I Live For Moments Like This | Landscape Photography, Hiking, Camper Van.

[@Rehmoss]

The upside down photo is absolutely fantastic

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Thanks a lot, glad you like it 👍

@@ThomasHeatonPhoto Speaking of stove, you don't have a shop called Biltema in the UK as far as I know, but they have a gas stove that I've used a lot, and it's cheap and good. I can't leave a link here I guess, but if you go to biltema dot no and search for 37-996 you'll find it. I've seen it in other shops at other names, so you might have it over there.

[@markheaton]

yeah it reminds me of silent hill

[@cerealkiller4248]

18 months ago we toured Scotland in a motorhome. We wild camped as much as we could, I took on fresh water in small petrol stations after filling up with fuel, we dropped the grey water down drains and the chemical toilet emptied in campsites when we stayed. We’re off again in August, nothing better than staying overnight for an early morning photography outing, what a life 👍

[@thebr0wnhornet]

You should get the last image airbrushed on the side of your van for that classic 70s look

[@alexgimagery]

Nice, I second that motion!

[@noiseache7720]

Get I wrapped.

[@moo5e471]

I really like Thomas because no matter how many subscribers or success he gets his videos haven't lost their charm and personal feel, I think that's rare.

[@MarksMotography]

He's the English Peter McKinnon in that respect. Feels like I'm watching a mate chat to me.

[@Fell_Wanderer]

@@MarksMotography Tom is better than Mckinnon in the sense he's a different kind of photographer. Both are different guys with unique styles, one's a vlogger and one is a decent landscape photographer, guess which one is which?..

[@MarksMotography]

@@Fell_Wanderer By that logic I can claim anyone is better by them being different. I'm not comparing or ranking them, it's apples and oranges. I just mentioned something they have in common that I like about both of them.

[@TJ-po9ol]

@@Fell_Wanderer Peter mccanon doesn’t even use a tripod for his “prints” 🤣

[@Robert-im3wi]

The reflected image is a nice picture but you wouldn't guess the story of it without seeing the video.

[@stevepaquette3169]

magnficant

[@vdiitd]

While living in crowded, congested city, I sometimes forget how beautiful our planet really is. Thank you for this video.

[@shubhankar1077]

The image is dreamy af and flippin awesome

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

"flippin", I like it 😎

[@shubhankar1077]

@@ThomasHeatonPhoto hell yah!!!

[@DavidFlowerOfficial]

The flipped reflection shot is an absolute gem.

[@alecmurray4921]

I grew up in the Manchester area and family holidays were spent youth hostelling in the Lake District and Northumberland. Fifty-some years ago I was uprooted as my family moved to Canada. I’ve been here so long that I identify as Canadian and wouldn’t want to live anywhere else. Until I see videos like this, and I feel a knot of homesickness in my stomach. The lakes and fells are magical, and you make magic in the way you capture them. Thanks, as always. Oh, and the last image is a dream. Perhaps I’ll realize a similar dream once more should over make it back again. Meanwhile, I’ll keep watching and enjoying your experiences from afar.

[@wilfbm9067]

Mate you should be an author

[@andrewnoden9117]

Hi originally from Bolton and now live in Ottawa Canada, you totally captured how I feel.

[@alecmurray4921]

@@andrewnoden9117 went to Bolton School for 2 yrs before emigrating. Now living in Markham.

[@alecmurray4921]

@@wilfbm9067 that’s what my wife says. She’s not keen on my efforts at photography…😅

[@andrewnoden9117]

@@alecmurray4921 hi Alec, Smithills Moor Grammar school, worked in UAE before coming to Canada🙂

[@RussWeymouthPhotography]

To me photography is about expressing creativity - those last few images are what it's all about.

[@all-ainzy7188]

I'm overweight and a photography enthusiast but watching this and the last few clips is pushing me to try get more in shape and I'm now planning next month travel up to Dale head as its been a dream to be somewhere like this! Keep up the amazing videos and for me the uncropped photo was amazing showing all of the scene and the story.

