Landscape Photography | Learning how to see woodland compositions.

[@JaypeaFoto]

Hands down my favourite is the photo looking up at the tops of the trees. The separation of the trees is spot on. Wonderful shot.

[@progtom7585]

Good heavens (no pun intended), that image at 8:40 is excellent. The separation of trees and the colours really make it work. Brilliantly seen.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Tom. Nothing beats finding a good one!

[@MrBillkaz]

I have mentioned this exact personal struggle with respect to composition in the woods just a few days ago

[@mac69041]

It’s September 2021 and I’ve just discovered your channel and have subscribed. What I really appreciate is how you challenge the viewer to identify the potential subject and then describe and show how you choose to frame the shot, that really is helping me develop my skills and making me think. You have developed a great way of not just involving, but also teaching the viewer. Thank you Simon.

[@bobketteringham4779]

Loved the showing of the bigger view first, leading me into the actual image. Thanks.

[@davidtripp4221]

I really liked the images and I also liked the way you showed how the composition fit into the larger scene. I would love to see more in this format.

[@ntompson000]

I’m a bit late to the video having only just discovered your amazing channel. I loved the format and I love to hear about your process. The crop marks were really helpful to see how you found the composition in the wider scene. I really enjoy your style Simon. Your mix of optimism, enjoyment and positivity with an honest description of the challenges we all go through is just so relatable. Thank you.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you so much Nick

[@renejul2534]

one of the more informative videos, nice the way you showed the hole scene and then layed the crop on top

[@denisesavage2382]

Love how those images break the iconic and cliche images we often have from autumn. My goodness they're amazing.

[@pattyhertogh9294]

I really like the image looking up thru the trees, it’s very striking. Thanks for taking us along on your outing!!

[@kathrynhall9920]

What fantastic colour in this woodland Simon.

[@rohdiamant80]

I enjoy your Videos so much. So calm, narrative, picturesque! Every single one of them! And this beautiful Image of the treetops and the sky. Thank you for that.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you very much Jan. That's a nice compliment to have. My films are often referred to as calming.

[@lynnecliffe3056]

Thank you Simon. I often look up at tree tops. The message is, "stand tall even in stormy times."

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

I do too, and I'm forever tripping over!

[@allenpoulson6203]

Yes, the tree canopy all the way. I like the variety of trees that you captured👍

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

it's taken many years of looking up to finally find one that I liked. The separation was just right I thought.

[@michaelhull1813]

The shared experience and thought processes are remarkable. It's like I've lived this video.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

That's brilliant Michael, thanks.

[@PaulMiguelPhotography]

What a wonderful location and absolutely beautiful colours. I'm sue you really enjoyed that shoot Simon.!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Cheers Paul and sorry for my slow reply. I generally do replies as a new film is about to go live. The trip seems like a distant memory now and like all these places, when I get back, I wish I would have tried to appreciate it more...do you do that?

[@PMCN53]

The pre image setup description is helpful in seeing what you are planning. I do LOVE the first image looking vertically up through the canopy ..... Fantastic!! Image #2 &#3 are also beautiful with such vibrant Autumn colour. I always learn something new. Tahnks for sharing Simon. Cheers.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Phil - Showing the crop marks during the film and the 'see if you can spot the composition' segment was a trial, but It's been so well received that I will do this fairly regularly form now on. I have a couple of films nearly ready to go again but they don't incorporate this quite so well, but watch this space.

[@camloff]

Lisbon. Very nice and colorful forest site. Go on.

[@michaelzeis7712]

City streets or country lanes, I tend to shoot the whole of my subject. On all but the first, I would not have cropped in so close. Your "reveal" of the crop marks revealed to me that I should look tighter as well. Thanks for responding to our needs, and finding a way to demonstrate the steps you take.

[@Nonduality]

Excellent. The music gives a nice feeling of transcendent spiritual beauty and, of course, has nothing whatsoever to do with the photographs.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Depends!

[@Nonduality]

@@SimonBoothPhotography Yes, actually I have to revise what I said as the music gives a valid context considering the beauty of the photographs.

[@WimHendrikx1]

I love the second photo.

[@GOTOHOBBIES]

Your voice is so relaxing and the music is beautiful. Thank you for such lovely videos

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Micky. So many other people say the same and i have no idea why.

[@AliasJimWirth]

At 8:40. I really like that shot. it is beautiful.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you Jim

[@thepiratecats801]

I always like seeing the thought process behind images, it helps me when I'm out making sure I am thinking the right thoughts.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

I'm glad it helps and thanks again for your valued comment on here.

