@MorganKJohnston
2 жыл бұрын
Yesss! All of these are so good! I also would add the importance of contracts, so so important!
@weiqian1196
4 жыл бұрын
‘It’s ok to make mistakes’, that’ s so encouraging, Chris, nice video.
@teamvalomedia
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! To someone who's last day of the 9-5 is tomorrow and finally going in full time, this is all great to hear. Thanks man!
@francisgeorge2982
4 жыл бұрын
Dude I think you just became my new favorite KZitemr. Your content is dope. Great dynamic storytelling. I like how you're moving from place to place. It gives the story momentum. And of course great on screen presentation.
@MikeMikeYT
4 жыл бұрын
The camera work was over the top for this type of video. Chris shits gold.
@MrBlackReviews
4 жыл бұрын
this style was fantastic dude!!! loved it, very captivating
@adventurefitographer
3 жыл бұрын
as soon as you said "the briiiiide" my jaw dropped lol oh man!
@MrBlacksheep168
4 жыл бұрын
once again, I enjoyed my AMSR clap! But for real I needed this video at this exact moment. I got a harsh comment from a family member (just started my business in AUG 19) and was feeling pretty crappy! Now I am ready to keep pushing and keep making great photos so thanks Chris!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Ricky Clark ahh this made my day Ricky! Go get it man.
@MrBlacksheep168
4 жыл бұрын
@@thechrishau thanks man! I will hit it hard!
@Fadetoblackcollective
4 жыл бұрын
I love the way you shared your tips, it was very different. It made me feel part of the adventure.
@josephhicks79
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting to hear you mistakes. especially from a beginner who's making loads of them. Thanks for the inspiration to keep going.
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
JOJO we all make them. Just want my stories to help everyone :)
@Tylerdirtn
4 жыл бұрын
Loved this style of video, super engaging the whole time.
@79Hokie
4 жыл бұрын
As a self employed one man architectural office I well understand Chris - "Trial by fire", we do learn by our mistakes.
@KobusTollig1
4 жыл бұрын
Cool tip for you. Use the egg shell to remove broken shells. Works like a charm. Thank you for all your tips and inspiration!
@domantasstukas
4 жыл бұрын
Dude! you are the only guy on KZitem who reminds me so naturally to hit the like button. Works every single time! Thanks for the insight, have a great trip and come visit Norway :)
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
I want to go to Norway so badly!
@Houstonsreel
4 жыл бұрын
This is a great video Chris. I’ve been starting my photo/video business from the ground up and sometimes I get discouraged because I have so little gear. But yeah, this is encouraging because nobody ever started out perfect.
@dejuanjordan4075
4 жыл бұрын
ok.. I have to admit that I started watching your videos a long time ago, then stopped. This has brought me back. Thank you
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
:)
@luxurybuzz3681
4 жыл бұрын
That B-Roll with the eggs was so good
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
William Smith glad it cracked you up.
@Outtromedia
4 жыл бұрын
This is the best video I've seen you create. I loved how you took us along with you throughout your day by starting breakfast to just running errands. Plus you managed to deliver helpful content. You did an outstanding job with this video and content thanks chris. Please make more videos like this I love em!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Outtro Media ahh dude this means the world. Thank you!
@stansabev
4 жыл бұрын
It’s very inspirational to see you’re putting a lot more work into this videos now, and I think it shows. Like
@alphamindset3866
2 жыл бұрын
The beautiful pan to the broken shell in the egg 🤣🤣
@maxmw8569
3 жыл бұрын
I love how engaging your videos are, amaze me the workk you put into this tuttorials
@zachhammerco
4 жыл бұрын
Buttery b-roll and helpful tips. Loved this one and the style switch up!
@bigzaymadden
4 жыл бұрын
I needed to hear this. Continue sharing personal experiences like these.
@ShirleyAerial
4 жыл бұрын
I love the encouragement at the end of the video! Thanks so much. It takes patience to succeed!
@josiahmccall7811
3 жыл бұрын
I was feeling a bit discouraged with doing photography and videography but this video helped me out a lot!
