Tripod Photographer Goes Handheld: Antarctica Photography

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  • Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
  • In this video I ditch the tripod for some handheld landscape and wildlife photography in the most incredible location; Antarctica. Armed with a Nikon DSLR setup, I experience heavy winds, moving boats and waddling Gentoos on a once in a lifetime photographic experience!
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Комментарии • 180

  • @ocediis
    @ocediis Год назад +18

    "I realized I didn't have to box myself into one type of photography. Here I didn't have to be a landscape photographer - I could just be a photographer." Amen, sister! Is that a philosophy you'll take back with you when you return home? You're landscapes are stunning, and it'd be great to see you lend that talent and that eye to new ideas.

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад +8

      Absolutely! I hadn't realised I was boxing myself in a little, so I'm looking forward to moving forwards with a fresh mentality. Thanks Thomas!

  • @BigJim1961
    @BigJim1961 Год назад +6

    I didn't have to be a landscape photographer - I could just be a photographer. I'm so glad you made that statement. I really don't have a desire to specialize my hobby. I just want to take pictures. I take pictures of family and friends, graffiti on the sides of train boxcars, bridges, birds, my cats, clouds, stars, the moon, Christmas lights... etc... etc... etc... and I love all of it.

  • @chrishiggett7294
    @chrishiggett7294 Год назад +12

    This was an absolutely gorgeous video, from the wildlife, to the scenery and the colours in the icebergs. The photos are extraordinary too. What an incredible experience that must have been. Cannot wait to see the next video

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад +1

      Thank you, that's very kind! It most definitely was an incredible experience and reliving it while editing is fantastic too!

  • @davidcox2499
    @davidcox2499 Год назад +1

    Wow. Tripod based landscape photographer tries Antarctica and nails it!

  • @paulcomptonpdphotography
    @paulcomptonpdphotography Год назад +1

    Wow wow wow miss Victoria what a trip

  • @aquaticcolledgefishing
    @aquaticcolledgefishing Год назад

    The freedom!!! I loved how you transitioned within one video! Lovely footage and stills 👌...
    ... your face at the end tho 😅😅😅

  • @lindsaycathcart9025
    @lindsaycathcart9025 Год назад +1

    I consider myself an amateur art photographer. I'm an Australian living in Central Oregon U.S.A. There is a lot beautiful local landscape that I photograph but I can never capture the beauty that I see. Just about all rejects. You live in a so so location and shoot in miserable conditions (cold and rain) but come away with beautiful Images. Love to see what you could do in world class, warm, scenic locations. You have the eye to find beautiful images that others miss.. I watch all your videos in the hope that some of your skill rubs off on me. Looking forward to seeing all your Antarctic videos. (Another cold location) If non of your skills rub off you have made me buy some orange hiking boots..

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад

      There's potential everywhere for beautiful images, sometimes it takes longer to find than another location but they are there! Warmer climates could be interesting, I suppose I am used to colder locations! I would love to visit both Australia and Oregon. The Oregon coast looks very impressive!

  • @andyvan5692
    @andyvan5692 Год назад +1

    a great video, PS a suggestion for the awkwardness in gear management, one thing, you could use a monopod, siriui make some which have a ball head on the base, with three extending feet, if, your pants have pockets (like a mechanics screwdriver pocket) you could put this foot into the pocket, and use the monopod as a brace, or guy to support the camera, like a shooting stock support, also this allows you to hold the camera during a lens change. ( or you could put a sock onto the monopod feet, folded up, and put it inside your goloshes, this would at least obey the ground rule, as the monopod stays inside your boots!

  • @marvinburbach
    @marvinburbach Год назад +3

    Splendid video and really lovely images. 🙂 It was a pleasure meeting you there and I can’t wait for the next video from Antarctica.

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад +1

      Thank you Marvin! It was a pleasure meeting you too and it's amazing to see everyone starting to share their images from the trip.

  • @davidjboozer
    @davidjboozer Год назад

    Great video Courtney! Looks cold!!!!!!!!

