I love that you found the most important thing that most photographers never will. The quest of shooting a marriage of your heart and what you want to see in your camera. Everyday is a new feeling and a moment to tell a new story with your camera. Love it
Your photo treatment has always been subdued to retain the true atmosphere of the scenery and this is one of the reasons I truly enjoy your channel. One of the other reason is how much Meg is enjoying each one of your hikes.
Hi Simon, I’m a bit late to the party and only watching these videos now but I just wanted to say that you along with Thomas Heaton and Sean Tucker are the ones who inspire me the most, because I look at your images and they are just perfect and exactly the kind of thing I love in photography. You always manage to touch my heart somehow, well done mate and keep up the great work 👍
I'm new to photography and still trying to find my path. I've often felt uninspired by my local area as it's a desert. Lately I've found myself shooting the landscape almost like a portrait, with a bush or tree isolated against the background. This has truly reflected my mood looking back on it now. Understanding that and noticing that I've begun to develop my own style has been a turning point. Thank you for this video and for sharing your stories. Deeply inspirational and I look forward to more.
Excellent - I think that if photography is a passion it is as therapeutic as any medicine. There is nothing quite like being mesmerised by the world around you no matter what form of photography you enjoy. Very enjoyable video.
Thanks Simon for sharing your journey it remembered me about a turning point in my life 6 years ago. Whenever I need to make important decisions I used to wander into nature opening my senses, smelling, hearing, observing my surroundings. It was on one of this hikes, where I was at a crossroads in my life, after spending several hours in the woods that I came to open place in the woods where they had cut down all the pines. My first feeling was sorrow about the loss of the trees when I noticed that they left one birch tree catching the light which must have been hidden by the pines before. When I allowed the scene to sink in the sorrow transformed in something beautiful with the realization that in order to allow this small birch to grow and bloom it was needed to bring it into the light by cutting down the pines. I felt that it was also the affirmation that I needed to make the right decision by letting go of my fears and old convictions in order to allow myself to grow and bloom. I now believe that it also planted the seed for my fascination with trees. Two years ago I started photographing during my hikes and find myself in the process from mastering the techniques into developing my connection with nature and capturing it into an image that will speak to me as it did that day and hopefully by sharing it also will speak to others.
Loved the video. My turning point in photography was after my divorce, I had started hiking more and just taking photos along the way. After a while, I found myself more into the photography than the hikes. I am still improving my photography daily. It's something that for me is therapeutic and yet when I get too busy with work and such I crave it more.
Simon, your work is so inspiring on many levels. I just love the feeling of your moody woodland images. There is a melancholy element to them, but that is often the feeling you get while exploring isolated woodlands. There is a sense of isolation, vulnerability, fascination by the complexity of the woodland and it's beauty mixed with the fear of the unknown. And then you find a subject that owns you, you get so transfixed by it that all the other emotions get pushed aside while work to bring forth the image. Thank you for allowing us to tag along.
My turning point was retirement and a comment made by another photographer. He thought that my images weren't up to much, that's true … they weren't. I was determined to take a "slow" path to improving the technical side of my photography and enjoy both the ups and downs that would come my way. I love taking photographs, exploring the creative side of my personality. There are millions of photographers who are better than I am, have access to amazing locations. I don't care. My journey, my images, my learning. Love it. Your woodland work is inspirational. Thanks Simon.
Sitting in the car having a coffee after a very cold and snowy day photographing Loch Ard. I really enjoyed the video and can completely relate to your images, the mood created by the light and mist is what I have been trying to capture for a while. First class, thank you.
First Simon thank you for a great video. I am incredibly impressed with the way you delivered the entire thing in one take. You speak with total passion and I find you incredibly inspiring. I have lived in the New Forest for 25 years and really struggled to get a passion for my photography in the Forest. My love is coastal and underwater photography..until now! Watching and listening to you has suddenly changed something in me, and I feel totally motivated to make the most of my privileged position of living in the heart of the National Park. If you ever fancy a shoot in the New Forest please shout. Thank you again
Videos like this keep me watching your channel and others like it - discussing images and what lies behind them. (and not a bit of gear discussion anywhere, hurray!)