[@glaucoguaitoli]

From my point of view, probably the most effective and usefuil of your films, Simon: at least, amongst those watched so far (I'm almost half way through). Beeing capable of "seeing" a compelling view or detail in the natural chaos of woodlands, isolating it from the surroundings and framing it successffully is - for me - the most challenging task. I will now begin to see with different eyes: thank you so much!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Glauco. I sincerely hope you enjoy the other films too. It's not easy making the films without any scripts or idea of how the day will go. Thanks for your support.

[@markmalone9255]

Simon yes that is a god idea continue with show the wider view

[@colinfreear4749]

Really enjoy this Simon,every vlog is like workshop or photography lesson ,so much to learn.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

😂 Thanks Colin...but without the cost 👍

[@blenderous7496]

1st photo was beautiful.

[@manfredstrata5395]

The wide angle view is helpful. Enjoy your videos.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you

[@asihankhang7579]

Hello Simon, the formation of talking about composition by framing is absolutely amazing, giving us opportunities for our own one verses yours, great learning experience. thank you very much

[@MrFreakwent]

Always a pleasure to watch you work .

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

And a pleasure to have you here.

[@wesleylow3632]

Love this format/style.

[@karengreene1999]

I learned so much about how to narrow my vision when looking for a subject - in just one video! Thank you for this.

[@charlesblack7738]

loved the shot of the tree canopy - thanks

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

I had been after that view for many years and it's been tough to find just the right grouping and conditions. Probably why I was keen to run back!

[@jbairdexp]

Always a pleasure watching you at work....as for woodland photography I've come to the conclusion that I'm better just appreciating a woodland rather than photographing it! lol

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Julian, really! Now you mention it, you don't have any woodland videos, do you! I'm beginning to think it's where i'm happiest! Thanks again for dropping in.

[@DukeGledhill]

going through your old videos as another new comer to the the channel, but this format is brilliant, especially with the crop lines. keep up the great work.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it Duke

[@bigbikes750]

Great video Simon and very well explained. Seeing your video is such a great help, especially the way you use the crops marks. Great job, please keep doing them. Just fabulous. Thanks again Peter

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Showing the crop marks Peter during the film and the 'see if you can spot the composition' segment was a trial, but It's been so well received that I will do this fairly regularly from now on. I have a couple of films nearly ready to go again but they don't incorporate this quite so well, but watch this space.

[@paulus0109]

Explaining the comp, to me is very helpfull. Those are 3 good images. Thnx Simon.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@laurataylor8919]

Thank you for another instructional video. I always include too much so really useful to follow your cropping guides. My favourite along with many others was the canopy shot. However the lichen covered tree was fantastic. I learnt a lot.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Laura. I think you just need to practice and always try to pick and choose the work you follow. Competition winners are always worth studying.

[@Archibald_Quincy_Stanton]

Wonderful format Simon. It was like following your favorite teacher around watching you work through those frames. Always appreciate and enjoy your work. Cheers

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Tony - Showing the crop marks during the film and the 'see if you can spot the composition' segment was a trial, but It's been so well received that I will do this fairly regularly form now on. I have a couple of films nearly ready to go again but they don't incorporate this quite so well, but watch this space.

[@davidcurrie4122]

Beautiful Autumn colours with simple imagery. Yes the tree canopy shot was spectacular. The crop lines are better than vaguely pointing over there. Next Simon you will be asking us to put an X on your image as you pan around like (Spot the Ball) or it could be like the (Golden Shot) up a bit down a bit, Bernie the bolt. Getting carried away now.Thing is Simon all sorts of people could be watching your Channel a colour blind photographer may have difficulty in isolating compositions, and putting framing lines on the image is inclusive to more viewers, and it draws us all in. Great Video much appreciated.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks David...I think the new concept really has legs! Showing the crop marks during the film and the 'see if you can spot the composition' segment was a trial, but It's been so well received that I will do this fairly regularly from now on. I have a couple of films nearly ready to go again but they don't incorporate this quite so well, but watch this space.

[@allandavies1187]

Hello Simon, that image of the canopy at 8:30 is Gorgeous in the Extreme...

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

I appreciate that Allan, thank you.

[@888chop]

Great idea to do the composition practice using the wider video to spot the shot.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

I should do more of these.

[@robertdavis1255]

Great location & colours... Enjoyed your comments on composition.. thanks for sharing...

