Winter in the Camper Van | Photography Trip Scotland

This is video 3 in a landscape photography series filmed over a 5 day period in Scotland. I took my camper van and drove north across the border after having seen one of the most promising weather forecasts in living memory; a huge snow dump followed by high pressure! Game on. In this video I try to keep the winter conditions out of my van, I drive around a lot in search of roadside compositions and I give a hot tip on where to stay when visiting the area of Glencoe.
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[@fine_artist123]

The tree shot is one of your better one's this year. Nice!

[@ArdashMuradian]

Agreed one of the best photos. Camera half a meter lower would've made it even greater. #nitpicking

[@edgarso3175]

@@ArdashMuradian my thoughts exactly. I just wish those branches are up against the sky and not the mountain top. Never the less - fantastic photo!

[@Shivaess]

Ardash Muradian had the same thought. Also a pano of the gradient sky anchored by the tree on the left would have been interesting.

[@cyclingadventureswithspeed1697]

😂

[@WayneRobertsonPhotography]

The simplicity and soft colours of the last image do it for me 👍🏻

[@fototripper]

Good to see you wearing proper footwear in the snow mate. Flip flops forever!

[@andychattaway5620]

Flip flops rule👍

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

I'm an all year round flip flop man myself. Props to you for using them with spikes 😂

[@dozerjohn]

Amen to that, I once ran out of a mountain hut in sandals, not even wearing socks, middle of the night full moon shots, -14 degrees C and I've spent 20 minutes in knee deep snow like that. Still have my feet, boots are overrated!

[@fototripper]

Good man @@dozerjohn

[@stevemeier7876]

They are called "Jandels"...

[@dirtywater5336]

People complained that the images weren't up long enough during the video? Should we tell them about the pause button?

[@sk8freshcst]

Thought the same thing... it's a pretty handy tool

[@andychattaway5620]

LOL@@sk8freshcst

[@michaellyons5208]

No! Don't do it! Then EVERYONE will be doing it.

[@grootjnr]

There's A Pause button? 😱🤣

[@Warioda]

The what now!!?? (eheheh)

[@chrisjonesfilm]

It really is a treat to sit down, be uninspired about shooting, and then a Thomas Heaton video shows up. The music and B-Roll get going and I'm back to being inspired. As always, thank you for what you give us sir- you're an inspiration.

[@GleyFox]

Both the mountain and the tree shots are majestic! The background music suit them so well!

[@capt1089]

"Organized van, organized mind". Love it! Let's make a bumper sticker!

[@earthpirit1139]

For me this is perfect pictures

[@bennylamera2559]

Photo's at the end of the video is definitely a good idea.

[@claire7142]

The tree shot is just beautiful.

[@phila8226]

The Tree is outstanding!

[@libork5397]

Thomas I like both images , clean and simple.

[@robertwhitemoto]

First shot I would love to see the color version. Second shot, beautiful!

[@ironian24]

love watching your channel by the way and you are an inspiration to so many thx for your hard work you put in to all these great vlogs, I know how much time they take so I fully appreciate your efforts Thomas a big thank you.

[@BorisKarlovic]

The tree shot is brilliant.

[@johnhawkins1606]

Yep, images at the end always good.

[@dcurleyifa]

Hi Thomas, Love your vids, I am the plonker who asked you ‘does having the van make your photography better’ at Gary Gough’s studio last year. I think you have to admit, having the van gives you the opportunities for better or at least more productive photography, photography that you may not have done without being able to use the van.

[@nigelwest3430]

Love the shot of the tree

[@NGC1433]

The tiredness is a very cunning enemy. It accumulates really fast. Also even if you sleep a tiny bit less each night, it ruins your trip. It sure ruined mine. I had an epic trip across europe with my car. I visited Czech and alps and bunch of other exciting and epic places I have never been to but always dreamt of visiting. But I got progressively tired and when I got to the pinnacle of my trip I was just so done with it, I hated everything, I just wanted to pass out and wake up at home...

[@jamescole4183]

Tree shot is one of your best

[@jimwlouavl]

I loved the image of the tree in the snow. It really told a story.

[@saniwada]

that tree shot was aewsome.

[@joerobertson289]

Your 'tree shot' is beautiful!

[@LittleTipple]

Love tired Thomas... there’s something genuinely charming about the lack of polish and finesse that shows your personality coming through even more than normal!

[@vansolo9794]

Oh look, I'm in a camper van, filming the steam off my coffee with gentle music playing, extolling the virtues of a car park where you can eat in a cafe and get a shower in the 21st Century....... video. Who'd have thought Scotland has so much to offer.

