Mastering safari photography
Mastering safari photography
A beautiful blend of technical mastery and creative expression, photography is an remarkably subjective and personal art. But it’s also a skill, and while there’s no substitute for passion, perseverance, and a keen eye for detail, taking advice from those who snap for a living can only help hone your craft. For beginners or seasoned travel photographers, the best camera for safari is the one you’ve got. Whether capturing rugged Namibian landscapes, a wild gorilla portrait or an Okavango Delta sunset, these tips and tricks from four professional photographers will elevate your craft to achieve better safari photography, and immortalise your safari forever.
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Master your safari photography gear
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Consider lighting
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Play with composition
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Understand animal behaviour
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Prioritise storytelling
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Continuously learn and experiment
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Capture your best safari photographs that you’ll look back on for a lifetime
Capture your best safari photographs that you’ll look back on for a lifetime
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Let’s plan your next journey
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When we say we’re there every step of the way, we mean it, literally. From planning the perfect circuit, to private inter-camp transfers on Wilderness Air, and easing you through Customs. We’re with you on the ground, at your side, 24-7, from start to finish. Ready to take the road less travelled? Contact our Travel Designers to plan an unforgettable journey.