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Many thanks Robert

[@mikeysteam]

Loved the 'can you see the composition'. You've struck gold there Simon, engaging with the viewer. Keep that going!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Mike and thanks for articulating your thoughts in such a way! - Showing the crop marks during the film and the 'see if you can spot the composition' segment was a trial, but It's been so well received that I will do this fairly regularly form now on. I have a couple of films nearly ready to go again but they don't incorporate this quite so well, but watch this space.

[@stevenbudd3725]

Three strong images and an excellent video. I very much appreciated the methodology you used to walk through your thinking - it's excellent and genuinely useful.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Great to hear Steve. I like the concept of this.

[@davidireland1460]

Hi Simon. There's merit in all three shots I thought. I particularly liked the texture of the second shot with the lichen draped tree and the leafy framing. I loved the "guess where I cropped it" element of the film too and surprisingly for me, the shot I thought best (No 2) was the one I got completely wrong. I got the subject right but my framing would have made for nothing like as intimate or successful a shot as it turned out. That really is something for me to think about. Educational and entertaining as ever. Thank you Simon.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Hi David. I like to keep you on your toes and I just might test you on Sunday.

[@johna5624]

Loved the final image! Must be the colour contrast. Showing the process of how you have arrived at your final compositions worked very well and I would certainly be interested in seeing more of this style of vlog.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Possibly a Marmite shot that one John and I appreciate those of you who liked it.

[@janwilson9485]

Loved the concept and loved the images particularly thr 1st one with thr mossy tree. I was suprised how impactful the tree tops against the sky shot was - far better than mine - time to go out and try again. Thanks for the video

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

it takes a while Jan to find the right shot and I've been searching for a tree top shot for years.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

#capturewithconfidence Please let me know in the comments below if you want to see more of the in field cropping during future videos. In this film, my favourite has to be the tree canopy, followed by the lone birch. On reflection, I'm not a big fan of the last image.

[@ookiemand]

I think you may be able to turn the 'cropping' scene into a viewer guessing game? I'm interested in what questions you ask yourself while you look for images. I liked the first tree in the sky photo the most because it had a nice colour contrast and also lots of smoothness around the high frequency detail trees. The other images are still too busy for my liking, but maybe an carefully added blur could help them.

[@dianneandian3064]

Thank you for showing the bigger picture first, then talking through the compositional decisions you have made. I have learnt heaps and hopefully my photography will improve.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Great to hear. I will be doing more of this going forward.

[@mikekay6288]

Ode to Autumn; beautiful image into the canopy and sky. Thanks, as always. Mike in Oz

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Mike...I suspect you are sweltering in the heat!

[@mikekay6288]

@@SimonBoothPhotography A pleasant 15-25C; it's Spring here.

[@trailwalkingphotographer9992]

Thank you. Great infield instructional video. Overlays provided key points w/in the comp.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful for you and thanks for watching

[@joetagg1961]

This is exactly the kind of videos I’ve been looking for. Thanks!!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful Joseph

[@Tainted-Soul]

Good video nice to see what catches your eye, that tree canopy Wow very nice

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Brian. That one was my favourite of the bunch.

[@karl-heinzhoefert7152]

Thank you Simon; sharing your selection of the composition and field cropping is super helpful ... happy to see more of those.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Showing the crop marks during the film and the 'see if you can spot the composition' segment was a trial, but It's been so well received that I will do this fairly regularly from now on. I have a couple of films nearly ready to go again but they don't incorporate this quite so well, but watch this space.

[@farmspride]

Great Film again. Love the idea of showing composition, helps a lot especially us who are learning.... LOVE the sky shot. Just stunning.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Barbara. Showing the crop marks during the film and the 'see if you can spot the composition' segment was a trial, but It's been so well received that I will do this fairly regularly form now on. I have a couple of films nearly ready to go again but they don't incorporate this quite so well, but watch this space.

[@davidharle8794]

Another excellent video with very clear explanations of your thought processes which I certainly found very helpful. I liked your crop lines innovation and would like to see more of this in future videos. As for the photographs, stunning as always. The tree canopy shot is the best of its kind I have ever seen and way better than any of my efforts!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

H David, Showing the crop marks during the film and the 'see if you can spot the composition' segment was a trial, but It's been so well received that I will do this fairly regularly from now on. I have a couple of films nearly ready to go again but they don't incorporate this quite so well, but watch this space.

