Learn by Example
How to Get this Shot – Eye of the Elephant
There’s something special about elephants and we all know it. We connect with them on a deeper level and nothing takes you even deeper than focusing on the eye and…
Natural Photographer Blog
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What's in the Bag
What Are the Best “Wildlife Lenses” for a Safari in Botswana?
Given the immense array of options out there, I realize what a big question this is, with potentially varied answers. However, picking out the best wildlife lens for a Botswana…
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Gear We Love
Essential Photo Gear for Capturing Moments with Mountain Gorillas
Chances are, you probably have a general idea of your camera kit when photographing general landscapes, wildlife, and even travel scenes. However, this article is geared toward honing in on…
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Pro Tips
How Much Is “Enough” Telephoto for an African Safari
When you’re gearing up for an extraordinary photo safari in Africa, you want to make sure you have the right amount of telephoto/zoom to capture amazing wildlife photos. But how…
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What's in the Bag
What Is the Best Lens for Photographing Wildlife in Alaska?
Although it’s a loaded question, it’s a critical consideration when prepping for a photo expedition in one of the wildlife hotspots of our planet. Do you go for the flexibility…
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What's in the Bag
What’s in My Camera Bag – Patagonia
There is little wonder why Yvon Chouinard chose Patagonia’s epic peaks to represent his clothing brand: jagged mountains thrust thousands of feet into the sky, challenging anyone to find more…
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What's in the Bag
What’s in the Camera Bag – Greenland Adventure
Greenland is a real deal wilderness in every sense of the word. And you know what usually comes with the grand wildernesses of planet earth? Extraordinary photo opportunities! Greenland is…
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What's in the Bag
The Best Lens for Photographing Polar Bears
Photographing polar bears in the wild is one of the most exciting and rewarding wildlife photography experiences one can have. To maximize this incredible opportunity, you need the right lens…
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Gear We Love
What Is My Favorite Lens for Photographing in Madagascar?
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…
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Pro Tips
The Magic of Arches National Park: Perspectives on Capturing Red Rock
Arches National Park in Utah is renowned for its breathtaking red rock formations and stunning natural arches. With over 2,000 documented arches and countless other unique geological features, the park…
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Pro Tips
How Much Telephoto Do You Need to Photograph Churchill’s Polar Bears?
Telephoto lenses are must-haves when it comes to wildlife photography. They bring the action closer to you, so that more of your frame is filled with the animals you’re photographing…
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Gear We Love
The Best Lens for Polar Bear Photography
With so many choices out there for the average camera platform, prepping for a polar bear photography adventure may seem a bit daunting. However, understanding the conditions and range of…