In this episode of Beyond the Wild Podcast, Ben Masters discusses the making of his wildlife documentary The American Southwest, and the intricate techniques used in wildlife cinematography. He shares insights into the recovery of the California condor and the importance of conservation efforts, while also highlighting the challenges faced by communities and ecosystems in the wake of environmental changes. The crew discusses various aspects of wildlife conservation, the importance of public lands, and the role of storytelling in wildlife films. They highlight the successes and challenges in conservation and the future of the Colorado River. The discussion also touches on the impact of film in raising awareness and connecting audiences to environmental issues.

Chapters

00:00 The Impact of Floods on Communities

05:59 Exploring the American Southwest Project

11:50 Wildlife Cinematography Techniques

18:10 The Stories Behind the Species

24:05 Technical Aspects of Filmmaking

30:02 Post-Production Workflow and Storage Solutions

36:45 The Cost of Quality Gear

39:08 The Evolution of Cinematography Lenses

42:05 California Condor Conservation Success

48:12 Filming the California Condor

52:08 Lead Poisoning and Its Impact on Condors

55:54 Public Lands and Conservation Awareness

01:00:02 Cinematic Highlights and Storytelling Techniques

01:08:42 The Magic of Filmmaking with Wildlife

01:10:01 Conservation and the Return of Jaguars

01:11:47 The Impact of Water Management on Ecosystems

01:12:30 The Emotional Weight of Environmental Change

01:15:49 The Future of River Management

01:16:01 Narration and Storytelling in Wildlife Films

01:18:56 The Journey of a Wildlife Film

01:19:54 The Release of 'The American Southwest'

01:21:29 Connecting Audiences with Nature

01:23:38 The Importance of Conservation Organizations

01:30:00 Acknowledging the Team Behind the Film

Links

Film Tickets and Locations

www.theamericansouthwest.film

Instagram

@finandfurfilms

@bencmasters

Film Partners

www.theamericansouthwest.film/partners

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In this episode of Beyond the Wild Podcast, the hosts engage in a lively discussion with wildlife photographer Mitch Decock. Mitch shares his unique journey into wildlife photography, recounting memorable encounters with bears and other wildlife, and the importance of mentorship in the field. The conversation highlights the thrill of wildlife photography as Mitch recounts his adventures with his mentor, Danny Coyne, and the amazing interaction with lynx in British Columbia. This episode celebrates the pair's connection to nature and their aspirations for future wildlife encounters. Mitch emphasizes the joy of the experience over the final shot, encouraging listeners to appreciate the moments spent in nature.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions

03:01 Mitch's Journey into Wildlife Photography

05:50 Memorable Encounters with Wildlife

09:04 Experiences with Park Rangers

11:55 Adventures in the Field with Friends

14:54 Solo Wildlife Photography Adventures

17:49 Challenges and Rewards of Wildlife Photography

22:50 Backcountry Adventures and Wildlife Encounters

25:02 The Importance of Companionship in Nature

29:53 Mentorship and Learning in Wildlife Photography

34:54 The Connection to Bears and Personal Stories

47:54 Memorable Bear Encounters and Unique Experiences

51:52 Memorable Encounters with Wildlife

54:13 Respecting Nature and Safety Precautions

58:12 The Beauty of Wildlife Photography

01:00:09 Future Adventures and Goals

01:12:10 Embracing the Journey in Photography

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In this episode, Mark Raycroft, Ron Hayes and Jason Loftus take on another round of exceptional listener questions head-on. The crew shares wisdom on "THE wildlife lens" for both Canon and Nikon shooters, as well as tripod head preferences. Questions also explore image printing and the guys share their preferred labs in both Canada and the U.S. And our team shares their experiences and recos for the "not-so-sexy" part of wildlife photography, but ever so important, out-of-country travel insurance and managing mobile phone charges while abroad. Enjoy the episode—the laughs are always free.

Sound Bites

"There is no statistical measure for how fast I would lose a SIM card."

Chapters

03:09 Experiences with the Dragonfly Decoy

12:01 Listener Questions and Wildlife Photography

12:59 Choosing the Best Lens for Wildlife Photography

21:03 Tripod and Gimbal Preferences

27:03 Travel Insurance for Photographers

36:10 Out of Country Phone Networks

44:53 Printing Photos and Preferred Methods

Questions and Links

@ColinBigelowPhoto

What is the number one lens for wildlife photography—if we had to choose?

@RobWaddellPhotography

What is your go-to tripod head—Gimbal or Fluid Head?

@FairFXMike

What do you guys do for out-of-country travel insurance?

What about out-of-country phone networks?

@MitchDeCock

What is your preferred way to print photos: white board or mats, type of frame, metal?

www.artbeatsstudio.com

www.bayphoto.com

www.posterjack.ca

www.gallery6denver.com

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