Animals don’t pose, the lighting rarely cooperates, and yet somehow, magic (and mild chaos) still happens. From elegant swans, to smug turtles, every photo is a mix of patience, and timing.
This is a place to share what I’ve learned along the way: gear tips, tricks, editing, and how to supercharge your progress. Whether you’re brand new to wildlife photography or looking to up your game, you’ll find guides, behind-the-scenes stories, and maybe even a few cautionary tales involving overly curious raccoons.
GalleriesA lot of what I’ve learned in wildlife photography has come the hard way: missed shots, bad settings, fogged-up lenses, and more than a few “what was I thinking?” moments. I don’t pretend to have it all figured out, but I do believe that sharing those mistakes can help others avoid the same frustrations. Whether it’s using the wrong gear, misreading animal behavior, or realizing too late that your kayak is drifting into a beaver’s personal space, I’ve been there.
FollowThere are few things better in life than a thoughtful gift, especially when that gift involves fur, feathers, and 12,000 photos to sort through afterward. My delightfully wonderful girlfriend, who clearly knows my weaknesses (and how to keep me busy editing for weeks), surprised me with a photo tour at Aspen Wildlife Sanctuary in Ontario. And let me tell you, it was the perfect mix of heartwarming, hilarious, and humbling.
Traveling with a big group is like trying to herd caffeinated squirrels across a windy cliff. Everyone’s excited, no one adheres to a schedule, and someone is always yelling something about having to go pee. Add the rugged beauty of Nova Scotia to that mix and you’ve got a trip that’s equal parts breathtaking and chaotic.
Once upon a time, I dreamed of owning a big exotic wildlife lens. You know, the kind, those mythical f/4 or 2.8 bazookas that nature photographers cradle like precious babies while crawling through swamps at dawn. The problem? They cost more than a used car. A nice used car. I had mentally filed those lenses under “Things I Will Never Afford,” right between “Beachfront Property” and “Functional Knees After Age 40.”
Wildlife photography is hard. You’re crawling through thorns like a discount Navy SEAL, sneezing your soul out because apparently the woods are 90% pollen, and somehow every animal within a 2-mile radius knows you’re coming.
But then you discover the kayak. The bright yellow, 18-foot-long, floating stealth machine.
If you’re eager to dive deeper into the world of wildlife photography, be sure to explore the articles throughout this site. Whether you’re curious about choosing the right gear, mastering field techniques, editing with AI tools, or just want to read cautionary tales of what not to do when a goose takes interest in your camera bag, there’s something here for every level of photographer.
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