Natural Photographer Blog

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    How to Get This Shot – A Monarch among Monarchs

    Oct 27, 2026 · Court Whelan

    This photo combines two of my favorite things to photograph on any Monarch Migration Photo Expedition. First, I love getting that “layered” look of monarchs absolutely covering a tree trunk.…

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    How to Get this Shot – Polar Bears Sparring

    May 26, 2026 · Court Whelan

    Capturing wildlife behaviors and action in your nature photography can be one of the most thrilling things to do with a camera (ok, so I’m a little biased). And when…

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    How to get this shot – Majestic Lion in Africa

    Apr 27, 2023 · Court Whelan

    There is something intensely captivating about lions. For many of us we have “grown up” knowing about them and one day dreaming about seeing their beauty face-to-face. They’re the king…

  • Pro Tips

    5 Techniques for Photographing Africa’s Big Cats

    Dec 16, 2021 · Court Whelan

    Photographing the big cats of Africa is simply extraordinary. There are many thrilling experiences in the world of nature and wildlife photography, from bears, tigers, the entire suite of wildlife…

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    How to get this shot – Bull Elks Battling

    Oct 22, 2018 · Court Whelan

    Jackson, Wyoming is an outdoor lover’s paradise. It’s astonishingly close to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, and a multitude of hikes, scenic drives, and prime wildlife watching areas. …