Thanks for the honesty and heads up. There's nothing wrong with wanting to grow your business/passion to help more people. Being new to photography I really appreciate the information and the way you present it, being extremely knowledgeable yet discussing the topics in a way anyone can follow and I will continue to watch and support the site. Hopefully I'll work up the courage to send something in for an edit/critique soon. Thanks again.
i think that the ads are a good thing. It shows that you're growing as a site and its free so the least we can do is put up with some ads especially when its sites tht we go to anyway. So keep going with the site its awesome and helped me to be a better photographer. Thank you Jared and Greg for all of the content you bring to us!
Quick question. I was at a baseball game today taking some pictures from a suite and i just wanted to be able to be closer to the action to get some great shots. My question is: How do photographers get passes to be able to shoot from the photography areas?
It's allright Jared. Yeah ads are a bit annoying, but they are not that distracting yet. And we get that you need to at least cover your expenses on delivering all this info free for us! Just continue doing what you're doing, and we will be fine!!
the amount of time he spent on making youtube videos for you all is far more than what he should earn from these videos! he probobly doesn't even make a basic living by doing this...
I work for some small business people and deal a lot with the customers. It always astounds me how customers 1) confuse gross and net profit and 2) get upset if the small business person makes money.
Dude, so long as you stay on topic, continue spreading the smarts and don't let ads usurp content I don't care. I HOPE you make money!
Love the site and the info you provide. Do what you have to to make it better and keep it running. As long as you don't sell my email address I'm OK with what you need to do. :D
I don't really care, and it's a good way to bankroll the site etc. If a sponsor's product appears incidentally in a video, eg, a thinktank strap when you're reviewing a camera, you should be prepared for people to call it product placement, and say you're using the strap because it's your favourite, or it was just lying around or whatever.
Web ads, reviews, and sponsored segment titles are fine by me.
A very nice gesture on your part to inform your viewership/readership beforehand about taking on ads.I would think it would cost quite a bit to run a web-site which will only demand more and more bandwidth as time goes on.I actually think web-sites with no sponsorships look spartan.Everyone should know you are approving whom sponsors on your sight..its a no-brainer.As far as charging people membership..please dont..you will ensure that newcomers run away scared.
really hope that what you said about not accepting sponsorship from shitty sourses is true and that youll keep it reall cause money is a bitch my friend
really hope that what you said about not accepting sponsorship from shitty sourses is true and that youll keep it reall cause money is a bicht my friend
hi, Jared you're giving people a chance to buy a cup of tie for Lil !!
how about giving them a chance to take apart in this huge project that you're doing for them !! for example, (Give to the FKP) !!! I think that would be great !!
Everything is ok as long as you dont have anyone telling you what to do, because The Fro is The Fro and that is what we like... You, and greg and all the other guys (and Lil of course). I would even pay a fee to be a Fro Community Member if that allows you to do wahtever you want, because that is what has helped me... witness your passion and the way you do things. Keep on rocking Fro!
JUICE BOX! I visit FROKNOWSPHOTO at least 4-5 times a;day everyday, I love the content and I have learned so much. six months ago I knew nothing about DSLR and how to use them.RAW to me only meant uncooked meat. my photo ability has improved vastly my pictures are way better than I could have imagined. so if you need to put sponsor ads or banners on every page to help keep this site Fred and Current go for it. I think I echo what everyone else has said when I say, you are an incredibly decent
Great video... Being upfront is the only way to go and I think people will be just fine with advertisements, I'm fine with it because I'm getting a free education on a topic that's really new and important to me. Keep up the good work!!!
Like others have said already..awesome you did this, but it wasn't necessary in my opinion. Being involved in the design/hosting industry myself I know you gotta make money to cover the expenses. One will notice the best sites all have ads! This one should be no exception! Keep up the awesome work.
also...many people wouldn't have even said anything... you're a straight up kinda guy... so I trust your reviews.... though i don't think i'll be taking a shower with my Camera any time soon. hehe (but it was a good test)!
Ads are fine with me... you just have to watch and listen to what you guys are showing us... I just want to learn and learn and I'll gladly click on the sponsors once in a while to do my part in keeping this site as good as it is.... Oh... and I start my new job tomorrow so i am getting much closer to the Nikon D800 :P hehe.. yes!!!! Cant wait till that comes out!
