Landscape Photography:Tryfan and Dyffryn Ogwen

Join me for some landscape photography of Tryfan and the Ogwen Valley in Snowdonia, North Wales.
This landscape photography outing is my take on shooting an iconic location, the mountain simply called Tryfan in the Ogwen Valley, Snowdonia. I arrive on the opposite side of the valley before sunrise and spend the entire day on location, showing you some long exposure photography techniques and also talking about hand-held landscape photography to capture the light when it's changing fast. A whole day out means I get to shoot sunrise, sunset and both golden hours in a spectacular landscape photography location.
This outing also includes one of my favourite Snowdonia off-the-beaten-track landscape photography locations, the lovely hanging valley of Cwm Lloer, under the summits of Pen Yr Ole Wen and Carnedd Dafydd. This is a great summer wild-camp location, but today I'm battling a biting wind-chill to get a long exposure image of the lake, Ffynnon Lloer.
I really appreciate you watching, and if you haven't done it already, why not subscribe now and join me next time?!
I find I’m being asked more and more often about the equipment I use. As I’ve typed up countless replies and links and lists for friends and viewers, I’ve now set it all out definitively here: dgriff.gallery/equipment/.
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Edited. mixed and produced with DaVinci Resolve 15.
Music by Epidemic Sound (www.epidemicsound.com)

[@MaliDaviesPhotography]

One of your best! Steeped with information and interest and then the photography! Some of your best work. A great episode! Not to mention svelte self from those heck sausages, can’t beat eggs and chicken sausages 😁👍 well done! I think I always say this but this was my favourite!

[@DGriffGallery]

Oh yes Heck FTW!! 😀👍

[@iaincphotography6051]

You're right about that wall, it kills the shot, Tryfan is King show it some respect. Heck, their factory is about 5 miles down the road from me lol.

[@harimuppala4653]

Seen few of your videos (North Wales) beautiful ! the way you narrate and share photography details. You are an excellent story teller on landscape ! 👏👏👏

[@DGriffGallery]

Thank you very much! Many thanks for watching and your very generous feedback. 😊👍

[@SteveONions]

Really enjoyed this one Dave, one of my favourite walks too, even from the Llyn Crafnant side.

[@DGriffGallery]

Hi Steve, yes it is a really nice walk and to be honest even if you don't get the camera out of the bag you always feel you get good value out of it. You know, once all this nonsense has blown through I'd really like to resurrect our arrangements to get out for a couple of hours together. Would be really nice to meet you. 😊👍

[@SteveONions]

D Griff Gallery it’ll be a 2021 meet up at this rate Dave 😀

[@garystone6583]

A stark reminder of what can happen. Such a tragedy Thanks for sharing David

[@roachbasher]

great video clear instructions in how you made your shots very enjoyable .

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot Stephen, appreciate you watching 👍😀

[@alunlambert7456]

Super Vlog Griff,I must say I totally agree with you about the shot with the wall though it of Tryfan. As a club competition photographer I can just hear the judge saying the wall stops you going into the image.

[@DGriffGallery]

Cheers Alun. You know, I also had club judges very much in mind when looking at the standard composition!! 😬👍

[@pricklypigphotography]

A fantastic video, packed with information, help and advice. I’m heading to the area in a couple of month and will certainly bear in mind your tips. Thank you 😊

[@DGriffGallery]

So glad you found this helpful. Really hope you have a fabulous visit and that conditions are kind to you. 😊👍

[@russellallan8564]

Thanks for sharing your view of how you think it should be captured. Nothing wrong with others having different views though.

[@DGriffGallery]

Yes, that's very true. Always just a personal preference 😊👍

[@musicnature4]

Amazing place and very nice job!

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot 👍😀

[@philipculbertson55]

Good tip on walking back with camera on a sling. I don't try handhelds very often but I should do that more. If the camera is packed away, I'm a lot less likely to go for a passing shot.

