I did this for 30 days and it improved my photography.

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Published 2023-12-28
Today I'm showing you the process and results from a recent 30 day film photography challenge.
Also much love to Squarespace for the continuous support of the channel! Head to www.squarespace.com/teocrawford to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain by using the code "TEOCRAWFORD" (also supports the channel).

#filmphotography #30daychallenge

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Chapters:
00:00 - 01:05 - Introduction
01:05 - 02:11 - The issue
02:11 - 03:13 - The idea
03:13 - 05:24 - The first results
05:24 - 06:52 - What happened to the roll?
06:52- 08:14 - The challenge
08:14 - 09:20 - Much love!
09:20 - 12:40 - The results
12:40 - 15:00 - The effects
15:00 - 15:28 - Ending

Links to my Gear (USA)

My main video camera:
- Sony A7iii - amzn.to/3hsc7T2
The two lenses for the camera:
- Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 - amzn.to/2FPHMjs
- Samyang 14mm f/2.8 - amzn.to/3j1YOsI

My favourite digital camera for photography:
- Lumix GX80 - amzn.to/2FTwZF3
The two lenses I use with it:
- Panasonic 14-140mm f/3.5-5.6 - amzn.to/2EmtQwK
- Panasonic 20mm f/1.7 - amzn.to/2CS6EWF

Other gear I use to make my videos:
- GoPro Hero8 - amzn.to/31mZPWl
- Microphone - amzn.to/3j5hCre
- Tripod 1 (new one) - amzn.to/3F0ZWKd
- Tripod 2 (with slightly less features) - amzn.to/3tdqSnr
- Magnetic ND-Filter set - urth-partnership-program-creator.pxf.io/9g9rvW
- Variable ND-Filter - urth-partnership-program-creator.pxf.io/xkmeex
- Lens adapter - urth-partnership-program-creator.pxf.io/g1rmMX
- Camera strap (grey) - urth-partnership-program-creator.pxf.io/4PLzO3
- Camera strap (black) - urth-partnership-program-creator.pxf.io/4PLzO3
- get a discount off of any Urth product with my code "TEO10"
- Softbox Lights - amzn.to/3l9JSL6
- Camera Rain Protector - amzn.to/3lekWSD
- Big camera bag - amzn.to/2QhjFw7
- Smaller camera bag: amzn.to/3Q1qS34
- SD-Cards - amzn.to/2Yuam02
- SD-Card case - amzn.to/3tlXUSk
- Micro SD-Card (for GoPro) - amzn.to/3l8QKIF
- HDD Hard drives - amzn.to/459jKG9
- SSD Harddrives - amzn.to/468vf1I
- Mouse - amzn.to/3ryW3cy

(all links are affiliate links)


For my German friends, here are the links for .de

My main video camera:
- Sony A7iii - amzn.to/2NRSQgn
The two lenses for the camera:
- Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 - amzn.to/2PZ6mBn
- Samyang 14mm f/2.8 - amzn.to/2PZ6SiN

My favourite digital camera for photography:
- Lumix GX80 - amzn.to/2WSkOg2
The two lenses I use with it:
- Panasonic 14-140mm f/3.5-5.6 - amzn.to/2X1mxj5
- Panasonic 20mm f/1.7 - amzn.to/2Cmx3Ij

Other gear I use to make my videos:
- GoPro Hero8 - amzn.to/2YISU8v
- Microphone - amzn.to/2NTPdWZ
- Tripod 1 (new one) - amzn.to/46vtfjZ
- Tripod 2 (with slightly less features) - amzn.to/3RIHON4
- Magnetic ND-Filter set - urth-partnership-program-creator.pxf.io/9g9rvW
- Variable ND-Filter - urth-partnership-program-creator.pxf.io/xkmeex
- Lens adapter - urth-partnership-program-creator.pxf.io/g1rmMX
- Camera strap (grey) - urth-partnership-program-creator.pxf.io/4PLzO3
- Camera strap (black) - urth-partnership-program-creator.pxf.io/4PLzO3
- Softbox Lights - amzn.to/36MZ3Tt
- Camera Rain Protector - amzn.to/2FKPyuJ
- Big camera bag - amzn.to/2Ys84P2
- Smaller camera bag - amzn.to/3RIyKHL
- SD-Cards - amzn.to/2EmmObx
- SD-Card case: amzn.to/48tSpBc
- Micro SD-Card (for GoPro) - amzn.to/2Qi50AD
- HDD harddrives - amzn.to/3F2mJW0
- SSD Harddrives - amzn.to/3PGAw9B
- Mouse - amzn.to/3LLZRhg

