Photographing a Lion Hunting in Namibia

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After 3 days of wildlife photography in Namibia, I am finally getting in to the swing of things. I capture my 3 favourite images on our last morning in Etosha National Park, one of which is a Lion hunting her prey.
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@ThomasHeatonPhoto 6 лет назад

I am happy to report that the Wildebeest lived to see another day 👍

@toebeytw 6 лет назад

@Thomas Heaton: But the Shot you captured is just breathtaking Thomas!

@ginabroma 6 лет назад

That makes the shot much more better. (Not really but I feel better.)

@goldenstardust 6 лет назад

Even Lions have to eat, but I am sort of glad to hear that. The look in the eyes says it all! Powerful photo Tom!

@robertleathers5630 6 лет назад

Amazing photo of survival. Lucky are those of us who get to see what you experienced in places we may never get to go. Looking forward to your coastal adventure

@Liberty_Tree 6 лет назад

I kind of figured as much. I suspect the look on your face would have been substantially different if you'd just witnessed a Wildebeest torn to pieces and eaten alive right in front of you. Nice job on the photo though.

@Djrepsaj 6 лет назад

You've done it Thomas, I had goosebumps watching that picture, genuinely never experienced that before, amazing so much emotion in that picture

@wibblywobbly999 6 лет назад

That photo of the Lion Hunt... I have no words. That photo is simply incredible, the black and white is such a nice touch and you can feel the tension and the action in a photo. I honestly think that is one of your best photos ever.

@jeff_freestone 6 лет назад

The shot of the lion hunting is just absolutely phenomenal on so many levels, the composition, focus, colour (tones), drama, emotion, speed, aggression, it just goes on and you seriously nailed every element. Absolutely Stunning.

@dianesnowflake 6 лет назад

For a landscape photographer, you have Skills in the wildlife front. What an astounding shot. The look of fear in the wildebeest eye. The dust flying, you feel this image in the gut. Bloody fantastic. Well thought out, crafted and you guys made your own luck. I'm going to watch this again.

@SaadKhan-xn1xv 6 лет назад

Sometimes I don't know what's better: your images or your videos themselves. The way you present your experience and build up to the image is just amazing. Bravo!

@oddbjrnaustevikfoto 6 лет назад

Those eyes and smile after that lion hunt. You could see that this was something special. Well done capturing that scene and vlogg about it at the same time. Perfect image! And yes, we do create our own luck. I agree. :)

@Kdooley101 6 лет назад

That’s a prize winner. Considering that lions have a 30 percent success rate on hunts. Seems the best images are in the chase. The dust, expressions, and expertise in shutter settings are perfect. Well done. So glad you are enjoying the amazing and ever present excitement of AFRICA. Welcome.

@alasdairmackenzie905 6 лет назад

Thomas, that black and white image of the fleeing wildebeest in nothing short of amazing: it's got to be a prize-winner. Don't doubt you own skills in any branch of photography ever again. Absolutely superb.

@JohnHaswellPhotography 6 лет назад

Could this be a new direction for you? Those were amazing shots

@CraigskinnerphotographyUk 6 лет назад

Wow. That chase shot is phenomenal! I got chills watching that scene unfold and seeing your images... Awesome work again, Sir 👍🏻

@thestevewood 6 лет назад

Amazing shot Thomas! I won't lie, I am pretty jealous right now. Getting out there, having an adventure, taking awesome photos and being in nature. It's like a dream! Enjoy the sand dunes of the west coast!

@seanmcgowan8501 Месяц назад

Here's me, slowly catching up, working my way through your body of work from the start. Landed on this and went: WOW! You spun me back 26 years to when I visited the Cradle of Man. What a place, right? I shot 1000 slides back then and ended up with maybe 10 truly memorable pix but it was worth it. Truly worth it. (If only i knew where the slides were!) Thank you Tom. Your productions are terrific and I look forward to the next chapter every couple of days.

@SteveHorn 6 лет назад

Holy Mother Nature... to get that shot in less than 3 days is amazing. Getting the one-on-one action in such clean surroundings is impressive. Love the vignette created by the foreground and the horizon/sky.