  • @MehmetAliKlc
    @MehmetAliKlc Год назад +1

    Great one! Congratulations 😊

  • @wolfgangwhyte5571
    @wolfgangwhyte5571 Год назад +4

    Nice adventure! I love the shot with the penguin dancing and the ship slightly blurred in the background surrounded by ice... that one shot really tells the story, doesn't it? ᨒ

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад +2

      It does haha! I can't decide if it's dancing or running away from the ship. 'I'm not ready to go home yet!'

  • @EspenHelland
    @EspenHelland Год назад

    What an adventure! Great video

  • @stevemurrayphotos
    @stevemurrayphotos Год назад

    Looks so beautiful there, can't wait for the next video !

  • @nb7524
    @nb7524 Год назад +1

    Hi Courtney, what a fantastic trip. It’s also good that you now have those two wonderful cameras and lenses which are perfect for the trip. The landscape is beautiful and you captured wonderful shots. Thanks for taking the time to capture your excursion for us to see. I enjoyed the video, and I look forward to part 2.

  • @brianbrooking496
    @brianbrooking496 5 месяцев назад

    Another classic, by a very classy photographer.

  • @never-2-late997
    @never-2-late997 Год назад

    I really enjoy your videos and noticed the L-bracket you use. It was a challenge to locate one . But as soon as it comes back in stock I will have one. The idea of a universal one is incredible.

  • @RickLincoln
    @RickLincoln Год назад

    Regardless of where, travel photography is a tough beat. But, look what you have done.... Just wonderful...

  • @keithpinn152
    @keithpinn152 Год назад

    Hi Courtney: This was a wonderful video. Thanks for creating and sharing. Keep well. . . Keith

  • @marvinspates924
    @marvinspates924 Год назад

    Wow what a fantastic video! Your photos are awesome!!! Hahahaha I could never go there because I live in sunny Florida were it's almost always summer!!!! Lol I am allergic to COLD🥶 !!!! I can't wait to see more of your adventures on the ice!!!!! You are so amazing!👍👍👍⛱️

  • @frankcatania3461
    @frankcatania3461 Год назад +1

    Many thanks for this first Antarctica video. Love the wildlife pictures! Are you sure you haven't photographed wildlife before? But the pictures I love the most are the moody iceberg images. They almost seem like abstracts. Looking forward to your next video from the far south.

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад

      I have limited wildlife experience haha, so I was very pleased to capture the images I did on this trip! The icebergs were so interesting, so many different shapes and textures! Thanks Frank!

  • @davidmooney5158
    @davidmooney5158 Год назад

    Oh, you lucky girl. Would love to be able to go to the Antarctic to photograph the wildlife and landscape. Thanks so much for sharing your experience.

  • @chriswellstead776
    @chriswellstead776 Год назад

    Been there done that, but that was in the days of film! life before Digital. Great video thanks.

  • @tonydimmer2605
    @tonydimmer2605 Год назад

    Superb video everything you could want and great images. Looking forward to the next one.😀

  • @somegeezer
    @somegeezer Год назад

    That getting down to eye level is such an important part of animal portraiture, that I just recently got myself a right angle viewfinder doohickey. A flippy foldy screen would be just as useful, but ancient cameras like mine require ancient technology like mirrors. =D My knees will love me, at least. As will the washing machine.

  • @Phototime123
    @Phototime123 Год назад

    WOW. You and the views are so beautiful.

  • @laurielphotography1118
    @laurielphotography1118 Год назад

    Awesome! Thank you so much for sharing. Looking forward to the next video!

  • @Trish12303
    @Trish12303 Год назад +1

    You captured some absolutely stunning images Courtney. Very well done! Thanks so much for sharing your Antarctica adventure!!

  • @walrusinger
    @walrusinger Год назад

    I missed your gorgeous dance on this Video! XD
    Great Work!

  • @matthiasgehtwandern
    @matthiasgehtwandern Год назад

    Great Landscape and Video

  • @Gemdog5521
    @Gemdog5521 Год назад

    Fantastic experience...beautiful images what an amazing place ....thanks for sharing your trip with us ...

  • @8corsican
    @8corsican Год назад +2

    Really excellent video and the ‘still’ photos are outstanding! Have a wonderful trip and many, many thanks!

