What great images Brett! And such incredible conditions all day. I loved the way you worked through showing your comps and the trick with the 3 or 4 fingers for focus stacking. Keep up the great work!
Stunning Brett great conditions shot well. I've not seen hore frost since escaping the grim North of England 17 years ago. Gonna be heading to the South Island in May cannot wait, counting down the seconds while stocking up on film, memory cards and hot soup. Top video mate enjoyed your efforts.
Loved this vlog Brett! WoW! what stunning views/compositions you were blessed with. You took full advantage of the situation/conditions and the resulting shots were amazing. That van had me worried at 23.40 as it looked like it was slowing to stop in the frame. I was also thinking: Nooooo! Don't stop there!. ha! ha!. I must go with the 5.19 shot as it's just lovely! 18.50 also. Thanks mate, great vlog once again. 👍.
Gary thanks very much mate. Appreciate you watching & yep that is my favourite image too, I think ? Hard to chose. If you ever get a chance to do a hoar frost in Otago or McKenzie then do it, they’re always stunning.
Just got back from being away with work for a few days to catch up on your videos mate, really great work. Love those images, the three trees was certainly my favourite closely followed by the trees on the edge of the turquoise lake, really great work mate!!
wow I really, really want to go back to Wanaka. I didn't explore to Twizel or so many places last year. Now I am so inspired to go and explore further.
Brett, that video was just epic, i cant choose, i can see why you were excited, with all that beauty surrounding you.Thankyou for sharing. Your work is nothing less than remarkable and inspiring on all levels, would so love to be there for the winter!
Fantastic video Brett. Your images are amazing and the conditions were just right for you. I love your tip about photographing your fingers to remind you that the previous images were a 3 stitch etc. It nearly makes me want to change from the Autumn tour next year to a Winter one but I won't. I can do the Winter one another time.
Wow that was an awesome video! Thanks for sharing it with us all. It was great to see how you shoot and the footage and images were absolutely breathtaking
Absolutely beautiful work on this video Brett, so educational and those images.....🤔hmmmm!!!!! still can not decide, which one is the one I like the most, they are all simply beautiful, with the gorgeous atmosphere around. Looking forward to the next one👍. Take care mate.
Mate I had premier pro I deleted the subscription it’s the worst program ever, reminds me of Apple Music. I’m just using iMovie at the moment. But I will get Final Cut Pro when my year of retirement ends 😜
All those images were fantastic Brett, I love a nice misty frosty shot. Again looks very similar to places near me in the Highlands of Scotland. I have a handy tip for you if you've never tried it or anyone reading this and what I've tried in the past which has worked out well. When I have a composition that I need to get up higher, I put my lens to 16mm, 10 sec timer, collapse the legs inwards, hit the shutter button and lift that camera up full arms stretched holding the bottom of the legs, now it's a bit hit and miss at times but you can get an amazing angle if you get it right, obviously you can't focus stack and depending on the lens F11 to 16 will give you enough sharpness to the edges. Give it a try and let me know how you get on. I think one of my images on my Instagram was taken like this, it's pretty cool. It's nice to find another photographer who isn't flipping British or American to follow, get very bored seeing the same thing on TH-cam. Great stuff, if ever you get over to the Highlands of Scotland give me a shout for a tour as I do the same thing as you taking tours around the local area 👍🏻👍🏻 keep up the great work.
@@BrettWoodPhoto Good stuff, feel free to give me a shout if you ever want to meet up and I'll take you out west to the best spots 👍🏻 bring your camera obviously 😁👍🏻
Woody what an incredible day of photography. I really enjoyed this one, the scenes had me smiling it was so beautiful Next year I hope ill be there myself
I can see why you were so pumped mate..just amazing! Enjoyed every minute and the images were on point... Hard to pick a favorite but that first one was mine. Looking forward to your next outing 😊
One of the best videos I've seen on working a scene. My favourite was the second to last. So special, but then all are exceptional. Thanks, Brett. Keep these vid's coming, mate.
