5 Things No One Tells You About Being A Landscape Photographer

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During a massive dump of snow in Northern Vancouver Island, I decide to head into the misty mountains on a quest for spectacular light. At first, my expectations are dashed but when I finally give up all hope, something magical happens.
In spite of suffering a hard fall on some icy river rock in the first 5 minutes of my adventure, I still show you my entire drill for shooting super sharp telephoto landscapes like a pro.
I also share with you the 5 things I wish I'd known before becoming a landscape photographer. They might not be what you expect.
What on earth is Amanda pouring down here gullet and what is that bizarre noise? What's happening with my book deliveries and does coastal BC really have a clone of Spirit Island?
There's only one way to find out. Hit play and then hit like!
VIDEO CHAPTERS:
🔘Pre-Trailer: 0:00
🔘Book Giveaway + Update: 0:56
🔘5 Things No One Tells You About Landscape Photography: 3:02
🔘Arriving at Gold River, Vancouver Island : 4:30
🔘The Composition Hunt Begins : 5:46
🔘Face Like A...: 9:58
🔘This Telephoto Image is Perfect for Instagram: 12:27
🔘Some Guy Ruins My Shot: 14.42
🔘How to Shoot Telephoto Landscapes: 15:15
🔘Why I Don't Use a Remote Shutter: 16.28
🔘More Freezing River Hiking: 18.09
🔘The Landscape Photographers Diet: 16:47
🔘My Expectations Are Unrealistic - WHY?: 20.00
🔘Arriving at Upana Caves: 22.35
🔘Hiking Through The Snow is Work: 23.44
🔘Any Bears or Cougars?: 25.36
🔘Can I Handle the Disappointment?: 26.38
🔘My Last Chance at Glory: 28.39
🔘I Finally Get a Decent Shot: 29.53
🔘This Place Looks Like Spirit Island: 33.28
🔘Is This My Killer Shot?: 33.51
🔘Bloopers BTS: 39.17
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@StephenDesRoches 3 жыл бұрын

Your tolerance for standing in wet feet and jeans is a top-level skill.

@soundscapenation 3 жыл бұрын

Stalagmites vs stalactites: an easy way to remember is the 'c' in stalactites is for 'ceiling' as in they drop down from the ceiling, and the 'g' in stalagmites is for 'ground' as in they rise up from the ground.

@taklebury 3 жыл бұрын

Or another way is stalactites have to hold on tite to keep from falling.

@drewarmstrong4325 3 жыл бұрын

@@taklebury And stalagmites might eventually grow enough to reach the ceiling.

@MikePageKaltenberg 3 жыл бұрын

'mites' grow up, 'tites' come down

@taklebury 3 жыл бұрын

@@drewarmstrong4325 this is true however the profile will stay largely the same wide at the base and skinnier at the top.

@CarolineFarrow 3 жыл бұрын

Amanda eating pop rocks is my spirit animal

@MichaelShainblum 3 жыл бұрын

A 40 min Fototripper video? Damn I need to switch from coffee to beer!

@fototripper 3 жыл бұрын

bring snacks!

@MichaelShainblum 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a marathon bar!

@garyheaton3302 3 жыл бұрын

@@MichaelShainblum This is so meta. Just beware of peanuts.

@fototripper 3 жыл бұрын

@@MichaelShainblum bwhahahahahahah

@markheslington214 3 жыл бұрын

Mites go up, tights come down :)

@merkin22 3 жыл бұрын

Years ago I was painting a house and the owner came out to chat with us while we had lunch and I took out a Mars bar for dessert and the home owner told me a story about when he was in a bomber (he a gunner) over Europe making the run back to England during WWII he recalled pulling a Mars bar from his kit; his hands were so cold he had difficulty getting it unwrapped, and it so near frozen that he essentially sucked on it like a popsicle. "Best thing he'd ever eat," he said. The way you cuddled with that Mars bar reminded me of that story. Another great photography video and also, as usual, some of the best entertainment on KZfaq. Thanks.

@fototripper 3 жыл бұрын

I bet they tasted way better back then.

