Best Photography Basics Explained Podcasts (2025)

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The Golden Triangle Explained: Understand it and Master Photography Settings Forever 28:12

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Send us a text Modern cameras can feel like mini computers with endless settings, but at the core of every great photograph lies just three: aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. In this episode of The Wild Photographer, Court unpacks the “Golden Triangle” of photography and explains how these three elements work together to shape exposure, creativity,…

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🎙️Finding Your Best Angle, Simple Tips for Better Composition 🖼️ 21:39

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Send us a text The Secret to Amazing Photos Isn't a Camera. It's How You Use Your Eyes. ✨ Have you ever wondered what separates a simple snapshot from a truly captivating photograph? It’s all about composition—the art of purposefully arranging everything within your photo frame to guide the viewer's eye and tell a clear story. In this episode, your…

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My Thoughts on the 24-70mm vs. 24-105mm Class of Lenses 20:19

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Send us a text These lenses are no doubt your workhorses in any sort of photography. However, it can be a little complex deciding which one to invest in and have as part of your trusty camera kit. In this episode, I go into detail on what makes each lens great, and why you might want to choose one over the other depending on your style and needs. T…

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Your First Five Steps into Landscape Photography (Even in Your Local Park!) 26:00

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Send us a text 🏞️ Photography Explained Podcast - Episode 213: Your First Five Steps into Landscape Photography (Even in Your Local Park!) 📸 What if you could take stunning landscape photos without traveling to exotic locations? In this episode, your host Rick McEvoy makes photography accessible by showing you how to find beauty right where you are…

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Wildlife Photography 101: The Basics (and Cornerstones) of Wildlife Photography 50:45

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Send us a text This episode is dedicated to the fundamentals—the essential building blocks of great wildlife photography. Whether you’re just stepping into the world of nature photography or you’ve spent years in the field, revisiting the core principles can sharpen your eye and elevate your work. In this episode, we break down what I consider the …

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Creative Use of Depth of Field: Blurry Backgrounds, Sharp Subjects 🎯 21:33

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Send us a text Ever wondered how some photos make the subject leap out with a dreamy, soft background, while others keep every detail crystal-clear from front to back? That, my dear listener, is the magic of Depth of Field (DoF)! ✨ In this episode, Rick McEvoy, your plain-English photography guide, unlocks this fundamental concept, showing you how …

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My Quick & Dirty (but oh-so-aesthetic!) Macro Photography Technique – No Macro Lens Needed 19:54

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Send us a text Hey friends, welcome back to The Wild Photographer! Today, we’re diving into one of my favorite rabbit holes in photography—macro. And not just any macro… I’m talking about a quick and dirty (but oh-so-aesthetic) technique that lets you capture stunning macro shots without even bringing a macro lens. Yep, you heard that right. As a b…

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Master Your Camera Modes: A Simple Guide to Auto, Aperture, Shutter & Manual Settings 24:39

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Send us a text Are you tired of your camera making all the decisions? 😫 Want to take control and unlock its full creative potential? This episode is your straightforward guide to understanding camera modes and transforming your photography from guesswork to glorious! ✨ 💡 Why Camera Modes Matter (Beyond Auto!) Ever wondered why some of your photos a…

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Talking with Alex Bogaard: Portfolio Design, Authentic Storytelling, and how to Engage Buyers and Collectors 1:08:27

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Send us a text In this conversation, Alex Bogaard shares his journey into photography, discussing the balance between commercial work and personal passion. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, building a portfolio, and developing a personal style. Alex also highlights the significance of storytelling in photography and how it can be…

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How to Get Sharp Photos Every Time: Beyond Just Focusing! 📸✨ 35:06

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Send us a text Is your camera secretly plotting to make your photos blurry? 😈 You know the feeling: that perfectly composed shot, only to find it looks like it was taken by a ghost. A soft-focus nightmare! 🤦‍♂️ Well, my dear listener, I'm Rick McEvoy, your humble host, and I'm here to banish that blur for good! In this episode, I'm pulling back the…

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Shooting to Crop: What it Means and How To Do it Well 17:50

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Send us a text In this episode, the host discusses the technique of 'shooting to crop' in photography, particularly in wildlife photography. The conversation covers the importance of camera settings such as ISO, shutter speed, and aperture to ensure high-quality images that can withstand cropping. The host also emphasizes the significance of editin…

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Taking Great Photos in Direct Sunlight: 5 Tips for Beating the Harsh Light 30:06