[@ludisart]

Are you still overweight?

[@all-ainzy7188]

@@ludisart I'm not nearly in shape but have now lost just coming up to 40lbs! Last year did all 3 peaks with a month gap inbetween too

[@gillwood]

@@all-ainzy7188 Amazing. Well done

[@all-ainzy7188]

@@gillwood thank you!

[@hramakrishnaiah413]

The last image is indeed a dream image.

[@LeePengellyPhotography]

Yes that misty tree shot was the one, not dreamy just minimalist, almost painterly effect. Top stuff.

[@philipmusa2653]

An image that will confuse how it possible unless they seen the video how it was captured. This is what photography is about... right place right time

[@BlueOrangey1]

I think the 2nd last image is the better shot, it still captures that dreamy etherealness of the reflection forest but also captures the context beautifully surrounding it. Something about the mist covering the actual forest but seeing the forest so clearly in the water's reflection is just so magical.

[@Jacob-oz9pw]

Agreed; I think the second image without context looks more like an image taken slightly out of focus. With context it works, but the first image tells the story better imo.

[@doptimist]

Yup.

[@tortohare2803]

Mmmmmm. I had that strange ethereal numb-struck feeling only the awesomeness of a lovingly captured landscape can inspire. Mmmmmm. Thank you Thomas.

[@joshuagow3150]

The reflected tree image is phenomenal. Always, always worth waiting around a little longer, even when you think already got the shot. Loved the whole road trip series!

[@colingreen73]

Perfect. Just like the old days of Tom. Don’t need sliders and multiple angles of the van driving this was fantastic. Change nothing sir Tom you can’t improve on perfect.

[@anisab9506]

Love, love, love, that inverted image. Brilliant. Soothing. Uplifting. Simple. It stands on its own as to what my heart needs right now in this lingering madness. A present moment of peace and serenity. Thank you 🙏

[@hughp00]

I absolutely LOVE this reflected tree shot! As Jay Maisel would say, that shot will never be seen the same way again. Outstanding!

[@dirtywater5336]

I can't get over how bare the mountains are there. Where I live in northeastern New York, mountains are all covered in trees from top to bottom. Not even a shrub there

[@angelksaxena]

That last image is why I have watched 100s of your videos dear Thomas. ❤️

[@jwebb4750]

Thomas : "Ive been too lazy to do drone footage today" *Next segment immediately has drone footage

[@cheongkentang8370]

Ikr haha

[@philindeblanc]

The earth is FLAT Thomas!!! You will soon learn this. Only if you allow yourself to truth facts, and scientific method.. Nice capture!

[@fortiesukmusic]

I love how you said "we" were on that peak :)

[@renagoodfriend-leve9443]

It is a perfect dream of an ethereal happy yet moody morning 👏👏👏

[@davidrowlands8451]

Its ART that's what that is Thomas well done

[@jonnyanderson2271]

THE LIFE & LIFESTYLE! The Lake District and the Scottish Highland are home to me, even though I don’t live there! 😩🙃🤙😎👊

[@rossj6356]

Good to see you found your spark for photography again. Perseverance is difficult but key. I’d name the image mirror world.

[@RobZ1967]

The upside-down image.... nothing short of epic!

[@0191Marko]

20 mins of pure relaxation, love love love the lakes, as for the last shot.... I like it, I like it more the longer I look at it, beautiful light, kind of a candy floss texture to it, love the fact it isn’t one of these super sharp poke yer eyes out pics, takes me to a different place is how I would put it.

[@leonardschrock380]

Your dream shot. It reminds me they say, 'Truth is stranger than fiction'.

[@nemetona07]

You can never get enough of dreamy mist strewn images Thomas! They speak deeply to the soul I think. Love your work by the way - I’m primarily a conceptual portrait photographer but getting back into a bit of landscape minus the model and on your advice have discovered so much more to this genre.