@merkin22 3 жыл бұрын

@@fototripper LOL

@zeus4080 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love the dry humour on this channel. Cracks me up. Subbed ofc

@aaroncook5928 Жыл бұрын

One of the reasons I have subscribed, his personality is great! Love it

@KevinNordstrom 3 жыл бұрын

was in the Army and embraced the suck in the field and deployments. then i found nature/wildlife/landscape photograhy years later to help cope with ptsd.....and embracing the suck in photography is well worth it. thanks gavin for the inspiration.

@fototripper 3 жыл бұрын

Well said.

@neildethridge9455 3 жыл бұрын

That 40. Minutes breezed by like it was 5 minutes , pure class and entertainment

@luboinchina3013 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't notice it was that long. It really is a great production.

@michalfiraYT 3 жыл бұрын

Stalactite vs stalagmite - easy to remember. Stalagmite has letter "g" like "ground" so the are on a ground (formed on a floor of a cave). So stalactite is the other one - hanging from cave's ceiling - note stalactite has letter "c" like ceiling. Simple and easy to remember :-)

@georgedruin1058 3 жыл бұрын

Stalactites hang tight.

@matssandquist9258 3 жыл бұрын

What a perfect way to start a Monday. 40 min of fun. Actually Muck Boots are quite cool and trendy. Fits well and you can have them in both warm or light versions.

@michaelcoleman5058 3 жыл бұрын

"Chasing Awe" just arrived and it is "brilliant!" Uncle Grumpy's Forward was nice to read. You are one of the few Photographers who gives the location of your shoot, and I appreciate that very much. Thanks Mike

@jennifercrouse 3 жыл бұрын

Seriously jealous! Still waiting for mine. 📭

@fototripper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael. Only when a location is already well rinsed. If it's not yet been ruined, I keep it quiet ;)

@JohnDrummondPhoto 3 жыл бұрын

ARE YOU SH*TTING ME!! That's effing AWESOME!! Thanks, bro!!

@fototripper 3 жыл бұрын

heheheh you're welcome John. Now prepare to be the object of jealousy from hundreds of thousands of people!

@JohnDrummondPhoto 3 жыл бұрын

@@fototripper I KNEW there was a catch! LOL

@jennifercrouse 3 жыл бұрын

Is your ebay listing up yet John??? (Congrats!)

@JohnDrummondPhoto 3 жыл бұрын

@@jennifercrouse thanks!

@JohnDrummondPhoto 3 жыл бұрын

@@CraigNiesenPhotography thanks!

@memarkmc 3 жыл бұрын

Just another amazing video Gav, right from Amanda's Pop Rocks, to the stunning last image of the snow capped mountain licked by beautiful light. You are truly an amazing photographer, and you show us all how you should never give up for that perfect capture. Well done my friend, well done 👍

@sharvo6 20 күн бұрын

There you go, maximum satisfaction!

@docfluty 2 жыл бұрын

I have binged your videos over the last few weeks. I probably have watched 2-3 dozen or so. You are hilarious and your work is stunning. There is a guy named nico leonard who does high-end watch reviews and he has a sense of humor that is lacking in the watch community. I feel like your humor is in the same mold and is a breath of fresh air in the photography community. Your images have rekindled my photography passion and led to a gfx 100s purchase. Now I have to go out and explore more! Thank you

@dontcallmetraceyx 3 жыл бұрын

That moon image was incredible! I thought I was watching a Peter Lik “masterclass”. 🌕😎 🌕

@DennisSiebertPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

Then I'll watch the video again for the algorithm....(and the Pop Rocks) 😂

@fototripper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

@LuigiNespeca 3 жыл бұрын

@@fototripper I think I'll do the same, this video is very instructive about side B of beeing a Landscape phtographer!

@MaliDaviesPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

Is this a dream or is it a fantasy. I must of dreamt it, guess I’d better watch it again to be sure. 🥸👍

@fototripper 3 жыл бұрын

Good idea ;)

@robearl8121 Жыл бұрын

I’m currently playing catch up and have got this far so far. Chasing Awe has just been ordered to help me with some inspiration. Like you, I’m also an escapee of the old country and now live in the Middle of Nowhere, Canada. I’m happier behind the camera, shooting dogs or landscapes as I’ve got a face like an angry beaver after being run over and it tends to scare small children and granny’s.

