WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY on location : A dull day in the hide! First test of the Tragopan Hokki V3
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- Опубліковано 26 лис 2020
- Hey guys, Tom here, back with another video!
Today we are heading out for an afternoon in my new hide, a good opportunity to test a new bit of kit and see how it might work for some upcoming shoots...Even if it is so bloody dull here in Hertfordshire at the moment!
Hide work can be difficult to get started with, the idea of a fixed location can be limiting when it comes to shooting, but learning how and when to use a hide can open up a whole host of wildlife photography opportunities. As a photographer I love working from a low angle, so I'm hoping this new bit of kit is going to be perfect for the upcoming cold months for a few projects. Allowing me to stay concealed low on the ground for multiple hours...with some... relative comfort!
This video features the Tragopan Hokki V3 - Huge thanks to the guys over at Tragopan sent this my way to have a look at. I'm under no obligation to say anything nice, just use it and see how I feel, so this is just a first look for me and you, at how it might work in the field. If people are interested I'll do a more "full" review a little later down the line when I've spent at least a few hundred hours inside! Let me know in the comments.
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Oh and for those of you wondering... WHY DO YOU HAVE A D4?
Well it's for a little project I have in mind that make use of some of its features, as well as the fact its going to make for a dope remote/low light camera going forwards, also I couldn't say no at £600... Cheers Wex.
Oh and I must say, If you're in the market for a STEAL of a wildlife camera you really cant go wrong with this beast for the prices that come up, just keep your eyes out for a bargain!
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As always guys if you have any wildlife photography questions drop them below and I'll do my best to help you out. What are your current lockdown shoots and have you found any awesome local wildlife?
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#WildlifePhotography #Hide - Наука та технологія
Tom, you remind me that preparation is everything. Really appreciate your instruction.
Nice hide but definately not for a 63 year old with arthritic joints. Make the most of it whilst you are young and fit.
Never underestimate the power of youth and all it can bring, I can just about remember mine, yet at the time like most people I didn't see it's value, lol.
Yeah I think this is quite a workout of a hide to get into! Rolling around on your front and back to get trio shots set up might not be for everyone - for the low angle perspective you just need a sunken hide that you can sit in 👌
64 years old and I bought one a couple of months ago. I'll be damned to leave all the fun to the youngsters :)
I like the way you say that if every day was full of things happening it would get quite boring, as always enjoy your vlogs and look forward to the next. See you out there!
I certainly believe if we nailed the perfect shot each day it wouldn’t feel half as it does when you’ve put months of work into a shoot, effort and time to get those images! More vlogs will be on the way, thanks for watching! Cheers, Tom
Great video yet again and it’s a quality product
Enjoyable as always Tom. I do enjoy your style of being straightforward and open with what you are doing etc. A request please ... the next time you talk about the scene that you are looking at e.g. when you were relating why you picked the spot due to the animal tracks and the gap in the hedge where the deer had pushed through, could you please also video those aspects as I would love to learn more about those things. As it was, your camera had a shallow depth of field so although you were in focus I couldn't see any of the aspects you were referring to. Many thanks!
Yes Dave sorry, it was so low light that I was using the camera wide open, In future I will be sure to fit,m thew tracks etc so you guys can see what I'm looking for, maybe you'd like a video on scouting areas out for wildlife as well in the next few weeks?
Thank you for making my sick day enjoyable 🤒😁📸
No worries Daniel
Hides, any portable hide or tent, NEEDS season and terrain matched cover(s) that you can swap as your intended terrain dictates. Extra covers, and or scrim netting perhaps. You kind of need to blend into the landscape you intend to operate from. Breaking up the shape of the hide will also help considerably for temporary setups, using fallen boughs and other local materials.
Then there's the matter of entry and exit from the hide for privy runs, especially if you're keeping hydrated, you want a debris free way in and out so you don't disturb the environment around the hide spooking critters that may alert the creatures you intend to photograph.
In addition, you'll want to give yourself a short trail-circuit to hike/walk around the area so you can keep alert, push lethargy away, and keep your circulation going. Essentially you're hunting - treat every instance with that mindset and you'll see more opportunities to capture good photographs. Cheers, @DarkWaterPhotoMedia
The hide Tragopan Hokko V3 looks awesome and I really enjoy watching your video. Stay safe. You got 1 LIKE from Singapore.
