I Had a BREAKDOWN in Madeira 😩🇵🇹
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My dear Henry...over these few years I've been watching you've become a Top Tier Landscape Photographer. Leave the self doubt behind. You've created more great work (especially the recent Advent series), given so much positive energy and advice to so many. You ABSOLUTELY DESERVE every blessing that comes your way! Enjoy!!!
How true my friend! You put it perfectly.
I agree. 101% !! 🤟
Well said Keith! I couldn't agree more.
Well said Keith. I totally agree.
Henry, I am a 62 year old photography hobbiest, and your videos provide so much encouragement to me, and countless others around the globe. You're human, and not every day is perfect and not every photography outing clicks. But I know I can speak for every viewer you have, that we enjoy being part of your journey. Keep up the great work!
Imposter syndrome is such a natural feeling for artists especially when you're on a new adventure like this one. I'm so happy you decided to take your talents to a new challenge in a new location. I love seeing you tinker with the scenes and find yourself through your natural expression! Well done especially on the seaside images. I absolutely love them! That sunset shot - pure FIRE! And NEVER EVER EVER apologize for expressing yourself and your feelings. That's exactly why I am enjoying your videos so much. You're real. And in a world where more and more feels fake, I greatly appreciate how genuine and honest you are with us!
Henry ... never change! Nowadays, on social media, so many people work so hard trying to be someone and something they are not. Your photography and enthusiasm are truly inspiring don't doubt it. Your videos are real and we can all relate to them. Keep them coming and don't be so hard on yourself mate!
Henry. Question yourself as much as you like, but please listen to the answers coming back from your community. You're a fantastic photographer, a wonderful CZcams video creator, and a thoroughly sound fella. Your effort and skill means you're fully deserving of being in your position.
You never came across as being ungrateful Henry - what you did come across as is human. We all have down days and that is just, well, human! And the shots that you did get were, as usual, stunning - and as good, if not often better, than any of the other many landscape photographer's channels I wtch on youtube! Just keep being yourself, 'tis why we all love your videos!! Keith
Hi Henry - thanks for your honesty. I think it's quite common for us landscape photographers to have real 'down' days. Try just taking it one day at a time, and don't put too much pressure on yourself to get great photos every time you go out. You're probably still pretty exhausted after your Advent series. You'll be back - as enthusiastic as ever!!
Just seen this Henry . I get those feelings all the time . I call it discombobulation . It comes from being in new environment and disappears once I get grounded and settle in . I noticed once you found a niche your familiar with ,you were more settled and grounded . It’s all part of being human. Well done on another honest video and your photography eye and skills are top rate .
Henry... Mate... Are you a good enough photographer?? Of course. We are all following and watching you wishing we had the vision, talent and dedication you have. The effort you put in is clear and the passion for the work is genuinely up there with the best on CZcams.
It happens to us all in our lives, those moments where you wobble. Then you went down there and got lost in the photography again when the waves were crashing in.
You're an inspiration to me anyway so thank you for that. Keep your chin up fella. Loving your work.
Henry, my heart goes out to you. Everyone has doubts and when these envelope what one feels most passionate about it can leave us with both mental and physical discomfort. You have been working so hard producing wonderful photos and stories you have not taken the time to sit back and appreciate the gift you have. You have great ability to embrace the challenges that nature has thrown at you. You don’t wait for the perfect conditions but you have shown me how to enjoy every photo opportunity using a little bit of lateral thinking. Remember that you can’t achieve everything in one day so pace yourself and enjoy life to the full and it will reflect in your photography.
Hands down, one of my favorite videos of yours. As viewers, we can look at your life with envy, but when you open up about the not so great emotions in what should be a wonderful experience, it just shows that we are all human and can experience a range of emotions regardless of our surroundings - and that's ok. Keep doing you, we love it all 🙌 ❤
You don't come across as ungrateful, just honest, and I think many of us really appreciate it - I certainly do. I've been having some moments over the past year wondering if I'm just not good enough to build a bigger audience on here. I've also had a lot of things come up throughout the year getting in the way of all I've wanted to create - thankfully none of them too big, but it can wear me down at times. But what I've realised (for myself) that my self doubts come up when I focus on things outside of my control - such as what others think of me. When I can just focus on the beauty and the creativity, all is well.
