The Wild Eye Podcast

In this episode Gerry looks at the social structures of some of the African carnivores you might see on your next safari. This includes, lions, hyena, leopard and wild dog.

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on delayed gratification in nature photography and how it can help you to stay in the moment while you're out in the field.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Daniel Greyvenstein who is the newest member of the Wild Eye guiding team. Make sure to follw Daniel on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/daniel_wildlifephotography/

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on using your iPhone as a dedicated camera on your next nature photography trip.

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on wildlife photography ranging from competitions and animal behaviour to choosing the images that works.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Mark Thackara and David Smith from OM System and explores the history, technology and future of the brand.

In this episode Gerry and Johan share some thoughts on the different types of clothing you might need for your next safari or expedition.

In this episode, Gerry and some of the Wild Eye guides share some reasons why you're not a better wildlife photographer and how you might be holding yourself back from growing in your craft.

In this episode, after just having returned from a PVT guided safari to the Serengeti, Okavango Delta and Cape Town, Gerry shares some thoughts on using Lightroom on the iPad Pro while traveling.

In this episode Gerry and Johan chat about some new Wild Eye travel offerings and experiences that we will releasing soon.

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on the different ways you can approach your wildlife photography.

In this episode Gerry answers a guest email about the Wild Eye Mara Camp experience and shares some thoughts on a Wall Street Journal article about tourism in the Mara. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 467: https://wildeyepodcast.captivate.fm/episode/467-an-update-from-the-mara-triangle WSJ Article: https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/travel/africa-safari-tourists-crowding-wildlife-d55b47e5

Nature photography and amazing experiences sit on the same continuum and being intentional about what you're hoping to get from your next adventure will make for amazing memories. In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on how experiences and photography fit together to create amazing tours, safaris and expeditions.

In this episode Gerry explores the relationship between photography competitions and guiding photographic safaris.

In this episode Gerry looks at some trends in both photography and travel we could expect in 2024.

As way to help with the preparation for their 2024 Svalbard Expeditions with Wild Eye, in this episode Gerry answer a number of guest questions. You can find the 'How to Prepare' video here: https://youtu.be/bJ671Mml6AA

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with ChatGPT about wildlife photography, travel and conservation. We are definitely living in interesting times!

In this episode Gerry touches on photographic FOMO and how focusing on the actual experience of your photo tour or safari only has upside!

In this episode Jono Buffey talks to David Aruasa , administrator of the Mara Triangle on how they are working together with the Greater Maasai Mara through a consolidated management plan to create an environment that will protect the Mara ecosystem and a more pleasant experience for visitors. If you have a y questions you can contact Jono at jono@wild-eye.com To learn more about the Mara Triangle...

In this episode Gerry introduces an upcoming series of episodes which will each focus on one of Africa's Big 5 animals.

In this episode Gerry explores the question you need to ask in order to grow as a photographer and how to work with a photographic guide in order to be a better photographer.

In this episode Gerry shares some details on the three Arctic expeditions that Wild Eye will host in 2024. Links mentioned in this episode: Svalbard 2024: https://wild-eye.com/product/svalbard-arctic-expedition/ Svalbard Trip Report : https://wild-eye.com/trip-report-svalbard-arctic-expedition-2023/ Arctic Voyage 2024: https://wild-eye.com/product/arctic-voyage/ Orcas and Northern Lights 2024 : ht...

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on the different types of safari vehicles used in Southern Africa and East Africa respectively.

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on shooting images or video on your next safari.

In this episode, Andrew Beck catches up with Alex Braczkowski ,  a conservation scientist, photographer and cameraman from Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa. Over the past ten years Alex has have filmed, photographed and studied African lions, leopards, jaguars, and caracals across three continents. Alex’s most recent science and film work explores assessing densities of lions and other carniv...