Information regarding Wildlife Photography with tutorials, examples, and locations

December 20, 2025December 20, 2025

Looking vs. Seeing in Wildlife Photography: Mastering Technical Skills and Creative Vision

We look with our eyes, but see with our souls. Wildlife photography is a discipline that often divides itself into two distinct yet intertwining domains: the technical and the creative, looking and seeing. Both are essential for producing images that resonate, but their paths to mastery offer very different challenges and rewards. Looking can be practiced through repetition and measurement; seeing can only be cultivated through awareness and connection. This article explores these two facets in depth, illustrating how understanding their synergy can transform your wildlife images from simple records into true works of art.

Wildlife photography is a discipline that often divides itself into two distinct yet intertwining domains: the technical and the creative.

November 20, 2025November 22, 2025

Complete Nikon Z9 Wildlife Photography Setup Guide: Best AF, Custom Buttons, and Exposure Settings for Sharp, Dynamic Shots

When I first decided to take the plunge and switch to a mirrorless camera for my wildlife photography, I was a bit hesitant. I had been completely satisfied with my Nikon D500 and thought it was one of the best wildlife cameras I had ever owned. The thought of relearning a new camera gave me some pause. After purchasing and using my Nikon Z9, I realized very quickly that this camera was either going to be an unruly beast or a tireless companion, depending entirely on how I set it up. Over time, I realized the difference between missed opportunities and photographs worth framing, time and time again, came down to just how intuitive I could make my use of the Z9 in the field.

There’s no such thing as a perfect recipe, but after hours of trying different settings and configurations, one tried-and-true combination has evolved for me.

October 25, 2025October 25, 2025

Capturing Nature’s Palette: The Interplay of Light, Color, and Histograms in Wildlife Photography

Wildlife photography is a captivating and challenging genre that requires a deep understanding of the interplay between light, color, and the histogram. As wildlife photographers, we strive to capture the beauty and essence of the natural world. In this blog post, we will explore the relationship between light, color, and the histogram, and how this understanding can enhance our ability to create stunning wildlife photographs.

September 21, 2025September 21, 2025

Getting Close, Fieldcraft vs. Telephoto Lenses: What’s Best for Wildlife Photography Success?

In the heart of the wilderness lies a captivating realm awaiting the discerning eye of the wildlife photographer. Every rustle of leaves, each fleeting glimpse of an elusive creature, presents an opportunity to immortalize the beauty of the wildlife. In the pursuit of these moments, photographers are presented with a compelling choice: should they immerse themselves in the art of field craft, stealthily navigating the terrain to get up close and personal, or should they rely on the extended reach of a powerful telephoto lens, capturing the essence of wildlife from a respectful distance? In this blog, we embark on a journey to compare and contrast the benefits of these two distinct yet intertwined approaches – the intimate finesse of fieldcraft and the amplified vision of increased focal lengths – both vying for supremacy in the captivating realm of wildlife photography.

**Being physically close to the subject allows you to capture intricate details**

August 15, 2025August 19, 2025

Lightroom Finishing Touches: A Beginners Guide To Perfecting Your Wildlife Images

When it comes to wildlife photography, capturing the perfect moment in the field is just the beginning. These finishing touches applied in post-processing can elevate your images from good to extraordinary. In this final article in the Lightroom series, we’ll explore several crucial aspects of refining your wildlife photos, including lens corrections and transform tools, and using the Effects panel to add mood.

The finishing touches applied in post-processing can elevate your images.

July 27, 2025July 27, 2025

Advanced Editing Techniques in Lightroom for Beginning Wildlife Photographers

Wildlife photography often requires advanced editing techniques to truly bring out the beauty and detail of animal subjects. In this article, we’ll explore three powerful tools in Adobe Lightroom that can elevate your wildlife images: the Tone Curve, HSL adjustments, and sharpening and noise reduction techniques.

June 21, 2025June 21, 2025

Ultimate Guide to Bird Photography in Port Aransas, Texas: Fabulous Photography Spots, Stunning Stays, and Local Eats

A Wildlife Bird Photography Adventure to Port Aransas, Texas

As an amateur wildlife photographer from Texas, as well as a father of a large family, I’m always searching for destinations that let me indulge my passion for bird photography while also serving as ideal family vacation spots. Port Aransas is one of those rare gems—a vibrant coastal town where I can capture a myriad of fascinating wildlife subjects against a stunning Gulf backdrop, all while my family enjoys sun-soaked days on the beach and delicious local cuisine. It’s the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, making every trip both a photographic journey and a memorable family getaway.

May 30, 2025May 30, 2025

Lightroom, Color and Black & White: Enhancing Wildlife Photography for beginners

Color Grading Your Wildlife Photos for Impact

Color grading is a crucial step in wildlife photography post-processing that can transform a good photo into a stunning piece of art. When done effectively, it enhances the mood, atmosphere, and overall impact of your images, making them stand out in your portfolio.

May 15, 2025May 15, 2025

Lightroom Local Adjustments: Enhancing Wildlife Subjects for Beginning Wildlife Photographers

When it comes to wildlife photography, local adjustments in Adobe Lightroom are essential for bringing out the best in your images. These targeted edits allow you to enhance specific areas of your photos without affecting the entire image. In this article, we’ll explore three powerful local adjustment techniques: masking, the Adjustment Brush, and Graduated and Radial Filters.

Targeted edits allow you to enhance specific areas of your photos.

April 12, 2025April 13, 2025

The Lightroom Develop Module, Basic Adjustments for Enhancing Wildlife Photos in Lightroom

Understanding the Develop Module Interface for Wildlife Photos

The Develop Module in Adobe Lightroom is a powerful tool for wildlife photographers, offering a comprehensive set of features to enhance and refine their images. When you enter the Develop Module, you’ll find a user-friendly interface designed to streamline your editing workflow.

On the left side of the interface, you’ll find your image preview and the Navigator panel, which allows you to zoom and pan around your photo. Below that, you’ll see the Presets panel, where you can save and apply custom editing presets to quickly achieve consistent looks across your wildlife images.

The right side of the interface is where most of the editing magic happens. Here, you’ll find a series of panels containing various adjustment tools: