Hey guys, first of all thanks so much for watching and for your continued support. I wanted to offer some hind sight on my frustrations towards the end of this video. I was way too harsh on myself where my photography was concerned and although I’m still not particularly fond of the oak tree image, ironically it was my favourite image from the day. With that being said and most importantly, I’d forgotten the fundamental of landscape photography - to enjoy it. This is something I preach on this channel on the regular! I didn’t get any decent images - so what? For me this was a special day in returning to a land that means everything to me. If you take anything from this video, let it be this retrospect! Thanks so much for tuning in. Henry.
We all have days like that. I learned long ago it is OK to not even click the shutter once in an outing. If I do nothing more than hears the birds singing and the wind blowing through the trees it is a great day.
You are sooo hard on yourself! Like you say in your comment it isn't always about the photos. You had a wonderful day out doing what you love & that's all that matters. Keep your chin up young lad. You never disappoint
Nothing to beat yourself up about Henry. When I get into these modes, I put the camera away and just wander. This seems to take the pressure off and just let the brain reset. Works for me anyway. All the best fella.
This is one of the primary reasons why hiking and backpacking is primary and photography is almost secondary to me. I view so much I see in view of a great photo when I am out I don't worry about capturing that perfect picture as long as I am feeling the place I am in and connecting with it on an emotional level. I think I got 3 decent photos from my 10 days in the LD recently...of course I was there more for hiking and camping but I had my camera with me for any opportunity that would present itself, but the LD speaks to you and you have to listen even if you take nothing away but the words
Every photographer goes through that process discussed at the end. Visiting places with the best conditions while feeling frustrated that you can't seem to capture something special of what you thought you could capture. As you stated, you leave a place frustrated, when in your head you think "how could I not capture something truly epic when everything seemed perfect". But don't think of it as a negative, think of it as a positive. You've not reached the very top - it would be boring there. Instead, you have much more of an incredible photography adventure to come. The journey is far greater than the destination.
I actually really like the picture of the oak tree! But even if it isn't what you expected, you will get fog again someday and you will get a picture you really like with those conditions someday. Don't let it get you down, it's already great to be out there and have a great day! 😊
Good morning Henry. I’ve been watching your channel for a year now. I was amazed how many images you could make and share in your video. When other spent 20 minutes with one image you can share three. That’s what I like. That’s the true life. When we are out, pro photographer or not, we are sometimes in rush in front of a scene, in move with something that’s nice, but not a good image. That’s what you share: passion to be out, try new things, honesty about yourself and your image. Personally, I find the oak tree image pleasant, peaceful and well done and well processed . Keep be yourself and don’t put to much pressure on you. Have a good day.
I've always tinkered with photography, but a week ago I bought my first dslr, since then I've been hooked on RUclips watching videos like yours. I too love the Lakes & your enthusiasm shines through and aspires me to get out and enjoy it as you do.Keep up the fab work/photos & videos. Well done! Martin
This was your best woodland photography video yet Henry, not because you had an amazing photo, but because you are determined to better yourself. keep up the great work.
I find watching your videos, listening to you, very enjoyable and also learning from how you express yourself, down to earth. Best Photography Videos, keep it up...
Don't be hard on yourself or your outcomes. Your images, particularly the oak, is excellent. Looks like you had a fab day in fab conditions. That was the success.
Behind you you had a path. With your red jacket it would have become an intresting picture. A photo of your back in the forest, the mist, the trees and the narrow path, road. 👌
I really like some if these videos were it does not always just flow. Because its real ... and genuine frustration Nobody can knock your enthusiasm too and honest approach which is why I support what you do and love you pictures . Message to anyone who thumb down this post. Your not getting out enough. !! Really thumb down!! Well let's see what you have to.post then. ....waiting !!!!!
Don't normally comment hard on myself confidence wise ....but as an amateur photographer I'd give anything to visit places like these but mammy duties first and it's all about enjoying and seeing these special places a photo is a bonus . :)
Remember that being there is 90% of the joy of landscape photography. You may have been disappointed with the images - I rather liked them, but you still had the experience of a day in the woodland which is not to be sniffed at.Thanks for the frankness of the vlog, it does us hobbyists good to see that even the pros have what they regard as off days.I'm off to the woods myself tomorrow - no rain forecast, but that'll bring it's own challenges in the middle of summer....whatever the images I'll be there in the fresh air in nature.
What a great video. I am in the process where I have to learn that it is not always about the photos but just be out in nature and enjoy it so thanks for this video and share your thoughts with us.
“Probably the best of a bad bunch”! ... no way lad that my friend is a beautiful photograph I love it mate it’s got the feel of that fog and the non conformity of the subject against the uniformed pine tree background, and the colours of the foxglove compliment the muted colours the fog adds to the image. TDH! ... top drawer Henry 😉
Henry, you are back home again, back in the Lakes, how special is that? Your frustration is misplaced mate, simply because you needed to make this first trip extra special by coming home with a prize winner of a shot, when the real prize was just being back where you are most at home. And by the way the shots you took were great. Good stuff, always a pleasure to watch.
