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Wildlife Photo Chat

83 episodes - Afar - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 81 ratings

Ray Hennessy has a new guest on each episode to discuss what they are currently working on and how they are trying to be creative with their wildlife photography.

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081: Jannico Kelk

February 02, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 37.2 MB

My guest Jannico Kelk joins me to discuss what about wildilfe photography he loves, how he enjoys learning and pushing himself, and some incredible projects he has worked on and will be coming soon! Follow Jannico at: Instagram: @jannicokelk Show Mentions: Johny Armstrong Sebastian Kennerknecht Netflix documentary “Animal” Natural Australia Expeditions Alex Pike Ethan Mann

080: Noah Buchanan

January 19, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 31.5 MB

My guest Noah Buchanan joins me to discuss how his photography career formed, standard vs. creative photography in all genres, developing his own style

079: Shey Smith

January 05, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 35.4 MB

My guest Shey Smith joins me to discuss getting into bird photography, his evolution towards the style he is currently shooting, and his decisions during post processing. Follow Shey at: Instagram: @suburbirder Show Mentions: Early Tree Sparrow photo Belted Kingfisher photo

078: Clint McDonald

December 01, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 38.4 MB

My guest Clint McDonald joins me to discuss his love of birds, how to help conservation efforts with his photography, and his commitment to time in the field. Follow Clint McDonald at: Instagram: @clintonjmcdonald Show Mentions: Pied-billed Grebe photo

077: Nathan Watson

November 17, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 36 MB

My guest Nathan Watson joins me to discuss his creative use of light, working towards conservation photography, and including a sense of space in composition. Follow Nathan at: Instagram: @nathan_watson_photography Show Mentions: Crested Tern silhouette Wood Duck in dead tree high key Roadkill Possum Doug Gimesy Landing Spoonbill Great Egret morning silhouette

076: Drew Hamilton

November 03, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 39.3 MB

My guest Drew Hamilton joins me to discuss his excitement for guiding and sharing the bear experience with others, his goals photographing brown bears this season, and his upcoming trip to photograph Polar Bears in Churchill. Follow Drew at: Instagram: @drewhh Show Mentions: Pika calling Dramatically lit brown bear www.discoverchurchill.com

075: Mark Cook

October 20, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

My guest Mark Cook joins me to discuss how his career got him into photography, how he tries to use his photography to tell the story and share the importance of the birds and habitat that he studies in the Everglades, and his approach to aerial photography. Follow Mark at: Instagram: @lightswitchaddict Show Mentions: Mac Stone TED Talk Swallow-tailed Kites on a foggy morning Sandhill Crane falling asleep in a spotlight of sun Aerial of Avocets Bald Eagle Nest scenic Sebast...

074: Derek Shenot

October 06, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 40.5 MB

My guest Derek Shenot joins me to discuss the recent spring warbler season, scouting and finding things on his own, and an incredible beaver encounter in the water in his floating hide! Follow Derek at: Instagram: @derekshenot Show Mentions: Blackpoll Warbler Wide angle Grasshopper Sparrow

073: David Stowe

September 22, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

My guest David Stowe joins me to discuss his introduction to bird photography, accepting and giving critique to learn and grow, as well as our connection as wedding photographers. Follow David at: Instagram: @david_stowe Website: www.davidstowe.com Show Mentions: Superb Parrots against stormy sky High key kingfisher

072: Marsel van Oosten

September 08, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 38.2 MB

My guest Marsel van Oosten joins me to discuss his history in the advertising market and how that influenced his photography, post processing and its importance and the topic of disclosing what you do, and his amazing wildlife photo book titled Mother - A Tribute to Mother Earth. Follow Marsel at: Website: www.squiver.com Instagram: @marselvanoosten Show Mentions: Photo Book: Mother - A tribute to Mother Earth

071: Steve Mattheis

August 25, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 37 MB

My guest Steve Mattheis joins me to discuss wildlife video, using different gear for interesting effects, and how much fun it is to photograph wildlife in snow. Follow Steve at: Instagram: @stevemattheis Website: www.stevemattheis.com YouTube Show Mentions: Bison photo

070: Mary Anne Karren

August 11, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 130 MB

My guest Marry Anne Karren joins me to discuss diving into macro wildlife for the first time, incorporating surprise into her photography, and planning a wonderful conservation project connected with the Great Salt Lake. Follow Mary Anne at: Instagram: @makarrenphotos Show Mentions: Great Salt Lake info Scenic Swan Photo

069: Ariel Fields

August 04, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 35.3 MB

My guest Ariel joins me to discuss putting in the time scouting, incorporating wide angle into his photography, and a project photographing Striped Hyenas in urban settings. Follow Ariel at: Instagram: @arieljfields Website: www.arielfields.com Show Mentions: Jackal at night - https://www.instagram.com/p/BrI7aGEh2Nt/ Gulls in flight from boat - https://www.instagram.com/p/B_NS0PnAPnV/ Nubian Ibex Battle - https://www.instagram.com/p/BuG4GArgBGv/

