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

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  • Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
  • 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...

Комментарии • 883

  • @juju-uv5zo
    @juju-uv5zo 6 лет назад +3783

    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.

  • @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! 😍

  • @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

  • @rnicholas62
    @rnicholas62 6 лет назад +10

    Incredible work!
    How can six people dislike???? Weirdos!

    • @asdlb4
      @asdlb4 6 лет назад

      They work in an office...and love it.

    • @blainefinn7966
      @blainefinn7966 6 лет назад

      Dan Beck that's where you're wrong. No one likes working in an office

    • @perikopalotespalotones2729
      @perikopalotespalotones2729 6 лет назад

      Sith Lord I thought the same hahahah

    • @joeywanfreedom
      @joeywanfreedom 6 лет назад

      They are scared of the ocean or waves

  • @ivanlupi5123
    @ivanlupi5123 3 года назад

    Jaw dropping stuff. Awesome life and passion

  • @joeynice123
    @joeynice123 4 года назад

    Bruh. So good. I shoot a lot of aquatic life around the world while diving and your shots are fantasyland good.

  • @catg8383
    @catg8383 4 года назад

    Amazing, absolutely stunning videography! I especially appreciate this bcuz in terrified of the ocean... so seeing this is a dream for me.

  • @the11theleven
    @the11theleven 5 лет назад

    whoa, that was hypnotic.

  • @chiaradina
    @chiaradina 6 лет назад

    Extraordinary beauty. Thank u!

  • @filmtonyvalles
    @filmtonyvalles 4 года назад

    Amazing video

  • @martinthoreaulasalle9147
    @martinthoreaulasalle9147 5 лет назад

    Trop classe Ben. 😉

  • @ourneighbourplanet235
    @ourneighbourplanet235 4 года назад

    amazing

  • @vanessagomes7895
    @vanessagomes7895 6 лет назад

    Incrível!

  • @sanakasnipah2494
    @sanakasnipah2494 4 года назад

    What about Clark Little?

  • @ivanreinaldo1
    @ivanreinaldo1 6 лет назад +644

    We need more video like this on youtube

    • @bipolatelly9806
      @bipolatelly9806 5 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

  • @LJ_S1K
    @LJ_S1K 6 лет назад +817

    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

  • @tom7865
    @tom7865 6 лет назад +1407

    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 4 года назад +4

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

  • @williamday3647
    @williamday3647 6 лет назад +533

    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 5 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 +225

    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 4 года назад

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

    • @commie281
      @commie281 3 года назад

      @@oommcc dude come on

  • @bragee
    @bragee 6 лет назад +177

    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 4 года назад

      Simply amazing!

    • @nonsacrvm611
      @nonsacrvm611 4 года 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

  • @HaynSoja
    @HaynSoja 6 лет назад +2

    Sorry but Clark Little has been doing this for over 10 years. He did not invent this.

  • @matteomino4713
    @matteomino4713 4 года назад +24

    I feel like there was a huge missed opportunity with " Sea through"

  • @MiddleClassMayhem
    @MiddleClassMayhem 6 лет назад +115

    His photos and this cinematography are too dope!

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

      chromatography*

    • @bipolatelly9806
      @bipolatelly9806 5 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 :)

  • @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 4 года назад

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

  • @BEEFSTV
    @BEEFSTV 6 лет назад +66

    Amazing 🙌

    • @officiallymint1111
      @officiallymint1111 6 лет назад +1

      BEEFS T.V. Beefy this is you in a few more years 👌🏼😃

    • @BEEFSTV
      @BEEFSTV 6 лет назад +2

      BALLISTICJELLY haha I wish

    • @officiallymint1111
      @officiallymint1111 6 лет назад +1

      BEEFS T.V. All have to start some where, and your well on your way, you seem pretty creative to me.👍🏼😃

    • @BEEFSTV
      @BEEFSTV 6 лет назад +1

      BALLISTICJELLY 🤙🙂🙏

  • @AndresRuiz007
    @AndresRuiz007 6 лет назад +24

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

  • @freeflymonkey
    @freeflymonkey 4 года назад +2

    Where can I buy a print...?

  • @yahirfilms1380
    @yahirfilms1380 6 лет назад +32

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

  • @skatatataatje
    @skatatataatje 3 года назад +3

    So he just deceides to live in Tahiti and become a photographer. Works on a project that takes a year for a few pictures. Yeah, must be nice to be that rich.

  • @eanan348
    @eanan348 3 года назад +4

    Me: Watches one surf video
    RUclips: Here is your new feed with 80% surf videos

  • @user-om8nb5th8m
    @user-om8nb5th8m 4 года назад +34

    Fun fact: you didn’t look this up, it just popped up and you thought it was cool

    • @b3nji216
      @b3nji216 4 года назад +2

      Joder Boys wrong

  • @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!