I do think different landscapes, and conditions, can certainly influence our feelings too. Funnily enough, what comes to mind was my recent trip to the Lake District for the first time. Inspired by your video at High Rigg, my partner and I spent a day there, and had a fantastic time (thank you, as I'd never have visited without that video). Then the next day, because we were tired and needed something easier, we walked around Buttermere. The light was flat and grey all day. There were lots of people. I really just wasn't feeling it, and I think when we're away from home, we can put extra pressure on ourselves because we don't want to "waste" the opportunity. But not every day in life is going to be awesome. And that quote at the end of the video really summed it up. It reminds me of this poem by Rumi
This being human is a guest house.
Every morning a new arrival.
A joy, a depression, a meanness,
some momentary awareness comes
as an unexpected visitor.
Welcome and entertain them all!
Even if they’re a crowd of sorrows,
who violently sweep your house
empty of its furniture,
still, treat each guest honorably.
He may be clearing you out
for some new delight.
The dark thought, the shame, the malice,
meet them at the door laughing,
and invite them in.
Be grateful for whoever comes,
because each has been sent
as a guide from beyond.
To be honest, as someone who has been taking photos for the best part of 50 years, the quality of your photos is secondary to why I watch your videos. It's the locations, adventures, and enthusiasm you exude that keep me coming back
Henry, put that self doubt right in the bin. You have inspired more people than you think, including myself. You are truly good enough. You are an amazing photographer.
I also get days where I just don't feel like it, either making a video or being inspired for photography.
I've learnt not to force anything on those days and just enjoy exploring and being out in nature.
Love the last shot with the warm atmospheric light 🌅
Listen mate, we all love that you wear your heart on yer sleeve but dont ever feel that your not good enough ! Thats the road to ruin.
We all love what you do and watching your adventures, you have just put out an awesome months worth of videos and i for 1 wish you could do them like that all the time buddy.
You enjoy your holibob's and look forward to many more years of vid's
Henry, don't ever feel like you can't share how you're feeling. I love your honesty and realistic approach in every video. If you are selling a print of the colour photograph with the stack, I would love to purchase it. Keep up the hard work!
This has to be one of the most enlightening videos you have put out henry, it is good to see the darker side of being a photographer, it is not all light and joy as i have found on some occasions, it was good see that you came out of your mini slump (for the want of a better word) and got back to your usual enthusiastic self and produced some fantastic images
Henry, others have said it already, but you need to hear it a million times over.
You're a top shelf landscape photographer. Period.
Your videos are a huge encouragement and source of enjoyment to a TON of us hobby photographers.
Not only do you take amazing photographs and have a really keen eye for composition and editing, but you make it REALLY fun to watch!
Thanks for everything you do and the work you put in for all of us that ride along!
Life is a roller coaster my friend! We all have ups and downs! I believe the huge mass of loyal followers you have verifies your ability and the coastal images you created on this journey were amazing! Top shelf photography! Keep doing what you are doing…and thanks for taking me along!
I’m going to very honest Henry, having watched and followed you for some time now, it might sound silly but this video will do so much for you and so many of your followers. You’ve excelled yourself over the advent series and have knocked it out of the park, by the looks of it the early part of the video , you need a much deserved break (or a good Cumberland sausage n brown sauce barm)
I’m struggling myself at present and it’s the likes of your weekly videos, Nigel Danson’s, Mark Denny’s etc etc that keep me inspired. Mark Denny posted a bit of a heartfelt video recently, which was also very touching.
I think as humans we are sometimes scared of showing emotions, especially males. But once we get things off our chests , life gets so much easier.
