See Through the Lens of the World's Best Underwater Surf Photographer | Ben Thouard in “Surface"
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SURFACE, a ROAM Original, is the story of how award-winning photographer Ben Thouard invented a new perspective of our world-shot underwater from inside a wave looking back at the landscape as never seen before. His love of the ocean, surfing, and windsurfing brought him to the small village of Teahupoo, Tahiti, where he can see the legendary surf break from his backyard. From the crystal clear waters of French Polynesia, his creative vision and desire to do something original took hold. After 15 years of trial and error, failure and success, he persevered to discover his own signature photographic style, as seen in his stunning new book, SURFACE. He hopes this new vision of our oceans, in their most pristine form, will inspire others to protect them. “Through this work, I hope people can realize that we need to take care of our garbage and recycle all of the plastic,” says Ben.
Learn more about his story and see his gear kit and photography: wero.am/surface-film
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So I’m guessing they used the second best underwater photographer to record him? Lol
@EmilBurganov
5 жыл бұрын
true.
@gibbethoskins8621
5 жыл бұрын
To say anyone is 'the best' at any art is a strange claim
@heaththebennett
5 жыл бұрын
Hahaha. I'm the worlds best at something subjective and unable to rank....weird flex but ok
@justfly1984
5 жыл бұрын
That was his wife who is second photographer.
@JonRawlinson
5 жыл бұрын
@@gibbethoskins8621 agreed. stupid title. brilliant video. stunning work.
Here is a man doing life properly.
@imreeflexx1878
5 жыл бұрын
tom7865 living*
@pags44
5 жыл бұрын
ImReeflexx wanker
@jessevanes1
5 жыл бұрын
i guess, he's a "content" person, what more can you wish for?
@imanshumpert2724
5 жыл бұрын
tom7865 true
@joshuamills7633
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah contributing fuck all to the future of the planet, but yeah doing life properly. Epic
Credit to the guy or girl videoing him as he gets shots of the waves 3:25 was an awesome shot
@artfilm5996
5 жыл бұрын
They were all amazing shots!
@LJ_S1K
5 жыл бұрын
Yes they were
@gentbar7296
5 жыл бұрын
unsung ...
@aslac
5 жыл бұрын
thats what i also thought
@patatas9438
5 жыл бұрын
3:31 - 3:36 how about these shots? I think the one took the photo is flying
We need more video like this on youtube
@bipolatelly9806
5 жыл бұрын
that would be boring.
@PhilipDosa
5 жыл бұрын
Make some
@jxnfrd4049
5 жыл бұрын
@@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_
4 жыл бұрын
Ok boomer
@widaAcK
3 жыл бұрын
Fantasy 'Eystique nectar elitism he naturãlez before Die heroin's....Yeah why knot's
This is one of those really inspirational videos that really makes me want to pack my bags and start a career in photography
@chris2944
5 жыл бұрын
But then you sit back down on your couch and watch more youtube
@MountainDiver_
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah thinking about that also
@dragon4956
5 жыл бұрын
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
5 жыл бұрын
The opportunity is there man. It's not just a dream anymore, in today's age, it's a possibility
@bipolatelly9806
5 жыл бұрын
next video....
5:28, that shot wow
the content the music the video editing, all are perfect. awesome video!
Most beautiful video I have seen in a long time.
@michalsofer3378
5 жыл бұрын
me too
@JaydenLawson
5 жыл бұрын
Same - visually and audibly
@oommcc
4 жыл бұрын
Not enough girls in bikini so I had to give it a vote down. Whats the point of surf but that?
@commie281
3 жыл бұрын
@@oommcc dude come on
50k views for this masterpiece are ridiculous. I also see 10 dislikes, envy is a bad beast... Mind blowing.
@jbe6697
5 жыл бұрын
I hope the dislikers shirt sleeves will slide down while washing hands
@alliancejiujitsuauckland-m6231
4 жыл бұрын
Simply amazing!
@nonsacrvm611
4 жыл бұрын
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
The way you can see the mountains through the waves is so freaking awesome and stunning.
His photos and this cinematography are too dope!
@lukaseabourne-carlin442
5 жыл бұрын
chromatography*
@bipolatelly9806
5 жыл бұрын
your comment is too dope!
@laurades525
5 жыл бұрын
bipolar telly and YOURE a dope you unappreciative Stupid Idiot that’s the Truth
@osamabinladen824
5 жыл бұрын
Topography
@dhaloh
4 жыл бұрын
@@lukaseabourne-carlin442 actually he meant *cinematography :)
Huge respect, he's basically using the wave as a lens
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
Exquisite imagery, sound production, editing. This is a masterpiece
@oommcc
4 жыл бұрын
Not enough girls in bikini so I had to give it a vote down. Whats the point of surf but that?
"I couldn't even imagine today being away from the ocean." I know exactly how you feel.
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
Жыл бұрын
I feel this ♥️
You have to imagine the thousands and thousands of hours spent in the water to get those beautiful images. Congratulations for this fantastic job.
