Travelled to Yosemite from Europe as a teenager and again for my honeymoon. It’s an amazing place and you’re right: photos don’t do it justice - you have to go there.
Absolutely stunning! It’s like the rainbow exploded at the bottom of the waterfall, spreading its colors out through the water like nature’s surprise party!
These photos are AMAZING. 10:30 If you want a crowd-free experience, go to the 4.4 mile Porcupine Creek Trail Head. This leads you to the top of North Dome and you get an over 200 degree view of the Yosemite valley floor. I think you can see it in the distance at 15:20
'Patience and persistence' - key words in photography... you've got it. Your imagination knows no bounds, Michael, and we are beneficiaries. Tunnel View, waterfall rainbow spectrum... awesome. The close up waterfall stills at the end... so crazy good. Always super-enjoyable when we are out with Michael. 'One of the most fun viewing experiences of our life.'
Dude! Your images are some of the best landscape shots I’ve ever seen! Your style, compositions and subjects really speak to me. Keep up the good work!!
First of all stunning film once again mate. I can't say how much I agree with your words at the end. Yosemite is popular for a reason and valley view is a great view for a reason. There is always a different perspective or different weather. And you showed in this video how creative you can be. Loved the small compositions of the tree bark and the bigger scenes as well. Brilliant!!!
OMG Michael! You are an inspiration for sure. As a long time central California resident (1964), I've been to Yosemite dozens of times and got some "nice photos" but these are almost other worldly. Brought tears to my eyes. Thank you.
HOLY WOW!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙏🏼🙌🏼 😲🤯Absolutely stunning footage & images Michael … that water flow is crazy magnificent !! And the rainbows🌈 and lighting strike⚡️ I am seriously in awe! what an amazing weekend you experienced… thank you always for sharing it with us!
Wow... Mi viene da piangere...😢 Luoghi e spot da omg... Occhi del fotografo mai visto prima.. Sei tra i migliori al mondo... Sei da inspirazione per me e future generazioni... Lo dico col cuore ❤️ Grande continua così... Ogni video è una vera emozione ❤❤
You're truly an inspiration Michael. Thanks for not giving up on the quality of your videos and always adding a bit of humane touch to the fantastic art you make by photography. Big fan of yours, from Norway!
I can’t say enough about persistence and patience, I’ve captured several photos that I almost said it doesn’t look like it going to do anything or pan out and then “bam” it happens!
Always a pleasure to discover another masterpiece video from you, beautiful moments perfectly captured and edited. From dunes, seascapes, forests, waterfalls, storms, thunders, time-lapse, name it, you master any subjects that nature has to offer. Thanks for such quality content after all these years
Your work truly is a gift to humanity. I hope your work inspires the people across the country and the world to keep working to preserve and maintain these wild spaces. Even our own backyards can hold as much beauty and majesty as these incredible locations. Thank you Michael!!
Fantastic video and great set of photos, Michael! That lightning shot at Tunnel View!! 👌 Loved the photos from after the storm (6:35 onwards). Would love to see how you processed those if you had any plans for a n editing video!
I don't think I could chose a favorite! I liked all of your very creative and interesting photos! City scapes the way you see them is a great way to maybe re-energize motivation and get out of a burnout stagnation. Great video Michael!
Fantastic shots, Michael. I was in Yosemite with my wife at the very end of May, beginning of June. The volume of water was amazing. When we were there the weather was very clear, but I was happy to get some nice reflection shots. I loved Cathedral Rocks, as they get light at both ends of the day. I love your different perspectives and will have to bear that in mind going forward. Heading to the Dolomites Friday 😊
Talking about crowds, Michael, I live in Calgary. It’s not California even by a stretch but …….. the weekend crowds in Banff, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake have become truly impossible. They now ration visitors to Moraine Lake with a voucher system that sells out about 2-3 am every morning. Great shots as always. The way you catch the light, power and drama of waterfalls with that long lens is spectacular.
Greetings from England! Amazing photos - took me back to 1982 when I visited Yosemite with my wife. A stunning location that you captured brilliantly! Thanks for sharing.
IMHO, one of your best. Your ability to tune into the limitless opportunities, that many of us wouldn’t see for various reasons, is truly admirable. 👏👏👏
I think "wow" is the only real way I can express myself after watching this video! 😮 Absolutely exceptional images 👍 I very much would love to visit at some point in my life hopefully sooner rather than later. It really is a bucket list photography location and you have showcased it so magically!
Just wow Michael! So many valuable takeaways here as far as patience and vigilance. You truly reaped the rewards and got some outstanding portfolio shots that only photographers can dream of. Those Tunnel View shots were incredible! Well done mate. Your dedication to your craft is so inspiring. Thank you!
Michael Shainblum....you lucky bastard. I say that with all the respect in the world. I know you work hard to be in the right place at the right time, but boy, those are some amazing shots. I always compare my photography to my fishing...I get skunked regularly in my fishing and my photography. You just have to keep working at it it and trying and someday you might even get a beautiful shot of lightning landing at the Half Dome.
Beautiful images! Yosemite is truly magical, and your use of the 100-400mm made it shine even more! It has been many years since I last visited Yosemite, and I need to return. I rented a small cabin years ago in Curry Village to capture autumn colors. I arrived on a Tuesday and stayed until Friday. School had restarted, so the park was nearly empty. I returned with my parents a couple of years later, again on a weekday, but this time in mid-summer. What a difference in regards to the amount of people there. I could have used a 100-400mm 😂
Nature is so beautiful and looking in as you did here Michael you found even more beauty by zooming in. Most visitors just wouldnt have seen what you're showing here, they'd just be blown away by the grandeur and miss so much.
You've inspired me and your words of advice really helps me think and be creative! I might need to rewatch your videos for inspiration before my next trip to a National Park ☺.
So many amazing shots, that I am speechless. I have been to Yosemite 3-4 times when I used to live in SoCal but never witnessed such magical rain. Winter was my most favourite time going to the Yosemite
Absolutely love your work Michael. You were one of the main inspirations for me to take up photography. Being in the the UK and never been to America (yet) Yosemite is top of my list of destinations when I do finally get there and seeing this just backs up why I want to visit so bad
That's it - I'm going back! Spent a couple of hectic days in April 23 after driving out frm San Francisco following a cruise to Hawaii. Felt like a kid in a toyshop - so much to see and so little time. We weren't even sure if we could get into the park, the snow had been so heavy the week before. Also captured the rainbow at the falls from Tunnel View. Went back the following day but no light. Your images are truly inspiring. Thank you for posting this,
Fantastic video of your breathtaking photography of such a jaw-dropping place! I didn't think I could be more excited for my own trip there next month, but I was wrong, as this video has me even more hyped to get there already. I had a smile from ear to ear watching this one, thank you for that.
I live about 3 hours from the park. And me and my girl try to go every season. It is just breathtaking every time we go. Unfortunately, we missed this year's spring because of unforeseen circumstances. But watching this video made me eager to go back to Yosemite and enjoy nature. Amazing video and breathtaking photographs
I also live not very far away. I have historically made it a point to go but these last few years have been quite hectic in my little corner of the world and haven't been able to make it. I did sneak away for a day at the coast in 2019, something else I've not done enough of lately. Anyway, it's been a habit of mine to get to Yosemite and Sequoia frequently. One time our company did a company trip to Yosemite and I was surprised at how many people who'd spent their entire lives in California had never been, so many just a short afternoon drive away from the park.
... you took stunning pictures! i don't know which ones i love the most... i think the best for me are trees during the rain and b&w waterfalls... thank you for this video... i enjoyed it a lot... Yosemite is my dream to visit... Europeans usually go to NY or Chicago for trip to US, but for me Yosemite would be the most important to see.... and Alaska :0)... take care...😊
Bro! Those craggy outcrops in the fog were amazing! Like something straight out of The Hobbit or Lord of the Rings. Misty Mountains Cold comes to mind. Just when I thought nothing could top your wintery landscapes you shared a couple years ago, then here comes these! Bravo!
Your work is incredible... Full of unique views of HiHunnyI'mHome National Park... The misty shots of the trees and falls, had me thinking of backgrounds in Frank Frazetta paintings...
I got up there the second week of June for a couple of days. I had nice clear weather. Which is good and bad :) . Most of my recent trips have been September or October so the June water volume was just stunning. As were the crowds. Beautiful work here.
Wow!! Such an amazing collection of work from one trip!! Well done @michaelshainblum. Always enjoy watching your videos. Thanks for taking the time to produce them.
What a fantastic video - thank you. The images are incredible- just awe inspiring!! Are you doubling up as the Tourist Minister for Yoesmite National Park - I so want to go after watching this a couple of times !!
Great content as always Michael. Some really unique captures in the batch of images you came away with. Capturing that lightening alone was rare, but then to catch a rainbow through Half Dome?! Just uncanny! I have been to Yosemite several times now, but have yet to get conditions like what you had on this trip.
That lightning photograph is a masterpiece!
Thanks so much!
It's been almost 60 years since I've been to Yosemite. Because of this video, I want to go back! Thank you, Michael.
You have got to be kidding?! I'm totally blown away! BEAUTIFUL! ALL OF IT! 😀👍
Travelled to Yosemite from Europe as a teenager and again for my honeymoon. It’s an amazing place and you’re right: photos don’t do it justice - you have to go there.
Indeed
Absolutely stunning! It’s like the rainbow exploded at the bottom of the waterfall, spreading its colors out through the water like nature’s surprise party!
4:18 this would be perfact for a wall poster.
Thanks, I hope to print that one in acrylic soon!
These photos are AMAZING.
10:30 If you want a crowd-free experience, go to the 4.4 mile Porcupine Creek Trail Head. This leads you to the top of North Dome and you get an over 200 degree view of the Yosemite valley floor. I think you can see it in the distance at 15:20
'Patience and persistence' - key words in photography... you've got it. Your imagination knows no bounds, Michael, and we are beneficiaries. Tunnel View, waterfall rainbow spectrum... awesome. The close up waterfall stills at the end... so crazy good. Always super-enjoyable when we are out with Michael. 'One of the most fun viewing experiences of our life.'
Dude! Your images are some of the best landscape shots I’ve ever seen!
Your style, compositions and subjects really speak to me. Keep up the good work!!
First of all stunning film once again mate. I can't say how much I agree with your words at the end. Yosemite is popular for a reason and valley view is a great view for a reason. There is always a different perspective or different weather. And you showed in this video how creative you can be. Loved the small compositions of the tree bark and the bigger scenes as well. Brilliant!!!
Thank you so much Nigel, that means a ton coming from you!
Superb video and pictures, as always👌 Love the message at the end, and of course the dragons are always with you. 🤙
Great video & pictures, Michael! So inspired
OMG Michael! You are an inspiration for sure. As a long time central California resident (1964), I've been to Yosemite dozens of times and got some "nice photos" but these are almost other worldly. Brought tears to my eyes. Thank you.
You’re v inspiring. I get demotivated with photography pretty often but your vlogs and photos bring the intense itch back.
You keep churning out epic images wherever you go, I'm actually baffled.
HOLY WOW!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙏🏼🙌🏼
😲🤯Absolutely stunning footage & images Michael … that water flow is crazy magnificent !! And the rainbows🌈 and lighting strike⚡️
I am seriously in awe!
what an amazing weekend you experienced… thank you always for sharing it with us!
Wow...
Mi viene da piangere...😢
Luoghi e spot da omg...
Occhi del fotografo mai visto prima..
Sei tra i migliori al mondo...
Sei da inspirazione per me e future generazioni...
Lo dico col cuore ❤️
Grande continua così...
