Landscape photographers must be flexible. I'm buggered then, as I can't even touch my toes. 😇. Great vlogs, Chris; please keep them coming, and yes, I did hit the like.
I am very lucky that I am (and have always been) an early riser. Never had a problem getting up in the morning. As we approach the summer I will have some 02:00 shoots. Worth it though to ge up in the fells when no one else is around.
A good lesson Chris. Really thought the light was going to happen. I like the critique and reflection element in this video. You'll be ready for the next go.
Chris, very good. Firstly about foreground especially as we were talking about it tonight. Agree re being flexible, some once said to me, don't forget to look behind you, which has helped me get a much better shot on more than one occasion. I take it you are using a drone now for some of your B role.
Took a walk up there yesterday Chris, just for a look around. Like you say, lots of potential, but unfortunately the weather came in and totally obscured Blencathra. Will go back soon though.
3:00 am - now that's dedication! Too bad you missed out on the pastel sunrise. But yes I agree with what you're saying in this vlog. We must be flexible and go with the flow. Let's not get so narrow minded with pre-visualizing a shot - that we miss out on other great opportunities. Lesson learned!
I've been thinking about that Alan - I am not sure what I would have done with a shot of the pink sky had I managed to get one. I am not sure it would have sat well in my portfolio. At least I have the video as a reminder.
Really enjoyed that one Chris. Im a firm believer in planning and revisiting locations many times over. As a mountain, Blencathra takes some beating and I always look at it in awe every time I drive by, in fact, Ive been by it today enroute to the Newlands valley.
I do the same Paul - most of the shots in my portfolio come from visiting a location over and over again. I am typically working between 12 and 18 locations at any one time. But once I get the shot, the location gets retired and I move on to something else.
I can understand the need to "retire" a shot and move on as a professional. Personally, as an amateur, I will return to "successful " shots from time to time. Over the years I have come to realise that landscape photography invloves a lot of legwork and standing about!
Great video Chris. Drone footage, b roll, music suited the scene. All in all fantastic. Blencathra has to rate as one of my top 3 summits in the lakes.
You did not mention this time, but I like the continued use of drone shots as B Roll. It adds a cinematic touch and serves as a subtle change of pace. Very Nice !
Chris - I feel you. Your video is almost identical to the one I have queued for release tomorrow. I was at Zion NP wanting a shot of the Watchman with the river in the foreground. I wasn't paying attention to the light elsewhere till I happened to glance over.... It was a mad panic and rush as I abandoned my original plan. LOL! Thanks for sharing!
I think this is where TH-cam holds me back James. If I didn't have to worry about filming, I think I would be able to react better to what was going on around me.
@@ChrisSalePhoto Absolutely. It's especially difficult if you are trying to get the best quality video using a separate camera, tripod, wireless mic, etc. I'm not sure how some people do it. I use just my Osmo Pocket 2 and wireless mic and rarely set up another tripod simply because it takes too much time to add all the additional gear. Regardless, I enjoy all of your content!
Great video and yes the weather is not always like promised in the weather forecast. If you wanna show the mountain like the main object the image has a to dominant foreground that will get all the focus in the image, but the image like it is isn't a bad one? Maybe I didn't react before, but did you start flying a Drone? I really like the b-roll sequences with the drone. Greetings from Norway
Chris, I think that most of us are guilty of tunnel vision. I know that I have spent countless evenings working on the same composition when clearly the light and the weather are working better for a different subject at the location. Usually, I am better at avoiding tunnel vision when I am on a photography trip. Still, last year we revisited Badlands National Park, and I fell into the trap of being overly focused on the perfect composition. Thanks for sharing. Peace and Safe Travels -Craig
@@ChrisSalePhoto I agree TH-cam adds a level of complexity to our landscape photography outings. While editing my videos and watching others, I have noticed that sometimes we will frame up a very lovely composition for use as B-roll. And sometimes, not always, that composition would have made for a better photograph. Generally, I see it in videos where we are not sure of the photograph that we made while on location. By the way, I love the addition of the drone B-roll shots. It adds another level to the story when you are on location.
