A tourist was severely burnt when he fell into a geothermal hot pool he blamed the local council for not fencing off the area and not sign posting it properly. However his camera was found in it were photos of him by a sign on the other side of the fence playing with the hot water.
Thank you for saying something, I am normally the kind of person that would just wallow silently in the back. Also The Tripod head had me in tears haha
My favorite thing was that they were like "are we blocking you?" like they didn't know. Hello even a moron could figure out that when you are in front of a lot of people with that much distance between you and them sitting on the edge of a cliff of course you are blocking people. Stupid entitled millennial Jerks!!!! I have run into this so many times and Thomas you were so polite about it I would not have been nice to them at all. Especially when you see actual professional photography equipment there be respectful people!!! It is for all to enjoy granted, but have some respect for those who's profession is photographing beautiful places such as this. I ran into this in Iceland and sadly it took some of the magic away from it.
It's a national park - if you're ever in a situation like this again, call the park rangers and they'll get a big fat ticket for crossing the safety barrier.
I have only watched two of your videos and I must say I love your overall demeanor you are happy just getting one image and sometimes even none because the experience is enough for you.
It's not just the tourists but other photographers who may or may not be professionals! I was out at Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico a few years ago shooting the fall migration of waterfowl and other birds. I got to a large pond know for the morning blastoff when thousand of birds take to the sky just as the sun rises. I was there very early when only a few people had arrived, found a great spot and set up my tripod and camera. 20 minutes or so before sunrise a guy walks in front of me and sets up his tripod and camera. I call out to him and ask if he didn't see me. He calmly says, "this is my spot, I come here every week!" He proceeded to tell me he was the photographer for some wildlife magazine I never heard of. Talk about a complete A--hole. I felt like casually moving in front of him but there wasn't enough room at the shoreline. I could have argued with him and we might have both missed getting shots. In the end I moved and found another suitable place. I've also been quietly shooting when others arrive and are so noisy that they scare all the birds away!
Nice sentiment on the obnoxious tourists, spot on. Nice instincts with the shutter speed. And nice production: TWO images! I am pleased to see such deliberate, careful work.
Loved the video Thomas. Though it's not quite the same predicament as you faced with the tourists on the other side of the rope, it reminds me a bit of the run-in my wife and I had in Glacier this past summer with a guy who was climbing an embankment along a busy and narrow mountain road, and climbing to the edge of a loose slope. In my case, it was a photographer that showed a lack of regard for his own safety, as well as those around him. I absolutely hate confrontation, but I would have done the exact same thing in your shoes --- or more so, I should say that it probably would have been my wife because she was first to speak up about the guy in Glacier, and I jumped in to back her up. That's one of the many reasons why I love her. :-) There is a definite lack of courtesy these days, but I'm glad it didn't sour you on the experience and you were able to produce some solid work. Back to the photography side of things -- both of your shots are very solid, but the second is the winner for me, I like the wider view and the greater context. It also shows more of the steam which is great. I'd say you did very well, and I look forward to what you come away from in your next video!
Thanks a lot, Ben. I am leaning towards the 1st image, but I am enjoying them both. I can't imagine how much more I would enjoy them if it was a real wilderness experience, but it wasn't, as you saw. I hated asking those girls to move, if you listen closely you can hear my voice quivering. Ha! I'm also no good with confrontation, but the shot was slipping through my fingers and this should have never been the case.
I would probably said nothing because of my quiet introvert nature :/ You did it and it satisfied me a lot. It was like you said it in the name of all photographers and well behaving tourists :)
This is brilliant! One for the amazing two compositions you shot (I learnt a lot) and two for letting those folk know they were ruining it for everyone. First video I have watched of yours - definitely will be watching more.
Gorgeous shot that you captured there. These are the types of eruptions that give you time to compose and capture the shot throughout the day. In 2004 when Mt. St. Helens erupted for the first time in over a decade, it caught me by surprise as I was approaching it. It was about noon and I had to deal with a autumn high noon sunlight, which created shadowing. Few moments later, Forest Service ordered everyone at Windy Ridge to evacuate.