Hey man. You have to make money doing this. No need to apologize at all. I like your ethics of only accepting ads from products you actually use. That is the only way to do it.
Make your money how you can! I love the info you and Greg give out and If I have to sit through a 6 sec commerical so be it.. It's still the most informative site with the coolest guys out there. Except for maybe Dom Bower he's kinda cool also..Peace
Sick man, great vids very informational and for 17 year old like myself super involved and super interesting, and Im definitely going to buy one of those 3d fro shirts! Keep em' coming!
If anyone doesn't understand or whines about it then they are stupid. Thanks for everything and I hope y'all make 1000x more than what you put in to it.
im the 11000 viewer
bpaynegoodphotos 7 months ago
do you think photomatix is a good decent software for amateurs? im trying to find something thats decent and also a good pic organizer. thx
gtrrockz84 9 months ago
Atleast this guy is honest compared to some of the other big time youtubers.
trippplefive 10 months ago
Where's my black rapid strap? =[
xpstkxps 11 months ago
Thanks for the honesty and heads up. There's nothing wrong with wanting to grow your business/passion to help more people. Being new to photography I really appreciate the information and the way you present it, being extremely knowledgeable yet discussing the topics in a way anyone can follow and I will continue to watch and support the site. Hopefully I'll work up the courage to send something in for an edit/critique soon. Thanks again.
TheJoelb52 11 months ago
FRO KNOWS PHOTO DOT COM.
LOVE IT !
hjpdesign 11 months ago
just dont cut the fro!
treepixel 11 months ago
i think that the ads are a good thing. It shows that you're growing as a site and its free so the least we can do is put up with some ads especially when its sites tht we go to anyway. So keep going with the site its awesome and helped me to be a better photographer. Thank you Jared and Greg for all of the content you bring to us!
TotalBizcut 11 months ago
Sponsorship is good...it shows that you offer something that ppl are interested in and that you are getting great exposure.
And did you say something about free...who doesn't like free stuff?!!
Keep the vids coming and I hope you even get more sponsors.
LazyManLearningDSLR 11 months ago
jared... you are the man! what ever happens keep these videos on and keep the site running!
willcitoman97 11 months ago
Quick question. I was at a baseball game today taking some pictures from a suite and i just wanted to be able to be closer to the action to get some great shots. My question is: How do photographers get passes to be able to shoot from the photography areas?
disneygeek1000 11 months ago
It's allright Jared. Yeah ads are a bit annoying, but they are not that distracting yet. And we get that you need to at least cover your expenses on delivering all this info free for us! Just continue doing what you're doing, and we will be fine!!
chicoktc 11 months ago
i love that T shirt, purple is my favourite colour !!!
kagari1985 11 months ago
someone just became a partner.
Jolinator 11 months ago
Support the Fro. Buy a Lil'
McIvor67 11 months ago
the amount of time he spent on making youtube videos for you all is far more than what he should earn from these videos! he probobly doesn't even make a basic living by doing this...
handsomelok 11 months ago
I work for some small business people and deal a lot with the customers. It always astounds me how customers 1) confuse gross and net profit and 2) get upset if the small business person makes money.
Dude, so long as you stay on topic, continue spreading the smarts and don't let ads usurp content I don't care. I HOPE you make money!
madmanmikey 11 months ago
thanks for the great tips and videos that you provide for us!!!
watduzhkstand4 11 months ago
im ok wid dat
flobber238 11 months ago
Love the site and the info you provide. Do what you have to to make it better and keep it running. As long as you don't sell my email address I'm OK with what you need to do. :D
RC62 11 months ago
Thumbs up if your "mystery T-SHIRT presale" gif is perfectly synced with the one on video... ;-)
w4tt7 11 months ago
I need "lights off" back on youtube.
