Playing the Long Game in Landscape Photography

[@BenHorne]

Very eloquently spoken Simon! Thanks for letting us tag along when you're out there doing what you love.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Eloquent? I not often referred to as that, haha! Many thanks, Ben!

[@DroptineMatt]

I don't often comment on videos, but I feel compelled here. I love the insight into your artistic vision and philosophy. Landscape photography is much easier with iconic landmarks and gorgeous vistas, but making art out of the seemingly mundane and ordinary takes much more vision and yes, "patience" :). I live in the Midwestern U.S. and finding iconic scenes is tough. Your patient and visionary approach to shooting locally is inspiring and instructive for me.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much for your kind feedback, Matt :)

[@sarahhuggins7217]

#keepitlocal that's one way to save money and put it towards your camera gear

[@mactube72]

Hello Simon, the other thing that amaze me beside your Photography is your fluent story telling without a script and any kind of clip editing between the story. I find it very calm and peaceful.

[@giselesmith7795]

Nice to see you and Meg again. I look forward to future videos from you. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

[@chuckyzzz]

You have something very special. An open and honest demeanor with passion. Make the most of it.

[@wigglerise]

Good to see you back. Weather and work commitments can push patience to the limit so appreciate this video.

[@RockLakeMama]

So great to see you and the happiest dog in the world again!

[@JensRohde]

So good to have you back again. Looking forward to new videos with you and Meg.

[@kristapple]

Nice to see the Meg and Simon show back 🐶😃 I couldn’t agree more about taking your time, there’s no rush. But more of Meg would be nice 😂

[@chrisroot7182]

Welcome back Simon and Meg. Can't wait to follow along on your adventures this year! Cheers!

[@carriestrohl]

I don't know how I missed this video until now.. but wow. Thank you for your candor. God bless you. Be you! You're inspiring.

[@RobBakelaar]

Thank you so much for this inspiring video, Simon. The moment I saw the 2 birches, a thought came to my mind: "The composition of the bigger birch hanging over the little one, seemed sybolic, in a way. It looked as if the bigger one, was protecting the little one as some sort of parent...". And that's why photography is such a great hobby to have, to see things (and learning to) and interpret compositions in so many different ways, and completely different from someone else. Recently, I saw a workshop by Joe Buissink, who is a wedding photographer (complete different type of ' field'), and he said: "If you take a very good look at the best photo's you took (noone elses opinion, YOUR best photo's), and analyse them, eventually you'll find out that there's someting of YOU in every single one of them... They will show you why you took that photograph and why it 'spoke' to you, just one tiny moment in time that you clicked the shutter button...". I think he is 200% right with that, and that you think the same way...? I mean, from what I see in your video's, you try to think, rethink and then click, which I think every photographer should learn: don't rush it, don't "Spray and pray!". Take some time to look at all factors that make a good photograph. Thanks for sharing your vision, thoughts and stunning images! They made me realise I need to slow down too, because I'm guilty of rushing far too often. Another thing you've made me realise, is that it's perfectly fine to go home without 1 single image... Making good photo's can't be forced. Thanks once again!

[@jennifersayers8041]

Aww so good to see yourself and Meg again Simon. I totally understand what you said, it's good to be true to yourself and enjoy what you do in your own time, that's when you get the best results whether it be photography or just out hiking and taking in the air and enjoying nature. Never feel obligated to put up videos often or to put up something that's not really what you want to put up. It's your channel, you carry on doing what you love. There's a lovely relaxed way about your videos that I like, the treks, the music, the photography and the story behind each scene and of course Meg!! Loving her new coat. Let's hope this year brings lots of atmosphere, mist and maybe a bit of frost and snow. Happy New Year!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks for your thoughts and kind words of support, Jennifer! Happy New Year!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

As always a pleasure to watch :)

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, Mads!