  • @slaphead55
    @slaphead55 Год назад

    I've been looking forward to your Antarctic trip videos and am not disappointed. Spectacular scenery and photographs. No little dance though ;-)

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад +1

      Haha I was definitely dancing down the corridors of the ship when the weather was rougher, it just wasn't caught on camera ha!

  • @AlejandroRVfoto
    @AlejandroRVfoto Год назад

    Very nice first experience here! Bravo!

  • @arildhagen3820
    @arildhagen3820 Год назад

    Found this video quite peaceful to watch. Nice narrative, calm comments and fantastic scenery and footage.

  • @kevanesson6540
    @kevanesson6540 Год назад +1

    Looks cold, but what a great experience and some great pictures 👍

  • @gashead2
    @gashead2 Год назад

    Great work, you looked colder than a cold thing from coldville!

  • @laurelb8372
    @laurelb8372 Год назад

    Simply beautiful

  • @michamusic1359
    @michamusic1359 Год назад

    Beautiful photos. Great Journey!

  • @Richard_OKeeffe
    @Richard_OKeeffe Год назад

    Courtney, it was great meeting you in Antarctica, it certainly pushed at the boundaries of my photography skills and style. Looking forward to your next video

  • @ggwildlife
    @ggwildlife Год назад

    well this was pretty awesome, great stills great video and awesome narrative, looking forward to the next one thanks for sharing.

  • @Witalii_Ivanovich
    @Witalii_Ivanovich Год назад

    Cool! Cool! Very cool! And where is the crazy dance against the backdrop of penguins?

  • @gufo431
    @gufo431 Год назад

    grande...posti bellissimi...non preoccuparti del tripod o dei video...sta riuscendo tutto benissimo. Complimenti, ciao Rob.

  • @janneroz-photographyonabudget
    @janneroz-photographyonabudget Год назад +2

    I've been so looking forward to this. Great video as ever. Thank you so much. One question though, has the ship got a disco, dancefloor????

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад +1

      No, but I think Polar Latitudes should definitely have one installed haha!

  • @tommimartikainen8930
    @tommimartikainen8930 Год назад

    Really nice video, liked it a lot! Also I really like photos as well. Nicely done! 😊🙏

  • @FocusedNatureAndWildlifeByAJ
    @FocusedNatureAndWildlifeByAJ Год назад

    Wow, amazing and very informative video. Thanks for sharing it. Really enjoyed watching it 👍

  • @PhotoTrekr
    @PhotoTrekr Год назад

    Looks like you are thoroughly enjoying your trip. Particularly that last little bit of your video. 🥶

  • @tomfoord8860
    @tomfoord8860 Год назад

    Thanks for the memories! Your adaptability really paid off.

  • @randyschwager2515
    @randyschwager2515 Год назад

    Amazing adventure! Fun to see you working out of normal comfort zone! I loved your images. Thanks for taking me along!

  • @chrisegonmusic
    @chrisegonmusic Год назад

    These are probably my favourite of the shots of yours 've seen.
    Lovely stuff.

  • @adragon3210
    @adragon3210 Год назад

    I've been waiting with some anticipation for the first video of your trip, and I wasn't disappointed, I loved the seal pics and the different colours of the ice. The penguins were cute. I can't wait for your next video

  • @joelrollins2841
    @joelrollins2841 Год назад

    Love the sunset shot at 5:30! Looks like it was a great adventure - you're so very lucky.

  • @spirg
    @spirg Год назад

    ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL COURTNEY !!!! Will watch again , surely.. Keep them coming

  • @andywhiteside16
    @andywhiteside16 Год назад

    WOW absolutely amazing

  • @citoyen_du_monde11
    @citoyen_du_monde11 Год назад

    Wow, that is just amazing!

  • @RoyJenkinsPacker
    @RoyJenkinsPacker Год назад

    Wonderfully done video, thanks for sharing your journey. Stay safe.

  • @AcaciaFikeNelson
    @AcaciaFikeNelson Год назад +1

    Fantastic video Courtney! I don't think I could get sick of watching penguins. I mean they are just too damn cute!! I look forward to watching your next video and seeing more photos! 🐧📸

  • @timrosenburgh8597
    @timrosenburgh8597 Год назад

    Great video Courtney.
    I was really jealous of your trip.
    The scenery and wild looked fantastic.
    You captured some really nice image's as usual.
    Look forward to seeing your next video.