Pele would be very pleased with your success at showing off her handiwork :) .............and for making it possible for everyone to enjoy the beauty. Wow !!!
At long last! Been waiting eagerly for this one! Thanks for the upload :) And good for you, speaking up like that! I'd feel the exact same. It's inconsiderate beyond belief, and you were far kinder to them than I would have been XD
We have two types of people in the world Thomas. Those that think and care about others and those that simply don’t. You were 100% in the right Thomas and you feel the way you do because you wouldn’t do it to someone else.
I went through a similar problem twice recently. Once in Prague near Old Town, where a family placed right in front of my lens for 10m (no exaggeration) taking selfies and photos of each other with their smartphone, until I finally asked them out of the way and I still did not get them completly out of the composition because I was using UltraWide and another time, just last week, near my hometown. I went to take some pictures of Belém Tower and I expected crowds, I just gave up on the sunset and waited for the blue hour, like you, I took a walk, ate some icecream and as expected the crowds dissipated as the sun disappeared and after I waited my turn, respecting other people (even the ones just taking smartphone pictures), I setted up my composition and as soon as I'm about to shoot, two disrespectful photographers (well equipped ones like me), take turns in putting their stupid ass in front of me, instead of waiting for their turn or just shoot a different composition from the typical hero shot. As if that was not bad enough, when they decide to leave approximatly 15 to 20m later, as soon as I press the shutter to dude comes off and starts making insta stories / short movies for several social media applications. I could literally see his screen and these 20s-30s movies had zero interest. But ye. When he left the blue hour had ended and I ended up with half baked shots with strong lights leakage over the sides of the picture due to now turned on spotlights. Finally enter the last of douchebags to upset me that day, who also crosses the 'do not trespass' signs and ropes, luckily I was doing some long exposures and I only had to wait a few seconds for this last dude to get out of my composition as he walked to the other side of the bridge leading to the structure. I'm just glad the remaining tourists and locals acknowledge my frustration and just sitted or taken their pictures next to me or from different angles.
Finally the video I have been waiting for, amazing Volcanic shots! love the 1st one with the twister storm look on the top. Seriously it felt like a 1min video :D cannot wait for the next one.
Really glad you said decided to say something, Thomas. Nothing is more frustrating than inconsiderate folks. I've actually had other _photographers_ who've asked if they could pass through, only to park themselves and their models right in my shot. Again, very glad you decided to say something and that the exchange was amiable for everyone.
Those images are rich rewards for your tolerance of bad tourists. I love the shutter choice. It gave the images a painterly look. Brush strokes of light. Love it.
Thank you for speaking up, I worked for the National Park service when I was younger, and most parks are understaffed and a Ranger or officer won't always be able to come along and remind people that the rules are made with their safety in mind and shouldn't be ignored
Good for you, shooing the idiots away. Sucks when that happens at a location you may never return to. This happened to me at the Grand Canyon, people jumping over the wall, hanging out on ledges, ruining the view & photo ops for everyone else. Maddening.
Wow! One of your best videos yet. it was breathe taking, unbelievable. you seriously took my breath away with those photographs. and apart from the photos i could totally relate to your anger with those people! just one more time, that last photograph brought tears to my eyes. you inspire us all, thomas!! thank you man
I really enjoy this channel. I work in a dim lit office building, quite depressing. I love photography and I'm always playing with the camera on my days off.
Ran in to the same issue at Niagra falls this year. Sadly didn't have my cable release with me so I really didn't need a whole bunch of time nailing the perfect shot. Some people just don't under stand that it takes time to get everything right. I just really started doing photography so I'm still in the trial and error of learning. Glad you nailed some wonderful shots.
Twonks is a polite description for idiots , It encapsulates two derogatory terms , Tw**s and W*nk*rs. Ita a good word to use if you refuse to say the other more direct words and not many people have heard the word or know what it means so its not too offensive.
