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

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  • Опубликовано: 18 дек 2024

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  • @juju-uv5zo
    @juju-uv5zo 6 лет назад +3786

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

    • @EmilBurganov
      @EmilBurganov 5 лет назад +13

      true.

    • @gibbethoskins8621
      @gibbethoskins8621 5 лет назад +195

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

    • @heaththebennett
      @heaththebennett 5 лет назад +23

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

    • @justfly1984
      @justfly1984 5 лет назад +6

      That was his wife who is second photographer.

    • @JonRawlinson
      @JonRawlinson 5 лет назад +23

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

  • @ivanreinaldo1
    @ivanreinaldo1 6 лет назад +645

    We need more video like this on youtube

    • @bipolatelly9806
      @bipolatelly9806 6 лет назад

      that would be boring.

    • @PhilipDosa
      @PhilipDosa 5 лет назад +2

      Make some

    • @jxnfrd4049
      @jxnfrd4049 5 лет назад +3

      @@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_
      @Kid_A_ 4 года назад

      Ok boomer

    • @widaAcK
      @widaAcK 4 года назад

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

  • @tom7865
    @tom7865 6 лет назад +1409

    Here is a man doing life properly.

    • @imreeflexx1878
      @imreeflexx1878 6 лет назад +5

      tom7865 living*

    • @pags44
      @pags44 5 лет назад +5

      ImReeflexx wanker

    • @jessevanes1
      @jessevanes1 5 лет назад +2

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

    • @imanshumpert2724
      @imanshumpert2724 5 лет назад

      tom7865 true

    • @joshuamills7633
      @joshuamills7633 5 лет назад +4

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

  • @LJ_S1K
    @LJ_S1K 6 лет назад +819

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

    • @artfilm5996
      @artfilm5996 6 лет назад +13

      They were all amazing shots!

    • @LJ_S1K
      @LJ_S1K 6 лет назад +2

      Yes they were

    • @gentbar7296
      @gentbar7296 6 лет назад

      unsung ...

    • @aslac
      @aslac 5 лет назад

      thats what i also thought

    • @patatas9438
      @patatas9438 5 лет назад +1

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

  • @williamday3647
    @williamday3647 6 лет назад +535

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

    • @chris2944
      @chris2944 6 лет назад +37

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

    • @MountainDiver_
      @MountainDiver_ 6 лет назад

      Yeah thinking about that also

    • @dragon4956
      @dragon4956 6 лет назад +7

      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
      @TobyKate 6 лет назад +8

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

    • @bipolatelly9806
      @bipolatelly9806 6 лет назад +1

      next video....

  • @luigieberbesada9869
    @luigieberbesada9869 5 лет назад +148

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

  • @phapnui
    @phapnui 6 лет назад +226

    Most beautiful video I have seen in a long time.

    • @michalsofer3378
      @michalsofer3378 6 лет назад

      me too

    • @JaydenLawson
      @JaydenLawson 6 лет назад +1

      Same - visually and audibly

    • @oommcc
      @oommcc 5 лет назад

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

    • @commie281
      @commie281 4 года назад

      @@oommcc dude come on

  • @bragee
    @bragee 6 лет назад +178

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

    • @jbe6697
      @jbe6697 5 лет назад +17

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

    • @alliancejiujitsuauckland-m6231
      @alliancejiujitsuauckland-m6231 5 лет назад

      Simply amazing!

    • @nonsacrvm611
      @nonsacrvm611 5 лет назад +2

      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
    @MiddleClassMayhem 6 лет назад +115

    His photos and this cinematography are too dope!

    • @lukaseabourne-carlin442
      @lukaseabourne-carlin442 6 лет назад

      chromatography*

    • @bipolatelly9806
      @bipolatelly9806 6 лет назад

      your comment is too dope!

    • @laurades525
      @laurades525 5 лет назад

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

    • @osamabinladen824
      @osamabinladen824 5 лет назад

      Topography

    • @dhaloh
      @dhaloh 4 года назад +2

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

  • @lizjdq
    @lizjdq 5 лет назад +1

    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.

