My Mental Health... And Landscape Photography
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- Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
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In an attempt to lift myself out of a downward spiral of depression brought on by the general mass hysteria of modern society, I head to the misty mountains for some awe-inspiring landscape photography adventures.
Things get challenging almost as soon as we hit the trail.
Not only am I stuck with a Michael Shainblum fanboy with a serious attitude but there's a pastor in our midst who keeps giving Amanda ideas. In spite of this, the clear mountain air and abundant wildflowers work wonders on my mood and I can feel my mental health improving with every agonizing step.
Will the sunset deliver some magnifiqua light, how will I resist the indecent proposals and can I gag down the vilest pasta dish ever created? Hit play to reveal all.
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Gavin: The pasta was my idea
Amanda: Did you say, pastor?
Seriously, how can anyone stay depressed around that woman? Great sunset image.
Colin, a true man of culture I see, unlike you. Sean and I would be happy to do a REAL photography adventure with him in the future. 😤
Oh and killer work at 14:52!!!
Colin has obviously been studying your deadpan. I would love to see a scene of you both giving it the hard impassive.
@@fototripper I'll bet you would!
I like this Colin fella already.
@@SeanBagshaw heheh I betcha do ;)
Gavin - I so relate to this. Dunno if it's a male thing, a middle-aged thing, or just the curse of the creative - but I've been there many times. And no matter how much my life has improved post-divorce/financial collapse, I still cop it more often than I'd expect. All I can say is, you make a lot of people happy with your work, and you do bring genuine value to those you touch (inappropriately or otherwise), so keep doing what you're doing. It really makes a difference, believe me.
Cutting through all the jokes and banter to the core: I am so sorry that you haven't been able/allowed to visit with your Mother. From one human to another, I'm so sorry about that. (any further words would just be me projecting my interpretations onto your situation, so just know that I and others are with you in the sadness and frustration).
The one thing that always stands out in your videos to me aside from the amazing photos, is the camaraderie. I've seen my best friend once in the last 2 years and watching your videos makes it hit home how much a friendship, and family for that matter, should be treasured and never taken for granted.
Magnifique work as always.
Oh man, another awesome video and an even more awesome photo. It's the best of the year so far. That light... feels like a fairy tale. Looking forward to see on the next video your marriage ceremony with the lovely Amanda. It's about time! It will be the most beautify ceremony ever on top of that mountain, with Shainblum on one side, and uncle Grumpy on the other. Grow a pair and do it!
You know you are soooo appreciated, right? Thank you for these videos. I always look forward to the humor, and that’s helping us all right now. :)
If I could like it twice I would. Firstly keep well. Always providing great laughs, knowledge and stunning photos. Comedic timing is just gold.
Gavin and Amanda, you two make each other better, don't ever forget that! Thanks for the great pics.
Great video! Happy thoughts smiling times. I'm right there with you. I'm 59 and I haven't seen my mother in 2 years because of the ridiculous guidelines in place. I'm feeling your pain. Hang in there. Soon you'll be hugging your mother and she'll be driving you nuts the first hour of your visiting with her! LOL
Man I hope so.
@@fototripper very sad but this is the new norm
Photography + Comedy + Tutorials = Killer combo
Really appreciate the time and effort you put into your work. Countless laugh out loud moments over the course of the few years I've been following you and endless tips and tricks I've learnt along the way too!
Hope you're able to visit your Mum soon. Best wishes from West Wales 🙂
If Thomas Heaton and Ricky Gervais had a lovechild, it would be Gavin.
Are you serious? Ricky Gervais is funny..... this fella is not, in the slightest.
@@chloescanlon1107That's your opinion.
On a serious note, going out for a walk or a hike, especially amongst the mountains, and doing some photography...even if my photography is terrible...really helps improve my mental health.
"Seeping Shatner"... almost spit my margarita at that one :) :) :) Beautiful place Gavin... and you better put a ring on her... she's a keeper!
I've been watching UA-cam photography vids for many years, you & your team actually bring a smile to my face. Your combination of fine art photography & your characterizations, facial expressions and heartfelt communication surpasses many of the movies & tv shows coming out on Netflix, Amazon & Hulu, and your doing it with a hand held freaking video recorder. Pat yourself on the back. You definitely put those cameras and lenses to the test.
Those sketches always put a smile on my face 😁😁👍
This was great for my mental health. So good! Thanks people.
Very entertaining and an epic shot!
Hey, You should make a book of your photographs!
Chasing Gavin, by Amanda
Worth the hike for that shot, lovely light and conditions.
Marry the lady Gavin, she's a keeper.
Why get married?
I found your channel yesterday and I’m addicted. I love your humour and the way you narrate your process of composition - brilliant.
Looking forward to watching more of your content and checking out your images.
Yes, the book finally sold out🎉🎉 Great shot Gavin, think you didn't had to worry about that lake. Those amazing clouds covered it completely!!