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Send us a text 🌞 Is Harsh Sunlight Ruining Your Photos? Not Anymore! 🌞 Ever look at your beautiful outdoor scene and see only blown highlights, dark shadows, and squinting faces? You're not alone! Direct sunlight can be a photographer's biggest challenge, turning vibrant moments into high-contrast headaches. But what if you could turn that harsh li…

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Tips for Great Night Wildlife Photography 29:30

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Send us a text Photographing wildlife at night is tough, but there's a formula I've found that works incredibly well. It produces high quality, even low ISO, inspiring images of rarely seen animals we may encounter on wildlife photo adventures. In this episode I also go over the tools and specific camera settings, along with lessons and techniques …

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Polarising Filters - What Are They? Do I Need One? 28:05

3M ago28:05

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Send us a text Polarising filters attach to camera lenses and reduce reflections and glare, and can improve colour saturation. They can simply make your photos look better. What is not to love, eh? And they don’t cost a lot either. And I have a couple of these that I absolutely love. In this episode, I will tell you when, how, and why I use my pola…

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Talking with Marlo Shaw: Advice for Photographing in Polar Environments, Discussions on Color Theory, and All About Art Exhibits 1:14:46

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Send us a text Summary In this engaging conversation, Marlo Shaw, a talented artist and photographer, shares her insights on the intersection of art and photography, emphasizing the importance of color theory, composition, and the creative process. She discusses her experiences with art shows, the techniques she employs in polar photography, and he…

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Neutral Density Filters - What Are They? Do I Need One? 23:29

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Send us a text Neutral density filters attach to camera lenses and reduce the amount of light getting through to your camera sensor without affecting the colours (hopefully). Neutral density filters allow you to take long exposures in daylight, allowing you to flatten water and make clouds super cool, streaky, blurry, amongst other things. Neutral …

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21 Composition Tips For Better Photos Of Buildings 25:41

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Send us a text Do you want to take better-composed, more interesting photos of buildings? So do I. And in this episode, I will give 12 things that will help you take better photos of buildings. And here they are. Take one photo and get the best composition you can Use the rule of thirds Take a photo, then try a different focal length to get a diffe…

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How Pros Travel (and Prep for travel) with Camera Gear 47:40

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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Court Whelan shares his insights on traveling with camera gear, focusing on the joys and challenges of preparation, lens selection, and the importance of accessories. He discusses strategies for packing, flying with gear, and maintaining equipment while traveling, emphasizing the need for careful planning to …

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11 Landscape Photography Composition Tips That Will Instantly Improve Your Shots 26:04

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Send us a text Do you want to take more interesting landscape photos? Well, I do, and I hope that you do too. It is too easy to go somewhere and take average, boring photos of something you never do anything with. I have taken loads of these myself, so don’t worry. And it is so easy to take the same photo of something we have all seen a thousand ti…

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11 Travel Photography Composition Tips That Will Instantly Improve Your Shots 25:54

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Send us a text Do you want to take more interesting travel photos? Well, I do, and I hope that you do too. It is too easy to go somewhere and take average, boring photos of something you never do anything with. I have taken loads of these myself, so don’t worry. And it is so easy to take the same photo of something we have all seen a thousand times…

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Five Techniques to Inject Creative Vision into your Photography 30:34

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Send us a text In this episode, Court discusses five techniques to inject creative vision into photography, emphasizing the importance of breaking traditional rules and experimenting with different perspectives and methods. From composition to intentional motion blur, each technique is designed to enhance creativity and encourage photographers to t…

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Understanding Focal Length and Its Effect On Composition 18:50

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Send us a text The focal length you use to take a photo will significantly affect the photo you create. It will determine what is in a photo, what is not in a photo, how small or large the elements of the photo are, and how the elements in your photo relate to each other. The focal length you use will also determine the depth of field, or as I like…

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Mastering Wildlife Photography: Insights from Pro Photo Guide Mike Hillman 54:49

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Send us a text In this episode, host Court Whelan sits down with professional photo guide and Director of Photo Expeditions at Natural Habitat Adventures, Mike Hillman. Mike shares invaluable insights on wildlife photography, from mastering perfect pawsture in bear photography to the art of bird photography and finding your personal photographic st…

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What Are The Rules Of Composition? (And Which Do I Use?) 19:04

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Send us a text The rules of composition are not rules. The rules of composition are guidelines, ideas, things that we can use to help us. But you need to know what the rules of composition are so you know which rules you are going to use, if any. You don’t have to use the rules of composition, and you will never use all of them. Certainly not in th…

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All about Tripods (and other stabilization) and My Recommendations 40:15

