Wildlife and adventure photography
A series to help you get great photographs (including wildlife) when travelling. The series includes volunteering and why it provides a serious alternative to traditional wildlife photography trips. It looks at some of the techniques photographers use to find subjects and get great results.
I also share some of my more unusual trips including visiting the wreck of the RMS Titanic and climbing mount Kilimanjaro.
This podcast is for those with an interest in photography, wildlife, conservation and adventure.
Episodes
136 episodes
The secrets to sharper photos
It can be very frustrating to go away on a trip and, when you look at your photographs on a pc screen, find they're not sharp. I've put together a list of seven things you can do, to avoid blurry photos: Check your settings...
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Season 6
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Episode 41
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31:24
What makes a good photo?
I believe there are two aspects to what makes a good photograph. The first is the technical side. Different people will have different ways of categorising this aspect and for the sake of this podcast I used five elements:Light and ...
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Season 6
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Episode 40
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27:44
How to deal with three common wildlife photography issues
There are ideal times to take photographs of wildlife, and many times and situations that are less ideal. In this podcast, I talk about how to handle the following potential issues and common mistakes.: Bad composition (and i...
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Season 6
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Episode 39
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32:46
The importance of experimenting
I thought I'd try recording a podcast away from my usual studio, mainly because I've just reached Sydney after two weeks in Namibia, most of it well away from an internet connection.So, how important is experimenting and how big a role ...
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Season 6
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Episode 38
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22:29
Safety first
There are a few things to consider when photographing wildlife as you'll often be off the beaten track. Here are a few of them:Who knows where you are?I suggest using "What3Words" as a way of letting people know whe...
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Season 6
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Episode 37
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26:24
A few top wildlife photography tips
I thought that it was time to review a few wildlife questions and tips. This is what I talk about:What's the best camera for wildlife photography?Is DSLR or Mirrorless better?What's the best lens?I...
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Season 6
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Episode 36
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33:22
Flash Photography
Flash photography certainly has its place, but not always where you might think.Sure, it is one option in low ambient light situations and can also be used in daylight to make sure the subject is correctly exposed without overexposing e...
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Season 6
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Episode 35
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30:43
Psychology and composition
I've been interested in psychology for a long time and I'm especially interested in how it relates to photography. In this case it's composition and why certain compositional elements are very effective.In this short podcast I'll do my ...
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Season 6
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Episode 34
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21:48
Wildlife Photography Review
I thought I would run through what I believe are the most important aspects of wildlife photography. So, apologies if you've heard this before (but you might hear something new, too!).These are the key things to consider and I speak abo...
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Season 6
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Episode 33
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30:31
Oops, something went wrong!
Hello again, This is for you if you can't quite get the results you're looking for. I'm sure that we've all had the experience of thinking we've just created a great photograph, only to find that the result isn't what we'd ho...
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Season 6
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Episode 32
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29:16
Conservation Inspired Photography
I'm using this tagline in some of my promotional material and I thought I would share what it means.Going beyond that, what inspires you and your photography? Is there a particular photograph you're trying to get, or are you looking to ...
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Season 6
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Episode 31
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28:51
What's in focus?
Being able to control what, within your photograph, is in focus and what isn't, is one of the best ways to create interesting and engaging photographs. How to achieve this is the question I'm asked most often.So, what do you need to know?
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Season 6
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Episode 30
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27:00
How do we define animal intelligence?
Animals will often act on instinct and we tend to think of that as their default operating condition. And, for a long time, human beings (homo sapiens) were thought of as being the only intelligent animal around.But, as we've learnt more ab...
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Season 6
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Episode 29
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30:22
Wildlife Photography FAQs
So, you're going to do some wildlife photography and want to get the best results. What are a few things you can do to give you the best chance of coming back with some great photos?In this podcast, I'll talk about doing your research a...
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Season 6
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Episode 28
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33:22
What is your priority?
Understanding the 'modes' on your DSLR or Mirrorless camera allows you to make use of the full potential of your equipment. But which mode is right for you?In this podcast I'll take you through what are, in my opinion, the two most usef...
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Season 6
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Episode 27
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23:11
Shooting for social media
I was recently asked to suggest a camera for someone who shoots exclusively for social media. While I much prefer to see photographs on a wall, or in a photobook, many photographs will only be seen as social media images.So what do you ...
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Season 6
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Episode 26
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22:23
Why shoot locally?
I'm a big believer that practice makes perfect, but I'm not always disciplined enough to take photographs regularly. This isn't usually a problem for me as I do often use my camera, but, if you're one of those people who puts your camera away u...
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Season 6
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Episode 25
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28:44
Namibia update number 2
In a previous podcast, I spoke about my preparations for my trip to Namibia in September.EHRA does great work and they are one of the projects I support from sales of my photographic prints. I'm currently training for a 100km hike over 5 da...
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Season 6
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Episode 24
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25:26
How to take terrible photographs
Do you ever notice that people seem to vanish the moment you suggest showing them your latest photos?Whether or not you do, these suggestions might help you to rethink your photography.Think of three photographs that you love. W...
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Season 6
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Episode 23
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34:33
DSLR vs Mirrorless - Update
I've spoken about the differences between DSLR and Mirrorless cameras in the past and I thought it was time for an update.You might be thinking about buying your first camera system, or you may have a DSLR system and you're thinking abo...
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Season 6
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Episode 22
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34:40
Tips for using a tripod
Love them or hate them, tripods are essential for some types of photography. So, are they useful for you?In this tripod I'll give you some tips for buying and using tripods:What type of head best suits your needs?Ho...
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Season 6
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Episode 21
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29:22
Questions for your wildlife photography shoot
Most of us need to apply a little planning before heading off for a wildlife shoot, otherwise our results can be disappointing.So, what are the best questions to ask yourself before you go?They will include:Which a...
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Season 6
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Episode 20
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27:36
Tips for buying used camera gear
Camera gear can get very expensive very quickly, so buying used equipment can be a good move. It's especially true if you want to expand your current gear options, or buy professional level gear.This is not an in-depth buying guide, but...
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Season 6
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Episode 19
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25:26