Thomas, I've been following your videos for years, I'm not a regular commenter or anything, but your videos are fantastic. I look forward to them every week. You are easily the best story teller in the landscape photography space. Thanks for the great content week after week.
I get it ! I started photography with film. Every time I go back to it and get my slides developped (6x6), I have this immeasurable pleasure to check them on the light table. They seems so alive, so life-like (not sure of the exact wording here : I'm a bloody French !). They seems almost like in 3D.
Dude, don’t sweat it, just enjoy being out there doing your thing and having a fun chill time- people who don’t appreciate it will literally click off, those of us who do will continue to enjoy your videos and work. Cheers, mate!
Second image is simply brilliant, great vision there. It's always great to see you outside with horrible weather while I'm in my office having a coffee, super cosy. Thanks for everything
I started shooting with film in the mid 70s. It's hard to describe the feeling of shooting something that you think it's good... but you really don't know until the film is developed. You think about each shot a LOT more. You care a LOT more. The feeling is... invested.
Beauuutiful, that allignament of the sun with the arch sending that light into it and breaking those photons into the beautifully frightening crashing wave. Excellent!!!
Words alone really do not express the joy of watching your videos. It makes my day and I look forward each week for more enjoyable videos. Thanks for your time and afford.
Personally, I feel like these "non-productive" videos are a lot of fun to watch. They also level set what it's like to be a photographer. Social media often abstracts that away so I really appreciate you sharing the videos and the shots like this!
Next time you're shooting b&w film, try a red filter. Where your yellow has a subtle effect, a red would be much more dramatic. Combining a red with your graduated ND often is very effective as well. However, be aware that most red filters will require 2.5 to 3 stops more exposure. Also, Ilford Delta isn't inherently a high contrast film, but it responds well to exposure and development manipulation to increase/decrease contrast and shadow detail.
I rather enjoy these video where not everything comes up rainbows and unicorns. The appeal of your channel is that you keep landscape photography real and honest for your audience. We love it that you bring us along on your journeys - warts and all. It is also the motivation to get off my butt and face the elements: I just ask myself, what would Thomas do?
I love shooting on film! It's how I learned photography years ago. I've been spoiled with digital for a while now, and decided to slow it down and get back into film. In a way, digital can sometimes give you a bit of an illusion of skill. But shooting film will let you know EXACTLY where you are. It's very humbling!
That arch photo is bloody brilliant. The fact you were shooting in to the sun is what makes the image with the light coming through the arch and perfectly lighting up the crashing wave. Honestly I think that’s my favourite photo of yours I’ve seen recently.
I am new to you and your channel! I want to watch every video you have made. You have inspired me to dive into landscape photography, to buy a used film Hasselblad, to come and hike through the UK, and I have wanted a camper van and I so enjoyed watching you build out your camper. I cannot express how much I am enjoying your videos! Keep up the great work!
Just as a mild FYI concerning b&w filters - I've been shooting b&w film since 1970. There are three basic b&w filters which affect contrast - yellow, orange, and red. Each produces a bit more contrast than the previous, with yellow being the mildest, and red being the strongest. Sometimes, just for fun, try shooting one shot of each filter to compare the difference.
Nobody does it like you Mr. Thomas Heaton! I absolutely enjoy these out and about videos, with you narrating from inside the van, especially in inclimate weather. Your videography and stills prowess second to none! Very nice! Cheers from across the pond! Happy Holidays! Stay safe and Healthy! 👍👍👍✌🏻😁🇬🇧🇺🇸📷
An Important message you brave ones share, is that you cannot be sure you will get anything to bring home each time you go out. Much like hunting game or fishing. Real world facts honestly shared. Thanks, Thomas.
Thomas, I really enjoyed this first day on Lewis and Harris. I was lucky to visit the Isles in 2019 with several friends and your video brought back so many happy memories. Really looking forward to the next video. All the best and thank you.
Hi Thomas, really enjoyed the video. Love the wild moody days, which can be a challenge, especially waiting for the right wave. The patterns made by sea and sand are beautiful, natures sculptures. Thanks again take care till next time Alioban
In the photo recap at the end, the 2nd image of the sand, and the arch with the sun ray streaming through it... both awesome shots! Thank-you for continuing to do what you do. Love your vids!
