The Wild Photographer

Court Whelan
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The Wild Photographer is a podcast for wildlife, nature, landscape, and travel photographers who want to make better photos and get more out of photography. Hosted by professional photographer, biologist, expedition leader, and photo guide Court Whelan, PhD, the show combines practical photography advice with lessons learned from photographing wildlife and wild places around the world. Episodes cover wildlife photography techniques, camera settings, lenses and gear, composition, landscape and travel photography, editing, creativity, and fieldcraft, along with conversations with professional photographers and visual storytellers. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, expect approachable advice you can actually use in the field, plus plenty of adventure, curiosity, and enthusiasm for the craft.

  1. 3d ago

    Making Photography Fun (Again?)

    Photography is supposed to be fun. But somewhere along the way, as we get better at it, acquire more gear, learn more techniques, and start expecting more from every photograph, some of that original excitement can fade. In this episode, Court explores how to bring some of that playfulness, curiosity, experimentation, and excitement back into photography. This isn't really an episode about taking technically better photographs. In fact, that's sort of the point. It's about enjoying the process, trying things without worrying whether they'll work, and occasionally giving yourself permission to make some genuinely bad photos along the way. From simplifying your camera kit and creating photo assignments to breaking your own habits, printing photographs, shooting with friends, and sometimes leaving the camera at home altogether, Court shares practical ways to reset your photographic brain and rediscover some of the excitement that probably got you hooked on photography in the first place. In This Episode Simplify your gear. Try heading out with one camera and one lens. Removing choices forces you to work a little harder creatively and spend less time managing equipment.Give yourself a very specific photo assignment. Photograph only shadows, reflections, textures, one color, things in motion, or subjects less than a foot off the ground.Limit yourself to one focal length. Even with a zoom lens, pick something like 35mm and don't touch the zoom ring.Pretend you're shooting film. Give yourself exactly 24 photographs, or tell a complete photo story using only five images.Make photographs you never intend to share. Take Instagram, portfolios, competitions, and other people's opinions completely out of the equation.Break your normal photographic habits. Photograph wildlife wide, landscapes with a telephoto, moving subjects at slow shutter speeds, or scenes at apertures you'd normally avoid.Learn one small new technique. Try focus stacking, panoramas, intentional camera movement, exposure bracketing, astrophotography, macro, or black-and-white photography.Try a completely different genre. Wildlife photographers can photograph architecture. Landscape photographers can try street photography. Travel photographers can spend an hour chasing insects and wildflowers.Stop waiting for perfect conditions. Instead of asking whether the light or weather is "good," ask what kind of photography those conditions make possible.Spend more time with fewer subjects. Pick one tree, flower, bird, landscape, or street corner and photograph it for 15 or 20 minutes. The interesting photographs often start after you've exhausted the obvious ones.Observe wildlife instead of simply collecting photographs of it. Once you've "got the shot," keep watching. Behavior, light, composition, and interactions can change quickly.Print your photographs. Even a simple 4x6, 5x7, or small collection of prints can completely change your relationship with an image.Photograph with other people. Seeing what catches another photographer's eye can reveal compositions and ideas you would have walked right past.Occasionally leave the camera at home. Experience a hike, sunset, wildlife sighting, or beautiful place without constantly evaluating it as a photograph.Remember why you started. Photography becomes a lot more interesting when you start asking "What if?" again.Mentioned in the Episode Court Whelan on YouTube Search "Court Whelan Photography" on YouTube for photography tutorials, editing videos, techniques, and photo-travel content. https://www.youtube.com/@courtwhelan FoxPrint Small Polaroid-style photo prints and other easy ways to turn digital photographs into something physical. https://www.foxprint.com/collections/square-prints Court's Websites Check out my photo portfolio here: shop.courtwhelan.comSign up for my photo and conservation blog at www.courtwhelan.comFollow me on YouTube (@courtwhelan) for more photography tipsView my camera kit and recommended camera gearSponsors and Promo Codes: MPB.com - Buy, Sell, or Trade Camera GearArtStorefronts.com - Mention this podcast for free photo website designBayPhoto.com - 25% off your first order (code: TWP25) ArtHelper.com - a photo community to learn, share and be inspiredArthelper.Ai - Smart tools to promo and showcase your art.LensRentals.com - WildPhoto15 for 15% off

  2. Sep 1

    Talking with Pete Ramsden - Techniques for Photographing in Challenging Conditions, Advice on Light Painting, Capturing the Northern Lights and More

