PHOTOGRAPHING MOUNTAIN HARES part 2 | Wildlife photography in Scotland - Behind the scenes vlog
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- Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
- Im back in the mountains of Cairngorms National Park in the Highlands of Scotland to do wildlife photography and to enjoy nature. This is my second day and the weather has changed dramatically from the day before. The high winds with snow on the top of the mountain makes wildlife photography challenging.
Watch Wildlife photography in Scotland - behind the scenes part 1:
• PHOTOGRAPHING MOUNTAIN...
It is very windy so I had a lot of challenges with the sound but I decided to make this short behind the scenes VLOG to share this great experience with you. So please forgive me for the poor sound - I hope you will bear with me.
In this short behind the scenes documentary I am trying to share my fascination of the animal kingdom and to show how to photograph wildlife using the foreground as a blurry element to close the bottom of the photo.
* ABOUT THIS EPISODE
I spent some days doing wildlife photography in these mountains and this is part 2 from my trip - I am currently working on a video about the equipment I brought on this photo trip.
I think the biggest challenge was the temperatures that were around 0 degrees Celsius all the time. That in combination with the sleet made it almost impossible to keep the front element of the lens free from water and snow.
Another challenge was to actually find the hares. Some of them were very shy but I was lucky to find a few that would let me get quite close.
The Scottish mountain hare is indigenous to Scotland and even though it looks quite similar to the Arctic hare, it is quite different.
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I find myself glued to your video watching you photograph a damn rabbit. I’m not even a rabbit fan. Compelling viewing. Wonderfully narrated. I’m drawn in and I’m there with you all the way, except I’m all snuggly in warm bed. Fantastic Morten 👍🏻
Hi there Gary and thank you so much. It is incredible nice to hear and very very kind of you to take your time to write me such a great and encouraging compliment:) Thanks so much:)
well said mate
Gary Gough My exact thoughts as well Gary.
I love rabbits, especially these snowy mountain hares. I'm glad this video expanded your horizons.
Love your channel and photography stuff too Gary, as a relatively inexperienced hobby photographer I gotta say with Morton you feel your his sidekick.... but safely watching warm and snuggled up at home
It’s not just your photography. You’re a damned excellent film maker and story teller.
Thank you so much 😊
Smiling like a baby here :).
Honestly i watch your videos not to know about techniques and gear. I love to see the intense love you have for nature the way you're so passionate about pictures and how brutally honest you're. And no you're not the worst one here you're the best one for me . Will wait for the next one!! ❤️
I agree entirely. I think it is a blessing if one finds his true passion in life. Morten has found his. Inspiring to watch. Cheers.
So good to hear that you appreciate the stories from "out there". I will definitely continue this line and then just add a little information about my gear and how to make a living as a wildlife photographer in general. I am really looking forward to sharing some more stuff with you:)
Thanks a lot - so kind of you to write:)
Hitesh Jawahirani agreed
Fantastic video. I can tell I will be lost in your channel for a long while. It must be an enormous amount of work to capture these videos for us while also capturing such great photos.
It's not about the equipment. Your films are just wonderful to watch. There is an issue at the moment in Scotland with Gamekeepers culling Mountain Hares & your film shows what a waste of life that is. Wonderful animals. Thanks for sharing that wonderful moment.
I literally cried in emotion with this video. when the close ups were shown with the music... tears Thanks for sharing your respect and enthusiasm for nature and animals. Following.
Such a wonderful comment - thank you very much Priscilla - it means a lot to me to hear that my work kan touch affect you in such a way. It is very very nice of you to leave me such a lovely comment. All the best :)
You are welcome, I love hiking and my partner is a photographer. We do enjoy your vlogs. I am a musician and often find inspiration in Nature to compose yet he is the "eye" behind the lens. By the way you always make me want to drink a hot cup of coffee after your videos ;) especially in the "bad weather" ones. Best wishes.
Priscilla Hernandez wrote: I literally cried in emotion with this video.
Phew, it wasn't just me then ;o)
Priscilla Hernandez you are an amazing musician and your voice invokes similar emotions for me.
Human passions can be a beautiful thing, especially when there is a good story along with it.
Have a great day :-)
Me too ... ticks all the boxes!
