First, the production of this video is absolutely excellent. Second, I cried my eyes out twice-at the waterfall spilling over the ice shelf, and at your encounter with the walrus. I had to stop the video each time and let myself sob … because such a trip is my oldest dream. As a child I wanted a polar or Arctic voyage. That dream has been with me the longest in my life. Now at 78 I am unable to travel. Thank you, Mads, for bringing it to me.
So well said! Also cried over the walrus photo, it was something in his way of looking back to the humans. Maybe I’m just being sensitive because of all the things happening in nature right now, it makes me so sad. I also wish I had magic skills so that I could help you make that trip! Cried even more when I read your text 😅. We are lucky to at least have Mads making these beautiful videos, taking us along to experience this wonderful world we live in 🩵
Fabulous and thank you for showing this amazing video. You always produce the best. Music, editing, images, everything is so beautiful. Such a contrast from where I live in Singapore.
As much as I enjoyed the scenery it was your annihilation of the ship's food and beverage supplies that I'll remember and look forward to most next year... Great shots mate!
Loved watching this - so many great memories with good friends! And what a place.. You have made me want to edit my photos quicker now... I loved your iceberg shots and the walrus was amazing!!!!
Thank you so much, Nigel! It was great spending these past couple of weeks with you! There is literally no one who can light up like a Christmas tree like you when you know you get an amazing shot! 😁
The walrus photo is amazing. Everything is lined up even the small iceberg in the foreground is lined up in the middle. That really hard as you sail by. Great job Mads!
I have been to Spitsbergen,Iceland and Greenland on 3 occasions over the year's but only on cruise ships but on each of the occasions Spitsbergen was different especially the magdalena fjord which had less ice each visit, also sailed through ice that on one occasion stopped the ship docking because of possibly getting trapped ,also saw Walrus but your photography blows me away and makes me want to bin the ones l took with a small camera in auto mode. Learn a lot since then and use a old but better camera and no longer use auto mode, regret not changing year's ago Brilliant video outstanding pictures thank you
Yes, I certainly enjoyed the video and photos. They bring back fond memories of my trip into the same area. The drone shots provided a special perspective of the area. Thanks.
Having watched Thomas Heaton's Svalbard series and knowing you were heading here Mads, I knew you would share some epic content from your trip and man did you start off your series with a bang. With the current extreme weather conditions across the globe, your video is such a timely reminder of the fragility of this beautiful and diverse planet we live on. Cannot wait to see next week's installment
Wow, wow, wow Mads! Incredible video, drone footage and photos, totally awe-inspiring. Like many others, I felt very emotional watching this - both from the spectacular beauty that you captured and the absolute purity of your images. A whole other level of awe-someness!
Mads... you have outdone yourself again!! THose images are just STUNNING!!! If I could I'd get the next flight and go there from Australia!! Maybe one day, but for now I can enjoy that beautiful location through your eyes...Your a MASTER of the craft. Cheers
When the valves go it’s usually the motor or most often the relay so I just change them. The relays are often under rated so I fit a higher rated one, and after that they don’t fail. I guess it’s manufacturers saving on pennies.
I think I've just seen the most epic photograph I've ever seen. That walrus, just staring at you, gave me chills. The drone shots were great and so were the low contrast bird images but nothing compares to that walrus shot. Absolutely AMAZING image!!!
Was really interested in booking a trip like this found the company website and then see the price per person and come to the realisation that I'll probably never get to witness this scenery, such a shame, but glad to see it in your video, looks stunning.
Everything is insane. That place looks so peaceful and the shots are 😮. Waiting to hear you about the Tamron 50-400 which I own and use actively for landscapes with good light.
Mads, you make minimalism look amazing. Always love your energy and passion in your adventures and photography. Can't wait to see your adventure and impressions of Anartica
Wow wow wow ! nature at its best ! some beautiful images and video Mads, as for the walrus, the perfect image ! many thanks for my armchair journey with you guys ! cheers from NZ
Hello Mads, I just KNEW that you would get the Tamron 50-400 😎 I now have it, too, and I love it. Together with the 16-35 PZ a really practical package!