[@helenhiggs6171]

Great to see you back. Happy New Year. Big hugs for Meg

[@davidm3225]

ditto

[@jimrookphotos]

Simon, so glad to have you, your photography, and down to earth thoughts back here. Oh, and also Meg plus a belated birthday wish to her. I think you hit the nail on the head so to speak. If you don't shoot what you love and for yourself it is not going to work. As landscape photographers, weather and light are so important and yet out of our control. Again, being where you want to be and doing what you love is the key. Best to you in 2019 and I look forward to more of your woodland journeys and photography. Jim

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Happy New Year and many thanks for your kind feedback :)

[@addick675]

Thank you for your thoughts Simon. And a very Happy New Year to you too.

[@JuliusTitak]

I am not even close to the photographer you are, but you are such an inspiration to me. I love hearing your thoughts on how you research your potential spots, and what goes into your thought process involving your photography. As time goes by, I am in agreement with you about being selective when shooting. I used to go out and take pictures just to be pressing the shutter release button and deleting most of them. Now there have been times when I've gone out and haven't pressed the shutter release at all. Granted, many photos still get deleted, but I am more selective. Being selective also gives me the chance to really enjoy nature. Thank you for what you do and share with us!

[@kimmadsen8175]

Hi Simon, yes, great analogy on patients, “it is but a moment” and we all live to be in the moment. Many thanks for sharing. So good to hear from you again,enjoy your videos,and content. 👍🏻

[@jnuora]

It is so nice to see you back to my KZbin list. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and ideas about taking outdoor photos.

[@mikeallen4081]

Thanks Simon....great encouragement for woodland photography....blessings from Minnesota

[@seanorphoto]

Excellent points Simon and something all photographers should bear in mind. I often forget to enjoy the landscape/moment in the process of taking images or shooting video which is a shame. Also the long game is key in landscape photography, scouting compositions and planning for a future shot are key. Looking forward to future videos and photos.

[@dmarque]

In my former life as a goler I traveled the British Isles and fell in love with the countries and people. Now as a photographer I can not wait to return and take in these lovely scenes in a more intimate way. I really appreciate your insights and the chance to take a moment to look over your shoulder while I am still in the throws of my business and seated in my office. Thank you~!

[@gstandaert]

Great to see another video from you! You're completely right. No need to share stuff just for the sake of it. Share what you're happy with sharing. Hope to see more of the way your work this year :)

[@johnburgess1547]

Great to see you back again. Always informative and also great to see Meg again.

[@laurencesillars6068]

Happy New Year Simon and Meg! Hope you all had a great Christmas. Great to have another video and hear what you’ve been up to. Looking forward to more.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, Laurence. Hope you had a good Christmas and new year!

[@ScoTreVan]

Nice to see you back Simon, glad your keeping busy, work does come first

[@dragoro3033]

Oh, it is so good to see you come back! I keep tabs on your work on Facebook, but these videos are just the kind of thing you and Mr Heaton do that inspires me so much. I want to make a video but I am such an armature and I got acne and and and... excuses. I love Maggie. She has got the spirit of the most energetic animal ever. I love to see her come along and never get slowed down, even by cold weather. Your photos are stunning as ever and I am really excited for the hoar frost takes!!!

[@DiegoMcCartney]

Good to see a video from you Simon. Love your approach and I think it’s great food for thought for many of us.

[@yujinlandscapephotography.7787]

love your job and like beautiful composition. Thank! Simon.

[@paulbell9957]

Lovely video mate. Beautiful images even without your chosen conditions. And of course, it's always great to see Meg playing about ☺

[@searam1]

It sounds like you have your direction plotted well. Do what your heart dictates and best wishes to you and your lady (and Meg, of course). Always a pleasure to have a new video from you and I hope you had an excellent holiday! Give Meg a hug from me! Sean

[@JanneRanta]

You have the best co-host of all YT photographers.

