Nature Photography - Photographing Owls in Flight in Canada with the Sony A1

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Bird Photography in Canada with snow, friends and short eared owls? Yes, thank you! Come on, Let's Go!
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@kathleenbell9509 10 күн бұрын

Really enjoyed this video on the beautiful owls with the light touch of piano music accompanying the quiet falling snow. And learned a new word,"fleuff"!

@billjobes1851 2 жыл бұрын

Words can't adequately describe the beauty you captured, Mark. Your photos and videos inspire us all. Thank you.

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@yzmoto80 Жыл бұрын

Truly mesmerizing Mark !!! Capturing these owls on film is a treat for all that you share it with. Thank you so much !!!!

@erichramone7812 2 жыл бұрын

This was awesome. That last shot of the sunset and the snow softly reflecting the light. Just perfect.

@DavidBennettplus 2 жыл бұрын

The video of the owl in the gently falling snow (at about 3:17) is the first time I have appreciated video more than a still photograph. Just lovely.

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Me too. Amazing and thanks.

@timurhant469 2 жыл бұрын

Soo amazing! Such a pleasure to watch with your narration. The yellow eyes of the owls are popping so nicely, almost hypnotising!

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@timurhant469 2 жыл бұрын

@@MarkSmithphotography I thank you!

@mycompasstv 2 жыл бұрын

Astounding photos, video and narration! Once again Mr. Smith, you hit it out of the park!

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@paulaweizer9916 2 жыл бұрын

Bliss -- Agreed !! Great stuff. Thanks for sharing this.

@andrewlamberson539 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely the BEST owl shots and video I have ever seen! A+

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@cmichaelhaugh8517 2 жыл бұрын

Love to see a video on how to find owls to photograph.

@neeraj_clips 2 жыл бұрын

Mark - Just amazing…What a great combination of beautiful short eared owls, snow flurries and dark BG! A dream shot indeed…Thanks for venturing into snowland to bring this to us. loved it

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@deniscameron1607 2 жыл бұрын

Just wonderful

@Graygeezer 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely awesome Mark!

@ginafriend1690 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, what awesome captures, and the movement of the snow is absolutely gorgeous through your lens 😍 Owls are beautiful. Great Eyes and floofy bodies indeed!

@garyshackelford4474 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video, Mark. I appreciate the care you take in creating the narratives for your videos. FYI, I believe the tree you mention at about 6:10 is a spruce, not a pine.

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@michaelcohen6177 2 жыл бұрын

That was great Mark. Absolutely stunning.

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike!

@SameerBhalekar 2 жыл бұрын

Finally my exams are over and I can catch up on your videos for almost past 3-4 months. Love Your Work Mark!!! You always keep inspiring!!!

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! My pleasure and enjoy!

@t_haehn 2 жыл бұрын

Mesmerising pictures, especially the last few ones! Brilliant!

@mmpllc77 2 жыл бұрын

This is insane, it almost looks like an animation, unreal. I remember seeing you at Conowingo saying to myself, I gotta get to Florida, now I gotta get to Canada 😂. You’re definitely gifted ✌️

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Awe thanks!

@kilohotel6750 2 жыл бұрын

I drove up to Canada a few years back and was welcomed with -13F temps and a foot of snow, the windchill was -25F and I was out looking for snowy owls and I found one. After ten to fifteen minutes I was shaking so much no matter how much IS or IBIS I wasn't getting any keepers. It was still a fun trip to see these amazing birds out in those conditions like it was nothing.

@filoua9947 2 жыл бұрын

never disappoints! ... your stunning images inspire us all . thanks Mark for sharing .

@billwelch3934 2 жыл бұрын

I think this is one of my favorite videos you have done. The images and video are both outstanding, and your narration is spot on!

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@tamarawilliams3699 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing. I could not take my eyes off those gorgeous shots. I’m so jelly but thankful you had the opportunity and shared it with us. Thanks Mark

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it and my pleasure!

@csc-photo 2 жыл бұрын

Spectacular images - caught myself not breathing a few times, in awe of these amazing creatures. They have always been my favorite. Thanks Mark!

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@JH-qv3xv 2 жыл бұрын

What a treat. Great bird shots and getting back out into the world. with friends. Thanks

@lindafuller6798 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing beauty!

