A day of nature photography, with hints and tips.
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- Опубликовано: 4 авг 2023
- Join me on a day of nature photography with hints and tips during a typical day in the life of a nature photographer. In this the video I revisit the site of a very popular recent image and provide many little hints and tip along the way. Not to mention creating three new images of which, one is truly portfolio worthy.
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IMO the big difference from most other nature photography channels is how you find interesting subjects/scenes where I wouldn't have found anything. Your content is truly inspiring!
Hello Simon - one of the reasons I love your channel is that you are not like so many of the other photographers out there. You are not on the hunt for the most epic scene available. Rather, your attention to detail and calm demeanor is what I appreciate. I also value the “poo lessons.” When you allow us to see the minute beauty of Mother Nature: textures, colors, and shapes it is absolutely joyful. And I then marvel at Mother Nature’s diversity. I always tell my students to do what you are passionate about - regardless of the money. You will never be happy chasing that. Keep chasing what you love Simon.
I really enjoy your videos. The calm, the stories, the small interruptions when a bird is calling out. And especially your photos, of course! Your knack of finding great compositions in "mondane" surroundings is very inspiring to me. If you want to go overboard, please do, but I'm happy as it is. Your channel is the one I never miss!
Thank you very much Peter. That's lovely feedback.
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Hey Simon. For me personally, there is one thing that makes your channel absolutely outstanding. You remind us to appreciate what we find right at our doorsteps. Rather than hunting for ostensibly spectacular places or subject matters, you help relearning to see and cherish a more subtle beauty of nature. I don't mind a bit of repetition at all. Rather the opposite. It's a challenge that a lot of nature photographers face.
Thomas Heaton brought me to your channel, and you Squire are an extraordinary photographer, unique and different, clam and still with peaceful delivery of Nature's wonders.. just keep doing what you're doing it's outstanding, Simon.. 👌🏽
Wow, thank you!
Please keep doing what you have been doing, it’s what sets you apart from other landscape photographers and I always enjoy seeing how you go about creating your images
I think I'm with many of the others Simon. I love the informative walks and notes on composition and the results. Passing on your knowledge of trees, plants and wildlife is always interesting. If you do get an exceptional picture, well so much the better. Your level 3 is my exceptional one!
Your gift is making amazing images from the mundane at a small scale. I will never tire of these. Never underestimate them, they are very special, even if easy to you!
Thank you so much Simon
I echo the comments of others who say your channel is great as it is. I especially enjoy how you notice images many of us would never notice, and how you talk through your composition. Your thought process and the high standards are at least 2 things that I learn from all the time.
Nature is beauty and you find it everywhere from the forest floor to the treetops. Love watching your channel and have learned to take the time and look around. Discovery of the beauty in nature and how to appreciate it is one of your many strengths. Your generosity in taking us along is greatly appreciated. Experiencing your videos is always' exceptional'. If you personally feel the need to expand to more exceptional (your standards)photographs then I will be there along for the ride. Thanks for all you do.
Please keep taking forest floor photos. They are beautyfull and show that we can take photos almost anyware without looking for grand vistas that are often difficult to find and go to. I have a small woodland in my back yard here in Canada and find new subjects almost every time thanks to you.
There is no other channel that makes me want to grab my camera and go out and shoot like your channel Simon! It's such a unique thing, such a high motivation for me. I wait week after week for your new video, in my opinion there is no reason to change anything! Especially your local videos, where you show us how important the photographer is and not only the environment, that's what makes your videos worth it for me, I enjoy every single second of it. ❤
I think you will like my next video. Short but very intriguing.
Your videos offer constant education, whether it is your encyclopedic knowledge of flora and fauna or your delivery of the thinking behind your compositions. Keep doing what you're doing, the delivery is perfect. When the truly amazing images come along, just highlight that fact and take time to explain why.
