How to Film Yourself

[@tradergalsal6092]

Without the storytelling, I probably wouldn't watch. I love listening to your thought process and dialog. I find your process and lifestyle endlessly interesting and entertaining. Please don't stop storytelling!

[@djclog]

insanely wifeable

[@CaptFredRossiter]

So you want a cabin in the woods. May I offer an observation? I see you as a gifted "story teller" first, then a photographer. A photojournalist! There was a guy named John Nichols in Denver. He put together interesting stories for a local news station. Called them "a nickels' worth". He was a story teller only not as good as you. He made a lot of money during his career because he was a good story teller. He didn't sell himself as a photographer. You are bigger and better than KZbin. You are a creator who could tell a terrific story about anything!! You have some "60 minutes" in you. All they do is tell stories but on a grander scale. My advice? Branch out and broaden your subject matter, your scope. Expand your horizons. How bout climate stories, environmental stories, the disappearance of salmon from the Pacific Northwest, etc. And btw: you are a terrific videographer!!

[@lynnstone6998]

Photographer is the obvious talent, but you are also a great writer which means you will be putting yourself forward. It may feel awkward to you, but it draws us in and creates human emotion which is the whole point of art. I loved seeing behind the scenes because your content is top quality.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thank you so much 🥹🙏🏻

[@anamegoeshere]

@@ChristianSchaffer now do a video too where u show how to "wear less makeup"

[@brianjay9811]

Boy, the combination of the right music with the right scene, such as in your ending, can transport the mind into absolutely wonderful places. Thanks for your talents...

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thanks Brian 🙏🏻

[@user-jb7vr2uj4n]

Christian, your work is the evidence of all the shooting you do. You bring nature to life, and whether or not you speak in your videos, you always tell a story which is always wonderful! Thank you for bringing your work, and the beauty of nature to us!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

I appreciate you! 🙏🏻

[@mysimplevanlife]

I have been so inspired by Christian. She truly loves what she does

[@NocturnalNation]

Yup, it shows​@mysimplevanlife

[@Scrambler85]

Loved this video, don't change a thing. You are the reason we are here. You as the subject makes this interesting. Love your photography and your thought process. I always look forward to your videos. Your clarity of thought is refreshing. 👍

[@jessejayphotography]

I really enjoy the behind the scenes of what others use to film solo and the lengths people go to make their videos on KZbin. Filming solo can be really challenging. Endless walking back to get the camera and fussing with tripods. Finding scenes that are both interesting and move the story along. Having to pack and unpack cameras and drones at a moments notice to try and capture a moment before it's gone. All while trying to make it natural when none of it is and sometimes looks downright silly af.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

The packing and unpacking can be the hardest part at times 😅 After the 25th time it’s like, no moreee

[@MatthewRaifman]

I’m so impressed by your work. Watching your videos is like meditating, in the best of ways. Awesome video.

[@JE2PO]

Really like this vid 👍

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thank you Matthew 🥹🙏🏻

[@francoisg1393]

Every one of your video feels fresh and unique. This is why you can make a video like this, meant to be a behind the scene and a tutorial, but it just falls in line with your entire library of videos. It's always about making the best out of the moment. You're an explorer of moments. You say you don't like being the subject of your videos, but honestly, I don't feel like you're the theme. You're the soul of it. The moments are the themes of your videos.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thank you so much Francois 🥹🙏🏻 And I love your perspective on theme - I’ve never thought of it that way

[@Hetpust]

💯💯💯

[@LCLand]

Such a lovely way to say it. Totally agree.

[@owenL]

SO much breathtaking telluric beauty; with captivating and compelling insights and narratives from the most photogenic elven protagonist on the continent! Absolutely wonderful each and every time.

[@darrellbrown8165]

I'm just amazed every time I watch one of your videos, I find myself smiling and taking it all in. You just have a way of putting everything together into a perfect package, even if it took days to do it. A great mix of scenery, and somehow you always find the music that fits so well. Thank you for taking us along! Safe travels.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

🥲🙏🏻

[@rjsieder]

This is the episode I didn't know I needed! A fascinating behind-the-scenes look at your process. Personally, I think the amount of "you" that is in your videos is a big part of what makes them so special. Those drone shots of the trees above the forest looking down are mesmerizing. Thank you for sharing the effort that goes into what you create. I think another episode including some of the stuff you discarded, and why, would be informative too.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thank you! Cool idea for another video 🙌🏻

[@ndnpony]

Christian, I have been following your channel for years! IMHO you do not create mediocre videos. You said you want the viewer to feel like they/we are right there with you. With all the technology we have, that is a high goal in itself. I have always deeply believed that writers see the world in expressive words, musicians hear the world in a collective harmony, photographers & videographers see the beauty in everything, you see the expressions, hear the harmony and you find the beauty in even the finest detail! YOU have the gift of being able to allow those, who are fortunate enough, to experience your work as if we were there with you and seeing it all through your eyes. Of all your work, this is my favorite!

