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[@neuroniuans]

Look at Meg - pure joy and ecstasy! Be like Meg!

[@BradMangas]

Simon, I really can not properly describe the immense positive feelings I get from watching your videos. I will actually pause them and think about what it is that I am feeling and why. Simply put, your outward love of nature and the ability to simply state the reasons you choose to photography a particular scene. Along with the beautiful images you create there is one other thing about your videos that allows them to be more than just a talented fella wandering the woodlands pursuing a passion that he loves, and that is Meg. It is more than wonderful to watch you two enjoying life and each other. Being in the States it is highly unlikely that I will ever get to meet you both in person. But my heartfelt gratitude, love, and respect, will always be with you both. Thanks Simon, and thank you beautiful Meg! (-Book ordered, can not wait to get it!)

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind comment, Brad. I've shown it to my partner as I was really chuffed with it ☺️. Thank you also for ordering my book! Very much appreciated!

[@johnround8311]

The last photo was my favourite.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

I'm thrilled to announce pre-orders of my book. 'Gathering Time'. baxter.photos/shop/gathering-time 90 photographs from the past 6 years. 10,000 words. Foreword by Joe Cornish and essay by Lucy Jones. It's been quite a journey since 2012, so I hope you enjoy the written and visual journey through the book. Thank you very much for your very kind support!

[@thomasphillips5850]

I just wish we could all be as happy and Contented as Meg is,great video thank you Simon.

[@gregnoelken7270]

"Obsess over that"..."Use this". I love it. Something I really (always) need to keep in mind. Thanks.

[@windleman1]

Great technique, poise and balance shown at 8:57 😆. Really liked the complex square crop with your 35mm, a real feast for the 👀!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, Mike. I really like that one too 😁

[@thomasphillips5850]

Great video, Great images and who doesn't love Meg? Thanks as always.

[@wimscheenen3535]

Nice video with beautiful photos. The first 1:1 composition is my favorite 😍

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Wim 😊

[@davidhenningsen2851]

I always enjoy your videos you always have such a peaceful way for everything you say and do Thank you and may God bless

[@Focusing_on_the_light]

Always always love “The Baxter”. I feel it’s 70% about the woodland and 30% photography got me. He has an amazing eye....some people say two 😁

[@denisesavage2382]

Lovely images Simon - I love watching Meg be Meg too. She's such a joy - especially in the water!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it! Many thanks, Denise :)

[@DarrinHowells]

Pre-ordered my book. In my opinion, one of the best parts of KZbin is how it enables photographers to reach an audience that can then help support the photographer's work. Even though the book will set me back probably $80 (book + shipping to USA + the currency conversion), it's a small price to pay for the effort of making these videos and the enjoyment I get out of watching free content. Thanks Simon. Everyone who appreciates this content should get a copy to say thanks.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

That's a fantastic attitude Darrin and very much appreciated! I hope you enjoy 'Gathering Time' :)

[@jamesurzykowski4918]

As soon as you said the book is now available I stopped the video and went straight to your website and ordered a signature series copy of your book. Yes I did finish watching the video. I have been waiting years for this book. Thank you!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you so much, James! Good move as the Sig edition is almost sold out :-o

[@000pps]

I love the still at 13:11 in this video. It breaks a rule. It's not the same as the featured square and 4 by 5 you showed before. This is because it does not have A subject. It does not show one thing, embedded into its surroundings with clean edges. It is wide landscape format. You look at the left, you look at the right, you look at the center and again at the left. You keep circling around discovering more and more details. There is no spot where the eye can rest. But what is out there from left to right, top to bottom, is pretty consistent in tone, rythm, texture, luminosity (only little brighter in the upper right which creates interest and does not disturb or pull out of the frame) and story. The invention of the "all over" was attributed to the USA painter Jackson Pollock. For me 13:11 breathes this spirit of all over, and let me be immersed to the nature I love.

