I Forgot the MOST Important Thing in Landscape Photography

[@CluelessYoutuber]

Have been suggested a number of videos about rediscovering love for photography and found this one. Immensely important to be reminded of the ‘basics’ and what got us going.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

I agree. I get so caught up in chasing the images, working hard to produce the best work that I can. It is so easy to forget that it's supposed to be fun.

[@andymiles5156]

Chris I enjoyed watching your videos before, but since your break you have taken them to another level. Lovely seeing you so happy.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks Andy - is there anything specific that you think is making the difference? This sort of feedback is invaluable to a creator like me.

[@andymiles5156]

Trying to put it into words, but it feels a little more informal (in a good way), relaxed, intimate and I have a sense of seeing more ‘Chris’ and your personality. The icing on the cake rather anything being wrong before.

[@CraigNiesenPhotography]

Yay the selfie’s back!! I think a lot of us have been forgetting the most important thing. I'm glad you reminded me. That was a fun little video. Thanks for sharing. Peace and safe travels.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Hey Craig, can't make my mind up if I miss the selfies or if I am glad they have been confined to the annals of history.

[@brianbeattyphotography]

Every day getting out there is a good day! Glad to see you're doing better, and hope all is well and you're back to 100% soon.

[@Sparkchaser91]

I really agree about the fun. I forget that sometimes. As for your gallbladder problems, I feel for you. I had those same problems, and ended up having it removed in 2019. Pray you continue to be able to get out and have fun, and not be bothered to much by your gallbladder.

[@c.alcazar2584]

Chris no matter whst kind of camera you have it should be fun, beautiful area and beautiful pictures.alwsys remember have fun no matter what....stay safe happy you are doing much better

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Very true - but sometimes all of the paraphernalia that comes with being a landscape photographer gets in the way.

[@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67]

Cool video Chris, it should always be fun but you are right, we tend to get caught up in video and images and often forget to enjoy it.... nice images thanks for sharing.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers John - we KZbinrs have so much to think about when on location - what to say on camera, what b-roll to film, how to tell a compelling story AND capture inspiring images. It is no wonder we sometimes forget to have fun!

[@scottferguson5462]

Glad you're on the way to recovery. Thoroughly enjoyable video. Take it easy and very best wishes

[@jimrookphotos]

Really liking the approach your taking and the inner stories at the base of why we love photography.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers Jim - I made the decision when I returned to KZbin that I just wanted to share whatever it was that I was going through at the time - that way I would never run out of ideas! :)

[@MrBerry67]

always an idea to remember to have fun and enjoy

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

It is so easy to forget that when we get caught up in chasing an image and the frustration if we aren't producing the standard of images that you would like. Some of us need reminding at times.

[@renevierhuis]

Good to see you’re able to go out. Beautiful shots mate.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers Rene - nice to put the fun before the images for a change.

[@timrosenburgh9485]

Hi Chris, Glad to see that you are getting better after your opp and getting out more but take it easy. It was nice to see you relaxed and having fun which i agree with you as some people take it too serious as you say. It's good to see you walking the crags for a change and coming away with some nice images.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers Tim - I did a lot of 'walking the crags' last year as part of '12 Significant Photos', just didn't film it... I was too knackered! LOL :)

[@christopherbeckerdite4273]

Chris, this was a wonderful video. Thank you for your time and effort making it and I appreciate you sharing it.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks Christopher - it was a pleasure mate! :)

[@AdrianRankin]

Very fun video Chris! You’re spot on, sometimes it’s all too serious and it’s good to reflect on why we picked up a camera in the first place - fun!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Indeed Adrian - we get so bogged down with trying to produce the best images that we can (and the constant frustration of failing to do so) that it is no wonder that sometimes we forget that it is supposed to be fun.

[@GingerPhotographer]

Hiking + Photography = Great combo! I often walk 15 to 25 km's on a Sunday just to wind down 🤙

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

25K Martin? I am not sure I'd want to do that with my massive tripod strapped to my back!