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Send us a text In this episode of The Wild Photographer, host Court Whelan dives deep into the world of tripods and stabilization techniques essential for photographers. He discusses the importance of tripods, the differences between cheap and expensive options, and the various types of tripod heads. The episode also covers travel tripods, monopods…

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What Makes a Good Composition in Photography? 18:28

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Send us a text Photography is about more than just taking a photo—it’s about taking the best photo you can every time. A rubbish composition will give you a rubbish photo. A great composition will give you a great photo. Create better compositions, and you will end up with better photos – and in this episode, I help you to do just this – what is no…

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Photography Composition Tips and Techniques – How I Take Photos 33:03

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Send us a text The single most important thing we can do to improve our photos is to think about what we are taking photos of before we take them. We need to take the time to get the best composition every time we take a photo. The success or otherwise of any photo starts and ends with what is in the photo. Photography composition is what you inclu…

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How Pro Photographers Get Super Sharp Images Every Time 42:40

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Send us a text Episode Summary: In this episode of The Wild Photographer, Court Whelan breaks down the essential techniques for getting sharp images in both landscape and wildlife photography. He shares insider tips on shutter speed, aperture, and focusing techniques, plus the real impact of ISO on sharpness. You’ll also learn how to leverage image…

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Top Tips To Help You Manage Your Digital Photo Catalogue 31:48

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Send us a text Photography Explained Podcast Episode 199 - Top Tips To Help You Manage Your Digital Photo Catalogue You need to organise your photos on your computer so you can find any photo quickly and easily. Once you have done that, you have the small matter of looking after that precious collection of photos, which, as a photographer, is your …

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National Geographic Photo Instructor, Giulia Ciampini, on the way to blend Art, Science and Storytelling in Nature Photography 57:00

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Send us a text In this episode of The Wild Photographer, host Court Whelan discusses the art and science of photography with the talented Giulia Ciampini. As a photographer, educator, and conservationist, Giulia shares her journey from her first childhood photos to her current work in wildlife photography and photo instruction. --------------------…

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How To Organise Digital Photos On Your Computer 24:13

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Send us a text You need to organise your photos on your computer so you can find any photo quickly and easily. You need to come up with a filing system that you can add to over the years as you take more and more photos. And you need to be able to keep track of all the photos in the catalogue so you know which photos you have edited, the good stuff…

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5 Key Camera Settings for Nature and Wildlife Photography - What They Are and How to Use Them 37:29

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Send us a text Summary: Want to turn your passion for photography into profit? Download the FREE guide now and kickstart selling your stock photography journey today. https://bit.ly/guide-to-selling-stockphotography ------------------------------------------- In this episode of the Wild Photographer podcast, Court Whelan discusses the five most imp…

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How To Take Fewer Photos But Better Photos In 2025 (With My One Photo Rule) 22:52

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Send us a text I want to get straight into taking better photos, beginning with taking fewer photos. We can all take fewer photos and, in the process, take better photos, and in this episode, I am going to tell you how. And yes, I will revisit my one photo rule. And here it is. “Take the time to take the best one photo of one thing.” Yep, that is m…

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Techniques for Photographing the Northern Lights, from Beginner to Advanced 45:43

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Send us a text On this episode of The Wild Photographer Court Whelan takes you on an exciting journey into the art of Northern Lights photography. From the gear you need to choosing the best locations, Court shares his expertise and years of experience in capturing this natural wonder. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned photographer, this epis…

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Techniques and Settings for Birds-in-Flight Photography 27:23

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Send us a text Birds in flight are some of the most captivating and challenging subjects in wildlife photography. In this episode, I dive into the art (and a little science) of capturing those perfect airborne shots. Whether it’s a puffin soaring over Alaskan cliffs or a spoonbill gliding over Florida’s wetlands, photographing birds in motion allow…

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Photography Explained Podcast - 2024 Highlights 28:48

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Send us a text I want to finish 2024 with a light-hearted look back at my favourite things from 2024. Why not, eh? So join me as I pick up on some stuff from the past year, which has been an excellent year for me and my podcast. so thank you for being with me, dear listener. In this episode, I tell you What was the most popular episode of the Photo…

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Social Media Strategies for Photographers to Amplify Conservation Efforts with Dana Cama 1:05:05

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Send us a text In this episode of The Wild Photographer, host Court Whelan delves into the fascinating world of conservation photography with Dana Cama. A passionate storyteller and dedicated conservationist, Dana shares her journey of blending art with advocacy to inspire change and connect audiences with nature’s beauty and challenges. ----------…

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Why Do I Have So Many Rubbish Photos? (And Why It’s OK, And What I'm Doing About It) 19:44