Super jealous! I've falling in love with Benjamin Hardman's stuff from Iceland and makes me want to go so bad. I've seen a couple of different photographers videos from Svalbard and I would so love to be able to go there as well. My wife and I are planning to do a Norwegian Cruise to Iceland next year, I know we won't get as close as you you guys get but still exciting to see.
Absolutely stunning images, Mads. Loved the walrus, he was definitely looking at you! The waterfall was splendid along with the epic scenery. Looking forward to seeing more. 🇦🇺
What a stunning landscaping! Also I love your style of storytelling for these trips! Hopefully my work schedule allows me to try to get a spot for my girlfriend and me next year 😊
Amazing video and such stunning scenery. Don't know how hard it was to get a drone permit but it was sure worth it. Those glacial waterfalls are mesmerising! Think you deserve a pat on the back for the bird shots too, they are very crisp and clear.
Amazing video Mads ! The drone shots with the waterfall is out of this world ..... stunning !!!!!!! I love the walrus picture with the birds a lot. Great work !!!!
Wow epic drone shots of this magical winter wonderland. Cool shots of the waterfalls and oh my gosh that film capture of the walrus is the icing on the cake,amazing🤩 Congratulations on this Mads, great work.
First, the production of this video is absolutely excellent.
Second, I cried my eyes out twice-at the waterfall spilling over the ice shelf, and at your encounter with the walrus. I had to stop the video each time and let myself sob … because such a trip is my oldest dream. As a child I wanted a polar or Arctic voyage. That dream has been with me the longest in my life. Now at 78 I am unable to travel. Thank you, Mads, for bringing it to me.
So well said! Also cried over the walrus photo, it was something in his way of looking back to the humans. Maybe I’m just being sensitive because of all the things happening in nature right now, it makes me so sad. I also wish I had magic skills so that I could help you make that trip! Cried even more when I read your text 😅. We are lucky to at least have Mads making these beautiful videos, taking us along to experience this wonderful world we live in 🩵
Fabulous and thank you for showing this amazing video. You always produce the best. Music, editing, images, everything is so beautiful. Such a contrast from where I live in Singapore.
As much as I enjoyed the scenery it was your annihilation of the ship's food and beverage supplies that I'll remember and look forward to most next year... Great shots mate!
Hahaha! And I pay the price now 😂
Thanks a lot, buddy!
Love the walrus picture two curious minds staring at each other
The walrus with the flock of birds flying over it - oh my!!!
He looking at you --- after all, you are in his world as a visitor.
I was moved to tears by that walrus shot.
I just love watching your sheer joy in being there. The photos are amazing but your enthusiasm really makes me want to go
Loved watching this - so many great memories with good friends! And what a place.. You have made me want to edit my photos quicker now... I loved your iceberg shots and the walrus was amazing!!!!
Thank you so much, Nigel! It was great spending these past couple of weeks with you! There is literally no one who can light up like a Christmas tree like you when you know you get an amazing shot! 😁
The walrus photo is amazing. Everything is lined up even the small iceberg in the foreground is lined up in the middle. That really hard as you sail by. Great job Mads!
That shot of the Walrus with the birds.. Is magic !!!
The drone videos were stunning. The photos were amazing. Not hard to see why you were excited. The walrus shot so cool.
Was great to share the bird cliff experience with you in the zodiac. Amazing photography, thanks and cheers.
Just wow! The walrus shot! Love your enthusiasm, your photos just make me smile :)
I have been to Spitsbergen,Iceland and Greenland on 3 occasions over the year's but only on cruise ships but on each of the occasions Spitsbergen was different especially the magdalena fjord which had less ice each visit, also sailed through ice that on one occasion stopped the ship docking because of possibly getting trapped ,also saw Walrus but your photography blows me away and makes me want to bin the ones l took with a small camera in auto mode. Learn a lot since then and use a old but better camera and no longer use auto mode, regret not changing year's ago Brilliant video outstanding pictures thank you
Thanks for taking me along
wow,wow,wow, such beautiful images and such a wonderful video. Thank you. xxx
Your minimal walrus is exquisite!