There's nothing more frustrating than that type of selfishness. At least with the lava flow they won't scare it away. With wildlife, one twonk can completely end a session. On a more positive note, it's always a pleasure to watch you work, Thomas.
1. Twonks is my new favorite word. 2. That second image. Wow! 3. I recently felt similarly while I stood in the cold, on a crowded road, for nearly an hour, waiting for tourists (and tourists, and more tourists) to move away from a lit up doorway so that I could take the photo I wanted. My situation was slightly better because I wasn't waiting for sunset, just a clear shot.
100% I would have been that guy to tell them to move, I have done it many times, if I have spent money and time to get somewhere and someone ruins it for me they will know about it. As a photographer I will always turn around and make sure I am not blocking someone else's view, and if I feel I might be I will ask them, some people are just plain ignorant. Where you on the island of Hawaii Thomas? a timelapse would have been awesome there.
There's only one thing worse than having people in your photos and that is realising that you are in someone else's photo. Nightmare. I didn't have a camera to shoot timelapse, but agree it would have looked awesome.
Good job for speaking out, there would have been other rule abiding tourists thinking the same thing as you, but you had the nerve to do something about it. As always, beautiful images, love your work.
Today flying to Cape Town to take some pictures before Xmas in Spain. I mention this because is the first time that I'll remove the belt from my beloved ProTactic 450 AW in the airport :) And it is thanks to your comment in a previous video :)
Hi Thomas, I've been watching your videos for a little while and just wanted to say keep up the good work! I'm very excited myself as I just got my first DSLR today and there's fresh snow on the streets to take some nice pictures of with my D5500. I'm looking forward to your new content and hoping to one day take great landscapes like you do :)
Twonks! Great word. Haven't heard that for years. Don't know how I've missed this video Tom, but have really enjoyed it. Have to admit I'm insanely jealous, especially as I'm a geologist and a photographer. Great images.
Way to handle the situation well. Thankful also for the park ranger coming into reinforce the rules. You would have regretted coming all that way and missing the shot because of the selfishness of others. Loving your channel, dude.
Spectacular images. I am so glad you did decide to speak up and express a "concern" for ruse people. There have been many opportunities ruined by "blind minded" people. I, most times, say something, in my most non-rude but strong voice. I understand everyone wants to enjoy the moment or get the best shot. But, be considerate to others and most, be considerate and appreciative of the moment and environment. Again, beautifully inspiring shots.
i get it. I've had tourists drive up to see sunrises, see me there with a camera, and walk right in front. I've had them even shine their headlights right in my direction and not turn them off. ugh..i'm all for sharing the view. if you want to take a quick selfie, that's fine. just ask if I wouldn't mind and find out if I'm not in the middle of an exposure. inconsiderate people.
Glad you ranted about tourists getting in the way. I think everyones been there. Everyone just needs to chill, find some space and enjoy the scenery. I'm running into a different type of annoying tourist down here in New Zealand, the Asian tourists who come on buses all carrying the latest 5dmkiv and getting in everyones way!! keep it up, enjoyed the new vid!
You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar. There is nothing worse than selfie obsessed tourists getting in the way of a good photo. I had the same problem at Acadia National Park.
Fabulous Thomas, and as I watched the video and viewed your first gorgeous picture I was asking myself, why didn't he go wider??!! And then you did. Nice one.
Your videos are fantastic! I really enjoy watching you work! You have a way of drawing in the audiences that certainly make me feel like I'm on location with you. Keep up the great work.
That looks like an amazing place. You were so right to have a word with the rather inconsiderate tourists. All too often I think we just grin and bear it. Great images by the way, I love the last one.
Great video. I can appreciate your viewpoint. I recently visited London and Rome with my wife which is a long way from Australia. The number of times I was trying to take a picture, or actually took one, and discovered a selfie stick in front of me. After a few times I felt like taking the stick and shoving it somewhere. I was a good boy and didn't do it. I look forward to your next video.
There's many places you go where I have a slight twinge of envy, be it on the top of a mountain in The Lakes or Iceland. But non have filled me with as much envy as this one. Brilliant video, brilliant shots and well done, you certainly did the right thing.