@julianj7d374 3 жыл бұрын

The lengths you go to to entertain me is amazing. I am not standing in that river for you. Ever, just making that clear Gavin.

@eduardobochini7632 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making my Sunday mornings better ! 😉

@timscanlanphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Oh yes Gavin. They definitely lick the bag. (Oh and this is a stonking vid. Love it).

@john2000l Жыл бұрын

When you talk about expectations, there is no such thing as over or under expecting something. If you were able to expect everything, why go out looking for anything. You could sit in the backyard take a couple of photos based on what you can see from there and hope they sell. You have some great class on getting out there and going over the top to see what you can get. I enjoy your videos a great deal, and it has been a pleasure to watch. Keep up the great efforts and the fun that goes along with it. My best to Amanda, who seems to be the best foil that you could ever expect, and her willingness to go along for the ride !

@joewelsh1804 3 жыл бұрын

Worth waiting for. I enjoyed that.

@davidrehm9681 3 жыл бұрын

I just reached the point where you say "How did you film this clip without getting any footprints on the trail." As I watched - this is exactly what I was wondering. My quick conclusions were a drone possibly or there is another way around - you set up your camera, walk back to main trail, and then walk up. You're hilarious - just tells us!!!

@fototripper 3 жыл бұрын

Heli-tography

@warrenevan270 3 жыл бұрын

I love a full location vlog like this.well done Gav

@deransadventures 3 жыл бұрын

Such a great episode. Thank you!!

@aphotoadventure 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely LOVED this video!

@markjacksonphotos 3 жыл бұрын

Another great vlog and stunning images and sound. Love it. 👍🙂

@TBuanes_Photography 3 жыл бұрын

Great video once again :) Just love the last image with the glow and mist.. Perfect ! :)

@mitzimckay7934 3 жыл бұрын

Your winter photos are my favorite. So so spectacular!

@valeman1958 3 жыл бұрын

Those final shots gave me chills Gavin, just awesome!

@janetruggiero2244 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous image...so happy your perseverance paid off!

@FoxtheBear 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my! Those shots towards the end are magical!

@chrisprideaux8237 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, magnifique shots, great humour and finished with Amanda licking your bag. Perfect day!

@fernandosantos8573 3 жыл бұрын

I just love these videos. We learn so much about the process involved. Thank you so much.

@nickbristol3457 3 жыл бұрын

Great Gavin! That shot that reminded you of Spirt Island was wonderful and of course that last image was awesome. Fantastic conditions there!

@pradiptadattachaudhuri6457 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely awesome Gavin. Always there is some hope to get the best out of everything.

@ericcoulter95 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your work and videos. Keep it up man

@lisabradley9288 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Gavin, loved the humour plus fantastic final image. Patience does really pay off! 📸🍫🏔️🙂

@jeffj3creative 3 жыл бұрын

The plane bit had me laughing good! How I am when shooting MW haha; your sense of humor is great, the coffee sponsorship, etc (love it).

@Simon_PieMan 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video. I really appreciate the effort that you put into these, both the serious and funny. Great photos, makes me wish I lived near those places!

@Jeppyboi83 3 жыл бұрын

your enthusiasm for landscape photography makes me want to go out and shoot. Love your videos. keep them coming. Cheers from Australia! hopefully one day you will come shoot down here!

@PaulTimlett 3 жыл бұрын

Some beautiful images in the end. Your persistence paid off.

@legofanessex 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed both times....

@Sashman077 3 жыл бұрын

Your last image was amazing! Nature keeps us surprised. Enjoyed your video. Stay safe.

@chriss2761 3 жыл бұрын

Gavin great video and those images at the end are stunning, Just goes to show never give up this is what landscape photography is about and what makes it amazing getting out to capture the beauty of what’s out there🙌👍

@armandosanchez1862 3 жыл бұрын

I love the banter between Miss Amanda and you!

@thedachmo 3 жыл бұрын

That last shot was fantastic, moments like that just keep you going for the next one.

@dianevose9655 3 жыл бұрын

What an incredibly beautiful image to end the vlog with, just stunning! ✨

@toddmcgowan9449 3 жыл бұрын

Another terrific video! Your videography, humor, tutorials and of course your significant other makes these KZfaq videos a must see event!! Keep up the fantastic job!!

