Photographing Fantastic big old mossy trees with the FUJI GFX 50

[@GeoscienceImaging]

Hello Hello Everybody!!! 😁 Man I don't normally like videos that are slower paced, but yours Adam are just so thoughtful and peaceful and I love the mood and tone you set. Serenity. The chaos of the forest and ferns and mosses somehow becomes something else when I watch Quiet Light videos. I grew up in Western Washington and I miss those evergreen forests from childhood. Thank you for the nostalgia that your art invokes.

[@robertgrenader858]

I kinda like the 2019 version of the mossy branch. The white trees in the midground give it an interesting focal point.

[@christian.irmler]

You should get an award for the most friendliest greeting scenes here on youtube, Adam ;) I love your work on ~12:50 most - such an idyllic scenery. Interesting insights to your van as well. Unfortunately difficult here in Austria to use, as it's not allwowed to camp in most areas you want like in Canada. Bad, but I'm happy that it's allowed to photograph at least ;) Nice weekend, mate!

[@JoDaniels]

Your a unique and sympathetic photographer. And I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge in a very basic and professional way. Good luck with “re-decorate” your Van.

[@johnleftwich650]

Love, love, love the richness and detail of those medium format images.

[@daniel-godin]

Absolutely loved those moss covered trees. I think you're the only person I've seen who shows the RAW & Edited versions like this. It really demonstrates how the process is not done after you hit the shutter button. Thanks for the video, also loved that moss framed shot of you driving, really cool! -- Daniel

[@jamesjohnston6765]

Close-ups of the rear stickers alone were worth the price of admission! I get so frustrated when I see the plethora of camper vans available in Europe. Here in North America we have a lack of small, readily available choices. Thomas has a great set-up. Great location and shots, enjoyed the video.

[@wallybeep]

Another absolutely terrific video, and coming from relatively nearby, you're perspective on mossy trees offered another immensely useful lesson. You're images take what I see everyday and transferred them to art. It's good to be reminded of what is possible in the hands of a master. Thank you, Adam.

[@volodymyrcuza9994]

Thanks a lot for the great video! Those photographs are beautiful! I'm also glad you gave a chance to the FUJIFILM GFX 50R, it's such a capable camera.

[@jimgraves4197]

Adam, you can get all the materials you need to convert your van into a Camper from your local hardware store. If you can find someone local who does home improvements, they can do it for you. It doesn't have to be a coach builder, the only vehicle tech you need is an auto electrician to fit your lights etc and make sure your van can handle it safely. Insulation, plywood, MDF, 1x1 timber, handles, hinges and fasteners are all readily available, you just need a carpenter.

[@keithsandercock1412]

Liked the opening scenes of the Vancouver Island elk.

[@Alister_Benn]

Hi mate, you do this style of shooting so well. You have a real way with the woods. Looking forward to our chat this afternoon....

[@johnsholian4318]

That big leaf maple is impressive and the editing so creative and tastefully done. Well done! Got a kick out of the stickers and not totally surprised with some of the negative comments. Some people are so easily offended these days but life is too short to worry about such things. Good luck with your van modifications, maybe some clever locals will step up and help you out.

[@bthemedia]

@14:00 great to finally see and hear more about one of the most impressive “factory built” adventure mobiles!

[@paulcomptonpdphotography]

I had to look after my mates Delica when they were new. It's a great little vehicle

[@nickbristol3457]

Adam, Great as always. I preferred the first image (2019) over the new one. Both very nice but enjoyed that composition more. Beautiful light on them and those greens were wonderful. Thanks!

[@LisaFrostPhoto]

Those photos of the forest, particularly the first, are wonderful! For your first photos against the river, I actually prefer the 2019 version...I like the contrast and abstract nature of the white branches.

[@reiddickson]

Photo at 4:30 is incredible... Staring at the river bank in the background feels like my eyes are being massaged.

[@anujasharma9677]

Beautiful Images Adam. Admire the way you compose and look at distractions, color temperatures of the leaves etc. Your style is very unique and inspiring. Thank you for guiding people like us.

[@whafrog]

I've been looking at towing a teardrop, there are some great off-road trailers out there. Then all you need is something that can tow, like an Outback, and you're set.