Amazing images as always. I live in Hawaii and have yet to photograph the lava flow myself. : ) At any rate, it's unfortunate about ignorant tourists-AND local people too-who ignore signs meant to protect them. One explosion of lava hitting water and a chunk could easily make you its target. You were right about politely asking them to move; I know everyone there appreciated it as well. Can't wait for the next video!
Thanks for your kind comment. You're very lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the world, and to have those turtles swim up to you at any beach is truly wonderful.
Thomas Heaton Yes, I am lucky. But are you familiar with the "grass is always greener" syndrome? And as for turtles at the beach, haven't experienced that as well. Too busy (though it's certainly not an excuse) making a living in order to afford living in paradise. Not sure if you noticed how expensive things are...anyway, your videos have encouraged me to get out and explore my home because there is a lot of nature to experience and beauty to capture. Mahalo!
A tourist was severely burnt when he fell into a geothermal hot pool he blamed the local council for not fencing off the area and not sign posting it properly. However his camera was found in it were photos of him by a sign on the other side of the fence playing with the hot water.
Thank you for saying something, I am normally the kind of person that would just wallow silently in the back. Also The Tripod head had me in tears haha
Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed Tripod Head.
Glad you said something, very annoying.
I was really angry when he said he wasn't going to say anything, Happy he didn't keep his word
I had no choice.
My favorite thing was that they were like "are we blocking you?" like they didn't know. Hello even a moron could figure out that when you are in front of a lot of people with that much distance between you and them sitting on the edge of a cliff of course you are blocking people. Stupid entitled millennial Jerks!!!! I have run into this so many times and Thomas you were so polite about it I would not have been nice to them at all. Especially when you see actual professional photography equipment there be respectful people!!! It is for all to enjoy granted, but have some respect for those who's profession is photographing beautiful places such as this. I ran into this in Iceland and sadly it took some of the magic away from it.
It's a national park - if you're ever in a situation like this again, call the park rangers and they'll get a big fat ticket for crossing the safety barrier.
"Oh we're blocking you " What is it with some people , Good on you Thomas . Great video as usual, love both images.
You're what every photographer and tourist should be! Responsible and respectful.
I have only watched two of your videos and I must say I love your overall demeanor you are happy just getting one image and sometimes even none because the experience is enough for you.
Down with the TWONKS and all hail TRIPOD HEAD!
(Nice one. Glad it worked out. Those images you got were both stunners for certain.)
Beautiful shots mate, as always. Sorry about the inconsiderate knobs!
Thanks a lot. You're too kind. Loved your Snowdonia vid btw.
It's not just the tourists but other photographers who may or may not be professionals! I was out at Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico a few years ago shooting the fall migration of waterfowl and other birds. I got to a large pond know for the morning blastoff when thousand of birds take to the sky just as the sun rises. I was there very early when only a few people had arrived, found a great spot and set up my tripod and camera. 20 minutes or so before sunrise a guy walks in front of me and sets up his tripod and camera. I call out to him and ask if he didn't see me. He calmly says, "this is my spot, I come here every week!" He proceeded to tell me he was the photographer for some wildlife magazine I never heard of. Talk about a complete A--hole. I felt like casually moving in front of him but there wasn't enough room at the shoreline. I could have argued with him and we might have both missed getting shots. In the end I moved and found another suitable place.
I've also been quietly shooting when others arrive and are so noisy that they scare all the birds away!
Nice sentiment on the obnoxious tourists, spot on. Nice instincts with the shutter speed. And nice production: TWO images! I am pleased to see such deliberate, careful work.
Just wanted to say thank you for making these videos. Really enjoy listening to someone who cares about their craft so much.
Those two photos were off the charts, Thomas. Been binge watching your channel and learning a lot.
thomas, yet another reason I love ya: THAT was furious? you are the chillest nicest dude in the world, an inspiration
Wow! Absolutely stunning. You can see the emotion in your face as you experience this. Thanks for sharing once again Thomas
I admire your calm and the way you dealt with the situation !
