A Photographer's View | Landmannalaugar in Iceland - What you Need to know
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- Опубліковано 11 вер 2024
- Landmannalaugar in Iceland is a beautiful landscape photography location and in this video I try my hand at reviewing it. I offer information about the area, what I enjoyed and what I did not enjoy. I talk about what there is to photograph and some of the hiking that is available in Landmannalaugar.
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I think it is a good addition to your channel as it allows for the logistical approach of your trips to compliment the artistic aspect of your content. I know Mads Peter Iverson has commented on your channel before and its one aspect that compliments his channel extremely well when he discusses the trip and not just the photography.
Your images in this vlog were great to see again and your discussion also is a good reminder that it often involves hard work to get to the point of sharing these images
scotty4418 this is so good! Now I can focus on the vlogging and photography part when I finally get to Landmannalaugar and just link to this video for any practical questions 😁
Love the idea of this series Thomas! Keep up the great work dude, I'm a big fan
I would like to vote this kind of videos a thousand times. I really, really, really like it. That's passion ... Thanks a lot for it!!
Hours of golden light....sign me up! Looks and sounds amazing!
Wonderful addition to your channel. I'd love to see more of these!
I'll probably never go to Iceland but I really enjoyed this video. Would love to see more of them. 😀
Like anyone will dislike this video, gorgeous iceland and lovely thomas, the only thing that would make this video better is a dolphin doing backflips on iceberg beach!
I don't often comment but I think this is an awesome idea for a series. You covered most of the important stuff, gear to take, campsite, accessibility to locations etc. I look forward to more of the same. Thanks Tom
I love how casually you mention going to my photographic dream, Patagonia. Like "yeah, going to the store, grabbing a bite to eat, heading to Patagonia, then getting a haircut" :)
YES, that's the kind of video we need for a diverse channel; makes it more complete and informative.
I usually don't write comments. Probably this is my first or second one but since you asked for it, here is mine: thank you dear Thomas. It is a great deep review about this location from photography perspective and personal experience. Now we know what to expect. I wish there was more videos like this out there. I really appreciate it and please keep doing that. Even if I never get a chance to go there, it will definitely help someone someday.
The specifics around your treks make it more personal, and for those of us that aspire to get to these locations, its exactly what we're looking for. I'll be in Iceland during this years midnight sun (same week as you), and this video may shift our priorities/path. Thank you for all your work, Thomas.
This is a great addition to your channel. Fills in a bunch of questions that you might not have time to address in a vlog about the photography. Well done.
Hey Thomas, you are our photography prophet. Here is a short thank you. Anyway. That Video is great. A week ago my mother asked me if we want to go to iceland and my answer was hell yeah. But than i changed my mind and i have seen infront of my inner eye all these people who stand at the top spots. I know that landscape photography is not beeing on hot spots but it hard to find other beautiful location because all of the other people i follow who are making videos are just on these "hot spots". Thank you for sharing and i am sorry for my broken english 😅
Hi Thomas. I’ve been following you for a month or so and am constantly educated and entertained by your videos. This one is no exception. I was in Iceland 3 years ago but other than a couple of tours stayed in Reykjavik. You’ve made me want to return and get out onto the land. Just getting back into photography after many years away and you’ve helped me with the steep learning curve to get into the digital age. Look forward to whatever you have planned next, but I encourage you to do more of these.
I like this sort of video. Keep up this format. Landmannalaugar is as breathtaking as you described it. I hiked this peaks several times and every view is different to the others. Perfect for photographers. But so many people do not respect the unique nature there. They hike off the paths, regardless of the fragile plants they trample down. They leave rubbish. Just to get the best view or the best selfies. That's why the icelandic government recently closed several beautiful areas, like the famous Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon. This is incomprehensible. Please help to protect this amazing nature with all it's uniqueness.
Hi Thomas, I think this worked very well. Great idea. I would suggest to have some blog entries attach to this kind of videos. It would make easier for people that will want to go back to it in the future (so they will not have to listen the whole video again to look for specific information). Thanks again for your always outstanding job. 😊👍👏
You are my hero Tom! You are the reason why I love landscape photography. THANK YOU VERY MUCH !
I suppose 60 people hate seeing and learning about absolutely beautiful places in the world. This was a fantastic and informative video! Loved all the footage and the fact you showed a great deal of your images from there!
Im an 18 year old passionate photogapher who's just gotten into college.Been watching your videos for almost a year now.I dream of getting to this place,to Iceland. Great video! Its a great addition to your channel.Will be waiting for more like these.
YES! Please make this a series on your channel. Thank you thank you thank you!!
Yes!! This is the perfect addition to your channel..it’s great to get the pros and cons on a place which people want to visit..I and the rest of your subscribers would be ABSOLUTELY interested to see more of the same..👍🏼👌🏼
I've watched this quite a few times now in preparation for my second visit to Iceland. I don't know how this doesn't have more views! It is ridiculously helpful.
Oh and thank you for your honesty about the campsite. This avoids unnecessary disappointment
Love the content, look forward to more of this stuff.
I like all your videos since the very beginning, not only because of the beautiful images that you take, but also because of the less beautiful ones that you show too much efforts to shoot! And about this video, I really enjoyed it so much until you said that you didn’t care how the people will photograph their shots! We care about your videos and we are always there when you upload any of them and we care so much which means that you also should care! And even if a lot of people who watch the video didn’t even noticed it, I am sure that the ones who noticed it, didn’t feel right about it!
Ok now that is officially the most useful video series that has ever been launched! Great!
Once again, this video is a hit. What you do, probably better than any other UA-cam photographer, is make us want to go out and take pictures.
Thanks very much for that, Thomas.
Great to have you here in Argentina! Hope you enjoy our hospitality and the amazing landscapes!!
Great start to the series. Definitely interesting content!
This is a great addition to what you present. A lot of people want to go to these places and I for one, like to know what to expect in advance. Great idea and I look forward to seeing more of this down the line. I hope all is well Thomas. Cheers.
Travel tips from the person(s) who've actually been to a location are always helpful, because sometimes travel opportunities arise unexpectedly. It's great to know the ins and outs before going.
Loved this video Thomas, would love to see more. I went to Iceland about 4 years ago and would have loved access to this video then. I've just relocated to the Midlands from the Isle of Wight so I am giddy with excitement at getting out alot more across the rest of the UK. Love to see more of these videos for the UK. All your videos are superb, inspiring and informative. unlike a lot of youtubers, you take our views and have created a channel streamlined to your audience, BRAVO
Thomas I usually dont comment on your videos however I do watch them all. I must say I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Love your honesty of the layout and what to expect when traveling to these locations you have been to. It gives a good idea on what to expect for those they may travel there as well as give insight on what your experience was like in general. So keep up the good work I think everyone benefits from these videos.
Also on a personal note. I would like to say we all appreciate the positivity from your videos even tho you maybe going through difficult times. Always time time for yourself and keep up the positivity, its infectious.
I would love to see more of these types of videos Tom, I am heading to Iceland this Summer, and I have a whole day planned in Landmannalaugar, this video helped so much, just wish I could stay the night. Take care
To be honest, I did not feel the need for locations to get photograps from.
Where others by the thousends already have been, and made so many pictures from...you know what I mean, Thomas?
And afterall, the beauty is everywhere, if I am in line whith it to see it, no mater where I am.
But after some minutes though, I saw the good use of it, gearwise and practicality-wise that is.
It also makes good use of youre b-roll qualities, whitch you obvious have.
There will be a time with youre own program, it seems to be unavoidable, quality speaks for itself.
So yes, lets enjoy this offer from you, and see where it brings us.
Thanks for the good work,Thomas!
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I feel like this series could also be an E-Book :-)
Michiel Vanhoudt or Blog..?
You have hit the nail on the head. Awesome addition to the channel. Everyone who watches will want more of these videos. Information like this is priceless in my book. Thank you so much. Bob Gancio
Yep. Love this addition to the repertoire. Great to here you’re tips and traps for these amazing places. Keep them coming!
Great video. I'm from Iceland and I've travelled a lot in the Icelandic highland, I know what it's like and I have to say this video is very good and accurate. Nothing that needs to be corrected, and nothing left out.
One tip: Camp on the gravel rather than the grass. The gravel is actually foamy pumice, it's dry and very good insulation, much warmer than the wet grass.
There is the third peak there called Brennisteinsalda (Sulfurwave), it's straight above the lava field. It's an easy hike as well, and you get a great view from there too.
Looking forward to more videos like this... Thanks :)
great vid, really enjoyed it. Love the idea of doing how-to style reviews of places youve been. looking forward to the next one!
Thomas, your work is truly breathtaking. The photography of course, but the video storytelling also captures the time and place like we're there with you. Bravo!
This new departure is more like Travel Show Biz. Can't have the immediacy or bite of on location stuff. Fireside chit-chat Bwana and no fire from the iMac. Still good. Need white woman, bad ankle, high steep gorge or more maps (animated) with show and tell treasures ripped from the hostile landscape, a curious petrified bone, a stinking scrap of IKEA catalogue with a nailhole.
But whatever you do, it works. You're enjoying yourself.
I really enjoyed the "pilot episode" of this new series: I think it's a good opportunity to see and re-examine the locations you usually show with videoclips and pictures, this time giving your actual impressions on them and the places nearby. It would be a perfect complement to the """raw photography""" videos you usually make. Go on, you're always a big inspiration! :)
I appreciate all of the information about your Iceland recommendation. It sounds like a “doable” trip (campsite aside). There seems to be endless photo opportunities in this one area. Thank you so much and I look forward to another photo destination recommendation from you!
Thomas! You make me want to pack my bags and go NOW! I loved that you covered ALL of the aspects of this location, especially "be prepared" for some poor facilities. I agree, the camp site sounds dreadful but as you said if you are there as a photographer that is a minor issue. Keep the location reviews coming. Photographers need a different perspective from a review. Great advice as always, looking forward to the next one. Can't wait to get there!
Great video! I've also enjoyed the "behind the scenes" aspect of how you capture your images, it's a crucial part of your channel. This is a more "behind the scenes" of how you go on your hikes and adventures and I think it's a perfect addition to the channel. Keep up the awesome work mate and I can't wait to meet you in Iceland come June!
Good Idea for a series. Even though I might not get to visit these locations. Just hearing your views on what makes a good location, what you might need to make the visit pleasurable, these can all help, in working out what might be good locations in the areas that one can visit. Maybe even people suggesting locations in their area might be helpful. Yesterday I went to a waterfall, Olinda Falls, which is basically in the suburbs of Melbourne. I go there early and got some good photos - not another person around, yet by the time I got back to the car park - it was filling up and the location was starting to get packed. So the tip about sleeping in the day and shooting after all the tourists had gone, is a tip I think we can all learn from.
This was super cool! Not only just for checking this particular location out, but to help us think about other similar plans we might have! Can’t wait to see more of them!
I think this video series would be a hit! Please continue along with your other adventures! Looking forward to more!
A superb video of a great location yes some more of these videos. Stunning images.
Long time watcher, rare poster. I like this format. Let's see where it goes. I am someone who likes to travel and likes to take photos. A video like this saves a lot of time for researching a new area or new location, and may very well help me to chose a location vs one that has less readily available information. I personally do not have a lot of time for trips every year, and a video like this will save me about a day of scouting per trip.
Great video! I quite like this Photographer's View! I hope you do many many more of these! Cheers!
The honest opinion is most beneficial to help others. So thank you for your honesty on the pros and cons, plus the location tips.
Hi Thomas, I think it’s a great addition to your channel and I’d enjoy watching more episodes. Thanks and bye for now 😉
I think you should definitely continue this series. Just watching this video help me out so much. Iceland is definitely on top of my list and thank you for always being so inspirational.
Thanks, Thomas, for sharing this video of one of the places you like to visit for photos and scenery. Thanks for adding tips about gear, food, when to go and what time of day to shoot. Looks like an awesome place that makes me want to visit Iceland for a couple of weeks.
really liking this series - very helpful and gives a new insight into Iceland especially. would love to see what you have to say about some other locations as well, whether far away or nearby to you.
I love it. Iceland is one of my bucket list spots. this video made me want to go there even more. I seriously can’t wait to see what the other video Brings!!!
What a fantastic idea for a series. Great frank review of Landmann with excellent tips. Looking forward to the next location....
I did and will enjoy more of this type of content! How you suggested what time of year to go is a huge benefit to going to a location and i appreciate that information. cheers!
Hi Thomas. I have never commented on any of your videos before, even though I watch them all. I really enjoyed this edition and hope it will continue. I found it a "warts and all" type of review of a location, which I appreciate. I enjoy your down to earth delivery. I hope to visit Iceland in the near future and your review was very comprehensive ( from what I could see). I hope the UA-cam response is positive as I'd like to see more of this type of content (even If I've no intention of visiting a reviewed location), as It's nice to have a honest perspective of a country/location. Looking forward to your next vid. Regards.
I would love to see more of these videos! Really great idea. Thanks for another great video Thomas!
Great idea Thomas, would love to see more. Nothing more daunting as a landscape photographer than going to a place for the first time and only having a limited amount of time to 'get stuck in'
Thomas, ace, loveit, please do more, your channel is leading the way us photographers communicate our craft, for that I thank you....
This is brilliant!! Please do more. You've made my favorite channel on UA-cam even better with this addition.
I love this. I am a big fan! I am not able to do photography requiring much hiking or physical stamina, so living as a travel photographer watcher leaves me somewhat fulfilled, despite my health restrictions. Thank you for making all your videos entertaining through your passion and for making me feel like you took me along for the ride on all of your videos! Your work is stunning!
Love this style of video! We can talk about gear and composition and editing all day, but getting to the right locations is just as important - and often more ambiguous. Looking forward to more locations!
Please go on with this from time to time. It’s great inspiration. Not only explaining how to do and what to buy, it’s more like a „roadbook“ where to go and what to find. Great !!!
Great to hear you 'll visit my country... Argentina has so many incredible places... Patagonia looks like a fairy tell scenography... can't wait see what can you show us from this magic place...
