
The Wild Photographer is a podcast for wildlife, nature, landscape, and travel photographers who want to make better photos and get more out of photography.
Hosted by professional photographer, biologist, expedition leader, and photo guide Court Whelan, PhD, the show combines practical photography advice with lessons learned from photographing wildlife and wild places around the world.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 88 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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In this episode of The Wild Photographer, Court sits down with fellow photographer, naturalist and expedition leader Pete Ramsden for a wide-ranging conversation about what it actually takes to make great photographs in some of the more challenging e... more
Memory cards might be one of the least exciting things in your camera bag…right up until one fails, or a camera buffer "locks up" in the middle of an incredible wildlife moment, or you find your card simply isn't fast enough.
In this episode, Court ... more
When it comes to African wildlife photography, Shem Compion has done just about everything. He is an award-winning photographer, naturalist, author, and pioneering hide builder who has spent more than 25 years exploring and photographing the wild lan... more
Ultra-wide angle lenses may not take the majority of the photographs on a typical trip, but the images they produce can be some of the most immersive, useful and memorable. They are fantastic for astrophotography, Northern Lights, travel assignments,... more
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I brew beer so am spoiled by podcasts that give a bunch of info. I was having trouble finding that w/ photography until I landed here. Great podcast! Thank you
If you’re a photography nerd like myself this is the pod for you.
Engaging and instructive!
I am new to wildlife photography and this podcast has been an amazing resource for me. Thank you Court!!!
Court delivers valuable wildlife tips and insights in an unpretentious and not overly technical way. Great for beginners and intermediate/advanced amateurs alike. I’d love to get out in the field with him one day!
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This show delivers hands-on, technique-forward guidance across wildlife, travel, and landscape photography, with a heavy emphasis on practical field skills, gear setup, and workflow. Listeners can expect detailed how-tos on shutter speeds, lens choices, autofocus, and shooting in challenging environments, plus travel-friendly gear tips, editing insights, and storytelling considerations. Notable strengths include instructor clarity, real-world examples, and sponsor-backed gear discussions that help both beginners and advanced hobbyists level up quickly while staying portable and practical for field work.
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1. Wildlife Photography
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4. The Nature Photo Guys
5. Beyond the Wild
The Wild Photographer launched 6 years ago and published 88 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Wild Photographer include:
1. Richard DeGuvea
2. Eric Rock
3. Jason Edwards
4. Ralph Lee Hopkins
5. Will Patino
6. Colby Brokvist
7. Marlo Shaw
8. Mike Hillman
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