Heavy rains had washed sediment from the Churchill River far into Hudson Bay, making the water murky.
To get a clear image, Martin needed the bear to come close to the camera he was holding on a pole from his boat. He was delighted with this unusual view of a bear’s rear paws, showing its adaptations for the icy world.
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Martin is an international award-winning photographer and documentary filmmaker who captures wildlife, beauty and people's stories. He and his father travel the world to document the ordinary through unique stories and techniques. Since 2014 he has worked as a guide, drone pilot, photographer and cinematographer throughout North and South America, Europe, Antartica and the South Pacific.
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