What I appreciate about your films is two-fold: your hunt for and explanation of the composition and the genuine excitement you get from photography. The detail you provide around finding compositions and why they work for you is invaluable. The enthusiasm with which you do so is inspirational. Whatever you decide, I would suggest keeping the channel true to you as a photographer. Photograph your passion because, in doing so, your enthusiasm comes through and the film becomes more engaging as a result. I fear we lose authenticity when we attend to others wishes over our own. That, I feel, would be a detriment to the channel. Just my opinion obviously. Love your films Simon. I'm sure whatever you decide will be best for you and the channel and the content will be as valuable as always.
Thanks for a great helpful response
There are lots of 'epic' photo shoots to be seen on RUclips. I certainly enjoy them but I get far more inspiration seeing you out and about, finding compositions in the types of places I can relate to. Whenever I'm out with my camera and think there is nothing to be photographed, I think of your videos and how I need to look closer at my surroundings.
There's not much I can add to what has already been said except do whatever brings you joy and I'm sure it will be contagious. Cheers.
By your hand, the crisp richness of leaves etched on the forest floor peak as crowns of beauty.
Hello Simon. As I'm sure most viewers would agree, I don't think there's any need for changing the way you approach your filmmaking or the kind of images that you present. I understand you are probably more critical about your own images than many of who are viewing them are, but as I have said before, it isn't ALL about the final images anyway.
Your style of presentation, enthusiasm for your subjects, and calming manner are things that are missing from a lot of other photography channels, making you one of the best to watch every month. ❤
Thanks for the vote of confidence Jeff. Much appreciated
Don't change anything. =) I follow your channel, just because of how you walk around and find beautiful photos everywhere. Especially Woodland floor pictures.
I love the way you can find shots amongst the ordinary, because that’s exactly what I aspire to do. As others have said do what you want to do, it’s your channel not ours, we just follow along
You should do whatever makes you happiest while you're in the field. I'm just happy to go along for the ride. I've been doing landscape photography for about a decade. If I had to choose only one channel for landscape photography, it would be yours, hands-down. I learn something new with each episode. I appreciate the detailed explanations of your compositions and your methods.
You never fail to deliver in your videos, as mentioned below you find compositions in things that most would walk past, another excellent educational lesson. to me it does not matter wether you show more in depth compositions or the more common, both hold the interest to the viewer.
As much as I like and enjoy your eye for macro woodland composition, I miss the old days of coastal photography, and the wider compositions.
I would suggest you stick with the images that YOU find appealing. If you find an exceptional subject then by all means capture it. But I've enjoyed the choices you've made so far. Your ability to find beautiful images just by walking through the woods or along the coast has served as an inspiration to me.
Why are we hooked on watching your channel. You educate and inspire about nature and photography. You show us how to look. Never boring. So show us what inspires you. We will be with you.
i enjoy coming along with you on your journeys no matter what you choose to photograph.
It was a couple of years ago that Thomas Heaton highlighted your channel when you showed there were things to photograph in the summer. That video, and subsequent ones, enabled me to see more and get more out of summer outings with the camera and if I did not always come away with something, it didn’t matter. Getting out and engaging with nature was more important. I love the pace of your videos as well as your choice of subjects. Rather than move away from, say, the forest floor, or coastal floor images, maybe once in a while, look for something more elusive, say one in every four or five videos, or whatever frequency is manageable, but maintain the regular content too.
Your images are truly wonderful, and we all need new challenges and room to grow. It's evident that most of your fans, including myself, are drawn to your channel for your unique perspective. Your willingness to take the path you want to explore resonates with us, and we're more than happy to travel along with you on this journey. Your videos not only provide enjoyment but also inspire us to embrace our own paths and pursue our passions. Thank you for sharing your vision, knowledge, and thoughts with us. We eagerly anticipate every new adventure you take us on.
Thanks for the great feedback Carl
I, like everyone else love your channel as is. It's not only informative about photography but it is also informative about nature etc. At least it is for me. I learn something new from every video I have watched, which almost all of them.
Rather than repeat, I'm with the others regarding the way you have been choosing and presenting your compositions; inspiring and informative. To me, what is important for you to be taking photos of and presenting to us is what pleases you. I hope you never consider choosing compositions based upon what viewers may like rather that what is most pleasing to you.
Simon to be honest, I - like many others in your comments - just enjoy watching what you do, however you do it. If your looking to explore new realms which initially hinders the number of shots taken, then go for it. Your photography is for you, we're just hear enjoying you being you. Crack on mate.
I agree with Peter Lind, just keep doing what you're doing.
Your images and presentation are always inspiring and absolute top notch. Having said that, I would love to see you pushing your creative limits and taking us along with you. So my vote is for including new challenges! I suspect that might have been your intuition anyway. 🙂
I am willing to watch whatever you want to post. I learn something regardless. Thank you for your content. I have and continue to learn a lot.
Just got to the holly image and love it. I’ve never really seen an image before which immediately said “ print me on aluminium” but this one does
Definitely don't want you to change your process, your style or your content Simon. Thanks
Follow your heart Simon, I'm along for the amble.
The main things I like about your videos is you showing us your process and thoughts, as opposed to "5 Things You're Doing WRONG!", or "You MUST Try This AMAZING Camera!", etc., etc., ad nauseum. So I'm fine with doing what you've been doing, or being more selective if that makes you happier; but what will keep me here is continuing to inspire me rather than lecturing me.
I hear you. I hate that hard sell video content too.
I personnally find it interesting whether the images are, for you, easy or more challenging. It is how you take on the challenge of finding suitable subject material I find important.
I appreciate the "image" critique in the field. The reasons you set up a composition and what to eliminate or important features to include.
Simon, I always enjoy your work. Today’s images are no exception. As for my response to your question, If you only want to show work you consider to be exceptional I am fine with that decision. You usually show three images; however, if an outing only provides one image I will be satisfied. You have a significant number of variable constraints to satisfy to produce even a category 3 image. Too little light, too much light, light in the wrong place , light disappearing while you set up, a distracting element that cannot be avoided, and on and on. Show what you will I will enjoy. Smaller compositions are more numerous, and your photographic eye is trained to notice them. If you like them shoot away. A beautiful scene is a beautiful scene no matter it’s size.
I really like the 1st and 2nd images. They were gorgeous.
great photo of the tall tree and the canopy. amazing how a change in conditions can make it look so different
just be real.. your devoted will be real.. your videos are amazing... they are like nature documentaries.. i tried doing them.. and it needs a director, editor and sense of photography..
I wouldn’t change a thing. The process, the commentary, and the images are spot-on. Just keep doing what you are doing. I’m a big fan.
Hi Simon, I will never tire of seeing the more intimate images that you so skillfully capture. I'm happy for the channel to carry on 'as is'. If you manage to see an image with a wider view then capture that and include it in the video. I keep going out trying to capture the sort of images that you find 'easy' to see and take but it's still a challenge for me and I'm sure many other subscribers. I've also recommended your channel to other YT's when they include intimate woodland/Meadow locations 😊
I love things as they are. Understanding your thought process is very useful
the Holy image really works for me, lovely colours and textures, appy wi that 🙂
I've neglected my viewing of your channel for a few months, being distracted by other things. I'm now sitting quietly in front of my iMac 27", viewing the images #1 is beautiful indeed. I love your approach to photography Simon!... cheers!
Shame on you...just joking. I hope all is well with you and family. I know the feeling of distractions. Maintaining this channel has been quite a strain lately with important domestic jobs coming out of my ears.
I have watched so many RUclips channels regarding photography over the years. Fantastic locations with top of the range equipment (if it’s your hobby you want the best of course). Finding your channel has given me so much inspiration. I didn’t realise how much there is just in my local area. Great tutorials to keep me interested.
It's your ability to spot and compose those intimate forest floor shots and your explanation of how you are working with the scene and the light that marks you out as unique among the photography RUclipsrs IMHO. The wider scenes are also interesting, but there are a lot of others doing that. I love and value your work. (Bit late commenting as I've been away for a few weeks, but always go back to catch up on your video when I get home)👍
Hi Simon,
To give you my take on the question you asked in the beginning of this video: I admire your craftsmanship and eye for beautiful compositions. Your images are very precise at the risk of being a bit sterile. I’m missing, for the lack of a better word, soul in your photos. I don’t mean drama, what is preferred by so many landscape photographers because I love quiet images. For example from Adam Gibbs or Jamie Overland.