Okay, first I have to say … how bloody cute is Meg! The way she looks at you at the beginning of this video is just priceless! She is a lovely soul. I thoroughly enjoyed this blog, SImon. Your photos are just stunning, and it was interesting (and instructional) to learn the stories and thinking behind some of your compositions. Looking forward to your next video. Wishing all of you a wonderful week!
I love your work Simon. A key turning point for me in my landscape photography was walking down an old muddy track early one morning on my way to an old ruin of a manor house in Ireland. It was misty but the sun had risen and I thought the best light had passed. Half way down the track the fog thickened and the low winter sun went behind the ridge behind me. I turned around and was stunned by the sudden beams of light piercing the mist and creating all sorts of interesting shadows and contrasts. It took me right back to the early mornings of my childhood working on a farm near Pendle Hill in Lancashire, when I would walk up muddy tracks amidst such natural glory on my way to collect the cows for milking. Only now I had the skills and equipment to capture the moment. Probably one of the finest mornings in my photographic journey to date.
First congrats on the engagement!!! What a wonderful backdrop, I'm sure the two of you will never forget that moment and that place. Your woodland images are so sublime, you are truly a master at one of the most difficult genre's of landscape photography. Enjoyed seeing all of these and hearing the stories behind them!
Fabulous video Simon, I get what you mean, I have come to the realisation that certain areas are much more inspirational to me than others and that I must make more time to get to those places , cheers Del
Thank you, Simon. having spent the last 2 weekends deep in the forests here by my place, and only walking away with a handful of mediocre shots, but identifying some great potential but still feeling really despondent, I feel more inspired now. It really is a case of pushing on, getting up early, walking, and learning, and coming back to get the right shot... I will be back on the trails this weekend!
Hi Simon, been following you for a while and was moved to comment on this video. The ability you have to articulate the feelings and artistic process behind your images is a rare skill, and perfectly compliments your work. You have inspired me to consider my own photography turning points, something I haven’t really thought about up to now. I think we all have images we personally like, or even ones that have done well in competitions or whatever, but to reflect on the ones that have shaped our own personal photography journey seems like something well worth doing.
This is the first of your videos that I've seen. As a person with ADD, there aren't many videos over 2 minutes that keep my attention. This one certainly did and it was because I related to it on numerous levels. I am a farrier by trade and photography is my hobby. It's also my escape. I do my best work when I'm alone and isolated from people, business, noise, etc. Thanks for creating this video. I'm glad to know that there are like minds out there. You have a gift.
Very encouraging words, Simon! I must confess I struggle with getting myself "out there" despite the fact that when I finally do I absolutely love it. What a dichotomy of willingness and will, but your video renews the interest and that's a very good thing. So thank you... and of course, your images are beautiful indeed.
Photography has become my release from the pressure of my job and the opportunity to be own my own for a bit when you deal with people every single day. It also has made me realise the beauty that surrounds us when you stop to look and thats what I equally enjoy and more often the experience of being out there is what I come home with rather than an image, but Ive learned to accept that and just be glad of the opportunity to get out there. Was nice to hear more about your journey Simon and been a pleasure to watch your vlogs and see your wonderful images
You are hands down my favourite woodland photographer I love the melancholy side of nature it seems so bleak but so beautiful at the same time. My turning point was an image from 14 years ago a sunrise shot from a local headland looking over the rocks into a cumulonimbus cloud with light rays bursting through, I was so happy I had it turned into a large canvas and gave it to my wife as a gift it still hangs in our home, technically its terrible blown highlights black shadows but I’ll never replace the feeling it gave me, when I saw it on canvas I thought wow how beautiful is nature and quite proud.
You are very gifted in articulating the meaning in not only how you view the philosophical side of your photography but also in how and why you craft your images the way you do. The images here are, if I may, “exemplary!” Wonderful video Simon! ✊
It's always inspiring to hear you talk about your images and how photography is so important to you and so intertwined with your life. Great way to propose: I proposed while we were out walking as well, I had to clear up some dog mess and thought while I'm down here I may as well propose.