Arrrrr the frustration! It makes us return though and means the keepers, when we get them, are even more special! Sometimes it’s a bonus capturing THE shot! Just being out there is special, like when you nodded as you sat on the bench. Enjoyed it as always Henry👍🏻
Hey Henry, I really couldn't agree more with you opening statement about warm summer rain! The smell of Petrichor is sublime and make the process of photography in the woods and landscape at large so much more enjoyable than its winter counterpart :) - Enjoying your new found passion for the woods, in particular you focus on the sounds of the falling rain and babbling brook and bird chirps this something I have been working on in my woodland videos. We are a little limited in Ancient woodland here in Worcestershire, so I might have to travel further to get some old Oaks!
@@HenryTurnerphoto no you really cant, plenty of rain here again in recent days, but an all nighter on friday at Cregennan Lakes photographing Comet Neowise has taken its toll and i have not been out since to make the most of the less than idea conditions
wow Henry,you truly are to hard on yourself mate,my comments wont mean a thing to you as i know nothing,i just appreciate beautiful things,but the images are beautiful,mystical,magical.everything i think woodlands are.thank you for sharing your gorgeous work with us all,it is truly appreciated.
Hi Henry. Like you say sometimes its hard to get the right composition, some you win some you lose but I think you were a winner with the first image mate.
I feel your pain Henry, woodland can be so frustrating at times but, as you rightly say, there are times when the day is more important than the photography. It is all about enjoying the experience, the pictures will come.
Fantastic vlog mate and hey woodland photography can be frustrating but as you point out what is equally as important is just being there. Cheers mate 😃👍✌
Don't be hard on yourself mate you've got some cracking woodland images over the woodland series of vlogs youve put out. I've found myself that it's a very difficult thing to master and it's all about just getting out there and being there at the right place at the right time. 👍
Nice video. I'm similar in being harsh on myself, easy to forget to enjoy the moment. I'm hoping to get my first lake district blog under my belt this weekend.
Hi Henry, I think you are right about summer rain. I get told off by people here in London coz we don't have much here! I like both of your shots, though the left hand side of the stream could be a little bit lighter, maybe. Great composition on both showing the forest flora. When I went on Scottish landscape photography holidays we were advised not to get our cameras too wet, so I used to put a clear plastic sleeve over the camera (made out of a plastic bag). I guess you're OK with the rain on the camera. At the beginning of today's session I noticed some nice shots, especially the beech leaf with the dark background. Just thought I would mention that. Until next time.
Thanks so much Janet, yes that summer rain is beautiful! Yeah I should take more care about my camera but I guess I trust the weather sealing more than I should
Another nice video.........I hate the feeling you get when you don't want to go home. I felt like that when I was at Malham Tarn on Monday last week Could have stayed there all day and it was drizzling but a warm day.
I’m back. I received a set of headphones for my iPAD for my birthday. WHOA! The musical scores in your videos are super awesome. This old man is cheering you on, pal.
Beautiful video, thoroughly enjoyed it. As for the first shot I was willing you to go very low, even splay the tripod legs right out and span the stream, if possible, to get a shot of the stream ambling through the ferns from just above the water. Great location and great weather. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the comment Martin, yes that's a mint idea - it would have been good to get close to that cascade to make it appear a little bigger tin the frame. Thanks again mate
After having a Canon 5d2 trashed by a downpour while shooting the tour of Briatin a few years ago in Cockermouth I'm surprised you didn't put the camera's rain jacket on. Great location, by the way.
D7200 is weather proof. I have had the D200, D300, D7200 and D800 and they are all properly weather proof and so is his 16~35 lens. I had a calssic 5D years ago that I used in one crazy Manchester winter while it was snowing like hell. The camera lasted the course but as my fingers got numb so did the camera. It survived after leaving it for a while to dry out. I have not subjected my 5D MKii to the same treatment yet. LOL. I guess a freezer bag would have to do if push came to a shove.
Hey Henry, I live in the Pacific NW of the US, where the woodlands are very similar to what you have. So, I enjoy following you and finding inspiration for things I can try close to home. Okay, I have a question for you: In your long exposure image with the stream, there are ferns in the foreground which moved during your 8-second exposure. I like the blur, but some people go through the trouble of focus stacking to remove that. It seems unnatural to me to have the stream moving but nothing else. Plus, the bit of blur gives the viewer more to experience - in this case, a soft breeze next to a creek on a misty day. Anyway, I'm curious what your thoughts on focus stacking are.
Another great video Henry. Loved the images, the first was my own favourite. Definitely too hard on yourself. Like you said you had a great day out doing what you enjoy.