[@bryanthornton6787]

Very nice video. I have to admit that I did chuckle a little about the part on the F150 being massive. If your adventures ever include the state of Texas, I'd love to see your take on the moss covered cypress trees in Caddo Lake.

[@TheMoodyPhotographer]

Calm and amazing B roll like always, I didn't feel I want to skip any second. You and Thomas Heaton make me want to get a car only to make these nice B rolls 🤣 The new version seems to be better for me, there is less distraction, especially the vertical one.

[@slavomirdzieciatkowski8811]

Hey, time to go back to the horse and buggy! We're converting a Ford Transit to a camper (ourselves); quite the project but will be amazing. Nice shots, especially the one with the snaggy bigleaf (the first one). As for the first image along the river...I prefer your 2019 version with the snaggy whitish branches. They add quite a bit of interest.

[@alanhumbard8298]

I just started watching your channel and really enjoy it. I like the way you compose and then process. When talking to us everything seems so calm and tranquil.

[@guykerr8111]

Nice and nice to see some old stomping grounds too.

[@proach3]

Images are beautiful; love your in camera split toning! Great tip.

[@xolracke]

that editing at 11:40 is perfect. Gorgeous shot.

[@mikejohanson7443]

Adam awesome moss covered trees, they way you make the main interest stand out is great. You always seen to come up with just the right shot. I like the new composition of the river, less distracting with the white branches gone. Thanks for your inspiration. A friend of mine used Get-Away Van Creations in Abbotsford BC for a refit

[@steveupson7183]

The spruce. The whole spruce, and nothing but the spruce.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Steve Upson so help us spruce

[@gordroberts53]

Hi Adam, great video as usual. I like this version of the mossy tree branches over the river, the other was very nice but when comparing the two, the loss of the white branches on the shore is definitely a less is more addition. Thanks for sharing!

[@jimowens8105]

Adam, always the enlightened pragmatist. From your choice of vans and gear to the subtle editing techniques you use it all appears so logical and easy... but it ain't. In the last 15 or so years off road vans have given way to mini-vans, cargo vans or SUVs. The first car maker that comes out with a basic cargo van (Think Contractors) with all 4-wheel drive and ground clearance will get my money.

[@howardtowler6146]

With you saying about white branches being destracting. Would you move them or does the scene stay as it is no matter what

[@grahamhgraham]

I found that if you just leave the lens at f16, you can shoot almost anything in the landscape with a medium format sensor and everything will be tack sharp. The mossy forests there look like our Atlantic oak woods near Strontian in Ardnamurchan, Scotland, the place name after which the element Strontium gets its name. I really enjoy your forest work - finding order from chaos. Thanks for sleeping rough in your van and making these videos.

[@imageswestcanada]

The secret to Westfalia reliability (and happy ownership) is a Subaru engine conversion. Better power, much better gas mileage, and much much more reliable. You can even find synchro versions with four-wheel drive and better ground clearance, although they are getting pretty pricey now.

[@robertbrown5052]

Hello again Adam. Beautiful shots of the moss laden maples!! It's nice to see the ferns in your area seem to be doing well. Drought and disease are taking a toll on what we have here in eastern Oregon. Also love your bumper stickers! Finding camping vehicles in your configuration is a problem here also unless you go full custom build ($$$). I am on the other end of the agility stick with a monster (F350) which we pull a 5th wheel camper with. (We're in the state park camp host program with Oregon and Idaho). Makes for more expensive travel (and sometimes limits were you can get into) but I can essentially take my living quarters with me. I'm sure you have seen Thomas Heaton's camper van. It seams interesting but I'm sure here in the States the sticker shock would be an issue also! Again love the photos - take care. Bob

[@MLC48]

Hi Adam, recently I've been struggling and being rather discouraged/disappointed about getting my landscape images in focus. I've finally just decided to focus on infinity using a wide-angle lens and take an image and then, just in case, focus on the nearest part of the image and then merge them in lightroom/photoshop. I'm wondering if you could include your focusing strategy with your photography KZbin mini-adventures.

[@juhanivaihkonenunderwater]

3:49 The one branch at bottom remind me from the Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam

[@stuartcazares3747]

Great video, as always! And I definitely like seeing the van. Sorry it’s having issues but hopefully you can get them sorted.

