No Photograph Is Worth This...
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During a rare dump of snow, I get the bright idea to hike up Nile Creek in sub-zero temperatures. Dangleberry shrinkage ensues followed by an exquisite falsetto voice that would make the Beegees jealous.
Will I create a beautiful shot of the ice-rimmed river or will I succumb to the ravages of hypothermia? Yorkshire pudding blubber only provides so much protection from the elements, but I embrace the challenges of freezing cold winter photography like the legend that I am.
Will I sacrifice yet another DJI Osmo Pocket to the water gods? Will I survive impalement from rusty rebar spikes and will I reach hypothermia stage 5?
There's only one way to find out. Hit play and then hit like!
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Only thing that would have made that better would have been getting to that last spot, only to find Adam Gibbs already getting the shot.
And dry.
😁😆😅🤣😂
Because he was wearing his new waterproof fishing outfit he so often talks about😂
@@VictorPVetra brutal 🤣😬
Hahaha this thread of comments is amazing.
Now that's a commitment to the craft, balls of steel Gavin, balls of steel.
And mashed potatoes for brains....but enjoyed it very much.....😂
Where was my buddy to save me eh?
You should have been there to save Gavin from himself! 😀😀😀
@@fototripper F&%K that! I'm not wading in there, not without a floatation device and a dram.
Icy balls of steel 🤔
Meanwhile Heaton can't deal with being on a beach when it's windy and snowing. :)
I had a lot of respect for you up until about 21:15. Now I'm worried about your sanity.
Amanda: "Where are your dangleberries?"
Gavin: "Oh, they won't come back out til Spring."
OMG wonder what Amanda thought about it. But your the only Landscape photographer I keep on watching over and over
"I was in the pool! I WAS IN ThE POOL!" - George Costanza
I once was photographing dippers in the River Derwent. The birds were that little bit too far away. It was early morning with no-one about so I thought I would strip off everything below my waist and wade to a better location. A couple of minutes in the water and I was in an ongoing two small frozen garden peas and a tiny chipolata situation. I got my pictures and retreated under the fortunately wrong impression that things would never get back to normal and the complete numbness would be permanent. I was getting dressed and saw a woman walking a dog in the distance and was afraid that if she had a magnifying glass she could have complained about indecent exposure. I dressed and quickly exited stage right. So when Gavin went in over his waist it brought the pain right back. I can honestly, genuinely say I felt his pain then.
That was SO worth it. My favorite landscape video this year!! Thanks for freezing your nuts for us.
THIS is why I like and subscribe. :)
Hey just wanted to say how much I love your channel. I’ve been working my way through your older videos and watching your videos just makes me unreasonably happy. Your sense of humour is endearing, your work is wonderful, and watching you and your wife is heartwarming.
Long time Canadian winter camper here.
You are very lucky to have lived here.
This is the last 30 min. of the movie Titanic!
I expect when your mother sees what happened, you'll be getting a phone call !!
Please remember when you put your life in danger especially when you go by yourself. It’s volunteer rescue that put their life in danger to rescue idiots. Back here I the lake district a search and rescue fell and has broke his back. And lost the use of his legs. After a 40 year career in photography I can’t point a finger at you. Because I have done stupid things for (the shot). But to all your viewers. Send a bit of love to those people and dogs that keep us safe when we are in the wild. I’m only a old photographer who has no affiliation to these people, but have photographed different people and specialists dogs now and then and saw on the news about this accident and remember some of these heroes that keep us safe doing sometime dangerous things for our own fun. Please send some love to those that are there when we need them. Lake District search and rescue uk 🇬🇧 nice shots for a Yorkshire man.
Yes, it was worth it. Yes, you are bloody insane!
I can't even imagine trying to focus on a composition after walking through waist deep freezing water in the middle of winter. I admire you Gavin, for your dedication to the getting the ultimate shot!
Total madness!!!! Love it!!!!
23:04 Doesn't this shot mean you went through the freezing water to place the camera, then back to get the shot of you wading through? Absolute madman.