Think you are being too hard on yourself Henry. You have a talent as that is evident in the images you produce and this is then conveyed in your videos. I would say we are always learning and if it dosen't go the way you want in terms of the image but if you have enjoyed the time out there, then day is not a lost cause
Where I live, temps are 95 degrees average. High humidity, stifling. Envy your cool wet forest. The bench, wondering, is it the bench red riding hood rested on the way to grandma's house?
We are always our own harshest critics. Which isn't necessarily bad. That first image is... nice, but yeah, lacking something. And like you, I can't say what. The second, I'd be happy to have in my own portfolio (portfolio, HAH! Inadequate collection of utter dreck, more like). It's a quiet, apparently unassuming image that actually has quite a lot of appeal - the lone oak, the mist, the purple of the foxgloves. I might have shot and edited it slightly differently (but I think that everyone would, as we're all individuals), but as it stands, I like it! Well done Mr Turner, top drawer!
Join the "frustration" club, I know exactly you you feel, you are like me, too hard on yourself. I am a two hour drive from the lake district, from your video I should visit there soon!!
Great video Henry that voiced the frustration that many of us face. I keep telling myself that if it was easy, everyone would be David Bailey! I have plans in place (obviously hoping the virus situation improves) to spend a week in the Lake District in mid October and fingers-crossed capture some images that show the majesty of autumn in the woodlands there. Any tips, locations not to be missed etc would be greatly appreciated.
Woodland is tough man it tests all your abilities and technique my best advice is to walk through it and try multiple angles, distances and lenses. Observe and revisit, all of a sudden it will hit you like a ton of bricks and you'll have that "Duh" moment. Happy hunting Henry, just be patient.
The oak three shot is almost a shot great in my opiniom. All that spoils it for me is the Dark tree behind it. But what do you do...Carry a chain same around with you. The concept of the shot seemed sound but as you say it’s hard. Some you win some you dont, quite...
Hi Henry ,Today I noticed two new things in your video, one is your hair style👌👌😀 and the second one is there is some awesome camera moments like crane shots done without you,how did you done that??
Just noticed that your screw to tighten up the Arca Swiss clamp has a level bubble on it like mine - any idea why ? Another interesting blog Henry, keep it up.
Hey Henry send some of that summer rain this way. Looking really bad here in the northeast United States. Grass is turning brown and flowers are dying off. Not very photogenic right now. Went to photograph a waterfall today and it was all dried up.
I’m a new subscriber to your videos and it was watching them that inspired me to go walking round some woods near me this afternoon (Kinnoull Hill/Deuchny Woods, Perth) so thank you for giving me the impetus to get my arse out with my camera to try stuff! (Btw, that pic with the foxgloves & the oak tree- I’d be so chuffed with that, I think it’s a belter...or mint, as you’d say! Cheers)
Henry Turner no worries. Been furloughed from work for a few months so always good to find inspiration to try new things, and there are plenty of woods in Perthshire to practise in. Woodland shots are new to me but you don’t improve if you don’t try! 🍻
I loved the image of the oak tree - beautiful, atmospheric and interesting. Foxgloves are a key feature this time of year and although I have taken numerous images I haven't managed to capture one that evokes the magic of the woodland like yours does. I can understand the frustration - when you are enjoying a journey so much you want to capture an image that will forever remind you of the day, however sometimes it's not possible and you have to rely on memory instead. You will always remember the first venture after lockdown into Lakeland woods :-) Although I also enjoyed the image of the stream, I think the small diagonal tree to the left of the stream tends to lead the eye out of the scene and away from the subject - maybe this is what made you feel uneasy about the composition.
Hi i have bean in my local wood today trying to find some sort of photo to take and seeing how you got on, i am the same just can not seem to get what i wont. Then when i got home i think i should of took a photo, never mind i will go and look again some time next week. As i have said before i like wildlife photography, but i also like the landscape as well. I would love to have a photo of mine to put up on the wall and say i took that, so thanks for this big nudge that you are giving me.
I noticed you took quite a bit of stuff from your pack. Can you please tell me what pack it is please. I need a new pack and that looked as if It was fairly roomy. Enjoyed the video as always. I hope things start to look up a bit for you now.
@@HenryTurnerphoto Thanks Henry, after seeing your last video I ordered one. Good camera space but apparently plenty of space for jacket and a bit of food, water for day hike.
It’s better to come away with nothing than force a composition together..I quite liked the image of the oak tree and so do others so you may have been a bit disappointed with it but as you said it’s about being out and enjoying nature..how’s the funding going for the Ireland trip??
I really liked the first photo, personally I think if you had panned to the right slightly so the fern at the bottom was more towards the edge making the trees a little more central giving you more ground on the right then the shot would have had a better balance. I’m no expert though that’s just my feeling.