@sergiofilippini9905 2 жыл бұрын

Pure wonder

@elkanoholdacre5620 2 жыл бұрын

This is very nice to watch. I am a wildlife photographer and I was at this north Toronto park photographing and shooting videos of these beautiful short eared owl. Thanks for posting and your comments. Great job!

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@joecronin5017 2 жыл бұрын

great as usual, living hear in Ontario we do get the weather ,and the owls, will be in your neck of the woods in a week for a month photographing shorebirds .it will be as good as here I'm sure , top notch video as usual thanks.

@CamillaI 2 жыл бұрын

Another stunning experience with Owls lovely footage !

@PhilRushworth Жыл бұрын

Simply fantastic!

@MarkSmithphotography Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@PhilRushworth Жыл бұрын

@@MarkSmithphotography we were recently on Amherst Island and saw a group of 5 of these magnificent owls working the fields there! Also presently of rough-legged hawks, Harriers and other raptors and owls.

@ashasaraf3282 Жыл бұрын

Mark you are Incredible . Love you .Your Photography is mesmerising8

@user-Kimberly33 10 ай бұрын

This is awesome Mark! Lol gotta love Canadian winters ☃️

@d.noelimagery9115 2 жыл бұрын

MAGNIFICENT! Soooo happy for you!!! What an amazing adventure!

@franciscojosemendoncapinta2948 2 жыл бұрын

Greetings from Portugal. Gorgeous video from you.

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@lizastewart5191 2 жыл бұрын

Than you Mark.A wonderful start to my day. I love seeing [and hearing] the world through your eyes/camera / sense of humour. A joy to wake up to owls and snow in Oz! And I too look forward to a book [boobook book] of the favourite birds. No pressure -----

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Lol

@barbarahamilton1006 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful. I love owls 💕.

@woodygreen6826 2 жыл бұрын

Great shots and video, congratulations. Thanks, MArk.

@remonv.dzwaag9239 2 жыл бұрын

awesome just awesome

@edwinmaldonado8761 2 жыл бұрын

Another amazing video/photos what a story and experience. I was already cold just watching all that snow falling. You are blessed keep doing what you are doing.

@BPaparazzi 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool video Mark. Those are some sweet photos and video

@DaveDeSarno 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful footage with the snow falling!

@CNCTurboStep 2 жыл бұрын

WOW! Great stuff! No further comment necessary.

@robertbohnaker9898 2 жыл бұрын

Ok Mark. You’re gonna have to start a “Robert win a Sony a1 and 200-600 Contest” immediately. Weather’s turning in Mt. Shasta. Bet you can find some good birding here ! 🤭🐿🌈

@marieta.s 2 жыл бұрын

They are such beautiful birds and I have yet to see one in real life!!! I am trying though and one day I will accomplish my goal. The lockdowns made me develop an interest in birds and wildlife photography. Before that I’d never consider photographing wildlife. It is so fulfilling learning about animals that surround us and sometimes we have no idea of their existence!!!

@IanWilkinson 2 жыл бұрын

Now you're just showing off here Mark - effortlessly transferring your southern skills into an alien northern environment. Some amazingly detailed and colourful shots, particularly those with a darker background. And, as an ancient Brit, you've taught me a new word - floof. That's a first for me ;-)

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Always glad to help ;)

@henrybrylowski1332 2 жыл бұрын

I owl owls! By far my favorite bird of prey and among my favorite birds in general! Great experience you had!

@johnhjic2 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Mark, Not sure about the location being breathtaking but your image are not only breathtaking but amazing to. Keep well, keep safe and stay warm.

@ShaleenMohan 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning pictures ! what a treat to watch...thank you for the wonderful video very well done. Subscribed.

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!!

@patriciablyler6484 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark! Another gorgeous video! I just love owls and you really captured their beauty. Thank you so much for sharing!

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@phooesnax 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome work Mark.

@theusbadenhorst1848 Жыл бұрын

stunning video and photography

@narinthip3058 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! The most magical thing to me is toward the end - friends!!! Looking forward for more awesome footage from you Mark...

@zsolthary5903 2 жыл бұрын

Wow awesome shots Mark. Thanks for sharing.

@soulstarmusiclover1254 2 жыл бұрын

Mark these photos are simply breathtaking. You should take all your amazing photos and put them in a book and (Correction) sale it on your page.

@patricianadarajah6833 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see that you were able to capture short eared owls, they still elude me. Also nice to see a familiar face of a good friend and photographer smack in the centre of your second photo. Len is a great photographer and I have been out with him photographing owls many times. Glad you enjoyed our province and country.

