Landscape Photography - 7 Most Important Things I've Learned

There are certain tips and pieces of advice that I find myself giving more than anything else during workshops or in response to email enquiries, and in this video I've tried to put them all together.
If you’d like to join me for a landscape photography workshop in Swedish Lapland, Norway, Iceland or the Dolomites I’ll be co-leading groups there in 2019. Check my website for more information www.andymumford.com/workshops/
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[@kimlog7476]

Might be a Scandinavian thing, but I really like your down to earth rational delivery. There is no bombast and yelling here, which is rather refreshing. Subscribed.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks a lot Kim. Before I went full time with photography I spent many years in the classroom as a teacher and basically try to carry that presentation style over into the videos.

[@toivoha]

Andy Mumford it really shows :)

[@midnightwind8067]

@@AndyMumford I started to post the same observation, The quiet delivery lets me hear the ideas. And I dont even take pictures.. I apply all this metaphorically to my music production.. Still... the XT-3 is becoming more interesting.. lol

[@africanhistory]

Jared Photo Fro

[@OwenL2020]

You'd like Sean Tucker's channel as well.

[@mrv1963]

Subscribed. Embracing failure is the hardest thing. I can't tell you how many times I've shot 300, 400 images to come up empty handed feeling like a massive failure. The empathy this video conveys is compelling, thank you Andy!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment...really glad you e found the video useful

[@Macoscis]

What you said in the chapter "shoot for yourself" is just brilliant!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for watching, glad you enjoyed the video

[@cbimage]

I'm five years late, Andy, but your points remain valid. Thanks.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for watching, glad you enjoyed the video

[@morganivy4107]

Me: a self taught, ammeter photographer, looking at his mistakes and thinking they're amazing

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much 🙏

[@TJackSurvival]

That’s because they are

[@OrderofShadow77]

100%

[@fdanny03]

Just an idea, perhaps you could teach us how you edit your landscape photos because your editing technique is mesmerising

[@AndyMumford]

Hi Dani. I've done a couple of videos where I went over my editing process. This one th-cam.com/video/mNkx1KOP9gc/w-d-xo.html and this one th-cam.com/video/M4OXoL4tgFI/w-d-xo.html. I've got quite a few photography trips in the new year and I'm planning on producing a lot more capture and processing images then.

[@chris5706]

That is really useful thank you

[@monteholmes3435]

Thanks Andy. I'm a beginner & all I know so far is I like Landscape photography. I'm concerned I don't have a eye for a good picture but, I will keep shooting.

[@alexanderverdoodt]

I feel like such an amateur and failure when I get home and there are so many pictures that are not good enough. Thanks for you honesty Andy. It does make me feel better. The research stuff was super helpful! Love this channel.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment Alexander.

[@johnronayne9675]

Thank you sir. One of the most insightful and encouraging photographic video lessons i have viewed.

[@adamn3917]

Excellent! thank you for the wisdom!

[@IceCreamMan1909]

I always appreciate Andy’s videos. This one is a bit of a gem. I can’t remember the last time I saw a landscape photographer being open to show images he has taken that didn’t turn out to be the photographs they were looking to make. Many say things in that regard but few actually show and talk about how they hiked and hour or waited for a long time and came out without the photograph they were looking for. I know this to be true from experience but it feels validating to see it described by someone I respect and whose opinion I value.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you enjoyed the video and found it so useful

[@emmgeevideo]

The first sentence in this video is evidence that Andy is a master photographer

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much

[@florinpopa10]

Excellent points, thank you. It's refreshing to see someone putting the focus where it should be, on personal vision, enjoyment and humility, among all the hype about technology, settings and gadgets.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment Florin, glad you enjoyed the video

[@thelonghaul5214]

I loved this video. You checked off all the important points. So much of landscape is story telling, and trying to capture a feeling, and a moment. You're like a master Yoda of landscape photography. Thanks for this video.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for watching, glad you found it useful

[@jianxiong69]

Photography is a labour of love...💓

[@AndyMumford]

It is

[@JonDiPietro]

I just discovered your channel because TH-cam suggested your "What's in my bag video." I follow a lot of landscape photographers on TH-cam and I look at most of their images and think, "I must not understand landscape photography yet because I don't think these pictures look all that great." Your images are breathtaking and inspiring.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, really glad you enjoy the videos and images

[@God_is_in_the_details]

Thank’s so much for not saying “hey TH-cam, what’s up?” and for not acting like an affected nitwit - greatly appreciated.
Thanks for the thoughtful, practical, down-to-earth content...refreshing.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoy the videos. I'm a bit old for the "hey You Tube, whassssssup" kind of approach, and it's not really me.

