Nice nice nice. I seemed to have gotten carried away with that slightly mundane word in this episode. There's better ways to describe the qualities of this wonderful time of year ;-) Hope you enjoyed the video, the images and a healthy dose of the woodland loving Meg :) Thanks again for watching and for your support!
I'd say those are some of the nicest* woodland images I've seen you create. A real sense of gentle, soft light, of peace & calm. * I mean that in the most non-mundane manner possible :-)
What a pleasure to watch your videos. You are the master of woodland photography and I’m learning so much about how to open my eyes to see beyond the chaos of the woodland
You are a painter! The way you use the light, frame the picture, all those other choices you make adds something magical to the picture. Making them more than a picture. Wish you a lovely week in Scotland. 💕
There's a wonderful fictional story, there, in the birch and the oak, how they came together. Love how nature is so full of art and imagination all on its own. And it's so terrific that you bring that to us, even as some of us are still stuck at home.
Wow Simon, that tree in the first image is just fantastic, as a horticulturist I am always amazed how nature always seems to come up with such beauty, how the old Oak plays host to others is amazing. What is equally impressive is how you visualised the image and managed to capture it. great job and thanks for sharing, now back to the video.
That first composite tree, as I call it, also works so well it because it is in isolation, not amongst other mayhem that woods and forest of ten create left to nature’s own device! I love the advice and perspective you give. Thanks.
Good evening from the Palatina Woods in Germany, your video is really worth watching and the images are reflecting your precision in taking them and your passion for woodland . Have a good and successful time in Scotland !
What a magical place!! A truly enchanted forest. And no apologies needed for Meg - she is an extra bonus in your videos. That last shot at the end of the video is just Devine- (also saw it on Instagram) - incredible trees. Hope you have a wonderful time in Scotland- look forward to what you bring back from your trip. Have a safe journey - stay well. Yes
Man, every time I see another of your videos I'm inspired to try shooting in the woods again. It's the hardest for me and I tend to avoid it in my photography because I just can't see the way through to simplify the image. But you and Nigel Danson really have this skill locked in. Another great video!
I was out this evening with clear blue skies. I was looking for backlit trees where the leaves seem to glow. Great images. Some of those last images look like you are a master painter. Thanks for the continues inspiration to photograph trees.
Thank you a very enjoyable watch , I loved seeing Meg enjoying the wood land and some nice tips and information behind your compositional process. Superb !
Beautiful spring Woodland images, I especially loved the Bluebell images but I am slightly obessed with them at the moment! Those little chicks were so cute and Meg could all teach us so many lessons on enjoying the moment and the art of happiness 🌿🌳😊🐶
Wow, a wonderful haul of fabulous images, Simon 🙌🏻 Not to mention a bevvy of lovely b roll compositions! I also do the 10 second timer, branch dance, and always thank the tree afterwards 🤪 🤣
The image at 14:40 is great, I feel like the tree on the right is telling kind of a scary story and the other trees are sitting there and listening to it. Also I love how you framed the stream at the picture at 13:45! I see that you also managed to find some bluebells, they are so beautiful! Have fun in Scotland, looking forward to seeing the pictures you will take there!
What a wonderful collection of photos! My favourite shot from your day out was the last with the Rowan encircling the cascade, but my most favourite image was your very last...stunning! Your images remind me of the art of Alan Lee that he has made for The Lord of the Rings books - always loved his artwork and your photos evoke a similar feel of a fantastical land far away...which I guess for me it is! 😄
Thanks again Simon another great video! The part about aspect ratios and the impact they have was really great and actually the idea of a 10 second timer to move a branch was brilliant! I've often moved my camera or had to do spot removal which sometimes isn't ideal never thought of this soultion lol! The images were lovely loved the softness of the evening light and the splashes of spring greens, and of course the little chicks were adorable. Thank you again and have a great trip in Scotland!
Great one Simon, informative as always and Meg is such a good dog, even my best behaved Welsh Terrier disappears at times and is distracting. The wood is amazing, you are so so lucky having access to it.
Hi Simon,it would be great if you could briefly show an arrow or something to where you focus in each particular picture as most only show the iso, aperture and distance that would be the icing on the,.🎂
I could smell the Spring air when you were talking about the tree at the beginning of the video. Mind playing tricks, I know. Nice video. * I absolutely HATE ads that interfere with the low of the video. They ruin my train of thought.
