Understanding your Photography

[@patricialeonard9622]

What a beautiful memory your proposal makes!

[@tysonator5433]

Thought provoking video on emotions and stories behind the photos. Inspiration in a way !

[@justinkellyphotography4396]

I'm new to photography and still trying to find my path. I've often felt uninspired by my local area as it's a desert. Lately I've found myself shooting the landscape almost like a portrait, with a bush or tree isolated against the background. This has truly reflected my mood looking back on it now. Understanding that and noticing that I've begun to develop my own style has been a turning point. Thank you for this video and for sharing your stories. Deeply inspirational and I look forward to more.

[@anthonysalas9167]

You are exactly right Simon. Are photographs are what we feel or what we are going through. Keep up the great work, love your photos and channel.

[@jonewell6792]

Congratulations Mate.

[@JoeMustang99]

Well done, Simon. Very well done.

[@ashleykennedy3300]

Hi Simon, I’m a bit late to the party and only watching these videos now but I just wanted to say that you along with Thomas Heaton and Sean Tucker are the ones who inspire me the most, because I look at your images and they are just perfect and exactly the kind of thing I love in photography. You always manage to touch my heart somehow, well done mate and keep up the great work 👍

[@ryanstark2350]

That Glen Coe shot is spectacular.

[@colinfreear4749]

Stunning Simon.What a great understanding of our woodlands you have. Keep the video's coming.

[@pamelaproffitt8484]

Beautiful shots, beautiful thoughts

[@fubband]

Lovely video, Simon. Great hearing your thoughts on all those wonderful images...but you made me cry at the beginning!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Awww, I hope I didn't! Chuffed you enjoyed it, Martin :)

[@wendybee9160]

I agree with you. It depends on what mood you are in as to what you shoot that day. I get inspirited by your work. so keep up the great job.

[@perjensen6396]

I enjoy watching and hearing your videos, it gives something to think about and then it is some fantastic pictures you take.

[@philipgraham3350]

Hi Simon, been following you for a while and was moved to comment on this video. The ability you have to articulate the feelings and artistic process behind your images is a rare skill, and perfectly compliments your work. You have inspired me to consider my own photography turning points, something I haven’t really thought about up to now. I think we all have images we personally like, or even ones that have done well in competitions or whatever, but to reflect on the ones that have shaped our own personal photography journey seems like something well worth doing.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much for your kind comment, Philip! I'm delighted that you found some inspiration from the video :)

[@tadeusz11000]

Inspiring Simon and confirms how powerful and personal an image can be.

[@niema]

beautiful shots, Simon!

[@thomasbowan7864]

I love that you found the most important thing that most photographers never will. The quest of shooting a marriage of your heart and what you want to see in your camera. Everyday is a new feeling and a moment to tell a new story with your camera. Love it

[@davidbruceod]

Simon, your work is so inspiring on many levels. I just love the feeling of your moody woodland images. There is a melancholy element to them, but that is often the feeling you get while exploring isolated woodlands. There is a sense of isolation, vulnerability, fascination by the complexity of the woodland and it's beauty mixed with the fear of the unknown. And then you find a subject that owns you, you get so transfixed by it that all the other emotions get pushed aside while work to bring forth the image. Thank you for allowing us to tag along.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

That's very kind of you, Bruce! Thank you very much for watching and enjoying!

[@dennisstansfield4621]

Awesome, thanks for sharing

[@PointBlankZA]

Thank you, Simon. having spent the last 2 weekends deep in the forests here by my place, and only walking away with a handful of mediocre shots, but identifying some great potential but still feeling really despondent, I feel more inspired now. It really is a case of pushing on, getting up early, walking, and learning, and coming back to get the right shot... I will be back on the trails this weekend!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks! Yes, it's hard work and woodland/forests is one of the most challenging genres but there's great rewards to be had :)

[@mickcarr5031]

thanks Simon, inspiring. I do love your photo's and the mood they give. atb.