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Send us a text I have loads of rubbish photos cluttering up my computer, clogging up my hard drives, and preventing me from finding the good stuff that must be in there somewhere, surely? We all take rubbish photos every now and then, so it’s okay—not every photo we take is a masterpiece. But if a photo is rubbish, get rid of it. If you have photos…

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Behind the Scenes: My Complete Workflow for Downloading, Processing, and Storing my Digital Photos 1:05:50

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Send us a text In this enlightening episode of The Wild Photographer, Court Whelan, a seasoned wildlife photographer and conservationist, takes listeners on a journey into the heart of nature photography. Sharing his personal experiences and expertise, Court unravels the secrets behind capturing stunning wildlife moments. From understanding animal …

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What Is The Difference Between RAW And JPEG Photos? 23:40

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Send us a text RAW and JPEG are file formats. Photographers use both. JPEG images have an amount of processing and compressing done to them when a photo is taken. RAW photos have no processing done to them other than creating the file, that is. JPEG photos can be viewed by anyone straight off the memory card. To view RAW photos, you need specialist…

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The Hidden Secrets of Pre-Production for Stunning Wildlife Films with Jake Willers 1:12:17

10M ago1:12:17

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Send us a text In this episode of The Wild Photographer, host Court Whelan dives into the art and skill of wildlife photography. Jake Willers shares valuable insights into capturing animals in their natural habitat, discussing techniques to approach wildlife ethically and effectively. He emphasizes the importance of patience, respect for the enviro…

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How Do You Take Care Of A Camera Sensor? 26:52

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Send us a text Digital camera sensors are important, sensitive, expensive bits of kit that need looking after. There are things that we can do to protect them from bad stuff, but if bad stuff gets to them, there are things that we can do to remove that stuff. This applies to all of us photographers at all times, so it is pretty important that we kn…

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How to Capture Perfect Silky Water Photos Using Slow Shutter Technique 27:23

10M ago27:23

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Send us a text In this episode of The Wild Photographer, host Court Whelan gets into the art of capturing the silky water effect in nature photography. Court explains how to create that soft, flowing look with waterfalls, rivers, and oceans, a technique often seen in professional landscape photography. He shares practical advice on selecting the ri…

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Why Can't You Use Flash Photography In Museums and Art Galleries? 19:51

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Send us a text So you are in a museum or an art gallery. Or some other similar place. It is lovely and quiet, with nice low-level lighting and local lights highlighting all those fantastic exhibits. The whole place has been carefully designed with a bespoke lighting scheme. And you see something really cool that you would love to photograph. What d…

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How Do I Take Care Of My Camera Lenses? 28:53

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Send us a text Camera lenses are optical and engineering marvels. Camera lenses must be treated with care and respect when used, stored carefully and regularly maintained and cleaned. Take good care of your camera lenses, and they will take good care of you for years. In this episode, I tell you. What needs protecting in a lens? What gear can help …

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How Lenses Can Help You To Take Better Photos 37:27

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Send us a text There are so many lenses out there. How can you possibly know which lens or lenses will help you? Relax – I have got this covered. Lenses on cameras give photographers options. To understand how lenses can help you take better photos, you need to know what you want to photograph, how you want to take these photos, and what you want y…

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Wildlife Photography Essentials & Effective Planning with Eddy Savage 1:03:23

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Send us a text In this episode of The Wild Photographer, host Court Whelan sits down with renowned wildlife photographer and nature guide, Eddy Savage. With over a decade of experience guiding in remote locations like the Great Bear Rainforest and the Arctic, Eddy has honed his skills in capturing stunning images of wildlife, from grizzly bears to …

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Camera Lenses Explained - My Beginner's Guide 32:42

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Send us a text A listener asked me to do an episode strictly on lenses, so here it is. If you want me to explain something, just hit the “Send us a text” link on the podcast feed, and you can have your own almost personalised episode of the podcast. How utterly splendid. Lenses attach to cameras and focus what you point your camera at onto the came…

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Do Photographers Still Need Filters? Maybe not the ones you think. 24:23

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Send us a text In this episode of The Wild Photographer, host Court Whelan explores the evolving role of physical filters in the age of digital photography. While many photographers rely heavily on post-processing software like Photoshop and Lightroom, Court argues that there are still certain filters that remain essential for achieving specific ef…

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Now It's Time For You To Start Taking Better Photos 26:24

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Send us a text OK, I have spoken a lot about taking better photos. But in the final episode of this series, I tell you what you need to do. Yes, dear listener, it is time for you to start your journey to take better photos—which we all want to do, right? So this is what you do. Start with choosing your best 20 photos. Put them in a safe place, be i…