Woodland Photography - Seeing Through Chaos
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- My first time discovering and exploring fantastic mossy oakwoods in Wales. Chaos and complexity comes with the territory in woodland photography but in this episode I begin to talk about seeing flow and order in the chaos. Making sense of woodland scenes takes a lot of practice and an intimate knowledge of the location is a huge help. This was my first time in this particular woodland so it was fun to make a start and I'm excited to see what this place holds for future trips.
Oh, my dog isn't broken, she just loves being there even more then me :-P
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Yes yes yes. Explore the unknown and not the honey pots. Love it.
Your work here on UA-cam deserves more recognition, Simon. Wonderful content and production quality, I relish every new upload from you.
That's very kind of you, thank you! Unfortunately, I get the impression that divisive and 'clickbait' videos are rewarded. So long as my viewers keep on enjoying and I get enough support to continue :-)
DrThomasSims i definitely agree! Great video content and great images!
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I somehow forgot my password. I would appreciate any assistance you can give me
@Shawn Trace Instablaster ;)
@Caleb Odin i really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and im in the hacking process atm.
Seems to take a while so I will reply here later with my results.
Looks like Meg enjoyed Wales almost as much as you :-). What a magical place.
She certainly did :-)
Meg Baxter - The original and best tog vlog dog, but who's the guy waffling about trees? ;-)
She totally doesn't miss the chance to show us how much of a clown she can be sometimes. :)
Simon Baxter Meg is absolutely lovely. She’s a star ⭐️. So are you for making these awesome videos that inspire to get out in nature - with or without a dog. 👍⭐️⭐️⭐️
@@AnVoPhotography That's very kind, thank you :)
Always a joy being in the woods, despite the midges. Meg is truly a lover of life! Lovely images, especially liked the first two.
Many thanks, as always, James :)
I was eating breakfast and had a thought about the midges. Every video from across the pond is infested with them. We have gnats and greenheads down near our marshes and the best thing to use is Skin so Soft. I suggest giving it a try. If it doesn't work at least you will be the best smelling photographer in the woods.
Haha, I've tried Skin So Soft in the past but I prefer Smidge. Considering how many midges were around me, the Smidge definitely took the edge off :)
Hi Simon- This is such an excellent photo-training piece! In dense woodlands such as we have in North Carolina, USA it is so difficult to see through it all but you have provided guidance I can put to use immediately... thank you for all you do!
The videos just get better year-after-year. And there is no such thing as tooo much Meg. Love it.
Also gives me a bit of guilt as I lounge here watching videos, while my pupper is awaiting adventure.
Very good video .You are absolutely right when you say we should focus on areas of more complexity and chaos .I live in a country :Liguria (Italy) where chaos is at maximum level and find a way to organize our chaos is a great challenge ( often I am jealous of what You call chaos!!!). Thank you again (PS: Meg is fantastic!)
Many thanks, Enrico! I'll follow up at some point with something more chaotic :)
OOOOPS. How about that. I feel bloody stupid right now but I’m pleased that my head is focused on a photo possibility. Jeeeezz. You took the shot. I feel better.
Always excited to see a new video from Meg and her sidekick Simon. Keep them coming!
I struggle massively with woodland photography. It amazes me how you see shots in amongst the chaos. Love Meg, she great but she does steal the show!!
Many thanks, Steven. Oh yes, she always has and always will :-P
Good morning Simon and Meg! Beautiful present for sunday morning. Thanks a lot!
Glad you enjoyed it :)
once again stunning work video n thoughs !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Right! I'm out again for a wander after this ;-) Great video, thanks
I loved hiking up in the National Forest on & off the trails to capture that unique shot. Thank you for the upload.. Your dog is quite a character ""LOL""!
Meg stole the show. And then she stole my heart!
If there was an award for 'Talks Least - Says Most", you would win hands down.
I'm so glad you said it that way round ;-) Many thanks!
beautiful shots. Thank you for posting camera settings for each photo!
What a place you have found there! Great advice on entry points and crops.
And your "Meg Music" over her crazy moves just makes my day. Thanks
Glad you enjoyed, Mike! Hope you're well :)
Mike Gosheron the music went really well with the meg scenes lol
Great music to go with Meg's enjoyment of the woodland. And great advice about looking for the flow in scenes that are a bit chaotic.
"Embrace the Chaos" is an important mantra that we use here on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington State (USA). Forest chaos here rules the day. We do not see chaos as imperfection; "perfection" is a human construct that does not fit the natural forest. Indeed, "chaos" is an important ecological characteristic of forest that should be embraced and not disparaged. Continue to embrace it and you will see many benefits. Very enjoyable to see a photographer who is not put off by what is a natural forest feature!
