Proof that Photography is Good For You

[@GediAstro]

If it helps, do remember that your videos of the outdoors are also helping other people’s mental health these days. Thank you for taking us to a wonderland forest adventure! And stay safe!

[@deirdremcquade9690]

Yes! Amen to this! I find Thomas's videos truly refreshing.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

That's nice to hear. Thanks a lot.

[@dacekundrate4391]

Yes, I find his videos very calming.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

That last sheep-photo was superb! Love the simplicity and especially the depth as the sheep vanish into the background :D

[@HansJrgenFurfjord]

Yes but maybe the color on the back of two of those sheep should've been desaturated in Photoshop.

[@giannismpoult4982]

Thomas I think there is no longer any doubt that you are an amazing photographer ... thank you so much for sharing all this  Thomas I think there is no longer any doubt that you are an amazing photographer ... thank you so much for sharing all this.. Well done my friend well done

[@wojtekw6040]

Totally agree 👍

[@SteveCrane]

Love how you composed the sheep. Makes me ask the question, “where are they going?”. Great photos tell a story and/or lead the viewer to ask questions. This one nailed it.

[@PD-ko6ew]

@@giannismpoult4982 i agree so much!!!

[@emanuelabel8712]

Oh Man I really loved the last shot with the sheep’s

[@carlosm9323]

that one looks amazing (Sheep)

[@MarkUKInsects]

ewe have a lovely sheep shot

[@dunerino892]

Yep, good one!

[@raytbrown2]

Me too. (But it's simply . . . "with the sheep").

[@RamonBrito]

The last frame with the sheep’s wow what an image so much drama with the snow, wind and the sheep’s marvelous job Thomas

[@TodColbert]

For me, that sense of agitation is common in the early part of an outing and I know that it will eventually be relieved when nature reveals the shot to me. Then the right brain takes over the left, and the excitement overcomes the agitation. I really appreciate that you shared the struggle that we all go through and not make it look so easy. Thank you!

[@JulieNapp]

"I feel like I shouldn't be here." That statement hit home for me. We've all been cooped up so long that being out and about feels....weird. Like we're breaking the rules, acting like the bad kids. I'm thinking I need to be a bad kid more often to get out of this rut. Thanks for the inspiration. :)

[@ericrjennings]

Wait until you get into a large group setting. It was really weird for me. This whole thing has mentally changed people

[@MargaretHall]

I sympathise. Last summer I went out walking a lot, but the recent bad weather has kept me indoors and even though the weather was fine today, I made excuses and didn't go out for a walk. I think I'm going to have to reintroduce myself to the outdoors very gently, like returning a creature to the wild after it's been in captivity for too long.

[@p4inmaker]

It's a funny way to realize that it isn't normal, after feeling that way for years. Whoops.

[@Jacob.Peer.]

Duuuuude

[@marekbalun1702]

Last photo of sheep and trees. I love everything about this photo.composition, softness, two-tone colour scale. Hats off to you.

[@piotrmaslanka7334]

I’m a photographer who’s turning 15 in 3 months and has been shooting pictures since I got my first camera on my 13th birthday. But only recently did I realise how relaxing it is, and how it makes my life better in so many ways. It has helped me survive through lockdown definitely

[@DavidFlowerOfficial]

Great video. That sheep image was gorgeous and I 100% agree, there's nothing better to lift your spirits than getting out in the middle of nowhere and just shooting.

[@lindefraser9148]

True words - I have experienced joy after a hard day by the setting sun, the rising moon, the lights on the old buildings - just whatever is near your location.

[@JohnPaul-ii]

Don’t give into the fear Tom. You are out there in the snow ❄️, working. Yes it is a tall tripod, brilliant bit of gear. (Got one myself). Thanks for sharing again Thomas. Stay safe 😷🇦🇺

[@karenbergmann209]

Appreciate your emotional honesty. Being in lockdown makes me feel like I’m not accomplishing anything (Ontario, Canada). I get outside about 4 times a week to hike and that’s been a mental health boost. Love grasses in snow! And the mounds of snow on ice. Simple images that are peaceful. We have tons of snow here. Take care.