Morten you have killed it this time, I was on the edge of my seat and listening intently to every word. What a great video and easily one of your best so far. Thank you again for putting in the hard work and then for being kind enough to share it with us. You're becoming a bit of a legend in my books.
I really don't know what is more compelling about your videos. Is it the abundant love you feel for your subjects and the honest and articulate way you express this in words - or the sumptuous images themselves? To capture as you do not just the lovely static stand alone subjects but to incorporate aspects of typical behaviour often in the context of startling light and a thrilling wider composition is quite exceptional. To say that I admire both your values and your work is a very considerable understatement. Please continue just like this. Simply beautiful.
I think it's rare to see videos like this when photographer is so genuinely happy to part of nature while being in absolute snow blizzard.
Love your videos and they surely are big motivation to go out and enjoy taking more photos of nature.
Best Story Telling Ever
Thank you so much Gerard - I am so glad you like it:)
I feel for you, the effort, cold and frustration. Then, boom!! I feel so happy and filled with joy when you succeed. I love hares and rabbits - I had a pet rabbit that thought is was a little dog, would follow me everywhere and sleep by the fire. So when I see these beautiful gentle animals surviving with antifreeze blood and so well camouflaged to escape the eagle's stare, eating tiny bits of heather, I sigh in absolute wonder. Thank you so much Morten, you are the best.
I know how difficult it is to film yourself photographing wildlife solo, so thank you for putting in the work to share it with us. Can't wait for the next one!
There is something to be said about your enthusiasm and respect for nature that I admire greatly. Your images are just icing on the cake. I thank you for taking us along!
Morten you are an absolute gem. What a pleasure to share these beautiful moments. Looking forward to many more episodes lined up.
Thank you for the effort you put into capturing your adventures. It brings the viewer as close to the encounter as possible. Your enthusiasm and graciousness are contagious. I (and many others) look forward to the next encounter. Thanks again
I love your vlogs, because all your passion for wild life and the nature. That touch me a lot. Camera and lens are important as tools. What inside your heart is really the matter.Thank you!
Hallo Morten, wederom bedankt voor de schitterende video. Dankzij jou passie voor de natuur maak je het verschil voor de kinderen op deze wereld. Mede door jou leren ze hopelijk respect te hebben voor het onmisbare, de natuur en haar bewoners.
This is pure art of photography. Thank You for sharing your love to the nature through the camera.
Thank you so much Martin for sharing your experiences and your beautiful photography! You are truly inspiring thanks for all the time and effort you put in to sharing your passion.
I've watched stags, musk ox, and both hares videos. They are probably the best wildlife photography videos I have ever watched! Keep up the good work.
That is just to encouraging to hear. I am really really happy you like my work:) Thank you very much.
What a magical moment, absolutely stunning interaction with nature. Your videos are breathtaking and so inspiring. Everytime I finish one of your videos I get an overwhelming motivation to grab my camera and run outside and try and capture nature in all its beauty. The way you can tell your story with such raw passion and your love for nature is such an unbelievable inspiration to me. Please don't ever stop bringing us along. Lifetime Supporter, a forever fan and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for bringing us on your epic journeys.
Much Love & Respect
Eric
Always wonderful your hikes and your videos. Your sensitivity to the grandeur of Mother Nature takes us to this journey where the mind and the heart merge with each other, facing this Earth in suspension so fragile and damaged by man.
Laughing for joy! Thank you for sharing your joy of nature and reminding me of mine! I loved seeing those amazing Hares, thank you!
Thank you, for sharing with us all, your passion for nature and your amazing talent of capturing those amazing creatures. You are truly an inspiration for many of us who love nature and photography. Thank you, for allowing us to travel with you to those fabulous destinations and allowing us appreciate its beauty through your lens. You are an amazing artist.!.
I really love watching you work around these animals. I really love the picture of the Hare sticking it's tounge out. It like it saying hahaha. Im here. Thank you so much for your photos.
Can't describe... Man...your hard work, passion, talent. Hats off to you 👏👏👏
Thank you so much. It means a lot to me.
Morten Take in all the praise cause its true, you have a way of taking us with you, do not change one bit! you have the right mix of everything I live for in photography. Cheers my friend.
So wonderful. Gorgeous photos that do justice to this darling little hare. Such a brave creature to live in that environment. Thank you.