@kris.butlervideo5074
4 жыл бұрын
Great video, especially for those of us that doubt ourselves, mistakes will be made, it’s just important to learn from them....thanks Chris 🤙🏻
@sketchy094
4 жыл бұрын
I needed this today. First BIG flop/failure happened today, and I needed this. Thank you❤️
@marklaurin_
4 жыл бұрын
Keeps these vids coming! Absolutely loving the style you’ve got going right now! Extremely helpful btw! I can say I’ve been in that... some of those positions before 🙄🙈
@LifeOfRiza
4 жыл бұрын
love how this was filmed !!
@rubio220dr
4 жыл бұрын
Love this, thanks man! Great video all around, creative and content wise.
@ibrahimal-khalaf8008
4 жыл бұрын
Loved this! congrats on your new office. I like the new approach you are taking. Keep it up!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Ibrahim Al-Khalaf just trying to keep it fresh for myself.
@dannyscott2878
4 жыл бұрын
Thinks for the advice Chris!!!! Great info great story!!!!
@TheGeneralist95
4 жыл бұрын
Loved the video Chris!! Needed this today!! Thank you!
@chrisfoster8770
4 жыл бұрын
Great video Chris! Thanks for the insight and willingness to share!
@DanieEaston
4 жыл бұрын
Solid Video! Great advice I totally agree with so much of this. Being in business for 6 years myself and have made many mistakes. Also - I love it when your editor gets featured. I want to know more about them.
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Danie Easton :)
@IAmThor
4 жыл бұрын
Another awsome video filled with truth and wisdom. Thanks for that. I have hope for the music video production tomorrow.
@brianstipsfordads9305
4 жыл бұрын
Hey man I love the video I feel so much better now. you're right mistakes are hard but you can learn so much from them thanks again for the video!
@anmolbeing9019
4 жыл бұрын
So much fun to watch this one...keep it up. This ✌🏻
@westcoastvisuals
4 жыл бұрын
This is the best video you have done I think. Really good man!
@Squidmans
4 жыл бұрын
the flow of this video was too good. Great value!
@eskala1640
4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this type of content Chris!
@Profilms7BTS
4 жыл бұрын
I commented last time saying the clap wasn't long enough....this one seems longer. I am SATISFIED. Cheers mate!!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
YAYAAYYAY!
@Macketi
4 жыл бұрын
Aside from having awesome tips; this has to be the most entertaining video you've made to date!!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
TheRealMacketi ahh thanks so much homie!
@dedalnok
4 жыл бұрын
Haha, thanks for the 👏 and all the useful infos! I hit the like button for the screaming algorithm.
@jennyedwards
4 жыл бұрын
You really hit the nail on the head! Thankyou!
@bertimunro
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris great video, I am at the beginning of my own business career in photo and video. I can relate to a few of these mistakes as I have made some in the past. You are right the reward is great and I enjoying the time watching my baby girl grow by starting your own business.
@inyoureyes9197
4 жыл бұрын
I love this. I haven't watched you in awhile, but after taking a long hiatus it seems like your doing better than ever! Great Video Chris! It was entertaining and informative!
@JustAnotherVicky
4 жыл бұрын
Can't believe you made these mistakes:) this inspires me to make my own ones.
@_silhouettestudio_
2 жыл бұрын
I didn't even know I needed this. Thanks man! 😊
@nichenderson1934
4 жыл бұрын
Great set of tips!! When you were cracking the eggs, I thought to myself, yup. I constantly make that mistake. haha.
@bulamondal6814
4 жыл бұрын
What a Inspiration Video , Just Love it
@PaulKretz
4 жыл бұрын
The whole production of this video is great! That's a level!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@lilyyt8627
4 жыл бұрын
love the flow of this video
@abrahamsotelo6188
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your mistakes, great advice and great editing style
@denhed78
4 жыл бұрын
"always put safety first" and it was nr 4 ;). good video =)
@KIZOKUONI
4 жыл бұрын
This is my dream format of a youtube video...😍😍😍I'm gonna try this😍
@DeathByConfetti
4 жыл бұрын
the filming and delivery in this video was 10/10..! More of these! (awesome tips as well, as per usual)
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Death By Confetti glad you liked it!’
