Natural Photographer Blog

  • Pro Tips

    My Favorite Photo Leader Images of 2025

    Dec 31, 2025 · Mike Hillman

    As the Photo Expeditions Director for Natural Habitat Adventures, an absurd number of photos cross my desk every year. Thousands of frames from every corner of the planet from guests…

  • Learn by Example

    Shot Settings – Giant Shot of Giant Panda

    Jun 17, 2020 · Court Whelan

    In this Shot Settings article, we’ll be taking a look at one of the most iconic “big wildlife” species on the planet–the Giant Panda of China. Shot Settings: f/3.2, 1/640, ISO…

  • Learn by Example

    Getting this Shot: Panda Closeup

    Oct 7, 2016 · Court Whelan

    Pandas represent many things to many people. They’re an icon and national symbol for China’s 1.3 billion people, and are loved across the world as a beacon of conservation. They’re…