Your an inspiration to all of us. Your so real and love everything you speak about
I love your videos. Your enthusiasm is contagious and if you can inspire one more person to care about the nature you're showing, it's worth it. Looking forward to more!
I love your videos and most importantly you as a person. You are so down to earth and passionate about wildlife. Not only are you an amazing photographer, but your videos are amazing too! Thank you for following your passions and sharing with us! You're such an inspiration! 😊
Wow!!! Again. What a privilege to get so close to a hare and experience such a natural behavior and capture those images.
Truely inspirational, Morten. No more words required!!!! Thank you for sharing your experiences.
Thank God for photographers like you love watching your videos Fantastic! 10 out of 10
I’m not a huge fan of animal photography, but the way you capture images of the animals and share your experiences with us really touches something deep inside me. Thank you for sharing and good luck on your journeys.
Such a precious little angel, bless his soul ❤️ Thank you for your inspiring work and sharing with us your journey
I really love nature with all the different facettes, in combination with photography you can create such wonderful things.
I am amazed by mortens storytelling, you can tell that so much effort goes into his videos, it just gives me goosebumps and I just want to grab my camera and get out there after i see a new one coming up!
Thank you Morten!
Morten, what an amazing man you are, so kind and have the insight to appreciate what is beautiful in life.
Lucky for us you are gifted with a camera to share not only your amazing work but be inspired with your positive attitude and a drive most people only ever dream of.
Wishing you the very best in health and happiness always!
Cheers, Pete
Great video. And it's not just the photography (which is outstanding). It's your reverence and respect for nature that makes you stand out.
I watch Wildlife photography channels quite often here on UA-cam, and you are one of the best! Thank You so much for sharing your adventures with us.
Amazing, magic videos. Thank you very much from Russia!
You are enthusiasm personified! There are so many people out there who talk techniques and details, but you're talking to us, to people. We're not even there with you on that cold windswept mountain, it's just you and your camera, but you connect with us with every word. Your emotion and enthusiasm shine through. I love that! More power to you Morten!
Amazing feeling to experience that feeling like you are at one with nature. Lovely
I salute you for the respect you have for any subject you are photographing... 🙏🏼
Thank you so much - I really appreciate.
You are the real wildlife photographer .. Thank you for sharing this .. Amazing work .. Cute bunny ..
Thanks so much for sharing your experience and your love for your art. It's very inspiring!
Thank you very much - I really appreciate your nice comment:)
First class Morten, that is truly a wonderful valley. 15 out of 10.
Thank you Morten, your photography and phone video makes my heart sing
I can't believe your video is 11 mins long. It feels so short when I am absorbed by your words, your pictures, videos, music and especially your passion. 590 up vote, 100% up vote. The stats can say everything!
I photographed the wild hare in the Cairngorms when I did a one to one tour with a wildlife photographer here, Neil McIntyre, the experience I had was out of this world, there is no words that could describe it and this fantastic video shows the passion and love you have for nature. Fantastic.
Oh my, I was tearing up watching you get so close to the hare. Beautiful, beautiful photographs and amazing storytelling. Thank you so much.
Thank you Joseph, so nice of you to write :)
Morten. I love your videos and photos. I can connect with your passion through whatever it is that binds us together with nature that I can't explain but can feel. I love your videos because you are a regular guy without pretense and it's easy to connect on that level. Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing.
Another absolutely exquisite piece of work. Fantastic images and video. Thx for the enormous effort you put in to it all. It’s loved by so many people all across the world. Your genuine love and connection to nature is infectious. Keep on.
Absolutely fantastic vlog and shots Morten! Loved watching your excitement at getting so close to the Mountain Hares! That's what it's all about isn't it - not always about getting the shots (although you captured some magnificent shots!) but getting the experience and being able to share some special moments observing nature at it's finest! I can relate to your enjoyment of being at one with nature and just loving life and all it offers us. Brilliant! Can't wait to see your next Scotland trip!
I agree. You are an amazing storyteller and videographer. The endurance and patience you show are truly amazing. Like Gary's comment, I am mesmerized by your videos. I hope you do make some videos about your planning and equipment. Just love your stuff and will follow your every adventure. Best.
All your videos are simply heartwarming! Thank you so much for sharing such intimate and special moments with all of us.
