INSTANTLY improve your DRONE landscape photography | DJI mavic

[@markradford5104]

I am just starting my Drone journey, initially thought about using it on holidays....but now after watching this informative video from Nigel i feel inspired....exciting times...

[@MattFreestonePictures]

Somehow I've only just caught up with this. Another brilliant tutorial, Nigel. Many thanks. Looking to put some of these techniques to good use in my photography and drone films.

[@ari56]

OMG this video is AMAZING, you not just shared tips and techniques but you just explained some settings in the LR that i didn't know how to use. Thank you :)

[@C_R_O_M________]

I've watched lots of videos/tutorials about drone photography but yours is up there! Subscribed!

[@larryjohnson1451]

Hey, Nigel, The past 18 months I believe I've seen all of your videos. Some, I've watched a second time, and several have been referred to a couple of my photo friends. Some feedback: I'm "good" enough that I know the kinds of information you share about lens choices, tripods, filters, shutter speeds/apertures, what to do/what not to do, etc. What I enjoy most is the segments where you approach an area and talk to us about what you see and how you will address it as you factor in light, weather, wind, or too-busy or chaotic settings. (I truly envy those foggy days and gnarly, mossy trees you feature periodically. Those are rare in the U.S. Rockies.) I think most of us experienced landscape shooters benefit from hearing how someone else solves the challenges or chooses the compositions. Last, as my back and leg issues complicate my plans for long hikes and rugged, steep terrain, I've been thinking more about drone photography. I always note the drone work you intersperse with your walking and site overviews. I won't ask you to mention specific gear (unless you're free to) but what basic parameters (sensor type, size, maker, controls, range, etc.) would you suggest to someone who wants to make very good still photos and print, up to 20"x30" size? Last, I see that you frequently fly over deep ravines, off a coast line, or over rivers. Do you control them only within line of sight or can they be managed over a ridge or around an outcropping? Have you ever lost a drone and been unable to rescue/retrieve it? Thanks.

[@AllRedLFC]

Another good video Nigel! Drones are a fantastic new tool for landscape photographers as cameras and technology is improving.

[@NigelDanson]

+Patric Arvidsson certainly are! Love them

[@michaelwise6970]

The fog under the bridge.. beautiful 👍

[@pop1234ist]

Nigel your video is very useful to understand the settings on the Mavic and then correctly develop the RAW files. Thanks for the amazing job you've done!

[@NigelDanson]

Thanks a lot!

[@MAGDALENNAIdeasLifestyle]

I learned so much from Nigel and Mads more than I learned from my Film and Photography school!

[@zyghom]

simply marvelous tutorial for seriously important topic: drone's photography. thank you Nigel

[@alanr1476]

Fantastic tutorial. I'm amazed by the detail from the sensor on that drone. Lets hope for some better weather so I can get out and shoot.

[@bossetideman5493]

I like your video very much. I have an Mavic but all the snow in the Swedish montains have stopped me from experiments. Earlier I had interest in photos from natures with my Nikon but after your video I think I can combine my interest. Thanks Nigel

[@sebibuchs]

you are a great teacher nigel, thank you !

[@MortenHilmer]

Great inspiration - thanks a lot. By the way your dog reminds me so much of my own Jack Russell. Not so much the look but more the behaviour.. He always has a busy schedule digging for the mice..

[@NigelDanson]

Crazy 🐶

[@AlynWallace]

Enjoyed that Nigel, need to get myself a Mavic soon. Far too often I leave the phantom behind due to its bulkiness

[@NigelDanson]

+Alyn Wallace I had a phantom with GoPro and never used it - the mavic has changed my use incredibly- well worth it!

[@jbairdexp]

I had a P3 and I was in the same boat as you. Bought the Mavic and now it comes with me all the time! It's about the same size as a 24-70 f/2.8 so fits nicely into a camera back.

[@AlynWallace]

Yup that's it exactly, something you can chuck in your bag day-to-day! As well as not having to screw on bloody props *countdown payday*

[@shaunmadill8866]

Alyn Wallace the Spark is worth considering too. Even more portable.

[@ke4uyp]

@@NigelDanson Hi ISO does not cause noise (but f/Stop & shutter do!) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJvOl2ZnrJyZrbc

[@whoshotthephotographer7006]

Thanks Nigel, really love your passion and approach to this. I find that colour grading and trying to get the right shot is hard with drones at the moment but your easy approach and simple tips have really made me want to give it another shot! Thank you!