[@barryread3672]

Can’t believe all the work that goes into the filming! I know that the editing is really time consuming. Your artistic touch is the real talent and is the glue that makes it so beautiful and inspiring! I can’t speak for others here, but your story is the very reason that I follow this channel. Wish I had a thimble full of your talent. Thank you for teaching some of the magic. Keep doing what you do and I and will continue to watch…I’m sure many others will do the same.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Too kind 🥹🙏🏻

[@KaraKirtley]

YAY 🎉 Another video! Love these, thanks for the time and effort you put into making your videos amazing!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@WayneThePoet]

Another incredible video. Your innate artistic vision especially with composition is what makes your nature work special. Knowing that in spite of junk dumped nearby, the distant mountain image is going to come through, and though you’re near a noisy, busy road, the fog through the trees is the capture you’re looking for. Your unhurried tempo is important too, no frenetic dialog, just easy and articulate. It’s all reflected in your description of the surrounding cafe scene.. raspberry scone, Americano, guys playing guitar, fog in the mountains, the river, a train going by… just paints the perfect easy mood. So good. Enjoyed the BTS, fun to see how you work. Thanks Christian, hope your property search going okay. ✌🏼❤️🙂

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thank you Wayne 🙏🏻 I look forward to your comments. You often notice even the smallest details and I really appreciate that

[@DetlevObst]

Very nicely done, Christian! Most viewers probably don't have any concept of just how much energy goes into setting up your shots, then add multiple cameras and devices, post editing, finding music, edit in voiceover, ... You have a way of capturing a Nature moment in time and then add a fitting soundscape which, in this case, had a kind of Western settler vibe with the banjo. From a 600mi bike trip I remember what it's like to come across breathtaking places that are just there, waiting to be found, and then, left alone in their pristine form. Be well out there and thank you for doing what you do ~

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thank you so much 🥲🙏🏻

[@DetlevObst]

@@ChristianSchaffer 🤗😎💖

[@cricketcorner8950]

Thanks for sharing your process with us! I dabble in nature photography for fun, but have never done video, and was curious. I know from photography just how many hours it can take to get a handful of shots I’m happy with, so have always appreciated the work you put into your videos. They’re peaceful and calming, and I appreciate your balanced approach to the narration. You tell a story, but so much of the story is in the video itself, and you are good at stepping back and not getting in the way of that with excessive monologues. At the same time, I agree with you that it if was only nature footage, I wouldn’t be as drawn to watching. You bring in enough of yourself to keep it interesting. Thanks so much for sharing your journey. 🙂

[@ChristianSchaffer]

appreciate this more than you know 🥲🙏🏻 I do my best to strike a balance so means a lot when it resonates

[@KenJohnsonFlyfishing]

What a game changer those drones are. They sure beat climbing a tree, strapping down a camera, climbing down, then using a remote and climbing back up again to get your camera. Thanks for the tutorial, Christian. Lots of great ideas!

[@CMHussmusic]

You are amazing!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Haha yeah, that would be quite the process for an aerial shot!

[@timexner9096]

That last shot is sensational. Thanks for this video. It's great to see the process in play.

[@JackieBrown111]

Even though you inadvertently became the focal point of many of your videos, you definitely compliment the incredible shots and footage of the beautiful scenery. Also, making a behind the scenes video answered questions about the time, types of equipment, and difficulties. You do a lot to get those perfect shots 🎥 📸

[@nybe]

You're your own best crew, the woman behind the woman behind the woman... Beautiful work even when making a "how to video." It's so stunning to see the world through all your eyes.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Wow, thank you 🥲🙏🏻

[@andreashogberg4123]

Thank you for all the work you put in filming and really spoiling us with all your amazing content. ❤️

[@MOTrav]

A lot of thought and skill goes into your work. I'm always impressed with the quality seamless videos you post. Rock on!

