Every Landscape Photographer's Worst Nightmare...

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As darkness descends, creatures with fangs begin to circle our precarious hilltop perch. Is that an amorous woodpecker or a disgruntled bear?
Through sheer force of will, I manage not to mention my book once even while breathing in noxious fumes from the newly purchased Thermacell.
I attempt to capture a lovely blue hour image of Madeira Park on the Sunshine Coast but will every landscape photographer's worst nightmare scupper my plans and can I operate the camera without the use of my fingers?
There's really only one way to find out.
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[@Yunners]

I missed most of this video. I was too busy reading Chasing Awe With Gavin Hardcastle.

[@billybedlam5462]

Thought it was called Quiet Light? 🤔

[@danielschmaderer]

@@billybedlam5462 nope. It’s called Landscape Lifestyle

[@kudobass9090]

The big build up to an epic shot. The final click of the shutter. Gavin, in his best passionate whisper voice - “Ooooh yeees… That’s extremely average.” (Amanda laughs. Gavin joins in.) ••• Perfect moment 🤣

[@nickellion3657]

had to keep jumping back as I was too busy listening to the audio book of 'Awww Gavin!' by Chasing Hardcastle

[@fototripper]

On it's way...

[@jonc3118]

Sometimes when I'm out setting up for a composition I start cracking up laughing thinking about these videos.

[@fototripper]

me too :)

[@cathymildenberger4877]

The thermacell is really supposed to be used when you are standing still - like at camp or at a tripod. It creates a 10ft bubble cloud around the area after about 15 minutes. ☁

[@DavidSwarthout]

I wouldn't sit the woods looking for birds here in Alaska without my Thermacell. The thing is truly amazing.

[@lindabrown1362]

God, I laugh so hard at these vids..Thanks Gavin and Amanda for brightening the day for us..

[@denisesavage2382]

It’s really the humour we watch this for! The photography is the bonus . . . . Even the average ones. Helps us average photogs feel normal.

[@gotahave]

I have not seen videos from you guys in months and I miss them. Glad I found this one at least. Your the best info photographer. Yes, I do subscribe but again never get any hints to see your videos. TFS.

[@hammerli2011]

congratulations Amanda, great ring. Gavin, it's about time. congratulations to both of you.

[@DarylHunt]

The product placement is masterful 😀

[@dinsdalephotography]

Always a great time hanging out with the two of you, even when you're failing at photography. Cheers from smoky Manitoba.

[@darrenleigh201]

Love it! Always good to start my week with a little Gavin. And Amanda!

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Great to see those Jedi sales tricks are still on point ! Just like the edge of the book settings adjustments :-) looks like a great spot with some atmosphere!! Enjoyed this one and good to see ya back in the saddle Pal

[@aj131970]

Nice vlog and cheers for putting it out there for us mere mortals / photography dinlows. You’re making my compulsory Canadian isolation slightly more enjoyable than a school detention and missing crackerjack.

[@vladodamjanovski]

Love your original style Gav, keep up the good work.

[@susannesteinhoff2316]

Absolutely loooooooove your book! And Thanks for the laugh, you and Amanda always make my day brighter.

[@jeff97-polar]

Sweet mother of goodness that was a hearty laugh. Not all images can be prize winners, but the video was! Thanks for the good times.

[@ChrisDarnell]

Adjusting the camera controls was hysterical, haha. I preordered the book on launch day and it’s a beautiful body of work; you have every reason to plug it in every video.. but you already know that. I admire your obstinance in the face of criticism, it’s inspiring and entertaining all at the same time

[@stefanhodes9209]

We’ve missed you both, great video! I was waiting for the bats to carry your book off into the Smokey sunset.

[@robertforehand]

Thanks for this video, Gavin.. Showing this to my wife should make her feel better about paying more to have the book shipped to than its actual cost knowing that she can use it as a charcuterie board as well. Cheers!

[@fototripper]

I do love a good charcuterie.

