Wild Nature Photography Podcast

In this episode, I wrap up my January 2024 completed workshop in Canada in Winter for Snowy Owls and discuss the never-ending quest for more mega-pixels in a world where output should be the primary consideration when choosing how much resolution you need. Snowy Owl workshop 2026 Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Workshops and Expeditions around the World www.wildnaturephototra...

In this episode, I review Vincent Munier's new retrospective masterpiece 'Munier'. In case you just want the executive summary: If you have a passing interest in wildlife photography, you must buy this book. Available online through Vincent's store . Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Workshops and Expeditions around the World www.wildnaturephototravel.com Su...

I have just published Episode #88, Season 4, of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I retrospectively look back at the travel and workshops from 2023 and dive into the 2024 year of travel ahead. During the year 2023, I guided twelve different workshops and expeditions around the world, as well as several private workshops and multiple print and processing workshops. Links to the 2...

In my Wild Nature Photography Podcast's latest season (season 4) for 2024, I wrap up my just completed January Pallas Cat expedition to Mongolia's eastern Steppe region in Winter. I will have a full written trip report on this expedition in the next few days, along with some photographs, but I wanted to get my initial thoughts down in a podcast while they are still fresh in my mind ( 202...

In this podcast episode, I wrap up my 2023 Antarctica expedition with some initial thoughts on this incredible trip (full trip report coming soon), give my thoughts on a short scouting trip to Easter Island, and review the 2023 Podcast year. Although I did not squeeze in as many Podcasts as I would have liked in 2023, I managed to get a new episode out almost every two weeks with an average of 2.0...

I have just published episode #85 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I discuss what equipment I am taking with me to Antarctica next week, as well as my packing strategy and decision not to purchase Canon's new RF10-20mm Lens. This will probably be the last podcast before I depart for Antarctica next week - although I will do my best to get in my review of either Volume 8...

I have just published episode #84 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I review Scott Portelli's new limited edition book on Antarctica and discuss my thoughts on the overall presentation and print quality. BenQ Webinar - Mastering RAW workflow in Adobe Lightroom   Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Workshops and Expeditions around the World www.wildnatur...

I have just published episode #83 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this long overdue episode (apologies for the significant delay), I give my thoughts on two new Canon Lenses, the RF 10-20mm and the yet-to-be-officially-announced 200-800mm telephoto lens (look for the official announcement of this lens in the next few days). I also briefly discuss the new HDR feature in the latest version...

I have just published episode #82 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I provide an update on the two wildlife workshops I am leading in North Finland for Wolves, Bears, Golden Eagles and other wildlife. I also discuss my thoughts on how best to maximise your next photography workshop, tour or expedition investment so you can get the best from your investment and time in the fie...

I have just published episode #81 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I discuss my packing strategy for Finland, Greenland and Iceland workshops that kick off next month in September 2023. Some challenges come with packing for both a dedicated wildlife trip (Finland), a mixed wildlife and landscape trip (Greenland) and a dedicated landscape extension trip (Iceland). As a result...

I have just published episode #80 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I briefly discuss the issue of photographs posted to social media platforms and the problem with assumptions and subsequent comments made by viewers of those photographs. Capturing Antarctica - A Lens Selection Guide Antarctica - A Life Changing Journey Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Wo...

I have just published Episode #79 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I give my thoughts and review Nick Brandt's powerful, evocative, sombre book, Inherit the Dust. His fourth book in his fantastic series on black and white African wildlife. Big Life Foundation Nick Brandt Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Workshops and Expeditions around the World www...

I have just published Episode #78 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I discuss and give my thoughts on the ethical use of drones for wildlife photography, their use in photographic competitions and for what purpose I intend to use a drone for in my wildlife photography. Finland Wild Wolves of the Taiga Forest Workshop 2024 Ultimate Polar Bears of the High Arctic 2025 Expeditio...

In this podcast episode, I compare and review two very different solutions by two competing companies to protect expensive telephoto lenses when out in the field - Lens Coat and AlphaGVRD. Lens Coat offers its traditional neoprene cover solution, and AlphaGVRD provides a more contemporary 3M Wrap. Which is best and why? Listen in for my thoughts and impressions on fitment, durability, ease of use,...

In this episode, I discuss my thoughts and impressions of the scouting trip I just completed to Barrow, Alaska and photography of the birds that inhabit the extensive Arctic Tundra in this region. The purpose of this scouting trip was to explore the potential for a future workshop in this far-flung region of Alaska, both from a photographic and infrastructure perspective. I will have a full writte...

In this episode, I briefly discuss how a week's break in Dubai between workshops restored my faith in humanity and how the UAE works to get travel right while the rest of the world falls far short of its high benchmark. 2024 Zululand Ground Level Masterclass Workshop Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Workshops and Expeditions around the World www.wildnaturephototravel.com...

In this episode, I discuss the new rumours surrounding the RF Canon 200-500mm L IS USM lens with an inbuilt 1.4 teleconverter and what this lens might mean for wildlife photographers.  I also talk about the challenges surrounding packing both equipment and clothes suitable for my upcoming trip to Africa and Alaska.  Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Workshops and Expeditions ar...

I have just published episode #73 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I give my thoughts on the rise of A.I Imgaery and its potential impact on Nature Photography. May 2023 Photograph of the Month   Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Workshops and Expeditions around the World www.wildnaturephototravel.com Support the Show and fellow Nature Photographer: https...

I have just published Episode #72 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I review the all-new Big Five project photography conservation book. THE NEW BIG 5 brings together more than 165 of the world’s most outstanding photographers, conservationists, and experts in a mission not only to celebrate the beauty of the animal world but to raise awareness of the urgent issues facing the...

I have just published Episode #71 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I give my thoughts and impressions on Canon's new and unexpected 100-300mm constant aperture F2.8L IS USM Lens after taking the opportunity early this morning to test the lens courtesy of Canon Australia. OWC Computing Mac Pro Video Card Upgrade  This upgrade is only available with a limited supply and i...

I have just published episode #70 of my Wild Nature Photography podcast. In this episode, I briefly wrap up my Svalbard Spring Light Expedition, discuss the joys of recent travel through Melbourne airport, give my initial thoughts on the all-new Canon RF 100-300mm constant aperture f2.8L IS USM lens and dive deeply into my reasoning on why, for most of us, Lightroom pre-sets are a complete waste o...

I have just published Episode #69 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I discuss the I.T Infrastructure and hardware I use for editing and processing my photography and the storage and backup strategy I am presently employing to ensure fast access to my images when editing and processing and protection in the case of hardware failure. The podcast includes the hardware specificat...

I have just published Episode #68 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I discuss my thoughts on judging photographic competitions from the judge's perspective. Includes some retrospective thoughts on judging a major international photographic contest and tips you can employ in your photographic competition entries. Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Works...

I have just published Episode #67 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I discuss my process for going from thousands of RAW captures in the field to the final few for processing and post-production. Ellesmere Island Expedition Report Part One Ellesmere Island Expedition Report Part Two Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Workshops and Expeditions around the Wor...

I have just published Episode 66 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this episode, I briefly discuss the realities of travel delays during travel in the high Arctic during Winter and the exciting news that multiple photographs from my entries have been selected as finalist images in the 2023 Bird Photographer off the Year competition. Support the show Wild Nature Photo Travel Photography Wor...