That Walrus though 🤩🤩🤩❤
Yes, I certainly enjoyed the video and photos. They bring back fond memories of my trip into the same area. The drone shots provided a special perspective of the area. Thanks.
Wow. 👏Those drone images, just amazing. 🤩Incredible. Must be one of your best landscape images. 👍👍
The walrus photo was fantastic. I will see you there next August!
Having watched Thomas Heaton's Svalbard series and knowing you were heading here Mads, I knew you would share some epic content from your trip and man did you start off your series with a bang. With the current extreme weather conditions across the globe, your video is such a timely reminder of the fragility of this beautiful and diverse planet we live on. Cannot wait to see next week's installment
Remember to ABC always bring camera. As you mentioned it is not gear but it is bring a camera and enjoy the scenery!
Wow, wow, wow Mads! Incredible video, drone footage and photos, totally awe-inspiring. Like many others, I felt very emotional watching this - both from the spectacular beauty that you captured and the absolute purity of your images. A whole other level of awe-someness!
Hi! AMAZING video and incredible photos. Walrus image is stunning! Congratulations!!!
Danke!
Your enthusiasm is so enjoyable! Of course, so is your photo talent. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
Outstanding video & photography - and so much for minimalism vs. cluttered foregrounds 😏
Wonderful and stunning images. The walrus wow.
Finally some ice ! 😁👏👌
That walrus photo...what a glorious subject. It inspires awe of nature, and in me, at least, such a desire to protect it.
This is absolutely incredible
Outstanding video! Although I loved the scene images the walrus portraits incredible!
Wow! It is blown away !!!
Mannnn, just incredible!
Good to see you are using the Tamron 50/400. It’s an incredible lens.
Magical....as all your work.
The fog + calm water, reminds me of that Valhala Rising scene
Stunning place! Can’t wait to go in 2025
Amazing photos and video work, just love that landscape, so beautiful. 🤩
Mads... you have outdone yourself again!! THose images are just STUNNING!!! If I could I'd get the next flight and go there from Australia!! Maybe one day, but for now I can enjoy that beautiful location through your eyes...Your a MASTER of the craft. Cheers
Thank you so, so much!! 🙏
Beautiful Mads! Great pics of the Silvia Earle too. Looking forward to being aboard her in the Antarctic with you guys next Feb!!!
What a neat trip! Great job Mads. Looking forward to the next videos in the series.
Thank you, Sean, they're already out ;)
Great production and stills as always.
Absolutely stunning fredfyldthed.
great video amazing photograhy thank you for sharing blown away yet again
When the valves go it’s usually the motor or most often the relay so I just change them. The relays are often under rated so I fit a higher rated one, and after that they don’t fail. I guess it’s manufacturers saving on pennies.
W-O-W !!!!! no words!
Absolutely stunning video and images Mads ..
Looks awesome! just stunning.
That guy in the background, at about 12 minutes: "Jeez, can't you just shut up for a while?" 🙂
I saw that! He's like, you're ruining the moment man!
Fantastic trip!
The breathtaking beauty of some of my favorite photography youtubers in one video... and the scenery is great too I guess
Fabulous video and photography
Fantastic video , photos are amazing
I think I've just seen the most epic photograph I've ever seen. That walrus, just staring at you, gave me chills. The drone shots were great and so were the low contrast bird images but nothing compares to that walrus shot. Absolutely AMAZING image!!!
Was really interested in booking a trip like this found the company website and then see the price per person and come to the realisation that I'll probably never get to witness this scenery, such a shame, but glad to see it in your video, looks stunning.
Mads, all the images were fantastic but, you’re drone shots were beyond this world beautiful!!!! Thank You!!!!!
Wow, that image of the Walrus at 13:00 was just amazing, thanks for sharing a great video Mads
Excellent video and pictures !
