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[@fototripper]

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[@pal54321]

faster shutter was better on the waves, more realistic. And as cold as it was, remember Van Gough chopped off his ear for his art. :)

[@ShaunMayerFotos]

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[@fototripper]

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[@paulbonge6617]

@@fototripper My expectations have been met. No refund required. Ah, Gavin the Atlantic Seaboard is WET COLD, it cuts deeply, whereas out west it's DRY! I've spent hours trudging through the Sierras or in the high desert of Nevada at 20 below Fahrenheit at 6% humidity, and never been bothered in the slightest. That's where you need to be extra careful as frostbite sneaks up on you when you don't even notice it.

[@yomismo1945]

"If you're a really good photographer, you can get great images with any camera."... Amanda. 👍🏼 So true!

[@TheBonsaiZone]

I'm pretty sure that house is just one of Adam Gibbs many summer homes.

[@barbarachamberlain6918]

I prefer the faster ss in both shots. It shows the violence of the camera killer waves better and gives a more peaceful look, to the house scene. Glad I was sitting in my cozy house with a hot cup of tea to watch this video!

[@barryegerton1996]

I can’t make my mind up both images are stunning. The reason for the dither is admiration for the wicked conditions suffered to bring us such fantastic shots. Thank you so much

[@ambarsaha5310]

Thank you Gavin for bringing us this stunning scenery despite of this wintry condition. I like the long exposure one :)

[@WLynnSargent]

Thanks for suffering through that to provide this tutorial, Gavin... We definitely appreciate your sacrifice! 😊 I personally prefer the slower seascape shot. I really like the sense of motion in the splash. That said, I think the faster shot of the house gave a better representation of the atmosphere. It is interesting how the content of the scene changes the way we view it. 🤔

[@kathyjurgens7153]

Enjoyed this immensely. Love the wintry lighting and audio. fj - prefers first version of waves photo. “Mystical and more meaningful.” kj - prefers second version. More dramatic and to my eye true to the nature of the conditions. Gorgeous house in snow. fj - prefers streaks. Just looks more interesting. kj - can’t decide. Streaks make it look more wintry but frozen speckles more magical. Thank you for making these videos in such challenging conditions.

[@notbyintentphotography5189]

I went for a walk in December here in Oregon in -10C temperature. I thought my sinuses were going to blow up....-28C is something hellish. I swear you could take an anamorphic lens into a toilet and make it look cinematic. I truly admire your tenacity and showing your skills.

[@smakintosh]

Sitting in front of my fireplace drinking coffee. Watching your suffering. Your videos always brighten my day thank you guys!! 😂

[@RefnRes]

I really love images where the snow is very visible and frozen in the air. That very brief moment really just gives the image more texture and puts emphasis on the snow being the main story of the photo. With less visible snow it's just an old house.

[@robroyig-robroyphotography9225]

Wow! I already had the utmost respect for you Gavin ( and my condolences for you Amanda…I know a good therapist..lol), and have thoroughly enjoyed your videos for some time now, but you just took it to another level. Well done! For both of the shots, I would choose the frozen shots ( no pun intended), where the water is taken at the higher shutter speed, along with the house shot. The ability to see the snowflakes and the water droplets just tells a story. For the home pic, that would be a perfect print to sit over a fireplace, and freezing the snow just gives it that homey vibe, if that makes sense. Nice job!

[@bulentvataner8732]

Awesome video. Love the faster shutter speed shots where you can see all the droplets of water splashing on the icy surface. Thanks for sharing!

[@mlevesque33]

I prefer the one with the fast shutter speed. I like the look of the wave's action frozen in time in the photo.

[@toddwhitmire9057]

The second shot of the ice water splashing to me really wakes up the photograph. Kudos to you for braving the harsh freezing weather. Thank you much for all you do.

[@rebeccamoore4177]

I love both seaside images. And the 1/500 on the house because of the texture of the snow. AND thank you for posting a link to your beautiful composition “Dreaming While Flying “. A few minutes of pure bliss listening to that. ❤️🎶

[@fototripper]

Thank you very much!

[@pattymattes7124]

For the ocean scene I actually like the slow shutter speed. I think the water looks prettier. For the house I like the fast shutter speed as I like to see the fluffy flakes. Just my personal opinion. I love that interaction with you and Amanda at the end 😀 Now I am really curious about that new camera. I hope you show it to us soon.

[@GodIsReal]

The intro is so funny. Laughed out loud… and needed it. And the image of the frozen rocks is amazing. Well done.