@julianheritage6436 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a final image, made it all worthwhile, nice one Gavin!

@AndyStareN 3 жыл бұрын

So glad for you that you got that banger shoot in the end =) what a great episode.

@rosislaviskarov9109 3 жыл бұрын

love your videos.The funniest and most unique photography channel on youtube.

@DarrenJSpoonley 3 жыл бұрын

Here’s how I remember it .. tights go down :-) Great episode Pal.. that light teased you for sure but glad you got that shot in the end !!

@samstone91 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the time and effort that went into making this! Up there as one of your best yet 👏

@adamlittlemore7211 3 жыл бұрын

You guys crack me up when am feeling down love your contact really inspired me and influence me as a landscape photographer

@zayitloud Жыл бұрын

Gavin, this is a great video, the landscape is so beautiful and the way you present your search for the right image is both educational and entertaining at the same time. I'm really fond of your videos as I have a good time watching them and learning from all the reasoning you apply into your images and to these situations we've all come to face when going out to photograph landscapes. This is a great amount of work you go through to put these videos together. You should indeed have more subscribers, but anyways, at least count on my loyal following of your work. please keep it up!

@bh9702 3 жыл бұрын

Whoa-ho-ho! Just got your book...super epic. Nice job brother, looks amazing. Images look even better in print than they do online. Outstanding!

@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67 3 жыл бұрын

Puredeadbrilliant! Fantastic video Gavin very entertaining, as always thanks for sharing.

@doreenhart94 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Gavin, yr patience paid off, I love yr humour, yr work is helping us get through these darn restrictions here in the UK. And congratulations to you both, if that ring on Amanda's finger is what I think it is ;) , you are a lovely couple.

@DesertOryx 3 жыл бұрын

What an effort. I can run and hike a long time but how you ignore rivers is very astonishing to me. Very happy to see you getting that well deserved superlight

@eefvelthorst4127 3 жыл бұрын

I love your optimism. Go on this way, it's one of the reasons to finally get the shot you had in mind.

@mikeinmontana8875 3 жыл бұрын

As another post has said. Made my Sunday even better Gavin. Talent and making folks smile (laugh over here in this house). We both really appreciate you and Amanda. Thank you! ~Mike, Montana

@dentonator96 3 жыл бұрын

Love the long videos. Thank you!

@davidellinsworth22 3 жыл бұрын

Always a nice surprise when a longer video arrives. Great stuff. Just goes to show, shoot for light! By the way, you're a lad, and so you should remember when the TIGHTS come down you MIGHT get up 🤣👍

@JohnScaneArt 3 жыл бұрын

I love that kind of light too, great shots!

@brianmckeever5280 3 жыл бұрын

Lots of humor, lots of details: Classic Fototripper!

@vlaney21 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy that the day finally delivered some beautiful images for you! No one likes getting skunked when putting so much effort into getting there...but it's even more pressure when you feel like you need to please an audience as well. Of course, just being out in nature can be reward enough. As always, I appreciate all of the effort you put into these videos!

@srodigital 3 жыл бұрын

Thoroughly enjoyable Gavin. Classic Fototripper vlog, in the style of a couple of years ago. Nice balance between photography and chuckles and a nice pace, to the point were the video flowed so well that I didn't even think about the length of the vlog, even after initially seeing the total length before watching. Its true what you say...the photography frustration is pretty high in the UK at the minute with the covid lockdown. Keep safe and well. S.

@chrisroot7182 3 жыл бұрын

Great episode! Absolutely loved those last images. Cheers!

@korisnik9yt 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Was just thinking about the footprints a sec before you mentioned it :) Some perfect nature over there...

@JonMurray 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video as always mate! You deserve far more subscribers! ✌🏻

@JasonLorette 3 жыл бұрын

What a great spot...! Fantastic patience on your part...damn that water must have been cold!

