BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY in the forest [Behind the scenes] - 3D camouflage and Nikon Z6

This is the behind the camera version of Bird Photography in the Forest:
••• Watch the original video: • BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY in th... •••
After the photo trip to the forest where I was photographing the woodpecker I am making a recap where I am talking about the day and my experiences. I love bird photography and this is actually one of my first time photographing birds for quite a while.
In this behind the scenes version I am talking a little about the pros and cons of using the tripod, a little about the composition, the 3d camouflage clothes and then in the end of the video I am answering some questions from the previous video. I really hope you will get something out of this and I am very eager to get some feedback.
••• SOME GEAR IN THE VIDEO •••
3D camouflage suit: geni.us/6b92DQ
3D camouflage gloves: geni.us/zz51pkE
Lowepro camera bag: geni.us/WwSr
Manfrotto Videohead 502: geni.us/jSYAC
Outdoor trousers: Klättermusen Gere 2.0 - Klättermusen have sponsored me on my trips and expeditions for the past 4 years which I really appreciate.
••• FOLLOW ME •••
Join my newsletter: geni.us/morten...
Instagram: / mortenhilmer
Website: mortenhilmer.com
••• FINE ART PRINTS •••
shop.mortenhil...
••• GEAR LIST ON MY WEBSITE •••
mortenhilmer.c...
••• MUSIC •••
I am using music from Musicbed in this video.
follow my affiliate link to try it out for a month for free:
share.mscbd.fm/...
See you out there !
All the best
Morten Hilmer

[@MortenHilmer]

🎥 Watch the video this one is all about 🎥: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6GZh6FoaauqeM0 Thanks for all your amazing comments 👍👍👍

[@MeriDunyavlogs]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gn_FeIp7irxrbc0

[@rajasekharn1665]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4rInpStrMiep7s Please do watch! 😊

[@sureshmajhivlogs]

Nice to photographer

[@wallyjones2826]

"I see myself as a guest in Nature." -- Morten Hilmer Your photography is wonderful and your attitude is inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing it all with us! Parent feeding a child. It doesn't get better than that! (Okay, it got better when you poured a cup of coffee.)

[@MortenHilmer]

Oh thank you so much for leaving such a lovely comment. I really really appreciate 👍

[@swissbirder1651]

I loved that quote as well. It encapsulates how we should treat nature, furthermore how as more and more habitats are compromised that we will step in as guests and be very lucky if we can see the inhabitants.

[@randygeene9455]

Your attitude about being in nature is similar to mine. The bird or animal may know that you are there but be respectful, keep movements to a minimum, don’t get too close, capture your images and leave quietly. If I spend some time with a bird or animal, hopefully capturing a few good images, I always whisper a short “thank-you” out loud to them....really, I thank them. For their time and letting me share a little bit of their life, I am grateful.

[@MortenHilmer]

I can definitely relate to that Randy. I do exactly the same thing and it is such a great feeling. It makes me feel a bit less disconnected to Nature..

[@DaNortWoods]

I absolutely do the same thing! It’s a privilege for them to let you get a glimpse of their life. I always say thank you!

[@jmguitarr7819]

A pesar de q casi no entiendo lo q algunas veces dice por q no habló mucho ingles. Me encanta si trabajo 😍🌿🐦🎥

[@MortenHilmer]

Gracias😊😊 no hablar Espanol. I hope it is spelled correct 😉

[@camilomoraleslinares6363]

Hermano, si abres el vídeo desde un ordenador puedes activar los subtítulos al español. Primero activas la opción subtitulo inglés, después le das en traducir automáticamente y seleccionas Español.

[@robertbetz5548]

Denmark is so beautiful and your videos are so interesting and informative I really enjoy your channel. By far you are one of the best in the photography scene. Great job Fan for ever..

[@bernardstaub8747]

My feeling on wildlife photography has always been to capture their lives, not change it. It's nice to hear you have the same view.

[@MortenHilmer]

That is a really good way of saying it👍

[@bossofthemoss450]

I love the passion you have for everything, including your ‘never ending’ coffee flask 👏👍☺️😂😂 most of all though, the respect and love you have for nature. Bravo Morten.

[@cliftonwhittaker260]

Morten, you are my favorite wildlife photographer. I love your dog and share your affinity for coffee.