[@analog_presencing]

Thanks Simon for sharing your journey it remembered me about a turning point in my life 6 years ago. Whenever I need to make important decisions I used to wander into nature opening my senses, smelling, hearing, observing my surroundings. It was on one of this hikes, where I was at a crossroads in my life, after spending several hours in the woods that I came to open place in the woods where they had cut down all the pines. My first feeling was sorrow about the loss of the trees when I noticed that they left one birch tree catching the light which must have been hidden by the pines before. When I allowed the scene to sink in the sorrow transformed in something beautiful with the realization that in order to allow this small birch to grow and bloom it was needed to bring it into the light by cutting down the pines. I felt that it was also the affirmation that I needed to make the right decision by letting go of my fears and old convictions in order to allow myself to grow and bloom. I now believe that it also planted the seed for my fascination with trees. Two years ago I started photographing during my hikes and find myself in the process from mastering the techniques into developing my connection with nature and capturing it into an image that will speak to me as it did that day and hopefully by sharing it also will speak to others.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks for sharing your story, Aad! All the very best to you!

[@gazkelley]

Thoroughly enjoyed that Simon. I must confess I'm no where near the standard of photography that you are but I do enjoy it. It gives me a good cause to be outdoors and something to focus on. I've noticed that my images have been "coloured" by my mental state at a given time. In recent years I've struggled with mental health and it's not something I want to bore anyone with, but I've noticed from my images that it's easy to see when I've been having "good" and "bad" days. It's quite interesting to reflect on. Similar to yourself, having a back injury that I still carry. My own doing from competing strongman, I herniated two lumbar discs and most of the time it's ok, but occasionally it gets the better of me. But walking, hiking and being out with my camera always seems to improve my mood and physical feeling. And generally, through mobility I imagine, my back pain seems to lessen the day after having been out. Thanks for the great videos you always do Simon. Keep up the great work bud. If you're interested and get a minute check out @garethkelley.photo on Instagram. I've been fortunate recently to have some incredible woodland photography conditions. Not sure I've really made the best of them through inexperience perhaps. But still, thoroughly enjoyed it 🙂

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks for sharing some of your story and thoughts, Gareth. The kind feedback is also much appreciated :-)

[@hektora.5237]

Thank you very inspiring! Beautiful photos!

[@scotty4418]

Photography has become my release from the pressure of my job and the opportunity to be own my own for a bit when you deal with people every single day. It also has made me realise the beauty that surrounds us when you stop to look and thats what I equally enjoy and more often the experience of being out there is what I come home with rather than an image, but Ive learned to accept that and just be glad of the opportunity to get out there. Was nice to hear more about your journey Simon and been a pleasure to watch your vlogs and see your wonderful images

[@wcwendychapman]

Excellent - I think that if photography is a passion it is as therapeutic as any medicine. There is nothing quite like being mesmerised by the world around you no matter what form of photography you enjoy. Very enjoyable video.

[@searam1]

Cheers, Simon! I just realised that I have been a subscriber of yours from the beginning and since then, I have discovered a handful of awesome photographers from the UK that I love. But, you are my favourite and I wanted to tell you that. Every time I look at my print of Guardians of the Forest, I have to smile! You have given me a sense of the magick that is Britain even though I live in Atlanta! I love your moody compositions and look forward to discovering the next, and the next... Thank you, my friend, and also know there is another "spinal sufferer" on the other side of the pond that gets to live life through your lens. Sean

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

That's very kind of you and much appreciated, Sean :-)

[@MrMarkftw]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, I'm always looking for a story in my photos.

[@efisioluigidessi4588]

Very inspiring... congrats for your great work...

[@lindefraser9148]

So many congratulations to you two and Meg! Thanks for sharing such a special moment. I love this image, all of them really. And yes I agree, if we care, the landscape dictates the photo. You were inspired but inspire so many of us. With regard to the Guardians of the Forest discussion - the group went right, you went left. You took the road less travelled then and that has made all the difference.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Hi Linde. Your supporting comments are always much appreciated. Many thanks!

[@dietervoegelin5890]

A great video with wonderful thoughts and pictures. And, of course, a very nice story at the beginning of this video. Thanks Simon

[@demetriosjoannou]

Loved this video. Thank you.

[@seantuck]

Great video mate. Lovely to hear these stories.

[@deankorbin5640]

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[@finnleydeacon5683]

@Dean Korbin instablaster :)

[@deankorbin5640]

@Finnley Deacon i really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and I'm trying it out atm. Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.

[@deankorbin5640]

@Finnley Deacon It did the trick and I now got access to my account again. I'm so happy:D Thanks so much, you saved my account!