Stick with it my friend as your images, enthusiasm and emotions are the reason why you are so respected in the landscape Photography/CZcams genre. That’s something you can’t buy.
Keep on going 👍🏻 and if you do decide to have a rest, you can’t have more than a week off 😂😂 we couldn’t cope.
P.s need an update on your OM5 as I’ve bought one myself 😅😅
Sounds like anxiety, I get it when I am away from home and cannot explain why that is. Maybe as you said, the landscape made you feel more at home and safe. Sounds crazy I know, but I would guess you would not have felt like that if your girlfriend had been with you. I used to call it home sickness as people still do, but I think it is more about feeling safe and is anxiety based. On my bucket list of places to visit....maybe one day. Great photos Henry 🙂
You doubting if we need you is exactly why we need you. Thanks for being honest, real, human, you. 💪💪
Down days are just that, Henry, down days. Tomorrow always comes. Upright and forward, friend, always upright and forward. Stunning work.
Self-doubt is a part of being human, sometimes as photographers we punish ourselfs with high expectations, The joy of getting good images is overwhelming at times, it's a part of who we are and what we do as photographers, another great video keep them coming,
Moral of the story Henry... food makes miracles sometime 😁😁. The end was just wow.
What a great video, I'm sitting watching this next to my hospital bed. These are some of my favourite photos you've taken no other word but stunning👏
Henry ... that black and white of the sea stack was breath taking. On another note ... I loved how real you were in this video. We all have days when we second guess ourselves ... we can't be happy, bubbly people 24/7. Thanks for showing us your realness.
Hi Henry. Don’t forget that you started photography in 🇨🇦and 🇳🇿(if I remember correctly). I think you got so attached to photographing Britain 🇬🇧 and you haven’t been for quite a long time abroad for photography and it’s completely normal to feel a bit weird. After few more trips I think you will be more enjoying it. Great video as usual.
My husband always says a problem shared is a problem halved....well a breakdown shared is a breakdown more than halved here, we care about you and we are here fore you through the good time and the rough times!!
Love your videos, please keep up the good work
Excellent video henry.
Hi Henry! Thanks for sharing that video, it's definitely helpful for people that have moments such as you did, and so great that you fought on and got the rewarding ending! Great images as always and I'm looking forward to the next instalment!
Thanks for persevering Henry! You're doing great! Wonderful shots, looking forward to the next adventure!
Hi Henry, I’ve only been watching your content for the past few months, but I love your honesty and natural style. You are an amazing photographer, keep grinding through the highs and lows and it will continue to pay off for you. I went to Madeira last April and also struggled there, in the beautiful mountains, Fanal Forrest and all around the island. I think because it’s known as a photographers paradise I think we go with higher expectations thank normal. I ended up with maybe 5 images I love out of over a thousand taken over a few days. Keep at it buddy!
Just finished the video, another great episode and awesome shots!
Thank you Henry for your honesty. We all have moods and doubts and it is refreshing in this world to hear someone share these. There is no questioning your ability as a landscape photographer and you have you best years ahead. Keep going the way you are.
Thank you for sharing your feelings with us. When I go through a ‘down time’, I think it helps me grow. You have again shared with us, another great video and photos!
Hello Henry, of course you deserve to be there, we've all seen the hard work you put into making your videos (especially the Advent series) and your usual (for me Friday morning in Australia) episodes. Go with the flow, you'll be fine.
Hi Henry, I think you are tired and overwhelmed. Just relax, you are a great photographer, you are going to do good, enjoy your time there....
Great photos Henry were really awesome
Well that’s cheered me right up! 😂
We are all complex souls, Henry - we can’t be ‘buzzing’ all the time. Perfectly normal to feel these things from time to time.
Thank you for your honesty! You’re a wonderful fella and a wonderful photographer. Keep on doing your thing. Your videos entertain and inspire!
Loved that b&w shot. And mate, it gets to us all every now and then, so thank you for releasing the video. It obviously took some guts, and we appreciate it.