[@TrashTheLens]

So, have you finally decided to sell the kidney to pay for the shipping? I'm still on the fence here...

[@kbauthenticimages3766]

Great video Gavin as always love the hints on the new book ha ha ha ha.

[@gregoneil3523]

Best non advertising video ever, laughed and laughed. Loved the blue hour shot, awesome. Reminds me of a book I've heard of. Mines still sailing the 7 seas.

[@mkerswill9424]

should be on tv, brilliant humour, so much fun to watch. 🤪

[@christinaphillips1072]

Welcome back! No picture of yours is ever just average, I thought it was pretty great! Evertime I see Amanda sitting on a cliff I cringe, she's a brave one 😁

[@rolandrick]

Ahhhhh, finally a fototripper video again. I love you guys.

[@sierrasurvivaladventures]

Finally A YORKSHIREMAN, someone I can understand. I am already a fan of Thomas Heaton but your channel is another level. although not sure about your camper van. lol. I am in the Czech Republic and trying hard to learn Photography, which is why I have just binge-watched most of your videos and SUBSCRIBED. Superb. I look forward to seeing more.

[@HanhNguyen-mh4jm]

Always enjoy watching you guys

[@glttheriault]

Hilarious with the creativity of your book plug!! The voice change because of the bug repellant was a great touch! "Oh yeah, that is extremely average" LOL Good one!

[@kellifoulstone5629]

"And it was at this point..." boom ad break. Impeccable timing young man. And good on your for your hommus-ing ways haha

[@VlogPhotography]

That's a great location. Plenty of rolling hills but I do agree that harsh boring light can be a pain in the backside when it chooses to be. Great video. Thanks for sharing.

[@chrisburnard5157]

Thank you Gavin. Love the content.

[@CraigNiesenPhotography]

I love the blue hour shot with the light trails. The rest of the video had me 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. Gavin, thank you for making me laugh. It really was a spot of joy at the end of really crappy day.

[@richiebolgianiphotography2989]

Havnt seen the video, but welcome back, oh thats funny, just laughed out loud at the book in the backpack

[@kennygo8300]

Yeah, I like watching your photo trips. The best part of life is the journey. How you get to the setup (your method) is what interests me. Your comedy is very nice, too!

[@callumjohnson9433]

Iove these pair, Love the way you get back at the haters. your character your humour and creativity is brilliant and very enjoyable to the watchers.

[@roberthennessey5702]

Always showing us what we can run into it’s not always great….but you make the best of it as you did…. You both crack me up..Amanda..is awesome and puts up with your shenanigans ..your a lucky guy Gavin🤣🤣😂

[@peterfritzphoto]

Sooo good to have you back! You two are the highlight of my week - and it's only Monday. I sense a viewer competition coming up - Most Unique Uses for 'Chasing Awe'. I'm going to try it out as a porta-potti on my next camping trip. 🇦🇺👍😀

[@fototripper]

Not a bad idea Peter.

[@thomasherbst6773]

Great skit-vertising mate! Keep it up!

[@jeffreymonk9987]

Great Chemistry between you too! Love the videos as well as the shots Sir....

[@GeorgeLoch]

Amanda is such a great sport.

[@naturallyadriftphotoadvent123]

As a photographer too, I feel your pain on the lighting issue. Tried to capture a waterfall today but the light was super harsh. Thankfully though after being distracted by a frog (I shoot wildlife too) a nice cloud passed over and I think I got the shot. Your tactic to wait until blue hour and capture the golden light of town worked brilliantly! I would never have thought of that. Oh and nice eating utensil, lol!

[@dentonator96]

Blue hour was the best. Always enjoy the videos. Thanks!

[@andrewbaxter9395]

Inspiration for my food photography book; Chasing Slaw.

[@orion2250]

You guys are the BEST!

[@GodIsReal]

This is the most effective commercial and most enjoyable one ever. 😃😃😃

[@imagestudio5643]

I thought I was keeping up with your videos but is that a ring I see on Amanda's finger? I love her personality and you two make a great couple.

