Star and Travel Photography Big Sur, California
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- čas přidán 12. 09. 2024
- Some Travel Photography in the Big Sur area of California on this episode.
Check out my photos of Big Sur and beyond on my IG channel @brendanvanson.
Travel photography is always fun. But, it doesn't always go off without a hitch. We left San Francisco this morning and headed down the coast of California. I wanted to spend the whole day taking pictures and shooting video. However, I was having issues with my drone, and we got rained on a bit. But, eventually we made it down to Big Sur; on of my favourite locations for photography in California.
I didn't get to do a lot of photography in Big Sur the last time I was here, so I was looking forward to getting some photos. There were massive storms last time I was around, and I spent my time avoiding bad weather rather than chasing light. This time, though, was different.
Down at the famous bridge in Big Sur, we got some beautiful light and made the most of a sunset travel photography shoot.
Then, I headed to McWay Falls to shoot some star photography at one of the best locations in Big Sur.
Tomorrow here on the photography channel, we're headed farther south along the Pacific Coast Highway. It should be epic!
Thanks for this. You've got some good ideas--thanks for sharing them via CZcams. Lovely finished images too.
And: good for you, trying to shoot the M falls in the dark. You'd never been there but you used your imagination to set up shots to get the falls, coast and stars. That's thinking outside the box!
I drove route 1 it was so epic, this is bringing back so many memories!
Hahahaha Pigeons ...... Yes, creativity in motion. Star photography tips, entering that info into my memo on my phone right now, thank you.
That's some super saucey sensor dust you've got. lol.
The best part of star photography is that no one knows if you have sensor spots. haha
Nice shots. I almost fell off one of those cliffs a few years back when I was out taking photo's just like you. I stepped back onto a small ridge lost my balance and then almost fell right over so close. Anyway It is so beautiful out here. Love living here. thanks for visiting.
Great show of having to think on your feet. Not always run ,set up and thats the shot. So many times, you see an edited version making it look easy.
love your channel, Brendan, you super Vlog. Good morning today! Thank!
Looks like a great route for a road trip, loved the star photos, something I must get around to trying soon
+Ralph Goldsmith the perfect place! And, yes, get out and give star photography a shot. It can be frustrating at first, but once you get the hang of it it's so rewarding.
Bucket list destination ✈️🚗 Great tips on the astrophotography thanks Brendan 📸✨
Brendan be sure to hit Keyhole rock! The sun streams through the keyhole this time of year and a graet place for astrro photography.
Yesss 😁
Looking forward to the next vlog! I'm planning a vacation to Big Sur next summer so this is fun to watch!
+Mona Morgan it's such a cool place. You'll love it.
I can't wait! I'm staying at Kirk Creek campground right on the bluff overlooking the ocean. Your photos are amazing, by the way!
Cool location! Those night sky timelapses where amazing!
+Patrik Forsberg thanks man! Glad you liked them.
Pigeons!!! Ha ha awesomeness.
The night photography was so cool!
+Ceilih McGrady glad you liked it!
Awesome Brendan! Good information for my trip coming up!! You planned at the right time man!! ;)
+Saravanan Sankar haha. Perfect!
There is so much to see in that area. Hope you guys were able to have food at at Rocky Point Restaurant. You were shooting right next to the sign..
Thanks Brandan great start to the day!
+Paul Burley thanks for watching! 5 points for first!
Ahh the Bixby Bridge rode my motorcycle across that bridge many times. Memories. Thanks Brendan.
Are you staying with Sony or have you considered what you friend Thomas Heaton did and get a 200D/SL2 that is something I'm considering it when I finally get paid from my November and December gigs.
Loving the Nor Cal and Central California videos I have been up and down the coastal route a few times my favorite ride of California.
Cheers.
I haven't seen any spots on my a6000 (yet, yikes I hope not) but I do notice the front lens is a fingerprint magnet.
I have to agree ,the weekend I traveled pac hwy Was one of the best rd trips I have done .
+Nunzio Bianco right?! Best road trip highway ever.
Brendan van Son .keep am eye for a guy who lives work's from his camper van he paints the landscapes which look great
Brandon - do you still have drone issues? You just need enable developer mode and USB debugging and the Pixel 2 works great.
+Dan Griffey i solved it doing exactly this. Should have known this community would come through with a solution.
