I'm A Complete Failure at Landscape Photography

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Why do we do this? What is it about landscape photography that makes us slog up a mountain in sub-zero temperatures only to face crushing disappointment?
I must be the most optimistic pessimist in existence. I already know the chances of success are slim to none, but still, I try. Nothing, however, seems to shake the nauseating enthusiasm of Brent Henderson, who once again...is in my shot.
Amanda treats us to a log-splitting masterclass while I impress Brent with my knowledge of the surrounding mountains and their names.
Will the rain ever stop? Will I manage to squeeze into my marshmallow suit and will Brent submit to my offer of a free prostate check and stay in my chasm?
There's really only one way to find out.
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[@fototripper]

I wrote a book: www.fototripper.com/chasing-awe-landscape-photography-book-gavin-hardcastle/

[@mateuszmolik7362]

No way! Why you had never mentioned it in your videos?!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Taking a big dump just before a shoot does indeed clear my mind. ;-)

[@chriskendallphotography]

If 32 of the photos are from Adam Gibbs and 16 from Brent, I’m definitely ordering a copy!!

[@chriskendallphotography]

Gavin liked my comment!!! YES!!!! Gavin can you get Adam and Brent to like it?? 🤣

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

You have 66k subscribers and every video you get about 50k views - which means anyone who comes across your channel and subscribes pretty much watches every video you make (myself included). That is the best sign of a channel in my opinion. I’ve never seen anyone do this!!

[@peterfritzphoto]

I swear, yours are the ONLY videos that I'm never tempted to skip forward 15 seconds. I enjoy every juicy magnafiqua morsel! The sooner you have 1,000,000 subscribers, the sooner there'll be 1,000,000 happier people on the planet.

[@jeremyncrm2012]

Glad to see them coming weekly again! Really appreciate your work!

[@elwynsmith5092]

Love the humor and of course the photo tips and images ! !

[@lawaynekimbro8179]

That location truly would be awesome (with Gavin Hardcastle) if the light had popped through.. the shot at 19:20.. curious to see how it would be flipped to B&W and punch the dark/light contrast. i would trek as you equipment mule just to get up to that first location.. what a spot.. kudos to Brent for sharing it..

[@daveyboy6210]

I'm only watching to see if tom calls to burst your bubble 🤣. First class slot humour. I'll have to keep watch now 👌

[@markthomas6045]

That last shot, so full of atmosphere, the colour palette was perfect. That large mountain just visible enough to evoke a sense of awe and mystery...

[@DanFox]

Soooo many laughs in this! 😂 And what a view! Thanks for sharing with us, man!

[@granitfog]

I nearly fell out of my chair laughing when you felt you needed to grab the ground to stop sliding down the slope putting on your pants :-D :-D :-D I still wonder what the weight of that back pack was during that steep climb.

[@fototripper]

heavy!

Great video as always Gavin! Your sense of humor is what makes your videos the best on the niche of nature photography (IMO)! The last shot actually turned out to be a very nice image!

[@fototripper]

So... there's this book I wrote www.fototripper.com/chasing-awe-landscape-photography-book-gavin-hardcastle/

[@grimmsshenanigansproductions]

Bought it 👍

[@irishroadracing5427]

Great when Brent is in the vids - always class to watch - cheers Gavin 👍

[@thompsy2k6]

Indignant shart almost choked me on my birthday. I enjoy these videos so much. Thankyou for sharing your shots and your talent and humour. Just fantasique

[@fototripper]

Happy Birthday!

[@davorocket2825]

Rituals before going out shooting? Yeah and perhaps you should pass this one on to Adam, I make sure I do a poo before leaving home. Nothing worse then being all backed up hiking up a mountain or even worse, on a public beach (no trees to hide behind). Oh and also double checking my bag for spare batteries (even though I don't shoot with those Sony battery munchers). Of cause none of that helps the light but the poo does make me feel lighter. Better luck next time Gav even though I think your a lucky bugger to be able to visit these awesome locations.

[@fab-mh7vz]

Great video again, and Brent is such a nice guy.