[@MetricMod]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it many more times. You’re a touchstone artist who happens to have a large audio/video canvass. Your work is bigger than the whole sky and I’ve always loved and appreciated what you do. I know it’s quite laborious and the passion you need to do this is not understood by many. Thank you for being here.😊🙌🏾❤️ Oh and Hello from Vancouver Island, AGAIN!!🤣😂

[@ChristianSchaffer]

I appreciate you 🥹🙏🏻

[@Tyelkormoko]

Amazing episode! I loved the behind the scene kind of feel. I realized that I really expect a lot from your videos, because you always deliver it though, and not because I am a demanding viewer. Beautiful shots, a narrative telling me a story, a frame to forget about my own hectic life, and now: Something new to learn! Awesome stuff, and thank you for all your hard work.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thanks for always tuning in 😊🙏🏻

[@jl33278]

Your photography is amazing and healing. When I feel overwhelmed your videos always lift me up help me move forward. Love your personality. Stay safe and know you are loved.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

🥹🙏🏻

[@stevecrombie5357]

Hi Christian. Thank you so much. Most of the technical stuff in this video was beyond my grasp, but the story you paint through your work always fills me with emotion. I thought I knew your videos required a ton of work, but I still didn't understand as much as I thought I did. I'm okay with you being the center of attention, this is your work, focused around your journey. Love you very much. Thanks again for sharing yourself with us. ❤🙏

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Appreciate you always, Steve! 😊

[@rmparra1]

I found you accidentally right after a stressful situation occurred on my way to work. I felt like I was watching a movie. Your storytelling is on point and those views are simply amazing. My stress diminished while watching, especially at 17:30 mark..that blue rushing water...MY FAVE❤ thank you for creating this video. Now I'm so relaxed, I need to roll myself out of my car for work😂

[@rthib1960]

That was really informative and entertaining. Your skill level is way up there! Any you being in the storyline is not a bad thing. I like that you don't make it all about you, but having you in it definitely enhances your videos! I look forward to seeing how your creative journey continues to grow and unfold. Greetings from New Hampshire!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@kinglizzy99]

Thank you for sharing the behind the scenes effort as it doesn’t go unnoticed….thank you for the incredible content and hard work! 😊

[@ChristianSchaffer]

I appreciate you 🥲🙏🏻

[@ebptube]

Each clip of yours is a master piece. And of course there is a lot of work behind those smooth videos of yours. Then music binds it all together. You are good!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Too kind! 🥲🙏🏻

[@davidw3932]

Very talented. You said about story telling. Im in England and seeing your story of travesling Route 66 would be an amazing video i reckon. Seeing the contrast of nature and the urban places you would travel through and the experiences that they would show, would be some story. With your clear talent and personality, it would be a winner. No doubt. Keep up the great work, much respect 😊

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thanks David 🥹🙏🏻

[@zachstraxx9899]

🤣 Ok....that first shot of your camera and tripod on the steering wheel just totally cracked me up! Loved seeing behind the scenes! It's a lot of work, but not really when you love it! Would love some tips on filming and editing with just a cell phone from you some day. Great job! Thanks!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

The worst is when other cars pull up next to me and give me the most confused look, like WHAT is she doing 😅

[@KuldaevaWatercolor]

Hi Christian, your storytelling is compelling, and I tend to come back to your content greatly due to your storytelling abilities. I also admire your artistic and filmmaking skills. Thank you so much for sharing your tips; I needed to see this video without even realizing it.

[@cizzler74]

Me filming myself filming myself would have had a lot more tripods tipping over, smashed lenses, tripping on roots and spilling half my Americano down the front of my jacket 🤣 You make it seem so effortless but the BTS makes me appreciate your content that much more. Thanks for sharing! 💚

[@ChristianSchaffer]

I had a lot of close calls 😂 At one point I went on a ramble about all the gear I’ve broken in embarrassing ways but it was such a tangent, wound up cutting it. It definitely happens tho haha

[@ardethellis8930]

My thoughts exactly😄

[@CeeCee630]

@@ChristianSchaffer You should do another, amusing video about that!

[@spokinabout2236]

@@ChristianSchaffer that broken equipment ramble could be a nice core for an all-bloopers reel! you have always been so easy with sharing the down sides of what you do and it's an especially nice part since your capture of nature - static or dynamic - is so spectacular. it's one of the most humanizing parts of what you do here. a really nice contrast.

[@kimdawcatgirl]

My efforts would have lots of bleeps!

