I Found the Windows XP Wallpaper!

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My friends and I recreated the Windows XP photo 'Bliss' #Microsoft #WindowsXP #Windows
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[@ANDREWLEVITT]

Apple crossed me so I'm all in on Microsoft now!! If you want to download the wallpapers: www.patreon.com/andrewlevitt

[@furious-choehaalen1525]

Microsoft 🥰

[@messinator007]

Lol

[@kevinlin5576]

Haha….. you must’ve missed the Windows 11 event…..

[@koushik095]

😂

[@shamnadshah1622]

Windows 11 have some for you 😀, we are waiting for your version 🔥✨

[@highstereolove]

0:47 that was the smoothest transition, ever!

[@NuclearTopSpot]

0:51 more like

[@paulandrewhope]

7:37 is a nice one too

[@coolminer6242]

I just straight up yelled dammnnnnnn

[@angusgordino5747]

You know what the song is at that time?

[@supernt7852]

Agree

[@ThioJoe]

Very awesome, the Palouse is incredible, can't believe I hadn't heard of it before. • Fun fact (You probably found this while researching Bliss but many others might not know): Even in the years when the Bliss wallpaper was taken, it didn't look like it does in the wallpaper, but was always a Vineyard with the stakes and grapevines. But a couple years before the picture was taken, there was some bug infestation that made them tear out all the vines and stakes, leaving just the hills (and were later put back again, as we see today). The photographer also happened to drive through the area after a rainstorm which left everything particularly green. So the photo itself would only have been possible for handful of total days over those limited years (where it was a clear sunny day after a rainstorm). The perfect time to be taken for XP. We're also lucky that the photographer had the right kind of camera and film, a medium format camera shooting Fuji Velvia, known for having rally saturated colors. He credits much of the success of the photo to the type of film and the larger format (much bigger and higher 'resolution' than normal 35mm). He was also obviously really skilled, having been a photographer for National Geographic. So basically the scene of Bliss was really only something that could have been happened upon by chance, and wasn't some well known photography spot. We're very lucky that the Photographer, Charles, had been particularly watchful that day.

[@luisnelson]

1st Reply

[@sirclark4405]

that was a great comment thiojoe thank you

[@marigoldss]

thanks for the great fact

[@jordanabendroth6458]

Nice ThioJoe, I actually live on the palouse,

[@Evozul]

Im going to sabatoge that vineyard for a photo

[@John-rp3iy]

That transition 0:51 I think I’m in love

[@Weisz]

Holy crap that was insane

[@edoardodepiccoli3004]

Me too bro

[@HeEdits]

how to get inspired 101 lol

[@dt8101]

i saw a similar transition from New York skyline to Paris skyline in a TV show or movie, but couldn't remember which show/movie it is...

[@andytupman2051]

@@dt8101 That was in the Marvelous Mrs Maisel. I tried linking it from Twitter but it wouldnt post. Search for 'new york paris transition maisel' and you'll find it.

[@bbacalhau]

That was so fun to watch! Well done guys!

[@mohanvarma7733]

How is the camper van project going??...two of my favourite KZbinrs❤️

[@Abdulmajeed-sy1us]

This video really made me feel happy, excellent video capturing and editing. One day I'll go there

[@ANDREWLEVITT]

Thanks dude!

[@asterio5228]

4th reply 😳

[@SuperWiiBros08]

this feels like an HD remake from the groundup of the original bliss also these photos are really neat, feel so fitting for a wallpaper

[@TheGrandGamerOfficial]

Yeah

[@DaedalusYoung]

The original Bliss is a large format analog film photo. It's higher def than any high def available.

[@NicolARark]

Hello verified person

[@user-zp5ec4zg1d]

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[@user-zp5ec4zg1d]

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[@Josh-ge4lh]

"I don't feel comfortable flying a drone anymore" *cuts to a drone shot*

[@Luca-fk6xz]

I read that just as he said it in the video 🤯

[@Nugcon]

true bruh moment

[@HillierSmith]

Glad I'm not the only one who appreciates that transition from Marvelous Mrs Maisel!

[@mpyl]

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[@ANDREWLEVITT]

I knew someone would recognize it! I've been waiting years for the right video to recreate it

[@morrisonben]

0:50 excuse me. You cant just casually pull off such an insane transition

[@wojtekpolska1013]

One of the advantages of the OG Bliss, is that it was made with a film camera, and the type of film used rly looks great with the scenery

[@robotomo4249]

For as long as I can remember, I've loved grasslands, they give me a feeling of BLISS and comfort and other things that no other landscape does. I always would've thought that beautiful places like this couldn't exist... Guess I was wrong.

[@phillipe4742]

Weird right?

[@MightyWinz]

Same for me, if you want a similar experience, go through wind turbine databases, and you can find areas similar probably, with wind turbines of course.

[@atkinse1719]

You are criminally underrated, the photography and editing is amazing, much love from GB

[@michaeldalberti3597]

This is exactly how it is to be a photographer - you can plan everything just right, but you have to let mother nature show you a bit of luck. Amazing video - love the road trip vibes and adventure.