[@GingerPhotographer]

@@ChrisSalePhoto It's an addiction! :) Think my rucksack is around 12 kg - You can leave the forces but the forces will never leave you. 😀

[@stephendarlington]

Good to see the return of the selfie - it's been imitated by others, but never bettered. For me photography is what gets me out, but actually taking photographs is very much secondary to being out experiencing the beauty of nature. Of course if I can then capture some of that beauty in a photograph for others to appreciate then all the better. But nothing will ever capture that feeling of just being there, more so if I have made some effort to actually get there. For me the best vlogs are those that focus on the photographer being out, enjoying, experiencing, and then capturing, the landscape rather than showing them just taking shot after shot after shot after shot.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

A fair point Stephen, something for me to consider. I have found in the past that when I focus on the video my photography really suffers. It is a case of finding the right balance I suppose.

[@philiptamburello5437]

Well done. Having fun is really fun.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

It certianly is Philip, it is the most fun thing to do that I can think of.

[@jimwlouavl]

Gorgeous views. Glad you had fun!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers Jim

[@MiguelACoronaDM]

Epic finish, LOL! Loved that you turned around and came back for your camera. I always thought you left it there ; ) Indeed, photography should be fun and not about capturing that epic image each time we head out. Great reminder and message. Glad you're feeling better!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

If it were a Sony Miguel, I probably would leave it behind! LOL :)

[@clintwood1983]

Some top notch B Roll. Good video. Cheers

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

LOL! I'll me fliming at 120fps next!

[@alanpinn2266]

Chris - Light camera, light tripod, light pack - nothing wrong with that! An enjoyable video of you relaxing and having fun. You deserve an "easy" day! Keep up the good work! Cheers.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers Alan - it was good not to have to lug my full kit about. I've said it before... if Canon did l-series lenses for the EF-M mount I'd swap tomorrow!

[@desgardner7169]

Six weeks is the time off you need for that op take care!...lts nice to see somebody out with a camera that we can all afford and what's more you got some good images with it on a not very nice day! so well done! Thank you for taking us with you.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers Des - at the moment I don't know if I am having the op. Seeing the surgeon in May, we'll find out then.

[@tonyhales-BigT]

Great video mate. loved the image of that "big ol bit of rock" good to see you out and about.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers buddy - are you getting out much yourself?

[@tonyhales-BigT]

@Chris Sale I am mate. Work getting in the way a bit though. It'll slow down about soon though.

[@ianbarnett]

Hi Chris, well that was fun. It was just a nice fun blog, too short! But fits in well with my style!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Hi Ian - yeah, I am trying to ut my videos down, remove all of the filler and get to the point. I might have taken things too far. This week's is even shorter! Couple of nice images in it though. :)

[@ervinslens]

Beautiful video man, 0:58 just beautiful shot.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks man, it was pretty crap light for landscape photography, but it didn't stop me from enjoying myself.

[@1971wizzard]

Great inspirational video, keep well and keep up the great work buddy!!!

[@AlanMETALMAN]

Have a couple of very pleasant says at 'The Lodge in the Vale' there and despite the day not being the best, a bit dull, a bit misty and some may say a bit miserable, you still managed a couple of real good shots, even without your big camera. Good to hear your gall stones are not flaring up and nice to see the selfie back again, I have missed it! Cheers Alan

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks Alan - it is a nice little walk up to Wren Crag. One for Mrs Metalman perhaps?

[@huwalban]

Lovely video Chris. Great to see you out and about, and also being completely relaxed. There are times when I got out and, you know, I don't create a single picture because deep down I know that all I want is a womble in the landscape. Stay safe and well sir

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

I hear you mate - I guess we are all a bit like that at times, but it is a rare occurance for me.

[@timnightingale4325]

Nice one Chris. It's a fair point you make.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers Tim - should be obvious to all of us, but many (myself included) forget.

[@TravelsofRedRover]

Boy is that an understatement! When landscape photography stops being fun, wont do it any more. That’s not to say it is always easy, but the fun is in the struggle. Great video. Bye for now.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks John - it would be useful to hear specifically what I am doing differently that you enjoy so much. Drop me a message if you have the time, I'd really appreciate it.

[@virtual_knight]

Mate, you are a true master.!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks, but I'm not really - I just love what I do and want to share that with as many likeminded people as possible. :)

[@ronnyheinemann1283]

It looks like fun brings better images 👍👍

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Maybe Ronny - given the conditions, there are 1 or 2 in here that I thought were OK.

[@rosssayer6524]

Sometimes it is good for the soul to just go out and enjoy yourself in a relaxing atmosphere, nice to see you take this on Chris. Enjoyed the images as well.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers Ross - the images in this are nothing special, but I find that most of the time the pleasure in taking a photo is the same, regardless.