I would be thrilled to have captured these images but Thomas, even if you are disappointed yourself you can of course take great satisfaction in overcoming the technical challenges and just simply being in a wonderful landscape doing a job of work to the best of your ability. Thanks for keeping it real as always.
I got three funny little comments about this very enjoyable video. I found it funny at the very beginning when you say "Today we are going to go shooting... ON FILM!". I 'm an old fart who did that for over twenty years, so for me, that was funny to see such excitement! Jumping to point number three which is also related to film shooting. I loved to see you getting all giddy trying to time the wave at its peak. I still do that even with digital cameras. And the reward is fantastic when you get the images back and you got one just right. None of this spray and pray stuff, and no chimping. As for point number two, I giggled when you told us with whom you went on this trip with. There's Adam Gibbs, Alistair Ben, and a guy named Phil. No last name, no explanation as to whom he is. It felt like he is the proverbial actor from the old Star Trek series that wore the red shirt. Sooner or later he is just gonna disappear so don't pay too much attention to him! I just found that funny. I think my favorite shot was your "rubbish" composition.
Great video and storytelling. I really liked the picture of the sea arch. Well done! Always look forward to your videos. I haven't shot film in years, brings back memories.
Tip for viewers: when using incident meter you don't have to get close to the subject. You can take the reading where you are standing as long as you are covered by the same light source ;)
Absolutely loved that with the Hasselblad, I could feel your enjoyment and what a beautiful spot. On my bucket list. I love Velvet Moon too. All the images were great. Cant ask for more than that, plus the heads up on camper van etiquette. I plan on hiring one when I get over there one day. Thank you for sharing.
This is what I love about film photography. There is no certainty about a shot until you see that film come out of the developing tank. Beautiful images, Thomas.
Thomas, don't worry about the outcome of the photos, we enjoy the whole adventure as such and we learn specially from the difficulties and even the failures to become better photographers, go ahead and don't crack your head, your channel is avesome and very enjoyable!
The adrenaline buzz when you are set up for a banger with the perfect sun just waiting for the right wave to hit, can definitely relate to that! Bet it's even more so when every shot costs you cash😅
Your channel is such bang for the buck. Camper Van built, photography trips, filmphotography. Truly inspiring. (In my experience: The cool thing about film is learning to know when it worked well. I've been a 99% filmshooter for many years [again])
Another Mr. Heaton award winner. Big chance on the film camera only choice but a nice challenge. Such wonderful scenery in Scotland, especially all the location you've been thus far. A wealth of knowledge in that group of photographers! Cheers Thomas!
I'm glad you left your digital camera at home. These were, to me, some of the best photos you have ever taken. There's just something magical about film photography.
"There goes my composition" 😊. What nature giveth, nature can just as easily taketh away. Always look forward to and enjoy your warts-and-all videos each week, Tom. Thank you!
Don’t doubt your ability. This was another excellent and inspiring video. I loved you image with the cottages. I would be gutted about that broken lens though. I’m very much looking forward to seeing what view awaits you outside your van. 1 week is too long to wait.
I gotta say this seemed like the most fun i've seen you have in a video. You seemed more relaxed and just thoroughly enjoying the day for the most part.
Yessss! Thomas does another epic film photography video. Best Christmas present for me so thanks. I’ve been patiently waiting since the iconic ‘sheep in the snow’ and lone grass video.
Really enjoyed your video! Brave move, leaving your digital camera at home. The film keepers were amazing! Please keep mixing in some film photography content! 👍🏽📷👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Thomas. One of your best videos for ages. Found it entertaining, educational and inspirational. its good that you show The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, ages ago you inspired me to dust off the old Bronica , buy some film and do some proper photography again. But not sure I'm brave enough to leave the D810 at home, now I really must get out there I have no excuses living between Dartmoor and the Coast the hardest decision most times is which way to go!
We of the film world appreciate a super huge big time epic mega RUclips star showing what film can do to the photo world at large. I shoot both digital and film and see that each has it's own areas they excel in. Film has a look that digital does not have in this world of Photoshop and Affinity. So yeah, I'll continue with both for as long as I can get my old bones out in the hills/mountains/beach. Keep on clickin' Thomas.
