Sandymouth Devon - Epic lighting then this happened...

In this video entitled, "Sandymouth Devon, Epic lighting then this happened", I scouted out great locations during an incredible sunset. But...
A couple of weeks ago, I toured around Devon in search of great woodland and landscapes to photograph. Having just spent 2 days photographing Wistman's Wood with my great friend Mike Browne, I was advised to photograph Sandymouth by local vlogger / photographer Ian Robertson.
I wasn't disappointed, the place is incredible! Furthermore, the sunset was wonderful too. Surely, all the stars would align for a change, wouldn't they?
Sadly, the light did change but not for the better. I was struck (as always) with the vloggers curse! The Vloggers Curse is when low-lying cloud develops on the horizon preventing the suns rays from creating a great sunrise/sunset. I'm sure this happens to everyone but recently I appear to be having my own fair share!
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[@ianrobertson518]

Aw shucks, you said you would call me out and I really appreciate it. Pity about the light but you took some beautiful images. I too will do a vlog on Sandymouth but I am not so prolific as you. All the very best.

[@MajedTurkistani]

As a geologist, the first thing that caught my eye is the outcrop behind you, where sedimentary layers are amazing! Nice video, I always learn something new! thank you!!!!!

[@christianohlig9597]

For me it’s highly interesting and motivating if you also share experiences, where you don’t succeed perfectly. So we don’t feel so alone with this experience.

[@danielmekis4398]

Agreed, and what an experience it was! Climbing over rocks, having to watch out for the sea, racing the light. A place you could go back to over and over and over, and keep getting different images based on light and tide etc.

[@christianohlig9597]

@@danielmekis4398 I can empathize with that more than I would like. I teared a ligament at Blackchurch Rock three weeks ago and fell into the Atlantik. Can't recommend that. That ended my vacation early. I'm glad I made it back to the car park with a lot of effort and pain. But at least I got some nice pictures. ;)

[@russwillis9287]

Don't be so hard on yourself Gary, the video and the images were fantastic in my opinion. You continue to inspire me to get out and just enjoy being out. Cheers!

[@GaryGough]

Thanks 👍

[@pexeu1966]

it was worth it, if only to see you scampering up that rock Gary, thanks for sharing your adventures ..

[@paulburwood8231]

Hi Gary. Been there myself a few times, and it may well have been with the "local photographer". It is a fabulous location, especially whether the weather and tide are just right. Don't beat yourself up, as I thought the images still had some great atmosphere and the remains of the lovely light.

[@GaryGough]

Very kind as always Paul, cheers 👍👍

[@keithsayles8050]

I thoroughly enjoyed the Video Gary - its your enthusiasm - to have a go at turning any negative into a positive - that's worth everything in my book. The number of times I have gone to a place full of enthusiasm only to find that weather wise things just didn't turn out as expected. To keep ones enthusiasm and remain motivated on such occasions is not always easy. I liked the photos too - what would these photos have been like had the lighting been to plan. The photos would have been brilliant as usual. Thanks for sharing this with us all Gary.

[@GSPhotographics]

Sandymouth Beach is my favourite beach location in the UK. A magnificent location for any photographer. I will back at Sandymouth again in June next year. Hope you have better luck next time your there Gary. Great Video as always 👍

[@dirkkersting1522]

Better luck next time, Mr Gough. Thank you for your honesty! Really looking forward seeing a Gary Gough video of this location. 👍🏼

[@miket1291]

Disappointing images? Hardly. Well done. I appreciate your efforts. It shows how difficult this profession/hobby can be. It takes great patience, determination and artistry to capture great images. While I am not nearly as gifted as you, I am learning a tremendous amount from your channel. Thank you.

[@carlreid4161]

What a location those rocks so many leading lines, you’ll have to go back Gary!

[@GaryGough]

Already looking forward to it 😁

[@ronhyde8758]

Hi Gary, I wish my disappointing photo's were a good as yours🙂

[@lisasimpson9343]

I like the images, just because they are not text book, doesn't mean they dont offer something. Looked like good fun and a great discovery for future shoots.