[@Trish12303]

Oh my gosh Gavin, you are crazy! You’re lucky you didn’t get frostbite. I did have to laugh at the ice/snow on your eyebrows. 😂You are definitely a trooper!! You definitely got some beautiful images.

[@Adam-qs5ir]

I like the slower shutter speed. The whole scene has an ethereal look and the smoothness of the splashes really adds to it

[@jimsmith556]

You looked so miserable sitting in the car after getting back from the beach. Hats off to you for your endurance and willingness to put life and limb and gear into harm's way. I liked the dynamic splashes a bit more than the static shot from that session. The white/blue house was a special find. Might have some potential for fall colour in those big trees to the left. The fast 1/500 shutter seemed to give a more wintery feel, with the snow a little more defined, especially in the trees. The slower speeds were also nice but the snow might have been rain, and not quite as magical. We were so close to heading down east to look for a house in the Glace Bay/New Waterford area. This video confirmed that I'm happy living vicariously through your adventures Gavin!

[@spidersj12]

I like the faster shutter speed that shows the details of the waves splashing over the rocks and the faster shutter speed showing individual snow flakes falling in the image of the house.

[@robryan4272]

I can't believe you flew a drone by the lighthouse in that weather. Your an ACE !!

[@robertwhitemoto]

The house shots are fantastic... both speeds.

[@andymcgarty3099]

I like the slower shutter speed for both images. Gives it a bit more depth and feeling, rather than the brash frozen shots, especially with the house shot where you can't see the snow falling with the slow shutter speed. Great video.

[@andrewlloyd-seetim1271]

Of the two images down at the shore, the 1/25th is my favourite. The contrast between the slight blur in the crashing waves and the crips rocks is great. You get the feeling of the power of the waves (although maybe this time around not quite up to the power of the waves over Oregon way..) Of the house, 0.6 second is the one - cleaner image and no distractions...

[@stevej4847]

Definately the slower shutter speed for me. I like the streaks in the waves rather than the completely frozen ones with the faster shutter. Great video!

[@pattymattes7124]

BTW, thank you (more like grateful) that you endured those harsh conditions to bring us a video and some instruction as well. I am truly grateful for your videos. They always put a smile on my face. I save yours to watch last because I want to end my YT watching with a smile. Thanks again!!!

[@rupertmartin3784]

Faster shutter speed for me, because you can see the strange fragments of the frozen seawater. Bravo for braving the cold. True Yorkshire grit.

[@conorbangham323]

As always another brilliant video. Your faster shutter speed in the wave image I loved as it seemed more real and I could relate to the moment in time if that makes sense. The second image of the house I loved as you could feel what was going on and it brought a sense of calm. Awesome work. Surprised Brent wasn't there grinding coffee beans....next time maybe...

[@paynescaping8957]

Watched this after a 40 deg C day in Sydney, it was lovely and cool ;-) I liked the slower shutter speed as it isolates the wave motion a bit better from the frozen sludge. Excellent video once again Mr Tripper.

[@pjcornelius]

I like the longer exposure on the first shot (seaside), and the short exposure on the second. On the first one the long exposure on the spray adds an almost mystical quality. But I like the snowflakes frozen in air in front of the house as I think it gives more of a sense of atmosphere. Great shots!

[@theonlyitaliangirl]

I love the slower shutter speed. It looks more dreamy. Well done Gavin!

[@gregcorker2193]

Another great video! The image with the slow shutter speed and the blurred waves were my favorite. The waves with motion blur transform a mildly ordinary oceanside winter scene into one that is a bit surreal.

[@brianbeattyphotography]

lol at that video intro @ 1:00. I'm impressed the drone flew in that cold! Hey, at least you didn't have to go swimming to retrieve it if the battery conked out / froze.

[@denisesavage2382]

Sea sludge waves - I like the first one. I really enjoyed the sense of motion in the waves all across the rock edge. With the house, I really liked the middle one. Something magical about the clear sense of snow falling. We just don't get anything close to that here in Australia. Even in our snowy parts it's not a common sight. Major adventuring being out in such weather!

[@lphilpot01]

While I usually like longer shutter speeds when it comes to flowing water, I like the faster capture of the waves. Somehow it looks even colder and (for lack of a better term) aggressive that way. Great shot.

[@paultowers9459]

Thanks Gavin for another informative and entertaining video. I hope nothing fell off due to frostbite. The 2nd images for me, you can’t tell that it’s multiple images, plus it really shows the weather conditions.