068: Kyle Rohlfing

July 21, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

My guest Kyle Rohlfing joins me to discuss moving to a new location for wildlife photography, learning to track wildlife, and getting creative by having projects to work on. Follow Kyle at: Instagram: @rohlfingwildlife Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/rohlfingwildlife Show Mentions: Great-horned Owl with Snowshoe Hare- https://www.instagram.com/p/CQOwwODngHz/ Willow Ptarmigan - https://www.instagram.com/p/CP6JMrwBKIw/ Short-eared Owl - https://www.instagram.com/p/COGfOWYgCr...

067: Richard Flack

June 30, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

My guest Rich Flack joins me to discuss his love of birds, getting to experience those moments in nature that you hope for but never fully expect to happen and giving back to conservation effort with your photography. Follow Richard at: Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheFlacksPhotography Instagram: @theflacksphotography Website: www.theflacks.co.za Show Mentions: Half-collared Kingfisher Southern Red Bishop Back-lit Bishop William Steel Photography

066: Shelley Pearson

June 16, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

My guest Shelley Pearson joins me to discuss that pink light at dawn, capturing bird behavior, and learning to truly see light. Follow Shelley at: Instagram: @shelley_pearson Facebook: www.facebook.com/shelleypearsonphotography Website: www.shelleypearsonphotography.com Show Mentions: Fairy Wren group hug Great-crested Grebe back-lit

065: Lydia Ripplinger

June 02, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 39.3 MB

My guest Lydia joins me to discuss spring and baby owl time, post processing towards your creative vision, and how your creative path and tastes change over time. Follow Lydia at: Instagram: @lydebug Show Mentions: Dan Lind - https://www.instagram.com/danlindphoto/ Bobcat Video - https://www.instagram.com/p/CN-WBarJtoa/

064: Nicolas Stettler

May 19, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 34.9 MB

My guest Nicolas Stettler joins me to discuss the joy of editing photos, getting creative in areas you photograph often, and his under water bird photography Follow Nicolas at: Instagram: @nicolasstettler_wildlife Website: www.nicolas-stettler.ch/en/ Show Mentions: Common Eider from above - https://www.instagram.com/p/CNke3lFAjOI/ Levi Fitze - https://www.instagram.com/levifitze/

063: James Mackenzie

May 05, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

My guest James MacKenzie joins me to discuss the switch from birding to photography and how the birding background helped, moving to a new area and taking the time to figure the new location out, and getting the shot of a species you chase after for a long time. Follow James at: Instagram: @biodiversityvancouverisland Show Mentions: Eagle in Rainbow Audubon’s Yellow-rumped Warbler White-winged Crossbill

062: Trond Westby

April 21, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

My guest Trond Westby joins me to disucss bringing along a video camera for vloging photography outings, always seeking something new to push yourself creatively, and learning your subjects behavior so you can capture behavior that elevates a portrait. Follow Trond Westby at: Instagram: @trondwestby_photography Facebook - Trond Westby Photography Show Mentions: Horned Grebe Bence Mate Goldcrest Redstart Curlew

061: Rich Campion

April 07, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 47 MB

My guest Rich Campion joins me to discuss his obsession photographing Dippers, how his plans have changed and forced him to shoot locally and how he enjoys that, and the joys of shooting backlight and also in snowy conditions. Follow Rich at: Instagram: @mywildlifeimages YouTube Show Mentions: Swan photo Deer in heavy snow photo Barn Owl photo Photographer’s Favorites episode featuring Rich’s photo

060: Ron Hayes

March 31, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 37.9 MB

My guest Ron Hayes joins me to discuss video for wildlife, understanding behavior and gaining knowledge about wildlife through experience, and some wonderful stories from his recent visit to Yellowstone. Follow Ron Hayes at: Instagram: @ronhayes_wwi Website: www.westernwildlifeimages.com Wild and Exposed Podcast Show Mentions: Wild and Exposed podcast episode with Doug Gardner Bison photo Pine Marten and Squirrel photo

059: Yaron Schmid

March 24, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 35 MB

My guest Yaron Schmid joins me to discuss how a trip to Africa hooked him on photography, photographing in the rain and bad elements, and pushing himself to capture more unique perspectives and angles with African wildlife Follow Yaron at: Instagram: @yswildlifephotography Website: www.yswildlifephotography.com Show Mentions: Baboon in the rain photo

058: Joshua Brown

March 17, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 38.3 MB

My guest Joshua Brown joins me to discuss how he got into bird photography, the importance of seeing what you can do next when you are working with wildlife, and a fun conversation about social media and which photos to share. Follow Joshua at: Instagram: @bayou_josh Website: www.bayoujosh.com Show Mentions: Bufflehead taking off