@JoyfulStitching 6 лет назад

The lion and Wildebeest photo...World Class photo Thomas in anyone's book. That's beautiful, just amazing, congratulations!

@paultaylorphotography9499 6 лет назад

Awesome chase shot mono adds to the drama love your work

@scotty4418 6 лет назад

Hairs on the back of my neck were standing up towards the end and that final image was truly magnificent. Can't really say more other than Im going to watch this again!!

@carolphipps7978 6 лет назад

Wow! That last picture brought tears to my eyes!

@PrimalOutdoors 6 лет назад

Luck or not that was a fantastic shot of the wildebeest and the lion. Great job of being able to take advantage of when luck meets preparation. Jason

@billonthehill9984 6 лет назад

The hell with the naysayers here! Great shots, clearly you were " In The Moment "... Frankly, I don't care if it took you 150 or more shots to capture that one " keeper "... 5 Stars on this one! The memories,,, Bill Farr...

@GregBrammah 6 лет назад

Thomas, I've been watching your vid's since day one. That shot of the lion in chase is beyond good, it captures a world almost gone. Wonderful, atmospheric, full of energy and awe inspiring. No wonder you looked happy on the turn around. You obviously know what makes a wildlife shot real. Do more and don't restrict yourself to landscapes. Let's have more of this and thank you.

@stacybamon6073 6 лет назад

I would never have imagined using the panning technique on wildlife, it's a very effective shot. The hunting shot is also so full of action, a really good capture.

@November2Foxtrot 6 лет назад

Your image of the lioness chasing the wildebeest gave me chills. Amazing photo!

@dennishunt239 6 лет назад

Hi Thomas, great video...I don’t know how many chase shots you binned but that final one just sums up the whole atmosphere of Etosha for me...the vast open spaces, the dust and the chase itself illustrates the fine balance between life and death for both prey and predator...the fear in the wilderbeast eyes and the determination of the lioness...superb

@jehousley 6 лет назад

That hunt must have been amazing to watch in person. I am sure the photo looked nice in color, but the B&W is stunning in how it completely focuses on the drama in the scene

@PhotoMind89 6 лет назад

Almost every one of your videos evokes some emotion when I watch, not sure if it's the music you add in or just the "absolutely stunning" photographs. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us!

@gustavoschneider4514 6 лет назад

Lol your face after shoot was awesome... that feeling "maybe I got something special" between the shoots and then confirm at screen is pure excitement. Great vlog by the way. Keep inspiring us! Thanks a lot

@cotswolddroner7714 6 лет назад

I've been avoiding your Africa stuff. I've held your photography to unrealistic standards that I was genuinely afraid that you couldn't possibly live up to out of your element. I was so completely wrong. This shot completely and utterly blew me away!! Just amazing! Bravo Thomas, bravo!

@jasonmac248 6 лет назад

Wow Thomas that image and that experience is one you'll never forget. Amazing.

@jenslundinbyh8845 6 лет назад

Absolutely stunning. What a picture.

@mikesphotography 6 лет назад

Great to see you trying different things. I often have that thought of "I don't have the skills for this" when I'm trying something new.....but it's pretty exhilarating and I bet your adrenaline was going through the roof when the attack happened! Keep up the great work mate!! 👍

@deric5488 6 лет назад

Loved that you did it in Black and White. Nothing but emotion. Excellent job. !!!

@grahamkeegan2706 6 лет назад

I'm a very infrequent poster on public social media but that shot was INCREDIBLE ! Thank you SO much for sharing it with us. I liken photography to an artist at work. You can give them the best brushes in the world, doesn't mean they can paint a good picture. Your posts have guided me in learning the art of photography. Long may they continue. (i am still pretty much a beginner but i have passion, and thanks to you a good insight into the science)

@bavardboy 6 лет назад

Absolutely stunning capture of the lion and wildebeest- looks epic in black and white.

@5ThingsI 6 лет назад

Wow!!! Tom that gave me goosebumps that photo!!! Well done, that has to be up there as one of your best images. And no Wildebeest harmed in the making either!!!