Cheer up lad, nothing wrong with the shots you got i'm just wondering if there was a composition right behind you with the path snaking off into the fog
Can't see the wood for the trees eh.... ;) Some days we struggle to find our "inspiration"... but makes it all the more worthwhile when we do next time out... :)
In my humble opinion I thought that both images in this video were great. Stop beating yourself up so much Henry. I know that we are all our biggest critics but I guess it comes down to my theory that photography is all about getting an image that you personally like & if others then also like it then that is a bonus. I personally preferred the hardwood woodland images. I find that trees such as the Douglas Fir & Sitka Spruce that you were amongst in this video look very regimented all standing up straight like soldiers on parade & do not have the curves & twisted barks & branches that Oaks & Beeches have. Look forward to the next video.
Deffo too hard on yourself. Great vlog. Two quickies 1. I've never been a fan of woodland with pine trees in dead straight lines, great for photos but not what nature intended and 2 do you have complete faith in the weather sealing on the D7200? Keep it up mate.
Cheers Ian, in hind sight as well, the woodland was hugely pine heavy and I'm also not a fan of them as well. With regards to the weather sealing I think I do have a lot of faith in it, but without realising it
Envying your outside freedom. I'm planning on visiting a small "forest" of pine trees, to look around for possibilities.....But....one important caution....Wild hogs.....Travel in groups and can be a threat.
I think your defo too hard on your self buddy, we all get frustrated when out at times, you had a great day out in the lakes so absolutely take the positives out of it, could be worse I’m just back in and I have broken my tripod and lost my lee circular polariser 😢
Happy to see you back in the Lakes Henry, don't think the video reflects the type of day you had. You always seem very happy in the lakes. My dad always told me 50% of your pictures will be complete crap 45% will the OK nothing special but that 5% will be what keeps you going back, they will be the one's that make the other 95% of crap and ok worth going through.
Cheers Dean, yes that's a great way of putting it and tbh it's probably about right mathematically! Definitely a good thing to remember to help keep the right mindset It think
Hey guys, first of all thanks so much for watching and for your continued support. I wanted to offer some hind sight on my frustrations towards the end of this video. I was way too harsh on myself where my photography was concerned and although I’m still not particularly fond of the oak tree image, ironically it was my favourite image from the day. With that being said and most importantly, I’d forgotten the fundamental of landscape photography - to enjoy it. This is something I preach on this channel on the regular! I didn’t get any decent images - so what? For me this was a special day in returning to a land that means everything to me. If you take anything from this video, let it be this retrospect! Thanks so much for tuning in. Henry.
We all have days like that. I learned long ago it is OK to not even click the shutter once in an outing. If I do nothing more than hears the birds singing and the wind blowing through the trees it is a great day.
Perfectly put Steve, couldn't agree more
I actually loved this Henry makes it so real and hunan I think everyone understood and related mate
You are sooo hard on yourself! Like you say in your comment it isn't always about the photos. You had a wonderful day out doing what you love & that's all that matters. Keep your chin up young lad. You never disappoint
Thank you so much Jill that really means a lot!!
Nothing to beat yourself up about Henry. When I get into these modes, I put the camera away and just wander. This seems to take the pressure off and just let the brain reset. Works for me anyway. All the best fella.
Probably the best way to go about it Huw, thanks for the comment mate
This is one of the primary reasons why hiking and backpacking is primary and photography is almost secondary to me. I view so much I see in view of a great photo when I am out I don't worry about capturing that perfect picture as long as I am feeling the place I am in and connecting with it on an emotional level. I think I got 3 decent photos from my 10 days in the LD recently...of course I was there more for hiking and camping but I had my camera with me for any opportunity that would present itself, but the LD speaks to you and you have to listen even if you take nothing away but the words
Yes, great words - the photography should always be secondary to the adventure (just sometimes easier said than done)! Thanks for the comment
Every photographer goes through that process discussed at the end. Visiting places with the best conditions while feeling frustrated that you can't seem to capture something special of what you thought you could capture. As you stated, you leave a place frustrated, when in your head you think "how could I not capture something truly epic when everything seemed perfect". But don't think of it as a negative, think of it as a positive. You've not reached the very top - it would be boring there. Instead, you have much more of an incredible photography adventure to come. The journey is far greater than the destination.
Thanks for the wonderful words mate, very helpful indeed
I actually really like the picture of the oak tree! But even if it isn't what you expected, you will get fog again someday and you will get a picture you really like with those conditions someday. Don't let it get you down, it's already great to be out there and have a great day! 😊
Thanks for the kind words Elly!
The Lake District is probably my all time favourite place as well. You always do it justice with your videos and images. Thankyou.
Thanks so much Alex
Good morning Henry. I’ve been watching your channel for a year now. I was amazed how many images you could make and share in your video. When other spent 20 minutes with one image you can share three. That’s what I like. That’s the true life. When we are out, pro photographer or not, we are sometimes in rush in front of a scene, in move with something that’s nice, but not a good image. That’s what you share: passion to be out, try new things, honesty about yourself and your image. Personally, I find the oak tree image pleasant, peaceful and well done and well processed . Keep be yourself and don’t put to much pressure on you. Have a good day.
