Wildlife and Adventure Photography

Send us a textPerfectly exposed images can appear to be soft or out of focus. There are two contributing factors that play a part in this:How our eyes and brain perceive sharpnessThe role of contrast in the image.It’s important to remember that RAW files are not photographs. And that the JPG we see on the back of the camera has already gone through a process that includes sharpening.In this podcast, I’ll talk through these processes and the importance of post-processing RAW images.It's time for another podcast... Remember that there is a new podcast every Friday.So, drop me any comments and questions you might have, either in the comments or via my email, [email protected], and I will answer them in a future podcast.And, please remember to Like and Subscribe.Support the showHave you bought your 2026 Wildlife Calendar yet?Find out more by clicking here Support the showThank you for listening to my podcast. If you would like to subscribe, you can do so here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803730/support WebsitePlease check out my website for the latest collections, photography tips and challenges, and more! Develop your photography by taking a course: Go from "Auto" to Awesome photos in just one week (click here)! Contact MeYou can contact me directly at: [email protected] Coffee? If you've had value from this podcast, please help me continue with them. Most people don't, but if you would like to make a small contribution, how about a coffee? You can buy me a coffee here.Please don't keep me a secret! Please share my podcast with anyone else who you think might be interested.Thank you for listening.

Send us a textIn this episode, I'll look at four scenarios that are likely to throw off your AF system:Low Light or Low Contrast ConditionsWrong AF Area Mode for the SituationFast or Unpredictable MovementExtremely Shallow Depth of FieldI'll talk you through different AF systems and what you can do to get the best results from each scenario.It's time for another podcast... Remember that there is a new podcast every Friday.So, drop me any comments and questions you might have, either in the comments or via my email, [email protected], and I will answer them in a future podcast.And, please remember to Like and Subscribe.Support the showHave you bought your 2026 Wildlife Calendar yet?Find out more by clicking here Support the showThank you for listening to my podcast. If you would like to subscribe, you can do so here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803730/support WebsitePlease check out my website for the latest collections, photography tips and challenges, and more! Develop your photography by taking a course: Go from "Auto" to Awesome photos in just one week (click here)! Contact MeYou can contact me directly at: [email protected] Coffee? If you've had value from this podcast, please help me continue with them. Most people don't, but if you would like to make a small contribution, how about a coffee? You can buy me a coffee here.Please don't keep me a secret! Please share my podcast with anyone else who you think might be interested.Thank you for listening.

Send us a textOne of my pet hates is people coming up to me and saying something along the lines of “that’s a great picture, you must have a really good camera”. To me, it’s a little like someone going up to Shakespeare and saying, “That was a great play, you must have a really good quill”!Cameras are tools, and the fact is that if you are taking boring pictures now and you buy an expensive camera without changing anything else, you will still take boring pictures.In this podcast, I’ll take you through the important questions to ask when looking at whether or not you need new camera gear, and what you can do to make significant changes to your results.To start the ball rolling, ask yourself these questions:What do I want to take photographs of?How do I want to use those photographs?Do I understand what my current equipment is capable of?What is missing?How can I fill the gap?And, if you feel that I’ve earned it, please give me a like, subscribe, or even buy me a coffee or support the podcast!It's time for another podcast... Remember that there is a new podcast every Friday.So, drop me any comments and questions you might have, either in the comments or via my email, [email protected], and I will answer them in a future podcast.And, please remember to Like and Subscribe.Support the showHave you bought your 2026 Wildlife Calendar yet?Find out more by clicking here Support the showThank you for listening to my podcast. If you would like to subscribe, you can do so here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803730/support WebsitePlease check out my website for the latest collections, photography tips and challenges, and more! Develop your photography by taking a course: Go from "Auto" to Awesome photos in just one week (click here)! Contact MeYou can contact me directly at: [email protected] Coffee? If you've had value from this podcast, please help me continue with them. Most people don't, but if you would like to make a small contribution, how about a coffee? You can buy me a coffee here.Please don't keep me a secret! Please share my podcast with anyone else who you think might be interested.Thank you for listening.

Send us a textAre you tired of feeling stuck following endless photography rules, resulting in images that just… exist? What if I told you there's a way to unlock a deeper, more intuitive connection with your camera, allowing you to capture photographs that truly speak to the soul? In this podcast we’ll look at how you can move beyond rigid guidelines and embracing the organic flow of visual storytelling.We will look at:The Illusion of Rules; rules (like the rule of thirds) are often misinterpreted as unbreakable laws rather than helpful guides.Strict adherence to rules can stifle creativity and lead to formulaic, uninspired images.Build consistency and expand your style.Move beyond technical exposure to understand how light sculpts subjects and evokes specific moods.Experiment with unconventional lighting scenarios – backlighting, rim lighting, atmospheric light – to create impactful visuals.Explore techniques like negative space, leading lines, and framing that guide the viewer's eye organically through the image. It's time for another podcast... Remember that there is a new podcast every Friday.So, drop me any comments and questions you might have, either in the comments or via my email, [email protected], and I will answer them in a future podcast.And, please remember to Like and Subscribe.Support the showHave you bought your 2026 Wildlife Calendar yet?Find out more by clicking here Support the showThank you for listening to my podcast. If you would like to subscribe, you can do so here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803730/support WebsitePlease check out my website for the latest collections, photography tips and challenges, and more! Develop your photography by taking a course: Go from "Auto" to Awesome photos in just one week (click here)! Contact MeYou can contact me directly at: [email protected] Coffee? If you've had value from this podcast, please help me continue with them. Most people don't, but if you would like to make a small contribution, how about a coffee? You can buy me a coffee here.Please don't keep me a secret! Please share my podcast with anyone else who you think might be interested.Thank you for listening.

Send us a textWith so much free material available immediately on YouTube, is there any place for formal photography courses? That’s what I’ll be looking into in this podcast.Please add your thoughts and comments in the comments section, or send an email to [email protected] The Appeal of Free YouTube Learning Advantages:Accessibility & CostBreadth of ContentEntertaining & Bite-SizedLimitationsLack of structure; scattered lessonsQuality varies drasticallyRisk of “learning mode” without real skill progressionAlgorithm-driven rather than curriculum-driven The Value of a Structured Photography CourseDesigned CurriculumConsistent Teaching StyleHands-On Assignments & FeedbackIn-Depth CoverageDrawbacksCost barriersMay be less entertainingMust commit time and attention Side-by-Side Comparison Learning Speed & RetentionSkill DevelopmentCommunity & SupportOverall Value for Different LearnerHobbyistsSerious beginnersProfessionals leveling upThe Blended Learning Strategy Use YouTube for inspiration, courses for structureCreating a personal learning planDo you agree?Please remember to Like and Subscribe… It's time for another podcast... Remember that there is a new podcast every Friday.So, drop me any comments and questions you might have, either in the comments or via my email, [email protected], and I will answer them in a future podcast.And, please remember to Like and Subscribe.Support the showHave you bought your 2026 Wildlife Calendar yet?Find out more by clicking here Support the showThank you for listening to my podcast. If you would like to subscribe, you can do so here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803730/support WebsitePlease check out my website for the latest collections, photography tips and challenges, and more! Develop your photography by taking a course: Go from "Auto" to Awesome photos in just one week (click here)! Contact MeYou can contact me directly at: [email protected] Coffee? If you've had value from this podcast, please help me continue with them. Most people don't, but if you would like to make a small contribution, how about a coffee? You can buy me a coffee here.Please don't keep me a secret! Please share my podcast with anyone else who you think might be interested.Thank you for listening.