[@keithpinn152]

Hi Chris: This was a thoroughly enjoyable video. It is so good to see you having some fun. I also like the images that you created with your small rig. Cheers, Keith

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks Keith - the images were OK, nothing special, but sometimes that doesn't matter, does it.

[@ioregan]

Don't diss the B-roll. :-) I've been endlessly inspired, and planned more than a few routes, based on B-roll like yours :-D

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Fair enough Ian... but you have to admit it does get a bit much at times. Bores me me to tears!

[@ioregan]

@@ChrisSalePhoto I do find myself scrolling through quite a lot of it, on some people's videos, yep :-)

[@BosePhotography]

Glad to see you up and about again Chris, I hope the recovery is going well. Also great to see you having a bit of fun, definitely what it should all be about! 😀Some really nice images here too, I really like that one at 2:30. Sam

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers mate, that was my favourite too. Recovery is going OK, they've got me on a super low fat diet but fortunately I can still drink!

[@johnmobbs]

i have so enjoyed your new approach to vlogging.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks John - I'd be really interested in hearing what it is that I am doing differently that you are enjoying. That sort of feedback is priceless to a creator like me.

[@TheNonsenseAdventures]

Very true, Landscape photography is a great way to be in nature, disconnect from humanity and reconnect with nature. Problem is then you share your image and people ask for gps coordinates (yep a certain compton asked me this) and then you repeatedly see the same composition of the same image hundreds of times on social media and suddenly you don't feel that disconnect and you just feel that everything is becoming too much of a toxic competition. Everyone wants to seem like they were original when shooting the same ship wrecked boat as the other hundred people that day. Glad to see you were out and just having fun with it. I found a good way to have fun is remove myself from all those toxic communities that have sprouted up where it is just digital willy waving!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Oh dear Adam - that doesn't sound good. I don't pay much attention to what others are doing these days, just concentrate on myself. I found that there was so much in fighting and bitchiness going on in the 'community' that I decided a couple of years back that I wanted nothing more to do with it. I really only speak to Jules and Sam Bose these days. I do miss some of the other guys, James Burns and Tom Peters in particular, good blokes those two.

[@TheNonsenseAdventures]

@@ChrisSalePhoto yep left the community around 2 years ago as well. Kept a few people in contact but same as you, left the others! Enjoying wildlife far more these days anyways. Glad you are keeping safe and recovering.

[@ChristopherCina]

Beautiful area! That was 'fun'!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks Christopher, I certainly enjoyed myself.

[@ianspicer1529]

Happy days!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Happy days indeed mate!

[@DedicationPhotography]

Really nice video man, enjoyed it!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks mate, please that you enjoyed it.

[@terrynewmanphotography]

Really enjoyable video Chris. Didn’t know you had a blancmange tripod in your kit. 😀

[@AndrewBassonZA]

life is a journey man, not a race :) that tiny cam sure does deliver some crisp shots mind you

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers Andrew - I am fond of saying "photography is a journey that has no destination". If that is true, why are we in such a hurry to 'get' somewhere?

[@barrieanthony952]

Fun is the most important thing to me, nice vid

[@royeefluuk]

The music is a bit serious though… 😂 Thanks for the video, love them!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

I am not the best with the music Roy, I usually just 'bung it on at the end'. Gone for a more upbeat track this week. Most people will probably hate it!

[@dougmckillop9352]

A video full of irony? Never seen you having less fun in a video! 😂 On a more sincere note I hope the recovery continues and you get back to full health soon. 😀

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

If you ever want to see me having a really miserable time, check out the time I went wild camping on High Street. Most awful experience of my life! Never again! :)

[@hughwolfe1176]

Chris it’s kind of nice to see some of your local area (roads, structures, etc). Landscape photography is typically far away from civilization. Since I’m not familiar with your area it’s difficult to relate to where things are. More photos of the roads winding about and villages would be welcome… Stay safe and take care.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Hi Hugh - was out filming a video in one of oour villages this morning, just for you! It will be out in a couple of weeks. :)

[@hughwolfe1176]

@@ChrisSalePhoto now I feel like a celebrity 😁

[@Chris-NZ]