[@uaebifvideo5472]

Beautiful idea,this behind the scene thing requires a lot of work from your side ,as viewers and followers, we do appreciate you taking the time and effort to do this !!THANK YOU!!👍👍

[@Thultmark]

Thanks Morten for the beautiful way you describe respect for wildlife and nature. And thanks for being completely completely yourself and cliché-free. Inspiring.

[@MarcusJGrey]

Scrim netting is awesome, that stuff has helped out in many a hide and concealment. Also great for just sticking on foliage into the netting holes to help break up your silhouette!

[@EricPotter]

Thank you Morten. Love your work! My family loves to watch your videos together. Best of luck and keep i up! Thank you again!!!!

[@MortenHilmer]

Thanks Eric it is so nice to hear. Please say hi to all of them from me. I'm looking forward sharing my next trips with you. All the best.

[@paulmendolia8483]

I just think you are a good man with a big heart for nature. Your videos are so calming. being ill lately yiu have given me inspiration to work w my new lens.

[@Jessehermansonphotography]

I need a shirt that says “mmmm... so good” with Morton holding a cup of Joe!

[@MortenHilmer]

Haha Jesse😉 I might make such a shirt one day.

[@giuseppecapilli4914]

Dreamy and blurry, this is why I love your photos so much. Without revealing everything in a "clean sharp focus image", you live to the viewer the possibility to become part of the process of interpretation and to complete with his own ideas the picture you made, rather than just observing it. This is what the great artists do. But even more importantly, you are a great human being. Thank you Morten, you are the best and the finest.

[@HampshireHog63]

The reason you have such a good audience, Morten, is because people not only appreciate your photography but also your enthusiasm and philosophy, which so many people admire.

[@MartyLInTheDoghouse]

Morton, This video really shows you level of respect and great care for nature. You truly are an inspiration to so many. As a nature and wildlife amateur photographer myself, I can appreciate all that you do and share. Thank you so much!

[@benvivian8040]

“A guest in nature” is the perfect way to describe our role. Well said and well done. The world would look very different if everyone had this respect for nature.

[@joshuahorner2639]

I am very thankful for videos like yours that allow me to learn how to create beautiful images. I only recently have started photographing birds as a way of helping me to remember what birds that I’ve seen on birdwatching trips. I like the technical information because there is value in others experience. I find watching your videos to be almost like meditation.

[@MortenHilmer]

Thanks a lot Joshua. I wish you all the best luck with your photography and I'm looking forward to sharing more tips with you

[@tudora5498]

Thank you for all the work you put into these videos. They are a true inspiration and your kind and relaxed way of presenting makes them extremely plesant to watch.

[@j30roth]

Have met many photographers who dont respect the wildlife, they just want the shot no matter who or what gets in their way. Well done Morten, nice video.

[@marcvictoria1414]

"I can easily grab this 600 and film with this hand-held". While I hold mine and cant get ONE thing in focus. I'm lucky if i can hold my 150-600mm for five seconds; photos and videos all shaky! Hats off to you Morten!

[@kevonart9675]

Vengo del canal UPDT, maravilloso trabajo que hace este hombre 👏

[@MortenHilmer]

Muchas gracias Kevon👍

[@krzysztofgrasssnake]

It’s so great that you break rules. I love your style. It’s natural. I’m so sick of photos of a bird on a stick with blurry backgrounds. I thin photographs in persuading perfect birds photos completely forgot about natural environment of birds or wild animals. I really like to listen to your stories. Glad you liked Poland. I’m from Poland 🇵🇱. If you would like to visit again let me know. I have a simple house in Mazury lake country. Full of wild life close to Bialowierza where you have been. All the best, Krzysztof.

[@naturephotographerlaszlofe1636]

The truth is Hilmer is always your videos, and you always give an Inspiration. 😉 You can throw the days brutally at me and I think you don't need it better than a Nature photographer. Thank you very much Hilmer! ☺

[@StevenTillyer]

Great work Morton! always a pleasure watching your videos, looking forward to your next one and the Ellesmere videos!

[@michalstoch]

Your'e an inspiration Morten! Greetings from the French Alps ✌

[@MortenHilmer]

Thanks a lot. Better compliment is hard to get👍

[@michalstoch]

@@MortenHilmer you're welcome 👍

[@thearchive64]

It brings me so much joy watching these videos. Even though we have many many wildlife photographer's here in Finland, I gotta say you're truly one of the biggest inspirations for me. It's mostly because your love towards nature is pure. It has nothing to do with money or fame and that's exactly why I can identify to you.

