Story telling and photography are two different skills very difficult to master. But you have done a great job showcasing both! You’re definitely a master of the art
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@pquach002 жыл бұрын
it amazes me how these photographers are able to capture these stunning photo with impeccable sharpness! Amazing skills!
@tarlagernert4845 Жыл бұрын
This is riveting! Your storytelling builds the anticipation, and your photography exceeds expectations!! The photo of the three balds eagles, one adult and two juveniles, with the fish hanging in mid-air, is spectacular! Thank you for sharing your incredible art with us!
@MarkSmithphotography Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@mzeeshanch4 жыл бұрын
My Fav Moment: The video of the eagles locking talons and the picture where the 3 eagles are aligned with the fish in the air... Just beautiful... Awesome video... Watched it with my 7 year old... He was much more excited than I was... Screaming WOW several times in the middle of the video...
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome!
@Antolalto4 жыл бұрын
Your pictures are simply breathtaking.
@NickYack2 жыл бұрын
The narration was as magical as the photography. There is really a beautiful story unfolding underneath the dam.
@martinguitarish4 жыл бұрын
I never get tired of watching your nature photography. Absolutely incredible talent and appreciation of your subjects. Thank you !
@Jimbo895-y3s3 жыл бұрын
That is some of the most beautiful. stunning bird photography I've ever, ever, seen and great narrating! Thanks Mark!
@MarkSmithphotography3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@robertgaylord8263 Жыл бұрын
Good observation about the dropping of the fish by a mature eagle and being picked up by an immature eagle - could well be a training exercise. When I saw the mature eagle dropping the fish, I thought what's that about? Didn't seem to be a good reason for the mature eagle to be dropping the fish. Then you suggest training for the younger eagle...makes a lot of sense. Your eagle shots are worthy of National Geographic, Great work. Thanks so much.
@bonnieleelee99362 жыл бұрын
That was very beautiful. It gave me chills. The beautiful beautiful eagles. Thanks, so much.
@ElaineFoster-lk5uh Жыл бұрын
Wow !!! I Love your videos !!! All of this was so Amazing !!!!!!! Thank you for such an Amazing, Awesome show !!!!! You are so talented and so kind to share ..I love God's Amazing Birds, especially, Love the Bald Eagles.!!! Thank you for All you do and God Bless !!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏
@papanpal32084 жыл бұрын
Each of your photograph is really insane. Sir You are really awesome
@me4jas4 жыл бұрын
Forget photography, I learn English vocabulary from your videos
@arildhagen38204 жыл бұрын
Again I'm stunned from all the dramatic pictures and scenes. The cinematic filming of eagles was drop dead gorgeous. This could be a BBC nature production in terms of quality and storytelling. You Sir are a menthor for my work
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Check-it-out3 жыл бұрын
Truly breathtaking stories and photos. An oasis of joy between all these channels about specs and pixel peeping !
@MarkSmithphotography3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@paulthomas89864 жыл бұрын
Stunning work again Mark. Your videos never grow old. Thanks for sharing.
@ChristianRytterLarse4 жыл бұрын
Mark, you simply keep outdoing yourself with phenomenal photography and interesting commentary.
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@ArJay-N8V Жыл бұрын
Stellar oral and visual storytelling! Breathtaking work. Thank you so much.
@gloriacuajao74974 ай бұрын
Highest compliments to you, Mark, for the excellence in your photography, and narrative abilities . Your knowledge and experience with these magnificent birds is truly remarkable and appreciated. One thing that stood out to me , was the adult eagle dropping it’s catch while being pursued by the juveniles. Parent eagles are wise, and I’d like to think it released the fish , to have them “scramble” and learn to work for it themselves. Lots of fun to watch! 🦅🙌
@Wildicon192 жыл бұрын
You have an amazing story telling skill that matches your photography skills! Amazing story Mark thank you for sharing your beautiful experience!
@ChristopherHarle410483 жыл бұрын
Mark, you don't disappoint - crystal clear stills, fascinating video clips and a commentary that, at times, is almost poetic.
@MarkSmithphotography3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@carolsmith1685Ай бұрын
What a show !! Great narrative, Mark !! Your bird shows/ pictures never disappoint. Bravo !
@Sashman0774 жыл бұрын
I am speechless about the incredible pictures you’ve taken. How can they be so sharp at F5.6? Just surprised to see all the details in tack focus of such large birds at this aperture. You’re a magician!!!
@PhotographerSen4 жыл бұрын
Wow! What an experience with some of the best bird shots I've seen this year! No less than a thriller!
