It's one of most common recommendations offered to aspiring wildlife photographers...."Get low, below the subject's eye level or even lower if possible". This has given rise to the common sight of a vehicle-full of people descending the side-steps and throwing themselves on the ground with [...]
It's question that I am regularly asked: "Why is my image soft?". It's actually a good question, as it opens up a discussion about factors that affect how clear and sharp the details of your subject are in your final image. But before addressing the [...]
I must say it's a relief! Much as I value the rains as a time of regeneration (and for great birding opportunities) a day comes when the air is drier, and the breeze is fresh, and I celebrate! Not only am I happy to be [...]
The arrival of digital camera technology has put photo manipulation into the hands of every computer owner. Previously, only darkroom experts had the ability to control the output. Now that we all have this power, what level of 'adjustment' is ethical, and what is cheating?! [...]
The South Luangwa National Park proudly boasts a bird list totalling more than 450 species. This is certainly impressive, but perhaps more relevant is the incredible fact that it’s possible to see more than 100 species in a day! As a destination for birders, it [...]
Number 5: Giraffes along Luangwa Canon EOS 1D Mark 3, 70-200mm f2.8 lens at f5.6, ISO 200, 1/2500sec, EV 0 and Evaluative metering. For me, a photo is a winner when it shows wildlife in its environment and captures some beauty of composition at the [...]
The rainy season is full of life: baby impalas, colourful birds and fat, healthy-looking antelopes. But there are other types of life that aren't so attractive: bugs, an explosion in the numbers of scorpions and centipedes.....and some very frustrating bird songs! It seems churlish to [...]
Through the Lens: My Favourite 5......Landscapes. Number 5: Flooded Dambo Canon EOS 1D Mk 4, 24-105mm f4 lens at f4, ISO 320, 1/1600sec, EV 0 and Evaluative metering. Landscapes are a much more difficult technique than portraits of animals and birds, in my opinion. How [...]
Wow, it's beautiful out there! The bush is in its most fantastic period of the rains. The grass is long and straight, making gorgeous patterns and the greenery has dulled slightly from the lurid hue that dominated back in December. Everything is full of life; [...]
I am going to add some details about the settings used to take the shot and why I chose them. I hope it's interesting - please feel free to Share! So here goes.... Number 5: Backlit White-fronted Bee-eater Canon EOS 7D, 300mm f4 lens at [...]
