A Day with Jay Maisel
Spend the day with famed photographer Jay Maisel as he takes Scott Kelby on a walking tour of his favorite places to shoot in New York City. Jay shares his cultivated thoughts and advice on his choices and techniques and finding the spark in each photo you take. He wants you to observe the world around you, be excited by what you see, and have your image capture that passion. This class is perfect for a beginner or intermediate learning to observe their surroundings and find the fun and spark in their photography.
Release Date: 2010-05-26
Lessons
Introduction
<p>Scott Kelby welcomes viewers and explains what the overall concept of this course is.</p>
Duration: 1 mins 45 seconds
A Walk in the Neighborhood
<p>When Jay goes out for walks around his neighborhood in New York, his camera is always with him. He uses minimal equipment so that he is always ready if a shot presents itself.</p>
Duration: 8 mins 34 seconds
A Walk in the Neighborhood, Part 2
<p>Remember to walk slowly and pay attention to the intimate exchanges between people.</p>
Duration: 5 mins 43 seconds
A Walk in the Neighborhood, Part 3
<p>There is always more than one way to do it. Be open to whatever is happening in front of the camera.</p>
Duration: 10 mins 5 seconds
On the Subway
<p>Because the subway is a tight, restricted space, it is somewhat like Russian Roulette when it comes to what a photographer can find in front of the camera.</p>
Duration: 3 mins 54 seconds
Times Square
<p>Jay and Scott stroll around Time Square and discuss model releases and approaching subjects.</p>
Duration: 9 mins 21 seconds
Times Square, Part 2
<p>Sit down, relax, things will happen in front of the camera if you just let them.</p>
Duration: 8 mins 31 seconds
Radar Sweep
<p>A piece of advice is to always be doing a 360 degree radar sweep around you, looking for that next great picture.</p>
Duration: 5 mins 24 seconds
Reflections
<p>You can make wonderful things with reflections, according to Jay.</p>
Duration: 7 mins 44 seconds
Chrysler Building
<p>On their way to this large landmark, Jay and Scott discuss the best light for shooting in the city.</p>
Duration: 8 mins 33 seconds
People Person
<p>Sometimes is takes a smooth talker to convince someone who does not want to be shot to allow for a picture.</p>
Duration: 8 mins 36 seconds
Lunch, Part 1
<p>While taking a break for lunch, Jay runs through a list of common mistakes he sees as a photography teacher.</p>
Duration: 8 mins 4 seconds
Lunch, Part 2
<p>Jay talks about what kinds of work inspires him and how he defines a real picture.</p>
Duration: 6 mins 54 seconds
Lunch, Part 3
<p>Jay asks the waitress to sit down and join them for a impromptu shoot</p>
Duration: 9 mins 1 seconds
The Studio
<p>Jay gives Scott a tour of his studio and tells some stories behind some of his displayed photographs.</p>
Duration: 7 mins 7 seconds
Final Thoughts
<p>There are 3 rules that Jay tries to keep in mind every time he goes out to shoot. He shares them, and other observations, with Scott.</p>
Duration: 3 mins 26 seconds
Conclusion
<p>Thanks for following along. Be sure to check out the other photography courses on Kelby Training.</p>
Duration: 1 mins 7 seconds