[@user-ms8qf8iq2d]

Mr Mumford you are truly the most charming photographic professor I ever known!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment, I'm sure my mum would approve :-)

[@terrygordon1045]

Tremendous presentation. Great delivery of some very common sense key aspects. Well worth the watch.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, really glad you enjoyed the video

[@crystalous]

Amazing information.Thanks for sharing my brother!!!

[@jepoystaines]

What a likeable guy and I love his works too

[@AndyMumford]

Haha, thanks so much

[@boceskia]

Finally something useful, real and down to earth. Thank you.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for watching

[@tomaswilde5481]

It is a pity not to have met you before. But it's never late. Today I learned many things and especially conceptual aspects. From Bogota, Colombia, congratulations and thank you for teaching and sharing!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much Tomas, glad you enjoy the channel

[@steveborghardt]

Spot on as always - Shoot for yourself to me is the most important - it's your minds eye - no one else's. Thanks Andy for another great lesson

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed the video

[@munkeepilot]

I agree, your valuable lessons are made magnificent by your down-to-earth delivery style. Great job!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you found you found the video useful

[@chandlermcquoid7900]

After just one video, you’ve become my favorite photography instructor. Thanks for sharing your hard earned wisdom. Each lesson resonated and I appreciate your generous and humble approach

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for watching, glad you found it useful

[@anujasharma9677]

Andy, very few photographers talk rationally and your down to the basic talk comes about as a great refresher. Loved it. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks Anuja

[@alsteiner7602]

Much needed wisdom. Thanks man

[@h8510129]

Just amazing, absolutely masterful. Thank you so much!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you found it useful

[@kmg1100]

Thank you Andy. My photography journey started with watching your video's a year ago. Right now I'm preparing for my first dedicated photography holiday and I'm still coming back to your video's. The thought put into your work demands respect and admiration. Keep up the great work!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment and kind words- I’m glad you enjoy the videos. Good luck with your photography.

[@zlawrenceking]

Andy, just watched and I felt like you and this video is like wisdom (v. intelligence). I have done just enough landscape photography to know your advice and especially the non-technical, is precious. Sincere thanks.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks Lawrence, glad you enjoyed the video

[@MerryAdo]

I stumbled onto your videos while in the throes of shopping for the Fuji camera that will replace my current Canon model, and this one made me pause, settle, and take a breath. Your superb work and thoughtful presentation suggest that your camera is not only an extension of your eye and mind, but also of your heart. Very well done.

[@PT-re2gi]

Your videos are always so thoughtful and inspiring. Thanks for the time that you put into them.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you liked it

[@valtocalo]

I learned most of the technical stuff about photography on TH-cam, particularly from Rob Trek channel. Very grateful to you all contributors for sharing your expertise. I have no questions, what I wanted to say is, this video of yours about photography tips inspired me more. Just when I thought I'm hopeless, you gave me a nudge to keep going, to appreciate my camera. Reminded me why I love craft. Rob Trek taught me how to fully utilize my micro 4/3s, but you speak to my inner photographer soul. Thank you.

[@rickevans33050]

Excellent insights. Really enjoyed the video. Thanks.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you found it useful

[@ramelsen]

Nice calm way you are giving your experience and knowledge on to the viewers. Thank you for your video!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks :-)

[@1spitfirepilot]

Just rewatching this again. This is one of the most useful and heartening videos anyone has done on this subject. Prior to a visit to the Dolomites at the moment - I find this raises my morale.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks man, I’m really glad you enjoyed it. I’m actually just putting together another video which deals with similar themes

[@ahmedawad563]

Excellent video. Your calm way of explaining what photography is really about is captivating. Thank you.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment Ahmed

[@eaglescout9901]

Thanks for your insite.And easy to listen delivery. We all can keep learning. So lucky for TH-cam and the people who present quality presentations. Learning right in our own homes.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for watching

[@saadfaridi9200]

Very insightful tips. Particularly your tip about shooting for oneself is brilliant. Perhaps I needed to hear that from someone.

[@Kevin-iv1ns]

Hello Andy
This is a excellent video. All what you’ve said is what I’ve been waiting to hear. Thank for the upload. 👍🏻

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you like the video

[@frankly5171]

You sir are an artist.
Thanks for sharing your invaluable insight.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the video

[@The22Century]

I watched through the start to the end with a growing enthusiasm. For a beginner photographer your video actually helps. Thank you.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you found it useful

[@rodspov1915]

Thank you Andy for the excellent points. Great video!

