Rainy Day Van Camping Alone on the Coast (Washington) 

Christian Schaffer's videos are like the Mercedes Benz of vanlife vids. A little more rare but the top of the line in quality.

The mere thought of being there right now in that van whilst it’s raining is just phenomenally soothing. I could watch the rain drops slipping down over the glass whole my life.

I grew up in the mountains but ended up living in flat old Florida working a lot of stressful hours for a big company. When I miss my mountains and need to decompress I watch one of Christian's videos and get 15 minutes of total Zen. Her cinematography is better than most feature movies. I feel totally transported to wherever she is recording. And her music choices are spot on. Keep up the amazing work. It's truly one of the best 1% of all things on the internet.

When I watch your videos I am reminded of the saying "The worst day fishing is better than the best day working". To paraphrase - your worst day is no doubt better than the best days of most of us "out here". Keep doing what you do as long as you want and we will be here to watch.

The way you film the scenery, combined with the music you choose, is always so magical! I always look forward to your videos.

6:19 Aha, the audio transition is cool, when what is not very important turns into what is important - into nature.

No editing needed just real life being authentic to who you are !

Hi Christian! I've only just discovered your channel very recently and have been binge watching your videos for several days now. Your channel is really wonderful and very inspiring. Your videos are very subtle (and I mean that as a compliment). So many people in your situation take themselves very seriously and seem starved for attention. You, however are the exact opposite. Your videos are so soothing and nurturing. My wife (51) and myself (53) had traveled the country extensively before finally settling down on the East Coast. Wanderlust was a huge part of our lives for years and I don't think it ever truly leaves you. So, your channel has been a breath of fresh are. Your voice, your whole style in fact, is very comforting. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Keep doing what you're doing and we'll keep watching. :) 🙏💓

I’m sorry but it’s a little unfair how much talent you have. One person alone shouldn’t have all the great instincts it takes to capture dreary weather and make people envy you for being out there to enjoy it. I hate rain, but watching you go through so much to create such captivating content makes me appreciate it. It’s too bad the weather and conditions hampered your attempts to get a great shot of the eclipse, but can I just say the clip you showed of last year’s eclipse was just mind numbingly perfect. Don’t get me wrong I think music plays a role too, but how you manage to take advantage of angles and imperfections to set up a shot and create a mood is just mind blowing. When I first clicked on your videos years ago, it was a thumbnail of the view from the back of your van. How much do you wanna bet that you’re pretty much a pioneer for vanlifers today who saw that same video and thought “now that’s how you should live - out in the open and on your own timeline”. Bet no one expected to come across a RU-vidr who shares her skills and talent with a camera. I’ve lost track of how many screenshots I take per video to use as my laptop iPad and phone backgrounds. You really can’t find a bad angle huh? Please don’t hesitate in putting content out there- any short video of a brief footage or montage is better than waiting weeks and months. Even if you think it doesn’t live up to your expectations, pretty sure it’s still gonna leave people in awe. I know you probably share short clips on other platforms but I only have instagram and open the app about once or twice a year so I rely mostly on your videos for screen grabs. Being able to rotate and see all the different places you’ve been makes me feel like I’m on a constant virtual tour of the best views and places. 😊

I never get tired of your videos . The cinematography, and storytelling are awesome!

Sound of waves in the Ocean and raindrops on the glass windows - I can die peacefully! Thank you for sharing the experience 🤗💕🕊

Hollywood needs young talent like you! Your smile lights up a room! Thanks for the videos!

Love a rainy day… when I’m inside, warm, dry, and can relax and consider the good things.