[@Black3ternity]

Cheers Thomas, I was out and about the weekend before last and we had snow and it was AMAZING. I had such a blast and was pumped full on energy like a squirrel on caffeine. Like you said - FOMO. Because there was such a long drought of being inside, having nothing "special" to look for except your videos. And your videos helped me a TON - I basically binged everything I could because I was going insane. Keep it up and remember: We're all in this together. You are not alone and there will be different times. Hope I can someday meet you and be on a course with you. Cheers,

[@marknichols554]

Loved the sheep photo. I totally agree about photography and getting outdoors helps your mental health. I don’t what I would do without it. These videos are a great escape during lockdown, thanks so much! 👍

[@GuidoVanDeWater]

What I love most about this channel is that it help me to get ideas. You have an eye for what nobody else sees. I used to struggle a lot to find shots. Since I started following this channel a couple of years ago my bag of ideas has grown and grown. Sometimes I'm out and thinking what would Thomas do in this situation. Keep doing what you do best! Grt guido

[@jameshchetwyndjr9739]

Yes creating photos is great stress reliver

[@photonesephotography8664]

I just love how honest you are with us about yourself and your workflow.. for us viewers, I feel it allows us to connect more, not only without you, but also your work.. it allows us to really engage with the images.. thank you!

[@CamtasticRide]

The sheep!!! Its so great when we can break out of our comfort zone and succeed! Atta boy Thomas!!

[@markdixon9826]

Right back at your best - can see the difference that something unexpected made to your eye and mood. Nothing wrong with getting excited at grass in snow - I first did 49 years ago and still do now, even by proxy! Cheers 👍👍👍

[@mattiasmarklund5026]

Love the last photo, excellent balance and a feeling of life, in lack of better words.

[@henryhammond4653]

That last photo is so stunning and getting the sheep composed like that you must have been a shepherd in a past life

[@tonyjovanovic9259]

I'm on day 7 of a post winter travel 14 day quarantine/ time out. Back in the cold and wet West Coast of Canada after 3 months in Costa Rica. I know some will say "suck it up", I will. But my mental health is now effected by being caged after running free. Looking forward to my release and going for a bush walk with the camera. Thanks for sharing Thomas, Pura Vida!

[@mariecorbin9960]

Amen, the outdoors is free therapy!

[@arnebischoff6732]

Both the sheep and the grass images are so gorgeous.

[@susanlanger7982]

Beautiful photo of the snow and sheep in such a pastoral setting! Lovely!!!

[@camdendebruin6667]

I love how Thomas can take a picture of grass in snow and have it be better than any ohoto I have ever taken. Absolutely amazing how he easily he can make me feel emotional with his images.

[@justin555666]

The amount of joy you're getting from shooting some grass, snow, and sheep is reminding me that I gotta just go out and shoot. You don't need an amazing landscape or subject to get awesome photos. Great video man. Subscribed!

[@CookedLight]

Productive day out. We live in Rhu beside Helensburgh, hardly had any snow at all. Our little one noticed cherry blossom buds on a tree on Tuesday, there are loads of interesting trees in the woods between here and the Macintosh Hill House, if you’re allowed to travel up here.

[@MichalOlender]

It's good to see you having fun and enjoying photography T!

[@Betrue875]

I'm home waiting out Herricane Debby as it tracks to the North East, and watching reruns of some of your best videos, like this one! Thanks for all you do, Thomas!

[@bfis.photography]

These sheep in thick snow: outstanding! Love how the snow makes it look like a painting. Would have loved to be out there as well!

[@byWasim]

Haha. Nope. Not just you. One of my favorite shots this year so far is exactly that; a few blades of grass popping out of the snow. And that sheep shot at the end...pure joy. Love that. And I think that's exactly why you were agitated to start - you didn't seem present. But it seems like once you became part of your surroundings instead of just an observer of them, everything shifted. Yup, being outdoors works every time! Thanks for doing what you do.

[@kellifoulstone5629]

Just got to the 7:10 when you spoken about your mental health and then suddenly I hear a news intro and text 'Breaking News' and thought holy moly Thomas, you've stepped up the graphics in your videos...then realised it was an ad that occurred with impeccable timing. Heart goes out to everyone who is doing it tough in lockdown.

[@matty332010]

creatives have the most beautiful minds on the planet.

[@millymucci]

amen. 🕊

[@peterfritzphoto]

Talk about transforming lemons into lemonade! What a turnaround! I LOVE these images, Thomas. And sharing your ups and downs is a generous act. Side note: I bought the TC6 off the strength of your recommendation, and I’m super happy with it. This’ll sound nerdy, but I also love the sound the legs make when they slide... Thx for the endless inspiration and for your candour.

