How to get this shot – Rushing River in Madagascar
When in tropical environments, water can be a central theme to a lot of your photography. Whether it’s photographing the lush vegetation that’s the result of the water and rain,…
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10 Tips on Cultural Photography during ANY Adventure
When it comes to cultural photography, one of the most important things to recognize right away is that cultural photography doesn’t always need to be about masked or face-painted figures that…
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Tips for Bird Photography while on Safari
I’ll be honest, when up against the incredible mammals of Africa, it takes a bit of a special love and appreciation to direct your attention away from, say, a stalking…
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Tips for Photographing Sunsets in the Galapagos Islands
If you’re headed to the Galapagos Islands on a boat-based expedition, you’ll no doubt have the opportunity to photograph exquisite sunsets during your time on the water. Follow these simple…
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Back to Basics: Elements of a Great Landscape Photo
If you are planning a photo expedition anywhere out-of-doors, chances are you’re going to have the opportunity for landscape photography. Sure, some areas are more iconic, like Patagonia’s incredible mountains…
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Tips on Glacier Landscape Photography
There is perhaps no more brilliantly enigmatic landscapes to photograph than some of the great glaciated areas of our world. Whether you’re in the wilds of Patagonia or at the extreme…
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Photography 101: New Year & New Photo Skills
First of all, wishing everyone out there a very Happy New Year! I’m truly hoping that 2018 is a fantastic year for you. And if your New Year’s resolution has…
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Do you Need a Polarizing Filter for Nature and Wildlife Photography Expeditions?
Filter manufacturers may not really enjoy this post, but the truth is that filters are very antiquated in the world of digital photography. With the incredible abilities of programs like…
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When and How to Change your Camera’s White Balance Settings
First of all, for those that aren’t familiar, your camera’s “while balance” is the way that your camera perceives “pure white.” Imagine a sheet of copy paper as an example…
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What to Expect When Photographing in Peru
Peru is easily one of the top biodiversity hotspots of the world. From towering mountains and misty cloud forests to the Amazon River and its many tributaries—not to mention rich…
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Three Photo Tips for Green Season African Photo Safaris
The green season in Africa is a fascinating time to explore the wilds of countries like Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, South Africa, and Namibia. With brief afternoon rains, otherwise dry areas…
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How to Photograph Tigers (or any wildlife) through Brush and Vegetation
No matter how lucky you are, there are going to be times that you encounter exquisite wildlife shrouded by dense vegetation while on a wildlife photo safari. Follow these steps…