[@trevhill952]

Snow on the eye lashes looked good on you Gav, I liked the look of the rocky outcrop in the distance. Great video.

[@thepalmpilot3g]

I have to say Gavin, my friend turned me onto your videos and with all the shenanigans and laughter, I have really come to respect and appreciate not just your style but your ability to teach your composition and the reason behind your shots, along with sharing the settings you used and why you chose them. Out of all of the youtube vidoes i've watched and we are talking WEEKS of total time viewing I have learned more from your videos than even some of the specific teaching videos. Keep it up, you have a subscriber for life!

[@fototripper]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@damianarmandgon]

I love the one with the frozen waves. Just gorgeous. I think the shapes of the waves look a bit weird with the slower shutter speed. The ones with the snow... I think both work.

[@deanpratley125]

I like the sharp image with the sharp wave action and everything in focus, because its the hardest image to get, and it looks amazing. If you want smooth blurry images, photography a steam or a river. BTW your a mad man! I usually go out and film stuff like this, but only once it warms up to -9 max.

[@BucNas7y]

Hey Gavin. I love the faster shutter as it shows more texture of course but also shows better movement even though frozen for the water. The house i prefer the longer shutter. Yet again all are good.

[@MikeNovakPhoto]

Gavin, the pictures of the house were the highlight of the video. And I agree lights in the windows would give it an extra flair.

[@montanaylago]

Hard to say which of the two “speeds” on the snowy house… but on the wave image, I prefer the motion of the slow shutter. It feels more active and dynamic. Definitely my compliments on braving the elements… I’m guilty of spending more days inside than outside this winter. ❄️❄️❄️‼️

[@wendyarthur3941]

I love the faster shutter on the house as the frozen snow gives it more interest and shows the wintery scene much better. Also it gives the image an almost painted look with the texture. As for the sea stack, again I prefer the faster shutter on the waves as it shows the power of the sea and again everything frozen. I feel the rocks on the right side of the waves adds enough interest that I don't mind not seeing the sea stack as well.

[@macimages4215]

I like the slower wave shot since it’s more artistic and the faster snow shot since you can see the snow. Fun fact: the two trees just to the left of the old home are probably “honeymoon” trees, planted right after the occupant got married and moved in. A lot of old homes have them. That wisdom was past on to me from a 4th generation Vermonter.

[@fototripper]

I like that.

[@yomismo1945]

Astonishingly marvelous. Tks for such an excellent tutorial!

[@danielschmaderer]

Both images are absolutely stunning. BUT if I had to pick, it would be the slower shutter speed images for both sets of photos. I like the movement in the ice waves on the first one and the snow fall of the second one. It brings both photos to life and I get more of a sense of what you felt with the harsh cold.

[@kaneclements7761]

Hi Gavin. Lovely pictures. I preferred the first one of the rocks and sea and the first two of the house. I think that aesthetically it is whatever floats ones boat. The cold, hells teeth man! I've been skiing in the Rockies and that was a bad enough. To do that shoot by the waves you are well hard and totally mentals mate. Respect. When I used to go skiing I was told to get a face mask, neoprene. Which sounds beyond pervy. And might get you picked up by the law anywhere but a ski slope. I'm sure you could carry the look off with elan.

[@atteiruj]

Loved both the shutter speed photos, but the faster speed was the one I preferred. The image of the old house in the snow is magical, and yes with the lights on would be amazing too. I preferred the slower speed image out of those, but didn't dislike the faster one, both are beautiful in their own way. Enjoy the snow, it would be, yes, uncomforable but I love a challenge and it's worth if for the photographs. Well done, Gavin!

[@larrysalaets7088]

Thanks for risking frostbite to capture the images for us while we sat in our warm, comfy homes. It was worth it!

[@ChrisNH2FL]

Again for the house the faster shutter speed, it really captures the snowfall and looks more peaceful than what the slower shutter captures. That speed makes it look more like a blizzard with high winds.

[@gregcherry2555]

Hey, Gavin, In both images, I prefer those with the higher shutter speeds. Simply because the higher shutter speeds freeze the action to give more realism to the image. I like the longer exposure type of image for a "dreamy" waterfall or water moving in rivers etc, but not for the falling snow and crashing waves. Another fine job!

[@piXiac]

Photo number 1 with the slower shutter speed is my favorite! Strangely enough, it seems "faster" to me because of the elongated spatter! ❤That shot was worth your wet feet!

[@caroliensche13]

I like the slower shutterspeed, because you obtain this contrast between motion and freeze. In the fast shutterspeed version, everything is frozen, and you can't tell exactly which parts should (still) be moving and which not.