[@julianheritage6436]

Sheep shot was a beaut, minimal grass in snow were also very nice. Be careful what you wish for, our dog is almost 3 years old and he’s only seen a single day of a light dusting of snow down here in southeast England

[@greeknthyself]

I loved all photographs in this video. but the MOST favourite is the one with ship and trees in the background. What a stunning composition!

[@grain.forest]

Group outdoor therapy sessions with Thomas! I always appreciate how genuine you are with your process. There’s never anything contrived in your vids. I hardly comment, but your channel is one of my favorites. I Thoroughly enjoyed the photos in this one. :)

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

That's very kind and I appreciate you taking the time comment 👍👍

[@bearaclive]

You're definitely not alone in getting excited/inspired by tufts of grass sticking out of snow. We may not have snow here, but I recently took a similar minimalist image of just a few tufts of dune grass coming out of sand.... and it worked so well. Absolutely loved the final sheep image. Really nice work, and good to see you ending on a more positive note.

[@fairweatheronline]

The last photo is like a painting. Beautiful!

[@brycepinson8641]

I took a photo of grass coming through the snow the other day on 6x6 portrayals film as well. I thought it a trite when I took it, but I like the shot. So Im glad not the only one that thinks these things are worth capturing. The last sheep photo is amazing. The shape of the trees, the line of sheep, and negative space really work well together.

[@weschilton]

Yeah, I have to agree with everyone else, that last photograph was really lovely.

[@domhaughton6809]

The sheep photo is wonderful. Glad it helped you find some happy space. That's what photography does for me 😊

[@skachwaha]

Loved the last image of the sheep in the snow. A beautiful composition. Thanks for sharing!

[@CulturedphotographyBlogspot]

Totally agree with the whole being excited about blades of grass poking through the snow point. It is so satisfying! I took a very similar composition and thought 'what am I doing' but I liked and that's the most important thing 🙂

[@johnfretz8199]

You actually are in a better place than you think when you're feeling that agitation, just by the fact that you caught yourself feeling it. Most just get caught up and taken for the ride. Take a deep breath, appreciate the moment around you, don't run from the feeling, accept it, and know that like all things "this too shall pass." And it does.

[@samwilson1021]

I love sheep, and I love that image of the sheep in the snow, fantastic!

[@twagn]

Getting outside always renews my spirit

[@PaulLauter]

Really liked the sheep photo. Dramatic and peaceful at the same time, very atmospheric

[@egyptiansphinx]

Beautiful last photo of the sheep 👌📷💯 Nice touch with the psychological walkthrough.

[@FelixJorgenfelt]

This video makes me appreciate living in Sweden even more. Having the freedom to be out in nature is fundamental to my well-being and being able to do that even if it's just a hobby is something that many around the world can't right now. This might be a bit controversial but, life is about more than just being alive. Life needs to be lived!

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Couldn't agree more.

[@fiizzy3884]

I don't think it's controversial at all, just that some people have been frightened half to death by governments and mainstream media that they've forgotten what it is to live their lives.

[@markpowell2142]

The final Shot with the sheep was awesome. Best of the bunch, as they disappear into the snow. Keep up the great work

[@David_analogue10]

Your thoughts on your thoughts really struck a chord with me. Thank you. It was a genuine, real, help.

[@markjutsum6187]

Good to hear you are feeling better. Rock on Tommy, well Tom.

[@09sensfan]

I'm from Ottawa Canada and know snow and I think there is beauty everywhere we just have to look for it.. Love your videos Thomas..as they say keep your chin up.. you're doing good and you will come out of this better for it.. cheers

[@huwalban]

Out of the grass tussock images the first one was the one that worked best for me. The final image though with the sheep is just genius - beautiful scene that really shouts of atmosphere. Lovely image. One for the portfolio methinks. Stay well Thomas.

[@michaelmeade]

The sounds that film camera make at 3:30 is pure music to a mechanical engineers ears!

[@chrisbull6244]

I love the last sheep 🐑 image. How to capture the atmospheric of the moment master class, I feel Iv been the wilds with you.

[@vdiitd]

That sheep photo is amazing! I paused the video and looked at it for a while. Such a deep image.

[@DuckMisty]

NIce video Thomas. When I was feeling down, my doctor told me to "walk in green places". It works! And, if I can come home with some photos, that's a great bonus.