[@stefanmaen9146]

Hello Morten! It so good to have you back :) I just watched both of your new videos, and again as always, they are so inspiring, and awesome - thank you! I like your new format of making a “original” video and then a btc, where you explain more with the time it needs. I loved to hear your insight about the composition/framing and the use of the tripod. I am currently exploring the Albanian alps with my wife and my 1 year old son, and I just wanted to let you know that you have inspired me in the past so much, that last night I got up at 4 in the morning, and sneaked around the forest - not expecting anything (but hoping for a bear). In the end I settled for pictures from snails, butterflies and flowers, but just LOVED being out there, came back with a huge smile on my face. So thank you for making those videos!

[@MortenHilmer]

That sounds absolutely awesome Stefan. It must have been a fantastic trip and a great morning. I know that feeling of coming back home with a smile on my face👍 I'm really really proud I can inspire you and I'll do my best to continue doing that. See you out there 👍

[@stefanmaen9146]

@@MortenHilmer Thank you! Yes - see you out there!

[@csb65536]

I am very happy I watched this video. The fact that we are guests in the forrest and to show respect in both coming and leaving is an awesome concept. Thank you for enlightening me on this!!

[@jules0X]

18:45 "It's such a nice little fellow... OOoooh. And this is a nice little cup of coffee..." Ohh Morten. You're a gem.

[@emilpoulsennatur]

I am nominated for a Talent-price for my wildlife photography so I’m super excited 😊 Thx for the great inspiration Morten!

[@WillWalterPhotography]

Well done Emil

[@MortenHilmer]

Congratulations 👍

[@kirstendl1724]

Glad to see i'm not the only person on this planet who struggles with a tripod when setting it up. :) Sometimes it realy is a pain in the a$$, especialy when it needs to be installed very fast/quick.

[@codybonner3828]

Your English is great:) I find your videos really relaxing and you've really inspired me to get outdoors with my camera more.

[@Hardwareoverclock]

the best Nautur Fotograf....

[@picapica42]

Thank you for taking us behind the scenes with you, that was very informative. :) You mentioned how you don't want to disturb the animals too much which was something that really struck me with one of the first videos I watched of you. I think it might have been the deer in the meadow. Your respect for the environment and the animals really shines through. I do hope you'll take us on a Macro trip one day :)

[@arronstrutt8851]

Simply amazing, a true inspiration to the photography world Morten!

[@Seanog1231]

Agree the most memorable photo was his favorite, somehow it draws you in to focus on the subject.

[@barrylineker3523]

Your videos bring me so much calmness and contentment within my hectic city life. Your enthusiasm for wildlife and your rural lifestyle is so inspiring and refreshing in a world where everything is so artificial. Thank you!

[@markattardo]

I appreciate (and share) your thoughts on being in nature. Going over your woodpecker session was quite helpful!

[@lilledilorenzo1341]

Another Great behind the scenes Video. Thanks so much !

[@johnrichardson1796]

Always love your brilliant videos, great advice for all photographers 👍

[@mitymous1]

So much respect and admiration for your approach and philosophy. Every one of your videos is a treat and an inspriation!

[@Groucherino]

Superb, as always. Thanks for being an inspiration to so many to get out there and enjoy our natural world.....

[@lost_soul6201]

Morten morten morten .... I am ur great great great fan .. Love ur simplicity and ur voice and everything u do and everthing u share ... GOD BLESS YOU IN EVERY JOURNEY OF YOURS

[@MortenHilmer]

Thank you so much rohit. So kind of you

[@lost_soul6201]

@@MortenHilmer my hero photographer read my comment .. Looking forward for some new videos from you .

[@Lofi_Lovers-LoL]

I love photographers And Also Photography 😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@williambakkernl]

Nice video and concept Morten! I was at work when I got the notification your video was up, and almost couldn't wait to get home. Your videos and that of some other photographers are far far better than 99% of what's on my cable-TV. Keep it coming!

[@alfemile]

Thanks for sharing with us your love for photography and wildlife, I can't say enough to express how I feel watching your content. Im getting inspired and bloomed with what you show, also your character and energy. I've had watched almost all your videos since I discovered your channel. Can't wait to watch your travels chapters!!! Greetings!!!

[@crumpeteer6477]

Just come across you today & love your video with your quiet friendly manner. Will be watching more. Thanks

[@SCHATTENJGGER]

You are a determined man...

[@johnbamouk3522]

The respect you have for animals and nature was so inspiring..i never thought that i may disturb them or my presence may be harmful for them..I ll try tonchange that from now on..your photos are gorgeous.thank you for sharing..