[@Weisz]

YES ANDREW JOIN THE PC MASTER RACE 😂

[@ANDREWLEVITT]

Want to find a way to scientifically destroy my iPhone?

[@trunestor]

@@ANDREWLEVITT go ahead

[@danieleremin1924]

@@ANDREWLEVITT Just ask TechRax.

[@Cjnator38]

@Fromage yeah but where do I get it for $500

[@algebruh_m8652]

@Fromage Nice jokes, I'd say they're funny but you're just attention seeking for clout 🤭

[@aaronhutt274]

"I don't think I'm comfortable flying a drone here" *Shows drone shots*

[@ViewsofHarry]

7:37 that was so sick. These transitions are amazing

[@sucyshi]

As a non-photographer I was very confused why you didn't fly into a closer airport like Spokane or Pullman, then realized you probably wanted to hit as many of WA's 7 regional climates and corresponding landscapes as possible

[@bhavya.n777]

the nostalgia that hit me when seeing that is immeasurable

[@JontyLevine]

That San Francisco to Seattle transition was gorgeous. And can you do Red Moon Desert next? I'd really love a high-resolution copy of that.

[@shafo827]

The hill you guys took looks like someone punched the hill and left a massive dent lmao

[@Contemelia]

I need some unsee juice...

[@henryyandell3222]

@@guicbenites bruh they said at the start the actual one looks different to how it did so they went to a different place, I believe it’s a vineyard now

[@guicbenites]

@@henryyandell3222 ok

[@tyronedsouza]

@@guicbenites bruh.

[@cardioandfriends]

@@henryyandell3222 always has been

[@S133S]

The skyline Seattle transition was killer! Great video.

[@ahumblerequest5222]

This whole video inspired me to go out, have fun and live life. Thank you guys, I really needed this. 🙏🥺

[@winmactutoriales5218]

Coming Up next: we took a flight too the space too recreate the mountain lion wallpaper

[@MultiInternational1]

LOL

[@MaxRovensky]

Fund fact, Windows 10 wallpaper is actually a photo (they used glass (or acrylic) squares and lots of haze), check out Gmunk, the guy who shot it

[@davidlarroya]

OMG i didnt know It was a photo bro thanks mr shreerlock

[@ashyboo74]

I live in the Palouse and I've thought I live in the Windows XP background since I moved here! I'm glad you got to enjoy it!

[@jaxder94]

GO COUGS. The palouse is a gorgeous place and Washington is home to half a dozen unique biomes. Love my state.

[@kirrichmond]

._. small world, I know you

[@MarvinNeumannOfficial]

As always, your editing is everything!

[@agonizin]

Glad you got sponsored man! Love from San Jose, Willow Glen!

[@luketpd]

Very good video, the music, emotions and script was totally perfect!

[@Gabrielgrassmayr]

0:56 this transition was crazy🤯

[@kurohnuinui]

Nature sure is beautiful, I had fun watching you guys enjoying the trip and having fun. I'm being inspired by u guys to level up my photography skills so I can also take beautiful shots and sceneries.

[@arunavade2571]

Taylor is an amazing photographer! Love every single one of his photos! :) And great going on the video ideas as well! :D

[@frich2k]

I just looked through the photos on Taylor, and I have to say that they are absolutely magnificent! I am happy that you guys are still doing this, I wish you to continue it as long as you find happiness in it!

[@l.abuddy23]

Although I did not grow up with Bliss, I did grow up with the iconography of green hills & blue skies(Frutiger). I can't find other landscapes that match its awe, and that's because Bliss is saturated more. That is a unique aspect of this image, making it 10x easier to remember its beauty.

[@JoshuaReinert]

Loved it! The adventure and the video. Well done as always!

[@shadow5990]

0:50 that was one of the sickest transition I have ever seen.

[@sanashi27]

The photos you guys took were really beautiful. Makes me wish I could go outside to a place like that cause it seems to peaceful and nice.

[@HEYitzED]

Incredible work guys. Really enjoyed this video.

[@paulfrancois]

Aside from the fact that your wallpapers look a lot better, your soundtrack selection is also amazing. 😻

[@nicthegiant]

I go to school out there at WSU for 3 years and I've been doing photography out in the palouse for a year now. Love this.

[@TeacherDha]

Man your contents are amazing!!!! I love all your pictures 🙂 all were picturesque!!!!

[@97TP]

The Palouse is one of the most beautiful places to visit during the late spring! Glad you got to visit a part of Washington State most people don't know exists. Steptoe Butte is amazing and I've gotten tons of great shots up there.

[@payalpatel2839]

Great video!!! Absolutely loved the alternate wallpapers

[@corndog8331]

Upset this wasn’t even in my feed, glad I follow on Instagram so I didn’t miss out on this one. Great video as usual

[@jrjtube1708]

I never excpected Andrew to break the mac,hope he backed everything up

[@kenlimosnero]

That sounded like it was a mission and a half! Looks like you boys are having the best time doing what you love 👌🏽

[@Neuwey331]

This video has a lot of shots that could be great wallpaper material.

[@renlafraise4359]

Same, incredible and brilliant !! Good job guys.