Don´t think about it. I´ve said it before, and I think I speak for most of your followers. We are here for the journey. At leas I don´t care what camera you pick up in the next video or if the output is your best ever or not 😊
FYI the name of the arch is Stac a' Phris Natural Sea Arch. In the summer when the sun is further to the north you get some great cross light at sunset
If you are using the Blad., why dont you buy a few film backs. Then you can pre-load film in the van and avoid the issue of waiting for a break in the rain to load film. It would also allow you to load different types of film so that you are prepared for whatever type of images you want to make. That was always the point of having modular backs.
You are wrong about the video. Your film making is stunningly good. You take the viewer on your trips and tell the story beautifully….and that’s why you get so many subs. Whether you get a portfolio shot is not important for the viewer (although I know you may feel disappointed). Personally you inspire me to go out and take photographs …👍 Your content could easily stand up on broadcast TV btw..I look forward to the notification of a new video ever week…all the best to you..😄
Great work. Delta 100 is my favorite for black and white...In October I took a once in a lifetime type of trip (at least for me) with only my 4x5 film camera as a serious landscape camera. Thats first film only trip I had done since going digitalin 2009 (I was late). It was a bit of a gamble, but the experience was worth it. I didn't worry about reviewing photos at the end of each day because I couldn't. Just took each shot and enjoyed each moment, and ended up with a small collection of photos that I'm proud of.
Thomas, I've been following your videos for years, I'm not a regular commenter or anything, but your videos are fantastic. I look forward to them every week. You are easily the best story teller in the landscape photography space. Thanks for the great content week after week.
Thanks a lot, that's very kind of you to say. Glad you're still enjoying the content.
Agreed. There is a charm to Thomas’ approach. Always look forward to his day of the week.
Agreed, as well!
Ditto!! The best!!
Also agree. This is by far my fave channel.
I started shooting film for the first time because of your videos, completely revived my love of getting out and taking pictures.
I know what you mean, but it's a hard thing to describe.
I get it ! I started photography with film. Every time I go back to it and get my slides developped (6x6), I have this immeasurable pleasure to check them on the light table. They seems so alive, so life-like (not sure of the exact wording here : I'm a bloody French !). They seems almost like in 3D.
Dude, don’t sweat it, just enjoy being out there doing your thing and having a fun chill time- people who don’t appreciate it will literally click off, those of us who do will continue to enjoy your videos and work. Cheers, mate!
That seascape with the light coming through the arch is absolutely majestic!
Second image is simply brilliant, great vision there. It's always great to see you outside with horrible weather while I'm in my office having a coffee, super cosy. Thanks for everything
I started shooting with film in the mid 70s. It's hard to describe the feeling of shooting something that you think it's good... but you really don't know until the film is developed. You think about each shot a LOT more. You care a LOT more. The feeling is... invested.
Thomas you’re photography is so natural! And the videos is great! Keep on working and make my day every morning when I enjoy you’re videos.👍👍👍👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏
Not a wasted trip, great shapes and textures. Then shooting into the sun, amazing.
Beauuutiful, that allignament of the sun with the arch sending that light into it and breaking those photons into the beautifully frightening crashing wave. Excellent!!!
There’s something quite comforting seeing you snug in the van with the driving rain and wind outside.
Heatton commentating his taking of a photo, like a football match, was hilarious, just what I needed a monday evening.
Words alone really do not express the joy of watching your videos. It makes my day and I look forward each week for more enjoyable videos. Thanks for your time and afford.
500K congrats!! Well deserved 🙏🙏
That first shot is really, really nice.
Thanks. I'm never sure how those abstract type shots will be received.
@@ThomasHeatonPhoto I think your abstract shots are my favourites, actually.
That and a good old lone tree!
@@ThomasHeatonPhoto I'm a big fan (and amateur creator) of abstract photography. I really appreciate seeing these types of shots.
Fabulous video, looked like you had a great time and love the images.