Liking the drone shots. It looks like you’ve really thought about it rather than shove it up and hope for the best. You could do a follow me shot on the way out so we can see overall where you have to walk to etc this would also give us an idea of the isolation and effort you take to get somewhere to shoot.
That would be great Wilson, but I only have a Mavic Mini which has limited functionality and does have a follow me mode. That being said, I was given it by a friend and I am everso grateful. I love using it for my videos and think it has added and extra element.
Great points, and your dedication is awesome. This is a "low activity" period for my photography, but watching your videos is always very inspiring. Thanks !
Great advice Chris, so many times I have missed out on good shots because I’ve not managed to be quick enough, or I’ve been prefixed on a particular shot or location. It’s usually because I’m trying to get to a certain location in time, and don’t stop to take an image that appears when i’m on my way because I’m in a rush to get to that spot! It’s hard to get right! I’ve taken to being prepared to grab a quick handheld shot at least if I can, and that approach has paid off at times. S
Hello Chris, Always fun to watch your presentations. I liked the sunrise shot actually. I do notice you don't ever seem to try to shoot some things pano, with multiple shots and stitch them...and I think it would work a lot on what you shoot. Maybe give that a shot and then that will allow you to crop in a bit to get the exact framing you are after. Just a suggestion....hoping to see you try some of that. Have a GREAT day!! CC
Hi CC - I have tried that before, I did a video on it a few years back. But I've never been a lover of panos - I don't know why. I sometimes wonder if it's because I share most of my work on social media and panos just don't work very well on there. My mate Ewan Dunsmuir does some wonderful panoramas - really good stuff. But then he mostly sells HUGE prints.
Agree with your criticisms and summing up. I'm a bit opposite from you which ain't good either. I set out on a mission and get distracted too easily. The siren's song would destroy me no problem!
More often than not, I find myself having to go back to a location time and time again to get decent conditions. But when they do align, makes me feel all that was worth it and do it again 😂 great message and loved the photo critique towards the end.
That is my approach too. Most of the photos in my portfolio come from revisiting a location many times. It takes me a while to find the composition and then to match the conditions to the scene. But once a shot has made it into my portfolio, I then retire it and move on to something else.
Hi Chris, haven't seen any new videos in awhile, I hope everything is OK and you are doing well, cheers Howard
Chris - hope you are doing well! Miss your videos!
I hope that you are doing well, Chris - all the best for this holiday season!
Sending best wishes mate hope you’re ok.
You called it a day Chris?
Chris, where are you????
Landscape photographers must be flexible.
I'm buggered then, as I can't even touch my toes. 😇.
Great vlogs, Chris; please keep them coming, and yes, I did hit the like.
Where are you Chris? What happened to your regular TH-cam videos? Haven't seen you in many months.
Hi Chris. Been wondering where you've been and hope all is well. Missed your videos lately. Best wishes & good health for 2023.
That sky was absolutely stunning Chris! I'd have loved to have been up there!
It was a lovely morning Ash, a pleasure to be out with the camera.
Enjoyed the video as always. The image from Tewet tarn is spectacular. Might have to venture up there next trip up.
Not so keen on that shot from Tewet Tarn Chris, I don't really like the tones. It is no longer in my portfolio.
I enjoy these “morning in the life” videos, Chris. Happy shooting.
A valuable lesson there mate. I'm constantly guilty of being narrow focused despite better information being available!! lol
When talking about your narrow focus, are we talking about your obsession with snacks?
@@ChrisSalePhoto Maybe lol
Great points Chris! Dedication getting up there that early! Part of what keeps photography fun and exciting is the variability in conditions.
I am very lucky that I am (and have always been) an early riser. Never had a problem getting up in the morning. As we approach the summer I will have some 02:00 shoots. Worth it though to ge up in the fells when no one else is around.
A good lesson Chris. Really thought the light was going to happen. I like the critique and reflection element in this video. You'll be ready for the next go.
Absolutely Miguel - I actually feel quite optimistic about the composition that I dug out of the b-roll for this video.
Rare visit back to the lakes next week for 3 days of photography and golf so looking for inspiration and always enjoy your vlogs and locations.
