The Landscape Photography Experience | Tools, Tips, and Hiking Alone in the Woods

The Landscape Photography Experience | Tools, Tips, and Hiking Alone in the Woods

In this video, I hike into the Ozark Nation Forest to photograph Magnolia Falls. Faced with a fantastic scene with tremendous potential, I struggled to compose an image due to the lack of flowing water. Nevertheless, I share my thoughts on a tool that can significantly improve one’s photography if used correctly, plus a bonus tip. Throughout the video, I share my experiences and lessons learned in the art of waterfall photography.

Previous trips to Ozark:

Glenn Samuel at Sniper Photography https://www.youtube.com/@SniperPhotography

The Importance of Scouting for Compositions in Landscape Photography | Ozark National Forest https://youtu.be/oB5eM8kzpso

Waterfall Photography Tips in the Ozark National Forest https://youtu.be/tTuxn5IagTg

Landscape Photography in the Arkansas Ozark National Forest Part 4 of 4 https://youtu.be/L9oowI41ITU

Landscape Photography in the Arkansas Ozark National Forest Part 3 of 4 https://youtu.be/u0ga9bG5NAA

Landscape Photography in the Arkansas Ozark National Forest Part 2 of 4 https://youtu.be/wYmDuI8tFzY

Landscape Photography in the Arkansas Ozark National Forest Part 1 of 4 https://youtu.be/j2DGETd1kxk

Camping, Hiking, and Landscape Photography in the Arkansas Ozark National Forest https://youtu.be/vV1yy3q7_k8

Landscape Photography | Hiking and Camping in the Arkansas Ozark National Forest https://youtu.be/ffMDgGXvrHA

Photographer – Michael Scott
Music – Venetian Blinds by Matthias Tell
Music – Kids in Love by Tellow
Music Source – epidemicsound.com
Camera – Nikon D850
Lens – Nikon 24-70 f/2.8
SW150 Mark II Filter System Holder for Wide Angle Lenses
LEE 150×150 Circular Polarizer
Composition Tool – ViewCatcher from The Color Wheel Company
Tripod – Gitzo Series 2 Traveler Carbon Fiber
Tripod Feet – Really Right Stuff Pod Foot Rock Claw
Nikon – MC- 30 Remote Trigger Release
Bag – f-stop Mountain Series Tilopa Backpack
Chest Pouch – Hill People Gear kit bag
Hardware – MacBook Pro
Photo Editing – Adobe LR and PS
Color Calibration – Colorchecker Display Plus
Location – Ozark National Forest, Arkansas.
GPS Coordinates -35.865450, -93.398567
Nearest Road – CO Rd 6
Image Title – A Day Late

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7 Comments

  1. @SniperPhotography on June 14, 2025 at 11:47 am

    A very fine location there Michael
    I have seen these claws in action and yes they do offer plenty of grip.
    Thank you very much for the mention.
    Take care buddy
    Cheers

  2. @robertwaters2032 on June 14, 2025 at 11:49 am

    great channel. I just subbed. I agree that it is about the experience. I’ve gone out to get pictures, and had a great time, but came away with nothing, at least some great memories.

  3. @ervinslens on June 14, 2025 at 11:50 am

    Brilliant upload bud, shots and tips are phenomenal! Bravo for this upload! 🔥🔥

  4. @moozarksphotos458 on June 14, 2025 at 11:54 am

    Another good video,

  5. @peterfritzphoto on June 14, 2025 at 11:58 am

    Another beautiful spot in an amazing place. Funny outro, mate! 😄

  6. @agnethaladuff8559 on June 14, 2025 at 11:59 am

    Cool tip on using a polarizer filter and the claw tip for tripod. The waterfall image is really good. Great video.

  7. @johneast7987 on June 14, 2025 at 12:07 pm

    Hi, Is your image viewer @ 3.52 a bought in item or home-brew? thanks John

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