Well that was just fantastic. This is the first time I've come across one of your videos. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise and tips. I loved the three fingers photos. What a great idea. My fave was probably at 30 minutes - just beautiful - but they're all outstanding. What wonderful conditions to shoot in too. I did notice that there wasn't one bird to disturb the water. How lucky was that.
Awesome video Brett, Love the 3 fingers tips. I used to take a black frame but it didn't tell how many shots I took. I have been using your way since your first video and much much better specially when processing them weeks or month later. thanks for the tip. Looking forward the next video.
Nice work mate and blessed with those conditions and abundance of composition..I do like the shot of deep toned trees either side of the lightness centre at the bridge,magic...You choose f8 -f11 quite a bit rather than say f16 "my fave" is this in reducing distortion and/or because you can achieve more precise sharpness with the stacking of a wider aperture? Cheers
Another great vlog Brett. I really do appreciate all the effort that goes into producing them thank you. All the images are excellent but the 5min shot did it for me. Interested as to why you were shooting in AV at times? Also because i use a 5d4 i have learnt heaps about some of the functions and how you use them. Might bump into you in a couple of weeks, cheers mate :)
An awesome video on how to compose and manage an image. The locations were stunning. The shots were brilliant. Given it was -4c, do you ever use a lens warmer? Thank you it again get me inspired to get out more.
Magnificent Brett! These are the sort of compositions that I’m after for my portfolio. Hopefully next winter I can come & join you on one of your winter workshops! Can’t decide on an image, they’re all spectacular! Great work! Looking forward to many more episodes!
How long does the battery hold out for in the cold conditions? Great video, envious of location. Many of us have never photographed in these conditions so tips about shooting in the cold could be of use.
Really enjoy your videos Brett. What time of the year were you here? Mid winter or earlier? I'm heading back there for Autumn next year - a time of the year I've wanted to return to NZ
This is an amazing vlog Brett.. Soooo good.. Stuoid Question... How do you edit the focus stack>?? Have you done a video on that? Totally Inspired and 100% NISI / Sirui convert here !!
Thanks a lot Sharon, focus stacking is actually pretty easy to edit, I haven’t done a video on it but if you search on TH-cam I’m sure you’ll find something. 😃😃😃
Thanks mate for the detail story behind your awesome images. I would like to know how do you protect lens and camera from fogging when you shoot in such extreme cold condition.
@@BrettWoodPhoto Okay I've been watching on TH-cam some Ideas from cutting out inner sole liners out of old Sunshade reflectors for your car windscreen and also putting your feet in plastic Bags
Fantastic video Brett, absolutely love the images. Your explanations on composition are extremely helpful. Cheers.
Thanks Grant glad you liked it mate
What great images Brett! And such incredible conditions all day. I loved the way you worked through showing your comps and the trick with the 3 or 4 fingers for focus stacking. Keep up the great work!
Thanks Alan,
That was a very memorable days photography. There’s a couple of prints from that day on my website.
Very nice Brett, all the images were beautiful. Didn't know which to pick.Nice video Thanks very much
Anthony thanks a lot mate. Glad you enjoyed the video & took time to comment ☺️
Hi mate , another great video .The one at 30 minutes for me also , great shot .Cheers Bill.
Bill thanks a lot for the feedback mate 😃
STUNNING PLACE N STUNNING SHOTS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Juan, thankyou!! I’m glad you enjoyed it 😃
Stunning Brett great conditions shot well. I've not seen hore frost since escaping the grim North of England 17 years ago. Gonna be heading to the South Island in May cannot wait, counting down the seconds while stocking up on film, memory cards and hot soup. Top video mate enjoyed your efforts.
Thanks a lot mate
Loved this vlog Brett! WoW! what stunning views/compositions you were blessed with. You took full advantage of the situation/conditions and the resulting shots were amazing.
That van had me worried at 23.40 as it looked like it was slowing to stop in the frame. I was also thinking: Nooooo! Don't stop there!. ha! ha!. I must go with the 5.19 shot as it's just lovely! 18.50 also. Thanks mate, great vlog once again. 👍.