Great video Simon. Loved the whole contents of it and those stunning photos you showed. I Hope you soon are back in the Woodland again, with your Camera and Meg.
Lovely Images and what a stunning area to be shooting in, an ideal place to propose Marraige to the one you love........... the start of video with Meg and you at the desk were Magic..............Keep up the great work = Respect
So many congratulations to you two and Meg! Thanks for sharing such a special moment. I love this image, all of them really. And yes I agree, if we care, the landscape dictates the photo. You were inspired but inspire so many of us. With regard to the Guardians of the Forest discussion - the group went right, you went left. You took the road less travelled then and that has made all the difference.
I completely agree ... first, decide what you want to communicate, then use rules/techniques of composition as needed to help get a clear feeling/message across. That is also so important for post-processing. Start with what you want to achieve and why ... then proceed with using your expansive toolkits (e.g. Lightroom/Photoshop).
This is the reason i started follow your channel to be honest, there is thoughts and a story/feeling behind each frame you shoot. Great work and keep it coming!
i guess im randomly asking but does anybody know a way to log back into an Instagram account..? I somehow forgot my password. I love any assistance you can offer me
@Finnley Deacon i really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and I'm trying it out atm. Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.
Cheers, Simon! I just realised that I have been a subscriber of yours from the beginning and since then, I have discovered a handful of awesome photographers from the UK that I love. But, you are my favourite and I wanted to tell you that. Every time I look at my print of Guardians of the Forest, I have to smile! You have given me a sense of the magick that is Britain even though I live in Atlanta! I love your moody compositions and look forward to discovering the next, and the next... Thank you, my friend, and also know there is another "spinal sufferer" on the other side of the pond that gets to live life through your lens. Sean
I see atmospheric images such as the ones you're talking about as magical more than somber or depressing. They're just another facet of how Nature shows herself. I feel transported by these types of images.
Simon, the word is EXEMPLARY. This is probably the6th or 7th time I have watched this video, it has all my favorites in it. Thank you as always for taking us along.
My turning point was your first or second video. I have a small forest right in front of my house, but never thought of taking photographs there. After watching your video, I went right into it, got off the path and spent the most wonderful time in the forest exploring and photographing.
Hi Simon - what a great insight into your journey. I totally get where you're coming from. As an aside - I've just come back from a few days in Glen Coe - the weather was pretty awful to be fair but it was a great recce trip for future visits - My long standing goal was to capture the iconic Buachaille Etive and waterfall shot - sadly the weather was against us but I did manage to capture a few shots that I'm quite pleased with and will be heading back at some point to do more exploration. I think you are an inspiration my friend - keep up the great work - Kev
Thank you so much for that, Simon. Your videos are getting better and better, with no end in sight, and the metaphor of a journey seems just right. Maybe when you feel it's ripe, you could give us a video about, well, your videos? But thanks, whatever you do.
I started following your channel a few months ago. Your story resonates with me. I was keen walker and loved my time in the mountains but several years ago I developed a spinal condition and arthritis. Hill walking and climbing are no longer an option. This made me angry and frustrated and I didn't want to pick up a camera. I started to make images again based around my local area and I've now begun to venture back out into the landscape. The development of CSC has helped tremendously because the cameras and lenses are lighter. I live near the coast and used to enjoy walks by the sea with my dad as a child. Now I've come to terms with my condition my images are quite serene and relaxed, whereas they used to be quite somber. I certainly lacked confidence but now I'm able to push myself more, ok legs giving way without warning putting me and others in danger means fells and mountains aren't a good idea but getting out more has helped. Your work has inspired me to venture into my local woods and try to work with complex and chaotic compositions that are well outside my comfort zone of simple images with just a few elements. I'm really enjoying your channel, not only for the images but for your honest communication. Thanks Tony
Thanks for this Simon. I always appreciate your reflections on why you craft the images that you do. I am increasingly finding more pleasure in trying to convey an emotion through an image, and your style of photography has really helped me develop along that journey.
Simon, singularly the most inspirational video I've watched on YT to date. Thank you for sharing your innermost thoughts and some engaging stories. All best.