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
4 жыл бұрын
Aaron Well said 😊
Me: Watches one surf video KZread: Here is your new feed with 80% surf videos
This almost put me to sleep, not out of boredom, but it was so relaxing and mesmerizing
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!
Wow.....the images had me viewing the distant land through the eyes of Mother Nature....this is Art.
4:05 utter genius. I would have never seen an angle like this.
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! 😍
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!
Great imagery Ben, Next level through the wave landscapes, brilliant!
My heart trembles in the beauty world where the waves make!
This is absolutely awesome!
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. 🤞🏼✊🏼👍🏼👌🏼🤘
Amazing 🙌
@officiallymint1111
5 жыл бұрын
BEEFS T.V. Beefy this is you in a few more years 👌🏼😃
@BEEFSTV
5 жыл бұрын
BALLISTICJELLY haha I wish
@officiallymint1111
5 жыл бұрын
BEEFS T.V. All have to start some where, and your well on your way, you seem pretty creative to me.👍🏼😃
@BEEFSTV
5 жыл бұрын
BALLISTICJELLY 🤙🙂🙏
This is absolutely fantastic. Beautiful imagery, beautiful story. I love this.
I feel like there was a huge missed opportunity with " Sea through"
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 .
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 ~
👍 you have captured what I saw with eyes in 1972 🙌 BEAUTIFUL 🎨
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.
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!...
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.
I would love to see a full documentary on this subject. Amazing videography and I admire the photographers passion for his work.
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!
He says he hopes the photos speak better than words. Uh that's a big hell yeah!
That is what you call detication! Waiting months and years for a perfect shot !
Those shots are AMAZING! Next level, spiritual even.
Thank you for loading it up, the nature's beauty gives relaxing sensation.
It has always been a dream of mine to do underwater photography. This is beyond amazing!
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.
So beautiful thank you for sharing through your eyes. Things I'll never get to see or experience. Awesome...
he nailed it!! unbelievable photography skills!
Impressive, beautiful, passionate. It takes time, perseverance and dedication to become someone like you. Inspiring.
This video is incredibly inspiring. I love surfing and photography, and this has made me love the two EVEN more
Amazing amount of dedication and passion for what he does. Very inspirational.
AWESOME, BEAUTIFUL. When i watch this, i feel like i really want to be a waterman. Huge. Thanks.
Absolutely stunning! Nothing else needed
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!!
My mind is officially blown. This is AWESOME.
Gorgeous Sir! Major Thanks and Blessings to You & Your Family💚💛❤️
one of the beautifulest thing i was able to see in my life inside the waves is like another world its crazy
His imagery is incredible, would love to have one on a canvas
This is amazing! The dedication to articulate his work is unbelievable. This is like a whole new world inside our own world... masterpiece! 👌🏄♂️🌊
3:57 looks amazing
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.
Utterly breathtaking!
Wow! Next level for sure, thank you for sharing those precious moments...
big credits to the one filming this, those cave shots are pretty epic
This is a beautifully inspirational video. Shout to the guy behind the camera shooting him! What a God
Tout simplement.. MAGNIFIQUE 🤗👍
That is magical footage, nature can be so awe inspiring if captured.
I don’t think I’ve ever gotten emotional from photographs before!
Don't know swimming....But blue and green water always have been dreamy and fascinating. It feels home.
Beautiful vision and such a great story about dedication to the craft, love this clip
Livin' the dream. Exquisite visions.
You've let us see a beauty we could never have imagined!
This is Really Cool.... I Love floating in the water in the Ocean... 💕
*Such a legend!*
Make one showing Ryan Craig, his cover shots have been insane, id love to see that!
This motivates me to step up my ocean photography.
Thank you so much SURFER and ROAM !! Love !
@ijovan
5 жыл бұрын
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
These two videographers are the best!!
You brought a tear to my eye !! Beautiful!
Nice job man! Great work! I am thoroughly impressed by your photographs. Keep up the awesome work!
Just imagine how much fun it would be to hang out with those 85 people that disliked this .........
Some of the footage in this video totally blew my mind. I. Love. The. Ocean.
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. 🤙
sick!! This guy and Russel Ord are my all time favourite water photographers.The video editing and background music gave me chills.
Thank you Ben for sharing your inspirations!
What a great thing to dedicate yourself to! who is disliking this masterpiece?
Insanely beautiful! and the dedication
This film is just amazing... wonderful work
When talent and passion meet.
4:00 minutes in... I'm thinking... Nature is so amazing but when you pause it or slow it down.... WOW!!!! Breathtaking!!!
Just beautiful…….it’s nature art, in synch with a very good photographer. Congrats, Sir!!
This is incredible. Beautiful shots
This kind of art is unique! Love your creative artwork... looks like a psychedelic trip 👐🏻
I never get tired of watching this video
Excellent...a new technique to see waves from a new perspective. Impressive
thank you! i have never seen something like this in my life. its outstanding.
As a fellow artist who enjoys seeing life through the lens, this is very inspiring. Bravo, dude.
Love it. This is where passion meets excellency expectedly
This video is AMAZING in so many levels!
Beautiful footage! Nice work!