[@DGriffGallery]

HiPhilip, yes I used to miss shots all the time so about 6 months ago I decided to see whether the inconvenience of a camera around my neck when hiking would be outweighed by the opportunities it offers. I found with a sling it's no problem at all when walking with trekking poles and I've got some great shots along the way - highly recommended. But a sling is much better than a neck strap. 😀👍

[@johnsparkes8963]

Stunning images.

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot John, appreciate your feedback!👍😀

[@robguiver936]

Lovely video David. I really enjoy these days out with you :)

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot Rob. Many more trips out planned for this year so you're welcome along any time 😀👍

[@rambling_rambler]

Great video again. Some good advice given. You seemed to get up there with ease, it must be the new boots

[@DGriffGallery]

Cheers mate 👍I suspect it's more to do with the low-cal nosh than the boots! 😂😬

[@stephenmclean4127]

Loved latest vlog great images

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot Stephen - appreciate your support and feedback 👍😀

[@eefvelthorst4127]

Nice vlog. Informative.

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot 😊👍

[@RobOutenPhotography]

Great location David and one that I have on my list. I did my first wild camp at Cwm Llore, amazing spot. Thanks for sharing.

[@DGriffGallery]

Cheers. Be sure to let me know when you’re next in my area, happy to help out and maybe do a collaboration if you’re up for it 😊👍🏻

[@RobOutenPhotography]

Cheers for the offer David, that would be fantastic. I'll let you know when I start making some plans.

[@miltonpics]

Very interesting video David. I went up there last year in the summer, butI stopped just short of the lake. I know now to go a bit further next time.

[@DGriffGallery]

Yes it's well hidden unless you're either right on top of it or above it on the ridge. I'll be back there before long with a tarp and a sleeping bag for a couple of golden hours! 😀👍

[@steveworthington930]

Sage advice David, have climed Tryfan many times, you never go up the same way, hand,s out the pocket,s, quite hairy in places, that was 40? yr,s ago, canni do it now, did not think of photography back then, more,s the pity.

[@TimberGeek]

I like to walk with the camera out as well. High ISO is a bit rough on the D7000 so I try to keep it as low as possible. I usually walk in aperture priority which puts (manual) ISO into the sub-command dial right at my thumb so I can react as the conditions change.

[@DGriffGallery]

That's a really good tip about having ISO ready to adjust - I'll definitely steal that one! 😀👍

[@Alan-DPhotos]

Really enjoyed that David. I still haven't identified a date to go back up there :-D

[@DGriffGallery]

Be sure and let me know when you do - would be great to say Hello again! 👍😀

[@Alan-DPhotos]

Will do 😀

[@fabrizio-evans]

good job bro. love wales!

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot! 👍😀

[@PSTUTORIALSTV]

I think this is probably my favourite so far Dave..I would describe your delivery of information as exceptional..couple that with some stunning photos and your friendly and professional delivery on camera..Absolutly spot on Dave 👌

[@DGriffGallery]

Cheers mate, appreciate you watching! 👍😀

[@marktaylor9579]

Love it David. I enjoyed your "rant" about the standard Tryfan composition, and totally agree - your first composition has it beaten all ends up. Really interesting and informative, thank you.

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot Mark, really glad you enjoyed it and I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment! 👍😀

[@jeffogden6060]

I always love it when a new D Griff video notification pops up. Your videos are always interesting and informative and you have a knack for editing them to just the right amount of time--never too long. The shot of Tryfan at 4:15 is my fave here, really nice. I actually visited this location last year but I only hiked up part of the way. Had I known about Ffynnon LLoer, I surely would have continued climbing. Next time!

[@DGriffGallery]

Cheers Jeff - keep a close eye on OS maps for all sorts of hidden gems! 👍😀

[@tonyb2760]

I am always impressed by your photography. Thanks for sharing

[@DGriffGallery]

Many thanks as ever Tony 👍😀👍

[@SimonBurnCreative]

What Mali said. Great explanations, a stunning set of images, and I just can't believe how dramatic and magnificent Wales is. My fave shot was the very first, very well composed Sir! 1,000 coming up quickly!