057: Bernt Osthus

March 10, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 31.5 MB

My Guest Bernt Østhus joins me to discuss some differences from shooting film compared to digital for wildlife, the importance of having full control over your exposure, and understanding your subject’s behavior so you can put yourself in the right position and anticipate the shot. - fun story of Capercali shot Follow Bernt at: Instagram: @berntosthus Website: www.berntosthus.no Show Mentions: Capercaillie shadow photo

056: Andy Parkinson

March 03, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 37.1 MB

My guest Andy Parkinson joins me to discuss shooting locally, commiting the time to capture amazing images, and choosing photos that have an emotional connection. Follow Andy at: Instagram: @andyparkinsonphoto https://www.facebook.com/andyparkinsonphoto https://www.andrewparkinson.com/ Show Mentions: Hare ball photo Jim Brandenburg

055: Floris Smeets

February 24, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 38.8 MB

My guest Floris Smeets joins me to discuss his recent attempts to track and photograph wolves, high megapixel cameras for wildlife, and how important foreground elements are in his wildlife photography Follow Floris Smeets at: Instagram: @floris_smeets Show Mentions: https://www.instagram.com/p/CLEQbp4gXoH/ https://www.instagram.com/jasperdoest/

054: Aditya Sridhar

February 17, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 38.6 MB

My guest Aditya Sridhar joins me to discuss telling stories with his photos, his love of shorebirds, and joining a group chat for feedback and critique. Follow Aditya at: Instagram: @aditya.sridhar Website: www.theluminarydiary.com Show Mentions: Osprey in a Sand Storm Backlit tiny bird

053: Victor Ortega

February 10, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 33.7 MB

My guest Victor Ortega joins me to discuss photographing a variety by visiting the same location, learning subjects behavior to improve your photography and his use of minimalism and color in his photography. Follow Victor at: Instagram: @voh14 Workshops: Nature Photo Tours Spain Show Mentions: Ibex silhouette photo

052: Izzy Edwards

February 03, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 35.7 MB

My guest Izzy Edwards joins me to discuss how she likes to get creative with low-key dramatic images and high key minimalist photos, having some guidelines and plans before going out to shoot, and the use of foreground elements to photograph owls in distracting backgrounds. Follow Izzy at: Instagram: @northwest_wildlife Website: www.isabelleedwardsphoto.com Show Mentions: https://www.instagram.com/calebg.hoover/ https://www.instagram.com/preston.b_photography/ https://www.instag...

051: Jasmine Vink

January 27, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 32.9 MB

My guest Jasmine Vink joins me to discuss photographing Flying Foxes at night, trying to show species that are disliked or have a bad reputation in a much more positive manor, and her love for species that people don’t know exist. Follow Jasmine at: Instagram: @jasmine_vink Show Mentions: Jannico Kelk

050: Benjamin Olson

January 20, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 38 MB

My guest Benjamin Olson joins me to discuss pushing through difficult times in the field, spending a lot of time with the same subject, and our love of backlight. Follow Benjamin at: Instagram: @benjaminolsonphotography Website: www.benjamin-olson.com

049 - Drew Gibson

January 13, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MB

My guest Drew Gibson joins me to discuss seeking out unique photos, learning from different genres, and being thoughtful and purposeful in the field. Follow Drew at: Instagram: @drewgphotography Show Mentions: Whitetail Deer photo

048: Espen Helland

January 06, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 33.1 MB

My guest Espen Helland joins me to discuss photography in new areas vs. local areas, pushing yourself in tough weather, and his current favorite lighting. Follow Espen at: Instagram: @espenhelland YouTube Show Mentions: Sedge Warbler Photo

047 - Amit Eshel

December 30, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 35.8 MB

My guest Amit Eshel joins me to discuss traveling for wildlife, growing your vision for wildlife photography, and the most incredible encounter with a Canadian Lynx I've ever heard! Follow Amit at: Instagram: @siberianart Website: www.amiteshel.com Siberian Art Jewelry Show Mentions: Walking Lynx Photo WildArt Photographer of the Year Contest Josh Galicki’s Photographer’s Favorites Episode David Casius

046: Emilie Reid

December 23, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 39.4 MB

My guest Emilie Reid joins me to discuss shooting in the rain, working the marsh birds, and when you feel stuck or that your photography isn't good. Follow Emilie at: Instagram: @emilie.reid.photographie Show Mentions: Theo - @wind.and.wing

045: Jess Findlay

December 16, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MB

My guest Jess Findlay joins me to discuss increased number of wildlife photographers, what is and isn’t important with gear, and extended shooting trips. Follow Jess at: Instagram: @jessfindlay Website: www.jessindlay.com Show Mentions: Peter Mather - Wolverine photo

