How I got The Impossible Shot - Gear, Techniques, Bird Photography

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Morten Hilmer

Morten Hilmer

19 күн бұрын

In this behind the scenes video I am sharing how I photographed the osprey from my floating hide in Norway. I am also talking about what gear I brought and about how I take care of my equipment when I have used it in heavy rain.
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Пікірлер: 315
@michaelahochmayer
@michaelahochmayer 18 күн бұрын
You are the only person on youtube that I don‘t get bored watching for more than an hour! Loved the insights and thoughts on the baiting part. But what I loved most was Björns snoring in the background 😂😂😂
@WildlifeToGo
@WildlifeToGo 18 күн бұрын
I agree, my friend.
@RogerJones-mountfield
@RogerJones-mountfield 18 күн бұрын
How very true, I often loose interest if the subject drifts off, Motimer’s videos are full of coffee and useful information 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@gdv2268
@gdv2268 18 күн бұрын
This man is special!
@TimsWildlife
@TimsWildlife 16 күн бұрын
I also love Morten's videos, but there are many channels out there which are not recommended to you by the algorithm. Newer channels are hard to pick up, which is a shame. There is good stuff flying under the radar.
@andyblessett1951
@andyblessett1951 14 күн бұрын
Bjorn is a superstar, as far as I'm concerned he can do what he wants hahaha. He's not a youngster now so and he's nearly as famous as his dad ❤❤ Just love that dog!
@jexmartinez9343
@jexmartinez9343 14 күн бұрын
Mannn that dog made me so happy when I heard him snoring @ minute 20. 😂😂😂😂😂 he was like ‘guys listen to Morten while I nap here”
@berg58
@berg58 18 күн бұрын
I always give a thumbs up when I start a new video because I know Morten's videos are always top quality.
@Thunderb3Martin
@Thunderb3Martin 14 күн бұрын
Same here and I know I will watch the whole video. :)
@user-me8jl8uy5f
@user-me8jl8uy5f 18 күн бұрын
I'm watching you from Russia. I think your content is very high quality; in our country, many photographers take staged shots with almost tame animals and re-present it as wildlife. You have real wild nature in your video!
@ElGrecoDaGeek
@ElGrecoDaGeek 17 күн бұрын
My favorite camera content creator - he actually uses his gear.
@user-markparker
@user-markparker 18 күн бұрын
I haven’t even watched it yet but already know it’s going to be a great video. Thanks Morten👍👍
@user-markparker
@user-markparker 17 күн бұрын
& I was right!😂👍
@woodymeristem2223
@woodymeristem2223 17 күн бұрын
Your closing comments were an echo of my feelings regarding nature and using bait to attract wildlife for photos and videos -- thank you.
@RichardHarper-rl8kr
@RichardHarper-rl8kr 4 күн бұрын
I have been photographing red kites and nesting ospreys this week in Wales, in beautiful weather except for one afternoon when I and my camera equipment got thoroughly drenched by heavy rain, so your straightforward methods of drying out camera gear came in very useful. Your videos are always enjoyable to watch and I always learn something from them, especially as your methods come from doing it and not from theory, and your presentation is always free of waffle. Thank you Morten; I look forward to your next video.
@lyndac7511
@lyndac7511 18 күн бұрын
Can’t believe Bjorn is 13.5 years old he looks amazing ❤ thank you Morten great video it’s amazing to see how much work goes into the photos and videos you make. Can’t think of a better way to end the day than with a beer and homemade pizza.
@tristramstout8988
@tristramstout8988 16 күн бұрын
To what degree do we want to take the question of baiting? Fishermen have used bait for fish for centuries. We have fish hatcheries which the government uses to grow the fish to stock lakes and reservoirs with, which in turn attracts birds of prey as well as others. The Midwest of the US is one big giant bird seed farm for migratory birds. When you consider it in this way, tossing a fish or two so an osprey can catch it and you get a magnificent photo, benefits both the osprey and you. I’m just jealous because I haven’t advanced to that point, yet.
