Wildlife Photography Blog

Barn Owl – How I got the photograph

Welcome to my blog post about how I managed to capture the perfect shot of a Barn Owl! It was March 1st 2022, and I was on my local moors in Darwen, Lancashire. The weekend before, I had seen a Barn Owl while hiking and had a gut feeling that it was hunting daily at…
Bearded Reedling – How I got the photograph

I had always wanted to photograph the elusive Bearded Reedling, also known as the Bearded Tit. They are small, elusive birds that are not often seen in the UK. In October, they start to show themselves a little more frequently and I decided it was time to tick them off my photography lifer list. After…
Tawny Owl – How I got the photograph

As a wildlife photographer, I’ve set myself the goal of photographing all five of the native UK owls. So far, I’ve been lucky enough to snap the Barn Owl and the Little Owl, but I knew that the Tawny Owl was going to be the hardest. These strictly nocturnal birds can be quite sedentary, and…
Kingfisher – How I got the photograph

The kingfisher is one of the most elusive and sought-after birds for wildlife photographers. I have spent countless hours searching for them, traveling far and wide to find the perfect spot to capture their beauty on camera. I’ve even waded out into the river Ribble to get close to kingfishers, hoping for the perfect shot.…
Wheatear – How I got the photograph

Have you ever sat quietly in nature waiting for the perfect shot? That’s what I did last weekend on Jeffrey Hill in Lancashire. My patch birding spot is Jeffrey Hill and Longridge fell, and I went up there to see if the Wheatear were back from their migration. I was lucky enough to capture a…
Little Owl – How I got the photograph

In March, towards the end of winter, I decided to take a day off work and try to photograph one of the UK’s five species of owl. I had been following a birding sightings Facebook page and found out about the little owl. I had never seen one before, so I was excited to add…
Early Morning Wildlife Photography Adventures on Jeffery Hill and Longridge Fell

Welcome to my latest wildlife photography adventure! This time I ventured up to Longridge Fell, Lancashire for some early morning wildlife photography. It was a 7 am start on a Saturday morning, but I’ve gotten into the bad habit of waking up early and struggling to get back to sleep. A slideshow of where I…
Capturing House Sparrows in the Garden: Tips and Tricks for Wildlife Photography

If you’re a wildlife photographer looking for a new subject to photograph, you might be surprised to learn that you don’t have to venture too far from home to find it. In fact, you might find some fascinating subjects right in your own backyard! For me, that subject is photographing sparrows, a small and charming…
The Language of UK Birds: How to Take Better Wildlife Photos and Tweet Like a Pro

Birds are some of the most fascinating creatures on Earth. They have a language all their own, and by listening closely to their songs and calls, you can gain a better understanding of their behaviours and habits. As a wildlife photographer in the UK, learning the secret language of birds has been essential for capturing…
The Early Bird Gets the Weasel: A Wildlife Photography Adventure at Brockholes Nature Reserve

I woke up at the crack of dawn, well before the birds were even stirring, and found myself staring up at the ceiling, counting sheep. But then I had an idea – I could get up and go on a wildlife photography adventure! I had heard rumors of barn owls and stoats in the area,…
Photographing the Charisma of the Black Redstart

If you’re a fan of wildlife photography, you’ll understand the thrill of finding that rare visitor. It’s an addictive hobby that takes you to some of the most beautiful places in the UK, and sometimes, the most unexpected ones too. I recently had a fantastic day photographing a Black Redstart at Knott End on Sea,…
Wonderful Waxwing Wows Wildlife Photographers in Lancashire

Hey there, friends! Let me tell you about my Saturday morning adventure in Lancashire, UK. As a wildlife photographer, I’m always on the lookout for rare and beautiful species to capture on camera. So when I heard about a Waxwing bird sighting in Darcy Lever, I knew I had to get there. I woke up…

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