    In this episode of The Wild Photographer, Court sits down with fellow photographer, naturalist and expedition leader Pete Ramsden for a wide-ranging conversation about what it actually takes to make great photographs in some of the more challenging environments on the planet. They start in the rainforests of Borneo, where heat, humidity, and surprisingly low light can be challenging for both photographers and their gear. Pete shares some of the systems he has developed over years of guiding, including using silica gel and dry bags to fight moisture, acclimating cameras before heading outside, keeping lens cloths dry, and taking advantage of modern image stabilization to shoot at shutter speeds that would have seemed impossible not long ago. From there, the conversation moves north to the Arctic, with a deep dive into light painting and northern lights photography, including focusing in near-total darkness, composing around the aurora and experimenting with long exposures. Court and Pete also get into the bigger picture of photography today. What does it mean to actually be "successful" as a photographer? How important is social media? How should photographers approach editing, culling thousands of images and traveling with increasingly complicated camera kits? Pete shares his Lightroom workflow, favorite travel tricks, current Sony setup and the one piece of gear that has become an unexpected game changer in the field. Links & Resources Mentioned Pete Ramsden Pete Ramsden's Nat Hab bio, photography and upcoming tripsNat Hab Borneo Wildlife Photo ExpeditionLight Painting Light Painting BrushesLight Painting Brushes Starter KitsLuminosify Choobs light-painting tubesTravel & Camera Carrying Gear Pelican 1535 Air Carry-On CaseCotton Carrier G3 Camera HarnessPeak Design Capture Camera ClipPete's Camera Gear Sony Alpha 7R VSony Alpha 7 VSony FE 200–600mm f/5.6–6.3 G OSSSony FE 70–200mm f/2.8 GM OSS IISony FE 14mm f/1.8 GMSony 2x TeleconverterSigma 24–70mm f/2.8 DG DN II ArtGear Court Mentions Canon RF100–300mm f/2.8 L IS USMCourt's Websites Check out my photo portfolio here: shop.courtwhelan.comSign up for my photo and conservation blog at www.courtwhelan.comFollow me on YouTube (@courtwhelan) for more photography tipsView my camera kit and recommended camera gearSponsors and Promo Codes: MPB.com - Buy, Sell, or Trade Camera GearArtStorefronts.com - Mention this podcast for free photo website designBayPhoto.com - 25% off your first order (code: TWP25) ArtHelper.com - a photo community to learn, share and be inspiredArthelper.Ai - Smart tools to promo and showcase your art.LensRentals.com - WildPhoto15 for 15% off