Thanks so much for the kind words!!
I've always tinkered with photography, but a week ago I bought my first dslr, since then I've been hooked on RUclips watching videos like yours. I too love the Lakes & your enthusiasm shines through and aspires me to get out and enjoy it as you do.Keep up the fab work/photos & videos.
Well done!
Martin
This was your best woodland photography video yet Henry, not because you had an amazing photo, but because you are determined to better yourself. keep up the great work.
Thanks so much Greg
I find watching your videos, listening to you, very enjoyable and also learning from how you express yourself, down to earth. Best Photography Videos, keep it up...
So nice of you Joey thanks a million
That woodland stream turned out a nice image Henry. Don't worry just keep pressing that shutter you can always delete what you do not like.
Thanks a lot John
Don't be hard on yourself or your outcomes. Your images, particularly the oak, is excellent. Looks like you had a fab day in fab conditions. That was the success.
Thanks John I appreciate that - you're right the real success is having the freedom to be out there, especially at the minute 👍
Behind you you had a path. With your red jacket it would have become an intresting picture. A photo of your back in the forest, the mist, the trees and the narrow path, road. 👌
Next time Marcus! Thanks for the comment mate!!
I really like some if these videos were it does not always just flow. Because its real ... and genuine frustration
Nobody can knock your enthusiasm too and honest approach which is why I support what you do and love you pictures .
Message to anyone who thumb down this post.
Your not getting out enough. !! Really thumb down!! Well let's see what you have to.post then. ....waiting !!!!!
Cheers Keith - always appreciate the support mate!!
The image of the tree..The flowers made it work and added depth.
Cheers Robert, much appreciated
Don't normally comment hard on myself confidence wise ....but as an amateur photographer I'd give anything to visit places like these but mammy duties first and it's all about enjoying and seeing these special places a photo is a bonus . :)
Thanks a lot for taking the time to leave your thoughts Andrea, much appreciated and you're dead right.
Remember that being there is 90% of the joy of landscape photography. You may have been disappointed with the images - I rather liked them, but you still had the experience of a day in the woodland which is not to be sniffed at.Thanks for the frankness of the vlog, it does us hobbyists good to see that even the pros have what they regard as off days.I'm off to the woods myself tomorrow - no rain forecast, but that'll bring it's own challenges in the middle of summer....whatever the images I'll be there in the fresh air in nature.
Thanks so much Mark, really hope you enjoyed your shoot in the woods mate
What a great video. I am in the process where I have to learn that it is not always about the photos but just be out in nature and enjoy it so thanks for this video and share your thoughts with us.
Very true Per
Ive loved this woodland photography series ive been binge watching then all afternoon ! Great enthusiasm love it .
Glad you enjoy it Anthony thanks a lot!
Thank you for posting this..the Lake District seems to have so many different photo possibilities. I enjoyed this adventure.
Glad you enjoyed it Jason
“Probably the best of a bad bunch”! ... no way lad that my friend is a beautiful photograph I love it mate it’s got the feel of that fog and the non conformity of the subject against the uniformed pine tree background, and the colours of the foxglove compliment the muted colours the fog adds to the image. TDH! ... top drawer Henry 😉
Thanks a lot Carl - I suppose it wasn't so bad!
Henry, you are back home again, back in the Lakes, how special is that? Your frustration is misplaced mate, simply because you needed to make this first trip extra special by coming home with a prize winner of a shot, when the real prize was just being back where you are most at home. And by the way the shots you took were great. Good stuff, always a pleasure to watch.
Thanks very much for the words of support David, fortunately I do look back positively on this trip now!
Thanks Henry for your amazing video . I really enjoy your video! I can see something natural from your video! Always support!
I appreciate that!
Love your videos Henry. Infectious enthusiasm, great skill and slick production! Thankyou!
Thanks for watching Justin!
Arrrrr the frustration! It makes us return though and means the keepers, when we get them, are even more special! Sometimes it’s a bonus capturing THE shot! Just being out there is special, like when you nodded as you sat on the bench. Enjoyed it as always Henry👍🏻
Thanks Mark, yes that's a mint point mate - it makes them quality shots all the more worth it
Hey Henry, I really couldn't agree more with you opening statement about warm summer rain! The smell of Petrichor is sublime and make the process of photography in the woods and landscape at large so much more enjoyable than its winter counterpart :) - Enjoying your new found passion for the woods, in particular you focus on the sounds of the falling rain and babbling brook and bird chirps this something I have been working on in my woodland videos. We are a little limited in Ancient woodland here in Worcestershire, so I might have to travel further to get some old Oaks!