[@grudy07]

That photo of the sheep was excellent. I think I would have tried a 3:2 crop which is how it first appears on the video. Congratulations, Thomas! Great work. Glad you are feeling better, we can all empathize with the lockdown doldrums.

[@jarman1970]

Beautiful video Thomas. You have always been able to portray the excitement of your photography. I connected deeply with how you expressed your troublesome feelings. I use my woodland and landscape photography to help with my mental health but you showed how important it is to not put pressure on it being the complete solution, to slow down and just enjoy being out there. I did laugh at the end when you were photographing the sheep. At about the 15:45 -16:00 min mark as you were explaining your excitement about the sheep and if you watch in the back ground every sheep wandered off the screen and I though you were going to turn around and they would all be gone. Thanks again.

[@rosssayer6524]

That video was sooooo good, just to be outdoors in all types of weather is what it's all about. Amazing images right from the Grass in the snow through to the sheep in the field. One of your best. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@pathogan4854]

The image of the sheep is definitely a "masterpiece in the making" great video. I know where your coming from with the feeling agitated. Yesterday(on my lunch) I went to a location near where there is a nestbox for a treecreeper the were there monday. but typical when I had the big camera the birds where a no show. so I hung around (agitated ) then moved on down the river to where I got a couple of shots of a grey wagtail. I came a away like yourself happy and energised. Keep up the great work !!

[@sweetdavey]

Love the minimalist grass/snow one and the sheep !

[@PD-ko6ew]

i like your movies so much. especially your way of commenting on them. very honest and authentic. I look forward to your contributions every time.

[@penbphotography]

I quite often feel the same when i'm out taking photos there are so many other things I should be doing other than having fun. But I try to remind myself I'm only taking a small amount to time and when I'm happy it benefits all who rely on me. Lovely video, the sheep are my favourite image. Keep up the good work. 👍

[@jameswilson7074]

I loved all the photos. But I have to say the one with the sheep really stood out for me.. And thanks for your positivety at the end I need out again with my camera soon as northern ireland has some lovely spot and unpredictable weather as u know 😉👌

[@Light_Camera_Story]

Photography Helped me to get out of drug and alcohol addiction. It saved my life. I will talk about it one day may be. It's a dark, sad, yet fascinating story. Vive La Photographie ! ❤️

[@Echinacea53]

This is amazing.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

I've heard this a lot 👍 Thanks for sharing. Hope you're doing well.

[@Light_Camera_Story]

@@ThomasHeatonPhoto Thank you. It was long time ago. When I ask myself what I have achieved from photography, I just have to look back. Hope you can restart your journey around the world with your new GFX. 😊

[@edk484]

John 14:6 I am the way, the truth and the life....even better than photography

@@Light_Camera_Story Welcome to the addiction of buying cameras ahahahaha. Nah just kidding, you said something very powerful, try to let out all the existential issues and embrace the light coming through the lenses whatever that might be. :)

[@TheKillingTreeTT]

Oh that last image! Like a painting. Congratulations on getting surprised by your passion about an image even though you were not planned on it

[@ModestBoxBread]

Nature is the best place to be during this lockdown. Keep it up Thomas. Also I love that last shot with the sheep. Much love 💕

[@scothowe539]

Personally I love the sheep photo. The grouping of trees and the way the sheep were huddled together are very pleasing.

[@gabijasotvaraite144]

Thank you for sharing. Your videos are so therapeutic both in terms of the views, and your subtle reminders to keep paying attention to the emotional background of self 🧡

[@rwalshphotos5626]

Absolutely love that last image of the sheep in the snow, amazing stuff!

[@jamesurzykowski4918]

I loved the picture of the sheep! Good winter month calendar picture. Also loved the two grass and snow images. You had a good day!

[@desgardner7169]

You are suffering from lockdown blues, and you are not on your own, but the good news is you are helpng others! Thank You!

[@ErnstGeorgLorinser]

Couldn‘t agree more with your statements about the outdoors and how nature affects our mood and mind! Love your on-location videos, especially with analog film - the pictures reflect the honesty and calm of your videos very well - not everything has to be super epic-HDR-gigapixel like. A simple beautiful well composed image outways all „modern“ superlatives! Keep it going and good light!

[@rolf_siggaard]

Thanks for your honesty and vulnerability Thomas. Not an easy thing to do. Yes lockdown continue to have a profound impact. It’s definitely OK to recognise it. As always, a pleasure to view your videos and learn. Thanks for being so generous with your guidance and inspire good photography.

