How to Use Exposure Compensation in Landscape Photography

[@elisabethalmaraz3926]

I have watched so many others and have fallen asleep but when she fell in I was like okay this is my girl! Love it!

[@benspalding416]

I've never known a teacher give so much valuable information in such a short time. It's like you knew exactly what everyone wants to hear. You can not find this stuff in other videos or even in books. It obviously comes from experience. Excellent job on all your videos.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thank you, Ben - I really appreciate your positive feedback. It definitely helps keep me motivated to produce more videos! :)

[@swampfox72]

OMG, that old church on the hill at the beginning.........what a beaut! Another nice video as well!

[@Stone1108]

Glad that I discovered your channel through my quest to learn Photo Pills. What I like is that you’re a real trooper and not just a studio or home based talker, you’re out there showing what it takes to be a good landscape photographer in demanding conditions. I’m learning a great deal plus reinforcing existing knowledge. Just wanted to say thanks.

[@stevecookphotography]

I admire the way you kept plugging away after getting dunked in the cold conditions! You kept it real, this stuff happens more often than most people realize when out shooting landscapes. You have another subscriber. Hope to get to Vermont soon, beautiful state.

[@WeiChong]

Many extra points for slogging through the video despite being cold and falling through the ice into a (very cold looking) stream. Thanks.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thank you! I feel like I earned my hot chocolate that night :).

[@deb8183]

I’m glad you’re ok after falling in the icy water& I’m so glad your camera did not go in the water with you. I appreciate the exposure compassion lesson. I still have more video to watch & learn from you.. I’m looking forward it. Thank you & stay safe.

[@Yalelax]

An example of the intrepid photographer...well done. Stay safe!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

:) Thank you! You as well.

[@stebobrown2893]

Great video on a simple too I do not use enough. You gave it good clarification that made it understandable, thank you! I'm New Englander but move to So Cal 30 years ago. I must say I got quite homesick watching you trek through the woods in the snow, brought back great memories. I admire your dedication to creating your videos.

[@cgoodwin256]

"Popular swimming hole." We call that foreshadowing. Great video!

[@nathaliewoodruff1496]

Brenda - you just solved a big mystery for me! I didn’t know about exp comp not working in manual mode unless ISO is on auto!! Thank you!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

You're welcome! :)

[@deborah5221]

I love the music change with the photos!

[@UFGator1972]

You are a great teacher! There are thousands of people who should subscribe to your channel because they have no idea what they are missing. Keep up the great work you are doing.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

UFGator1972 Aww - thanks so much! That means a lot to me :).

[@colinblake24]

Thank you so very much for going the extra mile to teach us composition your effort is much appreciated.

[@marthakeil9043]

Remarkably cool (referring to both your brief swim and the instructions).

[@David-ew4dh]

Thank You Brenda.This video, in conjunction with your excellent article Exposure Compensation Demuystified is the most coherent and understandable explanation of EC I have found. I have been struggling with this for months as a beginner photographer. You have a real skill in teaching in an understandable way. Thank You very much! David

[@eddiehenrik4869]

I had to put my hat and big coat on watching this! Very informative video. Thank you.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Ha - hope you stayed nice and warm! ;)

[@jonkers2007]

the thing I learned most from you here is PERSEVERANCE! Thank you for finishing the vlog, when many would have just gone home.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

The fresh snow made it worth it! :)

[@theolinol]

I now know of two people from Vermont and you're both super cool so that's 100 per cent strike rate!! Thanks for your excellent photography videos.

[@debaprosadpaul4632]

I am thankful to you for giving me insight on exposure compensation

[@brandonerlacher4365]

i just found this video, and that really explains how exposure compensation works, like other comments I did not know that function did not work in full manual.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

I'm glad it was helpful!

[@PT-re2gi]

Im loving these winter waterfalls. Thanks for the sharing the tips and photos

[@berniestang2616]

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS . I have never used a polarizer …. I need to get on it !! I need to learn it ! Thank you again for all your videos !!!!❤

[@ju2705s]

Perfect photo! And a really good explanation of metering. In snow I always expose to the right.