[@neilbest7696]

A good trip is doing and seeing what you enjoy. It's the experience that counts. Photography is like fishing, you don't catch something every time. I've been fishing for that ultimate photo for over 55 years now, so I know something about the times when the fish weren't biting. hehehe Just keep fishing.

[@paulus0109]

I realy should have taken the photo whilst you where talking. That sky…. , and the tide looked so good…

[@peternickols2687]

That’s just the way it goes sometimes, but thanks for sharing it with us all. What a great location. 👍

[@stevebauer8218]

This series of photos reminds me of eating oysters, sometimes you might get one that’s not great, but the next one may be wonderful. Thanks again for allowing me to tag along on your adventures.

[@andyallard5990]

Oh my God Gary that was a great video I have gone out so many times I think it’s going to be a fantastic sky only to be cursed by the loud cloud it’s not just me and as for your images I actually thought they were fantastic I would be so proud to take an image like that always really enjoyable I love your enthusiasm hope you get your wellies dried out soon all the best Andy thanks for sharing❤

[@jamiemills4460]

Definitely worth another visit. Spectacular spot.

[@marvinspates924]

I like the photos for what they are!!! Next trip will be better! Beautiful location!!!👍👍👍

[@andybusard6694]

Thanks for sharing the reality of your day out. I find the best sunsets near me are whenever I don't have my camera with me.

[@antonoat]

Respect for your honesty Gary, thankfully your films are always an education even for seasoned photographers! Cheers.

[@colincoleman1907]

What a great video. The location looks spectacular. Thanks for sharing your "disappointing images. Disappointing because of the expectations and anticipation of what might have been. But what memories they will provide until you are able to return and create new memories.

[@rovibarn]

I love your videos Gary .I’ve learnt a lot.. Vic .. Australia

[@GaryGough]

Thanks 👍

[@hertwend]

What disappointing images? No way especially the last 3rd image is golden ✨️

[@originafreerangechicken]

Below par? I think not. Enjoyed the vlog and the pics. Thank you for sharing.

[@DigitalRealPhoto]

I gave a thumbs and here's another two 👍👍Great video! Thanks for doing all that work and effort to bring us along.

[@alannorthdevonuk763]

Great video, and nice pictures, especially the last one of the single rock.

[@chrisbull6244]

What a brilliant adventure, thank you for sharing.

[@vzshadow1]

A classic locality with poor light, or extreme wind or heavy rain. I never dreamed that could happen. We all make the best of it. A place to visit again. Well done in the less than perfect conditions.

[@cathoutdoors523]

What a amazing place Gary. Never been there. Thanks for sharing. 😊👍📸

[@leonardopensador]

I loved this photos.

[@nicodottaphoto]

The last image was awesome! Thanks for share your moments.

[@PhotoDude801]

THanks for sharing, Gary! Still loved the video.

[@johnpunnett1426]

Excellent Gary - epic vlog & I would have been well haps with those images.....👍

[@timrosenburgh9485]

Hi Gary, Enjoyed the video as usual. Don't beat yourself up about the image's. I thought they were ok. Look forward to seeing your next video.

[@leadslingerjt]

Great vlog Gary, Ive been there a few times and the rock formations are fantastic tide in or out. Well worth the trip down, another place well worth a visit is Trebarwith Strand great for Long exposures. If you have not been there give it ago. all the best John Turner

[@paulgreen758]

brillant Garry particularly like the last image

[@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67]

Will be interesting to see what you come up with when you return on another day, Thanks for sharing and thanks for shouting out to another photographer who is less known, Will check him out for sure.

[@stevengroom6484]

Gary, I loved this. It highlights the graft that goes into the work you and many of your colleagues do. You are living my dream. The pleasure of getting out there. Shutting the chaos out for a few hours is what it is truly about. Then add the reward of a beautiful photograph is the icing on the cake. Then sometimes we even get a cherry on top. Love your vlogs and look forward to them every week. I find them very relaxing and inspiring. 👍🏻 always from me 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@karlw4647]

Shame about losing the sky, looked like there was a lot of compositions to be had there. Images were nothing to be disappointed about.