[@ProfMary]

You have a way with words and explanations, Simon! I especially liked your talk about connecting with nature rather than your gear. I find that when I 'connect' with an area, I make better images than when I don't. You have reminded me to seek the emotions in a scene rather than the technical aspects. Also you do a good job of explaining how you 'see' a scene in the tangled limbs of the woodlands. It helps to hear how you compose a scene. The images you got in today's video are amazing and you clearly demonstrate how you can create art from woodland scenes. Finally, I do enjoy watching Meg enjoy your wanders. She must be an absolute joy in your life. Thank you and good luck with your book sales.

[@narelle4868]

What you visualise, how you verbalise and produce those images is absolutely wonderful. What an inspiration. I am looking forward to receiving your book so much. Thank you Simon.

[@antonioaleophotography]

Beautiful video of which I share every single word. The composition is probably at the apex of the pyramid of this photographic genre, it is the way to order the internal and external chaos, the equipment is only a means. Good luck for the book I can't wait to have in my library. At the beginning of the year it will be my book's turn.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Antonio! I always very much appreciate your supportive words 😊

[@lynnecliffe3056]

Tension, conflict but peace- seems like a good lesson to learn on different levels. Thank you Simon for your continued mindfulness through your images and words.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Lynne! My pleasure :)

[@cliftonwhittaker260]

I love watching your dog as much as I do your photographic experiences. I, too, had a four-legged photo field trip and camping buddy for several years. It seemed like she knew to always move off to the side so as not to be in the picture. She loved camping in the truck with me. She has been gone 7 years this month and I still miss her.

[@RuthieH_62]

New sub. I have seen a lot of photography videos and your approach to each image is unlike anyone I've seen. Your explanation and thought process is on another level. You make the simplest of compositions spectacular. It seems you somehow bring more out of a scene than is actually there. A simple woodland scene turns into this incredible image, simply amazing! Thanks for sharing your work!

[@romiemiller7876]

Older cameras do work well. I use an old D800, and consistently have photos accepted into two shows here in New Mexico in which less than half of the submissions are accepted. Content is king, not the technical stuff-to a point. That's your point here, of course. Oh, and "Hi Meg!"

[@sfinnera1]

I always love your curations!

[@JamesLanePhoto]

Superb video Simon and I can’t wait to get my book and lovely print of Hobgoblin! :)

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Can't wait to get it sent to you 😁. Many thanks!

[@davidbailey1689]

I love the video, the photographs and your poetic descriptions. Thank you Simon.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, David :-)

[@Leffe49]

Wonderful Photos!❤👍

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much :-)

[@samnorland6105]

Thanks Simon for all your videos :) Ordered your book with pleasure

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Very much appreciated! Thank you, Sam :)

[@jameswburke]

Very nice video. Best advice I got from a pro was 'stay in one place for a while and take your time'

[@jamesattenborough2597]

Great message at the start. Lovely images. ...and, of course, The Book!!!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thanks again, James! :-D

[@donna.downey]

Simon, you bring such positivity and certainly an appreciation for nature that I love so much. Woodlands are one of my favorite things to photograph. Watching your videos and "taking the trip" along with you and your awesome companion Max have become so valuable especially during the pandemic. Working seven days a week has meant there is no time to venture into the woods or do any photography for the past two years. But I have traveled with you and Max and have learned so much from your videos. The fact that they help me forget the stress of these times is just another wonderful benefit. Thank you for producing such awesome content. Please continue to teach us and share with us! Of course, I've ordered the Collector's Edition and can't wait to get it. I am blessed to travel with two Australian Shepherds (Rusty & Spencer) and my incredibly patient husband Charles as I seek to improve my photography. I can't wait for the time to resume those wonderful woodland times and for your next video too Simon! Peace to you and yours! Donna PS I do love my gear and the memories and moments they allow me to capture... but I love that you remind us not to forget what lies in front of the camera and where is should be in our priorities!

