For what it's worth.. I've been following you for years, and these field-based videos showing you out in nature and focused outside of the normal TH-cam grind are always my favorites. It's like we're brought along for the ride while you explore two things you're so obviously passionate about (nature and photography). I'm deeply in love with both subjects, but don't work the sort of career that let's me enjoy them as often as I'd like. Your videos give me that sense of connection despite being stuck in a corporate office.
Hi @Thomas, I’m feeling very demotivated these days, looking like every door is closed and I’m not gonna make it. But your videos are the only thing that is giving me some positivity, some light. Thankyou And the picture of the tree is looking like a painting. You are an amazing Artist. ❤️
Landscape photography is more than just landscape photography. I often find the photograph itself to be a bonus, although functioning as a main driving force to get out there and experience. Thanks again for another beautiful video filled with passion and love for the outdoors!
Excellent call on when to move on or stay. Good advice to have a possible back up composition in these instances where you know the conditions may not pan out on your main interest. Thank you for all your content sir.
Pffft. Drove 1,000 kms for the day just to see if there was anything worth photographing. There was, but not that trip. Love your videos. Such a refreshing change from many others.
It's funny, you talk up/down the image/s you're taking so much that one would be mistaken into thinking that they're going to be mediocre or 'not that great', then we see the image/s and they're breathtaking.... every. single. image... it really is magical. Top notch mate.
I have to say these are my favourite kind of vlogs. Reminiscent of your earlier ones before you were quite so famous :) Inspirational as always. Thank you!
Every time I watch one of your videos I want more stuff, photography stuff, videography stuff, hiking stuff... it’s honestly not a bad thing, really I’m saying that I think your videos are really well put together and beautiful to watch.
I've only recently discovered your work Thomas and I have to say you're already one of my favourite landscape photographers. Your attitude towards photography and other people in general is exemplary. You're inspiring and I'm sure I'm not alone in thinking you give other the courage to just get out there and try. Thank you 👍
Good video because it shows the reality of landscape photography, main thing is to enjoy the scenery and being outdoors just as much as taking pictures and then it evens out.
This is a back-to-the-roots Thomas Heaton video and i love it! love the camping, the location, the failure, the vlog-style and the final picture! thank you Thomas!
I cant help but think you would fall so far in love with an Oly EM1mkii 12-40pro or 12-100pro. Hi-res mode and you are set. Small carbon tripod.. so good. Awesome video as usual!!!
I really like the way you are growing! Your style much more refined and really explaining what caught your eye! A true sign of professionalism! You truly are becoming a Great Photographer! I will keep following!
Loved the only image you took, very simple but a nice woodland shot. Always next time, the light might be more favourable. Any visits planned to your local coastline. Love Seascape Photography.
I set my gear up to capture a waterfall in The Rockies a couple of weeks ago and had in mind for a long exposure but didn't bargain on wind blowing the lovely colourful trees and I got wound up by the slightest breeze blurring the a tree I had prominently in the composition. Got home and on reviewing the shots and I'm most happy with the blurriest; as you said it was the colour that mattered not the clarity of a single leaf. If only I'd seen this vid beforehand I could have saved myself some serious angst. Great work once again Tom :)
Getting out and camping is worth the effort and the experience is very rewarding. If you happen to capture an image as well then you have a bonus. I enjoyed this video Tom and the sentiments you express about the photographic opportunity. Cheers.x
Nice when you can FEEL the light change. Still a good capture when the image in mind doesn’t happen. Lemonade out of lemon for sure. Thanks for sharing
I like the fact that you choose to not concentrate on having sharp leaves rather capturing the color and mood...sometimes i get too mich disturbed if leaves are not sharp in my photos... thanks for making another great video
Glad to see you back out in a tent Tom! Wonderful video, I really enjoy the explanation about the blurry leaves. Looking forward to watching the next one, Cheers!
That was quite amazing ! from 13:48 to 13:49 it was obvious in the video that the light had warmed up significantly, I imagine it must have been quite astonishing on site!
I really enjoy the camping and hillwalking videos! Shame you missed out on the bigger shots, but I think the tree was a good choice. "Painterly" is definitely the word - quite impressionistic.
