Taking my Van to the Forest, Camping & Landscape Photography
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- Опубликовано: 1 авг 2024
- I drive my small off-road camper van down some forest roads until I find a campsite for the night and enjoy some landscape photography, cooking and camping. I hope you enjoy this video, I certainly enjoyed making it and spending some quality time outside.
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00:00 - Driving in the Forest
00:44 - Arriving at Camp
02:36 - Landscape Photography
04:00 - Image 1
04:27 - Intro
06:39 - Making Dinner
08:49 - Retreating Inside the Van
13:40 - The Next Morning
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The cinematography just keeps getting better. Just that first minute: blending the shots of van at ground level, in van, drone footage - it really is something to marvel at. And I'm not even talking about the effort of searching for a good vantage point, setting up the tripod, hustling back to the van, driving off/past, hustling back to collect the gear... My goodness.
I've been sat here for the first 4.5mins of this video just baffled by the amount of work it must be for all that "B-Roll", the camera angles between each action of unpacking/setting up/etc.. Blows my mind sometimes when I stop, notice, and appreciate it. lol
Hear! Hear! And TH did it without a plan. One of his better efforts.
Thanks guys. glad you enjoyed it. it's a lot of work, but it's good fun and I enjoy making this stuff 👍👍
@@RayneDr0ps Yea having a ascending drone shot while he is driving down the road. How is that?. In the US we have "line of sight" rules, and driving and controlling a drone at the same time? Does make for a great scene.
@@Vijawan I had help with those drone shots. I definitely don't advise driving and flying 👍
As a fellow creator and someone who has watched this channel grow for years - YES to Patreon (although I’d keep the sponsors going, too - they do no harm and provide a stable, consistent form of revenue). Love your stuff, mate - you’re a gem on this platform.
Appreciated the choice of music. Or rather the lack of it. So nice to hear the quiet, the birds, the noise of the tripod etc.
For those wondering, this is on the edge of Galloway Forest Park in Dumfries and Galloway - Loch Stroan.
Not many people venture into the South West of Scotland which is a shame - I love it here (apart from the midgies).
Ive returned this afternoon from an overnight camp at Loch Trool. Beautiful indeed but the midges were murder!
Looks a peaceful area
@peregrinestudio thanks for that tip. I understand the loch by Lochmaben is good for them too. D&G feels like Scotland’s last secret. Hardly ever seen a video done round here.
The trouble is, by naming the exact location, it can quickly ruin the reason why it is a relatively tranquil place to visit.
@@Globetrotter-1 Definitely not the case here, we need more people visiting the area - there is so much room for activities!
A tip for the issue with leaving the plastic cutlery inside the ridge monkey, put a tape tab (maybe using electrical tape for a bright colour) on the plastic insert that comes out a few cm from it and doubles back on itself, that way when the ridge money is closed the tape tab will stick out and will be easily noticeable that the insert is still inside 😄
Great fan,🎖💫
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I've been following your channel for years and never missed even one of them. I got so much inspiration from your videos. You'd have no idea how much it changed my life in a positive way. Thank you so much for that!
Btw sponsors are ok for me:)
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Best opening of all yours videos so far!
I've supported a number of people on Patreon for years. It's quite a good way for people who produce quality work to get a steady income from viewers directly.
I have never got involved with any Patreon subs. Been here many years, don't mind the sponsored videos, does not spoil my enjoyment of your wonderful work.
Amazing intro. Video, sound, story, light... perfect 👏
Sound is amazing
Man, you and your multiple camera angles!! You put us all to shame! An utterly delightful video, Tom!
Go for it. Most of us appreciate your work and we can sponsor you to get great value videos.
I have no problem with the sponsorships, hate RUclips ads during anyone's videos but never stops me watching the channels I love. Unfortunately I'm never likely to be able to support channels financially. I found your channel when searching van stuff and stayed for the photography. I enjoyed working through your older videos as well. By the way, I'm in Australia (in case you wonder where your viewers live).
I recommend you open up all possible doors to let people support you, those that want to will walk through them.
I don't mind the sponsors and would encourage you to continue with them. You will definitely make more cash and while thats not why you make YT videos, it does allow for more things like Van builds, international trips and new gear when its available and whatever other business costs you may have.
Maybe for Patreon users, you upload an unlisted version of the video without the sponsored segment and potentially (if it isnt too much more work) that segment can be filled with extra video or something.
Thanks for your feedback. lots to think about, for sure 👍
@@ThomasHeatonPhoto if you're not familiar already with corridor digital channel on RUclips, check them out. Specifically for the way they have managed to split RUclips and Patreon-ish setup successfully. You could do a mini version of their setup. Shoot additional segments that are exclusive to patrons on top of RUclips.
