What to Photograph When the Weather is Terrible

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[@JallenMeodia]

Margery, there's a strange man in the garden photographing those old boats' flaking paint, again.

[@LauraF4848]

Can't stop laughing at "I'm basically a creep in a tunnel", then the "Yeah, he's the one" look & little nod as the guy walks past, to get the pull-zoom shot! Priceless!!

[@markenglish8513]

Best video i have watched in years to give inspiration. Living in Scotland we get a lot of "dull damp nothingness" Today is another of those days, you have however inspired me to get off my backside and get out and do something. Thank you...

[@tmbennett3593]

I’m currently in Skye looking out on grey nothingness and horizontal rain. You can go to an epic landscape and it can be swathed in cloud and rain. I now feel I can go out and find something to shoot. Thank you for the inspiration and enthusiasm!

[@john_norris]

Have fun - I hope you get some nice shots. I will never forget my trip to Elgol in Dec 2021 - the cloud was so low and thick, there was zero visibility of the Cuillin Mountains. I recall taking a couple of long exposures of the rocks that stand some ten metres off the beach. But still a wonderful and atmospheric place. I wish I was there.

[@RossMDavidson]

Sure you’ve already thought of this, but the fairy pools are best in those conditions!

[@liamalford1997]

You can't go wrong in Skye!! The moodier the better I say

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Haha, I feel like it's been this way for 2 months.

[@tmbennett3593]

@@RossMDavidsonthank you for the thought. Tried there earlier in the week, ironically quite dry!

[@mrkingdom6683]

Back to the old Heaton, congratulations, you've found yourself again 👏🏻

[@stevengroom6484]

Great to see you do something different coz let’s face it, when we have a day off you can guarantee the weather in the UK isn’t always perfect. Having some fall back ideas is great. Thank you 🙏🏻 👍🏻

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Yep, it's almost guaranteed 😂

[@Skulclaimr]

4:39 the Bicyclist riding out of the pedestrian tunnel is brilliant

[@krimke881]

I believe the life-ring is the best capture you've done so far this year, to-date. That was really something.

[@susaschweder6685]

If I had that awesome landscape I wouldn't mind the weather either. Great pictures

[@pictie]

i absolutly love shooting in conditions that's challenging it can only make you better photographer and make you realy get intament with your creative prosses .

[@julialucas6626]

Thanks for all the tips. Beautiful shots! My favourite was the minimalist photo around 13:30

[@doogee6157]

You never disappoint Thomas, you always produce images that i love every time.

[@john3Lee]

Those underground images in Budapest are awesome - I great change of direction - more please ?

[@bentchristensen3770]

After 6 months of almost constant greying and rainy weather, it's almost impossible to keep your spirits and motivation up, so it takes more than a short and shouting video to help!

[@garyverstick1620]

Great shots, great tips, thanx.

[@flyingfinn7909]

The last seascape took my breath away! Thank you for this different video full of ideas for ‘nothing weather’ which we have endured for so long. I am going to South Uist soon and you have given me lots of ideas to go out even when the weather is nothing.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Glad you enjoyed it. Hope you have a good trip. I'm hoping to get up that way myself soon 👍

[@AadidevSooknananNXS]

Love how high-level your tips always are! In the sense that it could be applied regardless of what "type" of bad weather there is

[@francisschweitzer8431]

Love the life ring shot

[@Harry-bh5dg]

This really is superb, I don't mind the crummy weather but can struggle to find something to take pics of however you have given me some good ideals, thank you

[@lead-dog]

Truly excellent Thomas. Very motivational too.

[@trevorbrooks813]

Wow, great photos from a man having fun and enjoying himself, excellent 👍

[@stuffbyneilsmith]

Great video and thanks for the code, I've just ordered the same book😁

[@chris5706]

Brilliant ideas. Proof that there is always something you just have to think laterally. Thank you.

[@roycarter2797]

Thanks for the video. It’s cold and drizzly here in Wisconsin in the middle of march. But I’m off on a Monday and soon I’ll be heading out with my camera to see what the work has to show me.

[@RickCarroll-Canada]

Your last photo is to me, by far the best. Thanks from Canada.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Wow, thanks. I had no idea how that 3min exposure would turn out.

[@RickCarroll-Canada]

@@ThomasHeatonPhoto Well it did and it's a wonderful and powerful image. Thanks Thomas.

[@altrujillo3566]

Your enthusiasm is so infectious it makes we want to charge outside with my camera and have a great time. Thanks as always for your great videos!