Fabulous video again Tom. I love the camping videos. Your original wild camping video is what inspired me to start my wild camping youtube channel. There's no finer feeling than opening your tent overlooking the fells and lakes. I've only recently begun to take the photography side of things a little more seriously. Great tips as always...Oh and well jealous of the camper. 😀. Thanks for sharing. Paul
I may be at work right now but I will show you watching this when I get home And by the way there's nothing wrong spending the night somewhere in the woods for a photograph the next morning I've done it many times that I've enjoyed it many times
Oh nice, walla crag starting from the ashness bridge was my very first hike in the lakedistrict 2 month ago! Thanks for that video Thomas, brings back all memorys! And what a beautiful shot of that tree i really like that and the squarecrop is just a perfect match!
If you enjoyed the experience, it's always worth it. Out around Castleton today, walking in the rain with our border collie desperate to explore. The images ain't much to write home about, but loved the outing. Well being sky high.
The big suction camera mount in your windscreen is illegal by the way. You need to mount it so the cups are outside the sweep of the wiper blades. You are only permitted a maximum of 40mm diameter of obscured area in the swept area of the screen. Basically the size of the old tax disc holder, for obvious reasons.
My own passion for photography is really about capturing hiking and camping experiences - so I really appreciate and admire these videos especially. An area that challenges me on my longer trips is the weight of gear. Mostly, I just don't worry and carry a little heavy - however, the tripod has long been the one item that challenges me. I recently picked up a special tripod head plate that allows me to use my hiking poles as two of the legs and a pole as the third. I'd be interested in hearing your take on lightweight tripods and their alternatives (like Gorillapods). The item I used on my lasts two week-long hikes was called the TrailPix Ultralight tripod.
Nice to see you out on the fells with the tent. Reminded me of your earlier vlogs and agree with what you said as sometimes the experience can be its own reward even if you don't get the image you set out to get
Tom, We loved the video and the thought you put into finding another opportunity (lemon vs lemonade I guess) and your final shot. I tend to focus (no pun intended) on sharpness and have learned an alternative view on the value of softness. Thank you.
I love this channel. The vlogs and the the music really goes with it perfectly! I look forward to every one you put out! Keep up the great content! I love it!
Rydal water car park...Derwent water??? Portrait of a birch tree, 1:1 square crop...mostly...works best for trees. Love the camping concept for weight saving. Not too sure about the rehydrate food though...rather bring some sandwiches; and beer of course. Great to see you don't simply boost the ISO to get the shot. Square crop = square space, more squareness than you could shake stick at. Gotta keep your sponsor happy man, you almost forgot to include them in the first part of the video anyway. Thanks Tom for sharing and all you do for photography + creative inspiration.
not a fan of vlogs but have to say I enjoy this one, not really a landscape shooter but find the images on here a refreshing change to a lot of other landscape phvlologgers (new term?) not a bombastic or predictable
I really love all of your videos Thomas. You make me want to go out and shoot. Very inspiring in all that you talk about. Would hope to one of these days meeting up with you. Also love your IG page as well. Cheers!!!
Beautiful image! Love the wild camp adventures which have inspired me to put a rucksack and 2 man tent on my xmas list and hopefully get out and do some in the lakes or Scotland, cheers.
The journey the place but eventually all came down to why I love watching your videos. You found something that not many would. Love the shot. Take care, Sithee 😁👍
Nice image, also good to see that blurry is fine :) One thing, it looks like that the top of the tree is cut but that may not be the case and the white line around the square gives that effect
I see what you were going for with the lower contrast/clarity ethereal look, but I think it's overcooked (or maybe the scene was naturally overcooked). The softness from the leaves takes away the little contrast left. I think the photo could use some more dynamic range with some deeper tones.
Thomas, really your videos, very informative and encouraging for my own photography.Did you ever explore the mirrorless camera option. The latest inovations in all the aspects of cameras and lens, seems the new way to go.
Very nice episode again Thomas. Love your camping videos from the UK. Thoroughly enjoyed it! Now was that little Nigel Danson quote sneakily thrown in on purpose? ;-).