(all links are affiliate links)

Instagram: www.instagram.com/teo_crawford/
Contact: [email protected]

All Comments (21)
  • @teocrawford
    Hellooo, I hope you enjoyed the video and miiight feel like shooting a bit more :)) Also much love to Squarespace for the continuous support of the channel! Head to www.squarespace.com/teocrawford to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain by using the code "TEOCRAWFORD" (also supports the channel). Have a great last week of the year and as we in Austria like to say, I wish you "an guaden Rutsch!" (a good slide into the new year haha) Teo
  • @rutgerbaukman118
    okay, two things: 1. This cinematography in the video is next level. I felt as if I was watching a movie. 2. Your voice is extremely soothing and I need it in a candle scent. Okay that is all, goodbye
  • @mottavisuals
    I love the aproach you took with making it easier rather then quiting, I´m gonna aply this to my personal chalenges.
  • @user-zs4fb4fu4c
    Ah, Teo. This video found me at the perfect time.. I recently lost my 12.5 year old cat in October and I haven't been shooting since. I think a part of it was because I loved taking photos of him and when he passed, that part of me also passed with him. This video reminded me that there are other moments in my life that are beautiful and to be more mindful of them when they come. I want to try this challenge to also improve my photography as well :)
  • @adamcook5940
    Your video goes to show that photographing what we like, rather than what we think other people might like, is the way to go. A lovely, gentle and inspiring video, thank you
  • @shooter_0077
    The editing and the music selection is absolutely class 🙂
  • @laurenamarie
    This has really inspired me to see the little opportunities that come with every day life. The beauty that comes from the photos is the simplicity of how things are and freezing a moment that otherwise would go by without being noticed.
  • I feel I have lost my photography passion since getting an iPhone. This was so inspiring! Thank you!
  • @shailr
    I have been having difficulty sleeping, but halfway through I nearly dozed off. The content is extremely interesting and I'm going back every few seconds but your voice is like a lullaby 😂
  • @schuknowit
    Like where this video went. I am someone who likes to bite off more than I can chew and tend to get frustrated by the lack of success. This is a good lesson in humility and just taking what the world and what your energy is giving you. Don't try to do too much but keep testing yourself when you can. Great stuff Teo!
  • @CarmenMarval_
    I feel photography was not just my first passion but my first love and I kinda abandoned it for a while due to my current job and second passion, I'm now trying to go back to photography because I love it more than anything and the last part of the video made me tear up a little bit. Thank you, your content has something real special and I hope the future holds something equally special for you.
  • @Chris43791FTW
    Each time I watch one of your videos that spark of inner art in me grows a little bit more vivid. Thanks for all the content you've put out over the years
  • @defsoulvcr
    I can't explain it but the comfort your videos bring to me is crazy... I love it all
  • @davebcn87
    I once tried the popular 365 photography projects and after a couple of weeks I found it pretty complicated to be consistent and ended up with random photos of my desk as well. I might try the 30 day, it seems more achievable. Great video!
  • I was in an abusive relationship for a while and I haven’t drawn or done photography much since it happened 2 years ago, I’m hoping to get back into it ☺️
  • @loubetana1001
    As a beginner, this gave me a starting point. I will apply this to start my photo/video journey. Keep up with these challenges. :D
  • @sierrado_design
    I love the idea of this challenge! I sort of unintentionally did this when I went on my 6 week trip to Vietnam. Being able to look back at the photos I took makes me enjoy the simple things I was able to live through. I took my digital camera which was the Canon Cliq2+, and since it was a crappy little camera it made me feel less conscious about "wasting film" or anything like that because it was all digital. Because of this I was able to take more pictures and shoot some of my favorite pictures I was ever able to shoot in 2023. I hope to become even more familiar with taking photos this 2024 year and to take more pictures of the mundane and new experiences going forward.
  • @jowensguitar
    I've found this mindset really helpful for music as well. There are times when it is quite challenging to feel artistically motivated, especially when practicing a particularly challenging piece over many weeks. Taking some time to simplify and be more present helps refocus and reinvigorate joy in the art. Thanks for the reminder, Teo!
  • @Hannah-xb6yd
    I only saw your Japan series before this one and I had no idea you're living in Austria. Neither did I ever expect Bregenz (I live closeby) to look so cinematic! Darn, I love your channel!