[@AndyMumford]

Cheers Rod, glad you liked the video

[@ninacleven7889]

Well said! Great ideas to keep in mind whenever one is out capturing images.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks Nina, glad you liked it

[@clockworknomad4681]

Wow... Really thank you for that precious lesson!!!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it

[@Freco1967]

Beautiful, helpful advice. Thank you for sharing it.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad it was useful

[@christopherverry542]

You really are a man of value

[@ianterada6821]

great information and presentation, and beautiful photos! Thanks Andy!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, really glad you enjoyed it

[@yoichinoyumid1234]

I've really enjoyed your tips. Thank you for taking your time to make this video.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much

[@madison2255]

Thank you for the tip about failure. I’ve been very discouraged lately, but you never get better without failure

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment. Failure is part of any progression, any aspect of learning comes from failure, and accepting that it's pretty much a constant companion is part of doing anything creative

[@annerosewalz]

Thank you for these valuable tips, and the encouragement to shoot what I like.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video

[@lucianomarucco3943]

Really beautiful video Andy with top advice, just thanks for the great content you're putting out!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks Luciano, glad you found it useful

[@paulsicurello2333]

This type of advise is exactly what I need. Thank you for your time and commitment

[@AndyMumford]

Cheers, glad it was useful

[@RS.Outdoors]

Very helpful advice Andy. The one thing I have learned is to not get hung up on the latest camera body. It is getting the best quality lenses you can afford for what you want to do with the camera and then match to a suitable body. It is great to be ale and get the new sony A7iii for instance but to get the best from it means having the ability to afford the best glass to pair with it.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment, glad you found the video useful. The more I shoot the more I worry less about specs in cameras. The simple reality of my work, and that of many professionals I nowadays I suspect is that it's mostly viewed online and the work that is printed is rarely above double pages magazine spreads or books. Print sales above that size, in my experience, account for a fraction of 1% of my income. It's nice to shoot with a 50mp camera and see all the details, but it's not a necessity at all.

[@ivanr4180]

You’re such an inspiration as a photographer and you’re videos and explanations are so valuable! Thank you 🙏

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, really glad you enjoyed the video

[@tTLM823]

Great insights, Andy! Thank you so much... very encouraging and helpful!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you found the video useful

[@wojtekw6040]

That is one of my favourite videos on TH-cam ever. Very motivating! Thank You!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks, I'm really glad you like it.

[@tobyhoward4979]

Thanks Andy, I really enjoyed that and learned a lot! cheers. I'll definitely be looking at more of your stuff.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks Toby

[@reopercegayle8108]

Trying to digest as much as possible these important tips to.create my own style...thank you...

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment, glad you found the video useful

[@craigcarlson4022]

Feels like very thoughtful wizened observations. Much appreciated!

[@AndyMumford]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks

[@arbez101]

I appreciated this content. Thank you Andy.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks, glad you found it useful

[@vanillafilm341]

Thank you for all the advices! Very informative.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, really glad you found it useful

[@TheRussianMaster]

Explained it very well not too long, in a professional manner, mentioning the most important aspects of landscape Photography. God bless you.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed the video

[@erg1450]

Andy, thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience, I really do value your logs,, please keep positing for our benefit

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you enjoyed the video. There’ll be plenty more coming this year

[@paulasimson4939]

I love your channel and your creative point of view. In a world gone mad over the minutia of gear and pixels, it's so refreshing to hear simple logic and focus on the art.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks Paula, glad you enjoyed the video

[@margareteastham4957]

Thank you for your insight. For sharing "tidbits" of years of hard earned knowledge and experience. For breaking it down so gently and reassuringly. To press on in our own creativity. Look forward to the next one. Be safe in your travels. God bless.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much Margaret, glad you found the video useful

[@toureiro]

Thank you. This was super helpful, especially with the examples of photos that didn't work and all the descriptions. It was almost a bit too helpful with all that condensed wisdom - I kept pausing so I could focus on the writing. Not a bad problem to have. Wonderful video.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks Ricardo, really glad you liked it

[@hidayayusuf1029]

Andy Mumford Ricardo Toureiro glad to know I wasn’t the only one! Amazing and inspiring video. My goal has always been and is to take great photos that translate what I see and feel. Landscape photography is my silent voice. So glad to hear your engagement it adds more fire into my passion.

[@markmiller8080]

Wow, a very inspirational list of invaluable lessons presented without a single drop of ego. Well done!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks Mark, glad you found it useful

[@smm504]

I recently started viewing your videos and really appreciate your simple way of delivery. Each video highlights just a few simple points and avoids the clutter.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoy the videos

[@baileyholder7835]

Thank you so much for this video.

[@withaminutetogo]

Andy I have just been on a binge watch of your videos and I can't tell you how grateful I am to hear from someone on TH-cam who has paid their dues in real shoe leather and has so much worthwhile experience to share. The quality of your insights is extremely valuable.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the videos

[@lucaceoloni1574]

this is the best landscape photography video you can find on youtube. Thanks Andy!

[@AndyMumford]

Thank you so much Luca, that's a really nice comment. Really glad you found the video useful

[@jrcandela77]

Thank you so much for all these useful tips Andy...really help to people like me when starting in this amazing journey!!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks, glad you like the video

[@humansarestardust]

Thank you Andy !