[@bishopnick777]

Thanks for sharing all these pro tips with us common folk. You my sir are a master of the trade!!!

[@Inspirewithdrones3342]

You make a good point in utilizing the mavic not just for its video capabilities but for landscape photography as well. I'm going to give it a go! Thx! Great content.

[@kitkat7815]

16 min of golden information..thanks Nigel

[@brentmckee5111]

Great tips Nigel. Lots to learn about Drone Photography - you have helped fast track it for me, thank you.

[@NigelDanson]

Thanks Brent!

[@BikingBarista76]

Thanks Nigel for sharing this and a little bit of Lightroom!

[@jaimeandres7440]

This is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks man!! Awesome job on this video!

[@timscanlanphotography]

Loads of food for thought here Nigel, particularly in terms of perspective and viewpoint. A drone is very much on my wish list and its moved up a couple of places after watching your great VLOG!! Would love to see more of your drone shots in the future please. Huge thanks for sharing and keep 'em coming please Nigel.

[@NigelDanson]

+tim scanlan thanks Tim

[@dronmoarigato8488]

Aweosme tips and technique indeed... thank you so much Nigel... subscribed.

[@alanlamont9255]

Loved this Nigel ! Didn't think you could get such amazing images from a drone ! I'll have to get one soon ! Keep the great content coming !

[@NigelDanson]

+Alan Lamont yep! It is awesome!!!

[@jeffbruer8735]

I just stumbled on this older video but couldn't help but comment on that photo at the beginning of the silhouetted person in the mountain-scape. It's such a cool picture! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@nigelbramley6289]

At last an informative Drone vid. Perfect as I’m getting one next week from Santa. Thanks Nigel

[@EdgarJFeliz]

Nice video Nigel, excellent coverage on the panorama, first time I've seen that done with a drone.

[@NigelDanson]

+Edgar J. Feliz many thanks!

[@DannyMolyneux]

Thanks Nigel. Great content as per usual. The "Go and use it more" comment has really resonated with me. Thank you squire.

[@bartolmi8392]

Your video is great, thank you so much for explaining in simple word how to use the drone for great photo.

[@manoc8488]

Thank you for this awesome tips Nigel... have a great day...

[@NicholasEJones]

This the first vlog I’ve watched that I totally engaged with, on landscape photography and aerial photography spot on and really useful information, also very temped at your workshops

[@NigelDanson]

+NicholasEJones thanks a lot Nicholas! If you have any questions drop me an email at [e-mail] 👍

[@tstillman]

As a new drone pilot/photographer I appreciate your insights on the technical side of the photos. I look forward to getting a better handle on the camera settings for my Mavic Pro Platinum. It took sharp pictures right out of the box and naturally I went to KZbin to get suggested settings and now get real soft out of focus photos. I need to get back to a factory setting and just play with composition and using the natural light for enhancements. I look forward to learning from what you have to share.

[@Randor10]

Great demonstration. I really enjoyed the dialogue while you’re colour grading in Lightroom. You explain your thought process well.

[@NigelDanson]

Thanks a lot Randy! 👍

[@stephenmason5682]

Your vids are so damned good, I can't wait to watch more! Excellent and inspiring! Can't wait to get out there! Good work Nigel!

[@bopicture]

Nice video. People care too much about getting the newest drone. But you show it is more important to care about light and creative thinking. Well done.

[@NigelDanson]

Creativity is no1! Tool is secondary. We never talk about da Vinci’s brushes

[@toddsanko2951]

Brilliant. Thank you for sharing Nigel!

[@SkylinesProductions]

Wow this is very good! The color and technique are incredible! I am trying to learn how to grow my audience for my starting drone channel. Is there a small way you can assist me to grow? I see you have a big audience which makes it easier. Thank you!

[@liammcclean1336]

Really helpful video Nigel! Am thinking of taking the plunge into Drone photography as i find myself often wishing i could get a higher perspective in certain situations. Great video and images! keep them coming! Thanks Liam

[@NigelDanson]

+ryan mc c thanks - appreciate the kind words

[@JohnHuntPhotography]

Great video Nigel, love the way you edited the pano. Brilliant. Makes me want to grab my Mavic right now and go out and shoot.