Definitely a great idea! This video was like a detailed tourist bureau brochure for photographers. Well done, Thomas!
A great addition to your usual, amazing videos. Keep doing more! I finally got to Landmann 2 years ago, after trying 3 previous times,only to find the roads closed due to late Spring thawing. It's an amazing, safe location. Absolutely stunning for photography ;)
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Haha, perfect. Been there today, it's pretty snowy right now but quiet. Looking forward to this series, Tom.
What an epic location.Extremely generous of you Thomas to share all this info, thanks very much for that and thanks for a fab video.cheers.
Very great video Thomas. I did enjoy this type of video. I've been a fan of your work for a few years now. It might be a great addition to your regular videos. It reaches out to so many people, from the person looking to find new places they've never been to or to someone that will never be able to go to these beautiful locations. Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!
Pleaaaaase continue that series! Awesome! Thank you Thomas!
Thanks Thomas, I enjoyed this quite a bit! It is great to have a photographer's view on these scenic location and it will be a great help in planning photographic trips for a lot of your audience.
This is great, would love to see more like it! Enjoy Patagonia, can’t wait to see the video when you’re back!
Great job with the review and the footage given to show the area's you spoke about. Any novice/amateur photographer, such as myself, that is interested in shooting these locations will definitely find this information fantastic.
I really appreciate the recommendation. All of your details will be very helpful to many. This takes the guesswork out of it. Thanks again Thomas
Interesting behind the scenes look - certainly worth doing, I found it very interesting. Look forward to others.
Great new section! Really love when photographers share details about their locations, specially in Mads Peter Iversen smooth style :)
I like it and since I was there last June it was easy to return in memories and review our trip. I think you did great job describing the place/area. I would add that it is possible to take a bus from Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar, stay there for some time or even take a Laugavegur trek, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful treks in the world, and you can catch bus back from Landmannalaugar or Skogar. We were there for 2 nights and we were unlucky about weather. While it was quite nice during daytime, we haven't had a single decent sunset or sunrise. A reason to go there again, I guess.
I love love love this format!! The information provided was perfect! Thank you so much! I look forward to more!!
I think you are on another winner here. Awesome, inspiring, and a darn good watch . Thumbs up from Johannesburg!
Great episode Thomas! I went to Iceland a couple summers ago and it will forever be one of my favorite places. We didn’t make it to the highlands, but your experience and suggestions have definitely encouraged me when I do go back in the next few years, that will be the highest priority!
Look forward to tuning in to more episodes so keep up the series, mate!
Take me back to Iceland! This was an incredibly useful video and if I was travelling to Iceland anytime soon, I would have found this information...well incredibly useful! I loved Iceland but it can be an overwhelming place with all its stunning features and locations and not if, when I return I will definitely spend a few nights here. I'd say keep these sort of video's up Tom!
Great addition to your channel, Thomas. Some quite outstanding images.
Great idea for the new series. Do more! The images of your trips allow us hobbyists to dream, and maybe, if one is lucky enough, plan an epic trip for the future. Thanks for sharing your insights! Never a fan of smelly toilets, but for that scenery I'd put up with them!
Wonderful, "stunnin"! Thank you! I can't wait to get there .....
I enjoyed the video Thomas. Very informative. Looking forward to your next landscape video
I’ve been watching your videos for a long time Thomas, since 9-10k maybe and I think yours is the best channel on youtube by a mile. I loved this video. Lots of info but kept it nice and simple. I’ve just returned from Iceland but this has definetly given me inspiration to go back in the summer to explore the highlands. Thanks for all your hard work and content. Sam
I really liked this video. The combination of explaining the logistics of getting there/camping along with where to go for photo ops and some suggestions on what & how to shoot made this really comprehensive and useful. Thanks so much!
def keep doing these. This helps get an idea of what to expect and where to expect it. Also Seasonal advice goes a long way in helping too. I live in Arizona and you cant just go anywhere any old time you want. You gotta know the best times or what to expect in each season. So any and all information you have on that is VERY appreciated.
Looks an amazing place to stay and that campsite reminds me of the Red Squirrel in Glencoe... Maybe one day I will get the chance to visit.
Great idea. I think a lot of people will learn a lot from these reviews. I'll be looking forward to the next one.
Thank you Thomas. Great idea. Looking forward for next location
A nice addition for your channel. Looking forward to the next Location!
This is a great idea, a welcome addition to your Vlogging. I especially like your preference of taking a caravan so as to advoid the hard/mushy grounds, main day light, day trippers and the breeze from the dunny...
It was an instant smile moment to hear "Absolutely Stunnin"again!... I like this review thing...I will tune in regardless of what your content is...as Im sure much of your fan base will also do. But please keep it coming.. we can never know to much!