Beautiful summer morning in Maine, a hot cup of coffee and a Simon Baxter video, great way to start a day. I like the way you explain your vision of creating a composition, what could improve it or detracts from it, helps me to slow down and think in my own shooting. Can not emphasis enough how much I enjoyed watching Meg rolling in the moss included in the video. One of the simple joys in life is seeing children and animals playing and just having fun!
Many thanks for your kind feedback, Robert. Much appreciated :)
You should try large format camera. With tilt & shift effects it's gonna be gorgeous to isolate one tree, one branch in the scenery. Good job !
Great vlog mate👍🏻 lovely shots
Many thanks, Ninja!
That first shot was well worth the midges attacking , incredible . Man that dog is happy .
Much appreciated, Mark. Thanks!
Beautiful video - a real pleasure to watch. Lovely woodland photographs. And Meg doing 'The Worm' at the end is brilliant. 👍
Many thanks, as always, Andy :)
I am mesmerised by the amount of detail in those images - I could look at that woodland shot at 7:40 for hours and still find something new!
Thank you, Errol!
Lovely episode, I think woodlands are insanely hard when looking for perfect and having a scene just so and having it spelled out that chaos has beauty of it's own. And Meg, she is such a ham, she was having so much fun.
Many thanks, Andrew. Pleased you enjoyed it :)
Quality Simon, quality. Loved the first photo. The best landscape show on the tube and it's definitely a double act.
That's more appreciated, Malcolm. Cheers!
Super enjoyable as always! I'm amazed that you were able to maintain your composure early in the video with all the midges! Loved the scene with Meg being Meg. That was also really cool to revisit that scene with those two awesome trees. There is something very special about returning to locations like that and to check in on them to see how they have changed. I look forward to the next installment.
Haha, thankfully the repellent was enough to stop them from attacking me, but they certainly tried :-). Cheers!
Another wonderful video Simon. Meg was up to her usual shenanigans. The forest is beautiful.
The quality of your vlogs is insane!; you really have to collaborate more - you just deserve way more subscribers!
That's much appreciated, Tam :)
I Like his solitary, more silent approach to landscape photography. The other gang of photographers is often too loud and hectic for me. It's more like a raid to the landscape.
I find Simon is more part of the scenery.
@@SD_Alias He could colab with someone like Morten Hilmer. :)
@@starsearchreject I like Mortens videos very much. Both seems to be more quite and introverted people than others.
But landscape and wildlife photography is often a thing for the one that likes to be alone for a while. If he likes to collaborate with someone else?
Only he knows...😉
@@SD_Alias I prefer to be alone when I'm "working", so yes. I get that. But if he wanted to colab with someone, I think Morten would be a nice fit.
Great content Simon, loved every minute of it. Excellent music choice for Meg's shuffle!
Thank you very much, Henk :-)
The relaxed exploration of the woodlands, the visualization of the concept, the careful execution, and wonderful presentation. Made my day better :-)
Very well done Simon!
Much appreciated, Randy. Thanks
That was great. It reminded me of the Ty Canol ancient woodland in Pembrokeshire, a place that makes woodland photography, if not exactly easy, incredibly rewarding.
Many thanks! Sounds like a great spot ;)
Simon Baxter ;)
One happy and lucky dog
Love it !!
RS I came for the cute dog scenes!
Thanks Simon. I live in a heavily forested area (Adam Gibbs territory). I wander for hours in the local forests trying to find compositions. It's so hard! This video really captures the essence of the joy of exploration. It's fantastic if you come away with an exceptional capture, but equally fantastic to just to be there in the first place. Your love of woodland is inspiring. Thanks Simon.
I enjoy how you convey your emotional connection to the land to your images. I have learned from you today. Thanks so much for sharing.
Many thanks, Gord. I'm pleased you enjoyed it!
The forest looks wonderful indeed. Nice shots as always. But Meg steals the show - again, as always.
She always will :-P Many thanks!
Sunday morning treat :) Thanks Simon, great video as always.
D W I enjoyed a cup of coffee with this
You said you barely scratched the surface of the location. The same could not be said of Meg!! Great video. Thanks.
Roger Gough haha well said!
Simon, I don’t know how you do it. As you know, woodland photography as a sub-genre of landscape photography is one of the most difficult genres of all photography genres to consistently get good results and somehow you manage to do it nearly every time you go out. There are many great landscape photographers and many of them get a nice woodland shot from time to time but you are so consistent in what you do. Keep it up man!
Awesome video again, all the prase and indeed very much agree with the positive comments mentioned beneath. And, the dog Megan, what a awesome creature! Cheers!
Thank you very much, Marc!
Really fun video! I’m off next week for a couple days in the Washington rain forest. I’ll try to heed your “embrace the chaos” advice. Overall, my goal in life is to be as happy some of the time as Meg is ALL the time! The work you put into these videos is much appreciated - thx for doing them. 🥂
Many thanks, Bill. Yes, we have a lot to learn from dogs :-). I'd LOVE to visit the rainforests of Washington! Enjoy
Excellent Simon. Always impressed with the quality of your videos.