@BaronvonBavert 2 жыл бұрын

wow great pic !!! good job Mark !

@charlesdavis6371 2 жыл бұрын

Just when spring is starting to show - I got so cold again just watching. 🙂 .. you got some really great shots. TY and Cheers, Ched.

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@marilynwargo6288 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!💙🌙🐌🌞

@cesarm8811 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, as always another awesome video. The photos and videos are the owls are so beautiful. Looking forward to your next video.

@mariannebarnett8209 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this one!! Nice to see you in cooler weather gear too! Fantastic video, thank you.

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@allcreaturesnospeakers 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome pictures! The perched picture at 2:50 is my favorite

@arildhagen3820 2 жыл бұрын

Breathtaking yet again!

@mikearmstrong7956 2 жыл бұрын

Great Photo's Mark. Fantastic I am Canadian & Love the Country!!

@Veracity24U 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Always love the narration that you give, too. 🦉🦉

@DavidBennettplus 2 жыл бұрын

Then there are the shots of the fluffed up owls at around 6:30 - wonderful photography.

@EdgardoRosa Жыл бұрын

Amazing, that's all I can say Mark.

@od628 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful video!!

@svendrantzaujensen5135 2 жыл бұрын

Super shooting :-) :-)

@jamidavis8043 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing experience! Thanks for sharing it with us.

@choochooboss 2 жыл бұрын

What an awesome trip that was for you. Thanks for sharing.

@digitalknightproductions4847 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful adventure!

@SueFerreira75 11 ай бұрын

Magnificent!

@23ElMariachi23 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t believe how beautiful those pictures are. Congratulations, Mark!

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@wmutoob 2 жыл бұрын

Mark, you no doubt know, but many people don't, that an owl's eyes do not move the way a human's eyes do - they are basically fixed, which is why owls can, and do move their heads seemingly 360 degrees. Their "head bobbing & tilting" behavior helps them get a 3D sense of what they are looking at. (I'm not sure if that is true for every type of owl.) From a Canadian who very much appreciates your amazing photography. Thanks for sharing!

@stevecolwill9761 2 жыл бұрын

Great captures Mark, I always love seeing shorties. “Floofy” - that’s a new one on me, and I’m a Brit! 😁👍🏻

@mitchbergner2795 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff. Your storytelling always amazes and memorizes me.

@yeisonx Жыл бұрын

Amazing shots Mark!

@theadventuresofmarley3145 2 жыл бұрын

Great video mark

@jss27560 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful pictures and wonderful stories as usual

@cambodiabird 2 жыл бұрын

Wow amazing,

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

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@penorvoll 2 жыл бұрын

This was awesome Mark! Great quality in both video and pictures! :)

@YayaYaya-up7ud 2 жыл бұрын

C'est géniale. Merci pour tout c'est belle photos...

@sapelesteve 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful photography Mark! Canada is a beautiful country & that must have been a great trip. 👍👍📷📷

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

It was!

@manuelrodil1641 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mark, welcome to Canada eh!!! Beautiful images. My family lives in Florida too, they don't understand why we live here and the crazy winters. 🙂

@cryptographerchris4856 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic outing. Thanks for sharing.

@Raven11177 2 жыл бұрын

🤗💜 yes!!! Thank you!!!😍

@shotsbyscott6243 2 жыл бұрын

Stunning video Mark!

@laku4412 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, breathtaking! You had me chuckle hard with that red structure XD XD XD Glad you still got some amazing shots ^^

@scottroberson2656 2 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of Rush fly by night album cover , excellent work Mark those owls are super cool . I had one fly by my head about 2 foot away and couldn’t hear it flapping it’s wings they’re super stealthy just beautiful birds .

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Yes!!!

@benbatz58 2 жыл бұрын

Wow another specracular video

@MikeJamesMedia 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful, Mark!

@kennetht66 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing photography!

@imadesukabuwana2841 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, Amazing. Great pictures. If I am here, I have died.

@ESHDVideos 2 жыл бұрын

AWESOME video Mark, hopefully you can make it back next year. This year was outstanding at "The Park" never before seen this much action there and quite the variety of Owls. I hope you were able to catch the Snowy Owls.

@MarkSmithphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Had a great time and wills love to visit again!