The Truth and Legend Podcast

Wild Focus: Wildlife Cinematography Insights with Doug Gardner


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Doug emphasizes the importance of camera experience and problem-solving skills in filmmaking. He also discusses the diverse wildlife and habitats in South Carolina and the opportunities they provide for filming. Additionally, Doug talks about the use of drones and new probe lenses in his work and shares his experiences filming prothonotary warblers in nest cavities. The conversation covers various themes related to wildlife production and photography. The topics discussed include problem solving and pre-production work, creating a disturbance-free environment for wildlife filming, networking and building relationships in the industry, developing story ideas, marketing oneself as a story developer, the challenges and success of producing a TV show, balancing production quality and budget constraints, the potential of YouTube and online platforms, the future of wildlife production and workshops, and the challenges of filming in extreme conditions. Doug and Michael discuss their experiences with camera equipment and problem-solving techniques while filming in extreme conditions. They share stories of overcoming camera overheating issues and the creative solutions they devised to keep their equipment cool. They also discuss the potential impact of Nikon's acquisition of RED cameras and the future of the industry. Doug emphasizes the importance of teaching and sharing knowledge through his YouTube channel and workshops.

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