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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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Broadening your horizons in nature photography is wildly rewarding and likely easier than you thought when it comes to this really cool landscape photo trick. Whether you’re a tried-and-true wildlife…
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The sharpness of a photo is often a cornerstone to its aesthetics. Now, I’ll tell ya, there are absolutely times when sharpness isn’t everything, and we must remind ourselves that…
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Getting a photo of migratory monarchs filling the frame like this is a coveted photo for any nature photographer lucky enough to embark on a monarch migration Photo Expedition. The…
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When in front of extraordinary wildlife or sensational landscapes during a nature photography expedition, your settings make a big difference in the overall quality of your photos. In this article,…
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A wildlife photography adventure in Borneo is a safari unlike any other in the world. Borneo is teeming with the delightfully weird and whacky animals, and is also home to…
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One may not think of birds at first as the ‘dream photo’ while on an African safari. However, the extraordinary diversity and sheer numbers of mammals, like lions, hippos, elephants,…
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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…
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Focusing your camera at night is one of the biggest challenges for photographers. It’s hard to see, and your camera’s autofocus relies on light and contrast, so it’s not much…
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This is the dream trip for just about every wildlife photographer on the planet–to have an extraordinary day (or days!) at the famous Brooks Falls platform in Katmai National Park,…
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Notice how I didn’t start off by saying “the best” shutter speed. Honestly, even saying “right” is a bit tricky, as there are several things to consider beyond shutter speed…
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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…