[@davidwalker2402]

Cracking shot of the tree,

[@doughowell3171]

Yes, do the photography at the end!

[@iastorgaphotos]

Yes, adding the photos near the end of the vlog works for me. 👍🏼. Thanks! 🙏🏼

[@amithanuradha2874]

I love that tree epic shot

[@anthonyalongi3432]

The tree shot is superb!

[@bjvincent3615]

Always a great watch

[@Dal1970again]

Images at the end is a great idea

[@berryoaks]

Great video...again! Like these much more than in your office. Reminds me of your earlier ones. Hint: I struggled early on with laying my bag on the ground. It got dirty, wet, and nasty causing me to replace them after a while. Got a tip from a fellow photographer, many years ago, to take a large plastic bag with me. Virtually no weight. Put that down and lay the bag on it. Afterwards, put the bag in a smaller plastic bag so it does not contaminate your gear. They are disposable and recyclable. Has saved me a lot of cleanup and made my bags last a lot longer. More outside stuff please. Love your work.

[@ottersphotography304]

I frequently use the pause button to look at your images in depth but I also enjoy revisiting the images at the end of your videos. Once again, excellent video Thomas Heaton. I really hope to see you again next year. Thank you for all the content you put out, the inspiration and the education.

[@nobody79ify]

Brilliant as ever!

[@charliejg]

Scotland is so beautiful. I have a Twitter friend who lives in the Keith area. She posts pics and videos of her road trips throughout Scotland. I love the seaside villages and the castles as well as the beautiful scenery. I so want to visit some day.

[@ArielHT5John]

We use a thin rubber backed mat, it sucks the water up and warmer on your feet.

[@lowredphoto]

Beautiful tree shot.

[@wendynewing8834]

It is nice to see the images again at the end for a longer look.

[@erikswenson2659]

Tip: try putting a thick sock over your ball head when on the move. I've lost count of your videos with snow and ice covered ball heads and quick release plates. Keeps the head from marring furniture, walls, floors and car interiors too.

[@FelixJorgenfelt]

I know the feeling of driving around hoping for something and just not getting anything. It sucks!

[@loribenton5975]

Boot brush! Totally useful in winter mud/snow and coastal sand.

[@hansn_pansn]

Hey Thomas, I also have a campervan and i always let my boots at the step of the entry. So no dirt comes into the car. And I'm also camping a lot in the winter. Just use warm socks!

[@gabyisphoto2379]

I found it interesting that the longer you look at the first shot of the mountain peaking from the mist, the more details are revealed. beautiful capture!

[@Seanog1231]

A little astro-turf mat makes a big difference for the mud.

[@10shxf]

The tree image is just stunning , and it really conveys how cold it is there

[@johncampbell3628]

Quite like the mountain image. I think it’s what you cannot see that actually gives it a zen like quality

[@doncollins6465]

That tree photo is magnificent. Love the 16x9 aspect.

[@jackinvegas]

I like seeing the images again at the end

[@JohnT23174]

Fab video. The lone tree image is magical. The emphasis life through loneliness and cold is breathtaking. Brilliant.

[@tonyvaldivia7300]

An entry mat just inside your slider would catch 80 percent of the stuff. And you can place, or keep, your wet shoes on the mat as well. Another great video Thomas!

[@JayMacroPhotos]

I like the mountain photo!

[@susanfirth2279]

Good video Thomas. You didn't take a page out of Gavin's book and wear the ice cleats with your flip flops. LOL. Really liked the image of the tree. I found it very calming.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Love those minimalist photos! Such a pleasure to watch :)

[@cotswolddroner7714]

Images were awesome! I really liked both a great deal. You don't miss Thomas, you are always spit on! Thanks and cheers!

[@susanrockliff2182]

Thanks I enjoy your videos. Yes I like the pictures again at the end again to have a good look at them.

[@davidv6803]

Thomas, I apprecaite your comment about giving subjects space. I'd love to see a video, maybe a Sunday one, where you take that shot too close and then the way you like it, and give the viewer the visual example of why it looks better

[@thedman113]

The little clouds dusting the mountaintops in the background totally make the tree shot. Something you'd notice more the larger you print it.

[@anvilcloud]

I think that tree photo is fabulous.

[@divinerdetective44]

Great idea to recap the images at the end of the video as a slide show for our viewing pleasure. Wish more vloggers would do this!

[@2212ajit]

I really liked both the images... At the end of the videos.. Cool change On the second image I was hoping for some ground shrubs covered in snow pointing to the tree.

[@bradzaruba9686]

Just glad you went out without a plan, in the middle of the day, and came away with two rock solid images! Be inspired and keep your eyes open is pretty good advice.

