Pro Tips
Three Ways to Level Up Your “Point-and-Shoot” Photography in Africa
If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a hundred times: Africa is the holy grail of wildlife photography destinations. And that’s true regardless of whether you have a big,…
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Pro Tips
Camera Settings for Photographing Whales
Whales can be some of the more challenging animals to photograph, but also the most rewarding when you really nail the shot. The simple fact that you cannot see the…
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How to Get a “Filling-the-Frame” Monarch Butterfly Photo
The monarch migration is no doubt one of the most extraordinary things on our planet. The sheer volume and quantity of these orange and black butterflies will astound even the…
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Northern Lights Video Tutorial
Photographing the northern lights is one of the high points of any nature photographer’s life. And with more known about the phenomenon, as well as the best places in the…
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How to Protect your Camera from Dust While on Photo Adventures
Adventures bring with them all sorts of welcome photographic surprises. From unexpectedly brilliant sunrises, to rare wildlife sightings, to cultural encounters that leave you in a sense of awe. But…
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How to Get This Shot: Iceland Iceberg and Glacier
What’s more iconic than the ice of Iceland? Although this mysterious island nation isn’t entirely covered in ice, as the name would suggest, it is home to some of the…
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The Best Lens for Polar Bear Photography
With so many choices out there for the average camera platform, prepping for a polar bear photography adventure may seem a bit daunting. However, understanding the conditions and range of…
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Pro Tips
How to take an Excellent “Group Photo” during Travel
I don’t believe there is a single person out there that hasn’t ever taken or been in a group photo. When it comes to travel and adventures, they are even…
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Pro Tips
3 Tips for Photographing Rhinos in Nepal
Asian one-horned rhinos are a sight to behold. Whether you’ve seen their counterparts in Africa or not, they are just plain different. Not only is their appearance distinct, but the…
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Pro Tips
Are Tele-Extenders Worth the Fuss?
There is an adage in photography that you can never really have enough telephoto power…aka, zoom. Even if you have a 400, 500, or even 800mm, there is always going to…
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How to Get this Shot – Brown Bear Portrait
Alaska is the global epicenter of brown bear photography. Sure, you can get great grizzly photos elsewhere, but the volume and proximity of brown bears in Alaska, particularly in the…
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How to Capture the Colors of Canyon Country
The colorful landscapes of the American Southwest are nothing short of jaw-dropping. It’s hard to believe that different concentrations of iron can yield such dramatic scenes! Well, the iron plus…