Releasing Expectations: Antarctica Photography with a Nikon D850

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  • @CourtneyVictoria
    @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад +41

    Would you do the polar plunge?! Thanks for watching!

    • @terrygoyan
      @terrygoyan Год назад +2

      Not a chance!

    • @janvanholten7592
      @janvanholten7592 Год назад

      Off course, .....together🙂 Really nice trip report.

    • @Gareth1959
      @Gareth1959 Год назад +2

      A few years ago, probably. Nowadays, I'd probably go straight down to visit Davy Jones in his locker!

    • @AcaciaFikeNelson
      @AcaciaFikeNelson Год назад

      I would...figure I would realistically only be there once in my lifetime. I would love to know what changed your mind about doing it?? Great video and photos Courtney! 🐧📸
      Oh and yes! The 70-200 f/2.8 is heavy! I have the Z-mount version for my Z6. But man does it take fantastic photos! I bought it for when I photograph golf tournaments! Though admittedly, my wrist always hurts after using it for like 5-6 hours!

    • @robgutkowski7141
      @robgutkowski7141 Год назад

      Definitely, why live with the regret of missing out on a once in a lifetime opportunity?

  • @LenCarey
    @LenCarey Год назад +17

    For someone out of their comfort zone, you were brilliant. Excellent images, well done.

  • @badger67
    @badger67 Год назад +5

    Hat's off to you. What a fantastic adventure. Beautiful images. 👍

  • @michaeltorluemke3322
    @michaeltorluemke3322 Год назад +1

    Congratulations for doing the polar plunge. Well done.

  • @OneWildKirby
    @OneWildKirby Год назад +1

    Love how you were able to photograph and video vlog the trip!

  • @N0DramaLlama
    @N0DramaLlama 2 месяца назад

    Amazing video! The penguins are so adorable. The Shy - Not shy shot was really cute.
    Such a great experience, thanks for sharing this amazing trip with the world!

  • @PMCN53
    @PMCN53 Год назад +1

    Another fantastic vlog into your personal experience in Antarctica. I also follow Greg Snell, and i did se you pop up in one of his B roles. The journey and experience i imagine was exhilarating!
    Some fantastic images… make sure they make it to the print shop👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @davelangley2965
    @davelangley2965 Год назад

    Absolutely well done Courtney. More great shots once again, considering how wet and cold you must of been they are beautiful, Got to tell you though, not a Penguins chance in Antarctica would I of taken that plunge. Safe journey home...👍🐧🐧🐧

  • @weisserth
    @weisserth Год назад +1

    3:07 Nice shot, I like the layers.
    5:52 Breathtaking landscapes for sure!
    7:00 Yeah, I know what MPB are... And if I don't remember, my credit card does... I love them. Currently have one item back on warranty - first time trying out their warranty process with a Canon EF 50mm f1.2 L with a back focus issue - curious as to how MPB will be able to handle that.
    9:04 Lovely shot! And the next one too!
    9:27 The color palette is insane.
    10:28 Great pairing.
    12:24 Chill group. Great shot. Group portrait of the cool gang.
    Brilliant trip. Probably not cheap and a once in a lifetime experience for most people. Thanks for bringing us along!

  • @dwrisdon2487
    @dwrisdon2487 Год назад +1

    This experience will stay with you as a professional building block for the rest of your days in photography. Bravo!!! Bill

  • @ATC_Forgiven
    @ATC_Forgiven 2 месяца назад

    What an amazing life to live

  • @spirg
    @spirg Год назад +3

    Absolutely BREATHTAKING ❤❤❤, I had a 70/200 , sold it, and now about to buy another…. Heavy , but the sharpest lens I’ve ever owned, EXCELLENT WORK COURTNEY

  • @PhotoTrekr
    @PhotoTrekr Год назад +1

    I'm sure you'll remember this trip the rest of your life. Hope you get to return some day. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @RichAdamsFineArt
    @RichAdamsFineArt Год назад +18

    I might recommend the f/4 version of the 70-200mm. I have carried one for years as I do mostly landscape photography and it is my favorite for pulling details out of a landscape as well as a perfect portrait lens. Especially since it's very useable wide open. Much lighter than the 2.8 and still amazingly versatile.

    • @henryhammond4653
      @henryhammond4653 Год назад

      Was going to suggest the same, I use the f4 version, not sure how it stands up against the 2.8 or with the D850 but definitely sharp enough for me, as you say much lighter both in weight and cost

    • @oneeyedphotographer
      @oneeyedphotographer Год назад

      @@henryhammond4653 Canon has three 70-200 lenses, F2.8, F4 stabilised, F4 unstabilised. The last is relatively cheap and light, a favourite amongst landscapers. Nikon, mirrorless I don't know.

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад

      Thanks, I'll take a look at the f/4 version sometime too and see how I get on with it.

    • @ShaunM-xw1em
      @ShaunM-xw1em Год назад

      I Was going to suggest the same, wonderful lens indeed.

    • @trevor9934
      @trevor9934 Год назад

      I shoot mostly Canon, but had very much the same experience. I actually chose Canon when I switched from film to digital (up to that point I was shooting Nikon and Canon), choosing Canon for the EF 70-200 f/2.8L MkII IS USM, which is an amazing lens, but an absolute howitzer. As a result of the weight and fairly limited FL, I didn't use it that much, and eventually got the 70-200 f/4 MkII, IS USM, which has great optics but much lighter and less bulky. I am selling my 2.8. That said, for wildlife I also shoot with the Sigma 150-600c and 60-600s lenses and while they are heavier, they offer the benefit of massive zoom ranges and long focal lengths.

  • @Hamilton100m
    @Hamilton100m Год назад

    What? No dancing with penguins?😢 Lost opportunity. Beautiful pictures, love your content. You are awesome👍.

  • @markielinhart
    @markielinhart Год назад

    Amazing location⁉️That’s an understatement you lucky duck✌️🌻🇦🇺

  • @markrutledge-docmark41
    @markrutledge-docmark41 3 месяца назад

    Courtney, many thanks for sharing your wonderful adventure with us! I love your style, and appreciate the way you present your trip, so that we can all "be there" with you! You mentioned the Nikon f2.8E 70-200, and I have to say, mine is my most favorite lens. My usual kit is the Nikon "Holy Trinity", all f2.8, and a Nikon f1.8 nifty fifty. However, I just added a Nikon 500mm f/5.6 E PF ED VR, which is turning out to be quite a great lens! Cameras are usually two D750's, but I also love my D500 and D4S. My wife and I may well have an Antarctica adventure coming up year after next, and if all goes well, I'll be returning to your pertinent videos to pick up more tips, suggestions, and hints! Thanks, again, for sharing your skills, and also, your fun sense of humor! MUCH appreciated! Take care, and God Bless! - Doc Mark

  • @SteveSmith-yc9ss
    @SteveSmith-yc9ss Год назад

    Well done on the polar plunge, nice pictures and video in hard conditions 🐧🐧🐧

  • @kevanesson6540
    @kevanesson6540 Год назад +1

    Great to see you doing the "Polar Plunge" and lucky to get the Orca shots at the end too!

  • @janneroz-photographyonabudget
    @janneroz-photographyonabudget Год назад +1

    As a person whose life long ambition has been to go there, my jealousy levels are off the scale! I'm just glad that you've managed to bring a personal touch to your video, so much better than watching someone on tv going there. Watching your video is almost as good as experiencing it first hand, but at least I'm warm. You are so brave, that plunge, I think if it had been me, I would've jumped in and then vanished forever. All of this with your lovely tones accompanying the video. Thank you so much for your channel, it's one of the highlights of my day whenever you post.