[@IonicH3art]

I'm an aspiring photographer and from watching a fair amount of your videos you've inspired me to be more creative with my photos and the different compositions I use! Love the videos ❤

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Great to hear. Glad you enjoyed this one 👍

[@IonicH3art]

i did thank you @@ThomasHeatonPhoto

[@scotty4418]

Loved the tunnel image amd the mono waterfall and final inage Thomas. Any day to be out with the camera is still a good day in my book.

[@travissaunders4686]

Good job, just what I needed!

[@user-nf4hd2rv3f]

Fantastic photo's, Thomas! And a very recommendable video for situations, where we after seeing you creatively handling this weather type, should just go out. I put the five idea's in my notes and look out for the first bad weather occasion, though it now seems to become spring time. Also good to go out! Thanks and greating, Bert. (abstract flower compositions I have tried before succesfully).

[@slaphead2965]

Buckets of inspiration. Thanks 👍🇬🇧🙂

[@Matt-B11374]

Just ordered the book with the discount. Thanks Tom. I'm near Alnmouth, so very handy!😊

[@chthonicchild]

The person at 2:45, their smile after getting the video was so so sweet! I love this vid Thomas, inspiration for when i have nothing to shoot :)

[@michaelj.1121]

Well done - your enthusiasm is catching

[@SteveBott1963]

Great video Tom, I love your enthusiasm as always.

[@user-up5rx5ek6f]

It's always a pleasure to watch your KZbin videos Thomas. Lots of enthusiasm for photography and nature. Very inspiring. Thanks!

[@michaelajoseph6856]

Thank you!

[@tjsinva]

Good ideas all. Carry on. 👍🥂

[@jimpalmer5217]

These are my favorite conditions, for all the reasons you mention. Love this kind of photos.

[@cbimage]

Great stuff. Thanks a lot.

[@RobHuntOutside]

Great tips for dull winter conditions - I can relate. Thanks for sharing!

[@chantallabelle8571]

I really like the picture of the waterfall! Beautiful!

[@philcorley4071]

Agree on the Budapest stations. All different colours. Very cool to photograph. Must go back one day 👍

[@renee-claudetanguay9738]

I love that you use square format a lot. It’s always been my favourite crop ratio as it is often more challenging to shoot. Thanks for the tip on the guide book, heading that way to get one, or two or…

[@jhaydnreynolds]

Useful video, thanks.

[@laxcdn]

I love foggy, snowy, frosty, and super sunny days.

[@gmantoon]

wow Howdon my old home town crazy never thought a would see you there.

[@christianpatton1852]

Some very good and useful tips for bad weather days very inspirational love your images from the day.

[@andyandhelenlouch1910]

Some cracking ideas there Tom! Just moved to Tynemouth and recognised Whitley Bay straightaway! Must admit, I'm always very nervous of having my camera anywhere near water, especially the salty kind!!

[@jmorty52]

Great video Thomas. Extremely helpful ideas.

[@richardmerritt5600]

Great video, one of your best . Thabks

[@john_norris]

You made that such fun to watch. I must admit, I nearly didn't click to watch when I saw the title, but you nailed it. I hope you get the views it deserves (you have "5 Things" in the title so that will help 😉)

[@andysuzierawlins5462]

Thanks for the ideas Thomas

[@cliftonwhittaker260]

Thomas, my favorite was the b&w of the waterfall but the b&w of the post with the pier in the distant background was a very close second. I admire your enthusiasm and creativity.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Thanks a lot. The post & pier shot came out better than I had hoped. It was a bit of a shot in the dark.

[@andybamforth]

Cracking stuff, lovely images and a different take. Such a useful video, it helps keep the photography absorbing and inspiring. Keep them coming. It's so obvious the thought and care you put into this work. It's very much appreciated.

[@huulongphotography]

I love your photos, minimalist photography is perfect for hazy weather

[@yuri886]

Great Video Thomas, very informative and gives great ideas to go out!

[@SloopJohnBee-vq6dw]

Great video man. Reaffirming a lot of things I like to shoot. 👍📸

[@JasonLorette]

Awesome suggestions, I like shooting on rainy days, it can be peaceful and some of the light is amazing!

[@fionaquinn8262]

Great tips.

[@MrDeanJamieson]

Brilliant video, fantastic ideas, and beautiful images! Your videos never fail to inspire my photographer's spirit!

[@AgillexUK]

Loved this video so much I've come back and viewed it again - sorry if that messes with your stats! It's easy to get put off by a flat grey day but this proves what a land of opportunity it remains. Brilliant

[@andypotts8062]

Well done on doing grim grim grim. The black and white images are superb, and I really liked the paint patterns on the old boats. Many thanks.

[@gary.kenyon]

Brilliant, really enjoyed this one. Great shots.