Gary thanks very much mate. Appreciate you watching & yep that is my favourite image too, I think ? Hard to chose. If you ever get a chance to do a hoar frost in Otago or McKenzie then do it, they’re always stunning.
What an amazing morning you scored there Brett. Some incredibly beautiful images 👌
You are doing a great job with these videos!!! Thank you!!
Thanks Jill, glad you’re watching
With conditions like that the hours would just fly. Hard to pick as all fantastic compositions, but second last for me.
Bob thanks for watching mate. Amazing days photography for sure. Glad you enjoyed it.
Just got back from being away with work for a few days to catch up on your videos mate, really great work. Love those images, the three trees was certainly my favourite closely followed by the trees on the edge of the turquoise lake, really great work mate!!
Hi mate, thanks for your comment & yep they’re my favourites too mate. Cheers
Such stunning images Brett. Please continue to show us what you get up to. From someone who is in stage 4 lock down I'm very envious.
Hi Julie, yep I’m in the process of another video now. Keep watching 😃
Awesome video mate that looked like a amazing day! the second to last shot at 30.20 was my favorite
Hey mate, cheers for that, yeah I like that image too.
Fabulous video Brett! I especially liked the first shots with the three trees and the grass in front.
Chris thankyou!!! My Favourite is the first photo, it was in fact the very first image I shot when I arrived semi dark !
wow I really, really want to go back to Wanaka. I didn't explore to Twizel or so many places last year. Now I am so inspired to go and explore
further.
Brett, that video was just epic, i cant choose, i can see why you were excited, with all that beauty surrounding you.Thankyou for sharing. Your work is nothing less than remarkable and inspiring on all levels, would so love to be there for the winter!
Thanks a lot Robyn. Really appreciate your feedback. Keep watching 😃
Great Video Brett. I liked that you discussed your settings and how you were approaching the shots. Keep up the great work!
Gday Sandy, thankyou 😃
WOW!
Jeanette, a dream days photography that one. That’s as good as it gets if you can get a Hoar frost in NZ.
I thought that van was going to park up mate haha great video and awesome explanation on your comps Brett cheers mate
Ha ha the van did park up mate. I had to wait a bit. I cut out the swearing part 🤣🤣🤣. Thanks for watching mate.
Fantastic video Brett. Your images are amazing and the conditions were just right for you. I love your tip about photographing your fingers to remind you that the previous images were a 3 stitch etc. It nearly makes me want to change from the Autumn tour next year to a Winter one but I won't. I can do the Winter one another time.
Maria Thankyou you’ll like shooting in New Zealand in any season.
Wow that was an awesome video! Thanks for sharing it with us all. It was great to see how you shoot and the footage and images were absolutely breathtaking
Lisa, thanks very much. I'm glad you liked it :-)
What a day, wish I'd been there! Another informative video with gorgeous scenes. (although I am disappointed there were no falls)
Nat thanks. Ha ha yeah I stayed upright all day 😜
Stunning , very beautiful! I loved all the pictures however second to last is my favorite!
Anil thanks for your feedback 😃
Really nice work Brett .. well done mate.
Richard Thankyou mate. Much appreciated.
@@BrettWoodPhoto All good buddy. I reckon us Aussies need to encourage and support each other as much as possible.
Yep I agree mate
Absolutely beautiful work on this video Brett, so educational and those images.....🤔hmmmm!!!!! still can not decide, which one is the one I like the most, they are all simply beautiful, with the gorgeous atmosphere around. Looking forward to the next one👍. Take care mate.
Martin thanks heaps mate. Appreciate the support. Plenty more to come 😃
Top notch Brett! I can see why you were so excited to premier this video. Awesome conditions 😍
Thanks Nige, really enjoying the video format but man is it a learning curve. Yep this day was pretty special mate.
@@BrettWoodPhoto I know what you mean... You seem to be getting on top of it pretty quickly though. Do you use Adobe Premier?