@Eule-tb2hq
@Eule-tb2hq 18 күн бұрын
To be in nature makes me feel beeing part of it and "having the right size", feeling gratefull and full of peace.. Somebody said once to me: you only can protect what you know! So, I agree with you. Your videos can be a little piece making people more aware of the value of nature. Thank you Morten, especialy for the livestreams
@peterdclark
@peterdclark 18 күн бұрын
Spending an hour with you watching your videos is time well spent. Lovely job as usual, Cheers~Peter
@chrisfourie9410
@chrisfourie9410 18 күн бұрын
Nice to see you again. I have a handy hint for the moisture issue with gear. Use baby diapers and stuff all over by bag and storage area. It does not take up too much space and is rather inexpensive Love your work
@cg-s2439
@cg-s2439 17 күн бұрын
Your ethics, morality and true love of nature, alongside your photographic altruisim is inspirational to many. Slainte Mhath 🍕🍻
@f.sailaway5549
@f.sailaway5549 18 күн бұрын
Dear Morten, thank you so much for sharing your expertise and experience with your community / your followers. It's so interesting, entertaining and amusing (snoring Björn, cutting Pizza with an axe, how to handle ordinary human needs in nature,...) to listen and watching. To make this videos is a lot of work. So enjoy your coffee, beer, pizza and private time at your cosy home. I'm looking forward to follow your coming adventures. ☕
@brianhigginsphoto
@brianhigginsphoto 4 күн бұрын
you gotta love @mortenhilmer one of the few guys who doesn't have to explain himself but he does so anyway. Always an enjoyable adventure.
@cliftonwhittaker260
@cliftonwhittaker260 15 күн бұрын
I don't know what you feed little Bjorn, but he is amazingly spry and active for a little doggie his age. I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of this video, Morten. Usually 15 minutes is a stretch for me in most photography videos, but you and about three more regular posters always get my undivided attention. Thank you.
@woodyinthewoods
@woodyinthewoods 17 күн бұрын
Even if you made videos of 10hours they would never get boring. Love it. Thank you for letting us be part of your adventures your life
@rosaramos7671
@rosaramos7671 5 сағат бұрын
What a fantastic video! Lots of useful information, combined with exterior images and practical examples. And I completely agree with your opinion. Thank you so much for continuing to make and share these videos. And yes, I missed it already!
@morayeel6585
@morayeel6585 15 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing BTS and techniques for taking care of wet gear. It was wonderful! We get gray rainy winter here in Pacific Northwest, US and can definitely use your tips! The comment about baiting reminds me of hunters. I personally don’t like hunting, but I have learned some hunters are active conservationist to sustain their hunting ground. If baiting or hunting does more favor than harm to nature, I am not against it.
@CamillaHolm
@CamillaHolm 17 күн бұрын
Loved your video, and especially your little talk at the end. I agree completely with your view of baiting. And then if you could choose between fantastic photo trips with arranged scenes or your own back yard you would chose the latter. I don't really have the choice to go to fantastic places, but also not a big urge, I just love to explore what is happening close to home. A fox, an badger, a deer, a boar, all the birds, the toads and frogs. I have endless entertainment, and love to go out with the camera and just take it in. Getting pictures is secondary to the experience.
@marshalhedin7538
@marshalhedin7538 18 күн бұрын
you're exactly right, people need to put things into context, see the big picture. walk the streets of Los Angeles, there are people without homes everywhere, struggling. or do we complain when someone baits a bird with a single fish ? my point is .... there are MANY, MANY other things in this world to be an activist for. putting out bird food to take some photographs is not one of them. the latter brings joy and benefits to this world. and thank you Morten for being such an awesome person
@steinaragotnes4805
@steinaragotnes4805 14 күн бұрын
its a problem if endagered species gets in harms way, and off course any species really . Many birds have been poisened by lead after eating bait . So its always good to not do harm when it comes to boht birds , animals and humans .
@TheWillRogers
@TheWillRogers 18 күн бұрын
19:53, Bjorn snoring lol.
@stephanies.7989
@stephanies.7989 18 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video, it's interesting to see the backround of your beautiful pictures and adventures. Bjørn is funny and cute as always. Take care 🙂
@kooslehlogonolo2423
@kooslehlogonolo2423 18 күн бұрын
Finally he came back with new car, Morten for your shots man we believe in you
@stanleyleary
@stanleyleary 18 күн бұрын
Great to see your thoughts behind the curtain on why you choose specific gear.
@Tukkerson
@Tukkerson 18 күн бұрын
Love how the Bjorn's nose and then the whole snout makes its way into the frame making him look like an overly curious passer-by :)
@23earth
@23earth 17 күн бұрын
These last few weeks have been difficult and depressing for me and I noticed you added a new video, I rushed to watch it because it’s always educational and entertaining and it also helps to forget everything else, even if its just for an hour and seven minutes. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and video taping a new episode. Cheers!
