Landscape Photography - Hiking into the Mist

My last day of landscape photography in north west Scotland. I hiked up to a beautiful pine tree in the Beinn Eighe Nature Reserve and got really lucky with some fleeting mist and fog which really helped simplify the scene and add atmosphere to my photograph.
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[@kustrat]

That's it! You've hit the big time. An entire hour documentary. Can't wait to see it.

[@mattcom2]

I hope Pholaborate works out well for you. I hope even more that it doesn’t mean you’re going to vanish behind a rather pricey paywall. It’s far beyond my means. The material you’ve been providing via KZbin is greatly appreciated. With your extensive video production background you’ve gone far beyond the level of quality usually found here. And, your presence on-screen has grown to be among the very best in natural and direct one-on-one communication. Thanks for what you’ve contributed and let’s all hope there will be more.

[@stuartsmith4723]

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[@zigatretjak75]

A marvelous example of seeing the scene

[@allansisson355]

That image is the reason I have learned so much from you. You set the bar I feel up to the chalenge. I've learned when they're garbage,it's not a bad thing. Love your mind in Black and White...magic

[@delmenendez]

So inspiring Sir Thomas Heaton. From Miami, FL your vids not only teach, but inspire us to view the world around us, to explore, to extend beyond our preconceived boundaries to capture an image aside and beyond the iconic shot but to make it our own as you do so masterfully. Thanks for making my life richer as a photographer but as a human being in this immense world we are privileged-to live in. God Bless

[@robcarr1899]

Nailed that shot Tom. Thats got to be one of my favourite shots of yours. Beautiful. Scotland is AWESOME for photographing landscapes I've been twice and was not disappointed. Wales is a close second .

[@ISOPhotography]

Watching this gave me the itch...but that tree though, what an absolute beaut.

[@crusadeagainsttomatoes2518]

LOVE THAT VAN!! Great photo as well, just a pleasure to watch!

[@WayneRobertsonPhotography]

Beautiful tree and a beautiful capture. I love those conditions and the atmospheric shots it helps create. Lots of efforts but moments like that make it all worthwhile 👍🏻

[@DavidSornbergerFilms]

Beyond the obvious skills and entertaining stories that you present in all of your videos, they are also wonderful escapes from this crazy world :) Thank you!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Awesome mist! I think we have the midges too but over here they are called No see ums and when they get in your hair, it is such a pain.

[@iastorgaphotos]

Love the music. So adds to the misty clouds in the landscape. Nice!

[@BrendanvanSon]

I saw the thumbnail in the mosquito net and was like, "T-Heat must be in Scotland". P.s. best thumbnail ever.

[@youareslick]

Brendan van Son When I saw the thumbnail I thought he was going to rob a bank 😂

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Ha, yeah you certainly know when you're in Scotland 😭 Worth it though.... Sometimes.

[@theexploringphotographer]

As always a great video. Love the van, so jealous lol.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Great to see that you got back to that Scots pine - it's a beauty! It felt a bit weird to just walk past it while we were there but we had work to do and you certainly had more atmosphere (and midges) :-) I can't wait to go back for the 5th time!

[@terencegibbons5455]

Simon Baxter why didn't he cover his arms on the way up if he was being ate alive? Avon skin so soft spray oil is great for keeping them at bay... Fishermen swear by it too

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Simon Baxter Agreed, it wasn't great when we were up there, but the low mist made it irresistible. Winter is the time to be up there though 👊

[@janciric7153]

I absolutely love the simplicity of that image. :D

[@drewhumphrey]

Simon and Ben are killing the game making their videos in 4K. Hope to see you upgrade too! The detail in the photos really pops.

[@samsularifin-xi1kz]

I've learned a lot about photography from your videos, thank you Thomas !

[@WhitefirePL]

Ooow... You've just killed me with going black and white with this... Amazing.

[@dangernba]

Another great video, Thomas. What a beautiful place. Greetings from Brazil.