Ogni video è una vera emozione ❤❤
Wow! This was incredible, Michael! So many great shots from this trip - I especially loved the lightning and the rainbow at the base of the falls 🙌
Just proves the landscape photography shouldn't revolve around good weather! Cracking images.
You're truly an inspiration Michael. Thanks for not giving up on the quality of your videos and always adding a bit of humane touch to the fantastic art you make by photography. Big fan of yours, from Norway!
Man! That shot (13:25) is *chef's kiss*
Stunning images! That lightning shot was worth waiting through a 1000 rain storms. And you’re right, photographs don’t do that place justice.
I like the fact you didn't give up and quit when it rains like some photographers. I'll be watching alot more of your work. Good job.
I can’t say enough about persistence and patience, I’ve captured several photos that I almost said it doesn’t look like it going to do anything or pan out and then “bam” it happens!
Those tunnel view shots are admittedly amazing but those isolated misty peak shots are just pure bliss. 🙌🏻🙌🏻
5:08 is definitely a bear head carved into the wall. Love your videos! This one was particularly stunning to watch.
Always a pleasure to discover another masterpiece video from you, beautiful moments perfectly captured and edited. From dunes, seascapes, forests, waterfalls, storms, thunders, time-lapse, name it, you master any subjects that nature has to offer. Thanks for such quality content after all these years
I really appreciate the kind words and the support, thank you so much! :)
I paused it at 1 sec in to let you know that the thumbnail is amongst them best I’ve ever seen.
Undeniably one of the best landscape photographer in the UA-cam universe! This was mesmerizing to watch.
Your work truly is a gift to humanity. I hope your work inspires the people across the country and the world to keep working to preserve and maintain these wild spaces. Even our own backyards can hold as much beauty and majesty as these incredible locations. Thank you Michael!!
Fantastic video and great set of photos, Michael! That lightning shot at Tunnel View!! 👌 Loved the photos from after the storm (6:35 onwards). Would love to see how you processed those if you had any plans for a n editing video!
Michael, your photography blows me away. If only I could manage 5% of your talent. Thank you!
Its like a landscape within a landscape....You go to deep with no return 🙂 Inception style.
I love the fact that you waited for the birds. Many photographers would have photoshopped an ostrich flying across the scene.
this is super funny HAHAHAHa
Thank you for your comments on shooting iconic locations.
I don't think I could chose a favorite! I liked all of your very creative and interesting photos! City scapes the way you see them is a great way to maybe re-energize motivation and get out of a burnout stagnation. Great video Michael!
Thank you for putting up with the traffic to produce another amazing vlog. I can see why so many people flock to this spectacular place.
Fantastic shots, Michael. I was in Yosemite with my wife at the very end of May, beginning of June. The volume of water was amazing. When we were there the weather was very clear, but I was happy to get some nice reflection shots. I loved Cathedral Rocks, as they get light at both ends of the day. I love your different perspectives and will have to bear that in mind going forward. Heading to the Dolomites Friday 😊
Talking about crowds, Michael, I live in Calgary. It’s not California even by a stretch but …….. the weekend crowds in Banff, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake have become truly impossible. They now ration visitors to Moraine Lake with a voucher system that sells out about 2-3 am every morning.
Great shots as always. The way you catch the light, power and drama of waterfalls with that long lens is spectacular.
Your photos are INCREDIBLE! I've never been to Yosemite and now you've made it a bucket list spot!
Greetings from England! Amazing photos - took me back to 1982 when I visited Yosemite with my wife. A stunning location that you captured brilliantly! Thanks for sharing.
Tress in the rain we’re amazing
IMHO, one of your best. Your ability to tune into the limitless opportunities, that many of us wouldn’t see for various reasons, is truly admirable. 👏👏👏
Terrific images. Of the waterfall images, I like the one with black and gold rock back drop. The foggy images are surreal! 💯
Magical... The scenes were worth being with the crowd!
Outstanding! You mastered the 3Ps of Professionalism, Persistence & Patience - thanks for sharing!!
