Landscape Photography | Enjoy Being Out, the Images Will Come

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Yes! Summer has arrived and I celebrate this brief window of calm weather by packing my camera & tent & going for a hike. I photograph some images at sunset from the summit of Great Gable and share a story about the time I accidentally climbed the wrong mountain.
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[@jimkeener3773]

This just might be my favorite. I especially connect with your advice. As an old man, I don't make difficult treks for various shots, but the joy of being outdoors in the wind and sun and even rain and waiting for different bird behavior and proximity are worth the day's effort. Of course getting a satisfying image is still the goal. Your messages talk to the outdoorsman and photographer in me. One of the reasons I'm glad you're on the planet.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Hi Jim, thanks so much for your kind comment. It means a lot.

[@williambakkernl]

Excellent comment, couldn't agree more!

[@zeballos5757]

Jim Keener I think this was my favourite too. Loved the panning of the views for us to see. Gorgeous place. Every time I saw a view I was patiently waiting to see the finished image, lol.

[@jimkeener3773]

Thanks, William.

[@jimkeener3773]

Thanks, Rad. That was my experience, as well.

[@tombeynon11]

Old school Heaton video. Awesome as always.

[@bennylamera2559]

I do much enjoy the old school look, because GoPro wide view :)

[@rikinpatelvfs]

You inspire a lot of people sir!

[@watfordreacts93]

I already know its going to be good before it starts 🔥

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Hope you enjoyed it.

[@watfordreacts93]

Trust me, I did

[@alextsogias9219]

I've been missing your camping videos and finally, it's spring again! And guess what! My 12 year old son came and asked me - can't we watch a video of that photography camping guy again? Has he done any new? :-D We watched this together, and both of us liked it very much . Can you imagine the joy I felt thinking of the possibility that my son also would become a photographer one day, and we could do this togehter? Thanks for the inspiration to us both! :-)

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Alex Tsogias Wow, what an awesome comment. Thanks for sharing and say hello to your son!!

[@alextsogias9219]

I will! Thank you! 😀

[@alextsogias9219]

and he got very happy! 🙂

[@TheGingerChrissy]

This felt like old school Tom, and i absolutely loved it.

[@Colmkeating15]

Watching this video from my tent in the Wicklow mountains of Ireland right now. Just finished sunset shoot and sleeping on location until sunrise. Doesn't get any better, just like you show in your videos all the time.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Colmkeating15 Awesome. Hope you had a good sunrise.

[@Colmkeating15]

Thomas Heaton was a great one yeah! Well worth the trip.

[@michaelgavin5612]

Colmkeating15 Did you get any good photos after sleeping the night in a tent in the Wicklow mountains?

[@Colmkeating15]

Michael Gavin yeah it was a great sunrise. Woke up in cloud but it cleared enough to let me see the view just in time for sunrise.

[@BenHorne]

I really like that last photo with the river through the valley!

[@AlGreenLightThroughGlass]

You're right its about enjoying the great outdoors. I would never call myself a landscape photographer but out there at every opportunity for the experience. And sometimes the images do come - a balance achieved beyond the rules of composition.

[@NigelDanson]

Great video Thomas - inspiring to watch

[@Ardjekwartje]

Living the message: love being outside. Great work again Thomas! Love to watch your videos. Wish we had mountains in The Netherlands! 😄

[@rixy]

17 minute video *grabs the whiskey*

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

My kind of man.

[@LJLancaster]

What do you drink? I am starting to feel its time to try some new ones and I am looking for suggestions.

[@rixy]

Capital A Creations Macallan 18

[@LJLancaster]

ahh the good stuff. I prefer a good Lagavulin 16 myself. I love my peaty whiskys

[@rixy]

I'll have to give it a try! Always wanting to try more

[@Andrew_marr]

This was wonderful Thomas and such great timing for me. I’m making the long journey to the UK next week and plan to visit the Lake District for some landscape photography (and vlogging)! It’s such a beautiful area as you have showcased consistently through your videos. The shot you took of the mountain ridges fading away into the distance was fantastic. The light flooding the valley was stunning and the images you capture really took advantage of it. Loved the story at the end mate, it’s so true…enjoy the experience!

[@eclecticjon1019]

When I saw this at the top of my recommendations I got myself comfy, sat back and enjoyed. Another great video Thomas.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Eclectic Jon 101 Thanks a lot. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@coloradolions3399]

Well done, Tom. So much of landscape photography is stewardship and appreciation of our natural resources. In my experience, what makes the photo is not Lightroom or the lens, but the preparation, anticipation and peaceful quiet time with Mother Nature. Glad to see you out in the mountains again.

