Wildlife and adventure photography Graham

Send us a Text Message.Love them or hate them, tripods are essential for some types of photography. So, are they useful for you?In this tripod I'll give you some tips for buying and using tripods:What type of head best suits your needs?How can you minimise the chances of your tripod falling over?What's a monopod?What options do you have if you use a smartphone?I hope you find it useful.It's time for another podcast... Support the Show.Support the showThank you for listening to my podcast. If ...

Send us a Text Message.Most of us need to apply a little planning before heading off for a wildlife shoot, otherwise our results can be disappointing.So, what are the best questions to ask yourself before you go?They will include:Which animals will I be photographing?What are their habitats like?When are they active?Which behaviours do I hope to photograph?These questions, and more, have a bearing on the available light, how quickly things are likely to happen and how far away you are l...

Send us a Text Message.Camera gear can get very expensive very quickly, so buying used equipment can be a good move. It's especially true if you want to expand your current gear options, or buy professional level gear.This is not an in-depth buying guide, but I wanted to share what I think are the most important considerations.It's time for another podcast... Support the Show.Support the showThank you for listening to my podcast. If you would like to subscribe you can do so here:https://www.b...

Send us a Text Message.In September 2024, I'll be taking part in a 100km trek in Namibia. Organised by EHRA (Elephant-Human Relations Aid), it is a fund raiser to celebrate their 25th year of operation.You can find out more about them on their website.In this podcast, I share where I'm currently at with my preparations, and what my plans are as my departure date approaches.It's time for another podcast... Support the Show.Support the showThank you for listening to my podcast. If you would lik...

Send us a Text Message.Creating sharp photographs is a basic requirement for most photographers. In this podcast I'll go through a few things to consider if you're not getting the results you want, but first of all, there's something to consider.Sharp focus is a tool, rather than an end in itself. Just as exposure and composition contribute to the final result, focus can do the same. Compare it to the headline in an article, or book; it draws you in and, if you're sufficiently interested, you...

Send us a Text Message.This might sound trivial, but... if your photography involves transporting your camera equipment to another location, I have a few suggestions for you.There are lots of bags available, and having the right bag can make the difference between a pleasurable experience, or one that is uncomfortable and frustrating.A few things to consider:Bag designCan it accommodate everything that you will need?Is it flexible?Is it weather-proof?Can you get to what you need when you need...