[@hamsterneckliving]

Well done. I always learn something and just relax watching your videos.

[@WildLightLandscapes]

ooh, I love Carmanah it was an absolutely beautiful area when we visited mate. Great video man with some fantastic images 😀👍✌

[@billsnewsilkroad6536]

HI Adam, the new one is much cleaner. Really enjoy your insights before setting up for compositions.

[@boscomac2434]

Thanks for the composition instruction... 👍

[@woodygreen6826]

When you were describing the shot at the second location I thought it was going to be a dud, then when I saw the finished product it was great. I guess that's why I would have stayed with the elk all day and left the landscapes for you. :) Good video, thanks.

[@paulus0109]

That’s a great shot Adam. Good vlog. Thnx

[@M.Campbell]

Beautiful photos. I definitely want to visit that area within the next few years. Have you considered a truck camper? Finding a truck to suit your needs will be much easier than finding a van like you want, and you can easily take the camper off when you aren't using it. There are enough designs out there that something is bound to be suitable and economical, especially if you don't mind a used one. There are even low profile, pop up, versions with hard or soft sides.

[@thelonghaul5214]

pontiac made a smallish suv during the 90's called an aztec, that featured a camping setup from the factory i believe. i don't think that would chew up too much fuel, it would still give you good ground clearance, and would have the camping gear built in.

[@jimbean532]

Lovely images! But the best one of all was of the Orange Satan as a crying baby!!!! Thanks for the laugh (and hope to export him to Canada next January).

[@JonasOldChannel]

Enchanted forest! Nice work Adam!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Thanks, Jonas!

[@kyleklip101]

Another awesome video , with beautiful images ,Have you ever been to the prairies? , would love to see what you could come up with out here

[@TheThomasites]

I was just up in Port Alberni at Weiner Falls last week. I thought I saw your van on my way back.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Not recently, although there are a lot of Delicas on the road, especially on the Island.

[@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67]

Great video Adam, I feel your pain on the van, I am on the east coast and there is just nothing suitable without spending a fortune.

[@brianparks440]

Hey Adam, I've really been enjoying your videos. A lot of great tips and ideas and food for thought. If I had my dream vehicle for landscape photography, I think it would be a Mercedes Sprinter or a Toyota Land Cruiser pulling a Sherpa trailer. But, I find myself driving around in my rusty 1992 Subaru Loyale wagon. I can sleep in the back comfortably and it has 4 wheel drive. Very reliable and inexpensive to repair and operate. I drool whenever I see a Sprinter. I don't make a lot of money, so when I have extra cash I spend it on a lens or other camera accessories. Thanks for your inspirational videos!

[@MLC48]

I too am looking for a camper van that has higher clearance and 4WD and I live on Vancouver Island. Please keep us up to date on your search.

[@BIGDAUE1]

Hey Adam great vid and shots again. Would you be as kind as to do another editing video of that particular shot with the big tree with its sprawled out limbs, absolutely amazing buddy!

[@IanWilkinson]

I was wondering during your piece on the big leafed maple whether or not you ever try the Brenizer method with a long wide-aperture lens for the background separation that you wanted to achieve. Your light blending with the mossy limbs is masterful, as usual.

[@StephenBridgett]

Very nice Adam. I do envy your freedom to park in out of the way places. Ontario is so knotted up with rules and ownership, we don't have that luxury.

[@tompetersphotography]

Great video Adam, very well made.....that’s a bit of a nightmare with your van! Hopefully you get it sorted soon👍🏻

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Cheers, Tom!

[@redoleary6705]

I have to say, on that first shot of the tree and the river I thought the white tree in the background was quite nice until I saw the version without it, which I definitely preferred in an "apples to apples" comparison, but both are great.

[@antonydavid2953]

Exactly my thoughts on a campervan: small, economical, 4WD. It seems that there is no available option. I'm using a Toyota Prado SWB which meets those criteria, but is very small inside. I would love the new VW synchro California, but not at the price asked.

[@fingerstylefan]

I’ve mentioned your Delica before, you really do have a gem there even though parts can be hard to find. All vehicles have issues now and then, some more than others. I’ve been looking for a small 4x4 van but they are hard to find. Hope you find someone to help you fix it up.

