VAN TOUR | Solo Female Photographer Lives Full-Time On The Road
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- Опубликовано: 11 дек 2019
- I’m an outdoor adventure & travel photographer living full-time on the road. I’m pretty new to RUclips, but I’m stoked to share what it’s like to live in a van while working as a freelance photographer. My goal here is to inspire you to step outside your comfort zone by sharing my own personal highs and lows along this (sometimes) wild journey. Thanks for being here. Maybe one day I'll see you out on that open road. #VanLife
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Hey :) I’m Christian Schaffer, and I’ve lived on the road full-time since May 2018. This journey began in 2013 when I left the corporate world to build my career as an outdoor adventure & travel photographer. As a semi-minimalist, I eventually decided to donate/sell most of my belongings and move into my 4x4 Nissan Xterra. After 14 months of SUV living and falling madly in love with the open road - I bought a van and hired a team to build it out. Van life enables me to experience and document the beauty of our natural world on a whole new level, all while having my home and office nearby. My hope is that by sharing my own personal highs and lows along this (sometimes) wild journey, you might be inspired to hit the road or spend more time outdoors. Maybe one day I'll see you out on that open road 🚐
*My van is a 2019 Ram ProMaster 1500 High Roof, 136" WB with 7K miles*
#solofemalevanlife #solofemaletravel #vantour
Hey guys, if you're wondering about toilet, shower & laundry, I just posted this video 👉🏼ruclips.net/video/Mkr5wOCvNfI/видео.html . Thanks for the love!!
Christian have you ever driven barefoot?
Very cool. You could get a fitness center membership to shower.
u should put a lazyboy in the back, and a futon next to the sink....and u should also install an electric smart refrigerator with an ice maker on the door....u can put a stand-in shower behind the driver seat, and install a 60 gallon water tank with a heater on the roof to run the shower....yep, thats what i would do.
I hope you have taken steps for self defense. Please be aware of your surroundings. God bless.
I had the same question one month back .
Nice setup, but as a full time van dweller myself in the UK , I highly recommended buying a fire extinguisher and a carbon monoxide detector as you have gas and batteries in your living space. It could save your life ! Thanks for sharing and happy travels 🚐
Yes Boris! 😁
eff it bro, u see a fire just hop out the van. awww you lost ur shit? insurance baby ;)
Not just one. I have one at each entrance door... Where I can get at one when needed..
And good thing about lithium batteries. They don't gas. Why you can use them inside.
I don’t know what the UK is like
I believed in a van for a year
I’m one of the lucky ones
I’ve blown an awful lot of money
And I still have $11,000 in the bank
I don’t know that it’s a good idea
to live on the road
without at least $10,000
you need money to cover emergencies
Living in this manner
I am able to save $1000 a month
at least
I would’ve had close to $15,000
if I didn’t look after
other homeless people
I could stay out here another five months
and have $17,000 saved
But
I’m folding at $10,000
After a year I’ve pretty much had enough
It’s not fun anymore
Even as a loner
Even as a decorated combat veteran
It gets so lonely it doesn’t feel lonely
And then
You’re naturally capable of disassociation
from human closeness
I’ve been out here long enough
To form the belief
One gender humanize the other
As irritating as women have been, can be and will be?
It becomes difficult to know who you are
without one
You become cold and hard
And you smile a lot less
My heart goes out to those
who have no choice
but to stay on the road...
I’ll never forget the people I met out here
Once I am comfortably happy
in my apartment
My heart will still ache
As
Most homeless people are lost and depending on tomorrow
to make today better
It’s heartbreaking
@@snekjuce Yeah, but "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure"
The is definitely one of my favourite campervan setups and decor I've ever seen 😍
Its so net
this is so true :-)
thank you! 💕
I really enjoyed this video. Thank you very much!
Fantastic van, be careful out there by yourself! I traveled and lived in a variety of vans with much much less comfort from 1972 to 1978, in Europe, France, Spain, Switzerland and North Africa, learning French, Spanish, Italian, some German, some Arabic, Turkish, Persian, etc. Went on to a career as a Diplomat/Attache/International Restauranteur and now again I am a Digital Nomad at 68 years old, originally from California homes in Texas and France, Blessings from Colombia, Marco!
Mark Weaver damn, impressive, sir!
You've achieved a lot, very inspiring.
What is a digital nomad?
Who asked "YOU"??
Mark came here to tell people about himself
Out of all the van solo travelers I've binged watched, I really love Christian's van setup. It's so simple yet functional and chic.
