Wildlife and adventure photography
Graham
A series to help you get great photographs (including wildlife) when travelling. The series includes volunteering and why it provides a serious alternative to traditional wildlife photography trips.It looks at some of the techniques photographers use to find subjects and get great results.I also share some of my more unusual trips including visiting the wreck of the RMS Titanic and climbing mount Kilimanjaro.This podcast is for those with an interest in photography, wildlife, conservation and adventure.
- 25 minutes 13 secondsComposition in the Wild E2/4: How to prepare a wildlife shoot (without over-thinking it)
Have you ever packed for a wildlife photography outing and felt slightly overwhelmed before you even left the house?
In this episode, we simplify the process.
Preparation should create calm — not stress. And yet many photographers overthink wildlife shoots, worrying about settings, gear, missing the moment, or not knowing enough. The result? Mental clutter before you’ve even taken your first photograph.
Wildlife photography isn’t about knowing everything. It’s about knowing what matters today.
Next Friday, we’ll explore why many wildlife photos feel random — and how to add real purpose to your images.
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I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an Introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, "Seeing Differently", starting on the 13th April.
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Thank you for listening.19 March 2026, 2:00 pm - 26 minutes 53 secondsComposition in the Wild E1/4: Great Wildlife Photography begins at home
Many people think wildlife photography starts on safari… or in Africa… or in a national park. It doesn’t. It starts in your backyard.
You can develop all the vital skills you need for great wildlife photography before you leave home. Here's how...
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I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, Seeing Differently, starting on the 13th April.
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Thank you for listening.12 March 2026, 1:00 pm - 18 minutes 1 secondObservation and Composition Ep 4: How to build a photograph from start to finish
Great photographs are built through a sequence of decisions. Structure, rules, and techniques only matter insofar as they serve intent.
In this final part, we look at how to put everything together and create compelling images.
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I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an Introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, "Seeing Differently", starting on the 13th April.
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Thank you for listening.5 March 2026, 2:00 pm - 20 minutes 19 secondsObservation and Composition Ep 3: How viewers actually move through an image
Strong photographs lead the viewer. Composition is about directing visual movement.
In part 3, we look at what draws the eye and how we can use that information to construct photographs that fully engage the viewer.
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I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an Introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, "Seeing Differently", starting on the 13th April.
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Thank you for listening.26 February 2026, 2:00 pm - 20 minutes 40 secondsObservation and Composition Ep 2: Why Compositions Fail (and the fix most people miss)
Most compositions fail because multiple visual messages compete. This episode teaches diagnosis first, then simplification with intent.
In part two, we'll look at how you can take photographs that are fine, technically, but just don't work.
It's time for another podcast...
I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an Introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, "Seeing Differently", starting on the 13th April.
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Thank you for listening.19 February 2026, 2:00 pm - 20 minutes 10 secondsObservation and Composition Ep 1: The observation skill that changes every photograph
Two people can stand in the same place, at the same time, and come away with completely different photographs. Why?
This four-part series examines how observation drives composition and how you can construct photographs designed to elicit a specific response in the viewer.
In this first part, we examine the importance of observation.
It's time for another podcast...
I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an Introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, "Seeing Differently", starting on the 13th April.
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Thank you for listening.12 February 2026, 2:00 pm - 30 minutes 44 seconds7 more mistakes that photographers often make
In this second podcast, I run through 7 more mistakes it's easy to make:
1. Shooting in Auto Mode
Shooting in Auto severely limits your creative options.
2. Not checking settings
It’s easy to forget to check settings in the heat of the moment. Stay on top of your settings, especially when conditions are changing quickly.
3. Housekeeping
Keep your camera equipment cleaned and properly stored. Mould in lenses will not help your photography.
4. Rushing the shot
Take the time to get your focus and exposure correct and be ready. Often things can happen very quickly, so it’s important to have everything properly set up.
5. Lack of Storytelling
A good photograph has a clear subject, and the background should provide some kind of context. Be a Visual Storyteller.
6. Shooting in Low Resolution
Always shoot in RAW and the maximum file size your camera can support. Social media doesn’t need it, but you’ll be grateful when you get that once-in-a-lifetime shot.
7. Ignoring post-processing
Ethical post-processing is a fundamental part of digital photography.