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot mate! Yeah, it's not too shabby round here - must get yourself across when you can, so's I can show you some highlights 😀👍

[@MrGraeme1961]

Hi David, Always a pleasure to go on your adventures with you. Images as always Superb.

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot mate 👍😀

[@georgefrench1907]

Great tip about using spikes. They’re essential in slippery terrain, including leafy, root-y tracks. Micro-spikes seems to be a popular choice of hikers here in New England, and I appreciate their toughness and easy packability. Cheers.

[@DGriffGallery]

Hi George, thanks a lot for taking the time to make contact. You'd be amazed how famous our mountain areas are for people not taking them seriously and venturing out ill-equipped!! They wouldn't last 2 minutes in the sorts of proper wilderness areas you have in the US! I thought it might be a timely reminder!

[@Brenda-xc7sq]

A really nice vlog, you show and explain what you are doing very clearly with a pleasant manner, thanks.

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks ever so much for watching, and I really appreciate you taking the time to leave kind feedback 👍😀

[@janicegriffiths2400]

Great video and beautiful pictures, quite a mystical feel to them xxx

[@DGriffGallery]

Love you xx

[@JeffCreates]

The way you seemed to be getting colder and colder throughout this i started to wonder if i was watching a snuff film! Glad you made it back home! Really interesting and worthwhile explanation of the relative merits of the view and options for the mountains, nice work David.

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot Jeff - yeah the temperature dropped about 10deg during the course of the day! 😀👍

[@GaryNormanPhoto]

Really enjoyable video mate :-) Interesting to get your views on that iconic shot too, you made a lot of sense!

[@DGriffGallery]

Cheers mate it's been pissing me off for a while - you could tell! 😂😬

[@dennish.2212]

Very complete vlog my friend. I watch these vlogs for the settings details and methods. You cover all nicely. Well done. You just got a new sub.

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks Dennis, great "meeting" you online! 👍

[@JosephSeagerPhotography]

Great video sir, beautiful imagery too. I need to explore North Wales more - it's right there but I never visit.

[@DGriffGallery]

Get your van down here pronto!! 😄😂😀

[@paulcomptonpdphotography]

Nice one mr Grif. Next time I am over that way I need to get up to the lake. You know I like that place and we was there on the group meet up. I also need to get my spikes back in my bag thanks for reminder. Some great handheld shots I don’t carry mine loose no more maybe I should it’s a good idea to be ready lol

[@DGriffGallery]

Yes keep those spikes handy if your heading up over 500m before April. But come the summer the lake is a great wild camp spot👍😀

[@paulcomptonpdphotography]

Ok mate your on. But only if Mrs G makes sausages and boiled eggs yummy. But can my sausages not look like that one you had in your hand if you know what I mean hhhahaha

[@JamieOverland]

Great vlog David, very well edited and your audio sounded really good! Although it was the classic 'snap' I really liked your stile image. those light rays were fantastic. Great tips there although thankfully I don't have those issues over here in the Fens!!

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot Jamie, I've been working hard on improving audio lately so that feedback is great 👍Obviously shooting mostly on the coast or mountains, wind is a real issue. I had been trying to keep audio on video to avoid the extra labour of syncing, but found that my equipment wasn't up to it. So now I record audio separately, and with a bit of practise have found that syncing in post isn't too hard now 😀

[@thevalleywalker]

Fabulous edition David. Some cracking light and you sure got the best of it with your images. Wish I had the will power to get on a diet - I could really dod with it atm, especially as I ain't getting out in the hills atm. One day would like to get up to that style, have been close but weather closed in so turned back.. atb

[@DGriffGallery]

Cheers Alan. I'd actually waited about 3 weeks for the conditions for this one. When I was there with Paul Compton's group in December, I didn't take a single image. As you know with your locality, you can make the best of the area by picking your moments. I do feel sorry for people who get a bit of time off work, make a special trip here only to get wiped out by the weather. Oh, and don't panic about your waistline, I'm sure you'll reign it in once springtime rolls around and you can get out more 👍😀

[@JamesRBurnsVLOG]