[@jimwallar8920]

The concept was spot on and very helpful.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Jim

[@tonyb2760]

Very nice. Love the image at 13:50. Thanks for sharing

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

It's funny how you get to know someone even though you don't. If I would have had to have guessed which one if any you would like the most Tony, it would have been that one!

[@tonyb2760]

@@SimonBoothPhotography Ha ha. good one. I like them all, but that one just had that look that makes you feel as if you were there looking at it with your own eyes.

[@rodrigoangst3369]

Hi, congratulations for the photos. I liked the photo of the treetops.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Many thanks for watching

[@tonyutting6508]

I a, bit behind with u tube, but just watched this. I think the first two images are lovely. The third may be a grow on you image. I like the idea of showing how you find the compositions as this is the thing I struggle most with.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks so much 😊Glad the visual cue's are helping.

[@WilliamLesourd]

Interesting concept. Thumbs up to the tree canopy. The single tree is pretty good too.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you! Cheers William

[@vhobus]

Excellent video. Your way of describing the scene is amazing. I'm learning a lot from your videos. Thank you very much! Greetings from Brazil.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

You are welcome! Thanks for tuning in.

[@deborahhammond8576]

Great idea to show your cropping decisions

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

More of this from now on Deborah. Thanks for watching.

[@IanSmithFotografi]

Autumn is just beautiful in the highlands and you found some gems there.. great to see your process in the field and how you battle through the pros and cons...

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Cheers Ian. Always appreciate you watching. It was a bit of a blunder this one sadly! Never trust tech!

[@AndrewCooperPhotography]

Excellent video, enjoyed you walking us thru spotting and the how you put together the final image. You did right to go for the final image with the weather about to come in.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Cheers again Andrew. two, possibly three more to come from this trip.

[@juanarroyo5324]

stunning images !!!!! ive i had to pick wich is tough i would pick the last one w the redish tree behind !!!!!!! GOD BLESS n stay safe !!!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

It just goes to show that there is an image for everyone. Glad you like it Juan.

[@garyculley9939]

Great lesson Simon. Great communication of your ideas

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

thanks Gary, glad you enjoyed it.

[@rickhanger8225]

Really like the concept. Images are excellent! Thank you.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

More of these to come Rick

[@paulredman1496]

Really like the concept of walking and talking through an image. The first image was my favourite. Thanks

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Many thanks Paul. Glad you liked the idea.

[@johnwebb220]

Excellent episode. Really enjoyed the format and it will really help my photography going forward. Thank you.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Great to hear John.

[@justkerry173]

As someone who struggles with finding the smaller details, I like being able to see the big picture first. Love the crown separation of the upward shot but that copper coloured tree was amazing.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Kerry. It seems this film had an image for all tastes.

[@hugovangool]

I absolute love the images your shared in this video. This first image is my favorite. it always help to share your thoughts how you come to a composition. Like to see more of this kind of videos.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Hugo, watch this space.

[@charliegott2790]

Great video, loved the crop lines really helpful . Beautiful images.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Charlie, glad it was helpful

[@G00SE-BRAINSICK]

Just found your Channel, and its really good, im a beginner photographer and i love this and learn from it

[@kevwarrilow45]

Up into the trees - well worth the wait and a little bit of exercise Simon lol

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

I was not a happy photographer when that sun came out, I can tell you!

[@mick8586]

cracking video Simon very informative .enjoyed it and great images , great work, take care and stay safe

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks as always Mick. Good to hear from you again.

[@stevemarson9665]

Cracking images. Scotland always delivers .... even when the weather is awful. The colours this year were beautiful ... maybe not as good as 2019 but still stunning.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

It is a special place. I always come away thinking I should have shot more though!

[@HIWalkerPhoto]

This way of explaining what your seeing is very helpful. I really enjoyed the approach. Thank You.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Showing the crop marks during the film and the 'see if you can spot the composition' segment was a trial, but It's been so well received that I will do this fairly regularly form now on. I have a couple of films nearly ready to go again but they don't incorporate this quite so well, but watch this space.

[@stuartlauchlan7061]

Still doing a bit of catch up, but really love this video Simon. Its a very clever way of explaining what you see and what you are focusing in on. Also really interesting to see your crop in process on screen. I can appreciate the work that has gone into this and appreciate the effort.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

A bit like me catching up on comments Stuart.