[@Bug66]

Nothing disappointing here my friend, absolutely nothing... breath the Devon air me ansom, it’s life.. 😊

[@robgardner6399]

Your openness and honesty are just some of the characteristics that set you apart from some other vloggers. Another example that not everything goes top plan, I can only begin to imagine your frustration.

[@Cue1477]

You can't win them all gary, but still a pleasure to watch, thank you for sharing.

[@williamcahill617]

Beautiful views

[@MrTwogiantscoops]

It’s a fantastic beach and you were given excellent advice to go there and what to expect at high tide and a larger sea swell. It was very interesting how you approached your photography in an unfamiliar location in such a short time. You searched fast for potential compositions and was very positive about future visits. I was surprised you didn’t want to put your tripod legs into the sand? It would give you so many more shooting opportunities. I found it’s quite a dangerous beach when the waves are big because the rogue waves are bigger too so you could find yourself up to your thighs especially if you’re prepared to wait for your long exposure to finish. I would definitely recommend an outgoing tide photographing a the sunsets an hour or two after high tide especially if you’re after water movement. The sloping pebbles roar at high tide with the backwash of the wave which is quite daunting. I first went there for the amazing shaped pools in the sand at mid to low tide then soon learnt it’s potential when the tide was in too. You did so well capturing the 3 images. My next visit will be this winter and I’m going to wear chest waders. It takes so long for the inside of wellies to dry. I’ll look forward to your next visit and future vlogs Gary. I was inspired by your boat wrecks video. 👍🏼😎

[@julieboyle170]

They might be disappointing to you but I would be happy with your throw a ways. Thanks for sharing the 'not so good' images as well as your stunners.

[@juergenriss]

photographers paradise. I have loved your videos for years, they refresh me. Thank you for that. Just like the videos with Mike Browne, who I also really like. You two are about photography, not technology. We all have cameras that can do anything. What we, or I, don't have are these great motivs. You live in a very photogenic country. I live in a hollow of nothing. In the middle of Germany, where there are hardly any motivs. Of course I find motivs in old industrial plants or on a meadow with a fence. But that is not to be compared. Please go ahead and make my day better.

[@lensman5762]

I think they were pretty good, spectacular in fact.

[@jerryrichards8172]

I thought that would've made a wonderful gold beach/cloud when you was filming. The colden water and golden cloud and wet shinny sand and rocks.

[@andyholdsworthmusicphotogr162]

loved the images Gary....

[@richardanstisphotography]

No need to explain Gary, we’ve all felt the pain, vloggers or not. I still enjoyed the video and the pics are great. Cheers.

[@TheSynthnut]

It's all about expectations. The one thing we don't control is the weather and it's all too easy for viewers to get the idea that "sun always shines on TV" as the song goes. Thanks for the candid edition today, we all have times when that expectation doesn't match up with reality! As for disappointing images, hardly what you'd call bad shots Gary, you do yourself a disservice, just not what you had in mind. That's the hard bit, but also what makes those really magic occasions all the more appreciated.

[@clarkbarrow6750]

Your honesty certainly got a thumbs up, as always, and your images are absolutely stunning. I love the storyline and how you take us along on your journey to capture images. Well done!

[@kev4393]

Loved this video, it shows to me that sometimes it might not give you that exceptional shot, but once you are out shotings you are learning. Thank you Gary.

[@Ruscombephotos]

Hi Gary, you should definitely be commended for showing shoots that haven’t worked. That said, I think the last image with the single rock/sea stack on the right third is a goody and a lot better than you are giving it credit for. It’s worth a print. I think you might be pleasantly surprised if you print it.

[@CostaMesaPhotography]

I appreciate the honest video. In terms of honesty, there's another photography I follow who includes the as-shot raw capture along with his finished edit, which is both instructive, and as I say, honest. I agree that the sun disappearing behind the thick clouds on the horizon handicapped your ability to get the sort of images you wanted, but lets face it, you had two other challenges you faced--first, it was a new area for you and you wouldn't have needed time so scope out the composition(s) that you wanted, and second, it appears as if you got there too late to give yourself adequate time to explore. In other words, your shoot resembled what many of us non-full-time-landscape-photographers do on a regular basis. But you made the most of it, and did come away with a couple of nice photos. Can't get bangers every time you go out!!