  • @AndresRuiz007
    @AndresRuiz007 6 лет назад +24

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

  • @Polak78222
    @Polak78222 5 лет назад +36

    5:28, that shot wow

  • @animalejocorpeno80
    @animalejocorpeno80 6 лет назад +51

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

    • @oommcc
      @oommcc 5 лет назад

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

  • @karkasselebordelais4266
    @karkasselebordelais4266 6 лет назад +2

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

  • @thomas-mc1tp
    @thomas-mc1tp 3 года назад +1

    This motivates me to step up my ocean photography.

  • @soyHapns
    @soyHapns 5 лет назад +3

    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
    @curlyfryactual 5 лет назад +10

    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!

  • @aarongrassroots8441
    @aarongrassroots8441 5 лет назад +3

    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.

  • @nireeburr
    @nireeburr 5 лет назад

    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. 🤞🏼✊🏼👍🏼👌🏼🤘

  • @stevenr8606
    @stevenr8606 3 года назад

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

  • @JordanStuddard
    @JordanStuddard 6 лет назад +3

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

  • @majyk878
    @majyk878 6 лет назад +1

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

  • @The1234jakob
    @The1234jakob 6 лет назад

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

  • @rockartgeorge
    @rockartgeorge 3 года назад +1

    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
    @claudineb777 4 года назад +2

    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!

  • @virginiaelizabeth435
    @virginiaelizabeth435 3 года назад

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

  • @Montanho09
    @Montanho09 4 года назад

    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!

  • @cyrusf.4039
    @cyrusf.4039 3 года назад

    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 .

  • @descent815
    @descent815 4 года назад +2

    Those shots are AMAZING! Next level, spiritual even.

  • @Niex_Knox
    @Niex_Knox 2 года назад +1

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

  • @JaMikePhotography
    @JaMikePhotography 5 лет назад

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

  • @OnMyWaytoKorea
    @OnMyWaytoKorea 4 года назад

    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! 😍

  • @acarroll1714
    @acarroll1714 4 года назад +1

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

  • @kaboji8013
    @kaboji8013 6 лет назад

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

  • @agustingarcia6705
    @agustingarcia6705 4 года назад +1

    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
    @tarkarose7938 5 лет назад

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

  • @sean.marshall
    @sean.marshall 4 года назад +9

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

  • @lefinnee4393
    @lefinnee4393 4 года назад

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

  • @pano-rific8838
    @pano-rific8838 4 года назад

    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.

  • @pfflam
    @pfflam 4 года назад

    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!!

  • @jackvolkwyn7590
    @jackvolkwyn7590 2 года назад

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

  • @germanrivera4581
    @germanrivera4581 2 года назад

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

  • @bertfarin8755
    @bertfarin8755 4 года назад

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

  • @Rezellen
    @Rezellen 4 года назад

    My mind is officially blown. This is AWESOME.

  • @decoff
    @decoff 4 года назад

    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.

  • @josephaudebert7480
    @josephaudebert7480 4 года назад +1

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

  • @WindTreeStudios
    @WindTreeStudios 5 лет назад +1

    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!

  • @ashdgee
    @ashdgee 4 года назад

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

  • @AlexMerin
    @AlexMerin 5 лет назад

    These two videographers are the best!!

  • @dileep-kumar
    @dileep-kumar 4 года назад

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

  • @Skot2Breal
    @Skot2Breal 5 лет назад

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

  • @davejohnsen8540
    @davejohnsen8540 6 лет назад

    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!

  • @SkyEaglespirit
    @SkyEaglespirit 4 года назад

    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. 🤙

  • @el_chavez
    @el_chavez 6 лет назад

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

  • @Thisplaceisaprison3912
    @Thisplaceisaprison3912 5 лет назад

    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.

  • @abdelmoutalebkandil4134
    @abdelmoutalebkandil4134 4 года назад

    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

  • @greekatso
    @greekatso 5 лет назад +4

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

  • @denjiro3629
    @denjiro3629 5 лет назад +1

    he nailed it!! unbelievable photography skills!

