Category Archives: Wildlife

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Why I Photograph Wildlife + My Best Photos Of 2022

This video is a little different.

I thought I’d share my best images of 2022 in a year-end review video, but I wanted to take it a step further. So, I decided to answer a question I get from time to time: Why do you photograph wildlife?

In the video …

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The (Secret) ISO Technique Every Wildlife Shooter Should Know

At one time or another, every wildlife photographer will face a low-light scene with ISOs that are through the roof.

Wanna know how the pros handle it?

In this video, I’ll share some techniques I use in that situation to help get lower ISO shots of my targets. Check it …

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New Nikon 600mm TC – First Look Field Review!

Nikon just released their new 600mm F/4 TC VR S series lens, exclusively for the Nikon Z mount! I was fortunate enough to spend some time with the lens prior to today’s announcement and I can’t wait to share what I’ve discovered!

Nikon invited me to take one of their …

Also posted in Nikon Gear, Reviews
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Nail The Shot: Giraffe Silhouette

I’ve just added a new video to the Nail The Shot series! This time we’ll talk about a giraffe silhouette I captured at sunset and discuss the logistics and settings that went into creating it.

Also, this is in the new, single-image format we tried a few weeks ago. Thank …

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Nikon Z9: Features That Really Crank Up The Keeper Rate!

One question I’m constantly asked is, “How are you using your Z9 in the field for wildlife work?”

This video answers that question. 🙂

I was originally going to do “just another Z9 review,” but the truth is I think at this point a video that talks about how the …

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The Ultimate Nikon Z9 Setup And Usage Guide For Wildlife Photography

My Nikon Z9 setup and shooting guide for wildlife photography is finally finished! This has to be my most requested book of all time!

If you’re ready for the BEST Z9 Setup for wildlife photography – and the best way to use the Z9 in the field – then you’re …

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Nail The Shot: Dancing Reddish Egret

OK, I’m going to try something new today.

In the past, I’ve published “Nail The Shot” videos with eight photos and covered the field techniques for each. I really like this kind of video because it demonstrates the practical application rather than just theory. However, I think the old format …

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Top Ten Traits Of Great Wildlife Photographers

How many of the top ten do you have?

Over the decades, I’ve watched, learned from, and shot with countless fantastic wildlife photographers. In that time, I’ve compiled a list of the top ten traits I see from the best shooters and I want to share it with you. These …

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Sony A1 AF Setup Guide

I’ve had tons of people asking for my Sony a1 wildlife photography setup – and it’s finally here!

In this video, I’ll show you, step-by-step, how I set the Sony A1 AF menus and talk about how I leverage each adjustment in the field. In addition, I’ll also share my …

Also posted in Sony Gear, Techniques, Using Your Gear
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How To Nail The Shot: Tanzania Edition

And now for something a little different 🙂

Sometimes I think one of the best ways to get better at wildlife photography is to study how other photographers approach their shots. You know, what settings they use, why they use them, what they are thinking in the field – that …

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