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I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an Introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, "Seeing Differently", starting on the 13th April.
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Thank you for listening.5 February 2026, 2:00 pm - 27 minutes 24 secondsHow to deal with 6 common photography mistakes
We all make mistakes, and this week I run through 6 common mistakes photographers make and talk through how to handle them:
1. Poor Composition
Centred subject: Placing the subject in the centre of the image. Try the rule of thirds as a way of creating a more interesting image.
Cluttered backgrounds: Distracting elements in the background take attention away from the subject. Be a ‘Visual Storyteller’ and look at the whole scene before pressing the shutter button.
2. Over- or Underexposure
Failing to adjust for lighting conditions can result in overly bright (blown-out) or too dark (underexposed) images. Look at how and where your camera is measuring light levels.
3. Ignoring Focus
Out-of-focus subject: Understand what your camera is using to set the focus and what is most suitable for the photography you are doing (e.g. central spot focusing, or a zone).
4. Overediting
Editing is a key part of digital photography, but it is very easy to over-edit and ruin a great photograph. As a general rule, keep edits simple and use easy references (such as grass) to provide a benchmark for how saturated an image should be.
5. Using the Wrong Lens
Lenses have their own characteristics and introduce distortions. This might be enlarging elements close to the lens in the case of a wide-angle lens, or compressing perspective if you are using a longer telephoto lens.
6. Poor Lighting
Photography is about using light. Bright light can upset exposure and create a lot of contrast. Golden hours and blue hours can produce very atmospheric effects, but light levels can change rapidly.
Look at the kinds of photography you do and understand what the ideal lighting conditions are, and what you can do to compensate for lighting problems.
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I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an Introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, "Seeing Differently", starting on the 13th April.
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Thank you for listening.29 January 2026, 2:00 pm - 36 minutes 16 secondsSteve and Nicole Gettle Wildlife Photographers
For over 40 years, Steve Gettle has dedicated his life to capturing the stunning beauty of nature through his lens. With countless hours spent photographing wildlife and the breathtaking landscapes that surround us, Steve’s work radiates his deep love for the natural world. His vibrant images invite viewers to appreciate the wonders of wildlife and wild places like never before.
Steve has had his work featured in a variety of esteemed publications, such as National Geographic, Canadian Geographic, Audubon Magazine, and the BBC. His photographs have also been featured in calendars and books from organisations such as the World Wildlife Fund and the National Wildlife Federation, underscoring his dedication to wildlife conservation.
Nicole’s journey as a photographer and a naturalist started in her teenage years, knee-deep in the wonders of nature beside a frog pond near her home. Gazing through the camera lens, watching behaviours, this early experience ignited her enduring love for the natural world. As happens to many of us, however, the working world called, leading her into a 20-year career in management consulting. Despite this detour, her passion for wildlife never wavered.
Ultimately, she combined her love for nature with her commitment to wildlife and advocacy by volunteering with an environmental nonprofit in Northern Virginia: the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy. She served as its President for ten years, where she played a key role in its growth, and ultimately left her career in management consulting to become the Conservancy’s first Executive Director.
Steve and Nicole offer wildlife experiences for those with a passion for wildlife and nature.
Find out more on their website: Wildlife Tours and Photography Workshops - Gettle Photography
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I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an Introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, "Seeing Differently", starting on the 13th April.
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Thank you for listening.22 January 2026, 2:00 pm - 30 minutes 18 secondsTrusted the Meter
Last week, we looked at what happens when there is a failure of perception. This week, we look at the opposite problem: when the camera tells you exactly what to do, but the result is incorrectly exposed.
Are you asking the right question?
This is the final part of the three-podcast series looking at exposure issues.
It's time for another podcast...
I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an Introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, "Seeing Differently", starting on the 13th April.
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Thank you for listening.15 January 2026, 1:00 pm - 25 minutes 11 secondsWhere light tricks you
In part two of this exploration of exposure, we look at situations where everything looks great, but when you look at the image in the camera, it is nothing like what you saw.
We’ll look at why this happens and what you can do about it.
It's time for another podcast...
I will be running a 1-hour mini-workshop, an Introduction to Wildlife Photography, on the 26th March (recording available if you can't make the live event), and a short, 6-week course to help you with composition, "Seeing Differently", starting on the 13th April.
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