@markharris5771 6 лет назад

Brilliant video. Your images were amazing, but I bet they weren’t a hundredth as good as being there witnessing nature at its more raw and beautiful. I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a look of awe and wonder on any other video as you had in this one. You do make your own luck, there’s no doubt about it, but you didn’t make it by getting up early, or at least that was only a small part of it. You started making your luck when you started the years of hard work and going without to improve your craft, those calendars you sent back because the printing wasn’t good enough, the broken filters in force ten gales, the frozen wild camps and your endless journey seeking perfection. You, more than most, have work extraordinarily hard in creating your luck. Well done.

@yannfortin7035 6 лет назад

That shot of the lion hunting is absolutely stunning. Everything happened so quickly, but you managed to get an amazing photograph!

@DeltaFilmAdventures 6 лет назад

This video gave me chills near the end, love the images Thomas!

@paulburwood8231 6 лет назад

What a fantastic image; full of power and emotion.

@johnbentley1056 6 лет назад

That last image was absolutely magnificent. Great capture.

@ajwilson1000 6 лет назад

The shot of the four wildebeest is gorgeous.

@persimoncino 6 лет назад

That music during the lion's hunt was EPIC!!!!!

@wigglerise 6 лет назад

With the others on that shot Tom. WOW, simply incredible. Can't wait to see what landscape shots you get. Epic.

@kenhenley7599 6 лет назад

Awesome photograph of the wildebeest. Glad to hear that it lived to tell the tale.

@DPWarriors11 6 лет назад

Thomas thank you for sharing your experience. Always looking forward to watch your videos. Absolutely golden shot you’ve captured.

@fogtownrog 6 лет назад

So well done. I loved how you conveyed a real sense of anticipation, suspense and the thrill of capturing an epic shot.

@Mcyrix 6 лет назад

That was just amazing. You have captured so much emotion in that last photo, it felt as if I was there. Truly amazing capture.

@chiefnwa 6 лет назад

Namibia is absolutely fantastic. Watching this just makes me want to return more and more. Looking forward to your take on the Namib landscape.

@richproctor7023 6 лет назад

Brilliant shot! I do love lions, but I was cheering for the Wildebeest. Glad to hear it survived.

@Isodus0126 6 лет назад

Loved the wildlife photography videos, but I must admit I'm very much anticipating the return of your landscape stuff. Your instagram photos from namibia have had me drooling on seeing those videos for a while now.

@vaclavadamek4362 6 лет назад

I am happy to report goosebumps too. Beautifully edited. You could even end this video after the hunting scene.

@mexicomurray 6 лет назад

Phenomenal shot but your face after the shot was even better. The total joy made my day.

@kathleenhitchensdouangchak2950 6 лет назад

I cried when I saw you got the shot. That music placement. Congrats!

@jacobsack 6 лет назад

you are an amazing photographer and teacher, you are helping me be more patient when it comes to photography so i dont just snap away, you make me think about what i take photos of

@supespawn22 6 лет назад

The look of happiness on your face after the lion and wildebeest, is pure awesomeness! Congrats sir! Great images!

@maxencelemoine4190 6 лет назад

your shots are amazing but I really enjoy the way you tell your day, we can feel emotions, passion ! Great !!!

@emmiwaintalang688 6 лет назад

Wow!!! Thomas, the chase photo was outstanding and the long exposure one looks like a painting being painted by a really good painter. Great job... you are really really good and yes patience always pays off... Thanks for giving us the great content and keep up the great work.

@davidabbs4459 6 лет назад

Photographing something like that would be a dream come true, amazing!

@rossanamadamba5688 6 лет назад

I have no words to describe... excellent photography!

@JDubyafoto 6 лет назад

Wildlife photography: Hours of boredom and seconds of chaos! Well done! Being wadded up in the back of a truck and waiting for animals to act can be extremely tedious and physically demanding.

@roytarbox7733 6 лет назад

That was a great capture well worth the wait, I love wildlife photography there is so much movement in the shot you got, its so rewarding when you get a good shot.

@davidburns6529 6 лет назад

Amazing action shots, Black & White works well...... looking forward to the next installment.

@MahmoudSuleiman 6 лет назад

It is amazing that we can share this experience with you! Keep creating.