@matthewbell19684 жыл бұрын
Epic video Mark and superb narrative as ever 👍 As a Brit it was some visit to Conowingo 2 years ago I loved it. I'll always remember the customs/immigration desk at DC when they asked the reason for my visit to the US. I replied 'I've come to visit the Conowingo dam', the guys expression was priceless!
@hadassah29983 жыл бұрын
That was so well narrated! I was eating popcorn while watching this beautiful video! Thank you for those amazing pictures! WOW!
@huntingtonnow18352 жыл бұрын
Incredible photo, great voiceover, too. Thank you.
@Henry300654 жыл бұрын
Another outstanding video! Pin sharp, dramatic, images. The sheer number of birds and the high catch rate can only mean one thing - the Conowingo Dam must be filled to the brim with fish! Well done. The quality of your videos are second to none.
@sparkelius4 жыл бұрын
Wow is an understatement. Great story telling and impeccable photos. Thanks Mark, this has been a great education.
@lonesomedovecall8224 жыл бұрын
Absolutely amazing shots!!!! And the narrating was superb!!! Valerie.
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@MrBob64254 жыл бұрын
Bravo, bravo!!! The pictures and story telling was worth the wait, Mark! Thank you for sharing those moments that most of us can only dream of!
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks and you are welcome
@iigal4 жыл бұрын
Phenomenal photography and video. I really enjoyed watching this and your narration was great.
@tamarawilliams36994 жыл бұрын
Just WOW!!! That is what always comes to my mind when I see your work. This is remarkable. My grand-nephew is homeschooling due to Covid. I have been sending him links to your videos over the last 6 weeks for him to watch, kind of like the nature films I watched in grade school in the 70s. He loves them. I can’t wait to find out what he thinks of the Eagle video. Thank you for sharing this and for sharing your passion.
@whiskerske32184 жыл бұрын
That vertical pic of the eagle it fricken amazing! Your photography leaves me breathless and I adore your narration.
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@dalerobinson84564 жыл бұрын
Fantastic photographs, and great narrative too! Thanks for sharing your work.
@guadalupehicks2834 жыл бұрын
M Smith, breathe taking in seeing their hard work on survival. Beautiful work, thank you.
@KurtThruKurtsLensWecker4 жыл бұрын
Loved it Mark you really captured the treasure in 16 minutes and 26 seconds! Nice meeting, chatting and shooting with you.. You really caught some great action a beautiful video!
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks and it was great meeting and shooting alongside you as well!
@ginafriend16904 жыл бұрын
Not only are you a well established photographer.. what a great author you are. Such a way with words describing! I'm fortunate enough to have found you when I did. Love it!! 🙌🦅
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@rrrosecarbinela4 жыл бұрын
Great storytelling. I've spent many hours there, watching the action. You had a LOT of action for one day!
@pamdoyle59503 жыл бұрын
I like to think that you are correct in thinking that the older eagles were training their young on how to EARN their meal. You do an AMAZING JOB, Mark. I enjoy your work and share it often. Maybe one day, I'll meet you on the Snake for some photos of our wild turkeys and eagles!??!
@ritaross74643 жыл бұрын
One of the BEST and most exciting videos. Love the way you took time to explain what was happening. I agree that maybe the adult Eagle was teaching the juveniles how to hunt for and catch their prey, as well as how to keep other eagles from stealing it after the catch. Thanks for sharing. Amazing Majestic birds!
@yajnanahd14 жыл бұрын
Extraordinary shooting , superb shots, narration.... Just awesome
@shaunbaileyuk3 жыл бұрын
Great video, I love the way you told the stories of the day thank you. London is listening!
@nancywages70294 жыл бұрын
Incredible. I enjoyed it so much. Bald Eagles are my favorite. I definitely have this on my bucket list when I retire in 3 years!
@blueeyes68524 жыл бұрын
That's how many weeks and hours left?!!! Lol! You done good girl ❣ Wow❣ 🎖
@luciegagnon12384 жыл бұрын
I loved watching the video. You had some amazing shots. I also take great pleasure in listening to your story telling. You are so poetic and have a wonderful way with words.
@philyoung48044 жыл бұрын
Fantastic show well caught. Awesome photographs, congratulations.
@patchdavis354 жыл бұрын
"Cartwheeling", as you captured at the end, can express either bonding or agressive behavior. Watching it happen in the wild is a "once in a lifetime" experience! When eagles fish, aren't you often led to wonder just what the poor prey, still alive, is thinking, suddenly finding himself in the air high above the only home he's ever known?
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Yes I often think that with the Osprey
@jkmnopgmail4 жыл бұрын
I often try to imagine the fish's reaction. ("Why does everyone say air travel is so great?")