I love your videos just as they are. Do not change anything! It is the way i do it when i am going out.
Taking 3* images and take a 4* or 5* when it comes along.
Your pictures this week leave me speechless!❤ Great work! Thank you for sharing your ideas, your thoughts, your working process with us!
Seriously, thank you so much!
I love your channel just the way it is, which is why I always watch as soon as I see a new video. I'll always get something out of your content so I'm fine with whatever you do.
First, I think that the 'walkthroughs' you're doing are gold - i really like the feeling of being there with the screen and working through (and also anticipating) the compositional options with you. Second, the Fagus understory is an interesting one. The sparseness of the vegetation: in New Zealand, we have the Nothofagus, and in my experience that's quite typical as well. In the forest i live in, many of the ridges are dominated by Nothofagus, and really the only tree of any significance that seems to tolerate close proximity with them is our Phyllocladus trichomanoides. Neither of these trees are deciduous, but the carpet of leaf-litter in the contrasting forms, amongst low clumping mosses, can be absolutely spectacular. I don't know for certain (at all, really), but i suspect that the Nothofagus produces a chemical in its roots that inhibits other plants, and perhaps this is the case with the Fagus as well(?). Great video - many thanks and all the best.
I love New Zealand so it's great to read your detailed comment! I have visited NZ 5 times so far and hopefully will do again in the future. Best wishes from the UK
@@CarolineOrdHume Five times - that's just alarming! Hey... i loved your video of the swans doing their laborious take-off routine; Jesus was a swan (apparently-maybe). The geese i didn't really approve of because of the level of violence. The closest we get to that in our parts is magpies bombing hawks, which is basically an Australian thing. Anyway, you're welcome to drop by anytime. All the best from a cabin in a swamp in a rainforest in Taranaki.
Change nothing! You are the most informative photography channel on You Tube. My woodland floor photography has just started thanks to you.
Simon, great shots as always. To answer your question, I recommend you do both. Mix it up…. And just keep snapping!
I really like the channel as it is …. I like to see your ability to capture excellent images when many of us would think there were no subjects …. It certainly helps me “see” compositions when out in the bush.
Another excellent video Simon. I so admire your ability to see beauty where we mere mortals of photography just walk by. Thank you for your efforts. Best.
As with many others, I find your 3s fantastic already, so am happy with the current style of video. It is always great to watch you exploring a site and finding images even in the most anonymous looking locations. My only quibble would be the length - I follow quite a few channels, but if the video goes above 20 minutes I am increasingly less likely to find the time to watch it. Splitting an outing into two parts would be fine (I think you could make two excellent videos from this one).
Hi Simon, I've always really enjoyed your art. Please continue presenting what we've grown to appreciate, it's so different to every other photo channel I've come across. Thx Tom
I have been using your films to nudge me away from my usual points of view. I enjoy all your images, I find your discussions useful and easy to understand. I My viewing is not dependent on the rating you assign an image. I even enjoy seeing the occasional slight mishap (leaving a camera bag where a wave can wash up around it, not pulling the cover back over a bag after removing equipment) Your discussions about composition and light are useful and informative. Any way you travel suits me.
Another masterclass, Simon, well done! You are able to find subjects where I would still be walking, although the group of fungi at the start of the video would have been a photo op for me. It is amazing to compare the two photos from last week...to me the open patch on the right was better for the rain, but the rock wall on the left was nicer when dry but a blob of dark in the rain. Your videos are really helping me develop my photographers eye. Thank you!!
I love the forest floor images. My area has fewer ancient woodlands and the macro world provides me better opportunities
Yes, the chances of coming home with a great image is much greater if you allow the closer scenes into your armoury.
Thank you Simon for sharing those beautiful images and the space where they are in the world. I love being taken along on a walk and just seeing what comes. As for the type of content - bring what gives you joy or delight. Don’t feed the machine of us or the algorithm. If you’re doing what you enjoy and is making you smile - we will end up enjoying it just as much you. Do it for you first.
I really enjoy watching you go for a walk with no specific image in mind and see what catches your eye. I find, in my photography, that if I try for a certain type of shot, I rarely get a great image, but if I wander with an open mind and eye, I usually find something pretty neat and I enjoy myself more. Thanks for all the inspiration.
Super calm video and loved the way you share your thought process. The comparisons with and without the rain are excellent. I learned a lot in 30 minutes. Thanks!
Simon, your channel is inspirational just the way it is. You don't need to change a thing.
Hi Simon,
Sorry this is a bit late with regards your question, you're content for me is always outstanding. The regular type of images you refer to are just as valid as the more elusive images, they help to re-enforce the compositions and subjects i can take myself. i hope this helps in you decision.
All the best.
Thanks Richard. Better late than never. All taken on board.
It is always a pleasure to watch your videos. Not only do we get superb images (your 3 is my image of the year!) but we also learn something every time. Personally I'd love to see some first class, award winning images but that's purely because I can't believe you could get better. Thank you Simon.
I enjoy your videos because you can find interesting scenes alot of us would walk right by. You also seem to have alot of knowledge about the wildlife and ecology you encounter. Very few people know what kind of trees and plants were looking at. It's very educational to see thos explained. Thank you for posting such interesting content!
The content for me personally is spot on. I enjoy every aspect of your videos and I subscribed for just that reason. If people demand more then so be it, but I for one enjoy these videos in the way you have always done them! Keep up the great work!
You should do a segment on the more illusive shoots vs normal content, like one day a week.
I love your wisdom. Keep your content the same; love it. As others have said, I love taking photos in my local area and you inspire me that that's as great a place as any far-flung location.
Thank you so much for that.
Amazing captures!
For me your current format is totally fine, it's a good mixture of very good and excellent photos. What I find most interresting is your thought pattern for each scene. There is a lot to learn from that. You walk through "ordinary" woodland and see those extraordinary frames where a lot of us would propably just walk past, that inspires me the most. You have such an excellent eye for frames and of cause an extensive knowledge of Nature in general. Just keep 'em coming, love it ! ...
Great as it is 📷
Simon this video has exactly the type of content that I value. I really appreciate you talking through your images (both used and rejected) and your creativity. As far as I’m concerned, the more you produce like this the better.
You are unique among the photography channels. Why on earth would you want to change ? Keep up the excellent videos .
I thought it was becoming a bit repetitive?
@@SimonBoothPhotography not at all. There is something new all the time. Indeed if you look at HT or Paul Crompton, or Gavin Hardcastle , they shoot the same scene quite often. Indeed since G Hardcastle moved Nova Scotia he gas become quite repetitive Indeed. So no you have nothing to worry about. You are genuinely unique. The rest shoot the big vistas; sunrise and sunsets repetitively.
Simon, keep doing what you are doing. I don't see any reason to change. Always informative, knowledgeable about your subject matter and inspiring.
Hi Simon. I quite enjoy your videos as you currently make them. It's always delightful seeing new parts of woodlands and new finds, and to listen to your informative discussions. If you change your strategy to focus only on the most remarkable shots, I think your content would be less frequent and it would also put unnecessary stress on you. Just enjoy what you do, as you seem to at the moment. And the memorable shots will still come, mixed in with the other beautiful photos.
I'll soon going on my first day-trip for nature photography. This video will help me on my way. Thank you.
Personally I really enjoy the quality of the images that you produce at the moment. What you call mundane is what I would be very happy to achieve. I certainly don't see your images as dull or boring. However as has been said by others, if you are finding the images you are producing mundane and that they are stifling your creativity then why not mix it up a bit. Some videos as they are now and others more involved. Whatever you decide I will continue to follow you as you find images that many of us simply don't see.
I love your forest floor images - it's the kind of photography I've alway loved taking myself - and your outstanding photos are a real help to me. It sets a higher goal|standard for me to try and achieve. Thanks for sharing your insights\vision.
Always a treat to see your videos pop up.