[@old4004]

Thanks, Professor Petrella, for a great coverage of exposure compensation. I always look forward to your videos as you are very thorough in your explanations. You are a brave young lady!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks so much! Not sure I live up to the name, but I'm glad you enjoy my explanations. I have more planned in the coming months, so stay tuned! :)

[@mikeallen4081]

Perfect - as Minnesota weather looks a lot like this and so this is so helpful. Thanks again!

[@davidoldeen5496]

Just happened to come across your videos. They are just what I have been looking for. Very informative and love your teaching method. So many talk over my head, like how you break it down so I can clearly understand. Thanks so much!

[@berniestang2616]

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS !!!! Love your determination & grit !!!!

[@gabyisphoto2379]

great work and love your explanation!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Awesome! I'm glad it was helpful!

[@unix2ora]

Thank You Brenda, Your videos are a grate source of information and I enjoy learning from your vids. Thank you.

[@AndreadePoloSaibanti]

You videos are always very informative. Many thanks for sharing them!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

You're most welcome! I'm glad you are enjoying them.

[@ASTActionCam]

I only just found your channel and I just wanted to say it is an amazing resource. Thank you.

[@jozefjurica345]

Perfect video. Lots of information and very helpful.

[@tudorwest1]

hi Brenda,really enjoyed your video, explantion of settings was great and easy to understand,thank you

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

tudor west Great - many thanks!

[@anujasharma9677]

Excellent Information and lovely images, Brenda. I am glad I found your channel.

[@denisecompton1454]

I have just found you on youtube and thoroughly enjoy your videos. My husband Paul Compton started vlogging over here in the UK a year ago and i have recommended that he also checks out your channel.

[@Bloggerky]

Glad you came back safely! Good video with a clear explanation of exposure compensation and snow. Thanks....

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks, Jim!

[@janettebritton5800]

Really enjoyed your videos Brenda. Very informative thank you.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Great - thank you, Janette!

[@dr.sandipmehta973]

fanstastic video. you are really brave!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks! I was able to warm up quickly afterward - the hike out was all uphill ;).

[@iangorner]

The perils of landscape photography. A lot of hard work goes into each shot and sometimes just a little risk. I'm not sure that many people appreciate that. Thank you for your hard work.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thank you, Ian! Landscape photography isn't for the weak of heart, that's for sure. I do need to be more mindful of my mishaps, though! ;) Thanks for watching!

[@allandavies1187]

I wonder Brenda, have you considered using walking poles for sounding the edges of riverbanks with snow and such like ?

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks, Allan - that is a good idea!

[@KCStorm]

Great job. I was worried about how cold you must be especially after getting wet. I'm glad I watched your video. I learned that you can use exposure compensation in manual mode as long as ISI is in auto. I didn't know that. Thank you.

[@barry10ish]

Brenda you are a star THANKS

[@clarencenewby716]

Awesome video, you explain things really well. The fact that you braved the conditions to get a great shot is a huge thumbs up!

[@jcam783]

Love your work Brenda , you don’t play , you want a shot ,you go get it , hardcore! I admire that . I currently shoot a NIKON D810 and a D750 myself ,and have found your tips really helpful ,thanks for taking the time to make these great instructional videos .

[@med4u1]

Very good explanation of exposure compensation.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks!

[@RonaldDuverge]

love the inf and the video super funny is that you fell in the water again well congrats and thanks for sharing

[@SarahNaqvi]

Best video on histogram so far in internet

[@bernadettebecher5668]

What a hardy lady! Great video and love the shots. Look forward to the next ones.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks so much, Bernadette!

[@ladadog3977]

Awesome B roll! In any endeavor, there are unforeseen twists and turns. I always run into trouble. Your soggy frozen tenacity resulted in capturing the magic of the scene. I always wanted a water shot like that, but had no idea how long to set the shutter. Thank you for that, and helping to solve the mystery of exposure control.

