Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Free Creative Reset guide - rickbebbington.com/creativeresetworkbook
Free What to Shoot guide - rickbebbington.com/whattoshoot
I share the most valuable photography advice I've gathered over 18+ years, explaining lessons I wish I'd known when I first started taking photography seriously. Whether you're a pro or just beginning your photography journey, this is my essential guide to help you become a better, more fulfilled photographer. I cover everything from overcoming creative blocks and gear obsession to nurturing your mindset and finding your unique photographic voice. Watch to discover how to reignite your passion for photography and make it a truly rewarding part of your life.
Stuff I use all the time (affiliate links)
Musicbed where you can get a 2 week free trial - fm.pxf.io/rickfreetrial
Mist Filter - geni.us/6FocHaB
Rope Strap - geni.us/BBMvGP
Square Lens Hood - geni.us/vJev4A
Freewell VND V2 - geni.us/IPaqiq5
Benro Tortoise - geni.us/cFJAEB
Canon Selphy - geni.us/5GvyBs
Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo - geni.us/SOAOBd
Photo wall grid - geni.us/Lv3Kp4
Sony FX3 - geni.us/7R1Utt5
DJI Pocket Go 3 - geni.us/cPFm
DJI Osmo Action - geni.us/L95w
Wireless Mic - geni.us/UdnCIWh
Fujifilm X100 VI - geni.us/ZLBk
Sony A7RV - tidd.ly/4iFdnln
Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 ART - tidd.ly/3FKEoVT
Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f1.2 - tidd.ly/42c15Kk
35mm f1.4 - geni.us/cTPim
24mm f1.4 - geni.us/gpUR9l
Chapters:
0:00 - Everything I wish I knew
0:33 - The single biggest thing holding you back
1:51 - Learning as an excuse
2:05 - Action leads to motivation (not the other way around)
3:25 - Stay on top of editing
4:08 - Gear
6:03 - Learn your camera
6:15 - Recipes are a trap
6:59 - The internal battle, mindset in photography
7:21 - Chasing likes & shooting for others
8:03 - Comparison
8:51 - You need bad photos
9:50 - Patience
10:18 - Mount stupid
11:09 - Where to focus learning
11:28 - Constraints
11:53 - Projects
13:06 - The bigger picture
13:32 - the truth about photography as a job
14:13 - Dreams
14:39 - Waiting
15:06 - What to document
15:36 - Community
16:16 - When it gets hard
16:50 - Quitting
17:59 - Life is better when you make stuff
Free Creative Reset guide - rickbebbington.com/creativeresetworkbook
Free What to Shoot guide - rickbebbington.com/whattoshoot
I share the most valuable photography advice I've gathered over 18+ years, explaining lessons I wish I'd known when I first started taking photography seriously. Whether you're a pro or just beginning your photography journey, this is my essential guide to help you become a better, more fulfilled photographer. I cover everything from overcoming creative blocks and gear obsession to nurturing your mindset and finding your unique photographic voice. Watch to discover how to reignite your passion for photography and make it a truly rewarding part of your life.
Stuff I use all the time (affiliate links)
Musicbed where you can get a 2 week free trial - fm.pxf.io/rickfreetrial
Mist Filter - geni.us/6FocHaB
Rope Strap - geni.us/BBMvGP
Square Lens Hood - geni.us/vJev4A
Freewell VND V2 - geni.us/IPaqiq5
Benro Tortoise - geni.us/cFJAEB
Canon Selphy - geni.us/5GvyBs
Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo - geni.us/SOAOBd
Photo wall grid - geni.us/Lv3Kp4
Sony FX3 - geni.us/7R1Utt5
DJI Pocket Go 3 - geni.us/cPFm
DJI Osmo Action - geni.us/L95w
Wireless Mic - geni.us/UdnCIWh
Fujifilm X100 VI - geni.us/ZLBk
Sony A7RV - tidd.ly/4iFdnln
Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 ART - tidd.ly/3FKEoVT
Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f1.2 - tidd.ly/42c15Kk
35mm f1.4 - geni.us/cTPim
24mm f1.4 - geni.us/gpUR9l
Chapters:
0:00 - Everything I wish I knew
0:33 - The single biggest thing holding you back
1:51 - Learning as an excuse
2:05 - Action leads to motivation (not the other way around)
3:25 - Stay on top of editing
4:08 - Gear
6:03 - Learn your camera
6:15 - Recipes are a trap
6:59 - The internal battle, mindset in photography
7:21 - Chasing likes & shooting for others
8:03 - Comparison
8:51 - You need bad photos
9:50 - Patience
10:18 - Mount stupid
11:09 - Where to focus learning
11:28 - Constraints
11:53 - Projects
13:06 - The bigger picture
13:32 - the truth about photography as a job
14:13 - Dreams
14:39 - Waiting
15:06 - What to document
15:36 - Community
16:16 - When it gets hard
16:50 - Quitting
17:59 - Life is better when you make stuff