@russrichards
@russrichards 17 күн бұрын
Just incredible, Morton. You are such a great advocate for wildlife, the natural world, photography, and coffee. "See you out there" trooper! 👏👏👏
@ferkolaszlo_nature
@ferkolaszlo_nature 18 күн бұрын
I was really looking forward to it. It was good to see you again. 👍
@purslanecatheart556
@purslanecatheart556 18 күн бұрын
Thank you very much for this extremely beautiful video and your wise words at the end. You are speaking from my Heart ❤
@KarenPAlexander
@KarenPAlexander 18 күн бұрын
It is why you shine bright. Love the video as always.
@rolfjohansen1939
@rolfjohansen1939 14 күн бұрын
Thank you, Morten! I really enjoyed this one. Right up till the end. Best I’ve watched in quite a while. The pizza and your reflections on photography and presevation was an unexpected bonus!
@CMule32
@CMule32 18 күн бұрын
Thank you Morten! I really appreciate you breaking this down.
@pavankaul
@pavankaul 3 күн бұрын
As always it's most engaging & informative to watch your videos! Thank you, Love & blessings to you Morten!
@VABrowneMDPhD
@VABrowneMDPhD 9 күн бұрын
Tremendous effort and lots of skill, experience, and hard work to capture amazing moments in nature!
@Emerald_City_
@Emerald_City_ 13 күн бұрын
This is a great combination of spontaneous, relaxed demeanor and meticulously planned hard work. Not easy! Most of us have no clue how much work all this is. Not so long ago this used to be done by the whole TV crews who had a person appointed for each aspect of the job, like script, direction, camera, audio, editing etc.
@LottaLund
@LottaLund 8 күн бұрын
Tack för ännu en superbra video och dina ord på slutet är precis som jag känner. Glad att jag fann din kanal.
@stuartphotography1968
@stuartphotography1968 18 күн бұрын
Love your style Morten 🎉
@SinisaPopovic33
@SinisaPopovic33 3 күн бұрын
When I saw that last part where you eat pizza and drink beer in your backyard I thought "This is paradise".
@debjohnson6332
@debjohnson6332 18 күн бұрын
Congratulations, Morten! As always, amazing shots! You rock!
@J5388T
@J5388T 17 күн бұрын
Morten, I'm never bored watching one of your video's!
@SeynazheeID
@SeynazheeID 18 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video, Sir. Greetings from Indonesia
@Rburg00
@Rburg00 17 күн бұрын
It’s so good seeing you work again and I completely agree with your end message! As always, Thank you for sharing!
@Ticolme819
@Ticolme819 17 күн бұрын
Great and informative video Morten. I will watch it again. I'm sure I missed some good info. Beautiful little pond until my Florida brain kicked in....GATORS! Then had to override that thought, he's in Denmark😅As to baiting...mmm I think there are always going to be people out there that don't like it, in any form, but yet we bait our hooks when we fish. So you're making it's life a little easier for a day or 2. Sounds like a good trade off. You're not guaranteed it will take the bait. My opinion is you treat the animals with the utmost respect. Keep doing what you're doing. You're Awesome!
@ianroscoe4706
@ianroscoe4706 18 күн бұрын
Really enjoyed this video, as always Morten, thanks for tkaing the time and effort to make the film. Looking forward to the next video already! all the best. Ian
@suziefloozie3190
@suziefloozie3190 12 күн бұрын
Always perfect videos but I just loved the way your face lit up when you showed us your new selfie stick!❤😂
@moonlightset
@moonlightset 18 күн бұрын
A great video. Thanks Morten. From Portugal.
@miguelangelpulpeiro9228
@miguelangelpulpeiro9228 5 күн бұрын
Superb video, as usual. I'm already waiting for the next one. Thank you Morten.
@lockygolfer
@lockygolfer 15 күн бұрын
Loved the detail you have gone into to explain your whole entire process. Amazing as always.
@wildphil
@wildphil 13 күн бұрын
Thank you, Morton. That's a top tip on the rechargeable Silica bags! never knew they existed! I'm going to get a couple - one for the camera and lens storage cupboard at home and also one to keep inside my camera bag at all times 👍
@andyblessett1951
@andyblessett1951 14 күн бұрын
Bon Appetit my friend...another stupendous video. You are the "Man"!. I'm so envious of your life style. Stay safe, stay strong.