[@mcgriffiths]

Brenda, I just happened to find your videos, and wow...I am so thankful I did! Your instructions are so clear and easy to understand, but the coolest part is that you're from Vermont! I went to school at Lyndon State and have a dear friend who lives in a cabin overlooking Lake Willoughby, and I see you do photography there! How cool is that. Anyhow, thanks much for your incredible instructional videos! They are an amazing help.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Love to hear about small world connections! I'm so glad you are enjoying the videos. Vermont is a wonderful place, as you know. I hope to be heading back up to Willoughby soon!

[@cytomatrix]

Great video.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thank you! :)

[@janm2473]

Brenda! What a tremendous tutorial. I'm taking a photography class and tomorrow we're covering exposure compensation. Thank you.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Awesome! I'm glad it was helpful and I hope it helps with the info covered in your class as well.

[@davedemarco1743]

Brenda, wonderful video. I really appreciate the way you explained the subject and especially like the tips you added along the way. Awesome job!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks so much, Dave! I really appreciate that.

[@NigelHolme]

Really enjoyed this video. Easy to understand and very informative. I'm in Western Australia, so that weather is extreme to me... you sitting in the snow like I sit on the sandy beach spins me out :) Subscribed!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Haha - I wish I was on a sandy beach these days! We still have snow in the mountains, if you can believe that... Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for subbing!

[@oaklevelimages8580]

You're so fun to watch...and useful!!

[@sandrampillay2652]

Very good tutorial. Have taken notes of everything.

[@ralphnetta4563]

Lastly lastly, thank you for doing this Blog in such bad weather (which I love to be out in) but its the perfect weather too do a compensation video in. Down here in Jersey the most densely populated state in the Union I’m normally one of the few souls who ventures out in this type of weather. Oh well its 3:00am here (lockdown) and its that time. Goodnight.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

It was fun (although cold!) to do :). The snow was perfect. Hope you slept well after all the video watching!

[@martinnightingale6033]

Great tutorial Brenda . I live in the uk . We hardly ever get snow here . Where I live it's at least two years since the last significant snowfall . I'm just getting into landscape photography . Thanks for the inspiration. I've been going through a major loss of photo mojo .

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Hi Martin - so glad you enjoyed the tutorial and that you are getting back into photography! We all go through creative dry spells. I sometimes give myself little "assignments" that are just for fun and not put any pressure on myself to create good images. Sometimes that helps get over the hump.

[@martinnightingale6033]

Thanks for the reply Brenda . I live on the edge of the Cotswolds in the uk . Just over an hour from mid wales . Last week I got in the car and drove into wales . I took a few photos . Maybe 20 at most . Got one that I like . My partner said go on print it off . It’s now framed and on the wall . I feel I’m getting back on track at last . Once again thanks for the inspiration x

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

@@martinnightingale6033 Yay! That's wonderful :).

[@robertbascelli6433]

Thank you. Informative and to the point. Great tutorial.

[@krishnarajl4251]

Good one Brenda.... thanks for sharing the video

[@RScottNH]

Just discovered you. You’re a good photographer . And a good teacher. Vermont is such a beautiful state. I love the Rochester area. Greetings from the Seacoast of New Hampshire.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks very much, neighbor! ;) You live in a beautiful area too. It's been on my bucket list to head over there for some seascapes.

[@tammymellertphoto]

I just came across your channel and it’s good to see another woman photography vlogger in the outdoors. Great video!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks so much, Tammy!

[@SweetSourTravel]

Thanks for the nice video and clear explanation. Be careful 😀

[@ceilihmcgrady4125]

That was a great tutorial! It sucks that you fell in but I'm super impressed that you kept going. It must have been very uncomfortable. Those photos are gorgeous and I really enjoyed the video!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks! I appreciate that. I actually wasn't too too cold until the end when the snow and wind started picking up again. But the hike out was uphill, so I warmed back up thankfully :).