@Michaelpalomataoneaperture 6 лет назад

Not your usual typical landscape work but I can see you always can be as good as wildlife photographers. The abstract image and 3 one are both absolutely fine art shots. Terrific work!! 👍🏼

@robcarr1899 6 лет назад

Absolutely fantastic shots. Great video and superb David Attenborough impersonation 😃😃😃😃 Great job Tom thanks.

@heartlandlight6862 6 лет назад

The thrill of wildlife photography. You either make the photograph or not. Lots of near misses. But when you nail it, there is a joy peculiar to those who have been there; who know what it takes. The smashing thrill of pressing the shutter release and knowing you have it. I am glad of the success you earned in Namibia.

@Mindcore777 6 лет назад

Wonderful adventure Thomas, thanks for taking us with you.

@goldenstardust 6 лет назад

Even Lions have to eat, but I am sort of glad to hear that the wilder beast got away. The look in the eyes says it all! Powerful photo Tom!

@Cameronkrzy4life 6 лет назад

My favorite set you’ve done. That shot is stunning. Congrats on nailing the shot. I love it.

@martinjn2920 6 лет назад

Brilliant, fantastic, superb; for a non-wildlife photographer that is bloody good photography, I have photographed sport for many years and know that getting it just right is so difficult when the subject is moving at speed. Well done sir.

@andrew_ep_curtis 6 лет назад

Absolutely beautiful image Thomas! Nothing to do with luck. It was all patience, planning and waiting. Bloody superb. Looks perfect in BnW too.

@KarlVaughan 6 лет назад

Great shot of the hunt. I bet your heart was thumping. True reality captured perfectly. Well done that man!

@DonJewey 6 лет назад

This has to be one of the best images you've ever captured, Thomas.

@BenHorne 6 лет назад

The Wildebeest photo against the salt pan is fantastic. I just love how the background becomes almost abstract with the lines of the salt pan. The B&W photo of the lion chasing the Wildebeest is an amazingly strong photo -- it has so much of a story to tell. Solid work as always!

@kitsva 6 лет назад

You rightly used *$#(*) instead of your 'stunning' to describe your picture. Goosebumps of a picture!!! Congrats and feel proud to have met you :-).

@kitsva 6 лет назад

Matthew, I am assuming you get kidding. Heaton is one of the main reason I got into Landscape photography and even signed up for my second workshop with him :-)

@rango1584 6 лет назад

Great shot Thomas, that's indeed once in a lifetime photograph. I have become a great fan of your work. All the best. Cheers

@ChefBman85 6 лет назад

Great job stepping out of your comfort zone. The video and images you captured were both fantastic.

@wesleyreeder4146 6 лет назад

Amazing shot and an incredible opportunity! Congrats Tom! Looking forward to the videos from the coast

@HeathBarbierPhoto 6 лет назад

Very good stuff. That photo of the Wildebeest is unreal. It's like something out of a science fiction novel.

@djphotography1706 6 лет назад

Such an awe-inspiring video... this series has been awesome to watch. I didn't think I'd like the panning shot but it weirdly worked. Thanks for sharing!

@alisonsmith3226 6 лет назад

That is one COOL image Thomas! Absolutely stunning!

@jrrphotography5835 6 лет назад

Absolutely stunning yet again! you really have a special ability to be able to capture these moments, really enjoyed this one again please keep it up!

@dramaldev2161 6 лет назад

I felt like being there in namibia taking the shot beside you. The vlog looked that much alive. Means a lot to me. Thanks Thomas.

@BrentHall 6 лет назад

AMAZING IMAGE Tom!!! So much story and feeling in that lion hunt capture!

@OnPatrolPhotography 6 лет назад

Another fantastic video with awesome images... and that one of the lion and wildebeest, absolutely stunning mate!! Cheers, Simon

@TheTinkerThinker 6 лет назад

Fabulous photo! Quite a different feel than the slow, peaceful feel of your landscapes! I really like the one of the 4 wildebeest as well.

@nicholaskilleen9985 6 лет назад

Incredible shots Thomas, I have to say they were breathtaking. Also the video's you've put up were excellent to and told a great story of your experience!!!

@garrettbgross 6 лет назад

WOW, Amazing photo! congrats on being in the right place at the right time and have patience, something that will go along way in photography. You captured an amazing photo!