Tips and Tricks
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Taking Your Wildlife Photography to the Next Level with Post-Processing
As an experienced wildlife photographer, I can tell you that post-processing techniques are an essential part of creating stunning wildlife images. While it’s important to get the shot right in camera, post-processing allows you to bring out the best in your images and take them to the next level. Here are some tips and tricks…
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The Ultimate Solution for Low Light Photography: Topaz DeNoise
Hey fellow wildlife photographers! As an experienced shutterbug, I know the struggles of trying to capture the perfect shot in the great outdoors. From dealing with harsh lighting conditions to fast-moving subjects, it can be a real challenge to get a clear and noise-free image. That’s where Topaz DeNoise comes in to save the day!…
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From Puddles to Plumage: A wet and wild day at the beach
As a wildlife photographer, I’ve always been drawn to the beauty and wonder of nature. So when I heard about the opportunity to photograph some Ruddy Turnstones, I knew I had to take it. The weather on the day of the trip was far from ideal, with heavy rain and strong winds battering the coast.…
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Photographing Snow Buntings
As a wildlife photographer, I am always on the lookout for new and interesting subjects to photograph. On this particular day, I decided to head to Rossall Beach in Fleetwood to try and capture some images of the elusive snow bunting. Photographing Snow Buntings had been on my list for a while and it was…
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Embracing the Rain: How to Master Wildlife Photography in Poor Weather
Introduction: As wildlife photographers, we often face the challenge of dealing with less-than-ideal weather conditions, especially photographing wildlife in the rain. Rain, in particular, can be a major obstacle, causing us to put away our cameras and wait for clearer skies. But what if we told you that rain can actually be a blessing in…
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Wildlife photography in the winter: tips for capturing stunning images in cold weather
Are you ready to brave the cold and capture some stunning wildlife photos this winter? As a photographer, there’s nothing quite like the thrill of capturing a beautiful image of a wild animal in its natural habitat. But let’s be real, winter can be tough for photographers. The cold weather can be a real challenge,…
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Capturing the Beauty of British Birds
Britain is home to a wide variety of birds, each with its own unique features and habits. From the bright red breast of the robin to the striking blue plumage of the kingfisher, the avian inhabitants of the UK are a constant source of inspiration and delight for photographers. Other popular British birds to photograph…
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How to get started in Wildlife Photography
Wildlife photography can be a rewarding and exciting hobby or career, but it can also be challenging. In this post, we’ll explore some tips on how to get started in wildlife photography, from choosing the right equipment to finding and photographing your subjects. One of the first steps in getting started in wildlife photography is…
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I’ve rebuilt my wildlife hide
I’ve moved and rebuilt my hide. It’s not that long since I built my first wildlife hide and after a short time using it I found some things that could be done better. My thoughts on what could be better are: And here it is, my second version of my wildlife hide. I focused on…
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Wildlife Photography Hide – Update
As we reach the middle of November (2022) we are way into Autumn now, and I’ve been gradually making my wildlife photography hide better. This weekend my main focus has been the feeding stations and improving the perches. By wandering around the area and picking up interesting mossy pieces of wood, I’ve now a collection…
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Building a wildlife hide from scratch
It’s been one of those wet and wild Autumnal weekends so I decided to build a new wildlife hide from scratch and add some new feeding stations. I usually use a popup hide or a ghillie suit but as the weather is going to take a turn for the worse, I decided a permanent hide…
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Composing wildlife photographs – a quick guide
In this short article, we are going to take a look at the best ways of composing wildlife photographs. You’ll have probably heard of all the various rules on how to compose the perfect photograph. Rules such as ‘the rule of thirds‘ and ‘the golden ratio‘ have been widely mentioned throughout the history of image-making.…