  • @Ferrari360Spyder
    @Ferrari360Spyder 4 года назад

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

  • @PopNisFishing
    @PopNisFishing 4 года назад

    Tout simplement..
    MAGNIFIQUE 🤗👍

  • @storiesfromastoria
    @storiesfromastoria 6 лет назад +2

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

  • @MarkHoltze
    @MarkHoltze 5 лет назад +1

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

  • @bteiv676
    @bteiv676 4 года назад

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

  • @brandendais7484
    @brandendais7484 4 года назад

    WOW, absolutely Beautiful pictures and video!!

  • @rondalynkline5161
    @rondalynkline5161 3 года назад

    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.

  • @Cowicide
    @Cowicide 4 года назад

    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.

  • @garyrobinson4847
    @garyrobinson4847 4 года назад

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

  • @benthouardphotography169
    @benthouardphotography169 6 лет назад

    Thank you so much SURFER and ROAM !! Love !

    • @ijovan
      @ijovan 6 лет назад

      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

  • @maxproto100
    @maxproto100 5 лет назад

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

  • @juliodojo
    @juliodojo 5 лет назад +1

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

  • @reggiebald2830
    @reggiebald2830 4 года назад

    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 ~

  • @EternalAthletes
    @EternalAthletes 6 лет назад

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

  • @therealmeemawmallen9493
    @therealmeemawmallen9493 4 года назад

    Beautifully phenomenal! I would buy that book! Awesome!

  • @nancybashista4971
    @nancybashista4971 4 года назад

    Wow!! Amazing photos!! Thanks for sharing 🌊

  • @krism4467
    @krism4467 4 года назад

    Thank you Ben for sharing your inspirations!

  • @schlenkme
    @schlenkme 6 лет назад

    Beautifully shot, wonderful story. Well done!

  • @writereducator
    @writereducator 4 года назад

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

  • @artofnoly9754
    @artofnoly9754 4 года назад

    Livin' the dream. Exquisite visions.

  • @edwardecko
    @edwardecko 6 лет назад

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

  • @gisborne12ftsurfer
    @gisborne12ftsurfer 4 года назад

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

  • @dreamlifephotography
    @dreamlifephotography 2 месяца назад

    Truely amazing Water Windows Ben... love this clip!

  • @elouannicolo3640
    @elouannicolo3640 4 года назад

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

  • @yahirfilms1380
    @yahirfilms1380 6 лет назад +32

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

  • @BeautifulRelaxationVideos
    @BeautifulRelaxationVideos 5 лет назад

    Beautiful footage! Nice work!

  • @HonestJunkie
    @HonestJunkie 5 лет назад +1

    Just imagine how much fun it would be to hang out with those 85 people that disliked this .........

  • @imanshumpert2724
    @imanshumpert2724 5 лет назад

    His kid was so cute. Those photos are dope

  • @dianeigonsales9945
    @dianeigonsales9945 4 года назад

    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!!

  • @mirnahumphreys8488
    @mirnahumphreys8488 6 лет назад

    Beautiful pictures. Handsome guy. Nice family. Dream job.

  • @Ricardojc86
    @Ricardojc86 4 года назад

    Absolutely stunning! Nothing else needed

  • @jonhannah7542
    @jonhannah7542 4 года назад

    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".

  • @erickehrli2198
    @erickehrli2198 3 года назад

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

  • @simonleonp
    @simonleonp 6 лет назад

    I never get tired of watching this video

  • @IdonthaveatwittersoFoff.
    @IdonthaveatwittersoFoff. 5 лет назад +3

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

  • @niallcochrane3331
    @niallcochrane3331 4 года назад

    Beautiful photos and cinematography

  • @carolinesoleil9818
    @carolinesoleil9818 5 лет назад

    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

  • @jasongates8500
    @jasongates8500 2 года назад

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

  • @maxssimus01
    @maxssimus01 4 года назад

    This is an amazing story with a great underwater work.

  • @royalzion576
    @royalzion576 3 года назад

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

  • @kimparish1982
    @kimparish1982 5 лет назад

    Awesome video!
    A picture says more than words ever could. 👍

  • @dannyscott2878
    @dannyscott2878 4 года назад

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