[@GaryGough]

Yep, late to the party every time 😁😁

[@pathogan4854]

Cant get more honest than that video.! Every1 to their own but id be happy with the shots ! At least you have the location earmarked and hopefully the clouds will be on holiday next time your down there !!

[@chriskearney4058]

Really good Gary. Recommend you have a pair of chest waders in the van.

[@alexelley6283]

Your video shows the amount of work you have to do to produce your vlogs. It is also good to see that even professionals have problems getting a good photograph. Really enjoyed it, and thank you for sharing...

[@hypnoraythompson5824]

Good honest content as always. I use 3 old CD's on wet sand and it seems to help.

[@darrenleigh201]

Looks like a great place to revisit time and time again. I liked your drone shots of the beach/rocks/wave textures. Thanks for sharing!

[@harleycleanslate]

I like to fish. I have my kayak all tricked out with lights, a drive system and gps/sonar. There are many days when the fishing is good, and the catching is not. I'm okay with it, I had some exercise, I was on the water, I had fresh air in a beautiful spot. It's good for my brain my heart and my lungs and I'll take it! No 'keeper' pictures? So what, celebrate the fact that you were there and made time to smell the roses.

[@randyficken1892]

yes, disappointing but only in a way. you didn't get what you were looking or hoping for, and that is disappointing, yet still, you did pick up some great shots. things don't always work out the way we want them to and for you to show that it happens to you as well as others, that's a teachable moment. thanks for opening this location to those of us who don't live in your part of the world and something to look forward next time you go there. great video...

[@johnastbury4116]

Don’t do yourself down Gary. I thought the images you showed were pretty good maybe not prize winners but still good. Fantastic location.

[@keefr22]

I know as a pro Gary that you find those images disappointing, but if I'd taken them I'd be chuffed to bits...!! 🙂

[@valerievaleriem1769]

It is great to see you in my area of the country. Devon and Cornwall has some spectacular photo opportunities but an awful lot of photographers overlook this part of the country as , as you said in your video, it takes a long time to get anywhere as the roads, in lots of instances, are just country lanes, and it is a very long way from the Lake District or Scotland, where most people head. The rogue waves are called "sneakers" and the Cornish beaches are renowned for them. I have very often come away from a beach with wellies full of sea water and extremely wet trousers!! Considering you were rushing around, I think the images didn't turn out too badly .

[@mikefellows3901]

Excellent content as always Gary ! Final image is stunning , love it, and what an amazing place, definitely on the list of places to visit. Thanks again mate for great video. They are always educational and always enjoyable ! Many Thanks !

[@matthewdurfee55]

Thanks for showing this, we all have days like this😂

[@LeeMansfield]

Great video Gary - the end photos were great and nothing to be disappointed about, your efforts to produce these videos sums up the hard work you put in for every one to see and learn. Every day is a different day - well done.

[@randybelaire8439]

Another great video, Gary. Thank you for sharing your moments of great hits and minor misses. It reminds us all that photography is a science and of right moments at the right time opportunities.

[@rosssayer6524]

The lone rock was my pic anyway, really enjoyed the video, it's good when you can have a laugh at someone else's misfortune. Just love the way you were running around looking for different compositions and then the rouge wave filled the wellies LOL Thanks Gary for sharing this with us, we have all experienced this situation. Look forward to yiu returning one day band getting that epic image. I'm still having a chuckle to myself.

[@stephenthompson1998]

Not what you wanted but I would have been proud of those images

[@DavidTpitCabrera]

You missed the light but you wont miss us

[@viv-i-vangoesforth]

disappointing images??? I wish I could be as disappointed in my photography, Gary. Those images were gorgeous! I'd have yelled in happiness to capture those. Bessy regs-Kenny

[@GaryGough]

They would have looked a lot better off if I took them 30 minutes earlier 😞😞

[@barrymiller526]

Thanks for sharing this experience. It's wat happens to us photographers and awful lot of the time when we go out with a plan that doesn't quite come off and it's nice to see some honest shots instead of every one being near perfect. By the way I quite liked the first of the three you put up. OK there was little sunset colour but it was quite a dramatic shot.