[@mverick160]

Absolutely WOW on that view. Man, that van is the best thing you could have ever done. Really great to travel and get to where landscapes are. Good Fuel mileage and a place to sleep. Makes it a possibility to travel 1000 miles in a day. 15hr drive, 50 gallons of fuel, at $3 a gallon for $300 round trip for a weekend camp, hike, and photo tour. For me, 200 more miles and I make Moab for a weekend or Key West. 20 more gallons round trip. $60 more.

[@davidpeterson1521]

The image is amazing. Patience has certainly paid off.

[@cliftonwhittaker260]

A once in a lifetime image! BTW, a convenience that I found when I was camping in my pickup truck was an 18-ft tarp. I could place it over the sleeping cab and stake it out to the sides with nylon lines and tent stakes. At the back I used two extendable tent poles with nylon lines and stakes. When I camped in the rain I would set up the tarp. That allowed me to cook on the tailgate and sit out there in a folding chair under shelter if I wanted to. At night I could leave the side windows and the hatch window open for ventilation when the mosquitoes weren't too bad. I found the tarp to be a worthy addition to my kit.

[@TheBigNegative-PhotoChannel]

The arch enemy of every landscape photographer: a comfortable bed. 😆

[@BigBadLoneWolf]

and a freezing cold morning

[@TheBigNegative-PhotoChannel]

@@BigBadLoneWolf yes, that's also true. however, you have to get up first. 😄

[@zenphotojourney]

I know right!? 😆

[@bugsybunny398]

Brilliant. Loved them all. Preparation + Perseverance + Opportunity = Success. Bravo! Whether it is a random dog attack, or an unexpected photo. You never cease to inspire and surprise!

[@raunak.u]

10min KZbin content others make: fast food 20min KZbin content Thomas makes: wholesome heartwarming dinner🙌🏻 About the final image: Exactly your style. Dreamy. Abstract.

[@therealnotanerd_account2]

3:35 "I am too tired for drone videos". 3:56 Amazing drone video.

[@jackdd9341]

Never fails to bring my mood up, thank you Tom! little inspiration for my trip to the lakes next week!

[@DS-cf1zc]

That ethereal image at the end - stunning. It is why we all go out to capture those unique moments. Tinkering with your van is a prerequisite for all van owners. It's what feeds our love of them. Enjoyed this one, thank you.

[@DS-cf1zc]

Forgot to add, I agree get shot of that cooker, find something different.

[@JoshuaCrippsPhotography]

Oof! Those conditions you had for sunrise.....

[@jsev607]

I know you're a landscape photog channel, but just wanted to give you the feedback that I love the mix of van life content in there. Please keep it going!

[@mikeissharp]

Too dreamy? No way, it just fits your minimalist square theme. Love it.

[@mattlyttle76]

I like the upside down, it's like this portal opening in to a hidden mystical world! 🙂

[@markjohnson301]

It is great when you find an easter egg hidden inside of an image.

[@josephfotero]

Like many other viewers, I am taken by the upside down image. I love the soft edges and gradual changes in color and form.

[@alangauld6079]

Sadly Tom, as you get older, you start to realize that there's not "always tomorrow"! Making the most of each day becomes more and more important.

[@neilgooge]

I don’t know about that shot, I don’t know much about photography… but I do know it’s a true pleasure to watch someone who genuinely enjoys, and is passionate about their craft… really enjoyable video.

[@Joevital1]

Wow! This is an great example of the virtue that is patience.

[@misifustres]

I agree. Without the full image and the story the final image lacks something.

[@andrewlmitchelluk]

Currently addicted... watching the whole back catalogue 😝

[@christophergrove4876]

🇨🇦... Hey there Thomas! I commented on Henry Turner's video of this same week that when I taught photography I nudged the idea, to my students, that any view or exposure that was not the "NORM" of human vision was an excellent place to start in creating INTRIGUE. That upside down reflection was GORGEOUS and I suspect that anyone looking at it in a book (I have your first book) or on a gallery wall would just stop and stare for awhile, the brain jarred and unsure of what they were looking at. Very envious of your trip, your van and your camera!! Cheers!

