What It Takes To Be A Pro Landscape Photographer

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What does it take to be a professional landscape photographer? Surely you just need a really expensive camera? Perhaps you've got to be a Photoshop wizard or maybe you just need to know all of the science behind F-stops and optics?
The truth is much simpler. You just need to show up.
Some of the most widely enjoyed images in history were created by inexpert hands and were more the result of opportunity than technical prowess.
Of course, it helps to know what you're doing but even after decades of perfecting the art, there's still no substitute for being in the right place at the right time. This is perhaps the most significant trait of the professional landscape photographer.
In this video I finish showcasing some of my best images of the last 2 years with insightful stories into the experience of capturing the shot as well as technical insights into how I put it all together.
Every adventure comes with its challenges but you'll never win if you don't show up.
VIDEO CHAPTERS:
🔘Hot Chocolate Intro: 0:00
🔘Ghosts In The Woods: 0:22
• How To Photograph Tree...
🔘A Fond Farewell: 2:24
• They Destroyed This Wa...
🔘Meat Cove: 4:22
• Landscape Photography ...
🔘Glowing Lupins : 6:34
• Landscape Photography ...
🔘Tidal Eviction 8:55
• When Full Frame Isn't ...
🔘The Grabbing Hand: 12:11
• I Don't Know Why I Bot...
🔘The Emerald Cavern: 14:05
• My Apology...
🔘Bridge Of Gold: 16:09
• I Can't Stand When You...
🔘Beavercide: 18:13
Coming Soon...
🔘Eye On The Prize: 20:50
• Pacific Rim National P...
🔘The Full Bucket: 23:01
• Which Filters Do You N...
🔘Lean Into It: 25:00
• I'm Becoming a Real Es...
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@@treed3476 Thank you. I'm stressed out and only had four hours of sleep. Usually I catch-on to the dummies instead of becoming one.

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@@treed3476 I did too.

[@joemoya9743]

The white trees are not likely bleached... what is likely happening is called Silicification. It is where the tree's organic skeletal material (pulp/cellulose) is slowly absorbing calcium and silica through a process called dissolution. Over decades, the wood becomes a mineral. These minerals are white/clear colored making the trees looking white as the wood "pulp" is slowly replaced by minerals. It is similar to Petrification of a tree except the key minerals are calcium and silica.

[@Brock_in_the_North]

Everyday is a school day 😀

[@fototripper]

Fascinating. I wish you'd been there for that explanation.

[@davidpearson3304]

😳🤯

[@GuidoVanDeWater]

Can you come wirh me as a personal guide for my channel? I should have paid more attention to biology I guess 😳

[@dwightsorensen7313]

Awesome when people share their knowledge…….thanks Joe 👍

[@amerphoto1]

I mentioned after seeing your first video of your favorite images of 2022 that I had seen many favorites from well known photographers and that none of them came close in comparison to your dramatic images. After seeing your second video of your favorites, you have set the benchmark that all other photographers can compare their images to. Again, well done Gavin! You have worked your backside off to be the best!

[@fototripper]

Thanks Daniel.

[@ytubechannel997]

That opening sequence with the white church and soft light is stunning! Well done!

[@andrewlloyd-seetim1271]

Already the quote of 2023... "probably needed..." 🤣 Fabulous work Gavin, and excellent naming of the images too,

[@LarryFasnacht]

LOVE that first tree shot in the fog.

[@KrisLuckPhoto]

not only are you one of my favorite photographers, you are my FAVORITE youtuber in the photography realm. Can't wait to see 2023 from your perspective.

[@bigham48]

So many trezmendous images. Grumpton will be watching this and taking notes.

[@andrewgynn4502]

The bridge of gold is just gold let us hope 23 is good to you thank you.

[@brianbeattyphotography]

Great reminder that getting out there is what truly matters. It's easy to get wrapped up in product releases and buying/selling

[@ProcrastinatorsAnon]

Wow the Beavercide photo... it's like looking in the mirror and seeing a ghost

[@briansorrells8126]

Great pair of videos! Thanks!

[@mirojuric7486]

Beautiful photos! Happy New Year!

[@outdoorsinontario3037]

Thank you for these. They’re great!

[@kuruma10]

Again so many great and inspiring photos! Happy new year, can't wait to see even more!

[@hrorm]

Such a joy looking at theese photos. Youre an awesome phototripper.

[@scottvk75]

Thanks for the two weeks of your best. I learned a lot!

[@laurag9306]

YAY! Happy New Year and thanks for sharing! 🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇

[@derekcampbell4413]

Great shots. Thanks for sharing. Happy New Year

[@KarenBaker616263]

Happy New Year! Stay safe and healthy!

[@sornberg]

Great photos again!! Cant wait for the next book with those.

[@andymcgarty3099]

Just wonderful.

[@ShawRick66]

Another great video. Happy New Year with hopes of fun and prosperity!

[@richardpesce5325]

Great photos, Gavin. Thanks and happy New Year to you and Amanda.

[@merkin22]

Such great content; thanks for sharing your selves and the great adventures and photos that result. Happy New Year!