Where I live, in contrast, everything surrounds you is great composition to me, eventually you took a rather simple shot, I think a shot inside the forest showing all the beautiful green trees hiding in the shadows could look much better, it easier to delete images rather than think about those you missed, anyway I always liked the atmosphere in your videos, it's like watching mini-series with asmr :-)
You don’t know until you go. It matters not the quantity of images but the quality and I would say that the one image is a nice image but shouldn’t be the determining factor of the success of the outing. Getting out and hanging with a good friend whilst doing what you love is worth far more than a fistful of images.
The moving foliage makes the image look like a Monet. Beautiful. BTW I greatly enjoyed your Nature Visions seminars. Hope you've got your voice back by now.
Hello Thomas, thank you so much for your videos. It inspires me each day for better pictures. I just bought your 2019 calendar. I hope it’ll come to french polynesia without any problem 🙏😬. I keep an eye (even both..😬) on your channel !
Nice one Thomas.... How true that it is about being out there... I have lost count of how many times I have walked all day without taking any pictures, at least meaningful ones, but still enjoyed being out amongst nature with the good company of a dear friend.... By the way, where did you get those gloves with only the thumb and index finger cut out and flip over bit? I have been dreaming of a pair of gloves like those for years and never seen one... probably never looked hard enough LOL....
I'm pretty sure that you can have those nice warm tones in any scene by using that jacket of yours as a reflector ;) How much did your camping + photography stuff weight initially (before food and water were consumed)? Thank you for the video.
For what it's worth.. I've been following you for years, and these field-based videos showing you out in nature and focused outside of the normal TH-cam grind are always my favorites. It's like we're brought along for the ride while you explore two things you're so obviously passionate about (nature and photography). I'm deeply in love with both subjects, but don't work the sort of career that let's me enjoy them as often as I'd like. Your videos give me that sense of connection despite being stuck in a corporate office.
Hi @Thomas, I’m feeling very demotivated these days, looking like every door is closed and I’m not gonna make it. But your videos are the only thing that is giving me some positivity, some light.
Thankyou
And the picture of the tree is looking like a painting. You are an amazing Artist. ❤️
Photo or not, getting out into nature and going camping is always worth it Thomas!
Yes. 100% 👍
Landscape photography is more than just landscape photography. I often find the photograph itself to be a bonus, although functioning as a main driving force to get out there and experience.
Thanks again for another beautiful video filled with passion and love for the outdoors!
Not only your photographs and videos are beautiful, but also the way you explain your composition is fascinating. Very well done
Excellent call on when to move on or stay. Good advice to have a possible back up composition in these instances where you know the conditions may not pan out on your main interest. Thank you for all your content sir.
Pffft. Drove 1,000 kms for the day just to see if there was anything worth photographing. There was, but not that trip. Love your videos. Such a refreshing change from many others.
It's funny, you talk up/down the image/s you're taking so much that one would be mistaken into thinking that they're going to be mediocre or 'not that great', then we see the image/s and they're breathtaking.... every. single. image... it really is magical. Top notch mate.
Absolutely! The camping is as exhilarating as the perfect photo! The picture is the journey!
I have to say these are my favourite kind of vlogs. Reminiscent of your earlier ones before you were quite so famous :) Inspirational as always. Thank you!
That's very kind, thank you. I really do enjoy making these and need to spend more time in my own back garden.
@@ThomasHeatonPhoto I have to agree with Mark on this. The appeal of your videos is in part "that could be me "
Every time I watch one of your videos I want more stuff, photography stuff, videography stuff, hiking stuff... it’s honestly not a bad thing, really I’m saying that I think your videos are really well put together and beautiful to watch.
That's very kind, thank you, but dont reach for the credit card based on my videos. It gets expensive 🙂
I've only recently discovered your work Thomas and I have to say you're already one of my favourite landscape photographers. Your attitude towards photography and other people in general is exemplary. You're inspiring and I'm sure I'm not alone in thinking you give other the courage to just get out there and try.
Thank you 👍
Good video because it shows the reality of landscape photography, main thing is to enjoy the scenery and being outdoors just as much as taking pictures and then it evens out.