Mate I had premier pro I deleted the subscription it’s the worst program ever, reminds me of Apple Music. I’m just using iMovie at the moment. But I will get Final Cut Pro when my year of retirement ends 😜
@@BrettWoodPhoto Year of retirement.. funny :) I use Video Studio from Corel.. not the most professional, but it's cheap and no subscription.
Mate iMovie is really impressive.
Great tip about the three fingers. Always a pain trying to group bracketed shots in post.
Ben thanks for watching mate
All those images were fantastic Brett, I love a nice misty frosty shot. Again looks very similar to places near me in the Highlands of Scotland. I have a handy tip for you if you've never tried it or anyone reading this and what I've tried in the past which has worked out well. When I have a composition that I need to get up higher, I put my lens to 16mm, 10 sec timer, collapse the legs inwards, hit the shutter button and lift that camera up full arms stretched holding the bottom of the legs, now it's a bit hit and miss at times but you can get an amazing angle if you get it right, obviously you can't focus stack and depending on the lens F11 to 16 will give you enough sharpness to the edges. Give it a try and let me know how you get on. I think one of my images on my Instagram was taken like this, it's pretty cool.
It's nice to find another photographer who isn't flipping British or American to follow, get very bored seeing the same thing on TH-cam. Great stuff, if ever you get over to the Highlands of Scotland give me a shout for a tour as I do the same thing as you taking tours around the local area 👍🏻👍🏻 keep up the great work.
Ryan thanks very much mate, appreciate the info & comments. One day I hope to get to Scotland.
@@BrettWoodPhoto Good stuff, feel free to give me a shout if you ever want to meet up and I'll take you out west to the best spots 👍🏻 bring your camera obviously 😁👍🏻
Beautiful shots! I really like the softness of the first one, at 5:24, and the blues in the final one. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching Renee. And great feedback on the images too. Much appreciated 😃
Great video Brett love your photography, can't even fly home to when right now ,but well get there late next year is my guess
Thanks for your feedback Christine, much appreciated 😃
Woody what an incredible day of photography. I really enjoyed this one, the scenes had me smiling it was so beautiful
Next year I hope ill be there myself
Well shoot it together next time Richo. Then go for coffee & eggs 🍳
Lovely video Brett and love your informative commentary - look forward to the next one
Thanks Sam. the display image was actually the 100-400mm, just didn't video that part.
I can see why you were so pumped mate..just amazing!
Enjoyed every minute and the images were on point... Hard to pick a favorite but that first one was mine.
Looking forward to your next outing 😊
Cool thanks mate, yep that’s my favourite one too 😃
Great video mate
Adam thanks mate 😃
One of the best videos I've seen on working a scene. My favourite was the second to last. So special, but then all are exceptional. Thanks, Brett. Keep these vid's coming, mate.
Thanks very much mate. Really appreciate your feedback & yes I do try to keep it simple & work a scene that feels right.
Well that was just fantastic. This is the first time I've come across one of your videos. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise and tips. I loved the three fingers photos. What a great idea. My fave was probably at 30 minutes - just beautiful - but they're all outstanding. What wonderful conditions to shoot in too. I did notice that there wasn't one bird to disturb the water. How lucky was that.
Hi Dee, thanks for your feedback. There actually was a few birds around I just didn’t video them. Subscribe for more videos to come. 😃
Awesome video Brett, Love the 3 fingers tips. I used to take a black frame but it didn't tell how many shots I took. I have been using your way since your first video and much much better specially when processing them weeks or month later. thanks for the tip. Looking forward the next video.
Didier thanks mate. Appreciate the support & feedback 😃
Nice work mate and blessed with those conditions and abundance of composition..I do like the shot of deep toned trees either side of the lightness centre at the bridge,magic...You choose f8 -f11 quite a bit rather than say f16 "my fave" is this in reducing distortion and/or because you can achieve more precise sharpness with the stacking of a wider aperture? Cheers
Thanks mate. I don’t shoot f16 that often I find it a bit soft. But sometimes you need to, really depends on the scene I guess.