[@macsprotte1436]

Stunning! As always.

[@ssmold]

Fabulous images Gavin! Happy New Year to you and Amanda!

[@chrisburnard5157]

Excellent content superbly delivered by you both as always, thank you.

[@GlenDomulevicz]

Thank You!!! Always a treasure to see your images. Thanks for sharing.

[@alien6551]

Great video photos are absolutely awesome happy new year to you both keep the videos coming I love watching them

[@richiebolgianiphotography2989]

Thanks for all your videos this last year, and some of those shots are so good, especially the one with just the one bird, Hope you both had a good new year, and look forward to whats to come.

[@reddogtwelve]

Both recap vids are great Gavin-thank you! Loving Chasing Awe…keep up the good work.

[@clifflean]

Thanks Gavin, loved all the shots and your explanations of how and why. Happy New Year to you and Amanda

[@Deemac41]

Happy New Year Gavin & Amanda, entertaining (and inspiring) as ever :)

[@stevehunt4660]

Fantastic shots, enjoyed all of them, thank you. Here's to a happy and photogasmic new year..

[@naturephotographychallenge]

EPIC shots! Your videos & photography are the highlight of KZbin for me!! Keep 'em coming!

[@taraelizabethlivinglife4094]

Beautiful photos. I have enjoyed your videos. Thanks for sharing. 🌟

[@alanhumbard8298]

Very impressive video. Your explanation was like icing on the cake.

[@LauraJohnson23sVideos]

Another set of stunning pictures Gavin. A fond farewell has to be one of my favourites.

[@blwoods21]

More great photo's. Thanks for sharing.

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

BOOM !! Part deux delivered for sure !! Great collection of shots !! Looking forward to seeing what 2023 brings !! Happy new year to you and Mrs H

[@andrewroland]

Very enjoyable as usual Gav. Happy New Year from the Cotswolds.

[@DanielMillerlife]

Awesome works. You make it looks as if it is so easy. But I realize you put much work and time into the art if photography. Thank you

[@WaitdidYOUknowthat]

Hey Gavin, great video and happy new year!🎉

[@zwsplac]

An excellent haul of photos, both in this and your first video. Looking forward to what you shoot in the New Year!

[@Phil_f8andbethere]

More brilliant images Gavin. Thanks for doing the part 2. Looking forward to your 2023 videos. All the best, Phil

[@GuidoVanDeWater]

Great images! I think the bleached trees with that warm reflection is the best shot. Absutelty amazing!

[@dalepowell5368]

A wonderful set of images, a credit to you and Amanda too. Thanks for sharing.

[@brianmckeever5280]

Thank you for sharing!

[@joewelsh1804]

Thoroughly enjoyed the last two weeks - thanks Gavin.

[@laurelb8372]

Mant thanks for showing this selection. Your work is stunning and I look forward to seeing your 2023 images. Happy New Year to both you and Amanda🎉

[@allanternent8862]

Great gavin will look forward to ur new videos and pictures. Happy new year to u and ur wife

[@alyciabromar7870]

Wow that first tree and beaver dam is stunning 😍 thank you for sharing

[@francoisroberge3117]

Magnifique. You really know how to find the potential of a scene. Thanks for sharing..

[@tessm3420]

Amazing shots!

[@nickbristol3457]

Happy New Year Gavin and Amanda! These were really beautiful images and I enjoyed the video a lot. All the best in 2023 to you both.

[@klburt73]

Fantastic shots. Been recommending your channel to many of my friends, love your approach, informative and hilarious! Happy new year to you guys.

[@mcpsgibson]

Gavin, These look great. Thanks again for all the effort You and Amanda put into these photos and videos.

[@justingraftonstudios]

Happy new year! Looking forward to stalking you this year!

[@valeriehoffman8180]

Once again-these are just stunning images, Gavin. Thank you for creating these two videos and going into the detail of the scene, your thought process, shooting details, etc. So inspirational and helpful

[@grahamwickens6842]

Its been awesome following you and Amanda for the last couple years, looking forward to what come in the future! happy new year

[@davidherrington5735]

I'm very happy I found your channel, some of these images are awe inspiring.

[@stefansandmeier2080]

Fantastic stuff, as usual. My favourites are the beaver pond and the last one - most gorgeous!

[@RobVanElven]

Fantastic to see them all together and hear what it took in field and in post to get to this. Have a great 2023.

[@robertwhitemoto]

The Hand... was my fav of this video with Beaver side a close second! All of them beautiful! Happy New Year Gavin!

[@buggergut]

Thanks for making the second video with those gorgeous shots. I like that you flipped back and forth between your shots on the two coasts. Wishing you a wonderful 2023 and many years of exploring Nova Scotia for new places and compositions. Happy new year Amanda and Gavin!

[@mister_yog]

Wonderful images!

[@mattw4176]

Happy new year to you both from York UK. Looking forward to lots more of your humour and awesome photos in 2023.

[@exploringsoutheastarizona2167]

Happy New Year! Looking forward to watching your adventures in 2023.

[@jerryrichards8172]

Tidal eviction is SMASHING!