Hi Simon,very much enjoyed your video. For me your work is inspirational, also your honesty is to be admired. Keep up the good work look forward to the next vlog.David R
Thoughtful and considered presentation which strikes a real note with me. So much more enjoyable to watch and listen than some from other photographers who seem too intent on promoting themselves. Thank you.
Not only is your story interesting, I really enjoy the images you have captured. I am drawn to images that exude a feeling or mood, and the images you shared do that for me. I'm hoping I can apply this realization to my own work.
Simon,what can I say other than INCREIBLE!!!!! I always enjoy your videos but this one just took my breath away. Each image was better and yes I did recognize several of them, BRAVO, Thanks well done!
My husband bought a camera for me about 10 years ago....I was thrilled and immediately signed up for courses to learn about my camera and the basics of photography. I felt like I was progressing in skills and I loved it. Then I got a new job...which I also love. Time was devoted more to work and far less to leisure activities....and my camera stayed in its case way too much. So here I am, almost 5 years later, feeling like I need to begin again. Thank you for your beautiful photographs...and sharing your journey.
Another great video Simon... thanks for sharing your thoughts and your journey with us... great learning for me personally by watching your videos day after day
Hi Simon, I agree with you about how hard it is to take a compliment. For the most part, even when I like an image I've taken, I tend to focus on the weak points that I could have improved. I suppose it's a good thing that I don't think every press of my shutter button yields a perfect image, but there is probably a point at which being too humble comes across as phony, too. I try to accept compliments without argument now, but I give extra weight to those given by people who understand photography.
Simon, Loved the video and your commentary, but was truly blown away by your photos! I was transported into those places, and the feeling I got was wonderfully peaceful. Thank you!
Thank you for the video, Simon. I feel I can relate to the notion of confidence when it comes to photography. The subjective nature of photography always leaves room for doubt so continuing to believe in yourself must be one of the most important things out there.
That Glen Coe shot is spectacular.
Those of us who also love the woodlands understand completely your love and fondness for a particular tree or scene. Leslie
I love that you found the most important thing that most photographers never will. The quest of shooting a marriage of your heart and what you want to see in your camera. Everyday is a new feeling and a moment to tell a new story with your camera. Love it
Inspiring Simon and confirms how powerful and personal an image can be.
I agree with you. It depends on what mood you are in as to what you shoot that day. I get inspirited by your work. so keep up the great job.
What a beautiful memory your proposal makes!
Your photo treatment has always been subdued to retain the true atmosphere of the scenery and this is one of the reasons I truly enjoy your channel.
One of the other reason is how much Meg is enjoying each one of your hikes.
You are exactly right Simon. Are photographs are what we feel or what we are going through. Keep up the great work, love your photos and channel.
Hi Simon, I’m a bit late to the party and only watching these videos now but I just wanted to say that you along with Thomas Heaton and Sean Tucker are the ones who inspire me the most, because I look at your images and they are just perfect and exactly the kind of thing I love in photography. You always manage to touch my heart somehow, well done mate and keep up the great work 👍
I'm new to photography and still trying to find my path. I've often felt uninspired by my local area as it's a desert. Lately I've found myself shooting the landscape almost like a portrait, with a bush or tree isolated against the background. This has truly reflected my mood looking back on it now. Understanding that and noticing that I've begun to develop my own style has been a turning point. Thank you for this video and for sharing your stories. Deeply inspirational and I look forward to more.
Thought provoking video on emotions and stories behind the photos.
Inspiration in a way !
Well done, Simon. Very well done.
Excellent - I think that if photography is a passion it is as therapeutic as any medicine. There is nothing quite like being mesmerised by the world around you no matter what form of photography you enjoy. Very enjoyable video.