[@scotty4418]

Amazing images Nigel from a beautiful part of the country

[@roberto69rs]

Hey Nigel great informative videos. I'm new to drone photography and I am totally enjoying and feel like it has opened a massive door for my photography and like you said compositions are easy to create. Been shooting normal on the ground for 20+ yrs and a drone offers a different perspective.

[@alanminshall1824]

Very tempted with the idea of a drone after watching this.

[@NigelDanson]

+Alan Minshall you won’t regret it! I have linked below to the one I have

[@jbairdexp]

Another gread video Nigel. Some great tips there that I'm sure to put to use next time I'm getting stills with my Mavic. :-)

[@NigelDanson]

Cheers mate! Appreciate that

[@johnmccallmusic]

Thank you sooooo much for taking the time to share your experience, settings, and beautiful photography! I'm a new fan, and I also have a Mavic. Just starting to learn. I really have a passion for aerial photography and I hope to be able to make money....somehow, doing just that. Have a blessed week, and thanks again!!!

[@NigelDanson]

Thanks John - appreciate that

[@HankStites]

Really enjoyed this Nigel. I have a Phantom 4 Pro +. I love the perspectives I can get out here in Arizona and Utah. Thanks for all the great advice and insights.

[@NigelDanson]

+Hank Stites I can only imagine how incredible it would be over there! Thanks for the great comments

[@BenjaminMutuku]

I just started experimenting with taking aerial videos in the Wasatch mountains in Utah. I'll be posting one video on my KZbin channel today.

[@SSZaris]

Thanks for this video. You've taught me more with this video than countless other photography channels ever have. All practical information for things I'm actually going to use every day. Even explaining the 4:3 over 16:9. Other people just say "Use 4:3 because it's the best" and leave it at that. You actually explained WHY! Made my day dude. Thanks.

[@Steve-Cross]

Hi Nigel. I have just got into photography, at the grand old age of 59 and joined a local photography club. I doubt very much I will ever be as good as you, or the rest of the guys in the club but it is a great hobby. Thank you for the inspiration you have given me :-) Best Regards.

[@NigelDanson]

Thanks for the really kind words Steve

[@photography4390]

I am a beginner as a youtuber blogger, you know this video is great for all of us and so many people watched and subscribed, I hope many of you like those who watched ... I hope when the day comes I will be just like you as a youtuber bloger ... thank you very much MJV Philippines

[@JamesGrant578]

Nice video Nigel and good to see some Peak drone photography!

[@NigelDanson]

+James Grant thanks James!!! Appreciate the kind words

[@JaypeaFoto]

Great video. Drone photography is a game changer. Like you said, it gives you 360 degree access to a scene. I got my first drone 6 months ago, a DJI Mini 3 Pro. Loved it so much I recently got the Mavic 3 Pro. Thanks for sharing.

[@maikyoneto]

Excellent tips, very generous for sharing so much knowledge!

[@NigelDanson]

Many thanks

[@hectorcabrera5824]

ND your stuff is right on point. Went out and shot some really awesome photos. what a difference your tips have made. Thanks HJC

[@BenjaminMutuku]

Great video tutorial. Fantastic shots! I just started experimenting with taking aerial videos in the Wasatch mountains in Utah. I'll be posting one video on my KZbin channel today.

[@theFATEfactory]

Beautiful aerials! Super helpful. You’ve got a new subscriber. Cheers from one pilot to another 🍻🍻🚀

[@natemadsen380]

man i really like your channel this is the first video i watched and im looking forward to seeing more

[@inthevortexphotography5520]

Great video Nigel and what a beautiful area!

[@sharonbh]

Great tutorial...thanks for creating and sharing

[@hofi222]

Thank you so much! I love your tutorials! I think that I have to use my drone more often….

[@motorcyclingTo]

Love the editing part, thank you for the video!

[@robfearonphotographyhillwa9583]

Ditto Nigel I’ve done exactly the same some really good photos to be had, great Video again Nigel

[@josephormond1611]

thanks for the tips, looking forward to using them.Great work

[@dr.zoidberg8666]

I couldn't agree more about the straight down perspective with drone photography. Just about every other video I've seen on the subject highly recommends it, but to me it's a really niche technique that should be used extremely sparingly, particularly if your goal is good landscape photography. Thanks for the input & information.

[@NigelDanson]

Thanks for the kind words

[@PaulWeingartz]

Top notch video mate. Definitely going to try some photography with my Mavic!

