Natural Photographer Blog

  • Pro Tips

    How to Take Stunning Photographs of Orangutans in Borneo

    Aug 9, 2024 · Court Whelan

    As we seek more authentic wilderness in today’s world, Borneo stands out. It’s a spectacular combination of expansive tropical landscapes and epic wildlife—both large and small. The orangutan tends to…

  • Pro Tips

    How to Get Perfect Wildlife Portraits in Africa

    Jul 10, 2024 · Court Whelan

    The classic wildlife portrait is one of the first photos we aim to achieve in any given wildlife encounter—especially those as extraordinary as you are likely to have in Africa.…

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    Secrets to Lemur Photography in Madagascar

    Dec 7, 2023 · Court Whelan

    It is definitely no secret that I’m enamored with the wildlife of Madagascar. Some might say it’s my favorite wildlife photography destination, given the incredible variety, rarity, and general photogenic…

  • Pro Tips

    Smartphone Photo Tips for a Polar Bear Adventure

    Jun 27, 2023 · Court Whelan

    Smartphones have become an indispensable piece of gear and are becoming increasingly more versatile, higher quality, and of course extremely easy to use. When talking about “the best camera in…

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    A Simple Trick to Improve Your Landscape Photography

    Jan 27, 2023 · Court Whelan

    Landscape photography is one of the purest forms of nature photography and is as enjoyable, captivating, and breathtaking as ever. While cameras, lenses, and editing programs improve, the ability to…

  • Learn by Example

    How to Photograph Soaring Monarch Butterflies

    Jan 23, 2023 · Court Whelan

    The image of hundreds of monarchs soaring in the air is definitely one of the most desired and coveted on any monarch migration photo adventure. At first glimpse, it may…

  • Learn by Example

    How to Get This Shot – Marine Iguanas in Layers

    Aug 5, 2022 · Court Whelan

    No adventure to the Galapagos Islands would be complete without hundreds of photos of marine iguanas. These little reptiles are not only everywhere, but they are charismatic, photogenic, and represent…

  • Pro Tips

    What is the Ideal Aperture for Landscape Photography?

    May 20, 2022 · Court Whelan

    When photographing landscapes big and small, like those in iconic landscape photography destinations like Iceland, Glacier National Park, and the Canadian Rockies, depth of field (DoF) is a primary consideration. …

  • Pro Tips

    How to Photograph East Africa’s Great Migration

    Oct 21, 2021 · Court Whelan

    When it comes to the most enthralling, massive wildlife spectacles on earth, the great wildebeest migration across the plains of the Serengeti and Maasai Mara has to be near the…

  • 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…