Natural Photographer Blog

  • Learn by Example

    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…

  • Learn by Example

    How to Get This Shot – Yawning Lion Cub

    Dec 14, 2017 · Court Whelan

    As our North American winter approaches, here in the U.S., the green season for Southern African safaris is just kicking off. For photographers, this is a wonderful time to visit…

  • What's in the Bag

    What’s in the Camera Bag? Botswana Safari

    Mar 3, 2016 · Court Whelan

    An epic safari destination to say the least, Botswana is enough to cause you to break out the big guns, so to speak, when it comes to photography equipment. While…

  • Stories from the Field

    5 Tips on How to Photograph Lions in Africa

    Dec 10, 2015 · Court Whelan

    Arguably one of the most photogenic creatures on the planet, let alone during an African safari, the great African Lion is truly a sight to behold. Thus, when you have…