[@breadman86]

Sometimes watching your videos, I'll see one of the B-roll shots and think "omg there's a shot right there!" This time, at 17:06 in the video, I immediately sat up and thought that same thought, praying you got that shot, and thankful to learn a few minutes later that you saw that exact same phenomenal composition. Absolutely gorgeous, what a cool experience to witness & photograph I'm sure.

[@Holl.Mvrk.]

A vote for dream image. Lovely shot and the painter like pastel look. 🤌🏼

[@wcwendychapman]

The dream image is lovely. The evocative element and the open to story is what makes it the best of the day.

[@Kathrinaa88]

The reflection photo looks like Bob Ross painting. Just lovely!

[@richardbirger2245]

The photo within the photo, the upside down trees, was indeed the "money shot" ... you're right about patience as the light changes - hard to do sometime but usually worth it ... excellent series of videos

[@seansimpson7245]

Love the last upside down shot .....that's thinking outside the box 📦 😅

[@Cookerab]

Thomas Heaton, landscape photographer and camper van rallycross driver champion of England. Dream image. Well done.

[@fionam.1784]

I could watch you and Nick Carver all day. That last image was absolutely beautiful. 👍🏻

[@OurWanderingWays]

Love the dreamy image. The upside down is spectacular. The scenery is unbelievably beautiful.

[@thierrygillard6896]

Can an image ever be too dreamy? I thought the scale of dreamy was an open scale. I like the way you help us sharpen our eyes and I thank you for that.

[@bobnmarewilcox4855]

Just right. I like images that cause the viewer to 🤔🤔🤔 wonder. Well done and thanks again.

[@davidqueenan]

Final image is the best shot from the whole road trip

[@nuwanthilina4940]

You are getting better and better Thomas.. I subscribed you a very long time ago when you have around 4000 subscribers. You were my role model. But after getting my job, I left my hobby.. It is wonderful watching you after a several years.. Keep it up.. you are the best landscape photographer..

[@anoopn4198]

19:50 innovative dreamy image....loved it 🙏

[@AnthonyTurnham]

Thomas: "Has there been any drone footage today? No." Seconds later... drone footage. Haha. Good lad Thomas. Inspite of being tired you still fulfilled your videographic obligations to the masses who follow you. Kudos buddy. Oh incidentally, cracked me up when you dropped the word "switcheroo" - as far as I knew it was just me and my buddy back in Aylesbury who used that. Nice. I'm watching today for some inspiration for getting my videos out from behind my editing desk and into the beautiful scenery here in NZ where I now reside. Your videos are always a good watch. Cheers .

[@richardsmith5249]

When you were stopped at the slate quarry and grumbling about Great Gable being socked in, I was like "Haystacks! Go up Haystacks for the views over Buttermere!" Although Dale Head was also a good choice.

[@edurod2]

The last one is a Super Super Nice Photo !!!! You have captured the essence of the subtle beauty of that sunrise. So so beauty

[@bluwtrgypsy]

The ethereal shot is absolutely beautiful. What a great idea to take a reflection and turn it upside down. Thank you for a great idea.

[@ben_millett]

The shot at 16:47 is stunning. I don't know if it's sped up but the foreground whirring past in the shot is something else.

[@coperbigbos]

An idea for the kitchen roll. You actually don't need a mount for it. Just remove the hard cardboard roll from the middle and use it as a sort of 'pull out' dispenser. That works great for me, especially if you have an option to choose one, which has a narrower diameter of the cardboard roll in the middle and keep the plastic wrapper around it, so it won't fall apart. Anyways great video, keep it up!

[@daveburrows830]

Wish I was there I drove 360 miles today the photograph two toilets at a school today as a commercial photographer You had a better day I always watch your videos Cheers Dave

[@withoutwroeirs]

Growing up in the West coast of Scotland there was many a reflection of the mist and rising sun. Seeing shots like that you've taken reminds me of the peace and quiet.

[@nabilrosman9357]

"I just love photography", I know Thomas, we all know. Great video, as usual, that reflection picture is something that I would put on my wall just to get sucked in it every day.