[@augydraenor1598]

another very useful video, Thank You great job.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks, Augy!

[@johnhurn3598]

Brilliant video and 10/10 for effort amazing, stay safe and be careful

[@MrGeo961]

Awesome video-place and great explanation Brenda. I admire your love for what you do and i see... we have the same equipment. Greetings from the warm Cyprus.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks so much, Mr. Geo :). I appreciate that.

[@gedheaton1415]

Helped a great deal, thank you Brenda,love your vids,

[@martintanaka2118]

Brenda great video. Hopefully you are safe from super cold water !! Be safe and I subscribed !!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks so much, Martin! :)

[@SOCExpert]

Awesome video and love the way you explained... Thanks

[@anilnyn]

Great video, Brenda. :-) Thanks for sharing the details on exposure compensation. I have a Nikon D90 and didn't know how to effectively use it. Now I can try something.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Great - glad to hear it was helpful! Good luck with the D90!

[@thomastuorto9929]

Great tip , great scenery & a great vid!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

ted ted Thanks, Ted! :)

[@richardsoutdoorworld5284]

Thank you Brenda for being willing to make this video in such weather conditions so That I could enjoy this video now in my warm living room lol . Loved it and your go - getterism ( is that a word ? lol )

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Ha! Love your new word! Glad you didn't have to plunge into cold water to learn from the video ;).

[@richardsoutdoorworld5284]

I noticed you seemed to be out there by yourself making this video ........ I can assume your close friends were saying "That crazy Brenda " because they wasn't willing to go with you ! lol

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

@@richardsoutdoorworld5284 Haha! Some of them are crazy like me, but I'm sure they wouldn't have enjoyed plunging into the icy water ;).

[@kaywayneflor89]

Very nice explanation 👌

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful.

[@juancarlosguzman2827]

Awesome tutorials, great content, loving your channel... Thanks for sharing all those tips

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks so much, Juan!

[@AlejandroLopez-nq9zx]

Thank you so much for your effort and advice!

[@robynreid2254]

Brenda, I First heard of you when you were featured on Gina Milicia's "So You Want To Be A Photographer". since then I became a frequent listener to your podcast "Outdoor Photography School". Because you mentioned a youtube series on PhotoPills I checked into your channel. I love them all! You have a fantastic way of breaking down photography techniques, settings, equipment needs all relating to outdoor photography. Your videos give a real time experience out in the field. Thank you very much for sharing your insight and knowledge with everyone. The images shared on your channel and Instagram are beautiful and very inspirational. You are a true motivator for me and my own photography. Robyn Reid ~ robynreid.photography

[@144deadly]

never realized that exposure compensation doesnt work in full manual,but that does make sense,,,,,thank you for pointing this out!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

No prob! It had me confused for a while until I figured it out, too.

[@HV71851]

Nice job! I lived in Massachusetts years ago, so I know how cold it gets up there, thank you!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks for appreciating the cold with me! ;)

[@jakebalhara5686]

Great explanation. And brave efforts to make a video.

[@muhammadasif572]

I like the way you explain so could not resist to subscribe you 👍

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks, Muhammad! :)

[@JDPhotography7]

Great video and beautiful shots. I shoot alot of waterfalls but in the warm weather of Hawaii. You definitely worked for those shots in the snow but they are awesome. I'm another one that never really uses exposure compensation but your explanation is well received. I might take a trip to the PNW to practice.

[@dennisvanmierlo]

Hi Brenda, You live in such a beautiful place. The nature is so amazingly beautiful. Just amazing. An that’s only on video. What this must be to be there in person 😊 Lot’s of greetings, Dennis 🇳🇱

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Yes, I feel so lucky to live in Vermont! So much to explore and photograph. You should visit someday!