[@OutdoorsmanDave]

To a photographer the right tree is a work of art but to others it’s just a tree. We have arguably the most photographed tree in the world right here in New Zealand #wanakatree. Love your stories.

[@SadSpaceDuck]

Here in Australia we get bugs really bad and we use a mixture of baby oil and Detol hand sanitisers and it works like a charm which is why we never have any in stock at the shops as it is bought right away

[@brianreid5891]

Cant wait to see the documentary! Congrats!

[@MikeJamesMedia]

"Luck comes to those who are searching for something". It certainly came to you, thanks to your taking the risk of going to that tree. Congratulations on getting there at the right time, and producing such a nice photo.

[@skyunusali8964]

Your visionary is so good. You find really amazing photos.

[@janm2473]

Wow! Thomas! This is like watching a beautiful full length film. Thank you for this and greetings from Canada.

[@rickpeterson7303]

Great photo! Perfect tree!!! Those bugs are noooooo fun! (Alaska flying bugs will drive you crazy, head net is a must!) Looking forward to your next video!!!

[@4rr44E]

The tree photo is one of my favorites so far Thomas. The simplicity and form just worked beautifully. Great capture!

[@NadeemSyed62]

Another beautiful video, Thomas. The image came out marvellous. Simplistic masterpiece.

[@oddbjrnaustevikfoto]

Well, You were in it, and you won! Lovely and moody! 😀 Good luck with the documentary mate! Looking forward to see that as well!

[@tomass7952]

As always a great video Thomas. Very nice image of the tree ! It almost looked like a bankrobber on a landscape photography shoot .!

[@PaulGJohnsonphotography]

Flying teeth . Not that it matters but your videos are inspirational for so many reasons Thomas . A welcome relief from life just watching you x peace x

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Paul G Johnson Cheers dude

[@emanuelebarbato]

Beautiful!

[@PMCN53]

A beautiful image Thomas. It will be great to see the documentary that is being made about YOU! Some well deserved recognition, you have one of if not the best landscape youtube channels I have ever seen.

[@rjexplorationandreviews2936]

Wonderful as always..

[@roadshoulderphotography683]

Great Video on Photographing the Simplicity of the area - Most would Photo the whole lock...Cant wait for your next video also welcome to the Van life...

[@mazharhussain4200]

Loved the misty shot👌👏 by watching yr videos I have learned that how much hard work is involved in these awesome shots. You surely ran inspiration for me💕

[@adammachin]

Beinn Eighe + the Nature Reserve is the best!

[@MarkMarshallPhotography]

Love how you managed to stick it out ...I was scratching and squirming all the time watching you set up the tree shot!!!

[@mikecrawshaw9727]

Fantastic image Thomas. Taken with such patients with the frying teeth ;D Love watching your inspirational vlogs.

[@ianfox2386]

Really nice image Thomas. Looking forward to seeing the documentary.

[@Jindujun]

this is really an awesome photo you took there, fantastic scenery!

[@zasxdcf2]

I was just there not too long ago in late May and Hiked that same trail. Absolutely beautiful location to hike and photograph. I hope to return to Scotland and the UK in general to spend some time hiking and photographing the beauty.

[@kingkenny2635]

What a life you lead Mr H 📸❤️

[@yujinlandscapephotography.7787]

well done, love your work. Thomas,i really like! 👌👍,

[@constantin.]

always very inspiring!

[@allandavies1187]

Hello Thomas, When out for your hill walk doing photography I was so envious. I have not been well lately and had to give up my passion for hillwalking. Seeing you there, it brought it all back to me. Though at present I can no longer do this it was great to see you there, enjoying your day in the beautiful scenery. I so enjoy your vlogs which always manages to raise my flagging spirits. As always, thank you for sharing...

[@MFreeman]

Setting up your vlogging camera and heading back up the hill to get the shot of you walking down the hill - "In it to win it" for sure.

