Incredible sunrise Rydal + Elter Water Lake District

In this video, I capture images at Rydal Water and Elter Water in the Lake District using the Nikon Z8 and various lenses.
The Lake District, with its picturesque landscapes and serene lakes, is a photographer's paradise. One of the most magical experiences a photographer can have in this enchanting region is capturing the beauty of misty mornings. As the mist weaves its way through the hills and valleys, transforming the landscape into a dreamlike scene, every photographer's heart skips a beat.
My pal Tony and I headed to the Lake District to capture a few early morning images. We were hoping for, as we all do some interesting conditions. This time of year, you can usually expect a cold morning, frosty grass and possibly a little dusting of snow on the fell tops. While the conditions were far from our expectations, we were treated to some incredible sights. Flat-calm water with quite a bit of mist weaving its way through the trees. As a landscape photographer, you couldn't want for anything else. We knew the misty conditions wouldn't last long, so we found ourselves running around like mad fools, trying to take advantage of these rare conditions.
I was happy with the images I had created at first light, but then something magical happened. The sun rose above the Fell and burst through the mist meandering its way through the trees. What an incredible sight!
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I hope you enjoy the video.
Gary
P.s. I recorded this video on the 23rd of last month. It was only my second trip away with the camera.
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[@waynewendel655]

Enjoyed the walk and photos.

[@c.alcazar2584]

Beautiful place. My fav was the last pict the one from the cave,

[@evaeriksson9950]

Beautiful shots as always!

[@outdooradventuresuk]

cracking vlog, some brilliant long exsposures, been to these locatios a few time it's just brilliant.

[@Kevin-k7m1t]

I think Gary needs to have some merch with "look at that"! Written on it. He says it in every video lol. Great pictures as always.

[@rickcooper248]

Some terrific shots there Gary.

[@viviennenoble4035]

Spectacular cave and photo Gary. Maybe I might give HDR another go.

[@edphoto]

Think Nikon should give you that z8 either free or at a big reduction... You and your photos would be a fine ambassador for the brand 👍 great photos and great video!

[@GaryGough]

Very kind to say, thank you

[@paulburwood8231]

Just love the Lake District and it looks like you had great weather and conditions.

[@peteg330]

One of my favourite areas if rhs Lakes for misty moody mornings. I love that island of treen on the mound, they just stand out so well.

[@johnearl2303]

Some lovely photos again Gary, you never cease to amaze me

[@GaryGough]

Very kind, cheers 👍👍

[@julieboyle170]

What a magical spot! Those sun rays are spectacular.

[@Biscuit761YT]

Just watched the video, definitely got to try and get to Rydale Cave while I am there

[@gary.kenyon]

Great watch stunning images.

[@GaryGough]

Many thanks!

[@happymystic9800]

Oh man, what a delivery you made with this video. Terrific from start to finish 😮 … images of a scenery second to none. ❤❤❤

[@GaryGough]

Many thanks! 👍👍

[@stephendarlington]

Good to see you covering the honeypot location. I love the Elterwater area; the walk up river from the falls is just a lovely walk. And rarely that busy, given its closeness to Windermere. Keep up the excellent vlogs.

[@DavesEpicPhoneShots]

Wow you got some very magical shots on this day🤩 I love the reflections on the water with the misty background, just brilliant. The filming conditions were just incredible and made for some of the most beautiful images.

[@jamesbarnes3063]

Beautiful

[@vk4vsp]

It's hard to say from where I'm sitting, but where you were at around 4:00 looked like it might have made a good composition too, with the path leading through those trees. The poo on the path might spoil it a bit though.

[@christapley424]

Some great shots again Gary, loved the fog effect in the early shots and the colours in the cave shot. You mentioned the critique shot last month. I seem to have missed these recently. When is the next one please.

[@clarkbarrow6750]

The long exposure of the boathouse was extremely nice. I also really liked the interior of the cave while looking outside at the view. But what I liked most of all was your technique of fading yourself out of both the video and audio while explaining something. It gave me a chuckle and I think it’s a brilliant move on your part in creating something a little different and interesting in your videos. Well done!

[@GaryGough]

I was just bored of listening to myself rambling. Maybe I should do it more 😂😂

[@andyuk1233]

I'll be interested to hear your thoughts on the Z8, I'm toying with getting one, currently have the EOS 5D mkiv.

