Filming Snow Leopards in Ladakh | THE WHITE PANTHER with Kenneth Lawrence - Episode 1
Snow Leopard Wildlife Series - The White Panther & the Beasts of Snow
Three years after my first encounter with Snow Leopards in Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh, I embarked on another thrilling adventure to wild Indian Himalayas to film and photograph them. This time, my destination was Uley, Ladakh, and my goal was to try and capture a Snow Leopard hunt on camera.
In episode 1, we’ll meet a Snow Leopard mother and cub and discover the secrets of survival in one of the world’s most challenging terrains. We’ll observe first-hand how the young cub learns the ropes of life in the wild.
Focusing largely on educational and awe-inspiring moments, "The White Panther" is more than a wildlife series - it's a testament to the resilience and adaptability of these magnificent beasts.
If you enjoy this episode, make sure to hit the like button and subscribe for more.
► Consider supporting me on Patreon, it helps me produce independent wildlife content for a global audience.
/ kennethlawrence
► Music I use | Get a free 1-month trial
epidemicsound.com/referral/b7j3n3/
► Catch me on Instagram
/ kennethlawrencephotogr...
For business / video & still photography production enquiries, please write to me on kenneth@bullhornpictures.com
Titles & credits:
Co-produced by Snow Leopard Lodge & Kenneth Lawrence
Equipment partners - Canon India & Accord Equips
Music - Epidemic Sound
Additional behind-the-scenes - Akshita Lawrence
Leh hospitality partner - The Grand Dragon
Field support - David Sonam, Tamchos & Phuntsog D Stakmo,
Trackers - Norboo Tsewang, Angchuk Khaltsi, Morup Tsewang, Namgyal Saspotche, Rigzin Saspotse & Rigzin Dolkar
Written, directed, filmed & edited by Kenneth Lawrence
Special thanks:
Hashim Tyabji, Rahul Sharma, Surya Ramachandran & Suraj Rana
Filmed on the Canon R5C and RF 800mm f5.6 L IS USM. With Snow Leopards sightings being as far as a mile away from me, even 1600mm with the 2x RF extender fell heavily short. Thanks to the super 35 crop mode on my 8k sensor, we were able to reach a filmable focal length of 2400mm in 5.9k RAW. Scaling that on a 4K DCI timeline, we reached an equivalent of 3360mm. Yeah, Snow Leopards can be far, man!
#SnowLeopard #Ladakh #WildlifeDocumentary #NatureSeries #WhitePanther #MountainSurvival #SnowLeopardCub #AlpineAdventures #WildlifeConservation #Himalayas #HimalayanAdventure
► Check out my other 'Photography On-Location' videos
• Photography On Location
► Photography / Video Cameras I use / recommend (DLSR & Mirrorless):
amzn.to/3TgVfSn
amzn.to/3AMjtNs
amzn.to/3QOzU1c
amzn.to/3Te2qef
► Behind-the-scenes / BTS Video Cameras I use / recommend:
amzn.to/3wukWFk
amzn.to/3chqWdT
amzn.to/3PHOuX3
amzn.to/3AnTqKQ
► Budget Video Tripod I use / recommend:
amzn.to/3DdEVwp
► 80L Dry Cabinet / Dehumidifier I use:
amzn.to/3B77Ak6
► 30L Dry Cabinet / Dehumidifier I recommend:
amzn.to/3BwDeIV
► Camera Gimbal I use / recommend:
amzn.to/3U4JVth
► Laptop I use for editing 4K & 8K videos:
amzn.to/3QYvEvM
► External HDD I use:
amzn.to/3clK8Hs
► Microphone & Sound Recording Equipment I use / recommend:
amzn.to/3dO6KR7
amzn.to/3QQjy8n
amzn.to/3pIxWU4
amzn.to/3QPpHla
DISCLAIMER
Some of the above links are affiliate links for gear that I use / recommend. Should you make any purchase, it will help me earn a small commission with no additional charge to you.
The White Panther is one of my favourite series yet and I'm beyond thrilled to begin 2024 by sharing it with ya. Here's celebrating the breathtaking biodiversity of our wild Indian Himalayas. I hope you guys enjoy the episode and that you're all having a great start to the new year. It takes tremendous effort to produce independent and non-commercial wildlife content like this, please consider subscribing. Patreon: patreon.com/kennethlawrence Instagram: instagram.com/kennethlawrencephotography Music I use (free 1-month trial): epidemicsound.com/referral/b7j3n3/
Kenneth this was such an outstanding film so well narrated , so engaging and captivating . I can't wait to see the other episodes❤❤❤
Love ya, cuteness. ❤️
@@KennethLawrencePhotography བྷོ་ཊོའི་ཡི་གེ་བེད་སྤྱོད་གནང་ཡ་ལ་ཐུགས་རྗེ་ཆེ།🙏🙏🙏
😮
Keep it up
As there is, an uproar over Maldives vs Laksha Dweep, you brought us Ladak and Leh as refresher, showing the stunning beauty and wilderness part of India. One of the best snow leopard documentary I've seen these days. Eagerly waiting for the second episode🎉
Compulsive viewing with excellent narrative analysis. Look forward for the next episode
Ladakh for Ladakhis ✊🏼 #6thScheduleForLadakh
Starting 2024 with a banger.. Im looking forward to see more of your work this year.
Already shaping to be a masterpiece. Cant wait to see Part 2 & 3 of the series. Brilliant 👍🏻
Great to see you back with a new series
We need to preserve n grow our nature.. India is so diverse in biodiversity, we will hardly need to visit other countries for tourism...india should protect our jungles and all connected to it... Beautiful documentary Kenneth ❤
Wow! This is just amazing Kenneth. Outstanding! So captivating and world class photography and I love your narration and the story telling also.
Absolutely a treat to watch. Thank you for serving me this view.
Hey Kenneth!! Thank you for filming this as it was thrilling to watch the mighty snow leopard cub and it's mother. In fact, it was nice watching the mountain goats climbing up n down on those mountains with ease. Looking forward to more such wildlife videos.
Hello, please make a separate series for aspiring wildlife photographers like how to get get started, how to earn as a wildlife photographer in India it would be really helpful to know from an expert like you 😊
The scenes with the snow leopard were riveting.. Can't wait for the next episode
This was one hell of the episode. Your story telling is just mind blowing and that is what makes you stand apart from the rest of the wildlife film makers. Kudos 🙌
Getting this much closer visuals of snow leopards are always a dream.! (even in 2000 mm lens!!) 😆Eagerly waiting for the rest of episodes..
Thanks Kenneth for bringing us this incredible episode ✌️👌
Top stuff, Kenneth. Greatly renjoyed that and looking forward to episode two.
Soo wonderful! Thanks Kenneth!
Spectacular ❤,this is amazing, awaiting for the next episode 👏
Again great content as always I wish Indian wildlife authority help and reward Mr. Lawrance for this noble work. Wildlife for earth, wildlife for the betterment of humanity ❤
You deserve so many more subscribers! Incredible film making, narration and story telling!
Absolutely stunning footage Keneth. Great commentary as well. Well done.
What a treat to watch this work of patience and passion . Thankyou.
This is an incredible share. Eagerly waiting for #2. Cheers!
What a fabulous documentary. Too good. Waiting for the second part
Such a clear and beautiful video. Ladakh is really beautiful.
Off to a great start in 2024!! Keep 'em leopards/panthers coming Kenny 😃
Good to see you back with BANG BANG BANG 🤩
Love your videos Kenneth! Smiles on my face.
Finally!! Always a delight.
Highly anticipated for the next part!
Great to see you back 😊
This is a fantasitc production you've put together, inspirational stuff! Reminds me of the David Attenborough episodes I used to watch as a kid.
Highly appreciated your efforts for producing and sharing enriching footages.
💕💕💕
Wow. Wow wow. I can't wait for following series. I love how you featured Leh and snow leopard lodge and some of the other wildlife in the beautiful beautiful Himalayas and even your mom!
Absolutely wonderful
One word - Fabulous!!!
Love the doco Kenneth - thank you 😀
Thanks for showing such a precious footage😊😊😊
Simply fantastic.
Thank you Kenneth for all ur efforts ❤
Absolutely worth the wait! Bang on Kenneth! Waiting for the episodes!
Kenneth you are doing an awesome job, the scenes were quite tempting to be around this place, I like the way you have sequenced this film, wishing to see more of your work that would make a dream to come true to be at Ladakh.