[@christopherpetro2932]

When I'm out finding images, I often say to myself following a solid capture, "Absolutely stunning" in the finest British accent a Californian can muster. Thanks, as always, for the excellent and inspiring content. You helped stoke a fire in this cancer survivor's heart.

[@MikeJones-eo8qz]

Just being out. Awesome message, Thomas. I couldn't agree more. Thanks so much for doing what you do. You give me inspiration and something to look forward to with every adventure you take. There is peace, calm, solace and stunning beauty to behold when you look with an eager eye and a willing heart. The magic truly does lie in the journey. Thanks for taking us along with you.

[@daleykun]

I love the last image, it looks like a river of silver or moonlight running through the valley.

[@FlorianCortese]

Thoms, I recently discovered your youtube page and I am thoroughly enjoying your videos and your philosophy of "just enjoy being out, the photographs will come." Here in western Montana, where we have a wealth of prime fly fishing rivers, we have a similar philosophy..."any day on the river is worth it." Getting out and enjoying the wonders of Mother Nature should be the main goal. Everything else, a nice catch of the day or a photo or two are just icing on the cake. The additional icing on the cake with your videos is seeing your thought process in composition, camera settings, etc. Thanks!!

[@molopez619]

I love how you give a little explanation as to why or how you take a shot! Specifically when to not use a filter. Makes your upload amazing and educational. You're my favorite you tuber!

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

moises lopez That's very kind, thank you.

[@derekmidgley]

"Enjoy being out, the images will come" so true. Good one.

[@horaciomillan4181]

As always, wonderfull images, wonderfull comments. Thank you for the good vibra.

[@ChrisHunt4497]

Wonderful shots. I love everything you do. You are so right about getting out and just being in the moment. I have done that today and had a walk in the countryside on a glorious day with the camera. And yes, the shots said it all.

[@tonyturner7676]

To me, one of your very best videos. Beautiful images, especially the second and last ones and thank you for explaining your settings and thinking. Definitely my favourite channel.

[@Litt]

You're such an inspiring person! Can't stop watching your videos! :)

[@markshrimpton]

Great to see a camping video in the lakes again. Those early videos of yours were the ones which first really inspired me into photography and attempting to get up and out at the crack of dawn. Thank you. Hope to see some more.

[@JeffGrahamPhotography]

Used that pillow for several years including on my last hiking/camping/photo vlog. Excellence!

[@JoshuaBoldt]

Thomas, for the camera falling... I bring a thick plastic bag with me that originally came from the grocery store full of apples or oranges. I fill it with rocks that I find and hook it to the little hook at the bottom center of my tripod so that it hangs dead center between the legs of my tripod. This pulls the center of gravity down towards the ground and applies pressure to each of the legs. Then I dump out the rocks and move on. That way I don't have to carry any kind of weights. Or I just hang my backpack/bag on the hook under the tripod. I don't know if all tripods have that hook but all three of mine have it. Greatly stabilizes the tripod and keeps it from being top-heavy with the camera on it.

[@RS.Outdoors]

Great film Tom. Cant beat getting out into the mountains when you get stunning sights like that.

[@davebailey2296]

Viewing these three photographs was quite an emotional and moving experience. Thank you for what you do.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Dave Bailey That's very kind, thank you.

[@RichardAmesMusic]

Your passion for the art and craft of photography are contagious - thanks for the videos. I wish we composers could make "behind the scenes" videos like this but it would be just us sitting in front of a piano, mostly staring out the window... :)

[@sunnyrockvictor373]

You just know it's going to be a great video from the first 30 seconds in. Love those simplistic shops.

[@yujinlandscapephotography.7787]

I love beauty of nature that is landscape, the sunset in the among mountain,the sky and your camera and ideas. Thank! Thomas......,

[@gedm7949]

I loved the river image - so simple yet really beautiful at the same time. What an amazing place to be able to explore!

[@JeanLucCoulon]

I do like "your message to us". And... obviously the really nice pictures. And.. the whole video. Thanks

[@nillohitbarman5760]

I really like the music you choose for your videos..they really match the emotions.

[@ninacleven7889]

Thomas, you have the best videos on the web. Love all your body of work and haven't missed a single episode. You always seem to find an awe inspiring location and make us want to be there right along with you. Thanks, and keep the great videos coming.