[@edelweisskoenig]

So much fun to watch.

[@christinaphillips1072]

What you consider a failure I consider an absolute win, that shot is amazing with or without light. Us as landscape photographers we are always chasing the light, but sometimes a gloomy shot is just as impressive in my opinion

[@EugeneMaynard]

‘’No seriously, where do you think you are going?” 😂 Who knew landscape photography could be so much fun? Love this show👏🏾👍🏾🙏🏾

[@neilj1297]

Another awesome video Gavin. I would chew my own face off to have such incredible scenery like that where I am 💙

[@TheAstrobiologist]

You just keep outdoing yourself with the Vlogs this year! Just the perfect combo of entertainment, genuinely hilarious comedy and photography behind the scenes. Seeing a new upload from you has become a thing to look forward to every week. Keep it up mate!

[@brianlaunchbury4491]

I love the moody feel to the last image. It's probably more what the mountains are than the bright happy sunny views that would normally be shot. It would be interesting in black and white as someone said earlier.

[@barrysoutthere]

Keep chasing. The awe will reveal itself ( when the light shows up). ☺️👍

[@robertspeicher5047]

ENJOYING the sound of the wind.....Had to stop the video and bundle up...thick socks..cup of coffee, fire going in the fire place.

[@grimmsshenanigansproductions]

Always enjoy your content. In fact, i just ordered the Eos R5, 70 200 2.8, and the 24 70 2.8 to go along with my already owned 16 35.... I blame You, Peter Mckinnon, Thomas Heaton, Uncle Grumpy, and my love for Photography for my doom when my lady finds out how much that recent purchase was lol.

[@creatorsjourney6286]

Brent is awesome and omg I can’t believe you didn’t take more shots, even without the light… those mountains look epic!!!

[@48northphotography5]

Entertaining humor and "AWE"some photographic work.

[@GeoffCooper]

Those folding bowls (and their cups) are awesome, though might have been a bit of a liability up there in the wind... luckily you had that book there to weigh it down!

[@johnround8311]

You didn`t fail because you saw some wonderful vistas.

[@taraelizabethlivinglife4094]

I think it is a beautiful shot! What a gorgeous area. Glad you are safe from slipping on the rocks!

[@rahulsickbubblegum8655]

A new upload seems like a good opportunity to let you know that its been a few days since i discovered the channel and have been on a fototripper run! Really inspiring and funny content brother. Greetings from 🇧🇩

[@ayriniemi1154]

I do tend to try not to say if I think I'm going to get some good light...I feel like it destroys my chances. Beautiful spot 👌

[@VlogPhotography]

Woooaah!! Now that is a location!! Reminds me of standing on Cadair Idris last January!It was absolutely freezing! Well that is a bit of an understatement! Trying to get those waterproofs on looked like a bit of a challenge on the edge of the mountain! 😬 This was a great video. Loved the images, expecially with some of the light! What a shot Gav! Looks like you both froze up there but that's all part of the fun of being a landscape photographer! Keep up the great work! Look forward to the next adventure!

[@Lonnie_Jones_Photography]

So THAT'S why I don't get the good shots! I don't have a ritual. I'll have to get one. Great work Gavin. I love your images.

[@roberthennessey5702]

Wow the top of that mountain. Lol at the amount of layers.thanks Gavin..and the Mrs. too.

[@CristanBoerg]

Your photographs are really extraordinary! I actually would like to see them in a kind of a coffee table book or so. Do you ever think of writing a book? I guess a lot of people woud buy it!

[@fototripper]

Get it while it's HOT!

[@mikeswoods]

Great video ....... you certainly get to see some magnificent scenery on your travels 📷👍

[@MrCNMW]

Great video... feeling the chills just by looking at it. Missing the catchphrase "Take a look at this business" though 😉

[@chrisschaad996]

Your vlogs are just always a highlight for me! Soo funny, great photography and great storytelling! And the good vibes and companionship, alwyas feel like having a beer with you folks! Really appreciate your work keep going!! Greez from Switzerland

[@astralbody]

What a view! I really liked the shot with Brent. As a pano of the area with Brent maybe be even better. Like you said, only half the story. Nice chasm! 😉😁 Really fun video and like the music! Cheers Gavin!