  3. Aug 18

    A Deep Dive into Memory Cards: Speed, Maintenance, Formatting and More

    Memory cards might be one of the least exciting things in your camera bag…right up until one fails, or a camera buffer "locks up" in the middle of an incredible wildlife moment, or you find your card simply isn't fast enough. In this episode, Court does a deep dive into how memory cards actually work, what all those increasingly cryptic symbols on the front mean, and—more importantly—how to choose the right card for the way you photograph. The episode covers SD vs. CFexpress, read speed vs. write speed, UHS-I vs. UHS-II, V30/V60/V90 ratings, card capacity, camera buffers, dual-card setups, formatting, backups, field care, and a whole lot more. At the end of the day, the best memory card is the one a photographer almost never has to think about. Court's advice is to choose something that matches the camera and the way it's being used, build a solid backup and formatting routine around it, take care of it in the field, and then get back to worrying about the much more interesting stuff happening on the other side of the lens. A Quick Memory Card Cheat Sheet General photography / landscapes / casual travel: A good-quality SD card is usually plenty. If the camera supports UHS-II, it's worth considering, but there isn't necessarily a need for the fastest card available. Wildlife, birds, and action: Write speed becomes much more important. When shooting large RAW files at 15, 20, or 30+ frames per second, a slow card can become a bottleneck very quickly. High-resolution cameras: The bigger the files and the faster they're being captured, the more card speed matters. Video: Pay particular attention to sustained write speed. This is where V30, V60, and V90 ratings become important. Photographers should always check their camera's requirements for the specific video mode they're using. CFexpress: If a camera supports it and you're routinely shooting large RAW bursts, high-frame-rate wildlife, 4K/8K video, or RAW video, CFexpress can be a major performance upgrade. Capacity: For many still photographers, Court thinks 128GB–256GB is a great sweet spot. High-megapixel wildlife shooters and hybrid photo/video shooters may be happier around 256GB–512GB, while serious video shooters can very quickly find themselves looking at 1TB or more. Court's 10-Point Memory Card Checklist Buy the right card for the camera. Compatibility comes first.Prioritize write speed for shooting and read speed for transferring files.Pay attention to sustained write speed for video. Look at ratings such as V30, V60, and V90 and check what the camera requires.Don't bargain-hunt too aggressively. Buy good cards from reputable brands and trustworthy retailers.Use a real memory-card case. Loose cards rattling around in the bottom of a camera bag are asking for trouble.Have a system for full vs. empty cards. Face-up/face-down, separate cases, labels—whatever works. Just make it obvious.Format cards in the camera only after the photos are safely backed up.Import → Backup → Verify → FormatDon't remove cards while they're being accessed. Give the camera or computer a few seconds to finish its work.Retire suspicious cards. Court's philosophy is simple: if a card starts giving errors, transfer problems, or anything else that makes him nervous, it doesn't come on an important trip.Remember that a memory card is temporary storage—not an archive. Build a proper backup workflow for both the trip and when you get home.Products & Resources Mentioned ProGrade Digital CFexpress Type B + SDXC Dual-Slot Card Reader Court mentions ProGrade readers as a fast and reliable option for working with CFexpress and SD cards. https://shop.progradedigital.com/collections/sd-readers/products/dual-slot-cfexpress-type-b-sdxc-reader SD Association Memory Card Formatter The official SD Association formatting utility mentioned in the episode. https://www.sdcard.org/downloads/formatter/ Memory Card Brands Mentioned Court mentions several established memory-card manufacturers in the episode. He doesn't recommend one specific card model for everyone because the right choice depends heavily on camera compatibility, burst rate, video settings, and card-slot type. SanDisk Memory Cards https://www.sandisk.com/products/memory-cards Sony Memory Cards https://electronics.sony.com/imaging/imaging-accessories/memory-cards-storage Lexar Memory Cards https://americas.lexar.com/product-category/memory-cards/ ProGrade Digital Memory Cards https://shop.progradedigital.com/collections/memory-cards Kingston Memory Cards https://www.kingston.com/en/memory-cards B&H Photo — Memory Cards One of the reputable retailers Court mentions for purchasing cards. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/Memory-Cards/ci/1097/N/4093113320 Court's Websites Check out my photo portfolio here: shop.courtwhelan.comSign up for my photo and conservation blog at www.courtwhelan.comFollow me on YouTube (@courtwhelan) for more photography tipsView my camera kit and recommended camera gearSponsors and Promo Codes: MPB.com - Buy, Sell, or Trade Camera GearArtStorefronts.com - Mention this podcast for free photo website designBayPhoto.com - 25% off your first order (code: TWP25) ArtHelper.com - a photo community to learn, share and be inspiredArthelper.Ai - Smart tools to promo and showcase your art.LensRentals.com - WildPhoto15 for 15% off

  4. Aug 4

    Talking with Shem Compion: Making Memorable Wildlife Photographs on Safari and Beyond