Awesome photos and videos thanks for sharing ❤
stunning
Absolutely exquisite images Mads, the Walrus with the birds was beautiful and the Walrus on his own was perfection. You are one lucky guy 👌
Great Video! When have you been there? March, April, May,....? Best Regards, Oliver
Everything is insane. That place looks so peaceful and the shots are 😮. Waiting to hear you about the Tamron 50-400 which I own and use actively for landscapes with good light.
Mads, you make minimalism look amazing. Always love your energy and passion in your adventures and photography. Can't wait to see your adventure and impressions of Anartica
incredible!!
Your encounter with the walrus was so, so beautiful. Melted my heart. ❤❤❤❤❤ The drone shots were mind blowing. ❤❤❤❤❤❤ Thanks Mads for this series.
I have wildlife photography envy of that face-on walrus shot. Just simply devine. Fabulous video and such beautiful scenery. Thank you!
Great Mads and the Noobs 😅🙌🌱
Amazing!
What a cracking video Mads, can feel your excitement and emotion, them Walrus images were great 🥰
Awesome! Hope you guys did a roundtable discussion after this. 👍🥂
I was there a few years ago. It is an excellent location for black and white photography.
So much cloud and mist yet no shortage of light! Amazing photos :)
What an amazing place to visit. Amazing photos and video!
Wow wow wow ! nature at its best ! some beautiful images and video Mads, as for the walrus, the perfect image ! many thanks for my armchair journey with you guys ! cheers from NZ
Hello Mads, I just KNEW that you would get the Tamron 50-400 😎 I now have it, too, and I love it. Together with the 16-35 PZ a really practical package!
Super jealous! I've falling in love with Benjamin Hardman's stuff from Iceland and makes me want to go so bad. I've seen a couple of different photographers videos from Svalbard and I would so love to be able to go there as well. My wife and I are planning to do a Norwegian Cruise to Iceland next year, I know we won't get as close as you you guys get but still exciting to see.
Thank you for another amazing video and that Walrus, wow what a handsome animal. Your photos captured the beauty of that area as they always do.
Sorry we couldn't talk more on the airport when you arrived. I have much to show you up here in Longyearbyen.
The photos are absolutely amazing.
I hope I can be as brave as you and be less self-consious about vlogging near others :D
This is absolutely breathtaking - what amazing footage and photos. I had goosebumps watching it
Absolutely stunning images, Mads. Loved the walrus, he was definitely looking at you! The waterfall was splendid along with the epic scenery. Looking forward to seeing more. 🇦🇺
Beautiful photos that really capture the essence of the location, not some generic "minimalist" photos that could have been taken anywhere. Superb!
Amazing work Mad's love your excitement love your work. Only visited Iceland for the first time in May and was excited as you.
What a stunning landscaping! Also I love your style of storytelling for these trips!
Hopefully my work schedule allows me to try to get a spot for my girlfriend and me next year 😊
Og DER rykket Svalbard opp på bucketlisten min :D
Fantastiske bilder og video Mads. ;)
That looks like an awesome trip! The Ice/waterfall images are my favorites.
Wow! What a stunning video. Just a magical landscape. That walrus image was in a special league....outstanding...thank you for sharing ❤
Amazing video and such stunning scenery. Don't know how hard it was to get a drone permit but it was sure worth it. Those glacial waterfalls are mesmerising! Think you deserve a pat on the back for the bird shots too, they are very crisp and clear.
Welcome to wildlife photography. Might we see you on safari in Africa sometime soon? :-)))
What cruise company did you go with?
Mads this is fantastic! The shots captured are mind blowing 🤯…can’t wait for next year !!!!
I'm wondering what is the black part from the ice, it surely is not dirty out there
What a stunning landscape! Great job Mads! Thank you for sharing!
Amazing! great job Mads 🙌
Wow! I am speechless! The shots are so incredible. I would freak out if I can one day get photos like these! 🤩
Amazing video Mads ! The drone shots with the waterfall is out of this world ..... stunning !!!!!!!
I love the walrus picture with the birds a lot. Great work !!!!
Wow epic drone shots of this magical winter wonderland. Cool shots of the waterfalls and oh my gosh that film capture of the walrus is the icing on the cake,amazing🤩 Congratulations on this Mads, great work.