  • @OneWildKirby
    @OneWildKirby Год назад

    So cool to relive it through your videos!

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад

      I'd give anything to be zooming around on a zodiac right now ha!

    • @OneWildKirby
      @OneWildKirby Год назад

      @@CourtneyVictoria Absolutly the same! Sitting back in my cubicle is not doing it for me!

  • @yenra
    @yenra Год назад

    So cool. I love your attitude!

  • @Gareth1959
    @Gareth1959 Год назад

    What an amazing experience for you. Forget the sea-sickness, the positives far outweigh the negatives.

  • @dwrisdon2487
    @dwrisdon2487 Год назад

    I guess "dancing" with the penguins was out of the question? Bill

  • @paulkirk5760
    @paulkirk5760 Год назад

    Great video! I didn’t think it was possible for you to smile more than you usually do but I shouldn’t be surprised! What a trip!

  • @randallpeck6056
    @randallpeck6056 Год назад

    The one you call "Ice Field" is a great example of wildlife within the landscape.

  • @robertdavis1255
    @robertdavis1255 Год назад +1

    Thanks Courtney for sharing your experience with some great results.... very exciting & interesting location with so many subjects to photograph... always enjoy your work.. cheers from Australia 😀❤️

  • @DebFoley
    @DebFoley Год назад

    Thank you for sharing!! Such beautiful video and photos:). Love those penguins and the blue tones in the ice💕

  • @sturmgold
    @sturmgold Год назад +1

    I was longing for this! Thank you so much for sharing your adventure ❤️

  • @Graygeezer
    @Graygeezer Год назад

    Spray and get sprayed was more like the Zodiac rides I experienced down there.

  • @RobtJMooreII
    @RobtJMooreII Год назад

    I always enjoy your videos, but this one is especially delightful. So fun to watch you outside of your usual environment!

  • @Bussmicke2305
    @Bussmicke2305 Год назад

    Am soo greatful you share this with us. Wonderful places.
    3:15 Wow. Love it Courtney

  • @TheNitebinder
    @TheNitebinder Год назад

    Fascinating video you created here. It must have been a delight to photograph the wildlife and icebergs during your travels. Take the time to enjoy your adventures in Antarctica, because this might be a once in a life experience.

  • @fahrupitak695
    @fahrupitak695 Год назад

    Hi vic, I love it..., its amazing land

  • @daverees9038
    @daverees9038 Год назад

    Amazing video Courtney and what a location. Can't wait for next episode 📷

  • @RyanPhillipsPhotography
    @RyanPhillipsPhotography Год назад

    I'm so happy you got to have this experience! You got some amazing images and video so far and completely deserve this trip! I've been watching your videos for a few months now and you have helped inspire me to start a RUclips channel similar to yours! Just need to buy a few more things to get started. I'm very excited and I can't wait to start my journey and possibly make content like yours someday!

  • @stevenpeterman4721
    @stevenpeterman4721 Год назад

    Cool video enjoyed it a lot. Looks like you had a great time

  • @timeslices1996
    @timeslices1996 Год назад

    Haven’t seen ur video for days, I forgot to subscribe last time.😂
    Anyway, nice work!

  • @jamiemasters7187
    @jamiemasters7187 Год назад

    Thank you Courtney, great video being out of your normal comfort zone, thanks for sharing, look forward to the next video.

  • @susanfirth2279
    @susanfirth2279 Год назад

    What an experience. One of my absolute favorite animal is the penguins Lucky you! Beautiful scenery.

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад

      They've definitely become my favourite animal since! They were wonderful to watch and photograph.

  • @achims8961
    @achims8961 Год назад

    Awesome, what an adventure! Great video, I look forward to part 2.

  • @peterreynolds4755
    @peterreynolds4755 Год назад +1

    looks like you had a whale of a time, can't wait to see more videos, keep them coming 👍

  • @patford9943
    @patford9943 Год назад

    Fantastic video! There was one point where I could, almost, smell the penguins. I was going to say I was disappointed you didn’t dance off screen at 0:30 after the “very sexy life jacket” comment but your video and stills really tell your story!

