Why Landscape Photographers must be Flexible
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2 жыл бұрынSuccess in landscape photography so often comes down to our ability to match a location to the conditions. A bit of careful planning can significantly increase our chances of being in the right place at the right time. But with so much dependent upon the weather, sometimes things just don’t go to plan.
Planning is an important part of landscape photography. However, we have to be flexible enough to abandon our plans when a better opportunity presents itself.
In this video, I visit Threlkeld Knotts in the Lake District to get a shot of the Blencathra. But when things don't go to plan, will I be flexible enough to make the most of the opportunities that present themselves?
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@laserengraverireland 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, haven't seen any new videos in awhile, I hope everything is OK and you are doing well, cheers Howard
@MSACoachMike Жыл бұрын
I hope that you are doing well, Chris - all the best for this holiday season!
@carlreid4161 Жыл бұрын
Sending best wishes mate hope you’re ok.
@JamesParkerPhotography Жыл бұрын
Chris - hope you are doing well! Miss your videos!
@henrywilliam8506 2 жыл бұрын
Landscape photographers must be flexible. I'm buggered then, as I can't even touch my toes. 😇. Great vlogs, Chris; please keep them coming, and yes, I did hit the like.
@jimwlouavl 2 жыл бұрын
I enjoy these “morning in the life” videos, Chris. Happy shooting.
@chriscockroft6545 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video as always. The image from Tewet tarn is spectacular. Might have to venture up there next trip up.
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
Not so keen on that shot from Tewet Tarn Chris, I don't really like the tones. It is no longer in my portfolio.
@ashstubbings2603 2 жыл бұрын
That sky was absolutely stunning Chris! I'd have loved to have been up there!
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
It was a lovely morning Ash, a pleasure to be out with the camera.
@brucedelorme5026 Жыл бұрын
Chris, where are you????
@wajidqureshi4105 Жыл бұрын
Hi Chris. Been wondering where you've been and hope all is well. Missed your videos lately. Best wishes & good health for 2023.
@RiccardoPareschi 2 жыл бұрын
Great points, and your dedication is awesome. This is a "low activity" period for my photography, but watching your videos is always very inspiring. Thanks !
@terrydickin3304 Жыл бұрын
Where are you Chris? What happened to your regular KZfaq videos? Haven't seen you in many months.
@daveshannon3934 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Chris. Drone footage, b roll, music suited the scene. All in all fantastic. Blencathra has to rate as one of my top 3 summits in the lakes.
@brianbeattyphotography 2 жыл бұрын
Great points Chris! Dedication getting up there that early! Part of what keeps photography fun and exciting is the variability in conditions.
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
I am very lucky that I am (and have always been) an early riser. Never had a problem getting up in the morning. As we approach the summer I will have some 02:00 shoots. Worth it though to ge up in the fells when no one else is around.
@wolfypics7339 Жыл бұрын
You called it a day Chris?
@BosePhotography 2 жыл бұрын
Great advice Chris, so many times I have missed out on good shots because I’ve not managed to be quick enough, or I’ve been prefixed on a particular shot or location. It’s usually because I’m trying to get to a certain location in time, and don’t stop to take an image that appears when i’m on my way because I’m in a rush to get to that spot! It’s hard to get right! I’ve taken to being prepared to grab a quick handheld shot at least if I can, and that approach has paid off at times. S
@tonykeogh6139 2 жыл бұрын
Rare visit back to the lakes next week for 3 days of photography and golf so looking for inspiration and always enjoy your vlogs and locations.
@MiguelACoronaDM 2 жыл бұрын
A good lesson Chris. Really thought the light was going to happen. I like the critique and reflection element in this video. You'll be ready for the next go.
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely Miguel - I actually feel quite optimistic about the composition that I dug out of the b-roll for this video.
@jbairdexp 2 жыл бұрын
A valuable lesson there mate. I'm constantly guilty of being narrow focused despite better information being available!! lol
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
When talking about your narrow focus, are we talking about your obsession with snacks?
@jbairdexp 2 жыл бұрын
@@ChrisSalePhoto Maybe lol
@timothykieper 2 жыл бұрын
You did not mention this time, but I like the continued use of drone shots as B Roll. It adds a cinematic touch and serves as a subtle change of pace. Very Nice !
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Timothy - I will try to keep the drone shots in future videos.
@paulatterby7507 2 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed that one Chris. Im a firm believer in planning and revisiting locations many times over. As a mountain, Blencathra takes some beating and I always look at it in awe every time I drive by, in fact, Ive been by it today enroute to the Newlands valley.