[@andymcgarty3099]

Is it in Cornwall and not Devon, although very close? What a real shame you didn't get the shots, but you have an excuse to come back? Place looked great in the video.

[@AmorLucisPhotography]

"Have you heard that it was good to gain the day? I also say it is good to fall, battles are lost in the same spirit in which they are won." - Walt Whitman.

[@peteg330]

You know what, I really like the images. Would have been lovely to get the sunset however, looking at the pics my focus turns to the rocks and sea and not the big bright sunset. These images really work for me.

[@jlm3124]

At least I am not the only person this happens to. I was at the beach taking sunset photos when two divers suddenly emerged from the water. Amazing photos, except my film was black and white not the colour I thought I had. Then I was so exited about the divers that the speed I set was wrong, and I blurred the pictures.

[@seoirse68]

Aw Gary.....that light!

[@FredericBonneauPhotography]

That’s why you start first taking pictures then you vlog; not the other way around!

[@jimcooke5590]

Unlucky Gary what a shame the light didn't play ball otherwise those images would have been stunning

[@nickyfoulkes8476]

See what you have been missing in beautiful Devon & Cornwall. I am full of local knowledge. Maybe next time all it will all come together.

[@danielmekis4398]

I actually really liked the photos. Especially 3. I was wondering what it would look like if you blended the horizon a bit or just softened it. I feel like if the sunset did play ball, it would be just a bit over the top. These have a nice real feeling to them, just pulled back ever so slightly. Like when you slide the clarity slider to 40, and then back to 12. 🙂

[@mcroman-superfeat]

Who Say's LIFE is Fare and without Failure... "" Fall SEVEN times - GET UP EIGHT " ;)

[@mwest3001]

you got 364 more sunset to watch 🙂

[@henrywilliam8506]

For God’s sake Gary, how long have you been doing landscape photography? The first rule for a landscape photographer is to call The Bureau of Meteorology and book good weather! Great vlog, it's nice to know you have the same problems with weather and light as I do. 🤔 It's also nice to see you don't resort to A.I. In Photoshop.

[@Rick--A-F]

Sometimes a trip can turn out pretty good after the initial disappointment of arriving at the destination and not having the desired conditions because it brings out plan b. There usually isn't a plan b so I have to look for one which can be enjoyable and make you look for shots you wouldn't have found previously. There's also the added bonus of knowing the challenge you've set yourself still exist for another day.

[@josebainakielorriagaarriet2066]

You watch photos from BARRIKA (basque country/spain) ,and stund your eyes .......

[@randybottphotography]

Whenever I go to the beach for photography I put the 3 inch spikes on my tripod. That way I can stick the legs deep in the sand and not worry about movement when the waves come in. Do you use the 3 inch spikes at all?

[@gh8839]

Sandymouth is in Cornwall.

[@grayburden3524]

"isn't it great when photographer share local knowledge'. "certain times of the year this area gets really good, I won't tell you when" ! Great video as ever Gary but isn't that a bit of a contradiction?

[@Philhellene1]

I suspect you will have come and gone by now. If you ever end up in West Cornwall I would happily treat you to a pint and a pasty!

[@philgaden7393]

nothing wrong with those images..

[@gavTFSi]

Only just found this video, is this Sandymouth nr Bude, Cornwall?

[@DaveKingMusic]

Seems like you could have brought up the shadows on the rocks to make them more interesting?

[@scottcjohnson59]

Double G, when life gives you lemons get some salt and tequila! lol

[@TheEmp1]

It’s great when photographers communicate with each other but I won’t tell you what he said?

[@andrewcroft2570]

Well, they might be disappointing images to you, but I'd be happy as Larry if they were mine.

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Andrew 👍👍