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2. Drivelapse

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1. Timelapse: Nightscapes

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Here are some shots from my trip in August to California's White Mountains and Yosemite, all shot on the Canon 5D2.

Film's website: timescapes.org

Follow the production at: twitter.com/timescapes and Facebook: facebook.com/TimeScapes

To contact me: timescapes.org/contact.html

Music is Michael Stearns. Buy it here: bit.ly/kAaKw9

My sincerest and most humble admiration to Ron Fricke and Mark Magidson.

Some behind-the-scenes vids showing how I did several of these shots:

youtube.com/watch?v=AoCx6sOCTQE
youtube.com/watch?v=Nxvx_LOnGhw
youtube.com/watch?v=sVzFm_NDhyE
youtube.com/watch?v=JGLSFSjyffU

Download iPhone video: timescapes.org/MountainLight.mp4

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stikman glaspell 2 years ago

I always try not to use lame critiques like 'wow' or 'amazing'....but dude! this is so killer.
Lucasberg (Joey) 2 years ago

True, I have run out of words to really say how AWESOME these are.
Jorge Bicer 2 years ago

Yeah, there's really nothing more to say than what 180+ people said here... I just can't wait to see what you will be doing in 10 years from now... where you'd be! You are an inspiration to alot of people, keep it up!
Clay c 3 months ago

you will die in seven days if you don't post this comment to 10 videos in the next hour. if you do, tomorrow will be the best day of your life
Sean Duran 2 years ago

Crystal clear. I think I'll buy an intervalometer when I sell my Mark II and buy a 7D :)
Sterling Morris 2 years ago

Sean, I am debating between a 7d and 5d. I have been under the impression that a 5d has better color and depth of field... What are the advantages of switching to a 7D? Were you simply speaking, "tongue-in-cheek" or do you see advantages to the 7d. Your input would be greatly appreciated.
Tom Lowe 2 years ago

The only reason to switch to 7D would probably be for 24p video. But of course, the firmware coming to the 5D2 will soon resolve that.
Antonio Segura 1 year ago

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Hassan Saddiq 1 year ago

Hey tom, I"m having a hard time believing image at :59 seconds and at 2:20 is real, you can actually see all those stars and the whole milky way like that without a telescope or anything in the mountains?

that's amazing if true
Daniel Dragon Films 1 year ago

Hassan, the camera, using a 30 sec exposure, can see stars that you won't see if you were standing there. That's why it doesn't look real.
Tristan H. 2 months ago

Hassan, the images are slightly exaggerated from real life, but on a moonless night in the mountains of Yosemite, you can see the Milky Way galaxy clearly and it's quite a stunning sight. I'd say it's about 80% true to life in brightness, but with your eyes there is less color to it.

Still, to me, one of the wonders of the world. The camera emphasizes it only slightly more, and it feels far more majestic and humbling when you see it with your own two eyes. I highly recommend a trip to a dark place to enjoy the same.
Albert Rudnicki 2 years ago

amazing!
Eric Ulbrich 2 years ago

Tom always amazing man. I look forward to more.
Spencer Black 2 years ago

Breathtaking work! loved the locations and of course the Baraka music.
Antonio Segura 1 year ago

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Michael Rissi 2 years ago

Awesome Tom, you just do it!
Dominic 2 years ago

Masterful Tom ! I love when the moon light grows on the trees. 10/10
Andrew Curtis 2 years ago

Incredible shots, I think you're going to have to rename it to "These Long Nights"
Philip Bloom 2 years ago

spellbinding. there is nobody else doing work as good as this that i know of. In awe as always!
Tom Lowe 2 years ago

:)
Bill Busby 2 years ago

Philip, I just watched this and was just going to suggest this to you for "critics" :D Awesome stuff Tom!
olivier auverlau 2 years ago

another proof than "time" is relative !!!
Rick Macomber 2 years ago

as always Tom... the best.
Euan Preston 2 years ago

One of the most beautiful videos on all of Vimeo.
Janosch Simon 2 years ago

totaly unreal! SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO amazing! im speachless

cheers janosch
Tom Guilmette 2 years ago

man, you got this figured out. epic work.
Michael Blackwood Barnes 2 years ago

Truly stunning, my jaw on the floor.
michael totten 2 years ago

Bravo !
Philip Johnston 2 years ago

Just when you think you have seen HD Timelapse on the Sony EX-3 you bring it to a new level using a Canon 5DMk11 in HD movie mode, some cracking WA glass and a timelapse self made dolly...this should win Timelapse of the year award.
Boreal Sky 2 years ago