[@theowletblog]

oh hey, I'm early! Gives me chance to say congrats on your channel growth. Its amazing! I also found your through the Apple wallpapers video. Your content is amazing. I find it really motivating so I always watch your videos before work in the morning (I'm a travel blogger so it really helps!). Thank you so much!

[@ramirocortavarria]

You should do a series showing the most beautiful places of each state! This was great.

[@zeuskofo2790]

Been waiting for this recreation!

[@andrewedgar380]

Great video....added to the bucket list of places to visit.

[@juliagomes6165]

you guys are so fun, love the vídeo!!

[@zackgross144]

Wow I cannot believe I just found you guys for the first time. I’m in love with those wallpapers!

[@richardr8295]

The quality of your Videos is so unbelievable good. Love it.

[@lucerokopecek2833]

Best video ever!!!! So fun and pleasant to watch 🙌🏻

[@thepasols1579]

What I like about you guys is you are dedicated to your goal which is to really find those places and satisfy us, your viewers.

[@katet8639]

That whole place looks like living in the windows xp wall paper. Honestly the picture with the one tree is even better than windows

[@rksmey11]

I first spotted your channel about making Mac OS wallpaper , really inspired , Your channel will be the great one in the future

[@liljoeyredblue581]

The feeling of Microsoft bliss is literaly in most of my dreams, the dreams I have are about me in this "bliss" like world, only grassy hills and blue sky with a few clouds. No distance mountains or extra stuff, just basicly things that make you feel isolated in a good way

[@JamesBurtenshaw]

Your videos are sick! That transition from San Francisco to Seattle was just 👌

[@Chris_P_Bacon]

The quality is awesome, keep it up!

[@wattleproductions8026]

Nice video 🙂 the photo looks great!

[@Innovazian]

So glad you came to the Palouse, went to U of I up there and can attest the rolling hills, along with Palouse Falls, are absolutely beautiful. Disappointed I missed you passing through.

[@jonathangarreis4328]

Dude amazing video!

[@perrypereyra6671]

SO COOOL like seriously this video has a peaceful vibe

[@Adisypher]

Such a feelgood video, I hope this video blows up for you! Good luck guys!

[@carstenhigbie]

That transition at 0:50 was AMAZING. Keep it up Andrew!

[@jayster3.0]

If I ever see that the bliss hill is back to a hill instead of a vineyard, I’m gonna run on it and roll around in the grass.

[@orhankou]

amazing shots again . congrats Andrew and team

[@SparlsOfficial]

2:30 baby that is a new wallpaper right there if I ever did see one! That could be a great new microsoft wallpaper.

[@atom-ark]

Great job guys...those pics are fantastic! I love how much fun you guys have...was smiling the whole video! "My Mom's gonna kill me!" Hahaha

[@haleyllopez]

You guys are killin it!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@corbynkeen7468]

Videos just keep getting better

[@nickeic8629]

The Vibe of your Videos is just awesome!

[@Ricklet0ons]

Make more of this please it's so interesting!

[@thatpitter]

The videography is always so STUNNING. Y’all this is so inspiring

[@Yellilaresan]

I really love your Music Selection and your storytelling in you videos Brother.Keep It Up! Really enjoyed it

[@Burbie]

I just watched the 1st video 2 days ago so it's really cool this came out now !

[@elmin13]

This is amazing! Good stuff

[@monkeguy2203]

bro that looks fun as hell, I'm about to grab a couple of friends and just drive through Palouse in a couple of years when i get my license

[@dsahernik]

The quality of the content is just stunning!

[@manilarice617]

You deserve more support bro!

[@jordanabendroth6458]

Wow, I just discovered your channel but I've lived on the palouse my whole life, it's really cool taking the drone out in March to May when everything is green

[@madebygo1577]

These videos make me think I wish I was your friend! Beautiful video and editing always super, bye from Italy

[@alifffarhan1163]

subscribed! great content

[@State-Of-Mind]

holy shit such a good channel! Can't wait to watch you guys grow even larger

[@James-dv3ft]

In perfect timing for lunch 🙏 love the videos and hope your well

[@wakkowarner3716]

You definitely deserve more views and subscribers. Your videos are insanely good.

[@edoardodepiccoli3004]

Congrats for the production quality on this

[@jessiegivi]

I love the dedication of this team… you deserve more views and subs! ❤️

[@mahfah7911]

The timing of this video is just so right as KZbin algorithms suggest more of classic windows

[@codernakul]

That place is so beautiful just want lay there on the green grass on cool sunny day. Keep it Up Nice video

[@RM-bv1xm]

Awesome video once again!

[@thevinduekanayake248]

Love your videos

[@mrswww26]

I'm going to subscribe for this kind of content. Keep it up

[@shonen84]

Amazing, you guys. Thanks for sharing the journey!!

[@vanziers]

Thank you KZbin for recommending me this gem! I freaking love this type of content

[@teofil.a567]

I belived that part 2 won't come but it did eventualy. Great stuff bro! I belvive you can reatch 1 mil this year!!!

[@Colorella13]

You got my like for the transition at 0:47. Let`s hope the rest of the vid also slaps