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 the first episode, we explored why so many wildlife photos feel random and inconsistent. But once you stop reacting and start shooting intentionally, a new challenge appears: how do you make strong decisions quickly in the field?
In this episode, we look at a simple field process that helps reduce chaos and improve clarity when everything is happening at once. Instead of trying to manage every variable simultaneou...
Most wildlife photographers think inconsistent photos come from bad luck, missed focus, or not having the right gear. But often the real problem is much simpler: shooting without a clear intention.
In this episode, we explore why so many wildlife photos feel random — even when the technical settings are correct — and the mindset shift that changes everything. Instead of reacting to every wildlife encounter and hoping...
Struggling with wildlife photos that look flat, washed out, or just not how you remember the moment? In this episode, we break down one of the most misunderstood tools in photography—exposure compensation—and show you how to use it with intention in the field.
Rather than treating exposure as a technical setting, you’ll learn how to use it as part of your creative process—helping you control light, shape your subject...
Step inside the real creative process behind photography—beyond inspiration, beyond perfect conditions.
In this episode, we explore how ideas actually take shape across four distinct genres: wildlife, portrait, street, and landscape photography. From waiting on unpredictable moments in the wild to building connection in portraiture, from observing fleeting street scenes to returning to the same landscape in search of...
Are you struggling to find inspiration or define your photography style? In this episode, we break down how to consistently spark new ideas and turn them into a visual identity that feels authentic to you.
You’ll learn why inspiration isn’t something you wait for, but something you actively build through what you see, shoot, and study. We also explore how limitations can boost creativity, why shooting without pressur...
In this episode, I break down the balancing act at the heart of wildlife photography: ISO, shutter speed, and aperture. How high should you push your ISO?
I talk about the trade-off between freezing action with faster shutter speeds and keeping noise under control—and why a sharp, slightly noisy image often beats a blurry one.
I also highlight how aperture isn’t just about exposure, but a creative tool for isolating ...
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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