[@finnleydeacon5683]

@Dean Korbin you are welcome xD

[@WilliamLesourd]

Your photo treatment has always been subdued to retain the true atmosphere of the scenery and this is one of the reasons I truly enjoy your channel. One of the other reason is how much Meg is enjoying each one of your hikes.

[@MarkRomine]

First congrats on the engagement!!! What a wonderful backdrop, I'm sure the two of you will never forget that moment and that place. Your woodland images are so sublime, you are truly a master at one of the most difficult genre's of landscape photography. Enjoyed seeing all of these and hearing the stories behind them!

[@miltonrivera2666]

Marvelous images.

[@CarolinaHawkeye]

Loved the video. My turning point in photography was after my divorce, I had started hiking more and just taking photos along the way. After a while, I found myself more into the photography than the hikes. I am still improving my photography daily. It's something that for me is therapeutic and yet when I get too busy with work and such I crave it more.

[@thomasphillips5850]

I could not agree more, photography is therapeutic. Good luck to you.

[@tweex89]

Very inspiring Simon, don't ever stop :)

[@richardlock6705]

First Simon thank you for a great video. I am incredibly impressed with the way you delivered the entire thing in one take. You speak with total passion and I find you incredibly inspiring. I have lived in the New Forest for 25 years and really struggled to get a passion for my photography in the Forest. My love is coastal and underwater photography..until now! Watching and listening to you has suddenly changed something in me, and I feel totally motivated to make the most of my privileged position of living in the heart of the National Park. If you ever fancy a shoot in the New Forest please shout. Thank you again

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks for your kind words and offer for a shoot in the New Forest. Much appreciated :)

[@mattthomas1547]

Congratulations Simon

[@annthomstad635]

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts! I find your videos really inspiring.

[@dannynash5713]

You are very gifted in articulating the meaning in not only how you view the philosophical side of your photography but also in how and why you craft your images the way you do. The images here are, if I may, “exemplary!” Wonderful video Simon! ✊

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

That's very kind of you to say, Danny. Many thanks :)

[@redwoodsquirrel432]

Nice video Simon, love your content and congratulations on your engagement, lovely pics😊

[@scrumpyhead2000]

One thing I am absolutely sure about you Simon is that your photography comes from the heart. Regards from Somerset.

[@RockLakeMama]

Okay, first I have to say … how bloody cute is Meg! The way she looks at you at the beginning of this video is just priceless! She is a lovely soul. I thoroughly enjoyed this blog, SImon. Your photos are just stunning, and it was interesting (and instructional) to learn the stories and thinking behind some of your compositions. Looking forward to your next video. Wishing all of you a wonderful week!

[@stevemozzie6497]

My turning point was retirement and a comment made by another photographer. He thought that my images weren't up to much, that's true … they weren't. I was determined to take a "slow" path to improving the technical side of my photography and enjoy both the ups and downs that would come my way. I love taking photographs, exploring the creative side of my personality. There are millions of photographers who are better than I am, have access to amazing locations. I don't care. My journey, my images, my learning. Love it. Your woodland work is inspirational. Thanks Simon.

[@Leffe49]

Great video Simon. Loved the whole contents of it and those stunning photos you showed. I Hope you soon are back in the Woodland again, with your Camera and Meg.

[@jeff_freestone]

Great video. I was really excited when I saw the title of this as I too like reflecting on my photography- where it’s going, staying true to myself and I’m still trying to find my style and also how I process images. I feel I’m not there yet but I’m also not in a rush. I want it to happen naturally without being forced. I feel if I rush it there’s less chance that I will develop my own style and just end up copying someone else’s. it’s amazing to see where you have come from and your almost only recent journey into photography however you have managed to produce a handful of award winning images. Just an amazing story and one you should be very proud of.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Jeff! Your kind support is much appreciated :)

[@hachewie]

Thank you for your insights. Inspirational video.

[@Hirsutechin]

Videos like this keep me watching your channel and others like it - discussing images and what lies behind them. (and not a bit of gear discussion anywhere, hurray!)

[@leslielanderkin8301]

Those of us who also love the woodlands understand completely your love and fondness for a particular tree or scene. Leslie

[@guywright7388]

One of your best. Every insightful.

[@CR416]

Sitting in the car having a coffee after a very cold and snowy day photographing Loch Ard. I really enjoyed the video and can completely relate to your images, the mood created by the light and mist is what I have been trying to capture for a while. First class, thank you.