Hi Chris, glad to see you recovering from your opp and having a bit of fun without being weighed down by the gear and to be honest on an IPad there is absolutely nothing wrong with those images. Also pleased to see your selfie back, it always felt a bit like your point of difference all those years back when you started out. Cheers Chris from NZ :)

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

No recovery yet Chris, not had the opp yet, and not seeing the surgeon until May. Anyway... Happy New Year! :)

[@Fjzk952]

Great video Cris, glad you are well and back to KZbin on a weekly basis. I love to go out with this small M50, it’s so much fun to use and output is really good. If you ever get the 55-200 zoom you are fully covered for your hikes.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

I have to be honest, I am not the best with the telephoto. Of the three lenses I normally use of landscape photography it is the one I use least. If I did get the 55-200 it would probably spend most of it's time in the bag. An area for me to work I perhaps.

[@Brock_in_the_North]

Love a good mountain selfie :) I think theres a lot of snobbery surrounding landscape photography so it makes me happy that there is a photographer out there I cn relate too in this sense. A beautiful scene, me looking into the distance.....love it haha I use my drone for this too, I don't even mind putting myself in my KZbin videos either which I do with the drone. If you can't love yourself how can you love anyone or anything else after all :)

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

I agree with you about the snobbery that surrounds landscape photography. Mike Prince wrote an interesting argument about it recently, it's worth reading if you haven't already. www.mikeprince.org/blog/watergate-a-case-of-photo-snobbery

[@Brock_in_the_North]

I'll give it a read thank you :) enjoy your content Chris, been with you since you quit your job and enjoyed the journey so far. All the best :)

[@lakesrhino1]

Glad to see you made it back to Wren Crag even in those conditions. As you say it's an easy climb with a lot going for it. Personally I found the rest of the fell to High Rigg uninspiring and enjoyed that side of the fell. Did like the two tree shot I tried to focus more on them being a border but that composition works for me.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

I am with you on that one Rod, the last couple of times I have climbed up there I have decided to go no further.

[@dirkkersting1522]

Gallbladder incident? Hope, everything is right now! Wishing you all the best! Looking forward seeing new vids from you. Greetings from Germany , Dirk

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks Dirk - yeah, they have me on a new low fat diet which seems to be doing the trick.

[@dirkkersting1522]

@@ChrisSalePhotoI have had colon cancer last year, I can imagine what that all means to you. 🍀✊🏼

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

My goodness Dirk! I wish you only good health for the future.

[@dirkkersting1522]

@@ChrisSalePhoto thank you very much! Everything is fine now. Had a lot of luck. The same to you!

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

That is so good to hear Dirk. All the best mate.

[@neilt]

I thought the first image had a very 3D appearance, low flying cloud has its uses. Welcome back selfie! 😀

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Hi Ian - yeah, I've been cutting my videos down, removing all of the filler. They are getting a bit short. Tonight's is even shorter. Couple of nice images in it though. :)

[@NigelPullen]

Couldn't agree with you more Chris

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Cheers Nigel

[@nigelwest3430]

Tamron do a very nice 17-35 F2.8-4 that is very light and very good, Feels right at home (With the EF-EF-M Adaptor) on the M5 so I guess it would be good on the M50 as well.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks Nigel, but that would give me even less range that the 15-45 that I already have. I tried it with my EF 16-35 but it was too heavy - kind of defeats the point of a lightweigh setup. I am surprised more manufacturers don't make lenses for the EF-M mount.

[@elegantinfusions]

Nice little vlog Chris, what was the camera you used ?

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Hi Paul - it is a Canon EOS M50 (mark 1) with the EF-M 15-45mm kit lens. Great lightweight setup that I would normally use for filming (so good I bought 2 of them).

[@bobcoggin4618]

Brill 👍🏻

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Thanks Bob.

[@stevebennettphotography]

And on the subject of just for fun, looking at you behind that camera and tripod, Wren Crag could very well be on Lilliput 😆.

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

Normal sized tripod... giant photographer!

[@andysavin5929]

Absolutely gutted there was no footage of your Jetboil or RidgeMonkey technique, how am I supposed to go into nature and survive without that knowledge!!! Seriously, nice to see a more similar take on landscape photography that I've settled in to. More often than not I leave the Z7 and associated crap at home and hike for 10-15miles with just the GRiii and RX100 in my pocket and still get some nice A2 size prints from them.

[@haroldmassey5966]

Fun is good

[@ChrisSalePhoto]

It certainly is Harold!