Award-winning underwater cinematographer Roger Horrocks joins host Candice Bloch to discuss what it takes to capture the amazing underwater scenes we see in epic nature documentaries. Roger has worked on some of the most ambitious and acclaimed documentaries ever created, including My Octopus Teacher, Our Planet, Blue Planet 2, and Our Oceans. These projects have taken him all over the world, and earned numerous awards, including an Oscar for Best Documentary Feature, The Critics Choice Award for Best Cinematography, and a BAFTA for Best Cinematography. Roger shares about his journey into the world of underwater filmmaking and the unique challenges and techniques involved in capturing the beauty of life below the surface. He emphasizes the importance of safety, the specialized equipment used, and the patience required during long shoots. Roger also reflects on the lessons learned from the underwater world and the significance of crew dynamics in filmmaking. You’ll come away with an even greater respect and appreciation of the skill and commitment it takes to bring audiences these incredible glimpses into our oceans and their inhabitants.
You can learn more about Roger Horrocks, his work, and his Ocean Footage Mastery mentorship program here:
