The world of wildlife: waiting and waiting then being chased and chased
So what is it like to be a wildlife camera man? For acclaimed film-maker and presenter Gordon Buchanan, it’s about being chased by elephants, and bears, and tigers and ... the list goes on. "It’s a working hazard," says Buchanan. "As a wildlife cameraman, so much of my time is spent sitting. At one point I thought to myself, am I going to do his for the next 40 to 50 years? Just waiting for something to happen? But when something does happen, including being chased, it’s great and it’s worth waiting for." The Scottish native has spent the last 20 years filming and travelling in some of the world’s most remote corners. He has taken part in expeditions in South America, Asia, Africa, the Arctic, Russia and Alaska. "I like the challenge of telling a story. I get to experience things that most people can’t even dream of. It’s my duty to package the information in such a way that helps them feel like they are right there with me." Buchanan says advancements in technology have really chan...
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