Ha! I like how you caught yourself going into the details of Starlink, where it works, how cumbersome to set up, where the connection works best, the cost…. and then faded it out as you brought us back to what’s important, your art in the beauty around you. Great insight on your music choices too, you work a finer degree… yeah. Love those chocolate espresso 🫘 a delicious way to get a little wired. A nice way to endure this episode’s string of gray and honest hiccups. As always Christian, thanks for what you do. ✌🏼♥️🙂

You know what's really amazing? You're giving us the superpower that you talked abt through your videos. I, a fund manager working in financial district of Korea, can live vicariously through you, and experience what it's like to live as a van lifer / film maker/photographer half across the globe. Thank you for the superpower :)

Stunning views of the PNW, the fog in those trees, a favorite view! This is the time for peace, tranquility and reflection.

Your artistry allows your viewers to enjoy some beautiful moments of what some would see as a dreary uninteresting rain at the beach. The music switches your attention from the gloomy rain, to a scene that has great content, and provides peacefulness. Another example of your storytelling, that mesmerizes your viewers!

Those 5 shots of the Alpine canopy with the mist rolling through... pure PNW gold !!!

Nearly all the van dwellers are leaving YT and buying houses. And while I think it's great for them, and eventually you, it makes your remaining time on YT in your van so much inspiring to watch.

You strike me as someone so strong, so intelligent, so vulnerable, so beautiful!

You’re amazing… I love your independence

it takes quite a bit of talent and courage to turn a mostly failed day into an entertaining, informative video. keep 'em coming.

It was nice to see you just being yourself so comfortable and relaxed talking to us.. Just one of those days where everything doesn't go the way you would like..

I laughed out loud when you spotted the guy filming on the side of the road, and said it would be kreepy to stop. That was a small bit of honesty and I am glad you left it in. Also, I can tell you that there is nothing kreepy about a beautiful woman stopping to talk to me.

I just found your channel recently & I'm so in love with how you put so much magic in your video's. I can see allll the work you do to make them come alive. Thank you 🌙🌻

Dear Christian, In your last video you asked for people to give you ideas of what they want to see as you feel that your life is predictable. I can imagine that after living it so long it may feel like that to you however please allow me to assure you it does not feel like that to others ( I know it does not feel like that to me, I love my home and have lived most of my life in two places in the world and I explore and travel however not van life style just usual after work/ weekend / holidays stuff which makes even the most mundane elements of your life no matter how repetitive- charming and interesting to see, you make your coffee at different angles, in different weathers , in different places, in different clothes and it makes me feel like I am there with you in your journey, and I can smell it😊). I follow your channel for more then couple of years now and I eagerly anticipate every video you post long or short as you have rarest gift on this planet - you make heart and soul feel deep, beautiful emotions ( I know I feel these when I watch your videos and I am sure others do too). The way you show the nature, the light, the way you put images and movement together and the music you choose and the words you share are so beautiful, inspiring and enchanting and calming and profound sometimes that I am mesmerised and can watch your content over and over again and also reliving those feelings every time. It also allows me to think about my life and expand my horizons. You are not only beautiful as a human being and a woman, you also have immense depth and beauty in you which shows in the content you create. Your videos are art, and your unique way of finding the most atmospheric shots and highlighting the beauty of these with epic music and your thoughts on life in general or what you are going through makes you stand out from the sea of other creators. For me I would love for you to please continue doing what you do which is showing us the magnificence of the nature in all seasons and weathers with beautiful music and your thoughts on life as every video you post leaves me with wanting more. I would love for your videos to be longer with longer moments of just nature and music and your thoughts as its not only making me feel deep beautiful emotions but also calms my anxieties and inspires me to look at the world through the eyes which notice its beauty. I admire how you can so skilfully pick up on and beautifully film and show all the faces of nature and how it changes and how it feels with different light, different time of day or season, sometimes calm sometimes wild and powerful. What you do in the videos you post shows your immense talent for taking what you see and experience in life and making it into a beautiful, meaningful, engaging story through your hard work and dedication and determination to fight obstacles which is appreciated and for many I am sure life changing. Without sounding like I do not appreciate your hard work and heart you put into these videos , if at all possible I would love to please ask you for longer and more frequent videos of exactly what you created thus far as you are incredible in what you do and you have no competition in my eyes despite like you say many who also live that lifestyle and film it. Listen to yourself as you have a great gift which I hope you will continue sharing with us and I know I will continue to share your channel with people who come into my life as it is so inspiring and full of wisdom, artistry, depth and calm. Thank you so much for this gift.