Loved the video Thomas. Though it's not quite the same predicament as you faced with the tourists on the other side of the rope, it reminds me a bit of the run-in my wife and I had in Glacier this past summer with a guy who was climbing an embankment along a busy and narrow mountain road, and climbing to the edge of a loose slope. In my case, it was a photographer that showed a lack of regard for his own safety, as well as those around him. I absolutely hate confrontation, but I would have done the exact same thing in your shoes --- or more so, I should say that it probably would have been my wife because she was first to speak up about the guy in Glacier, and I jumped in to back her up. That's one of the many reasons why I love her. :-) There is a definite lack of courtesy these days, but I'm glad it didn't sour you on the experience and you were able to produce some solid work.
Back to the photography side of things -- both of your shots are very solid, but the second is the winner for me, I like the wider view and the greater context. It also shows more of the steam which is great. I'd say you did very well, and I look forward to what you come away from in your next video!
Thanks a lot, Ben. I am leaning towards the 1st image, but I am enjoying them both. I can't imagine how much more I would enjoy them if it was a real wilderness experience, but it wasn't, as you saw. I hated asking those girls to move, if you listen closely you can hear my voice quivering. Ha! I'm also no good with confrontation, but the shot was slipping through my fingers and this should have never been the case.
I would probably said nothing because of my quiet introvert nature :/ You did it and it satisfied me a lot. It was like you said it in the name of all photographers and well behaving tourists :)
Of course, it wasn't just me that was annoyed. There was a lovely family sat right next to me who's view was also blocked by those girls.
Good for you, to speak up and tell those folks something. Glad they were nice about it. These images are amazing.
WOW Tom, those are breathtaking images!! Definitely my favorite of what you've shown recently.
Thanks a lot.
I love the first photo - so much dynamic in it, it truly shows the force of nature.
Thank you.
push them in... or use clone stamp, up to you.
Chris Wilson lol
This is brilliant! One for the amazing two compositions you shot (I learnt a lot) and two for letting those folk know they were ruining it for everyone. First video I have watched of yours - definitely will be watching more.
Thanks a lot and welcome to the channel.
Lovelovelove your last shot! Keep it up Thomas, you're an inspiration!
Nice work Thomas. In my opinion I think these pictures are your best work to date. Well done fella
That's very kind, thank you.
Genuinely, you did so well to be as polite as you were!!!
Also, love your work, massive inspiration!
Gorgeous shot that you captured there. These are the types of eruptions that give you time to compose and capture the shot throughout the day. In 2004 when Mt. St. Helens erupted for the first time in over a decade, it caught me by surprise as I was approaching it. It was about noon and I had to deal with a autumn high noon sunlight, which created shadowing. Few moments later, Forest Service ordered everyone at Windy Ridge to evacuate.
Absolutely beautiful photos. So glad you said something to the folk who'd climbed the rope.
you deserve any success that you get for motivating the rest of us to do good photography.
John Smith Thats very kind, thank you.
Thomas the images are Absolutely Stunnin! You nailed the shutter speed in both, very artistic.
Great shots, I was just thinking I hadn't seen very many great long exposure shots of volcanos. Good work!
WOW!!! Your patience paid - off ! Fantastic Images ...
Pele would be very pleased with your success at showing off her handiwork :) .............and for making it possible for everyone to enjoy the beauty. Wow !!!
At long last! Been waiting eagerly for this one! Thanks for the upload :) And good for you, speaking up like that! I'd feel the exact same. It's inconsiderate beyond belief, and you were far kinder to them than I would have been XD
I didn't want to speak up, but there was no other choice. The warden finally showed up though, so I guess it would have been fine in the end.
We have two types of people in the world Thomas. Those that think and care about others and those that simply don’t. You were 100% in the right Thomas and you feel the way you do because you wouldn’t do it to someone else.