[@JosephPuplava]

This is really good. You are the first KZbinr who explains how to film yourself. It is very informative how you filmed yourself to help me to start my KZbin soon. So good! I am glad you are the first KZbinr to cover this topic I have been waiting for. Thank you!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

So glad it was helpful :) There are some really great videos out there that showcase how to film yourself - one of my recent favorites is by @karlshakur. Def recommend!

[@JosephPuplava]

@@ChristianSchaffer Thank you. I'll check it out.

[@occasionalrv]

Excellent video. Many don’t fully understand the volume of work that goes into making powerful well composed videos. I always enjoy your videos and you are a true artist.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thank you so much 🥲🙏🏻

[@arunphillips6977]

It's incredible the amount of time, effort, kit etc you need just to make a quality vid. I admire these You Tubers who are so dedicated.

[@JohnnyBeegood1]

So many amazing magical images packed into your videos. And you are great as the human host showing off all these wonders of the natural world. IMHO I would not change too much about the formula of your videos, but do what makes you the most happy. Lovin' the channel! 😄 🥰❤

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Appreciate you! 🙏🏻

[@terryreichert8345]

The amount of effort you give to film a scene is crazy but your results show your expertise. Thanks for showing us what you do and it is a learning experience for us!

[@TheWanderer03]

Thanks a lot for your efforts and sharing these videos. This is the type of content that’s so much helpful and not seen everywhere. Please keep up! ✨

[@ChristianSchaffer]

You're very welcome! 😊

[@geoffreywalker7308]

These are some of my favorite videos… mainly because they convince me that I really don’t want to do all the work involved with making such amazing content. You really are one of the most talented cinematographers I know of. Great work… and thank you for sharing the “how”.

[@Poppy-xp8fr]

Thank you for bringing sunshine to my day! 😊🌞

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Right back at ya 😊

[@Poppy-xp8fr]

❤️

[@radisson8627]

I enjoy your videos, no matter for the subject but for the time spent shooting and editing. It shows. I can only imagine the many minutes it takes to set-up gear, shooting ideal scenes and get everything back into the lab (your van in this occurence) and all this for the very few seconds of film that will be part of a next video. As I have said before, yours are a visual experience. Thank you! ❤😊

[@ForWildsSake]

As always, another amazing video. Love your style, and that’s some awesome advice and it shows how much work really goes into making quality content. Thank you!!

[@paulelverstone8677]

Yeah, it doesn't go unnoticed, all the work that you must be doing behind every 3 second walk past or drive-by. Your photography and videography is amazing but - honestly - I'm really here for the story that you want to tell. Still; nice to see how you do all this and give insight into the attention behind it all. It is appreciated by us all...

[@Najitaka]

Thanks for the insight into your work. Now we'll be scared that you are so close to the roads getting these crazy beautiful shots lol. How often do you have to go back to an area to shoot it again because of equipment failure or because you did something in the shot that you didn't like? Also, sorry but we think your van is the main character, you just happen to come along as her photographer and voice :) Seriously, you do awesome work. I've said it before, your videos are better quality than anything on TV. Your eye for capturing just the right shot is amazing.

[@MrfiX725]

Your photography/cinematography is one of the main reasons why I watch/subscribe to your channel. Super talented work!!!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Wow, thank you 🥲🙏🏻

[@diegosvan]

WOW It's amazing how you are doing all of it by yourself! Chapeau! Very useful video! Thank you so much for sharing some of your secrets! The video is stunning as always...this time even better than usual!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thanks so much!

[@kennethjacobs4824]

Love your videos. It is obvious you are not only an adventure, but an artist. Your wonderful style of speaking is a bonus. I believe you had photos of Mt. Index. One of my favorite views. ❤

[@lyfandeth]

You thank us for being there, but it is we who must thank you for the priviledge of joining you.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

🥹🙏🏻

[@TheFeelButton]

Adventures in solo filmmaking! Cheers Christian!!

[@Superbates123]

This girl is just too cool and too attractive. Where was she when I was 30 and hiking and mountain climbing? Now I’m married with kids and living in flat FL. Did my residency here and wound up staying. Life has a funny way of turning out not quite how we envisioned it. But no complaints.

[@MatthewRaifman]

She’s also a pretty amazing filmmaker…

[@Superbates123]

@@MatthewRaifman Agree

[@ardethellis8930]

Flat Florida is also extraordinarily beautiful. We moved from Gainesville FL to Washington State and 18 years later, I still miss the springs and the beaches.

