Natural Photographer Blog

  • Pro Tips

    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…

  • Pro Tips

    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…

  • Pro Tips

    5 Techniques and Tips for Photographing Polar Bears

    Aug 9, 2021 · Court Whelan

    It’s hard to find any nature photographer that doesn’t want to go on an adventure to photograph wild polar bears in the Arctic. They’re one of the most impressive animals…

  • Pro Tips

    How to Maximize your Landscape Photography

    May 19, 2021 · Court Whelan

    If there is one thing that connects nearly all places of natural beauty, it’s that they also are fantastic places for classic landscape photography. Whether it’s the majestic canyon country…

  • What's in the Bag

    What’s in my Camera Bag? Yellowstone Winter Photography

    Sep 30, 2020 · Court Whelan

    Winter wonderlands come in many shapes and sizes, but there is perhaps none grander than the one you’ll encounter in Yellowstone National Park. With its immense scenic beauty and sensational…

  • Pro Tips

    Gearing up for a Colorful Fall

    Sep 2, 2020 · Court Whelan

    Writing from my home in Boulder, Colorado, I can tell you fall is in the air. While we might be getting a bit of a preview of what’s to come,…

  • Pro Tips

    How to get that “Sunburst” in your Photos

    Jul 16, 2020 · Court Whelan

    Have you ever seen those pro-level photos of landscapes with those scintillating sun beams radiating out in all directions? If so, you probably have some envy–they certainly are great looking!…

  • Photo Challenge

    Photo Challenge: Backyard Photography

    Apr 16, 2020 · Court Whelan

    I think it’s safe to say that many of us are spending more time than usual in our backyards these days. That combined with the refreshing springtime air, new blooms,…

  • Learn by Example

    How to get this shot – Clearly Mount Denali

    Feb 24, 2020 · Court Whelan

    Alaska is one of those places that just “has it all.” It’s got extraordinary wildlife like bears, moose, orcas, and whales, but also has some of the most spectacular landscapes…