  • @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.

  • @wildsurvivalskills
    @wildsurvivalskills 5 лет назад +8

    Make one showing Ryan Craig, his cover shots have been insane, id love to see that!

  • @lasysound
    @lasysound 4 года назад +16

    3:39 i am the only one to see half a body with the perspective

  • @MotionNations
    @MotionNations 6 лет назад +3

    Upload this to Vimeo and you will get the Staff Pick easily. Incredible video :)

  • @OblivionYouTube
    @OblivionYouTube 6 лет назад +7

    This is absolutely awesome!

  • @cale378
    @cale378 5 лет назад +12

    WHAT A GREAT TIME FOR MY QUALITY TO DROP TO 240P WTF

  • @JordanStuddard
    @JordanStuddard 6 лет назад +3

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

  • @jacksonlo1699
    @jacksonlo1699 6 лет назад +8

    Him “I couldn’t imagine being away from the ocean” I do it everyday I’m from Utah

  • @nicktalavera9659
    @nicktalavera9659 4 года назад +65

    It’s sad to see how dead the coral is

    • @nicktalavera9659
      @nicktalavera9659 4 года назад +10

      Hamza L. Coral is not supposed to be dead like that

    • @rb26nate
      @rb26nate 4 года назад +1

      What dead coral?

    • @AyEsGee
      @AyEsGee 4 года назад +4

      I recon I'd be dead if i had those waves breaking on me daily haha

    • @victorsvidss
      @victorsvidss 4 года назад +1

      @@hamzahl75 yeah but coral is going to be gone by 2050 because co2 that humans are pumping into the atmosphere is making the water acidic. And by 2070 it will be too toxic to swim in some areas

    • @stevefrazier2214
      @stevefrazier2214 4 года назад

      VICTOR Å lol the oceans can not become acidic. Basic chemistry debunks “Climate alarmist propaganda.”

  • @jahiemglinton4278
    @jahiemglinton4278 6 лет назад +4

    5:28 plot twist he's just filming the regular opening of the portal to another world

  • @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.

  • @DylanBrayshaw
    @DylanBrayshaw 6 лет назад +7

    Great imagery Ben, Next level through the wave landscapes, brilliant!

  • @czunderwater
    @czunderwater 5 лет назад +5

    Impressive, beautiful, passionate. It takes time, perseverance and dedication to become someone like you. Inspiring.

  • @fardianafisol1390
    @fardianafisol1390 4 года назад +7

    Imagine hes recording the wave but it's actually a tsunami.

    • @hayzmation5354
      @hayzmation5354 4 года назад

      He’d probably notice before that, but lol

  • @Gribbo9999
    @Gribbo9999 6 лет назад +7

    Some beautiful images. Unfortunately the French accent keeps reminding me of Bikini Bottom. But wow! Really stunning images.

  • @BeautifulRelaxationVideos
    @BeautifulRelaxationVideos 4 года назад

    Beautiful footage! Nice work!

  • @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

  • @ainnara396
    @ainnara396 4 года назад +1

    I surf and take photographs sometimes, but I could never do this because being underwater scares me. Specially when it's so deep.

  • @aarongrassroots8441
    @aarongrassroots8441 4 года 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.

  • @naijahzproductions1116
    @naijahzproductions1116 6 лет назад +16

    Clark little

    • @shadowbanned5164
      @shadowbanned5164 4 года назад

      Clark is the shore break king saw his documentary the guy has no regard for his own health lol

  • @davidn503
    @davidn503 4 года назад +1

    And now we get to see what Dolphins, Whales, Turtles and Sharks have known for millions of years. Thank you sir.
    Dear human race,
    STOP USING THE OCEANS AS A TOILET.

    • @davidn503
      @davidn503 4 года назад

      @@KC-Cyaneyed not the way humans do. Grab a clue, lad.

  • @JahRasta01
    @JahRasta01 4 года назад +1

    Zis cave iz where I hide ze bodies of ze other best underwater photographers ya?

  • @dantaylor897
    @dantaylor897 4 года назад +1

    The best underwater camera do they mean? He's being filmed most it so doesn't deserve the cred

  • @MikeKollin
    @MikeKollin 4 года назад +3

    This is Really Cool.... I Love floating in the water in the Ocean... 💕

  • @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.

  • @swichkite
    @swichkite 3 года назад +1

    umm 225 people that don't like this must be landlocked lol

  • @smashexentertainment676
    @smashexentertainment676 3 года назад +1

    Can anyone film a person who was filming the photographer?