Thanks Geoff, yes can't beat that summer rain!!
@@HenryTurnerphoto no you really cant, plenty of rain here again in recent days, but an all nighter on friday at Cregennan Lakes photographing Comet Neowise has taken its toll and i have not been out since to make the most of the less than idea conditions
wow Henry,you truly are to hard on yourself mate,my comments wont mean a thing to you as i know nothing,i just appreciate beautiful things,but the images are beautiful,mystical,magical.everything i think woodlands are.thank you for sharing your gorgeous work with us all,it is truly appreciated.
Thanks for that Steven I really appreciate your continued support
Hi Henry. Like you say sometimes its hard to get the right composition, some you win some you lose but I think you were a winner with the first image mate.
Thanks Peter
I feel your pain Henry, woodland can be so frustrating at times but, as you rightly say, there are times when the day is more important than the photography. It is all about enjoying the experience, the pictures will come.
Cheers Tony, definitely all about enjoying the experience you're dead right.
Fantastic vlog mate and hey woodland photography can be frustrating but as you point out what is equally as important is just being there. Cheers mate 😃👍✌
Thank you Paul mate
The one person that disliked your video didn't have their morning coffee...☕ Keep on trecking brother. You're doing fantastic.
I appreciate that, thanks for the continued support!
Don't be hard on yourself mate you've got some cracking woodland images over the woodland series of vlogs youve put out. I've found myself that it's a very difficult thing to master and it's all about just getting out there and being there at the right place at the right time. 👍
Thank you very much Chris!
Nice video. I'm similar in being harsh on myself, easy to forget to enjoy the moment. I'm hoping to get my first lake district blog under my belt this weekend.
Cheers for the comment Barrie, yes I think it's good in a way to be your own biggest critic, just not too much! Enjoy the Lakes mate
Brilliant yet again mate. Great images.
Don't beat yourself up over it mate..
Thanks a million Craig
thank you Henry for sharing Britian at it best
Glad you enjoyed it Andrew
Don't be so hard on yourself Henry, a cracking vlog and 2 beautiful images and a Singaporean curry what more could you want 👍👍
Absolutely Stephen, what a pot of noodles that was!! Cheers for watching mate
Hi Henry, I think you are right about summer rain. I get told off by people here in London coz we don't have much here!
I like both of your shots, though the left hand side of the stream could be a little bit lighter, maybe. Great composition on both showing the forest flora.
When I went on Scottish landscape photography holidays we were advised not to get our cameras too wet, so I used to put a clear plastic sleeve over the camera (made out of a plastic bag). I guess you're OK with the rain on the camera.
At the beginning of today's session I noticed some nice shots, especially the beech leaf with the dark background. Just thought I would mention that. Until next time.
Thanks so much Janet, yes that summer rain is beautiful! Yeah I should take more care about my camera but I guess I trust the weather sealing more than I should
Another nice video.........I hate the feeling you get when you don't want to go home. I felt like that when I was at Malham Tarn on Monday last week Could have stayed there all day and it was drizzling but a warm day.
Thanks a lot! Malham Tarn is a lovely spot!
I’m back. I received a set of headphones for my iPAD for my birthday. WHOA!
The musical scores in your videos are super awesome. This old man is cheering you on, pal.
Welcome back and thanks so much!
Beautiful video, thoroughly enjoyed it. As for the first shot I was willing you to go very low, even splay the tripod legs right out and span the stream, if possible, to get a shot of the stream ambling through the ferns from just above the water. Great location and great weather. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the comment Martin, yes that's a mint idea - it would have been good to get close to that cascade to make it appear a little bigger tin the frame. Thanks again mate
After having a Canon 5d2 trashed by a downpour while shooting the tour of Briatin a few years ago in Cockermouth I'm surprised you didn't put the camera's rain jacket on. Great location, by the way.
D7200 is weather proof. I have had the D200, D300, D7200 and D800 and they are all properly weather proof and so is his 16~35 lens. I had a calssic 5D years ago that I used in one crazy Manchester winter while it was snowing like hell. The camera lasted the course but as my fingers got numb so did the camera. It survived after leaving it for a while to dry out. I have not subjected my 5D MKii to the same treatment yet. LOL. I guess a freezer bag would have to do if push came to a shove.
Cheers Ben, yes I probably trust the weatherproofing a bit too much
Hey Henry, I live in the Pacific NW of the US, where the woodlands are very similar to what you have. So, I enjoy following you and finding inspiration for things I can try close to home. Okay, I have a question for you: In your long exposure image with the stream, there are ferns in the foreground which moved during your 8-second exposure. I like the blur, but some people go through the trouble of focus stacking to remove that. It seems unnatural to me to have the stream moving but nothing else. Plus, the bit of blur gives the viewer more to experience - in this case, a soft breeze next to a creek on a misty day. Anyway, I'm curious what your thoughts on focus stacking are.