I went through a similar problem twice recently. Once in Prague near Old Town, where a family placed right in front of my lens for 10m (no exaggeration) taking selfies and photos of each other with their smartphone, until I finally asked them out of the way and I still did not get them completly out of the composition because I was using UltraWide and another time, just last week, near my hometown. I went to take some pictures of Belém Tower and I expected crowds, I just gave up on the sunset and waited for the blue hour, like you, I took a walk, ate some icecream and as expected the crowds dissipated as the sun disappeared and after I waited my turn, respecting other people (even the ones just taking smartphone pictures), I setted up my composition and as soon as I'm about to shoot, two disrespectful photographers (well equipped ones like me), take turns in putting their stupid ass in front of me, instead of waiting for their turn or just shoot a different composition from the typical hero shot. As if that was not bad enough, when they decide to leave approximatly 15 to 20m later, as soon as I press the shutter to dude comes off and starts making insta stories / short movies for several social media applications. I could literally see his screen and these 20s-30s movies had zero interest. But ye. When he left the blue hour had ended and I ended up with half baked shots with strong lights leakage over the sides of the picture due to now turned on spotlights. Finally enter the last of douchebags to upset me that day, who also crosses the 'do not trespass' signs and ropes, luckily I was doing some long exposures and I only had to wait a few seconds for this last dude to get out of my composition as he walked to the other side of the bridge leading to the structure. I'm just glad the remaining tourists and locals acknowledge my frustration and just sitted or taken their pictures next to me or from different angles.
well done for saying something, nice that they moved for you and were polite about it. I have had experiences that haven't gone as well as that !
Finally the video I have been waiting for, amazing Volcanic shots! love the 1st one with the twister storm look on the top. Seriously it felt like a 1min video :D cannot wait for the next one.
That final shot is just stunning. I really like your vlog.
Really glad you said decided to say something, Thomas. Nothing is more frustrating than inconsiderate folks. I've actually had other _photographers_ who've asked if they could pass through, only to park themselves and their models right in my shot. Again, very glad you decided to say something and that the exchange was amiable for everyone.
Thank you very much, I'm sorry to hear other photographers have ruined your shot, we are the worst kind of offenders.
By the way, fantastic photos as usual. Thanks for sharing!
This two images are absolutely stunning
I'm so glad you were able to get a great and fantastic shot! I was rooting for you
Glad you said something and that the park ranger came by! Those two images are fantastic.
That photograph was stunning! Fantastic work Thomas!
Those images are rich rewards for your tolerance of bad tourists. I love the shutter choice. It gave the images a painterly look. Brush strokes of light. Love it.
Thank you for speaking up, I worked for the National Park service when I was younger, and most parks are understaffed and a Ranger or officer won't always be able to come along and remind people that the rules are made with their safety in mind and shouldn't be ignored
The second image is absolutly stunnin' to put it in your words ;)
I love your content Thomas and your unique style. Keep up the great work!
Thank you very much and thanks for watching.
7:04... love the settle humor you still have after 3:44... utter twonks made you livid.
Good for you, shooing the idiots away. Sucks when that happens at a location you may never return to. This happened to me at the Grand Canyon, people jumping over the wall, hanging out on ledges, ruining the view & photo ops for everyone else. Maddening.
Wow! One of your best videos yet. it was breathe taking, unbelievable. you seriously took my breath away with those photographs. and apart from the photos i could totally relate to your anger with those people! just one more time, that last photograph brought tears to my eyes. you inspire us all, thomas!! thank you man
That's very kind, thank you!
I really enjoy this channel. I work in a dim lit office building, quite depressing. I love photography and I'm always playing with the camera on my days off.
Ran in to the same issue at Niagra falls this year. Sadly didn't have my cable release with me so I really didn't need a whole bunch of time nailing the perfect shot. Some people just don't under stand that it takes time to get everything right. I just really started doing photography so I'm still in the trial and error of learning. Glad you nailed some wonderful shots.
The highlight of my day is when I see that you've put up a new video, keep em coming! Cheers from Sweden :)
That's very kind, thank you.
Love the first shot. The waves look like liquid flames emanating from the lava flow underneath. 👍
Fantastic! Glad you said somthing to the Twonks! (I have no actual idea what that means but it sounds perfect!) Loving you videos!