Dear Henry, thank so much for posting this video! Your honesty and candour is refreshing to see and truly validates that our feelings, no matter what they are, are important to acknowledge, embrace and reflect upon. Truly, I have had many times where I find myself uninspired to pick up my camera, with self doubt creeping in, so to see that you, an amazing, talented professional photographer, struggle with these same thoughts at times, makes me realize that it is part of the process to improve and grow. You are such an inspiration and I love your stunning photos and wonderful videos sharing your experiences! Looking forward to the next one!
You are good enough love your work ❤
Henry Turner, you're officially my favorite CZcams landscape photo channel. Your enthusiasm, willingness to be vulnerable, technical savvy , great eye all make you a complete package for me. Been a joy watching this channel grow!
I’ve really enjoyed following your journey. Thanks for being real, Henry.
I was there, returned to Manchester airport on 5 Jan 2024 and had the pleasure of 10 days in Madeira, visiting all the photo locations. I was on a solo trip, sometimes felt lonely and emotional. It was a last minute trip, booked on Xmas Eve and travelled out on Boxing Day. I do feel for you Henry - not sure when you were there but it sounds like you were suffering from a bit of loneliness and homesickness. Madeira takes time to settle into.
I was lucky enough to experience some incredible experiences, that I will never forget.
You were simply overwhelmed by the location you found yourself in and you pressured yourself too much. Don't underestimate your ability. Great vlog!!!
I always enjoy your videos. Beautiful landscapes, interesting photo techniques, and a fellow who isn’t afraid of his feelings. You are growing deeper and deeper as the years go by keep it up. Thank you.
great video. i don't think i have ever seen you down in the dumps on yor videos before. some tremendous images today, thanks 😄
Some of the shots in this video are not only brilliant - they’re inspirational. The fact that you are in touch with your own emotions and wellbeing is also truly inspirational. Thank you.
Wonderful video loved it
Thank you for your honesty Henry, stay strong and don’t waver. Amazing photos mate, absolutely superb.
Best video yet. Think we all have self doubt and it’s usually the pressure we put on ourselves. I know when I go out I expect epic shots. And it can’t always happen.
Everyone has down times Henry, for whatever reasons. It gives perspective to the rebound and makes us even more grateful when the creativity pops back out again! You have been working hard. Just throw your arms in the air and yell "WHEEEE!!!" as you ride the roller coaster of life!!
One of the most inspiring aspects of your videos, man, other than fantastic photos, is your openness and honesty. Good grief, I’ve walked in the mire of self doubt so much. You help pull me along, keeping me saying, well, if Henry’s out there, I can be, too!! rock on! We are all in this together.
Great images!
Can totally relate, I have those kind of thoughts on an hourly basis! Great video mate 👌👍
A great honest video Henry don’t be too hard on yourself ❤
Keep your chin up Henry. Everyone goes through times of doubt and questions themselves about what they are doing. We are often harder on ourselves than anyone else ever could be. Very enlightening video and enjoy your work so much. 🙏🏼
Your honesty is truly a gift. Thanks for respecting us enough to share these thoughts. There ARE people who face these doubts. You’re a hero, Henry.
You are a hoot, even when you are down. There were some lovely shots. Keep up the hard work. We love it.
Thank you, Henry. I think that you are absolutely right that your honesty helps the rest of us understand that everyone has bad days and everyone feels down on themselves sometimes.
Your work and your channel are an inspiration to all of us, and I thank you for bringing us along through the ups, and the downs! Truly, thank you for what you do.
Thank you for sharing Henry, very much relate to what you’ve said about emotion and skill being tied together, I don’t always have to be enjoying it but if I’m not engaged with a creative project it just doesn’t work, technical skill at anything seems to evaporate! I have to find circuitous ways of getting back into the right headspace and sometimes it’s just a matter of go do something else and the right time will come round again. Not great for deadlines but I guess that’s just the way of many creative brains 🙃
Ps spotted your sheep hat in a wee shop in 🏴 last weekend 😃
Focus is what helps (no pun intended)! I am glad you found the light!
