Behind the Scenes in Greenland
Stepping off the plane and onto Greenland soil (well, mostly just rock and tundra!) was a visceral experience. In the first millisecond, I felt somewhere markedly newer than most places…
Expert Tips on Wildlife & Nature Photography
How to Get this Shot: Raven’s Breath in Yellowstone
Photographing wildlife in extreme conditions can yield breathtaking results, both figuratively and literally. My image above, what I’ve named Raven’s Breath, was taken in Yellowstone National Park in the heart…
What’s in My Camera Bag – India Tiger Photo Expedition
Bengal tigers are one of the most exciting and rewarding species of wildlife to photograph for oh-so-many reasons. First off, they’re elusive, which means you’re capturing images of a rarely…
Why Light Matters in Photography
Light is the foundation of every photograph you’ll ever take in your life. Yep, that’s a pretty big statement. Light is what creates contrast, highlights textures, and sets the mood…
Video Tutorial: Photographing Bears in Alaska
It’s never too early to start thinking about summertime bear photography in spectacular places like Alaska. Whether it’s part of a grander, all-encompassing Alaska nature safari throughout the wildlife hotspots,…
How to Photograph Hippos at Waterline
Photographs of hippos are deceptively challenging. Not because it’s hard to find them, necessarily. Nor is it because they aren’t photogenic or found in beautiful, wild habitat. Mainly, it’s because…
Conquering Canyons Photography: HDR & Bracketing
The Desert Southwest of the United States is full of geologic wonders and can be a veritable playground for landscape photographers. However, in places like Bryce Canyon National Park, with…