Notes from the field
Wildlife photography is often judged by the final image — but most of the work happens long before the shutter is pressed, through observation, patience, and time spent in the field.
Written from the perspective of a wildlife photography guide working in the field, these are observations, notes, and reflections from time spent outdoors.
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How Long Does It Take to Get Good at Wildlife Photography?
Becoming good at wildlife photography takes more than time. It requires deliberate practice, technical understanding, and a willingness to return…
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Cold Weather Wildlife Photography — What Actually Matters in Freezing Conditions
Cold weather wildlife photography requires more than warm gloves. From layering and heated gear to staying mentally focused, this is…
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Best Camera Settings for Wildlife Photography in Snow — What I Actually Pay Attention to in Light and Exposure
Wildlife photography in snow requires careful exposure control. Here’s how I approach light, histogram and camera settings in winter.
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Why Some Places Work Better Than Others in Wildlife Photography
In wildlife photography, it is easy to think that good places are defined by the number of animals present. More…
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OM System 50–200mm f/2.8 IS PRO – A Field Review Shaped by Experience
I was sceptical of the 50–200mm at first, until real-world travel slowly changed how I actually worked.
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Being Ready Doesn’t Mean Always Photographing
Being ready in wildlife photography is often misunderstood as constant action. As if readiness meant reacting immediately, taking frames whenever…
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Behind a Single Image Are Hours Spent in the Field
Most wildlife photography happens in silence, not in action. A personal field note on waiting, stillness, and the quiet time…
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Notes from the field – Why I started to write this blog
Notes from the field on why I started writing — about observation, time spent outdoors, and the quiet work behind…
Categories:
- Field Notes (2)
- How I Work in the Field (2)
- Photography Tips (1)
- The Reality of Wildlife Photography (3)
Notes from the field:
- How Long Does It Take to Get Good at Wildlife Photography?
- Cold Weather Wildlife Photography — What Actually Matters in Freezing Conditions
- Best Camera Settings for Wildlife Photography in Snow — What I Actually Pay Attention to in Light and Exposure
- Why Some Places Work Better Than Others in Wildlife Photography
- OM System 50–200mm f/2.8 IS PRO – A Field Review Shaped by Experience
- Being Ready Doesn’t Mean Always Photographing
- Behind a Single Image Are Hours Spent in the Field
- Notes from the field – Why I started to write this blog
These field notes are grouped around a few themes:
backgrounds (2) camera settings (1) cold weather (1) exposure (1) field notes (1) histogram (1) light (1) observation (4) OM System (1) patience (4) Photographer’s kit (1) places (1) practice and procress (1) preparation (1) waiting (1) wildlife photography (7) Winter photography (2)
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