Stop fretting and enjoy it 😊😊
Just watch and relax - always happy when I see a video is up
Personally, I feel like these "non-productive" videos are a lot of fun to watch. They also level set what it's like to be a photographer. Social media often abstracts that away so I really appreciate you sharing the videos and the shots like this!
Thanks for taking us along, mate. Inspiring as always. Those abstracts were great with beautiful textures, tones and shapes. Success, I’d say.
lovely video Thomas! I felt the tension at my home while watching you wait for the big wave.
Very nice! The backlit sea spray through the hole in the sea stack is terrific. Thanks!
Next time you're shooting b&w film, try a red filter. Where your yellow has a subtle effect, a red would be much more dramatic. Combining a red with your graduated ND often is very effective as well. However, be aware that most red filters will require 2.5 to 3 stops more exposure. Also, Ilford Delta isn't inherently a high contrast film, but it responds well to exposure and development manipulation to increase/decrease contrast and shadow detail.
I rather enjoy these video where not everything comes up rainbows and unicorns. The appeal of your channel is that you keep landscape photography real and honest for your audience. We love it that you bring us along on your journeys - warts and all. It is also the motivation to get off my butt and face the elements: I just ask myself, what would Thomas do?
I love shooting on film! It's how I learned photography years ago. I've been spoiled with digital for a while now, and decided to slow it down and get back into film. In a way, digital can sometimes give you a bit of an illusion of skill. But shooting film will let you know EXACTLY where you are. It's very humbling!
Love the Film Photography and the progress, fun and adventure is more then a mass result.
Definitely one of your best Thomas , you can clearly see you were enjoying it 😉
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That arch photo is bloody brilliant. The fact you were shooting in to the sun is what makes the image with the light coming through the arch and perfectly lighting up the crashing wave. Honestly I think that’s my favourite photo of yours I’ve seen recently.
Great to see you having fun. The first sand image is my favourite, such detail. Gorgeous.
Hi Thomas. Loved the first abstract image with the yellow filter. Thanks for sharing another great adventure. Cheers. Dave
I am new to you and your channel! I want to watch every video you have made. You have inspired me to dive into landscape photography, to buy a used film Hasselblad, to come and hike through the UK, and I have wanted a camper van and I so enjoyed watching you build out your camper. I cannot express how much I am enjoying your videos! Keep up the great work!
I liked them all bar the second sand shot. But "McDurdle Door" was the standout shot. Love that Beam of light.
so nice to see some grain back in images. The first 3 were some of my favorite shots of yours
Just as a mild FYI concerning b&w filters - I've been shooting b&w film since 1970. There are three basic b&w filters which affect contrast - yellow, orange, and red. Each produces a bit more contrast than the previous, with yellow being the mildest, and red being the strongest. Sometimes, just for fun, try shooting one shot of each filter to compare the difference.
Sea arch wave crashing in, great shot lad.
I am absolutely delighted
The colliding wave image looks very fabulous.
Nobody does it like you Mr. Thomas Heaton! I absolutely enjoy these out and about videos, with you narrating from inside the van, especially in inclimate weather. Your videography and stills prowess second to none! Very nice! Cheers from across the pond! Happy Holidays!
Stay safe and Healthy! 👍👍👍✌🏻😁🇬🇧🇺🇸📷
All beautiful pictures enjoying every video tremendously !
An Important message you brave ones share, is that you cannot be sure you will get anything to bring home each time you go out. Much like hunting game or fishing. Real world facts honestly shared. Thanks, Thomas.
Thanx for helping me relax after a long day at work
Looks good so far! The first image is my favorite, with the third a close second!
Thomas, I really enjoyed this first day on Lewis and Harris. I was lucky to visit the Isles in 2019 with several friends and your video brought back so many happy memories. Really looking forward to the next video. All the best and thank you.
Hi Thomas, really enjoyed the video. Love the wild moody days, which can be a challenge, especially waiting for the right wave. The patterns made by sea and sand are beautiful, natures sculptures. Thanks again take care till next time Alioban
In the photo recap at the end, the 2nd image of the sand, and the arch with the sun ray streaming through it... both awesome shots! Thank-you for continuing to do what you do. Love your vids!
I can’t help thinking some of the bnw photos would be better in color.
