{"id":507508,"date":"2026-05-28T20:45:13","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T20:45:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/507508\/"},"modified":"2026-05-28T20:45:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T20:45:13","slug":"wildlife-filmmaker-from-ballinasloe-features-on-bbc-springwatch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/507508\/","title":{"rendered":"Wildlife filmmaker from Ballinasloe features on BBC Springwatch"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A self-taught wildlife cinematographer from Ballinasloe is set to make his television debut<\/p>\n<p>Aughrim native Jack Kelly will appear on BBC Springwatch at 8 tonight, showcasing footage of basking sharks filmed off Ireland\u2019s Atlantic coast.<\/p>\n<p>Jack has combined a background in marine biology with a practical, field-driven approach to filmmaking.<\/p>\n<p>His work focuses on capturing authentic wildlife behaviour in real conditions, often relying on instinct and timing where moments cannot be repeated.<\/p>\n<p>Jack\u2019s creative style is also influenced by his background in music, which he uses to shape pacing, tone, and emotional impact within his work.<\/p>\n<p>The Springwatch presenters are excited about Jack&#8217;s contribution to tonight&#8217;s programme<\/p>\n<p>    <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wildlife-filmmaker-from-ballinasloe-features-on-bbc-springwatch.jpg\" class=\"max-w-full w-full hover:scale-110 group-hover:scale-110 transition-all duration-300 object-cover w-full h-[148px] not-process rounded-l-md\" width=\"795\" height=\"795\" figureclass=\"aspect-square rounded-l-md max-h-36\"  alt=\"Wildlife filmmaker from Ballinasloe features on BBC Springwatch\" \/><\/p>\n<p>        <strong>Galway Bay FM News<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a id=\"LPlnk297662\" title=\"https:\/\/www.galwaybayfm.ie\/galway-bay-fm-news-desk\/\" 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