Wonderful recovery from a dark night of the soul. Very inspiring and stunning photos. Thank you for sharing.
One of the things I have learnt from watching your channel is the it’s not about the photography…. It’s the adventure we have every time we head out…. Your emotions are just part of that adventure not matter what…..
I’m sure you’d have felt better with a couple of Herdwicks ambling round those trees! 😊 Appreciate the honesty & glad you felt better as the trip progressed. As for being good enough - you’ve definitely got no worries there. Loved the sea stack photographs esp. the last one & the sunset footage was spectacular!
Great shots Henry, stay strong mate !
Oh Henry what an emotionally charged video, it’s got me in tears. I can so relate , my son saved for several years to leave UK and cycle from Los Angeles upto Canada to tour British Columbia ,and then fly onto Vietnam…a complete dream only to arrive in Los Angeles with his bike to phone me 2 days in saying exactly what you were saying ! I tried everything to get him to carry on, but he was questioning everything and I believed was on the precipice of a breakdown….I payed for his return flight home , he worked on himself and a coup,e of months later went to BC hired a jeep , drove through thick snowfall along the Parkfields ice way….climbed mountains, flew on to Vietnam. After years of saving again he just completed solo 2,600 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail 2022 ! So from his breakdown he went onto achieve, LA and that cycle was just the wrong place at the wrong time.
It’s so inspirational and to see you overcoming your “ breakdown” so eloquently and incredibly special you share this with us….none of us are infallible. Absolutely fabulous photographs , well done and never forget what an incredibly special young man and photographer you are, be very very proud x
I appreciate you being real with all of us. You captured some fantastic images in the end.
I’d just say this, of course you’re good enough, and one of the reasons I watch you is because you’re so human and normal. 👍🏻
Henry. You come across as an honest decent bloke who just happens to be a first class landscape photographer. I know that we photographers, if we are honest, doubt our own abilities from time to time but please do not doubt yours. Your enthusiasm shines through all of your work, even when you get yourself into some pretty grotty situations and come out with images which defy the odds. Chin up mate !
Henry, you don’t sound ungrateful, you sound like a human. We all have ups and downs. You shouldn’t feel badly about feeling a bit melancholy. You are a joy to watch for so many of us!! Beautiful images!!
You have been an inspiration since I started my own journey into landscape photography, I’m so glad that I found your CZcams videos back in the Covid days and got me hooked since. Thank you 📸👍❤️
He there Henry, thanks for this great video ! You are a top fotographer, don't doubt yourself. Love to see your honesty!
You are a great photographer Henry, keep going.
You came away with some bangers. Appreciate the honesty too, we've all been there. Part of it I think also has to do with expectation vs reality. That forest has gained some social media popularity the last few years and sometimes going to a location that's been done to death can I think skew your feelings. Subconsciously you're always comparing what you're doing to what others have done if that makes sense ; ) The photo around the 20 minute mark is absolutely great, and the BW's were spot on.
Cheer up mate and, I'll see ya on the next adventure, OUT!
Magnificent images! Happy to see your spirits pick up. Connecting with gratitude, as you did at the end, drives out the self-doubt. Peace!
Well done Henry - talking it out really does help and it was great to see your mood improve over the course of the video. You worked so hard before Christmas and we loved watching you but maybe you needed more of a break. Get back in the landscapes you love and just be you.
Your honest, authentic presence is so refreshing. While I am sorry that you had a hard time at first on this trip...you continue to inspire all of us (much less talented) photographers! Showing how you worked your way out of this funk was so helpful to others. I had a much smaller experience on a trip to Canada last year where I believe I had first created unrealistic expectations and until I slowed down and remembered to enjoy the process in this new locale I also found myself feeling anxious and over my head. Don't let this curb further travel excursions outside of your beloved Britain...you have so much to share with the world AND yourself!