Keep your sponsorships, just make sure they are sponsors you use and recommend. Thanks for the awesome content!!
Welcome to my wee part of the world,Tom.😉👍
Thanks Thomas! Great B roll - felt like I was riding shotgun with you!
You fill up my senses....
Just letting you know, do not mind the sponsorships. Pretty much the norm on youtube and you do it very well, it does not feel intrusive.
We have a saying Downunder. '"That is Living Barry'" You are living the life, Keep enjoning what U do.
Moments of quiet can be refreshing. I don’t mind the adds, but if your up to creating a Patreon I’m sure there are followers who would love it.
Thank you. 👍📷😎
i would absolutley support this channel
Enjoy! 📸
I know this channel is mainly for photography, but it's also probably one of the most popular Mitsubishi Delica channels at this stage 😂
That's mainly what I'm here for anyway...
Most of the time, unplanned content is much better than planned content. The more spontaneous it is for me, is better. It adds, dreamer, try just taking the camera out without any accessory. Trust me, it will free your mind and give you more fun.
I don't mind sponsors as long as the person supporting them is authentic. I do want an honest review if you review it. Additionally, if you LOVE the brand or LOVE the gear and use it in your daily life then heck yeah, that's awesome, proudly uphold their brand, they earned it. I am also a photographer and traveler so I'm always looking to see what other people in the field are doing because I don't have that opportunity IRL.
I did subscribe to one photographer's patreon because I am a huge fan. They didn't stick with it but I liked the content. Because it's more niche you can talk more about your process, style, make it personal without having to reveal it all to a full audience. When I watch your videos I am mentally taking notes on how you travel most comfortably, how you edit, your thought process for compositions, what inspires you, and to take a little trip away into the woods in the middle of my work day- living vicariously. What might get me to subscribe is if you took a trip just for patreon and shot a video of that trip and took us along, then edited the photos at the end. I know people love having their own work critiqued too. But it is a lot of work. You'd have to produce for two platforms. If you feel any burnout now, it might increase, but being paid better is nice too.
I love that you love the outdoors, chasing light, and doing your own thing, because I am very similar. And you're not afraid to be real, saying "I don't want to be here" yeah, I've been there many times so it's relatable haha. Sometimes nature provides and sometimes she doesn't but it's always worth an opportunity to be granted great conditions. Plus... if it were so easy, we'd all have fantastic shots all the time and it wouldn't be so thrilling haha.
Great Tom I say go for it
I don’t mind sponsor and try not to skip it to support creators like you that put so much effort into their videos
Patreon - Do it! You have tons of fans who would love to chip in! Thanks for the great videos! Cheers from Sweden
The Tom and Nick bromance continues to grow.
Also - For you, Tom, I would become a patron.
Have you thought about heading over to Knapdale? The place is a hidden gem - all forests and fjords. Highly recommended for photography
Do love your stuff enjoy your time away in Scotland
That owl shirt is money!!!
come for the photography, stay for the lunch inspo
Lovely
Don't mind the ads and the sponsored content. We all need to make a living and that's one way of doing it on YT. Trying to always comment and give thumbs on your video, even if I don't particularly enjoyed it. I don't currently subscribed to anyone's patreon and not sure if I ever will.
We have a saying: one should not saw off the branch on which one sits.
If I were you, I would continue with the sponsorship and at the same time ask the users for support to find out whether the support idea works.
I am in! :)
Oh yes please - Scanning film. Editing, archiving negatives, publishing etc
It's Art.
Do both mate, have the sponsorships but also do the patron as an extra for people that want that extra content,
Hi,
Found your channel when I retired just over 3 years ago having never watched or subscribed to RUclips. Only subscribe to two other photographic channels, so don't find the ads an issue. I have found your channel absolutely inspirational and a breath of fresh air. Have enjoyed your occasional vids about the more tech aspects too.
Good luck with whatever you decide to do.
Your vids just keep getting better
I've gotta say. The best part of the video was you putting the lettuce after heating the sandwich. The one thing I despise the most in food is warm sandwich lettuce. Big ups!
Oh, and also the photos came out amazing as well.
Cooking with Heaton
Love it
I’m sixty three and sort of envy you making a living doing what you do but I also realise there are pressures on you produce these videos, that’s life I’m afraid, nowt comes easy.
I honestly don’t know the answer for you apart from winning the Lottery and in some weird way it gave me hope, I’m much closer to financial security and retirement than you so maybe in the not too distant future I can do what you do.
That all said I absolutely devour your videos, in my opinion you’re the most straight up, no b.s. landscape photographer on RUclips so thanks for that Thomas and keep them coming.