[@michaelcarrithers6811]

Thank you very much for that, Simon. I'm glad to have you back, but would be ready to watch your channel *whenever*. Two points: first, it was evidently a flat day with flat light, but you did develop -- or you and the sky developed -- a very interesting and subtle background to that first photo of the two birches. It was interesting in itself. Second, I think most of us would be pleased with whatever reflections you have on the experience of landscape photography, even if it is a flat dull day. This video is just what I mean. The weather did not cooperate with your previsualisation, but it was a rich offering for us all the same. So thanks again!

[@scotty4418]

What a pleasant surprise seeing your notification pop up Simon. Totally get what you were saying as why would you want to add pressure to yourself to produce content to the detriment of what you gain from your photography. Hopefully the compositions you scouted out will work out for you in the future and many happy returns to Meg too

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks! I certainly think the compositions will eventually work if the trees remain standing. I've scouted shots before which have sadly been ruined by storm damaged trees :(

[@waterman308]

Your philosophy of life and photography simply compliment your excellent photos. And your dog. :)

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Haha! Many thanks :-)

[@markhuff5289]

It is always a pleasure to see your videos and if we have to wait its worth it.

[@johnsholian4318]

Welcome back and Happy New Year! Do what you love, love what you do. I like your style so stay true to yourself and don’t feel the need to crank out content. Cheers!

[@chrisgibbsphoto]

That's a fantastic pup you have in Miss Meg, the way she just sits behind you watching and hearing every sound. No worries about those North Yorkshire Grizzlies sneaking up on you with Meg on patrol. 🙂 Great content Simon!

[@1spitfirepilot]

You've got evident integrity and authenticity - it's obvious in all you do.

[@JamesPopsysPhoto]

Cracking mate, looking forward to seeing more :)

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Cheers, James! More is almost certainly definitely a likely possibility ;)

[@michaelhill692]

Was so glad to see you were back with a new vlog. Always love your insights.

[@davyscales7732]

Looking forward to seeing more this year thanks for sharing your life.

[@wendynewing8834]

Welcome back, you have been missed. Thanks for a very insightful video.

[@toomuchbbq]

Thoroughly enjoy your videos and watching you at your craft!

[@gurunath1710]

Ahhhhh...., finally! Don't get me wrong - I don't mind not seeing you, it's Meg I miss....😉

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Haha. Fair point :P

[@chuckyzzz]

Meg was protesting early on with her back to us.

[@michaellyons5208]

So very nice to see you again, Simon. And I can't agree with you more. Pressure to produce diminishes the personal joy, so take your time. I for one will not run away or complain. My best to you in 2019.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much. Happy New Year!

[@tomdullage1531]

I've been looking forward to this and wasn't disappointed, nice to see you back, Simon and lovely to see Meg again.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, Tom! Hope you're both well!

[@martinjn2920]

A bloke and his dog go out for a walk and see photographs or at least the potential for photographs, I go out with the dog and see absolutely sod all, I really struggle with woodland / moor photography and I am really really envious of what I have just watched. Simon, this was awesome, you have shown me that there are images to be had in my local woods, I just need to open my eyes and look. And that is not as simple as it sounds. Who said photography is easy!!

[@sherrydavis3110]

Great to see you back, along with the beautiful Meg. Enjoyed your video and totally agree with you, especially the part about not getting caught up with the pressure of taking a photo for photo sake and posting on social media. Loved hearing about how you visualise the composition.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Sherry!

[@DavidDixon]

Nice to see your thought process with a couple of exciting possibilities there. Also nice to see another video from you Simon! All the best!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks and Happy New Year!

[@nibimocs]

It's so great to see you and Meg again! Wonderful to know your thought processes. Thanks once again for sharing. atb in 2019! -Larry

[@patricialeonard9622]

The middle of winter and all that green. I’m green with envy. Nice video as usual.

[@johnsilver8840]

Hi Simon, great to see you and Meg back my friend. Please don't leave it to long before you vlog again. Happy new year.