[@PeterGallagher1]

Thanks for another fun photo adventure. I hope Amanda isn't too upset with your bear and cougar sightings.

[@garyheaton3302]

I never realized the many ways a book like Chasing Awe by Gavin Hardcastle can be used until this video. It’s a serving utensil, portable table, camera adjustment tool, and even something to read.

[@francisschweitzer8431]

Don’t forget a cheese serving thingy

[@foto4u861]

Hahaaaa that sound on 2:32 "what does it taste like" great!!

[@voin3858]

liked straight away.. keep the content coming.

[@glyndewis]

Can't-Stop-Watching!!! :)

[@potatosalad1991]

I swear after that long exposure shot when you checked the image I so expected Chasing Awe 😁

[@victor-ferreira]

Always fantastic vlogs!!! So, so funny the final photo demonstration!!! What's the name of the book that you had in your hands? 🤔😜

[@PhotoTrekr]

You have a book? Hadn't noticed it. Glad you mentioned it otherwise we wouldn't have known about it. :)

[@rogerking8959]

Fun as always !!

[@markjandera2762]

Love you guys more videos ❤️❤️

[@sophietucker1255]

At this point I'm getting rather sick of your book and so I'll go back to reading my copy of "Quiet Light" Amanda remember you don't have to run faster than the bear, you just have to run faster than Gavin

[@richardbflicks]

hahahahahahahahah like a horse in the wind.. :P

[@CourtneyVictoria]

The hummus, pea and the book cracked me up!! Nice images though. Unfortunately we don't get the ideal conditions every time and have to make do with what we've got!

[@georgeaustin3138]

Don't know of it was the chardonnay I was drinking but I sure had a hard laugh at the picnic part of video. Thanks for the laughs.

[@markjagger7139]

The colour on the horizon at sunset and sunrise is known as The Belt of Venus and as you say can be spectacular. I didn’t know you had a book out, wow where have I been living 😂😂

[@ToddHiggins]

the master of subtlety!

[@canuckdon]

Chasing Hardcaslte with Awesome Amanda

[@philr1191]

Great video, have you ever thought about maybe publishing a book to go with it?

[@jimalbrightjr.9229]

Hilarious non-plug plug! Always a great watch even if “average”! 🤣

[@tonymurphy9112]

Nice to see you back and so glad you didn't plug your book......

[@Images-by-Ramona]

I watched it twice because I am from here, and I have yet to get a photo I am happy with from Pender Hill. I was really hoping for you, I was hoping your success would inspire me to make the butt-cramping grind up that incline one more time and try my luck. But no, you have let me down, yet somehow I feel better for your averageness. 😀. Oh, and the cougars in that area are a thing, and the bears too. Once again, I greatly enjoyed your sense of humor.

[@spidersj12]

Gavin, you're about as subtle as the meteor that wiped out the dinosaurs, with that book promotion! haha

[@miro_scheib]

This was fun🤣and no adds for once XD loved it

[@valpayne2963]

Ha ha! Another hugely entertaining video. Wow, so many dangers, bears, bats, mosqitos...and are you sure the tapping wasn’t Sasquatch? Don’t you miss super safe Blighty sometimes?

[@rfeewjlj]

So much to laugh at. But the wide brimmed hat?! Genius!!! 😂😂😂

[@primusdimaximus7144]

Instant follow... hope to meet you in person after this corona stuff :-)

[@gertphotographic4148]

Had a giggle, that’s all yer need. On a more serious note, where’s me book? Gibbs’s arrived ages ago 😄

[@SirTomster1]

Went up to the mountains last weekend to do some shooting and feel I did not have the best shots. But at least I can say that I had clouds, and no books were abused in my photography.

[@thelimbix3957]

immediately loved the book placement.

[@chriscflint]

Good on you for an entertaining episode. With respect to your new one on Sony, I have a full frame A850 that absolutely hates cold weather and the pictures go black from the edges. For real cold I would recommend Canon.