I have a major headache.. Still watching the fro, though :D
TheNeonWorm 11 months ago
@TheNeonWorm google chrome with the "yto" (youtube options) plug in let you atleast darken the bakground.
aleksandersandstrom 11 months ago
Have you tried SquareSpace. Works well for high volume websites and you can save a fortune.
kyussmondo 11 months ago
I don't really care, and it's a good way to bankroll the site etc. If a sponsor's product appears incidentally in a video, eg, a thinktank strap when you're reviewing a camera, you should be prepared for people to call it product placement, and say you're using the strap because it's your favourite, or it was just lying around or whatever.
Web ads, reviews, and sponsored segment titles are fine by me.
Hynee 11 months ago
statr selling kameras!!!!! Youtube is a great way to spred the word when you have so manny wievs!!!!
MrEvenSolberg 11 months ago
tonight i deamed that i shot a concert with a d3s. jared, stop influencing me! i'm happy with my 5d mark II! geesh..
KrissiBenassi 11 months ago
Thank you guys for all you're doing! Keep up the good work!
EmptyWords86 11 months ago
you shuld get alans camera to make a webshop. he wuld probably get people buying from over seas
xwaderman 11 months ago
Cool and thanks for all the videos I have learnt soooo much.
EFRA2047 11 months ago
A very nice gesture on your part to inform your viewership/readership beforehand about taking on ads.I would think it would cost quite a bit to run a web-site which will only demand more and more bandwidth as time goes on.I actually think web-sites with no sponsorships look spartan.Everyone should know you are approving whom sponsors on your sight..its a no-brainer.As far as charging people membership..please dont..you will ensure that newcomers run away scared.
herbyverstink 11 months ago 2
Please release a photo book
Kentonuk 11 months ago
This has been flagged as spam show
really hope that what you said about not accepting sponsorship from shitty sourses is true and that youll keep it reall cause money is a bitch my friend
xxxamuel 11 months ago
really hope that what you said about not accepting sponsorship from shitty sourses is true and that youll keep it reall cause money is a bicht my friend
xxxamuel 11 months ago
hey jared, quick question, I have 2 8gb micro sd card with the bigger sd attachment. are those ok to shoot with?
NIKK3800 11 months ago
Spread your seeds guys!
SchneiderStudios 11 months ago
hi, Jared you're giving people a chance to buy a cup of tie for Lil !!
how about giving them a chance to take apart in this huge project that you're doing for them !! for example, (Give to the FKP) !!! I think that would be great !!
So0001me 11 months ago
Love what you're doing man. Thanks!
aimanazlan90 11 months ago
Much respect fro.
SixStills 11 months ago
Clean your desk!
(Mine's just as bad :P)
alectomonyo 11 months ago
Everything is ok as long as you dont have anyone telling you what to do, because The Fro is The Fro and that is what we like... You, and greg and all the other guys (and Lil of course). I would even pay a fee to be a Fro Community Member if that allows you to do wahtever you want, because that is what has helped me... witness your passion and the way you do things. Keep on rocking Fro!
kauxkaux 11 months ago
Do what you gotta do fro
Keep rocking
jeremy41234 11 months ago
what I heard was MORE and BETTER, win win situation to me!
plus, advertising isn't too big of a deal, I mean we all put up with the "smack you in the face" ads here on youtube don't we?
keep doing your thing Jared
evanotaylor 11 months ago
A lot of people think "selling out" is a negative thing, but when done right, like FroKnowsPhoto, it can really be beneficial for everyone involved.
thePowerPlant 11 months ago
love your integrity. as long as you're taking photo and/or have a show I'll be a fan.
geomox4 11 months ago
Respect
Lance14352 11 months ago
What if a company you didn't support offered you a lifetime supply of high-quality tea for Lil– would you consider it then?
MacbookProWizard 11 months ago 2
you gotta do what you gotta do to survive..
ForSquirrel 11 months ago
I completely understand. Do what has to be done to keep a quality site going strong.
solidstream13 11 months ago
Fro knows, pho, tow!
GooglyVid 11 months ago
JUICE BOX! I visit FROKNOWSPHOTO at least 4-5 times a;day everyday, I love the content and I have learned so much. six months ago I knew nothing about DSLR and how to use them.RAW to me only meant uncooked meat. my photo ability has improved vastly my pictures are way better than I could have imagined. so if you need to put sponsor ads or banners on every page to help keep this site Fred and Current go for it. I think I echo what everyone else has said when I say, you are an incredibly decent
ROCKnROLL4NGEL 11 months ago
Great video... Being upfront is the only way to go and I think people will be just fine with advertisements, I'm fine with it because I'm getting a free education on a topic that's really new and important to me. Keep up the good work!!!