Chris, very good. Firstly about foreground especially as we were talking about it tonight. Agree re being flexible, some once said to me, don't forget to look behind you, which has helped me get a much better shot on more than one occasion. I take it you are using a drone now for some of your B role.
Hi Rod - yeah, I have a Mavic Mini - really enjoy using it for video, but it only shoots JPEG so I won't be using it for photography.
Took a walk up there yesterday Chris, just for a look around. Like you say, lots of potential, but unfortunately the weather came in and totally obscured Blencathra. Will go back soon though.
3:00 am - now that's dedication! Too bad you missed out on the pastel sunrise. But yes I agree with what you're saying in this vlog. We must be flexible and go with the flow. Let's not get so narrow minded with pre-visualizing a shot - that we miss out on other great opportunities. Lesson learned!
I've been thinking about that Alan - I am not sure what I would have done with a shot of the pink sky had I managed to get one. I am not sure it would have sat well in my portfolio. At least I have the video as a reminder.
Chris, hope you are well. We miss your VLOGS
Really enjoyed that one Chris. Im a firm believer in planning and revisiting locations many times over. As a mountain, Blencathra takes some beating and I always look at it in awe every time I drive by, in fact, Ive been by it today enroute to the Newlands valley.
I do the same Paul - most of the shots in my portfolio come from visiting a location over and over again. I am typically working between 12 and 18 locations at any one time. But once I get the shot, the location gets retired and I move on to something else.
I can understand the need to "retire" a shot and move on as a professional. Personally, as an amateur, I will return to "successful " shots from time to time. Over the years I have come to realise that landscape photography invloves a lot of legwork and standing about!
Great video Chris. Drone footage, b roll, music suited the scene. All in all fantastic. Blencathra has to rate as one of my top 3 summits in the lakes.
You did not mention this time, but I like the continued use of drone shots as B Roll. It adds a cinematic touch and serves as a subtle change of pace. Very Nice !
Thank you Timothy - I will try to keep the drone shots in future videos.
Chris - I feel you. Your video is almost identical to the one I have queued for release tomorrow. I was at Zion NP wanting a shot of the Watchman with the river in the foreground. I wasn't paying attention to the light elsewhere till I happened to glance over.... It was a mad panic and rush as I abandoned my original plan. LOL! Thanks for sharing!
I think this is where TH-cam holds me back James. If I didn't have to worry about filming, I think I would be able to react better to what was going on around me.
@@ChrisSalePhoto Absolutely. It's especially difficult if you are trying to get the best quality video using a separate camera, tripod, wireless mic, etc. I'm not sure how some people do it. I use just my Osmo Pocket 2 and wireless mic and rarely set up another tripod simply because it takes too much time to add all the additional gear. Regardless, I enjoy all of your content!
Great video and yes the weather is not always like promised in the weather forecast. If you wanna show the mountain like the main object the image has a to dominant foreground that will get all the focus in the image, but the image like it is isn't a bad one? Maybe I didn't react before, but did you start flying a Drone? I really like the b-roll sequences with the drone.
Greetings from Norway
Chris, I think that most of us are guilty of tunnel vision. I know that I have spent countless evenings working on the same composition when clearly the light and the weather are working better for a different subject at the location. Usually, I am better at avoiding tunnel vision when I am on a photography trip. Still, last year we revisited Badlands National Park, and I fell into the trap of being overly focused on the perfect composition. Thanks for sharing. Peace and Safe Travels -Craig
It is a difficult problem to over come I think Craig, particularly if you are filming yourself as well. There is so much to think about.
@@ChrisSalePhoto I agree TH-cam adds a level of complexity to our landscape photography outings. While editing my videos and watching others, I have noticed that sometimes we will frame up a very lovely composition for use as B-roll. And sometimes, not always, that composition would have made for a better photograph. Generally, I see it in videos where we are not sure of the photograph that we made while on location. By the way, I love the addition of the drone B-roll shots. It adds another level to the story when you are on location.
Liking the drone shots. It looks like you’ve really thought about it rather than shove it up and hope for the best. You could do a follow me shot on the way out so we can see overall where you have to walk to etc this would also give us an idea of the isolation and effort you take to get somewhere to shoot.