I would say that the passion you put into your work in woodland photography is very much appreciated and is truly inspirational for all of us. Thanks Simon!
That first tree was amazing the branches almost resembled a person striding out! what a wonderful woodland you was in, I could have spent a week in there or even longer!.......Thanks for taking us with you....
Thanks Simon for those beauties. Hopefully nobody else finds your secret woodland and ruins it as they most of the time do, cut down very old trees because of public safety as they did of my favorite woodland that I never visit again.
How many of us would stroll through these woods thinking that whilst it is nice it is hard to see an interesting photo, so thanks for a lesson in taking your time and looking deeper.
Hi Simon, Some really fantastic images there, I,ve been watching a lot of your stuff lately and have certainly improved my Woodland/ Tree shots thanks to your advice and ideas, many thanks and look forward to the next video, regards Ian
Some great images as always Simon. That first tree or should I say trees was amazing I've came across trees like this but that one is so impressive... Thanks for sharing...
That old tree! I could see it being the centerpiece in a fantasy novel/film world, the oak that hosts many other types of trees... the symbolism just explodes in my head
Hello Simon, I really enjoy your videos. For me, a walk in the woods is so refreshing. And I always seem to find a photo to take. I have one request. Could you please turn closed captioning on? I am severely hearing impaired and closed captioning makes a world of difference for me. Thank you. Best regards.
I have just found your channel Simon and think your images are wonderful. I have subscribed and look forward, very much, to watching more and following you with new ones in the future. 👍 👌.
I loved this video and Meg thrilled me. The soft light is the one I use the most and prefer, it allows you to take full advantage of the whole day. In addition, spots of light can occur that create interesting situations. Great video and great images
Lovely images. The one after the great Meg shot is particularly ethereal imo. The burning question on all our lips though is how do you get Meg into that short-sleeved T-shirt thing!
Really enjoyable video Simon! I'm gearing up for some spring woodland just around the corner. Especially enjoyed the last image, did you bracket the exposure? That looked like some challenging light
Thank you Simon , a very good video with a lot of very good images. I was thinking that the beauty of your photos is slowly evolving( or simply changing) from more striking beauty to some more subtle beauty( that personally I prefer ) .I don't know if it's only my feeling , what do you think? Thanks again and a caress to MEG .
Nice video, I found an oak tree with an unusual shape that is only noticeable when the leaves are off, I have tried and tried to capture it. I just can't get it so it looks like it does in my mind's eye. Each time I try I say to myself what would Simon do to get this shot. If I ever figure that out I will be so very happy.
Great vlog as to be expected .always look forward to the next one and the information given throughout.Would love to know what boots/shoes you had on to walk through the beck .Looking for a good pair of hikeing waterproof boots .Cheers if you answer this .Stay safe & well and look after MEG .she is brilliant.
Nice nice nice. I seemed to have gotten carried away with that slightly mundane word in this episode. There's better ways to describe the qualities of this wonderful time of year ;-) Hope you enjoyed the video, the images and a healthy dose of the woodland loving Meg :) Thanks again for watching and for your support!
It was a nice video simon! :p Sorry couldnt resist. It was a excellent video as usual. Enjoyed it.
Please don't say the most overused word in the photography lexicon.....'STUNNING'. I hate that word!
That last comp was a belter!
I love how he waits with dog for the perfect moment to be inspired and captured that perfect image. xoxo
That eased my high blood pressure better than any pill I've ever taken. So beautiful. So lovely to see Meg having fun. Thank you!
I'd say those are some of the nicest* woodland images I've seen you create. A real sense of gentle, soft light, of peace & calm.
* I mean that in the most non-mundane manner possible :-)
What a pleasure to watch your videos. You are the master of woodland photography and I’m learning so much about how to open my eyes to see beyond the chaos of the woodland
Many thanks, David 😊
Another enjoyable video, and of course a welcome appearance of Meg who is one of the happiest dogs, her tail is always wagging. Amazing old tree.
That hybrid oak-birch - what a wonderful, amazing tree! The rowan and stream image is gorgeous!
Thank you very much :)
A lovely evening
I really like the one at 13:45. Streams always relax me and branches seem chaotic, so it's an interesting combination in that photo.