  • @davidfitzpatrick7399
    @davidfitzpatrick7399 Год назад +1

    Gave into peer pressure I see. I grew up in Newfoundland and I watched icebergs, whales and other fun things from the ocean. Didn't know that one day people would fly into Newfoundland to watch an iceberg or whales. I do miss the ocean, one thing is that each time you walk along the shores there was something different. In June I may return to Newfoundland to visit relatives but it's also a good time to watch icebergs. Nothing like the sound of an iceberg rolling and breaking up in the night! It's a very wet cold and the snow is great for making a snowperson and snowshoeing. cool video but not something I want to do but you wouldn't want to carry my pack around as I chase the Grizzly bear here in Alberta. Enjoy and stay warm. lol

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад

      Sounds like an amazing place to grow up in! Chasing Grizzly Bears...I'm intrigued ha!

  • @ashstubbings2603
    @ashstubbings2603 Год назад +1

    Touch breezy then? 😄😄In all seriousness though, it looked like an amazing trip, and thank you for documenting it for us.

  • @jenniferdacreativeexplorer
    @jenniferdacreativeexplorer Год назад +1

    Courtney - I love your channel and your videos. I love your style, quirkiness, narration and I absolutely LOVE your thought process through your photos. Thank you for such great content.

  • @rakeshnambiar1897
    @rakeshnambiar1897 Год назад +1

    Want more video like this, really enjoyed it ❤👍

  • @robertlawrence7958
    @robertlawrence7958 Год назад +1

    Excellent video. You would have to have blody good eyesight to see Wales from down there!
    Greetings from.......... Wales.

  • @andywhiteside16
    @andywhiteside16 Год назад +2

    WOW what an amazing trip your so lucky to have experienced such a wonderful location

  • @jaybradley9083
    @jaybradley9083 Год назад +3

    What an awesome adventure that must have been. You did a very good job with the handheld shots and pano. No easy feat in a bobbing boat.

  • @Gareth1959
    @Gareth1959 Год назад +1

    What an experience! Very interesting to watch your visual diary Courtney, and some great images too.

  • @pepper6253
    @pepper6253 Год назад

    Thank you for sharing your amazing journey . It was awe-inspiring amazing photos hand held and while freezing . enjoyed the penguin photos just stunning. Stay warm now. well deserved.

  • @woodygreen6826
    @woodygreen6826 Год назад +1

    Good on you. I am jealous!

  • @fepatton
    @fepatton Год назад

    “Polar plunge”? No thank you. You are crazy! 😂 But your images are gorgeous as is your videography, editing, and presentation. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!

  • @alanhall5648
    @alanhall5648 Год назад +3

    Beautiful video and images great to see you pushing your photography skills 🔥🔥🇬🇧

  • @Durio_zibethinus
    @Durio_zibethinus Год назад +11

    You did a good job with vlogging, filming, and make a photograph at the same time, well done.
    The photos themselves get a sense of scale difference, and it's really appealing.
    Sadly, no dancing penguin 🐧

    • @lyniles3881
      @lyniles3881 Год назад

      Yes, having seen Courtney's proclivities for such things in previous vlogs, I was very disappointed not to see her do a "Happy Feet" routine with the Gentoos! ;-)

  • @adragonphotography
    @adragonphotography Год назад +1

    Thank you for sharing your journey with us. You took some great photos, and im glad you got your whale pics in the end!!!! I bet you will be happy to be dry and warm again!!

  • @jimcross7002
    @jimcross7002 Год назад

    Polar plunge pure bravery thank you for taking US on a spectacular journey

  • @Powerstroke98
    @Powerstroke98 Год назад

    That was one wicked wind, at the beginning of the video, my goodness! You're making some wonderful memories Courtney, and being one that feels ill with movement, it's doubtful I'll bode well on the ship crossing, so I'm hoping upon your return, you will explain your entire trip, as I've always put off such excursions for this reason! I tend to be fine driving to locations, thus that is my travel choice these days, but always love hearing of others that travel for their photography! Noticed there was little time for your 'often' forest dance, while on the ice! Stay safe and enjoy your exciting journey!

  • @raewebb6365
    @raewebb6365 Год назад +1

    Awesome Vlog. I realize I’m definitely not physically fit enough for a trip like this, so I really enjoyed it they your experience. My favorite photo was the 1st one you took on top of that mountain/hill with the tripod. It looked so swirly and dreamy. Not your typical landscape.