This was a great video. The way you show the struggle and the way you overcame it, is a level os honesty that we don't usually see on this platform. We all been there. Sometimes we even just satay at home. But as you've shown so well on this video, even on our darkest hour, there is always a way to look at things in a different perspective, and in this case was for you to get back to a more familiar place to recharge your batteries. Cheers!
Firstly, you’re an absolute sweetheart and secondly you’re photography and story telling are superb 👌
Thank you for sharing your emotions. You are only human after all. Its great that you tell us how you feel. xxx
Landscape Photography is never always a given, but can also be overwhelming, which I'm sure all people suffer from. You always have to put the effort in & work woth what you got. Sometimes due to other photographers on CZcams that have been to locations you always aim to look at doing something different to stand out. This is the job we choose & have to work threw it.
One of the many reasons I enjoy your videos and your photographs is the passion you carry for the natural world. This is something you can't fake and no one can ever take away from you. Sometimes when we find ourselves in a different place it takes time and something a little more familiar to help us feel comfortable again. I loved this video because you did show us something that most of us feel at times, but you also overcame it. Cheers and Thanks. Great photos as always too!!
Gotta add to my other comment. Key phrase you said “first time I eh ever done this”. Well. There you have it. Out of your comfort zone, who wouldn’t feel weird. When I watch other you tubers bopping around the world (looking at you Thomas Heaton), I can’t imagine how to be that comfortable when out of my “zone”. Different personalities, right?! I’m totally in your space. Have to do things (anything) several times before it feels anywhere near ok. Be kind to yourself, H, you’re ok. So are the rest of us ninny’s who stumble along. We get there. In our own way, our own time.
You epitomise “keeping it real” - this adds to the appeal of your videos. Love those sea stack images. With just a few nights there you were putting yourself under some pressure to get a result and that may have compounded your negative feelings after the Fanal forest failed to inspire you.
Henry, sometimes things don’t go to plan and circumstances challenge our confidence. Thanks for sharing your experience. I enjoy your work and insights. Go well.
I think being honest about your feelings is good thing Henry as you said, portraying a false emotion can leave others thinking they are not up to it should they have no feelings or buzz. My affinity to a location definitely resonates back towards my photography and normally one of the biggest influences is (especially when I am abroad) whether I feel safe. If I can't settle then that normally results in rushing my photography and then move on. Loved that first mono seascape, was a class image along with the one at 16:45
Cheers Harry it's always better to be real with yourself in no matter what you do in life I find being out doors country walks or on the coast line helps alot for me stay real my friend and thanks for today's video mate 👍🏻✌🏻
Henry, I think we all have these days. I've been teaching for 27 years and some days I go home at the end of the day, and I just want to give up. Lack of inspiration, Some of my students did terribly in their exams and I feel completely discouraged. Other days, It just all works out and runs smoothly and I go home feeling on top of the world. It's all swings and roundabouts, mate. The photos of the sea stacks are top class. You should be proud that you pulled yourself out of the rut that you felt you were in and got on with it. When you get to the dance, the only thing to do is dance.
Congratulations for getting out of your home comfort zone, for pushing through the period of self doubt, and ending up with some great photos. Now, the next time you step out and travel abroad you will know what to expect. I wish you could bottle your enthusiasm and send me a jug!
Bless you Henry, you never come across as ungrateful. Your honesty is so endearing that we can relate to the places you find yourself and follow you wherever you go, both in body and mind!
Don't be so hard on yourself Henry. We wouldn't be human if we didn't experience these feelings in life. We all at some point in life experience self doubt. I personally really enjoy your landscape photography, so keep up the good work 📸❤️
Bravo Henry. Great video from a great photographer. 👍👍😎
Wow great wave shot Henry.
Henry, we love you and your photography. You're great! However, thank you for sharing your self-doubts. I think we all have these from time-to-time, regardless of our abilities and efforts, and it can be related to photography, or other things, like work, family, relationships, etc. Thanks again for sharing and I hope that you can see you're amazing!! Have a wonderful trip in Portugal!! It looks amazing!!