Thank you, I like that one too :-)
You are a painter! The way you use the light, frame the picture, all those other choices you make adds something magical to the picture. Making them more than a picture. Wish you a lovely week in Scotland. 💕
Thank you very much, Lily 😊
When it comes to woodland photography, Simon, you're the best.
Thank you very much, Canuck
Totally agree
There's a wonderful fictional story, there, in the birch and the oak, how they came together. Love how nature is so full of art and imagination all on its own. And it's so terrific that you bring that to us, even as some of us are still stuck at home.
Wow Simon, that tree in the first image is just fantastic, as a horticulturist I am always amazed how nature always seems to come up with such beauty, how the old Oak plays host to others is amazing. What is equally impressive is how you visualised the image and managed to capture it. great job and thanks for sharing, now back to the video.
That first composite tree, as I call it, also works so well it because it is in isolation, not amongst other mayhem that woods and forest of ten create left to nature’s own device! I love the advice and perspective you give. Thanks.
Good evening from the Palatina Woods in Germany, your video is really worth watching and the images are reflecting your precision in taking them and your passion for woodland . Have a good and successful time in Scotland !
Thank you very much, Claus :-)
What a magical place!! A truly enchanted forest. And no apologies needed for Meg - she is an extra bonus in your videos. That last shot at the end of the video is just Devine- (also saw it on Instagram) - incredible trees. Hope you have a wonderful time in Scotland- look forward to what you bring back from your trip. Have a safe journey - stay well. Yes
Many thanks for your kind comment, Robert. Yes, I'm very fortunate to have access to such a wonderful place. Fingers crossed for Scotland 😀
Man, every time I see another of your videos I'm inspired to try shooting in the woods again. It's the hardest for me and I tend to avoid it in my photography because I just can't see the way through to simplify the image. But you and Nigel Danson really have this skill locked in. Another great video!
I was out this evening with clear blue skies. I was looking for backlit trees where the leaves seem to glow. Great images. Some of those last images look like you are a master painter. Thanks for the continues inspiration to photograph trees.
Much appreciated, Timothy 😊
Thank you a very enjoyable watch , I loved seeing Meg enjoying the wood land and some nice tips and information behind your compositional process. Superb !
Beautiful spring Woodland images, I especially loved the Bluebell images but I am slightly obessed with them at the moment! Those little chicks were so cute and Meg could all teach us so many lessons on enjoying the moment and the art of happiness 🌿🌳😊🐶
Many thanks, Diane. Haha, yes she's full of life lessons and how to be true of heart :)
Wow, a wonderful haul of fabulous images, Simon 🙌🏻 Not to mention a bevvy of lovely b roll compositions! I also do the 10 second timer, branch dance, and always thank the tree afterwards 🤪 🤣
Haha, I like that you thank the tree 😁. Many thanks, Martin!
Facebook's algorithm is unfair and inexplicable. Your channel deserves more than most photographers with a million or more subscribers.
I think it's unfair that they appear to favour quantity but it's great to have continued support from existing followers. Many thanks!
Couldn't agree more! :-)
Many lovely images, but I particularly like the one with the small stream in the valley framed by the rowan branches. Worthy of a print, I think.
Many thanks, David. Glad you like that one 😊
The image at 14:40 is great, I feel like the tree on the right is telling kind of a scary story and the other trees are sitting there and listening to it. Also I love how you framed the stream at the picture at 13:45! I see that you also managed to find some bluebells, they are so beautiful! Have fun in Scotland, looking forward to seeing the pictures you will take there!
Many thanks, Elly. Pleased you like the images. Scotland is looking as beautiful as ever :)
What a treasure trove presented through gifted hands! Thank you ever so much.
Thank you very much, Lynne 😊
Another nice gentle video you are lucky to ha e such a nice woodland to hand.
wow what a lovely video. 15:25 - what incredible light.. gorgeous
What a wonderful collection of photos! My favourite shot from your day out was the last with the Rowan encircling the cascade, but my most favourite image was your very last...stunning! Your images remind me of the art of Alan Lee that he has made for The Lord of the Rings books - always loved his artwork and your photos evoke a similar feel of a fantastical land far away...which I guess for me it is! 😄
Thanks again Simon another great video! The part about aspect ratios and the impact they have was really great and actually the idea of a 10 second timer to move a branch was brilliant! I've often moved my camera or had to do spot removal which sometimes isn't ideal never thought of this soultion lol! The images were lovely loved the softness of the evening light and the splashes of spring greens, and of course the little chicks were adorable. Thank you again and have a great trip in Scotland!
