Natural Photographer Blog

  • What's in the Bag

    What’s the BEST Lens for the Galapagos Islands?

    May 12, 2026 · Court Whelan

    Considering how amazingly varied the nature photography can be in the Galapagos, this is quite the doozie of a question! However, it’s an important one to answer, as photography in…

  • What's in the Bag

    What’s in my Camera Bag? An Iceland Photo Adventure

    Apr 28, 2026 · Court Whelan

    Iceland is a landscape photographer’s dream location. The colors, textures, and generally otherworldly scenes and features throughout this tiny island offer incredible photo opportunities. However, the lens selections to give…

  • Pro Tips

    An Essential Lens for Photographing Greenland

    Mar 30, 2026 · Court Whelan

    When headed into a landscape-oriented photo trip, one often thinks about the classic landscape lenses first. You know, the 18-55mm or 24-70mm types. In other words, your wide angles that…

  • What's in the Bag

    What’s in my Camera Bag – Madagascar

    Jan 20, 2026 · Court Whelan

    If you are seeking real-deal wild, in one of the most photographable ways, Madagascar has to be on your travel list. This biodiversity hotspot is home to over 200,000 species…

  • What's in the Bag

    What’s in My Camera Bag – Alaska

    Jul 15, 2025 · Mike Hillman

    Alaska is one of the most dynamic and photo-rich locations in the world. You’ve got rugged peaks, sprawling glacial valleys, dense temperate rainforests, and, of course, most of North America’s…

  • Gear We Love

    What Is My Favorite Lens for Photographing in Madagascar?

    Mar 9, 2025 · Court Whelan

    When it comes to extraordinary photography—in the very literal sense of way beyond the ordinary—Madagascar is hard to beat. It’s got big landscapes, fascinating wildlife, and a travel and cultural…

  • What's in the Bag

    What’s in My Camera Bag? New Zealand

    Sep 13, 2024 · Mike Hillman

    Header photo courtesy of Nat Hab Guest William Mitchell New Zealand’s is a legendary destination for photographers, renowned for its dramatic and diverse landscapes. From the rugged coastal cliffs and…