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  • Learn by Example

    How to Get this Shot – Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

    Nov 11, 2021 · Court Whelan

    In the world of adventure and nature photography, capturing the most stunning destinations in all their glory is of prime importance. Whether it’s the extraordinary waterfalls of Costa Rica, the…

  • Pro Tips

    Tips for Photographing Wild Tigers in India

    Nov 4, 2021 · Court Whelan

    India offers something that few other places and the world can even come close to—photographing the largest of the world’s big cats, of course! While tigers are found elsewhere in…

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    How to Photograph East Africa’s Great Migration

    Oct 21, 2021 · Court Whelan

    When it comes to the most enthralling, massive wildlife spectacles on earth, the great wildebeest migration across the plains of the Serengeti and Maasai Mara has to be near the…

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    What’s the BEST Lens for a Yellowstone Safari?

    Oct 7, 2021 · Court Whelan

    Boasting big wildlife, even bigger landscapes, and a region replete with amazing photography opportunities, Yellowstone is a land of superlatives for the nature photographer. But can there be just one…

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    Perfecting your Wildlife Photography in Africa

    Sep 23, 2021 · Court Whelan

    Africa is the big show…the ultimate nature and wildlife photo expedition. Thus, you’ll want to hone your skills before your adventure to ensure you get the best photos possible. Let’s talk…

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    5 Ways to Photograph the Monarch Butterfly Migration

    Sep 1, 2021 · Court Whelan

    Photographing the magnificent migration of the monarch butterfly probably isn’t at the top of most nature and wildlife photographers’ top goals—but it ABSOLUTELY should be. Not only is it one…

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    Photographing the Patterns of Nature

    Aug 26, 2021 · Court Whelan

    When you’re out in the wild world photographing nature, you’re going to see some rather extraordinary things. Whether it’s witnessing polar bears sparring on the tundra or a tiger slowly slinking…

  • Learn by Example

    How to get this shot: Blue-Footed Booby in Galapagos

    Aug 19, 2021 · Court Whelan

    The wildlife of Galapagos is extraordinary for so many reasons. Not only are most inhabitants found nowhere else on earth, the vast majority of animals have no natural fear of…