This is a back-to-the-roots Thomas Heaton video and i love it! love the camping, the location, the failure, the vlog-style and the final picture! thank you Thomas!
Only one image, but an amazing one. To me, it has the feeling of a painting - it's amazing!
I love seeing your preparation and BTS story. It feels calm and meditative.
I cant help but think you would fall so far in love with an Oly EM1mkii 12-40pro or 12-100pro. Hi-res mode and you are set. Small carbon tripod.. so good. Awesome video as usual!!!
I really like the way you are growing! Your style much more refined and really explaining what caught your eye! A true sign of professionalism! You truly are becoming a Great Photographer! I will keep following!
Loved the only image you took, very simple but a nice woodland shot. Always next time, the light might be more favourable. Any visits planned to your local coastline. Love Seascape Photography.
absolute beautiful country. Love this time of year!
I set my gear up to capture a waterfall in The Rockies a couple of weeks ago and had in mind for a long exposure but didn't bargain on wind blowing the lovely colourful trees and I got wound up by the slightest breeze blurring the a tree I had prominently in the composition. Got home and on reviewing the shots and I'm most happy with the blurriest; as you said it was the colour that mattered not the clarity of a single leaf. If only I'd seen this vid beforehand I could have saved myself some serious angst. Great work once again Tom :)
Getting out and camping is worth the effort and the experience is very rewarding. If you happen to capture an image as well then you have a bonus. I enjoyed this video Tom and the sentiments you express about the photographic opportunity.
Cheers.x
Nice when you can FEEL the light change. Still a good capture when the image in mind doesn’t happen. Lemonade out of lemon for sure. Thanks for sharing
What an amazing photo, I'm blown away by it! Very impressionist like
I like the fact that you choose to not concentrate on having sharp leaves rather capturing the color and mood...sometimes i get too mich disturbed if leaves are not sharp in my photos... thanks for making another great video
Glad to see you back out in a tent Tom! Wonderful video, I really enjoy the explanation about the blurry leaves. Looking forward to watching the next one, Cheers!
Just the views alone make me want to get to the lakes again! If only it wasn’t such a trek away for me.
That was quite amazing ! from 13:48 to 13:49 it was obvious in the video that the light had warmed up significantly, I imagine it must have been quite astonishing on site!
Hello Thomas, glad to see you took my advice. ' Back to Your Roots and Boots ' vlogs/videos. If it ain't broken don't fix it!
In addition to the stunnin' photography stuff, I love the vanity auto plate, F11 HTN, truly fitting for a nice bloke.
Man! I like your patience & sharp eye which looks into changing light conditions. Yet another great video
That was a classic video again, Tom. The reason I started following you was this type of content! Thanks
Beautifully soothing. You've got your mojo working again, it seems. Back to basics.
This video is Thomas at his best. This is the type of video that caused me to subscribe. Great info and entertaining as well.
You walking for thousand miles, always great journey and great documatry, that's what I love from your journey. Great mr Heaton
I have to agree with the other comments here, your camping videos are always superb. A joy to watch!
Well Thomas, it seems you´ve done a Monet with your camera.
amazing , soothing and refreshing...all at the same and in one place
Enjoy the trip and the landscape...life is not just photography....All the best, Thomas!
yeah sure.
Couldn't agree more.
Very inspirational, meaning it inspires me to get out and take my own photo excursions.
I really enjoy the camping and hillwalking videos! Shame you missed out on the bigger shots, but I think the tree was a good choice. "Painterly" is definitely the word - quite impressionistic.
Fabulous video again Tom. I love the camping videos. Your original wild camping video is what inspired me to start my wild camping youtube channel. There's no finer feeling than opening your tent overlooking the fells and lakes. I've only recently begun to take the photography side of things a little more seriously. Great tips as always...Oh and well jealous of the camper. 😀. Thanks for sharing. Paul
I agree totally. The camping vids are my fave too
@@jonfriday4641 I like to use the word adventurous. Thank you 👍
Agreed. Love those original wild camping videos
Thanks Paul. Glad you enjoyed it. Unzipping the tent at dawn is always an experience. There's usually a lot of anticipation in that moment.
