Since the arrival of digital cameras, photographers have avoided the decision of whether to load colour or black and white (B&W) film into his or her camera when setting out for a shoot. Digital cameras allow us to switch with ease between full colour and [...]
Allan and Raelene joined me on safari in September as part of a long trip through various safari destinations in East and Southern Africa. Allan was - by his own admission - new to photography, but took on board any advice that was offered and [...]
I have taken Steve Segall on safari twice in the last 3 years. He prioritises photography right up alongside great sightings and a classic safari experience so is a pleasure to have on any trip. He's just as happy sitting watching mongooses foraging in the [...]
We've all heard the clattering sound of an excited photographer filling his memory cards during a wildlife sighting. There are often grunts of irritation or amusement from safari-goers in nearby vehicles who wonder why he needs so many photos of a sleeping lioness! But, setting [...]
As we reach the end of 2016, it's clear that the world has changed dramatically in the last 12 months. Some of it for the better (increasing elephant numbers in countries where they have traditionally declined, thousands of refugees accepted into Europe), some for the [...]
Near one of the finest game-viewing areas in the whole Valley - a place we call Luangwa Wafwa - there is a forest of leadwood trees, many of which have been standing for several hundred years. There is something ancient and beautiful about this particular [...]
Wil Vermeesch joined me on a long safari in August 2016. We enjoyed some magic sightings and he has put together this beautiful video of the trip. Settle down with a cup of tea and enjoy.....
Some of the finest photos of wildlife that appear in exhibitions and on the web are a case of “right place, right time”. However, catching that magic moment is not all about luck and I am sure the photographers who put their names to those [...]
Some time back, I wrote an extensive blog about What constitutes ethical post-processing. I thought I would follow up with a blog that addresses some of most commonly-made post-processing mistakes....and how to avoid them. 1. Start with the White Balance You might have seen images [...]
It feels like a long time ago - and I guess it was - but I won't quickly forget the week I spent with Sharon, Denise and Dru at Norman Carr Safaris' Luwi and Nsolo camps. Quite apart from beautiful surroundings in the camps, it [...]