[@eccentricsmithy2746]

Beings that each of your videos are 90% B roll, 9% ramblings and 1% of actual photography, you should have no issue getting enough B roll for the director. You are definitely the king of wasting peoples time with B roll.

[@hepgeoff]

Love the shot of the sheep in the snow. Excellent. Your videos always do so much for me.

[@PMCN53]

That was the most enjoyable and simple 20 min I've had all week. I don't know another photography KZbinr that can do it as well as you. It's just you and your camera & me enjoying the experience. You are one of a kind Thomas Heaton, don't change a thing Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺🦘🇦🇺

[@nicola6323]

Check out Henry Turner. Very enjoyable character.

[@Stillfilm1]

I always feel better getting out to take pictures - even of I delete them later. Loved that last sheep image but like the minimal ones too. Thank you for your inspiration.

[@giannismpoult4982]

Thomas you are an excellent photographer .... thank you very much for everything you have shared with us ... continue your amazing work... Well done my friend well done💯💯

[@tigerfung5575]

Tom you actually brought me away from the epic scenes and into the minimalistic world and I love it so much!

[@dillank3240]

This may have been my favourite video so far. This is what photography is all about.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Glad to hear it 👍

[@melaniewade9572]

Thanks for always saying what most of us are feeling even if we haven’t been able to put it into words yet. Your videos have been such a blessing and pulled me out of some dark places and for that I’m grateful!

[@tommyrea5530]

I fully agree; getting into nature is an amazing way to feel better. It's called green time in some circles and is very well talked about in research papers. Great photos; I myself had the rear opportunity to venture about in some snow here in the US. In fact in Arkansas where I am we had about 18" over all in the storm we had.. I am still editing snow images.. Cheers and good stuff..

[@unlimitedessence6639]

Earth is full of beauty, you cant really go wrong when taking a photo of nature. You're certainly not alone in loving grass standing in snow or sheep...And those that might Say its not grand enough they havent seen and felt all the beauty of Earth and they cant yet understand how healing every piece of Earth is. But I know you will always find people that appreciate your work, because You are putting love and effort and talent in it and it shows. And also you have an amazing presence that adds to the beauty of your videos. I hope you will always have enough time in nature and for whatever endeavours and wishes you might have.

[@rolsonn]

The last photo with the sheep and falling snow, two thumbs up!

[@davemacdonald3804]

I had a very long-winded speech to give about how so many of us are struggling with locking down, staying safe, and dealing with what seems at times to be a tenuous future -- at least for 2021. But, as you have again shown, perhaps all that's needed to be said is simply "Photography is therapeutic."

[@gbisi2k]

Thank you Thomas for another great video and for sharing your experiences with lockdown and how you feel being outdoors. Hopes it motivates me to go out more too. The image of the wiggly sticks is my favorite.

[@phynx2006]

Rushing to go somewhere but you don't know where your going, I feel you a 100%. That's happened to me before and I'm not a big fan of that feeling🤔 talk about the feeling of unsettlement and being agitated, next time it happens to me I'm taking pictures of grass 🤗😆 Thanks Thomas 👍👍

[@johnstrandskov]

Great 👍🏻👍🏻😊 very inspiring. Fantastic shot with the sheeps.

[@matthewstell4581]

Hey Thomas, this video really helped me actually as I’m a year 11 student who’s grown up with family interested in photography and I’m really interested in photography but feel like I can’t at the moment and feel trapped by not only online school but just being stuck in doors and not quite sure why but just watching your video made me feel better.

[@derekskinner2048]

I never took minimalist images until it became a camera club challenge. Now I am a fan; I thought the first one was the best. Great sheep image.

[@davidhamilton460]

Really enjoyed the video Thomas. Photo of sheep in the snow is superb. Glad you got your photography mojo back 😊

[@clarerynhart3855]

Hi Thomas, I'm stuck in the house with a broken foot and your videos keep me sane! (I already went out into the bush after 2 weeks and rebroke it!) So keep doing outings for me !!

[@miro_scheib]

I really love minimalistic photos and these ones were just on another level!!🔥absolutely gorgeous! And what an opportunity with the sheeps, perfeeeect

[@Toma.s]

The last picture was an absolute beauty and thank you for the video.

[@swarnavamukherjee3010]

This is the most purest thing I saw today. ❤️