[@weddingsByJools]

I used to have a delica and I pretty sure you can buy a pod that slides in and has the kitchen in it

[@LukeOrwin]

Great vlog. Not sure I can help. Bit far to come to UK for a van conversion, and Thomas Heaton is more experienced at getting vans converted. Hope you find some where.

[@Valadhiel76]

Of the comparison between your old and your new photo, I like both photos, but admit to liking the newer one due to the lack of distraction in the lower part of the frame. I love looking at your mossy tree photos (mainly because where I live, there aren't a lot of mossy trees). :)

[@drewturnbull1]

Adam, have you checked out Get-Away RV in Abbotsford or True North in Calgary ?

[@Rad_Travels]

True North looks very good.

[@luap1100]

Great pics!

[@mikefrith1590]

There are a lot of ‘car guys’ in Parksville along with car clubs like Ocean Idlers. The club members might know of someone locally that can handle what you are wanting to do.

[@vproven]

Awesome as always. Leave it to you to see the forest from the trees or is it trees from the forest? 😉 Great content, my friend.

[@chillisimo]

Will Pura Vida vans out of Squamish work on your van, or do they only do more late-model conversions? There’s also a place in Kamloops, but I think they are more into the big trucks and cargo van conversions. There are a couple of places in the central Okanagan that actually build RVs, maybe they can do conversions as well.

[@anvilcloud]

I like it when you can do those intro videos with good mood music. How is the drone? Do I recall a disaster in Greenland? I think the final photo was quite wonderful.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Drone is fine, just need to dust it off.

[@johnmccann4041]

Re: vans - lynne Luxon-jones (also on TouTube) got a new one last year and didn't want to go full-size transit. Done in UK so not ideal but maybe some ideas for a possible replacement vehicle or layout for your current one?

[@joecronin5017]

Adam,great as usual a photographer from ontario .i use the new tacoma ,not as big as the big trucks but with 9 inch clearance and 4door 6ft bed it is great. are you getting better results from the new camera rather than the nikon.

[@roberts693]

Hi Adam. Earlier this week I went up Derwent valley in Derbyshire, England, to photograph a mossy tree I had spotted a couple of weeks earlier. The tree was next to a mossy wall which really enhanced the composition. The real difficulty I had was finding a composition. The background was really busy, from all angles, and the sky was pushing the histogram. I took a few images, but Im not altogether happy with the compositions. I know trees are a difficult subject. But the images you took were beautiful. Was that due to a lot of work in post? Love your channel. Kindest regards. Robert

[@QuietLightPhoto]

not an awful lot f work but yes I did have to dodge and burn a few areas to bring the tree forward out of the chaos

[@saveryansprivates]

hey adam. quick question ! where did you get your 2 piece glasses from .

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Wish.com

[@ivandimarco2004]

The images of that tree are fantastic Adam. Also, could I ask what template is the one you showed in the Squarespace ad? Thanks in advance!

[@FotoMatt]

Another great video, Adam. I enjoy your channel treZZmendously. What happened to the D850??

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Still have it

[@JayGrapherBKK]

another great video and very nice to see those animals in the beginning I think it will be good to add which camera you are using at the end of the title of the video. It will just bring more viewers who may be searching key words such as those camera brand/models.

[@tjmanou6422]

Hi, Wad the focus stacked? Thank you

[@robertwhitemoto]

Its hard to make a mini-van look rough and rugged.... B+ for effort ;-) Beautiful mossy trees! Ford Explorer 4x4, any Jeep, Toyota 4 runner...

[@duncanwallace7760]

There's really nothing new which replaces the old-school Delica 4x4 that I've heard of in Australia either, so I just keep mine going. There was meant to be a more recent Toyota AWD van, but not in Australia.

[@keitholsen3109]

You never disappoint, Adam. Very nice video. I do have to ask, because it's been driving me crazy with curiousity. What kind of mileage does your Delica get?

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Not great!probably about 13L/100km

[@howardallen5390]

Is there a particular Squarespace template that you would recommend for a photographer wanting to showcase a portfolio?

[@QuietLightPhoto]

There are quite a few really nice templates that work well for photography. The one I use is called the Bedford.

[@howardallen5390]

@@QuietLightPhoto OK, thanks

[@ilyanazarenko3330]

Thanks Adam. Great video as usually. Can I ask you a question, please? Do you shoot videos in 4K and upload 4K to KZbin ? What do you use for video editing and production? -Thanks!