"I WAS IN THE POOL!!!!" - George Costanza.
Absolute nut job. Funny as fk but nuts. Bravo Gavalino.
Bear bloody Grylls wouldn’t have gone through that river !!!
Brilliant stuff 👏👏
As a Yorkshire man the "walking Yorshire pudding " comment made me spit my beer! LOL
Gavin Hardcastle, you with out a doubt are a funny dude, your so called average disaster images are the photographs that I could only hope for in my photography. Love your videos, can't wait till a new one comes out each time!!!
Man, I really felt it when the shot in the end didn't turn out as expected. But I must say after going through THAT and having to hike two hours back with soaked clothes and completely shrunk testicles, I'd certainly give you the Landscape Photographer of the Year 2021 trophy for the effort alone (if I had a say in it)!
Maybe it's still worth noting though that you were able to do this cause you know the area and and so on and that another (sane) person should never ever get into icy waters, especially when hiking alone! Stay safe Gavin! Amazing video and I really do appreciate all the work you put into this.
I love these videos, you crazy bastard! Wading up an icy creek just to get a shot... Liked and subscribed!
This blokes a nutter, gotta love him!
They may (occasionally) question your sanity, but no one can question your talent and dedication.
This man knows how to go after a shot......great video Gavin!!
Halfway through this video I had to put a hot water bottle between my legs. I swear I was shivering too. Awesome stuff Gavin. Dedicatione!
Dedicacione
@@fototripper Ahh - I've updated my lexicon. Thanks Gavin.
To be honest, I was quite pleased (laughed myself to tears) seeing the final result. I think I would have rolled my eyes if it was another video of a photographer doing all these crazy things and getting THE shot. I don’t know if we’re not doing a disservice to you by giving you positive feedback on this dangerous lunacy, but it was comedic genius!
Just want y’a need on a Sunday night bit of gavin to get us through the week ahead, , legend. My man , legend . Super entertaining
If ever a landscape photography video deserved a like and a subscribe, it's this one. Bravo mate.
Fkn ell......... You really raised the bar in this Mr Hardcastle!!!
This is why you buy the book, watch the channel and put another log on the fire. Dude, I don't envy your lower regions at all!
Just stumbled across this channel, instant subscribe for the balls deep in an icy river. Now to strap myself in for a fototripper video marathon 😁
Avoid chokeable foods.
@@fototripper Don't think I've ever ate so much popcorn in one day, totally worth it though 😁
If the photography gig doesn’t work out, you definitely have a second career in comedy waiting! Most enjoyable videos on You Tube, and your photos aren’t bad either. Actually your images are awesome! Keep them coming.
Genius... best thing I've watched for a very long time. Still chuckling.
Waiting to see some cable channel to pick you up, it will be well deserved. 5 stars, above & beyond !!! Although I might think about a wet suit for the next adventure like this one. 😉😉😉
Wow that’s dedication! It was so cold that it wasn’t just your nads changing color, your coat kept changing color too. 😭
"Above and Beyond." Your viewers appreciate the effort.
To be considered the best you need to realize how far that extra mile is. This man goes the extra ten miles, at an vertical incline, some of the private photos he got from this trekk are outstanding. And no iPhone photo will EVER EVER EVER do it justice. Im inspired by you and your fiance/wife. Ive learned what the meaning and purpose of photography is
Where are your flip-flops. Any photographer worth his salt would have them on.
I am ashamed...
You are awesome.
You honestly deserve a good scolding, but man, I'm honestly just relieved you survived. All alone, deep in the woods, no proper dry protection... man...
No doubt...this is crazy. Keep this up and we'll be reading your obit. Not good man. Reckless.
I would have given anything if, at 23.52, Adam Gibbs was sitting on a log, eating a sandwich, having just finished taking a photo.
That would have been hilarious. Alas, he seems to be too busy for Fototripper these days...
Haha! You are a glorious individual. Love your dedication to the craft, and as always, top notch photographs to show for your efforts too.
