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[@MarkSmithphotography]

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[@Hal_T]

You're not only an amazing photographer, you're one hell of a storyteller.

[@Sam-hf8nq]

Jaw-dropping photos. That D850/500mm combo in your capable hands generates pure perfection.

[@matthewbell1968]

Best story teller on KZbin by a mile. Thanks Mark this helps with the self isolating 🙂🙂

[@dianaf1669]

It has been said that NO place on earth is as beautiful as Heaven......Mark, you keep raising the scale through your photography!!! THANK YOU!!!!!

[@juliebirb7162]

Loved! All of the footage of the wonderful birds. Absolutely marvelous. What you show us is why I love birds so much ❤️.

[@bradleyzimmerman4184]

I remember watching Wild America with Marty Stouffer. He, like you worked with his family and created some phenomenal Wildlife Documentaries. Since the advent of all this digital technology and especially now, I wonder what could that guy have done with all this modern equipment? It would have been epic for sure. I said this before to you and you replied your were thinking about it. If you dived into your work, you could be easily be the next Marty Stouffer! The world wide television market could be your playground.

[@vdiitd]

Your stories are so engaging and your photos are so mesmerizing that I forget for sometime that I am not really there.

[@keithtomes6407]

Thanks for all you do. Both your skill and your strength are inspiring to us all!

[@awarebear443]

Great photographer; great subjects; great location; more great storytelling. You so elegantly and eloquently convey the essence of wild places through your images and storytelling. Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us all. I spent six years of my 34-year career with the National Park Service living in and helping to protect Grand Teton National Park. Your fine photography, understanding of the subjects you photograph and gift for sharing what you see and experience through your lenses, in images and words, contributes greatly to greater awareness, understanding and protection of these wonderful places and the amazing life with which we share the earth. Awareness promotes Understanding which leads to greater Appreciation support for Protection. Thank you for your contributions in this respect. On a personal note, you and your family are in our thoughts. Stay healthy and safe. John Krambrink

[@keithmacdonald4805]

Another great video Mark, and so happy to see you back after a very trying and sad time for you. Your extraordinary photo skills are demonstrated with your incredible images of the Swallows. I have only seen one other photographer that can expertly capture those little flying rockets the way you have. Thanks for sharing.

[@Natural_Histories]

You're awesome Mark, I love the way you tell the stories and all wonderful wildlife photograph. Love all videos

[@zaporida]

The best bird video by miles. I’m really geared up now for our forthcoming trip. This has been invaluable and brilliant fun to watch. Thank you and well done for so much first-class photography.

[@garydubberly6608]

Thank you Mark for another great video. I have not been to the Tetons in over 40 years, thank you for reminding me of how beautiful the area is. Think I’ll plan a trip next year for truly old times sake.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

You are welcome!

[@antonoat]

Great to see this film Mark, stay safe my friend. So many amazing photographs ! Thanks for sharing them.

[@davidbee8648]

You "just happened to be in the right place at the right time". Seems you do that a lot. Fantastic photos and great storytelling as always. It's a good break for all of us locked in the house.

[@bettya.9108]

Aaah, Ruffed Grouse, our Pennsylvania State bird. You can feel the subsonic start to the drumming in your chest before you even begin to hear it. Another wonderful video, Mark. Thank you!

[@guylorenzo5324]

Another great video, Mark! Stunning photos with an engaging and informative narrative. Happy to see you back after your tragic loss. Keep up the great work. I'm looking forward to the next one!

[@ndenyer]

Stunning as ever - just had a quick scan so far. Thanks.

[@rosiepowell3999]

Beautiful!! I appreciate how you put the camera and F stop on the photos.

[@malgosiak123]

Amazing Swallow shots! What a stunning array of a great nature photography. The time spent with your son is priceless. You are a great father. Your son will grow strong , and very knowledgeable.Thank you for sharing another great nature adventure with us. Stay safe and healthy.

[@westcoastbaseballreviews6824]

Oh man another awesome video..sweet!! i never miss an episode, Mark's stories are Gold! 🙌👑🔥👏

[@nielsnrskov8847]

Great images and narration. BBC should hire this guy for their nature documentaries.

[@airsoft69]

Hi mark ,wow what a total difference in weather .love the footage of all the wildlife especially the grouse with that crazy noise .keep up the outstanding quality of vlogging 👏

[@VTPyzon]

that footage of the Ruffed Grouse was amazing. I've heard them before but never seen it. That was a treat.

[@paulafontanini5719]

GREAT video Mark as always! Not only do I envy your ability to capture these birds like no other but I really enjoy watching their behavior as you tell the story as it happens...that's what makes your videos so entertaining!

[@joshuahorner2639]

Nice sequence on the Tree Swallows, Mark! I can’t believe how close you were to that Dusky Grouse!! Always enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing.

[@RichA7CV41]

Another great video Mark, you inspire me. Seeing you are back creating these videos after your recent tragedy makes all of us feel better knowing you and your family are doing OK under the circumstances. Thanks again for all you do, and as usual, fantastic pictures......thanks for sharing

[@fototyz]

Wow!!! Stunning photography!!! 😱

[@JohnHavord]

As always, more enjoyable, images and stories. Thanks for sharing.