We can't rely on much these days but can always get a laugh or two from your videos Gav. Best medicine ever.
Epic shot Gavin, maybe he’s gone to set up your wedding venue 😂😂😂😂
My theory is that Gavin gave him a little shove off the cliffs...RIP Eric
@@shaunstewart4167 😂😂😂 yes maybe he did, poor Eric
I pray you both know you’re loved and valuable. I’m praying for you.
Gavin and Amanda - another gem! Thank you for always brightening my day.
Haven't seen my parents in almost 2 years too. Hang in there friend
Genius. The picture with the heather in the foreground was outstanding. Thanks for the laughs. I must admit, I fully expected some vows at the cabin! Maybe next time.
That was a fantastic video really enjoyed watching it, Gavin carry on doing what you’re doing you are really brilliant at landscape photography and making people laugh 😂 which in these times we need so thank you for taking the time and sharing your videos with us. Martyn
haha the "Seeping Shatner" is a reality for many of us LOL. Depression is a real thing for me too and it brings down my motivation to make work but I find if I just push myself to get out there then good things tend to happen or at least I surprise myself somehow. It's really hard sometimes though lol. Sometime the voice just says you suck what are you even doing? Gotta learn not to hear the voice. Gotta say yes I can instead of no I can't :)
Stunning shot at the summit!
Gavin, I understand the struggle you seem to be going through, and I empathize. Know that your videos bring joy, and beauty otherwise perhaps unreachable, to many of us. Amanda and yourself, and the numerous cohorts and guests, always bring me a smile and the strong desire to sneak across the border northward to walk among the scenic wonderlands you visit. Chin up
Thank you for this wonderful Video! It was magic how you made me smile by watching!!
Love Colin's deadpan.
Great landscaping shots! Enjoy your videos, Amanda & other photographers for all kinds funny stuff.💕
I live in Colorado and the organic gummies here will give you happy thoughts and quite an appetite! 🥴
I did this last weekend. I said to my wife, "I'm going to the Otways on the weekend, on my own, just me and my Camera"... and I did. Spent a few hours in Rainforest near Hopetoun Falls and Triplet Falls on Saturday and then several hours around Kalimna Falls yesterday...
As a 53-yo Melbournian, I can relate to the every word.
Great vid as per....Amanda..your day will come ...
Amazing final shot in this video, and I completely agree with your sentiments regarding the state of the world at the moment. Never thought I'd utter these words, but just be glad you don't live here in Australia. It's still March 2020 here and we're not even allowed to do as you do in this video. Photography, as well as most things, is currently outlawed where I live.
Anyway, completely understand your state of mind as I actually see no light at the end of the tunnel in Australia, but hoping it works out better for you guys soon. Love the video, as always, and stuff like this is a great opportunity to escape from the reality of the situation here for a few minutes. Happy thoughts, smiling times. :)
I truly sympathize with the Orwellian nightmare that AU has become. Nobody saw that coming. I truly hope things improve but I fear that won't happen until the people decide to do something about it as a collective. Sadly, there are far too many people all to willing to slip into the role clipboard warrior. Little Hitlers are always waiting for a crisis to exploit.
That would be my happy place for sure..love the mountains! Awesome shot by the way!
We could almost believe you're getting depressed until we see the bloopers and realise you're still as joyful as usual 😉 great shot and vlog Gavin!😊👍
Brilliant!
Honestly I find hiking and going on adventures, in quiet places, extremely soothing and satisfying.
Convenient to have a pastor and a witness and your beautiful lady on the hike!!!!
Suspiciously so...
Fantastic pic and a highly entertaining video as usual, really enjoy you guys. All the best from West Yorkshire 👍
Excellent !!
Always uplift my mood Gav thank you.
WOW, those shots at 14:25 and 14:46 truly breathtaking
Amanda, you were quite impressive bouncing up that trail !
Colin is the best at keeping a straight face!
Inspired by Shainblum!
Kinda feels like this shot was a real gift for you. So beautiful!
This is great. After many years of not knowing what was going on I finally started getting treated for my depression and part of my self treatment is getting back into landscape and wildlife photography. The trips are great and one thing I plan on working on is being more deliberate and slow with my work. Enjoying the process instead of trying to get the picture and move on to the next one.
The best air, exercise, connecting with nature and laughs with pals.
Always good fun watching your videos! Love the skits😂❤️
There is no greater medicine for depression than my camera and a proper altitude adjustment. 🏞 Great video!
Fun video, the outtakes are always a laugh. Thank you for sharing.
All that angst about the tree bisecting the lake and in the final superb shot the lake is masked by cloud. Ho hum such is life.
Your channel is brilliant! Possibly one of the funniest people on UA-cam, and, despite the rather strong competition, the best photographer?!
I love the niche you have created!