Pure joy to watch and incredibly well narrated for sure.Can't wait for the 2nd episode now.Cheers from the sunny Italy!
Beautifully shot and documented!
Amazing stuff man! Keep up the amazing work❤
Fantastic . Waiting eagerly for the other episodes.
Wow !!! Love your works and as always great video❤
Excellent cinematography kenneth . All the very best.
Absolutely amazing Kenneth. Waited quite a while for one of your videos and this one certainly did not disappoint. Can’t wait for the next episode. I have a special affinity for these amazing felines from my last trip to Spiti. They live and survive in such harsh conditions and are a true testament to the resilience and strength the terrain and the conditions demand. Thank you for sharing this with us and congratulations on your superb filming and narration. 🙌🏾 👏🏾
Wonderful ! Thank you 🙏
Indeed the best story teller heard so far..
Aww, you're making me blush now.
blown away again by your videos and photography loved this cant wait for the next adventure
Beautifully shot.
thank you so much for your incredible work
Loved loved loved ❤ very engaging as expected 😊
Next level footages ❤
I can't wait to see what you do next, Kenneth Lawrence. Your talent and dedication to impactful storytelling are truly inspiring. THE WHITE PANTHER is a testament to your filmmaking skills and dedication to impactful storytelling. Thank you for using your platform to raise awareness and inspire change. From @naturecandid18
Amazing capture ❤
Awesome video: the footage, narration, video quality were all simply mind-blowing !
Amazing Kenneth!! what a intro. Big fan of your work.
Fantastic ❤ waiting for the next
Thanks for your come back series.. please keep continue 🙏🏿 .. Love and support from westbengal
wow! wow!
Incredible. Wow!
Ladakh! Wonderful place, waiting for next episodes!
Brilliantly captured n very enjoyable Kenny 🙌🙌❤
Kenneth Lawrence Sir, your wildlife videos are truly exceptional! The level of detail and production quality you put into each video is simply outstanding. It's honestly surprising that your subscriber count doesn't reflect the sheer brilliance of your content. With videos of this caliber, you deserve to have at least a million subscribers or more! Keep up the phenomenal work, and I have no doubt that your channel will continue to soar to new heights. Your dedication to showcasing the wonders of wildlife is truly commendable. Can't wait to see what incredible adventures you'll take us on next!
Amazing cinematography!
Excellent! I look forward to episodes 2 & 3. I spent 20 days in Ladakh this October after spending 14 days there in April of this year - I was the only guest at the Snow Leopard Lodge in Mangyu - wonderful memories! Yes, Ladakh is my favorite place in this world. Thank you for sharing.
Absolutely amazing and thrilling ❤❤
Very nicely presented. Thank you for sharing ❤
One of the best videos I have ever watched, following you for years now Ken, have a great one!!
Incredible footages..
Amazing captures
This is great content. Waiting for the next episode.
Oh my god. Amazingggg 👌 👌 👌
Excellent, enjoyed watching Wow
AWESOME SIR....JUST AWESOME.WAITING FOR PART 2 .
amazing just mind blowing
Hats off to you!!
Wow superb one...waiting for next video now
Namaste Sir, just now we watched this video. It's very grateful that there is no change in your photography as well as your patience in providing lots of information to us. Thanks and I hope to meet soon in 2nd part.
BEST.
Loved it.🎉 Keep it up🎉
Just Mind-blowing ❤❤
Super duper epispde. I am in love of your work❤
Brilliant episode Kenneth! I so enjoyed your Tiger series and can tell this one will be equally as good so I can’t wait to see the rest of what you have in store for us.
KUDOS KUDOS KUDOS FLABBERGASTED!!! Props to those guides 🙌
Wow, I fall in love the way you make documentaries, fascinating ❤
Really a privilege to watch wildlife and landscape of Ladakh through your videos
Always waiting for your videos..
Mesmerising ❤
Beautiful & thanks
this brings me peace
Wonderful Experience through your lens🤗
Excellent job done sir. Really Excellent.
Amazing! Great efforts
Mesmerizing ❤
Woah very cool video! its interesting to see other parts of the world.
Thank you very much for your video and communication as well in that terrible terrain. Hope, you are in good health and spirit.