Never heard of the other platform you mentioned and would 99% never go there. Perhaps I'm old now but I've kicked out most things like FB & Instagram already. I really enjoy your channel and I'll keep supporting through +ve feedback, shares and buying your books but I fear if majority of your community are like me then earning a living through fan donations might get tough. Everything you do here is great Tom. The insight you give to the life of a pro landscape photographer is unique. Your willingness to show warts n all, expose your mistakes, involve your followers in your learning..this is for me a big part your USP...
I don't mind sponsorships that creators are inspired by and excited about. There are things I would promote whether I'm paid or not. With that in mind, you could do both the sponsorships and Patreon though I get why you'd want to shy away from promoting on the channel. Your content is great as far as the quality and such; however, one of the things I like the most is how you tend to slow down and breath and enjoy the moment while the rest of RUclips is going faster with faster cuts, click bait, buildup with no pay off, and end up with more commercials than content. That's why I think a Patreon would be ideal. You could just do your content and not have to worry about all the RUclips-isms. That's something I would support for sure. Great work!
I was so jealous the moment you assembled the portable table and chair and just sat there to enjoy the view. As always a great video albeit with very less photography.
100% I would gladly pay for a patron for your Chanel. If you ever do go that route I would sign up right away. Thank you for the videos and the inspiration Thomas!
Thomas- I don't personally support any YT channel via Patreon for the simple fact that I have a wife and 4 kids that need my monetary support :). Having said that, and perhaps sounding a bit hypocritical, I think that Patreon is a wonderful idea and a wonderful way for fans and followers, who are able, to support their favorite channel. I also think that being sponsored is an excellent thing, as long as it pays the bills and allows you to take care of your family. You're an excellent personality with a lot of talent, and you create outstanding content, so any compensation you receive from a sponsor is earned by your talent. Likely you actually deserve far more than you receive. So don't worry about the advertisements. We'll keep watching!
Thank you Thomas, this was a wonderful video, having been a native PNW’er, now in Salt Lake City…now I want to get a Delica for my adventures! Shots were stunning!!!
Thomas - get an Aeropress for your coffee. It will change your life! It makes the best, smoothest coffee I've ever had.
Fantastic as always. And I’m so glad you talk to yourself when setting up images ( see first pic ) I thought I looked like a nutter I do the same, but I thought if you’re doing it it must be ok 😂
I enjoy how much you play with sounds in your vids! I can tell you too!
I've just noticed that your van's licence plates actually write "f/11 Heaton" 😆😆
That's cool mate
Great fan,🎖💫
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Great cinematography intro Tom, not just a landscape photographer then!
Always enjoy watching Thomas making his Foods while camping!!
I contribute via Patreon to a couple of creators. I do it because I want them to keep creating videos and let them feel that there is people out there that value what they are doing.
On the sponsorships, well, nobody likes them but you have to pay the bills!
Proving that location is never an excuse for crap coffee!
Nice B roll
Do sponsored AND patreon. It's perfectly understandable that you need to earn a living, and your fans will support you either way. Go for it.
I have been watching UTube for about 7 years and finally last year I signed up to give $10.00 each a month to pay for their channel and what they do to help their community. I don’t have a lot, but I would pitch in $10.00 a month to you because I have learned so much from you and your bloody entertaining!!!! Thanks and I enjoy this type of video from you just as I watched the van build. It doesn’t all have to be Balls to the Wall landscape photography, I’d love to see you do street photography and portraits. Throw in some Astrophotography and I’m in. Your a very interesting guy so hearing what’s on your mind is fun for me.
I understand Patreon but there are so many great channels that I watch I don't feel I can support them all, however much I would like to so I am more than happy to watch sponsored content.
We all know supporting your family is the utmost importance. So sponsorships don’t bother me, brand deals whatever affiliate links you name it, it’s the means to that end, and if you get to continue doing what you love for work than more power to you. RUclips is an amazing platform and I hope you stick with it. You could always try RUclips’s paid subscriber thing, can’t remember what it’s called. It allows “ fans” to help support what your doing and it keeps your attention on RUclips and not splitting your focus. Just an idea, I bet you could make a video about pretty much anything and we will watch it, lol.
You need the Outdoor Revolution Lumi-Mosi camping light, I have two in my van and they catch the midgies brilliantly. Another great video. Thanks.
Patreon only works at scale, and you would have to crank out a lot more content to create the requisite value for your supporters, which is how you make it scalable. The biggest money you’ll make will always be from sponsorships and side gigs like paid training courses etc etc.
Great work there Sir.... love that filter system
I feel your conundrum about sponsorships. Rather than Patreon, I support several RUclips photographers (including Adam Gibbs) via memberships. Depending on the channel, members get certain perks like the opportunity for image reviews, advance looks at videos, exclusive content such as tutorials, etc. Maybe look into that as well as Patreon. But yeah, I learned from the Northrups long ago how sponsors really pay RUclipsrs' bills compared to Adsense. You gotta do what you gotta do.