As Tom said, epic work, amazing
Jeremy Wilker 2 years ago

I had to get somebody to restart my heart after seeing that epic work. brilliant!
Philip Johnston 2 years ago

stand back...all clear
Mike McHale 2 years ago

Amazing as always !
Andreas Karafyllis 2 years ago

Amazing. Excellent choice of music.
Jan van der Meer 2 years ago

Fantastisch! Imagine all those nights fighting sleep?
Stephen Lewis 2 years ago

Good work inspires more good work. You've inspired a lot of us! Stunning images!
Gavin Owens 2 years ago

That is really very beautiful. The quality is stunning.
In terms of sheparding These Short Days to completion, you should talk to the BBC worldwide. They are the most dedicated of producers of this kind of artform.
Good luck with the film.
Adam 2 years ago

I have gotta see how you did this on your behind the scenes vids. Awesome work Tom. Truly inspirational.
Nick Wilcox-Brown 2 years ago

Tom,
This SO impressive. Brilliant technique and vision.
Respect!
Nick.
Angel Apostolski 2 years ago

Hi Tom, amazing work. Do you sleep while photographing?
Tom Lowe 2 years ago

yes, usually during night shots.
Leclerc Brothers Motion Pictures 2 years ago

Ok its official I'm blown away!

One question, how do you keep the dew off the lens? I always have problems with that.
Tom Lowe 2 years ago

It's so dry here in California that it has never been an issue for me. I do own some Kendrick Firefly lens warmers, though, if it ever comes down to it.
Kilo Delta 7 2 years ago

stunning ! thanks for sharing.
Laurent Frappa 2 years ago

Brilliant !
Ken Scott 2 years ago

wow Tom ... thanks for the peek ...
you are doing wonderful work!
Philip Johnston 2 years ago

Just added you to my HD blog. hdwarrior.co.uk
M Boulos 2 years ago

You have created a look I have yet to see even closely emulated. Some of these images are purely metaphysical and I am eager to see what you are planning in regards to your first film. Lets chat regarding getting you a producer.
Jon McKee 2 years ago

Brilliant! Spellbinding!
Morgan Domicolo 2 years ago

this is incredible, it takes you to a whole new state of mind.
JMS 2 years ago

Amazing, 3D feeling is incredible
Rob Imbs 2 years ago

Wow, the sky in the satellite shot is gorgeous, it's all beautiful but that particular shot really resonated with me. Very beautiful, thanks so much for making and posting this.
Jon Rawlinson 2 years ago

Brilliant work. Mind blowing really.

I blogged it!
jonrawlinson.com/2009/09/timescapes-timelapse-mountain-light-more-brilliant-work-by-timescapes/

Hope thats cool!
Tom Lowe 2 years ago

Jon, you're the best! Thanks.
MiDive Networks 2 years ago

Good stuff Tom, keep it coming.
Tom Lowe 2 years ago

Thanks, Mark. Glad to see you here on Vimeo.
jsendicott 2 years ago

I've watched Baraka probably 5 times, and these images easily hold their own compared to that film.
Incredible work! Looking forward to buying your DVD in the future.
David Rilstone 2 years ago

Absolutely breathtaking!
Scott McNamara 2 years ago

Awesome work! Makes me miss Yosemite...
Michael Fletcher 2 years ago

Hey Tom. Your Daaa Maannn once again. Really awesome stuff as per usual. Loved the music. Very atmospheric. I have used a bit of James Newton Howard on my last clip which was great. Hope he doesn't find out and sue my dumb aussie ass.

You got all the big guns commenting on your latest vid which is unreal. I'd love to do some of this stuff in the Kimberley one day. Only problem is the croc's which like white meat for a midnight snack.