[@gotophotoarchive9131]

Nice episode 👏

[@timscanlanphotography]

Hi Simon. Your piece to camera from 3:48 is inspirational. Really get the point about not treating nature as a commodity. I've spent the last five years "learning to see" in woodland and photographers such as yourself and Simon Booth are a constant aid to my education. Loved the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, Tim. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@susanfirth2279]

It always amazes me that you are able to see so much in chaos. Lovely images Simon. Congratulations on completing your book. Also, a really good message as well about connecting with nature then using the camera as a tool. Love watching Meg. She does love her woodland outings with her dad.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Susan! Glad you appreciated the message too :)

[@soethan.1349]

I love, lovely video Simon. 👍

[@laisnebruno8372]

I totally agree with your speech it is also my philosophy your second image is my favorite thank you for your videos it’s always the most

[@stuartlauchlan7061]

Another great video Simon. Really appreciate the way in which even your b-roll images are beautifully constructed and thoughtful - glorious scenes in their own right. Also delighted to hear the book is on pre-order and I, of course, have my order in. Can't wait to see and enjoy it.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much for your order, Stuart 😁. I'm pleased you appreciate the b-roll too :)

[@ruudmaas2480]

Now waiting for the package of my favourite woodland photographer to come. !!!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much for your continued support, Ruud!

[@michaelt7320]

Lovely video, Simon, with some great images. Your comments in the early part surely cover much of what good landscape photography, in fact good photography in general, is all about: the connection with the subject. The tools are our servant not our master. Well said.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, Michael :-)

[@tariqhamirani5891]

Thank you Simon for producing and sharing this wonderful video! I appreciate and enjoy all of them. Love to Meg. "In the woods, we return to reason and faith." Ralph Emerson Waldo.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

My pleasure. Many thanks, Tariq!

[@ellyelzinga01]

That very first image is breathtaking, I love it! The other two images are amazing too as usual! And also I love you talking about how it's not the gear that matters but the love for nature and the understanding of it.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Much appreciated, Elly :-)

[@Hirsutechin]

Another joyous walk in the woods with you and Meg, it was great to tag along and Meg is as much fun as ever. :-) I wish you every success with the book Simon, it looks a real treat!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed the woodland wander with us :)

[@petersmitham8273]

That made my day!..Thanks..

[@williamzaca6280]

Great pictures!! Simon, the last picture perfect.

[@andreagallo7550]

Thanks for another great inspirational video, Simon! Your unique approach to woodland photography and the way you put it on video is always refreshing for me, and drives me to dive more and more into woodlands and even my local city parks. Can't wait for my copy of your book, hoping one day to be ablo to sign up for a workshop!

[@BimblesWithACamera]

My goodness, Simon ... I'm a huge believer in serendipity and a quick update vlog I just published this morning seems connected in your words from this update .... perfect timing .. thanks for sharing :)

[@ChrisHunt4497]

Love "The Onlooker" image. Just amazing. Saving up hard for. copy of your book. Thank you Simon and Meg. xxx

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Chris :-)

[@sgingold]

Ordered mine today as well. Looking forward to it, Simon.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Fab!! Thank you very much :)

[@Rob.1340]

Thank you. 👍📷😎

[@larrysalaets7088]

Excellent images and a calming atmosphere!

[@andy_crane]

Great video Simon, can't wait to receive my copy of 'Gathering Time'. Woodland photography is so peaceful and rewarding, both from a mental and obviously a photography point of view. You manage to portray this fantasticly.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much for your order and kind words, Andy!

[@tjsinva]

Great message! 🎯👍 🥂

[@tompetersphotography]

Another lovely vlog Simon👍🏻 I think the last is really nice. Good luck with your book , I’m sure it will sell well

[@earthbeat.photographyearth5562]

Her we go😊

[@robroyig-robroyphotography9225]

Great video Simon! Wholeheartedly agree about how to look at Woodland photography, or any landscape photography for that matter. For me, it is just a natural blood pressure medicine, walking in the woods, and seeing all the beauty that is around me. And great shots by the way too! Such calming serene scenes that you capture 😎👍. Keep up great work!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Rob. Yep, it's the perfect therapy, so I'm pleased you could sense that in the images too :)

[@TimberGeek]

I agree with you on gear, roughly one year ago I upgraded from my ASP-C Nikon D7000 released 15 September 2010 to a used full frame D850 released 24 August 2017... OTOH my composition is always a work in progress. ;-D The images are wonderful as usual but Meg steals the show.

