Natural Photographer Blog

  • Learn by Example

    Video Tutorial – Composition in the Galapagos

    Feb 6, 2018 · Court Whelan

    We’re rolling out a new type of article here, aimed to give you more of a visual explanation of certain photography topics. For our inaugural “video tutorial” we’re headed to…

  • Pro Tips

    Photography 101: New Year & New Photo Skills

    Jan 3, 2018 · Court Whelan

    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…

  • Learn by Example

    How to Get This Shot – Yawning Lion Cub

    Dec 14, 2017 · Court Whelan

    As our North American winter approaches, here in the U.S., the green season for Southern African safaris is just kicking off. For photographers, this is a wonderful time to visit…

  • Learn by Example

    My Favorite Five Things to Photograph in Costa Rica

    Jul 25, 2017 · Court Whelan

    Costa Rica is yet another destination that is a nature photographer’s dream. With stunning scenery, and fascinating wildlife, you really can get it all. However, whenever I’m down in the…

  • Pro Tips

    Tips on Photographing the Grand Canyon

    Jun 21, 2017 · Court Whelan

    When it comes to Canyon Country, the Grand Canyon stands alone. While there are many other iconic desert landscapes within short drives from both the North and South rims of…

  • Pro Tips

    How to Turn any Sunset into a Spectacular Photo

    Jun 7, 2017 · Court Whelan

    We’ve all been there before. We’re out photographing, maybe in our local park or perhaps in a far off destination in some corner of the world…anticipating an amazing sunset on…

  • Pro Tips

    Back to Basics: Tips for Point-and-Shoot Photography

    Mar 2, 2017 · Court Whelan

    Large cameras with interchangeable lenses aren’t for everyone, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t get show-stopping photos while on your photographic adventures! And the great thing about point and…

  • Stories from the Field

    6 Inspirational Photographs from Churchill, Canada

    Feb 22, 2017 · Court Whelan

    There’s something incredibly intriguing about the arctic. It’s inhospitable, unforgiving, and absolutely stunning. The landscape is an incredible combination of stark beauty and vibrant life. Vibrant life? Perhaps it seems…