  • @johnd5244
    @johnd5244 Год назад +2

    Fabulous images! The handheld pano is spectacular! Very worthy of hanging on one’s wall!!

  • @TheOneAft
    @TheOneAft Год назад +2

    Love that you started this video with the ending of the last one 😃 In general, it seems you had an unforgettable experience there. So cool that you did the plunge 🥶!

  • @dianevose9655
    @dianevose9655 Год назад

    Wonderful vlog and super images, well done on jumping in the freezing water, so amazing!!

  • @brandensPhotos
    @brandensPhotos Год назад +1

    Stunning photos!

  • @Marcello1b
    @Marcello1b Год назад

    Absolutely beautiful photos! I wish I'd be there but also to have your artistic eye. 👍👍

  • @robertdavis1255
    @robertdavis1255 Год назад +2

    Thanks Courtney for sharing your experience... great pics in challenging conditions.... you did well to capture the amazing scenery in an amazing location....well done... cheers from Australia 😀❤️

  • @glynparry6598
    @glynparry6598 Год назад +1

    Nice and interesting content Courtney. Well done with the plunge

  • @Trish12303
    @Trish12303 Год назад +1

    What an experience of a lifetime!! You are a brave young lady for jumping in that water, WAY braver than me!! 😂 Thank you for sharing your adventure and your beautiful images!! Safe travels home!!

  • @darkpixin
    @darkpixin Год назад

    absolutely wonderful images in this unique landscape

  • @lefthandedphotographer
    @lefthandedphotographer Год назад

    Beautiful image from a beautiful youg lady, it looks amazing

  • @deanwhite6507
    @deanwhite6507 Год назад +1

    Oh wow, what a wonderful and inspiring video 👌🏼and congrats on doing the polar jump 🥶🥶🥶👍
    Cheers Courtney ,
    From Dean White .

  • @swapandfriends
    @swapandfriends Год назад

    So badass! Because i know how cold it can be as a resque diver! You rock!

  • @PaulNewberyPhotography
    @PaulNewberyPhotography Год назад

    Brilliant photos 😊 a polar plunge no away especially when there is warm boat

  • @laurielphotography1118
    @laurielphotography1118 Год назад +3

    You got some really beautiful captures, Courtney! What an amazing adventure. Thanks for sharing this experience with us!

  • @craigmantle5362
    @craigmantle5362 Год назад

    100-400mm tamron > 70-200mm all day for hiking and landscapes. Beautiful video Courtney.

  • @jasonhunt3970
    @jasonhunt3970 Год назад

    Great video Courtney and great pics, an awesome once in a lifetime experience. And yes, I would take the plunge!!

  • @randyschwager2515
    @randyschwager2515 Год назад

    Fun adventure! Thanks for taking me along!

  • @2009Portugale
    @2009Portugale Год назад

    Very beautiful pictures, Thank you.

  • @haroldcarlson2775
    @haroldcarlson2775 Год назад +1

    Stellar images, what an amazing experience!

  • @littleoneadventures
    @littleoneadventures Год назад +1

    'A whale of a time‘ 🤣
    Another fantastic video!

  • @MikeMena
    @MikeMena Год назад +1

    Can't wait for your next trip somewhere!! Super fun video stories, MORE OF THESE! :)

  • @davidshaw8515
    @davidshaw8515 Год назад +2

    Thanks for sharing this journey with us. You got some photos and experiences you will never forget. Great job!

  • @jeffolson4731
    @jeffolson4731 Год назад +2

    Amazing video and an amazing adventure. I really enjoyed the pictures you shared.
    Like others have stated, the 70-200 f4 is a lot lighter. I have the f2.8 but if had a do over, I would get the f4. I don’t shot much portrait work with it, mostly close up wildlife or zoomed landscapes. I don’t need a f2.8 for that.
    The hand-held pano was pretty impressive. Your description of the smell of whale breath made me chuckle. I found it to be very accurate.
    Around here if a seal or otter tries to get in your boat you can bet there is an orca nearby.