[@jakphoto]

How creepy of you to say . . .

[@BlueLion364]

Thank you for the great BTS. Now we know how you stay in shape. Every hike you do takes 2 to 3 times more hiking when you film it. I'm glad you shared how you make these videos and now we have a much better appreciation for how much work and effort you put into them. I know you said you didn't want to share so much of yourself and that's understandable. But that's what keep people coming back. That and the beautiful shots you get. I know I look forward to seeing your videos and how my "friend" (used in the ironic sense knowing we know much more about you than you do of us) is doing. Your viewers care about you at least as much as the beautiful scenery.

[@gregsage1605]

I really appreciate your creativity and art, but it's you - your thought process that makes your work interesting to me. Thanks for sharing.

[@Knowfere]

WOW! And that's why you have a great number of followers- your content is always impressive. A huge thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@JAviREI67]

Hey Christian, I’ve been enjoying your work, your beautiful images for a few years now and I can honestly say that you have been a joy and part of my solution to my sanity… Thank you j😊

[@ChristianSchaffer]

🥹🙏🏻

[@valappleby9960]

Christian, your work shows your knowledge and your love for what you do. We so enjoy your videos. I am not into photography at all, so I know nothing about all your equipment but that didn’t dampen my love of your views at all!! So beautiful!! Been following you for a couple years and I’ve seen so many breathtaking views of things. Thank you!

[@valappleby9960]

Oh, I I love your commentary!!

[@M.C.A.T.]

I'm really happy you made this video! I worked as a photographer for 25 years and find myself getting sucked back in now after walking away years ago. The photo/video world is a whole new paradigm now! I'm glad to see I'm not out to lunch when I spend half an hour for a few seconds of footage! I keep trying to streamline things but I have been slowly coming to grips with idea that you just can't - so, I can be outside doing my thing for pleasure, or for shooting but not really both at the same time. It's so nice to catch glimpse of your "photo personality" - thanks for sharing your process!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

based on conversations I’ve had with other creatives, a lot of us take more time than we’d like to admit 😅 but I think that’s a good thing - art requires time and experimentation

[@Cobalt288]

Extraordinarily crisp and clear vision of the natural environment. Breathtakingly beautiful shots.

[@ardethellis8930]

Love this behind the scenes, behind the scenes. I have trouble with the unpredictable weather here in the PNW just gardening. I can't imagine trying to film it too. What ever you do keep sharing it with us. 😍

[@ChristianSchaffer]

The weather definitely threw a few curve balls during the filming of this video haha

[@EugeniaSoares]

I have to say that it's amazing what you do. I myself love the adventure of filming and photography. To learn more and contemplate life and people. I'm a Business design consultant and your video will be a tool for me to explain my clients so many things. (quick tip for the boots: I got a Vessi, they are just amazing. And their new boots are light and I even had my whole feet in the water and they were dry. Every photographer needs one of them. ) I'll be sharing your videos in my LinkedIn. I"ll look up for you in the Vero app as well. I'm a huge fun of your work. Cheers and stay safe on the road.

[@mastandstars]

Such a coincidence. Earlier today I thought I hadn’t seen a video of yours recently & “I bet she posts one today” and Bam! You did 😎 I do enjoy the voiceovers and hearing your perspective. In everyday life there isn’t this depth and it’s amazing to be able to experience it here with creators like you ❤

[@scottstockdale8062]

I'm in awe of your work and creative process, Christian! I love your storytelling and shots. Spellbinding stuff ❤

[@DonnaRigsby]

What I love about these nature scenes is how it reminds us how truly beautiful the Earth really is. Being able to see nature from so many different angles is such a blessing. You get to see what birds see. We get to see the majesty and the variety of creation, in all its beauty and magnificence. Thank you for contributing your curiosity, creativity, and skills to the well-being of humanity.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thank you, Donna 🙏🏻 It sure is a beautiful place we get to call home ✨

[@cosmicwings7211]

All your videos are masterpieces. I love your style, your voice, your thoughts, these fantastic landscapes and how you bring all together with your music choice. Much love from Italy❤🎉

[@kevinmcguigan7299]

Your photography and videos are amazing, beautiful and inspiring. You play down your talent. There's a lot of awareness and work going in to these, the editing, music choice and your narration is perfect. Thank you.