[@kylasmay5691]

So glad to see another video from you! Looking forward to seeing any/all of these photos you capture with the ideal conditions you have in mind. Hope it happens for you. Great to see Meg again too!

[@kathleenhart707]

Lovely to see you back in the woods again!

[@matsfotografi]

Oh that was a sight for sore eyes! Thoughtful Simon and Meg, the wonderdog:)

[@kerebronemtadrata5459]

I was afraid that you might have given up on your videos. Phew! What a relief. Simon and his beautiful assistant Meg on the tour again!

[@tanke1818]

Great to hear from you again Simon. Can’t wait to here more from you.

[@seoirse68]

Great to have you back Simon! Very thought provoking vlog. Thank you Happy New Year

[@eugecoscarelli9745]

Wow Simon, welcome back. Hope the new venture goes well for you. Totally enjoy what you have said in this vlog. Be yourself, do what you are comfortable with and above all enjoy it as it is not just about the photo. Brilliant philosophy, look forward to more. If I lived there would definitely join you in Scotland, but have my own plans here in Australia at that time. See you out there. Euge

[@paulmatthews2111]

Happy New Year Simon! So good to start the new year off with an inspiring video. I have to say that your perspective on "patience" lends great insight into your approach and success in woodland (also landscape) photography. Your passion for your photography is an inspiration. Thanks. PS, Meg's new wardrobe is a winner.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Paul :)

[@nashexplorer5000]

Simplicity is beauty! welcome back Simon

[@dennisstansfield4621]

Thanks for your thoughts on your process. Good to see you back. Thanks for all you do.

[@davidbruceod]

Great to see another excellent Simon Baxter vlog! I think your dead on, you have to do what inspires you. I think you will have an audience that can appreciate what you do and how you do it. We all have to find that balance of making a living and doing what we love. Sometimes they are the same thing sometimes they are not. Just know there are a lot of people who love what you do and are cheering you on.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

That's very kind of you, Bruce! Many thanks!

[@ChRiSJeNk0]

Great to see you, {and Meg), back on the tube of you. Happy New year to you.

[@drrnprrtt3737]

My favourite Photography KZbin channel. 👍

[@Outdoor.pixels]

Finally!! So glad you’re back! Can’t wait to see what videos you have planned for this year!

[@sbsphotographer]

A wonderful morning! Thank You!!!

[@fubband]

Happy new year, Simon and Meg-a-dog! Some great potential in those scenes and no need to apologise for your absence, KZbin is heaving with sub standard work, no need for you to join in! I admire your determination in sticking to your quality guns 👍🏻

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Much appreciated, Martin! Happy New Year!

[@neilt]

Welcome back Simon, I was missing your delightful regular videos! It is as a result of discovering your channel that I have taken woodland photography as my own specialist topic. I find it much more satisfying than chasing iconic landscape images along with everyone else, and have the satisfaction that the ones that work are unique to me :-) A Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

That's great to hear, Neil! Many thanks!

[@fototyz]

Excellent vlog, I’m off tomorrow to see what I can capture...... yup it’ll be woodland, sadly no Meg though... such a happy looking dog, always makes me smile ☺️

[@juliaread5449]

Great to see you back and Happy New Year!

[@sarahy5540]

Watching your videos always makes my heart smile. The video images, learning your process and the way you explain it, the music, and, of course, Meg, all come together for a lovely break in my work day. As you explained, it's important that you love what you do and not feel obligated to produce something for your viewers. That being said, wishing you a wonderful 2019 and more videos as time permits! ; )

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks for your kind words of support, Sarah. Always appreciated!

[@oddbjrnaustevikfoto]

Happy new year mate! I find it very interesting and informative to hear you talk about your approach to photography, it seems a wise approach as well. Great to see you back with another upload. Take care and give Meg a pat from me!