Thanks Simon for sharing your journey it remembered me about a turning point in my life 6 years ago. Whenever I need to make important decisions I used to wander into nature opening my senses, smelling, hearing, observing my surroundings. It was on one of this hikes, where I was at a crossroads in my life, after spending several hours in the woods that I came to open place in the woods where they had cut down all the pines. My first feeling was sorrow about the loss of the trees when I noticed that they left one birch tree catching the light which must have been hidden by the pines before. When I allowed the scene to sink in the sorrow transformed in something beautiful with the realization that in order to allow this small birch to grow and bloom it was needed to bring it into the light by cutting down the pines. I felt that it was also the affirmation that I needed to make the right decision by letting go of my fears and old convictions in order to allow myself to grow and bloom. I now believe that it also planted the seed for my fascination with trees. Two years ago I started photographing during my hikes and find myself in the process from mastering the techniques into developing my connection with nature and capturing it into an image that will speak to me as it did that day and hopefully by sharing it also will speak to others.
Many thanks for sharing your story, Aad! All the very best to you!
Loved the video. My turning point in photography was after my divorce, I had started hiking more and just taking photos along the way. After a while, I found myself more into the photography than the hikes. I am still improving my photography daily. It's something that for me is therapeutic and yet when I get too busy with work and such I crave it more.
I could not agree more, photography is therapeutic. Good luck to you.
One thing I am absolutely sure about you Simon is that your photography comes from the heart. Regards from Somerset.
Simon, your work is so inspiring on many levels. I just love the feeling of your moody woodland images. There is a melancholy element to them, but that is often the feeling you get while exploring isolated woodlands. There is a sense of isolation, vulnerability, fascination by the complexity of the woodland and it's beauty mixed with the fear of the unknown. And then you find a subject that owns you, you get so transfixed by it that all the other emotions get pushed aside while work to bring forth the image. Thank you for allowing us to tag along.
That's very kind of you, Bruce! Thank you very much for watching and enjoying!
beautiful shots, Simon!
Awesome, thanks for sharing
My turning point was retirement and a comment made by another photographer. He thought that my images weren't up to much, that's true … they weren't. I was determined to take a "slow" path to improving the technical side of my photography and enjoy both the ups and downs that would come my way. I love taking photographs, exploring the creative side of my personality. There are millions of photographers who are better than I am, have access to amazing locations. I don't care. My journey, my images, my learning. Love it. Your woodland work is inspirational. Thanks Simon.
Sitting in the car having a coffee after a very cold and snowy day photographing Loch Ard. I really enjoyed the video and can completely relate to your images, the mood created by the light and mist is what I have been trying to capture for a while. First class, thank you.
Congratulations Mate.
Marvelous images.
I enjoy watching and hearing your videos, it gives something to think about and then it is some fantastic pictures you take.
Very inspiring... congrats for your great work...
Very inspiring Simon, don't ever stop :)
Stunning Simon.What a great understanding of our woodlands you have. Keep the video's coming.
Thank you for your insights. Inspirational video.
Loved this video. Thank you.
First Simon thank you for a great video. I am incredibly impressed with the way you delivered the entire thing in one take. You speak with total passion and I find you incredibly inspiring. I have lived in the New Forest for 25 years and really struggled to get a passion for my photography in the Forest. My love is coastal and underwater photography..until now! Watching and listening to you has suddenly changed something in me, and I feel totally motivated to make the most of my privileged position of living in the heart of the National Park. If you ever fancy a shoot in the New Forest please shout. Thank you again
Many thanks for your kind words and offer for a shoot in the New Forest. Much appreciated :)
Videos like this keep me watching your channel and others like it - discussing images and what lies behind them. (and not a bit of gear discussion anywhere, hurray!)
Okay, first I have to say … how bloody cute is Meg! The way she looks at you at the beginning of this video is just priceless! She is a lovely soul. I thoroughly enjoyed this blog, SImon. Your photos are just stunning, and it was interesting (and instructional) to learn the stories and thinking behind some of your compositions. Looking forward to your next video. Wishing all of you a wonderful week!
I love your work Simon. A key turning point for me in my landscape photography was walking down an old muddy track early one morning on my way to an old ruin of a manor house in Ireland. It was misty but the sun had risen and I thought the best light had passed. Half way down the track the fog thickened and the low winter sun went behind the ridge behind me. I turned around and was stunned by the sudden beams of light piercing the mist and creating all sorts of interesting shadows and contrasts. It took me right back to the early mornings of my childhood working on a farm near Pendle Hill in Lancashire, when I would walk up muddy tracks amidst such natural glory on my way to collect the cows for milking. Only now I had the skills and equipment to capture the moment. Probably one of the finest mornings in my photographic journey to date.