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад

      It's an interesting smell haha! I was worried it would linger in my camera bag...

  • @formatthitech
    @formatthitech Год назад

    Fantastic video Courtney! Really wonderful to see Antarctica in it`s glory with some incredible captures!

  • @dianevose9655
    @dianevose9655 Год назад

    Absolutely brilliant vlog Courtney! Being handheld is so freeing, opening up a world of new photographic viewpoints ❄️❄️❄️

  • @davelangley2965
    @davelangley2965 Год назад

    Lovely stuff as usual Courtney, and so glad to see that you didn't drop a camera in the drink this time. Hope you get a bit more used to the climate in Antarctica as you looked so cold bless you. Keep yourself wrapped up as warm as possible Courtney and stay safe...👍

    • @CourtneyVictoria
      @CourtneyVictoria  Год назад

      I'm proud to say all camera gear made it back in one piece haha! The D850 did get quite wet on a few zodiac cruises from the sea spray but the weather sealing did its job.

  • @LisaFrostPhoto
    @LisaFrostPhoto Год назад

    Fabulous video Courtney! I'm so sorry to hear you got sea sick on the way over - it has to be one of the most truly miserable experiences. But great to see you out there enjoying such an amazing experience! So many wonderful images - fantastic wildlife but I love those photos of the mountains! And you also got some great shots of the icebergs too. Looking forward to part 2!

  • @gregsnell
    @gregsnell Год назад

    Ohhhh I'm 6 days late!! Awesome to see this video Courtney. Great storytelling and humour as always. Seal-Real! got me good. I hear you with the new inspiration too. This trip in-particular tested new skills filming heldheld with a telephoto from a bouncing zodiac with a new camera 😂

  • @DavidTpitCabrera
    @DavidTpitCabrera Год назад

    Beautiful

  • @PMCN53
    @PMCN53 Год назад

    IT must have been a wonderful experience and a photographic challenge indeed! You maged to get some fantastic images for your portfolio. Looking forward to episode #2

  • @markgale7935
    @markgale7935 Год назад

    I'm working in the Falklands at the moment. Summer coming to an end but lots.if penguins here too of course plus remainder of the marine animals before they leave.these shores for winter. If your cruise ship docks here, would love to say Hi. Enjoy every video. Thank you.

  • @jaybradley9083
    @jaybradley9083 Год назад

    Looks like you are having quite an interesting adventure. Excellent video and photos, as always.

  • @jennifercall9014
    @jennifercall9014 Год назад

    Glad you made it. I actually thought about telling you to take some boat rides before going and get the motion thing out of the way😊. Be safe keep publishing.

  • @MarkusSchoch
    @MarkusSchoch Год назад

    Thanks for sharing the impressions from Antartica. Love your pictures and videos with the penguins. You‘re definitely doing an excellent job in these new photography areas. Looking forward to the next video

  • @paulcunninghamw00dlandph0t0
    @paulcunninghamw00dlandph0t0 Год назад

    Beautiful images. I’m already looking forward to the next instalment 🤩

  • @Moesound1
    @Moesound1 Год назад

    Welcome back. Great video and the lesson on being flexible. Thanks

  • @AlexMcDougallPhotography
    @AlexMcDougallPhotography Год назад

    Glad to see that you were having a good time on such a trip of a lifetime. Excellent video as ever. Thanks

  • @ZakariKha
    @ZakariKha Год назад

    A brilliant video presenting the challenges of photography in such conditions. You did a great job Victoria.

  • @GaryCihlarPhotography
    @GaryCihlarPhotography Год назад

    Great video! Been waiting to see your videos of an amazing trip. Have fun, and be safe, will be looking forward to the next one.

  • @sdsparkes
    @sdsparkes Год назад

    Awesome

  • @littleoneadventures
    @littleoneadventures Год назад

    I was really looking forward to seeing your adventure and it definitely did not disappoint!! Beautiful footage and photography! Can’t wait for part 2!

  • @jonhewitt3
    @jonhewitt3 Год назад

    No forest dancing for you!