On content, I’m happy just watching you do your thing, whatever you choose to photograph we will watch it.
Viewers are always going to have differing tastes and ability levels, be it their “eye” or technical skill, so you will never please everybody.
Perhaps instead of choosing either mix it up and have some videos chasing an abundance of shots and the odd super focused highend image special.
Great video again Simon 👍🏻
I really enjoy your content as it is. If you come across something 'elusive' and photograph that I'll enjoy that too. I particularly like your commentary - I learn so much about photography, the process, flora and fauna! I also appreciate you finding things to photograph where you've been many times before.- as someone who doesn't travel far at the moment, it gives me inspiration. Thank you 😄
I'm still learning, so find your present mix highly informative... Observing your process is more helpful than focus on portfolio results. Excellent work, Simon, and superbly educational. Thank you
As many, if not all, the others seem to be saying, your videos are perfect as they are. You are inspiring and so knowledgeable. You are very informative and help me to really see things when I take photos.
Hey Simon, a very enjoyable video. I l enjoyed the one with the holly leaves especially.
In regards to your content, I enjoy following you on your journey, seeing a peek into your process, seeing the world a bit through your eyes. I wouldn’t want to see you changing what you shoot for an audience. If it strikes your fancy, please keep shooting the little things. If you want to shoot more epic shots, please do that. I watch your channel for you doing your thing, your way. 😉
Cheers Shaun. I found myself at a bit of a personal crossroad, but it seems most seem to still enjoy the content as is.
Since you asked for feedback, I'd offer that I would enjoy seeing some videos where black and white is the focus. I often find that color is a distractor, particularly in scenes with so much green. I often switch my monitor to grayscale when watching your videos to see the scene in black and white and many of the photos are really nice in monochrome. Usually by late summer, I find green to be overpowering and the textures, shapes, and lines become lost in all the green. I know you are a fan of golds and browns but I thought the holly leaves image looked really nice in black and white as well.
for me Simon just keep doing what your doing, its not broke so no need to fix it, atb.
Over the past few years, your videos have become a part of my routine. Especially through out the Pandemic and lock down. I fully enjoy seeing all your images. But I think I would like to see a more diverse set of images. In short keep the forest floor photos but add in more of the illusive choices you come across.
I for one would also like to see more post-processing video. Maybe one a quarter or bi-annual. OR, Maybe a written tutorial.
Thank you for all you do. Your videos are very informative.
Personally Simon, I love to tune in to your channel for exactly what it's been. And that's highly informative, damn inspirational content for those of us who love nature photography but don't have access to grand landscapes or exotic wildlife. The woods you walk through are like the woods I walk through with my camera (without the waterfalls dang it!). NEVER boring....don't make any drastic changes! Love it as is!
Love your videos as they are , entertaining, inspirational, relaxing and most of all you have learned me how to concentrate on one subject at a time and to take less snap shots. Just keep your videos coming, all different subjects please 👍
Personally Simon whatever content you put out I find incredibly inspiring and a joy to watch. I must admit I think your forest floor / other intimate images are exceptional and have inspired me most of all. I can only speak for myself but I reckon you should just keep doing what you're doing.
Great video and superb photos! You really inspire me in my photography journey! ❤
Simon, I think all your images are wonderful, what you call a "3" is still to a high standard to me, and I'm sure, most of your viewers. It is a delight to see your images, the subject matter, compositions and treatment are enlightening and inspiring. It would be nice, more often, to see how you edit and process your photographs? Thank you and keep up the excellent work.
Don't change anything, Simon. No one else can make a great composition of a few dead holly leaves!
Hi Simon, I really enjoy your videos and I do appreciate the fact that you give us all this useful information about mature. Your knowledge adds more value than a common photographic vlog. Personally, I don’t mind the current format and content of your videos. Having said that of course, I wouldn’t mind seeing the more elusive photos but I think you would add unnecessary pressure to yourself as these kind of photos wouldn’t come all the time. Unless you are up for the challenge. Either way we are happy with what you are producing and if these shots actually do come they will be very welcome. 😃