Keep up the good work and I'm looking forward to seeing the next 9 minute epic.

Mike
Tom Lowe 2 years ago

Well all the big guns weren't here till you showed up, Mike! :)

Thanks for the kind words. Your vids are legend.
Michael Fletcher 2 years ago

Ha Ha sure sure!!! I'm just a light weight batting outside my weight division. Your Mr Timescapes your the leader of the pack. No one touches your shit for coolness.

Mike
Luke Brooks 2 years ago

You amaze me, I want to be just as awesome as you!
Phil Holland 2 years ago

Exemplary work Tom. Beautiful execution and technique. Not more more to say than that.
Tom Lowe 2 years ago

Thanks, Phil. Was sorry we missed hooking up on that AT&T building thing.
caliu 2 years ago

Excellent work Tom, the colours&focus in the MW are now very much better.
Congrats
bmfcker 2 years ago

Man, good stuff!
But i hope one day, when you start working as a full time pro, you won't forget us and still could throw here sth to watch and loose jaws ;)
Timelapses.es 2 years ago

Incredible, Tom!. You are the fucking master of the Timelapses!.
Brönnimann 2 years ago

Hope, that you find somebody who is going to support you in your beautiful work.
jörg
Boon Ong 2 years ago

That's really a beauty!
Marina Sudarkova 2 years ago

Mesmerizing!
Lauri Inc 2 years ago

Simply breathtaking! Too bad your download link does not work! :(
Tom Lowe 2 years ago

I think Vimeo only allows 200 per day?
der gaertner 2 years ago

i love every second!
thanks!!
Ío 2 years ago

I amazing your creation, is very beautiful, great job.
Thanks¡¡¡
Thierry 2 years ago

Timelaps + HD = AMAZING
planetMitch 2 years ago

Featured on planet5D! blog.planet5d.com/8bt
Tom Lowe 2 years ago

Thanks, Mitch.
Luis Caldevilla 2 years ago

Técnicamente perfecto. Visualmente maravilloso.
Olivier Koos 2 years ago

impressive!
Lonny Quattlebaum 2 years ago

dooood
Robert Vinet 2 years ago

Another fantastic timelapse Tom. I very much enjoy your work. Thank you for sharing it with us.
BumKi Cho 2 years ago

Tom, a great timelaps!! I also liked watching behind the scene videos. Keep them coming. Thanks.
King Learie 2 years ago

Superlative
Matt White 2 years ago

stunning...
Chris Mierzwinski 2 years ago

Tom you did it again. Brought the awe of the sky for everyone to see. 2:13 is out of this world, then followed by the moonlight. :)
Can't wait to see more stuff from you next summer. I hope you get some coin backing.
Andrew Walker 2 years ago

Looks good as always man. Looking forward to your timelapse short film. Kind of curious how it turns out because I'm working on one as well.
DURBAN 2 years ago

If there is such a thing as the perfect timelapse, then I think you have achieved it. In my book you are the master of perfect timelapse…
Forrest Pound 2 years ago

yay- the whites are beautiful arent they- great job capturing the bristle cones with such an exquisite time lapse. As a local, I feel you did the range justice.
Anders Dahl 2 years ago

This video is unbelievable. So stunning!
Making me want to go camping in the desert right now.
Cedric Gillissen 2 years ago

wow.....no words.....
Steve Januszek 2 years ago

amazing!!amazing..cant even believe this..isn´t our planet unbelievable?
Iris Inbar 2 years ago

I can't believe what I just saw..
so incredible.. thank you for making this!!
dan mccourt 2 years ago

well nice, the camera and yourself are very special .
cassidy 2 years ago

Awesome Dude, notice nobody can go wrong filming the stars.
Dan Carter 2 years ago

Geez! That was outstanding!
John Doe 2 years ago

Very well done. Do you mind if I use it in one of my clips (giving full credits, of course). I'd like more people to watch this.
Steve Drew 2 years ago

The exposures... how did you pull off those exposures!??
Mike Kobal 2 years ago

this is fantastic!
Norm Cobb Jr 2 years ago

Impeccable!

I noticed as the sun came up on some scenes that the stars were still visible in the sky. How is that possible without some editing of the images?