The way you embrace the non-ideal parts of your creative process are so refreshingly honest in a world increasing overcome with veneer. Thank you for another peaceful escape to the PNW!

Sometimes more often than not I imagine an acoustical guitar solo by Christian on a soft rainy day. Quenched much like the parse dry ground that has been patiently waiting for moisture ❤

The biggest problem l see for you in van life is stalkers and marriage proposals. But that has nothing to do with the unbelievable quality and beauty of nature in your videos. Keep up the entertaining work.

Beautiful rain. There´s a saying: Rain for today, whisky for tomorrow . :))

Кадры, где ты бегаешь по пляжу от догоняющих тебя волн, как ребёнок, аж самого заставляют вспомнить каким я был в детстве и как всё вокруг меня иначе воспринималось, чем сейчас. Люблю твои видео, и оставайся в душе ребенком как можно дольше. 😊

falling asleep to the sound of the ocean is definitely one of The Best Things Ever. while i really like your more polished videos, these candid ones are fantastic. you come across as somehow even more relatable, which i think is what we humans need... to feel that we're not alone. which is really important for an introvert.

How wonderful to able to spend a few moments with you again. Thank you!❤

I moved to Oregon and was hooked on fog pictures amongst the trees, especially along the coast. Im enjoying your vlog !

I love when you give tips on filming, the music and how you set up! So helpful!

Christian you need to know you are so so talented! This video gave me literal goosebumps! Good for you! I love this so much

Amazing!!! I have been hoping for this beautiful day to come. Thank you Beautiful Soul ❤️🤗🙏🏾🌹

Nice area, but if you get tired of rain then come hang out in So. Utah. It’s warm and sunny here! You can ride your bike all over down here. Enjoy wherever you travel. 😎

It's always good to see and hear from you. I'm glad you are safe and healthy. ❤️ 🙏 Hope you get some dry, sunny days.

Once again, beautifully shot, fun, and most importantly... real. ❤

Christian thank you for the escape from the dull and mundane of my life :)

Haha, love the 6:20 rant transition. I wish I could do that to myself in real life multiple times a day.

You look lovely on a rainy day. It’s still enjoyable to watch you work even when things go wrong.

Christian, I have to say it over and over I LOVE your videos!!!! I could rewatch every one I’ve seen because they are so beautiful and you are so expressive with your words!!! Thank you so much for sharing your work with us!!!!♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻

I sure miss the coast. Thanks for sharing. 😊

The way you capture nature is so beautiful. Thank you!

I'm ready for a string of sunny days.

I love the sound and silence of the rain... beautiful story. Wishing I could rather take part in 🙂

As usual, some of the best landscape videography! I want to do the same thing you’re doing! Take landscape photos and videos. Thanks Christian for the pick-me-up.

I have no words so just this. ILY thank you!

HAAAPPY BIRTHDAAAAYYY super-Schaffer!!!🎉🥳✨🎂😄 I hope the world gives you back today as much love as you give!

Hey Christian. Seeing a new video from you just made my day a whole lot better. I have written it before your stories and videos just get to me in so many ways. Thank you for keep giving me these feelings and emotions 😊. Stay safe all ❤ Michael 🇩🇰.

I love what you did with the fadeout of nerd talk around 6min... I realise this is what is must be like for my wife and kids when we are hiking.

Love the speed-up/slow-down with blowing fog/clouds! Very cool effect! And so enjoy your stories!

Always so blessed to watch your video, even with all the chaos.

You made my evening!!! I used to watch a multitude of van videos leading up to and during the build of my van. You were one of the select people I craved videos from. I decided to check in after months of RU-vid viewing hiatus, and your video location is where my son and I had our first van adventure together a few weeks ago!!! It was an unplanned and magical. Thanks for the inspiration. I can't be thankful enough that the experiences you and others share are now my reality.

