See Through the Lens of the World's Best Underwater Surf Photographer | Ben Thouard in “Surface"

[@juju-uv5zo]

So I’m guessing they used the second best underwater photographer to record him? Lol

[@EmilBurganov]

true.

[@gibbethoskins8621]

To say anyone is 'the best' at any art is a strange claim

[@heaththebennett]

Hahaha. I'm the worlds best at something subjective and unable to rank....weird flex but ok

[@justfly1984]

That was his wife who is second photographer.

[@JonRawlinson]

@@gibbethoskins8621 agreed. stupid title. brilliant video. stunning work.

[@ivanreinaldo1]

We need more video like this on youtube

[@bipolatelly9806]

that would be boring.

[@PhilipDosa]

Make some

[@jxnfrd4049]

@@PhilipDosa I try to. Well, its a progress. You can see how i will get there soon hopefully. Remember im a kid with a Laptop and a Gopro. Cheers.

[@Kid_A_]

Ok boomer

[@widaAcK]

Fantasy 'Eystique nectar elitism he naturãlez before Die heroin's....Yeah why knot's

[@tom7865]

Here is a man doing life properly.

[@imreeflexx1878]

tom7865 living*

[@pags44]

ImReeflexx wanker

[@jessevanes1]

i guess, he's a "content" person, what more can you wish for?

[@imanshumpert2724]

tom7865 true

[@joshuamills7633]

Yeah contributing fuck all to the future of the planet, but yeah doing life properly. Epic

[@LJ_S1K]

Credit to the guy or girl videoing him as he gets shots of the waves 3:25 was an awesome shot

[@artfilm5996]

They were all amazing shots!

[@LJ_S1K]

Yes they were

[@gentbar7296]

unsung ...

[@aslac]

thats what i also thought

[@patatas9438]

3:31 - 3:36 how about these shots? I think the one took the photo is flying

[@williamday3647]

This is one of those really inspirational videos that really makes me want to pack my bags and start a career in photography

[@chris2944]

But then you sit back down on your couch and watch more youtube

[@MountainDiver_]

Yeah thinking about that also

[@dragon4956]

Get a camera, and look what you can do with it. Experiment, have fun, work hard and maybe one day you're able to be a professional.

[@TobyKate]

The opportunity is there man. It's not just a dream anymore, in today's age, it's a possibility

[@bipolatelly9806]

next video....

[@phapnui]

Most beautiful video I have seen in a long time.

[@michalsofer3378]

me too

[@JaydenLawson]

Same - visually and audibly

[@oommcc]

Not enough girls in bikini so I had to give it a vote down. Whats the point of surf but that?

[@commie281]

@@oommcc dude come on

[@luigieberbesada9869]

the content the music the video editing, all are perfect. awesome video!

[@bragee]

50k views for this masterpiece are ridiculous. I also see 10 dislikes, envy is a bad beast... Mind blowing.

[@jbe6697]

I hope the dislikers shirt sleeves will slide down while washing hands

[@alliancejiujitsuauckland-m6231]

Simply amazing!

[@nonsacrvm611]

To this day the viewers increased up to 75%. Dislikers? 750%!! Unhappy, negative people is growing. I pray the Lord for you and ask for them too

[@MiddleClassMayhem]

His photos and this cinematography are too dope!

[@lukaseabourne-carlin442]

chromatography*

[@bipolatelly9806]

your comment is too dope!

[@laurades525]

bipolar telly and YOURE a dope you unappreciative Stupid Idiot that’s the Truth

[@osamabinladen824]

Topography

[@dhaloh]

@@lukaseabourne-carlin442 actually he meant *cinematography :)

[@AndresRuiz007]

The way you can see the mountains through the waves is so freaking awesome and stunning.

[@lizjdq]

This is why editing photos should be used responsibly and not taken lightly. This man actually took the time to find that gap in nature where the wave turns into a lens and shows this wonderful scene. Photography is about where u are and when... and the work it takes to get there. This is why i hate instagram.

[@karkasselebordelais4266]

You have to imagine the thousands and thousands of hours spent in the water to get those beautiful images. Congratulations for this fantastic job.

[@animalejocorpeno80]

Exquisite imagery, sound production, editing. This is a masterpiece

[@oommcc]

Not enough girls in bikini so I had to give it a vote down. Whats the point of surf but that?

[@Polak78222]

5:28, that shot wow

[@soyHapns]

This is mesmerising how peaceful it is under water the light is beautiful and the massive waves that could easily knock you out are so calm and clear

[@curlyfryactual]

This photography evoked such awe in me it brought tears to my eyes. It took me back to peering through waves much like that while snorkeling as a kid. I think now what I thought then: that looking through the window of the wave is some sort of divine gift which might otherwise be reserved for the gods. It's a rare work that can call forward such strong feelings. Super commendable!

[@jackvolkwyn7590]

I feel this ♥️

[@JordanStuddard]

Huge respect, he's basically using the wave as a lens

[@aarongrassroots8441]

As I sit here in awe after watching this amazing video on December 16, 2019 I realize there are at least 94 people on this earth that are either jealous and lack any creative talent or they’re just blind and shouldn’t be liking or disliking the video in the first place. If in case it is the latter, I apologize. For all you negative Nancy’s, get off your couch and or computer and at least go take a walk outside. It won’t hurt you, trust me.

[@sunnydae6602]

Aaron Well said 😊

[@thomas-mc1tp]

This motivates me to step up my ocean photography.

[@cyrusf.4039]

Through his camera, the wave takes the literal shape of an eye and the ocean glimpses the land before blinking shut and the wave closes. The wave becomes a lens in front of the lens of the camera. Very beautiful .

[@rockartgeorge]

Absolument splendide! Digne de l'Oscar du court métrage. Meilleure photographie qu'il est possible d'admirer; la vue d'un poisson littéralement. Mille mercis à Ben qui apporte une dimension jusque là négligée.

[@claudineb777]

Incredible! I love swimming in the ocean. I find it calming when you lie down on the floor of the ocean and you look up and watch the surface of the water. Thanks for sharing!

[@nireeburr]

May I be so bold as to say , for the 35+ generations, ur photos or more your videos u captured with great dance music, we love it ... and dance to the bliss of under water and on screen just dance to your magic u captured. 🤞🏼✊🏼👍🏼👌🏼🤘

[@yahirfilms1380]

Song at 00:40? *Edit the song is With you - Sam Von Horn

[@travismontana9433]

Thank you.

[@Montanho09]

A powerful reminder that when we believe we got something unique to supply this world with, we shall never stop til we achieve it.Thank you for bringing your magnificent vision to us humans!

[@virginiaelizabeth435]

4:00 minutes in... I'm thinking... Nature is so amazing but when you pause it or slow it down.... WOW!!!! Breathtaking!!!

[@majyk878]

This almost put me to sleep, not out of boredom, but it was so relaxing and mesmerizing

[@acarroll1714]

4:05 utter genius. I would have never seen an angle like this.

[@The1234jakob]

big credits to the one filming this, those cave shots are pretty epic

[@Niex_Knox]

That is magical footage, nature can be so awe inspiring if captured.

[@descent815]

Those shots are AMAZING! Next level, spiritual even.

[@decoff]

Credit to a person that sticks to what they love and work on his personal vision to create what isnt being seen. Photography is my love as well, and even after 30+ years of shooting, I see people with mediocre content getting phrase, while the ones that really understand and pursue a level that demands respect is just trying to stay relevant.

[@OnMyWaytoKorea]

This video brought tears to my eyes. The beauty of those waves, those pictures, the videos captured... I am at awe. Amazing photographer and amazing videographer! 😍

[@sean.marshall]

"I couldn't even imagine today being away from the ocean." I know exactly how you feel.

[@agustingarcia6705]

Amazing images ive been swimming in the ocean for almost 40 years and i've never seen those beautiful rings previously, God bless you brothers the ocean is the perfect world...thanks for sharing..from El Salvador Central America best wishes to you all,.....ENJOY IT!...

[@tarkarose7938]

What a great thing to dedicate yourself to! who is disliking this masterpiece?

[@JaMikePhotography]

This is a beautifully inspirational video. Shout to the guy behind the camera shooting him! What a God

[@stevenr8606]

👍 you have captured what I saw with eyes in 1972 🙌 BEAUTIFUL 🎨

[@pfflam]

Magnifique! It is so rare for an artist to be able to literally find and then pioneer a niche, and then to do it well. I hope he also has large prints for sale in Galleries, they really are awesome!!

[@kaboji8013]

My heart trembles in the beauty world where the waves make!

[@germanrivera4581]

Just beautiful…….it’s nature art, in synch with a very good photographer. Congrats, Sir!!

[@pano-rific8838]

Broken hatred. The link above to his story and photo kit is BROKEN !! - Non the less I salute you and cheer you on Ben. An amazing photo view finder perspective. Greg Greenrow, and Aussie. Way back in around 1967-8. Strapped a full size underwater camera on his back positioned so it would shoot over his shoulder. Knee riding a "pipo board" aka, belly board or buggie board. Greg took us "Inside the Green Room" the name of his film. Farther back in to a tub than anyone had recorded before. Then to top it. He proved one could turn up in to and over with the breaking wave and complete the 360 roll with so much speed. He would shoot out of the tube. All caught on film, on a biggie board riding on his knees. Man I wish I could find that film. I saw it in 1970. Anybody - Hit me up if you know where I can find a copy.

[@WindTreeStudios]

Ben, you are the most innovative, dedicated and accomplished photographer I have ever seen! Your work is in a class by itself and an absolute thrill to experience!

[@davejohnsen8540]

Digital photography / photoshopping has made even the novice photographer pretty good. However, it STILL takes a talented photographer with an "eye" for it to make a GREAT photographer. Nice job and beautiful pics!

[@lefinnee4393]

Thank you for loading it up, the nature's beauty gives relaxing sensation.

[@dileep-kumar]

Don't know swimming....But blue and green water always have been dreamy and fascinating. It feels home.

[@josephaudebert7480]

AWESOME, BEAUTIFUL. When i watch this, i feel like i really want to be a waterman. Huge. Thanks.

[@abdelmoutalebkandil4134]

Water is so clear and pure humanity did so much damage to nature places like these are very few and far between good job ben keep up the good work

[@Thisplaceisaprison3912]

I love this. Even at the beach I make sure to be able to go far enough out that I can float and peer up at the sun as it disperses through the waves. The oceans calm strong waves guiding me to and from reality. It’s like being reborn. Getting to watch videos of this is the next best thing.

[@jackvolkwyn7590]

I don’t think I’ve ever gotten emotional from photographs before!

[@ashdgee]

sick!! This guy and Russel Ord are my all time favourite water photographers.The video editing and background music gave me chills.

[@Rezellen]

My mind is officially blown. This is AWESOME.

[@SkyEaglespirit]

Man, I can't hold my breath for more than 10 seconds...this guy free dives down 30ft with no problem, and gets great shots of the ocean too. 🤙

[@Ferrari360Spyder]

Photography such a beautiful art, honestly thank God for this craft. Keep on shooting!

[@el_chavez]

I would love to see a full documentary on this subject. Amazing videography and I admire the photographers passion for his work.

[@MarkHoltze]

This is absolutely fantastic. Beautiful imagery, beautiful story. I love this.

[@Skot2Breal]

Gorgeous Sir! Major Thanks and Blessings to You & Your Family💚💛❤️

[@maxproto100]

awesome photography,, people dont understand what it takes to put yourself in those places to get thoses shots , keep doing what you love ..

[@storiesfromastoria]

It has always been a dream of mine to do underwater photography. This is beyond amazing!

[@EternalAthletes]

That is what you call detication! Waiting months and years for a perfect shot !

[@greekatso]

His imagery is incredible, would love to have one on a canvas

[@denjiro3629]

he nailed it!! unbelievable photography skills!

[@rondalynkline5161]

Amazing- you capture the rolling power of the wave. If the wave had a eyes, blinking toward the shore.wonder what surfer will ride her today. He captured with his lens.

[@bertfarin8755]

Wow, wow, wow. Unique and beautiful. Chapeau my friend.

[@AlexMerin]

These two videographers are the best!!

[@carolinesoleil9818]

Será Ben thanks very much for given US this beautiful vídeo how amazing force of nature is it wahoo grateful for this Magic photos and videos , have a beautiful new year Eve 2020

[@carolinesoleil9818]

I was writting olá not será happy new year 2020

[@juliodojo]

Amazing amount of dedication and passion for what he does. Very inspirational.

[@garyrobinson4847]

Just ..wow thank you for sharing your work what a truly wonderful and beautiful world we live in 🤙

[@RachitSinghal]

Breathtakingly cinematic film and sound design. Loved it!! I am planning to do my first surf photography assignment next week. Hope I can do justice to it!

[@PopNisFishing]

Tout simplement.. MAGNIFIQUE 🤗👍

[@BeautifulRelaxationVideos]

Beautiful footage! Nice work!