[@keavaa]

I found this really inspirational. While i'm not in the shape to do long hikes, the motivation to just get out there has gone up a lot. Thank you.

[@zaksmith1894]

Like the old days! I doesn't get much better than this

[@alanbrunelle1546]

Gorgeously simple and such wonderful captures! Thanks for sharing your artistry.

[@reggaethecat]

I went up Great Gable back in March when it was all covered in snow. My favourite Lakes mountain so far, what a view :-) I nearly died several times on the way back down but it was all worth it. Highly recommended to anyone who loves hills as you get great views in all directions.

[@666DescendingAngel]

thomas, your channel is at the moment by far my favourite youtubechannel. keep up the good work & thanks for so much inspiration in the last few months!

[@huaqo2478]

just gives me chills, thank you.

[@bryanrutherford516]

woohoo sun. that's a little crazy that its cloudy so often there. I take for granted all the sun we get here. clouds are very very welcome here in Arizona, US. great video

[@tinamullen8474]

I love this video. I enjoyed the images you shared and the advice you give. Being outdoors in our great Canadian wilderness is one of our families favourite things and your videos have given me some great ideas and have helped develop so many great photos. Thanks and keep up the great work.

[@carcabios]

It is a very beautiful place, I love to see beautiful places with your devices. Thank you for making places so far away from mine.

[@ThePNWRiderWA]

Look at military surplus rucksacks. They are quite rugged and with many supporting the molle type webbing one can attach other kit as needed. My base is a 30L bag I went to MFT to avoid the big lens and bodies. I can use a lighter tripod as well. The weather has been slow to warm up and such a late spring so enjoy it

[@CraigskinnerphotographyUk]

That last piece of advice... it's almost like you were speaking directly to me; it just jumped out. I'm literally uploading a vlog as we speak in which I'm annoyed and frustrated by not getting the shot and the conditions being "wrong"... Need to chill and just enjoy being out! 👍🏻

[@vaclav_krizek]

Almost midnight here in Czech Republic and I am watching this episode before bed again. Great and inspiring :)

[@user-en4uc3vt1e]

thank you for giving me energy, the world is beatuiful

[@Potato-adept]

Thomas voice helps to fall sleep. great video, like the good old ones

[@chriskeays8003]

Your channel is awesome! It is easy to feel inspired for a sunrise shoot after watching of few of your videos the night before. Thanks for sharing your adventures Thomas!

[@samtensherab]

you're my biggest inspiration for landscape photography. Thank you for this.

[@TreeKillah12]

You have the best job in the world, I hope you love every moment.

[@mineraal0]

Really enjoyed this one. Back to your basics, great video! :D

[@miltonpics]

You make very inspirational videos Thomas, and we all need a bit of inspiration. Thanks.

[@scotty4418]

Thomas this is pure vintage from you and in my opinion from one of the best photographers. I wonder if a certain person from last week will comment on your happy mood this week. Couldnt believe it when the video ended as it was so so enjoyable

[@Brian-si7in]

Awesome! My favourite hill. Great tunes too.

[@martinscarland831]

Hi Tom. I really enjoyed that. I was up near there almost a year ago. I went up to Styhead Tarn, and enjoyed taking some landscapes on my way up there. I remember it was a really hot day and I had a lot of gear. But a happy day. All the best and thank you very much.

[@erinwiebe7026]

Thank you so much for sharing Great Gable with us. What a stunning landscape! I'm struck out in the Canadian Prairies, but I hope to make it to the Lake District with my own camera one day. A new bucket list addition!

[@BobFitz64]

I've been getting into photography in the last couple of years and love your videos - and I don't even do landscape! Mind you, I've still learnt a lot. You have a great natural style. You'd be great on TV IMHO. I wait until the evening and chill watching with a glass of wine. Cheers on a great channel!

[@alexpriceadventures4709]

What a video, this is why I love this channel so much no one has a photography channel that can match it. Keep up the good work Thomas and i look forward to the next video!

[@brownchairphotography]

love the music in this episode. perfect selection.

[@StevenSugref]

Brilliant video Thomas, great to see you back in the hills again!

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Mountains and photography - love it - great film as always 👍👌 ATB Murray

[@opwave79]

I feel ya! Warmer weather + extra batteries = loads of photography. Also an excuse to lose my winter weight, lol.

[@DiiZeh_]

Looking forward to this!

[@antoinereuf9533]

It has been a while since I have been that blown away by the photograph's in your videos, but here dude, those three are really stunning and the video is as good as the images you've done. Thanks for that, really inspiring.