I’ve wanted to do this trip for many years but living in the UK it’s expensive. Having family living in Florida I just always go there because it’s affordable. I definitely need to do Cali though.
Seeking things you can do? A decent de dusting on the Sensor is a can do.
And US is still stunning - High Tech Silicone Valley around and NO mobile Internet?
.. still fun watching your blog.
It's actually a sensor scratch on the sony a6300. It needs to be replaced.
Martin - i
was there in September 2016, stayed in Pismo Beach too. Don't miss out on the whales!
+Johann Wierzbicki no whales this time of year sadly! Or, at least, only residents.
Just brought a 2nd hand Ipad Mini 4 to fly the Mavic with, works perfect with the DJI app and it's so quick. This is the 1st Apple product I have brought and I am so impressed with it I am thinking of changing the PC to a Imac 27".
I'm so anti-mac, haha. I have my old LG phone, but I left it in Phoenix. So, I'll get back flying soon.
Brendan, drones are ALLOWED in CA state parks (unless specifically stated at that particular park). That sign is not correct!
+Wrecks really?? The sign states drones aren't allowed anywhere in the state park. Really wish the laws and rules were more consistantly enforced.
I’m going to fly the drone. Never mind.
I’m going to shoot here tomorrow morning. Never mind.
I’m never posting on a Friday again! Never mind... 😂🤣
HAHAHAHAHA.
I like this comment. Never mind.
Brendan van Son I’m going to unsubscribe. Never mind.
I JUST GOT THE PIXEL 2 XL TOO. and found out the hard way a few days ago that I can't use my phantom 4 pro. If you mess with it enough though I got it to connect. had to update the P4p via my girlfriends iPhone
So, you got it to work in the long run? Does it work consistently?
Brendan van Son if you enable developer mode and search settings for "usb" and goto "select USB configuration" plug in the drone controller, then open the app then go back to that setting and just select MTP ( Media Transfer Protocol). This makes the phone re-check to see if there is a device connected via USB. If it doesn't work at first I just unplug it all and try again a few times until it does work. Not reliable but, yea.
Brendan van Son works every time for me, once you have enabled USB debugging in developed mode. Google it.
How do you get that scratch on the sensor Brendan? I’m using Sony and i would like to avoid that issue
+brotonel alex don't change a lens in a sand storm haha. Sony gear is actually really bad for sensor spots. Amazing what that mirror blocks. I get sensor spots even without changing lenses on my Sony gear.
Brendan van Son yeah i noticed that. It’s easy to have dust on a Sony and i’m afraid that I’m going to have a scratch. Haha Luckily i haven’t changed entirely from Canon to a Sony. I still have my 6D and 5d mark iii :) the problem with Canon is that they have left us with the innovations
Why did you use the 16-35, instead of your 14mm @2.8? Composition just didnt work?
14mm was too wide. Made the waterfall look tiny. Also, the protruding lens was catching some of the moonlight leading to some lens flare.
Brendan van Son gotcha! That makes sense.
Car MEL
Mmmmmm Caramel.
Dude, you need to hit the Pt Buchon Trail in San Luis Obispo for great seascapes - I'll send you a link/image on our FB messenger convo.
+Joe Ercoli got it. damnnnn need to go back. Haha
3:08 brendan is that a dirt sensor
Actually a scratch on the sensor. I need to get it fixed/replaced. Just trying to figure out how/when.
Brendan van Son ah yes that is one of the struggles of a travel photographer. I'd love to go on this trip those coasts look amazing. I live in the netherlands as you may remember but it is my dream to emigrate to California I think it is one of the best and most beautifull places to live.
Also you said dji pixel 2... I think you meant mavic air?😉
Please clean your sensor
As I've mentioned a couple times, it's actually a scratch on the sensor. And, I can't afford to replace that camera right now. May do soon, though.
why do your videos look so color dead?
Batteristafoto Canon and dirty sensor?
yeah it seems like it. Pity! He went to all the trouble to make this video and the result is like this. Bummer.
Didn't colour grade the Sony Camera footage. Daily vlogging is a mission, sometimes you have to sacrifice. I was up until 3am trying to get this online. I decided to sacrifice the colour grade. But, to be honest, that's one thing I'm trying to work on improving in the future. So, thanks for watching and your input!
I understand. Its a lot of work. I didn't watch the whole video but I promise Ill watch if you check out mine!