I may be at work right now but I will show you watching this when I get home
And by the way there's nothing wrong spending the night somewhere in the woods for a photograph the next morning I've done it many times that I've enjoyed it many times
Those videos are really excellent. Very authentic and down to earth.
Sometimes things don't always go the way we want. Just enjoy the ride. Awesome video, btw.
thank you for share this your experience where the weather didn't help a lot. sometimes I feel like it happens just to me😊
By listening to this guy I do now understand what photography is all about. nicely done...
Oh nice, walla crag starting from the ashness bridge was my very first hike in the lakedistrict 2 month ago! Thanks for that video Thomas, brings back all memorys! And what a beautiful shot of that tree i really like that and the squarecrop is just a perfect match!
If you enjoyed the experience, it's always worth it. Out around Castleton today, walking in the rain with our border collie desperate to explore. The images ain't much to write home about, but loved the outing. Well being sky high.
The big suction camera mount in your windscreen is illegal by the way. You need to mount it so the cups are outside the sweep of the wiper blades. You are only permitted a maximum of 40mm diameter of obscured area in the swept area of the screen. Basically the size of the old tax disc holder, for obvious reasons.
it looks like a painting that could have been done by an impressionist painter (it reminds me of some Monet's painting) ! beautiful !!!
thanks Thomas for the video, these are the video’s i like the most, authentic and down to earth, the way you started!
Great image. Soft, moody, painterly. One for the wall.
My own passion for photography is really about capturing hiking and camping experiences - so I really appreciate and admire these videos especially.
An area that challenges me on my longer trips is the weight of gear. Mostly, I just don't worry and carry a little heavy - however, the tripod has long been the one item that challenges me. I recently picked up a special tripod head plate that allows me to use my hiking poles as two of the legs and a pole as the third. I'd be interested in hearing your take on lightweight tripods and their alternatives (like Gorillapods). The item I used on my lasts two week-long hikes was called the TrailPix Ultralight tripod.
4:42 This is the coolest thing I have ever seen!
I always find your Lake District the most inspiring.
Very interesting your approach to the conditions.. I actually prefer that soft pastel feel in landscapes over a pin sharp image. Thumbs up from me.
Nice to see you out on the fells with the tent. Reminded me of your earlier vlogs and agree with what you said as sometimes the experience can be its own reward even if you don't get the image you set out to get
Watching Thomas fill up that pack is oddly relaxing and satisfying
Tom, We loved the video and the thought you put into finding another opportunity (lemon vs lemonade I guess) and your final shot. I tend to focus (no pun intended) on sharpness and have learned an alternative view on the value of softness. Thank you.
Amazing shot of the tree. An ethereal quality.
Another gorgeous program to feast my eyes and ears over. Thanks Tom.
Even a bad day shooting photographs, beats a good day at work.
I love this channel. The vlogs and the the music really goes with it perfectly! I look forward to every one you put out! Keep up the great content! I love it!
Tom,
Beautiful, and my favorite time of year!
Thank-You,
Mike
It's just amazing how u find such delicate details. Thank you for your video.. Keep posting
enjoyed your video, lovely location , I find myself more and more drawn to doing landscapes now im getting on a bit .
Rydal water car park...Derwent water??? Portrait of a birch tree, 1:1 square crop...mostly...works best for trees. Love the camping concept for weight saving. Not too sure about the rehydrate food though...rather bring some sandwiches; and beer of course. Great to see you don't simply boost the ISO to get the shot. Square crop = square space, more squareness than you could shake stick at. Gotta keep your sponsor happy man, you almost forgot to include them in the first part of the video anyway. Thanks Tom for sharing and all you do for photography + creative inspiration.
That image of the tree is stunning! IMO, worth the trip.
not a fan of vlogs but have to say I enjoy this one, not really a landscape shooter but find the images on here a refreshing change to a lot of other landscape phvlologgers (new term?) not a bombastic or predictable
It may be "only" one image but what a great shot. Better than anything I've shot for the past week.. or.. month?? Very nice! 👍
Seriously my favorite youtuber. Very inspiring videos and especially images!
