Photographing the Unique Architecture of Fogo Island, Newfoundland

[@carlwills7841]

Hey Alex, I was there last fall, there and Twillingate. In Joe Batts Arm, you were across from Young Studios... Adam Young. He's a well known young artist in the Maritimes with a very unique style. I wish i had more time to explore Fogo and Twillingate when I was there. I hope to get back there in the next year or two. Enjoy your videos, cheers!

[@teknikel]

I also hope to get back for icebergs next spring.

[@AlexArmitage]

Thanks so much Carl. I hope to get back up there as well.

[@randyschwager2515]

I’m so glad you were able to end on a high note! When boring skies set in, taking to the air with you drone and shooting down can be a great alternative! Also those tonal hotel shots were great! Thanks for taking me along!

[@jph.j5183]

This is so crazy it's amazing.

[@janwilson6145]

great editing and music. and photos of course.😊

[@AlexArmitage]

Thanks so much Jan :)

[@mitchellmysliwiecphotography]

Cool that the historian took you in and gave you the lowdown of the island. Good perspective on "the funk"... I am glad the ferry was out of order, those last shots (especially the hotel) were sweet

[@AlexArmitage]

The island wanted more time with me for sure :)

[@BrianLackey]

Glad you got to visit Fogo :) I think Bridge Studio was my favorite, so it made me happy to see that you made it there in the end

[@AlexArmitage]

Didn't exactly get any workable conditions, but I do like a bit of the more moody shots for sure.

[@BadSloucher]

24:40 I used this exact same song in my 2022 Norway video 😂

[@AlexArmitage]

so you're saying you've got a good taste in music?🤣

[@lindaspenard7301]

Good morning Alex 🌈 what amazing structures! And photos! As an artist what do you usually do when you're just not feeling the joy? Persevere or pack it in for the day.

[@AlexArmitage]

Ah I missed this last week. I think most of the time I just don't force it, but allow it to change if things get better.

[@marge57]

That was a wonderful coincidence that you bumped into Roy Dwyer! Serendipity❤

[@AlexArmitage]

Ah someone who knows who I am talking about! love it :)

[@adrianaperez7649]

Love your content! Always hit the like button before I watch, you’re awesome at what you do.

[@AlexArmitage]

You're the best!

[@HoriaBogdan3]

I'm pretty sure this might come too late for your Newfoundland trip, but for general reference, the Aurora will only be visible (to you or the camera) in the North, especially from such low latitudes. Of course i'm talking about the Northern hemisphere only and this applies to pretty much anywhere south of the Arctic Circle. When you wend to northern Norway, you could see the aurora in almost any direction because you were much closer to the Pole, but at latitudes of about 50+ degrees, you have to have a composition pointing North to have a chance for some northern lights. Furthermore, avoid nights with big moon (the one in your case here would have eclipsed the light coming from the aurora) and, of course, little light pollution (but you already knew this one). One last thing: the Kp index only shows a prediction of how far South the aurora might be visible that particular night; there are much more parameters to follow, but i don't want to get too technical about it here. I was a northern lights guide in Tromso, Norway for a few years and photograph them often and that's why i'm confident to tell you all of these :) Hope you don't mind.

[@ronkvogel939]

And for higher KP index one better goes to Japan!

[@AlexArmitage]

This is great advice. I actually cut a portion of me saying this exact thing. Well I said "I think it will only show up in the north but I'm no expert" haha. I cut it because I was rambling too much. I don't mind at all. I love learning! Thanks Horia

[@Popa_Bogdan_Light_Drawing]

thanks, Alex, this week i've shot the northern lights and other stuff... remembering all the time and your advice, will make a video about in the future. take care and waiting your next video!

[@AlexArmitage]

Thanks Popa

[@IKnowAGuyBicycles]

What a great adventure! Love it!

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Cool looking buildings there for sure ! The light is like our Irish light here :-) enjoyed this and also the chance meeting you had with the book writer !

[@cathywebb2974]

What a cool place!

[@scottandlindae3803]

A fun video, Thanks

[@louisburley1597]

No such thing as too much caffiene. I enjoye that bit *sips espresso*

[@Lerxsty2112]

Casa Rocinante? You a Rush fan bro?

[@teknikel]

Or a "The Expanse" fan.

[@AlexArmitage]

Fun fact, the writers are Rush fans and the name is actually from that. I've only seen the first season though

[@AlexArmitage]

never heard of em :)

[@teknikel]

@@AlexArmitage The more you know...

[@CostaMesaPhotography]

I believe I first saw you in an appearance in a Fototripper video. I feel like you tried hard to keep up with the comedic persona that Gavin is. I so much more like your "normal" personality as portrayed in this video. Nice story line, and it feels so much more genuine...maybe the real you. Just be you.

[@AlexArmitage]

If there is one thing I try to do, it is just being myself. I think the difference is probably just a case of me being alone, or me being with Gavin. Whom as you can guess definitely brings out the worst in people haha :)

[@CostaMesaPhotography]

At the 25-26 minute mark you talk about being uninspired and feeling different than you did the prior day. I can't help but think if one of the homeowners was there are those unique structures, you'd have a different feel. I sense that you would like more authentic interactions with the people who live there.

[@AlexArmitage]

Well no one lives in those sadly, but I do understand your point. Sometimes it's those interactions that give me energy

[@owenpeller6471]

Stick to nature photography

[@skipper4114]

Buddy you don’t have to be so rude. If you don’t like it then don’t watch it. As someone who is from this area he did a great job.