thelensfalcon

thelensfalcon

Musings and creations of a retired professional photographer with a degree in zoology who has judged photography at national and international levels and presented many times at photography clubs and conferences. Interested in multiple genres but now mainly engaged in creative wildlife photography and videography and sharing learnings, techniques and experiences.

thelensfalcon is Rob Smith.

"If it moves you, shoot it" - Rob Smith

Roshani in the Slipstream

Roshani in the Slipstream

'Endurance Record Holder'

'Endurance Record Holder'

Encounters with Elana

Encounters with Elana

The little and the great

The little and the great

Welcome Swallows in flight

Welcome Swallows in flight

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  • @barbarasheppard1305
    @barbarasheppard13059 күн бұрын

    Nice work Roberto. Always up for a challenge.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon9 күн бұрын

    Thanks, Barb. I suppose so. Anything to keep it interesting and avoid stagnation. Or defeat!

  • @capturingnaturewithsandip
    @capturingnaturewithsandip17 күн бұрын

    Nice and so beautiful video once again

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon16 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much 😀 Slow-motion makes things look magical.

  • @ultimatemexicano3535
    @ultimatemexicano353519 күн бұрын

    Excellent shots here! I first noticed the Darter with her catch near 1:01. .. It looks like a huge fish (do you know what kind?) caught and staring down its captor's throat! 😧🐟😅 So could the hungry Darter manage to win the struggle and gulp that whole prey down entirely okay?? The fish seems to be defensively flapping it’s tail about, if eaten, does the unlucky thing get swallowed alive all the way too?! It looks so big still, maybe this isn’t the last for the fish and it can somehow survive the encounter?

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon18 күн бұрын

    Thanks for commenting. :-) The fish is a goldfish (Carrassius auratus) and is swallowed whole by the darter. The fish is not large (c. 12cm). If the darter catches a larger one, it takes longer for the fish to be overpowered and swallowed, giving cormorants a chance to arrive and steal the fish. There's no time for the darter to waste!

  • @capturingnaturewithsandip
    @capturingnaturewithsandip19 күн бұрын

    Nice video with lovely footages.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon18 күн бұрын

    Thanks for visiting and commenting. Appreciated.

  • @TrailerYacht
    @TrailerYacht24 күн бұрын

    Hey Rob, at 0:46 is that a feral goldfish being consumed ???

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon23 күн бұрын

    Yes, a Crucian Carp. They've been in the Macintyre since before I was born (I didn't do it!). Now they are fodder for Murray Cod in that part of the river (I helped) and the waterbirds.

  • @barbarasheppard1305
    @barbarasheppard130524 күн бұрын

    What an awesome Natureel Rob. 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon23 күн бұрын

    Thank you, Barb.

  • @VillageWoodworker
    @VillageWoodworker24 күн бұрын

    Wonderful compilation Rob. Some splendid backlighting as well. Congratulations

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon23 күн бұрын

    Backlighting was the best part, Tom. I'll have another opportunity there next week.

  • @user-iu5ut1gz5t
    @user-iu5ut1gz5tАй бұрын

    Is that a fish hook in the bird's neck at 2:12mins? Great morning's worth of images Rob.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon29 күн бұрын

    Yes, Denise. :-( Lake Inverell is going off at the moment.

  • @waynekirk8951
    @waynekirk8951Ай бұрын

    Nicely captured n put together Rob..

  • @user-iu5ut1gz5t
    @user-iu5ut1gz5tАй бұрын

    Beautiful videos and still images. I enjoyed seeing what you saw.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalconАй бұрын

    Thank you for commenting, Denise. I'm having fun developing templates for doing these reels.

  • @barbarasheppard1305
    @barbarasheppard1305Ай бұрын

    Another superb collection Rob.❤

  • @barbarasheppard1305
    @barbarasheppard1305Ай бұрын

    Beautiful Rob. I love how the rain brings a different mood to the scene.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalconАй бұрын

    Thanks, Barb. Rain is forecast for tomorrow. If it's not too heavy, I'll go to Lake Cathie to see what's happening-then to coffee.

  • @waynekirk8951
    @waynekirk8951Ай бұрын

    Pretty as...

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalconАй бұрын

    Thanks, Wayne.

  • @darinrounsevell1544
    @darinrounsevell1544Ай бұрын

    Well done

  • @darinrounsevell1544
    @darinrounsevell1544Ай бұрын

    Very clever mate

  • @darinrounsevell1544
    @darinrounsevell1544Ай бұрын

    With that many strikes by PF was there a nest near by ?

  • @darinrounsevell1544
    @darinrounsevell1544Ай бұрын

    Yeh Rob keep it coming

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalconАй бұрын

    Cheers, Darin. I haven't photographed these for a while.

  • @darinrounsevell1544
    @darinrounsevell1544Ай бұрын

    Love it the way you slow it down well done Rob

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalconАй бұрын

    Thanks, Darin!

  • @TrailerYacht
    @TrailerYachtАй бұрын

    Superb work Rob. Thanks for the inspiration to try to get better results.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalconАй бұрын

    Thank very much, Gavin. All the best, mate.

  • @waynekirk8951
    @waynekirk89512 ай бұрын

    Nice work mate 👍

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon2 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Wayne.

  • @Media-oq9ux
    @Media-oq9ux3 ай бұрын

    Creative edit 💪 What is your microphone of choice?