Much appreciated, Jamie! Thank you.
Thanks for the video. Really appreciate your thoughts about exploring scenes from different angles. I always need to remind myself to look behind me. Love the Meg antics.
Larry Lindell Head on a swivel!
I am new to your videos but as a keen woodland photographer found this extremely interesting. I believe through your video i have realised i am to quick to press the shutter. You took so much time to compose your subject with great results. A lesson learned.
Many thanks, Emile! Welcome to my channel :)
Nice vlog. So much like the woodland in my area .. I love walking of the beaten track and finding that places that are just macial... Total peace... Thanks for sharing
Many thanks, James!
Meg definitely enjoyed the trip 👌
Finding order from chaos in the woodlands is always a challenge. Browns, greens and small bitey things in the air. You're an inspiration as to how to do that just right. Also, Meg is too cute (and very well-behaved while you're photographing, it would appear).
Very enjoyable and informative video. And .. you gotta love that dog! Must be a unique one.
That was great, a first time tuning into your video's and I liked your work, awesome stuff, plus your bonus ,, what a dog , what a dance performance !....thanks man!
Thanks for tuning in, Kevin. Hope you stick around :) Meg is a star!
Bravo Simon for adding meg to your treelog, I like the idea of embracing the chaos, thanks
Oh my goodness, I was itching from seeing your midges but loved learning how you found a meaningful composition amid the chaos.
Great video Meg, oops I meant Simon LOL!!. I love how you bring order to chaos, something I am still trying to tackle and not very well I might add. Awesome images, and as usual Meg steals the limelight!! Thanks for sharing!!
:-P Many thanks, Tim :-)
I am totally smitten.
I've watched two of your videos today, and got some useful tips on composition, but I've completely fallen in love with that bonkers dog of yours!
I learn something beneficial Everytime I watch these videos
Absolutely beautiful, i enjoy every one of your videos, thank you for all the photography info supplied, the location choose here is mind blowing, more please.
Thank you very much, John :-)
“Embrace the chaos” ..... reminds me of some of the great photos from Craig Potton. I really liked the first image, square crop worked well.
Grant Newton I loved that square crop!
Thank you 😊
So enjoy listening to your thought process :)
inspired once again. your thought process..... priceless. (love that Meg!!)
d freitas as per usual!
Hi Simon, that very first image is certainly one of my all time favorites! Can't wait to explore the Highland woodlands with you in your upcoming October workshop. Seeing the Master of Woodland Photography at work is always a very humbling experience for me!
Hey Holger! Thank you very much! I'm really looking forward to welcoming you again - let's hope for some great conditions! I'm just in the process of arranging next year's trips :)
Hello Holger! Glad to know you're going back for another workshop with Simon. I have fond memories -- and a few wonderful images -- from our October workshop of last year. I was very impressed with the images you captured. I'd love to see your new workshop images. If you can, please send me a link to view them. Wishing you good shooting. Simon, thanks for the wonderful video. As others have said, it's so educational to hear your commentary and to learn your thought process. Give Meg a pat for me.
@@irabrucelevine Hi Bruce, yes the memories are still quite fresh. I will let you know, as soon as my new images are ready!
@@SimonBaxterPhotography Whatever the conditions will be, it is going to be a great learning experience. I certainly had a great time last year!
excellent as always Simon and a real pleasure to watch
I really like the backing out video thru the trees, it spices up the video to the normal. You and Adam Gibbs should collaborate sometime. He's a woodland guy also. You could make some killer videos. 😀
Thanks! I'm sure that will happen at some point.
Beautiful images Simon! looks like a wonderful area! Currently binge watching your videos as my woodland needs improvement! Great stuff!
Thank you, James! Glad you're enjoying them :)
I was so pleased to see another video from you (and Meg). I live near a couple of state and national parks in the US and while I love hiking through them, I sometimes am overwhelmed with, as you described, chaos. Thank you for your insight in working a busy location.
your composition ,visuals are stunning ❤️ the drone shots and meg👌good production dear friend
Thank you very much :-)
That dog is a star as always-fantastic pictures and passionate talk about your shots, thank-you
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it :)
Another fantastic episode Simon - well done. I loved the opening drone sequence - incredibly difficult to fly so smoothly and so close to the various tree trunks / branches. Thank you for sharing your understanding of how to create images amongst the chaos. Your explanations of 'flow' are really insightful.
I really enjoyed meeting you yesterday - thanks for so much knowledge and experience that you shared.