[@waynebatley7141]

Great shots yet again wouldn’t expect anything else, I just hope you were polite to the coach load of visitors 🙈 Always someone around popular locations to give you a headache when your trying to get the shot 😔

[@nickyfoulkes8476]

A different, or new tripod Mr Gough. A MeFoto possibly. Looking trim today. Are you converting to the darkside!!!!! Gerr great images taboot. One of your fellower youtubers favorites locations, "Sithee".

[@GaryGough]

Hi Nicky, same tripod as always. I'm losong a little weight. It's tough work but I'm getting there. 😁😁

[@hjones451]

Have you been to 'Slater's Bridge' - 'Cathedral Cave' - 'Loughrigg Tarn' or in Borrowdale 'Ashness Bridge' - 'Surprise View' and Watendlath?

[@GaryGough]

Been there but thanks for the suggestions 👍👍

[@hjones451]

@@GaryGough Amazed that you had not been to the Brathay Walk and Rydal Cave really.

[@Starsmore1954]

Very nice images Gary. As I use Z8's I am interested in why you were using ISO 100 as the native ISO on the Z8 is 64. Not that noise will be an issue between the two but just wondered if there was a particular reason? Another, great video though.

[@GBarchy]

Hi Gary, a magificent vlog with some epic landscape images taken. What a beautiful place to visit. I've been offline for awhile and was surprised when I saw you using the Nikon Z8. Have you switched to Nikon from Canon, or just trialling it? Once again great vlog and loved all of your images. Geoff (St Helens, Tasmania).

[@cathoutdoors523]

Hi Gary lovely views and some great images of the Lake District beautiful conditions. Have a great week. Looking forward to the next video 😊👍📸

[@RamblingTog]

Gary You have numerous videos telling us why your Canon 50meg is the dogs bollox then go and spend the best part of nearly £4k on Nikon. What does your accountant say?

[@rhodesia1578]

Hi Gary , I must have missed something here , have you jumped ship the Nikon from your trusty Canon ?

[@luis_soares_photography]

You're right. Those first photos of the morning are just brilliant! Thanks for sharing Gary, see you soon!

[@bri7530]

class images , great effort travelling that length of time esp on your anniversary, congratulations to you both 🍾🥂

[@petercollins7848]

Absolutely lovely! I have been to Rydal water but did not know that there was a cave. Must go back!

[@mondohand71]

Wonderful Gary 🎉

[@GaryGough]

Thank you 👍👍

[@antonoat]

Great stuff Gary, more fabulous photos! Good to hear your positive comments re the Z8 too.

[@pathogan4854]

the sun rays was magical I am normally driving when I see anything similar great video in all Gary Great images by and large !!

[@vincentspratling365]

Great video and shots Gary . Its a beautiful area.

[@mainline464]

Wow such fantastic shots, thanks for showing them

[@NorbreckAquatics]

Great watch and stunning images Gary

[@rosssayer6524]

Great cave image, really worth the wait. Thanks for sharing Gary

[@andybalding6426]

GG with a Nikon 😂😂😂

[@madst7521]

Z8 is a lovely camera.

[@laurencedonkin9248]

I love this area, so lucky to have it all come together, but, you have to do the miles to capture this 👍

[@GaryGough]

Cheers 👍👍

[@victorcarmelo8606]

Stunning images especially the boathouse and cave, thanks for sharing.

[@timrosenburgh8597]

Enjoyed the video as usual Gary. Looks like you had a brilliant day with the conditions. Absolutely stunning image's mate. Look forward to seeing the next one.

[@jefffiles9209]

What a lovely film from an incredible location, wonderful images Matey, even the less than ideal conditions couldn't keep the man down, well done sir!

[@martynbrough6162]

Great video , loved the way the video and sound peters off when talking about HDR 😂 Place I've never been but cracking video and images as always. Love the cave shot.

[@colinfreear4749]

As always brilliant shots Gary, loved the boathouse, must get there sometime soon. thanks for taking us along.

[@stevecrump6253]

As a Nikon user very interested to see how a 'Canon Fan-Boy' get's on with the Z8! The Elter Water shots answer that question! Never knew about the cave at Rydal Water?

[@brianhenno4744]

Fantastic gary 👏👏👏👏

[@cliveingram9840]

Stunning images as ever Gary. 16 mins well spent

[@malcolmbrunt4139]

Great watch. Love the HDR image.

[@andykennerley8159]

Stunning photo mate o yes 👍