@NaderHamandi
4 жыл бұрын
good video, everyone shows success only, they never talk about how much they failed before reaching where they are now after years and years of hard work . thumbs up 👍👍👏👏✌
@philemotion8876
4 жыл бұрын
Well made Chris !!! 👍 👏👏👏
@ivobobura
4 жыл бұрын
Great tips, man! Thanks for these! Also, love the dynamic shots of this video!
@juanmacias3505
4 жыл бұрын
Dude, this is aaa amazing advice! Thank you for your videos, been learning so much from you Matti and PM. ❤️😊
@j.decasas
4 жыл бұрын
this is a GREAT video. thank you and keep killing it.🤙🏼
@watchwyattwander
3 жыл бұрын
So needed this! Just made one of these mistakes recently! Lol
@ryanpuff
4 жыл бұрын
I love the story style you shot!
@GuyBoggan
4 жыл бұрын
love the honesty Chris
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Guy Boggan appreciate it :)
@DoucetThomas
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing such advice. I shall apply them until now
@eddieperez8111
4 жыл бұрын
Great video Chris! Can you make a video or point us towards place to learn the legal/business side of a photography/video business? Aka Setting up an LLC/Sole proprietorship, how to factor in taxes, legal contracts, that kind of stuff?
@inhumane819
4 жыл бұрын
I like your videos mannnnn! Great inspiration.
@MicheletDiez
4 жыл бұрын
ASMR clap....hahaha, well, I've learned also many things, the most important one is to have everything in writing. Right now I'm used to send them all the terms and conditions and everything that makes you look very professional. This video was just awesome
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Michelet Diez tha is so much Michelet!
@erubio91
4 жыл бұрын
Great video! I recently made a mistake and you definitely made me feel better. Mistakes happen. Thanks!
@chinsinsikammalere6393
9 ай бұрын
This video it's very helpful love from here Africa,Malawi
@ashokachit
4 жыл бұрын
Am at your couple of years ago......thanks for letting me know ...it's ok if we make mistakes....keep inspiring bro
@LukeMichaelJames
4 жыл бұрын
Curtis this was really awesome. I love how you out it together. This is the kind of 'outside the box' thinking that takes videos to the next level! You're a big inspiration to me and my Channel dude!
@yannmougin7785
4 жыл бұрын
Awsome video, love the motion and the natural style around your advices.
@originaljesse
4 жыл бұрын
Great video Chris! Get everything in writing before you start the project! I had an issue with a hard drive a client gave me that was unreadable, it was my biggest $$$$, but because of the delay I got annoyed and cancelled the whole project. It was an editing project and I have little desire to edit boring videos. It ended up working out because I met my fiance do to the extra time I had!!!!
@laciehickman
4 жыл бұрын
I love how you struggled with the eggs and used the footage anyway 😂👌 Also loving the hair cut too!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Lacie Hickman :)
@oliviali1271
4 жыл бұрын
Your videos are fun to watch!
@famousam0s214
4 жыл бұрын
great tips man thanks for helping all of us who are just starting out
@itsmegeraldtham
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, this video makes me on fire again....
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
Gerald Tham do you need any water?
@itsmegeraldtham
4 жыл бұрын
@@thechrishauyeah... So i need videos like this... And someday I'll go to canada, i really wanna visit canada and i wanna take some short course about filmmaking or something like that to improve my knowledge... I take film major in my country, and i still wanna learn from many perspective... 🤣🤣🤣
@diogoevaristo3281
4 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah! Azores is lperfect for a photo trip! Greetings from Lisbon, Portugal!!
@thechrishau
4 жыл бұрын
YUP!
@KingTolentino
4 жыл бұрын
thank you for sharing your experiences... this is really helpful... would keep this in mind.... thanks 😎👌
@BrunoCyr
4 жыл бұрын
So well made thanks, been 1 year into freelancing and that’s helpful :)
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