    When it comes to African wildlife photography, Shem Compion has done just about everything. He is an award-winning photographer, naturalist, author, and pioneering hide builder who has spent more than 25 years exploring and photographing the wild landscapes of Africa. He is also a professional photo guide where he helps photographers experience Africa with the timing, access and creative guidance needed to come home with something truly special. In this episode, Shem and I dig into what separates a technically good wildlife photograph from one that stops people in their tracks. For Shem, much of it comes down to combining emotion with narrative. A photograph should make the viewer feel something, but it should also tell us where the animal lives, what it is doing and why that particular moment matters. We also explore the enormous value of photographic guides, the temptation to photograph every animal you encounter on safari and why harsh midday light is rarely your friend. Shem shares the fascinating story behind the underground photography hides at Mashatu Game Reserve, including the new overnight hide that functions almost like a wildlife photography studio, complete with controlled lighting, beds and, crucially, a coffee machine. From there, our conversation expands into visual storytelling, conservation photography, building a lasting body of work and organizing your image library so you can actually find those photographs 15 years from now. Shem also walks us through his current Nikon kit, his relatively light-handed approach to editing and the advice he wishes he could give his younger self: take more photographs, especially of the people, experiences and behind-the-scenes moments that make a journey memorable. Links and Resources Mentioned Learn More About Shem... Shem Images — Shem’s photography, books, portfolio and backgroundShem Images on InstagramC4 Photo Safaris — Shem’s specialist African photography safari companyThe Rift: Scar of Africa — Shem’s long-form photography project documenting Africa’s Great Rift ValleyPurchase The RiftPhotography Hides and Safari Experiences PhotoMashatu — Photographic experiences at Mashatu Game ReserveMashatu’s Underground and Overnight Hides — Information about the ground-level Matebole Hide and Lala Limpopo Sleep-Out HideC4 Photo Safaris at MashatuConservation Photography Wildscreen ARK — Wildscreen’s nature education and visual storytelling platformThe ARKive Legacy — The original conservation image library referenced during the conversation. ARKive went offline in 2019, but its collection of more than 100,000 wildlife images and videos remains preserved by Wildscreen.Photo Books, Organization and Editing Shutterfly Photo Books — One option for turning a personal photography project into a printed bookAdobe Lightroom and PhotoshopPhoto Mechanic — Photo-management software mentioned while discussing digital asset workflowsNik Collection and Silver Efex — The black-and-white editing software Shem uses for selected fine-art imagesShem’s Primary Camera Kit Nikon Z8NIKKOR Z 180–600mm f/5.6–6.3 VRNIKKOR Z 24–120mm f/4 SNIKKOR Z 70–180mm f/2.8Court's Websites Check out my photo portfolio here: shop.courtwhelan.comSign up for my photo and conservation blog at www.courtwhelan.comFollow me on YouTube (@courtwhelan) for more photography tipsView my camera kit and recommended camera gearSponsors and Promo Codes: MPB.com - Buy, Sell, or Trade Camera GearArtStorefronts.com - Mention this podcast for free photo website designBayPhoto.com - 25% off your first order (code: TWP25) ArtHelper.com - a photo community to learn, share and be inspiredArthelper.Ai - Smart tools to promo and showcase your art.LensRentals.com - WildPhoto15 for 15% off

  5. Jul 28

    Snapshot Episode: A Quick Guide to Ultra-Wide Angle Lenses

    Ultra-wide angle lenses may not take the majority of the photographs on a typical trip, but the images they produce can be some of the most immersive, useful and memorable. They are fantastic for astrophotography, Northern Lights, travel assignments, interiors and those experiential photographs that place the viewer right in the middle of the action. In this episode, Court explores what qualifies as an ultra-wide angle lens, how crop-sensor conversions affect focal length, and why wider is not always better. He also compares prime and zoom lenses, explains the tradeoff between maximum aperture and field of view, and shares why approximately 20mm has become his personal sweet spot for many nighttime and travel-photography situations. Court's Websites Check out my photo portfolio here: shop.courtwhelan.comSign up for my photo and conservation blog at www.courtwhelan.comFollow me on YouTube (@courtwhelan) for more photography tipsView my camera kit and recommended camera gearSponsors and Promo Codes: MPB.com - Buy, Sell, or Trade Camera GearArtStorefronts.com - Mention this podcast for free photo website designBayPhoto.com - 25% off your first order (code: TWP25) ArtHelper.com - a photo community to learn, share and be inspiredArthelper.Ai - Smart tools to promo and showcase your art.LensRentals.com - WildPhoto15 for 15% off