[@j16m02]

Wow Mark! You were on a roll with this one. Great story telling, (even the) jokes, and better than fabulous video and stills. The swallows! Forget about it. I would have thought, not humanly possible. Keep it up.

[@debrareither4682]

Absolutely wonderful shots of gorgeous birds. Thank you for sharing 😍💗❤

[@jeffreybancroft4104]

Well done Mark, thanks again for sharing another incredible video. Hopefully, we can all get back out and do what we love.

[@marshal247]

Another great video! The grouse sequence was fascinating - never saw this before! Thanks so much, Mark!

[@DavidSwarthout]

Wow, thanks for the footage of the Ruffed Grouse. I knew what was making that sound the first time it appeared in this video. Many years ago, about 60 as a matter of fact, I was camping in rural New York State and we kept on hearing this mysterious noise that we thought was someone trying to start a farm tractor. I later learned that it was mating season for Ruffed Grouse and that the males made this noise by "drumming" on a hollow log but I've never seen one doing it until today. I had mistakenly thought they were beating on the log with their wings. As for the photos of the rocketing swallows, I'm left speechless. Super cool stuff. Thanks again!!

[@dominiqueleblanc2193]

Those birds do that as a mating ritual. Once again such a great video. Thank you Mark!

[@gopalbarkur3917]

Yet another exclusive and informative video mark, every time you raise your camera you will come up with a stunner. Photographing swallow at the surface of the water shows you remarkable reflexes, you are a prodigy

[@daryllemans9473]

Absolutely extraordinary. Beautiful...once again! Nice work.

[@AndyGustavsson]

Great video Mark, seems you had a wonderful day with alot of beautiful photos in the bag! 😊

[@neildbarker]

Amazing series of pics of that tree swallow catching insects on the surface of the water. Thanks for sharing.

[@mikebel74]

Beautiful work, Mark. The perfect antidote for the news of late. With your combination of spectacular photography and engrossing narration, I feel like I took a short trip to the Tetons in summer. Thanks for that. Here in Virginia, we hear the rufffed grouse drumming in the spring. I’ve seen them stand on a hollow log to amplify the effect. Pretty cool.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

You are welcome. That was my goal. Standing on the hollow log is brilliant!

[@hansgufler]

Great vids, great pics, great stories - thanks for sharing, Mark. Much appreciated!

[@findus605]

As always Mark superb vlog and images, thanks for sharing 👏👏👏👍

[@keepexploring8980]

I tried to photograph swallow in flight with my D3500 and 70-300 kit lens.....😂 And after 11 out of focus image, I got 1 that I was quite happy with!

[@kennethcollard3123]

I hope you keep on doing these shows I like them a good shot of fresh air

[@PT-re2gi]

Wonderful video Mark. You captured so much incredible beauty. Could watch over and over.

[@souravgorai8205]

My all time favorite visual storyteller.. Thank you for sharing these beautiful photos and videos. :)

[@souravgorai8205]

:) Hope you guys are good in this pandemic. Stay safe, stay healthy.

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Your videos are always excellent, Mark! Great approach to wildlife in general, entertaining narration, and of course, excellent photography. I remain a fan! Stay safe.

[@AdeLud]

Great blog Mark 👍 Superb skills photographing those swallows feeding over the river - shots like those are NOT easy

[@martinsepion]

Great pictures, I really liked the swallow and the fly in the water.

[@daveba1999]

Your storytelling, photography and editing is top notch, and, together, they do a great job of conveying the enthusiasm and sense of wonder that you so obviously have for the natural world. Mark, thanks for bringing us on yet another amazing journey! I loved the pics of the Teton skyline - my favorite mountain views on the planet! Your views brought back memories of my cross country bicycle trip in '78. I well remember battling the switchbacks, crossing over into Jackson Hole and being rewarded with the sight of those gorgeous peaks. I took a 'day off' and pedaled 125 miles through the area. (Well, it certainly FELT like a day off, not having to carry panniers loaded with camping and biking gear!) I wish I had been into photography back then! I look forward to more views of your road trip!

[@landrews7280]

Spectacular video, Mark! You have a real gift for photography and video production.

[@chrislj2890]

How you ever got those awesome shots of the swallows is beyond me! Well done Mark.

[@MrPbonilla2004]

You are my favorite bird photographer, love your videos and the storytelling.

[@rundlerambler6150]

Wow once again. I can't tell you how much joy I get everytime you post another outstanding video. The photography and storytelling are amazing. Glad to see you in Steve Mattheis backyard, I really enjoy his channel as well. Looking forward to seeing your bear video. In closing I just wanted to offer sincere condolences to you and your children on Julie's passing.

[@leftykelly3944]

Awesome photography and commentary as always! Grand Teton is an awesome park.

[@enigmabletchley6936]

Great video. Your work is always so watchable and interesting. Thanks.

[@davidburchettephotography6513]

Great stuff as always Mark! Love all the little critters. The Ruffed Grouse was very cool but also all the others. Keep on keepin’ on.