[@DougVentures]

Brought back the fototripper theme song 🙌 and some bold drone flying Gavin. Maine wasn't much nicer but spring is around the corner!

[@JohnnyMotel99]

Mad dogs and Englishmen, go out in the Nova Scotia snow!

[@Roar.]

For the wave photo, the 'frozen' frame (no pun intended) looked better to me. For the house, the 1/500 frame was best, it gives a real sense of heavy snowfall and adds to the drama. The .6s is just a pic of a snowy house. it also pulls my eye to the powerline whereas for the others it pulls them to the snowfall and the overall scene.

[@MrTmiket0007]

You are awesome, brave and Krazy, I am from Montreal and I escaped the winter going to Florida for a few months 😂 Keep up with the awesome content and be safe 🙏👍🤗

[@donnakeeley4531]

There's something macabre that I am in + 26deg Celsius watching your eyebrows and eyelashes get more and more frozen. Love the drama and adventure you're always on. Hi from New Zealand

[@terrylstarks]

Can’t lie, I liked both images but the first one was better to me because it just seemed to have more tonal range if that’s anything!!!!! But my very favorite was the drone flying over the lighthouse!!!!!! Thanks Amanda and Gavin!!!! I’m Chasing Awe!!!!!

[@bob_tabbiner]

Welcome to Nova Scotia and our mild winters :) Definitely like the faster shutter speed on the shore picture better. I find it carries the feel of the day better and the contrast between the slow shutter blur on the other and the sharp rocks is a little jarring. The slow shutter on the house picture adds a softness to the image that adds to the serenity of the scene.

[@viviennenoble4035]

I love the second one the best, I don't know why, probably because you can see all the texture in the water. Thank you for going to so much trouble to make these videos. Oh, by the way where I live, it has been hot and 39c degrees this week.

[@diddybasenotes8024]

With the first shots, I prefer the second photo. I like crashing waves frozen to better show water direction (as there's usually some kinks and curls within the crash that are interesting) as opposed to smoothed out water flow by slow shutter which ultimately looks like the ocean shat out diarrhea in the middle of your composition. Flowing water or wide shots showing an ocean expanse, then I'm good with fast or slow shutter. Crashing waves... fast shutter for me. Color and composition outstanding as always. Love your work!

[@johndurham5629]

Love the faster shutter speed image of both the surf and the house - they both had a richer texture and better contrast.

[@eldadlevin9471]

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[@fototripper]

Thank you.

[@AlexMcDougallPhotography]

Excellent, fun video as usual. Certainly beats my -2 degrees at Ribblehead the other day. Thanks.

[@garrysugdenphotography]

Absolutely smashed it again Gavin. Brilliant as always. And there was me, moaning about a -4 degrees Yorkshire cold snap. 🤣

[@alanclark9691]

Definitely a case of suffering for your art Gavin. Well done for persevering.

[@oliverimagesaz]

I definitely prefer the faster shutter speed version. I get a better sense of the thick snow-sludge waves and it adds to the overall feel of the scene as cold and uninviting. It really makes me glad you endured this awful weather and not me. Your sacrifice is appreciated. Wonderful image.

[@davebryer6133]

I like the slow shutter speed of the splashes it is not as dramatic and tall as the faster shutter, but my eye finds it more pleasing. I like the faster shutter speed shot of the house, I think the snow is more prominent and thus fits the mood of the moment best.

[@andersroams]

Really love your videos man👌🏻👌🏻 great tips combined with some humor. Doesn’t get better than that

[@NoxonPhotography]

Quick shutterspeeds in heavy snow just looks like someone cranked their iso to me haha. But i also liked the cooler tones of the longer exposure.

[@perfect12386]

I feel your pain when it comes to gear. My much loved Nikon d7100 took a dive into the north sea at the beginning of March. I'm so thankful for insurance. And oh my gosh, the last ever photo it took was beautiful.

[@M31glow]

Long exposure at the ocean because it looks more violent for some reason. Long exposure of the home because it looks more peaceful. Funny how the feel is so different. Great images!

[@asheler1]

I like both versions but the faster shutter speed is a more natural look that I think I prefer here. The blurred waves are more surreal, which can be cool too but I like the natural look for this scene. Looked pretty miserable there. You’re a braver man than I. :-)

[@GregBrammah]

For the ocean and rocks scene, I like the faster shutter, it captures the energy better amidst the frozen stillness. A nice juxtaposition. For the house scene, the slower shutter is my preference. I feel that it gives the viewer a better sense of the conditions and has more atmosphere.

