Wildlife and Adventure Photography
Wildlife and Adventure Photography is a podcast for those who believe the best images are earned, not taken. Through field-tested insight and thoughtful reflection, each episode explores how preparation, patience, and creative awareness come together to produce photographs with lasting impact.
Episodes
In this episode, we break down the real secrets to choosing the right camera gear for wildlife photography. From camera bodies and autofocus to lenses, reach, and essential accessories, you’ll learn what actually matters in the field—and what doesn’t.
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to upgrade, this episode will help you make smarter gear decisions based on your environment, subjects, and shooting style. Stop ...
Most wildlife photographers think better gear will fix their photos… but it won’t.
In this episode, you’ll learn the 3 skills that actually transform wildlife photography:
field decision-making, light mastery, and a simple system for consistent improvement.
If you want sharper images, better compositions, and more keeper shots—this is where it starts.
In this episode:
- How to stop missing great shots in the fie...
Why do so many wildlife photographs feel random?
A bird appears, you lift the camera, take the shot… and the moment is gone. Later, the photo feels more like a snapshot than something intentional.
In this episode, we explore why that happens — and how a small shift in approach can dramatically improve your wildlife photography.
You’ll discover how observation, patience, and a simple intention can transform the way you ...
Have you ever packed for a wildlife photography outing and felt slightly overwhelmed before you even left the house?
In this episode, we simplify the process.
Preparation should create calm — not stress. And yet many photographers overthink wildlife shoots, worrying about settings, gear, missing the moment, or not knowing enough. The result? Mental clutter before you’ve even taken your first photograph.
Wildlife photog...
Many people think wildlife photography starts on safari… or in Africa… or in a national park. It doesn’t. It starts in your backyard.
You can develop all the vital skills you need for great wildlife photography before you leave home. Here's how...
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Great photographs are built through a sequence of decisions. Structure, rules, and techniques only matter insofar as they serve intent.
In this final part, we look at how to put everything together and create compelling images.
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Strong photographs lead the viewer. Composition is about directing visual movement.
In part 3, we look at what draws the eye and how we can use that information to construct photographs that fully engage the viewer.
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Most compositions fail because multiple visual messages compete. This episode teaches diagnosis first, then simplification with intent.
In part two, we'll look at how you can take photographs that are fine, technically, but just don't work.
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Two people can stand in the same place, at the same time, and come away with completely different photographs. Why?
This four-part series examines how observation drives composition and how you can construct photographs designed to elicit a specific response in the viewer.
In this first part, we examine the importance of observation.
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In this second podcast, I run through 7 more mistakes it's easy to make:
1. Shooting in Auto Mode
Shooting in Auto severely limits your creative options.
2. Not checking settings
It’s easy to forget to check settings in the heat of the moment. Stay on top of your settings, especially when conditions are changing quickly.
3. Housekeeping
Keep your camera equipment cleaned and properly stored. Mould in lenses will not...
We all make mistakes, and this week I run through 6 common mistakes photographers make and talk through how to handle them:
1. Poor Composition
Centred subject: Placing the subject in the centre of the image. Try the rule of thirds as a way of creating a more interesting image.
Cluttered backgrounds: Distracting elements in the background take attention away from the subject. Be a ‘Visual Storyteller’ and look at the w...
For over 40 years, Steve Gettle has dedicated his life to capturing the stunning beauty of nature through his lens. With countless hours spent photographing wildlife and the breathtaking landscapes that surround us, Steve’s work radiates his deep love for the natural world. His vibrant images invite viewers to appreciate the wonders of wildlife and wild places like never before.
Last week, we looked at what happens when there is a failure of perception. This week, we look at the opposite problem: when the camera tells you exactly what to do, but the result is incorrectly exposed.
Are you asking the right question?
This is the final part of the three-podcast series looking at exposure issues.
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In part two of this exploration of exposure, we look at situations where everything looks great, but when you look at the image in the camera, it is nothing like what you saw.
We’ll look at why this happens and what you can do about it.
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Have you ever had a situation where a shot looks good, but when you check the photo, the exposure is off? Well, I’m sure we’ve often experienced it, and it’s one of those mistakes you only make once. Except… you don’t.
I had a similar situation recently. Nothing went wrong… except I forgot one thing. This is how our cameras work.
Getting the correct exposure is one of the most important aspects of photography. You hav...
Most people think wildlife photography is about having the longest lens and the most expensive camera. But the truth is, some of the biggest mistakes happen after you’ve been doing this for years. Today I’m breaking down seven wildlife photography mistakes even experienced photographers still make — and how to fix them.
- Chasing Gear Instead of Mastering Technique
- Ignoring Animal Behaviour Patterns
- Poor Ethics and D...
Perfectly exposed images can appear to be soft or out of focus. There are two contributing factors that play a part in this:
How our eyes and brain perceive sharpness
The role of contrast in the image.
It’s important to remember that RAW files are not photographs. And that the JPG we see on the back of the camera has already gone through a process that includes sharpening.
In this podcast, I’ll talk through these proces...
In this episode, I'll look at four scenarios that are likely to throw off your AF system:
- Low Light or Low Contrast Conditions
- Wrong AF Area Mode for the Situation
- Fast or Unpredictable Movement
- Extremely Shallow Depth of Field
I'll talk you through different AF systems and what you can do to get the best results from each scenario.
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One of my pet hates is people coming up to me and saying something along the lines of “that’s a great picture, you must have a really good camera”. To me, it’s a little like someone going up to Shakespeare and saying, “That was a great play, you must have a really good quill”!
Cameras are tools, and the fact is that if you are taking boring pictures now and you buy an expensive camera without changing anything else, ...
Are you tired of feeling stuck following endless photography rules, resulting in images that just… exist? What if I told you there's a way to unlock a deeper, more intuitive connection with your camera, allowing you to capture photographs that truly speak to the soul? In this podcast we’ll look at how you can move beyond rigid guidelines and embracing the organic flow of visual storytelling.
We will look at:
The ...
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