I really love all of your videos Thomas. You make me want to go out and shoot. Very inspiring in all that you talk about. Would hope to one of these days meeting up with you. Also love your IG page as well. Cheers!!!
on the minutes 5.18, just happy the backsound come through the video, thanks
Beautiful image! Love the wild camp adventures which have inspired me to put a rucksack and 2 man tent on my xmas list and hopefully get out and do some in the lakes or Scotland, cheers.
Great job Tom.
That photo is gorgeous.
After work on friday I'm out for a walk with my friend Mr Canon in my local park to find a tree.😎😎😎😎
The journey the place but eventually all came down to why I love watching your videos. You found something that not many would. Love the shot. Take care, Sithee 😁👍
Beautiful, almost looks like a watercolor painting...
Awesome video again Thomas it was your first wild camping video that inspired me to start TH-cam in the first place!! 🙌
So close to 300k....and when you watch vids like this you can see why. 👍🏼
Nice image, also good to see that blurry is fine :) One thing, it looks like that the top of the tree is cut but that may not be the case and the white line around the square gives that effect
The longer you stare at the tree photo, the better it gets! great eye Tom.
Thanks again for going to the trouble of bringing us along.. MP
Thanks for going to the trouble of watching the video 👍
@@ThomasHeatonPhoto Well, you take me out of the city when I can't. =-)
That was a beautiful image of that tree and yes I think it was indeed worth it, to get such a good image.
I see what you were going for with the lower contrast/clarity ethereal look, but I think it's overcooked (or maybe the scene was naturally overcooked). The softness from the leaves takes away the little contrast left. I think the photo could use some more dynamic range with some deeper tones.
You are very natural Thomas I love your videos
You are a canny photographer too!
Back to what you do best. Great vlog.
Wow Thomas I think that might be my favorite image of your YT works beautiful stuff man - Cheers
Thomas, really your videos, very informative and encouraging for my own photography.Did you ever explore the mirrorless camera option. The latest inovations in all the aspects of cameras and lens, seems the new way to go.
Very nice episode again Thomas. Love your camping videos from the UK. Thoroughly enjoyed it! Now was that little Nigel Danson quote sneakily thrown in on purpose? ;-).
Where I live, in contrast, everything surrounds you is great composition to me, eventually you took a rather simple shot, I think a shot inside the forest showing all the beautiful green trees hiding in the shadows could look much better, it easier to delete images rather than think about those you missed, anyway I always liked the atmosphere in your videos, it's like watching mini-series with asmr :-)
I really enjoyed your talk at Nature Visions! I'm sorry that you lost your voice...although I liked your pantomimed presentation the second day!
You don’t know until you go. It matters not the quantity of images but the quality and I would say that the one image is a nice image but shouldn’t be the determining factor of the success of the outing. Getting out and hanging with a good friend whilst doing what you love is worth far more than a fistful of images.
The moving foliage makes the image look like a Monet. Beautiful. BTW I greatly enjoyed your Nature Visions seminars. Hope you've got your voice back by now.
It looks just like a oil painting!
Hello Thomas, thank you so much for your videos. It inspires me each day for better pictures. I just bought your 2019 calendar. I hope it’ll come to french polynesia without any problem 🙏😬. I keep an eye (even both..😬) on your channel !
Just love the borrowdale valley great choice this time of year 👍
Nice one Thomas.... How true that it is about being out there... I have lost count of how many times I have walked all day without taking any pictures, at least meaningful ones, but still enjoyed being out amongst nature with the good company of a dear friend....
By the way, where did you get those gloves with only the thumb and index finger cut out and flip over bit? I have been dreaming of a pair of gloves like those for years and never seen one... probably never looked hard enough LOL....
I'm pretty sure that you can have those nice warm tones in any scene by using that jacket of yours as a reflector ;)
How much did your camping + photography stuff weight initially (before food and water were consumed)?
Thank you for the video.
Great video to watch Thomas, I am watching from the Netherlands and its really weird to see people driving on the wrong side of the road ;-).