Episode 28 - Prime versus Zoom

In this episode, Rob and Josh discuss the pros and cons of prime versus zoom lenses for wildlife photography. Join our hosts as they chat and share their preferences and opinions. And of course, there are plenty of off-topic rabbit holes they explore too!

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Episode 27 - Photography Competitons - An Organiser's Perspective

In this episode, Rob and Josh discuss photography competitions from the perspective of an organiser and a judge. The two address many of the topics that are raised by competition entrants and chat candidly about the dynamics of running a competition from the other side of the fence. Listen in if you’d like to know more about how competitions are put together and how the judging process works.

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Episode 23 - Bird Photography Clichés

In this episode, Rob and Josh share their top ten bird photography clichés - the styles and subjects they see photographed in the same way over and over. Join two friends for a bit of lighthearted fun as they chat about birds and photography, and share their list.

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Episode 22 - Wildlife Photography on a Budget

Wildlife photography can be a very expensive interest to have, often necessitating the features that the latest top end camera bodies offer, and the longest focal length and best glass available. The costs can spiral in to tens of thousands of pounds/dollars, but can we be guilty of ‘shiny new object syndrome’ at times, and is all this expensive kit really necessary? Rob and Josh discuss our preoccupation with new kit, and more modest ways to get great results and enjoy your wildlife photography without breaking the bank.

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Episode 20 - Discovering Photographic Versatility

In this episode, Rob and Josh are joined by Australian wildlife photographer and author, Georgina Steytler. Georgina discusses the photography behind her latest book, For the Love of Flora (a follow up to the wonderful For the Love of Birds) and the transition she made from photographing the birds for which she has become rightfully renown, to the plants of her native Australia.

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Episode 19- Making a Living from Wildlife Photography

In this episode, Rob and Josh are joined by David Tipling, a wildlife photographer of world renown who has been making his living from his great passion for wildlife and photography for decades. In a career that straddles the transition from film to digital, there is arguably nobody more experienced and better placed to share his thoughts and advice on making a full time career from wildlife photography.

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Episode 16 - The Importance of Cropping

In this latest episode, Rob and Josh discuss the importance of cropping in wildlife and nature photography, an art often paid little attention to in post processing. The two discuss how the choice of crop can be used to alter the dynamics of an image, be a great compositional tool, can remove unwanted elements of an image, can highlight detail, and many other aspects to this element of photography.

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Episode 13 - Using Flash in Wildlife Photography featuring guest Khurram Khan

In this episode, Rob and Josh are joined by Khurram Khan, a wildlife photographer based in the United States who has gained a reputation for producing outstanding images of wildlife over recent years. One of Khurram’s skills is the subtle use of flash in his photography, and the three discuss its use in the wildlife photography arena, covering the technical basics, ethics, the power it can add to your work, and how to get started with using flash in your photography. Whether you are new to flash and want to better understand the principles of it, or are already experienced in its use, listen in to the discussion and enjoy a chat between three passionate photographers.

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Episode 12 - Underwater Photography with guest Henley Spiers

In this episode, Rob and Josh are joined by Henley Spiers. Henley is a renowned underwater photographer, writer, and expedition leader who has fast become one of the most highly decorated wildlife image-makers in the world. In the discussion, Henley shares the story of how he became an underwater photographer, why he loves working beneath the surface, and chats generally about photography in the underwater environment.

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Episode 11 - Social Media and Photography

Social media plays an increasingly important role in achieving recognition for your photography, but gaining traction on the popular platforms such as Instagram and Facebook isn’t as easy as it was in past years. Rob and Josh discuss their views on the current state of affairs and how anyone looking to grow their following might go about it.

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