[@Cowicide]

1:48 Pause it there and just look at it. I can't think of any other sport that's this surreal. All that powerful flowing all around and in different directions. It's like a sport held in zero gravity and forceful gravity at the same time. Incredible footage.

[@gisborne12ftsurfer]

Totally stunning images - what a pleasure to view such captured beauty - makes you year for trips to the Islands - loved your clip - thanks heaps

[@bteiv676]

Excellent...a new technique to see waves from a new perspective. Impressive

[@reggiebald2830]

You've gone a long ways towards encapsulating my love of surfing, the ocean, photography and some very special times, places and people in my life! I look forward to more of your work. Thank you ~

[@elouannicolo3640]

Juste magnifique 😍 ! Cela donne envie de partir voyager les fonds marins 🌴🐠

[@dannyscott2878]

Appreciate the work put in to find something different... very well done and congratulations!!! Amazing and stunning work!!

[@BEEFSTV]

Amazing 🙌

[@officiallymint1111]

BEEFS T.V. Beefy this is you in a few more years 👌🏼😃

[@BEEFSTV]

BALLISTICJELLY haha I wish

[@officiallymint1111]

BEEFS T.V. All have to start some where, and your well on your way, you seem pretty creative to me.👍🏼😃

[@BEEFSTV]

BALLISTICJELLY 🤙🙂🙏

[@benthouardphotography169]

Thank you so much SURFER and ROAM !! Love !

[@ijovan]

Ben, Your work is amazing!!!! Makes me want to get out in the surf to shoot. 3 more weeks and I am back in Costa Rica. Land of the Pura Vida! My images can be viewed at www.viadeagua.com

[@czunderwater]

Impressive, beautiful, passionate. It takes time, perseverance and dedication to become someone like you. Inspiring.

[@writereducator]

You've let us see a beauty we could never have imagined!

[@markpasquarella3223]

He says he hopes the photos speak better than words. Uh that's a big hell yeah!

[@jasongates8500]

As a fellow artist who enjoys seeing life through the lens, this is very inspiring. Bravo, dude.

[@dianeigonsales9945]

La mejor manera de pasar una ola es nadar debajo de la ola... Aún con gogles no alcanzas apreciar la fuerza y armonía que se forma debajo, pasa muy rápido todo y hoy lo disfrute, cuánta magia.. gracias!!

[@topwaterfilms]

Nice job man! Great work! I am thoroughly impressed by your photographs. Keep up the awesome work!

[@edwardecko]

By far the coolest thing I've come across in a long time on KZbin...🤙

[@royalzion576]

This is amazing! The dedication to articulate his work is unbelievable. This is like a whole new world inside our own world... masterpiece! 👌🏄‍♂️🌊

[@schlenkme]

Beautifully shot, wonderful story. Well done!

[@clementjoubert9750]

one of the beautifulest thing i was able to see in my life inside the waves is like another world its crazy

[@cjexplores]

Wow! Those pictures are incredible. And it isn't it true how we all go through that stage of a crisis in confidence?

[@DylanBrayshaw]

Great imagery Ben, Next level through the wave landscapes, brilliant!

[@erickehrli2198]

Bravo Ben, tu aime être dans les vagues 😂😂 et oui le fenêtre, Bien joué Ben, longue vie à toi !!!

[@IdonthaveatwittersoFoff.]

Wow.....the images had me viewing the distant land through the eyes of Mother Nature....this is Art.

[@Ricardojc86]

Absolutely stunning! Nothing else needed

[@jonhannah7542]

I love videos and photography like this. I came across a documentary a few years ago about a guy named Clark Little. It's amazing. I believe it's called "Shorebreak".

[@vaihiteriipaia130]

Bonne continuation dans se que tu fait Ben c'est tellement magnifique et magique en même temps.

[@yvanpedron5255]

Formidable travail et passion.

[@OblivionYouTube]

This is absolutely awesome!

[@asiasyedallaboutpakistan4853]

BEN THOUARD: I WATCHED EVERY MOVE OF THIS VIDEO. I GOT MAD ON YOUR MADNESS OF OCEAN PHOTOGRAPHY LOVE. I SHALL BE SHARING SOME AMAZING SHOTS OF LAND FROM UNDER THE WAVES ON TWITTER. YOU WERE BORN FOR THIS WORK.

[@onenesswithJesus]

the images are from out of this world. Amazin Captures and still Images.