  6. Jul 20

    All About Camera Sensors: Understand them and Improve your Photography

    In this episode of The Wild Photographer, Court takes a deep dive into one of the most important but often misunderstood parts of your camera: the digital sensor. While camera sensors can sound technical at first, understanding how they work has a very real impact on the photos you make in the field. From ISO and noise to dynamic range, RAW files, megapixels, sensor size, rolling shutter, and even sensor dust, this episode breaks down the core concepts with practical advice in a photographer-friendly way. Court explains the sensor as a light-gathering tool—the digital equivalent of film—and uses the helpful analogy of tiny “light buckets” to explain exposure, blown highlights, low-light performance, and why getting more real light to your sensor is often the key to better image quality. Whether you’re photographing a jaguar at dusk, a polar bear on snow, birds in flight, or a sunrise landscape, understanding your sensor helps you make better decisions in the field. This episode is all about turning the technical side of photography into practical knowledge you can actually use. Expect to Learn: What a digital camera sensor actually doesThe difference between photosites and pixelsWhy high ISO creates noise—and why ISO is not the enemyHow sensor size affects low-light performance and dynamic rangeWhen more megapixels help, and when they can create trade-offsWhy protecting highlights matters so much in digital photographyHow RAW files preserve more of what your sensor capturesHow cameras interpret colorWhy a properly exposed high ISO image can beat an underexposed low ISO imageWhat ISO invariance and dual gain sensors mean in practical termsWhen to use mechanical vs. electronic shutterHow rolling shutter can affect wildlife and action photographyWhat BSI and stacked sensors mean for modern camera performanceWhy phone cameras are impressive—but still different from larger-sensor camerasHow to prevent and manage sensor dust in the fieldKey Takeaways: Your camera sensor is not just a spec on a camera brochure. It is the heart of your digital camera and the thing that determines how your camera receives light. Once you understand how your sensor works, you can expose more intentionally, choose ISO more confidently, protect important highlights, shoot RAW when quality matters, and make better creative decisions in the field. Court's Websites Check out my photo portfolio here: shop.courtwhelan.comSign up for my photo and conservation blog at www.courtwhelan.comFollow me on YouTube (@courtwhelan) for more photography tipsView my camera kit and recommended camera gearSponsors and Promo Codes: MPB.com - Buy, Sell, or Trade Camera GearArtStorefronts.com - Mention this podcast for free photo website designBayPhoto.com - 25% off your first order (code: TWP25) ArtHelper.com - a photo community to learn, share and be inspiredArthelper.Ai - Smart tools to promo and showcase your art.LensRentals.com - WildPhoto15 for 15% off

  7. Jul 14

    UV Filters Explained: Worth It, Overrated, or Essential Lens Protection?

    UV filters are one of those deceptively simple pieces of camera gear that somehow manage to spark wildly passionate opinions. Some photographers swear by them. Others won’t let them anywhere near their expensive glass. And somewhere in the middle are a whole lot of people wondering, “Wait… do I actually need one of these things?” In this episode of The Wild Photographer, we’re taking a practical, field-tested look at UV filters: what they are, why they exist, why they mattered more in the film era, and why many photographers still use them today even though digital cameras don’t really need UV filtration in the same way. The big shift is this: for most modern photographers, UV filters are no longer about filtering UV light. They’re about protection. A good UV filter acts like a clear, protective layer in front of your lens. It can help shield your front element from scratches, smudges, dust, rain, mud, salt spray, and the occasional “oops, that branch was closer than I thought” moment. And for photographers who travel, guide, shoot in rough conditions, or frequently clean their gear in the field, that extra layer can provide a lot of peace of mind. But there are trade-offs. Cheap filters can potentially degrade image quality, stacking filters can cause issues like vignetting or optical weirdness, and if you’re using extremely high-end prime lenses, there’s a very reasonable argument that you may not want to place a lower-quality piece of glass in front of a truly elite lens. So this episode is less about declaring UV filters “good” or “bad,” and more about understanding when they make sense, when they don’t, and how to shop for one if you decide to use them. UV Filter Product Links Mentioned Here are the UV filter brands and shopping resources mentioned in the episode: PolarPro QuartzLine UV Filters — a higher-end UV filter option with quartz glass, anti-reflection coatings, scratch protection, and no exposure adjustment needed.Hoya UV Filters at B&H Photo — Hoya offers a wide range of UV and protective filters, including multi-coated and higher-end HD options.Hoya HD3 UV Filter — a premium Hoya UV filter with nano multicoating, scratch resistance, water and oil repellency, and no exposure change.B+W UV-Haze MRC MASTER Filter — a high-quality UV protection filter with MRC nano coating and low reflective qualities.B+W Clear Protection Filter — a clear protective filter option designed to protect against dust, fingerprints, splashing water, and other field hazards.B&H Photo Protective and UV Filters — a useful place to compare UV, haze, and protective filters by size, brand, price, and coating type.Lensrentals — a place where photographers can research or rent gear, including filters depending on availability.Final Takeaway UV filters are not magic. They will not transform your photos, make your colors explode, or really much of anything when it comes to look. But a good UV filter can protect your lens, make cleaning easier, reduce stress in rugged field conditions, and help preserve resale value. For most lenses, especially everyday travel, wildlife, and landscape lenses, I think they’re a very smart investment. The key is to buy a good one. Look for reputable brands, multi-coated glass, and a price point that matches the quality of the lens you’re protecting. And when you’re stacking filters, working with ultra-premium glass, or chasing the absolute highest optical quality possible, that may be the time to take the UV filter off and let the lens do its thing. Court's Websites Check out my photo portfolio here: shop.courtwhelan.comSign up for my photo and conservation blog at www.courtwhelan.comFollow me on YouTube (@courtwhelan) for more photography tipsView my camera kit and recommended camera gearSponsors and Promo Codes: MPB.com - Buy, Sell, or Trade Camera GearArtStorefronts.com - Mention this podcast for free photo website designBayPhoto.com - 25% off your first order (code: TWP25) ArtHelper.com - a photo community to learn, share and be inspiredArthelper.Ai - Smart tools to promo and showcase your art.LensRentals.com - WildPhoto15 for 15% off

