Wildlife and Adventure Photography
Wildlife and Adventure Photography is a podcast for those who believe the best images are earned, not taken. Through field-tested insight and thoughtful reflection, each episode explores how preparation, patience, and creative awareness come together to produce photographs with lasting impact.
Episodes
215 episodes
The Creative Process
Step inside the real creative process behind photography—beyond inspiration, beyond perfect conditions.In this episode, we explore how ideas actually take shape across four distinct genres: wildlife, portrait, street, and landscape ...
Finding inspiration and developing your style
Are you struggling to find inspiration or define your photography style? In this episode, we break down how to consistently spark new ideas and turn them into a visual identity that feels authentic to you.You’ll learn why inspiration isn...
How high should you push ISO (and other things)?
In this episode, I break down the balancing act at the heart of wildlife photography: ISO, shutter speed, and aperture. How high should you push your ISO? I talk about the trade-off between freezing action with faster shutter speeds...
The secrets to choosing the right gear for wildlife photography
In this episode, we break down the real secrets to choosing the right camera gear for wildlife photography. From camera bodies and autofocus to lenses, reach, and essential accessories, you’ll learn what actually matters in the field—and ...
Composition in the Wild E4/4: The 3 skills that transform wildlife photography
Most wildlife photographers think better gear will fix their photos… but it won’t.In this episode, you’ll learn the 3 skills that actually transform wildlife photography: field decision-making, light mastery, and a simple syst...
Composition in the Wild E3/4: Why most wildlife photos feel random (and how to add purpose)
Why do so many wildlife photographs feel random?A bird appears, you lift the camera, take the shot… and the moment is gone. Later, the photo feels more like a snapshot than something intentional.In this episode, we explore why tha...
Composition in the Wild E2/4: How to prepare a wildlife shoot (without over-thinking it)
Have you ever packed for a wildlife photography outing and felt slightly overwhelmed before you even left the house?In this episode, we simplify the process.Preparation should create calm — not stress. And yet many photographers o...
Composition in the Wild E1/4: Great Wildlife Photography begins at home
Many people think wildlife photography starts on safari… or in Africa… or in a national park. It doesn’t. It starts in your backyard. You can develop all the vital skills you need for great wildlife photography before you leave home...
Observation and Composition Ep 4: How to build a photograph from start to finish
Great photographs are built through a sequence of decisions. Structure, rules, and techniques only matter insofar as they serve intent.In this final part, we look at how to put everything together and create compelling images.
Observation and Composition Ep 3: How viewers actually move through an image
Strong photographs lead the viewer. Composition is about directing visual movement.In part 3, we look at what draws the eye and how we can use that information to construct photographs that fully engage the viewer.
Observation and Composition Ep 2: Why Compositions Fail (and the fix most people miss)
Most compositions fail because multiple visual messages compete. This episode teaches diagnosis first, then simplification with intent.In part two, we'll look at how you can take photographs that are fine, technically, but just don't wor...
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Observation and Composition Ep 1: The observation skill that changes every photograph
Two people can stand in the same place, at the same time, and come away with completely different photographs. Why?This four-part series examines how observation drives composition and how you can construct photographs designed to elicit...
7 more mistakes that photographers often make
In this second podcast, I run through 7 more mistakes it's easy to make: 1. Shooting in Auto ModeShooting in Auto severely limits your creative options.2. Not checking settingsIt’s easy to forget t...
How to deal with 6 common photography mistakes
We all make mistakes, and this week I run through 6 common mistakes photographers make and talk through how to handle them:1. Poor CompositionCentred subject: Placing the subject in the centre of the image. Try the rule of thirds ...
Steve and Nicole Gettle Wildlife Photographers
For over 40 years, Steve Gettle has dedicated his life to capturing the stunning beauty of nature through his lens. With countless hours spent photographing wildlife and the breathtaking landscapes that surround us, Steve’s work radiates his de...
Trusted the Meter
Last week, we looked at what happens when there is a failure of perception. This week, we look at the opposite problem: when the camera tells you exactly what to do, but the result is incorrectly exposed.Are you asking the right question...
Where light tricks you
In part two of this exploration of exposure, we look at situations where everything looks great, but when you look at the image in the camera, it is nothing like what you saw.We’ll look at why this happens and what you can do about it.
The Exposure Mistake I Still Make When Shooting Wildlife
Have you ever had a situation where a shot looks good, but when you check the photo, the exposure is off? Well, I’m sure we’ve often experienced it, and it’s one of those mistakes you only make once. Except… you don’t.I had a similar sit...
7 Wildlife Photography Mistakes Even Experienced Photographers Still Make
Most people think wildlife photography is about having the longest lens and the most expensive camera. But the truth is, some of the biggest mistakes happen after you’ve been doing this for years. Today I’m breaking down seven wildlife...
Why your photographs don't look sharp
Perfectly exposed images can appear to be soft or out of focus. There are two contributing factors that play a part in this:How our eyes and brain perceive sharpnessThe role of contrast in the image.It’s important to rememb...
Where does AutoFocus struggle?
In this episode, I'll look at four scenarios that are likely to throw off your AF system:Low Light or Low Contrast ConditionsWrong AF Area Mode for the SituationFast or Unpredictable MovementExtremely Shal...
Do you need expensive camera gear to take great photos?
One of my pet hates is people coming up to me and saying something along the lines of “that’s a great picture, you must have a really good camera”. To me, it’s a little like someone going up to Shakespeare and saying, “That was a great play, yo...
How to break through creative blocks
Are you tired of feeling stuck following endless photography rules, resulting in images that just… exist? What if I told you there's a way to unlock a deeper, more intuitive connection with your camera, allowing you to capture photographs that ...
Which is best - YouTube or Courses?
With so much free material available immediately on YouTube, is there any place for formal photography courses? That’s what I’ll be looking into in this podcast.Please add your thoughts and comments in the comments section, or send an em...
Wildlife and landscapes with Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove
My guest on this podcast is Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove. Jeroen describes himself as a hybrid photographer, shooting both wildlife and landscapes. In this podcast, we talk about how he started in photography and he shares some of his experiences pho...