Thanks for the comment Jim. I do like focus stacking, but sometimes I also enjoy the more natural blur as well - it really depends on the scene for me
Really really fantastic I like so much !!! Congratulations
Thanks a lot Ariel!
Another great video Henry. Loved the images, the first was my own favourite. Definitely too hard on yourself. Like you said you had a great day out doing what you enjoy.
Glad you enjoyed it Ian and thanks a lot for the words of support
Think you are being too hard on yourself Henry. You have a talent as that is evident in the images you produce and this is then conveyed in your videos. I would say we are always learning and if it dosen't go the way you want in terms of the image but if you have enjoyed the time out there, then day is not a lost cause
Cheers Scotty, yes I agree mate - always learning no matter what
Where I live, temps are 95 degrees average. High humidity, stifling. Envy your cool wet forest. The bench, wondering, is it the bench red riding hood rested on the way to grandma's house?
Hi Robert! The bench is definitely out of a fairytale isn't it?!
We are always our own harshest critics. Which isn't necessarily bad. That first image is... nice, but yeah, lacking something. And like you, I can't say what. The second, I'd be happy to have in my own portfolio (portfolio, HAH! Inadequate collection of utter dreck, more like). It's a quiet, apparently unassuming image that actually has quite a lot of appeal - the lone oak, the mist, the purple of the foxgloves. I might have shot and edited it slightly differently (but I think that everyone would, as we're all individuals), but as it stands, I like it! Well done Mr Turner, top drawer!
Thank you very much Rob, I agree completely actually that it's not necessarily a bad thing that we're our own harshest critics.
Join the "frustration" club, I know exactly you you feel, you are like me, too hard on yourself. I am a two hour drive from the lake district, from your video I should visit there soon!!
Thanks a lot Grahame
Great video Henry that voiced the frustration that many of us face. I keep telling myself that if it was easy, everyone would be David Bailey! I have plans in place (obviously hoping the virus situation improves) to spend a week in the Lake District in mid October and fingers-crossed capture some images that show the majesty of autumn in the woodlands there. Any tips, locations not to be missed etc would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks a lot Geoff!! I'll tell you what, Loughrigg Fell is a cracking spot for autumn in the Lakes
Thank you Henry that's on my list along with the Brathay rive
Woodland is tough man it tests all your abilities and technique my best advice is to walk through it and try multiple angles, distances and lenses. Observe and revisit, all of a sudden it will hit you like a ton of bricks and you'll have that "Duh" moment. Happy hunting Henry, just be patient.
Cheers as always Joseph
The oak three shot is almost a shot great in my opiniom. All that spoils it for me is the Dark tree behind it. But what do you do...Carry a chain same around with you. The concept of the shot seemed sound but as you say it’s hard. Some you win some you dont, quite...
Thanks for the comment Frank - I agree regarding the dark tree being a bit of a distraction.
love your channel :) now where can i get that heatable mug ?
Cheers Craig! You'll find links to all the gear I use over on my website
Walking in the rain... Have you been listening to John Denver? Annie's song.
Haha, no, just love that summer rain :D
Hi Henry ,Today I noticed two new things in your video, one is your hair style👌👌😀 and the second one is there is some awesome camera moments like crane shots done without you,how did you done that??
Thanks man! Yes I have a new slider and I'm loving it!
Just noticed that your screw to tighten up the Arca Swiss clamp has a level bubble on it like mine - any idea why ? Another interesting blog Henry, keep it up.
Would help to level out your camera for whatever reason you might need it level
Hey Henry send some of that summer rain this way. Looking really bad here in the northeast United States. Grass is turning brown and flowers are dying off. Not very photogenic right now. Went to photograph a waterfall today and it was all dried up.
Cheers for the comment, yes that doesn't sound particularly appealing and wish I could send over some of the rain!
I’m a new subscriber to your videos and it was watching them that inspired me to go walking round some woods near me this afternoon (Kinnoull Hill/Deuchny Woods, Perth) so thank you for giving me the impetus to get my arse out with my camera to try stuff!
(Btw, that pic with the foxgloves & the oak tree- I’d be so chuffed with that, I think it’s a belter...or mint, as you’d say! Cheers)
Thanks a lot for the kind words and so glad my videos have inspired you to get out there!! 🍻
Henry Turner no worries. Been furloughed from work for a few months so always good to find inspiration to try new things, and there are plenty of woods in Perthshire to practise in. Woodland shots are new to me but you don’t improve if you don’t try! 🍻
lovely bro👍👍
Thanks a lot Phurba ✌️
I loved the image of the oak tree - beautiful, atmospheric and interesting. Foxgloves are a key feature this time of year and although I have taken numerous images I haven't managed to capture one that evokes the magic of the woodland like yours does. I can understand the frustration - when you are enjoying a journey so much you want to capture an image that will forever remind you of the day, however sometimes it's not possible and you have to rely on memory instead. You will always remember the first venture after lockdown into Lakeland woods :-)
Although I also enjoyed the image of the stream, I think the small diagonal tree to the left of the stream tends to lead the eye out of the scene and away from the subject - maybe this is what made you feel uneasy about the composition.