Can’t believe you haven’t hit that 1k sub count. Very interesting words and spot on in terms of showing Tryfan off in all its beauty. That shot with the wall simply doesn’t work for me. Lead in line? More like lead off line! Great advice David and a really good vlog. I’m not gonna even mention the shape of that sausage! 😬Nice work 👍👍

[@DGriffGallery]

Thanks a lot James - I suppose you get the subs you warrant, but I just enjoy the whole process so no matter 👍😀

[@JamesRBurnsVLOG]

D Griff Gallery Good man. The right approach

[@jasonjonesphotography610]

Managed to get out there and vlog yesterday...feet were bloody soaked, its pretty tough going on the terrain got up to the steps and the wall before it got dark.

[@DGriffGallery]

Haha you're not the only one complaining about wet feet, Darren Knight got soaked up there in December too! There is a route that avoids the boggiest bits though - but it's hard to follow. Look forward to your vlog / images too and meeting soon hopefully - can't count how many times people have said to me "Oh you must know Jason well". As it happens you were were the very first person I watched on landscape vlogs (not Tom H!!) because I was interested in local spots. In danger of sounding like a stalker here, but I thought "I could do that too!" so I started a channel ... 👍😀

[@jasonjonesphotography610]

@@DGriffGallery yes you would think we know each other as we are the only vloggers up this end. Im sure we will meet up a few times this year and some wildcamps in the summer :)

[@robfearonphotographyhillwa9583]

Wow brilliant David such class images up there with the best I’ve seen, love this place your knowledge of the area sure helps too! Would love you to join me on one of my walks I completed The Round Of Marchlyn Mawr very challenging conditions David. Video should be live today. Your videos are really inspirational to me great stuff getting better all the time. Thank you Rob

[@DGriffGallery]

The Marchlyns can be very tough as they get everything the prevailing weather can throw at them straight off the Irish Sea! Well done👍Would be great to meet up ...

[@kenrees8726]

Cracking video and beautiful images and your very easy to listen to I have watched all your videos. You go to these remote places on your own do you tell any one where you are going and what time do you expect to be back. Are you a member of a camera club?

[@DGriffGallery]

Hi Ken, many thanks for watching and great questions. I'm starting to get more questions these days, so I'm going to use an occasional series of "ask me anything" videos answering questions, and pop them up on the channel. So I'll make these questions the first of those videos if that's OK and get your answers across in the next few days? 😀👍

[@DarrenKnightPhoto]

Great video and images David. Were your feet wet and mine were soaked walking up there? It’s incredibly boggy. But even though I was cold and wet I had an amazing time and I’m looking forward to returning later this year. Thanks for the tips and advice 👍

[@DGriffGallery]

Cheers mate - I managed to stay dry in my new "winter" Mammut boots! My summer ones would have been useless. Also, there are some route options which do avoid the wettest bits of the hill! let me know when you're back I'd love to meet up again - also want to sort out that Felixstowe trip for maybe April / May time?

[@itsphotomic]

Hi David! Just subscribed to your channel. Love the video too. I wonder what tripod do you use as it looks pretty sturdy (looking to update mine in a short time)? Thanks

[@DGriffGallery]

Hi Michal, thanks so much for taking the time to subscribe I really appreciate it and hope I can keep you entertained. Thanks for the tripod question. The best way I can answer it for you is with a link to the actual product as ordered so you can find out all about it and decide if it might be suitable for you: www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B015CGRREI but I also replaced the heavy and cumbersome ball head with this much lighter and more practical model and I'd strongly recommend this upgrade too: www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B071WJ9SV9/ Hope this is all helpful to you 👍😃

[@itsphotomic]

@@DGriffGallery Wow! I didn't expect such a complementary answer :) Thank you so much for links. Can't wait for next of your videos 👍

[@homesickphotographycomau4107]

What camera gear are you using here, Mr griff hahaha will be remember as "great big fuck off mountain" first and Im sure the last. you look like the throw around that word to much ahah glove old mate bite you don't want frostbite i see later on nikon