Thank you ☺️🙌🏻
Just found you. I'm retired 67 yrs old. Single and I've been actively shopping for a small Class C so my 2 lg dogs & I could go fulltime. I can't wait. You inspire me.I'm
Looking forward to watching more of your videos. God bless your travels. I liked & subscribed.
Thanks Maddy :)
She has a good idea doing what she loves best. Best wishes to her.
I love how her van doesn’t feel like a van and it doesn’t feel like a utility and that is how you make it livable
Thanks Josie, @Gonewiththevan did such a nice job 🚐✌🏼
I've been so fascinated by stories like this lately. I can't get enough of them!
I love how simple and accessible everything is. Would love this van for myself.
Not living the dream. Created the dream.
Well done.
I like how calming it looks . Most vanlifers kind of have a lot of stuffs here and there but yours looks all hidden and clean .
Thanks, after living in an SUV for so long, it's gotten easier to keep my belongings to a minimum✌🏼
Most people usually build it on their own that's why
I love this van! 100% in my top 5 van tour videos. And I've seen A LOT. I also just love your mindset of balancing asthetics, spaciousness, storage and even the little bin "to make me more mindful of what I throw away"
I’m so addicted to these van build/travel vids. Your van is amazing.
This is hands down the best design I've ever seen in a van. So many little details like the outdoor shoe access that come on super handy!
Thanks Holden, I pirated the shoe drawer idea from my friend Quin, he has a super rad build too 👉🏼@everchanginghorizon
Please talk more about finances, occupation, and safety for women living alone on the road
@Daisy. Christian divulges very interesting pages of detailed information about her professional background and the winding road that led to her ending up as a professional photographer, on her main website.
All very good topics, thank you 🙌🏼
Exactly my concern
If you are scared of guns, (which no one should after some practice) but would be great, if not atleast a bear pepper spray Beautiful 💯👌🏾
@@adeee4766 Gun laws vary by state. The pepper spray is a better idea.
What you have done is amazing. I absolutely love your pictures and the wonderful comments you make. Keep on vanning!
i love this so much! it's compact so it's easy on the roads and finding parking. yet it has all the essentials. interior is beautiful! makes it look so light and airy. favourite so far.
One of my favorite van builds and vids. Love how neat, clean and organized your van is. I'm 60 and makes me wanna purge my junk and do the van life ! Have fun !!
Msterri51 Thanks! I’ve definitely learned to appreciate that ‘less is more’ by living in a vehicle. It can be very liberating 🙏🏻
This is one of the only van tours that didn't make me feel claustrophobic-- nice work!
Thanks Anna 🚐✌🏼
Just too beautiful. Love the colours & that there are plugs everywhere
Coordination to a new level, even the clothing coordinates.
Great layout and aesthetics.
Anyone else find themselves here because of RUclips's crazy ass recommendations?
I am here because I saw a beautiful lady 🤩
Would smash it...
W Watkins Agenda 21
Yes , me too
Seems like modern hippies promoting a lonely, self-centered existence to fellow ideologues. Good luck with starting a family.
Very impressive and inviting, prolly one of the cleanest van build interiors I've ever seen!
Thanks Justin :)
Christian Schaffer did you build it your self or did you have help and maybe a professional... looking to do the same since I am a student, what was the cost average, amazing video and loved it ❤️
Yeah, great choice of colours, clean, neatly organised... kinda perfectionist arnt you? 😊
@@Hivydar Thanks! I worked with Gonewiththevan (link in caption). They did an amazing job - I would definitely recommend. The van + build was less than $80k total ✌🏼
@@zoroa9793 Haha maybe with some things 🙈🤓
I've seen so many van build, and I keep coming back to this van design. This is by far the best!
This has to be one of the BEST solo van living designs I have ever come across. Very good job.
I've watched a lot of these van conversions on RUclips. In my opinion I think yours is the best. You've taken the shorter wheelbase Dodge Ram but with the layout and colors you have chosen, it seems very roomy inside. Most van builds have the permanent bed but I love the extra living space you have opted for. I also love the neatness and organization!
kellyB Thanks Kelly, really appreciate the thoughtful comment 🙏🏻 I do love it! I debated having the fixed bed but desk space was really important to me and after living in an suv for so long, I didn’t need too much storage space. I think a fixed bed would make sense if there were two people though. Or maybe even a longer wheel base
kellyB I agree 100% this by far is my 2 favorite van next to Amanda’s van from Art Van Grow
Her van is amazing. One thing it isn't, is a Dodge.
@@theguyinthesuit903 It's a Dodge Ram ProMaster ✌🏼
@@ChristianSchaffer For pickup trucks and commercial vehicles released by Fiat Chrysler, the Make known as Dodge was dropped several years back. Today the brand is strictly known as RAM.