Wow Morten thank you so much for all of the incredibly hard work you put into sharing these! What an inspiration you are to me. You have taught me that if you want to get these amazing shots, you have to be willing to do whatever it takes to get them. And...you film yourself doing it. Really amazing videos. Thanks man!
DEAR MORTEN, I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN FOLLOWING YOUR VIDEOS AND EVERY DAY YOU SURPRISE ME WITH SOMETHING EVEN BETTER.
I CONGRATULATE YOU AND I FEEL HAPPY WITH EACH EXPERIENCE THAT SHARES MAKE US PART OF HER AND WE APPROACH A LITTLE TO THAT WONDERFUL NATURE.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THE JOY YOU BRING TO OUR HEARTS.
MAYBE SOME DAY COME TO CHILE, WHICH IS A COUNTRY WITH MANY VARIOUS LANDSCAPES ... DESERT IN THE NORTH, MOUNTAINS, LAKES, RIVERS, FORESTS, OCEAN, ISLANDS, THE ANTARCTIC AND MUCH MORE INCLUDED ALL THE FAUNA AND THE HOSPITALITY OF OUR COUNTRY .
ESTIMADO MORTEN, HACE ALGUN TIEMPO ESTOY SIGUIENDO TUS VIDEOS Y CADA DIA ME SORPRENDES CON ALGO AUN MEJOR.
TE FELICITO Y ME SIENTO FELIZ CON CADA EXPERIENCIA QUE COMPARTES HACIENDONOS PARTE DE ELLA Y NOS ACERCAS UN POQUITO A ESA MARAVILLOSA NATURALEZA.
MUCHAS GRACIAS POR LA ALEGRIA QUE TRAES A NUESTROS CORAZONES.
QUIZAS ALGUN DIA VENGAS A CHILE, QUE ES UN PAIS CON MUCHISIMOS DIVERSOS PAISAJES...DESIERTO EN EL NORTE, MONTAÑAS, LAGOS , RIOS, BOSQUES, OCEANO, ISLAS, LA ANTARTICA Y MUCHO MAS INCLUIDA TODA LA FAUNA Y LA HOSPITALIDAD DE NUESTRO PAIS.
So happy for you to experience this wonderful moment, and thankful that you decided to share it with us :)
Fantastiske billeder.
Spectacular photos! The stories behind where you go, and why and how are so so interesting especially with your great story telling talents. Thanks so much for sharing these!
Superbe, merci de nous partager ces moments ! Encore de magnifiques images !
Amazing as usual. I find myself totally forgetting there are a series of photos to watch at the end, because the rest of the video was so good, because of how you share the experience. At the end, you show a bunch of photos and it's like icing on the cake. Just great!
That first Black and White shot ws simply amazing!
Your videos are pure therapy. So peaceful, and that rabbit was gorgeous.
You are a inspiration for me, I always want to be a photographer like you.
You are the best sir.
Thanks for bringing us on your journey. Very immersive. Great video. Clear skies.
You are the best! I enjoy every minute, when i watch your videos! Thank you that you are sharing these videos with us!
the backlit images with the particles in the air are fabulous!
Hi Morten, Glad you posted the second video at the top. I love your passion and honesty, Wildlife photography is a curse (a good one) its so rewarding when you are patient & persistent. The area is getting well known now, and a lot of photographers are visiting, hopefully they will respect nature like you...
I look forward to seeing more video on your channel.. Adam
Amazing video once again Morten! So cool you were able to get that close to that hare. I can’t imagine how wonderful the feeling must be getting to have that true connection with nature. Thank you so much for taking us along! I look forward to your equipment video. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦 my friend. Doug
Fantastic video Moreton. I was shocked to see how close you got to the hare - they are usually incredibly wild. Your patience stalking skills are clearly superb! Well done.
Just beautiful, wonderful !! Do not find better words !!
Morten I have been looking forward to part 2 and not disappointed, absolutely superb! keep up the good work and enjoy Scotland I am fortunate to live in the highlands and can never tire of its beauty and abundance of wild life. You promote it very well, if you venture north west on your trip please call in for a coffee our doors always open. Look forward to more videos thank you.
Another wonderful video Morten. Your enthusiasm and natural presentation style is so engaging. You rightly deserve the following you are getting.
I fully agree with you that when a wild animal is so confiding in you that it is indeed an amazing experience. Field skills are of course important, but in situations like you had with that mountain hare, I firmly believe that nature chooses to share that moment with you.