[@rajanrao]

Thats so awesome!! I got my first Barrow's Goldeneye in a flock of a about 67 Common Goldeneyes in Decemeber 2019.

[@sapelesteve]

Awesome video Mark! That must have been quite a trip & a great experience for your son. That video of the Grouse was over the top! Nice work as always..... Stay safe & be well.....👍👍😉😉

[@Morgan-kb3fl]

That is the best ruffed grouse footage I have ever seen, no joke. That is also a bird I have been trying to photograph for a long time, and they are so hard to find. Eventually I did, but congrats on your find, your photos and your adventures!

[@mikecrowley6485]

Great video as usual Mark. Your photos are outstanding, especially the swallows catching the bugs.

[@johnhjic2]

What a great collection of images and video. Super work.

[@Kendye6]

Mark, those shots of the Swallow are insane. We get a lot of them up here in Vermont in the summer, and they are unbelievably fast when they fly by and can turn on a dime... very tricky to photograph in my experience. I have some good shots but not like that. Very impressive. Thanks for sharing.

[@fredocasio7446]

Another awesome video, thank you! Great job capturing the Tree Swallows too!

[@andybone]

top notch mark as always. stunning images swallows were amazing

[@gerfaut7dh287]

Thank you Mark, 9 minutes of fun,I never tire of discovering your work. Magnificent +++ Friendships from France Didier

[@facedown9754]

I love you man! The story teller photographer with amazing skills!

[@KonaLife]

Great video, Mark. Those shots of the Tree Swallows are incredible. Very difficult to do with any keepers. Well done!

[@UncleVinnys]

Wo! Those captures starting at 3:31 are just awesome! Fast lens!

[@markkirker6642]

I have tried to photograph Tree Swallows in flight many times and can hardly even track them let alone get great photos like you did. I wish people watching knew how hard they are to photograph. As always, truly amazing pictures Mark

[@timdriman4253]

Great work Mark. Always such a pleasure to follow your work. Great job :-)

[@bryanstephens6007]

Fantastic shots and video! Speaking as someone who has gotten some decent Tree Swallow shots yours are fantastic. I don't see them going after insects on the water much around here but they do go after feathers for nesting. So a little trick is to collect some feathers to drop on the water and then focusing on the them and timing a swallow hit.

[@brandigonwa7848]

amazing. love the blue swallow shots.

[@garypearson9756]

Great photos and great story telling - as usual.

[@dongeesler7814]

Looks like a great trip

[@kbhutia8466]

Beautiful clip with amazing narration as always, love watching your uploads.. Thanks a ton for sharing.. Stay safe n happy shooting....

[@robwasnj]

There's nothing like a Mark Smith video to put our minds in a better place with all the sad news. That Grouse sounded just like a motor starting up! Amazing video as always, thank you Mark.

[@donnaduhamel6004]

So beautiful, your talent has made my isolation Day.. better.. x Thanks

[@JeanBrewer]

I love your videos! Excellent quality photos! Thank you!!

[@NikCan66]

Brilliant as usual and the standard that other KZbin’s must equate

[@kjb_tennessee]

Great video and amazing wildlife shots Mark. I’ve never been up that way GTNP but my interest is peaked!

[@cgmlandscapes]

Great Video mark. Lovely to see you back on the Horse Bud.

[@CALTECH007]

Great video and your excellent narration adds so much to the video!!!

[@ibnudarda23]

Wow 😳

[@DeletedDelusion]

Amazing pictures. Especially the swallows, they are very quick.

[@NishitDave]

I wish Golden Eyes flew to my part of the world every winter. Majestic mountains.

[@johnnyc613]

Mark!!!! Great great shots of those tree swallows to low to the water picking up their big meals ...do they also drink water on the wing as well ...!? Look forward to the next video great job team Smith! Keep on trucking 🤟🏻👍🏻👌🏻😁😃🤗🤗

[@FlyersNation98]

the swallow shots are just insane!! Congrats!!

[@Sailorman142]

Great images, you capture the best moments!

[@siddhartharoy2773]

Beautiful

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you

[@stevearita3267]

Great Video as always...I love them, you are a great photo and videographer.

[@tanmay110]

Another amazing video.

[@robertgates3258]

Good thing you have all that practice with ospreys, because those swallows had to be even more challenging in flight. One of my goals is to get a barn swallow in flight with the sun shining thru the tail.

[@DaveDeSarno]

What a fun video! I love the yellow warbler amongst the colorful foliage :)

[@michaelcohen6177]

Unreal swallow shots Mark. Great video.

[@lukes5533]

Awesome stuff Mark love it👍

[@judyboyd9530]

Loved the video, so much wildlife in the Tetons! What month were you there? I hope you & your family are doing well 😊

[@stevethompson8154]

3 day drive WOW!!! It take me 4 days from Ft Myers to Sioux Falls SD. Another day and a half to Tetons. They must have been looooog days

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Maybe it was 4! 🤪

[@cesarm8811]

As always awesome photos and video....