Seen 100s of Van life videos but yours is the most authentic and more Like being yourself. So comfy and clean. 🙌👌
Thank you Maulik :)
Maybe its because shes a hot blonde girl and you say it because of that :D
Authentic...
@@jimmyblue3058 you are amazing shot Florian 😂😀😀
@@kezzatube45 some they recommended and some i searched for
Thank you for sharing Christian. Look forward to following your adventures ❤
that van is perfect! I can see that you put a lot of thought into designing it. Looks very livable and beautiful.
Into the wild in the library section. Nothing else to say, simply perfect!
Salva Seville Favorite book of all time. Have it in three languages 🤓
this makes me want to live the van life because of the cleanliness and the ocean
@eh6794 I would have to disagree...between my gym membership and state parks, I shower just as much as I used to while living in an apartment. I can't speak for all VanLifers, of course...but maybe some are just cleaner/neater than others 🤷🏼♀️Also, I used to live in an SUV which was even smaller, and I kept that thing super tidy 👉🏼 christianschaffer.art/journal/road-life-simple-suv-conversion-guide
oceans have sharks 😭
@@jonahlevi3178 you scared of sharks? Pfft!!!
@Ash Moe Haha exactly! Although I can't say I watch a whole lot of sports...🤓
@Ash Moe 5'9"
this is the best van tour ive ever seen, its soo pretty and i love the modern cozy style.
Ms Schaffer....the van is really well done, like the colors, bright yet muted, soothing, and your chosen path....am very happy for you! It's making me rethink my own journey. Thanks for the shot of adventurous spirit! Carry on!
The van is an eye candy. I have seen many van home videos, but yours interior design is best among them. The light coloured interior reflects the lights, and I personally loved this colour combo. The designing seems like one in a high end luxury van. 👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you! It was a lot of fun to design, and the builders did incredible work. It's small, but cozy 🚐Compared to my Xterra, it's a mansion haha
natsu dragneel Oh shit it’s Natsu
natsu dr
I have got to say, that’s the best van build I’ve seen.
Thanks Martin :)
@@ChristianSchaffer Foooor real I love it a lot. Not to mention your IG is legit heavenly 💖💖
A very soothing palette of natural colours that you match with your clothing and bedding.
Very calming.
That was one heck of a tour. Thank you so very much. Cozy but not cramped and nice and simple but with class. I love the idea of van life and am so tempted but I'm older and might have missed my chance.
Thank you.
Wow, a van that actually looks clean and organized. Love this!
Thanks for the love 🚐✌🏼
Christian Schaffer a messy van won’t sell near as well. I wouldn’t be surprised if the van and conversion were subsidized and good for her if that’s the case.
Jimin's Left Eyebrow Because it is a film set. None of this is real. Fun but not real .
This girl is living her life to the fullest. I’m inspired!
There can be challenging days, but the freedom is just too good to pass up ;)
@@diegooland1261 what are you talking about. You are so concern about gas what about the companies who releasing tons and tons harmful gases.
@@diegooland1261 she has Solar Panels... That has to account for something... Maybe in future there could be ecofriendly Vans too. Some of us living in actual homes night be burning more fuel than she does in car and air travel!!
More than amazing!! Glad to find you on RUclips ! Drone shots are incredible! Thanks !
Your an inspiration. I will be doing this lifestyle in about 2-3 yrs. keep the information and videos coming. Thank you.
So clean and tidy - I'm under impression how well organised is your van. Good luck!
Home Garden Complete Care Home Garden Complete Care Thank you 🙏🏻
@@ChristianSchaffer mucho impressed
u r literally living my dream life. I can only hope to achieve this someday
Same i just worry about security and loneliness
It's totally doable. That's my goal with this channel..to show people that it can be done 🙌🏼
That was so fascinating! You'd answered questions I didn't even know I was wondering about! Thank you!
Ok this so my style.. thank you im a step closer to making the leap! Glad i found your channel 💚
“Never waste any wine!” Lol. Love it!
Totally agree!
That's pretty cool. Just being able to take off and go wherever you feel like working next.
One of the best van builds I’ve ever seen and your organizational skills are exceptional.
You're an incredible photographer and living the dream. Enjoy!!
Whoever shot, lit and edited this video did a wonderful job. I’ve watched hundreds of these, yours ranks near the top for sure. Thanks for sharing.