That would be great Wilson, but I only have a Mavic Mini which has limited functionality and does have a follow me mode. That being said, I was given it by a friend and I am everso grateful. I love using it for my videos and think it has added and extra element.
Great points, and your dedication is awesome. This is a "low activity" period for my photography, but watching your videos is always very inspiring. Thanks !
I think clough head may offer a better perspective, much higher and should be great for sunset too.
Great advice Chris, so many times I have missed out on good shots because I’ve not managed to be quick enough, or I’ve been prefixed on a particular shot or location. It’s usually because I’m trying to get to a certain location in time, and don’t stop to take an image that appears when i’m on my way because I’m in a rush to get to that spot! It’s hard to get right! I’ve taken to being prepared to grab a quick handheld shot at least if I can, and that approach has paid off at times. S
Hello Chris,
Always fun to watch your presentations. I liked the sunrise shot actually.
I do notice you don't ever seem to try to shoot some things pano, with multiple shots and stitch them...and I think it would work a lot on what you shoot.
Maybe give that a shot and then that will allow you to crop in a bit to get the exact framing you are after. Just a suggestion....hoping to see you try some of that.
Have a GREAT day!!
CC
Hi CC - I have tried that before, I did a video on it a few years back. But I've never been a lover of panos - I don't know why. I sometimes wonder if it's because I share most of my work on social media and panos just don't work very well on there. My mate Ewan Dunsmuir does some wonderful panoramas - really good stuff. But then he mostly sells HUGE prints.
@@ChrisSalePhoto Hi Chris - miss your videos - grounding great insight for your followers. My best wishes to you.
Agree with your criticisms and summing up. I'm a bit opposite from you which ain't good either. I set out on a mission and get distracted too easily. The siren's song would destroy me no problem!
I guess it is going to be a case of trying to strike a balance between the 2 extremes Tony. I shall keep trying!
Yes im wondering the same , where did Chris go, his I nsta account and website are not active either 🤔
Great video what's the music
More often than not, I find myself having to go back to a location time and time again to get decent conditions. But when they do align, makes me feel all that was worth it and do it again 😂 great message and loved the photo critique towards the end.
That is my approach too. Most of the photos in my portfolio come from revisiting a location many times. It takes me a while to find the composition and then to match the conditions to the scene. But once a shot has made it into my portfolio, I then retire it and move on to something else.
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Where have you gone??????
Are you ok Chris, youve not posted anything for a while.
Anyone know if Chris is ok?
chris, do you have a drone? good idea for a landscape photographer videos. best wishes marcus
Yes Marcus, I have a drone. I use it to add a bit of movement to the b-roll in my videos, rather than just static shots.
@@ChrisSalePhoto i like it makes your videos a 10+. Before the drone they are only a 10 ;-) take care i like yor stuff
Wonder what happened to Chris? I wonder if he's had to go back into corporate work. Wouldn't blame him if he has to be honest. Trying times indeed
There have been a couple photographers that have dropped from the map, Owen Clarke has also stopped uploading too it's a shame
Maybe there's a chance of a return... he's back on Instagram.....
Flexibility is key, your right, if you can't see what you came for look for something else
Why are there no more videos? is everything OK ?
Hi Chris. Missing your videos. Hope you are ok. Geoff R.
I would recommend MWIS weather report (Mountain Weather Information System) rather than BBC. It is much more accurate.
Where is Chris?
Hey Chris, No vids in a few months, are you ok?
Chris explains his absence on his Kofe account.
Thanks, I did check out his Ko-fi account. I have watched his videos from the first one and was concerned by his absence.
Are you done with TH-cam, Chris?
it looks like he is done with photography in general. all his accounts have been inactive for months
@@S.F.D.R That’s a shame
Hope you're doing okay.
No plan survives first contact with the enemy.
Chris. Atleast let us know know your ok
i know right. i wonder if there's someone who knows him personally that could give us some news.
Have you quit the channel Chris? :(
Have you quit TH-cam ?
Any news on what happened to Chris, I hope all is well.
Are you ok Chris, youve not posted anything for a while.