[@5ThingsI]

Really useful information Nigel, still getting to grips with my drone so I've taken away a lot from this video

[@NigelDanson]

+Steve Brockie brilliant - glad to hear that!

[@Dirk80241]

Wow, very informative! You are a good story teller and I love the detailed advice give you for the settings in the drone and how to tweak things in Lightroom. Excellent! The photos are beautifully merged into the video. I am now going to try out drone landscape photography!

[@dronedaamazonia5842]

clear and calm explanation. Thanks

[@bangelta]

just stumbled across this video. Great content Nigel.

[@ProfeRodrigoHenriquez]

Many thanks for your video Nigel. It was really interesting to confirm some of the sets to my Mavic. Thanks for your suggestions. Regards from Chile.

[@johanlisspers7934]

Nice video and info about drone photo Nigel. Drone photo is really fun.

[@NigelDanson]

+Johan Lisspers thanks

[@guitarnicolasgreek]

Amazing video Nigel, thanks so much, that's really helpful! Love from Greece!

[@johnferry5668]

Excellent work Nigel,great stuff......the images are fantastic pal

[@NigelDanson]

+John Ferry cheers John!

[@TheophilusEmmanuel]

Absolutely fantastic tutorial. Thank you!

[@cristalballena-hotel]

Hello Nigel! Very nice video - Thank you. I am going to buy the new Mavic Air and will try to make some nice rain forest and nature photos around our hotel with it in Costa Rica. Your beautiful photos with the morning light and the mist where a big inspiration for me...

[@Eichetheking]

Thank you for this video, Nigel!

[@ashbyblackmon2173]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I really like your voice and accent by the way! You are a good teacher!

[@NigelDanson]

Thanks a lot 😃

[@brianp6097]

Great photos and videos Nigel , where is that stunning scenery please ?

[@bigbluewolf_]

Another great video. This will help me with my Mavic photography.

[@NigelDanson]

Brilliant thanks

[@elefilosofia]

Thanks for this video Nigel! It was very helpful! your pictures are amazing|

[@simonfr77]

That was a really helpful video and I've learnt a number of useful tips. Thanks!

[@mercuriallimit]

It just dawned on me about my composition is the part with the viaduct, if i was on location i wouldn’t know how i would critique my own composition on the spot to get your image. I said it like that because i feel that your composition of the viaduct is really strong and very refined for that location and for that atmosphere.

[@kumardeepam]

Thank you so much for this tutorial mate ❤️👍🙏

[@noproblem2big337]

Great video, very informative the best tip that 4:3 to get the full function of the sensor...you didn't touch on filters, I have subscribed and will watch your other videos👍

[@douglasclayden4941]

Another great video Nigel and some amazing images that would not other wise been possible. I see more and more photographers using drones which i think are great and these videos inspire people to get a drone but unless i have missed things in the past hardly any vlogers that use drones goes into the legal side of things and the obvious do's and don'ts of using these incredible devices. Please don't take this post as a rant but i have looked into getting a drone and decided against it.

[@NigelDanson]

+Douglas Clayden thanks for the comment. There are always reason not to do something but if you are careful and respect others things usually work out ok 👍

[@droneondays6261]

Looks like i really need to get lightroom to start doing some photography or rather do it far better, thanks for the tips i find picture set up and manipulation the hardest thing to learn

[@chrisdeantonio1498]

Does anyone else's heart race before, during, and after flying your drone or is it just me?!

[@fastdude2002]

It's just you...

[@elefilosofia]

I suppossed was just me, LoL! I feel like flying when i use my drone! Is it the same for u?

[@phildevore4543]

Chris DeAntonio Absolutely! Every time I fly my Inspire 2 I am in a different zone and enjoying every minute of it!

[@phildevore4543]

Eleonora Usai absolutely! I can relate to what you said about feeling like a bird when flying your drone.