Thank you very much, Peter. I'm glad you enjoyed the images and ideas ☺️
Wonderful images! Thanks for sharing and enjoy your time in Scotland!
Many thanks, Jon 👍
I never can tell who has more fun you or Meg. I think she likes the stream crossings more. Great woodland shots. Hoping I can get out this weekend.
Many thanks! Haha, she's definitely more equipped for a swift stream crossing that me 😅
Great one Simon, informative as always and Meg is such a good dog, even my best behaved Welsh Terrier disappears at times and is distracting. The wood is amazing, you are so so lucky having access to it.
Hi Simon,it would be great if you could briefly show an arrow or something to where you focus in each particular picture as most only show the iso, aperture and distance that would be the icing on the,.🎂
I could smell the Spring air when you were talking about the tree at the beginning of the video. Mind playing tricks, I know. Nice video. * I absolutely HATE ads that interfere with the low of the video. They ruin my train of thought.
Your photography is phenomenal! It is amazing how you bring images together, and I certainly appreciate you taking the time to explain the process.
Many thanks. It's great to know it's appreciated 😊
I would say that the passion you put into your work in woodland photography is very much appreciated and is truly inspirational for all of us.
Thanks Simon!
That first tree was amazing the branches almost resembled a person striding out! what a wonderful woodland you was in, I could have spent a week in there or even longer!.......Thanks for taking us with you....
Good Morning from New Zealand, Brilliant Simon Baxter Video, Have a great weekend
Cheers, Tony. You too!
Thanks Simon for those beauties. Hopefully nobody else finds your secret woodland and ruins it as they most of the time do, cut down very old trees because of public safety as they did of my favorite woodland that I never visit again.
Many thanks, Bela. Thankfully, this place is safe, private and protected from any felling
I find your work and ideas to be very inspiring, thank you, Simon!
How many of us would stroll through these woods thinking that whilst it is nice it is hard to see an interesting photo, so thanks for a lesson in taking your time and looking deeper.
Very well done Simon! I really enjoy watching your videos!
Beautiful images. I just wish I had your eye. Thanks for the videos. They are very calming.
Hi Simon, Some really fantastic images there, I,ve been watching a lot of your stuff lately and have certainly improved my Woodland/ Tree shots thanks to your advice and ideas, many thanks and look forward to the next video, regards Ian
Hi Ian. Thank you for your kind feedback and for watching. Glad it's helped!
Some great images as always Simon. That first tree or should I say trees was amazing I've came across trees like this but that one is so impressive... Thanks for sharing...
Thank you very much, James. It's a very fine specimen isn't it 😁
That old tree! I could see it being the centerpiece in a fantasy novel/film world, the oak that hosts many other types of trees... the symbolism just explodes in my head
Just beautiful mate. Every single one of them. Love to Meg! :-)
Lovely vlog Simon with some cracking compositions👍🏻
Beautiful compositions. Hope see the complete body of work when its ready.
Lovely and peaceful. Great music!
that is one crazy looking tree!
Amazing images in the end of the video. Really wonderful!
Hello Simon,
I really enjoy your videos. For me, a walk in the woods is so refreshing. And I always seem to find a photo to take. I have one request. Could you please turn closed captioning on? I am severely hearing impaired and closed captioning makes a world of difference for me. Thank you. Best regards.
Many thanks, Bob. Sure, I'll look into that :-)
Nice!
Actually excellent but I couldn’t resist. Very inspiring, thanks.
Hehe, many thanks 😁
thanks for this video.
It's alway a pleasure to watc you during your shoots, and explanations are great.
Wonderful video! Hope you have a great time in Scotland...looking forward to seeing how that goes 👍
That first tree with the 16 x 9 composition is magical.
Lovely set of images Simon 👍
The last two images (15:06 and 15:18) are just full of light and spring freshness: lovely! Hope you're bringing Meg to Scotland! :-)
Many thanks. Yes, she'll be loving those cool clear rivers :-)
I would love to see more of the roots behind you at 11:11.
This was wonderful, Simon. The pictures you make are just outstanding with so much feeling. Beautiful!
Much appreciated, as always, Nick 😊
Lovely sequence of images at the end.