Nice video Simon, love your content and congratulations on your engagement, lovely pics😊
I love how you talk so much about the emotional side of photography, rather than just the technical element. Fantastic.
Beautiful shots, beautiful thoughts
Lovely video, Simon. Great hearing your thoughts on all those wonderful images...but you made me cry at the beginning!
Awww, I hope I didn't! Chuffed you enjoyed it, Martin :)
thanks Simon, inspiring. I do love your photo's and the mood they give. atb.
First congrats on the engagement!!! What a wonderful backdrop, I'm sure the two of you will never forget that moment and that place. Your woodland images are so sublime, you are truly a master at one of the most difficult genre's of landscape photography. Enjoyed seeing all of these and hearing the stories behind them!
A great video with wonderful thoughts and pictures. And, of course, a very nice story at the beginning of this video. Thanks Simon
Fabulous video Simon, I get what you mean, I have come to the realisation that certain areas are much more inspirational to me than others and that I must make more time to get to those places , cheers Del
Thank you, Simon. having spent the last 2 weekends deep in the forests here by my place, and only walking away with a handful of mediocre shots, but identifying some great potential but still feeling really despondent, I feel more inspired now. It really is a case of pushing on, getting up early, walking, and learning, and coming back to get the right shot...
I will be back on the trails this weekend!
Many thanks! Yes, it's hard work and woodland/forests is one of the most challenging genres but there's great rewards to be had :)
Thank you very inspiring! Beautiful photos!
Hi Simon, been following you for a while and was moved to comment on this video. The ability you have to articulate the feelings and artistic process behind your images is a rare skill, and perfectly compliments your work. You have inspired me to consider my own photography turning points, something I haven’t really thought about up to now. I think we all have images we personally like, or even ones that have done well in competitions or whatever, but to reflect on the ones that have shaped our own personal photography journey seems like something well worth doing.
Thank you very much for your kind comment, Philip! I'm delighted that you found some inspiration from the video :)
This is the first of your videos that I've seen. As a person with ADD, there aren't many videos over 2 minutes that keep my attention. This one certainly did and it was because I related to it on numerous levels. I am a farrier by trade and photography is my hobby. It's also my escape. I do my best work when I'm alone and isolated from people, business, noise, etc. Thanks for creating this video. I'm glad to know that there are like minds out there. You have a gift.
One of your best. Every insightful.
Not just another glencoe photo! Great photo’s Simon. Thnx
Very encouraging words, Simon! I must confess I struggle with getting myself "out there" despite the fact that when I finally do I absolutely love it. What a dichotomy of willingness and will, but your video renews the interest and that's a very good thing. So thank you... and of course, your images are beautiful indeed.
Photography has become my release from the pressure of my job and the opportunity to be own my own for a bit when you deal with people every single day. It also has made me realise the beauty that surrounds us when you stop to look and thats what I equally enjoy and more often the experience of being out there is what I come home with rather than an image, but Ive learned to accept that and just be glad of the opportunity to get out there. Was nice to hear more about your journey Simon and been a pleasure to watch your vlogs and see your wonderful images
You are hands down my favourite woodland photographer I love the melancholy side of nature it seems so bleak but so beautiful at the same time. My turning point was an image from 14 years ago a sunrise shot from a local headland looking over the rocks into a cumulonimbus cloud with light rays bursting through, I was so happy I had it turned into a large canvas and gave it to my wife as a gift it still hangs in our home, technically its terrible blown highlights black shadows but I’ll never replace the feeling it gave me, when I saw it on canvas I thought wow how beautiful is nature and quite proud.
You are very gifted in articulating the meaning in not only how you view the philosophical side of your photography but also in how and why you craft your images the way you do. The images here are, if I may, “exemplary!” Wonderful video Simon! ✊
That's very kind of you to say, Danny. Many thanks :)
It's always inspiring to hear you talk about your images and how photography is so important to you and so intertwined with your life. Great way to propose: I proposed while we were out walking as well, I had to clear up some dog mess and thought while I'm down here I may as well propose.