I would be thrilled to have captured these images but Thomas, even if you are disappointed yourself you can of course take great satisfaction in overcoming the technical challenges and just simply being in a wonderful landscape doing a job of work to the best of your ability. Thanks for keeping it real as always.
well done for highlighting that good work of the Harris trust. I loved the images too.
15:51 holy MOLY you got the sun beaming through the arch!!!!! WOW
I got three funny little comments about this very enjoyable video. I found it funny at the very beginning when you say "Today we are going to go shooting... ON FILM!". I 'm an old fart who did that for over twenty years, so for me, that was funny to see such excitement! Jumping to point number three which is also related to film shooting. I loved to see you getting all giddy trying to time the wave at its peak. I still do that even with digital cameras. And the reward is fantastic when you get the images back and you got one just right. None of this spray and pray stuff, and no chimping. As for point number two, I giggled when you told us with whom you went on this trip with. There's Adam Gibbs, Alistair Ben, and a guy named Phil. No last name, no explanation as to whom he is. It felt like he is the proverbial actor from the old Star Trek series that wore the red shirt. Sooner or later he is just gonna disappear so don't pay too much attention to him! I just found that funny. I think my favorite shot was your "rubbish" composition.
Great video and storytelling. I really liked the picture of the sea arch. Well done! Always look forward to your videos. I haven't shot film in years, brings back memories.
Oh my god Tom! I am so jealous of the photo on the cliff edge. Great shot!
Tip for viewers: when using incident meter you don't have to get close to the subject. You can take the reading where you are standing as long as you are covered by the same light source ;)
Beautiful shots Thomas! Each one is a banger!
The photo on the cliff... Really left me speechless.
Sun through arch must be a keeper. What a fabulous shot. I had no idea you could manage that degree of intense sunlight.
Absolutely loved that with the Hasselblad, I could feel your enjoyment and what a beautiful spot. On my bucket list. I love Velvet Moon too. All the images were great. Cant ask for more than that, plus the heads up on camper van etiquette. I plan on hiring one when I get over there one day. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for reminding me why I love digital, lovely photos though.
This is what I love about film photography. There is no certainty about a shot until you see that film come out of the developing tank. Beautiful images, Thomas.
Thomas, don't worry about the outcome of the photos, we enjoy the whole adventure as such and we learn specially from the difficulties and even the failures to become better photographers, go ahead and don't crack your head, your channel is avesome and very enjoyable!
Truly enjoyed your bw images. My favorites are the abstract ones in the water. Well done 👏🏻.
I loved your abtract B&W images; you did great!
The adrenaline buzz when you are set up for a banger with the perfect sun just waiting for the right wave to hit, can definitely relate to that! Bet it's even more so when every shot costs you cash😅
I quite like the beach abstracts...can't wait to see the pano camera in action...cheers
Wonderfull black and white shots, love it !
The image of the sun shining through the arch with the crashing wave in front and the sun behind was perfect.
Your channel is such bang for the buck.
Camper Van built, photography trips, filmphotography. Truly inspiring. (In my experience: The cool thing about film is learning to know when it worked well. I've been a 99% filmshooter for many years [again])
Another Mr. Heaton award winner. Big chance on the film camera only choice but a nice challenge. Such wonderful scenery in Scotland, especially all the location you've been thus far. A wealth of knowledge in that group of photographers! Cheers Thomas!
Really loved to see you talking to sea waves. Not a usual. All the best for the future and congratulations for 500k. Learning a lot from you
at 15:36 i satisfied said yessss as if i took the photo by myself. great episode thanks man!
I'm glad you left your digital camera at home. These were, to me, some of the best photos you have ever taken. There's just something magical about film photography.
Great vid! One of my faves but I’m biased as I love the film ones! I kept smiling when you were trying to get the waves!
Some of my best images were my greatest fails. Thank you for sharing this video Thomas.
The videos where to experiment and have fun are also more engaging for me, I love the energy it shares. Thank you for bringing us along.
"There goes my composition" 😊. What nature giveth, nature can just as easily taketh away. Always look forward to and enjoy your warts-and-all videos each week, Tom. Thank you!