[@MortenHilmer]

Hi John, thank you for your great comment, it's so great to hear that I can be inspiring!!

[@rushl.workman7138]

Your English is great. You should hear my Dutch, maybe not. I'll be your cameraman and carry the coffee too. Thanks for the great info.

[@bro7269]

I photograph a pack of coyotes at a local park in Arizona. It’s very busy there because people use the park all day to walk, run, ride horses, skateboard etc. If I get there early in the morning before light and wait for the pack to wake up I can get a few hours before everyone shows up. Even though I’m a good distance away the coyotes know I‘m there for sure so I’ve thought about the 3D camo but I would feel a little weird....it just seems easier on the coyotes if I could make myself a little more invisible. Love your content!

[@skque59]

Loved your message here and would like to share it on IG. I have noticed a lot of photographers do not care about the animal but more about getting the photo. The game here has to change.

[@Ipdxcreative]

One of the best most helpful videos I've seen of your so far. Went out today to shoot and I'm excited to go out more often!

[@MortenHilmer]

Thank you so much. I'm really glad to hear

[@tegser]

Always enjoy watching your videos..your passion is so inspiring..I hope one day I will see you out there

[@suman-iy7ei]

Love your photography boss I have watched your every video ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Love from 🇳🇵🇳🇵

[@karlisuh1373]

For me, that I really love the the kind of music that you add makes me feel so inside the environment ❣️

[@kelsi6273]

Glad to see you getting back to your roots.

[@JoeMaranophotography]

Wow two videos in a short time Tonight is my chill night too - treat! The first 10mins you explained why I use MicroFourThirds lol

[@lost_soul6201]

Same here 😁

[@toddpelletier2168]

Loving the new photography video/BTS format!

[@bohemianrhapsody1203]

Bravo super photographe animalier merci pour ces vidéo

[@GeoffCooper]

This is awesome - I love this idea to also have a behind the scenes explanation afterwards! We all want to know how it's done and it's so hard to explain those kind of things at the same time as photographing 😊 I totally agree with the silent shutter thing - it's certainly better but somehow it takes the 'feeling' of taking a photograph away so I only use it when I think I need to! Re. the Nikon Z autofocus tracking - the firmware update they released while you were away has cartainly improved it, so they're certainly working on it...

[@chaubey.jii_]

Sir u r osm i am from India i love ur photography

[@jasonfraser3572]

Brilliant video, the tips on field-craft are really helpful and the reminder to us all the animal or bird come before the the photos. Love your work.

[@Fearless-vy8gf]

I haven't picked up a camera in 10 years. I felt inspired by your work and ENERGY around wildlife. I bought a D5600 2 weeks ago, travelled to a local National Nature Reserve and spent HOURS there. I'd like to get out every day after work and learn more. Im currently only using a 70-300mm from Tamron until im able to get around to purchasing a 600mm lens. Other than that my next purchase will be a thermos and some fantastic coffee :). I hope you keep making these videos when you have the time; to help & inspire others like you have done for me. Kind Regards Morten! James (London, England)

[@LieslHuddleston]

Your lens is bigger than my lens :D But the challenges are the same and I'm so glad to see you show the challenges of photography, it is good to know we all face them and we shouldn't feel bad when we struggle, rather focus on the joy of being in nature. Plus, your photos always tell a story, and that is the most important thing to accomplish and you always seem to manage that. I had a good laugh when you said, "Oh look at that, now it's not bird photography - it's just one of my chickens!" Haha! I just love how genuine and down to earth you are, Morten, it is what makes your channel such a pleasure to watch.

[@DrFabioUsChur]

i want to be looked at like morten looks at his coffee

[@wm3720]

Thank you !!! Nice to have you back my friend. Late breakfast in "Angraikke" because of your video....... hahahaha - had to follow to the end. Nice as usual. Had a lot of benefit of settings C1,C2,C3 in Slovenia. Thank you for those settings. See you !

[@imperialdairon376]

Beautiful Birds

[@9oldfingers349]

Morten its a Pine Martin, RE the noise they make in the nest, this is made only by the one at the hole waiting to be fed, i guess some do get predated by other animals of the woods, thats Nature, lovely vid as per usual !!!