[@jsimes1]

Stunning image! I've never experienced the midges of Scotland but I can say that the Midges of Canso Nova Scotia are pretty brutal in the early mornings of summer! Pholaborate looks interesting but super expensive! I hope the documentary goes well!

[@markattardo]

Stunning shot! Amazing campsite! Ignore the cameras. Just be yourself, we keep watching for a reason.

[@OscarDavilaBrak]

It's like watching Frodo roaming Middle Earth. Nice video man!

[@arcana1973]

Another good video. Enjoyed the photo of the tree. Have a great day. See you again on Wednesday!

[@CelineAndDennisMurillo]

Really love the shot!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@bryanswisshelm941]

Love the photo and video. Thanks for awesome content. Love your channel!

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Bryan Swisshelm Thanks for watching 👍

[@MaliDaviesPhotography]

Wonderful episode and very chilled 😁👍 wow with the film crew. Hope it’s Canon 😜 good to see your getting this recognition. Look forward to seeing it and I reckon you’ll meet Michael very soon...

[@kurtismj]

I stumbled across this video and love that tree shot. Looked you up on Instagram to see that pic again. Didnt see it. Came back to the video and fast forwarded so I could see that shot again. Love it. I love the B&W, but I'd be curious to see a color edit as well! Great work.

[@PeterGallagher1]

Its not always the rain and the cold that make getting the shot difficult, its those bugs. I've never been to Scotland, but those midges seem even worse than the small black-flies we have in Ontario's early summer. I was also surprised by the choice to go B&W. Thanks for putting the effort into making these videos!

[@aaronjenkin]

That's awesome man, good luck! I love Michael Kenna's work.

[@Leo9ine]

Wow. Yesrs ago and beautiful work as ever Thomas

[@riazparas]

I learnt many many things to your nice and knowledge able videos of you . Thank you sir .

[@markpursglovephotography]

Good luck with the documentary. 😊

[@rickvestuto]

Good luck on your Documentary this week Thanks for what you do Your channel inspires me Best regards, Rick

[@gstandaert]

Although the shape of that tree combined with the mist makes for a great B&W shot, judging from the back of your camera the colour version looks very nice as well!

[@IChannelOfficial]

I love your “Buy fer naow”😂🌹 btw thank you for another fascinating experience! It was beautiful!

[@siddharthgupta219]

Haha, almost going to sleep, but notification.... Who can miss out on Thomas right! Love from India

[@obayedh]

Looking forward to watch and experience the doc on you Thom - greetings from Vancouver Island, Canada :)

[@bobswezey7452]

beautiful images , we like your camper and enjoy your videos...

[@WayneIrish]

Another great video as always. Another great image. I bought the 200d Thomas at Christmas. I promise myself every day I will get out there and find my peace but, alas, I just cannot seem to get past the barrier of holding a camera in public. You seem so laid back that your images convey almost a peaceful, tranquil feeling, that just draws you in. I always look forward to your videos. . Thankyou.

[@rideyourluck1371]

awsome sir

[@exinexi]

Loved watching this. So gorgeous I'm feeling a bit of envy. It just felt that you missed those superb nuances when shooting this in black and white. Greetings from Romania!

[@allanthompson9695]

Great vid as always. Interview sounds good.

[@jbairdexp]

Nice short story of a wonderful location. :-) I thought midges were only a PITA in Scotland, but got run off a woodland location on Dartmoor by the midges. They were terrible!

[@brentjones571]

Lovely location with the tree Thomas, would like to see it in colour also ,looking forward to the film crew video .

[@2212ajit]

I was expecting the photograph to be in color as it was nice brick reddish stem with white clouds

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Ajit Singh Me too.

[@eclecticjon1019]

Thomas Heaton So what happened? Lol

[@2212ajit]

Thomas Heaton Can't wait to see the documentry on you... I hope that we get to see it

[@erinwiebe7026]

Envious of the photographer van life! Great video as always!