Thank you!
Great vid Tom, that sure looks like a nice hide
Yeah it’s a great tool and I’m looking forward to making the most out of it!
I have the v1 and love it, especially for waterfowl. I'm 6'2", 300 lbs and have a 15 US foot and still have room, albeit more snug in the foot area.
Well that’s my height test conducted! Glad you have been enjoying the hide, in looking forwards to getting it deployed for a few ideas I have in mind. Cheers, Tom
Like Alan I would suffer in a hide as small as this but a good video none the less. Quite agree that wildlife doesn't turn up tp order.
Nice video and hide, i think within 20 minutes laying down I would defo be catching Z’s
Yes it certainly is a little tempting and I think with a sleeping bag in the cold it will be hard to resist 😂
It would be very hard to resist going to sleep with a cozy sleeping bag!
I want to get this but my next concern is what to do for a tripod. Any suggestions?
I use my Gitzo systematic set to ground level then placed in front of the hide outside, maximises space inside and allows for a great low level support
Nice hide and video again. I like your style of video's. Just a question, you are using your gimbal but it's way down to the ground in such a tent so a tripod would be to high. What are you using to get it so low?
To mount my camera I have it on my tripod actually, I have always used and LOVE my Gitzo Systematic for this reason, it goes flat on the ground that allows for a really low angle position, meaning I can be ground level with my tripod. I will be doping a tripod update video soon and talking about this! Other options are to grab a bit of wood and drill a 3/8th mount through for your head, that works well as well and I have one of those I often use as well. Cheers, Tom
Nice Hide for low lying photography.. I am afraid would not be easy for birds flying around and moving side ways. since you are experiencing this. Plz tell if we keep the tripod outside the hide , how can we shift side ways for any bird moving to side of the hide..i am nitrates to buy one that why am trying to know the details .thanks
Nice video, Like n.155 and Greetings from Italy :)
Thank you!
Hi Tom which tripod are you using in the hide, I’ve got the same hide on its way to me now thanks
keep up the good work
I’m using my Gitzo Systematic 4 series - flat on the ground with my Fluid Gimbal head
@@TomMasonPhoto thanks
Can you plz make a holiday gift guide video🙏🙏🙏
Where can I get used Nikon d4s in the UK?? (Treated source)..
Look on MPB.com it’s all used equipment on there.
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Great video. Is Photography your full time job? If is how do you make money from it what’s the best ways.
It’s my full time job, been working on this since I was 16 really but went pro when I was about 20.
Money is hard, mixture of client work, commercial jobs and content as well as public facing stuff like events and others. I sell for stock but not really a big part of my income these days, I run a few workshops as well tat help but focus more on the commercial and business facing work. Takes a lot of time to build up a good selection of income streams but I’ve been working on it for many years. I think a lot of people think there are some like easy ways to craft the job but in honesty you have to find the work and clients and styles of work that suit your style and personal strengths!
@@TomMasonPhoto Thanks Tom for your reply. Interesting to hear your thoughts. Yes I know it’s tough and doesn’t help as incredibly competitive. I know one way of getting name out there is winning competitions but Yh that’s tough. I’m 18 and love photography just pretty stuck as only thing good at . But struggling to find way to make money etc. And don’t know if I should just go for it try to make living . Or just do as a side.
@@TomMasonPhoto What would you say the best way is then workshops , and talks and events? For photographer like me starting out?
Personally if you don’t have enough income run it on the side and build
It slowly, work hard and then you have a backup. It’s tough, no doubt. TBH I’ve never won a big competition only placed a highly commended after being a pro for three years. Often people think it’s good but a competition win is only 1 photo. If you want to be a pro 1 image isn’t enough, you have to be getting shots at a great level consistently in order to build the work and a name for yourself to compete, in my opinion my greatest success was forging the career without the initial completion leg up as it made me work harder daily.
@@TomMasonPhoto Thanks so much Tom. Really appreciate your advice. You on Instagram I’ll give you follow? My insta is benwalkerbutton_photos. Take care. Ben
Tom are you sure your not the love child of Morten Hilmer.
😂 although I do wish I lived in Scandinavia some times!