044: Vance Solseth

December 09, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 38 MB

My guest Vance Solseth joins me to discuss the excitement of his first year of wildlife photography, chasing Wood Ducks in a floating hide, and comparing the technical and creative sides of photography Follow Vance at: Instagram: @vancesolseth Show Mentions: https://www.instagram.com/p/CEjfdHYAErf/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CEUJL-hgsPR/ https://www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/2018/01/why-birds-matter/ https://www.instagram.com/p/B-QMxIwgDE2/

043: Amy Shutt

December 02, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 37.9 MB

My guest Amy Shutt joins me to discuss seeing light and space, practice, practice, practice and her fox conservation effort The Canid Project. Follow Amy Shutt at: Instagram: @amyshuttphoto Show Mentions: https://www.amyshutt.com https://www.instagram.com/amycshutt/ https://www.instagram.com/thecanidproject/ https://www.instagram.com/nickbrandtphotography/

042: Alecia Smith

November 25, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 38.2 MB

My guest Alecia Smith joins me to discuss all things shorebirds, shooting after the sun sets, and sticking with it to achieve her goals. Follow Alecia Smith at: Instagram: @alecia_birds Website: www.aleciabirds.com Show Mentions: Alecia’s Photo Calendar  

041: Aaron Mannes

November 18, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 33.6 MB

  My guest Aaron Mannes joins me to discuss how photography creatively relates to music, putting in crazy amounts of time for a shot, and an amazing drone story that you have to hear! Follow Aaron Mannes at: Instagram: @mantis_photography Website: https://www.amantisphotography.com Show Mentions: Previous photo edit contest - https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/nailtheeditffa/ Dillan First - https://www.instagram.com/fursty/ Mantis Mood - https://www.instagram.com/mantis_p...

040: Kyle Tansley

November 11, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 32.5 MB

My guest Kyle Tansley joins me to discuss practically living with a Barred Owl family, shorebirds and backlight, and getting as low as possible in the water. Follow Kyle at: Instagram: @kylewithcamera

039: Margot Raggett

November 04, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 32.9 MB

My guest Margot Raggett joins me to discuss what got her into wildlife photography, thinking creatively while on safari in Africa, and her amazing conservation book series Remembering Wildlife. FOLLOW MARGOT AT: Instagram: @margotraggettphotography www.rememberingwildlife.com - an amazing conservation cause, please check out these beautiful photography books and consider purchasing one to help save wildlife. SHOW MENTIONS: Jonathan & Angie Scott Donal James Boyd

Video - Favorite Photos Featuring Andy Weidman

October 31, 2020 10:00

My guest Andy Weidman joins me to discuss 5 of his favorite photos and I share 5 photos I love as well. We had a blast stalking about the shots as well as a few other stories that came to mind.

038: Grayson Smith

October 28, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 36.3 MB

My guest Grayson Smith joins me to discuss photographing wildlife in the snow, his incredible growth in the past couple of years, and those damn pesky Kingfishers. Follow Grayson Smith at: Instagram: @gray_wildlife Show Mentions: Espen Helland

Video - Favorite Photos Featuring Monica Anne Nichols

October 24, 2020 10:01

My guest Monica Anne Nichols joins me to share 5 of her favorite wildlife photos and I chose 5 photos I love and we discuss what we like about them all.

037: Caleb Hoover

October 21, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 28.9 MB

My guest Caleb Hoover joins me to discuss bird photography in Florida, getting creative with silhouettes, and how his artwork influenced his photography. Follow Caleb at: Instagram: @calebg.hoover Show Mentions: Silhouette shorebird talked about during the episode - Instagram

036: Khurram Khan

October 14, 2020 10:00 - 56 minutes - 27.3 MB

Our guest Khurram Khan joins us to discuss travel to North Dakota in the summer, what sparked his interest in bird photography, and thinking about how to capture something unique. Follow Khurram Khan at: Instagram: @khurran_khan_photos Website: www.khurramkhanphoto.com

035: Josh Galicki

October 07, 2020 10:00 - 56 minutes - 27 MB

Our guest Josh Galicki joins us to discuss travel during Covid, photographing in your local area, and how he thinks creatively. Follow Josh Galicki at: Instagram: @galicki_photography Website: https://www.joshuagalicki.com Show Mentions: www.printsforwildlife.org

034: Colleen Gara

September 30, 2020 13:03 - 57 minutes - 27.8 MB

Our guest Colleen Gara joins us to discuss attending and running workshops, traveling and shooting, and chasing wolves! Follow Colleen at: Instagram: @colleengaraphoto Facebook: Colleen Gara Wildlife Photography Show Mentions: Colleen’s interview with Scott Keys from Wildlife Inspired