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

jeez, and here was I thinking I had cold conditions :-) that was insane man, I prefer the 1st slower shot of the wave, the faster one the water looks dirty :-)

[@michaelshick4612]

Gavin, has National Geographic called ? Your Fantastic. I think you're my New Hero!!! All photos are Great!

[@thork-media]

I really like the second shot of the ocean scene because it gives more details overall. It shows more the frozen water that you mention. For the house photo i like the second more because of the higher shutter speed... the snow becomes more visible and gives more depth to the hole image. Great Video 👍

[@mere_mort4l]

I prefer the waves photo with the slower shutter speed, it shows movement and action. The faster shutter speed one looks like someone threw something from a bucket LOL. Very good video, Gavin. You definitely deserve way more subscribers

[@carlrose6990]

I really like the slower shutter speed images for both shots. Given the temperature I feel the “frozen in time” (pun intended) images to be more appropriate. By the way, loved hearing your old music! Have been missing it! Keep up the good work!

[@jimwallar8920]

The house with the snow falling and fast shutter speed does it for me.

[@nickbristol3457]

Slower shutter speed for me, Gavin. Just seemed to enjoy that look a bit more. I have shot those conditions and know just what you were going through. Getting back to a vehicle never felt so good. With the house images I like the faster shutter speed with the snowflakes captured beautifully. Really adds a wonderful wintery look and mood.

[@pepenone]

If you hadn't said anything maybe I wouldn't notice but in the landscape at the edge of the coast...The splash on the left is very good to push the attention towards the centre just to be able to see the frozen rock in the middle of the sea and then it would take me further towards the bottom of the landscape...instead of that ugly splash you left🤣. About the ones of the house, I'll take the one where you can see the flakes fallen...of course I can´'t see any noise on youtube...Now! That window with a warm light inside, I would have been incapable of not including it even if I had to take it out from a different shot...😅 that detail always reminds me of Magritte...

[@slosmoke1]

Definitely the fast shutter on the seascape, too much wild motion on the slow one. Love the photo!

[@Adam-qs5ir]

.6 seconds on the house. That blue hue it gave was perfect

[@martinpriest5446]

I can,t believe you get out in these conditions,I think we have had - 7 deg this year and that felt bloody cold, but I suppose you have to get used to it, saying that you get some super images the image of the waves crashing over rocks, the slow shutter speed work better for me,gain the shot of the house slower shutter speed I think it give a overall softness to the image that I like, keep up the work, you and your wife really make me chuckle.

[@BEEFBRSKT]

I'd go for the second photo. Just personal preference as splashes interest me more than the more abstract lines you get from the slow shutter.

[@richa2495]

Hi Gavin, I like the slower shutter speed on the ocean shot(1/25th I think), because the motion in the waves are cool. I like the faster shutter speed(1/500th) for the farmhouse, because the frozen snowing part shows interesting motion. Enjoy your videos!

[@stefankuhn6887]

Hi Gavin, at the first location I would prefer the longer shutter speed because of the dynamic waves - you can feel the spray go the ocean. In the second case I would prefer the shorter shutter speed to make snow appear more fluffy...

[@normanlong2191]

Absolutely worth the effort Gavin stunning stuff !! uncle grumpy would be proud !!!!! and as that may have been your last video when Amanda finds you've been lying to her about the new camera i hope you can handle the afterlife as it will be much warmer where you're going old fruit !

[@carlpalmer6095]

Great photos Gavin. I prefer the slow shutter on the waves.

[@martinhoward2957]

I like the slower speed on the wave slush, gives more mood and drama for me than the static shot. But on the house i prefer the 500th second and see the snow, gives a more 'christmassy' feel, for me anyway.

[@reddogtwelve]

Wow Gavin-incredible conditions for sure. Don’t think I could’ve handled it for those sea shots!! Of those I like the slower shutter speed ones slightly better as that motion adds some dynamism to the scene. For the house, I like the 0.6” shot the best for the opposite reason-it’s more tranquil to me with the falling snow blurred.

[@guyjackson7815]

I prefer the slower shutter speed on both images, the motion in the picture just adds a little more to it, and as always great video. 👍

[@BlackCrag]

Great video Gavin..... Looked painful! 🥶

[@carstenblanck7934]

Great Video and great location! I prefer the slower shutter speed wth the waves but the faster shutter speed with the falling snow flakes.

[@mickeystine3100]

Great shots ❤❤❤