Another great vlog Brett. I really do appreciate all the effort that goes into producing them thank you. All the images are excellent but the 5min shot did it for me. Interested as to why you were shooting in AV at times? Also because i use a 5d4 i have learnt heaps about some of the functions and how you use them. Might bump into you in a couple of weeks, cheers mate :)
Andrew thanks a lot mate, really appreciate the feedback. And yes that image is one of my favourites too 😃
Loved your shoot this morning in Twizel Brett. Best image for me was the aqua lake lined by trees. Kind Regards. Lex Rudd
Lex, thanks mate, yeah I suspect that image will be popular.
that was awesome Brett...lots of mind blowing images...really loved the last one..thanks lots for putting this video together for us...
Betty, thanks a lot ! Much appreciated 😃
Great Video Brett.
Graham Cheers mate
An awesome video on how to compose and manage an image. The locations were stunning. The shots were brilliant. Given it was -4c, do you ever use a lens warmer? Thank you it again get me inspired to get out more.
And my lst sentence made no sense. Thank you it again inspired me to get out more.
Thanks a lot Dave that was a very memorable day that one. No I never use lens warmers. No need.
lovely shot and beautiful location!!
Udaya thanks for watching 😃
Will be watching ...thanks Brett..hope you are well 😎
Gday mate, yeah I’m good. You’ll enjoy this video !
Magnificent Brett! These are the sort of compositions that I’m after for my portfolio. Hopefully next winter I can come & join you on one of your winter workshops! Can’t decide on an image, they’re all spectacular! Great work! Looking forward to many more episodes!
Thanks Nash, yeah it was one of them days.
How long does the battery hold out for in the cold conditions?
Great video, envious of location. Many of us have never photographed in these conditions so tips about shooting in the cold could be of use.
Tony thanks a lot mate. The batteries do die a bit faster in cold conditions but it’s not that bad. I keep a couple of spares in my warm pocket.
That's wicked mate.
Thanks Nath, keep watching mate. I’ll be doing a lot more stuff.
@@BrettWoodPhoto Good on you! They're brilliant.
Really enjoy your videos Brett. What time of the year were you here? Mid winter or earlier? I'm heading back there for Autumn next year - a time of the year I've wanted to return to NZ
Hi Noeline this video was taken in the middle of winter.
This is an amazing vlog Brett.. Soooo good.. Stuoid Question... How do you edit the focus stack>?? Have you done a video on that?
Totally Inspired and 100% NISI / Sirui convert here !!
Thanks a lot Sharon, focus stacking is actually pretty easy to edit, I haven’t done a video on it but if you search on TH-cam I’m sure you’ll find something. 😃😃😃
It is beautiful place.. .. I been few. Years ago but forgot the name of this place... is it Twizel ?
Thanks mate. Yes Twizel, just like I say in the video.
Nice work as always Brett. I was wondering if you have any problems with your lenses fogging up in these conditions.
Hi Francis, thanks for your feedback. No I don’t generally have any fogging problems. The air here is pretty dry.
Great tips Brett! What were the locations?
Cheers mate !
As mentioned in the video it’s around the twizel area.
Thanks mate for the detail story behind your awesome images. I would like to know how do you protect lens and camera from fogging when you shoot in such extreme cold condition.
thanks mate, i never seem to get fogging issues. that really only happens when you go from two different temperatures.
I use the handwarmers while I'm out shooting just put one in a sock and wrap around your lens
Good evening Brett.
gday Al.
What's your tips for keeping your feet warm and dry?
Gday mate, good question. I’m a big fan of really high quality woollen socks. I have ones from Macpac & REI (an adventure store in USA).
@@BrettWoodPhoto Okay I've been watching on TH-cam some Ideas from cutting out inner sole liners out of old Sunshade reflectors for your car windscreen and also putting your feet in plastic Bags
@@MrJcalais You can buy battery heated socks online, I swear by these!
@@chriskirby878 you have a link?
Great video Brett. Stunning images and I can understand why you kept shooting. You can always eat and drink later :-)
Andrew yep exactly, you can eat later, thanks mate.