Twonks is a polite description for idiots , It encapsulates two derogatory terms , Tw**s and W*nk*rs.
Ita a good word to use if you refuse to say the other more direct words and not many people have heard the word or know what it means so its not too offensive.
Absolutely gorgeous shots. I am envious!
Magic 10 minutes and magic shutter speed. So @ 5:53 some TWONK fires of a flash. Thomas you showed more patience than I would have
There's nothing more frustrating than that type of selfishness. At least with the lava flow they won't scare it away. With wildlife, one twonk can completely end a session. On a more positive note, it's always a pleasure to watch you work, Thomas.
1. Twonks is my new favorite word. 2. That second image. Wow! 3. I recently felt similarly while I stood in the cold, on a crowded road, for nearly an hour, waiting for tourists (and tourists, and more tourists) to move away from a lit up doorway so that I could take the photo I wanted. My situation was slightly better because I wasn't waiting for sunset, just a clear shot.
Notification Squad! Keep up the great work Thomas, I love your videos!
Thanks a lot!!
100% I would have been that guy to tell them to move, I have done it many times, if I have spent money and time to get somewhere and someone ruins it for me they will know about it.
As a photographer I will always turn around and make sure I am not blocking someone else's view, and if I feel I might be I will ask them, some people are just plain ignorant.
Where you on the island of Hawaii Thomas? a timelapse would have been awesome there.
There's only one thing worse than having people in your photos and that is realising that you are in someone else's photo. Nightmare. I didn't have a camera to shoot timelapse, but agree it would have looked awesome.
How about shooting somewhere without a bunch of people?
Great photo's Thomas, just love watching your video's, you always make me feel I'm there with you!
Love the guy who's using his girlfriend's head for stability. 7:08
Good job for speaking out, there would have been other rule abiding tourists thinking the same thing as you, but you had the nerve to do something about it. As always, beautiful images, love your work.
really glade you got the second composition in. it looks amazing! first one was good, but second one is just gorgeous!
hobin sohn I'm actually on the opposite side. I prefer the first comp 10x better. The slow smoke looks like an amazing painting. Too much wind I feel
I'm torn between the 2. Time will tell.
The first shot is my fav too - mostly because it is unlike any other shots of the lava/sea I have seen - really nice! Am enjoying my new filters :)
Glad to see your vlog! Congratulations Tom!
Good on you Thomas I would not have been so patient or polite.
Another fantastic video Thomas! I've been in that exact same situation with people walking right in front of my tripod. Well done.
Fantastic images Thomas. Well done !
The two pics of the volcano are really special. Congrats!!!! Great video. Thanks!
thank you very much. I appreciate your comment.
Today flying to Cape Town to take some pictures before Xmas in Spain. I mention this because is the first time that I'll remove the belt from my beloved ProTactic 450 AW in the airport :) And it is thanks to your comment in a previous video :)
such a beautiful shot, and glad that that conflict ended smoothly
Your work inspires me , and I love your long exposures.
Hi Thomas, I've been watching your videos for a little while and just wanted to say keep up the good work! I'm very excited myself as I just got my first DSLR today and there's fresh snow on the streets to take some nice pictures of with my D5500. I'm looking forward to your new content and hoping to one day take great landscapes like you do :)
Twonks! Great word. Haven't heard that for years.
Don't know how I've missed this video Tom, but have really enjoyed it. Have to admit I'm insanely jealous, especially as I'm a geologist and a photographer. Great images.
Utterly amazingly bonkers shots! well done awesome!
Fantastic Mr Heaton, we share your pain on the tourist front! Looking forward to more :) All the best, Gareth&Zoe Wildcamps
Fantastic shots Thomas I love watching your videos
Way to handle the situation well. Thankful also for the park ranger coming into reinforce the rules. You would have regretted coming all that way and missing the shot because of the selfishness of others. Loving your channel, dude.
Yeah, my thoughts exactly. It was a long way to travel for it to be ruined by people jumping the fence.