I love the bunch of images at the end of video particularly the one with meg on the left corner
beautiful video, perfect too wind down too Simon thank you.
I have just found your channel Simon and think your images are wonderful. I have subscribed and look forward, very much, to watching more and following you with new ones in the future. 👍 👌.
TH-cam just wanted a review of one of this video. I gave you 5 starts and clicked a lot of boxes.
I love watching your videos Simon, and the photographs give a sense of serenity and inner peace, great job as always, thank you.
That's great to hear. Many thanks :-)
magical!
Thanks again for a peaceful woodland video. I bet the "shadow monster" tree will look a bit more eerie in the fog.
Many thanks! Yes, I can't wait to see it in the fog. I think that scene deserves copious amounts of atmosphere :)
This has to be one of my favorite videos of yours. So many beautiful images, and of course, my favorite is the one with Meg enjoying the view.
Many thanks for your continued kind messages, Sarah :-)
The oak birch rowan Mindflayer is so cool! The first thing I thought of was John Carpenter’s The Thing!
Not that I want to be reliant on fog but this beast will definitely benefit from it. Awesome beast.
I loved this video and Meg thrilled me. The soft light is the one I use the most and prefer, it allows you to take full advantage of the whole day. In addition, spots of light can occur that create interesting situations. Great video and great images
Thank you very much, Antonio. It's also great to see the play of light change as the different seasons unfold :)
@@SimonBaxterPhotography It's true, I agree
great vlog - wonderful woods
Thank you for your work !
Loved the way the branches exited on each side in the first picture. I'd love to see you photograph the scene @6:10.
Beautiful images
Some great shots there!
Just great and thank you👍
Some great shots there Simon, I'm really envious of that location. You even got in some pheasant chicks!
Many thanks, Mike. Yes I'm very fortunate to access to such a fascinating area. They were very cute and fortunately Meg isn't interested in birds :)
Bluebells!
Enjoyed this very much. The photos you displayed at the end were spectacular. Love the soft muted look of your work.
Thank you very much, Rick!
Super as always
Awesome video, beautiful photos, inspiring as always...😎🤙🏾
Really inspiring video Simon. Looking forward to what you find in Scotland.
Many thanks, Nev 😁
The photo just after Meg’s is very intriguing to me. Is there anywhere I can get a longer look at it?
I had to pause the video. There was just a name for this photograph in my mind; "the duelling wizards" love that shot!
Lovely images. The one after the great Meg shot is particularly ethereal imo. The burning question on all our lips though is how do you get Meg into that short-sleeved T-shirt thing!
Beautiful location Simon.
Fantastic Trees and Where To Find Them!
I believe the technical term you were looking for is “butt crack of dawn.” 🤣. Superb images!
Great video with some lovely images and Meg also ✊🐕🦺😁
Really enjoyable video Simon! I'm gearing up for some spring woodland just around the corner. Especially enjoyed the last image, did you bracket the exposure? That looked like some challenging light
Top Notch as always.
Simply stunning!
Thank you Simon , a very good video with a lot of very good images. I was thinking that the beauty of your photos is slowly evolving( or simply changing) from more striking beauty to some more subtle beauty( that personally I prefer ) .I don't know if it's only my feeling , what do you think? Thanks again and a caress to MEG .
Many thanks, Enrico. I think you're right - I like to think my work has improved in that sense :)
Beautiful and meaningful content as always. Do I detect a 12th level Ranger influence in the naming of that 1st amazing tree? :)
Nice video, I found an oak tree with an unusual shape that is only noticeable when the leaves are off, I have tried and tried to capture it. I just can't get it so it looks like it does in my mind's eye. Each time I try I say to myself what would Simon do to get this shot. If I ever figure that out I will be so very happy.
Nice video. May I ask you for a favour, make a video about the ball head you are using in this video. Thank you.
Great vlog as to be expected .always look forward to the next one and the information given throughout.Would love to know what boots/shoes you had on to walk through the beck .Looking for a good pair of hikeing waterproof boots .Cheers if you answer this .Stay safe & well and look after MEG .she is brilliant.
Many thanks, Roger. They are Muck Boot Arctic Sport. Good comfortable boots but mine have developed a minor leak.
@@SimonBaxterPhotography Thankyou Simon .was looking at Muck Boots ,You have made my mind up Cheers,
Inspirational