Insightful, inspiring and a top, top video Simon - thankyou...
Great video Simon. Loved the whole contents of it and those stunning photos you showed. I Hope you soon are back in the Woodland again, with your Camera and Meg.
Stunningly beautiful!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, I'm always looking for a story in my photos.
Gracias Simon, acabo de llegar a tu fiesta y he disfrutado mucho con tus comentarios y por supuesto por tus magníficas fotografías.
Lovely Images and what a stunning area to be shooting in, an ideal place to propose Marraige to the one you love........... the start of video with Meg and you at the desk were Magic..............Keep up the great work = Respect
So many congratulations to you two and Meg! Thanks for sharing such a special moment. I love this image, all of them really. And yes I agree, if we care, the landscape dictates the photo. You were inspired but inspire so many of us. With regard to the Guardians of the Forest discussion - the group went right, you went left. You took the road less travelled then and that has made all the difference.
Hi Linde. Your supporting comments are always much appreciated. Many thanks!
I completely agree ... first, decide what you want to communicate, then use rules/techniques of composition as needed to help get a clear feeling/message across. That is also so important for post-processing. Start with what you want to achieve and why ... then proceed with using your expansive toolkits (e.g. Lightroom/Photoshop).
This is the reason i started follow your channel to be honest, there is thoughts and a story/feeling behind each frame you shoot. Great work and keep it coming!
Great video mate. Lovely to hear these stories.
i guess im randomly asking but does anybody know a way to log back into an Instagram account..?
I somehow forgot my password. I love any assistance you can offer me
@Dean Korbin instablaster :)
@Finnley Deacon i really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and I'm trying it out atm.
Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.
@Finnley Deacon It did the trick and I now got access to my account again. I'm so happy:D
Thanks so much, you saved my account!
@Dean Korbin you are welcome xD
Incredible video. I love your work and your videos!
Cheers, Simon! I just realised that I have been a subscriber of yours from the beginning and since then, I have discovered a handful of awesome photographers from the UK that I love. But, you are my favourite and I wanted to tell you that. Every time I look at my print of Guardians of the Forest, I have to smile! You have given me a sense of the magick that is Britain even though I live in Atlanta! I love your moody compositions and look forward to discovering the next, and the next... Thank you, my friend, and also know there is another "spinal sufferer" on the other side of the pond that gets to live life through your lens.
Sean
That's very kind of you and much appreciated, Sean :-)
I see atmospheric images such as the ones you're talking about as magical more than somber or depressing. They're just another facet of how Nature shows herself. I feel transported by these types of images.
Absolutely stunning.... you have the eye.
Simon, the word is EXEMPLARY. This is probably the6th or 7th time I have watched this video, it has all my favorites in it. Thank you as always for taking us along.
My turning point was your first or second video.
I have a small forest right in front of my house, but never thought of taking photographs there. After watching your video, I went right into it, got off the path and spent the most wonderful time in the forest exploring and photographing.
I find many videos on UA-cam not worth the time to watch. I have never felt that with one single video from you Simon. Great work!
Hi Simon - what a great insight into your journey. I totally get where you're coming from. As an aside - I've just come back from a few days in Glen Coe - the weather was pretty awful to be fair but it was a great recce trip for future visits - My long standing goal was to capture the iconic Buachaille Etive and waterfall shot - sadly the weather was against us but I did manage to capture a few shots that I'm quite pleased with and will be heading back at some point to do more exploration. I think you are an inspiration my friend - keep up the great work - Kev
I watch photography videos to improve my own photography but you always deliver so much more! Love you and Meg!
Thank you so much for that, Simon. Your videos are getting better and better, with no end in sight, and the metaphor of a journey seems just right. Maybe when you feel it's ripe, you could give us a video about, well, your videos? But thanks, whatever you do.
I’ve started looking around the local patches of woodland after watching your videos, everything about your images inspire me!