Many thanks, Paul! Glad you enjoyed it and it was great to meet you yesterday :)
Being fairly new to your channel I like your enthusiasm and your explanations. It is opening up a new side of photography which I have not done much of.keep up the good work. Love that dog 😀
Many thanks! Great to have you on board :)
A beautiful video Simon, such interesting content, Megs so funny at the end, the moss must have felt so cool for her. Pleased the midges didn’t completely eat you to death.
Thank you very much, Fiona! Glad you enjoyed it :-)
Great video Simon, thanks for sharing your thoughts on chaos! I do struggle to compose a photo in busy woodland environments, you always inspire me to keep persevering! Thanks 👍
This is simply beautiful. I wish I had time on the trail this summer to stop and get to know and photograph some of the amazing places I'm passing through like you do!
I really enjoy your work. Thanks for everything you do.
cant help but thinking how awesome this would look in infrared
Really appreciate the discussion of flow and chaos, very helpful to think about for the woodlands in my area.
Congratulations on this very impressive and entertaining video.
Excellent vlog The second I seen the waterfall In the start I Just knew you where going enjoy that area I Did Suggested to you a couple years ago to visit That forest glad you enjoyed wales
Many thanks, Paul :)
Always great to see you out and about and a little closer to me
Nice video Simon the "chaotic" scene looked to me like "shelob" the spider from Lord of the rings really enjoyed seeing meg too she looks a real character
Haha, your the second person to make that comparison :)
Great video and photos and having your lovely dog showing us how to have fun is such fun. If only we could roll around the grass that way and not be taken in to have our brains checked hehe
Haha! Many thanks :)
Excellent video, as always. The chaos is what I have the most trouble with in woodlands, but feel I'm getting better. ;-) But then Meg. lol!
Many thanks, Tony! You improved in just 6 days in Scotland :)
@@SimonBaxterPhotography Thanks Simon! I had a great instructor there! ;-)
Just subscribed to your channel, love it! Lot of great woodland photography ❤️ Love your dog too! 😊😍
Great vlog Simon, Quality production and content . Would love to see your take on The New Forest if your ever down south..it is a fantastic location ,but like all woodland so difficult to get a shot to be happy with..your woodland vlogs make me keep trying though so a big thanks..
Many thanks, Martin! Glad you enjoyed it. Hopefully I'll see the New Forest some day :)
Great video. Always enjoy them and looking forward to the next. Inapiring 😀
Nice one, Simon! I love your dog, he cracks me up! lol
Always great to hear more of your thoughts on composing woodland photographs. I need to get back to the UK, we just don't have woodlands like that in Ohio...
Thanks, Rich! Get it booked in ;-). I'd actually love to get over to your west coast :)
@@SimonBaxterPhotography Was waiting for you to announce the new dates.....see you in February :)
@@richrings900 You're very quick off the mark, Rich :) Many thanks for booking! I'm just adding the last workshop now and then I'll be announcing them tomorrow. Thanks again!
Thanks Simon , what a Sunday morning new Ben Horne , Adam Gibbs and then to top the lot Meg Baxter
andrew herbert such a great combo!
Great video , want to see more of these , like you did when you started your channel
Thank you! I've never changed though, they all have the same vibe and theme :)
I like how you refer to "we." I don't know whether you're referring to your audience, or your dog. She is a hoot!
Sometimes it's referring to Meg but in this case I had a friend with me. Thank you!
Superb shots and philosophy as usual Simon; could you be more specific about the location?. I'm sure Dave Griff won't mind that there's more to Wales than Snowdonia, special though it is. More please.
I'm sat in my office at home (also in Wales, by the way!) and that segment with the midges from about 5mins in had me scratching my face! They are a nuisance...
Ha! I'm glad I had some repellent on, otherwise it would have been a lot worse!
As usual wonderful video, wonderful thoughts, wonderful pictures!
I wonder, though, who's the 'crazy dog' you mentioned? 😂
I too love woodlands, particularly during/after rainfall. It's a amazing experience, with the sights, sounds and smells. Subscribed because of that fluff called Meg. I (and I think many others) will be disappointed if she is not included in all your videos.
Really do enjoy your work. Wish mine was 10% as good.
Meg certainly enjoyed her time in Wales 😃😂
As I’m sure you know, that Meg steals the show once again. I have to admit that on many of your pieces to camera, that I have to replay them because Meg is in the background “ stealing the show “
Thoroughly enjoyable video with some great images.
I might try to apply same philosophy to photographing our Australian bush, which I struggle to get excited about.
Kathleen Hart awesome! Where can i see your work?
Gum trees dominate the Australian woodland, unfortunately they look great and moody when dry and dead with no foliage but when alive, they create visual chaos and mess with the foliage. Places with tall eucalypts look nice and impressive but very hard to get through, it's nothing like UK forests like the one in this video. You need a machete to get deeper than 50-100 metres into the bush...
@@molopez619 I dont post many photos on social media. But do edit videos, see my UA-cam channel for my current historical project on Tasmania.