Thank you for sharing your experiences with us all with such enthusiasm,I’m pleased you found the mountain hare and produced some stunning images.
Beautiful images
Gold job Morten
That Music & the footage perfectly matching .... So Lovely , Really Love it
Hunting without killing. Youre awesome, sir!
The last photos were phenomenal. Definitely add some of those to your primary portfolio! Yes, a video of your decision-making, planning for these trips especially the major expeditions would be amazing!
Scottish Snow Hares are very smart. They figured out if a photographer - Morten Hilmer - is crazy enough to crawl around in a blizzard to take their pictures then they are going to put on a real show for you. And for me, I'm glad you are a little crazy because it is a show you richly deserved for all your perseverance. There is only one thing to say about your pictures - OH MY GOD! beautiful. I also heard that Starbucks Coffee is going to build a coffee shop on the top of the mountain, just for you, so you can have your beloved coffee - which - I now think is the fuel that makes you a champion. You should create a complete line of Easter Bunny prints, greeting cards, and write a children's book illustrated with your photographs. One last thing, be careful out there. Rush L. Workman, South Carolina, USA
Hi there - what a great comment to read on a nice Tuesday evening:) Just sitting on the terrasse and the beloved coffee has been replaced with a nice Scottish Ale:) Wonderful.
I hope you are having an awesome time over there in South Carolina - I am very much looking forward to sharing more adventures with you. And by the way - great idea with the prints:)
Wow. You really reveal the tranquility of nature, thanks!
Beautiful photos by the way.
Thank you for sharing this....so amazing
Your videos and comments are fantastic. I really enjoy each and everyone of them, keep up the great work. You really motivate me and help me enjoy every moment of each day and the pleasures photography gives to us and the ones we share it with.
Just amazing footage and narration...you can see the light in you, shine back on your subject and vice versa...applause!!!!
I love the way you present and i love the way you share the knowledge……thank you so much❤️
Hey Martin
Thank you for the amazing video once again. I was in inverness Scotland taking these amazing mountain hare last month i know the feeling how hard weather can be. I straggled with one camera walking in the heavy snow but you put extra effort carrying two cameras to show us behind the scene. Thank you for bringing back the memory. Great video :) looking forward to see your upcoming videos
Wonderful video!!! And beautiful photos! It is a pleasure to watch this.
Another amazing story and images! Thank you for sharing your experiences!
Morten as usual great job and thrilling scenery. Drinking my coffee watching you in that cold weather is I know not the same as being there but you draw us in and that’s why I’m.hooked!! Can’t wait for the next one!!
Thanks! Next one coming soon I hope! 👍
This is amazing. Thank you so much for uploading this awesome videos! As a nature lover myself, I know exactly what you are describing, being so close and attuned to nature in moments like these.
Your channel has been a really big inspiration to me! Must be really difficult to do all the hard work of finding the Mountain Hares and doing a vlog at the same time. Keep up the great work Morten!
mate this was awesome.... your natural ability to tell the story and remain humble makes for fantastic viewing. Sitting here in the heat of an Australian summer it is hard to imagine but gorgeous to watch. The photos are stunning dude.
Wow. I'm speechless. It felt like I was there on the mountain with you. I'm so glad I found this channel! Very inspiring Morten, and stunningly beautiful photographs/video footage.
Morten! You are such a good story teller ! I enjoy soo much watching your videos.Glad you go to such places and deliver such great moments with us!
Cheers from Romania
Morten, your wildlife photography vlogs are my favorite of the wildlife vlogs that I follow. I so appreciate what you're doing.
That's so nice to hear, thank you so much! 😀
Excellent, this is what nature photography is all about. To get close to your subject, for it to trust you, so you can work on getting the best images is something you have to experience to understand.
Photo/Video is Art. Thanks again!
Great videos! Nice story telling and a bit of fresh air in the wildlife video format, snow and sub-zero cold are not easy to deal with! Congrats and enjoy your well deserved cup of coffee!
Fantastique rencontre. Je suis émerveillé. Et magnifiques photos en fin de vidéo. Encore bravo pour tout ce travaille.
Again, thank you so much for sharing this experience, for me as a hobby Wildlife Photographer it is so inspiring to watch your videos.