[@QuietLightPhoto]

I do but sometimes the quality is not great as the camera that I use is not brilliant in low light, I use Final Cut Pro.

[@toykellie3]

How do you edit your Fuji files? Love your videos! Thanks

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Just in Lightroom and Photoshops asI would any other files

[@toykellie3]

Adam Gibbs Thank you. I was just wondering because of Fuji files worm artifacts with sharpening. Curious if you had a work around. Thanks again 😊

[@fotogfitzfoto412]

Are the Uncle Grumpy stickers still available, pls?

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Of course teespring.com/new-my-ugly-mug?pid=794&cid=103544

[@johngibson1072]

Its what's inside that counts ! 8-)

[@timetodestination9538]

Adam's B-roll is getting more like Thomas Heaton's recently. Coincident maybe? I miss the drone footage tho...

[@QuietLightPhoto]

No not at all I've taken a lot of what Tom does and tried to implement some of his style, I really enjoy the drawn out approaches, gives the viewer a bit more insight into the location I think.

[@TheycallmeWade]

Mercedes sprinter 4x4 May need to start a go fund me haha they’re expensive, well in Australia they are

[@HyadesIIIGunslinger]

Yay !! Another vid !

[@dfreitas853]

good video. I loved your stickers.

[@JohnDrummondPhoto]

One thing I notice is, you rarely shoot wide mountain view vistas on V.I. Is that because of all the foliage? I'm a short drive from the Catskill and Pocono Mountains in the Northeast NY, which are mostly deciduous forest. In summer I just see great mounds of green that just don't inspire me.

[@JohnDrummondPhoto]

Ron yeah, I noticed that on Google Earth.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

John Drummond grand landscapes are hard to come by except on the coast and high alpine areas that I have yet to explore cheers!

[@chrismagnus7705]

Ar you not worried about the Yetis that live out there?

[@QuietLightPhoto]

Yetis? haha, no but I am worried about bigfoot.

[@chrismagnus7705]

Adam Gibbs. Just checking you know the difference when you see one! Great tips as always when your professionalism is not being impeded by clowns.....your all subbed anyway for interesting tips and fantastic locations.

[@waynebrookes4309]

GFX is getting quite a lot of play time now eh 😉

[@andrewevans7184]

A good cabinet maker or boat builder should be able to help you out with the van Adam. Why not try a talking to Jessie the Samurai Carpenter, he's in BC, perhaps you could do something on youtube together.

[@paulcollingridge8387]

Easiest to customise is Mercedes sprinter... Lasts forever, too

[@twotone3070]

"Caribou, nibbling the croquet hoops"

[@lauramartin4899]

In canada... I have no idea... but in Washington state for sure several people in the 'nomad' movement... some contacts: Freedom Van's Explorer conversions Van's direct Van hauschka conversions They are all relatively close to you... I'm sure not economical, but if you the interior demo yourself it will save you bunch of money... Go to KZbin there are hundreds of videos of people remodeling their vehicles themselves.... ypu just remodeled your cabin... vans aren't really that different... my husband and I are remodeling a 40' long school bus as a 'tiny home's on wheels... long project and expensive... but a van like your can be re done by yourself with very little money...

[@nickwhitehouse1336]

Good luck with the camper van conversion, i'm sure a genorous benefactor will come to your rescue :-) lol, on another note; i have noticed you have had a big influence on your fellow vloggers; all i see at the moment is forest/woodland photography and although very beatiful; please post some sea or landscapes so the rest can follow?

[@martingreenaway8748]

It is winter, to be fair.

[@loumartins6371]

Hi Adam. I have a feeling your accent is not quite a true western Canada accent! I’ve seen quite a few of your videos, and the F4 group, and I haven’t found one where you talk about how you went from the UK to living in Canada and why. Just curious.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

I was born in the UK and moved to Canada in 1979 at the age of 13, just never quite lost the accent.

[@Hirsutechin]

Squarespace sponsorship? You'll be getting new boots and panties next! Congratulations on landing that, hope it works well for you. :-)

[@QuietLightPhoto]

working on it :-)

[@dannydivilly6146]

Looolllz that trump sticker!!