@denisesavage2382
@denisesavage2382 14 күн бұрын
It was lovely to share a day and pizza with you as you took us through the gear you used, how you use it, why you use what you do in the way that you do. And the big thing underneath it all is about sharing the beauty of the animals in the world and how we can appreciate and look after the environment for them. Cheers!
@chriko22
@chriko22 18 күн бұрын
alwas very nice videos and incredible photos congratulation and thank you
@montanaylago
@montanaylago 17 күн бұрын
Morten says: let’s make a tutorial, and instead of doing what any other KZfaq people, he just says let’s get out there… Björn get’s all muddy, we see the actual example and technique… I can tell you how much I like your videos!!! Thanks for sharing and “I’ll see you out there”!!!
@tobylux1750
@tobylux1750 16 күн бұрын
Morten's way of being simply reflects the Danish lifestyle of 'Hygge' completely 😊
@FrankH-sz1ln
@FrankH-sz1ln 18 күн бұрын
Great video. I’ve tried that focus pre set a few times to get a Kingfisher diving but haven’t quite got the shot yet. Yet being the operative word. I’m with you on baiting, I don’t see a problem if it’s harmless. The pizza looked great, I’m hungry now! Enjoyed the video so much, appreciate your time.
@robberkhuizen108
@robberkhuizen108 5 күн бұрын
it was a very good story. With all the details and so on. Good very good. Keep make movies like this i love it. thanks
@iAmFilin
@iAmFilin 13 күн бұрын
Thank you Morten. I like how you break it into parts by introducing different locations for different topics and this hour flew away so quickly and unnoticible. Silica gel is cool suggestion, I was thinking about rice (what we usually have when doing outdoor trip) . But you could not probably recharge rice quickly ))
@jonifelix7112
@jonifelix7112 18 күн бұрын
I am loving Christmas in may! Your videos are always so special!
@bene_victus
@bene_victus 18 күн бұрын
I'm always super excited when I see a new video post of you!
@Wildlifevideopicture
@Wildlifevideopicture 8 күн бұрын
Tack för denna fantastiska video Morten. Mycket lärorik och du är duktig på att förklara. Tack för att du delar😊 //KD
@StephaanBOSS56
@StephaanBOSS56 16 күн бұрын
I am touching 70 years soon, worked hard all my life and having troubles with my back. Like 1km from the center of the little city I live in in Belgium, there is a very small nature reserve. I managed to get the rangers to trust me and let me install a small, hidden hide. Passing my time alone in that hide, observing, filming and photographing the kingfishers beats just bout everything for me. I think I very much understood what you wanted to say there at the end of your great video.
@arunasstaponas5704
@arunasstaponas5704 14 күн бұрын
Once again Morten, thank you for an amazing hour. Thank you for making me to become a sponge for learning more. And the best part was your insights at the ending of this video. I have been discussing this same issue about the baiting with many of my friend colleagues. You have to be conscious in all the ways possible when entering any wildlife habitat. People seem to think that true wildlife photographers are some sort of Indian tribe jungle hunter gatherers. And all they do is just blend in the surrounding nature like they don’t exist. And the truth is different, because you already intervene with your first steps on the ground with your boots leaving your scent all over. The question of ethics i think is in another place. Most of us who love to stay in the nature with cameras have many more things to think about. Do you leave rubbish behind you? Is the animal you’re photographing not stressed of you being close? If you are visiting the animals habitat regularly for your photo project, does animal have to change his nesting place or feeding grounds because of this? You need to consider many things. Every animal is different. Don’t forget to put yourself in the animals perspective. I bet you would be pissed if some strange object with a clicking sound is crossing your safe zone (home) every day. Love the nature like you love yourself! Best regards Morten from Norway!
@alisyamlastpictures4044
@alisyamlastpictures4044 10 күн бұрын
Thank you for coming to visit Indonesia
@franksparano688
@franksparano688 18 күн бұрын
Thanks for the thorough video. Very informative.
@Welcome_to_real_life_
@Welcome_to_real_life_ 14 күн бұрын
Wonderful!
@robnelson1268
@robnelson1268 18 күн бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to do this,so many useful things to take in.
@markushafner6627
@markushafner6627 13 күн бұрын
Thanks, Morten, you are the man! Thanks for the advice for drying the cameras and lenses - and how to enjoy a great pizza! ;-) Your videos are always great - love them...