  • @BigJim1961
    @BigJim1961 Год назад +2

    Courtney thank you for sharing the trip with us. Even if I never get to go myself watching you make the trip was pure joy. P.S. Have you thawed out from your polar plunge yet?

  • @robertchristian6910
    @robertchristian6910 Год назад

    Great job great PICS!!!!! Congratulations.

  • @FocusedNatureAndWildlifeByAJ
    @FocusedNatureAndWildlifeByAJ Год назад

    Wonderful video 👍

  • @domenicoavizzano8841
    @domenicoavizzano8841 Год назад

    Brava! Beautiful pics.. Dom

  • @ilpoheikkila4773
    @ilpoheikkila4773 Год назад

    Great video and great pictures!

  • @williamdavidson1490
    @williamdavidson1490 Год назад +1

    What a cool "Bucket List" trip !! Thanks for sharing these amazing images from the Antarctic. Cheer's from Vancouver Canada.

  • @j16m02
    @j16m02 Год назад +1

    If I could give this video more than one thumbs up, I would! Wonderful photos and a great story, well told. You may look like a delicate flower, but you are one tough lady! (I didn't see any dancing though. Did I miss that? 😁)

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад

      No haha, you didn't miss the dancing. I didn't trust myself on the snow and ice! My number one aim was to make it home in one piece ha! Thank you James.

  • @101blog
    @101blog Год назад

    Good to see you there Courtney ... Glad you linked been out of your element with the "fishy breathed" creatures ;-)

  • @DavidMiller_Photography
    @DavidMiller_Photography Год назад +1

    What an amazing opportunity and experience filled with beautiful images and memories.

  • @montanaylago
    @montanaylago Год назад

    So glad you get to go to Antartica!!! Pretty nice pics!!!

  • @eelsing1
    @eelsing1 Год назад +1

    Great video and sensational photography! And being the couch potato that I am, your plunge almost gave me a heart attack!

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад +1

      Ha! It definitely woke me up, it took the breathe right out of me!

  • @florianbecke3076
    @florianbecke3076 6 месяцев назад

    "Not a single part of my body wants to do that" ... ..... ...... GERONIMO!

  • @paulfowler3416
    @paulfowler3416 Год назад

    Some great photos in this vid.

  • @rensli1
    @rensli1 Год назад

    Thanks for sharing this adventure. The plunge is something extra for remembering this great trip to antartica. Have a good trip back and will stay tuned for your next video in the UK forest.

  • @renegossel5139
    @renegossel5139 Год назад

    We all must thank mpb to support you.
    What a great video.

  • @paulo50001
    @paulo50001 Год назад

    Your story telling is just amazing. Thanks for the ride...

  • @derrickm9808
    @derrickm9808 Год назад +1

    That must be a great experience and some awesome photos ,
    I especially like that shot of the light coming down into the snowy valley and is darker in the foreground and I have the same Nikon D850,24-120 f4 and 70-200 F2.8 VRII love them and they take great shots,
    congradulations Courtney !

  • @RoyJenkinsPacker
    @RoyJenkinsPacker Год назад

    Terrific photos and video. Beautifully done. You must of been mad, to take a dip.

  • @kathylinaker4869
    @kathylinaker4869 5 месяцев назад

    I've been using a 70-210 4 lens for over 30 years on many Nikon film cameras. Now using on my 750. Have many lenses however 70-210 4 is by far favorite all these years mostly for animals. ❤️

  • @kkuehne45
    @kkuehne45 Год назад

    Great video, you did so well on the trip. That super windy day was something else. The wind caught me at one point, and threw me into the rail…thankfully I didn’t go overboard!

  • @TC_Conner
    @TC_Conner Год назад +2

    Great video/vlog Ms. Courtney! You looked terribly cold at times when you were walking the boat deck. I'm impressed with your stamina in the Antarctic cold! I would never be able to handle such conditions! And your polar plunge proved to me just how much stamina you truly have! I have a 70-200mm in my camera bag, it was the first Canon L lens I purchased. I think you'll probably have one in your bag permanently soon. Peace. 💜

  • @DinoPozo
    @DinoPozo Год назад

    Absolutely beautiful, interesting and great experience you have had Courtney.
    Thanks for sharing your experiences... live, enjoy and keep sharing your great videos.