Few can do what you can do with a rainy day. Even with all the missteps with equipment you made great content.

Breath taking images, thank you.

Your videos always make me smile.

Nice work again. Salute to your courage, Christian. Keep going.

Rainy morning on the coast - paradise!

Good to see you back in another video!

great light-hearted video. Ms. Schaffer has the best stories to share with us.

Amazing quality in all terms

Thank you Christian for putting yourself in so much more of the video than usual. I enjoyed it much more and it kept me engaged all the way to the end. You are very enjoyable to see and hear. I know it's not as natural for you to do that because you're more introverted. But it really does make a difference. We are here for you first, and second for the scenery and your beautiful camera work. You bring the scenery to life with you in it. You are pleasant to listen to and pretty to look at. Don't underestimate your appeal to your viewers.

Such an amazing video Christian !! :)

Very immersive! I always love it. :)

Wow! Really liked the way your voice faded out and the nature shot and sounds moved in! The impact it had!

The most beautiful scenery I have ever seen. You have amazing talent young lady 😊

That video made me feel right at home since I live on the Oregon Coast (Bandon). The recent eclipse didn't change the amount of daylight by much here, and it was cloudy too. By now I am tired of the rain, but your video showed how peaceful life can be even in the rain!

Thanks for bringing us down to the coast in the cold and rain and getting into you van 3 times for us. Amazing storytelling, thanks for sharing the amazing moments even cold and raining.

i adore you and your videos so much. please never stop its that good!

You have such an artists eye. Gorgeous videos. Thanks!

You're an inspiration to all who are compelled to live a rewarding life in harmony with nature.

You are a joy!

The transition to the music at 6:20 gave me goosebumps. Loved this episode

Another perfect video.

Its really really really really really a nice view beach footage. Keep up your masterpiece of works. I love it

Loved this. just what I needed for today

Hi Christian I just found your channel and really enjoy your laid back pacing, and calming nature scenes of your videos. Really inspiring! Thank you for sharing and sending you good vibes and positive energy 🤙

Very beautiful and interesting to watch. Thank you.

That coastline is epic. I think I will wait till summer to visit though.

Always a pleasure watching you face your challenges and still be able to produce quality videos. Best of luck on the (wet) coast.

The rain plus the ocean sounds is a perfect combo! Amazing video as always Christian! ❤

Your videos. such quality! keep them coming and thank you. always be safe out there, Christian!❤

You're always worth waiting for! My favourite type of weather, if a little damp...

Just one of those days, and still a terrific post. You are the epitome of "excellent quality over quantity". Always look forward to your posts.

Thanks for another excellent video. It's all about the power...and water.

lived in the NW for 15 yrs and love the rain, not to mention with the ocean waves. Beautiful video!

Thanks love being with you on your adventures.

Another great vid, Christian! I love the chill rainy vibes

Love the videos you post. You are a true artist. The way you catch the tranquility is beyond words along with your fantastic storytelling. Always looking forward to your next video. Be safe and enjoy!

Thx, for being there👍

My gosh, the inside of your home is so dope.

Christian....Your choice of music nailed it !!! The beach shot was totally amazing....Unrivaled job !!! thank you ! ♥ D.

Subscribed!!!! This is the content I've been looking for.

I would choose the upbeat happy music walking in the rain by the sea! It’s my favorite place too! Only true outdoor people can appreciate the beauty and not be effected by the rain 😊 I love it!

Thank You for the upload. The trip to the PNW was a welcome addition to my cup of coffee and my aromatic mid-day smoke. Excellent video, foggy ocean waves and rain soaked trees. Stay Safe, You keep posting and I'll keep watching 🙏👍😎

I love every second of your posts.

Great video - you seem to be able to get great images even in the wettest of weather when most of us would have given up. An nice dramatic piece of music is always good to cover up audio issues! Thanks.