We're in the middle of the summer 2026 heatwave here in north Wales, and I'm only just getting round to processing time lapse videos I shot the previous winter.
So it was refreshing to be reminded that snow and cold do actually exist in this part of the world.
Actually I find exploring the magnificent north Wales scenery much more satisfying in winter than in summer, especially on days like this, with crisp sunshine shining off a fresh coating of pristine snow.
And of course, you need a spectacular view to set off that gorgeous light, and where better than the Snowdonia (now called Eryri) National Park.
This view, taken from a convenient layby on the A4086, is one of my favourites, showing peaks of the Snowdon horseshoe ridge and Snowdon mountain itself.
And on this day, with patches of sunlight and shadow playing across the landscape while clouds and mist boiled over the snow covered mountaintops, was just too beautiful to pass by.
So my wife Liz and I spent half an hour or so just watching the scenery as my camera clicked away and the cars on the road drove by, seemingly oblivious to the wonder of God's creation, laid out for all to enjoy.
Filename - snowdonia timelapse 10
Camera - Canon EOS 6DMK2
Lens - 24-105mm zoom @ 65mm
Exposure (start of sequence) - 1/100 sec @ f/8, ISO100
Exposure (end of sequence) - 1/100 sec @ f/8, ISO100
Filters - 2 stop neutral density graduated filter used to reduce the brightness of the mountains relative to the foreground.
Shooting interval - 2 seconds
Music - Night Snow - Asher Fulero
Location - Snowdowia (Eryri) National Park, North Wales
This clip - HD 720p, 30fps (4K and HD formats also available)
Clip duration - 20 seconds
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