[@MrLiverpool84]

I love how you talk so much about the emotional side of photography, rather than just the technical element. Fantastic.

[@davidprendergast5389]

I love your work Simon. A key turning point for me in my landscape photography was walking down an old muddy track early one morning on my way to an old ruin of a manor house in Ireland. It was misty but the sun had risen and I thought the best light had passed. Half way down the track the fog thickened and the low winter sun went behind the ridge behind me. I turned around and was stunned by the sudden beams of light piercing the mist and creating all sorts of interesting shadows and contrasts. It took me right back to the early mornings of my childhood working on a farm near Pendle Hill in Lancashire, when I would walk up muddy tracks amidst such natural glory on my way to collect the cows for milking. Only now I had the skills and equipment to capture the moment. Probably one of the finest mornings in my photographic journey to date.

[@AlbertoAcero]

Great video, thanks for sharing your feelings and knowledge.

[@iemboyshostel]

Another great video Simon... thanks for sharing your thoughts and your journey with us... great learning for me personally by watching your videos day after day

[@marksmith-nb8bh]

Insightful, inspiring and a top, top video Simon - thankyou...

[@pbiversen3762]

congratz

[@trailbound69]

Very inspiring. Thank you so much for this video.

[@Bazzo61]

Thank you Simon for being so open and honest about your emotions. I've watched every one of your videos since the beginning and it's clear how your relationship at a personal level with photography has evolved and how it's mirrored your own changing feelings. All your photographs, but especially the ones in this video, are not just beautiful but really capture the atmosphere of the location and moment.

[@howardallen5390]

It's always inspiring to hear you talk about your images and how photography is so important to you and so intertwined with your life. Great way to propose: I proposed while we were out walking as well, I had to clear up some dog mess and thought while I'm down here I may as well propose.

[@derekwillson2538]

Fabulous video Simon, I get what you mean, I have come to the realisation that certain areas are much more inspirational to me than others and that I must make more time to get to those places , cheers Del

[@jamesattenborough2597]

Another great video. Keep 'em coming

[@lefthandedphotographer]

A truly heartwarming account of you journey into photography, its touched my inner soul, so much you speak of has brought a tear to my eyes, I too had serious back issues, having to retire early from a job I loved, my mental health plumated to an all time low, moving forward over many years to recovery I spend hours in my local forests, its my default if you like to seek peace and get away from my past, my confidence and serious self doubt takes it toll, I've won a few competitions, last year I was awarded Dumfries and Galloway visual artist of the year, so maybe I'm good at this, maybe, but whatever you feel a camera and a few hours in the forest makes for a better place, your a true inspiration, best wishes from South Scotland

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Hi Duncan. Thank you very much for your very kind response. I'm sorry to read that you've also had back troubles but it's great that you also enjoy the forest for therapy. Congrats on your award too!

[@gerrybhoy9259]

Beautiful location. Beautiful story. Beautiful moment. Beautiful image. Beautiful vlog.

[@lightonthelandscape]

Lovely introspection Simon. Superb images with articulate dialogue. Nicely done.

[@mike76rob]

Awesome video Simon. I find I often relate to your videos and understand them, as well as finding the images you take amazing. From this video especially it has made me think a little more as to my own photography, I am amateur at best but I enjoy taking images and feel a need to get out there and capture better images to improve, better light, better composition etc. I love both landscape and woodland but like yourself I find more intimacy in woodland, gnarly, twisted or broken trees have always resonated with me even when I am just hiking I'll veer off path to see them and walk around them. I am at this minute living where I work (to save up funds for another big adventure) but I am a van lifer and long distance hiker at heart. Sine taking on van life I have discovered I am not the extrovert I thought I was but a bit of both, introvert and extrovert with perplexed me until I started, like yourself, looking at the images I was taking. Most are lonely barren places, beautiful but without people or myself, singular trees in a full forest. I understand your photography and I think that's why I enjoy the videos so much. Megs pretty cool as well :-D

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind comment, Mike! Very much appreciated :)

[@pgcknaphill1892]

Absolutely stunning.... you have the eye.

[@paulus0109]

Not just another glencoe photo! Great photo’s Simon. Thnx

[@paulcomptonpdphotography]

You are one of my top 5 photographers mate. Your work blows my mind. Amazing to watch you and see your work

[@paulcomptonpdphotography]

I have a massive issue with my own self confidence and always wanting to do better. I have never looked at any of my photos and had the same feeling I do when I see the likes of your work. I have thought many times about giving up. But I love the camera so I keep on snapping. I also got in LPotY but you beet me haha and rightly so. Look forward to your next video.