[@thosyoung373]

Excellent tutorial. You’ve demystified exposure compensation, which I kinda thought I understood but didn’t. Thank you! I appreciate the work you’ve done in editing your videos. About 90% of those who put out tutorials obviously don’t watch them: too many mistakes; disjointed; the twirling 360° selfies... ugh! You are to be commended for the nice job you do in editing your videos to be seamless, if not waterproof. ;)

[@merlyn672]

Great video, clear explanations, great snow! my compliments Brenda. WIll try to put all that into practice in my Dolomites ;-)

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks so much, Marco! The Dolomites are incredible! I was lucky enough to be there a few summers ago. I can't wait to go back someday. What a place.

[@AndreadePoloSaibanti]

@@outdoorphotographyschool7366 Yes, it is a great place also to take star trails images along with the Dolomites....:-)

[@neilsparks.4447]

Hello Brenda , wonderful vlog! Great passion and determination in such harsh weather, but i bet its normal for you there. We have a hint of snow in the uk and the country grinds to a halt, useless!Thank you for the white balance lesson, all tips and tricks are great.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Neil Rossiter Thanks so much, Neil! Glad you liked the video. Can you believe we still have about 2ft of snow? It’s going to be a heck of a mud season!

[@kkyawzin15]

Thank you, Brenda. I learnt a lot from your video. I’m a beginner for photography and just only knew now...... exposure composition doesn’t work with fully manual mode.

[@schiomigadj]

Great video and the channel overall. Thx for the tips.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks! Glad you are enjoying them.

[@McKinnellPhotography]

Hi Brenda, just found your channel for the first time and really enjoyed this video. Looking forward to watching more of your work 🤓🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks so much, Steve!

[@CliftonTicehurst]

Really great and informative video Brenda, you bagged some great images 👍 stay safe. Cheers Cliff

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thank you, Cliff! Glad you think so.

[@azizdhilawala5964]

Very useful information...thanks.

[@danausec166]

I just came across you by accident today..your personality along with your knowledge kept me glued to the video...obviously, I immediately subbed and cannot wait to check your other ones...glad you finally dried out !

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Me too, let me tell you! So glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks so much for subbing!

[@georgesdaviles-estines8507]

well explained . thanks for all the trouble!

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

No worries! It was refreshing! ; )

[@JL-jj7cx]

You one me over with the fall.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Haha - so glad! I wish I had my GoPro still rolling when it happened...

[@JL-jj7cx]

won (;

[@johnosullivan5291]

Loved this vlog thank you

[@philipculbertson55]

Great job Brenda. Some excellent points. I love the snow. We rarely get any here in the South. I suspect you are getting ready for spring to arrive by now.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks, Philip! We've really had a lot of late season snow here in VT. We seems to be in a cold snap and are getting weekly snow dumps! Hard to believe it was almost 60 in February... I love snow too, but I am excited to see some green soon. It may not be until May though! Maybe I should head South for a little greenery! :)

[@bobnelson2499]

Fantastic....Thanks so much for sharing.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

No problem - thanks, Bob!

[@andyperkins9969]

Great video, Brenda, thank you! I've always avoided using exposure compensation and instead just shot in manual and estimated how much I needed to offset with overexposing. But it seems like I'd do less work and get fewer throw-away images by switching to one of the priority modes and using this method.

[@outdoorphotographyschool7366]

Thanks, Andy! In all honesty, when I'm doing landscape photography, I almost always shoot in full manual mode. I made it a rule for myself a while back to only use full manual until I really got comfortable with it (took lots of terrible shots, but it was worth the learning curve). I usually only switch to one of the priority modes when it would be more convenient to do so, like when time is of the essence. That said, I agree that shooting in full manual does then mean you end up with more test shots that would be throw away shots.

[@crittersnaps]

Concur

[@davyscales7732]

Never used shutter priority before, but seeing this i might just give it a try, thank you for the tip. instant sub by the way

[@helencogan2187]

Just found your channel...EXCELLENT!!!