[@tudorwest1]

What a great place excellent view brill photos,as you say fantastic

[@brandonpidala]

Yes!! Love the wild camp videos. Reminds me of your earlier adventures. Soooo good and great images mate!

[@derekwillson2538]

Great vlog, great pics, great day out, Great Gable has it all, cheers Derek

[@livinghell45]

Been a subscriber for quite some time, and I would like to say you are an inspiration to many who are starting out landscape photography. I always look forward to your videos for more advice and concepts to explore. Find it lovely and almost becoming a habit to enjoy another Heaton video in the morning with breakfast :)

[@zakariakhamees]

I just love these videos, they are very educative, inspiring and beautiful. Thank you Thomas!!

[@JulianBaird]

Classic Heaton. Great story telling, lovely images, time well spent. :-)

[@vproven]

Really enjoy your posts. What outstanding images, both video and stills. Your “Joie de vivre” is an inspiration. Thank you for sharing.

[@Gainsborough89]

Watching Tom feels like watching the Bear Grylls of photography. Love every bit of all your videos, Tom!

[@anthonyhedger4301]

An excellent video and photos Thomas thanks for sharing them with us.

[@Elysianplains]

Awesome video Thomas. More great images too. Loved that parting shot of the tent.

[@benisaac5359]

Vintage Heaton! We need more of these

[@rhonaldjr]

During my recent trip in Banff, I was disappointed that my pictures didn't turn out to be great (some of my outings). Your comments towards the end of the video is true and I should just enjoy and use that knowledge (of what went wrong) during my next visit.

[@toddhurley8270]

Really great video... couldn't agree more! Life should be more about the journey. I also have that Nemo backpacking pillow and can attest to it being fantastic. It tucks nicely into the pillow pocket of my sleeping bag and stays put when I shift around while sleeping.

[@jonasvalancius4337]

I am always waiting your new videos every week. they are so inspired. I am happy that found your channel :)

[@IanCassanova]

You definitely go off the beaten track my friend!! my legs couldn't cope with that climb anymore but as you said you are rewarded with those lovely views. Nice work

[@qt31415]

good job linking the pillow on the description. I checked the moment you showed it hahahah. word of the day gorgeous ~

[@pepperkiss22]

Absolutely stunning.

[@MaddManzz00]

Your videos are so awesome.. Informative, entertaining and spot on with the length. I like how you explain your thought pattern when setting up shots. That really helps a lot. I also appreciate you explaining your gear. Whether it is on trial, loaned or actually purchased. I hope that some day I can see the shot before I take it like you do. You rock and thank you for your videos.

[@iwatchingyou68]

Hi Thomas. Thanks for your inspiration and effort you putting in the videos! Really enjoying your work!

[@praveenwazza5556]

Thanks Thomas, after watching this video I went to the lake district today, it was my first time there and managed to take some nice images

[@jamesarnestad4780]

Kruger Park mug ! Only the best ! Thanks for the great content.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

My favourite mug!!

[@chriskirby70]

Very tempted by that pillow

[@JaniNendl]

This is probably one of your most inspiring videos lately. Looks like you really enjoyed your time there!

[@gstandaert]

I have been looking forward to this one Tom. Love your hiking & camping videos!

[@tuggittt]

This one has really made me want to get back out there, great shots, really well put together and inspiring messages, thanks.

[@eddie8t]

Absolutely fantastic video Thomas Heaton!! I truly enjoyed every second of it and I thank you for sharing your experience! This definitely brought back some good memories of mine when I was hiking to a location and mesmerized by the stunning views.

[@davidroby8493]

How on earth did you get to Sty Head Tarn and Great Gable with nobody else in sight? Miraculous! Another great video, Thomas; thank you.

[@alexbannister2204]

Another Inspiring video! Already planning my trip for this weekend. Thanks Thomas!

[@Sean-dt8op]

I've just bought my first DSLR because of you...you genuinely inspire me so much. I love wild camping and hiking as it is, so to add something as awesome as photography (and vlogging) to the mix, well it makes me super excited for my next outing! I guess in a round about way I'm trying to say thank you :) I shall let you know how my photography progresses

[@oscarius4]

LOVE that first image 😍

[@drchrisUk]

I got a notification for this video as I was sat in the cottage we are staying in at the end of wastwater eating dinner. Motivated me to go out and get some shots and it was amazing. Thanks tom

[@davidireland1460]

Fantastic!!! The man I subscribed to in the first place. Back on top Thomas. Excellent.