[@VicenteGonzalezBravo]

Love the chilean flag in the van..so cool!!!! Greetings from Chile, love your videos and photos. Hope you will return to Patagonia next year

[@vishwasnagaraju8260]

Oh! why not a color photo of the tree ? The reds looked so good with the mists. Great conditions indeed.

[@MovingTargetOne]

Just gotta say also you capture amazing shots even with the video camera!

[@KennyTelfer]

Heading to Applecross and Plockton in a couple of weeks, can't wait! Wish I had your van though! Stop by North Berwick on your way home!

[@AndysTravelBlog]

Had forgotten about midges, brought back some annoying memories of those little jerks. That tree reminds me a bit of the famous one in Wanaka, NZ!

[@grahambarnett6107]

You did not get half way up the hill before you used that word lol One day you are going to fall down somewhere and as you lay there on your back, you will say the view from here is so beautiful. lol Love the tree shot.

[@OhSoCheesy]

I would loved to have seen that photo in color. The mist behind it seemed (from my armchair) to really pop with striking colors. Another great video in the can. Anyway, looking forward to the interview. Thanks as always!

[@asimeshpal]

Hope the documentary goes well . Looking forward to it .

[@gordroberts53]

Great video and what a super shot! I think we have something like midges in the northern parts of Canada, a spec of dust armed with huge teeth, or so the bites would profess, called "noseeums" due to their virtual invisibility. Thanks for sharing and looking forward to the documentary.

[@johndunlop5194]

Fantastic Vlog Thomas! Watch out the midges are heading south, North Wales is particularly bad this year. I am born and bred in Scotland and used to head south in the summer to avoid them :-D not any longer lol.

[@GraemeSomerville]

Lovely Video Tom. I didn't think you'd be turning that image into a B&W. Of course it works beautifully. Great work. Thanks for sharing. Onwards>>

[@cdduffy]

Really good advice and ideas on all your vlogs a few I've had the chance to incorporate into my editing and composition. BUT take your time with the zips on your backpack is probably the only advice I can give back to you. Great vlogs dude always inspiring and great proffessionalism too.

[@abdulhameed1886]

I appreciate your talent 👌👏

[@KentuckyMan30]

I never skip an advertisement on a T.H. video. More support for him!

[@philg6757]

I really like that image mate.

[@mikewinburn]

that face net is fantastic! i'll have to hunt for one myself! - that said, you had me on edge.. i kept thinking, "thomas, you're going to miss the shot while talking... too much mist will remove the background too much..." hahaha. Thanks for making me nervous. Perfect vid.

[@LucaTornei]

Short but amazing Tom! 😉

[@Colin-ut4qf]

T heaton photo ninja!!!

[@pritivyas287]

It's 10:30 pm and I m awake for this just as every Sunday 😑#addicted

[@artyomoh63]

Priti Vyas same here... every Monday 2AM :)

[@andymacdougall6593]

Ah I know that tree well, spotted it in April last year when I was up and could NOT get it separated or get a composition. How lucky (I know, you make your own luck by getting out there) to get it in mist. It’s a beautiful spot. I’m hoping you got yourself down to Liathach and Glen Torridon while you were there too. Some great spots around there that I’m sure you would do justice to.

[@AugmentedRealityImages]

Super vlog as always Thomas and some good words of advice. I just wonder whether or not it might be time for some new music though? :)

[@marek_vanco_photo]

Thanks Thomas for this video. I'm sad for photography. I hoped to see it in colors. On your camera display picture seem to be perfect!

[@Nissan012310]

Good luck for tomorrow Tom.

[@leachimkiveling]

Superb video again, but I think I would love to see a color version of the tree picture, Thomas.

[@macronencer]

Culicoides Impunctatus: the Highland Midge. Public Enemy Number One! I last encountered them near Fort William 28 years ago, and believe me, I still remember what it was like.