A brilliant if challenging day in the ant forest learning how to wield a DJI Osmo gimbal camera on a Massive Extending Pole.
My cunning plan is that this will afford unusual and marvellous views of wood ants in flight – on the one day of the year that they become airborne, for their nuptial flight.
Tiny insects in flight, against a complex background, if we are there on the right day. With a massive pole. And a remote view (via smartphone).
What could possibly go wrong?
Using the gimbal hand held was tricky and counter-intuitive to begin with but great fun. And shooting in 4K is exciting! There is that slightly dizzy sensation, looking back at some of the footage, that I remember feeling when HD first came out.
Huge thanks to DOP Jan Vhrovnik for his clarity and patience!