Really kind of you to say! I'm just learning Premiere Pro so I appreciate the encouragement 🙏🏻My friend helped me out by holding the camera, it was tricky showing all the details while also talking to the camera. Will be an interesting challenge learning how to film myself for the next videos. Tripod is my new best friend haha. It's been nice to have an excuse to throw the drone up too ✌🏼
I wanted you to know that I was immediately inspired when I saw how comfortable you are alone and in your element. Best watch yet. 👏👏
Thanks Liz 🙏🏻
Christian, you have absolutely inspired me! You have the most beautifully designed van I have ever seen. The Zen mind ist exactly mine as well. I have been watching your videos the past days and can't get enough of them. Your photos are awesome! Thanks so much for this and keep going:-)
The best van conversion I've seen yet. Looking for inspiration and ideas as I am considering the vagabond life, van style. Thank you.
I could see myself copying much of this design for my build. I love the colors. The way everything tucks away so well. The overall feel of this interior is right up my alley. Very cool van. I can’t wait to see more from this channel.
Jonathon Drogulus Růžička Cheers 😊🙌🏻
OMG that is one of the best looking van builds I have seen in a long time!!
BitminerBob Thank you! Brett and Yulia (gonewiththevan) did such an amazing job 🙏🏻
Love your van! The colors you picked make it feel so light and like an AirBnb. What a great escape from the world.. to escape into the world!
This is where the van life all began. I'll be going through your videos to watch you grow and your journey. I've recently subscribed and excited to watch.
so refreshing so minimalist i like that!! hats off to ur adventure!!:)
Thank you Den 🙌🏼
I find it even more fulfilling when there is a bathroom/toilet
You had me at the sunset scene at intro. Wish I had such good view from my home/office. Wow. Then the design of your van, especially how the colors coordinate. wow.
So wholesome fantastic videos...you popped up on my recommended I only usually get terrible recommendations but your channel is just so refreshing..keep up the great work
It’s all fun and games until you want to take a shower.
CHOCLODITE LENSMAN get a gym membership for $10 a month and you can take showers whenever you’d like
@@zacharykaigray but have to be around gym
@@zacharykaigray Yeah no I prefer taking a shower whenever I want how long I want from the comfort of my home.
...or poop. Yikes.
CHOCLODITE LENSMAN right
Definitely one of the nicest builds I have seen!
Thank you Chris 🙏🏻
What an amazing person. I honestly never watch a video all the way through but it was like watching a friend of mine lol. She has so much life and honestly it made my day!
So much respect for people like you who have the guts to live on the road. I can imagine how lonely it may get at times and scary. But I’m sure you get used to it. New subscriber
Hi, this is always something I wanted to do and the fact that you look genuinely happy makes my day! Hope to see you on the road one day. Cheers.
Thanks for the kind words :) There can be challenging days for sure, but the freedom is hard to beat. I can't recommend it enough. Especially if you're able to work remotely ✌🏼
@Ali Raza and I like that she seems legit. Naturally happy and truly enjoying life.
@@ChristianSchaffer dont you get lonely? what do you do when you get bored of being in solitude? (btw i really love your positive vibes)
She's absolutely gorgeous. I'd love to bump into her at a camp site, tune the guitar, teach her to play that Ben Howard song, and just take things slowly from there #blessed
@Ali Raza 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Into the Wild, Desert Solitaire, and The Snow Leopard are basically my three favorite books! Your bookshelf game is strong, Christian! :)
Hell yeah same here. Also the Alchemist, Big Sur and Walden 🤙🏼
You're a unique person with a tough past life and u never gave up..I should say YOU are an example for many things..I read most of your blogs and posts..the main thing I loved is..YOU NEVER FELT LOW OR SHY when you're explaining things which others may feel low to express..WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS AND INSHALLAH you will reach GREAT HEIGHTS that you always DREAMED TO
I love your van! It is absolutely Beautiful!! You are so organized with the Target bins. I live in a 31 foot Class C RV. I need to organize the inside like you do. It is stuff and close really fast as we speak. So thank you for your video!
Who wouldn't love to have a different scenery everyday... I find it also hard to leave the open road.
Oh man, your organization and the cloth compartments made me feel so happy and stressless haha! It's beautiful!
Exploring the world with your van, Wow !! the special one.
Awesome! This came together so well.
Andrew Studer Thanks Andrew, you’ll have to see it in person one of these days
don't come knocking if you see the van is rocking.
Thank you. We don't like being disturbed when we're making beautiful, hot love. 😉
Grosss....
Your Van Is So Neat! I understand everyone's lifestyle is different and I understand this is a tour so effort goes into presentation, but your cabinets and drawers were well organized and not excessive either. Clear countertops offer simplicity.
I've been watching tons of videos to try to get ideas for my build and that shoe drawer that opens to the outside is so clutch! I think that's going to go into my build. Also, spotted "Into the Wild" on the bookshelf. Possibly the greatest book/movie/soundtrack trifecta ever.