[@paulkirk5760]

Great video. Got my teracell 18 months ago but have been able to use it. You can get a carry case for it to hang it anywhere on your pack. I’m guessing it is working for you!

[@pmr5346]

What a treat ! another hilarious video. What's the name of that book again ?

[@navydave1]

Haha. Some crafty "not mentioning the book" there. Changing the dials with (not the book) was pretty good 😄

[@scooter5193]

You guys are the show. The photography is just a small part 😜 - keep them coming.

[@andrewlloyd-seetim1271]

The multi use product placement is outstanding. Crop mask, remote camera control, picnic table, backpack shape saver. Where can I get one. Oh wait, I have been reading a copy on my coffee table. It’s also full of amazing photographs, accompanied by humorous and informative narrative. Cheers Gavin

[@Larsschipper93]

Great video! I really enjoy these kind of surroundings. Would love to shoot there. One question, how do you zoom in on your photos like you always do?

[@tbg3111]

Love the book title, my wife writes a travel blog, Chasing Dirt. Have to show her this.

[@ItsAMbutyoutubechangedmyname]

Where can I find her blog?

[@RFGfotografie]

Very interesting yet again

[@dankuettel5063]

I laughed so hard when you're using to book to pass food!

[@karynhonor5046]

Love your videos.. you and Amanda always make me laugh so hard. Honestly, I just wish you could get out a video a little more often. Even with taking what you think are "average" photos - they are better than we can do (most of us anyway) and we can learn something. I live in a place that is very hot and very Flat (Florida)..there is no chance of capturing the types of photos you do. Maybe some ideas about areas like that. So, I have to look outside the box for good landscape photos. How about some content on turning the average landscape into awe inspiring photos?

[@gabyisphoto2379]

You guys are absolutely great! And NEVER stop promoting your book 🤣

[@21jlxi]

Came straight from a video about the India/Pakistan border ceremony, now I see the similarities. Keep up the good work!

[@lisabradley9288]

Cracking stuff though you need to have a word with that Thomas Heaton friend of yours! He starting showing us his photography book collection in his new van and Chasing Awe was not in his van! Can you believe that guy you will learn who your friends really are!! 🤣🤣📸

[@fototripper]

Yeah, that's just rude.

[@PaulNewberyPhotography]

The sequel, "tasting cheese with Gavin Hardcastle"?

[@falithon]

Welcome back Gavin - how'd you cope in the heatdome? Scary stuff.

[@falithon]

@@kineticuncertainty Glad you did! Anything over about 25C and I'm out!

[@paultaylorphotography9499]

Would have killed for that sky in the 40 odd years I lived in Yorkshire would make a nice change from slate grey nice work team ❤️📷❤️

[@theexpendable85]

I laughing so hard at this video 😂😂 thumbs up for the discreet showing ur book 😜 greetings from Germany

[@pattymattes7124]

Well, I don't think your shots are average. I think they are great. So, the conditions weren't what you hoped for but at least you got out and that's a good thing. Thanks for taking us along! By the way, I think I will stick with Deet for a while. I tried an electronic thing once and it didn't work.

[@TheMpsmith]

Bats, hummus and chasing awe. A romantic recipe.

[@maxencelemoine4190]

Love when you reply to negative comment !!!! I want to write something mean so you can answer back in your next video !!! Thank you for your work

[@clifflean]

Pissed myself laughing, i was in awe of the vid

[@shaundenholm8433]

Whoa, you have your own book? How have I not heard of this. You need to plug it more.... the book that is.

[@lights_and_shadow6793]

Mesmerising horror clear blue sky 😂🙈. The best to take your meal in the morning 😉👍

[@gerarddonovan8678]

Loved the bits where the book that shall not be mentioned moved across the back of the camera. By the way was your book the book that was used in the 1986 film "the name of the rose" with sean Connery?

[@fototripper]

It was.

[@TheMrericmichel]

The subliminal advertising, simply magnifique! Very subtle and hardly noticeable.