[@craigrobson1032]

Epic as usual and full of smiles :) and when so called bad pictures (not that they are) with a view like that it really doesn't matter! Oh and on the early subject I always thank mother nature for what she gives me! Thanks Gavin

[@Jaydawg1250]

I finally got my new video notifications. Thanks.

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Superb location .. I do hope ye did go back up again !! I think you invented some more superlatives in this one too :-)

[@miro_scheib]

I expected the page of chasing awe already in the last video and it didn't came on😂 perfect timing again🔥

[@ti-ande]

I could have sworn Flamboyant Queef peak was in France?... Anyway excellent video again, learning a lot from your adventures!

[@TheLDunn1]

my word....what snug over trousers! ;-) Epic scenery...I so want to visit Canada now!

[@kegwfu]

Hanging out with Brent seems like a lot of work.

[@DesertOryx]

The composition of the last picture is awesome. Great image. You cant always have the superduperlight, well you know best yourself ;)

[@derrickkelly4745]

Great video. You and Brent make a good team

[@jimalbrightjr.9229]

I can read the headlines now: "Famous (?) photographer slides down mountain attempting to put on his skinny pants". Haha. Seriously, looked unnerving for a second there. I'll take a bad day two if day one gave me that shot you had of the 3 km ray of light. Your Italian is improving! Great video as always! Too bad I can't get a book of your work....

[@ME2K23]

👍🏻☺👍🏻 Really wish I had the occasion to do that type of shoot!

[@alanatwood7995]

Some how with the music I had this image of you doing a really swinging Michael Flatley Irish dance in a kilt on that first plateau. I sure hope youre enjoying that Fuji system. Id love a crack at one but Mrs A says no chance. So I guess Ill go make some coffee .....wait is that a book?

[@phynx2006]

Entertaining light with Gavin Hardcastle 👍🎃👍

[@nrice3623]

Omg, the punch in on Brent on the prostate check comment…dying! 🤣🤣

[@paultaylorphotography9499]

Another entertains episode loved it as usual. That last shot imho would look banging as a high contrast black and white.

[@bender3043]

Gavin, I love all yours: magnifico, fantastico, garbagio etc. 😂😂😂

[@lewisnelson6443]

You had me in tears with that prostate skit 🤣

[@clintwood1983]

Good video, nice to see Brent back.

[@ronpettitt6184]

I love when you appear in Brent's videos.

[@victor-ferreira]

I loved the coffee book table 😁!!! Absolutely MAGNIFIQUA book table!!! 👌😁

[@fototripper]

Thanks Victor

[@paulmilovich2982]

Another awesome gem Gavin!! Thanks for a great video!

[@oneandonlyjaybee]

Those fuji medium format cameras would make a great wedding gift...just saying

[@doreenhart94]

Great video, that view was amazing, saw yr post on insta, you both looked great, congratulations to you both, you make a fab couple.

[@alyciabromar7870]

Listening to all the layers ou needed,, I finally ordered my t-shirts from so , so excited, thank you again...

[@fototripper]

Thanks muchly!

[@davidstarkey3002]

It's important to fail , but you know that . Wow what a view too.

[@dcallan812]

Its always nice to get a fantastic morning glory, sadly not today. Nice gash Brent fouind and you can fit a couple of people inside, handy. Fantastic location. 2x👍

[@fototripper]

Disgraceful as always!

[@dcallan812]

@@fototripper Just another day at the office. 🤣👍

[@helmutNO]

Fantastic content, as always! And what a scenery, too!

[@chimpy9823]

Great video Gavin, but 7 layers ! Since you left the UK you've gone a bit soft lol. Your like a soppy Southerner 😉 lol.

[@myk1200s]

Love it 👍can't stop 🤣🤣🤣🤣 16 of them are mine....

[@cmichaelhaugh8517]

I’m not too keen on standing up high on that mountain slope, but I’d pay dearly for a rainy and foggy shot along the lake with that peak in the background!