  • @EternalAthletes
    @EternalAthletes 6 лет назад

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

  • @greekatso
    @greekatso 5 лет назад +4

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

  • @jameslaspesa6834
    @jameslaspesa6834 6 лет назад +4

    Epic my friend! ! Sick video.
    Enjoy your life is what this tells me. 😊

  • @AllanAlleda
    @AllanAlleda 5 лет назад

    This is superb!!!! Im just wondering whose his cameraman, how he did that? Its really amazing. Anybody here know what fps did they used in this shoot? 120, 240fps?

  • @RizqChafikElIshaki
    @RizqChafikElIshaki 3 года назад +1

    I hop you don't use music to attract the Muslim audience

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

    This motivates me to step up my ocean photography.

  • @MarkHoltze
    @MarkHoltze 5 лет назад +1

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

  • @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!

  • @HonestJunkie
    @HonestJunkie 5 лет назад +1

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

  • @topwaterfilms
    @topwaterfilms 5 лет назад +2

    Nice job man! Great work! I am thoroughly impressed by your photographs. Keep up the awesome work!

  • @descent815
    @descent815 4 года назад +2

    Those shots are AMAZING! Next level, spiritual even.

  • @mhhmuffin
    @mhhmuffin 6 лет назад +2

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

  • @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!

  • @imanshumpert2724
    @imanshumpert2724 5 лет назад +5

    3:57 looks amazing

  • @majyk878
    @majyk878 6 лет назад +1

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

  • @wiggles3238
    @wiggles3238 5 лет назад +3

    60 dislikes are people that are scared of the ocean.

    • @TheRyadrian
      @TheRyadrian 5 лет назад

      I can see where they are coming from. This guy is making money out of mother natures beauty. Could you imagine growing up and all you see is pictures like this everywhere.. You would soon get over it and that is a scary thought! Just my opinion. I think its a mad fun awesome job though and I love it all. I live by the ocean and love the ocean. He should also be taking pictures of rubbish running through waves too :D

  • @osamabinladen824
    @osamabinladen824 5 лет назад +1

    Surf photographer? Is that even a thing?

  • @josephaudebert7480
    @josephaudebert7480 4 года назад +1

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

  • @mikeburke1348
    @mikeburke1348 4 года назад +2

    Wow. Never before seen. Even from a surfers point of view.

  • @tutorialmasterbrasil
    @tutorialmasterbrasil 5 лет назад +1

    UAAAAAAAAAAAAAAUUU

  • @acarroll1714
    @acarroll1714 4 года назад +1

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

  • @Accountingplus
    @Accountingplus 4 года назад

    excellent workman, first time see underwater these things.

  • @HoStevie
    @HoStevie 5 лет назад +3

    *Such a legend!*

  • @ElizabethSwims
    @ElizabethSwims 5 лет назад

    What camera is he using?

  • @xtca
    @xtca 4 года назад +1

    The new Jacques Cousteau

  • @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!...

  • @CanaanlandMoorsMHTSMSTAMDNM
    @CanaanlandMoorsMHTSMSTAMDNM 4 года назад

    Now this should have 1M + views..good work

  • @xterra67
    @xterra67 5 лет назад +1

    Beautiful work!!! Thank you, keep up the dream and your Excellent work!!

  • @johnemerick5860
    @johnemerick5860 4 года назад +1

    🦈Shark Vision...👀

  • @YodaSquirrel
    @YodaSquirrel 6 лет назад

    The song is: With You - Sam von Horn. If anyone is curious

  • @CaMullins7
    @CaMullins7 6 лет назад +1

    Clark Little is also a phenomenal Underwater Photographer. Who is the "best" is up to interpretation

  • @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.

  • @markjvairy
    @markjvairy 4 года назад +1

    As a lover of the ocean this video was inspiring , and expressed my own experiences also , always looking for that new shot on camera never done before. Great video and thanks for sharing 👊

  • @juliodojo
    @juliodojo 5 лет назад +1

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

  • @Niex_Knox
    @Niex_Knox 2 года назад +1

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

  • @sunnydae6602
    @sunnydae6602 4 года назад +1

    Absolutely Amazing....so beautiful 🐋

  • @Lynxswild
    @Lynxswild 6 лет назад +1

    "When we contemplate the whole globe as one great dewdrop, striped and dotted with continents and islands, flying through space with other stars all singing and shining together as one, the whole universe appears as an infinite storm of beauty. " ~ John Muir

  • @Makinwaves02
    @Makinwaves02 4 года назад +1

    What is the song at 3:38 please

  • @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".