You have a lovely personality and your Van is a reflection of that. Safe travels!
Alternative Dwellings Aw you are so sweet! Thank you 🙏🏻
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As a fellow photographer I hope you talk more about photography, how vanliving impacted your photography and possibly gear stuff too
Rad, yeah I'd like to include some shooting/editing sesh style videos. My only hang up is showcasing my gear as a Vanlifer - I feel like my camera insurance company would kill me 🙃
Christian Schaffer If I could add to that, I’d love to know more about your work flow in terms of communication with clients and sending large image/video files to your customers with WiFi on the road? Totally understand you not being comfortable with showcasing your gear. Love your van! It’s so pretty🤩
@@ReinventingMonika Yes! Very good topic, thanks for mentioning that 🙌🏼
🚐 I am a new subscriber. I full time in a truck camper. Your van is one of the best builds I have ever seen. And you have everything situated so well. Wishing you safe travels always.
Looking at the hue makes me feel more relaxed than my own home.
I love her videos, with her eye as a photographer you know every angle she uses is for visual appeal. That's a real talent. I agree, I destress with her Zen colors.
I know I’m getting old when I watch this and the first thing that comes to my mind is her safety!
At some point I was like: wheres the gun at?
To be fair this is a concern for most van lifers, at least one of many concerns
@@tristanharel3454 WOW i was thinking the same thing when she was finished taking us the lovely tour a I said were your shotgun girl !
j. g. She’s an actress that doesn’t actually live in a van. Van life videos are corporate sponsored. They’re as real as the WWE. Don’t worry she’s safe.
wdghk where are your facts?
You’re living my dream legit my dream is to be a traveling photographer and live in a van to see the world
Cheers 😊🚐✌🏼
Awesome design. Basically checks out all my boxes 🤩🙏🙏🙏
I have a new favorite van design...yours! So smartly designed and beautiful decor and color scheme. Beautiful!
She is blessed to be in a Woman safe country
Which country?
@@abhishekkrishna3902 Pakistan
@@Lightyagami-tx2xb 😂😂😂😂😂pakistan😂😂😂😂😂
taher taher yes it’s tough. Maybe move out of Pakistan?
@French Frys I guess Saudi Arabia because it doesn't matter if u r a Muslim or not women are given alot of respect
This is spectacular! I could see myself living there. Wow!
Thanks for the love 🚐✌🏼
A wow wow. So beautiful and so very neatly kept camper van. I now love it ayayayayahhhh. God speed
Very well done tour. Excellent layout and clean colors. Thank you!
Hey Christian, glad to see you on youtube and thanks for showing us around in your van! What I would like to know is your opinion on general safety while living and sleeping in a van and how you can make sure you're always finding a good spot to park it overnight!
Looking forward to your next episode :) Cheers
Patrick Diel Thanks Patrick! Yeah that’s definitely a good topic, will add it to the list :)
I love it! I’m setting up my 4Runner now to take off to live anywhere!
Wonderful video! I want to live your life 'exactly'. And that Van 'Set-Up', is wonderful. Thanks for sharing! You gave me a lot of great ideas. You have a new Subscriber.
thanks for the sub ☺️🙏🏻
This is PHENOMENAL.. Truly stunning. Girl I would live in it for the rest of my days.. Just ROLLIN down the road. Traveling North America!! Safe travels and Happy Trails! ✨🙏👍🛣️💯
This lady is perfectly organized. Really good.
Thanks Andi. I wouldn't mind organizing homes for a living...or vans haha. It's strangely therapeutic. Like putting together a jigsaw puzzle 🤓
Wow this is by far the nicest van I've ever seen. Great job on the design!😲
Sebastien L. Thank you! So stoked on how it turned out 🙌🏻
I keep coming back to this van, excellent buildout! ❤
I’m new to your channel, and I have to say your van is absolutely the best one I’ve seen. The layout is perfect, and your choice of colors is so relaxing. If I were to have a van I would definitely love your layout. I’m so glad I found you. Safe travels, Debbie from Alabama.
High rents are going To force me into this lifestyle. Already I know that I will be happy - great 👍 van love ❤️ it.
It's nice to have this option. I had a Class C for 25 years and mostly was just for a few weeks a year vacations. Now I'm retiring and thinking of doing the high top van for easy maneuvering and stealth camping. I may have waited too long, getting older it's a lot of work hauling water and going to gyms to shower often.
Interesting - loved the drone shots
Thanks Anil 🙌🏼
Thanks for sharing this van tour. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Very nice setup...you are a really neat and tidy person..thank-you for sharing.