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment

[@johnmannickphotography9762]

Great tips and advice, thank you

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you found it useful

[@yannickfaure]

I looked at your video by chance, and I think it's the most complete video that deals with the subject of photography. Whatever the subject, the landscapes or the portraits, your point of view on the material and the creative necessity of the photographer is totally true!
The consumer society always pushes us to have the "must have" and to produce images in a commercial spirit, when the only reasonable way is to make photos for pleasure only.
Thank you for this moment!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for watching, and for the comment. Glad you found the video useful

[@NoEggCraig]

Brilliant video, I learned things from this video that I haven't seen in any other landscape photography videos, thanks Andy!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, really glad you liked the video

[@SteveHedgesPhotography]

Great vlog, really interesting. Totally agree photography is a journey and what a great journey it is.

[@AndyMumford]

Glad you found it interesting Steve

[@PETERFRITZPHOTO]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much

[@Seadog_diogo]

Andy, thank you for your insights...I learned a lot.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment Diogo, glad you enjoyed it.

[@dr.sandipmehta973]

very nice. Always enjoy that's most important. Keep rolling out more videos like this

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks

[@randyschwager84]

Some great thoughts! Thanks!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you found it useful

[@ColorexpertsbdDOTcom]

The best thing about landscape photography is its beauty. Awesome photography! Useful video, thanks.

[@AndyMumford]

Indeed. Thanks for the comment

[@TheCyclingCardio]

I was a fuji landscaper couple of years ago..i wish I found this channel earlier..great content 👍🏼

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, really glad you're enjoying the channel

[@esteves1967]

Thank you for the advices.

[@archanapai9113]

Thank you for the insights. Loved the video.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for watching

[@jeepjksahara]

Very good advice, thanks for taking the time to share your insight!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it

[@vincentfickweiler4590]

Loved this video, thanks Andy!

[@AndyMumford]

Thans so much, glad you enjoyed it

[@forkeMuffin]

Very nice. I love your calm collected attitude.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much Tomas

[@s.m.s.m.630]

Awesome video, thank you very much for sharing your wisdom!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for watching

[@maxmillion4216]

Excellent advice and yes, photography is a life long adventure of learning.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks Max. Indeed, landscape photography will keep us company for the rest of our lives, and I find that to be incredibly reassuring

[@jeff_freestone]

Wow! What a great video. So much to take away as usual from your videos. You articulate the points you are trying to get across so well and the stuff you have to say is actually useful and unique not just regurgitated stuff that has been on other channels previously. These types of videos have been done before but are always the same and not articulated well.
I love your work, you are easily one of the best landscape photography channels on TH-cam and I so wish I could go on one of your workshops I know I would learn so much but I’m too far away.. Australia. If you ever come here please post on your your site 👍 keep it up.

[@AndyMumford]

Hi Jeff
Thanks so much for the comment, I really appreciate it and I'm glad yo enjoy the videos. I'd love to get to Australia at some point, it's definitely on the list

[@infdesu]

Good stuff! One of my personal challenges is that I tend to not work a scene hard enough for the optimal composition. A lot of it comes down to not being able to really review images on the spot the same way you do after months of hindsight and just time spent pondering about it. Just taking more photos certainly helps... slowly.
That said I really enjoyed your quick breeze through "missed" shots because they were excellent in many aspects (better than most of mine) and thus made it more interesting to analyse the flaw. It would really interesting to maybe see more of that kind of critique and/or teaching method in future videos!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for the comment Teemu. I'm glad you liked the "missed shots" part. When I first recored the video I hadn't intended to do that, only to speak about failure, but as I was editing the video together I felt it needed something more visual (rather than just me speaking and waving my hands around :-)) and it's interested that a couple of people have picked up on that part. It's certainly something to consider in the future. I'll be travelling a lot in the new year and intend to do more "in the field" videos about capturing and for sure there are going to be times when things don't work out, so it might be interesting to do that and look at why.

[@jaycarlton2010]

Excellent advice! Many great teachers out there, and many teach on technique. I appreciate videos like this that expounds upon motive, theory, and conceptualization.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you found it interesting

[@hkanderful]

You are so right. Very useful tips young man. A wise man is always learning! I don't care about equipment, I do care about the image you are showing me.
All the best from Norway

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, really glad you enjoyed the video

[@outdoortechtrekguy1029]

Absolutely brilliant , thank you

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you found it useful

[@jimbean532]

Helpful advice. Thanks!

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks for watching, glad you found it useful

[@delonrossi]

Love the way you present your work
Subscribed

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, really glad you enjoyed it

[@samuk9]

This is the best photography tips video that i have ever seen! Thank you! Subscribed.

[@AndyMumford]

Thanks so much, glad you found it useful