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
I do the same Paul - most of the shots in my portfolio come from visiting a location over and over again. I am typically working between 12 and 18 locations at any one time. But once I get the shot, the location gets retired and I move on to something else.
@paulatterby7507 2 жыл бұрын
I can understand the need to "retire" a shot and move on as a professional. Personally, as an amateur, I will return to "successful " shots from time to time. Over the years I have come to realise that landscape photography invloves a lot of legwork and standing about!
@alanpinn2266 2 жыл бұрын
3:00 am - now that's dedication! Too bad you missed out on the pastel sunrise. But yes I agree with what you're saying in this vlog. We must be flexible and go with the flow. Let's not get so narrow minded with pre-visualizing a shot - that we miss out on other great opportunities. Lesson learned!
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
I've been thinking about that Alan - I am not sure what I would have done with a shot of the pink sky had I managed to get one. I am not sure it would have sat well in my portfolio. At least I have the video as a reminder.
@lakesrhino1 2 жыл бұрын
Chris, very good. Firstly about foreground especially as we were talking about it tonight. Agree re being flexible, some once said to me, don't forget to look behind you, which has helped me get a much better shot on more than one occasion. I take it you are using a drone now for some of your B role.
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Rod - yeah, I have a Mavic Mini - really enjoy using it for video, but it only shoots JPEG so I won't be using it for photography.
@Brock_in_the_North Жыл бұрын
Wonder what happened to Chris? I wonder if he's had to go back into corporate work. Wouldn't blame him if he has to be honest. Trying times indeed
@ThyWorshipMetal Жыл бұрын
There have been a couple photographers that have dropped from the map, Owen Clarke has also stopped uploading too it's a shame
@bobarchbold275 Жыл бұрын
Maybe there's a chance of a return... he's back on Instagram.....
@brucedelorme5026 2 жыл бұрын
Chris, hope you are well. We miss your VLOGS
@paulatterby7507 Жыл бұрын
Took a walk up there yesterday Chris, just for a look around. Like you say, lots of potential, but unfortunately the weather came in and totally obscured Blencathra. Will go back soon though.
@CluelessYoutuber 2 жыл бұрын
More often than not, I find myself having to go back to a location time and time again to get decent conditions. But when they do align, makes me feel all that was worth it and do it again 😂 great message and loved the photo critique towards the end.
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
That is my approach too. Most of the photos in my portfolio come from revisiting a location many times. It takes me a while to find the composition and then to match the conditions to the scene. But once a shot has made it into my portfolio, I then retire it and move on to something else.
@thfcgriff24 2 жыл бұрын
Pp
@JamesParkerPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
Chris - I feel you. Your video is almost identical to the one I have queued for release tomorrow. I was at Zion NP wanting a shot of the Watchman with the river in the foreground. I wasn't paying attention to the light elsewhere till I happened to glance over.... It was a mad panic and rush as I abandoned my original plan. LOL! Thanks for sharing!
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
I think this is where KZfaq holds me back James. If I didn't have to worry about filming, I think I would be able to react better to what was going on around me.
@JamesParkerPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
@@ChrisSalePhoto Absolutely. It's especially difficult if you are trying to get the best quality video using a separate camera, tripod, wireless mic, etc. I'm not sure how some people do it. I use just my Osmo Pocket 2 and wireless mic and rarely set up another tripod simply because it takes too much time to add all the additional gear. Regardless, I enjoy all of your content!
@wilsonwhanau5618 2 жыл бұрын
Liking the drone shots. It looks like you’ve really thought about it rather than shove it up and hope for the best. You could do a follow me shot on the way out so we can see overall where you have to walk to etc this would also give us an idea of the isolation and effort you take to get somewhere to shoot.
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
That would be great Wilson, but I only have a Mavic Mini which has limited functionality and does have a follow me mode. That being said, I was given it by a friend and I am everso grateful. I love using it for my videos and think it has added and extra element.
@CraigNiesenPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
Chris, I think that most of us are guilty of tunnel vision. I know that I have spent countless evenings working on the same composition when clearly the light and the weather are working better for a different subject at the location. Usually, I am better at avoiding tunnel vision when I am on a photography trip. Still, last year we revisited Badlands National Park, and I fell into the trap of being overly focused on the perfect composition. Thanks for sharing. Peace and Safe Travels -Craig
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
It is a difficult problem to over come I think Craig, particularly if you are filming yourself as well. There is so much to think about.
@CraigNiesenPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
@@ChrisSalePhoto I agree KZfaq adds a level of complexity to our landscape photography outings. While editing my videos and watching others, I have noticed that sometimes we will frame up a very lovely composition for use as B-roll. And sometimes, not always, that composition would have made for a better photograph. Generally, I see it in videos where we are not sure of the photograph that we made while on location. By the way, I love the addition of the drone B-roll shots. It adds another level to the story when you are on location.
@capturehadsel 2 жыл бұрын
Great video and yes the weather is not always like promised in the weather forecast. If you wanna show the mountain like the main object the image has a to dominant foreground that will get all the focus in the image, but the image like it is isn't a bad one? Maybe I didn't react before, but did you start flying a Drone? I really like the b-roll sequences with the drone. Greetings from Norway
@si0054 2 жыл бұрын
I think clough head may offer a better perspective, much higher and should be great for sunset too.
@tonyhayes9827 2 жыл бұрын
Agree with your criticisms and summing up. I'm a bit opposite from you which ain't good either. I set out on a mission and get distracted too easily. The siren's song would destroy me no problem!
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
I guess it is going to be a case of trying to strike a balance between the 2 extremes Tony. I shall keep trying!
@chilecayenne 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Chris, Always fun to watch your presentations. I liked the sunrise shot actually. I do notice you don't ever seem to try to shoot some things pano, with multiple shots and stitch them...and I think it would work a lot on what you shoot. Maybe give that a shot and then that will allow you to crop in a bit to get the exact framing you are after. Just a suggestion....hoping to see you try some of that. Have a GREAT day!! CC
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
Hi CC - I have tried that before, I did a video on it a few years back. But I've never been a lover of panos - I don't know why. I sometimes wonder if it's because I share most of my work on social media and panos just don't work very well on there. My mate Ewan Dunsmuir does some wonderful panoramas - really good stuff. But then he mostly sells HUGE prints.
@dennispenton2052 Жыл бұрын
@@ChrisSalePhoto Hi Chris - miss your videos - grounding great insight for your followers. My best wishes to you.
@ChristineWilsonPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
Flexibility is key, your right, if you can't see what you came for look for something else
@gordonsimpson1020 Жыл бұрын
Are you ok Chris, youve not posted anything for a while.
@gerryfalconer9190 2 жыл бұрын
Great video what's the music
@ChristineWilsonPhotography Жыл бұрын
Yes im wondering the same , where did Chris go, his I nsta account and website are not active either 🤔
@Bubble5555 Жыл бұрын
Anyone know if Chris is ok?
@raybriggs4529 Жыл бұрын
Where have you gone??????
@ianbeck9647 2 жыл бұрын
I would recommend MWIS weather report (Mountain Weather Information System) rather than BBC. It is much more accurate.
@gdr1948 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris. Missing your videos. Hope you are ok. Geoff R.
@myospiziobernina 2 жыл бұрын
chris, do you have a drone? good idea for a landscape photographer videos. best wishes marcus
@ChrisSalePhoto 2 жыл бұрын
Yes Marcus, I have a drone. I use it to add a bit of movement to the b-roll in my videos, rather than just static shots.
@myospiziobernina 2 жыл бұрын
@@ChrisSalePhoto i like it makes your videos a 10+. Before the drone they are only a 10 ;-) take care i like yor stuff
@valpayne2963 Жыл бұрын
Chris explains his absence on his Kofe account.
@graydivision Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I did check out his Ko-fi account. I have watched his videos from the first one and was concerned by his absence.
@WiesawWiesaw-gg3zc Жыл бұрын
Why are there no more videos? is everything OK ?
@cluelessphotographer Жыл бұрын
Hey Chris, No vids in a few months, are you ok?
@davidbailey1689 Жыл бұрын
No plan survives first contact with the enemy.
@cesaraugustomargato7211 Жыл бұрын
Where is Chris?
@timeandtides8701 Жыл бұрын
Are you done with KZfaq, Chris?
@S.F.D.R Жыл бұрын
it looks like he is done with photography in general. all his accounts have been inactive for months
@timeandtides8701 Жыл бұрын
@@S.F.D.R That’s a shame
@jamesm9560 11 ай бұрын
Hope you're doing okay.
@brucedelorme5026 Жыл бұрын
Chris. Atleast let us know know your ok
@S.F.D.R Жыл бұрын
i know right. i wonder if there's someone who knows him personally that could give us some news.
@jonfletcher147 Жыл бұрын
Have you quit the channel Chris? :(
@nigelwest3430 Жыл бұрын
Have you quit KZfaq ?
@davegfx6395 Жыл бұрын
Any news on what happened to Chris, I hope all is well.
@gordonsimpson1020 Жыл бұрын
Are you ok Chris, youve not posted anything for a while.
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