[@PourMeOne]

That was so cool to see how much goes into the behind the scenes when creating a video. Such amazing landscape. I have lived all over the US and WA was the most beautiful state I have ever lived. We fished the Hoh river and the colors in the water, just incredible.

[@geekygramp]

You are not only a great Photographer and Videographer. But a very good editor. I always like watching your content. It is not easy to film by yourself, and it really take a lot of effort just to take a few seconds shot. Thank you for sharing

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Appreciate you! 🙏🏻

[@jgoo4572]

It’s great to see this video as your photography and videography is consistently the best I’ve seen on KZbin! I appreciate your detailed work!

[@costing3606]

that drone shot at the end with fog rolling is absolutely amazing

[@dw1168]

All of your videos are super high quality...epic scenery, skillful cinematography and excellent storytelling...but now you just upped the ante and did some Inception mind warp jiu jitsu! Filming yourself filming yourself is incredible and if I'm not mistaken sometimes filming yourself while filming yourself filming yourself...it's enchanting and totally engaging! You rock and thank you for all your creations.

[@iowa_don]

Fabulous, just fabulous! I always thought there was quite a lot going on "behind the scenes", but WOW! Just WOW!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

never quite know how the day will go 😂

[@BradMangas]

What an enjoyable and well done video. I have been absent for awhile and look forward to getting caught up. Even thought many things change along our way, the beauty of life, living, and enjoying everyday is always the best option. Those feelings came through in this. Take care young lady.

[@edikitan]

❤This was so good! Verified that filming yourself is fun, taps your creativity gene, and the back and forth to compose and star in the video takes planning and tech knowledge to grab enough footage to create the high quality videos that you’re known for!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Rarely a dull moment, that’s for sure 🤓

[@derekmctavish]

Suuuper cool video! You touched on something with this that I haven't seen from other "how I film myself" videos -- something about the merger of chaos and so so so much planning. Honestly I feel like this validates a lot of my own experiences filming myself, and you've provided an inspiring example of slowing down even further to find the better shot, the better story, etc. Personally, I would really value a followup episode that dives into your editorial process. We all have a different balance of mental editing before pressing record vs. actual editing after the fact, but the experience of seeing someone stitch a story together is always uniquely captivating. Not to mention you have a distinct skill in your colour; you're able to craft these reasonably high-contrast images that somehow manage to remain extremely gentle -- this applies to your photos as well as your footage. I haven't yet identified exactly what you're doing, and I'd love to just see it happen. Anyway, great job, really loved this one. :)

[@jacquelinestauffer5796]

I love seeing how intentional your filmmaking process is. You have so much skill and experience. Very gifted.

[@simonmayhall1928]

Thanks Christian. I’ve been waiting for the new video and I’m not disappointed as usual. I’m just so envious. I want to be you - most of the time!! Take care, Simon

[@nancyneet9772]

Thank you, Christian! I've been following you for a couple of years and you've helped inspire me to keep learning & creating in my own little world of photography. I always look forward to your videos. :)

[@tstjohn777]

I love your content. It's your storytelling and that incredible personality. I can also appreciate it even more after seeing everything you go through to share with it us. Thanks! Your maturity in videoography, creativity, and insight is so impressive. ❤ 👏 🏆

[@JamesBond-vg6wz]

The amount of work you put in and time you spend creating these videos is why i ❤ ur channel..We can never have enough of Nature, its soooo Beautiful..Thanku christian 🙏🌍

[@softycadence3340]

Really appreciate all the time and effort you put into this video. It will be so inspiring for photographers and filmmakers. The whole time I was watching though, I kept picturing myself buying every single equipment item you showed and the result of me filming for a few minutes would inevitably be an unfocused shot of a very blurry leaf on the ground, despite the fact that I was aiming for the tops of the trees in the horizon. That’s why there will always be talented people like you and wanna be klutzs like me wishing I had even an ounce of your photography skills. I already knew you were a genius at capturing the best stills and videos, but now I learned you have an endless amount of patience as well. Thank you again for sharing your talent with the world😊

[@alexanderweaver7066]

Your work and results are phenomenal. The creative efforts you put so diligently into your videos make your videos so enjoyable. I would love to see your photos in a book one day.