[@kevwarrilow45]

Hi Simon - what a great insight into your journey. I totally get where you're coming from. As an aside - I've just come back from a few days in Glen Coe - the weather was pretty awful to be fair but it was a great recce trip for future visits - My long standing goal was to capture the iconic Buachaille Etive and waterfall shot - sadly the weather was against us but I did manage to capture a few shots that I'm quite pleased with and will be heading back at some point to do more exploration. I think you are an inspiration my friend - keep up the great work - Kev

[@chrischrist6029]

Lovely Images and what a stunning area to be shooting in, an ideal place to propose Marraige to the one you love........... the start of video with Meg and you at the desk were Magic..............Keep up the great work = Respect

[@bowemarch8239]

Truly some of the best landscape photos I have seen. Right, I’m off to my local wood.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much :-)

[@bereantrb]

I agree that it's important to reflect seriously on these things. Well done.

[@adagioseven]

This is the first of your videos that I've seen. As a person with ADD, there aren't many videos over 2 minutes that keep my attention. This one certainly did and it was because I related to it on numerous levels. I am a farrier by trade and photography is my hobby. It's also my escape. I do my best work when I'm alone and isolated from people, business, noise, etc. Thanks for creating this video. I'm glad to know that there are like minds out there. You have a gift.

[@croquetj]

Your channel stands out in a crowded field, because the quality has been first rate from the first episode, your work is local and personal, you keep gear talk to a minimum, and you’re willing to discuss images beyond the basics of composition and technique. (And, of course, because of Meg the wonder dog.) This topic, turning points, is simple and yet an insightful way to think about photography. Well done, yet again.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

That's very kind of you, Jeff. Many thanks :-)

[@divinerdetective44]

I see atmospheric images such as the ones you're talking about as magical more than somber or depressing. They're just another facet of how Nature shows herself. I feel transported by these types of images.

[@ianspicer1529]

Simon, singularly the most inspirational video I've watched on YT to date. Thank you for sharing your innermost thoughts and some engaging stories. All best.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Much appreciated, Ian! Thank you :)

[@markkujuhaniheikkine]

Good to share that kind of stories, that deeply inspired to me, thanks!

[@marcusgodlund]

This is the reason i started follow your channel to be honest, there is thoughts and a story/feeling behind each frame you shoot. Great work and keep it coming!

[@tommimakinen1128]

A great video! I am really inspired with your photos, and the stories behind them! I really love the moodiness of your woodlands. I myself have actually two turning points in my photography. One was when I picked up my old dslr again after many years of it collecting dust, and decided to take these walks around my local area with the camera, just to get myself out of the house, as I was in middle of a long period of depression. I particularly remember one of the early walks, when I had this picture in mind with one silver birch and the mist on the lake near me. It was really hard to get myself up and out of the house before sunrise (in a middle of Finnish summer, when there's a sort of sunrise around 0400 in the morning) to catch the one shot I had in mind. I did get the shot, and pleased with myself I was going to just turn back and go look at the capture on a big screen. But funnily enough, I decided against it, to walk around the lake and just see if there's something else to capture. Few hours later, I captured a shot that I still consider possibly my best image -at least it means most to me. As it reminds me that there is always, always something more to be found, when you keep on going, and the best stuff is often found when you just keep your eyes open. My second turning point was my first trip to Scotland in 2017, and funnily enough, not for the locations, but because the photos from that trip were the first ones that I actually learned to utilize lightroom properly. That did change the way I think my photos on location, as I realize that some things are found in the post-processing. And of course, finding different (mainly landscape) photographers at youtube has had a major impact on my photography, and you keep inspiring me to grab my gear and get out, instead of getting them covered by the dust again! So a major thank you for that, Simon! And oh, the shot in the first story can be found here: flic.kr/p/PAF6qx (I did not actually ever post that shot that I was going to shoot that morning.)