@de110v 3 жыл бұрын

Great video like all your videos. Only recently getting into photography and learning lots from your videos. When I started out I thought I was gonna travel to all the main beauty spots to get the impressive photos but have realised that I need to be able get good photos from the average/poor locations to test what I’m learning. Can’t wait for my copy of Chasing Awe to arrive to Ireland 😊

@craigrobson1032 3 жыл бұрын

Theres also something really special about being the only one who sees that fleeting moment in time... Stunning !! Thanks Gavin :)

@scotslad668 3 жыл бұрын

Superb bud. First time I've seen one of your videos, informative and very funny. Good job.

@kennygo8300 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as always. Talk to your doctor about Hyponatremia. About 3 gm of salt a day is not only beneficial, but necessary. I know... I've been there, but I live in Texas where we drink a lot of water and sweat frequently.

@TheMrericmichel 3 жыл бұрын

So, are you saying, Don't ever mess, with a sweaty Texan?

@kennygo8300 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMrericmichel LOL... all Texans are sweaty about 9 months of the year.

@TheMrericmichel 3 жыл бұрын

@@kennygo8300 yeah, its hot as balls where i live, most of the year too.

@MarcTerryPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Every chance I get, I go out. As I work 8/6 I try to make the best of the times I can. However, watching videos of people just getting mint shots after mint shots on youtube kills me me and makes me question "Am I any good" it's good to see the failure of people you watch. Helps me understand, that "it's not just me". Thank you for sharing this one.

@tonymorrison5023 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are the perfect balance of jokes, vlogs, and photo/photo advice.

@Zanagash 3 жыл бұрын

That last picture is AMAZING !!!

@pattymattes7124 3 жыл бұрын

Perseverance pays off doesn't it? Those last images are special with those misty clouds. They're beautiful! You and Amanda with those pop rocks, LOL. Thanks for giving me a chance to see some awesome views and images. Thanks for putting a smile on my face!

@tompetersphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Mate that last tele shot was stunning definitely worth the wait! And the wider shot looking towards the trees was a belter.

@lukeybaby45 3 жыл бұрын

just brilliant. when you said 'plop', it took me back (a long time) to primary school whilst I hooted with laughter. but 'I'm going to' was just magnifique. She's a true keeper with that comedic attitude! another excellent and polished video, thanks!

@malcrickman4999 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant, yet again.

@colinhendry3 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video. Final image was absolutely epic 👌

@louisecooperfacepaintartis5052 3 жыл бұрын

First time watcher, very entertaining love the humour, hope you get those sponsors lol

@dinsdalephotography 3 жыл бұрын

It's been said before but MAGNIFICENT shots !!! Thank you SO MUCH for taking us with you on your trips - the intense beauty of the mountains is so inspiring, coupled with classic commentary from the master of mirth - its always a winner. 40 Minutes of joy to combat lock-down-itis. Cheers Mate!

@MsDevilBabi 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this episode, your dedication to the shot is relentless! Three pairs of wet pants through freezing cold rivers! Thank you for the quality content! Now to win my copy of your book *joins mailing list*

@mattjpnw 3 жыл бұрын

Pop Rocks, frozen feet, and some atmospheric conditions! what more could you ask for. Great video as always!

@juna61 3 жыл бұрын

That last image with sun stripe. Just stunning.

@Lemonpopz 2 жыл бұрын

23:58 I love the fact you went through unbroken snow to get up to your camera. I love that attention to detail in your videos. Its a small one most people probably don't notice, but fantastic detail.

@kevinharmon480 3 жыл бұрын

Impressive fortitude sir. Cold and/or wet is a total whingefest for me these days. This wimp salutes you.

@natgian 3 жыл бұрын

I can totally relate with this „expectations“ thing 😅 I went for a very long hike this weekend, hoping I could capture a specific lake with the snow around it, but of course the lake was still frozen, so I wasn‘t able to get the shot I had hoped for. But I had a good time during the hike and the view was still beautiful.

@astralbody 3 жыл бұрын

You keep telling the truth of landscape photography and others won't partake...wait....KEEP IT UP!!!!! 😉😁 Damn..was hoping to win that pile of... congrats John! Along with gorgeous photography and epicously made comps, you videos always make me smile or bust a gut... Gavin, my antidepressant. Smashing vid my friend. Cheers, Gavin!!!!!! PS, that last image is smurftastic! Awesome photo!