It was your excellent video, (and those of other photographers who have covered this wonderful wood), that inspired me to visit last month ( May 2023). It is sad to report that access to Wistmans Wood is now restricted to the perimeter only, so the atmospheric shots featured in your video are no longer available. It is a sad reflection of our times that the popularity of the wood was damaging the delicate ecology of the area so is no longer available for us all to enjoy. I guess that, for this reason, your coverage on this video has become even more valuable now than it was before.
Hi there. That’s so sad to hear that they have restricted access, a great shame! I almost feel slightly responsible for highlighting the woodland! It’s become so popular in the last few years! A victim of its own success you might say! Thanks for watching👍🏻
Good stuff again and I attended a presentation from an FRPS gent who specialized in ancient woodlands and his number 1 rule was exclude the sky! You did that here by using mist! The other thing you did was focus on the word Ancient! For me these are the two rules we should follow.
Nice video Mark, good to see it from someone with fresh eyes, looks like you got a few good images for all your efforts. Hopefully see you next time your down.
Thanks Richie. Pretty happy with the frames but MUST visit soon to improve! Now I know roughly what to look for! Will let you know when I’m next heading down👍🏻
What a fantastic forest you have there. Unbelievable beauty! And love your two beautiful beasties tagging along on your adventure!! Thanks for the woodland tips, wish we had something like that here. Stunning images throughout the video! Cracking work!
What a fabulous place! I noticed you seem to have dropped the contrast in your prints - something I've started to do to bring out shadow detail without the noise. Great video, great pictures.
Excellent film thank you mark, and a very good soundtrack, especially after I had just scrapped 3 - what should have been interesting - photography videos due to terrible soundtracks. Have subscribed and will be watching your other videos - on computer as my smart TV is so burdened with UA-cam adds that videos are unwatchable. The two dogs appear incredibly well behaved - especially for Terriers. Are they Border Terriers? Hard to tell as they are black.
Thanks ever so much, appreciate that. I try and find the right soundtracks to match the video as much as I can. Sometimes taking hours! I subscribe to epidemic sound. They have a fantastic catalogue of music. Our two girls are patterdales, one smooth and the other a wire coat. They were super well behaved for this visit. All the nooks and gaps in the boulders kept them occupied. Thanks for watching and subscribing, really appreciate it. Catch up soon👍🏻
Thanks Mark, really enjoyed that. Have you seen vlogs from Nigel Danson? He does landscapes and woodland scenes like these are one of his favourites I think. Keep it up.
Thanks Alan, glad you enjoyed it. I really enjoyed visiting Wistmans. Defo be back soon! Yes, I watch Nigel's channel. He has some superb content doesn't he.Thanks for watching Alan
Beautiful mate ... only been there the once and as expected no mist . but still great to bimble in ... looks like it was midge madness :) Didn't know you had a van too :)
@@MarkKerton Quick really boring question ... that tripod you are using .. is it the one in your links below? Thoughts on it if so .. I'm looking for a secondary tripod for vlogging camera (XT4) along with primary pod for longer hikes ...
That’s the one Nigel yes, the Neewer. A great mid range tripod. Comes with the ball head which is nice and smooth. Just goes 6ft with the column extended. Nice 90 degrees option too
Thanks Richard. Not sure we need permission in there do we? Unless I’m mistaken? I’ll look into it👍🏻 Well worth a visit, especially this time of year. Hope you can get there soon. Thanks for watching Richard👍🏻
Great video, Mark! Yeah, I know I always say the same thing.. LOL... very serene. Is this the trip with the drone thing or is that another trip? Shooting the 5D?
Thanks Stephen. Always appreciate your support and comments. Yes, shot on the 5d, love it! The drone mishap did happen down in Dartmoor but not in the woods. The waterfall video should be out Sunday/Monday all being well.
Thanks for watching John. It is such a wonderful place to be in! I can imagine the camping trips were absolutely fantastic and a great experience. Hopefully, I will be back there soon through this winter🤞🏻
Excellent Mark, some good frames there in some great conditions.
Many thanks Neil, really appreciate that. I know just how special Wistmans is to you so it means a great deal to me that you enjoyed the video👍🏻
It was your excellent video, (and those of other photographers who have covered this wonderful wood), that inspired me to visit last month ( May 2023). It is sad to report that access to Wistmans Wood is now restricted to the perimeter only, so the atmospheric shots featured in your video are no longer available. It is a sad reflection of our times that the popularity of the wood was damaging the delicate ecology of the area so is no longer available for us all to enjoy. I guess that, for this reason, your coverage on this video has become even more valuable now than it was before.
Hi there. That’s so sad to hear that they have restricted access, a great shame! I almost feel slightly responsible for highlighting the woodland! It’s become so popular in the last few years! A victim of its own success you might say! Thanks for watching👍🏻
That is a place I would wander along for a week. Beautiful photographs.
Thanks Ruud. It sure is a fantastic woodland! Can’t wait to get back! Thanks for watching👍🏻
Awesome video mate, really enjoyed watching that. Brought me right back to being there.