[@cheryl7917]

The footage you capture is always so beautifully done. I love the storytelling in every one of your videos, there's always a great moral to your story. Thanks for sharing Your behind the scenes, it's good to see all the work that goes into making a video for KZbin. Anybody who has a channel puts in a lot of work to make their content, but you may be going the extra mile because the quality of your photography, filming, voice over, and story telling is exquisite! You are a talented young lady with a wise, old soul. I look forward to every one of your videos.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thank you Cheryl 🤍

[@jimhenderson387]

Again I am left feeling like what you do is amazing! You can film scenes that many people encounter daily and turn it into dreamy art that i want to jump into. But I'll tell you, doing the things you've shown in this episode would drive me mad! And then you've got to put it all together. Thanks for letting us see this little sliver of your life.

[@tradewind67]

This was awesome!! I love your eye for nature and capturing the world around you, thank you for bringing us along!!❤

[@Regis019Beck]

Hello Chris, incredible how much work you just shared showing how you produce your wonderful videos, pure art. I can imagine how many wrong shots or not satisfied results you can face everyday. Thank you again to bring some great moments. Bear hugs from your Brazilian fan.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thanks Regis 😊🙏🏻

[@johnjaeger287]

Every new story post is always a mastery of sharing how you like to live...always enjoyable...always insightful. Thank you.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Thanks John!

[@dougharms6160]

I have just recently discovered your channel, I typically watch Sailing content, although I do have a VW campervan, that I use to explore beautiful areas of the USA. Since discovering you I have found myself binge watching your content and your story lines and your content is beyond excellent. You are able to draw a personal connection in your words, outstanding Photos and videography. This is the first content watched that I would be happy to share, it is really that good. Your are not just about van life, although it makes a great platform, you are about life, raw, hardworking, overcoming challenges and pushing through and achieving the end goal; a true work of art but even more because your art has soul and touches the heart of anybody who receives it. your and what you are doing is beyond beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@jimmieleelunsford]

That was awesome! Every step, including the outtakes! Your knowledge and skill are equally excellent, and if every other video of yours is the pudding, this is the proof! Well done and thank you!

[@robertp.wainman4094]

Yay - just found your channel - what's not to like about you, your van or your videos.....all just so nice! (Such a great voice too!)

[@ChristianSchaffer]

Welcome! Glad you’re here 🙌🏻

[@chrisbaird2808]

Wonderful work as always. Thank you for the behind the scenes. It helps us truly appreciate how much thought and effort goes into your final product

[@cherylynn927]

Thank you for sharing, you are an amazing videographer and photographer. You have captured the beauty in the ordinary life of nature is captivating. Thank you so much for allowing me to see and feel that wonder which wouldn't be possible without your magic! Hugs to you!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

🥹❤️

[@michaelmichalskimusic]

Christian, that last shot is just breathtaking. I am sure you are aware of this but I had to say something. Your appetite for learning and your desire to spread joy is inspiring. Thanks for sharing and making my evening that much better. I find that watching your videos has a tendency to drive me into the studio to compose. Your creative spirit is infectious. Thanks again!

[@PhilT993]

That was amazing. You are so good at this! Your job is not only challenging, but satisfying as well, I'm sure.

[@wildzenventures]

I appreciate your artistic perspective! It’s truly amazing how much time and planning goes into content creation, the struggle is real 😂

[@Spectre_430]

Your comment about wanting each of your videos to be blank slate is a huge reason why your videos always come across as fresh and authentic. The way you eventually find story through-line for your videos is incredibly inspiring. This video helped me get a better idea of how I want to create videos to share with those I love. Like you, being a perhaps not-first-choice main/only character, but one that is physically there on the journeys that those I love can't always join in on. Thank you once again for a wonderful and eerily relevant video for what I've been contemplating lately. Safe travels and can't wait for the next one.

[@YSBRYD-CATH]

Wow! What a really, really great video! Fantastic to learn more about the ins and outs of your work! Before I certainly didn't have enough appreciation for the levels of skill and detail that goes into their making! Kudos! And don't worry about being the main character all the time. That's why we follow you... to see a beautiful world thru your eyes and from your perspective!

[@madmaxxmiami]

7:24 with trees swaying from above... hypnotic.

[@ChristianSchaffer]

drone nearly didn’t make it back in that wind 😅 I was really crossing my fingers with that one

[@madmaxxmiami]

I'm sure you've had your doubts about whether certain shots were worth it, but it's awesome that you push the limits. The results are SO worth it. What's the worst that can happen? 😅@@ChristianSchaffer

[@Ironwill_Games]

You’re like a country woman filming show all of your own. Amazing as always! Thanks for sharing.