  8. Jul 7

    Wildlife Photography 102 and 103: Advanced Methods for Pro-Level Results

    There’s a big difference between taking a photo of wildlife and making a wildlife photograph. That’s really the heart of this episode. In Wildlife Photography 102 and 103, we move beyond the basics and into the field-tested techniques that help transform a good wildlife sighting into a more captivating, artful, professional-looking image. This isn’t about needing the fanciest camera or the biggest lens. It’s about learning how to stack the deck in your favor, first with Technique... choosing your angle, understanding light, reading behavior, waiting for the moment, managing your background, and dialing in the right settings so that when the magic happens, you’re ready for it. And, why the best wildlife photographers are often the ones who watch first and shoot second. Then we shift into the Settings side of the equation: why shooting in RAW is such a game changer, why I love manual mode with Auto ISO, how to think about shutter speed for calm wildlife versus true action, and when to use burst mode or pre-record features to capture moments that happen faster than your brain can react. The overall goal? To move past the “field guide shot” and create wildlife images that feel more alive, more intentional, and more memorable. In This Episode We cover: How to avoid the classic “field guide shot”Why low angles create more intimate and aesthetic wildlife imagesHow telephoto lenses can help lower your effective shooting angleHow background separation creates that pro-level wildlife portrait lookWhy distance between the animal and background matters so muchHow to choose backgrounds based on color, texture, pattern, and layersWhy patience is often the secret ingredient in great wildlife photographyHow to wait for the best moment instead of settling for the obvious oneWhat catch light is and why it brings life into an animal’s eyeWhy shooting to edit can improve your compositionsHow golden hour, clouds, and dramatic weather can elevate your photosWhen spot metering can create more dramatic or unexpected exposuresWhy shooting in RAW is essential for advanced editingWhy manual mode plus Auto ISO is my favorite setup for wildlifeHow to think about shutter speed for different kinds of wildlife behaviorWhen to use motion blur creativelyHow panning can create streaky, dynamic wildlife imagesWhy burst mode is so useful for fleeting behaviorHow pre-record features can help capture pounces, takeoffs, breaches, and other split-second momentsFinal Thoughts Wildlife Photography 102 and 103 is really about becoming more intentional and creating art vs. just documenting what you saw. It’s the shift from “I saw something amazing” to “I made something compelling out of the moment.” That comes from little choices that add up: getting lower, watching the background, waiting for behavior, catching the light in the eye, choosing the right shutter speed, and giving yourself room to edit. None of these techniques require perfection. They just require awareness — and a willingness to slow down, observe, and make decisions before the moment disappears. Court's Websites Check out my photo portfolio here: shop.courtwhelan.comSign up for my photo and conservation blog at www.courtwhelan.comFollow me on YouTube (@courtwhelan) for more photography tipsView my camera kit and recommended camera gearSponsors and Promo Codes: MPB.com - Buy, Sell, or Trade Camera GearArtStorefronts.com - Mention this podcast for free photo website designBayPhoto.com - 25% off your first order (code: TWP25) ArtHelper.com - a photo community to learn, share and be inspiredArthelper.Ai - Smart tools to promo and showcase your art.LensRentals.com - WildPhoto15 for 15% off

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The Wild Photographer is a podcast for wildlife, nature, landscape, and travel photographers who want to make better photos and get more out of photography. Hosted by professional photographer, biologist, expedition leader, and photo guide Court Whelan, PhD, the show combines practical photography advice with lessons learned from photographing wildlife and wild places around the world. Episodes cover wildlife photography techniques, camera settings, lenses and gear, composition, landscape and travel photography, editing, creativity, and fieldcraft, along with conversations with professional photographers and visual storytellers. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, expect approachable advice you can actually use in the field, plus plenty of adventure, curiosity, and enthusiasm for the craft.

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  • Creator
    Court Whelan
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    89
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Wild Photographer
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