Thank you Chris! I definitely agree about the tree leading you out of the frame, something to think about going forward - cheers again mate
Hi i have bean in my local wood today trying to find some sort of photo to take and seeing how you got on, i am the same just can not seem to get what i wont. Then when i got home i think i should of took a photo, never mind i will go and look again some time next week. As i have said before i like wildlife photography, but i also like the landscape as well. I would love to have a photo of mine to put up on the wall and say i took that, so thanks for this big nudge that you are giving me.
Thanks Andrew, keep at it mate and you'll have that photo up on the wall in no time
Keep it up I like your vids
Thanks a lot Craig
where is this woodland located? i know u mentioned south lakes but does it have a name? i live in cumbria and id love to explore an area like that
Ps .....photos are beautiful ⭐
Thanks!!
I noticed you took quite a bit of stuff from your pack. Can you please tell me what pack it is please. I need a new pack and that looked as if It was fairly roomy. Enjoyed the video as always. I hope things start to look up a bit for you now.
Cheers for the comment Donald. It's a Mindshift Backlight 26L
@@HenryTurnerphoto Thanks Henry, after seeing your last video I ordered one. Good camera space but apparently plenty of space for jacket and a bit of food, water for day hike.
Nature is in control - don't be so hard on yourself.
It’s better to come away with nothing than force a composition together..I quite liked the image of the oak tree and so do others so you may have been a bit disappointed with it but as you said it’s about being out and enjoying nature..how’s the funding going for the Ireland trip??
Cheers for the comment Terry, yes its coming along nicely thanks mate which is very humbling indeed
I really liked the first photo, personally I think if you had panned to the right slightly so the fern at the bottom was more towards the edge making the trees a little more central giving you more ground on the right then the shot would have had a better balance. I’m no expert though that’s just my feeling.
Thanks for the suggestions Toby!
You’re welcome Henry!
Do you think that it was possibly the ferns cutting across the waterfall that was jarring with you?
Hi Ian thanks for the comment, yes I think that was definitely one negative aspect of the composition for sure.
@@HenryTurnerphoto still a cracking shot matey
Cheer up lad, nothing wrong with the shots you got i'm just wondering if there was a composition right behind you with the path snaking off into the fog
Cheers Jeff, yes there were compositions there for sure!
Good evening Henry I notice you have got a Cumberland Badge back on your bag
Yes I have Ian, it's took its pride of place!!
Can't see the wood for the trees eh.... ;) Some days we struggle to find our "inspiration"... but makes it all the more worthwhile when we do next time out... :)
So true Simon, thanks a lot mate!
In my humble opinion I thought that both images in this video were great. Stop beating yourself up so much Henry. I know that we are all our biggest critics but I guess it comes down to my theory that photography is all about getting an image that you personally like & if others then also like it then that is a bonus. I personally preferred the hardwood woodland images. I find that trees such as the Douglas Fir & Sitka Spruce that you were amongst in this video look very regimented all standing up straight like soldiers on parade & do not have the curves & twisted barks & branches that Oaks & Beeches have. Look forward to the next video.
Cheers Paul, and thanks for the kind words
Deffo too hard on yourself. Great vlog. Two quickies
1. I've never been a fan of woodland with pine trees in dead straight lines, great for photos but not what nature intended and
2 do you have complete faith in the weather sealing on the D7200?
Keep it up mate.
Cheers Ian, in hind sight as well, the woodland was hugely pine heavy and I'm also not a fan of them as well. With regards to the weather sealing I think I do have a lot of faith in it, but without realising it
Envying your outside freedom. I'm planning on visiting a small "forest" of pine trees, to look around for possibilities.....But....one important caution....Wild hogs.....Travel in groups and can be a threat.
Cheers Robert, lucky we don't have that here
I think your defo too hard on your self buddy, we all get frustrated when out at times, you had a great day out in the lakes so absolutely take the positives out of it, could be worse I’m just back in and I have broken my tripod and lost my lee circular polariser 😢
Thanks a lot Matt, bloody hell sorry about the tripod and polariser :(
These things are here to test us bud you win some you loose some that’s life 🥴
Happy to see you back in the Lakes Henry, don't think the video reflects the type of day you had. You always seem very happy in the lakes.
My dad always told me 50% of your pictures will be complete crap 45% will the OK nothing special but that 5% will be what keeps you going back, they will be the one's that make the other 95% of crap and ok worth going through.
Cheers Dean, yes that's a great way of putting it and tbh it's probably about right mathematically! Definitely a good thing to remember to help keep the right mindset It think