TOP 10 Wildlife Photography Shortcuts Pros Use For Amazing Photos
Do you want to capture better wildlife photos every time you're out? This video shows you the shortcuts I use in the field to come back with a card full…
Emergency Action Button: The Secret Weapon for Wildlife & Bird Photography
Are you tired of missing action shots? You know how it goes - you’re photographing a static subject, using an appropriate shutter speed, F/stop, AF area, etc., when suddenly a…
What’s In My Bag? Galápagos Edition!
Dreaming of a trip to the Galápagos Islands? I just got back from nearly a month there, and I can't wait to share what I learned! In some cases, I blew…
What’s The Best Bird-in-Flight Wing Position?
This is a modified excerpt from my book, Secrets to Stunning Bird-In-Flight Photography. Wing position: a topic with decidedly diversified preferences among BIF photographers, especially when you consider what you…
Free Book: Secrets To Spotting And Approaching Wildlife
Do you know that one of my most common questions has absolutely nothing to do with photography? I get something like this all the time: "Hey Steve, all this photography…
Why Expose to the Right (ETTR) Isn’t (usually) The Way To Go!
In this video, I'm taking a deep dive into ETTR (Expose to the Right) and exposing the real truth behind this once-popular technique. 📸 I know, many photographers still swear…
Are You Wasting Time And Missing Shots?
I think one of the more difficult things we do as wildlife photographers is choosing which subject to photograph and which to pass by. When you discover a potential subject,…
Low ISO VS. High ISO + Denoise: WARNING: You NEED To See This Before Your Next Shoot!
In this video, I challenge the statement, "I don't need to worry about high ISO, I have denoise software!" To what extent is that true? When do you start losing…
Master Nikon AF Handoffs on Z8, Z9, and Z6iii for Jaw-Dropping Action Shots!
In this video, we’re diving deep into AF Handoffs with the Nikon Z8, Z9, and Z6iii—and this concept will likely apply to future Nikon mirrorless models too. There's a ton…
The BIGGEST Mistake Photographers Make with F/2.8 Lenses (Mind-Blowing!)
Think your F/2.8 lens is always the best choice for wildlife photography? Think again. In my latest video, I’m uncovering common mistakes many photographers make when reaching for that fast…
4 New Z6iii Setup Videos!
I just dropped FOUR new Z6iii setup videos especially for wildlife and bird photographers! (Although, I have a feeling they'll help anyone get a start on setting up their new…
Nikon Z6iii: The Story Behind The Photos (and a goldmine of field techniques
In my last video, we covered a complete first-look review of the new Nikon Z6iii for wildlife and bird photography. In this video, we'll examine how I leveraged the Z6iii in…
11 Pro Secrets To Supercharge Your Wildlife Photography
Psst -wanna know a secret for better wildlife and bird photos? How about 11 of 'em? So, this video is a little different. I've been sharing reels on Instagram and…
What’s In My Bag? Africa, 2024
It's time for a NEW "What's In My Bag, Africa Edition!" Video! This is the 2024 version so you can see what I currently bring to Africa - and why!…
Nikon Z8 & Z9 Game Changing AF Update: Cycle AF Areas
You gotta try the new GAME CHANGING AF option in the Nikon Z8 and Z9! This new feature was introduced with Nikon Z8 firmware 2.0 and Nikon Z9 firmware 5.0…
Nikon Z8 & Z9: BEST Bird-In-Flight AF Settings
Looking for the best bird-in-flight (BIF) autofocus settings for your Nikon Z8 or Z9? Don't worry, you know I got your back! In this video, we'll cover all the best…
Wildlife Photography Power Move: The Magic of Proper Camera Height
The techniques in this video revolutionized my wildlife photography! Seriously. Every now and then, we encounter a technique that catapults our photography to the next level and changes how we shoot…
Back Button AF With Mirrorless AM I CRAZY?
Once upon a time, when DSLRs roamed the land, Back Button AF was the automatic go-to for many - even most - photographers. However, with mirrorless taking over at a…
6 Wildlife Photography Mistakes EVERYONE Makes! (OK, almost everyone!)
Are you blowing it? Over the years, I've witnessed (and committed) my fair share of wildlife photography mistakes and there are six of them that I see over and over.…
Pro Secrets For AMAZING RESULTS with Nikon VR, Sony Steady Shot, and Canon IS!
Quick - do you know the answer to these questions? Can you use VR / Stabilization with a tripod or monopod? Can you use VR / Stabilization at every shutter…