Tresmendous. Nice of you to put your life on the line for our entertainment.
A real man would have moved those logs out of the waterfall shot. Great vid. Brr
"I don't know why I do this..." then does it at least three times in each direction to film himself doing it.
bwahahahahahaha
Well, that was a heart stopper.......but geez!!!!! soooo entertaining. Still have tears of laughter from the chipmunk voice. Seriously though, please don’t be so foolhardy in future Gavin. No photo is worth that kind of risky caper you put yourself through. We need you around to continue to enjoy your amazing photo vlogging.
That made me chuckle...er...guffaw a few times
Jesus Christ Gavin !!?? Clearly, balls of steel ! Thanks
That's some serious commitment, Gavin! Bummer that the last shot didn't come out, but it was worth the adventure (for us anyway).
Lady Amanda looked outside and said no, too cold. She is one wise woman. I must thank you for going way beyond to get that photo!!! And for helping me understand frozen assets. No frostbite here, we're British.
" No photograph is worth this " is the perfect title. My thoughts are with Amanda right now. 💛
After that dip in the water you’ll have two belly buttons!
You are CrAzY! So glad you survived - we would be minus your great talent had you not! Thank you for another excellent tutorial!
I get a kick out of watching your videos. I love your humor throughout many adverse situations. I appreciate your willingness to share your expertise. Your attitude toward photography and your keen wit inspires me to get my old butt off the couch and do more photography! Would you be so kind as to share what camera backpack you were lugging around in this video?
That be a Shimoda bag.
I am glad that I am sitting here in my warm armchair, with a cup of coffee and enjoying this beautiful but cold natural spectacle from a safe distance.😂👍
Only a crazy Yorkshire man would consider doing that 😂🤣👍
Awesome video- thank you sooo much! Your videos are the only photography videos that I can get my partner to watch.xx
Tremendous video. That's commitment. Thanks for all the efforts. It was worth it. 😉 very entertaining. Vancouver island is a gem. Perfect nature. I cant wait to see what's coming next.
Hilarious! There is something very funny when you see "others" go through pain (but, knowing they will be "fine"!) So, this was that moment! I lost it when you change your voice, great job. But, understanding what goes BHS or what you had to do for that deep water walk. You are very determined and thank you so much for the entertainment and great tips.
Does anyone else look at Gavin’s video and see 29 mins long and think ....”man that’s not long enough” ....thanks Gavin..🙌🏻🙌🏻
Anyone else over 15 and I am thinking, I will save it for most bored times, not Gavins video, his I dont even think twice.
Your videos should come with "DON'T TRY THIS AT HOME KIDS".
Thank you for doing this, so I don't have to :).
Oh, and Hyperthermia Stage 5 - Unable to plug your own book. So let me do that for you. Order "Chasing Awe" so Gavin can pay for replacement of his knees when he gets older :).
Gavin I can't do cold and combined with wet, well I'd sooner face that bear or Bobcat. You went way beyond the call of duty on this one!
We held our breath. Great effort, but honestly......take care. We love you buddy !
You could have flown a drone in there while sitting snug in thermals sipping a good malt 😁🥃
Those icicles look like chandelier crystals. Amazing.
what a great video... not your typical landscape photographer :-)
This was hilarious. I've shot in frigid temps, but never IN THE WATER!
Excellent vlog, sometimes I don’t think you’re right in the head.
The things we do for photography. Gavin, you are my hero!
Well I've finally done it. The Fototripper marathon is over. Three weeks of photo adventures and pure entertainment. I'm glad I've found your channel, but what shall I watch now. You raised the bar really high. When is the next video coming?
Great video Gavin...one of your best!
I had to stop at 23.38 mark! I was laughing so hard! I really do hope the raisin twins come back down for you! I know that you do a lot of acting in your skits but the look of pure freezing cold "blue balls" on your face was truly not something an actor could do! I hope Amanda helped warm you up or at the very least laughed at your misfortune! I love the "Please like and subscribe" at the end! Thank you and well done Gavin! Even though you went through a terrible experience we can all say we love your commitment to us and your work.