Amazing images, Thomas, thank you for sharing! Always learning something from your video.
Spectacular images. I am so glad you did decide to speak up and express a "concern" for ruse people. There have been many opportunities ruined by "blind minded" people. I, most times, say something, in my most non-rude but strong voice. I understand everyone wants to enjoy the moment or get the best shot. But, be considerate to others and most, be considerate and appreciative of the moment and environment. Again, beautifully inspiring shots.
i get it. I've had tourists drive up to see sunrises, see me there with a camera, and walk right in front. I've had them even shine their headlights right in my direction and not turn them off. ugh..i'm all for sharing the view. if you want to take a quick selfie, that's fine. just ask if I wouldn't mind and find out if I'm not in the middle of an exposure. inconsiderate people.
Glad you ranted about tourists getting in the way. I think everyones been there. Everyone just needs to chill, find some space and enjoy the scenery. I'm running into a different type of annoying tourist down here in New Zealand, the Asian tourists who come on buses all carrying the latest 5dmkiv and getting in everyones way!! keep it up, enjoyed the new vid!
Liked it before I even watched it, I know it's going to be that good
THE Best video photography channel is Thomas Heaton"s!
You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar. There is nothing worse than selfie obsessed tourists getting in the way of a good photo. I had the same problem at Acadia National Park.
Fabulous Thomas, and as I watched the video and viewed your first gorgeous picture I was asking myself, why didn't he go wider??!! And then you did. Nice one.
Your videos are fantastic! I really enjoy watching you work! You have a way of drawing in the audiences that certainly make me feel like I'm on location with you. Keep up the great work.
That's great to hear, thanks and thank you for watching. It's very much appreciated.
That looks like an amazing place. You were so right to have a word with the rather inconsiderate tourists. All too often I think we just grin and bear it. Great images by the way, I love the last one.
That's very kind, thank you.
YOU ARE SPOT ON Thomas.
superb shot, patience always pays off
Thomas good on you for having the courage to say something!
Great video. I can appreciate your viewpoint. I recently visited London and Rome with my wife which is a long way from Australia. The number of times I was trying to take a picture, or actually took one, and discovered a selfie stick in front of me. After a few times I felt like taking the stick and shoving it somewhere. I was a good boy and didn't do it. I look forward to your next video.
Great photograph! Amazing Moment and a great composition! Thank you for sharing this.. you are very inspiring!
Thank you for watching.
what a nice show, love it, and love your job, your way to present your videos!
Keep going with the good work.
Best regards from Portugal
Fantastic work man! Keep up the great videos too. 👌
Absolutely stunning images Tom!
There's many places you go where I have a slight twinge of envy, be it on the top of a mountain in The Lakes or Iceland. But non have filled me with as much envy as this one. Brilliant video, brilliant shots and well done, you certainly did the right thing.
That's very kind, thank you. The volcano was awesome, the rest of the experience was a bit... Zoo like, so don't worry too much about it.
Amazing images as always. I live in Hawaii and have yet to photograph the lava flow myself. : ) At any rate, it's unfortunate about ignorant tourists-AND local people too-who ignore signs meant to protect them. One explosion of lava hitting water and a chunk could easily make you its target. You were right about politely asking them to move; I know everyone there appreciated it as well. Can't wait for the next video!
Thanks for your kind comment. You're very lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the world, and to have those turtles swim up to you at any beach is truly wonderful.
Thomas Heaton Yes, I am lucky. But are you familiar with the "grass is always greener" syndrome? And as for turtles at the beach, haven't experienced that as well. Too busy (though it's certainly not an excuse) making a living in order to afford living in paradise. Not sure if you noticed how expensive things are...anyway, your videos have encouraged me to get out and explore my home because there is a lot of nature to experience and beauty to capture. Mahalo!
Absolutely stunning frames Tom, loved them heaps.Congrats!
Great images, love the first one with the movement and the smoke looks ghostly. You were right to say something, very British!!
Thank you kindly. Glad you enjoyed the image.