@chrislj28904 жыл бұрын
Nice work Mark. It's great to see the number of bald eagles in the U.S., and I still remember the days when it was thought that the species was a goner due to DDT.
@fofolara4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video Mark, like all the ones you've done and that I watch with great enthusiasm. Congratulations on making such great videos that contain spectacular images.
@peterw75474 жыл бұрын
Incredible Mark! What a beautiful video and pictures !!!
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@juliebirb71624 жыл бұрын
Absolutely wonderful and brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for bringing this to us.
@justingates11224 жыл бұрын
Hope your doing allright keep on keep on ,Mark your an awesome story teller and photographer.
@dmarque4 жыл бұрын
Always fantastic Mark. Thanks for the nicely prepared video. So many fantastic images but the one with the 3 eagles and the dropped fish is simply amazing~!
@Michael-fw5ef4 жыл бұрын
You are the best photographer I have ever seen posting on YT. You could shoot for National Geographic or Hustler.
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks and lol on hustler.
@shadowrslayer4 жыл бұрын
just discovered your channel and it did not disappoint. Binge watching all your great documentaries, you got some amazing shots in that one
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@russellgentile47194 жыл бұрын
Mark you're a great artist in all ways. Thank you for sharing these incredible videos and photos. Your narration is phenomenal too!
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@tomlee8124 жыл бұрын
What a fabulous show. Thanks, Mark, for bringing it to us.
@하지화순2 ай бұрын
Amazing how close you are with those flying birds!! Hope you enjoy your job or trip and thanks for sharing 👍
@namriderone35384 жыл бұрын
Simply an amazing show by a most talented photographer, super job!
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@curtiswrigley4 жыл бұрын
I am 40 min away. Love going down there to see the Eagles. If you park near the vultures they will eat your windshield wipers . Great images
@bro72694 жыл бұрын
These shots are off the hook! I got a nice sharp image of hawk the other day and was ecstatic over it. I can’t image getting shots like this. Great job, and thanks for bringing us along for the ride!
@aniquewaseem62594 жыл бұрын
Mark, I started following you for your photography but now I'm not even sure man. Whether I like you photography or your commentary moe. Your photos, videos are the best but your commentary is super best. It keeps you engaged, not only watchin your videos but listening makes it double the fun. Well done man. 💐
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that! Thanks.
@russellgentile47194 жыл бұрын
Yes, I totally agree with all you said. I know it must be a tremendous amount of work and time to do all this. Mark must go through and edit so much source material and then prepare it in this way for our consumption. He makes it look so easy though. What an artist of his craft!
@quinny5254 жыл бұрын
Another informative and beautiful presentation...Thanks Mark!
@futbolera4274 жыл бұрын
Absolutely Brilliant! I live on a lake in FL and we have a nesting pair of baldies that have come back every year for at least the last 20 years! They are amazing to just sit back and watch. I look forward to seeing them every year. It seems like they are having more years than not with having twins.
@JISIM_PHOTO4 жыл бұрын
You live in a wonderful place! envious!
@parmanduke3 жыл бұрын
Astounding the razor sharp images you're getting from that distance. AMazing images amazing video amazing photographer.
@angelabonner17854 жыл бұрын
Outstanding, as usual and your narrative makes it complete!!!
@cynthiarao17184 жыл бұрын
Wow 😳 that was amazing loved the adult eagle 🦅 dropping fish and juvenile catching it amazing thanks mark 😊
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@kmacfly594 жыл бұрын
One of your best Mark!! Some of the best photography I have ever seen, your skill as a photographer is so enhanced by your excellent narration. Thanks so much for sharing this great experience.
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@emattv5243 жыл бұрын
Watching these birds flying free would be an amazing feeling. I wish i could experience this
@michaelcohen61774 жыл бұрын
Wow, fantastic photography, videography and story telling. What a trip. I wish I could have been there. Bravo Mark. My favorite was the three eagles and the fish in the air. Hope to see you soon.
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike!
@madtoffelpremium83244 жыл бұрын
Wow, that was amazing light, I wish I would live near such a beautiful location and your images and storytelling is unbelivable as ever. But please start uploading in 4K, so that we can see these amazing birds in all thier glory.
@nadineF4 жыл бұрын
My favourite part of the video was the eagles locking their talons. Amazing
@PerrynBecky Жыл бұрын
Wonderful presentation and narration.