567turd 11 months ago
your giving free photography education put as many ads as you like!
aimfight 11 months ago 5
Like others have said already..awesome you did this, but it wasn't necessary in my opinion. Being involved in the design/hosting industry myself I know you gotta make money to cover the expenses. One will notice the best sites all have ads! This one should be no exception! Keep up the awesome work.
shelzmike 11 months ago
Jared, all the products you have recommended to date have been amazing... looking forward to seeing what else you recommend..
ajayonline 11 months ago
your a great person to look up to Jared. When I get big on YouTube, I'm going to be like this.
Mas7erChief117 11 months ago
ok... you Jared mentioned he had to tame that fro for some black tie events...
Show us a video, of how you fit in at a formal event... dress, grooming, and equipment...
harizle 11 months ago 58
also...many people wouldn't have even said anything... you're a straight up kinda guy... so I trust your reviews.... though i don't think i'll be taking a shower with my Camera any time soon. hehe (but it was a good test)!
galaxiedance 11 months ago 2
idk why people get so worked up by sponsored vids or sponsored anything. it doesnt hurt though to listen to adv. you can always skip em too.
Bobesque 11 months ago
Ads are fine with me... you just have to watch and listen to what you guys are showing us... I just want to learn and learn and I'll gladly click on the sponsors once in a while to do my part in keeping this site as good as it is.... Oh... and I start my new job tomorrow so i am getting much closer to the Nikon D800 :P hehe.. yes!!!! Cant wait till that comes out!
galaxiedance 11 months ago
I'm absolutely OK with ads! sadly there are self-centered people out there who get pissed off with ads..
unprofessionalvids 11 months ago
Fair call Jared.. you like quality products as I do and all help to keep the site running and cover expenses.. great going!
WarrenAckary180 11 months ago
Hey man. You have to make money doing this. No need to apologize at all. I like your ethics of only accepting ads from products you actually use. That is the only way to do it.
TheEricBooth 11 months ago 2
is YouTube being slow for anyone else?
Mas7erChief117 11 months ago 22
@Mas7erChief117 very slow for me on uploads tonight must be the new LIVE roll out.
JaredPolin 11 months ago 10
Keep it Real!!!! That's what I like!!!!
nyskiya 11 months ago
Make your money how you can! I love the info you and Greg give out and If I have to sit through a 6 sec commerical so be it.. It's still the most informative site with the coolest guys out there. Except for maybe Dom Bower he's kinda cool also..Peace
MrHammer102 11 months ago
what does "Fro" mean?
ny1fanta 11 months ago
@ny1fanta afro.. aka his hair style
cullanophoto 11 months ago
@ny1fanta the awesome hair
orikies 11 months ago
@ny1fanta afro, hair style
Mas7erChief117 11 months ago
@ny1fanta its the big curly hair.
Bobesque 11 months ago
man i tell all the people who ask me about photography to go to your site, its so good.
cullanophoto 11 months ago
Thanks for being Honest
mikedelgado8888 11 months ago
Sick man, great vids very informational and for 17 year old like myself super involved and super interesting, and Im definitely going to buy one of those 3d fro shirts! Keep em' coming!
-Mike
MIkeness101 11 months ago
If anyone doesn't understand or whines about it then they are stupid. Thanks for everything and I hope y'all make 1000x more than what you put in to it.
IcLuBs3aLs 11 months ago
ur moving up in the world an ur making a living for urself, keep up the good work man
zARCADEz 11 months ago 2
when is purple comming?
t2iskyler 11 months ago
HI
torched80 11 months ago
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IcLuBs3aLs 11 months ago
as long as the information stays credible and awesome sauce dont care about a little advertising on the site
Gibson2471 11 months ago
Just as long as you do not have a production manager saying "jared please stay on topic" - we had a meeting about this........
razorvard 11 months ago 20
@razorvard ha, i agree
JaredPolin 11 months ago 4
<3
aabbccxxyyandzz 11 months ago