[@declanmalone2487]

Hi Simon, just discovered your channel and I'm a big fan already. Great idea scanning the scene with the camera. Really shows the thought process involved in capturing those fantastic images.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Hi D and thanks for watching. Hope you will stay with the channel by adding it to your subscription list! Be sure to watch the back catalogue. There’s some really great episodes to catch up on!

[@prosenjitpoddar4941]

Beautifully described.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thank you kindly!

[@williamdesevo2089]

Nicely done and a really good concept. Love the first and second images. The third one I thought was a bit busy.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Something for everyone in this film William, but I agree!

[@leahpoppy6011]

I’m still making my way through all your videos ☺️ This one was really useful; I spend most of my time looking at the ground, hunting mushrooms and taking macro and I find the ‘bigger picture’ and landscape more tricky to visualise. On the back of a few of your videos I now feel motivated to go try some landscape this weekend. Thanks again for such great content.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

That's really good to hear Leah. I love to motivate others, it's very rewarding indeed.

[@tedsimonett431]

Hey Simon, I enjoyed very much our walk through the woods together. Let's do it again!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Join me on Friday Ted...6pm UK time.

[@BluebirdR]

Hey Simon. Toms freckles hot got me here :> . The peripheral view approach is just perfect . .. the full vista & breathe it i n ! i found the cropmarks disturb the ‘moment’ . Instead suggest your tones of tactile comp revealed from behind the LCD screen. .. like zoning into your vision and we remain immerse with u and the tale of delights .:: lit.::: Was so excited about that copper red. tree loved the entire RED contrast against verdigris fungi . Auntumn is so beautiful in the Northerly magic latitudes of Earth. Greetings from SA.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Not a bad idea. I just wish the screen filmed better than it does. It's like looking at a very old telly! Thanks for the suggestion!

[@gregbeeke584]

Thanks Simon. Your technique for explaining the cropping/composition works very well. Great images as always to inspire me to develop my woodland photography.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Greg. I'm pleased you liked the new concept.

[@tompetersphotography]

Very well explained matey, and wow what amazing colours!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Cheers Tom. Scotland is pretty special in autumn!

[@charlenenagel7962]

Hi Simon. I really enjoyed this video! I especially liked seeing the process of narrowing in on and identifying the subject of interest. My favourite is also the tree canopy followed by the lone birch. The cropping exercise was particularly interesting. Because you let us know it was coming, you allowed enough time for viewers to get an idea of where we might crop the composition, and then see what your vision was. Very useful. I'm glad you were able to get out before lock down. Take care and stay well!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Hi Charlene and thanks for watching again. Showing the crop marks during the film and the 'see if you can spot the composition' segment was a trial, but It's been so well received that I will do this fairly regularly form now on. I have a couple of films nearly ready to go again but they don't incorporate this quite so well, but watch this space. I actually have two possibly three more films to publish, all filmed before lock down!

[@johnchappell1887]

I always find your videos informative and enjoyable. The tree canopy image is definitely my favourite. I found the last image a little too busy for me. As always I'm looking forward to the next one. Liking the info and thought processes you give during the video. Thanks for sharing Simon.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks for watching John. I've said it a few times in these comments. That last image is very much Marmite.

[@lorrainebooth4718]

Wonderful, lovely colours , I like the tree standing all on its own although the tree canopy was magical x

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

You could do with one for the bungalow x

[@federicocorugedo4070]

More of this please!!!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Keep tuning in Federico

[@davetucker2000]

The canopy shot was gorgeous! Must remember to look up more! I enjoyed the process of identifying and cropping down the composition - especially in the last one of the red beech and the birches - I would have been struggling to frame that, but walking through the process really helped. Thank you!

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

It's good to hear that it helps Dave. Thank you.

[@danieleekfoto]

Good concept and, as always, a nice overall video. Keep it up. You’ve got a lovely eye for a good composition. 👍

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Daniel, that's very kind of you to say.

[@tinaskoularsen3694]

Very good video Simon. Loved the tree top photo.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it Tina. I think you are new to the channel, so welcome 😀

[@Westmoreland348]

Another Film of the highest quality Simon with some beautiful images.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Thanks Simon. I would welcome that comment with open arms ordinarily but I did let the side down with the audio!

[@stephenroberts30]

Thanks Simon, great explanations.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

My pleasure Stephen.

[@jimgarasich7328]

Inspiring. Must visit Scotland.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

You absolutely should!

[@barryconway]

Very interesting to share (and 'see') more of your thought process in selecting and 'framing' an image. Thank you.

[@SimonBoothPhotography]

Glad it was helpful Barry