[@paulbergman8228]

Chris DeAntonio You May have the beginning of a-fib, where your heart takes an erratic best profile, up and down in BPM. Mine started after a surgery on my neck and got worst after chemo therapy. Initially, it was only the right side of my heart, and triggered by a bit of stress or exciting incidents, then over time to both sides of my heart, with up to 200 BPM. It was definitely a ‘felt’ state. The problem was my heart was emptying with each beat 20% less, so there was 20% less oxygen available, and exhaustion was a constant issue. I would have rest times of 6-7 hours without any, then 7-9 hours with a-fib. The rest of my heart was in excellent condition. The less volume of each beat means that some blood can stagnate and then clot in your heart, creating the possibility of a stroke or pulmonary embolism (small ones are very painful, large ones are deadly). Get a cardiologist to put a small monitor on for 24 hours and go fly and do other things to see if you have a problem. My heart just got ‘fixed’ through ablation at a top of the line hospital in Seattle - Virginia Mason. I was very active, even so, but with a lot less endurance, but am now back to building that back up. I still ski, fly airplanes, sail and hike, and am looking forward to using my Mavic 2 (1st drone) for photography and trying some cinematography. I am a doctor, so was very aware of the issues, and what the consequences were. You can get a pulse oximeter ($39.00) from SPORTY’s PILOT SHOP and monitor your heart rate and oxygen level.

[@baztop1800]

Spot on with everything you said. Especially about stumbling on something great you would of never seen from the ground, that has happened to me a lot with the mavic

[@carlcornwalldrone]

Great stuff , always learning new things

[@ZdenkaDarula]

Hi Nigel... I am very happy your video popped out of nowhere... you have brilliant eye and I found so many similarities in your style comparing to mine.. lol.. meaning I understand completely what you are talking about. I have very similar view. I just few my spark first time ever... and I am now totally hooked. I want to try more photography with it... after 13 years taking of photos on the ground it is time to take it to new levels.. heights... :):):) keep up the great works. Your photos are STUNNING..

[@ChrisNewham]

Great video and some good tips which I have been doing those for a while. The great thing about the Mavic is you can put the camera in portrait mode which makes for great pano's. I did a 12 shot pano on the isle of Harris stitched and cropped it to 3x1 and printed on A2 I have it framed on the wall the detail is amazing nobody who looks at it would say drone shot except for the view point which gives it away.

[@NigelDanson]

+Chris Newham thanks Chris

[@OFGW]

I am a late comer to this video but I have been struggling with my drone photography. This helps and this inspires me to work more on it. Great video.

[@NigelDanson]

Thanks for the kind words - really appreciate it

[@mikekay6288]

Another informative and enlightening tutorial; thanks Nigel. Sorry can't get to the Lake District, but I can get a Mavic. Mike in Oz

[@NigelDanson]

+mike Kay ha ha! Cool - enjoy it

[@yujinlandscapephotography.7787]

I agree with you on the drone photography. Thank! Nigel...,

[@richardleney9932]

Thank you so much . Had no idea the mavic could do this. Just back from my third flight and just found out by accident that it took photos. Your video is great and something for me to try on my next outing. thank you

[@NigelDanson]

Good luck! Mavic is fantastic....

[@MikeGoodwin]

I quite enjoy your videos Nigel, thanks for doing them. You and Paul G J have inspired me to try my hand at it. However, in my case a drone is not going to be one of the tools in my kit. Aside from living close to an airport and being heavily restricted, I think it will be all I can do to concentrate on creating one or two compelling images and sharing my local area in a video. That being said, I would love to have one and do enjoy seeing what you are able to create with yours. Until next time, cheers!

[@NigelDanson]

+Mike Goodwin cheers Mike. I realised this one wouldn’t be for everyone - but I thought the videos and images were worth sharing. But to normal service next week and then in Scotland for a series of videos 👍

[@PaulGJohnsonphotography]

Paul G J Inspiration... OMG see your doctor ;)

[@MikeGoodwin]

Paul G Johnson - If your inspiration lasts longer than 4 hours consult a physician. :P

[@mikenoone1034]

What a great video !!! Very informative.

[@NigelDanson]

+Mike Noone many thanks Mike

[@michaelsowerbylandscapepho3845]

Interesting and helpful video Nigel. I just pre-ordered my first drone, after borrowing one for a little while. I certainly intend to use it for my Landscapes. I have to say, I complete agree with your point about the best drone images tend to be the ones you don't immediately think are taken with a drone. Thats certainly an approach I'll be taking when it finally arrives!

[@NigelDanson]

Thanks a lot! You will love your new drone! 👍

[@jfgagnephotos4809]

Thanks for the tips! Just got my Mavic Air 2. :D

[@michaelhoodleeder]

Great work. Beautiful photos

[@LightstormStudios]

Love the video, Nigel! GO GIANTS! :)