[@ShaunM-xw1em]

Now that l have safely ordered a copy of your book Simon, back to enjoy your video! Look forward to enjoying and drawing inspiration from your book.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Brilliant! Thank you very much, Shaun!!

[@ShaunM-xw1em]

@@SimonBaxterPhotography more than happy Simon to support both you and this channel if only in a small way.

[@Bussmicke2305]

Wow Very nice Photos You are taking. I couldn't resist to buy the book and I live in Västerås in Sweden. Thank you very much. 📸❤️. I found you and your channel and the Book Thanks to Thomas Heaton and his video with the big print I think you was the one who made it for him.

[@christophklimt]

Impressive pictures.

[@davidpipeline]

Thanks for the video, Simon.Totally agree with the sentiments about connecting with the woodland environment. I also think that if more people did that, they would also respect the woodland. Sadly, in my local woods, there are some who use it and abuse it. Fortunately they are in the minority and the woods keep fighting back with wonderful new growth each year.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, David. Yes, the abuse is difficult to witness but I'm also very fortunate to photograph in places which aren't subject to it. The other benefit of a genuine connection is that it promotes individuality in our work :)

[@JamieOverland]

Link passed to the wife....looking forward to enjoying the book Simon

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Brill! Thank you very much 😁

[@enricooldoino1967]

peaceful video .thank you.( as you know book ordered)

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thanks again, Enrico :-D

[@davidireland1460]

Really enjoyable video Simon and some beautiful images, I'd really like to see the images for a few seconds longer to get chance to soak them up a bit more, Just a thought, Thank you

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, David! Ha, that's interesting as one of them in particular I made a point of showing for a bit longer. I'll keep it in mind for the next video though :)

[@brianmurphy7962]

Beautiful video!

[@VlogPhotography]

Great video Simon! Ive just finished my woodland mistakes to avoid vlog! Was a little tricky as it was such a busy environment to photograph. This was a really enjoyable watch and really well explained. Great images all the way through. Thanks for sharing!

[@victorcarmelo8606]

Love your videos Simon, great connection with nature and very inspiring. That lovely dog has great character, might steal the show if he could use a camera!!! Thanks.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, Victor. Haha, I think she steals the show every time anyway :-D

[@davidbarnard6048]

Simon, have you ever seen Simon Booth's videos ? He is a dead ringer of possibly a long lost Uncle or elder brother of yours..... Seriously bro. down to the very love of the woodlands.

[@robinchun1]

The 5x4 is lovely, you clearly make the decision as to aspect ratio in the field, but do you ever think twice when pp'ing? and as usual Meg was a joy!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you! Sometimes I change my mind but I always try to nail it in the field :)

[@garyhill3752]

Book ordered

[@brucedelorme5026]

Simon, it's been a while. Hope all is well with you. I have missed your adventures, always so soothing in a way. Once again, amazing VLOG and beautiful shots!

[@markrossi5721]

Simon I think you walked right by a really nice composition. A tree shown at about 3:38 in this video for only a brief few seconds, but it caught my eye and even lifted my eyebrows a bit. Please go back and take a look at it and tell me what you think of it?

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

The b-roll has been purposely composed with the tree in mind ;-) I know the tree very well, it's a beauty!

[@markrossi5721]

@@SimonBaxterPhotography - What is the b- roll? Is that the name of another video? Can you send me a link to it? BTW , love your work. My focus is nature photography in Texas, U S A.