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon3 ай бұрын

    I've used a Zoom H2n for soundscape recording for about 15 years. Editing of .WAVs in Adobe Audition. I like the portability and versatility of the little Zoom. Sound quality is good.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon3 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much, Woody. I'm glad you enjoyed it. :-)

  • @anthonywoodbine613
    @anthonywoodbine6133 ай бұрын

    Top effort Rob. Very impressive .it gives us all a very good feel for this classic little Aussie icon . Woody .

  • @waynekirk8951
    @waynekirk89514 ай бұрын

    Looks good..

  • @MurphyGreg
    @MurphyGreg5 ай бұрын

    What a perfect way to launch your new chapter in photography and life. Love how you share your knowledge and weave in a great sense of humour. Cheers for the East Coast of Canada (Nova Scotia :)

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon4 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much, KelticSoul

  • @MyLouiseP
    @MyLouiseP5 ай бұрын

    Wow! I love your humour and editing skills. I’m looking forward to seeing more of your videos.

  • @kimduggan7631
    @kimduggan76315 ай бұрын

    Wow this is awesome Rob. How cool to enjoy your OM1 and lens. 👏

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon5 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Kim. Still loving it after almost two years of heavy use.

  • @tonyclark1504
    @tonyclark15045 ай бұрын

    Looking forward to your adventures. Well done. Cheers

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon5 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Tony.

  • @cmalc8
    @cmalc85 ай бұрын

    Sensational !!

  • @cmalc8
    @cmalc85 ай бұрын

    My first serious camera was an OM1n. I still have it.

  • @Birds_Nature_Australia
    @Birds_Nature_Australia6 ай бұрын

    Wow, that was incredible to watch 😊

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much, Lena!

  • @ABDUKKAvlogs
    @ABDUKKAvlogs6 ай бұрын

    wishing you all the best and giving you all the support.

  • @richardpesce5325
    @richardpesce53256 ай бұрын

    Great idea! Congratulations and continued good luck!

  • @khango6138
    @khango61386 ай бұрын

    That little dance you did at 2:55, so relatable, yes sir! I have felt like that too when I got a photograph of a rare bird, or even just to have witnessed it with my eyes through the binoculars. Such excitement and happiness that's hard to explain to someone who hasn't gotten into bird/nature watching or wildlife photography yet. I can't wait to be over this current exam period to go out with my scopes and my (very cheap, very amateur) camera!

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much, Kha Ngo. I am so chuffed that you liked the celebratory dance (that I stole/emulated from a 'Father Ted' TV series episode). Hahaha. Got to have fun!

  • @bondgabebond4907
    @bondgabebond49076 ай бұрын

    I see this but the big bird is a hawk vs. crows and mockingbirds.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    The birds in this video are: Wedge-tailed Eagle (The largest eagle in Australia. We have no 'hawks' in Australia); Australian Hobby (a falcon); Pied Currawong.

  • @ajs1501
    @ajs15016 ай бұрын

    Great video. I like your video editing skills it makes it compelling to watch.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much. :-)

  • @MiguelJuanez
    @MiguelJuanez6 ай бұрын

    This is so awesome I appreciate your energy and look forward to your wisdom and creativity!!!! 👌🏽✨🙌🏽🌎

  • @michaelbuddy
    @michaelbuddy6 ай бұрын

    some of those bird shots with the rim lighting around the wings. Wow. beautiful.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Michael. I am glad that you enjoyed my video.

  • @a.beckwith4576
    @a.beckwith45766 ай бұрын

    Here’s to yah👍 bring it on, looks great

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! Thanks for your support.

  • @allenfutrelle9090
    @allenfutrelle90906 ай бұрын

    I like it already, keep 'em coming!!

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    Thank you! Lots to come.

  • @rickpopham5400
    @rickpopham54006 ай бұрын

    OK, this looks like it's gonna be fun! Happy New Year!

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    Happy New Year to you, Rick. Thanks for the vote of confidence.

  • @chrisbeecham
    @chrisbeecham6 ай бұрын

    All the best for your new adventure and thank you for sharing your knowledge and images.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    Thanks very much, Chris.

  • @thewilderlifer9910
    @thewilderlifer99106 ай бұрын

    Love it and keen to see more.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Dylan. Here's to more wilderlife adventures.

  • @waynekirk8951
    @waynekirk89516 ай бұрын

    Congratulations..

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon6 ай бұрын

    Thanks, Wayne. Here's to more fun in 2024.

  • @vad5818
    @vad58186 ай бұрын

    Happy New Year!!!🎉

  • @korea.festival
    @korea.festival6 ай бұрын

    Enjoyed watching this video my friend Really awesome views Thank you Stay connected

  • @Birds_Nature_Australia
    @Birds_Nature_Australia7 ай бұрын

    Well captured Rob

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon7 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Lene.

  • @geoffreymuscutt3959
    @geoffreymuscutt39597 ай бұрын

    Great movie Rob. I learn so much from your work. Those godwits must be the ultra marathon flyers of the bird world. I recall seeing avocets in the UK and wonder if their upper beak bends like the godwit.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon7 ай бұрын

    Thanks, Geoff. Avocets' beaks are permanently upcurved.

  • @Media-oq9ux
    @Media-oq9ux7 ай бұрын

    Been working on my outdoor video hoping for these results. Headed to Goose Island Tx and Bosque next 45 days Gh5 G9 7D2 and all the lenses.

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon7 ай бұрын

    Wishing you success! :-)

  • @222good
    @222good7 ай бұрын

    Beautiful!

  • @thelensfalcon
    @thelensfalcon7 ай бұрын

    Thanks, Ormond.