Don’t doubt your ability. This was another excellent and inspiring video. I loved you image with the cottages. I would be gutted about that broken lens though. I’m very much looking forward to seeing what view awaits you outside your van. 1 week is too long to wait.
I gotta say this seemed like the most fun i've seen you have in a video. You seemed more relaxed and just thoroughly enjoying the day for the most part.
I had fun watching you have fun. Merry Christmas!
So hyped tom, really glad you left the digital at home. Watching you shoot film is one of my favorite things.
The wave-crashing pic is amazing!
Yessss! Thomas does another epic film photography video. Best Christmas present for me so thanks. I’ve been patiently waiting since the iconic ‘sheep in the snow’ and lone grass video.
Really enjoyed your video! Brave move, leaving your digital camera at home. The film keepers were amazing! Please keep mixing in some film photography content! 👍🏽📷👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Thomas. One of your best videos for ages. Found it entertaining, educational and inspirational. its good that you show The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, ages ago you inspired me to dust off the old Bronica , buy some film and do some proper photography again. But not sure I'm brave enough to leave the D810 at home, now I really must get out there I have no excuses living between Dartmoor and the Coast the hardest decision most times is which way to go!
The production on your videos has always been great but it has been top notch lately, loving the content Tom!
another fun trek thomas. well done!
Thomas, thank you for ALL your ideas and instruction. You're great!
We of the film world appreciate a super huge big time epic mega RUclips star showing what film can do to the photo world at large. I shoot both digital and film and see that each has it's own areas they excel in. Film has a look that digital does not have in this world of Photoshop and Affinity. So yeah, I'll continue with both for as long as I can get my old bones out in the hills/mountains/beach. Keep on clickin' Thomas.
Lol. Mega star 😎 Agreed on the film v Digi. I love both, therefore will shoot both 👍
Loved the end of your video brother🤨🤔😂😂👍🏼👍🏼! I really enjoy your work and the journey.
I loved your B&W images some of the earlier images were great. The clean minimal images
hi tom, wet, humid, condensation...... get yourself a wee Karcher Window Vac, brilliant for keeping the damp down when it gets soggy/hot
Don´t think about it. I´ve said it before, and I think I speak for most of your followers. We are here for the journey. At leas I don´t care what camera you pick up in the next video or if the output is your best ever or not 😊
Waiting for the Right Wave. A seascape photographer's epitaph ;-)
FYI the name of the arch is Stac a' Phris Natural Sea Arch. In the summer when the sun is further to the north you get some great cross light at sunset
It's been YEARS since I've shot film so I bought some and am going to give it a whirl during x-mas break. Thanks for the videos!
I was there back in 2015, stayed in Tarbert. Lovely place!
15:50 bro this image blew my mind!! 😮🙌👏
One of the best and certainly most entertaining photographers around. Keep doing what you do so well, Thomas.
If you are using the Blad., why dont you buy a few film backs. Then you can pre-load film in the van and avoid the issue of waiting for a break in the rain to load film. It would also allow you to load different types of film so that you are prepared for whatever type of images you want to make.
That was always the point of having modular backs.
You are wrong about the video. Your film making is stunningly good. You take the viewer on your trips and tell the story beautifully….and that’s why you get so many subs. Whether you get a portfolio shot is not important for the viewer (although I know you may feel disappointed). Personally you inspire me to go out and take photographs …👍
Your content could easily stand up on broadcast TV btw..I look forward to the notification of a new video ever week…all the best to you..😄
Great work. Delta 100 is my favorite for black and white...In October I took a once in a lifetime type of trip (at least for me) with only my 4x5 film camera as a serious landscape camera. Thats first film only trip I had done since going digitalin 2009 (I was late). It was a bit of a gamble, but the experience was worth it. I didn't worry about reviewing photos at the end of each day because I couldn't. Just took each shot and enjoyed each moment, and ended up with a small collection of photos that I'm proud of.
Stunning content and photographs as always Thomas. Have a wonderful weekend! /Robert
Fun is good to watch as far as I’m concerned
Finally a trip without a digital camera. Next step is to put that light meter in the ocean and leave it there. Nice work with the ‘Blad.