[@robertocastro4403]

Fantastique locations Gavin. Looking forward to see some photos when the light isn't that shambaliqua... By the way, that book has become pretty handy.

[@fototripper]

Multi-purpose

[@FloridaPete1948]

Just AWESOME view!!!!!!!!!!!

[@radeondutch]

Loving it, as always.

[@srameypr]

I think you polished up a pretty good turd. I would have been delighted with that shot - it's very mysterious and Lord of the Rings-like.

[@GravityKnightFlying]

Laugh out loud funny up there at the ‘slot’!! Great video!

[@jimwlouavl]

Fun video as always. Congrats on your nuptials. No ritual or superstitions here. Whether it’s your intent or not, you are a great promoter of BC and the Canadian west.

[@c.alcazar2584]

Beautiful place 😍

[@pattymattes7124]

Seven layers is a lot. No wonder you had problems getting your pants on, lol. I would be putting on lots of layers too to keep from getting cold. Even though you didn't get the light you wanted the shots you got are beautiful. Thanks for putting smile on my face.

[@johngrahamcurry1641]

Excellent video and photographs despite the conditions. It must be very frustrating to not get the conditions when you've put all that effort into finding a good viewpoint. (On a separate note - Congratulations on your marriage to Amanda).

[@BruceMcGrath1954]

Clearly your fail my excellent capture… your talent is light years ahead of me. Excellent entertaining experience Mr Hardcastle and first mate Brent

[@81kebos]

like always good,you must try focus bracketing in your fuji .

[@annetivendale8616]

Wow indeed!

[@sebastianberes]

Brilliant as always!

[@Martinez_Photos]

I love your work.

[@As.off.for.a.wander]

My ritual is looking out the window remembering I live in Cumbria and more than likely it's going to chuck it down. Even if it says clear skies for the day. Have a look at one of those pack away emergency shelters to chuck in your bag for next time you are up somewhere like that.

[@tobywoolgar9517]

There's landscape photography then there's gavin and Brett's hardcore landscape photography 💪

[@carlreid4161]

Epic location imagine Alpenglow!

[@pattymattes7124]

Congratulations!!! I'm sure the photographer did a fine job :)

[@p.io7]

You should really consider a cork cover for your next book!

[@gsmoothcoffee]

Love the sense of humour.

[@lylestavast7652]

Wow, saw it before 100 thumbs up ! that's pretty early for me... oh, wait - this isn't Gibb's channel is it? ;) Wishing you better light in the next video - you were troopers to wait for it to show up !

[@infrequentgamer_greg]

Gavin, I enjoyed this video of some epic scenery! Glad you didn't freeze (I wonder what the lovely Amanda was doing to keep warm, as she seems to get cold easily). I think Brent was wise to pass on your free prostate exam services, but I am sure you two are still close friends even though he refused your generous offer...after all what are friends for? Question for you: How does Brent find all of these remote locations with tremendous, grand views...was he a mountain guide, or alpinist in a former life? He seems to always find these fantastic out of the way locations!

[@fototripper]

Unlike myself, Brent is one of those sick people that enjoys doing steep hikes for no other reason than the love of hiking. He puts in the hours so that I don't have to.

[@infrequentgamer_greg]

Ahhh... Brent is "one sick puppy"😁 as he is a masochist for lung-busting hikes (I am glad to see him back in your videos👍).

[@DavidMaciasPhoto]

My friend, this is not a fail, convert the photo into a black and white and you got an awesome masterpiece.

[@RichieWilliams]

Nice.. : Loving the Crocodile Rock at 19:10 :)

[@PhotoTrekr]

I definitely wouldn't call it a fail. The first location is one of the most spectacular views I've ever seen. It's turned Fall here, so I'll be chasing color for the next week or two.

[@burrdaddy]

3:39 Reminds me of a ballet I went to years ago.

[@jonc3118]

I have heard of Flamboyant Queef before but I hear it's really thick with bush and quite humid.

[@shughy1]

"Would you like a beverage?"... That rolled off so easily you can tell it's a line Gavin has used many times in the past 😃