Venturing into the wilderness solo to observe wildlife is an endeavor that appeals to the adventurer in all of us. It’s a chance to disconnect from the bustling world and connect with nature on a primal level. However, the key to a successful, safe, and enjoyable experience lies in meticulous preparation, especially in terms of […]
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Wildlife Photography with the Nikon D810 and 400mm f2.8
When Nikon in South Africa approached me in September 2015 to test out the Nikon D810 and the new lightweight Nikkor 400mm f2.8E FL VR lens I was relishing the opportunity – you see, I was heading to the Mara Triangle in Kenya (part of the Maasai Mara ecosystem) to host a photographic safari in […]
How to Photograph Wild Animals (Without Getting Hurt)
Want a shark selfie? Or a snapshot of your kid riding a wild moose? As tourists fan out into the wilderness on summer vacations, the temptation may be there to get up close and personal with wild animals. But such interactions can have lethal consequences for man and beast. Two tourists were gored by bison […]
Shooting Wildlife Composites
Have you ever found yourself so close to a subject to cant fit it in? Or find yourself with a fantastic scene before you having left your wide-angle lens at home and all you have is your long telephoto lens? Or further more have your wide-angle lens with you but the subject would just be […]