A long lens (600mm) allows for a number of important elements in this image- it allows one to give the animal space to feel comfortable and thus act normally. It also gives a sense that the photographer is on the same eye level as the subject and along with a shallow depth of field helps isolate the lion from the background
Lion pride pulling down a giraffe at dawn in the Okavango Delta of Botswana read more
Look for something different, be it color, texture or contrasty light to highlight a subject, even focus will work with... read more
When a few elements of photography come together and help create a nice image, but not always for me. read more
Witnessing an elephant death is an emotionally intense event and another one of the highlights of my career. Finding a... read more
The working end of a desert rhino in full charge. Documenting rhinos in one of the driest and oldest deserts... read more
Chitabe's amazing relaxed leopard population allows for many great photo opportunities. read more
A pack of African wild dogs set off on a hunt at sunset. The setting sun reflecting off the dust... read more
Cheetah cubs learning vital survival skills through play. The chase, run and ambush technique will determine their survival in a... read more
The green or rainy season is an awesome time to photograph the big picture. read more
An image has to convey a message or information about the subject- it has to say more without using words. read more