  • @lorenadeanda7388
    @lorenadeanda7388 Год назад

    We just got back from Antarctica too. We got lucky and missed all bad weather. I see you had more snow around you. Looks amazing. Missing Antarctica.

  • @LisaFrostPhoto
    @LisaFrostPhoto Год назад +6

    What an amazing experience and your photography and videos are stunning! I'm glad you left the mountain shots in colour - some people like converting desaturated images like that to B&W but I love the slight hints of blues and yellows in them and feel that even though the colour is subtle it really brings them to life. All of which is to say your mountain and iceberg images are my favourites! Congratulations Courtney on being outside your comfort zone and producing such beautiful and inspiring imagery.

  • @GiuseppeGessa
    @GiuseppeGessa Год назад

    What great adventure!!! And your images are really beautiful. I love the penguin photos. Fantastic!

  • @tudorciobanu3895
    @tudorciobanu3895 Год назад

    Wow, so many dSLR. That maybe proves nothing, BUT says something. Congrats, very good narative and of course photos

  • @treeman3663
    @treeman3663 Год назад +1

    Come to hervey bay Australia that's where you will get the best whale 🐋 shots

  • @slaphead55
    @slaphead55 Год назад

    That looked like a fantastic experience (apart from the swimming bit). Thanks for sharing it with us.

  • @phynes6
    @phynes6 Год назад

    New follower. Another d850 user looking forward to more videos

  • @IamUke
    @IamUke Год назад

    Beautiful images, Courtney. Great video too. Thanks for sharing!

  • @matthewgregory2106
    @matthewgregory2106 8 месяцев назад

    Orca! Your very lucky

  • @jackdarren9210
    @jackdarren9210 Год назад

    Greetings from Alabama USA I enjoy your videos.

  • @brianm.9062
    @brianm.9062 Год назад

    I have the very same 70 - 200 it is a beast, but worth the effort, images! you can feel the ice, your still pulling out the brilliant shots. Must be so exciting to be there.

  • @syedowais1650
    @syedowais1650 Год назад +1

    As always u done a great job 💛

  • @JonGibbsPhotography
    @JonGibbsPhotography Год назад

    What a lovely set of videos from this special trip. Well done Courtney. A pleasure to watch. 😀

  • @terrygoyan
    @terrygoyan Год назад +1

    Wonderful trip Courtney. I love the environmental shots of penguins. I think it's important see where they live in the shots! I was however hoping for a "dances with penguins" video. You could teach them some moves! Thanks

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад +1

      I think the penguins have the moves down ha! They could definitely teach me a thing or two about getting around ice and snow on uneven terrain!

    • @terrygoyan
      @terrygoyan Год назад

      @@CourtneyVictoria
      I wish the weather cooperated a bit more for you. Such an amazing place. I own the vr2 version of that lens and love it. It’s a bit heavy to haul around but worth it! I’ve heard that the newest FL version is even sharper.
      Don’t sell yourself short, your dance moves always make me happy! As does your photography! Thanks for the videos.

  • @PMCN53
    @PMCN53 Год назад

    Looks like a wonderful adventure, despite the elements! You were also in great company with BRendan VanSon & Greg Snell, I've been following their channels for some years now and they are great at what they do. I hope that you enjoyed the experience with them.

  • @brianeibisch6025
    @brianeibisch6025 Год назад +2

    Hi Courtney, great images of your Antarctica trip and great story telling too. 70-200 F2.8 is a large and heavy lens however I have a F4 version from Tamron. This is a fantastic lens, costing and weighing much less and I believe more appropriate for landscape photography anyway. I think the F 2.8 is really a studio and tripod lens. I also bought the collar for the Tamron F4 and found that to be most worthwhile too. Love your videos! Cheers

  • @rimtang
    @rimtang Год назад

    Love your photos, footages and video.

  • @Rob.1340
    @Rob.1340 Год назад

    Polar plunge, yes. Thank you. All the best. 👍📷😎