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much for your kind words and sharing your story, Tommi! It's been great to slowly read through all the wonderful comments :)

[@1741951]

Great Video Simon Loved It

[@TheycallmeWade]

You are hands down my favourite woodland photographer I love the melancholy side of nature it seems so bleak but so beautiful at the same time. My turning point was an image from 14 years ago a sunrise shot from a local headland looking over the rocks into a cumulonimbus cloud with light rays bursting through, I was so happy I had it turned into a large canvas and gave it to my wife as a gift it still hangs in our home, technically its terrible blown highlights black shadows but I’ll never replace the feeling it gave me, when I saw it on canvas I thought wow how beautiful is nature and quite proud.

[@tonygaskins565]

I started following your channel a few months ago. Your story resonates with me. I was keen walker and loved my time in the mountains but several years ago I developed a spinal condition and arthritis. Hill walking and climbing are no longer an option. This made me angry and frustrated and I didn't want to pick up a camera. I started to make images again based around my local area and I've now begun to venture back out into the landscape. The development of CSC has helped tremendously because the cameras and lenses are lighter. I live near the coast and used to enjoy walks by the sea with my dad as a child. Now I've come to terms with my condition my images are quite serene and relaxed, whereas they used to be quite somber. I certainly lacked confidence but now I'm able to push myself more, ok legs giving way without warning putting me and others in danger means fells and mountains aren't a good idea but getting out more has helped. Your work has inspired me to venture into my local woods and try to work with complex and chaotic compositions that are well outside my comfort zone of simple images with just a few elements. I'm really enjoying your channel, not only for the images but for your honest communication. Thanks Tony

[@russellschundler6559]

I completely agree ... first, decide what you want to communicate, then use rules/techniques of composition as needed to help get a clear feeling/message across. That is also so important for post-processing. Start with what you want to achieve and why ... then proceed with using your expansive toolkits (e.g. Lightroom/Photoshop).

[@ThyWorshipMetal]

I’ve started looking around the local patches of woodland after watching your videos, everything about your images inspire me!

[@TLM823]

Very encouraging words, Simon! I must confess I struggle with getting myself "out there" despite the fact that when I finally do I absolutely love it. What a dichotomy of willingness and will, but your video renews the interest and that's a very good thing. So thank you... and of course, your images are beautiful indeed.

[@stevew7719]

Thank you, Simon. I needed to hear this. What I have taken from this is that you shoot what inspires you and what you feel you have connection with. I have been wrestling with this concept as I find myself trying to please others with what I think they like. You have shown how personal inspiration is a much more authentic driver of quality and progress. Thanks again, and congratulations.

[@michaelcarrithers6811]

Thank you so much for that, Simon. Your videos are getting better and better, with no end in sight, and the metaphor of a journey seems just right. Maybe when you feel it's ripe, you could give us a video about, well, your videos? But thanks, whatever you do.

[@TheMrMKultra]

a really enjoyable video and photographs you showed and explained. thank you for the inspiration!

[@Sunrazor]

I find many videos on KZbin not worth the time to watch. I have never felt that with one single video from you Simon. Great work!

[@canuckdon]

Simon, I really appreciated your insightful comments and seeing these wonderful images again. You are an inspiration to thinking photographers. Thank you!

[@stuartschaffner9744]

Wow! I’ve been following a number of you KZbinrs over the past 5 years, after a personal setback that allowed me time to pursue photography more seriously. Most of you grew, but some grew much more. Looks like you are in that camp. The only advice I can offer is that your images look startlingly like paintings. Spend time in museums. I think you will find artists who see the world like you do.

[@ashstubbings2603]

I can't believe this is the first of your videos I've ever watched!! Where on earth have I been?? You mentioned the word 'magical'. That's how I felt about your photos.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Welcome, Ashley! Thank you for your kind words :)

[@chuckyzzz]

Ashley, Wait until you catch up and Explore "The World OF Meg" It is special and says a lot about Simon and is passion for detail.

[@sornberg]

Wonderful images and the stories behind them. Love your work.

[@JohnDrummondPhoto]

Wonderful video and set of images. I greatly appreciate your introspection.

[@thomasphillips5850]

Simon, the word is EXEMPLARY. This is probably the6th or 7th time I have watched this video, it has all my favorites in it. Thank you as always for taking us along.

[@ronsworld6831]

Thanks for the great video! Your woodland scenes are among the best landscape images that I’ve seen. Thanks for your explanation of your personal connection to the scene.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

That's very kind indeed, thank you!

[@ragtop63]

Those images are superb. Congrats on your engagement!