[@allansisson355]

Great tips and inspiration, loved it.

[@StephenandSusan6557]

That was so inspiring! Thank you.

[@Mikedegot]

I go out on days like that because if I don't go out at least once a week I get really fidgety and feel like I missed an opportunity that I can never get back. I have to take pictures once a week, even if the images are rubbish.

[@garymc8956]

Great feature.

[@mattdelcomyn8012]

Great vid. You generated some sweet images. Very creative. And inspiring. Thank you!

[@ginaherold]

The timing is perfect! I have an upcoming trip to a famously weather-challenged island. If I’m lucky enough to get good days, great, but I don’t want to waste any bad days thinking there’s nothing to shoot.

[@timrosenburgh8597]

Another great video Thomas. It's given me a lot of inspiration to get out on those type of day's as normally i wouldn't bother as long as it is not pouring down with rain. Great image's as usual. Look forward to seeing your next video.

[@adventure_photo]

Great tips! That waterfall shot is spectacular!

[@kevins8575]

Good ideas!

[@biscuiteater40]

Good stuff. One part reminded me of a saying that my boss hates “because that is how it has been done”

[@Ed-davies]

Awesome stuff Thomas! Just need to get myself out into the Welsh drizzle!

[@larryrudnick1519]

Very nice images, Tom. And an interesting change from your usual - NICE!

[@mamu5773]

Mega Video!

[@jonstout7635]

Brilliant and fun ideas!

[@jimbruton9482]

Great video Thomas! Some years a go I saw a photo of a black and white image of a landscape with the foreground having some flowers in color. It was then I realized the value of using the contrast of color on a somewhat dreary day.

[@sam.diamond]

Budapest has some incredible character for interesting images. You're making me want to go back with your photos of the underground!

[@srodigital]

Really liked the life saver ring and wave over image. Thanks for the video.

[@doreenhart2732]

Thanks Tom, I'm from your area and can't drive or walk too far, this book will help me with some nice locations, and great discount 😊

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Have fun, there are some nice little gems in that book.

[@zaptosemedia]

As someone living in a grey Northern seaside town, this video was exceptionally helpful! thank you!

[@johannaknowles8569]

Thanks that was a great video. It got me excited for photography again

[@robertmccullough2981]

Thank you

[@luzr6613]

Even without the audio, that's a great opening scene - and kudos to the Wardrobe Dept. too.

[@huwalban]

Great tips Thomas. Thank you

[@maccaphoto7407]

Nice one Tom, for the inspiration! I shall be out with my camera this weekend!… Just a thought or perhaps an idea for a future video… is the opposite to today’s video… instead of high key and light, what about low key and no light… ie like a star scape from a landscape location, you know get some stars and night scapes… it’d be interesting to see your take on it, applying your thoughts and style to it… I think it would work well with some snow covered mountains so they stand out or perhaps as well a calm lake for a reflection. Just a thought anyway and keep up the good work, love ya videos! 👍🏻 Matt

[@birgervoigt2374]

Maybe motion blur of the twig in front of the black fiberglass could produce an interesting photograph. Thanks for all your inspirational videos!

[@ClarityOffGrid]

wow. I always learn something new and fun from your videos. I started photography a little over a year ago. I was so excited to get outside and practice, but it was sooooo cold (Colorado in January). So we went to the train museum to practice. It was so much fun. There were models, and old trains and cars - even an airplane. There's always somewhere to play when you have a camera in hand. Thanks for the work you do.

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Thanks a lot, I'm glad to hear it, and I couldn't agree more that there's always something to shoot when you have a camera in hand.

[@timwingnut]

I love all of Thomas' content...

[@KellyPettit]

Another great video, Thomas. Some necessary motivation and inspiration for me. Thank you.

[@nickh3580]

Thank you very helpful. Fotovue books are excellent.

[@AndyBanner]

A very watchable and useful video. Cheers, Tom.

[@rickpetersonphotography]

Thomas, that was a GREAT video! Love’n the content! Cheers!

[@ThomasHeatonPhoto]

Much appreciated!

[@philippber6760]

Somehow I like these videos and pictures even more than the touristic bright great landscapes of Island etc. Keep up the good work!

[@nicosprague7740]

I live in Washington so this is very helpful lol, love your attitude man keep it up

[@aquaticcolledgefishing]

Im a beginner youtuber for fishing and nature photography etc but you're inspiring me to try Landscapes and minimalist images. That last image of the post and pier was truelly stunning. Thanks Thomas 💙

[@NatanielsArt]

Looks just like the conditions I had on my last astro road trip lol great long exposures!

[@valerievaleriem1769]

Really enjoyed this video.