Thanks Louise, really appreciate that! Fantastic place to be! Back soon hopefully👍🏻
Good stuff again and I attended a presentation from an FRPS gent who specialized in ancient woodlands and his number 1 rule was exclude the sky! You did that here by using mist! The other thing you did was focus on the word Ancient! For me these are the two rules we should follow.
Nice video Mark, good to see it from someone with fresh eyes, looks like you got a few good images for all your efforts. Hopefully see you next time your down.
Thanks Richie. Pretty happy with the frames but MUST visit soon to improve! Now I know roughly what to look for! Will let you know when I’m next heading down👍🏻
I stumbled upon your video on FB. I really enjoyed. Thanks
Ah that’s great. Thanks for watching. Such a lovely woodland!
Another great vid thanks for the tips on shooting in a forest with lots going on 😁
Thanks Ed. So many different compositions in there! A must visit!
Absolutely loving your videos Mark. I bet you’ll find it hard to go back to the footy next season!
Thanks David. You know what, I might just video the odd game and take up this landscape photography more seriously you know! Really enjoying it!
What a fantastic forest you have there. Unbelievable beauty! And love your two beautiful beasties tagging along on your adventure!! Thanks for the woodland tips, wish we had something like that here. Stunning images throughout the video! Cracking work!
Thanks👍🏻 Yes, absolutely stunning woodland! A privilege to visit!
What a fabulous place! I noticed you seem to have dropped the contrast in your prints - something I've started to do to bring out shadow detail without the noise. Great video, great pictures.
Thanks Pete. Yes, dropped all the levels a bit to try and create that soft dreamy look. Need to get back soon for another go!
Excellent film thank you mark, and a very good soundtrack, especially after I had just scrapped 3 - what should have been interesting - photography videos due to terrible soundtracks.
Have subscribed and will be watching your other videos - on computer as my smart TV is so burdened with UA-cam adds that videos are unwatchable.
The two dogs appear incredibly well behaved - especially for Terriers. Are they Border Terriers? Hard to tell as they are black.
Thanks ever so much, appreciate that. I try and find the right soundtracks to match the video as much as I can. Sometimes taking hours! I subscribe to epidemic sound. They have a fantastic catalogue of music. Our two girls are patterdales, one smooth and the other a wire coat. They were super well behaved for this visit. All the nooks and gaps in the boulders kept them occupied. Thanks for watching and subscribing, really appreciate it. Catch up soon👍🏻
Thanks Mark, really enjoyed that. Have you seen vlogs from Nigel Danson? He does landscapes and woodland scenes like these are one of his favourites I think. Keep it up.
Thanks Alan, glad you enjoyed it. I really enjoyed visiting Wistmans. Defo be back soon! Yes, I watch Nigel's channel. He has some superb content doesn't he.Thanks for watching Alan
Beautiful mate ... only been there the once and as expected no mist . but still great to bimble in ... looks like it was midge madness :) Didn't know you had a van too :)
Thanks Nigel. Stunning place! Definitely need to get back in the autumn. The midges were a nightmare! Yes, we’ve got a T5 now, love it!
@@MarkKerton Quick really boring question ... that tripod you are using .. is it the one in your links below? Thoughts on it if so .. I'm looking for a secondary tripod for vlogging camera (XT4) along with primary pod for longer hikes ...
@@MarkKerton Great to roll out of van bed close to the location ...
That’s the one Nigel yes, the Neewer. A great mid range tripod. Comes with the ball head which is nice and smooth. Just goes 6ft with the column extended. Nice 90 degrees option too
Very handy Nigel. Literally set up in Wistmans car park for the night👍🏻
One man and his 2 dogs went to photograph a forest with an ethereal feel of a fairy tale settings
What a fantastic woodland Al!
@@MarkKerton perfect for a little red riding hood or Robin Hood type costume calender or whatever takes your fancy.
@@MarkKerton perfect for a Halloween 🎃 themed photo shoot both day and night time
There’s a few images like that on google Al, quite funny!
@@MarkKerton put the kerton kracker knowledge into your shoot and it will be better than most
You need a balaclava next time! :)
Flippin do Simon!
How did you get permission to fly your drone? Enjoyed your vid on my list of places to photograph
Thanks Richard. Not sure we need permission in there do we? Unless I’m mistaken? I’ll look into it👍🏻 Well worth a visit, especially this time of year. Hope you can get there soon. Thanks for watching Richard👍🏻
Great video, Mark! Yeah, I know I always say the same thing.. LOL... very serene. Is this the trip with the drone thing or is that another trip? Shooting the 5D?
Thanks Stephen. Always appreciate your support and comments. Yes, shot on the 5d, love it! The drone mishap did happen down in Dartmoor but not in the woods. The waterfall video should be out Sunday/Monday all being well.
cool video... you have my Sub....
Lovely, thanks
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Great video Mark of a wood I used to camp in as a youngster in the army cadets, brought back some great memories, thank you.
Thanks for watching John. It is such a wonderful place to be in! I can imagine the camping trips were absolutely fantastic and a great experience. Hopefully, I will be back there soon through this winter🤞🏻