Gavin, you handsome bastard, you. Thank you for a 30 minute video! I'm sure it can be a pain to record and edit in the long run, but I greatly appreciate your company for my coffees, and sometimes short videos just don't cut it.
Oh man, so much suffering for our enjoyment. Respect! 🙌
I always thought you were nuts , now I know you’re nuts ! Probably peanuts after that . Got to commend your commitment mate
Great video and the icicle shot is superb, shame Amanda’s dream of lots of little Gavins is looking sketchy 🥶🥜
The icicle shot was amazing ... I would have called that a win! I assume Amanda has a suitable insurance policy on the ol' clay pipe! 😁
Mate, that was mental, if I could subscribe again I would lol 😂
And I thought you had had a mishap, when this was total sheer self induced madness! Kudos for maintaining humour, entertainment and education whilst completely hypothermic.
"You need yer head read, you lune "..being out tatties deep in chilly water.
Great video and shame the last image was spoiled by water droplets.
Thanks for the video.
This was one of my favorites! I love the pushing on....while contemplating “WHY” the whole time. Ha ha
Dastardly and Muttley medal of honour due for this one I'd say. Definitely a Yorkshire man's attitude to life. Hope you got back safely without frostbite. It did remind me of that sketch " The Three Yorkshire Men" I can remember gettin up at half past yesterday, walking 17miles up a glacier fighting of cougars and bears with a broken Osmo. Only to find a pool of ice eating me knackers. Cheers loved it. 📷👣
It is excellent that you are slowly introducing your audience to French for landscape photographers
You did a crazy thing, but down with the hat in front of you !!!
Oooooooooooh My GOD!!! This video takes the cake for how hard I've laughed at one of your videos Gavin. I pretty much pissed myself. Off to find a mop now...
Oh Gavin. You are a legend. Can't imagine how cold it was when hiking back. One of the best videos I saw the last weeks. Keep up your great content
Hi Gavin,
I love to follow your adventures, my husband is the photographer in our family but I find myself captivated by your expertise & the way you share it. My husband has already ordered your book & we are looking forward to receive it. Hope you didn't suffer from hypothermia, am sure Amanda helped warm you up. Looking forward to your next adventure. Thank you for the laughter.
Fortune favours the brave!
Admira’chéoné level 💯
The photo might not be one of the best technically, but this photo will always make you smile just for the story behind it. It's such memories that make photography so special. Unfortunately a plain picture rarely tells what someone had to do to get the shot. So I think it was worth the photo, even if it's just for memories.
Brilliant vid. Great expedition and story and enjoyed the tips. But you had me rolling around on the floor clutching my sides laughing at your misfortune and pain. The soprano voice as you plunged into the icy water just killed me, total
class. 😂😂😂😂😂😂
This just made my day! Thanks for the laughs! Greetings from the Netherlands.
That’s dedication, now I know why I got “Adventure Pants” as the advert!
You are dedicated i will give you that.. I laughed at your misery in that water but did feel for ya going through all that and not getting the shot its a bummer it happens to the best of us.
It just shows even the best can have bad days 😉 thanks for the lessons and laughs!!
Gavin, mate...you had me in stiches laughing. That was bloody brilliant. You're a legend mate.
So I watched this spectacle twice ..the second time I watched it with pink floyds dark side of the moon as audio It is epic! thanks for the fun sir! be safe! and no I wasn't stoned .
Are you sure?
@@fototripper2 more days days of quarantine then Ill be back to normal, I think. you have made it much more tolerable, thanks much!
I preordered your your new book looking forward to it!
I know it takes sacrifice to get shots most people don't get however this video seems like an example of what not to do unless you are fully prepared. And in this case, it doesn't seem like you were. Appreciate the effort, hope you stay safe and healthy.
"I don't actually live there.." when coming out of that snow-covered cabin had me rolling. Great video as usual, Gavin!