I started following your channel a few months ago. Your story resonates with me. I was keen walker and loved my time in the mountains but several years ago I developed a spinal condition and arthritis. Hill walking and climbing are no longer an option. This made me angry and frustrated and I didn't want to pick up a camera. I started to make images again based around my local area and I've now begun to venture back out into the landscape. The development of CSC has helped tremendously because the cameras and lenses are lighter. I live near the coast and used to enjoy walks by the sea with my dad as a child. Now I've come to terms with my condition my images are quite serene and relaxed, whereas they used to be quite somber. I certainly lacked confidence but now I'm able to push myself more, ok legs giving way without warning putting me and others in danger means fells and mountains aren't a good idea but getting out more has helped. Your work has inspired me to venture into my local woods and try to work with complex and chaotic compositions that are well outside my comfort zone of simple images with just a few elements. I'm really enjoying your channel, not only for the images but for your honest communication. Thanks Tony
Thanks for this Simon. I always appreciate your reflections on why you craft the images that you do. I am increasingly finding more pleasure in trying to convey an emotion through an image, and your style of photography has really helped me develop along that journey.
Lovely introspection Simon. Superb images with articulate dialogue. Nicely done.
Very inspiring. Thank you so much for this video.
Good to share that kind of stories, that deeply inspired to me, thanks!
Beautiful location. Beautiful story. Beautiful moment. Beautiful image. Beautiful vlog.
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts! I find your videos really inspiring.
Great video, thanks for sharing your feelings and knowledge.
Simon, singularly the most inspirational video I've watched on YT to date. Thank you for sharing your innermost thoughts and some engaging stories. All best.
Much appreciated, Ian! Thank you :)
Hi Simon,very much enjoyed your video. For me your work is inspirational, also your honesty is to be admired. Keep up the good work look forward to the next vlog.David R
Thoughtful and considered presentation which strikes a real note with me. So much more enjoyable to watch and listen than some from other photographers who seem too intent on promoting themselves. Thank you.
Very important info there Simon. Self-exploration and a review of one's work is a truly honest path to growth both as an artist and a person.
Congratulations Simon! Keep up the good work! Very inspiring
I love the moodiness of your images but those two oak trees are just breathtaking.
Wow, that landscape is jaw dropping... What an amazing place. It would be hard to not come back with some keeper photos!
Not only is your story interesting, I really enjoy the images you have captured. I am drawn to images that exude a feeling or mood, and the images you shared do that for me. I'm hoping I can apply this realization to my own work.
Simon,what can I say other than INCREIBLE!!!!! I always enjoy your videos but this one just took my breath away. Each image was better and yes I did recognize several of them, BRAVO, Thanks well done!
My husband bought a camera for me about 10 years ago....I was thrilled and immediately signed up for courses to learn about my camera and the basics of photography. I felt like I was progressing in skills and I loved it. Then I got a new job...which I also love. Time was devoted more to work and far less to leisure activities....and my camera stayed in its case way too much. So here I am, almost 5 years later, feeling like I need to begin again. Thank you for your beautiful photographs...and sharing your journey.
Another great video Simon... thanks for sharing your thoughts and your journey with us... great learning for me personally by watching your videos day after day
Great Video Simon Loved It
Love this Video and your images are outstanding.
Excellent video Simon, it is great to hear some of the stories behind your photos. The way you capture the emotion in your photos is fantastic.
Hi Simon, I agree with you about how hard it is to take a compliment. For the most part, even when I like an image I've taken, I tend to focus on the weak points that I could have improved. I suppose it's a good thing that I don't think every press of my shutter button yields a perfect image, but there is probably a point at which being too humble comes across as phony, too. I try to accept compliments without argument now, but I give extra weight to those given by people who understand photography.
Excellent video Simon & excellent images 😃👍🏻
Simon, Loved the video and your commentary, but was truly blown away by your photos! I was transported into those places, and the feeling I got was wonderfully peaceful. Thank you!
Thank you for the video, Simon. I feel I can relate to the notion of confidence when it comes to photography. The subjective nature of photography always leaves room for doubt so continuing to believe in yourself must be one of the most important things out there.
I agree that it's important to reflect seriously on these things. Well done.