[@TonyGouge]

Good to see you here again. And great advice. I've been listening. ;-)

[@tomass7952]

Happy new year Simon. What a joy to see you back with new content!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you, Tomas. Hope you're well!

[@photobrit5660]

Happy New Year buddy, well said, make sure you stay true to you !! Looking forward to seeing more of you and Meg!! 🇬🇧🇨🇦🇬🇧

[@PiotrRadomski]

A did miss your videos Simon! So glad there is a new one! Happy New Year!!!!!

[@allansisson355]

Happy to see I'm not the only one. Currently I'm waiting for and image.The first date is on Jan 14 morning, I'll see if it comes together.

[@andychattaway5620]

Lovely surprise - a Simon & Meg production. I really enjoyed the video guys. I'm hoping that if I keep watching these videos eventually tree and woodland composition will be demystified 🤔🤞

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thanks, Andy! A workshop would speed up the process ;-)

[@ericdoty3067]

Nice to see you back Simon! Keep up the good work!

[@redwoodsquirrel432]

Happy New Year to both you and Meg! Great to see you again, no need for apologies👍😃

[@adambarnes.photography]

Liked this video, Simon. Loved what you did with the first photo of the 2 trees.

[@r.alecbowman1232]

Welcome back Simon. You photography and philosophy has been missed. PS: Thanks for responding to my E mail inquiry awhile ago.

[@scottwestbrook7030]

Glad to see you back! Enjoyable video.

[@TonyHigginsonVlog]

Just back from a great week in Assynt, and really enjoyed putting my feet up and watching this video! Love your production, and some of those camera angles were superb.

[@tonyturner7676]

A great video, Simon. Thoroughly enjoyed your images and listening to your thought processes. Thank you.

[@brabs2754]

Enjoy the content Simon, we have a Labradoodle identical to meg but in AUS you often cant take dogs into State or National parks. I was amazed in the UK Autumn to see so many dogs in pubs, foodmarts, train stations ... everywhere.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

That's a real shame. We have some very dog friendly towns in the UK :)

[@AlexMcDougallPhotography]

Great video Simon. Always enjoy how you tell the story.

[@justinkellyphotography4396]

Beautiful message Simon. I hope to learn from it and progress my passion forward with photography.

[@albeaz9691]

Good video Simon - great to see you back and all the best for 2019 to you. Thanks for sharing more of your thoughts and expectations on achieving images which you value. I like the long game perspective and the acknowledgement that the image is just part of an overall process - learn to love the process and hopefully the rest follows. Looking forward to the next one! Keep well.

[@johncahill1587]

Ah Simon, great to have you back, I started following and then the videos stopped haha, thought it was possibly me. Happy new year to you and yours

[@wojtekgrabowski1]

its good to see you again Simon

[@WilliamLesourd]

Great stuff Simon. Love the photos and the treatment is spot on.

[@johndymond2034]

Love your work, your video's are magic, keep them coming.

[@johngraham55]

Good to see you back after your long absence Simon ,this video just about sums up every other high profile youtuber and eledged professional photographer on here its should be more quality than quantity and that’s exactly how it should be ,there’s absolutely no point in posting vides about your yourself we have big brother for that thanks keep up your good work and show all these other guys how a quality photography video should look

[@HenryTurnerphoto]

Love the ‘left to right, right to left’ description of those silver birch trees, Simon; I must admit I found that really inspiring, how deeply you consider your compositions before hand. Thanks mate 🍻

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

My pleasure. Thank you :)

[@007hofi1]

Very Happy to see you back! Looking forward to see future videos.

[@MrRabbitshop]

I agree with you about the social media part. Sometimes when I shoot a photo I start to think if people online are going to like it or not. And that thought influences my way of photographing and searching for potential compositions/photo's. So I think I will try your method of shooting conceptimages and adding the GPS coördinates to that image so I can return when the conditions are right. No Rush. Thank you for another great video and advice!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, Stef! Much appreciated :)