I think "wow" is the only real way I can express myself after watching this video! 😮
Absolutely exceptional images 👍 I very much would love to visit at some point in my life hopefully sooner rather than later. It really is a bucket list photography location and you have showcased it so magically!
Wow I’ve been struck by lightning. My goodness what a shot!!!! I’ve been three times to Yosemite and I came all the way from Australia for it
These photographs are as wonderful as anything ever photographed at Yosemite. Absolutel Amazing !
Just wow Michael! So many valuable takeaways here as far as patience and vigilance. You truly reaped the rewards and got some outstanding portfolio shots that only photographers can dream of. Those Tunnel View shots were incredible! Well done mate. Your dedication to your craft is so inspiring. Thank you!
WOW!! 😲 Nothing else to say im speechless.
Another winner. Thanks, Michael
Thanks Bob, I appreciate you watching!
Michael Shainblum....you lucky bastard. I say that with all the respect in the world. I know you work hard to be in the right place at the right time, but boy, those are some amazing shots. I always compare my photography to my fishing...I get skunked regularly in my fishing and my photography. You just have to keep working at it it and trying and someday you might even get a beautiful shot of lightning landing at the Half Dome.
Beautiful images! Yosemite is truly magical, and your use of the 100-400mm made it shine even more!
It has been many years since I last visited Yosemite, and I need to return. I rented a small cabin years ago in Curry Village to capture autumn colors. I arrived on a Tuesday and stayed until Friday. School had restarted, so the park was nearly empty. I returned with my parents a couple of years later, again on a weekday, but this time in mid-summer. What a difference in regards to the amount of people there. I could have used a 100-400mm 😂
Great stuff as always! Also, that dude with the tailgate cooking system is the goat!
Nature is so beautiful and looking in as you did here Michael you found even more beauty by zooming in. Most visitors just wouldnt have seen what you're showing here, they'd just be blown away by the grandeur and miss so much.
Thanks for another great video. So many of the shots you got were so captivating I had to pause the video and stare at my screen
Tunnel View photos are both amazing!
I always love your creative eye shooting landscapes.
Drop dead gorgeous photography, Michael.
Almost every photo is absolutely stunning
Breathtaking sceneries. I'm so impressed by your camera work. Great captures. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to your next video.
Your work never ceases to amaze me. Truly one of if not thee most inspiring work.
As usual, only stunning shots and perfect mood 🤩
The shots in this video are incredible
You've inspired me and your words of advice really helps me think and be creative! I might need to rewatch your videos for inspiration before my next trip to a National Park ☺.
Yeah. Took my family on Tues, Wednesday.... Much better crowds, though the park is still full. This was in July.
Inspiring work.
Yet another great video, Michael, you have a knack of capturing lightening
These are just absolutely extraordinary. Thank you for being an inspiration Michael!
Makes me want to go out and shoot every time. Cheers
So many amazing shots, that I am speechless. I have been to Yosemite 3-4 times when I used to live in SoCal but never witnessed such magical rain. Winter was my most favourite time going to the Yosemite
Love the rainbow shot over half dome. Love taking image from tunnel view.
Thank you so much!
Wow, you got some breath taking photos. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.
The Bridalveil rainbow and that starting footage are just absolutely incredible!
Thank you so much for watching Alex, I really appreciate it. Hope all is well!
Just amazing !! Never seen Yosemite like this before. Loved the first close up of the waterfall.
Holy Moly Michael! Iiiiiiincredible shots
I miss Yosemite. What amazing shots! Epic!
Absolutely love your work Michael. You were one of the main inspirations for me to take up photography. Being in the the UK and never been to America (yet) Yosemite is top of my list of destinations when I do finally get there and seeing this just backs up why I want to visit so bad
That's it - I'm going back!