[@colinhumphrey9262]

The superb upside-down image goes well with eating a chocolate digestive upside-down 🙂

[@jonstout7635]

Your evening hike was suspenseful. The drone shots gave me hope of a great photo, or a new Lord of the Rings film. The “shot within a shot” was dreamy and “other worldly”. Thanks for sharing the trip.

[@johngrant5448]

That reflection shot is top drawer and when you think about it, unique.

[@smc340uni6]

Fantastic images Tom, dream image my friend!!! One pedantic, non technical, comment if I may: It appears your view point is just a little further along from Walla Crag, on a small outcrop, therefore I think the peak that you think is Dale Head, is probably Robinson. Apologies if I'm wrong. Andy.

[@robertstewart1254]

As I enjoy your channel (found initially while researching van conversion videos), I am amazed and impressed by how much back and forth you have to walk. Setting the camera, and then retreating so you can film yourself walking by, and then coming back to get your camera. Repeat. It must take you forever to get to your destinations. I also appreciate the effort you take in matching the sound of your foot steps from shot to shot. Very impressive. Thank you for your professionalism. I am not a photographer, nor do I ever expect to be--but this does not stop me from learning from your material.

[@pinakiseal1279]

The image is really nice, but it's the story behind it that makes it stand out.

[@nevillewatkins4997]

I think you could argue about that image till the cows come home. But there's no denying it's a beautiful shot. I liked it.

[@richoslandscapephotography164]

Fantastic videography. Fantastic compositions. Fantastic look at van life. Overall fantastic video. Keep up the fantastic work 👍👍👍👍👍👍 FANTASTIC

[@ChaKaX15]

The end of your video gives the same feeling as a Sunday afternoon.

[@mikeyids]

The last image is dreamy, but flipping awesome, love it

[@davidhill3043]

Shoot what you love ❤️

[@raymondludlow5970]

Amazing image - proves that determination and grit pays off no matter how tired your feeling - passion for photography

[@phynx2006]

Just like the Rolling Stones said "you can't always get what you want, but if you try some times you find you get what you need"🤞👍😎👍

[@richardclements2134]

That's the money shot, dreamy it otherwise....😎

[@schoppie11]

I find the reflected shot the best I've seen from your video's lately. And that is NOT because I think the others are bad by any means. I just think the photograph is that good, my compliments!

[@NoxonPhotography]

That image at 19:00 is epic, The following shot was amazing as well, but i really like the whole illusion of the first image. Such an awesome composition!

[@JJ-fromDK]

Oh dear Mr. Heaton, you make it very difficult NOT to have a mancrush on you, hehe!

[@OttomanPhotography]

Not only is it an amazing image, by all measures ... it is by far the best image I’ve seen of yours ever! Not that your other work isn’t amazing; but this one just trumps the whole lot.

[@chilibean215]

I absolutely love the image of the reflected trees. I would frame it and put it on the wall in my livingroom.

[@keithsandercock1412]

A nice bonus in this posting was the dash cam video of the drive north. I would love to see more of those English lanes they call country roads.

[@AdventuressAli]

I love the chill slower pace of your vids. So needed. As a long time vanlifer may I suggest ditch the kitchen roll and use blue cloths. Washable, reusable, better for the environment yup, but so so so much easier in a van. I make a rollof em and I'll have two going at a time - a dirty one for mucky things and the one I'm using for dishes/ cutting board etc. I'll hang and reuse so it's always there. Can have a few around.. I often hang mine off my dishsoap spray bottle (also a brilliant hack- little bit of dishsoap and water in a spray bottle but try not to spray into the air inside the van, rather into the cloth as it's aerosolized dishsoap isn't lung friendly). Give em a rinse and wring out and you're good for awhile. Wash in the washing machine on hot with towels. Great tree saver.

[@susancallaghan]

My favourite biscuits!!

[@jennifercrouse]

"Wow moments happened all the time and the more you put yourself out there the more of them you get to experience." TRUTH!!💥💯💥