[@suzannevandoren2888]

Beautiful images!

[@patrickboyarski7414]

Yes, please, keep showing the images at the end of each video. Pretty shot of the tree.

[@dreamcatcher3622]

What a road to drive along - That minimalist mountain summit shot is stunning.

[@deltadave44]

love the pic of the tree...such a metaphor for landscape photogs...hope it makes next year's calendar

[@Schmavie]

Very nice. Yea, showing images again at end is good. Just let em sink in with some of that meditative music. :-) This is a good lesson about how the landscape photographer needs to be okay with going where others are not. You need to listen to that creative voice inside that is telling you, "You'll be sorry you didn't take the time for this. This may be a uniqe moment, never the same again. Just do it!"

[@SteveFromOhio]

Please continue to put the photos at the end of the video. Sometimes it's a good learning exercise to see them side by side.

[@edgarso3175]

Yes, please photo's at the end of the video. Always calming to view them up close and in full frame! Thanks!!! Love your van m8! Saving up for one as well.

[@FrankMcMahon1964]

Fantastic..love the Scottish landscape...........but the simplicity is great.

[@robinhorton6625]

Brilliant as usual, love the steam off the coffee mug roll. Tree shot super.

[@sanclewphotographic]

Every time I see you in Scotland I get envious, what a fantastic location and great images, regards.

[@OvidiuHurducas]

It looks so simple for you to reach those landscapes ... no brown bears, no snakes! easy access by good roads ... or I just make excuses

[@iainmccallum5535]

The tree shot is superb, love it.

[@pauldowney7130]

Yes to adding photos at the end - the lingering views help to refresh the process taken to achieve the results. They also dwell once again on what caught your eye and look way better than the video’s view of the same scene. We get to see why you persisted. 👍😃

[@Fresno1199]

I like the shots at the end of the video. A second viewing.

[@dalerobinson8456]

Scotland you say, your first photo has a very Himalayan top-of-the-world feel to it. Great job as always Thomas.

[@onthegroundtraveladventure5953]

There is so much emotion, inspiration and thought in still photography, far more than other media in my opinion. You nailed it in this video, well done!

[@RogerHyam]

Yes please images at end. Also great tip in ski centre.

[@matthewhenry6281]

We’ve all been there, where you are just too exhausted or the conditions don’t inspire. I was recently on a 12 day trip to Joshua Tree, Death Valley and Zion NPs. By the end, I was exhausted and looking forward to getting home. Even though I was experiencing some amazing landscapes

[@MrJd829]

Definitely all for having some time in the end of the video for the pictures great job. And thank you

[@wilsontanlk]

Really enjoy watching videos when you're chilling in your camper van. You should do more of how you make use of your van when go out photographing.

[@DylanHaskin]

Time to grab a coffee - watch this from the start - Happy Saturday everyone! Thanks Thomas for the video!

[@srhodes58]

That tree image is awesome! So simple but really nice.

[@mcgarnacle21]

The last tree image is one gorgeous shot. Really beautiful.

[@ninacleven7889]

Really love seeing a recap of the photos at the end of the video. Especially liked the mountain in the mist image.

[@oddbjrnaustevikfoto]

I do like the crop you ended up with with the tree instrad of the 1:1. More space is never a bad thing in my eyes 😀🦊 scotland, the van, winter, whats no to like about this 👍

[@ironian24]

I love my VW camper van I have 2 sets of wheels, one for Scottish roads and one for normal roads, I wouldn't be without mine had it 4 years now and its so warm and lovely, it features on my channel a lot.

[@cgriggsiv]

You are absolutely correct places like that have so many amenities And beautiful scenery and fast action shots

[@waterman308]

Hi Tom. Try using a boot tray. Just stp into it and will your boots off. Keeps snow and dirt on the tray. Cheap and eazy.

[@albertlugosi]

At 3:36 that passing car changed dimensions behind your van.

[@jamiebarrera6153]

Love the photo of the tree :-) Love the space. and the texture on the ground. Thanks Thomas :-)

[@jacoba8337]

I would like to see the pictures again at the end!

[@randallmarchant3443]

That photo of the tree.....LOVE IT!!! Great video, more old school Heaton, thank you :-)

[@Waldo58]

Yep, enjoyed the images at the end 👍

[@erosario64]

I look forward to spending time viewing the images. Keep up the great work.

[@johnnyj8884]

Love you adding the photo's at the end,

[@Izerman13]

Love the camper van videos! I also love the photos at the end....usually have to pause at the just right moment to enjoy your shots. That mountain shot is so beautiful!!

[@Toggel1000]

Great images!

[@darksideemt]

Beautiful work sir