@carolschultz10584 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh, another fantastically beautiful video, capturing those magnificent eagles! You're videos & shots are amazing! TY for sharing! 👏😊
@chrnaf4 жыл бұрын
This video alone just earned you a subscription. Exceedingly well done sir
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@liv4swells4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for bringing us along! Great photos and storytelling as usual 👍🏼
@espiciozabarretoemorajkar6940 Жыл бұрын
Love the marvellous photography and the graphic narration!
@Third134 жыл бұрын
Amazing! The images and captures were awesome!
@six4two14 жыл бұрын
The narration you add to your videos is as engaging as the imagery. You mentioned taking this trip when I attended your Florida workshop in October. I was hoping you would get action shots and make a video. Well done! I look forward to meeting you again - maybe even in Costa Rico.
@tontastoner91413 жыл бұрын
Spectacular video!! They do put on a great show when migrating.
@Mike-fs3bv4 жыл бұрын
You inspired me to go to Conowingo this past Sunday. When I saw your notice for the upcoming video I looked into it as it is only a 2+ hour drive. It was an amazing morning. The eagles did not disappoint. Highly recommended for anyone to visit. I did not expect the excitement of the aerial battles. Sometimes it was just fun to watch and enjoy the show. I will definitely be returning.
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome
@BriangjohnsonTv3 жыл бұрын
You create the most amazing videos Mark.
@seanmisael87693 жыл бұрын
i dont mean to be so offtopic but does anybody know a trick to log back into an Instagram account? I was stupid lost my account password. I appreciate any tricks you can offer me.
@reybenedict58983 жыл бұрын
@Sean Misael instablaster :)
@edshulman16773 жыл бұрын
Great video. The verbal portion fit so nicely with the video portion.
@ilesmic4 жыл бұрын
You are one of my favorite photographers-- I love your photography but your explanation and narrative of what is happening is great-- I love the shot of the adult eagle and 2 younger birds and the dropped fish in mid air-- Fantastic video as always
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@athenagarza43113 жыл бұрын
Your words with the photos are awesome
@zee0700312 жыл бұрын
Omg! This was amazing! The narration was perfect!!!
@ernstfischer84154 жыл бұрын
These are sensational pictures Mr. Smith
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@schafer14134 жыл бұрын
Mark, that was an amazing video!! Even on slow days like you experienced, it's a privledge to be able to see and hear all these beautiful creatures! We are planning to head back down there again tomorrow.
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Amazing placd
@grahamallen39414 жыл бұрын
Brilliant seeing nature in full flight. Love Bald Eagles and those talons, wouldn’t want to be caught on the end of those. Great photos thank you. Graham🇬🇧🇬🇧🐟🐟🦅🦅🦅🏜📷📷📷
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@ruthmeyer54154 жыл бұрын
Amazing photos!! Was great to see the eagles eating the fish in flight, and all the adult/immature interactions. Thank you!
@mikeyb98194 жыл бұрын
Wow, just amazing pics Mark. Thanks.
@NigelHarperPhoto4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely stunning photography and video Mark! Very well captured and highly entertaining! Cheers
@alexmendoza21784 жыл бұрын
Mark, you have out done yourself again. These are some of the best eagle shots I have seen!
@EdwardGrayTheEdge4 жыл бұрын
Amazing shots! The A7SIII is excellent
@gordonkoh88944 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic shots, videos and of course the narration was so interesting that I kept watching and watching till the end. Thanks for this amazing video, one of the very best in this genre.
@ArmandSharp17 күн бұрын
Love the evocative naration (and the photography ofcourse)
@robertbohnaker98984 жыл бұрын
Never seen the level of detail and quality as this. Those Sony bodies and that 600 mm/1.4 tele ( and undoubtedly your experience and skill level ) produce detail and quality the Canon system still can’t match. My humble opinion. Well Done! You Da Man . I tip my Hat to You !👍🦅👏🏻🍾
@Missbagpipernorthwest4 жыл бұрын
We’re experiencing an exhilarating bald eagle show on Lake Coeur d’Alene Idaho. The salmon come in to spawn and the Eagles migrate to feed for about four weeks this time every year. The excitement is just exhilarating above water as it is below water as I was able to experience it as a scuba diver for many years!! Thanks for the camera settings, they’re very valuable and saves a lot of frustration! Excellent video-Happy Holidays!
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
I would love to see that!
@marple2004 жыл бұрын
Great video Mark. I'm glad your experience at the dam met your expectations. For those who live nearby but can't travel to faraway places to video eagles, it's a real treasure.
@MarkSmithphotography4 жыл бұрын
Thanks and it is a fantastic place! You are lucky to live close by!
@kathyberger66502 жыл бұрын
Beautiful shots!!!!! Thanks so much for sharing!❤️🦅