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Brandon Woelfel

@brandonwoelfel · photography, portraits, tips

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📍New York City Contact Brandonblw6@gmail.com also @bran.wolf @Nikonusa Ambassador @Lexarmemory Ambassador @Gallery.stock Licensing

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2.1M followers
2 reels read
273x best outlier
151x typical
49M views in here
5 Jun 2026 newest

how they make thembroad appeal, strange visual, simple backdrop, upbeat voiceover, simple text, inspiring words, fast cutting, behind the scenes

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@brandonwoelfel Brandon Woelfel · 5 Jun 2026

273x outlier

A photographer shares his trip to an Adobe event in New York City and talks about staying creative.

44M views
409K likes
34 comments
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2.1M followers
52s long
0.9% liked
hookThe video starts with a person spreading clear paste on a big piece of glass with his hands.
  • Strange visual. A guy uses his hands to smear clear paste across a huge clear panel.
  • Simple backdrop. A clean white wall behind a clear glass sheet gives all attention to the art.
  • Upbeat voiceover. Soft music plays while the man speaks clearly about making art.
  • Simple text. The word signature appears in plain white text over his head.
  • Broad appeal. Anyone who likes making art or watching someone work will stop to watch.
retainFast cuts and inspiring thoughts about art keep the viewer watching until the end.
  • Inspiring words. The speaker talks about how ideas matter more than tools.
  • Fast cutting. The clip uses 46 shots in 51.7 seconds, changing pictures almost every second to stay lively.
  • Behind the scenes. Viewers see real talks, posters, and photos from a big design event.
  • Personal touch. The creator shows his own portrait studio session and city walks.
  • Clear story. The video follows his trip from making art at home to the event and back.
rewardViewers feel inspired to try new creative ideas and rely on their own imagination.
  • Creative drive. Viewers want to go make art without worrying about perfection.
  • Good reminder. It reminds creators that ideas are more important than expensive gear.
  • Inside look. People get a quick peek at a big design conference in New York City.
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This week at Adobe 99U 🎨✨ Being in New York City for conversations around photography, design, and process was such a good reminder that your ideas come first, and technology is simply a tool to help bring them to life Hearing from so many creatives and seeing the way they talked about their own experiences made the whole day feel so inspiring. It brought together so many perspectives on creativity and innovation, but they all came back to the same thing: creating work that feels personal + intentional It was a reminder that everyone’s process looks a little different, and that’s okay!! What’s something you’ve been wanting to explore more in your own work? You can view the replay of the keynotes here: adobe.ly/99Ureplay #CommunityxAdobe #AdobePartner #ad @adobelive @adobe @99u

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@brandonwoelfel Brandon Woelfel · 26 Mar 2026

29.3x outlier

A photographer shows how he uses social media analytics to plan and shoot creative portraits using painted clear plastic sheets.

4.7M views
22K likes
66 comments
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2.1M followers
53s long
0.5% liked
hookThe opening visual of peeling colorful gels off a large clear sheet makes viewers pause to see what is being created.
  • Visual setup. A man in a denim jacket stands in front of a white wall holding a large transparent sheet under a spotlight.
  • Audio feel. Soft spoken original audio plays while the creator explains his project.
  • Text overlay. Plain white text reads It is time across the top of the video.
  • Broad appeal. Creative photography and art making appeal to anyone who enjoys craft videos.
retainFast changes and colorful art creation keep viewers watching until the final photo reveal.
  • Useful concept. Viewers learn how tracking online numbers can help artists pick their next project.
  • Show not tell. The artist shows his real computer screen and paints colorful shapes on clear sheets on camera.
  • Upbeat mood. The photographer speaks with quiet enthusiasm about his photo shoot.
  • Rapid edits. The video cuts 58 times across 59 shots in 53.4 seconds, keeping a fast pace.
  • Creative props. Paint, clear sheets, and studio lights are used to create neat lighting effects.
  • Clear steps. The video moves clearly from cleaning old work to painting new shapes and shooting photos.
  • Right length. The 53.4 second duration gives enough time to cover the strategy and show the final result.
rewardViewers get creative photo ideas and learn a smart way to track online audience interest.
  • Creative inspiration. Viewers see how simple paint and plastic sheets can create neat lighting.
  • Practical tip. People learn how checking online activity can help guide their creative choices.
  • Satisfying reveal. Seeing the colorful final portrait photos feels rewarding at the end.
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I always love trying out new ideas with my photography, especially when I can see which ones are connecting with you all most 📸✨ Lately I’ve been using @Linktr.ee to get a bigger picture of what’s resonating across my Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, and it’s been such a helpful part of my creative process. With their new insights and social analytics, I can ask more specific questions about trends and what I should lean into creatively, which has helped me go into new shoots with a clearer plan from the start. I can also better understand the best days and times to share my work, so the ideas I’m most excited about have a better chance of reaching more of you. One of the setups I wanted to revisit in a new way was the acrylic sheet and colored gels, but this time I decided to switch it up by painting shapes to shoot through instead. I love exploring ideas that still feel creative and personal to me, while using these tools to shape the overall direction of what I create so it feels more intentional. Be sure to set up your own Linktree account and take advantage of these tools to help inspire your next shoot too! #linktreepartner

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