Always love when you've a video out, great filming and I really enjoy the whole storytelling and the photography you do and create. So never stop Tom mate, love what you do 🙌👍🏼
Ah, a little Nick Carver cameo. Fun!
It taste batter than it looks !?! Bro it looks amazing, i'de love to try those !!
My next big thing, A filter system like you have !!!
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Why the men are happy doing this kind of stuff, going to the woods and chill? Man!!! I love it
Awesome work
am just pleased to see you get midge’s in ya van thought it was just me they followed ! 😎
Thomas, love your content! Keep on! I don't mind sponsors. Especially if you only take sponsorships from products you endorse. I've found some awesome products from sponsorships on the channels I watch. And I don't really mind when they do the ad either. Again, love your work and enjoy watching your journey... the good and the bad! Because we all do the same but not all RUclipsrs are comfortable sharing the not so happy times.
I have not used Patreon or similar for any RUclips or podcast subscriptions to date. I am probably more frugal than the average person though. In all honesty, if I was to do Patreon it would be for a very small number of highly specialised channels of great interest. Your channel gets close but I probably do not learn too much new these days (been doing it poorly for 45 years). I use your exceptional channel as motivation because you are highly "Real" and likeable. Not fake! I wish you well and hope others will carry though with Patreon support for you. You deserve it.
Just some thoughts for abstract photography bucket list… the Bungle Bungles out from Broome in Australia.
Mate, 11/10 for the intro 💪🏻💪🏻 Enjoy Scotland ❤️🏴
As a big fan of your channel I want to support you and don’t mind sponsored videos, but I also like the idea of Patreon (I already support a couple of creators there). Especially if you offer extra content like you mentioned.
Maybe some behind the scenes, how you prepare for a shoot, random geeky commentary on gear and photography, “ask me anything” sessions, etc. Love your work and videos👌🏻
felt like a short film! loved the atmospheric sounds
I’ve got to find campgrounds like the ones you visit…they all have cameras set up when you pull in!😉
Dam that coffee looked strong, only way to drink coffee 👍👍imo
Another fine evening spent with Mr. T Fuego :-) never mind the photos for this one , it’s all about getting out and enjoying the outdoors after all !! Great sound design on this one too Pal !! I say go for the patreon
I think that could be a good shift buddy, I think people would definitely support you through there! Loved the shots at the start👍🏻
Loved this video per usual, Thomas. Well done. I don't mind the sponsorships on your videos Thomas. You keep its presence moderate and that ensures that the viewing experience is still great.
Hey Thomas, another great video. I know this video is from a while back but I thought I’d put in my two cents just in case…especially since comments don’t hurt your channel. One of the coolest ideas I’ve seen recently is from Primal Outdoors (Also Van Camping). He has set up a membership website where you can sign up for two dollars, five dollars, $10 / mo etc. he uploads the 4K versions of his videos there without sponsorships and maintains 1080p videos on RUclips with sponsorships. I think that’s a great way to give people the option, and maybe a more direct way of communicating with you - as I’m sure you can’t reply to every RUclips comment. Here’s hoping you’re well!
A tip for forgetting about your griddle's plastic insert - see if you can wedge some string/yarn, a bit of cloth, or anything else between the plastic insert and the removable utensils. Make sure it's long enough that it sticks out from the griddle itself when all closed up. That way the next time you unpack it the odd bit of something sticking out will remind you that the insert is still inside.
(Been there, done that, did not remember in time.)
I don't support anyone on Patreon...yet. :) But for you, I most certainly would! I've enjoyed your content for a very long time now. I also bought your 2022 calendar and will buy the next, and the next. Every Wednesday when I see you've uploaded a new video, I know that I'm about to have a good time! Thank you for continuing to inspire me. You've really helped change how I look at photography. It's a hobby that now brings me pure, genuine happiness. Thanks to you.
The howling wolves sound sample at night always gives me a chuckle. Almost like a running gag now, isn't it? Also nice to see you watching a @nickcarverphoto video!
Really good intro today!
As usual, loved the video, as well as the clip of Nick Carver at the beginning. You’re both so calming to watch. Personally, I’m not bothered about sponsors or ads, just do what you need to do to produce such fab content.
Great job as always. I'm a big " fan" of you. You inspire me a lot. Thanks, Thomas!
The opening sequence of driving through the forest, with the cutaways to the van interior, was superb. I can only marvel at the work you out into your videos. The one image was great and worth the trip alone. I don't know much about Patreon but I'll look into it if that's the route you go down.
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I love hanging out with you. Maybe I'll get some tea before watching your next video. RUclips has the option for a monthly membership. I have a patreon membership for about 3 people. I'm all for it. If I can enjoy your work, paying for one coffee a month is no big deal.