[@KPAki1Ler]

@@markrossi5721 b-roll is the parts where he's not speaking directly to the camera, like where he's walking with meg etc

[@gryphongryph]

Love this channel and have been subscribed for years and will continue to do so, but I have seen lately a lot of KZbinrs saying how the gear does not matter while at the same time using very expensive top of the line gear! I think good and nice gear can give a nice owner satisfaction and can also inspire to take more pictures, but I just chuckle a bit when I see the contradiction in what is said and what is shown on many photographers channels.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Hi! Thank you for watching and for your comment. However, please do listen to the video again because I never said that gear doesn't matter. I completely agree with you - gear does matter! I said as much in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZLIgmx7h65gr80 Part of my point was that some folk obsess over gear when they still have much to learn about how to make a good photograph. I spend a lot of money of some of my gear, but only once I know I'm ready for it and I feel like it will contribute to my workflow. I only upgrade when I've outgrown my tools. I would never say something as trite as "gear doesn't matter".

[@m.s.g1890]

If your friend is taking world class photos but still isn't better than his 9 year old camera, it must be SOME camera! lol Maybe he deserves a new one ;) I'm still using a 10 year old M4/3 camera and have only one 14mm lens, but I'm still improving. I'll probably never reach your level but I just enjoy learning and trying to improve. Great videos. I've only just found your show and it's so relaxing whilst also being informative and encouraging. Keep it up!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed it and hope you stick around :)

[@petrh.4947]

Sony A7R mark II (the same sensor as mark III) which Joe is using (probably ) was released on 5 August 2015 so it is not 9 years old, but It does not matter. Joe's photos are great!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

@@petrh.4947 Why are you assuming that I was talking about Joe? I wasn't!! Plus he doesn't use the A7R2.

[@petrh.4947]

@@SimonBaxterPhotography, I was thinking about which 9-year camera are you talking about. So this must be wrong !? kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4a4Z2iQltWsmdk

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

@@petrh.4947 A Nikon. Don't know which model as I'm not particularly interested. Joe now has A7r4 as a secondary camera. His main camera is a Phase One.

[@ChrisMustermann]

Amazing video, I love the philosophy behind your approach. In one point I have to disagree: Nature is no part of us, we are part of nature … and only a small part. 🙂 I find myself often struggling with walking through untouched woodlands, feeling bad about „destroying“ what is around me. Do you also have these thoughts, or am I overreacting?

[@dougmead3787]

Another great video both in terms of content and message. Visited web site regarding your new book. I’m in the US. Are your products available for the US market?

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks! Absolutely! Just pop your address in and it will give you the shipping cost :)

[@brianbeattyphotography]

Coming in from the bottom left of the image is... Meg

[@romiemiller7876]

"Gathering Thyme"? :-)

[@steveforden]

Hi Simon, I'm trying to pre order the book but it's adding a £15 delivery charge to send to me in the Isle of Man. Its essentially the same postal system as the UK and shipping here comes at no extra cost. Is there any way within your website to circumvent this do you know?

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Hi Steve. I'll look into it. It'll be treating it differently with it being outside of the UK. I'll come back to you on here 👍🏻

[@steveforden]

@@SimonBaxterPhotography thanks Simon. I could possibly just put UK in and then IoM as a County or something. That has worked in other instances

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Hello again. All sorted! P&P should now be the same as the UK. Many thanks :)

[@steveforden]

@@SimonBaxterPhotography amazing, thanks! Will order tonight

[@GheeSidku]

This video had more action than an average Jason Statham movie.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

😜😜

[@johnround8311]

How to uncomplicate the complicated.

[@runninblue9415]

Your style looks like it would suit large format. Just sayin. No pressure 😉

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Haha, yes I've thought that too. Too much hassle and weight though 😳

[@IslaVision3]

👏👏👏🤘😘

[@charlesjjones]

I can’t tell you how chuffed I am to report my money is firmly in your account and I’m now eagerly awaiting Royal Mail to do their international thing

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Fab news. Thank you very much 😁