Your videos are allways puttin a smile on my face, Gavin! Thank you for that! By the way; i have depression`s too...!
I know you joke a lot in your videos but you are right about the depression. Especially over the lockdowns. I live in the US and we don't have any lockdowns at the moment. I'm free to travel most anywhere in the US. Once a country loses freedom they rarely get it all back. If at all. I hope you get to see your mom soon. I only get to see mine maybe 2 or 3 times a year. I might get to see her 4 times this year.
And sadly, so many of todays trolls are all to keen to march into the pyre.
@@fototripper that's what scares me. People don't know their history.
@@carlmcneill1139 People willingly burn their history.
Depression… wha….. Lady unicornalicious mentioned the wedding day again huh… 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
A pastor yeah… have you J.C or god ever seen….. “Chasing Awe” by Gavin Hardcastle 😂😂😂😂
Lovely images!
Wow ❤️❤️
best crack and informative vids on photography I have seen ...just got a 2nd hand d7200 to play with ..absolute comedian with an intuitive and compelling attitude ! keep em coming lad .
Love you guys!
Incredibly relatable, good to see you getting out into the wilderness to escape. Gotta be the best Photography channel on here, I look forward to each video man keep em coming!
Cheers mate.
Small detail, but I appreciate how the volume of your videos is always consistent across the talking, music, etc. I don't have to adjust the volume while watching on my PC when the music starts.
;)
Pissed myself and really enjoyed your work too. Keep it up! at least until the wedding. Good luck with that.
Happy birthday! You may not see your mum, but im sure she loves watching you and your wife on here like we all do! Come visit Whistler sometime!
Happy Yorkshire Day Gav …excellent composition as always ..x
Gavin your videos are a highlight of the week and help me forget for a few brief moments of laughter that tomorrow is Monday.
Stunning shot
Great video again Gavin. Like you.....I love my 6 pack so much, I protect it in a good layer of fat. Lockdown has been a nightmare for me as put on so much weight....time to get fit now!!!!!
Beautiful shot👍
My wife and I waited for 18:30 for the wedding!! :) But its important that your mom be there for it so keep up the good work and I hope are able to visit her soon!
Just remember during those dark dark times, besides your t-shirt of course, there is always Eric Idle's "Always Look On The Bright Side."
14:53..... holy cow, WOW ,fantabulous image 👌👌
Laughter is the best medicine - thanks for providing it every week!
The perfect mix of awkward, funny and competent. This you won't find anywhere else!
Added my Like to the other 5.1 k! There really should be a Love button. Happy thoughts happy thoughts smiling times. You inspire this Newby.
Simply epic pic. Love the comedy style - always worth watching the vids
Michael Shainblum LOL! He's chasing storms with Nick in Az.
funny bastard. I was born in Yorkshire but now NZ where the weather isn't so wet. Love your humour
Very tidy work mate banging shots. Stay positive mate these mad times can’t get any madder eh😬 I’m itching to get back to classy castleford see the olds it’s been a while. Your videos sure chase my black dog away ✊🏻👌📷👏🤝
Great video, you guys are adorable together. Don't ruin a good thing by getting married, it will last longer👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😉, thanks again for making my day.
Came across your channel just now. Anyway, after I cleaned up, I wanted to say that I was really enjoying your videos. Big Beehive was the first one and after the "lichen subscribe covered rock" comment, knew we were going to be binge buddies for a while. But after seeing this video and hearing your thoughts about the unmentionable and our eroding freedoms, I knew we'd be fast friends. From this Aussie in Quebec to a Yorkie in BC, stay well. Hold the line.
(Amanda if, you know, things don't work out, leave a link in the description.) ;-)
Bloody awesome video mate
very nice shot.
My wife and I miss BC and Vancouver Island and we cannot wait to get back to see those big mossy trees and beautiful beaches. I'm thankful that I found this channel because you produce such beautiful videos.
What an amazing shot and very funny as always, consider your bell tickled
Wow, Gavin! What a beautiful capture!!!!! You deserved it!
Thanks for sharing 🙂
Wedding Bells are getting closer, just watched Michael and Nick, storm chasing , now watching you getting older and climbing a hill,
Great video thank you.
That's a fantastique shot Gavin.
Hi Gavin, the correct term for the tummy bulge is " a balcony over the toy shop" ;) Enjoyed the vlog the scenery is spectacular.
bwahahaha
Just hope it doesn't become a terrace
One of your best images in my opinion Gavin. Depression suits you well.
Great capture loved the colors. Wow to that hike, Amanda is such a trooper. She hangs tough. That noodle thingie even looked like hell. I think the Pasta ..I mean Pastor should have pushed more🤣🤣
Always get in a good Mood watching your videos, keep them coming please!
That’s a stunning image.
Glorious shot Gavin!
Amanda should look into making her own UA-cam channel or do a takeover for a video where she does the voiceover.