[@shannonsnow8298]

Happy New Year! I wish you two all the best in 2023! Gorgeous photos especially the beaver pond. It reminded me of Abraham Lake photos you took. Stunning!

[@OldGirlPhotography]

Emerald Cavern and Skull Canyon - my two favourites. Absolutely photogasmic stunning! Thank you for these superb experiences, Gavin. All the best to Amanda and you for the new year!

[@veronica0406]

Incredible images!

[@susanbailey3553]

Looks like you caught awe. Next book will have to be chasing more awe. Absolutely stunning images! I love the way you see the world. Best wishes to you and Amanda! And luck with the money pit!

[@iamdebmiller]

Happy New Year Gavin and Amanda! These two recap videos were like happy walks down memory lane, recalling the original videos we saw in which you first captured the amazing images. I think my favorite of all is the one with the dead trees in the water, Beavercide, I think you called it. That one is otherworldly because it is so unusual. But all of them are unusually gawgeous.

[@fototripper]

You get points for the correct spelling of Beavercide.

[@roscot40]

@@fototripper there’s a horror movie a la Critters (1986) that could role with a theme and name like Beavercide…

[@craigritchie6670]

Thanks for the second video. Have watched many of your videos but until today did not realize how important the music is that accompanies the “reveal of the finished shot”. Happy new year to the both of you.

[@felicityrostron9406]

Wonderful content as always Keep safe and have a wonderful New Year

[@guywilliam]

Lovely stuff. The beaver shot is a gem

[@dinsdalephotography]

Gavin you are truly a master of your craft! I realize these images are the best of the year but they are really so amazing. You and Amanda are such a great pair and a real inspiration to your fans. Have a fantastic New Year and I hope 2023 brings you everything you desire. Cheers Mate!

[@craigtaylor885]

Great video. Helps a person to get motivated to get out there and do some clicking.

[@JS-wz3km]

I would like to see you do a few more videos on focus stacking. Especially how you plan your shots to stack them later.

[@garyverstick1620]

Luv these fireside chats (fire in the Bailey’s bottle?) Happy you included my favourite: ‘Eye on the prize’.

[@robertnystrom289]

Most enjoyable!

[@doreenhart2732]

Happy New Year to you both, Amanda's comment "probably needed" was brilliant 🤣🤣

[@stewartmacintyre7857]

Happy New Year to you both. Looking forward to 2023's shots you share along with your humour 🙂 Group of beavers is either a colony or a family

[@GodIsReal]

I love it. So beautiful… great to relax after a full day of hard work trying to wake up sleeping people.

[@davidsherman3462]

great shots

[@cartmanbruh23]

Beavercide is my fav! just wow!

[@terrylstarks]

Amanda and Gavin, Happy New Year and thanks for a great 2022!!! Now let’s see what y’all can do to make 23 even better!!!! Stay safe and “get in touch”!!!!!!!!!

[@FIVE-FOOTLyth]

Fabulous Gavin! Happy New Year to you both. You have inspired me in many ways this last year, I’m excited just to have reached 90 subscribers 😂 Thanks for the inspiration - a fellow Yorkshire born!

[@mariusnixdorf4719]

Im in love with that beavercide shot, its just so mystic !

[@PereaPhotography]

Happy new year to both of you! Beautiful images(Beavercide is my favorite) and it’s been fun following along this year. Looking forward to more shenanigans in 2023. Cheers!

[@fototripper]

You get points for the correct spelling of Beavercide. Have a killer time on the Mesa ;)

[@mlevesque33]

Thx for those two videos Gavin and happy holydays to both of you.

[@mandigreenwood4374]

So many stunning images! It is hard to pick a favorite, but for some reason, Beaverside really stood out to me as the most unique. I am looking forward to what you discover in 2023! Happy New Year Hardcastle Family!

[@DavidW7607]

Brilliant images, truly inspiring and all done with such superbly entertaining and instructional videos. I am quite a keen photographer but my family all love the fun videos too. Anyway Happy New Year to you both, please keep up the great work and I do hope that you plan to do some with Grumpacious along the way.

[@johndavis642]

This was by far, a wonderfully special presentation! I am in awe of your talent and vision! I enjoy your hijinks and much of your silly stuff but this was a completely different level. Pleasantly and surprisingly serious, extraordinarily informative and wonderfully beautiful! Thank you, this touched me deeply!

[@johnloskot6038]

Happy New Year and lots of happy shooting.

[@genekied]

Great collection!

[@ItsMe-oi9dy]

Number 1: The ability to travel to and take images in interesting environments. Seriously, most people who've made it big in photography were financially privileged to be able to do so and thus could afford to travel to places like Iceland, Africa or other unique places that allow them to take amazing images.

[@fototripper]

Most of these images were shot just a few hours from home. Some of the best images I shot in my life were during a time of financial struggle. I haven't been on a plane or left my country in 3 years. Tell me more.

[@juanitakelly3082]

Thanks for giving your images titles that basically make sense! Some folks label their photos with titles that are too cerebral or are only meaningful to them and I find that distracting. Again, another fun review of your gorgeous work!