[@anettehuuschristensen448]

I love your videos! To a new photographer they are great inspiration and very educational. Love the way you see yourself as a guest in nature and your general approach to photography 👌

[@SuperFucdat]

Morten, you never disappoint. Your videos just keep getting better & I have loved your passion for wildlife photography since I started watching you. When are coming to England? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@edwardperry4416]

Great Video Morten, I love your work, but more than that I love your philosophy for wildlife photography and the respect you have for all of nature! Well Done, you an inspiration sir!

[@DaveMorrow]

Awesome video Morten. Always enjoyable to hear your thought process on shooting and life.

[@dennishollinghurst7220]

Thank you for another great video full of useful information and videod in your natural style. I had just finished watching it and looked out of the window of our cottage to see a Woodpecker climbing the leg of our bird feeding frame to reach the peanut feeder. I got a few photos shooting through the window so they are not great shots but definitely made me feel privileged to share space with such a wonderful species.

[@casperghst42]

Must say that Fosdalen is worth a visit. For anyone going, stop by the information center down the road, worth it. Morten, I'm still hoping that Nikon will bring out an Z8 with all the bangs from the D850... as always your videos are great.

[@julieholland9639]

Thanks for the video, different vegetation to where I live (western Australia) I am not as able as you due to arthritis and ankle surgery so I tend to walk less distance and find a spot, using a crop camera rather than my full frame for reach with a smaller lens than yours. What ever way we capture it the beauty of being out in nature is what its all about. I really enjoy your videos

[@sandracashes4255]

Perfect! 😊 Love the behind the scenes video. Love your philosophy on how to photograph nature, and love your natural video style. 👍

[@michaelrobbins1632]

Really enjoyed it Morten as usual love your natural style I watched the other video too thought that was excellent and really agree with you about not disturbing the wildlife , if you get a chance watch this weeks footage of "Springwatch on BBC 2 TV here in the uk it has some fantastic footage of inside a woodpecker nest and how the chicks sit on top of each other but rotate by climbing over each other to take their turn at the hole and that's why they think they never stop squawking as its a different chick calling the parents in for their food but saying that yours was the only one left ? a great piece on their tongues too, looking forward to your next video already

[@lynettestewart2758]

Looking good Morten, always look forward to watching your videos.

[@randomarts1758]

i love your videos love them always want to watch your videos and i watch them from the start till the end keep up the good work and thank you for teaching me so much about photography god bless you

[@MortenHilmer]

Thanks a lot 👍

[@helios7966]

Amazing video as always!

[@jonnhymelavo6409]

Your videos are awesome, very nice work! 👍

[@ClaudioJorgePelotasRS]

Excelente teus vídeos meu amigo.

[@ToToWildlife]

Awesome video my friend 👍👍👍👍👍

[@rezaeimj]

“Pain in the something” i died 😂😂

[@MrALorenzen]

Mojn Morten. Thank you for The Video. Great to see yout passion for The Nature and The wildlife. Keep up. I’m inspired. See you it there.

[@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969]

Great stuff Morten 👍

[@trevorhughes7399]

Your enthusiasm really shines through in your videos Morton, reminiscent of David Attenborough. Thank you for sharing your experiences. Atb

[@MortenHilmer]

Thanks a lot Trevor. What a great compliment

[@cernunnos22]

You are a great man. I think you answered most of the questions, well at least you answered mine ... 😉👍🏻 can’t wait for the next one! Take care morten

[@matugameplaypro8785]

I love your work

[@brunobatista7105]

your videos are an inspiration for me, continue with the fabulous job, a big hug from Portugal

[@mikecrowley6485]

Another great video Morten. Your a true Gentleman 👍🏻

[@Line-Grid]

Thank you for another great video. :) You've inspired me to get back into nature photography myself and I'm really excited to get back out there!

[@suefisher1077]

I love your video from London UK

[@ukaszbendykowski259]

I just love to watch your videos, they are really nicely done, very informative and relaxing at the same time. You seem to be such a nice guy. I share the same attitude to the nature and animals of minimal or no impact. Keep the great work 👍

[@GingerPhotographer]

Great insight, thank you for sharing Morten. I've spent the last few weeks roaming the local forest, introducing wildlife in to my landscape's has given me a different perspective on how I look at my surroundings, neck hurts from time to time 😊.... I can spend hours upon hours in a static location and even if I don't come away with a photo then that's fine.

[@RussellMcCollom]

Really enjoyed the behind the scenes video. Love all your videos. So glad I stumbled onto your channel right at the beginning.

[@TheVassili1986]

Thanks for the amazing Video you make me Love Photography