Spent a couple of hectic days in April 23 after driving out frm San Francisco following a cruise to Hawaii. Felt like a kid in a toyshop - so much to see and so little time. We weren't even sure if we could get into the park, the snow had been so heavy the week before. Also captured the rainbow at the falls from Tunnel View. Went back the following day but no light. Your images are truly inspiring. Thank you for posting this,
Amazing photos. The lightning bolt image is just beautiful. Favorite photo of the four? Top right. Thanks.
What an extraordinary visit. Way to make the most of it. Heading there for 24 hrs and needed some inspiration. Thanks!
Fantastic video of your breathtaking photography of such a jaw-dropping place! I didn't think I could be more excited for my own trip there next month, but I was wrong, as this video has me even more hyped to get there already. I had a smile from ear to ear watching this one, thank you for that.
What a super video that was packed with amazing shots! It was worth dealing with the crowds and weather this time for sure!!
I live about 3 hours from the park. And me and my girl try to go every season. It is just breathtaking every time we go. Unfortunately, we missed this year's spring because of unforeseen circumstances. But watching this video made me eager to go back to Yosemite and enjoy nature. Amazing video and breathtaking photographs
I also live not very far away. I have historically made it a point to go but these last few years have been quite hectic in my little corner of the world and haven't been able to make it. I did sneak away for a day at the coast in 2019, something else I've not done enough of lately.
Anyway, it's been a habit of mine to get to Yosemite and Sequoia frequently. One time our company did a company trip to Yosemite and I was surprised at how many people who'd spent their entire lives in California had never been, so many just a short afternoon drive away from the park.
Your pictures are incredible! And the video is so inspiring, great Work Micheal!
That`s CLASS ! I`ll watch it more than once.
... you took stunning pictures! i don't know which ones i love the most... i think the best for me are trees during the rain and b&w waterfalls... thank you for this video... i enjoyed it a lot... Yosemite is my dream to visit... Europeans usually go to NY or Chicago for trip to US, but for me Yosemite would be the most important to see.... and Alaska :0)... take care...😊
Fantastic Video. Love the close up waterfall shots. Was fortunate to be there early this summer. The waterfalls were amazing.
Bro! Those craggy outcrops in the fog were amazing! Like something straight out of The Hobbit or Lord of the Rings. Misty Mountains Cold comes to mind.
Just when I thought nothing could top your wintery landscapes you shared a couple years ago, then here comes these! Bravo!
Thanks so much. That video was definitely one of my favorites I have made with all the snow. I am so glad this one held up haha.
Thanks for sharing your photos and the vibes! Cozy! Love your eye for photos!
What amazing photographs! I'm headed to Yosemite in mid October; I can only hope I can create photographs even 1/10th as amazing as you've captured!
Stunning shots, Michael!!! Everyone there this season must be in awe!!!!
I was unable to visit Yosemite when I was in USA and that is why I simply love this video. Fantastic moments captured as always Michael. 👏👏
Your work is incredible... Full of unique views of HiHunnyI'mHome National Park... The misty shots of the trees and falls, had me thinking of backgrounds in Frank Frazetta paintings...
So gorgeous Michael! I'm planning my own trip there this fall and you've given me a ton of inspiration and ideas!
These shots are crazy
I got up there the second week of June for a couple of days. I had nice clear weather. Which is good and bad :) . Most of my recent trips have been September or October so the June water volume was just stunning. As were the crowds. Beautiful work here.
Wow!! Such an amazing collection of work from one trip!! Well done @michaelshainblum. Always enjoy watching your videos. Thanks for taking the time to produce them.
What a fantastic video - thank you. The images are incredible- just awe inspiring!! Are you doubling up as the Tourist Minister for Yoesmite National Park - I so want to go after watching this a couple of times !!
Persistence pays off - absolutely stunning photos Michael!! You could make an incredible calendar from all these photos of Yosemite 😀
Great content as always Michael. Some really unique captures in the batch of images you came away with. Capturing that lightening alone was rare, but then to catch a rainbow through Half Dome?! Just uncanny! I have been to Yosemite several times now, but have yet to get conditions like what you had on this trip.