@AntonioKenzo-nc4kk
@AntonioKenzo-nc4kk 5 күн бұрын
A well-deserved beer, keep up the great videos, best regards.
@oczkoo8252
@oczkoo8252 17 күн бұрын
Thank you Morten!!
@valeriy9755
@valeriy9755 18 күн бұрын
It is always pleasure to see your videos. Thank you very much for an inspiration, Morten!
@wolfganglueger1691
@wolfganglueger1691 17 күн бұрын
One of your best videos ever! So grateful! Thx Morten!
@tomfoord8860
@tomfoord8860 17 күн бұрын
So glad to see you back.😃
@ADA777
@ADA777 18 күн бұрын
Amo🫶Observar las Aves ☺️Me encanta lo que hacen 🐦 me la paso viendo sus Aventuras en la TV👌Gracias 🩵
@shotsphoto
@shotsphoto 14 күн бұрын
Wonderful video! Thanks Morton!
@cmichaelhaugh8517
@cmichaelhaugh8517 16 күн бұрын
Fascinating! Looking forward to seeing more of you this year.
@ED-on8to
@ED-on8to 18 күн бұрын
Thank you Morten!
@guillermoburbridge3613
@guillermoburbridge3613 12 күн бұрын
Totally agree with you. Nice video. Thank you.
@cometmoo
@cometmoo 15 күн бұрын
Thank you Morten, better a masterpiece once or twice a year than just anything less. You are a GEM!
@Thunderb3Martin
@Thunderb3Martin 14 күн бұрын
Thank you for amazing experience and for going through the gear and stuff. And the silica gel is a great advice. Always looking forward to see another video. Cheers from Czech Republic.
@mk2930
@mk2930 18 күн бұрын
Cheers Morten... beautiful video and most important words.. you did resonate most of our thoughts and care for nature ❤
@davidmurphy7847
@davidmurphy7847 16 күн бұрын
Glad to see you again. I appreciate you sharing your perspective on different challenging topics. Good for you.
@bhaskarmandal1820
@bhaskarmandal1820 17 күн бұрын
Brilliant video! Love your story telling!
@ricardotarrida3110
@ricardotarrida3110 17 күн бұрын
thanks Morten for all the great and inspiring videos you made and share with all of us. Much appreciated. All the best from Malmö.
@aaronza7218
@aaronza7218 17 күн бұрын
Good to see you back! Thanks for the content.
@sharonhaasbroek7464
@sharonhaasbroek7464 11 күн бұрын
Thank you! We really appreciate your work.
@neilyeomans9805
@neilyeomans9805 18 күн бұрын
Fantastic as always
@CB-kn1ox
@CB-kn1ox 16 күн бұрын
Thanks Morten! So happy to see you again! Cheers from Canada.... CB
@AmadoWildlifeVideos
@AmadoWildlifeVideos 14 күн бұрын
Thank you for addressing the baiting issue. I was finding it hard to find a scenario where "wildlife" isn't managed to some extent. Always good to watch your videos.
@chrzanik666
@chrzanik666 17 күн бұрын
Good morning Morten 😊 what a nice treat ☕ thanks for uploading, this is great way to start BH my Monday 😊😊
@marksymonds8477
@marksymonds8477 17 күн бұрын
As ever Morten, your videos weather about wildlife or information on wildlife photography are always worth the wait. 👍
@22ophiotrix11
@22ophiotrix11 18 күн бұрын
Thank you for the insights and advises. Answered some questions I came upon when taking pictures of very quick birds like wrens.
@norskattforfun8575
@norskattforfun8575 18 күн бұрын
Very interesting and great to see another video from you
@J-MLindeMusic
@J-MLindeMusic 17 күн бұрын
Love watching your videos about photography whenever you have time to make them, Morten...they are so...wholesome!
@halteske6475
@halteske6475 16 күн бұрын
Just simply THANK YOU!!! thank you for all the information. Found so much use out of this video.
@epostiljon
@epostiljon 14 күн бұрын
As usual, gently, nice, wellspoken and generous :-) Like a smörgåsbord, take what you like. Thanks Morten
@michaelpeberday9167
@michaelpeberday9167 18 күн бұрын
Superb video once again. Can't wait for the next one. Thank you .
@film317
@film317 10 күн бұрын
Another great video Morten! Always an inspiration. Looking forward to the videos to come!
@digidraxe8052
@digidraxe8052 14 күн бұрын
Thank you Morten. I really enjoyed your video.
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