High Speed Photography Collection

Water drop impact, high speed photograph
Water drop impact. High-speed photograph of a water drop impacting on a pool of water, showing secondary drop formation. After the water drop impacts to form a crater

Kingfisher in flight
Common kingfisher. High-speed photograph of a common kingfisher, Alcedo atthis, flying towards its nest with a fish in its bill

Barn owl. Composite image of high-speed photographs of a European barn owl (Tyto alba) swooping from the air to capture its prey (not seen)

Barn owl. High-speed photograph of a European barn owl (Tyto alba) swooping from the air to land on a fence post. The barn owl has long pointed wings with a span of 95 centimetres

Great tit in flight
Great tit. High-speed photograph of a great tit, Parus major, taking off with a nut in its beak. This is one of the largest of the tits and lives in mixed woodland, farmland and semi-open areas

Oil and water, high-speed image
Oil and water. High-speed photograph of oil being poured onto water. Since oil and water are immiscible liquids (they cannot be mixed)

Blood dripping into water, high-speed photograph

Common frog diving

Egg impacting flour, high-speed image

Oil in water, high-speed image

Flour impact, high-speed image

Muybridge motion study, 1870s C014 / 2071
Muybridge motion study. Series of early photographs showing the motion of a man performing a back-flip or back handspring

Ink in water, high-speed image

Bullet hits alarm clock, high-speed image C016 / 9638
Bullet hits alarm clock. High-speed photograph of an alarm clock being hit by a bullet fired from an air rifle

Bullet hits water glass, high-speed image C016 / 9637
Bullet hits water glass. High-speed photograph of a water-filled glass being hit by a bullet fired from an air rifle

Washing hands in water, high-speed image C016 / 9639
Washing hands in water, high-speed photograph

Coloured inks in water, high-speed image

Milk impacting banana, high-speed image

Water impact, high-speed image

Exploding water balloon, high-speed image C016 / 8455
Exploding water balloon. High-speed photograph of a water-filled balloon being hit by a bullet fired from a gun. The duration of the flash used here is 1/13, 000th of a second

Exploding ice balloon, high-speed image C016 / 8454
Exploding ice balloon. High-speed photograph of a balloon-shaped piece of ice being hit by a bullet fired from a gun. The duration of the flash used here is 1/13, 000th of a second

Exploding drinks can, high-speed image C016 / 8450
Exploding drinks can. High-speed photograph of a soft drinks can at the moment it is hit by a bullet fired from a gun. The duration of the flash used here is 1/13, 000th of a second

Chalked hands, high-speed photograph C015 / 6533
Chalked hands. High-speed photograph of a man applying gym or climbing chalk (white) to his hands. This is magnesium carbonate

Water turbulence, high-speed image
Water turbulence in a glass, high-speed image

Water splashing, high-speed image
Water splashing in and around a glass, high-speed image

Muybridge motion study, 1870s C016 / 4563
Muybridge motion study. Series of early photographs showing the motion of a race horse harnessed to a sulky (racing cart) and demonstrating a trotting gait

Muybridge motion study, 1907 C016 / 4564
Muybridge motion study. Series of early photographs showing a nude woman pouring a basin of water over herself. These photographs were obtained by English photographer Eadweard J

Muybridge motion study, 1870s C016 / 4562
Muybridge motion study. Series of early photographs showing the motion of an athlete carrying out a walking leap over a hurdle

Swallow in flight

Common tern flying
Common tern. High-speed photograph of a common tern, Sterna hirundo, in flight. Common terns are seabirds reaching 37 centimetres in length

Wood mouse leaping
Wood mouse. High-speed photograph of a wood mouse, Apodemus sylvaticus, in mid-leap. This mainly nocturnal mouse is a good climber. It is found in deciduous woods, cultivated land and orchards

Brown hawker dragonfly. High-speed photograph of a brown hawker dragonfly, Aeshna grandis, in flight. This dragonfly is found on sheltered lowland lakes and fens

Common frog leaping
Common frog. High-speed photograph of a common frog, Rana temporaria, leaping from a rock. The long powerful hind legs are seen at centre left. The body and legs total 6-10 centimetres in length

Himalayan balsam seed dispersal
Himalayan balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) seed dispersal. High-speed photograph capturing the explosive seed dispersal of the Himalayan balsam

Man sneezing. High speed photograph of a man sneezing, showing a plume of salivary droplets ejected from his mouth

Water, high-speed photograph. Close-up of turbulent water showing many bubbles produced in the process

Water drop impact, high-speed photograph
Water drop impact. High-speed photograph of a water drop impacting on a pool of water. After the water drop impacts to form a crater, circular waves ripple out from the centre of impact

Ichneumon wasps, high-speed photograph
Ichneumon wasps, composite high-speed photograph

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Capturing the mesmerizing beauty of motion frozen in time, high-speed photography unveils a world unseen by the naked eye. With its ability to freeze split-second moments, this captivating art form allows us to witness nature's wonders like never before. In one frame, water drop impact becomes an ethereal dance as droplets collide with surfaces, creating intricate ripples and splashes that seem suspended in mid-air. Each collision tells a unique story of energy and fluidity, showcasing the sheer power and grace hidden within something as simple as a falling droplet. A kingfisher in flight is no longer just a blur of feathers; it transforms into an awe-inspiring display of agility and precision. Every beat of its wings captured with utmost clarity reveals the bird's mastery over air and water, reminding us of nature's incredible adaptability. The barn owl emerges from darkness with silent wings outstretched - an enigma brought to life through high-speed photography. Its haunting gaze pierces through our souls while its feathers appear almost weightless against the backdrop of night sky. This nocturnal hunter becomes an emblematic symbol of mystery and elegance frozen forever in time. As if defying gravity itself, a great tit takes flight amidst vibrant foliage - its delicate movements immortalized by high-speed cameras. The image captures every feather fluttering effortlessly through space, showcasing the bird's remarkable aerial acrobatics that often go unnoticed by human eyes alone. Oil dances upon water's surface like liquid poetry when viewed at high speed - swirling patterns forming ephemeral masterpieces before dissipating into nothingness. These fleeting moments remind us that even seemingly insignificant interactions can hold profound beauty if we take the time to observe them closely enough. "Dances with Drops" aptly describes this extraordinary collection where each photograph encapsulates not only stunning visuals but also stories waiting to be told. From majestic birds soaring across vast skies to tiny droplets cascading down onto various surfaces, high-speed photography unravels the hidden narratives of our natural world.